Underground film: The Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park is hosting a film series in April and May dedicated to the epic – historic, mythic or imagined events depicted with grandeur, spectacle and extravagant settings. Tonight’s film is Emir Kusturica’s Underground (1995), a tragic-farce political narrative that laments humanity’s propensity for auto-destruction. All films screen at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5-7. Call (619) 238-7559 for more information.

Dueling divas: SMGO Productions celebrates the one-year anniversary of the Nite Out Cabaret Series with “Dueling Divas”, a series featuring Bettina Warren and Marie Kelly, tonight at 8:30 p.m. at the San Diego Hilton/Del Mar, 15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd. Cost is $18 in advance, $22 at the door. Doors open at 8:00 p.m. For information and reservations, call (858) 794-9044 or email smgosd@aol.com

Taste of Uptown/Hillcrest: The “Taste of Uptown/Hillcrest” is back and better than ever. From 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., tantalize your taste buds with diverse flavors and delectable cuisine from over 25 restaurants, including Kemo Sabe, Crush, Margarita Mary’s, Arrivederci Pizzeria, Region and Amarin Thai Cuisine. The self-guided tour has shuttle stops along the way. Tickets are $20. Call (619) 233-5008 for more information.

Audience improv: Join the Swedenborgian Theatre for an evening of improvisational theater based on a variety of true-life stories from the audience tonight at 8:00 p.m. at 1531 Tyler St. in Hillcrest. Admission is $10. Call Richard at (858) 274-1747 for more information.

Women’s night with the stars: The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center’s 21st annual Women’s Night – L.A.’s premiere gala and award program celebrating the achievements of women – takes place tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. There will be special appearances by “The L Word” cast members, and Stockard Channing and Allison Janney of “The West Wing”. Tickets are $300 for preferred seating and VIP after-party, and $200 for general seating. The party begins with cocktails and a silent auction; the dinner and program will begin at 8:00 p.m. and the VIP after-party is scheduled for 10:00 p.m. Call (310) 996-1188 for more information.

Rockin’ performance: The San Diego Repertory’s newest play, Earthquake Sun – a time traveling love story where magical realism meets science fiction on the DNA highway – directed by Luis Valdez of La Bamba and Zoot Suit fame, plays tonight at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $31.50. Call (619) 231-3586 ext. 613 or ext. 619 for more information.

Bazaar for brides: With all this talk of same-sex marriage, why not get a head start on the nuts and bolts of the wedding? The Bridal Bazaar taking place at the Del Mar Fairgrounds today at 10:00 a.m. is a one-stop shop for brides- and grooms-to-be, with over 200 companies in 40 categories gathered under one roof. If anything, go to sample the wedding cakes and catered food. Admission is $10; parking is $7. Call (760) 334-5500 for details.

Lunchtime learning: As part of its ongoing “12 o’clock scholars” program, the San Diego Museum of Man presents “Weapons: The Sword” today at 12:00 noon at 1350 El Prado in Balboa Park. Museum educator Jake Fabozzi will lead the lecture in the Gill Auditorium. The lecture is a prelude to the “Weapons Around the World” exhibit opening in July. Admission is $5-6. Call (619) 239-2001 for more information.

One way or another: Get in to see Blondie, playing tonight at 4th & B at 8:00 p.m. Bringing together pop, punk, rock, reggae, disco and some rap, lead singer Debbie Harry has the charisma and talent today’s rock chicks only dream about. Tickets are $32.50 in advance and $35 the day of the show. Call (619) 231-4343 for tickets and information.

Dart league: Darts are flying and the competition is fierce at 6 Degrees, where the dart league has started up again. League play begins at 7:30 p.m. Along with the 11-team competition is an all day and all night happy hour with $2 wells and domestic brews. At 9:00 p.m., the Coronas drop to $2 also. For more information, call (619) 296-6789.

On the banks of the Volga: Leos Janacek’s Katya Kabanova, an intensely atmospheric and eloquently compelling drama sung in Czech, plays tonight at the San Diego Opera at 7:00 p.m. The opera tells the tale of Katya, trapped in a loveless marriage to the spineless Tichon. After Katya begins a passionate affair with her neighbor, Boris, the only release for her soul may be in the depths of the Volga River. Tickets are $18-123. Call (619) 570-1100 for more information.

Book learning: The Oceanside Museum of Art’s current show is “Brighton Press: Art of the Book”. Brighton Press books, created by a staff of artists, poets and craftspeople since 1985, are made by hand and are published in editions that range from 10 to 100 copies. These books are sought after by art collectors, bibliophiles and print collectors, and have also been acquired and exhibited by over 70 museums and libraries. The museum, located at 704 Pier View Way in Oceanside, opens at 10:00 a.m. Admission is $3-5. Call (760) 721-2787 for further information.

Crystal clear: Billy Crystal draws on his personal experiences in 700 Sundays: Billy Crystal, A Life in Progress tonight at 8:00 p.m. at the La Jolla Playhouse, located at 2910 La Jolla Village Dr. Written and performed by the comic, Crystal relates his times as a scrawny 16 year-old performing in New York City comedy clubs, through to his Saturday Night Live days and his gig as host of the Academy Awards. Tickets are $39-49. Call (858) 550-1010 for tickets and more information. 700 Sundays plays through May 2.

Piano extravaganza: Roll down to Dizzy’s tonight at 8:00 p.m. and check out the piano extravaganza, featuring tons of piano players, including Sue Palmer. Dizzy’s is located on Seventh Ave. between J and K. Call (858) 270-7467 for details.

Sirens on the mic: Every other Thursday night is Siren, an open mic for women at David’s Coffeehouse, 3766 Fifth Ave., from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m. Signups begin at 7:30 p.m. The free event is dedicated to inspiring women via the expression of the creative arts, highlighting spoken word, hip-hop, comedy, music and activism. Call (619) 296-4173 for more information.

Allyson Green Dance Co.: The critically acclaimed, internationally touring dance troupe Allyson Green Dance Co. performs tonight at 8:00 p.m. at the Copley Auditorium. Audiences will be able to view the dance in the same way that they experienced the striking George Inness exhibition – the Copley Auditorium will be divided into unique visual installations with different dances occurring simultaneously. Tickets are $10-20. Call (619) 232-7931 for more information.