Spartan Daily

Movies, music and events: Dishing up distractions for the spring

COMING TO THEATERS

Feb. 3

The sci-fi flick “Chronicle” stars three high school students who develop uncanny powers that eventually get out of control. Starring Dane DeHaan, Michael B. Jordan and Alex Russell. – Rated PG-13

Feb. 10

Denzel Washington and Ryan Reynolds star in the action-packed thriller “Safe House” about a dangerous renegade from the CIA and a rookie agent forced to become allies and uncover who is behind the attempt on their lives. – Rated R

This year’s Valentine motion picture is the “The Vow” starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum. The newlyweds are torn apart by wife Paige’s memory loss after an accident, forcing husband Leo to somehow win her back. – Rated PG-13

Mar. 23

From the best-selling novel comes “The Hunger Games” starring Jennifer Lawrence, where within the nation of Panem, the evil capital forces each of its 12 districts to send a teenage boy and girl to fight to the death in the televised  hunger games. – Not Yet Rated

Mar. 30

Sam Worthington returns for the "Clash" sequel in “Wrath of the Titans.” Perseus sought a more peaceful life, but could not ignore his duties when the battle between the gods and titans erupts on Earth and mankind. – Not Yet Rated

Apr. 6

One of the most successful and acclaimed films of all time is returning to theaters in 3D. “Titanic” stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as two young lovers who find each other on board the tragically sunken Titanic. – Rated PG-13

May 4

Marvel’s “The Avengers” unites superhero favorites Ironman, The Incredible Hulk, Thor and Captain America as the ultimate superhero team. Starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo and Chris Hemsworth. – Not Yet Rated

Upcoming Shows

Mar. 10

Drake is stopping by on his Club Paradise Tour with Kendrick Lamar and A$AP Rocky at the SJSU Event Center. Tickets go on sale Jan. 27 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster or the Event Center box office.

Mar. 23

Lady Antebellum will be in San Jose at HP Pavilion for their Own The Night 2012 World Tour. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Mar. 27

Kelly Clarkson is returning to the SJSU Event Center for her Stronger 2012 tour. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster or the Event Center box office.

Apr. 11

The alternative rock group Radiohead is paying San Jose’s HP Pavilion a visit, one of their many stops on their 2012 world tour. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.

Apr. 17

Rise Against will be performing at the SJSU Event Center with A Day to Remember and Title Fight. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster or the Event Center box office.

Apr. 27-28

Coldplay will be performing two consecutive nights at HP Pavilion for their world tour. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

May 4

The Black Keys are teaming up with the Arctic Monkeys for their 2012 North American tour at the Oracle Arena in Oakland. Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.

Local Happenings

Feb. 9-11

Controversial comedian Carlos Mencia will be performing three nights at the Improv Comedy Club, located at 62 South 2nd St. Tickets can be purchased at www.improv.com/ComedyClub/SanJose.

Feb. 11

Experience 15 plus varieties of beer from various restaurants and retailers at the SJ Beerwalk in Japantown.  Tickets are on sale now for $29 at dishcrawl.com. The event will take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Feb. 23

Comedian and political commentator Bill Maher is coming to The San Jose Center for the Performing Arts on his national tour. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster.

Mar. 2

Cirque de Soleil presents Totem in San Jose. The extravagant event will be held under the Grand Chapiteau at Taylor Street Bridge.  Tickets are on sale now on cirquedusoleil.com.

Apr. 14

Calling all taco lovers! As many as 30 food trucks will be present for the East Side Taco Festival at History Park on Senter Road. Tickets can be purchased at sjtaco.com.

May 4

The Downtown San Jose Farmers Market will begin Friday, May 4 and will continue every Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at San Pedro Square.

May 25-28

FanimeCon returns to San Jose at the McEnery Convention Center for one of the largest anime conventions in northern California. For more information, visit fanime.com