San Diego Ballet's "The Jungle Book"

A thrilling combination of ballet, jazz, hip-hop and giant puppets brings Rudyard Kipling's tale of friendship to life. Join Mowgli and his animal pals as they tumble through the jungle, get wrapped up in the coils of Kaa, the snake, and fight off the menacing Sher Khan, the tiger. Oct. 19 & 20, 8 pm; Oct. 21, 2:30 pm. $15-$50. After the Sunday matinee performance, meet your favorite "Jungle Book" characters and enjoy lemonade and treats (tickets: $15). Lyceum Theatre, 79 Horton Plaza, downtown San Diego. www.sandiegoballet.org.