Month: July 2019

Great Voices of Rock and R&B Start Date: Thursday 9/12/2019 — End Date: Thursday 10/17/2019 Admission:$150 for 6 week series, $30/drop in A 6-week Musical Journey with Pete Elman Throughout the rich, long arc of popular music, there has always existed the great singer, the individual who elevates the great song to another dimension, a place where, as listeners, we are thrilled and inspired for the rest of our lives when we hear their work. Great Voices covers the lives and careers of six legendary rock and R&B singers from 1955 to the present. Although all of them are also known as songwriters and performers, they have made their marks as vocalists, who could rock our socks off one minute, while with the next breath cajole the sweetest melodies from the material they so passionately tackled. In this class we will take a chronological cultural and musical journey through the lives and careers of the following 6 “Great Voices”: the “Genius,” Ray Charles; the “King of Soul,” Sam Cooke; the “Voice,” Roy Orbison; the “Queen of Rock n’ Roll,” Tina Turner, the soulful and indefatigable Bonnie Raitt, and the “Queen of Country-Rock,” Linda Ronstadt. The course will feature several media formats including lectures, slideshows, photographs, recorded music, film clips and the use of live music. The instructor will play piano, guitar and sing, and will choose appropriate examples from each genre to perform in class. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Tina Blaine info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/great-voices

Great Voices of Rock and R&B Start Date: Saturday 8/10/2019 — End Date: Saturday 8/10/2019 Admission:$150 for 6 week series, $30/drop in A 6-week Musical Journey with Pete Elman Throughout the rich, long arc of popular music, there has always existed the great singer, the individual who elevates the great song to another dimension, a place where, as listeners, we are thrilled and inspired for the rest of our lives when we hear their work. Great Voices covers the lives and careers of six legendary rock and R&B singers from 1955 to the present. Although all of them are also known as songwriters and performers, they have made their marks as vocalists, who could rock our socks off one minute, while with the next breath cajole the sweetest melodies from the material they so passionately tackled. In this class we will take a chronological cultural and musical journey through the lives and careers of the following 6 “Great Voices”: the “Genius,” Ray Charles; the “King of Soul,” Sam Cooke; the “Voice,” Roy Orbison; the “Queen of Rock n’ Roll,” Tina Turner, the soulful and indefatigable Bonnie Raitt, and the “Queen of Country-Rock,” Linda Ronstadt. The course will feature several media formats including lectures, slideshows, photographs, recorded music, film clips and the use of live music. The instructor will play piano, guitar and sing, and will choose appropriate examples from each genre to perform in class. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Tina Blaine info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/great-voices/

August Interactive Art Kiosk Installation Project in Downtown Redwood City Start Date: Saturday 8/3/2019 — End Date: Monday 9/2/2019 Admission:Free The Redwood City Improvement Association in partnership with Fung Collaboratives, has unveiled the latest Art Kiosk Installation exhibit by Jennifer Wen Ma titled “Cry Joy Park-Symbioun” and will hold an opening reception on Saturday, August 3 at 4 p.m. in one of Downtown Redwood City’s Courthouse Square Kiosks. “Cry Joy Park-Symbioun” is a site-specific hand painted installation that refers to the relationships in the natural world and its reflection of society. On the opening day, viewers can walk through the dystopian landscape of this black and white paper garden physically exploring the social and racial inequality, wealth disparity, gentrification and other issues of environmental justice beneath the roots of this installment. In partnership with Fung Collaboratives, the rotating Art Kiosk Installations will continue throughout 2019 with different featured artists in an effort to enhance the community’s fine art scene for residents and visitors. Location: 2200 Broadway St. Redwood City Contact: RCIA info@visitRWC.org URL: http://visitrwc.org/

Writers With Drinks featuring Namwali Serpell and Vanessa Hua Start Date: Saturday 8/10/2019 — End Date: Saturday 8/10/2019 Admission:$5 to $20 San Francisco’s longest-running spoken word night is back. Featuring award-winning authors Namwali Serpell (The Old Drift) and Vanessa Hua (River of Stars). Plus punk-rock legend Lynn Breedlove, author of 45 Thought Crimes. And Sarah Rose Etter, whose surreal debut The Book of X won a rave review from Roxane Gay. And prize-winning slam poet Brandon Melendez and designer/spoken word artist Seth Katz. Hosted by Charlie Jane Anders. Location: 3225 22nd St Mission District San Francisco Contact: Charlie Jane Anders charlieanders2@gmail.com URL: http://www.writerswithdrinks.com

Poets and Comics Show Start Date: Friday 8/2/2019 — End Date: Friday 8/2/2019 Admission:17-22 Erik Awesome is at it again! This time he brings “Poets & Comics” to the community of Pittsburg with plenty of lines and laughs. For this show, he curates a unique combination of performance art in the form of spoken word and comedy. Join us for a special night of refreshing entertainment with talent coming from Los Angeles and the Bay Area come out and have the time of your life!! Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: Carolyn August info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/

25th Annual Campbell Oktoberfest Start Date: Saturday 10/19/2019 — End Date: Sunday 10/20/2019 Admission:FREE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19TH 10AM-6PM AND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20TH 10AM-5PM ALONG THE STREETS OF DOWNTOWN CAMPBELL This two-day award-winning Bavarian-themed event in historic downtown Campbell showcases authentic, mouthwatering German foods including Bratwurst and other sausages, sauerkraut, pretzels and German potato salad, a variety of beers and ales, over 100 fine artisans from all over the country and an impressive line-up of live music and entertainment. The Biersch Garden is an open-air tent with family-style seating offering a shaded place to eat, drink, and listen to live German music. Wine Central offers premium wine tasting from local wineries, and the KidsZone is designed for kids of all ages to enjoy music, rides, a fire truck, inflatables, and more make this a peak attraction. Campbell Oktoberfest takes place Saturday, October 19th from 10am-6pm and Sunday, October 20th from 10am-5pm. Admission is free. Free parking and bike valet, use of public transportation encouraged. Service animals only-no pets please. Food and drink costs vary. Festival hours: 10am-6pm Saturday, 10am-5pm Sunday. Visit campbelloktoberfest.com for more details on food vendors, entertainment line-up and all things Oktoberfest! Location: 267 E Campbell Ave Campbell Contact: Campbell Chamber of Comemrce info@campbellchamber.net URL: https://campbelloktoberfest.com

Soul of a Diva 6 “A Sexy Seranade w/ Special Guest Khoree The Poet Start Date: Saturday 8/17/2019 — End Date: Saturday 8/17/2019 Admission:$32-37 The Bay Area Diva is back…and this time…she’s bringing the sexy with her. A 2 time Grammy award winning vocalist, Ms. Monét comes home to Pittsburg with her highly acclaimed live show series “Soul Of A Diva 6” A Sexy Serenade with special guest Khoree The Poet. You don’t want to miss why she’s sought out by some of the industry’s most iconic voices, and why she’s considered one of the “best” from the Bay. The 6th will be the sexiest, with soul… Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: Carolyn August info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www.pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com/

Great American Sh*t Show with Brian Copeland & Cahrlie Varon Start Date: Saturday 7/13/2019 — End Date: Saturday 7/13/2019 Admission:$20-$35 THE GREAT AMERICAN SH*T SHOW returns for one night only! Solo performance stars Brian Copeland and Charlie Varon join forces to present new monologues on the life in the Age of Trump. An evening of laughing and thinking, covering topics including how to deal with a family member who’s all in for the Donald when you’re not, trying to turn red congressional seats blue, #MeToo and more. If you like Trump, you’ll hate this show! Saturday, July 13, 2019 (7:30pm) at Altarena Playhouse in Alameda. www.charlievaron.com Location: 1409 High St Alameda Alameda Contact: Altarena Playhouse boxoffice@altarena.org URL: https://altarena.audience1st.com/store/2146731009?showdate_id=1828

Will Durst’s BoomeRaging: from LSD to OMG Start Date: Saturday 8/31/2019 — End Date: Saturday 8/31/2019 Admission:$25/Advance, $30/Day of Show Will Durst’s BoomeRaging: from LSD to OMG, is an uproarious comedic tribute to the joys, achievements, frustrations, and looming doom of the Baby Boom Generation. In this rollicking 85-minute monologue, Durst explains why his chronologically gifted brothers and sisters should continue to refuse to grow old in the face of gravity no matter how many times they forget their password retrieval question. It’s what happens when acid flashbacks meet dementia. A celebration of the maturation of the Boomer Nation: culminating in an extra, added special treat – the Meaning of Life. Ably assisted by his genially acerbic wit and trusty overhead projector, Durst explores the Boomer revolutions, evolutions and still vibrant role in today’s youth obsessed society (which we invented, for crum’s sake). He shamelessly strokes egos and pats hands, encouraging the Flower Power Generation to persevere through segments entitled The Psychedelic Colonoscopy, Still Doing Drugs, Only Now There’s a Co-Pay & From the Summer of Love to the Winter of Our Incontinence. It’s funny. It’s smart. Clean and uplifting, even. A unique theatrical event delivered with stand-up timing and not less than a modicum of poetry. Special Note: Due to the use of startlingly archaic technology, children under the age of 40 will not be admitted unless accompanied by a guardian or if they bring a note. We apologize for any inconvenience. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Tina Blaine info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/will-dursts-boomeraging/

Live Organ & A Movie: The Godfather Start Date: Thursday 7/25/2019 — End Date: Thursday 7/25/2019 Admission:$6.50 Join us for our Live Organ & A Movie series. Hosted by Matias Bombal and music played by Dave Moreno. This series combines live organ music, raffles, and a classic movie all rolled into one. We begin with Dave Moreno playing the theater’s historic Robert Morton Organ with a selection of themed musical pieces. The main feature, The Godfather, is regarded as one of the greatest films of all time. This mob drama, based on Mario Puzo’s novel of the same name, focuses on the powerful Italian-American crime family of Don Vito Corleone (Marlon Brando). When the don’s youngest son, Michael (Al Pacino), reluctantly joins the Mafia, he becomes involved in the inevitable cycle of violence and betrayal. Although Michael tries to maintain a normal relationship with his wife, Kay (Diane Keaton), he is drawn deeper into the family business. Location: 351 Railroad Ave Pittsburg Contact: Janis Glover info@pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com URL: http://www/pittsburgcaliforniatheatre.com