.Arts Feature

Mar 12, 2024

Oakland Theater Project Looks to the Past, Present and Future

The pandemic was hard on live theaters. Many small companies did not survive it. But the innovative and scrappy Oakland Theater Project was able to draw inspiration from its home, scrappy and innovative The Town, and will now present its second full post-pandemic line-up starting in March. In its 12th...
Library Cards Showcase Oakland Spirit
Feb 6, 2024

Library Cards Showcase Oakland Spirit

The limited-edition artwork of nine winners of Oakland Public Library’s 2024 library card contest combines to create a vibrant, celebratory mini-exhibit of the city of Oakland and its people. Honoring Black artistry, culture and history, and reflecting...
W. Kamau Bell Tests New Material at Berkeley Rep
Jan 30, 2024

W. Kamau Bell Tests New Material at Berkeley Rep

Busting down the fourth wall between performers and live audiences in a project with Berkeley Repertory Theatre after a five-year hiatus from the stage, Oakland-based, Emmy Award-winning stand-up comedian, writer, director and producer W. Kamau Bell asks...
Evie Ladin's Body Music of Women's Woes
Jan 23, 2024

Evie Ladin’s Body Music of Women’s Woes

MoToR/dance's full evening-length production, "Water in the Kettle," is a masterclass in poignant and exuberant choreography and compelling storytelling, featuring a multigenerational cast of women and additional guest musicians, and exploring the complex female in a way that's not didactic but expository, with humor, grace and tight ensemble rhythm.
Berkeley Art Museum's MATRIX program features international artists
Jan 9, 2024

Berkeley Art Museum’s MATRIX program features international artists

The Berkeley Art Museum and Film Archive's MATRIX program presents the work of two international artists, Gabriel Chaile and Sin Wai Kin, who explore personal and political themes in their work.
Queerness and Creativity Thrive at Nectar Social Club
Jan 2, 2024

Queerness and Creativity Thrive at Nectar Social Club

Nectar Social Club is a vibrant, inclusive third space in downtown Oakland, providing a space for art, love and joy, and fostering partnerships with local queer activists and creatives.
Stand-up comedy thrives in Bay Area's vibrant scene
Dec 26, 2023

Stand-Up Comedy Thrives in Bay Area’s Vibrant Scene

The Bay Area has a rich comedic heritage and a vibrant stand-up comedy scene, with aspiring comedians using the Bay Area Comedy Network to connect with the local community and find opportunities to perform.
Starry Plough's Open Mic Night: A Delightful Miscellany
Dec 19, 2023

Starry Plough’s Open Mic Night: A Delightful Miscellany

The Starry Plough open mic night welcomes a variety of acts, including first-timers and experienced performers, and is managed by hosts Sara Jayne McDonald and Johnny Mitro, who provide warmth and support to all performers.
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