Arts & Entertainment

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Free Marimba Workshop Happens February 3 at Mitote Food Park

Join us for a fun, FREE Marimba Workshop at Mitote Food Park. Where food and music brings community together. We are so excited to be partnering with Mitote to bring you this unique experience! Come and be part of our Marimba Workshop, and let’s play with our hearts!


Únase a nosotros para un taller divertido de marimba totalmente GRATUITO en Mitote Food Park. Donde la comida y la música unen a la comunidad. Estamos muy emocionados de colaborar con Mitote para brindarle una experiencia única. Ven y sé parte del Taller de Marimba. ¡Tocar con el corazón!

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Christian Foley-Beining/Paul McCandless Collaboration Perform at Occidental Center for the Arts sat. Feb. 3

Saturday February 3 @ 7 pm. Christian Foley-Beining/Paul McCandless Collaboration at Occidental Center for the Arts. Step into a world of unparalleled musical mastery as the Occidental Center for the Arts proudly presents an unforgettable evening of jazz fusion featuring the extraordinary talents of Christian Foley-Beining, Paul McCandless, Tom Shader, and Tom Hiyashi. Christian Foley-Beining has been performing at OCA for many years, bringing his talented group of bandmates for what is always an impressive show. He returns to our venue to celebrate the release of his new CD “Cascade Terrace”. Don’t miss out on a lovely evening of live jazz in West County! Tickets are $25/$20 for OCA Members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; or at the door. Fine wine, beer and refreshments offered, art gallery open, accessible to mobility-challenged patrons. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental. CA. 95465.707-874-9392.

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Left Edge Theatre Announces Next 3 Plays & Latest Membership Offerings

In Spring 2024, we continue our Left Edge season with a captivating exploration of human connection and the quest for meaning. Everybody by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins takes audiences on a humorous journey through life’s complexities, enhanced by an innovative on-stage lottery. The Last Quiz Night on Earth by Alison Carr offers a unique, immersive experience as the world faces an asteroid collision, blending humor and heart in a real-life pub quiz setting. Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons by Sam Steiner delves into the power and limitations of language in a witty portrayal of a couple navigating communication constraints. Together, these plays promise a season that balances laughter, introspection, and the beauty of human expression.
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 FEB 9 – 24Everybody by Brandon Jacobs-JenkinsDirected by Skylar Evans
A fascinating and funny riff on the traditional morality play Everyman, Everybody charts one person’s quest to understand the meaning of life. Along the way, they encounter Friendship, Kinship, Stuff, Mind, Five Senses, Understanding and Love, before finally facing one last character, Death. Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins’ highly inventive script includes an on-stage lottery at the start of each performance to determine which actor plays which role. Symbolizing the randomness of death, this last-minute twist requires the actors to memorize every role and brings an exciting edge of unpredictability to every show.
The critically acclaimed Everybody earned playwright Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins (Gloria, An Octoroon) his second nomination for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama (2018).
 “Provocative and involving… Wildly funny” – Huffington Post
“Fills the heart in a new and unexpected way” —The New Yorker
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MAR 29 – APR 13The Last Quiz Night on Earth by Alison CarrDirected by Argo Thompson and Jenny Hollingworth An asteroid is heading straight for the earth, tonight. There’s nothing anyone can do– but who wants to stay home for their last night ever?
And what better way to take your mind off impending doom than Quiz Night at the Four Horsemen pub with your friendly hosts Kathy and Rav? The Last Quiz Night on Earth takes place in The California Theatre bar, where audiences can buy drinks, form teams, and compete in a real-life pub quiz. Meanwhile, Kathy and Rav play the music, ask the questions, handle a few unexpected personal dramas, and settle some old scores, all just in time before the world ends.
“The Last Quiz Night on Earth is a fantastic night down the pub and at the theatre” – North West End
“A fun, entertaining night out” – Opening Night
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May 24 – June 8Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons by Sam SteinerDirector TBA
What if the number of words you could speak was limited to 140 a day? That’s the premise of Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, in which a young couple must choose their words carefully to navigate both their relationship and the outside world. A hilarious, thought-provoking look at how we use – and waste – language to express love, protest, fear, sorrow, and the everyday ups and downs of life. “A beautiful play about the beauty and preciousness of language”– Time Out
“Timely and tart” – The Stage
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Membership Levels & Perks
•A pair of tickets to the next 3 LET PLAYS• Free Ticket Exchanges.
• VIP Reserved Seating / Tables
• 20% off all THE CALIFORNIA events• Member E-news, with priority notice and special offers
• One ticket to the next 3 LET Plays
• Free Ticket Exchanges.
• VIP Reserved Seating / Tables
• 20% off all THE CALIFORNIA events• Member E-news, with priority notice and special offers
Our New Ticket Pricing
THRIFTY THURSDAYS – all tickets $20FRIDAY NIGHTS – $20 – $29*SATURDAY MATINEE – $20 – $29*Sat matinees are industry day. All theatre makers get $20 tickets.

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Anthony Christian Ocampo, Ph.D talks about his new book “Brown and Gay in LA: The Lives of Immigrant Sons”

Anthony Christian Ocampo, Ph.D. is Professor of Sociology at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He is the author of The Latinos of Asia: How Filipino Americans Break the Rules of Race and his new book Brown and Gay in LA: The Lives of Immigrant Sons.  Thank you for joining us this evening Anthony and congratulations on the publication of this incredible book.

Gary Carnivele chats with Anthony about his books and his work.

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“The Metromaniacs” Opens at Spreckles in Rohnert Park November 24

The Metromaniacs

Written by David Ives                                 
Directed by Kevin Bordi

November 24 – December 17

Fri. & Sat. at 7:30pm
Sunday matinee at 2:00pm

It’s springtime in Paris,1738. Poets are the rock stars of the day, and young people like Damis have gone metromanie–crazy for poetry. So verse-crazed is Damis, he falls in love with his favorite poetess, not knowing that his idol is actually a wealthy, middle-aged gentleman writing under a pen name! As said gentleman looks to marry off his sexy but dimwitted daughter, we are off and running in a breathless series of complications, plot twists, and mistaken identities. Soon, scheming servants, verbal acrobatics, and mistaken identities launch a breathless series of twists and turns in this breezy translation/adaptation of a rediscovered French farce by comedic master David Ives. 

“A marvel of old and new, with punchlines that glisten with classical flair and contemporary savvy! Frisky, competitive wordplay, and high-octane mix-ups…almost criminally enjoyable.”      
–Washington Post

Considerations: Sexual innuendo and mild adult language.

All PRICES REFLECT $2 FACILITY FEE

General $34 
Senior (62+) $28
Student $22
Child (18-) $18

ROHNERT PARK RESIDENTS

General $26 
Senior (62+) $24
Student $22
Child (18-) $12

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Occidental Center for the Arts welcomes the Leading Lady of West Coast Folk & Bluegrass, Laurie Lewis & The Right Hands Nov. 26

 Sunday November 26 @ 4 pm. Occidental Center for the Arts welcomes the Leading Lady of West Coast Folk & Bluegrass, Laurie Lewis & The Right Hands! Grammy-winning singer/songwriter/fiddler/educator Laurie Lewis joins forces with the virtuosic talents of The Right Hands at OCA’s acoustic sweet spot! From foot-stomping instrumentals to heartfelt ballads, Laurie Lewis and her Right Hands take you on a musical journey that’s as diverse as it is captivating. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of bluegrass or just looking for a delightful way to spend your afternoon, this concert promises to be a joyous celebration of music and community. $30 GA/$25 OCA Members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; or at the door. Fine refreshments, art gallery open. Accessible to mobility-challenged patrons. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental, CA 95465   707-874-9392. Become an OCA Member for discounts to all events.

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“Elf – The Musical Opens at 6th Street Playhouse November 24

Elf The Musical is a must-see holiday musical based on the 2003 hit film starring Will Ferrell!

One Christmas Eve, a young orphan crawls into Santa’s bag of toys and is unknowingly transported to the North Pole. Buddy the Elf, grows up unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities make him face the truth. With Santa’s blessing, Buddy travels to New York City to discover his true identity and find his birth father. Upon learning that his father is on the naughty list, and that his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy becomes determined to win over his family and help New York rediscover its Christmas spirit.

This box-office-record-breaking musical combines vintage comic style and high-energy contemporary music and delivers jolly holiday entertainment for the whole family!

Elf The Musical

November 24 – December 17, 2023

GK Hardt Theater

book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin music by Matthew Sklar lyrics by Chad Beguelin
director Aja Gianola-Norris, music director Ginger Beavers, choreographer Rachel Wynne

ThursdayAdults $29
Under 30 (18 – 29) $28
Youth (5 – 17) $19 
Friday Evenings & Saturday MatineesAdults $41
Value Seats $35
Under 30 (18 – 29) $28
Youth (5 – 17) $19 
Saturday EveningsAdults $41
Value Seats $35
Under 30 (5 – 29) $28 
Sunday Adults $51
Under 30 (18 – 29) $28
Youth (5 – 17) $19 

Run time: 2 hours and 30 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission

ADA Seats: If there are no ADA seats online, please contact the Box Office.

PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

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December 1, 2, 3, 9 & 10 Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts 2023: “Comfort and Joy

December 1, 2, 3, 9, 10. Occidental Community Choir Winter Concerts 2023: “Comfort and Joy.” Directed by Gage Purdy.

Born around an Occidental bonfire in the winter of 1978, our west county chorale is pleased to present a joyous winter concert of songs and spoken word that soothe and inspire, celebrate resilience, tradition and community, and make us laugh and cry in these fraught times. We offer our own choir composers’ ‘ Music from Home’, blended with contemporary and classic compositions spanning many genres and cultures – plus poetry and theatrics – to spread ‘Comfort and Joy’. Tickets are $25.@ occidentalchoir.org/tickets. Kids 12 and under $1 with online seat reservation. Be sure to get your tickets in advance so you don’t miss out!

Friday, Dec. 1 @ 7 pm – Community First Night $10;  Saturday, Dec. 2  @ 7 pm; Sunday, Dec. 3 @ 3 pm; Saturday, Dec. 9  at 7 pm concerts will be held at Occidental Center for the Arts, 3850 Doris Murphy Ct., Occidental, 95465. Sunday, Dec 10 @ 3 pm concert will be at Glaser Center , 547 Mendocino Ave. Santa Rosa 95401 .

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Ariel Marin & James Earley at Occidental Center for the Arts Amphitheater October 15

Sunday, October 15 @ 4 pm. Ariel Marin & James Earley at Occidental Center for the Arts Amphitheater. Ariel Marin is a powerhouse singer/songwriter on track to be the next global superstar. She is on a mission to invigorate and inspire the world through music and creative expression. Multiplatinum MC Hammer producer James Earley is responsible for some of the biggest hits you know and love. Ariel & James play it all: Funk, Rock, Soul, Pop, Folk, Country, R&B, Motown, Gospel, & Jazz! Don’t miss this exciting show in our outdoor theater. Tickets are $30 GA/$25 OCA Members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; or at the door. Rain moves concert indoors. Please bring your own seat cushion or low-backed chair. Reserved seating at ground level is available for mobility-challenged patrons – email info@occidentalcenterforthearts.org . Fine refreshments available, art gallery open during intermission. OCA is a non profit arts organization with volunteer staffing.

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