Arts & Entertainment

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DGIIN at Occidental Center for the Arts Friday October 3

Friday, October 3 @ 7 pm: DGIIN at Occidental Center for the Arts. Twice voted “North Bay’s Best Band”, Dgiin was let out of the bottle back in 2001 by Mimi and Gabe Pirard; who infuse tight harmonies into a variety of American and international styles – from New Orleans swing to French chanson, salsa and cumbia to Roma hot jazz. Now a sextet, with saxophone and violin, Dgiin is a “working band” of accomplished reliable musicians who know how to entertain. Bring your dancing shoes and enjoy! Fine refreshments include wine and beer, art gallery open , wheelchair accessible. Tickets are $25 advance […]

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“The Bad Seed” Opens at 6th Street Playhouse October 3

Beneath the charm and perfect manners of young Rhoda Penmark lurks a chilling darkness. When a classmate dies under mysterious circumstances, her mother, Christine, begins to suspect the unthinkable—could her seemingly innocent daughter be a murderer? As Christine digs into her own past, she uncovers disturbing secrets that challenge everything she believes about nature versus nurture. Set against the backdrop of 1950s suburban life, Bad Seed is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the terrifying idea of a child with a natural capacity for evil. Adapted from William March’s novel, this Broadway classic keeps audiences questioning: Are monsters born, or are they […]

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Gay Period Romance “The History of Sound” Opens Friday at Rialto Cinemas in Sebastopol

On paper, at least, we would always prefer gay actors playing gay roles for several reasons, but there are wonderful exceptions, such as Irish Paul Mescal and British Josh O’Connor in The History of Sound.  O’Connor’s breakthrough role was playing a closeted gay farmer in God’s Own Country,  whilst Mescal made us all fall in love when playing gay in All of Us Strangers.  The two have shown such a sensitivity that they can inhabit queer roles without the merest hint of stereotyping.  When the movie premiered at the Cannes Film Festival recently, it received rave reviews, although Mescal was annoyed by some (lazy) critics who insisted on […]

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Cheryl King of Stage Left Studio announces that Forbidden Kiss LIVE is entering its fourth year at TheCalifornia in Santa Rosa

Forbidden Kiss LIVE, the bawdy vaudeville show playing monthly at The California in Santa Rosa, has booked another year’s worth of performances at the popular downtown venue on7th Street. This variety show, produced by Cheryl King, features talent from the Bay Area and beyond,presenting variety shows consisting of burlesque, comedy, magic, improv, song&dance, hiphop and more.Over the past three years the fan base has grown steadily and the audiences regularly number over 100. Ms. King chooses a theme for each show (Pirate Party, Goth, Masquerade, Cosplay, Babylon, etc) and up toone-third of the audience regularly shows up dressed for the […]

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Transcendence Theater “Ladies of Broadway” Happens September 4 – 14

Step into a magical night under the stars in beautiful Sonoma, where the thrilling melodies and dazzling dance numbers of Broadway come to life.  Feel the pulse of the stage as our beloved Broadway performers share not only breathtaking songs but also their personal journeys—the challenges they faced and the dreams they chased, inspired by the legends of musical theater. Each story is a testament to resilience and passion, illuminating the path to their Broadway dreams. This is more than a performance—it’s a celebration of dreams, stories, and the magic of live theater! Community Night Information THINGS TO KNOW

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Glass Brick Boulevard in the Amphitheater at Occidental Center for the Arts September 6

Saturday, September 6 at 3 pm. Glass Brick Boulevard in the Amphitheater at Occidental Center for the Arts. This stellar jazz ensemble, led by Greg Johnson, offers contemporary, original jazz tunes with class. Featuring the original Bay Area bandmates who were regulars at Marin’s Fenix Theater, including Paul Hanson on bassoon, Rob Fordyce on bass, Celso Alberti on drums, and Greg Johnson on piano, this talented ensemble will impress and inspire you! The Saturday afternoon show is in our outdoor amphitheater, so please bring your own seat cushion or low-back chair. Patrons with mobility needs email info@occidentalcenterforthearts.org for special seating.  Wine, beer and fine […]

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West County Writers Circle’s Book Launch : ‘A View From My Window’ at Occidental Center for the Arts August 31

Sunday, August 31 @ 4 pm. West County Writers Circle’s Book Launch : ‘A View From My Window’, authored by Beverly Riverwood, Diane Foti, Blythe Klein, Noel Bouck, Julie Middleton, Diane Masura and Andrea Van Dyke. Offering an innovative form of memoir writing, seven local women writers share the ‘view’ from each author’s life window; their lived experiences and personal and professional choices, beginning in the 1940s and extending into 2024. Dedicated to local legend Annie Murphy Springer, with remembrances by writer Andrea Granahan, this multi-layered, multi-viewpoint memoir collectively describes how personal, political and social change over this dynamic period affected their […]

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Books: ‘Zambia hasn’t evolved on LGBTQ+ acceptance, it’s going in the opposite direction’

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Iris Mwanza’s debut novel The Lions’ Den is inspired by a real criminal case from Zambia that has stayed with her since the 1990s. The book follows rookie lawyer Grace Zulu, who takes on the pro bono defence of Willbess “Bessy” Mulenga, arrested for an offence “against nature” and facing 14 years in prison. For Mwanza, who grew up in Zambia and now works in the US as a staunch advocate for gender equality, the case is emblematic of wider struggles against injustice. “Police brutality is a manifestation of impunity,” she tells PinkNews. “It’s happening everywhere, not just in Zambia or developing countries, […]

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Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber Perform in Occidental Center for the Arts Amphitheater August 23

Saturday, August 23 @ 7 pm: Eliza Gilkyson with Nina Gerber in Occidental Center for the Arts Amphitheater.Join us to celebrate Eliza’s latest release, along with Sonoma County guitar legend Nina Gerber! Eliza Gilkyson is a twice Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and activist who is one of the most respected musicians in Folk, Roots and Americana circles. A member of the Austin Music Hall of Fame, and an inductee into the Austin Songwriter Hall of Fame, she has won countless awards, including 2014’s Songwriter of the Year and the “Song of the Year” Award at the Folk Alliance International Conference in 2021. […]

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Forbidden Kiss LIVE – Strange Bedfellows Pajama Party Happens Saturday

​Cheryl King hosts this talent-packed show, featuring magic from Vixen, the Forbidden Magician, burlesque from Thotty McNaughty and Velvet Thorn, artist Laidbackzach (LBZ). Also featuring singer/songwriters Karenna Slade and Faethora, and Underground Improv. Prizes will be awarded for different costume categories – Fuzzy, Sexy, Weird, Sloppy, Anime and more! PURCHASE IN ADVANCE AND SAVE!. Advance tickets $18,  Tickets at the door $25. Adult material. 18+ Buy tickets: https://www.caltheatre.com/event-details/forbidden-kiss-live-strange-bedfellows-pajama-party

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