Visual Arts
Martin Wong: Human Instamatic at BAMPFA
BAMPFA 2155 Center Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesMartin Wong: Human Instamatic BAMPFA September 20–December 10, 2017 This exhibition surveys the career of Chinese American painter Martin Wong (1946–1999), from his early years painting street portraits in Northern California—where he dubbed himself the “Human Instamatic”—to his role in New York’s gritty downtown art scene in the 1970s and 1980s and his late work…
26th Annual Berkeley Video and Film Festival 2017
East Bay Media Center 1939 Addison St., Berkeley, CA, United StatesIn their 26th year, the East Bay Media Center is back at it for their Annual Berkeley Video and Film Festival from Oct 27-29 & Nov 3-5. Offering the Downtown Berkeley community a plethora of talent via screening documentaries, features, shorts, animations, music videos, experimental films, USC Film School shorts and more! For the Film Schedule and…
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at UC Theatre
The UC Theatre 2036 University Ave, Berkeley, CA, United StatesTues, October 31 2017 Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 9:00 pm $16.50 - $26.50 Get Tickets Relive this cult classic on screen, complete with the Bay Area's premier live cast, Barely Legal! Sweethearts Janet and Brad stumble upon the flirtatious mad scientist, Dr. Frank-N-Furter's, bizarre abode during his annual Transylvanian science convention. Audience participation is…
Day of the Dead Celebration in Downtown Berkeley
Berkeley, United StatesDay of the Dead Celebration Thursday, November 2, 2017,5 - 10PM (New Location!) Kittredge Street and Harold Way Downtown Berkeley, CA Build a Community Altar 5-10PM Candle Light Procession 9PM • DIY ART PROJECTS • FREE SKELETAL FACE PAINTING • FOOD TRUCKS • BEER & WINE GARDEN • MUSIC At this time of year, when the veil between the…
26th Annual Berkeley Video and Film Festival 2017
East Bay Media Center 1939 Addison St., Berkeley, CA, United StatesIn their 26th year, the East Bay Media Center is back at it for their Annual Berkeley Video and Film Festival from Oct 27-29 & Nov 3-5. Offering the Downtown Berkeley community a plethora of talent via screening documentaries, features, shorts, animations, music videos, experimental films, USC Film School shorts and more! For the Film Schedule and…
San Francisco Gay Man’s Chorus at Freight & Salvage
Freight & Salvage 2020 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesDecember 1st Doors: 7:00 pm / Show: 8:00 pm Freight & Salvage 2020 Addison St Celebrate the holiday season with members of the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus at the Freight! Known for its warm, rich choral tones and over-the-top productions, the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus continues its tradition of bringing holiday cheer…
Free Screening of “Dhamma Brothers” hosted by Mangalam Center
Mangalam Center 2018 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA, United StatesJoin the Mangalam Center of Downtown Berkeley as they kick off the Dharma & Film series on Friday, December 8th, from 6-8pm! They will show Dhamma Brothers, a 2007 film, which the NY Times called a "thinking-head documentary about finding answers within for those who can't get out." Following the film, Mangalam will have a dialogue with special guests, Enrique Collazo and Devon…
Ida Lupino: Hard, Fast, and Beautiful Coming to BAMPFA
BAMPFA 2155 Center Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesIda Lupino: Hard, Fast, and Beautiful BAMPFA January 13th - February 24th Start this new year off learning about Ida Lupino - through this selection of films, featuring Lupino's acting, writing, production and direction. Energetic, resourceful, and intelligent, Ida Lupino (1918-1995) left her indelible impression on cinema from both sides of the camera. Despite her…
‘A Number’ now playing at Aurora Theatre
The Aurora Theatre 2081 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA, United StatesA Number By Caryl Churchill | Directed By Barbara Damashek Aurora Theatre 2081 Addison St "What a tremendous play this is, moving, thought-provoking and dramatically thrilling." ~Daily Telegraph Bernard has just discovered that he’s not the only Bernard: he’s been cloned. By a marvel of genetic science, Bernard’s father was able to make faithful copies of his beloved son.…
Ladies Drawing Night!
Artist & Craftsman Supply 2573 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, United StatesLadies Drawing Night! Weds, March 21st @ 7-9pm Artist and Craftsman Supply Berkeley 2573 Shattuck Ave LADIES! Bring your gal pals and your own supplies for some much needed crafting and creativity. Join A&C Supply Berkeley for Ladies Drawing Night! There will also be tarot card readings. And this event is FREE! More Info