CAAMFest films explore the complexities of the Asian-American experience
One movie looks at a man unjustly accused of murder; another examines a restaurant in Michigan contending with COVID-19 and racism.
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Bay Area Book Festival returns to Berkeley
Held May 7-8, in-person and livestream programs promise to lift spirits and bring hope and fun with top authors, timely conversations, kids’ events and more.
Berkeley Rep’s melodic musical ‘Octet’ explores the cacophony of the internet
Dave Malloy’s ingenious a capella chamber opera about an internet addict support group pierces a stake into the heart of the net, song by glorious song.
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Dance film from Alvin Ailey will ‘give voice’ to those who need to be heard
The video program begins with a new work providing commentary on the devastating effect of police misconduct, health disparities and gun violence on Black communities.
Bearettes dance team’s place in civil rights history gets the spotlight in new film
The film focuses on the Cal Bearettes, the first majorette-style dance team in the University of California system.
Art is backdrop for new Berkeley Symphony video performances
The performances are part of a collaboration with the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive.
The It List: Mick LaSalle shows the California dream on screen
San Francisco Chronicle film critic Mick LaSalle leads viewers through a virtual journey into the mythology of California and its depiction in film.
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Black Cal students’ theories of political change play out over decades in Aurora Theatre show
‘The Incrementalist,’ written by Berkeley City College professor Cleavon Smith, is steeped in Berkeley history and explores the ongoing conflict between students and the administration.
Filmmaker Jon Else turns an operatic flop into cinematic gold
‘Land of Gold’ is making its West Coast premiere April 28 at the Castro Theatre as part of the San Francisco International Film Festival.
Illicit concert series goes legit, but secret maps and moonlit merriment are here to stay
A Berkeley composer has been organizing hike-in covert concerts since 2018. Last weekend, blessed with city funding, he hosted Moonstruck’s first legal performance.
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New book on Julia Morgan offers an intimate portrait of famed architect
The heavily annotated and picture-rich book incorporates previously unknown details about the architect’s private life, as well as her career.
Photos: Berkeley Half Marathon draws hundreds
Hundreds of runners wound their way through the city streets from the marina to UC Berkeley to downtown, where the race ended.
Bancroft Library exhibit marks 80th anniversary of Japanese American internment
Uprooted: The Incarceration of Japanese Americans chronicles the life and stories of thousands who were imprisoned during World II.
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Berkeley drummer Scott Amendola and pals to play Saturday at California Jazz Conservatory
After two years lying low, Amendola hit the road for a brief tour. Now he’s back in the Bay Area fray, starting with a performance of his trio SticklerPhonics.
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Front Row Festival celebrates with musical performances Saturday
Seven musical performances are scheduled at the Berkeley BART Plaza.
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Explore wine country during this year’s Sonoma County Wine Month
All April, visit Sonoma County wineries in person or online for special events from tastings and tours to virtual cooking experiences.
‘Ahed’s Knee’ is a semi-autobiographical tale of artistic license and Israeli censorship
The film, a bitter personal reflection on the “dumbing down” of Israel, comes to the Shattuck Cinemas on Friday.
Rhonda Benin’s all-women musical revue will ‘celebrate being alive’
‘Just Like a Woman,’ an annual showcase for female artists launched in 2014, is back after a two-year hiatus this Sunday at Freight & Salvage.
