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BLUE MONDAYS - Lady E Mon, Aug 31 | Eli's Mile High Club RSVP Time & Location Aug 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 946… more BLUE MONDAYS - Lady E Mon, Aug 31 | Eli's Mile High Club RSVP Time & Location Aug 31, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA Last available date About the event BLUE MONDAYS LIVE WEST COAST BLUES EVERY MONDAY AT ELI'S THIS WEEK WE FEATURE: Lady E 7PM-11PM Show More RSVP Share this event less

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GRAMMY NOMINATED SINGER/ACTOR - FROM THE VOICE

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This show is 21+ Twisted Teens is a band from New Orleans. Most musicians make you choose between rock and roll; Twisted Teens would never do that. Their political platform is rel… more This show is 21+ Twisted Teens is a band from New Orleans. Most musicians make you choose between rock and roll; Twisted Teens would never do that. Their political platform is religious psychosis; their music opens a door to a new universe by shutting all other doors to all other possible universes. “Fans of Raw Power-era Stooges, Eastern mysticism, or the punk-to-country pipeline should tuck in” (Atwood Magazine). “Here to put some steel wool type hair on your chest. Gritty, toothy lofi punk with some stoink on it” (Sims Harden). https://cpnpc.bandcamp.com https://www.instagram.com/twistedteensneworleans/ https://cpnpc.bandcamp.com/album/blame-the-clown https://open.spotify.com/artist/40Hgbyjt4LQmrZYecbXebv?si=yXRM1XQGQ4S58xZ7k28haw https://www.talentmoat.com Forty Drop Few (Portland) https://stoneandsue.bandcamp.com/album/somethins-goin-on-wrong less

Paul Hanson - Scott Amendola - Michael Manring

Formed by a pair of former Cal Berkeley students who shared a love of early jazz and barroom blues, the band began as humbly and seemingly incongruous as possible, with the pair dr… more Formed by a pair of former Cal Berkeley students who shared a love of early jazz and barroom blues, the band began as humbly and seemingly incongruous as possible, with the pair dragging their Wurlitzer spinet around to busk on street corners around San Francisco and the East Bay. The John Brothers Piano Company have built a devoted fan base one show at a time, blending timeless classics and original compositions with nearly irrepressible energy, and the lineup has expanded to a quartet of prodigiously talented multi-instrumentalists. They’ve graduated from performing on the street to headlining many Bay Area venues The Chapel, Great American Music Hall, Bimbo’s 365 and performing at a multitude of festivals and events SFJAZZ, Stern Grove Festival, Yerba Buena Gardens Festival, Oakland Art + Soul, Outside Lands and more. In addition to headlining their own shows they’ve performed alongside phenomenal artists like Karen O, Booker T, Joan Osborne, Sugar Pie Desanto, to name a few. Asked to describe their sound and approach by The Bay Bridged, the band responded, “This group is a punk band with jazz instruments and classical inclinations.” A throwback sound that evokes the honky-tonk ghosts of Barbary Coast. SF Chronicle Tickets at John Brothers Piano Company less

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Thurs., 9/3/26 Jotegrídia w/ DJs Finishher, DJCroptop, Boyprincess, Saudade 9pm, $10 adv., $15 door https://www.instagram.com/finishh_herrr https://www.instagram.com/dj.croptop_ ht… more Thurs., 9/3/26 Jotegrídia w/ DJs Finishher, DJCroptop, Boyprincess, Saudade 9pm, $10 adv., $15 door https://www.instagram.com/finishh_herrr https://www.instagram.com/dj.croptop_ https://www.instagram.com/dykerotic https://www.instagram.com/ saudade1234567891011213 https://www.instagram.com/transbayarea less

Jawbreaker - the Anti Cimex Documentary Screening Thu, Sep 03 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 11:40 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin … more Jawbreaker - the Anti Cimex Documentary Screening Thu, Sep 03 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 11:40 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event “Jawbreaker” is a documentary that depicts Anti Cimex – the band that shaped Scandinavian hardcore punk and became one of Sweden's most influential musical exports. From raw recordings in a chicken coop to punk scenes around the world, the film follows a band whose uncompromising energy and political charge continue to resonate worldwide. After the screening of the documentary, we will have DJ Cybernate Scabies and DJ Nixter spinning true Anti Cimex inspired kängpunk and dbeat all night long! Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 03, 7:00 PM Price $10.00 +$0.25 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

The big guy from out West (he’s 6’5’) performer, guitarist, singer, banjoist, songwriter, composer, entertainer, musical historian and teacher Mitch Polzak teams up with Pam Brando… more The big guy from out West (he’s 6’5’) performer, guitarist, singer, banjoist, songwriter, composer, entertainer, musical historian and teacher Mitch Polzak teams up with Pam Brandon, vocalist and bass player extraordinaire and Timothy Orr on drums to play a wide range of American roots music. Polzak's incredible performance skills and ability to connect with his audience, as well as his diverse background in various genres makes his sound and show so unique. Being fluent in the musical languages of Country, Rockabilly, Honky Tonk, The Bakersfield Sound, Surf, early Rock and Roll, Bluegrass, Cajun, Blues, and Truck Driving music gives Polzak the unique voice of the melting pot of the American musical experience. Mitch was inducted into The Western Swing Hall Of Fame in 2024 and has been twice nominated for The Ameripolitan Music Awards. Tickets at Mitch Polzak & The Royal Deuces less

This Friday Night at OMCA, Oakland-born vocalist and songwriter PHER brings his soulful sound to the Garden Stage with a powerful live performance. Blending contemporary R&B, jazz,… more This Friday Night at OMCA, Oakland-born vocalist and songwriter PHER brings his soulful sound to the Garden Stage with a powerful live performance. Blending contemporary R&B, jazz, and soul with heartfelt storytelling, the three-time Grammy-winning collaborator delivers an uplifting set of original music, reimagined classics, and joyful grooves that invite audiences to sing, reflect, and celebrate together. less

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Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Fri Sep 4, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Hip-Hop | Turnt Up Rap | Club Bangers | Hyphy | and … more Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Fri Sep 4, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Hip-Hop | Turnt Up Rap | Club Bangers | Hyphy | and more First Fridays and LIFE OF THE PARTY go hand and hand, lit vibes, good drinks and vibes! The life of the party is where you want to be at, on Oakland First Fridays! Turnt sets, curated slaps by local DJs, and a hype dance floor! On the Decks: TBA Free entry for first 25 with RSVP . Ticket prices increase at doors. Don't sleep! Happy hour drink specials for the first hour :) 21+ | Doors @ 10pm + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Aug 8 ¡DESMADRE! w/ DJ Sandio + Ethan Dreams + Earth & PATIO TAKEOVER by Bussdown Collective Buy Tickets Sun Sep 20 The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz Buy Tickets Fri Oct 2 LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! less

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Punk Band Karaoke Fri, Sep 04 | Eli's Mile High Club RSVP Time & Location Sep 04, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, … more Punk Band Karaoke Fri, Sep 04 | Eli's Mile High Club RSVP Time & Location Sep 04, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event 8pm Sign Ups - 9pm Karaoke NO COVER 21+ Be The Next Nobody™️ with Punk Band Karaoke! Sing your favorite punk songs from a list of 100+ classics with a LIVE BAND. Signups start at 8pm, first of two sets starts at 9. No repeats within a set, so get there early to snag your song! Lyrics will be provided and the band will always have your back. This show is very special because it’s our bass shredder Sarah’s birthday. Praise Her. Songlist at: punkbandkaraoke.com Song List and Requests - punk band karaoke Current Song List BAND SONG Adam and the Ants Beat My Guest Adicts Steamroller (My Baby Got Run Over by a) Adolescents Amoeba Agent Orange Bloodstains Amyl and the Sniffers Security Avengers The American in Me B-52’s, The Give Me Back My Man Bad Brains Sailin On Bad Religion Fuck Armageddon…This is Hell Bikini Kill […] Show More RSVP Share this event less

One of the great alto saxophonists, Cannonball Adderley , is known for playing with such greats such as his younger brother, coronetist Nat as well as Miles Davis, and John Coltran… more One of the great alto saxophonists, Cannonball Adderley , is known for playing with such greats such as his younger brother, coronetist Nat as well as Miles Davis, and John Coltrane in the classic recordings of Milestones and Kind of Blue. For this show, the Jazz Mafia – an eclectic artist collective of forward-thinking and accomplished players in Electro, Hip-Hop, World, Classical, and Jazz take on this jazz giant! Twenty years in the making, Jazz Mafia is a prolific staple of the quintessential San Francisco sound, uniting creative and accomplished Bay Area instrumentalists, vocalists, MCs, composers, and arrangers. This event features John Palowich - alto sax Mike Olmos - trumpet Adam Theis - trombone Colin Hogan - piano Joshua Thurston- Milgrom - upright bass Henry Plumb - drums Tickets at Jazz Mafia play Cannonball Adderley less

After moving back to Utah, Flowers began to pull the curtain back on The Killers’ most recent album, 2021’s Pressure Machine . Though most often associated with Las Vegas, most of … more After moving back to Utah, Flowers began to pull the curtain back on The Killers’ most recent album, 2021’s Pressure Machine . Though most often associated with Las Vegas, most of Flowers’ youth actually occurred in Nephi, the small Utah town some two hours south of Salt Lake City. Now back home again, he showed his own children the scenes that made him who he was as a young man. Much of the music Flowers has worked on in the ensuing five years began as a direct continuation, forging deeper into foundational sounds and foundational memories. He began to recognize the “big and shiny fantasy” of Las Vegas that so often courses through The Killers’ music wasn’t the right home for this writing, and he embarked on his first solo endeavor in over a decade. Though Americana and Western stylings have often mingled with the alternative traditions in The Killers’ DNA as far back as their 2006 sophomore outing Sam’s Town all the way on to Pressure Machine , Flowers found that he’d tapped a new, rich vein of his songwriting: “ As I’ve gotten older, I’ve found my way back to my father’s music — ‘Country-Western’ — and discovered that the stories I carry really feel most at home in the skin of this beautiful American tradition .” less

This show is 21+ Sat., 9/5/26 Legendary Stardust Cowboy (79th bday gala), Durty Whyte Boots, Girls with Guns, DJ Mitch Cardwell 7:00pm, $10 adv., $12 door LEGENDARY STARDUST COWBOY… more This show is 21+ Sat., 9/5/26 Legendary Stardust Cowboy (79th bday gala), Durty Whyte Boots, Girls with Guns, DJ Mitch Cardwell 7:00pm, $10 adv., $12 door LEGENDARY STARDUST COWBOY Norman Carl Odam, know professionally as the Legendary Stardust Cowboy, is considered one of the pioneers of the genre that came to be known as psychobilly in the 1960s. "A true rock & roll primitive even wilder than cult legend Hasil Adkins, the Legendary Stardust Cowboy played a crude brand of rockabilly obsessed with the Wild West and science fiction, and filled with vocal effects ranging from rebel yells and war whoops to a startling array of animal noises. Norman Carl Odam was born in Lubbock, TX, in 1947; a shy and eccentric child, he began developing his idiosyncratic vocal style at age 14, soon started guitar lessons, and also taught himself bugle and harmonica, among other instruments. Odam became notorious for performing in public spaces -- every morning on the steps of his high school, on the roof of his car near local drive-in restaurants and hangouts, at parties he wasn't invited to -- and attracted a mixture of affection and harassment. After high school, he traveled to California hoping to land television bookings, but found no takers; upon returning to Lubbock, he worked in a warehouse while playing occasional gigs at honky tonks, where audiences were frequently hostile (often assuming he was a hippie making fun of country music).” - All Music DURTY WHYTE BOOTS The Durty Whyte Boots are: Durty Chow Mein, Durty Birdie, Durty Honey Bunny, Durty Daisy Yumessy / garage r&b punk girl band! https://www.instagram.com/thedurtywhyteboots/ GIRLS WITH GUNS https://soundcloud.com/user-21444684 less

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All Systems Live Presents HOOCHIE HOUSE: All-Star Edition w/ Kuntress + Nikki Diamonds + DJ Mousetwat + Ecto Sat Sep 5, 2026 9:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info GHETTO TECH | H… more All Systems Live Presents HOOCHIE HOUSE: All-Star Edition w/ Kuntress + Nikki Diamonds + DJ Mousetwat + Ecto Sat Sep 5, 2026 9:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info GHETTO TECH | HOUSE | CLUB | BOOTY BASS Brought to you by All Systems Live, HOOCHIE HOUSE is a space for appreciation of dance music and Hoochie Culture. It is an essence, so show up in whatever way best represents YOU. A night of Ghetto Tech, House, Booty Bass, and Club music from all different regions. ALL hoochies welcome! Featuring: Sounds by Kuntress (ATX + DJ Mousetwat + Nikki Diamonds + ECTO + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Aug 15 Office Hours Festival: Day 2 - Live at Crybaby Buy Tickets Sat Aug 15 AFROBASHMENT (afrobeats, dancehall, hip-hop & more) Buy Tickets Sat Aug 22 DESMADRE A LA VUELTA w/ Esamipau + Yarí + Juanchii & PATIO TAKEOVER by Club Nova less

ghettotech, house, club, booty bass

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Walk through OMCA's landmark building and gardens with members of the Council on Architecture.

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Kallia and Ram are at their wits' end with their sleepless baby when they realize Kallia’s Greek mother is on a secret mission to exorcise the family from the evil eye. Trapped bet… more Kallia and Ram are at their wits' end with their sleepless baby when they realize Kallia’s Greek mother is on a secret mission to exorcise the family from the evil eye. Trapped between the pressures of new age parenting, old world superstitions, and meddling in-laws, they fight to hold onto their dreams. Filmmakers Shaw and Kamalakanthan turn the lens on themselves and their loved ones—including their actual baby and parents—in this fearless, intimate comedy. less

A BLEND OF ROCK, JAZZ, SOUL, AND R&B

Sun., 9/6/26 Late to the Party — 1960’s DJ/Dance Night 9pm, $10 adv/door Oakland, you ready? The 1960’s dance night that everyone is talking about is back! I’m excited to announce … more Sun., 9/6/26 Late to the Party — 1960’s DJ/Dance Night 9pm, $10 adv/door Oakland, you ready? The 1960’s dance night that everyone is talking about is back! I’m excited to announce the next Late To The Party! At the legendary Thee Stork Club. Labor Day Weekend, September 6th. Let’s get wild. The lineup is stacked! Nick Aguilar aka DJ Nick At Nite (Frankie and The Witch Fingers) is coming out from Long Beach! East Bay Soul/R&B aficionado La Garza (Shakedown ‘66, Soul & Steady) will also be joining us on the decks! Top DJ’s spinning only choice 45’s. Let’s not forget our Go-Go, local legend Szandora! She’ll be shakin it up to keep the party rollin. Dress to impress, bring your friends, buy your tickets, and remember.. Don’t Be Late! Players: Hi-Tone https://www.instagram.com/djhitone45?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr DJ Kevin Arnold https://www.instagram.com/djkevinarnold?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== DJ Nick at Nite https://www.instagram.com/nickguyone?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== less

JAZZ PIANIST, VOCALIST, AND ACCLAIMED YOUTUBE AND INSTAGRAM EDUCATOR

This show is 21+ Freakyoke Karaoke 1st and 3rd Mondays 8:00pm, FREE Do you want somewhere you can sing your favorite songs? We're talking alternative, metal, rock, pop, disco, and … more This show is 21+ Freakyoke Karaoke 1st and 3rd Mondays 8:00pm, FREE Do you want somewhere you can sing your favorite songs? We're talking alternative, metal, rock, pop, disco, and everything in between! If it's on YouTube, we got it!! Freakyoke karaoke is where it's at for folks that may not feel like they can sing freely and freakly at other karaoke! QUEER TRANS CENTERED KARAOKE!! less

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WOR$T GIRL IN THE WORLD TOUR - Pearly Drops

PRODUCER OF THE GRAMMY AWARD–WINNING HIT SINGLE "HOW CAN I EASE THE PAIN"

Thurs., 9/10/26 Grex (album release), Naytronix, Feefawfum 8:00pm, $12 adv., $15 door Oakland experimental/art rock band Grex releases their new album "Auntie + Tebs" at the Stork … more Thurs., 9/10/26 Grex (album release), Naytronix, Feefawfum 8:00pm, $12 adv., $15 door Oakland experimental/art rock band Grex releases their new album "Auntie + Tebs" at the Stork Club, joined by alternate pop polymath Naytronix and post-punk powerhouse Feefawfum. "Auntie + Tebs," Grex's first record in six years, showcases a wildly original approach to songcraft that nods to free jazz, alternative hip-hop, and the outer reaches of noise rock. These sounds tell a personal story about revolution and resilience. Proceeds from this record will support social causes. Grex has been called an "otherworldly experience" (Eugene Weekly) and "true genre warping music" (KFJC), recalling at turns the ecstatic energy of Milford Graves, the electronic squall of Death Grips, and the lilting songwriting of Mitski and Water From Your Eyes. They've worked with the likes of Fred Frith, Andrew Cyrille, Zoh Amba, Bobby Bradford, and members of Irreversible Entanglements, Dirty Projectors, and King Crimson. Website / Bandcamp / Insta: @grexsounds Naytronix Alias of tUnE-yArDs bassist Nate Brenner, who assembles sundry experimental electronic pop. Bandcamp / Insta: @naytronix Feefawfum "Urgent, nerve-jangling blasts of off-kilter noise. Razor-wire riffs and crunching choruses and a pulsating rhythm sections. Feefawfum whip up immediate maelstroms of noise that are designed for anything from pummelling headphone listens and road trips to a mid-afternoon set at a summer festival.” - Sun 13 Bandcamp / Insta: @feefawfumband less

The Do-Over Music Series at Shapeshifters Cinema, organized by Lisa Mezzacappa and Jordan Glenn, is a monthly series of sound performances presented by a rotating cast of local lum… more The Do-Over Music Series at Shapeshifters Cinema, organized by Lisa Mezzacappa and Jordan Glenn, is a monthly series of sound performances presented by a rotating cast of local luminaries and special guests. The first set features performances of creative - improvised - composed - electronic - acoustic - music. The second set opens up to a live improvised collaboration of sound and visuals made using images culled from the Shapeshifters 16mm film collection. less

Experience the timeless sound of Paris with The Hot Club of San Francisco featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Stella Heath. Inspired by the legendary Quintette du Hot Club de France,… more Experience the timeless sound of Paris with The Hot Club of San Francisco featuring acclaimed jazz vocalist Stella Heath. Inspired by the legendary Quintette du Hot Club de France, this ensemble brings the exhilarating spirit of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli to life while expanding the tradition with beloved swing standards, French chansons, and original arrangements. Known for their virtuosic musicianship, joyful interplay, and captivating stage presence, The Hot Club of San Francisco has been one of the premier ensembles celebrating gypsy jazz for decades. Stella Heath is recognized for her historically informed approach to early jazz and chanson, blending expressive storytelling, playful improvisation, and a deep knowledge of the music's cultural roots. Fluent in both the swing tradition and the French songbook, she brings warmth, wit, and authenticity to performances that honor the past while feeling fresh and immediate. This showcase celebrates the rich musical dialogue between American and French culture and music. From driving guitar rhythms and dazzling improvisation to intimate ballads and infectious melodies, audiences are transported to the cafés of 1930s Paris while experiencing a vibrant, contemporary performance that is as entertaining as it is musically exceptional. Stella Heath is a captivating jazz vocalist, storyteller, and educator. Equally at home interpreting the music of Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat "King" Cole, Edith Piaf, and the French Hot Club tradition, Heath combines expressive vocals, joyful swing, and an improviser's sensibility with rich historical storytelling that brings audiences into the world behind the songs. Whether leading her acclaimed productions The Billie Holiday Project, Stella Swings Ella, From Billie Holiday to Edith Piaf, or performing with leading jazz artists throughout the country, Heath creates concerts that are engaging and musically compelling. Drawing on a background in classical voice as well as Shakespearean theatre, she brings warmth, sophistication, and authenticity to every performance. Her lustrous voice, playful spontaneity, and deep respect for jazz history have earned her a devoted following from coast to coast. Tickets at Hot Club SF with Stella Heath less

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Amy D.'s innate ability to carry a lyric and capture the essence of a song can be traced back to her early years. Embodying the longing in Great American Songbook standards and the… more Amy D.'s innate ability to carry a lyric and capture the essence of a song can be traced back to her early years. Embodying the longing in Great American Songbook standards and the depth of Quiet Storm R&B, she's found a timeless sound entirely her own. A San Jose native now based in Oakland, Amy D. (Amy Dabalos) is a vocalist and songwriter whose luminescent voice and performances have graced stages throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond since 2010 — including SFJAZZ, Yoshi's Oakland, The Sound Room, Keys Jazz Bistro, San Jose Jazz Summer Fest, Healdsburg Jazz Festival, and more. Drawing from jazz, soul, and R&B, she moves between styles and eras with effortless warmth. Her debut album Like You was released in 2019 on Unspeakable Records, co-produced with Michael Aaberg (Goapele, Lalah Hathaway, Derrick Hodge). In addition to presenting her own performances as a bandleader, she co-leads Heart Matter, a collaborative project with vibraphonist Dillon Vado.Her appearance on 9/11 at The Sound Room features:William Johnston Bohrer, guitarLukas Vesely, bassDavid Aguiar, drums Tickets at Amy D Quartet less

CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / People of the West | The Blackumentary | The Fight to Breath | Unidos — Oakland International Film Festival People of the Wes… more CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / People of the West | The Blackumentary | The Fight to Breath | Unidos — Oakland International Film Festival People of the West | The Blackumentary | The Fight to Breath | Unidos — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – Film/Movie Friday, September 11, 2026, 5:00 PM M14-202 Music Building Littlefield Concert Hall, M14-Lobby Music Building Tickets Presented by the Oakland International Film Festival Sponsored by Mills Performing Arts & Northeastern University Open to the Public Tickets: $17.85 — Registration requested Free with a Northeastern University ID (limited tickets available at the door) People Of The West Director: Bradley Munoa, Christopher Nataanii Cegielski, Phillip Montgomery, Josh Baker Runtime: 00:60:00 In the ashes of San Francisco's American Indian Center, a new generation rises. Mohawk activist Richard Oakes and student leader LaNada Means rally Native voices from across the nation to reclaim Alcatraz Island, transforming a former prison into a symbol of freedom. As the 'Indians of All Tribes' occupation captures the world's attention, unity and defiance collide with loss and sacrifice. Through courage and conviction, they ignite the Red Power Movement and declare to America, and the world, that Native people are still here, and always will be. The Blacumentary Director: Korise Jubert III Runtime: 00:30:40 The BLACumentary is the story of how six cultural leaders in Oakland started a revolution. This documentary takes you on a proverbial hero’s journey, tracing the Black arts movement in Oakland from its beginning to the threat of cultural erasure experienced today, and the work BLACspace Cooperative is doing to resist and rebuild the movement for the next 100 years Centering the voices of BLACspace Cooperative’s vision keepers and board members, the short film maps the birth of BLACspace and acts as a stirring meditation on what it means to re-establish and protect Black spaces. The Fight less

CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / In Love and Struggle | Oldman's Blues | The Listeners | Simultanè — Oakland International Film Festival In Love and Struggle … more CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / In Love and Struggle | Oldman's Blues | The Listeners | Simultanè — Oakland International Film Festival In Love and Struggle | Oldman's Blues | The Listeners | Simultanè — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – Film/Movie Friday, September 11, 2026, 8:30 PM M14-202 Music Building Littlefield Concert Hall, M14-Lobby Music Building Tickets Presented by the Oakland International Film Festival Sponsored by Mills Performing Arts & Northeastern University Open to the Public Tickets: $17.85 — Registration requested Free with a Northeastern University ID (limited tickets available at the door) In Love and Struggle Director: Na Forest Lim Runtime: 00:20:00 Inspired by the visionary philosophy of James and Grace Lee Boggs, In Love & Struggle celebrates Detorit’s enduring spirit of freedom Dreaming. The film illuminates Detroit’s rich history of grassroots activism and ongoing community transformation—showing the reality and everyday practice of a quiet revolution in action. The film invites viewers to reflect on their own being and becoming — to recognize their agency, practice the future they want to see, and tap into the power of neighborly love Oldman's Blues Director: Ziyi Zeng Runtime: 00:14:59 Grappling with dementia, eighty-year-old Kang longs to return to China. When a yellow crane appears, memory and reality blur — guiding his spirithome in a final goodbye seen only by his granddaughter. The Listeners Director: Joslyn Rose Runtime: 00:14:44 David, a once-brilliant jazz musician, can no longer hear music. Doctors search for a diagnosis while debating whether his condition is neurological or psychological, but answers remain elusive. As pressure mounts to institutionalize him, David is guided through an unconventional therapy that pulls him into memories of faith, discipline, and unresolved trauma. Moving between a hospital, a chapel, and the past, David confronts the voices that shaped him and the fear that less

Experience the full lineup of live music, theater, and cultural performances featured at the Valley Center for Performing Arts throughout 2026. This showcase offers audiences a loo… more Experience the full lineup of live music, theater, and cultural performances featured at the Valley Center for Performing Arts throughout 2026. This showcase offers audiences a look at the venue's complete schedule of upcoming events and ticket options for the year. less

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This Friday Night at OMCA comes alive with the vibrant sounds of West Africa as Bongo Sidbe & The TonTons take the Garden Stage for an electrifying live performance.

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

BASSIST, VOCALIST, COMPOSER AND STORYTELLER

Fri., 9/11/26 Combo Tezeta, Discomovil Salazar 8:00pm, $18 adv., $20 door Combo Tezeta plays a blend of instrumental cumbias, chichas and musica tropical inspired by the late 60's … more Fri., 9/11/26 Combo Tezeta, Discomovil Salazar 8:00pm, $18 adv., $20 door Combo Tezeta plays a blend of instrumental cumbias, chichas and musica tropical inspired by the late 60's and early 70's era of psychedelic Peru. Layering the reverb fueled sounds of surf onto the foundations of cumbia, the band's focus is to highlight the rich melodies and hypnotic rhythms birthed from the Afro-Latin diaspora. https://combotezeta.bandcamp.com/album/ritmo-interestelar-c-ndores-al-viento https://www.instagram.com/combotezeta/?hl=en Discomovil Salazar https://www.instagram.com/discomovilsalazar less

California Live Presents Lil Kayla - Live in Oakland! Fri Sep 11, 2026 6:00 PM All Ages Buy Tickets Additional Info + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Sep 19 ¡DESMADR… more California Live Presents Lil Kayla - Live in Oakland! Fri Sep 11, 2026 6:00 PM All Ages Buy Tickets Additional Info + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Sep 19 ¡DESMADRE! w/ OtebNSolrac + Mar E. Fresh B2B Wockie & PATIO TAKOVER by Bussdown Collective Buy Tickets Sun Sep 20 The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz Buy Tickets Sat Sep 26 Nef the Pharaoh & D-Lo - Burn The City Tour less

Stay out, Bloodsugar, Tess & The Details, Fatale Fri, Sep 11 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin L… more Stay out, Bloodsugar, Tess & The Details, Fatale Fri, Sep 11 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event DOORS: 8pm - MUSIC: 9pm 21+ Stay Out is a high-energy punk rock band from Oakland, California, rooted deep in the East Bay DIY scene and driven by a relentless commitment to authenticity, connection, and explosive live performance. Formed in the summer of 2016 by Grant Pack and Mason McGeorge, the band quickly established itself as a force in underground punk- blending raw, aggressive energy with undeniably catchy hooks and melodic sensibility. INSTAGRAM SPOTIFY WEBSITE Bloodsugar formed in late 2024 in Chico, and has been making waves in the California Alt-Rock scene ever since. Their debut EP Gut Feeling released in February 2026, and the band have been playing shows across the west coast, bringing their angry, grungy, confessional songs to every ear that might listen. Their live shows are a force to be reckoned with-- loud guitars, a tight-as-hell band, and stage presence you just can't look away from.… Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 11, 10:30 PM Price $10.00 +$0.25 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

The Supplicants - R Howell, D Boyce, S Gupta & D Ewell

A masterful vocalist and “the superman of the Bay Area jazz scene” (SF Chronicle), Kenny Washington is easily among the most beloved and soulful singers working today. A native of … more A masterful vocalist and “the superman of the Bay Area jazz scene” (SF Chronicle), Kenny Washington is easily among the most beloved and soulful singers working today. A native of New Orleans, Kenny grew up singing gospel music in church and playing saxophone in the school band. He continued his music studies at Xavier University where he became interested in various styles ranging from traditional and contemporary jazz, to classical, to rhythm-and-blues and pop. Joining the U.S. Navy Band in 1986, Kenny performed and toured nationally and internationally through out the U.S., Asia, Russia, and Australia. After nine years in the Navy, Kenny made his home in the San Francisco Bay Area where he established himself as a top vocalist. While performing with the Michael O’Neill Quintet at the Douglas Beach House, Kenny met vibraphonist Joe Locke who happened to be in the audience. This led to an invitation to perform with Joe at Dizzy’s; Jazz at Lincoln Center (JALC). Since then he has been a featured artist at JALC for over ten years where he has appeared with Joe Locke, Eric Reed, Eric Alexander, Joe Lavano, Branford Marsalis, Roberta Gambarini and Wynton Marsalis. With Wynton, Kenny has performed both in small groups and large including numerous times with the "Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.” In 2013 Kenny was featured in Wynton’s oratorio: "Blood On The Fields" which also included vocalist Gregory Porter. Kenny has headlined performances in Japan, Russia, Scotland, Shanghai, Denmark, Mongolia and many other countries. He has performed at top Jazz Festival including the Monterey Jazz Festival, Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival and the San Jose Jazz Festival. Kenny is a jazz vocalist virtuoso. Emulating the classic styles of Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan and infusing colors of Stevie Wonder and Donny Hathaway, Kenny's free, playful approach, with over a four-octave range is awe inspiring. His tone on ballads is liquid and his scat singing - informed by his saxophone playing - is rapid-fire, passionate, melodious and inventive. His intonation is so precise that it becomes noticeable if the piano wasn’t tuned that day. Kenny is considered by many to be the premiere male vocalist on the planet today. This man is a must-see. Tickets at Kenny Washington Quartet less

CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / Set Her Free | Liberty and Limits: Guns in California — Oakland International Film Festival Set Her Free | Liberty and Limits… more CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / Set Her Free | Liberty and Limits: Guns in California — Oakland International Film Festival Set Her Free | Liberty and Limits: Guns in California — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – Film/Movie Saturday, September 12, 2026, 2:00 PM M14-202 Music Building Littlefield Concert Hall, M14-Lobby Music Building Tickets Presented by the Oakland International Film Festival Sponsored by Mills Performing Arts & Northeastern University Open to the Public Tickets: $17.85 — Registration requested Free with a Northeastern University ID (limited tickets available at the door) Set Her Free Director: JLove Calderón Runtime: 01:05:00 Set Her Free sheds light on the lives of women incarcerated at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility in New Jersey, many of whom are serving long sentences for crimes stemming from their survival of domestic violence. It tells the story of five formerly incarcerated women—Dr. Jamila T. Davis, Donna Hylton, Nafeesah Goldsmith, Dawn Jackson and Cass Severe—who are leading the fight to pass the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act (DVSJA) in New Jersey. With the support of New Jersey Senator Angela McKnight, this documentary showcases the stories of these incarcerated women and the advocates who refuse to let their voices go unheard. The film also follows Cass Severe’s relentless fight to secure the release of her friend Natasha White, a domestic violence survivor who remains incarcerated at Edna Mahan. Through Cass’s advocacy, the documentary highlights the personal stakes involved in the broader movement for justice reform. Set Her Free demonstrates the power of hope, redemption, and the impact of proper resources and second chances on the lives of these women. Liberty and Limits: Guns in California Director: Dave Manoucheri, Jack Noonan Runtime: 00:47:00 California has long been in the forefront of history. “As California goes, so goes the nation” is the saying. Two events in California’s less

CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / Home | Wood Street — Oakland International Film Festival Home | Wood Street — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – F… more CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / Home | Wood Street — Oakland International Film Festival Home | Wood Street — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – Film/Movie Saturday, September 12, 2026, 5:00 PM M14-202 Music Building Littlefield Concert Hall, M14-Lobby Music Building Tickets Presented by the Oakland International Film Festival Sponsored by Mills Performing Arts & Northeastern University Open to the Public Tickets: $17.85 — Registration requested Free with a Northeastern University ID (limited tickets available at the door) Home Director: Kelvin Wade Garvanne Runtime: 00:11:12 Estelle Gilmore is an upbeat African American GenZer living with her family; parents Anthony, Ruth,and older sister Isabelle in Los Angeles. She is preparing to visit Hannah, her aging grandmother in Boston. The tone of her visit changes when she realizes it is a welfare check on the aging matriarch. Hannah’s neighbor Bill is a long time neighbor who watches out for her. However, Bill isn’t capable of helping Hannah with everything. When Estelle arrives in Boston with her parents they quickly realize a decison must be made about her care. However, Hannah is steadfast about staying in her home and protecting the legacy embodied in her Wood Street Director: Caron Creighton Runtime: 01:43:00 The feature documentary Wood Street follows unhoused organizers John and LaMonté as they grapple with addiction, displacement, and city bureaucracy while trying to save their long term encampment community from eviction. The film is a powerful call to action grounded in a simple belief: Housing is a human right. FULL FESTIVAL SCHEDULE More information: https://oaklandfilmfestival.org/ less

30th Anniversary Tour - An all encompassing retrospective

Join Alicia Goode, Preparator Supervisor and Taxidermist, as she leads us on a tour of OMCA’s Gallery of California Natural Sciences. The tour will showcase the beautiful and intri… more Join Alicia Goode, Preparator Supervisor and Taxidermist, as she leads us on a tour of OMCA’s Gallery of California Natural Sciences. The tour will showcase the beautiful and intricate dioramas, along with other displays and specimens she has helped to design and create for the Museum. This is a unique experience to learn from a professional taxidermist and museum preparator who oversees the maintenance of the permanent natural science exhibits at OMCA. less

After selling out venues across the country, the smash-hit, all-Native comedy show, Good Medicine, returns to OMCA for the fourth year for a night of live stand-up from the best an… more After selling out venues across the country, the smash-hit, all-Native comedy show, Good Medicine, returns to OMCA for the fourth year for a night of live stand-up from the best and brightest Native comedians across North America. Hosted and produced by comedian Jackie Keliiaa (Netflix) this year’s showcase features Brian Bahe (CBS), Cheyenna Sapp (Acting Good), and Marc Yaffee (Showtime). Doors open at 6 pm and the show starts promptly at 7:30 pm. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

GRAMMY-WINNING, MULTI PLATINUM LEGENDS OF THE “CAR WASH” SOUNDTRACK

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Actually Proper Presents AFROBASHMENT (afrobeats, dancehall, hip-hop & more) Sat Sep 12, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info AFROBASHMENT — The Bay's destination for dias… more Actually Proper Presents AFROBASHMENT (afrobeats, dancehall, hip-hop & more) Sat Sep 12, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info AFROBASHMENT — The Bay's destination for diaspora dance music. Every month we bring together the sounds that move the culture: afrobeats, dancehall, soca, amapiano, reggaeton, hip-hop, R&B, and the classics that never left the rotation. Our resident DJs curate the night so every set flows seamlessly from Lagos to Kingston to Oakland. Plus a rotating monthly patio takeover featuring guest selectors and sounds from across the diaspora. No passport required — just pull up ready to move. DJs and Patio Takeover TBA! 360 Stage! 21+ | Doors + Music @ 10PM | Drink Specials All Night + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Fri Aug 28 GEMS x 2000's Party: The Bay's Best Throwback Party! w/ DJ Devere + Nate Rioz + Mia Amore + J. Quest & PATIO TAKEOVER by Berk Visual Buy Tickets Sat Aug 29 Crash Out (afrobeats, dancehall, hip-hop & more) Buy Tickets Fri Sep 4 LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! w/ J.Espinosa + DJ Black Woman + E-Will & PATIO TAKEOVER by H.E.R.E. less

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Abracanasty Sat, Sep 12 | Eli's Mile High Club A night of magic, burlesque & more! Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sep 13, 2026, 12:00 AM Eli's Mile High Club, … more Abracanasty Sat, Sep 12 | Eli's Mile High Club A night of magic, burlesque & more! Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 12, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sep 13, 2026, 12:00 AM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event Join us for an enchanting, lustrous, & freaky night of Magic & Burlesque! Be stunned by six of the Bay's favorite performers who will set the mood for an amazing One Hour Magic show by: Sean Francisco - @theseanfrancisco Award-winning comedian and magician Sean Francisco uses his unique blend of hilarity & madcap magic to create a one of a kind show you'll have to see to believe! Sean has performed in theaters and venues around the world. His work has been featured on networks like "Discovery+" and Belgium's "VTM GO" Drag, Burlesque & more by: 🌹 @ itslisafrankenstein Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 13, 12:00 AM More info Seating first come first serve Price $25.00 +$0.63 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Ticket type GA + VIP Reserved Seating Sale ends Sep 13, 12:00 AM More info Includes reserved seating in first two rows - please buy tickets together if you wish to sit next to each other Price $35.00 +$0.88 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

The Geryon Trio performs Random Ruminations. Drawing on themes of absurdity, chance, and fluidity, JOHANNA POETHIG'S text, image, and oracle project intersects with an aleatoric pe… more The Geryon Trio performs Random Ruminations. Drawing on themes of absurdity, chance, and fluidity, JOHANNA POETHIG'S text, image, and oracle project intersects with an aleatoric performance by CHRIS BROWN and […] less

Micah Davis, known as Masego, is a Jamaican-American artist whose music traces the arc of Black music’s journey, blending fresh jazz innovation with ancestral echoes. His journey b… more Micah Davis, known as Masego, is a Jamaican-American artist whose music traces the arc of Black music’s journey, blending fresh jazz innovation with ancestral echoes. His journey began in Virginia, a state that has birthed cultural architects like Pharrell and Timbaland, yet Masego’s path is distinct: a generational storyteller who crafts songs from scratch with his Looper pedal, weaving rhythms that are both immediate and eternal. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

SOUGHT-AFTER COMPOSER, BAND LEADER AND JAZZ SAXOPHONIST

Come to our Oakland event space and immerse yourself in captivating performances from today’s artists, performers, and thought leaders at our upcoming events.

Downy, Quinine, Praying Sun, Sep 13 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oaklan… more Downy, Quinine, Praying Sun, Sep 13 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event Doors 7pm - Music 8pm 21+ Downy - JAPAN - Quinine Praying Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 13, 10:30 PM Price $15.00 +$0.38 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / Prison and Time | KosherSoul | Brewing Stew | I Was Thinking of You — Oakland International Film Festival Prison and Time | K… more CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / Prison and Time | KosherSoul | Brewing Stew | I Was Thinking of You — Oakland International Film Festival Prison and Time | KosherSoul | Brewing Stew | I Was Thinking of You — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – Film/Movie Monday, September 14, 2026, 5:00 PM M14-202 Music Building Littlefield Concert Hall, M14-Lobby Music Building Tickets Presented by the Oakland International Film Festival Sponsored by Mills Performing Arts & Northeastern University Open to the Public Tickets: $17.85 — Registration requested Free with a Northeastern University ID (limited tickets available at the door) Prison and Time Director: Evan Bode, Marvin Wade Runtime: 00:06:49 Filmmaker Evan Bode animates excerpts of an essay by writer & activist Marvin Wade, who speaks personally about his 25 years of incarceration—and the growth he achieved in spite of, not because of, the inhumane prison system around him. This collaboration was produced by Project Mend, an organization in Central New York which celebrates the lives and creative work of incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people as well as other individuals impacted by the criminal legal system. KosherSoul Director: Ilja Sarro Runtime: 00:13:00 KosherSoul is a documentary that follows the intense two-day creation of a ground breaking, first of its kind pop-up dinner led by culinary historian and author Michael Twitty at a Black-owned restaurant in Southern California. Bringing together a diverse team of chefs of color, this Silver Telly Award-winning short film chronicles the physical and emotional labor required to transform a non-kosher restaurant into a fully kosher kitchen while preparing a historic communal meal rooted in African American, Jewish, and diasporic culinary traditions. Brewing Stew – Calvin Keys – Life of Guitar Director: Isaac Pingree Runtime: 00:30:00 Now narrated from beyond the grave, this film lets Calvin Keys look back on his career and make sense less

CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / After 24 Years | Niki Tomi Beto | Assalti Frontali – A Tale of Resistance — Oakland International Film Festival After 24 Year… more CALENDAR Upcoming Events Past Events Home / Calendar / After 24 Years | Niki Tomi Beto | Assalti Frontali – A Tale of Resistance — Oakland International Film Festival After 24 Years | Niki Tomi Beto | Assalti Frontali – A Tale of Resistance — Oakland International Film Festival Oakland – Film/Movie Monday, September 14, 2026, 8:00 PM M52-101 Lisser Hall Holland Theater, M14-202 Music Building Littlefield Concert Hall Tickets Presented by the Oakland International Film Festival Sponsored by Mills Performing Arts & Northeastern University Open to the Public Tickets: $17.85 — Registration requested Free with a Northeastern University ID (limited tickets available at the door) After 24 Years Director: Dune Strickland, Yumo Lu Runtime: 00:09:11 After 24 years behind bars, Marco Duncan is released back into a changed world. Niki Tomi Beto Director: Jon Ayon Runtime: 00:18:00 Haunted by the Nahua deity Tlazolteotl, 4 cousins in Northeast LA try to protect each other from the violence and family strife threatening to tear them apart. Niki, Tomi, Beto, and Ernie are 4 close-knit cousins growing up in North-east LA. As Ernie gets increasingly involved with his gang, he tries to maintain a caring and protective role with the younger Niki, Tomi, and Beto. The boys’ tight-knit relationships unravel when the Nahua goddess of refuse and regeneration, Tlazolteotl, arrives to intervene in their everyday lives. Assalti Frontali – A Tale of Resistance Director: Paolo Fazzini, Francesco Principini Runtime: 01:50:00 2023 marked the 50th anniversary of the birth of hip hop culture and rap music in the United States. ‘A tale of resistance” celebrates the band that first recorded an Italian rap album in 1990, Assalti Frontali, which is one of the representative and pioneering groups of politicized rap in Italy. Aftermore than thirty years, the band’s leader Militant A (real name Luca Mascini), is still the same and he tells his story as never before, portraying his human and artistic parab less

GRAMMY-WINNING PRODUCER, GUITARIST, AND VOCALIST

Blue Island - Lexa Gates

Join us for a night where reality blurs and wonder unfolds. Jonathan Molo has captivated audiences across the country with his one-of-a-kind blend of magic, mentalism, and comedy … more Join us for a night where reality blurs and wonder unfolds. Jonathan Molo has captivated audiences across the country with his one-of-a-kind blend of magic, mentalism, and comedy — all delivered with heart, humor, and his signature purple suit. Jonathan is a proud member of the Academy of Magical Arts and a regular performer at the legendary The Magic Castle in Hollywood. In 2025, he was crowned the Magic Castle Strolling Showdown Champion, and returned the following year to place 2nd among 24 top magicians, solidifying his reputation as one of the premier close-up performers in the country. ​Performing more than 150 events each year, his performances combine sleight-of-hand, mind-reading, and comedy to create unforgettable moments where the magic happens in the hands of the audience. ​Michael Nguyen is a magician known for his captivating visual magic that appeals to all audiences. A classically trained, award-winning performer, he is a graduate of the Chavez Studio of Magic, specializing in prestidigitation and dexterity. He is the current President of The Oakland Magic Circle Tickets at An Evening of Illusions with Jonathan Molo & Michael Nguyen less

Show And Tell presents Trixie Mattel and Katya Zamolodchikova live in The Bald and the Beautiful LIVE: Very Bald, Very Beautiful. Ages 18 & Over.

Be among the first to experience BeHere/1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration—an immersive gallery installation and augmented reality (AR) experience by world-ren… more Be among the first to experience BeHere/1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration—an immersive gallery installation and augmented reality (AR) experience by world-renowned media artist, Masaki Fujihata. Reflecting on the impact of Executive Order 9066, which led to the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, the exhibition uses digital media to reframe how history and memory are seen and felt. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

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Leo Presents Rolling Quartz - My Turn 2026 Tour - Live in Oakland Thu Sep 17, 2026 6:00 PM All Ages Buy Tickets Additional Info + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Jul… more Leo Presents Rolling Quartz - My Turn 2026 Tour - Live in Oakland Thu Sep 17, 2026 6:00 PM All Ages Buy Tickets Additional Info + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Jul 18 CASEY VEGGIE'S BIRTHDAY BASH HOSTED BY BENDERS TAKE THE WEST Buy Tickets Sat Jul 18 CAFE CALIENTE: Baddies Y Band Buy Tickets Sat Jul 18 DESMADRE A LA VUELTA w/ Profesito + Mare E. Fresh + Healing Hottie & Patio Takeover by NoiseCandy less

Comedy Show: Honey Pluton & Spike Einbinder Thu, Sep 17 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther… more Comedy Show: Honey Pluton & Spike Einbinder Thu, Sep 17 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 17, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 17, 7:00 PM Price $15.00 +$0.38 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

Edgetone Records celebrates 35 years on planet Earth with a series of showcase performances.Brett Carson’s Quattuor Elephantis, duoB, Matt Davignon

If you are a blues fan, it doesn't get any better than this!!! Take some influence from B.B. King, Albert King, Ray Charles, and a pinch of Albert Collins. Add in dazzling blues a… more If you are a blues fan, it doesn't get any better than this!!! Take some influence from B.B. King, Albert King, Ray Charles, and a pinch of Albert Collins. Add in dazzling blues and jazz guitar chops, a rich soulful baritone vocal delivering original, often wry and beleaguered lyrics with sophisticated chord changes and instrumentation, and skills on various horns and keyboards, all delivered with an uptown cool that never lacks searing passion. It all adds up to the one and only Chris Cain, who has gone from being a newcomer phenomenon bursting onto the blues scene in 1987 with a classic debut release, to being a legend, inspiration and long-established member of the blues pantheon. His jazz-informed blues guitar playing is fiery, emotional and always unpredictable. His vocals—gruff, lived-in and powerful—add fuel to the fire. His indelible original songs keep one foot in the blues tradition and both eyes on the future. The pure joy Cain brings to his playing and singing is palpable, and draws fans even closer in. "Hands down my favorite blues player on the scene today. He’s an absolute blinder of a guitarist, with the voice of B.B. King and the chops of Albert King." –Joe Bonamassa "Chris Cain? Now that boy can PLAY the guitar!" –B.B. King "Chris Cain is a hot-shot guitarist and a singer with the maturity of blues masters like Bobby Bland and B.B. King." –The Washington Post Tickets at Chris Cain less

BMN Entertainment presents viral comedian and entertainer Mojo Brookzz bringing his Outta Pocket comedy tour to Oakland.

Show Rescheduled from 9/21/26 Monica Tour - James Savage

Calling all teachers! In celebration of our school communities, teachers and principals are invited to join us for OMCA's Annual Fall Teacher Night.

Celebrate the opening week of BeHere/1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration this Friday Night at OMCA with an evening of music, culture, and community. The Garden … more Celebrate the opening week of BeHere/1942: A New Lens on the Japanese American Incarceration this Friday Night at OMCA with an evening of music, culture, and community. The Garden Stage features two dynamic performances, beginning with Cal Raijin Taiko, whose original compositions blend the tradition of Japanese taiko drumming with contemporary influences. Following, Bay Area singer-songwriter Kiyomi brings her soulful alternative R&B sound to the stage, weaving rich harmonies, live looping, and heartfelt storytelling into an intimate performance that invites audiences to slow down and connect. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

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Fri., 9/18/26 Bargain Rock presents SHE’s (Tokyo), The Vaxxines, Clean Girl and the Dirty Dishes 8:00pm, $12 adv., $15 door SHE’s (Tokyo) All-girl Japanese indie garage band featur… more Fri., 9/18/26 Bargain Rock presents SHE’s (Tokyo), The Vaxxines, Clean Girl and the Dirty Dishes 8:00pm, $12 adv., $15 door SHE’s (Tokyo) All-girl Japanese indie garage band featuring SF expat, Aya Cuzner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2hxAXboqcx4&t=9s https://www.instagram.com/shes_band/ The Vaxxines The Vaxxines. Loud rocknroll singalong anthems from Oakland, CA!! https://thevaxxines.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the_vaxxines/ Clean Girl and the Dirty Dishes Out of the skillet and into the frying pan! https://www.instagram.com/cleangirlandthedirtydishes/ https://cleangirlandthedirtydishes.bandcamp.com/ Bargain Rock Presents Garage Punk Rockin’! https://www.instagram.com/bargainrock/ less

Crybaby & Cuffing Season Present CUFFING SEASON - The Bay's Best R&B Party! Fri Sep 18, 2026 9:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info a R&B party for you + boo to bump, grind, and f… more Crybaby & Cuffing Season Present CUFFING SEASON - The Bay's Best R&B Party! Fri Sep 18, 2026 9:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info a R&B party for you + boo to bump, grind, and freak to Pull up to Crybaby on Friday, September 18th with a boo or find some love at the club. R&B bangers and club anthems all night. Be ready for to experience what it would be like if T-Pain, Burna Boy, Kehlani and Drake had a party. DJs TBA! 9:00 PM | 21+ | Drink Specials All Night Limited free entry with RSVP, but only the first 25...don't sleep on it, snag an early bird ticket and save! + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Fri Sep 11 The Hyphy Function - A Party For The Bay, By The Bay! w/ DJ Westcoast + MicahTron + Mattyagi & Patio by Family Not a Group less

Still Ruins, Tube Alloys, Shop Regulars, Clarko with Lower Grand Radio DJS Fri, Sep 18 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM Eli's Mil… more Still Ruins, Tube Alloys, Shop Regulars, Clarko with Lower Grand Radio DJS Fri, Sep 18 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 18, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:50 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event 8pm Doors - 9pm Music 21+ Lower Grand Radio & No Time Gigs presents: Still Ruins (Headliner) : Still Ruins make the kind of music that feels like déjà vu for a future you never lived. Since forming in Oakland in 2018, the trio of Frankie Soto, Jose Medina, and Cyrus VandenBerghe have carved out a space where dreamwave, new wave, and post-punk converge into something both lush and immediate. Their self-titled debut EP introduced the band’s sensibility: a blend of widescreen romanticism and shadowy introspection that recalls The Chameleons or early Tears for Fears while sounding entirely their own. Tube Alloys LA punks influenced by Wire, Swell Maps and Crisis with records out via thier own label URGE Records and La Vida Es Un Mus. Shop Regulars Formed by Portland guitarist Matt Radosevich after the demise of his former outfit, the much-beloved Honey Bucket, Shop Regulars has developed into something of a local… Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 18, 10:30 PM Price $15.00 +$0.38 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

Marcus Shelby, Howard Wiley, and their amazing band return to the Sound Room to present a Centennial Celebration honoring John Coltrane. John Coltrane departed this mortal plane m… more Marcus Shelby, Howard Wiley, and their amazing band return to the Sound Room to present a Centennial Celebration honoring John Coltrane. John Coltrane departed this mortal plane more than fifty years ago; today he remains among us, more alive than ever. His sound continues to grab the ears of an ever-widening circle of fans. His legend is stone solid: planted firmly in our culture as that of any 20th century musical giant. His saxophone sound—brooding, searching, dark—is still one of the most recognizable in modern jazz. His influence stretches over styles and genres, and transcends cultural boundaries. The modern ideal of music serving a deeply spiritual, connective purpose? A defining facet of John Coltrane. To Coltrane, a musician was a message-giver; making music was an endeavor tied to a larger, greater good. “I humbly asked to be given the means and privilege to make others happy through music,” Coltrane wrote in 1964 in a letter to his listeners, telling of a prayer to God. In 1966, less than a year before his death, he stated: “I know that there are bad forces, forces that bring suffering to others and misery to the world. I want to be the opposite force. I want to be the force which is truly for good.” Coltrane achieved his goal as a hard-working jazz player coming out of a proud, rooted musical tradition, paying his dues as a sideman, learning the ropes as a leader, working with primarily wordless music to convey his message. He released twenty-five albums as a leader during his lifetime, some attaining five-star, classic status: Blue Train, Giant Steps, My Favorite Things, his Grammy-nominated, “humble offering” to God, A Love Supreme. One after another, from 1957 to ’67, his music defined a comet-like path of rapid growth and dizzying rate of change. That Coltrane accomplished all he did in a mere ten years accounts at least partly for the saint-like devotion he often receives. Tickets at Marcus Shelby Quartet ft Howard Wiley: John Coltrane Centennial Celebration less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

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This show is 21+  [REDACTED] Fest presented by No Time Gigs and Digital Regress. https://redactedfest.com/ instagram.com/digitalregress instagram.com/notimegigs Uranium Club (Minn… more This show is 21+  [REDACTED] Fest presented by No Time Gigs and Digital Regress. https://redactedfest.com/ instagram.com/digitalregress instagram.com/notimegigs Uranium Club (Minneapolis) https://staticshockrecords.bandcamp.com/album/all-of-them-naturals Good Flying Birds (Indianapolis) https://goodflyingbirds.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/goodflyingbirds/ Container (UK) https://gentledefect.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/socialcontainer/ Cube (NYC) https://mycube.bandcamp.com/album/lucky-numbers-true-weight https://www.instagram.com/the_male_envelope/ Eraser (Philly) https://siltbreeze.bandcamp.com/album/eraser-hideout-lp https://www.instagram.com/wereeraser/ Mesh (Philly) https://meshphilly.bandcamp.com/album/mesh Marbled Eye (Oakland) https://marbledeye.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/marbledeye/ Taste (Oakland) https://taste-usa.bandcamp.com/album/1-2-fantasy https://www.instagram.com/taste__usa/ less

Crybaby Presents ¡DESMADRE! w/ OtebNSolrac + Mar E. Fresh B2B Wockie & PATIO TAKOVER by Bussdown Collective Sat Sep 19, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Reggaeton / De… more Crybaby Presents ¡DESMADRE! w/ OtebNSolrac + Mar E. Fresh B2B Wockie & PATIO TAKOVER by Bussdown Collective Sat Sep 19, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Reggaeton / Dembow / Perreo / Corridos / Latin Dance / Y Mas ***************************************************************************** FREE ENTRY B4 11PM WITH THIS RSVP LINK: https://partiful.com/e/HCTNnzlD7HB7fTaKqcfE For those looking for a night of Reggaeton, Cumbia, Dembow, Moombahton, Corridos, Latin Dance, y más, you're in for a treat. Pull up to experience a night of ratcheton and down and dirty dancing -- only at Desmadre can you get your fix of all latin dance, all night. DJs: OTEBNSOLRAC + Mare E. Fresh B2B Wockie Patio Takeover by Bussdown Collective 360 Stage! Come through to get your perreo on! 21+ | Doors + Music @ 10:00pm | Drink Specials All Night + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Fri Sep 11 Lil Kayla - Live in Oakland! Buy Tickets Sun Sep 20 The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz Buy Tickets Sat Sep 26 Nef the Pharaoh & D-Lo - Burn The City Tour less

The Glissando Flute is a normal orchestral flute with Robert Dick’s invention, the “Glissando Headjoint®” (inspired by the electric guitar’s “whammy bar"), making the flute more fl… more The Glissando Flute is a normal orchestral flute with Robert Dick’s invention, the “Glissando Headjoint®” (inspired by the electric guitar’s “whammy bar"), making the flute more flexible and liquid. Long-time […] less

This month’s Spotlight Sundays highlights the story and spirit of Oakland as a nexus of community belonging and resilience in the face of rapid gentrification, themes central to Mi… more This month’s Spotlight Sundays highlights the story and spirit of Oakland as a nexus of community belonging and resilience in the face of rapid gentrification, themes central to Mildred Howard’s artwork and practice. We will screen the documentary Alice Street, directed by Spencer Wilkinson, which narrates how a neighborhood mural on 14th and Alice Street catalyzed a multiracial coalition to rally in protection of cultural arts and livability in Oakland. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

This show is 21+ Over the last decade, Portrayal of Guilt have solidified themselves as a pillar in the extreme underground music scene. With relentlessly consistent releases like … more This show is 21+ Over the last decade, Portrayal of Guilt have solidified themselves as a pillar in the extreme underground music scene. With relentlessly consistent releases like 2023’s orchestral nightmare Devil Music , and year-round world touring with the likes of Deafheaven, Uniform and Pg. 99, POG have unquestionably carved their own path. Defying accurate categorization since formation, the three piece blends elements of black, death and nu metal with crust, screamo, powerviolence and hardcore, with the bands forthcoming LP …The Beginning of The End” continuing to further obscure genre lines. The band takes the unhinged discordance to the next level on album standouts “Ecstasy” and “Human Terror”, with KoRn-like guitar dissonance, punishing death metal lows, and haunting spoken passages confidently riding the line between Life is Peachy and Scum. https://portrayalofguilt.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/portrayalofguilt World Peace https://worldfuckingpeace.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/worldfuckingpeace NO MAN https://nomanband.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/nomanband Loma Prieta https://lomaprietaband.bandcamp.com/album/last https://www.instagram.com/loma_prieta less

No Steps Backwards Presents The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz Sun Sep 20, 2026 1:00 PM All Ages Buy Tickets Additional In… more No Steps Backwards Presents The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz Sun Sep 20, 2026 1:00 PM All Ages Buy Tickets Additional Info The Market is a Community Festival born in East Oakland where we bring together Local DJ's, Artists, & Vendors. You can expect great music, raffles, giveaways, hand-crafted goods and delicious food! Celebrate our 5-Year Anniversary with us Sunday, September 20th from 1pm-6pm Sounds by DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Aug 8 ¡DESMADRE! w/ DJ Sandio + Ethan Dreams + Earth & PATIO TAKEOVER by Bussdown Collective Buy Tickets Fri Sep 4 LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Buy Tickets Fri Oct 2 LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! less

Whiskerman, Suzanimal, Noah Lark Sun, Sep 20 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Wa… more Whiskerman, Suzanimal, Noah Lark Sun, Sep 20 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 20, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event 7pm Doors - 7:30 Show 21+ Whiskerman- "Whiskerman, the band that never dies, is a genre blending rock band from Oakland, CA that defies convention through operatic catharsis and blood rushing rock and roll. Enduring years of a shifting music industry, a pandemic and multiple trashy transformational festivals, this West Coast staple is returning with a new double album dubbed American Hell. With the help of magnetic energy, virtuosic musicianship and a flair for theatrics, the experience of Whiskerman demands to be seen on the live stage." Suzanimal - is a Bay Area indie psych-pop band led by scientist-turned-bassist Suzanne Galal - inspired by Talking Heads and Tame Impala. Members of the band include musicians from Bay Area band, Con Brio. Known for their genre-defying live shows, designed to make you lose yourself to the rhythm — with just enough of the unexpected to keep you on your toes ‘til the afterparty. Noaa Lark delivers a… Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Sep 20, 10:20 PM Price $30.00 +$0.75 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

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THROWBACK GOSPEL MUSIC EXPERIENCE

This show is 21+ Freakyoke Karaoke 1st and 3rd Mondays 8:00pm, FREE Do you want somewhere you can sing your favorite songs? We're talking alternative, metal, rock, pop, disco, and … more This show is 21+ Freakyoke Karaoke 1st and 3rd Mondays 8:00pm, FREE Do you want somewhere you can sing your favorite songs? We're talking alternative, metal, rock, pop, disco, and everything in between! If it's on YouTube, we got it!! Freakyoke karaoke is where it's at for folks that may not feel like they can sing freely and freakly at other karaoke! QUEER TRANS CENTERED KARAOKE!! less

Live Nation presents singer-songwriter Lily Allen performing her critically acclaimed album West End Girl in its entirety.

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PIONEERS OF THE BAY AREA'S BRAND OF FUNK/SOUL AND R&B

Jules Leyhe is one of the world’s foremost blues slide-guitar players—so much so that even Premier Guitar magazine called his music “the best blues slide licks since Derek Trucks, … more Jules Leyhe is one of the world’s foremost blues slide-guitar players—so much so that even Premier Guitar magazine called his music “the best blues slide licks since Derek Trucks, maybe even Duane Allman.” Leyhe has performed/ recorded alongside some of the industry’s heavyweights including Buddy Guy, Jimmie Vaughan, Chris Cain, Charlie Musselwhite, Fantastic Negrito and Wyatt Flores For this event he brings a top-notch band featuring Ian McArldle on piano, Isaac Schwartz on drums and renowned bassist Matt Roades and special guest Mike Schermerer. Mighty Mike Schermer has been touring and recording for well over 30 years with such legendary figures as Elvin Bishop, Charlie Musselwhite, Marcia Ball, Bonnie Raitt, Maria Muldaur, Howard Tate, Angela Strehli and many more. He has also carved out a solid solo career, releasing 8 critically acclaimed albums and garnering a ton of attention for his songwriting in particular. Schermer’s songs have been covered by blues award recipients Tommy Castro, Billy Price and the late Frank Bey to name just a few. His autobiographical single “My Big Sister’s Radio” was recently hand-picked by none other than Bruce Springsteen to be included in The Boss’s “From My House to Yours” on Sirius/XM’s and is now in regular rotation! His songs and albums have been nominated for multiple awards and he has performed in all 50 US States and 25 countries around the world in a journey that is far from over. Tickets at Jules Leyhe & The Family Jules with Mike Schermerer less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

SOULFUL MELODIES, SMOOTH RHYTHMS, AND ICONIC HITS

An evening with renowned pianist Sarah Cahill, and guest Regina Myers, tracing a century of playful invention, from Darius Milhaud's wit to the restless imaginations of Lou Harriso… more An evening with renowned pianist Sarah Cahill, and guest Regina Myers, tracing a century of playful invention, from Darius Milhaud's wit to the restless imaginations of Lou Harrison, Pauline Oliveros, and the Bay Area's new music vanguard. less

Adam Klipple, who has been described as "a standout pianist who has gone to school on McCoy Tyner and Cecil Taylor and earned his degree," plays piano, Hammond organ, sampler, and … more Adam Klipple, who has been described as "a standout pianist who has gone to school on McCoy Tyner and Cecil Taylor and earned his degree," plays piano, Hammond organ, sampler, and a variety of vintage keyboards. He currently is a member of the legendary jazz rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears. He also currently performs and records with jazz phenom Veronica Swift. Adam has recorded and performed onstage with the likes of Ghostface Killah, Lauryn Hill, Graham Haynes, the Sun Ra Arkestra, Craig Harris, Joe Bowie's Defunkt, Sekou Sundiata, Marc Ribot, John Medeski, Kurt Rosenwinkle, Carla Cook, Dave Fiuczynski, David Gilmore, Josh Roseman, Peter Apfelbaum, Jay Rodriguez, Groove Collective, and Smokey Robinson. He has appeared at renowned venues including the Blue Note, Iridium, the Jazz Standard, Blues Alley, and the Knitting Factory, and at jazz festivals around the world. Also a composer and arranger, Adam has earned grants from Jazz at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, Arts International, Meet the Composer, and the U.S. Department of State, enabling him to tour and teach master classes in southeast Asia, the Pacific Rim, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. Adam’s band plays wild arrangements of current pop songs and classical music. What if Billie Eilish was a Motown star? What if Tchaikovsky was from Jamaica? What if Radiohead collaborated with Roy Orbison to record Hindustani classical music? All these questions are answered through Adam’s inventive arrangements and top notch funk jazz musicians. Jesse Levit sax Joel Behrman trombone Scott Amendola drums Kai Lyons guitar Adam Klipple keys Tickets at Adam Klipple Quintet less

The influential Austrian duo Kruder & Dorfmeister performs their celebrated mix of downtempo, trip-hop, and atmospheric electronic beats.

Step into an evening of nostalgic rhythms, movement, and community connection this Friday Night at OMCA. The Garden Stage comes alive with Los Tranquilos, a California trio blendin… more Step into an evening of nostalgic rhythms, movement, and community connection this Friday Night at OMCA. The Garden Stage comes alive with Los Tranquilos, a California trio blending the romantic soul, psychedelia, and classic grooves of 1960s and ’70s Latin America. With soulful melodies, rock influences, and timeless rhythms, their performance celebrates the rich musical traditions that continue to inspire generations. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

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DYNAMIC R&B AND FUNK GROUP

Carrie Nation & the Speakeasy, Clyde & the Milltailers, and the Pine Box Boys Fri, Sep 25 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sep 27, 2026, 1… more Carrie Nation & the Speakeasy, Clyde & the Milltailers, and the Pine Box Boys Fri, Sep 25 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Sep 25, 2026, 8:00 PM – Sep 27, 2026, 12:30 AM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event CARRIE NATION & THE SPEAKEASY (CNS) is a high-energy quintet from Wichita, KS, USA. The band, whose sound has been described as “...a stagecoach in overdrive” and “dark, psychedelic speedfolk”, has performed their signature blend of strings and horns across 49 states and 9 countries since 2007. CNS has built a solid grassroots following with their energetic live show and ability to fit on bills ranging from bluegrass to punk; rockabilly to ska. Thoughtful songwriting is delivered through dynamic arrangements and unconventional instrumentation. Throaty vocals glide over percussive guitar. Mandolin solos melt into blaring trombone lines at breakneck speed, while the upright bass and rock-solid drums churn out aggressive rhythms that carry the force of a Kansas freight train. Psychedelic soundscapes are punctuated by downright amphetaminic tempos and controlled cacophony. Anything but derivitive, CNS has developed a singular style that continues to bemuse newcomers and delight loyal fans. The band’s… Show More Tickets Ticket type ADV - General Admission Sale ends Sep 25, 12:00 AM Price $15.00 +$0.38 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Ticket type General Admission - Day of Price $20.00 +$0.50 ticket service fee Goes on sale Sep 25, 12:00 AM Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

Cascada de Flores is a delicious discovery of retro acoustic music with Mexican and Caribbean roots. The core members of Cascada de Flores have been re-imagining Mexican tradition… more Cascada de Flores is a delicious discovery of retro acoustic music with Mexican and Caribbean roots. The core members of Cascada de Flores have been re-imagining Mexican tradition for years. After falling for Mexican music as a young woman, Arwen Lawrence toured with Grammy-winning L.A. mariachi heavyweights, Los Camperos de Nati Cano, an apprenticeship that honed her skills and deepened her love for Mexico's musical language. With them, she recorded and performed in venues such as the Teatro Degollado in Guadalajara and Lincoln Center of New York. Nati always nudged her towards what she already did naturally: to sing with heart. Jorge Liceaga grew up in Mexico City, buying his first guitar with the money he'd earned shining shoes. Self taught, he was later mentored by local legend Leonardo 'El León' Salas, a transplant from Yucatan, who taught Jorge to 'guasanguearla' (play with that special Yucatecan swing). Jorge followed his sister and found himself amongst local masters of artistic communication: The flamencos of Gitanerías. From them he received a raw and complicated education, which contributed to his special sensitivity as accompanist. For the past 20 years Saúl Sierra has been a member of some of the leading bands in the Bay Area, including The John Santos Quintet/Sextet, Bobi Cespedes’ band, Dr. Loco’s Rocking Jalapeño Band, El Tren Trío, Anthony Blea y su Charanga, The Snake Trío, Jesús Díaz y su QBA, The Bay Area Afro-Cuban All Stars, The Venezuelan Music Project, Corazón Sur, Sababa band, Cascada de Flores, SJZ Collective, LaTiDo. Marco Diaz is an accomplished recording musician who has shared the stage with Grammy Award winning artist, Israel “Cachao” Lopez, Nelson Gonzales, Jimmy Bosch, Pete “El Conde” Rodriguez, Ska Cubano (Europe), Tito Rojas, Nino Segarra, Anthony Cruz, Anthony Blea, Jovino Santos Neto, Joe Santiago, and is an integral member of the John Santos sextet, and the musical director for Bobi Cespedes Julio Pérez and Ahkeel Mestayer on percussion are two of the most sought after musicians in the Latin Jazz world. They bring an infectious Afro-Cuban backbeat. Tickets at Saúl Sierra with Cascada de Flores59113411?aff=oddtdtcreator less

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Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

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Sat., 9/26/26 Italo Disco w/ DJs PETRE, Big Wink, Fiat Panda 9pm doors, $10 adv/door PETRE, Big Wink, and Fiat Panda are here spinning their signature selection of Euro hits under … more Sat., 9/26/26 Italo Disco w/ DJs PETRE, Big Wink, Fiat Panda 9pm doors, $10 adv/door PETRE, Big Wink, and Fiat Panda are here spinning their signature selection of Euro hits under Thee Stork Blub disco ball. Whether you're an Italo Disco regular or joining the party for the first time, bring a friend to twirl and turn your best looks. he dance floor fills fast, so don't be shy to arrive early for a breezier, more spacious experience. Early birds and night owls, you are equally loved. Let's fly away together! Instagram: @batboymelt @bigwinkshop @petr3petr3petr3 less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING VOICES IN CONTEMPORARY JAZZ

Come to our Oakland event space and immerse yourself in captivating performances from today’s artists, performers, and thought leaders at our upcoming events.

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Book launch and conversation

Born To Kill World Tour - Descendents The Chats

CONTEMPORARY JAZZ ICONS

StorySlam Oakland is Oakland's longest-running true storytelling show, where people tell short and true stories from their lives. Or just listen and laugh. How it works: The hosts… more StorySlam Oakland is Oakland's longest-running true storytelling show, where people tell short and true stories from their lives. Or just listen and laugh. How it works: The hosts will encourage audience members to shout out ideas for themes. It could be a theme you have a story about, or a theme you want to hear some true stories about. We'll write them down and then the fun begins. You can also take your time between now and the show and craft a story on our pre-announced theme, which is Decisions Decisions. We usually have time for about 10 storytellers. Any story is good as long as it's true, about you, and five to six minutes long. We'll have a timer to keep you on track. Remember, no notes or reading allowed. You'll tell it like you're telling friends around the dinner table. Hosted by creator Julie Soller & comic Inanc Ino. Tickets at StorySlam Oakland less

Wed., 9/30/26 Buddy Junior, Quinine, Shape, IX of Swords 8:00pm, $12 adv, $15 door Buddy Junior https://buddyjunior.bandcamp.com/album/rust https://www.instagram.com/buddyjunior.22… more Wed., 9/30/26 Buddy Junior, Quinine, Shape, IX of Swords 8:00pm, $12 adv, $15 door Buddy Junior https://buddyjunior.bandcamp.com/album/rust https://www.instagram.com/buddyjunior.222/?hl=en Quinine https://qui9.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/quininefanaccount Shape IX of Swords https://www.instagram.com/ix.ofswords https://ixofswords.bandcamp.com/album/i-cant-imagine-how-it-felt-to-live less

2027 American Piano Awards Finalist Brahm Sasner brings his jazz trio to the Sound Room where he'll be joined by Miles Turk on drums and Isaac Coyle on bass. Awarded every four yea… more 2027 American Piano Awards Finalist Brahm Sasner brings his jazz trio to the Sound Room where he'll be joined by Miles Turk on drums and Isaac Coyle on bass. Awarded every four years, the American Piano Awards identifies five emerging jazz artists and highlights their talent throughout a year long competition culminating in the Cole Porter Fellowship prize. Brahm is a 2026 graduate of the prestigious Manhattan School of Music where he developed his dynamic improvisational style through deep study of the jazz tradition. Raised in the Bay Area, Brahm was a member of SF Jazz bands the High School All Stars and the Monday Night Community Band. He has received awards from international, national, and statewide competitions including YoungArts and Rubato International. Brahm is also an alumnus of the Vail Jazz summer workshop. In addition to gigging throughout New York City, Brahm has toured extensively throughout the United States and abroad. He has performed on multiple occasions at Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center, the DeLuxe, Mr. Tipple's, and at Casa De Musica in Porto as part of an international tour. Brahm has three upcoming tours in Europe scheduled for early and mid-2027, and 2028. Tickets at Brahm Sasner Trio less

In collaboration with OMCA's Día de los Muertos Committee, we honor Day of the Dead every October and November.

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

ONE OF THE MOST EXCITING ARTISTS TO EMERGE THIS PAST DECADE

Thurs., 10/1/26 M.sayyid, Jel, Heavy Arts Ensemble, mars kumari 8pm, $15 adv., $20 door M. Sayyid M.Sayyid (born Maurice Mboya Greene July 10 1970) is a lyricist, producer, visual … more Thurs., 10/1/26 M.sayyid, Jel, Heavy Arts Ensemble, mars kumari 8pm, $15 adv., $20 door M. Sayyid M.Sayyid (born Maurice Mboya Greene July 10 1970) is a lyricist, producer, visual artist and a founding member of The New York based Alternative hip hop group Antipop Consortium. In 2017 he was the subject of a feature article in Noisey Magazine covering his move to Paris and his mixtape Error Tape 1. In 2018 the French music television series Tracks ARTE covered the artist in a mini-documentary highlighting his work. Later that year he was invited by Sónar to perform at Sónar by Day. He has appeared in a “how-to” for Billboard (magazine) in 2009 where he was applauded for his use of the MPC 2000XL and plays the role of professor in a 2 part series called Fire in the MP. His visual work has been published in Arts Magazine in 2012 where he was commissioned to create a piece for the “carte blanche” section of the magazine. https://msayyid.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/_m.sayyid/ Jel Jeffrey James Logan (born May 7, 1978), better known by his stage name Jel, is an American hip hop producer and rapper. He is co-founder of the record label Anticon. He has been a member of Presage,Themselves, Subtle, and 13 & God. Jel is primarily a producer. He is known for his use of SP-1200 and MPC2000XL to create drum beats with little or no sequencing like playing the drums live via the sampler pads. He has produced numerous tracks for underground hip hop artists such as Deep Puddle Dynamics, Atmosphere, Sole, Sage Francis, and Serengeti. https://jelsmusic.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/jeffreyjellogan/ Heavy Arts Ensemble Heavy Arts Ensemble is a collective of Bay Area musicians and media artists. Through a collage of avant-garde jazz, drone, extended melodic improvisation, live sampling, modular synthesis, live visuals, radical software and the outer edges of experimental beat culture, Heavy Arts Ensemble seeks to push deep grooves into trance-inducing stat less

A poet with a guitar and smokin’ hot band!! Maurice Tani is a songslinger working his own lane. Known for his wry-to-romantic writing, agile guitar work and expressive singing, Tan… more A poet with a guitar and smokin’ hot band!! Maurice Tani is a songslinger working his own lane. Known for his wry-to-romantic writing, agile guitar work and expressive singing, Tani's style is a broad spectrum tincture of influences from jazz, blues, classic country and the Great American Songbook. This is storytelling. A sort of cinema for the blind, shot alternately in grainy black and white noir or vivid technicolor with a wide angle lens. The lyrics are sheer poetry: I used to wonder who I am I don’t wonder anymore The mirror shows a face That I’ve never seen before I’ve hidden all my scars Burned away my fingerprints Playing in the flames Destroying evidence The band covers a lot of ground, from wistful ballads to hard driving honky-tonk rock, from personal meditations to satirical cultural observations, from electrified twang to down-home acoustic. Once in a while, they even find new shades of meaning in some cover you thought had been long since played out. This band is different. This band is special. “All in all, possibly the best indie ‘Americana’ band to come from the Bay Area . . . ever . . . period.” - Paul Olguin The term Renaissance man could and should be applied to Maurice Tani. A certified jack of all trades in the San Francisco music scene for over forty years, Tani has extensive experience in the recording industry as singer, songwriter, guitarist, bassist, and producer. Recent alt-country/roots music releases with his band 77 El Deora, have garnered him a local following for both his records and live performances. Tani is right at home where the blues relaxes into Americana, and can sing jazz better than most who claim they do. Tickets at Maurice Tani Group less

The five-time GRAMMY-winning juggernaut Snarky Puppy returns to Oakland’s Paramount Theatre for a highly anticipated performance. “An exultant throwdown of smart danceability” ( Vi… more The five-time GRAMMY-winning juggernaut Snarky Puppy returns to Oakland’s Paramount Theatre for a highly anticipated performance. “An exultant throwdown of smart danceability” ( Village Voice ), Snarky Puppy isn’t exactly a jazz band. It’s not a fusion band or a jam band. It’s probably best to take Nate Chinen of The New York Times ’ advice, as stated in an online discussion about the group, to “take them for what they are, rather than judge them for what they’re not.” The global collective which features a revolving cast of up to a dozen musicians makes what it likes to call “music for your brain and booty.” Led by bassist and composer Michael League , the band features a rotating lineup of world class instrumentalists whose résumés boast work with stars like Erykah Badu, Marcus Miller, Justin Timberlake, Roy Hargrove, Snoop Dogg and John Mayer. Their 2022 recording, Empire Central , received a well-earned GRAMMY win for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album at the 66th awards ceremony — their fifth win in as many nominations — and was inspired by the band’s formative home of Dallas, blending their whirlwind jazz-ified funk with elements of Southern rock, electric blues, classic soul, slinky R&B, and modern gospel. The group’s most recent album, 2025’s Somni , created in collaboration with the acclaimed Metropole Orkest, expands the band’s boundary‑blurring sound with lush orchestral textures and deep grooves. Hailed as “a sweeping, cinematic evolution of the band’s groove-driven aesthetic” ( DownBeat ), the project pairs League’s expansive compositions with the orchestra’s rich sonic palette. less

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FUNK, SOUL, AND R&B, MIXED WITH ELEMENTS OF JAZZ AND GOSPEL HARMONY

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Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Fri Oct 2, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Hip-Hop | Turnt Up Rap | Club Bangers | Hyphy | and … more Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Fri Oct 2, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Hip-Hop | Turnt Up Rap | Club Bangers | Hyphy | and more First Fridays and LIFE OF THE PARTY go hand and hand, lit vibes, good drinks and vibes! The life of the party is where you want to be at, on Oakland First Fridays! Turnt sets, curated slaps by local DJs, and a hype dance floor! On the Decks: TBA Free entry for first 25 with RSVP . Ticket prices increase at doors. Don't sleep! Happy hour drink specials for the first hour :) 21+ | Doors @ 10pm + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Aug 8 ¡DESMADRE! w/ DJ Sandio + Ethan Dreams + Earth & PATIO TAKEOVER by Bussdown Collective Buy Tickets Fri Sep 4 LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Buy Tickets Sun Sep 20 The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz less

Flugelhornist DMITRI MATHENY has been lauded as “one of the most emotionally expressive improvisers of his generation” (International Review of Music). An honors graduate of Berkle… more Flugelhornist DMITRI MATHENY has been lauded as “one of the most emotionally expressive improvisers of his generation” (International Review of Music). An honors graduate of Berklee College of Music, Dmitri Matheny vaulted onto the jazz scene in the 1990s as the protégé of jazz legend Art Farmer. Since then he has garnered critical acclaim and a loyal international following, releasing twelve CDs and touring extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Asia.The San Francisco Chronicle calls Matheny “one of the jazz world’s most talented horn players.” According to All About Jazz, the Dmitri Matheny Group is “an all-star jazz band featuring some of the most accomplished musicians in the western United States.” Dmitri Matheny flugelhorn, Dave Ellis saxophones, David Udolf piano, Ron Belcher bass, Leon Joyce Jr. drums Tikets at Dmitri Matheny Group. Louie Louie! Louie! less

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BRINGING TOGETHER MILES DAVIS ALUMNI AND THE NEXT GENERATION OF MODERN JAZZ STARS

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Sat., 10/3/26 Handsome Dick Manitoba (of The Dictators), The Bonstones, Fuzz Attack 8pm, $20 adv., $25 door Handsome Dick Manitoba Richard “Handsome Dick” Manitoba, also known as “… more Sat., 10/3/26 Handsome Dick Manitoba (of The Dictators), The Bonstones, Fuzz Attack 8pm, $20 adv., $25 door Handsome Dick Manitoba Richard “Handsome Dick” Manitoba, also known as “The Handsomest Man In Rock & Roll”, and the “World’s Greatest Entertainer” (at least since Sammy Davis Jr. left us) was born Richard Blum in The Bronx, New York, January 29, 1954. Richard is a musician, most well known for being the lead singer (for most of 45 years) with the New York City legendary punk band, THE DICTATORS . https://handsomedickmanitoba.com/ https://www.instagram.com/handsomedickmanitoba/?hl=en The Bonstones East Bay spawned melodic punk at its finest. https://thebonstones.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thebonstones/?hl=en Fuzz Attack SF garage punk. https://fuzzattack.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/fuzzattacksf/?hl=en less

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This show is 21+ Serving as a spiritual continuation of the now-defunct Sprain, Shearling exhibits the reunion of a now decade-old collaborative force between guitarists Alexander … more This show is 21+ Serving as a spiritual continuation of the now-defunct Sprain, Shearling exhibits the reunion of a now decade-old collaborative force between guitarists Alexander Kent and Sylvie Simmmons. A subsequent recruiting of percussionist Andrew Chanover, bassist Wesley Nelson, and Keyboardist Elizabeth Carver filled out their orchestrally-minded roster. The band was mostly quiet for its first year of existence, avoiding live performances to instead focus on their brazen debut ‘ Motherfucker, I am Both: “Amen” and "Hallelujah"…’ The record retains Sprain’s characteristic commitment to intensity, further mutated through a newfound lens of collagist approach. Featuring only a single, hour-plus-long song, Motherfucker is a demanding exhibition of uncompromising ethos. Shearling’s aggressive live performances and meticulous recordings demonstrate an ambition, audacity, and emotional vulnerability that few contemporary bands can parallel. "Shearling present a work that could grow to be one of the great cult albums of alternative music." - Beats Per Minute "Calling Motherfucker both a wildly bold and ambitious debut would still be an understatement" - New Noise Magazine https://shearlingofficial.bandcamp.com/album/motherfucker-i-am-both-amen-and-hallelujah less

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This show is 21+ Freakyoke Karaoke 1st and 3rd Mondays 8:00pm, FREE Do you want somewhere you can sing your favorite songs? We're talking alternative, metal, rock, pop, disco, and … more This show is 21+ Freakyoke Karaoke 1st and 3rd Mondays 8:00pm, FREE Do you want somewhere you can sing your favorite songs? We're talking alternative, metal, rock, pop, disco, and everything in between! If it's on YouTube, we got it!! Freakyoke karaoke is where it's at for folks that may not feel like they can sing freely and freakly at other karaoke! QUEER TRANS CENTERED KARAOKE!! less

Running With Scissors Tour - chloe moriondo

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Ilana Glazer is a comedian, actor, advocate, and creator best known for co-creating and co-starring in the acclaimed series BROAD CITY. The internationally touring standup comedian… more Ilana Glazer is a comedian, actor, advocate, and creator best known for co-creating and co-starring in the acclaimed series BROAD CITY. The internationally touring standup comedian debuted her second special, HUMAN MAGIC, on Hulu. You can find her comedy & socio-political video-podcast “IT’S OPEN with Ilana Glazer” every Thursday on YouTube, audio-only available everywhere you podcast. Additionally, Glazer co-wrote and starred in BABES, which premiered at SXSW 2024 to rave reviews before its release with Neon. And in 2025, she made her Broadway debut in the stage adaptation of GOOD NIGHT, & GOOD LUCK alongside George Clooney for a special limited run. less

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Jazz saxophonist and composer Dennis Mitcheltree has just released his 7th album, "Holding Space", on Sifting Paradigm Records. Mitcheltree is a mainstay of the tenor saxophone, ha… more Jazz saxophonist and composer Dennis Mitcheltree has just released his 7th album, "Holding Space", on Sifting Paradigm Records. Mitcheltree is a mainstay of the tenor saxophone, having been based in New York City from 1987-2007 and in Los Angeles from 2007 to the present. Dennis has performed and recorded with masters of the jazz world: Clark Terry, Billy Taylor, George Cables, Bill Holman, Bob Moses, Jim McNeely, Howard Johnson, Gary Bartz, Kenny Werner, James Williams, Don Sickler, Charli Persip, Ronnie Matthews, Pete Yellin, Richie Cole, Bill Holman, Pete Christlieb, Doug Webb, Carl Saunders, Joe Labarbera, John Clayton, Christian Jacob and Bruce Forman along with contemporaries Uri Caine, Ingrid Jensen, Johannes Wallmann, Andy Milne and David Binney. Mitcheltree was born and raised in Wisconsin, picking up the oboe and saxophone at age 12. He received a scholarship from Berklee College of Music where he graduated with a Magna cum Laude degree in Jazz Performance in 1987. He is the Artistic Director for the American Music Group, widely known for the INFLUENCES series presented at Carnegie Hall, and an award-winning saxophonist and composer. A former student of Joe Viola, Billy Pierce, Jim McNeely, George Garzone and Joe Lovano, Dennis is also a renowned jazz teacher and clinician of jazz improvisation, harmony, composition and saxophone/woodwinds. He teaches privately and as a guest artist/clinician/lecturer at universities and jazz education programs worldwide. Dennis Mitcheltree - tenor saxophone Adam Klipple - piano Jesse Crawford - bass Bill McClellan - drums "...the saxophonist is aggressively adventurous and most expressive...Mitcheltree evokes hearty tones from his instrument as he masterfully interweaves unexpected lines to create fascinating sound tapestries at any tempo." Nancy Ann Lee, Jazz Times "Mitcheltree's quartet is definitely hard-core NYC: tough sounding, aggressive, and complex. They swing hard, even at midtempo, as though all of them were percussionists, which infectiously pulls the listener into their complex conversations." Dave McElfresh, Jazz Now Tickets at Dennis Mitcheltree Quartet less

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Don't Miss This Show!!! Trombone/classical guitar duos are very rare in Jazz. While few dare to exist beyond the occasional recording or live performance, Cressman and Faquini hav… more Don't Miss This Show!!! Trombone/classical guitar duos are very rare in Jazz. While few dare to exist beyond the occasional recording or live performance, Cressman and Faquini have transformed their platform into a sophisticated medium showcasing the extraordinary influence Brazilian contemporary artistry has had on music throughout the world. Tagged as the “Bossa Nova girl” while studying at the Manhattan School of Music, Cressman has always been inspired by Brazilian culture, frequently attending the California Brazil Camp in the mountainous enclave of Cazadero, California where she met Faquini, a Guinga protégé teaching at this annual summer gathering. In time they discovered the dynamic nature of their instrumental pairing as well as the unique aperture it lends to the intricate nature of Brazilian music. Having mastered a resonant, open, and full bodied sound, Cressman and Faquini utilize a spacious tonal vocabulary, deft harmonic pairings and meticulous arranging that perfectly lends itself to the unique repertoire they’ve cultivated over the years. Simplicity can feel like a rare commodity in our increasingly complex world. Knowing this, Natalie Cressman and Ian Faquini recognize that the simplicity of their instrumentation provides an introspective way to celebrate the legacy of música popular brasileira and the remarkable manner in which Guinga extends the vocabularies of its exceptional harmonic and melodic systems. Managing the perfect balance of space, pacing and musicianship, Cressman and Faquini have mastered the mechanics of unpacking the deep musical authority that defines the DNA of Brazilian music and the core of Guinga’s genius. Cressman’s musical pedigree is impeccable, growing up as the daughter of vocalist Sandy Cressman and Santana trombonist Jeff Cressman, gaining fame as a member of Phish leader Trey Anastasio’s solo project, and working with Nicholas Payton and Wycliffe Gordon. A virtuosic instrumentalist and gifted singer, she’s a former member of the SFJAZZ High School All-Stars who has made good on her prodigious beginnings, working with a diverse range of artists including salsa icon Pete Escovedo’s Latin Jazz Orchestra, world music giant Jai Uttal and the Pagan Love Orchestra, and iconoclastic multi-instrumentalist Peter Apfelbaum. Faquini, who was born in Brasília and now lives in Berkeley, California, was mentored by legendary Brazilian composer Guinga. He went on to study at the California Jazz Conservatory in Berkeley and immediately after graduating joined the faculty there. He is also on the faculty at California Brazil Camp, alongside musical legends including Ivan Lins, Guinga, Chico Pinheiro, and Spok. Ian has become one of the most unique and respected guitar players in the San Francisco Bay Area, with his distinct compositional style and harmonic sense. He is also a brilliant accompanist, which has made him an in-demand collaborator with vocalists in the Bay Area and beyond. Tickets at Natalie Cressman & Ian Faquini less

The Poisonous Weapons Tour - Deafheaven Alcest

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SHĀHERI Fri, Oct 09 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Oct 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – Oct 10, 2026, 12:30 AM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland,… more SHĀHERI Fri, Oct 09 | Eli's Mile High Club Buy Tickets Time & Location Oct 09, 2026, 7:00 PM – Oct 10, 2026, 12:30 AM Eli's Mile High Club, 3629 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA About the event SHĀHERI is a Los Angeles–based musical project where Persian heritage meets psychedelic rock, cinematic groove, and modern guitar-driven sound. Led by Emmy Award–winning composer Jonathan Shaheri, the project draws inspiration from pre-revolutionary Iranian legends like Kourosh Yaghmaei and Googoosh, reframing those influences through a contemporary lens shaped in Los Angeles. The result is music that feels both timeless and forward-moving - rooted in Persian musical heritage while expanding into a Show More Tickets Ticket type General Admission Sale ends Oct 09, 10:00 PM Price $28.00 +$0.70 ticket service fee Quantity 0 Total $0.00 Checkout Share this event less

Eloise Carter is a NYC-based jazz singer and actress. With Bay Area roots, she is delighted to return home. She’s a recent graduate from the Tribeca Jazz Institute, where she studi… more Eloise Carter is a NYC-based jazz singer and actress. With Bay Area roots, she is delighted to return home. She’s a recent graduate from the Tribeca Jazz Institute, where she studied with Lucy Yeghaizaryan, Michael Kanan, Tardo Hammer, and Vanisha Gould. In November 2025, she released her debut EP “Eloise: Live From Monks.” An emerging artist in both the acting and music fields, her Shakespeare adaptation Gents Can’t Measure was workshopped by Fiasco Theater in May and she has just returned from her first European tour with stops in London, The Netherlands, and Paris. Featuring Adam Schulman on Piano, John Wiitala on Bass & Tim Bulkley on Drums Tickets at Eloise Carter less

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Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians and one of the highest grossing touring comedians of all time. He is one of the most watched come… more Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias is one of the world’s most successful stand-up comedians and one of the highest grossing touring comedians of all time. He is one of the most watched comedians on YouTube with over 2 billion views and over 34.6 million fans across social media. He was the 3rd highest grossing comedian of 2024 according to Billboard. Iglesias has been included in The Hollywood Reporter’s “Top 40 Comedy Players” issue alongside comedy giants Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock and Lorne Michaels and was also honored with the cover of Variety’s comedy issue. The comedian has had the distinct honor of being one of the few to headline and sell-out Madison Square Garden in New York, Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and The Sydney Opera House in Australia. On TV, Iglesias is the star and executive producer of the Netflix original comedy series, Mr. Iglesias, which is currently streaming 3 seasons. Iglesias plays a good-natured public high school teacher who works at his alma mater. He takes on teaching gifted but misfit kids to not only save them from being “counseled out” by a bully bureaucrat Assistant Principal, but also to help them unlock their full potential. The show won best Primetime Comedy at The Imagen Awards, which recognizes positive portrayals of Latino actors/actresses in the entertainment industry. In addition to his comedy series, Iglesias has released four stand-up comedy specials with Netflix. The first in 2016 with I’m Sorry For What I Said When I Was Hungry, which was filmed at the sold-out Allstate Arena in Chicago to 20,000 fans. The second, One Show Fits All, was filmed in front of a sold-out audience at the Toyota Center in Houston and debuted in January 2019. The third, Stadium Fluffy premiered in October 2022 and was taped in front of a crowd of 55,000 fans at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, where Iglesias made history as the first comedian to perform at and sellout the largest MLB stadium in the US. In April of 2024, Iglesias reupped with Netflix less

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Another Planet Entertainment & Danny Zelisko Present The Moon, The Wall and Beyond An Evening With

CHICAGO-BASED QUINTET THAT BLENDS CUMBIA, PSYCHEDELIC ROCK, JAZZ, AND TRADITIONAL MEXICAN SON JAROCHO

Chiara is an award-winning jazz singer and composer from Italy based in New York City since 2014, three years after Quincy Jones awarded her first prize in the 2011 Montreuz Jaa Fe… more Chiara is an award-winning jazz singer and composer from Italy based in New York City since 2014, three years after Quincy Jones awarded her first prize in the 2011 Montreuz Jaa Festival Vocal Competition. In 2020 she also won one Independent Music Award for Best Jazz song with vocals with her composition Circles of the Mind. She perfectly blends traditional Italian music with jazz, Mediterranean and pop sounds to create a dynamic and heartwarming show, singing and telling stories in four languages (Italian, English, Portuguese and Spanish). Chiara navigates each idiom fluently, on its own terms of engagement, displaying her prodigious vocal instrument, refined musicianship, inherent soulfulness, and ability to convey both emotional transparency and ebullient swing. In an All About Jazz review Michael Bailey praised Chiara as “a force of nature,” while in Jazz Times Travis Rogers described her as “a talent to be heard, admired and anticipated.” How that talent has evolved and blossomed since Chiara moved to New York is apparent on her latest releases: Live In Bremen (Dot Time Records/2022) that embodies a classical richness enhanced by Izzi’s stylistic method of blending her lyrics and languages, and Across The Sea (Jando/2019), a cooperative project with pianist Kevin Hays who says about Chiara: “There was a sense of sincerity and honesty — a lack of artifice. She has an inner strength that I think is rare”. Delivering a vocal that carries a warm, Mediterranean quality, Izzi acknowledges that experiencing music in a highly inspiring place like New York City brings out her best assets as a storyteller, musician, and human being. “It’s very important for me to make music as a peacemaker, to work creating bridges between different worlds, to put different cultures in communication starting from the music.” says Chiara. "Sister, you are very very talented!” - QUINCY JONES "A talent to be heard, admired and anticipated" - Travis Rogers, JAZZ TIMES Tickets at Chiara Izzi less

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Unlock your inner hero when Disney On Ice brings your favorite stories to the ice! Sail away with Moana on her epic voyage. Feel the chill with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf as they restore… more Unlock your inner hero when Disney On Ice brings your favorite stories to the ice! Sail away with Moana on her epic voyage. Feel the chill with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf as they restore summer. Move to the rhythms of Encanto as Mirabel’s family celebrates their unique gifts. Be inspired to chase your dreams with the Disney Princesses and watch out for Stitch’s hilarious mischief. Hosted by Mickey and Friends, Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero is a celebration of courage and togetherness! Read More less

Rhonda Sauce is an Oakland-based vocalist, composer, arranger, lyricist, multi-instrumentalist, and bandleader whose original music reminds us that the tradition is still being wri… more Rhonda Sauce is an Oakland-based vocalist, composer, arranger, lyricist, multi-instrumentalist, and bandleader whose original music reminds us that the tradition is still being written. Rooted in jazz while drawing from soul, blues, Brazilian music, folk traditions, and the broader Afro-diasporic musical lineage, her songs blend rich storytelling, adventurous improvisation, and fearless emotional honesty.Praised by vocalist and educator Dr. Kim Nalley as having "the special voice, firmly rooted in the jazz greats while still oozing her special unique style," Rhonda has become one of the Bay Area's most compelling emerging original voices. Her recent body of work has been featured in a live Studio 91 performance and interview on KCSM 91.1 FM, profiled by the East Bay Express and the Mercury News, and presented on stages including the San Francisco International Arts Festival, Fillmore Jazz Festival, and Levitt VIBE Oakland. For this performance at The Sound Room, Rhonda is joined by an exceptional quartet anchored by pianist Adam Klipple, with Dan Feiszli on bass and Deszon Claiborne on drums. Together, they bring Rhonda's original compositions to life with lyrical interplay, deep grooves, and fearless improvisation. Tickets at Rhonda Sauce Quartet less

The 2026-2027 Season Opening concert, 'Defiance', features works that explore themes of resistance and creative freedom. The program includes Anthony Davis's 'Prison Aria' from the… more The 2026-2027 Season Opening concert, 'Defiance', features works that explore themes of resistance and creative freedom. The program includes Anthony Davis's 'Prison Aria' from the opera Malcolm X, Karim Al-Zand's Lamentations on the Disaster of War, a medley of songs by Elaine Brown, Tracy Chapman, and Lauryn Hill, and Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No. 11, 'The Year 1905'. less

10 Years of Blank Face LP

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Fri., 10/16/26 Freedom Club Presents Spike Hellis, Normal Bias, Pink Stiletto, DJ Hot Goth GF 8:00pm, $18 adv., $22 door Spike Hellis is Cortland and Lainey. The Los Angeles-based … more Fri., 10/16/26 Freedom Club Presents Spike Hellis, Normal Bias, Pink Stiletto, DJ Hot Goth GF 8:00pm, $18 adv., $22 door Spike Hellis is Cortland and Lainey. The Los Angeles-based electronic duo became fully formed on October 31st, 2019. Following the release of their first EP Crisis Talk in 2020, they self-released their debut full-length under their imprint Over-Pop in April 2022. They've since toured relentlessly across North America, Europe, and Latin America with no end in sight. They will be back on the road this fall in support of their upcoming album. Successor arrives August 7, 2026 via Over-Pop. Listen loud or not at all. http://spikehellis.bandcamp.com http://instagram.com/spike.hellis http://facebook.com/spike.hellis Normal Bias Normal Bias is a pump and dump scheme, mining the most bloodthirsty parts of decades of electronic music and stripping it for parts. They are equal parts techno synth pop and equal parts ruthless venture capital. Composed of Matt W. and Chris C - they are based partially in Atlanta, partially in New York City - two thoroughly evil cities. They have shared stages with Nitzer Ebb, Boy Harsher, Nuovo Testamento, High Functioning Flesh & Phase Fatale. Their debut LP “Kingdom Come” came out in 2024 thru DKA & Synthicide. They are heavier than heaven. Hotter than hell. If they die we all die. https://www.instagram.com/normalbias/ https://normal-bias.bandcamp.com/album/kingdom-come https://open.spotify.com/artist/7CKQ3pXPNTSu2SUOeWC1rr Pink Stiletto ITS PINK AND SHARP NU DANCE WAVA FROM SAN FRANCISCO Unacceptable X-treme tolerance level of 80s tonalities. When the Club Flesh movie comes on twisted and broken volume and Pink Stiletto steps into your living room out of a grey Mercedes with a broken windshield, lead by Valery K. - a socially frustrated outcast living in analogue seduction dream, ready to make you dance until morning when you say yes I liked that and continue eating your breakfast. https://www.instagram.com/itspinkstiletto? less

Basswoods Presents SISTO:DEVOUR - Sever the Bloodline Tour w/ BLVNKSPVCE + PNTHER Fri Oct 16, 2026 9:00 PM 18+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Basswoods returns to Oakland after over t… more Basswoods Presents SISTO:DEVOUR - Sever the Bloodline Tour w/ BLVNKSPVCE + PNTHER Fri Oct 16, 2026 9:00 PM 18+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Basswoods returns to Oakland after over two years for a night of relentless bass music as SISTO brings his SISTO:DEVOUR Sever the Bloodline tour to the Bay Area. Known for his brutal sound design, cinematic atmosphere, and uncompromising approach to heavy bass music, SISTO has become one of the most recognizable names in modern riddim and dubstep. Blending crushing drops with dark, immersive production, his performances deliver a level of intensity that has earned him a dedicated following across the scene. This stop on the Sever the Bloodline tour promises a night packed with raw energy, massive moments, and some of the heaviest sounds in bass music. Joining the lineup as special guest is BLVNKSPVCE, bringing his signature blend of aggressive basslines and high-impact energy to set the stage for the night. Support comes from PNTHR, delivering a powerful opening performance that will keep the momentum building from the moment the doors open. From the first track to the final drop, this event is built for fans of heavy dubstep, riddim, and underground bass culture. Join us in Oakland for a night of devastating sound systems, unforgettable performances, and a community united by a love for bass music. Secure your ticket and experience the Sever the Bloodline tour live. + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Sat Jul 18 CASEY VEGGIE'S BIRTHDAY BASH HOSTED BY BENDERS TAKE THE WEST Buy Tickets Sat Jul 18 CAFE CALIENTE: Baddies Y Band Buy Tickets Sat Jul 18 DESMADRE A LA VUELTA w/ Profesito + Mare E. Fresh + Healing Hottie & Patio Takeover by NoiseCandy less

dubstep, bass music, riddim, tearout

In the year 2000, trombonist, bassist, composer, arranger, and producer Adam Theis co-founded Jazz Mafia – an eclectic artist collective of forward-thinking and accomplished player… more In the year 2000, trombonist, bassist, composer, arranger, and producer Adam Theis co-founded Jazz Mafia – an eclectic artist collective of forward-thinking and accomplished players in Electro, Hip-Hop, World, Classical, and Jazz. Twenty six years in the making, Jazz Mafia is a prolific staple of the quintessential San Francisco sound, uniting creative and accomplished Bay Area instrumentalists, vocalists, MCs, composers, and arrangers. For this event, the Jazz Mafia will play music celebrating Stevie Wonder. Wonder is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. A musical pioneer who has drawn inspiration from jazz and reggae, Wonder is considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. He has won 25 Grammy Awards, including a lifetime achievement award, and an Academy Award for Best Original Song for “I Just Called to Say I Love You” from the 1984 film The Woman in Red. Tickets at Jazz Mafia: Stevie Wonder Reimagined 6P Show less

Another Planet Entertainment & Outback present

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL AND IMPACTFUL VIOLINISTS IN MODERN HISTORY

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Bingo Loco & Dayshift Present DAYSHIFT - The 30+ Daytime Party! Sat Oct 17, 2026 5:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Thu Jul 30 Pan… more Bingo Loco & Dayshift Present DAYSHIFT - The 30+ Daytime Party! Sat Oct 17, 2026 5:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Thu Jul 30 Pancakes & Booze - Oakland: Underground Art Show less

3.0 NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

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Two Nights! Getting Killed Again Tour - Bill Orcutt

GRAMMY AWARD WINNER AND THREE-TIME TONY AWARD NOMINEE

2nd Show Added by Popular Demand! Getting Killed Again Tour - Bill Orcutt

A CELEBRATION OF THIS ICONIC TELEVISION SERIES

$299.90 - PLUS TAXES + FEES

$599.90 - PLUS TAXES + FEES

all ages; sold out; no ins/outs

MULTI-PLATINUM IDOL ALUM KNOWN FOR HIS BIG VOICE

THE COTTONTAILS are one of San Francisco's most exciting musical groups, playing a wide range of styles ranging from 20'/30's jazz torch songs, classic 40's swing, and 50's R&B. Ma… more THE COTTONTAILS are one of San Francisco's most exciting musical groups, playing a wide range of styles ranging from 20'/30's jazz torch songs, classic 40's swing, and 50's R&B. Made up of local Bay Area luminaries in their own right The Cottontails are Karina Deniké on vocals, Michael McIntosh on piano, Vic Wong on guitar, Joe Kyle, Jr. on bass, Tom Griesser on saxophone/clarinet, and the irrepressible Randy Odell on percussion. San Francisco's darling Karina Deniké is a versatile, sought after vocalist, songwriter, collaborator and band leader who moves fluidly from intimate torch song chanteuse to soul singer, to punk powerhouse. "Deniké possesses a voice so rich and luxuriant she sounds like she was born to sing any song that comes her way". (KQED’s California Report). Deniké has released over 30 albums as solo artist, band member or guest, been on major and independent labels: ( MCA, Warner/Discovery, Fat Wreck Chords, MoonSka, 510, Pink and Black, Portofranco, Hellcat), toured extensively worldwide, had her work on soundtracks and countless compilations. She is known for her work in SF Bay Area groups: Dance Hall Crashers, Stara Nova, Jezebelle among others, and is a current recording and performing member of bands NOFX , her own self- titled sextet “Karina Denike”, The Cottontails, The Bluebelles, Red Room Orchestra, Marc and The Casuals and recently sang and toured with Hope Sandoval ( Mazzy Star) and the Warm Inventions for their 2017 release. Deniké and her solo band have performed in New York, Los Angeles, at dOCUMENTA 13 arts festival in Kassel Germany, London and Japan and locally have been presented by SF Jazz, The Flower Pianos series, the centennial celebration of SF City Hall, Noise-pop, The Contemporary Jewish Museum, Undercover Presents as musical director for ‘Bob Dylan’s Highway 61 revisited’ among others. Her acclaimed 2015 solo release "Under Glass" was named one of the TOP 10 JAZZ ALBUMS of 2015 -by KQED, and her song Musee Mecanique was on the 2016 compilation by Fat Wreck Chords. "In my humble opinion, she’s probably got one of the most powerful, virtuosic voices around and a vocal delivery that’s JUST SEXY. You really have to see her live to know what I mean." - Missionmission.com Tickets at Karina Deniké & The CottonTails less

2nd Show Added by Popular Demand! Do That Again Tour

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL AND MOST SKILLED MCS OF ALL TIME

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Flamenco is a passionate, expressive art form from Andalusia, Spain, combining song (cante), dance (baile), and guitar playing (toque). Shaped by Romani, Moorish, and Jewish cultur… more Flamenco is a passionate, expressive art form from Andalusia, Spain, combining song (cante), dance (baile), and guitar playing (toque). Shaped by Romani, Moorish, and Jewish cultures, it is celebrated worldwide for its complex rhythms, elaborate footwork, and emotional storytelling. Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, flamenco is a living conversation between the performers. Performers often shout jaleos (encouraging words like "¡olé!") to support and praise one another during improvisational sections. It is performed across Spain in intimate venues called tablaos, and has grown into a global phenomenon with vibrant communities and academies around the world. Tickets at Flamenco! less

Clark achieved global impact following his first Grammy Award® in 2014, winning Best Traditional R&B Performance for the track “Please Come Home” from his Warner Records debut albu… more Clark achieved global impact following his first Grammy Award® in 2014, winning Best Traditional R&B Performance for the track “Please Come Home” from his Warner Records debut album Blak And Blu , and seemingly never left the road. 2015’s The Story Of Sonny Boy Slim wrought hard-won international acclaim as a critical force to be reckoned with. Throughout 2019, Clark ascended to greater heights with the release of This Land – his third full-length studio album which bowed at #6 on the Billboard 200 chart , marking his third consecutive Top 10 debut. The album and single of the same name attracted acclaim from the likes of The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Los Angeles Times, Rolling Stone, Pitchfork and more. He has performed on Saturday Night Live, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show with James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Good Morning America, CBS News Sunday, CBS This Morning, The Today Show, Late Night with Seth Meyers, The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, The Howard Stern Show, WTF with Marc Maron , and more. Clark ’s domestic tours became instant sell-outs and his international profile found him topping bills at legendary festivals around the world and venues including the Hollywood Bowl, along with multiple appearances in stadiums supporting and sharing the stage with The Rolling Stones. Most recently, Clark won three more Grammy Awards, including Best Rock Performance and Best Rock Song for “This Land,” and Best Contemporary Blues Album for This Land . Clark also performed his award-winning single “This Land” backed by The Roots at the 2020 Grammy Award ceremony and released their version of the track. Countless collaborations have been recorded with Stevie Wonder, Andra Day, John Legend, Alicia Keys, Foo Fighters, Nas, Sheryl Crow, Brandi Carlile, Eric Clapton, Gustavo Santaolalla, Booker T. Jones, and many more. To date, Clark has been nominated for six Grammy Awards less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

SOULFUL POWERHOUSE KNOWN BEST FOR HER WORK WITH INCOGNITO

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Fri., 10/23/16 The Well, Pink Fuzz, Glowing Brain 8:00pm doors, $18 adv., $20 door. 21+ THE WELL The Well is an Austin, Texas–based alternative psych/metal trio formed in 2011 by g… more Fri., 10/23/16 The Well, Pink Fuzz, Glowing Brain 8:00pm doors, $18 adv., $20 door. 21+ THE WELL The Well is an Austin, Texas–based alternative psych/metal trio formed in 2011 by guitarist/vocalist Ian Graham, bassist/vocalist Lisa Alley, and drummer Jason Sullivan. What began in a central Austin garage—stripped down to acoustic guitar, bass drum, and dual vocals—quickly evolved into a powerful, genre-blurring sound rooted in ’70s proto-metal, ’60s psychedelia, Southern sludge, and New Wave. Renowned for their immersive live performances, The Well rapidly gained momentum in the Austin scene, leading to the self-release of their debut seven-inch single, “7,” which earned attention from underground metal outlets and a notable write-up in Metal Hammer. In 2014, the band released their debut full-length, Samsara, after signing with Riding Easy Records, followed by Pagan Science and Death and Consolation. After years of extensive touring across the U.S. and abroad—including collaborations with Norman Reedus and AMC for the series Ride, and sharing stages with artists ranging from Electric Wizard and High on Fire to Ty Segall and Chelsea Wolfe—The Well enters a new chapter in 2026 with Spaceflight Records. Their forthcoming album, ...And Flames Ran Like Living Animals, is slated for release in fall 2026. https://thewellaustin.bandcamp.com/music https://www.instagram.com/thewellband/?hl=en PINK FUZZ Pink Fuzz is a brother/sister led three-piece out of Denver made up of singer/guitarist John Demitro, singer/bassist LuLu Demitro joined by Will Trafas on the drums. Pink Fuzz came to fruition at the end of 2017. Quickly picking up steam and wanting to expand out of Denver, Pink Fuzz started touring extensively. Creating a DIY circuit throughout the country, they’ve built a grassroots fanbase that has anxiously been awaiting new releases. Finally, 4 years after their newest release “Resolution”, the band is putting us on track for a new album, produced by Kevin Mckeown (Black P less

Jazz ​​Mafia vocalist and genre-bending artist Kate Lamont brings soulful originals, inventive covers, and a powerhouse band ... Born in the UK, singer Kate Lamont has recorded 7 … more Jazz ​​Mafia vocalist and genre-bending artist Kate Lamont brings soulful originals, inventive covers, and a powerhouse band ... Born in the UK, singer Kate Lamont has recorded 7 collaborative works as well as 2 solo albums and spent a decade working in and building the Indianapolis arts and music community. Arriving in the Bay Area in 2012, Kate released a self-titled contemporary R&B record in 2013 with drummer/producer Devon Ashley, and has since released several singles with Bay Area producers including On Again, Everything, and 2 Forever One 4 Me, featuring Kev Choice on keys. In 2020, Lamont released Konkrete Violet with artist/producers Mani Draper and NOBL. Kate also runs with the Oakland collective, Grand Nationxl, releasing 2020’s Twice on Sunday: Season One & Season One Deluxe. Kate Lamont crafts original music with emotional depth that grooves. A frequent vocalist with the Jazz Mafia family, Kate’s reputation as a genre-fluid vocalist keeps audiences guessing as to what she’ll do next. Her collaborative nature has produced a wide variety of arrangements (and a TED talk you can find on her website, katelamont.com ) giving each song a unique jumping off point. A creative interpreter, Kate uses spacious arrangements to cover some of her favorite artists like Joni Mitchell and Nancy Wilson, and Michael Jackson. Mia Pixley, is a multidisciplinary artist who integrates cello, voice, and performance to explore aspects of our inner worlds. Her music—often described as whimsical, irreverent, melodic and unconventional — is a grounding, soulful, and ethereal blend of classical, experimental, blues, folk, and jazz genres. Mia has opened for artists such as Fantastic Negrito, Valerie June, Hauschka, and Holly Near. She performs and records regularly with GRAMMY-nominated multi-instrumentalist Barbara Higbie and Fantastic Negrito. Mia loves collaboration and interdisciplinary endeavors of all kinds Tickets at Kate Lamont & Mia Pixley Quartet less

The Shadow Realm Tour

For 20 years, we have been satisfying clients in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond in a variety of ways. Contact us to find out how we can help you to wow your guests, clients … more For 20 years, we have been satisfying clients in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond in a variety of ways. Contact us to find out how we can help you to wow your guests, clients and colleagues! Official venue for 1st Saturday's Birthday Party! Jazz Sunday, Comedy and more. If you're here for a good time, you are more than welcome! less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

STEINWAY ARTIST AND FIVE-TIME GRAMMY NOMINEE

A MUSICAL JOURNEY BACK IN TIME WHEN RHYTHM & BLUES WAS FIRST BORN

all ages; no ins/outs

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

A STAPLE OF CONTEMPORARY JAZZ

Sun., 10/25/26 Trough, SEMUTA, FeeFawFum 8pm, $12 adv., $15 door Trough Body horror jangle-skronk from Oakland, CA. https://troughband.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/troug… more Sun., 10/25/26 Trough, SEMUTA, FeeFawFum 8pm, $12 adv., $15 door Trough Body horror jangle-skronk from Oakland, CA. https://troughband.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/troughband SEMUTA (Portland) A couple of dudes in Portland named Ben, noodling their way through the end times. https://semutamusic.bandcamp.com/album/semuta https://www.instagram.com/semutapdx FeeFawFum Oakland, CA | post-punk / noise / homework https://feefawfum.bandcamp.com/album/100 https://www.instagram.com/feefawfumband/?hl=en less

Family-friendly interactive music performance

BROOKLYN BASED JAZZ CHANTEUSE

with special guest Wisp

TODDLER RAVE WORLD TOUR An Evening With

DANCE, SING ALONG AND ENJOY THE HITS

ONE OF THE MOST DISTINCTIVE VOICES IN CONTEMPORARY SOUL

SHOW TICKET NOT INCLUDED

Featuring Little Simz and Deltron 3030

We start with Jules Leyhe & The Family Jules. Jules is one of the world’s foremost blues slide-guitar players—so much so that even Premier Guitar magazine called his music “the be… more We start with Jules Leyhe & The Family Jules. Jules is one of the world’s foremost blues slide-guitar players—so much so that even Premier Guitar magazine called his music “the best blues slide licks since Derek Trucks, maybe even Duane Allman.” His band is also top-notch - featuring Max Cowan on paino, Isaac Schwartz on drums and renowned bassist Matt Roades. Then we add a special guest to create something new and exciting! The guest this month is Angela Petrilli, a professional guitarist from Los Angeles known for her extensive online presence, her work with Norman's Rare Guitars, and her band Angela Petrilli & The Players. She also hosts The Riff Rundown and has released music with her band, earning acclaim from CBS Morning, Rolling Stone and Guitar Player Magazine. The band has opened for The Immediate Family, Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters, Eric Krasno, Cardinal Black and Joe Bonamassa's Stream-a-thon. Tickets at Jules Leyhe & The Family Jules with Angela Petrilli less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

SAXOPHONIST, SINGER-SONGWRITER, COMPOSER/ ARRANGER

If you are a fan of Latin Jazz, this is a DON'T MISS EVENT! A night of Contemporary Latin Jazz with Original Compositions and intriguing Arrangements! For the past 20 years Saúl … more If you are a fan of Latin Jazz, this is a DON'T MISS EVENT! A night of Contemporary Latin Jazz with Original Compositions and intriguing Arrangements! For the past 20 years Saúl Sierra has been a member of some of the leading bands in the Bay Area, including The John Santos Quintet/Sextet, Bobi Cespedes’ band, Dr. Loco’s Rocking Jalapeño Band, El Tren Trío, Anthony Blea y su Charanga, The Snake Trío, Jesús Díaz y su QBA, The Bay Area Afro-Cuban All Stars, The Venezuelan Music Project, Corazón Sur, Sababa band, Cascada de Flores, SJZ Collective, LaTiDo. Saul is joined by a team of exquisite musicians. Marco Diaz is an accomplished recording musician who has shared the stage with Grammy Award winning artist, Israel “Cachao” Lopez, Nelson Gonzales, Jimmy Bosch, Pete “El Conde” Rodriguez, Ska Cubano (Europe), Tito Rojas, Nino Segarra, Anthony Cruz, Anthony Blea, Jovino Santos Neto, Joe Santiago, and is an integral member of the John Santos sextet, and the musical director for Bobi Cespedes. Charlie Gurke is a saxophonist, composer, and educator active in the jazz and latin music scenes in the San Francisco Bay Area. You can hear him perform at venues and festivals around the bay with his own ensemble, Gurkestra, with cuban son quintet Latido, and with the salsa band Candela. Julio Pérez and Ahkeel Mestayer on percussion are two of the most sought after musicians in the Latin Jazz world. They bring an infectious Afro-Cuban backbeat. Tickets at Saúl Sierra Quintet less

Simon Posford is a pioneering force in psychedelic electronic music, shaping generations of artists through his groundbreaking work as Hallucinogen and SHPONGLE. His early releases… more Simon Posford is a pioneering force in psychedelic electronic music, shaping generations of artists through his groundbreaking work as Hallucinogen and SHPONGLE. His early releases Twisted and The Lone Deranger helped define the global psytrance movement, while SHPONGLE reimagined electronic music into a genre-defying fusion of ambient, world, and psychedelic sound. less

Oakland Ballet Company presents Luna Mexicana, a dance and music celebration of Dia de los Muertos featuring Nahui Ehekatl & Co. Aztec Dance Company.

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

MASTER OF THE TRUMPET AND FLUGELHORN

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Come in costume, come as you are. But be prepared to be AMAZED! Join us for a magical show full of laughs, gasps, and WTF was that's?! This will be an unforgettable eveining of m… more Come in costume, come as you are. But be prepared to be AMAZED! Join us for a magical show full of laughs, gasps, and WTF was that's?! This will be an unforgettable eveining of magic, mentalism, and mysteriousl feats. Award winning comedian and magician Sean Francisco teams up with mind reading sensation Jake Berg to bring you a show like no other! With experience performing everywhere from the biggest stages to the swankiest private events, this is sure to be a show you don't want to miss! Sean Francisco makes magic funny and comedy magical. Mixing laugh out loud comedy with jaw-dropping illusions, Sean’s style is fast, fresh, and a little dangerous. This isn’t your uncle’s card trick, it’s a night out guaranteed to be bold, hilarious, and unforgettable. Jake Berg blurs the line between reality and illusion. He has performed nationwide for celebrities and Fortune 500 companies, delivering an interactive, mind-bending show that astonishes from start to finish. You’ll leave questioning where the trick ends and reality begins. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll find coins behind your ears! Tickets at Halloween Magic & Mystery less

Simon Posford is a pioneering force in psychedelic electronic music, shaping generations of artists through his groundbreaking work as Hallucinogen and SHPONGLE. His early releases… more Simon Posford is a pioneering force in psychedelic electronic music, shaping generations of artists through his groundbreaking work as Hallucinogen and SHPONGLE. His early releases Twisted and The Lone Deranger helped define the global psytrance movement, while SHPONGLE reimagined electronic music into a genre-defying fusion of ambient, world, and psychedelic sound. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

JUJU’S BURLESQUE HALLOWEEN NIGHT

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Ages 2 and over require a ticket; children under 2 years are allowed and must sit on parent or guardian lap.

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MUSIC THAT MOVES THE SPIRIT, THE BODY, AND THE ROOM

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Wed November 4, 2026 Rising R&B star CHERRONDA G I'M EVERY WOMAN SHOW Doors: 7:30PM Show: 8:00PM A talented singer/songwriter/entertainer with great stage presence. She has been a … more Wed November 4, 2026 Rising R&B star CHERRONDA G I'M EVERY WOMAN SHOW Doors: 7:30PM Show: 8:00PM A talented singer/songwriter/entertainer with great stage presence. She has been a lead and background singer of several acts, including national recording artists “Lakeside” and currently performs as “Cherronda G and The All N2 Muzik Band”! She has worked with and been an opener for many world-renowned artists such as Jamie Foxx, Chante Moore, Lenny Williams, Aaliyah, James Brown, Grady Wilkins, The Whispers, Tony Tone’ Toni, Michel’le ”, Mary Mary, Marsha Ambrosius, The Mary Jane Girls, Musiq Soulchild, Lloyd, 112, Regina Belle, Surface, Ruff Endz, Melonie Fiona, Lyfe Jennings, Raheem DeVaughn, Dave Holister as well as the phenomenal legendary R&B singer “Howard Hewett” to name a few! “Cherronda G” has been nominated and won various awards, such as best R&B singer, the people’s choice, best song & best female live entertainer in the nation! She also has a catalog of music that includes several well-produced originals, including a remake of the timeless holiday hit “Happy Holidays To You,” originally recorded and made famous by “The Whispers,” written by “Mark Adam Wood”, lead singer of the popular funk band “Lakeside.” He was very pleased with her performance. Mark commented that the production was just what the song needed and was the best remake of the song to date. The same goes for her current single “Wishing On A Star,” a popular classic made famous by “Rose Royce”. It is a powerful rendition, and experts in the industry say it is the best reproduction to date, including Mary J Blige and Beyoncé’s versions. Prepare to be taken on a journey in time, highlighting hits by female legends that motivated generations, herself included. The journey will end with the Cherronda G Experience, featuring a few of her originals. Cherronda G is a rising star who promises to deliver a great show you won’t want to miss! Buy Tickets $34 - $54 SHARE THIS: Share to Facebook Share on less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

TRAILBLAZER OF THIS GENERATION'S NEWFOUND SOUL/ R&B ERA

Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Fri Oct 2, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Fri Nov 6, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Hip-Hop | T… more Crybaby Presents LIFE OF THE PARTY - Oakland's Top First Friday Party! Fri Oct 2, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Fri Nov 6, 2026 10:00 PM 21+ Buy Tickets Additional Info Hip-Hop | Turnt Up Rap | Club Bangers | Hyphy | and more First Fridays and LIFE OF THE PARTY go hand and hand, lit vibes, good drinks and vibes! The life of the party is where you want to be at, on Oakland First Fridays! Turnt sets, curated slaps by local DJs, and a hype dance floor! On the Decks: TBA Free entry for first 25 with RSVP . Ticket prices increase at doors. Don't sleep! Happy hour drink specials for the first hour :) 21+ | Doors @ 10pm + Google Calendar Related Events Buy Tickets Fri Sep 11 Lil Kayla - Live in Oakland! Buy Tickets Sat Sep 19 ¡DESMADRE! w/ OtebNSolrac + Mar E. Fresh B2B Wockie & PATIO TAKOVER by Bussdown Collective Buy Tickets Sun Sep 20 The Market Arts Festival - 5 Year Anniversary! w/ DJ Sandio + DJ Rell + JC-Caution + J-Blenz less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

GRAMMY AWARD NOMINEE, WINNER OF SEASON TWO OF AMERICAN IDOL

A TRIBUTE TO GROVER WASHINGTON JR.

ONE OF TODAY’S PREMIER JAZZ DRUMMERS

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

CONTEMPORARY SAXOPHONIST, AUTHOR, AND MUSIC PRODUCER

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less

RAPPER, SOCIAL ACTIVIST, AND HIP-HOP PIONEER FROM THE BRONX, KNOWN AS "THE TEACHA"

Jo Koy is one of today’s premier stand-up comedians, rising from performing in a Las Vegas coffee house to selling out arenas worldwide. His relatable comedy, drawn from his colorf… more Jo Koy is one of today’s premier stand-up comedians, rising from performing in a Las Vegas coffee house to selling out arenas worldwide. His relatable comedy, drawn from his colorful family and Filipino heritage, has connected with audiences across cultures, making him one of the top 10 grossing stand-up comedians each year according to Pollstar and Billboard. He continues selling out and breaking records at prestigious venues around the world. In 2023, Koy inked a two-special deal with Netflix, with the first special released in 2024. Jo Koy: Live From Brooklyn , filmed at the historic King’s Theatre, premiered globally on June 4 and was the #6 most viewed special that year, with over 240 million minutes watched. He recently filmed his upcoming Netflix special in Stockton, CA, set to release later this year. His other Netflix specials include Live From The Los Angeles Forum , Comin’ In Hot , and Live From Seattle . He also released the variety special Jo Koy: In His Elements , spotlighting Filipino-American culture in Manila. Overall, Koy has had seven highly rated specials across Comedy Central and Netflix. Koy starred in the 2022 Universal Pictures comedy Easter Sunday , inspired by his life and Filipino roots, produced by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Partners. He has also appeared in Disney’s Haunted Mansion , voiced characters in Netflix’s Monkey King and Leo , and most recently in Paramount+’s The Tiger’s Apprentice . On television, he has appeared in Mr. Iglesias and Comedy Central’s Awkwafina Is Nora from Queens . On March 21, 2026, Koy and Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias will become the first comedians to sell out SoFi Stadium. His legacy was cemented at TCL Chinese Theatre in 2026, joining comedy’s elite. Website: http://jokoy.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/Jokoy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jokoy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jokoy Read More less

Distance in Static Live North American Tour

Oakland's own J-Red brings his blend of faith, community, and clean comedy to the Paramount Theatre alongside surprise comedy guests.

Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways fil… more Program 17: Family Portraits/Relational Exercises includes a spectrum of diaristic films—from uncanny documentary to autobiographical re-enactments—that manifest different ways filmmakers choose to represent their relationships to family and, more broadly, to home (both literal and conceptual) through cinematic language. less