Saturday February 24 @ 7 pm. The Ray Charles Project at Occidental Center for the Arts. Join us for a musical journey through the legendary hits of the iconic Ray Charles, as this talented ensemble pays tribute to the “Genius.” Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds that defined an era, performed with passion and authenticity that will transport you back in time. From “Georgia on My Mind” to “What’d I Say,” The Ray Charles Project is not just a performance; it’s a celebration of the enduring legacy of one of the greatest musicians in history. Tickets are $35 GA, $28 for OCA members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; or at the door. Doors open at 6:30 pm. Beer, wine and refreshments for sale, art gallery open during intermission. OCA is accessible to mobility-challenged patrons. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental, CA. 94565. 707-874-9392. OCA is a community based arts organization staffed by volunteers.
Saturday, February 17th 4-5:30PM Occidental Center for the Arts Literary Series. Book Launch for Pink Paisley Scarf byMarylu Downing. Vivid imagery, humor in the ordinary, and the complexities of intimate relationships propel Marylu Downing’s writing. Her most recent book, Pink Paisley Scarf is a work of fiction. Marylu, long time resident of the Occidental community, and board member at the inception of Occidental Center for the Arts now lives in Avila Beach, California with her husband Roger House. Selected readings, and conversation with Patrick Fanning, author, publisher and President of the OCA Board. Audience Q&A. Free admission, all donations gratefully accepted. Book sales and signing. Refreshments/Wine/Beer available for sale. Persian Love Cake available by donation. OCA: 3850 Doris Murphy Way, Occidental, at corner of Bohemian Hwy & Graton Rd. OCA’s facilities are accessible to people with disabilities. More info: occidentalcenterforthearts.org or 707-874-9392.
Cheryl King hosts an original spin on Valentine’s Day – Blue Valentines. This celebration of love and its opposite will feature stories of love gone wrong (and right). Join us for comedy, burlesque, song and dance routines, and magic as we celebrate couplehood and singlehood. Featuring new comedy routines from the mind of Cheryl King, plus new sexy routines from Malia Abayon, Titus Androgynous, The Phoenix Dancers, singer/songwriter Karenna Slade, and The Forbidden Magician. Adult-oriented material, for those 18+. Parental guidance is suggested. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
Time & Location
Feb 10, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
The California, 528 7th St, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Saturday February 10 @ 7 pm. Stella Heath Sextet presents ‘Unsung Standards’ at Occidental Center for the Arts.Immerse yourself in an enchanting journey through the golden age of jazz and soul as the Stella Heath Sextet brings to life the unsung gems of the American Songbook. Renowned for her captivating voice and charismatic stage presence, Stella Heath effortlessly weaves together a tapestry of classic tunes that have been unjustly overlooked, featuring songs by Billie Holiday and Nat “King” Cole, among others.The stellar musicians accompanying Stella Heath are masters of their craft, creating a musical synergy that is nothing short of magical. Tickets $30/$25 OCA Members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; or at the door if available. OCA offers an intimate and acoustically rich environment. Enjoy our art gallery during intermission along with fine refreshments and community socializing. Accessible to mobility-challenged patrons. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental, CA. 95465. 707-874-9392. OCA is a community based arts organization staffed by volunteers.
For our upcoming hangout on February 5th, Theo @subtextuallyactive will be hosting a free printmaking workshop! We’ll be exploring basic printmaking skills together to create fun and impactful art! You’ll be guided on how to get started on carving a design, inking, and then printing your piece by hand in a variety of methods. All experience levels are encouraged to share in the creative process.
All materials are provided, and welcome to bring your own if you’d like. We can’t wait to make art with you all soon!
Due to the COVID surge and in the spirit of taking care of one another, we also ask that you consider masking when in our community center and when not eating and/or drinking. If you need a mask or COVID tests, we have extras!
If you have any questions, you may reach out to Marian at marian@posimages.org.
PI’s QTBIPOC Hangout program is a monthly joy-centered social space for QTBIPOC adults in Sonoma County to connect with one another. Hangouts are every first Monday of the month from 6-8pm at the PI Community Center, unless shared otherwise. The space welcomes all those who identify as QTBIPOC.
**** En nuestro próximo encuentro del 5 de febrero, Theo @subtextuallyactive enseñará un taller de Sello y escultura totalmente gratuito. Exploremos juntes las habilidades básicas de sello para crear arte divertido e impactante. Se le guiará sobre cómo empezar a esculpir un diseño, entintado, y luego imprimir su pieza a mano en una variedad de métodos. Se anima a todes los niveles de experiencia a compartir el proceso creativo.
Todos los materiales son proporcionados, y bienvenidos a traer su propio si lo desea. ¡No podemos esperar para hacer arte con todos ustedes pronto!
Debido al incremento de COVID y en el espíritu de cuidar el uno del otre, le pedimos que considere usar una máscara u/o tapabocas cuando esté en nuestro centro comunitario y cuándo no estén comiendo y / o bebiendo. Si necesita una máscara u/o tapabocas o pruebas de COVID, ¡tenemos extras!
Si tiene alguna pregunta, puede ponerse en contacto con Laura LeCave, Gerente de Programa Bilingües a: Laura@posimages.org
PI’s QTBIPOC Hangout program es un espacio social mensual centrado en la alegría para los adultos QTBIPOC en el Condado de Sonoma para conectarse entre sí. Hangouts son todos los primeros lunes de cada mes de 6-8pm en el Centro Comunitario de PI, a menos que se comparta lo contrario. El espacio da la bienvenida a todes aquellos que se identifican como QTBIPOC.
Join us for a fun, FREE Marimba Workshop at Mitote Food Park. Where food and music brings community together. We are so excited to be partnering with Mitote to bring you this unique experience! Come and be part of our Marimba Workshop, and let’s play with our hearts!
Únase a nosotros para un taller divertido de marimba totalmente GRATUITO en Mitote Food Park. Donde la comida y la música unen a la comunidad. Estamos muy emocionados de colaborar con Mitote para brindarle una experiencia única. Ven y sé parte del Taller de Marimba. ¡Tocar con el corazón!
Saturday February 3 @ 7 pm. Christian Foley-Beining/Paul McCandless Collaboration at Occidental Center for the Arts. Step into a world of unparalleled musical mastery as the Occidental Center for the Arts proudly presents an unforgettable evening of jazz fusion featuring the extraordinary talents of Christian Foley-Beining, Paul McCandless, Tom Shader, and Tom Hiyashi. Christian Foley-Beining has been performing at OCA for many years, bringing his talented group of bandmates for what is always an impressive show. He returns to our venue to celebrate the release of his new CD “Cascade Terrace”. Don’t miss out on a lovely evening of live jazz in West County! Tickets are $25/$20 for OCA Members at www.occidentalcenterforthearts.org; or at the door. Fine wine, beer and refreshments offered, art gallery open, accessible to mobility-challenged patrons. 3850 Doris Murphy Ct. Occidental. CA. 95465.707-874-9392.
In Spring 2024, we continue our Left Edge season with a captivating exploration of human connection and the quest for meaning. Everybody by Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins takes audiences on a humorous journey through life’s complexities, enhanced by an innovative on-stage lottery. The Last Quiz Night on Earth by Alison Carr offers a unique, immersive experience as the world faces an asteroid collision, blending humor and heart in a real-life pub quiz setting. Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons by Sam Steiner delves into the power and limitations of language in a witty portrayal of a couple navigating communication constraints. Together, these plays promise a season that balances laughter, introspection, and the beauty of human expression.
FEB 9 – 24Everybody by Brandon Jacobs-JenkinsDirected by Skylar Evans A fascinating and funny riff on the traditional morality play Everyman, Everybody charts one person’s quest to understand the meaning of life. Along the way, they encounter Friendship, Kinship, Stuff, Mind, Five Senses, Understanding and Love, before finally facing one last character, Death. Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins’ highly inventive script includes an on-stage lottery at the start of each performance to determine which actor plays which role. Symbolizing the randomness of death, this last-minute twist requires the actors to memorize every role and brings an exciting edge of unpredictability to every show. The critically acclaimed Everybody earned playwright Brandon Jacobs-Jenkins (Gloria, An Octoroon) his second nomination for the Pulitzer Prize for Drama (2018). “Provocative and involving… Wildly funny” – Huffington Post “Fills the heart in a new and unexpected way” —The New Yorker
MAR 29 – APR 13The Last Quiz Night on Earth by Alison CarrDirected by Argo Thompson and Jenny HollingworthAn asteroid is heading straight for the earth, tonight. There’s nothing anyone can do– but who wants to stay home for their last night ever? And what better way to take your mind off impending doom than Quiz Night at the Four Horsemen pub with your friendly hosts Kathy and Rav? The Last Quiz Night on Earth takes place in The California Theatre bar, where audiences can buy drinks, form teams, and compete in a real-life pub quiz. Meanwhile, Kathy and Rav play the music, ask the questions, handle a few unexpected personal dramas, and settle some old scores, all just in time before the world ends. “The Last Quiz Night on Earth is a fantastic night down the pub and at the theatre” – North West End “A fun, entertaining night out” – Opening Night
May 24 – June 8Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons by Sam SteinerDirector TBA What if the number of words you could speak was limited to 140 a day? That’s the premise of Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, in which a young couple must choose their words carefully to navigate both their relationship and the outside world. A hilarious, thought-provoking look at how we use – and waste – language to express love, protest, fear, sorrow, and the everyday ups and downs of life. “A beautiful play about the beauty and preciousness of language”– Time Out “Timely and tart” – The Stage
•A pair of tickets to the next 3 LET PLAYS• Free Ticket Exchanges. • VIP Reserved Seating / Tables • 20% off all THE CALIFORNIA events• Member E-news, with priority notice and special offers
• One ticket to the next 3 LET Plays • Free Ticket Exchanges. • VIP Reserved Seating / Tables • 20% off all THE CALIFORNIA events• Member E-news, with priority notice and special offers
Our New Ticket Pricing
THRIFTY THURSDAYS – all tickets $20FRIDAY NIGHTS – $20 – $29*SATURDAY MATINEE – $20 – $29*Sat matinees are industry day. All theatre makers get $20 tickets.
Anthony Christian Ocampo, Ph.D. is Professor of Sociology at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. He is the author of The Latinos of Asia: How Filipino AmericansBreak the Rules of Race and his new book Brown and Gay in LA: The Lives of Immigrant Sons. Thank you for joining us this evening Anthony and congratulations on the publication of this incredible book.
Gary Carnivele chats with Anthony about his books and his work.
