Arts & Events

New: The Zero Theorem: It Just Doesn't Add Up Opens September 19 at the Elmwood in Berkeley

Gar Smith
Sunday September 21, 2014 - 10:02:00 AM

The Zero Theorem, Terry Gilliam's latest film fantasy, nibbles off more than it can crunch. It is a grandiose presentation of a story that remains opaque and inscrutable. At the same time, it's a full-bore visual treat, filled with color, energy, invention and ambition. Still, the result is something like a applying a cruise liner paint job to a wooden raft. -more-


This Ain't No Mouse Music. Opens Friday, Sept. 19 in Berkeley

Gar Smith
Friday September 19, 2014 - 09:56:00 AM

This Ain't No Mouse Music is the story of local cultural icon Chris Strachwitz—founder of El Cerrito-based Down Home Records—and his 54 years as a student, fan, collector, curator and producer of "the people's music." This ain't no lie: This Ain't No Mouse Music is one of the best musical documentaries since Twenty Feet from Stardom. A ticket to this film is a ticket to a non-stop carousel of eclectic musical encounters—from blues to zydeco to conjunto to bluegrass and beyond.

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Come sing with us! Lift up your voice!
“FSM 50” All-Campus Concert and Sing-In: Songs of Freedom!

Friday September 19, 2014 - 09:59:00 AM

Tuesday 9/23, 5 pm, Upper Sproul Plaza FREE Concert of the UC Chamber, Gospel, and University Choruses led by Marika Kuzma and Mark Wilson joined by members of Danza, and the African Music Ensemble joined by ALL who assemble! -more-


Berkeley Election Forum and Endorsements on Sunday

Linda Franklin
Friday September 19, 2014 - 09:41:00 AM

Berkeley Citizens Action, Berkeley Tenants Union, and the Social Justice Committee of the Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, for the first time, combine forces to hold an Election Forum on Sunday, Sept 21 from 3:30 to 6:30. Local candidates and speakers on local measures and propositions will present from 3:30 to 6. When the forum is concluded, current BCA and BTU members may vote for their respective endorsements. The forum will be held at 1924 Cedar Street on the corner of Bonita at the Fellowship Hall. Child care will be provided and there will be refreshments. -more-


22nd Annual Celebration, Saturday, October 11, 10 am to 6 pm
Berkeley INDIGENOUS PEOPLES DAY POWWOW & Indian Market

John Curl
Friday September 19, 2014 - 09:49:00 AM

Intertribal dancing, Contest dancing, Round dancing. Native American foods, Arts & Crafts and American Indian culture. Celebrate with us in honor of all our ancestors, the people continuing the spirit today, and future generations. 10 am – 12:00 - Exhibition Dancing, featuring Native California and Aztec Dancers; 12:00 Noon - Grand Entry; 12:00 Noon – 6pm: Contest dancing. Intertribal dancing. All Day: Raffles, Native American Food, American Indian Arts & Crafts. Free Admission. Wheelchair accessible. Bring your own blankets or chairs. Berkeley Civic Center Park, Allston Way at M.L. King Way. Public transportation encouraged, 2 blocks from Berkeley BART station. No Alcohol or Drugs Allowed. Sponsored by the City of Berkeley. Information and message line (510) 595-5520 or www.ipdpowwow.org -more-