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The Mystery Continues at SBMA

Published on May 20, 2013 in Cultural Calendar, Datebook, Fine Art, Galleries, nonprofits and Web Exclusives.
Courtesy of SBMA

Courtesy of SBMA

© Smagal | Dreamstime Stock Photos & Stock Free Images

© Smagal | Dreamstime Stock Photos & Stock Free Images

Mystery in Masterpieces is back by popular demand! The Women’s Board of Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA) is bringing back the unique and popular fundraising event, Mystery in Masterpieces, on Saturday, June 1 from 6–9 p.m. at SBMA.

The elegant evening includes out-witting the devious clue master and competitive sleuthing in high style surrounded by great works of art—not to mention fine wine, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres that will stimulate your inner detective, helping you follow the clues hidden in the masterpieces and ultimately unravel the mystery. If your detective devices triumph, you’ll win some exceptional prizes!

All proceeds will go to the SBMA Women’s Board, which since 1951 has contributed to the museum’s programs, produced a broad array of cultural activates and purchased works of art for the permanent collection.

The event is black-tie optional, but wit is mandatory! To purchase tickets or for additional information regarding the Santa Barbara Museum of Art Women’s Board, visit its website.

-Alexis O. Kafkis

 

 

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Music Academy Releases Impressive Event Schedule

Published on May 20, 2013 in Cultural Calendar, Datebook, Music, Music and Web Exclusives.
Music Academy of the West's Midori

Music Academy of the West’s Midori

Music Academy of the West has announced its 2013 season event schedule, so grab your calendar with pen in hand!

The event lineup is teeming with prestigious guest musicians and timeless classical performances.

Just a few of the guest musicians include pianist Jeremy Denk, string quartet Brooklyn Rider, conductor Leonard Slatkin and violinist Midori. Additionally, many of the renowned guest musicians will be supported by students of the Academy itself, in a beautiful synthesis of master and accomplished student.

The Academy’s season schedule has something for everyone. Penchant for violin? Attend a masterclass taught by Peter Salaff; Prefer orchestra concerts? Larry Rachleff, music director of the Rhode Island Philharmonic, will conduct multiple suites in June. Is opera more your style? The Academy will present a fully staged production of Mozart’s The Magic Flute in August.

Even if you’re not yet a lover of classical music, check out the Academy’s 2013 season schedule, taking place from June 17–August 10. With the huge number of events planned for this season, you’ll likely find something you’ll enjoy.

-Miles Patton

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Grab Green Drinks With LoaTree and Adam Hall

Published on May 20, 2013 in Cultural Calendar, Datebook and Web Exclusives.
courtesy of LoaTree

Courtesy of LoaTree

The next time you ask a friend to drinks, make it a green one with LoaTree! The Santa Barbara-based company has invited Adam C. Hall to share more about his inspiring conversion from Earth Conqueror to Earth Keeper this Tuesday, May 21 from 6 p.m.–8 p.m. at Green Drinks at Workzones.

Once a powerful financial broker and real-estate developer, Adam was reawakened with a green epiphany one day. After acquiring, developing and redeveloping a broad range of real estate—including land developments—his interests took a turn in 2007 when he decided to instead preserve land with the EarthKeeper Alliance. As part of this alliance, Hall acquires large territories slated for development and then ensures that they remain untouched.

With his 27 years of real estate and structured finance expertise, his insights might just lead to your next ecological epiphany. Whether you make this (free!) event or not, look out for his book The Earthkeeper—Undeveloping the Future being released June 3 and available for pre-order through Amazon.  For more information, click here or call 805/886-0355.

—Colette Taylor

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Sullivan Goss Reveals Exciting New Exhibition

Published on May 20, 2013 in Cultural Calendar, Datebook, Fine Art, Galleries and Web Exclusives.
Experience the masterful and thought-provoking artwork of Angela Perko! Sullivan Goss—An American Gallery will showcase the Santa Barbara-based painter in her fifth solo exhibition from June 6–September 1.
Painting by Angela Perko Courtesy of Sullivan Goss

Woman with a Red Earring, Reading
Painting by Angela Perko
Courtesy of Sullivan Goss

Angela Perko is a stylized, Modernist painter whose work touches upon the early inspirations of Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Cubism. Before beginning her exhibition career 11 years ago, Perko studied with landscape painter Michael Drury. Inspired by the city of Santa Barbara, she has recast the Courthouse, Mission, Arlington, Granada and more within her architectural landscapes. Her artwork embodies art history, poetry and prose, and her new figurative works focus on the role of women in both life and art. The most exciting feature of Perko’s highly anticipated exhibition presents the female form in a large scale, abstract illustration that is completely original to both her and the viewer. Her newest body of work includes five large scale paintings of women—representations of the female form that have never been seen at this scale before. In addition to her re-creation of the female anatomy, Perko will also feature her catalog ANGELA PERKO, which contains her newest works as well as an overview of her work throughout the past decade. Copies of the catalog will be available for sale at the opening reception on 1st Thursdays.

Come see the wondrous exhibition while it lasts!
-Ashley Somerfeld
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The Voice Inside

Published on May 19, 2013 in Datebook, Music and Web Exclusives.

May 19, 3 p.m. The Voice Inside

Santa Barbara Dance Institute presents The Voice Inside, a funny and inspiring show that features over 300 young performers from elementary schools across the county.

 

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Dance with Dad at the Live Oak Music Festival

Published on May 19, 2013 in Datebook, Music, nonprofits and Web Exclusives.
Courtesy of Live Oak Music Festival

Courtesy of Live Oak Music Festival

Now that Mother’s Day has passed, it’s time to focus on Dad! And what is better than listening to great music with Dad under the oak trees of the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley? Kick off this summer and celebrate Father’s Day at the Live Oak Music Festival from June 14–16.

The Live Oak Music Festival is a three-day concert and camping gathering held every year on Father’s Day weekend. This year’s 25th annual festival will showcase some of the finest musicians in genres ranging from folk, blues and bluegrass to Latin, jazz and Americana. This year’s headliners include Grammy Award-winning Jerry Douglas; Texas singer Robert Earl Keen and New Orleans’s The Stooges Brass Band. With kid’s programs, arts and craft booths, and beer gardens, Live Oak is a great way for the entire family to celebrate Dad and dance to good music!

Courtesy of Live Oak Music Festival

Courtesy of Live Oak Music Festival

Both three-day and single-day passes are available, and 100% of the festival proceeds go to KCBX Public Radio which serves local San Luis Obispo, Southern Monterey and Santa Barbara Counties.

For a complete lineup, ticket purchasing and more festival information, visit the Live Oak website or call 805/781-3030.
-Alexis O. Kafkis

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Foodbank’s Taste of the Nation

Published on May 18, 2013 in Datebook, nonprofits and Web Exclusives.

May 19 Foodbank’s Taste of the Nation

An impressive collection of top chefs and restaurants in Santa Barbara come together to help efforts to eliminate childhood hunger in our community. Guests will enjoy tastings from an array of wines and special dishes prepared by more than 25 of Santa Barbara’s top restaurants.

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La Primavera

Published on May 18, 2013 in Cultural Calendar, Datebook and Web Exclusives.

May 19, 5–10 p.m. La Primavera

Help kick off the 2013 Fiesta season as El Presidente Josiah Jenkins unveils the 2013 Fiesta poster and pin. Learn about the plans and events for this year’s Fiesta Celebration as you enjoy delectable food, Mariachi’s, a live band and dancing.

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Speaking of Stories: Celebration of Stories

Published on May 18, 2013 in Datebook and Web Exclusives.

May 19–20 Speaking of Stories: Celebration of Stories

Speaking of Stories presents a stew of spicy new stories by Nora Ephron, T.C. Boyle, Alice Walker and David Rakoff. Join the performers on the patio after the show for milk and cookies.

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ART | ARCHITECTURE ON FILM Series Presents Infinite Space: The Architecture of John Lautner

Published on May 18, 2013 in Datebook, Education and Web Exclusives.

May 19, 3 p.m. ART | ARCHITECTURE ON FILM Series Presents Infinite Space: The Architecture of John Lautner

UCSB Arts & Lectures concludes its second ART | ARCHITECTURE ON FILM series with a screening of Murray Grigor’s Infinite Space: The Architecture of John Lautner, a documentary that traces the lifelong quest of visionary genius John Lautner to create “architecture that has no beginning and no end.”

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