Events

RuPaul shares hidden meanings and more at Arlington Theatre

April 24, 2024 by

On April 18, the famed drag queen and pop culture icon made his way to the Arlington Theatre to talk about his book and offer wisdom to the audience.
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The Santa Barbara Symphony presents classic Hollywood in classical fashion

April 18, 2024 by

On March 16, the Santa Barbara Symphony celebrated movie magic as it performed alongside movie clips in an expression of classic Hollywood cinema scoring and Santa Barbara’s connection to filmmaking...
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An overview of the Santa Barbara art scene through 1st Thursday Art Walks

April 11, 2024 by

On chilly Thursday evenings during the winter, Santa Barbara’s art world opened up and welcomed visitors to explore its galleries, studios and performance venues amidst light snacking and wine.
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Negar Farajiani weaves “Red Web[s]” in the Red Barn

April 10, 2024 by

On March 11, Iranian-born artist Negar Farajiani opened her solo exhibit at the Red Barn Project Space: “Red Web,” located in UC Santa Barbara’s Old Gym.
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“Shoot for the Moon:” Sierra Ferrell performs at Campbell Hall

April 9, 2024 by

Known for her blend of country, folk, tango and gypsy music, to name a few, Ferrell has become a breakthrough star for her unique combination of genres and her angelic voice.
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A.S. Commission on Culture, Arts, and Joy Justice hosts “Sing a New Song” showings

April 9, 2024 by

Associated Students Commission on Culture, Arts, and Joy Justice held weekly “Sing a New Song” showings under Storke Tower every Friday for the entirety of winter quarter.
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Nowhere: Gregg Araki’s auteur sex infused dramedy

April 9, 2024 by

On March 2, the Pollock Theater screened “Nowhere” in collaboration with KCSB as part of the theater’s “CWC Presents: Revisiting the Classics” series.
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Say She She’s discodelic SOhO Show

March 25, 2024 by

Brooklyn-born group Say She She wowed Santa Barbara on Friday Feb. 9, selling out SOhO Restaurant and Music Club.
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I.V. bands take on SOhO Restaurant and Music Club

March 25, 2024 by

On Feb. 8, SOhO Restaurant and Music Club hosted three Isla Vista-based bands: Eternal Wave, Ray and Paul and Field Daze.
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“The Tragedy of Macbeth”: Joel Coen and Frances McDormand discuss their latest project

March 11, 2024 by

Joel Coen's adaptation was screened at UCSB's Pollock Theater on Feb. 29.
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SBIFF 2024: Artsweek recap

March 4, 2024 by

A look back on Artsweek's coverage of the 2024 Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
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The Blue Note Quintet: Celebrating the past by looking to the future

March 3, 2024 by

The Blue Note Quintet features the record label's newest rising stars in the jazz world. 
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AMPLIFY showcases sickening talent at Drag Festival

March 3, 2024 by

Amplify is a performing arts initiative whose mission is to amplify the voices of underrepresented and marginalized communities.
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ASPB presents Battle of the Bands

February 29, 2024 by

UC Santa Barbara’s Associated Students Program Board hosted the annual Battle of the Bands in The Hub. This year’s bands were Dislocated, The Radar and Soul Tide.
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SBIFF 2024: Paul Giamatti receives Cinema Vanguard Award

February 25, 2024 by

Giamatti is a force in the film world — known for his success as both a character actor and leading man.
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