Events

SBIFF 2023: Bess Wohl’s directorial debut “Baby Ruby” is a biter

February 23, 2023 by

The film delivers a painfully real portrayal of motherhood with care, never placing blame on any character.
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SBIFF 2023: Cate Blanchett Outstanding Performer of the Year Award

February 23, 2023 by

The two-hour event was a seamless intertwining of Blanchett’s professionality, poise and charm that made audiences feel comfortable sharing a space with the high-status actress.
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SBIFF 2023: Women’s Panel hosts 6 Academy Award-nominated panelists

February 23, 2023 by

The panelists included director Anne Alvergue, costume designer Ruth Carter, producer Hannah Minghella, director Domee Shi, sound editor Gwendolyn Yates Whittle and costume designer Mary Zophres.
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SBIFF 2023: Jamie Lee Curtis honored with the Maltin Modern Master Award

February 23, 2023 by

Curtis is also known for her versatility, with acclaimed roles in a wide variety of genres ranging from horror to comedy. 
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SBIFF 2023: Oscar nominee Angela Bassett presented with Montecito Award

February 23, 2023 by

The award — which recognizes an individual who gave the performance of their career in film this past year — was presented to Angela Bassett for her performance in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forev...
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The Carsey-Wolf Center showcases the cinema of multispecies encounters

February 6, 2023 by

The Carsey-Wolf Center hosted “The Cinema of Multispecies Encounters” on Jan. 26, an event held at the Pollock Theater that screened three films that were shocking to say the least. 
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Allison Russell wears her heart on her sleeve in debut album performance

December 6, 2022 by

On Nov. 16, UC Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures welcomed Canadian singer-songwriter Allison Russell to perform her debut album, “Outside Child,” at Campbell Hall.
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Multiple Generations of Laughology Comedy at Embarcadero Hall

November 17, 2022 by

Whether you want to see seasoned comedians hone their craft or newcomers try their hand at the nerve wracking task of telling jokes to a large audience, Laughology has a lot to offer students.
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Delirium 2022: Isaiah Rashad and Binki electrify the Thunderdome

November 3, 2022 by and

Open only to UC Santa Barbara students, the concert was headlined by Top Dawg Entertainment rapper Isaish Rashad and indie-disco artist Binki. 
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Three hours with Isla Vista’s native son: Jack Johnson at the Santa Barbara Bowl

October 13, 2022 by

The warm, laid-back atmosphere of UC Santa Barbara was captured last week by university alumnus and singer-songwriter Jack Johnson at his second night performance at the Santa Barbara Bowl.
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Rex Orange County Invokes the Message of his New Album “WHO CARES?” at the Santa Barbara Bowl

June 6, 2022 by

The bedroom pop and funk artist treated the Santa Barbara community for the first time to a night full of energy and excitement with different songs that highlight the best of his discography. 
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Actors Offstage: Shrunken Heads’ High School Musical on Stage!

May 28, 2022 by

From May 27 to May 28, Shrunken Heads Production Co. put on their rendition of the nostalgic and iconic Disney Channel original film “High School Musical” at the Thunderdome.
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Pop Sensation Olivia Rodrigo Performs at the Santa Barbara Bowl

May 26, 2022 by

Rodrigo seemed to have captured the hearts and full attention of the fans in attendance of the hour-long show, leaving everyone wanting more.
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A$AP Ferg, Dayglow and Valentino Khan Headline Extravaganza 2022

May 19, 2022 by

On May 15, UCSB students made their way to Harder Stadium to watch rapper A$AP Ferg, indie-pop band Dayglow and disc jockey Valentino Khan perform, free of charge. 
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David Sedaris Brings Trademark Wit to Santa Barbara’s Granada Theatre

May 16, 2022 by

As a champion of dry humor and satirical writing, Sedaris showed that he holds up and can pen a laugh-out-of-your-chair story even 30 years into his career.
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