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From page to stage, festival weekend is almost here. Come for books, ideas, community, and a fun weekend out exploring worlds. From Page to Stage: The Bay Area Book Festival Is Almost Here! The Bay Area Book Festival is where ideas, movements, and curiosity meet the page and the stage. In less than two weeks, Downtown Berkeley transforms into a living library—a vibrant community alive with stories, creativity, and connection. Take a scroll with us through the Bookworm Block Party and explore a sneak peek at where our indoor and outdoor stages will bring the festival to life! Click the image to be brought to a walkthrough video of Downtown Berkeley! See the 2025 Schedule Note from the Executive Director Dear Beloved Community, As we stand on the threshold of this year’s Bay Area Book Festival (May 31–June 1), my heart is full—with anticipation, with hope, and with a fierce belief in what we can create together. In a world that so often asks us to armor up, to retreat into certainty or fear, I invite you to do something radical: show up, with your whole self, to this festival. Here, we gather not just to celebrate books, but to honor the messy, beautiful work of being human together. Our panels and conversations are meant to be more than intellectual exchanges—they are spaces for courage, for vulnerability, for listening deeply and speaking truth. We need each other, now more than ever. The stories we share and the connections we forge can be acts of resistance, healing, and joy. This is an invitation to bring your heartbreak and your hope, your questions and your dreams. Let’s create a festival that is alive with empathy, where every voice matters and every story has a place. Together, we can imagine—and build—a world rooted in justice, compassion, and radical love. In gratitude, J. K. Fowler Executive Director PREPARING FOR FESTIVAL WEEKEND When it comes to planning your festival weekend, there will be something for everyone! We’ll have community booths and exhibitors at the Berkeley Public Library 3rd floor on Saturday and throughout the streets at the Bookworm Block Party on Sunday. There will be 11 different stages spread across various indoor and outdoor historical Berkeley locations. Make sure you secure tickets for our evening headliners and RSVP for the writers’ workshops. We still have room for you to join us! Our website has all information you might need about festival weekend, including directions and lodging, 275+ speakers’ bios, and the complete festival schedule. This Weekend Guide and Stage Snapshot provide quick swipe-through guides to all of the different programs we have planned, and where! Purchase Headliner Tickets Sign Up for Writer's Workshops Full 2025 Schedule Want free tickets and first access to Bay Area Book Festival events? Become a Friend of the Festival or Season Pass holder for exclusive perks throughout the year. You'll also receive a collectible-worthy festival pass card featuring artwork from a creative over at Creative Growth. S P O N S O R S P O T L I G H T We are proud to deliver a world-class literary festival on a relatively modest budget—made possible thanks to the generous support of individual donors, government agencies, foundations, businesses, and community-based funders. Led by our presenting partner, the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, BABF thrives because of grassroots financial contributions, media backing, and invaluable in-kind support. Simply put, we could not do the festival without this essential support. Please join us in celebrating and thanking our major sponsors for 2025: City of Berkeley, San Francisco Chronicle, Black Arts Movement Business District Community Development Corporation of Oakland (BAMBD CDC), Visit Berkeley, Becker Boards, Center for the Art of Translation, Society for Art & Cultural Heritage of India (SACHI), Page Street, and University of San Francisco MFA in Writing Program. B A B F E V E N T Join us at the Downtown BART Plaza for the exciting official launch of the Bay Area Book Festival’s three affinity lit collectives: Women Lit, LGBTQ

? Check Best Availability and a PROMO inside AURORA THEATRE COMPANY | View this email in your browser Final Week of Performances is Here! This is the final week to catch Lynn Nottage's Crumbs from the Table of Joy! This incredible cast is not to be missed. Scroll down to watch our official trailer for a sneak peek of the show, and read some of the glowing reviews we've received. Also, we've got a special offer for final performances: Enjoy $35 tickets to any of the four Best Available performances! BEST AVAILABILITY: Wednesday, May 21 (tonight!) @ 7:00pm Friday, May 23 @ 7:00pm Saturday, May 24 @ 2:00pm & 8:00pm Use code FINAL35 at checkout when purchasing tickets to any of the four Best Available closing week performances. BOOK TICKETS "Aurora Theatre’s production of Lynn Nottage’s play about a Great Migration family seems tailor-made for 2025." - SF Chronicle "A must see!" -Talkin' Broadway "The entire cast tackles this fascinating production with great energy and conviction." - Stage and Cinema "Entertaining, engaging, and engrossing" - Culture Vulture 2025 Tony Awards Watch Party & Open House at Aurora Join us at Aurora on Sunday, June 8, from 5:00 - 8:00pm as we cheer on Eureka Day and all the other nominees of the 2025 Tony Awards! Doors will open at 4:00pm and concessions will be available for sale, so come by early to fill out your predictions for the winners, and stay to chat with your fellow theatre lovers, watch the awards, and maybe even take a quick backstage tour of the Aurora with some of the staff! Admission is free (though donations are appreciated) - if you know you’ll be joining us, please RSVP via the link below. RSVP HERE Watch the Official Crumbs Trailer! Anna Marie Sharpe* in Lynn Nottage's Crumbs from the Table of Joy. *Member, AEA. Footage by Alandra Hileman. Thank You for the Continued Support SUPPORT AURORA TODAY! READ MORE ABOUT OUR RECENT ANNOUNCEMENT Join us in July for Jane Wagner's The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe starring Marga Gomez AURORA THEATRE COMPANY INTIMATE . INCLUSIVE . INSPIRING . GET IN. www.auroratheatre.org 2081 Addison Street, Berkeley CA (1/2 block from Downtown Berkeley BART) Administration: 510.843.4042 Box Office: 510.843.4822 Josh Costello, Artistic Director Robin Dolan, Managing Director Copyright ? 2023 Aurora Theatre Company, All rights reserved. -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

? We need your voice on this Another blow to Performing Arts funding unless you add your voice now! Dear Central Works friends and supporters, I'll try to keep this brief. I'm sure you are all aware of the many cuts and cancellations of arts grants that have occurred over recent weeks by the Trump Administration. The last thing we imagined was a further body blow from Governor Gavin Newsom in his "May Revision" to the annual state budget. Early this year, a new state grant program was announced: The Performing Arts Equitable Payroll Fund Program, established by state legislation, with the specific aim of supporting small nonprofit performing arts organizations. The grant promised to refund awardees up to 90% of their payroll expenses from July 2024 through June 2025. The program was years in planning. Applications required enormous effort and documentary support, in addition to the stress of an extremely competitive pool of organizations for the relatively small fund of $11.5 million. Applications were submitted on March 10, and have been under review for the past 2 months. Then, last week, the Governor presented a proposed budget revision which completely withdraws the $11.5 million set aside for this program. In other words, he wants to kill it. The new budget proposal is scheduled for a vote in the state legislature in June. The performing arts community needs your help, so we're imploring you to make your voices heard, and soon! Here are some actions you can take*: PLEASE HELP SAVE THE PERFORMING ARTS EQUITABLE PAYROLL FUND PROGRAM! Call your legislator’s office. You can fund your legislator here: https://findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/ Call the Governor’s office at (916) 445-2841 Email the CA State budget committee at AsmBudget@... and c/c the consultant of the subcommittee, Genevieve McCloy at genevieve.mccloy@.... Click here to send a pre-populated message Call the budget committee’s office at (916) 319-2099. At Central Works, we provide a place where our community can celebrate its values and feel whole. We are so incredibly grateful for all of the support you provide to keep Central Works and new play development alive, and your help in this could make a world of difference to our continued survival, along with all of our colleagues and local theater companies. All the best, and thanks to each of you! Do you have questions or want more information? Reply to this message or call 510.558.1381. *Thanks to SFBATCO for this clearly enumerated list. Donations to our 2025 Artist Fund drive are more important than ever. Give today and your donation will be matched: DONATE NOW Central Works | PO Box 9771 | Berkeley, CA 94709-0771 US -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Join us for Rising Seas Starting Sat May 31stRSVP Join Rhythmix and the City of Alameda for Rising Seas, a series of free family-friendly public art performances that will transform Alameda’s waterfront parks into a stage for global music, immersive dance, and thought-provoking theater. Starting Saturday, May 31, 1-4pm at Seaplane Lagoon Promenade, Alameda: Enjoy the theatrics of the Climate Detective from the Future, directed by Jeff Raz, featuring Ed Holmes and Colin Epstein Experience Where do you draw the line?, an audience-immersive choreography by KT Nelson & dancers Learn an Earth Song with Kanyon CoyoteWoman Immerse yourself in the energy of Puerto Rican Bomba with Batey TambóAlongside these performances, artists and local climate organizations will offer fun hands-on activities for the community to participate in and learn about actions to help mitigate climate change. Recycled Paper Origami Fish with Sophia Lee Nature Portraits with Sure Lee Climate Action Wave with Rhythmix Cultural Works East Bay Regional Parks Mobile Education Unit City of Alameda's Department of Sustainability and Resilience, CASA, Seacology, and Mycelium Youth Network Free for all ages. Please RSVP. For full event details and artist bios, visit rhythmixrisingseas.org. Rising Seas featuring Batey Tambó and More! Sat., May 31 | 1-4pm | FREE @ Seaplane Lagoon Promenade, AlamedaMORE INFO & RSVPJoin us all summer long as we visit Alameda's shoreline parks and learn how we can all take meaningful steps to create a more sustainable future. Don't miss upcoming performances with: Gamelan Sekar Jaya, Hālau Ka Ua Tuahine and Manilatown Ancestral Ensemble. For a full schedule, click here. Photo by Maurice Ramirez Photography. -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Celebrate the Summer Solstice! California Revels salutes the longest day of the year on Saturday, June 21st from 1-4 pm at beautiful Live Oak Park in Berkeley. No tickets, no reservations needed for this free event for Revelers of all ages! Bring your dancing feet, your singing voices, and a picnic and blanket for this special Revels event. Saturday, June 21, 2025, 1-4 p.m. Live Oak Park Picnic Area #2 (next to Berkeley Art Center, 1275 Walnut St.)* We’ll dance lively, easy-to-learn English folk dances, led by Guest Artist Alex Cumming, Artistic Director of Revels North. Alex will also lead us in songs of the season from his native England, plus some Revels favorites. California Revels Artistic Director Jeri Reed will teach a bonfire dance, the Solstice Ensemble and Morris dance teams will perform, and there will be informal instrumental jamming and singing. Welcome Revels North Artistic Director, Alex Cumming Alex Cumming is a traditional singer, accordionist, pianist, and dance caller originally from Somerset, England, now based in Brattleboro, Vermont. With over a decade and a half of experience, Alex has performed extensively across the UK and the US, bringing traditional songs and tunes to life with his engaging stage presence and deep knowledge of folk traditions. Alex is also known for his work with award winning UK based a Capella band The Teacups, celtic trio Bellwether (ft. Eric McDonald & Louise Bichan) and contra dance bands Crossover and Red Case Band. alexcummingmusic.com, revelsnorth.org. The Revels Solstice Ensemble entertaining at Ardenwood California Revels is a nonprofit arts organization that produces the Midwinter Revels, an immersive theatrical pageant celebrating the power of traditional song, dance, storytelling and ritual. Revels also takes the opportunity to spread joy throughout the year, with multi-generational community events including singalongs and family dances. californiarevels.org Morris dancers dance up the sun on May Day * Directions to LIve Oak Park, Picnic Area #2. We’ll be in a grove next to the Berkeley Art Center, 1275 Walnut St., Berkeley. Park on Walnut St. closest to the site, or park on Oxford and enter the park via a staircase on the west side of the street (near 1260 Oxford). Bring a picnic and blanket to sit on, if you wish, plus water bottle, comfortable shoes, and any folk instruments you might wish to play! Creating Community Through Celebration -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

? May 10 – Sept. 13, live music in Berkeley parks May 6, 2025 View this message as a webpage SERVICES. RESOURCES. COMMUNITY. News from the City of Berkeley Live music concerts in Berkeley parks May 10 through September 13, experience a mix of rock, bluegrass, funk, kids’ music, and Latin rhythms at family-friendly concerts across Berkeley. Join us in Berkeley parks on seven Saturday afternoons this summer for live music concerts that cater to a variety of ages and tastes. Moms of all ages, those who want to celebrate them, or just jazz lovers, can head to the Berkeley Rose Garden on May 10 for a Mother’s Day celebration of live music, cold drinks, dessert, and flower giveaways. Toddlers can sing and dance along with an interactive performance with puppets. Kids up to age 12 might enjoy funk-rock from a costumed band with kid-friendly lyrics and themes. We also have concerts for those who revel in rock music, fans of funk, and supporters of soul. You can dance to Latin rhythms or, in our last concert on September 13, unwind with acoustic bluegrass by the Bay. We've spread the concerts across many Berkeley parks, from Shorebird Park on the waterfront to South Berkeley and up into the hills. At least one will be close to you. (You can still come to all). Some of our concerts will include food trucks. All will have live music performed amidst our community. For details, see our events calendar or the specific event links below. Saturday music series runs May 10 through September 13 Our Music in the Parks series offers local music, kids’ activities, and entertainment, with some events featuring food, games, or guest speakers. May 10, 2:00 pm–5:00 pm at Berkeley Rose Garden: Mother’s Day Hats and High Tea will feature music from the Berkeley High Jazz Society. We’ll also have cold drinks, cake, flower and dessert giveaways, and multiple photo booths. Activities for the kids include crafts and a bubble show. Seniors can get a free shuttle ride to and from the event. June 7, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm at King School Park: Tot Fest will feature Andy Z and the Happily Ever Laughter Fairies. Fruit popsicles from Bliss Pops will be available for purchase. June 28, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm at Ohlone Park Baseball Field: Rockin’ Fest will feature the cover band, Keep On Truckin’. Food trucks will be on site. July 12, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm at Grove Park: Funk Fest will feature the musicians Michael Jeffries, Nzuri Soul, Ric Alexander, Rhonda Benin, and Soul House Band. Food trucks or vendors will be on site. July 26, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm at San Pablo Park: Kids Fest will feature music from Purple Fox and the Heebie Jeebies. Brown Cap Soft Serve will be available for purchase. August 9, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm at Strawberry Creek Park: Salsa Fest will have music by La Gente SF. You’ll be able to buy food from Las Caba?as. September 13, 2:00 pm–4:00 pm at Shorebird Park: Bluegrass Fest will feature music from Gin and Boots. Beverages for purchase from Roaming Bean Coffee. Come early to pick out your spot. No alcohol or controlled substances are allowed. Bring your blankets or low back chairs to enjoy the music. When traveling around the city, consider public transit, shared mobility options, or carpooling with friends. Community concerts are just one of a variety of events organized by the City's Parks, Recreation, and Waterfront Department, which offers a variety of camps, classes, and activities catering to diverse age groups and socioeconomic backgrounds. Learn more and sign up via our online recreation portal. See more opportunities on our events calendar. Join neighbors, bring friends, and make music part of your summer in our beloved parks. Links Events Calendar City Parks Locator (sortable by features and sports facilities) Recreation Registration Portal Forwarded this message from a friend? Click here to subscribe See and help place sites for new bike share stations Let us know online or in person about proposed spots for eleven new bike share docking stations – racks where users can rent and return bikes and e-bikes for one-way trips across Berkeley, Oakland, and Eme

? Dear PorchCon Fans, Join us for any of these cello gigs this month! 1) This Saturday, May 10, from 7p - 9p: French chansons & jazz standards w/ me on cello and Isabelle Magidson on guitar & voice at Tipsy Yeti (2512 San Pablo Ave [near Dwight Way], Berkeley). Free show at this new Nepali restaurant/bar; tips welcome. (No RSVP) 2) Friday, May 16 at 7pm: Solo cello at KitTea Cat Lounge, 1266 Valencia St, S.F.: Monthly benefit for the shelter cats. Tickets: www.sevenrooms.com/events/kitteacafe 3) Sunday, May 18 at 2pm on Channing between McKinley & Grant, Berkeley: Solo cello porch concert. Bring a camping chair & sun hat. Free show; tips welcome. (No RSVP) Cheers, ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Susanna Porte Classical-rock-jazz Cellist & Music Arranger http://www.susannaporte.com Berkeley, CA ? 415-942-0176 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ save water, gas, electricity ? buy nothing new -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Rhythmix Spring Happy Hour Get ready to sip, mingle, and make a difference. Help kick off our Spring fundraising campaign at the Rhythmix Spring Happy Hour where we aim to raise $10K in a single day! Enjoy delectable wines, beers or non-alcoholic beverages, all while connecting with an incredible community and learning about Rhythmix’s upcoming plans and events. Light appetizers included. Come hang out in the Rhythmix courtyard at our beautifully renovated historic building. Catch up with friends, connect with artists, enjoy music, and be inspired! Every sip gets us closer to our $20K spring fundraising goal, ensuring we can continue creating relevant and accessible programming for the community – bringing history to life, celebrating our diverse cultures and activating Alameda’s gorgeous city parks. Come celebrate, have a drink, and help support the arts in our community! Can’t make it? Please consider a donation to help us reach our goal and keep the arts free and accessible to the community! Wednesday, May 14th | 5-8pm Rhythmix Cultural Works 2513 Blanding Ave, Alameda MORE INFO -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Rising Seas 1 with Batey Tambó Rhythmix Rising Seas is a free outdoor performance series bringing music, dance, and theater to Alameda’s waterfront from May through August. Each event transforms a shoreline location into a vibrant stage for global traditions, immersive storytelling, and community connection. The first event features Batey Tambó, a women-of-color-led ensemble rooted in Afro-Indigenous Puerto Rican Bomba. Choreographer KT Nelson and dancers present a participatory piece inspired by local voices, while Jeff Raz’s “Climate Detective from the Future” returns with clues for a brighter tomorrow. With live performances and hands-on activities, Rising Seas invites all ages to explore our shared connection to culture, place, and possibility. Saturday, May 31st | 1-4pm Seaplane Lagoon Promenade, Alameda 1801 Ferry Point, Alameda Point MORE INFO -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

May 31, 2025 Radical Research Panel deliberating & liberating dance practices Luna invests in dance research as a way to advance our field and investigate what dance research can be, who shares it, who has access to it, and how it can be presented. Radical Research highlights the legitimate and rigorous inquiry of BIPOC artists, whose experiences are often neglected by traditional institutions of research and education, and amplifies the diverse ways embodied research can be conducted through dance creativity. Artists, like scientists, approach their work from a place of inquiry. Sometimes the research question is fully formed, but more often curiosity spurs intuition that leads to discovery through rigorous creative practice. -Patricia Reedy, Founder/Co-Executive Director of Luna Join us on Saturday, May 31, 2025, 2:45pm-5pm (PT) for this free virtual panel presentation. RSVP The panel will feature the alternative and multi-faceted artistic approaches among these four distinguished BIPOC dance practitioners: Gerald Casel Tammy Johnson Bobi Lott Māhealani Uchiyama To learn more about the event and its panelists, click here! This project was made possible with support from California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Invest in Luna's free community programs. Donate! Luna Dance & Creativity | 1831 Solano Ave. #7788 | Berkeley, CA 94707 US -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Tiny, 4" "Objects of Desire and Mirth" | figurative sterling silver brooch, sterling/gold asymmetrical earrings and gold rings | I'm looking forward to your visit during my annual Spring Open Studio TWO Saturdays, May 3 and May 10 (12-5pm) +also open every Thursday Artisan Jewelry in ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? Can't see this message? View in browser Susan Brooks Spring Open Studio 12-5pm Saturday 5/3 Saturday 5/10 + every Thursday The Sawtooth Building 2547 8th St 24a Berkeley Tiny, 4" "Objects of Desire and Mirth" figurative sterling silver brooch, sterling/gold asymmetrical earrings and gold rings I'm looking forward to your visit during my annual Spring Open Studio TWO Saturdays, May 3 and May 10 (12-5pm) +also open every Thursday Artisan Jewelry in gold and silver, Objects of Desire and Mirth: tiny ceramic and mixed media sculpture, paintings and drawings + Only at the studio, the bead island with over 100 pairs of really fun bead earrings + show specials of paintings and drawings, new and from the archives Some of my talented neighbors will also be open I'll have a fun little gift for you during your visit to celebrate 23 years at The Sawtooth Just mention that you are on my mailing list My website/shop www.susanbrooks.com is always OPEN If you see anything on my IG or FB that you like that isn't in the online shop, just contact me Studio visits are welcome throughout the year. 12-5pm Every Thursday and the First Saturday of the month and during special events* + by appointment If you enjoy my work please consider sharing my social media posts or bring a friend on your next visit For up to the minute info, follow me on Facebook and Instagram Thank you for your amazing support Wishing you a wonderful spring warmly, Susan * UPCOMING: May 31-June 1 and June 7-8 (11-5pm) Many of us will be open at The Sawtooth East Bay Open Studios East Bay Open Studios is a program of Oakland Art Murmur The Essence of Spring Paintings and tiny ceramic Objects of Desire and Mirth Celebrating 23 years at The Sawtooth / The Studio looks best with you in it! This is The Bead Island For up to the minute info follow me on Facebook and Instagram my website and shop 2547 Eighth St. 24a, Berkeley, CA, USA Check out our site and shop -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Art Changes Student Exhibition The Alameda Education Foundation presents Art Changes, showcasing student artwork inspired by this year's theme, "Our Earth: Embracing All Communities." The theme draws from Salma Arastu’s nature-focused collage paintings, Maw Shein Win’s poetry on belonging and ancestry, and Will Chang’s nighttime photography of Alameda. Student artwork from local schools, including Bay Farm, Earhart, Edison, Franklin, Love, Maya Lin, Otis, Paden, Ruby Bridges, Lincoln, Wood, Alameda High, and Encinal Junior & Senior High, will be featured in this creative celebration. Exhibit Dates: April 9 – May 30, 2025 Gallery Hours: Wednesdays 6-8PM or by appt. MORE INFO -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Rising Seas 1 with Batey Tambó Rhythmix Rising Seas brings Alameda's waterfront to life with performances of global music, dance, and theater that blend art and climate awareness, encouraging conversations on environmental issues through community involvement. Rising Seas 1 features Batey Tambó, an Oakland and San Francisco-based, women of color-led ensemble rooted in Afro-Indigenous Puerto Rican Bomba. Their mission is to create space for learning about the rich history of Bomba music and dance, developed by enslaved Africans and their descendants. Audiences will also enjoy interactive choreography with KT Nelson & dancers and a visit from the “Climate Detective from the Future,” directed by Jeff Raz. It’s a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and climate awareness for all ages. Saturday, May 31st | 1-4pm Seaplane Lagoon Promenade, Alameda 1801 Ferry Point, Alameda Point MORE INFO -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Opening weekend is here! Theatre Lunatico's ROMEO AND JULIET April 26 - May 18 Fridays, Saturdays at 8PM Sundays at 3PM Sunday May 11th at 7pm Reserve TicketsPublicity photos by Eileen Fisher Two teenagers discover the kind of love that changes their world. Sparks ignite and swords clash as young love blossoms and old hates corrode. Experience the exhilaration and intimacy of live Shakespeare at La Val's Subterranean Theater--the basement theater tucked inside La Val's Pizza on Euclid. ROMEO AND JULIET will be an evening to remember for anyone who’s ever been desperately, fiercely in love! Join us for a post-show talkback with director Michael Barr after the Sunday April 27th matinee performance. Michael Barr is a core company member of Theatre Lunatico, where he has performed in six productions. Additionally, he directed Lunatico's Measure for Measure, Attempts on Her Life, and staged readings of A Fine Day to Hang Oneself, Tis Pity She's a Whore, and the ShakesBeer reading seriesReserve your tickets now! Lunatico Pricing – PAY WHAT YOU CAN! No one turned away for lack of funds while seats are still available, but donations gladly accepted. Special deals on beer & Happy Hour menu for pre-reserved ticket holders. If you like what we're doing here at Theatre Lunatico, please consider donating, telling your friends, or sharing on social media! Your generosity and support makes local theatre possible. DONATE You can find more information about renting La Val's Subterranean for your next project or event HERE, or email lunaticorentals@... Follow us on social media or check out our website belowCopyright ? 2025 Theatre Lunatico, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: 1834 Euclid Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Register Now as Space is Limited Camp 'Kenaz kids summer camp is back this July, Register now -- space is limited! Secure your spot Welcome to Camp 'Kenaz, a dynamic day camp designed to ignite your child's passion for creativity and cultural exploration! Tailored for children aged 7-11, our innovative week offers an exciting blend of international music, dance, and crafts, providing a unique opportunity for your child to immerse themselves in a whole world of artistic expression. Led by experienced artists and instructors, Camp 'Kenaz goes beyond the ordinary, offering engaging and interactive music and dance workshops and inspiring craft activities. In collaboration with Freight & Salvage and many other cultural institutions, Camp ‘Kenaz ensures that your child will discover the rich cultural tapestry that defines the Bay Area. From the infectious rhythms of Zimbabwean drumming, vibrant tie-dyeing sessions set to the backdrop of Grateful Dead tunes, lively Zydeco dancing, bead-making, and so much more, Camp 'Kenaz promises an eclectic and enriching experience for every creative kid. At the heart of our mission is to uplift a generation of creative thinkers and artists. Camp 'Kenaz provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to explore their artistic interests freely, fostering a sense of connection and understanding among diverse communities. We are dedicated to creating a space where kids can feel free to express themselves, learn from one another, and cultivate a deep appreciation for the world's diverse cultures. Join us at Camp 'Kenaz, where creativity knows no bounds, and your child's summer adventure awaits! Check out the feedback from last years' camp! “[My child] had a wonderful time. It was a great opportunity for her to engage with an array of East Bay cultural centers and modes of artistic expression. What a gift!” “[My child] had so much fun at this camp. He was so sad it ended! He wouldn’t stop talking about all the things he learned and did each day. Thanks so much for your guys time and devotion. You are all so wonderful.” “[My child] enjoyed the camp very much. The activities were fun and diverse, she met new kind friends and the instructors were patient, warm and listening. Thank you for a very positive experience for my child.” “Thank you for offering this amazing program. My child loved it!” “Lovely experience for my son. Memorable Summer Camp!” Limited scholarships available, click here to apply Ashkenaz Music & Dance Community Center | 1317 San Pablo Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94702 US -- LISA BULLWINKEL Berkeley Art & Culture Hotline www.AnotherBullwinkelShow.com/BACHotline

Bidding is open! Preview items, bid and buy tickets now! Share This Email Share This Email Share This Email Art KALA 2025 Exhibition and Auction Benefit Art KALA 2025 Exhibition and Auction Benefit Auction Closing Party, Saturday, April 26, 6-9pm Kala Art Institute and Honorary Auction Chair Doree Friedman invite you to join us for Art KALA 2025, an exhibition, auction, and benefit to support Kala! Celebrating Kala’s 51st year, Art KALA 2025 brings together Kala’s creative community and features the inventive and meaningful art being made right here in the Bay Area. We are thrilled this year to celebrate Gale Antokal, Adia Millett, and Cathy Lu as the 2025 honored artists. Kala’s auction is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and directly supports Kala’s arts education, artist residencies, and exhibition programs. Images: KALA 50 - Exhibition and Auction Benefit; Photo Credits: James Ken Butler 2025 honored artists left to right: Gale Antokal, Adia Millett, Cathy Lu 51st Anniversary Party w/ live auction and short program – Saturday, April 26, 6-9pm Purchase a Patron Membership for $300 and receive two tickets to the auction closing and Kala’s 51st anniversary party with food, drinks, music, live and silent auction, and a short program honoring Gale Antokal, Adia Millett, and Cathy Lu. There is still time to become a sponsor or choose the ticket level that is right for you. We have artist tickets for $50 and a special VIP ticket that comes with a limited edition, custom-embroidered Kala apron. Become a sponsor, join or renew Patron memberships, and/or purchase tickets below to support Kala! Online: https://artkala2025.givesmart.com By Phone: 510-841-7000 x203 Tickets $300 Patron Membership $150 VIP Ticket $100 Individual Ticket $50 Artist Ticket Location: Kala Gallery 2990 San Pablo Avenue Berkeley, CA 94702 Event Schedule: 6pm - Doors open 7:15 - Short program honoring Gale Antokal, Cathy Lu, and Adia Millett 7:30 - Live Auction 9pm - Silent Auction closes Learn More & Purchase Tickets Auction Preview Bidding for both silent and live auction items is in full-swing! Bid and browse auction items at https://artkala2025.givesmart.com. Takuji Hamanaka, Rainbow Armadillo, 2017,Collaged woodcut on museum board, 20 x 14.25 in. Alicia McCarthy, Untitled, 2024 Color pencil and spray paint on paper 15.5 x 18.25 in. (framed dimensions) Jim Melchert, Seeing it Said #5, 2021 Ceramic tile, 12 x 12 x 1 in. Hung Liu, Butterfly Dreams: Working 7/20, 2011, Six-color lithograph with gold leaf, 44.25 x 30.5 in. Ellen Heck, Iris Writing a Letter, 2016 Woodcut, drypoint, hand painting 15 x 11 in. Chelsea Ryoko Wong, High Desert on a Hot Day, 2023, Watercolor and gouache on paper, 13 x 10 x 1.5 in. (framed) Lava Thomas, We shall not be moved., 2025, Altered tambourine, leather, pyrographic calligraphy in leather box 11.75 x 12.833 x 3 in. Follow Kala's IG gallery account @kalagallery_berkeley for auction highlights and to see work from Kala’s gallery and art sales program. Many thanks to Kala’s wonderful community for working to make this auction fundraiser a big success. ?Special thanks to auction sponsors listed below! Innovator Wareham Development / Richard K. Robbins Arts Advocate Davis Riemer & Louise Rothman-Riemer Bruce Helmberger & Barbara Kuecker Collector Kelley Berg & Nancy Goler Tom & Carol Foster Doree Friedman Nion McEvoy & Leslie Berriman Mechanics Bank Richard Nagler & Sheila Sosnow Steve Pickle & Sissel Waage Gordon Yamate & Deborah Shiba, DDS Enthusiast Chandra Cerrito / Art Advisors David & Susan Kabakoff Klion Springwater Coven Family Foundation Jimin Lee Meyer Sound Oliver & Company, Inc Trina Ostrander & Isaiah Roter Jules Roman Neighbor Sponsors Alternative Technologies Armstrong Law Archana Horsting Artsource Consulting Bayer European Sleep Works Ruth Goldstone / Red Oak Realty Jeffrey Hill Keene Builders, Inc Joan Y. Kiang Architecture & Design LPC Real Estate Corp Kava Massih Architects Minuteman Press Noll & Tam Architects Amrita Singhal & Michael Tubach Kala Art Institute | 1060 Heinz Ave | Berkeley, CA 94710 US --