‘Free Flick’ screens at Wilding

Local filmmaker Earl Richmond will share his thoughts as he shows his films about the local marine environment, April 4 at 7 p.m. at the Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall in Santa Ynez, under the auspices of the Wilding Art Museum. The “Friday Flicks” have been moved to the Grange this month because of the expected large turnout. Wilding Art Museum also provides free popcorn and cookies, wine, water and soft drinks. For further information, call 805-688-1082.

 

Anderson comes to UCSB

Poet, playwright and musician Laurie Anderson, presented by Arts & Lectures, will bring her new work, “Homeland,” to UCSB’s Campbell Hall on April 9. The acclaimed performance artist has combined the languages of technology, songwriting and poetry to explore the country’s “persistent language of war,” in a piece that the New Yorker called “haunting and timeless.” Tickets can be reserved by calling 805-893-3535 or going online to www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.

 

`Conspiracy’ is historic

Director Frank Pierson’s film “Conspiracy” will be screened on April 10 at 7:30 p.m. in UCSB’s Campbell Hall, with no admission charge. The film is a docudrama about the Wansee Conference staged by the Nazis in 1942. This was the meeting at which the decision was made to implement Adolf Hitler’s so-called Final Solution to kill Europe’s Jewish population. Director Pierson will be on hand to discuss his film and the historic ramifications of Hitler’s plan.

 

BASSH is back in town

It’s time again for Santa Barbara Dance Alliance’s annual presentation of “BASSH: Ballroom, Argentine Tango, Salsa, Swing and Hip Hop,” playing April 11 and 12 at the Lobero Theatre. Exhibition dancers and competition winners will demonstrate their artistry in these performances, which begin at 8 p.m. both evenings. Derrick Curtis will emcee and swing dance with his wife Trudie. More information is available by calling 966-6950 or going to www.sbdancealliance.or.

 

Jazz X three will perform

Modern vocal innovator Bobby McFerrin will be joined by jazz keyboardist Chick Correa and drummer Jack DeJohnette at the Granada Theatre on April 15 at 8 p.m. Presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures, the three will perform music centered on McFerrin’s wide vocal range and interpretive skills. Keyboardist Correa will conduct a master class in conjunction with the concert. Drummer DeJohnette has appeared with a number of jazz masters, including Miles Davis when he created “Bitches Brew” and “In a Silent Way.” Ticket information can be obtained by calling 805-893-3535 or online at www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu or by calling 893-3535.

 

Midori, McDonald to play

Violin prodigy Midori, along with pianist Robert McDonald, will present a program including the sonata from John Corigliano’s score for the film “The Red Violin,” on April 11 at 8 p.m. at UCSB’s Campbell Hall. Midori has been an audience favorite since her debut at age 11, and McDonald is an award-winning pianist.

The two also will play Antonin Dvorak’s “Romantic Pieces, Op. 75” Cesar Franck’s Sonata in A major, and Ludwig van Beethoven’s Sonata in A major Op. 30, no. 1. Midori plays the 1734 Guarnerius del Gesu “ex-Huberman,” which is on lifetime loan from the Hayashibara Foundation. Those wishing more information can call 805-893-3535 or go online to www.artsandlectures.ucsb.edu.

 

`Aurelia’s Oratorio’ on tap

“Aurelia’s Oratorio,” a “nouveau cirque” starring the granddaughter of Charles Chaplin, will be presented April 14 and 15 at 8 p.m. in the Marjorie Luke Theatre. Billed as a family-friendly production, this work by Aurelia Thierree combines physical theater, comedy, magic and dance in a show set to a quirky soundtrack of accordions, chamber music and Gypsy jazz. The work was created by Amelia’s mother, Victoria Chaplin Thierree, and borrows from music hall, variety show and circus spectacle. Ticket information is available at UCSB Arts and Lectures, 893-3535.

 

Vintners plan fest

The wares of local wine makers will be presented at a Vintners’ Festival April 19, 1 to 4 p.m. at River Park, Hwy. 246 and Sweeney Road, Lompoc.

Tastings will be from more than 90 wineries, with proceeds going to local charities, and live music will play throughout the event. Information and tickets are available by calling 805-688-0881.

 

‘Godspell’ on PCPA Playing List

“Godspell” will be presented by Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts (PCPA) at the Marian Theater on the Hancock College campus from April 10 to May 11, and at the Solvang Festival Theater from June 6 to July 17.

The original production by John-Michael Tebelak has been updated with music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.

Ticket information is available by calling 805-922-8313, or by going online to boxoffice@pcpa.org, or groups@pcpa.org.

The box office is open from 1 to 7 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.