The Lark Theater is hosting SIMPLY SAID - a new spoken word series fashioned after NPR's "The Moth Radio Hour." Get ready for an evening of laughter, tears, elation, and contemplation.
Each show features a curated lineup of experienced storytellers, blended with opportunities for audience members to put their name in “the hat” to tell their own story on the monthly theme. February's theme is "Mystique." This month's featured storytellers are Don Reed and Sue Alfieri.
How it Works:
Stories must be 5 minutes or less, spoken aloud (not read), just plain-spoken word about something you have experienced personally. This is spontaneous with no auditions or rehearsals. If you wish to tell a story, you’ll have an opportunity to put your name in a hat!
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Tickets: $25
Mac's at 19 Broadway is hosting an acoustic evening this Thursday with Dan Durkin (lead singer for Petty Theft and The ILLEAGLES).
Dan Durkin is a legend in the Marin music scene. He fronts some of the top tribute bands in the Bay Area, including Petty Theft (a Tom Petty Tribute), The ILLEAGLES (a tribute to The Eagles), and Revolver (a Beatles tribute band).
Joining Dan on stage for the night is violinist Tom Savell.
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Tickets: $12.51
Pete Floyd, the Bay Area's preeminent Pink Floyd Tribute Band, is playing two nights at Rancho Nicasio.
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The musicians in Pete Floyd are all very experienced and have been in other bands in the area. Pete Hale (the Grain) is a guitar playing singer in the band, Pete Delaney (the Hots, the Dictator Tots) doubles him. Teal Collins (Mother Truckers) and Paige Clem (Terrapin Crossroads alumni) provide backup vocals. The well-traveled Bob McBain plays keys, Toby Tyler (the Hots) plays the bass, and Sean England (the Hots, “he’s a local drummer star”) is the drummer. The band highlights Sonoman Alex Garcia playing his saxophone.
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Tickets: $29
Dinner Reservations: 6pm - 8pm / Show: 7:30pm
Join the Marin Symphony for a spectacular concert showcasing Academy Award-winner John Williams' most popular movie scores, including E.T., Star Wars, Jaws, and Harry Potter. From a galaxy far, far away to a boy's first day at Hogwarts... from Close Encounters to Jurassic Park and beyond!
The Family-Friendly Program includes:
-- Harry’s Wondrous World from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
-- Theme from E.T.
-- Superman March
-- Theme from Jaws
-- Theme from Jurassic Park
-- The Imperial March from The Empire Strikes Back
-- Princess Leia’s Theme from A New Hope
-- Main Title from A New Hope
-- And much more!
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Tickets: $40 - $80 (Subscribers); $55 - $94 (General Admission); $25 (youth 17 & under)
Sweetwater will let the good times roll on Friday, February 21st!
Guest chefs Mitchell & Steven Rosenthal will be taking over the kitchen for the night and cooking up Big Easy delights. Plus, there will be live Nola-inspired music by Captain Creole.
Brothers Mitchell & Steven Rosenthal got their start over 30 years ago as the Executive Chefs of Wolfgang Pucks’ acclaimed Postrio, before going on to open a number of renowned spots of their own in the Bay Area. Their beloved SF South-of-Market restaurants, Salt House, Anchor & Hope, and Town Hall were a testament to Mitchell and Stevens’ love for creating great food and warm hospitality. Now, the Rosenthal brothers bring their exceptional talents to Sweetwater for this exclusive event. Mardi Gras Ball is a tribute to their famed Mardi Gras parties that they hosted over their years at Town Hall, celebrating the food, tradition, and energy of New Orleans in a relaxed and festive atmosphere.
Menu Highlights include: Buttermilk Country Fried Chicken; Andouille Sausage Jambalaya; Vegetarian Jambalaya; Shrimp File Gumbo with Okra and Green Onion Rice; Classic muffuletta; Creole potato salad; Classic king cake
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Tickets: $121.03
Marin Theatre Company presents Waste, a fascinating and topical political drama written by Harley Granville-Barker.
In this thriller, a politician’s illicit affair turns tragic. Rather than finding sympathy or outrage for his victim, the work cynically focuses instead on the politician and his colleagues, who scramble to salvage his reputation. British Theatre lauded a recent U.K. revival of Waste for its “crackling dialogue” and called it “Extraordinary."
The fresh take on this rarely seen century-old political play will see MTC's new Artistic Director Lance Gardner returning to the stage as the ambitious politician under fire. This gripping work is sure to have you on the edge of your seat.
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Tickets: $47 (General Admission); $35 (Under 35); $10 (Students)
Previews: Thursday, Feb. 6th - Feb. 10th
Opening Night: Tuesday, February 11th
In celebration of SF Beer Week, Pond Farm Brewing is hosting a night of beats and beers on Saturday, February 22nd.
Headlining the event is Sweet City Blues. This local favorite features guitarist/saxophonist Paul Brannin, vocalist Donna Spitzer, and a host of the Bay Area's top Blues and Rock musicians. Sweet City Blues offers attendees the gritty blues of Stevie Ray Vaughn, female vocals in the style of Bonnie Raitt, covers from Little Feat, Jimi Hendrix, Blind Faith, and more!
In addition to the live music, the restaurant will be releasing their long awaited Hoo Koo E Koo and doing Girl Scout Cookie pairings.
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No Cover Charge.
The Mill Valley Music Festival, a two-day outdoor celebration of music, arts and community, returns to Mill Valley’s Friends Field on May 10th & 11th. Gary Clark Jr. and Nile Rodgers & Chic headline a heady, multi-genre mix of diverse national acts and local lights, coupled with world-class food, drink and art for your best friends and ones you’re yet to meet.
This year's performers include: Vieux Farka Touré, Sister Nancy, Ghost-Note, The Crosby Collective feat. Jason Crosby, Monophonics, Thee Sinseers, Elliott Peck, and Mission Delirium
Throughout the weekend event, organizers will offer a taste of the good life in Mill Valley by exploring the region’s best artisans, food vendors, and philanthropic causes through an extensive vendor market; plus family-friendly activities including the Kids Village, immersive art installations, large-scale sponsor activations, and roaming local performers; as well as local vintners, craft brewers, and special Mother’s Day Weekend surprises.
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Tickets: $232.66 (two-day Adult pass); $117.30 (two-day Kids pass); $198.05 (two-day Senior pass)
