Philanthropy in the abyss: Why we need to give when things fall apart
By Angie Eng It takes a crisis to uplift us from the abyss. When despair engulfs, human kindness emerges. Contrary to a Hobbesian world vision…
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Elk Grove’s Mirabel Wigon turns broken systems into rejuvenative reflection
By Cristian Gonzalez Mirabel Wigon, an artist living in Elk Grove, didn’t set out to become a painter. Her journey actually began in anthropology before…
50 years of cheers this St. Paddy’s Day at Sacramento’s Fox & Goose
A toast to five decades of celebrating Irish tradition at one of Downtown’s oldest pubs By Steph Rodriguez Fox & Goose is painting Sactown green…
Sacramento theater groups rebound — and focus on future plans
By Marcus Crowder On Jan. 7 as brush fires began spreading in the Pacific Palisades east of Malibu, Scott Klier was in Los Angeles holding…
8 Sacramento events to experience in March
By Steph Rodriguez March is buzzing with live music echoing from every corner of Sacramento’s tight-knit music scene. Jenny Don’t and the Spurs ride into…
From Latin America to Disney’s leading ladies, March brings fresh art to Sacramento
By Marie-Elena Schembri This March may start with a roar, but it isn’t from a lion — it might be a jaguar bursting from the…
Sacramento’s upcoming theater and ballet productions guard against the Ides of March
By Patti Roberts With spring around the corner, a full garden of performing arts is ahead of us. After a winter hiatus for some theater…
Exploring legacy: must-see Black History Month art and culture in Sacramento
By Ozola Cody Founded by visual artist and community leader Shonna McDaniels, the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum is a cultural jewel housed in Sacramento’s…
Indigenous artist Spencer Keeton Cunningham combines personal narratives, social commentary in ‘Decolonization’
By Marie-Elena Schembri You might not think a tipi, skateboarding, basketball and Casper the Friendly Ghost have much in common, but that’s because you haven’t…
8 Sacramento events to experience in February
By Steph Rodriguez Music is the pulse of February in Sacramento. From Omaha darlings Cursive, whose indie/post-hardcore bangers have made a lasting impression on listeners…
Five theater outings for your Valentine’s Day weekend and beyond in Sacramento
By Dave Kempa At long last, the holiday season is over, the days grow longer and Sacramento’s theater scene is ramping up for the spring…
Sacramento art looks to the future, honors the past this Black History Month
By Marie-Elena Schembri Exhibitions and events showcasing scores of local artists will take over Sacramento this February, with diverse shows celebrating Black culture, community, lives…
Daniel I. Paulson embraces his curiosity through choral music in Sacramento
By Justine Chahal Daniel I. Paulson grew up with a musical family, singing since he was a child in his kindergarten classroom in Tracy. As…
‘The White Chip’ at Sacramento’s B Street Theatre pours compassion and humor into an autobiographical tale of alcoholism and sobriety
By Patti Roberts “The White Chip,” now having its West Coast premiere at the B Street Theatre, is playwright Sean Daniels’ autobiographical dark comedy about…
Antonia Price explores the endless nature of art through ‘Time Loop’ series
By Sena Christian “Time Loop #1” is fiber-based artist Antonia Price’s favorite of her pieces. It’s shaped as a wire circle with a fabric winding…
Sacramento’s MusicLandria grows as a hub for local musicians
By Seth Sandronsky On a Sunday afternoon, Rafael Lopez works on a synthesizer and drum machine inside MusicLandria’s Makerspace. The space features electronic equipment for…
From dull to dynamic: How artists can revitalize Sacramento
By Angie Eng Boredom often elicits disconnection and meaninglessness — in large doses, existential dread — but when embraced, it can be a catalyst for…