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Seismic Attitude Shifts

Seismic Attitude Shifts

Visual Arts By Josef Woodard

This year’s UCSB MFA Exhibition goes by the title ‘Fault Lines’ and boasts conceptual gumption, as usual.

Poetry Connection: How to Organize a Poetry Reading in 10 Pretty Easy Steps

Poetry Connection: How to Organize a Poetry Reading in 10 Pretty Easy Steps

Poetry Connection By Stephanie Barbé Hammer

From booking the venue to building a crowd, Stephanie Barbé Hammer breaks down the surprisingly manageable art of hosting a poetry event.

Hunter Hawkins to Debut New Single at Carpinteria’s Alzacar Theatre on June 5

Hunter Hawkins to Debut New Single at Carpinteria’s Alzacar Theatre on June 5

Music By Tiana Molony

Singer-songwriter and filmmaker debuts “Here Now” and ‘Awake: Pinky’s Journey’ in one-night showcase.

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Bunnies, Butterflies and Birds, for Pop Art’s Sake

Bunnies, Butterflies and Birds, for Pop Art’s Sake

Visual Arts By Josef Woodard

Ojai Music Festival: 80 Is the New… 80

Ojai Music Festival: 80 Is the New… 80

Music By Josef Woodard

ON the Beat | Shoegazing and Other Musings Around the County

ON the Beat | Shoegazing and Other Musings Around the County

ON the Beat By Josef Woodard

‘A Delicate Ship’ Explores the Relationship Between Adulthood and Our Childhood Selves

‘A Delicate Ship’ Explores the Relationship Between Adulthood and Our Childhood Selves

Theater By Maggie Yates

‘Come from Away’ Lands at Solvang Festival Theater

‘Come from Away’ Lands at Solvang Festival Theater

Theater By Maggie Yates

Santa Barbara’s Kevin Gleason Paints the Pacific Crest Trail

Santa Barbara’s Kevin Gleason Paints the Pacific Crest Trail

Visual Arts By Matt Kettmann

Inside the Santa Ynez Valley Program Bringing Arts Education to Kids

Inside the Santa Ynez Valley Program Bringing Arts Education to Kids

Arts & Entertainment By Tiana Molony

‘Santa Barbara Independent’s’ 2026 Indy Awards for Theater

‘Santa Barbara Independent’s’ 2026 Indy Awards for Theater

Cover Story By Leslie Dinaberg

From Salvador to Santa Barbara

From Salvador to Santa Barbara

Dance By Jackie Jauregui

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Music

Hunter Hawkins to Debut New Single at Carpinteria’s Alzacar Theatre on June 5

Hunter Hawkins to Debut New Single at Carpinteria’s Alzacar Theatre on June 5

Music By Tiana Molony

Ojai Music Festival: 80 Is the New… 80

Ojai Music Festival: 80 Is the New… 80

Music By Josef Woodard

Review | Bob Dylan Tribute Night Celebrates His 85th Birthday Sonic Style

Review | Bob Dylan Tribute Night Celebrates His 85th Birthday Sonic Style

Music By Rebecca Horrigan

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Visual Arts

Seismic Attitude Shifts

Seismic Attitude Shifts

Visual Arts By Josef Woodard

Bunnies, Butterflies and Birds, for Pop Art’s Sake

Bunnies, Butterflies and Birds, for Pop Art’s Sake

Visual Arts By Josef Woodard

Santa Barbara’s Kevin Gleason Paints the Pacific Crest Trail

Santa Barbara’s Kevin Gleason Paints the Pacific Crest Trail

Visual Arts By Matt Kettmann

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ON Culture

ON Culture: Roger Daltrey, Magnum P.I., Elsbeth, and Other Icons

ON Culture: Roger Daltrey, Magnum P.I., Elsbeth, and Other Icons

ON Culture By Leslie Dinaberg

ON Culture: Artist Tours, Zoot Suites, Blue Men, and More

ON Culture: Artist Tours, Zoot Suites, Blue Men, and More

ON Culture By Leslie Dinaberg

ON Culture | Time to Dance, Draw and Sing It Out!

ON Culture | Time to Dance, Draw and Sing It Out!

ON Culture By Leslie Dinaberg

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Theater

‘A Delicate Ship’ Explores the Relationship Between Adulthood and Our Childhood Selves

‘A Delicate Ship’ Explores the Relationship Between Adulthood and Our Childhood Selves

Theater By Maggie Yates

‘Come from Away’ Lands at Solvang Festival Theater

‘Come from Away’ Lands at Solvang Festival Theater

Theater By Maggie Yates

‘Santa Barbara Independent’s’ 2026 Indy Awards for Theater

‘Santa Barbara Independent’s’ 2026 Indy Awards for Theater

Cover Story By Leslie Dinaberg

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Reviews

In the Chamber Café, Delectably

In the Chamber Café, Delectably

Music By Josef Woodard

Review | Mozart Meets the Moderns

Review | Mozart Meets the Moderns

Reviews By Josef Woodard

Review | Ten Years After Paris, Eagles of Death Metal Soar

Review | Ten Years After Paris, Eagles of Death Metal Soar

Music By Stuart C. Paul, Photos by Stuart C. Paul

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Film & TV

One Space Battle After Another

One Space Battle After Another

Film By Josef Woodard

Heartbreak Hotel

Heartbreak Hotel

Film By Josef Woodard

Documentary ‘The Man Who Saves the World?’ Profiles a Character Unlike Any We’ve Seen Before

Documentary ‘The Man Who Saves the World?’ Profiles a Character Unlike Any We’ve Seen Before

Film By Emily Vesper

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ON the Beat

ON the Beat | Shoegazing and Other Musings Around the County

ON the Beat | Shoegazing and Other Musings Around the County

ON the Beat By Josef Woodard

ON the Beat | Blues We Can Use

ON the Beat | Blues We Can Use

ON the Beat By Josef Woodard

ON the Beat | Seasons’ Closing Notes, Symphony and Chamber-sized

ON the Beat | Seasons’ Closing Notes, Symphony and Chamber-sized

ON the Beat By Josef Woodard

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Dance

From Salvador to Santa Barbara

From Salvador to Santa Barbara

Dance By Jackie Jauregui

‘Disco Elysium’ | Experience the World of Radical Cabaret Up Close and Personal

‘Disco Elysium’ | Experience the World of Radical Cabaret Up Close and Personal

Dance By Jatila van der Veen

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham Hits its Target in Santa Barbara

A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham Hits its Target in Santa Barbara

Dance By Leslie Dinaberg

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Books

Traditional Publishing Isn’t Dead

Traditional Publishing Isn’t Dead

Books By Meaghan Clark Tiernan

Graphic Novel Energy Meets Fascinating Fish Facts in ‘Gonzo Ichthyology’

Graphic Novel Energy Meets Fascinating Fish Facts in ‘Gonzo Ichthyology’

Books By Matt Kettmann

Book Review | ‘Gerhard Richter,’ edited by Dieter Schwarz and Nicholas Serota

Book Review | ‘Gerhard Richter,’ edited by Dieter Schwarz and Nicholas Serota

Books By David Starkey

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All Booked

All Booked | A Collection of Collections

All Booked | A Collection of Collections

All Booked By Tiana Molony & Tessa Reeg

All Booked | Notable Novellas

All Booked | Notable Novellas

All Booked By Tessa Reeg & Emily Vesper

All Booked | With Dark Regards, Gillian Flynn

All Booked | With Dark Regards, Gillian Flynn

All Booked By Tessa Reeg

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Comedy

Walk Your Laugh Off

Walk Your Laugh Off

Comedy By Meaghan Clark Tiernan

Dinner, Drinks, and a Dose of Laughter at the Wine Cask Gold Room

Dinner, Drinks, and a Dose of Laughter at the Wine Cask Gold Room

Comedy By Tiana Molony

Review | DIY Comedy with Nick Offerman

Review | DIY Comedy with Nick Offerman

Comedy By Tiana Molony

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Poetry Matters

Poetry Connection: Connecting with Fiesta Poet Laureate, Father Larry

Poetry Connection: Connecting with Fiesta Poet Laureate, Father Larry

Poetry Connection By Melinda Palacio, Santa Barbara Poet Laureate 2023-2025

Poetry Connection: Connecting with Santa Barbara’s 11th Poet Laureate, George Yatchisin

Poetry Connection: Connecting with Santa Barbara’s 11th Poet Laureate, George Yatchisin

Poetry Connection By Melinda Palacio, Santa Barbara Poet Laureate 2023-2025

Poetry Connection: Connecting with the Poetry Zone, a Santa Barbara Institution

Poetry Connection: Connecting with the Poetry Zone, a Santa Barbara Institution

Poetry Connection By Melinda Palacio, Santa Barbara Poet Laureate 2023-2025

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