Blondie and Elvis Costello Play the Santa Barbara Bowl
The historic new wave double bill featured hits, a Lil Nas X cover, new material, and a Joni Mitchell shout-out.
Author: Charles Donelan
MCASB Presents Brian Rochefort’s ‘Absorption by the Sun’
Los Angeles–based artist offers up radical transformations in ceramic art.
‘The Addams Family’ Is Dark, Delicious Fun
PCPA’s production of this musical comedy is excellent thanks to superb direction, casting, and scenic and costume design.
Cold Mountain’s Otherworldly Vision
Music Academy opera soars at the Granada.
UCSB Summer Music Festival
Two days of concerts sponsored by the department of music.
Fiesta Photos and Memories
Santa Barbara Historical Museum’s exhibition documenting Old Spanish Days.
Elvis Costello and Blondie at the Bowl
First tour together for top acts of the 1980s.
‘Cold Mountain’ and the New Music Academy
Music Academy to present West Coast premiere of Jennifer Higdon’s opera.
Raconteurs Bring Hit Record to the Bowl
Jack White and Brendan Benson talk no set lists, songwriting, and mutual respect.
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying at SBCC
Musical spoofs corporate culture of the ’60s.
