Featured Events in Santa Cruz in October, 2024 (August Updated)

Immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of flamenco as we present our 3rd Santa Cruz Flamenco event in 2024 featuring LIVE musicians and dancers from the San Francisco Bay Area. We are thrilled to be asked to come back yet again! These artists come from the San Francisco Bay Area, renowned for its rich flamenco artistic community and home to a dynamic ensemble of flamenco talent, and we’re thrilled to bring these exceptional artists together for a night of unparalleled performance. Experience the raw energy and intricate beauty of flamenco as local virtuosos take the stage. With their powerful footwork, captivating choreography, and evocative music, these performers will transport you to the heart of Spain. From the soulful melodies of traditional guitar to the rhythmic claps and passionate vocals, each act promises a unique and authentic expression of this celebrated art form. Join us for an evening that celebrates the exceptional flamenco talent thriving in the Bay Area, and let the rhythm and grace of these local artists create a memorable and exhilarating experience. Whether you are a seasoned Flamenco enthusiast or a first-time spectator, this event promises to ignite your senses and leave you in awe! Don't miss out on this fiery night! Featuring: Cante: Pirouz Ebadypour Guitarra: Jesse Torre Cajon: Kendra Pearson Dancers: Damien Alvarez Claudia Deveze Mimi Wiener Mishor Barbie Imhoff Kendra Pearson ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Early Bird Ticket Sales $25 pp Get your tickets at a discount by 9/14 ❣️ ENJOY a VIDEO from our last show in Santa Cruz back in June 💃🏻 Information Source: Santa Cruz Flamenco | eventbrite

RNRG & PinUp Present DYING WISH Pain of Truth Outta Pocke Balmora All Ages / 6pm / $22 in Adv / $27 Day of Information Source: PinUp Productions | eventbrite

Everyone wants obnoxious film producer Simon Braggart dead. But who pulled the trigger? Was it the movie star? The gangster? The madame? You’ve never experienced the 1940’s quite like this before: join us for an evening of immersive original theater with all original music and film that will leave you gasping, laughing and wondering… WHODUNNIT? Only hard-boiled detective Jo Gumption can crack the case in this gritty Hollywood noir murder mystery play. But here's the catch: they need your help. Tickets now on sale! Come costumed in 1940’s attire and enjoy the full immersive experience! We promise you cigarette girls, barkeeps, and slick reporters, not to mention a chance to grab an autograph or two at the premiere of Simon Braggart’s last big show. Doors: 7:30 PM. Enter the world of the 1940’s: leave your cares--and possibly your phone--behind, enjoy a period mocktail/cocktail, enjoy live music and mingle with other costumed characters as you wait for the red carpet moment. Curtain: 8 PM. The stars come out! You’ll be close enough to meet and even get an autograph from legendary film stars of today and decades past as they join you in what promises to be an evening of unexpected events. Find out why everyone wants Simon Braggart out of the picture... $30 - General Admission$100 - VIP seating (near the celebrities, we promise!)$25 - Student $25 (General Admission seating, must show current student ID at the door)Any gunshot sound effects you may hear will not be real guns and will not be committing an actual murder. Now you’re warned. Proceeds benefit our artists and the nonprofit 418 Project Information Source: The 418 Project | eventbrite