Arts
Immerse yourself in Santa Monica's thriving arts scene through our dedicated coverage. From gallery openings and public installations to profiles of local artists and cultural events, we celebrate the creative spirit that enriches our beachside community. Our reporting spans the Bergamot Station arts complex, neighborhood galleries, street art, and the innovative works that transform our city spaces. Stay connected with Santa Monica's cultural pulse through our coverage of exhibitions, artist interviews, and arts education initiatives. Whether you're an artist, collector, or art enthusiast, the Santa Monica Daily Press is your window into our city's diverse artistic landscape.
Downtown – Poet Brendan Constantine Performs John Cage’s Lecture On Nothing
On Wednesday June 6, at 7:30 pm, the Soundwaves new music series at the Santa Monica Public Library presents poet...
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11th Street – SMC Synapse Contemporary Dance Theater Showcases New Works May 24-25
Santa Monica College's widely praised contemporary dance ensemble Synapse Dance Theater will present its spring 2019 performance of new, cutting-edge...
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40th anniversary of Venice Family Clinic Art Walk
Art and activism often go hand in hand and our Venice neighbors are hosting an event celebrating and contributing to...
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Soul of a Nation, in Art and Film
There’s a powerful and important exhibition at The Broad Museum in downtown LA. “Soul of a Nation: Art in the...
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Great Day at Topanga Fest!
I thought this posting last week from Harvelle’s, our own oldest blues club in LA, was hilarious: “Dear Harvelle’s Santa...
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Grammy winner kicks off music series at The Bungalow
The Bungalow will be hosting a weekly event with KCRW DJs and food trucks throughout the summer. The Night Market...
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Rafiki Is A Brilliant Movie
When a movie is banned by a government, then allowed to be distributed after a supreme court reversal, it gets...
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Pico Blvd. – SMC to Stage Bonnie & Clyde May 24-June 2
The Santa Monica College Theatre Arts and Music Departments are pleased to present Bonnie & Clyde May 24-June 2 in...
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Pacific Palisades – Music Guild Season Finale June 7
St. Matthew’s Music Guild closes its 2018 – 2019 season at 8 p.m. on Friday, June 7 with a concert...
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Malibu – Opening Reception for Cultural Arts Commission’s Art Exhibition “Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising: Reflections on the Woolsey Fire”
All community members are invited to attend the opening reception for “Radical Beauty, Malibu Rising,” the City of Malibu Cultural...
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