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.
Ocean Park Library Celebrates its 100th Anniversary
After a century of acting as an educational and social hub for the Santa Monica community, the Ocean Park Library...
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It Rains Stellar Jazz & Classical
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: LA PHIL presents OSCAR, WITH LOVE (I have never seen such a lineup of so many of the...
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Spinning the Joy Wheel
Frank Conlin (Dann Florek) has been working at the same job for 40 years and he’s about to make the...
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“Friends With Guns”
Shoot Loaded Questions As the play opens, Shannon is having a nervous breakdown. Not the kind everyone knows about. This...
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Santa Monica Travel & Tourism Launches Complete Guide to Street Art Murals
Santa Monica is an arts and culture hub, home to more than 120 street art murals all within its 8.3...
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Colorado Ave. – Jewish Women’s Theatre (JWT) to Present Bravissima! Jewish Women in Music
Three of LA’s most acclaimed musicians will share their personal stories at Bravissima! Jewish Women in Music at The Braid,...
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Stairway of the Stars to set to showcase students’ music talents
Santa Monica is celebrating their school district’s successful music program with a series of concerts and an honoring of a...
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SJC Mission
Molly Rysman discussed systemic inequalities that have led to a lack of affordable housing at a recent event at the...
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Experimental ballet pirouettes its way to the Edye
The classical style of ballet you’ve come to know and love is getting experimental this weekend. Barak Ballet’s ‘OFF Balance’...
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Venice – St. Joseph Center Celebrates Women’s History Month
On Wednesday, March 13, St. Joseph Center hosted a lunch panel discussion that included Jacqueline Waggoner (VP and Southern California...
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