Friday, May 16, 2014

Site for Sore Eyes Berkeley: Mapping Out the Middle of May

Hello, residents and neighbors of Berkeley, CA. The staff of Site for Sore Eyes Berkeley hopes that you have had a happy spring so far. Can you believe that summer is less than a month away? Where did the time go? Anyway, it is weekend event time. Enjoy…

Whenever we have highlighted live stage presentations, they are either adult-oriented (mature themes and language) or Saturday matinee children’s theatre. We are happy to say that this week’s offering is one that is suitable for all ages. The Live Oak Theatre is currently featuring “Over the Tavern,” a family comedy written by Tom Dudzick, which tells of the trials and triumphs of the Pazinski family of Buffalo, NY, circa the 1950s. The performance is tonight at 8:00, and you may call (510) 649-5999 to reserve tickets or order them by clicking here. The Live Oak Theatre is located at 1301 Shattuck Ave. Does the address “Shattuck Ave.” sound familiar? It should, because that is the street where we live. (If you attend tonight’s performance, stop by and say “hi.” If you haven’t had your eye exam yet, why not multitask and get one before show time?)

Are there any artists or crafters in today’s audience of readers? If so, you will be very interested in what’s going on at the Fourth & Clay Studio + Gallery early tomorrow night. Come and attend a live taping of The Tales of a Red Clam Rambler podcast, as host Ben Carter interview Bay Area artist Whitney Smith on how to successfully promote your artwork via social media, and develop a solid online presence. This event, aptly titled, “Crafting Your Story Through Social Media,” has seating availability for only 40 guests, so reserve your spot soon – like, now. Admission is only $10.00, so call (510) 848-2390, or order online here. Artists, make your way to the Fourth & Clay Gallery at 2370 Fourth St. @ Channing Way (easy to remember, yes?), and discover some ideas on marketing your work. (We look forward to seeing you on Pinterest, Facebook, and any other platform you decide on!)

Aficionados of the piano, violin, classical music (or all three), and culture vultures in general have a treat in store this Sunday afternoon, when John Burke & Michael Jones, Piano and Violin take the stage at the Maybeck Recital Hall. In this small, intimate space at 1537 Euclid Ave., enjoy an afternoon of chamber music featuring selections from Brahms, Mozart, and Bach. There is no set admission price, but suggested donations of $15.00 ($10.00 for seniors and students) are encouraged. Seating is limited, so make your reservations via the Maybeck Studio for the Performing Arts website or email info@maybeckstudio.org for more info. (Sorry ladies and gentlemen, but we cannot find an available phone number.) The concert begins at 3:00, so please arrive on time. Although this is an experience for the ears, your eyes will want to see these musicians in action, so wear your glasses or contacts lenses.

Much abounds at this time of May. (But then again, it’s Berkeley…where there is always something going on. If you check out any of these events, enjoy! To learn about some other goings on in and around town, click here.


Thanks for reading…enjoy the weekend…and keep your sites on healthy vision.

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