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In the SXSW, Grierson, and British Independent Film Award-winning Grand Theft Hamlet (2024), actors Sam Crane and Mark Oosterveen find themselves out of work when theaters shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. Uncertain about their futures, they turn to the virtual space of Grand Theft Auto Online, embarking on the improbable project of casting and producing a live staging of William Shakespeare’s Hamlet within the game’s chaotic landscape. Directed by Sam Crane and Pinny Grylls, the documentary is comprised entirely of in-game footage, with all of the subjects depicted by their online avatars. The film chronicles the challenges of mounting theater in an unconventional space—from scouting locations and coordinating auditions with players around the globe to navigating rehearsal conflicts—while also capturing unexpected moments of connection during a period of global isolation. Both a celebration of the creative possibilities shared by theater, video games, and cinema, and a poignant reflection on the artistic process, Grand Theft Hamlet explores the enduring human need for connection through art.

Please note: This event will not feature a screening of the documentary. The format for this event will be a live discussion between filmmakers Sam Crane and Pinny Grylls, and moderator Miguel Penabella (Carsey-Wolf Center, UCSB). They will discuss the making of Grand Theft Hamlet, and the process of casting, producing, rehearsing, and staging a live production of Hamlet in Grand Theft Auto Online. Patrons may choose to watch the film in advance of this discussion via MUBI, which offers a special sixty day student membership trial (and a seven day non-student membership trial), but advance viewing of the film will not be necessary to appreciate the discussion.

This event is presented in conjunction with the UCSB Library exhibition Infinite Variety: The Many Lives of Shakespeare’s Texts.

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Join the Santa Barbara Master Chorale for an exciting concert season, beginning with
Gabriel Faure’s Requiem and John Rutter’s Gloria. Performances will be on November 11th and 12th at First Presbyterian Church, 21 E. Constance, Santa Barbara.

We welcome all singers with choral experience. Auditions begin Tuesday, September 6, at 6:30 pm. Rehearsals begin August 29, and are held Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 in the chapel of First Presbyterian Church.

To arrange for an audition, please call 805-563-2360 (leave message), or email sbmasterchorale@gmail.com.


Santa Barbara Master Chorale
David Lozano Torres, Artistic Director

ReFrame brings together artists, culture-makers, and innovators to share strategies, connect with peers, and shape our region’s creative future. Through series of lightning talks, hands-on workshops, strategic planning sessions, and dedicated IRL connection time, our program has been designed to not only advance your creative practice, but also building meaningful relationships and helping craft a bold vision for Ventura County’s creative economy.

Sunday, April 6th, 2025 / 10am-6pm

Tickets @ $28.52+fees each. Grab your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reframe-ventura-county-tickets-1255090121339?aff=oddtdtcreator

Let’s create live theatre together! Now in its 53rd year of Theatre for Youth, the Santa Monica Playhouse Diversity-in-Education Conservatory is delighted to offer a one-week Winter Break Theatre Camp for kids 6 to 14. Activities include theatre games, voice and movement, acting, imagination building, writing, costume creation, self-confidence, making friends and a LIVE, IN-PERSON PERFORMANCE on the last day. Enrollment is limited. “Thank you for teaching me and helping me grow as an actor and person throughout the years. I am eternally grateful for everything you have done for me.” Diana Silvers (Booksmart, Ma, Space Force)

Santa Monica Playhouse Diversity-in-Education Conservatory alumni include Kate Hudson, Jason Ritter, Jason Segel, Cody Saunders, Rina Mimoun, Shana Feste, Karen Fukuhara, Liz Dean and Gadi Dechter.

9am-3pm, Tuesday through Friday, Dec 26-29.

Please email education@santamonicaplayhouse.com for more details and to enroll. Let’s create holiday theatre magic together soon!

Professional Musicians' Stories & Insights into the Industry
Presented by OPAC + Jose Cano (Las Cafeteras)

Join us for an evening of informal conversation at Heritage Square's Hall + Chapel. Celebrating the exceptional talent of women in music, this event promises to be an unforgettable and intimate experience where musicians share stories and insights from their experiences in music. Join us before and after the event for mingling at Pipiripau (@5:30pm) and the 1901 Speakeasy (afterwards), both located at Heritage Square.

"Women in Music" Panel featuring:
>> LUPITA INFANTE
Singer-Songwriter, 2x GRAMMY nominated, 1x Latin GRAMMY-nominated recording artist. Grandaughter of Pedro Infante.
>> MIREYA RAMOS
Latin GRAMMY Winner, Multi Latin GRAMMY and GRAMMY nominated Vocalist, Musician, Composer, Producer, Arranger and founder of Flor de Toloache (all female mariachi group)
>> ANGELA GONZALEZ
Professional Sound Engineer for international touring band Las Cafeteras, Engineer at Legendary Rehearsal Studio Mates, the Regent, The Echo

Free + Open to the Public

Tuesday, February 6th, 2024 @ Heritage Square
715 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030

Doors 6pm | Event 6:30-8:30pm | Pre-event Gathering at Pipiripau @ 5:30pm
Post-event Mingling at 1901 Speakeasy

Thank you to our sponsors:
@Downtown Oxnard
@American Cleaners
@Port of Hueneme

Let’s create spectacular theatre together! Now in its 56th year of Theatre for Youth, the Santa Monica Playhouse Diversity-in-Education Conservatory is delighted to offer one-week Winter Break Theatre Camp for kids 6 to 14. Activities include theatre games, voice, movement, acting, imagination building, writing, costume creation, self-confidence, making friends and a LIVE PERFORMANCE on the last day. Enrollment is limited. “Thank you for teaching me and helping me grow as an actor and person throughout the years. I am eternally grateful for everything you have done for me.” Diana Silvers (Booksmart, Ma, Space Force)

Santa Monica Playhouse Diversity-in-Education Conservatory alumni include Kate Hudson, Jason Ritter, Jason Segel, Diana Silvers, Cody Saunders, Rina Mimoun, Shana Feste, Karen Fukuhara, Liz Dean and Gadi Dechter.

Friday through Monday, December 26-29, 2025

Sessions meet daily 9am-3pm

Email education@santamonicaplayhouse.com for more details and to enroll. Let’s create holiday theatre magic together soon!

Grab a glass and join us for this presentation in your living room!

Author and UC Santa Barbara Alum Renée Patin Farrington reminisces about student life as well as the fashions and fun on campus and in Santa Barbara in the latter half of the 1950s.

UC Santa Barbara moved to its Goleta location in 1954 with a student body numbering a little over 1,700. For the next several years most of the buildings on campus were leftovers from the World War II-era Marine base – a far cry from the major educational institution of today.

--- About the Speaker ---

Renée Patin Farrington is the author and publisher of In the Shadow of the Sign, a personal memoir of her upbringing in Southern California as the daughter of a Disney animator.

This talk is VIRTUAL and FREE. Register for the Zoom webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_31DeeS6uQz6bnBeXvhVaKA#/registration

Come sing with us!

Singers with choral experience are invited to join us as we prepare for Santa Barbara Master Chorale’s performance of “The Light So Shines”—a holiday celebration of hope, joy, and our gift of light to the world. Performances will be on December 6 & 7, 2025. Rehearsals begin on September 2, 2025, and auditions will be held on September 2, 9, and 16 between 5:00 and 6:40 p.m. in the sanctuary at First Presbyterian Church (corner of Constance Ave. and State St. in Santa Barbara).

Email dr.davidlozanotorres@gmail.com to arrange for an audition. If you are accepted, plan on singing with the chorus at the rehearsal after your audition. For more information, go to http://www.sbmasterchorale.org.

Westerlay Orchids annual Christmas Open House is near! Happening December 4th from 3pm-6pm at their Retail Showroom. With a special guest, the one and only Saint Nick aka, Santa, will be there with lots of cheer!

- Who: Westerlay Orchids
- What: Holiday Party!
- When: Thursday, December 4th, 2025 – 3PM – 6PM
- Where: 3504 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013

Santa will be making a special appearance starting at 3:30pm (TBD) for photos. You don’t want to miss out on getting a complimentary postcard print out of this!

Come and enjoy wine, treats, coffee and lots of Christmas Cheer! Westerlay will be raffling off a beautiful orchid every 30 minutes of the event!

In honor of National Recovery Month, Good Samaritan Shelter will be hosting events to bring people together and celebrate individuals and families in recovery while showcasing the incredible resources and support systems available throughout the surrounding communities.


Save the Date and Join Us:
Recovery Day – Santa Maria
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Good Samaritan Campus, 401 W Morrison
Recovery Day – Santa Barbara
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Carousel House, 223 E Cabrillo


Community organizations can host a booth at any or all of these events. This is a great opportunity to connect with the community and celebrate recovery. Please contact Kirsten Cahoon, GSS Director of Homeless Services, at kcahoon@goodsamaritanshelter.org or (805)354-9307.