This week in Oakland: B2K and Bow Wow at the arena, and an evening of Persian culture to celebrate Nowruz
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This week in Oakland: B2K and Bow Wow at the arena, and an evening of Persian culture to celebrate Nowruz
"The folks behind the Days Like This party at the Lake Merritt Pergola are launching a new night time party at Oeste, a bar and eatery in Old Oakland. The live music kicks off with a set by DJ Black followed by live jazz with Morgan Simon and the Iya Lingua quartet (no cover with a dinner reservation)."
"A Persian classical trio composed of musicians Pezhham Akhavass (Persian tar), Aryan Rahmanian (Setar), and Ashkan Ghafouri (Persian Tombak drum) will join the Pezhham Tombak Ensemble in celebrating Persian New Year with a special show at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. The event is dedicated to Iranians who have lost their lives in the fight for democracy and freedom."
"Oakland Theater Project kicks off its newest season with seven productions that touch on what it's like to live in the "land of the free" at a time when democratic rights are shrinking and authoritaria"
Oakland's spring season features varied entertainment options across multiple venues and genres. Oakland Theater Project launches a new season with seven productions examining democratic rights and freedom in contemporary America. Nights Like This introduces live music events at Oeste in Old Oakland, featuring DJ sets and jazz performances with flexible pricing. The Oakland Asian Cultural Center hosts a Persian New Year celebration featuring classical musicians performing tar, setar, and tombak drum, accompanied by calligraphy demonstrations and local vendors. Additional spring events include punk rock performances and hip-hop shows. Community members can submit event suggestions via email or the events page submission form for inclusion in weekly listings.
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