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Visual Arts

Oakland's history has become a commodity now that the DNA of the city is being rearranged while we watch with a mix of excitement, pride, opposition and bewilderment. What have we gained? What are we losing? Is this what we want, and how do we relate to this new city?  
 
 

Performing Arts

Theater review: Dan Hoyle uncovers red-state rage in powerful 'Real Americans'
The writer/performer spent 100 days traveling Middle America to research his solo piece on rural people and values. 

 
The cast and company works magic tailoring the big musical for the small Campbell Theatre in Martinez.