We are one step closer towards a new arts facility on Alameda Point. On March 23, the Planning Board unanimously approved the development plan amendment for the Radium Theatre Performing Arts Center. Karin K. Jensen reports that the center would have a 550-seat theater, restaurant, and rooftop bar. https://alamedapost.com/news/planning-board-advances-new-radium-theater-performing-arts-center/

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One of the world’s most celebrated ocean photography exhibitions, "Ocean Photographer of the Year," will be installed for one month inside an historic World War II Hangar at Alameda Point. The exhibit opens with a gala on April 24. Photo by Romain Barats. https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/u-s-premiere-ocean-photographer-year-exhibition-open-april-24/

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West End Arts District Executive Director Tara Pilbrow invites the community to FOCUS Fest, the opening celebration of the “In Plain Site” photography festival on May 9. She also introduces two artists, Barbara Boissevain and Noah Berger, who are "sharing local stories on a national stage." https://alamedapost.com/op-ed/fire-water-local-photographers-amplify-climate-stories/

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Alameda’s much-loved annual celebration of Latin culture, Fiesta Alameda, has been cancelled for 2025. West End Arts District Executive Director Tara Pilbrow explains the difficult decision, which came after the loss of a major corporate sponsor and reduced state funding. Photo by Maurice Ramirez. https://alamedapost.com/features/alameda-life/fiesta-alameda-2025-canceled-lack-funding/

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As the year draws to a close, Gene Kahane awards "Alameda’s Five Most Magnificent Art Events of 2024." Which art event do you think deserved an accolade? https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/alamedas-five-most-magnificent-art-events-2024/

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What's that in the sky? Oakland-based vertical dance innovator BANDALOOP comes to Alameda Point for a series of three performances as part of Alameda’s 'Rising Tides' public arts initiative. See them Thursday through Saturday, September 26-28.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/vertical-dance-troupe-bandaloop-to-dance-on-hangar-25/

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For hardcore dance fans, curious adventurers, and casual drifters, the Runway Dance Festival on May 4-5 offers dance, music, and the opportunity to discover leading Bay Area dance companies. Karin K. Jensen talks with Festival Artistic Director Tara Pilbrow about the upcoming performances.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/free-runway-dance-festival-to-showcase-bay-area-dance/

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Mark your calendars for May 13 to experience the free Art of San Quentin exhibit at the Healing Gardens. Experience visual art, live performances, and video installations. Two free walking tours are available by online reservation, and the spots are filling quickly.

https://alamedapost.com/features/arts/art-of-san-quentin-exhibit-to-feature-work-of-death-row-artists/

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