COLLAGE is an arts venue in San Pedro that opened in July 2021.
The mission of COLLAGE is to serve both the local and broader community with programs that are adventurous yet accessible. This is done by taking an expansive view of art that can include the visual, performative, culinary, and literary world, and making culture inclusive to consider ethnicity, affinity, ability, and emerging ways people are brought together. COLLAGE builds relationships with artistic and cultural communities and provides a space where they may come together to teach, learn, and entertain.
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Basic Guitar Lessons with Rebecca Lynn
SATURDAYS SEPTEMBER 13, 1 PM
Always wanted to play the guitar, or played a long time ago and forgot most of what you learned? Music teacher Rebecca Lynn will conduct a series of six small-group sessions to instruct you and build your confidence. Adults and young players welcome. Students will learn basic scales and simple tunes to build your confidence. Don’t have a guitar? We have some to loan!
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Opening Reception: Music Photography by Dani Crum
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 3-5 PM
Dani Crum shot hundreds of images at our recent International Make Music Day Festival, and some of her best work will be on display at Collage in September and October. These portraits of musicians capture the passion of making music, and you’ll want to see them. The reception is free, but we appreciate your RSVP.
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People Off Track - Scenes From The Actor’s Jungle
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 7:30 PM
We live each day imagining how our lives will go, how our problems will resolve - and then they don’t. The Actor’s Jungle invites you behind the curtain in an acting class to experience a series of short scenes exploring this dilemma. How do we cope when our plans, our dreams, and our hopes are derailed? It brings out the best in some, the worst in others, and it’s on stage tonight.
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SunDaze Concert: The Dime Box Band
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 4 PM
The Sundaze at Collage series presents the Dime Box Band, a five-piece group that has the unmistakable rapport of a family band. Two generations of musicians sing and play a blend of country-folk and solid rock and roll accented with Appalachian harmonies, fiddle, and chiming mandolin. The sound is unique and engaging, the songs original and fresh, and a good time is had by all.
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Sunday Ukulele Jam with Taeri & Katie
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2 PM
Join Taeri Schiffman and Katie Blanchard of Popoki House every Third Sunday of the month from 2 PM to 4 PM for our revamped Ukulele Jam. Sign up in advance to get a list of tunes to be played and the sheet music. There will be time for solo tunes if there is a favorite you would like to share. All skill levels welcome!
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Acoustic Roots Session with Rebecca Lynn - September
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 6 PM
Looking for a place to break out that guitar, fiddle, mandolin, or banjo and celebrate American music? Join the circle at Collage for an evening of music and song that celebrates traditions including Appalachian, old-time, country blues, and acoustic folk. Rebecca Lynn will lead the session, which will finish with a jam on a classic. Sign up to get a list of some tunes that will be played during the evening or drop in!
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“Remembering” with Aristides Rivas & Meena Malik
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 7:30 PM
“Remembering” is more than a concert—it’s a journey through the heart of the immigrant experience, woven together with evocative music and poignant storytelling. Acclaimed vocalist Meena Malik and masterful cellist Aristides Rivas bring their personal stories to life, blending song and narrative in a deeply moving exploration of memory, identity, and transformation.
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Jazz Guitar Workshop with Derek Bomback
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 11 AM
Already play guitar and interested in improving your skills at jazz? This small-group guitar workshop led by music veteran Derek Bomback will help you think about the structure of different styles of jazz, as well as teaching some techniques that will add color to your playing. Bring your guitar and be ready to join in! Tickets available: 12
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Dave Williams & MBT, plus The Daniel Wijedasa Quintet
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 7:30 PM
Trumpeter Dave Williams leads MBT (MajicBulletTheory), which has a bag of tricks that include soulful versions of classic tunes and the band's originals. This music collective has been playing together for over fifteen years and has an almost telepathic groove as they belt out a spiritual and funky stew that is all their own. Opening will be baritone saxophonist and composer Daniel Wijedasa, and his dynamic quintet who bring exploration and energy to jazz originals and standards.
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Actor's Jungle Workshop
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 6 PM
Interested in developing skills that will help you be successful in live theater or in front of a camera? Award-winning actor William August works with a small class to develop your talent. This is one of a series of workshops with friendly, supportive coaching that can lead to casting in productions great and small.
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Folk Jazz Fusion with Hebrew Hancock
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5, 7:30 PM
Led by trumpeter Joshua Zeitlin, Hebrew Hancock is a five piece creative music ensemble that seamlessly fuses modern Jazz with traditional Hasidic melodies and folk rock. The band returns to Collage with a new set of exciting originals and meaningful arrangements for a beautiful evening of music and community.
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The Many Flavors of Jazz, with the Itty Bitty Big Band
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 3 PM
The Itty Bitty Big Band is one of our most popular performing groups, having sold out three concerts with their infectious and lively explorations of classic jazz. At this show they will show off the depth and variety of their repertoire, hopping through a century of the development of America’s unique musical form.
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Daring Compositions and Collective Improvisations with Love Call
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11, 7:30 PM
Love Call is a collaborative trio consisting of NYC saxophonist Max Bessesen, Chicago bassist Ethan Philion, and Milwaukee drummer Devin Drobka. The trio has a distinctive musical approach marked by a congenial sense of trust and an intuitive group language. Their performances feature free improvisation and melodic compositions.
Philion is praised by the Washington Post for his "astounding musicality" while Bessesen is described by JAZZIZ as “stirringly emotive.” Chicago Reader calls Drobka’s playing “pithy..There isn't much that sounds like this today."
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SunDaze Concert: Rockabilly From Outer Space with Seatbelt
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 4 PM
Buckle up and get ready for the final show in the Sundaze at Collage series! Seatbelt is a three-piece that plays original, Roots-Rockabilly-inspired tunes. If you hear a little surf music in the mix, that’s not your imagination. Thumping upright bass, twangy guitar, spankin’ drums and hillbilly harmonies will make this an upbeat, rockin’ show!
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Guitars, Rails, Roads, & Blues with Eric Allen
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 7:30 PM
Following successful tours of Asia and Great Britain, acoustic blues troubadour Eric Allen brings his story songs of authentic Americana to Collage. His delivery is warm and soulful, propelling songs that muse on life, express measured hope, and occasionally just exult about the little joys of life. Come out for an evening of six-string storytelling!
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Jazz with Derek Bomback & The Serenity Band
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 7:30 PM
Derek Bomback is a native of the South Bay and San Pedro who has brought his music to international stages. He’s back with a new sound that blends jazz, fusion, world music, minimalism and the avant garde. Hear this unique approach with The Serenity Band featuring Tony Green on electric and acoustic bass & Breeze Smith on drums and percussion for this special evening.