So much exciting stuff going on in the area where we are filming our documentary "5 Blocks". It's becoming a full-time job to keep up (
we may need to find funding for an intern.)
Here are a few of the highlights that we found interesting this week...
Refinery29 loves the new Copla Press @6th and Market
Tour The Vintage Newsstand That Has Us Entirely Charmed
If you ask us, there’s nothing quite like the spark of inspiration that comes from perusing the pages of your fave printed publication. Whether moseying around a library or hitting up a newsstand — print is still a very major wellspring of creativity, for us. So, you could imagine our excitement when we hit up S.F. newsstand
Colpa Press — an
innovative kiosk dedicated to bringing us the most beautiful independent journals, books, cards, and posters around.
Rebecca at the Central Market Partnership writes a wonderful article about A.C.T.'s purchase of the Strand Theater and what that could mean for the area.
The American Conservatory Theater‘s (A.C.T.) recent purchase of the former Strand theater at 1127 Market Street provides another boost to the revitalization of Central Market. The project – which is now entering the early planning stages – has the potential to help transform and activate Market Street between 7th and 8th Streets.The Strand was one of approximately 20 theaters that lined Market Street from the 1920′s through the post World War II era. According to Jack Tillmany’s book, “Theatres of San Francisco“, there were over 25,000 seats along Market Street, which represented approximately one-quarter of San Francisco’s total inventory. During this time, every first run American-made film opened along Market Street. From the Fox Theatre at 1350 Market Street to the Silver Palace at 727 Market Street, this six block span bustled with activity and vibrancy as crowds lined up to see Hollywood’s latest release.
Full article here
Me and My ____ Opening Reception
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| Artwork by Spencer Keeton Cunningham. Courtesy of the luggage store |
When: Saturday, April 7, 7-10 p.m.
Where: the luggage store, 1007 Market Street
Cost: FREE
Me and My ____ is an exhibition of five emerging young Bay Area multimedia artists, exploring the concept of collaborative engagement through an assortment of paintings, video, and sculpture. They transform the luggage store into the ultimate interactive installation through group efforts, allowing for moments of particularity in the process.
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Erik Parra: Cardinal Shift Opening Reception
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Courtesy of Satellite66
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When: Friday, April 13, 7-10 p.m.
Where: Satellite66, 66 Sixth Street
Cost: FREE
Cardinal Shift features new paintings from Central Market-based artist, Erik Parra, exploring the contemporary urban condition. In this new body of representational paintings, he points his lens at concepts of success, prosperity, and conveyance, and focuses on where they collide. This exhibition is on view at Satellite66 through May 5.
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Alonzo King LINES Ballet Open Rehearsal
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Courtesy of LINES Ballet
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When: Wednesday, April 25, 2-3 p.m.
Where: Alonzo King LINES Dance Center, 26 7th Street, 5th Floor
Cost: FREE
Internationally acclaimed dance company, Alonzo King LINES Ballet, is opening its doors for a FREE open rehearsal. You don't want to miss this rare opportunity to see what happens behind the scenes!
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First Exposures Benefit: Looking Forward, Giving Back
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Courtesy of SF Camerawork
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When: Thursday, April 26, 7-9 p.m.
Where: SF Camerawork, 1101 Market Street, 2nd Floor
Join SF Camerawork for Looking Forward, Giving Back the third annual celebration of photography, music and community benefiting First Exposures, SF Camerawork's youth mentoring program. The evening will feature a silent auction of student and mentor photography; delectable hors d'oeuvres and libations; music with DJ Ry Toast; and a presentation by First Exposures young artists and alumni.
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