The Grand Opening of Generation: Beat! Celebrating, Celebrating The Art & Literary Genius of Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Art Exhibition. A "Beat Era Happening" will be produced by Obtainium Works. Live music in the Temple Art Lofts Gallery features the Adam Briere Trio. Art Galleries, shops and restaurants will be available to patrons wanting an expanded art and music experience. The Temple Art Lofts Gallery will feature and extensive collection of Ferlinghetti paintings. Informational videos will be available in the gallery about the artist and his work. The Ferlinghetti Art Collection is provided courtesy of the Rena Branson Gallery and the LF trust. Jerry Cimino will be bringing the historic Beat Museum mobile unit, he provide information and talks in the Empress Lounge. New York-based drummer, student, and Bay Area native Adam Briere started playing the drums at the early age of five, influenced by the works of greats such as John Bonham, Elvin Jones, Mitch Mitchell, Stewart Copeland, and Philly Joe Jones. Adam co-leads a trio with New School alums, that performs regularly in New York, and throughout the North and West Coasts. Adam has performed at Nublu, Yoshi’s, the Blue Whale, SF’s Fleet Week, Summer Stage in Central Park, Modern Sky Music Festival, Charlie Parker Jazz Festival and The Royal Room, along with many others. This event is free. Apres the Trio on the Empress Theatre Main Stage, world renowned trumpeter, Jeff Bordes & Friends will perform onstage with an All-Star cast of six musical greats at 8:30 pm, an after concert jam session in the Empress Lounge, visit Mr. Ric's Gallery inside the lounge.
Saturday May 28, 2022
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
May 28, 2022 - 6:00pm
Empress Theatre and Temple Art Lofts
Free Event
JoAnn Wray
Empress Theatre
Box Office
707-552-2400
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