S.F. MIME TROUPE FUNDRAISER 2024
FOR CONTINUED ARTIST FREEDOM IN SAN FRANCISCO
CONCERT ~ FESTIVAL
PROGRAM & SCHEDULE
FOOD AVAILABLE FROM 2:00PM TO 6:30PM BY BEYOND THE BORDER LATIN AMERICAN GRILL
RESTAURANT, FOOD TRUCK & CATERING COMPANY BASED IN SAN FRANCISCO.
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2:00PM - INSIDE & OUTSIDE STAGE - NINO MSK DJ SET
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Nino is a versatile DJ, radio host and producer born in Italy and based in SF since 2010. With more than two decades of experience, he has graced stages not only in his native country but also across Europe and the United States.
From the cozy ambiance of cafes to the vibrant energy of clubs, Nino’s performances have left a lasting impression on audiences far and wide, including notable appearances at events like Burning Man.
Nino is truly a skilled expert in understanding the crowd's tastes, and he has this incredible natural gift for crafting the ideal soundtrack for any event. His musical selections effortlessly harmonize with the ambiance of each venue, leaving everyone in awe of his talent.
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3:00PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - JOHNNY LONELY'S UNHAPPY HOUR
Johnny Lonely's Unhappy Hour isn't your typical band, they mix original songs, classic standards, and even improvised tunes. Johnny (a figment of Brian Lohmann’s tragi-comic imagination) and accompanist Joshua Raoul Brody (known for his work in the Rick & Ruby Show, The Residents and so much more) have collaborated for decades, co-founding BATS Improv and Pulp Playhouse, doing opera in Carnegie Hall with Overtone Theater, regaling tourists in a Las Vegas casino, and touring Europe. The band is known for its versatility, with Johnny's impressive vocals complemented by a rotating cast of talented musicians.
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3:20PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - BATS IMPROV
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BATS Improv is a professional theatre company and an artistic community that cultivates and innovates the craft of improvised theatre through engaging, playful, creative performance and training.
Founded in 1986, we are the most highly acclaimed and longest-running improvised theatre company and school in San Francisco and all of Northern California.
BATS Improv is more than a theatre company and a school. We are a center for improvised theatre — an integrated universe of improv. We are a community of people who share our vision, who want to challenge themselves, have fun, and connect with others who feel the same way.
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3:40PM - INSIDE STAGE - PRETTY SIRIUS
Pretty Sirius is a San Francisco-based jazz, folk Americana trio featuring Colin O’Leary, Amy Carr and Oliver Levy bringing a potent blend of fresh original tunes to the scene interspersed with reinterpreted classics. Described as musicians of musicality, the fusion draws listeners into a sonic sound bath of rich melodies, harmonies, improvisation and insightful lyrics. Their unique cocktail takes listeners on an unexpected journey by delivering raw social commentary with a side of sugar while exploring the depths of what it means to be human in a world that is spinning 67.000 miles mph around the sun while the brightest star in Earth's night sky takes note.
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4:00PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - PATRICK BYERS / SUNSET TAXI SERVICE
San Francisco’s Sunset Taxi Service is its newest, and also possibly its foggiest, surf band. Born and formed a block from Ocean Beach, they represent music of various surf scenes from across space and time. This is more than just your standard issue surf rock, although that’s tossed in the burrito, too. The instrumental experiment is driven by James Stafford on drums, Toads Marcelino on bass, Fletcher Nielsen on keyboards. Liz Larson is featured on trombone, and the music is led by guitarist/ saxophonist Patrick Byers.
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4:30PM - INSIDE STAGE - ORCHESTRA GOLD
OG’s vibrant sound is spearheaded by the dynamic Mariam Diakite, whose raw, hypnotic vocals deliver heartfelt and thought-provoking lyrics in the highly symbolic Bambara language. While paying homage to Malian musical traditions, this fierce new sound thrives with heavy swinging rhythms, a funky fresh brass section, and cosmic guitar licks. With last year's release of their third album, Medicine, this profoundly spiritual and dance-inducing ensemble continues their pursuit of spreading healing and community through the universal gift of music.
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5:20PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - DANIEL EUGENE
Daniel Eugene is seasoned lyricist, whose live performance is a blend of hip hop purism and punk rock energy. His stage presence is immediately notable, leaving everything on the stage as only he can. Don’t take our word for it, see for yourselves.
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5:40PM - INSIDE STAGE - NORTHERN WASTE
Hailing from San Francisco, Northern Waste is a high-energy rock band known for their eclectic sound. Fronted by Devin Walker, their music blends influences from hard rock and punk to blues and funk
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6:00PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - GRAHAM NORWOOD
https://grahamnorwoodmusic.com/
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Graham Norwood is a singer, songwriter, and guitar player based in the San Francisco Bay Area who has used music to overcome challenges throughout his life. After leaving music for a while, he returned to it to deal with a heartbreak, and this difficult experience is reflected in his album "Out of the Sea." The album showcases his vocals and a variety of musical styles.
Norwood is also legally blind, and music has been a way for him to transcend his disability. It is a journey that he details further in his biography..
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6:40PM - INSIDE STAGE - STEREO GLITTER FT. PUPPY DUDE
With a wild mix of Psychedelic punk "rawk" they will blow your mind away!
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7:20PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - BANDA SIN NOMBRE
https://www.bandasinnombre.com/
Banda Sin Nombre combines folk music from around the world with performance art, drag, and dance. With creative roots in San Francisco’s Mission District, the band features rich vocal harmonies with acoustic instruments including guitar, fiddle, charango, jarana, cajon, upright bass, and saxophone. The band’s musical influences range from Peruvian chicha to Catalan rumba and Appalachian old time to Cumbia.
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7:30PM - INSIDE STAGE - NEETO & THE MOSQUITOS
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Combining pineapple pyrotechnics, introspective songwriting, funny stories, left field covers, and the occasional fishing rod solo, Neeto is the unique music project of Van Goat keyboardist Ben Einstein.
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8:00PM - INSIDE STAGE - DESTINY ARTS
Located in Oakland, California, Destiny Arts is a haven for creative youth development. Founded in 1988, their mission is to empower young people through artistic expression and social change. They offer after-school programs in dance, theater, and martial arts, fostering self-confidence, leadership skills, and conflict resolution. Destiny Arts places a strong emphasis on building a peaceful community. Their instructors are professionals who utilize the arts to equip youth with the tools to navigate challenges and become agents for positive social change.
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8:20PM - INSIDE STAGE - THE LIVE OAKS
https://www.theliveoaksband.com/
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Hailing from the hills of Oakland, California, The Live Oaks are a rising Americana band bringing back the spirit of classic San Francisco rock. With a sound reminiscent of the 60s and 70s, they crank out original music that blends rock and roll energy with the storytelling soul of Americana. The Live Oaks are known for their energetic live shows, drawing inspiration from the city's rich musical history. Whether it's a catchy rocker or a heartfelt ballad, their music promises a dose of nostalgia and good vibes.
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9:00PM - OUTSIDE STAGE - SOFIA MAGDALENA & RUE MCKOY
Singer-songwriter duet who indulge in Caribbean, jazz and rock elements for a musical fusion in their originals and covers.
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9:10PM - INSIDE STAGE - BOW & ARROW CIRCUS
https://bowandarrowcircus.wordpress.com/
Founded by a group of talented women, this San Francisco-based troupe blends circus arts with theatrical storytelling. Their innovative shows weave together acrobatics, aerials, and dance with original narratives, often drawing inspiration from literature or music. Past productions have tackled themes ranging from Pink Floyd albums to Roman pagan festivals, all with a healthy dose of humor and a touch of the unexpected. Bow & Arrow Circus is known for its intimate performances, creating a captivating blend of physical feats and artistic expression.
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9:45PM - INSIDE STAGE - GRAHAM PATZNER
Graham Patzner is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and leader of the Bay Area Indie rock band Whiskerman. Born into a musical family, Patzner studied classically since 5 years old. He attended Rutgers University for the Mason Gross conservatory for theater and blends his musical training and theater training into an experience that is uniquely instinctual and expressive. Ever chameleonic, Patzner can cross multiple musical genres in both improvisation and composition.
Powerful songs, emotional and energetic live shows, and a signature soulful voice have made Patzner a staple in the SF Bay Area music scene for over 10 years. After making 4 albums with Whiskerman, Patzner released a solo record, “Ballads”. Patzner has opened for notable acts such as Jesca Hoop and Jon Batiste and worked with producers Tony Berg and Jeff Saltzman. Patzner recently released “Kingdom Illusion” through Whiskerman and continues to release singles through his solo project.
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