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From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris Francis

University of California Davis Davis

JAN 23 THRU APR 23. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEUM. Showcases the colorful & imaginative footwear created by Los Angeles-based shoe designer Chris Francis. His work combines global shoemaking traditions & techniques, with references to the built environment such as industrial design & brutalist architecture as well as 20th-century art movements & punk rock. Opening reception Jan 24 @ 6:30p. Gallery open weekdays, 12p–4p. Free

free

Louise McGowan Bezark: DIVERGENT

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THRU APRIL 24. THE ARTERY. Features gourd sculptures by Louise McGowan Bezark. Reception 4/14. 7p–9p.

Free

Annual Ceramics Exhibition

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

APRIL 5 THRU MAY 7. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. Features some of the most intriguing ceramic artists from around the country. Free

Free

Somewhere Beyond Time: Maxine Solomon

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

THRU APRIL 11 – MAY 7. PENCE GALLERY. Series of nonrepresentational oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity & energy. Reminiscent of Solomon’s experiences living in Northern California & abroad.

Free
Ongoing

Art by Cathi Newlin & Toni Rizzo

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. A joint exhibit featuring the work of painter Toni Rizzo, of Davis, and sculptor Cathi Newlin, of Sacramento. Both artists have a light-hearted, playful take on artmaking that leads them to explore imagery full of fantasy, surrealism, or comedic exaggeration.

Free

Disney’s Lion King, Jr.

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and “Hakuna Matata,” The Lion King is a story about identity, family, and responsibility that is enjoyed worldwide by people of all ages. $10.

$10

Disney’s Lion King, Jr.

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY. Featuring classic songs from the film such as “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King” and “Hakuna Matata,” The Lion King is a story about identity, family, and responsibility that is enjoyed worldwide by people of all ages. $10.

$10

Gallery 1855 April Art Exhibit

Gallery 1855 820 Pole Line Rd, Davis

GALLERY 1855. Artwork of Cedric Williams on exhibit from April 3rd through April 28th. Free

Free

Near and Far: The World in Focus

Gallery 625 625 Court St, Erwin Meier Admin Building, Woodland

GALLERY 625. The work of local and regional photographers, including Woodland Camera Forum members, in an exhibition that highlights unique and unexpected perspectives of people, places, and things from around the world. Opening reception 4/7. Free

Free

Maxine Solomon: Somewhere Beyond Time

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Maxine Solomon’s current series of nonrepresentational oil paintings are about exploration, spontaneity, and energy. This exhibit is generously sponsored by Pat & Hoy Carman. Free

Free

Moments in Time & Space

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Moments in Time & Space is an exhibit featuring ceramic artists Claudia Tarantino, Daniel Alejandro Trejo & Bill Heiderich. Through May 12. Free

Free

Young Frankenstein

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18

$9 – $30

Young Frankenstein

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Broook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-18

$9 – $30

Young Frankenstein

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30

$9 – $30

UC Davis Farmer’s Market

UC Davis Quad

UC DAVIS WEST QUAD. A seasonal on-campus extension of the Davis Farmers Market designed to promote student health & locally produced & campus-grown food products. Fall & Spring quarters 11a–1:30p.

Young Frankenstein

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The electrifying adaptation of Mel Brook’s monstrously funny film. Fri & Sat at 7:30p, Sun at 2p. $9-30

$9 – $30

Spork Food Hub Farm Stand

SPORK Food Hub 1224 Lemen Ave, Woodland

SPORK FOOD HUB. Weekly farm stand at the Cannery. Market items include: local produce from family farms, pasture raised pork, honey, jam and freshly milled flour. 2—6p

Davis Farmers Market

Central Park 101 C St, Davis

CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.

Open Ceilings Spring Launch

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM. UCD undergraduate-run literary magazine celebrates the launch of their eighth issue, Spring 2023: Exit 71. 6p–8p. Free

Free

Figure Drawing Group

Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Drop-in, self-guided sessions with a nude model every 2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month. Limited to 10 participants. Register online. 6:30p–9p. $22

$22

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Jackson Hall, Mondavi Center

MONDAVI CTR. A company dedicated to enriching the American modern dance heritage & preserving the African-American cultural experience. Performances feature both timeless classics & daring new works. 7:30p. $15–$79

$15 – $79

Woodstock’s Weekly Pies and Pints

Woodstock’s Pizza (Woodstock’s) 219 G St., Davis

WOODSTOCK’S. First pint is full price, but you get to keep the glass—& every pint after that night is 50% off for the night. Ask the bartenders when you arrive. 8p to close.