West End Arts District is presenting the UPLIFT Premiere Party [1], an intimate evening of film screenings, music, and art exhibits this Thursday, November 9, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. George Spirits Visitors Center, 2601 Monarch St. on Alameda Point. And of course there’s a little additional perk—handcrafted St. George Spirits cocktails and delicious local cheeses.
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Shining a light on the artists working in our city [3], UPLIFT is a series of short dance films celebrating the talent and diversity of the Alameda arts scene. Set in a variety of locations across the Island, each film focuses on the work of one local artist.
Tara Pilbrow Dance [4], photographer Maurice Ramirez [5], and filmmaker Pons Maar [6] (also an actor, puppeteer, and artist) are thrilled to present the finished series in the intimate elegance of the St. George Spirits visitor center.
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Celebrate with the creative team behind the UPLIFT films as well as the four featured local artists. Enjoy live music from Benjamin Winter [8] and his band plus visual art by JP Frary [9], Shawn Hibmacronan [10], and Krystal Harfert [11].
The UPLIFT Premiere Party is a fundraiser for the future work of Tara Pilbrow Dance including a collaboration with Oakland’s BANDALOOP [12]. Tickets are $30 to $50 and are available for purchase online [13].