MUSIC
Sholi, Odawas, Garrett Pierce
Today, 8 p.m., $6
Luigi’s Fun Garden in Sacramento
It’s a trifecta of excellent artists at tonight’s show, which is presented by Cool As Folk. And there’s a little something for everyone – a bit of catchy art-rock from Sholi, a touch of ethereal minimalist psychedelic from Berkeley duo Odawas and some quality folk from Garrett Pierce. For a preview of Pierce’s newest album All Masks, check out page 4!
Simple Creation, Cesura, Absolute Zero, Bloodshot Pizza, Bad Rocket
Today, 8 p.m., $10
The Boardwalk in Orangevale
So you can’t judge a book by its cover, but does that apply to bands? Originally known as Leather Pizza, the boys behind Bloodshot Pizza decided that blood was more metal than leather. Maybe so, but I think that they might need to rethink their priorities if they thought the word “pizza” was hardcore.
Sholi, What’s Up, Odawas, Buildings Breeding
Friday, 4:30 p.m., free
Delta of Venus
Before you start pre-partying for that party the night before the all-day rager that is Picnic Day, take a little break with this free outdoor show. All the bands on the line-up are celebrating their new releases.
KDVS Picnic Day Stage: State Cap, Paper Scissors Rock, PETS, Sholi, Mucky the Ducky
Saturday, noon to 5 p.m., free
Hunt Hall
Be sure to take some time out while you’re stumbling around campus incoherently to see any of these great bands. Straight from the hardcore streets of the dirty 530 is band Paper Scissors Rock, whose synths bring a little crunch to their catchy pop rock.
Davis Dance Revolution 2009
Saturday, 7:30 p.m., $12 presale and $15 at the door for general admission, $10 presale and $12 at the door with a student ID
Freeborn Hall
This DDR brings a stock of dancers not of the typical, arcade-playing fare, showcasing traditional and modern dances. This year’s event includes performances from Na Keiko ‘O Hawaii, MK Modern and the UC Davis Chinese Dance and Arts Club.
Afroman, Tre Mak, Smoke, Nifty, H. Letham
Saturday, 8 p.m., $15 in advance, $18 day of show
The Boardwalk in Orangevale
Don’t be surprised if you smell a certain skunk-like stench or find yourself surrounded by bleary-eyed showgoers – after all, this is a man whose biggest hit is a song called “Because I Got High.” And hey, maybe after the show we can go the park after dark or sing them dirty rap songs.
The Devil Wears Prada, A Day to Remember, Sky Eats Airplane, Emarosa
Sunday, 6:30 p.m., $16.50 in advance, $18 day of show
The Boardwalk in Orangevale
Sure, I could make fun of the Myspace-Hot Topic-emo-scene nature of an event like this, but that would be too easy … or would it? I suggest you find out for yourself, dear reader.
Katharina Ullman, Lacey Macri, Osabear, Olive Drive
Sunday, 8 p.m., free, 21 Sophia’s Thai Kitchen
Allergies aren’t the only thing to come with spring – it also marks the beginning of the music season at Sophia’s! Expect a lot of acoustic goodness with this unofficial kick off of the Sophia’s season, which brings some of the best and brightest of the local music scene. Underage beebs, one solution, two words: Balcony B.
Bloc Party, Menomena
Tuesday, 8 p.m., $29.90 Freeborn Hall
Okay, Bloc Party’s cool and British and all, but I tire easily and can only shuffle awkwardly along to the beat for so long. And personally, I’m more excited for Menomena, a Portland-based band who never fails to get my spine tinglin‘ with their pulsating bassline and awesome vocals. Tapes n‘ Tapes or TV on the Radio fans, get on it.
AT THE MOVIES
Davis Feminist Film Festival
Today and Friday, 7 p.m., $18 general admission, $12 with a student ID
Veteran’s Memorial Theatre at 14th Street
In its fourth year, the festival uses film and other forms of digital media to challenge issues like sexism, racism and homophobia. For more information, check out “Films with a feminist edge.“
THEATRE / MONDAVI
Main Stage Dance/Theatre Festival
Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m.
Main Theatre, Wright Hall
Elements of dance and theater are combined for this annual festival, which will showcase six separate works from undergraduate students and MFA candidates. To purchase tickets, visit theatredance.ucdavis.edu.
RACHEL FILIPINAS can be arts@theaggie.org.
