MUSIC
Search Party 2009: Grandmother Ham, Boxes, Order of the Golden Mirror, Captions
Today, 8 p.m., free
ASUCD Coffee House
Support your classmates and local music! Presented by The California Aggie, KDVS 90.3 FM and ASUCD Entertainment Council, this annual student musician search brings in up-and-coming bands of UC Davis to you. Check out page 4 for the scoop on this year’s winners!
Not An Airplane, Travis Vick, Ally Hasche
Today, 10 p.m., $3, 21
Sophia’s Thai Kitchen
Oh Travis Vick, I’d totally have a crush on you if I just were a couple of years younger. His airy, atmospheric acoustic folk – think Sufjan Stevens meets The Dodos with a hint of Elliot Smith – is perfect for a warm spring night on the patio. Ladies and gentleman under 21, get your arses out on Balcony B for this show.
Buildings Breeding, BoomSnake, Ellie Fortune
Friday, 10 p.m., $3, 21
Sophia’s Thai Kitchen
Last time BoomSnake came to Davis, they had to cancel their set, but I’m confident that this time I shan’t be disappointed – their refined minimalism is something not to miss out on.
Jake Mann, The Spires, The Dazzling Strangers
Saturday, 10 p.m., $3, 21
Sophia’s Thai Kitchen
Ventura-based The Spires are slightly depressing, but in the best way possible. Jangly bedroom pop with just a hint of twee – think the loftiness of The Smiths mixed in with the shimmery pop stylings of Belle & Sebastian.
Elephant Micah, Marque Azreal, Sombra
Sunday, 7 p.m., donations accepted
Robot Rocket Residence
I hear Sunday’s going to be a scorcher, but hopefully things should be cooling down as this set starts in the evening. Indiana musician Joe O’Connell is the creative force behind Elephant Micah, who specializes in lo-fi pop.
Coho Live
Tuesday, 4 to 6 p.m., free
Coho II
Five performances for free! Almost as good as the two for 85 cents deal on breadsticks. Tuesday’s show features sets from Nick Chi, Osabear, Ben Yu, The Lab Notes and Joshua Jordan.
AT THE MOVIES
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Monday, 8 p.m., free
194 Chemistry
A costume contest will be held with a $100 prize (winners will be determined by the audience), so bust out the fishnets, red lipstick and leather and prep yourself for the Time Warp.
ART / GALLERY
Expression Redefined
Today, 7 p.m. free
Griffin Lounge
The literary geniuses behind Nameless Magazine present this artistic showcase. In addition to readings from budding writers and posted artwork, ExDef will feature performances from improv/comedy group Birdstrike Theater and The Imaginary Zebra.
THEATER / DANCE
Face the Music and Dance
Today through Saturday, 8 p.m., $10 general admission, $7 with a student ID
Main Stage, Wright Hall
Telemark’s annual spring showcase puts the art of ballroom dancing front and center.
UC Davis Dance Team Showcase
Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m., presale tickets are $12 general admission and $8 with a student ID, $15 general admission and $10 at the door
Veterans‘ Memorial Center Theatre (203 East 14th St.)
Get spirited for this showcase, which features the UCD Dance Team as well as other local dance troupes. A silent auction and a raffle – featuring prizes like Aggie Pack gift baskets, gift certificates and Dance Team memorabilia – will be held at 6 p.m.
COMEDY / MONDAVI
Birdstrike Theatre
Friday, 7 p.m., free
1002 Giedt Hall
Free laughs? I say yes. This time, the Birdstrikers tackle the topic of pajama parties.
Parde Ke Peechein
Saturday, 6 p.m., presale tickets are $17 general admission and $15 with a student ID, tickets at the door are $20
Main Stage, Mondavi Center
South Asian Student Organization presents their annual culture show, which features traditional and modern dances from various countries in South Asia. Tickets can be purchased at mondaviarts.org.
RACHEL FILIPINAS can be reached at arts@theaggie.org.
