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ON Culture | Saving More Mesa Through Music, Plus Janis Joplin, S.B. Art Shows and More

This edition of ON Culture was originally emailed to subscribers on April 3, 2026. To receive Leslie Dinaberg’s arts newsletter in your inbox on Fridays, sign up at independent.com/newsletters. Mary Bridget Davies stars as Janis Joplin in A Night with …

Theater Review | Taking More Than a Piece of the Audience’s Heart

In part, the rock and roll revolution was a rebellion against the stifling post-war comfort of ticky tacky neighborhoods and manicured uniformity. In the 1950s and ’60s, the music of African American culture was re-branded as the white counterculture — a …

How God, a Near-Death Experience, German Playwright Bertolt Brecht, and Gospel Music Led Nina Hagen on ‘Highway to ...

Nina Hagen died in the early 1970s. She remembers being somewhere in between life and death, before meeting the Almighty. “I had a near-death experience in East Germany as a young teenager in a very difficult time in my life,” recalls Hagen, on call from …

The making of Arundhati Roy

In Mother Mary Comes To Me we learn that Arundhati Roy, the very same woman who spent time with Naxalite guerrillas in the Dandakaranya forest, the one who was called an “intellectual terrorist” and refused to be intimidated by India’s far-right …

Mary Bridget Davies ‘Re-energized’ in ‘A Night with Janis Joplin’ at Ensemble Theatre

“I first performed Janis when my blues band was playing in a biker bar in Grafton, Ohio,” recalled Mary Bridget Davies, star of Ensemble Theatre Company’s production of “A Night with Janis Joplin” in Santa Barbara. “A big biker came up and asked, ‘Can you …

The best things to do in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Longboat for April 9-15

By Observer Staff | 10:00 a.m. April 7, 2026 Thursday, April 9 Jazz Thursdays at SAM 5:30 p.m. at Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 S. Tamiami Trail $25 Visit JazzClubSarasota.org. This month’s edition of Jazz Thursdays at SAM features the Suncoast Jazz …

The spirit of Janis Joplin: Musical making a Santa Barbara premiere mixes the icon's music, stories

It’s a musical that brings to life the essence of famed 1960s singer and songwriter Janis Joplin. The Ensemble Theater Company production of A Night With Janis Joplin mixes two dozen of her songs with some of her stories. "I'm a vessel. That's …

Mutual fans The Rough & Tumble and The Honey Badgers to bring harmonies to Oswego Music Hall

OSWEGO – Musical duos The Rough & Tumble and The Honey Badgers enjoy each other’s music, and hope to attract new fans for each other, during their concert at the Oswego Music Hall in its new 2×2 Partner Series co-bill on Saturday, April 11. Doors open …

The Timelessness of Classic Rock’s Golden Era

When you think about the musical icons that shaped our culture, classic rock undoubtedly comes to mind. In the late 1960s, a vibrant and revolutionary era of music began to flourish, producing some of the greatest albums and legendary artists whose …

'A Night with Janis Joplin' is a full-tilt boogie you won't soon forget

Review Florida Studio Theatre celebrates the singer's soulful artistry with part-concert, part character study. Randy Johnson’s “A Night with Janis Joplin” at Florida Studio Theatre is the closest you’ll get to a Janis Joplin concert without a ticket …

Festival felt very like ‘five days in a perfect world’

Suara dance company from Sydney – ‘dramatic’. Photo: Helen Musa Arts editor HELEN MUSA reflects on the thumping success that was the weekend’s National Folk Festival.  The 60th National Folk Festival, which wound up on Monday at Exhibition Park in Canberra …

'Cherry Docs' at Sarasota Jewish Theatre headlines 21 shows onstage at area theaters the week of April 6

This week, seven shows open, three close, ten continue their runs and there is one limited engagement at Southwest Florida equity and community theaters. OPENING Courtesy of Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre / Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Elvis Presley- …

A Late Rock Legend Rises in ETC’s ‘A Night with Janis Joplin’

Ensemble Theatre Company presents A Night with Janis Joplin starring Mary Bridget Davies in her Tony-nominated role as the gone-too-soon rock ’n’ roller, a tiny woman with a massive, growling voice. Created and written by Randy Johnson, this production at …

One Republican can be a major thorn in Trump’s side and put the kibosh on his nominees to fill top jobs

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

5 Musicians More Successful Than The Rock Idols Who Inspired Them

The biggest musicians in the world didn't come to the conclusion that they could light up the world with their talent on their own. They had rock idols who forged a path that sparked recognition and inspired them on their path to success. Sometimes, …

Bessie, Nina, and Areatha-- their impacts on a counterculture icon seen in "A Night With Janis Joplin"

Fresh and raw 'Janis Joplin' in Sarasota

March 21, 2026, 4:00 a.m. ET In her all-too-brief career, singer Janis Joplin managed to create a small yet enduring collection of music that introduced a new sound and style to rock ‘n’ roll in the late 1960s. From 1967, when she first gained attention at …

On the Charts 55 Years Ago, Janis Joplin Started a Two-Week Run at No. 1 With Someone Else’s Song

“Me And Bobby McGee” may not have been written by Janis Joplin, but her otherworldly voice took the song to new heights in 1971. On this day, March 20, 1971, Janis Joplin hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart with her cover of “Me And Bobby McGee”. …

Tribute to Janis Joplin, Várkert Bazár Budapest, 27 March

Although her life was tragically short – she lived just 27 years – Janis Joplin remains one of the most influential female artists in music history. Honouring this exceptional musical legacy, and the spirit of the blues, is the mission of Hungary’s Janis …

Thermal Interface Materials Market 2035: In-Depth Analysis, Growth Outlook, and Industry Trends

Global Thermal Interface Materials Market is projected to reach USD 8.9 billion by 2035, growing at a CAGR of 7.8%. INDORE, INDIA, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Thermal Interface Materials (TIM) Market is witnessing significant growth …

Lala’s Place TV Releases Kids Educational Videos, Preschool Songs, and New Animated Characters

Fast-growing children’s YouTube channel expands with learning videos for kids, original music, and diverse characters for early childhood education MIAMI, FL, FL, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lala’s Place TV, a fast-growing …

From Classroom Daydream to MusicRow: The Ashley Sisters Make History with 'Heartless'

The Ashley Sisters become the first female artists to solely write and produce their own charting single on the MusicRow CountryBreakout™ Chart NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Penciled love notes, crossed out …

ZAESKEE ALAZAE BREAKS THROUGH WITH 'SNATCH YA SOUL' — A GENRE-BLENDING HIT GAINING PLAYLIST MOMENTUM

“Chicago artist Zaeskee Alazae drops ‘Snatch Ya Soul,’ a genre-blending hit fusing Alternative R&B, Hip-Hop, and Indie energy.” CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zaeskee Alazae delivers a powerful new single, “Snatch Ya …

Roguelite Deckbuilder Seekers Alliance: Hero’s Journey Launches Major Demo Update on Steam

New Systems Include Counter Mechanics, Talent Trees, Supporting Heroes, and More SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Indie studio Skvader Entertainment has released a major update to the demo of Seekers Alliance: Hero’s …

'Super Power Mainframe' — The Soundtrack of the Systems Behind Banking Presented by SF-SafeCore Records

A musical interpretation of resilience, stability and trust in modern financial infrastructure POUGHKEEPSIE, NY, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There are systems that quietly run the financial world — processing payments, …

Julien Dubuque International Film Festival Unveils 2026 Premiere Lineup

JDIFF 2026 expands to eight days with a slate of feature and short form premieres from emerging and international filmmakers. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Julien Dubuque International Film Festival will present …

Wavemakers Announces Global Call for Music from Women Musicians over 40

Wavemakers—the global community & platform dedicated to supporting women musicians 40+—announces open call for original music for women's business awards AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wavemakers—the …

Canadian Hard Rock Band THE MIGHTY ONE Unleashes Powerful New Single & Music Video 'Shattered'

Canadian Hard Rock Band THE MIGHTY ONE Unleashes “Shattered”- MTV-Spotlighted Anthem Confronts AI Takeover, Systemic Collapse & Human Awakening. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canadian hard rock band THE MIGHTY ONE has …

Some Kind Of Record Brings Youthful Emotion To Life Through Powerful Poetry

Author Marina Loughlin presents a deeply personal poetry collection exploring love, identity, and the search for meaning. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A striking new voice in contemporary poetry emerges with Some …

Driver Industrial Safety™ Licenses Elasco Products

Products Expected May 2026 PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Driver Industrial Safety™ announced today it has entered into an exclusive, world-wide licensing agreement with Motis Brands to manufacture, market and …

Step Inside FEAR: An Immersive, Award-Winning Theatre Event Supporting the Next Generation of Playwrights

FEAR, a play by Matt Williams, returns in a striking new form—reimagined as a site-specific, immersive production in Southern California. PALM SPRINGS, CA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Step Inside FEAR: An Immersive, Award- …

Eric Whitacre debuts new Robert Frost setting at Carnegie Hall in his 25th performance with DCINY

Grammy Award-Winning Composer Eric Whitacre to Conduct "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" at Carnegie Hall for the First Time in 25th DCINY Collaboration NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DCINY (Distinguished …

Wrekked In Pink Releases 'No More Men,' An Anthem Exploring a World Without Men

Wrekked In Pink's new single, “No More Men,” explores a controversial dystopian vision of a planet without any males. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wrekked In Pink Releases “No More Men,” an anthem …

The Open Hearts Foundation Sets 2026 Celebration Weekend in Honor of Founder Jane Seymour’s 75th Birthday

Honorees include Andrea and Steven Ingle with Creative Kids and Laurie Meadoff with The CityKids Foundation LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Open Hearts Foundation, founded by award-winning actress and …

QUEEN MEMORABILIA FROM PETER HINCE COLLECTION BRINGS RARE BEHIND-THE-SCENES MOMENTS TO MUSIC AUCTION

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Propstore’s Music Memorabilia Live Auction, taking place on April 30, 2026, will feature a remarkable collection of Queen memorabilia from the band’s head roadie and photographer …

CacheFly Partners with Hydrolix to Deliver High-Performance Observability and Unified CDN Visibility at Global Scale

Collaboration enables customers to gain deeper insights across multi-CDN environments with unmatched speed, cost efficiency, and global visibility ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CacheFly, the premium …

Rachael Sage Announces London Headline Show and UK Tour Dates Ahead of ‘Under My Canopy’ Release

LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Rachael Sage has announced a headline London performance at The Pheasantry (PizzaExpress Live) on 10th May, marking her return to …

DMV Rising Star DDK Releases Official Music Video for 'Fall In Luv' ft. LitFrank

DMV Rising Star DDK Releases Visual for “Fall In Luv” ft. LitFrank - Maryland Artist Drops Emotionally Charged Anthem from 'Verona' Shot in NYC’s Times Square BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maryland…

Heavy Metal band, Thredge, Releases New Single, 'Am I Human Yet?'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a cultural moment dominated by artificial intelligence, curated identities, and algorithmic pressure, Los Angeles-based heavy metal outfit Thredge releases a defiant and visceral new …