Call to Artists – Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2022
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisCall to Artists – Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2022
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisPence Gallery: Tinderbox, Water in the West – Sculpture by Jeff Downing
Pence Gallery (Pence) 212 D St., DavisWeek of Events
UC Davis Arts: “Guardians: Spirits of Protection”
“Guardians: Spirits of Protection” is a poignant exploration of the creative relationship between tragedy and design. Now, you can view this magnificent piece at the UC Davis Design Museum through April 24. The installation showcases a series of sculptures created by design professor emerita Ann Savageau. She crafted them from objects and flotsam that washed […]
Call to Artists – Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award 2022
The Pence Gallery announces that its Emerging Artist Award 2022 is now open for application via www.callforentry.org. This award supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and artist talk. Artists must use the award to further their work in a significant […]
Call to Artists – Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2022
The Pence Gallery’s Slice exhibit, now in its tenth year, is open to all artists residing in California. This year, artist, writer, and curator Chris Daubert will serve as Juror. The exhibit showcases art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Work may be in any medium except for […]
March Healing Arts Workshop at Pence Gallery
We will have drop-in sessions for Healing Arts in March, which is a one-time, 90-minute art workshop that focuses more specifically on a theme related to depression, anxiety, or a major life change. March 1 or March 15, 10:30 am – noon Free (Pre-register in advance at the links below) March 1 Drop-In […]
Pence Gallery: Tinderbox, Water in the West – Sculpture by Jeff Downing
Tinderbox: Water in the West includes a series of ceramic diptychs by Bay Area sculptor Jeff Downing that address the critical water shortage affecting the natural habitats of the Western United States. Downing's paired sculptures feature imagery symbolic of the severe drought conditions in our region that are exacerbated by the overuse of available […]
Beauty and the Beast, Jr., at the DMTC
The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is […]
Pence Gallery: On the Edge by CCA Ceramics
Artist Viola Frey (1933-2004) played a huge role in the Bay Area’s historic ceramic revolution. Her legacy has continued to thrive at California College of the Arts. This exhibition pays tribute to the innovation and experimentation she fostered as head of CCA's ceramics studio. Includes a sculpture by alumni Peter Voulkos and Robert Arneson. Also […]
Acme Theatre Auditions: Pride & Prejudice
Acme Theatre Auditions: Pride & Prejudice
Acme Theatre Company invites all 9th - 12th grade students to participate in their Free Comedy in the Park - Pride & Prejudice by Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen. Auditions will be held March 15 - 18. Rehearsals will be held 4pm - 6pm, April 4 - May 27, Mon - […]
Speed Mingling
Speed Mingling
Come meet some new friends in our open, non gender-assigned, free-to-enter speed mingling event. Good music, free Woodstock's signature Cinnabread, and wonderful company!
NCECA Reception at the Pence Gallery
NCECA Reception at the Pence Gallery
This year, the Pence Gallery is excited to participate in the annual conference from March 16-19 hosted by the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) in Sacramento and surrounding areas. All three of our exhibits opening in March will feature ceramic artists - On the Edge: CCA Clay, a solo exhibit by […]
Mondavi Center: Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández
Mondavi Center: Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández
In 2022, Ballet Folklórico de México will return to the United States for an extended multi-city tour featuring renewed performances of the company’s classic choreography. Founded in 1952 by dancer and choreographer Amalia Hernández, Ballet Folklórico brings together the music, dance, and costume of Mexican folklore from pre-Colombian civilizations through the modern era. With its […]
Tuleyome Spring Thing – A Picnic on the Preserve
Tuleyome Spring Thing – A Picnic on the Preserve
Mark your calendars for the first Tuleyome Spring Thing - a day of fun nature experiences at Woodland Regional Park Preserve on March 19, 2022, from 10 am to 5 pm. In addition to meeting Tuleyome's amazing team - staff, Board, volunteers - guests will have the opportunity to join in many activities from guided […]