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GIVING TUESDAY to Support Grand Vision
2025-12-02 | The Grand Annex, 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, CA, 90731
Giving Tuesday, a global movement that upholds the spirit of generosity, is coming up soon on December 2. Two generous donors have offered us a matching grant of $10,000 If you donate by Giving Tuesday, your impact will be doubled!
Your donation will:

Empower young musicians through our Meet the Music Program

Present world-class music at the Grand Annex Music Hall and throughout the South Bay

Preserve the Warner Grand Theatre

Please help unlock these matching funds and donate today!

The Grand Annex Arts Saloon
2025-12-04 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Enjoy a laid-back evening of music and art at this new First Thursday event, with your hosts, local musicians Chris and Emily Huff. December features music duo LuCa and fINdings art show “Eyeballs-Earings-Ornaments” by Phoebe Barnum and Henry Krusoe.
The Southern California-based LuCa is the talented duo of Lupe Montiel and Carlos Rodriguez. For December’s Arts Saloon, you’ll hear fun pop tunes infused with jazzy twists along with holiday favorites and covers of hits by Fleetwood Mac and CCR. Lupe also happens to be Grand Vision’s Music Education Program Coordinator!
fINdings Art Center, in collaboration with Grand Vision’s Annex Arts Saloon, presents: “Eyeballs-Earings-Ornaments,” featuring artists Phoebe Barnum and Henry Krusoe, curated by Henry Krusoe.
Phoebe Barnum is a practicing visual artist, living and working in San Pedro, with a studio at Angels Gate Cultural Center. Her practice includes ceramics, oil stick drawings, jewelry and installation. Phoebe earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees in fine art at the University of Long Beach.
Henry Krusoe is an Otis College graduate and has been an Angels Gate Cultural Center resident artist since 2019, creating multimedia artwork spanning analog and digital formats.
No-host bar open. Outside food is welcome.

The Nightcaps Holiday Lounge
2025-12-05 20:00
Kick off the holidays with a night of mid-century swing, nostalgic Vince Guaraldi tunes (think A Charlie Brown Christmas), and seasonal favorites. Former Glenn Miller Orchestra frontman Mark Kopitzke seamlessly bridges the velvet of Sinatra with a modern, soulful groove. He tours international music halls, major cruise lines, and is a regular at Disneyland with his Secret Agents band.The band features: Christine Araoka on keys, Anthony Johnson on drums and Mackenzie Leighton on bass.

Fly By Night LA presents The Music of Rush
2025-12-06 20:00
Fly By Night LA performs the music of Rush with a high-energy stage production featuring an immersive laser light show, giant inflatables and special effects. The five-piece band takes Rush’s music to a whole new level, featuring the stunning Maria Schneider on lead vocals (Continuous Signal). Hear these great rock classics in an exciting new way. Not to be missed!

TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Parade Session
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00
Team Taiko is joining the San Pedro Holiday Parade. Learn how to taiko in a parade. We will practice how to wear the drum and march while playing.
Taiko is a Japanese drumming style that, over the last several decades, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay.
Taiko Artist ManMan Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility, body awareness, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team.
If you would like to drum in the parade, please be sure to select your shirt size when you register.
If you would just like to attend the class to learn these taiko techniques, please select the Class Only option.
Team Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class.
Classes are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate.
Parade Session Mondays at 7 PM, November 10 – December 1 & Parade on Sunday, December 7:
Team Taiko classes are divided into 8-week sessions, with a different pattern taught in each session. They can be purchased by session or by class.

Monday, November 10 – 7 PM
Monday, November 17 – 7 PM
Monday, November 24 – 7 PM
Monday, December 1 – 7 PM
Sunday, December 7 – 12 PM

About Class Fees & Sliding Scale:
The Team Taiko Parade session is designed to be $95 per person, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose.
To Attend In Person:

Please bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice
Drumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.

To Attend Virtually:

The Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.
Learn how to make your own practice drum here.

TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Parade Session
2025-12-07 13:00 - 15:00
Parade with Team Taiko!
Team Taiko is joining the San Pedro Holiday Parade on Sunday, December 6, 2025 from 12-3 PM.
Learn how to taiko in a parade, we will practice how to wear the drum and march while playing.
If you would like to drum in the parade please be sure to select your shirt size when you register.
If you would just like to attend the class to learn these taiko techniques please select the Class Only option.
Parade Session Classes:

Monday, November 9 at 6:30 PM
Monday, November 16 at 6:30 PM
Monday, November 23 at 6:30 PM
Monday, November 30 at 6:30 PM

Parade

Sunday, December 6 at 12:00 PM (Meet at 11:30 AM)

Team Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class.
Classes are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate.
About Class Fees & Sliding Scale:

Team Taiko is designed to be $15 per person, so we can pay our teacher a fair wage.
Attending at the higher price supports subsidized attendees and supports Team Taiko.
We don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale.
Pay the price that works for you.
Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose.

To Attend In Person:

Please bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice
Drums and drumsticks (bachi) will be provided for you.

To Attend Virtually:

The Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.
Learn how to make your own practice drum here.

Arts United San Pedro presents Grant Writing 101
2025-12-10 15:00
Learn the basics of grant writing to fund your creative projects at The Artist Workshop: Grant Writing 101!
The Artist Workshop: Grant Writing 101
Join us at The Grand Annex Music Hall for an informative session on grant writing for artists! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this workshop will provide valuable insights and tips on securing funding for your creative projects. Learn from experts in the field and network with fellow artists. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your art to the next level!
This event is produced by Arts United. Please contact them with all event related questions.

OPEN MIC NIGHTMonthly, Every 2nd Thursday
2025-12-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-12 19:00 - 21:00
Musicians & Poets!

Come on down to the Grand Annex on the second Thursday of each month for Open Mic Night!

Hosted by: Ken Creighton

To perform:

Sign ups start at 6:30 PM.
The first 12 sign-ups are guaranteed to perform, with additional artists as time allows.
Plan to do 2 songs/poems (limit stage time to under 8 minutes).
Microphones, D.I., music stand and a keyboard are available. If you will be performing with a backing track, you can use the aux cord to connect your smartphone to the sound system. The Aux cord is compatible with Apple devices that use a lightning connector.
This is an all-ages show; all ages and genres are welcome to perform.

To keep the space welcoming for all ages, please keep your act appropriate for all ages. Avoid rants, blue comedy and punching down. Inappropriate acts will be removed from the stage and banned from future performances.

Dolly Parton Tribute
2025-12-13 19:00
Get ready for the ultimate Dolly Parton holiday celebration! Join us at The Grand Annex in San Pedro, CA for a magical evening of Dolly’s greatest hits blended with festive Christmas favorites.
Sing along to Dolly classic and timeless holiday songs in a joyful, high-energy tribute starring the Broadway award-winner Kim Eberhardt.
This is the ultimate Dolly Christmas Experience – full of sparkle, music and holiday cheer. Perfect for a festive night out with friends, family or anyone who loves Dolly!

Kim Eberhardt is a show business veteran and a true artist-an Emmy-level vocalist, actress, dancer, and choreographer whose multi-decade career has taken her around the world. Her lifelong connection to Dolly Parton exploded when she was cast in Dolly role in 9 to 5: The Musical, but it was her tribute concert Love, Dolly that earned her the devotion of fans and critics across Southern California and beyond.
Today, Kim shines as the star of Love, Dolly, the #1 Dolly Parton tribute act on the West Coast. With unmatched polish and precision—plus Dolly’s wit, glamour, and timeless hits like 9 to 5, Jolene, Islands in the Stream, and I Will Always Love You — she delivers a country music party you simply must experience.
Critics and audiences alike rave:“Perfection”“An awesome show with heartfelt stories and toe-tapping songs!”“A wonderful, uplifting evening!”“A definite must-see!”“You have truly embodied Dolly’s spirit and talent…”
Kim’s artistry in Love, Dolly earned her two 2022-2023 stage scene LA Scene Awards: one for Outstanding Solo Musical Performance (her performance), and the other for Outstanding Production of a Solo Performance (the show itself). She was also nominated by Broadway World Los Angeles for Best Cabaret/Concert/Solo Performance in 2023.
Love, Dolly has enchanted venues like NoHo’s El Portal Theatre, where Kim wove Dolly’s humble beginnings and career-defining songs into a radiant, narrative-filled show complete with glitter, fringe, and a big wig change that thrilled multigenerational audiences.
Broadway World announced Kim’s return to the Sierra Madre Playhouse with Holly Dolly Christmas, a special holiday edition of her acclaimed show—including beloved Dolly-Pop holiday classics like Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, Jingle Bell Rock, and Have a Holly Jolly Christmas!
Kim says of her shows, “This show is my love letter to Dolly. It’s an honor to perform some of the best-known and most beloved Dolly songs while sharing wonderful and inspiring stories about Dolly’s life and career. She is a national treasure!
With Kim Eberhardt, audiences don’t just hear Dolly Parton—they experience her brilliance, beauty, and storytelling through a captivating tribute delivered with authenticity, sparkle, and warmth.
This event is produced by Chin Chin Entertainment.Please contact the event producers for all questions related to this event.

San Pedro Waterfront Arts presents A Christmas Carol
2025-12-14 14:00
Hear Sir Patrick Stewart’s Adaptation of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol read by local luminaries such as Councilman Tim McOsker of the One Five and Harbor Commissioner Lee Williams with actors from Little Fish/Shakespeare by the Sea, Encore South Bay Theatre Group and House of Bards Theatre Company.
Directed by Renee O’Connor-Sura (House of Bards Theatre Company) and Jacob Nye (Encore South Bay Theatre Group).
Help the Toberman Neighborhood Center stock their food pantry – please bring canned and shelf-stable foods to receive a raffle ticket for our Silent Auction.
Doors open at 1:00 PM for a special dessert reception, donated by John and Lucrecia Jacobson for all ticket holders.
This idea was the brainchild of married social entrepreneurs, Fred Allen and Linda Grimes, who met in New York City when Fred was the Broadway Lighting Designer for this very successful one-man play. “We wanted to present this work, as it has informed our relationship for the past 29 years and its messages are very relevant to today’s world situation”, notes San Pedro Waterfront Arts District Executive Director, Linda Grimes. The San Pedro Arts District believes by sharing culture, we can reach common ground.
This performance is a part of the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District’s Culture Talks series.
This event is presented by the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District.
Please contact the event producer for all questions related to this event.

Midnight Creative presents A Christmas Cocktail Carol
2025-12-18 - 2025-12-19
Experience A Christmas Cocktail Carol, an immersive reimagining of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, complete with a dark Victorian twist and four holiday-themed cocktails paired with key scenes. Don’t miss this timeless classic!
Highlights

Embark on a 90-minute immersive stage performance experience of Dickens’ ghostly masterpiece
Enjoy four expertly crafted cocktails tailored to each of the spirits of the night

General Info

Dates and times: Thursday, December 18 at 6 PM, 8 PM, Friday, December 19 at 6 PM, 8 PM, 10 PM
Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Age requirement: 21+ with valid ID

Description
This holiday season, experience A Christmas Carol as you’ve never seen it before, with a dark and immersive twist on Charles Dickens’ iconic ghost story. Condensed for maximum impact, this reimagined performance transports you to the heart of Victorian London, following Ebenezer Scrooge on his spirited encounters. Along the way, savor four holiday-inspired cocktails, each thoughtfully paired with the evening’s chilling moments. Bah, Humbug! Don’t miss this limited run of a captivating, spirited adventure through a timeless classic.
This show is produced by Midnight Creative. Please contact them with all event related questions.

SOLD OUT Andy & Renee & Hard Rain New Year's Party
2025-12-31 20:30
This show is SOLD OUT! If you would like to be put on the waitlist, please call the Annex at 310-833-4813, placement on the waitlist does not guarantee a ticket.
Premium wine is still available for those who already have a ticket to the event.

South Bay folk-rockers return with hits from across the decades. Includes late-night appetizers, party favors and a toast to start off 2025!
Andy Hill and Renee Safier with their band Hard Rain have been referred to as “America’s best kept secret.” Performing over 200 shows a year, the band delivers a style of Americana folk-rock that’s thoughtful, musical, danceable and full of memorable hooks.

The duo is also behind Dylanfest the day-long music festival, now in its 33rd year, celebrating the music of Bob Dylan and featuring over 70 of L.A.’s best musicians.
With 17 CDs and 3 DVDs in their pocket, Andy & Renee have won countless awards, including Americana Group of the Year by the LA Music Awards, Best Duo/Group at the International Acoustic Music Awards, and a Regional Emmy for their PBS concert special “Black Box Opens – Andy & Renee.” Their relatable lyrics, unforgettable melodic content and tightly crafted arrangements have brought together fiercely loyal audiences up and down the West Coast in the US and Canada.
🥂Enjoy Premium Champagne selected by sommelier JP Molinari at Andy & Renee’s New Year’s Eve Party by reserving a bottle in advance! Valid only with a concert ticket.

John Jorgenson Quintet
2026-01-09 20:00
The John Jorgenson Quintet (JJQ) is an internationally recognized group celebrated for its masterful performance of Django Reinhardt hotclub jazz, often blending the style with elements of Latin, Romanian, Greek, classical and rock music.
Led by Grammy Award-winning guitarist and multi-instrumentalist John Jorgenson—who is renowned for his collaborations with artists like Elton John and Bonnie Raitt—the Quintet channels the string-driven swing pioneered by Django Reinhardt in 1930s Paris. The JJQ holds the distinction of being the only American act to ever headline the prestigious Festival Django Reinhardt in France, cementing their reputation as the “U.S. ambassadors of gypsy jazz.”

Grand Annex Cumbia Night ft. Cello Azul
2026-01-17 21:30
Electric cello cumbia and vocals. A night of irresistibly fun live music and dancing featuring DJ Hugo and the band Cello Azul. Ages 21 and up event.
DJ Hugo will start at 8:30 PM. Cello Azul will go on at 9:30 PM.
Other Cumbia Night Dates:

Saturday, February 21, Featuring Cara Borracho
Saturday, March 21, Featuring Maria Blues
Friday, May 29, and more!

Seating:

General admission is standing room only. While a limited number of chairs will be available in the general admission section, you are not guaranteed a seat.
Tables will be marked with the name of your party and have 4 seats.

Strings Chamber Ensemble Series "From Classical to Pop"
2026-01-18 15:00
Grand Vision is pleased to announce its new Strings Chamber Ensemble Series!
Concertmaster Shura Sasaki leads the ensemble in performing well-known classical pieces and pop songs in a string quartet. The classical pieces include the complete Haydn Quartet No. 53 (Lark), Op. 64. No. 5 and works from Mozart and Beethoven. The “pops strings” pieces include a medley of your favorite Beatles hits, and other popular songs, like “What a Wonderful World,” “Some Day My Prince Will Come,” “A Girl from Ipanema” and “Por Una Cabeza Tango.” Arrangements by Shura Sasaki.
Ensemble Members (pictured from left to right):
Shura Sasaki: concertmaster, violinKirika Suzuki: violinJessica Greenly: celloWalter Park: viola
Strings Chamber Ensemble Concert Series:

Sunday, January 18 at 3 PM “From Classical to Pop”
Sunday, February 22 at 3 PM “Valentine’s Concert”
and future dates

Thanks to Bravo! Music School & Grand Vision Foundation for co-sponsoring this series.

un-told. (mostly) true stories
2026-01-23 19:30 - 2026-01-24 19:30
A weekend of storytelling where both seasoned performers and brave novices get up on stage to share their (mostly) true stories in front of a live audience. The mission of un-told is to connect people through community, laughter, and inspiration. We want to give storytellers a platform to share their stories in front of a supportive and amazing audience.
Performance Schedule:

Opening Night Friday, 1/23 at 7:30 PM
Closing Night Saturday 1/24 at 7:30 PM

This event is produced by Brandy Johnston & Dawn Zarnick.
Please contact the event producers for all questions related to this event. This is an 18+ event.

Chin Chin Ent. Ventura Highway: The Music of America
2026-02-01 16:00
Celebrate the timeless music of America with Ventura Highway — The #1 Tribute to America!
This extraordinary live concert recreates the sound, feel, and spirit of the legendary band that defined a generation with hits like “Ventura Highway,” “A Horse With No Name,” “Sister Golden Hair,” “Tin Man,” and more.

Ventura Highway features an all-star lineup of exceptional musicians: Jeff Ellis, an accomplished award-winning guitarist and award recipient for best album and contemporary song of the year; Jim Wootten, son of the legendary Red Wootten who performed with Frank Sinatra and other greats, and nephew of the icon guitarist Les Paul and singer Mary Ford; and Michael Olivieri, former member of the acclaimed rock band Leatherwolf, who appeared on MTV and toured internationally with Jack Russell’s Great White Band. Together with the stellar Ventura Highway rhythm section Kevin Herrera and Joey Alva, they faithfully recreate America’s rich harmonies and smooth acoustic style.
With lush vocals, brilliant musicianship, and authentic arrangements, Ventura Highway brings audiences back to the golden age of folk rock – celebrating one of the most beloved bands of the 1970s. From the first note to the last encore, it’s a feel-good concert experience that captures the heart, harmony, timeless spirit and visuals of America’s unforgettable music.
This event is produced by Chin Chin Entertainment.
Please contact the event producers for all questions related to this event.

FREE Intro to Team Taiko & Japanese Drum Care
2026-02-02 19:00 - 20:00
Learn about Taiko and how to care for Taiko drums and bachi (drumsticks) and how to make a practice drum in this introductory session.
If you wish to make your own practice drum, please bring a bucket (5-gallon or larger). All other supplies will be provided.
If you have your own bachi or drum that you would like to perform maintenance on, please bring it with you.
We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us!
Taiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that, over the last several decades, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay.
Taiko Artist Man Man Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility, body awareness, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team.
Team Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities, from beginners to seasoned musicians, and fees are on a sliding scale. Recommended for ages 12 and up, children must participate with a guardian or have a signed participation waiver.

Winter Session Mondays at 6:30 PM February 9 – March 30:
Team Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class.

Monday, February 9 – 6:30 PM
Monday, February 16 – 6:30 PM
Monday, February 23 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 2 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 9 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 16 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 23 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 30 – 6:30 PM

The Grand Annex Art Saloon
2026-02-05 17:00 - 20:30
Enjoy a laid-back First Thursday evening of music and art at the Grand Annex, with your hosts, local musicians Chris and Emily Huff. Featuring musicians from the San Pedro Musicians Directory and visual art presented by fINdings Art Center.
February featured Musicians: Chris and Emily Huff can be found around town harmonizing as a father-daughter duo or performing solo. Not only are they the Art Saloon Hosts, they are the featured musicians for February’s Art Saloon! They are Known for their Texas-tinged Americana covers and originals, you may have heard them around San Pedro – at the Lighthouse Cafe, the old Sacred Grounds and at local festivals like Arts Open.
February featured Art Show: “Heavy&Real – Steel, Clay and Timely Concerns” The Works of Joyce Kuhl and Larry Lubow, curated by Henry Krusoe.
Larry Lubow has dedicated himself to investigating the intersections between art, design, nature, and architecture. A sculptor and collector, he is an alum of Alfred University where he started creating art with clay and metal, going on to showcase his creations in galleries and design showrooms worldwide. Most recently, at Yard 227 and House 1002, Larry merges design, materials, and vintage treasures to create new works. He is also a resident artist at Altasea, a local non-profit dedicated to ocean research and climate-change mitigation.
Joyce Kohl recently relocated her home and studio to San Pedro, after losing both in the Eaton fire in Altadena. As a temporary resident of Angels Gate Cultural Center, she is working on a steel and glass sculpture to be installed at the Claremont Metro Station. Joyce has previously completed other public art projects, including a Fulbright Project in Zimbabwe, where she collaborated with workers in a Ceramics factory to build a public sculpture related to the AIDS pandemic. Joyce received her Master’s Degree from Cal State Fullerton (where she first met Larry Lubow). She retired from teaching Ceramics at Cal State University, Bakersfield, shortly before the Eaton fire.
Henry Krusoe is an Otis College graduate and has been an Angels Gate Cultural Center resident artist since 2019, creating multimedia artwork spanning analog and digital formats.
Art Saloon is presented in partnership with fINdings Art Center and Arts United.
No-host bar open. Outside food is welcome.

Rose's Pawn Shop Opener: Pi Jacobs
2026-02-06 20:00
Advance online sales close at 3:30pm. General Admission Tickets available at the door, $30 cash, $35 card. Doors open at 7:00pm.
Preview Record Release Concert! Hear RPS play cuts from their new album, American Seams.
Rose’s Pawn Shop is an acclaimed LA-based Americana band has honed their signature, high-energy fusion of folk, bluegrass, and rock & roll. The fiercely independent quintet, anchored by frontman Paul Givant’s sharp songwriting, has released four studio albums—including their 2006 debut The Arsonist and 2023’s celebrated Punch-Drunk Life—with a fifth, American Seams, coming out this month.

Opener Pi Jacobs draws inspiration from her unconventional upbringing in Northern California. Blending roots-rock swagger and storytelling soul, her music has drawn comparisons to Tom Waits and Lucinda Williams. She has been highlighted in music magazines: Americana Highways and American Songwriter Magazine, heard on NPR and Austin Music TV and regularly featured on tastemakers KCSN, WFUV and stations across the nation.

TEAM TAIKO Drum Classes Winter Session
2026-02-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-23 18:30 - 19:30
Play the Japanese Drum with Team Taiko!
Team Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class.
This Team Taiko session will end with a performance opportunity as the opening act during VISIBLE – Mujo Dream Flight in Concert ft. Aki Oshiro, on Saturday, April 4 at 4 PM.
Team Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class.
Classes are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate.
Winter Session Mondays at 6:30 PM February 9 – March 30:
Team Taiko classes are broken into 8-week sessions, with a different pattern taught during each session. Team Taiko can be purchased by session or by class.

Monday, February 9 – 6:30 PM
Monday, February 16 – 6:30 PM
Monday, February 23 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 2 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 9 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 16 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 23 – 6:30 PM
Monday, March 30 – 6:30 PM

About Class Fees & Sliding Scale:

Team Taiko is designed to be $15 per person, so we can pay our teacher a fair wage.
Attending at the higher price supports subsidized attendees and supports Team Taiko.
We don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale and additional scholarships as needed.
Pay the price that works for you.
Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose.

To Attend In Person:

Please bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice.
Bachi (drumsticks) will be provided for you.

To Attend Virtually:

The Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.
Learn how to make your own practice drum here.

The Nightcaps "My Funny Valentine" Concert🍷
2026-02-13 20:00
Advance online sales are closed. Very limited General Admission Tickets available at the door, $28 cash, $32 card. Doors open at 7:00pm.
Mark Kopitzke returns to the Grand Annex with his band, The Nightcaps, bringing warmth, charm and effortless swing to a night dedicated to classic romance.
Through both music and storytelling, the show catalogues the many chapters of love—the sparks and swoons, the heartbreaks and hope, the humor, longing and joy that define the season of Valentine’s. The evening celebrates the golden age of jazz with beloved standards made famous by

singers like Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald, including favorites like “L-O-V-E,” “Fever” and La Vie En Rose,” alongside a few unexpected songs reimagined with a smooth, jazzy twist.

🍷 Pre-Concert Wine Tastings Led by Sommelier Jean Phllippe Molinari: Free to Grand Vision members at the Friend, Champion, VIP Circle, Arts Advocate, and Performing Arts Patron level – up to two per household, $16 per person for all others. Concert tickets are required to participate. Members’ tasting tickets must be redeemed in advance. Tastings begin one hour before the show, please arrive no later than 30 minutes into the tasting to participate.

Heart of Gold The Music of Neil Young
2026-02-15 16:00
This show is Sold Out! Doors open at 3:00pm, Concert starts at 4:00pm.
Step into the world of one of rock’s most iconic voices as Heart of Gold brings the timeless music of Neil Young to life. The performance will feature a complete live rendering of Neil’s legendary album, Harvest, followed by a journey through his greatest hits spanning decades of groundbreaking songwriting. Hear the rich authenticity and note-for-note guitar solos in classics like “Down by the River” and “Southern Man,” delivered with the spirit of the two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee himself. Devitt Feeley leads on vocals, featuring Jim Wootten on bass and Rocky Fester on pedal steel guitar.

SP Chamber pres. Board Connection Mixer
2026-02-19 16:00 - 18:00
Join the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce and The Nonprofit Partnership for the San Pedro Board Connection Mixer, a dynamic networking event that brings together nonprofits and professionals from corporate, public, and nonprofit sectors who are eager to give back and take on leadership roles in the nonprofit world. Unlike traditional tabling events, this experience fosters organic conversations about board service, leadership, and the impactful missions of local organizations. Nonprofits serving the San Pedro community are invited to participate and connect with passionate, skilled individuals ready to support their mission and help shape a stronger future.
This event is produced by the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce. Please contact the event producer for all questions.

Grand Annex Cumbia Night ft. Cara Borracho
2026-02-21 21:30
A night of irresistibly fun live music and dancing featuring DJ Nativity and the blazing 4-piece punk-cumbia band, Cara Borracho. Ages 21 and up event.
DJ Nativity’s set starts at 8:30 PM. The band will go on at 9:30 PM.
Other Cumbia Night Dates:

Saturday, January 17, Featuring Cello Azul
Saturday, March 21, Featuring Maria Blues
Friday, May 29, and more!

Seating:

General admission is standing room only. While a limited number of chairs will be available in the general admission section, you are not guaranteed a seat.
Tables will be marked with the name of your party and have 4 seats.

Strings Chamber Ensemble Series "Valentine's Concert"
2026-02-22 15:00
Advance Ticket sales will close at 1:00 PM. Ticket will be available at the door, $30.00 cash or card. Doors open at 2:00.
Celebrate the season of romance with a selection of timeless pieces that capture the beauty and emotion of love in all forms. Classical selections include “Andante Cantabile” by Tchaikovsky, “String Quartet No. 2” by Alexander Borodin and “Rosamunde Second Movement” by Franz Schubert. The “pop strings” section will include “Love & Marriage,” “A Whole New World” and “Sweet Child O’ Mine.” Arrangements by Shura Sasaki.
Ensemble Members (pictured from left to right):
Shura Sasaki: concertmasterKirika Suzuki: violinJessica Greenly: celloWalter Park: viola
Strings Chamber Ensemble Concert Series:

Sunday, January 18 at 3 PM “From Classical to Pop”
Sunday, February 22 at 3 PM “Valentine’s Concert”
and future dates

Thanks to Bravo! Music School & Grand Vision Foundation for co-sponsoring this series.
