Magician and apparitionist Aiden Sinclair, who has wowed national audiences with his appearances on America’s Got Talent and Penn & Teller Fool Us, brings his show to San Jose’s eeriest estate. Illusions of the Passed—A Theatrical Séance is a mix of illusion, history and ghost stories, all modeled after a Victorian-era séance. These spooky social gatherings were very much in vogue during Sara Winchester’s life and have long played into the myth and mystery of the Mystery House. This show is not suitable for children under 10, so leave the kiddos at home. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on June 5, 2019
What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger… sometimes. Five Bay Area comedians improvise bits based on prompts pulled at random from an envelope. The audience gets to choose the winner. Each comic later has the chance to win more laughs with a prepared set. The winner will advance to the finals, an improv showcase slated for August. That show already includes Jeremy Telemantes of the the Art Critique Comedy Show duo. Sip on Santa Clara Valley Brewing’s beers and enjoy a midweek laugh. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on June 5, 2019
The theme of this shindig, “Aaj Ki Party Meri Taraf Se,” roughly translates to “Today’s party is on me.” That “me” will be DJ Dharak of India, who unites Bollywood and EDM. This Bollywood maestro made music his destiny as a teen, beginning as a choreographer and dancer. Fate took him to Australia—where he formed his DJ persona—and later the UK, before he began to merge Bollywood and commercial house music. Bouncy, animated electronic beats complement the bubbly vivacity of Hindi film songs. EDM electrifies worldwide, and Hindi dance music has flourished since the 2000s since the international hit “Mundian To Bach Ke” by Panjabi MC. Continue reading »
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Conor Agnew on June 5, 2019
The Trims have been playing melancholic post-punk with pop ambitions for nearly a decade now, and if you’ve ever seen one of their high energy live performances, you know they’ve got the chops. While frontman Gabe Maciel’s confessional poetry has always been concerned with loss, regret and heartbreak, sonically the band’s latest record Julian Street finds the San Jose natives embracing increasingly bright hooks. The results are decidedly danceable. Think Two Door Cinema Club if they bled Orange Sauce. Catch them at The Ritz this Saturday with Living Among Giants, Sweet Hayah and DJ Chuy Gomez. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on June 5, 2019
Summertime in Silicon Valley means many things, including stepping out—in more ways than one. The same weekend as Los Angeles’ Pride Festival, the Silicon Valley Pride Picnic invites the community to gather in summer reverie and celebration of the LGBTQI+ community. Silicon Valley Pride began with a gay rights rally in 1975 and has since continued to foster and embolden the entire spectrum of genders and sexual identities to proudly declare their true selves. Allies and members of the queer community are invited to savor free food and good company, play games in the sun, and enjoy art and other entertainment before the SV Pride Parade and Festival in August. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on June 5, 2019
Sunshine and blue skies, bare feet on green grass, picnics—and a brand-new season’s worth of fashion. This show transforms Santana Row Park into a runway, as models sport the latest summer styles and colors, and inspire onlookers to find their own unique looks in one Santana Row’s many shops, such as Everything But Water, Anthropologie and Scotch & Soda. Tickets include seats beside the runway, entry to a style boutique that hosts names like Lash Binder and Sephora, champagne and snacks. The event serves as a benefit for the Princess Project, which aims to provide prom dresses and accessories to teens who cannot afford them. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on June 5, 2019
“Every week has a weekend,” and with the late spring rain finally in the rearview, it’s time to get outdoors and crack open a few cold ones. Brad Paisley invites country lovers to crush some silver bullets with him in Mountain View—just months after the release of tear-jerking love ballad, “My Miracle,” and two years since his 2017 LP, Love and War. The Grand Ole Opry, one of country music’s most revered institutions, brought Paisley into the fold in 2001, just two years after he put out his platinum debut album, Who Needs Pictures. Makes sense, since his twangy tunes pair perfectly with his smooth baritone and fun-loving spirit. Continue reading »
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Erika Rasmussen on June 5, 2019
A well-known neighbor is back. MC Hammer, born Stanley Kirk Burrell in Oakland, once lived in a custom home tucked away in the Fremont hills before he relocated to Tracy. The Hammer’s House Party Tour is Burrell’s first major run of shows since 1991—the year he released his iconic album, Too Legit to Quit. When he’s not consulting for or investing in tech companies or cheering for Bay Area sports teams, the Grammy-winning rapper continues to produce new music, including a Jay-Z diss track, “Better Run Run.” (For real… look it up). Continue reading »
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Bill Kopp on June 5, 2019
Dwight Yoakam launched a life in music at precisely the wrong time. But over the ensuing decades, he helped bend country music—or at least a significant part of it—in the direction he pursued. For his efforts, he has become a commercially successful and critically acclaimed artist, winning two Grammys and awards from each of the three largest organizations in the genre. Continue reading »
I had just heard the terrible news that our beloved cat had cancer. Completely distraught and in tears, I was outside the vet’s office on a call to my husband to tell him. You were taking your dog to your car, but returned to the sidewalk, and waited for me to see you. You then opened your arms, whispered, “I’m a complete stranger,” and approached me with a warm, heartfelt hug of sympathy. You were aware enough to see me in distress, and the unexpected expression of humanity brought me great comfort in that moment. I wish I could have thanked you more, but will always remember the vision of you, your kind hug, and your giving me a thumbs up of hope as you drove away.
I Saw You is an anonymous “man on the street” column. Email your rants and raves about co-workers or any badly behaving citizens to [email protected], or send to 380 S. First St, San Jose, 95113. Submissions should stick to about 100 words.
