Emilie White

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Managing Editor at Diablo

Managing Editor at Napa Sonoma Magazine

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Top Tickets: June 26-July 2

3 days ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

FestivalAlameda County FairThrough 7/6 There’s something for each guest at the fair, held annually at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, including rides, animals, food vendors, and movie screenings. This week will see concerts from Too $hort, Colbie Caillat, and Tower of Power. alamedacountyfair.com. Visual ArtFresh Eyes: Featured Artist Nancy RobertsThrough 8/2 Enjoy a series of colorful works from painter Nancy Roberts in Valley Art Gallery’s latest show in Walnut Creek.
Five Questions for Ilya Alekseev

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

In March, the Oakland Roots soccer team made its debut as the new resident squad at the Oakland Coliseum, bringing in more than 26,000 sports fans to the sold-out opening home game. For defender Ilya Alekseev, an Amador Valley High School alum who was born and raised in Pleasanton, playing in the historic venue was just the latest milestone in his young career.
Holi Celebration

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

On March 23, City Center Bishop Ranch in San Ramon hosted its 15th annual Holi Celebration, a traditional Hindu festival that takes place at the start of the spring season to represent the victory of light over dark. The afternoon featured henna and rangoli, dance performances, and a live DJ. Guests also rejoiced in the throwing of colors, a favorite among Holi participants worldwide.
East Bay Filmmakers

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

Paul Scanlan and Jeff Annison set out to create a new kind of studio when they cofounded Legion M, the first entertainment company owned by fans. Now with more than 50,000 investors, some contributing as little as $40, Legion M produces innovative feature and documentary films while also giving fans a say in the projects they make. “We felt like there’s no industry that is more suited for equity crowdfunding than film and television,” says Annison.
Ovation Gala

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

In March, Berkeley Repertory Theatre’s Ovation Gala paid tribute to the work of Berkeley native Eisa Davis, who received a Pulitzer Prize nomination for her play Bulrusher and recently collaborated with Lin-Manuel Miranda on the Warriors concept album.
Oakland Marathon Kids Fun Run

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

This spring’s Oakland Marathon, which includes a series of races for all ages, welcomed some adorable participants on March 22 during the Kids Fun Run. Hosted at the Henry J. Kaiser Center for the Arts by the Eat. Learn. Play. foundation, started by Stephen and Ayesha Curry to support Oakland children, the fun run was open to youth ages 12 and under who could also enjoy music and interactive activities.
Annual Fundraiser

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

The Gable Heart Beats Foundation’s goal is to promote heart health and the early detection of cardiac concerns by financing heart screenings and donating AEDs to schools and community gathering spaces. The organization’s 14th Annual Fundraiser at Livermore’s 3 Steves Winery in March directly supported that mission, offering a silent auction, live fundraising opportunities, entertainment, small bites and desserts, and even complimentary wine to those in attendance.
Viva Las Symphony! Gala

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

Supporters of the California Symphony gathered at Berkeley’s Claremont Resort and Club in April for a festive Las Vegas–themed evening that raised more than $169,000 to help the educational and performance efforts of the symphony. Artistic and music director Donato Cabrera hosted the proceedings, which honored philanthropist Michael Weiner and included a three-course dinner, dancing, and casino tables. Attendees could also take part in a live auction and paddle raise.
Top Tickets: June 19-25

1 week ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

TheaterWho’s With Me? Through 6/22 The East Bay’s own W. Kamau Bell is currently in the midst of a week of performances of his one-man show Who’s With Me? at Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre. Funds from the Emmy awardee’s production will be donated to more than a dozen local arts organizations in need. berkeleyrep.org. TheaterTrue WestThrough 6/28 Sam Shepard’s classic play introduces audiences to a pair of brothers with very different life paths who are trying to work together on a screenplay.
Brentwood's Allie Re on Broadway

2 weeks ago | diablomag.com | Emilie White

Allie Re remembers stealing her sister’s edition of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone when she was a kid. Little did she know that she would someday be performing in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, an eighth Harry Potter story written specifically for the stage. “I’ve seen a lot of Broadway shows, but nothing has magic like this,” she says. “When I found out I got it, it felt very serendipitous to be my Broadway debut.