COLLAGE is an arts venue in San Pedro that opened in July 2021.
The mission of COLLAGE is to serve both the local and broader community with programs that are adventurous yet accessible. This is done by taking an expansive view of art that can include the visual, performative, culinary, and literary world, and making culture inclusive to consider ethnicity, affinity, ability, and emerging ways people are brought together. COLLAGE builds relationships with artistic and cultural communities and provides a space where they may come together to teach, learn, and entertain.
Live Music - Entertainment - Art shows - Culinary Programs -
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Sound Scientists Album Release Concert
FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 7:30 PM
After several years in the lab, join The Sound Scientists in celebrating the release of their debut self-titled album. With electrifying grooves, earworm melodies, and an embrace of the entire spectrum of music there's something for everyone.
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San Pedro Searches For The Greatest Storyteller
SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 7:30 PM
Every city is full of stories of heartbreak and humor, danger and joy, but you usually only hear them from people you know. This evening that door is open to everyone as storytellers vie for a cash prize with their true tales lasting six minutes or less. To hear them all, or to share your tale and be in the running to win $50, sign up and get ready for an evening of wonder.
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Actor's Jungle Workshops - June
MONDAYS, JUNE 9, 16, 23 AND 30, 6 PM
Interested in developing skills that will help you be successful in live theater or in front of a camera? Award-winning actor William August works with a small class to develop your talent. This is one of a series of workshops with friendly, supportive coaching that can lead to casting in productions great and small.
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Sea Shanty Sing at Collage
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 7 PM
San Pedro used to have a popular shanty singing session, but this ended with the closure of the establishment where it took place. A port town deserves nautical music, and we’re bringing it back under the leadership of Steve Saunders. The harmonies that once rang out aboard tall ships will sound again in our little concert space on Pacific Avenue.
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June Open Jazz Jam – come and play!
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18, 7 PM
Catch a groove as we play through jazz standards and free jams for two hours of creative improvisation. We have a piano and drum kit, and a house guitar and bass, and welcome all sorts of instruments. The jam will be led by Grant Hungerford, a trumpet player who studied at Juilliard and the Manhattan School of Music and has performed with the LA Philharmonic. Grant was professor of Trumpet at UC Santa Barbara and is also a private teacher, and he knows how to work with students at all levels.
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Acoustic Guitar Workshop With Tom Bellizia
SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 10 AM
Are you an acoustic guitar player with good basic skills who would like to improve your playing and build confidence? Performing musician Tom Bellizia will teach finger-picking and flat picking styles, bass and melodic movement, chord voicings, etc., as they apply to song performance and improvisation. Tom will share knowledge and playing experience in a positive, collaborative, fun environment.
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Make Music Day
SATURDAY, JUNE 21, Noon-10PM
Collage will celebrate the worldwide sonic celebration known as International Make Music Day with a full day of concerts, jam sessions, and other events, and we’re doing it as part of a festival that will bring music and song to several venues within a few blocks of our space. More information will be available soon - watch for more details.
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Post-Genre Jazz with the Scott Heustis Group
SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 7:30 PM
Guitarist Scott Heustis is a post-genre explorer who includes elements of jazz, rock, world music, avant-garde, and experimental music in his playing. At this show he’ll collaborate with drummer Breeze Smith, and upright bassist Tony Green, for an evening of daring instrumental fireworks.
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Acoustic Roots Session with Rebecca Lynn
THURSDAY, JUNE 26, 7 PM
Looking for a place to break out that guitar, fiddle, mandolin, or banjo and celebrate American music? Join the circle at Collage for an evening of music and song that celebrates traditions including Appalachian, old-time, country blues, and acoustic folk. Rebecca Lynn will lead the session, which will finish with a jam on a classic. Sign up to get a list of some tunes that will be played during the evening, or drop in!
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Harbor Rhythms Percussion Session with Jon Poli
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 7 PM
Love making music with your drums, and looking for a session that’s about finding that groove and embellishing it? Professional musician and drummer Jon Poli anchors this evening that includes a little music education and a lot of playing along. Bring your congas, bongos, bodhran, darbuka, or whatever - we have a few to loan, but you may have to share those. We’ll have our kit set up and ready for an evening of percussion magic.
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Songs & Stories with Rosie Flores
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 4 PM
One of America’s most beloved and versatile performers is back! Rosie Flores has explored many avenues of American music, including punk rock, country, singer/songwriter, jazz, and rockabilly. She has been voted one of the top female guitarists of all time, and is renowned for her gritty, soulful vocals. Rosie is now based in Austin, so it’s a special treat that she’s back for an afternoon show of music and stories from her 40-year performing career.
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Pickin' and Grinnin' with The Guesthouse Band
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 4 PM
LA’s favorite bluegrass band brings their high-energy fusion of fiery picking, dazzling harmonies, and reinvented pop hits to you! Led by singing guitarist Ryan Schindler, this dynamic six piece—featuring the gravity-defying fiddling of Andrew Frankel and Hollywood veteran Steve Welch’s dobro magic—turns every show into a foot-stomping celebration. Special guests often join the fun—expect surprises!
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SunDaze Concert: The Dime Box Band
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 4 PM
The Sundaze at Collage series presents the Dime Box Band, a five-piece group that has the unmistakable rapport of a family band. Two generations of musicians sing and play a blend of country-folk and solid rock and roll accented with Appalachian harmonies, fiddle, and chiming mandolin. The sound is unique and engaging, the songs original and fresh, and a good time is had by all.
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SunDaze Concert: Rockabilly From Outer Space with Seatbelt
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12, 4 PM
Buckle up and get ready for the final show in the Sundaze at Collage series! Seatbelt is a three-piece that plays original, Roots-Rockabilly-inspired tunes. If you hear a little surf music in the mix, that’s not your imagination. Thumping upright bass, twangy guitar, spankin’ drums and hillbilly harmonies will make this an upbeat, rockin’ show!