Events Around the Bay – Week of April 20, 2018

Stars on Ice in San Jose 
May 13 at 4 p.m.

Missed the 2018 Winter Olympic Games in Korea? Don’t despair! The champions on ice are on their way to San Jose to shine and awe spectators at the SAP Center. The Stars on Ice Tour will feature 2018 Olympic Medalists and World Champions highlighted by performances by Nathan Chen, Maria and Alex Shibutani, Ashley Wagner, Adam Rippon, Mirai Nagasu, Karen Chen, Vincent Zhou, Meryl Davis and Charlie White, and Bradie Tennell. Stars on Ice continues to be a pioneer in figure skating by offering fans the rare opportunity to witness some of the world’s most creative and cherished champions performing together in both individual and ensemble routines.
Founded and produced by Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Hamilton, Stars on Ice is one of the premier family entertainment events in the U.S., and the only figure skating tour in America that has annually brought fans the greatest performances and competitors from around the globe. Don’t miss this amazing show.

Tickets and Information
Prices range from $12 to $85
1-800-745-3000
www.ticketmaster.com
Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more by calling 408-977-4715.
SAP Center
525 West Santa Clara Street in San Jose

Photos courtesy of Stars on Ice

Spring into Books in Berkeley
April 28 & 29 
Indoor Session: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Free Outdoor Fair: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Meet, chat, and get inspired by 250 authors at the 4th Annual Bay Area Book Festival in downtown Berkeley. Robert Reich, Alice Waters, Rebecca Solnit, Pico Iyer, and Dave Eggers are some of the featured writers scheduled to appear. This year’s festival features eight films based on literature with Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive and includes screenings and introductions from renowned authors and filmmakers. Bring the kids to interact with their favorite children’s book authors such as Katherine Applegate (One and Only Ivan). A free outdoor fair, hands-on activities, a carnival, and a personal appearance by Grammy nominees Alphabet Rockets will keep all the attendees entertained and quite busy.

Tickets and Information
Priority Tickets: $10; General Passes: $15
baybookfest.org
Downtown Berkeley
Photos courtesy of the Bay Area Book Festival

In The Heights at Hammer Theatre in San Jose
April 27 & 28 at 7 p.m.
May 2 at 1 a.m.; May 3, 4 and 5 at 7 p.m.; May 6 at 1 p.m.

The San Jose State University Music and Dance faculty students collaborate with San Jose native and vocal consultant Jesse Sanchez known to audiences for his performances in the national tour of Hamilton, to present In the Heights, the Tony Award-winning musical and Broadway hit by Lin-Manuel Miranda of the Hamilton fame. Patrons can enjoy the original Broadway set converted for this special production at Hammer. Should be spectacular and not to be missed.

Tickets and Information
Prices start at $20
408-924-8501
www.hammertheatre@SJSU.edu
Hammer Theatre
101 Paseo de San Antonio in San Jose

Photo courtesy of SJSU

Smuin Ballet Pirouettes Through the Bay Area
Through April 29 in San Francisco
May 11-12 in Walnut Creek
May 24-27 in Mountain View
June 1-2 in Carmel

Master dance maker Val Caniparoli inaugurates and creates Smuin Dance Series 02 for the devotees of this remarkable dance company. The program starts with playful “If I Were a Sushi Roll” and continues with Helen Pickett’s romantic and passionate “Oasis” set to an original score by Emmy award-winning House of Cards composer Jeff Beal. Choreographer-in-residence Amy Seiwert’s visually stunning “Falling Up” offers an in-depth exploration of the strength and trust between partners. Set to a lush piano score by Johannes Brahms, it is a Seiwert’s signature sculptural movements enhancing the energy of contemporary ballet. It should be mesmerizing, as Smuin’s ballets usually are. Check the website for the locations and the times of the performances.

 Tickets and Information
Prices range from $32 to $79
415-214-8198
smuinballet.org

Photo courtesy of Smuin Ballet

Lina Broydo immigrated from Russia, then the Soviet Union, to Israel where she was educated and got married. After working at the University in Birmingham, England, she and her husband immigrated to the United States. She lives in Los Altos Hills, CA and writes about travel, art, style, entertainment, and sports. She hardly cooks or bakes, with no borsch or piroshky on her home cooking menu. Therefore, she makes reservations and enjoys dining out, mostly sushi.