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ctober has been full of tricks and treats - and it's not even Halloween! This year's Burn the Witch IV art show, recently came under attack by some rather “mysterious forces” in the community.
Upon receiving the news of the vandalism you'll read about on pg. 7, I was truly shocked. In all my years as a musician in the community and as a fan of local art, this has never happened to my knowledge. This town loves noisy street corner Prop. 8 protests and things of that nature, but an art show? I've been privileged to know the ladies behind the annual Burn The Witch Art show since it's inception. Over the years we've developed a great relationship as colleagues and supporters of each other's work. Last year they graced the cover of Bakotopia, and this year they're back stronger than ever!
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In the wake of all the damage and pain caused to everyone involved, we should all rally around the artists in this year's Burn The Witch IV. Please make plans to attend the show's opening on Oct. 17 and closing on Oct. 31 to show your love and support. Embrace the elements of change... Thanks to all of this week's contributors and advertisers!
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Idol Letdowns During meet n' greets - sometimes being a band's biggest fan isn't enough to deter a rock star ego. By Miranda Whitworth, Bakotopia.com contributor t's amazing how a first meeting can forever influence your opinion of a person. The old saying, you never get a second chance to make a first impression is more true than we realize. Take my first meeting with Francis as an example. It was 4 years ago and I was just a lowly news reporter at Clear Channel. I had seen Francis around the building and decided to introduce myself while we were taking a break. I said “Hi, I'm Miranda Whitworth. What's your name?” At that point Francis, dressed as if he had just returned from a drum circle, introduced himself as Dr. David Banner (you know, from The Hulk). This was in front of five people who knew his true identity, yet insisted he was not an employee of KRAB, but in fact a respected member of the medical community. In my head I promised myself I would never speak to that man again. Fast forward four years I am now contractually obligated to talk to him, but things could be worse. I share this story because it's important to know that a fleeting moment between two people, whether it is between friends or an artist and a fan, can have quite an impact. I have been extremely lucky to introduce many KRAB listeners to musicians and song writers they adore and for the most part those experiences have been great. 3 Doors Down came to
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Bakersfield two years ago and Francis and I had the opportunity to conduct a listener “meet and greet” with the band. The guys were extremely nice and bent over backwards to please their fans. They even invited us back to their dressing room, offered an interview and refreshments! I have to admit before we met the band Francis and I would occasionally bag on their music but from that point on we have thought very fondly of 3 Doors Down and will never say anything bad about them. The same can be said about bands like Flyleaf, Taking Back Sunday, Panic at the Disco and Rey Fresco. All were very accommodating and wanted to make sure the listeners and the staff at KRAB connected with them on a brief yet personal level. Unfortunately, the same is not so true for one of Bakersfield's biggest hometown acts - KORN. When KORN made their way to Bakersfield with the Family Values Tour in '07, we were excited to see them and so were the fans. But KORN didn't seem that excited to see us. Ok, I'm sure playing in your hometown can be exhausting - but between a less than friendly road manager and very key members of the band missing for the listener “meet and greet” we were left feeling a little bit slighted. I know that when it
comes to spending time with a national act you have to leave your expectations at the door, especially if you are a DJ. However, fans deserve a little more heart, especially if they are tried and true and from your own stomping grounds. The question now is can a band redeem itself? Jared Leto and 30 Seconds to Mars are on the brink of making good to their fans. While I love the music of 30 Seconds to Mars several self serious and rather rude interviews conducted with front man Jared Leto made me rethink my taste for the group. Leto did not hide his enormous ego during a '06 interview with Blender magazine in which he suggested he could never give up life in Hollywood because no other musician turned actor has accomplished his level of crossover success. I could name a few starting with Frank Sinatra and ending with Jack Black, but who is counting? Now Leto and Mars have a chance to make things right. After a long hiatus due to film scheduling and strife between band members they are finally releasing a new album. As a show of “thanks” for listeners patience, their new album art will include 2,000 pictures of their loyal fans. Will it be enough? I will wait until I shake Leto's hand in Bakersfield before I reevaluate my opinion. Stay up to date with all of the KRAB jocks at: www.KRAB.com. Listen for Matt from Bakotopia on the KRAB Morning Show every issue drop date. Next Appearance: Oct. 29 in the 9 a.m. hour!
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Evil Dead The Musical makes its Bako run at The Spotlight thru October. By Jen Raven, Bakotopia.com contributor or the first time in almost seventeen years that I've known him, my husband was more excited to see a live stage show than I was. From the moment we heard 'Evil Dead the Musical' was coming to town, Todd was planning to attend. Todd has been an Evil Dead fan from the start. Myself; not so much. Horror movies have never been my thing. But I have to admit; after tonight, I'm definitely a fan of the musical; especially our own Spotlight Theatre's version. The script; funny! The actors; talented! The makeup; scary! The effects; gross! And the set itself was as entertaining and energetic as any of the singing, dancing 'deadites' in the cast, offering one inventive surprise after another (I won't spoil it by going into detail!). This show is rowdy, randy, and fast-paced. When five college students set out for a weekend in the woods, they accidentally unleash an Army of Darkness. The stage is soon covered with capering Canderian Demons, and the audience (in the first three rows, anyway) is soon covered with goo and gore (special ponchos are available for purchase before the show). Seating farther back is safely outside of the "splatter zone" but the effects are just as enjoyable from afar!
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Above: A scene from Evil Dead The Musical at The Spotlight. Overall this production totally rocked, and not just in a totally 80's way (even if that is when the series first came out). It was obvious that everyone involved worked really hard, to pull out a brilliant show. I have to give kudos to the director, Jarred Clowes. Such a complex production might have crumbled under less skillful leadership; but this show came together like a deliciously gooey, if gorey, s'more. I could fill pages with high praise for the cast, and the crew. This show is an excellent example of what can happen when talented people work together toward a common goal. Bravo, all around. 'Evil Dead the Musical' has something for everyone, excepting small children: Parents, leave the kids at home! This sexy, highenergy romp has plenty of adult content, strong language, and some very convincing horror makeup effects, courtesy of Jennifer Sorkin. All in all, this was a thoroughly enjoyable night out, and worth every penny. Call the Box Office at: 634.0692, and get your tickets reserved, now; a show this good is sure to sell out! -Evil Dead the Musical, Directed by Jarred Clowes -The Spotlight Theatre, 1622 19th Street, 634.0692 - Playing October 16, 17, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 at 8 PM *Sunday October 25 at 2:00 PM -Tickets $20.00 each or $18.00 when purchased in advance
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Movie Screening Mission Let's get our own screening of 'Paranormal Activity' in Bakersfield for Halloween. By Cesareo Garasa, Bakotopia.com contributor ake one part "Blair Witch Project" one part "The Entity" and, what the heck, another part "The Exorcist" and you have the new underground movie phenomenon known as "Paranormal Activity". Filmed for $11,000 in the director's own home, this little film that could was originally released in 2007 where Dreamworks studios bought it with the plans of a rem-make. After screening it at Steven Spielberg's house where it, reportedly, scared him so bad he couldn't be left alone in the room (this is the same guy that made "Poltergeist" and "JAWS", the audience went nuts for it. It was decided to leave it as is and redo the ending (for the better - according to the director) and let Paramount do the releasing. It was recently screened last month at
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Texas' Fantastic Film festival where the critics and audience were ecstatic about it, receiving it as one of "the scariest movies ever made" almost unanimously. The story is this: a couple think there's something haunting their house. The boyfriend gets a video camera and films as they sleep. It's filmed in a cinema verite style ala Blair Withc and Cloverfield but the bedroom scenes are filmed with the camera mounted in one spot and recording the ridiculously creepy stuff that happens. Little by little it goes from creepy to bugnuts terrifying! Instead of the usual way of distributing movies, Paramount is doing an online petition where the cities that demand it the most will get the movie. Every showing it's had since opening in 13 cities on September 25 (and 10 cities the week after), have been sold out quickly!
So, come on Bakersfield! Let's do this! How cool would it be to have an intense communal event where everyone is enjoying the movie and reacting in the same way: consistently on edge and, whenever the lights go out in the bedroom onscreen, going "Oh crap, here we go again"! After the movie is over, everyone will have a group "WTF"? moment. I have a feeling no one will be sleeping soundly after watching this film. Follow these instructions… Go to the film's official website: www.paranormalmovie.com Press the 'DEMAND IT' button. Last time I checked, we we're #40 as of October 2nd (YEAH!) but Fresno's #27. FRESNO?! C'mon! Don't let "Shelbyville" get it first, spread the word. Let's get in on the zeitgeist and give ourselves one HELL of a Halloween present. If you don't do this, may you have some paranormal activity of your own! Mwahaha!
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Follow these steps and you are in, it’s so easy! YOU BECOME THE MEDIA! The web is buzzing with good stories and blogs about everyday life in Bakersfield and the surrounding areas, and readers want you to share! 1) Get your ideas together: a story, event, photos, band, show, food review ANYTHING FLOATING AROUND YOUR MIND & COMMUNITY IS COOL! 2) Start writing to your heart’s content! 3) 400-500 words will do, but if you’re on a roll, keep writing, or if it’s short and sweet, go ahead and submit it online or via e-mail! 4) Don’t worry about being the best writer out there - we’ll help you with editing. 5) Make sure to include a high-res photo or graphic to accompany your piece. If you don't have one, we'll find one for you!
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Art Imitates Life In Bakersfield Did Burn The Witch IV stir up Salem-like hysteria among the townspeople before its art show opening? By Matt Munoz, Bakotopia Editor ocally-produced Bakersfield art show, Burn The Witch, featured in this issue of Bakotopia recently came under attack prior to its Oct. 17 opening. The following is a short recap of the unpleasant incident. The Incident: After preparing artwork displays for the upcoming Burn The Witch IV art show at the new Metro Special Events, 2801 F St., the week of October 1, BTWIV show curator Nyoka Jameson returned on Saturday, October 3, to find that some of the art show's pieces had been moved and vandalized. Shocked by what she found, she immediately contacted BPD to file a report and phone calls were made. Some of the show's expensive pieces were found damaged, placed in the restroom facility, and in some cases - gone missing. The Damage: According to the BPD police report filed by Jameson, total damage was estimated at over 2,600.00. Some of the pieces included small, coffin shaped
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sculpture boxes made of wood, an 11"x14" framed piece, and a 6 foot sculpture. After being contacted, the artists were upset and angered. The following are portions of reactions by some of the artists whose art was involved in the attack. Artist Micky Piercy ("The Crucifixion of Mother Earth") "I knew my piece would be controversial. That was my intention. To me, the subject in question is the violation of our Earth ... But, I want people to understand what I meant by the title, "The Crucifixion of Mother Earth" is meant to be a parallel ... Christ was killed by his own people. Our Earth ... she's being killed, by her own people; we continue to pollute, knowing the damage we're doing ... and that's what I was trying to say. I never meant to be blasphemous or disrespectful of the Christian faith in any way. I was raised Pentecostal; I was raised in the church. And while I don't consider myself to be a 'Christian' I do have a profound respect for other people's religious beliefs. The title of this show totally fits; that's what they're trying to do, here; they're trying to burn
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Above: One of the many works of art you’ll see at this year’s Burn the Witch IV art show, Oct. 17-31 at Metro Special Events. it upon himself to trash it and the witch”! Artist Jenn Williams ("Story make a jackass of himself in the Boxes") process. That is about the van“I'm just thinking, 'really?' dals themselves ... it has nothing This really happened? Truthfully, to do with us, or our art”. right now I actually feel worse for Will Burn The Witch IV flame the woman whose artwork was on"? The answer is a resounding, YES! damaged and moved. That's so **Don Martin of Metro Galamazingly hateful, and disreleries who was out of town during spectful. My art is gone. Micky's the incident expressed his disapart has been damaged. We've pointment, and stated he is not been violated ... but we still have affiliated with any other group’s to go on, put on the show ... and leasing of the building. Upon his that's traumatic. return, Martin has been actively To me, this is not a religious working with artists to make thing, at all. It's a censorship repairs and assure the safety of thing. The artwork was not relithe artists and their works. giously motivated, so how can Support "Burn The Witch IV" the reaction to it be considered at Metro Special Events, on religiously motivated? This isn't October 17! TURN THE PAGE! 'us vs. them;' ... this is artwork, on display ... and someone took
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ntroduction ... As yet another amazing incarnation of c Burn the Witch draws near, I find myself W not only reminiscing on years past, but also t looking to the future. c If this empowering movement is to surs vive, we will continue to need new blood, each year. And, while it’s true that I continue a to slog through the trenches of our local arts b t scene, it’s important to remember that I’m s not alone. That’s especially crucial in this year; the fluctuating economy has been tough on the arts, everywhere. It would be easy to get discouraged, if not for the company I’m keeping. As it turns out, I’m in some pretty good company. I’d like to climb out of the trenches for a moment, and highlight four, among the many, who’ve worked hard to help create Burn the Witch IV. So much more than just pretty faces; the models in this year’s Above: Becky Osterdock promotional photos are strong, educated, and talented women. They, and others like h them, are the reason I continue to work for a t better arts community in Bakersfield; and I t am honored to stand beside them, as part of G this year’s Burn the Witch. M It’s important to remember that, as the g arts belong to all of us, so to is it the responR sibility of everyone, to keep the arts alive. A Burn the Witch! ~Jen Raven (BTW founder) A n The Next Generation … meet the sirens. h N Nyoka Jameson (BTW IV Curator) W -Age: 28 -BA in Art from CSUB, working on her Masters t in Fine Art; Art Academy of San Francisco. One of the First Four women who originally D c founded Burn the Witch, last year Nyoka served on the BTW Board as Assistant to the p t Curator, and this year she’s running the m show. Nyoka is founder and President of F Bakersfield’s newest non-profit arts organia zation, Bakersfield Emerging Contemporary f Artists. D Nyoka is a skilled painter, and the lead i vocalist in a local band, “Destroy the e Throne.” She is very active in Bakersfield’s Arts community; she has participated in Via Arte for four years; she has created and sold i artwork in the ACK fundraiser, Artini; she has a d created award winning artwork for the Kern j County Fair; and she won the Best of Show
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award twice at the Underground Gallery. She’s also shown artwork in Sacramento, and will be part of the upcoming January ‘Cannibal Flower’ exhibit, in Los Angeles. Nyoka is enthusiastic about taking on the of challenge of creating this year’s Burn the elf Witch, though she does admit, “It turned out also to be a lot more work than I’d realized! Especially because we had to move our growing urshow to a larger venue ... and then move it d, ntinue again when our venue fell through. But it’s all been worth it, and I want to continue to keep al arts this event alive. Burn the Witch has been I’m such a valuable thing for the women in our his arts community, and it’s where BECA was born. So, while I plan on serving as curator at least through BTW V, I do intend, someday, to hand it off to the next curator, just as Raven handed it over to me.” Nyoka would like to thank all the BTW artists and fans who volunteered their time to help bring this show to life, especially Robyn, Becky, and Destiny, who stayed until 4 a.m. with her, to complete the hang! Thank you to the BTW Osterdock. board members, who have been working so like hard in the last several months, to organize for a this complex event. Also, she would like to nd I thank Don Martin of Metro Galleries, Nichole art of Garvin of The Arts Council of Kern, and Matt Munoz of Bakotopia Magazine, for all of their the generous support. esponve. Robyn Lace (BTW IV Creative Director) Age: 28 AA in Art from Bakersfield College, BS in Business from University of Phoenix, working on ens. her Masters in Cross Cultural Education; National University. This is Robyn’s second year to Burn the Witch. Last year she helped us put the show asters together; this year she’s serving as Creative o. ginally Director of our promotions campaign. Robyn came up with the concepts for this year’s a to the photo shoots, and designed much of the costuming for them as well. Robyn is an active member of BECA; she teaches our popular of Framing and Hanging Hardware workshops, ganiand helps us put together our raffle baskets orary for fundraisers. She also acted as Creative Director for BECA’s ‘Muse’ group arts exhibit ad in March. And, she has participated in Bakersfield’s Via Arte for nine years. eld’s Robyn is a true Renaissance Woman; she n Via d sold is skilled in acrylics and watercolor; she’s he has active in our community theatre scene; she designs and creates beautiful costumes and Kern jewelry; and she’s generous with her time how
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and talent, when it comes to helping other aspiring artists. “I really love teaching, and I’m happy to have the opportunity to teach through BECA. The artists in BECA are like family to me, and I’m so glad the group is continuing to grow. This year’s Burn the Witch will be the best one yet ... it’s my favorite art show, and Halloween is my favorite time of year ... and BECA artists are my favorite people ... I can’t wait for the Burn the Witch costume party, on October 31!”
sion to a Master’s program. This is Becky’s first year to be a part of Burn the Witch, but she did get to see the exhibit last year: “I was really impressed with the floor-to-ceiling artwork. Just walking through the gallery inspired me to paint.” Becky’s latest oils-on-canvas series of masks will be on display at this year’s exhibit; “I’ve just finished some paintings that I’ve been working on for nearly two years. They will finally be unveiled at Burn the Witch IV.” Becky works with ceramics, as well, and she is skilled with pastels; she’s participated in Via Arte for three years; this will be her fourth. In last year’s Via Arte, she won first place for original artwork; the year before she won third place for a reproduction. Becky is good friends with fellow artists Nyoka, Destiny, and Robyn, so she really enjoyed working on the promotions for this year’s event. “The photo shoots were so much fun! And I’m honored to be a representative for Burn the Witch, in Bakotopia magazine. I’m so proud to be doing something in support of the women artists in our city.” Becky also adds that she’s excited for all the free classes BECA offers the men and women artists in our community; “It’s so important to continue educating ourselves on what's happening with contemporary art, today. The classes and field trips to galleries, inside and outside of Bakersfield, will be so valuable for our local emerging artists.”
Destiny Pledger (BTW IV newcomer) Age: 27 AA in Psychology from Bakersfield College, working on her BA in Psychology from CSUB. This is Destiny’s first year with Burn the Witch. She was encouraged to join our movement by Robyn Lace; “Robyn had seen some of my work, and commented on how it was good, and it ought to be shown. But, aside from having some of my student artwork on display at Bakersfield College, I’ve never actually been part of an arts exhibit; I’d never considered my masks and costumes to be ‘art’ before talking to Robyn and Nyoka ... I just enjoyed creating new costumes as a hobby. Working with other women artists has helped me to form a different opinion, about what I do.” Destiny is a skillful costumer, and also creates some pretty amazing leatherwork masks. “All my dresses for the show are made from my own patBurn the Witch IV ~ terns. The RenaisNEW LEADERSHIP, sance dress I’ve subNEW LOCATION! mitted to Burn the Because the show Witch is made with has continued to 40+ steel bones and grow in popularity and a wooden underbusk; in participation, it took me about a we’ve had to move it month to complete.” to a larger venue. Though apprehenAlso! This year the sive at first, Destiny lovely and talented has since come to Nyoka will be taking view Burn the Witch charge of our event. as “a completely She’s done a magnifiunregrettable experi- Above: Destiny Pledger. cent job with this ence ... everyone has year’s show. Everyone come out and support been so great to work with; everyone has your local women artists as we BURN THE made me feel so comfortable and so welWITCH in 2009! come ... I’m already looking forward to working with all of these people, again. For any Burn The Witch IV women who are newcomers to our arts scene, I have to tell you; this is the perfect • Metro Special Events, 2801 F St. way to jump in! Everyone is so laid back. • Opening Reception: Oct. 17 from 3-7 p.m. There are no entrance fees. The openings • Food, wine, live entertainment! are parties, rather than formal receptions ... • Admission: $5 the only pressure I've experienced at all was • Closing Reception and Halloween Party in getting my artwork done, in time for the Oct. 31 from 3-7p.m. drop!” • Food, wine, live entertainment, games, Becky Osterdock (BTW IV newcomer) costume contest, and art raffle to benefit Age: 24 BECA, and The Alliance Against Family VioBA in Art from CSUB, working on her teacher’s lence and Sexual Assault. credential, as well as her portfolio for submis-
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Talladega Frights! “Haunted Funhouse” (Also Fri & Sat.) 6221 Norris Road 7 pm / $12 / All Ages www.talladegafrights.com
Monday Night Football w/ Francis Mayer of KRAB! Giveaways, food & drink specials Camino Real Restaurant 5 p.m. / 21+ / 852-0493
OCT. 20 Mac Attack's Karaoke (Every Tues., Wed., Fri.) The Junction 2620 Buck Owens Blvd. 8 p.m. / 21+ / 327-9651
OCT. 21 W.E.E.D. Wednesday “We Enjoy Eating Downtown” Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 4-9 p.m. / $5 dinnerS *Travis Byler live at 8 p.m.
The Chamber “Haunted Funhouse!” (Also Fri-Sun.) Sam Lynn Ball Park 4009 Chester Ave. 7 p.m. / All Ages 322-5200
OCT. 23 Electro Dance Party! Jerry's Pizza 1817 Chester Ave 8 p.m. / All Ages / 6331000 Evil Dead - The Musical (Also Sat.) The Spotlight Theater 1622 19th St. / 8 p.m. $20 / 634-0692
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SATURDAY, OCT. 17 Burn The Witch IV!
Monday Night Football Nite! Giant screen TV, $8 buffet w/ ESPN Radio LIVE! Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 5 p.m. / 21+ / 324-2557
“Opening Reception” -Metro Special Events -2801 F St. -3 - 7 p.m. / $5 **Art show run runs through October 31st!
Monday Night Football w/ Francis Mayer of KRAB! Giveaways, food & drink specials Camino Real Restaurant 5 p.m. / 21+ / 852-0493
SPOTLIGHT
Whiskey Galore & 1916 Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 9 p.m. / 21+ / 324-2557 Catch-22 - LIVE! The Belvedere 3090 Brundage Ln. 9 p.m. / 21+ / 325-2139
Velorio, Vital, Misterequis - LIVE! Sandrini's, 1918 Eye St. 8 p.m. / 21+ / 322-8900 PONG661 Beer Pong! “Satellite Tourney” Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 1 - 7 p.m. / 324-2557
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OCT. 25
TV & Bettie's Undead Le Corruse Rouge 4647 White Ln. 9 p.m. / $5 / 21+
Evil Dead - The Musical The Spotlight Theater 1622 19th St. / 2 p.m. $20 / 634-0692
Despise You, Crom Mobius Dick & Order Jerry's Pizza 1817 Chester Ave 6 p.m. / All Ages / 6331000
OCT. 26
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Talladega Frights! “Haunted Funhouse” (Also Tues - Sat.) 6221 Norris Road 7 pm / $12 / All Ages www.talladegafrights.com
OCT. 28 W.E.E.D. Wednesday “We Enjoy Eating Downtown” Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 4-9 p.m. / $5 dinners *Travis Byler live at 8 p.m.
“Wicked Words” w/ Nick Belardes Trout's, 805 N. Chester 7 - 9 p.m. / 21+
OCT. 30
Ethel’s Halloween Bash Ethel’s Old Corral 4310 Alfred Harrell Hwy 9 p.m. / 21+ / FREE
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Halloween Bash! w/ Dread Zeppelin, Vanity Avenue, That That, G-Smoke & DJ Thrilla! Narducci's Café 622 E 21st St. 7 p.m. / 21+ / $15 Halloween Party! DJ Dancing & more! Amestoy's 2303 River Blvd. 9 p.m. / 21+ / No Cover!
Burn The Witch IV! “Closing Reception & Party!” Metro Special Events 2801 F St. 3 - 7 p.m. / $5
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Halloween Freakout! 7 p.m. - Ron Saylor Magic, 9 p.m. - Evil Dead The Musical, 12 a.m. - Rocky Horror Picture Show! The Spotlight Theater 1622 19th St. / 634-0692
OCT. 29
Halloween Party! w/ The Usual Suspects The Belvedere 3090 Brundage Ln. The Nile Halloween Bash #1 9 p.m. / 21+ / 325-2139 The Nile Bar The Nile Halloween Bash #2 1721 19th St. The Nile Bar 9 p.m. / 21+ / 363-3179 1721 19th St. 9 p.m. / 21+ / 363-3179
Evil Dead - The Musical (Also Fri.-Sat.) The Spotlight Theater 1622 19th St. / 8 p.m. $20 / 634-0692
POST YOUR EVENTS AT: 7th Annual Halloween Haunt WWW.BAKOTOPIA.COM w/ Just Dave Band TO SEE THEM HERE! Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 9 p.m. / 324-2557
The Chamber “Haunted Funhouse!” (Also Fri-Sat.) Sam Lynn Ball Park 4009 Chester Ave. 7 p.m. / All Ages 322-5200
Backup Johnny Fishlips, 1517 18th St. 9 p.m. / 21+ / 324-2557
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Scariest story ever? Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery” continues to stun new generations of readers By Greg Goodsell, Bakotopia contributor hen Shirley Jackson’s short story “The Lottery” was first published in The New Yorker back in 1948, it created a bang wallop. Furthermore, when it is read by adolescents today - even after being assailed by the most extreme imagery the mass media can dish out to them - it still creates quite the horror. A perennial staple of Southern California high Shirley Jackson schools, few things are quite as satisfying as seeing supposed jaded teenagers looking up after reading the story with stunned expressions on their faces. “The Lottery” does have antecedents in literature. Set in an unspecified American town, the story calls to mind the small-communities-with-a-large-secret-to-hide as penned in the works of Nathaniel Hawthorne and H. P. Lovecraft. Nothing “supernatural” whatsoever occurs in the story, which only adds to its power. The plotting is methodical and bone-dry. Members of a small town gather in the main square for the annual lottery, and the ritual is played out with a routine precision.
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When “The Lottery” was first published, Jackson and The New Yorker received tons of hate mail. Many condemned the story, about a barbarous custom to be “sadistic, violent and modern.” Since the horror genre relies heavily on shock and transgression, these accusations can be viewed as a back-handed compliment to the story’s power. “The Lottery” has a local connection as well. In 1969, a short film version of the story for Encyclopedia Brittanica was filmed on location in the city of Taft. Viewable at YouTube.com, the classic short was reportedly one of the most indemand short films in public schools in the 16mm era. Author Shirley Jackson, America's preeminent female author of horror fiction is perhaps best known for her 1959 novel “The Haunting of Hill House” which was adapted for film twice, with varying degrees of success. Jackson, who passed away in 1965 at the age of 48, was a singular and remarkable woman. Owning a voluminous collection of books on witchcraft and black magic, not a single supernatural element was to ever waft into any of her stories. Even “Hill House,” a traditional ghost
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story, can be explained away as the imaginings of a neurotic heroine. Her small New England town that figures in “The Lottery” may have been shaped by the fact that she lived most of her life in rural New Hampshire, her husband and four children the only educated intellectuals in a community of hard scrabble farmers. Jackson has since been lauded as the one author most attuned with America’s cold war anxieties, addressing the fears of a nation confronted with the harsh realities of the atom bomb and the concentration camp. Whatever the case, Jackson was acutely aware of the petty jealousies and isolations of the American mindset. In a debt of gratitude to the creator of the first truly modern horror story, Stephen King dedicated his novel “Firestarter” thusly: “In memory of Shirley Jackson, who never needed to raise her voice.” If you haven’t read Jackson’s short story, do so immediately. Resisting pat and glib interpretation, “The Lottery” continues to shock and horrify readers more than 50 years later. The story’s overriding message to this writer, it would appear to be that evil is the most potent when served in the guise of unthinking tradition. Go to www.youtube.com, and search: 'The Lottery Shirley Jackson' to see the film!
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Back To Smoke You Out! Herb aficionados rejoice - Cypress Hill's biggest party returns Oct. 23-24. By DJ Mikey, Bakotopia.com contributor ack in '98, legendary hip-hop group Cypress Hill introduced the wildly successful “Smoke Out” - a celebration of music and the marijuana culture. After a six year absence, the festival is back for a mind blowing experience you won't forget or leave you a little fuzzy. The two day festival kicks off Friday, October 23rd and runs through Saturday, October 24th at the San Manuel Amphitheater in San Bernardino, Ca.
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“We've pulled out all the stops for this year's festival. It's going to be the comiccon of cannabis”!, said promoter Chang Weisburg of Guerilla Union. This year's festival is bigger than ever. Performances include a crossover bongload of acts like: Slipknot, Deftones, Cypress Hill, Method Man & Redman, Bad Brains, Penny wise and much more. But it's the reunions that are getting everyone buzzing. Rap groups - Goodie Mob and the Geto Boys are back together with all original members set to hit the stage. Also a very special performance by Sublime will be on hand, minus late lead-vocalist Bradley Nowell who passed away in '96. Filling in for Nowell is new lead singer, “Rome”, who looks to keep the Sublime blunt burning brightly. In addition to music, a medical marijuana
expo will also take place to help expand showgoers knowledge about the multi-million dollar hemp industry. Expert discussion panels, Smoke Out glass art showcases, a vendor village and even massive munchie gardens will be at your disposal and don't forget about 4:20 movie night (Friday only) showcasing “How High” and Cheech & Chong's “Nice Dreams”. Did I forget to mention that Cheech & Chong will be your hosts? Bring your Visine, your appetite, and some earplugs - it's gonna be a long weekend in the desert!
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