Drawing on Jewish values and tradition, the Skirball presents a wide array of public programs for people of all cultural backgrounds. Explore our upcoming offerings below and join us for experiences that promote hope, discovery, and connection.
Sunset Concerts
FREE live music under the stars!
A celebration of America250, honoring the uniquely American musical invention of jazz.
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Sunset Concerts: Terrace Martin Plays Miles / Brandee Younger
Thursday, July 23, 7:00 pm
Our popular summertime music series is back for season 29 with a celebration of America250, honoring the uniquely American musical invention of jazz.
One of the most versatile and freely collaborative artists of his generation, Terrace Martin honors Miles Davis's centennial with a stirring tribute. Harpist, composer, and bandleader Brandee Younger’s music connects spiritual jazz and classical training to the rhythmic soulfulness of R&B and hip-hop.
DJ set by Wyldeflower.
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Sunset Concerts: Tortoise / Kassa Overall
Thursday, July 30, 7:00 pm
Our popular summertime music series is back for season 29 with a celebration of America250, honoring the uniquely American musical invention of jazz.
The pacesetters of the then-emerging, so-called “post-rock” sound, Tortoise is widely considered one of the most influential music groups of the last forty years, with a wide-reaching impact on the contemporary music scene. Visionary drummer and producer Kassa Overall has established himself as a driving force on the international stage, with a band who’s garnered wide acclaim for their live performances.
DJ set by Dave Orlando aka Boss Harmz.
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Sunset Concerts: Annie and The Caldwells / The Campbell Brothers
Thursday, August 6, 7:00 pm
Our popular summertime music series is back for season 29 with a celebration of America250, honoring the uniquely American musical invention of jazz.
Annie and the Caldwells plays powerful disco soul, blending high-flying vocals with fuzzy, psychedelic riffs whose real troubles and experiences—as an intergenerational family run by women—are at the center of their music. Through every note, The Campbell Brothers celebrate a tradition born in praise and carried by passion, bringing the joy of the church to audiences everywhere while bridging the sacred and the secular through their extraordinary mastery of the sacred steel tradition.
DJ set by Sonrisita.
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It Starts with Anger: An Afternoon with James Spooner and Henry Rollins
Sunday, August 23, 2:00 pm
Honor the enduring legacy of punk's trailblazers while looking toward its vibrant future. This special event welcomes acclaimed novelist and filmmaker James Spooner, celebrating the release of his new book, It Starts with Anger: A Punk Beginning. An AFROPUNK Ending., featuring a documentary screening and conversation with special guest Henry Rollins.
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A Palace in Time: Welcoming Shabbat
Friday, August 28, 5:30 pm
Explore this exhibition, take part in an artist conversation with Lisa Edelstein and Robert Russell, and enjoy wine, challah, and light bites in a relaxed Kabbalat Shabbat–inspired gathering.
