Thursday, Feb. 6
Lowdown: Samurai Drummers, Masked Clowns, Disappearing Nations and “LouGrass”
- Humboldt Brews continues its winning streak Thursday night when it welcomes Michigan old-timey bluegrass posse Lindsay Lou and the Flatbellys. Things to note: 1) Check out a clip of their song “The Fix” farther down on this page; 2) Listen to the group live in advance on 104.3/104.7 KHUM round ‘bouts 3 p.m.; 3) View Lindsay Lou snuggling with Bigfoot in Willow Creek here.
- The Arcata Theatre Lounge hosts its monthly Ocean Night screening a couple films, most notably The Island President about Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed’s battle to save his low-lying island nation from sea level rise. More in LoCO‘s Your Week in Ocean.
- The Van Duzer Theatre stage will attempt to contain the “samurai percussionists” of Tao. Here is an over-the-top video preview if you need it. (Warning: Video clip may cause seizures. Just go see the real thing.)
- Clown around in Blue Lake! Students of Dell’Arte‘s International School of Physical Theatre mask up and invite you to sit in on their “class” when they present Charivarl! tonight (and all weekend). The shows are free, but you probably wast to RSVP.
-Andrew Goff
Top Events!
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Ocean Night
Arcata Theatre Lounge
/ 6:30 p.m.
/ $3
Join Surfrider Humboldt, Humboldt Baykeeper and the Northcoast Environmental Center for a fun and informative movie night! This month features The <em>North Canyon: Nazaré Calling</em> and <em>The Island President</em>.
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Tao: The Art of Taiko
Van Duzer Theater
/ 8 p.m.
/ $45
/ $10 HSU students
“Athletic movements and vibrant costumes meet explosive taiko drumming and innovative, contemporary choreography in Tao.”
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Charivari!
Dell’Arte
/ 8-10 p.m.
/ Free
/ 18+
The students of Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre present an evening of Commedia dell’Arte. Expect mayhem, acrobatics, improvised madness, music and scatological irreverence. Reservations recommended.
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Lindsay Lou and the Flatbellys
Humboldt Brews
/ 9 p.m.
/ $10
“… Giving a nod to American traditional music, while boldy taking their own songs in new directions. Distinct vocals, tight harmonies, instrumental expertise, and creative arrangements …”
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All Events!
Buddy Reed w/ Andy Fihn
Sushi Spot McKinleyville
/ 5:30-8:30 a.m.
/ Free
Local blues duo get lowdown and dirty.
Martinis by the Bay
Wharfinger Building
/ 5 p.m.
/ $25
There will be martinis. Proceeds benefit Zoe Barnum High School and rotary community projects.
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Sustainable Futures Speaker Series
HSU Native Forum
/ 5:30 p.m.
“Solar Market Development in the US: Theory, Practice, and Prognostications.” Presentation by Adam Browning, co-founder and executive director of the Vote Solar Initiative.
Adventure Tribe
Mad River Brewery Tasting Room
/ 6 p.m.
Dr. Foxmeat as a DJ.
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When I Came Home
College of the Redwoods
/ 6:30-8:30 p.m.
/ Free
Followed by a discussion panel led by Veterans and service providers.
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Buddy Reed
Old Town Coffee And Chocolates (Old Town)
/ 7 p.m.
Lowdown blues.
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Falling Rocks
Shamus T Bones
/ 7:30 p.m.
Local country/swing music. And meat. Lots of meat.
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Hi-Life Wedding
The Siren’s Song Tavern
/ 8 p.m.
Australian duo brings live indie electropop for your ears. Medicine Baul opens.
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Karaoke w/ Chris Clay
Bear River Casino Resort
/ 8 p.m.
Please don’t do “Bohemian Rhapsody.” That never works.
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Karaoke w/ KJ Leonard
Blue Lake Casino Hotel
/ 8 p.m.
When selecting your song, please keep in mind your audience would like to dance.
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Aisle of View
Six Rivers Brewery
/ 9 p.m.-midnight
/ Free
“Some good old reggae.”
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Shugafoot
Palm Lounge at The Eureka Inn
/ 9 p.m.
Local jazz/funk combo treats you nice.
Rude Lion Sound
Sidelines
/ 9:30 p.m.
/ 21+
Hip hop krunkage for your butt.