A Musical Road Trip Through America
The 2015 season features music that spans the vast musical traditions and cultures across America—from New Orleans jazz to the hip-hop–infused beats of East L.A. to the country tunes of the American West
The Skirball Cultural Center presents the 2015 season of its annual Family Amphitheater Performances series, held each summer in the Skirball’s one-of-a-kind outdoor amphitheater. Dedicated to bringing people together across generations, cultures, and communities, the 2015 season is inspired by the exhibition Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution—on view at the Skirball through October 11—and focuses entirely on American music.
“In the spirit of Bill Graham and the influential way he fostered community through the live events he promoted, we are pleased to present this ‘musical road trip’ and offer families a taste of music from all corners of the country without ever leaving sunny Southern California,” says Jennifer Maxcy, Head of Family Programs. “From the toe-tapping Dixieland music of the California Feetwarmers to the funky hip-hop and Latin beat fusion of Buyepongo, the Skirball is the place for outdoor family concerts this summer.”
As always, the summer-long series is presented under the canopy of the Skirball’s grand yet intimate amphitheater, where families are encouraged to sing, dance, and interact with performers. While here for the performances, families can also chill out together in the Skirball’s groovy, ’70s-themed Summer Family Lounge, visit the exhibitions, make a one-of-a-kind art project in the Family Art Studio, and sift and sort through ancient artifacts at Dig It! Archaeology Adventures.
THE LINE-UP IS AS FOLLOWS:
Saturday, June 27: The Ooks of Hazzard
Ukelele-fied ’70s rock hits
Sunday, June 28: Everly Snodgrass
Foot-stompin’ bluegrass
Sunday, July 5: Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band
Whimsical Latin indie rock
Saturday, July 11: Rhythm Child
Energizing blend of soul, reggae, and ska
Sunday, July 12: Masanga Marimba
A fresh take on African, Latin, and American traditions
Saturday, July 18: Lawrence Lebo
Blues, roots music, and a little jazz for little ones
Sunday, July 19: Bonne Musique Zydeco
Creole music of Louisiana and East Texas
Saturday, July 25: The Two Man Gentlemen Band
American jazz and western swing
Sunday, July 26: Matt Yeakley Quartet
Soulful and funky modern jazz
Saturday, August 1: The California Feetwarmers
Big Band meets Dixieland
Sunday, August 2: The Dustbowl Revival
Jubilant American swing
Saturday, August 8: Randy Kaplan
Roots rock for the whole family
Sunday, August 9: Mostly Kosher
Upbeat klezmer tunes with a modern twist
Saturday, August 15: Faithful Central Bible Church
Joyful gospel choir music
Sunday, August 16: Buyepongo
Modern Latin hip-hop and funk
Saturday, August 22: Allegretto and Espinoza
Honky-tonk country and western
Sunday, August 23: Cow Bop
Cowboy jazz and western be-bop
Saturday, August 29: Nathalia Palis and the Discovery Crew
Eclectic, bilingual sing-alongs
Sunday, August 30: The Show Ponies
Exuberant indie folk and bluegrass
Saturday, September 5: Heidi Swedberg and the Sukey Jump Band
Kid-friendly ukulele pop
Sunday, September 6: Dave Aaronoff and the Protagonists
Spunky American rock, country, and folk
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 440-4500 • skirball.org
Included with Museum admission: $10 General. $7 Seniors, Full-Time Students, and Children over 12 $5 Children 2–12 FREE to Skirball Members and Children under 2
No reservations
All ages; children must be accompanied by an adult
