Nature photographer Susan Dimock unveils her 2025 photographic memoir with “Drawing Stories from Nature,” a mixed-media staged reading from the book “Taking Refuge on the Oregon Coast.” The book and the staged reading follow Susan’s discovery journey as a nature photographer and wildlife conservation advocate. “Drawing Stories from Nature” will debut as part of the […]
Louis Pearl mesmerizes audiences with his bubble-making performances. One of the world’s leading bubble-ologists, Louis began in 1980 by making, demonstrating, and selling a toy called the Bubble Trumpet on a street corner in Berkeley, California. Eventually, his toy company had 147 products with international manufacturing and distribution. But Louis found that he preferred playing […]
Open Stage presents a variety show of colorful area talent in song, poetry, spoken word and comedy. Show time is 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 28. Admission $10 This performance is part of the 2025 Bandon Fringe Festival. All performances are at the Sprague Community Theater, 1202 11th St. SW, in Bandon City Park. Tickets […]
Delightfully exuberant and wildly entertaining, the Side of the Tide Morris Dancers have enthralled audiences throughout the South Coast for the last ten years. Celebrating nature and the change of the seasons, the joy of community, and the joy of dance, they provide an enchanting glimpse of life in the English countryside hundreds of years […]
“No Apologies, Cowboy” is a short tragic queer piece following two deserters from war. Boys finding hope and life in a place determined to be devoid of it. It’s about finding divinity in what is smeared with grime and mold and shattered glass. This one act play is written by Nemo Dieterich and performed by […]
Loopy accordion grooves with Dutch / French accents. Jet Black Pearl's smartly wacky songs are a mad hatter's European party with a funky attitude. With her loop station, she records grooves and layers of flute, vocal percussion and harmonies while squeezing one hot accordion. Learn more at JetBlackPearl.com. In Reviews: "A formidable force of music, […]
“A Pirate Named Shirley” is a one act pirate comedy written and directed by Tyler Eickhoff. The story follows the infamous Captain Blackwood as he tries to hide his most guarded secret: His real name is Shirley. In order to protect this secret, which would destroy his reputation, Captain Blackwood decides to try and kill […]
A mystery from history to confuse and amuse, as characters explain what could not be, but is. Travel through time from opening curtain to the play's culmination, exploring a conundrum taught by sages through the ages from a popular manuscript's pages. "An Unauthorized Biography" is a one act play written and directed by Donna Snyder-Smith. […]
Malinka presents Eastern European Gypsy folk (Romani), Balkan, Slavic, Latin & original music, with groovy, funky beats, drum & bass breakdowns, guitar licks and hot violin, songs from many places in many languages, culminating in greater global awareness and the feeling that love is universal. Learn more at malinkamusic.com. Show time is 3 p.m. on […]
Hiding under the quilting frame while the grammas work. Being quiet, so you can listen to the moms talk. “Tales From the Kitchen Table” are the stories they didn’t let you hear, the ones they made you leave the room before they told. Laughter, sorrow, terror, lust – nine stories that will introduce you to […]
Youth and families are invited to a live performance with magician Jay Frasier. The magic show is at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 10, at the Sprague Community Theater. This program is presented by the Bandon Public Library in conjunction with the library’s youth summer reading program. Admission is free with first-come, first-served, general admission […]
After losing his friend, an impetuous Navy pilot is accepted into Miramar's elite Fighter School. There, the pilot engages in a romance with his instructor while competing against a rival student flier for the program's coveted award. "Top Gun" stars Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Anthony Edwards, Val Kilmer and Tim Robbins, directed by Tony Scott. […]
Youth and families are invited to the Corny Crow Show with ventriloquist Steven Chaney. This live presentation is at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15, at the Sprague Community Theater. This program is presented by the Bandon Public Library in conjunction with the library’s youth summer reading program. Admission is free with first-come, first-served, general […]
The Sugar Beets: Return to the South Coast is presented by the Oregon Coast Music Festival at the Sprague Community Theater in Bandon. The concert is at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16. Don't miss one of Oregon's favorite ensembles! For over 34 years the Sugar Beets have been bringing people to their feet with […]
Youth and families are invited to a Hula Hoop workshop with Shanda Button. This interactive event is at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, at the Bandon Community Center. This program is presented by the Bandon Public Library in conjunction with the library’s youth summer reading program. Admission is free with first-come, first-served, general admission […]
Youth and families are invited to a live concert with musician and puppeteer Red Yarn. The show is at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 23, at the Sprague Community Theater. This program is presented by the Bandon Public Library in conjunction with the library’s youth summer reading program. Admission is free with first-come, first-served, general […]
We want to hear from you! The City of Bandon is applying for a Community Development Block Grant to fund a renovation project for the "Barn" Bandon Community Center in Bandon City Park. We invite community members to provide input on the potential uses, design elements, amenities, and aesthetics of the renovated facility— should the […]
Youth and families are invited to Power Play for the Planet, an interactive science-themed presentation featuring games, puzzles and wacky challenges. The event is at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 7, at the Bandon Community Center. This program is presented by the Bandon Public Library in conjunction with the library’s youth summer reading program. Admission […]
Cast and crew are invited to audition for the Bandon Playhouse production of “Charlotte’s Web.” Audition Times Teens and adults age 15 and older 7 p.m. on Friday, August 8 -or- 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 9 Youth age 8 to 14 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 9 Some actors may be […]
Cast and crew are invited to audition for the Bandon Playhouse production of “Charlotte’s Web.” Audition Times Teens and adults age 15 and older 7 p.m. on Friday, August 8 -or- 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 9 Youth age 8 to 14 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, August 9 Some actors may be […]
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