Sunset Concerts

Sunset Concerts
Enjoy the 2010 season of the Skirball’s free Sunset Concerts, celebrating musical traditions from around the globe, presented Thursday evenings, July 22–August 26! Kick back and groove or get up and dance to the tunes of an eclectic line-up of leading world musicians.

Listen now to Yatrika Shah-Rais speak about the 2010 Sunset Concerts at the Skirball.

Hear Steve Riley talk about the roots of French-Cajun music as he gears up to play at the Skirball's 2010 Sunset Concerts.

Jose Vazquez-Cofresi talks about the evolution of New York salsa as La Excelencia gets ready to play this year’s Sunset Concerts at the Skirball.

All concerts begin at 8:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Free admission; no reservations

Parking: $5 per car carrying three or more people, otherwise $10 per car (cash only)
Carpooling encouraged!
Or take Metro Rapid Bus 761—or ride your bicycle to the concert
Street parking strictly prohibited
Limited seating available; limited capacity

Timed-entry tickets distributed at the door starting at 5:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.

Since street parking is strictly prohibited, you must bring proof of parking in the Skirball lot or arriving via another method. To receive a concert ticket you must bring one of the following with you:

• the parking stub from our lot (across the street from the Skirball at Sepulveda and Bergreen Place)
• your bus ticket or Metro pass
• a taxi receipt

Due to construction, the parking garage adjacent to the Skirball will be CLOSED from July 19 through October 1, 2010. Please use the parking garage across the street from the Skirball on Sepulveda Blvd. at Bergreen Place.


View the Exhibitions—All Skirball galleries except Noah’s Ark are free and open until 10:00 p.m. during Sunset Concerts. Be sure to catch Jews on Vinyl and George Segal's The Expulsion: With Photographs of the Artist at Work by Donald Lokuta.

Dine Al Fresco—Enjoy Zeidler’s Café’s delicious dinner buffet starting at 6:00 p.m. Reservations are required and start two weeks prior to the Thursday evening of your choice. Call (310) 440-4575. Or pick up grab-and-go light fare at Zeidler's Cart. Note: No outside alcoholic beverages or chairs permitted.

Bring the Kids—Music lovers of all ages are invited to the family-friendly lounge. Art projects, toys, and games will be available. Note: Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Shop—With its wide selection, Audrey's Museum Store is the perfect shopping destination for gifts, unique ceremonial objects, music, and more. The store remains open until 8:00 p.m. during Sunset Concerts.
THE 2010 SUNSET CONCERTS SERIES IS MADE POSSIBLE IN PART BY:

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