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Cup of Culture
Gen Silent
MCC THEATER
Many who won the first civil rights victories for generations to come are now dying prematurely because they are reluctant to ask for help and have too few friends or family to care for them. Gen Silent puts a face on gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender seniors so afraid of discrimination (or worse) in long-term/health care, that many go back into the closet. Stu Maddux, 63 min., English, 2010, USA. Co-sponsored by the Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity.
Race Matters Series
The Demographics of Politics: The Changing Face of America and U.S. Politics Lisa García Bedolla
MCC LOUNGE
There has been much discussion in the media about the demographic changes in American society that became evident in the 2010 census. Less discussion has focused on how those changes will impact the symbolic and substantive content of U.S. politics in the 21st century. This conversation will explore this question, particularly considering what it means politically for the United States to be a majority minority nation. Lisa García Bedolla is Associate Professor in the Graduate School of Education at UC Berkeley.
An Evening of Gypsy Music with the Fishtank Ensemble
MCC THEATER
The LA Weekly calls them 'cross pollinated gypsy music….one of the most thrilling young acts on the planet.' Formed in 2005 and playing everywhere from the hippest LA clubs to festivals, and even on the street, the band includes two explosive violins, the best slap bass player in the world, musical saw, flamenco and gypsy jazz guitar, opera, jazz and gypsy vocals, and one little banjolele. Tickets $5 UCSB students/$15 general. Contact the A.S Ticket Office at 805-893-2064.Limited seating.
Cup of Culture - Meet the Filmmaker
Against the Grain: An Artist’s Survival Guide to Perú
MCC THEATER
In 1989, Alfredo Marquez used an image of Mao in an artwork. He was sentenced to 20 years in prison. For every artist, the need to create and be heard is as basic as food and shelter. But what happens when you live in a country where the state clamps down on free thinkers, forcing artists to censure themselves? Discussion with the director following the screening. Ann A. Kaneko,
65 min., Spanish, English, Japanese, and Quechua, 2008, Perú, USA. Co-sponsored by the UCSB Art, Design, and Architecture Museum.
