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Bodywerk Presents: Takuya Nakamura
Crosstown Arts, The Green Room 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesTakuya Nakamura has distinguished himself by composing and effectively fusing uncommon and exciting styles of music, leaving audiences and music critics alike excited for future performances. Takuya moved to New York from his native Tokyo and became a sought-after part of NYC's vibrant live/electronic scene. Now the producer/DJ/multi-instrumentalist plays trumpet, keyboards, and various electronic instruments with various artists and musicians throughout the United States and the world.
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Kirk Whalum Epic Cool Album Release
Crosstown Theater 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesKirk Whalum’s Epic Cool is an electrifying collection of original grooves. Teaming up with producer Greg Manning (two-time GRAMMYr nominee, composer/collaborator on 10 No. 1 Billboard hits), Whalum focuses on his songwriting to craft an album that's passionate and spirited on a monumental scale, but with his trademark soul. Celebrate its release with this very special performance at Crosstown Theater!
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PRIZM Ensemble: Imani Winds
Crosstown Theater 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesCelebrating over a quarter century of music making, the twice GRAMMY® Award-nominated Imani Winds has led both a revolution and evolution of the wind quintet through their dynamic playing, adventurous programming, imaginative collaborations, and outreach endeavors that have inspired audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
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The Crosstown Arts Film Series presents BLACK TIGHT KILLERS
Crosstown Theater 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesWelcome to your new favorite pop-art explosion. Stewardess Yoriko is kidnapped by a team of deadly female assassins who use vinyl records as weapons. Now, it’s up to photographer Hondo to uncover the conspiracy while dealing with go-go dancing ninjas and bullets made of chewing gum. The bubblegum reference isn’t a coincidence — Black Tight Killersis an ultra-stylish, candy-coated amusement park ride in the form of a movie. This overlooked crime-noir delight shares the visual inventiveness of Mario Bava’s Danger: Diabolik and the pulp thrills of Seijun Suzuki’s Tokyo Drifter. An essential big screen experience.
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Shoot & Splice: Filmmaker Speed Meetings
Crosstown Arts, The Green Room 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesJoin Indie Memphis & Crosstown Arts for our 6th annual Filmmaker Speed Meetings! Think of it like Speed Dating, but for filmmaking guidance and mentorship. This is a great opportunity for new/rising/new-to-Memphis filmmakers to connect with other Memphis-based industry professionals.
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Modern Masters Jazz Series: Ulysses Owens and The Ted Ludwig Trio
Crosstown Arts, The Green Room 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesThree time Grammy Award-Winning Drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. is known for being a drummer who The New York Times has said “take a back seat to no one,” and “a musician who balances excitement gracefully and shines with innovation.”
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The Crosstown Arts Film Series presents MILK
Crosstown Theater 1350 Concourse Ave., Memphis, TN, United StatesIn 1972, Harvey Milk (Sean Penn) and his then-lover Scott Smith leave New York for San Francisco, with Milk determined to accomplish something meaningful in his life. Settling in the Castro District, he opens a camera shop and helps transform the area into a mecca for gays and lesbians. In 1977 he becomes the nation's first openly gay man elected to a notable public office when he wins a seat on the Board of Supervisors. The following year, Dan White (Josh Brolin) kills Milk in cold blood.
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Artist Residency Program Application Info Session (Virtual)
Don't miss the final chance to learn more about the 2025 Crosstown Arts Residency Applications — join us for our LAST Residency Application Information Session! This final session is FREE and VIRTUAL!
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From Winter Hill to Duck Hill: Blues All Night Long
Crosstown Arts, The Green Room 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesOn their way to the Bentonia Blues Festival, Ryan Lee Crosby & Grant Smith will be playing new songs on 12 string and calabash, as well as material from the Bruce Watson produced Winter Hill Blues (recorded in Memphis). Willie Farmer and his trio will play songs from their upcoming album and also the Bruce Watson produced The Man From The Hill. Memphis local (by way of the UK) Shaun Marsh kicks it off solo with acoustic pre-war blues on National steel guitar.
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Crafts & Drafts 2024
Crosstown Concourse, Plaza 1350 Concourse Ave., Suite 280, Memphis, TN, United StatesJoin us for a beautiful day and enjoy delicious local craft beers at this family-friendly weekend event — featuring 160+ of the best curated local and regional crafters, makers and artists!
