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(Non) Mean Girls

(Non) Mean Girls Photo Credit: Jenny Anderson, 2023   Art shines a spotlight on thought-provoking issues of our time and can be a powerful educational tool besides entertaining and energizing the audience. That certainly was the case when the touring Read More

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Board Spotlight Tariqh Akoni

Playing it Forward Music and mentorship play in perfect harmony for Tariqh Akoni, a celebrated artist who brings his talent to The Granada Theatre’s Board of Directors. The Central Coast artist has worked as a musician, educator, and musical director Read More

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The Granada Headlines its own Marquee

Granada documentary film chronicles theater’s 100-year history   As a former movie palace, it’s no surprise that The Granada would make a documentary to celebrate its storied history for its centennial anniversary. “We commissioned this documentary to honor the incredible Read More

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The Granada Expands its Board

The Granada Theatre’s Board of Directors is growing with the recent addition of Laura Abrignani and Blair Pence. “Our centennial year saw The Granada really think outside the box and expand the types of shows and events staged to appeal Read More

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Lights. Cameras. Action!

Home Movie Series takes center stage at The Granada Theatre Photo Credit: Barron Spafford  During its centennial year celebration, The Granada honored its movie history past with its Santa Barbara Home Movies Series featuring blockbusters from artists who live in Read More