Using familiar songs and themes from our natural world, Nature Band collaborates with the audience to create a unique and engaging performance.
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Piazza Performance
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Enjoy jolly live performances by local musicians, magicians, and cultural groups as part of our annual ’Tis the Season for Science festival. All performances are free with Academy admission and take place in the Piazza at 12 pm and 2 pm on the dates listed below.
Friday, December 16: Nature Band
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Saturday, December 17: Cal VSA Lion Dance
The lion dance is an important tradition in Vietnamese and Chinese culture. Let UC-Berkeley's student-run Cal VSA Lion Dance team bring good luck and prosperity to you this season!
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Sunday, December 18: The Sewer Band
Members of the Las Gallinas Valley Sanitary District Non-Marching Band—or Sewer Band, for short—all have one thing in common: Their homes are all connected to the same Marin County sewer district! Join them for good, clean, big band fun.
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Monday, December 19: The Magic of Kyle Foster
Kyle Foster is a magician, performing artist, and educator. He produces fun and engaging performances for audiences of all ages.
Also performing on December 30 and January 8
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Tuesday, December 20: Nā Lei Hulu I Ka Wēkiu - Keiki Hula
Shake your hips with Kumu Hula Julie Mau as you dive into hula and Hawaiian culture.
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Wednesday, December 21: Manuia Polynesian Revue
Manuia Polynesian Revue will take audiences on a journey through the Polynesian islands via song, dance, and the beat of the drums.
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Thursday, December 22: Alliana and Melissa’s Holiday Cheer 2022
Young Bay Area artists Alliana and Melissa bring a festive musical variety show to the Piazza stage that is sure to get audiences in the holiday spirit.
Also performing on December 31 and January 7
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Friday, December 23: The Tap Dancing Penguins
Tap dancers from Alameda's Dance/10 Performing Arts Center will keep you on your toes as they perform a fantastically festive version of "Happy Feet."
Also performing on December 26 and 27
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Saturday, December 24: Drumming Magic
Feel the beat with Mika Scott’s Drumming Magic—an interactive musical experience for the whole family.
Also performing on December 28 and 29
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Monday, December 26 & Tuesday, December 27: The Tap Dancing Penguins
Tap dancers from Alameda's Dance/10 Performing Arts Center will keep you on your toes as they perform a fantastically festive version of "Happy Feet."
Also performing on December 23
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Wednesday, December 28 & Thursday, December 29: Drumming Magic
Feel the beat with Mika Scott’s Drumming Magic—an interactive musical experience for the whole family.
Also performing on December 3 and 24
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Friday, December 30: The Magic of Kyle Foster
Kyle Foster is a magician, performing artist, and educator. He produces fun and engaging performances for audiences of all ages.
Also performing on December 19 and January 8
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Saturday, December 31: Alliana and Melissa’s Holiday Cheer 2022
Young Bay Area artists Alliana and Melissa bring a festive musical variety show to the Piazza stage that is sure to get audiences in the holiday spirit.
Also performing on December 22 and January 7
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Sunday, January 1, 2023: Ukelele Friends Ohana
Hang loose with a Hawaiian-themed musical performance by Ukelele Friends Ohana.
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Monday-Wednesday, January 2-4: Perry Yan
One of the top kids' magicians in the Bay Area, Perry Yan performs astonishing feats of magic, comedy, and storytelling.
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Thursday, January 5: Snook
Snook is a garage indie rock outfit formed in Santa Cruz, created by Sam Goldsmith, Cole Baron, and Kenton Kiser, and supported by Elias Macilino on drums.
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Friday, January 6: San Francisco High School of the Arts
Discover an exciting and cultural showcase of dance and music brought to you by the performing arts classes at HSArts, located near Golden Gate Park.
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Saturday, January 7: Alliana and Melissa’s Holiday Cheer 2022
Young Bay Area artists Alliana and Melissa bring a festive musical variety show to the Piazza stage that is sure to get audiences in the holiday spirit.
Also performing on December 22 and December 31
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Sunday, January 8: The Magic of Kyle Foster
Kyle Foster is a magician, performing artist, and educator. He produces fun and engaging performances for audiences of all ages.
Also performing on December 19 and 30
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Kick off the winter season with a flurry of all-ages fun—and meet two reindeer visiting for one night only!
Make merry at the museum this holiday! Frolic under flurries, explore our Ice Lab, enjoy live shows, and more.