A Tribute to Barbara Dane: Film Screening and Live Concert

U.S. premiere of concert film "Barbara Dane at Casa de las Américas" followed by live concert with Pablo Menéndez & all-star musical guests

La Peña is excited to host a community-led tribute to Barbara Dane, organized by legendary musical artist and Barbara Dane's son, Pablo Menéndez.

The evening begins with the U.S. Premiere of the concert film "Barbara Dane at Casa de las Américas," directed by Maureen Gosling and produced by Jed Riffe. The film has been shown to great acclaim all across Cuba, and this will be the first screening outside of the island, with director Maureen Gosling in attendance to introduce the film.

Immediately after the film will be a live concert with: Pablo Menéndez and all-star musicians to pay homage to the life and legacy of Barbara Dane, on the heels of her ascension to another plane.

Pablo Menéndez-Guitar, Harmonica and Vocals

Tammy Hall-Piano

Ayo Brame-Saxophone

Javier Navarrete-Percussion

Ernesto Mazar Kindelan- Bass

Daría Johnson-drums

Lucy Khadder-Violin

and more!

Join us as we celebrate a life that forever changed the landscape of musical activism, and set an uncompromising example that impacted us all.

It will be an honor to be in community with the family, friends, artists and fans of Barbara Dane on this evening, and share the sorrow and joy of remembering her life together.

Date: Thursday, May 15th, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM)

Please arrive on time to get your drinks and be seated before 7:00pm, as the film will begin promptly at 7:00pm.

Dinner Service from Los Cilantros begins at 5:30pm, and food and beverage are welcome in the Theater during the performance.

Location: La Peña Cultural Center, 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA

Tickets -

• Advance Online Tickets: $20
• At the Door: $30
• La Peña Member: 25% off for you and a guest

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• La Peña is a wheelchair-accessible venue with step-less entry, wide doorways, and accessible restrooms.
• Masks are strongly encouraged. If you’re experiencing COVID-19, cold, or flu-like symptoms, please consider staying home to protect our community. HEPA air purifiers operate throughout our space.
• Restrooms are all-gender

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• Public Transit: The 18 bus line stops directly across the street (Shattuck & Woolsey), and Ashby BART is just two blocks away.
• Parking: Free street parking is available, or park at the Ashby BART station for a fee.
• Bike-Friendly: Bike racks are available outside the venue.

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