Crisp autumn nights, world-class talent, and unique experiences with you right here at 400 Robinson. That’s what we have on our mind as we roll into the first weekend of October.   

Friday night promises a powerful performance from the Saharan “Sultan of Shred” Omara “Bombino” Moctar. A Grammy-nominated, renowned talent that only the nomadic Tuareg experience and a love of rock and roll could produce: he taught himself how to play guitar by watching videos of his heroes Jimi Hendrix and Dire Straits. NPR has described his music as “fluid and bluesy, his guitar playing is more than just an agile dance between rhythm and melody. It speaks and breathes across centuries.” We hope to have a packed house for this incredible show! Get your ticket here.  

Saturday, enjoy our love letter to October and to local jazz: Pumpkin Jazz. A night full of talented jazz cats, playing around town early evening, until we all converge on TACAW for our annual Pumpkin Jam. Enjoy this FREE chance to celebrate jazz in Willits. Find the full lineup here. We know we said it before, but… be there, or be square. 

Planning out the rest of your October off-season? We thought we’d do our part to fill your social schedule with a few highlights from ours… 

• Friday 10/13 Death of the Pugilist Drawing from the musical elements of contrapuntal Bach, minimalistic Philip Glass, blues and Irish folk music, this production creates an experience of story and music that is deeply moving and truly unique. And you can tell your friends that you know that a “pugilist” is a boxer. Tickets are here.
• Consensual Improv
• TACAW’s Halloween Bash is back this year! There will again be costumes, prizes, drink specials, and, maybe, a little trickery. This year, we welcome  a touring tribute to that juggernaut of a band, Journey. Brush up on your lyrics.This is going to be scary good! And one of Those Crazy Nights.
• Thursday 11/2 Chris Pureka straddles the Folk, Americana and Indie Rock genres with bold vulnerability, and powerful lyricism. Chris’s elegant emotionality as a vocalist has garnered them favorable comparisons to Chan Marshall, Bruce Springsteen and Patty Griffin. Snag your ticket soon.
• Friday 11/3 Sister Hazel have never stopped touring or recording since their first breakout adult alternative hit All for You. With over 25 years together, these finely-tuned musicians have amassed a prolific catalog of original music ranging from Rock to Folk, Americana and even a little Country. Recently at the Grand Ole Opry, their show is sure to be a fantastic time. Grab your ticket here.   

Always keep your eye on the TACAW Calendar, as shows and events are frequently added, and sometimes without warning!

Scroll down to see more of our expansive Fall lineup, along with newly announced shows… thank you for supporting the arts in the Roaring Fork Valley.