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Wed, Jun 17 2026 7:00 PM

RootStock Arts Center
5741 Telegraph Ave Oakland
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Film: 'Space is the Place' (1974)

Doors at 6:30PM

RootStock Arts Center

5741 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, California

On Wednesday, June 17, 2026, RootStock Arts Center in North Oakland presents a special screening of the Afrofuturist masterpiece, Space Is the Place. Starring the legendary avant-garde jazz visionary Sun Ra, the film is a vibrant, cosmic blend of social commentary, science fiction, and musical odyssey. Doors open at 6:30 PM with the program beginning at 7:00 PM. The evening kicks off with an introduction and overview by acclaimed musician David Boyce, who will also lead a post-screening audience discussion. General Admission tickets are available for $30, with a discounted $15 early bird, student, and senior rate.

info/tickets:
https://www.viewcy.com/event/film_space_is_the_p