It’s been nearly 100 days since President (*sigh*) Trump took office. There have been plenty of opportunities to shake our fists at the issues, but here’s a chance now to shake our asses.
Gray Area, a local education hub, incubator and venue space, which also raised more than $1 million for Ghost Ship, will now host The 100 Days ‘No Ban’ Dance Party. The event is appropriately named after Trump’s recent decision to enact an immigration ban on seven Muslim countries following an earlier promise to restore ‘security and constitution of law’ in the first 100 days of his presidency.
Saturday’s party concludes a calendar of events that has been part of 100 Days Action, an initiative put forth by at least 15 San Francisco artists and activists. Since January 29th, the collective has produced over 120 events inspiring writers, poets and artists to speak out against injustices that threaten the environment, health care and minority group rights.
Saturday’s lineup will include notable DJs and musicians who hail from the seven countries listed on the Immigration Ban, including Sepehr, a producer who blends classic acid with Detroit-style techno beats, and Surabhi Saraf, a multimedia artist who mixes live installations with her own heady soundscapes.
Gray Area is an organization established in 2014 that’s been using digital tools to build design projects that benefit a broad range of communities. With programs that transform cities, they use technology to solve problems and shape how art is consumed by society.
The dance party this Saturday, April 29th is at the historic Grand Theater in the Mission (2665 Mission Street). People of all race, gender and sexual orientations are encouraged to attend, as well as bring a questionable amount of glitter. The event is $10 and runs from 10pm-2am. Learn more about the organization and their mission here.
Here is a short introduction to some of the artists that are part of this event.