Monica Turner

Monica Turner
Contributor to Stark Insider for tech, the arts and All Things West Coast for over 10 years.
Nanny by Nikyatu Jusu - Sundance Film Festival

What’s Happening: Sundance Film Festival moving online for 2022

Omicron strikes again. But the show must go on.
Berkeley Rep Theatre, Addison - Annual Fundraising Gala

What’s Happening: ‘Swept Away’ at Berkeley Rep extended – again

Director Michael Mayer's latest production has been extended -- yet again. Musical Swept Away will run additional dates Berkeley Rep has announced. The January 9 - March 6, 2022 extension is the "second and final time," per The Rep. Tickets are now available. Organizers say all patrons must present a vaccination...
Best of 2021: Indie Film Review Round-up on Stark Insider
Oculus Quest 2 Best titles apps games fitness list

VR 2021: Best Oculus Quest titles of the year announced

Gaming. Fitness. Exploration. Music. There's something here for everyone, just in time for that special someone.
Sonoma Wine Country Holiday Shopping - Gift Ideas for wine lovers

In Wine Country: Sonoma wine country experiences (Holiday Shopping Ideas)

One-of-a-kind experiences for your favorite wine lover.
'Rent 25th Anniversary Farewell Tour' opens at the Orpheum Theatre, San Francisco (BroadwaySF)
Amazon Black Friday Deals - Echo, Kindle, electronics

Amazon Black Friday Deals: 50% off Echo Show 5, $44 off Kindle

If you're an Amazon Prime member, Black Friday has already kicked off. At least, for its own Echo branded smart devices. Early deals can be found by clicking through the deals banner on the Amazon home page. Some early highlights include the following discounts and deals: Best Amazon Black Friday Deals Kindle...
The Art of Banksy - Girl with Balloon

Where’s Banksy? Try San Francisco

'The Art of Banksy' exhibit to debut at San Francisco's iconic Palace of Fine Arts.
The Company of the RENT 25th Anniversary Farewell Tour
Jenna Malone in 'Porcupine' at the Napa Valley Film Festival

What’s Happening: ‘Porcupine’ with Jena Malone premieres at Napa Valley Film Festival

All access screening passes for $99 will allow unlimited streaming access to the schedule of films throughout the festival.