SF Sketchfest teams up with the Red Room Orchestra for a special in-person Tribute to Kyle MacLachlan, who is best known for his iconic performance as FBI Agent ‘Dale Cooper’ in David Lynch’s groundbreaking series “Twin Peaks.” In what has become a tradition, the Red Room Orchestra will play music from the “Twin Peaks” soundtrack along with selections from some of MacLachlan’s other projects including “Blue Velvet,” “Dune,” “The Doors” and more. In a twist on the festival’s typical Tribute format, the event will focus primarily on music, but will also feature surreal interactions and conversation with MacLachlan alongside another special guest from the “Twin Peaks” universe, Carel Struycken, who played the series’ inimitable Giant and The Fireman. The Red Room Orchestra, under the direction of Marc Capelle, will feature performances from special guests Margaret Cho, Petra Haden, and more. With Allyson Baker, Tom Ayres, Toby Dammit aka Larry Mullins, Karina Denike, Ben Goldberg, Scott Larson, Beth Lisick, Pete Straus, and Michael Urbano. ($125 VIP Reserved Seating, $55 General Admission, All Ages)

The Red Room Orchestra returns to play the classic soundtrack from Hal Ashby’s beloved 1971 comedy “Harold and Maude.” An evening of Cat Stevens tunes plus instrumental music from the film, with guests including Margaret Cho, Petra Haden, and Janet Varney. With Tom Ayres, Andy Cabic, Toby Dammnit aka Larry Mullins, Dina Maccabee, Adam Pfahler, Maisy Straus and Pete Straus. ($48 Reserved Seating, $28 General Admission, All Ages)

The Red Room Orchestra presents a fully immersive and wild night of music from the cult classic soundtrack of “The Lost Boys” played in its entirety, with very special guest Tim Cappello, the bodybuilding sax man featured in the beach concert scene. Come dressed as your favorite vampire from the film and dance the night away. And remember: you’ll never grow old, and you’ll never die. With Allyson Baker, Brad Brooks, Chaki the Funk Wizard, Peaches Christ, Toby Dammit aka Larry Mullins, Dave Hill, DJ Omar Perez, Meryl Theo Press, Eugene Robinson, Pete Straus and Michael Urbano. ($48 Reserved Seating, $28 General Admission, All Ages)

What The World Needs Now: The Red Room Orchestra play the Burt Bacharach Songbook

Featuring: Marc Capelle, Tom Ayres, Pete Straus, Dina Maccabee, Robert Lopez, Niko Wenner, Petra Haden, Bart Davenport, Adrianna DeLanda, Karina Denike, Meryl Press, The West Coast Spiritual Corinthians, Peter Case, Eugene Robinson, Ruby Robinson, Maisy Straus, Little Roger Clark, Joel Robinow, Carroll Ashby, Scott Larson, Rob Ewing, Amber Lamprecht, Tom Griesser, Danny Cao, Lewis Patzner, Evan Capelle and special guests…

The Red Room Orchestra, under the direction of co-bandleaders Marc Capelle and Allyson Baker, set their sights on the music, spirit and vibe of Alex Cox’s cult favorite “Repo Man” in this debut performance of the entire soundtrack plus songs and other surprises from the era. Special guests include the Director himself, Alex Cox, the soundtrack’s own Tito Larriva (The Plugz) and Zander Schloss (Circle Jerks), who also played ‘Kevin the Nerd’ in the film, plus Toby Dammit (Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds), Pete Straus (The Dwarves), Petra Haden, Chuck Prophet, Eugene Robinson (Oxbow), Dina Maccabee, and guest comedians and actors including Kevin McDonald (The Kids in the Hall), Jonah Ray (Mystery Science Theater 3000), and Dave Hill (Valley Lodge). With an opening set by DJ Omar Perez.

The Red Room Orchestra is back. In what has become a San Francisco Sketchfest tradition, the Great American Music Hall will become a mix of the Roadhouse and The Black Lodge. Join the Red Room Orchestra for a celebration of the music from David Lynch’s “Twin Peaks” featuring Marc Capelle’s all-star ensemble recreating the beloved classic instrumental scores and vocal soundtrack tunes. The evening will feature music from other David Lynch projects and films and a special homage to the late, great Julee Cruise.
With Allyson Baker (The Dirty Projectors), Marc Capelle (American Music Club), Toby Dammit (Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds), Karina Denike (NOFX), John Hofer (The Mother Hips), Dina Maccabee (Julia Holter Band), John Schott (T.J. Kirk), Lisa Mezzacappa, Ben Goldberg, and very special guests including Petra Haden (The Haden Triplets) and “Twin Peaks” cast members Ray Wise (“Leland Palmer”), Michael Horse (“Deputy Hawk”) and brilliant chanteuse and David Lynch muse Chrystabell (“Tammy Preston”). Dress as your favorite character from the Lynch world and step into another dimension.

Artwork by J C Garrett

It’s now a tradition. For the 3rd year in a row, the Chapel becomes a mix of the Roadhouse and The Black Lodge, now with a bit of Oz thrown in. Join the Red Room Orchestra for a 30th anniversary celebration of the music from David Lynch’s film “Wild at Heart” plus a new round of the music of “Twin Peaks” featuring Marc Capelle’s all-star ensemble recreating the beloved classic instrumental scores and vocal soundtrack tunes from both projects. Featuring the music of Angelo Badalamenti, Elvis Presley, Them, Chris Isaak, Roy Orbison, Koko Taylor, Gene Vincent and much more.

With Tom Ayres, Allyson Baker, Marc Capelle, Eli Crews, Toby Dammit, Karina Denike, Tom Griesser, Dina Maccabee, Michael Urbano and special guests including Margaret Cho, Dave Hill, Beth Lisick, Kelley Stoltz, and “Twin Peaks” cast members Sherilyn Fenn (“Audrey Horne”) and Ray Wise (“Leland Palmer”). Dress as your favorite character from the Lynch world and step into another dimension.

After tackling the soundtracks of Wes Anderson’s “Rushmore” and “The Royal Tenenbaums” and the Coen Brothers’ “The Big Lebowski” at the last few rounds of SF Sketchfest, the Red Room Orchestra set their sights on recreating the soundtrack of Paul Thomas Anderson’s monumental epic “Boogie Nights.”

You will Feel The Heat as the band tackles all the disco and funk and yacht rock you can handle. From Michael Penn’s haunting orchestral cues to the heavy metal power ballads, no musical stone will be left unturned. And never forget, You Got the Touch.

With Tom Ayres, Allyson Baker, Evan Capelle, Marc Capelle, Eli Crews, Toby Dammit, Bart Davenport, Karina Denike, Ben Goldberg, Tom Griesser, Scott Larson, Dina Maccabee, Michael Urbano, Beth Vandervennet and special guests including Margaret Cho, Chris Redd (“Saturday Night Live”), John Roderick of The Long Winters, Beth Lisick, and Kelley Stoltz.

Owsley Brown, SF Cultural History Museum, & Mollusk Surf Shop Present: Microcosmic Cinema

A Benefit for City Surf Project

Act 1: Alex Knost “Tan Madonna” Live Score by Red Room Orchestra & Guests

Act 2: Thomas Campbell “Sprout” Live Score by Red Room Orchestra, Live Narration by Thomas Campbell

Red Room Orchestra featuring Tom Ayres, Allyson Baker, Marc Capelle, Toby Dammit, Ben Goldberg and special guests