Victor Wooten live in Berkeley

Experience Victor Wooten live on December 10th

Victor Wooten is scheduled to perform at The UC Theatre in Berkeley, California on December 10, 2026. Wooten is a highly acclaimed American bassist, composer, and recording artist known for his innovative and virtuosic approach to the instrument. His musical style blends elements of jazz, funk, soul, gospel, and bluegrass, characterized by complex harmonic structures, percussive techniques – including double-thumbing – and melodic improvisation. He frequently incorporates storytelling and emotional depth into his performances. Wooten has received five Grammy Awards as a member of Béla Fleck and the Flecktones and for his solo work.

The UC Theatre originally opened in 1917 as a venue for vaudeville and film screenings. Throughout its history it served primarily as a movie house, operating under various names including the California Theatre. Facing potential closure in the early 2010s due to financial difficulties, it underwent extensive renovations funded through a community fundraising campaign led by non-profit organization Another Planet Entertainment. Reopened in 2015, The UC Theatre now functions as a live music venue hosting a diverse range of artists while retaining much of its original architectural detail.