Over The Line - A high concept / low budget / multi-media / psychological rock opera about ideology, indoctrination, unwritten rules, and inner transformation. Written & Directed by Brian O'ConnellSaturday, June 2, 20126:00pm & 9:00pmSpontaneous Celebrations45 Danforth Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130A few shorts steps from the Stony Brook T Stop.With a 10-piece all star band featuring The Grass Gypsys, members of Brief Awakening, and assorted friends.Tickets are 10$ and available at:…See More

Over The Line Written & Directed by Brian O'ConnellSaturday, June 2, 20126:00pm & 9:00pmSpontaneous Celebrations45 Danforth Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130A few shorts steps from the Stony Brook T Stop.With a 10-piece all star band featuring The Grass Gypsys, members of Brief Awakening, and assorted friends.Tickets are 10$ and available at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/240824***After two successful debut shows on…See More

Jamaica Plain based musician/activist Brian O'Connell presents his new original rock opera, Over The Line, at Spontaneous Celebrations on Saturday, February 4, 2012, 5:00 & 8:00pm, $10. Over The Line is a high concept, low budget, satirical psychological rock opera about ideology, indoctrination, unwritten rules and inner transformation. Written and directed by Brian O'Connell, known for his kinetic bass playing with Uncle Sammy, Gordon Stone, Gary Backstrom, The Grass Gypsys, and many…See More

Do folks in JP know that this happened? I personally find this extremely alarming and wonder if others do as well. Plus, it's the height of irony that our society doesn't have enough money to keep this school open and instead use it for military training. Sincerely, Brian O'Connell ***http://jamaicaplaingazette.com/2011/08/12/commandos-train-in-agassiz-school/Commandos train in Agassiz SchoolAugust 12,…See More

This Saturday, 6/11, @ 8:00pm - midnight, come see some of the best musicians in the area have to offer in the amazing confines of Hope Church (formerly Central Congregational Church). On the bill are:The Grass Gypsys http://www.thegrassgypsys.comAll Of The Animals http://www.alloftheanimals.comBrian O'Connell…See More

Somerville group alleges wage violationsat Indian restaurants Posted by Marcia Dick May 3, 2011 10:03 AMBy Danielle Dreilinger, Globe correspondent Latino advocacy group Centro Presente says Diva Bistro in Somerville and Mumbai Chopstix in Boston have shorted workers $10,119, according to a statement from the group. Centro Presente is slated to hold a meeting about the campaign at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 5 in the Piemonte Room, fifth floor, Boston City Hall. Two employees have stepped forward and…See More

We're celebrating the 20th anniversary of Spontaneous Celebrations on April  Fools Day, Friday, April 1st. Spontaneous has been supporting cultural arts, progressive causes, and youth programs relentlessly for since 1991. This is going to be an EXTRA FUNKY event, with music, arts, acrobatic performers, dancing, yoga, food, drink, info sharing, activism, healing arts, and more!FEAST OF FESTIVAL FOOLSFriday, April 1st 6:00 - 12:006:00 - Feasting: Dinner & Cake for all. 6:30 - Afro-Flow Yoga…See More