Monday: TWO “SHOW-of-the-WEEK Picks tonight; NEWS, Concerts, Coming Events, & More

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After last weekend’s NINE festivals in Southern California, plus more elsewhere, You might think it’s time for a break or to set the parking brake. Nope.

Here’s the here-and-now, including two news features, and two “SHOW-of-the-WEEK picks that happen tonight, one at 7:30 and one at 8 pm. Plus, we have freshly updated TICKET ALERTS. Jump right in!

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Guide to this edition…

1) NEWS…
• Strong edition of “WOODSONGS OLD-TIME RADIO HOUR” this week; live today
• “GREEN GROW THE LILACS” – Pulitzer Prize-nominated play at Theatricum in Topanga

2) FESTIVALS this coming weekend ~

3) MONDAY’s concert & arts scene

4) WORKSHOPS for ARTISTS and MUSICIANS this week…

5) TICKET ALERTS…
• More festivals are coming soon (after this weekend).
• Concerts, theatre, and more things coming your way (we update it all the time).


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1) NEWS…
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First news feature…

• STRONG EDITION OF “WOODSONGS OLD-TIME RADIO HOUR” LIVE STREAMS TODAY

WITH SPECIAL GUEST EDDY RAVEN PERFORM ON WOODSONGS OLD-TIME RADIO HOUR ON MONDAY, JUNE 22 AT 7PM EST

LORRAINE JORDAN won "Female Vocalist of the Year" and the prestigious "Song of the Year" at the 2015 SPBGMA Awards, is a current nominee for “Best Americana / Bluegrass Artist” in the 2015 “Carolina Music Awards.” Her band, LORRAINE JORDAN & CAROLINA ROAD, is bringing musical guest EDDY RAVEN to perform with them on the live “WOODSONGS OLD-TIME RADIO HOUR” this week, which can be heard at several times through the next six days. The show’s live streaming webcast is Monday, June 22 during the 4 pm (Pacific) hour.

In addition, the show airs at various times through the week on over 500 radio stations, though none are in L.A. (which, after all, is no surprise).

In addition to performing Raven's #1 hit, "I Got Mexico," Lorraine and her band will also perform songs from their brand new album, “Country Grass,” on which Raven is a guest player, along with some true music luminaries, including Crystal Gayle and Lynn Anderson.

The show, which originates in the Lyric Theatre in Lexington, Kentucky, streams live online at www.woodsongs.com.

"We're so excited to be part of the WoodSongs Old-Time Radio Hour," said a happy Lorraine Jordan. "Get ready, because this is going to be something really special!"

A nominee for the top Americana/Bluegrass artist in the 2015 Carolina Music Awards, Lorraine, a North Carolina native, is no stranger there with roots in Garner, just outside Raleigh. The awards will be bestowed in downtown Raleigh on July 18 at the Duke Energy Center.

Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road have kept the momentum rolling, with the June 9 release of their latest album “Country Grass.” The star-studded project features collaborations with some of Country music's top legends including Crystal Gayle, Lee Greenwood, Lynn Anderson, The Kentucky Headhunters, T.G. Sheppard, Eddy Raven, John Conlee, Marty Raybon and the late Jim Ed Brown.

Just take a look at the guest performers on the track listing of their new album, “Country Grass”:

1. Runnin' Water (with The Kentucky Headhunters)
2. I Got Mexico (with Eddy Raven)
3. Darned if I Don't, Danged if I Do (with Marty Raybon)
4. Common Man (with John Conlee)
5. Ready for the Times to Get Better (with Crystal Gayle)
6. Dixie Road (with Lee Greenwood)
7. You Can Have Her (with Jim Ed Brown)
8. Boogie Grass Band (with various guests)
9. Diggin' up Bones
10. Do You Wanna Go to Heaven? (with T.G. Sheppard)
11. Don't Close Your Eyes (with Jesse Keith Whitley)
12. Rose Garden (with Lynn Anderson)
13. Last Date

There’s plenty more about Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road at www.carolinaroadband.com


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Second news feature…

• “GREEN GROW THE LILACS” – Pulitzer Prize-nominated play at Theatricum in Topanga

The Pulitzer Prize-nominated play that inspired Rodgers and Hammerstein’s ‘Oklahoma!’ is rarely seen in its original form, and takes the stage here this summer.

TOPANGA, Calif. (June 22, 2015) – The Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, where Woody Guthrie had a cabin on his friend Will’s place, is a delightful wooded environment transformed into a green theatre, and a fine place to go for music or a theatrical production. Every summer here offers a series of productions that alternate like the meshing wooden gears of a water-driven mill, usually throughout the three-four month season.

The final entry in Theatricum Botanicum’s 2015 “Americana” repertory season, Green Grow the Lilacs by Native American playwright Lynn Riggs is the rarely-produced 1931 play that vied for the Pulitzer Prize and inspired the first mega-musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!” A rough-and-tumble love story with singing cowboys and classic folk music of the pioneering era, “Green Grow the Lilacs” will be directed by Ellen Geer for a July 11 opening.

Riggs set his play in the great, unchartered frontier of the Indian Territory a decade before the area known as Oklahoma became a state, incorporating the colorful vernacular of early 20th century settlers and infusing Lilacs with songs like “Git Along Little Doggies,” “Home on the Range,” “Skip to My Lou” and the title song, “Green Grow the Lilacs” – along with lesser known ballads and up-tempo hoedowns. Unlike modern musical convention with which today’s audiences are familiar, the characters in Riggs’ drama choose to sing for the sake of it rather than to move the action along, giving the play an organic richness that complements the style of the period. Critics of the day credited Riggs with the creation of a new form, the “folk drama.”

The semi-autobiographical story about cowhand Curly McLain, who goes up against an evil farmhand for the affection of Laurey, a farm girl —only to find himself arrested for murder on his wedding night —would make theater history; twelve years after its Broadway premiere (with Lee Strasberg in the supporting role of Peddler), Rodgers and Hammerstein adapted the play into the hit musical Oklahoma!. Although, Riggs’ play was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for drama, the musical’s popularity has eclipsed the original, and Lilacs is little known to today’s audiences.

The wild prairieland setting transfers beautifully to the verdant backdrop of Theatricum Botanicum’s outdoor amphitheater, where Jeff Wiesen stars as Curly; Willow Geer as Laurey Williams; Melora Marshall as Aunt Eller Murphy; Elizabeth Tobias as Ado Annie; Steven B. Green as Jeeter Fry; Leo Knudson as Old Man Peck; Zachary Davidson as Peddler; and Wendy Pigott as Cory Elam. Rounding out the ensemble are Tate Ammons, Olivia Buntaine, Carina Cherbosque, Caitlin Durkin, Arielle Fodor, Devin Holliman, Dimitri Aleman Jones, Kathleen Leary, Kendall Linzee, John Manahan, Victoria Yvonne Martinez, Gray Schierholt, Jay Sosnicki, Schyler Tillett and Alexander Wauthier as townspeople.

Lighting design for Green Grow the Lilacs is by Zach Moore, sound design is by Ian Flanders, costume design is by Randy Hozian and the production stage manager is Kim Cameron.

Theatricum Botanicum is renowned for its spirited productions of Shakespeare and modern classics in a spectacular outdoor setting. Unlike most theaters in the Los Angeles area that stage continuous runs of a single play, Theatricum, using a company of actors, performs each play on a rotating basis so that it's possible to see all five mainstage plays in a single summer weekend.

Theatricum has been named “One of the 50 Coolest Places in Los Angeles” by Buzz magazine, “One of Southern California's most beguiling theater experiences” by Sunset, and “Best Theater in the Woods” by the L.A. Weekly.

“The enchantment of a midsummer night at Theatricum Botanicum [makes it] crystal clear why audiences have been driving up into the hills since Theatricum’s maiden season way back in 1973. Summer Shakespeare doesn’t get any better than this,” writes StageSceneLA.

Says Los Angeles magazine, “The amphitheater feels like a Lilliputian Hollywood Bowl, with pre-show picnics and puffy seat cushions, yet we were close enough to see the stitching on the performers costumes. Grab a blanket and a bottle and head for the hills.”

“Green Grow the Lilacs” opens on Saturday, July 11 at 7:30 pm, and continues through September 26. Tickets range from $10-$39.50, with discounts available for students, seniors, the military and AEA members. Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum is located at 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, in the heart of Topanga Canyon, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley.

For a complete schedule of the summer season’s performances and to purchase tickets, call 310-455-3723 or go to www.theatricum.com



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2) FESTIVALS this coming weekend ~
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Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28,
FESTIVAL,
in Ventura:
10:30 am 7th annual “ROADSHOW REVIVAL, A Tribute to the Music of Johnny Cash,” brings two days of music, fun, and plenty of other planned activities in its NEW LOCATION, Mission Park in old downtown Ventura (across from Mission San Buenaventura), at 185 E Santa Clara St, Ventura.
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This year’s lineup includes:
REVEREND HORTON HEAT - rockabilly virtuosos
BILLY JOE SHAVER - outlaw country legend
THE BLASTERS - roots rockers
BIG SANDY AND HIS FLY RITE BOYS
JOHN DOE from seminal L.A. punk band X
SLIM JIM PHANTOM from THE STRAY CATS
ROBERT GORDON - rockabilly revivalist
GAMBLERS MARK
THE FREIGHTSHAKERS
PETUNIA & THE VIPERS
BIG TWEED
THE VONETTES
MATT ARMOR
MEDICINE HAT
JUST DAVE BAND
HIGHWAY STARR
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This 7th annual event, presented (as always) by Ross Emery Entertainment, features different themes each day. Sunday brings popular outlaw country, rockabilly, and bluegrass bands. Saturday centers around MANY Johnny Cash tribute bands.
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Along the way, there’s a pin-up girl pageant, hot rods, custom cars and motorcycles, Johnny Cash memorabilia, a guided tour of Johnny Cash’s legacy in Ventura, food & beverage vendors, a kid’s corral, and scores of vendors with unique offerings and collectibles.
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Tix and info, www.roadshowrevival.com
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Tix are $32 (advance) for a 2-Day “Get Rhythm” Main Stage Pit ticket ($65 value) with access to all of the Roadshow Revival festivities as well as entry into the Pit area of the Main Stage.
$20 (advance) gets you a 2-Day general admission ticket ($40 value).


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Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28,
FESTIVAL,
in San Diego Co (Vista):
Annual “SAN DIEGO SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES & GATHERING OF THE CLANS” at Brengle Terrace Park, 1200 Vale Terrace Dr, Vista 92084.
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Info in Tuesday’s edition.


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Sat, Jun 27,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Irvine):
Annual “BANDS & BELLIES FESTIVAL” at the Temple Of Light OC, 11 Goddard, Irvine 92618.
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This one features a 7 pm full concert set by the wonderful MARINA V, plus belly-dancing, yoga, arts & crafts, and food vendors. Marina tells us, “I played at this festival two years ago and everybody was so nice and we had a GREAT time! And all proceeds benefit an animal rescue in Irvine, so your ticket money will go to a great cause.
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More info: www.bandsandbellies.com/current-show.php
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Admission (suggested donation): $12 for admission and concert, or $20 for show and the 5:30 pm Yoga class (cost for age 16 and up), Free for children under age 5.


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Through June 28,
FESTIVAL,
in Hollywood:
Annual “HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL” runs for over a week, with live music performances in various genres (some are folk-friendly), in venues large and small, all over the Hollywood end of L.A.
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There’s also local and international theater. The ever-expanding event hosts around 275 shows each year. You’ll find everything from one-person shows, to new musicals with chorus lines, to comedies, to edgy dramas. For an abridged version, you can get tix to “The Pick of The Fringe,” showcasing five of the best shows, on Friday night, June 19.
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Info, schedules, venues, and discount tix all at Goldstar:
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www.goldstar.com


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3) MONDAY’s concert & arts scene
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Mon, Jun 22, in Long Beach:
6:40-10 pm New "IMAGINE AN OPEN MIC" is a new listening room open mic (that debuted Jun 15; what a concept — no noise or talking) hosted by Geo. McCalip in an art gallery, the Gina Woodruff Art Gallery, 5555 Sterns, Long Beach. Park in the lot behind Trader Joe's.
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This "different kind of open mic... is in a listening room, so you can hear the music and have your music heard." Says Geo.
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Series will run every Monday, 7 to 9:30 pm, with signups beginning at 6:40 pm. The venue is between TJ's and Stearns. Use the entrance to the lobby. From there take the stairs or elevator to the second floor.
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Sponsors say they "will close the door very shortly after 7 and only open it between songs. Be there before 7 pm."
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This looks well thought-out. We're told, "Any music that does not exceed the noise levels acceptable to the neighbors is welcome. No drum kits, although a cajon, a djembe or a snare with brushes are cool). No bagpipes.
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They will have "a mini jack cable to connect the PA to a phone, tablet, computer or CD player if someone brings a backing track. The PA also accepts RCA if you want bring that cable.
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"Lyrics will need to be appropriate for the audience. They don't really expect children, but have something ready just in case."

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Mon, Jun 22, in Burbank:
7 pm THE BROMBIES play their weekly BLUEGRASS residency at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full menu and full bar, and is known for its Mexican food.

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Mon, Jun 22, in Ventura:
7-10 pm SONGMAKERS twice-monthly “UKULELE AT THE E.P. FOSTER LIBRARY” in the library at 651 E Main St, Ventura. Info at www.songmakers.org

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A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick…

Mon, Jun 22, in Hollywood:
7:30 pm THE KINGSTON TRIO plus original founding member BOB SHANE, and special guests TIMOTHY B. SCHMIT of the Eagles, AL JARDINE of the Beach Boys, TRINI LOPEZ, BARRY McGUIRE, THE LIMELITERS, and other surprise guests, at the Avalon, 1735 Vine St, Hollywood 90028; 323-462-8900.
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This is a tw-night live taping of a pledge drive special for national PBS distribution. Sunday the 21st is billed as the "taped dress rehearsal" for the actual taping on the 22nd.
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On Sunday and Monday, The Kingston Trio will be filmed in concert by Desert C.A.M. Studios (Chip Miller) and Terrel Cass Productions (both are award-winning directors/producers) at the Avalon Theater in Hollywood, situated across the street from the Capitol Records Building (which the Trio helped to pay off in the late '50s!). The Kingston Trio will be joined by founding member Bob Shane (who seldom performs with them), Timothy B. Schmit (The Eagles), Al Jardine (founding Beach Boy), Trini Lopez, Barry McGuire, The Limeliters and Josh Reynolds (Nick’s son) for two exciting nights of concerts.
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For the Kingston Trio, taping this concert in Hollywood, directly across the street from the famous Capitol Records building, is an historic homecoming. It was the Trio’s record sales that financed construction of that building. And when the Kingston Trio played their only tour ever in England, a little band – four lads from Liverpool – opened for them. Whereupon the Trio got home and told their label execs at Capitol, “You know, that band that opened for us over there is really good. You ought to sign them.” Capitol did, in 1964, the Beatles became a worldwide phenomenon, and the label dropped the Kingston Trio.
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That story and more is slated to become part of the PBS pledge special, in conjunction with a documentary being produced about the Trio and its impact on folk and music at large. Show time is at 7:30 pm, doors open at 6:30 pm.
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This is very likely to be the last time anyone outside of the Phoenix area will be able to see Bob Shane perform live.
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Tix at www.flavorus.com/kingstontrioavalon

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Mon, Jun 22, in OC (Laguna Beach):
7:30 pm “HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN” returns to the Laguna Playhouse for 14 performances only. The show ran at the venue earlier this year to critical and audience success.
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The Laguna Playhouse has arranged a special 2-for-1 opportunity for Pacific Symphony patrons to see this show a code. Use code: HersheyFriend to receive 2-for-1 tickets.
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Call 949-497-2787 ex. 1 or purchase online at:
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http://purchase.lagunaplayhouse.com/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=4689&utm_source=mail2&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=HersheyFelder
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Mr. Felder brings to life the remarkable story of Irving Berlin. Named “the greatest songwriter that has ever lived” by George Gershwin, Irving Berlin is known for innumerable classics including “God Bless America,” “White Christmas,” and “Top Hat, White Tie and Tails.” Hershey Felder’s masterful creation of character and musical performance makes this evening with Irving Berlin an unforgettable journey. It is, writes the Los Angeles Times, a "remarkable portrait...richly entertaining and ultimately touching."
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Show Schedule: Mon, Jun 22 7:30 pm; Tue, Jun 23, 7:30 pm; Wed, Jun 24, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Thu, Jun 25, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Fri, Jun 26, 7:30 pm; Sat, Jun 27, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Sun, Jun 28, 1 pm & 5:30 pm; Mon, Jun 29, 7:30 pm; Tuey, Jun 30, 7:30 pm.

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Mon, Jun 22, in SFV (NoHo):
7:30 pm Weekly “OPEN MIC with WEB SIMULCAST” at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913. Go or watch on your watchable web device at www.kulakswoodshed.com

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A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick…

Mon, Jun 22, in L.A.:
8 pm “AN EVENING WITH ROBERT EARL KEEN” is a performance-interview at the Grammy Museum, near the Staples Center in the L.A. Live! Complex, S of downtown L.A.
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Thirty years and 18 albums into an illustrious career, it would be impossible for Robert Earl Keen not to sound like himself. Since winning the 1983 New Folk songwriting award at Texas' prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival, he's carved a place for himself in the Lone Star pantheon of incisive, novelistic writers, alongside Townes Van Zandt, Steve Earle and Guy Clark. With standout records such as West Textures (1989), Picnic (1997) and Ready For Confetti (2011), as well as Texas standards such as "The Road Goes On Forever," "Feelin' Good Again" and "Merry Christmas From The Family," Keen has helped pave the way for the burgeoning Americana movement.
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With the release of his latest album, “Happy Prisoner: The Bluegrass Sessions,” Keen has proven himself a more than capable bluegrass singer. Kicking off with a boot-stomping version of Flatt & Scruggs' "Hot Corn, Cold Corn" and a revved-up, fiddle-driven take on Richard Thompson's "52 Vincent Black Lightning," Keen takes listeners on a 15-song ride (20 songs on the deluxe version) that embraces the many lyrical and musical colors in the bluegrass spectrum. There are prison songs ("99 Years For One Dark Day"), murder ballads for the guilty and innocent ("Poor Ellen Smith" and "Long Black Veil"), tales of unrequited love (a lilting cover of the Carter Family's "East Virginia Blues"), gospel tunes ("This World Is Not My Home"), yodeling tunes (a duet with Lyle Lovett on Jimmie Rodgers' "T for Texas"), waltzes (the mournful "White Dove") and songs of country life (a take on Tommy Thompson's "Twisted Laurel"). And, of course, there are special nods to the father of bluegrass Bill Monroe ("Walls of Time" and the moving "Footprints In The Snow"). The album has spent three weeks at No. 1 on Billboard's Top Bluegrass Albums chart.
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In the midst of his U.S. tour in support of the album, the GRAMMY Museum welcomes Keen to the Clive Davis Theater as part of the Americana Series for an intimate performance and discussion surrounding his career and new album, moderated by Scott Goldman, Vice President of MusiCares and the GRAMMY Foundation.
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Doors at 7:30 pm. Tix, $20, in person at the Museum Box Office, by phone at 213-765-6803, or online at www.grammymuseum.org

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Mon, Jun 22, in SFV (Studio City):
8-11 pm Weekly “CELTIC ARTS CENTER IRISH CéILí DANCE, IRISH MUSIC SESSION,” and language lessons, at the Mayflower Club, 4843 Laurel Canyon Bl, Studio City; 818-760-8322.
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Dance is 8-9 pm, music session (structured jam) is 9-11 pm. Always fun.



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Sat, Jun 27,
WORKSHOP,
in Culver City:
2 pm “BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” by National Guitar endorsed artist DOUG MacLEOD at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230. Call to reserve your spot, 310-398-2583.
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Doug MacLeod and Denny Croy also perform at the venue Saturday night at 8 pm. Call for tix.



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UPCOMING FESTIVALS are listed first, followed by an ever-growing section for UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events…

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happening after this coming weekend
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Out-of-Town Festivals…

Thu-Sun, Jul 2-5,
FESTIVAL,
in Oregon:
Annual “WATERFRONT BLUES FEST” in Portland, OR. Their 2015 schedule is not yet posted, nor are prices and discount accommodations at nearby PSU.
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BUDDY GUY is the festival headliner on Sunday, July 5.
Over 80 local & national blues bands will perform on three main stages.
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Zydeco bands include:
CHUBBY CARRIER
ROSIE LEDET
DOG HILL STOMPERS
COREY LEDET ZYDECO BAND
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Plus local Cajun-zydeco bands and a large zydeco dance floor.
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Keep an eye on www.waterfrontbluesfest.com for all details as they post.


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Sat, Aug 8, in downtown L.A.:
3-7 pm “BURGERS & BEER FESTIVAL” at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Features Los Angeles’ best burger restaurants serving their signature sliders and the state’s best craft breweries sampling the brews that have made them famous. Confirmed restaurants include Animal, Bouchon Bistro, Grill 'Em All, Ledlow, Pono Burger and many more to come. Confirmed breweries include Angel City Brewery, Bottle Logic Brewing, Ninkasi Brewing, Strand Brewing Company and many more to come.


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Fri-Sun, Sep 4-5-6,
FESTIVAL,
in Rhode Island:
Annual “RHYTHM & ROOTS FEST” in Ninigret State Park, RI. If you go, make it a day early to catch STEVE RILEY & THE MAMOU PLAYBOYS on Sep 3 at the Towers.
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Full info at www.rhythmandroots.com


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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-21,
FESTIVAL,
in Coloma (Northern Cal):
9th annual "AMERICAN RIVER MUSIC FESTIVAL" announced its lineup and began offering discounted early bird tickets on May 1, and that offer closes SOON.
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The festival recently announced its line-up:
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Main Stage:
Nicki Bluhm & The Gramblers, The Infamous Stringdusters, Dangermuffin, Nora Jane Struthers & The Party Line, Shook Twins, David Luning Band, Songs of the Fall, David Myles Trio, Spark and Whisper, Dennis Johnson and The Mississippi Ramblers.
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Other Stages ~ Campgrounds and Hot Spots:
Dangermuffin, Shook Twins, David Luning Band, Songs of the Fall, David Myles Trio, Spark and Whisper, Dennis Johnson and The Mississippi Ramblers, A Thousand Years at Sea, Proxima Parada, Achilles Wheel Duo, McNevin & The Spokes, Island of Black and White, The Keller Sisters, Stringtown Ambassadors, The Love Choir, Moon Shiner, The Painted Horses, Lumadae, Tamra Godey.
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Friday Night Showcase hosted by Michael Gaither:
Ten more performances tba.
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Sponsors say, "The South Fork wants you to hear music on its banks! Limited Time left to get ‘Early Bird’ discounts at the festival website.”
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The festival was named "Best of" choice for fun things to do in the Sacramento Bee newspaper, and called, "Friendly, Unforgettable" in the Mountain Democrat. "...what a great vibe at the festival" wrote the Auburn Journal. "Music and Moving Water in Perfect Harmony" says Submerge Magazine.
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Full info and tix, www.americanrivermusic.org/festival.php


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Fri-Sun, Oct 9-11,
FESTIVAL,
in Louisiana:
Annual “FESTIVALS ACADIENS” in Lafayette, LA. Info at www.festivalsacadiens.com includes discount room rates at Ramada Inn, Lafayette, if you book early.


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All coming up, some SOON, many with advance discounts, others that’ll sell-out quickly.

Sat & Sun, Jun 27 & 28, atop SFV:
Noon & 2 pm “A MUSICAL ROAD TRIP THROUGH AMERICA” summer series debuts this weekend with performances by THE OOKS OF HAZZARD and EVERLY SNODGRASS at Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90049; www.skirball.org; 310-440-4500.
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This summer’s Skirball “Family Amphitheater Performances” take family visitors on “a ramblin’ musical road trip, inspired by Bill Graham and the Rock & Roll Revolution.” Series runs Saturdays and Sundays, Jun 27–Sep 6, with performances at noon and 2 pm.
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All performances are included with Museum admission. Free on-site parking; street parking strictly prohibited.

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Sat, Jun 27, in Pasadena:
4:30 pm LEFTOVER CUTIES perform at “Full Moon Saturdays” at Stonywood Backyard Concert Series in Pasadena. Info at: www.facebook.com/fullmoonsaturdays

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Sat, Jun 27, in SFV (North Hills):
7 pm GRANT GEISSMAN QUINTET performs at the “Stardust House Concerts” series in North Hills. Reservations get directions at: www.stardustconcerts.com

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Sat, Jun 27, in Pasadena:
Time tba DAVE MORRISON BAND performs at “Quarter Moon Revue” at Throop Hall in Pasadena. Info, email Scott King at: jsk1.2007@gmail.com

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Sun, Jun 28, in L.A.:
Time tba “SONGWRITERS ON SONGWRITING LIVE” with the bestselling author of the book of that title, PAUL ZOLLO. Paul is hosting legendary Chicago blues phenomenon CORKY SIEGEL, whom he calls, “one of the stars of my youth.” The event is at The Songwriting School of Los Angeles.
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The public can attend; we’ll have details soon, here in our “Ticket Alerts” section.
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Corky Siegel, says Paul, “emerged from the Siegel-Schwall Blues Band to become a solo act back when I was in high school and would thrill at any chance to hear him. Amazing pianist, remarkable harmonica player and great songwriter. A night with Corky will be amazing. Thanks to his friend and mine James Lee Stanley for making this happen.”

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Now through Jun 30, in OC (Laguna Beach):
7:30 pm “HERSHEY FELDER AS IRVING BERLIN” returns to the Laguna Playhouse for 14 performances only. The show ran at the venue earlier this year to critical and audience success.
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The Laguna Playhouse has arranged a special 2-for-1 opportunity for Pacific Symphony patrons to see this show a code. Use code: HersheyFriend to receive 2-for-1 tickets.
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Call 949-497-2787 ex. 1 or purchase online at:
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http://purchase.lagunaplayhouse.com/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=4689&utm_source=mail2&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=HersheyFelder
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Mr. Felder brings to life the remarkable story of Irving Berlin. Named “the greatest songwriter that has ever lived” by George Gershwin, Irving Berlin is known for innumerable classics including “God Bless America,” “White Christmas,” and “Top Hat, White Tie and Tails.” Hershey Felder’s masterful creation of character and musical performance makes this evening with Irving Berlin an unforgettable journey. It is, writes the Los Angeles Times, a "remarkable portrait...richly entertaining and ultimately touching."
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Show Schedule: Mon, Jun 22 7:30 pm; Tue, Jun 23, 7:30 pm; Wed, Jun 24, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Thu, Jun 25, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Fri, Jun 26, 7:30 pm; Sat, Jun 27, 2 pm & 7:30 pm; Sun, Jun 28, 1 pm & 5:30 pm; Mon, Jun 29, 7:30 pm; Tuey, Jun 30, 7:30 pm.

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Thu, Jul 2, in Agoura Hills:
“ALL-STAR CHARITY TRIBUTE TO THE BEACH BOYS AND THE CALIFORNIA SOUND” at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills. Over 50 of L.A.'s finest will be performing live, including CARNIE & WENDY WILSON (WILSON PHILLIPS), BOB COWSILL (THE COWSILLS), DON RANDI (THE WRECKING CREW), ROSEMARY BUTLER, MARCY LEVY (ERIC CLAPTON, ELTON JOHN), FREEBO (BONNIE RAITT), BERTON AVERRE (THE KNACK), MARK LENNON (VENICE), DAVE PEARLMAN (DAN FOGELBERG) and many more. This show benefits City of Hope's "Rock The Cure."

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Sat, Jun 28, in Culver City:
8 pm DOUG MacLEOD & DENNY CROY play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230; 310-398-2583.
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National Guitar endorsed artist DOUG MacLEOD also does a 2 pm “BLUES GUITAR WORKSHOP” at Boulevard Music. Call to reserve your spot, 310-398-2583.

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Now through Aug 2, in Hollywood:
Andrew Lloyd Webber's “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is a new production by Cameron Mackintosh at the Hollywood Pantages, 6233 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood; www.HollywoodPantages.com
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In L.A. for a limited 8-week run through August 2 at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre, with newly reinvented staging and stunning scenic design. This new version of “PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” is performed by a stunning cast and orchestra comprised of 52 superbly talented actors, singers and musicians. It’s being billed as “the MUST SEE production of 2015.”
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Tix start at $29. Box office opens daily at 10 am except holidays for in-person or phone orders at 800-982-2787. Info on the production, a video sneak peek, and online tix at: www.ThePhantomOfTheOpera.com/ustour

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Now through Jun 27 (see sched. below), in Hollywood:
“THE LOAD-IN,” a world premiere comedy and “HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL” selection, starts June 7 at Three Clubs Cocktail Lounge, 1123 N Vine St, Hollywood 90038. World Premiere engagement of a new comedy, written and directed by David Svengalis. Produced by Mahoobla Productions. Original music by Nicole Marcus. 21+ show. Runs Sun, June 7, at 8 pm; Fri, June 12 at 4 pm; Sun, June 14 at 10 pm; Tue, June 16 at 8 pm; Fri, June 19 at 6 pm; & Sat, June 27 at 6 pm. Tix, $13. Reservations, 323- 455-4585. Online tix, www.hollywoodfringe.org/projects/2490

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Now through Sep 26, in Topanga:
3:30 pm “AS YOU LIKE IT” re-sets Shakespeare to the American Civil War, at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley.
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Production runs June 7 through Sep 26, ALTERNATING WITH OTHER PRODUCTIONS. Info, complete schedule of performances, and tix, at 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com
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Tickets range from $10-$39.50; children 6 and under are free.

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Jul 11 through Sep 26, in Topanga:
7:30 pm “GREEN GROW THE LILACS,” the Pulitzer Prize-nominated play that inspired “Oklahoma!”, at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, in the heart of Topanga Canyon, midway between Malibu and the San Fernando Valley. The production opens Sat, Jul 11 and runs through Sep 26. See the feature story in the “News” section of the Guide’s Jun 22 edition.
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Tix range from $10-$39.50, with discounts available for students, seniors, the military and AEA members.
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The season’s offerings here alternate. For a complete schedule of the summer season’s performances and to purchase tickets, call 310-455-3723 or go to www.theatricum.com

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Sat, Jul 15, in Hollywood:
JOHN FOGERTY's "1969" TOUR plays its only L.A. (and Southern Cal) date at the Hollywood Bowl, with trad-New Orleans keyboard wizard BOB MALONE.

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Aug 22, in Bev Hills:
LEON RUSSELL plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.

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Sep 10, in Bev Hills:
JOHN HIATT & THE COMBO plus TAJ MAHAL TRIO play the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Sat, Sep 19, in Hollywood:
LILA DOWNS plays the Hollywood Pantages.

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Oct 2, in BevHills:
GORDON LIGHTFOOT plays the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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Dec 12, in BevHills:
""FRANK SINATRA'S 100th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" featuring FRANK SINATRA JR. "Sinatra Sings Sinatra" at the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills.
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