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Guide to this edition…
1) THURSDAY’s Music & Arts Scene
2) TICKET ALERTS…
Separate categories for ongoing events, upcoming festivals, & concerts
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Thu, Jul 23, in Hollywood:
10 am & 11:15 am, all week: HĀLAU KA UA TUAHINE plays “SUMMER SOUNDS,” the Bowl’s summer children’s series, this week presenting Polynesia & Hawaii music and dance in culturally authentic attire, at the Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Av, Hollywood 90068; 323-850-2000 or 213-480-3232.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Burbank:
5-11 pm LIVE AMERICANA / or TRAD or ALT COUNTRY / or HONKY TONK MUSIC in a full lineup on two stages in separate rooms at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Long Beach:
5-8 pm KEN O'MALLEY plays his weekly residency of authentic and original Irish music at the Auld Dubliner, 71 S Pine Av, Long Beach 90802; 562-437-8300; www.aulddubliner.com
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Thu, Jul 23, in San Diego:
6-7:45 pm BAYOU BROTHERS play the “Fletcher Cove Concert” somewhere in the San Diego area. That’s all we know about that one, except it’s FREE.
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Thu, Jul 23, in OC (Fountain Valley):
6-10 pm Twice-monthly “FOUNTAIN VALLEY BLUEGRASS JAM” at Orange County Archery, 18792 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley 92708.
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Thu, Jul 23, in SGV (San Gabriel):
6:30-9:30 pm “SAN GABRIEL NIGHTS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES” presents, FREE, the HAVANA NIGHTS CONCERT with LUIS CRUZ BELTRAN, at the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse, 320 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel 91776.
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The Community Services Department, in conjunction with the Mission Playhouse and Community Development, hosts six summer concerts and three summer movies. It’s FREE evenings surf-inspired music, food, entertainment, kid’s activities and more.
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Thu, Jul 23, in San Diego Co (Santee):
6:30-9:30 pm Weekly “WOOD 'N' LIPS OPEN MIC” at the Kaffee Meister’s Santee Coffeehouse, 9225 Carlton Hills Bl #30, Santee.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Culver City:
7 pm Weekly summer “CULVER CITY SUMMER SUNSET MUSIC FESTIVAL” brings HOT LIPS & FINGERTIPS to play the FREE series in City Hall Courtyard, 9770 Culver Bl, Culver City 90232; 310-253-6643.
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HOT LIPS & FINGERTIPS blend elements of Celtic music, country (western and swing, too), blues, Cajun, Baroque, rock and roll and more.
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Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat. The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the whole season’s schedule, after tonight, here’s what else you can enjoy:
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July 30: Hot Jazz and Western Swing from the HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.
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Thu, Jul 23, in OC (Costa Mesa):
7 pm ROY ZIMMERMAN, brilliant folk comedic musician with songs about the state of politics and the human condition, plays Orange Coast UU Church, 2845 Mesa Verde East, Costa Mesa 92626.
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Thu, Jul 23, in WeHo:
7-11 pm ONE OF THE FINAL FULL NIGHTS ever at the House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood 90069.
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Many of you know the House of Blues is closing their location on the Sunset Strip in a few weeks. Your ticket is good to see ALL the bands & artists that night, from 7 pm on through JIMI & AVI plus SHANNA O’BRIEN at 10 pm. Many friends have played there, but SongNet’s JIMI YAMAGISHI never got the chance...’’til now. Because of its impending closure, the House Of Blues Sunset has been booked for MONTHS in advance, but one of the artists he’s working with, AVI K, knows one of the promoters, and she was in the right place at the right time when a cancellation occurred. AVI & JIMI are working on several songs together and have built a nice little following around town. You may never get another chance to see this legendary place, plus, SHANNA O'BRIEN will do a couple of songs, too. Her story is really great and inspirational and.
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PARKING: It’s limited at House of Blues. Use their parking partner at "The Sunset," located at 1101-1299 Alta Loma Rd, West Hollywood 90069 (2 blocks W of House of Blues on Sunset Bl; from "The Sunset," it's a 6-minute walk back to House of Blues.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Pasadena:
7 pm Weekly “CHILDREN'S CONCERT SERIES” is part of the free summer concert series at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230.
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This year brings the children’s series on a new night in Pasadena: Thursdays, all summer.
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Arrive early to enjoy a pre-show performances on the little “Grassy Hill Side Stage,” grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” presented by Market on Holly, and check out the local “Community Partners” while the little ones enjoy the KidZone.
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Free, except what you buy to eat. More at: www.levittpasadena.org
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Thu, Jul 23, ONLINE CONCERT:
7:30 pm Celtic harpist AEDAN MacDONNELL presents the second of monthly on-line concerts, this time with international fiddler PAUL FERME.
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Aedan MacDonnell and PAUL FERME join forces to present an on-line concert with the renowned Aedan on harp, accordion and voice. Their combined innate musical instincts and love of Celtic music bring a magic to the performance that will transport you to other worlds and times.
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Aedan says of Paul Ferme, “Paul is visiting from France and his fiddling will make you want to jump up and dance. He plays traditional tunes from Ireland, as well as music from France and the northern lands. Aedan will accompany him on keyboards, Paul will accompany Aedan as she step dances, and Paul and Aedan will also join together with harp and fiddle. Paul is only in the U.S. until August, so don't miss it! It's going to be a lot of fun. Since he's been in the U.S., everyone has been knocking on his door asking him to play. So I feel very fortunate he has accepted my invite for tonight's concert.”
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$5 tix, available at:
http://www.gigee.me/index.php/event/aedan_macdonnell_dhÁ_daoine_-_aedan_macdonnell___paul_fermé
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Oh, boy. Aedan tells us, “Apparently the link to the concert in the original announcement doesn't work (even though it is correct). If you have trouble getting to the page to purchase tickets, please do the following:
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1. Go to: www.gigee.me 2. From the menu at the top of the page select "Music" 3. Scroll down and select "Folk" 4. Scroll down to the bottom and selection Dha Daoine-Aedan McDonnell & Paul Ferme 5. There's 2 Dha Daoine concerts,the first was with Padraic,so be sure to click on the one with Paul. If you have trouble, please email Gigee Support
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Thu, Jul 23, in L.A.:
7:30 pm “SESSION PLAYERS CLUB” does a performance-interview in the GRAMMY Museum’s Clive Davis Theatre, at L.A. LIVE, 800 W Olympic Bl, Los Angeles 90015; www.grammymuseum.org
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Although praised by the headliners they support, session players rarely get the spotlight they deserve. Brought together for the common goal of enhancing recorded music or live performances, session players form a bond, tell stories and overall enjoy playing for the love of music. To recognize the significant role session players have played in many of the most treasured recordings over the years, the GRAMMY Museum hosts its first-ever “Session Players Club.” The evening will include an intimate panel discussion and Q&A hosted by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation, with bassist/vocalist TONY "CISCO" MARSICO (Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Roger Daltrey, Matthew Sweet, Marianne Faithfull); vocalist/guitarist/harmonica player DARRAN "DEWEY" FALCONE (Gerry Goffin); GRAMMY-winning producer/guitarist/songwriter PETE ANDERSON (Dwight Yoakam, Buck Owens, Roy Orbison); and percussionist GARY MALLABER (Steve Miller Band, Van Morrison, Bruce Springsteen, Los Lobos, Warren Zevon, Bonnie Raitt).
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After the discussion, Marsico, Falcone, Mallaber, Anderson, and Joel Alpers (Carole King, "Wicked") will participate in a special performance.
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Thu, Jul 23, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm THE BAND PERRY plus ANNIE McQUEEN play the 125th Annual “ORANGE COUNTY FAIR, ” which runs Jul 17 to Aug 16, 2015, at the OC Fair & Events Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa 92626.
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The fair has two principal music venues, plus other musical entertainment that's free with admission. We’ll endeavor to keep you posted about all the listenable music on all the stages. The headline acts all play the “2015 Toyota Summer Concert Series at Pacific Amphitheatre.”
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Full sched. for Pac Amp during the fair:
http://www.pacamp.com/pa/
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Full sched. for the Fair’s OTHER principal stage, The Hangar, is at:
http://www.ocfair.com/2015/thingstodo/the_hangar.asp
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Thu, Jul 23, in Altadena:
8 pm THE JANGLE BROTHERS play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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THE JANGLE BROTHERS are really good. Bob Stane says they bring “The best music this side of Bob Dylan and the Band.” Their members are top-notch. JOHN YORK is a former member of the legendary Byrds, and currently touring with Barry McGuire & P.F. Sloan. He has played with The Mamas and the Papas, Dr. John, Johnny Rivers, Rick Danko, Richard Manuel, The Sir Douglas Quintet, Nicky Hopkins, and Blues legend Lightnin' Hopkins. Joining him on stage are BILLY DARNELL, who played guitar for the Gene Clark Byrds, The Everly Brothers, Dr. John, Doug Kershaw, and Roger McGuinn, and CHAD WATSON, amazing bass player for Janis Ian, Delaney Bramlett, Charlie Rich, Freddy Fender and countless other artists.
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Thu, Jul 23, in L.A.:
8 pm-2 am "HONKY TONK HACIENDA" is a weekly summer series with Americana, alt-country, and honky-tonk recording artists and bands at El Cid, 4212 W Sunset Bl, Los Angeles 90029; tix & info, www.elcidla.com
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Every Thursday night El Cid transforms into "Honky Tonk Hacienda" with bands, songwriters and musical instigators “tearing it up” with outlaw country, roots, old time, and Americana.
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Full lineup and more info at: www.elcidla.com
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Thu, Jul 23, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm SHOWS ON TWO STAGES at the OC Fair: “BILLY JOEL 2 ELTON JOHN: A TRIBUTE TO TWO GREAT PIANO MEN,” plays “The Hangar” stage, while another show you might like plays the Promenade Stage, at the 125th Annual “ORANGE COUNTY FAIR, ” which runs Jul 17 to Aug 16, 2015, at the OC Fair & Events Center, 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa 92626.
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“The Hangar” is an aviation hangar-style building with a 50-foot arched ceiling, Fairgoers can enjoy live entertainment, including music and other types of performances. All tickets include free OC Fair admission. Free-with-admission community entertainment is also scheduled daily, see the Daily Schedules on the fair’s website for a list of free entertainment.
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The fair has two principal music venues; the other main stage books national headline acts. Plus, there are other musical entertainment venues like the Promenade Stage, and ALL stages are free with admission.
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Full sched. for the Fair’s “secondary” principal stage, The Hangar, at:
http://www.ocfair.com/2015/thingstodo/the_hangar.asp
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Thu, Jul 23,
FREE FILM SCREENING,
in Hollywood:
8 pm “CRITERION MOVIE NIGHT” in the courtyard at Space 15Twenty on Sunset, across from Amoeba Hollywood, in Hollywood. Free popcorn at the screening.
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Thu, Jul 23, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky-tonk, no cover, full bar, and friendly people who all like to dance. Go early for the free dance lessons. There’s live music every night, seven nights a week; sometimes acoustic, sometimes heavy on the pedal steel or the twang, but never that annoying fahke ackscent Nashvulle scene.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Hollywood:
8 pm 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 June 17 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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Thu, Jul 23, in L.A.:
Time tba HAMISH ANDERSON, the 24-year-old Australian singer-songwriter and blues-rock guitarist, plays the Mint in L.A.
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He’s currently touring North America in support of his acclaimed sophomore EP, “RESTLESS,” and he has just premiered the video for the EP 's next single, "Little Lies." The video, directed by Nicolas Wendl featuring Australian actor Richie Brancatisano (from ABC Family's "Chasing Life") hosting a mockup of a talk show in which ANDERSON and his band are the musical guests, premiered last week in three countries via The Blues Magazine (UK), Culture Collide (US) and The AU Review (AUS), and can be watched here: http://bit.ly/YouTubeLittleLies .
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In addition, HAMISH's “Daytrotter” session recently premiered earlier this month (6/10). The session--recorded at Good Danny's in Austin, TX in-between his seven showcase performances at this year's South by Southwest Music (SXSW) festival--captures the guitar virtuoso performing "Little Lies" and "My Sweetheart You" from his RESTLESS EP, "Howl" off his self-titled debut EP, and a cover of Them Two's "Am I Good Man." Listen to the session here: http://bit.ly/1B7qc1c .
Next, HAMISH will head back on the road to kick-off the second part of his North American tour when he joins the likes of The Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters, Keith Urban and more in Quebec City at Festival D'ete De Quebec on July 17. HAMISH is making his way through California with stops tonight in Los Angeles at The Mint, and in San Diego Friday, July 24 at the House of Blues Voodoo Room, among other cities.
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HAMISH teamed up with producer/engineer Krish Sharma (Rolling Stones, Counting Crows) for his sophomore EP, RESTLESS (released independently October 21, 2014), which showcases ANDERSON's blues-infused rock and engaging lyrical imagery. GUITAR WORLD proclaimed Hamish a "guitar phenom" when they premiered the video for the EP's first single "Burn," an adrenaline-charged blues explosion, infused with classic guitar riffs and dramatic drumbeats. Beyond "Burn," the other tracks on RESTLESS ("Shotgun," "Little Lies" "Restless," "Street Lights" and the live bonus track "My Sweetheart, You") display Anderson's wide-ranging guitar talents along with his distinctive vocals. Grammy Award-winning pedal steel guitarist Greg Leisz (Tom Petty, Ray LaMontagne) adds his magic to "Shotgun" and "Street Lights." In addition, HAMISH's name was the first oneout the mouth of critically acclaimed artist Gary Clark Jr. when asked by Revolt TV which guitar players under 30 music audiences should be watching. Fans can purchase RESTLESS on Amazon or iTunes.
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For tickets, go to: hamishanderson.com.au/gigs/
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Thu, Jul 23, atop SFV:
8 pm Season Premiere of “SUNSET CONCERTS,” the nineteenth season of the Skirball’s annual outdoor Sunset Concerts at the Skirball Cultural Center, Skirbal Dr off the 405 Fwy, atop Sepulveda Pass.
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But don’t get your hopes up quite yet. It’s some kind of “world music.” The sole offering in "American roots music" is Thu, Aug 6, 8 pm, with HOORAY FOR THE RIFF RAFF. More about this NYC-based band at: www.hurrayfortheriffraff.com
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This year’s line-up features an array of genre-defying music—from Afro-Colombian funk and psychedelic Malian music to imaginative Americana and pan–Middle Eastern grooves. Sunset Concerts 2015 runs Thu, Jul 23, through Thu, Aug 27.
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See the complete schedule at:
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http://www.skirball.org/programs/sunset-concerts?utm_source=Master+List&utm_campaign=66290230b8-May_Jun_2015_Music_at_the_Skirball_01_6_22_2015&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_117ba5dbcc-66290230b8-315337029
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Thu, Jul 23, in Malibu:
8:45 pm “MICHAEL O'NEILL'S SONGWRITERS NIGHT” brings a full acoustic lineup at Cafe Escobar, 22969 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Hollywood:
9 pm SERYN plays Hotel Café, 1623 1/2 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90038; 323-461-2040.
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Go earlier (as early as 7 pm) and pay one cover charge for the whole evening. But be aware, there is seating only if you are dining from the menu.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Culver City:
9 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK live music tonight at the Cinema Bar in Culver City.
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Thu, Jul 23, in Burbank:
9-11 pm LIVE AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY-TONK music on two stages at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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Thu, Jul 23, in WeHo:
10 pm JIMI & AVI plus SHANNA O’BRIEN play one of the last shows ever at the House of Blues Sunset Strip, 8430 Sunset Bl, West Hollywood 90069.
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Many of you know the House of Blues is closing their location on the Sunset Strip in a few weeks. Many friends have played there, but SongNet’s JIMI YAMAGISHI never got the chance...’’til now. Because of its impending closure, the House Of Blues Sunset has been booked for MONTHS in advance, but one of the artists he’s working with, AVI K, knows one of the promoters, and she was in the right place at the right time when a cancellation occurred. AVI & JIMI are working on several songs together and have built a nice little following around town. You may never get another chance to see this legendary place, plus, SHANNA O'BRIEN will do a couple of songs, too. Her story is really great and inspirational and your ticket is good to see ALL the bands & artists that night, from 7 pm on through Jimi & Avi at 10 pm.
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PARKING: It’s limited at House of Blues. Use their parking partner at "The Sunset," located at 1101-1299 Alta Loma Rd, West Hollywood 90069 (2 blocks W of House of Blues on Sunset Bl; from "The Sunset," it's a 6-minute walk back to House of Blues.
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ONGOING EVENTS are listed in the first section, followed by UPCOMING FESTIVALS listed in their own section, then our ever-growing catalog of UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events.
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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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Note, “the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more.”
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In this production of “As You Like It, ” director ELLEN GEER moves the tale of two sets of brothers — one alienated by ambition, the other estranged by envy — to the divided South of the post-Civil War era, adding traditional American folk music and dance from the period. Rosalind is forced to flee camp when her uncle Frederick, usurper of his brother’s position as a general in the Union army, threatens to have her killed. Accompanied by her cousin Celia, Rosalind disguises herself as a man for safety's sake. The disguise comes in handy when she tests the devotion of her noble admirer, Orlando, on the run from his hostile older brother. Meanwhile, the rebel camp is alive with music — banjo, guitar, ukulele, mandolin and more. With Rosalind's wit leading the way, the forces of true love, justice and song eventually triumph.
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This production runs June 7 through Sep 26, ALTERNATING WITH OTHER PRODUCTIONS. Production dates / times: Sunday, June 7 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 14 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, June 20 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, June 28 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, July 12 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, July 18 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 1 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Aug. 9 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 15 at 3:30 pm * • Saturday, Aug. 22 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sept. 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sept. 26 at 3:30 p.m .
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A special Prologue (pre-show discussion) happens Saturday, Aug 15 at 2:30 pm. (included in ticket price).
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Tickets range from $10-$39.50; children 6 and under are free. Info, complete schedule of all performances this summer, and advance tix, at 310-455-3723 or www.theatricum.com
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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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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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happening after this coming weekend
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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.
Wed, Jul 22, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY plus ALISON KRAUSS & UNION STATION featuring JERRY DOUGLAS, for one final chance in Southern Cal, at the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara 93103; 805-962-7411.
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Thursdays; remaining shows Jul 23 through Aug 13, in Culver City:
7 pm CULVER CITY'S “BOULEVARD MUSIC SUMMER FESTIVAL” runs weekly in the palm-lined courtyard of Culver City’s City Hall. Each concert is FREE and parking is free, with an optional $10 up-front reserved seat.
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The season’s offerings are diverse. Here’s the remainder of the season’s schedule:
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July 23: Elements of Celtic music, country (western and swing, too), blues, Cajun, Baroque, rock and roll and more from HOT LIPS & FINGERTIPS.
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July 30: Hot Jazz and Western Swing from the HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Aug 6: Classic Rock with incredible vocals from VENICE.
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Aug 13: Zydeco music featuring the sounds of Creole from Louisiana and Texas, with the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO (a Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick!)
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Avoid the crowds and parking hassles of other areas on the Westside. Courtyard opens at 4:30 pm. Careful with arriving early, because the free parking is free for two hours in designated parking structures in Culver City. Dozens of dining options are available within walking distance. You can even catch the new light rail to Culver City and a convenient Culver Bus to the concert, and not drive at all.
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Mon, Jul 27, in L.A.:
8pm “AN EVENING WITH MARK O'CONNOR” is a performance-interview in the Clive Davis Theatre at the GRAMMY Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl (at Figueroa), Los Angeles 90015; grammymuseum.org. General tix go on sale Thursday, July 9, 2015, at noon.
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For his first recording for Sony Classical, “Appalachia Waltz, ” GRAMMY-winning violinist MARK O'CONNOR collaborated with fellow GRAMMY winners YO-YO MA and EDGAR MEYER. The album gained O'Connor worldwide recognition as a leading proponent of a new American musical idiom.
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His successful follow-up release, “Appalachian Journey, ” received a GRAMMY for “Best Classical Crossover Album.” After an award-winning recording career in Nashville appearing on more than 500 albums, several of which are GRAMMY winners, including his own “New Nashville Cats, ” O'Connor has immersed himself into perpetuating American classical music. His first full-length orchestral score, "Fiddle Concerto, " has become the most-performed modern violin concerto composed in the last 50 years.
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In 2009, he developed the “O'Connor Method” for violin and strings, which takes an American classical approach to modern violin playing, offering a technical foundation using a diverse range of traditional American string repertoire. The “O'Connor Method Camp” will be held for the first time in New York this August. O'Connor's "Americana Symphony, " recorded by MARIN ALSOP AND THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY, had a successful multimedia performance earlier in June with the NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA in Breckenridge, Colorado.
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O'Connor's upcoming release, “Duo, ” a collaboration with his wife, fiddler/violinist MAGGIE O'CONNOR, features American classics arranged for two violins. In the museum’s Clive Davis Theater, Mark O'Connor will engage in an intimate discussion surrounding his music career, moderated by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation. And yes, the discussion will be followed by a special performance with O'Connor and his wife.
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Doors open at 7:30 pm, though the line forms earlier for the best seats. Show is at 8. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased in person at the Museum Box Office or online. General onsale begins Thursday, July 9, 2015 at noon.
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Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Info or purchase by phone at 213-765-6803. Online purchases at www.grammymuseum.org
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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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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.
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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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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.
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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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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.
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Word to the wise: we add to “Ticket Alerts” all the time, so act accordingly.
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