Friday Night Live... April 4, 2014

Live Music & Art Events, Friday, April 4, 2014

Today is a bit unusual. We published two earlier editions, each about something specific. Third time's a charm, if you want to know what's happening on tonight's live performance scene. Here you go.
 
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In this edition…

♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
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Ongoing, through Apr 19, in Sierra Madre:
(Times vary, by night)  “CIVIL WAR THEMED LIVE THEATRE,” in three period-music-related productions, at the Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318; www.sierramadreplayhouse.com.

Nick Smith, veteran storyteller and co-producer of the Pasadena Folk Music Series (formerly the Caltech Folk Music Series), says, “I’m historical advisor for their current productions. The main one, "Battledrum," (Mar 7-Apr 19) is a short musical drama about drummer boys during the Civil War.”
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There is also one remaining performance of the MUSIC OF THE CIVIL WAR, in a show called "Glory Hallelujah," on April 13. It’s presented in conjunction with the Colbert School of Music, that esteemed L.A. institution across the street from the Disney Concert Hall.
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The theatre’s lobby has a wonderful display of Civil War photographs and descriptive placards, along with a Union uniform and lady’s dress of the time.
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Each performance of "Battledrum" opens with an opening talk by a historian, leading into the play. Nick tells us, “I will be doing [the historian’s opening] for some of the performances. I’m also helping select the readings and music for the other production. It’s been busy.”
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The Guide was there for ""THE PLAYER KING," a one-night-only show in the series on March 28. It’s about the theatrical Booth family, including John Wilkes Booth, the actor who assassinated Abraham Lincoln. Written and performed bt DARIN DAHMS, it is an inspired performance. If it’s indicative of this series, and we believe it is, then catch as much of it as you can.
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Tix and info, at:
http://sierramadreplayhouse.org/playhouse

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Ongoing, through Apr 6,
FILM FESTIVAL,
on Catalina Island:
The Annual “FESTIVAL OF FILM NOIR” at the Avalon Ballroom on Catalina Island. You will need to arrange ferry passage to Catalina Island and back, in addition to choosing tickets for specific films and events. Get event info from the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles: www.adsla.org or 310-659-3326.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 1, in L.A.:
“JACKSON POLLOCK’S MURAL,” and “HATCHED! CREATING FORM WITH LINE,” are two concurrent temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 8, in L.A.:
“A ROYAL PASSION: QUEEN VICTORIA & PHOTOGRAPHY” and “HIROSHI SUGIMOTO: PAST TENSE” are two concurrent temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.

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ONGOING at the Getty, through Jun 22, in L.A.:
“HEAVEN AND EARTH: BYZANTINE ILLUMINATION AT THE CULTURAL CROSSROADS” is a new temporary exhibition at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.
 
 
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Fri, Apr 4, in Burbank:
1-3 pm  THE WOODYJAMES 15-piece BIG BAND plays one of the two stages at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com
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More shows here, on one or the other of the venue’s two stages, beginning at 5 pm; see listing.
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All shows on both stages are no cover. Venue is known for its Mexican food and full bar. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons).

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Fri, Apr 4, in Burbank:
5-8 pm  RIDERS OF THE PURPLE SAGE play a surprise early show, followed bu CODY & THE CODYDEPENDENTS, at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444; www.vivacantina.com
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No cover. Venue is known for its Mexican food and full bar. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons).

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Fri, Apr 4, in Westchester:
5:30-8:30 pm  "WESTCHESTER FIRST FRIDAYS" in the Westchester Triangle, 6200 Block of W 87th St, Westchester (Los Angeles)

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Fri, Apr 4, in Monrovia:
6-10 pm  Weekly "FRIDAY FAMILY FESTIVAL" includes lots of music in various food / drink establishments and outdoors on street corners throughout charming old downtown Monrovia, and the acoustic KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT & JAM at 8 pm at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091.

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Fri, Apr 4, in Tehachapi:
7 pm  "MODERN & TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH SONGS & TUNES" are performed by ALAN REID & ROB VAN SANTE at the concert series at Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi 93561; 661-823-9994

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Fri, Apr 4, in SFV (Northridge):
7-10 pm  “FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC SHOWCASE” brings a lineup of various musicians, all playing acoustic, at Pho-King Delicious, 9350 Corbin Av, Northridge 91324.
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No cover. Venue has a variety of noodle dishes, salads, spring rolls, soups, sandwiches, and Vietnamese pho.

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Fri, Apr 4, in OC (Dana Point):
7:30 pm  RICHARD SMITH, virtuoso fingerstyle guitarist, plays the first of two nights for the "Lord Of The Strings" Concert Series, this one at the Dana Point Community House, 24642 San Juan St, Dana Point 92629; tix, 949-842-2227 or 949-244-6656.

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Fri, Apr 4, in Santa Monica:
8 pm  LUCY KAPLANSKY plays McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica 90405;
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Tix at 310-828-4497.

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Fri, Apr 4, in Altadena:
8 pm  SUSIE GLAZE & THE HILONESOME BAND play their monthly concert, this time with performing guest FUR DIXON, for "The Woodshed Sessions" at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 92675.
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Full info at www.coffeegallery.com/showsat
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Reservations (by phone only), 626-798-6236.

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Fri, Apr 4, in Arcadia:
8 pm-1 am  KINGS OF THE DESERT, plus JOE WALLA, and the excellent house band, the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349.
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Good food is available from 7 pm until midnight. Free parking is available on the street and in the city lot across the street behind Denny’s. Fun place. But bring earplugs. Seriously.
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Advance tix (and even reservations) are discounted, at http://arcadiabluesclub.ticketleap.com

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Fri, Apr 4, in SFV (NoHo):
8-10 pm  Monthly "FIRST FRIDAYS" show with SEVERIN BROWNE, THE FIRST FRIDAY BAND, and other musical "FRIENDS," at Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood 91607; 818-766-9913.
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$10 cover.

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Fri, Apr 4, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm  An UNDISCLOSED AMERICANA / ALT COUNTRY / TRAD COUNTRY BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky tonk. Full bar, lots of fun. No nightly free dance lessons during the festival.

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Fri, Apr 4, in Echo Park:
8 pm  “Music on the Patio” is all-acoustic at Stories, 1716 W Sunset Bl, Echo Park (Los Angeles); 213-413-3733.

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Fri, Apr 4, in Murrieta:
9 pm  An UNDISCLOSED IRISH BAND plays the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Fri, Apr 4, in Culver City:
9:30 pm  An UNDISCLOSED AMERICANA / HONKY TONK / OR COUNTRY ROCK band plays the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City.
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Venue has full bar. It’s the size of a postage stamp, and barstool seating is competitive. But it’s always fun. No cover. Bring $ for the artists' tip jar.

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Fri, Apr 4, in SFV (Van Nuys):
9:30 pm  WHISKEY SUNDAY at Ireland’s 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; 818-785-4031.

 
 
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