Friday's art & music & the Weekend’s Festivals, April 11, 2014

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Tonight's scene is here, and it's 'uge. But first: this weekend's ENORMOUS 19th Annual "L.A. TIMES FESTIVAL OF BOOKS" is heavily interspersed with LIVE MUSIC. And, if you're a songwriter, storyteller, or writer, there are dozens of events you should attend. Hence, the Guide brings you our extensive Guide to Book Fest, in this edition (see the "Festivals" section.

Now, on with the show, and aaaawaaaay we go!

 
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Today is the birthday of musician Tom Prasada-Rao. And that’s our daily nod to history.
 
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In this edition…

♪  FeSTiVaLS (& a Music Camp) in Southern Cal…
.  √  Annual “ROCKIN' COUNTRY MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA” is Saturday in Simi Valley
.  √  Annual “L.A. TIMES FESTIVAL OF BOOKS” with music & more, at USC, Sat & Sun
.  √  Annual “TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES FILM FESTIVAL” in Hollywood
.  √  Annual “JULIAN FAMILY FIDDLE CAMP” E of San Diego
♪  FeSTiVaLS (elsewhere)
.  √  Annual “WANEE MUSIC FESTIVAL” in Florida
♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
♪  FRIDAY’s MUSIC & ART EVENTS
 
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♪  FeSTiVaLS and MUSIC CAMPS (Southern Cal)


Sat, Apr 12,
FESTIVAL,
in VC (Simi Valley):
Annual “ROCKIN' COUNTRY MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA” at Hummingbird Nest Ranch, 2940 Kuehner Dr, Simi Valley 93063; 805-807-5100.
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Gates at 10 am, music starts at 11 am.
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Main stage acts:
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♪   JUST DAVE BAND - 11:15 am
♪   SALTY SUITES - 12:15 pm
♪   LARRY BAGBY - 1:30 pm
♪   ANNIE BOSKO - 2:30 pm
♪   TATE STEVENS -  4 pm
♪   EMMERSON DRIVE
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Canadian band EMMERSON DRIVE is the headliner. (More on them tomorrow.) SALTY SUITES is the most traditionally rootsy and acoustic band playing this Simi Valley Round Up.
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It’s a full day of non-stop country music, exciting sideshow stage performances, line dancing, food and craft vendors with fun and games for all ages.
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Tickets for ROUND-UP are $20 in advance / $25 at the gate. Kids age 12 and under are free with a paid adult. Tickets available at: www.roundupsimi.com
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VIP "Terrace Exclusive" tickets also available, online only, include ROUND-UP admission, delicious catered cuisine served from Noon-6:30 pm, unlimited access to Field and Terrace, & two adult beverages: adults, $90, kids age 12 & under, $45.

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Sat & Sun, Apr 12 & 13, at USC:
19th Annual “L.A. TIMES FESTIVAL OF BOOKS” with music & more, on the USC campus in University Park, LA.
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If you are a songwriter or storyteller, this is an incredible opportunity to gain techniques from a cornucopia of successful writers.
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This is an enormous, complicated event. We'll do our best to simplify things for you.

Basically:
√ There is live music (various genres).
√ There are panels, interviews, film screenings, poetry readings, and seminars.
√ MANY seminars are of great worth to songwriters, as they address the essence of storytelling.
√ Outdoor events are free.
√ Indoor events require tickets.
√ Many indoor events are also free (there's a $1 charge to reserve online), but "free" tix will run-out early.
√ There's a nighttime gala that requires a ticket purchase.

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Following is what we think will interest most of our readers – especially the songwriters, storytellers, and writers among our readers, with separate listings for each day.

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Saturday. April 12…

Artists' Row

10 am-6 pm Six artists, five invited and one selected through the “Inspire Us” contest, will be creating pieces live on-site over the weekend sparked by the Festival’s “Inspire Your Fire” theme.

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USC Stage

10 am Festival Kickoff with LA Times CEO Eddy Hartenstein, USC Provost Elizabeth Garrett, the Trojan Marching Band and music by Catherine Rose Smith

11:40 am Saved by Grace Gospel Choir (Gospel)

12:50 pm Brett Fromson (Folk, Blues, Americana and Pop)

5:30 pm Asli Baat and Trojan Bhangra (South Asian A Cappella and South Asian Dance)

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Pop & Hiss Stage Featuring DJ Darren Revell

11 am Adult Books Music Performance

1 pm The Blank Tapes Music Performance

3 pm Mexico68 Music Performance

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Poetry Stage

5:30 pm Tony Barnstone, Ariana Hall & Connie Lim present The Poetry of Song: Live Music Performances

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Hoy Stage

10.30 am Woodcraft Rangers Mariachi and Folklorico Children’s Musical Act

12:10 pm Hoy Birthday Celebration

12:50 pm Woodcraft Rangers Mariachi and Folklorico Children’s Musical Act

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Children’s Stage presented by Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

12:05 pm LeVar Burton, READING RAINBOW LIVE!

1:05 pm Dinosaur Encounters, Presented by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

3:50 pm Dinosaur Encounters, Presented by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

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Los Angeles Times Stage

12:10 pm Alicia Silverstone, THE KIND MAMA, Interviewed by Mary MacVean

4:50 pm Marlo Thomas, Author of IT AIN'T OVER, Interviewed by Patt Morrison

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Seeley G. Mudd (SGM 123)

10:30 am Fiction: Deep Secrets, Dark Places (Conversation 1071) with Stephen Graham Jones, Attica Locke, Michael Farris Smith, and moderator Jim Ruland.

12 pm Illustrating the Point: The Art of the Graphic Novel (Conversation 1072) with Vanessa Davis, Ben Katchor, Anders Nilsen, Mimi Pond, and moderator Deborah Vankin.

1:30 pm Fiction: Lives in Transition (Conversation 1073) with Natalie Baszile, Gina Frangello, Michelle Huneven, and moderator Aimee Liu.

3 pm Richard Blanco, Author of FOR ALL OF US, ONE TODAY, in Conversation with Leigh Haber (Conversation 1074), with Richard Blanco and moderator Leigh Haber.

4:30 pm Fiction: Lives on the Brink (Conversation 1075) with Dan Fante, Jillian Lauren, Rob Roberge, Seth Greenland, and moderator Joseph Lapin.

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Seeley G. Mudd (SGM 124)

10:30 am Nonfiction: The Art of the Personal Story (Conversation 1081) with Leo Braudy, Pico Iyer, Leslie Jamison, Dinah Lenney, and moderator Meghan Daum.

12 pm Crime Fiction: A Question of Character (Conversation 1082) with Steph Cha, Michael Koryta, Ivy Pochoda, Ferdinand von Schirach, and moderator Donna Rifkind.

1:30 pm Crime Fiction: Blood & Betrayal (Conversation 1083), with Peter James, Michael Krikorian, Stuart Woods, Ken Goldstein, and moderator Stephen Jay Schwartz.

3 pm Fiction: L.A. Stories (Conversation 1084), with Alex Espinoza, Janet Fitch, Matthew Specktor, Antoine Wilson, and moderator David Francis.

4:30 pm History: Untold Stories of the Holocaust (Conversation 1085) with Jonathan Kirsch, Wendy Lower, Martin Goldsmith, and moderator Steven J. Ross.

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Andrus Gerontology Center

11 am Epic History: Writing Our Past (Conversation 1031) with Richard Breitman, Christopher Clark, Allan J. Lichtman, Alan Taylor, and moderator Henry Weinstein.

12:30 pm Mind Over Matter: Writing Science (Conversation 1032) with Matthew D. Lieberman, Virginia Morell, Annalee Newitz, Sally Satel, and moderator Dr. Michael Shermer.

2 pm Publishing: Inside the Literary Magazine (Conversation 1033) with Jon Christensen, Tom Lutz, Robert Scheer, Oscar Villalon, and moderator Bruce Bauman.

3:30 pm Memoir: The Places that Make Us (Conversation 1034) with Krista Bremer, Reyna Grande, Anchee Min, and moderator Jane Ganahl.

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Annenberg Auditorium

11 am Poetry: Forms of Consolation: Traditional and Experimental Poetics (Conversation 1111) with Kate Gale, Jessica Piazza, Elizabeth Robinson, Lynn Xu, and moderator Carol Muske-Dukes.

12:30 pm Fiction: A Love Story (Conversation 1112) with Tessa Dare, Julie Anne Long, Susan Squires, and moderator Beth Yarnall.

2 pm Poetry: Imagination's Sisters: Poetic Invention and Personal Narrative (Conversation 1113) with Joshua Beckman, Mei-mei Berssenbrugge, Douglas Kearney, Carol Muske-Dukes, and moderator Eleni Sikelianos.

3:30 pm Publishing: The Editors Voice (Conversation 1114) with Deena Drewis, Peter Ginna, Ethan Nosowsky, Bart Schneider, and moderator Dan Smetanka.

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Davidson Continuing Education Center

11 am Current Events: Places in Crisis (Conversation 1141) with Sheri Fink, Charlie LeDuff, Amy Wilentz, and moderator Diane Smith.

12:30 pm Chip Kidd, Author of GO, in Conversation with Hunter Drohojowska-Philp (Conversation 1142) with Chip Kidd and interviewer Hunter Drohojowska-Philp.

2 pm Susan Straight and Lisa See in Conversation with Patt Morrison (Conversation 1143) with Lisa See, Susan Straight, and interviewer Patt Morrison.

3:30 pm Nonfiction: What Shapes Us (Conversation 1144) with Erika Hayasaki, Geoff Nicholson, Ms. Louise Steinman, and moderator Ms. Dinah Lenney.

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Bovard Auditorium

10:30 am Cesar Chavez - The Man, the Myths, and the Legacy (Conversation 1051) with Eliseo Medina, Miriam Pawel, and interviewer Steve Lopez.

12:30 pm John Green, Author of THE FAULT IN OUR STARS, in Conversation with David L. Ulin (Conversation 1052) with John Green, and interviewer David L. Ulin.

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Taper Hall (THH 101)

11 am Current Events: The Realities of War (Conversation 1121) with Janet Burroway, David Finkel, David J. Morris, and interviewer Christopher Goffard.

12:30 pm Nonfiction: The Evolution of Feminism (Conversation 1122) with M.G. Lord, Myra MacPherson, Nancy L. Cohen, and moderator Robin Abcarian.

2 pm The Truth Will Out: Getting the Story (Conversation 1123) with Annie Jacobsen, Scott C. Johnson, Walter Kirn, Deanne Stillman, and interviewer Thomas Curwen.

3:30 pm The Facts of Fiction; The Fiction of Facts (Conversation 1124) with Geoff Dyer, Ruth Ozeki, and interviewer David L. Ulin.

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Taper Hall (THH 201)

10:30 am Fiction: Stories from Around the Globe (Conversation 1131) with Rabih Alameddine, NoViolet Bulawayo, Nicole Mones, and moderator Amy Wallen.

12 pm Fiction: Pushing the Boundaries (Conversation 1132) with Jeff Jackson, Fiona McFarlane, Kevin Moffet, and moderator Tod Goldberg.

1:30 pm Fiction In Brief: The Art of the Story (Conversation 1133) with Jamie Quatro, Ethan Rutherford, Susan Steinberg, and moderator Chris Daley.

3 pm Fiction: With a Wink & a Smirk (Conversation 1134) with Jim Magnuson, Mark Haskell Smith, Jerry Stahl, Diana Wagman, and moderator David Kipen.

4:30 pm Fiction: Outside the Margins (Conversation 1135) with Aimee Bender, Karen Joy Fowler, Jeff Vandermeer, and moderator Joy Press.

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Hancock Foundation

11 am Biography: The Artist's Life (Conversation 1011) with Robert Hilburn, Deborah Solomon, Sam Wasson, and moderator Tom Nolan.

12:30 pm Biography: Founders and Fighters of the Americas (Conversation 1012) with Marie Arana, Steven Hackel, Miriam Pawel, and moderator Hector Tobar.

2 pm History: The Golden State (Conversation 1013) with Jared Farmer, Stephen Gee, Gregory Orfalea, and moderator William Deverell.

3:30 pm Current Events: Exercising Your Voices (Conversation 1014) with Mario T. Garcia, Tom Hayden, Astra Taylor, and moderator Carla Hall.

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Hoffman Hall, Presented by USC

12 pm  Degrees of Fictionality: Representing "Truth" Across Genres (Conversation 1022) with Leo Braudy, Mark Jonathan Harris, Dana Johnson, and moderator Janet Fitch.

1:30 pm Let’s Get Together and Feel All Right: Music, Spirit, Community and Politics (Conversation 1023) with Josh Kun, Ron McCurdy, Shana L. Redmond, and moderator Varun Soni.

4:30 pm Make Me Laugh!: Humor Writing Across Genres (Conversation 1025) with Mary Lou Belli, Sandra Tsing Loh, Michael Price, and moderator M.G. Lord.


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Sunday, April 13…

All day: Lots of poetry, on the Poetry Stage, and in many other places.

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Artists' Row

10 am-5 pm Six artists, five invited and one selected through the “Inspire Us” contest, will be creating pieces live on-site over the weekend sparked by the Festival’s “Inspire Your Fire” theme.

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Children’s Stage, presented by Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

10:20 am Jon Klassen, Author of THIS IS NOT MY HAT

10:50 am Sing Out Loud: The Adventures of Figaro! Presented by LA Opera

11:20 am DC SUPER FRIENDS: SKYSCRAPER SHOWDOWN, presented by Warner Bros. Consumer Products

11:55 am Diego Luna, Reading CÉSAR CHÁVEZ Y LA MÁQUINA DEL TIEMPO by Juan Carlos Quezadas and Bef

12:25 pm Dinosaur Encounters, presented by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

12:55 pm Lucky Diaz & the Family Jam Band, ¡FANTASTICO! Music Performance

1:25 pm Kadir Nelson, Author of BABY BEAR

1:55 pm Jarrett Krosoczka, Author of PLATYPUS POLICE SQUAD

2:25 pm Tomie dePaola & Lin Oliver, Author & Illustrator of LITTLE POEMS FOR TINY EARS

2:55 pm Jose-Luis Orozco, CARAMBA KIDS Musical Performance

3:25 pm Scooby-Doo and the Carnival Creep, Presented by Warner Bros. Consumer Products

4 pm Dinosaur Encounters, Presented by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles

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USC Stage

10 am The Trojan Marching Band

11:40 am SoCal VoCals Musical Performance

12:50 pm Fight on Figaro! Presented by LA Opera Musical Performance

2 pm Exploding Flowers (Pop/Rock)

3:10 pm Aaron Childs (R&B/Soul, Funk & Dance)

4:20 pm Carlton (Pop/Rock)

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Pop & Hiss Stage

Featuring DJ Darren Revell

11 am "Inspire Us" Featured Musicians

1 pm Mexico68 Music Performance

3 pm Salt Petal Music Performance

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Hoy Stage

10:30 am Woodcraft Rangers Mariachi and Folklorico Children’s Musical Act

12:50 pm Woodcraft Rangers Mariachi and Folklorico Children’s Musical Act

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School for Cinematic Arts: Broccoli Theater

11:30 am Labor Day (Paramount Pictures) Q & A to follow with author Joyce Maynard, interviewed by John Horn (Screening 2151)

2:30 pm Twenty Feet From Stardom (Screening 2152)

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Seeley G. Mudd (SGM 124)

12:30 pm Historical Fiction: Stories from the Past (Conversation 2082) with Jon Boorstin, Deborah Harkness, Maria Hummel, April Smith, and moderator.Melissa Chadburn.

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Davidson Continuing Education Center

10:30 am Craft: Changing the Way We Eat (Conversation 2141) with Alex Brown, Evan George, Steve Hindy, Forrest Pritchard, and moderator Noelle Carter.

12 pm  Gaming the System: Finance in America (Conversation 2142) with Helaine Olen, Nomi Prins, Anat Admati, and moderator Michael Hiltzik.

1:30 pm Current Events: World in Crisis (Conversation 2143) with Joe Cirincione, Jerrold D. Green, Greg Treverton, and moderator Scott Kraft.

3 pm Jared Diamond, Author of THE WORLD UNTIL YESTERDAY Interviewed by Patt Morrison (Conversation 2144) with Jared Diamond, and interviewer Patt Morrison.

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Taper Hall (THH 101)

11 am Publishing: Reaching Readers, Reaching Writers (Conversation 2121) with Patrick Brown, David Kipen, Michelle Meyering, and moderator Chris Daley.

12:30 pm Memoir: Trials of Life (Conversation 2122) with Eileen Cronin, Elizabeth Scarboro, Ron Suskind, Mary Williams, and moderator Samantha Dunn.

2 pm Nonfiction: Exploring a Singular Pursuit (Conversation 2123) with Tom Bissell, Dana Goodyear, Edward Humes, Greg Sestero, and moderator Elizabeth Taylor.

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Taper Hall (THH 201)

10:30 am It Takes Two: Co-Writing Fiction (Conversation 2131) with Meg Howrey, Jennifer Kaufman, Christina Lynch, Karen Mack, and moderator Mary Otis.

12 pm Fiction: California Visions (Conversation 2132) with Steve Erickson, David Grand, Edan Lepucki, and moderator Carolyn Kellogg.

1:30 pm Hiding in Plain Sight: Novels of Place (Conversation 2133) with Bernardine Evaristo, Allan Gurganus, Cathie Pelletier, and moderator Margaret Wappler.

3 pm Dark Fantasy: Things That Go Bump in the Night (Conversation 2134) with C. Robert Cargill, Nancy Holder, Lisa Morton, and moderator Leslie S. Klinger.

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Ronald Tutor Campus Center

10:30 am Current Events: Cracks in the System (Conversation 2061) with Lisa Bloom, Barry Siegel, Tom Zoellner, and moderator James Rainey.

12 pm  Barbara Ehrenreich, Author of LIVING WITH A WILD GOD in Conversation with David L. Ulin (Conversation 2062) with Barbara Ehrenreich, and interviewer David L. Ulin.

1:30 pm Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz in Conversation with Cathleen Decker (Conversation 2063) with Debbie Wasserman Schultz, and interviewer Cathleen Decker.

3 pm TC Boyle, Author of STORIES II, with an Introduction from Thomas Curwen (Conversation 2064) with T.C. Boyle and “introducer” Thomas Curwen.

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Hancock Foundation

11 am A. Scott Berg, Author of WILSON, in Conversation with Richard Reeves (Conversation 2011) with A. Scott Berg, and interviewer Richard Reeves.

12:30 pm Biography: Hollywood Legends (Conversation 2012) with Scott Eyman, Karina Longworth, Richard Schickel, and moderator Elizabeth Taylor.

2 pm Science & Humanity: Past & Present (Conversation 2013) with Sean B. Carroll, Thomas Goetz, Jennifer Ouellette, and moderator K.C. Cole.

3:30 pm Hollywood: Past & Present (Conversation 2014) with Mark Harris, Steven J. Ross, Anne Thompson, and moderator Richard Rayner.

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Hoffman Hall, Presented by USC

10:30 am Living with Mental Illness: Support and Survival (Conversation 2021) with Shannon Mayeda, David Baron, Elyn Saks, and moderator Tory Cox.

12 pm Are We What We Eat?: The Culture of Food (Conversation 2022) with Gustavo Arellano, Jonathan Gold, Dana Goodyear, and moderator Michael Quick.

1:30 pm L.A. Lives: Making, Mapping, and Imagining Southern California (Conversation 2023) with Ken LaZebnik, George Sanchez, David Sloane, and moderator Alison Trope.

3 pm Sitcoms, Dramas and Blockbusters: Creating for the Screen (Conversation 2024) with Gene Del Vecchio, Pamela Douglas, David Isaacs, Michael E. Napoliello, and moderator Georgia Jeffries.

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More info on the entire festival, and all scheduled events and stage times, at:

http://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks/


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All Week, in Hollywood:
Annual “TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES FILM FESTIVAL” in Hollywood, brings plenty of stars of yesteryear, TCM program hosts, screenings, panels, and more. All we’re doing is listing this fine event. If you’re interested, you’re on your own.


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Fri, Apr 11; Apr 9-13,
MUSIC CAMP,
in San Diego Co (Julian):
Annual “JULIAN FAMILY FIDDLE CAMP” includes Fiddle ~ Mandolin ~ Guitar ~ Banjo ~ Bass ~ Appalachian Dance, at Camp Cedar Glen, 743 Farmer Rd, Julian 92036.
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Instructors include SCOTT LAW, SHARON GILCHRIST, CHRIS COOLE, KATIE GLASSMAN, and REBECCA STOUT.
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Info, 760-522-8458; www.familyfiddlecamp.com
 
 
 
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Annual “WANEE MUSIC FESTIVAL” Is underway in Live Oak, FL, with HOT TUNA playing electric. 
 
 
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♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
 
 
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. Free street parking.

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 Apr 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 by 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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Fri-Sun, Apr 11-13, FILM PREMIERE, in L.A.; then, film runs through April 24:
“GO WITH LE FLO,” the new feature film by the BRIGHT BLUE GORILLA band members MICHAEL GLOVER and ROBYN ROSENKRANTZ who won the Mumbai Film Festival with a previous film, opens at the Downtown Independent Cinema, 251 S Main St, Los Angeles 90012.
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There are THREE premiere screening events, Fri & Sat, Apr 11 & 12, at 8 pm, and Sun, Apr 13, at 5 pm. All are special premiere nights with red carpet, Bright Blue Gorilla concert, screening, and Q&A and reception following the film. Five of the film’s actors from Berlin are attending these L.A. premieres. The film will then run at the Downtown Independent through April 24.
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See the complete feature story in the Guide’s Apr 11 edition’s “events” listings.
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Doors open 1 hour before show time.
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Advance tix, $10 ($11.34 w/service fee) at:
www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/537914
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For the shut-ins or those not in L.A., the film is accessible on your computer:
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Watch “Go with Le Flo” (the full movie) in the USA at: www.eurocinema.com
If you're outside of the USA, you can watch “Go with Le Flo” on Vimeo On Demand - available ONLY from April 11 thru 24.

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ONGOING, Apr 11-May 4, in L.A.:
8 pm  “ALMOST WHITE” a new solo series by Rick Najera, alternating with “SCARRED FOR LIFE” by David Valdez, are comedic stage play productions at Casa 0101 Theatre, 2102 E 1st St, Los Angeles 90033.
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There is a full feature write-up in the Apr 11 edition’s “events” listing.
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On opening night, both plays are presented; after that, the two shows alternate. Limited engagement runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, through May 4.
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Najera, one of Hollywood’s most prolific playwright-performers, sets the stage for his new play based on his latest memoir, “Almost White: Forced Confessions of a Latino in Hollywood.” Runs April 11, 12, 13, 25, 26 and 27.
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Alternating with it is:
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“Scarred for Life: Tale of A Mexican-American Trying to Get Out of East L.A.,” by David Valdez, runs April 11, 18, 19, 20 and May 2, 3 and 4.
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Tix, $15-$30, at www.casa0101.org. More info at www.ricknajera.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AlmostWhite.

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ONGOING through Apr 19, at UCLA:
8 pm  “THE SUIT,” from theater Icon Peter Brook, presented by the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series for eight performances at UCLA’s Freud Playhouse, in MacGowan Hall, 245 Charles E. Young Dr East, on the UCLA campus in Westwood (L.A.) 90095.
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“The Suit” is a simmering tale of betrayal and resentment set in the politically charged sphere of apartheid-era South Africa, performed by Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord, with direction, adaptation and musical direction by Peter Brook, Marie-Hélène Estienne and Franck Krawczyk. The story centers on Philomen, a middle-class lawyer and his wife, Matilda. The suit of the title belongs to Matilda’s lover and is left behind when Philomen catches the illicit couple together. As punishment, Philomen makes Matilda treat the suit as an honored guest as a constant reminder of her adultery. The setting of Sophiatown, a teeming township that was erased shortly after Can Themba wrote his novel, is as much a character in the play as the unfortunate couple, and this production lends it life and energy with a minimal cast.
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Themba was a South African writer during apartheid. His short novel, “The Suit” was supposed to change the writer’s life, but the cruel restrictions in his native country led him to exile, his works banned in his home country. He died an alcoholic before his most famous work was adapted for the stage by Mothobi Mutloatse and Barney Simon at Johannesburg’s Market Theatre in the newly liberated South Africa of the 1990s.
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Renowned director Peter Brook previously adapted that stage version and took it on tour in a French-language production. He returned to the source language of English working with his longtime collaborator Marie-Hélène Estienne and composer Franck Krawczyk. They have adapted the play and have set it to music from sources as diverse as Franz Schubert and Miriam Makeba.
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The UCLA Center for the Art of Performance at UCLA (CAP UCLA) is dedicated to the advancement of contemporary performing arts in all disciplines —dance, music, spoken word and theater, as well the emerging digital, collaborative and cross-art platforms inspired by today's leading artists and creators. CAP supports the creation, presentation and critical dialogues vital to the ongoing innovation and expressive potential of artists whose work, whether vibrantly emerging or internationally acclaimed, forms the dynamic and evolving heritage of contemporary performance. Based in UCLA's iconic Royce Hall, CAP UCLA is the university's public center for the presentation of the performing arts and contributes to the cultural life of the campus and greater Los Angeles, promoting civic dialogue and creative inquiry. Through an annual season of performing arts programs and extensive community-engagement events — including artist fellows and residency programs, K–12 arts education (Design for Sharing), student mentorship (Student Committee for the Arts), and art-making and experiential activities (Art in Action) — CAP UCLA advances the importance of art in society by celebrating and deepening the connection between artist and audience.
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The show runs as follows: Wed, Apr 9 through Fri, Apr 11, at 8 pm; Sat, Apr 12, at 2 & 8 pm; Sun, Apr 13, at 2 pm; Thu, Apr 17 through Sat, Apr 19, at 8 pm. The only alternative to the hefty cost of campus parking is the MTA or Culver or Big Blue Bus.
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Tix, $30-$65, available online at www.cap.ucla.edu, or from the UCLA Central Ticket Office, at 310-825-2101, or with the usual hefty processing fee at Ticketmaster. Student rush tickets, subject to availability, are offered at $15 one hour before show time to all students with valid ID.

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ONGOING at the Getty Villa, through Aug 25, in Malibu:
“Heaven and Earth: Art of Byzantium from Greek Collections” at the Getty Villa, 17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu; 310-440-7300; parking, $15.
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Marked by glittering mosaics, luminous icons, and opulent churches, the Byzantine Empire (A.D. 330–1453) flourished for more than one thousand years. Over 170 national treasures from Greece illustrate the development of a mighty empire, from its pagan origins to a deeply spiritual Christian society. This exhibition is presented in conjunction with “Heaven and Earth: Byzantine Illumination at the Cultural Crossroads” at the Getty Center.
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The exhibition was organized by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports, Athens, with the collaboration of the Benaki Museum, Athens, in association with the J. Paul Getty Museum and the National Gallery of Art, Washington. The exhibition is supported by an indemnity from the Federal Council on the Arts and the Humanities.

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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 $15.

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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 $15.

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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 $15.
 
 
 
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Friday-only events,
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Fri, Apr 11, 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, at 5 pm, 8 pm, & 9:30 pm; see listings.
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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 11, in Burbank:
5-8 pm  CODY& THE CODYDEPENDENTS play 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 music here tonight at 8 & 9:30 pm. See listing.
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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 11, at UCLA:
6 pm  “FANDANGUITO!” with CAMBALACHE, LOS CENZOTLES, and UCLA and community musicians, is FREE in the Royce Quad on the UCLA Campus in Westwood (L.A.) 90095; info, 310-825-2101 or 310-825-4401. There’s a concert with two modern folk bands in Royce Hall at 8 pm; see listing.

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Fri, Apr 11, in Monrovia:
6-10 pm  Weekly “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” is a year-’round street fair with live music in venues and on street corners, plenty of it acoustic, in picturesque old downtown Monrovia.
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It includes the trad-roots-dulcimer-friendly “KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT & JAM” at 7 pm at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; info, 626-357-1091.
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For those too far away to take part, Kattywompus presents  “Year 'Round Live Folk Music Webcast Concert;” info at www.SoKattywompus.com

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Fri, Apr 11, in Redondo Beach:
6:30-9:30 pm  ANDY & RENEE play On The Rocks, 239 N Harbor Dr, Redondo Beach 90277; 310-379-7438.

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Fri, Apr 11, in Big Bear:
Time tba  MARINA V plays the Wine Room at Wolf Creek Resort in Big Bear.
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More at www.marinav.com

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Fri, Apr 11, 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. (The editor likes the food here.)

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Fri, Apr 11,
CLOSING RECEPTION,
in L.A.:
7-10 pm  “GILTY KISS,” closing night party for the GUSTAV KLIMT TRIBUTE EXHIBIT with artist reception, at 423 West Gallery, 423 West Venice Bl, downtown Los Angeles 90015; 805-696-5687; email: Ag423west@gmail.com; event page, www.facebook.com/423WestGallery

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Fri-Sun, Apr 11-13, in OC (Costa Mesa):
7:30 pm JIMMY WEBB and MAUREEN McGOVERN play the Samueli Theater at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 615 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org.
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Maureen McGovern will perform in three cabaret concerts with songwriter Jimmy Web.

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Fri, Apr 11, in L.A.:
Time tba  MEREDITH MONK, plus vocalist KATIE GEISSINGER, in concert at the L.A. County Museum of Art (LACMA), 5905 Wilshire Bl, L.A. 90036; 323-857-6014.
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In celebration of the museum’s exhibition, “Helen Pashgian: Light Invisible,” Meredith Monk, named the 2012 “Composer of the Year” by Musical America, presents a special duo concert. Joined by vocalist KATIE GEISSINGER, the program covers over 40 years of music from Monk's award-winning career and her groundbreaking exploration of the voice as an instrument.
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Info, 323-857-6115; www.musiccenter.org; www.lacma.org/programs/MusicPrograms.aspx

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Fri, Apr 11, in L.A.:
7:30 pm  “SECRET SONGS” FREE concert series brings acoustic performances in front of a backdrop of sculptural masterpieces at the Mor York Gallery, 4959 York Bl, in the Highland Park / Mt. Washington area of Los Angeles 90042; 323-663-3426.
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The show is FREE, all ages. “Secret Songs” returns with its third season with tonight’s show. It’s a free monthly concert series (monthly, in season, on the 4th Fridays) featuring an eclectic mix of acoustic performances in front of a backdrop of sculptural masterpieces.
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Doors open at 7 pm. The first band is on at 7:30 pm, 2nd band at 8:15 pm, and 3rd band at 9 pm, and they “usually pretty prompt about times.”
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They have the vendor “Plant Food for People,” who is “serving up vegan jackfruit tacos in the back alley,” and they encourage you to “Come hungry and don't forget to bring a little cash for food, donations, and band merchandise.”
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More on the series at:  www.facebook.com/SecretSongs

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Fri, Apr 11, in OC (Capistrano):
8 pm  BRUCE COCKBURN plays the Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano 92675; 949-496-8927.

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Fri, Apr 11, in Santa Monica:
8 pm  PETER WALKER and BOB FRANK play a double-bill at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405;  HYPERLINK http://www.mccabes.com www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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McCabe’s joins Vanguard and Light In The Attic records to present an extremely cool double bill with Peter Walker and Bob Frank.
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PETER WALKER is an American folk guitarist noted for dynamic instrumental pieces inspired by the Indian Raga and Spanish flamenco traditions blended with traditional American folk and occasional rock influences. His debut LP, “Rainy Day Raga,” was released by Vanguard Records in 1966, followed by the release of “Second Poem” in 1968. Along with Sandy Bull, John Fahey, and Robbie Basho, Walker is considered one of the premier guitarists of his generation. On “Second Poem,” Walker plays guitar and sitar and is accompanied by flutist Jim Pepper (of The Free Spirits) along with violin, tabla, & tamboura. Walker is the missing link between Ravi Shankar and Timothy Leary in more ways than one.
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More on PETER WALKER at: http://lightintheattic.net/artists/597-peter-walker/bio
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BOB FRANK, born and raised in East Memphis, came into the musical marketplace in the late spring of 1972, a folksy curio in an era of singer-songwriter self-absorption. Frank got his start as a contract writer for a Nashville publishing house, with a mandate to churn out commercial ditties for the country marketplace. What didn't make it to his publisher instead formed the eventual basis of his 1972 debut release for Vanguard. Frank's music took elements of Dylan, Johnny Cash, and Ian Tyson and filtered it through a pot-smoked haze infused with Frank's long-time friend, Memphis guru Jim Dickinson. Frank spent many a stoned evening staggering alone through the mid-south urban gothic landscape of church steps and sleaze bars, with his guitar glued to his arm, if not an actual extension of it. Songs would emerge from dreams or drunken visions. But this was not artless acid folk, but a series of picaresque, well-sketched vignettes delivered in a clearly-enunciated vernacular, and all very much in Frank's own style.
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More on BOB FRANK at: http://lightintheattic.net/artists/619-bob-frank
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Tix, $17.50.

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Fri, Apr 11, at UCLA:
8 pm  DAVID WAX MUSEUM plus LA SANTA CECILIA bring modern folk music to the Center for the Art of Performance (CAP) series in Royce Hall, on the UCLA Campus in Westwood 90095; tix at 310-825-2101 or 310-825-4401.
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Two vibrantly emerging groups in modern folk music will light up Royce Hall in a very special evening of colorful, passionate songs and stories. Hometown heroes LA SANTA CECILIA exemplify the modern-day creative hybrid. The group draws inspiration from all over the world, deftly harnessing pan-American rhythms like cumbia, bossa nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz, rock and klezmer music. The group just won the 2013 Grammy for Best Latin Rock, Urban or Alternative Album.
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DAVID WAX MUSEUM is a folk band from Boston that has won over audiences nationwide with a brilliant fusion of Mexican Son with at least half a dozen forms of Americana. At the core are David Wax—a longtime scholar of Mexican music tradition on the jarana, the eight-stringed diminutive guitar of Veracruz—and Suz Slezak on fiddle and quijada (a traditional percussion instrument made from a donkey jawbone). Along with a rhythm section, the band sings songs about life, love and hope—all filtered through the varied musical traditions they have studied.
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A pre-show “FANDANGUITO” is free outside Royce Hall at 6 pm, before the show with a lively mix of music, dancing and fun. Renowned Mexican roots bands Los Centzontles and Cambalache will perform outside on the Royce Quad to get the festivities going.
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Performance videos of both groups at:
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http://cap.ucla.edu/calendar/event_detail.asp?id=394
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Tix, $20-$45 ($15 for UCLA students), at same link, just above.

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Fri, Apr 11, in Altadena:
8 pm  THE JANGLE BROTHERS, former BYRDS JOHN YORK and BILLY DARNELL, with CHAD WATSON completing the trio, play the at the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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A member of the legendary folk-rock band, The Byrds, John York played with The Mamas and the Papas, Dr. John, Johnny Rivers, Rick Danko, Richard Manuel, The Sir Douglas Quintet, Rolling Stones keyboardist Nicky Hopkins, and Blues legend Lightin' Hopkins. Joining him on stage is Billy Darnell, who played guitar for the Gene Clark Byrds, The Everly Brothers, Dr. John and Doug Kershaw, and Roger McGuinn, andChad Watson, legendary bass player for Janis Ian, Delaney Bramlett, Charlie Rich, Freddy Fender and countless other artists. The show is filled with familiar Byrds tunes for sing-along, fine original songs and great interpretations of songs from the era, and some fine new originals.
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Tix, $20. Reservations, 626-798-6236, 10 am-10 pm, seven days. There’s more on the venue’s website, at www.coffeegallery.com

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Fri, Apr 11, in Arcadia:
8 pm-1 am  BB CHUNG KING & THE BUDDAHEADS, plus the excellent house band, the BOBBY BLUEHOUSE BAND, play the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr, Arcadia 91006; www.arcadiabluesclub.com; 626-447-9349.
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Good food with generous portions 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 11, in VC (Newbury Park):
8 pm  The “FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES” presents “A REUNION: JIM ST. OURS, with TOM & DAWN KUZNKOWSKI,” plus THE MURPHY FAMILY with BILL KNOPF on banjo, at the Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Rd (at Borchard), Newbury Park.
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The series is bringing back the couple that hosted the Fireside Series for 13 years, Tom and Dawn Kuznkowski, and reuniting them with Jim St.Ours, who has entertained at Fireside for over 30 years. Plus, they’re presenting a group who’s new to the series (but not to bluegrass fans), The Murphy Family with Bill Knopf on banjo.
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TOM AND DAWN KUZNKOWSKI offer-up a heartfelt blend of acoustic Americana music and have been writing songs and performing together for over 30 years, with a wealth of talent between them. Dawn is known for her rich alto voice and for singing with the group "Girls Night Out." Tom is an accomplished instrumentalist, who plays and teaches the banjo, bass, mandolin, and guitar, and is also well known in the schools by many small and adoring fans as "Mr. Tom the Music Man". Together, Tom and Dawn's harmonies weave magic through stories put to music, with an eclectic blend of great songs, The Star Free Press says, "they are worth searching out to hear."
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JIM ST.OURS is a well-known singer-songwriter on the Southern California music scene. He has entertained professionally in venues throughout the western states as well as Nashville, TN, and has performed locally at the Claremont Folk Festival, Riverside University Barn Concert series, Ventura County Fairs, and the Fireside Concert and Noble House Concert series. Jim has been an in-person guest on KPFK-FM's “Folk Scene” radio show, and his CD's have been featured on the John Davis’ “Heartfelt Music” shows. Jim will be accompanied by some of his talented musician friends.
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THE MURPHY FAMILY with BILL KNOPF: Based in Culver City, the Murphy Family band began performing in mid-2003, first at their neighborhood block party, where they dazzled their friends and neighbors with their renditions of “Boil Them Cabbage Down” and “Cripple Creek.” Encouraged by that response, they expanded their repertoire to include various classic bluegrass instrumentals and vocals, ranging from material from Bill Monroe, to the Stanley Brothers and Flatt and Scruggs. Of course, being the creative sort, they also have penned their own compositions and added them to their performances at parties, local school functions, and coffeehouses. Murphy band consists of: Sara Murphy on fiddle, Jim Murphy on guitar, Paula Lane on dobro, Doug Davis, bass and Bill Knopf on the 5 string banjo. More at www.murphyfamilyband.com
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The next FIRESIDE is Fri, Jun 13, showcasing the talents of boogie woogie king, ROB RIO, the ’20s, ’30s and ’40s music of MIKAL SANDOVAL, and DUTCH NEWMAN & THE MUSICAL MELODIANS, plus the return of the harmonious HARMONISTAS.
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More at www.crpd.org/parkfac/borchard/fireside_concerts.asp
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The series is hosted by Bob Kroll, sponsored by the Conejo Recreation & Park District.
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$10 at the door, adults only, no children admitted.

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Fri, Apr 11, in San Diego:
8 pm  THE TURNPIKE TROUBADOURS plus CLARKE EDWARD ANDROS play the House of Blues, 1055 5th Av, San Diego 92101; www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/sandiego; 619-299-BLUE.
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More at http://clarkeedwardandros.blogspot.com

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Fri, Apr 11, in Santa Monica:
8 pm  TINA MALIA, accompanied by HANS CHRISTIAN on cello, plays the Church in Ocean Park, 235 Hill St, Santa Monica 90405; 310-399-1631.

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Fri, Apr 11,
FILM PREMIERE,
in L.A:
8 pm  “GO WITH LE FLO,” the new feature film by the BRIGHT BLUE GORILLA band members MICHAEL GLOVER and ROBYN ROSENKRANTZ who won the Mumbai Film Festival with a previous film, opens at the Downtown Independent Cinema, 251 S Main St, Los Angeles 90012.
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There are THREE premiere screening events, Fri & Sat, Apr 11 & 12, at 8 pm, and Sun, Apr 13, at 5 pm. All are special premiere nights with red carpet, Bright Blue Gorilla concert, screening, and Q&A and reception following the film. Five of the film’s actors from Berlin are attending these L.A. premieres. The film will then run at the Downtown Independent through April 24.
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The film asks, “How do you find true love?” It’s lead character, Florian, is half-German, half-French and owns "Le Flo" - a French delicatessen in Berlin that specializes in salami. When he meets Camille, the daughter of a French director, it's love at first sight. Florian is going to ask her to marry him, but doesn't know she's already engaged to a movie star. Florian's best friend, Jenny, is German and owns a bakery just down the street. She's in love with him but doesn't know how to tell him. “Go With Le Flo” explores what true love is, with plenty of twists and turns (some on a Vespa), and lots of salami. The film is in German and French with English subtitles.
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In 1990 Robyn Rosenkrantz and Michael Glover quit their L.A. jobs, sold everything they had (except their guitars), and bought one-way tickets to Europe. They've been traveling ever since, charming audiences around the world with their music and movies - and giving back by teaching "how to" workshops at festivals and film & music schools. They've made 5 feature films which they booked at art house cinemas in Europe, touring with the films, doing concerts to support the release. BBG career highlights: They acted with Matthew Broderick and Alec Baldwin in "The Last Shot," and BBG songs have been in many films and TV shows, and they've released 11 CDs (two with Virgin Records). There’s plenty more at www.brightbluegorilla.com
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Doors open 1 hour before show time.
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Advance tix, $10 ($11.34 w/service fee) at:
www.brownpapertickets.com/producerevent/537914
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For the shut-ins or those not in L.A., the film is accessible on your computer:
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Watch “Go with Le Flo” (the full movie) in the USA at: www.eurocinema.com
If you're outside of the USA, you can watch “Go with Le Flo” on Vimeo On Demand - available ONLY from April 11 thru 24.

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Fri, Apr 11,
FILM SCREENING,
in San Pedro:
8 pm  “MUSCLE SHOALS” (2013) screens as the final offering in this year’s “Reel Rockumentary Series” at the Warner Grand Theatre, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-4813; HYPERLINK "http://www.grandvision.org/"www.grandvision.org.
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“Muscle Shoals” is a true story about Alabama’s FAME Recording Studios during the 1960s. Directed by Greg ‘Freddy’ Camalier, FAME Recording Studios became the surprise hit-maker for some of America's most defining music. Overcoming crushing poverty and staggering tragedies, FAME Studios founder Rick Hall brought black and white together in Alabama's cauldron of racial hostility to create music for the generations. Greg Allman, Bono, Clarence Carter, Mick Jagger, Etta James, Alicia Keys, Keith Richards, Percy Sledge and others bear witness to Muscle Shoals' magnetism, mystery and why it remains influential today.
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The Warner Grand Theatre, built in 1931, is a lavish 1,500-seat art deco movie palace. A home for contemporary entertainment for over 80 years, the theatre has seen its share of classic rock and roll moments including concerts by The Ramones, Ambrosia, War, the Zombies, a photo shoot by Madonna and a recent Band of Horses concert. The Warner Grand Theatre is a facility of the City of LA Department of Cultural Affairs.
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Co-sponsored by the San Pedro Film Society and the San Pedro International Film Festival (www.spiffest.org), with Art in Motion, Inc, a nonprofit organization that inspires and empowers our community to watch and enjoy film and other creative media. We show great films from recent festival circuits and premiers with a focus on classic and independent films. The San Pedro Film Society also supports local filmmakers and teaches kids and adults about filmmaking. For more information about the San Pedro Film Society, send an email to info@SPIFFest.org.
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Tix, $12.

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Fri, Apr 11, in San Pedro:
8 pm  GABRIEL JOHNSON plays Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. 8th St, San Pedro 90732; 310-833-3281.
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After completing his education in Boston, Gabriel decided to return to his California roots, only this time to Los Angeles where he has lived for the past 8 years. Since arriving in LA, Gabriel has been very active in the studio scene and has played or recorded with a wide variety of musicians and bands. They include Blood Sweat and Tears, Gladys Knight, David Foster, Jill Scott, Diddy, Skylar Grey, Faith Evans, Gerald Albright, Dave Koz, Johnny Mathis, Kyle Eastwood, Vince Gill, Andrea Bocelli,Chris Botti, Mindi Abair, Paula Cole, Lyle Lovett, Keb Mo, M83, B.o.B, Huun Huur Tu and Burt Bacharach.
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We’re told, “If you have ever had an inkling to hear some fine Trumpet playing come see Gabriel Johnson.”
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$20 admission. Doors at 7:30 pm.

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Fri, Apr 11, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm  An UNSPECIFIED AMERICANA / ALT COUNTRY / TRAD COUNTRY / or HONKY TONK BAND plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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No cover. This is L.A.’s last real honky tonk. Full bar, lots of fun. Go early for the free dance lessons.

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Fri, Apr 11, in Glendale:
8-11 pm  Piano man MARC BOSSERMAN plays the Left Coast Wine Bar and Art Gallery, 117 E Harvard, Glendale 91205; 818-507-7011; www.leftcoastwinebar.com
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Marc says, “This is just a great space with a Yamaha Upright piano and a nice PA, and if you sing, it's the best place to come and hang and sing with me. Also very up in the air and open as to what I play. Casual – comfortable and cool. Cute menu.”
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More at: www.marcbosserman.com/gigs

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Fri, Apr 11, in L.A.:
8 pm  “MUSIC ON FRIDAY NIGHTS” acoustic series continues at MUSE on 8th, 759 S La Brea Av (at 8th St, just S of Wilshire, Mid-City Los Angeles; www.MUSEon8th.com
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Fri, Apr 11, in Burbank:
8 pm  ERIC VASQUEZ & RPM play 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 music here on one or the other stages at 5 & 9:30 pm.
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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 11; Thu-Sat, Apr 10-12, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm  PACIFIC SYMPHONY performs Sibelius and Dvorak for three nights in Segerstrom Hall at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787; www.ocpac.org
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The incomparable Sarah Chang plays Sibelius. She is one of classical music's most captivating and gifted performers, interpreting one of the best-known violin pieces in the repertoire. Then, Dvorak's Symphony No. 8, a delightful work with expressive sound - fresh, crisp, even cheery.
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Tix at 714-755-5799 or www.PacificSymphony.org

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Fri, Apr 11, in Echo Park:
8 pm  “MUSIC ON THE PATIO” acoustic series continues at Stories, 1716 W Sunset Bl, Echo Park (Los Angeles); 213-413-3733.

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Fri, Apr 11; Thu-Sat, Apr 10-12,
STAGE PLAY,
in San Pedro:
8 pm  “PICNIC,” the brilliant play by WILLIAM INGE, runs three nights at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro 90731; www.grandvision.org; 310-833-4813.
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Marymount Univ. drama students, led by Director John Lane, present Inge's Pulizer Prize-winning play.
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Tix are $10 general, $5 for students & seniors.

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OPENING NIGHT;
STAGE PLAY,
runs Apr 11-May 4, in L.A.:
8 pm  “ALMOST WHITE” is a new solo series by Rick Najera, plus “SCARRED FOR LIFE” by David Valdez, play in the same evening for tonight’s opening at Casa 0101 Theatre, 2102 E 1st St, Los Angeles 90033.
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After tonight, the two shows alternate. Limited engagement runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm, Sundays at 5 pm, through May 4.
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“Almost White,” by Rick Najera and “Scarred for Life” by David Valdez are comedic stage play productions. Najera, one of Hollywood’s most prolific playwright-performers, sets the stage for his new play based on his latest memoir, “Almost White: Forced Confessions of a Latino in Hollywood.” The play chronicles the real life experiences of his journey though Hollywood, from his days on “In Living Color” and “MAD TV” to Broadway with “Latinologues,” from CBS to the ICU and back. From red carpets to code blue, his story doesn’t end here. Comedic and poignant, Forbes called his memoir, “Accessible, real and empowering.” (80 minutes). Show dates: April 11, 12, 13, 25, 26 and 27.
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“Scarred for Life: Tale of A Mexican-American Trying to Get Out of East L.A.,” by David Valdez, who returns to CASA 0101 Theater to perform his one-man show. Following a successful run at the NYFringe, the show earned a four-star rating in” Time Out New York” and said "Valdez owns the stage with modesty, charisma, and a big heart." SFL is an animated collection of misadventures growing up in an immigrant family and heading off to college at Yale University. The story of “Scarred for Life” is based on true events and chronicles the comedic tales of a boy who grew up bilingual, bi-cultural…and by the freeways. (80 minutes). Show dates: April 11, 18, 19, 20 and May 2, 3 and 4. SFL Written and Performed by: David Valdez Directed by: Eric Hunicutt Produced by: Emmanuel Deleage and David Valdez
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CASA 0101 Theatre is a leading arts venue for Los Angeles’ East Side, presents theatrical productions, film festivals, and other special events year round.
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Tix, $15-$30, at www.casa0101.org. More info at www.ricknajera.com or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/AlmostWhite.

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Fri, Apr 11, in Silverlake (L.A.):
9 pm  CHARLIE PARR, plus the MOONSVILLE COLLECTIVE, and TOM VANDENAVOND, play the Satellite, 1717 Silverlake Bl, Silverlake (L.A.) 90026; www.thesatellitela.com; 323-661-4380.

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Fri, Apr 11, in L.A.:
9 pm  THE NORTH plays their CD Release Concert for their new “Slow Down (This Isn't the Mainland),” at the Blue Whale, 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St,  #301 (3rd Floor), Los Angeles 90012; http://bluewhalemusic.com
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THE NORTH is the band of Ukulele virtuoso Abe Lagrimas, Jr., but the band where he plays drums & vibraphone & uke; Romain Collin on piano; and Shawn Conley on bass. The album, "Slow Down (This Isn't the Mainland)," makes its official release on Tuesday, April 15.
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More at www.abelagrimasjr.com

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Fri, Apr 11, in San Diego:
9 pm-1 am  HUMBLE HOOLIGANS, a big hit at the recent Irish Fest, play Hennessey's in San Diego.
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More at: http://humblehooligans.com

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Fri, Apr 11, 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 11, in SFV (Van Nuys):
9:30 pm  KEN O’MALLEY & THE TWILIGHT LORDS play Ireland's 32, 13721 Burbank Bl, Van Nuys 91401; www.irelands32.com

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Fri, Apr 11, in Burbank:
9:30 pm  STEVE WADDINGTON plays 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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Several earlier acts are here today & tonight. See listings for 1, 5, and 8 pm.
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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 11, 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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Fri, Apr 11, in L.A.:
10 pm  JOE ELY, plus MISS ELLE, and DAVID RAMIREZ, play a late show at the Mint, 6010 W Pico Bl, Los Angeles 90035; 323-954-9630.
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JOE ELY is a Texas songwriting legend. More at www.ely.com
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Tix, and more on MISS ELLE and DAVID RAMIREZ at: http://themintla.com/show.cfm?id=138200&cart
 
 
 
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