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♪ FESTIVALS! Whoa, Nellie! There are TWO exceptionally "fine-fun" / "fun/fine" ones this weekend in the L.A. area, and tons ‘n tons o’ concerts n’ MORE. And that’s what this is all about, don’cha know.
A separate NEWS EDITION is under construction. THIS edition is all the events.
Herein is ’purt near the Friday n' Festival whole shebang: the listening and participatory music-making scenes, the best arts events, and that nebulous and necessary word, “more.” Herein is the “now” of Friday, with some of Saturday and Sunday (MORE coming), and the best of things farther ahead in the Guide’s big ol’ TICKET ALERTS section.
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Guide to this edition…
1) FESTIVALS this Weekend...
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TWO FESTIVALS this weekend, both local, both BIG DEALS for their FOLK-AMERICANA MUSIC offerings. All the details are right here for you.
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♪ 4th Annual "BIGHORN MUSIC FESTIVAL" with 25 bands on 3 stages, up on Mt. Baldy, Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23.
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♪ Annual “LONG BEACH BBQ FESTIVAL” at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, Long Beach, Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23.
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Full details on BOTH festivals follow!
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Plus, Out-of-Town Festivals.
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2) WORKSHOPS THIS WEEKEND
♪ “Whiskey River Jitterbug Workshop”
♪ “Zydeco Accordion Workshop”
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3) FRIDAY’s CONCERTS / Music & Arts Scene
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4) SATURDAY’s CONCERTS / Music & Arts Scene
(an EARLY look, with more coming later on Friday)
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5) SUNDAY’s CONCERTS / Music & Arts Scene
(an EARLY look, with more coming later on Friday)
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6) TICKET ALERTS…
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Separate categories for
a) ONGOING EVENTS, including stage musicals & plays in production are in this subsection.
b) FESTIVALS AHEAD (after this coming weekend) are listed in their own subsection.
and then, our ever-growing catalog of...
c) UPCOMING CONCERTS and arts events, single-event screenings, etc., are in an ’uge and ever-growing subsection.
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1) FESTIVALS this coming Weekend...
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♪ Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23,
FESTIVAL,
on Mt. Baldy:
4th Annual "BIGHORN MUSIC FESTIVAL" with 25 bands on 3 stages is the best local festival in terms of both a wild alpine experience and superbly talented young Folk-Americana / Nu-Folk bands and artists. It’s high atop the San Gabriel Mountains in Baldy Notch, at the top of the Mt. Baldy Ski Lifts. (Address for parking at the bottom of the lifts is 8401 Mt Baldy Rd, Mt Baldy 91759). Phone is 909-982-0800.
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Fans of trad and alt country, bluegrass, blues, Americana, and nearly every other form of American roots music will love this mountain-top musical event. You start with a 20-minute scenic ride up the canyon on a chair lift; it’s not every festival where the fun begins en-route.
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Once up there, this is a music festival with all the amenities you expect, and it’s at an elevation of nearly 8,000 ft. above sea level, high atop the ridge that leads up to 10,064-ft. Mt. Baldy. The Guide has attended two of the first three annual editions of the “Big Horn Music Festival,” including the inaugural festival, and we rate it highly. Patrons of the 4th annual event will get music on three stages over the course of the weekend.
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There are 25 acts in the lineup, the majority of them young Nu-Folk / Folk-Americana acts, with some truly accomplished artists, as well. Artists include PRESTON SMITH, BECKY KESSLER, TAWNY ELLIS, NIGEL WALSH, OTHER WORDS, JESSE CROSS, LEVI DEAN & THE AMERICATS, BLIND HORSE CANYON, and THE BATTLEFIELD.
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Let’s take just a couple of the acts. THE BATTLEFIELD is an Americana band formed in 2013 by singer-songwriters Ducey of Sherman Oaks, Jenny Weaver of West Hollywood, and James Addison of Los Feliz. Their sound reaches across the spectrum of the genre the world has come to call Americana, including country and folk and bluegrass, and it also draws from rock and gospel.
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Then there’s PRESTON SMITH, an elite and well-traveled musician with some uniquely legendary gigs to his credit, including being THE musician chosen as performing bandleader to play BARBARA STREISAND’s wedding.
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Here’s the full lineup, at press time:
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Festival's daily start / end times...
Friday: 6 pm- 11 pm
Saturday: 11 am- 11 pm (first performance starts at 11 am, so allow time to ride the lift).
Sunday: 11 am- 7 pm (first performance starts at 11 am, so allow time to ride the lift).
Each evening, be sure to catch the ski lift down the mountain before it stops running.
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FRIDAY SCHEDULE...
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FRIDAY SCHEDULE...
√ The Notch Stage:
♪ 6 pm – Coming Soon
♪ 7 pm – Joonbug & Friends
♪ 8 pm – The Other Words
♪ 9 pm – The Freedom Ledges
♪ 10 pm – Nigel Walsh
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SATURDAY SCHEDULE...
√ Terrace Stage:
♪ 11 am – Preston Smith
♪ 1 pm – Arthur Autumn
♪ 3 pm – Jhey and The Whee
♪ 5 pm – Becky Kessler
√ Main Stage:
Noon – Sie Sie Benhoff
♪ 2 pm – The Other Words
♪ 4 pm – Bryan Titus & The Copper Coast
♪ 6 pm – Tawny Ellis
√ The Notch Stage:
♪ 7 pm – Devastating Karate
♪ 8 pm – Molly Hanmer
♪ 9 pm – The Battlefield
♪ 10 pm – Jesse Cross
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SUNDAY SCHEDULE...
√ Terrace Stage:
♪ 11 am - Abby Hankins
♪ Noon - Whispers In Reverse
♪ 1 pm - Meghan Andrews
♪ 2 pm - Dulaney & Co
♪ 3 pm - Blind Horse Canyon
♪ 4 pm - Steven Casper & Cowboy Angst
♪ 5 pm - Robbie Davis
♪ 6 pm - Levi Dean & The Americats
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Only about an hour from nearly anywhere in Southern California, this mountain festival is a treat and retreat for all who attend, a genuinely unique festival for Southern California, more like the famous events that lure festivarians to the high Rocky Mountains of Colorado. Festival goers get access to the live music, good food cooked in a real restaurant kitchen, and a wide variety of fun and informative booths and vendors located adjacent to the top of the ski lift.
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Festival goers are encouraged to stay for the entire weekend.
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Camping...
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Folks are free to pitch a tent and set up camp within eye and earshot of the live music and festivities; bands perform as late as 11 pm each evening. Tent cabin rentals are also available.
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Take everything together, and the “Big Horn Music Festival” is far more than just live music. It’s an nicely affordable weekend getaway, up out of the stifling heat, up into the fresh mountain ai, with breathtaking views, world class hiking, and fine adventure. Sponsors cleverly say, “Escape the sounds of the car horns and leaf blowers of the city for some of the finest homegrown American Roots music in one place anywhere in Southern California.” Indeed, they’ve delivered that each of the past three years.
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Food is available at the festival site at the Top of the Notch, a full restaurant and bar, and at additional food vendors on-hand for the festival.
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Single-day tix: reduced from $25 to $20.
Full weekend pass: reduced from $75 to $50.
Tent cabin available from $109.
Parking at the bottom of the ski lift is $5.
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Tix & info:
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www.bighornmusicfest.com
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♪ Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23,
FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
Annual “LONG BEACH BBQ FESTIVAL” at Rainbow Lagoon Events Park, 400-403 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach 90802; 562-495-5959.
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Don’t think it’s only about food – the kind that mesmerizes you with that sweet aroma of barbecue sauce. It’s very much about music and dancing, too. Here’s the list of music performances:
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Friday (runs 5-11 pm):
♪ GRAND JUNCTION
♪ A.J. GIBBS
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Saturday (runs Noon-11 pm):
♪ RUMBLE KING
♪ TEXAS HOUSE PARTY
♪ BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO
♪ BENNIE & THE SWAMP GATORS
♪ A.J. GIBBS
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Sunday (runs Noon-7 pm):
♪ THE BILL MAGEE BLUES BAND
♪ LAZY BRAD LEWIS
♪ GRAND JUNCTION
♪ A.J. GIBBS
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One ticket option includes ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BBQ at the Rib Village.
Available eats include pork ribs, beef ribs, tri-tip, pulled pork, chicken, sausages, and more.
Kids age 12 and under get in FREE (admission, not food).
Ticket packages are quite variable, so check the festival site.
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Advance tix and more info at:
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www.longbeachbbqfestival.com
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OUT-OF-TOWN FESTIVALS...
Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23,
FESTIVAL,
in NY state:
3rd Annual "SUMMER HOOT" at the Ashokan Center in Olivebridge, NY
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NOTABLE because this year the tickets are “Pay What You Want” (Suggested Donation $75 weekend or $30-40 per day). The Hoot supports The Ashokan Center's outdoor education programs by creating a Hoot Scholarship Fund. It helps more kids get out of their classrooms and out into the wonder of nature. Tickets, camping passes and on-site lodging are all available. Sponsors say, “Buy in advance to guarantee your admission and parking. We've never filled the lot but this could be the year.”
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Watch the video on the “Summer Hoot,” at:
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https://youtube.com/watch?v=tPX2JOL57aQ
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2) WORKSHOPS THIS WEEKEND
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Sun, Aug 23,
TWO VERY DIFFERENT WORKSHOPS,
in Long Beach:
First,
1:45-2:45 pm “WHISKEY RIVER JITTERBUG WORKSHOP” with special guest instructor Greg Benusa.
Then,
2:50 - 4 pm “ZYDECO ACCORDION WORKSHOP” with instructor Greg Benusa. Single row accordions only (there are a couple of loaners available).
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Reservations due by 10 pm Friday, Aug 21, by phone at 562-708-8946 or via email to: karinovations@verizon.net
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Organizer Karen Redding says, “We need 30 people for these events to happen. Those who RSVP will receive an email with a link so they can practice in advance. If we have not hit our number of RSVP's by 10 pm on Friday, August 21, the workshop will be cancelled.”
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About “THE WHISKEY RIVER JITTERBUG” Workshop, she says, “This is a super special event with special guest instructor Greg Benusa teaching this very fun Louisiana dance, which is not taught here in California. So take advantage of this opportunity, as it doesn't come along often. Greg will teach a Whiskey River session, followed by roughly an hour of intermediate Zydeco moves (mostly slides).”
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Whiskey River Jitterbug & Intermediate Zydeco Moves (focus on slides) Dance Workshop With Greg Benusa! Sunday, August 23, 2015
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Location of both Workshops is: Golden Sails Hotel, PCH Club, 6285 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach 90803. Doors open for registration at 1:30 pm.
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$20 for all or part of the DANCE workshop. Bribf sacks, water, towel, shoes that will slide easily (the floor is often very sticky from the night before), and “bring your friends and family.”!
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$20 for ACCORDION workshop OR $30 for accordion workshop and DVD of songs covered. Includes a tablature to take home with you. You’ll learn a couple of Zydeco or Cajun songs. Workshop includes slow breakdown of video clips to practice before the workshop. Bring your own accordion if you have one. A couple of loaners will be available if you don't. Several types of accordions will be available to test: Very cheap Iolite, Medium price Gabinelli King or $1000+ Bon Cajun, and possibly others.
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Fri, Aug 21, in Burbank:
1-3 pm GLEN ROBERTS 17-piece BIG BAND brings classic swing from some of the best in the business, to the Trailside Showroom at Cody’s Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506; 818-515-4444. Venue has full menu and full bar, and is known for its Mexican food.
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All ages. A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (affiliated owners).
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Fri, Aug 21,
PSEUDO-FESTIVAL,
in SGV (Monrovia):
6-10 pm Weekly “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL” is a street fair with music on the corners, on a stage, and in several venues (some that serve food, some with full bars). Of note to folkies is the weekly “KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT / JAM,” at 8 pm, right in the middle of things at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091.
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The 8 pm trad music gathering now has a LIVE WEBCAST. Watch, or get more info at: www.SoKattywompus.com
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Fri, Aug 21, in San Diego:
6:30 pm Monthly “WALT RICHARDS SLOW JAM” at the San Carlos Recreation Center, 6445 Lake Badin Av, San Diego.
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Fri, Aug 21, in L.A.:
Time tba Weekly “BARNSDALL PARK’S FRIDAY NIGHT WINE TASTING” in Barnsdall Art Park, L.A.
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All summer long, Barnsdall Art Park has a weekly fundraiser to benefit Barnsdall Art Park Foundation’s programs and projects. Perched on a hill with a gorgeous panoramic view of Hollywood, guests will enjoy fine wine and art in the gardens of Frank Lloyd Wright’s newly restored architectural gem, Hollyhock House. Silver Lake Wine offers fine selections of boutique, small production, artisanal wines for park-goers as well as local gourmet cheese from the shop, Say Cheese.
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Fri, Aug 21, in L.A.:
7-9 pm “SUMMER NIGHTS IN THE GARDEN” concludes its 2015 run tonight at the L.A. Natural History Museum. The promo says, “Come awaken your senses at the Natural History Museum’s summer outdoor happy hour complete with great music, garden-inspired cocktails, hands-on garden and science projects, botanical tours, food trucks, and more.”
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The evening’s happenings feature things like - Pickling with food writer Emily Han* - Nature Screen Printing with Self Help Graphics* - Build Bee Hotels* - Patio chats and smoke fly sampling with NHM Citizen Science experts - Enchanting Toy Theater Performances - Live animal presentations
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Complete program runs 5-9 pm, with live music from 7-9.
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FREE, but REQUIRES A TIMED-TICKET; available on a first-come basis. Make your required free reservation at:
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https://tickets.nhm.org/WebStore/shop/ViewItems.aspx?CG=nhmonline&C=SummerNights1
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Fri, Aug 21, in Griffith Park (L.A.):
7-11 pm "ROARING NIGHTS AT THE L.A. ZOO" brings live music and special nighttime activities at the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens, 5333 Zoo Dr. Los Angeles 90027.
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Presented by the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association, a different kind of wildlife takes over the L.A. Zoo for “Roaring Nights,” a summer music series featuring indie bands, full bars, and L.A.’s favorite food trucks, plus pop-up zookeeper talks and special animal encounters. But, during evening events, animals are given access to their night quarters for their comfort. Therefore, most animals will not be on exhibit.
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NOTE: Food and beverages are not included in the ticket price. Outside food and beverages, backpacks, coolers, and oversized purses are not permitted. Food Trucks: Coolhaus, Komodo, Lobsta Truck, Mandoline Grill, Rajin Cajun, The Grilled Cheese Truck, Urban Oven, Baby’s Badass Burgers, Bakery Truck, Border Grill, Dogtown Dogs, India Jones, Rice Balls of Fire, Son of a Bun, The Hungry Nomad, The Pudding Truck.
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General admission, $21.99. Admission limited to guests age 18 and older. Valid I.D. is required.
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Fri, Aug 21, in Rolling Hills:
7-9 pm Monthly “OPEN MIC NITE” at Amuse, The Palos Verdes Music Center, 43C Peninsula Ctr, Rolling Hills; 310-377-7838.
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Fri, Aug 21, in Palmdale:
7 pm Monthly “OPEN MIC NIGHT” at Butler's Coffee, 40125 10th St West, Suite I, Palmdale 93551; 661-272-9530.
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Cover is one purchase, food or drink (coffeehouse fare, includes tasty items suitable to call dinner).
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Fri, Aug 21, in Burbank:
7:30 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD OR ALT COUNTRY in a full lineup on two stages in separate rooms at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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√ WUMBLOOZO plays electric blues tonight, with “a special guest,” from 8-11 pm. More at: www.wumbloozo.com
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All ages. A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (affiliated owners).
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Fri, Aug 21, in Griffith Patk (L.A. side):
7:30 pm GLORIA TREVI launches her “El Amor World Tour” tonight at the Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave in Griffith Park, L.A.; Greek Theatre hotline, 323-665-1927; tix, 213-480-3232; www.greektheatrela.com
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GLORIA TREVI’S first single, "Como Yo Te Amo," is a remarkable recreation of an all-time classic. Trevi selected "Como Yo Te Amo" as the first single to introduce an innovative musical concept in which she embodies all stages of love in an audiovisual story. Trevi’s corresponding “El Amor Tour” begins tonight at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, enabling locals to be the first to see her new show.
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"Como Yo Te Amo" is a classic song that was transformed into an immediate modern hit Trevi with world-renowned producer Humberto Gatica. He mixed Gloria's vocal interpretation with majestic symphonic arrangements while conserving the essence of its original narrative. The result is a song that breaks through time, allowing generations to relive and live for the first time this classic through a new perspective, which can only be achieved by an artist like Trevi.
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More info on Gloria Trevi at: www.mundotrevi.com
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Fri, Aug 21, in San Pedro:
7:30-10:30 pm ANDY & RENEE, leaders of the award-winning Dylan tribute band HARD RAIN, play the Ports O' Call Restaurant, 1200 Nagoya Way, San Pedro 90731; 310-833-3553.
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Fri, Aug 21, in L.A.:
(Time tba) TOM MORELLO plays Genghis Cohen, 740 N Fairfax Av, L.A. 90046; www.genghiscohen.com; 323-653-0640.
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Fri, Aug 21, in OC (San Clemente):
7:30-11 pm LIVE ZYDECO MUSIC at Iva Lee’s, 555 N El Camino Real, San Clemente; 949-361-2855.
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Fri & Sat, Aug 21 & 22, in Hollywood:
(Time tba) HEART, the ANN-and-NANCY-WILSON sister act that put Seattle on the music map way back in the '70s, and, as much as anybody, brought all-acoustic tracks back to rock — and became Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends in the process — are playing two nights at the Hollywood Bowl featuring an ORCHESTRA. We've seen 'em do this, and-? This is one for the ages, folks.
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Fri, Aug 21; also Aug 22, 24, 25, 26, in L.A.:
(Time tba) TAYLOR SWIFT plays the Staples Center in downtown L.A.
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For fans of the young former pop-country singer-songwriter whose trademark was looking perpetually surprised, and who is now changing to become a sh-thump-thud pop performer, you should arruve in the area in time to see "The Taylor Swift Experience," the current major temporary exhibition at the GRAMMY Museum.
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Fri, Aug 21, in L.A.:
Time tba “FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT LACMA” series returns for the summer at the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art on Museum Row on Wilshire.
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LACMA’s award-winning Department of Music Program is a remarkable city resource, providing hundreds of free concerts and musical events every year for Angelenos to enjoy. The concerts all happen at the BP Grand Entrance.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Fri, Aug 21, in SaMo:
8 pm ERNEST TROOST, plus CLAUDIA RUSSELL & BRUCE KAPLAN, play a fine double-bill at McCabe’s, 3101 Pico Bl (Pico at 31st), Santa Monica 90405; www.mccabes.com; 310-828-4403; tix, 310-828-4497.
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Tix, $17.50.
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Fri, Aug 21, FREE, in L.A.:
8 pm WHISKEY SHIVERS brings high-energy modern bluegrass and folk sounds to the “AMERICANA SERIES” at the free summer concert series at Levitt Pavilion MacArthur Park, 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles 90057; 213-384-5701.
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Whiskey Shivers plays high energy modern bluegrass & folk music, and they do it barefoot, sleeveless, and sweaty. These musicians infuse their songs with punk rock energy and a darkly comical light-heartedness, stretching the bluegrass genre to fit whatever they feel is right. More at: www.whiskeyshivers.com
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Pre-concert activities begin at 6:30 pm with the KidZone and more. Main stage concert begins at 8 pm. “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles” brings food vendors Tomski Sausage and Mama’s Tamales. Or bring your own picnic dinner. (But no alcohol in the park.)
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Ride the Metro Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station and you’re right there.
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Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, and a picnic (no alcohol allowed in the park, and that’s enforced with expensive citations) or grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” (rotating food trucks). Arrive early to enjoy a pre-show performances on the little “Grassy Hill Side Stage,” 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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Fri, Aug 21, in Altadena:
8 pm TARA LOUISE, “Another drop dead beautiful Western act,” says venue impresario Bob Stane, plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena 91001; reservations 626-798-6236 (10 am-10 pm); venue phone 626-398-7917; info www.coffeegallery.com
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TARA LOUISE works as a professional singer-songwriter for a living. (Yeah, you read correctly. She actually makes money doing it!) Her singing career began at an elementary school talent show where she sauntered on stage as a 6-year-old and belted out that song from “The Little Mermaid.” Shortly after, she released her debut single “I Am Not a Witch,” which was outshone only by her next single, “She Is a Witch.” But never fear, her songwriting capabilities have since improved. By the age of 15, she'd written more songs than The Beatles, and by 18 had performed over 300 shows in and around L.A. With the release of her debut EP 'Mainstream' (which she made entirely by herself in her bedroom, but had mixed & mastered by a Grammy Award Winner), she knew it was time to put together a band and take over the world. Musically, of course. So Tara roped together some incredible musicians to back her up and follow her on the road toward world domination. I mean, artistic dissemination. Vocally powerful melodies and sincerely written lyrics represented best as Pop.
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Start with a female professional vocalist-lyricist. Add a ridiculously good guitarist, bassist, and box drummer. Sprinkle gooseflesh-inducing melodies and heart-wrenching lyrics. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to simmer. Serve with a garnish of audience participation. That would be TARA LOUISE.
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Plenty more at: www.taralouise.com
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Tix, $15.
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Fri, Aug 21, in SGV (Arcadia):
8-11:30 pm RAY GOREN & THE SOUL FIXERS plus GENERATION BLUES EXPERIENCE, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com
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Kids age 17 and under are FREE at this show with a paid adult.
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Doors at 7 pm. Venue has good food (generous portions), full bar, pool tables. Substantial discount for tix bought online. Fun place, but bring earplugs. Seriously.
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Fri, Aug 21, in BevHills:
8 pm MARC COHN plus PHIL CODY play the Saban Theatre, 8440 Wilshire Bl, Beverly Hills 90211; 323-655-0111.
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Tix at www.canyonclub.net or 888-645-5006.
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Fri, Aug 21, in OC (Anaheim):
8 pm LUPILLO RIVERA with special guest JESUS MENDOZA, plays the City National Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E Katella Av, Anaheim; 714-712-2700; www.thegroveofanaheim.com
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Regional Mexican artist Lupillo Rivera, whose real name is Guadalupe Rivera Saavedra, was born in La Barca, Jalisco in Mexico from which he and his family emigrated to the United States with his father’s intention of offering a better situation to his wife and children.
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His first recordings were successful, but it was not until 2000, with the launch of his album “El Moreño,” that Lupillo caught the public’s attention and marked the beginning of a successful career and fan base of followers. “El Moreño” came the album “Despreciado,” where he revived several classics from great Mexican performers. He continued to find success within Mexico, and that success soon expanded internationally. “I was a witness to the amount of albums I was selling and it was very impactful. It was in this moment I went back home to think and it was difficult for me to even comprehend, but I finally was able to rest knowing that it was a dream that I achieved because I chased it.”
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Lupillo Rivera became a major figure of Mexican music and travels throughout the United States and the Mexican Republic, playing shows with record-breaking attendance. Some of his famous hits include “Despreciado,” “La Cosecha,” “Sufriendo a Solas,” “Son Tus Perjúmenes Mujer,” “Prefiero la Calle,” “Lamberto Quintero,” “Qué tal Si Te Compro,” “Baraja de Oro,” “Ya Me Habían Dicho,” “24 Horas,” and “A Poco Si.”
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Fri, Aug 21; Wed-Sun, Aug 19-23, in SaMo:
8 pm “EMPIRE BURLESQUE” is a new musical, performed as “An exclusive staged reading of a work-in-progress” at the Edye Second Space at the Broad, Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th St, Santa Monica 90401; 310-434-3200; www.thebroadstage.org; www.events.smc.edu
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With book & lyrics by DAN CASTELLANETA & DEB LACUSTA (“The Simpsons,” “Second City”), and music by Laura Hall (“Whose Line Is It Anyway?” and “Second City”), this is a highly anticipated new production. Director is David H. Bell; Musical Director is David O; Casting by Michael Donovan, CSA.
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EMPIRE BURLESQUE is a satirical Vaudeville romp, “hosted by MARK TWAIN,” chronicling America's bumbling first foray into empire – The Spanish-American War. The revue features the red-hot vocal stylings of EMMA GOLDMAN, William McKinley's patriotic sleight-of-hand, Teddy Roosevelt's tap dance up San Juan Hill, and a bevy of all-American showgirls.
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EMPIRE BURLESQUE was selected as part of the “Disney / ASCAP Musical Workshop” hosted by STEPHEN SCHWARTZ. Before his passing, historian and author HOWARD ZINN (“A People’s History of the United States”) called Empire Burlesque “hilarious and powerful,” and “certainly relevant to what is happening today.”
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Runs Wed-Fri, Aug 19-21, at 8 pm; Sat, Aug 22 at 3 & 8 pm; Sun, Aug 23, at 3 pm.
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Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23, in Hollywood:
8 pm "FISHERS OF MEN" is a stage play at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038. Venue has valet parking, wheelchair access.
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Play runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm, through Aug 30.
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Reservations & info: www.plays411.net
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Tix, $20
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Fri, Aug 21, in Hollywood:
8 pm-midnight a FULL LINEUP at the Hotel Café, 1623 N Cahuenga Bl, Hollywood 90028; www.hotelcafe.com; 323-461-2040.
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Here’s the full lineup:
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♪ MATTHEW MAYFIELD at 8 pm
♪ JOHN CRAIGIE at 9 pm
♪ THE WILDER SOCIETY at 10 pm
♪ BON BON VIVANT at 11 pm
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Tickets purchased on the venue’s web ticket page are counted for the mentioned artist only; other acts receive no compensation from that ticket sale, so their site says, “Please purchase accordingly.” (Shows that are being presold are not listed on their site’s ticket page.) One ticket is often good for the entire night, but it does not guarantee admission to another sold-out show the same evening. They do not accept credit cards at the door; they do have an ATM. Seating at The Hotel Café is very limited; tables are first come first serve and generally available only for those who order food, unless reserved by a band.
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Venue is 21+ for all patrons.
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Advance tix, more info, at:
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www.hotelcafe.com
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Fri, Aug 21, FREE, in Pasadena:
8 pm NATALIA CLAVIER and ELSTEN TORRES, presented by BMI play the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts in Memorial Park, 85 E Holly St, Pasadena 91103; 626-683-3230.
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NATALIA CLAVIER, A singer-songwriter from Buenos Aires who immersed herself in a world of music ranging from classical, jazz, Argentinian folk and pop. With the release of Every Time & Lumen, she showcases an array of songs ranging from love and lust to excitement and adventure.
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ELSTEN TORRES is a two-time GRAMMY-nominated, prolific, multiple chart-topping singer-songwriter resonates with his signature “Fulano” sound. A sprinkle of British pop, with a dash of Cuban troubadour roots and a chunk of Americana heartland soul, “Fulano” offers a distinctive breathe of fresh music developed through years of writing and performing all over the world.
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More on both at: www.bmi.com
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Arrive early enough to catch the “SPOTLIGHT ON SONGWRITING PROGRAM” students as the “Sidestage Performance” at 7 pm.
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Also, the KidZone strats at 6:30, and more. Main stage concert begins at 8 pm. “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” brings food vendors Lil’ Tim’s Big Burgers and YogurtLand. Or bring your own picnic dinner. (But no alcohol in the park.)
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Ride the Metro Gold Line light rail to Memorial Park Station and you’re right there.
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Bring lawn chairs or a blanket, and a picnic (no alcohol allowed in the park, and that’s enforced with expensive citations) or grab a bite to eat from the “Taste of Levitt Pavilion Pasadena” (rotating food trucks). Arrive early to enjoy a pre-show performances on the little “Grassy Hill Side Stage,” 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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Fri, Aug 21, in OC (Orange):
8 pm-midnight JOHN LEE WHITE and DARRYL BROOKS, joined by PAUL MARSHALL (of I See Hawks in L.A.) on bass, play the American Legion Hall, 143 S Lemon St, Orange 92866; 714-538-6311.
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Paul Marshall, bass player of legend and founding member of I See Hawks in L.A., tells us, "This is one of those gigs where I might not know the song, but I'll play it anyway... It might get a little loose, but it should be a lot of fun."
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Fri, Aug 21, in SFV (NoHo):
8-10 pm BRIAN KINLER with FRANCESCA CAPASSO play Kulak's Woodshed, 5230-1/2 Laurel Canyon Bl, North Hollywood; 818-766-9913; info, www.kulakswoodshed.com. There is often a live webcast at Concert Window; check their site, at https://www.concertwindow.com/4937-kulak-s-woodshed-in-north-hollywood-ca-presents-a-v)
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More on Brian Kinler at: http://briankinlerband.com
More on Francesca Capasso at: www.francesca.la/Donation (
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All of the money tonight goes to the artists.
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Fri, Aug 21, in Los Feliz (L.A.):
8-11 pm THE PLOUGHBOYS play their weekly residency at the Tam O' Shanter Ale & Sandwich Bar Lounge, 2980 Los Feliz Bl, Los Feliz 90039; 323-664-0228.
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Fri, Aug 21, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD & ALT COUNTRY at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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Go early for the free dance lessons at 7:30 pm.
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Every night, they present LIVE AMERICANA / ALT OR TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK music for listening and dancing – unless they’re closed when Hollywood rents the place to shoot a movie or tv show, and the place has been in hundreds of film and tv shoots over the years.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky-tonk, no cover, full bar, and friendly people who, howdy pardner, 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 pop-“country” Nashvulle scene.
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Fri, Aug 21, in SGV (Monrovia):
8 pm Weekly “KATTYWOMPUS CONCERT / JAM” is of note to folkies and trad acoustic instrument fans, and it happens at Dollmakers Kattywompus, 412 S Myrtle Av, Monrovia 91016; 626-357-1091.
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This 8 pm music gathering now has a LIVE WEBCAST. It’s right in the middle of things at “MONROVIA FAMILY FESTIVAL,” a weekly street fair that starts at 6 pm with music on the corners, on a stage, and in several venues (some that serve food, some with full bars).
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Watch the webcast or get more info at: www.SoKattywompus.com
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Fri, Aug 21, FREE, in Burbank:
9 pm-1 am DAVE GLEASON TRIO plays their "FAREWELL TO CALIFORNIA" gig at Joe's Great American Bar & Grill, 4311 W Magnolia Bl, Burbank 91505.
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Dave & Dawn Gleason are moving back to Nashville, TN. This is their last Southern Cal gig for a while - come hang out with them and enjoy his outstanding Rockabilly-Americana musical merriment.
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More at: www.dave-gleason.com
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No cover. Good variety of food & drinks available.
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Fri, Aug 21, FREE, in Riverside Co (Murrieta):
9 pm THE AMERICAN WAKE plays the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd, Ste 145 Murrieta 92592; 951-696-5252; www.getshamrocked.com; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com
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These Celtic Rockers from Long Beach have a strong reputation as one of Southern Cal's best Irish bands, and they are booked in the Saturday lineup at the “Get Shamrocked Festival” in September.
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No cover.
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Fri, Aug 21, FREE, in Culver City:
9 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC is a distinct possibility tonight at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bld, Culver City 90230.
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No cover. Venue is 21+, the size of a postage stamp, and barstool seating is competitive. Still it’s always a fun place.
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Fri, Aug 21, in Echo Park (L.A.):
10:30 pm DOUBLE NAUGHT SPY CAR plays late at Taix French Restaurant / Taix 321 Lounge, 1911 W Sunset Bl (at Alvarado), Echo Park; www.taixfrench.com; 213-484-1265.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 22, in Griffith Park:
1-3 pm “THE MUSIC OF THE CIVIL WAR & HOW IT MOVED THE WEST” is an afternoon of music from WALT RICHARDS & PAULA STRONG of TRAILS & RAILS, in a special event at the Autry National Center (Autry Museum) in the Mary Pickford Education Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Griffith Park (Los Angeles) 90027; 323-667-2000; www.theautry.org
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This two-hour program is presented by the Western Music Association’s California Chapter, in conjunction with a special Civil War exhibit, “Empire and Liberty – the Civil War & the West,” now being presented at the Autry. The musicians will perform songs from the Civil War era, noting that many of them changed to become music identified with those who moved West. Walt and Paula tell us, “We still sing many of the songs that were written and/or sung during the Civil War. You may be surprised at how many you know! Visiting the elegant Autry is a treat any day. For the concert, follow the signs to the Museum’s meeting room. Suggested donation: $20.”
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Tix, $20; ages 14 and under are admitted free, but reservations for all are advised as SPACE IS LIMITED. Reserve tix at 661-492-8930 or www.westernmusiccalifornia.org
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Note: concert admission does not include admission to the adjacent museum.
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Sat; Aug 22, in SaMo:
3 & 8 pm “EMPIRE BURLESQUE” is a new musical, performed as “An exclusive staged reading of a work-in-progress” at the Edye Second Space at the Broad, Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th St, Santa Monica 90401; 310-434-3200; www.thebroadstage.org; www.events.smc.edu
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With book & lyrics by DAN CASTELLANETA & DEB LACUSTA (“The Simpsons,” “Second City”), and music by Laura Hall (“Whose Line Is It Anyway?” and “Second City”), this is a highly anticipated new production. Director is David H. Bell; Musical Director is David O; Casting by Michael Donovan, CSA.
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EMPIRE BURLESQUE is a satirical Vaudeville romp, “hosted by MARK TWAIN,” chronicling America's bumbling first foray into empire – The Spanish-American War. The revue features the red-hot vocal stylings of EMMA GOLDMAN, William McKinley's patriotic sleight-of-hand, Teddy Roosevelt's tap dance up San Juan Hill, and a bevy of all-American showgirls.
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EMPIRE BURLESQUE was selected as part of the “Disney / ASCAP Musical Workshop” hosted by STEPHEN SCHWARTZ. Before his passing, historian and author HOWARD ZINN (“A People’s History of the United States”) called Empire Burlesque “hilarious and powerful,” and “certainly relevant to what is happening today.”
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Runs Wed-Fri, Aug 19-21, at 8 pm; Sat, Aug 22 at 3 & 8 pm; Sun, Aug 23, at 3 pm.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 22; ongoing on a variable sched., through Sep 26, in Topanga:
3:30 pm “AS YOU LIKE IT” resets 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, Sep 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sep 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sep 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sep 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sep 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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Sat, Aug 22, in Burbank:
7 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD OR ALT COUNTRY in a full lineup on two stages in separate rooms at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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All ages. A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (affiliated owners).
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Sat, Aug 22, in L.A.:
7:30 pm "POSTCARDS FROM ABROAD" performed by CAL PHIL, the California Philharmonic, under the evening sky at lovely Santa Anita Park (the infield of the famous horseracing track) in Arcadia.
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The Following afternoon, the same program is performed indoors in the Walt Disney Concert Hall at the L.A. Music Center.
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Tix & more info by phone, 626-304-0333 (10 am-6 pm, M-F), or info online at: www.calphil.com/home
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Sat, Aug 22, in Hollywood:
(Time tba) HEART, the ANN-and-NANCY-WILSON sister act that put Seattle on the music map way back in the '70s, and, as much as anybody, brought all-acoustic tracks back to rock — and became Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends in the process — play the second of two nights at the Hollywood Bowl, featuring an ORCHESTRA. We've seen 'em do this, and-? This is one for the ages, folks.
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Sat, Aug 22, in Bev Hills:
(Time tba) 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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Sat, Aug 22; also Aug 21, 24, 25, 26, in L.A.:
(Time tba) TAYLOR SWIFT plays the Staples Center in downtown L.A.
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For fans of the young former pop-country singer-songwriter whose trademark was looking perpetually surprised, and who is now changing to become a sh-thump-thud pop performer, you should arruve in the area in time to see "The Taylor Swift Experience," the current major temporary exhibition at the GRAMMY Museum.
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Sat, Aug 22, in Griffith Park (L.A.):
(Time tba) RAMON AYALA performs with RAMON AYALA JR at the Greek Theatre in L.A.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 22, in Pasadena:
8 pm “THE PASADENA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” presents a fine double-bill with MARINA V & NICK BAKER, plus AIREENE ESPIRITU, in Beckman Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”), 400 S Wilson, Pasadena 91106; 626-395-4652.
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All ages.
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Advance tix, $15, available until NOON Friday, Aug 21, at the box office by phone at 626-395-4652 or in person. After that, you can purchase tickets (cash only) at the door before the show.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 22, in Culver City:
8 pm INCENDIO, that exceptionally noteworthy trio of fiery acoustic string wizards, plays Boulevard Music in Culver City.
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Details at: www.incendioband.com
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 22, in OC (Irvine):
8 pm “STAR TREK” AT THE SYMPHONY, wherein PACIFIC SYMPHONY plays the score as the film screens “STAR TREK,” the 2009 feature film, at Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, Irvine.
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It’s a symphonic night at the movies perfect for the whole family. On the big screen: J.J. Abrams’ 2009 blockbuster featuring Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto boldly going where no one has gone before. On stage: PACIFIC SYMPHONY performing Academy Award-winner MICHAEL GIACCHINO’s score, live. Giacchino's other films include Pixar’s “Up,” "Ratatouille," “The Incredibles,” and this summer's trifecta of "Tomorrowland," "Inside Out," and "Jurassic World."
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Gates open at 6 pm for picnicking. Prefer not to cook? Enjoy the new Wine Bar or add on a gourmet Bristol Farms picnic box, ready for convenient pickup just inside the gates to the amphitheatre. Use the web link below to order.
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Tix at: www.pacificsymphony.org/tickets/concert_calendar
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Sat, Aug 22, in SGV (Arcadia):
8-11:30 pm DEB RYDER BAND FROM THE BOARD ROOM, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com
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Tix for tonight are only $5 advance online, $10 at the door.
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Doors at 7 pm. Venue has good food (generous portions), full bar, pool tables. Substantial discount for tix bought online. Fun place, but bring earplugs. Seriously.
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Sat, Aug 22; Wed-Sun, Aug 19-23, in SaMo:
8 pm “EMPIRE BURLESQUE” at the Edye Second Space at the Broad, Santa Monica 90401.
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See write-up in 3 pm listing for all the details.
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Sat, Aug 22; Fri-Sun, Aug 21-23, in Hollywood:
8 pm "FISHERS OF MEN" is a stage play at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038. Venue has valet parking, wheelchair access.
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Play runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm, through Aug 30.
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Reservations & info: www.plays411.net
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Tix, $20
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Sat, Aug 22, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD & ALT COUNTRY at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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Go early for the free dance lessons at 7:30 pm.
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Every night, they present LIVE AMERICANA / ALT OR TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK music for listening and dancing – unless they’re closed when Hollywood rents the place to shoot a movie or tv show, and the place has been in hundreds of film and tv shoots over the years.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky-tonk, no cover, full bar, and friendly people who, howdy pardner, 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 pop-“countree” Nashvulle scene.
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Sat, Aug 22, FREE, in Culver City:
9 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC is a distinct possibility tonight at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bld, Culver City 90230.
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No cover. Venue is 21+, the size of a postage stamp, and barstool seating is competitive. Still it’s always a fun place.
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5) SUNDAY’s CONCERTS / Music & Arts Scene
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Sun, Aug 23, in SaMo:
3 pm CLOSING PERFORMANCE of “EMPIRE BURLESQUE,” a new musical, performed as “An exclusive staged reading of a work-in-progress” at the Edye Second Space at the Broad, Santa Monica College Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th St, Santa Monica 90401; 310-434-3200; www.thebroadstage.org; www.events.smc.edu
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With book & lyrics by DAN CASTELLANETA & DEB LACUSTA (“The Simpsons,” “Second City”), and music by Laura Hall (“Whose Line Is It Anyway?” and “Second City”), this is a highly anticipated new production. Director is David H. Bell; Musical Director is David O; Casting by Michael Donovan, CSA.
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EMPIRE BURLESQUE is a satirical Vaudeville romp, “hosted by MARK TWAIN,” chronicling America's bumbling first foray into empire – The Spanish-American War. The revue features the red-hot vocal stylings of EMMA GOLDMAN, William McKinley's patriotic sleight-of-hand, Teddy Roosevelt's tap dance up San Juan Hill, and a bevy of all-American showgirls.
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EMPIRE BURLESQUE was selected as part of the “Disney / ASCAP Musical Workshop” hosted by STEPHEN SCHWARTZ. Before his passing, historian and author HOWARD ZINN (“A People’s History of the United States”) called Empire Burlesque “hilarious and powerful,” and “certainly relevant to what is happening today.”
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Runs Wed-Fri, Aug 19-21, at 8 pm; Sat, Aug 22 at 3 & 8 pm; Sun, Aug 23, at 3 pm.
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Sun, Aug 23; through Aug 30, in Hollywood:
3 pm "FISHERS OF MEN" is a stage play at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038. Venue has valet parking, wheelchair access.
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Play runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm, through Aug 30.
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Reservations & info: www.plays411.net
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Tix, $20
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Sun, Aug 23, in L.A.:
(Time tba) "POSTCARDS FROM ABROAD" performed by CAL PHIL, the California Philharmonic, in the Walt Disney Concert Hall at the L.A. Music Center.
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The previous evening, the same program is performed under the evening sky at Santa Anita Park (the infield of the famous horseracing track) in Arcadia.
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Tix & more info by phone, 626-304-0333 (10 am-6 pm, M-F), or info online at: www.calphil.com/home
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Sun, Aug 23, in Burbank:
7 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD OR ALT COUNTRY in a full lineup on two stages in separate rooms at Cody's Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr, Burbank 91506.
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All ages. A one-menu-item cover applies. Venue has a full menu & full bar. Park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (affiliated owners).
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Sun, Aug 23, in SFV (Chatsworth):
6 pm LIVE AMERICANA / TRAD & ALT COUNTRY at the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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Go early for the free dance lessons at 7:30 pm.
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Every night, they present LIVE AMERICANA / ALT OR TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK music for listening and dancing – unless they’re closed when Hollywood rents the place to shoot a movie or tv show, and the place has been in hundreds of film and tv shoots over the years.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky-tonk, no cover, full bar, and friendly people who, howdy pardner, 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 pop-“countree” Nashvulle scene.
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Sun, Aug 23, FREE, in Culver City:
9 pm AMERICANA / ALT or TRAD COUNTRY / HONKY TONK MUSIC is a distinct possibility tonight at the Cinema Bar, 3967 Sepulveda Bld, Culver City 90230.
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No cover. Venue is 21+, the size of a postage stamp, and barstool seating is competitive. Still it’s always a fun place.
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STOP-THE-PRESSES / HOT TICKET ALERT / ON-SALE TODAY...
NEIL YOUNG, plus Promise of the Real, plays the Santa Barbara Bowl on Oct 10 at 6:30 pm.
Tix go on sale TODAY, Fri, Aug 21, at 10 am, at:
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Fridays-Sundays, through Aug 30, in Hollywood:
8 pm "FISHERS OF MEN" is a stage play at the Hudson Mainstage Theatre, 6539 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood 90038. Venue has valet parking, wheelchair access.
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Play runs Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm; Sundays at 3 pm, through Aug 30.
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Reservations & info: www.plays411.net
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Tix, $20.
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Thursdays-Sundays, through Sep 13, in SGV (Sierra Madre):
(Time varies; usually 8 pm, some 2:30 pm matinees)
“ALWAYS… PATSY CLINE” is a big time music-filled show at the charming little Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W Sierra Madre Bl, Sierra Madre; 626-355-4318; www.sierramadreplayhouse.com
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This is the fastest ticket-seller in the Playhouse’s history. To accommodate the extraordinary demand, additional matinee performances have been added. Don’t dawdle getting tickets to this one. (The Guide” News Feature that announced the production’s opening night is re-run here.)
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It’s a real, live stage MUSICAL, a theatrical production focusing on the vocal magic of PATSY CLINE, you’ll experience how she evoked the heartbreak and longing that have made her songs country and pop classics. Written by Ted Swindley, directed by Robert Marra, with musical director Sean Paxton, it’s a Sierra Madre Playhouse production starring CORI CABLE KIDDER and NIKKI D’AMICO.
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“Always….Patsy Cline” depicts the legendary singer backed by a live band performing twenty-seven of her greatest hits in this jukebox musical. Patsy Cline (1932-1963) was one of the most popular and influential vocalists of the 20th Century.
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Although most associated with country music, she was the first female crossover artist, also singing traditional pop, torch songs, rockabilly, honky-tonk, country swing, and gospel. The first female solo artist admitted to the Country Music Hall of Fame, Patsy was also included among “The 100 Greatest Women in Rock and Roll” by VH1, “The 100 Greatest Singers of All Time” by Rolling Stone, and “The 40 Greatest Women of Country Music” by CMT.
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She first appeared on radio in Winchester, VA in 1947. In 1954, country star Jimmy Dean brought her aboard as a regular on the radio show “Town and Country Jamboree” in Arlington, VA. In 1955, she began appearing on television, on the TV version of “Grand Ole Opry” and on “Ozark Jubilee.”
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But it was her sensational success on “Arthur Godfrey’s Talent Scouts” in 1957 that truly launched her as a national figure. Godfrey’s show, a precursor of competitions like “Star Search” and “American Idol,” also launched Ann-Margret and Pat Boone, among others.
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“Always…Patsy Cline” is based on a real incident that occurred in 1961. Super-fan Louise Seger befriends Cline before a concert in Houston. After the show, Louise takes her home, cooks her breakfast and appears with her on a local radio broadcast. The two maintain a correspondence, writing each other letters until Cline’s untimely death in a Tennessee plane crash in 1963. The star closed each of her letters to Seger, “Always…Patsy Cline.”
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CORI CABLE KIDDER portrays PATSY CLINE. A graduate of Ouachita Baptist University, she toured with IN THE MOOD and sang at Tokyo Disney for a year. Coming to L.A., she appeared in+ “The Producers” and with SWING DAMES, performing the music of the Andrews Sisters.
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NIKKI D’AMICO plays Louise. Her extensive musical theater credits include National Tours of “Evita,” “Cats,” “A Chorus Line,” “The Fantasticks,” “Chaplin,” “West Side Story,” and more. Most recently, she appeared with Pacific Resident Theatre in its Ovation-nominated production of “A View from the Bridge.”
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ROBERT MARRA directs. In addition to numerous New York credits, his local shows include “The World Goes Round,” “Once on this Island,” “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,” “Into the Woods,” “Chess in Concert,” “The Devil and Daisy Jane,” “A Chorus Line,” and many more. He is also a choreographer.
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TED SWINDLEY is the playwright. He was the Founding Artistic Director of Stages Repertory Theatre in Houston. He also wrote “Stories My Grandmother Told Me.” Fans of Patsy Cline’s music will be in musical heaven as they’ll hear, performed live, twenty-seven of her greatest hits, including “Walkin’ After Midnight” (the Godfrey show hit), “Sweet Dreams” (a signature tune for Cline, although originally a hit ten years earlier by Faron Young), “Crazy” (written for her by WILLIE NELSON), “I Fall to Pieces,” “She’s Got You,” “Your Cheating Heart,” and many more.
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“Always…Patsy Cline” debuted in 1988. It is one of only two stage productions about the singer licensed and authorized by The Estate of Patsy Cline. In addition to affording a revue of great songs, “Always…Patsy Cline” is a heartwarming story of an enduring friendship.
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“Always… Patsy Cline” runs July 31-Sep 13, 2015, on this schedule: Fri’s & Sat’s at 8 pm, Sun’s at 2:30 pm. Additional matinees have been added at 2:30 pm on Thu, Aug 27; Sat, Aug 29; Sat, Sep 5; Sat, Sep 12, and Sun, Sep 13.
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Tix: $30 gen’l. Seniors (age 65+) $27. Students (ages 13-21) $20. Children age 12 and under, $17. Call for tix. Ample free parking behind theatre.
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...through Nov 13, in L.A.:
"CORAZÓN DE LA COMUNIDAD: A STORY OF MARIACHI IN LOS ANGELES," runs May 15-Nov 13, 2015, at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 N Main St, Los Angeles 90012; 888 488-8083; http://lapca.org
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Mariachi music — and musicians — have become symbols of Mexican and Mexican American identity. From rancheras sung at weekend parties to the recent "Dolls of the World Barbie" dressed in a mariachi traje, this musical form is one of the most recognized icons of Mexican and Mexican American culture. "Corazón de la Comunidad: A Story of Mariachi in Los Angeles" explores the changing identity and history of the genre in L.A.
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Regular visitor hours are M, W & Th, noon–5 pm, and Fri through Sun, noon-6 pm; info@lapca.org
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Go on the right days and you'll a get live music performance along with the exhibition; keep reading.
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Go when there’s LIVE MUSIC &/or RELATED PROGRAMMING...
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• "Metalachi: Mariachi Fusion" is a special music program on Sat, Sep 26, at 7 pm.
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• "Platicas at LA Plaza: Is Mariachi Music all the Same?" happens Thu, Oct 8 , at 6:30 pm.
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Ongoing, on a variable sched., through Sep 26, in Topanga:
“AS YOU LIKE IT” resets 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, Sep 6 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sep 13 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sep 19 at 3:30 pm • Sunday, Sep 20 at 3:30 pm • Saturday, Sep 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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...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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b) UPCOMING FESTIVALS –
after this coming weekend...
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Sat & Sun, Aug 22 & 23,
FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
Annual “LONG BEACH BBQ FESTIVAL” includes plenty of live music performances, in Rainbow Lagoon Park,Long Beach,CA
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The excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plays Creole-centered Cajun-Creole-Zydeco – featuring the squeezebox and rub-board – for listening and dancing, 2-2:30 pm. More on the band at www.BonneMusiqueZydeco.com ; Google the event for details and the full lineup.
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Fri-Sun, Sep 4-6,
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 11-13,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Dana Point):
31st Annual "TOSHIBA TALL SHIPS FESTIVAL" at the Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr, Dana Point 92629; 949-496-2274; www.ocean-institute.org
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This is a festival with lots of action. You can take ship tours and set sail for cannon battles at sea, catch musicians performing sea chanteys, nautical storytellers, Polynesian dancers, live sea creatures in the Ocean Institute, re-eanctors portraying pirates, saefarers from the age of sail, Civil War sailors and soldiers, cannoneers, and more.
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Friday is the “Sunset Parade Sail” The full Festival happens Sat & Sun, 10 am-5 pm, with ship tours ending at 3:30 pm, to prepare to go to sea for the “battles.”
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This is a wonderful time and place to explore the majesty and wonder of life at sea through the sights and sounds of working tall ships. Ashore, the interactive living-history encampments include blacksmiths, scrimshaw artists, knot tiers, and the infamous “Port Royal Privateers” entertain and amaze guests of all ages.
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Cannon Battle and Sunset Sail ticket sales are now open. REGISTER EARLY, because the ships fill quickly. Tix and complete info, at:
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www.tallshipsfestival.com
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Sat, Sep 12,
FESTIVAL,
in Long Beach:
Annual “LONG BEACH LOBSTER FESTIVAL” in Rainbow Lagoon Park, Long Beach.
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There’s music all day and evening, and the cuisine is very much centered on the lobsters flown-in from New England. The excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plays Creole-centered Cajun-Creole-Zydeco – featuring the squeezebox and rub-board – for listening and dancing, 4-5:30 pm. More on the band at www.BonneMusiqueZydeco.com ; Google the event for details and the full lineup.
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Sat, Sep 12,
FESTIVAL,
in Downey:
Annual “INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL” in Downey includes live music performances.
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Recommendation: Playing at 4 pm is INCENDIO, that exceptionally noteworthy trio of fiery acoustic string wizards.
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Details at: www.incendioband.com
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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20,
FESTIVAL,
in Riverside Co (Murrieta):
Annual "GET SHAMROCKED IRISH MUSIC FESTIVAL" in Town Square Park, 24701 Jefferson Av, Murrieta
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Much more coming here in the Guide. This is a big-deal Irish / Celtic music event.
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Full info: www.getshamrocked.com
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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20,
FESTIVAL,
in Ontario, Cal.:
Annual "ROUTE 66 CRUISIN’ REUNION" brings three days of food, live music, entertainment and more than 2,000 classic cars from throughout the US and around the world.
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Downtown Ontario’s historic block of Euclid Avenue is the center of things for immersion in vintage automobiles and motorcycles and a wide range of events, including the music stages.
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Info, 800-867-8366. The festival’s website was not yet completed as of Aug 8. But it may be when you check it:
https://route66cruisinreunion.com/
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A lil’ bit OUT-OF-TOWN...
Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20,
FESTIVAL,
near Bishop (East of the High Sierra):
Annual “MILLPOND MUSIC FESTIVAL” always brings fine music performances, this year with headliners TONY FURTADO, DAVID MYLES, RICHARD SMITH, NEW ORLEANS SUSPECTS, INCENDIO, MARCH FOURTH!, DAN CONNOR, THE MILLPOND ALL-STAR JAM, plus the BANANA SLUGS doing a kids performance and multiple NEA-sponsored workshops, and plenty of other acts, all at Millpond Park (Inyo Co. Park) and Campground, NE of Bishop, Cal.
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Presented by the Inyo Council for the Arts, whose staff attends bunches of other festivals and concerts to choose the best acts, this is a very fun festival that somehow feels intimate in the vast expanse of the great outdoors, in a fine place with the right ambiance and exceptionally good sound, all operating with the spectacular backdrop of the High Sierra. Though not specifically billed as a “folk fest” or an “all-acoustic” affair, essentially it is both, with first-rate acts each day. In addition to the main stage outdoors and with large trees for shade at the top of the slope (which is a bit of a natural grass lawn amphitheater), there is a smaller workshop stage in a large tent. They have a permanent snack bar that cooks good food, including breakfast each morning. Tent camping is available along the lake (the old sawmill’s mill pond, hence the name) and RV camping is available is the developed campground where the showers are located. This one is the autumn counterpart to the annual spring “Live Oak Music Festival” (held a few hundred miles away).
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Playing a Saturday set at 6:30 pm is INCENDIO, that exceptionally noteworthy trio of fiery acoustic string wizards. They are perennially so popular they are booked back among a lot of “first-time here” acts. If you don’t know INCENDIO, you should check them out at: www.incendioband.com
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Here’s the schedule for the MAIN STAGE and the festival’s two other venues (one venue is newly added this year)...
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MAIN STAGE Schedule
Friday Night...
6:30 pm: Bodie 601
7:40 pm: Cafe Musique
9 pm: AJ Ghent Band
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Saturday Main Stage...
Noon: Mohavisoul
1:15 pm: Dave Gunning
2:35 pm: Paul Barrere and Fred Tackett
4 pm: March Fourth!
Dinner Break
6:30 pm: Incendio
8:30 pm: New Orleans Suspects
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Sunday Main Stage...
9:30 am: Banana Slugs (Kids Performance)
10:25 am: Dan Connor
11:40 am: UNLV Marimba/Steel Drum Ensembles
1 pm: Richard Smith
2:15 pm: Tony Furtado
3:50 pm: David Myles
5:40 pm: Millpond All-Star Jam
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WORKSHOP TENT Schedule
Saturday...
9-10 am: Open Mic
10:15-11:15 am: Cafe Musique
11:30 am-12:15 pm: tba
12:30-1:15 pm: tba
1:30-2:15 pm: tba
2:30-3:15 pm: MohaviSoul – Songwriting workshop
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Sunday Workshop Tent...
9-9:45 am: Open Mic
10-10:50 am: tba
11:05 am-Noon: Joe Craven
12:15-1 pm: tba
1:15-2:15 pm: tba
2:15-3 pm: tba
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NEW for 2015: NEA EDUCATION TENT Schedule
Saturday...
9-9:45 am: AJ Ghent – Slide Guitar
10-10:45 am: Banana Slugs – Kids workshop, ages 5-7
11-11:45 am: Banana Slugs – Kids workshop, ages 8-10
Noon-12:45 pm: Banana Slugs – Kids workshop, ages 11-13
1:30-2:30 pm: tba
3-4 pm: tba
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Sunday NEA Tent...
9:15-10:15 am: Jim Stubblefield (Incendio) – Exotic Guitar
10:45-11:45 am: Richard Smith – Fingerstyle Guitar
Noon-1 pm: Tony Furtado – Banjo
1:15-2:15 pm: tba
2:30-3:30 pm: Sage Romero – Native American dance
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All the info, including advance tix (discounted in advance) and campground reservations (absolutely necessary in advance for RVs) is available by phone at 760-873-8014, or online, at: www.inyo.org/music/millpond-festival
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Fri-Sun, Sep 18-20,
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 & 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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Sat, Sep 19,
FESTIVAL,
in San Diego Co (Julian):
1-8 pm Annual “JULIAN MUSIC FESTIVAL” happens again this year at the Menghini Winery, near Julian, at 1150 Julian Orchards Rd, Julian; www.julianca.com/music-festival.html
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Sun, Sep 20,
FESTIVAL,
in San Pedro:
Annual “TRI ART FESTIVAL” at Ports O’ Call Village in San Pedro; http://triartsp.com
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We do not yet know what the other two of the three arts are that this festival celebrates, but one is certainly live music performance, so we’re on-board.
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Playing at 4:30 pm and celebrating the 20th anniversary as a globetrotting band, Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS are the only Americans ever to play the Folk Festival in Palau, among their many accomplishments. Check ’em out, in action, at:
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=llHKUzjggg4 plus, Lisa’s “Chicken Fiddler” video has reached the new Nickelodeon TV show, “React to That!” at: www.nick.com/react-to-that
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OUT-OF-TOWN...
Wed-Sat, Sep 23-26
FESTIVAL,
in NC:
Annual "OUTER BANKS BLUEGRASS ISLAND FESTIVAL" on Roanoake Island, North Carolina, has one of the most dazzling lineups of the year.
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Full info at: www.BluegrassIsland.com
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Sat, Sep 26,
FESTIVAL,
in Riverside Co (Murrieta):
4-5:30 pm Annual “MURRIETA LOBSTER FESTIVAL” in Town Square Park, Jefferson Av & Kalmia St, downtown Murrieta.
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This one is new to us. We know that the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plays Creole-centered Cajun-Creole-Zydeco – featuring the squeezebox and rub-board – for listening and dancing, 4-5:30 pm. More on the band at www.BonneMusiqueZydeco.com ; Google the event for details and the full lineup.
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Sat, Sep 26,
FESTIVAL,
in OC (Irvine):
Annual “IRVINE GLOBAL VILLAGE FESTIVAL” at Col. Bill Barber Marine Corps Memorial Park, 4 Civic Center Plaza, Irvine 92606; www.cityofirvine.org/globalvillage
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We know that it isn’t totally all “world-mus-icky.” Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS are perforning.
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Celebrating the 20th anniversary as a globetrotting band, Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS are the only Americans ever to play the Folk Festival in Palau, among their many accomplishments. Check ’em out, in action, at:
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=llHKUzjggg4 plus, Lisa’s “Chicken Fiddler” video has reached the new Nickelodeon TV show, “React To That!” at: www.nick.com/react-to-that
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Sun, Sep 27,
FESTIVAL,
at the OC Fairgrounds:
Annual “BIG SQUEEZE FESTIVAL,” Southern Cal’s accordion-lovers fest across all folk genres that center tunes on the squeezebox, from concertina to button- to piano- accordion, happens all day at the Orange County Fairgrounds (OC Fair & Events Center), 88 Fair Dr, Costa Mesa 92626.
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We know that this festival is VERY dancer-friendly, and we know the excellent BONNE MUSIQUE ZYDECO plays Creole-centered Cajun-Creole-Zydeco – featuring the squeezebox and rub-board – for listening and dancing, Noon-12:45 pm. More on the band at www.BonneMusiqueZydeco.com ; Google the event for details and the full lineup.
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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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c) UPCOMING CONCERTS
& Arts Events
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Ahead. Some coming SOON. Some are even FREE, but you could still miss ’em if you don’t know. Some offer advance discounts. Others’ll sell-out quickly if you’re not on top of things.
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Chronological listings...
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(Advance tix deadline is NOON Friday, Aug 21, for this show; after that, tix at the door oif any remain)...
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 22, in Pasadena:
8 pm “THE PASADENA FOLK MUSIC SOCIETY” presents a fine double-bill with MARINA V & NICK BAKER, plus AIREENE ESPIRITU, in Beckman Auditorium (aka “Little Beckman”), 400 S Wilson, Pasadena 91106; 626-395-4652.
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All ages.
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Advance tix, $15, available until NOON Friday, Aug 21, at the box office by phone at 626-395-4652 or in person. After that, you can purchase tickets (cash only) at the door before the show.
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Mon, Aug 24; also Aug 21, 22, 25, 26, in L.A.:
(Time tba) TAYLOR SWIFT plays the Staples Center in downtown L.A.
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For fans of the young former pop-country singer-songwriter whose trademark was looking perpetually surprised, and who is now changing to become a sh-thump-thud pop performer, you should arruve in the area in time to see "The Taylor Swift Experience," the current major temporary exhibition at the GRAMMY Museum.
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Mon, Aug 24, in Paso Robles:
(Time tba) JOE BONAMASSA plays the Vina Robles Amphitheatre, Paso Robles
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He also plays Aug 25 at the Santa Barbara Bowl, and Aug 29 at the Greek Theatre in L.A.
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Tue, Aug 25, in Santa Barbara:
(Time tba) JOE BONAMASSA plays the Santa Barbara Bowl.
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He also plays Aug 24 in Paso Robles, and Aug 29 at the Greek Theatre in L.A.
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Tue, Aug 25, in downtown L.A.:
8 pm “THE DROP: DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER with Special Guests IRVIN MAYFIELD and THE THELONIOUS MONK INSTITUTE OF JAZZ PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLE,” is a performance-interview program tonight in the Clive Davis Theatre at the Grammy Museum, Olympic & Figueroa, across from Staple Center in downtown L.A.
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Set for release on August 7, Bridgewater's latest album, “Dee Dee’s Feathers,” is a journey through the history of New Orleans as told through song collaborations with GRAMMY winner IRVIN MAYFIELD & THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ ORCHESTRA, and the album is an homage to the people and culture of New Orleans in honor of the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
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Over the course of a four-decade career, multiple GRAMMY-winning jazz artist DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER has ascended to the upper echelon of vocalists, putting her unique spin on standards while re-envisioning jazz classics. She's performed with such jazz notables as Max Roach, Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon, and Dizzy Gillespie, and has released a series of critically acclaimed albums, including “Dear Ella,” her tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, and “Eleanora Fagan (1915-1959): To Billie with Love,” both of which received GRAMMY Awards. Bridgewater also won a Tony Award for her role as “Glinda” in 1975's “The Wiz,” and received a British “Laurence Olivier” nomination for “Best Actress in a Musical” for her role in “Lady Day.”
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As a “Goodwill Ambassador” to the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization, Bridgewater continues to appeal for international solidarity to finance global grassroots projects in the fight against world hunger.
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The GRAMMY Museum hosts Bridgewater and Mayfield for an intimate discussion surrounding their career and new album, followed by a special performance featuring Bridgewater, Mayfield and the Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz Performance Ensemble, hosted by Scott Goldman, Vice President of the GRAMMY Foundation.
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Tix at www.grammymuseum.org, or call 213-763-2133. Doors at 7:30 pm for the best seats.
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Be sure to peruse the Guide’s “TICKET ALERTS” in this edition for a wide variety of upcoming Grammy Museum programs.
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Thu Aug 27, in OC (Laguna):
5 pm Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the ongoing daily “SAWDUST FESTIVAL” at the Festival of the Arts Grounds, 935 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach 92651.
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Full lineup of music acts and events for the day and the summer season are at:
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http://sawdustartfestival.org/festivals/
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Celebrating the 20th anniversary as a globetrotting band, Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS are the only Americans ever to play the Folk Festival in Palau, among their many accomplishments. Check ’em out, in action, at:
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=llHKUzjggg4 plus, Lisa’s “Chicken Fiddler” video has reached the new Nickelodeon TV show, “React To That!” at: www.nick.com/react-to-that
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Sat, Aug 29, in Whittier:
3-7 pm PADDY'S PIG, a fine trad Irish band, plays Mulcahey's, 15334 Whittier Bl, #8, Whittier 90603.
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Missy, Mike, Damon, Marty, & Jon — Paddy's Pig — always look and sound wonderful on stage. They tell us, "We've got new venues we're playing for the first time, new songs we've been writing, and new recordings on the way! Thanks so much for supporting and enjoying local Irish music!"
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More at: www.paddyspig.com
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Sat, Aug 29. In L.A.:
(Time tba) JOE BONAMASSA plays the Greek Theatre, in Griffith Park (L.A.)
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He also plays Aug 24 in Paso Robles, and Aug 25 at the Santa Barbara Bowl.
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Fri, Aug 28, in SGV (Arcadia):
8-11:30 pm RICKY Z, plus BOBBY BLUEHOUSE, at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E Huntington Dr (just E of Santa Anita Av), Arcadia; www.arcadiabluesclub.com
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A great night of blues featuring Ricky Z, the talented axeman with Steve Lukather, Josh Groban, Lauryn Hill, Sheila E., Gloria Estefan, and others. Expect a “Blues, Rockin' Cajun Fest” with Bobby Bluehouse & special guests.
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Doors at 7 pm. Venue has good food (generous portions), full bar, pool tables. Substantial discount for tix bought online. Fun place, but bring earplugs. Seriously.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, Aug 29, in San Pedro:
8 pm STREET CORNER RENAISSANCE brings doo-wop classics with soaring harmonies to the Grand Annex in San Pedro.
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This exciting act has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Diana Reeves, and many other “name” stars.
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Sun, Aug 30, in Long Beach:
Noon-5 pm 1st Annual “LONG BEACH TIKI SOCIAL + TIKI SWAPMEET” includes appropriately-themed live music, hosted by Roxanne's Cocktail Lounge and the New Latin Grill, at Roxanne's Cocktail Lounge, 1115 E Wardlow Rd, Long Beach 90807
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First band starts at 2 pm. The promo says, “August 30th will bring together the best that Southern California has to offer in the Tiki world, Including Kelly Merrel from Trader Sam's, Local Tiki bands from all around Southern California, the best tiki vendors So-Cal has to offer, as well as local vendors.” An “After-Party” at Roxanne’s starts immediately at 5 pm. Mahalo.
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21+ event, Food will be served. Tix: “Lei Package” $16.82; regular tix, $6.27 are sold-out.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sun, Aug 30, in Santa Barbara:
7 pm DIANA KRALL with special guest GREGORY PORTER play the Santa Barbara Bowl, 1122 N Milpas St, Santa Barbara 93103; 805-962-7411.
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Five-time GRAMMY Award-winning jazz pianist and world renowned singer DIANA KRALL plays the Santa Barbara Bowl as part of her "Wallflower World Tour." Krall has made several national TV appearances to promote the tour, including performances on “LIVE! with Kelly and Michael” on Feb 2 and “The Late Show with David Letterman” on Feb 3.
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Produced by 16-time GRAMMY Award-winning producer David Foster, “Wallflower” finds Krall breaking new ground with her interpretations of some of the all-time best-selling pop songs. The album features popular classics from the late ’60s to present day that have inspired Krall since her early years, as well as an unreleased composition from Paul McCartney, titled "If I Take You Home Tonight".
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The "Wallflower World Tour" features Krall performing the Mamas and the Papas' "California Dreaming," the Eagles' "Desperado," and Bob Dylan's "Wallflower," which inspired the album's title track. Krall is accompanied onstage by folk luminary STUART DUNCAN on fiddle, ANTHONY WILSON on guitar, DENNIS CROUCH on bass, KARRIEM RIGGINS on drums, and PATRICK WARREN on keyboards.
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Diana Krall recently headlined “The Montreal International Jazz Festival” performing to over 100,000 loyal fans. Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. To date, she has won five Grammy Awards, eight Juno Awards and has also earned nine gold, three platinum and seven multi-platinum albums. Her unique artistry transcends any single musical style and has made her one of the most recognizable artists of our time.
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There’s plenty more on Diana Krall at:
www.dianakrall.com/
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GREGORY PORTER, fellow GRAMMY winner and renowned jazz musiacian, joins Diana Krall on this tour. Porter has been called “The next great male jazz singer” by NPR Music. His last album brought this from the Wall Street Journal: “‘Liquid Spirit’ is shot through with gospel, blues and R&B influences… the title track pairs soulful horns with a deep, enveloping bassline that frames the California native’s supple tenor.” The New York Times wrote, “Gregory Porter [is] a powerful baritone who writes his own songs… from a more ’70s or early ’80s-oriented place in the African-American jazz tradition, strong and sometimes experimental yet serenely unacademic, and mightily good.”
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Tix ,$84.50 - $49.50, at https://sbbowl.com
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Sun, Aug 30. ONLINE CONCERT:
(Time tba) MARINA V, the delightful and globetrotting piano and acoustic guitar-based performing songwriter, does a live concert from her house in Southern California, before embarking on more tour dates in Europe & the US East Coast.
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Marina says, “Tune into our next online concert! Wherever you are in the world, you can attend, and as always, Nick & I will take song requests and answer your questions. Our tour with Árstíðir was amazing. Nick & I became good friends with this wonderful Icelandic band and loved touring with them (in spite of exausting days and typical road challenges. If you watched our TOUR DOCUMENTARY you now understand :)). Big thanks to every one of you who came to the shows!! And big thanks to our 2 Songs A Month Club members! Your support makes a huge difference every month.”
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Marina V is on the road now, in fact, opening for HOWARD JONES in Atlanta, GA, and Washington, DC, Aug 16 & 18. She says, “Both venues are beautiful theatres.”
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NOTE...
On August 22, MARINA V and Nick play CalTech's famed Beckman Auditorium in Pasadena.
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After this Aug 30 online concert, Nick & Marina are off to the Netherlands, playing the “Redhead Days Festival” Sep 4 & 5 in Breda. Marina then continues, sans Nick, to play 2 shows in Germany (Cologne) with her friends JOHNA, then one more solo show in Moscow.
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Always full of good ideas, Marina reports, “We drove 4,885 miles on this tour, and the contest winners of "Guess How Many Miles We Will Drive on this Tour" are: 1st place, Kirk G. from Venice, CA (he guessed 4,715 miles); 2nd place, Alex S. from Ontario, Canada (he guessed 4,656 miles); 3rd place, Joyce L. from Chicago, IL (she guessed 4,599 miles).” A fun bit of fan involvement that brough nice prizes.
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Watch tonight’s ONLINE CONCERT and discover this delightful artist at:
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https://www.concertwindow.com/9673-marina-v
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More at:
www.MarinaV.com
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Fri-Sun, Sep 4-27, in Pomona:
93rd annual “LOS ANGELES COUNTY FAIR” at Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Av, Pomona 91768.
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This annual fete is a major Southern California family tradition with big time concert headliners and plenty more live music by non-famous musicians and bands throughout the enormous fairgrounds. Like the other major fairs – OC< Ventura, San Diego County – this one includes all the concerts with gate admission.
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The Guide is preparing the same kind of complete concert coverage that we brought our readers for the just-ended Orange County Fair and Ventura County Fair.
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The event starts Labor Day weekend and runs through the month of September with something for everyone — themed attractions, a carnival midway, concerts, FairKids Field Trips, community events, wine tasting, horse racing, shopping, and that iconic Fair food.
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat Sep 5, in Ventura:
7:30 pm Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS play the prestigious “OLIVAS ADOBE CONCERT SERIES” at the historic Olivas Adobe, 4200 Olivas Park Dr, Ventura 92002.
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GET TIX EARLY or you’ll find it sold-out: www.cityofventura.net/mus
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Celebrating the 20th anniversary as a globetrotting band, Grammy-noms LISA HALEY & THE ZYDEKATS are the only Americans ever to play the Folk Festival in Palau, among their many accomplishments. Check ’em out, in action, at:
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www.youtube.com/watch?v=llHKUzjggg4 plus, Lisa’s “Chicken Fiddler” video has reached the new Nickelodeon TV show, “React To That!” at: www.nick.com/react-to-that
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Thu, 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 12, in OC (Seal Beach):
8 pm INCENDIO, that exceptionally noteworthy trio of fiery acoustic string wizards, plays Spaghettini in Seal Beach.
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Details at: www.incendioband.com
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Sun, Sep 13, in Topanga:
10:30 am EVO BLUESTEIN plays his "Evo's Kid's Concert" for the "FAMILY FUNDAYS: THEATRICUM KIDS CONCERT” series at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga; 310-455-3723; www.theatricum.com
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There is also the ongoing "Peter Alsop's Children's Concert Series" here; if you have small fry, keep an eye on the venue's website.
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Tix, $10.
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Thu, Sep 17, in the Marina:
(Time tba) PADDY'S PIG, a fine trad Irish band, plays the first of three gigs for "HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK'S DAY," this one at Brennan's in Marina Del Rey.
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Missy, Mike, Damon, Marty, & Jon — Paddy's Pig — always look and sound wonderful on stage. They tell us, "We've got new venues we're playing for the first time, new songs we've been writing, and new recordings on the way! Thanks so much for supporting and enjoying local Irish music!"
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More at: www.paddyspig.com
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Fri, Sep 18, in the near IE (Rialto):
4 pm PADDY'S PIG, a fine trad Irish band, plays one of three gigs for "HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK'S DAY," this one at O'Leary's in Rialto.
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Missy, Mike, Damon, Marty, & Jon — Paddy's Pig — always look and sound wonderful on stage. They tell us
"We've got new venues we're playing for the first time, new songs we've been writing, and new recordings on the way! Thanks so much for supporting and enjoying local Irish music!"
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More at: www.paddyspig.com
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Sat, Sep 19, in Hollywood:
LILA DOWNS plays the Hollywood Pantages.
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Sat, Sep 19, in Redondo Beach:
(Time tba) PADDY'S PIG, a fine trad Irish band, plays the last of three gigs for "HALFWAY TO ST. PATRICK'S DAY," this one at Hennessey's Tavern in Redondo Beach.
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Missy, Mike, Damon, Marty, & Jon — Paddy's Pig — always look and sound wonderful on stage. They tell us, "We've got new venues we're playing for the first time, new songs we've been writing, and new recordings on the way! Thanks so much for supporting and enjoying local Irish music!"
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More at: www.paddyspig.com
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Sat, Sep 26, in Pasadena:
5 pm "MAGICAL MOONLIGHT SONATA GALA," a full program by the PASADENA SYMPHONY & POPS, at Ambassador Gardens, 380 W Green St, Pasadena 91123.
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Pasadena Symphony and POPS annual gala, “Moonlight Sonata,” features music under the stars, a deluxe dining experience with Claud & Co., an awards presentation, and exciting live and silent auction opportunities. All hosted by DAVID LOCKINGTON, Music Director, Pasadena Symphony and POPS.
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Maestro Lockington adds, “This year, the Pasadena Symphony and POPS is honoring Anne Akiko Meyers (violinist extraordinaire), Peter Hoffman (Sierra Auto Group) and Kin Hui (Singpoli Group) - three amazing and thrillingly supportive members of the PSA family. There is space in the event program book to offer your congratulations to these luminaries -email eventinfo@pasadenasymphony-pops.org to learn more.”
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Tix and more info: www.pasadenasymphony-pops.org
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√ A Guide "SHOW of the WEEK" Pick...
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Sat, Sep 26, in L.A.:
8 pm BRIGITTE, the Platinum-selling French indie sister-duo, known for their retro folk Parisian style, at the Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State L.A., 5151 State University Dr, Los Angeles 90032; 323-343-6600; www.luckmanarts.org
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The Alliance Française de Pasadena presents this as a fundraiser for the Alliance and its educational programs, in collaboration with The Luckman fine arts complex.
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Pre-show reception at 7 pm, concert at 8 pm.
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All tix include the reception where you can enjoy a selection of wine and cheeses.
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$50 limited tix are preferred seating with the best front-center seats in the house.
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$25 to $35 general admission tix, despite being billed as "concert-only," also include the pre-show reception hosted by "French Morning" with refreshments and snacks at 7 pm.
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Tix at: www.luckmanarts.org
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Fri, 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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A Guide “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Wed, Oct 7, in Santa Barbara:
7 pm DON HENLEY (EAGLES), plus special guest SHAWN COLVIN, play the Santa Barbara Bowl. A real "wow" of a double-bill; like you'd see at a festival, but here with a better seat.
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Tix: On sale SAT, AUG 8, 11 am, at:
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http://m.ticketmaster.com/event/09004EFEDC516588?brand=nederlanderla&camefrom=cfc_ndrcon_ned_Aug5
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√ A “SHOW-of-the-WEEK” pick...
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Sat, 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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Tue, Jan 19, 2016, in OC (Anaheim):
6-9 pm "MUSIC PRODUCTS MEDIA PREVIEW" on the Disney Garden Walk, Anaheim.
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Presented by RobertsonComm (Robertson Communications Corp.) It's a pre-NAMM event.
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