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LATE ADDITIONS are underway for the Fri-Sun June-15-16 weekend. Unless we can get an entirely new edition published, this edition is where the latest will appear, as we get to it and get it in here. Additions here also include fresh ONGOING EVENTS and things that happen Thursday, June 13...
Nothing has been removed from what was originally published.
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IN THIS "WELCOME-TO-JUNE" EDITION...
☆ The summer blooming of the Southern California MUSIC SCENE, plus arts and film events and more that's out 'n about:
◇ ONGOING EVENTS in the first section
◇ DAY-BY-DAY EVENTS thereafter, listed by date & start time (festivals first)
♡ Short news feature: CELTIC COWBOY ROOTS?
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♡ ONGOING EVENTS...
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...some ending soon, some impending.
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ONGOING, FREE: Jun 18-Aug 24:
11 am-5 pm - “GENERATION W(AR): INVESTIGATING THE MECHANISMS BEHIND THE MILITARIZATION OF SOCIETY” at the Torrance Art Museum, 3320 Civic Center Dr, Torrance, CA 90503
* Runs regular gallery hours: Tue-Sat, 11 am-5 pm, Jun 18-Aug 24. Closed Sun, Mon, and all major holidays.
* Features 16 artists reflecting on increased military engagement across the globe.
* Opens June 15 with an evening reception, 6 pm-9 pm; see listing.
* Pictured, “Besieged,” by Jerome Lagarrigue.
* "GENERATION W(ar)" explores the intersections between art and warfare, between artists who focus their art practice toward political expression and criticisms of the institutionalization of war into the fabric of society.
* The 16 featured artists are Shusuke Ao, Josh Azzarella, Vanessa Beecroft, Dan Van Clapp, Melanie Friend, Shaun Gladwell, Ben Jackel, Jerome Lagarrigue, Dinh Q Lê, Hillary Mushkin, Simon Norfolk, Isabel Rocamora, Kim Rugg, Joaquín Segura, Allison Stewart, Yoram Wolberger, and there is a continuous screening of the film, "Body of War" by Harun Farocki.
* 21-year olds have never lived during a time when the US was not at war. How and where can we see this reflected in the art works of our time? Where does patriotism end and nationalism begin? How much militarism in a democracy is too much?
* The artists of "Generation W(ar)" investigate the mechanisms behind the militarization of society, the embedding of the warrior culture, the invisibility of things in plain sight, and the daily relationship to war that underlies the culture at large.
* Curated by Ichiro Irie and Max Presneill.
* Info: 310-618-6388 or www.TorranceArtMuseum.com
* FREE admission.
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ONGOING, through Jun 30:
"HAPPY DAYS," by SAMUEL BECKETT, onstage at the L.A. Music Center's Mark Taper Forum, 135 N Grand Av, downtown Los Angeles CA
* Extensive good review at: https://easyreadernews.com/happy-days-samuel-becketts-trouble-in-paradise-at-the-taper/
* Performances run Tue-Friday at 8 pm, Sat at 2:30 pm & 8 pm, and Sunday at 1 pm & 6:30 pm. Exceptions, no 1 pm performances on Sun, Jun 2 & 23; no 8 pm performance on Sat, Jun 8; and no 2:30 pm performance on Sat, Jun 15. Closes with the 1 pm performance on Sun, Jun 30.
* TIX, $115 to $32, at 213-628-2772 or www.CenterTheatreGroup.org
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ONGOING, Jun 14-30:
New Stuff Productions presents Theresa Rebeck’s “SEMINAR” at the Second Story Theater, 710 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach CA
* The play was staged at the Ahmanson with Jeff Goldblum a few seasons back. It centers on four young would-be writers and their self-important professor. Jack Messenger directs.
* Runs through Jun 30: Fri & Sat at 8 pm, plus Sat & Sun 2 pm matinees.
* Tix, $30, at 310-710-7035 or www.newstuffproductions.com
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ONGOING, Jun 13-Aug 17, FREE LIVE THEATRE:
"SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13 with a thtee-night opening of “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse, at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* They are doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* Season calendar; all June productions at 8 pm; most nights in July and Aug at 7 pm, with a few at 8 pm:
♤ “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” dir. by James Rice, is at at Pt. Fermin on: Jun 27 & 29 at 7 pm, and Jul 5 at 8 pm, and returns Aug 17, 8 pm, for the season's grand finale at Pt. Fermin.
• ALSO RUNS:
• Jul 7, at Civic Center, 30940 Hawthorne Bl, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
• Jul 11, 7 pm, at Valley Park, Valley & Gould, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
• Jul 12, 7 pm, at Monte Verde Park, 4626 Shadeway Rd, Lakewood, CA 90714
• Jul 14, 7 pm, at Rush Park, 3021 Blume Dr, Rossmoor, CA 90720
• Jul 17, 7 pm, at the Venice Beach Boardwalk, 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291
• Jul 21, 7 pm, at Cesar Chavez Park, 1401 Golden Av, Long Beach, CA 90802
• Jul 24, 7 pm, at Roxbury Park, 471 Roxbury Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
• Jul 25, 7 pm, at Birch Park, 210 N Birch St, Santa Ana, CA 92701
• Jul 27, 7 pm, at Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501
• Jul 28, 7 pm, at Terranea Resort, 100 Terranea Wy, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
• Aug 1, 7 pm, at Garfield Park, 1000 Park Av, South Pasadena, CA 91030
• Aug 4, 7 pm, at Eisenhower Park, The Pier, Main & Ocean Av, Seal Beach, CA 90740
• Aug 7, 7 pm, at Soka University, 1 University Dr, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
• Aug 8, 7 pm, at Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Av, Santa Monica, CA 90404
• Aug 10, 7 pm, at Polliwog Park, 1601 Manhattan Beach Bl, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
• Aug 14, 7 pm, at La Mirada Community Regional Park, 13701 Adelfa Dr, La Mirada, CA 90638
• Aug 15, 7 pm, at Don Knabe Community Regional Park, 19700 Bloomfield Av, Cerritos, CA 90703
♧ "HENRY V" dir. by Stephanie Coltrin, is at at Pt. Fermin on Jun 20-22 & 28 at 7 pm, and Jul 6 at 8 pm; it returns to this, the home venue, Aug 16, 8 pm, for the grand finale.
• ALSO RUNS at all these venues:
• Jul 10, 7 pm, at Valley Park, Valley & Gould, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
• Jul 13, 7 pm, at Rush Park, 3021 Blume Dr, Rossmoor, CA 90720
• Jul 18, 7 pm, at Schabarum Park, 17250 Colima Rd, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
• Jul 19, 7 pm, at Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
• Jul 20, 7 pm, at Cesar Chavez Park, 1401 Golden Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
• Jul 26, 7 pm, at Wilson Park, 2200 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501
• Jul 31, 7 pm, at Garfield Park, 1000 Park Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
• Aug 2, 7 pm, at Adventure Park, 10130 Gunn Ave, Whittier, CA 90605
• Aug 3, 7 pm, at Los Encinos State Historic Park, 16756 Moorpark St, Encino, CA 91436
• Aug 9, 7 pm, at Polliwog Park, 1601 Manhattan Beach Bl, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
• Aug 11, 7 pm, at Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90036
* FREE to attend at all the venues; donations accepted.
* Info: 310-217-7596 or www.shakespearebythesea.org
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ART SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED through Aug 15...
The 8th annual “CA 101 2019” art event takes place from Oct 4 to 13 on Fisherman’s Wharf in Redondo Beach CA.
* Organizers are now accepting submissions, through August 15, in most mediums (check for each specific medium).
* Inquiries to Sandra Liljenwall, exhibition director, at 310-617-2840 or email sandra@ca101artexhibit.com
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ONGOING, through Sep 30:
L.A. RIVER KAYAKING, NATURAL SECTIONS, RE-OPEN FOR 2019 SEASON. It isn't all an ugly concrete ditch. There are stretches that are wild, where the Army Corps of Engineers found it had "no bottom," and so they couldn't concrete and entomb the river. Those stretches are loaded with wildlife, and in recent years, the best outdoor adventure anywhere below the high San Gabriel Mountains.
L.A. RIVER KAYAKING, NATURAL SECTIONS, RE-OPEN FOR 2019 SEASON. It isn't all an ugly concrete ditch. There are stretches that are wild, where the Army Corps of Engineers found it had "no bottom," and so they couldn't concrete and entomb the river. Those stretches are loaded with wildlife, and in recent years, the best outdoor adventure anywhere below the high San Gabriel Mountains.
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* You can go sit on the bank with your guitar, write songs, or just enjoy the bird songs.
* The more adventurous are offered guided experiences or can just "put in" with their own or a rented kayak.
* There ARE rules, starting with going in only at marked entry points; it's illegal and unsafe to just go in anywhere; the current in the concrete inner ditch is deceptively fast and frequently drowns those dumb enough to get in it.
* From Memorial Day through Sep 30, bookings for guided tours are available. Currently, reservations for those guided experiences are being taken through the first week of June, with more dates, through the summer, opening up soon. (Link below.)
* The two major areas of entry for natural surroundings / river adventure can be found at the Sepulveda Basin River and Elysian Valley. See the downloadable simplified maps of each (addresses online) and be sure to download the rules and cautions.
* Get all the info, rules, etc, at:http://lariverrecreation.org/2017/05/19/about-the-los-angeles-river-recreation-zone/
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ONGOING, FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES:
2 pm-4 pm - "CONCERTS AT METLOX" is a Free live music series on SUNDAYS, May 26-Sun, Sep 1, at Metlox, 451 Manhattan Beach Bl, Manhattan Beach CA
* Bring a blanket or chair.
* Metered parking in the Metlox structure.
* Band line-up for the season, at: www.metloxmb.com/events/
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* Bring a blanket or chair.
* Metered parking in the Metlox structure.
* Band line-up for the season, at: www.metloxmb.com/events/
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7:30 pm-10 pm start times; vary by sunset - "FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT" returns May 24 for the summer, on the Boardwalk at Redondo Beach Pier (below Kincaid’s), 500 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach CA
* Bring a low-back beach chair or blanket.
* Screening starts at dusk so actual times vary.
* Up-to-date movie schedule at: www.redondopier.com
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* Bring a low-back beach chair or blanket.
* Screening starts at dusk so actual times vary.
* Up-to-date movie schedule at: www.redondopier.com
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MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART -- MOCA -- Admission is now FREE. On May 18, the downtown Los Angeles art museum, atop Bunker Hill and a short walk from the Music Center, announced complimentary tickets for all visitors, thanks to a $10 million donation. The funding is reported to be enough to enable no-fee entry for the next five years. BUT CHECK WITH THE VENUE TO BE SURE THE NEW NO-FEE ADMISSON HAS STARTED.
"We're so excited to add MOCA to the list as a museum that's *always* free, no matter the day! This is a massive opportunity for Southern California locals and tourists alike to discover everything the L.A. art scene has to offer," said a MOCA spokesperson.
Want to visit more Los Angeles-area art institutions and museums for no charge? Head to the DoLA site to check out the designated days you can do that, at: https://dola.com/p/los-angeles-free-museum-days
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OPENED May 15...
MUSEUM OF DREAM SPACE (MODS) grand opening was May 15, 2019.
* Advance tix at a 25% discount are available now.
* MODS is the first museum in the US that's focused on exhibiting digital art.
* The design concept of MODS is illuminated by art design from Yayoi Kusama (famous for "infinite rooms") and the global development of digital art.
* The aim of MODS is to provide an immersive, magical and unique art experience to visitors.
* DISCOUNT TIX at: https://modsla.com/
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ONGOING, month of June...
"ASSOCIATED ARTISTS GALLERY EXHIBITION" in the gallery/artists studios at 1815 W 215th St, Torrance CA.
* 50 paintings by 30 Associate Artists affiliated with "Destination: Art" are displayed for the entire month of June.
* June 1 is the exclusive reception from 5 to 7 pm, with awards; see that listing.
* Info, 310-742-3192 or www.destination-art.net
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ONGOING, opened May 25:
10 am-5:45 pm - SEASIDE LAGOON reopens May 25 in Hermosa Beach, open daily for the summer through Mon, Sep 2. Swim in the protected saltwater lagoon. A children’s play area, snack bar, barbeque pits and tables for parties are available. Info, 310-318-0681.
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THE FIRST "UPSIDE DOWN HOUSE" in L.A., presented by the Museum of Illusions, holds its Grand Opening today at 6751 Hollywood Bl, Hollywood CA 90028
* As the Monty Python line goes, "And now for something completely different."
* Featuring interactive upside down rooms: bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living room, and more.
* Their promo contends that "You’ll amaze your friends and family when they see you dancing on the ceiling. You won’t be bored sitting on the couch when it’s hanging above you!"
* Uh huh. When you install a live band hanging upside down from the ceiling, call us.
* Here's their video, for the easily amused: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ko2edli37yxeri3/UDH.mov?dl=0
* If you wanna go, get 20% off Pre-Sale Tickets now, at: https://laillusions.com/upside-down-house/
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Ongoing: May 19, 2019–Jan 5, 2020:
Art exhibition: "COYOTE LEAVES THE RES: THE ART OF HARRY FONSECA" at the Autry Museum of the American West, across from the L.A. Zoo in Griffith Park, at 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
* Featuring paintings, sketches, and lithographs, this exhibition focuses on the recurring figure of Coyote, a trickster, shape shifter, and storyteller capable of moving undetected between different worlds.
* Fonseca was an instrumental force in reshaping Native art with his trademark blend of traditional imagery, contemporary experience, and vibrant color and form. As he used his art to explore both his personal journey and the role of history in shaping Native consciousness in the present, Fonseca sought to expand definitions of American Indian art and to shatter the expectations and stereotypes that had long confined it.
* As both a gay man and a person of mixed heritage, Fonseca used his work as a vehicle for self-discovery a means of navigating different aspects of his life and identity during a time when ideas about Native peoples were often driven by outside forces, including commercial markets, tourism, and historical clichés.
* RUNS May 19, 2019–January 5, 2020 in the Autry's George Montgomery Gallery.
* Opens daily at 10 am. Closes Tue-Fri at 4 pm, Sat & Sun at 5 pm.
* TIX: included with regular museum admission.
* More: https://theautry.org/exhibitions/coyote-leaves-res-art-harry-fonseca
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ONGOING, Sundays:
10 am-2 pm - THE GENTLE BARN welcomes visitors, and makes a great Earth Day or Easter destination, at 15825 Sierra Hwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91390; www.gentlebarn.org/california/
* Go hug the cows, give the pigs tummy rubs, cuddle the turkeys, and enjoy a beautiful day at the Gentle Barn.
* To ensure that the smaller animals in the upper barnyard don't feel stressed or overcrowded, groups are allowed to go into the upper barnyard after a presentation.
* Out of respect for the animals, do not bring any dairy, egg, meat, poultry, or seafood onto the property.
* This is an outdoor farm environment; it's recommended all guests wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, a hat, and plenty of sunscreen. Be sure to bring plenty of water for your group.
* TIX (Donation) adults $22, kids $12. Website above.
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* Go hug the cows, give the pigs tummy rubs, cuddle the turkeys, and enjoy a beautiful day at the Gentle Barn.
* To ensure that the smaller animals in the upper barnyard don't feel stressed or overcrowded, groups are allowed to go into the upper barnyard after a presentation.
* Out of respect for the animals, do not bring any dairy, egg, meat, poultry, or seafood onto the property.
* This is an outdoor farm environment; it's recommended all guests wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, a hat, and plenty of sunscreen. Be sure to bring plenty of water for your group.
* TIX (Donation) adults $22, kids $12. Website above.
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ONGOING, May 28-Jun 9, STAGE MUSICAL:
"CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY" is a new live musical adaptation of the "Willy Wonka" tale, at Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 714-556-2787; https://www.scfta.org
* For anyone delighted by the feature film starring the late GENE WILDER in one of his most beloved roles, this ROALD DAHL adaptation features songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," alongside a toe-tapping new score from the songwriters of "Hairspray."
* OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL: see our May 28, 7:30 pm listing.
* Curtain at 7:30 pm 5/31-6/1 & 6/4-6/8; 1 pm & 6:30 pm on 6/2 & 6/9; additional 2 pm matinees on 6/1 & 6/8.
* TIX, https://scfta.org/events/2019/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory
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"CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY" is a new live musical adaptation of the "Willy Wonka" tale, at Segerstrom Center for the Performing Arts, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 714-556-2787; https://www.scfta.org
* For anyone delighted by the feature film starring the late GENE WILDER in one of his most beloved roles, this ROALD DAHL adaptation features songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," alongside a toe-tapping new score from the songwriters of "Hairspray."
* OPENING NIGHT SPECIAL: see our May 28, 7:30 pm listing.
* Curtain at 7:30 pm 5/31-6/1 & 6/4-6/8; 1 pm & 6:30 pm on 6/2 & 6/9; additional 2 pm matinees on 6/1 & 6/8.
* TIX, https://scfta.org/events/2019/charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory
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☆ DATE-SPECIFIC EVENTS...
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...festivals to concerts to club gigs to film screenings and more. If folky-Americana-ish / acoustic renaissance / film-video-sound-lovers and other creative types are apt to like it, then it's in here. Along with plenty of opportunities to broaden one's horizons...
FESTIVALS appear first in each day's listings, then all the other events that day are chronological, by start time. Note that SUNDAY listings do not re-list festivals that started on Saturday (or earlier), AND, you should always remember to take a gander at the "Ongoing Events" section, to get the complete picture of all that's happening.
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JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY, the first US President born in the 20th century, was born on this day in 1917.
It will not be possible to elect a president born in the 21st century until at least 2036, since the Constitution requires the president be at least 35 years old.
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Thu-Sat, May 30-Jun 1, FILM TECH CONFERENCE:
Annnual "CINE GEAR EXPO" for 2019, the premier annual event for professionals engaged in the film and entertainment technology industry, at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, CA
■ FREE REGISTRATION ENDS SATURDAY, May 25, 2019 at 11:59 pm Pacific time.
(If it shows $30 due at the door after you register, you will get an email later confirming it's FREE if you register before the deadline.)
□ After today, a $30 CASH admission fee will apply to all new registrants, payable at the door.
JOHN FITZGERALD KENNEDY, the first US President born in the 20th century, was born on this day in 1917.
It will not be possible to elect a president born in the 21st century until at least 2036, since the Constitution requires the president be at least 35 years old.
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Thu-Sat, May 30-Jun 1, FILM TECH CONFERENCE:
Annnual "CINE GEAR EXPO" for 2019, the premier annual event for professionals engaged in the film and entertainment technology industry, at Paramount Studios in Hollywood, CA
■ FREE REGISTRATION ENDS SATURDAY, May 25, 2019 at 11:59 pm Pacific time.
(If it shows $30 due at the door after you register, you will get an email later confirming it's FREE if you register before the deadline.)
□ After today, a $30 CASH admission fee will apply to all new registrants, payable at the door.
■ Cine Gear features a lot; a simplified list follows.
□ 300 exhibits
■ New products
□ Service introductions
■ 30+ complimentary seminars led by industry leaders.
□ Master classes
■ Film competition
□ 300 exhibits
■ New products
□ Service introductions
■ 30+ complimentary seminars led by industry leaders.
□ Master classes
■ Film competition
□ Awards ceremony: Cine Gear Expo Industry Reception and Awards Ceremony on Fri, May 31, 8 pm–10 pm at the Paramount Theater and Paseo Grounds
■ Special screenings in state of the art theaters
□ Ample opportunity to network with peers within a studio environment
□ May 30: Film Series Competition Screenings
■ May 31-June 1: Exhibits, Premier Seminars, Exclusive Screenings, Awards Presentations, Special Events
■ Special screenings in state of the art theaters
□ Ample opportunity to network with peers within a studio environment
□ May 30: Film Series Competition Screenings
■ May 31-June 1: Exhibits, Premier Seminars, Exclusive Screenings, Awards Presentations, Special Events
□ June 2: Master Classes
■ 27 Premiere Seminars
□ Extra ticket events, Thu May 30:
• 6 Independent Short Finalists, noon-2:15 pm, tix $10
• 8 Music Video Finalists, 2:30 pm-3 pm, tix $7
• 9 Student Short Finalists, 3:45 pm-5:50 pm, tix $10
• or purchase a "Film Series Pass" for all screenings for $25
• Master Classes, total of 4.
■ REGISTRATION (free through Saturday): http://www.cinegearexpo.com/la-expo-attendee-registration
□ Full info: http://www.cinegearexpo.com/
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■ 27 Premiere Seminars
□ Extra ticket events, Thu May 30:
• 6 Independent Short Finalists, noon-2:15 pm, tix $10
• 8 Music Video Finalists, 2:30 pm-3 pm, tix $7
• 9 Student Short Finalists, 3:45 pm-5:50 pm, tix $10
• or purchase a "Film Series Pass" for all screenings for $25
• Master Classes, total of 4.
■ REGISTRATION (free through Saturday): http://www.cinegearexpo.com/la-expo-attendee-registration
□ Full info: http://www.cinegearexpo.com/
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Thu, May 30:
7 pm - DAVID BENOIT, world-renowned jazz artist, joins the musicians playing the "Mira Costa High School Band Boosters" ANNUAL POPS CONCERT at Mira Costa High School, in the school’s auditorium at 1401 Artesia Bl, Manhattan Beach, CA
* In addition to some of Benoit’s classic songs, the group will feature hits by Queen and The Beatles.
* Tickets, $10 general; students and seniors get in free.
* TIX & info at: www.miracostabands.weebly.com/
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7 pm - DAVID BENOIT, world-renowned jazz artist, joins the musicians playing the "Mira Costa High School Band Boosters" ANNUAL POPS CONCERT at Mira Costa High School, in the school’s auditorium at 1401 Artesia Bl, Manhattan Beach, CA
* In addition to some of Benoit’s classic songs, the group will feature hits by Queen and The Beatles.
* Tickets, $10 general; students and seniors get in free.
* TIX & info at: www.miracostabands.weebly.com/
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Thu, May 30:
7:30 pm - "JAZZ AT THE BLUE GUITAR" the every-Thursday series of jazz & blues, brings THE MOLLY MILLER TRIO of Molly, Jay Bellerose, & Jennifer Condos, at The Blue Guitar room at Arroyo Seco Golf Course, 1055 Lohman Ln, South Pasadena, CA 91030
* Los Angeles native Molly Miller has performed, recorded, and toured with the likes of Jason Mraz, Wynton Marsalis, Donna Missal, Ashley Clark, and Printz Board.
* She grew up playing guitar in a band with her four siblings, performing on national television and winning music awards all around the country.
* Molly graduated recently with her doctorate in guitar performance from the University of Southern California’s prestigious Thornton School of Music.
* The trio works frequently with OVER THE RHINE.
* She has performed at major festivals ranging from "Umbria Jazz Festival" in Italy and "Charlotte Jazz Festival" to Seattle's massive "Bumbershoot" to "Riotfest." She is just back from globetrotting with Jason Mraz.
* The adjacent Arroyo Seco Grill, open until 8:30 pm, has food, wine, and full bar.
* TIX, https://deepmix.thundertix.com/events/149973/saleable_seats?performance_id=2327221
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Thu, May 30:
7:30 pm - AN OPERATIC RARITY, “DER ZWERG,” is the inaugural production of NUMI OPERA at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles CA
* “Der Zwerg” is ALEXANDER VON ZEMLINSKY’s opera based on a story by OSCAR WILDE.
* Among its fine cast of performers features South Bay baritone Roberto Perlas Gómez (the others being Shana Blake Hill, Oriana Falla, and Rodell Rosel).
* Two performances only, May 30 at 7:30 pm and June 2 at 2 pm.
* Tickets, $75 to $35, at 888-929-7849 or www.NumiOpera.org
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7:30 pm - AN OPERATIC RARITY, “DER ZWERG,” is the inaugural production of NUMI OPERA at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles CA
* “Der Zwerg” is ALEXANDER VON ZEMLINSKY’s opera based on a story by OSCAR WILDE.
* Among its fine cast of performers features South Bay baritone Roberto Perlas Gómez (the others being Shana Blake Hill, Oriana Falla, and Rodell Rosel).
* Two performances only, May 30 at 7:30 pm and June 2 at 2 pm.
* Tickets, $75 to $35, at 888-929-7849 or www.NumiOpera.org
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Thu, May 30:
8 pm - SOFIA TALVIK plays acoustic folk at Alvas Showroom, 1413 W 8th St, San Pedro CA 90732; 310-833-7538.
* Sofia mixes her Nordic melancholy with a twang of Americana, creating a special niche of folk music. Driven by a steady beat through foot percussion and rhythmic guitar picking, you can’t believe she is actually alone on stage. And in the centre are her invigorating vocals.
* Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages -- create your own dinner show.
* TIX & info: https://alvasshowroom.com/
* She also plays Wed in South Pasadena and Sat Jun 1 in Santa Barbara; see listings.
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Thu, May 30:
8 pm - SALTY SUITES play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001; reservations by phone only, 10 am-10 pm, 7 days, at 626-798-6236
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* Sofia mixes her Nordic melancholy with a twang of Americana, creating a special niche of folk music. Driven by a steady beat through foot percussion and rhythmic guitar picking, you can’t believe she is actually alone on stage. And in the centre are her invigorating vocals.
* Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages -- create your own dinner show.
* TIX & info: https://alvasshowroom.com/
* She also plays Wed in South Pasadena and Sat Jun 1 in Santa Barbara; see listings.
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Thu, May 30:
8 pm - SALTY SUITES play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001; reservations by phone only, 10 am-10 pm, 7 days, at 626-798-6236
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Friday
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Today is worldwide "No Tobacco Day." Despite the irrefutable science, many smokers are are so addicted to nicotine -- a chemical proven to be more addictive than heroin -- that they continue to destroy their health, and increase health care costs for all of us. Meanwhile, "vaping" is on the rise among high-school and junior-high/middle-school kids, quietly addicting them to nicotine and making them lifelong fodder of Big Tobacco's profitable machine of early death and diminished abilities. (If you smoke or vape, you ARE addicted, or will be, and that is an absolute certainty. And your exhaust gasses harm -- and annoy the hell out of -- the rest of us, who did not invite you to poison our air. Get help and quit.)
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Today is worldwide "No Tobacco Day." Despite the irrefutable science, many smokers are are so addicted to nicotine -- a chemical proven to be more addictive than heroin -- that they continue to destroy their health, and increase health care costs for all of us. Meanwhile, "vaping" is on the rise among high-school and junior-high/middle-school kids, quietly addicting them to nicotine and making them lifelong fodder of Big Tobacco's profitable machine of early death and diminished abilities. (If you smoke or vape, you ARE addicted, or will be, and that is an absolute certainty. And your exhaust gasses harm -- and annoy the hell out of -- the rest of us, who did not invite you to poison our air. Get help and quit.)
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☆ See Thursday's listings for FESTIVALS and multi-day events that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
Fri-Sun, May 31-Jun 2, FREE FESTIVAL:
14th Annual "LUMMIS DAYS FESTIVAL" has expanded to three full days on FIVE sites, connected by free shuttles that serve the venues and the remote parking lots.
* The festival celebrates the diversity, history and vibrant arts scene of Northeast L.A. with events at five locations presenting music, dance, poetry, film, theater, art and puppets.
* Admission to all Lummis Days Festival events is free.
* Venues, all in NE Los Angeles, are:
• Occidental College, Thorne Hall, 1600 Campus Rd, Eagle Rock / L.A.
• Southwest Museum, 234 Museum Dr, Mt. Washington / L.A.
• Boulevard Stage (outdoors), Avenue 50 at York Blvd, Highland Park / L.A.
• Lummis Home (historical museum), 200 E Avenue 43, Montecito Heights / L.A.
• Sycamore Grove Park, 4702 N Figueroa St, Lincoln Heights / L.A. (Uptown Danza Stage, The Bandshell, The Alisal Stage, The Angel Stage, Family Fun Area, and more "Elsewhere in the Park")
* You'll find everything from a blacksmith demonstration to the Independent Shakespeare Company of Los Angeles, and PLENTY of music.
* The "pointedly eclectic mix" of musical performances includes Afro-Cuban (Ricardo
Lemvo) and women’s mariachi (Mariachi
Lindas Mexicanas), and the festival prides itself on presenting interesting hybrids: cumbia-billy (Moonlight Trio), folk-a-delic (The Evangenitals), Mexican-South American-African-Jazz fusion (El Haru Kuroi) and cowboy-pop (Anderson Town).
* Over 20 musical acts perform on Lummis Days’ stages at Sycamore Grove Park (Sunday) and Avenue 50 at York Boulevard (Saturday).
* Be sure to catch Julie Crockett's edgy folk band with superb harmonies and creative acoustic arrangements. They're called (brace yourself) THE EVANGENITALS.
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| The Evangenitals. A must-see act. |
* This'll hook you: Evangenitals perform their song "Home" live at Kulak's Woodshed:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2oOcPIZssaI* "Bad Town" live by the Evangenitals at the Coffee Gallery Backstage:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2oOcPIZssaI
* "So Sweet" fully produced music video:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=e_MBN--_iBY#
* "Sun Is Shining" produced performance vid way back in 2007 already showed what was to come: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2oOcPIZssaI
* The Evangenitals perform "Gasoline" at Thunderbird Coffee in Austin, TX, back in '08:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2oOcPIZssaI
* Want earlier, from when we first found 'em? Evangenitals in '05, "For The Elderly (Part 1)":
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MY92-AvSOV0
* Here's their b&w retro undersea vid for "Moby Dick; or The Album," their 2014 release:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MY92-AvSOV0
* Evangenitals do "Just Stay Away From Me" live at Kulak's Woodshed:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2oOcPIZssaI
* Evangenitals performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival (Scotland) doing their edgy song, "Gasoline": https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2oOcPIZssaI
* FESTIVAL FUN FEATURE: Click on the poster from any of the previous 13 years of the festival and see images from that year's festival, at:
http://www.lummisday.org/12-years-of-lummis-day
* At Sycamore Grove Park, actors from the Independent Shakespeare Co. perform scenes from best-loved plays in audience-engaging style.
* The annual poetry reading at The Lummis Home will feature acclaimed poet Sesshu Foster and a free poetry workshop follows.
* A shuttle bus, provided by Council District 1, will ferry guests between Festival locations and parking sites on Sun, June 2.
* We're sorry to see that longtime host site HERITAGE SQUARE PARK is no longer a venue. It contributed the perfect atmosphere, and we hope it will be part of things again someday.
* THE COMPLETE SCHEDULE for all five venues, stages, and events, plus parking information, and the location of shuttle bus stops, is at: www.LummisDay.org
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Fri-Sun, May 31-Jun 2, FREE FESTIVAL:
"SALUTE TO RECREATION FAMILY FESTIVAL," combined with the "INTERNATIONAL TACO & MUSIC FESTIVAL," seems like an odd omnibus at the Northridge Recreation Center, 18300 Lemarsh St, Northridge / Los Angeles, CA 91324
* We can't tell you anything about the piggybacked second-billing because we don't know whose bringing the tacos or what kind of music is being served.
* The promo we received focuses on resurrecting from the dead the “Salute to Recreation Festival.” It was (and returns as) the FREE summer-kickoff event created in the San Fernando Valley in 1982. The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, along with the help of many sponsors, community organizations, and dedicated staff, hosted this annual festival at Northridge Park for 26 years. Historically, it DID HAVE plenty of good music.
* The event returns after several years of hiatus. At its peak, the "Salute to Recreation" attracted over 80,000 kids and adults of all ages during the festival weekend. They enjoyed its carnivals, live entertainment, children's activities, children's stage, and the Hawaiian Village. This is the effort to bring back all that. Plus "international tacos." And three days of unspecified music.
* Free admission.
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"SALUTE TO RECREATION FAMILY FESTIVAL," combined with the "INTERNATIONAL TACO & MUSIC FESTIVAL," seems like an odd omnibus at the Northridge Recreation Center, 18300 Lemarsh St, Northridge / Los Angeles, CA 91324
* We can't tell you anything about the piggybacked second-billing because we don't know whose bringing the tacos or what kind of music is being served.
* The promo we received focuses on resurrecting from the dead the “Salute to Recreation Festival.” It was (and returns as) the FREE summer-kickoff event created in the San Fernando Valley in 1982. The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, along with the help of many sponsors, community organizations, and dedicated staff, hosted this annual festival at Northridge Park for 26 years. Historically, it DID HAVE plenty of good music.
* The event returns after several years of hiatus. At its peak, the "Salute to Recreation" attracted over 80,000 kids and adults of all ages during the festival weekend. They enjoyed its carnivals, live entertainment, children's activities, children's stage, and the Hawaiian Village. This is the effort to bring back all that. Plus "international tacos." And three days of unspecified music.
* Free admission.
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Fri-Sun, May 31-Jun 2, FESTIVAL:
"HORSE TOWN BREW N' QUE FESTIVAL" at George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center, 3737 Crestview Dr, Norco CA 92860, and other Norco venues
* All the music happens SATURDAY, and the theme is "A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDARY BB KING."
* With live music, BBQ tastings, craft beer tastings, other live entertainment, classes & demonstrations, special activities, more.
* Competing/participating are 13 breweries and 36 BBQ teams.
* MUSIC / EVENTS LINEUPS...
■ FRIDAY:
• 7 pm-9 pm - "Meat and Greet" Kick Off Benefit Dinner with Harry Soo, Pitmaster Extraordinaire
■ SATURDAY, ARENA ONE STAGE:
• Noon, doors open.
• 1:05 pm - THE HONEYLICKERS
• 2 pm - WUMBLOOZO, COUNTRY- BLUES
• 3:15 pm - THE BLUE HENRYS, POP-COUNTRY
• 4:20 pm - WEST COAST CARAVAN OF ALL STARS
• 5:15 pm - "TRIBUTE TO BB KING," with LUCKY LLOYD & THE BLUES SHOCKERS
• 6 pm - AWARDS CEREMONY, BBQ TEAMS
■ SATURDAY KIDZ CORNER:
• 1 pm-4 pm - ARTS AND CRAFTS
• 3:15 pm - KIDS QUE TURN IN
• 4 pm - KIDS COOKING CLASS IN NELLIE WEAVER HALL
■ SATURDAY, ARENA 2:
• BBQ COMPETITION VILLAGE
■ SUNDAY:
• 10 am-2 pm - Certified Table Captains BBQ Judging Class
* TIX, more info: www.BrewNQueFestival.com
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Fri, May 31, on TV:
3 pm-4 pm - "WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR" presents "Songs of Rural America" with the OHIO RIVER VALLEY SYMPHONY and a cast of acoustic musicians playing traditional instruments. On RFD-TV.
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Fri, May 31:
8 pm - CLAUDIA LENNEAR & THE NEW ASH GROVE PLAYERS plus JANILEIGH COHEN play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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"HORSE TOWN BREW N' QUE FESTIVAL" at George Ingalls Equestrian Event Center, 3737 Crestview Dr, Norco CA 92860, and other Norco venues
* All the music happens SATURDAY, and the theme is "A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO THE LEGENDARY BB KING."
* With live music, BBQ tastings, craft beer tastings, other live entertainment, classes & demonstrations, special activities, more.
* Competing/participating are 13 breweries and 36 BBQ teams.
* MUSIC / EVENTS LINEUPS...
■ FRIDAY:
• 7 pm-9 pm - "Meat and Greet" Kick Off Benefit Dinner with Harry Soo, Pitmaster Extraordinaire
■ SATURDAY, ARENA ONE STAGE:
• Noon, doors open.
• 1:05 pm - THE HONEYLICKERS
• 2 pm - WUMBLOOZO, COUNTRY- BLUES
• 3:15 pm - THE BLUE HENRYS, POP-COUNTRY
• 4:20 pm - WEST COAST CARAVAN OF ALL STARS
• 5:15 pm - "TRIBUTE TO BB KING," with LUCKY LLOYD & THE BLUES SHOCKERS
• 6 pm - AWARDS CEREMONY, BBQ TEAMS
■ SATURDAY KIDZ CORNER:
• 1 pm-4 pm - ARTS AND CRAFTS
• 3:15 pm - KIDS QUE TURN IN
• 4 pm - KIDS COOKING CLASS IN NELLIE WEAVER HALL
■ SATURDAY, ARENA 2:
• BBQ COMPETITION VILLAGE
■ SUNDAY:
• 10 am-2 pm - Certified Table Captains BBQ Judging Class
* TIX, more info: www.BrewNQueFestival.com
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Fri, May 31, on TV:
3 pm-4 pm - "WOODSONGS OLD TIME RADIO HOUR" presents "Songs of Rural America" with the OHIO RIVER VALLEY SYMPHONY and a cast of acoustic musicians playing traditional instruments. On RFD-TV.
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Fri, May 31:
8 pm - CLAUDIA LENNEAR & THE NEW ASH GROVE PLAYERS plus JANILEIGH COHEN play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Fri, May 31:
8 pm - RICK RUSKIN plays Alvas Showroom, 1413 W 8th St, San Pedro CA 90732; 310-833-7538.
* Rick Ruskin has earned the right to be called a “Fingerstyle Guitar Virtuoso.” His skills are legendary but the hyperbole distracts from the rest of the story.
* He is a gifted singer, arranger, and composer whose work has been featured in film and on television around the world.
* Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages -- create your own dinner show.
* TIX & info: https://alvasshowroom.com/
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8 pm - RICK RUSKIN plays Alvas Showroom, 1413 W 8th St, San Pedro CA 90732; 310-833-7538.
* Rick Ruskin has earned the right to be called a “Fingerstyle Guitar Virtuoso.” His skills are legendary but the hyperbole distracts from the rest of the story.
* He is a gifted singer, arranger, and composer whose work has been featured in film and on television around the world.
* Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages -- create your own dinner show.
* TIX & info: https://alvasshowroom.com/
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Noon-midnight - "OUTPOST LOS ANGELES 2019" is a one-day festival at Rolling Greens, an 84,000-sq.-ft. space in downtown L.A., at 1005 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA
* It's billed as "L.A.’s premier cultural festival celebrating the music, food, drink, art, products, and immersive experiences that make Los Angeles so special." (Translation: it will include rap and hip-hop, and probably electronica with roboticized human voices "singing." Still, it is promoted as being quite diverse, eclectic, and inclusive.)
* Features live music performances, workshops, panels, and conversation, brought to you by Sunset Magazine (who signed-on just before it went defunct), Digital Trends, Good, PRØHBTD, and others.
* Outpost is billed as "an opportunity to meet other creative individuals, learn new skills, jam out to quality tunes, and discover interesting new products and ideas in outdoor lifestyle, tech, art/design, food, drink, and social good." It also says it's “Bringing together brands, media, tastemakers, & enthusiasts for a cultural festival unlike anything you've ever experienced.”
* BUT, depending which listing you read, "Outpost" is also billed as a "marketplace," or a "trade show," meaning you might wade through vendors, marketing/branding "presences," or carnival barkers trying to goad you into buying their wares, real or (spyware-laden) virtual. And the Outpost sponsor says of itself, "Our mission is to create passionate brand advocates for the companies we work with." So be warned.
* Venue: "Rolling Greens is a unique plant-filled oasis in Downtown Los Angeles. This vintage-chic outdoor space in the Arts District is known for its authentic, eclectic vibe and inspiring atmosphere," says the event promo. You can "immerse yourself in creativity and culture, surrounded by leaders and tastemakers from cool brands, media, and lifestyle spaces," if the hype proves true.
* Expected attendance is in the thousands, which would make this year their largest and most ambitious event yet.
* RSVP is free, but space is limited; if you want to go, sign-up now for their announcements and your tix, at: https://outposttrade.com/next-event/
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☆ See Thursday & Friday's listings for FESTIVALS and multi-day events that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sat & Sun, Jun 1 & 2, FREE ART TOUR:
Annual "OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR ALTA / PASA / DENA" in Pasadena and Altadena, CA
* Sat, 11 am-5 pm, Sun, noon-6 pm.
* Over 70 artists at 33 locations, plus the Pasadena Society of Artists are showing and doing demonstrations at the Art House.
* Eliot Arts Magnet School is on the Tour for the first time, along with favorite venues from previous tours.
* Most locations will have Map brochures and the 54 page Guidebooks.
* You can also use the interactive map on your smartphone: http://openstudios.gallery/tour-maps
* Complete list of artists, including artwork & bios, and any updates, plus Special Events offered at some locations, at: www.openstudios.gallery
* FREE GUIDEBOOKS with maps & artists are at these good places to start:
• The Altadena Library, 600 E Mariposa St, Altadena, CA;
626-798-0833
• Hoopla! Emporium, 2591 Fair Oaks Av, Altadena, CA; 626-797-1135
• McGinty’s Gallery, 869 E Mariposa St, Altadena, CA; 626-797-1135
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Sat, Jun 1, FREE FESTIVAL:
Sat & Sun, Jun 1 & 2, FREE ART TOUR:
Annual "OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR ALTA / PASA / DENA" in Pasadena and Altadena, CA
* Sat, 11 am-5 pm, Sun, noon-6 pm.
* Over 70 artists at 33 locations, plus the Pasadena Society of Artists are showing and doing demonstrations at the Art House.
* Eliot Arts Magnet School is on the Tour for the first time, along with favorite venues from previous tours.
* Most locations will have Map brochures and the 54 page Guidebooks.
* You can also use the interactive map on your smartphone: http://openstudios.gallery/tour-maps
* Complete list of artists, including artwork & bios, and any updates, plus Special Events offered at some locations, at: www.openstudios.gallery
* FREE GUIDEBOOKS with maps & artists are at these good places to start:
• The Altadena Library, 600 E Mariposa St, Altadena, CA;
626-798-0833
• Hoopla! Emporium, 2591 Fair Oaks Av, Altadena, CA; 626-797-1135
• McGinty’s Gallery, 869 E Mariposa St, Altadena, CA; 626-797-1135
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Noon-midnight - "OUTPOST LOS ANGELES 2019" is a one-day festival at Rolling Greens, an 84,000-sq.-ft. space in downtown L.A., at 1005 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA
* It's billed as "L.A.’s premier cultural festival celebrating the music, food, drink, art, products, and immersive experiences that make Los Angeles so special." (Translation: it will include rap and hip-hop, and probably electronica with roboticized human voices "singing." Still, it is promoted as being quite diverse, eclectic, and inclusive.)
* Features live music performances, workshops, panels, and conversation, brought to you by Sunset Magazine (who signed-on just before it went defunct), Digital Trends, Good, PRØHBTD, and others.
* Outpost is billed as "an opportunity to meet other creative individuals, learn new skills, jam out to quality tunes, and discover interesting new products and ideas in outdoor lifestyle, tech, art/design, food, drink, and social good." It also says it's “Bringing together brands, media, tastemakers, & enthusiasts for a cultural festival unlike anything you've ever experienced.”
* BUT, depending which listing you read, "Outpost" is also billed as a "marketplace," or a "trade show," meaning you might wade through vendors, marketing/branding "presences," or carnival barkers trying to goad you into buying their wares, real or (spyware-laden) virtual. And the Outpost sponsor says of itself, "Our mission is to create passionate brand advocates for the companies we work with." So be warned.
* Venue: "Rolling Greens is a unique plant-filled oasis in Downtown Los Angeles. This vintage-chic outdoor space in the Arts District is known for its authentic, eclectic vibe and inspiring atmosphere," says the event promo. You can "immerse yourself in creativity and culture, surrounded by leaders and tastemakers from cool brands, media, and lifestyle spaces," if the hype proves true.
* Expected attendance is in the thousands, which would make this year their largest and most ambitious event yet.
* RSVP is free, but space is limited; if you want to go, sign-up now for their announcements and your tix, at: https://outposttrade.com/next-event/
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Sat, Jun 1, FREE FESTIVAL:
Noon-6 pm - 19th Annual "RIVERSIDE JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION" in Bordwell Park and Stratton Community Center, 2008 Martin Luther King Bl, Riverside, CA. 92507
* "Juneteenth" is the annual celebratory remembrance of the final word reaching Texas in June, 1865, that the American Civil War had ended in April and all persons held in bondage had been freed.
* It is celebrated on various days across America, depending on where you are. Here, It's June 1. In Pomona, it's June 15 (see listing).
* THIS YEAR ALSO MARKS 400 YEARS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE AMERICAS, 1619-2019.
* Riverside's event features a Mini Museum, Entertainment, Local Talent/Music, Gospel, Jazz, Hip Hop, Rock, Singing, Dancing and Poetry, Food and Merchandise Vendors, Health & Community Services, Think Green Workshops, Childrens Activities, Fun For The Entire Family, School Supply Drive, Support for Local Schools.
* More info at 888-752-1619.
* Info on this and other Juneteenth events: www.juneteenthsocal.org
* Click the poster to enlarge it and read the details.
* Free to attend, everyone invited.
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Sat, Jun 1:
4 pm - WORKSHOP with RICK RUSKIN at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
* He also does a concert here tonight; see 8 pm listing.
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Noon-6 pm - 19th Annual "RIVERSIDE JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION" in Bordwell Park and Stratton Community Center, 2008 Martin Luther King Bl, Riverside, CA. 92507
* "Juneteenth" is the annual celebratory remembrance of the final word reaching Texas in June, 1865, that the American Civil War had ended in April and all persons held in bondage had been freed.
* It is celebrated on various days across America, depending on where you are. Here, It's June 1. In Pomona, it's June 15 (see listing).
* THIS YEAR ALSO MARKS 400 YEARS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE AMERICAS, 1619-2019.
* Riverside's event features a Mini Museum, Entertainment, Local Talent/Music, Gospel, Jazz, Hip Hop, Rock, Singing, Dancing and Poetry, Food and Merchandise Vendors, Health & Community Services, Think Green Workshops, Childrens Activities, Fun For The Entire Family, School Supply Drive, Support for Local Schools.
* More info at 888-752-1619.
* Info on this and other Juneteenth events: www.juneteenthsocal.org
* Click the poster to enlarge it and read the details.
* Free to attend, everyone invited.
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Sat, Jun 1:
4 pm - WORKSHOP with RICK RUSKIN at Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
* He also does a concert here tonight; see 8 pm listing.
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Sat, Jun 1, ART OPENING:
5 pm - "ASSOCIATED ARTISTS GALLERY OPENING" in the gallery/artists studios at 1815 W 215th St, Torrance CA.
* 50 paintings by 30 Associate Artists affiliated with "Destination: Art" are displayed for the entire month of June.
* Tonight is the exclusive reception from 5 to 7 pm, with $135 tix. Artist judge Bruce Harkins will hand out awards.
* Tix, 310-742-3192 or www.destination-art.net
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Sat, Jun 1:
7:30 pm - PHIL SALAZAR & THE KINFOLK play the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont, CA 91711; 909-624-2928
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Sat, Jun 1:
7:30 pm - DAVID ZASLOFF performs in song, poetry, comedy, and prose, at Beyond Baroque. See poster.
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5 pm - "ASSOCIATED ARTISTS GALLERY OPENING" in the gallery/artists studios at 1815 W 215th St, Torrance CA.
* 50 paintings by 30 Associate Artists affiliated with "Destination: Art" are displayed for the entire month of June.
* Tonight is the exclusive reception from 5 to 7 pm, with $135 tix. Artist judge Bruce Harkins will hand out awards.
* Tix, 310-742-3192 or www.destination-art.net
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Sat, Jun 1:
7:30 pm - PHIL SALAZAR & THE KINFOLK play the Folk Music Center & Museum, 220 Yale Av, Claremont, CA 91711; 909-624-2928
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Sat, Jun 1:
7:30 pm - DAVID ZASLOFF performs in song, poetry, comedy, and prose, at Beyond Baroque. See poster.
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Sat, Jun 1:
7:30 pm - SOFIA TALVIK brings her Folk-Americana with Swedish Roots to the "Wooden Hall Concerts" series in the Alhecama Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
* Sofia mixes her Nordic melancholy with a twang of Americana, creating a special niche of folk music. Driven by a steady beat through foot percussion and rhythmic guitar picking, you can’t believe she is actually alone on stage. And in the centre are her invigorating vocals.
* She also plays Wed May 29 in South Pasadena and Thu May 30 in San Pedro; see listings.
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Sat, Jun 1:
* A double CD Release show.
* CHUCK ALVAREZ celebrates the release of his fifth CD, "No Longer Bound," a mix of Blues and Americana. He will perform with accompaniment on acoustic and electric guitar.
* SATELLITE VOODOO plays the second set. They are releasing their self titled debut album.
* Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages.
* TIX & info: https://alvasshowroom.com/
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Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - ROY BOOK BINDER plus RICK RUSKIN play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583___
Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - EL CAMINO COLLEGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA performs in Marsee Auditorium, on campus at Crenshaw and Redondo Beach boulevards, Torrance CA
* This is an audition orchestra for students who play at an intermediate level or higher.
* Conducted by Dane Teter, they’ll play “The Sunday Symphony,” Symphony No. 3, by William Grant Still, among other works.
* TIX, $10, at 800-832-ARTS or www.centerforthearts.org
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Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - RYANHOOD plays "Russ and Julie’s House Concerts" series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills/Westlake Village area)
* Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or rsvp@houseconcerts.us
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Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - THE SUITCASE JUNKET plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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8 pm - EL CAMINO COLLEGE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA performs in Marsee Auditorium, on campus at Crenshaw and Redondo Beach boulevards, Torrance CA
* This is an audition orchestra for students who play at an intermediate level or higher.
* Conducted by Dane Teter, they’ll play “The Sunday Symphony,” Symphony No. 3, by William Grant Still, among other works.
* TIX, $10, at 800-832-ARTS or www.centerforthearts.org
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Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - RYANHOOD plays "Russ and Julie’s House Concerts" series in Oak Park (Agoura Hills/Westlake Village area)
* Reservations get directions at 818-707-2179 or rsvp@houseconcerts.us
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Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - THE SUITCASE JUNKET plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jun 1:
8 pm - FORTUNATE SON, tribute to CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL, at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731; 310-833-4813
* Fronted by vocalist BRAD FORD with an all star band, FORTUNATE SON delivers the best of CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL'S rough-hewn roots-Americana rock ‘n’ roll. Hear favorites including "Proud Mary," "Travelin’ Band," "Down on the Corner," "Born on the Bayou," "Suzie Q," and, of course, "Fortunate Son."
* TIX: https://www.grandvision.org/shop/tickets.asp
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Sun, Jun 2:
2 pm - RICK RUSKIN plays the "David Naiditch House Concerts" series in Altadena, CA
* Reservations get directions at davidnaiditch@charter.net
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Sun, Jun 2:
2:30 pm & 7 pm - "THE BEATLES' 'REVOLVER' LIVE IN CONCERT, PLUS THE BEST OF 1966," hosted by CHRIS CARTER of "Breakfast with the Beatles" on KLOS FM and the Beatles Channel on SiriusXM, for two star-packed shows at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90015
* Entertainment Weekly named it #1 in their 2013 list of “All Time Greatest Albums.” Q magazine named it number one on their list of the “50 Greatest British Albums Ever.” Collin Larkin ranked it first in his 1994 book “All Time Top 1000 Albums.” We're talking about The BEATLES 1966 album, "Revolver."
* On June 2, the complete album will be performed live on stage along with a selection of other classic songs from 1966, for those fortunate enough to have tickets for either of the day's two intimate shows in the Clive Davis Theatre at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles.
* The breadth and depth of the "Revolver" track listing eclipses the greatest hits of any recording artists save the Beatles themselves.
* There's "Taxman," "Eleanor Rigby," "I’m Only Sleeping," "Love You Too," "Here, There and Everywhere," "Yellow Submarine," "She Said She Said," "Good Day Sunshine," "And Your Bird Can Sing," "For No One," "Doctor Robert," "I Want To Tell You," "Got to Get You Into My Life," and "Tomorrow Never Knows," making up the complete list.
* Keith Putney Productions follows-up their December 2018 presentation of a complete performance of the Beatles’ "White Album" with “The Beatles’ Revolver and the Best of 1966.”
8 pm - FORTUNATE SON, tribute to CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL, at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731; 310-833-4813
* Fronted by vocalist BRAD FORD with an all star band, FORTUNATE SON delivers the best of CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL'S rough-hewn roots-Americana rock ‘n’ roll. Hear favorites including "Proud Mary," "Travelin’ Band," "Down on the Corner," "Born on the Bayou," "Suzie Q," and, of course, "Fortunate Son."
* TIX: https://www.grandvision.org/shop/tickets.asp
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☆ See Thursday through Saturday's listings for FESTIVALS and multi-day events that conclude today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sun, Jun 2:
2 pm - AN OPERATIC RARITY, “DER ZWERG,” is the inaugural production of NUMI OPERA at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles CA
* “Der Zwerg” is ALEXANDER VON ZEMLINSKY’s opera based on a story by OSCAR WILDE.
* Among its fine cast of performers features South Bay baritone Roberto Perlas Gómez (the others being Shana Blake Hill, Oriana Falla, and Rodell Rosel).
* Two performances only, May 30 at 7:30 pm and June 2 at 2 pm.
* Tickets, $75 to $35, at 888-929-7849 or www.NumiOpera.org
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2 pm - AN OPERATIC RARITY, “DER ZWERG,” is the inaugural production of NUMI OPERA at the Theatre at Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles CA
* “Der Zwerg” is ALEXANDER VON ZEMLINSKY’s opera based on a story by OSCAR WILDE.
* Among its fine cast of performers features South Bay baritone Roberto Perlas Gómez (the others being Shana Blake Hill, Oriana Falla, and Rodell Rosel).
* Two performances only, May 30 at 7:30 pm and June 2 at 2 pm.
* Tickets, $75 to $35, at 888-929-7849 or www.NumiOpera.org
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Sun, Jun 2:
2 pm - RICK RUSKIN plays the "David Naiditch House Concerts" series in Altadena, CA
* Reservations get directions at davidnaiditch@charter.net
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Sun, Jun 2:
2:30 pm & 7 pm - "THE BEATLES' 'REVOLVER' LIVE IN CONCERT, PLUS THE BEST OF 1966," hosted by CHRIS CARTER of "Breakfast with the Beatles" on KLOS FM and the Beatles Channel on SiriusXM, for two star-packed shows at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90015
* Entertainment Weekly named it #1 in their 2013 list of “All Time Greatest Albums.” Q magazine named it number one on their list of the “50 Greatest British Albums Ever.” Collin Larkin ranked it first in his 1994 book “All Time Top 1000 Albums.” We're talking about The BEATLES 1966 album, "Revolver."
* On June 2, the complete album will be performed live on stage along with a selection of other classic songs from 1966, for those fortunate enough to have tickets for either of the day's two intimate shows in the Clive Davis Theatre at the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles.
* The breadth and depth of the "Revolver" track listing eclipses the greatest hits of any recording artists save the Beatles themselves.
* There's "Taxman," "Eleanor Rigby," "I’m Only Sleeping," "Love You Too," "Here, There and Everywhere," "Yellow Submarine," "She Said She Said," "Good Day Sunshine," "And Your Bird Can Sing," "For No One," "Doctor Robert," "I Want To Tell You," "Got to Get You Into My Life," and "Tomorrow Never Knows," making up the complete list.
* Keith Putney Productions follows-up their December 2018 presentation of a complete performance of the Beatles’ "White Album" with “The Beatles’ Revolver and the Best of 1966.”
* PERFORMING ARE:
⊙ Kenn Ellner (Count Five)
⊙ Elliot Easton (The Cars)
⊙ Dennis Tufano, (former lead vocalist,The Buckinghams)
⊙ John York (The Byrds)
⊙ Gary Myrick (Gary Myrick & the Figures)
⊙ Don Baskin & Bob Gonzalez (Syndicate of Sound)
⊙ Jerry Raney (The Beat Farmers)
⊙ Michael Quercio & Lou Gutierrez (The Three O'Clock)
⊙ Jamie Savko (Waddy Wachtel Band)
⊙ Jerry and Debbie Burgan (We Five)
* In addition a live performance of the complete "Revolver" album, the show touches on other highlights from (arguably) popular music’s greatest year, 1966. That includes highlights from the Rolling Stones seminal album "Aftermath," along with songs from the Kinks, Yardbirds, and more.
* The cast takes full advantage of having Count Five’s lead singer Kenn Ellner with him performing their classic Top 10 single, “Psychotic Reaction.” Plus, lead singer/guitarist Don Baskin and bassist Bob Gonzalez of Syndicate of Sound do their Top 10 “Little Girl” and former Buckinghams lead singer/voice of their '60s hit records, will sing “Kind of a Drag” on a night that promises to be anything but.
* Doors open at 2 pm for the 2:30 performance and 6.30 pm for the 7 o'clock. Be early to get in line early for the best seats.
* TIX & more info at: http://www.keithputneyproductions.com/
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Sun, Jun 2, FREE CONCERT:
5 pm-7:30 pm - I SEE HAWKS IN L.A. plus RYANHOOD play the summertime outdoor "TINY PORCH CONCERTS" series at its new venue, King Gilette Ranch, 26800 W Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas CA
* Due to the devastation from last year's fires the Peter Strauss concert series has been moved to nearby King Gilette Ranch. You can bring the whole family to this lovely outdoor venue. Looks like this weekend's weather is going to be perfect.
* Award-winning Tucson acoustic duo RYANHOOD opens the show.
* June 2018 brought the 8th CD release from Southern California’s leading country-folk-rock band I SEE HAWKS IN L.A.: "Live And Never Learn," with the Hawks' unique take on honky tonk, L.A. psychedelic country rock, Celtic, and electrified two step. The Hawks are noted for their lyrical celebrations and lamentations of earth and ecosphere, odes to the endless highway, and wry social commentary. They've gathered a loyal tribe around the globe, from many U.S. and Europe/UK tours, consistently rave reviews from critics, and a serious presence in the top 10 of the Freeform American Roots chart.
* RYANHOOD began as humble street-performers at Boston’s Quincy Market, when they were spotted by a college booking agent and thrust into the college touring scene. They quickly developed a reputation around the country as one of the most entertaining and engaging duos around. Their airtight vocal harmonies, along with Ryan’s rapidly precise guitar riffs and Cameron’s soulfully rich lead vocals, create the pleasantly distinguishable “Ryanhood” sound.
* FREE to attend; there are donation boxes at every show. (VIP tix are sold-out.)
* INFO, www.tinyporchconcerts.com
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Sun, Jun 2:
7 pm - “21 GUITAR SALUTE” by BRECK PHILIP and GUITARS FOR VETS, hosts a benefit and salute to military veterans at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach CA
* The event features Drop The Needle, an L.A. band with a sound reminiscent of the early 1960s and '70s California music scene.
* Proceeds go to vets and those with post-traumatic stress syndromes.
* Adv tix, 310-372-0035 or www.guitars4vets.org/
* TIX, $15 online or $20 at the door.
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Sun, Jun 2:
7 pm - "THE BEATLES' 'REVOLVER' LIVE IN CONCERT, PLUS THE BEST OF 1966," hosted by CHRIS CARTER of "Breakfast with the Beatles" on KLOS FM and the Beatles Channel on SiriusXM, for two star-packed shows at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90015
* See 2:30 pm listing for our full write-up.
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7 pm - “21 GUITAR SALUTE” by BRECK PHILIP and GUITARS FOR VETS, hosts a benefit and salute to military veterans at Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach CA
* The event features Drop The Needle, an L.A. band with a sound reminiscent of the early 1960s and '70s California music scene.
* Proceeds go to vets and those with post-traumatic stress syndromes.
* Adv tix, 310-372-0035 or www.guitars4vets.org/
* TIX, $15 online or $20 at the door.
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Sun, Jun 2:
7 pm - "THE BEATLES' 'REVOLVER' LIVE IN CONCERT, PLUS THE BEST OF 1966," hosted by CHRIS CARTER of "Breakfast with the Beatles" on KLOS FM and the Beatles Channel on SiriusXM, for two star-packed shows at the Grammy Museum, 800 W Olympic Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90015
* See 2:30 pm listing for our full write-up.
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Tuesday
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TODAY IS THE SPECIAL ELECTION ON MEASURE EE
For residents of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
A small turnout will mean defeat. Every eligible voter is needed to bring this modest increase in school funding. A two-thirds (66.67 percent) supermajority vote is required for the approval of Measure EE. Voters will vote "yes" or "no" on a school funding increase based on a property parcel tax measure.
For residents of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
A small turnout will mean defeat. Every eligible voter is needed to bring this modest increase in school funding. A two-thirds (66.67 percent) supermajority vote is required for the approval of Measure EE. Voters will vote "yes" or "no" on a school funding increase based on a property parcel tax measure.
Thing is, wealthy corporate freeloaders have hired a big tobacco lobbyist and spent millions trying to defeat EE so they can continue to escape their obligations to society. Only YOUR VOTE, and your helping to get the word to your friends and neighbors, will enable EE to pass.
A "yes" vote is a vote in favor of authorizing the district to levy an annual parcel tax — a kind of property tax based on units of property rather than assessed value — for 12 years at the rate of $0.16 per square foot of building improvements. It will fund educational improvements, instruction, and programs.
A "no" vote is a vote against authorizing the district to levy a $0.16 per square foot parcel tax for 12 years. Voting "no" offers no other option to fund school improvements.
District officials estimate the parcel tax would raise $500 million per year if it passes. That sounds like a lot. It isn't when you consider how bad things have become on "austerity" starvation budgets in the face of evermore mandates for how available money must be spent for special needs programs.
WATCH THE QUICK, INFORMATIVE VIDEO on EE from "The Courage Campaign" at:
(You don't need a device that's infested with the spyware of a Facebook account; just ignore the "sign in" and the "Get new account" buttons, and click only the "play" triangle in the video.)
THE GUIDE ENDORSES A "YES" VOTE ON EE.
We will still be a very long way from what our schools routinely provided in the late 20th century: nothing in EE assures the return of arts and music education for every student.
But schools are so grossly underfunded that cattle pen conditions prevail in many classrooms and class sizes of 40+ students -- even in elementary grades -- prevent teachers from devoting individual attention to each student. Los Angeles teachers went on a strike a few months ago over exactly these issues. The strike was settled when the district agreed to place Measure EE on the ballot for the people to decide.
Rich real estate barons always spend millions to defeat anything that would raise their taxes. This is a choice between protecting the bloated profits they rake-in from outrageous rents, or starting -- simply starting -- to meet the needs of our city's kids.
VOTE "YES" ON EE.
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Tue, Jun 4:
6:30 pm-7:30 pm - “LA TRAVIATA,” the opera by VERDI, is the topic in the second floor meeting room of the Redondo Beach Library, 303 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach CA
* The popular masterpiece is about to open, and it will close-out L.A. Opera’s current season.
* Free.
* More info at 310-318-0675, option 5, or go to www.redondo.org/library
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Tue, Jun 4, FILM OPENING NIGHT EVENT:
7 pm - "PAVAROTTI" screens for its opening night, with its Academy Award winning director RON HOWARD in attendance at the Arclight Hollywood, 120 N Robertson Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90048
6:30 pm-7:30 pm - “LA TRAVIATA,” the opera by VERDI, is the topic in the second floor meeting room of the Redondo Beach Library, 303 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach CA
* The popular masterpiece is about to open, and it will close-out L.A. Opera’s current season.
* Free.
* More info at 310-318-0675, option 5, or go to www.redondo.org/library
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Tue, Jun 4, FILM OPENING NIGHT EVENT:
7 pm - "PAVAROTTI" screens for its opening night, with its Academy Award winning director RON HOWARD in attendance at the Arclight Hollywood, 120 N Robertson Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90048
* From the filmmaking team behind the highly-acclaimed documentary "The Beatles: Eight Days A Week - The Touring Years," comes "PAVAROTTI," a riveting film that lifts the curtain on the icon who brought opera to the people.
* Academy Award winner RON HOWARD puts audiences front row center for an exploration of "The Voice... The Man... The Legend."
* Luciano Pavarotti gave his life to the music and a voice to the world.
* This cinematic event features history-making performances and intimate interviews, including never-before-seen footage and, tonight only, a special introduction from Ron Howard.
* WATCH the trailer for this special event at: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=B7xfrxiSNv4&_m_utk=113c2ed5dea552d73f66dac79e49b934&feature=youtu.be
* TIX for this event at: https://arclightcinemas.com/movie/pavarotti-premiere-screening-event
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Fri, Jun 7, FREE CONCERT:
6:30 pm-7:45 pm - JESSICA FICHOT and her band perform a free outdoor concert for the "Sunset Serenades" series in Heisler Park in Laguna Beach, with views of the ocean and the beautiful Rockpile Beach, at Heisler Park Amphitheater, near the corner of Cliff Dr & Jasmine St (look for the breaching whale sculpture), Laguna Beach CA 92651.
* The lovely French chanson says, "Bring a blanket or low chair, and a picnic. You can find more details below, as well as detailed directions on the website link."
* Musicians: Jonathan Ahrens (upright bass), Sylvain Carton (clarinet, sax), Jessica Fichot (vocals, accordion, toy piano) & Adrien Prévost (guitar).
* Be sure there's phone camera space for your beautiful sunset concert photos.
* Details: https://www.visitlagunabeach.com/blog/sunset-serenades-in-laguna-beach/
* Jessica's new new website: http://www.jessicasongs.com
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Fri, Jun 7, FREE CONCERT:
6:30 pm-7:45 pm - JESSICA FICHOT and her band perform a free outdoor concert for the "Sunset Serenades" series in Heisler Park in Laguna Beach, with views of the ocean and the beautiful Rockpile Beach, at Heisler Park Amphitheater, near the corner of Cliff Dr & Jasmine St (look for the breaching whale sculpture), Laguna Beach CA 92651.
* The lovely French chanson says, "Bring a blanket or low chair, and a picnic. You can find more details below, as well as detailed directions on the website link."
* Musicians: Jonathan Ahrens (upright bass), Sylvain Carton (clarinet, sax), Jessica Fichot (vocals, accordion, toy piano) & Adrien Prévost (guitar).
* Be sure there's phone camera space for your beautiful sunset concert photos.
* Details: https://www.visitlagunabeach.com/blog/sunset-serenades-in-laguna-beach/
* Jessica's new new website: http://www.jessicasongs.com
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Fri, Jun 7:
8 pm - JOHN GORKA plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
* He also plays 7 pm Sat in Tehachapi with AMILIA K. SPICER; see that listing.
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Fri, Jun 7:
8:30 pm-10:30 pm - SANDRA PILLER & THE WILDCARDS bring a night of "Mexican food... country music" at Viva Rancho Cantina in Burbank. See poster.
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Fri, Jun 7:
8:30 pm-10:30 pm - SANDRA PILLER & THE WILDCARDS bring a night of "Mexican food... country music" at Viva Rancho Cantina in Burbank. See poster.
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Fri, Jun 7:
9 pm - MARY LATTIMORE and JULIANNA BARWICK play the "Hollywood Forever" concert series in the historic Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 5970 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90038
* With folk, world, classical, country, stage & screen, and globe-spanning performance credits, it isn't often you find a duo of 47-string Celtic harp (Lattimore) and pianist-keyboard-vocalist (Barwick).
* Listen to a collage of tracks by harpist MARY LATTIMORE at: https://www.eventbrite.com/a/mary-lattimore-8933
* Listen to a JULIANNA BARWICK collage of (mostly vocal showcase) tracks at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/a/julianna-barwick-5080
* Check out the promo for one of their upcoming Australia shows on this same tour:
"Over the past decade, each artist has created her own inimitable universe of light; JULIANNA BARWICK building evocative choral symphonies, layering her own voice on top of itself to stunning effect; and MARY LATTIMORE conjuring expressive beauty on her forty-seven-string Lyon & Healy harp and synth effects.
"Both artists have released a series of fascinating records, with MARY LATTIMORE most recently collaborating with Superchunk’s Mac McCaughan and Heron Oblivion’s Meg Baird on two duet albums and topping year-end charts with her sublime solo album, 'Hundreds of Days,' which 'New Yorker' music critic, Amanda Petrusich, described as 'music to self-actualize by.'
"JULIANNA BARWICK’s immersive debut 'The Magic Place' was named as one of the '50 Best Ambient Albums of All Time' by 'Pitchfork,' who noted: '"The Magic Place" conjures the reverie of childhood wonder, but rather than just merely recall it nostalgically, Barwick’s voice has the power to render such awe wholly in the present moment.' One of the most powerfully emotive voices in contemporary music, described by Amanda Petrusich in The New Yorker as 'tender, emotive, and expansive,' JULIANNA BARWICK has collaborated with Sigur Rós producer Alex Somers, Radiohead, Yoko Ono, Philip Glass, Steve Hauschildt and the Flaming Lips.
"Each artist will perform a solo set along with a collaboration borne out of mutual admiration of each other’s music — a fateful merging of two visionary musical worlds."
* Adv tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mary-lattimore-and-julianna-barwick-tickets-61668947482?aff=ebapi
* TIX, $20, all ages.
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9 pm - MARY LATTIMORE and JULIANNA BARWICK play the "Hollywood Forever" concert series in the historic Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 5970 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90038
* With folk, world, classical, country, stage & screen, and globe-spanning performance credits, it isn't often you find a duo of 47-string Celtic harp (Lattimore) and pianist-keyboard-vocalist (Barwick).
* Listen to a collage of tracks by harpist MARY LATTIMORE at: https://www.eventbrite.com/a/mary-lattimore-8933
* Listen to a JULIANNA BARWICK collage of (mostly vocal showcase) tracks at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/a/julianna-barwick-5080
* Check out the promo for one of their upcoming Australia shows on this same tour:
"Over the past decade, each artist has created her own inimitable universe of light; JULIANNA BARWICK building evocative choral symphonies, layering her own voice on top of itself to stunning effect; and MARY LATTIMORE conjuring expressive beauty on her forty-seven-string Lyon & Healy harp and synth effects.
"Both artists have released a series of fascinating records, with MARY LATTIMORE most recently collaborating with Superchunk’s Mac McCaughan and Heron Oblivion’s Meg Baird on two duet albums and topping year-end charts with her sublime solo album, 'Hundreds of Days,' which 'New Yorker' music critic, Amanda Petrusich, described as 'music to self-actualize by.'
"JULIANNA BARWICK’s immersive debut 'The Magic Place' was named as one of the '50 Best Ambient Albums of All Time' by 'Pitchfork,' who noted: '"The Magic Place" conjures the reverie of childhood wonder, but rather than just merely recall it nostalgically, Barwick’s voice has the power to render such awe wholly in the present moment.' One of the most powerfully emotive voices in contemporary music, described by Amanda Petrusich in The New Yorker as 'tender, emotive, and expansive,' JULIANNA BARWICK has collaborated with Sigur Rós producer Alex Somers, Radiohead, Yoko Ono, Philip Glass, Steve Hauschildt and the Flaming Lips.
"Each artist will perform a solo set along with a collaboration borne out of mutual admiration of each other’s music — a fateful merging of two visionary musical worlds."
* Adv tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mary-lattimore-and-julianna-barwick-tickets-61668947482?aff=ebapi
* TIX, $20, all ages.
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Sat & Sun, Jun 8 & 9, FREE FESTIVAL:
Annual "PALOS VERDES STREET FAIR," centered at 501 Deep Valley Dr, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
* ANDY & RENEE & HARD RAIN play Sunday, 1 pm-2:30 pm.
* More later if we receive more to report. We DO know that previous years have delivered a very sizeable street fair with lots of music and plenty to see and do.
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Sat, Jun 8, FESTIVAL:
11 am-6 pm - "ANTELOPE VALLEY TACO FESTIVAL" at Poncitlán Square, 38315 9th St East, Palmdale, CA 93550
* Billed as having a ridiculously impossible assortment of tacos from various restaurants, taquerias and food trucks.
* Six bands. Two look worthwhile: JC TUMBAO, playing tropical music and cumbias; and you may enjoy MAMA'S HOT SAUCE, playing rockabilly and classic rock.
* Includes a "Chihuahua Contest" at 4 pm. "If you want your Chihuahua to parcitipate, pre-register him/her. Your $10 admission fee includes your chihuhua's participation."
* Alcohol available.
* Adv tix / Chihuahua registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/antelope-valley-taco-festival-tickets-60297469354
* TIX, $10
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4 pm-7 pm - DENNIS ROGER REED, with Lenny Hansell & Don Reed, plays Middle Ridge Winery Tasting Gallery, 54301 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild CA; 951-659-9000; https://www.middleridge.com/Store/The-Gallery
* Wine and art -- and, this evening, "good stuff" acoustic music from performing songwriter and FolkWorks columnist Dennis Roger Reed.
* Check out his new (latest) CD, "BEFORE IT WAS BEFORE," folk, swing, folk rock, blues and bluegrass from Dennis Roger Reed with Don Reed; hear the tracks, at: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisrogerreedwithdonreed
* More at: www.dennisrogerreed.com
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Sat, Jun 8:
4 pm - ALLISON DE GROOT & TATIANA HARGREAVES play the "Deep End Sessions" in Santa Paula, CA 93060
* Reservations get directions from David Bunn, at: deependsessions@gmail.com
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Sat, Jun 8:
7 pm - JOHN GORKA plus AMILIA K. SPICER play Fiddler's Crossing, 206 East F St, Tehachapi, CA 93561; 661-823-9994
* He also plays 8 pm Fri in Santa Monica; see listing.
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Sat, Jun 8:
7 pm - PATTY GRIFFIN plays the Belly Up Tavern, 143 S Cedros Av, Solana Beach, San Diego, CA 92075; 858-481-9022
* She also plays at 7 pm Sun, Jun 9 in the desert and 8 pm Tue, Jun 11 in L.A.; see listings.
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Sat, Jun 8:
8 pm-11 pm - "AN EVENING WITH DON RANDI AND QUEST" is the first show presented by the long-running "BROGDEN BAY PRESENTS" music series at its new venue, the California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks (CMATO), in the Thousand Oaks Mall, at 350 W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
* As part of the WRECKING CREW group of legendary studio musicians, composer, arranger, music director and keyboard musician DON RANDI made hundreds of hit records in the '60s and '70s.
* Randi founded L.A.'s Baked Potato jazz club in 1970 and has released 20 jazz albums of his own, including the 1980 Grammy-nominated "New Baby" and 2013's "Acoustimania."
* Don has also published "You've Heard These Hands," a memoir of his days with the Wrecking Crew and beyond.
* WATCH & LISTEN to a first-rehearsal surf version of Grieg's "In The Hall of the Mountain King." It was a rehearsal before their Good Jazzy Vibrations tour of Norway in December 2017: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Byj_xm29Cwc
* NOTES ON THE SERIES NEW VENUE: CMATO provides world class art exhibitions that can be enjoyed by concert goers. The current exhibit in the Main Gallery is an exciting solo exhibition by the graffiti artist Kelly "RISK" Graval. This exhibit includes a metal shark and some pieces that incorporate neon. The "In Focus; Ansel Adams," show has been extended due to popular demand. This exhibit includes original Adams photographs from the collection of Larry Janss plus some of Janss' photographs.
* The CMATO Main Gallery space will eventually provide more seating than the previous venue, the now closed Four Friends Gallery.
* Museum members who purchase concert tix can enjoy a Meet & Greet with Don Randi from 7-7:30 pm.
* Advance tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-don-randi-and-quest-tickets-62238202138
* TIX, $25 prepaid; $30 at the door
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Sat, Jun 8:
8 pm - SLIGO RAGS takes a break from their residency at Disney Resort to play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Sat, Jun 8:
8 pm - JOSE ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ plays the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina, CA 91723; 626-339-7020
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Sun, Jun 9, FESTIVAL:
Noon - "INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL" cosponsored by McCabe's Guitar Shop in Santa Monica, CA.
* Obviously not within the range of Folk-Americana or the classical genres we cover. We include this listing because it might be in your wheelhouse.
* All the info on the day's workshops and concerts are at www.mccabes.com
Sun, Jun 9:
7 pm - PATTY GRIFFIN plays Pappy & Harriet’s Place, 53688 Pioneertown Rd, Pioneertown, CA 92268; 760-365-5956
* She also plays at 7 pm Sat, Jun 8 in San Diego and 8 pm Tue, Jun 11 in L.A.; see listings.
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Tue, Jun 11:
8 pm - PATTY GRIFFIN plays the Goldenvoice concert series at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213-623-3233
* She also plays at 7 pm Sat, Jun 8 in San Diego and at
7 pm Sun, Jun 9 in the desert; see listings.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, FREE FESTIVAL:
"IDYLLWILD SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL" in "a beautiful outdoor space" at Spirit Mountain Retreat Center, 25661 Oakwood St, Idyllwild, CA 92549; venue phonr 951-659-2523
* Runs 6 pm Jun 13 through 9 pm Jun 16; free to attend.
* Founded by grammy nominee BRETT PERKINS, who performs a set Jun 13 at 7 pm.
* Songwriters who attended the June 9-14, 2019, "Idyllwild Listening Room Songwriting Retreat" are among those who will perform. Thus, we cannot provide a lineup with performance times for the artists/bands.
* Founded in Los Angeles in 1991, the retreat-concert-festival series operates internationally, based from Denmark since 2006.
* Idyllwild has earned the distinction of becoming one of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in America. (As designated in the book of the same name by John Villani, A John Muir publication). The town features over 15 galleries representing the work of more than 200 artists. Idyllwild is filled with unique gift and antique shops, boutiques, galleries, and wide variety of dining options.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, FESTIVAL:
Annual CALIFORNIA BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION "FATHER’S DAY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95945; 209-588-6031
* Lineup features Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, Lonely Heartstring Band, Sister Sadie, Po' Ramblin' Boys, Volume Five, Dave Parmley & Cardinal Tradition, Evie Ladin Band, Fy5, Carolina Blue, Tommy And The Rozumatics, CBA Music Camp Allstars, Kids On Bluegrass, and more.
* TIX & info, http://fathersdayfestival.com/
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8 pm-11 pm - "AN EVENING WITH DON RANDI AND QUEST" is the first show presented by the long-running "BROGDEN BAY PRESENTS" music series at its new venue, the California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks (CMATO), in the Thousand Oaks Mall, at 350 W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
* As part of the WRECKING CREW group of legendary studio musicians, composer, arranger, music director and keyboard musician DON RANDI made hundreds of hit records in the '60s and '70s.
* Randi founded L.A.'s Baked Potato jazz club in 1970 and has released 20 jazz albums of his own, including the 1980 Grammy-nominated "New Baby" and 2013's "Acoustimania."
* Don has also published "You've Heard These Hands," a memoir of his days with the Wrecking Crew and beyond.
* WATCH & LISTEN to a first-rehearsal surf version of Grieg's "In The Hall of the Mountain King." It was a rehearsal before their Good Jazzy Vibrations tour of Norway in December 2017: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Byj_xm29Cwc
* NOTES ON THE SERIES NEW VENUE: CMATO provides world class art exhibitions that can be enjoyed by concert goers. The current exhibit in the Main Gallery is an exciting solo exhibition by the graffiti artist Kelly "RISK" Graval. This exhibit includes a metal shark and some pieces that incorporate neon. The "In Focus; Ansel Adams," show has been extended due to popular demand. This exhibit includes original Adams photographs from the collection of Larry Janss plus some of Janss' photographs.
* The CMATO Main Gallery space will eventually provide more seating than the previous venue, the now closed Four Friends Gallery.
* Museum members who purchase concert tix can enjoy a Meet & Greet with Don Randi from 7-7:30 pm.
* Advance tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-don-randi-and-quest-tickets-62238202138
* TIX, $25 prepaid; $30 at the door
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Sat, Jun 8:
8 pm - SLIGO RAGS takes a break from their residency at Disney Resort to play Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Sat, Jun 8:
8 pm - JOSE ANTONIO RODRIGUEZ plays the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina, CA 91723; 626-339-7020
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Sun, Jun 9, FESTIVAL:
Noon - "INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL" cosponsored by McCabe's Guitar Shop in Santa Monica, CA.
* All the info on the day's workshops and concerts are at www.mccabes.com
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Sun, Jun 9:
7 pm - PATTY GRIFFIN plays Pappy & Harriet’s Place, 53688 Pioneertown Rd, Pioneertown, CA 92268; 760-365-5956
* She also plays at 7 pm Sat, Jun 8 in San Diego and 8 pm Tue, Jun 11 in L.A.; see listings.
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Tue, Jun 11:
8 pm - PATTY GRIFFIN plays the Goldenvoice concert series at the Theatre at the Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213-623-3233
* She also plays at 7 pm Sat, Jun 8 in San Diego and at
7 pm Sun, Jun 9 in the desert; see listings.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, FREE FESTIVAL:
"IDYLLWILD SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL" in "a beautiful outdoor space" at Spirit Mountain Retreat Center, 25661 Oakwood St, Idyllwild, CA 92549; venue phonr 951-659-2523
* Founded by grammy nominee BRETT PERKINS, who performs a set Jun 13 at 7 pm.
* Songwriters who attended the June 9-14, 2019, "Idyllwild Listening Room Songwriting Retreat" are among those who will perform. Thus, we cannot provide a lineup with performance times for the artists/bands.
* Founded in Los Angeles in 1991, the retreat-concert-festival series operates internationally, based from Denmark since 2006.
* Idyllwild has earned the distinction of becoming one of the 100 Best Small Art Towns in America. (As designated in the book of the same name by John Villani, A John Muir publication). The town features over 15 galleries representing the work of more than 200 artists. Idyllwild is filled with unique gift and antique shops, boutiques, galleries, and wide variety of dining options.
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Thu-Sun, Jun 13-16, FESTIVAL:
Annual CALIFORNIA BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION "FATHER’S DAY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95945; 209-588-6031
* Lineup features Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers, Lonely Heartstring Band, Sister Sadie, Po' Ramblin' Boys, Volume Five, Dave Parmley & Cardinal Tradition, Evie Ladin Band, Fy5, Carolina Blue, Tommy And The Rozumatics, CBA Music Camp Allstars, Kids On Bluegrass, and more.
* TIX & info, http://fathersdayfestival.com/
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Thu, Jun 13, FREE CONCERT:
6 pm-8:30 pm - SCOT BRUCE presents "ELVIS: THE EARLY YEARS," his tribute show, on the Bandstand Stage, Ehrlich Av & Lancaster Bl, downtown Lancaster CA 93534
* Limited amount of seating provided; bring your own lawn chair.
* Food vendors on site, in conjunction with the weekly Boulevard Farmers Market.
* Info: www.cityoflancasterca.org/about-us/departments-services/parks-recreation-arts/special-events/summer-concert-series-pres
* Free Thursday concert series through the summer.
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Thu & Fri, Jun 13 & 14:
8 pm - SEA WOLF plays two nights at the Hollywood Forever concert series in the historic Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 5970 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90038
* Sea Wolf is the stage name of Alex Brown Church, an indie rock/ dreamy pop singer-songwriter from Los Angeles who uses interesting, largely acoustic, instrumentation.
* Listen to a collage of his tracks at: https://www.eventbrite.com/a/sea-wolf-3581
* Adv tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sea-wolf-tickets-60216637584
* TIX, $25, either night.
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Thu-Sat, Jun 13-15, FREE LIVE THEATRE:
8 pm - "SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13 with “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at its home venue, Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* "In this play, everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t a barrel of laughs." -- Easy Reader News.
* The Shakespeare theatre troupe is doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* See ONGOING EVENTS section for the series' complete multi-venue season calendar.
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* Limited amount of seating provided; bring your own lawn chair.
* Food vendors on site, in conjunction with the weekly Boulevard Farmers Market.
* Info: www.cityoflancasterca.org/about-us/departments-services/parks-recreation-arts/special-events/summer-concert-series-pres
* Free Thursday concert series through the summer.
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Thu & Fri, Jun 13 & 14:
8 pm - SEA WOLF plays two nights at the Hollywood Forever concert series in the historic Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 5970 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90038
* Sea Wolf is the stage name of Alex Brown Church, an indie rock/ dreamy pop singer-songwriter from Los Angeles who uses interesting, largely acoustic, instrumentation.
* Listen to a collage of his tracks at: https://www.eventbrite.com/a/sea-wolf-3581
* Adv tix: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sea-wolf-tickets-60216637584
* TIX, $25, either night.
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Thu-Sat, Jun 13-15, FREE LIVE THEATRE:
8 pm - "SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13 with “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at its home venue, Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* "In this play, everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t a barrel of laughs." -- Easy Reader News.
* The Shakespeare theatre troupe is doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* See ONGOING EVENTS section for the series' complete multi-venue season calendar.
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☆ See Thursday's listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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"FACE THE MUSIC," the launch broadcast of musician CHUCK MEAD's new WSM RADIO PROGRAM, with special guest CARLENE CARTER, is available as an online simulcast.
* World-famous WSM, the home station of "The Grand Ole Opry" and many other iconic shows, adds this new one to its lineup.
* LISTEN ONLINE at: www.WSMonline.com
* The WSM debut comes a week prior to the release of CHUCK MEAD's latest album, "Close to Home," out June 21. The 11-track collection, on Nashville independent label Plowboy Records, is the follow-up to Mead’s first Plowboy release, 2015’s "Free State Serenade." Recorded at the historic Sam Phillips Recording Studios in Memphis, TN, the album was produced by acclaimed Memphis recording engineer and producer Matt Ross-Spang. On June 22, Mead will make a guest appearance on the Grand Ole Opry — his 139th — as part of his multidate “Honky-Tonk Tour of Nashville” album release.
* HEAR NOW: The Nashville "Tennessean" newspaper premiered a new CHUCK MEAD song at: http://bit.ly/2KcbP
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Fri, Jun 14, FREE CONCERT:
2 pm - PHIL SALAZAR & THE KINFOLK play outdoors in Philip Marx Central Park, East E St, Tehachapi, CA 93561
* Presented by Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Parks District in association with Fiddlers Crossing, Lehigh Cement and MusicMX Entertainment.
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Fri, Jun 14:
7 pm - CLASSICAL “nTYME SPRING CONCERT” in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance CA
* Directed by Glen Kamida, this is a program of classically-based ensembles, featuring young and upcoming musicians.
* TIX: $10, $5, by calling Kerianne Lawson at 310-989-4550 or go to www.ntyme.org
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8 pm - THE ACCORDION BABES, the ensemble of Renée de la Prade and Shiri & the Shiribims, play the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001; reservations by phone only, 10 am-10 pm, 7 days, at 626-798-6236.
* A trio of accordion masters. "Good music with tongue-in-cheek wit. These are solid and skilled women and a Friday night treat. World travelers with their own calendar." -- Bob Stane.
* Renée de la Prade is one of California's most celebrated accordionists, both for her rocking live stage show and for her yearly releases of the Accordion Babes Pin-up Calendar with CD. She's returning to LA in June along with her drummer/husband Ingo Bräuning, who have combined to form a rocking duo; Rebel Lovers, (based in Hamburg, Germany.)
* Their music is a feel-good collection of blues, Cajun, zydeco, rock, and soul. Rebel Lovers' fusion of classic New Orleans sounds with rock-n-roll energy is unique, groovy, and a whole lot of fun.
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| Dave Alvin, as envisioned by Butch Hancock |
Fri, Jun 14:
8 pm - DAVE ALVIN and GREG LEISZ, plus CHRISTY McWILSON, celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Dave's definitive "King of California" album in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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8 pm - "THE MUSIC OF CAROLE KING & WOODSTOCK" performed by ANDY & RENEE & HARD RAIN at the Grand Annex, 434 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731; 310-833-4813
* These musicians produce the annual "DYLANFEST" and their range and mastery extends far beyond that, as their frequent European tours and this special night attest.
* In this concert, South Bay favorite folk-rockers ANDY & RENEE return with their band HARD RAIN to reprise their phenomenal tribute to Carole King's multi-platinum album, "Tapestry."
* Don't dawdle. They sell-out every time they play the venue.
* Tix:, $25 general; $30 cabaret; $35 front row cabaret or VIP; all at 310-833-4813 or https://www.grandvision.org/shop/tickets.asp
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* These musicians produce the annual "DYLANFEST" and their range and mastery extends far beyond that, as their frequent European tours and this special night attest.
* In this concert, South Bay favorite folk-rockers ANDY & RENEE return with their band HARD RAIN to reprise their phenomenal tribute to Carole King's multi-platinum album, "Tapestry."
* Don't dawdle. They sell-out every time they play the venue.
* Tix:, $25 general; $30 cabaret; $35 front row cabaret or VIP; all at 310-833-4813 or https://www.grandvision.org/shop/tickets.asp
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Fri, Jun 14:
8 pm - SEA WOLF plays two nights at the Hollywood Forever concert series in the historic Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 5970 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90038
8 pm - SEA WOLF plays two nights at the Hollywood Forever concert series in the historic Masonic Lodge at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 5970 Santa Monica Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles, CA 90038
* See Thursday listings for full write-up.
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Fri, Jun 14:
8 pm - OPENING NIGHT: New Stuff Productions presents Theresa Rebeck’s “SEMINAR” at the Second Story Theater, 710 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach CA
* The play was staged at the Ahmanson with Jeff Goldblum a few seasons back. It centers on four young would-be writers and their self-important professor. Jack Messenger directs.
* Runs through Jun 30: Fri & Sat at 8 pm, plus Sat & Sun 2 pm matinees.
* Tix, $30, at 310-710-7035 or www.newstuffproductions.com
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Fri & Sat, Jun 14 & 15, FREE LIVE THEATRE:
8 pm - "SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13-15 with “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at its home venue, Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* "In this play, everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t a barrel of laughs." -- Easy Reader News.
* The Shakespeare theatre troupe is doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* See ONGOING EVENTS section for the series' complete multi-venue season calendar.
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Fri, Jun 14, on TV:
8:30 pm-9 pm - "BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND" re-airs the wonderful 2018 episode with the phenomenal BILLY STRINGS. If you're home, watch. If you'll be out, record. This kid will have you fixated, watching and listening, and leave you with your jaw hanging open.
* On KLCS, Los Angeles.
* Repeats tonight, 2:30-3 am.
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Fri, Jun 14:
9 pm - ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING as "An Elvis Presley tribute act" takes the stage in the Alpine Village restaurant, 833 W Torrance Bl, Torrance CA
* It’s the third of seven "artist tribute" shows here, throughout the summer.
* TIX: $15; VIP tables are $35; at 310-327-4384.
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Fri, Jun 14:
8 pm - OPENING NIGHT: New Stuff Productions presents Theresa Rebeck’s “SEMINAR” at the Second Story Theater, 710 Pier Av, Hermosa Beach CA
* The play was staged at the Ahmanson with Jeff Goldblum a few seasons back. It centers on four young would-be writers and their self-important professor. Jack Messenger directs.
* Runs through Jun 30: Fri & Sat at 8 pm, plus Sat & Sun 2 pm matinees.
* Tix, $30, at 310-710-7035 or www.newstuffproductions.com
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8 pm - "SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13-15 with “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at its home venue, Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* "In this play, everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t a barrel of laughs." -- Easy Reader News.
* The Shakespeare theatre troupe is doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* See ONGOING EVENTS section for the series' complete multi-venue season calendar.
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Fri, Jun 14, on TV:
8:30 pm-9 pm - "BLUEGRASS UNDERGROUND" re-airs the wonderful 2018 episode with the phenomenal BILLY STRINGS. If you're home, watch. If you'll be out, record. This kid will have you fixated, watching and listening, and leave you with your jaw hanging open.
* On KLCS, Los Angeles.
* Repeats tonight, 2:30-3 am.
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Fri, Jun 14:
9 pm - ELVIS IS IN THE BUILDING as "An Elvis Presley tribute act" takes the stage in the Alpine Village restaurant, 833 W Torrance Bl, Torrance CA
* It’s the third of seven "artist tribute" shows here, throughout the summer.
* TIX: $15; VIP tables are $35; at 310-327-4384.
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Festival News Quickie...
Annual "LONG BEACH BAYOU FESTIVAL" has been happening around about this weekend for decades. But not this year. It is moving from mid-June to the fall. Stay tuned. (We first told you in time to prioritize getting to to Simi Cajun Blues on Memorial Day Weekend.)
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☆ See Thursday & Friday's listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Festival News Quickie...
Annual "LONG BEACH BAYOU FESTIVAL" has been happening around about this weekend for decades. But not this year. It is moving from mid-June to the fall. Stay tuned. (We first told you in time to prioritize getting to to Simi Cajun Blues on Memorial Day Weekend.)
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Saturday
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☆ See Thursday & Friday's listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sat, Jun 15, FREE FESTIVAL:
10 am-6:30 pm - 29th Annual "POMONA VALLEY JUNETEENTH JAZZ & ARTS FESTIVAL" in Ganesha Park, 1570 White Av (at McKinley), Pomona, CA
* "Juneteenth" is the annual celebratory remembrance of the final word reaching Texas in June, 1865, that the American Civil War had ended in April and all persons held in bondage had been freed.
* It is celebrated on various days across America, depending on where you are. Here, It's June 15. In Riverside, it waa June 1 (see listing).
* THIS YEAR ALSO MARKS 400 YEARS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE AMERICAS, 1619-2019.
* Features JAZZ, GOSPEL, OLD SCHOOL R & B, POETRY, VENDORS, & FUN FOR THE KIDS.
* Click poster to enlarge for details.
* Info: www.jetmacinc.us or call 909-418-8530 or 909-989-4844.
* Info on this and other Juneteenth events: www.juneteenthsocal.org
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Sat, Jun 15, FESTIVAL:
11 am - Annual "SAM HINTON FOLK FESTIVAL" presented by San Diego Folk Heritage at Templars Hall in Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064; 858-566-4040
* This is a long-running one-day festival with plenty of fans who go every year.
* Featured music acts:
⊙ Gregory Gross and friends
⊙ Trails and Rails
⊙ Calamity
⊙ Travis Oliver
⊙ Enter the Blue Sky
⊙ Baja Blues Boys
* Storytelling in the Porter House, with:
◇ Bugs!
◇ Liars and Thieves
◇ All the Pretty Horses
* Open mic for kids and adults.
* Family dance in Templars Hall with music by More the Merrier and caller Chris Page.
* Irish session, Old-Time jam, Bluegrass jam, Song circle
* TIX & info: http://sdfolkheritage.org/events/sam-hinton-festival-3/
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Sat, Jun 15:
3 pm - DELIRIUM MUSICUM chamber ensemble performs at the First Lutheran Church & School, 2900 W Carson St, Torrance CA
* Founded by Midori student Etienne Gara, it's “dedicated to providing impassioned and engaging musical performances by a young generation of top Los Angeles artists.”
* Info, 310-316-5574
* FREE; donations appreciated.
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Sat, Jun 15, on TV:
6 pm-10 pm (PDT) - "HISTORY OF THE EAGLES" (2013) is a rockumentary that tunefully traces the development of the band, its dominance of a folk-rock genre that became a pillar of Americana Music, the group's personnel changes and breakup, and how "Hell Freezes Over" in their reunion. Individual members subsequent and concurrent projects are likewise covered.
* The group's career includes (so far) six GRAMMYS, induction into both the Vocal Group Hall of Fame (2001), and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1998), the RIAA award for "Best Selling Album of the Century" (1999) for their "Greatest Hits (1971–1975)," and since the film was made, the 2015 Kennedy Center Honors, postponed for a year because of Glenn Frey's poor health (he died a month later).
* This is the film's only scheduled airing.
* On CNN. Adjust for your time zone.
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Sat, Jun 15, FREE GALLERY EVENT:
6 pm-9 pm - ONE-NIGHT GALLERY EVENT FOR PRIDE MONTH presented by the South Bay LGBTQ Center at Artlife Gallery, 720 S. Allied Way, Plaza El Segundo, in El Segundo CA
* The event is an art show, fine arts auction, and fundraiser
* EXTRA OPTION: 5-6 pm is a "VIP Experience" for a $100 tax-deductible donation, which includes early entrance into the art exhibition, champagne, hors d’oeuvres, a swag bag, photo booth, and more.
* Visitors have free access to the art 6-9 pm.
* Info, and learn more about the Center: 310-328-6550 or www.southbaylgbtcenter.org
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Sat, Jun 15, GALLERY OPENING:
6 pm - “GENERATION W(AR): INVESTIGATING THE MECHANISMS BEHIND THE MILITARIZATION OF SOCIETY” at the Torrance Art Museum, 3320 Civic Center Dr, Torrance, CA 90503
* Features 16 artists reflecting on increased military engagement across the globe, plus continuous screening of the film, "Body of War" by Harun Farocki, which accompanies the exhibition's run.
* Opens June 15 with a reception from 6 pm-9 pm. Thereafter, runs regular gallery hours: Tue-Sat, 11 am-5 pm, Jun 18-Aug 24. Closed Sun, Mon, and all major holidays.
* Pictured, “Besieged,” by Jerome Lagarrigue.
* "GENERATION W(ar)" explores the intersections between art and warfare, between artists who focus their art practice toward political expression and criticisms of the institutionalization of war into the fabric of society.
* The 16 featured artists are Shusuke Ao, Josh Azzarella, Vanessa Beecroft, Dan Van Clapp, Melanie Friend, Shaun Gladwell, Ben Jackel, Jerome Lagarrigue, Dinh Q Lê, Hillary Mushkin, Simon Norfolk, Isabel Rocamora, Kim Rugg, Joaquín Segura, Allison Stewart, Yoram Wolberger, and there is a continuous screening of the film, "Body of War" by Harun Farocki.
* 21-year olds have never lived during a time when the US was not at war. How and where can we see this reflected in the art works of our time? Where does patriotism end and nationalism begin? How much militarism in a democracy is too much?
* The artists of "Generation W(ar)" investigate the mechanisms behind the militarization of society, the embedding of the warrior culture, the invisibility of things in plain sight, and the daily relationship to war that underlies the culture at large.
* Curated by Ichiro Irie and Max Presneill.
* Info: 310-618-6388 or www.TorranceArtMuseum.com
* FREE admission.
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Sat, Jun 15:
7 pm - SAUSAGE GRINDER plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001; reservations by phone only, 10 am-10 pm, 7 days, at 626-798-6236.
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Sat, Jun 15; Sat & Sun, Jun 22 & 23:
7:30 pm - WORLD PREMIERE opening night for “THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE” presented by LONG BEACH OPERA at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W Sixth St, San Pedro CA
* The new play by Anthony Davis focuses on the arrest and conviction of New York City teenagers in the 1980s, who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. They were found to be innocent, but that took years from their lives.
* Performances are Sat, Jun 15 & Sat, Jun 22, at 7:30 pm, and Sun, Jun 23, at 2:30 pm.
* TIX: $150 to $49, at 562-470-7464 or www.LongBeachOpera.org
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Sat, Jun 15:
7:30 pm - DAVE ALVIN plus GREG LEISZ AND CHRISTY McWILSON play the AMSD Concerts series in Sweetwater Community Church, 5305 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902; 619-201-0520
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Sat, Jun 15:
8 pm - DAN NAVARRO plus JAMES LEE STANLEY play a double-bill in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jun 15:
8 pm - JANET KLEIN & HER PARLOR BOYS bring their charming and naughty music of the 1920s to Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Sat, Jun 15, FREE LIVE THEATRE:
8 pm - "SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13-15 with “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at its home venue, Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* "In this play, everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t a barrel of laughs." -- Easy Reader News.
* The Shakespeare theatre troupe is doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* See ONGOING EVENTS section for the series' complete multi-venue season calendar.
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☆ See Thursday, Friday & Saturday's listings for FESTIVALS that conclude today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sun, Jun 16:
Noon-2 pm - MURPHY'S FLAW bluegrass band with special guests BRANTLEY KEARNS & PADDY HILL, play this week's "Bluegrass Brunch" series at Viva Rancho Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank CA 91506 (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center)
* Free admission with a purchase from the menu.
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Sun, Jun 16:
Noon-3 pm - Monthly "WESTERN MUSIC & COWBOY POETRY/STORYTELLING SHOWCASE" at the Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, across from the L.A. Zoo in Griffith Park, Los Angeles CA 90027
* Co-sponsored by the California Chapter, Western Music Association.
* Free with paid museum admission.
* There are often nice surprises, based on who is in town, recording or making a movie.
* Those performing get in free; things function like the Nashville-style "song round." If you are a performing artist with suitable material, you can join-in.
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Sun, Jun 16:
8 pm - DAVE ALVIN and GREG LEISZ, plus CHRISTY McWILSON, celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Dave's definitive "King of California" album in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
* They perform this show here two nights, Fri Jun 14 & Sun Jun 16.
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10 am-6:30 pm - 29th Annual "POMONA VALLEY JUNETEENTH JAZZ & ARTS FESTIVAL" in Ganesha Park, 1570 White Av (at McKinley), Pomona, CA
* "Juneteenth" is the annual celebratory remembrance of the final word reaching Texas in June, 1865, that the American Civil War had ended in April and all persons held in bondage had been freed.
* It is celebrated on various days across America, depending on where you are. Here, It's June 15. In Riverside, it waa June 1 (see listing).
* THIS YEAR ALSO MARKS 400 YEARS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE AMERICAS, 1619-2019.
* Features JAZZ, GOSPEL, OLD SCHOOL R & B, POETRY, VENDORS, & FUN FOR THE KIDS.
* Click poster to enlarge for details.
* Info: www.jetmacinc.us or call 909-418-8530 or 909-989-4844.
* Info on this and other Juneteenth events: www.juneteenthsocal.org
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Sat, Jun 15, FESTIVAL:
11 am - Annual "SAM HINTON FOLK FESTIVAL" presented by San Diego Folk Heritage at Templars Hall in Old Poway Park, 14134 Midland Rd, Poway, CA 92064; 858-566-4040
* Featured music acts:
⊙ Gregory Gross and friends
⊙ Trails and Rails
⊙ Calamity
⊙ Travis Oliver
⊙ Enter the Blue Sky
⊙ Baja Blues Boys
* Storytelling in the Porter House, with:
◇ Bugs!
◇ Liars and Thieves
◇ All the Pretty Horses
* Open mic for kids and adults.
* Family dance in Templars Hall with music by More the Merrier and caller Chris Page.
* Irish session, Old-Time jam, Bluegrass jam, Song circle
* TIX & info: http://sdfolkheritage.org/events/sam-hinton-festival-3/
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Sat, Jun 15:
3 pm - DELIRIUM MUSICUM chamber ensemble performs at the First Lutheran Church & School, 2900 W Carson St, Torrance CA
* Founded by Midori student Etienne Gara, it's “dedicated to providing impassioned and engaging musical performances by a young generation of top Los Angeles artists.”
* Info, 310-316-5574
* FREE; donations appreciated.
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Sat, Jun 15, on TV:
6 pm-10 pm (PDT) - "HISTORY OF THE EAGLES" (2013) is a rockumentary that tunefully traces the development of the band, its dominance of a folk-rock genre that became a pillar of Americana Music, the group's personnel changes and breakup, and how "Hell Freezes Over" in their reunion. Individual members subsequent and concurrent projects are likewise covered.
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| Eagles lineup for many of their hits in the early 1970s (from left): Bernie Leadon, Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Randy Meisner, and Don Felder |
* This is the film's only scheduled airing.
* On CNN. Adjust for your time zone.
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Sat, Jun 15, FREE GALLERY EVENT:
6 pm-9 pm - ONE-NIGHT GALLERY EVENT FOR PRIDE MONTH presented by the South Bay LGBTQ Center at Artlife Gallery, 720 S. Allied Way, Plaza El Segundo, in El Segundo CA
* The event is an art show, fine arts auction, and fundraiser
* EXTRA OPTION: 5-6 pm is a "VIP Experience" for a $100 tax-deductible donation, which includes early entrance into the art exhibition, champagne, hors d’oeuvres, a swag bag, photo booth, and more.
* Visitors have free access to the art 6-9 pm.
* Info, and learn more about the Center: 310-328-6550 or www.southbaylgbtcenter.org
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Sat, Jun 15, GALLERY OPENING:
6 pm - “GENERATION W(AR): INVESTIGATING THE MECHANISMS BEHIND THE MILITARIZATION OF SOCIETY” at the Torrance Art Museum, 3320 Civic Center Dr, Torrance, CA 90503
* Features 16 artists reflecting on increased military engagement across the globe, plus continuous screening of the film, "Body of War" by Harun Farocki, which accompanies the exhibition's run.
* Opens June 15 with a reception from 6 pm-9 pm. Thereafter, runs regular gallery hours: Tue-Sat, 11 am-5 pm, Jun 18-Aug 24. Closed Sun, Mon, and all major holidays.
* "GENERATION W(ar)" explores the intersections between art and warfare, between artists who focus their art practice toward political expression and criticisms of the institutionalization of war into the fabric of society.
* The 16 featured artists are Shusuke Ao, Josh Azzarella, Vanessa Beecroft, Dan Van Clapp, Melanie Friend, Shaun Gladwell, Ben Jackel, Jerome Lagarrigue, Dinh Q Lê, Hillary Mushkin, Simon Norfolk, Isabel Rocamora, Kim Rugg, Joaquín Segura, Allison Stewart, Yoram Wolberger, and there is a continuous screening of the film, "Body of War" by Harun Farocki.
* 21-year olds have never lived during a time when the US was not at war. How and where can we see this reflected in the art works of our time? Where does patriotism end and nationalism begin? How much militarism in a democracy is too much?
* The artists of "Generation W(ar)" investigate the mechanisms behind the militarization of society, the embedding of the warrior culture, the invisibility of things in plain sight, and the daily relationship to war that underlies the culture at large.
* Curated by Ichiro Irie and Max Presneill.
* Info: 310-618-6388 or www.TorranceArtMuseum.com
* FREE admission.
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| Sausage Grinder never looks this this stoic or frozen when on stage. |
7 pm - SAUSAGE GRINDER plays the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena, CA 91001; reservations by phone only, 10 am-10 pm, 7 days, at 626-798-6236.
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Sat, Jun 15; Sat & Sun, Jun 22 & 23:
7:30 pm - WORLD PREMIERE opening night for “THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE” presented by LONG BEACH OPERA at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W Sixth St, San Pedro CA
* The new play by Anthony Davis focuses on the arrest and conviction of New York City teenagers in the 1980s, who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. They were found to be innocent, but that took years from their lives.
* Performances are Sat, Jun 15 & Sat, Jun 22, at 7:30 pm, and Sun, Jun 23, at 2:30 pm.
* TIX: $150 to $49, at 562-470-7464 or www.LongBeachOpera.org
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Sat, Jun 15:
7:30 pm - DAVE ALVIN plus GREG LEISZ AND CHRISTY McWILSON play the AMSD Concerts series in Sweetwater Community Church, 5305 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902; 619-201-0520
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Sat, Jun 15:
8 pm - DAN NAVARRO plus JAMES LEE STANLEY play a double-bill in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jun 15:
8 pm - JANET KLEIN & HER PARLOR BOYS bring their charming and naughty music of the 1920s to Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Sat, Jun 15, FREE LIVE THEATRE:
8 pm - "SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA," bringing free productions of the Bard to several Southern California communities, begins its 22nd season on June 13-15 with “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS” at its home venue, Point Fermin Park, on the stage near the lighthouse at 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA 90731
* "In this play, everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Which doesn’t mean it isn’t a barrel of laughs." -- Easy Reader News.
* The Shakespeare theatre troupe is doing 42 performances in 23 locations this year.
* This season brings two Shakespeare plays -- “The Comedy of Errors” and "Henry V" -- in repertory, through Aug 17.
* See ONGOING EVENTS section for the series' complete multi-venue season calendar.
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Sunday
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☆ See Thursday, Friday & Saturday's listings for FESTIVALS that conclude today (we no longer re-list them each day).
Sun, Jun 16:
Noon-2 pm - MURPHY'S FLAW bluegrass band with special guests BRANTLEY KEARNS & PADDY HILL, play this week's "Bluegrass Brunch" series at Viva Rancho Cantina, 900 W Riverside Dr, Burbank CA 91506 (next to the L.A. Equestrian Center)
* Free admission with a purchase from the menu.
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Sun, Jun 16:
Noon-3 pm - Monthly "WESTERN MUSIC & COWBOY POETRY/STORYTELLING SHOWCASE" at the Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, across from the L.A. Zoo in Griffith Park, Los Angeles CA 90027
* Co-sponsored by the California Chapter, Western Music Association.
* Free with paid museum admission.
* There are often nice surprises, based on who is in town, recording or making a movie.
* Those performing get in free; things function like the Nashville-style "song round." If you are a performing artist with suitable material, you can join-in.
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8 pm - DAVE ALVIN and GREG LEISZ, plus CHRISTY McWILSON, celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Dave's definitive "King of California" album in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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| Dave Alvin, as envisioned by Butch Hancock |
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Tue, Jun 18, FREE CONCERT:
6 pm - JAMESTOWN REVIVAL does a free, live-in-store performance at Amoeba Records Hollywood, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles CA 90028
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6 pm - JAMESTOWN REVIVAL does a free, live-in-store performance at Amoeba Records Hollywood, 6400 Sunset Bl, Hollywood / Los Angeles CA 90028
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Thu-Sun, Jun 20-23, FESTIVAL, in Colorado:
46th annual "TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" in the alpine meadow that's become Town Park, high up in the Rocky Mountains in Telluride, CO
* This one is reliably amazing. You MUST go, sometime in your life.
* If you're going this year, be sure to catch THE FIRST LADIES OF BLUEGRASS -- the stellar ensemble of award-winners ALISON BROWN, BECKY BULLER, SIERRA HULL, MOLLY TUTTLE & MISSY RAINES. They perform June 23rd.
* Full info: https://www.bluegrass.com/telluride/
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Thu, Jun 20, FREE ART EVENT:
5 pm-9 pm - 5th annual “EL SEGUNDO ART WALK” through downtown El Segundo CA
* Extends through the city's "ever-evolving" Smoky Hollow neighborhood.
* Details at www.elsegundoartwalk.com
* Free.
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Thu, Jun 20:
6:30 pm-9:30 pm - SIMON SPALDING & JAMES HENDRICKS present a concert of SEA CHANTEYS at the Whale & Ale, 327 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
* This dynamic duo of sea shanties & acoustic folk music delivers a treat tonight especially for those who love sea chanteys / shanties.
* Free parking behind the venue in spaces labeled "Restaurant."
* No cover.
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Fri, Jun 21:
8 pm - "ALANIS MORISSETTE ACOUSTIC" at Humphreys Concerts By the Bay, San Diego, CA
* GET TIX NOW at: https://www1.ticketmaster.com/alanis-morissette-acoustic/event/0A0056791CD44B2B
* She also performs Apr 26 & 27, 9 pm, in Las Vegas; see listings.
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Fri, Jun 21:
8 pm - CARSON McHONE plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Fri, Jun 21:
8 pm - OLD BLIND DOGS play the concert series at Bethany Lutheran Church, 2051 Sunset Cliffs Bl, San Diego, CA 92107
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Saturday
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☆ See Thursday and Friday listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sat, Jun 22, FREE FESTIVAL:
2nd annual City of Thousand Oaks' "POP-UP MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL" presents its "AMERICANA & BLUES" night, with a free co-bill concert by THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE and TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS, at the Stagecoach Inn, 51 S Ventu Park Rd, Newbury Park, CA 91320
* FESTIVAL RUNS THREE WEEKENDS, June 14-29, with a variety of SEVEN events at different locations in and around Thousand Oaks, CA.
* The primary goal of the festival is "to provide residents and visitors with an opportunity to actively participate in and enjoy the arts in unexpected and distinctive locations throughout the community. These sites will include small neighborhood parks, historical sites, and the Lakes, and showcase a wide array of accessible, family-oriented arts events."
* All events are free, all-ages, open to all.
* TONIGHT, Jun 22, 7 pm, booked for the festival by Steve Brogden's "Brogden Bay Presents:"
⊙ TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS. Originally from Houston, Texas, Grammy-nominated Teresa James is based in Los Angeles where she has assembled a group of top L.A.-based touring and session musicians into this, her band.
• Regulars at blues festivals and clubs throughout the US and Europe for many years, for the last 13 years, the band has been a favorite on "Delbert McClinton's Sandy Beaches Blues Cruise."
• Teresa's most recent CD release, "Here in Babylon," was nominated for a "Contemporary Blues" Grammy this past year, a well-deserved honor. The album was also named one of the "20 Best Albums of 2018" by Downbeat magazine.
• She has performed live with Levon Helm, Delbert McClinton, Eric Burdon, Marcia Ball, Tommy Castro, Big Al Anderson, Kirk Whalum, and many others.
• Her voice is featured on albums by Randy Newman, Eric Burdon, Tommy Castro, Bill Medley, Walter Trout, and others. She has also sung for television and movie soundtracks; Teresa and her band were featured in the Disney movie and soundtrack for "Holes".
⊙ THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE. Award-winning vocalist Susie Glaze, mandolinist Steve Rankin,
fiddler Mark Indictor and bassist Fred Sanders comprise the newest name and lineup of this acclaimed Los Angeles-based Americana group.
• They present a lush nu-folk Americana fusion ensemble, with gorgeous eclectic blends of mountain folk and exciting new-grass and Celtic-inspired originals, all with the soaring voice of Susie Glaze.
• Susie is included on the recently-released Compass Records tribute album to her mentor, "Dear Jean - Artists Celebrate Jean Ritchie," alongside artists Judy Collins, Pete Seeger, Janis Ian, Tim O'Brien, John McCutcheon, Robin and Linda Williams, and more.
• "...with people like this to trust, my music will go on living, and soaring. And so will I.” - Jean Ritchie, speaking of Susie Glaze.
• “…one of the finest and most original Americana groups in California (or in the country for that matter).” - No Depression.
• "One of the most beautiful voices in bluegrass and folk music today.” - KPFK's "FolkScene."
• "Her singing is impressive at all ranges…" - Bluegrass Unlimited.
* The festival's OTHER EVENTS during the 3 weekends:
▪ Jun 14, 7 pm: Versa-Style Dance Company presents a program of contemporary and urban dance in Oakbrook Park.
▪ Jun 15, 7 pm: "Sing" screens for "movie night" in Triunfo Park. Activities start at 7. Movie at 8. Food trucks and perform-your-own karaoke with Mr. DJ before the movie.
▪ Jun 21, 7 pm: SIR, PLEASE, young alt-rock 5-piece with special guests, perform in Thousand Oaks Community Park.
▪ Jun 23, 2 pm-4 pm: "Let Your Creativity Take Flight" in Borchard Park. Build and fly kites with Art Trek. Food trucks available.
▪ Jun 28, 7 pm: "AN EVENING WITH SONDHEIM featuring 5-Star Theatricals" at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks.
▪ Jun 29, 7 pm: "NEW WEST SYMPHONY presents LEAH ZEGER QUINTET" in Northwood Park. Jazz, funk, classical, led by the vocals and violin stylings of Leah Zeger.
* All 7 events are free.
* More info, addresses of the other venues: http://www.civicartsplaza.com/popup
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Sat, Jun 22:
4 pm - THE ONLIES play the "Deep End Sessions" in Santa Paula, CA 93060
* Reservations get directions from David Bunn, at deependsessions@gmail.com
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Sat, Jun 22:
7 pm - SUSAN MARIE REEVES & KRISTINA OLSEN play the "Live at the A-Frame" House Concert series in Kagel Canyon, CA 91342
* Reservations get directions at 818-486-8505 or Coddy.Nuckols@gmail.com
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Sat, Jun 22:
7:30 pm - DAN FRECHETTE & LAUREL THOMSEN play the "Gelencser House Concerts" series in Claremont, CA 91711
* Reservations get directions at 909-596-1266 or singfolk@yahoo.com
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Sat & Sun, Jun 22 & 23:
7:30 pm - WORLD PREMIERE run concludes of “THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE” presented by LONG BEACH OPERA at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W Sixth St, San Pedro CA
* The new play by Anthony Davis focuses on the arrest and conviction of New York City teenagers in the 1980s, who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. They were found to be innocent, but that took years from their lives.
* Performances are Sat, Jun 15 & Sat, Jun 22, at 7:30 pm, and Sun, Jun 23, at 2:30 pm.
* TIX: $150 to $49, at 562-470-7464 or www.LongBeachOpera.org
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE plays the "Brogden Bay Concert Series" at Four Friends Gallery, 1414 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
* Info & reservations: Steve Brogden, 805-358-4970
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - OLD BLIND DOGS play the "Pasadena Folk Music Society" concert series in Ramo Auditorium on the campus of California Institute of Technology, 332 S Michigan Av, Pasadena, CA 91106
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - PETER FELDMANN & THE VERY LONESOME BOYS play "a concert of bluegrass, country, and American folk music" at the Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Av,
Los Olivos, CA
* Tix: $15 at the door; $12.50 advance.
* More at: https://bluegrasswest.com/
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - INCENDIO brings their fiery acoustic strings to Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - CRYSTAL BOWERSOX plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - NATHAN JAMES plays the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina, CA 91723; 626-339-7020
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Sunday
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☆ See Thursday and Friday listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sun, Jun 22 & 23:
2:30 pm - WORLD PREMIERE run concludes of “THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE” presented by LONG BEACH OPERA at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W Sixth St, San Pedro CA
* The new play by Anthony Davis focuses on the arrest and conviction of New York City teenagers in the 1980s, who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. They were found to be innocent, but that took years from their lives.
* Performances are Sat, Jun 15 & Sat, Jun 22, at 7:30 pm, and Sun, Jun 23, at 2:30 pm.
* TIX: $150 to $49, at 562-470-7464 or www.LongBeachOpera.org
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Sun, Jun 23:
4 pm - SALTY SUITES play Grapes and Hops, 54 E Main St, Ventura, CA 93001; 805-641-0053
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46th annual "TELLURIDE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL" in the alpine meadow that's become Town Park, high up in the Rocky Mountains in Telluride, CO
* This one is reliably amazing. You MUST go, sometime in your life.
* If you're going this year, be sure to catch THE FIRST LADIES OF BLUEGRASS -- the stellar ensemble of award-winners ALISON BROWN, BECKY BULLER, SIERRA HULL, MOLLY TUTTLE & MISSY RAINES. They perform June 23rd.
* Full info: https://www.bluegrass.com/telluride/
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Thu, Jun 20, FREE ART EVENT:
5 pm-9 pm - 5th annual “EL SEGUNDO ART WALK” through downtown El Segundo CA
* Extends through the city's "ever-evolving" Smoky Hollow neighborhood.
* Details at www.elsegundoartwalk.com
* Free.
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Thu, Jun 20:
6:30 pm-9:30 pm - SIMON SPALDING & JAMES HENDRICKS present a concert of SEA CHANTEYS at the Whale & Ale, 327 W 7th St, San Pedro, CA 90731
* This dynamic duo of sea shanties & acoustic folk music delivers a treat tonight especially for those who love sea chanteys / shanties.
* Free parking behind the venue in spaces labeled "Restaurant."
* No cover.
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Friday
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☆ See Thursday's listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Fri-Sun, Jun 21-23, FESTIVAL:
31st Annual "LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL" at its new site at El Chorro Regional Park in San Luis Obispo, CA
* A spring institution in the hills inland from Santa Barbara, the new site is farther away, but appears to offer real advantages.
* In addition to the music, this one offers plenty of other activities that include ubiquitous dancers to the sides of the stage, a beer garden, an ArtWalk, and kids activities.
* Buy tickets online in advance; higher at the gate.
* Camping at the new site could sell out this year.
* This festival has fiercely loyal devotees, partly because it funds KCBX, a favorite Central Coast radio station. And that is the key to understanding the broadly eclectic nature of its booked acts. There is top-notch Folk-Americana and thoughtful and creative singer-songwriter fare, and there is also world music and some stuff That's rather "out there."
* LINEUP, day-by-day, all stages...
- Fri, Jun 21:
⊙ Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore with the Guilty Ones, American Roots Music
⊙ Shinyribs, Country-Soul / Swamp-Funk
⊙ T Sisters, Americana Indie-Folk
⊙ Arthur Watership, Experimental Folk, Baroque Rock
⊙ Brass Mash--Hot Licks Dance, Powerhouse Brass Band / Mash ups
⊙ The Upside--Stage Too, Ska
- Sat, Jun 22:
⊙ Antibalas, Afrobeat
⊙ Shook Twins, Indie Folk Pop
⊙ Orquesta Akokán, Joyous Cuban Big Band
⊙ Sunny War, Blues Folk Punk
⊙ Soul Scratch, Funk / Soul / R&B
⊙ Phil Salazar and the Kin Folk, Acoustic Folk Fusion
⊙ The Sam Chase & the Untraditional--Stage Too, Kick-A** Folk
⊙ Carbon City Lights--Stage Too, Groovy Indie Alt-Rock
⊙ True Zion--Stage Too, Roots Reggae
⊙ Derek Senn--Morning Hot Licks, Singer-songwriter
⊙ SLO County Stumblers--Morning Hot Licks, Old Time String Band
⊙ Something Ridiculous Jugglers--Beer Garden, Juggling and more
- Sun, Jun 23:
⊙ Brett Dennen, Folk Pop & Good Vibes
⊙ Bombino, North-African Desert Rock
⊙ John Craigie, Americana Singer-Songwriter
⊙ Moonshiner Collective, Indie Folk Rock n Soul
⊙ The Sons of the Soul Revivers, Traditional Gospel
⊙ The Ghost of Paul Revere--Stage Too, Foot-Stompin' Holler Folk
⊙ Midtown Social--Stage Too, Exclusively Inclusive
⊙ Soul Noach Tangeras--Beer Garden, Americana Roots
⊙ Chris Beland & Harmony--Morning Hot Licks, Father-daughter singer-songwriters
⊙ The Cimo Brothers--Morning Hot Licks, Folky Classical World Rock
* Kids Activities here are outstanding. Day-by-day, they are:
◇ Friday: Delphinius Nature Hike; Crafts Workshops; Something Ridiculous Jugglers; John Beccia concert; Aerialist performers; Talent show tryouts; Craft Workshops; Sushi Making Workshop.
◇ Saturday: Delphinius Nature Hike; Yoga with Tim Costa; Kids Yoga with Anika; Tortoise & Snake Tutorial w/Professor Ron Rupert; Crafts Workshops; Jugglers Workshop; Skeedaddle Children's concert; Talent show tryouts; Sushi Making Workshop.
◇ Sunday: Nature hike Delphinius School; Yoga with Tim Costa; Kids Yoga with Anika; Craft workshops; Something Ridiculous Jugglers; Kids talent Talent Show.
* Prefer a bed to camping? San Luis Obispo offers a wide variety of accommodations including hotels ranging from corporate to boutique, budget-friendly motels, quaint inns, and family-owned bed and breakfasts. There's a link on the festival site for local hotels – book a stay at any of those SLO hotels during the festival and receive up to $10 off your festival tickets. Provide your hotel booking confirmation to promotions@sanluisobispovacations.com and receive a promo code to use when purchasing your festival tickets online.
* Full info & tix, www.liveoakfest.org
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Fri, Jun 21:
7:30 pm - "FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES" presents DAN FRECHETTE & LAUREL THOMSEN plus THE HONEY WHISKEY TRIO at Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Rd, Newbury Park, CA 92320
* Info: Bob Kroll, at 805-499-3511 or folksgr1@aol.com
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☆ See Thursday's listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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31st Annual "LIVE OAK MUSIC FESTIVAL" at its new site at El Chorro Regional Park in San Luis Obispo, CA
* A spring institution in the hills inland from Santa Barbara, the new site is farther away, but appears to offer real advantages.
* In addition to the music, this one offers plenty of other activities that include ubiquitous dancers to the sides of the stage, a beer garden, an ArtWalk, and kids activities.
* Buy tickets online in advance; higher at the gate.
* Camping at the new site could sell out this year.
* This festival has fiercely loyal devotees, partly because it funds KCBX, a favorite Central Coast radio station. And that is the key to understanding the broadly eclectic nature of its booked acts. There is top-notch Folk-Americana and thoughtful and creative singer-songwriter fare, and there is also world music and some stuff That's rather "out there."
* LINEUP, day-by-day, all stages...
- Fri, Jun 21:
⊙ Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore with the Guilty Ones, American Roots Music
⊙ Shinyribs, Country-Soul / Swamp-Funk
⊙ T Sisters, Americana Indie-Folk
⊙ Arthur Watership, Experimental Folk, Baroque Rock
⊙ The Upside--Stage Too, Ska
- Sat, Jun 22:
⊙ Antibalas, Afrobeat
⊙ Shook Twins, Indie Folk Pop
⊙ Orquesta Akokán, Joyous Cuban Big Band
⊙ Sunny War, Blues Folk Punk
⊙ Soul Scratch, Funk / Soul / R&B
⊙ Phil Salazar and the Kin Folk, Acoustic Folk Fusion
⊙ The Sam Chase & the Untraditional--Stage Too, Kick-A** Folk
⊙ Carbon City Lights--Stage Too, Groovy Indie Alt-Rock
⊙ Derek Senn--Morning Hot Licks, Singer-songwriter
⊙ SLO County Stumblers--Morning Hot Licks, Old Time String Band
⊙ Something Ridiculous Jugglers--Beer Garden, Juggling and more
- Sun, Jun 23:
⊙ Brett Dennen, Folk Pop & Good Vibes
⊙ Bombino, North-African Desert Rock
⊙ John Craigie, Americana Singer-Songwriter
⊙ The Sons of the Soul Revivers, Traditional Gospel
⊙ The Ghost of Paul Revere--Stage Too, Foot-Stompin' Holler Folk
⊙ Midtown Social--Stage Too, Exclusively Inclusive
⊙ Soul Noach Tangeras--Beer Garden, Americana Roots
⊙ Chris Beland & Harmony--Morning Hot Licks, Father-daughter singer-songwriters
⊙ The Cimo Brothers--Morning Hot Licks, Folky Classical World Rock
* Kids Activities here are outstanding. Day-by-day, they are:
◇ Friday: Delphinius Nature Hike; Crafts Workshops; Something Ridiculous Jugglers; John Beccia concert; Aerialist performers; Talent show tryouts; Craft Workshops; Sushi Making Workshop.
◇ Saturday: Delphinius Nature Hike; Yoga with Tim Costa; Kids Yoga with Anika; Tortoise & Snake Tutorial w/Professor Ron Rupert; Crafts Workshops; Jugglers Workshop; Skeedaddle Children's concert; Talent show tryouts; Sushi Making Workshop.
◇ Sunday: Nature hike Delphinius School; Yoga with Tim Costa; Kids Yoga with Anika; Craft workshops; Something Ridiculous Jugglers; Kids talent Talent Show.
* Prefer a bed to camping? San Luis Obispo offers a wide variety of accommodations including hotels ranging from corporate to boutique, budget-friendly motels, quaint inns, and family-owned bed and breakfasts. There's a link on the festival site for local hotels – book a stay at any of those SLO hotels during the festival and receive up to $10 off your festival tickets. Provide your hotel booking confirmation to promotions@sanluisobispovacations.com and receive a promo code to use when purchasing your festival tickets online.
* Full info & tix, www.liveoakfest.org
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Fri, Jun 21:
7:30 pm - "FIRESIDE CONCERT SERIES" presents DAN FRECHETTE & LAUREL THOMSEN plus THE HONEY WHISKEY TRIO at Borchard Community Center, 190 Reino Rd, Newbury Park, CA 92320
* Info: Bob Kroll, at 805-499-3511 or folksgr1@aol.com
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8 pm - "ALANIS MORISSETTE ACOUSTIC" at Humphreys Concerts By the Bay, San Diego, CA
* GET TIX NOW at: https://www1.ticketmaster.com/alanis-morissette-acoustic/event/0A0056791CD44B2B
* She also performs Apr 26 & 27, 9 pm, in Las Vegas; see listings.
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Fri, Jun 21:
8 pm - CARSON McHONE plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Fri, Jun 21:
8 pm - OLD BLIND DOGS play the concert series at Bethany Lutheran Church, 2051 Sunset Cliffs Bl, San Diego, CA 92107
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Saturday
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☆ See Thursday and Friday listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sat, Jun 22, FREE FESTIVAL:
2nd annual City of Thousand Oaks' "POP-UP MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL" presents its "AMERICANA & BLUES" night, with a free co-bill concert by THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE and TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS, at the Stagecoach Inn, 51 S Ventu Park Rd, Newbury Park, CA 91320
* FESTIVAL RUNS THREE WEEKENDS, June 14-29, with a variety of SEVEN events at different locations in and around Thousand Oaks, CA.
* The primary goal of the festival is "to provide residents and visitors with an opportunity to actively participate in and enjoy the arts in unexpected and distinctive locations throughout the community. These sites will include small neighborhood parks, historical sites, and the Lakes, and showcase a wide array of accessible, family-oriented arts events."
* All events are free, all-ages, open to all.
* TONIGHT, Jun 22, 7 pm, booked for the festival by Steve Brogden's "Brogden Bay Presents:"
⊙ TERESA JAMES & THE RHYTHM TRAMPS. Originally from Houston, Texas, Grammy-nominated Teresa James is based in Los Angeles where she has assembled a group of top L.A.-based touring and session musicians into this, her band.
• Regulars at blues festivals and clubs throughout the US and Europe for many years, for the last 13 years, the band has been a favorite on "Delbert McClinton's Sandy Beaches Blues Cruise."
• Teresa's most recent CD release, "Here in Babylon," was nominated for a "Contemporary Blues" Grammy this past year, a well-deserved honor. The album was also named one of the "20 Best Albums of 2018" by Downbeat magazine.
• She has performed live with Levon Helm, Delbert McClinton, Eric Burdon, Marcia Ball, Tommy Castro, Big Al Anderson, Kirk Whalum, and many others.
• Her voice is featured on albums by Randy Newman, Eric Burdon, Tommy Castro, Bill Medley, Walter Trout, and others. She has also sung for television and movie soundtracks; Teresa and her band were featured in the Disney movie and soundtrack for "Holes".
⊙ THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE. Award-winning vocalist Susie Glaze, mandolinist Steve Rankin,
fiddler Mark Indictor and bassist Fred Sanders comprise the newest name and lineup of this acclaimed Los Angeles-based Americana group.
• They present a lush nu-folk Americana fusion ensemble, with gorgeous eclectic blends of mountain folk and exciting new-grass and Celtic-inspired originals, all with the soaring voice of Susie Glaze.
• Susie is included on the recently-released Compass Records tribute album to her mentor, "Dear Jean - Artists Celebrate Jean Ritchie," alongside artists Judy Collins, Pete Seeger, Janis Ian, Tim O'Brien, John McCutcheon, Robin and Linda Williams, and more.
• "...with people like this to trust, my music will go on living, and soaring. And so will I.” - Jean Ritchie, speaking of Susie Glaze.
• “…one of the finest and most original Americana groups in California (or in the country for that matter).” - No Depression.
• "One of the most beautiful voices in bluegrass and folk music today.” - KPFK's "FolkScene."
• "Her singing is impressive at all ranges…" - Bluegrass Unlimited.
* The festival's OTHER EVENTS during the 3 weekends:
▪ Jun 14, 7 pm: Versa-Style Dance Company presents a program of contemporary and urban dance in Oakbrook Park.
▪ Jun 15, 7 pm: "Sing" screens for "movie night" in Triunfo Park. Activities start at 7. Movie at 8. Food trucks and perform-your-own karaoke with Mr. DJ before the movie.
▪ Jun 21, 7 pm: SIR, PLEASE, young alt-rock 5-piece with special guests, perform in Thousand Oaks Community Park.
▪ Jun 23, 2 pm-4 pm: "Let Your Creativity Take Flight" in Borchard Park. Build and fly kites with Art Trek. Food trucks available.
▪ Jun 28, 7 pm: "AN EVENING WITH SONDHEIM featuring 5-Star Theatricals" at The Lakes at Thousand Oaks.
▪ Jun 29, 7 pm: "NEW WEST SYMPHONY presents LEAH ZEGER QUINTET" in Northwood Park. Jazz, funk, classical, led by the vocals and violin stylings of Leah Zeger.
* All 7 events are free.
* More info, addresses of the other venues: http://www.civicartsplaza.com/popup
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4 pm - THE ONLIES play the "Deep End Sessions" in Santa Paula, CA 93060
* Reservations get directions from David Bunn, at deependsessions@gmail.com
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Sat, Jun 22:
7 pm - SUSAN MARIE REEVES & KRISTINA OLSEN play the "Live at the A-Frame" House Concert series in Kagel Canyon, CA 91342
* Reservations get directions at 818-486-8505 or Coddy.Nuckols@gmail.com
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Sat, Jun 22:
7:30 pm - DAN FRECHETTE & LAUREL THOMSEN play the "Gelencser House Concerts" series in Claremont, CA 91711
* Reservations get directions at 909-596-1266 or singfolk@yahoo.com
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Sat & Sun, Jun 22 & 23:
7:30 pm - WORLD PREMIERE run concludes of “THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE” presented by LONG BEACH OPERA at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W Sixth St, San Pedro CA
* The new play by Anthony Davis focuses on the arrest and conviction of New York City teenagers in the 1980s, who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. They were found to be innocent, but that took years from their lives.
* Performances are Sat, Jun 15 & Sat, Jun 22, at 7:30 pm, and Sun, Jun 23, at 2:30 pm.
* TIX: $150 to $49, at 562-470-7464 or www.LongBeachOpera.org
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - THE SUSIE GLAZE NEW FOLK ENSEMBLE plays the "Brogden Bay Concert Series" at Four Friends Gallery, 1414 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
* Info & reservations: Steve Brogden, 805-358-4970
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - OLD BLIND DOGS play the "Pasadena Folk Music Society" concert series in Ramo Auditorium on the campus of California Institute of Technology, 332 S Michigan Av, Pasadena, CA 91106
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - PETER FELDMANN & THE VERY LONESOME BOYS play "a concert of bluegrass, country, and American folk music" at the Santa Ynez Valley Grange Hall, 2374 Alamo Pintado Av,
Los Olivos, CA
* Tix: $15 at the door; $12.50 advance.
* More at: https://bluegrasswest.com/
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - INCENDIO brings their fiery acoustic strings to Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - CRYSTAL BOWERSOX plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jun 22:
8 pm - NATHAN JAMES plays the Fret House, 309 N Citrus Av, Covina, CA 91723; 626-339-7020
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☆ See Thursday and Friday listings for FESTIVALS that continue today (we no longer re-list them each day).
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Sun, Jun 22 & 23:
2:30 pm - WORLD PREMIERE run concludes of “THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE” presented by LONG BEACH OPERA at the Warner Grand Theatre, 478 W Sixth St, San Pedro CA
* The new play by Anthony Davis focuses on the arrest and conviction of New York City teenagers in the 1980s, who happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. They were found to be innocent, but that took years from their lives.
* Performances are Sat, Jun 15 & Sat, Jun 22, at 7:30 pm, and Sun, Jun 23, at 2:30 pm.
* TIX: $150 to $49, at 562-470-7464 or www.LongBeachOpera.org
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4 pm - SALTY SUITES play Grapes and Hops, 54 E Main St, Ventura, CA 93001; 805-641-0053
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Sun, Jun 23, FREE CONCERT:
5 pm - THE GREAT AMERICAN SWING BAND presented by "Summer Sounds WeHo" in Plummer Park, 7377 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood, CA 90046
* Repertoire includes Standards, Swing, Big Band, Jazz, Dixieland, Rhythm and Blues, Rock and Roll, and Contemporary Music.
* Music sample: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AvSMpJXaOzE28XdkyiN3CC4YFOYc
* Band's website: www.greatamericanswingband
* Limited first come, first serve seating available, or bring a picnic basket and blanket.
* Parking is always an expensive issue in WeHo and it keeps us from frequenting some legendary music venues there. Ride the Metro bus, or consult: www.weho.org/summersounds
* Free.
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Sun, Jun 23:
8 pm - "SINGOUT TOUR 2019" featuring HEATHER MAE & CRYS MATTHEWS, arrives in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Thu, Jun 27:
8 pm - EJ MATHEWS BAND plays Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Friday
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Fri, Jun 28:
7:30 pm - RAMBLIN' JACK ELLIOTT plays the "AMSD Concerts" series in Sweetwater Community Church, 5305 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902; 619-201-0520
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Fri, Jun 28:
8 pm - JOE ROBINSON plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Fri, Jun 28:
8 pm - THE STORYTELLERS play the Bon Vivant Market & Café, 3155 Glendale Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90039; 323-284-8013
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Saturday
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Sat, Jun 29:
Annual "BLUEGRASS DAY AT THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR," sponsored by the "San Diego Bluegrass Society" and "The North County Bluegrass & Folk Club." Details to appear on the fair's website.
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Sat, Jun 29, FILM SCREENING:
2 pm-4 pm - "VETERANS MAKE MOVIES" film event at LACMA.
* Poster has details.
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Sat, Jun 29:
7:30 pm - JOE ROBINSON plays the "Wooden Hall Concerts" series in the Alhecama Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Sat, Jun 29:
7:30 pm - BERKLEY HART, San Diego's most awarded acoustic duo, plays the "San Diego Folk Heritage" concert series at Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 2020 Chestnut Av, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Sat, Jun 29:
8 pm - JOSH RITTER & THE ROYAL CITY BAND plus PENNY & SPARROW play "The Bluegrass Situation" concert series in the Theatre at the Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213-623-3233
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Sat, Jun 29:
8 pm - JOHN McEUEN & THE STRING WIZARDS play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sunday
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Sun, Jun 30, pseudo FESTIVAL:
1:30 pm-9 pm - "ONE CITY ONE PRIDE DAY OF ART" is a day of performances and panel discussions in the West Hollywood City Council Chambers, 625 N San Vicente Bl, West Hollywood, CA 90069
* Program is:
• 1:30 pm: Let Love Flourish and Everyone Deserves (A) Love (Poem) Queer Poetry Pop-Ups.
• 2:30 pm: Launch of “Crush: First Love, New Talent” an LGBTQ comic anthology.
• 3:30 pm: QueerWise writing collective and spoken word performance group led by Michael Kearns.
• 5 pm: “Where Love Is Illegal” panel discussion: Being LGBTQ is illegal in 70 countries; powerful images from award-winning photographer Robin Hammond’s project document what that means.
• 7 pm: “¡Gaytino! Made in America” Mariachi to Merman, Sondheim to Cesar Chavez, decades of Mexican-American/Chicano and LGBTQ history intersect in story and song as Dan Guerrero presents this first public screening of a new film of his acclaimed solo play. View the trailer at: https://vimeo.com/328527151
* Free Admission.
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Sun, Jun 30:
8 pm - RAMBLIN' JACK ELLIOTT plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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More FESTIVALS and concerts and
all kindsa things are still being added --
June is FILLED with 'em, and
they're among the year's VERY BEST!
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FARTHER AHEAD...
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Thursday
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HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
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Thu, Jul 4:
11 am-5 pm - "4th OF JULY BARNDANCE" at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, CA 90290; 310-455-3723
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Thu, Jul 4:
BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY plus RUMBLE KING play the City of Burbank's 2019 "Starlight Bowl Concert Season" at the Starlight Bowl, 1249 Lockheed View Dr, Burbank CA 91501
* TIX at: www.starlightbowl.com
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Thu, Jul 4:
8 pm - "HOTEL CALIFORNIA: A SALUTE TO THE EAGLES" is this year's annual "July 4 Spectacular" with PACIFIC SYMPHONY and Eagles tribute band HOTEL CALIFORNIA in the Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair & Event Center, in Costa Mesa CA
Orange County’s favorite 4th-of-July celebration! The highly acclaimed “Hotel California” band headlines our extravaganza with mega-hits like “Hotel California” and “Take It Easy” — plus enjoy patriotic favorites, our traditional salute to the U.S. armed forces and a brilliant fireworks finale.
* You can add a picnic dinner to your ticket order. Options include prime rib, grilled salmon and fried chicken dinners, turkey, roast beef and ham sandwich boxes or a delicious charcuterie plate. All orders include a bottle of water. These pre-ordered picnic boxes are available for pickup on the night of the concert in the Plaza Pacifica picnic area.
* TIX include an OC Fair admission (fair runs Jul 12 to Aug 11).
* TIX at: https://www.pacificsymphony.org/tickets/concert/hotel_california
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Fri, Jul 5:
Time tba - DENNIS ROGER REED, plus SUITCASE JOHNNIE play Iva Lee’s in San Clemente CA
* It's "good stuff" acoustic music from performing songwriter and FolkWorks columnist Dennis Roger Reed.
* Check out his new (latest) CD, "BEFORE IT WAS BEFORE," folk, swing, folk rock, blues and bluegrass from Dennis Roger Reed with Don Reed, at: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisrogerreedwithdonreed
* More at: www.dennisrogerreed.com
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Fri, Jul 5:
8 pm - OLD BLIND DOGS play the "Ojai Concert Series" at Ojai Valley Woman's Club, 441 E Ojai Av, Ojai, CA 92023; 805-649-5189
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Fri, Jul 5:
8 pm - THE LONELY HEARTSTRING BAND plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jul 6:
8 pm - "AN EVENING WITH LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND" in the Fred Kavli Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362; Box Office, 805-449-2787
* Singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums.
* Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
* TIX, $131, $91, $81, $66, at: http://www.civicartsplaza.com/show_detail.php?id=642
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Wed, Jul 10, FILM SCREENING EVENT:
7 pm - "WOMAN AT WAR," the LUX Prize 2018 winner, environmental-themed, feminist comedy-drama, gets a special screening at the USC School for Cinematic Arts, Ray Stark Family Theatre, SCA 108, George Lucas Building, 900 W 34th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007.
* Co-sponsored by Outside the Box, Magnolia Pictures, The European Parliament European Liaison Office in Washington, D.C., and USC Schwarzenegger Institute.
* Representatives in attendance from the European Parliament, CA and Schwarzenegger Institute Environmental Policy Director Fran Pavley (former CA State Senator).
* How's this to set the tone? “It’s time for all of our doubters and producers of pollution to join us and move forward together. We are asking you to stop lying to the people about climate change and pollution, and to offer them solutions instead of bullsh*t.” -- the former California governor who now heads the USC Schwarzenegger Institute, speaking at the third-annual R20 Austrian World Summit, May 28 at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna.
* Sen. Pavley will introduce the film by explaining how her work on environmental policy and women’s rights issues were often intertwined.
* The "R20 Austrian World Summit" brought together 150 leaders from politics, business, civil society and academia representing 30 countries to provide examples of best practices and innovative projects for climate protection.
* The Political Climate podcast team attended the Austrian World Summit and heard firsthand from global leaders, like UN Secretary General Antonio Guterresand climate activist Greta Thunberg. It underscored the fact that despite the U.S. pulling out of the Paris Climate Agreement, other countries and subnational governments continue to step up in the face of mounting carbon emissions and the growing impacts of climate change.
* FREE to attend with advance reservation, at: https://cinema.usc.edu/events/reservation.cfm?id=48329
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Sat, Jul 13:
Time tba - DENNIS ROGER REED plays Middle Ridge Winery Tasting Gallery, 54301 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild CA; 951-659-9000; https://www.middleridge.com/Store/The-Gallery
* Wine and art -- and, this evening, "good stuff" acoustic music from performing songwriter and FolkWorks columnist Dennis Roger Reed.
* Check out his new (latest) CD, "BEFORE IT WAS BEFORE," folk, swing, folk rock, blues and bluegrass from Dennis Roger Reed with Don Reed, at: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisrogerreedwithdonreed
* More at: www.dennisrogerreed.com
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Sun, Jul 14:
9 pm - GETHEN JENKINS, named "Best Outlaw Country Artist" in LA Weekly’s “Best Of” issue, plays The Canyon Santa Clarita, 24201 Valencia Bl #1351, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
* Tix now on sale, $15 seated, $10 standing, at: https://www1.ticketmaster.com/gethen-jenkins/event/090056B7C9873B53
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Wed, Jul, 17; FREE "making a difference" event:
10 am-2 pm - "SUSTAINABILITY PLAN SYMPOSIUM" at University of Southern California, Doheny Memorial Library, Room 240, 3550 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
* Full name of event: "L.A. County Sustainability Plan: Gearing Up Economic Opportunity and Jobs"
* What: the UCLA Luskin Center, the USC Schwarzenegger Institute, and the USC Center for Sustainability Solutions invite you to join the Los Angeles County Chief (of the) Sustainability Office for a discussion of the L.A. County Sustainability Plan and its potential to promote and expand new business opportunities in the United States’ most populous county and the world’s third largest metropolitan economy.
* A diverse group of business leaders, County officials, and economic and workforce development specialists from across California will examine the sustainability plan's potential to drive economic and job growth.
* Featured discussion on how the plan will shape the future economy of LA County by accelerating demand for advanced transportation, renewable energy, energy efficient infrastructure, and urban greening while supporting strategic and inclusive workforce development practices.
* Schedule
10 am-1 pm - Symposium
1 pm-2 pm - Networking Lunch
* Parking, light refreshments, and a networking lunch are provided, complimentary with registration.
* Questions, call 213-821-5536.
* REGISTER to attend free (before it fills up): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-county-sustainability-plan-gearing-up-economic-opportunity-and-jobs-tickets-63346633486
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Aug 16-17-18, FESTIVAL:
Annual "SUMMERGRASS SAN DIEGO" Bluegrass festival, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista, CA; festival phone,858-679-4854.
* Headliner lineup features The Grascals, David Parmley & Cardinal Tradition, High Fidelity, The Old Blue Band; also performing are: Tom Cunningham Band, Prairie Sky, Front Porch Music Preservation Society, Chris Cerna & The Bluegrass Republic, LeRoy Mack & Gloryland , Sheri Lee & The Blue Hearts, Vulcan Mountain Boys, and MohaviSoul.
* It's 3 days of live music from 12 national, regional and local bands; music workshops presented by the same performing artists; a variety of family & kid-oriented music activities; lots of spontaneous live jam sessions; instrument raffles of top-grade new instruments; tasty food, and a variety of vendors.
* Plus, the "Third Annual Pie Society Meeting" (and competition) happens at Summergrass 2019.
* Info, tix, lineups, schedules, & volunteer opportunities, at: www.summergrass.net
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Sat, Sep 7:
8 pm - "TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR (with fireworks)" with CARL ST. CLAIR, conductor; BENJAMIN BEILMAN, violin; & PACIFIC SYMPHONY, at Pacific Amphitheatre, OC Fair & Events Center, Costa Mesa CA
* Southern Californians are incredibly fortunate to have the Hollywood Bowl, the Greek Theatre, the Ford Amphitheatre, and the OC Amphitheatre all available as splendid outdoor concert venues. Be sure to catch a symphonic treasure beneath the OC skies.
• TCHAIKOVSKY: Violin Concerto
• RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: “Capriccio Espagnol”
• TCHAIKOVSKY: “1812” Overture
* Complete with live cannons and brilliant fireworks, no SummerFest is complete without Pacific Symphony performing Tchaikovsky’s thrilling “1812” overture.
* The evening features this famous romantic composer’s greatest hits, including his memorable Violin Concerto, performed by the first-prize winner of the 2010 "Montréal International Musical Competition," Benjamin Beilman. “The Times” has praised Beilman’s “handsome technique, burnished sound, and quiet confidence,” and “The Strad” described his playing as “pure poetry.”
* TIX and full info at: 714-755-5799 or www.PacificSymphony.org
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Sat & Sun, Oct 12 & 13:
CINDY KALLET & GREY LARSEN play a pair of rare West Coast gigs at the "Santa Monica House Concerts" series in Santa Monica, CA
* Details will be posted closer to the dates, at:
http://santamonicahouseconcerts.com/
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5 pm - THE GREAT AMERICAN SWING BAND presented by "Summer Sounds WeHo" in Plummer Park, 7377 Santa Monica Bl, West Hollywood, CA 90046
* Repertoire includes Standards, Swing, Big Band, Jazz, Dixieland, Rhythm and Blues, Rock and Roll, and Contemporary Music.
* Music sample: https://1drv.ms/u/s!AvSMpJXaOzE28XdkyiN3CC4YFOYc
* Band's website: www.greatamericanswingband
* Limited first come, first serve seating available, or bring a picnic basket and blanket.
* Parking is always an expensive issue in WeHo and it keeps us from frequenting some legendary music venues there. Ride the Metro bus, or consult: www.weho.org/summersounds
* Free.
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Sun, Jun 23:
8 pm - "SINGOUT TOUR 2019" featuring HEATHER MAE & CRYS MATTHEWS, arrives in the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Thursday
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Thu, Jun 27:
8 pm - EJ MATHEWS BAND plays Boulevard Music, 4316 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City, CA 90230; 310-398-2583
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Friday
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Fri, Jun 28:
7:30 pm - RAMBLIN' JACK ELLIOTT plays the "AMSD Concerts" series in Sweetwater Community Church, 5305 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902; 619-201-0520
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Fri, Jun 28:
8 pm - JOE ROBINSON plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Fri, Jun 28:
8 pm - THE STORYTELLERS play the Bon Vivant Market & Café, 3155 Glendale Bl, Los Angeles, CA 90039; 323-284-8013
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Saturday
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Sat, Jun 29:
Annual "BLUEGRASS DAY AT THE SAN DIEGO COUNTY FAIR," sponsored by the "San Diego Bluegrass Society" and "The North County Bluegrass & Folk Club." Details to appear on the fair's website.
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Sat, Jun 29, FILM SCREENING:
2 pm-4 pm - "VETERANS MAKE MOVIES" film event at LACMA.
* Poster has details.
___
Sat, Jun 29:
7:30 pm - JOE ROBINSON plays the "Wooden Hall Concerts" series in the Alhecama Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Sat, Jun 29:
7:30 pm - BERKLEY HART, San Diego's most awarded acoustic duo, plays the "San Diego Folk Heritage" concert series at Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 2020 Chestnut Av, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Sat, Jun 29:
8 pm - JOSH RITTER & THE ROYAL CITY BAND plus PENNY & SPARROW play "The Bluegrass Situation" concert series in the Theatre at the Ace Hotel, 929 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213-623-3233
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Sat, Jun 29:
8 pm - JOHN McEUEN & THE STRING WIZARDS play the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sunday
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Sun, Jun 30, pseudo FESTIVAL:
1:30 pm-9 pm - "ONE CITY ONE PRIDE DAY OF ART" is a day of performances and panel discussions in the West Hollywood City Council Chambers, 625 N San Vicente Bl, West Hollywood, CA 90069
* Program is:
• 1:30 pm: Let Love Flourish and Everyone Deserves (A) Love (Poem) Queer Poetry Pop-Ups.
• 2:30 pm: Launch of “Crush: First Love, New Talent” an LGBTQ comic anthology.
• 3:30 pm: QueerWise writing collective and spoken word performance group led by Michael Kearns.
• 5 pm: “Where Love Is Illegal” panel discussion: Being LGBTQ is illegal in 70 countries; powerful images from award-winning photographer Robin Hammond’s project document what that means.
• 7 pm: “¡Gaytino! Made in America” Mariachi to Merman, Sondheim to Cesar Chavez, decades of Mexican-American/Chicano and LGBTQ history intersect in story and song as Dan Guerrero presents this first public screening of a new film of his acclaimed solo play. View the trailer at: https://vimeo.com/328527151
* Free Admission.
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Sun, Jun 30:
8 pm - RAMBLIN' JACK ELLIOTT plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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More FESTIVALS and concerts and
all kindsa things are still being added --
June is FILLED with 'em, and
they're among the year's VERY BEST!
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Thursday
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HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
___
Thu, Jul 4:
11 am-5 pm - "4th OF JULY BARNDANCE" at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Bl, Topanga, CA 90290; 310-455-3723
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Thu, Jul 4:
BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY plus RUMBLE KING play the City of Burbank's 2019 "Starlight Bowl Concert Season" at the Starlight Bowl, 1249 Lockheed View Dr, Burbank CA 91501
* TIX at: www.starlightbowl.com
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Thu, Jul 4:
8 pm - "HOTEL CALIFORNIA: A SALUTE TO THE EAGLES" is this year's annual "July 4 Spectacular" with PACIFIC SYMPHONY and Eagles tribute band HOTEL CALIFORNIA in the Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair & Event Center, in Costa Mesa CA
Orange County’s favorite 4th-of-July celebration! The highly acclaimed “Hotel California” band headlines our extravaganza with mega-hits like “Hotel California” and “Take It Easy” — plus enjoy patriotic favorites, our traditional salute to the U.S. armed forces and a brilliant fireworks finale.
* You can add a picnic dinner to your ticket order. Options include prime rib, grilled salmon and fried chicken dinners, turkey, roast beef and ham sandwich boxes or a delicious charcuterie plate. All orders include a bottle of water. These pre-ordered picnic boxes are available for pickup on the night of the concert in the Plaza Pacifica picnic area.
* TIX include an OC Fair admission (fair runs Jul 12 to Aug 11).
* TIX at: https://www.pacificsymphony.org/tickets/concert/hotel_california
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Friday
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Fri, Jul 5:
Time tba - DENNIS ROGER REED, plus SUITCASE JOHNNIE play Iva Lee’s in San Clemente CA
* It's "good stuff" acoustic music from performing songwriter and FolkWorks columnist Dennis Roger Reed.
* Check out his new (latest) CD, "BEFORE IT WAS BEFORE," folk, swing, folk rock, blues and bluegrass from Dennis Roger Reed with Don Reed, at: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisrogerreedwithdonreed
* More at: www.dennisrogerreed.com
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Fri, Jul 5:
8 pm - OLD BLIND DOGS play the "Ojai Concert Series" at Ojai Valley Woman's Club, 441 E Ojai Av, Ojai, CA 92023; 805-649-5189
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Fri, Jul 5:
8 pm - THE LONELY HEARTSTRING BAND plays the famous concert hall in back of McCabe’s Guitar Shop, 3101 Pico Bl, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310-828-4497
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Sat, Jul 6:
8 pm - "AN EVENING WITH LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND" in the Fred Kavli Theatre at Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, 2100 E Thousand Oaks Bl, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362; Box Office, 805-449-2787
* Singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums.
* Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.
* TIX, $131, $91, $81, $66, at: http://www.civicartsplaza.com/show_detail.php?id=642
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Wed, Jul 10, FILM SCREENING EVENT:
7 pm - "WOMAN AT WAR," the LUX Prize 2018 winner, environmental-themed, feminist comedy-drama, gets a special screening at the USC School for Cinematic Arts, Ray Stark Family Theatre, SCA 108, George Lucas Building, 900 W 34th St, Los Angeles, CA 90007.
* Co-sponsored by Outside the Box, Magnolia Pictures, The European Parliament European Liaison Office in Washington, D.C., and USC Schwarzenegger Institute.
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* How's this to set the tone? “It’s time for all of our doubters and producers of pollution to join us and move forward together. We are asking you to stop lying to the people about climate change and pollution, and to offer them solutions instead of bullsh*t.” -- the former California governor who now heads the USC Schwarzenegger Institute, speaking at the third-annual R20 Austrian World Summit, May 28 at the Hofburg Palace in Vienna.
* Sen. Pavley will introduce the film by explaining how her work on environmental policy and women’s rights issues were often intertwined.
* The "R20 Austrian World Summit" brought together 150 leaders from politics, business, civil society and academia representing 30 countries to provide examples of best practices and innovative projects for climate protection.
* The Political Climate podcast team attended the Austrian World Summit and heard firsthand from global leaders, like UN Secretary General Antonio Guterresand climate activist Greta Thunberg. It underscored the fact that despite the U.S. pulling out of the Paris Climate Agreement, other countries and subnational governments continue to step up in the face of mounting carbon emissions and the growing impacts of climate change.
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| Former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger takes a selfie with teenage environmental activist superstar Greta Thunberg |
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Time tba - DENNIS ROGER REED plays Middle Ridge Winery Tasting Gallery, 54301 N Circle Dr, Idyllwild CA; 951-659-9000; https://www.middleridge.com/Store/The-Gallery
* Wine and art -- and, this evening, "good stuff" acoustic music from performing songwriter and FolkWorks columnist Dennis Roger Reed.
* Check out his new (latest) CD, "BEFORE IT WAS BEFORE," folk, swing, folk rock, blues and bluegrass from Dennis Roger Reed with Don Reed, at: http://store.cdbaby.com/cd/dennisrogerreedwithdonreed
* More at: www.dennisrogerreed.com
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Sun, Jul 14:
9 pm - GETHEN JENKINS, named "Best Outlaw Country Artist" in LA Weekly’s “Best Of” issue, plays The Canyon Santa Clarita, 24201 Valencia Bl #1351, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
* Tix now on sale, $15 seated, $10 standing, at: https://www1.ticketmaster.com/gethen-jenkins/event/090056B7C9873B53
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Wed, Jul, 17; FREE "making a difference" event:
10 am-2 pm - "SUSTAINABILITY PLAN SYMPOSIUM" at University of Southern California, Doheny Memorial Library, Room 240, 3550 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
* What: the UCLA Luskin Center, the USC Schwarzenegger Institute, and the USC Center for Sustainability Solutions invite you to join the Los Angeles County Chief (of the) Sustainability Office for a discussion of the L.A. County Sustainability Plan and its potential to promote and expand new business opportunities in the United States’ most populous county and the world’s third largest metropolitan economy.
* A diverse group of business leaders, County officials, and economic and workforce development specialists from across California will examine the sustainability plan's potential to drive economic and job growth.
* Featured discussion on how the plan will shape the future economy of LA County by accelerating demand for advanced transportation, renewable energy, energy efficient infrastructure, and urban greening while supporting strategic and inclusive workforce development practices.
* Schedule
10 am-1 pm - Symposium
1 pm-2 pm - Networking Lunch
* Parking, light refreshments, and a networking lunch are provided, complimentary with registration.
* Questions, call 213-821-5536.
* REGISTER to attend free (before it fills up): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/la-county-sustainability-plan-gearing-up-economic-opportunity-and-jobs-tickets-63346633486
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Aug 16-17-18, FESTIVAL:
Annual "SUMMERGRASS SAN DIEGO" Bluegrass festival, at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum in Vista, CA; festival phone,858-679-4854.
* Headliner lineup features The Grascals, David Parmley & Cardinal Tradition, High Fidelity, The Old Blue Band; also performing are: Tom Cunningham Band, Prairie Sky, Front Porch Music Preservation Society, Chris Cerna & The Bluegrass Republic, LeRoy Mack & Gloryland , Sheri Lee & The Blue Hearts, Vulcan Mountain Boys, and MohaviSoul.
* It's 3 days of live music from 12 national, regional and local bands; music workshops presented by the same performing artists; a variety of family & kid-oriented music activities; lots of spontaneous live jam sessions; instrument raffles of top-grade new instruments; tasty food, and a variety of vendors.
* Plus, the "Third Annual Pie Society Meeting" (and competition) happens at Summergrass 2019.
* Info, tix, lineups, schedules, & volunteer opportunities, at: www.summergrass.net
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8 pm - "TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR (with fireworks)" with CARL ST. CLAIR, conductor; BENJAMIN BEILMAN, violin; & PACIFIC SYMPHONY, at Pacific Amphitheatre, OC Fair & Events Center, Costa Mesa CA
* Southern Californians are incredibly fortunate to have the Hollywood Bowl, the Greek Theatre, the Ford Amphitheatre, and the OC Amphitheatre all available as splendid outdoor concert venues. Be sure to catch a symphonic treasure beneath the OC skies.
* PROGRAM:
• KHACHATURIAN: “Sabre Dance”• TCHAIKOVSKY: Violin Concerto
• RIMSKY-KORSAKOV: “Capriccio Espagnol”
• TCHAIKOVSKY: “1812” Overture
* Complete with live cannons and brilliant fireworks, no SummerFest is complete without Pacific Symphony performing Tchaikovsky’s thrilling “1812” overture.
* The evening features this famous romantic composer’s greatest hits, including his memorable Violin Concerto, performed by the first-prize winner of the 2010 "Montréal International Musical Competition," Benjamin Beilman. “The Times” has praised Beilman’s “handsome technique, burnished sound, and quiet confidence,” and “The Strad” described his playing as “pure poetry.”
* TIX and full info at: 714-755-5799 or www.PacificSymphony.org
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Sat & Sun, Oct 12 & 13:
CINDY KALLET & GREY LARSEN play a pair of rare West Coast gigs at the "Santa Monica House Concerts" series in Santa Monica, CA
* Details will be posted closer to the dates, at:
http://santamonicahouseconcerts.com/
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TICKET OFFER,
IF YOU BUY EARLY
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Series runs Sun, Oct 6, 2019, through Sun, Jun 6, 2020.
"LE SALON DE MUSIQUES: MASTERS REDISCOVERED" is the series' just-announced 10th anniversary season of nine concerts, all at the Los Angeles Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Fifth Floor, 135 N Grand Av, Los Angeles, CA 90012; Self parking at the Music Center Garage on Grand Avenue.
* EARLY BIRD OFFER FOR "A SUBLIME NEW SEASON"
* "Le Salon de Musiques" is a chamber music series performed in an intimate space without any stage or separation between the audience and the artists. It allows you to feel the purity and quintessence of the music associated with the vibrations of each instrument and the connection to each artist.
* A "Tresor de France Champagne" reception with a high tea buffet catered by Patina follows the performance and the Q & A between the artists and the audience.
* TENTH ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM, 2019-2020, introduced by musicologists Dr. Kristi BROWN-MONTESANO & Julius REDER CARLSON.
* Season "GRAND OPENING" - CONCERT ONE: Sun, Oct 6, 4 pm:
- W. MOZART: "Divertimento" in D Major for String Quartet
- G. HAENDEL: Sonata in G minor Op 2 for two violins & piano - J. HAYDN: String Quartet No.5 Op 64 in D Major "The Lark"
- L. BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No.3 in C minor Op 37 (Arranged for String Quintet)
- Featured artists: Jessica GUIDERI & Aubree OLIVERSON, Violins; Rob BROPHY, Viola, Yoshika MASUDA, Cello; Peter LLOYD, Bass; Vijay VENKATESH, Piano.
* TIX for individual dates are available following season tix sales. The nine-concert season runs through Sunday, June 7, sponsored by Steinway & Sons, The French & German Consulates of Los Angeles, Champagne "Tresor de France," Performing Arts Live, and Eufloria. Buy the season now at the early bird price, saving 20%: $684 for all nine concerrs, instead of the regular full-season price of $855. Season tix get other perqs. Info and tix purchase at: 310-498 0257.
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IF YOU BUY EARLY
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Series runs Sun, Oct 6, 2019, through Sun, Jun 6, 2020.
"LE SALON DE MUSIQUES: MASTERS REDISCOVERED" is the series' just-announced 10th anniversary season of nine concerts, all at the Los Angeles Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Fifth Floor, 135 N Grand Av, Los Angeles, CA 90012; Self parking at the Music Center Garage on Grand Avenue.
* EARLY BIRD OFFER FOR "A SUBLIME NEW SEASON"
* "Le Salon de Musiques" is a chamber music series performed in an intimate space without any stage or separation between the audience and the artists. It allows you to feel the purity and quintessence of the music associated with the vibrations of each instrument and the connection to each artist.
* A "Tresor de France Champagne" reception with a high tea buffet catered by Patina follows the performance and the Q & A between the artists and the audience.
* TENTH ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM, 2019-2020, introduced by musicologists Dr. Kristi BROWN-MONTESANO & Julius REDER CARLSON.
* Season "GRAND OPENING" - CONCERT ONE: Sun, Oct 6, 4 pm:
- W. MOZART: "Divertimento" in D Major for String Quartet
- G. HAENDEL: Sonata in G minor Op 2 for two violins & piano - J. HAYDN: String Quartet No.5 Op 64 in D Major "The Lark"
- L. BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No.3 in C minor Op 37 (Arranged for String Quintet)
- Featured artists: Jessica GUIDERI & Aubree OLIVERSON, Violins; Rob BROPHY, Viola, Yoshika MASUDA, Cello; Peter LLOYD, Bass; Vijay VENKATESH, Piano.
* TIX for individual dates are available following season tix sales. The nine-concert season runs through Sunday, June 7, sponsored by Steinway & Sons, The French & German Consulates of Los Angeles, Champagne "Tresor de France," Performing Arts Live, and Eufloria. Buy the season now at the early bird price, saving 20%: $684 for all nine concerrs, instead of the regular full-season price of $855. Season tix get other perqs. Info and tix purchase at: 310-498 0257.
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CELTIC COWBOY ROOTS? MUSIC / HISTORY DOCUMENTARY FILM NEEDS YOUR HELP
The film will tell the story of the Scottish Drovers who were forced out of their homes in the 1800s and came to America to become Cowboys. What? You thought they were all from Texas, or they were all Californio vaqueros, or mostly freed slaves? Nope.
It’s an important and largely unknown part of American history that explains why so many traditional "cowboy" songs have ancient Celtic melodies. It's also an inspirational saga of the American Dream that is just as relevant today as it was then. And that's why the folks behind the project are excited about getting this done and righting a sizeable oversight of history.
Western music and cowboy culture fans worldwide have stepped up and supported the Cowboy Way / Randy Huston Crowdfunding Campaign to finance the filming of the documentary, “It’s a Cowboy I Will Be.”
Artist-author and award-winning musician Jim Jones tells us, "Many... have made contributions to become sponsors, and others have been very generous about sharing the link to our Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign that describes in detail what the project is about and how people can become sponsors."
He continues, "At the risk of sounding like Jerry Reed in 'Smokey & the Bandit' though, we’ve still got a long way to go and a short time to get there.
"The total budget for the project is $23,000 and our goal for the Crowdfunding Campaign is $18,000.
"It’s what’s known as an 'all or nothing' campaign and we have until June 15th to reach that goal. If we fall short, we get nothing. Please consider helping us turn this big idea into a reality."
The link for the project is: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/it-s-a-cowboy-i-will-be-documentary
Jim Jones of the Cowboy Way is putting his formidable expertise and reputation into the project. He was named "Western Music Association Male Performer of the Year" in 2014. He has twice received the "Western Writers of America Spur Award" for "Western Song of the Year" in 2013 and 2017. In addition, he is author of the "Tommy Stallings" series that includes "The Big Empty" and "The Lights of Cimarron," and author of the "Jared Delaney" series of books, "Rustler's Moon," "Colorado Moon," and "Waning Moon."
You can learn at the link about what they'll do with your money, and if you choose to do so, you can become a sponsor. There are a number of perks associated with the different levels of sponsorship, and those are described, as well.
Giddyap! -- but not in your kilt.
The film will tell the story of the Scottish Drovers who were forced out of their homes in the 1800s and came to America to become Cowboys. What? You thought they were all from Texas, or they were all Californio vaqueros, or mostly freed slaves? Nope.
It’s an important and largely unknown part of American history that explains why so many traditional "cowboy" songs have ancient Celtic melodies. It's also an inspirational saga of the American Dream that is just as relevant today as it was then. And that's why the folks behind the project are excited about getting this done and righting a sizeable oversight of history.
Western music and cowboy culture fans worldwide have stepped up and supported the Cowboy Way / Randy Huston Crowdfunding Campaign to finance the filming of the documentary, “It’s a Cowboy I Will Be.”
Artist-author and award-winning musician Jim Jones tells us, "Many... have made contributions to become sponsors, and others have been very generous about sharing the link to our Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign that describes in detail what the project is about and how people can become sponsors."
He continues, "At the risk of sounding like Jerry Reed in 'Smokey & the Bandit' though, we’ve still got a long way to go and a short time to get there.
"The total budget for the project is $23,000 and our goal for the Crowdfunding Campaign is $18,000.
"It’s what’s known as an 'all or nothing' campaign and we have until June 15th to reach that goal. If we fall short, we get nothing. Please consider helping us turn this big idea into a reality."
The link for the project is: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/it-s-a-cowboy-i-will-be-documentary
Jim Jones of the Cowboy Way is putting his formidable expertise and reputation into the project. He was named "Western Music Association Male Performer of the Year" in 2014. He has twice received the "Western Writers of America Spur Award" for "Western Song of the Year" in 2013 and 2017. In addition, he is author of the "Tommy Stallings" series that includes "The Big Empty" and "The Lights of Cimarron," and author of the "Jared Delaney" series of books, "Rustler's Moon," "Colorado Moon," and "Waning Moon."
You can learn at the link about what they'll do with your money, and if you choose to do so, you can become a sponsor. There are a number of perks associated with the different levels of sponsorship, and those are described, as well.
Giddyap! -- but not in your kilt.
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ADDITIONS TO THIS EDITION will be made regularly until it's time for a full replacement to take over.
The most recent 'uge, 2-volume NEWS FEATURES edition, is still available. You can find it at:
https://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2019/04/musicafied-mollified-or-muellerfried.html
The most recent 'uge, 2-volume NEWS FEATURES edition, is still available. You can find it at:
https://acousticamericana.blogspot.com/2019/04/musicafied-mollified-or-muellerfried.html
As always, we have lots of MUSIC NEWS features in the works, and they'll be along as we get them dressed, shoes tied, cowlicks combed down, bowties cranked straight, and strings tuned.
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'Til we catch ya on the flip side,
in our best Kathy Baker
"Hee Haw" voice: "THAT's all!"
in our best Kathy Baker
"Hee Haw" voice: "THAT's all!"
Stay tuneful!
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