![After forming a new ensemble in the fall of 2013, the Downey Master Chorale will perform its debut concert on Saturday, December 21 at 7:30 PM. The performance will be held in the main sanctuary of the Moravian Church of Downey, 10337 Old River School Road, in Downey, just south of Florence Ave. The performance features A […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Benjamin_Britten-Karsh-640x250.jpg "Debut Concert of Downey Master Chorale Dec 21")
![What if a holiday boutique, hosted by some of the most talented local artisans and craftspeople, had everything on sale for $10? That’s the idea behind the first annual Artisan Market $10 Holiday Gift Sale, happening Sunday December 8th at the Moravian Church of Downey. This is collaboration of curator Roy Anthony Shabla, fused glass […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/artisan-market-640x250.jpg "Artisan Market $10 Holiday Gifts Dec 8th")
![The Moravian Trombone Choir will be having their 48th annual Advent/Christmas Concert at 7:30PM on Monday, Dec. 2nd at the Downey Moravian Church, 10337 Old River School Road. “This concert is the perfect way to get into the Holiday spirit!” says Steven Humenski, the group’s Director. The concert is free but a freewill offering will be taken. […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Advent-Concert-Flyer-640x250.jpg "Moravian Trombone Choir Concert Monday Dec 2nd")
![The First Annual Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Exhibit – Art of Rancho Thursday, November 21, 2013 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Reception at 7:30 pm. Show runs from November 21 thru December 21, 2013. Featuring the artwork of 17 students from the Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Program. Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90241 […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/rancho-poster-640x250.jpg "Stay Gallery presents Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Exhibit November 21, 2013")
![Downey’s space history had the privilege of being featured this morning on our local NPR radio station, KPCC 89.3. The play Defying Gravity, which opens tonight at the Columbia Memorial Space Center provides a frame story for how Downey’s space programs shaped the city in both its heyday as well as the loss of the Rockwell […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/KPCCDefyingGravity-640x250.png "Defying Gravity featured on KPCC 89.3")
![The Downey Arts Coalition, in partnership with music director Margaret Zeleny have announced auditions for a newly formed city chorus, the Downey Master Chorale. The group is a new opportunity for singers to be challenged and join a community of musicians that wish to share this beautiful art form with their local audiences. Auditions are […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/DowneyMasterChorale-195x110.jpg "Downey Master Chorale Auditions")
![Downey’s space history had the privilege of being featured this morning on our local NPR radio station, KPCC 89.3. The play Defying Gravity, which opens tonight at the Columbia Memorial Space Center provides a frame story for how Downey’s space programs shaped the city in both its heyday as well as the loss of the Rockwell […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/KPCCDefyingGravity-195x110.png "Defying Gravity featured on KPCC 89.3")
![The Downey Civic Theatre has announced the first four shows of its 2013-14 Season. The city provides these concert opportunities to the local community to bring quality shows to our beautiful 738 seat theater. Press release to follow: Experience the performing arts at the Downey Civic Theatre where incredible things are happening! The Downey Civic […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/20130730-175013-195x110.jpg "Downey Theatre Fall Season: Al Jarreau, Tito Puente Jr. and more")
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![For the second year in the row, Ivy League Improv will present “Laughing around the Christmas Tree,” a benefit comedy show and toy drive on Sunday December 8th, 2PM at Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave. Ivy League is a project of Urban Theatre Movement, and a collaborator with the Downey Arts Coalition. The comedy show […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/LaughingChristmasTree2013-640x250.jpg "Toy Drive Comedy Show Sunday Dec 8")
Toy Drive Comedy Show Sunday Dec 8
For the second year in the row, Ivy League Improv will present “Laughing around the Christmas Tree,” a benefit comedy show and toy drive on Sunday December 8th, 2PM at Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave. Ivy League is a project of Urban Theatre Movement, and a collaborator with the Downey Arts Coalition. The comedy show […]
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![Downey Arts Coalition in conjunction with Downy Vibe presents Poetry Matters on December 19, 2013 at the Stay Gallery in Downey, CA. Poetry Matters is a monthly evening to hear poems written by local poets along with an invited special guest poet reading their poems in front of an appreciative audience. Thursday, December 19 is a special […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Lummox-logo-115x115.jpg "Poetry Matters December 19, 2013 at Stay Gallery")
Poetry Matters December 19, 2013 at Stay Gallery
Posted on December 7, 2013 | No CommentsDowney Arts Coalition in conjunction with Downy Vibe presents Poetry Matters on December 19, 2013 at the Stay Gallery in Downey, CA. Poetry Matters is a monthly evening to hear poems written by local poets along with an invited special guest poet reading their poems in front of an appreciative audience. Thursday, December 19 is a special […] -
![For the second year in the row, Ivy League Improv will present “Laughing around the Christmas Tree,” a benefit comedy show and toy drive on Sunday December 8th, 2PM at Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave. Ivy League is a project of Urban Theatre Movement, and a collaborator with the Downey Arts Coalition. The comedy show […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/LaughingChristmasTree2013-115x115.jpg "Toy Drive Comedy Show Sunday Dec 8")
Toy Drive Comedy Show Sunday Dec 8
Posted on December 3, 2013 | No CommentsFor the second year in the row, Ivy League Improv will present “Laughing around the Christmas Tree,” a benefit comedy show and toy drive on Sunday December 8th, 2PM at Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave. Ivy League is a project of Urban Theatre Movement, and a collaborator with the Downey Arts Coalition. The comedy show […] -
![After forming a new ensemble in the fall of 2013, the Downey Master Chorale will perform its debut concert on Saturday, December 21 at 7:30 PM. The performance will be held in the main sanctuary of the Moravian Church of Downey, 10337 Old River School Road, in Downey, just south of Florence Ave. The performance features A […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/Benjamin_Britten-Karsh-115x115.jpg "Debut Concert of Downey Master Chorale Dec 21")
Debut Concert of Downey Master Chorale Dec 21
Posted on December 1, 2013 | No CommentsAfter forming a new ensemble in the fall of 2013, the Downey Master Chorale will perform its debut concert on Saturday, December 21 at 7:30 PM. The performance will be held in the main sanctuary of the Moravian Church of Downey, 10337 Old River School Road, in Downey, just south of Florence Ave. The performance features A […] -
![What if a holiday boutique, hosted by some of the most talented local artisans and craftspeople, had everything on sale for $10? That’s the idea behind the first annual Artisan Market $10 Holiday Gift Sale, happening Sunday December 8th at the Moravian Church of Downey. This is collaboration of curator Roy Anthony Shabla, fused glass […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/artisan-market-115x115.jpg "Artisan Market $10 Holiday Gifts Dec 8th")
Artisan Market $10 Holiday Gifts Dec 8th
Posted on November 23, 2013 | No CommentsWhat if a holiday boutique, hosted by some of the most talented local artisans and craftspeople, had everything on sale for $10? That’s the idea behind the first annual Artisan Market $10 Holiday Gift Sale, happening Sunday December 8th at the Moravian Church of Downey. This is collaboration of curator Roy Anthony Shabla, fused glass […] -
![The Moravian Trombone Choir will be having their 48th annual Advent/Christmas Concert at 7:30PM on Monday, Dec. 2nd at the Downey Moravian Church, 10337 Old River School Road. “This concert is the perfect way to get into the Holiday spirit!” says Steven Humenski, the group’s Director. The concert is free but a freewill offering will be taken. […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/Advent-Concert-Flyer-115x115.jpg "Moravian Trombone Choir Concert Monday Dec 2nd")
Moravian Trombone Choir Concert Monday Dec 2nd
Posted on November 22, 2013 | No CommentsThe Moravian Trombone Choir will be having their 48th annual Advent/Christmas Concert at 7:30PM on Monday, Dec. 2nd at the Downey Moravian Church, 10337 Old River School Road. “This concert is the perfect way to get into the Holiday spirit!” says Steven Humenski, the group’s Director. The concert is free but a freewill offering will be taken. […] -
![The First Annual Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Exhibit – Art of Rancho Thursday, November 21, 2013 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Reception at 7:30 pm. Show runs from November 21 thru December 21, 2013. Featuring the artwork of 17 students from the Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Program. Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90241 […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/rancho-poster-115x115.jpg "Stay Gallery presents Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Exhibit November 21, 2013")
Stay Gallery presents Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Exhibit November 21, 2013
Posted on November 15, 2013 | No CommentsThe First Annual Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Exhibit – Art of Rancho Thursday, November 21, 2013 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Reception at 7:30 pm. Show runs from November 21 thru December 21, 2013. Featuring the artwork of 17 students from the Don Knabe Pediatric Arts Program. Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90241 […]
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Downey Master Chorale Auditions
The Downey Arts Coalition, in partnership with music director Margaret Zeleny have announced auditions for a newly formed city chorus, the Downey Master Chorale. The group is a new opportunity for singers to be challenged and join a community of musicians that wish to share this beautiful art form with their local audiences. Auditions are […]
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Defying Gravity featured on KPCC 89.3
Downey’s space history had the privilege of being featured this morning on our local NPR radio station, KPCC 89.3. The play Defying Gravity, which opens tonight at the Columbia Memorial Space Center provides a frame story for how Downey’s space programs shaped the city in both its heyday as well as the loss of the Rockwell […]
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Downey Theatre Fall Season: Al Jarreau, Tito Puente Jr. and more
The Downey Civic Theatre has announced the first four shows of its 2013-14 Season. The city provides these concert opportunities to the local community to bring quality shows to our beautiful 738 seat theater. Press release to follow: Experience the performing arts at the Downey Civic Theatre where incredible things are happening! The Downey Civic […]
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![View from the Edge lectures on Modern Art is back, this time on Thursday November 21st, 6:30PM with dancer and professor Rennie Tang, speaking about “Dance and Landscape in Dialog.” The lecture is free, at the Downey City Library on Brookshire Blvd just north of Firestone Blvd. Rennie Tang is a designer and educator based […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/VFTE_BoxInfo-115x115.png "View from the Edge: Rennie Tang “Dance and Landscape in Dialog”")
View from the Edge: Rennie Tang “Dance and Landscape in Dialog”
Posted on November 19, 2013 | No CommentsView from the Edge lectures on Modern Art is back, this time on Thursday November 21st, 6:30PM with dancer and professor Rennie Tang, speaking about “Dance and Landscape in Dialog.” The lecture is free, at the Downey City Library on Brookshire Blvd just north of Firestone Blvd. Rennie Tang is a designer and educator based […] -
![This is not an action movie about a man fighting wolves. The film is more akin to a 19th century, epic, tone poem. Watching this film is like getting punched in the gut by Liam Neeson. Please come early to reserved your spot (around 1:30pm), and support our sponsor by placing your order for […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/grey-115x115.jpg "Movie Club – THE GREY, Sunday, November 17th, 1:30pm @ The Epic Lounge")
Movie Club – THE GREY, Sunday, November 17th, 1:30pm @ The Epic Lounge
Posted on November 7, 2013 | No CommentsThis is not an action movie about a man fighting wolves. The film is more akin to a 19th century, epic, tone poem. Watching this film is like getting punched in the gut by Liam Neeson. Please come early to reserved your spot (around 1:30pm), and support our sponsor by placing your order for […] -
![Third Thursdays Poetry Matters presents Ruth Bavetta on November 21, 2013 at the Epic Lounge in Downey, CA. Although Ruth Bavetta has written and published poems for over twenty years, she was a visual artist before she began writing. In her new book, Fugitive Pigments, she explores the resonance between art and poetry. Ruth’s poems are […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/1426731_10153473418930029_1781914795_n-115x115.jpg "Third Thursdays Poetry Matters presents Ruth Bavetta on November 21, 2013")
Third Thursdays Poetry Matters presents Ruth Bavetta on November 21, 2013
Posted on November 5, 2013 | No CommentsThird Thursdays Poetry Matters presents Ruth Bavetta on November 21, 2013 at the Epic Lounge in Downey, CA. Although Ruth Bavetta has written and published poems for over twenty years, she was a visual artist before she began writing. In her new book, Fugitive Pigments, she explores the resonance between art and poetry. Ruth’s poems are […] -
![This weekend, as part of the Downey Symphony Orchestra concert November 2, 2013, join us for a special exhibit by photographer Carolina Estrada-Del Toro, in the lobby of the Downey Civic Theatre before the concert. Doors open at 7:00PM. To enter the lobby you must have tickets for the symphony concert, available at the box […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/SymphonyCarolina-115x115.jpg "Photographer Carolina Del Toro curates show at Downey Theatre")
Photographer Carolina Del Toro curates show at Downey Theatre
Posted on October 29, 2013 | No CommentsThis weekend, as part of the Downey Symphony Orchestra concert November 2, 2013, join us for a special exhibit by photographer Carolina Estrada-Del Toro, in the lobby of the Downey Civic Theatre before the concert. Doors open at 7:00PM. To enter the lobby you must have tickets for the symphony concert, available at the box […] -
![The Downey Arts Coalition, in partnership with music director Margaret Zeleny have announced auditions for a newly formed city chorus, the Downey Master Chorale. The group is a new opportunity for singers to be challenged and join a community of musicians that wish to share this beautiful art form with their local audiences. Auditions are […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/DowneyMasterChorale-115x115.jpg "Downey Master Chorale Auditions")
Downey Master Chorale Auditions
Posted on October 23, 2013 | No CommentsThe Downey Arts Coalition, in partnership with music director Margaret Zeleny have announced auditions for a newly formed city chorus, the Downey Master Chorale. The group is a new opportunity for singers to be challenged and join a community of musicians that wish to share this beautiful art form with their local audiences. Auditions are […] -
![O Brave New World November 2, 2013 8:00 PM Downey Civic Theatre 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey, CA 90241 (562) 403-2944 ROSSINI: La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie): Overture MOZART: Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra Joseph Morris, Clarinet (winner of the 2013 DSO Young Artist Competition) DVORAK: Symphony No. 9, “New World Symphony” This season, Joseph […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/Joseph-Morris-115x115.jpg "Downey Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 2, 2013, featuring Joseph Morris, clarinet")
Downey Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 2, 2013, featuring Joseph Morris, clarinet
Posted on October 16, 2013 | No CommentsO Brave New World November 2, 2013 8:00 PM Downey Civic Theatre 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey, CA 90241 (562) 403-2944 ROSSINI: La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie): Overture MOZART: Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra Joseph Morris, Clarinet (winner of the 2013 DSO Young Artist Competition) DVORAK: Symphony No. 9, “New World Symphony” This season, Joseph […] -
![We are showing 3 short spooky films: WINDMILL by Polaris Castillo, our very own local film maker. DEAD MEMORIES by Gene Aversa, local film maker fr: Whittier. AMELIA from the 1975 cult cassic film TRILOGY OF TERROR. **In honor of the late Karen Black, who recently passed. Our feature film will be TRICK ‘R TREAT […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/Movie-Club-logo-Halloween5-115x115.png "Movie Club’s Thrill Chill – Halloween Edition – Sunday, October 20th")
Movie Club’s Thrill Chill – Halloween Edition – Sunday, October 20th
Posted on October 14, 2013 | No CommentsWe are showing 3 short spooky films: WINDMILL by Polaris Castillo, our very own local film maker. DEAD MEMORIES by Gene Aversa, local film maker fr: Whittier. AMELIA from the 1975 cult cassic film TRILOGY OF TERROR. **In honor of the late Karen Black, who recently passed. Our feature film will be TRICK ‘R TREAT […] -
Stay Gallery One-Year Anniversay October 10, 2013
Posted on September 19, 2013 | No CommentsStay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave., Downey, CA 90241 Tweet -
![An industrial sculpture exhibit by Christian Castro. From a young age, self-taught industrial designer Cristian Castro was fascinated by the function of all things, driving him to discover, dissect and dismantle any toys and machines he could get his hands on. Join us for this one of a kind exhibit. Event is free. Suggested donation at […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/stay-bonesofsteel-115x115.jpg "Stay Gallery presents “Bones of Steel” October 11, 2013")
Stay Gallery presents “Bones of Steel” October 11, 2013
Posted on September 19, 2013 | No CommentsAn industrial sculpture exhibit by Christian Castro. From a young age, self-taught industrial designer Cristian Castro was fascinated by the function of all things, driving him to discover, dissect and dismantle any toys and machines he could get his hands on. Join us for this one of a kind exhibit. Event is free. Suggested donation at […] -
![“Camera Creeps” – A group photography exhibit. All original. All film. Featuring: Jordan Burgundy Paul Carrillo Andrew Quesada Sifry Borrayo Joe Segura Opening Reception: Saturday, September 21, 2013 8 pm – 12 midnight Closing Reception: Friday, October 4, 2013 8 pm – 12 midnight Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave. Downey, CA 90241 for more info: […]](http://www.downeyarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/insta-cc-115x115.png "Stay Gallery presents “Camera Creeps” September 21, 2013")
Stay Gallery presents “Camera Creeps” September 21, 2013
Posted on September 19, 2013 | No Comments“Camera Creeps” – A group photography exhibit. All original. All film. Featuring: Jordan Burgundy Paul Carrillo Andrew Quesada Sifry Borrayo Joe Segura Opening Reception: Saturday, September 21, 2013 8 pm – 12 midnight Closing Reception: Friday, October 4, 2013 8 pm – 12 midnight Stay Gallery 11140 Downey Ave. Downey, CA 90241 for more info: […]
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