True, we packed out the house at the Epic Lounge for a screening of a new short documentary about Bumblebee. We were excited to have Downey filmmakers doing a film on a Downey artist that has a regional following, and to present the event here in our community. All ages were represented, from 1 to… Continue reading A local arts feedback loop: Bumblebee the film
Author: Andrew J Wahlquist
Born, raised, and raising a family in Downey, Andrew is an independent filmmaker and theatre enthusiast. He works in the film business in post production for feature films.
Urban Acts: Wrap-up with Photos
We had a wonderful time producing what just might be the most contemporary theatre that’s been done in downey since the days of John Hume. Four new plays, presented as staged readings, at four locations around Downey. Best of all, it used the talents of a lot of creative people that have local ties. On… Continue reading Urban Acts: Wrap-up with Photos
First gathering of the Downey Arts Coalition
With apologies to the regulars of Xela Cafe, we jammed about 25 people in their small coffee shop on Paramount Blvd nearby Warren High. A good crowd for a Saturday morning, and a lot of people who haven’t yet entered the conversation of building an arts community in Downey. The enthusiasm was clear– we don’t… Continue reading First gathering of the Downey Arts Coalition
Inaugural Downey Arts Meeting – Feb 26
Come join us at Xela Coffee House for the first “exploratory” meeting of the Downey Arts Coalition. We don’t fully know what shape it will all take, but we can start the conversation. Saturday, February 26th at 11AM Xela Coffee House 12012 Paramount Blvd. Downey, CA For more information you can email us on the… Continue reading Inaugural Downey Arts Meeting – Feb 26
A New Era for the Downey Theatre
On Tuesday the Downey City Council voted to contract with the company, VenueTech Management Group LLC to take over management operations at the Downey Theatre, and to bring a presenting series of concerts with headline acts to the theatre. The official new story is up at the Downey Patriot: Downey Patriot – Downey Theater under… Continue reading A New Era for the Downey Theatre
VenueTech Proposal to Manage Downey Theatre
This Tuesday, November 23, the Downey City Council will take up the question of whether or not to contract with VenueTech (http://www.venuetech.com) to manage the Downey Civic Theatre. VenueTech would take over all day to day operations of the theatre, including hiring a full time theatre manager and other theatre staff to handle all the… Continue reading VenueTech Proposal to Manage Downey Theatre
Porto’s Bakery Ready To Open
We took part in a pre-opening training event at Porto’s Bakery in Downey this weekend. There is an album of pictures up on our facebook page. Click here to view. Porto’s Bakery Pre-Opening Event The significance of Porto’s to the Downey arts scene is yet to be fully scene, but the potential is huge. This… Continue reading Porto’s Bakery Ready To Open
No, No, Nanette at the Downey Theatre
The Downey Civic Light Opera is currently running the popular 1920s era musical “No, No, Nanette” at the Downey Theatre. Support our local community theater– make sure you get out to see the show. Then come back here and comment about what you think. Certainly a DCLO show is a special experience, especially because you… Continue reading No, No, Nanette at the Downey Theatre