Downey Arts Coalition

Downey Symphony Mi Hacienda Garden Party Sept 24

It’s not a time for a Siesta, but for a Gran Fiesta You Are Cordially Invited to Mi Hacienda Garden Party Benefitting the Downey Symphony Orchestra & Music in the Schools ProgramsCome Join Us for a Gran Fiesta celebrating the 2017-2018 Concert SeasonSunday, September 24, 2017 3pm – 7pm (cocktail 3-4pm), $75 per personRio Hondo… Continue reading Downey Symphony Mi Hacienda Garden Party Sept 24

OuterRimCon: Presented by the Aerospace Legacy Foundation

On Saturday, October 7 & Sunday, October 8, 2017 Aerospace Legacy Foundation presents OuteRimCon. Come join us. Visit the OuterRimCon Web Site Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way Downey, CA 90242 Hours: Saturday, 10a – 5p Sunday, 10a – 3p About Us: Aerospace Legacy Foundation is a community based 501(c)(3) organization from Downey, California;… Continue reading OuterRimCon: Presented by the Aerospace Legacy Foundation

5th Annual Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival Oct 29

Art, Culture & Tradition The Annual Downey Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival is back for its 5th year on Sunday, Oct 29th, 2017, downtown Downey, in and around the Downey Theatre, 8435 Firestone Blvd. The event is free, and so is the parking. The festival opens at 11:00 am with introductions from the Mayor and City… Continue reading 5th Annual Dia de Los Muertos Art Festival Oct 29

Green Salon Short Film Festival Saturday August 26

The Green Salon Short Film Festival returns Saturday August 26 with new shorts by local filmmakers. The outdoor event begins at 7PM, films begin approximately at 8PM. Host Roy Anthony Shabla welcomes everyone to this free event at his Studio GalleRoy, 11210 Greenstone Ave, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670.

Havana Nights Rooftop Concert August 31

August 31, 7pm Rooftop Public Parking Structure 2nd St. and New St., Downey La Charanga Cubana will feature at the as the performing artist for the Cuban-themed rooftop concert hosted by the City of Downey. There will be cuban vendors and food, arts and crafts, a beer and wine garden, and a DAC hosted art exhibition.… Continue reading Havana Nights Rooftop Concert August 31

Photos from Defying Gravity

Thanks to our amazing cast of Defying Gravity, which performed 8 shows at the Columbia Memorial Space Center. Also we want to thank our sponsors who really made this show possible, and the audience for their generosity and enthusiasm. Enjoy some photos from the show.

City renews Stay Gallery funding for 3 years

The Downey City Council approved a renewal of the Arts in Public Places funding that supports Stay Gallery’s downtown lease. The gallery provides an open, public community center for the arts in Downey, featuring exhibits of local artists, events for the Downey Unified School District, classes, and more. The Downey Arts Coalition will also be… Continue reading City renews Stay Gallery funding for 3 years

Defying Gravity, a play about the Challenger Apr 28 – May 14

The Downey Arts Coalition, in partnership with the City of Downey is proud to announce the return of Defying Gravity, a play by Jane Anderson, performed at the amphitheater of the Columbia Memorial Space Center. This powerful portrayal of the lives affected by the Challenger Space Shuttle is produced by the Downey Arts Coalition as part of… Continue reading Defying Gravity, a play about the Challenger Apr 28 – May 14

Downey Symphony presents Beethoven’s 5th – April 8

Saturday April 8th, 8 pm Downey Theater 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey The spring and final concert, “Symphonic Classics,” will feature a performance by Los Angeles cello player Benjamin Lash. The performance will include the most popular symphony in the classical music repertoire: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5. The concert opens with another popular gem, The… Continue reading Downey Symphony presents Beethoven’s 5th – April 8