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… Continue reading Poetry Matters December 19, 2013 at Stay Gallery
Category: Events
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… Continue reading Toy Drive Comedy Show Sunday Dec 8
Debut Concert of Downey Master Chorale Dec 21
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… Continue reading Debut Concert of Downey Master Chorale Dec 21
Moravian Trombone Choir Concert Monday Dec 2nd
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.… Continue reading Moravian Trombone Choir Concert Monday Dec 2nd
Movie Club’s Thrill Chill – Halloween Edition – Sunday, October 20th
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… Continue reading Movie Club’s Thrill Chill – Halloween Edition – Sunday, October 20th
Stay Gallery presents “Bones of Steel” October 11, 2013
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… Continue reading Stay Gallery presents “Bones of Steel” October 11, 2013
Poetry Matters presents Jean Barett Holloway – September 19, 2013
Jean Barrett Holloway has produced an insightful look into her years of involvement with a hard-core weight lifting team. These poems immerse us in the dark energy of the ”dungeon,” as lifters strive to perfect the transitory art of defying gravity. For those in the sport, or outside the world of sport, it provides us… Continue reading Poetry Matters presents Jean Barett Holloway – September 19, 2013
Dia de los Muertos Festival Nov. 3, 2013
The Downey Civic Theatre ~Dia de los Muertos Festival A vibrant and cultural festival for Downey Sunday, November 3rd 2013 The Downey Civic Theatre presents Dia de los Muertos Festival Sunday November 3rd 2013 from 11:00am – 8:00pm. This festival will be held at the Downey Civic Theatre and outside CivicCenter located at 8435 Firestone… Continue reading Dia de los Muertos Festival Nov. 3, 2013
Defying Gravity, a Play at the Columbia Memorial Space Center Sept 20-22
The Downey Arts Coalition, in partnership with the City of Downey and the Aerospace Legacy Foundation, is proud to announce a unique weekend of live theater under the stars this September at the outdoor amphitheater of the Columbia Memorial Space Center. For three nights, we will be presenting a fully staged production of Defying Gravity… Continue reading Defying Gravity, a Play at the Columbia Memorial Space Center Sept 20-22
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… Continue reading Downey Theatre Fall Season: Al Jarreau, Tito Puente Jr. and more