Category: Events

Douglas Kearney at Poetry Matters August 14

This edition of POETRY MATTERS will feature Poet/performer/librettist Douglas Kearney. His second, full-length collection of poetry, The Black Automaton (Fence Books, 2009), was Catherine Wagner’s selection for the National Poetry Series. His produced operas include Sucktion, Mordake, and Crescent City. “Where, oh where would we be without the dynamic intelligence and feats of lyric daring… Continue reading Douglas Kearney at Poetry Matters August 14

Southeast LA Artwalk August 2

Other neighboring cities to Downey are starting to catch on, that if we care about our communities and would like to see new opportunities for creative people and artists, that the initiative has to come from the people.  SELA Collective has sprung up in the last year with many ideas for Southeast LA, which they’ve… Continue reading Southeast LA Artwalk August 2

The Green Salon – Saturday July 26 7PM

Every month poet/artist and Downey native Roy Anthony Shabla hosts a gathering of creative people in his backyard garden, the 4th Saturday.  This month features  poet Scott Noon Creley, artist Arteaga Sae, and world-renowned spanish guitarist David Holguin will perform.  7PM July 26th at Casa La Reina, as its a private home, for directions email roy@www.downeyarts.org.

An Evening of Short Films – July 20th at The Epic Lounge

  Falling Awake Productions and Sweet Nightmares are joining forces to present “An Evening of Short Films”, an event that combines filmmakers and films from Chicago, Illinois and Downey, California for an evening of spectacular entertainment. Beginning at 6pm and running to about 9pm at The Epic Lounge in Downey, California “An Evening of Short… Continue reading An Evening of Short Films – July 20th at The Epic Lounge

Pieces of Her, a new theatre work at Stay Gallery June 28-29

“Pieces of Her” is a collaborative theater piece featuring an ensemble of women focusing on the female experience.  This debut project plays June 27 and 28th at Stay Gallery, 8PM. Poetry, Spoken word, monologues, dance, movement, and music serve as storytelling instruments as we touch on everything from love, relationships, body image, sexuality, monumental life… Continue reading Pieces of Her, a new theatre work at Stay Gallery June 28-29

Make Music Downey 2014 Schedule

Make Music Downey is this Saturday, with a hugely diverse group of musical acts, all performing in downtown Downey from 11AM to 6PM. Featuring headline acts such as Las Cafeteras, Chicano Batman, Ceci Bastida, Quitapenas, Salt Petal and more.  You can also see your favorite Downey local bands, as well as dedicated musicians from across… Continue reading Make Music Downey 2014 Schedule

Poetry Matters presents Sharon Alexander June 12, 2014

The Downey Arts Coalition showcases the poetry of Sharon Alexander for its monthly series, Poetry Matters. Sharon will be present to read some of her poems at the Stay Gallery in Downey on Thursday evening, June 12, 2014. Born and raised in New York, Sharon Alexander moved to California after one very cold winter in upstate… Continue reading Poetry Matters presents Sharon Alexander June 12, 2014