Poetrypalooza hosted by the Green Salon August 23

saturday night art music poetry wine nudity the green salon a monthly gathering of poets writers artists musicians dancers filmmakers and other creative people the fourth saturday evening of the month at casa la reina in downey (los angeles) california 7pm wine and vegan snacks open mic bring something to share bring your books /… Continue reading Poetrypalooza hosted by the Green Salon August 23

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

Sweet Nightmares Presents: An Evening of Short Films

    Local filmmaking team Sweet Nightmares showcases their body of work created within the 2013 year in a special free screening event taking place at The Epic Lounge Sunday, January 26th starting at 6pm. The evening features a trio of short films spanning from dark, psychological territory to psycho-sexual thriller & whimsical romance. The… Continue reading Sweet Nightmares Presents: An Evening of Short Films

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

Movie Club starts Sunday Jan 20

The Downey Arts Coalition is sponsoring a new monthly movie club to bring highly regarded independent and foreign films to Downey audiences.  In partnership with the Epic Lounge, the evening will feature snacks, drinks, trivia, prizes and more. The debut film takes place Sunday, January 20th, with a screening of The Secret in Their Eyes,… Continue reading Movie Club starts Sunday Jan 20

BalloonHead Short Film & Art Show Nov 18

Artist Polaris Castillo hails from South Gate, and has been an integral part of the art movement here in Downey, and a strong artistic voice locally. The DAC is proud to present the premiere of Polaris’s new short film “BALLOONHEAD” about his famed character.  November 18th at the Epic Lounge in Downey, CA- 8239 2nd… Continue reading BalloonHead Short Film & Art Show Nov 18

A local arts feedback loop: Bumblebee the film

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

Bumblebee Documentary this Sunday @ Epic Lounge

In our first official Downey Arts Coalition film event, we are bringing a short documentary by Downey filmmakers, about a Downey artist, presenting to the Downey public.  There is wide-spread affection for our local street artist Bumblebeelovesyou, as he’s brought images of bees and children to illuminate contemporary themes. The screening is Sunday August 19… Continue reading Bumblebee Documentary this Sunday @ Epic Lounge

Friday Night Fright Flicks: Paranormal Edition, Friday Aug 17

The next “Friday Night Fright Flicks” lands this Friday, August 17 at The Epic Lounge.  This time, it’s the “Paranormal Edition”. Event producer Tony Lucero describes the Paranormal Seminar that the evening starts with:  “This rare engagement offers a glimpse into the realm of the afterlife as seen through the eyes of a paranormal investigator.… Continue reading Friday Night Fright Flicks: Paranormal Edition, Friday Aug 17

Friday Night Fright Flicks – July 13

The Epic Lounge is hosting a Horror film night produced by Tony Lucero, dubbed “Friday Night Fright Flicks.”  Doors open at 7PM, tickets are available at www.latenighthorrorfilmfest.com. New films, filmmaker Q&A, dinner by LA Buns, After-party, and more. We don’t get a lot of unique film screenings here in Downey, let’s support a new locally… Continue reading Friday Night Fright Flicks – July 13