One of the Downey Arts Coalition’s goals is to work toward building a theatre scene where contemporary and classic plays can thrive in smaller venues with intimate settings. While we do have a strong showing in the musical theatre department at the 700 seat Downey Theatre, we don’t have an appropriate venue for repertory theatre,… Continue reading Finding Downey’s Theatre Voice
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Downey Theatre provides a full 2012-2013 season
The Downey Civic Theatre is on its second season of it’s new management, and has put together a wide variety of entertainment options for is 2012-2013 season. So far we have seen the National Circus of the People’s Republic of China, as well as a concert by rock legend Eddie Money. Here are the shows… Continue reading Downey Theatre provides a full 2012-2013 season
Downey Open Mic Nov 10
November 10th is the next Downey Open Mic– a great opportunity to bring your music, poetry, monologues or comedy acts in front of an audience that’s game for anything. Hosted by the Downey Moravian Church at 10337 Old River School Rd., Downey, CA. The evening starts at 7PM and continues while there are acts to… Continue reading Downey Open Mic Nov 10
Downey Museum of Art presents “A Day in Downey” Nov 8
DOWNEY MUSEUM OF ART proudly presents its rebirth event, “A DAY IN DOWNEY: A Visual Arts Show.” We invite you to join us for an evening of visual art from our prestigious collection along side art from local artists, photographers, and students in the community. Our mission is to create an event where our community… Continue reading Downey Museum of Art presents “A Day in Downey” Nov 8
DCLO Musical, Gershwin’s Crazy For You – Oct 12-14
This is the closing weekend for the Downey Civic Light Opera’s musical presentation of Gershwin’s “Crazy for You” at the Downey Theatre. Plenty of tickets available, and a production not to be missed. Performances Friday and Saturday at 8PM, Sunday at 2:30PM. Read this great review by the Downey Patriot & Lawrence Christon. Visit the… Continue reading DCLO Musical, Gershwin’s Crazy For You – Oct 12-14
Downey Symphony Relishing Rachmaninoff Oct 20
The Downey Symphony Orchestra‘s 2012-2013 season opens Saturday October 20th with “Relishing Rachmaninoff,” a concert of classical music not to be missed. Musical Director Sharon Lavery brings us piano sensation Keenan Reesor, , who will perform Rachmaninoff’s riveting Piano Concerto No. 3 in F. Also a premiere performance of Joshua Roach’s “Overture Dodeca.” For more about the story… Continue reading Downey Symphony Relishing Rachmaninoff Oct 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
Taste of Downey Art Show Photos
The city came out in force for the “Taste of Downey” Thursday September 20th. The Downey Art Vibe produced an art show in the lobby of the Downey Theatre with local artists on display as well as live music from musicians such as Amanda Brown. Jump to the posts on Downey Daily Photos for more,… Continue reading Taste of Downey Art Show Photos
From Our Eyes To Yours B&W Photography Show Oct 6th
Our monthly gallery event, Art on the Vine presents “From Our Eyes to Yours,” a photography show featuring all black and white photos. Several local photographers are participating, and a special exhibition of photographs from the late James Arthur Morris, whom the evening will be dedicated to. Arthur Morris was a pillar of the Downey… Continue reading From Our Eyes To Yours B&W Photography Show Oct 6th
Taste of Downey Art & Wine Festival Thursday Sept 20
The Downey Art Vibe and the soon-to-launch Stay Gallery will present an art show of local Downey artists, with some special pieces from the Downey Historical Society. The art show will take place in the lobby of the Downey Theatre during the city’s annual “Taste of Downey” festival featuring food from local restaurants and a… Continue reading Taste of Downey Art & Wine Festival Thursday Sept 20