‘Czech Please’ Downey Symphony Concert Oct 21

The Downey Symphonic Society is pleased to present “Czech Please!” the fall concert for the Downey Symphony Orchestra, on Saturday October 21, 2017.  The evening begins with the opening of a new Downey Arts Coalition group art show, “Music: The Art of Sound,” doors opening at 6:30PM. A Pre-concert lecture with Music Director Sharon Lavery… Continue reading ‘Czech Please’ Downey Symphony Concert Oct 21

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

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

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

Downey Master Chorale 4th Season: Epiphany Jan 8th

Celebrating the culmination of Christmastide, the Downey Master Chorale will present its seasonal concert on January 8th at 4:00 PM in the Cornerstone Christian Worship Center, 9001 Paramount in Downey. Entitled “Epiphany,” it offers old and new music to mark that great event when all the world met the new-born King through the persons of… Continue reading Downey Master Chorale 4th Season: Epiphany Jan 8th

Dia De Los Muertos festival Sunday Oct 30

This Sunday, DAC’s own Carolina Del Toro has curated a new show of work around “the Day of the Dead” for the Dia De Los Metros festival at the Downey Theatre. Come upstairs and enjoy the art exhibit in the lobby of the theatre. Full press release follows: —— Approximately 15,000 festival goers will enjoy… Continue reading Dia De Los Muertos festival Sunday Oct 30

The Stars Align – Downey Symphony Concert Oct 22

Join the Downey Symphony Orchestra for “The Stars Align” on October 22, 2016 at 8:00pm.  This will be a thrilling program featuring the powerful and expressive work by Gustav Holst, The Planets.  In keeping with the symphony’s tradition of commissioning new pieces, the concert also includes the world premiere of a composition by long-time Downey resident and well-established composer,… Continue reading The Stars Align – Downey Symphony Concert Oct 22

Last Green Salon of the Year – Friday Oct 21

the green salon friday 21 october 16, 7pm casa la reina* featured poet: sarah tatro (aka sarah thursday) featured artists: alyssa wynne and hannah matus featured musician: manuel de jesus sandoval featured songwriter: melissa lussier open mic wine and vegan snacks this is the last salon of the year and on a different day than is… Continue reading Last Green Salon of the Year – Friday Oct 21