For the first time since 1985, the Downey Symphony Orchestra had a sold-out concert at the Downey Civic Theatre. When the Theatre was being planned in the late 60’s, the Symphonic Society and the Downey Children’s Theatre argued about the size of the auditorium– the Symphony wanted 1000, and the theatre only 500. At 738… Continue reading Downey Symphony’s Sold-out Concert
Category: Music
Sleeping Beauty Russian Ballet at Downey Theatre Feb 15
The Downey Civic Theatre presents the Russian National Ballet Theatre’s performance of Sleeping Beauty, this Saturday February 15th.
Babbel – A sound+art installation by Roy Anthony Shabla
The Sound of the Future Saturday January 25th at Stay Gallery The Museum of Modern Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and many other major art institutions in both the United States and Europe featured exhibits of sound-art this past year and are launching new sound exhibitions this coming year. Digital media artforms have a strong… Continue reading Babbel – A sound+art installation by Roy Anthony Shabla
Venice, Vivaldi, and the Red Violin February 1, 2014
Saturday, February 1, 2014, the Downey Symphony Orchestra performs at the Downey Civic Theatre: “Venice, Vivaldi, and the Red Violin” featuring Holdberg Suite – Grieg, Adagio For Strings – Barber, The Four Seasons – Vivaldi DSO music director, Sharon Lavery. Elizabeth Pitcairn performs on the legendary “Red Mendelssohn” Stradivarius. Also, come out to see the… Continue reading Venice, Vivaldi, and the Red Violin February 1, 2014
Poetry Matters December 19, 2013 at Stay Gallery
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
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
Photographer Carolina Del Toro curates show at Downey Theatre
This weekend, as part of the Downey Symphony Orchestra concert November 2, 2013, join us for a special exhibit by photographer Carolina Estrada-Del Toro, in the lobby of the Downey Civic Theatre before the concert. Doors open at 7:00PM. To enter the lobby you must have tickets for the symphony concert, available at the box… Continue reading Photographer Carolina Del Toro curates show at Downey Theatre
Downey Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 2, 2013, featuring Joseph Morris, clarinet
O Brave New World November 2, 2013 8:00 PM Downey Civic Theatre 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey, CA 90241 (562) 403-2944 ROSSINI: La gazza ladra (The Thieving Magpie): Overture MOZART: Concerto for Clarinet and Orchestra Joseph Morris, Clarinet (winner of the 2013 DSO Young Artist Competition) DVORAK: Symphony No. 9, “New World Symphony” This season, Joseph… Continue reading Downey Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 2, 2013, featuring Joseph Morris, clarinet
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