Category: Updates

La Vida Lucky (1974) Staged Reading May 20

“La Vida Lucky (1974)” is a short play written by Daniel Houston-Davila, based on stories out of his book, Malinche’s Children, which chronicles the rise of a small barrio in Southern California throughout history, to what it is today located in Downey’s neighboring city, Norwalk. This story follows a young hispanic father of five grappling… Continue reading La Vida Lucky (1974) Staged Reading May 20

Art on the Vine, May 5, features Mike Ferguson, Roberto Munguia and Jamie Rowland

Three unique artists will present their work Saturday night as part of “Art on the Vine” at Mari’s Wine Bar (8222 Firestone Blvd, Downey).  The opening reception begins at 7PM and continues until late.  Original works by the artists will be raffled off at 10PM.  Join us for food, wine, music, and a great community… Continue reading Art on the Vine, May 5, features Mike Ferguson, Roberto Munguia and Jamie Rowland

Photos from the Downey Street Faire

A special thanks to our dedicated booth workers and promoters… including Pat Gil (coordinator & dreamer), Don Lamkin (successful raffle peddler), Carolina Del Toro (photog in residence), Jorge Del Toro (sculptor in residence), Barbara Briley Beard (paper pusher), Marisa Gedney (postcard pusher), Rocio Gonzales (painter in residence), Ricky Ostendi (illustrator in residence), Hector Silva (and… Continue reading Photos from the Downey Street Faire

“August G” Premieres at Casa 0101 Theatre

Alistair Hunter, a member of the Downey Arts Coalition, is currently appearing as the character of ‘August G (without age)’ in the American Premiere of the  award winning French playwright Arman Gatti’s surrealistic play, “The Imaginary Life of the Street Sweeper August G” at the state of the art New CASA0101 Theatre, 2102 First Street, Los Angeles,… Continue reading “August G” Premieres at Casa 0101 Theatre

Jorge Del Toro to Sculpt Live at Downey Street Faire

This Saturday, April 28th, the Downey Arts Coalition along with the Downey Museum of Art will host booths at the Downey Street Faire featuring the artwork of Jorge Del Toro, Ricky Ostendi, Rocio Gonzales, Hector Silva, as well as the museum collection.  In a special demonstration, Del Toro will sculpt live in the booth, showing… Continue reading Jorge Del Toro to Sculpt Live at Downey Street Faire

Urban Acts: Staged Reading Series

Something new is coming for the city of Downey, a series of staged readings of new plays is being presented here by Urban Theatre Movement and the Downey Arts Coalition.  It’s no secret that Downey doesn’t have anything currently in the way of contemporary drama produced in our borders.  However, we have artists and performers… Continue reading Urban Acts: Staged Reading Series

Wine+Words features Laurie Soriano April 19th

On the third Thursday of the month, Wine+Words monthly poetry night brings the spoken word to Mari’s Wine Bar.  Beginning with an open mic at 8PM, each month features a reading from a prominent Southern California poet at 8:30PM.  Lorine Parks curates the evening. This month, Thursday April 19th features Laurie Soriano, winner of the Best… Continue reading Wine+Words features Laurie Soriano April 19th

Photos from Art on the Vine, April 7th

The work of Isabelle Looper

I arrived past 10PM, but this past Saturday’s “Art on the Vine” had been going strong with a large crowd since it opened at 7PM.  Here are some photos from the current exhibit, and the people who’ve come out to enjoy it.  Special thanks to the artists Isabelle Looper and Laura Sanchez for their fantastic… Continue reading Photos from Art on the Vine, April 7th