The next Downey Arts Coalition meeting will be Satuday, January 28th at 12:00PM at the Downey Civic Theatre green room. The DAC was formed with the goal of bringing together artists, arts advocates, and our local arts organizations for the purpose of discussion, collaboration, and encouragement. Downey has a rich history with the arts, but… Continue reading Downey Arts Coalition Meeting January 28th
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Poetry Night, Wine+Words with Judith Pacht, January 19th
The Downey Arts Coalitions “Wine+Words” poetry series moves to Third-Thursdays in January. A good group made it out to hear Rick Smith in November. The featured poet this month will be Judith Pacht, reading on Thursday January 19. DAC member Lorine Parks curates the evening. Pacht is a seasoned poet and teaches poetry workshops on… Continue reading Poetry Night, Wine+Words with Judith Pacht, January 19th
Ricky Ostendi and Monica Pucciarelli, Art on the Vine January 7th
Saturday January 7th, come experience the artwork of two talented artists from right here in Downey, Ricky Ostendi and Monica Pucciarelli. Visit the facebook event page to tell us you’re coming: https://www.facebook.com/events/348368495178962/ Ricky Ostendi attended Warren High School and has his BA from the Art Institute of California. In addition to his painting, he is also… Continue reading Ricky Ostendi and Monica Pucciarelli, Art on the Vine January 7th
Suburban Renaissance Thursday Nov 10th
The Downey Art Vibe is producing a first class arts event at the Downey Civic Theatre lobby, this Thursday November 10th at 8PM. Participating artists include: Eddie Blanck, Jose Cervantes, Carolina Del Toro, Jorge Del Toro, Jordan Dunn, Gabe Enamorado, Valentin Flores, Don Lamkin, Monique Pucciarelli, Jamie Lennon Rowland, Roy Anthony Shabla, Jenny Vargas, Alina… Continue reading Suburban Renaissance Thursday Nov 10th
Downey Arts Meeting Saturday Oct 29th 12PM
Hope you can make it to our next Downey Arts Coalition meeting at the Downey Civic Theatre, in the green room. Enter through the office door right off the small street between the theatre and the library. This Saturday October 29th at 12PM. We start out each meeting re-capping the current news and events happening… Continue reading Downey Arts Meeting Saturday Oct 29th 12PM
Downey Symphony Photos from “Fiesta!” Concert
The Downey Symphony Orchestra brought down the house on Saturday, with an excellent concert and excitement for the future. The “Downey Overture” by Oscar Navarro was electric and vibrant, “Noah’s Ark” soared with emotion, Tim Callobre’s solo guitar held the audience captive, who then were entranced by the beauty of “Bolero.” Here are photos from… Continue reading Downey Symphony Photos from “Fiesta!” Concert
Wine + Words Poetry Night Friday Oct 21
October 21, 9PM at Mari’s Wine Bar, 8222 Firestone Blvd. Downey, CA I always thought poetry readings would be one of the later additions to a city’s push into arts and culture. But now Downey will have its very own poetry reading series, which is a co-production with the San Gabriel Valley Literary Festival and… Continue reading Wine + Words Poetry Night Friday Oct 21
Spanish Composer to Attend American Premier at Downey Concert
Acclaimed Spanish composer and film orchestrator Oscar Navarro will be attending the American premier of his work “Noah’s Ark” at the Downey Theater, October 22, 2011, to hear it performed by the Downey Symphony Orchestra. According to Music Director Sharon Lavery, this first concert of the season, entitled ¡Fiesta!, was conceived as a celebration of… Continue reading Spanish Composer to Attend American Premier at Downey Concert
Roy Anthony Shabla opens at “Art on the Vine”
Saturday night, October 8th, was the opening reception for “Art on the Vine” featuring the work of Roy Anthony Shabla. The artwork and poetry will be on display until the end of the month at Mari’s Wine Bar, 8222 Firestone Blvd, Downey, CA 90241.
Artists List for “Taste of Downey” Friday
The Downey Art Vibe released a postcard with a list of artists for this Friday’s “Taste of Downey” event on Friday at 5:30PM. Featuring the work of Downey native Jamie Lennon Rowland, and including works from the following: Jose Cervantes Junior Leon Gabe Enamorado Alina Wilson Carolina Del Toro Jorge Del Toro Lee Davenport Monica… Continue reading Artists List for “Taste of Downey” Friday