Downey Symphony’s Sold-out Concert

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

Defying Gravity featured on KPCC 89.3

Downey’s space history had the privilege of being featured this morning on our local NPR radio station, KPCC 89.3.  The play Defying Gravity, which opens tonight at the Columbia Memorial Space Center provides a frame story for how Downey’s space programs shaped the city in both its heyday as well as the loss of the Rockwell… Continue reading Defying Gravity featured on KPCC 89.3

Downey Theatre Fall Season: Al Jarreau, Tito Puente Jr. and more

The Downey Civic Theatre has announced the first four shows of its 2013-14 Season. The city provides these concert opportunities to the local community to bring quality shows to our beautiful 738 seat theater. Press release to follow: Experience the performing arts at the Downey Civic Theatre where incredible things are happening! The Downey Civic… Continue reading Downey Theatre Fall Season: Al Jarreau, Tito Puente Jr. and more

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

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