On the cold Potomac, a young rebel soldier’s innocence challenges the angry resentment of a union soldier, while in our nation’s capitol, a runaway slave woman searches the streets for her lost daughter and Mary Todd Lincoln stops at nothing to find the perfect Christmas tree to please her distracted husband. History’s almost forgotten heroes… Continue reading A Civil War Christmas – Dec 14-16
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The W Art Show in Whittier Nov 16-17
The Downey Arts Coalition is proud to be involved in the Whittier Cultural Arts Foundation’s annual art exhibit, November 16th and 17th at Parnell Park in Whittier.
Downey Theatre provides a full 2012-2013 season
The Downey Civic Theatre is on its second season of it’s new management, and has put together a wide variety of entertainment options for is 2012-2013 season. So far we have seen the National Circus of the People’s Republic of China, as well as a concert by rock legend Eddie Money. Here are the shows… Continue reading Downey Theatre provides a full 2012-2013 season
Poetry of Daniel McGinn at Wine+Words Nov 15
Third Thursdays poetry returns November 15th with a featured reading by poet Daniel McGinn, and an open mic hosted by curator Lorine Parks. Daniel McGinn, one of Southern California’s most esteemed poets, has been a part of the Greater Los Angeles poetry scene since 1995. “Old school,” “skinless honesty” “frequently surreal”, his poems appear in… Continue reading Poetry of Daniel McGinn at Wine+Words Nov 15
The Art of Rancho – Nov 7th to 11th
Downey is home to one of the top rehabilitation facilities in the country, Rancho Los Amigos Hospital off of Imperial and Rives. Their extensive use of the visual and performing arts as a tool of healing has had a powerful impact on the lives of its patients over the years. The Downey Arts Coalition this… Continue reading The Art of Rancho – Nov 7th to 11th
Art on the Vine presents William Rademaker, Lissette Nicole De La Trinidad, Marita Nylen – Nov 3rd
Saturday November 3rd is our monthly “Art on the Vine” show, featuring local artists William Rademaker and Lissette Nicole De La Trinidad, along with Marita Nylén, a teacher and artist from Sweden who has fond memories of her time in Downey. An evening of watercolors, ink, chalk, ceramics and photography. Enjoy live music, food, and raffles of original artwork.… Continue reading Art on the Vine presents William Rademaker, Lissette Nicole De La Trinidad, Marita Nylen – Nov 3rd
Sculpture workshop with Jorge Del Toro – Oct 23
Downey resident and celebrated sculptor Jorge Del Toro will be featured as the demonstrator for the regular meeting of the Downey Art League, Tuesday October 23rd. The free workshop takes place from 7 to 9PM at the Barbara J Riley Community Center at Apollo Park. In June the Downey Art League voted in a new… Continue reading Sculpture workshop with Jorge Del Toro – Oct 23
Downey Arts Coalition meeting Sat Oct 27
The regular monthly meeting of the Downey Arts Coalition will be Saturday, October 27th at the Downey Theatre. We meet in the green room. The theatre is next door to the Downey City Library off of Brookshire and Firestone. Enter through the office entrance directly across from the library. Meeting begins at noon, and ends… Continue reading Downey Arts Coalition meeting Sat Oct 27
House of Terror Halloween Fundraiser Oct 27
High culture takes a back seat this Halloween (October 27th) for “HOUSE OF TERROR” a Haunted House event to raise funds for the Downey Arts Coalition & Downey Art League. Facing your fears is an art form all its own, and this evening will be no exception. Your donation is your admission, pay as you’re… Continue reading House of Terror Halloween Fundraiser Oct 27
Downey Open Mic Nov 10
November 10th is the next Downey Open Mic– a great opportunity to bring your music, poetry, monologues or comedy acts in front of an audience that’s game for anything. Hosted by the Downey Moravian Church at 10337 Old River School Rd., Downey, CA. The evening starts at 7PM and continues while there are acts to… Continue reading Downey Open Mic Nov 10