ARTS CENTER GIVES SIMI QUALITY AT A DECENT PRICE.Byline: Alicia Doyle Daily News Staff Writer Tired of paying a small fortune on admission to try the latest thrill ride at the theme parks? Sick of fighting over a parking space for a day at the beach, or of hassling the crowds for a night at the movies? The Simi Valley Simi Valley (sē`mē, sĭm`ē), city (1990 pop. 100,217), Ventura co., SW Calif. in an oil, fruit, and farm region; laid out 1887, inc. 1969. Cultural Arts Center is the place to find local, laid-back, affordable entertainment this summer. Poetry readings, gallery exhibits, plays and rock concerts are among the events planned at the center for upcoming months. ``It's a nice, relaxing atmosphere,'' said Fred Helsel, the center's assistant general manager. The center's programs offer families - especially children - the chance to absorb culture they may not normally find on a summer outing, Helsel noted. ``It instills a sense of culture appreciation in children that, as they grow, will hopefully blossom,'' he said. The center hosts performances almost every weekend, with the galleries open Sundays from noon until 5 p.m. and by appointment Tuesdays through Saturdays. Tickets for events generally range between $10 and $15, with discounts for seniors, students, children and groups. Admission to the gallery is free. The building - at 3050 Los Angeles Los Angeles (lôs ăn`jələs, lŏs, ăn`jəlēz'), city (1990 pop. 3,485,398), seat of Los Angeles co., S Calif.; inc. 1850. Ave. - has been a center of community activities since its dedication in 1928. Like the new Cultural Arts Center, the original construction brought together the leadership and support of the entire community. Originally constructed in 1924, the 15,000-square-foot neoclassical ne·o·clas·si·cism also Ne·o·clas·si·cism n. A revival of classical aesthetics and forms, especially: a. A revival in literature in the late 17th and 18th centuries, characterized by a regard for the classical ideals of reason, form, Old Methodist Church sits on 1.4 acres. In August 1991, Simi Valley bought the property, using $825,000 from the General Fund. The City Council, acting as the Community Development Agency, then spent about $2.5 million to refurbish re·fur·bish tr.v. re·fur·bished, re·fur·bish·ing, re·fur·bish·es To make clean, bright, or fresh again; renovate. re·fur the site to create a 292-seat theater, a multipurpose mul·ti·pur·pose adj. Designed or used for several purposes: a multipurpose room; multipurpose software. multipurpose Adjective room and a gallery. Construction of the center involved both the conversion of the building and restoration of its historical features. These features included the stained-glass windows - paid for by private donations from more than 30 people - which were authentically reproduced in the new renovation. In the mid-'70s, Simi Valley's General Plan called for such an arts center. When the city bought the Old Methodist Church in 1991, the building had greatly deteriorated. With funding in place, work began in 1994 to create a larger performing center and restore a building of historical importance to the community. In November, Broadway legend Rita Moreno celebrated the opening of the Cultural Arts Center by performing during a black-tie gala evening. The center has since been an affordable venue for entertainment, Helsel said. ``With cultural events, it gives the family a chance to spend quality time together,'' he said. SIMI VALLEY CULTURAL ARTS CENTER The following are scheduled events throughout the summer at the Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center. All information listed is subject to change. To confirm events, call the center at 581-2714. SATURDAY Artisans Fair: From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visual arts visual arts npl → artes fpl plásticas visual arts npl → arts mpl plastiques visual arts npl → set to be on display in the center's parking lot include paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture and woodcarvings. Admission is free. FRIDAY and SATURDAY An evening with Irving Berlin Noun 1. Irving Berlin - United States songwriter (born in Russia) who wrote more than 1500 songs and several musical comedies (1888-1989) Israel Baline, Berlin : An original musical revue revue, a stage presentation that originated in the early 19th cent. as a light, satirical commentary on current events. It was rapidly developed, particularly in England and the United States, into an amorphous musical entertainment, retaining a small amount of celebrating one of America's favorite composers. Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, $8 children 12 and under. FRIDAY, JULY 5 The day after Independence Day rock show: Featuring the bands Wooden Circus, Katja's Dream, Oversoul o·ver·soul n. In New England transcendentalism, a spiritual essence or vital force in the universe in which all souls participate and that therefore transcends individual consciousness. and Joshua Path Joshua Path is a Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter. His style is alternative rock, though he has dabbled in folk and electronic. Joshua has released four CDs, most notably The Sugar Fields. His third CD, How To Survive In Miami, was released under his birthname, Josh Bloomberg. . At 7:30 p.m. Admission is $7 in advance, $10 at the door. To purchase by credit card, call 581-9940. SATURDAY, JULY 6 Senior production of ``You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown'': 8 p.m. The presentation features a cast of senior citizens in association with Comedy Tonight Productions. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for students, $8 for children 12 and under, $6 for seniors. To make reservations, call 581-9940. FRIDAY and SATURDAY, JULY 12, 13 ``Crash Course In Herstory'': Playwright Productions presents this variety show celebrating accomplishments of women through the ages using song, dance and sketches. Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, $8 for children. SUNDAY, JULY 21 Janet Caroll in concert: Jazz vocalist Janet Carroll, backed by some of L.A.'s jazz musicians This is a list of jazz musicians on whom Wikipedia has articles. Some of the most notable jazz musicians
FRIDAY, JULY 26 Poetry and short fiction reading: A reading of Verve magazine, an internationally distributed journal of poetry and fiction at 8 p.m. Admission is $3 at the door. No advance reservations needed. FRIDAY, JULY 27 ``Fiddler on the Roof,'' the concert: Presented in association with the West Valley Jewish Community Center, this concert features a youth cast singing the songs of ``Fiddler on the Roof'' at 8 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and students, and $8 for children 12 and under. SUNDAY, JULY 28 Santa Susana Santa Susana can refer to several places:
TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, JULY 30-31 ``Wizard of Oz'' and ``Vaudeville vaudeville (vôd`vĭl), originally a light song, derived from the drinking and love songs formerly attributed to Olivier Basselin and called Vau, or Vaux, de Vire. Review.'' Presented by the Simi Arts Conservatory. These productions mark the culmination of conservatory classes. Admission is $3 for ``Wizard of Oz Wizard of Oz reaches and departs from Oz in circus balloon. [Children’s Lit.: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz] See : Ballooning Wizard of Oz false wizard takes up residence in Emerald City. [Am. Lit. ,'' and $2 for ``Vaudeville Review.'' Call 526-4131 for times and reservations. AUG. 17-25 ``The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe'': Presented by the Santa Paula Santa Paula (săn`tə pôl`ə), city (1990 pop. 25,062), Ventura co., S Calif., on the Santa Clara River in a fertile valley that yields citrus fruits, avocados, vegetables, flowers, nursery products, and walnuts; laid out 1875, inc. Theater Center at 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. This one-woman extravaganza written by Jane Wagner Jane Wagner (born on February 2, 1935) is an American writer, director and producer. Wagner is best known as Lily Tomlin's comedy writer, collaborator and life partner. [1] She is the author of The Search For Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe, features 14 different characters played by award-winning actress Donna Kimball. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for students and seniors. SUNDAY, SEPT. 8 Miss Simi Valley Pageant: Part of the Simi Valley Days celebration. For times and tickets, call Lussier Productions, 496-4839. CAPTION(S): Box Box: SIMI VALLEY CULTURAL ARTS CENTER (See text) |
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