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ummer is officially almost over and fall is just around the corner. As we trade in our shorts and flip-flops for something a little warmer, it is time for all of us to gear up for a season of Santa Ana winds, pumpkin spice lattes, cooler weather, and the fun fall events the San Gabriel Valley has to offer. This fall season, there are many entertaining events and performances in the arts that you and the family definitely will not want to miss. This fall’s theatre season is packed with exciting and thrilling plays and musicals, such as Real Women Have Curves and Breaking Through at the Pasadena Playhouse and A Flea in Her Ear, Jean Anouilh’s Antigone, and All My Sons at A Noise Within. The Sierra Madre Playhouse will extend their critically-acclaimed Always... Patsy Cline with 12 more performances and will also put on the mystery play, Deathtrap. The only performing arts center in Arcadia, the Arcadia Performing Arts Foundation, will host a variety of fun events, including the movie premiere of
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By J. Shadé Quintanilla Everything Before Us, produced by Arcadia High School alum Christine Chen, Magic: An Undying Love, a magic show featuring illusionist Gary Peterson and Arcadia High School’s fall play The Secret in the Wings, along with other high school performing arts shows. In Pasadena, the annual three-day Pasadena Festival of the Arts will feature juried fine arts, handcrafted works, unique gifts for purchase and delicious edibles. The festival will also coincide with ArtNight Pasadena. A night of art, music, and entertainment, seventeen of Pasadena’s institutions, including the Norton Simon Museum, Armory Center for the Arts, and Kidspace Children’s Museum, will open their doors to the public for this free special night. There will also be free shuttle busses that will connect guests to the different venues throughout the event. The Monrovia Association of Fine Arts will have their 52nd annual “Celebrate the Arts Show.” For two nights, there will be art demos, kids chalk art activities, great musical performances and delicious food. The show will also feature artist Elizabeth Butterfield and include Monrovia’s first ever ChalkFest. At the Coleman Chamber Music Association, there will be three great musical performances from the Grammy-winning Emerson String Quartet, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln C e n t e r, featuring
the famous pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet, and the Elias String Quartet, winners of the Sidney Griller Prize at the 9th London International String Quartet Competition. This fall, you can also spend a relaxing evening listening to extraordinary individuals speak about and share their experiences as a part of the Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California. The series will feature speeches from John Cleese, an actor, writer, and comedian who was once a part of the legendary Monty Python troupe in the 1960s, and Ehud Barak, the current Israeli Minister of Defense and former prime minister of Israel. Both speakers will talk to audiences in Pasadena and other locations in Southern California. Some content in our special Fall Arts section has been provided by some of our advertisers, which include Mayfield Senior School, Parson’s Nose Theater, Team NuVision, LaydBack Productions, and the City of Pasadena Arts & Cultural Affairs Division.
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A Closer Look: Parson’s Nose Theater
Parson’s Nose is a nonprofit, professional theater company of classically trained artists (Broadway, Off-Broadway, Regional Theater) whose mission it is to introduce classical theater to contemporary audiences. We perform condensed adaptations that present the language, characters, plots, and spirit of the world’s
greatest writers. Not just Shakespeare, but Molière, Dickens, Andersen, Shaw – the greatest writers of Western Literature. Plays are adapted to approximately 90-minute productions that both adults and young adults can enjoy. All performances are “Pay What You Will” because we believe that no one should be turned away from
the arts if they can’t afford a ticket. We’re about to enter our 16th Season in Pasadena – come join us! www.ParsonsNose.com “Many theater companies have stated the goal of making the classics accessible to modern audiences, but few accomplish it as successfully as Parson’s Nose.” –Huffington Post.
Nearly 50 fine artists and 10 chalk artists will display their mastery at Monrovia’s 52nd Annual “Celebrate the Arts” Show and first ever ChalkFest in Library Park, Sept. 26 and 27, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Organized by the Monrovia Association of Fine Arts (MAFA), this year’s show will include many firsts: the first ChalkFest for Monrovia, first appearance by students from Mt. Sierra College, first kids’ chalk activities and coloring
contest, and first live glass blowing demonstration. Students from Monrovia and Canyon high schools will display and demonstrate their ceramics and urban art work. A dozen live musical and dance acts will perform in the afternoons and a Silent Auction will feature the artists’ work, with proceeds going to support arts education for kids and teens in Monrovia. Food trucks will offer tempting treats throughout both days.
MAFA gratefully acknowledges event support from the City of Monrovia, the Volunteer Center, Monrovia Community Services, Arcadia Association of Realtors, Advantage Ford, Blick Art Supply, ChapCare, Chicago Title, Ward Auto Service, Donna Baker, Realtor, Hugo Torres, Realtor, Brian Huffman Photography, and Paint ‘n’ Play Studio. The Monrovia Association of Fine Arts is a Section 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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SGV’s Finest: Pasadena Playhouse
The Pasadena Playhouse’s (Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director and Elizabeth Doran Executive Director) 2015-2016 Season includes the award-winning Real Women Have Curves by Josefina López; the World Premiere of the new musical Breaking Through with a book by Kirsten Guenther and Music and Lyrics by Cliff Downs and Katie Kahanovitz; the return of Panto at The Playhouse with Lythgoe Family Productions’ Peter Pan and Tinkerbell: A Pirate Christ-
mas, Trey Ellis and Ricardo Khan’s FLY produced in association with Crossroads Theatre Company; the West Coast Premiere of Harvey Fierstein’s Casa Valentina; and an Artistic Director’s Choice to be announced at a later date. Sheldon Epps, Artistic Director of The Playhouse, said, “Happily, The Playhouse has enjoyed tremendous artistic success over the last several years. I feel confident that the selections for next season will allow us to continue this wonderful period of aesthetic
excitement and creativity. These choices represent our ongoing commitment to theatrical diversity, vibrant and eclectic programming, and artistic excellence. I look forward with great anticipation to the joys of the theatrical journeys ahead and the ongoing collaboration with our cherished audiences.” The Pasadena Playhouse is located at 39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101. Visit www.pasadenaplayhouse.org or call (626) 356-7529.
into a cultural and historical context by supporting the work with lobby exhibits and special events. We also have a Sunday Music Series in collaboration with the Colburn Conservatory. Each year we include a Field Trip Series play for area schools – this year it’s Charlotte’s Web (opening March 4) for grades first to fifth. Our season includes the LA Premiere of the musical
adaptation of Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory (opening Nov. 27), Deathtrap by Ira Levin (opening Jan. 15), John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men (opening March 11), and Tennessee William’s The Glass Menagerie (opening May 6). For more information please visit our website at SierraMadrePlayhouse.org or email: i n fo @ S i e r ra M a d re P l ayhouse.org.
Step Inside: The Sierra Madre Playhouse
The Sierra Madre Playhouse is a small professional theatre in lovely Sierra Madre. We are on the Boulevard surrounded by shops and wonderful restaurants. Our theater was built in 1923 and affords a wonderfully intimate relationship with the work on stage. Our mission is to produce plays by American writers about the American experience and to put them
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Real Women Have Curves (September 17 to October 4 @ The Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Ave.) Set in a sewing factory in East Los Angeles, five women race to meet a deadline to keep the small business alive. Written by Josefina López, this award-winning comedy was the basis for the movie of the same name and has been updated for The Pasadena Playhouse’s 2015 production. Real Women Have Curves celebrates real bodies, life in southern California and the bond when women work together. The performance schedule is Tuesday through Friday at 8 p.m, Saturday at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets, priced from $25.00 to $125.00, can be purchased by visiting the box office, calling (626) 356-7529 or online. For more information and tickets, visit www.pasadenaplayhouse. org. - PASADENA
sic, she was the first female crossover artist, also singing pop, torch songs, rockabilly, honky tonk, country swing and gospel. Tickets range from $25 to $34.50. For showtimes, tickets, seating availability, visit http://sierramadreplayhouse. org/ or call (626) 355-4318. - SIERRA MADRE Sept20 20(Sunday) September
Jean Anouilh’s Antigone (September 20 to November 20 @ A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd.) Anouilh’s reimagining of the Greek classic roars with theatrical drama and poses questions about choosing between personal values and those of the society. Heroine Antigone accepts her fate with fearless grace and dares herself and the audience to rise to the greater good. Ticket prices start at $44.00. Contact the box office in person, via phone at (626) 356-3100 or online at www.ANoiseWithin.org for Sept 18 18(Friday) September updated pricing, seat availability and more information. Always…Patsy Cline (Sep- - PASADENA tember 18 to October 18 @ Sept 26 Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.) The popular musical Always…. Celebrate the Arts Show Patsy Cline depicts the legend- (September 26 & 27 @ 10 a.m. ary singer backed by a live to 6 p.m., Monrovia Library band performing her greatest Park, 321 S. Myrtle Ave.) On hits. Patsy Cline (1932-1963) Sept. 26 and 26, the 52nd anwas one of the most popular nual celebration comes to and influential singers of the Monrovia. At this free event, 20th century. Although most there will be Monrovia’s first associated with country mu- ever ChalkFest with cash
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prizes, art by Mt. Sierra College and Monrovia High School students, a kids coloring contest, a silent auction and raffle to support local arts, food, live entertainment and more. For more information, call (626) 483-0560 or visit www.monroviafinearts.org. - MONROVIA
Wong Fu Movie Premiere (September 26 @ 6:30 p.m., Arcadia Performing Arts Center, 188 Campus Dr.) The YouTube sensation, Wong Fu Productions, will introduce their recent feature film, Everything Before Us. The movie is set in the future, where the Department of Emotional Integrity (D.E.I.) oversees all romantic relationships by issuing publicly accessible relationship score that keep individuals accountable for their everyday choices. The film follows two couples and their relationship with the D.E.I. Wong Fu creators, Philip Wang and Wesley Chan, will give an introduction before the screening and will answer questions submitted by audience members after the movie. Fans will then have the chance to meet the creators along with Christine Chen, the film’s producer. Tickets are $15 for general admission and $25 for front orchestra VIP seating. For more information and tickets, call (626) 821-1781 or visit http://www.arcadiapaf. org. - ARCADIA October 2 (Friday)
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Deathtrap (October 2 to November 8 @ Sierra Madre Playhouse, 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd.) This thriller full of twists and turns is about a playwright who is so desperate to come up with another hit that he says he would kill for one. Is he joking? Tickets range from $25 to $34.50. For showtimes, tickets, seating availability and more information, visit http://sierramadreplayhouse. org/ or call (626) 355-4318. - SIERRA MADRE A Flea in Her Ear (October 2 to November 22 @ A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd.) A Flea in Her Ear is a play that tells the story of how, after a brief bout of impotence, Victor Chandebise’s wife, Raymonde, suspects her husband may be cheating. She has a friend write a note to him luring him into meeting a mysterious lady at a hotel to see if he will show up. Intrigued, Victor sends someone in his place, leading to a series of mishaps. Single ticket prices start at $44.00. Contact the box office in person, via phone at (626) 356-3100 or online at www.ANoiseWithin. org for updated pricing, seat availability and more information. – PASADENA oct 3
25 @ Arcadia Performing Arts Center, 188 Campus Dr.) Join illusionist Gary Peterson on an exciting magical journey. He tells the tale of a battle with a jealous vampire over the love of his life. This Broadwaystyle show features over 25 illusions and unprecedented visual effects guaranteed to amaze the entire family. The performance schedule is on 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $39 for general admission and $59 for front row VIP. For more information and tickets, call (626) 821-1781 or visit http://www.arcadiapaf.org. - ARCADIA Octoberoct 9 (Friday) 9
Pasadena Festival of the Arts (October 9 to October 11 @ 5 to 10 p.m., Paseo Colorado, 280 E. Colorado Blvd.) LaydBack Productions presents a celebration that consists of new and experienced artists, craftsmen, sponsors, unique offerings, musicians, gourmet edibles and entertainers to inspire us all. The show takes place on Friday, Oct 9. from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, Oct.10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 11, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. This event is free. For more information, visit http://www.laydback.com/ or call the festival hotline at (909) 941-7100. - PASADENA
Supernatural - Magic & ArtNight Pasadena (OctoIllusion (October 3 to October ber 9 @ 6 to 9 p.m., Pasadena)
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Enjoy a free evening of art, music and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions open their doors. Start your night at any one of the 21 participating cultural institutions (Jackie Robinson Center, Offramp Gallery, USC Pacific Asia Museum and more), where free shuttles will be waiting to transport you to your next destination. For more information, visit www.artnightpasadena.org. - PASADENA oct 11 October 11 (Sunday)
All My Sons (October 11 to November 21 @ A Noise Within, 3352 E. Foothill Blvd.) Arthur Miller’s Tony Awardwinning play, All My Sons, holds up a mirror to the soul of American business and morality. How family ties bind – to ideals and the realities of daily life – is illuminated within this searing touchstone of the American stage. Single ticket prices start at $44.00. Contact the box office in person, via phone at (626) 356-3100 or online at www.ANoiseWithin.org for show times, updated pricing, seat availability and more information. - PASADENA
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Distinguished Speaker Series
of Southern California Already well established as a Pasadena institution, the Distinguished Speakers Series has again lined up some of the world’s most influential and captivating presenters for the upcoming 20152016 season at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium. This season’s speakers include Ehud Barak, the former Prime Minister of Israel, comedian John Cleese, Secretary of
Defense Leon Panetta, scientist Michio Kaku and lifestyle guru Martha Stewart to name a few. “For the past 19 seasons, patrons have been enjoying the compelling and enriching entertainment that our Series provides. We are grateful to have found a home at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, where we are proud to celebrate our twen-
tieth season with our audience,” said co-owner Kathy Winterhalder. “We search the globe to find great speakers whose remarkable leadership, accomplishments and opinions make a real difference. Never has that been more true than with this coming season’s speakers,” said Winterhalder. Great seats are still availablewww.speakersla.com.
Enjoy a free evening of art, music, and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions swing open their doors. Last spring, 28,000 people experienced the excitement of ArtNight. ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena. The event is sponsored by the
Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission with support from the following: Pasadena Department of Transportation Transit Division; Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority; and Pasadena Center Operating Company. Free shuttles, running 6–10 p.m., will loop throughout the evening with stops at each venue. Park at any one venue and ride to the others. For the ArtBus, Pasadena
ARTS Route 10 runs along Colorado Boulevard and Green Street until 8 p.m. Information at cityofpasadena. net/artsbus. You can also attend ArtNight by taking the Metro Gold Line to Pasadena. Check metro.net for information. See more at: artnightpasadena.org, (626) 7447887, facebook.com/artnightpasadena, or twitter. com/ArtNightPas.
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Coleman Chamber Music Association Founded in 1904 by Alice Coleman (later Alice Coleman Batchelder), the Coleman Chamber Music Association is one of the oldest organizations in the United States dedicated to the presentation, understanding, and enjoyment of chamber music. Coleman’s activities include an annual series of six chamber music concerts in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium and a nationally recognized annual competition for young chamber music performers. When Miss Alice Coleman introduced her concerts in 1904, performance was effectively the only way to hear music. Recordings could be made on cylinders lasting no more than two minutes, and radio lay far in the future. Today access to music is much wider, but the magic of live performance remains unique. In 2004 Coleman celebrated a full century of devotion to the performance and development of chamber music. The responsibility for Coleman rests with a fulltime executive director and a dedicated and inven-
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Sundays at 3:30 ÖÃ in Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium Season Subscriptions: $258 $210 $162 $114 tive board of diverse but musically-minded members of the community. The Friends of Coleman, a volunteer support group, is of vital importance in the logistics of the Competition and other occasional ac-
tivities of the Association. Bookkeeping, accounting and investment counsel are contracted for outside the organization. For more information, visit www. colemanchambermusic.org or call (626) 793-4191.
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Cal Phil’s concerts are unique. Their signature blend of popular fare and classical masterpieces reveal the connections between eras and styles that give music lovers even more enjoyment from the concert experience. With a mission to present world-class performances of great music to the widest possible audi-
ence, the California Philharmonic is an orchestra like no other. Performing summer concerts at both Santa Anita Race Track and Walt Disney Concert Hall, Cal Phil has garnered awards, critical acclaim and a loyal audience whose enthusiasm for Maestro Vener’s performances is unparalleled. Cal Phil’s dynamic original concerts,
as well as its special guests ranging from classical performing and recording artists to pop sensations, are the perfect combination for contemporary audiences. Maestro Vener’s unique style of commentary from the podium gives concertgoers new insight into the music in a fun and engaging fashion.
Ben D. Bollinger’s Candlelight Pavilion was founded in 1985. Since then, the Candlelight Pavilion has produced over 200 professional shows from classic musicals to contemporary favorites. From Broadway performers to local professionals, the Candlelight Pavilion has an array of talented actors, directors and
choreographers that have remarkable credentials. The Pavilion is a 299 seat house offering fine dining and musical theater. From cozy round tables for two up front to larger tables of eight, comfortable booths, and even private balcony rooms the Candlelight Pavilion is an elegant place to spend any evening. Dining at
the Candlelight Pavilion includes waiter-served meals instead of typical dinner theater buffets. The flavorful cuisine sets a dinner theater standard of its own. For more information, visit www.candlelightpavilion.com or call (909) 626-1254 ext. 1. The Candlelight Pavilion is located at 455 W. Foothill Blvd., Claremont, CA 91711.
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ART NIGHT FRIDAY OCTOBER 9, 2015 6–10 PM
LaydBack Productions all started with an invention called The Bed Desk that has 21+ uses and has helped people in countries all over the world live life more comfortably, affordably, and happily! This artistic creation led to the shows they promote, produce, and organize for special events such as art shows, festivals, and classic
car shows for charity. LaydBack Productions is located at 10950 Arrow Route #2601 in Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729. Find out more at www.LaydBack.com or call (909) 941-7100. Their hours are variable Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., so call or email info@ LaydBack.com for more information.
ENVISION THE NIGHT Enjoy a free evening of art, music and entertainment as Pasadena’s most prominent arts and cultural institutions swing open their doors. PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS A Room to Create (ARC) Pasadena / Armory Center for the Arts / ArtCenter College of Design / artwoRks Teen Center / Boston Court / City of Pasadena–City Hall / Curatorial Assistance / Jackie Robinson Community Center / kidspace Children’s Museum / Light Bringer Project @ Day one / Lineage Performing Arts Center / MusE/IquE / Norton simon Museum / offramp Gallery / Pasadena Central Library / Pasadena City College / Pasadena Conservatory of Music / Pasadena Museum of California Art / Pasadena Museum of History / side street Projects / usC Pacific Asia Museum
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FREE SHUTTLES Free shuttles, running 6–10 p.m., will loop throughout the evening with stops at each venue. Park at any one venue and ride to the others.
METRO GOLD LINE Attend ArtNight by taking the Metro Gold Line to the Memorial Park station in Pasadena. Check metro.net for information.
ARTS BUS Pasadena ARTs Route 10 runs along Colorado Boulevard and Green street until 8 p.m. Information at cityofpasadena.net/artsbus.
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ArtNight is an ongoing partnership among many cultural institutions and the Cultural Affairs Division of the City of Pasadena. For information on ArtNight, please call the ArtNight Pasadena Hotline at 626.744.7887 or visit artnightpasadena.org. For information on accessibility and/or to request written materials in alternative formats, please call the City of Pasadena at 626.744.7062.
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Since 1980, LaydBack Productions has participated in events nationally. They provide art & event show products, promotions, and productions. Owner Dave Drake says, “Our philosophy has led to our secret for success and it is anchored by one sentence: ‘It’s all about the artists … and the people who love art!’”
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Pasadena Museum of History presents
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Pasadena Museum of History Presents Fabulous Fashion – Decades of Change: 1890s, 1920s, & 1950s
Over 40 exquisite garments from the PMH collection - plus period accessories and household objects – spotlight and compare these three memorable decades.
On view October 9, 2015 - February 14, 2016 Pasadena Museum of History | 470 West Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91103
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Made possible in part by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission and the City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Division, PMH’s Textile Arts Council, and French Hand Laundry.
The Altadena Library District This Library is a gem hidden in Altadena. We provide free and equal access to information, education, ideas, technology and the joy of reading. We want to empower everyone in our community! This Library is a muchloved community incubator of personal happiness and informal self-education! • It is a place for children to experience the wonders of reading, imagination and storytelling, • for youth to gather, create and study, • a place for all
residents to participate and explore Artistic, Educational and Cultural opportunities • a place in Altadena’s history, a place where our
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BEST FEST — In Support of YOUR Altadena Libraries! Saturday, October 3, 2015 9:00AM to 5:00 PM Food! Fun! Art! Music! And a great cause!
NEUTRA POST NEUTRA Dion Neutra, architect Saturday, October 24, 2015 2:00PM Fans of modernism take note! Dion Neutra, son of the iconic Richard Neutra, will hold a lecture and book SECOND SATURDAY RETURNS signing for “The Neutras, Then & Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015 7:00 PM Later.” A slide show and Q & A will The Verdugo Swing Society has accompany the presentation. been bringing back Big Band memories since 1986. Originally formed by members of the Glendale MAIN LIBRARY College Jazz band, they now have 600 E. MARIPOSA ST. local musicians from aerospace to ALTADENA, CA 91001 academia. Good friends, good food, (626) 798-0833 good fun!
Pasadena Museum of History’s new exhibition Fabulous Fashion compares three significant decades of women’s fashion history that were shaped by society, economics, and lifestyle. Over forty exquisite garments, accented by accessories and other materials from the Museum’s extensive collections, illustrate the swing from rigid structure to freedom and back to restrictive customs. Women’s fashions in the 1890s were characterized by the hourglass silhouette with high necklines and huge sleeves emphasizing a small waist. These beautiful, but restricting gowns are juxtaposed against the loose-fitting bodice and high hemlines typical of the 1920s. Another thirty years and the dresses return to the small, corseted waists and full skirts of the 1950s, visually illustrating the shift in women’s roles from era to era. Fabulous Fashion is on view in the History Center Galleries from 12 to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays beginning Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, and continuing through Sunday, Feb. 14. Special programming will be offered in relation to this exhibition. Please check the Events listings on the Museum website for dates and details. Fabulous Fashion is made possible in part by the Pasadena Arts & Culture Commission and the City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Division. The exhibit is also sponsored by PMH’s Textile Arts Council and French Hand Laundry. Tickets: General Admission: $7; free for children under 12 and Museum Members are available in the Museum Store (no reservations necessary). Pasadena Museum of History is located at 470 W. Walnut St. (corner Walnut St. and Orange Grove Blvd.), Pasadena 91103. Information: www.pasadenahistory. org or call (626) 577-1660.
Black taffeta and lace cocktail gown with an illusion bodice, 1950s. Worn by Leonora Curtin Paloheimo (Courtesy of Pasadena Museum of History; FCP Collection, 2000.019.0189). –Photo by Aaron Gil, www.fotonuova.com.
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Altadena Public Library celebrates Hispanic heritage month with an illustrated presentation on the life of Angeleno vanguard Francisco Ramirez in discussion with award-winning author Paul Bryan Gray and historian Michele Zack. Thursday, October 15th 7:00PM-9:00PM Widely known for founding Los Angeles’ first Spanishonly newspaper in 1855, El Clamor Público, at the age of 18, Ramírez used the publication as a platform to express ideas of liberalism and democracy.
Founded in 1931 by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Mayfield Senior School is a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women grades 9–12. Mayfield Senior School’s rigorous academic program engages students and fosters a passion for learning that transcends the classroom. Mayfield graduates are independent thinkers with strong
writing, verbal, and analytical skills. With 21 AP/Honors courses, 100% college acceptance, and an average class size of 17, Mayfield’s diverse student body is made up of independent thinkers who are encouraged to purse their passions in and beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to discover their creative voice in one of the nine Conservatory for the
Arts programs or develop confidence and camaraderie with Mayfield athletics. Discover all that Mayfield has to offer at their Open House on Dec. 6, 2015, from 12 – 3 p.m. Mayfield Senior School is located just above the beautiful Arroyo Seco at 500 Bellefontaine Street, Pasadena, CA 91101. More information at www.mayfieldsenior.org.
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Arcadia Performing Arts Center
The Arcadia Performing Arts Center anchors the Arcadia High School campus on the northwest corner. This $20 million, 40,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility includes a main performance hall with seating for 1,150, a stage that holds 200 musicians, tunable acoustics, and professional lighting and sound. The Arcadia Performing Arts Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization, is dedicated to maintaining the Performing Arts Center as a nucleus for the arts, education and engagement where the lives of students and the greater community are enriched.
Herb Alpert and Lani Hall. - Photo by Gerry Wersh
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Pasadena’s Critical Darling: A Noise Within
A Noise Within presents classic repertory theatre in a rotating repertory model—interchanging three plays within a season’s time. For the past 24 years, A Noise Within has gained prominence as one of Southern California’s most respected theatres, earning 26 Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Awards. It was also the youngest com-
pany ever to receive the Margaret Harford Award for Distinguished Achievement. A Noise Within produces world-class performances of great works of drama and comedy, including Romeo and Juliet, Tartuffe, and their “enchanting” (LA Weekly) production of A Christmas Carol. As “one of the nation’s premier clas-
sical repertory companies” (The Huffington Post), ANW attracts patrons from the San Gabriel Valley and beyond. In fall 2015, A Noise Within brings A Flea in Her Ear, All My Sons, and the world premiere of a new adaptation of Jean Anouilh’s Antigone to theater lovers in their historic mid-Century location in East Pasadena.
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