Posts Tagged ‘Arts’
Downtown Street Jam is Back: 3.13.10
And there’s a promise of green beer! Definitely a good pre St. Patrick’s Day event. I promise no fighting this year 😉
This Weekend: 2.18 – 2.21.10
First, happy birthday Erick Lange.
What are you doing this weekend? Now that the VDay weekend pressure is over, the gorgeous sunshine we’ve been having is over too. This weekend’s forecast is rainy Friday and Saturday, with mostly cloudy on Sunday. Still, there are things to do so here goes:
Thursday, 2.18:
The Bellrays at Back To The Grind. Free show, all ages. Does this mean B2TG is permitted to have live music again? Hope so!
Friday, 2.19:
Chinese Treasures from the Time of the Emperors, ongoing until April 2010 at the Riverside Metropolitan Museum. With such a large Chinatown in Riverside at the turn of the last century, its a wonder why there are not more displays and artifacts from those days. Maybe this museum event will have more information.
George Jones at Pechanga; Paul Revere and the Raiders at California Performing Arts Theater in San Bernardino; Ansel Adams at Work at UCR Riverside Fine Arts; Farmer Boys Cruise Night (Iowa Ave.) from 6 – 9 pm;
Saturday, 2.20:
Raincross 5k Run/Walk at Fairmount Park from 7:30 am – 10:00 am. The last day to register for the run/walk is this Thursday, 2.18. Registration is $25 for adults and $15 for children. Rain or shine, the run is on.
Christopher Cross (Yes! Christopher Cross – guilty pleasure) at California Performing Arts Theater in San Bernardino; THEE one and only DJ Irene at Cafe Sevilla at 10pm
“The Bad Seed” – one of my favorite plays/films is at the Wolfpack Players Theater at 7pm. Where’s the Wolfpack Players Theater? Its located at MLK High School on Wood Street.
NASCAR Nationwide Series: Stater Brothers 300 is at Fontana Autoclub Speedway.
Sunday, 2.21:
Musink Tattoo and Music Festival 12:00p to 10:00p at the OC Fair and Event Center. This is a CAN’T MISS with Buzzcocks, The Cult, The Damned and NOFX
What else is going on? Lemme know by leaving a comment, emailing me at riversideliving at gmail or @me on Twitter at @riversideliving. I’m there for ya! 🙂
Open Mic Nights
A friend just called a second ago, thinking I’d know where there are open mic nights in Riverside. I don’t play anything, sing anything so I didn’t really think to ever find out. But now that the question has been asked, I had to find out.
Here’s a list of open mic nights within 25 miles of the zipcode 92507. It’s Friday night, so it looks like the Plum House (2 blocks down the street) for my friend.
Blues Brothers at San Manuel: 2.18.10
It is NOT too late to get your Blues Brothers tickets for tomorrow’s show. The Blues Brothers, starring Dan Aykroyd and Jim Belushi are not to be missed. The Blues Brothers started on SNL, with Dan and the late John Belushi – as Jake and Ellwood – which turned into a couple of movies and a long lasting musical act. They are appearing all over the place, but right in YOUR neighborhood tomorrow.
Since We’re Talking Music: Coachella 4.16 – 4.18.10
The most sought after – and crowded, hot and overpriced – show is coming up fast. As jaded as I may sound, I really want to go. The maddening thing is that there are artists on EACH day that I want to see, so if I were to have to pick just one day to go to, it would be quite difficult. Since I have a fukt up ankle in a cast, I’m thinking the day that would be easiest to navigate. At least to the Heineken tent. That said, YOU tell me which would be the best day to go. Here’s the flyer:
I guess I’m thinking Friday. I’ve never seen JayZ or Them Crooked Vultures.
Paid Dues 2010: Saturday, 4.3.10
Too many performers to list but the line up is GOOD. Check out the flyer:
Route 66 After Party with Hellbound Hayride and Ms. Carolina Moon
This is a don’t miss! Mark your calendars immediately.
The 48 Hour Film Project: IE
What a cool idea! The 48 Hour Film Project gave local filmmakers 48 hours to record and edit a film to submit to the project. The theme for this project, which was filmed last weekend in the IE, was a Western. Filmmakers had to include certain elements and film here in the IE, then submit their entries by August 9th. Premieres were last night and tonight (August 12th & 13) at Ultra Star University.
Broadway In Riverside
Are you ready for the Inaugural Season of The Fox Performing Arts Center? Driving past the Fox every day, from the outside it doesn’t appear as though much is going on. Inside, the original interior paint is being restored and the whole place is being restored to its 1929 grandeur. Sounds swell.
There are already several big performances planned for 2010. Annie in February; Jesus Christ Superstar in March and April, and Hairspray in April to start. If you check out the various season ticket plans, the prices are reasonable if you are expecting a great show. For example, you and a friend could see all of the above shows plus two more for about 170.00. I’d love to see Annie again. I haven’t seen it since the whole Annie/Andrea McArdle craze when I was in 5th grade. Its about time.
Inhale at Alice
Don’t forget to check out Inhale at Lake Alice on Wednesday nights. They get everyone up and dancing with their own songs and tunes from bands like Sublime. Drink prices were decent too. Greyhound with Grey Goose = 5.50. Get over here.
Ska In The (Billiards) Park
by Jessika Pedersen
Over the weekend, Riverside got a dose of their first annual Ska in the Park (@QBonkers). It was hot and crowded, and the location changed across town to a local pool hall, but none of this stopped local Southern California ska kids from showing up and packing the small building and parking lot. The local band turnout was a great opportunity to see smaller bands from other areas. A couple of my personal favorites were Maxwell Smart and Dr. Skavra (who sound like early Aquabats before they turned into a kid band). Our local band The B Sharps was amazing as usual. Suburban Legends played a great song off their first record, Gummi Bears. Though they needed a bigger main stage, for a first Annual ska festival in Riverside, I have to say it was a lot of fun. I can’t wait until next year. Ska is not dead, at least not in Riverside.
Jessika’s Facebook collection of photos from the event.
Inhale at Downtown Street Jam
Inhale is an awesome band. Wasn’t sure what to expect but would defintely see them again. Coming live from Riverside’s Downtown Street Jam. Walk on the wild side…
Riverside Downtown Street Jam Photos
Took tons of photos of the Downtown Street Jam. We got there late but just in time to see Voodoo Glow Skulls play. Loading pics to Flickr right now. Stay tuned. Here are some:
Voodoo Glow Skull closing the Street Jam
The very unique Menagerie
Outside of the show - The Fox, L & J
Riverside International Film Festival – 4.17 – 4.26
This year, the Riverside International Film Festival will be held at the Regal Cinemas Riverside Stadium 16 (at the Plaza). The opening night gala will be held Friday, April 17th at 6:30 in the courtyard area between El Torito and Gottschalk. The gala reception is $40/person and includes a champagne reception and presentation of a lifetime achievement award to guest William Devane.
The theme of the festival is “Experience the World in 10 Days” and will screen 120+ films representing more than 30 countries and a number of US premieres.
Art Demo at Riverside Art Museum April 15th
Join the Plein Air Artists of Riverside for an oil painting demonstration by artist Helga Batman-Koplin at the Riverside Art Museum. Tickets are free for PAA members and $5 for non PAA members (which can go toward the $30 PAA membership). The demo will be held April 15th at 6:30.
Can’t get enough of the local arts? Don’t forget First Thursdays downtown. It just passed but it will be back in less than a month.
Affaire Of The Arts is a moving gallery that holds 2 day exhibitions 1 time per month. Submit your work for admission to QuenchArt.
More upcoming art activities/exhibitions are here.
Weekend Activities: 3.06 – 3.08
Friday:
Pink Canoes at Pharoah’s Den (Pharoah’s Den is membership only but the requirements are not outrageous if you want to support local arts – check out their myspace for more info)
Saturday:
Burlesque-a-plenty Morgan aka Carolina Moon will be appearing at Kitten de Ville’s Burlesque show this Saturday, March 7th at Back to the Grind.
Check out her Myspace page for more events.
Sunday:
Pharoah’s Den 1st year anniversary
Riverside: The City of Arts And Culture
The city of Riverside is actively developing a cultural plan, which is hoped will improve the quality of life in the city and leverage the economic impact of arts and culture.
The cultural plan addresses seven arts and culture issue areas:
- Branding and marketing Riverside’s arts and culture
- University and college connections
- Fox Performing Arts Theater
- Arts and Cultural festivals and events
- Arts education (K – 12)
- Funding and resources
- City Hall: Organizational Structure to Advance Arts and Culture
The things I’m personally most excited about is bringing back Downtown Wednesday Nights this summer and starting something called the Downtown Street Jam, to be held the second Saturday of every month, beginning in soon. Voodoo Glow Skulls will be performing April 11th.
Go Riverside!
Inland Idol is Back
The children’s singing competition is back for another year. Last year 500+ children tried out for a chance to win prizes such as professional recording and photography and performance opportunities. Does your kid have talent? The first audition is March 7th in Corona. Registration is $35 and the contestants should have a 30 to 60 second segment of a song to sing acapella. Song choices must be “family/age appropriate” and cannot contain bad language. According to the posted rules, songs can be any genre except rap.
Corona: 10 a.m. March 7, The Promenade Shops at Dos Lagos, 2780 Cabot Drive
Temecula: 10 a.m. March 14, The Promenade in Temecula, 40820 Winchester Road
Chino Hills: 10 a.m. March 28, The Shoppes at Chino Hills, 13920 City Center Drive
Humanity @ Riverside Municipal Auditiorium 1.19.09
I got a bulletin from DJ Aaron Blade, announcing Humanity, coming to the Municipal Auditiorium in two Sundays. Sunday night? Yeah, it works when the next day is a holiday. Here’s the flyer:
More to come.
Jessica Simpson Loves The I.E.
Jessica Simpson singing at San Manuel Bingo and Casino, originally uploaded by emmisgossip.
Last month, Jess debuted her country album to the Inland Empire when she appeared at San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino. Today, she was at Patriot High School in Jurupa after the school won a contest sponsored by local country station KFROG and the U.S. Army. Patriot students sent 5,067 texts to win her appearance.
Where will Jess show up next? My bets are on Pepitos or InCahoots.
Stuff To Do This Weekend: 9.26 – 9.28
Friday, 9.26:
Tonight is the first of the Presidential Debates. Can’t wait to watch!
Saturday, 9.27:
Ralph Nader will be speaking briefly at a “No War on Iran” peace vigil in Fairmount Park from 11 am to noon. Nader is the presidential candidate of the Peace and Freedom party. I might go just for pop culture purposes.
Awesome 80’s! End of summer festival at the Ramona Bowl. The bands are The Knack, A Flock of Seagulls, Tommy Tutone and Gene Loves Jezebel. Put on your plaid shorts and pink Polo and check out a totally rad show. Showtime is 7 pm, doors open at 5:30.
Sunday, 9.28:
Cadillac Cats at White Park. Free rockabilly concert from 1:30 – 3:30
This is for J: Dallas Fans welcome at Dave and Busters in Ontario this Sunday.
What else is going on?!
Next weekend:
All those fun Halloween activities begin! Castle DARK has a new creepy ride called the Screamin’ Demon. Boo! Ghostwalk also beckons you!
Something to Look Forward To This Month: FOOD
The Riverside Greater Downtown Fine Dining Group is hosting Riverside Restaurant Week September 14th – 19th. The festivities will kick off with the Overture Gala, a fundraiser for the Arts at the Riverside Art Museum.
Restaurants in the group are:
- Mario’s Place
- Ciao Bella Ristorante
- Mission Inn Restaurant
- Sevilla
- Olio
- Saffron
- Via Veneto Trilussa
- Restaurant Omakase
Another food festival in our area is the annual Jurupa Valley Food Fest, taking place at the Jurupa Spectrum on Limonite (check out more info on the Fest and other local festivals) on September 27th. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased at Albertsons and True Value Hardware (both on Limonite), Riverside County Record News or at the event. There will be 25+ booths, music, auctions and competitions.
Stuff To Do This Weekend: 8.22 – 8.24.08
If you were looking forward to the Inland Empire Jazz Festival this weekend, it looks like it’s been cancelled. From their page:
Please be advised that the Inland Empire Jazz Festival, and related events, will be rescheduled. Please check back with us. We will have updates as soon as possible. We sincerely apologize for all miscommunications regarding our event. We have not set a new date so please disregard all previous information you may have obtained/received. We are in the process of rescheduling our event and will update you as soon as information becomes available.THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.
Friday, August 22:
My choice for the weekend, starting today, is to check out some of the exhibitions at our local museums and events that end this month. A few I’d like to see are at the Riverside Art Museum and the California Museum of Photography. Maybe I’ll have some pictures of the pictures at the museum.
Riley’s Farm in Oak Glen for an 18th century dinner. $17.76 for dinner
Saturday, August 23:
SoCalRocks Battle of the Bands at Angel’s Roadhouse in Yucaipa. I love battles of bands or band battles or whatever.
Check this out..
Escaped Zoo Animals, Spirit Fangs; The Pocket Rockets; What Hands Are For at Pharoah’s Den.
Sunday, August:
Seeking Talent: Open Call Auditions for South Pacific
Open Call Auditions for Rodgers and Hammerstein’s SOUTH PACIFIC at Performance Riverside August 12
Performance Riverside announces open call auditions for professional non-union performers for the upcoming production of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific. The production is directed and choreographed by Roger Castellano and musically directed by Scott T. Smith. Auditions will be held on Tuesday, August 12 at 6:30pm, with callbacks Wednesday, August 13 at 6:30pm at Landis Performing Arts Center on the campus of Riverside City College. Performance pay is available.
Please prepare a song (16 bars) that shows your voice and personality. Have another contrasting song prepared in the event one is requested. An accompanist will be provided. Wear clothes appropriate for moving and dancing. All persons who audition must bring a resume, headshot, and a biography with them. Weeknight and weekend rehearsals begin August 23. Performances are September 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28 at Landis Performing Arts Center. Come prepared to list any conflicts you have with the rehearsal schedule.
The production features award-winning Inland Empire actor/director John LaLonde, last seen at Performance Riverside as Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha, in the role of French planter Emile De Beque…all other roles are open. Casting for the parts of:
Nellie Forbush (Legit mezzo, low A to C, dance, 25-30) – A spunky young nurse from Arkansas. Tomboyish, optimistic.
Lt. Joseph Cable (Tenor E to high G, 25-29) – An extremely handsome and intelligent officer with a bright future in the US Navy.
Luther Billis (Baritone, comic role) A loveable character who provides his fellow marines with much-needed comic relief. Does not respect authority. Enterprising, stubborn. Adores Nellie.
Bloody Mary (Haunting Mezzo, low G to high F, comedic) – Shrewd Polynesian merchant who makes a fortune off the sailors. Mother of Liat.
Liat (Non-singing, age 16-20) – A beautiful Polynesian girl who steals the heart of Joe Cable. Bloody Mary’s daughter.
Ngana & Jerome (Ages 6-12) Emile’s children, sing and speak French.
Henry – Emile’s De Beque’s servant, speaks French.
Capt. George Bracket – Commanding officer on the island. Slightly pompous but not without a soft side.
Cmdr. William Harbison – Bracket’s right hand man. Can be hot-headed, especially when Billis is involved.
Other Speaking roles: “Stewpot” George Watts, Professor, Lt. Buzz Adams, Yeoman Herbert Quale, Radio Operator Bob McCaffrey.
ENSEMBLE – Male and female singing/dancing ensemble consisting of Islanders, Military Personnel and Military Nurses.
Performance Riverside welcomes individuals of any age, race, color, national origin, religion, disability or sexual orientation at all of its auditions. Performances are at the Landis Performing Arts Center on the Riverside City College Campus. For more information, call our audition hotline at (951) 222-8485, or visit www.performanceriverside.org.
Stuff To Do This Weekend: 8.8 – 8.10
Friday, 8.8:
Today is Flickr’s “888: 24 Hours of Flickr“. Take a photo of your day and submit to Flickr’s 888 pool. I will post my submission later this weekend.
Me First and the Gimme Gimmes (punk’s #1 cover band?) are playing at The Glass House in Pomona. Did you know MF&GG is made of music royalty: Swinging Utters, NOFX, Lagwagon, Foo Fighters, Minor Threat, Bad Religion, Face to Face, etc.?
Saturday, 8.9:
Rock the Bells is coming to the Glen Helen Pavillion (formerly Hyundai, formerly something else – you know the place) in Devore. Check out the line up and ticket info.
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