http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/ en-us Copyright 2004-2009 Refresh Web Development LLC http://www.HeliosCalendar.com http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=rss Upcoming Event Information From The Alex Theatre http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=128 Jeffrey Kahane conductorIngrid Fliter pianoDamian Montano - Introduction & Scherzo (LACO commission – world premiere)Chopin - Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minorMendelssohn - Symphony No. 3 in A minor, 'Scottish” http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=128 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=165 Glendale Arts is pleased to present THE PEKING ACROBATS®, in a spectacular, awe-inspiring and astonishing evening that is sure to please audiences of all ages.Everything in the historic Alex Theatre is up for grabs as these gifted tumblers, contortionists, jugglers, cyclists, and gymnasts tumble their way across the stage with impeccable timing and brilliant grace.THE PEKING ACROBATS® is a perennial favorite that has played to sold out crowds and are known worldwide for their extraordinary feats of balance, dexterity and precision, rooted in Chinese folk-art traditions and accompanied by a live, Chinese Orchestra ... THE PEKING ACROBATS® pay homage to 2000 years of tradition and present a virtual kaleidoscope of entertainment and wonder.'The Peking Acrobats® regularly passed from the seemingly impossible to the virtually unbelievable.' Los Angeles Times http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=165 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=132 Lucinda Carver: conductor & pianoMaria Jette: sopranoPoulenc:  Sextet for Piano and Wind Quintet, Op. 100Robert Kapilow: Dr. Seuss's Green Eggs and Ham Come along with Sam-I-Am for Kapilow's 'merry, whiz-bang romp through the Dr. Seuss classic...perky theater music, spiky, piquant modernism a la Stravinsky's Petrouchka, silly quotes from pop and classics alike... jazz bits, soul bits, you name it.' (Boston Globe) 'Green Eggs and Ham...brings a tale with a message, through mixtures of music, to people of all ages. ' (The Star-Ledger) Pre-concert activities - drop in anytime from 1 to 2 pmLACO's Instrument Petting ZooIf you will not eat green eggs and ham...will you eat an insect? Come visit some of our creepy crawly friends at the Kidspace booth.Create your own faux plate of green eggs and ham using recycled materials, a dash of glitter, and lots of imagination with Paintbox Kids. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=132 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=189 Come experience talent such as you've never seen before! Farzaneh, a well-known Persian artist, is coming to the Alex Theatre to present a show full of dancing, live music and band, and amazing lighting.Farzaneh will be performing new songs from her fifth album, which will be released at the concert. If you want to experience a real concert, do not miss out - get your tickets now! The concert will be performed in English and Persian. Running time is approximately 3 hours with one intermission, and the performance is suitable for all ages. Photo/Video recording by patrons is not allowed. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=189 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=181 Throughout the year, the historic Alex Theatre opens its doors for free backstage public tours sponsored by Friends of the Alex. This is your opportunity to see the Alex as you have never seen it before!A volunteer guide will provide an overview of the venue's 82-year history, restoration process and current activities and programs. The guide will explain the background of the architecture, sculpture and other art objects that grace the interior and exterior.This will be a walking tour that includes climbing many stairs and each tour is limited to 30 people. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=181 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=108 The Philadelphia Story charming romantic comedy about a bride-to-be, Katharine Hepburn, whose plans are complicated by the simultaneous arrival of her ex-husband, Cary Grant, and a handsome journalist, James Stewart.The film won two Academy Awards, Stewart for Best Actor and Donald Ogden Stewart for Best Adapted Screenplay. It also received four nominations. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=108 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=109 The Philadelphia Story charming romantic comedy about about a bride-to-be, Katharine Hepburn, whose plans are complicated by the simultaneous arrival of her ex-husband, Cary Grant, and a handsome journalist, James Stewart.The film won two Academy Awards, Stewart for Best Actor and Donald Ogden Stewart for Best Adapted Screenplay. It also received four nominations. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=109 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=129 Jeffrey Kahane conductorDavid Shostac fluteCho-Liang Lin violinDavid Shostac - Carmen FantasyLalo Schifrin - Tangos Concertantes (LACO co-commission – US premiere)Haydn - Symphony No. 92 in G major, “Oxford” http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=129 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=116 Music by Burton LaneLyrics by E. Y. HarburgBook by E. Y. Harburg and Fred SaidyOne of the greatest Broadway scores ever, with a strong Irish tinge and echoes of the deep South, FINIAN’S RAINBOW received two awards at the very first Tony ® Awards. Both political satire and romance, the songs are a veritable parade of “hits”, including How Are Things In Glocca Mora, Look to the Rainbow, Old Devil Moon, and When I’m Not Near the Girl I Love. Recently revived to great acclaim Off-Broadway.The artwork for the 2008-2009 season has been created exclusively for MTG by world-renowned artist DAVID EDWARD BRYRD. His work includes the iconic images for such shows as FOLLIES, GODSPELL, SUPERSTAR, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS plus the posters and album covers for such artists as Hendrix, The Dead, The Who, The Stones and the Woodstock Festival. MTG season Posters and Limited Edition prints for each show featuring Mr. Byrd’s art will be on sale throughout the season. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=116 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=176 Lester Horton Dance Award recipient For Festival or Series for 2 consecutive years 2006 & 2007 - Executive Producer Jamie Nichols -will present 9 cutting edge dance companies one night only, promising to inspire and entertain all ages.A coveted event for dance companies, as many have received Lester Horton Dance Award nominations and awards from showing their work in this festival presented by 'impresaria' Jamie Nichols.CELEBRATE DANCE is not just a night of outstanding dance, but a exceptional event for students and school children. Don't miss the exceptional night of dance!Last year CELEBRATE DANCE was SOLD OUT!!Executive Producer Nichols raises her 'barre' again for Los Angeles dance to be presented at its finest CELEBRATE DANCE 2009 with 9 of the hottest Los Angeles dance companies featuring:Deborah Rosen and Dancers bring a world premiere modern work with an exquisite all female cast featuring live original music choreographed by Deborah RosenNationally recognized Keith Johnson and Dancers offer a Los Angeles premiere modern work accompanied by live music that will capture the heart and the senses, choreographed by master teacher/choreographer Keith JohnsonCritically acclaimed Artistic Director/Choreographer, Holly Johnston, named 'One to Look For' by Dance Magazine, brings her brilliant contemporary company Ledges & Bones Dance Project to the Alex for the 1st time in a premiere that will break boundariesThe international breakin' icon Jacob 'Kujo' Lyons' inspiring hybrid Lux Aeterna Dance Company make their 2nd visit to CELEBRATE DANCE with a stunning world premiereBradley Michaud's outrageously daring! Method Contemporary Dance return again to CELEBRATE DANCE to raise the house!Myo Kyo under the direction of former Joffrey Ballet dancer, Josie Walsh, named 'One to Look For' by Dance Magazine, offers her outrageous hybrid blend of: ballet, acrobatic skills, hyper rock and deep spirit in a premiere surely to intrigue with original musicBrash and bold contemporary jazz RhetOracle Dance Company under the direction of Nathan Hodges will give Los Angeles a world premiereEnergetic acclaimed Viver Brasil Dance Company will return to CELEBRATE DANCE with live music in a contemporary work that promises to energized the houseCalifornia Contemporary Ballet offers a stunning athletic duet and mark their Los Angeles debut under the direction of choreographer Erin HoltFor more information about CELEBRATE DANCE please go to www.celebratedance.org http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=176 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=163 In the second program of its 08/09 season, Los Angeles Ballet presents an exciting mixture of repertoire, including two Los Angeles Ballet premieres - George Balanchine's Violin Concerto, with a score by Stravinsky, and Prodigal Son, with a score by Prokofiev - plus a world premiere choreographed by Southern California native Jennifer Backhaus and underwritten by Linda Duttenhaver. Running time is approximately 2 hours 25 minutes with one intermission, and the performance is suitable for all ages. Photo/Video recording by patrons is not allowed. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=163 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=133 Margaret Batjer: leader & violinMayumi Kanagawa: violin Andrew Shulman: cello Kenneth Munday: bassoonVivaldi - Bassoon Concerto in C major, RV 477Vivaldi - Concerto in B-flat major for Violin and Cello, RV 547Vivaldi - Violin Concerto in E major, 'Spring' (from The Four Seasons)Spiders build delicate webs with their silky strings, while composers create beautiful music with the string instruments of the orchestra.  Principals Kenneth Munday and Andrew Shulman join LACO's virtuoso strings for excerpts from two Vivaldi concertos, and budding 14-year-old violinist Mayumi Kanagawa performs the 'Spring' concerto from the Italian master's popular The Four Seasons. pre-concert activities - drop in anytime from 1 to 2 pmLACO's Instrument Petting ZooLook to the sky!  Peer through a telescope and learn about the changing seasons with the Griffith Observatory.Come and see Kidspace's World Famous Spider Show and meet our science expert Silky the Spider.  He'll show you how our arachnid friends build webs out of their silky string. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=133 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=156 Miss Coco Peru hosts our tongue-in-cheek reality / awards show. Choose your designer wear with appropriate accoutrement, follow the Klieg lights and pose on the red carpet. Inside the hall, look for outrageous music and greetings from many celebrities who have performed with GMCLA during its thirty seasons. Surprise guests will dazzle each audience. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=156 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=157 Miss Coco Peru hosts our tongue-in-cheek reality / awards show. Choose your designer wear with appropriate accoutrement, follow the Klieg lights and pose on the red carpet. Inside the hall, look for outrageous music and greetings from many celebrities who have performed with GMCLA during its thirty seasons. Surprise guests will dazzle each audience. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=157 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=158 Miss Coco Peru hosts our tongue-in-cheek reality / awards show. Choose your designer wear with appropriate accoutrement, follow the Klieg lights and pose on the red carpet. Inside the hall, look for outrageous music and greetings from many celebrities who have performed with GMCLA during its thirty seasons. Surprise guests will dazzle each audience. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=158 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=131 Joana Carneiro conductorDavid Fung pianoMozart - Symphony No. 31 in D major “Paris”Rave - Piano Concerto in G majorSchoenberg - Chamber Symphony No. 1 in E majorBeethoven - Symphony No. 1 in C major http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=131 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=117 Book by Terrence McNallyMusic by John Kander; Lyrics by Fred EbbBased on the Novel by Manuel PuigFeaturing a tough, gutsy Kander & Ebb score, this is one of Broadway’s most theatrical musicals. It tells the complex story of the jailed Molina who escapes prison life by imagining he is visited by his favorite B-movie actress in her role as the sinister Spider Woman. Moving between reality and fantasy, Molina discovers love and heroism before the Spider Woman’s final fatal kiss. Winner of six 1993 Tony® Awards, including Best Musical! 15th Anniversary Production.The artwork for the 2008-2009 season has been created exclusively for MTG by world-renowned artist DAVID EDWARD BRYRD. His work includes the iconic images for such shows as FOLLIES, GODSPELL, SUPERSTAR, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS plus the posters and album covers for such artists as Hendrix, The Dead, The Who, The Stones and the Woodstock Festival. MTG season Posters and Limited Edition prints for each show featuring Mr. Byrd’s art will be on sale throughout the season. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=117 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=182 Throughout the year, the historic Alex Theatre opens its doors for free backstage public tours sponsored by Friends of the Alex. This is your opportunity to see the Alex as you have never seen it before!A volunteer guide will provide an overview of the venue's 82-year history, restoration process and current activities and programs. The guide will explain the background of the architecture, sculpture and other art objects that grace the interior and exterior.This will be a walking tour that includes climbing many stairs and each tour is limited to 30 people. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=182 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=191 Producer/Director George Pal scored a major hit with his 1953 version of H. G. Wells science fiction novel WAR OF THE WORLDS. Pal teamed with the best selling British author again in 1960 for the enormously popular M-G-M production of The Time Machine.Rugged Australian actor Rod Taylor became a major star as the time traveler and Yvette Mimieux established herself as a 60's icon with her portrayal of the golden haired Weena.The production won an Academy Award® for Special Effects and stop action animation sequences. M-G-M's veteran Makeup Artist William Tuttle, and Pal himself, created the look of the hideous, subterranean Morlocks who prey on the defenseless Eloi.Running time is approximately 2 hours. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=191 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=192 Producer/Director George Pal scored a major hit with his 1953 version of H. G. Wells science fiction novel WAR OF THE WORLDS. Pal teamed with the best selling British author again in 1960 for the enormously popular M-G-M production of The Time Machine.Rugged Australian actor Rod Taylor became a major star as the time traveler and Yvette Mimieux established herself as a 60's icon with her portrayal of the golden haired Weena.The production won an Academy Award® for Special Effects and stop action animation sequences. M-G-M's veteran Makeup Artist William Tuttle, and Pal himself, created the look of the hideous, subterranean Morlocks who prey on the defenseless Eloi.Running time is approximately 2 hours. http://www.alextheatre.org/calendar/events/index.php?com=detail&eID=192 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0500