After weeks of preparation, 54-member cast ready to roll out ambitious play for four performances only By Al Stewart After-school activities for a few dozen Arcadia High School students these past few weeks have involved extensive singing, dancing and learning how to deliver something called a “newspaper,” all while perfecting their best old-school New York…
Teens are invited to stop by Arcadia Public Library for monthly drop-in craft programs. On Tuesday, March 10, teens can go big and bright—or delicate and fine—when they make their very own flower crowns. The flower crown program starts at 3:30 p.m. On Tuesday, March 17, teens can enjoy a fun movie matinee and free…
Acclaimed actor Alfred Molina sat down recently with Beacon Media News about his recent starring role on the stage production of “The Father.” Molina has since wrapped-up his role as André, a man dealing with the effects of dementia. For Molina, his character hits close to home: his wife has been dealing with Alzheimer’s since…
By May S. Ruiz Be transported to a fantastical universe when ‘Alice in Wonderland’ goes on stage from March 1 through April 18 at A Noise Within. Adapted by Eva Le Gallienne and Florida Friebus from the beloved Lewis Carroll books ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’ and ‘Through the Looking Glass,’ this production is directed by…
Beethoven’s “Archduke” composition is featured at this year’s Classical Kaleidoscope debut at Arcadia Public Library on Wednesday, March 11, from 7 to 8:15 p.m., in the Cay Mortenson Auditorium. Sponsored by the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library, Paul Stein (violin), Junko Ueno Garret (piano), and David Garrett (cello) will perform this chamber music classic….
Stephen Sondheim’s ‘Passion’ takes center stage at Boston Court Pasadena from March 5 to April 19, 2020. Based on the film ‘Passione d’Amore’ directed by Ettore Scola, after the novel ‘Fosca’ by I.U. Tarchetti, this production is directed by Artistic Director emeritus Michael Michetti. It stars Richard Bermudez as Giorgio, Bryce Charles as Clara, and…
Friday, Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets: $10 (advance), $15 (door) Edi Roque brings his guitar wizardry to Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E. Huntington Drive, on Friday, Feb. 28 at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information, call (626) 447-9349 or visit arcadiabluesclub.com. “Edi Roque is not your run of…
By Brianna Chu A Noise Within (ANW) brings Shakespeare’s romance to its stage in a more condensed and streamlined version of the five-act play, distilling it instead to two acts. Interestingly, director Geoff Elliott has chosen to set the ANW version during Mussolini’s reign, a choice which dictates the costume significantly and also the set…
Every month, a dedicated group of readers meets at the Arcadia Public Library to enjoy a lively discussion about a specially selected book. The Adult Book Discussion Group has been getting together on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 10 am for years to talk about that particular month’s selection, chosen by one of…
The Ben Rice Blues Band embarks on their Spring 2020 Tour, with a local performance at the Arcadia Blues Club, 16 E. Huntington Drive, on Saturday, Feb. 22. Showtime is at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $15 if purchased in advance and $20 at the door. For more information, call (626) 447-9349 or visit arcadiabluesclub.com. Based in Portland, Rice was…
