February 5, 2012

Eva Peron and Andrew Lloyd Webber Spotted in Temecula! by Amanda Schwarzer

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That’s right, now through October 23rd the Fine Arts Network Theater Company’s presents Evita and last night I had the privilege of attending the dress rehearsal, and talking with both the director Paul Kehler and Evita herself – Erika Czach, for a preview. Director Paul Kehler sat down with me in the green room before the [...]

Temecula Loves Oklahoma!

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I have a confession to make; this past Sunday was the first time I’ve been inside the Old Town Temecula Community Theater.  We all know it’s there.  We see it as we drive by, maybe see a flyer or hear the talk about a production, possibly even think about going but just haven’t taken the [...]

ToT Interview: Jazz Great Warren Hill

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Internationally-loved Contemporary Jazz saxophonist Warren Hill, who has sold over 1 million albums in his 20 year career and has performed with the likes of Chaka Khan, Faith Hill, Clint Black, Brian Culbertson, and John Tesh (among others), is known for his musically-diverse & energetic live shows. In fact, he has two concerts scheduled this [...]

Jazz Fest @ Vail Lake Resort

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  The 7th Annual Temecula Wine and Music Festival will take place on Saturday, April 30th from 11:00am – 6:00pm at the Vail Lake RV Resort. Over 18 musical acts – from Pop to Jazz to R&B – are set to perform along with 10+ wineries offering some of the best wine in California, including [...]

Jim and Jeannie Miley Photo Exhibit @ The Merc

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Press Release provided by Beatriz Barnett from The Merc. Jim and Jeannie Miley are honored that their work was chosen to be displayed at the Gallery at the Merc in Old Town Temecula. The show opens April 15th and will run through May 18th, 2011. This is the second year they have shown their work [...]

TVP Presents “Jesus Christ Superstar”

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The Temecula Valley Players, a non-profit community theatre group that has been performing in the Temecula Valley for over 25 years, will present the spectacular musical Jesus Christ Superstar at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater April 7-24. This rock opera is a 200-year old story set 40-year old music and it still has a [...]

Jazz Thursdays at the Merc!

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The Mercantile is an intimate and rustic space for music and arts in Old Town Temecula, boasting regular jazz performance on Thursday nights. The Merc, located on 42051 Main St., is an historic building, restored as a small, acoustically oriented music venue. Singer Sherry Williams warmly hosts these evenings, inviting the listener to experience with [...]

“13 – The Musical” Rocks!

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As you make your plans for next weekend, make sure you include The Fine Arts Network Production of “13 – The Musical” which is running through January 16th at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater. Expertly directed by J. Scott Lapp, “13 – The Musical” is a witty tale of tween angst and friendship that [...]

Wine and Art

"Il Dono Dela Vita" by Dario Campanile

Let’s talk wine and art! My husband and I were in Hawaii for some R&R several years ago and decided to take in the Thursday night Lahaina art scene. Taking advantage of the free flowing wine, we began to fancy ourselves true connoisseurs of art. Fleeing one gallery, which shall remain nameless, we felt as [...]

Wine Etiquette

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One of the greatest pleasures I discovered many years ago was the beauty and enjoyment of wine tasting. Exploring the various wineries and their distinct personalities, picking up cheese and fruit for our anticipated midday picnic, the thrill of your specially selected purchases, culminating with the heady rush of a memorable day in wine country… [...]