February 8, 2012

ANNIE Comes to Temecula

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When you think back to your childhood, was there one musical that really stuck out at you?  Was there one play that you memorized the words to, the songs to?  If so, what was that one artistic piece for you?  For me, it was and is “Annie,” the story of a little girl living in [...]

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 [...]

Menifee hosts Music for a Good Cause

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The mild metropolis of Menifee came alive on Sunday when the Menifee Woman’s Club hosted a star studded lineup at Webb Hall in what the old timers still consider “Sun City”.  Robbie Motter and her team of volunteers orchestrated theevent that benefitted the less fortunate citizens of the community.  The $6.00 donation plus one non-perishable [...]

“This Show is a Beauty” – By Angie Meyer

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Once again the Temecula’s Youth Musical Theater engaged audiences with a stunning performance. This summer it was Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr., a wonderful adaptation of the popular Disney cartoon and Broadway hit. My three and a half year old son and I had our Second Annual Mommy-Son Theater Date to enjoy it. Live [...]

Shakespeare in the Vines – Come Out and “Play”

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Shakespeare in the Vines returns for an outstanding series of outdoor performances at Stuart Cellars beginning Thursday, July 7th. The winery is sponsoring the SITV troupe for the first time this year. I attended a performance of A Midsummer’s Nights Dream a few years ago at Frangipani Winery with my teenage son. I was surprised [...]

Western Days in Old Town!

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Old Town Temecula’s Western Days will take place May 21st & 22nd, 2011 and shall include old west skits, high noon shootouts, western music, a working blacksmith, calf roping lessons pony rides, stage coach rides, and a variety of costumed characters. Join the cast from the Temecula Gunfighters, numerous visiting gun fighting clubs, and other [...]

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 [...]

Fallbrook Players Presents “Jesus Christ Superstar”

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Already seen and loved by thousands, donʼt miss the opportunity to introduce a new generation to this exhilarating and significant piece of musical theatre, Jesus Christ Superstar – the original “rock opera.” Directed by J. Scott Lapp, Jesus Christ Superstar will run March 25 through April 10 at The Mission Theatre in Fallbrook, California. Tickets [...]

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 [...]