March 2016 Newsletter - Hollywood Arts Council

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March 2016 Newsletter - Hollywood Arts Council
The heARTbeat of Hollywood March 2016
In this issue: 30th Charlie Awards, Hollywood Chamber Orchestra, and Coming Up in Hollywood
This spring marks the 30th anniversary of the Hollywood Arts Council's
annual Charlie Awards, celebrating the arts and culture of Hollywood. Anniversaries are appropriate times for reflection, and opportunities to
consider some of the past accomplishments of our grass‐roots volunteer
organization. Milestones are also convenient times to assess the present
and perhaps most importantly, to create a roadmap for the future.
For almost 40 years, the nonprofit Hollywood Arts Council has been
creating exhibits and festivals, holding arts fairs and hosting community
roundtables. We are funded by a small number of grants but mostly
donations and membership, so we are firmly planted in the community. Without the support of the residents and visitors along with the businesses
and neighborhood organizations of Hollywood, we could not do the work
we do. From painting the pull down doors on Hollywood Boulevard with stars from the Golden Age, to
hanging artistic banners and preserving murals across the city, we have participated in the
revitalization of the area. By commissioning mosaic pathways in the Hollywood & Highland project
and presenting free live concerts in the same venue, promoting photography and music through
shows and events, hosting poetry slams and curating pop‐up galleries, the Hollywood Arts Council
has consistently reinforced the idea that art projects are an important part of the region and the
economy. And of course, by engaging teaching artists to construct free arts workshops to
elementary school children, kids who otherwise lack exposure to a multitude of cultural activities,
the Hollywood Arts Council is investing in the future.
So what do the next 30‐40 years hold? As Hollywood expands around us with cranes and new
developments on seemingly every corner, we are working with developers and local leaders to push
for an arts component in any new project. We are enhancing our position as a coordinating body
for the arts, advising businesses and organizations on how arts can enhance their projects while
serving the public. We continue to connect artists with programs to beautify our city, bringing art
to exciting new venues, partnering with established and emerging clubs, restaurants and retail
establishments, and introducing members to these businesses and in turn providing a new
customer base. Stay tuned for exciting news about the 30th Anniversary of the Charlies and our
upcoming evening gala at the historic Hollywood Palladium: a night of awards and amusements,
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upcoming evening gala at the historic Hollywood Palladium: a night of awards and amusements,
followed by a stylish after party featuring DJs, dancing and special guests. This is our annual
fundraiser and we want to be sure everyone has a great time. So please bring a friend or two and
spread the word: the future of the arts in Hollywood is happening right now! Sincerely, David Warren Board Chair
Hollywood Arts Council Thanks to everyone who joined us for our
Housewarming Party at Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions!
Pictured are HAC members with Board Trustee Patti Negri.
Project SOAR Update
Students are Micheltorena Elementary are currently studying painting and drawing. The kids are
learning about color mixing and creating their own color wheels. They have been painting to music
(mostly jazz) using sound, color mixing, and abstract expressionistic stroke techniques. From that,
they are creating stringed instruments from recycled materials to select music using the same
painting techniques, and will eventually make music using the instruments they've created.
Want to donatate to Project SOAR to help with material costs and artist fees, please CLICK HERE!
The Hollywood Arts Council is proud to announce a new partnership with the Hollywood Chamber
Orchestra. Stay tuned for special offers for Hollywood Arts Council members. Not a current
member? Join or renew here. Find our more about the Hollywood Chamber Orchestra here.
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Orchestra. Stay tuned for special offers for Hollywood Arts Council members. Not a current
member? Join or renew here. Find our more about the Hollywood Chamber Orchestra here.
Join the Hollywood Arts Council at the 5th Annual Hollywood Dance Marathon on April 2nd to call
action to fight pediatric cancer. Dance for a cure at this high energy dance party at the Avalon
Hollywood, featuring non‐stop entertainment, celebrities on the Red Carpet, an awesome silent
auction and more. You can help kids with cancer:
Join the HAC Dancer/Fundraiser Team, and you'll get exclusive access, a Dancer T‐shirt, and
drink specials, plus your own fundraising page
Don't want to be a Dancer/Fundraiser? You can still attend the event. Purchase a General
Admission or VIP Ticket (includes access to VIP lounge with catered food and open bar).
Make a donation. The Hollywood Dance Marathon is produced by Lights Camera Cure, an all‐volunteer charitable
organization based in Hollywood. Their mission is to raise funds and awareness for pediatric cancer
patient support and research. All the info including links to Dancer registration, ticket sales, and
donations at www.LightsCameraCure.com
Coming Up In Hollywood:
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Tongue & Groove presents: Desert Stories After repeated sold out performances in Joshua Tree, where this spoken word event was born,
Desert Stories comes to Los Angeles. Cheryl Montelle, producer and host of the show gathers
storytellers and musicians to tell their desert tale. It's an evening of quirky and odd stories, odes,
songs and poems from the land of endless vistas, weird bugs, unusual plants, wild animals and dry
beauty. Join us for an early Easter evening, grab a drink and be prepared to be entertained. Previous
readers have included Eric Burdon from the Animals, writer Deanne Stillman, Bob Forrest, Ted
Quinn, artist Diane Best, author Josh Kun, and Victoria Williams.
Sunday March 27 6‐7:30 pm
The Hotel Cafe
1623 1/2 No. Cahuenga Blvd.
Hollywood, Ca 90028
$7.00
Opening Reception:
The Deeper the Blue...
Nicole Longnecker Gallery is pleased to announce the first solo exhibition of Los Angeles based abstract artist Todd
Williamson. The opening reception will take place on Saturday, April 9, 2016 starting with an artists talk @ 4:30
and the opening reception from 6‐8 p.m. The exhibition will remain on view through May 14, 2016.
The Fountain Theater Presents
My Mañana Comes
The minimum wage crisis and rights for undocumented workers lie at the center of this fast‐moving,
funny and powerful new play receiving its Los Angeles premiere at the Fountain Theatre. Join four
busboys in the kitchen of an upscale restaurant as they learn the hard way how to deal with extreme
pay cuts that jeopardize their plans and dreams for a better life, their dignity and their friendship.
Expertly juggling delicate entrees and fussy customers, the young men face off with management
and with each other.
Previews: April 13 ‐ 15
Performances: April 16 ‐ June 26
Click here for more information and to purchase tickets.
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Have you checked the perks? Do you have your HAC annual
membership card? Membership now has some terrific perks
and discounts from 18 area supporting businesses including
Amoeba Music, Calle Tacos, Saint Felix Hollywood, and many
more!
Click here to become a member!
Hollywood Arts Council | 323‐462‐2355 | [email protected] |
http://www.hollywoodartscouncil.org
Hollywood Arts Council, P. O. Box 931056, Hollywood, CA 90093
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