How to resolve AdBlock issue? Sculptor and painter share 'Inspiration and Influence'
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- Published: Friday, 06 March 2020 12:00
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"EC3d" by Duane Dammeyer, 2019, marble.
Ventura stone sculptor Duane Dammeyer (former longtime Ojai resident) and Ventura abstract painter Rima Muna hope their upcoming exhibition, “Inspiration and Influence,” at the Santa Paula Art Museum will serve visitors as a space for reflection and renewal.
Ojai Mardi Gras fantasies fulfilled
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- Published: Friday, 06 March 2020 11:57
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Ojai Mardi Gras is celebrated Feb. 29 at the Ojai Woman’s Club. The theme of this year’s annual event was “Naughty Gras … Leap into your Fantasy.” This year, the extravaganza collected donations for OjaiCARES to help care for local cancer patients in Ojai.
Timeless 'Harvey' to take center stage
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- Published: Friday, 28 February 2020 11:00
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“Harvey” co-directors Craig Anderson, left, and Richard Camp.
By Adanna Moriarty, Special to the Ojai Valley News
In early January, accomplished co-directors Craig Anderson and Richard Camp sat down for breakfast to discuss “Harvey.” In a bustling Ojai café, they ruminated over this rendition of the play and how they would make it a genuinely creative process that would result in a vibrant, exciting new take on this theatrical classic.
Find the bunnies and win two tickets to 'Harvey'!
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- Published: Friday, 28 February 2020 10:58
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This is what the winning bunnies look like.
Have you seen the dapper rabbits popping up all over Ojai? Be the first to spot all 10 fellows and win two tickets to “Harvey”, opening March 27 at the Matilija Auditorium for two weekends.
Be the first person to visit OjaiTheater.org, click on the blue rabbit head, fill out the entry form with all 10 locations and win! Hop to it!
'Legally Blonde' to open March 5
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- Published: Friday, 28 February 2020 10:55
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Sorority members learn Elle might get engaged.
By John Hankins, Special to the Ojai Valley News
“Legally Blonde” opens Thursday, March 5, at Ojai’s Matilija Auditorium where you’ll enjoy a five-way experience: It’s a musical, a comedy, a dancer’s delight and a heartfelt romance with a serious outcome.
Now that’s entertainment.
Nordhoff's 'Legally Blonde' sparkles with veteran crew
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- Published: Friday, 21 February 2020 11:22
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Leading lady Elle Woods (Sophie Massey) is true to herself, no matter the stereotypes people hang on her in the fun romantic musical “Legally Blonde.”
John Hankins, Special to the Ojai Valley News
As we prepare to see the romantic musical comedy “Legally Blonde” March 5 to 15 at the Matilija Auditorium, let’s be clear, there are no dumb blonde jokes, but, sadly, blonde stereotypes persist in today’s culture.
'Revolutionists' storm S.P. stage
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- Published: Friday, 21 February 2020 11:17
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From left, Rosie Gordon, Sarah Broughton, Aileen-Marie Scott, Juliana Acosta perform in “The Revolutionists.”
Santa Paula Theater Center’s production of Lauren Gunderson’s drama about turmoil during the Reign of Terror in France, and how four distinctive women deal with it, on stage at 125 S. Seventh St., Santa Paula, through March 15. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Tickets $24, seniors, and students $22. www.santapaulatheatercenter.org, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 805-525-4645. Not recommended for audiences under 16.
Rita Moran, Theater critic
Santa Paula Theater Center sweeps into its 35th season with “The Revolutionists,” a comedy-drama that showcases four women from Paris’s Reign of Terror era whose names and presence capture a volatility that made its mark then, and continues to do so on contemporary stages.
Mardi Gras kicks off Feb. 29
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- Published: Friday, 21 February 2020 11:10
On Saturday, Feb. 29, the Ojai Mardi Gras returns to the Ojai Woman’s Club in downtown Ojai to celebrate its 30th a Masquerade Ball.
The theme this year is "Naughty Gras...Leap into your Fantasy."
Utility-box canvas awaits
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- Published: Friday, 21 February 2020 11:07
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Utility boxes in Ojai await transformation.
The city of Ojai Arts Commission announces the Paint Box Project, a project open to Ojai Valley artists.
Utility box art is a form of street art in which public utility boxes are painted to provide visual interest and vibrancy, to celebrate public art as something of intrinsic value to our community, and to deter vandalism.
Free Friday concert at park
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- Published: Friday, 21 February 2020 11:02
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Elisabeth McCullough is one of tonight’s performers.
Free concert downtown at Libbey Park’s Fountain Plaza of six local young talented performers supporting our downtown Ojai's Third Friday activities Friday, Feb. 21, at 5 p.m.
Love lingers at OAC
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- Published: Friday, 21 February 2020 10:57
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Shahastra Levy jewelry exhibit.
Maureen Volland, Special to the Ojai Valley News
Valentine’s Day may be over, but hearts and love abound at Ojai Art Center’s exhibit of Shahastra jewelry. Each piece is created using an eclectic mix of vintage beads and gems.