Danville Arts Fall 2012

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Alamo Danville Artists’ Society

The Alamo-Danville Artists’ Society, founded in 1977, is a non-profit organization, providing monetary contribution in support of art programs in the schools of the San Ramon Valley School District.

Membership includes artists and patrons who appreciate the visual arts. ADAS regularly hosts distinguished and nationally known guest artists at the monthly meetings, held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month (except July and August) at 7:30 pm at the Alamo Women’s Club, 1401 Danville Boulevard, Alamo. Everyone is welcome to attend. Our membership currently consists of 225 professional and non-professional artists of all levels, including non-artists as well.

ADAS activities in the community include the Primavera Spring Art Show—an annual juried event, Art in the Park—an outdoor art show, Blackhawk Gallery—a venue where local professional artists can exhibit and sell their works, the Rotating Gallery—rotating exhibits in local shops and restaurants, the ADAS Newsletter—featuring upcoming events and member news.

Artists who sell their work at Art in the Park, Primavera, Blackhawk Gallery, Rotating Gallery, and in other art exhibits voluntarily donate a percentage of the sale of their artwork from ADAS sponsored activities to our Art for the Schools fund. Additional funds come from patrons of the arts and community retailer’s support and donations. The money in this fund is used to provide cash grants to our local schools, to be used to supplement their art programs.

EVENTS Art in the Park October 6–7, 2012 Holiday Party and Grants to San Ramon Valley Unified School District Art Programs December 11, 2012 Primavera Annual ADAS Spring Art Show Spring 2013

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The Danville Children’s Musical Theater, produced and directed by Pam Greenan, has been presenting terrific shows to the audiences of the San Ramon Valley for 21 years.

This group is the oldest, largest and most professional of the children’s acting ensembles in the San Ramon Valley. Danville Children’s Musical Theater is a California non-profit corporation, dedicated to enriching the lives of young people by providing a vehicle for them to perform in the Musical Theater. Its two-production season is co-sponsored by the Town of Danville.

Young people ages 10–16, inclusive, are invited to audition.

Casting is by audition only. There is a participation fee.

Purchase tickets online at: www.villagetheatreshows.com or call (925) 314-3400 Fall Show: Regional Premiere

Disney’s

“The Little Mermaid, Jr.” Performances: November 15–November 24, 2012 Fridays, 7:30 pm • Saturdays, 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm Friday, November 23 matinee performance at 2:00 pm School Performances: Thursday, November 15, 2012 Auditions: Wednesday, August 29, 2012, 4:00–6:00 pm Town Meeting Hall (next to Village Theater) Rehearsals: Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00–6:00 September–November

Tickets: $8 (Children up to age 18)

$10 (Adults) It’s a bargain for live entertainment!

Contact the Village Theatre Box Office at www.villagetheatreshows.com or at Danville Community Center, 420 Front Street, 8:30 am–5:00 pm Monday–Friday, or call (925) 314-3400.

For more details, visit the Danville Children’s Musical Theater website at www.danvillechildrensmusicaltheater.com or email Pam Greenan at pamelagreenan@yahoo.com.

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Spring Show:

“PIRATES OF PENZANCE” Performances: April 4–April 13, 2013 at the Village Theatre Fridays, 7:30 pm • Saturdays, 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm School Performances: Thursday, April 4, 2013 Auditions: January 7, 2013, 4:00–6:00 Town Meeting Hall

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Rehearsals: January 14–March 27, 2013, 4:00–6:00 Town Meeting Hall

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Danville Community Band

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ABOUT THE DANVILLE COMMUNITY BAND The Danville Community Band met for the first time September 20, 2001 under the baton of Danville resident and founder Dr. Lawrence E. Anderson. The band continues into its second decade of musical performance as one of the premier musical groups in the Tri-Valley area, providing exciting and enriching musical entertainment to Danville and nearby communities. The band today is under the direction of Robert Calonico, director of bands at U.C. Berkeley. Dr. Anderson continues with the band as Director-Emeritus, Artistic Director and a participating musician.

The Band’s 80-plus members are dedicated volunteers from Danville and virtually all of the surrounding communities, including from as far as Davis, Modesto, and Vallejo.

They represent many diverse professions, students and retirees, and ages range from teens to 70+.

The band rehearses Monday nights from 7:00–9:00 pm at Community Presbyterian Church in Danville.

If you are interested in visiting the band, please see our website, www.danvilleband.org, for contact information.

2012–2013 Season Sunday, October 21, 3:00 Rossmoor Fall Concert (for Rossmoor residents)

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Sunday, December 9, 3:00 East Bay Fellowship Christmas Concert

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February 2013 Date and Location TBA Dinner Concert Sunday, April 14, 2:00 pm Blackhawk Auto Museum Blackhawk Museum Concert June 2013 Date and Location TBA Season Finale Performance July 4, 2013 Town of Danville Independence Day Parade

In addition to our regular concert schedule, the Band may be available for community celebrations, seasonal/park concerts or holiday events. If you wish to sponsor an unscheduled performance, contact George March, Business Manager, via e-mail at march@danvilleband.org.

Our commitment is to enhance the cultural enrichment of the community and provide the band members with musical growth and increased performance skills, as well as great camaraderie, pride and fun. The Danville Community Band is a member of the Danville Chamber of Commerce and the Association of Concert Bands.

Information about our upcoming performances is available on our website:

www.danvilleband.org

Eugene O’Neill:

close up... and close by Danville was once the home town of Eugene O’Neill, widely regarded as America’s first great playwright. He was the recipient of four Pulitzer Prizes and is the only American playwright to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. He wrote his last six plays—including Long Day’s Journey into Night, The Iceman Cometh and A Moon for the Misbegotten—at his Tao House estate in the rolling hills above Danville. A unit of the National Park Service, the house is a National Historic Site. His legacy continues through a series of programs and special events arranged each year by the Danville-based Eugene O’Neill Foundation, in partnership with the National Park Service.

Celebrating the 75th Birthday of Tao House 13th Annual

Eugene O’Neill Festival

September 7–30, 2012 • Danville, CA Co-sponsored by the Town of Danville Ah, Wilderness!

by Eugene O’Neill The Village Theatre, 233 Front Street September 7–22 Described by O’Neill as the childhood he wished he’d had, the play is a warm-hearted, richly humorous look at life in small town America on the 4th of July, 1906.

Ticket information at www.danvilletheatre.com.

O’Neill’s Danville: 1937–44 The Village Theatre, 233 Front Street September 15, 10:00 am Local historian and former Mayor Beverly Lane will describe “the way we were” when Eugene and Carlotta O’Neill moved to town in 1937. Beverly will provide background on Danville in the thirties, why the O’Neills purchased their property in Las Trampas Hills, and the O’Neills’ relationship with their Danville neighbors.

Learn more about these activities online:

Tao House… Through Artists’ Eyes: Alamo-Danville Artists Society Exhibit The Village Theatre, 233 Front Street August 24–September 22 Artists from the Bay Area will show works inspired by Tao House and the life of Eugene O’Neill. An artists’ reception will be held at the Gallery on August 25, 12:00–3:00 pm.

More information at www.adas4art.org.

A Moon for the Misbegotten

by Eugene O’Neill The Old Barn, Tao House September 27–30 Eugene O’Neill’s last play, written in his study at Tao House, will be performed by the Pear Avenue Theatre Company from Mountain View. It is a tribute to his brother Jamie—one of the four “haunted Tyrones”— vibrating with moonlight, love, betrayal—and truth.

On Friday and Saturday evenings, enjoy cocktails and pre-show box dinner with gourmet desserts on the Tao House grounds.

Presented in collaboration with the National Park Service. For information and tickets, visit www.eugeneoneill.org.

Other Events Playwrights’ Theatre— Plays by O’Neill and works by emerging playwrights are performed on Sundays in May at the Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site. A “winter season” is presented at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley in January.

Student Days—A concentrated learning experience each spring at Tao House for East Bay high school students focused on the theatrical aspects of the visual arts, photography, writing, and drama. Details and applications are available in January for the 2013 program at www.eugeneoneill.org.

O’NEILL STUDIO RETREAT—Under the guidance and direction of professional actors and writers, students gain a deeper knowledge of Eugene O’Neill and then write and dramatize their plays in the Old Barn at Tao House. July 2013 Artist Days—Once in the spring and again in the fall, artists have an opportunity to create at Tao House, bordering Las Trampas open space west of Danville, with a commanding view of the San Ramon Valley and Mt. Diablo.

O’NEILL TOURS—The Eugene O’Neill National Historic Site is open year-round, Wed–Sun, with two tours at 10:00 am and 1:30 pm. Closed Mon–Tue, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Reservations are required: call the National Park Service at (925) 838-0249; calling 1–2 weeks in advance is recommended. Same-day reservations are sometimes available.

O’NEILL LIBRARY—A treasury of books, photos and related O’Neill materials containing the largest archival collection of its type on the West Coast, located at the National Historic Site.

O’Neill Commemorative— A self-guided learning experience about the playwright and his residence in Danville.

Located in Front Street Park, across from the Danville Library. Virtual tour at: www.eugeneoneill.org.

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Role Players Ensemble Theatre

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THE TOWN OF DANVILLE and ROLE PLAYERS ENSEMBLE THEATRE PRESENT the 2012–2013 SEASON

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Role Players Ensemble celebrates its 29th season by committing itself to high-quality professional theatre, continuing to be a center for creative and theatrical activity in the cultural life of the community, as well as an asset to the Town and community members. Artistic Director Eric Fraisher Hayes has chosen “lesser-known” classics this season. Plays you feel you know, and yet there is much that is new. Eugene O”Neill’s heartwarming, Ah, Wilderness!; Arthur Miller’s suspenseful drama, Incident At Vichy; Lisa Loomer’s charming comedy, Expecting Isabel; and the hardboiled melodrama, Requiem for a Heavyweight, by Rod Serling.

The Main stage Season:

The Village Theatre, 233 Front Street, Danville

AH, WILDERNESS!

REQUIEM FOR A HEAVYWEIGHT

By Eugene O’Neill Sept. 7–22, 2012 • Fri/Sat 8:00 pm; Sun 2:00 pm Produced in association with The Eugene O’Neill Foundation, Tao House

By Rod Serling Apr. 26–May 18, 2013 • Fri/Sat 8:00 pm

Described by the Nobel prize-winning playwright as the childhood he wished he had, Ah, Wilderness! is a warm-hearted, richly humorous look at life in small town America. The master of American drama uses all his insights into human relationships and motivations to craft the very real and funny foibles of the Miller family on a supposedly sleepy 4th of July weekend.

INCIDENT AT VICHY

By Arthur Miller Oct. 19–Nov. 10, 2012 • Fri/Sat 8:00 pm; Sun 2:00 pm Thrown into a room with no explanation, a group of strangers grapple with their prejudices, fears and faith in their fellow man. Miller’s thrilling WWII drama is full of incredible suspense and gritty testing of the limits of mankind’s capacity for good and evil.

EXPECTING ISABEL

By Lisa Loomer Jan. 18–Feb. 9, 2013 • Fri/Sat 8:00 pm; Sun 2:00 pm Like many modern couples, Miranda and Nick decide to have a baby. Their difficulties in conceiving lead them through the booming baby business as they run the madcap maze of the fertility trade, the adoption industry and their own families. Lisa Loomer’s frenetic farce is a hilarious yet tender look at what it can take to “have a family” in the 21st century.

Role Players Ensemble Theatre PO Box 304 Danville, CA 94526 (925) 820-1278

Before Rod Serling created The Twilight Zone, he was a very successful writer in the early days of television. This Emmy award-winning drama about a boxer against the ropes of life was a national sensation when it was broadcast live on CBS’s Playhouse 90. Join RPE as we travel back to 1956 and experience the exhilaration of being in the studio audience as a live play is being broadcast to an entire nation. A happening not to be missed!

CONCERTS AND PRESENTATIONS Second Successful Season—Each play this season will be accompanied by a concert celebrating the musical genre with which the play is associated. Role Players will also offer a presentation of the world of each play at the Danville Library prior to the opening of each show.

Buy tickets online: www.villagetheatreshows.com or at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., 8:30 am–5:30 pm, or call (925) 314-3400 SUBSCRIBE NOW AND SAVE: Subscribers have two choices to choose their plays: 4 play season: General $92; Senior $80 (65 & over) 3 play season: General $69; Senior $60 (65 & over) Season subscribers receive substantial savings on single ticket prices, and a free ticket to bring a friend!

Call (925) 820-1278 for details.

TICKET PRICES FOR INDIVIDUAL PLAYS: General $28; Seniors $25 Students (under 18 with ID) $20 Group Rates for 10 or more $15

www.danvilletheatre.com

Village Theatre & Art Gallery Preschool Performance Series

Theatre Performance Workshop

In 2009, the Town of Danville began hosting a series of toplevel entertainers for preschool-aged children. Danville is proud to announce that due to popular demand, this series has been extended to continue year-round! Once a month, children skip into the theatre and dance to Octopretzel, watch in amazement at Zappo the Magician, and see juggling with Dancin Lancin.

Visit villagetheatreshows.com for more information.

All shows at 10:00 am • General Admission: $3 Dates: 8/3, 9/7, 10/5, 11/9, 12/7, 1/18, 2/15, 3/15, 4/12, 5/10, 6/14

Since 2003, the Town of Danville has offered this after-school program for youth ages 7–14 who aspire to be on stage. The creator, script writer, and instructor, Jeff Seaberg, wanted to produce a program that introduced children to the entire process of play production. Working from original scripts, participants enjoy the complete theatre experience from auditions through rehearsals and technical rehearsals, culminating in a one-weekend run on the stage.

For more program information or to register your child, visit www.danville.ca.gov or call (925) 314-3400.

12/13–12/16: A Very Jingle Town Christmas 3/14–3/17: Even More Grannies Bedtime Stories 5/23–5/26: Attack of the Cones

Thursdays @ the VT (All events @ 8:00 pm)

The Town of Danville is pleased to present top-notch entertainment at the Village Theatre. This new program is sure to get you out and about enjoying popular local bands and classic movies. Season packages are available at discounted rates. Visit villagetheatreshows.com for more information.

Musical Series: $10 Presale / $15 Door 8/30, Times 4: A fresh Bay Area blend of modern jazz and urban grooves.

9/20, Drew Harrison: A member of Bay Area Beatles tribute band The Sun Kings, Harrison will perform faithful renditions of Lennon’s music.

10/4, Socket: Alternating currents of funk and jazz, grounded with a filthy smudge of East Bay grease.

Show times for all performances: Thu, 9:30 am (school shows) Fri, 7:00 pm • Sat, 2:00 and 7:00 pm • Sun, 2:00 pm Admission: $8 Children, $10 Adults, $8 Seniors

Trapped in a Rumor

Classic Movie Series: $5 Admission Join us for an evening of fun and films. Great movies at a great price. Bring the whole family and get into the mood by wearing appropriate and inspired costumes. Prizes will be given out to the best costumes. Sure to be a great night out!

11/1: The Birds 11/29: Casablanca 11/15: Raiders of the Lost Ark 12/13: A Christmas Story

The improv troupe, Trapped in a Rumor is back for its 2nd year with the Town of Danville.

Their distinctive style of improv creates a live theatre experience that is never the same twice.

Shows are fast-paced, funny, high-energy and rated PG-13. Scenes are unrehearsed, unpredictable, and often based on audience suggestions.

Through partnership with local charities, Trapped in a Rumor has raised money for the American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Child’s Play, Haiti Relief, Nicholas Colby Fund, Relay for Life, and other local organizations.

In the Gallery...

2012—8:00 pm: 9/13, 10/12, 11/8, 12/1 Admission: $8 Children, $10 Adults, $8 Seniors

James Fortune: A Rock & Roll Portfolio, 1969–1980 September 28–November 9 Opening Reception: September 28, 6:00 pm–10:00 pm See 30 years of rock ‘n’ roll photography by Hall of Fame Photographer, James Fortune.

Legendary images of Robert Plant, Jim Morrison, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton, Michael Jackson and more will be on view and for sale in limited edition prints. Attend the opening reception to meet the artist and have your print autographed! This promises to be an exciting night, complete with libations and live music.

Who Am I? November 15–December 21 Opening Reception: November 15, 6:00–8:00 pm Danville students and faculty showcase their creativity through personal narrative. Curated by Tricia Grame and June Krug.

Gallery Hours: Monday–Tuesday: Appointment Only (925) 314-3460 Wednesday–Friday: 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Saturday: 11:00 am–3:00 pm Closed Sunday

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Young @ Art

Top: James Fortune; Bottom: Self Portrait by Marissa Leatherman

December 6, 3:30 pm–5:00 pm • Barcode: 27319 Budding artists will view the latest gallery exhibit and learn about contemporary art practices in a relaxed and kidfriendly environment. We will discuss the different styles and techniques, ask questions, explore visual art topics and make our own art project related to the theme. All materials included. Registration required and subject to cancellation.

For more information about these programs and future exhibitions, visit www.villagetheatreartgallery.com

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2012 Events Preschool Performance Series Sunshine Vocal Thursdays @ the VT

Ah, Wilderness, presented by RPE Preschool Performance Series Trapped in a Rumor Indian Life Thursdays @ the VT A Moon for the Misbegotten James Fortune: A Rock & Roll Portfolio Indian Life James Fortune: A Rock & Roll Portfolio Thursdays @ the VT Preschool Performance Series Art in the Park Trapped in a Rumor Incident at Vichy Rossmoor Fall Concert

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Christmas Memories Who Am I? Young @ Art Preschool Performance Series Christmas Concert Trapped in a Rumor at the VT Holiday Party and SRVUSD Art Programs Thursdays @ the VT Sunshine Vocal

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January VT Preschool

Performance Series RPE Expecting Isabel VT Trapped in a Rumor February VT Preschool

Performance Series RPE Expecting Isabel VT Trapped in a Rumor DCB Dinner Concert March VT Preschool

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Grannies Bedtime Stories VT Trapped in a Rumor ADAS Primavera Annual

Spring Art Show

April VT Preschool

Performance Series Trapped in a Rumor VT RPE Requiem for a Heavyweight DCMT Pirates of Penzance DCB Blackhawk Concert May VT Preschool

Performance Series Trapped in a Rumor VT VT TPW: Attack of

the Cones RPE Requiem for a Heavyweight June VT Preschool

Performance Series Trapped in a Rumor VT VT Sunshine Vocal DCB Season Finale Performance

Museum of the San Ramon Valley Calendar of Events Baskets: Basic Bold Beautiful August 21–November 3 Wonderful collection of Indian baskets on loan from the Gatekeeper’s Museum in Tahoe City.

Indian Life

Museum Hours Tuesday to Friday 1:00–4:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am–1:00

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205 Railroad Avenue Danville, CA 837-3750

Organizations ADAS Alamo-Danville Artists’ Society DCB Danville Community Band DCMT Danville Children’s Musical Theatre EOF Eugene O’Neill Festival

September 13–November 3 This exhibit displays artifacts, pictures, baskets, and information about the Indians who once lived in the San Ramon Valley.

Christmas Memories November 13–December 29 The tradition continues with this popular exhibit.

Display will include 1890’s Christmas tree, Santa’s Toy Shop, Antique Sleigh, Model Train and more!

CHRISTMAS MEMORIES At the Museum of the San Ramon Valley

November 13–December 29 Trees from bygone days Gingerbread houses • Model train Pooh Corner • Santa’s Workshop Flying Santa & reindeer Open November 23rd at 6:00 pm during the Tree Lighting Ceremony.

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For the latest news of events, exhibits and programs at the Museum, please visit our website at:

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