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April is Jazz Appreciation Month, and to celebrate, AFM Local 47 is launching our first-annual Jazz Festival! Day 2 of our three-day inaugural concert series takes place Sunday, April 16 in our Captain Greg Welch Gathering Place, 3220 Winona Avenue, Burbank CA 91504. FREE admission! DAY 2 LINEUP: 1pm Saturday Night Bath 2pm Susie Hansen … read more »

BACKSTORY a bi-monthly evening of true stories, poetry and flights of fancy. Using the title of a classic stage play or movie as inspiration, storytellers and poets write poems and stories to be read aloud. Writers may pen a personal story inspired by the themes of the play. They may write in the voice of … read more »

Mingle with fellow art and film enthusiasts at Burbank's newest retro video emporium, Be Kind Video! Featuring a live figure model, music and the 1993 film favorite, Jurassic Park. No drawing experience required! All you need is a pencil and paper, BYO or use ours. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors Open … read more »

Art on the Rocks women's art fair! Many joyful items to shop! Dozens of craftswomen and artists!

Jam Creatives is having another storytelling show coming to The Colony Theatre on June 11! Submissions are being accepted NOW through April 23, so start writing your stories about your dads or being a dad and consider being part of MANECDOTES. More info is here: https://www.jamcreativestories.com/

AfroAnimation 3.0 is a 2-day in-person and virtual Summit in Burbank, California, that has grown to 4,900 creative and industry executive attendees as of 2022. AfroAnimation is a platform dedicated to empowering creatives, creating employment pathways and increasing diverse and women representation in the animation industry. We do this by connecting creators of color from … read more »

Under the direction of Dr. Mikhail Shtangrud, the singers will perform an all-embracing program of choral masterpieces spanning classical, world, pop, and gospel genres. This concert will take you on a journey across continents and cultures, from the rolling hills of Ireland to the sun-kissed beaches of Brazil, showcasing the universal language of music that … read more »

Attention Artistic High School Seniors (and their parents)! The Burbank Art Association is excited to offer two $500 scholarships this year to Burbank seniors who are planning to continue their studies of visual arts (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, design, printmaking, etc.) in college. The deadline is Sunday, April 30, 2023. The application requires 5-10 images … read more »

Opening Event - May 6, 6pm to 8:30pm Matthew Cramer, born and raised in Cleveland Ohio, set up his current garage studio shortly after moving to Burbank with his wife and teenage son in 2017. He has been making art and music consistently for a long time. In addition, he is a graphic design teacher … read more »

Sing songs from roles you wouldn’t normally be cast in at our Miscast May Piano Nite at @nitecapla! Piano Nite is a night for the community to come together and meet fellow musical theatre lovers! Bring your sheet music, tip money & come prepared to sing like there's no tomorrow!

Join us in celebrating our talented Woodbury fashion design students as we showcase their spectacular collections in our 58th Annual Runway Benefit. Tickets https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-woodbury-university-fashion-show-tickets-601849687617

Be Kind Video - Staff Picks A Night of Standup Comedy https://www.eventbrite.com/e/staff-picks-comedy-at-be-kind-video-tickets-617924698407 WITH APARNA NANCHERLA (BOJACK HORSEMAN AND THE GREAT NORTH) JARED GOLDSTEIN (COMEDY CENTRAL) VALERIE TOSI (CONAN) & JEFF MAY (JEFE MAY HAS COOL FRIENDS PODCAST)

Featuring poetry from Alis Kaplandjyan & performances from Christine Hovan & Diana Davtyan at Lusanet Collective

Phase 7 of the BurbankArts Electrical Box Beautification Project is open for artists and sponsors! Details are available here https://burbankarts.com/projects/ for the NINE boxes that will add color to HOLLYWOOD WAY leading to the airport with the appropriate theme - SOARING! INTERESTED ARTISTS - Deadline June 9 https://burbankarts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/2023-Burbank-Arts-Beautification-Program-Application.pdf Stipend for selected artists - $1250 INTERESTED … read more »

Presented by Conundrum Join Seymour and the gang down on skid row for a bloody good time Performances at the Victory theatre: May 19th at 8pm May 20th at 2pm & 8pm May 21st at 2pm Tickets - https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/conundrum-theatre-company/6429c970c29c330e3ed49dc2/tickets

ART EXHIBITION BY RILEY GOGERTY - Sat, May 20 https://www.itsmyseat.com/events/109847.html The Colony Theatre presents the work of 10-year-old artist and entrepreneur, Riley Gogerty, debuting his collection of over 50 painted canvases. Admission is free. Drinks and snacks will be available for sale.

Arts and Music in Schools presents LAUNCH: The Promise of Prop 28 Mon, May 22, 2023 11:30am -1:00pm @ The Music Center 135 N Grand Ave, LA 90012 & On LiveStream RSVP - https://www.artsandmusicinschools.org/events/launch-arts-and-music-in-schools Special guests include Tony Thurmond, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Austin Beutner, Author of Prop 28 David Goldberg, Pres-elect of California … read more »

Memorial Day commemorates and honors service members who have lost their lives while in military service. Please join us on Monday, May 29, 11:00AM at the McCambridge War Memorial for a special tribute that includes ◾ A pre-ceremony concert begins at 10:15 AM. ◾ Ceremony of the Rose ◾ Condor Squadron Flyover, sponsored by Cusumano … read more »

GALLERY 839 SHOWCASES THE ART OF MO MCMASTERS Gender Designation and the Malleability of Reality Anchor Exhibit Presented by The Animation Guild Animation storyboard artist and illustrator Mo McMasters legally acquired a new name and gender designation during the course of creating art for “Take a Shot Every Time I Say ‘Liminal.’” This exploratory show … read more »

Join us for the annual Downtown Burbank Arts Festival this June. Featuring 180+ local, hand-selected artisans, shoppers can expect to find trendsetting indie goods including visual art and photography, original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, innovative home decor and housewares, food, and much more. Dates: June 3rd & 4th, 2023 Location: San Fernando Blvd … read more »

In the 1970s, Sammy Pace was one of the premier fighters on the tournament circuit. A member of the Black Karate Federation (BKF), Sammy tore up the competition and won championship after championship. But Sammy had another passion as well, art. Through the years, Sammy became known as one of the most-after artists in the … read more »