Downtown Glendale

Philippine Patrons of the Arts Presents Musikahan! with Maestro Ryan Cayabyab
2017-06-25 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
‘Musikahan’ means ‘music-making’ in Filipino, and a trove of local artists and those from abroad will perform OPM (Original Pilipino Music) when Manila and Los Angeles come together in musical celebration!
Reminiscent of the Maestro’s long-running TV show Ryan Ryan Musikahan, stellar performers collaborate with Ryan Cayabyab on the piano and revisit the stages of his career as one of the most prolific and celebrated musical artists the Philippines has produced. Just from the wealth of selections from his ‘eras’ with balladeer Basil Valdez, teen singing group Smokey Mountain, musicals Katy and Rama Hari, one evening won’t be enough! The stage will be filled with voices, young and seasoned, as never witnessed before in a glorious blend of Filipino music and arts.
Current Artist Roster:

The Ryan Cayabyab Singers, exceptional 7-singer performing group of multi-genre artists mentored by the Maestro, with 2 award-winning albums released in the Philippine market
Giselle Tongi, actress/model, TV show host and producer
Annie Nepomuceno, vocalist and music producer
Miguel Vera, singer / actor from the Philippine stage and “Miss Saigon” Manila
Edsel Sotiangco, former child performer now lead vocalist of touring band W3 The Future
Michael Keith, young singer / actor on Nickelodeon TV shows
The Harana Men’s Chorus, prominent vocal ensemble featured in PBS-Socal TV LA Country Arts Holiday Celebration
Los Angeles Young Ambassadors, exciting new Children’s Choir
Josie Gonzalez, Louisa Tampi, and other emerging artists
Artists from FilamARTS PAN (Pilipino Artist Network)

This concert is conceptualized by the same team that staged memorable events “Serenata Filipina” at the Ford Amphitheatre, “OPM Then and Now with Odette Quesada,” and “The Filharmonic at the Plaza Del Sol” at the Valley Performing Arts Center. Please visit www.musicartsevents.com to see our past events.

GF Bayona Productions Presents Sharon Cuneta & Ian Veneracion
2017-06-24 19:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
GF Bayona Productions presents Sharon Cuneta and Ian Veneracion in concert.

TOMS One-Year Anniversary
2017-06-24 13:00 - 17:00 | TOMS, 775 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
Let’s party! Celebrate our store anniversary on The Green. Enjoy DJ tunes, customizations by B. Street Shoes, snow cones and more!

Glendale Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala 2017
2017-06-23 18:00 - 22:00 | Plaza at 801, 801 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States

Glendale Chamber of Commerce "A Night of Magic Under the Stars" Gala 2017
2017-06-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Plaza at 801, 801 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
The Glendale Chamber of Commerce is delighted to invite you to the premiere event of the year – a Night of Magic – our 2017 Gala to be held on Friday, June 23, at The Plaza at 801 N. Brand Blvd., where you will enjoy the excitement of Music and Magic under the stars.
The Walt Disney Company is the title sponsor of this elegant affair, so you know it will be a night to remember. Awaiting you is a moonlit night accented with elegant décor, delectable cuisine, amazing entertainment, and a spectacular silent auction. Plus, we will unveil the Chamber’s 2017-18 Officers and Board of Directors, led by Incoming Chair of the Board, Greg Tan. With all of this excitement waiting, you will not want to miss this event!

Barnes & Noble Storytime
2017-06-22 19:00, 2017-06-15 19:00, 2017-06-08 19:00, 2017-06-01 19:00 | Barnes & Noble, 210 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
Join Barnes & Noble as they read a delightful variety of children’s books. (4+ years old) Thursdays, 7pm
June 1-September 1, 2017

Yoga on the Green
2017-06-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-06-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-06-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-06-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-05-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-05-18 11:00 - 12:00 | The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
Join us for Yoga on The Green classes at The Americana at Brand on Thursdays from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.!
Classes are free and open to the public.
Meet on The Green.

Kids Yoga on the Green
2017-06-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-06-14 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-06-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-05-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-05-24 11:00 - 12:00 | The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA, 91210, United States
Please join us for a fun filled Kids Yoga class on The Green with Heather Mendoza. Recommended for 3-6 year olds, but parents are always welcome to join in on the fun!
Wednesdays, 11-11:45 a.m.

Los Angeles Ballet Academy Presents Mixed Show 25th Anniversary Gala
2017-06-04 14:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Celebrate the exciting diversity of dance! From jazz to contemporary, Hip Hop to tap, you’ll experience the sheer joy of dance entertainment in Los Angeles Ballet Academy’s 25th Anniversary Gala MIXED SHOW. Come early to view the Silent Auction and purchase a flower or two for your dancer.

Los Angeles Ballet Academy Presents 25th Anniversary Ballet Gala
2017-06-03 19:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join us for a superb Ballet Gala and celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the award-winning Los Angeles Ballet Academy. See the stars of tomorrow display their artistry and technique for you today. Come early to view the Silent Auction and purchase a flower or two for your dancer.

Los Angeles Ballet Academy Presents Let's Dance! 25th Anniversary
2017-06-03 14:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Join in a celebration of our youngest dancers as part of Los Angeles Ballet Academy’s 25th Anniversary. Let them dance their way into your hearts with an unforgettably adorable performance. LABA’s youngest performing team also dances for your enjoyment.
Come early to view the Silent Auction and purchase a flower or two for your dancer.

Regus Ribbon Cutting
2017-05-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Regus 201 North Brand Blvd, 201 N. Brand Blvd. Suite 200, Glendale, CA, 91203, United States

Kyle Cease Presents Evolving Out Loud
2017-05-27 10:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
A 2-day event that will pull you out of your fear into a world of endless creativity.
Saturday, May 27, 2017:
8:30 AM – Registration
10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 28, 2017:
10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
*USE SAME TICKET FOR ENTRY BOTH DAYS*
You will be required to show your Saturday ticket for entry to the Sunday session.
TICKET PRICE
$199 + Fees – 03/06/17 through 03/20/17
$299 + Fees – 03/21/17 through 04/20/17
$399 + Fees – 04/21/17 through 05/20/17
$499 + Fees – 05/21/17 on
[See below for information regarding Discounted Pricing and ADA Accessibility]
Combining the art of stand-up comedy and transformation, Comedy Central headliner Kyle Cease uses his 25 years of performing, creating and letting go of what other people think to help his audience move past their old stories and into a new vision of what is possible in their lives.
Evolving Out Loud is a powerful event designed to help you release your old conditioned patterns of fear and strategy and tap into your natural flow state of creativity and unlimited possibilities. At this event you will discover amazing and unique things about yourself that have been hiding just beneath the surface.
This is not motivation. This is not inspiration. This is TRUE transformation.

Merrill Lynch Ribbon Cutting
2017-05-24 16:30 | Merrill Lynch Glendale, 505 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States

Glendale Youth Orchestra Presents 2017 Concerto Winners
2017-05-21 19:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Brad Keimach, Conductor
MENDELSSOHN – Violin Concerto, 3rd movement
Liyi Lavinia Chen, violin (Elizabeth Mandell Music Institute)
KABALEVSKY – Piano Concerto No. 3, 1st movement
Andrew Gong, piano (Harvard-Westlake School)
GERSHWIN – I Got Rhythm Variations
Caleb Cheung, piano (Maranatha High School)
BRUCH – Violin Concerto in g minor, 1st movement
Jaimie Yoon, violin (Crescenta Valley High School)
BEETHOVEN – Symphony No. 9, 1st movement

Alex Theatre Backstage Tour
2017-05-21 11:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Take a free backstage tour of the Alex Theatre for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the historic venue as you have never seen it before!
The tour is led by a guide who will conduct an overview of the landmark’s 91-year history, from its inception as a vaudeville house and movie palace in 1925 to its transformation to a world-class performing arts and entertainment center in the 1990s and more recently, the backstage expansion of 2014 and current programs and activities.
Participants will also have the chance to see sound and lighting demos and explore and learn about the facility’s interior and exterior architecture, in addition to the sculptures and art and antique objects that adorn the venue.
This two-hour walking tour includes climbing stairs and is not recommended for young children. There is no elevator access to the Terrace and Balcony levels.
Each tour is limited to 20 people.
For more information or to reserve a spot, call 818-243-2611 x15 or email avaughn@glendalearts.org

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Presents Kahane Plays Mozart
2017-05-20 20:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Firsts and a fond farewell: Kahane opens the concert with a new work by Christopher Cerrone, composer of the opera Invisible Cities premiered at Union Station, and closes with LACO’s first-ever Orchestral Series performance of Schubert’s final symphony. At the heart of the evening is a signature experience of the Kahane era: Jeffrey conducting Mozart from the keyboard. For his farewell, Kahane has chosen Mozart’s final piano concerto. No doubt, he will again let ‘Mozart’s shimmering cascading phrases convey the emotion’ (Omaha World-Herald ). Be there!
Program includes:
Jeffrey Kahane, conductor & piano
CHRISTOPHERE CERRONE – LACO commission (world premiere)
MOZART – Piano Concerto No. 27
SCHUBERT – Symphony No. 9, ‘The Great C-major’

Center for Inquiry Presents An Evening with Richard Dawkins
2017-05-18 19:00 | Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA, 91203, United States
Richard Dawkins, world-renowned evolutionary biologist and best-selling author, will be in conversation to discuss science, secularism, and current events. The on-stage conversation will be followed by a Q&A and a book signing.
Richard Dawkins was the Charles Simonyi Professor of the Public Understanding of Science at Oxford University from 1995-2008. He is an international best-selling author. Among his books are The Ancestor’s Tale, The Selfish Gene, The Blind Watchmaker, Climbing Mount Improbable, Unweaving the Rainbow, A Devil’s Chaplain, The God Delusion, The Greatest Show on Earth, The Magic of Reality, and An Appetite for Wonder. His most recent book, A Brief Candle in the Dark, is the second part of his autobiography. Dawkins is a Fellow of the Royal Society and of the Royal Society of Literature. His around-the-world speaking tour is the focus of the recent documentary The Unbelievers, which also features appearances by Woody Allen, Stephen Colbert, Cameron Diaz, Ian McEwan, Ricky Gervais, Stephen Hawking, Eddie Izzard, Bill Pullman, and Sarah Silverman.
VIP tickets include Reserved Seating and a Pre-show catered Reception and Meet & Greet with Richard Dawkins. VIP tickets are limited to fifty [50], so don’t wait to reserve your VIP spot!
