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Casting Set for ‘King of the Yees’ @ KDT
Center Theatre Group has announced the casting for the world premiere production of “King of the Yees” by Lauren Yee. Directed by Joshua Kahan Brody and produced in association with Goodman Theatre, “King of the Yees” begins previews July 9, opens July 16 and continues through August 6, 2017, at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. The cast includes, in alphabetical order, Rammel Chan, Francis Jue, [...]
E-Waste and Shredding – June 10
Culver City residents and businesses will have the opportunity to safely dispose of their Electronic Waste AND confidential paper files at the Free E-waste Roundup and File Shredding event on June 10, 2017 10am-2pm. It’s easier than ever to make sure your old computers and confidential paper files are safely disposed of in a convenient manner. Drive up, drop off, and drive away! Saturday, [...]
Reading Dad? CCFOL Has the Perfect Father’s Day Gift
Are you looking for a unique and easy gift for Father's Day? Membership or a donation to the Culver City Friends of the Library is a wonderful gift for any book-lover. The recipient of your gift will receive news via email about library events and used book sales, and occasionally we are able to offer free tickets to the Kirk Douglas Theatre. Individual membership rates range from $5 for [...]
Director Benitz Reflects “If All the Sky Were Paper…” Tonight at KDT
John Benitz found the concept so compelling, he had to go with it. "I read about Andrew Carroll in National Geographic about eight years ago and couldn’t shake this idea of some guy risking life and limb to travel around the globe collecting letters written time of war. Being a theatre person, I knew there was a play somewhere in this story. I approached Andy and we began a collaboration that [...]
Culver Citizen’s Police Academy Now Accepting Applications
The Culver City Police Department is currently accepting applications for its Citizen’s Police Academy. The Culver City Police Department Citizen’s Police Academy is designed to educate residents and local citizens on the various aspects of law enforcement. It is for those interested in learning more about how the Culver City Police Department functions and operates. There are many [...]
Culver City Symphony to Offer “Americans, And Music From (the Time of ) Hamilton – June 10
The orchestra has a special relationship with composer William Grant Still: May 11, 1895-Dec. 3, 1978. Still was born in Mississippi, and learned to play the violin, piano, oboe and cello. He studied at the renowned Oberlin School of Music, and received lessons from eminent avant garde composer Edgar Varèse. Varèse respected Still's talents and gave Still the sage advice to write music in his [...]
AVPA Java Gala – June 3
Java Gala IX, our ninth annual benefit and celebration of AVPA, takes place at the Kirk Douglas Theatre TOMORROW, Saturday, June 3, at 8pm. This production is produced in partnership between the AVPA Foundation and the Center Theatre Group. The Reception begins at 7pm! Complimentary dessert and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. There will also be a cash bar. Enjoy live music by the [...]
LA Film Festival Returns to Culver City
The Los Angeles Film Festival is returning to downtown Culver City on Thursday, June 14, 2017 at ArcLight Culver City. Produced by Film Independent, the Festival presents one-of-a-kind events featuring critically acclaimed filmmakers, industry professionals and award-winning talent from Los Angeles and around the world. The Festival’s signature programs include the Filmmaker Retreat, [...]
A Fire Within – Vox Femina’s First Dance Collaboration
A collaboration nearly seven years in the making, this June VOX Femina Los Angeles is proud to partner with choreographer Sarah Swenson, founder of Vox Dance Theatre, for the world premiere performance of Fire Within! Along with dancers Cheryl Banks-Smith, Tamsin Carlson, and Grace Privett-Mendoza, Swenson will provide dance accompaniment to VOX’s rendition of Fire Within Me, a choral [...]
Taste of the Nation – June 11
Share Our Strength will be hosting its annual Taste of the Nation event on Sunday June 11, 2017 from 1 – 4 PM in Media Park. The event brings together top chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists who donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America. The event is sponsored by the City of Culver City and benefits local recipients including L.A. Campaign, California Food Policy [...]
