Pasadena Playhouse District’s Blog

 

Today, enjoy special late gallery hours and a screening of Mobile Suit Gundam: The Movie at Pacific Asia Museum.

 

All galleries, including The Samurai Re-Imagined: From Ukiyo-e to Anime, will be open until the film starts at 8pm.

 

Screened under the stars in the beautiful Courtyard; picnics, blankets and beach chairs welcome!  (In case of inclement weather, screening will be in the Auditorium.)  Presented in a newly remastered format, with Japanese audio and English subtitles.

 

Information: 626.449.2742 or www.pacificasiamuseum.org

SATURDAY, June 20

Vromans, 2 pm  

LAYAPALOOZA Pizza Party!!

What is LAYAPALOOZA? It’s a live game show that tests contestants’ knowledge of young adult and middle grade literature with games GUARANTEED to amaze and amuse.  Join Vroman’s for a pizza party with a whole bunch of your favorite YA authors.
Pizza, games, prizes, and a chance to mix and mingle with your favorite YA author and get books signed!!

Here is a list of the fabulous YA authors who will at Vroman’s:

Lisa Yee   
Kerry Madden   
Cecil Castellucci
Jonathan Bernstein
Michael Reisman
Amy Goldman Koss 
Mark London Williams
Sonya Sones
Jordanna Fraiberg
Ben Esch
Heather Tomlinson
Cherry Cheeva
Sally Nemeth
Alexa Young
Anna Hays
Sasha Watson
Blake Nelson
Cylin Busby
Ron Koertge

This is one fantastic party not to be missed!! Pizza will be provided by Garlic Jim’s in South Pasadena!

Information: www.vromansbookstore.com or call 626.449.5320

 

 

Pasadena Playhouse @ The Carrie Hamilton Theatre, 6 pm

Pasadena Playhouse Community Outreach Program presents Conversation With Regina Taylor

Enjoy an up-close and personal visit with dynamic playwright and actress (CBS’ The Unit) on her celebrated career and passion for writing for the stage.

Moderated by writer/actress/director Iona Morris, Pasadena Playhouse Crowns spokesperson.

 

Free but RSVP require. To RSVP, please email: mktgintern@pasadenaplayhouse.org

Information: www.pasadenaplayhouse.org or 626.356.7529

SUNDAY, June 21  

Pacific Asia Museum, 1 pm

Tibetan Dance Workshop

Dr. Lin Lerner, director of Lingdro Tibetan Ritural Dance Troupes, will teach a beginner’s class based on the dances of Gesar of Ling, a fabled enlightened warrior-king of Tibet.  In this one-day workshop, learn about Gesar’s epic exploits, dance and spirituality in Tibet, and the tradition of dance as a moving meditation.  Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a notebook and markers or colored pencils. 

Museum Members: $15

Non-members, Students and Seniors: $20

Non-members , General Public: $25 

Pre-registration is highly recommended: space is limited!

Information: 626.449.2742 ext. 31 to register.

 

 

 

Boston Court has been given an amazing opportunity from long-time Boston Court supporters. Through the California Community Foundation, Boston Court has received a $10,000 Challenge Grant and the Board of Directors and the staff are meeting this Challenge Grant head on!

Here’s how you can help continue bringing creative, bold and daring entertainment to San Gabriel Valley:

Boston Court wants to get 100 new donors at the $100 level. When they reach that goal, their $10,000 will be doubled to $20,000!

Help Boston Court by becoming a new donor or helping them find new donors at this affordable level of giving.

For more information visit: www.bostoncourt.com/donate.htm

Japon Bistro and Japan Prestige Sake International present Summer Sake Pairing Series 2009 on Wednesday, June 17th at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy sake paired with food samples.

Japon Bistro

927 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena.

Information: 626.744.1751 or www.japonbistro-pasadena.com

 

Vroman’s has been nominated for Best Bookstore in Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Picks Awards! They need your help to win!  Vote for them once a day, every day, from now until July 15 at www.parentsconnect.com/parentspicks.