REVIEW: La Mirada Theatre Kicks Off New Season in 40th Year
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As the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts celebrates its’ 40th anniversary this year, it kicks off the season with the lively, jazz musical Ain’t Misbehavin’, a tribute to the famous musician Thomas “Fats” Waller.
This rendition of the original Tony awarding-winning production in 1978, not only showcases Waller’s great musical talents, but his knack for entertaining the crowd with his great personality.
The cast, Frenchie Davis, Thomas Hobson, Boise Holmes, Natalie Wachen, and Amber Liekhus, flawlessly perform hits such as, “Ain’t Misbehavin’”, “The Joint is Jumping”, “Squeeze me”, “Honeysuckle Rose”, “Black and Blue” and what seemed to be the crowd’s favorite, “Your feet’s too big”.
From beginning to end, the cast captivates the audience with a combination of bold, entrancing vocal performances and comedic duets and interludes. Upon returning from a brief intermission, the audience is able to appreciate the music from the band before the show resumes.
Whether or not you are familiar with Waller’s music, or the swing-jazz era as a whole, this show is guaranteed to keep your feet tapping and shoulders swaying in your seats throughout its entirety. Together, the cast’s performance, stage set, and wardrobe bring the jazz era to life and leave the audience in awe.
This production will be at the La Mirada Theatre until October 8th, so don’t miss out on your chance to see this phenomenal show while you can!
Performances are 7:30pm on Wednesdays & Thursdays; 8pm on Fridays; 2pm and 8pm on Saturdays; 2pm on Sundays. There will be no performance on Saturday, September 16 at 2pm. There will be an Open Captioned performance on Saturday, September 30 at 2pm and an ASL interpreted performance on Saturday, October 7 at 2pm. Tickets range from $20 - $70 and can be purchased at La Mirada Theatre’s website, www.lamiradatheatre.com or by calling the La Mirada Theatre Box Office at (562) 944-9801 or (714) 994-6310. Student, Senior and group discounts are available. $15 Student Tickets available for the first 15 performances of the production.
Coffee With Captain Tatreau Set For September 21st
La Mirada residents and business owners are invited to meet Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Captain Jim Tatreau at Starbucks located at 15220 Rosecrans Avenue on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 a.m. Captain Tatreau serves as the Captain of Norwalk Sheriff’s Station, which serves La Mirada.
“I invite our community members to join us, and share their ideas and concerns,” says Captain Tatreau. “By having this event, we hope to build trust and transparency between the La Mirada Community Sheriff’s Station and local residents and businesses.”
Captain Tatreau will be available to answer questions, provide crime prevention tips, and discuss neighborhood concerns.
For additional information, call the La Mirada Community Sheriff’s Station at (562) 902-2960.
Cub Scouts Expand in La Mirada With New Pack
There’s a new Cub Scout pack in La Mirada and it’s ready for YOU!
Cub Scout Pack 815 recently opened up its’ membership to boys attending Gardenhill, Escalona, and Foster Road Elementary schools. Although not limited to this area, Pack 815 is working alongside the long running pack, Pack 919, in La Mirada to offer their scouting program to more youth in the area.
“Often as parents, we think the only extra-curricular activity our boys have is sports related. But my oldest son wasn’t a big sports lover. He was the kid that loved Legos and building things more so than being part of a competitive team sport,” explained Sandra Green, the new Cubmaster of Pack 815. “I never imagined that by my son joining Cub Scouts he would be exposed to the rich diversity amongst boys his own age but also learn how to take on challenges as an individual and part of a team.”
Green, who was part of Pack 919 for nearly seven years, took on the challenge herself to start a new pack in La Mirada. “I volunteered for years in Pack 919. Whether it was organizing our annual popcorn sales or helping with our Scouting for Food campaign, every aspect of it I loved! A big part of my heart still lies within Pack 919 as so many good friends are still leaders there."
She continued, "Our Cubmaster, Louis Garcia, inspired me to lead and we will continue to help lead our youth at community events. When the opportunity presented itself to start a new pack, I couldn’t pass it up. Pack 919 has over 80 families and we want to continue supporting our local boys so this smaller sized pack seemed the best way to still deliver the scouting program.”
Latest La Mirada Crime Summary
The following is the crime summary as reported by the City of La Mirada for August 7-20, 2017
Notable Arrests-A suspect was arrested for trespassing and drunk in public near Telegraph Rd. and Leffingwell Rd. A suspect was arrested for felony vandalism on the 14500 block of Figueras Rd. Five suspects were arrested throughout La Mirada for various warrants and narcotics violations. A drunk driver was arrested in the early morning hours near Imperial Hwy. and Telegraph Rd. A suspect involved in aggravated assault was arrested without incident at his residence in La Mirada. Three suspects were arrested throughout La Mirada for various warrants and narcotics violations.
Other Structure Burglary-Cash was stolen during an early morning door smash burglary was reported on the 14700 block of Beach Blvd. An overnight burglary of a bicycle was reported on the 13700 block of Biola Ave. Various computer and video equipment was reported stolen during an overnight door smash burglary on the 14700 block of Beach Blvd. A candy dispenser was reported stolen during a daytime burglary on the 12700 block of Valley View Ave.
Vehicle Burglary-A daytime window smash burglary was reported on the 14700 block of Beach Blvd. No items were reported missing from the vehicle. A briefcase was reported stolen during a daytime window smash burglary on the 11900 block of La Mirada Blvd. A wallet and backpack were stolen during a morning burglary on the 13500 block of Brazo Rd. The stolen items were later recovered and the suspect was arrested. Several tools were reported stolen on the 15900 block of Golva Dr. An overnight burglary was reported on the 14400 block of Rosecrans Ave. Paperwork was reported stolen. A wallet and a pocket knife were stolen during an overnight burglary on the 14800 block of Tacuba Dr.
Win Fantastic Prizes at the Scavenger Hunt at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
La Mirada~Enjoy a unique experience and a chance to win some great prizes at the Scavenger Hunt hosted by the Friends of La Mirada Theatre Monday, August 28 at 6:30 p.m.
See the theatre as never before including behind the stage and the Green Room as participants will uncover 15 clues that will lead them to the Grand Prize.
Participants will need to find the answers to the clues and decode the phrase that will tell them where the Grand Prize is located.
The evening will include refreshments, door prizes, food, drawings and celebrity guests including actors, directors, producers, city dignitaries and others.
Participants are encouraged to form a group with a celebrity; the hunt should take about one hour.
Prizes include tickets to Disneyland, Medieval Times, Theatre Tickets, Gift Certificates and much, much more.
The donation for tickets is $15.00 and they are limited. Not recommended for children under 14. Visit the Friends website or call 562-896-3584 for more information
The Friends of the La Mirada Theatre is non-profit, volunteer organization affiliated with the City of La Mirada who work in support of the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts with funds going to support the Theatre, La Mirada’s Phantom Projects and The La Mirada Symphony.
Return of Tony Bennett to Highlight Theatre’s 40th Anniversary Weekend Celebration
La Mirada~The city’s original movie theatre was opened by Stanley-Warner on December 20, 1962 along Luitwieler Avenue (La Mirada Boulevard) with the west coast “Hollywood” premiere of Barrabas starring Anthony Quinn.
For the next 13 years or so the La Mirada theatre was the place where adults, families & kids went to see the latest releases. Teens and others packed the house for Saturday matinees as this writer can personally attest to.
The movie theatre closed on August 19, 1975 a day before the “La Mirada 4” theatre opened at the new, adjacent La Mirada Mall and the City Council approved converting the old movie house to a performing arts theatre.
Two years later, on September 16, 1977, the La Mirada Civic Theatre opened its doors with a premier performance by Tony Bennett and the opening weekend also included an Open House featuring ongoing stage performances viewed by attendees.
Now, forty years later, the La Mirada Theater for the Performing Arts as it is now called, will be re-creating the events of that weekend as part of its 40th anniversary celebration.
It begins on Thursday, October 12 (change of date) at 8:00 p.m. with a gala return performance by the legend himself, the Theater’s original star performer, Tony Bennett.
On Sunday, October 22 from noon to 4:00 p.m. there will be a Open House featuring Phantom Projects, La Mirada Symphony and musical theatre performances who will pay tribute to the Theatre’s tradition of Broadway hits.
In addition, the Theatre will host a fascinating discussion with several key individuals who were part of the building and early days of the Theatre. A behind the scenes tour will also be available.
As part of the celebration, the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts has an exclusive special offer available only to La Mirada residents as a show of gratitude for their support of the Theatre: 50% off all subscriptions to the 2017/18 McCoy/Rigby series at the theatre!
The upcoming season features five incredible shows including South Pacific, Cabaret, Disney’s Newsies, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and End of the Rainbow.
Tickets to the October 12th Tony Bennett performance go on sale to La Mirada residents and theatre subscribers only on August 21-23 (CODE: GoldTony2) with tickets going on sale to the general public September 1st.
For more information on the 40th anniversary celebration or other exclusive special offers visit the theatre website or call the theatre box office at (562) 944-9801. Purchase tickets in person at the box office weekdays between 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m and Saturdays Noon to 7:00 p.m.
UFC to Host Taste of La Mirada/Farmers Market August 31st
La Mirada~ Join the UFC GYM La Mirada for the Taste of La Mirada Food & Fitness Event Thursday, August 31st from 4:00pm-9:00pm.
Various restaurants and food vendors from the greater La Mirada area will be converging on the UFC parking lot which will also feature a La Mirada Farmers Market.
Prizes will be raffled off including a 48” television and autographed boxing gloves.
There will be music, entertainment, fitness, games and more.
UFC will also be offering free guest workouts to the community from August 18th to August 31st.
Local restaurants or food trucks interested in participating may contact James at james.white@ufcgym.com.
UFC Gym La Mirada is located at 14000 La Mirada Boulevard, adjacent to the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.
Latest La Mirada News and Ticker
Splash! and Armada Host Sectional Championships
The 2017 California-Nevada Speedo La Mirada Sectionals will be held at Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatic Center July 20-23.
Members from the Central California, Pacific, Southern California, San Diego/Imperial and Sierra Nevada Swimming are eligible.
You can get more information here and see live coverage of the event here.
The event is hosted by La Mirada Armada Swimming.
OTHER SWIMMING NEWS: La Mirada’s Catherine Sanchez finished tied for second in the women’s 100 fly with a time of 1:00.59 at the Los Angeles Swimming Invitational Sunday, July 16th.
Throw a Party and Support the VFW
The La Mirada VFW Post 9148 banquet room is available to rent for your next large gathering-including now on Friday’s.
Contact Robin or Gloria at (562) 943-0105 for more details.
La Mirada Connection
The Los Angeles Times is reporting former Obama administration employee Sam Jammal is running in Orange County's 39th Congressional District, saying his immigrant background is representative of its constituents.
Jammal, 35, of Fullerton, was raised in La Mirada by a Colombian mother and Jordanian father. The district has a heavy Latino and Asian population.
Rep. Ed Royce (R-Fullerton) had held the seat for 13 terms.
Cerritos College Courses to be Offered at La Mirada Adult School Campus
La Mirada~This fall, Cerritos College courses will be offered at the Norwalk-La Mirada Adult School as part of a partnership between the two districts at the La Mirada campus at 15920 Barbata Road in La Mirada.
Residents across the eastern portion of the district will have better access to high-demand English, speech and math classes. Courses at the La Mirada location start September 5, 2017. Register online www.cerritos.edu/lamirada.
Fall classes at the College’s main campus located at 11110 Alondra Blvd. in Norwalk will begin on August 14. Enroll online at www.cerritos.edu.
“By expanding our services to the La Mirada site, we look forward to a closer engagement with more of our neighbors. Residents will have greater access to education through these resources available in the heart of La Mirada,” said Zurich Lewis, president, Cerritos College Board of Trustees.
For questions concerning classes at La Mirada, please call 562-467-5025.
TICKER: Roseview Barber at Valley View and Rosecrans has gone out of business. The original owner was Al back in the 60’s and 70’s and the only other owners, we all knew as Louie and Debbie. Since the Shabuya restaurant opened at La Mirada Boulevard and Rosecrans a little over a month ago, the parking lot has been packed. Business has diminished slightly since the opening, but the eatery appears to have established itself as an area destination. I don’t know how many La Mirada residents are eating there, but we like the sales tax going into our city coffers!
First Annual Health & Wellness Fair This Saturday
La Mirada~The community is invited to participate in the first annual La Mirada Health and Wellness Day on Saturday, July 22nd from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at La Mirada Regional Park
The event is sponsored by Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn, the City of La Mirada and UFC Gym/La Mirada.
Everyone is invited to enjoy a great day of fitness, health, and delicious food from the Farmers Market.
UFC Gym will be hosting various fitness classes throughout the day including Yoga, Zumba, Boxing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Athletic Training, Functional Training, wrestling for both youth and adult and various fitness seminars.
Bring the entire family as fitness and health education programs will be hosted for kids as well. Many health organizations will also be onsite to provide wellness related information as well as a blood drive hosted by the American Red Cross.
UFC Gym will also be bringing out several up-and-coming UFC fighters for pictures, autographs, and live demonstrations throughout the day.
UFC/La Mirada General Manager James White says this new event provides a great partnership opportunity, “It really brings forth an important goal of Supervisor Hahn for our region. Her vision that communities can enjoy healthy lifestyles that promote happiness, family, and overall wellness of individuals has been the inspiration for the La Mirada Health and Wellness Day, he said in an email.
“La Mirada has always been an active community that enjoys safety, strong engagement, and family oriented programs. This is our way of helping to continue that tradition of making La Mirada a great place to live.”
A portion of the proceeds raised will be donated to Love La Mirada, an organization dedicated to helping people discover more about La Mirada by serving and connecting with La Mirada residents and Catch a Lift-the organization enabling post 9/11 combat wounded veterans all over the U.S. to recover and rehabilitate both physically and mentally through physical fitness, motivation and support.
Album Release Party at Sportsman’s Lounge Will Help Fight Cancer
La Mirada~If you have had someone you love affected by Breast Cancer or any other cancer, you will not want to miss the release of TiMo's the Pink Album being released on Saturday, July 22 at Sportsman's Lounge in La Mirada.
The album cover and t-shirts have the names of those who have sailed on from cancer. Those who would like to attend the release can click on the link below.
A percentage from every sale is helping fighters directly through A Promise of Hope Foundation--a local breast cancer organization.
TiMo Tunes is a 4 Piece Band dedicated to improving lives through music.
To purchase tickets for the event visit here and to purchase the album visit here.
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