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Celebrate this magical season with your family and friends at our Holiday Dinner and Tour including our An American Christmas Story exhibit. This spectacular evening of wonderful holiday performers, live magnificent music, and delectable gourmet food will be a perfect way to celebrate!

Tour the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum and our much anticipated exhibit, An American Christmas Story exhibit from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. An American Christmas Story is an exhibition curated by the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. In this brand-new, never-before-seen 5,000 square foot Christmas exhibit, come and explore some of the fascinating holiday traditions and the unique expressions of the holidays from all 50 States and all of the American Territories. With over 60 trees on display, you’ll be sure to enjoy this whimsical holiday setting, which includes Christmas trees decorated in themes derived from each state. Artifacts from around the world, including rarely seen items from the Reagan Family’s very own Christmas trees, will also be on display during this special event. The exhibit will additionally display Hanukkah Menorahs given to the President at the White House during the 1980s. Photographers will be available in our winter wonderland for capturing your family holiday photos and Santa will be visiting the exhibit for photos, too!

Enjoy a three-course holiday dinner under the wings of Air Force One. Self-guided tours of the Air Force One will be available from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Festive holiday attire is suggested. This is a perfect occasion to bring your employees to show your appreciation for their services throughout the year.

This all-inclusive offer is only $75.00 for adults and $40.00 for children ages 3-10 years old (under 3 are free). There will be an additional charge of $14.95 per highchair. Reservations are limited and must be made by Tuesday, December 6 at 8:00 a.m. For more information please call 805-577-4057.

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Twenty-Four Blackbirds and WineCult are hosting a Fall Pairing Party!

Get rid of those back to school blues and come enjoy music, drinks, dessert, and self-guided chocolate factory tours! We'll sell wine by the glass (non-alcoholic options available too!) paired with samplings of autumn inspired truffle flavors. Everything in our shop will be 10% off and we're giving away tickets for a chance to win prizes with each purchase. We’ll be stocked with thoughtful gifts to make your fall season cozy and sweet, so don't miss out! Bring your friends, all are welcome!

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is partnering with Anchor Rose restaurant to develop a series of collaborative harborside movie screenings and special events. The first of these will launch a new book, All Hands on Deck: A Modern Day High-Seas Adventure to the Far Side of the World, on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at 4:30 p.m., with a unique experience. All Hands on Deck will include a reception on the Waterfront Center’s patio, a presentation based on author Will Sofrin’s book, an optional 18th- century-themed dinner, and a complete screening of the classic movie, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, considered by many to be the best sailing movie ever made.

First up for this exciting evening will be a reception and book signing on the museum’s patio featuring a complimentary 18th-century themed rum cocktail from Black Bart Navy Rum and the opportunity to meet author Will Sofrin.

The reception will be followed by Sofrin’s presentation at 5:30 p.m., and will include film clips, commentary, and photographs. Sofrin will share the story of his maritime adventure as part of the crew that sailed the American tall ship Rose (a 180-foot-long replica of an 18th-century British frigate), 6,000 miles from Newport, Rhode Island to Hollywood. The ship ultimately served as the centerpiece of the 2003 film Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World, starring Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany.

Following Sofrin’s presentation, the film Master and Commander, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year, will be screened on the museum’s patio. Anchor Rose restaurant, in partnership with SBMM, will offer an optional dinner based on food served to officers and crew in the British Navy around the turn of the 19th century.

Cost to attend the reception, the presentation, and the film screening is free for SBMM’s Navigator Circle Members and $35 for all others. For an additional $40, guests can register for the optional dinner, which includes a glass of wine and a buffet meal featuring lobster bisque, saffron rice, chicken, swordfish, and a vegan option. Register for this event at: https://sbmm.org/santa-barbara-event/. Proceeds from this event will enable SBMM to continue offering tall ship and other education and school-based programs.

This event is made possible in part by the generous support of Black Bart Navy Rum.

About the Author & Speaker
Will Sofrin, who grew up in Connecticut, describes himself as “the guy who didn’t follow any of the rules.” Instead of going to college after high school, he became an apprentice shipwright at the IYRS School of Technology and Trades, learning to build and restore wooden boats, and then became a professional sailor, working on yachts, logging over 30,000 blue water miles, and becoming a licensed captain. He sailed throughout Europe, the Caribbean, Central America and both coasts of the U.S., competing in numerous sailing events such as the America’s Cup Jubilee, the Prada Classic Yacht Challenge, and the 12-meter World Championships. Sofrin is a master shipwright who has taught at MIT and built boats for Billy Joel and Estée Lauder.

Darryl Maximilian Robinson Encourages Your 2024 Broadwayworld Los Angeles Awards Nominations Vote For THE FRONT PAGE!

ON THE WEST COAST, theatregoers have seen veteran and award-winning Chicago-born and stage-trained actor Darryl Maximilian Robinson appear in numerous roles onstage during his 14 years as a City of Angels thespian. He has garnered critical praise for his performances as Major-General Stanley in "The Pirates of Penzance," District Attorney Flint in "Night of January 16th," Booker T. Washington in "Ragtime," Butler John Lawless in "The Happiest Millionaire" and Henry Albertson in "The Fantasticks." And, most recently, he appeared as Chicago Tribune Newspaper Reporter Roy V. Bensinger in the 2024 Culver City Public Theatre revival production of "The Front Page."

SUBMITTED FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION:


Theatre Lovers and Supporters,


Greetings and Salutations,


Though our lively and fun and rewarding, free Theatre-In-The-Park revival of 'The Front Page' has closed, there is one last bit of creative business that this theatre artist strongly encourages you all to take part in: The Nominations for the 2024 Broadwayworld Los Angeles Theatre Awards.


Recently, this theatre artist took the liberty of nominating THE FRONT PAGE in the following categories:


1. ) Best Play - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


2. ) Best Director of A Play - Trace Oakley - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


3. ) Best Performer In A Play - Rizzy Fuentes - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


4. ) Best Performer In A Play - Tanya Laine - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


5. ) Best Supporting Performer In A Play - Darryl Maximilian Robinson - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


6. ) Best Ensemble - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


7.) Best Costume Design - Sophia April Grose - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


8. ) Best Sound Design - Trace Oakley - The Front Page - The Culver City Public Theatre.


9. ) Favorite Los Angeles Theatre Group - The Culver City Public Theatre.


And, as a courtesy to our fellow summer production:


10. ) Best Theatre For Young Audiences Production - Gideon And The Blundersnorp - The Culver City Public Theatre.


These 10 nominations may not all succeed to formal competition, but if you and your friends begin the process of visiting the Broadwayworld Los Angeles site and begin voting in these categories, this theatre artist is confident that most will make the formal list of nominations.


This theatre artist strongly encourages all those who love the theatre in general, saw this show, supported this show and worked with us at The Culver City Public Theatre this summer to visit the BWW Los Angeles Awards nominations site immediately:


https://www.broadwayworld.com/...


Let the voting for nominations for THE FRONT PAGE Commence!


All The Best,


Darryl Maximilian Robinson,

Your Roy V. Bensinger in The Culver City Public Theatre 2024 revival of 'The Front Page' at The Carlson Memorial Park in Culver City, CA.


https://youtu.be/b7GbFTBBqvs?s...


https://www.broadwayworld.com/...


2024 Culver City Public Theatre revival production photo of Darryl Maximilian Robinson as Roy V. Bensinger in 'The Front Page' courtesy of The CCPT.

On Saturday, April 12 at 7pm and Sunday, April 13 at 6pm, Santa Monica Playhouse is excited to present the world premiere of Cabrina Peer’s delightfully intriguing It’s Just a Wedding to support the Save the Main Stage Campaign.

Step into the wonderfully chaotic world of "It’s Just a Wedding," a black comedy that captures the essence of a generation navigating love and friendship during the early 2000s recession. Follow a tight-knit group of college friends as they reunite and untangle the complexities of their relationships. With an unexpected engagement sparking waves of chaos, the countdown to the wedding becomes a rollercoaster of calamities and surprising revelations. In a world where nothing seems certain, alliances shift and secrets unravel. Who will stand as friend or foe?

Written by Cabrina Peer. Directed by Oliver Klein. Featuring Theresa Croft, Ari Kraiman, Vansh Sha, Alyssa Gonzalez, Avery Barrett, Eve Cuccaro, Jay Whitmore, Matthew Flynn, Charlie Trepany, Sagar Surana, Joel Lingaur, Andrew Phillips, Myles Brown.

Rated: 16+

The beautiful Main Stage was destroyed in a water damage disaster in July 2024. Wonderful support is helping us make major inroads towards the rebuild - but we need your help! Please join Cabrina Peer, Oliver Klein and their wonderful company of artists in helping bring this iconic theatre back to life. Add a donation to your admission ticket or donate online at SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com.

Santa Monica Playhouse programs are supported in part by generous contributions from the We Are Santa Monica Fund, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors through the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, the City of Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Arts Commission, and Playhouse PALS.

About the creatives:

Cabrina Peer was born and raised in Los Angeles. She studied theatre and child development at California State University Northridge and attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Film and television credits include voice-over work for Lifetime movies (Cradles for Cash, Saving My Baby, Wrongfully Accused, etc.) and such television shows as Criminal Minds, Dirty John, and the Politician. A theatre advocate on both sides of the curtain, performances include two Agatha Christie murder mysteries, Neil Simon’s Rumors, Barbara Robinson’s The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, and Reginald Rose’s Twelve Angry Jurors. But always, Cabrina has loved writing and has decided to start contributing to the theatre world by doing just that.

Oliver Klein is a director, producer, and actor with over a decade of experience in the theater. His recent directing work includes Missionary, written and produced by Sarah Lazarus, as well as the short film Addict, which also wrote. Producing credits include Spring Storm by Tennessee Williams, All My Sons by Arthur Miller, and Tom Stoppard’s translation of The Seagull by Anton Chekhov. Klein is the founder of Intuitive Artists, a production company dedicated to creating dynamic theater, film, and music and supporting young and up-and-coming artists. He is currently in pre-production for Michelle, set to begin filming this year. Klein is an alumnus of the American Conservatory Theater YC, Interlochen Arts Academy, and the University of Michigan, where he earned his BFA with high honors.

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