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January 8, 2010 in Art & Culture,Out with Kids | Comments (0)
Tags: Movies, Out with Kids
Funded by the UCLA Arts Initiative and co-presented with the UCLA Film & Television Archive
The UCLA Film & Television Archive and the Hammer Museum have teamed up for a matinee screening series of new and classic family-friendly films from around the world. Admission to this series is free!
APPROPRIATE FOR AGES 8+
FLY AWAY HOME
Fourteen-year-old Amy (Anna Paquin) struggles to adjust to a new life on her eccentric father’s farm after her mother’s death in a car accident until she chances upon an abandoned nest of goose eggs. Raising the hatchlings herself, Amy embarks on the adventure of a lifetime when she must help her brood migrate south in this inspiring, beautifully photographed film by the director of The Black Stallion. (1996, 107 min., Dir. Carroll Ballard)
ALL HAMMER PUBLIC PROGRAMS ARE FREE. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Hammer members receive priority seating, subject to availability. Reservations not accepted, RSVPs not required.
Parking is available under the museum for $3 for 3 hours.
WHAT: Free Family Flicks Screening of Fly Away Home
WHERE: Billy Wilder Theater at the Hammer Museum, Westwood
WHEN: Sunday, January 10 at 11:00 AM
October 26, 2009 in Art & Culture,BEAN,Out with Kids,SPROUT | Comments (0)
Tags: Cirque Du Soleil, Out with Kids
Tickets are on sale for Kooza at the Santa Monica Pier. Discounts are available for kids and for the very little ones under 2 they can see the show for free!
October 9, 2009 in Art & Culture,Out with Kids | Comments (0)
THE AMERICAN CINEMATHEQUE PRESENTS FAMILY PROGRAMMING AT THE AERO & EGYPTIAN THEATRES IN OCTOBER
Screening of the Original WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Starring Gene Wilder, with Director Mel Stuart In Person
Free Admission for Kids
Saturday, October 11, 2009 at the Egyptian Theatre
Haunted Hollywood Scavenger Hunt & Double Feature of THE GOONIES and THE LOST BOYS
Saturday, October 17, 2009 at the Egyptian Theatre
50th Anniversary of THE TWILIGHT ZONE
Special In Person Guests
Friday, October 30 at the Egyptian Theatre
Flashback to the 1960s with Episodes of TV’s “The Monkees”
Sunday, November 1, 2009 at the Egyptian Theatre
Family Science Fiction Double Feature: EXPLORERS and FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR with Director Randal Kleiser In Person
Saturday, October 10, 2009 at the Aero Theatre
Ray Harryhausen Double Feature: JASON AND THE ARGONAUTS &
THE GOLDEN VOYAGE OF SINBAD, Plus, Exhibit at Every Picture
Tells A Story
Sunday, October 18, 2009 at the Aero Theatre
The Classic Comedy of the Marx Brothers: MONKEY BUSINESS & GO WEST
Groucho Marx’s Grandson In Person
Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at the Aero Theatre
Ray Bradbury In Person with SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES
Saturday, October 24, 2009 at the Aero Theatre
Classic Horror Films HOUSE OF FRANKENSTEIN & HOUSE OF DRACULA
Friday, October 30, 2009 at the Aero Theatre
September 21, 2009 in Art & Culture,KID,Out with Kids,SPROUT | Comments (1)
Tags: Cultural events, Out with Kids, Play house
Each year, the Geffen Playhouse invites the nation’s best family shows to perform in the Saturday Scene and the 2009-2010 line-up is full of literary stars (from Ferdinand the Bull to Shakespeare). Perfect for kids from 2-12, the productions range from musical acts to puppet shows to worldly excursions. Each company only comes to town for one show, so it’s good to get tickets in advance. Create your own series of four shows (or as many as you like) and the ticket price drops from $15 per person to $12; subscriber benefits include advance seating and option to purchase additional tickets for 15% off during the season. Click here to choose your shows.
| SAT, OCT 3 2009 |
Ooooogy Green and Other Fables
(recommended for ages 3 and up) |
| This colorful tale takes the caterpillar OOOoogy Green on an imaginative journey. OOOoogy Green is afraid to be different, but with the help of puppets, music and timeless fables, his friends teach him that the differences in all of us are what makes the world exciting. |
| SAT, OCT 10 2009 |
Crayon Court
(recommended for ages 3 and up) |
| This large scale puppet extravaganza envelopes the audience into the world of color, art and music as the children are encouraged to participate, discover and learn in a whole new way. |
| SAT, OCT 17 2009 |
Cymbeline the Puppet King
(recommended for ages 5 and up) |
| The Actors’ Gang re-imagines Shakespeare’s Cymbeline for a younger audience. With an oafish stepson, a docile king, a villainous queen and a young heroine, this age-old tale is a family-friendly introduction into the exciting world of Shakespeare. |
| SAT, NOV 21 2009 |
Ferdinand the Bull
(recommended for ages 5 and up) |
| Based on the acclaimed children’s book of the same name, this show introduces children to Ferdinand, the unusual bull who prefers picking flowers to joining the other bulls in the fights, and Danilo, a young nobleman whose father has big dreams for him. The story unfolds when these two reluctant fighters meet in the bullring. |
| SAT, NOV 28 2009 |
Tom Sawyer
(recommended for ages 5 and up) |
| Mark Twain wrote of his most famous story, “Most of the adventures recorded in this book really occurred; one or two were experiences of my own, the rest those of boys who were schoolmates of mine.” What flows from this, along the great banks of the Mississippi, is one of the greatest adventures in all literature that comes to life on stage, making the exploits of the young lad, Tom Sawyer, a delight to parent and child alike. |
| SAT, DEC 5 2009 |
Shushybye Dream Band
(recommended for ages 2 and up) |
| Shushybye is sleep-themed entertainment for toddlers and preschoolers, but don’t be fooled by their drowsy theme. The Shushybye Dream Band features award-winning ” and highly contagious ” original songs, which are all professionally composed rock tunes designed to encourage children to look forward to nighty-night time. |
SAT, DEC 12 2009
SAT, MAY 22 2010 |
Story Pirates
(recommended for ages 4 and up) |
| The Story Pirates are a boisterous gang who adapt and perform stories written by kids as a way of celebrating the words and ideas of young people. Their concept promotes literacy as a vital part of early childhood education and preserves the spark of youthful creativity often lost in the transition to adulthood – but don’t be fooled by their lofty mission; these shows are about as funny as it gets. |
| SAT, FEB 13 2010 |
Jambo Watoto: Tales and Rhythms of Africa
(recommend for ages 5 and up) |
| Jambo Watoto is a loving homage to the rich and wonderful cultures of Africa featuring stories and traditional rhythms. By inspiring creativity, strengthening cultural pride and encouraging tolerance, Box Tales engage young people in the excitement and immediacy of live performance. |
| SAT, MARCH 6 2010 |
Storm Drain to Paradise
(recommended for ages 5 and up) |
| Through a blend of music and theater, this show tells the story of little Maroo, a girl who falls down a storm drain into a magical world of garbage islands, talking animals and flying plastic boats. |
| SAT, MARCH 13 2010 |
Waters of the Earth: Multicultural Tales of the Sea
(recommended for ages 5 and up) |
| Waters of the Earth explores the rich folklore and mythology of seafaring peoples from all over the globe. |
| SAT, APRIL 24 2010 |
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
(recommended for ages 5 and up) |
| This retelling of Shakespeare’s beloved story of magic in the woods features Will and Company’s signature audience participation as the audience follows the pixies, the actors and the lovers through the wondrous summer night. |
| SAT, MAY 1 2010 |
Artichoke: 26 Animals
(recommended for ages 3 and up) |
| In this audience participation crowd-pleaser, children are encouraged join in with Artichoke and the gang as they sing songs about animals – one for every letter of the alphabet. |
| SAT, MAY 8 2010 |
Jambo
(recommended for ages 3 and up) |
| Jambo is a musical journey that transports the audience through the roots of American music. One part Mississippi Delta, one part New Orleans street corner, and one part Chicago juke joint, Jambo is all parts fun with songs that promote self-esteem, independence, and celebrate individuality. And, of course, some are just about dancing and having fun |
September 2, 2009 in Art & Culture,BABY-SPROUT,Museums,Out with Kids,SPROUT | Comments (0)
Tags: LACMA, Museum, Sundays
Andell Family Sundays
12:30–3:30 pm | Free
Join us on Sundays for programs designed especially for families. Make art, explore the museum, or join a bilingual gallery tour. Most of all—have fun!
Power of Color: Abstract Expressionist Art
August 23*, 30, September 6, 2009 | North Piazza
What does red say to you? How about green or purple? Color is one of the most important ways an artist communicates. In LACMA’s permanent collection, check out how abstract expressionists use color. Make your own art or move like a color in workshops with Doran George, May Jong, Daniela Arbizzi, and Quan Yen Trang.
Celebrate Korea!
September 13, 20, 27* | Los Angeles Times Central Court
Join a celebration of the reinstallation of the Korean Art galleries! Special on September 13—Korean dance and music performance with the Korean Classical Music Institute of America. Make your own music with the performers and join in art workshops with Hadley Holliday, Robert Morse, and Quan Yen Trang.
*Family Sundays starts at 11 am just after the Tarfest run! See Tarfest.com for more information.
*Children’s Author & Illustrator: Alex Beard
Brush and Ink: Korean Painting
October 4, 18, 25 | Los Angeles Times Central Court
in Art & Culture,BABY-SPROUT,KID,Museums,Out with Kids,SPROUT | Comments (0)
Tags: Free, LACMA, Museum
NexGen offers free general admission to anyone 17 and under as well as one accompanying adult. This includes permanent collection galleries and selected special exhibitions. To join, visit the LACMA box office or print the enrollment form and mail it in.
Form is available at http://www.lacma.org/programs/pdfs/NewEnglishNexGenForm.pdf.
August 12, 2009 in Art & Culture | Comments (0)
Tags: Activities, art, Learning, Out with Kids
The Downtown Los Angeles Art Walk is a free event held every second Thursday afternoon and evening in and around the Historic Core’s Gallery Row neighborhood. For this one night each month, Downtown LA returns to its historic pedestrian-based culture, a vibrant scene that is itself a draw for locals and tourists seeking an authentic urban experience. Launched in 2004 by the then-marginal community’s pioneer gallerists, Art Walk has become a grassroots urban success story, with upwards of 10,000 people coming out each month to see the newest art exhibits, enjoy the bustling street culture, eat, drink and socialize.
Visit Artwalk website for more information.
August 10, 2009 in Art & Culture,BABY-SPROUT,BEAN,KID,Museums,Out with Kids | Comments (0)
Tags: Concert, Concert for Kids, Getty, Getty center, Music, Summer Activity
Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, August 15 & 16, 22 & 23, and 29 & 30, 2009
Time: 4:00–5:30 p.m.
Location: Getty Center, Central Garden
Admission: Free; no reservations required.
Enjoy the best of children’s music in the great outdoors at Garden Concerts for Kids, offering three weekends of kid-tastic, sing-along fun in the Central Garden. Make it an afternoon—come early to browse the galleries, wander the gardens, and enjoy a picnic on the grass.
For more information visit Getty’s website.
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