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Arts events upcoming in the Santa Clarita Valley in February.

Feb 1, 2017: Just Drawing at ARTree Community Arts Center

Feb 01, 2017 06:00 pm

Come to the ARTree Community Arts Center for an unsupervised chance to draw at your leisure using objects and models. Just bring a pencil and paper.

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Feb 2, 2017: 10 by 10 at Repertory East Playhouse

Feb 02, 2017 07:00 pm

10 by 10 is a variety night giving performers a chance to take the stage and perform for a live audience. Each month, ten performers will be selected to perform a 10-minute piece of their choosing, such as, short live theatre pieces, dance, monologues, improv, comedy, and music, and more.

This week, the cast includes:

Comedy by Samantha Hale
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Samantha Hale is following in the comedic footsteps of her grandfather, Alan Hale Jr., best known as The Skipper from Gilligan’s Island. With her unique outlook on life, Samantha likes to push boundaries with her material.

Storytelling from Pablo Marz
Pablo Marz is an actor, storyteller, director and teacher. Aside from film and TV, Pablo has performed with ComedySportz L.A., West Coast Ensemble Theatre, iOWest, at the Disney Concert Hall, the Getty Center, and last year he ended up onstage at the Tropicana Nightclub in Havana, Cuba! Pablo is also the creator and producer of the popular storytelling show,

MUSIC by GRIT
GRIT is an Americana, Blues, and Folk band. The band consists of Aaron who plucks on string instruments and huffs into the harmonica. Corissa sings and plays acoustic guitar. Squeezebox Sam plays the accordion, hums, whistles, and plays the kazoo, and slide whistle. Michael fingerpicks the banjo and sings, and Stuart plays the acoustic bass.

Stand-Up with Chris Cope
Chris has appeared on The Jimmy Kimmel Show, Laughs on Fox , Tosh.0 and “Grey’s Anatomy”. His Southern Charm isn’t limited to stage and screen, He has just released his first first full length comedy album, “White Trash Super Computer”, debuted in the Top 10 on Amazon.com and Top 25 on Itunes.

FILM SHORT “I Will Love You, Always” by Summera Howell
“I Will Love You, Always.” is a short film that subtly blends fantasy with reality. It explores love and loss in the 21st century, and uses strong visuals to bring the audience into the emotions of the characters. Fundamentally, it’s a deeply personal film about the choice to move on.

MUSIC by Abel Gallardo
Singer and songwriter Abel Gallardo, front man of The Buckhenries, will share a rare solo performance for the 10 by 10 audience.

Storytelling from Julia Pels
Julia Pels is an LA based stand-up comedian, storyteller and LGBTQ activist. She also produces her own HYBRID stand up//storytelling show every fourth Sunday of the month at The Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café. She performs in the independent comedy scene frequently and has also done (larger) shows at The Comedy Store, The Ice House, and The Hollywood Improv.

MUSIC with Nick Goodman
Nick worked in the Record Business and then moved to Los Angeles in the 70s, and switched to work in the Film Industry in 1986 and have been working as a Production Designer ever since. He has been playing music all my life and recently started playing in public again.

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Feb 2, 2017: The Master’s University Instrumental Chamber Ensembles Concert at the Master’s University

Feb 02, 2017 07:30 pm

All concerts and events begin at 7:30 pm in the Recital Hall unless otherwise noted; tickets available at the door.

General Admission: $8.00Alumni: $5.00Children 12 & under: Free AdmissionTMU Faculty/Staff/Students: Free Admission with valid ID (some exceptions apply)Student Recitals & Music Career Meetings are free of charge.

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Feb 3, 2017: Invitational High School Choral Festival at The Master’s University

Feb 03, 2017 08:00 am

The Master’s University presents the Invitational High School Choral Festival on February 2 from 8 am to 12 pm.

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Feb 3, 2017: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged Revised at Canyon Theatre Guild

Feb 03, 2017 08:00 pm

Three actors. Fourth wall? A plethora of Shakespeare. Loads of laughter as three actors go through the entirety of Shakespeare’s work in this quick-change marathon of a show!

Free wine and champagne reception at 7 pm on opening night only with a reserved/purchased seat. Must be 21 or older to drink.

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Feb 4, 2017: Flutterby Open Art Studio at ARTree Community Arts Center

Feb 04, 2017 10:00 am

At the ARTree Community Arts Center kids can enjoy FREE open studio time. Each of our monthly Flutterby Saturday sessions showcases a featured art material to explore and an opportunity to interact with an in-house artist who will be painting, drawing or sculpting, and answering questions. No registration, no fees, just freedom. Drop in anytime between 10am-1pm.

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Feb 4, 2017: Willy Wonka at Canyon Theatre Guild

Feb 04, 2017 02:00 pm

After finding a Golden Ticket, a boy finds much more than he was expecting at Willy Wonka’s famous chocolate factory. Featuring your favorite songs from the classic movie, this musical is a magical confectionary factory of fun!

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The Canyon Theatre Guild’s production of "A Christmas Story," adds shows due to high ticket demand. Shows have been added on Sunday, Dec. 21 and Monday, Dec. 22.
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