Charlie Thomas is a local theatrical director, actor, producer, stage designer and playwright with over thirty-five years’ experience in both professional and non-professional live theatre, film, television, and radio. His pedigree includes most of the…

Spaghetti Western introduced Saloon Salon Art Gallery Show Apr. 23 in Morongo Valley

Saloon Salon is a beautiful new art gallery located at Spaghetti Western restaurant in Morongo Valley. John Henson and Ben Allanoff, two local artists, are excited to invite everyone to the reception for their upcoming exhibit there, on Sunday April 23, from 4 - 6 PM. Church Music, a rust collage by Ben Alanoff Clint Eastwood Nail Art by John Henson The show is called "Rust and Nails" - Allanoff will be showing rusty metal collages and monoprints made of rust on canvas, while Henson is…

29 Palms Visitor Center and Gallery to feature “Desert Dreams” Apr. 22

The Spring Art in Public Places exhibition at the Twentynine Palms Visitor Center and Gallery will feature “Desert Dreams,” a special exhibition of artwork by the art students at Copper Mountain College. Desert Dreams is a collection of original prints, drawings, and paintings that explore the surreal beauty of the Mojave Desert. This exhibition features works from current art students at Copper Mountain College and showcases a variety of techniques from dry-point prints to full color pastel…

2023 Fringe Festival tickets on sale now

Listen here: Tickets go on sale April 1 for the 2023 Hi-Desert Fringe Festival. In its sixth year of showcasing original, non-traditional, provocative performance art, the festival will offer three days of performances, improv, film, music and workshops presented by an array of artists May 19-21 at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center. The theme of this year’s festival is “As above, so below.” Single, Two Day and Full weekend passes as well as special opening night passes can be purchased. Discounted…

Call for Exhibition Proposals for 29 Palms Art Gallery 2023-24 Season

The 29 Palms Art Gallery is now accepting applications for individual and group exhibitions for the 2023-24 season. Deadline to submit an exhibition proposal is 5 p.m. on Monday, May 1. Proposals will be considered for a Featured Artist show by an individual artist, a curated group exhibition, or artists of any visual art media. Exhibition season at the gallery is September to Mid-August. The application is available online in the Artists section of the website at www.29palmsartgallery.com No…

“The Rotating Players” Improv Comedy Troupe hosts workshop Sat. Apr. 15

Theatre 29’s resident Improvisational Theater program, “The Rotating Players” will be hosting their April educational workshops on Saturday the 15th from 2pm – 4pm at Theatre 29. With a capacity attendance at their previous workshop and their first overwhelmingly successful performance in February, spaces are filling up fast for this session, however, there are still some slots available. Workshops are held the 3rd Saturday of every month from 2pm-4pm for a minimal $5 fee. Registration is open…

Grants available in 29 Palms for Youth & Cultural Events

Listen here: The Public Arts Advisory Committee or (PAAC) of the City of Twentynine Palms is now accepting applications for Art in Public Places Grants 2023. The purpose of the grants is to nurture, enhance, and encourage the community’s participation in the arts by providing financial support for arts programs that benefit the youth and adults of Twentynine Palms. The PAAC is offering APP Grants in two categories: Youth & the Arts Programs focusing on youth-oriented performance projects and…

Theatre 29 Casts “Disney’s My Son Pinocchio: Geppetto’s Musical Tale” opening May 12

Make plans to bring the entire family to catch Disney’s “My Son Pinocchio”, a spin on the original classic tale of the puppet turned boy featuring a multi-generational cast of talented performers ranging from 9-70 years old. “My Son Pinocchio” is a twist to the original classic. The show tells the story, but from Geppetto's point of view. The story gives a different perspective on what Geppetto wanted and provides a good life lesson in the process. “I liked the message, that it’s not only…

One Man Show “Kate’s Last Dance” stages encore at Theatre 29 on Apr. 16

Performer/Playwright Kevin Bone’s overwhelmingly successful one man show, “Kate’s Last Dance” will return to Theatre 29 for a special encore performance. After performing two standing room only performances in January, actor/writer Kevin Bone will return his one man show. “KATE’S LAST DANCE” to Theatre 29 for a special matinee encore performance April 16th at 2:30PM. Bone portrays 16 unique characters in the piece, who help him weave together two tales of compassion that, together, present the…

29 Palms Art Gallery Opening Reception April 1st – music, photography, pottery and more

Listen here: The 29 Palms Art Gallery will host an opening reception on April 1st from 4 to 6 pm at the gallery in Twentynine Palms. April’s exhibition features the paintings of local acclaimed artist Chuck Caplinger and pottery and stone work of Yucca Valley’s Ed Keesling. Check out the latest the gallery has to offer and meet the artist’s themselves while enjoying live music by native flute player Naomi Blakeslee. In the East Gallery will be a display of photography by Diane Padys as well as…

Spring Arts and Crafts Faire this weekend in 29 Palms

The 29 Palms Artist’s Guild will host their 4th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts faire this weekend (April 1st and 2nd) from 9AM – 4PM. More than two dozen artisans are bringing a large assortment of artwork and high-end crafts for both art collectors and casual shoppers. Painting, photography, pottery, fiber arts and jewelry are just some of the artwork visitors will find., The faire will also include Food, Art Classes and live music on April 1st from Gabriel Hart, Hunter and the Wicked, the…