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…

Master Guitarist Peppino D’Agostino to hold workshop and concert at Harrison House (11/9 – 11/10)

On Friday November 10th, Sicilian born Master Guitarist Peppino D'Agostino will present a concert inside the acoustically sublime Lou Harrison House, invited by Gyan Riley, the 2023/24 Composer-in-Residence. In advance of the concert, on Thursday November 9th, D'Agostino will host a workshop to share his guitar techniques with the community. Emerged on the musical scene in the late 1980s and helped to redefine the acoustic guitar's boundaries, D’Agostino has been called “the…

Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo announces 2023 winners

The Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo celebrated a highly successful weekend of artistry and artisans this past weekend. Several hundred art appreciators and artists attended the festivities at 29 Palms Art Gallery on Saturday, Nov. 4, for the 11th annual Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo and awards reception. Art awards were announced for the juried exhibition at the reception Saturday evening. Eleven artists received awards for their artwork, with awards totaling $4,000. Travis Usher of…

Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo weekend (11/4-11/5)

The 11th annual Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo kicks off on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 4 & 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the historic 29 Palms Art Gallery in 29 Palms. Admission is free to all events. The Art Expo weekend will feature artist booths, live music on stage, food and drink for sale, and the juried exhibition in the gallery. The awards reception will be on the gallery patio Saturday, Nov. 4, from 4 to 7 p.m. Live music on the gallery stage will feature local musicians Bob…

“A Charlie Brown Christmas” at Theatre 29 announces cast

A timeless holiday television special comes to life on stage at Theatre 29 with “A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage." The critically acclaimed holiday celebration that the whole family can enjoy brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the rest of the Peanuts gang together live on stage as they uncover the true meaning of Christmas, performing songs from the unforgettable score by legendary composer Vince Guaraldi. John Pollnow leads the cast as Charlie Brown; Kat Cheek as Lucy;…

‘God’s Favorite’ brings divine comedy to Theatre 29 this weekend.

Theatre 29 will be hosting a staged reading performance of Neil Simon’s classic comedy “God’s Favorite” the weekend of November 4th and 5th. A fundraiser for Theatre 29, the story is a modern riff on the Biblical story of Job as successful Long Island businessman Joe Benjamin who has it all: wealth, a lovely home, a demanding wife, ungrateful children and wise-cracking household employees. In comes Sidney Lipton, a.k.a. A Messenger from God (and compulsive film buff) with a mission: to test…

Neil Simon heavenly comedy “God’s Favorite” staged reading at Theatre 29 (11/4-11/5)

With Theatre 29 charging full steam ahead toward the holiday opening of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” December 1st, the thespians are offering a little treat November 4 & 5. Theatre 29 will be hosting at staged reading performance of Neil Simon’s classic comedy “God’s Favorite” the weekend of November 4 & 5. A fundraiser for Theatre 29, the story is a modern riff on the Biblical story of Job as successful Long Island businessman Joe Benjamin has it all: wealth, a lovely home, a demanding…

Theatre 29 to present “Musings of a Black Woman in a Brown Desert” on 10/28

A unique and personal look at an artistic and spiritual journey will be a special presentation at Theatre 29 on October 28 and 29th. This one person play follows author and performer Miri Hunter as she moves from her Los Angeles loft and settles into life in the Mojave Desert. Is it the fulfillment of a promise to herself to find a place where she can just be or is it a continuation of the life she keeps trying to leave behind? Hunter says “Musings of a Black Woman in a Brown Desert” is part…

Community Art Project at 29 Palms Art Gallery 10/27

Local artist Ben Allanoff will be facilitating a community art project, called Sun Shelter #1, on Friday October 27, from noon to 5pm at the 29 Palms Art Gallery campus. Participants are encouraged to bring long strips of fabric to weave into a giant outdoor loom – fabric with a color or pattern or history that carries personal meaning is especially encouraged though plenty of material will be provided to everyone. Partnering in the project is Valley Star Community Services One-Stop TAY Center,…

“The Witches” a cauldron of delights at Theatre 29, final showings this weekend

In the litany of children’s literature, very few authors loom as large as Roald Dahl. With a writing career which spanned the better part of a half century, Dahl’s novels tapped into the darker underbelly of the youth psyche and firmly embedded these fantastical stories and absurd adventures in the social consciousness of multiple generations of fans worldwide. His tales of underdog heroes and outrageous villains have been translated to the cinema, television and, of course, the stage. One such…

JTNP Art Expo selects 64 artists for juried exhibition at 29 Palms Art Gallery

Sixty-four artists have been selected for the 11th annual Joshua Tree National Park Art Expo juried exhibition in November. The 64 artists and artworks, inspired by Joshua Tree National Park in three categories: 2-Dimensional Art, 3-Dimensional Art, and Photography, were selected from submissions by 140 artists from across North America. The art will be eligible for awards totaling $4,000, including a Best of Show, plus an honorary Superintendent’s Award to be selected by Joshua Tree National…