Tag archive for ‘downtown Bakersfield’

  • The Scene: Haiti benefit concert, ‘Alice’ inspired art

    1/27/10 • (1)

    Arts columnist Terry Telford highlights two not-to-miss events this Friday: the “Hope for Haiti Benefit Concert” at Valley Bible Fellowship and the opening reception for “Down the Rabbit Hole,” the Arts Council of Kern’s latest show inspired by “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” Plus, a sneak preview of next week’s First Friday happenings.

  • The Scene: Bossanovastudios opens Friday

    1/13/10 • (3)

    Arts columnist Terry Telford highlights the opening of Johnny Ramos’ downtown studio and gallery, plus an artists’ reception and wine tasting at Valentien Restaurant and how to get involved with BECA (Bakersfield Emerging Contemporary Artists).

  • ‘True West’ is an intense tale of sibling rivalry

    1/07/10 • (0)

    Spotlight Theatre’s production of “True West” is about more than a brotherly battle. It’s a look at the dual nature of identity that resides in all of us, writes director Jennifer Sampson.

  • The Scene: Workshop coaches writers on publishing

    12/30/09 • (2)

    Bakersfield Express is excited to introduce its newest contributor, Terry Telford, who will be writing a bi-weekly column on Bakersfield’s arts scene. This week she highlights a new writers group and previews the downtown opening of Bossanovastudios, created by artist Johnny Ramos.

  • First Friday is full of opening nights

    9/01/09 • (2)

    Downtown galleries and theaters are kicking off the fall season with several new shows this week – all celebrating local culture and heritage.