Performing and Visual Arts

Performing Arts

The Acalanes DramaDons are proud to present Rumors, by Neil Simon
In this laugh out loud comedy, four couples arrive at the 10th anniversary celebration party for New York’s deputy mayor and his wife, only to find the mayor wounded in bed and the wife missing.
 
Rumors runs Oct 26, 27, 28, and 29 in the Acalanes Little Theater. All shows start at 7pm and doors open at 6:30pm.
 
Tickets are $7.00 for students and $14.00 for general admission and can be purchased at ahsperformingarts.org.

 

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Mark your October calendar for the widely popular Acalanes Pops Concert! Directors Lauren Gibson and Meredith Hawkins will lead their talented students in performing beloved music from various soundtracks. Don’t miss this fun-filled evening!

Date:  Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Time:  7:00-8:30pm
Location:  AHS Performing Arts Center
Music Groups:  Acalanes Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra and Choir
Admission:  Free ($5 donation suggested for adults)
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The Acalanes DramaDons are proud to present Rumors, by Neil Simon
In this laugh out loud comedy, four couples arrive at the 10th anniversary celebration party for New York’s deputy mayor and his wife, only to find the mayor wounded in bed and the wife missing.
 
Rumors runs Oct 26, 27, 28, and 29 in the Acalanes Little Theater. All shows start at 7pm and doors open at 6:30pm.
 
Tickets are $7.00 for students and $14.00 for general admission and can be purchased at ahsperformingarts.org.

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Performing Arts

Mark your October calendar for the widely popular Acalanes Pops Concert! Directors Lauren Gibson and Meredith Hawkins will lead their talented students in performing beloved music from various soundtracks. Don’t miss this fun-filled evening!

Date:  Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Time:  7:00-8:30pm
Location:  AHS Performing Arts Center
Music Groups:  Acalanes Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra and Choir
Admission:  Free ($5 donation suggested for adults)
Click here for full flyer

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Performing Arts

Mark your October calendar for the widely popular Acalanes Pops Concert! Directors Lauren Gibson and Meredith Hawkins will lead their talented students in performing beloved music from various soundtracks. Don’t miss this fun-filled evening!

Date:  Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Time:  7:00-8:30pm
Location:  AHS Performing Arts Center
Music Groups:  Acalanes Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra and Choir
Admission:  Free ($5 donation suggested for adults)
Click here for full flyer

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Our Acalanes instrumental bands have a fabulous opportunity to play the national anthem at the Oakland A’s game this coming Tuesday, Sept 20! If you wish to come out to support the students and watch their once-in-a-lifetime performance, there are a few tickets still available.
 
Details:
Event: Oakland A’s vs Seattle Mariners
Place: RingCentral Stadium, Oakland CA
Date: Sept 20, 2022
Time: National Anthem starts 6:30pm; Game starts 6:40pm
 
Ticket Information:

  • Price: $20.60 each – $5 of which goes directly back to support our instrumental program; includes $0.60 PayPal transaction fee
  • Fill out the GOOGLE FORM to purchase your tickets
  • Pay through Instrumental Music PayPal Account: apabtreasurer@ahsperformingarts.org  **Please add a note in the message field indicating “A’s Game”**
  • After you purchase your tickets, your email will be used to send you the tickets electronically.

Looking forward to seeing you at this amazing fundraising event!

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Former Instrumental Music Don, Mav Fabela, playing it big at Outside Lands. Read the Acalanes Blueprint article here:

https://acalanesblueprint.com/2022/08/18/soaking-up-summers-final-moments-outside-lands-2022/


 

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Former Instrumental Music Don, Mav Fabela, playing it big at Outside Lands. Read the Acalanes Blueprint article here:

https://acalanesblueprint.com/2022/08/18/soaking-up-summers-final-moments-outside-lands-2022/


 

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Tuesday, May 17 at 7pm in PAC Acalanes Choral Concert 2022
Enjoy a night of beautiful music by various Acalanes Choral groups as they perform favorite songs from movie soundtracks. Led by Director Lauren Gibson. Free admission.
 

Friday, May 20 from 5:30 to 9:30pm Jazz Cafe 2022 in Stanley Middle School’s Multi-Use Room.
Always a popular community event, this year’s Jazz Cafe will feature talented Jazz Bands from Acalanes, Stanley Middle School, Campolindo and more. All will be coming together for an evening of music and to honor Mr. Bob Athayde after 35 years of inspirational service to the Lamorinda Community. Free admission. Additional information here.

 
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Mark your May calendars because you don’t want to miss any of these upcoming musical events!

Join Music Director Lauren Gibson as she hosts two concerts:

  • Tuesday, May 10 at 7pm in the AHS Performing Arts Center. Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and Wind Ensemble are performing. Admission is free, $5 donation suggested for adults.
  • Thursday, May 12 at 7pm in the AHS Performing Arts Center. Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Jazz Band are performing. Admission is free, $5 donation suggested for adults.

Concert at the Res (Lafayette Reservoir) Saturday, May 14 from 11am to 12:30pm at Lafayette Reservoir, Outdoor Stage. Lafayette Rotarians are hosting an afternoon of wonderful music featuring local bands including Acalanes High School Wind Ensemble, Stanley Middle School, Bentley School and the Rossmoor Big Band.This annual concert helps to raise money to supply Lamorinda and Bay Area Schools with new instruments for their music programs. Live entertainment and food and drinks for purchase. Free admission.

Jazz Cafe 2022 Friday, May 20 from 5:30 to 9pm in Stanley Middle School, Multi-Use Room. Always a popular community event, this year’s Jazz Cafe will feature talented Jazz Bands from Acalanes, Stanley Middle School, Campolindo and more. All will be coming together for an evening of music and to honor Mr. Bob Athayde after 35 years of inspirational service to the Lamorinda Community.
 
The APAB Board is seeking New Board Members. Are you interested in volunteering for a role that can make a difference in Acalanes’ performing arts? Acalanes Performing ArtsBoosters (APAB) is looking to fill open roles for next year. This is a great opportunity to get involved and connected to our performing arts community!
Open 2022-23 APAB roles:

  • President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Publicity & Communications   

In addition, Instrumental Music has the following board openings for the coming year (must have a student enrolled in Instrumental Music):

  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Reception Committee

Please contact Paulie Proffett or Mary Beth Towery for more information.

 
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