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Fiddler on the Roof Brings Tradition to the Candlelight Pavilion CLAREMONT, CA— In the little village of Anatevka, Tevye, a poor dairyman, tries to instill in his daughters the traditions of his tight-knit Jewish community in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler on the Roof has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty, leaving them crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. Familiar songs include, “If I Were a Rich Man” and “Sunrise, Sunset.” The origins of Fiddler on the Roof...
CLAREMONT, CA— Tinker’s Toy Shop is a family-run store that is feeling the pains of low sales. They are at the point of closing their doors- that is, until they answer a newspaper ad from Santa Claus himself, who is looking for toy makers to help with the huge supply of toys needed for his annual visit. The entire staff works hard to meet the strict criteria to be one of Santa’s chosen stores. By the end of the show, the family learns that Christmas is not just about gifts; it’s about love and understanding. Every year, the Candlelight Pavilion...
CLAREMONT, CA–”Harriet Tubman,” a one-woman show starring Rev. Patricia Walton portraying the famous abolitionist, humanitarian and Union spy, comes to Pilgrim Place on Saturday, September 24, at 7:00 PM. There is no charge for the event, and attendance is open to the public. Rev. Walton is an actress and a minister in the United Church of Christ. The one-woman dramatic presentation takes place on the stage in Decker Hall at Pilgrim Place, followed by a reception across the street at the Napier Center for Creative Change. There is no charge for either event. During the reception, guests will have a...
CLAREMONT, CA— Featuring your favorite songs from the ’50s and 60′s, The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you back to the 1958 Springfield High School Prom, where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts and voices to match! The Marvelous Wonderettes is a musical comedy written by Roger Bean and features many popular songs from both the 1950′s and the 1960′s. The show centers around four girls, Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy, who are the Song leaders of their high school. It is 1958, and they have just replaced...
CLAREMEONT, CA–Paul Chappell, a 2002 graduate of West Point and a veteran of the Iraq war where he served as a captain, will speak at Pilgrim Place on September 12 at 7:00 PM. His presentation, “Peace is Possible: This is How to Do It,” is the title of his third book, which will be published in February 2012. The event will be held at Decker Hall at Pilgrim Place, 665 Avery Road, Claremont, CA 91711. Chappell’s presentation includes clear and compelling insights based on his military experience and extensive research into human nature and the myths that perpetuate war. It...
Dengue Fever, the Los Angeles-based Cambodian-American rock band, will play for FREE at Rhino Records Claremont this Saturday, August 13th, at 4:00pm. They will have all their releases for sale, including vinyl and they are happy to sign your merchandise too! Rhino Records is located at: 235 Yale Avenue Claremont, CA...
Friday and Saturday, November 11 & 12, 2011 Visitors to our Annual Pilgrim Place Festival will share in a unique “Pilgrim experience” filled with fun activities for people of all ages which include rides, booths selling a variety of items (including creative crafts!), an authentic drama, and terrific food. We celebrate the spirit of friendship and community that is Pilgrim Place. Pilgrim Place residents work selflessly throughout the year to create crafts, prepare activities and attractions to engage people of all ages—all for a worthy goal. Proceeds from this event go directly to support those residents who have dedicated their...
Inland Valley Repertory Theatre company presents OUR TOWN By Thornton Wilder Opening Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at 7:30pm Running Wednesdays at 7:30pm, September 14, 21 & 28 Also Wednesday at 2:30pm, September 28 Claremont, CA – What day would you choose, if you could relive a day from your past? Clever staging and vivid characters make relevant this enduring tale of American life in Thornton Wilder’s play Our Town, produced on Wednesdays, September 14-28 by the Inland Valley Repertory Theatre company (IVRT) at the Candlelight Pavilion. Producing Artistic Director Frank Minano will direct the classic American play Our Town, featuring a...
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella Based on the fairy tale Cinderella, or: Cendrillon, ou la Petite Pantoufle de Vair, by Charles Perrault. June 24th* through July 31st. Thursday-Saturday evenings at 6pm. Sunday evenings at 5pm. Saturday and Sunday matinees at 11am. RESERVATIONS: www.candlelightpavilion.com or (909)626-1254 ext. 1 CLAREMONT, CA— The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann...
CLAREMONT, CA—Donna Ambrogi, a fifteen year resident of Pilgrim Place, was selected by Aging Services of California as Resident of the Year. She was formally recognized in May at the Annual Meeting of the group in Monterey. Donna is an elder law attorney and an adjunct professor of elder law, health care and medical ethics at several universities in the Bay Area. She has lead workshops at statewide meetings and serves as a Resident Board member of Aging Services. Donna and her husband Tom Ambrogi have been residents of Pilgrim Place since 1996. “Donna Ambrogi is a vital member of...
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