98 LAGUNA BEACH CITY GUIDE
ART
COURTESY OF LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE
ART WALK
FIRST THURSDAYS ART WALK
949-463-4800 ; FIRSTTHURSDAYSARTWALK . ORG The art scene in Laguna Beach never fades with First Thursdays Art Walk , which runs every first Thursday of the month from 6-9 p . m . With dozens of participating galleries across Laguna , the event often features artist demonstrations , exhibit openings and music .
SUMMER FESTIVALS
FESTIVAL OF ARTS
JULY 3 - AUG . 30 ; 650 ; LAGUNA CANYON RD .; 949-497-6582 ; FOAPOM . COM The acclaimed Festival of Arts , among the nation ’ s oldest juried art shows , is the perfect place to soak in the local culture or find a new piece to add to your collection . Discover artwork in mediums from paintings to photography , sculpture , jewelry , woodwork , ceramics , glass and more .
LAGUNA ART-A-FAIR : JUNE 28 - SEPT . 1 777 LAGUNA CANYON RD . 949-494-4514 ; ART-A-FAIR . COM Explore the artwork of more than 100 artists from around the world . Treasures from every medium abound , from paintings to sculpture and jewelry . Art workshops , live music and more are also presented .
PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS JULY 6 - AUG . 30 ; 650 LAGUNA CANYON RD . 949-497-6582 ; FOAPOM . COM Arguably one of the art world ’ s most unique productions , Pageant of the
Masters is a show guests won ’ t soon forget . This summer , the 90-minute stage show of “ living pictures ” follows a theme of “ À La Mode : The Art of Fashion ,” transporting audiences through various locales with works of art re-created on stage and stories about their creators , beginning at 8:30 every night .
SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL JUNE 28 - SEPT . 1 ; 935 LAGUNA CANYON RD .; 949-494-3030 ; SAWDUSTARTFESTIVAL . ORG Take part in Laguna ’ s world-renowned art festival where visitors and locals gather to view the work of 180 Laguna Beach artists . A staple since 1965 , Sawdust Art Festival features demonstration booths such as glass blowing , as well as hands-on art workshops , refreshments from outdoor cafes and live entertainment .
THEATER
LAGUNA PLAYHOUSE :
606 LAGUNA CANYON RD . 949-497-2787 ; LAGUNAPLAYHOUSE . COM One of the West Coast ’ s oldest continuously operating nonprofit theaters , Laguna Playhouse is a cultural and educational force in the city . Adhering to the highest standards of artistic excellence , the theater has presented a host of memorable productions — many featuring wellknown celebrities like Bette Davis , Rida Rudner , Harrison Ford and French Stewart — since its launch in 1920 . Coming up is Lerner & Loewe musical “ Camelot .” Visit the website for other upcoming productions .
NO SQUARE THEATRE 384 LEGION ST .; 949-715-0333 ; NOSQUARE . ORG Started in 1997 , this nonprofit offers theatrical experiences for all ages . Local amateur performers , directors and technical staff are all welcome to participate in the theater group ’ s plays , musicals , revues , choral performances and “ Lagunatics ,” an annual roast of life on the coast . The musical “ Legally Blonde ” is planned Aug . 2-11 . Visit the website for other upcoming productions .
MUSEUMS
LAGUNA ART MUSEUM :
307 CLIFF DR . 949-494-8971 ; LAGUNAARTMUSEUM . ORG Laguna Art Museum is a haven for art connoisseurs and neophytes alike , housing pieces by California artists — and works that represent the state ’ s history or lifestyle — across all periods and styles , from the 19th century to the present . One of this summer ’ s exhibits , “ In the Edge ,” runs through Sept . 2 , featuring Los Angeles art from the Joan and Jack Quinn Family Collection and explores experimental approaches to minimalism and new materials from the 1960s to 2000s . Visit the website for more exhibits .
GALLERIES
NORTH LAGUNA
CAST OF CROWNS ART COLLECTIVE
412 N . COAST HWY ., STE . C 949-715-7304 ; CASTOFCROWNS . COM Bodies meet art at this tattoo parlor that embraces Laguna ’ s artistic environment . Visitors can come in for an ink session or browse art on the walls by local