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( printmaker ), Cody Nicely ( glass artist ), Linda Potichke ( jeweler ), Nancy Swan ( painter ), and Sharon Williams ( photographer ).
The Festival Runway Fashion Show will be hosted by film production designer Nelson Coates , known for his work on films such as Crazy Rich Asians , Fifty Shades Freed , Flight , and The Proposal . Selecting the winners will be a panel of judges including Shelly Komarov , former costume designer and founder of the women ’ s sportswear and dress line KOMAROV ; Gerard Stripling , Laguna Beach artist and former costume and set designer ; and Pat Kollenda , Festival of Arts Board member and Laguna Beach Arts Commissioner . Up for grabs are cash prizes of $ 1,000 in four categories : “ Most Creative Concept ,” “ Most Exciting Ensemble Inspired by a Fashion Designer ,” “ Most Innovative Use of Materials ,” and “ Most Glamorous and Elegant Red Carpet Worthy Creation .” There will also be a “ People ’ s Choice Award ” to be voted on at the event .
The Festival Runway Fashion Show will take place at the Festival of Arts on Sunday , Aug . 18 from noon to 2 p . m . and is free with Festival admission . This year , visitors who bring a gently used item of clothing to donate to Working Wardrobes will receive free Festival of Arts admission . One admission per person , valid for Aug . 18 only . Purchase reserved seating and sit in the front row at the Fashion Show for $ 30 ( with a $ 5 per reserved seat service charge ) and Festival admission is included .
Adding to the excitement of the weekend , the Festival of Arts , in partnership with the City of Laguna Beach , proudly presents the Pacific Opera Project ’ s performance of “ The Mikado ” on Saturday , August 17 , from 5:30 p . m . to 7 p . m . Renowned for their engaging and accessible productions , the Pacific Opera Project ( POP ) offers a fresh and vibrant take on this classic Gilbert and Sullivan opera .
With colorful costumes , lively performances , and a modern twist , “ The Mikado ” promises to captivate audiences and provide an unforgettable evening of entertainment . The production features eye-popping colors , intricate choreography , and zany antics , giving this classic a signature POP twist . Additionally , a reworked libretto is sure to surprise even Gilbert & Sullivan aficionados with its unique take on what was originally a thinlyveiled critique of British nobility and politics . The performance is presented fully costumed , with a star-studded cast of POP regulars , including E . Scott Levin , Janet Todd and Phil Meyer . This program is funded by the lodging establishments of Laguna Beach .
The Festival Runway Fashion Show and Pacific Opera Project ’ s performance are free with Festival admission . General admission is $ 15 , students and seniors $ 11 , and children 6-12 $ 5 . Admission is free for children 5 and under , military personnel , and Laguna Beach residents . Both events will take place at the Festival of Arts grounds in Laguna Beach . Reserved seating for the Festival Runway Fashion Show is available now and can be purchased through the Festival of Arts ticket office . Reserved seating is not available for Pacific Opera Project , however there will be open seating available on a first come , first serve basis .
To stay up to date on all things Pageant of the Masters and Festival of Arts , follow the Festival on social media at @ FestivalPageant and visit www . foapom . com .
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Haiku Corner
By CHeRyL PROCACCINI
everything changes . impermanence : teacher of grief , gratitude , grace .
house finch ushers in dawn . soft warbling notes entice me to join the day .
black vultures circle waiting for death to descend and feed the living
Cheryl is a resident of Laguna Beach and writes Haiku poems inspired by the local flora and fauna around her . She is also a certified EMDR psychotherapist and the creator of Birdsong and the Eco- Wonders , BirdsongTV .
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