Winter
........................................... Calendar: What’s Ahead this Season
12.11.06 p.4
By kevin cole
Daily Titan Staff Writer thebuzz@dailytitan.com
Winter break is here, which means six weeks until spring semester starts in February. And, with a break from studies and time to spare, we’ve got to find something to do. Luckily, The Buzz is here to help with lists of movies, concerts and local fun as your entertainment guide for winter.
New Movies
“Rocky Balboa” in theaters Dec. 20
Though Sylvester Stallone is a little older than he was when “Rocky” first came out, he’s still got it. Well, at least he thinks he does. We’re not sure yet whether this is a hit or miss but in either case, if you like the first few movies, make a marathon out of it and have some fun.
“Freedom Writers” in theaters Jan. 5
This time of year is when a score of Academy Award hopefuls hit the theaters, and this is bound to be one of the candidates this year as Hillary Swank plays a teacher who unifies her racially-divided group of students to help them achieve academic success.
“Hostel 2” in theaters Jan. 5
There’s nothing better than a good ol’ fashion horror movie sequel. Although the first movie wasn’t too great maybe they’ve learned this time around.
“Alpha Dog” in theaters Jan. 12
Another contender for the Oscars, “Alpha Dog” will also be a chance to see if Justin Timberlake can actually act as he stars in a film about Jesse James Hollywood, the youngest man to be on the F.B.I.’s most wanted list.
Local Events
All winter long:
“You Won’t Part with Yours, Either: Robert Perine and the Fender Guitar,” an exhibition at the Fullerton Museum, will be on display throughout our winter break. The exhibit shows the many ads Perine designed for Fender Guitars. In the ads, someone with a guitar is doing something unlikely.
Jan. 11-28
“Aladdin,” the Disney movie turned play, will be put on by the Brea Youth Theatre at Curtis Theatre in Brea. It’s only a few minutes north of campus and a lot of fun, especially since we all love Disney’s “Aladdin.” Tickets are only $12.
Jan. 14
“The First 80 Years are the Hardest,” an event put on in CSUF’s very own Meng Concert Hall, will be a black-tie event and a little steep in price at $250. But, with a full night of dinner and show with Carol Channing performing, it will be a lot of fun. For those who eat before they arrive, tickets are only $55 for concert only.
Concerts
George Lopez, Dec. 21, 22 and 26-31
Sure, it’s not really a concert, but Lopez will be doing comedy at the Gibson Amphitheater for seven days, which is plenty of time for fans to catch his live show.
Jack FM OC New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31
There are many New Year’s Eve parties out there, and the local Orange County party is Jack FM’s at the Orange County Fair Center with Blondie, Everclear and Berlin.
B.B. King, Jan. 1 and 6
Shows are even more fun when a legend is performing. B.B. King will be performing at the House of Blues, Anaheim Jan. 1 and at the Kodak Theater in Los Angeles on Jan. 6.
Justin Timberlake, Jan. 9
Even men can’t deny Timberlake has some catchy songs and some rythym. He’ll be playing at our local Honda Center, former Arrowhead Pond, in Anaheim.
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto, Jan. 20
There are many concerts this season to rock out or dance to, but when you want to relax, there’s nothing better than Tchaikovsky. And, who doesn’t like “Peter and the Wolf.”
Candlelight Concert and Dinner Saturday By erika dresser
Daily Titan Staff Writer thebuzz@dailytitan.com
The Cal State Fullerton Music Associates are hosting a holiday event Saturday that will leave audiences humming their way into the Christmas spirit. This holiday spectacular includes a festive catered dinner in the Titan Student Lounge. Following the meal, patrons will be escorted to Meng Concert Hall for an enchanting concert with the University Singer, the Chamber Choir and the Brass Ensemble. Under the direction of Robert Istad, director of choral activities, the event promises to deliver both fun and entertaining musical performances that will include, among other things, choreography and puppets. Istad has put a great deal of effort into perfecting and coordinating the wide range of performers in the concert. “This is the very first time I’ve conducted the event. While I was
Chamber Choir and University Singers at Meng Concert Hall, Nov. 4, 2006.
doing my masters [degree] years ago, I helped with the event, and now I’m in charge of it,” he said. “The idea was to have more of a collage approach to the concert. I wanted to make this more entertaining, instead of a boring Christmas concert.” The men’s chorus and the women’s choir will be performing well-known songs such as “Hark the Herald Angels Sing,” a rhythmic jazz rendition of “Let it Snow” and the ever-popular “Silent Night,” accompanied by both brass and
piano. The entire arts department rallies around this event to support the music department and raise funds. “This event started about 25 years ago with just cookies and punch. Eventually we started doing the catered dinner in the TSU, and now this is the first year that we are going to do the concert in the Meng Hall,” said Gabriele Genereux, President of Music Associates. The organization provides essential support for the music
Photo Courtesy of Cal State Fullerton
department through their generous donations, which go toward scholarships as well as performance awards. This is the CSUF Music Associates big fundraiser for the year. “Last year we were able to give over $25,000 in donations. We are all volunteers and our overhead is very little, so we are fortunate enough to be able to donate 100 percent of the proceeds from this particular event,” Genereux said. The dinner menu consists of
DuBarry crème soup with sautéed rock shrimp, short ribs in a burgundy sauce with scalloped potatoes. And for dessert, a mandarin orange Bavarian cake with Grand Marnier sauce. Wine is also included in the meal. “This is just supposed to be a fun romp. It’s a lot of beautiful music, but I think people are going to have a really good time as well,” Istad said. “Both my self and the students have been working very hard to put this all together, and I’m eager to see how it all turns out.” Tickets for the concert are only available through the box office, located in the new performing arts building. For faculty and students tickets are $20. Unless the event sells out, tickets will be available for purchase up until Saturday. Dinner and concert tickets are available until Wednesday for $100. Any students interested in attending the dinner or would like to receive a formal invitation should call Gabriele Genereux at 714- 8714150 for more information.
