Category Archives: Music

News from ACE/121: Ernie Silva at Antaeus Theater 6/19

Posted on June 3, 2017 by EngAGE

Ernie is an ACE/121 resident! Get tickets here. Watch a 3-minute teaser here. “Heavy Like the Weight of a Flame” is a sea-green version of the blues! It’s a one-man show that is like watching a bar fight go on between our … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Learning to Play an Instrument Later in Life

Posted on May 6, 2017 by EngAGE

More people in their 50s and 60s are finding that taking up a musical instrument or singing improves their lives in many ways. Of course, at EngAGE we believe that discovering your creativity through participating in the arts has no … Continue reading →

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Profiles: Composer John Kander

Posted on March 17, 2017 by EngAGE

“Profiles” is an EngAGE Blog category devoted to occasional posts about older people who have made a significant creative impact in our world. Today’s subject: JOHN KANDER. John Kander, who celebrates his 90th birthday on March 18th, is the composer … Continue reading →

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News from Cotton’s Point: A Musical Interlude

Posted on March 5, 2017 by EngAGE

Residents at Cotton’s Point Senior Apartments in San Clemente, CA, enjoyed singing along and listening to entertainer Mike Chamberlin recently. Mike has been performing professionally for almost 50 years, and continues to perform for the 55+ communities throughout the West and … Continue reading →

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News from Long Beach Senior Arts Colony: “Magical Stars”

Posted on February 28, 2017 by EngAGE

We applaud our LBSAC “Magical Stars” who gave us a magical evening of talent in February.  Kudos to resident Veronica Bryant, who wrote, directed, and produced the show with a dedicated team of performers, volunteers, and supporters. The cast included … Continue reading →

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News from Portofino: Chinese New Year Celebration

Posted on February 17, 2017 by EngAGE

The residents of Portofino Villas in Pomona, CA, recently celebrated the Chinese New Year with a festive presentation of native costumes, dances, and singing. Some residents delighted the attendees with their excellent performances, and a professional group was brought to the … Continue reading →

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News from the Jasmine: Holiday Comedy

Posted on January 3, 2017 by EngAGE

At the Jasmine at Founders Village in Fountain Valley, CA, the Jasmine Comedy Group, led by Jo McLaughlin, did a phenomenal job performing holiday carols and hilarious skits for about 50 residents at the holiday party in December. ~ Meloney … Continue reading →

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