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Summary: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, a historic home and cultural center in south Orange County, announces its lineup of outdoor concerts and film screenings through the summer of 2022.
San Clemente, CA – Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, a nonprofit southern California cultural center, presents its lineup of outdoor concerts and film screenings through the summer of 2022. In keeping with Casa Romantica’s mission to provide programs at its cultural center, there is a variety of programming at all price points for everyone to enjoy. With free onsite parking and as a stop on the San Clemente Trolley Service (#16A), coming to Casa Romantica over the summer has never been easier.
“Casa Romantica really thrives in the summer with its perfect beach weather,” says Amy Behrens, Executive Director of Casa Romantica. “Whether you are looking for a cozy night out at the movies with your family or a fun night of dancing with friends – there is something for everyone at Casa Romantica.”
Series Description: Nighttime concert series outdoors in the Casa Romantica Courtyard. Guests can purchase assigned tables for 4 or general admission tickets.
The Amanda Castro Band, Thursday, June 9 @ 7 PM
Single ticket: General $25; Casa Romantica Members $20. Table of 4: General $100; $80 Casa Romantica Members
Description: Jazz singer Amanda Castro’s rich voice, energetic charisma, and fun personality helps her bring music of the past and present back to life in a vintage, but still modern fashion. Amanda fuses Vintage Jazz, New Orleans jazz, Swing, and Pop songs into a new musical experience.
Backwater Blues Band, Thursday, July 7 @ 7 PM
Single ticket: General $25; Casa Romantica Members $20. Table of 4: General $100; $80 Casa Romantica Members
Description: The Backwater Blues Band is one of San Diego’s #1 Blues, Authentic Rock & Blues, Soul Blues, Funk, Originals, Classic Rock Blues, and R&B. Comprised of members with a rich history in the San Diego music scene, the Backwater Blues Band will bring an ambiance and sound to your event second to none.
Blue Breeze Band, Thursday, August 25 @ 7 PM
Single ticket: General $25; Casa Romantica Members $20. Table of 4: General $100; $80 Casa Romantica Members
Description: The Blue Breeze Band delivers exciting performances that feature the best of Motown, R&B, soul, funk, and blues. Their funky and rich harmony work together to fill the air with rhythm to make you move!
Series Description: In partnership with Artifex Brewing Company, up-and-coming musicians perform contemporary music on the Ocean Terrace at sunset. This standing-room-only event is priced affordably for a fun night out!
Victoria Bailey, Thursday, June 16 @ 7 PM
Cover charge $12
Description: Raised in sunny Huntington Beach, Victoria Bailey aka the Honky Tonk Woman, is a classic country singer-songwriter whose craft in country music was honed by performing in honky tonks and bars at an early age. Bailey brings the spirit of the classic honky tonk to the 21st century through relatably raw, non-sugar coated songwriting that may seem unexpected from most contemporary female musicians in the country realm.
Undecided Future, Thursday, August 11 @ 7 PM
Cover charge $12
Description: Undecided Future is an Urban Pop band from Southern California with their own style of music. These beach city guys breathe positivity and fun-lovin’ into their lyrics and stage performances. 2019 winners of “The Young Entertainer’s Award” and 2017 winners of Ryan Seacrest’s global music competition “Best.Cover.Ever.”
Series Description: Pack up cozy blankets and chairs for a movie night under the stars in Casa Romantica’s Courtyard! A different array of films will be played through the summer including family-friendly and classic films.
Jurassic Park, Tuesday, June 28 @ 8 PM
General $10; Casa Romantica Members $5
Description: This month features Jurassic Park (1993), directed by Steven Spielberg.
Midnight in Paris, Tuesday, July 5 @ 8 PM
General $10; Casa Romantica Members $5
Description: This month features Midnight in Paris starring Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams about the romanticism of nostalgia, set in present-day Paris and the hot Paris nightclubs of the roaring 20s.
Alice in Wonderland (1951), Sunday, July 10 @ 8 PM
Free with RSVP
Description: Part of the Casa Kids programming with free to low-cost family-friendly events at Casa Romantica, this nighttime film screening of the Disney classic Alice in Wonderland (1951) is FREE to attend!
My Fair Lady, Tuesday, July 5 @ 8 PM
General $10; Casa Romantica Members $5
Description: Bring your family and pack up cozy blankets and chairs for a movie night under the stars in Casa Romantica’s Courtyard. This month features the classic musical film My Fair Lady (1964), starring Audrey Hepburn.
Series Description: High Tide Coffee is a local family-owned coffee shop and roastery with direct trade coffee that is roasted weekly. Coffee Concerts with High Tide Coffee is included with general admission to Casa Romantica. Start the morning off with freshly brewed coffee while enjoying an outdoor concert with local performers in the outdoor Redmond Amphitheater by the Sea.
Dates: Friday, June 17 and Friday, August 19 @ 10 AM; Live performances from 10-11 AM
General admission $5; children 12 and under FREE
Members Only 4th of July Party, Monday, July 4 @ 6:15 PM
Casa Romantica Adult Members $50; Casa Romantica Child Members $25 (under 18 years old)
Become a member at Casa Romantica today!
Description: A perk of being a member of Casa Romantica is the opportunity to participate in San Clemente’s most exclusive 4th of July party! Enjoy a jubilant evening of live music and delicious eats with an unparalleled view of the fireworks alighting off the San Clemente Pier. Food, drinks, and limited valet parking included (parking is guaranteed only for the first 50 cars).
Tickets are available now for all these events at CasaRomantica.org/Calendar or call (949) 498-2139 for reservations.
About Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens maintains a robust series of year-round programs in arts, music, history, horticulture, and literature for all ages. Casa Romantica has commissioned several critically-acclaimed works, including Casa Classic: Opera Through the Seasons (2021; site-specific commission), Casa Kinetic: Tango Romantica (2021; dance), Open Casa: Who was Nellie Gail Moulton? (2020; visual art), Casa Coastal: Murals of Levi Ponce (2019; visual art), Casa Theater: The Odd-Essy (2019; theater), Casa Kinetic: Culture Shock LA Hip Hop (2019; dance); Casa Coastal: The Art of Baja California (2018; visual art), Casa Theater: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2018; theater), Casa Kinetic: Celebrating Tap Dance Legends (2018; dance), Casa Coastal: Rebecca Louise Law (2017; visual art), Casa Kinetic: Contemporary Dance Collective (2017; contemporary dance), The Beauty of the Butterfly (2017; visual art), Casa Kinetic: Carrie Lee Riggins (2016; contemporary dance), Casa Drama: Slings & Arrows (2015; theater), and Open Casa: The Photographs of Douglas Kirkland (2015; visual art). The 2021-22 Casa Captivating season includes the brand new Connections thematic program series, an expanded Casa Jazz program, and expanded arts and wellness class series.
Casa Romantica also hosts a variety of free arts education programs for children year-round. The institution’s critically-acclaimed annual Summer Music Academies includes the Music Academy, Classical Music Workshop, and Summer Dance Academy, a Spring Break Arts Week, various art, literature, and horticulture events to grades K-12, and welcomes over 6,000 children from the Capistrano Unified School District each year for STEAM-based field trips that examine the history of San Clemente and the coastal environment.
Mission Statement: Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization and is the historic home of the founder of the City of San Clemente. Casa Romantica provides programs for all ages in arts, music, history, and horticulture and is a premier Southern California cultural center.
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens is located at 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, CA 92672. Hours: Tuesday—Thursday 10 AM—4 PM; Friday—Sunday 10 AM — 2 PM; closed Mondays and holidays. General admission is $5; Casa Members, active duty military with ID, and children under age 13 visit for FREE. For more information, call (949) 498-2139 or visit CasaRomantica.org
