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Casa Romantica named ‘Best Place for Site-Specific Art’ in 2017 by OC Weekly

Casa Romantica was recently awarded the honor ‘Best Place To See Site-Specific Art’ in OC Weekly’s annual “Best of OC” contest. The editors wrote that “the most thrilling work at 1927 Spanish Revival Casa Romantica is created specifically for its every nook and cranny” and advised readers: “Casa Romantica’s site-specific commissioned pieces are the treasures of its ever-growing cultural programming, which seems to double every season.” OC Weekly covered both the Contemporary Dance Collective showcase (a walkable experience throughout Casa Romantica’s architecture and gardens to sample performances from LA and OC’s top companies) and the Rebecca Louise Law exhibition (an […]

Captivated by… Stefan Roos

Stefan Roos is a Swiss-born guitarist whose sensual approach to Classical and Spanish styles has earned him rave reviews from the stage at Lincoln Center in New York City to philharmonic halls across Europe. Casa Romantica interviewed Roos, who performs for the Casa Classic series on Thursday, November 30, about his respect of silence, how he wants music to impact his audience, and the story of his inspiration to create a setlist especially for Casa Romantica’s Spanish architecture. PLUS: Watch a sneak peek of Stefan Roos playing guitar

‘I Love You, California’ exhibition featured in Art Patron Magazine

Casa Romantica’s exhibition I Love You, California: The Peter and Gail Ochs Collection was a major feature in the November/December issue of Art Patron Magazine. The article, written by LA-based art critic Liz Goldner, extolled the merits of the “treasures” on view at Casa Romantica, including the landmark paintings Land of Sunshine by Maurice Braun and Sunny Slopes by William Wendt. The Peter and Gail Ochs Collection is comprised primarily of important pieces from the California Impressionist Art (1890-1930) canon. Twenty-three of their most prized works are on view at Casa Romantica though February 18, 2018 in the Casa Romantica […]

Casa Romantica Wins ‘Outstanding Arts Organization of 2017’ (video)

On October 17, 2017, Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens accepted the Achievement Award for Outstanding Arts Organization from Arts Orange County (ArtsOC), the officially-designated local arts agency of the County of Orange and its official state-local arts agency partner. The 18th Annual OC Arts Awards was held at the Samueli Theater in Costa Mesa, and Executive Director Berenika Schmitz accepted the award on behalf of Casa Romantica with Board of Trustees President Ruth DeNault. The OC Arts Awards were established to honor the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations to the arts in Orange County.

A Bohemian Dream Wedding: Scott and Jenny

Scott and Jenny’s Story As many modern love stories begin, Scott and Jenny met online. Coincidentally, they were both living and working in San Diego just minutes from each other. Although their paths had likely crossed unknowingly, it took an online dating app for the pair to finally meet. Scott admired Jenny’s “outdoors-y adventurous spirit” and she admired his love of the ocean and mountains. “From sailing and paddle boarding the Mission Bay to shredding fresh powder at Mammoth Mountain our love grew leaps and bounds.” Jenny recalls. The Engagement In October 2016, Scott and Jenny planned a camping trip […]

PleinAir Today Highlights Peter and Gails Ochs Collection to be Exhibited at Casa Romantica

Casa Romantica is pleased to announce that its upcoming Open Casa: I Love You, California exhibition has been featured in PleinAir Today, a digital newsletter version of PleinAir Magazine. “Including highlights by such luminaries as William Wendt and Maurice Braun, the California Impressionist collection of Peter and Gail Ochs is world-class,” notes PleinAir Today editor Andrew Webster. To read the article on Outdoor Painter, please follow the link listed below: https://www.outdoorpainter.com/the-peter-and-gail-ochs-collection/ The exhibition will host a free opening reception on Friday, November 3, 2017. Works will be on display in Casa Romantica’s Gallery, and will be included with general admission until February 18, 2018.

San Clemente Journal Features Toast to the Casa 2017

Casa Romantica is truly honored to have been selected to receive the 2017 Arts Organization of the Year award from Arts Orange County for its array of artistic and educational programs for community members of all ages. The San Clemente Journal describes Casa Romantica’s programs as ‘innovative,’ and has covered Toast to the Casa: 15th Anniversary Crystal Ball: Fortune Favors the Brave, the fundraising gala that is responsible for many of the funds put toward our year-round classical and jazz music concerts, original dance commissions, art exhibitions, educational lectures, wellness workshops, youth academies, and historic site preservation. The event netted in excess of […]

San Clemente Times Article Features Toast to the Casa Honorary Chairs Dr. and Mrs. Ron and Margaret Redmond

Casa Romantica was proud to partner with Dr. and Mrs. Ron and Margaret Redmond for its annual fundraising gala Toast to the Casa: 15th Anniversary Crystal Ball: Fortune Favors the Brave.  We are excited to report that the San Clemente Times published a feature on Toast to the Casa, and on the extensive impact the Redmonds have on the community. http://www.sanclementetimes.com/brightening-smiles-ron-margaret-redmond-honored-15th-annual-toast-casa/ Not only did the Redmonds sponsor this year’s Toast to the Casa as Honorary Chairs of the event, but they also underwrite Casa Romantica’s Music Festival and Academy, which offers classical music training and S.T.E.A.M. based education free of charge to under-served youth. We are grateful to […]