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San Clemente, CA – Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, a non-profit organization, celebrates a return to its popular Casa Kinetic dance series with a one-night performance of the top jazz dance sequences of all time from the silver screen, performed by the LA Follies. “All that Jazz,” an original revue commissioned by Casa Romantica, celebrates Hollywood’s most beloved choreographers, from Bob Fosse to Michael Bennett. The one-of-a-kind evening includes interludes from live vocalists evoking signature songs from iconic musicals.
“This commission is an excellent example of Casa Romantica’s mission to provide exceptional arts opportunities for people of all ages at our historic landmark,” says Executive Director Amy Behrens. “Setting a performance that pays homage to jazz dance and musical film in the context of our estate, built in 1927, ‘All That Jazz’ is a commentary on the rich history of the art form and of artful experiences as a whole.”
All That Jazz is underwritten by Gordon and Helen Olson with support from Peter and Gail Ochs.
In compliance with the orders and guidelines from the California Department of Public Health, this event will be held entirely outdoors in the Casa Courtyard, an open-air venue inside Casa Romantica’s historic estate with the intimate air of a cabaret club. The event has limited capacity to ensure that seating will be physically distanced by household. Guests will have their temperature screened upon arrival, and masks will be required at all times except when guests are eating or drinking in their seats.
“The safety of our guests, team, and performing artists are Casa Romantica’s top priority,” says Behrens. “We are proud to be a leader among other cultural institutions by adhering to rigorous health and safety protocols so our audiences can continue to enjoy our mission-focused high-caliber music programs.”
New Offerings!
Backstage Pass- For the first time in Casa Romantica history, you can experience first hand what goes into creating a site-specific performance. Watch a rehearsal, meet the performers, reserve your spot for the main event, and enjoy a picnic-style dinner at Casa Romantica.
Jazz Dance & History Package- Take a beginning Jazz dance class from Kylie Travis Program Director at Casa Romantica, learn about Jazz dance history from Kathryn Dunn, Professor for Glorya Kauffman School of Dance at the University of Southern California, and watch “All That Jazz,” at Casa Romantica.
About the LA Follies
Inspired by past and present Hollywood films, Colette Brandenburg and Shannon Zimmerman co-founded the LA Follies in 2012. The LA Follies have become known for their elite performers, tipping their hats to today’s most exciting performance styles and genres, and have performed for NBC Universal, Google, Camp Pendleton, 72 and Sunny, Home and Family, Holey Moley, Rayban, and more.
Tickets are available for purchase online at CasaRomantica.org/events, by calling (949) 498-2139, or by visiting the institution at 415 Avenida Granada in San Clemente.
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: La Serva Padrona (2020; classical music), 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 2020-21 Casa Captivating season includes an expanded dance (Casa Kinetic), theater (Casa Theater), and concert series (Casa Vibes), visual and performing arts commissions, and an expanded Casa Kids education program.
Casa Romantica also hosts a variety of free arts education programs for children year-round. The institution’s annual Casa Romantica Music Festival and Academy has received critical praise for its comprehensive two-week music studies program in cello, piano, viola, and violin. Casa Romantica also offers a Summer Dance Workshop, 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 non-profit 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 11 am—4 pm; Friday—Sunday 10am—2pm; closed Mondays and holidays. General admission is $5; Casa Members and children under age 13 visit for FREE. For more information, call (949) 498-2139 or visit CasaRomantica.org
