APAB
Acalanes Performing Arts Boosters
Choral Spring Concert
"Soundtracks"
DATES: Tuesday, May 17
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a night of beautiful music by various Acalanes Choral groups as they perform favorite songs from movie soundtracks. Led by Director Lauren Gibson. Free admission.
Jazz Cafe 2022
DATE: Friday, May 20
TIME: 5:30 to 9:30pm
LOCATION:
Stanley Middle School’s Multi-Use Room.
Always a popular community event, this year’s Jazz Cafe will feature talented Jazz Bands from Acalanes, Stanley Middle School, Campolindo and more. All will be coming together for an evening of music and to honor Mr. Bob Athayde after 35 years of inspirational service to the Lamorinda Community.
Free admission. Doors open at 5pm. Dinner food trucks 5pm - 8:30 pm. Desserts, coffee, and beverages. Additional information here.
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AHS SPRING MUSICAL
Beauty & the Beast
DRAMA, INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC, & CHORAL
DATES: Wed, March 2 - Sat, March 5
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
Fall Jazz Concert
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
DATES: Tuesday, November 16
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
The musical festivities continue in November with a Jazz Concert hosted by our renowned Acalanes High School Jazz Ensemble, led by Music Director Lauren Gibson. They will be joined by members of the Las Lomas High School Jazz Ensemble. Come and enjoy some fabulous music! Free admission, masks required.
Choral Spring Concert
"Soundtracks"
DATES: Tuesday, May 17
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a night of beautiful music by various Acalanes Choral groups as they perform favorite songs from movie soundtracks. Led by Director Lauren Gibson. Free admission.
Jazz Cafe 2022
DATE: Friday, May 20
TIME: 5:30 to 9:30pm
LOCATION:
Stanley Middle School’s Multi-Use Room.
Always a popular community event, this year’s Jazz Cafe will feature talented Jazz Bands from Acalanes, Stanley Middle School, Campolindo and more. All will be coming together for an evening of music and to honor Mr. Bob Athayde after 35 years of inspirational service to the Lamorinda Community.
Free admission. Doors open at 5pm. Dinner food trucks 5pm - 8:30 pm. Desserts, coffee, and beverages. Additional information here.
AHS SPRING MUSICAL
Beauty & the Beast
DRAMA, INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC, & CHORAL
DATES: Wed, March 2 - Sat, March 5
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
Fall Jazz Concert
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
DATES: Tuesday, November 16
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
The musical festivities continue in November with a Jazz Concert hosted by our renowned Acalanes High School Jazz Ensemble, led by Music Director Lauren Gibson. They will be joined by members of the Las Lomas High School Jazz Ensemble. Come and enjoy some fabulous music! Free admission, masks required.
Romeo & Juliet
DRAMA
DATES: Tuesday, April 26 - Friday, April 29
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: Acalanes Little Theater
The Acalanes DramaDons are proud to present Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare on April 26, 27, 28, and 29 in the Acalanes Little Theater. All shows start at 7:00pm and doors open at 6:30.
Updates
APRIL 2022
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Here are some exciting results from our fabulous Acalanes instrumental groups from their recent participation in local events.
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The Acalanes Wind Ensemble performed at the Sonoma Invitational Festival on March 11, where the band received high praise from their post-performance clinician Dr. Caslor from Arizona State.
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The Acalanes Jazz Ensemble performed at Santa Cruz Jazz Festival on March 19, receiving well-deserved perfect(!!) scores from all the adjudicators.
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A big congratulations to our students who made Contra Costa County Honor Band: Riley Bonner, Nathan Joseph, Cole Rubener, Spencer Tantameng, Aya Watanabe, Koto Watanabe, Naoto Watanabe
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A big congratulations to our students who made Contra Costa County Honor Jazz Band: Riley Bonner, Tommy Gallagher, Spencer Tantameng
Acalanes Jazz Ensemble at the Santa Cruz Jazz Festival
Winter Concerts
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC & CHORAL
DATES: Tuesday, December 7 - Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, Octet.
Wednesday, December - Chorus, Orchestra, Wind Ensemble
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Performing Arts Center
Join Music Director Lauren Gibson as she leads her talented musical groups in performing beautiful melodies in two fabulous Winter Concerts this month!
Free admission!
Almost Maine
DRAMA
DATES: Oct 25-30, 2021
TIME: 7:00pm
LOCATION: AHS Little Theater
Welcome to Almost, Maine, a place that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States. It’s almost in Canada. And it’s not quite a town, because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it almost doesn’t exist. One cold, clear, winter night, as the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend—almost—in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.
Welcome Back
AUGUST 2021
Dear Performing Arts Families,
While LPIE provides funding within the classroom, APAB helps sustain a high quality performing arts education via funding and volunteer support for enrichment activities outside the classroom. APAB is a parent-led 501(c)(3) organization with individual boards for Choral, Drama and Instrumental Music that collectively work together. A few examples of areas your APAB donations support are listed here:
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DRAMA: costumes, props, set and publicity materials for our two annual major drama productions; parent volunteering provides crucial support for show operations.
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CHORAL: transportation to choral festivals, student scholarships for tours, workshops; parent volunteers provide logistical support for choral concerts and other events.
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INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC: transportation and other support for music festivals, tours, clinics and community events, various need-based scholarships; parents provide volunteer support for all events and activities including fall, winter and spring performances.
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ANNUAL SPRING MUSICAL: All elements of this collaborative effort between Choral, Drama and Instrumental Music are fully supported by APAB.
For a preliminary Performing Arts 2021-22 calendar, see the dates listed on this page.
As we move into the new school year, we’d also like to share a few highlights with you…
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As long as local health guidance continues to allow, all our 2021-22 Instrumental Music Concerts, Choral and Drama events will be in person!
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Thanks to your generous contributions, we’re very excited to confirm the Performing Arts Center lighting upgrades will be installed and utilized for the first time this year!
Your commitment to supporting the performing arts at Acalanes in all its forms is greatly appreciated! Warm regards and best wishes for a wonderful year,
Pauline Proffett, Instrumental Music VP and
Mary Beth Towery, Dramatic Arts VP