The bustling scene of downtown Fullerton showed promise on April 27 of its streets becoming more lively with the relocation of Xzbt, an art exhibit that aims to use its platform alongside […]
Xzbt aims to boost art scene in downtown Fullerton
Art Talk with Over the Moon: Mural, Mural, on the Wall
In this issue, we enthusiastically write about the beauty and function of mural art, particularly focusing on the art created by our own local muralist, Carla Roque. Recognized by the Orange County Register as one of the most influential people of […]
18 Botanical Inspired Art Installations Open Until May 12th Inside CSUF Arboretum
On view to the public through May 12, 2024, Symbiosis: 18 Environmental Art Installations are open inside the Arboretum & Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton. Situated at the intersection […]
Hits & Misses: Civil War
Civil War: A Hit and A Miss This movie has been referred to as “a scary vision of a broken America,” probably an apt description of the violence and mayhem that ensues […]
Brea Gallery is proud to present the 39th annual Made in California exhibition
Honoring contemporary creative movements throughout the state, the Brea Gallery proudly presents the 39th annual Made in California exhibition through June 23rd, 2024. For nearly four decades, this annual juried exhibit has […]
Dia del Niño and Pak Folk Fest Celebrate Culture
Fullerton is home to many people with rich cultural backgrounds. We have festivals representing Korean, Mexican, Pakistani, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, etc. On April 27, two fantastic festivals celebrating two beautiful cultures […]
The City of Fullerton presented certificates of recognitions to the volunteers who participated in the historic Lemon Bridge mural restoration
At the City Council meeting on Apri 16, council members Dr. Ahmad Zahra, Dr. Shana Charles, and Bruce Whitaker presented certificates of recognition to the volunteers who participated in the historic Lemon […]
Good times rolled for Friends of Jazz Mardi Gras!
The biggest event of the year, coinciding with FOJ’s 25th anniversary, showcased great music, food, and auction items. A few annual Friends of Jazz events are better, and none are bigger than […]
Hilbert Museum Exhibition Showcases 25 Years of Student Holocaust Art and Writing
A showing of the top-placing entries from the first 25 years of one of the country’s oldest and largest student art and writing contests focused on the Holocaust is coming to the […]
Movie Star Dream Comes True for 9 year old Fullerton Student
Nine-year-old Kira Suinn has always loved to act. Now, fueled by the skills she honed at Arborland’s Theater & Voice Acting Workshop, this budding actress is on the brink of seeing her […]
FJUHSD Art Exhibit Displays District’s Most Talented
FJUHS District Board is excited to share that a select collection of winning artworks from our recent art show was on display in the Boardroom until April 9. These pieces highlight the […]
OC Día del Niño Festival Brings Free Family Fun, Music, Dance and More to Fullerton on Saturday, April 27th
One of the First Major Events at the City’s Newly Renovated Hunt Branch Library and Event Center Free Family Event Features The Lucky Band, Kids Imagine Nation, and Fullerton’s Grupo Folklorico Monte […]
Unitarian Universalist Congregation Raises $12,000 for Reproductive Justice
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton (UUCF) hosted a Cabaret for Reproductive Justice on the evenings of March 22 and 23 as a fundraiser for Planned Parenthood. Local playwrights Chance Vernon and […]
Video Observer: Looking Back at Fullerton’s Silent Film Star Sharon Lynn
When I recently visited the Fullerton Public Library’s website, I read an entry on their “Fullerton’s Female Trailblazers” page about a silent film actress named Sharon Lynn, who was known as La […]
Fullerton Observer Survey: How important is it to you to have a paper newspaper?
How important is it to you to have a paper newspaper? Due to the high cost and environmental impact of paper, the Fullerton Observer is considering going to subscription only. That means […]
Evil Dead the Musical opens April 5 at the Maverick Theater
The Maverick Theater is bringing back an audience favorite this spring: Evil Dead The Musical. An Off-Broadway crowd-pleaser, Evil Dead The Musical combines all the elements of the cult classic films The […]
Hits & Misses: Fallen Leaves: Two Hits
Written and directed by Finnish filmmaker Aki Kaurismaki, “Fallen Leaves” won a major jury prize at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival. Although unknown in the U.S., Kaurismaki has made at least forty […]
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton will host Cabaret for Reproductive Justice on March 22 and 23
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton will host a Cabaret for Reproductive Justice featuring music and two original plays as a fundraiser for Planned Parenthood. Local playwrights Chance Vernon and Christina Garner […]
CSUF Devised Theatre Production “Accidentally on Purpose”
Offers a Noir-Inspired Story of Seduction and Betrayal The Cal State Fullerton Department of Theatre & Dance Season is proud to present “Accidentally on Purpose,” beginning March 13 and running through March […]
Free Bird Houses
After retiring as an aerospace engineer, Paul Williams of Yorba Linda took up woodworking. He decided that creating birdhouses would be simple enough to build, not too expensive to make, and something […]
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Art Talk with Over the Moon Gallery: Art Medium
With a blank canvas before them, an artist has a very important decision to make. What medium will best convey the image in their mind? This article will discuss four painting mediums: […]
AMERICAN FICTION: Two Hits
“American Fiction” is one of ten films nominated for a Best Picture Academy Award and has received nominations in several other categories. Writer/director Cord Jefferson has been nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay, […]
Read the Mid-February 2024 Issue
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Video Observer: Museum with World’s Largest Collections of California Narrative Art to Open in Orange
Recently, I had a unique opportunity to tour the spaciously reimagined new home of one of the world’s largest collections of California narrative art with art collector and philanthropist Mark Hilbert. […]
Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus”
The Maverick Theater begins its 2024 season with Peter Shaffer’s “Amadeus,” directed by Brian Newell. “Amadeus” is a gripping drama and a wonderful celebration of the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. When […]
Art Talk with Over the Moon: Who is an Artist?
Our definition is someone who has chosen to create through an artistic medium and to craft a lifestyle. Today’s artists must be entrepreneurs and wear multiple hats – creators, marketers, managers, and […]
Video Observer: Past Forward Exhibition Examines History of CSUF Visual Arts Complex
See videos on YouTube @emersonlittle1901 Because a large portion of Cal State Fullerton’s College of the Arts was and still is under construction, Marie-Andrée Chinchilla and Enrique Del Rivero, curatorial assistants […]
Fullerton Art Walk with Free Exhibit Admission Tonight & Opening at the Ranii Gallery
The collaborative spirit embedded in these artworks epitomizes the essence of the sister-city partnership between the Fullerton School District and Fukui, Japan. The featured art stems from an annual international art exchange […]
The Ron Kobayashi Trio
On a crisp Saturday night in Fullerton, many people warmed themselves under heat lamps in the outdoor area of Les Amis to listen to the jazz stylings of The Ron Kobayashi Trio. […]
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Electric Company Theatre Opens 2024 Season with site-specific Fiddler on the Roof
Electric Company Theatre will kick off the 2024 season with an outdoor, site-specific production of the beloved classic Fiddler on the Roof, directed by Co-Artistic Director Brian Johnson. Taking place under a […]
See Fullerton Union High School’s Production of “A Monster Calls” on Friday, January 12th at 7 pm
Fullerton Union High School’s theatre program is thrilled to announce the outstanding success of its production of “A Monster Calls” at the 2023 California Educational Theatre Association’s (CETA) High School Theatre Festival. […]
Hits & Misses Movie review: Maestro
MAESTRO: Two Hits The movie’s title refers to Leonard Bernstein, America’s first native-born conductor to achieve international fame. He also achieved enormous stature as a composer, his most famous production being “West […]
Art Talk with Over the Moon: Make 2024 a Year Full of Art
Thinking about New Year’s resolutions can get old fast. Part of the reason is that many resolutions are strict rules or guidelines for which you haven’t mustered the energy or enthusiasm in […]
