Palmdale to host bus excursion for “Les Miserables”

PALMDALE – The City of Palmdale will host a bus excursion to the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts for a performance of “Les Miserables” on Saturday, June 21.

“’Les Miserables’ is now the world’s longest-running musical,” said Palmdale’s Recreation Supervisor Paula Leszkiewicz.  “Enjoy this production of a nation in the grip of revolution, where convict Jean Valjean is on the run. Hunted relentlessly by the policeman Javert for breaking his parole, he must leave his past behind and keep his vow to raise the young orphaned Cosette.”

“Our bus excursions are quite popular, so early registration is highly recommended,” Leszkiewicz said.

Registration is $46 for Palmdale residents and $51 for non-residents. Proof of residency required. The bus will leave the Palmdale Transportation Center 39000 Clock Tower Plaza at 11:15 am and return at 6:45 pm.

Registration is available at www.cityofpalmdale.org/playpalmdale.

The City requires a minimum of 20 registrants for an excursion to take place. Individuals who wish to purchase more than eight tickets for any one trip must contact the excursion supervisor. Cancellations must be made two weeks in advance of excursion. The name of each person attending, address, phone number, emergency contact, and each minor child’s birth date are required. An adult must accompany anyone under age 18.

Upcoming summer excursions include:

Les Miserables – June 21, 11:15 am – 6:45 pm, $46 residents/$51 non residents
Les Miserables is now the world’s longest-running musical. Discover the production of a nation in the grip of revolution, where convict Jean Valjean is on the run. Hunted relentlessly by the policeman Javert for breaking his parole, he must leave his past behind and keep his vow to raise the young orphaned Cosette.

Sawdust Art Festival – July 12, 8:15 am – 7 pm, $13R/$18NR
Designed to both entertain and educate, the Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach draws visitors worldwide. Visitors are invited to stroll along sawdust-covered paths through a handcrafted village of fine arts and superb craftsmanship. The festival features demonstration booths, outdoor cafes and live musical entertainment.

Bye Bye Birdie – July 26, 10 am – 6 pm, $40R/$46NR
Before Beatle-Mania, there was the first, the original Conrad Birdie! Now Conrad is joining the Army and America is going Birdie-crazy, when Cabrillo Music Theatre brings back one of the most popular musicals to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza. Bye Bye Birdie combines humor, dance, nostalgia and satire with songs such as ‘Put On A Happy Face,’ ‘The Telephone Hour,’ ‘Kids’ and ‘A Lot Of Livin’ To Do.’

Ventura County Fair – August 2, 9:45 am – 7:30 pm, $16R/$21NR
Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of an old-fashion fair! Whether it’s the sweet smell of funnel cake or the memory of your first kiss at the top of a Ferris wheel, relive your experiences and create some new ones. The Ventura County Fair in Ventura features thousands of traditional exhibits and fabulous fair food.

Hollywood Bowl Fireworks Spectacular – August 16, 4:30 pm -12:15 am $31R/$36NR
Spend a delightful summer evening at a Southern California landmark. The Tchaikovsky Spectacular features the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra with an appearance by the USC Marching Band and spectacular fireworks. Take part in a long standing tradition by bringing a picnic to enjoy before the performance.

For more information, call 661/267-5611.

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