TeenTix LA, an organization that connects local youths to LA’s vibrant cultural scene through its unique free TeenTix Pass program, announces the first of two special events designed to introduce teens to the digital pass’ notable benefit – “Street Symphony: Mariachi, Bach & Community” on Sunday, August 31, 3pm, at the historic Sierra Madre Playhouse. The special event also includes an exclusive private teens-only pre-concert mixer and post-concert artist talk-back. The concert, open to all teens ages 13-19, features the electrifying all-female mariachi ensemble Las Chorizeras, under the direction of vocalist Nancy Sanchez. In addition, Street Symphony, led by violinist and MacArthur Fellow Vijay Gupta, performs J.S. Bach’s Cantata BWV 82 “Ich habe genug,” with a community narrator offering a contemporary reflection woven between the music’s timeless arias and recitatives. Tickets ($5) are available at www.sierramadreplayhouse.org (use code TTLANIGHT).
The TeenTix Pass, available to teens 13-19 years old, provides access to more than 35 leading theaters, museums, and film centers in the Greater Los Angeles area for just $5 per ticket. Participating institutions include Armory Center for the Arts, Center Theatre Group, East West Players, Geffen Playhouse, Heidi Duckler Dance, Latino Theatre Company, Pacific Opera Project, Pasadena Playhouse, Sierra Madre Playhouse, Skirball Cultural Center, The Autry Museum of the American West, The Soraya, Wende Museum, and many more.
“The event at Sierra Madre Playhouse offers Southland youths a great way to ‘test drive’ TeenTix LA,” says Program Director Allison Whorton. “We welcome everyone! There are no requirements to participate other than age.”
She adds, “The mission of TeenTix LA is to spark teens’ curiosity about the arts and provide access to the region’s extraordinary cultural offerings by helping to eliminate cost as a barrier to entry. Equally important, TeenTix LA provides an opportunity for teens to engage with art their own terms and connect with like-minded teens. It is very easy to sign up for a free TeenTix Pass online through our website, la.teentix.org.”
TeenTix LA currently includes more than 4,000 passholders from 500 Southland zip codes. To date, TeenTix LA has facilitated more than 2,500 $5 ticket purchases, making the arts accessible while helping cultural institutions reach a younger demographic.
TeenTix Pass companion tickets are available to passholders as well, enabling them to bring friends or family members so they can enjoy cultural events together. LA Parent describes TeenTix LA, which also has a comprehensive online calendar of events for its cultural partners, listed by date, genre, venue, or organization, as “a one-stop shop for youth to learn about arts events in the city.”
For more information on TeenTix LA, or to sign up for a free TeenTix Pass, please visit la.teentix.org.