A Gallery Fine Art offers some of today's aspiring artists the opportunity to display their work in glass, sculptures, functional furniture and paintings. Some of the featured artists are Roberto Azank, Mark Hopkins, Audrey Handler, and Dutch Shulze.
Virginia Waring International Piano Competition is a nonprofit organization that provides outreach concerts and hosts an eight-day international piano competition.
Richard Danskin Galleries specializes in California plein air impressionist and contemporary original art. Local artists are featured at this gallery, and exhibitions change on a regular basis. Owner Richard Danskin has been working with artists for many years and is a native of California. Artists shown at this gallery include Thomas Arvid, Carol Bailey, Graeme Baxter, Jed Bowker, Richard Danskin and many others. The gallery is located on the ground floor in El Paseo and has free parking, either on the street or in the parking lots behind the buildings.
The Jake Dent Gallery is now owned by artist Timothy Shanahan. As a skilled artist, he helps make the beautiful pieces the gallery features. The gallery has art for both inside the home and out. Stunning, sturdy sculptures, unique pottery and artistic fountains are all available for purchase. Paintings, furniture and unique decor items round out the inventory. The gallery features the work of many talented Southern California artists. Commissioned work is available.
Christian Hohman Art is an art gallery that carries distinctive works by famous artists. Artist’s receptions and appearances happen on a regular basis. Azgour, Batura, Berrocal, Chagall and other master painters are all available at this gallery. Buying, selling, authentication and consultation for collectors interested in diversified art investment portfolios are part of the specialized customer service available at this gallery. Christian Hohman participates in the El Paseo Art Walk, which occurs the first Thursday of the Month October through May from 5-9 p.m.
Ramey Gallery shows pieces by such notable contemporary artists as Dominic Benhura, Tom Gehrig, Penny Mulligan, Kevin Box, Mark Yale Harris and many others. Master sculptures are shown on a regular basis and some of the works are spectacular. RSVPs are requested for attendance at specialty shows and upcoming events are published on the website or sent by e-mail to interested people who have signed the guest book.
Desert Art Collection offers the Coachella Valley some of today's most renowned artists displaying their talents in an architectural wonder of a gallery.
Exhibitions feature accomplished, renowned artists, many have won important national and international awards. One of the gallery rooms is devoted to Michael Battaglia, sought after for his ragged-edged, Venetian plaster mural paintings. Other notable artists include Robert R. Bradshaw, Charlotte Lees, Aiko Morioka, Max DeMoss, Aida Schneider, Virgil Villers and Michael Anthony Nisperos. Shows monthly through the desert season. Please call for details.
Cinemas Palme D'or is in the Palm Desert Westfield Mall on Highway 111. It offers the latest releases in feature films shown on four screens. It is on the upper level in between the McDonald's and Rubio's in the food court so it is easily accessible. It has large cushioned seats that are very comfortable,so enjoy your movie in comfort and style.
The Arthur Newman Theatre is an intimate performance venue. This venue hosts various events throughout the year. An events calendar is available on its website.
Epic Entertainment provides entertainment personalities to corporate and private parties. Celebrity lookalikes, bands and DJs are all offered. Prices are reasonable, and some acts can be booked withing 24 hours.
Jones & Terwilliger is a fine-art gallery that specializes in contemporary American art and displays the work of such notable artists as Ken Auster and Mark English. Many paintings are viewable when you browse the gallery, located in the downtown El Paseo shopping district.
J Willott Gallery carries original paintings of museum quality. Owners Josh Paquette and Josh Otten founded the gallery in 2007. Many works of art are on display from artists such as Paul Davis, Luke Frazier, David Derrick and many others. It is in downtown El Paseo and surrounded by great shopping. J Willott Gallery is part of the Laguna Beach Art Walk that occurs from 5-9 p.m. the first Thursday of each month from October through May. There is a citywide reception at the many galleries that participate in this event.
The McCallum Theatre brings renowned performers from around the world to the heart of Palm Desert. The 1,127 seat state-of-the-art theatre has recently been host to everyone from Diana Krall to Kathy Griffin, and often stages ballets and musicals. It can also be rented out for private events. The theatre is active in the arts community, and helps raise funds for organizations. The McCallum Theatre Institute is the education division, and offers a wide variety of arts education programs for the community, including free activities for more than 37,200 schoolchildren and teachers each year. Because of this child-friendly focus, the theatre is one of the most popular destinations for field trips in the Coachella Valley.