​The Ojai Art Center (OAC) has eight branches -- each offering their featured performances and events -- and hosts a series of classes and special events such as Art in the Park and Jammin' at the AC. 

​Our mission, since we opened our doors in 1939, has been to support and advance the interest of the arts within our community. 
​
Please feel free to come down and enjoy all we have to offer. We encourage you to consider becoming a member which will bring you the satisfaction of supporting the arts on a local level as well as providing you discounts on theatre productions, discounts on activity fees, art purchases, events and our monthly newsletter.

Theatre Branch Presents:
Macbeth
Weekends March 16 - April 8

Picture
​Shakespeare scholar and director Michael Addison explores how the lust for power leads to madness and mayhem. He promises that this won't be detached "classical theatre," it won't be "beautifully dressed Shakespeare," it won't be "lovely poetry" -- it's about slaughter and mayhem, with some raw sexuality released in the process.
Performance times are Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Call 805-640-8797 for reservations or go to Ojaiact.org. For more information...

The Literary Branch Presents:
Best-Selling Author, Carol Kline
April 23, 7:00 PM

​Ojai’s own Carol Kline, a N.Y Times Best-Selling author who co- wrote several books for the “Chicken Soup” series  which have sold over five million copies. Inspired by her experience writing Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover’s Soul in 1997, she became deeply involved in animal rescue work and helped create an animal shelter called Noah’s Ark Animal Foundation in Fairfield, Iowa.  A freelance writer/editor for more than thirty years, Carol specializes in narrative non-fiction and self-help books and has taught meditation programs to the general public since 1975.   

​Please join us in the gallery for her talk, followed by a reception and book signing. Suggested donation of $5. For more information...

The Art Branch Presents:
The Great Art Theft, Where Great Art is a Steal
​Gala Sunday, April 29, 1:00 PM

Picture
For the past 5 years, the OAC has sponsored this event to raise funds for refurbishing the gallery. Last year we upgraded the lights in the gallery and showcases, painted and redid the gallery walls. There is more to be done. 
Local artists have donated pieces to be on display starting April 7. For $75, you can own an original piece of art donated by these artists. When you buy a ticket, your name is put in a basket and drawn at the gala on Sunday, April 29. As your name is called, you choose your favorite piece. For the next month, come view the art, pick your favorite(s) and by a ticket.
​For more information...

The Music Branch Presents:
Singer Chamber Players
​Sunday, April 22nd at 2:00 PM

The Music Branch presents a return concert by the esteemed Singer Chamber Players. Their varied and uplifting program includes works by Beethoven, Nino Rota (composer of the music for "The Godfather"), Paert and Rachmaninoff.  World renowned soloist and chamber musician, clarinetist David Singer spent over two decades in the Grammy Award-winning Orpheus Chamber Orchestra.  "Accomplished" (LA Times) and "expressive" (Ventura Star) cellist Virginia Kron has inspired many composers to write for her. This concert introduces to Singer Chamber Players acclaimed pianist Armen Guzelimian, praised by Musical America and the Los Angeles Times as "brilliant and delicate", and "soul-wrenching" Tickets sold only at the door: $10 general admission, $8 Art Center members and students. For further information call 805-640-1158.

Youth Branch Presents:
Disney's The Little Mermaid JR.
Auditions Begin April 22nd
Show Starts August 3rd

​Our Youth Branch presents a tuition free Summer program for kids aged 5-18. Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). ​There are roles for all kids, Arial, Flounder, Sebastian, Prince Eric, Ursula, Scuttle, Mersisters, King Triton just to name a few! 

Auditions are April 22, 23, & 24 at 5pm. Please email gai.jones@sbcglobal.net with audition information request. Bring your calendar for conflicts! The show dates are August 3,4,5 and 10,11,12. Rehearsals will be Wednesday evenings 6:30-8 until school ends.  During summer break, June through July, we rehearse 4-7 Monday-Thursday.

Art and Theater Collide
​The “Bakersfield Mist” / Jackson Pollock Art Challenge and Competition

During the production of Bakersfield Mist, May 7 – May 27, art and theater collide. Bakersfield Mist tells the story of a woman down on her luck who finds a piece of art she thinks may be a lost Jackson Pollock worth millions. Director, Susan Kelijian has planned an art competition in conjunction with the play.​

Adult Artist Challenge: To create a painting closest in style and material to Jackson Pollock, which could be considered a “lost Pollock” from the years 1946-1952 that would be such a believable piece, it would be cause for an authenticity expert. 

Student Competition: (open to students ages 7-17 in the Ojai Valley and surrounding area) To create a painting which captures the feel of a Jackson Pollock of any period.  

For more information...

Art in the Park Applications are now available

To apply for participation in the 41st Annual Art in the Park, click here to download the application or apply online.

Become an Art Center Member

Picture
Become an Art Center Member and support the arts in Ojai:Support the Arts - purchase your membership today!
The Ojai Art Center is located at:
113 So. Montgomery St.
Ojai, CA 93023
805-646-0117
Email us
Our mailing address is P.O. Box 331, Ojai CA 93024