Some classes, exhibits and events are available exclusively online. All events are subject to change and cancellation; always verify with venue and/or organizer.
OPENING THEATER
CRIMES OF THE HEART | March 28-April 20. When a woman from a small Southern town shoots her abusive husband, her two sisters rally to her side, forcing all three to confront their dysfunctional family ties. $0-25. Ojai Art Center Theater, 113 S. Montgomery Street, Ojai, ojaiact.org.
GRAND HORIZONS | Sunday, March 30, 6 p.m. Staged reading of a play by Bess Wohl about a couple that decides to divorce after 50 years of marriage. Free. Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-495-3715, conejoplayers.org.
OPENING ART
BEATRICE WOOD CENTER FOR THE ARTS | Saturday, March 29, 1-4:30 p.m. “Red Poppies,” a painting workshop with Amy Lynn Stevenson. No experience necessary. $75; includes all materials and canvas. Through May 11: “Work From Beato’s Studio.” Beatrice Wood Center for the Arts, 8585 Ojai-Santa Paula Road, Ojai, www.beatricewood.com.
CAMARILLO ART CENTER | Thursday, March 27, 5:15-7:15 p.m. Drop-in watercolor class with Kathy Whitesell. $5-10 plus $5 materials fee. To RSVP contact kathy.whitesell@camarilloartcenter.org. Through March 30: “Beauty in the Unusual.” Thursdays with Arline, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. on March 6, 13, 20 and 27. $5 fee for nonmembers. Located at 3150 Ponderosa Drive. Please visit our website at www.CamarilloArtCenter.org.
JOHN SPOOR BROOME LIBRARY | March 29-May 30. “We Remember: Ventura County to Vietnam and Back,” interviews, film, music and readings on the Vietnam experience. Opening reception on Saturday, March 29, 2 p.m. California State University, Channel Islands, 1 University Drive, Camarillo, www.oxnardfilmsociety.org.
SPORE SPACE | March 30-May 25. “Emergence,” interlocking ceramic sculptures by Rodrigo Ormachea. Opening reception on Sunday, March 30, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 211 E. Matilija Street, Ojai, sporespace.net.
AUDITIONS/CALLS TO ARTISTS
ARTS COUNCIL OF THE CONEJO VALLEY BOARD | As we approach the 2025-2026 term, the Arts Council of the Conejo Valley (ACCV) is seeking dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is an opportunity for passionate leaders within our community to help shape the future of the arts in the Conejo Valley. We are currently looking to fill several key positions on our board. If you are motivated to contribute to the growth and success of the arts in our community and believe you can fulfill the responsibilities of these roles, please send your resume to info@conejoarts.org as soon as possible.
BAA’S 36TH ANNUAL OPEN COMPETITION | Through April 18. A juried show for members and non-members exhibiting May 3-28, 2025 at Ojai Art Center. Artists must be 18 years or older and may submit up to three (3) works of art for consideration. Open to all professional and amateur artists in the United States. Deadline: Midnight, Friday, April 18. See the call on Entrythingy or download the prospectus for more information. You can also find the prospectus on our website, BuenaventuraArtAssociation.org, under Member Services in the top menu.
CHANNEL ISLANDS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA YOUNG ARTISTS SERIES | Through May 15. CHICO announces auditions for young artists to perform as soloists with the orchestra in its 16th Annual Young Artists Series in January-February, 2026. Open to ages 21 and under (25 for vocalists) who reside or attend school in Ventura County. Reference required. Finalists selected in May. For more information and to apply, visit cichamberorchestra.org/community-outreach/yas-auditions.
DAB ART | Ongoing. The contemporary art organization is currently seeking submissions of work in any media for group and solo exhibitions at H Gallery and Studios in Ventura. Submit three to 20 images; $35 entry fee. For submission guidelines, online application and more information, visit www.dabart.me/ventura-2.
LOS ROBLES CHILDREN’S CHOIR | Through May 6. Calling all young singers! Los Robles Children’s Choir is expanding and actively seeking new singers ages 7-18 to join the choir. If you’re interested, come to our open rehearsal on Tuesday, May 6, 4:30-6 p.m. and see firsthand what LRCC is all about! RSVP Required here: https://forms.gle/wEKdYq8UUjLhRHVBA.
PLEIN AIR PAINT OUT | April 4-5. Calling all artists! For the first time, the VBG Paint Out is an open artist call. Join us and paint your favorite flowers, plants and garden vistas al fresco. Open to all artists, no RSVP required. Bring your paints, easel, and anything else you need on Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. Gallery show on May 10. Ventura Botanical Gardens, 567 S. Poli Street, Ventura, venturabotanicalgardens.com.
SUPPORTING AND SUSTAINING ARTS AND CULTURE GRANTS | Through March 31. With a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and a match from the County of Ventura, the Ventura County Arts Council’s Supporting and Sustaining Arts and Culture (SSAC) program will offer eight grants of up to $10,000 to small, 501(c)(3) arts organizations in Ventura County that demonstrate a commitment to working in underserved and under-resourced communities and neighborhoods. The application window for this grant is now open and closes at 5 p.m. PST on Monday, March 31. Application and more information at www.jotform.com/form/250216879579169.
VENTURA COUNTY FAIR YOUTH POSTER CONTEST | Through March 31. Open to Ventura County youth in grades kindergarten through 12th, the contest awards cash prizes for first, second and third place overall to participants whose posters best depict this year’s fair theme, “Waves of Fun.” Additionally, grade-level first, second and third place ribbons and school participation awards are given. Families, teachers and youth are encouraged to read all contest guidelines before creating: VenturaCountyFair.org/fair/contests.
ONGOING THEATER
ANASTASIA | Through April 13. A young woman (who might be a lost Russian princess) and a charming conman search for her true identity in 1920s Europe. $20-22. Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, 805-495-3715, conejoplayers.org.
CABARET | Through March 30. The seedy glamour of the Kit Kat Club with its bawdy Emcee, provide an unsettling but fitting backdrop to the story of the hard-living entertainer Sally Bowles in the decadent nightlife of Germany in the early ’30s. Presented by 5-Star Theatricals. $68-95. Scherr Forum Theatre of the Bank of America Performing Arts Center, 2100 E. Thousand Oaks, Thousand Oaks, 805-449-2787, bapacthousandoaks.com.
CRAZY MAMA | Through April 13. Linda Purl plays 16 characters in this tour-de-force about a young girl’s decades-long dream of saving her mother from the soul-crushing grip of mental illness. Previews March 26-28; opening night gala on Saturday, March 29. $20-$150. Rubicon Theatre Company, 1006 E. Main Street, Ventura, 805-667-2900, www.rubicontheatre.org.
ONGOING ART
643 PROJECT SPACE | Through March 28. “Toy Ploy,” toys slyly recreated in painting (by Christophe Bourély) and digital mixed media (Larry Lytle) to explore environmental and social issues. 643 Project Space, 643 N. Ventura Avenue, Ventura, www.643projectspace.com.
AGRICULTURE MUSEUM | Opened Feb. 8. “Enfoque: Voces Indígenas Mexicanas del Condado de Ventura/In Focus:Mexican Indigenous Voices of Ventura County,” 40+ photographs by Diego Huerta highlighting our local Mexican Indigenous communities. Ongoing: “Farm to Market,” an interactive exhibit promoting healthy lifestyles through role play; plus antique tractors, farming implements, a living beehive and more. Hours: Thursdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 926 Railroad Avenue, Santa Paula, 805-525-3100, venturamuseum.org/visit-agriculture-museum/.
BUENAVENTURA ART CENTER | hrough April 8. Solo show by Laura Jespersen. Reception on March 23, 1-4 p.m. 1591 Spinnaker Drive, #207, Ventura Harbor, www.buenaventuraartassociation.org.
CAMARILLO RANCH | Ongoing. Step back in time and experience daily life on a sprawling California rancho at the turn of the last century. Docent-guided tours of the Camarillo family’s 1892 Queen Anne Victorian home, historical photos, period furniture and more. The beautifully manicured grounds include a dozen unique thematic gardens. $5 for house tours. 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo, 805-389-8182, camarilloranchfoundation.com.
CANVAS AND PAPER | Through April 13. Work by William Scott. 311 N. Montgomery Street, Ojai, canvasandpaper.org.
CHANNEL ISLANDS MARITIME MUSEUM | Through March 31. “The Living Ocean,” with art by members of the Pastel Society of the Gold Coast that celebrates the beauty of the sea. Reception on Saturday, Feb. 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Ongoing: Maritime art covering Asian, European and American seafaring history; the Marple Model Ship Collection; exhibits on whales, sailors and the Port of Hueneme and more. 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, 805-984-6260, cimmvc.org.
CROWN CLASSICS AND EXOTICS | Ongoing. Concept car designs by Mark Stehrenberger. 6100 King Drive, Ventura.
DUDLEY HOUSE HISTORIC MUSEUM | Ongoing. The National Historic Landmark was built in 1892 by Selwyn Shaw for lima bean farmer B.W. Dudley, and is one of the last pioneer farmhouses in Ventura. On display are artifacts and other elements showcasing aspects of life from 1895 to 1925. Open for tours the first Sunday of the month. COVID protocols will be strictly followed. 197 N. Ashwood Ave., Ventura, 805-642-3345, dudleyhouse.org.
FOX FINE JEWELRY | Through April 5. “Highway 1,” works by Lynn Fogel and Francie Beaman that celebrate the Pacific Coast Highway. 560 E. Main Street, Ventura, 805-652-1800, www.foxfinejewelry.com.
HARBOR VILLAGE GALLERY AND GIFTS | Through Feb. 11. Beginning Artists Juried Competition. Ongoing: Art and artisan crafts created by resident BAA members. 559 Spinnaker Drive #106, Ventura Harbor Village, 805-644-2750, www.facebook.com/HarborVillageGalleryGifts.
INTEGRITY WEALTH ADVISORS | Through June 21. Serene works by Susan Rios that exude peace, harmony and romance. 196 S. Fir Street, #140, Ventura, iwaplan.com.
MUSEUM OF VENTURA COUNTY | Through May 11. “What is Beauty? Rethinking Women’s Portraiture in Art.” Through May 11: “Masters from the Museum of Ventura County Collection” and “InnoVision: Ventura County Artists to Watch.” Ongoing: MVC Gallery Marketplace, exhibits devoted to the Chumash, the history of Ventura County, George Stuart Historical Figures® Collection, online exhibits and resources and more. 100 E. Main Street, Ventura, 805-653-0323 or venturamuseum.org.
NAPA GALL GALLERY | Opened March 6. “In Our Nature: The Wildness and Wonder of CSUCI’s Backyard.” The exhibit features work from a variety of CSUCI artists, including current students and alumni, who explore the natural beauty that surrounds the University. 1 University Drive, Camarillo, www.csuci.edu.
OJAI ART CENTER | Through March 31. Mini Figure Drawing Exhibit. 113 S. Montgomery Street, Ojai, www.ojaiartcenter.org.
OJAI VALLEY MUSEUM | Through June 8. “Hands, Head, and Heart: Fiber Art of the Ojai Valley.” Ongoing: Small exhibitions on a range of topics related to the history of the Ojai Valley, as well as virtual talks and more. Now open Friday-Sunday. 130 W. Ojai Avenue, Ojai, 805-640-1390, www.ojaivalleymuseum.org.
OLIVAS ADOBE HISTORIC PARK | Ongoing. The Olivas Adobe is open every Sunday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy the beauty and history of the Adobe with an in-depth tour by a Docent or do a self -guided tour. View the World’s Oldest Fuchsia — over 100 years old! 4200 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, www.cityofventura.ca.gov/OlivasAdobe.
POPPIES ART AND GIFTS | Ongoing: Gifts, jewelry, decor and more made by local artists. 323 E. Matilija St., Ojai, 805-798-0033, www.poppiesartandgifts.com.
RANCHO CAMULOS MUSEUM | Ongoing. The 40-acre landmark and museum is one of the best surviving examples of an early California rancho and honors the area’s Spanish and Mexican heritage. “Last Sundays at the Landmark” take place the last Sunday of every month, and include docent-led tours, music and more. Open every Sunday for docent-led tours; group and special-focus tours by appointment. Situated off of Highway 126, two miles east of Piru. 805-521-1501, www.ranchocamulos.org.
realART | Ongoing. The art gallery in Whizin Market Square features works by a variety of contemporary artists. Whizin Market Square, 28861 Agoura Road, Agoura Hills, 310-452-4000, buyrealart.com.
RONALD REAGAN PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM | Through Sept. 2, 2025: “Dead Sea Scrolls,” Journey through time to explore one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, returning to the U.S. after nearly a decade. A traveling exhibit from the Israel Antiquities Authority. Through Jan. 5, 2025: “Christmas Around the World,” 26 trees decorated with embellishments representing the countries they represent. Ongoing: Permanent exhibits include Air Force One, an F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter, an M-1 Abrams tank and more. 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley, 800-410-8354, www.reaganfoundation.org.
SANTA PAULA ART MUSEUM | Through May 4. “A Brush With Nature: Three Artists’ Perspectives,” featuring work by Sandy Fisher, Mardilan Lee Georgio and Charlotte Mullich. Through March 9: “Nature’s Spirits,” a solo exhibition by Los Angeles/Oxnard artist Joanne Julian. Free family days on the first Sunday of the month. 117 N. 10th Street, Santa Paula, 805-525-5554, www.santapaulaartmuseum.org.
STUDIO CHANNEL ISLANDS ART CENTER | TThrough Feb. 21. “Emergence,” a showcase of emerging artists. 2222 Ventura Boulevard, Camarillo, studiochannelislands.org.
UBS | Through April 30. “Rootless.” Reception on Thursday, Jan. 23, 5-7 p.m. 3011 Townsgate Road, Third Floor, Westlake Village, conejoarts.org.
VENTURA POTTERY GALLERY | Ongoing. Talented ceramic artists from across Ventura County make up the Ventura County Potters Guild, and they display their works — housewares, home decor, figurines and more — at the guild’s gallery and shop in Ventura Harbor. 1567 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 105, Ventura, 805-644-6800, venturapottersguild.org/gallery.
WILLIAM ROLLAND GALLERY OF FINE ART | Through May 16. “The In-Between: Senior Art Exhibit 2025,” the art of nine students who drew inspiration from nature, human experiences and storytelling through photography, graphic design and digital art, along with illustrations and paintings. California Lutheran University is located at 60 W. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks. There is no cost to attend the opening reception and exhibition. More info at www.callutheran.edu/galleries/.