JAMESTOWN – The first day of the 2014 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival has arrived, with several notable events taking place throughout today and into this evening.
Today’s highlights include the opening of the new exhibit and art show at the Dykeman-Young Gallery on 2nd Street in Jamestown entitled “Lucy I’m Home!”
The exhibit will feature furniture and other household items from Lucy’s Beverly Hills Home. You will also be able to view several pieces from Lucy’s personal art collection, and you will learn more about the artists who created the fantastic pieces that graced the walls of her fabulous abode.
The “Lucy’s Lasting Legacy Experience” will allow you to share your favorite Lucy memories while viewing the brand new “For the Love of Lucy” movie, featuring interviews with some of comedy’s hottest stars, including Bill Engvall, Kathleen Madigan, Martin Short, and others.
The exhibit is open for viewing today-Sat. 10am to 7pm and Sun. 11am to 5pm. There is no cost to see the exhibit.
Other downtown events on Wednesday include:
- Tropicana Room Lunch: Lucy’s Lost Movie
12:30 pm
The Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Center - Lucy Art Class with Gary Peters
2:30 pm
Infinity Performing Arts - Tropicana Room Dinner: Finding Lucy
5:00 pm
The Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Center - Intro to Stand Up Comedy
6:00 pm
Infinity Performing Arts - The Lucille “Ball”
8:00 pm
Crystal Ballroom – Hotel Jamestown
Later during the festival, stand up comedy will take center stage with appearances by Caroline Rhea, Tom Cotter and late night TV legend Jay Leno.
For a complete rundown of all events, visit www.LucyComedyFest.com.
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