Grantee Database

OXNARD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CORPORATION

Grant Year

2019-20

Grant Program

Artists in Communities

Award Amount

$18,440.00

Project Description

With support from the California Arts Council, OXNARD PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CORPORATION will launch an inaugural artist-in-residency program during our 2020/21 Season to focus on teen Latinas and their mental health and disproportionately high rates of suicide. Local filmmaker Arcelia Martinez will develop this residency to engage our low-income, underserved Latino community through a short documentary, monthly “Sin Verguenza” discussions, and quarterly Sight + Sound programming series.

Organization Summary

OPAC, the Oxnard Performing Arts Center Corporation, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing dynamic cultural and community programming at the Oxnard Performing Arts & Convention Center and beyond. As a creative hub in Ventura County, we present a diverse array of events, performances, and educational opportunities that bring people together through the power of the arts.

Our programming spans from large-scale mainstage productions and campus-wide festivals to intimate workshops and lectures, ensuring there is something for everyone. We proudly showcase both emerging and established local and international artists, fostering a vibrant cultural scene that enhances Oxnard’s creative landscape. Through our initiatives, we provide vital arts education, engagement, and entertainment for residents and visitors alike.

Signature Events
Sight + Sound Film Festival – Celebrating independent cinema and music.
Día de los Muertos (Free!) – Honoring tradition with music, dance, and altars.
Native Plant Festival (Free!) – Exploring creativity and indigenous flora.
RescueCon (Free!) – Where animal welfare meets the arts.
Asian American Pacific Islander Festival – Showcasing AAPI heritage and creativity.
IchigoCon – A celebration of gaming and anime culture.
Chelita Festival – Arts, music, and micheladas in a lively atmosphere.

Signature Programs (All Free!)
Family, Children’s & Teen Art Programs – Hands-on creative experiences.
DJ & Audio Engineering Programs – Training the next generation of music professionals.
Art-as-Wellness – Encouraging mental health through the arts
Gallery at the Mexican Consulate – Showcasing cultural and visual arts.
Community Engagement & Public Art – Bringing creativity into public spaces.

Through these programs and events, OPAC strengthens community connections, nurtures artistic expression, and ensures the arts remain accessible to all.

Organization

OPAC

Address

800 Hobson Way

Oxnard

93030

County

Ventura

Region

Central Coast

Phone

(805) 385-8147

Congressional District

California's 26th congressional district

State Assembly District

38

State Senate District

19

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