Experience Create Now’s Work

Join us for the 3RD annual production of “L.A. Street Scenes”!

Experience “LA Street Scenes 3: Everyone Has a Story” -- a compelling and powerful theatrical experience that depicts the true moments of those who live and die on L.A.'s streets.

NEW! We're excited to announce that our host will be internationally renowned Smooth Jazz saxophonist Michael Lington. Michael will be mingling during our VIP Reception. We’re delighted to have Michael with us and encourage you to read more about his involvement with Create Now.

The stories were developed as part of Create Now mentor Diane Namm’s ongoing Write Now workshops and are brought to life on stage by professional actors, on April 30th at Edgemar Center for the Arts.

This event includes a silent auction featuring a signed Yamaha saxophone by Michael Lington (which includes a private lesson!), a guitar from the Counting Crows, Nike golf clubs, winery tours, weekend getaway packages, and much more.

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE PRESENT TO BID! Download the Auction Listings, Auction Rules, and Pre-bid Credit Card Form now!

Proceeds from the event ensure that we are able to fulfill our mission of helping transform the lives of high-risk and at-risk youth through creative arts mentoring, education, resources and opportunities.

Limited Seating. Get your tickets today! Please pass this along to a friend.

Vivian Campbell and 10 Lucky Auction Winners at Lola's, West Hollywood

Special thanks to Def Leppard lead guitarist Vivian Campbell for donating an evening on March 7th to have dinner with ten of his fans. Vivian graciously gave his time and promoted this opportunity on his websites.

As a result, ten lucky winners flew here from all over the country for the chance to enjoy a scrumptious dinner and martinis with Viv at Lola's in West Hollywood. The décor and service were also impeccable, allowing everyone to share a magical night that they'll never forget. Best of all, essential funding was raised so that we can maintain our programs and reach more troubled youth through the arts.

Big Sunday: When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade!

We were honored to be one of five children's charities in Los Angeles selected by the largest annual citywide community service event in America, to receive proceeds raised in their 10th annual event.

Fifteen individuals, families, groups and schools pitched in to sell lemonade on our behalf throughout Los Angeles County.

LA Street Scenes2: A Boy's Life/A Girl's Life

On November 16,17, and 18, 2007 we held our premiere performance of LA Street Scenes2: A Boy's Life/A Girl's Life at the Edgemar Center for Performing Arts in Venice, CA. The event was a huge success!

Third Annual Comedy Night at the Laugh Factory

Tuesday, September 18, 2007, the Laugh Factory hosted our Third Annual Comedy Night in Hollywood, hosted by Debra Wilson Skelton (MAD-TV) and featuring some of the best comedians including Tom Papa, Mike Marino, Brad Williams and Frank Nicotera! We also had a special appearance by the Create Now All-Stars and young comedian and our former student Sam Cohn. Funds raised went directly to supporting our programs.