Jazz on a Summer’s Day @ Rivian South Coast Theater

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Experience the golden age of jazz with a special screening of the celebrated documentary Jazz on a Summer’s Day. Filmed at the 1958 Newport Jazz Festival, the film captures unforgettable performances by Louis Armstrong, Anita O’Day, Thelonious Monk, and Mahalia Jackson.
​The evening begins with a conversation introducing the era and the artists featured in the film with special guest Tony Guerrero, acclaimed jazz trumpeter and educator, followed by the screening.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, with the program beginning at 7:30 PM. Guests are invited to
arrive early and enjoy a casual reception before the film. Drinks will include wine, beer, and bubbles.
​Hosted by the Music History Hall Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to preserving and celebrating American music history.