Universal CityWalk’s Summer Block Party (June 28 to September 1, 2007)

Universal CityWalk at Universal Studios Hollywood is ready to kick off the “CityWalk Summer Block Party” of 2007. The festival will feature a Latino music festival, an indie band showcase series (I want to go to that part), a teen idol talent search, and free outdoor movie night. The fun will begin on June 28 and continue through September 1, 2007.

The festival celebrates long weekends starting on Thursdays with the rweekly “Big FREE Outdoor Movie” showcasing must-see films on CityWalk’s 15′ x 20′ outdoor screen from 7:30-10:00 p.m. This year’s line-up touts a “Summer of Sequels” film slate that includes “Bruce Almighty” (June 28), “Harry Potter and The Goblet of Fire” (July 5), “Happy Feet” (July 19), “The Wizard of Oz” (July 26), “Over the Hedge” (August 2) “Night at the Museum” (August 9), “Charlotte’s Web,” (August 16) and “Shrek 2” (August 23). “Grease” will end it all on August 30.

Friday nights on CityWalk will rock with musical performances from The Spazmatics, along with host Richard Blade, renowned ’80s DJ, from 7:30-10:00 p.m. I’m NOT interested in that part.

L.A.’s top alternative and indie bands will perform in an outdoor “festival” setting on Saturday nights with the new series, “Indie 103.1’s Check 1 … 2 … LIVE!” from CityWalk with Mr. Shovel and Music Connection Magazine. The weekly indie concert series will bring LA’s hottest up-and-coming bands on-stage from 7:30-10:00 p.m. That sounds AWESOME!!

Sundays on CityWalk feature a mix of live Latin bands and upbeat performances. Descarga en CityWalk will take place from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Beginning July 4, Wednesdays on CityWalk will attract aspiring kids “Get Discovered: Teen Talent Search” where 10 contestants weekly will showcase their vocal skills before a panel of judges as they compete for a spot in an August finale, to be judged by a
panel of renowned music industry professionals. The grand prize winner will be awarded a package to include a one year agency contract for theatrical and commercial representation with Brad Diffley of Mavrick Artists Agency, a professional photo shoot with Michael Higgins, a six-month scholarship to the elite training facility, Hollywood Launch, three original demo songs written and recorded by Genuine Music Group producers and a video demo reel with videographer Roger Hayes.

For more information go to CityWalkHollywood.com or call (818) 622-1111.