New West has a new manager
      Natalia Staneva has been selected as the general manager of the New West Symphony. She succeeds Peter Somogyi, who took a position at Opera Pacific. Staneva will be responsible for managing orchestra operations, facilities, union and vendor relationships, contracting and cashflow planning.
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As a 'Distinguished Speaker,' Bill Cosby entertains with wit
By Cary Ginell Soundthink@aol.com
      Those who attended legendary comedian Bill Cosby's appearance at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza last Tuesday witnessed a master at work. Although Cosby was slated as part of the Distinguished Speaker Series, which features politicians, statesmen and personalities expressing their personal and professional beliefs, Cosby would have none of that.
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"Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed"
      Directed by: Nathan Frankowski Starring: Ben Stein, lots of unhappy scientists and professors Rated: PG (brief archival footage of Nazi atrocities) Running time: 90 minutes Best suited for: the open minded,
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Joel Rafael to host CD release party
      Singer/songwriter Joel Rafael will host a CD release concert at 8 p.m. tomorrow, Fri., April 25 at the Grant Brimhall/ Thousand Oaks Library, 1401 E. Janss Road.
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Comedy fundraiser to be held for Tony Pedeferri
      Ventura Improv Company will host a fundraiser for California Highway Patrol officer Tony Pedeferri from 6 to 8 p.m. Sun., April 27 at the theater, 34 N. Palm St., Ventura. Tickets are $25 and space is limited.
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