Cultural Events in L.A.

Tina Fey to Present at 84th Academy Awards® Oscar® Sunday, February 26

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:03:17 -0800

Tina Fey will present at the 84th Academy Awards ceremony, telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer announced today. Fey came to prominence as a regular on "Saturday Night Live" and currently stars in, produces and writes for the Emmy®-winning comedy series "30 Rock." Her film credits include "Date Night," "Baby Mama" and "Mean Girls." Fey recently became a best-selling author, with her memoir Bossypants having sold over one million copies.

Cirque du Soleil® to Present Exclusive One-time-only Performance at the 84th Academy Awards®

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:02:37 -0800

Oscar® telecast producers Brian Grazer and Don Mischer have invited Cirque du Soleil to present a wholly unique and exclusive performance for the 84th Academy Awards, it was announced today. The one-time-only event will feature the largest Cirque cast ever assembled for a single act.

REHEARSALS HAVE STARTED FOR “WAITING FOR GODOT”

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:01:28 -0800

Rehearsals have started for “Waiting for Godot,” which opens March 21, 2012, at the Center Theatre Group/Mark Taper Forum. The cast includes prominent Beckett actors Alan Mandell (who will play Estragon) and Barry McGovern (Vladimir), Academy Award-nominee James Cromwell (Pozzo), Hugo Armstrong (Lucky) and LJ Benet (Boy). Written by Samuel Beckett and directed by Michael Arabian, previews begin March 14; performances continue through April 22.

The Wonder Child, JACKIE EVANCHO in L.A.

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 11:00:52 -0800

JACKIE EVANCHO to perform live February 24th, 2012 at NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE at 777 Chick Hearn Court, between Figueroa Street and Georgia Street.

Thinking of Whitney Houston

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:06:07 -0800

US Celebrity Blog is honoring her memory, asking what corrupted Whitney and what we can learn from her life.

“WAR HORSE” IN LOS ANGELES

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:03:20 -0800

Center Theatre Group announced today that tickets for the National Theatre of Great Britain production of “War Horse” will go on sale to the public this Wednesday, February 15.
The National Tour of this powerful drama launches with the West Coast premiere of “War Horse” at the CTG/Ahmanson Theatre on June 13 (opening is scheduled for Friday, June 22 at 8 p.m.). The Los Angeles engagement continues through July 29, 2012. [This run has been extended by an extra week since the play’s schedule was originally announced in the Ahmanson 2011-2012 season release.]

“THE CONVERT” AT CTG/KIRK DOUGLAS THEATRE

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:02:17 -0800

Danai Gurira’s powerful new play, “The Convert,” which was commissioned by Center Theatre Group, will be presented at the Kirk Douglas Theatre, April 17 through May 19, 2012. The opening is scheduled for April 19. The world premiere production of “The Convert,” a co-production with McCarter Theatre Center and Goodman Theatre, is directed by Emily Mann.

The Kennedy Center Production of “Follies”

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 23:01:22 -0800

When former members of the “Weismann Follies” reunite on the eve of their theatre’s demolition, two couples remember their past and face the harsher realities of the present. Containing such well-known songs as “Broadway Baby,” “I’m Still Here,” “Too Many Mornings,” “Could I Leave You?” and “Losing My Mind,” “Follies” echoes the songs, exuberance and romance of the vaudeville days between the two World Wars.

Cast is set for AMERICAN NIGHT: THE BALLAD OF JUAN JOSÉ

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 10:38:16 -0800

The cast has been set for the new work, “American Night: The Ballad of Juan José,” written by Richard Montoya, developed by Culture Clash and Jo Bonney and directed by Bonney. “American Night,” a co-production with La Jolla Playhouse, begins performances at Center Theatre Group’s Kirk Douglas Theatre, March 9 after closing in La Jolla in late February. The show continues at the Douglas through April 1, 2012. Opening night is March 11.

Henry Cejudo, the incredible US Wrestler

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 10:35:09 -0800

Henry Cejudo is a freestyle wrestler and author, best known for being the youngest American to win Olympic Gold in wrestling.

Demi Moore Secrets

Sun, 5 Feb 2012 10:34:27 -0800

begun to leak after a recent drug-related 911 call. Learn about several possible reasons behind Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher breakup on US Celebrity Blog.

Mary Poppins: BROADWAY’S MAGICAL HIT MUSICAL MAKES A SPECIAL RETURN TO LOS ANGELES AS BONUS OPTION TO 2011-2012 SEASON AT THE CTG/AHMANSON THEATRE FOUR WEEKS ONLY - BEGINNING AUGUST 9

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 19:43:44 -0800

The Kennedy Center’s critically acclaimed Broadway production of James Goldman and Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award®-winning musical “Follies” will transfer to the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles for six weeks only, May 3 through June 9, 2012. The opening is scheduled for May 9.
The current Broadway run at the Marquis Theatre will play through January 22, 2012, as scheduled.

Entertainment in L.A.

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:38:50 -0700

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Las Vegas Shows and Show Tickets

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:36:10 -0700

Las Vegas Strip features LOVE at The Mirage (Cirque du Soleil's show to the music of The Beatles); at ARIA and also by Cirque du Soleil, there's Viva ELVIS; Garth Brooks performs at Encore and - of course! - there is Celine's new, spectacular show at Caesars Palace.... And that believe it or not is just the beginning.

Cultural Events in L.A.

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:16:28 -0700

Current and upcoming events on L.A. stage; hot Concerts in L.A.; interesting Art Exhibitions in L.A. and Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences news.