If you’re like me, you’ve been paying a lot of attention to the dramatic events unfolding throughout the Middle East. While there are many positive and hopeful signs that point to a better future for millions of people in that part of the … [Continue reading]
Santa Monica: Preservation of a Regional History
March 9, 2011 1:26 am By
Given my penchant for seeking out some wild and crazy events going on around the greater LA area (did you read my piece about Lucha VaVoom?), it might surprise you to learn that I love hanging out in libraries and exploring local archives. That's why … [Continue reading]
ProjectFresh & Mindshare Los Angeles – March Events
March 7, 2011 6:28 pm By
ProjectFresh and Mindshare Los Angeles, two related event series curated by Douglas Campbell, promise opportunities for participants to share ideas, foster dialogue, build community, problem solve and take action on a wide range of issues. At … [Continue reading]
Fashion Anyone? MOCA Presents Rodarte: States of Matter
March 5, 2011 12:24 am By
Founded in Pasadena by sisters Kate and Laura Mulleavy, the Rodarte label has emerged as one of the most inventive and creative forces on the international fashion scene. Now you can see the Mulleavys’ designs in person at the first museum … [Continue reading]
Jazz Pick of the Week – Chick Corea and Gary Burton
March 3, 2011 11:29 pm By
The Return of the Crystal Silence Duets Chick Corea and Gary Burton continue their long time musical collaboration and conversation with upcoming performances in Los Angeles and Costa Mesa. You can learn about the pianist and vibraphonist in Andrew … [Continue reading]
Musical Theater Museum Struggles To Preserve Archives
March 3, 2011 2:03 am By
As I drove around town this afternoon, I heard an interesting and moving story on the NPR program All Things Considered about an LA based museum / archive that seeks to preserve the history of the American Musical. Run for 30 years out of a duplex by … [Continue reading]
Music, Architecture and Cops N’ Robbers in Downtown LA
March 2, 2011 11:24 pm By
This past Sunday afternoon my family and I attended a fantastic program put on by The Da Camera Society of Mount St. Mary’s College. Billed as the Civic Center Festival, this one day event featured a walking tour of downtown highlighted by … [Continue reading]
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