A major coup by San Francisco’s de Young Museum has resulted in the extraordinary exhibition of Picasso masterpieces directly from the Musee National Picasso in Paris. The exhibit encompasses many of the most important art movements of the 20th century which Picasso was a part of including Expressionism, Cubism, Classicism and Surrealism. Pablo Picasso’s vastly […]
May 25, 2011
Nazi Hunter — Simon Wiesenthal
Both written and performed by multi-talented Tom Dugan, Nazi Hunter — Simon Wiesenthal is not a story of revenge but one of justice. In the intimate setting of Theatre 40 in Beverly Hills, Simon Weisenthal came to life, portraying his last day in his office in Vienna before retiring. Wiesenthal, an Austrian Jewish Holocaust survivor […]
March 15, 2011
Having It All
Five very talented actresses, well chosen not only for their voices but also their persona, make the story, Having It All, that much more believable. The scene is the waiting room at JFK airport where five strangers from various walks of life initially trapped together due to delay after delay, become intimate friends. A […]
January 22, 2011
Diavolo Opens Season at The Broad Stage
The ten enormously talented and versatile men and women of Diavolo had members of the audience holding our collective breath as we viewed their unique performance at the 2011 season opening of The Broad Stage. The show combines ballet, modern dance, gymnastics, martial arts and acrobatics enhanced by a dramatic musical score. Founded in Los […]
January 5, 2011
Legion of Honor’s Arthur Szyk Display
On Armistice Day in 1924, Alma de Bretteville Spreckels donated The Legion of Honor to the people of San Francisco honoring the Californians who died during World War I. The massive complex houses a variety of paintings, prints, porcelains, illustrated books and sculptures in a beautiful setting overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and a few […]
December 1, 2010
Natural Mind Beauty & Beyond
With the emerging awareness of healthy diets, many of us are taking things a step further, investigating hair and cosmetic products. Quite by accident, I discovered the salon of my dreams. My dear friend invited me to accompany her to an art exhibit in Silverlake, an artsy Los Angeles community, held, of all places, in […]
October 31, 2010
Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort, Santa Barbara
Known as one of California’s most picturesque and charming cities, the coastal community of Santa Barbara boasts a gorgeous climate, pristine beaches, marina, cultural venues, shopping and fine dining. A pleasant drive to the nearby wine country gives visitors an opportunity to taste some of California’s fine wines from its more than 50 wineries and […]
October 4, 2010
Leap of Faith Shines at the Ahmanson
Raul Esparza, Brooke Shields and a cast of more than 30 other shining stars lit up the stage of the Los Angeles Music Center’s Ahmanson Theatre in the world premiere of Leap of Faith. Adding to the glamor, members of the audience included the gorgeous Vanessa Williams, talented Ben Vereen and a host of other […]
October 2, 2010
Winston Churchill Returns
On October 1, an incarnation of Winston Churchill appeared on the stage of the intimate Whitmore/Lindley Theatre in North Hollywood. The exceptional performance given by Edmund L. Shaff made members of the audience feel that we were peering in to Churchill’s secret bunker beneath Whitehall in London as he pondered aloud his 55 year career […]
September 25, 2010
LACMA’s Resnick Pavilion Opens
The Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s (LACMA) new Lynda and Stewart Resnick Exhibition, designed by Renzo Piano, opens the weekend of October 2-3. On that Saturday and Sunday, the public is invited to a Free Community Weekend. The stunning 45,000 square foot Pavilion, situated just north of the Broad Contemporary Museum, is the largest […]
August 17, 2010
Card Carrying Convenience
Convenient as a travel accessory or everyday use, this simple concept makes a lot of sense. Instead of stuffing wallets with phone cards, discount cards, bonus cards, loyalty cards and gift cards , The Card Cache provides a simple remedy. A small locked cable decorated with attractive charms and tabbed dividers provide the basics. Just […]
July 20, 2010
Title of Show at Celebration Theatre
Every seat in the casual, intimate Celebration Theatre in Hollywood was filled to capacity for the opening night (July 16) of the Los Angeles premiere of a new musical, “title of show.” Fresh from Broadway, this unique musical is a show about making a musical created by and for people who love musicals, and the […]
July 14, 2010
Will Geer Outdoor Theatre presents the story of Maria Callas in “Master Class”
One of my favorite summer outings is enjoying theatrical entertainment in the rustic Will Geer Theatre Botanicum in Topanga. Over the weekend I viewed a fascinating play about the famous opera diva Maria Callas in Master Class which I enjoyed at the Los Angeles Music Center more than a decade ago. This was more a […]
June 27, 2011
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