Review: Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl
When I arranged to review a night of Tchaikovsky performed by the LA Phil, I had no idea it would double as a comedy show. I heard that Maestro Bramwell Tovey was witty but had no idea how funny he would
Review: Ziggy Marley and The Wailing Souls Serve Up the Goods at Reggae Night XIX
For almost 20 years, KCRW and the Hollywood Bowl have turned the Bowl green, gold and red while providing a haven for reggae fans to gather, dance and listen to the biggest and best names in the business. The Hollywood Bowl lights
Review: Eurydice at LA Opera at the Dorothy Chandler Pavillion
LA Opera presented the world premier of Eurydice, collaboration between composer Matthew Aucoin and Sarah Ruhl who wrote the libretto based on her acclaimed 2003 play. The work reimagines the classic Orpheus myth into a contemporary vision perceived from the heroine's
Review: Stanley Clarke at the Broad Stage
Stanley Clarke, electric bass solo with Salar Nadar If you appreciate extraordinary musicianship and have an open mind, you need to see bassist Stanley Clarke live. While my high school friends were listening to chart topping pop, I was
Review: Dark Side of the Dome at Wisdome Los Angeles Regenerates a Classic Album
Rock bands and albums come and go, but, without doubt, one of the most iconic rock albums of all time is Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon. Released in 1973, the album highlights the band at its creative peak with
Review: Van Morrison with special guest Melody Gardot
Melody Gardot; photos by Randall Michelson Photography This week, the Hollywood Bowl held court to some stompin' blues and jazz when up and coming artist Melody Gardot opened up for the legendary Van Morrison. Melody Gardot has overcome adversity