Review: LA Opera’s Production of Richard Wagner’s “Tannhäuser”
An enthusiastic vaccinated and masked audience welcomed opening night of the LA Opera’s original production of Richard Wagner’s “Tannhäuser” conducted by James Conlon with tenor Issachach Savage in the leading role. Yulia Matochkina as Venus and Issachah Savage
Review: Jennifer Holliday at the Wallis!
Before there was Jennifer Hudson, there was Jennifer Holliday! No disrespect to Ms Hudson, she’s got all of our R-E-S-P-E-C-T, but Jennifer Holliday’s original portrayal of Effie in "Dreamgirls" back in 1981, was monumental. As someone who grew up
Review: Star Trek Exploring New Worlds, Skirball Cultural Center
When I was 14 years old I fell in love with a tv character. Of course, I was unaware that I was watching reruns in the late 70s of the famed TV show “Star Trek.” I crushed hard on
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
Review: “Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit,” Art Meets Technology!
All Images courtesy of LAArtParty.com On August 4, 2021, I attended a ribbon cutting and press preview of the “Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit" at the old Amoeba Records venue. Councilman Mitch O’Farrell of the 13th district in
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