Independent Opera Company (IOC) continues its 2024-25 season with “Daphne,” a rarely- performed opera by German composer Richard Strauss. IOC’s presentation of “Daphne” will be the Los Angeles premiere of this exceptional work. The opera will be fully staged with professional costumes, piano accompaniment and performed by some of Los Angeles’ finest singers. Theresa Patten-Koeckert […]
Descanso Gardens is hosting the Tuna Canyon Detention Station Exhibit, created by the Tuna Canyon Detention Station Coalition, from March 7–9 in the Japanese Garden near the entrance. This powerful exhibit sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of World War II history, honoring the stories of over 2,000 Japanese, German and Italian immigrants, as well […]
Casa 0101 Theater kicks off its 25th anniversary season with the world premiere of “Mujeres On The Verge” (“Women On The Verge”), four one-act plays celebrating women’s “her”story month. Storylines include fierce feuding Chicana seniors, menopause, senior caregiving and dealing with alcohol addiction. “Mujeres On The Verge” brings together plays that explore love, friendship, ambition […]
Winter Fun in Big Bear Lake By Greg ARAGON When winter hits Southern California I always find time for a trip to Big Bear Lake, one of my favorite mountain destinations for playing in the snow, relaxing in cabins and boutique hotels, and enjoying incredible lake and alpine views. Last week was no […]
The Brand Library & Art Center announced the return of Art Talks at Brand this spring. This series invites contemporary artists to discuss their work and the issues surrounding it. Each talk will be followed by a moderated Q&A session led by Brand staff member, artist and writer Jennifer Remenchik. The spring series will […]
The community is invited to immerse their soul and spirit in soothing, peaceful and beautiful art. “Magical Landscapes” by Lori Markman are mixed media collages that were created to sooth troubled spirits and were inspired by traditional Japanese landscape art. The exhibit continues through March 22.. Additionally, on March 1 and March 15 from 2 p.m. […]
By Charly SHELTON Members of the Peanuts gang are residents of Knott’s Berry Farm year-round, but once a year for the Peanuts Weekend festival, Snoopy and the gang take front and center for a celebration which, this year, is even more special as Peanuts celebrate its 75th anniversary. The fun starts right as you walk […]
From left, Grant Hodges as Nick Massi, Anthony Carro as Tommy DeVito, Nicholas Alexander as Frankie Valli and Taubert Nadalini as Bob Gaudio. By Mikaela STONE After 20 years of trying to get the rights to the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons musical “Jersey Boys,” Musical Theatre West finally opened its production at […]
On Feb. 19 the free admission Glendale Noon Concerts will feature cellist Jonathan Flaksman and pianist Brendan White performing Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Cello Sonata. The free admission Glendale Noon Concerts series of live performances take place at the sanctuary of Glendale City Church, 610 E. California Ave. in Glendale. Jonathan Flaksman, born in Akron, Ohio in […]
Internationally recognized musicians will perform at La Crescenta Presbyterian Church on Feb. 23 at 2:30 p.m., continuing the spring concert series Sundays of Sound. Presented by Rhapsodia, an arts organization dedicated to showcasing emerging musicians and unique programs, the concert will feature works by Handel, Mozart, Puccini, Tchaikovsky, Borodin and more. Performers include: Irina Polivanova […]