Review: Sam Morrison’s solo show ‘Sugar Daddy’ has issues
In “Sugar Daddy,” comedian Sam Morrison sets out to convert tragedy into stand-up comedy. A form of self-therapy, the show (at the Wallis through Oct.…
Paola Santos’ ‘How to Eat a Mango’ is about Venezuela and memories.
In recent years, political turmoil in Venezuela has driven many people there to seek new lives abroad. This displacement has ignited a profound longing for…
Nobody loves Biden’s Western Solar Plan. But it’s what we’ve got
Let’s say the American West could dedicate a landmass smaller than Delaware to all of the large-scale solar farms that will be needed in this…
Rachel Zegler talks ‘Snow White,’ backlash to ‘woke’ casting
When Disney in 2021 announced Rachel Zegler as the lead in its “Snow White” revival, some consumers pledged to boycott the film for its “woke”…
Tejano documentary filmmaking is having a cultural moment
A spate of documentaries focusing on the lives of Tejanos have found platforms over the last six months, showcasing how diverse, nuanced and entertaining our…
The week’s bestselling books, Oct. 6
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction. Source link
Newsom wants Californians to help on climate. He should help too
“Every day, Californians are taking small actions that collectively are helping us create a better world for our kids and grandkids,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said…
How does Robert Downey Jr. fare in his Broadway debut?
NEW YORK — A friend texted soon after I arrived in New York to see “McNeal,” the new play by Ayad Akhtar at Lincoln Center Theater’s…
Westmount Capital Partners Retained as Financial Advisor for Ozone Story Tech
Article contentWestmount to Lead $10 Million Equity Raise for Ozone as Robin Riley Joins as CEOTORONTO, Sept. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Westmount Capital Partners…
How Michael Connelly’s ‘Wonderland Massacre’ led him to Scott Thorson
In the annals of horrific Hollywood-related crimes that have left a lasting imprint on Los Angeles, the 1969 Tate-LaBianca murders have always ranked in the…
The best weekend arts events in Los Angeles, September 27-29
It’s Friday, which means it’s time to pause those Moo Deng videos — just for a moment! — and explore our city’s expansive arts offerings.…
Are climate protesters changing the world? Or wasting their time?
Sometimes it’s clear when you’re watching history: the March on Washington. The Apollo 11 moon landing. Vice President Kamala Harris becoming the first woman of…
USC tackle Bear Alexander redshirting after playing time dispute
When Bear Alexander flirted with the transfer portal last spring, USC and its staff did whatever it could to keep the former five-star defensive tackle…
The week’s bestselling books, Sept. 29
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction. Source link
Climate protesters arrested outside Kamala Harris’ Brentwood home
Two climate change activists were arrested in front of Vice President Kamala Harris’ Brentwood home Monday, during the final moments of a Sunrise Movement protest…
How ‘Frontline’ filmmakers made ‘The Choice’ about Harris vs. Trump
Every four years since 1988, the team behind the PBS series “Frontline” creates a film called “The Choice,” exploring the political biographies of the candidates…
The best of L.A. arts this weekend, Sept. 20-22, 2024
Happy Friday, culture vultures. I’m staff writer Ashley Lee, here with another edition of Essential Arts with my colleague Jessica Gelt, recapping the arts chatter…
North Carolina GOP governor candidate vows to stay in race despite media report
RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Republican gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson vowed on Thursday to remain in the race despite a CNN report that he posted strongly…
Fossil fuel ads are rampant in American sports. That’s not good
Less than half a mile from the California Capitol, the Sacramento Kings play basketball in a solar-powered arena that the team’s owner says has helped…
BBC The Repair Shop fans moved to tears over 'heartbreaking' story behind restoration
The Repair Shop viewers were left in tears after watching a 'heartbreaking' story unfold on the BBC show as a woman brought in a fire-damaged…