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LA Streetsblog releases Spanish-language CicLAvia film
By Hayley Fox — February 02, 2012
Cyclists rejoice! Although CicLAvia has grown rapidly in scope and size over the past two years, they're now making a concerted effort to target L.A.'s large Spanish-speaking population with a short film on the biking event.
Yoda and Brisk Iced Tea? A seemingly unlikely alliance this might be
By Hayley Fox — January 31, 2012 — 1 Comment
Although "Star Wars" and Brisk Iced Tea seems like a surprising partnership, these two brands work swimmingly together at a pop-up themed art gallery on Figueroa.
Dudamel and LA Phil revel in 'Mahler' project
By Donna Perlmutter — January 25, 2012
Gustavo Dudamel leads two different orchestras in "The Mahler Project"; a multi-week musical event that celebrates the 100th anniversary of Mahler's death by playing nine complete symphonies.
Mayan and Orpheum theaters benefit from recent closure of Henry Fonda
By Tony Pierce — January 18, 2012 — 2 Comments
In the wake of the sudden closure of the Henry Fonda Music Box, two February rock shows scheduled for Hollywood have now been moved to the beautiful and ornate Mayan and Orpheum.
Public Enemy, Chuck D, Flava Flav and others rock Skid Row
By Paige Osburn — January 16, 2012 — 3 Comments
Operation Skid Row, a free block party led by Public Enemy in downtown's Skid Row was a 5 hour event and included hip hop stars like Kurupt, Nipsey Hussle, Freestyle Fellowship, YO YO, XClan, Mellow Man Ace and the ZZYZZX.
By Hayley Fox — January 13, 2012 — 1 Comment
Public Enemy will still be headlining this Sunday's Skid Row show but organizers say the event also emphasizes a "re-imagining" of some of the city's bleakest areas.
Derby Dolls take on gay footballers in Broomball Brawl
By Hayley Fox — January 10, 2012 — 6 Comments
The Broomball Brawl pits the L.A. Derby Dolls against gay flag footballers, as the teams compete on the outdoor ice rink at Pershing Square.
By Eric Richardson — November 30, 2011 — 1 Comment
Looking for something to do? Wednesday night the Million Dollar hosts a double bill of "Five Easy Pieces," and "The King of Marvin Gardens." Sunday brings "Miracle on 34th Street."
Star-Powered Lovers Shine in LA Opera's "Roméo et Juliette"
By Donna Perlmutter — November 08, 2011
You thought there would never be another “Roméo et Juliette” cast to equal the blazing Villazon-Netrebko duo LA Opera gave us six years ago? Meet Vittorio Grigolo and Nino Machaidze.
The Scots Bring a Ravishing Ballet to Music Center
By Donna Perlmutter — October 18, 2011 — 1 Comment
Who would have guessed it? A 63-year-old failed work was transformed into a ravishingly poetic vision this weekend as the Scottish Ballet put on Kenneth MacMillan's "Song of the Earth."
By Eric Richardson — October 07, 2011
Avant-garde circus troupe Lucent Dossier filled the Palace Theatre in July to celebrate the venue's 100th birthday and renovation. The company returns for two shows later this month.
Dudamel and the LA Phil Blow the Roof
By Donna Perlmutter — October 06, 2011 — 1 Comment
Hooray! They’re back. The men and women in black. Yes, those 100 stellar musicians who make up the Los Angeles Philharmonic have decamped to the Walt Disney Concert Hall after spending their summer at the Hollywood Bowl.
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