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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.

artwork by Tristan Eaton

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.

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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.

Eric Richardson

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.

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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.

Public Enemy to headline at Skid Row; but don't call it a 'show'

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.

Albert Domasin

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.

Million Dollar Theater - Five Easy Pieces

Films Galore at the Million Dollar

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."

Robert Millard

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.

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Andrew Ross

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."

Lucent Dossier Coming Back to the Palace

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.

Mathew Imaging

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.