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Rock of Ages Rocks the Pantages Theatre
Published on Friday, March 23, 2012 by caryn On Tuesday night, the Pantages Theatre, Hollywood's prominent venue for live theater and Broadway musicals, beared the semblances of a rock concert, as strobing lights and an emphatic band rocked the house! The five-time Tony Award-nominated show Rock of Ages, debuted for a second, limited run in Los Angeles this week, complete with big hair, ripped jeans, and a dos... Read More » -
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Green Day’s American Idiot Debuts In Lo...
Published on Monday, March 19, 2012 by caryn Fiercely Energetic...Emotionally Raw...Perfectly Executed - Rockin' Mama [caption id="attachment_31147" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: American Idiot"][/caption] Last week, the Ahmanson Theatre debuted Green Day's American Idiot, a one-act musical sans dialogue, adapted from the rock band's concept album by the same name. The musical, whi... Read More » -
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Newsies On Broadway…A First Look At the...
Published on Friday, February 10, 2012 by caryn Are you traveling to New York City this Spring? Do you have a passion for musical theater? This March, Newsies will open on Broadway at the Nederlander Theatre. Originally released in 1992 by Disney, the film was based on the true story of the Newsboys Strike of 1899 in New York City, which was led by youth to force change in the way newsboys were compensated fo... Read More » -
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Get Local: Benefit Performances of Little Wom...
Published on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 by caryn I vaguely remember attending one of my very first musicals with my mother. I was 8 or 9 and the show was Annie...I was hooked! At the time, I didn't know if I simply enjoyed the theater or actually wanted to be a part of it. One improv class in high school set me straight! Every chance I get I'm at the theater. And, it just so happens that one of my very good... Read More » -
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Cirque du Soleil’s Iris
Published on Sunday, January 1, 2012 by caryn From the moment the show opened, I was captivated... Light and sound...picture and motion...make believe and reality converge into Cirque du Soleil's most imaginative show to date. Iris, which was specifically created for the city where it all began, debuted for an extensive run this past Fall at LA's historic Kodak Theatre. Much like Mystère, La Nouba, Wintuk, a... Read More » -
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A Walk Through the New Amsterdam Theatre
Published on Saturday, December 31, 2011 by caryn As someone with a passion for the arts, I'm always intrigued by the intricate details that go into a live production. One of the most unique experiences to date was a private tour and walk through of the New Amsterdam Theatre, which is the current home of Mary Poppins on Broadway. Built in the early 1900's, the theater is the oldest venue on Broadway (along with... Read More » -
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Disney On Ice Presents Disney-Pixar’s T...
Published on Sunday, December 18, 2011 by caryn Tomorrow, Buzz, Woody, Jesse, and the gang will skate into Orange County! Disney On Ice Presents Disney-Pixar's Toy Story 3 at the Honda Center for a very limited run. Through Christmas, you can see the ice spectacular as moments from all three films are re-enacted in the rink. Here are the dates for the remaining Southern California performances of Disney O... Read More » -
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Get Local: A Sneak Peak At OVO from Cirque d...
Published on Friday, December 16, 2011 by caryn In January, Cirque du Soleil's OVO will debut under the big top at the Santa Monica Pier. If there is any show that would be appropriate for children, I would venture to say it's this one. OVO takes guests into the world of insects as they work, eat, play, and fight. I was reading about the show earlier this week and was very intrigued. This Saturday, Decembe... Read More » -
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Mary Poppins Live On Stage at The New Amsterd...
Published on Friday, December 16, 2011 by caryn There is nothing quite like the experience of seeing a musical live on stage in New York City. On any given night (minus the "dark" days) the theaters on Broadway are bustling with locals and visitors with a passion for the arts. But just a short time ago, the area where The New Amsterdam Theatre is located, was a very different place. Many may not know that Disne... Read More » -
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Bring It On: The Musical
Published on Monday, December 5, 2011 by caryn One of my favorite memories as a young, single woman were those last minute, impromptu visits to the theater (alone, at that). I've always been drawn to the arts, particularly musical theater, and at that time, dreamed of one day seeing a show on Broadway or in London. I've since seen numerous shows both on Broadway and in London, and while both are renowned for t... Read More » -
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The Toys Skate Into Southern California
Published on Monday, December 5, 2011 by caryn One of our family's favorite Disney films is Toy Story 3, and very soon, Buzz, Woody, and the gang will be skating into Southern California for a spectacular production on ice. Toy Story 3 will come to life in the rink as the gang re-enact moments from the Disney/Pixar trilogy. Newcomers Ken and Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear will also make an appearance in this live prod... Read More » -
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Bring It On: The Musical Debuts at the Ahmans...
Published on Saturday, November 19, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_28302" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: Bring It On: The Musical"][/caption] Drawing inspiration from the film by the same title, Bring It On: The Musical combines comedy, gravity-defying choreography, and a compelling story about the thrilling world of competitive cheerleading. After premiering in Atlant... Read More » -
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Get Local: Max and Ruby On Tour In Long Beach
Published on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 by caryn A favorite among preschoolers like my son, Max and Ruby celebrates sibling relationships. Based on the books created by children's author/illustrator Rosemary Wells, each episode showcases different stories about Max and his big sister Ruby, who just happen to be bunnies. This Fall, the sibling duo are going on a nationwide tour with a stop in Long Beach at the T... Read More » -
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Scottish Ballet Debuts at the Music Center...
Published on Saturday, October 15, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_27547" align="aligncenter" width="461" caption="Photo Credit: Scottish Ballet"][/caption] Having spent quite a bit of time in Europe, I have acquired a deep passion for the arts. From watching an opera performed entirely in French to standing "in the round" at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, I've had a number of diverse experiences. ... Read More » -
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Disney’s Phineas & Ferb: The Best ...
Published on Thursday, September 1, 2011 by caryn First they made a movie...now they're going on tour. The hit Disney Channel show about two stepbrothers on summer vacation is now a live stage show! Disney's Phineas and Ferb: The Best Live Tour Ever! will perform this September right here in Southern California. The show brings Phineas, Ferb, Candace, Isabella, Baljeet, Buford, and the gang to the stage as the... Read More » -
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Shrek The Musical Debuts At The Pantages
Published on Saturday, July 16, 2011 by caryn It's been some time since I've seen the infamous computer-animated DreamWorks film about the solitude-loving ogre who finds his life disrupted by a group of faery tale characters forced into his swamp. Shrek The Musical opened at the Pantages Theatre this week for a limited, three-week run. With catchy, upbeat music, a heartwarming story, and awe-inspiring v... Read More » -
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Cirque Du Soleil Presents Iris…Live at ...
Published on Monday, July 4, 2011 by caryn [caption id="attachment_25324" align="aligncenter" width="400" caption="Photo Credit: Cirque Du Soleil"][/caption] As a lover of all-things Cirque, I'm intrigued at the latest production entitled Iris, created exclusively for Hollywood's iconic Kodak Theatre. The production, which was written and directed by Philippe Decouflé, is a journey through the worl... Read More » -
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Shrek the Musical + $15 Tickets
Published on Friday, July 1, 2011 by caryn It may not be Broadway, but the Pantages is the place to see live productions of musicals like Wicked, Mama Mia, Memphis, and more. [caption id="attachment_25270" align="aligncenter" width="614" caption="Photo Credit: Broadway LA"][/caption] For just three short weeks in July, you can see Shrek the Musical at the Pantages. Based on the Oscar-winning film by Dr... Read More » -
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Shakespeare By The Sea
Published on Sunday, June 5, 2011 by caryn Have you ever done something so surreal, you had to pinch yourself to believe it was actually happening? Before my son was born, my husband and I spent almost a year in Europe and the UK working and traveling. In that time period, we backpacked across more than 12 countries. We saw and did things I had only read about in books....things like riding a mule up to ... Read More » -
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Get Local! Battle of the Dance
Published on Monday, May 23, 2011 by caryn I've lived in Southern California my entire life, and am still amazed at the sheer number of unique ideas for a day or night out. With summer close, the movies will be hopping with Blockbuster films. But why not stroll off the beaten path and take in a live show? Battle of the Dance, which debuted in Anaheim in February, features an international cast of ... Read More »
