Sometimes it's the treasures of yesteryear that keep Hollywood fresh. Such could be the case with the next chapter in the history of Hollywood's cherished Chinese Theatre, which is hosting their first-ever exhibit of memorabilia. The exhibit, the "Hollywood Legends" collection, includes almost 1,000 costumes from beloved films and television shows. more ›

By day, they're caring for sick patients or advising homebuyers on their next real estate purchases. But when they go home, they're donning pantaloons and adopting the salty 17th century slang of the high seas. more ›

After searching for investors for decades, Debbie Reynolds is giving up her dream of opening a permanent museum for the more than 5000 pieces of iconic Hollywood memorabilia she's collected. Her artifacts will be auctioned from the Paley Center in Beverly Hills where they are currently on display, according to the LA Times. more ›

Darren Aronofsky's nine-year-old Grimm brainchild Black Swan is finally being released to the world on December 3. Brutal and beautiful, the film is a visually stunning journey of a not very pretty sight, the gory gorgeousness reaching its pinnacle with the ballet costumes -- particularly the glorious black swan costume -- designed by L.A.'s own Laura and Kate Mulleavy of the much celebrated line, Rodarte. more ›

When 150,000 to 200,000 people show up for a huge Halloween party, you're going to get some of the best of the best when it comes to costumes. As always, that's West Hollywood's annual Halloween Carnival. more ›

Yesterday we coughed up our Top 19 Costume Predictions For Halloween 2010, but that doesn't mean you can't revisit some classic looks too. Check out this photo inspiration from the ghosts of Halloween past. more ›

LAist has gazed into the crystal ball of costume trend prediction to bring you the definitive list of must-have, will-see costumes this season. Whether you're wandering West Hollywood, attending LACMA's Muse Costume Ball, getting KCRW krazy at their holiday masquerade, or visiting 12 of LA's most haunted places, there will be be no shortage of Gagas and Biebers, Gone Golden Girls and Easy Riders, and probably some anxious TRON-sters getting their Halloween ya-yas out early. We are also bracing for the glittered, bloody, zombified versions of... more ›

It’s TV Tuesday at the Silent Movie Theater tonight at 8 pm. The Cinefamily screens “very special episodes” from some of our favorite TV sitcoms: focusing on the the melodrama involved when are favorite characters encounter troubles with drug abuse, violence, sex, disease. etc. They won't tell us what six episodes they've picked, but think Jesse Spano's little drug problem from Saved by the Bell or that very special Blossom episode.) Tickets $12. more ›

All over the city last night people dressed up and gathered to celebrate Halloween. Many flocked to the MUSE party held annually at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, where creativity and ingenuity and the artistic were in full force in the form of costumes. Here is just a small sampling of the insanity. more ›

The games are a mix of "world-class players, top college stars and disguised AVP pros" in costumes as if it were Halloween. There's nothing like it and after we visited last year, we had to make sure we shared what was seen this year, thanks to three Flickr users (Nataline/metaphora, Mark Hoffmann and David J. Sullivan). more ›

Love it or leave it, you have to admit that the San Diego Comic Con brings out the ten year old kid in all of the attendees (including, this year, many entertainment types, who ran around the floor pleading, "I want it. I WANT IT.") Here are some pictures of life in and around last weekend's con, some great displays, awesome costumes, even a couple of panels. This year there were significantly fewer slave Leas, the female storm trooper was nowhere to be seen and there were a number of pirates and people wearing (inexplicably) their Ren Faire costumes. I guess the ten year old takes all forms! more ›

Saturday night was hopping in Chinatown, from Hop Louie's to the Lindy Hop on the dance floor as the iconic neighborhood celebrated their 70th anniversary. A big band was on hand to provide the tunes, folks in 30s and 40s garb milled about, the shops were open, and the Central Plaza was abuzz with young and old alike celebrating Chinatown's history. To learn more about the area's features and stories (like why it's called "New" Chinatown!), check out LAist's Neighborhood Project: Chinatown. more ›

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Last Saturday at Dockweiler Beach was Lushness X, a volleyball tournament where uniforms and outfits are "highly encouraged." It's fair to say the tournament is a party, billed with rules that include make-out sessions (usually girl-on-girl), "corndogging" (pouring water on player and forcing them to roll in sand) and an occasional egging. more ›

A compendium gallery of teams related to the post and photos from LA's Wildest & Hottest Volleyball Tournament: Lushness X. All photos are by LAist photographer Tom Andrews. more ›

Halloween Earaiser in K-Town to benefit Eric Borzi. more ›

Los Angeles Decompression in Downtown L.A. more ›

So I’m going back and forth with my lady friend on AIM about what I should be for Halloween la noche pasada, here is the convo: - I was Super Mario last time, and a sperm before that. - Be an iPod. That would be cool. - Can’t do it. It’s overdone. - Yeah it didn’t feel original when I said it. - Of course I could just be a Microsoft Zune. - Being... more ›