We’re big fans of one-act and short play competitions around town because it gives LAist an opportunity to see some of the most creative work on stage by up-and-coming writers on one night. But sometimes, too, you have to sit through mediocre and pedantic productions to get to the good stuff – and that’s exactly what happened Saturday night at the Eclectic Company in North Hollywood -- opening weekend of the Fifth Annual Hurricane Season: One-Act Playwriting Competition. more ›

FILM*: The Old Pasadena Film Festival kicks off today—but this is a festival with a twist. For the next three weeks, the American Cinematheque will be screening films in basements, walls, courtyards, shops and theatres throughout downtown Pasadena. Best of all, all screenings are FREE. Tonight’s film choices are Breakfast at Tiffany’s at One Colorado Courtyard @ 8:30 pm and War of the Worlds on top of the school house parking structure @ 33 E. Green. For complete Festival details, visit: www.oldpasadenafilmfestival.com.
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