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Today on FilmWeek, we revisit Larry Mantle’s 2023 conversation with Patrick Stewart in memory of the late actor who died at the age of 86 this week.
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This past Wednesday was National Puppy Day. Often times people who want a pet can only imagine getting a puppy or kitten, but there are many reasons to consider older pets. Older pets are usually house-trained, have fully-formed personalities, and have grown into their looks. In other words, you know what you’re getting. It can be hard to resist the cuteness of baby animals (baby feet!) but older pets will love you just as much, maybe even a little more.
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The cast of 'Offending the Audience.' (Photo by Mackenzie Hoffman courtesy of Emily Mast.) Peter Handke's cerebral anti-play Offending the Audience has a short run this weekend at Velaslavasay Panorama. This staged meta-narrative of consciousness raising interjections is an experimental theatre piece that aims to be as untheatrical as possible while transforming the audience into a self-conscious spectacle to be observed and judged by the performers on stage. Handke's work has been performed for decades throughout...
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We spoke with Michael McDonald, a longtime cast-member, writer, and director on Fox's "MADtv." McDonald is kicking off a tour by starting a three night run at the Brea Improv this weekend. We discussed his roots in comedy and his current work on ABC's "Cougar Town" where he writes, directs, and will be guest-starring this season.
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The Museum of Neon Art is getting ready to turn on the lights at their new, permanent home in Glendale. MONA announced via email that on March 22, they signed their lease agreement with the City of Glendale for the space, which is located directly across Brand Boulevard from the Americana. In December 2010, the Glendale City Council approved $252,000 in additional funding to the design firm overseeing renovations to the vacant, vintage building in which the new facility will be housed.
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Michelle Clunie and Johnny Clark in "The Mercy Seat" - Photo by Kimberly-Rose Wolter. The Mercy Seat is often referred to as Neil LaBute's "9/11 play," and while this is technically true, the events of 9/11 are not really what this play is about. It's actually a serious drama about a relationship in crisis, a struggle for dominance in the guise of a love story. The fact that this 2002 work is only now...
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Very sad news today as FX announced that they would not be renewing the series "Lights Out." Read our thought on the series and our interview exchange with series star Holt McCallany and showrunner Warren Leight. --- Please check out our recent interviews - with video! --- We also have the TV Junkie Must-Watch Plan and listings for tonight.
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Street artist DeeKay, who's been gaining attention around town for her pieces featuring sexy women, recently revealed her identity, reports street art blog Melrose and Fairfax -- she's porn star Kylie Ireland. Melrose and Fairfax had been posting photos of Ireland's art for several weeks before figuring out her identity.
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Nathan Bockelman performs at LACE tonight. LIT AND MUSIC* Wizards & Stars: A Literary And Musical Celebration with Paul Myers & Scott Miller takes over Largo tonight at 8 pm. Hosted by Dave Foley, the evening celebrates the release of two books from two SF-based musician authors. Scott Miller reads from Music: What Happened?, a song-by-song critical essay and homage to some of his favorite songs from the last 53 years of popular music....
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Janet Hoskins, Jossara Jinero, Elyssa Davalos, James Black, Salome Jens, Juan Carlos Cantu, and Cheyenne Hanes in 'Birthday Present 2050.' (Photo by Ed Krieger.) Birthday Present 2050 is currently playing at Skylight Theatre in Los Feliz. This speculative utopia-gone-dystopia science-fiction piece by Tania Wisbar follows events that unfold at a family gathering in the year 2050. Conflict arises over the pressing need to confront large ethical issues related to privacy, ageism, government, death, human...
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You can pay tribute to Elizabeth Taylor by watching "Elizabeth Taylor: A Life, A Legacy" on TV Guide at 8pm tonight (wonder how long they've had that waiting).--- Our favorite Wednesday night drama continues to build towards an epic season finale with another excellent episode tonight. Be sure to check out our interviews with the cast members.--- On the comedic side, "Modern Family" returns! --- All this and the TV Junkie Must-Watch Plan for the evening.
