‘A Nice Indian Boy’—Very Nice Indeed
We are thrust into the middle of an American version of a Bollywood-style Indian wedding with everything but the elephant.
‘The Penguin Lessons’—Universal and Always Engaging
“The Penguin Lessons” is based on the true-life adventure of Tom Michell, a disillusioned and cynical Englishman who opted for what he thought would be an easy road, a job at a prestigious English boarding school halfway around the world in Buenos Aires.
TV–Hot, Lukewarm and Cold
January, February and March have presented what seems like an endless stream of entertainment.
‘One Hundred Years of Solitude’—Alone No Longer
“One Hundred Years of Solitude,” a new Netflix miniseries based on the acclaimed novel by Gabriel García Márquez, premiered in December.
‘Sondheim’s Old Friends’—Everybody Rise!
“Sondheim’s Old Friends,” now playing at the Ahmanson Theatre in its pre-Broadway run, will make you want to get up and sing and dance with the marvelous cast on stage.
‘Noises Off’—Loud Indeed
“Noises Off,” a farce in three acts by Michael Frayn, is a play within a play within a play that pokes loving fun at regional productions in towns no one has ever heard of.
How to Give Back This Valentine’s Weekend and Beyond
In the wake of the devastating wildfires in January, many locals are focused on giving back to the community through donations, volunteering and gift cards.
‘Memoryhouse’—Not to Be Forgotten
Continuing its excellent dance series, The Wallis presented an ambitious Los Angeles Ballet (LAB) program in two acts of choreographic vignettes following the 18 tracks of Max Richter’s “Memoryhouse.”
The Oscars—Who Did, Who Didn’t and Who Should Have | Oscar Nominees Part Two of Two
There were and still are some terrific films out there and more to come. Go to the theater. See a movie!
The Oscars—Who Did, Who Didn’t and Who Should Have | Oscar Nominees: Part One of Two
Everyone has an opinion when it comes to the “bests” of any particular year, and this one is no different.