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Entertainment
Zurin Villanueva Stars in “TINA – The Tina Turner Musical!”
July 6, 2023
Zurin Villanueva stars as the titular character in the Broadway touring company production of “TINA — The Tina Turner Musical.” The show’s closing weekend in Los Angeles is Friday, July 7, through Sunday, July 9, at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre.
Soul Singer Tolliver Headlines Levitt Pavilion Concert
July 5, 2023
Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles’ 16th season of free, family-friendly concerts continues Friday, July 7, at 7 p.m., in MacArthur Park with the LA-based, soul & funk singer-songwriter Tolliver.
Rishi Rajani’s Inclusive Leadership Shines at Tribeca Film Festival
July 5, 2023
At the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival, I had the pleasure of meeting Rishi Rajani, the CEO and president of Film/TV Productions at Hillman Grad Productions. Contrary to my initial impression based on his social media presence, Rishi turned out to be warm and inclusive. His first words to me were a compliment on my new glasses, and it reminded me of the quote from the film “Goodfellas” – “You’ll like this guy. He’s all right. He’s a goodfella, one of us.” Rishi’s inclusive nature aligns with what I’ve heard about Lena Waithe and how the company operates. Both and the company
Jill Scott Marks 23rd Anniversary of ‘Who Is Jill Scott?’ at Hollywood Bowl
June 29, 2023
Jill Scott’s celebration of the 23rd Anniversary of “Who Is Jill Scott? Words and Sounds Vol. 1” is one of the hottest concert tickets of the 2023 summer concert season. And concertgoers at the Hollywood Bowl got to remember why her debut album is so beloved.
‘The Mountaintop’ Separates Facts and Suggests Fiction on MLK’s Last Night at Lorraine Motel
June 29, 2023
Martin Luther King, Jr. was more than a man to many. He was a modern-day martyr whose image has been reverently depicted on cardboard fans in Black churches, on pictures in beauty shops and barber shops, and in homes next to pictures of Jesus and JFK. He was and still is, the people’s King.
Shante Broadus Hosts Meet and Greet Event for Snoop Doggie Doggs
June 29, 2023
On Thursday June 22, Shante Broadus, wife of musician Snoop Dogg, hosted a meet and greet event celebrating Snoop Doggie Dog’s new line of pet apparel and accessories featured at the Healthy Spot in Marina Del Rey.
Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington Present Star Line-ups at Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival
June 28, 2023
At the 2023 Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival, the sun reared its head to the relief of thousands of jazz festival goers, shining brilliantly on the stage and off. The festival, celebrating 43 years of jazz over Father’s Day weekend, brought out the faithful and introduced newbies to two days of the world’s finest music. Co-curated by two titans of music, Herbie Hancock and Kamasi Washington did not disappoint, and you knew they wouldn’t as they brought musically diverse and magical groups of artists to the Bowl stage. Both artists welcomed the opportunity to co-curate the festival for the first time.
Taste of Soul 2023
June 28, 2023
Taste of Soul will be Oct 21, 2023, on historic Crenshaw Blvd. from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. For more info, visit www.tasteofsoulla.org
Priscilla Ono, Fenty Beauty Global Makeup Artist, Creates Rihanna’s Beauty Look
June 24, 2023
Rihanna, the renowned singer and fashion icon, turned heads at the Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2024 show in Paris on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023. The star, who is also the face of the latest Louis Vuitton menswear campaign, sported a stunning ’90s-inspired beauty look created by Priscilla Ono, the Fenty Beauty global makeup artist.
‘I’m a Virgo’ by Boots Riley Shines with Jharrel Jerome Leading the Way
June 24, 2023
Boots Riley’s brilliance shines through in the sensational and thought-provoking series, “I’m a Virgo.” At the heart of the story is the extraordinary, 13-foot-tall Cootie, portrayed with perfection by Jharrel Jerome, renowned for his Emmy-winning performance in “When They See Us.”
Power of Black and Brown Unity Fuels the Success of ‘Flamin’ Hot’
June 22, 2023
In the inspiring comedy-drama “Flamin’ Hot,” directed by the talented Eva Longoria, the proud tradition of Mexicans sticking together in the U.S. takes center stage.
“Take A Dose” of Kenny Lattimore
June 22, 2023
“When you really think about why you did music in the first place, if you can get back to that place of loving it, I think that’s the place I want to stay,” expressed Lattimore.
Central Park Birder Christian Cooper Turns Viral Video Fame Into Memoir and TV Show
June 22, 2023
There’s nothing that can keep Christian Cooper from enjoying his “happy place,” the bird-friendly Ramble of Central Park — not even his tense, viral video encounter three years ago with a woman walking her dog off leash in his refuge.
Apollo Theater CEO Jonelle Procope to leave the historic landmark on safe financial ground
June 15, 2023
Jonelle Procope’s 20-year tenure as president and CEO of The Apollo Theater evolved into an era of prosperity and expansion, markedly different from the tumultuous, cash-strapped decades that preceded it.