‘Joy Ride’ Offers a Fun Roadtrip in a Convertible
September 29, 2024
If you’re seeking a weekend adventure in Los Angeles, the 140 minute production of “Joy Ride” will certainly satisfy.
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Entertainment
Dave Harris: A Writer’s Journey, Turning Life into Story
September 26, 2024
Dave Harris is a storyteller whose words transcend the stage, challenging societal norms and inviting audiences into profound reflection. Whether through plays, films, or television, his fearless approach to writing is rooted in vulnerability and a deep interrogation of race, class, and identity.
Deborah Byrd Books A-List Talent for Award Shows
September 25, 2024
From there, Byrd said she booked talent for a few smaller awards before landing at the BET Awards. “I’ve been on 25-years of BET,” she said. And Byrd acknowledged that she would not have been able to do it without the support of a good team.
Nicole Byer’s One-Night Only Comedy Show at the Annenberg
September 25, 2024
Byer chuckled at poking a little fun at the West Coast, and she is naturally funny. But when it comes to doing comedy professionally, Byer does have a process. “The way I write jokes is I either come up with a premise or punchline, and then I talk on stage to see what happens,” she said.
Honey Blu is Creating Her Legacy
September 25, 2024
Honey Blu is an MC, singer-songwriter, and community organizer born, raised, and based in Los Angeles.
Davóne Tines Unpacks the Legacy of Paul Robeson at Zipper Hall
September 22, 2024
The heart of downtown Los Angeles is set to host a groundbreaking performance on Friday, September 27, when internationally acclaimed bass-baritone Davóne Tines & THE TRUTH presents “OpenProcess – ROBESOИ” at Zipper Hall in the Colburn School.
Natasha Rothwell Takes Flight in ‘How To Die Alone’
September 19, 2024
The Onyx Collective and Hulu series, “How To Die Alone” is the dramedy (comedy with dramatic elements) that Black women need.
FUTURE ICONS Diani: The Daughter of Hip-Hop Royalty
September 18, 2024
Diani, daughter of legendary hip-hop lyricist Talib Kweli, was raised in Brooklyn, New York, at the heart of the culture. Rather than relying on her father’s legacy, she’s carving her path—defined by authenticity, bold self-expression, and a deep commitment to social consciousness.
West Adams Jazz Festival Draws Big Crowds
September 18, 2024
People were dancing in the streets at the West Adams Jazz Festival on Labor Day weekend.
Darin Jones Shares Some Entertainment Business Management Advice
September 18, 2024
Darin Jones is a Century City based senior business manager with Gelfand Rennert and Feldman, LLC. Jones has 17 years of experience in accounting, and he specializes in entertainment business management. With an extensive background in city government, banking, and real estate, Jones was driven to entertainment business management out of concern for how Black entertainers incorrectly manage their wealth. “I saw how celebrities mismanaged their funds – particularly minority entertainers,” said Jones. “I wanted get out there and help them manage their finances, their investments, managing their books – managing their lifestyles.” Jones likened what he does to being
Tyme Johnson Remembers Rapper Coolio in New Docuseries
September 18, 2024
Johnson continued, “I saw that Spoon was doing a documentary on Coolio. I reached out to Spoon and said, ‘Listen, now you know there’s no way you can have a documentary about Coolio and not include me.”’
Denzel Washington hands over to his son Malcolm and keeps August Wilson in the family
September 15, 2024
August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” deals profoundly with ancestry and heritage, which makes it all the more fitting that the new film adaptation, produced by Denzel Washington and directed by his son Malcolm, is a family affair.
‘The Joy Ride’ Debuts in DTLA Arts District
September 12, 2024
Jesse Bliss, founding artistic director of the Roots and Wings Project (RAW), presents the world premiere of “The Joy Ride,” an immersive site-specific touring production.
Antwon Russell the DJ – Mixing Dreams into Reality
September 11, 2024
It’s 10 p.m., and the air inside The Falls Lounge is alive with electricity. Retro lights flash in time with the beat, a disco ball glimmers overhead, and LED walls cast a nostalgic glow across the room.
‘Reasonable Doubt’ Sets the Precedent for Legal Dramas
September 11, 2024
In season 2 of the Onyx Collective and Hulu series “Reasonable Doubt,” actress Emayatzy Corinealdi stars as Jax Stewart, a high-powered attorney in the midst of one of the most challenging cases of her career.