The 15th Annual Taste of Soul Brings Community Food Distribution to Crenshaw
October 22, 2020
The food distribution comes at a critical time as our community struggles with economic downturn during COVID-19 pandemic.
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Wesson Hosts Final Art Exhibit on The Bridge
March 5, 2020
His last exhibit is a display of legacy and contemporary stand up African-American comedians, producers, writers, publicists and venue owners. The exhibition honors past African American stand-up comedians and features current African American comedians of achievement. In addition, local African Americans.
Destination Crenshaw Broke Ground in Leimert Park Celebrating the Future of Black History and Community in the South L.A.
March 5, 2020
At the intersection of Crenshaw and Leimert, hundreds gathered to honor the history of Crenshaw Boulevard and Leimert Park and to celebrate the groundbreaking of Destination Park and its centerpiece; Sankofa Park.
Public Service Embedded in Ridley-Thomas’ DNA
February 20, 2020
When it comes to public service, Mark Ridley-Thomas has done it all. He’s served on the nonprofit, city, county and state levels. The only thing left is national office.
Alvin Ailey Celebrates 60 Years of Dance
April 11, 2019
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre (AAADT) celebrates its 60th anniversary with a tour through the U.S., including its biennial return to the Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in downtown Los Angeles, Wednesday, April 3 – April 7. According to the AAADT website, the company is recognized by Congress as an American “Cultural Ambassador to the World,” and has performed for over 23 million people in 48 states and in 71 countries on 6 continents, celebrating the African-American cultural experience within the American modern dance tradition. Carman de Lavallade and Alvin Ailey were friends and danced under the tutelage of modern
High School Visual Artist Wins Saul Morrison Award
February 23, 2019
Rising visual artist, Chase Metoyer, 17, has dreams of a career in fine arts and plans to inspire and educate future artists.
The StarQuest Singing Competition Gives Judges a Taste of Classic Motown Hits
September 28, 2017
The StarQuest judges were amazed by both the local vocal talent and the overall turnout of this year’s competition
Lula Washington Summer Dance Focuses on Arts, Leadership, Community
August 3, 2017
“This summer the students learned Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Af-rican, Caribbean, Tap, Stepping, and Acting.”
Debbie Allen Dance Academy Inspires in Summer Intensive Concert
August 3, 2017
The academy trains youth dancers in Ballet, Tap, Modern African, Jazz Hip Hop, and Flamenco.
Sean “Puffy” Combs Donates $100,000 to Ladylike Fundraiser in L.A.
June 8, 2017
The Ladylike Foundation held it’s 9th Annual Women of Excellence Scholarship Luncheon, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel, in Beverly Hills, Ca. on June 3, 2017.
Taste of Soul Media Day and Chevy Sponsored VIP Reception Was A Blast!
October 20, 2016
The day before Taste of Soul sets the tone for the big day
Christmas Lights in Leimert Park
December 24, 2015
The lights, a winter’s seasonal theme of reds and greens. Tonight, neighbors and passerbys experience something magical in Leimert Park. If you didn’t know any better, you might confuse this residence with Disneyland or an enchanting holiday film. But on this crisp winter night in Los Angeles, the visual is all too real and spectacular. If you decide to check out winter lights tonight, accuweather says expect cold temperatures for LA, at °39 degrees! http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/los-angeles-ca/90012/weather-forecast/347625 It’s a great time to make hot cocoa, dress warm and check out the artistic efforts of your neighborhood! We won’t tell the street but