Arthur Miller’s “A View from the Bridge” at the Ahmanson Theatre
“A View from the Bridge” – obscured by clouds (a review) We often go to the theater for the visceral, but we also go for the visual as well. Arthur Miller’s “A View from the Bridge” is a strong if overly-wrought play, and Ivo van Hove’s take on it has merit, but it’s clear right […]
Young Frankenstein, the musical – at the Norris Theatre
Monster Mash Larry Raben and Tracy Lore star in “Young Frankenstein” at the Norris Theatre Sure, it’s still September, hot weather and all that, but I’m hoping for a touch of thunder and lightning tomorrow night (Friday, Sept. 23). That’s when the musical comedy “Young Frankenstein” opens for three weeks at the Norris Theatre in […]
Beach Cities Sports: Baseball, running, volleyball and more
Beach Volleyball: Elite Beach Volleyball will be holding tryouts in Manhattan Beach for girls in grades 6-12 on Sunday, Sept. 25 at Rosecrans Ave. Tryouts run from 9-11 a.m. and cost $40. Elite is also holding clinics from 3:30-5:30 p.m.every Tuesday and Thursday through Oct. 27. One session if $60 or seven sessions for $399. […]
“The Lovers and the Despot” – A film to die for [MOVIE REVIEW]
In an absolute case of “truth is stranger than fiction,” “The Lovers and the Despot” both defies credulity and inspires awe. This documentary by Rob Cannan and Ross Adam tells the story of South Korean film makers, Shin Sang-ok, a director of renown, and his ex-wife Choi Eun-hee, that country’s most famous actress. In 1978 […]
Refining the refinery: Last year’s ExxonMobil explosion could lead to big changes at Torrance plant
Eighteen months after an explosion hit the oil refinery in Torrance, shockwaves are still being felt. The blast energized Torrance residents, prompting families to organize into dedicated advocacy groups. Now, with regulators and politicians paying increasingly close attention, critical changes to the refining process at the facility — ExxonMobil at the time of the blast, […]
Turning 100, Hermosa Beach woman looks back on century of memories
Hermosa Beach resident Elaine Palmer Wright turned 100 years old Wednesday. Wright celebrated her centennial with a party this past Saturday, drawing some three dozen relatives from all over the world. And for Wright, looking back on the passage of time, having a good time in the South Bay does not appear to have changed […]
South Bay dining news: Britt’s is back, Barley Hops Grill is coming, a brewmaster’s dinner at Chez Melange, Shade Redondo’s Sea Level restaurant, bread trucks and more
Can’t Keep A Good Place Down… Britt’s Barbecue in El Segundo was in the process of a menu expansion when a car smashed through their front window, forcing the closure of the place for the summer months. I am happy to report that they are open again and serving not only the barbecued meats […]