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The Los Angeles Philharmonic brought magical melodies to the Hollywood Bowl with “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” and “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.” While “Prisoner of Azkaban” had a double screening, on July 7 and 8, “Chamber of Secrets” kicked off the “Harry Potter” events on Thursday, July 6. The shows … Continue reading LA Phil Brings Magic to the Hollywood Bowl

On a chilly Saturday full of rainy sprinkles, Universal Studios Hollywood brought its charity event “Christmas in Spring” to low-income families for a 26th year at the Meet Each Need with Dignity facility in the San Fernando Valley. Universal employees volunteered to spend the day at M.E.N.D., sponsored by the company’s “Discover a Star” Foundation, which provides grants to organizations … Continue reading Universal’s ‘Christmas in Spring’

Terry George, director of the 2016 film “The Promise” and “Hotel Rwanda” (2004), will take part in a conversation about genocide in film at the University of California Los Angeles’s Billy Wilder Theater on April 6. The director will join “The Promise” producer Eric Esrailian and Stephen D. Smith, director of the University of Southern California’s … Continue reading Conversations on Genocide and Film

Wednesday night at The Wiltern honored International Women’s Day with a Q&A panel of women in the entertainment industry, followed by a screening of “Thelma and Louise.” Among panelists was Callie Khouri, who won an Academy Award for writing the film. “I didn’t like the way I saw how women’s friendships were represented,” she said … Continue reading International Women’s Day at The Wiltern

“Mozart in the Jungle” caught the attention of entertainment lovers, particularly during the 2016 Golden Globes, as a hit comedy exclusively on Amazon. The original series was nominated again in 2017 and was recently renewed for its fourth season, predicted to release late this year. The show is created by Jason Schwartzman, based on oboist and author Blair Tindall‘s book “Mozart … Continue reading Conversation with ‘Mozart in the Jungle’ Author Blair Tindall

Carrie Fisher, best known for her role as Princess Leia in “Star Wars,” passed away on Tuesday at age 60. According to Variety, the actress had already finished filming her parts for next year’s “Star Wars” film. Her mother and fellow actress, Debbie Reynolds, passed away shortly after, on Wednesday. According to People magazine, Reynolds was … Continue reading Saying Goodbye to Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds

“Rogue One” gives everything “Star Wars” fans could want and expect in a new film for the franchise. It brings a diverse cast that eloquently delivers the spunk and humor to characters’ interactions, including our robot friends. “Rogue One” is set before the original trilogy, as we see a rebellion in the galaxy far, far away, … Continue reading Film Review: ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’

Alan Thicke, husband, father and actor, passed away of a heart attack Tuesday at age 69. Thicke was playing hockey in Burbank with his son, Carter, when he collapsed. He was rushed to Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead, according to TMZ. He is survived by his three sons, Robin, Brennan and Carter, … Continue reading Alan Thicke Remembered

Universal Studios Hollywood is the perfect holiday/winter retreat. The theme park celebrates the season with its annual Grinchmas and new hot Butterbeer when you visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. So grab some hot Butterbeer and enjoy the festivities, including the tall decorated tree and the Grinch’s dog, Max. Grinchmas offers many fun activities … Continue reading Celebrate Winter at Universal Studios Hollywood

Blair Tindall‘s memoir-inspired “Mozart in the Jungle” returns to Amazon with Season 3 on Dec. 9 — hopefully with blood (fans, you get it). The Golden Globe-winning Amazon original series brings back our beloved New York Symphony musicians, who all seem to be doing their own thing, as the trailer shows, “You can’t have harmony when everyone goes … Continue reading ‘Mozart in the Jungle’ Returns with Season 3

A more “colorful and exciting” world is coming to Universal theme parks. Who knows color and excitement better than Nintendo? That’s right, Nintendo-themed play areas are coming to Universal Studios Hollywood, Orlando and Japan. These areas will feature characters and activities from classic Nintendo games for players to experience in reality rather than on a device. Universal has … Continue reading Nintendo Meets Universal Studios

Each year, Universal Studios Hollywood gives back to the community with an outreach program, “Day of Giving.” On Nov. 10, employees will volunteer with six non-profit organizations, many under Universal’s Discover A Star Foundation, to better lives throughout Los Angeles. Universal will host Habitat for Humanity and Operation School Bell, along with other locations hosting different … Continue reading ‘Day of Giving’ at Universal Studios Hollywood

Walking on Cars performed at the Bootleg Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, saving their hit song “Speeding Cars” to end the night. Performances of other popular songs were from their 2016 album “Everything This Way.” “We’re from Ireland,” said Sorcha Durham, the band’s pianist. This was evident with their charming accents and the intimate venue’s crowd, which … Continue reading Walking on Cars at the Bootleg

The United States was ranked 32nd out of 144 countries in a new report of the best places to be a girl. An international organization known as Save the Children ranked the countries based on rates of early marriage, adolescent, fertility, maternal mortality, women in government, and low secondary school completion. The ranking’s release coincides with International … Continue reading U.S. Is 32nd in Ranking of Countries’ Opportunities for Girls

Skirball Cultural Center will host “Into the Night: Pop for the People” on Friday, Oct. 7. The evening’s festivities include performances by synth-pop performer Seth Bogart, and alt-electro artist Chela. Bogart’s performance is expected to demonstrate his classic appearance with a mustache, gelled hair and several costumes. Also expected during his performance is a video backdrop created by the television … Continue reading Electro-Pop Night at Skirball