The Hunchback of Notre Dame – La Jolla Playhouse

It is likely that everyone goes through at least one Disney phase. It is inescapable that as a kid you would have succumbed to Disney’s pull. When you become a parent, all of that ... Continue Reading →

How We Got To Now: Six Innovations That Made the Modern World, by Steven Johnson

How We Got To Now: Six Innovations That Made the Modern World, by Steven Johnson (Riverhead Books) Johnson presently tops my list of most intriguing non-fiction writers. He first entered ... Continue Reading →

The Theory of Everything

The study of physics has had a fascinating history in the arts. The latest foray explores the life of the greatest living physicist. Director James Marsh has built his current film ... Continue Reading →

Marble 8 – Amazing Dining in Kuala Lumpur

The recently opened Marble 8 looks up to the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, and provides one of the city’s finest dining experiences. The sleek interior space features elegant fabrics ... Continue Reading →

Kingdom City – La Jolla Playhouse

It has been a while since I have seen a play in which each of the six characters are so sharply drawn. In fact, each character evolves throughout the arc of the play in believable and ... Continue Reading →

Andrew Bird Landing at Hollywood Bowl

Even though the temperatures don’t show any sign of abating, summer is winding down.  And that means the string of great shows at the Hollywood Bowl is nearing an end for this season. But ... Continue Reading →

Elvis Costello and The Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl

On his second night at the esteemed venue, Costello again cleverly opened his set with the lyrics “Oh I just don’t know where to begin.” Although he was a bit wobbly with ... Continue Reading →

Pangkor Laut – Malaysia’s Luxury Island Resort Par Excellence

Pangkor Laut – Malaysia’s Island Luxury Resort Par Excellence It was 16 years ago when we last visited Pangkor Laut. It has always been a long-standing dream to return to this island ... Continue Reading →