THE BALLAD OF JOHNNY AND JUNE – World-Premiere Musical Opens at La Jolla Playhouse
Another stunning production, not to be missed
In the single digit list of the best possible songbooks for a musical biography, that of Johnny Cash certainly belongs. With ... Continue Reading →
Film Review: Asleep in My Palm
Tim Blake Nelson continues to impress us with his range. Bringing a compelling goofy character to the screen in O Brother, Where Art Thou? and The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, ... Continue Reading →
A Lovely Return to Camelot at North Coast Rep
On the relatively small stage, the realm of Camelot has been lovingly recreated in North County San Diego. The musical is one of a handful of productions from Broadway’s ... Continue Reading →
“Miller’s Girl” is Fairly Tawdry
“Miller’s Girl” is an erotic thriller that delves into the complex dynamics between a high school creative writing teacher and his talented student. The ... Continue Reading →
Sit Yourself Down For This: City Of West Hollywood Declares June 10, 2024 “Frank Zappa Day”
Yes, you read that right. On Monday June 10 at 4pm West Hollywood Mayor John M. Erickson and two of Frank’s children (Ahmet Zappa and Diva Zappa) will accept the city’s ... Continue Reading →
What the Hell Happened to Blood, Sweat & Tears?
Despite the tightening market, there are still worthwhile music documentaries that bubble to the surface. The best rock documentaries tackle an artist you recall, but has ... Continue Reading →
Argylle – Sometimes What Looks Good on Paper Just Doesn’t Work on the Screen
Impressed by director Matthew Vaughn’s prior efforts with the “Kingsman” films, I was plenty ready to enjoy this film. Each of the cast members has done impressive ... Continue Reading →
Ezra – Film Review
The film opens with a stand-up comedy routine that sets the stage for the challenges faced by a separated parents’ with an autistic son. The eponymous Ezra (played grippingly ... Continue Reading →
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