Armed with the Hollywood Fringe Festival 2017 Fringe Scholarship, actor Paul Yen will world premiere his one-man show SECRET IDENTITY CRISIS June 3, 2017. Paul took some time off from his superheroing to answer a few of our superpowering, probing questions. Thank you for doing this interview with me, Paul! If you were to pitch … Continue reading Paul Yen's Finding His IDENTITY (SECRET Or Otherwise) in Fringe
Writer: Gil Kaan
Paul Millet Sleuthing His Way Through Sir Conan-Doyle's Mysteries
Unbound Productions, creator of the immersive Wicked Lit and History Lit events, will be world-premiering their first Mystery Lit show, HOLMES, SHERLOCK AND THE CONSULTING DETECTIVE at the Santa Anita Train Depot beginning June 2, 2017. Continuing with Unbound's mission of producing immersive, theatrical experiences of classic stories; co-founder Jonathan Josephson has adapted three of Sir … Continue reading Paul Millet Sleuthing His Way Through Sir Conan-Doyle's Mysteries
A Very Candid Alexandra Billings Wants Only Screams of Laughter
Transparent star Alexandra Billings' latest autobiographical performance piece S/HE & ME: A THEATRICAL CABARET will be playing at The Renberg Theatre opening this Thursday June 1, 2017. Acting since 1968, Alexandra can legitimately claim that she's the first transgender actress to perform practically every role she's taken on. Alexandra took a moment from her busy rehearsal … Continue reading A Very Candid Alexandra Billings Wants Only Screams of Laughter
Chico's Angels' Frieda Lays It All Out For Ju
Chico's Angels latest VIVA LA CHICAS! A CHICO'S ANGELS VARIETY HOUR CHO will be premiering May 23, 2017 at The Cavern Club Celebrity Theater inside the Casita Del Campo Restaurant. A loving spoof on the 1970's hit TV series Charlie's Angels, Chico's Angels recruits three gorgeous, comedic Latina drag queens as the crime-solving private ai-yi-yi's. We had the chance to catch … Continue reading Chico's Angels' Frieda Lays It All Out For Ju
Inside the Creative Minds Behind MEMORY 5D+ - A Harmonic, Yet Explosive Experience
I had the pleasure of sitting down with four of the creatives of MEMORY 5D+ - AN IMMERSIVE MUSICAL ODYSSEY TO A DISTANT PAST at their satellite production offices in Alhambra - from China, its creator Ulan Xuerong, musicians Erkin Abdulla and Lucina Yue; and from California, writer John Hughes. With the wonderful assist of … Continue reading Inside the Creative Minds Behind MEMORY 5D+ - A Harmonic, Yet Explosive Experience
Wayne Moore On Making His DREAMS A Reality
A popular LA cabaret and theatre mainstay for over a quarter of a century, singer/songwriter/musical director Wayne Moore has revamped his 1992 cabaret act FREEWAY DREAMS into a full-length musical production called, wait for it... FREEWAY DREAMS. Write Act Repertory will be producing it in their new space, Brickhouse Theatre in North Hollywood, beginning May 19, 2017. We … Continue reading Wayne Moore On Making His DREAMS A Reality
WOODS' Evan Harrington's Baking Up Some Tasty Theatrical Treats
The classic INTO THE WOODS from the creative minds of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine has been having a successful, standing-ovation-filled run at the Ahmanson Theatre (closing May 14). With Sondheim and Lapine's blessings, Fiasco Theater has re-interpreted their 1986 musical into a no-frills, bare-bones version that some say is the most relatable retelling of … Continue reading WOODS' Evan Harrington's Baking Up Some Tasty Theatrical Treats
Jordan Black Colorfully Clarifies the Origins of His The Black Version
The Black Version, LA's best kept secret for outrageous laughter for all colors of people will premiere their latest incarnation May 6, 2017 at Largo. Since debuting at The Groundlings Theater in 2010, this all African-American cast has had audiences rolling in the aisles hysterically reacting to their 'black version' of popular, typically non-black films. … Continue reading Jordan Black Colorfully Clarifies the Origins of His The Black Version
Playwright James Harris Merrily Makes His World Go Round the Santa Monica Pier
The Santa Monica Public Theatre will world premiere AN ILLEGAL START, featuring the combined talents of Santa Monica denizens Tony Award-winning actor Paul Sand and playwright/Santa Monica Pier Restoration's deputy director James Harris. Paul will direct James' new play in the Santa Monica Pier's national landmark, the Looff Hippodrome. James' story of two complete strangers … Continue reading Playwright James Harris Merrily Makes His World Go Round the Santa Monica Pier
Director Glenn Casale's The Man Behind LA MANCHA
Don Quixote, with his sidekick Sancho and his Impossible Dreams will be fighting windmills at the Valley Performing Arts Center May 5 through May 7, 2017. Multi-award-winning director Glenn Casale will be helming his production with Davis Gaines reprising his award-winning role of Don Quixote. Better Lemons and I had the chance to question Glenn … Continue reading Director Glenn Casale's The Man Behind LA MANCHA
Will North On Bringing His Talents To CMT
The Cabrillo Music Theatre, nestled in Ventura County, has been a theatre force to be reckon with for over 30 years. CMT consistently produces award-winning productions, along with providing outreach programs to kids, seniors and the military to give back to the community. Just this year, CMT welcomed to their board of directors, their new … Continue reading Will North On Bringing His Talents To CMT
Director/Writer Michael Leoni on Loving Going Up in His ELEVATOR Ride
After a critically acclaimed run in 2010, Michael Leoni returns to Los Angeles bringing his creation ELEVATOR to The Coast Playhouse. I had the extremely incredible opportunity to experience his opening night March 25. This is one ELEVATOR you never want to get off of - but they will get you off!!! It's a totally … Continue reading Director/Writer Michael Leoni on Loving Going Up in His ELEVATOR Ride
RSC's Jerry Kernion Muses On His Abridged History of Working TV, Cirque du Soleil & the RSC
Director Jerry Kernion returns to The Falcon Theatre with the latest installment of The Reduced Shakespeare Company's laughfests, THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF COMEDY (ABRIDGED) opening March 22, 2017. Last year, Jerry, a long-time member of RSC, helmed THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF AMERICA (ABRIDGED) to deserved critical acclaim. Thank you for taking the time for this … Continue reading RSC's Jerry Kernion Muses On His Abridged History of Working TV, Cirque du Soleil & the RSC
Ann Talman On Her Amazing Life With Woody, Being Funny & Dame Taylor
Growing up, Ann Talman did not know her older brother Woody acted any differently from any other older brothers. Every action or gesture she did for him came naturally and second nature to her. Not until she was old enough to venture out in public with him, did she learn that Woody had cerebral palsy. … Continue reading Ann Talman On Her Amazing Life With Woody, Being Funny & Dame Taylor
Mr. Gazillionaire On Delivering His Intoxicating ABSINTHE to Your Laps
With an award-laden, six-year run in Caesars Palace in Vegas; ABSINTHE, hosted by its incomparable master of ceremonies Mr. Gazillionaire, will be playing at LA Live starting March 22, 2017 for a limited engagement. Better Lemons and I were fortunate enough The Gazillionaire could find a couple of minutes to answer our probing, tongue-in-cheek queries. … Continue reading Mr. Gazillionaire On Delivering His Intoxicating ABSINTHE to Your Laps
Kay Cole's Always On the LINE - Now For Los Angeles Audiences
Original A CHORUS LINE-er Kay Cole, now frequent Los Angeles theatre collaborator, has a new directorial project, John Patrick Shanley's POISON opening March 9, 2017 at Theatre 68. Kay was most gracious to answer a few of our inquisitive questions. Thank you, Kay for taking the time for this interview with Better Lemons and myself. To start … Continue reading Kay Cole's Always On the LINE - Now For Los Angeles Audiences
Multi-Mediums Writer Gary Goldstein Comments on His Teaching, His Chairing & His Latest Writing APRIL, MAY & JUNE
Playwright Gary Goldstein will be world premiering his latest APRIL, MAY & JUNE at Theatre 40 March 16, 2017. Gary managed to make some time in between his writing, chairing and rehearsing for Better Lemons and myself to address his writing, chairing and rehearsing of APRIL, MAY & JUNE. Thank you for agreeing to this … Continue reading Multi-Mediums Writer Gary Goldstein Comments on His Teaching, His Chairing & His Latest Writing APRIL, MAY & JUNE
Not Man Apart's Passionate Jones (Welsh) Talmadge - The Perfect Artistic Conduit for the Current Times
Not Man Apart Physical Theatre Ensemble (NMA) and the Greenway Arts Alliance will join creative energies to produce PARADISE LOST: RECLAIMING DESTINY at Greenway Court Theatre, beginning March 3 10, 2017. NMA's multi-hat-wearing Co-Artistic Director Jones (Welsh) Talmadge took time out from his company responsibilities and his PARADISE LOST: RECLAIMING DESTINY rehearsals to enlighten Better-Lemons readers with … Continue reading Not Man Apart's Passionate Jones (Welsh) Talmadge - The Perfect Artistic Conduit for the Current Times
Bill Brochtrup Reflects on Antaeus' Contributions to LA Theatre & Revitalized Objectives in New Glendale Digs
The Antaeus Theatre Company has been a vital artistic component of the NoHo Theatre District for quite a few years now. Not only does Antaeus put on solidly-produced shows, they also provide theatre training for budding actors with community outreach to high schoolers and seniors. Now on the eve of staging an open house of … Continue reading Bill Brochtrup Reflects on Antaeus' Contributions to LA Theatre & Revitalized Objectives in New Glendale Digs
The 7 Fingers' Shana Carroll on Jumping Through Hoops & Hanging From the Rafters To Make the Tastiest Banana Bread
Montreal-based Les 7 Doigts de la Main (The 7 Fingers) will be appearing at the Eli & Edythe Broad Stage February 16 through 18 with their latest creation CUISINE & CONFESSIONS. Better-Lemons and I had the opportunity to chat with Shana Carroll, the co-founding artistic director of The 7 Fingers. We touched on The 7 … Continue reading The 7 Fingers' Shana Carroll on Jumping Through Hoops & Hanging From the Rafters To Make the Tastiest Banana Bread
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