(HOLLYWOOD PRESS CORPS) — Los Angeles, CA — (May 18, 2026) – CASA 0101 Theater will present the World Premiere production of Soul Sacrifice, written by Consuelo G. Flores, directed by Kenneth Castillo, starring Carlos Pratts, Myrna Velasco, Karla Ojeda, Martín Morales, Itzel Ocampo and David Flores to be presented for a four-week run atContinue Reading

NUDITY! We need more nudity in theater! Actors play with the audience’s senses. And you dive in. Blessed Unrest proudly presents the world premiere of Body Unredacted, in collaboration with playwrights Damen Scranton and Laura Wickens, and conceived of, directed and choreographed by Jessica Burr. The Makers’ Space has becomeContinue Reading

Shaping the Future of Culture Since 1996, Initiatives in Arts and Culture (IAC) has united global audiences through a shared reverence for the Fine, Decorative, and Visual Arts. Founded and led by Lisa Koenigsberg under the auspices of Initiatives in Art and Culture (IAC), this landmark forum brings together collectors,Continue Reading

Guardian of visual culture, Dr. Lisa Koenigsberg shapes the future through the past. As the soul behind Initiatives in Art and Culture (IAC), her vision champions the authentic, the sustainable, and the beautifully made. Following her tenure at NYU’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies – where she developed innovative,Continue Reading

(HOLLYWOOD PRESS CORPS) — Los Angeles, CA — The Hollywood Press Corps recently attended the opening night of Real Women Have Curves at CASA 0101 Theater in Boyle Heights. It was a real honor to meet Josefina López who is not only the author of the play Real Women Have Curves but also the Founding Artistic Director ofContinue Reading

A Masterclass in Modern Heritage, where Ángeles Toledano, a rising Flamenco singer and dancer, combines tradition and innovation with her MPC standalone music production system device. Born in Villanueva de la Reina, in the Andalusian province of Jaen, she studied in Seville with masters Jose de la Tomasa and JulianContinue Reading

The performance expertly balances humor and gravity, challenging traditional storytelling with deep emotional resonance. In keeping with La MaMa’s inventive reputation, the production design is immersive and utilizes the theater space creatively, requiring the audience to move through different areas during the show. FOOTNOTES stands out for its ability toContinue Reading

(HOLLYWOOD PRESS CORPS) — Los Angeles, CA —On February 26th, the Gallery Bar at the Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles transformed into a vibrant hub of music and merriment. The evening showcased the talents of Brandino and his ensemble, featuring the incredible Keith Fiddmont on saxophone, Herman Jackson on piano, andContinue Reading

Kléber Mendonça Filho’s “The Secret Agent” is a masterclass in tension, yet what truly distinguishes it is its sharp, obsidian-black humor.  Mendonça Filho was born in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil—or Brasil to us Brazilians. The film opens with photograps of famous Brazilians in music, movies, and TV from that time.Continue Reading

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(HOLLYWOOD PRESS CORPS) — Not long ago, I caught an interview with Debi Mazar where she mentioned Friends From New York (FFNY), a creative collective she said she loves linking up with when she’s in the city. I signed up for the  newsletter and decided to check it out their NewContinue Reading