Discovering ‘Odysseo’ Under the White Big Top
By Charly SHELTON When Cavalia came to Burbank in 2004, 2005 and 2011, it pushed the boundaries of circus and theatre. It not only had amazing Cirque Du Soleil-style acts, but these were performed mostly on horses. Now Cavalia is back in Burbank with a new show. In “Odysseo,” conceptions are challenged once again […]
‘Oz The Great And Powerful’ Is Not So Great
By Susan JAMES A lot of strange creatures have followed the Yellow Brick Road since 1939 when MGM first sent Judy Garland kicking up her red-slippered heels on the way to the Emerald City. The magic of that film with its quest message that if you believe you can remake yourself has echoed down the […]
‘Celebrate Dance’ at the Alex
Executive producer Jamie Nichols presents Celebrate Dance 2013 with a line-up of eight dance companies on Saturday, March 9 at 8 p.m. at the historic Alex Theatre in Glendale. Entering the eighth year, Celebrate Dance 2013 includes Invertigo Dance Theatre, JazzAntiqua Dance Ensemble, L.A. Contemporary Dance Company, Lydia Zimmer + Dancers, Lux Aeterna Dance Company, […]
Creative Heart of La Crescenta Finds Home at Que Linda
In the heart of every thriving community is a core of artists, teachers, healers and poets. Bonded by a mutual desire to express the human spirit and drawn together by a force of inexplicable magnetism, not every artistic community has a space to commune. Yet nestled on Foothill Boulevard, right between Lauderdale and Dunsmore Avenue, […]
CLIP: Oz the Great and Powerful
In Words and Tones, Jeffrey Kahane Explains Beethoven
By Ted AYALA Would Beethoven have been surprised to learn that his works would still be played and loved nearly 200 years after his death? How would he react to know that his music remains a core repertoire staple—so often played that for some listeners even the thought of listening to the German master’s music […]
Understanding Marilyn
SHE said By Sabrina WALENTYNOWICZ I first got into singer Marilyn Manson about six years ago. I heard of him back in the ’90s, but was too young and scared to understand him and his message. Many YouTube’d interviews later, I really enjoyed how smart Manson sounded and agreed with a lot of what he […]
Cavalia’s ‘Odysseo’ Celebrates Unique Partnership
By Michael YEGHIAYAN Commuters in Burbank may have taken note of the impressive new addition to the city’s skyline. The stunning white tents signify the return of Cavalia and a newly imagined performance starring some of the most talented animals to walk on four legs. The performers and horses of Cavalia last appeared in Burbank […]
Congratulations, CVW Oscar Contest Winner
By Charly SHELTON Congratulations to the Crescenta Valley Weekly Oscar ballot contest winner, Paul Jarnagin. This Oscar season was a roller coaster ride with many predictions and hopes – some that came true, other debunked. Thanks to all who played and keep reading CV Weekly in print and CVWeekly.com online for more fun. One aspect […]