Library Grant Offers Many Benefits

Glendale Library, Arts & Culture (GLAC) is among 20 California local library systems selected to receive first-ever funding from the California State Library’s (CSL) Sustainable California Libraries grant program to support projects focused on sustainability and climate resilience. GLAC proposed the Earth Month & Beyond project for funding in partnership with the City of Glendale’s […]

Scene in LA

Scene in LA

January 2023 The holidays are behind us and most theaters have returned to normal operations. COVID protocols are dictated by each individual venue, so be prepared to show proof of vaccination and bring a facemask to wear during the show in case the venue requires it. Theatre-goers should check with the theater before attending an […]

Clarinetist James Sullivan to Perform for GNC

On Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 12:10 p.m., the Free Admission Glendale Noon Concerts program will be streamed on Facebook and YouTube. James Sullivan (above) will perform solo works for clarinet and bass clarinet by Domenico Nocentini “Andante & Allegretto,” Cyrille Rose “Andante cantabile & Allegro,” Vincenzo Gambaro “Capriccio No. 15 in Bb” and Karl Husa “Three Studies for […]

Cellist Isaac Pastor-Chermak, Pianist Miles Graber Performing

Cellist Isaac Pastor-Chermak, Pianist Miles Graber Performing

On Wednesday, Jan. 4 at 12:10 p.m., the Free Admission Glendale Noon Concerts program will be streamed on Facebook and YouTube. Cellist Isaac Pastor-Chermak and pianist Miles Graber will perform the Elliott Carter “Cello Sonata.” The video will be available ongoing. More info about the program and artists, and the link to the stream, can be […]

Local Talent Seen in ‘The Nutcracker Ballet’ at San Gabriel Mission Playhouse

Pasadena Dance Theatre’s production of “The Nutcracker Ballet” returns to the San Gabriel Mission Playhouse this holiday season with guest artists from American Ballet Theatre, a cast of over 50 local dancers and children, including Jimyn Ewing, Flora Zhou and Cora Dziurgo from La Crescenta and Calla Sim, Julia Burroughs, Alex Olson, Kate (Kathleen) Andersen, […]

LA Comic-Con a Fan Favorite

LA Comic-Con a Fan Favorite

By Keaton KUGLER The 11th Annual Los Angeles Comic-Con was held from Friday, Dec. 2 through Sunday, Dec. 4 at the LA Convention Center. Welcoming more than 126,600 guests, the convention’s attendance this year increased by over 30% from last year, according to dorkaholics.com. This means 2022 is LA’s biggest Comic-Con to date. Besides the […]

Cellist Isaac Pastor-Chermak Featured Artist for Glendale Noon Concerts

On Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 12:10 p.m., the Free Admission Glendale Noon Concerts program will be streamed on Facebook and YouTube. Cellist Isaac Pastor-Chermak will perform J.S. Bach’s “Suite No.5 for Solo Cello,” BWV 1011. Isaac Pastor-Chermak leads a diverse and active musical life at home in northern California and around the United States. A […]

CVHS Graduate Presents Local Production of ‘A Christmas Carol’

CVHS Graduate Presents Local Production of ‘A Christmas Carol’

By Robin GOLDSWORTHY It appears that local director Carter Thomas loves Christmas. The Crescenta Valley High School graduate, an accomplished actor, played the character of Tiny Tim in productions of “A Christmas Carol” for 18 years. He has taken his experience and training to direct local productions of “A Christmas Carol” for the last couple […]

The Group Rep Brings ‘Promises, Promises’ to North Hollywood

The Group Rep Brings ‘Promises, Promises’ to North Hollywood

By Bethany BROWN Crescenta Valley High School performing arts teachers, spouses and members of The Group Rep – Brent Beerman and Kathi Chaplar – will be directing “Promises, Promises” this holiday season at the Lonny Chapman Theatre in North Hollywood, 10900 Burbank Blvd. The onstage musical will be performed through Sunday, Jan. 15 following opening […]

Scene In LA – December 2022

Most theaters have returned to normal operations; however, county mandates for mask requirements are still being decided as we go to press, so check the current guidelines before leaving to attend any performances. COVID protocols also vary from venue to venue, so proof of vaccination may need to be shown and/or a mask worn during […]