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  • LA Theatre Works, Sunday, September 6 at 10:00 pm, Tennessee Williams' "The Rose Tattoo" Starring Mercedes Ruehl and Anthony LaPaglia

    In the wake of World War II, a poor widow named Serafina lives with her only daughter Rosa in a Sicilian community on Louisiana’s Gulf Coast. As Rosa grows to maturity, Serafina is forced to reconcile the values of the New World with the deeply-held pain of her past. This L.A. Theatre Works recording reunites Mercedes Ruehl and Anthony LaPaglia, who starred in the 1995 Broadway production that earned a Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, and Drama Desk Awards for both actors.

    Posted by Donna Walker at Tuesday, September 1, 2026

  • Phil and Ted's Sexy Boomer Show, Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 2:00 pm with radio icon and Hall of Fame inductee Shadoe Stevens

    Actor, artist, legendary radio and TV personality Shadoe Stevens is a Radio Hall of Fame inductee. Shadoe was the brains behind the original KROQ, the cutting-edge progressive FM radio station in Los Angeles. In addition to a million other achievements, Shadoe is now behind the wild and innovative comedy of “Mental Radio.”

    Posted by Donna Walker at Tuesday, September 1, 2026

  • Pacifica Performance Showcase, Friday, August 28 at 2:30 pm, A Tribute to Dolly Parton, Glen Hansard, and Tim Curry

    Host Donna Walker pays tribute to three remarkable artists - the legendary Hall of Fame country music performer, writer and humanitarian Dolly Parton; Oscar and Tony Award winner Glen Hansard, founding member of Irish rock group "The Frames," star of the film "Once" (winner of Best Song for Hansard), adapted into a Tony Award winning musical; and actor Tim Curry, the iconic "Sweet Transvestite" who originated Dr. Frank-n-Furter in Rocky Horror Picture show, Tony nominated for "Amadeus," "My Favorite Year" and "Spamalot," and star of "Clue" "The Muppet Movie' and so much more. Hail and Farewell.

    Posted by Donna Walker at Thursday, August 27, 2026

  • LA Theatre Works, Sunday, August 30 at 10:00 pm, Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" Starring Emily Bergl and Nick Toren

    Orphaned Jane journeys from a harsh childhood to become the loving caregiver of a child at the mysterious manor of Mr. Rochester. Jane is drawn to her enigmatic employer, but as dark secrets emerge, she must choose between her newfound security and the uncertainty of a life lived for oneself. Adapted by Christine Calvit. Directed by Marsha Mason. Includes a conversation with author and scholar Maureen Lee Lenker about Jane Eyre and the Brontë sisters.

    Posted by Donna Walker at Monday, August 24, 2026

  • Phil and Ted's Sexy Boomer Show, Tuesday, August 25 at 2:00 pm with guest musician Daryl Davis ("Accidental Courtesy")

    Dr. Daryl Davis has toured around the world, performing with Chuck Berry, The Legendary Blues Band (formerly The Muddy Waters Blues Band), Elvis Presley’s Jordanaires, and many others. As a race relations expert Dr. Daryl Davis has received awards and high acclaim for his book "Klan-Destine Relationships" and his award-winning film documentary "Accidental Courtesy." He is the first Black author to write a book on the Ku Klux Klan based upon in-person interviews and personal encounters. His ability to get racists to renounce their ideology has sent Daryl to travel all over the United States and the world to share his methodology.

    Posted by Donna Walker at Thursday, August 20, 2026


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