Came here to see in the heights. To locate initially a little hard. Theater was quaint and not a…read morebad seat in the house.

Having grown up in Torrance, I've been to El Camino College many times for many reasons, including…read moreas a student. My very first visit was as a small child, for the Saturday afternoon children's matinee in the 2054 seat Marsee Auditorium. For just 10 cents(!!) we were able to watch a great movie (often Disney) and have a really fun afternoon! I have returned for numerous performances since, including to see entertainment legends: Victor Borge and Bob Hope, but I digress. This was my first time to the smaller, 353 seat Campus Theatre. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-camino-college-campus-theatre-torrance?include_review_link=True&userid=Jcbj338NjXtSiqvK3LYghQ My mom asked if I wanted to join her for a performance of the Stephen Sondheim musical "Into the Woods". I had seen it before, but it's been years and as my mom isn't getting any younger, spending more time with her is always a good thing. As we lined up to enter the theater, the ushers in their nicely pressed black slacks and white long sleeve shirts, were very helpful and almost insistent about showing each person to their seat. The theatre looks as if it's been "refreshed" recently, as the paint and upholstery on the seats, along with the carpet on the floor looked new. The seats were comfortable too. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/el-camino-college-campus-theatre-torrance?select=gmhXevW-0WCsX6Cln1Thaw OVERALL: Everything about the performance was quite good and very professional, especially when you consider this is a community college. From the live orchestra, to the lighting, the set and props, to the sound, but especially the performers, just awesome! 5 stars!

My family used to work here and I used to go to these performances all the time when I was a kid,…read moreback when they used to sell boxed brownies and fruit punch at intermission (so good!). Now that I have a family member that attends here, it's nice coming back to a familiar place. Cypress College is one of those gems in Orange County for theatrical performances- they have a great set/prop team and they have a vast range of performances from the classics to the esoteric. Parking is free for performances, and during intermission they offer water and snacks for $1. Also, it's surprisingly chilly in the theater, so bring a sweater if you're the type to get cold. I recently saw the musical Carrie, and props to the set crew! I loved how they projected images of screaming girls into the trees, and how Carrie projected her telekinetic powers throughout the show. I was wondering how they were going to take a disturbing Stephen King horror novel and transform it into a piece for musical theater. I realized I was watching a tale of someone constantly bullied, pushed to the brink of telekinetic disaster. Rather than horror, what I felt was disturbing heartbreak (attested by the sniffles in the crowd) of someone struggling to fit in, and losing that battle. While the subject matter is certainly not my favorite for a musical, it doesn't take much to see the parallels Carrie and the horrific school shooting incidents in current times, and I felt this musical was a great thinking piece for today's culture. Bolstered by the strong performances of the lead singers, I wasn't sure what to expect, but I really enjoyed the show!

The Cypress College Fine Arts Theater has alot of potential. For having recently watched the…read moreOff-Broadway rock musical Little Shop of Horrors. (Remember the movie about the people-eating plant back in the 80's starring Rick Moranis and Steve Martin?) I wasn't expecting much but I completely enjoyed myself. The cast played their roles just right, always in character and always on point. Despite the small amount of stage room, the production team did a good job on props and portraying the different scenes. The theater itself isn't as grand as the Pantages. But, it's college theater, it offers you just enough. Their seating are stadium style seats and may squeak from time to time upon adjusting your derriere but serves it's purpose well. They offer refreshments during intermission. Gummy bears, candy bars, chips, soda and water. Unhealthy and inexpensive. Their restrooms need a little updating. i.e. more stalls. Women's restrooms never have enough stalls and the line can get pretty long. All in all, this place is what it is. It's local, it's decent, it's great for the smaller productions such as this one. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~ 3/5 Ambiance - The mood, character, quality, tone, atmosphere. 2/5 Service -Helpful, accommodating, efficient, delivery and speed? 3/5 Food / Merchandise - Quality, taste, presentation. 4/5 Price - Reasonable, inexpensive, high priced? (Based on Irma's review rating rubric - http://static.px.yelp.com/photo/evXt-5kyL-guqoCwxaAxtQ/l)

"Lend Me A Tenor" was a fabulous show, it was so hysterical, with great acting and perfect timing…read morefrom the actors. The operatic singing scenes was pretty amazing!! Denis, their Theater Manager took wonderful care of my group, with the best seats, and we all enjoyed the show. I am going back Thursday night to see it again, that's how funny it was! Holly Jeanne, who plays Julia was just exceptional, she's probably been on TV, between how funny and animated she was and we especially loved her gorgeous glitzy gown. We looked forward to every scene she was in coming onto the stage. Caryn D, Artistic Direct/Producer really out did herself with this show, it will be a hard show to top! I've already purchased a group of seats for, "Tick, Tick....Boom!" That show also looks wonderful! This theater is so upscale and decorated like a real Broadway style theater.

ICT review Share the love! Hold open auditions! Lend out one…read moreof your theatres for artists to workshop, have year round after school theatre camps, anything! The space is beautiful and empty 90% of the time. That is just not great leadership. I share your frustration that thousands of community artists in Long Beach have nowhere to practice their craft, while the AD and her condescending side kick act like ICT is Broadway. The plays are decent. The actors vary. The direction of every play feels all the same somehow; though they claim to have guest directors. I did some digging. The theatre was a gift from her friend at the time; the mayor. They used to be in a much smaller space. I respect that they are theatre people who worked their way up. I don't respect how little they pay their employees with absolutely no benefits or even the perk of being able to use one of their stages. There was also nothing in place to keep employees during Covid, so after years of working for them, all artists and teaching artists were just cut off with no notice and no plan to sustain them. Artistically, it would be so great if they stopped using Michael Donovan to cast every damn show. The accents he coaxes from actors are just painful. And yes, get some new blood in the mix, both acting & directing! Oh and by the way caryn, if you love artists so much; let them use the space!!!!

Paleyfest is an annual event that gives a peek into current television entertainment. An…read moreopportunity for fans to get a deeper look into the workings of programming of their favorite streaming shows. The audience is filled with film students to retirees interested in a sneak peak into the minds of the writers, producers and actors of a production of their choice at a price of course. Last year, we attended for the last season of Handmaids Tale and this year, we participated in the first season of Pluribus. As a transplant from DC to CA...I am a huge fan of Pluribus. A must watch. There are DC Metro and surrounding area businesses, especially favorite foodie places that come up in the production often (for those who love food and film). My favorite reference is "The Inn at Little Washington" (often rated a Top 50 restaurant in the US) where I went for a special birthday in my 20's. During the pandemic, there was a featured article on the inn, at a time when people were not dining out as often, the restaurant used mannequin diners so those visiting, did not dine alone. The Pluribus experience; Rhea Seehorn won the Golden Globe for best actress in her lead role as Carol, a former actress in the DC area. If you haven't see it do yourself a favor, it feels timely. Paleyfest is easy to purchase tickets online, a bit on the higher side for television but much of the cast attend. It is well organized inside, with promotion to join as a member. Wolfgang Puck makes prepared food inside to pick up a quick meal. Dolby Theatre has excellent sound and this may be the largest screen you will ever be able to see a streamed show in your lifetime. Note: I have read here some events have been a bust, such as the cast of Yellowstone not showing up etc. We have not experienced this and hope we never do. Go and enjoy your favorite show and cast! #PaleyFest #DolbyTheatre #Hollywood #Pluribus

My first year attending Paleyfest is in the books and it was a success!…read more Paleyfest is a really fun mini fest for fans of television and I'm a huge small screen person. The 42nd Annual William S. Paley Television Festival was held from March 21-29 at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood. It's a celebration in the best of TV organized by The Paley Center for Media. Weird thing about Paleyfest/Dolby Theater parking, even though you park at the Ovation for the Dolby Theatre, they do not validate. The parking situation then turns out to be the only bad thing here, so Waymo, rideshare, public transport here instead of driving to avoid the hefty parking fee not included with the hefty ticket prices. I went to two panels - Hacks and Severance - both at 730pm weeknights, way above average in content & characters, top tier small screen marvel shows with great writing & hilarious acting. And when they say panels, they mean it. From Severance, Ben Stiller, Dan Erickson, Adam Scott and Patricia Arquette were all there as Executive Producers but then also - the whole cast. It was light and cute and fun! From Hacks, Jean Smart, Hannah Einbinder, Paul Downs and the rest of the cast. Plus at both panels we got early access to the premiere episodes for each season - it was so fun to watch in a group setting instead of on my couch. Both were well worth it for my friend and I, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves with the Severance panel winning because stellar brought out a marching band. Mic drop. Small critique of the presentations, is the citi card commercial really necessary? it's lovely they are your sponsor, but everyone in attendance also paid and to then sit through a very long commercial was weird. When there was more of a gen z crowd, they booed and groaned very loudly - I giggled at their audacity. When there was a gen x crowd, hushed whispers hit the crowd - I again giggled. Both times I was in the audience for panels though, everyone was very confused by this and it kind of gave corny cringe vibes. Paley Center membership starts at $75 and you get 1 day early access to tickets. I did see some panels sell out this year and in years past quite quickly. Tickets aren't cheap but if this is your jam, it's fun! My friend and I plan on attending next year if the panels suit us!

As a fan of both CASA 0101 and Little Casa, I think this is a great new addition to the Theatre Row…read moredeveloping in Boyle Heights on First Street. I attended their first event, "Naked" Stage Nights, to support my friends on Jan. 22nd and really enjoyed seeing young artists presenting their new and raw work. Playwrights, actors, singer/ songwriters, poets. Another monthly show offered there on the fourth Thursday of every month is Ah...Awkward! It's intimate night of just anyone getting on stage and sharing and embarrassing and or awkward experience. This show is kind of like stand-up because most of the stories are pretty fun. I've also attended the playwriting classes taught by Josefina Lopez and have really enjoyed them.

Hubby, our daughters and I watched Mickey's PhilharMagic here and really enjoyed the 3D movie! In…read morefact it will probably be one of the most memorable experiences that we'll be returning to again and again! I would highly recommend this beautiful grand theater with a drop curtain and LOTS of seating!! I would say especially if you're sore and tired and looking to relax! I know we were! It opened in 2015 in Hollywood Land, located at Disney California Adventure Park. We are looking forward to returning to hopefully check out more movies! :D

This pertains to when they used this as a line for the WandaVision photo spot…read more OK because they really needed better instructions and lighting at night. One of the fun features is to do the photo through the TV, but there's no hands-free setup for that, also the TVs were not lighted up so they would come out as dark frames against the backdrop. The hands free setup is literally a SLOT that you put your phone in and hopefully with your TIMER setting (since selfie sticks are not allowed) you can run back and forth and not make anyone else in line shoot stares of death as you check your photo again. JUST GIVE an EMPLOYEE GLOVES so they can take the photos for you, I'd say if I was at the meeting. Anyways, its a couch. and i guess you come out as color and the background is like B&W set? I think so, but my photos are all blurry.

I attend a beutiful event ( New Year ) organace by that company , i like to share my experiance …read more Event was happend at Hollywood Banquet Hall at 5214 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027.location is very good and they had valet parking , i did not had to worry about . Event was very well planed , great decorations of the place and entertaiment .I was nicely surprice of delicious food. People was dancing all night . I really enjoyed it , Thank you Rullywood !

This is my girl's group. I came from a Polynesian dance background so I'm not givin them full…read morestars because of any bias, for real. I hired a couple of the girls to do a small show for my Goddaughter's bday luau and they did a wonderful job! They get full rate because of their professionalism at most. All the way up to the day of the party, they kept me in the loop and would call to discuss what I was expecting to see. They were absolutely sweet and lovely in every way, not an arrogant vibe out of any of them. The performance itself was amazing! Even though it was a simple laid back setting at a family party, they gave us a great show. They danced different forms and numerous costume changes. I like their creativity and overall stage presence. Everyone at the party gave real good feedback and the birthday girl absolutely loved it. That made it so worth every penny! =)