arts and culture
Uncovering new depths in regional theatre production of ‘Fun Home’
February 12, 2020It was called “the first mainstream musical about a young lesbian.”
Read moreBong’s ‘Parasite’ focuses on plight of South Korea’s poor
February 11, 2020South Koreans are reveling in writer-director Bong Joon Ho’s dark comic thriller, “Parasite,” which won this year’s Academy Awards for best film and best international feature.
Read moreSteven Knight’s ‘A Christmas Carol’: Dickens in the age of neoliberalism
February 11, 2020This episode points out, as do the others, the ruthlessness of a society based on competition, control and confinement.
Read moreRadical radio station KPFK host Lila Garrett, 94, passes
February 7, 2020"Lila, you were such a great anti-war activist. Your program was one of the most important shows. You spoke the truth and had such great guests on week after week.”
Read moreThe ‘West Adams’ family: There goes the neighborhood!
February 4, 2020Skylight Theatre Company’s world premiere of Penelope Lowder’s West Adams is a great new play.
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