Experience Live theatre this Friday, Nov 27th

I (Kathy Leonardo) am helping to publicize an incredible play called
Mercy Warren's Tea opening this Friday November 27th at 8:00 pm, the
day after Thanksgiving at the Odyssey Theatre (2055 S. Sepulveda, LA
CA 90025). You will be hearing about it on KCRW, KPFK and other
stations. I have also included some links below for more info. There
will be a fabulous opening party as well…..and all ticket holders for
this Friday's performance are invited to attend.

 Written by Jovanka Bach, Mercy Warren's Tea was the winner of the
American Public Radio Drama award and is being produced and directed
by John Stark. This exhilarating play focuses on the life of Mercy
Otis Warren (1728-1814), America's first woman playwright and
historian. Warren secretly authored anti-British plays that sparked
Revolutionary sentiment.   (Gotta love that strong woman)

To help commemorate this special opening, Nancy Rubin, author of the
book "The Secret Pen of Mercy Otis Warren, The Muse of the Revolution"
has agreed to be a part of this wonderful event and will be on hand to
sign books on opening night.

Tickets are only $18.00 and if you are a student, senior or a member
of an entertainment union…discounted tickets of $10.00 are available.
Call the box office 310 477-2055 now to make sure to reserve your
ticket.    It runs through Dec 20th.

So after a full day of eating on Thanksgiving, come enjoy some
theatrical nourishment as well as the chance to mingle with talented
actors and John Stark, the director and producer of "Mercy Warren's
Tea" at an exclusive party….there's nothing like "opening night" at
the theatre.

 I'll be there….hope to see you too. …..see links below.   Have a
beautiful Thanksgiving!

 Kathy

 http://culturemob.com/events/6038761--mercy-warrens-tea-opening-nov-27th-at-the-odyssey-theatre-ca-west-los-angeles-west-los-angeles-90025-odyssey-theatre

 http://www.yelp.com/events/los-angeles-friday-nov-27th-opening-of-mercey-warrens-tea-at-the-odyssey-theatre

Singing Darwinian Scholar Richard Milner sails from London fog to sunny California to perform Darwin show & discuss DARWIN's UNIVERSE from UC Press! A "natural selection" for your consideration!

Frank Entertainment & Speakers Entertaining Ideas from the Historical to the Hysterical!   Jeannine Frank * (310) 476-6735 * Jeannine@FrankEntertainment.com    Frank Entertainment represents a lively roster of nearly 50 performing artists, social satirists, cabaret artists, educational programs & authors. Full or streamlined rosters available on request!   Special performances & book events in L.A. with Singing Darwin Scholar Richard Milner Nov. 15-20!     Sun., Nov. 15 * 2pm - Caltech Skeptic Society Lecture Series A 1/2 hr. performance before guest author Barbara Ehrenreich! Tix first come first served at door -- no advanced sales. Seating limited -- come early! $8 Skeptics, Caltech/JPL Community; $10 General Public. More info at lectureseries@skeptic.com or 626-794-3119.   Wed., Nov. 18 * 7:30 - Workmen's Circle * 1525 S Robertson Bl.* 310 552-2007  Lively evolutionary musical, Q&A & book signing!  $15/$10 members circle@circlesocal.org      Thu., Nov. 19 * 7:30 - Grounds for Evolution! Peet's Coffee * 258 S. Beverly Dr., BH Singing, sipping, schmoozing, signing! -- informal presentaion, Q&A!  Additional private events & interviews have been scheduled. Please contact Jeannine for info and special invitations.   UC Press releases DARWIN'S UNIVERSE by Richard Milner A Natural Selection for your Review!      Bio, NY Times & SF Chronicle features, reviews & more at  www.darwinlive.com     View delightful 3-minute New York Times video of the Singing Darwinian Scholar! http://video.nytimes.com/video/2009/02/09/science/1231547271297/darwin-in-song.html       "... the single best volume ever published that covers all matters Darwinian from A to Z. I have never so enjoyed a scientific book, plucking out gems of elegant narrative richly supported by photographs and paintings from the history of evolutionary thought. A magnificent product of scholarship that is also a work of art." --  Michael Shermer, Editor of Skeptics Magazine, author of In Darwin's Shadow and Why Darwin Matters Darwin on the move!    DARWIN'S UNIVERSE is now on the shelves, and singing Darwinian Scholar Richard Milner is delighting crowds around the world with his one-man musical, Charles Darwin: Live & In Concert.    Last month Mr. Milner performed at the Smithsonian iMuseum in Washingtonm, DC and on November 10th he thrilled the members of the prestigious Linnaean Society of London. A CSPAN taping for the Book Channel and a performance at NYU are upcoming.   On November 14 he'll be appearing in Walnut Creek before flying down to LA for a Skeptic Society event at Caltech and a week of festivities! Please contact me if you'd like to set up an interview or meeting with him while he's in Los Angeles -- and, of course, I hope you'll join us at one or more of the events!

Fwd: Being Bold

This is the second in an occasional series from Venice Arts' year-long project, What's Your Story. Previous stories, below.                                                                                  CHAPTER 01 : SUNNY WAR [Film Short] _________________________________________________________________________________ CHAPTER 02 : ALEX  "Whatever you can do or dream, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it."  - Goethe When I read this quote on 17-year-old Alex's blog, it reminded me of her self-portrait (left). I was also struck by how apt it must have been during some very trying times in her life. To be bold enough to begin, let alone to persevere, is not easy for any one at any age. But Alex has done both. Alex describes herself as "a reluctant Eskimo, devoted aunt, skilled liar, French learner, bookworm, dictionary reader, shopping-hater, sometimes writer, nature lover, and mostly photographer." I first met Alex when she enrolled in a photo class at Venice Arts 5 years ago; we were soon joking that she practically lived here. She took 3 classes a week; assisted in the gallery, film program, and darkroom; mentored other youth; made an independent film with her friends; joinedAdvanced Studies; and became one of our first paid interns. In fact, we created a special intern slot just for her that she filled for nearly 3 years. Before she left, her mentor, Joanne, took her on a college tour(Alex in the Bay Area with Polaroid camera, right). In August, Alex moved to Alaska to live with her sister. Blogging from Alaska, she says, "I have yet to spot a gallery or hear anyone talk passionately about art. I am making up for this by running a fake gallery for my accounting class. I have to thank everyone at Venice Arts... (because) my teacher thinks I'm some business genius. I know what my expenses are and my target demographic. FYI, the gallery is called Mixed Up Media Gallery." I asked Alex to allow you to follow her story from Alaska through her photos and blogs. She's agreed, so check back often or subscribe to Alex' story here to be notified each time she posts. We'll also be posting a new piece-featuring her photos and an audio interview-in a couple of weeks. During this giving season, we have set a goal to raise $10,000 for our Advanced Studies program, from which Alex graduated. This will support 6 low-income teens for a full-year in workshops, internships, 1:1 mentoring, assistance with portfolio development and college applications, and much, much more. Not a lot of money for a lot of impact. Please help us to make this goal. Be bold. It doesn't matter if you give $25 or $2,500; what matters is that you give at a level that is meaningful to you. Please, contribute online, today. As always, many thanks for your support! Lynn Warshafsky Founder | Executive Director _________________________________________________________________________________ Venice Arts  Whats Your Story?  BeyondMyspace   The House is Small  IPE  Donate   Get Involved

Fwd: United Nations Hosts Venice Arts' Exhibit House Is Small

We invite our New York area friends to join us for a reception at the UNITED NATIONS | SOUTH GALLERY   THE HOUSE IS SMALL, BUT THE WELCOME IS BIG TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2009, 6pm-7:30pm RSVP to buhaine@unaids.org or 646.666.8019 On exhibit from October 17, 2009 through December 11, 2009  | Gallery hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm Please access the South Gallery via the visitors entrance at 1st Ave & 46th Street, New York City.   Many thanks to our reception hosts: UNAIDS & the stars of Law & Order: SVU Christopher Meloni, Mariska Hargitay, Dann Florek, Richard Belzer Ice-T, Stephanie March, BD Wong and Tamara Tunie. This exhibit was made possible by:                                                An initiative of:                                                               Venice Arts     The House is Small     IPE     BeyondMyspace     Donate

Rachel Rosenthal Birthday Gala and Fundraiser to be held November 7th at Track 16 Gallery

Rachel Rosenthal Birthday Gala and Fundraiser Saturday, November 7, 2009, 7PM TRACK 16 Gallery Bergamot Station 2525 Michigan Avenue, Bldg C-1, Santa Monica, CA 90404 (310) 264-4682 Tickets available online at http://rachelrosenthal.org Email, r2co@rachelrosenthal.org A birthday gala and fundraiser to celebrate the life and work of "City of Los Angeles Living Cultural Treasure" Rachel Rosenthal. The event features a silent auction of 83 works by a stellar group of artists including Robert Rauschenberg, Eleanor Antin, John Baldessari, Llyn Foulkes, George Herms, Mike Kelley, Martin Kersels, Ed Moses, Lee Mullican, Betye Saar, Masami Teraoka, Patssi Valdez, June Wayne and many others. Live music by the fabulous Amy Knoles of the California E.A.R. Unit and Jean Paul Monsché of the Mad Alsacians and special guests. Dessert by LA's renowned Cake Divas. Wine by Grateful Palate Bitch Grenache