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A Thought-Provoking Classic

Reginald Rose created his classic drama Twelve Angry Men  in 1954. The issues it raises are all too contemporary. In the Pasadena Playhouse’s current production, director Sheldon Epps features six white and six black actors, in the roles of jurors … Continue reading

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Barry Pearl Interview, Part 2

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Setting the “Tone” for Terror

Halloween may be over–but Brian Davis is going to scare you.  And that’s a good thing. A musician and composer, Brian creates film scores for horror movies.  His music reflects the fact that he is a complete fan of Halloween … Continue reading

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A “Nightmare” Creative Vision

A  disturbing “Nightmare” is coming to an end. And a lot of hardcore horror fans will miss it. This is the final weekend of “Rob Zombie’s Great American Nightmare”: a Southern California first that incorporates horror and heavy metal for … Continue reading

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John Reese Interview, Part Two

What can an artist learn from working with filmmaker/musician Rob Zombie?  John Reese, music co-producer of Rob Zombie’s Great American Nightmare, talks about the creative process behind this innovative, and extreme, Halloween haunt.

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On Track For Scary Fun

Just not into the “gorier” haunts that send people screaming into the night? One of Los Angeles’ best-kept secrets might be the answer.  And tonight and tomorrow are the last two nights it’s running! The Griffith Park Ghost Train, operated … Continue reading

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