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In tonight’s Extra, Extra, a movie producer flies low over Santa Monica, Michelle Williams talks about her role in a new adaptation of “The Wizard of Oz,” and “South Park” gets renewed. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › View original post here: Extra, Extra: Flying Too Low, Channeling a Good Witch, and More Heapings of ‘South Park’
After offending all kinds of Hollywood sensibilities for the past two years, Ricky Gervais is coming back to host the Golden Globes for a third time. The awards show is scheduled for January 15 of next year. NBC Los Angeles reports that the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, which oversees the event, had this to say about re-extending the invite to Gervais… more › Go here to see the original: Ricky Gervais Will Host 2012 Golden Globes
In tonight’s Extra, Extra, a UC Davis student sues the school, UCLA and USC gear up for the big game, and we’re told there will be pie. Plus: Keep up with us on Facebook , and follow us on Twitter: @LAist @LAistFood @LAistSports . more › View original post here: Extra, Extra: Fraternity Hazing, College Rivalry Week and Free Pie
Google’s invite for its upcoming music product launch is rather ambiguous. Mashable, along with other tech press members, received a mysterious invitation on Friday to attend the launch this Wednesday in L.A. Metro removed much of the mystery in a post today, detailing that Google will launch an online Google Music store for Android devices. more › More: Google Music To Be Unveiled at Mr. Brainwash Gallery in LA
Shore House Cafe on 2nd Street in Long Beach, which was seemingly around forever (at least 25 years or so), is soon to become a second branch of the Simms brothers’ (Lazy Dog Cafe, Tin Roof Bistro) American craft beer pub, Simmzy’s . [EaterWire] Link: ExpansionWire: Shore House Cafe on 2nd Street…
November 17 through 19, chefs Kris Tominaga (Joe’s Restaurant) and Brian Dunsmoor (Axe) are moving down the block to pop-up at Capri with their own concept called Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing . From 5:30-10:30PM they will serve an eight-course menu of rustic country fare priced at $65. To make a resy call 424-268-8344 or email wolfinsheepsclothingrestaurant@gmail.com with name, phone number, date, time, and party size. This temporary dining engagement is, in fact, a sneak peek of what’s to come. In December, Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing moves into Capri indefinitely (in partnership with Capri management, though operating under the new name) offering “gimmick-free food that real people wanna eat.” So when the lines at Gjelina are unbearable, this sounds like it could be a more affordable alternative… [EaterWire] More here: Coming Attractions : Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing Taking Over Capri on AK
There’s no place like… Beverly Hills. The famous ruby red slippers from “The Wizard of Oz” have clicked heels thrice and landed in not Oz nor Kansas, but the wonderful land of Los Angeles. Worn by Judy Garland in the 1939 classic film, the slippers will display at Solange-Azagury Partridge in Beverly Hills from November 14 through November 15. more › Link: Three Heel Clicks to Beverly Hills: ‘Wizard of Oz’ Ruby Slippers On Display
In this Oct. 29, 2011 photo, actor Henry Cavill poses for a portrait at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif. Read this article: ‘Immortals’ reigns with $32M opening weekend; Sandler’s ‘Jack and Jill’ takes second with $26M
Get out so you can consider chicano culture’s role in the counterculture, listen to local authors or jam to some Bach (and Bach-inspired pieces). more › Read more: Get Out: Chicano Counterculture, Five Points Readings, Little Match Girl Passion
http://www.youtube.com/v/b46RTkom63E?version=3&f=user_uploads&app=youtube_gdata Jason Segel talks to LA Times reporter Amy Kaufman at the premiere of “The Muppets.” Read the original post: Jason Segel at “The Muppets” premiere
