Tonya Kay

Indican Pictures is set to release Jonathan Zuck's terrifier Within the Darkness. Set for an early April release, Within the Darkness stars: Tonya Kay (“Criminal Minds”), John C. Bailey (Clowns, 2014), Shanna Forrestall (The Last Exorcism, 2010), Cheyenne Phillips (The Sandman, 2017) and many more up-and-comers. The film tells a story of several ghost hunters. They go in search of fame and fortune; but, they raise a demon  instead.

Representatives Ryan Costello (R-PA) and Raul Grijalva (DA-AZ) have introduced the Traveling Exotic Animal and Public Safety Protection Act (TEAPSPA) to Congress a bill backed by Animal Defenders International (ADI) that, if passed, would end the use of wild and exotic animals in traveling shows in the US.

Deanna Dylan Scott released her book, 'One Vegan Mama in March of 2015. Her source of inspiration according to Ms. Scott - other mothers who were very curious about vegan pregnancy and raising a child on a plant based diet. When Ms. Scott was asked about her being a source of inspiration to others, she stated, 'I do it by example. I live my life each day by making the choices necessary to support the care and concern that I have for both people and animals.' Her book, in summary, according to various readers, presents as 'a truthful, engaging, inspirational, 'no-nonsense' approach to adopting a plant based diet, inspiring those who want to chose a life filled with compassion and strength.' 'One Vegan Mama' was published by Tate Publishing. It is available for purchase on BarnesandNoble.com, OneVeganMama.com, Amazon.com, and at various vegan run businesses throughout Los Angeles, such as Follow Your Heart, 21825 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, CA; Rockin Rescue, 19855 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills, CA; and Vinh Loi, 18625 Sherman Way, Reseda, CA. Ms. Scott's site is www.oneveganmama.com. Future book signings will be announced on her website. In addition to Ms. Scott being a published author, she is also an advocate for the animals, advocating for them in much of what she does, and by following a vegan diet for the past 13 years, after being a vegetarian for an additional seven. She is also a screenwriter, model, actress, and producer. She was a contributor on the VGirls/VGuys project, which can be found on the web at www.VGirlsVGuys.net. This is a project that includes actresses, models and athletes, who joined together to demonstrate the strength, beauty and diversity of the vegan community. The project was put together by Melissa Schwartz and Donovan Jenkins of Schwartz Studios, located in Los Angeles. Most recently Ms. Scott had her directorial debut in 'Harmony Drive.' This production features vegan actress, Tonya Kay for her role in the first vignette. The forthcoming feature production relating to veganism will be comprised of nine vignettes total, consisting of the characters various reactions to veganism. The main character of the forthcoming feature, 'Harmony Drive' is Sloan who has a total life altering transformation for the greater good through her choice to be vegan. The film is currently in pre-production. Anyone interested in becoming involved with the production can contact Ms. Scott directly at deannadylan1111@aol.com. The goal of the forthcoming feature consisting of nine vignettes, as stated by Ms. Scott, is for people 'to open their minds as to how many have been conditioned by big industry to eat animals, and then to demonstrate that there is a much better, compassionate, healthy way to live.' Most important to Ms. Scott is 'to be a positive role model for her daughter, inspiring her daughter to use her 'power' for good.' Ms. Scott has various productions to which she has been credited as an actress. She is also a credited writer, producer and now with 'Harmony Drive', a first time director. Her profile is available on www.imdb.com. Since she was a child Ms. Scott articulated that 'she has always found portraying all kinds of characters interesting, and she loves the study of people.' Deanna Dylan Scott may be reached directly to discuss engaging her in future productions through her website, www.oneveganmama.com. She welcomes the opportunity of additional book signings and discussion with readers throughout Los Angeles. Ms. Scott is open to future interviews to discuss her book, 'One Vegan Mama'. Press release provided by Media Relations Contact, Lisa Pellegrene who may be reached directly at ideaanalyst@gmail.com. Ms. Pellegrene is a fellow V-Girl Contributor (VGirlsVGuys.net), model, actress, producer, advocate, and publicist who runs an independent consulting practice in the Los Angeles area. She has been vegan for four years.

At a Hollywood Gala on October 13th, Bob Barker (philanthropist and Emmy-award winning host of the Price is Right) will be presented with the Lord Houghton Award for outstanding services to animal welfare by Animal Defenders International (ADI).

Reprise Theatre Company's production of 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 1962's Tony-Award-winning Best Musical, will play its final performance on March 28 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Directed by David Lee, the production's book is by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.

Thankfully director David Lee is giving us a presentation of Forum @ Reprise based on the 1972 Broadway revival. Why? Because it includes 2 delightful songs not in the original 1962 New York production: 'Farewell' and 'Echo Song'. These 2 numbers add that extra special touch to Lee's dynamically directed version, which puts the s in silly and could not possibly get any better.

The 2009-2010 season of Reprise Theatre Company continues with 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 1962's Tony-Award-winning Best Musical, now playing through March 28 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Directed by David Lee, the production's book is by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Watch a 30-second promo below!

The 2009-2010 season of Reprise Theatre Company continues with 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 1962's Tony-Award-winning Best Musical, March 16 to 28 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Directed by David Lee, the production's book is by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.

Reprise Theatre Company will open A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, 1962's Tony-Award-winning Best Musical, March 16-28 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Directed by David Lee, the production's book is by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Single tickets are available for Forum online at www.reprise.org or through the UCLA Central Ticket Office at 310-825-2101.

The 2009-2010 season of Reprise Theatre Company continues with 'A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,' 1962's Tony-Award-winning Best Musical, March 16 to 28 at UCLA's Freud Playhouse. Directed by David Lee, the production's book is by Burt Shevelove and Larry Gelbart, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.