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Leaders of The New Psych Rock Movement Pay Tribute to THE DOORS
by Caryn Robbins - Feb 10, 2014


Doors fans, prepare to have your minds blown all over again! On March 4th, L.A.-based indie label Cleopatra Records will release A Psych Tribute to The Doors a heartfelt salute to the hometown heroes

Elliott Landy Launches Kickstarter Campaign THE BAND Fine Art Photography Book
by Christina Mancuso - Dec 20, 2013


In the world of Rock n' Roll photographers, there are few whose work with The Band and Bob Dylan, among others, is as extraordinary as Elliott Landy's. Brought into the fold of The Band during the recording of their first 2 records, Landy shot over 8,000 frames of film of The Band. Of these, only about 30 have been widely published. The photos, which evoke so many memories, have been in his studio, protected and cherished, for over forty years. All these years later, Landy still feels this is his best body of work from this period.

Lafayette to Summon Up New Love Interest in HBO's TRUE BLOOD Season 7
by TV News Desk - Dec 16, 2013


According to TVLine's Tom Ausiello, TRUE BLOOD will welcome a new character in its seventh and final season on HBO -- a new boyfriend for Lafayette (Nelson Ellis).

Julien's Auctions Hosts Icons & Idols: Rock n' Roll Auction
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 14, 2013


Julien's Auctions, the world's premiere music and entertainment memorabilia auction house, has announced a very rare opportunity to own Grateful Dead's Jerry Garcia's Custom Travis Bean TB500 Electric Guitar at a two-day auction event featuring the best of rock royalty.

Artlightenment 2013 Art and Film Festival Begins 11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 7, 2013


Created by painter, sculptor and film producer, Robyn Morshead in 2009, Artlightenment is a three day event which features workshops, live music and a fashion show.

Unpublished Notebook of Jim Morrison & More Set for History's Rock 'n Roll Auction
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 5, 2013


Profiles in History, run by Joe Maddalena, is proud to announce the iconic highlights from their upcoming blockbuster Rock 'n' Roll auction on December 18.

Val Kilmer to Star in CITIZEN TWAIN at Laguna Playhouse, 11/21-14
by Tyler Peterson - Oct 31, 2013


The Laguna Playhouse Executive and Artistic Directors Karen Wood and Ann E. Wareham present a special event, Val Kilmer starring in CITIZEN TWAIN, for a five-show limited engagement. Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. "We are thrilled to bring this extraordinary production to our audiences in Laguna Beach," offers Wood. Wareham adds, "Val Kilmer brings to remarkable life one of the greatest legends of all time and we are honored to have him here." CITIZEN TWAIN will perform five performances only beginning on Thursday, November 21 and run through Sunday, November 24, 2013 at the Laguna Playhouse, 606 Laguna Canyon Road in Laguna Beach.

Legendary Rocker Burton Cummings Gears Up for His First Headlining Show in Las Vegas in January 2014
by Robert Diamond - Oct 15, 2013


A Two-Time Recipient of Stars on Canada's Walk of Fame, The Former Guess Who Frontman Released His First Full-Band Live Album 'Massey Hall' in 2012, and Is Soon Releasing 'RUFF, Volume 1,' The First In A Series of DVD Documentaries Chronicling His Personal Life and Extraordinary Career

Review Roundup: A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN Opens on Broadway - All the Reviews!
by Review Roundups - Oct 10, 2013


A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN opens tonight, October 10 at the Lyceum Theatre on Broadway. Let's see what the critics had to say...

Morrison Hotel Gallery and Antiquorum Auctioneers Offer Rare Photographs and Iconic Images Today
by BWW News Desk - Oct 8, 2013


Morrison Hotel Gallery is thrilled to partner exclusively with Antiquorum Auctioneers today, October 8, 2013, delving deep into the photo archives of the gallery and offering one of the most complete photography auctions ever presented to the international community, presenting over 300 iconic images and unique items.

NEW Album From Anna Rose; CBGB & Tours with Crystal Bowersox, Howie Day
by Caryn Robbins - Oct 7, 2013


Anna Rose is a rare breed: graceful yet forceful, always in command. Whether she's shredding licks straight out of rock and roll's heyday or dialing it down for the kind of direct pop song that wins over the masses today, she's always authentically herself, always soulful.

Morrison Hotel Gallery and Antiquorum Auctioneers Offer Rare Photographs and Iconic Images, 10/8
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 27, 2013


Morrison Hotel Gallery is thrilled to partner exclusively with Antiquorum Auctioneers on Tuesday, October 8, 2013, delving deep into the photo archives of the gallery and offering one of the most complete photography auctions ever presented to the international community, presenting over 300 iconic images and unique items.

Photo Flash: First Look at Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN at Pasadena Playhouse
by Christina Mancuso - Aug 20, 2013


The Pasadena Playhouse presents Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN for a five-show limited engagement. Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. Kilmer continues to develop CITIZEN TWAIN, a solo show about the man considered to be the world's greatest storyteller, with this five performance extension at The Playhouse, August 21 - 24, 2013. The production continues through Sunday, July 28 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the production below!

2013 SAG-AFTRA San Diego Local Election Results
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 14, 2013


On August 13, 2013, the ballot tabulation of the San Diego Local election was conducted. Please note that some candidates ran unopposed and were declared elected without the necessity of a membership vote.

Pasadena Playhouse Adds Four Performances of Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN thru 8/30
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2013


The Pasadena Playhouse, announced today that it will add four additional performances of Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN to its limited engagement. Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of legendary American figure Mark Twain in his acclaimed one-man show CITIZEN TWAIN. Exploring the famed author's wry humor - from politics to death, love to money, racism, cats and everything in between - Val Kilmer reveals the wit and wisdom of the man considered to be America's greatest storyteller and first stand-up comedian. Kilmer continues to develop CITIZEN TWAIN, a solo show, with this now nine-show engagement, that will play August 21 through August 30, 2013, at The Pasadena Playhouse.

Val Kilmer to Star in CITIZEN TWAIN at Pasadena Playhouse, 8/21-24
by BWW News Desk - Jul 22, 2013


The Pasadena Playhouse announced today that it will present Val Kilmer in CITIZEN TWAIN for a five-show limited engagement. Val Kilmer, famous for his portrayals of iconic characters such as Jim Morrison (The Doors), Doc Holliday (Tombstone) and Batman (Batman Forever), inhabits the spirit of yet another legendary figure: Mark Twain. Kilmer continues to develop CITIZEN TWAIN, a solo show about the man considered to be the world's greatest storyteller, with this five performance extension at The Playhouse, August 21 - 24, 2013. The production continues through Sunday, July 28 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre.

BWW Interviews: Actor Val Kilmer Talks About Inhabiting Mark Twain
by Don Grigware - Jun 24, 2013


Film and stage actor Val Kilmer, best remembered for his now classic movie roles in the 80s and 90s including Top Gun, Jim Morrison in The Doors, Doc Holliday in Tombstone, and Bruce Wayne/Batman in Joel Schumacher's Batman Forever, is set to workshop an engagement of his Mark Twain evening Citizen Twain at the Kirk Douglas Theatre from June 28 - July 28. In our chat he discusses how it all began and how he feels about inhabiting the skin of one of the world's greatest humorists.

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