REVIEW: Award Winning ‘God of Carnage’ Now Playing Through February 16th at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
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| Jamison Jones, Amy Sloan, Maura Vincent and Hugo Armstrong star in the LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT production of GOD OF CARNAGE, written by Yasmina Reza and directed by Michael Arabian. |
La Mirada~With a talented cast and production team, the Tony Award-winning play God of Carnage was successful in its comedic ventures to keep audience members at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts completely riveted. Director Michael Arabian commits to the challenging task of staging French playwright Yasmina Reza’s complex and sagacious tale.
God of Carnage revolves around two sets of Brooklyn parents meeting to resolve an altercation between their eleven-year-old sons. As the play begins, tactful and polite exchanges are made, but by the end of the night, four professional adults find themselves at a stand-off with each other that test the limits of human nature.
The small cast of four, starring actors Hugo Armstrong, Jamison Jones, Amy Sloan, and Maura Vincent, demonstrated outstanding chemistry in a story with such unexpected twists and turns. Respectively, each actor portrayed their unique character in an impeccable manner. Landing one punch line after another, audience members spent most of the hour-and-half run in hysterical laughter. God of Carnage didn’t just keep the audience laughing, but contained various shocking, unpredictable moments that had them perplexed, yet excited. With a successful first weekend, God of Carnage is quickly becoming characterized as a must-see for all theater fanatics.
Performances are at 7:30pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8pm on Fridays; 2pm and 8pm on Saturdays; and 2pm on Sundays. Ticket prices range from $20-$70. For purchasing and information visit the La Mirada Theatre’s website at www.lamiradatheatre.com or call the La Mirada Theatre Box Office at (562) 944-9801 or (714) 994-6310. Discounts are available for students, seniors, and groups.
Latest La Mirada Crime Report; Four Vehicle Burglaries
The following is the La Mirada crime report for Jan. 20 - Jan. 26, 2014
Robbery-A robbery was reported on the 15000 block of La Mirada Blvd. Cash was stolen from a motorist in the parking lot of the location.
Aggravated Assault-Two assaults were reported last week. An incident was reported near Edwards Rd and Imperial Hwy. Both parties involved were taken into custody in connection with the incident. An assault occurred on the 15100 block of Talbot. A male was assaulted with a beer bottle. The incident is under investigation.
Residential Burglary-A burglary was reported on the 13800 block of Salada Dr. A suspect was arrested in connection with the burglary. An incident was reported on the 13700 block of Avenida Espana. Jewelry and a designer bag were stolen from the residence. Firearms and cash were reported stolen from a residence on the 15300 block of San Ardo Dr.
Other Structure Burglary-A burglary to a vacant building was reported on the 14000 block of Rosecrans Ave. Copper wiring was stolen from the location. A burglary to a detached garage was reported on the 14500 block of Biola Ave. There was no loss reported.
Vehicle Burglary-There were four vehicle burglaries reported last week. An incident was reported on the 12700 block of Corley Dr. Various items were stolen from the vehicle. Sporting goods were stolen from a vehicle on the 12700 block of Chadsey Dr. A window smash burglary was reported on the 15700 block of Olive Branch Dr. An empty tote bag was stolen from the vehicle. A vehicle burglary reported on the 14900 block of Gagely Dr had an unknown loss.
Grand Theft- A tool box was reported stolen from a truck bed on the 14700 block of Firestone Blvd. A shoplifting incident was reported on the 15800 block of Imperial Hwy.
Grand Theft Vehicle-A vehicle was stolen on the 14200 block of Firestone Blvd.
Cerritos College Administrator Bob Chester Abruptly Resigns
Norwalk~Robert “Bob” Chester has resigned his position as President of the Cerritos College Faculty Senate as well as the Coordinator of Judicial Affairs for the campus in a stunning email to members of the Board of Trustees and other campus officials on Wednesday morning.
Chester has been a controversial and divisive figure at the Norwalk based campus for the past several years.
Read the rest of the story here.
La Mirada Radio Shack Closes
La Mirada~The Radio Shack in La Mirada has closed its doors and doesn't appear to be reopening.
Located at 15276 Rosecrans Avenue in the La Mirada Theatre Center, the store ceased operations on January 20th.
We have a call into their corporate offices and will relay information as soon as we get it.
The store was robbed on January 14th.
CITY: La Mirada Continues to Progress in 2014
La Mirada City officials are looking forward to building on recent accomplishments in 2014 as the City continues to provide a safe community, improve its fiscal position, improve its aging infrastructure, attract new businesses, and maintain the community’s high quality of life.
“2013 saw the City make considerable progress towards many of its strategic goals, such as ensuring a safe community, improving its infrastructure, and promoting a strong local economy,” says City Manager Jeff Boynton. “We will continue on that course this year.”
The City continues to recover from the Great Recession, state grabs of local tax dollars, and the loss of redevelopment in recent years. City officials are encouraged by recent economic signs in which sales, property, and transient occupancy (hotel users) tax revenues grew over the last year. The FY 2013-14 budget, adopted last June, held a slight surplus and the City maintains modest reserve levels. 
Though encouraged by improvements to the economy, the City remains committed to its prudent fiscal management practices and conservative approach to revenue forecasting. Basic services continue to be delivered with a lean workforce of some 65 full-time employees, about a 33 percent decrease from five years ago. Hourly City employees were reduced by a similar amount over this time. The City continues to make extensive use of contracted services to achieve cost efficiencies while meeting the community’s needs.
Latest La Mirada Crime Report
Robbery- An armed robbery was reported on the 15200 block of Rosecrans Ave. Currency and electronics were stolen from the business. No injuries were reported. A burglary was reported on the 15200 block of Quail Lane. Entry into the residence was made though unlocked rear doors. A burglary was reported on the 15100 block of Lefffingwell Rd. which occurred last month. A laptop computer and gift cards were stolen from the residence. A burglary was reported on the 14400 block of Gagely Dr. Various tools were stolen from a residential garage. Tools were also stolen from another residential garage on the 14600 block of Ermita Ave.A burglary occurred on the 12900 block of Burgess Ave. A firearm was stolen from the residence. A laptop computer was reported stolen from a residence on the 14300 block of Elmbrook Dr.
Vehicle Burglary-A burglary was reported on the 15400 block of La Mirada Blvd. A wallet was stolen from the vehicle. A wallet and three pairs of sunglasses were reported stolen from a vehicle on the 14900 block of Dilworth St.
More Changes for LM Blvd/Imperial Intersection
La Mirada~A car wash, not a car wash. There is a long-term lease for the car wash to remain a car wash for a very long time. Any changes would trigger a rezoning process which scares a lot of perspective builders away. One thing for sure it is certainly in the top 5 of La Mirada community eyesores.
McDonald’s appears to still be in the picture. It is possible Carriage will be torn down to be replaced by McDonald’s. There are a lot of things possible at this time. McDonald’s could go elsewhere in center, or they could not build at all. It’s just that the name keeps coming up.
Owners of the Crossroads center, Rich Development are tight-lipped but have told us they hope to lease out three stores currently being built between Walmart Neighborhood Market and the Bank of America. We have heard a cell phone provider is going in. Also have heard the possibility of a Bistro.
Popular Spaghetti Dinner Renamed in Honor of a Great Community Friend
Great food, tons of prizes, great cause! Mark your calendar and stop on by!
JUST ADDED: A Barbershop Quartet and a Beauty Shop Quartet from La Mirada High School's VAPA program will be part of the entertainment lineup.
La Mirada~The popular annual Spaghetti Dinner, hosted by La Mirada Kiwanis and Meals on Wheels (MOW), will be held Friday evening, January 24, 2014. This year the event will be named the Lou Piltz Memorial Spaghetti Dinner in honor of the beloved member who gave so much to his community throughout his life.
Lou’s personal career in the City of La Mirada was in the original Hiram’s Market where he made a mark as a great manager and customer pleaser. His political career included membership on several commissions and ultimately as councilman and mayor. His service career was endless including many years as a KIwanian, hours of comfort and support for wayward boys, tutoring of elementary school children, and computer lessons for the older folk.
Children were his love, and he learned magic to amuse them at schools and other community events. Lou was a favorite member and faithful servant at the La Mirada Temple Beth Ohr. Humility and humor were his personal trademarks.
La Mirada Radio Shack Robbed
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| La Mirada Sheriff's Deputies converged on the Radio Shack in La Mirada Tuesday evening shortly after a armed robbery occured |
La Mirada~The Radio Shack in La Mirada was robbed last night.
Around 8:15 p.m., a man approached the cashier with miscellaneous electronic items in his hands and showed the cashier a black handgun in his waistband, according to a Sheriff's broadcast of the incident.
The broadcast also indicated the cashier feared for his life and surrendered the entire cash register drawer to the suspect containing around $300.00.
Witnesses and employees said the man was white and seemed to be in his 50's and was last seen running toward Adelfa Drive, away from he store.
Nobody was injured in the incident.
Moments after the incident, the manager and employee of the store told the La Mirada Blog they were unable to comment.
When contacted by this website, on-duty watch commander for the Norwalk Sheriff's, Lieutenant McDaniel acknowledged to us there was a robbery, but they were still working out the details.
Check out our on-scene video coverage here.
Read more details as events unfolded on our Twitter feed here.
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The Four B’s Highlight Second Symphony Concert of Season
La Mirada~Bernstein, Berlioz, Beethoven, and Brahms are the composers featured in the upcoming concert by the La Mirada Symphony on Sunday, January 19 at 3 pm at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts.
The program includes Overture to Candide by Leonard Bernstein, Wellington's Victory by Ludwig van Beethoven, Roman Carnival Overture by Hector Berlioz and Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98 by Johannes Brahms.
Dr. Robert Frelly of Chapman University conducts this mixture of musical styles for the second concert of the season.
Admission and parking are free, no reservations required. A $5 donation is suggested.
For more information visit the La Mirada Symphony Website or call 714-420-0262 or 562-941-5779.
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