REVIEW: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers at La Mirada Theatre
La Mirada~Hand clapping and foot-stomping fun, along with a lot of hootin’ & hollerin’ is exactly what we experienced at The La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts this past Friday evening.
Set in 1850’s Oregon wilderness, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS-directed by Glenn Casale-was absolutely sensational with the costuming right on target.
We have not had this much fun at a theatre house in a very long time and the energy emanating was amazingly electric.
The music was superb and the choreography by Patti Columbo, which was assisted by Karl Warden, was outstanding, with the stage version being perhaps a little more risqué than the original MGM movie.
One of our female reviewers commented, “It was nice to see half-naked men on the stage for once, instead of half-naked women.”
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| The company of SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS, directed by Glenn Casale and now playing at LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS. |
We’re not quite sure where she was going with that comment, but we digress.
If you’re a sucker for true love in all its meaning then we highly recommend you take a night off from the norm, and be prepared to be entertained in the areas of love and humor, and by some show-stopping dancing and one heck of a talented team of actors.
Brides and Brothers is now playing through May 5th with Mondays and Tuesdays being dark and matinees on weekends.
Tickets range from $20-$70 and can be purchased at La Mirada Theatre’s website, or by calling the La Mirada Theatre Box Office at (562) 944-9801 or (714) 994-6310. Student, Senior, Children and group discounts are available.
Splash! Pre-Season Sale On Now; Mother-Daughter Tea Registration Open
Buccaneer Bay season passes are the best way to enjoy La Mirada's award winning water park. Special pre-season sale ends May 31.
Plan now to spend the summer floating in the lazy river, splashing in the water spray areas, and taking a ride down our 25-foot water slides. A new toddler pirate slide has been added for the 2013 season.
Buccaneer Bay is open weekends May 25 through September 29, and daily from June 14 through September 2.
For more information or to purchase a pass, visit Splash!, call (562) 902-3191, or visit www.SplashLaMirada.com.
Also, registrations for the annual Mother-Daughter Tea Party at Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center on Saturday, May 11 will be taken through April 26.
The cost is $27 for ages 12 and over, and $17 for ages 3 to 11.
For more information, call (562) 902-3160.
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers Now Playing at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
Rip-roaring stage version of the popular MGM movie showing through May 5th
La Mirada~"Goin' courting" has never been as much fun as in this rip-roaring stage version of the popular MGM movie, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, adapted by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay.
Millie is a young bride living in the 1850's Oregon wilderness whose plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law to ensure the success of her own marriage
backfires when the brothers, in their enthusiasm, kidnap six women from a neighboring town to be their brides.
Bursting with the rambunctious energy of the original film, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is all boisterous fun and romance that harkens back to the glory days of the movie musical. Directed by Glenn Casale and Choreographed by Pati Colombo (the same team behind Peter Pan starring Cathy Rigby).
Seven Brides is playing through May 5th at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts. For ticket information visit www.lamiradatheatre.com or call (562) 944-9801.
La Mirada Pledges Open and Transparent Government
CITY RELEASE
La Mirada~The La Mirada City Council highlighted efforts to promote open and transparent local government at its meeting last month on March 26th. The Council presented an official proclamation to City Clerk Anne Haraksin, who described the City’s efforts to make information available to the public.
The proclamation notes the La Mirada’s commitment to providing open and accessible government, and effectively serving its citizens. The proclamation notes the City’s policy of abiding by all the provisions of the California Public Records Act, and acknowledges the City’s efforts to enhance government transparency throughout California through its work with the League of California Cities.
“The City Council supports openness and transparency in local government,” said Mayor Steve De Ruse. “This public declaration to the citizens of La Mirada indicates our sincere commitment to open and accessible government, and a promise to promote these principles in all city matters.”
La Mirada information is easily available on the City’s website at www.cityofmirada.org. Clicking on a new Transparency tab located on the website homepage gives citizens access to City meeting notices, agendas, minutes, financial and personnel information, as well as City contracts, permits and audits.
Steve DeRuse Selected as Mayor of La Mirada; Larry Mowles Mayor Pro Tem
CITY RELEASE
La Mirada~New leadership for the coming year was selected by the La Mirada City Council last month on March 26th.
Steve De Ruse was selected to serve as Mayor. Elected to the La Mirada City Council on March 8, 2011, he is senior pastor at First Baptist Church of Artesia and served nearly 13 years as a senior pastor at a church in La Mirada. He has been a small business owner, track coach for John Glenn High School, television program host, radio guest commentator, and featured speaker at men’s ministry conferences.
Mayor De Ruse served on the La Mirada Community Services Commission from November 2006 to March 2011. He served as Chairman from August 2008 through August 2010. Mayor De Ruse also served on the Citizen Task Force on City Finances and Operations from November 2009 to April 2010.
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| CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION -- The La Mirada City Council selected new leaders for the coming year during its annual reorganization on Tuesday, March 26. Pictured are (l to r) Councilmember Andrew Sarega, Councilmember Steve Jones, Mayor Steve De Ruse, Mayor Pro Tem Lawrence P. Mowles and Councilmember Pauline Deal. |
As a member of the La Mirada Clergy Council, he served as President of that organization from 2001 to 2005. He is also a member of the La Mirada Chamber of Commerce and a past president of the La Mirada Rotary Club. Mayor De Ruse is the Chair of the Southeast Area Social Services Funding Authority (SASSFA) Board of Directors. Additionally, he serves on the Executive Board for the Los Angeles Southern Baptist Association.
Mayor De Ruse holds a Master’s Degree in Theology and a Doctor of Ministry Degree both from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena. He has been a resident of La Mirada since 1976. He and his wife, Mary Ann, have been married for 41 years and have two daughters, Adrienne and Elaine, and one grandchild.
Lawrence P. Mowles was named Mayor Pro Tem. Elected to the La Mirada City Council on March 8, 2011, he has worked in the insurance industry for over 30 years.
Off-Duty Deputy Shoots and Kills Himself in La Mirada
La Mirada~A Sheriff’s deputy apparently shot and killed himself in La Mirada early Saturday morning, the Coroner's office said.
There is very little information available at this time about the suicide other than the victim being a male and it occurred around 2:00 a.m. on San Feliciano Drive.
It is unknown at this time whether the deputy was a member of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
We are working to obtain more details.
16:34 NEW: We can now confirm that the deputy was a member of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and he was off-duty at the time, according to Steve Whitmore, Sheriff's spokesperson.
Suburban League High School Baseball: Kruip Throws Six Shutout Innings in Mats Win; Monsoons’ Carpenter Throws No-No
Norwalk~Kyle Carpenter no-hit the John Glenn Eagles, giving up only three walks, as Mayfair defeated John Glenn 10-0, in a battle of unbeaten Suburban League teams.
Although Glenn (10-7, 2-1) and Mayfair (13-5, 5-0) both entered the game without a loss in league play, the Eagles were clearly overmatched.
It was the 17th straight league win, dating back to last year, for the Monsoons who have won the league title the last two seasons.
Senior Justin Davis was 3-4 with 3 RBI’s, garnering a single, double, and triple-a home run short of the cycle. Senior Nico Olvera also had three singles and an RBI for the Monsoons.
Eagle ace Cesar Arzate, victim of some shoddy Glenn defense and some bad hops, gave up three runs in the first inning and never recovered, giving up seven runs and six hits in five innings overall.
Carpenter, faced only 24 batters (three over the minimum), had seven strikeouts, and did not allow a ball out of the infield.
The two teams will play the second game of the home-and-home series Friday at Mayfair beginning at 3 p.m.
In other Suburban League action:
La Mirada, trying to keep pace with Mayfair, improved to 4-1 in league with a 11-0 victory over Norwalk. Cody Kruip pitched six shutout innings for the Matadores. The Lancers fell to 0-3 in the Suburban League.
Weekly La Mirada Crime Report: April 1-April 7, 2013
The following is the crime report for La Mirada the week of April1-7, 2013:
Residential Burglary-A burglary was reported on the 15100 block of Fairacres Dr. Jewelry and various other items were stolen from the residence. Another incident was reported on the 15700 block of La Barca Dr. The residence was under fumigation at the time of the burglary.
Other Structure Burglary-A burglary to a vacant business was reported on the 14500 block of Firestone Blvd. Copper wiring and piping was taken. A burglary to a garage also was reported on the 11600 block of Arroyo Dr. Responding deputies arrested a suspect in connection with the burglary and another incident nearby.
Vehicle Burglary-A vehicle had its door lock punched on the 14200 block of Rosecrans Ave. Various items were taken from the. Another incident was reported on the 14300 block of Firestone Blvd. A cell phone, purse, and backpack containing costume jewelry were taken. A third burglary was reported on the 14200 block of Valley View Ave.
Grand Theft-A theft from an unlocked vehicle was reported on the 14800 block of Firestone Blvd. A laptop computer and text books were stolen from the vehicle.
Grand Theft Vehicle-An older model pick-up was reported stolen from the 16500 block of Knott Ave. The vehicle was recovered several days later by the Industry Sheriff's Station. An older model Volkswagen Beatle was reported stolen from the 13000 block of La Mirada Blvd.
The Murder Of Millions Commemorated By Temples Beth Ohr (La Mirada), Beth Israel, and Beth Tikvah.
Yom HaShoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, occurs this Sunday, April 7th, 2013.
Shoah, the Hebrew word meaning catastrophe or utter destruction, commemorates the atrocities committed against and the murder of 6 million Jews by the Nazis during World War II.
The Shoah (also called the Holocaust, from a Greek word meaning "sacrifice by fire,") was initiated by the members of the German National Socialist Party (Nazi), which seized power in Germany in 1933. The Nazis believed in and propagated a doctrine of racial superiority of white, Northern European males, over all other human beings.
Other members of European society, especially the Jews, were deemed "unworthy of life" and the target of violence and murder.
During World War II (1939-1945), the Nazis developed and implemented what they deemed to be the "final solution," a plan to of genocide and murder against all Jews. The homes and businesses of German Jews, and then later Jewish men and women living in German occupied countries, were confiscated by the Nazis. The Jewish home owners and business owners were then forcibly relocated to enclosed neighborhoods, ghettos and slave-labor camps, where disease, brutality, and malnutrition claimed the lives of many men, women and children.
Local Disney Artist Joseph Yakovetic featured at La Mirada Symphony Gala
Art on Display Throughout the Month of April at the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
La Mirada~Popular artist and Norwalk resident, Joseph Yakovetic, will be featured at the La Mirada Symphony POPS concerts on April 6th. Mr. Yakovetic is known for his Disney, Wizard of Oz, and Gone with the Wind fine art. He is also on the Arts Placement Council of Norwalk. His painting, “Surrender Dorothy,” was issued as a limited USPS stamp. He has worked for the Disney corporation in a variety of ways, including attractions, costumes, props, set design, and children's book illustration. His art will be displayed at the La Mirada Theatre during the month of April.
Tomorrow, a free POPS concert featuring only the La Mirada Symphony will be held at 3 pm. The evening concert is a Gala Benefit to raise funds for the symphony. Mr. Yakovetic will offer live performance art painting at intermission and at a pre-show mixer sponsored by the La Mirada and Norwalk Chambers of Commerce. The “Celebration of Song” Fundraiser Concert features Tony-nominated star Susan Egan and the La Mirada Symphony performing Broadway classics. The 8 pm concert will be followed by a reception celebrating the symphony’s 50th Golden Anniversary season. The La Mirada Theatre is located at 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada. Tickets are available on-line at http://www.lamiradatheatre.com/ or by calling 562-944-9801.
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