You would think I was Latina with all the reviews I’ve done for CASA 0101 Theatre in Boyle Heights, but I’m just a Jewish girl from the Valley. Still, I’m amazed at the work that they put forth every time I attend. Its recent production, Chicanas, Cholas, y Chisme VI: Stand Up! Speak Out! is a collection of short plays written and performed by mostly women that touch on timely … [Read more...]
Eastside Heartbeats – A Tribute to 60’s East LA Rock and Roll
There was Motown, the British Invasion, and TV created pop bands like the Monkees, but not everyone remembers early rock and roll bands that came from the heart of East LA. Other than Richie Valens, Chicano (Mexican American) bands were mostly popular locally and were virtually unknown nationally. The musical, Eastside Heartbeats, currently being performed at Casa 0101 Theatre … [Read more...]
Mexican Coffee and Fabulous Treats in Boyle Heights
I was invited to go to a Latin American coffee and food tasting in Boyle Heights, which is located in East LA. It’s not a neighborhood I’ve ever spent time in but the temptation of Mascarpone Cheesecake was calling my name. It was held at Primera Taza Coffee on 1st Street owned by Chuy Tovar and Antonio Segoviano. The host for our event was Brian Melendez, also known as Chef … [Read more...]
