John Lavitt
After graduating with honors from Brown University, John Lavitt lived on the Greek island of Patmos, studying with the late American poet Robert Lax. As a journalist, John published over 550 articles for The Fix about addiction and recovery from 2015-2022. As a Hollywood Times reviewer, John has been awarded three National Arts & Entertainment Awards from the Los Angeles Press Club: Third Place for "Theatre/Performing Arts Feature - Online" in 2024, Second Place for "Music Critic - Any Platform" in 2023, and Third Place for "Theatre/Performing Arts Feature - Online" in 2021. Find John on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
The Perseverance of Evolvement with Diane Ladd and Laura Dern
At Live Talks Los Angeles, Diane Ladd and Laura Dern shared a profound mother-daughter journey about a near-death experience that opened the doors within...
Emerging Themes in Behavioral Health 2023 Optimizes the Human Brain
With a focus on evidence-based practices, the 2023 healthcare conference highlighted showing people how to pivot from surviving to thriving by transforming the brain...
The 50th Anniversary of A Little Night Music Celebrated at the...
As part of the theatre's celebration of the life and work of Stephen Sondheim, David Lee directs a rousing version of the romantic musical...
Hairspray Equals a Rousing Celebration at the Segerstrom Center for the...
Better and more engaging than the 2007 movie, Hairspray works perfectly as a musical, celebrating a powerful message with singing, dancing, and the joy...
Hélène Grimaud Presents a Disconnected Virtuoso of Piano at the Walt...
All alone with her piano on the main stage at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Hélène Grimaud plays with virtuosity and precision without genuinely...
Elizabeth McGovern Captivates and Captures the Audience in “Ava: The Secret...
At the Geffen Playhouse, Elizabeth McGovern triumphs in the challenging role of an aging Ava Gardner battling with her demons as she recounts her...
The Generosity and Genius of Hershey Felder Bring George Gershwin Back...
George Gershwin is the origin point for Hershey Felder: This origin point opened the door to an inspired career of towering brilliance and precision...
A Revolutionary Cast Delivers a Jubilant 1776 at the Ahmanson
In the latest production by the Center Theatre Group, an energized ensemble of talented actors revitalizes the classic musical, lending a new look and...
Herbie Hancock Brings Down the House at the Walt Disney Concert...
As the LA Phil's Creative Chair for Jazz, Herbie Hancock made his return to the Walt Disney Concert Hall with a talented band that...
The 5th Dimension Bringing the Age of Aquarius to the Saban...
On April 14th, Florence LaRue and her legendary band, The 5th Dimension, will light up the night and let the sunshine in at the...