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JAXX Theatricals Presents CLUB 27 an Original Musical
Written, Directed & Choreographed by Jeremy Lucas, Produced by JD Morabito and Arranged, Music Directed & Conducted by James Lent Reviewed by Odalys Nanin for Hollywood Times – RECOMMENDED 10/21/2026 Janis Joplin died on October 4, 1970, at age 27 from an accidental heroin overdose at the Landmark Motor Hotel in Hollywood, California. Her death made her one of the earliest core members of the “27 Club,” an informal group of influential musicians who died at that age.
The Old Globe Theater presents HEDDA GABLER by Henrik Ibsen
Katie Holmes as Hedda Gabler in Hedda Gabler, 2026. Photo by Rich Soublet II. A new version by Erin Cressida Wilson Directed by Barry Edelstein Highly Recommended Running till March 22, 2026 Reviewed by ODALYS NANIN The Old Globe Theatre (The Hollywood Times) 03/06/2026 Hedda Gabler has been called the Female Hamlet! It’s the ultimate role for a dramatic actress to portrayed. A psychological drama that turned Henrik Ibsen into the father of modern theater.
SOLIDARITY - Hollywood Times
Written & directed by Dustin Brown Produced by Cat Hobbs, Daniel Leighton & Kaiulani Bush Director of Photography Mark Mannschreck February 5, 2026, Opening night screening ———————————————————————————————— Review by Odalys Nanin RECOMMENDED Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 2/7/26 – It took Passion, Pain & Perseverance for this timely film “Solidarity” to be finished in ten years under the brilliant writing/direction of Dustin Brown.
The Inkwell Theater presents Emmy Award winner Elliot Shoenman’s World Premiere play – PAPER WALLS - Hollywood Times
Broadwater Main Stage Running till November Reviewed by ODALYS NANIN HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Thirty scenes, four talented actors playing multiple parts, videos of 1930’s Berlin projected against four panels, a large desk that turns into a train, a car, an attic all flawlessly choreographed and directed with precision by the genius artistic vision of Darin Anthony! The riveting epic story of the Goldman’s family escaping from antisemitism starts in Poland ending up in Berlin after WW I and without...
HollyShorts – A Gothic Glimpse into Anne Lister: Jennifer Van Gessel’s Ver. Fine Day - Hollywood Times
INTERVIEWED by ODALYS NANIN for HOLLYWOOD TIMES RECOMMENDED Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 8/10/25 – Jennifer Van Gessel’s new short film Ver. Fine Day based on the diaries of Anne Lister takes our heroine into a Gothic-Supernatural world which fits in with the mental state of mind of the famous diarists. This short is screening at the Holly Shorts Film Festival August 10 at midnight at the Hollywood Chinese Theater 6.
“Real Women Take Center Stage: A Joyful, Bold Musical Soars”
Previews April 1 Opened April 27 Reviewed by ODALYS NANIN New York City, NY (The Hollywood Times) 4/28/25 – RECOMMENDED-Don’t Walk run to see this play! Real Women Have Curves the musical takes flight under the genius direction of Sergio Trujillo whose brilliant choreography, flawless set transitions and vision soars to great heights.
Brian Nowac & The Magic Box: Revolutionizing Virtual Studios on the Go
By Odalys Nanin Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 2/15/25 – BRIAN NOWAC is a seasoned producer; filmmaker whose genius vision made him create the now famous MAGIC BOX. He realized that most productions would benefit from a virtual studio inside a huge trailer that would have all the bells and whistles but affordable enough for a low budget film.
Grupo de Teatro Sinergia & The Frida Kahlo Theater presents
TEN MINUTE THEATER FESTIVAL Produced by Ruben Amavisca By Odalys Nanin Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 1/19/25 – Ruben Amavisca a veteran producer and founder has for the past thirteen years produced the now famous Ten-Minute Theater Festival. These are ten new plays written some by first time writers and others by professionals.
A Face to Face chat with Nancy de Los Santos the writer of SAY A LITTLE PRAYER
by Odalys Nanin Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 111/28/24 – Nancy de Los Santos Reza is a passionately driven Latina indie Filmmaker who brought one of her most desired projects, SAY A LITTLE PRAYER to the big screen. I sat down to chat with her after seeing her very funny and brilliant film which opened on November 22 throughout 100 AMC theaters nationwide! I was not only impressed but inspired by her fervor and commitment to not only write, produce but also to do her own marketing.
CASA 0101 presents THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
A New Musical based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney Film Review By Odalys Nanin Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 11/17/24 – ANARK – FATE was the single Greek word carved on the wall of the Cathedral that inspired Victor Hugo to write his French romantic novel. It was published in 1831 but set in the Medieval Paris of 1482. A novel of fiction whose purpose was to save Notre Dame Cathedral back then in ruins and restore it to its prior glory.
IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF AN ACTUAL EMERGENCY
(Based on an incredible true story) A World premiere written by John Mullican Directed by Rickie Peete Produced by Andrea Meshel by ODALYS NANIN Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 9/29/24 – Based on an incredible true story that the writer himself experienced, a plane crashing on the ocean waters near Logan Boston Airport. We are greeted by a happy airline stewardess played by Stacy Aung, “welcome to Sunrise Airlines take your seat and get ready for a bumpy ride.
CASA 0101 THEATRE presents A World Premiere
A WOMAN NAMED GLORIA MOLINA by Josefina Lopez Directed by Corky Dominguez Produced by Emmanuel Deleage Recommended By Odalys Nanin Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 9/1/24 – A Feminist play about the first Latina political trail blazer in a documentary style penned brilliantly by Josefina Lopez.
HONEYMOON SUITE (With apologies to Neil Simon) written by Kelli Bowlden
The World Premiere By Odalys Nanin Los Angeles, CA (The Hollywood Times) 8/4/24 – This new play takes a leap of faith by following in the footsteps of the celebrated Neil Simon whose Plaza Suite, California Suite and London Suite consist of three short stories having the only common thread of the suite itself. Ms. Bowlden pens this style of writing and creates three short plays that take place in the same luxurious honeymoon suite.
Book of Mormon - Live
www.EventsinYourCity.com The Book of Mormon "The Book of Mormon" Ahmanson Theatre (Los Angeles, CA) When the creators of "South Park" wrote a musical, we all knew it would be ... different. But what they dreamed up may be the funniest show to ever hit Broadway. "The Book of Mormon" is packed with twisted humor, but -- like every great musical -- it also has a heart of gold and songs you'll be humming all the way home.
'Frida Stroke of Passion' explores Frida Kahlo's bisexual affairs
Since the beginning of my career, I have made it my mission to tell authentic queer-female stories for the female gaze with a feminist point of view. What initiated the spark of passion in me to write about Frida Kahlo was, as a lesbian Latinx, I relate to her courage and fearless determination to stand up to injustice and to be the voice of the voiceless through her art and political activities. And above it all, it was the fact that no one had dared to explore the last week of her life.
Stroke of Passion' Explores the Mysterious End of Kahlo's Life
In 1954, a few days before her death, Frida Kahlo showed up in her wheelchair to protest against the government of Guatemala and defend the rights of indigenous people. Frida advocated for equal rights for the poor, the underrepresented, the handicapped, the LGBTQ community, and all women. She did this at a time when she was viewed as an extremist, a communist, a socialist, a fierce feminist, and a revolutionary painter who with her brush depicted the suffering of women.
Why Bisexuality Has Been Under-Represented On Stage
Bisexual affairs between Frida Kahlo's a long list of famous female lovers including Chavela Vargas, Maria Felix, Josephine Baker and Tina Modotti What better way to educate, enlighten and entertain the audience by peeling and revealing their most torrid love affairs! My hit play MARILYN MY SECRET! ran for two years in West Hollywood at Macha Theatre//films. I wrote it because, I was intrigued with the love affair of six years between Natasha Lytess and Marilyn Monroe.
A Cuban Love Story, Complete With Fidel
There are no revolutions without poets. I’ve written 10 plays, and every one of them attempts to educate, enlighten, and entertain the audience about our LGBT stories. One of mine, Skin of Honey, is a love story set in the upheaval of Castro’s Cuba during the invasion of the Bay of Pigs. In 1961, two young Cuban girls are torn apart only to be reunited again after 20 years of separation. My play is a love story imbued with passion, eroticism, and political drama.
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