Richard, directed the original sexy sci-fi inspired parable to
Alice in Wonderland. Forbidden Zone has now been adapted
by Michael Holmes and directed by Scott Leggett, but still features some of the punk/new wave group’s soundtrack, as well as Elfman’s original compositions. You can catch performances at the Sacred Fools Theatre Company on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., plus there is an earlier time slot slated for Sunday, June 13 and 20 at 7:00 p.m. Call 310.281.8337 to reserve your tickets today.
June 30 – August 8 The Lieutenant of Inishmore
The Lieutenant of Inishmore has been likened by the NY Daily News to having Monty Python tackle “the issue of Irish terrorism, they might have created something as wild, as brilliant and as weirdly exhilarating as” this production playing at the Mark Taper Forum from June 30- August 8 at 8:00 p.m. The production stars Olivier Award-winning actor Martin McDonagh (The Pillowman) making comedic lemonade out of this real-life batch of lemons in the dark comedy, which was nominated for a 2006 Tony Award as Best Play. The Mark Taper Forum is located at 135 N. Grand Ave. in Los Angeles, and tickets are yours for the taking by logging on to
centertheatregroup.org/tickets.
Special Events
June 4
“THAT’S JUST WRONG”
Controversial funny lady Sarah Silverman will headline “That’s Just Wrong,” a benefit about breaking the silence surrounding domestic violence at The Broad Stage, located at 1310 11th Street in Santa Monica.Comedians Doug Benson, Todd Glass, Tig Notaro and Jeff Ross will join Silverman in raising awareness and funds, for Sojourn Services for battered women and their children. Tickets are $100. for general admission, however, for $50. more; you get the V.I.P. treatment, which includes premium seating for the 8:00 p.m. event and an autographed copy of her new book, The Bedwetter: Tales of Courage, Redemption and Pee.
Opccevents.org will provide you with more details about Sojourn and the occasion itself.
June 10 - 12 On The Auction Block
Profiles in History, which is the world’s largest auctioneer of Hollywood memorabilia, is putting Marilyn Monroe’s pink satin gown from her star-turn as Lorelei Lee belting out why “Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend” in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. The auction house will also be finding new homes to 1,500 other Tinsel Town-related nostalgic articles, including Barbara Eden’s autographed original I Dream of Jeannie season one bottle! Visit profilesinhol-
lywood.com to view the catalog of all items up for grabs. Visit
LiveAuctioneers.com for further info about live bidding.
June 22-July 25
IN THE HEIGHTS
In The Heights has a blending of salsa and hip-hop style for its musical score, which recants the tale of Manhattan’s Washington Heights area, and the denizens who people it. The community-at-large is on the verge of being changed forever, as immigrant dreamers from all corners of the globe converge on the region and are forced to choose between leaving behind tried and true traditions of their former stomping grounds, or adapting to the customs of their new homeland. The four-time Tony Award-winner is playing at the Pantages Theater, located at 6233 Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood, and will show at 8:00 p.m. each night and during matinee performances on the weekends. For further info, tickets, etc., call 323.468.1770.
June 6 - 12 AIDS/LifeCycle Event
Closing ceremonies for the AIDS/LifeCycle 9 will be held at the VA Center at 11301 Wilshire Blvd at 4:00 p.m. The cyclists, who have completed the seven-day/506-mile ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, will receive a hero’s welcome as they make their way to the final destination of their journey, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Be a part of the action as a spectator, or a roadie, which is another term for those who volunteer during the week-long trek. More at
aidslifecycle.org
June 12
LIFE OUT LOUD 5
One of the highlights of the Pride Season is the annual Life Out Loud cocktail party. The L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center host this yearly event taking place at Sunset Gower Studios on Saturday, June 12 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $100 and will benefit the Center’s LifeWorks Program. Enjoy food, hosted cocktails and a silent auction as you honor courageous High Seniors Constance McMillen and Derrick Martin. Sunset Gower Studios is located at 1438 North Gower Street in Los Angeles. For additional information go to
lagaycenter.org/life.
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June 17 Rupaul Book Signing at San Diego’s The Obelisk
The world’s most famous drag queen, RuPaul, will be workin’ San Diego this month when she stops by The Obelisk bookstore to sign copies of her new book. Workin’
It! RuPaul’s Guide to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Style,
is part style guide, part life manual and part confidence manifesto. The fun starts at 7:00 p.m. Call 619.297.4171 for more details. Obelisk Bookstore is located at 1029 University Ave. in San Diego.
June 21 - 27 A Special Anniversary at Frat House
Frat House will be celebrating its 25th anniversary with a weeklong celebration extravaganza, starting on Monday, June 21, with specials—as in drinks, shows and even guest appearances—all week long. On Wednesday, June 23 at 8:00 p.m., porn star Michael Brandon returns to his old stomping grounds (he was a former bartender at the beloved Garden Grove watering hole) for a fundraiser to benefit The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. The An- niversary Party itself will be held on Friday, the 25th at 7:00 p.m. The Frat House is located at 8112 Garden Grove Blvd. For more juicy details let your fingers do the walking at 714.373.3728 or the typing at
frathouseonline.com.
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