Hollywood Weekly May 2010

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MAY2010 COVER 08 Michael Cohen Your Ticket To Ride…

E N T E R TA I N M E N T 12 Jimmy Jean Louis Interview

15 Comedian Tony Roberts The Raw Truth

18 Actor On The Rise Josh Emerson

22 NOEL LAUNE Pop’s New Musical Goddess

50 LA Theatre Beat Hollywood Weekly checks in with the local theatres

53 Michelle Williams In the Los Angeles Return of the

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Broadway Smash-Hit Musical “Chicago”

FA S H I O N 26 Step into Summer Style And, step into a new, 139,000-square foot Nordstrom

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CoVER SToRY

“Your Ticket To Ride…”

By Anthony Calderon

Patent & Intellectual Property Attorney

Michael Cohen Anyone about to launch their own Production Company in the Entertainment Industry should stop reading this article immediately and call Attorney Michael Cohen… The same goes for anyone who has created some new technical gadget that will revolutionize some aspect of computer software… Odds are you haven’t fully protected your invention, and are literally one Studio meeting away from becoming a cautionary tale about how to get swallowed up and spit out in the corporate world…

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These two scenarios comprise the sweet spot for Atty. Cohen’s flourishing law practice, “Cohen IPLaw Group, PC” – the small to medium-sized businesses who are in possession of cutting-edge technology, or Production Company employees ready to branch out and form their own Company.

Atty. Cohen regularly deals with major studios like Warner Brothers, Fox and Universal, so he knows exactly what has to be done to insure you and your product are completely protected when you enter into any kind of negotiation with these Hollywood Titans…

The buzz around Atty. Cohen is that if you’re serious about changing your life and forming your own LLC, he’s your “Ticket to Ride.” He’s known as “the startup guy or girl’s” Attorney. He’ll walk you through the A to Z process of protecting your intellectual property, where proper patent filing can be the key to the success or failure of your business…

Remarkably, we live in a time now where so-called “computer geeks” are able to rub elbows and socialize with major Hollywood Players. 3-D technology and a Billion Dollar Computer Animation industry means that the software applications you and your buddies created in your garage today could land you a lucrative contract with Disney or DreamWorks tomorrow – but you have to be safeguarded…

Atty. Cohen, however, is not only limited to the movie industry. He’s represented clients negotiating deals with huge Toy Studios and Video Game giants. Literally anything that is created or invented needs a patent, and it’s Atty. Cohen’s job to make sure that the paperwork is filed correctly so down the line no one can steal your product from you…

On one end of the spectrum Atty.

Cohen has clients who’ve invented some new fishing gear apparatus, or software for streaming music more efficiently online – on the other end of the spectrum there are people who walk into Atty.

Cohen’s office seeking patents for Sexual Toys they’ve created – suffice it to say there’s never a

dull moment in Atty. Cohen’s line of work.

Another aspect of Atty. Cohen’s practice involves representing restaurants who hire him to enforce the protection of their Trademarks and Logos. In Atty. Cohen’s own words, he’s been “suing infringers all over the Nation and shutting them down” for these violations…

Providing his opinion on Trademark, Patent and Logo issues have become commonplace for Atty. Cohen; he’s even been interviewed on Britain’s BBC regarding sophisticated and complex trademark laws – a field where Atty. Cohen excels beyond the average patent lawyer…

Large music firms routinely hire Atty. Cohen to handle Copyright infringements. It would seem there truly aren’t enough hours in the day for Atty. Cohen to handle all these cases, but there is one foundational fact from which Atty. Cohen is able to draw from a seemingly inexhaustible well of energy – he absolutely loves working with creative people.

If you think about it, he’s sort of a “guardian” for creativity in general, making sure it’s never misused or exploited… Atty. Cohen calls his law practice “a great area of Law.” For me, the most fascinating aspect of what Atty. Cohen does is that, unlike the majority of us, before the public ever hears about some new invention or company that’s come into existence, Atty. Cohen has probably already been fighting to insure its security... In short, he sees the creations of tomorrow while most of us can barely keep up with the technology of today…

From the beginning the cornerstone of Atty. Cohen’s law firm has been attention to the needs of his clients, and the fruition and manifestations of their goals… So, just to be clear, if you have a desire for a change in your life, that could be classified as “Step One;” Step Two would be creating or assembling the product you want to introduce to the world; and Step Three is protecting your dream – the manner in which you can do this should be abundantly clear at this point…

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FILM / TV

Interview JimmyJeanLouis When thinking of heroes, we often think of Superman or a Greek hero such as Hercules. In this day in age, there are still heroes. Heroes that are changing the world one life at a time. It happens to be we spoke to one modern day hero who happens to be a gifted Hollywood actor on one of the most successful running shows on NBC, called “Heroes.”

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We spoke with the graceful Jimmy-Jean Louise via the phone in Phoenix, where he was promoting his documentary, “The Haiti Earthquake: Through the Eyes of Jimmy-Jean Louise” at the Phoenix Film Festival. Fans recognize him from his role as “The Haitian,” however, that has changed since the recent mega 7.0 earthquake devastated the intriguing island of Hiati. Jimmy has been on the

CA: Its’ been two months since the earthquake? How is everything? We don’t hear much of what is going on now.

JJL: Not much has been done actually.

There are thousands of people outside sleeping in tents. Its’ the rainy seasonthe conditions are bad. There is international help but not enough. No one was prepared for it. A lot of time is needed on what to do now. There is food distribution for the locals. Most of the houses have been untouched. There is a lot of rubble and its’ very difficult for big machines and bulldozers to get into the areas. There is no access. Right now, there is short term construction and there is construction for stronger roofs to prepare for hurricane season in September.

CA: This must be incredibly stressful on you. How have you managed?

JJL: Its’ been overwhelming. For many reasons. I’m expected to be a hero. (laughs) The day of the earthquake, my phone was going crazy. People were asking me “What are you going to do?”

I left two days after the earthquake to start filming again for my documentary.

Days went by where I didn’t have any news about my parents. It was very stressful. I knew I had to be there.

All I could do was hope for the best.

These next few months will be a time to rebuild Haiti. Haiti has no electricity, no running water. I feel for my people and all I can do is my best.

CA: Your documentary, you said you began filming two days after the earthquake? Now, its’ premiering at the Phoenix Film Festival? Will this

island since then and gives us the latest on what is happening. Jimmy has been dedicated to his people and country since coming to Hollywood. His vigor and passion have transcended into his organization, which he founded called, Hollywood Unites For Haiti. We talked about the current state of Haiti, his organization, his return to “Heroes,” and his latest film projects.

give people a better understanding of what is really going on and what they can do to continue to help?

Haitian. Its’ just a waiting period- its’ a great show and I’m excited about this new season.

JJL:I wanted to show Haiti through my eyes. After the earthquake, we went to film two days later. Its’ heartbreaking, but my hope is to bring awareness and to keep raising funds for the needs of Haiti

CA: What about film projects?

Now, that you’ve directed this documentary, is there anything that you are working on currently?

CA: Tell us about Hollywood Unites for Haiti. I know that last summer, you held a fundraiser in Hollywood.

What can people do to get involved with your organization?

JJL: I founded the organization two years ago for the Hollywood community to look at Haiti. Being in Hollywood has put me in a position where I can make a difference. There are people speaking out for Sudan, for Rowanda, it was time for Haiti. I took many trips with celebrities including Paul Haggis, Olivia Wilde, and many others to show them what is happening there. Our mission is to help the underpriviledged kidsfor them to have sports, culture, and art. We are building a facility in the area that will be free for kids that can’t afford schooling. Schools have now collapsed. We want to be able to have kids continue their lives. I have met with officials and ambassadors there on what we can keep doing. I’m also meeting with former President Bill Clinton to make a full effect on the situation.

CA: How is “Heroes” for you? Will you be returning?

JJL: I hope so. (laughs) We are waiting on the fifth season. I’ll return as the

JJL: I will be directing and writing. I have many professional and working relationships in other markets like the UK, France, Spain, Italy, and South Africa. I love the ways in which filmmakers work, the way they do things. It challenges me. I have three movies coming out in France. I just produced a 25 minute film in England.

I enjoy film and it gives me a broader opportunity to work as an actor.

CA: It must be very exciting for you!

How are you enjoying Phoenix?

JJL: I love it here! I was driving the 101 freeway and noticed cameras within a 1 mile of each (laughs) I couldn’t believe it! Its’ to be here.

along three other! great

CA: Where can our readers donate to your organization?

JJL:They can visit my website www.hufh. org

To learn more about Jimmy, please visit his webiste at http://www.jimmyjeanlouis. com. To learn more about Hollywood Unites for Haiti, please visit www.hufh. org. Jimmy’s documentary premiered at the Phoenix Film Festival, www. phoenixfilmfestival.com.

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Comedian

Tony Roberts

Giving You The Raw Truth byToria Gaylord

It is every comic’s dream to have an extraordinary breakout year and 2010 is proving to be comedian Tony Roberts time. With the success of his recent Showtime standup comedy special, Tony Roberts: Wired (the CD drops May 4); he’s also the new host of VH1’s Dance Cam Slam; appeared in a new Simmons-Lathan produced comedy show for Comedy Central and plans to release his first comedy album this fall. The comedian, actor and writer is hard at work ready to show the world what he can do.

Speaking by phone from his South Carolina hotel Friday, Roberts said he is happy with the progress of his career.

the cuff.” He cherishes those moments where he can take his fans on a wild comedic ride that they simply adore.

Since making his comedic debut in the late 90’s, Tony Roberts has become a household favorite among black and white audiences and has proven he is a force to be reckoned with. Whether performing stand-up at Caroline’s or The Laugh Factory, starring in films or entertaining worldwide, the funnyman’s name is synonymous with quick wit, boundless energy, hilarious songs and vigorous physical comedy. But if you ask the comedian he’ll tell you, he’s just doing what he loves. “I’m quick on my feet,” says the star, “I love to live off

And his diligence is paying off. Tony has dominated the comic circuit, routinely featured on HBO’s Def Comedy Jam; BET’s Comic View, Showtime at the Apollo and received the Robin Harris Award for Most Original Comic.

In September 2009, he became a major player when nominated, alongside Chris Rock for the Best International Comic Award in the UK. From Detroit’s Seven Mile, Roberts’s story is authentically American. Growing up in a traditional middle class family,

he is the youngest and has five older sisters. One might think the comedian was a handful for his parents; but the opposite rang true. “I was a very shy kid growing up,” he explained. “I never was a prankster.” His parents were devout Christians and he had a strict, disciplined upbringing.

After high school, he wanted to become an artist. Sketching portraits to make ends meet, he eventually decided to go into the military. There he began to tell jokes to the other soldiers as a way to boast morale. During his time in the service, he became a Sergeant and was well known as one of the funniest people in the Army. He owes much of

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Comedian

Tony Roberts

his success to the military. “Comedy can be a tough industry and you have to have the will and dedication to see it through,” says Roberts, “I still carry a military mentality in my everyday life and it helps in getting things done.”

Roberts confesses he uses tough love with family and friends at times but believes in giving you the raw truth.

He attributes his physical comedic style to Sinbad, who like Roberts has immeasurable liveliness on stage.

“When I first started out, I saw him (Sinbad) perform and he was all over the place. Sinbad broke the mold for me. Because of him, I learned how to unleash my fury on stage.” The stage is where Roberts feels most content.

He loves the connection he has with his audiences and never wants to stop playing for crowds. He greatly respects late comic legends Robin Harris and Bernie Mac for never losing the love of the stage while acting in movies and television. But some of his greatest influences are local talent. “Some of the best jokes I hear come from unknowns.

You have some real geniuses out there waiting to be discovered.”

Known in the industry as the comedian’s comedian, Roberts mentors’ rising comics by helping them develop jokes, make connections or even give advice, but he never shy’s away from telling you the reality of the business. “A comic’s life is competitive but there’s enough success for everyone. It takes time to develop your skill. You spend most of your time writing and are constantly on the road but if you’re determined, you will succeed.”

There is little doubt that comedy is big business and for several decades, black comedians have been a major driving force behind it. Tony knows life as a comic is hard and sometimes harder for a black comedian, but if you have the talent, the passion and drive for it you can make it happen.

Although Roberts has appeared in almost a dozen movies, he wants to focus on serious acting roles, eventually transitioning into actioncomedies or drama.

While one of his dreams is to work on an actioncomedy with superstar Wesley Snipes, he likes the career paths of Jamie Foxx and someday wants to be known as the African-American Robin Williams.

When home in LA, the comic studies with acclaimed acting couch Ivana

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Chubbuck, whose past students include Oscar winners Halle Berry and Charlize Theron as well as Brad Pitt and Terrance Howard. He understands that in order to get the serious dramatic roles, it is important to know the craft and Tony is not afraid of it. Renowned director, David Steinberg called him a breakout star after catching one of his shows and would later cast him in a series of commercials.

As Roberts sees it, acting is a natural progression for a comic’s career. When offered the role to play an overzealous television producer for the stage play, “If These Walls Could Talk” starring Tichina Arnold and Billy D. Williams in 2004, it was a chance of a lifetime.

Roberts felt it was his first taste of real acting. The 30-city tour was such a success even director Tyler Perry caught the play in three different cities and sat in the front row. Roberts stood out as the crowd favorite and during intermission got a chance to perform his set for the audience.

When he is not performing Roberts enjoys spending quality time with his wife Kellie and their three children. A lover of great food, he regularly travels to Oakland to his favorite place, the famous Everett and Jones Barbeque Restaurant in Oakland.

Tony insists owners Mary and Dorothy make the best barbeque in the world.

Under the creative direction of the WTA agency, Tony is thrilled with his new management team, agent Larry Williams (Owner, Theatrical) and booking agent, Phil Brown (Partner, Head of Personal appearance and Touring). With his many accomplishments, the comedian takes it all in stride. “This business is based on faith and God’s plan and I am very grateful.” Family is what keeps him grounded and lives by the motto, “Never boast about yourself, but let others be proud of you.” His message is simple. He is doing what he loves most, which is to make you laugh. He appreciates his audiences and loves the sounds of the fans cheering him on. Roberts says, “It’s a wonderful feeling to say something that makes everyone laugh. It is the greatest joy.

There’s nothing better than laughter… well maybe sex.”

Tony Roberts is undeniably leaving his mark in the comedy world and trailblazing his own unique path to success. It is no doubt you are witnessing a star on the rise.

Williams Talent Agency Agent Larry O. Williams 323-871-2416 1438 N Gower St # 266 Los Angeles, CA 90028 Publicist MR. LAUNY RHEM Office: (310) 836-2446 E-Mail: LRuem@yahoo.com For booking info contact WTA 323-871-2416

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Spotlight On:

Actor On The Rise Josh Emerson 1) What was it like for you to step foot in Los Angeles for the first time?

ANSWER: Definite culture shock. The air is different! When I got out of the terminal I saw palm trees. We don’t have many of those up in Canada. The great thing was I had already shot three major motion pictures up in Vancouver, so I was very fortunate to come down to Los Angeles as an already in-demand actor.

2) What has been the most “LA” moment for you so far?

ANSWER: I was sitting in a movie theater with my good friend Jason Director (screenwriter of “Jenny Green’s Killer

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Freshman Year”), waiting for the film to begin. We were talking about Terrance Mallick, when this guy in front of us joined in on our conversation. He told us he acted in “The Thin Red Line” and that he knew “Terry” pretty well. I told him I was attached to his step-son, Will Wallace’s, project last year but never got to meet him. The guy said, “Really? That was MY project. I’m Will!” We became great friends.

3) I saw you and Hayden Panettiere with your fans at the “I Love You, Beth Cooper” premiere.

You were both so generous with them. What’s your view concerning the rapport

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between artist and fan?

ANSWER: Great question. This is the most important thing in my career. Abe Lincoln said, “I am a man of the people, by the people and for the people”.

Without my fans I can’t do what I wanna do. If they say no I don’t work. I’m a huge people person. At The Toronto Film Fest I was leaving an event and this homeless woman pulled me over and said I was the nicest person there. All it takes is five seconds, and you can make someone’s entire day. If we can’t find the time to do that it’s pretty shoddy.

So I pride myself on that.

4) What recent film of yours has resonated most with you?

ANSWER: I would have to say a small art piece I shot with Will Wallace entitled “A Song For The Dead”. It will be premiering at the Edmonton Film Festival. I played the lead role, Sheldon. His predicament was one I could really relate to. Most people would view him as the villain, but I saw him as misled. He’s rough around the edges, and I felt in like I could relate to that.

5) Any parts you’d like to tackle in the future?

ANSWER: One word: “Venom”. I shot a teaser with me in the black SpiderMan suit that Venom wears. I’ve read Spider-Man since I was a kid. Despite Venom’s evil origins, he’s a protector of innocents. Everyone seems to miss that. Like I mentioned, I’m attracted

to misunderstood characters. Plus, I’ve been told I look like Venom’s alter-ego Eddie Brock, so that helps.

7) What question are sick of being asked?

6) You just starred in “Tooth Fairy” opposite Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Ashley Judd. Who would win in a cage match...you or the “The Rock”?

ANSWER: “What was it like to make out with Megan Fox?”. By a long mile.

Starring alongside Megan in “Jennifer’s Body” (and speaking Diablo Cody’s dialogue no less) was a fantasy come true, and it’s getting better every day!

ANSWER: I consider Dwayne one of the nicest guys I’ve ever met. He’s strong, but I can keep him away with my MMA (mixed martial arts) training. On our feet: me. On the ground: Dwayne would definitely have the upper hand. But truth be told, Ashley Judd would wipe the floor with both of us!

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MUSIC

NOEL LaUne

By Toria Gaylord

Pop’s New

Musical Goddess

In today’s music industry, with the overkill of Auto-Tune being used in recording studios, it is refreshing to know there are still talented musicians out there who prefer to write their own music, sit down at a piano and perform. New singing sensation, Noel Laune is a not just another performer. She is a singer, songwriter and keyboardist: a one-woman music machine.

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The Thousand Oaks native is set to open for platinum recording star Jon B. this Saturday, May 15 at the Key Club on Sunset Blvd.

This performance marks a major turning point for the singer. Noel is among an elite group of young versatile women who possess an array of musical talents. Noel’s sound is entrenched in pop, but the

singer-songwriter

stretches

her soulful musicality and infuses a rock-inspired flair to captivating melodies all while embodying a Fergie, Alanis and Katy Perry vibe.

The songstress is creating a buzz for herself.

She just released

new music on iTunes and recently had repeat performances at the famed Whisky a Go Go.

Laune

is already being described in the industry as a “powerhouse” and who has “a voice of angel.” She is well on her way to becoming the new goddess of pop.

With

her rich vocals and electrifying keyboards,

you

truly

feel

passion of her music.

She talks with Hollywood Weekly about life, songs and her dreams of collaborating with JayZ.

the

Q&A HW: Have you always had a love for music growing up?

NL: All of my life I have been drawn to music. My mom used to say I could sing before I could talk.

I would mimic television theme songs and commercials.

HW: When did you know you wanted to become a performer?

NL: At eight years old, I begged my parents to let me take piano lessons.

I started writing lyrics and songs soon afterwards. That is where my love for music and performing began.

HW: You are a singer/songwriter/ pianist. That is amazing. When writing songs, what is your inspiration?

NL: My songs are about life experiences. I did not have an easy childhood. My father passed away when I was ten. He always said to me if I work hard at music, I will be successful. So I take his words to heart. Through that ordeal, I learned to express myself through my music.

I write about the human experience.

But I talk about a range of things including love, social injustice, and relationships.

It is sort of a bittersweet mixture of topics.

HW: I listened to your music and you have a soulful sound. Who are your musical influences?

NL: I grew up listening to the Beatles and Michael Jackson. I love a mixture of pop and rock. I love Alicia Keys. I just saw the Black Eye Peas concert and they were great.

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HW: How do you describe your sound?

NL: It is definitely in the pop category. I would call it edgy pop with a touch of rock.

HW: Nowadays it seems like musicians are relying more on gimmicks in lieu of their talent. As singer/ songwriter/musician, do you think performers should be more versatile?

NL: Whatever your natural talents are, do them wholeheartedly.

I think whatever your passion is you should go for it. If you have, all of those gifts use them and give it 150 percent. I admire singer-songwriters like Alicia Keys who can do it all.

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Pop’s New Musical Goddess

HW: On May 15, you are opening for platinum recording artist Jon B. at Key Club. This is your first major venue. How did it come together? Can you talk about the event?

NL: It is a wonderful opportunity to get to work with Jon. I cannot wait to meet him. My manager Tom Miller connected with Sean Healy (at Key) and Jon’s people and they instantly loved the music.

I am so excited. I am getting ready for it. The show starts at 9p.

Come check it out!

HW: What can audiences expect from your show?

NL: I want everyone to have fun. I like to look at my shows as a big party. I

want everyone to dance and enjoy the music. It is an unforgettable experience and I play a couple of sad love songs in between.

HW: Who base?

is

your

fan

NL: My base ranges from 1535 year olds. I have about 25,000 fans and over 1.4 million hits for my music on MySpace.

HW: What are your dreams for yourself?

NL: I would love to become an international star, tour the world, make platinum records and work with great video directors. I want to rule the radio and have number one hits. I want to go all the way.

HW: Every artist has a wish list of people that he or she would like to work with. Whose is yours?

NL: I would love to cross over and do a song with Jay-Z. I also want to work with Pharrell, Alicia Keys, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, Timberland, and Nelly Furtado.

HW: You just completed recording an album. What can your fans expect to hear?

NL: Amazing music (laughs).

To learn more about Noel Laune go to her website at www.noellmusic. com. (Picture) White Dress designed by Youchi Ben at Yochiben.com and jewelry by Alon Vivat at desiredesignsinc.com.

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FASHION

Step into Summer Style And, step into a new,

139,000-square foot Nordstrom

by NIKI SHADROW

Stock up on sunglasses, get your spray tan on, and bare some leg: summer is on its way and it’s time to lighten up that wardrobe.

From bursts of blossoming florals to an array of neon bright hues to the clean look of silver jewelry, the season is brimming with fresh style potential.

And, just in time to hit the aisles, Los Angeles has a new shopping spot with the May 7 opening of an additional wing of Los Cerritos Center. True Religion, M.A.C. Cosmetics, Love Culture and a new and improved larger format Nordstrom, are just a handful of the stores you will find. Nordstrom is opening its new store in high style – with a bevy of parties. See full details below.

As always, a smattering of the looks from the runways this spring toe the line between wearable and “what?!” Let’s take a second look at those tricky trends that may have made you squirm at first sight and talk about the best places to get them.

Beige or Bland?

Creamy tans, perfect putty, barely beige and soft pink blush are the season’s new primary colors - think Twilight starlet Anna Kendrick at this year’s Oscars, with her Elie Saab Haute Couture off-the-shoulder gown in delicate light pink. Crisp and sophisticated, the look is the epitome of spring - dewy and new – and perfect for summer. Just make sure to find the tipping point between washed out “blah”, and “look at her – wow!”

Here’s the magic formula for “wow”: “A” - Start with the right tone of nude for your skin. The only true way to know if it’s a color match made in heaven is to try that baby on. If you look flushed and glowing – it’s a yes; if you look one step away from sudden illness - pass.

Also good tip to note – nudes typically look best if they are one shade darker than your natural skin color.

“B” - And also just as important - breathe some extra life into this trend by grounding it with a splash of vivid color. Pick a magenta cage heel or a bold teal cuff; the edgy contrast makes the look.

From a cocktail party little nude dress, to everyday shorts and tee combo, this “A” plus “B” always equals sensational. Banana Republic at The Oaks has a sweet selection of tops and dresses in these now neutrals, and get your pop of color with one of their trend forward turquoise necklaces or bracelets (from $29.50 to $45).

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“Wear” to go to get a romper?

Nordstrom is a hot spot hands down ($42 to $258), and lucky us, a larger sparkling new one is replacing the old location at Los Cerritos Center, opening for business on May 7: If you’re “that” kind of shopper that prides yourself on being in-the-know ahead

of the rest, come scope out the new locale at one of three sneak preview parties.

April 24: The store kicks off its party circuit with “Nordstrom Fits America” - an all-day bra fitting extravaganza that benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. Get yourself professionally outfitted and get a private glimpse of the new lingerie department.

Double Denim. Erase all memories of the jean on jean looks of yesteryear, and focus on the here and now. This is not the color coordinated head to toe number you rocked in elementary school; the look is varied in texture and wash, hue and cut.

Choose top and bottom pieces in varying shades to avoid looking like you escaped a chain gang.

Try a chambray shirt with a slightly darker pair of distressed boyfriend jeans, cuffed at the hem. Or pair your light wash jean jacket with a gray-blue pair of skinnies, like Jessica Alba’s casual out-n-about look she sported early this year while lunching with her family. Even easier belt a light denim shirt dress and slip on some strappy cork heeled sandals.

May 4: Nordstrom’s Opening Night Gala gives party-goers an exclusive chance to tour the entire new store while feasting on dinner, dessert and cocktails, and of course, get a jump start on some serious shopping.

Tickets are $75, and proceeds go back to yet another great couple of causes - the Community Family Guidance Center and the Long Beach Museum of Art.

May 7: On official Opening Day, Nordstrom is hosting an all out Beauty Bash just inside the main doors.

Stop by as they dish on new products and trends, take advantage of a few gifts with purchase, and check out some makeup demos by Nordstrom’s very own beauty advisors.

For more information about these events go to the Los Cerritos Center Web site at www.shoploscerritos.com..

Whichever denim you do, stay away from accessories in black and cool tones; instead, warm it up with toneddown tans, and cinnamon browns. Gap’s new line of denim, called 1969, has the sass you’d expect from $200 jeans, but go for just $59.50; you can find them at Lakewood Center.

taking the plunge – start now and get this trend right.

Romper Room. Get ready for the twofor-one style shebang – the romper.

Back on the fashion scene as of last year, this dressy n’ short jumpsuit has yet to reach its peak; expect this onesuit wonder to be even bigger for 2011. So take a hint from stars like Kourtney Kardashian, who suited up in a coral Free People romper in Miami Beach this spring and whether you’ve wrangled a few on before, or are newly considering

Rule two – pick fabrics in tame tones and muted prints. Instead, pick that bright yellow floral bib necklace, or that jade mini clutch, and let your accessories jazz it up. A loud romper is like bad elevator muzak – a crime.

Rule three - Finally, don’t go out on the town looking like you’re wearing a newborn’s onesie, make it a grown-up outfit and pair it with some killer wedge heels.

Rule one – keep it somewhere between body skimming and body hiding.

A romper with some movement in it – think soft and floaty over your hips and backside - is most flattering.

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by NIKI SHADROW

Lingerie by Day If you’re looking for a flirty way to perk up your wardrobe this spring, look no further than uber-feminine lingerie-inspired pieces.

Sheer, soft fabrics; lots of lace; and silky satins will

be gracing everything from evening gowns to swimwear.

Cami, meet the cubicle.

Westside Pavilion Shopping Center 10800 West Pico Boulevard, Suite 312 Los Angeles, CA 90064 Los Cerritos Center 239 Los Cerritos Center Cerritos, CA 90703

To avoid being called into your boss’s office for a closed door session, keep this trend tame and conservative for the workplace. Pick a lace trimmed cami or a bustier with structured boning, maybe in black or cream, and tuck it under your favorite suit. Key on this one is - make sure the top covers everything it’s supposed to - and let the allure of the lace or flattering lines of the bustier speak to the trend.

Upscale underthings.

Before you start digging through your personal bedtime collection or clamoring for shopping time at the lingerie stores that mark every corner in Hollywood, take note - these aren’t your modern bra and undies, nor are they the nighttime variety. The right look is old school vintage and is meant to be worn outside of the bedroom.

Since wearing your underpinnings on the street can easily go wrong, this trend requires some serious schooling on subtlety, as well as a little direction about how to wear it, and when.

Here are a few tips on the finer points of dressing in delicates:

Whether it’s red carpet or just black tie, you can still try on this sultry look.

Celebrities at the Golden Globes are always a step ahead of the upcoming trends, and this year was no different.

Numerous celebrities stepped out in lingerie inspired gowns. Actress Marion Cotillard’s dark green satin Christian Dior dress was divine. To get wear this style -- pick an evening gown with a high slit and play peek-a-boo with a lace slip that just barely shows.

Don’t be afraid to rock a red carpet look for everyday; nothing highlights your inner movie starlet like a short lace solid colored dress that can take you from day to night. Angl, Westside Pavilion carries several of these types of dresses, and you can relax as you

don’t have to be a movie star to afford this trend, with prices ranging from $30 to $60.

Corsets for courting.

Let the boudoir lead the way, step into a slinky slip dress or lace up a slimming corset top and put your heels on. Look for lingerie color combinations, pink with black lace, classic black and white or dip into this season’s bright colors and try on something in aqua or fuchsia.

There are a ton of sexy corset tops, and great slip style dresses at Forever 21,Los Cerritos Center for around $20.

Sheer fun for the weekend.

For a weekend around town, or a relaxed lunch out, have fun flaunting the feminine with a little something sheer.

Ranging from conservative to daring, you’ll find skirts and dresses coming in a wide assortment of levels of sheer and length varying from mini to maxi – pick the one you feel most comfortable in and wear over a slightly shorter opaque layer. Or, try a sheer roomy top and layer it with a simple tank or tube top paired with denim. Angl, Westside Pavilion has a wide variety of lingerie inspired pieces with sheer tops ranging from $16 to $25.

Photographer: Jason Gordon Stylist: Crystal Fambrini

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Sherry Shephard Hosted

the 2nd Annual VIP Reception for the African American Men’s Health and Empowerment Summit.

Fashion Group International’s

“Designer & their Muses” headlined LA’s Fashion Week.

By: Christina Anastasiou

Lloyd Klein & Natalie Cole Sherry Shephard

Denise Boutee

Celebrities Kym Whitley, Mara Hall, Kiki Shephard, Denise Boutee, Kim Coles, Jai Rodriguez, Kevin Eubanks, James Avery, Jasper Coles, and others came out to support the cause.

Sue Wong & Her Muse March was a buzzing month around town and with the Oscars keeping everyone busy, we made time to check out our very own eco-friendly gifting suite. Agapi Girl’s Christina Anastasiou, Maribel Miller, and Deventrya Howard created a warm and chic afternoon of beauty, luxury eco friendly spray tannng, and raw treats.

Vita Coco gave away their famous Brazilian coconut drink, Seth Wellington gifted his line of body products, Spray Di Sole, Blythe Metz, and Celebrity Makeup Artist Gabriela Cardenas offered celebs complimentary treatments. Celebs in attendance included fashion designer and actress Lauren Elaine, MTV’s Jazmin Whitely, Rachel Currence, Jasper Cole, Kikey Castillo, green celebs Sophie Uliano, Kari Whitman, Coco Eco Magazine, and many others.

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Melissa Ordway

Fashion Group International’s, “Designer and their Muses” headlined this year’s Fashion Week in L.A. The event gathered L.A’s finest in fashion with fashion pioneers such as Lloyd Klein, who’s muse was Natalie Cole.

Natalie wore a gorgeous emerald gown by the designer. Michele Bohbot and her muse Caridee English attended.

Others included Nick Verreos of Nickolaki, Oliver Tolentino, and Sue Wong. Designer Lauren Elaine attended with singer Kayslee Collins, who wore a red gown from her “Little Red Riding Hood” inspired collection.

Brazilian model Giglianne Braga from “If I Can Dream” said, “I had to be hear tonight because, well, I’m a high fashion model.”

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Spotlight On:

WWa Gallery By: Niki Shadrow

In recent years, Culver City has developed from an often overlooked pit-stop on the way to Venice Beach to a bustling, trendy Los Angeles landmark worthy of a trip unto itself.

With a flurry of new restaurants and citywide events, the little city that could is becoming a major player on the cultural map.

In accordance with all the new foot traffic, Culver City’s thriving art scene continues to flourish. On Washington Blvd., the Corey Helford Gallery hosts monthly galas that are usually as notable for who’s in attendance as they are for whose artwork adorns the walls. Just a few blocks down the street from Helford, the renowned Blum & Poe gallery operates out of a new building that’s more or less the size of a college library. And right in the heart of Downtown Culver City, an art gallery that once specialized in animation is making significant headway into the world of contemporary art.

The name of the relative newcomer is WWA gallery. On the outside it’s a quirky, stylish storefront with frosted windows and a unique, bubbly red and black design. The inside is spacious and curvy, with the art divided between three inviting, open areas. As early as last year, WWA’s forte was hard-to-find animation art. The gallery’s owner, Debbie Weiss, an expert in animation art, ran a successful online business that filtered into the gallery space, which featured Disney animation cels and the work of illustrators like Bill Waterson and Dr. Seuss.

But all that’s changed over the past year. Weiss, along with her team of Stephanie Chefas, Rob Faucette, and David Radford, has decided to maintain her online business and restructure the gallery space to focus on contemporary art.

Now is definitely the time to make such a move. After all, animation has become more than just an entertainment

(left to right) Jacob osborn, Stephanie Chefas, and artist, Jason Cullison medium, but a full blown influential force. Disney films, Japanese anime, children’s book illustrations, and assorted other forms of animation have seeped into the collective unconscious and the result is a movement known as popsurrealism, which combines the otherworldly machinations and characters of the animated world with the mythical and psychological gravity of early surrealists like Bosch and more recent artists like Dali.

Perhaps because of its imaginative background in animation, WWA brings a fairly unique perspective to the current scene.

For example, their recent show “The Devil Made Me Do It”, asked contributing artists to consider the devil and sin and anything else associated with the phrase, and offer a visual interpretation. The result was a fascinating glimpse into the dark and light nether regions of the soul via the minds and brushes of artists like Bob Dob, Lily Mae Martin, David M. Ball, and Dave Cooper. Opening night featured devilish blues music, and paintings that ranged from grim murder in a dark cave to a mischievous colorful bear who gave his friend a bad haircut. The show itself was curated by WWA’s own Chefas, Faucette, and Radford, who go by the team name Industrial Squid.

“The Devil Made Me Do It” was just one of many inventive shows on tap for this year. The most recent show, entitled “LA 3010”, offered artist interpretations of Los Angeles in a thousand years. Upcoming exhibitions include themes such as “I Believe in Unicorns” and “Horrorwood”. Amidst an art scene bursting with new activity, the WWA gallery is making its mark.

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CHRISTINE YOUNG ACTRESS, SINGER & MODEL

Bringing A New Kind Of Sexy Back…

By Anthony Calderon

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You have to understand, when it came to female models, being sexy used to be enough. It really was. A gorgeous woman was the endall to every man’s desire, and would simultaneously set a new standard other women would dream of becoming… But it was all fantasy…

Nobody really wanted to know anything personal, per se, about a sexy model, we just wanted to look… Perhaps in the back of our minds we believed women who were that incredibly attractive were just too busy being beautiful to ever really care about anything else other than…well, being beautiful…

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Then along came Angelina Jolie. Sexy as hell. Talented enough to win a Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for her role in Girl, Interrupted (1999) – but forget about all that: she was Lara Croft (2001, 2003) for God’s sake!

Wearing tight leather pants, no less!

Just killing us! And then Angelina did a funny thing: she began caring about the world… What a concept! She was actually concerned with how people were living across the Globe, when she didn’t have to… There’s never been a clear correlation between bringing awareness to kids starving in Africa, and the gross movie ticket sales of any given actress…Yet, Angelina did care, and, of course, still does… This is the new standard… But you can’t fake compassion, because people can

tell “lip service” from action. The public knows the “Real Thing” when they see it, which leads me to Christine Young…

The first time I saw Christine Young’s picture was in the boardroom of our Wilshire office for Hollywood Weekly…

A group of Editors were huddled around the conference table where Christine’s photos were being looked at with such concentration I felt I almost needed to snap my fingers to break their trance… Once I broke through their inner huddle, however, and glanced at Christine’s pictures, I realized why my coworkers had been hypnotized – Christine is that rare blend of being fantastically sexy, yet extremely pretty…

There’s an almost innocent beauty in Christine’s face that works well with her insanely perfect body. This was a girl I had to talk to, so I pulled rank and snagged the interview with her…

The first thing I discovered when I interviewed Christine was that she is a former Miss Teen Hawaii, which is an amazing accomplishment since everybody knows Hawaii – generally acknowledged worldwide – is full of beautiful women…

But Christine has true facial beauty, so it’s not very surprising she would win that crown…

Christine’s modeling career began in her teens, as well, when a Modeling Agent saw her in a restaurant and approached the natural beauty about working for a professional modeling company… Since that time, Christine has worked steadily as a model, and, of course, as Christine grew, her body…changed, you could say… She was no longer just a pretty face – she was a woman whose body spelled s-e-x-u-a-l-i-t-y in every language known to man… Which is what you see now…

But just as looking into a diamond always reveals some new angle of beauty, Christine’s talent has deeper layers…

Christine is, and has always been, an actress… As a student of Method Acting, and a true lover of film in general, even citing the movies of Frank Capra as some of her favorites, Christine has already risen in ranks to lead actress. “In God’s Hands” showcased what many already knew about Christine – she is the next big breakout Star. She even shares the mantle of the very few who can actually call themselves a Triple Threat, because in addition to Christine’s Modeling and Acting – she’s a singer! Though, too shy to actually compare her vocal styling to anyone currently on the music scene, I think some of Mariah Carey’s magic may have rubbed off on her when she worked on Mariah’s “I’ll Be Loving You Long Time” video…

But now we come to Christine’s embodiment of the example set by Angelina Jolie… Let’s take something simple, like America’s new push towards anything “Green.” Christine just so happens to be the Executive Director for Fireworks Hawaii, an organization that provides “Earth - friendly” fireworks for concerts, parties and sporting events -and every 4th of July, they even put on a Show for the Mayor of Honolulu.

Christine’s also the Vice President of Westside Athletic Foundation (WAF), which is a non profit company that assists youth sports organizations on the Waianae

Christine Young can be booked via UEM Management at 310-836-2446 or via email at modelmgr@gmail.com

Coast, from Nanakuli through Makaha, and in their normal course of business promote “healthy family activities, good citizenship, and encourage education and higher learning.” Once again, this isn’t something that Casting Agents need to see on Christine’s resume, it’s something she feels the need to do…

But, let’s get back to Christine’s body – you can’t be that physically fit and not be into Sports, and if you know anything about Christine, she likes to be involved in things firsthand. So – and here’s yet another title – Christine is Vice President of X-1 World Events , which is a Mixed Martial Arts company delivering Live

arena-based entertainment on Time Warner Cable, sports on demand, HDNET, MSNBC, Fox network, and Live streaming via Internet… And here you thought Christine was just another Sexy Model…

So, finally, here’s the question I have for a woman who sings, acts, and is sexy enough to model swimsuits in MAXIM UK – does Christine Young really have to “care” about anything else other than her soaring career? Of course she doesn’t have to, the answer is: she just does… It’s part of the beautifully complex person Christine is, and we’re all the more better for it…

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Min Delicious ACTRESS & MODEL

A Breeze Of Sweet, Southern Sexuality

By Anthony Calderon

I wouldn’t say I have an “addictive” personality… I’m a fairly moderate guy…

A couple beers and I’m good… Another bottle of wine?

No, thank you…

Another round of Blackjack? No, I’m done – I’ll quit while I’m ahead… That’s really the kind of guy I am…

So, I was more than a little surprised at my behavior when I was e-mailed Actress/ Model Mindi Stoots’ Model Mayhem page (http://www.modelmayhem.com/763088).

Now, you must know, in my defense, my subsequent obsession with Mindi’s photos was not entirely my fault… It seemed the Universe was working surreptitiously against me… As her Model Mayhem page opened up, and I saw Mindi standing there in her sky-blue, two-piece swimsuit – with one perfectly tanned leg propped up— my neighbor just so happened to start playing The Rolling Stones’ “Honky Tonk Women!” Through my open window I heard that unmistakable funky cowbell clanking before that bass drum kicked in…

At this point, my hand was already starting to shake a little, but I managed to click on the lone picture of Mindi – a second later the screen was filled with image

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after image of Mindi in garments and poses so erotic, so visceral in nature, I instinctually turned off my cell phone, locked my home/office door, grabbed a bottle of tequila and settled in for one hell of a ride! And as I stated before, the Universe was absolutely setting me up – my neighbor had that Rolling Stones song on repeat, so I drank, danced in my chair, and went through every picture of Mindi on all three pages! Then it was “Watch – And Repeat!” Over and over and over… When I finally turned

my phone back on I had 18 messages, mostly from coworkers wondering what the hell happened to me, since I was supposed to call them back once I saw Mindi’s picture… Christ, that was hours ago when I was still sober!

Believe me when I say my experience looking at Mindi’s photos was not an isolated incident, as the thousands of viewers who’ve seen and commented on her photos will attest to… There’s something completely captivating about

Mindi – it starts with those large, brown bedroom-eyes, and ends with that curve on the edge of her smile that hints at a mischievous – but purely flirtatious nature… It’s that beautiful mix of Southern Charm and Sexuality… You don’t really see Mindi, she sort of just “washes over you,” like a breeze, and you’re left with her essence, like gold collected in a mining pan…

What I didn’t know until I talked to Mindi, was just how business-savvy she actually is… As a Graduate from the University of Memphis, with a B.A. in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing, Mindi selectively chooses every picture of herself to portray a different mood, or character, to cover as many genres of photography as possible…

Portraying different characters is something that comes easily to Mindi, as she has serious aspirations for acting – but not serious acting…

Action acting… As a huge, actionmovie fan, Mindi is waiting for the role that allows her to kick a lot of ass on-screen, and as many of her photos demonstrate exceedingly well, Mindi’s got the look to get the job done…

But Mindi also has a great sense of humor, which allows her to make fun of everything – including herself… This particular personality trait works well with photographers, who love the fact that at the end of the day, Mindi is just a sweet, sexy Southern girl who’s not trying to play the prima donna role so many models feel they need to portray…

So, what is Mindi actually like when she’s shooting these ridiculously sexy photos – Mindi’s pictures with famed photographer Michael Vincent being some of the most scintillating I’ve seen.. If there’s one thing anybody who knows Mindi will tell you, she LOVES to dance. Which means a photo shoot with Mindi is nothing but a Party! Her music of choice for posing?

Lady GaGa, Britney Spears – primarily female performers, because Mindi will literally embody the attitude of the song, and take it over as her own – at least in her head – while she’s bumping and grinding and setting the photo shoot on FIRE… Success has come fairly easy for Mindi, having already worked with the top photographers in her home state of Tennessee, taking photo jobs in Florida, and even working here in California, with the aforementioned Michael Vincent.

Mindi Stoots can be booked via UEM Management at 310-836-2446 or via email at modelmgr@gmail.com

Mindi’s niche has always been, in her own words, “the ability to change from sweet and innocent to sexy and seductive in a matter of seconds…” Those sound like some intense nanoseconds… But that’s Mindi’s appeal – is she a good girl with a bad streak, or a bad girl with an ounce of good… Personally, I’d say she has the ounce of good, but that could just be the tequila talking…

The bottom line is for a Director, a Casting Director, or a Photographer, Mindi Stoots can become whoever you want her to be on film… She’s the world’s sexiest chameleon…with a heart of Southern Love…

There is, however, one character Mindi’s fans are anxiously waiting for her to become… Here are a few clues for you: A cotton tail, long ears, lives in a Mansion with a guy named H***

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Maryann Murray ACTRESS & MODEL

Just SEXY Enough And FIERCE Enough To Conquer It All

By Anthony Calderon

Lee Strasberg once said that out of the hundreds and hundreds of actors and actresses he worked with at his world renowned Actor’s Studio, only two people stood out to him: one was Marlon Brando – the other was Marilyn Monroe…

And, there you have it -- Marilyn Monroe, a serious artist...

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Marilyn Monroe Productions, Monroe acted in Bus Stop (1956), where her Golden Globe nominated performance had The New York Times declare, “Marilyn Monroe has finally proved herself an actress.” Of course, the public wasn’t ready to acknowledge Marilyn Monroe as a businesswoman, entrepreneur and award-winning actress (Monroe won the 1960 Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in Some Like It Hot), and the rest, as we say, is history…

But times have changed – public attitudes have changed -- and the idea of a woman being blessed with incredible beauty, and

equally matched with solid talent has now manifested itself in the form of a six foot blonde, blue-eyed actress from Texas, named Maryann Murray…

Many of you may recognize Maryann from her numerous modeling appearances, like earning the Cover of both Envy Magazine, and the popular My-Table publication in Houston, Texas… She was also featured in Teeny B Catalogues, and at www.TeenyB. com, she’s their Cover Girl – a role that suits Maryann well… Maryann just has that Star Quality that people can’t get enough of – how about being hand-picked as the

main Model for Corona on an ad campaign that had posters of Maryann throughout Mexico.

The line used to go “A face to remember,” but in Maryann’s case, it’s a “Complete Package To Remember…” Long legs, flawless skin, dizzying curves – one look at Maryann is equivalent to the thrilling sensation of riding a rollercoaster, And yet, there’s more…

A college-educated, classically trained theatre actress, Maryann has never been content at just being gorgeous, but America has always been in the “Beauty Business,” and it’s in this genre where Maryann first cut her teeth in the modeling world, eventually reaching the zenith of her career by becoming a Playboy model, and appearing in almost every variation possible – Playboy’s Natural Beauties, Playboy’s Fresh Faces, Playboy’s Girls Of The Big 12, and Playboy’s September Cybergirl…

If you’re an Ed Hardy fan like the rest of the world, you’ll remember her from the Ed Hardy Intimates Runway, but in the end, Maryann was born for television and film.

She first came to our attention when we saw her on the Playboy Morning Show, since then it seems she’s been everywhere – acting on “Tapout” last December, with more episodes pending, and also being chosen for their catalogues and posters…

Maryann can be booked via UEM Management at 310-836-2446 or via email at modelmgr@gmail.com

Then she embodied every man’s fantasy as a Bikini Girl on Anthony Michael Hall’s “The Dead Zone.” Maryann continued her Swimsuit domination on Mav T.V.’s “Bikini All-Stars” Reality Show… Most of Maryann’s roles can be seen on her MySpace page at www.myspace.com/ maryannmurray.

Maryann’s even taken time to appear in Trent Turner and the Moon Towers “Smooth” Video, where she was, of course, the Lead Girl and Love Interest. So, with Modeling, Hosting and

Television Acting under her belt, what genre of Media is there left for Maryann to conquer? The obvious choice is Film, and the rule in Hollywood is no one talks about upcoming projects until all the contracts are signed, so Maryann kept quiet on the subject, but it’s not hard to imagine Casting Directors scrambling for her number…but why limit it just to Casting Directors, as any man who’s ever met Maryann will tell you, she’s a woman whose number is in demand…

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Julie Sims ACTRESS & MODEL

Flies to New Heights

By Fran Scott

Hailing from Arkansas the curvaceous model defies definition as the typical model type.

A self described risk taker, Julie Sims launched her career at the early age of eight on the the stage, then at the American Film Institute. “I love the instant gratification of theatre, and stepping into the shoes of a character that is larger than life.” she explains. “I get all the emotions inside of me out.” Theatre is not the only creative outlet the beauty enjoys. “I always liked being in front of the camera” she explains. Photographers say part of my appeal is that I exude a natural sensuality in front of the camera. “When I’m in

makeup by Rob front of the camera I give it my all.”

Julie cites her hourglass figure, sex appeal, full lips, smile, and range of emotions, and connection with the camera as her leg up on the competition. Her natural abilities come across on camera she’s been told by experts in the know.

Fulfilling a childhood dream, she arrived on the Hollywood scene! She has developed herself to work in many genres, and has found success across the board, her most recent undertaking as the hostess of a documentary.

“I bring a lot to a role, whether it be comedy or drama” says Sims, “I want to be able to grow in my acting career and unlike many, I am not afraid to portray any character” she asserts. “I want to see how far I can take my talent.” “I want it more than anything!” Toward that end, she is currently interviewing acting coaches to heighten her skills.

Her spontaneous nature extends to her love of the outdoors. She skis, owns a boat, and flies regularly, actively participating in flight training on her way to earning her pilots license. Another love in her life, daughter Victoria has inherited Julie’s outgoing personality, a natural ability that has captured the interest of her agent. Julie intones “I feel I have so much to give. I want to see how far I can take my talent.”

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Julie Sims can be booked via UEM Management at 310-836-2446 or via email at modelmgr@gmail.com

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A place safe enough for Couture By: Brea Tisdale

I pride myself on being someone that is always finding really unique “one of kind” vintage pieces of clothing. The thing about buying these “unique” pieces is that you don’t always/can’t really wear them without having them cleaned first, because honestly who knows where they have been…(Really who wants to know)? But, I get really nervous about taking my stuff to the cleaners…who hasn’t had your favorite one-of-a-kind coat ruined or misplaced…. I sure have!

Recently however, I found a place that is different then all the rest….

Beverly Crest Cleaners.

“Joe- blow” service. Beverly Crest caters to upper estate/ celebrity clientele as well as studios. Which I know you are thinking so what, who cares…? Well I do and so should you frankly. As you may or may not know, most celebrities don’t have time to be fooling around with their clothes. They are often expected to be wearing certain things at certain times or they might even be wearing something that is on loan to them… so they can’t afford costly mistakes. In fact, a good friend of mine owns a high-end boutique on Third Street and someone had

You can find Beverly Crest Cleaners at: 10301 Santa Monica Blvd. West Los Angeles, CA 90025 or online at: www.beverlycrestcleaners.com They have been around since 1927. The current owners Harry and david have owned the place since 1978. They are brother- inlaws that are both engineers, electrical and mechanical. They saw an opportunity for a unique business and jumped on it. The thing I quickly discovered about what makes the way Harry runs his business different than the average “Joe-blow” cleaners you see out there, is that with “Joe-blow” cleaners you get

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come in to pull clothing for a photo shoot. Before returning it to the store they had it cleaned and the random “Joe-blow” cleaners ruined the clothing…which is a loss of merchandise. My friend then started having everyone take the borrowed merchandise from her store to Beverly Crest and it’s as if the items never left.

Something else I witnessed while in Beverly Crest was a woman whose clothing had been around

a lot of smoke from the fires and her clothing reflected that. At Beverly Crest they offer smoke damage cleaning which gets that ever lingering smell of smoke out of your clothes, so they don’t have to be replaced. Another convenient thing I saw, is that they offer pick up and delivery service of your items. They will come to your house or office to pick up what you need to be cleaned and drop it off.

Also for the environmentally friendly person out there, they offer what they call “wet cleaning” where they don’t use any chemicals on your clothing… but if you are a germ-a-fob and really want to make sure to get the junk out of that jacket you brought in… you can rest assured they only use the best products out there.

The reason I think this business works so well, is because they are

solid from the inside out. Most of the employees have been with the company for 10 plus years. In fact, a man who had worked for the company 9 years when Harry and david took over, continued working with them for another 20 years before he retired. The reason for this is because what I noticed from just being in there, you can see it’s a friendly lowpressure environment, where they are more about the quality than the quantity. What I mean by that is most cleaners have their employees doing 25 or 30 presses an hour where at Beverly Crest they do 7 or 8. This is because

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injections of trust and pride. As a Business Owner I have Clients as well as friends all across the United States that I have developed a high level of Loyalty, Today is the day that I bring the truth Trust and Integrity.

I still remember out from what I have in the past month’s the time when I referred to as the Dark Side coming into was performing a Training Session the new light of 2010. Yes Doc Heard is dofor a Cat Scan ing it again but this time I will be inspiring Machine in Alma Nebraska at the all my reader’s on just how We are Getting local Hospital. One Back The Loyalty. day I was on my way in to work with Today I would like to share with my entire Star’s, Celebrities quite a few miles to go and I was making a left turn driving and VIP’S the true example of Loyalty and that my friends a Convertible Mustang Rental Car. There was a Big Tractor would be me. When I was a young boy back in the late 60’s trailer Truck that appeared to be making a right turn in and 70’s when trouble was in our neck of the woods on front of me, but to my surprise he was attempting to make 10020 South State Street in Chicago all the parents would a left turn and needless to say for a few minute my life listen to all my friends version of the story about what had flashed before my eye’s and my car was caught on the side happened and then they would turn to me and say “ What of the truck before he notice me. The good news is that Happen Delwin “. It was as though they did not believe I was okay but very sore and Tonda one of the Hospital anybody’s story but mine because there was one thing employee’s came and picked me up. I continued to that they knew about me, in present my Training Session even though they which I was a loyal young had insisted that I go back to my Hotel to take man. As a young teenager I time to feel better but my Loyalty to the Hospital was so loyal to my friends and Medical Profession made me continue to that I would even do things work. Yes, Doc Heard is making a calling for all that would eventually come the Star’s, Celebrities and VIP’S of today’s world back to hurt me. Like the A child is born with an innoto take notes on what Loyalty is all about or time I was sitting at home if you really want to get motivated feel free to studying for my Radiology cent heart, so let’s try not to call on me to be your Motivation Consultant Class at Malcolm X College to administer a consistent dose of Loyalty and wear it so soon apart! and my friends came to the many other positive motivational tactics. door and said let’s go play some Basketball! I said “ Loyal Beginnings with Today I prescribe to the Star Status and VIP’S hey I’m studying right now that Loyalty for the Team has always been my Genuine honesty from the and they said “ come on fun way to share with you on this day so man lets go play “ and very start. then they decided that “ Stay Motivated People “. since I was not going that they wouldn’t go to play Somewhere! Someone along It just another on of Darwin’s Creative Strategies ball as well, but I told them Poems to send you on your way until next the way one day may have to don’t cancel your fun just months column entitled: Professional Standard’s because I’m not going. So Take Charge and I personally invited all My Star’s, pay taking portions of Loyalty needless to say I felt bad Celebrities and VIP’S to my Birthday Celebration so I decided to go and I away! in Chicago Friday May 14, 2010 from 6-9pm agreed to sit on the side presented by the Hollywood Weekly Magazine at line to continue my studthe Red Kiva , 1108 W. Randolph, Chicago. IL It sometimes initially tends to ies. So how many of you 60607, Phone # 312-226-5577. The Guitarist guessed that I couldn’t sit Phil Seed and his magnificent Band Detour will come to break my heart! on the side line and watch be performing for this Star Celebration. Event them play, I couldn’t do it Planning Specialist by Eve Maria Bridgeforth from With Loyalty’s Beginning let’s because I Loved Basket Ball Event by Eve. and if you get the opportugo for extra innings to make a nity ask Ex- NBA Basketball Star Tim Hardaway who happy ending be the newest of Written By: Darwin Heard stood as a young boy today’s Loyal Beginnings! on the side line watching (Hollywood Weekly Magazine) me be one of the many Email: dheard@heardconsultingroup Alley Ball and Playground Legend’s on the south side Phone: (312) 933-6635 of Chicago. Because, I couldn’t study and I choose to shoot that hoop getting my money on, my grades at the times Please direct all Letters to: would begin to decline so maybe I went a little too far but Heard Consulting Group, Corp the loyalty was the moral of that particular story. Loyalty is a very important aspect in life which involves true dediP.O. Box 11353 cation and commitment to all parties involve with multiple Chicago, IL 60611

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BY STEVE ZALL AND SID FISH

Don’t forget to get ready for Mothers Day, and don’t forget to check out all of the new shows opening this month in the local area, such as:

bride’s father move in with them. Written by Marshall Karp, it runs through May 15 at Glendale Center Theatre in Glendale. For tickets call 818-244-8481 or visit www.glendalecentretheatre.com.

“Two Wrongs” a new play about a man and a woman trying to experience true love in the office of their therapist despite the obstacles they encounter and the additional ones that they create on their own. Written by Scott Caan and directed by Missy Yager, it runs through May 9 at the Lounge 2 Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets call 323-960-1057 or visit www.plays411.com/twowrongs.

“E.O.: an Historical Farce of Truly Elizabethan Proportions” the “true author” of Shakespeare’s works must use a con man as a front when Queen Elizabeth commands a performance of Hamlet for her upcoming Spring Masque, but her decree that it must be funny forces him to twist the tragedy into a comedy and farce. Written

by Michael Sadler and directed by Dan Spurgen, it runs through May 29 at the Tre Stage in Hollywood. For tickets call 323-960-5775 or visit www.plays411.com/eo.

“Squabbles” newlyweds still living in the glow of their honeymoon are starting their lives out together in a cramped New York City apartment, until one day, due to unfortunate circumstance, the groom’s mother and the

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“Dementia” a man going through the terminal phase of AIDS, brings those nearest and dearest to him to his side for a Going Away For Good party, including his writing partner and his wife, his best friend, his niece, and even his ex-wife, although he is drifting in and out of dementia, having conversations with his altar ego, who is a glamorous torch-singing drag queen. Written by Evelina Fernandez and directed by Jose Luis Valenzuela, it runs through May 30 at Los Angeles Theatre Center in Los Angeles. For tickets call 213-489-0994 or visit www.thelatc.org.

“The Sunshine Boys” two aging ex-vaudeville stars (who can’t stand each other) reluctantly re-team for a television network special. Written by Neil Simon and directed

by Edgar Allen Poe IV, it runs through May 30 at the Luna Playhouse in Glendale. For tickets call 818-500-7200 or visit www.itsmyseat.com.

“1951-2006” focuses on the long relationship between an alcoholic writer paralyzed while in the military and a teacher, who has to look elsewhere to get her physical and emotional needs filled, although their affection for each other never falters over the span of five decades when they are called upon to endure and cope with their country’s needs prompted by the development of world events. Written and directed by Donald Freed, it runs May 13 through June 13 at Los Angeles Theatre Center in Los Angeles. For tickets call 213-489-0994 or visit www.thelatc.org.

“The Will Rogers Follies” focuses on the life and career of famed humorist and performer Will Rogers, by using the Ziegfeld Follies, which he often headlined, as a backdrop, as he describes episodes in his life in the form of a big production number. Written by Peter Stone and directed by Orlando Alexander, it runs May 20 through July 10 at Glendale Center Theatre in Glendale. For tickets call 818-244-8481 or visit www.glendalecentretheatre.com.

“Crimes of the Heart” three Southern sisters cope with dead horses, dead careers, and a near-dead husband, by laughing it off. Written by Beth Henley and directed by Warner Shook, it runs May 7 through June 6 at the South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa. For tickets call 714-7085555 or visit www.scr.org.

“The Rainmaker” in a Western rural community during a time of severe drought, a farm family tries unsuccessfully to get a husband for the not-so-beautiful daughter in the group, until an itinerant rainmaker shows up, promising to bring much needed rain and new hope to everyone. Written by N. Richard Nash and directed by Bob Hakman, it runs through June 5 at the Sierra Madre Playhouse in Sierra Madre. For tickets call 626-355-4318 or visit www.sierramadreplayhouse.org.

“Jesse Boy” a Southern Gothic tale of one family, trapped by their own traditions, as their obsession with one of America’s famous icons helps to lift their spirits, and to invest in the dream that American pop culture promises. Written by Robert Mollohan and directed by Karen Landry, it runs through June 12 at Ruskin Group Theatre in Santa Monica. For tickets call 310-397-3244 or visit www.ruskingrouptheatre.com.

“The Importance of Being Ernest” Jack Worthing has invented a brother, Ernest, whom he uses as an excuse to leave his humdrum country life behind to visit the ravishing Gwendolen, cousin of his best friend Algernon Montcrieff. But Algernon, who also knows Jack as Ernest, catches on all too quickly that Jack earnestly isn’t Ernest.

So Algernon decides to take the name Ernest when he visits the Worthing country manor where he meets Jack’s ward, the sweet and lovely Cecily who has spent so much time worrying about her poor caregiver’s wretched brother Ernest that she’s grown rather fond of the man she hasn’t met until now. Written by Oscar Wilde and directed by Drew Fitzsimmons, it runs May 7 through June 12 at the Westchester Playhouse in Westchester. For tickets call 310-645-5156 or visit www.kentwoodplayers.org.

“It Ain’t All Confetti” comedy legend of stage and screen, Rip Taylor, one of television’s most recognizable personalities, stars in this humorous and revealing spotlight on a career that has spanned five decades. Directed

by David Galligan, it runs May 21 through May 30 at the

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the entire family. Written by Scott Caan and directed by Missy Yager, it runs May 14 through June 13 at Theatre Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets call 323-960-4424 or visit www.roguemachinetheatre.com.

El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood. For tickets call 818508-4200 or visit www.elportaltheatre.com.

“More Lies About Jerzy” set in the early 1970s where world-famous media darling and controversial author Jerzy Lesnewski causes a scandal that rocks New York and Hollywood after a journalist accuses him of fabricating key points in his autobiography and plagiarizing parts of his best-selling novels. Written by Davey Holmes and directed by David Trainer, it runs May 15 through June 26 at The Hayworth Theatre in Los Angeles. For tickets call 323-960-7788 or visit www.circustheatricals. com.

“Disillusioned: Confessions of a Serial Magician” a boy grows from a dorky kid who wants to impress girls with magic into a dorky young man who wants to impress girls with magic making it clear that magicians have a variety of motives for taking up the magic wand. Written

by Matt Marcy and directed by Nicole Blaine, it runs May 21 through June 19 at the Imagined Life Theater in Los Angeles. For tickets call 800-838-3006 or visit www.disillusionedshow.com.

“Sugar Happens” the story of a nice Jewish girl who won’t take no for an answer, and comes to Hollywood bound and determined to find love and superstardom, in spite of all odds and countless dead ends.

Written by Sherry Coben and directed by Phil Ramuno, it runs May 12 through June 20 at the Sidewalk Studio in Burbank. For tickets call 800-838-3006 or visit www. brownpapertickets.com.

“Nightmare Alley” a con turned carnie and back again, falls in love with a young girl working for a traveling carnival, so they marry and set out to find fame and fortune as evangelists until his alcoholism tears them apart. Written by Jonathan Brielle and directed by Gilbert Cates, it runs through May 23 at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles. For tickets call 310-208-5454 or visit www. geffenplayhouse.com.

Dark skies are going to clear up, so grab your family and friends and head out to one of these “Four Places” what starts as an innocent lunch between a septuagenarian Mom and her two adult children degenerates into a fierce game of cat and mouse which leads to a confession that will radically upset the lives of

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Celebrity guests from Film, Television, Stage and the Music scene all flocked to the Pantages Theatre in celebration of this triumphant Los Angeles return.

Attendees included such Hollywood favorites as Priscilla Presley, AJ Buckley, Arsenio Hall, Kevin Eubanks, Jeffrey Ross, Melora Hardin, Lea Thompson, Corey Feldman, Carolyn Hennesy, Ken Davitian, Mindy Sterling, Kate Linder, Romi Dames and many more!

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Tickets for CHICAGO are now available online at and by phone at 1-800982-ARTS(2787). Tickets may also be purchased in person at the Pantages Box Office and all Ticketmaster ticket outlets. The Pantages Theatre is located at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard, just east of Vine Street, and the box office is open every day beginning at 10AM. Murder. Greed. Corruption. Violence.

Exploitation. Adultery. Treachery. Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on

her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.

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Tickets range in price from $25 - $78, although prices are subject to change without notice.

The Pantages Theatre is located in Hollywood at 6233 Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street.

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