The California Youth Conservatory (CYC) presents the Tony Award-winning musical based on Mark Twain’s classic novel at the Joan B. Kroc Theatre from March 3 – 11, 2012.
For tickets, go to http://www.cyctheatre.com or call (858) 227-9427.
Twain’s timeless classic sweeps us down the mighty Mississippi as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim, a runaway slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River.
Ten little fingers, ten tiny toes, the sweetest of smiles and a cute little nose. All these add up to a very special thing–a baby–the greatest of gifts that life can bring. Did I mention that the baby’s mom has a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame? Or that the dad has been the proud recipient of a Grammy award…let’s see, 13 times?
From their awards, to their lavish lifestyles, celebrities never do anything halfway. Needless to say, we couldn’t expect anything less when Beyonce Knowles and Jay Z (born Shawn Carter) brought their precious baby girl into the world on January 7, 2012.
The number one thing on America’s mind was what the power couple would call their tiny bundle of joy. Would it be Destiny, after Beyonce’s former pop group that blasted the powerhouse vocalist into superstardom? Or maybe even Gloria, a moniker inspired by the strong woman who raised Jay as a single-mother?
Blue Ivy Carter shocked the world with her colorful name when her influential parents released her birth announcement when the little girl was less than 72-hours old. But she wasn’t the first famous baby to make headlines with an out-of-the-ordinary name.
Gwyneth Paltrow and husband Chris Martin gave fans a sweet surprise with their daughter, Apple. Chef Jamie Oliver took an interesting approach with names inspired by some of his favorite ingredients; “Welcome to the world: Poppy Honey, Daisy Boo and Petal Blossom Rainbow.” David Duchovny and wife Tea Leoni, didn’t get too creative when they named their son, Kyd.
While some of those names may be questionably unconventional, brace yourselves for the truly one of a kind names like Pilot Inspektor. That’s right! His father may be funny man Jason Lee, but that name is no joke. Then there’s Penn Gillete’s daughter, Moxie Crime Fighter and, probably the strangest trifecta of celebrity baby names– the daughters of Bob Geldof: Peaches Honeyblossom, Fifi Trixibelle, and Little Pixi.
And I’m in no position to judge. Growing up with a name like “Kika,” I was always a target for curious questions, mispronunciations, and bewilderment. I went to school dreading when teachers would read the attendance sheet on the first day; embarrassed, when, after calling out the name “Stephanie” for the fourth time, and “Sarah” for the third, with much ease and confidence, the teacher would accidentally stumble on my name. You’d think that two syllable’s would leave little room for error, but I’ve cringed at everything from (K-EYE-Ka) to (KICK-A).
Let’s face it. Little Blue Ivy Carter doesn’t have a mainstream name, but maybe that’s fitting for the lifestyle she was born into. Baby names are simply another way for celebrities to create shock and awe. However, some may choose to view the unheard of names as just another Hollywood trend that they don’t want to follow.
Take it from someone with a name all her own. When it comes to names, find something fitting that will make the titleholder stand out in the crowd instead of fading into the background.
What did you say your name was? LOL!
Coming this fall to the Science network is the Trek Nation documentary featuring Rod Roddenberry, the son of the creator of Star Trek. Rod’s father, Gene Roddenberry, a script writer and producer who is most known for creating Star Trek, died when Rod was just a teenager. Now, Rod Roddenberry through the Trek Nation documentary, visits with his late father’s friends, industry people, fans–all in a effort to discover his father and the legacy he left behind.
When Rod Roddenberry was born, Star Trek was already a huge phenomenon. Rod, the only son of the creator of Star Trek, was surrounded by Trekkies. His mother, Majel Roddenberry, had a starring role in the original TV series.
Today, about 40 years after Star Trek first aired on TV, its legacy continues. At Comic Con 2011, fans flooded the San Diego Convention Center, scooping up Star Trek and Trek Nation memorabilia and also taking pictures with actors like Michael Dorn from Star Trek: The Next Generation.
Rod spoke with me at Comic Con about how Trek Nation helped him understand better what Star Trek is really about. “Anyone who has seen the show knows it’s really about the preservation of our planet, infinite diversities… that’s one of the main philosophies of Star Trek.”
Today, Rod brings that attitude to his organization, the Roddenberry Dive Team, (RDT). He says, much like his father did with space, RDT is boldly going deep beneath the ocean to explore new waters and diversity…perhaps making an even stronger connection with his late father.
“…[Star Trek] wasn’t just science fiction. This was a philosophy that inspired people to reach beyond their own limitations and had this vision of a future that so many people wanted to be a part of. And that’s what really connected with me–the diversity of people who all believed in this future [despite] social/economic differences, religious differences–all of these differences–yet they could all, at least, agree on this future where we all worked together for the greater good,” says Rod.
The RDT travels around the world diving, exploring, and working to better the environment for future generations. RDT is currently running a contest to encourage people to clean up the beaches. Contestants send in pictures of trash that they have found and disposed of properly. The Grand Prize, a 5-night trip to Hawaii. For details visit, RDT.
In a press statement announcing that Trek Nation would air on the Science network, Rod said, “Trek Nation strikes a strong balance between exploring a science fiction phenomenon and relating a very universal story between a son and his father. I have every confidence that Star Trek fans and non-Star Trek fans alike are going to enjoy the film.”
Trek Nation is scheduled to air on Science the fall of 2011.
It’s almost that time again, Comic-Con comes to San Diego this summer.
Here’s a look back at last year’s event and how it strengthens the economic backbone of the community
The many faces of art. San Diego artist, Roxanne Grooms, takes an artful approach that stitches her deep inner feelings into her artwork. See how she creates texture, expression, and an unveiling of the masks we all wear.
Video produced by Live Fit Films.
See how one artist is conquering her fears and fulfilling a dream to illustrate children’s books. Anna Guillote is part of the San Diego Fine Art Society’s Mentor Program and until she joined this one-of-a-kind group, she didn’t realize where her art could take her. Phoebe Chongchua has her story.
Video produced by Live Fit Films.
San Diego can be a difficult market to earn a living as an artist. In this short film we follow talented Rebecca Goodman as she negotiates her way into performing live art at a well-known SD museum. See how significant challenges she faces don’t dampen her spirits in The Performance.
Learn more about artists being helped by theSan Diego Fine Art Society.
A Film by Live Fit Films.
The San Diego Fine Art Society launches Pulse with an international exhibition in partnership with Alexander Salazar Fine Art to feature Master Sculptor Xiaoye SunXiaoye’s outstanding artistic sensibility and creativity originates from his thinking and reflections about life. Phoebe Chongchua from ArtPulse.TV talks with the artist about his debut in the United States..
Merging history and art through beautiful sculptures, Manuelita Brown, creates understanding and cultural awareness as she pursues her passion.
Phoebe Chongchua with ArtPulse.TV talks with Manuelita about her dreams of bringing art to all across the nation. Manuelita is part of the San Diego Fine Art Society’s Mentor Program.
Video produced by Live Fit Films.
Hear from the talented artist at this year’s LA Art Show. See David Datuna’s live art installation, San Diego artists, and the provocative work with porn stars and brand names from a Hong Kong Gallery. Video journalist, Phoebe Chongchua from ArtPulse.TV, gives us a look.
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