Category Archives: Acting

News from the Team: Amanda Talbot in NoHo Spotlight

Congratulations to talented Amanda Talbot for her great interview on NoHoArtsDistrict.com! Amanda is EngAGE’s Creative Programs Director at North Hollywood Senior Arts Colony. But she’s not only part of the EngAGE Team, she’s also part of  London Calling, a two-woman British improv team that includes British … Continue reading

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Carol Spinney Has Been “Big Bird” for 45 Years

“Caroll Spinney helped create the big yellow bird for PBS’ ‘Sesame Street’ in 1969, and he’s been playing the character ever since. . . And if that isn’t impressive enough, he’s also played Oscar the Grouch for the same number … Continue reading

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Beautiful Minds: Dwan Smith-Fortier

Congratulations to Burbank Senior Artists Colony resident Dwan Smith-Fortier for being featured by the National Center for Creative Aging in their “Beautiful Minds” series! Here’s their post: Dwan Smith-Fortier, 70, has always felt the most comfortable being in front of … Continue reading

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50th Anniversary of “The Sound of Music”

“This year marks the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music, which first captivated audiences in 1965. Julie Andrews (79) and Christopher Plummer (85) reflect on the making of the classic, their decades-long friendship, as well as the mountains they’ve … Continue reading

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Ian McKellen on Working

“Ian McKellen was in Berlin [recently] in support of his performance as Sherlock Holmes in Bill Condon’s well-received drama ‘Mr. Holmes.’ The film, an adaptation of the novel, A Slight Trick of the Mind, by Mitch Cullin, picks up with the former … Continue reading

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The Road Theatre 2015 Season Is Underway

Please support our friends at The Road Theatre! Two locations, including The Road on Magnolia at the NoHo Senior Arts Colony! Los Angeles Premiere “THE OTHER PLACE” By Sharr White Directed by Andre Barron Feb 20 – April 11, 2015 … Continue reading

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Comedian Dick Gregory Honored with Star on Walk of Fame

Last week, Dick Gregory, 82, comedian and civil rights activist, was presented with the 2,542nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. From NBC News: Among his countless career highlights include being honored with special tributes by Coretta Scott King, … Continue reading

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