Email Author Siran Babayan

2011 Stories by Siran Babayan

• And the Sucky Goes to ...

  published December 22, 2011

  Thanks to more political and social unrest, natural disasters and football coaches–turned–Chester the Molesters, 2011 was yet another... More >>

• Love Your Cinefamily

  published December 15, 2011

  Where else but at Cinefamily can you watch a tribute to "nunsplotation" movies? The Fairfax-based art house run by fun-loving film freaks is... More >>

• Lucy and This Guy With Congas

  published December 8, 2011

  When not getting in and out of jams with his redheaded screwball wife — the first lady of comedy, Lucille Ball — Desi Arnaz created some... More >>

• If You Like It Then You Shoulda Put a Lid on It

  published December 8, 2011

  If maintaining freshness is a problem for you, Kay Sedia is here to help. Looking like a south-of-the-border Snooki, the Tijuana-born drag queen... More >>

• Oh, Steve

  published November 24, 2011

  "Breaking bones and shoving shit up my ass isn't getting any easier." So what's professional jackass Steve-O attempting now? Stand-up comedy. In... More >>

• Nyuk of the Week

  published November 24, 2011

  The 14th Three Stooges Big Screen Event may be the last time you numbskulls see Moe, Larry and Curly (fine, Shemp can come, too) in the theater... More >>

• Silk Road Storytime

  published September 22, 2011

  Sunny Stevenson's readings for kids include crafts and snacks. Sat., Oct. 1, 10:30 a.m., 2011 More >>

• Further Proof That an L.A. Weekly Theater Award Can Lead to a Successful Career

  published September 22, 2011

  To the young 'uns out there, Jane Lynch is Sue Sylvester, the ball-buster in the tracksuit from Glee. To her older fans, she's better known... More >>

• An Evening with The League

  published September 22, 2011

  Discussion with cast and crew of the FX comedy series about fantasy football. Mon., Oct. 3, 7 p.m., 2011 More >>

• Nancy Silverton

  published September 22, 2011

  The restauranteur discusses her new cookbook, The Mozza Cookbook: Recipes from Los Angeles's Favorite Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria, with... More >>

• A Better Life: The Music and The Message

  published September 22, 2011

  Oscar-nominated director Chris Weitz, Reyes Rodriguez and Ozomatli discuss their collaboration on the feature film A Better Life. ... More >>

• Best Above-Average Joe

  published September 22, 2011

  Joseph Gordon-Levitt has gone from boy alien on TV's Third Rock From the Sun to leading man in such hit movies as (500) Days of... More >>

• An Evening with Edgar Winter

  published September 22, 2011

  Museum executive director Bob Santelli interviews the musician about his career, followed by a Q&A and performance. Wed., Oct. 12, 8... More >>

• Reitman Does Hughes

  published September 22, 2011

  This month, LACMA partners with nonprofit Film Independent for a new film series that will include a string of "Live Reads" curated by director... More >>

• Miranda July: Eleven Heavy Things

  published September 22, 2011

  A series of 11 sculptures by the filmmaker and artist originally seen at the 2009 Venice Biennale and NY's Union Square Park in 2010. ... More >>

• Danny Elfman, Is That You?

  published September 22, 2011

  Compared with the parade of near-naked flesh in nearby West Hollywood, LACMA's annual Muse Costume Ball is the wholesome side of freaky. This... More >>

• Phil Hill: The Life of a Legend

  published September 22, 2011

  Tribute to the racer and the only American-born driver to win the Formula One World Drivers' Championship, featuring photographs, cars, helmets... More >>

• Debbie Reynolds: The Collection

  published September 22, 2011

  The actress' collection of film costumes, props, posters and more. Wednesdays-Sundays. Starts: July 30. Continues through Dec. 3, 2011 More >>

• Transcultural Pilgrim: Three Decades of Work by Jose Bedia

  published September 22, 2011

  Retrospective of the Cuban artist's paintings and drawings dating back to the early '80s, as well as a new installation. ... More >>

• The House That Sam Built: Sam Maloof and Art in the Pomona Valley, 1945 - 1985

  published September 22, 2011

  Surveys three decades' worth of Maloof's work, in addition to pieces by friends and colleagues. Mondays, Wednesdays-Sundays. Starts:... More >>

• George Harrison: Living in the Material World

  published September 22, 2011

  Guitars, handwritten lyrics, costumes, personal photographs and other mementos that explore the life and music of the former Beatle. ... More >>

• An Evening with Dave Alvin

  published September 8, 2011

  The singer discusses his music, including his current album, Eleven Eleven, followed by a Q&A and performance. Mon., Sept.... More >>

• Mods & Rockers

  published September 8, 2011

  Discussion with Tom Ingram and Michael Burns on the '60s U.K. subculture. Tue., Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m., 2011 More >>

• Em-Barris-ing

  published September 8, 2011

  The obese tap dancers and farting singers who were the talent on the talent-barren The Gong Show are now reality TV stars and Jerry... More >>

• An Evening with Nick Mason

  published September 8, 2011

  The Pink Floyd drummer discusses his career with Dave DiMartino, followed by a Q&A. Thu., Sept. 22, 8 p.m., 2011 More >>