Midweek Music & Art & Music-on-TV & on the Web ~ Mar 12, 2014

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Yesterday’s edition was LOADED with News Features (still available). Today, we bring you only events you can go out and experience, or concerts you can enjoy on the web or on TV.
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March 12 in history…

√  The record winter in the East is making history right now – against the background of temperatures that continue to rise globally, overall.

And not everyone in the Northeast is complaining about the cold.

For the first time in nearly a century, conditions have been perfect for "The Rocket" to sail the frozen Hudson River. Built in 1888, the ice boat was once the fastest thing on the planet. This marvel even caught Thomas Edison's attention--he filmed The Rocket in 1905. More in this clip from NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams:

"Seemingly Never-Ending Winter a Joy for Ice Boaters"

www.nbcnews.com/watch/nightly-news/seemingly-never-ending-winter-a-joy-for-ice-boaters-190620739656

(Thanks to “The American Experience” for letting us know.)

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BIRTHDAYS…

√  Today is the birthday of music promoter and artist manager JEANETTE LUNDGREN, who runs MomHens Corner.

√  Today is also the birthday of failed presidential candidate MITT ROMNEY. And it is the officially-proclaimed “Alfred Hitchcock Day,” falling between “Worship of Tools Day,” and “Jewel Day.” Which may be significant to some.

√  A serious birthday note…

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) reminded us to offer Birthday wishes to the founder of “The Wall Memorial” in Washington, D.C. He is JAN SCRUGGS, whose birthday was yesterday, March 11. If you wish, you can send your birthday wishes to Jan at: jcs@vvmf.org

Finnen Morris wrote:
"Jan, How can I say a big enough THANK YOU! I am a Gold Star Daughter whose family never spoke of my father after his death. (Lt. Col. H.L. Morris, USMC, 4/1969). Your gift to so many hearts has done more healing in silent corners and large crowds than you will ever know. I wish for you to know that you healed my heart… to know that there was someone who cared enough to make the Wall a reality. That my father's death, as well as every other death from Vietnam, will never ever be forgotten. His name is somewhere for all to see and honor. I hope to visit The Wall this year for the first time… I hope to meet you one day and thank you in person. Have a beautiful birthday!"
 
 
 
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IN THIS EDITION…

♪  MUSIC-on-TV (through daytime Thursday)
Wednesday’s live music & art events…
♪  WEBCAST LIVE CONCERT
♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS
♪  WEDNESDAY’s MUSIC & ART EVENTS
 
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Wednesday’s daytime TV was in yesterday’s edition.

Wed, Mar 12, on Palladia TV:
5-6 pm  ADELE performs on the Season 5 premiere of "LIVE FROM THE ARTISTS DEN," taped in 2012 in Santa Monica.

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Wed, Mar 12, on VHCRW TV:
8-11 pm  "THE BLUES BROTHERS" (1980) is the classically goofy adventure of DAN ACKROYD, JOHN BELUSHI, and most of the blues world on their "Mission from God" for the Penguin and her orphanage. (Repeats 4-7 pm Thu; 8-11 pm on Mar 18; 4-7 pm Mar 19. Also airs 10 pm-1 am Sat, Mar 15, and 11:30 am-2:45 pm Sun, on VH1.)

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Wed, Mar 12, on KCET TV:
9:30-11 pm "JOE BONAMASSA: TOUR DE FORCE" is a 2013 performance compilation from several London venues. (Also on KCET LINK, Thu, Mar 13, 11 pm-12:30 am.)

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Wed, Mar 12, on Palladia:
10 pm-midnight "JOHN MAYER: WHERE THE LIGHT IS" was taped in concert in Dec 2007 in L.A. and released in 2008.

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Wed, Mar 12, on Ovation TV:
11:30 pm-1 am "ONE NIGHT STAND" is a 2013 backstage look at 24-hour theatrical productions, in which entertainment collaborators must write, cast, rehearse abd perform musicals in only one day.

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Wed night/Thu AM, Mar 12/13, on Palladia:
Midnight-1 am  "SARA BAREILLES: BRAVE ENOUGH" is a 2013 Atlanta performance by the singer-pianist. (Repeats Sun, 11 am-noon.)

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Wed night/Thu AM, Mar 12/13, on VHCRW:
2:30-4 am  ELVIS COSTELLO & THE IMPOSTERS perform in Memphis. (Repeats 5:30-7 pm, Mar 17.)


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THURSDAY TV worth setting your recorder before you leave the house…


Thu, Mar 13, on AXS TV:
8:50 am  “Counting Crows” -- Known to have fun on stage, the ever popular Counting Crows celebrate their 10 year history together by performing fan favorites "Mr. Jones", "Mrs. Potter's Lullaby" and other hits from album Films About Ghosts. Don't miss Adam Duritz rocking out in this very special concert that highlights the band's repertoire of blues, rock and country hits.

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Thu, Mar 13, on AXS TV:
9:50 am  “O.A.R. - Live on Red Rocks” -- College-rock legends O.A.R. perform at the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado, playing both classic hits and material from their new album.

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Thu, Mar 13, on Palladia TV:
5-7 pm  "CROSSROADS GUITAR FESTIVAL '07" includes performances by B.B. KING, SHERYL CROW, STEVE WINWOOD, JOHN MAYER, and others.
 
 
 
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Wed, Mar 12, on the web:
8 pm SOURDOUGH SLIM accompanied by ROBERT ARMSTRONG, live in concert from the Freight & Salvage in Berkeley.
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Online tickets are “pay-what-you-want” and available at:
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www.concertwindow.com/shows/3933-sourdough-slim-with-robert-armstrong
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Sourdough tells us, “The webshow will not be recorded – it's offered in real time. I hope you can join us!”
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More at www.freightandsalvage.org
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♪  ONGOING MUSIC & ART EVENTS


ONGOING (Opened Mar 11), running through Jun 1, in L.A.:
“JACKSON POLLOCK’S MURAL,” and “HATCHED! CREATING FORM WITH LINE,” two new temporary exhibitions at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.

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Final Week ~ ONGOING (through March 16), in Santa Monica:
8 pm  "CIRQUE DU SOLEIL" presents "TOTEM" under the Big Top at the Santa Monica Pier.
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"TOTEM" plays the Santa Monica Pier:
Tue-Fri, 8 pm
Sat, 4:30 & 8 pm
Sun, 1 & 4:30 pm
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"TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations. Inspired by many founding myths, TOTEM illustrates, through a visual and acrobatic language, the evolutionary progress of species. Somewhere between science and legend, TOTEM explores the ties that bind Man to other species, his dreams and his infinite potential." -- the show's promo.
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"Spectacular, artful. Breathtaking and deliciously ironic." -- The Toronto Star.
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"TOTEM is visually ravishing" -- The Boston Globe.
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Tix by phone, at 800-450-1480.
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*** "TOTEM" tix are available at a DISCOUNT, March 4 through closing day (March 16), at:
https://tickets.cirquedusoleil.com/mobile/?channel=8&seriesCode=TOTSMA&language=en&lfMix=CDSGP&promoCode=SMSP
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No password needed. Just use the special url, above.
 
 
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Wed, Mar 12, in Burbank:
6-11 pm  A full evening with CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS, plus DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR on one stage, and on the other stage, GLEN ROBERTS BIG BAND -- recently named “Best Free Big Band Event” in L.A. Weekly’s prestigious “Best of LA” issue – plus REVEREND MARTINI'S ROCKABILLYHOP ‘N HANG, all at Viva Cantina, 900 Riverside Dr (next to L.A. Equestrian Center), Burbank; 818-845-2425 or 818-515-4444;  HYPERLINK "http://www.vivacantina.com/" www.vivacantina.com.
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√  CODIO & THE SWINGING ARMANIS play at 6 & 8 pm.
√  DEBRA PRICE & GUIDO ARMANI’s CLASSICAL HOUR happens at 7 pm.
√  GLEN ROBERTS BIG BAND at 7 pm, named “Best Free Big Band Event” in LA Weekly’s prestigious “Best of LA” issue.
√  REVEREND MARTINI'S ROCKABILLYHOP ‘N HANG at 10 pm.
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No cover. Venue is known for its Mexican food and full bar. Okay to park free across the street at Pickwick Bowl (free, nearly unlimited parking for Viva patrons).

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Wed, Mar 12, in Torrance:
6-8:30 pm  ANDY & RENEE, leaders of HARD RAIN, named the Best Band in the South Bay for 2013, play their residency at the Buffalo Fire Dept., 1261 Cabrillo Av, Torrance 90501; 310-320-2332.

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Wed, Mar 12,
“not-music-but-worthwhile” pick,
in Pasadena:
6-9 pm  “CONNECT WEEKEND KICKOFF MIXER” is about meeting “the innovators, difference-makers, and disruptors” from the Greater Pasadena area and beyond, to celebrate the launch of “CONNECT Weekend,” March 13-16.
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It’s the inaugural citywide weekend of talks, panels, hack and code events, open-houses and mixers, and bills itself as “a unique opportunity to explore and learn more about the key institutions, companies and people in the vibrant tech and design ecosystem in the Northeast side of Los Angeles,” where “You’ll have the opportunity to connect with movers and shakers in Pasadena’s rich density of innovation and creativity, including entrepreneurs as well as the business, academic, civic and professional communities.”
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Some events are free, some cost.
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Full info is at the "Innovate Pasadena" site, at:
www.innovatepasadena.org/connect/

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Wed, Mar 12, in Culver City:
6:30-9 pm  Monthly “WEST SIDE HAMMERED DULCIMERS” gathering at Culver Palms United Methodist Church, room 6, 4464 Sepulveda Bl, Culver City 90230.
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Contact Barbara Gershman at bgershman@socal.rr.com

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Wed, Mar 12, in Murrieta:
6:30 pm  “THE SHAM JAM” OPEN MIC, hosted by HUNTER & SIMON, at the Shamrock Irish Pub & Eatery, 39252 Winchester Rd #145, Murrieta 92563; 951-696-5252; www.theshamrockirishpubandeatery.com

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Wed, Mar 12, in Santa Monica:
7-11 pm  THE GET DOWN BOYS play their every-Wednesday residency at Areal, 820 Main St, Santa Monica.
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$5 cover. More at www.thegetdownboys.com

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Wed, Mar 12, in OC (Fullerton):
7 pm  “STEVE NOONAN & FRIENDS,” including Jerry Wayne McFarland, bring old and new folk music to Bourbon St, 110 E Commonwealth, Fullerton.

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Wed, Mar 12, in L.A.:
7-11 pm  “IRISH TRAD SESSION” is a structured jam at Tom Bergin's Public House, 840 S Fairfax Av, Los Angeles; 323-936-7151.

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Wed, Mar 12, in South Pasadena:
7 pm  Weekly "WINE & SONG" tonight brings the delightful MARINA V,  the globetrotting pianist-vocalist-songwriter-composer, plus JESSE MACHT, and perhaps an additional pre-booked recording artist, plus surprise musical guests, and performing host BRAD COLERICK, all performing all-acoustic, at Firefly Bistro, 1009 El Centro St, South Pasadena 91030; 626-441-2443; www.WineAndSong.com
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No cover for the show, but the venue may try to seat you where you can’t see unless you tell them you’re there for dinner and the show.

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Wed, Mar 12,
“not-music-but-worthwhile” pick,
in L.A.:
7 pm  “IMAGINING THE CONQUEST OF MEXICO” at the Getty Center, 1200 Getty Center Dr, L.A. 90049; 310-440-7300; parking is $10.
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UCLA professor Kevin Terraciano explores how the Spanish Conquest of 16th-century Aztec Mexico was captured visually in books and prints, comparing the divergent indigenous and Spanish accounts. This lecture complements the exhibition “Connecting Seas: A Visual History of Discoveries and Encounters.”
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Wed, Mar 12,
“not-music-but-worthwhile” pick,
at USC:
7 pm  “TRUTH VALUES: ONE GIRL’S ROMP THROUGH M.I.T.’S MATH MAZE,” written and performed by GIOIA De CARI, Directed by Miriam Eusebio, is a “Visions and Voices Event” in the Grand Ballroom, Ronald Tutor Campus Center, on the USC Campus in University Park (L.A.)
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Admission is free and open to everyone. Reservations required. “Funny and insightful one-woman show… replete with hilarious characters...the story is riveting...go see this show.”—Curtain Up Nonbinary algorithms and sexism collide in Truth Values: One Girl’s Romp Through M.I.T.’s Male Math Maze, a painfully funny show about navigating the elite boys’ club of higher mathematics. Writer/performer and “recovering mathematician” Gioia De Cari brings to life more than 30 characters in an award-winning true tale that offers a humorous, scathing, insightful and ultimately uplifting look at the challenges of being a professional woman in a male-dominated field. Truth Values won the award for Outstanding Solo Show at the New York International Fringe Festival.
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www.visionsandvoices.usc.edu

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Wed, Mar 12,
Film Event,
in L.A.:
7:30 pm  “PAUL TAYLOR: CREATIVE DOMAIN” screens tonight at the Aero Theatre.
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It’s the Los Angeles premiere of a new documentary about Paul Taylor, co-presented by the Los Angeles Music Center with The American Cinemateque and Dance Camera West.
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This fascinating documentary offers a rare glimpse at the iconoclastic artist’s creative process. A discussion with director Kate Geis and former company dancers will follow the film, moderated by dance expert Sasha Anawalt.
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All attendees will be entered to win a pair of tickets to the live performance in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, and get an exclusive 30% discount code for tickets to the live performance.

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Wed, Mar 12, in VC (Simi Valley):
7:30-11 pm  SONGMAKERS twice-monthly “SIMI VALLEY HOOT.” Info and location at www.songmakers.org

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Wed & Thu, Mar 12 & 13, in Altadena:
8 pm  “TRIPPIN’ THE SIXTIES,” the wonderful show by BARRY McGUIRE & JOHN YORK, returns from the road to the Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N Lake Av, Altadena.
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BARRY McGUIRE stepped into the public eye in 1963 on the “Andy Williams Show” as the gravelly voiced lead singer of the New Christy Minstrels. He launched his musical career with the million-sellers "Green, Green" and "Green Back Dollar."
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In 1965, at the heart of the peace movement, McGuire went solo. His growing awareness of social hypocrisy was expressed in his third hit "Eve of Destruction" which echoed around the world as an anthem of the times.
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Three years later, Barry was cast as the male lead in the original Broadway production of the musical "Hair." Once again his voice was heard proclaiming the ideals of a radical generation. Dick Clark says, “When world events collide with “Rock&Roll” you get Barry McGuire.”
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JOHN YORK (THE BYRDS) is working with Barry McGuire in "Trippin' The Sixties." John is best known for his work as a member of the world-renowned folk rock/country rock group, the Byrds. His vocal and instrumental talents have kept him in the company of such musical luminaries as Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, Clarence White, Nicky Hopkins, Mac Rebenack (Dr. John), Doug Sahm (The Sir Douglas Quintet,) The Mamas and Papas, Johnny Rivers, Lightnin’ Hopkins, Rick Danko and Richard Manuel (The Band)……and many others. The TV show “The Place Where I Am Dreaming” featured John’s artistic collaboration with his wife, artist Sumi Foley. Recently, John has composed and recorded music for the lyrics of Kim Fowley on "West Coast Revelation." The duet "Redneck Ninja" highlights John's creative partnership with acclaimed songwriter Patrick Brayer. In recent years John has played concerts in Japan to enthusiastic audiences.
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Tix, $20, either night. This ALWAYS sell-out, so call for reservations or the waiting list, 626-798-6236, 10 am-10 pm, seven days. There’s more on the venue’s website, at www.coffeegallery.com

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Wed, Mar 12, in Venice:
8 pm  "SONGWRITERS' ROUND" brings performances by Sandra Piller, Jane Bach, Stefani Scovolo, and Gerry Stober, at WitZend, 1717 Lincoln Bl, Venice 90291; 310-305-4792; www.witzendlive.com
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What is a "Writers' Round?" It's a singer-songwriter event in which all writers take the stage at the same time to perform "in the round." A Nashville tradition, the in-the-round format encourages the sharing of songs, stories, lyrics, and music, as each performer can be backed by the others on stage. Plus, it allows for the audience to have an up-close-and-personal look at how these hit tunes and soon-to-be hit tunes were created.
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Wed, Mar 12, in Santa Barbara:
8 pm  KEALI'I REICHEL plays Campbell Hall on the campus of UCSB, 574 Mesa Rd, Santa Barbara 93106; 805-893-3535.

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Wed-Fri, Mar 12-14, in OC (Costa Mesa):
8 pm  TCHAIKOVSKY’S “PATHÉTIQUE” is performed by the PACIFIC SYMPHONY, Carl St.Clair, conductor, and featured performer James Ehnes, violin, in the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Hall at the Orange County Performing Arts Center, 600 Town Center Dr, Costa Mesa; 714-556-2787;  HYPERLINK "http://www.ocpac.org" \t "_blank" www.ocpac.org.
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Of his Symphony No. 6, Tchaikovsky claimed, “Without exaggeration, I have put my whole soul into this work.” It is beautiful, deep and moving. Also, be there when “go-to “Hollywood composer James Newton Howard’s (“The Village,” “Defiance,” “The Hunger Games”) Violin Concerto receives its historic world premiere.
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The program includes:
Frank Ticheli:  There Will Be Rest
James Newton Howard:  Violin Concerto (world premiere)
Tchaikovsky:  Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”
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Wed, Mar 12, in SFV (Chatsworth):
8 pm  ROB STALEY plays the Cowboy Palace, 21635 Devonshire St, Chatsworth; 818-341-0166.
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This is L.A.’s last real honky tonk. No cover, full bar, lots of fun. Go early for the nightly free dance lesson.

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Wed, Mar 12, near LAX:
8 pm  Weekly “GUITAROLOGY” showcase at Melody Bar & Grill, 9132 S Sepulveda Bl, Los Angeles 90045; 310-670-1994.

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Wed, Mar 12, in Ontario:
8 pm  “FULL THROTTLE COMEDY” at the Ontario Improv; there are 50 FREE tickets available as give-aways, at comedymadnessshow.com
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www.comedymadnessshow.com
 
 
 
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