It’s LAGFF time!!! The 2nd Los Angeles Greek Film Festival is proud to announce its second annual run scheduled for June 25-29, 2008.

The Los Angeles Greek Film Festival (LAGFF) is a nonprofit organization devoted to promoting Greek cinema, bridging the gap between Greek filmmakers and Hollywood and highlighting Greek contributions to the American film industry.

The Festival will take place at the Linwood Dunn Theater and the Egyptian Theater, both in Hollywood. LAGFF will kick off with an Opening Night Gala after a screening of Zorba the Greek, the first run of this much loved film in Los Angeles in many years. Over the course of five days it will showcase a combination of features, shorts and documentaries from and about Greece. Filmmakers will be invited to present their films in person and participate in discussions with the audiences. On Saturday, June 28th we will be hosting a panel for invited writers on how to adapt classic Greek myths into screenplays. The Festival will conclude with a Closing Night Gala announcing the winners of the Orpheus Awards for the best film, documentary, and short shown at the Festival.

Furthermore, this year the Festival will be hosting a Tribute ceremony celebrating the work of the late director John Cassavetes at the Linwood Dunn Theater on Friday, June 27. Cassavetes former wife and world-renowned actress Gena Rowlands will receive the Tribute on his behalf.

Among Greek based sponsors and supporters of the Festival the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Greek Film Center, Wonderful Greece, and Bank of Cyprus. Other sponsors include so far Imperial Media, Daphne’s Restaurants, Metaxa and many individual sponsors.

For program, more details and info on how to attend the opening and closing events visit: www.lagreekfilmfestival.org

The Center for the Visual & Performing Arts is presenting Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. This children's classic literature stage play was written by renown archaeologist Dr. Gary Stickle who was the inspiration for movie character Indiana Jones. Using authentic costumes and Greek art, this play follows the adventures of King Odysseus and his crew after the Trojan Wars as they try to return home while being waylayed by the cylops, sirens and other mythical characters. Cici Lau is producer and director.

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2008 - 4pm

Location: 1850 Hellman Ave, Alhambra, CA 91803 (near Fremont Ave) in the Fellowship Hall of Sage Granada Park United Methodist Church

Refreshments: Starbucks coffee and Amy's Famous Baklava

Admission Donation: $10.adults and $5.children

More information: www.sgpumcarts.org or call (626) 230 5435

 
Millions of viewers watched DeAnna Pappas, 26, suffer through a painful, last-minute rejection by Brad Womack on the last season of “The Bachelor” -- earning her the sympathy of women everywhere. Now DeAnna will have the last laugh as the tables are turned and she gets to choose from among 25 bachelors in her own bid for true love, when “The Bachelorette” returns to the ABC lineup this summer. This is the fourth edition of the female version of ABC’s popular romance reality series.

The brunette, brown-eyed real estate agent from Neunan, Georgia, became an immediate fan favorite and she was the final woman remaining on the finale of “The Bachelor” in November. The ending proved to be a huge shocker, though, when Womack didn’t select any woman – the first time in “Bachelor” history.

DeAnna demonstrated her assertiveness and independent nature during the series, setting her apart from the other women. She also showed off top bartending and cooking skills, and additionally enjoys white water rafting and camping with her friends.

Also known as DeDe, the Campbellsville, Kentucky native has traveled all over Europe, putting her Greek ancestry to good use.

DeAnna Pappas, is of Greek descent and would love to have some male suitors who share the same heritage. ABC has contacted GreekLA.com to help with the search of a Greek male candidate who is 25+, successful, single, charismatic, looking to settle down, and family-oriented. If you or someone you know is interested please contact one of the following Casting Producers.

Greek Los Angeles is proud to announce the launch of our new business directory. Greek owned or operated businesses are welcome to list their business free.

To list your business free in the Greek Los Angeles Business Directory simply register for an account on GreekLA.com by clicking here. Once you have registered, select the Add New Business link at the top of the  Business Directory page.

CAMELOT ARTISTS PRESENTS

CONFESSIONS OF A GREEK CRIMINAL

written and performed by
Greg Lewis

directed by
Robert Walden

Fridays 8:00PM / $15 / $10 Students
Oct 27th, Nov 3rd & 10th

THE BEVERLY HILLS PLAYHOUSE
254 S ROBERTSON BLVD - BEVERLY HILLS 90211

RESERVATIONS 310 358 9936

(All proceeds go directly to benefit Camelot Artists)
http://greglewisprods.com/gregory.html

NOTE:  This show has been cancelled!

Haris Alexiou in concert at UCSB

Friday, December 1, 2006 @ 8:00 PM, Campbell Hall

West Coast Premiere!

“Alexiou is one of the world's great singers, with a passion and artistry that few others can even approach.” Boston Globe

Adored by Greek fans around the world for over thirty years, the extraordinarily talented Charis Alexiou will seduce listeners with her charismatic voice and captivating presence. Alexiou has traveled throughout the world, from Greece to Australia, Russia to Africa, America to Japan, performing her seamless blend of centuries-old Greek musical traditions and laika, Greek popular music. Her incredible emotional range and remarkable style of singing, often described as Byzantine, has made Alexiou an internationally recognized superstar.

Admission - $45.00

For tickets visit UCSB Arts & Lectures

• Live Greek music by the OLYMPIANS
• Performances by award-winning Greek youth dancers 
• Cooking demonstrations
• Church tours
• Children’s games and activities
  

• Fabulous Greek Food
• Live Greek Music by Fotia
• Greek Dancing
• Kids Fun Park
  

• Fabulous Greek Food
• Delicious Greek Pastries
• Authentic Greek Beer
• Wine, Ouzo and Metaxa
• Live Greek Music
• Greek Folk Dancing
• Greek Theatrical Presentation
• Greek Gift Items
• Greek Cooking Demo
• Kid's Arcade
• Live Latino Music