Showing posts with label Annenberg Beach House. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Annenberg Beach House. Show all posts

Monday, February 27, 2012

Dance Ten, Looks Too....

One of my visitors to the Annenberg brought the following article to my attention:


http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/02/14/advocates-ask-why-do-asian-americans-go-uncast-in-new-york-theater/?smid=tw-nytimesarts&seid=auto

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Power of Stories

In case you missed me, I've been blogging at the Annenberg Beach House as their writer in residence.  I can't believe how busy I've been, how fast time flies, and how powerful story circles are.

Feel blessed for all the press requests.  I was thrilled when Jason Kehe, a journalist from LA Magazine, came down Saturday to interview me before my second story circle, a tribute to Marion Davies, her gift of comedy, "Be Revolutionary:  Stand Up and Laugh."

There were about 25 people, with a few latecomers, occupying the Sand & Surf room over the pool.  It was so much fun, bursting with love and laughter.  We shared embarrassing moments, worst dates/Valentines, favorite comics, and stories of how humor enabled us to overcome.  

Is comedy = tragedy + time?

Comedy that left turn?  That kink in your plans?

Participants thanked me for creating a safe space where we can connect, remember who we were, who we are, and where we want to be.

Sharing stories is like swapping spit, kissing.  Creates an intimacy and a longing that you never want to end.  So, as the clock struck 4, R & R invited everyone to their home in Topanga Canyon at a future date to be determined to continue our love and laughter.  Just like the first story circle, history repeated itself.  Independently, too.  R & R did not know that after the first story circle, E & S invited us to their home.

Behold the power of your stories.  Our stories.

Be there, Tuesday night, for 99% Guerrilla Literature, 100% Fun
 http://youtu.be/Da_8c2OVHt4

Monday, February 13, 2012

Hi, My Name is Lucy, I Live on the Second Floor

Couldn't help humming to Suzanne Vega when I saw this photograph of me, writing on the second floor of the Marion Davies Guest House.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Year of the Dragon

So yesterday I kicked off NewYear's Eve of the Dragon with Sichuan Mary.  I needed something to wash out the old -- bad news delivered Saturday night during my wine tasting party -- and ring in the new.  Something spicy, hot to cleanse the body and soul.


Today I learned that Colin Newton's article on me appeared, and hard copies will be available tomorrow


Also, my play WIDOW'S PEAK is a semi-finalist in the 8th Annual Lakeshore Players Ten-Minute Play Contest.  From 350 to 40.  Fingers crossed. 

I like to win, but then again, who doesn't?

Train Your Dragon :-)

Friday, December 30, 2011

New Year, New Beginnings, Get Lucky in 2012

Come join me in changing our "luck" in 2012!


We'll be on the beach.  Inspiring views.  Inspiring stories.  Inspiring people.  Click on link for more information.


Do you consider yourself lucky?  Why, or why not?


And it's FREE!!!  But you must RSVP.


http://beachculture92.eventbrite.com/