Laughing At Terrorism: "Four Lions" Shows Us How

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"Four Lions" examines the effect of terrorism on our society through a funny story of would-be jihadis (Drafthouse Films)

VIDEO: British comedian Chris Morris has focused his satirical talents on terrorism in "Four Lions"

"Venice" At The Kirk Douglas Theatre: Hip-Hop Musicals Have Finally, Mostly, Arrived

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New hip-hop musical find its rhythm.

"The Yes Men" Teach L. A. How To Do Something, Anything

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Yes Man Andy Bichlbaum impersonating a Dow Chemical Spokesman on BBC News. (Photo Courtesy The Yes Men)

"The Yes Men" rallied up their audience at UCLA.

Geffen Playhouse's "Ruined" Tackles Tough Subject With Grace

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A tidy and compelling theatrical presentation.

LA Phil & Diavolo Dance Theatre Finish With A Hollywood Ending

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Last night’s program closed out the classical season at the Hollywood Bowl with an engaging meat and potatoes repertoire.

Blood, Guts & Dance: 'Titus Redux' at the Kirk Douglas

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Jack Stehlin as Titus performs an emotional scene with John F. Bocca (photo by Ed Krieger)

LA theater companies take a stab at portraying a modern version of over-the-top Elizabethan ultraviolence.