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@Thisfunktional talks with Tanya Mordacci SHORT + SWEET HOLLYWOOD LATINO

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@Thisfunktional talks with Tanya Mordacci SHORT + SWEET HOLLYWOOD LATINO

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Festival director Tanya Mordacci talks to Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about the debut of “Short + Sweet Hollywood Latino!” The festival of short plays runs August 10 through August 13.

Mordacci discusses the wide variety of the topics that the plays deal with, being new to directing and organizing the festival and brings a surprise along for the interview.

“Short+Sweet,” the biggest, short-play festival in the world will present its first “Short+Sweet Hollywood Latino!” edition as part of the “Short+Sweet Hollywood 2017” season on August 10-13 at the Stella Adler Theater (6773 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028), with Bruno Bichir as its godfather.

The festival will include 13 10-minute plays in Spanish, English and of course, Spanglish that will range in topics, such as faith, immigration, infidelity, murder, treason, jugglers, hookers, luchadores and politics.

The main goal for “Short+Sweet Hollywood Latino!” is to provide a much-needed forum for expression for Latino talent, including Hansel Ramirez, Elena Rojas, Fernanda Kelly, Orlette Ruiz among many other film, TV and theater actors, writers and directors.

Recognizing the endeavor’s importance many celebrity guests will be attending to lend their support.

The program will be divided into two groups, ‘A’ and ‘B’ each day and will alternate order.
Grupo B:
  • Ramera
  • Cuerda
  • Blind Faith
  • The Man at the Next Table
  • El Vago
  • 10 Dollars for a Peso
Grupo A:
  • Inside Sex
  • Todo por un Shampoo
  • Cariño, ya que estás de pie
  • Gram
  • Aprender a Caer
  • Therapy
  • La Nube

The festival’s schedule will go as follows:

  • August 10: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Group A, followed by Group B)
  • August 11: 7:30 p.m. -9:15 p.m. (Group B, followed by group A)
  • August 12: 7:30 p.m.-9:15 p.m. (Group A, followed by group B)
  • August 13: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Group B, followed by group A)

“’Short+Sweet Hollywood LATINO!’ is fantastic, because it is the first short-play Latino festival being presented in L.A, a culturally-rich and talent-filled city. It will provide a forum for Latino expression and a space where all can melt together, while building a sense of belonging,” festival director Tanya Mordacci said.

Dates for the entire festival have been announced and tickets are available now for purchase.
To keep up with latest news, follow the festival on its official Facebook Fan Page.

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@Thisfunktional Attends ScareLA 2017, ScareLA Thrills with Halloween Fun in Summer

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@Thisfunktional Attends ScareLA 2017, ScareLA Thrills with Halloween Fun in Summer

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

ScareLA provided an exciting weekend of Halloween fun for the entire family with magnificent virtual reality attractions, theme park announcements for Halloween and many vendors to start the Halloween shopping.

The Los Angeles City Council officially proclaimed Aug. 4 as ScareLA, concreting LAs premier Halloween convention’s connection with LA.

From the year one, ScareLA attracted Halloween enthusiast to The Reef/LA Mart in 2013 and steadily gained steam.

Now in it’s fifth year, ScareLA opened its doors at the Los Angeles Convention Center making this milestone year the largest space for the con.

ScareLA Founder and Creator Lora Ivanova opened the convention on Aug. 5 by ripping through a caution tape ribbon with help from some eager zombies wanting to get things started.

One of the biggest highlights of the convention, John Murdy, Creative director for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios, Hollywood, talking about this years big mazes, which include “The Shining,” American Horror Story: Roanoke” and “Ash Vs. Evil Dead,” as well as announcing for the first time the “Titans of Terror” and “Titans of Terror Tram.”

The terror tram at Universal Studios Hollywood will include Freddy Kruger from “Nightmare on Elm Street,” Jason Vorhees from “Friday the 13th,” Michael Meyers from “Halloween” and be hosted by Chucky from “Child’s Play.”

This year’s SCARYWOOD housed some of the most incredible VR experiences, augmented reality and stage performances.

Freakshow Deluxe at the Dark Stage at SCARYWOOD attracted a large crowd as there were sword swallowers and contortionists, as well as audience members stapling tips onto a performer.

Gray Oddities Doll

Dark art and customized Horror dolls from Gray Oddities, check out some artwork at facebook.com/GrayOddities or instagram.com/Gray_Oddities, attracted some attention with some creepy yet cute and amazing dolls. The dolls are all hand crafter, some creatively created from the imagination and some made inspired by classic horror creatures. Special custom request are accepted with flexible payment plans.

The Dark Divas panel brought six talented horror industry females to the main stage. Actress and producer Jessica Cameron lead the panel which included writer Helen Shang, actress Naomi Grossman, actress Kristina Klebe, actress Emma Bell and actress Bel Deliá. They each talked about the path each has taken in their careers in the horror industry.

Family-friendly, and creative, arts and crafts and educational classes were popular with activities such as making Wonder Woman gauntlets were fun and enjoyable for attendees of all ages. Some arts and crafts had an extra fee for material, but were worth the cost.

Some of the talented people at the con meeting with fans, taking pictures and signing autographs included “The World of Aluna” co-creator Paula Garces, actor Juan Gabriel Pareja, actress Kate Tumnova, “The Walking Dead” Tell Tale video game voice actor Dave Fennoy and “Shameless” New Fiona actress Mary Kennedy.

Rocking the Dark Stage, “Rocky Horror Dance-a-long” got people up and dancing in the spooky SCARYWOOD.

ScareLA 2017 ended and left many looking forward for Halloween and a ScareLA 2018, fans can only hope until the next convention is confirmed.

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Music, Podcast

@Thisfunktional #Podcast – MUSIC – Dario Castro VERDE70

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El vocalista de Verde70 Dario Castro habla con Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional de Thisfunktional.com, de el ultimo sencillo “Ultimamente” de el album “Verde70.”

Castro hablo de traer el grupo a los Estados Unidos, la inspiración del videoclip de “Ultimamente” y lo que sigue para Verde70.

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El grupo de rock de Ecuador VERDE70 
lanza su nuevo sencillo “ÚLTIMAMENTE” 
La banda ecuatoriana se presentaron en Los Angeles 
el 18 de julio en el Hotel Cafe 

El grupo de rock Ecuatoriano presento su nuevo sencillo “Últimamente” en Estados Unidos en un concierto intimo en Los Angeles, California el 18 de julio en el Hotel Cafe.

VERDE70 recién lanzo el videoclip del sencillo “ÚLTIMAMENTE,” tema con el cual cierran la etapa de su cuarto álbum (homónimo VERDE70), el mismo que protagonizó su extensa gira de conciertos por Ecuador y Estados Unidos con el#TourLaEdadDeLaZebra y el #Tour15Años.

Por esta razón, la banda ecuatoriana junto a TFM CINE, LA PRODUCTORA y RADAR MUSIC apostaron por un material audiovisual de alta calidad para ÚLTIMAMENTE que resultó mezclado en 5.1 y formato DCP exclusivamente para el cine, el día del estreno, donde más de 200 invitados de prensa, fans y artistas disfrutaron de la proyección del video que ya está disponible en el canal VEVO de VERDE70.

La presentación del nuevo video en la gira “Últimamente” se llevó a cabo en Quito en dos fechas: 20 de junio en Cinemark y el 23 de junio en Gastrópolis; Guayaquil, Los Angeles, New York, New Jersey, entre otras son las plazas que la banda visitará entre julio y agosto, para luego extender esta gira de conciertos hasta diciembre del presente año.

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Halloween Horror Nights Tickets on Sale, Presentation at ScareLA

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Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights tickets go on sale now and on Aug 5 the powerhouse team behind HHN John Murdy and Chris Williams will reveal some of the details for this year’s attractions.

Along with the details of this year’s HHN the team will reveal a special surprise for ScareLA fans.

Tickets are on Sale for “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood Including its All-New R.I.P. Tour, Featuring VIP Guided Access, Gourmet Buffet Dinner, 
Valet Parking and Unlimited Front-of-Line Privileges
Featuring More Mazes than Ever, “Halloween Horror Nights” Begins on Sept. 15 and Continues on Select Nights through Nov. 4 Click Here for a Sneak Peek at the Horror that Awaits
and Here to Purchase Tickets

Tickets are now on sale for “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood, Southern California’s most extreme and intensely immersiveHalloween event, which kicks off on Sept. 15 and continues on select nights through Nov. 4.

Tickets can be purchased at HalloweenHorrorNights.com/Hollywood, and advance purchase is recommended as event nights will sell out for all ticket options, including the all-new R.I.P. Tour, the After 2 p.m. Day/Night Combo Ticket, the Frequent Fear Pass, and must-have Front-of-Line ticket.

​The new R.I.P. Tour invites guests in groups of up to 14 to scare in style with an exclusive VIP guide that also includes unlimited front-of-line privileges to all mazes and attractions, as well as a gourmet buffet dinner, drinks and valet parking.

​Guests electing to purchase the After 2 p.m. Day/Night Combo Ticket can enjoy the park’s popular daytime attractions such as “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Fast and Furious—Supercharged” on the world-famous Studio Tour by day, then step into the mazes and attractions located throughout the park to experience the terror of “Halloween Horror Nights” for one admission price.

​The ever popular Frequent Fear Pass allows fans, who just can’t get enough of “Halloween Horror Nights,” to visit multiple times throughout the run of the event.

The in-demand Front-of-Line ticket to “Halloween Horror Nights” is also available enabling guests to enjoy one-time priority access to all the mazes, attractions, the all-new Terror Tramexperience and new Jabbawockeez hip hop dance performance.

This year, “Halloween Horror Nights” features more mazes than ever, and with 29 terrifying event nights from which to choose, the scares are limitless.

Following are event dates: Sept. 15-16, 22-23, 28-30, Oct. 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, 25-29, 31 and Nov. 2-4.“Halloween Horror Nights” brings together the sickest minds in horror to immerse guests in a living, breathing, three-dimensional world of terror inspired by TV and film’s most compelling horror properties.

Following is a partial list of this year’s terrifying line-up, with more maze news to be announced soon:

  • The Shining, inspired by the iconic psychological thriller.
  • “American Horror Story: Roanoke,” based on FX’s critically-acclaimed, Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award-winning television series.
  • “ASH vs. Evil Dead,” based on Starz’s comedy horror television series.
  • “The Walking Dead,” Universal Studios Hollywood new permanent attraction inspired by AMC’s record-breaking television series.
  • The Jabbawockeez award-winning hip hop dance crew return by popular demand with an all-new, high-energy performance created exclusively for “Halloween Horror Nights.”

For exciting updates and exclusive “Halloween Horror Nights” content, visit HalloweenHorrorNights.com/Hollywood, like Halloween Horror Nights – Hollywood on Facebook; follow @HorrorNights #UniversalHHN on Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat; and watch the terror come to life on Halloween Horror Nights YouTube.

Giveaway, Movies

@Thisfunktional #Contest: THE NUT JOB 2 World Premiere Family Four-Pack of Tickets

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Written by Jesus Figueroa

The squirrels are back at it in “The Nut Job 2: Nutty by Nature,” in Theaters on August 11.

Thisfunktional has some family four-packs of tickets to go watch “The Nut Job 2” at the premiere in Los Angeles, California on August 5 at 11 a.m.

All you need to do to enter is like my Facebook page: ThisfunktionalLA, share the contest and message me your address.

I will let the winners know how to get their prize.

Each winner will receive each of the below items:

  • 4 – tickets to the premiere of “The Nut Job 2” at Regal LA Live in Los Angeles, Calif. Transportation and parking not included.

Disclaimer: Multiple winners will be chosen. Contest runs to Aug 03, 2017 midnight. No purchase necessary. Prize provided by 42 West.  Only open to the U.S., no PO Boxes or international addresses. Only one entry per household. Entries on behalf of another person will not be accepted and joint submissions are not allowed. We will not accept entries of contestants who have claimed a prize in the last 6 months.

TV

@Thisfunktional: FOX’s LOVE CONNECTION to Air First Openly Lesbian Contestant in the Show’s History

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Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

FOX’s TV shows have been breaking boundaries and paving the way for minority for the past few years and other networks have followed.

This Thursday, FOX’s “Love Connection” makes another breakthrough with it’s first openly lesbian contestant.

This episode features Liz Baxter, the show’s first openly lesbian single, who is sent on three blind dates with the hope of finding a love connection.

She then tells all in front of a live studio audience, as her dates also react.

One of Liz’s dates is not out to her family and comes out to them on national television.

Also featured on the episode is single Evan Jones, a networking engineer and photographer from Atlanta.

Don’t miss the all-new “Episode Eight” episode of LOVE CONNECTION airing July 27 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on FOX.

Movies

Trailer, Poster for BIRTH OF THE DRAGON

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Set against the backdrop of 1960s San Francisco, “BIRTH OF THE DRAGON” is a modern take on the classic movies that Bruce Lee was known for.

It takes its inspiration from the epic and still controversial showdown between an up-and-coming Bruce Lee and kung fu master Wong Jack Man – a battle that gave birth to a legend.

In Theaters August 25
#BirthofTheDragon
Interviews, Podcast

@Thisfunktional #Podcast – TV – Jackie Cruz ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK

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Actress Jackie Cruz talks to Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about the Blu-ray and DVD release of Season 4 and Season 5 premiere of “Orange is the new Black.”

Cruz talks about her character Flaka’s evolution in season 4 and the premiere of season 5, her new production company and her music career.

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@Thisfunktional Podcast – MUSIC – Dakota Gartner NAKED WALRUS

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Musician Dakota Gartner talks with Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about his band Naked Walrus and being part of Vans’ Warped Tour.

Gartner talks about the inspiration behind the bands alternative rock sound, being part of the incredible line-up at Vans’ Warped Tour and other tour stops Naked Walrus will be a part of.

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@Thisfunktional Podcast – TV – Johnny Briones SUPERHUMAN

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Contestant Johnny Briones talks with Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about being on FOX’ “Superhuman.”

Briones talked about how he prepared for his memory challenge on “Superhuman,” what his favorite experience was and how other people can improve their memory.

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@Thisfunktional #Contest: #AtomicBlonde Reserved Seats #AtomicSummer (in Multiple Cities)

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@Thisfunktional #Contest: #AtomicBlonde Reserved Seats #AtomicSummer (in Multiple Cities)

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

One of the most anticipated movies this summer “Atomic Blonde” opens in theaters July 28.

Charlize Theron stars as MI6’s most lethal assassin who is going through a ticking time bomb of a city simmering with revolution and double-crossing hives of traitors.

Thisfunktional has some reserved seats to give away in the following cities:
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        Chicago, IL
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        Dallas, TX
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        El Paso, TX
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        Houston, TX
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        Los Angeles, CA
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        Miami, FL
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        New York City, NY
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        Phoenix, AZ
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        San Diego, CA
7/26/2017      7:30 PM        San Jose, CA

All you need to do to enter is like my Facebook page: ThisfunktionalLA, share the contest and message me your address.

I will let the winners be surprised when they receive their tickets.

Disclaimer: Multiple winners will be chosen. Contest runs to July 21, 2017 midnight. No purchase necessary. Prize provided by 42 West.  Only open to the U.S., no PO Boxes or international addresses. Only one entry per household. Entries on behalf of another person will not be accepted and joint submissions are not allowed. We will not accept entries of contestants who have claimed a prize in the last 6 months.

Oscar® winner Charlize Theron explodes into summer in “Atomic Blonde,” a breakneck action-thriller that follows MI6’s most lethal assassin through a ticking time bomb of a city simmering with revolution and double-crossing hives of traitors.

The crown jewel of Her Majesty’s Secret Intelligence Service, Agent Lorraine Broughton (Theron) is equal parts spycraft, sensuality and savagery, willing to deploy any of her skills to stay alive on her impossible mission.

Sent alone into Berlin to deliver a priceless dossier out of the destabilized city, she partners with embedded station chief David Percival (James McAvoy) to navigate her way through the deadliest game of spies.

A blistering blend of sleek action, gritty sexuality and dazzling style, Atomic Blonde is directed by David Leitch (John Wick, upcoming Deadpool 2).

Also starring John Goodman, Til Schweiger, Eddie Marsan, Sofia Boutella and Toby Jones, the film is based on the Oni Press graphic novel series “The Coldest City,” by Antony Johnston & illustrator Sam Hart.

Kurt Johnstad (300) wrote the screenplay.

ATOMIC BLONDE
In Theaters July 28
#AtomicSummer 
#AtomicBlonde
Movies, Podcast

@Thisfunktional Podcast – MOVIES – Joey King, Press Day Audio WISH UPON

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Actress Joey King talks to Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about her role in “Wish Upon,” out in theaters July 14.

King talks about having nightmares when watching scary movies, the fascination she has with the theory of the multiverse and being part of both the DC Cinematic Universe and the Arrowverse.

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@Thisfunktional Podcast – MUSIC – Jose Pepe Martinez Jr. MARIACHI VARGAS DE TECALITLAN

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Jose “Pepe” Martinez Jr., miembro de el Mariachi Vargas de Tecalitlan, habla con Jesus Figueroa, @thisfunktional de Thisfunktional.com, de “El Gran Concierto De Gala del Mariachi.”

Martinez habla de la historia de el Mariachi Vargas, de querer ser nominado por un Latin Grammy y de traer la musica de mariachi a una nueva generación.

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@Thisfunktional Podcast – THEATER AND ARTS – Nik Nieves MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! AGE OF HEROES

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Performer Nik Nieves talks to Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about being part of “Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes.”

Nieves talks about the show having something for everyone, the training that the performers do and how the show has changed from the first run.

“Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes” premiered at the Staples Center on July 7 and made its run in Los Angeles through July 9 and now moves on to the next city in southern California. Check out this interview with some more cast members out: here.

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@Thisfunktional Podcast – MOVIES – Kelli Jones SABAN’S POWER RANGERS

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Costume designer Kelli Jones talks with Jesus Figueroa, @thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about designing the costumes for “Saban’s Power Rangers,” out now on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD.

Jones talks about working with the director to create an original look for each character, not basing it off of any past Power Ranger team and basing everything in reality.

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@Thisfunktional talks with Ashley Loid Olivier, Katrina Dincong MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE

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Performers Ashley Loid Olivier and Katrina Dincong talk to Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com, about being part of the new season of “Marvel Universe Live! Age of Heroes” performances.

The performers talk about their excitement about premiering the show at Los Angeles’ Staples Center, what made each of their parts exciting and how people of all ages will have fun.

MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! ANNOUNCES NEW SHOW AGE OF HEROES
FEATURING GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY AND MORE THAN 20 FAVORITE MARVEL SUPER HEROES AND VILLAINS

Super hero action, thrills and drama will soar, smash and burst into arenas across the country starting this summer with the debut of the all-new action-packed adventure “Marvel Universe LIVE! Age of Heroes.”

The iconic Marvel Super Heroes Spider-Man and The Avengers are joined by the Guardians of the Galaxy, including Star-Lord, Gamora, Groot, Rocket and Drax, in a legendary battle to defend the universe from evil.

The newest production from Feld Entertainment, the world’s leading producer of live touring family entertainment, will make it’s world premiere in Los Angeles at STAPLES Center on July 7, 2017.

“Marvel  Universe  LIVE!  Age  of  Heroes” will  be  playing  throughout  Los  Angeles  from  July  7–23,  2017  at STAPLES  Center/Los Angeles, Citizens Business Bank Arena/Ontario and Honda Center/Anaheim.

Tickets on sale to the public now for all SoCal shows. Tickets start at just $25.

“Our tremendously talented creative team and a nearly super human cast, have created a show that brings the grandeur of Marvel to life,” Juliette Feld, producer of Marvel Universe LIVE!, said. “’Age of Heroes’ creates an experience that immersesfamilies innon-stop action, creating movie-style thrills and jaw-dropping stunts that showcase the powers ofyourfavorite Super Heroes right before your eyes.”

Called on by Doctor Strange, the Guardiansof the Galaxy join “Marvel Universe LIVE! Age of Heroes” on a momentous crusade against the scheming Nebula who teams upwith the conniving and loathsome villains Loki and Green Goblin.

The incredible superhuman forces of Iron Man, Thor, Black Panther, Hulk and Black Widow will unite in clashes that pit student against mentor, sister against sisterand brother against brother.

Immersive video projection and cutting-edge special effects will captivate and transport audiences across the universe from the fantastical Savage Land to New York City and beyond.

Spider-Man and Wasp’s dynamic aerial stunts along with Captain America’s daring motorcycle skills will be on display in the ultimate race against time to save mankind.

“I’m extremely excited to work on Marvel Universe LIVE! ‘Age of Heroes’ and bring the talents and powers of these amazing characters with such dimensionality to life,” Marvel’s chief creative officer Joe Quesada said. “Audiences will be on the edge of their seat as they witness the outrageous stunts and fight sequences in truly a unique experience that puts fans at the center of the action.”

LOS ANGELES 
WHEN: July 7 – July 9

  • July 7 7:30 P.M.
  • July 8 11 A.M., 3 P.M. and 7 P.M.
  • July 9 11 A.M., 3 P.M. and 7 P.M.

WHERE: STAPLES Center–1111 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015

TICKETS: Tickets start at $25 each

Tickets available for purchase online at AXS.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXS-TIX or in-person at the venue Box Office.

*Ticket prices subject to change; tickets may be subject to service charges, facility and handling fees.

ONTARIO
WHEN: July 13 – July 16

  • July 13 7 P.M.
  • July 14 7 P.M.
  • July 15 11 A.M., 3 P.M. and 7 P.M.
  • July 16 1 P.M. & 5 P.M.

WHERE: Citizens Business Bank Arena–4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764

TICKETS: Tickets start at $25 each
Tickets available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000or in-person at the venue Box Office.
*Ticket prices subject to change; tickets may be subject to service charges, facility and handling fees.

ANAHEIM
WHEN: July 20 – July 23

  • July 20 7 P.M.
  • July 21 7 P.M.
  • July 22 11 A.M., 3 P.M. and 7 P.M.
  • July 23 1 P.M. and 5 P.M.

WHERE: Honda Center–2695 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806

TICKETS: Tickets start at $25 each
Tickets available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or in-person at the venue Box Office.
*Ticket prices subject to change; tickets may be subject to service charges, facility and handling fees.

“Marvel Universe LIVE! Age of Heroes” will travel throughout North America on a multiyear tour, including stops in Denver, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Indianapolis, Atlanta, Dallas, Miami and New York.

After North America, the show will embark on an international tour starting in 2019.

For a complete list of North American tour dates, locations and to purchase tickets, please visit MarvelUniverseLIVE.com.

Members of the media should visit FeldMediaGuides.com/AgeofHeroes for more information and download press materials including photos/videos. Stay current on the latest developments through social media by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube —@MarvelOnTour.

Podcast

@Thisfunktional Podcast – Lets Talk – Luz Avila LIBERATE: TU PASADO NO ES TU PRISION (Spanish/Espanol)

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Written by Jesus Figueroa

Autora Luz Avila habla con Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional de Thisfunktional.com, de su nuevo libro “Liberate: Tu Pasado no es tu Prision.”

Avila habla de sus experiencias que inspiro el libro, como empezar a cambiar su tu vida cuando necesitas dejar lo negativo en el pasado.

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Universal Studios Hollywood Introduces FlexPay, An Easy, Online Exclusive, Monthly Payment Option for Annual Pass Purchases

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Universal Studios Hollywood Introduces FlexPay, An Easy, Online Exclusive, Monthly Payment Option for Annual Pass Purchases

Universal Studios Hollywood introduces FlexPay™, inviting guests to purchase any one of its Silver, Gold or Platinum Annual Passes with the ease of all-new, low monthly payment options.

With an initial down payment, this interest free, online exclusive payment plan enables guests to spread their payments out while enjoying regular visits to The Entertainment Capital of L.A.

The three 12-month annual pass options available to purchase via FlexPay include the following along with key benefits (partial list). Terms and conditions are available at UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/annual-pass.

As the #1 tourist destination in Los Angeles, Universal Studios Hollywood offers unparalleled entertainment for the entire family and limitless fun for annual pass members.

  • Platinum Annual Pass:
    • 365 days of entry per year.
    • No black-out dates.
    • Front of line privileges at all rides and attractions.
    • Free Halloween Horror Nights ticket on select dates.
    • Free general parking daily until 5:00 p.m.
    • 15% off in-park beverage, food and select merchandise.
    • Exclusive invitations to special events.
    • Discounts on general admission tickets for friends and family, on Halloween Horror Nights tickets and at participating CityWalk locations.
  • Gold Annual Pass:
    • 345 days of entry per year.
    • Select black-out dates apply.
    • Free general parking daily until 5:00 p.m.
    • 15% off in-park beverage, food and select merchandise.
    • Exclusive invitations to special events.
    • Discounts on general admission tickets for friends and family, on Halloween Horror Night tickets and at participating CityWalk locations.
  • Silver Annual Pass:
    • Over 250 days of entry per year.
    • Select black-out dates apply.
    • Exclusive invitations to special events.
    • Discounts on general admission tickets for friends and family, on Halloween Horror Night tickets and at participating CityWalk locations.

This summer, Universal Studios Hollywood offers guests a chance to experience “The Wizarding World of Harry PotterTM” in a whole new light as part of its all-new “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts TM Castle,” which features a dazzling light projection display against the backdrop of Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Ahead of its just announced 2018 attraction based on DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda, guests will have a chance to meet many of DreamWorks lovable characters as part of its summer fun experience located within the park’s Universal Plaza venue. Characters include Kung Fu Panda’s Po and Tigress; Madagascar’s Alex the Lion, The Penguins – Skipper, Rico, Kowalski and Private – and King Julian; Trolls’ Poppy and Branch; and Shrek’s Puss ‘n Boots who will join existing characters Shrek and Fiona.

Non-stop thrills are literally around every corner: “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™,” “The Walking Dead Attraction,” “King Kong 360 3-D” and “Fast & Furious: Supercharged” as the grand finale to the world-famous, behind-the-scenes Studio Tour; expansive themed lands, including “Springfield” and “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem;” next generation thrill rides such as “Transformers: The Ride 3D;” and all-time favorites “Jurassic Park: The Ride,” “Revenge of the Mummy” indoor roller coaster and “WaterWorld: A Sea War Spectacular.”

More information is available at UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

Universal Studios Hollywood is The Entertainment Capital of L.A. and includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Recent additions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™,” Universal Studios Hollywood’s first outdoor rollercoaster. Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons Ride™” and the “The Walking Dead” daytime attraction. The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television studio where they can also experience such authentic and immersive thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged.” The adjacent Universal CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex also includes the all-new multi-million dollar, completely redesigned Universal CityWalk Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres, and the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert stage.

Movie Reviews

@Thisfunktional #MovieReview: BABY DRIVER

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Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

The fast-paced “Baby Driver” develops a great story quickly, makes use of every scene and captivates from the opening scene on.

The music can drive the movie on its own, but have characters develop and evolve through out the movie helps to get the audience invested in the plot.

Writer-directed Edgar Wright said that this was a story he had been wanting to tell for many years and it all started with music.

The diligent research he did made the story based on actual reality, but the pacing was driven by the beats of the songs.

The soundtrack helped him develop what would happen to each character and continue moving the story forward scene after scene.

Actor Jamie Foxx, who plays Bats, said he kept the music going between sets because it was important for the story, important for how the characters would react on screen and it made a difference when actors would need to hit queues.

Although the the cast have been on numerous sets for different projects, Actor Ansel Elgort, who plays lead character Baby, found the entire experience unique because everyone was committed to making this story exactly what Wright would be proud of.

Elgort also said that coming off “Baby Driver’s” set and onto his next project was difficult. He was able to play music between takes to keep the mood. His co-stars would look at him funny for playing music between takes as well.

After months of playing Baby and wearing headphones, with the scene’s music and sound effects playing, Elgort needed some time to decompress.

Actress Lily James paired up with Elgort well and was thrilled to play off of Elgort.

James brings out a vulnerability in her character which shows the trust she had in Elgort.

The movie seemed to be written for Elgort to star in, James said.

Actress Eiza Gonzalez and Jon Hamm play complimentary character which are only complete when they are together, and most of the time when they are on screen they are touching.

Gonzalez was interested in the fact that none of the characters tell their own back story, they each tell a bit of each other’s back story.

Hamm thought that by Wright doing that he was able to create the myth of each character and make Baby more of a legend, which works to bring compassion and some level of curiosity.

Music

Leyo, The Ford Motor Company Partner in New Musical Project

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FORD MOTOR COMPANY PARTNERS WITH LEYO FOR NEW MUSICAL PROJECT AND GIVE FANS A CHANCE TO WIN $30K TOWARDS A NEW VEHICLE

 

The Ford Motor Company and singer/songwriter Leyo have joined forces to help fund his new musical project via a BYGMusic social media effort and give fans a chance to win $30,000 towards a new Ford vehicle.

Beginning the week of June 19 until the week of Sept. 12, fans will have to respond to a series of call-to-action posts on Leyo’s official Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages (@OfficialLeyo on all platforms) in order to enter the contest. Official Link: bygford.com/leyo

Current Single “ENAMORADO”:
soundcloud.com/officialleyo/leyo-enamorado/s-hYRRd

Entering is easy.

Fans are to click on a link that will direct them to Leyo’s personal Ford landing page created by BYGMusic (available in both English and Spanish) and will then be asked to enter their information (name, e-mail and zip code) to become eligible to win the $30,000.

While submitting their information, fans will also be given the option to “Opt In,” agreeing to become a Ford Hand Raiser.

It is crucial for fans to “Opt In” in order for Leyo to receive the maximum amount per action.

Fans will also be asked to watch a short 30-second video for an additional five entries, for a total of 6 after submitting their information.

Fans must be 18 years old to enter the contest.

“It’s an artist’s dream to have a huge brand that you grew up admiring and still believe in, believe in you,” Leyo said. “Having Ford support my Latino culture and my artistry esta padridismo.”