The LA Auto Show 2025 returned with debuts from gas-powered favorites to latest EVs.

 WestHollywoodToday.blogspot LOS ANGELES (November 21, 2025)

Photos by Karen Ostlund.

The Los Angeles Auto Show 2025 returned with debuts from gas-powered favorites to latest EVs.

This year’s Los Angeles Auto Show, from November 21–30 2025 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, features more than 50 vehicles to drive or ride, to compare models, power-trains, and performance types, all in one place.

The show has more than one million square feet of exhibit space, featuring hundreds of new cars, trucks, SUVs, hybrids, and EVs from the world’s top automakers.
                                                                        

Porsche Downtown LA is participating in the 2025 LA Auto Show with a showcase in the West Atrium featuring vehicles like the 2026 911 GTS Hybrid, Macan Electric, and Panamera E-Hybrid.

Photo shows the Porsche 911 Spirit 70, which is a limited-edition sports car that celebrates the 1970s and early 1980s. It's the third of four Heritage Design models, each representing a decade from 1950–1980. Only 1500 cars are made.The Pasha pattern interior covers the seat centers, door panels, glove compartment, and reversible luggage mat.

                                       

Two Main Halls spotlight: Hyundai, Toyota, Kia, Honda, Volkswagen, Nissan, Ford, Lucid, Maserati, Volvo, Genesis, Chevrolet, Subaru, Dodge, RAM, Jeep, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Lincoln and Rivian, plus a special overlanding exhibit presented by OVR.
The Atrium spaces feature brand showcases by Porsche DTLA, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Fox Factory and Hyundai N & N Line
Outdoor plazas are transformed into immersive hands-on activations including the Scout Experience and test drives from Rivian, Toyota, Kia, Dodge, Fiat, Subaru, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep, RAM, Volvo, plus on weekends only Cadillac, Lucid and Faraday Future.

From rugged off-roaders and cutting-edge EVs to luxury sedans and high-performance vehicles, the test drive lineup reflects the full spectrum of today’s automotive landscape. Test drives are included with admission and remain one of the most popular features of the show.
                                                                        

The 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro has all-terrain tires, and an electronic locking differential for enhanced traction. It is designed for adventurous excursions and comes with features like a "Ground View Monitor" to see the terrain ahead, with help of cameras beneath the vehicle, along with pitch, roll and steering angle. Telluride X-Pro model has a hybrid power-train, which offers up to 329 horsepower.
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“There’s nothing like feeling a new vehicle come alive beneath you for the first time,” said Terri Toennies, president of the Los Angeles Auto Show. “At LA Auto Show, visitors don’t just see the newest vehicles, they get to drive them, compare, and discover what makes one the right choice for them.”

OUTDOOR TEST DRIVES 2025

Clean Power Alliance EV and Hybrid Test Track: Sponsored by the CPA EV SmartCharge Program. This one-mile loop outside South Hall will showcase over 20 electrified models across multiple brands. The following brands will offer test drives:

Cadillac: Escalade IQ, LYRIQ, OPTIQ and VISTIQ.
Chevrolet: Blazer EV, Bolt EV 10th anniversary, Equinox EV and Silverado EV.
Faraday Future: FF 91 2.0 Futurist Alliance, FX Super One
Lucid: Air and Gravity Touring.
Nissan: First-ever consumer test drive opportunity with all-new Leaf.
Volkswagen: Atlas, ID Buzz and Tiguan.
Volvo: Celebrating its 70th anniversary in the U.S., the legendary Swedish brand will celebrate with test drivers of its XC90, XC60 and EX30.
Gilbert Lindsay Plaza Street Drives: Navigating Downtown LA street routes. Guests can choose from over 30 gas, EV and hybrid models including the first-ever public test drive opportunity with the Polestar 4 electric SUV coupe.
                                                                       

Hyundai CRATER Concept stands for the all-electric XRT concept vehicle, not for sale yet.
The Hyundai Crater is a compact, off-road electric concept SUV that shows a future design for Hyundai's  XRT models. Steel-like exterior with rugged, angular bodywork, pixel lighting and with 33-inch tires. Key interior includes detachable side cameras that function as flashlights.

                                                                             

The Lucid Gravity, the new all-wheel-drive electric SUV has a three-row seating and up to 120 cubit as cargo space. It's the Lucid's second vehicle that offers a blend of SUV, with high-performance of a sports-car.

The following brands will offer test-drives:

Alfa Romeo: Giulia and Tonale PHEV.
Chrysler: Pacifica PHEV.
Dodge: Durango SRT and Hornet.
Fiat: 500e
Jeep: Gladiator, Grand Cherokee L, Wrangler and Wrangler 4xe.
Kia: EV9 GT Line, EV6 GT Line and EV6 GT.
RAM: RAM 1500 and RAM 2500
Rivian: R1-S and R1-T.
Subaru: Ascent Onyx Touring, Crosstrek Sport, Forester Touring, Forester Sport Hybrid, Impreza RS, Outback, Solterra Touring and WRX tS.
Toyota: bZ, Grand Highlander, RAV4 Hybrid, Prius PHEV and Tacoma TRD Pro

                                                                       

The 2026 EV Jeep Recon is an upcoming, all-electric SUV that is designed with a style inspired by the Wrangler. It is built on the Stellantis STLA Large platform and features a dual-motor  all-wheel-drive system under-body protection. It has a removable one-touch power-top for open-air driving. The All-Electric 2026 EV Jeep Recon is designed with removable doors, removable rear-quarter glass and a removable swing gate glass.

INDOOR TEST RIDES AND ADVENTURE 2025

Popular indoor test-ride experiences are featured at the Convention Center’s main halls. The inside South Hall, “Camp Jeep” features Wrangler 4xe, Wrangler, Gladiator and Grand Cherokee L  climbs and offroad style obstacles.

Also, in the South Hall, Hyundai’s all-electric IONIQ lineup is showcased for attendees to feel the speed and comfort of the IONIQ 5 N and IONIQ 5 Limited, as well as the IONIQ 9 Calligraphy models.

In West Hall, attendees can strap into Ford’s Bronco Built Wild ride experience, showcasing Bronco Badlands capabilities as they navigate an  indoor course, climb Bronco Mountain and traverse over challenging landscapes.
                                                                    

Volkswagen revived this year, the 1977 Volkswagen Type 2 Microbus named "Azul" which is a blue and white classic VW van, that gained attention for surviving the 2025 Palisades Fire in Malibu.

Tickets and more information at

laautoshow.com/tickets  

Los Angeles Convention Center is located at 1201 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA.

The Hollywood Museum’s new exhibit “Hollywood Goes To War” - A tribute to World War 2 Costumes in films.

The Hollywood Museum’s new exhibit “Hollywood Goes To War” - A tribute to World War 2 Costumes in films.

 The Bob & Delores Hope Foundation / Bob Hope Legacy

is the proud sponsor of this exhibit.

WestHollywoodToday.blogspot. CA  Nov.7 2025

By Karen Ostlund

                                                          

Bob Hope World War 2 Costume.

 “HOLLYWOOD GOES TO WAR” is paying tribute to Hollywood’s costumes in films during the World War 2, opening November 7, 2025 -  in advance to Veterans Day, November 11.

                                                                       

Audie Murphy's costume in TO HELL AND BACK.

Hollywood Museum‘s newest exhibition, “Hollywood Goes to War” pays tribute to Hollywood films – The entertainment’s influence during WWII in films and stories depicting World War II battles and "homefront" stories - including musicals and comedies, designed to boost the morale of families and soldiers stateside, and to the troops stationed overseas.
                                                                      

Oppenheimer Costumes.

Donelle Dadigan, founder and president of The Hollywood Museum said “The Hollywood Museum‘s newest exhibition “Hollywood Goes to War” features stars and entertainers from Hollywood’s  Golden Era, who starred in the popular and tearjerking movies of the 40s, who used their fame to help sell war bonds, along with many well-known actors. They appeared regularly at the Hollywood Canteen to entertain the service men, and performed in USO shows stateside, and all around the world –  in the Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines.

"This exhibit creates memories from of one of the most patriotic times in our country’s history.”
                                                                          

The Winds of War Costumes.

“Hollywood Goes to War” includes costumes, props and personal items from films and the stars estates, as well as historic pieces on loan from Tyler Perry Studios (Costumes from the film The Six Triple Eight that stars Ebony Obsidian & Gregg Sulkin), from Universal Pictures film Oppenheimer (Cate Blanchette’s costume), and costumes and personal items from Bob Hope, Jimmy Stewart, Humphrey Bogart, The Andrew Sisters, John Wayne, Errol Flynn, Bette Davis, John Garfield, Charlie Chaplin, Betty Hutton, Cary Grant, Anne Sheridan, Claudette Colbert, Gary Cooper, Jack Benny, Audie Murphy, Marlene Dietrich, Veronica  Lake, Bette Midler, Anne Sheridan, Claude Raines, Jack Benny, Geraldine Fitzgerald,  Ali McGraw, Polly Bergan, Rags Ragland, Larry Parks, Bette Garrett, Eve Aarden, Alice Faye, Jose` Iturbi,  Francis Langford, Martha Raye Ingrid Bergman, Conrad Veidt, Hector Elezondro, Hattie McDaniel, Janice Paige, Rose Marie, Esther Williams, Johnny Grant, Geraldine Fitzgerald and Hugh O’Brien.   
                                                                       

Among invited guests joining Donelle Dadigan included: Erin Murphy (Bewitched), Rex Smith(Music, Broadway and Film star),Kym Karath (The Sound of Music), Charles Fox (Emmy, Grammy award winning composer), Lee Purcell (JL Ranch/Valley Girl), Kathy Garver (Family Affair), Geoffrey Mark (Best-selling author), Meredith Thomas (Merry Gentlemen/Make or Bake Christmas), Grace Field (Broadway star, Jessie from Texas), Kathy Kolla (Arrested Development/VegHeads),Nancy Harding (Crown Prince of Christmas/Cheaper By the Dozen),Tyrone Dubose (R&B Historian/Unsung), Sassy Mohen(Award winning Director/Producer/ How to Hack Birth Control), Dani Ke’lly (Samba Queen/ Former Brazlilan Ambassador to China), Alice Amter(Big Bang Theory),  Jeannie Russell (Dennis The Menace), Danny Arroyo (Wild West Chronicles/Never Let Me Go), Avrielle Corti ( Wild Robot/ Fast and Furious series/Netflix/ A Christmas Carol), Melissa Neice Smith (Bold & Beautiful/Studio City), Darby Hinton (Danile Boone), Rico E. Anderson (Countdown/The Greatest), Eve Richards ( A Line of Fire/ Straight Shot), Lee Newman (Grandson of Jimmy McHugh & Eddie Cantor) and Nick Vallelonga (Two Time Academy Award & Golden Globe Award winner for "The Green Book”.  

The Bob & Dolores Hope Foundation/Bob Hope Legacy are proud to be a sponsor of “Hollywood Goes to War” at the Hollywood Museum. Throughout World War II, Bob’s radio shows were performed and aired from military bases and installations throughout the United States and theaters of war in Europe and the South Pacific. His first trip into the combat area was in 1943 when he and his small USO troupe – which included Frances Langford, Tony Romano and Jack Pepper – visited U.S. military facilities in England, Africa, Sicily and Ireland. In later years his itinerary included the South Pacific. Bob is also the subject of current WWII documentary, “Miles, Morales and Memories.”

MUSEUM INFO: www.TheHollywoodMuseum.com at 1660 N. Highland Ave., Hollywood, CA 90028

Asian Hall of Fame Unveiled Induction 2025 at Biltmore hotel Los Angeles.

WestHollywoodToday.blogspot CA  November 3rd 2025.
Photos by Karen Ostlund
                                                                   

 (Left) Ed Roth, music director with chairwoman Melinda Rogers and Chicago drummer Danny Seraphine, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Rock & Roll.

Asian Hall of Fame Unveiled Iconic Induction 2025, and featured an after-dinner concert by
"Rock & Roll Hall of Fame" Danny Seraphine & CTA at Biltmore hotel Los Angeles.

                                                                            

(Center) Presenter Frank Buckley with Sam Liu and son of Roman Gabriel Jr. LA Rams.

LOS ANGELES, Saturday, November 1 2025 was the date at The Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles to memorialize Asian Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Inductees.
The 21st Induction Ceremony was presented by Official Hotel Sponsor Millennium Hotels & Resorts, Official Media Partner KTLA and Official Designer TAO.
Proceeds of the event supported Asian Hall of Fame’s initiatives, to increase public recognition of Asian legacy, fund scholarships for women, and expand their mission to Honolulu, Silicon Valley, and New York for next year.                                         

Casino games at pre-reception, with Miss Asia Nicole Ho.

                                                                             

Fiona Ma and Cindy Huang.

Presenters of Master of Ceremonies were Frank Buckley, Miky Lee, Vice Chairwoman of CJ Group, Chairwoman Melinda Rogers, Chairman Charlie Zhang (Inductee 2023), Julia S. Gouw (Inductee 2023), Cheryl Burke (Inductee 2020), Andrew Moy of Wells Fargo Commercial Banking, Keith Hamasaki, Yi Zhang, and Adrian Dev.
                                                                   

A2O May - New Artist Award.

Asian Hall of Fame’s performers included Yoshiki (Inductee 2025), Hiro Yamamoto (Inductee 2023), Maki Mae, Ed Roth, Asian Hall of Fame’s Aukai Cain Dragon Crew, A2O May, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, and Compton Kidz Club.
 https://www.youtube.com/live/f3kJBeTbtvw
 
                                                                      

Andy Henry and Valorie Wiggins.

 CLASS OF 2025
Cindy Y. Huang, Founder, Green Rock Investment Fund
Dr. Soyeon YI, First Korean Astronaut
Honorable Fiona Ma, CPA, 34th Treasurer of California
Il Yeon Kwon, Founder, H Mart
Kwek Leng Beng Family, Hong Leong Group
Michelle Kwan, Olympic Medalist & Former U.S. Ambassador to Belize
Rika and Manu Shah, Raj Shah, Rup Shah, Founders, MSI
Roman Gabriel Jr., Legendary NFL Quarterback
Soo Man LEE, Visionary Producer
William Wang, Founder, Vizio
Yao Ming, Basketball Hall of Famer
Yoshiki, Cultural Icon
                                                                

 Il Yeon Kwon, Soyeon Yi and Soo Man Lee.

NATIONAL MERIT PRIZES
A2O May, New Artist Award
Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, Julia S. Gouw Asian Women In Entertainment Prize
Nicole Ho, Cultural Ambassador
Dr. Stephen Pu, Arts Educator Prize

ASIAN HALL OF FAME
was established in 2004, and is is a global ambassador of Asian and Indigenous legacy.
www.asianhalloffame.org

MONUMENTS is the new exhibit presented at The Geffen MOCA and The Brick.

 
MONUMENTS is the new exhibit presented at The Geffen Contemporary MOCA and The Brick.
On view Oct 23, 2025 – May 3, 2026.

WestHollywoodToday.blogspot October 24 2025
Photos by Karen Ostlund.
                                                                    

The statue of Matthew Fontaine Maury in MOCA’s “Monuments.

MONUMENTS marks the recent wave of monument removals as a historic moment. The exhibit reflects on the histories and legacies of post-civil war of America.
The contemporary artworks are borrowed and newly created for the occasion, removed from their original outdoor public context. The monuments in this exhibit are shown in their varying states of transformation, from untouched to heavily vandalized.

Co-curated by Hamza Walker, Director of The Brick; Bennett Simpson, Senior Curator at MOCA; and Kara Walker, artist; with Hannah Burstein, curatorial associate at The Brick; and Paula Kroll, assistant curator at MOCA.

                                                                         

The opening press conference featured MOCA's director Ann Goldstein, co-curators Hamza Walker and Bennett Simpson, and artists including Torkwase Dyson, Karon Davis, and Glenn Ligon.

  Following the racially motivated mass shooting at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, SC (2015) and the deadly 'Unite the Right' rally organized by white nationalists in Charlottesville, VA (2017), alongside Bree Newsome’s powerful removal of the Confederate flag at the South Carolina Statehouse (2015), the United States witnessed the decommissioning of nearly 200 monuments.
                                                            

Hank Willis Thomas’ installation “A Suspension of Hostilities” at MOCA’s “Monuments”  a 1969 Dodge Charger from the TV show “The Dukes of Hazzard,”

MONUMENTS features newly commissioned artworks by contemporary artists Bethany Collins, Karon Davis, Abigail DeVille, Stan Douglas, Kevin Jerome Everson, Kahlil Robert Irving, Monument Lab, Walter Price, Cauleen Smith, Davóne Tines and Julie Dash, and Kara Walker. Additional artworks by Leonardo Drew, Torkwase Dyson, Nona Faustine, Jon Henry, Hugh Mangum, Martin Puryear, Andres Serrano, and Hank Willis Thomas, are borrowed from private collectors and institutions.
                                                                            

Karon Davis’ sculpture “Descendant” shows the artist’s son holding a small Confederate horse by its tail.

The exhibition presents decommissioned monuments borrowed from the City of Baltimore, Maryland; the City of Montgomery, Alabama; Jefferson School African American Heritage Center, Charlottesville, Virginia; the Black History Museum & Cultural Center of Virginia, Richmond; the Valentine, Richmond, Virginia; and The Daniels Family Charitable Foundation, Raleigh, North Carolina. The exhibition highlights the gaps and omissions in popular narratives of American history.  
MOCA.ORG at 152 North Central Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

Admission to MONUMENTS is free on the first Friday of every month, with extended opening hours from 11am until 8pm. Advance reservations are recommended. 

Admission to MONUMENTS and other special exhibitions at The Geffen Contemporary is $18 for adults; $10 for students with I.D. and seniors (+65); and free for children under 12 and jurors with I.D.

The Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival, hosted by Tastemade, returns for its second year, Nov. 7th - Nov. 9th 2025.

WestHollywoodToday.blogspot, CA -
Oct. 21, 2025  By Karen Ostlund    #LAWineandFood  

The Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival, hosted by Tastemade, returns for its second year, of culinary delights from Friday, Nov. 7th through Sunday, Nov. 9th 2025.
This year marks a new chapter for the festival with the addition of Tastemade as its co-host, known for its leading food lifestyle brand and engaged audience on all major social and streaming platforms.
General tickets for single day and 3 days weekend pass are sold at LAWineandFood.com
                                                                   

The 2025 Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival will bring together a star-studded lineup of notable chefs from across the nation and Southern California for a weekend of signature bites and unforgettable guest experiences.

The event will showcase a lineup of the city’s most celebrated chefs, including culinary icons and rising stars shaping the future of LA dining.
All Chef talents featured Friday - Saturday- Sunday can be found at https://www.lawineandfood.com/talent

Featured chefs and personalities include Stephanie Izard, Gabe Bertaccini, Antonia Lofaso, Giorgio Rapicavoli, Brooke Williamson, and brother duo Michael and Bryan Voltaggio.
Attendees can also look forward to appearances from Ludo Lefebvre of Petit Trois, Michael Symon of Lola, Claudette Zepeda of Leu Leu, Rashida Holmes of Bridgetown Roti, Avner Levi of CENTO Pasta and Raw Bar, and Jazz Singsanong of Jitlada.
All 3 events will take place at The Barker Hanger, 3021 Airport Avenue in Santa Monica.

Friday and Saturday will feature GRAND TASTING events, while Sunday’s day session will conclude with THE FINAL BITE: Peroni’s Italian Affair, an Italian-themed celebration hosted by Peroni, the official beer partner of The Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival.
                                                                             

Sunday brunch will be Italian-themed celebration hosted by Peroni.

The Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival is proud to support Event Zero Inc., a non-profit organization focused on creating positive environmental and social impact in the events industry.

Recap of LA Times Food Bowl Night Market 2025, presented by Square.

 Recap of LA Times Food Bowl Night Market, presented by Square 2025.
WestHollywoodToday.blogspot.CA

Photos by Karen Ostlund, October 10 2025.
                                                                   

Thai Village LA Food bowl, outdoor patio.

The Los Angeles Times' LA Food Bowl Night Market, the yearly over 21+ culinary event was showcasing the best of Southern California’s cuisine. This year, presented by Square.
The 2-day festival took place on Oct. 10 and 11 at their new location, City Market Social House with two outdoor patios, downtown Los Angeles.
                                                                          

Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine MIENG KUM

The all-inclusive Friday and Saturday events featured unlimited tastings from over 25 restaurants and a Thai Village. Attendees rink selections from Maker's Mark, Spritz Del Conte, Deco,  Stir Crazy wineries and Hakutsure sake sampling.
DJ sets by KCRW Francesca Harding and product giveaways by Marianne's avocado oil.
                                                                        

Spritz Del Conte cocktails.

                                                                               

Lunasia Dumplings.

Among participating restaurants :

Friday, Oct. 10
Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery, AttaGirl, Boneyard Bistro, Crudo e Nudo, Dama, Ditroit, Farmhouse at Descanso Gardens, Fia & Fia Steak, Heavy Handed, Heritage Barbecue, Hummingbird Ceviche House, Jitlada, Lei’d Cookies, Lucky Bird, Mothers Tacos, Ozzy’s Apizza, Park’s BBQ, Perilla LA, Rossoblu, Villa’s Tacos and Wanderlust Creamery.
                                                                              

Emporium Thai chicken and Blue Elephant's mango sticky rice.

Saturday, Oct. 11
All About the Cinnamon, American Beauty & the Win-Dow, Baekjeong KBBQ, Baroo, Borekas Sephardic Pastries, The Brothers Sushi, Cobi’s, Domestic, East Side Cheesecakes, Evil Cooks, Fiorelli Pizza, Hamasaku, Heng Heng Chicken Rice, Holbox, Holy Basil, The Lonely Oyster, Love & Salt, Luv2eat Thai Bistro, OyBar, Pawn Shop and SoulPhil.
                                                                          

Wanderlust Creamery.

L.A. Regional Food Bank was the 2025 charity partner for Food Bowl Night Market and Square was the festival’s presenting sponsor.

Other sponsors included Cathay Pacific, Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine and Thai SELECT.  
                                                                        

Cathay Pacific photo-booth with signature cocktail Cloud 9 (Vodka, Cointreau, Sprite) served at 30.000 feet.

 lafoodbowl.com  @LAfoodbowl  #LAfoodbowl

THE MUSICAL “ECHOES OF OUR ANCESTORS” MADE DEBUT AT THE GREEK THEATRE IN LA.

 THE MUSICAL “ECHOES OF OUR ANCESTORS” MADE DEBUT
 AT THE GREEK THEATRE IN LA.
 
Trailer
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=t8QzwAKHlIQ


                                                                        

 "People of Ar Productions and Oscar Gold Productions joined forces once again to
present Echoes of Our Ancestors at the Greek theater. They continue to share the mission of bringing Armenian culture to the world through powerful storytelling”.
                                                                  

Internationally Maestro Sergey Smbatyan presented a blend of live orchestral music,
traditional Armenian folk melodies, together with dance, and symbolic storytelling.
 

By Karen Ostlund  September 14th  2025

WestHollywoodToday. blogspot, CA —  People of Armenian Cultural
Foundation, in association with USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies,
presented the world premiere of Echoes of Our Ancestors, September 12th at the Greek theater, which is a musical and visual experience uniting global Armenian artistry on one of the world’s most iconic stages.

The historic Greek theater was transformed into a sacred space of cultural memory and celebration.  
For the first time in history, a full-scale musical production was created to tell the story of
the Armenian people. This landmark performance marked the beginning of a cultural journey that may travel around the world — teaching audiences everywhere about Armenia’s rich history through music, dance and storytelling.
 
“This is more than a performance — it’s a powerful reawakening of cultural pride, a tribute to
resilience, and a stirring reminder of who we are,” said Producer Creative Director & Author of the project, Arman Nshanian.“It’s a ritual of return — for our people and for anyone longing to remember their roots.”
 
Asko Akopyan – producer of Echoes of Our Ancestors said “Echoes of Our Ancestors is more than a concert, it’s a cultural milestone -  For the first time, we’re bringing together world-renowned Armenian artists to tell our story on one of the most iconic stages in the world  at the Greek theater. This premiere performance is the beginning of a journey we hope to share globally, carrying out history, music, and dance to audiences everywhere.”

AMONG GUESTS ATTENDING WERE : BAIL LING (WEREWOLF  GAME), SOFIA MILOS (SOPRANOS/ CSI:MIAMI), KATE LINDER (YOUNG & THE RESTLESS), MARIA CONCHITA ALONSO (MUSIC STAR), CAROL CONNORS (OSCAR, GOLDEN GLOBE, EMMY, GRAMMY NOMINATED SONGWRITER), DAVID LONGORIA 2025 GRAMMY WINNER), KATHY KOLLA (ARRESTED DEVELOPMENT), PAULA LABEREDAS, (CELEBRITY ATTORNEY), TERRY C. CARNEY (ICE T FILM OUT NOW) AND DIANA ELLIS (REALTY STAR/ PHILANTHROPIST).
 

Carol Connors.

 A Star-Studded Lineup of Armenian Talent “Echoes of Our Ancestors" featured a dynamic cast of celebrated Armenian performers,
including Serj Tankian, Tigran Hamasyan, Sebu, Inga & Anush, Sona Rubenyan, Nune
Yesayan, Sevak Amroyan, Armen Movsisyan, Suren Arustamyan, Karnig Sarkissian,
Isabel Bayrakdarian, and Barseg Tumanyan.
                                                                  

The evening also showcased the exceptional voices of the Haikian Chamber Choir, and
Zvartnots Dance Ensemble, with a special performance by Ludvig Ispiryan and composer
Andranik Berberyan.


Behind the scenes, the creative team included:
● Arman Nshanian – CEO and Creative Director of People of Ar Cultural Foundation
● Asko Akopyan – CFO and Producer, People of Ar Cultural Foundation ● Sylvia
Kavoukjian – Board of Directors, People of Ar Foundation
 https://peopleofar.org/
                                                                   

Karen Ostlund reported on Echoes Of Our Ancestors.

About People of Ar Cultural Foundation:
People of Ar is a cultural foundation committed to elevating Armenian voices through powerful
artistic productions that inspire global connection, remembrance and pride.
In Association With - USC Dornsife Institute of Armenian Studies, is dedicated to fostering
academic and cultural engagement with Armenian heritage and history