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monuments in time:

ver a hundred years ago, a seed of the Pentecostal Movement was planted by a son of former slaves. In 1906, the establishment of this multiracial, rich and poor, young and old revival on Azusa Street in Little Tokyo led by Pastor William Joseph Seymour turned everything upside down in Los Angeles.

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“All the major churches were trying to figure out how to relate to it,” according to Cecil M Robeck, Jr., professor of church history at Fuller Theological Seminary and an authority on the Pentecostal movement.

Today, the seed that Pastor Seymour planted has created a multiracial movement throughout America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America. The Pentecostal church is one of the fastest growing religious movements in the world.

The site of the Azusa Street PASTOR JOSEPH SEYMOUR Mission involves another notable person of African American ancestry – Ms. Biddy Mason. Biddy Mason, a former slave, Seymour is one of the 100 most important who became a wealthy businesspeople, and the Pentecostal movement is woman in Los Angeles, founded one of the most important events in the the First AME (African Methodist history of the millennium, according to the Episcopal) church at 312 Azusa “Life Millennium Collector’s Edition.”

Street in what is now Little Tokyo.

She sold the property to William Yet the amazing story of Pastor SeySeymour which became the Azusa mour is hardly known outside of Pente- Street Mission. costal circles. The breadth of his impact on the world has not been fully appreciat- Knowing neither of the Mission’s ed, up to now, but the power of this river existence nor its historical sigORIGIN OF 1ST PENTECOSTAL CHURCH of faith, the historical and cultural impact nificance, Isamu Noguchi, a world-reof this faith is contributing to the dream nowned sculptor, convinced Mayor Bradof a multicultural Los Angeles and a world ley, the first African American Mayor of community.

Los Angeles, to build a plaza on the site of the Azusa Street Mission. A theatre The Pentecostal Movement is importhad been planned for the site. In 1980, ant to Los Angeles and America because Tom Bradley was able to convince the it was founded in Los Angeles and it is an Japanese American Cultural and American multicultural religious moveCommunity Center Board of Direcment with worldwide impact. In this retors to create a plaza on the Azusa Street gard, William Seymour stands shoulderMission site and locate the planned theto- shoulder with Nelson Mandela, Martin ater at its present location. The Friends Luther King and other great leaders of of Little Tokyo Arts (FOLTA) orchesAfrican descent in the 20th century. trated the project development with the LA RIVER BAPTISM Community Redevelopment Agency.

Tom Bradley believed that the strength of Los Angeles was the diversity of its people and he created an inclusive political framework for the City.

Mayor Bradley accomplished this by empowering ethnic minorities to become part of the City’s workforce through an aggressive Affirmative Action Program. Mayor Bradley brought the 1984 Olympics to Los Angeles, by then one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the world, where Olympians from over 85 countries were welcomed

by Angelinos.

In 1987, Pope John Paul II visited Los Angeles and was received at the Aratani Theater at Noguchi Plaza. A reception for the Pope was based upon a multi-faith theme.

A consultant for the Los Angeles Diocese, Father Vivian Ben Lima, explained the multi-faith reasoning: “The theological idea is that no religion is isolated, but each somehow affects all of the others.”

Over a half billion Pentecostals, worldwide, have been inspired by the amazing events that closely parallel the Biblical story of Pentecost, and that took place over a century ago at the Mission.

The Azusa Street Mission Foundation and the Tom Bradley Legacy Foundation at UCLA are working with the community to envision and implement the Azusa Street and SpiritWalk Promenade to help provide the soul to the growing downtown urban center and create economic development opportunities.

The dynamic forces that have brought people from around the world to Los Angeles continue today. The economic and social wake of Pacific Rim change is enhancing Los Angeles’ role in contemporary multiculturalism. An economic strength of Los Angeles is rooted in the dreams of its citizens and visitors from diverse cultural heritages. As a unique “birthplace of multiculturalism” the City of Angels has an opportunity over a hundred years later to acknowledge and build upon an origin of inclusiveness which was the Azusa Street Mission.

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8 DTLA APPETITE BY GREGORY PEKAR

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AKBAR

uring the 17th century, Akbar the Great was the third Mughal Emperor reigning over a vast Indian empire for nearly fifty years. Under his benign reign the royal court of Emperor Akbar revered the muses of music, art, dance, literature, philosophy, and also of cooking. In antiquity, many dishes were specifically created for the Mughal emperor and his royal court. Thanks to Kapoor’s Akbar Indian Cuisine located at the Southern edge of Chinatown, many of those dishes can still be enjoyed in DTLA.

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y the time of Akbar’s death in 1605, the Land of Akbar had tripled in size and wealth. In the eyes of his subjects, Emperor Akbar was an emperor truly worthy of divine status.

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Soon after came the first of Kapoor’s signature dishes, the Coco Lamb.

Beaming, Avinash revealed that it is prepared with coconut milk, crushed peppers, mustard seeds, red chilies and coconut powder. As we lifted the cream cheese naan with savory Coco Lamb bonanza for a first bite, Avinash informed us that the dish was once voted one of the Top Ten Dishes in Southern California, just one of many accolades the chain had gained over the years.

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The second course of Tandoori Chicken was sat down before us. This was as traditional a dish we could eat, dating back over 400 centuries to a time of primal aromas and tantalizing flavors, now coming forth from the rising flames of Kapoor’s Tandoori oven.

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It taste just like the Royal Court, alright!

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The Mural of Good Fortune

Sitting beneath a wall-sized mural of gold and pastel images laced in Indian antiquity, the first of several courses of nothing short of a feast was laid down before us.

This mural, passed down generations, reflects the happiness and joy of India’s past and gave the place a feeling of good fortune.

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The Cuisine of Akbar

Against the red wine, Taj beer and Mango Lassi sat heavy bowls covered with soft warm naans served exclusively at Kapoor’s Akbar; garlic and traditional naan, and Kapoor’s cheese naan filled with cream cheese, Parmesan, and cheddar.

Beside them, a sectioned dish of colorful chutneys; coconut, mint and vegetablepickle, each with its own perfect hits and misses of sweet and spicy.

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Lifelong Passion

In the late 1970’s, Los Angeles had only a handful of Indian Cuisine restaurants.

As we ate we found out Avinash’s father opened one of the first Indian restaurants in Marina del Rey. It was there that a young Avinash first began working in his father’s business when he was just seventeen years old.

With a crinkle of his forehead, Avinash explained, “But, still, back in those times hunting was an elite sport for the princes of the court,” he continued. “They had many different types of food which aren’t regularly prepared anymore. Indian dishes like duck, venison, rabbit, and frog’s legs, were considered specialty items.

“However, if someone wants me to prepare those dishes I can easily make them to order with a little advanced notice.”

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The Spice of Life

As did the ancient peoples of Asia, Avinash knows that every spice on Earth has a purpose in our life and each one has its own unique role in cooking. Taste the finest spices money can buy at Kapoor’s Akbar.

Be it the turmeric which heals inflammation, the cooling effects of coriander and cumin, the cayenne that raises one’s heart rate or the Himalayan pink salt that helps the digestive system, used correctly they have been known for their healing powers.

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FLOWER STREET the cocktail at BARCITO

OF THE WEEK

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he year is 1906. The horse drawn buggies which are used to carrying heavy loads and people upon dirt ridden roads in the new city of Los Angeles are slowly giving way to the age of the automobile.

With every innovation tiny roads begin to stretch from their origins atop our hill lined basin far down into what is quickly becoming an epicenter of commerce for the west - DTLA. The tiniest of these roads has been named Flower Street. Simplistic and without the fan fare of Broadway or Main, Flower Street is becoming known for its variety of hotels and brick laden churches that house several different denominations of devote followers. Flower Street is purposely being kept modest while working behind the scenes to uplift the spirits of our earliest settlers.

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aybe that’s what drew us to try the tiny cocktail called “Flower Street” at Barcito this week.

Located at 12th and Grand, Barcito first gained accolades due to the young age of its owner, Andrea Borgen, and her delectable yet affordable menu items.

Dim lights, steady convos and happy faces keep the atmosphere festive. It’s Monday at Barcito. This means Happy Hour is all night and all of the drinks are $8. Plus, they come with a free trio of snacks.

Flower Street the Cocktail mimics the look of a cup of latte but it’s served in a 5oz Nick and Nora glass. Balancing itself atop its tiny stem, it even comes embellished with a bit of latte art, but the foam is from its egg white and the design is made with lavender-vanilla bitters.

Our first sip is tangy and at our surprise, incredibly potent. It’s basically a shot of Loft & Bear which establishes itself right away as the drink’s dominant component. This time, the vodka’s unique flavor helps to arrange one of DTLA’s finest cocktail bouquets. The drink is pretty romantic and a bit of a tease.

No matter how hard we try or how much we sip, Flower Street the Cocktail keeps its form intact. The floating lavender design taunts us, keeping its delicate arrangement until we finally tip the glass enough to put an end to its challenge.

Still, something tells us there’s a little bitter lavender flower floating perfectly intact far below, inside our tummies, to this day.

Because of its boldness, its ability to put up a fight and keep its composure despite our tremendous efforts, this tiny cocktail made our list of DTLA Cocktail of the Week. For looks, taste and creativity we give Flower Street the Cocktail an 8 out of 10.

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(3x Flower Street The Cocktail should break the ice)

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But Would Chef Avinash Do Modern Fusion?

Sure. Well, Chicken Tikka Masala is modern already, brought to India by the British.

Soon comes the Spicy Garlic Shrimp bathing in Serrano peppers, garlic, onion and spices. This is another signature dish exclusive to Kapoor’s Akbar. There’s a hint of sweetness. It’s tamarind.

“I also have a Keto menu for those who have a more strict regimen of eating or dieting. Why should someone deny themselves the pleasure of eating sacred Indian food when it can be taken in smart and in a healthy manner?”

Under his benign reign, Akbar the Great strove to unite farflung lands and its peoples by conciliating different customs and religions through mutual respect, marriage, and diplomacy.

After our meal, we followed Avinash to the kitchen to watch him prepare. The kitchen was small yet conventional with lit burners set beneath some really huge stainless steel pots. A simmering orange “First I imagine what the dish should look sauce was being stirred with a very large and taste like. Only then do I go into the ladle, bubbling almost to the rim, first kitchen and re-create what I conceived in caught our attention. my imagination.”

Then we saw the flames Avinash had at his command while making his sautés.

We were imagining the Chicken Kati We feared for him initially but then we Roll and ordering it next time. saw his smiling face and heard a chuckle,

Other unique recipes include Shrimp Goa Curry, Tandoori Chilean Seabass, Chicken Tamatter and Chicken Kati Roll as Avinash calls them, “Inspired”

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Healthy and in Good Taste

Kapoor’s will always update their traditional Mughali dishes to suit the dietary particulars of health conscious diners in Los Angeles.

“Our non-traditional menu is what keeps healthy minded people, who wouldn’t ordinarily eat Indian food, coming back. We have a large selection of vegan dishes which are always made to order.”

“We take the oil out of our food here except for the sauté,” he explained.

“We don’t use cream in our dishes at Kapoor’s unless it’s requested,” says Avinash. “The use of heavy cream in Indian cooking was also introduced by the British.”

“See I’m modern, I often use a wok for cooking certain dishes. It’s part of my non-traditional approach. A wok helps cook the food faster, keeps the flavor and nutrients in, and it creates a consistency that I like.”

Bollywood music plays on the screens of Kapoor’s. The afternoon lunch crowd and the early dinner seats serve smaller portions of Avinash’s mastered plates.

Lunch is served Monday to Friday and dinner is served nightly. Check out Kapoor’s Special Wine Dinner Events and Kapoor’s focused wine list. Desserts and refreshing lassis are served all day.

It’s Official – Kapoor’s Akbar would have been a wonderful divine muse of Emperor Akbar’s court.

Kapoor’s Akbar is located at 701 W. Cesar E. Chavez Ave, LA CA 90012. @kapoorsakbar

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55 SHORT FILMS

PUSH THE Boundaries OF DANCE AT CAL ARTS REDCAT

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al Arts REDCAT has announced its full schedule for the Dance Camera West Festival.

The film fest takes place January 9-12th at REDCAT, CalArts’ downtown center for contemporary arts and Automata Arts.

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oin DCW for four days of screenings that present 55 short, experimental and documentary films selected from a record number of 325 submissions representing more than 40 countries.

DCW2020 includes works from Asia, Europe and the Americas, that feature dancers young and old, tell stories and create new visions with the body as the moving image--once again exhibiting the best examples of work that expand the possibilities for movement composition by pushing the boundaries of dance beyond what is presentable on stage.

Featuring works by lauded choreographers like Edouard Lock, founder of the renowned Canadian company La La La Human Steps, renowned filmmaker Katrina McPherson of Scotland, a full evening documentation of Germany’s Sasha Waltz (Kreatur), Spain’s Sol Pico, as well as many up-and-coming dancers and filmmakers.

GO KELLY GO! As part of a plan to advance the evolution of dance film, DCW2020 will pay screening fees to all selected filmmakers, and has created prizes for the top films that include distribution opportunities with leading theatrical and streaming distributors including ALL ARTS, FIRST RUN FEATURES, ICARUS FILMS, and OVID.tv.

DCW is curated by DCW’s returning

Artist/Executive Director Kelly Hargraves, one of DCW’s original co-founders, and a dance-filmmaker herself. DCW created a diverse committee from across dance aesthetics, comprised of of TK NUMBER of contributors who represent a broad range of ages, genders, races, sexualities and identities who are prominent members of L.A.’s performance and film communities. There will be a distinguished panel of Jurors including David Roussève, and visiting artists Katrina McPherson from Scotland, and Edouard Lock from Canada.

Since 2000, Dance Camera West has connected diverse cultures and environments through its exploration of dance on screen, bringing hundreds of challenging and provocative films to Los Angeles from around the globe, effectively bridging the gap between the uniquely influential Los Angeles film community and the significant local dance populace.

Dance Camera West is one of only a handful of organizations that has been fortunate to partner with some of the most prominent venues and organizations throughout the Los Angeles area. Co-presenters have included the Getty Center, REDCAT at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Directors Guild of America, the Hammer Museum, and many others.

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“Screaming Shapes” Experimental Short, Sophia Stoller, USA at Cal Arts REDCAT

TO BE OR NOT TO BE?

DTLA THEATER GUIDE 24TH STREET THEATER 1117 West 24th Street, LA, CA 90007

Coming soon...

24th Street Theater is now preparing for 2019/2020 production season

DOROTHY CHANDLER PAVILION

135 N. Grand Ave, LA, CA 90012 COMING SOON...

COMING SOON...

“EL GATO” “ALVIN AILEY® MAYAMERICAN 4 - MAY 19 DANCE THEATER”

EAST WEST PLAYERS

120 Judge John Aiso LA, CA 90012

PRESENTED BY KAPOOR'S AKBAR

JUST 2 BLOCKS NORTH OF MUSIC CENTER ON GRAND AVENUE X CESAR CHAVEZ

BOB BAKER’S MARIONETTE THEATER 1345 West 1st, Highland Park, LA, CA 90026

COMING SOON...

“STRANGE SOIRÉE #2 AN EVENING OF SHORTS, PUPPETS AND MUSIC”

WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL 111 S. Grand Ave, LA, CA 90012

ON STAGE NOW...

“MEHTA CONDUCTS WAGNER + MORE”

AHMANSON THEATER

COMING SOON...

“ASSASSINS”

135 N. Grand Ave, LA, CA 90012 COMING SOON...

COMING “HAPPY SOON....

DAYS” “THE LAST SHIP” MAY 15 - JUNE 30

LOS ANGELES THEATER CENTER

514 S. Spring Street, LA, CA 90013

514 S. Spring Street, LA, CA 90013 COMING SOON...

“FOUND”

CAL ARTS REDCAT

631 W. 2nd Street, LA, CA 90012 ON STAGE NOW “Between Worlds” ON STAGE3 NOW...

MAY 6 WEST” “DANCE CAMERA

ROBEY THEATER

COMING SOON “THE WRONG KIND OF PEOPLE”

MARK TAPER FORUM 135 N. Grand Ave, LA, CA 90012

COMING SOON...

“WHAT THE CONSTITUTION MEANS TO ME”