Ed Rampell
LATEST ARTICLES BY Ed Rampell
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‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’ film review: A must-see on Black history, arts, and politics
October 20, 2026This 100-minute historical chronicle of Black intellectuals and artistes is a must-see for those interested in history and culture, as well as those fascinated by the arts.
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‘Saint Megan’ review: Sharp play raises questions about religion and devotion over centuries
October 13, 2026Highly recommended for those interested in religious, political, LGBTQ, and free expression issues, as well as excellent acting, writing, and direction.
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‘Everybody to Kenmure Street’ review: A rousing pro-people power documentary
October 5, 2026A must-see film that illustrates: “The people united will never be defeated!”
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‘A Killer Night in Studio City’ play review: Controversial and somewhat entertaining
September 21, 2026The Hollywood lore behind this dinner theatre play may make you lose your appetite.
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‘Antigone’ play review: An amazing anti-Trump adaption with focus on resistance
September 15, 2026Arguably the theatrical event of the year for Los Angeles’ theatergoers.
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‘A Case for the Existence of God’ theater review: Well-crafted but ill-named play
September 11, 2026This is an excellent character study of two different yet similar men that is about friendship and family and loneliness.
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‘The Arsonists’ play review: Absurdist theater takes on evils of capitalism
September 8, 2026The "morality play without a moral,” actually shows us to always resist the authoritarian extremists, by any means necessary.
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‘Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom’ play review: A soulful and haunting must-see performance
September 2, 2026One of the best mountings of August Wilson’s 10 “American Century Cycle” plays.
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