Articles by Casandra Armour

Artist Holly Shannon's Elegant Handcrafted Jewelry Shines

Acclaimed artisan Holly Shannon has collaborated with couture clothing designers and major brand names to create a signature style in sparkling accessories

Robin Mountjoy On His Career in Stage, Screen, and Music

Accomplished entertainer Robin Mountjoy is an award-winning writer, director, actor, playwright, musician, and songwriter. The multi-talented artist has follows his heart,leading him coast-to-coast to captivate audiences both on stage and on screen

Designer Donte Livingston's Successes and Strife in the Fashion Industry

Incredible luck seems to have lead Donte “Luxe” Livingston down a successful path, but it's his own inextinguishable talent that’s taken Donte from a fashion passionate Philadelphia boy to head designer at his own ready-to-wear costume line

Musician Omar Akram's Achievements in World Music

Omar Akram’s eclectic sound and fusion of multicultural inspirations have earned him sought-after status as a Grammy-winning entertainer and resident artist at the House of Blues—no small feat for an Afghan-American world musician

The Federal Bar's Premium Prixe Fixe Dinner

The extraordinary daily offerings at The Federal Bar are among the most choice California cuisine The NoHo Arts District has to offer. But my first Federal Bar fine-dining experience was a decadent four-course prix fixe menu.

Painter Brendan O'Connell and EveryArtist.me Enrich Children's Lives With Art

Painter Brendan O'Connell established his place in American art with reflections of our socioeconomic culture via his Walmart paintings. He has also made an impact through art education, as his EveryArtist.me movement continues to grow

HRC LA Gala Last Stop for Prop. 8 Plaintiffs Before the Supreme Court

The HRC, the nation's largest LGBT civil rights organization, today announced their 2013 LA Gala will celebrate the plaintiffs challenging Prop. 8 before the U.S. Supreme Court. The dinner is their last public event before they head to Washington

Ayn Cates Sullivan Encourages Young Readers to Remember Their Sparkle

An accomplished author with several titles on the shelves, a foray into children's literature has been a new adventure for Ayn Cates Sullivan, Ph.D. Sparkle and The Gift is her first children's book in a collection of five

TLC's "Plastic Wives" Hubby Dr. Ryan Stanton

Busty Frances Marques, with over-the-top antics like discussing her labiaplasty, may be the breakout star of TLC's Plastic Wives. But behind scenes it's her ex-husband, plastic surgeon Dr. Ryan Stanton that shaped Frances into the woman she is today

The Federal Bar's Decadent Four-Course Valentine's Day Dinner

This Valentine's Day, The Federal Bar in North Hollywood is offering a decadent four-course prix fixe menu prepared by Chef Shawn Dobbins, complete with choice of specialty beverages including craft beers, served in the bar's intimate back lounge

Action Star Amar Sidhu

Dermatological surgeon Dr. Amar Sidhu is not content with relaxing on the golf course amid the other successful M.D.'s, instead he spends his spare time on the silver screen as an action hero, as well as behind the scenes at Ancient Arrow Films

Art: The Privileged Series, A Provocative Depiction of Classism

A successful creative career over a decade long has culminated in Anthony Dortch’s current mélange of multimedia art; a provocative exhibit that mirrors life while incorporating it

Dr. Judi Goldstone's Modern Approach to Anti-Aging

Her research and application of Bioidentical Hormone therapy led Dr. Judi Goldstone to become a successful entrepreneur in her golden years, helping others combat aging with her revolutionary approach to hormone treatment and wellness management

Film: "The Prosecution of an American President" Puts Bush on Trial

The new documentary The Prosecution of an American President presents the premise that the U.S.’ 43rd president George W. Bush should stand trial for the murders of over 4,000 soldiers and countless Iraqi civilians killed throughout the Iraq War

'Secrets of a Gay Mormon Felon' the Unexpected Play From Author Kimball Allen

Through his play “Secrets of a Gay Mormon Felon,” fascinating Seattle playwright Kimball Allen has found unexpected relief in reenacting painful moments from his life and sharing their impact with his audience

Measure for Measure at The Whitmore Theatre in NoHo

Hosting another bold production of the Bard, The Porters of Hellsgate Theatre Company is currently staging Shakespeare's problematic comedy, otherwise known as one of his 'broken' dramas, Measure for Measure,at The Whitmore Theatre in NoHo.

A Bon Vivant Brunch at NoHo's Bow and Truss

A great central location for experiencing all that the Arts District has to offer, Bow & Truss’ appealing indoor/outdoor ambiance is on par with its attentive service and fulfilling, fresh approach to Spanish-inspired cuisine

Abingdon Co.’s Elegant Approach to Aviation Watches

The Abingdon Co.’s distinctive brand name reflects precisely the glamour, style, and efficiency of their chic line of timepieces for savvy female aviators and travelers. Pilot Chelsea 'Abingdon' Welch shares how she launched her line of watches

Darrell Wayne's KTHO Radio Showcases Classic FM Rock

Best known to rock aficionados as "Insane Darrell Wayne" on LA’s world famous KROQ, Darrell Wayne is now an entrepreneur using modern media to find a new home for that classic FM format, founding his own successful radio station, KTHO Lake Tahoe

Multimedia Artist Leah Devora's Eye on Society

Leah Devora Contemporary Art presents “Voices- Dating in the Modern World”, a multimedia art installation. Devora’s exhibit will incorporate real audio descriptions of the ideal soul mate, juxtaposed against modern art of personal ads

Plug In With Mind-Body Awareness Teacher Rick Gutierrez

Unplugging from the distractions of the modern world and plugging into ones' inner self, Rick Gutierrez, founder of Integrative Tracking, shares with his clients a practice of mind-body awareness

Walking Wolf Productions TV Launches Web Series Contest

Debuting in 2013, the new Walking Wolf Productions TV will launch its own original programming, including a new web series which will give aspiring creative professionals the chance to see their ideas come to life.