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Photos: Go Inside The Hollywood Museum's Mother's Day Tribute to MOTION PICTURE MOTHERS
by Blair Ingenthron - May 14, 2023

The Hollywood Museum played host to a spectacular photo exhibit, for Mother's Day to pay homage to the matriarchs of the MOTION PICTURE MOTHERS organization and the most celebrated working moms in entertainment with loving and amusing images with their families. Check out photos from the event here!

Photos: The Hollywood Museum Presents An Acting Animals Tribute Exhibit
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 8, 2023

On the evening of April 6th, in advance of “NATIONAL PET DAY,” (April 11th), Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum, Donelle Dadigan, hosted a tribute exhibit to Acting Animals. See photos from the event.

Photos: Leonard Maltin Emcees THE WALTONS Cast 50th Anniversary Reunion at The Hollywood Museum
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 20, 2022

Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Bldg) brought the cast of TV’s most celebrated family, THE WALTONS, together at the Hollywood Museum for an afternoon of fun and photos with fans. Following a cast Q&A with emcee, Hollywood film and TV critic, Leonard Maltin, fans experienced The Waltons Exhibit, with full support and participation by Warner Brothers Archivists.

THE WALTONS Cast Reunite Publicly For 50th Anniversary At The Hollywood Museum
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2022

Just as families are preparing to gather in celebration of Thanksgiving … for many, the first time since the pandemic began … Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum in the Historic Max Factor Bldg) has announced that TV's most celebrated family, THE WALTONS, is gathering at the Hollywood Museum for an afternoon of fun and photos with fans.

The Hollywood Museum to Present an Industry Moms Mother's Day Exhibit
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 23, 2022

“For most, our mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend.  Our mother’s love is unconditional and only grows stronger over a lifetime,” says Donelle Dadigan (Founder/President of the Hollywood Museum).

STARS IN THE HOUSE to Host Game Night With Casts of LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE & THE WALTONS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2021

Hosts Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that they will host a special Game Night with the members of the original casts of two of the most beloved television shows of all time - “Little House on the Prairie,” and the “The Waltons,” in a fun-filled episode of “Stars In The House” Tuesday, September 21st to benefit The Actors Fund.

THE HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM SQUARES Extends Run Through August 10th
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2021

The proceeds will benefit the museum, which is currently the most recognized venue in the city as the 'Official Museum of Hollywood' and the go to for authentic Hollywood and entertainment history!

HOLLYWOOD MUSEUM SQUARES All Star Benefit Announced
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2021

On behalf of Donelle Dadigan, the staff at The Hollywood Museum and the entire production team for The Hollywood Museum Squares.

VIDEO: Watch a THE WALTONS Reunion on Stars in the House- Live at 8pm!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 7, 2021

Stars in the House continues tonight (8pm) for a reunion of The Waltons! The hosts will welcome Mary Beth McDonough (Erin Walton), Eric Scott (Ben Walton), Kami Cotler (Elizabeth Walton), Judy Norton (Mary Ellen Walton), Michael Learned (Olivia Walton), and Richard Thomas (John-Boy Walton) to reminisce about their time on the iconic 70s drama series, which took viewers on a journey through the family's lives for nine seasons.

Virtual Theatre Today: Thursday, January 7- with Wayne Brady, Laura Bell Bundy and More!
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 7, 2021

Today (January 7) in live streaming: Wayne Brady guests on Backstage Live, Laura Bell Bundy visits Ten Minute Tidbits, and so much more!

The Cast of THE WALTONS to Reunite on STARS IN THE HOUSE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 4, 2021

New Year, New Reunion!  Seth Rudetsky and James Wesley announced today that the new year will bring with it new “Stars In The House” reunions of some of the most beloved casts from stage and screen, beginning with “The Waltons” on Thursday, January 7 at 8PM ET. 

Author Services, Inc. And Galaxy Press Present Annual Writers And Illustrators Of The Future Galas
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2019

Author Services, Inc. and Galaxy Press will present The 35th Annual Writers of the Future and the 30th Annual Illustrators of the Future L. Ron Hubbard Gala Achievement Awards celebrating the winners of the Contests, honoring 12 writers and 12 illustrators from around the world for their excellence in the genres of Science Fiction and Fantasy.

Photo Flash: INCLUSION CRITERIA Receives Star Treatment, Leading Into its L.A. Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 14, 2018

This past week, The Sunday Moving Picture Show andf Nandar Entertainment hosted a private cast and crew private screening of the film 'INCLUSION CRITERIA' in the historic Charlie Chaplin Theater on the Raleigh Studios back lot, prior to the films LA Premiere on April 13 - 19 at Arena Cinelounge (6464 Sunset Blvd, Los angeles)

Award Winning THE POPE OF JOCELYN HOLLOW Opens at The Actors Group
by BWW News Desk - Dec 1, 2017

The daughter of legendary musician, Bill Pursell. Like her father before her, who performed at the White House for John F Kennedy, actress and singer, Laura Pursell continued the family tradition receiving her first national recognition, during a special engagement for Betty and President Gerald Ford. Since then, she has recorded 5 albums and performed with established performers including Earl Palmer, Al Viola, Don Most, Judy Norton, the Les Brown Orchestra and more. She reached international acclaim performing in St. Petersburg, Russia, Dublin Ireland.

Award Winning THE POPE OF JOCELYN HOLLOW Opens at The Actors Group
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2017

The daughter of legendary musician, Bill Pursell. Like her father before her, who performed at the White House for John F Kennedy, actress and singer, Laura Pursell continued the family tradition receiving her first national recognition, during a special engagement for Betty and President Gerald Ford. Since then, she has recorded 5 albums and performed with established performers including Earl Palmer, Al Viola, Don Most, Judy Norton, the Les Brown Orchestra and more. She reached international acclaim performing in St. Petersburg, Russia, Dublin Ireland.

Photo Flash: Hollywood Museum Rings in the Holidays with Celebrity Christmas Ornaments For Charity
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2016

On Friday, Nov 25th, President and Founder of The Hollywood Museum, Donelle Dadigan, hosted an eclectic and elite list of Hollywood entertainers who gathered to decorate Christmas trees at The Hollywood Museum, on the second floor surrounded by the current 'Child Stars: Then and Now Exhibit. Over 20 ornaments were signed and decorated by personalities, and in some cases entire casts, to be auctioned on ebay at http://m.ebay.com/sch/aminorconsideration0/m.html?isRefine=true&_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=&_mwBanner=1 to raise funds for A Minor Consideration (AMC).

'Under the Oaks' Live Music Series to Launch This September at Theatricum Botanicum
by BWW News Desk - Sep 1, 2016

Under the Oaks - four evenings of live music outdoors in the intimate S. Mark Taper Pavilion at Will Geer's Theatricum Botanicum, will play every Today, September 1-22 at 8 p.m.

Over 50 Child Stars Unite Unprecedented Gathering at Hollywood Museum
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 9, 2016

The Hollywood Museum has teamed up with over 50 former child stars to offer the public, for the first time, two exciting and rare experiences.  The 'Child Stars - Then and Now' exhibit will open to the public on Thurs, August 19th.  Additionally, a two day exclusive child star themed autograph show on Sat, August 20th & Sun, August 21st, that involves what may be the largest collection of child stars ever in one place, for a good cause - A Minor Consideration.

'Under the Oaks' Live Music Series to Launch This September at Theatricum Botanicum
by BWW News Desk - Aug 5, 2016

Under the Oaks - four evenings of live music outdoors in the intimate S. Mark Taper Pavilion at Will Geer's Theatricum Botanicum, will play every Thursday, September 1-22 at 8 p.m.

Dennis McNeil Returning to Martinis Above Fourth | Table + Stage, 5/24
by Tyler Peterson - May 5, 2016

Fresh from his New York appearances, the blue eyed powerhouse and San Diego favorite brings his brand new show, 'A Century of Sinatra - The Sinatra Songbook' to town on May 24, 2016.