Calendar: Theater & Arts

Greg Critser
Ackerman Grand Ballroom
Today, noon Back away from the Panda Express line, drop the
Super-sized meal, and give Critser your attention. The UCLA alumnus
and author of “Fat Land: How Americans Became the Fattest
People in the World” has a lot to say about obesity’s
mass takeover in the United States. The man is well-versed in the
inner workings of the pharmaceutical and food industries. Come
learn what kind of disgusting ingredients are inside the food you
eat. Free and open to the public. Call (310) 825-1958 for more
information.

“The Shadow Box”
Secret Rose Theatre
Now through May 23 Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and a Tony Award,
this play explores the process of coming to terms with the death of
loved ones and coping with the terminally ill. If only they made a
film about coming to terms with graduation and coping with
unemployment. Tickets are $12 for students. Call (818) 754-1536 for
reservations.

Jewish Life in Ancient Egypt
Skirball Cultural Center
Friday-July 18 In its quest to exhibit very, very old scrolls,
Skirball will be showcasing eight papyrus scrolls acquired from the
Brooklyn Museum of Art’s acclaimed exhibition. The papyrus
scrolls serve as early evidence that Jews lived in Egypt long after
the Exodus. These ancient scrolls make the Dead Sea Scrolls look
ultra-hip. Free for students. Visit www.skirball.org for more
information.

The Bazaar at FilAm ARTS
Historic Filipinotown
May 1 This grassroots event features a diverse collection of art,
edibles, and performances. The Bazaar also serves as an outlet for
local artists. Free and open to the public. Visit www.FilAmARTS.org
for more information.

Thai Smakom Culture Night
Freud Playhouse
May 1, 7 p.m. The night will feature traditional shadow-puppet
theater with fusion music (Thai classical instruments as well as
modern guitars and congo drums), muay Thai techno and classical
ensemble and traditional dance. Free and open to the public. Call
(310) 825-7041 for more information.