David Alfaro Siqueiros: Muralist For The Future! August 10th Event at MOLAA is a MUST ATTEND EVENT!

David Alfaro Siqueiros, Muralist For The Future, is as relevant today as he was during his lifetime. Widely known to be the most controversial and political of the three titans responsible for the "Mexican Mural Renaissance" (The other two being Jose Clemente Orozco and Diego Rivera.), Siqueiros was an outspoken, workers' leader.

He fought in the Mexican Revolution, battled against fascists in Spain, was wrongly imprisoned and even had a hand in the assassination attempt of Leon Trotsky! Unfortunately, those very philosophies and forms of activism have both kept Siqueiros in much controversy and far from receiving his rightful attention.

David Alfaro Siqueiros saw art in the future! As a great artist and phenomenal inventor, Siqueiros made substantial contributions to American Art. Case in point: Did you know Jackson Pollock was a David Siqueiros disciple? He was. Siqueiros discovered, by way of experimenting with pyroxilin paint, a technique he termed as "The Controlled Accident" and which is precisely the foundation of Abstract Expressionism! And, this is not even the beginning!

Siqueiros was a pioneer in the use of photography. He studied profusely until he achieved the illusion of depth. The ideas and superheroes we see today (think Disney, Marvel Comics, DC) are based on Siquerios' super proletarian heroes (as learned by his very students).  He created art for billboards with the sole intent to make "art a part of every man, woman, and child."

David Alfaro Siqueiros is an Artist whose time as come; and, considering the state of affairs that we find ourselves in, David Alfaro Siqueiros is an Artist whose time is NOW!  In fact, this Saturday, August 10, 8:00pm, there is to be an Outdoor Multimedia Presentation by Gregorio Luke held at the MOLAA.

In this, their 12th Season, the life and works of Siqueiros with be discussed in the context of who he was, what he represented, and what makes him a man for today.

The "IN" Show interviewed Gregorio Luke on both Siqueiros and MOLAA's August 10th event. Luke, an internationally renowned expert on Mexican and Latin American art and culture, is eagerly looking forward to share the nuances that made up the enigma of Siqueiros. Additionally, there is to be some exciting information disclosed regarding a newly uncovered Siqueiros piece.

Siqueiros was a man for the people. He fought against indignity, inequality and the sufferings of the working man. As Gregorio Luke shared in the interview, all are invited to attend this show dedicated to the Muralist For The Future!

If you are interested in art, politics, and life, then come to the Museum of Latin American Art this Saturday, August 10 at 8pm. It wouldn't be a show without you.

INVITATION

DAVID ALFARO SIQUEIROS
Muralist for the future
Saturday, August 10, 8:00pm
at the Museum of Latin American Art
"Murals Under The Stars"

Event Schedule
6:00pm
Galleries and MOLAA Store open

6:30pm
Doors open to event, mercado (market) and food court

8:00pm
Presentation begins
(All images are projected life-size on a 1,800 square foot wall!)

Event Parking
Limited parking for this event is on a first come, first served basis in the MOLAA lot.
There is also off-site parking available at Franklin Middle School on 6th and Cerritos.
Security escorts to Franklin parking lot are available upon request.

Individual Tickets
Preferred: Members $25 /Non-Members $30
General: Members$15/ Non-Members $20
Students: $10
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Marvel's Iron Man 3 World Premiere

El Capitan Theatre, Hollywood, Ca - April 24, 2013: The World Premiere of Marvel's "Iron Man 3" - the event movie of the summer - directed by Shane Black and featuring Robert Downey Jr. in his iconic role as the fans' favorite billionaire-playboy-philanthropist, Tony Stark, aka Iron Man. Presented in RealD 3D.

This Red Carpet Event was held at the historic El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, CA, and the stars were out in abundance!

The Guests were a Who's Who of "Iron Man 3." Robert Downey, Jr, Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Sir Ben Kingsley, Guy Pearce, William Sadler, Stephanie Szostak, Miguel Ferrer, Shane Black, Drew Pearce and many more were giving interviews, posing for pictures, and keeping the atmosphere filled with anticipation.

Audi, a co-title sponsor of Marvel's "Iron Man 3" World Premiere, is featured throughout the "Iron Man" trilogy, and in Marvel's "Iron Man 3" the high performance R8 is once again Tony Stark's vehicle of choice. Tonight, to celebrate the film's World Premiere, talent and filmmakers arrived at the Red Carpet event in Audi's A8L TDI and Q7 TDI vehicles.

TCL and ALCATEL ONE TOUCH are co-title sponsors of Marvel's "Iron Man 3" World Premiere as well. So, be sure to to look for ALCATEL ONE TOUCH Smartphones and TCL televisions in the film!

Additionally, this event of the season was made all the more magical in that, from a world away, this wonderful night at the Premiere was sponsored by Skype which skype'd Troops into the Red Carpet to be unexpectedly reunited with their families and mingle with the Talent. Adding to the excitement, Troops enjoyed a simultaneous screening of Marvel's "Iron Man 3."

Marvel's "Iron Man 3" pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man, played by Robert Downey Jr., against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy's hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible. This journey, at every turn, will test his mettle. With his back against the wall, Stark is left to survive by his own devices, relying on his ingenuity and instincts to protect those closest to him. As he fights his way back, Stark discovers the answer to the question that has secretly haunted him: Does the man make the suit of does the suit make the man?

Starring Robert Downy Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall, Stephanie Szostak, James Badge Dale, William Sadler with Jon Favreau and Sir Ben Kingsley, Marvel's "Iron Man 3" is directed by Shane Black from a screenplay by Drew Pearce and Shane Black and is based on Marvel's iconic Super Hero Iron Man.

Iron Man first appeared on the pages of "Tales of Suspense" (#39) in 1963 and had his solo comic book debut with "The Invincible Iron Man" (#1) in May of 1968. "Iron Man 3" is presented by Marvel Studios in association with Paramount Pictures and DMG Entertainment. Marvel Studios' President Kevin Feige is producing and Jon Favreau, Louis D'Esposito, Charles Newirth, Victoria Alonso, Stephen Broussard, Alan Fine, Stan Lee and Dan Mintz are executive producers. The film is distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

Enjoy the photos and interviews from this fantastic event; and, be sure to visit IronManMovie3.com for more information on the film. You can also join the Conversation on Twitter at Iron_Man and like Marvel's "Iron Man 3" on Facebook.

Marvel's "Iron Man 3" opens in U.S. theaters on May 3, 2013.

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KÀ BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL AND MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT BRING EPIC STORY FROM STAGE TO PAGE WITH ALL-NEW COMIC BOOK

KÀ #1 Released to Fans at Comic-Con International in San Diego 2012

LAS VEGAS — KÀ by Cirque du Soleil, the spectacular production at MGM Grand Las Vegas, and Marvel Custom Solutions team up to tell the story of this acclaimed live production through an all-new, collectible comic book. KÀ #1 will debut at the Marvel booth (#2329) during Comic Con International in San Diego, July 12 – 15, 2012.

“To see our live KÀ performances transform from the theatre to ink on pages in a comic book is an incredible opportunity for our entire team,” said Marie-Hélène Gagnon, Artistic Director of KÀ. “By aligning ourselves with the premier brand of comic book creators, we have produced an illustration of KÀ that depicts the story very vividly and stays true to the plot. Marvel and its team of creators have been great to collaborate with and have embraced the story of KÀ and the expectations of Cirque du Soleil.”

“Marvel’s proud to bring the exciting, out of this world action and adventure of KÀ to life in this all new comic book,” said Axel Alonso, Editor in Chief, Marvel Worldwide, Inc. “This is a great comic for fans of all ages, whether they’re long-time fans of Marvel, KÀ or new to both exciting brands of storytelling.”

KÀ fans attending Comic Con International can take home the heroic journey of Imperial Twins separated by war who encounter adventure and peril at every turn on their quest to reunite their kingdom.

“What’s more jaw-dropping, the majesty of the Imperial Court…the dynamic dance of their martial arts display…the overwhelming might of the invading archer army…the desperate fight for survival in the storm-tossed seas…or the tantalizing glimpses at the future threats that await the Twins?” said Marvel Editor Bill Rosemann. “Readers can decide for themselves when they feast their eyes on the all-out spectacle that writer Bryan J.L. Glass, artist Wellinton Alves and cover artist Michael Del Mundo have crafted in this world premiere debut issue.”

KÀ #1 will be distributed at Comic Con International in San Diego at the Marvel booth in July. A limited amount of books also will be available at comic book stores in select markets. In addition to the print copy of the comic book, fans will be able to access the KÀ customized comic book by utilizing Marvel’s cutting-edge digital comics reader.

Fans can get an inside look at the making of the comic book by visiting www.kacomicbook.com. Featuring sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes information, including line art, storyboards and more, this site will serve as a hub for details on the collaboration. Fans will be able to receive information on how to get their own copy of the comic book. On Twitter, fans can tweet about the collaboration to @Cirque and @Marvel using the #KAComicBook hashtag.

About KÀ:

KÀ by Cirque du Soleil is a heroic journey of love and conflict set within ever-changing theatrical landscapes that conjure an entire empire on stage. Presented exclusively at MGM Grand Las Vegas, KÀ unfolds on a colossal, 360-degree rotating stage which forms the backdrop for this cinematic journey of aerial adventure and perpendicular acrobatics. For more information visit www.ka.com. Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/KA and Tweet us: @Cirque #KA.

About Marvel Entertainment: Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing. For more information, visit www.marvel.com.

To find a comic shop near you, visit www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook.