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Volume 10 Number 3 May/June 2015
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Sheriff McDonnell on Straight Talk
Jim McDonnell
Los Angeles County Sheriff
LA County Sheriff Jim McDonnell was
elected in November 2014 and sworn in
as the 32nd Sheriff of Los Angeles
County on December 1, 2014.
He joins us to discuss his plans for the challenges facing the
Department, including dealing with jailhouse violence and the
problems triggered by realignment and the passage of Prop 47.
Sheriff McDonnell is a Boston native who grew up in a work-
ing class neighborhood a stone’s throw from Fenway Park. He
came to Los Angeles over three decades ago with little more
than a dream to be part of protecting and serving the public. He
was born to immigrant parents who instilled in him the values
that have served as the guideposts throughout his life: hard
work, integrity and treating all people with respect.
Sheriff McDonnell served for 29 years at the Los Angeles
Police Department, rising to second-in-command under Chief
Bill Bratton, and then served for five years as Chief of the
Long Beach Police Department.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Our Thanks for 23 Years by Art Levine
Death of a Salesman Opens at LB Playhouse
Singin’ in the Rain Coming to MTW
Memorial Day Observance at Green Hills
Heir Apparent Opens at ICT
Around Town Photo Spread
Photo Focus on Grand Prix
Sponsor & Community News
Guest Column by Dr. Craig Smith
Sponsor Spotlight on LB Petroleum Club
T he Pageant of the Masters is arguably one of the most
unique productions in the world. Audiences are amazed
and enchanted by ninety minutes of
tableaux vivants (“living pictures”),
incredibly faithful creations of classical
and contemporary works of art, with
live people posing to look like their
counterparts in the original pieces.
The theme this year is The Pursuit of
Happiness. This one-of-a-kind theatri-
cal event features live narration and
original music performed live by the
Pageant orchestra. The Pageant takes
place nightly at 8:30pm in the beautiful
Irvine Bowl on the grounds of Laguna’s Festival of Arts from
Wednesday, July 8 to Monday, August 31.
For her 20th Pageant as director, Diane Challis Davy readily
acknowledged that her theme selections to have a surprising
knack for topical resonance. The Pur-
suit of Happiness seems to be con-
stantly in the news, with dozens of
books vying for readers as they ex-
plore concepts, strategies and modern
reinterpretations of what it means to be
happy. Recently, the release of the
film based on the bestselling book,
Hector and the Search for Happiness
stimulated heady discussions on the
topic.
This summer, the Pageant’s blend of
art and theatre will offer its own perspectives “It’s going to be
fun, entertaining and educational,” Challis Davy explained.
“Past and present sources of (Continued on page 3)
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happiness will be considered, and we’ll present
themes and memes that everyone can relate to.”
“The desire for happiness,” she continued, “is
integral to being human.
Today we share the same
basic wants and face the
same struggles as our
distant ancestors. The
need to be ‘happy’ is a
trait that unites us across
all nationalities, races
and religions.” Challis Davy added, “We are
living a fast-paced existence in the digital age.
Maybe this is a good time to slow down and
consider the ways in which art reflects the quest
for happiness in different eras and different cul-
tures. I think we will find we have more in
common with previous generations than we
thought.”
Challis Davy hopes The Pursuit of Happiness
will provide plenty of opportunities for beauty
and theatrical excitement. It will also have an
international feel thanks
to the inclusion of art-
works from other coun-
tries. Tributes to the
wonders of childhood,
the universal appeal of
dance and the exotic
pleasures of travel will
be complemented by
stories of love, family
and history.
Working closely with Challis Davy, longtime
Pageant scriptwriter Dan Duling was also excit-
ed about the theme, especially at the Pageant
where volunteer enthusiasm is integral to the
creative process. Director Challis Davy and her
staff realize all too well that their 82-year-old
production wouldn’t be possible without their
amazing and loyal volunteers, many of whom
travel from all over the Southland and return
year after year to take part.
Backstage at the
Pageant is truly
unique. Camaraderie,
a perpetually festive
atmosphere, and a
commitment to pro-
fessionalism in every
department result in a show that has been elicit-
ing gasps of wonder and delight from audiences
for decades.
When asked about what happiness means to her,
director Challis Davy responded, “Being crea-
tive and making artful entertainment.” After a
moment, she added, “Good health and the ab-
sence of worries wouldn’t be bad either.” Sum-
ming up her ambitions for this year’s Pageant,
Davy said, “We hope The Pursuit of Happiness
will be beautiful and entertaining, and encourage
our audiences to think
about the importance of
both joy and art in their
lives.”
On the grounds next to
the Pageant is the won-
derful Festival of Arts,
showcasing the finest
artists, sculptors and
craftsmen. This year they
are celebrating their 83rd Anniversary. Free ad-
mission is offered to the Festival all season long
with your Pageant ticket stub.
For tickets or further information, go to
www.PageantTickets.com or (800) 487-3378.
Pageant (continued from page 1)
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Death of a Salesman Opens at LB Playhouse
A n icon of the American stage, Death of a Salesman, will
be the next production on the Mainstage of the Long
Beach Playhouse opening Saturday, May 23.
This classic show was written by Arthur Miller. The produc-
tion will be directed by experienced Playhouse director Carl
daSilva. The Playhouse is
excited to work with Carl to
bring Miller's classic drama
to the Mainstage.
The role of Willy Loman will
be taken on by Karl Schott.
Karl has appeared on the LB
Playhouse stages numerous
times and has been directed
by Carl previously in
'Waiting for Godot'. Teamed up again for another classic, a
dynamic performance is sure to occur.
The rest of the Loman family include, Harriet Whitmyer as
Willy's wife Linda, with John Conway as older son Biff and
Zackary Salene as younger son Happy.
LB Playhouse Executive Producing/Artistic Director Andrew
Vonderschmitt, stated he is " thr illed to be producing the
epitome of modern American drama. Our Loman family is a
strong batch of actors who will bring Miller's words to life in
terrific and interesting ways."
Willy Loman has become the quintessential image of the trav-
eling salesman, forever chasing his dream of success, but al-
ways falling short of true contentment and happiness.
Presented in a series of
dreamlike flashbacks, we see
the failing philosophy of
Willy’s life, even as he stub-
bornly hangs onto the need to
be liked. Seeing his failed
dreams reflected back from
his sons, his hopes and re-
grets are shared by everyone
who has questioned life
choices. This is truly a thrilling work of deep and revealing
beauty by one of the true masters of American Drama.
The Honorary Producers of Death of a Salesman are Marlene
Temple and Art Levine.
Death of a Salesman runs May 23 through June 20. For tick-
ets or further information, call (562) 494-1014 or visit
www.lbplayhouse.org.
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M usical Theatre West (MTW) is Singin’ in the Rain July
10-26 at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center. Fea-
turing all of the beloved songs, splashy dance numbers, and
comedic antics, this two-time Tony nominated musical deliv-
ers the best of the beloved film, live on stage.
Based on what is recognized as the
“Greatest Movie Musical of All Time" by
the American Film Institute, the stage ver-
sion of Singin’ in the Rain is faithfully and
lovingly adapted by Broadway legends
Betty Comden and Adolph Green with
songs by Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur
Freed. Brought to life is each unforgetta-
ble scene, song, and dance, including the
show-stopping title number, complete with
an onstage rainstorm! Audiences of all ag-
es can sing along and relive the classic
music from the iconic "Singin' in the Rain"
to the footloose and fancy free "Make 'Em
Laugh" and "Good Mornin'."
Singin’ in the Rain has all the makings of a 1920’s Tinseltown
tabloid headline - the starlet, the leading man, and a love af-
fair that could change lives and make or break careers! In
silent movies, Don Lockwood and Lina Lamont sizzle, but
behind the scenes things aren't always as they appear on the
silver screen. Lina's squeaky voice might be the end of her
career in "talking pictures" without the help of a talented
young actress to do the talking and singing for her.
Adapted faithfully from the 1952 movie of the same name,
the stage version made a splash on the West End in 1983.
Two years late the show opened on Broad-
way, under the direction and choreo-
graphed by Twyla Tharp, and went on to
earn Tony nominations for “Best Book of a
Musical” and “Best Performance by a
Leading Actor in a Musical.” For the 2000
London revival, the musical took home
The Laurence Olivier Award Best Musical
Revival, and earned nominations for “Best
Actor in a Musical,” “Best Performance in
a Supporting Role in a Musical,” and “Best
Theatre Choreographer.”
Musical Theatre West’s production is un-
der the direction and choreography of Jon
Engstrom and musical direction of John Glaudini. The
production is made possible thanks to the generous contribu-
tions of 2014-2015 Honorary Season Producers.
Don’t miss out on the musical event of yesteryear, today, and
for all time! Tickets are now on sale at the MTW Box Office.
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Memorial Day Remembrance at Green Hills
M ore than five thousand people are expected to partici-
pate in the Memorial Day Observance at Green Hills
Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes on Monday, May
25 from 10am to noon. Recognized as one of the most popular
in the nation, this 30th Annual Ob-
servance will pay tr ibute to all the
men and women who have lost their
lives in defense of the United States
of America.
The Keynote Speaker will be Kim-
berly Mitchell, 17 year Navy Vet-
eran including service as Deputy
Director to the Chairman of the Joint
Chief’s of Staff Office of Warrior
and Family Support.
The 2015 Memorial Day program will include:
Release of 100 doves
Parade of Colors presented by the armed forces, veterans
groups and local police and fire departments
Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall
Musical Performance by the Cabar Feidh Bagpipe Band
Musical Performance by Palos Verdes Symphonic Band
Patriot Guard Riders
Aerially Fly-over featuring C-17 (March AFB)
Special Performances by the 21st Century Skydiving
Team
Presentation of Memorial Wreathes with a 21-gun salute
and playing of “Taps”
During the Memorial Day weekend, more
than 700 Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts will
place 8000 American flags on the inter-
ment sites of veterans at Green Hill Me-
morial Park.
“For more than 29 years, Green Hills Me-
morial Park has hosted the Southland’s
most popular tribute to those who fell in
defense of America,” said Jennifer Frew,
community events coordinator for Green
Hills Memorial Park. “The enthusiastic
response we receive from the Southern California community
each year encourages us to continue the wonderful tradition of
our Memorial Day Observances.”
The entire community is invited to patriciate in this year’s
observance. Admission is free. Plan to arrive early to allow
time for parking and the walk to the ceremony site. For more
information, visit www.greenhillsmemorial.com or call
(310) 521-4460.
The Heir Apparent Opens at ICT
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I nternational City Theatre continues its 30th Anniversary
Season with the LA area premiere of David Ives’ produc-
tion of The Heir Apparent. The shows opens Friday, June
19.
Another laugh fest by David Ives based on
Jean-Francois Regnard’s comc masterpiece
and adapted entirely in hilarious rhyming
verse, The Heir Apparent takes French clas-
sical comedy to new heights with this story
of mistaken identities. Eraste desperately
wants to marry Isabelle, but first he needs to
secure an inheritance from Geronte, his mis-
erable old uncle. Geronte won’t make it easy
for Eraste. Can Eraste’s resourceful servant
Crispin save the day with his powers of dis-
guise and his quick wit?
This show is directed by Matt Walker. Since
directing his first production of The Glass
Menagerie at age 19 in a 40-seat theater in
Los Angeles, Matt Walker has traveled the
world directing and performing in musicals,
classical works, theme parks, opera, and cir-
cus. A graduate of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey’s Clown
College, and a founding member of Los Angeles’ Second
City Improvisation, Matt has trained with the likes of Bill
Irwin, The Cirque Du Soleil, and The San Francisco Mime
Troupe, bringing a diverse background of
disciplines to his body of work.
David Ives is a contemporary Amer ican
playwright whose plays often consist of one
act and are generally comedies. They are
notable for their verbal dexterity, theatrical
invention, and quirky humor. He earned his
MFA in Playwriting from The Yale School
of Drama. A Guggenheim Fellow in play-
writing, David is probably best known for
his evening of one-act comedies called "All
In the Timing". The show won the Outer
Critics Circle Playwriting Award, ran for
two years Off-Broadway, and in the 1995-
96 season was the most-performed play in
the country after Shakespeare productions.
The Heir Apparent runs June 19 through
July 12 at International City Theatre.
For tickets or more information, visit
www.internationalcitytheatre.org or call
(562) 495-4595.
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Straight Talk
LA County Sheriff Jim McDonnell addresses a large
gathering of supporters of the Sheriff’s Youth Founda-
tion at the beautiful Hall of Justice building in
downtown Los Angeles.
John Moorlach, accompanied by his wife Trina is
sworn in as the newly-elected Senator for the 37th S.D. in
the Village of Hope Chapel in Tustin.
LBPD Commander Paul LeBaron at a Reception in his
honor as the outgoing East Division Commander held at
the Gaslamp Restaurant. Long Beach Councilwomen
Stacey Mungo and Suzie Price are visible on stage.
Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission Mario
Cordero was the Keynote Speaker at the LegalPort
Event Coordinator Nancy Gallegos and Executive Chef
Julio Nascimento at the wonderful Chef’s Challenge at
Friedman's Appliance Center. The event was a fund-
raiser for the Long Beach Symphony.
Judges at the Chef’s Challenge were Mike Van Dyke,
Antonia Molina and Barbara Blackwell.
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Around Town
Attorney David Griffith, President of the Long Beach-
Qingdao Sister Cities Association and son Cameron greet
guests at the Chinese New Year Celebration at Long
Lion Dancers are featured at the Chinese New Year
Celebration.
Newly-appointed Director of the Long Beach Airport
Bryant Francis addresses the crowd at a reception in
his honor at the Long Beach Marriott.
Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia addresses the Petroleum
Club Young Professionals at their monthly luncheon.
C300 Members in their br ight red coats turned up in
record numbers at Phil Trani’s for a Straight Talk Night
honoring the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach. It was
also the 25th Anniversary of Phil’s popular restaurant.
A beautiful rainbow arched over the downtown waterfront
while Congressman Alan Lowenthal was holding a combi-
nation Birthday Celebration/Fundraiser at the Hotel Maya.
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Photo Focus: Grand Prix
Fast Lane Instructor Jim Bishop with celebrity driver
Tricia Helfer following a practice run on Press
Day in preparation for the Pro-Celebrity Race.
Record crowds jammed the grandstands for the 41st
running of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach.
The beautiful skyline of downtown Long Beach
frames the photo.
Toyota Scion FR-S cars lined up in the Paddock
prior to the running of the Pro-Celebrity Race.
Dave Pasant, winner of this year ’s Pro-Celebrity
Race with wife Jill. This was the sixth time that Dave
has participated in the race, purchasing his seat each
year at the Grand Prix Charity Auction benefitting
Miller Children’s Hospital.
Signal Hill Mayor Ed Wilson and guest Deborah
Kearn enjoy the hospitality of the wonderful
C300 Paddlock Club.
Rutledge Wood, winner of last year’s Pro-Celebrity
Race, with Straight Talk Host Art Levine in the
Race Paddock.
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Temple Israel
Long Beach Chief of Police Robert Luna was the latest
speaker in the Temple Israel Future Focus Series. The subject
of the Chief’s address was Police - Community Relations. A
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Temple’s website — tilb.org. The Future Focus series invites
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The Tortoise and the Hare: Presumptive Presidential Favorites
by
Dr. Craig Smith
Former Presidential Speechwriter
A esop warned that slow and steady often wins the race
over the speedy but negligent. The hare in the race for
the Democratic nomination for president is Hillary Clinton,
who doesn’t even have an announced opponent. But she can’t
rest on her laurels. In 2007, she was the early favorite for her
party’s nomination. However, Barack Obama’s slow and
steady progress in the primaries led to Clinton’s defeat. On
the Republican side, the tortoise Senator John McCain caught
the hare, former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani by the Flori-
da primary.
The loss of the nomination by the front runner is nothing new.
One of the most famous cases occurred in 1860. The pre-
sumptive favorite to win the Republican nomination was for-
mer senator and current governor of New York, William Sew-
ard. When he heard rumblings that a former one-term
congressman named Lincoln was causing a stir in Illinois,
Seward invited the “country bumpkin” to speak in New York
City hoping to embarrass him. When the lanky Lincoln rose to
speak at the Cooper Union Institute, he delivered an eloquent
defense for the North’s desire to stop the expansion of slavery
and preserve the Union. Lincoln went on to win the nomina-
tion and made Seward his Secretary of State.
In the next century, Harold Stassen, the boy wonder and for-
mer governor of Minnesota, was the presumptive favorite to
win the 1984 Republican nomination after he ran up a number
of primary wins. But in the end, the party returned to its 1944
nominee, Thomas E. Dewey, who went down to ignominious
defeat to President Harry Truman, the biggest upset in presi-
dential campaign history.
Truman himself faired no better in 1952. His front runner
status was the victim of several crises. His Under Secretary of
State Alger Hiss had been convicted of perjury. China had
fallen to Mao Zedong. The Soviet Union had developed the
atom bomb. And the United States was involved in a stale-
mated war in Korea. Truman was embarrassed in the New
Hampshire primary and withdrew from the race.
On the Republican side in the same year, Senator Bob Taft of
Ohio was the front runner all the way to the convention. Then
at the convention, a draft Eisenhower movement unseated the
Texas delegation and he became his party’s nominee.
In 1956, Democratic Senator Estes Keafauver of Tennessee
led throughout the primary season, but in the end, the party
returned to former Illinois Governor Adlai Stevenson, who
had lost to Eisenhower in 1952. Despite Keafauver’s joining
Stevenson on the ticket, they went down to defeat in 1956.
In 1968, President Lyndon Johnson was the presumptive fa-
vorite to win the Democratic nomination until the Viet Cong
launched the Tet Offensive. Johnson was embarrassed by Sen-
ator Eugene McCarthy in the New Hampshire primary. John-
son withdrew from the race and his vice president, Hubert
Humphrey won the nomination. However, in the general
election former Vice President Nixon defeated Humphrey,
thereby completing one of the biggest comebacks in presiden-
tial campaign history.
In 1972, Senator Edmund Muskie was said to have a lock on
the Democratic nomination. But while speaking from a flat-
bed truck during the New Hampshire primary, he fell in to
tears defending accusations that his wife has used foul lan-
guage. He lost the primary to Senator George McGovern,
and the rest is history.
So is it fair to ask, what might trip up Hillary Clinton’s sprint
to the finish?
First, there are a number of candidates who are testing the
water that could surprise her in Iowa or New Hampshire. For-
mer Governor Martin O’Malley of Maryland may challenge
from Clinton’s left. Former Senator Jim Webb of Virginia is
a veteran who may challenge from Clinton’s right. And if
Hillary Clinton were to trip, Senator Elizabeth Warren of
Massachusetts and Vice President Joe Biden are ready to join
the race.
Second, Hillary Clinton’s campaign trail has at least two
land mines that could blow up. She has yet to adequately ex-
plain why she deleted thousands of e-mails from her private
server. If any of those e-mails shows up on a receiver’s server
and contain incriminating material, Clinton would be in trou-
ble. She also signed off on a deal that allowed a Russian com-
pany to control 20 percent of U.S. uranium production. That
company made a sizeable contribution to the Clintons’ chari-
table foundation. If evidence of a quid pro quo can be found,
Clinton would have some serious explaining to do.
As we move closer to 2016, other events may entice more
tortoises to challenge the current hare.
Dr. Craig Smith is Director of the Center for First Amend-
ment Studies, CSULB, and author of the recently published
book “Confessions of a Presidential Speechwriter.”
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O ne of the hidden gems of Long Beach is the Petroleum
Club. This private membership club has long time roots
in Long Beach. The club offers Lunch
served Monday thru Friday, and Dinner
served Thursday and Friday, together with
monthly themed dinner dances and night-
ly entertainment.
Last Friday events are open to the public.
Visit our website for the schedule.
The Petroleum Club features two rooms
for dinner dances. The Grand Ballroom, which seats up to 400
guests with a permanent 25’x 40’ dance floor, and the Terrace
Room which seats up to 200 guests. We
also feature two meeting rooms accommo-
dating up to 40 guests and a comfortable
circular bar .
One of our special features here at the Club
is the Olympic size swimming pool.
We offer poolside food and bar services. There are cabanas
and a toddler splash area. A summer pool membership drive is
now going on, so come on in and sign up!
We are not only a private membership club,
but we also cater outside events such as
Wedding Receptionists and Ceremonies,
Birthday Parties, Business Meetings/ Lunch-
eons/ Dinners, Poolside BBQ and Pool Par-
ties. Our catering staff has years of experi-
ence handling such events.
For the month of May we are having a membership drive and
are waiving the first year initiation fee for new social mem-
berships. Give us a call
and discover this hidden
gem for yourself. 3636 Linden Ave
Long Beach
(562) 427- 7966
lbpetroleumclub.com
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