Thursday, January 01, 2026

The Historic Mayan Theater in L.A. Will Reopen as a Nightclub in 2026

www.timeout.com: The historic Mayan Theatre, the ornate 1927 movie palace known for its Mayan revival architecture and dramatic interior, is set to reopen early in 2026. According to a new Instagram account for the venue, expect a "revamped and reimagined" nightlife venue, one that will hopefully breathe fresh life into a space that’s been central to DTLA culture for nearly a century.

13 Of The Best Power Tools You Can Buy At Harbor Freight (According To Users)

www.slashgear.com: Power tools are often required in various professional fields. Be it automotive, woodworking, or plumbing, there is no doubt that power tools reduce working time while also making the execution of certain tasks easier and more effortless by reducing the physical efforts that would otherwise be required.

This 'Stranger Things' Season 5 Theory Says the Broadway Play Spoiled the Ending

Business Insider: "Stranger Things: The First Shadow" opened on London's West End in December 2023 before moving to Broadway in April 2025. Playwright Kate Trefry, who is also a writer on the Netflix series, described the play as the "missing puzzle piece" in the show's official narrative.

2025: A Blockbuster Year in Pittsburgh Theater

onstagepittsburgh.com: When we look back on 2025 from some future date, the most memorable moments may be a particular performance or production, but the most consequential are likely to be what was happening behind the scenes at Pittsburgh Public Theater, City Theatre and Pittsburgh CLO. If “affordability” is the watchword of the year in politics, then “sustainability” is the key to the future in theater, and the arts in general.

Leo Villareal’s Light Installation at 270 Park Avenue

www.curbed.com: Leo Villareal’s latest artwork is so big that, in order to step back from the metaphorical easel and take it all in, he needs to be ten blocks away and 42 stories up. Atop a tower near Bryant Park, reachable by two service-elevator rides and down a concrete hallway, his temporary workspace is, apart from his own presence, pretty artless.