Clayton Eshleman

As David Ellison’s Skydance merger with Paramount begins, studio executives have been given some serious incentives to stick around through the transition process.

SoCal native and “Diva Of The People” Gavin Turek brings heavy disco to KCRW’s Annenberg Performance Studio via cuts like “WHITNEY,” “IOU,” and “Off The Wheel.”

James Danckert, psychologist and author of “Out of My Skull: The Psychology of Boredom,” explains the meaning of boredom and why being bored can be beneficial.

Cailtin O’Connell, author of “Wild Rituals: 10 Lessons Animals Can Teach Us About Connection, Community, and Ourselves,” shares insights into the ways in which elephants relate.

Brian Jordan Alvarez speaks on his zeitgeisty series “English Teacher,” Josh Greenbaum hopes his film “Will & Harper” sparks conversations, Elisabeth Moss has The Treat.

Sharon McMahon and Michael Morris delve into the importance of history and elections, tribalism, and hope — addressing why they are often misunderstood.

Warner Bros. unceremoniously released Clint Eastwood’s Juror #2 in less than 50 theaters nationwide, but the mid-budget film has exceeded expectations.

The latest film releases include Venom: The Last Dance, Conclave, New Wave, and No One Asked You.

In 1987, Cirque du Soleil made its first U.S. debut in Santa Monica. The show returns to the city with Kooza at the Big Top through January.