Playing in Pasadena: The Yes Men, City Hall & Finding Jesus (don't worry, it's not what you think)
The family and I had such a great time on Sunday. We headed down to Pasadena to catch a showing of the film The Yes Men Fix The World, at the Laemmle Playhouse Theatre.
Man, oh man ... if you haven't seen this new brilliant endeavor from the Yes Men, you must try to find it. Ever the pranksters, Andy and Mike take on big corporations and unapologetic capitalists. This time they step up their game, as Mike poses as a spokesperson for the Dow Chemical Company on live BBC television in one segment. In another, the duo introduce the "SurvivaBall" at a Catastrophic Loss Conference, where they tell everyone that all they need to do is inflate the suit to escape the effects of global warming. They expose greed in New Orleans and people who profited from the disaster and so much more.
Here's the trailer for the film:
After the film, as the credits began to roll, a spokesperson for the Yes Men stood up to thank all of the viewers in the theatre for attending and to see if anyone had any questions. As soon as he began to talk, Steve and I looked at each other and said, "Is that Jesus?"
It was indeed the J-Man, also known as Troy Conrad, our friend and comedian who does a hilarious stand-up act dressed as ... yep, you guessed it, Jesus. Here is The Comedy Jesus Show facebook page. He has a CJS (Not Directed by Mel Gibson) DVD out now too.
Troy's newest endeavor is angrytownhall.com a brilliant satire about the misconceptions of socialism. Check it out. So funny!
Next, we headed to My Vegan Restaurant in Pasadena for a delicious lunch. We sure wish there were more eateries like this in our area. Los Angeles has so many fantastic places for vegans to dine, so we always enjoy trying new spots out when we are down that way.
Before heading home, we spent awhile exploring the gorgeous grounds of Pasadena's City Hall. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building is beautifully designed, with a large dome at the west entrance that is quite a majestic entrance for visitors. We took photos and had fun searching hallways and enjoying the character and style of the intriguing construction.
It was such a fantastic day. I love days spent with my family. They are so much fun to laugh with, learn with, and be with. I am such a lucky girl!
**More Photos From Our Adventure Below**
**More photos on my flickr page in the Pasadena set.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 9:15AM
Reader Comments (9)
Jinxi,
That was a super fun day. What could be better than hijinks, blasphemy, good food, family, friends, and taking photos. It was a perfect day.
Steve
Glad you had such a fun family day! I'm really diggin' your Cure shirt! Hot pink AND The Cure! How very! :-)
SWEET!!! That movie looks so good. Hahaha! the SurvivaBall is great!
Thanks for taking us readers along with you on your adventures!
So glad you guys had such an awesome day out!! Love the pics and The Cure t-shirt, too!!
Love ya,
Wen xoxo
WOWZERS! I am uberjealous!! Sounds like a blast!!! I want to see it!!! Oooh--- Loving Brynn's hair! And your bag (i have the same one, he he he)... Love ya xoxoxoxoxo
family fun days rock!! i love the architecture it always amazes me thinking how some1 actually created that, most people don't even stop & look at what buildings they go into actually look like. it's almost impossible to even get a good vegaterian meal around here, lots of restr. are steppin up and adding gluten free pastas n meatless cooked sauces. we do have a couple place you can get great vegan meal but not enough.thanks for sharing your day. lots of love to you, steve & the kiddos
Nice pictures. I hope you must have enjoyed your holidays. Thanks for sharing such cherish moments here in this site.
Loved seeing the pictures of your fun day! What a darling family!!! It looked like you were all so happy and really enjoying the day! Love you all!
I loved this movie! One of the best films I have seen in a while. Combines fun and entertainment seemlessly with vitally important issues presented with a solid analysis. Needless to say I am a fan but the film exceeded my expectations. Well done!