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Southwest Mobile Storage is a family-owned shipping container business founded in 1995. Our strength for more than 25 years comes from the specialized knowledge and passion of our people, along with serving over 24,000 commercial, construction and residential customers. Our facility and expertise in maintaining, manufacturing, and delivering corrugated steel containers is unrivaled in the industry.
While the rental side of our business is regional with branches throughout the Southwest, our container sales and modification operations are nationwide and becoming global. Pasadena, CA offers a wide selection of portable offices and mobile storage containers you can rent, buy or modify.
Our experts in container rental, sales and customization are committed to providing you the highest quality and best experience from service to delivery - our reputation depends on it.
Whether your need is for storage, office space, moving, multi-purpose or custom use, we've got your back. Here's how:
We bring your storage container to you for convenient, easy access at your home, business or jobsite. Plus, you'll get more choice in storage space and better security, for a fraction of the cost of a pod or add on building, saving money and energy.
Not enough room to keep a storage container at your business, home or construction site? No problem - we can store it for you. Plus, you get 70% more space and better security, for a fraction of the cost of public storage units.
Need a permanent storage solution for your business, residence or construction? We sell new and used shipping containers in many sizes with a variety of add-ons. Or customize a container to your specific storage needs with our certified fabrication experts.
Take your time packing with our moving containers. We'll deliver to your business or home and pick it up whenever you're ready to move. So, you don't have to stress about moving or making multiple trips in one day, like if you rented a moving truck.
Our moving container solutions ensure the long-distance move of your home or business is highly efficient and affordable throughout the southwest. In fact, we usually cost 20%-40% less than full-service movers.
We understand move-in and move-out dates might be different. We can store your moving container at our highly secure facilities until you're ready to move to your new home or business location, and you can conveniently access it at any time.
Whether you need a workspace, conference room, or other office requirement, our ground-mounted mobile offices meet any and all of your business needs. Plus, it's faster and easier than building additions.
If you need your shipping container to serve multiple uses, such as office-storage combos, breakrooms and even utilities, we've got you covered. We'll modify a custom container to fit your business needs and bring your business to the next level
We'll create a custom container to fit your unique needs anywhere in the US. With our container modification expertise, we make any idea a reality. From pop-up stores to multi-story structures, our unrivaled facilities and fabrication experts do it all.
With Southwest Mobile Storage, you get much more than a POD or typical Conex box. You also get high security, unparalleled service and unmatched container modification expertise and facilities. No other company offers that much.
Shipping containers and storage containers come in a range of sizes. The most common external lengths are 20ft and 40ft with a width of 8ft. ISO Containers are typically 8ft 6in tall, but high cube containers are 9ft 6in tall. We also have steel containers in a variety of sizes from 10ft long to 45ft long to rent or buy, and we can modify shipping containers into any size you want.
Having flexible storage containers options is important, but security is crucial to protect your peace of mind and your possessions.
At Southwest Mobile Storage, we don't believe in leaving things to chance. We want you to rest easy knowing your inventory, documents, tools, equipment and other items are safe 24/7. That is why we equip SMS high-security slide bolt locking systems and lockboxes on our entire fleet of rental freight containers.
Contact us to speak with a helpful, friendly representative to better understand our full range of capabilities. We are happy to answer any questions you have, go over pricing and set up a time and place to deliver your Conex box. Our quotes are 100% free and you are under no obligation to pay for your consultation.
When you own a business or manage one, it's crucial to have efficient, affordable ways to store inventory and supplies, whether it's to grow your business or adapt to changes in the market, like the many caused by the pandemic.
Renting storage containers to keep at your business eliminates the cost and hassles of sending your staff to offsite storage facilities. Steel containers with roll up doors make storing and retrieving items faster and easier. Auto repair shops and other businesses that need easy access throughout the workday to secure storage for tools, parts, equipment or supplies find renting shipping containers to be the best solution for their business storage needs. Southwest Mobile Storage has your back.
Renting portable offices gives your business more workspace, breakrooms, pop up stores, security booths and more, without the cost and red tape associated with constructing building additions. Plus, a steel storage container fits neatly into one parking space and provides much stronger security than Pods and way more convenience than self-storage units.
If you have a specific need, we can modify shipping containers to build whatever you need to grow your business. Whether it's a portable workspace to run your business, like a pop-up container bar, or a durable facility for scientific research, like a container laboratory, or even a container gym, our unrivaled fabrication facility and modification experts got you covered. Our full-time, in-house staff of certified welders, engineers, electricians, carpenters and painters have over 500 years combined experience modifying thousands of container projects for just about any business use you can imagine.
With an extensive in-house staff and 90,000 sq ft container modification facility, we're able to deliver consistently high quality and work on multiple projects simultaneously for a fast turnaround.
Other companies don't have the facility, staff or resources to modify shipping containers and will outsource the work to various shops who may not have the special experience or tools needed to modify the right way.
You can rest assured knowing your custom container is safe in our hands. Our certified weld and quality control inspectors ensure everything is structurally sound and built to your specifications through every step of the process.
Renting a moving container from us makes your move much less stressful because you won't have to rush to pack your whole house into a moving truck in one day. Instead, you can take your time packing over the course of a month.
Our ISO shipping containers are weatherproof and come with vault-like security, so you don't have to worry about theft or damage to your belongings.
You won't get that level of security from U-Haul or other moving truck companies.
Renting a storage container at your home keeps your belongings close and gives you convenient 24/7 access, so you're always able to retrieve the contents of your container when you need to.
We know move in and move out dates don't always line up. We can store your packed rental container at our secure facility until your new home is ready.
With our mobile storage containers for rent in Pasadena, CA, you can save up to 40% when compared to full-service long-distance movers, while gaining more flexibility in your schedule.
We know your needs may change suddenly. With our extensive inventory and variety of sizes of portable offices and shipping containers to rent, buy or modify in Pasadena, CA, we provide fast service and the best value possible so it's easy for you to get whatever you need when you need it.
Renting storage containers and portable offices from us gives you more flexibility when it comes to your schedule and options. If you don't have enough space at your current location or simply would prefer offsite storage, you can keep your rental storage and office containers at your location or ours - whichever is most convenient for you. You also get more options to choose from when it comes to size and features, like portable offices with divided rooms for private meetings or office/storage combos for storage and office space in one container. All while costing a fraction of the price of a pod or self-storage facility.
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You can also buy new or used freight containers from us and choose from a variety of add-ons, including lights, electricity, doors and windows. Or fully customize a shipping container to save time, money and energy by skipping the expensive, lengthy process of constructing building additions. We can modify a Conex box into whatever you can imagine for any use you need, from construction tool cribs to office buildings, monitoring stations, mobile communication towers and much more. The possibilities are endless.
You'll never face hidden fees or surprises with us. We give you transparent billing up front at the best prices.
With us, you get a reliable, dedicated point of contact, who keeps you updated every step of the way. You can rest assured knowing you'll always get what you need, when you need it.
No other company has the breadth and depth of staff and experience that we do when it comes to modifying shipping containers. Our certified welders, engineers, electricians, plumbers, carpenters and painters have more than 500 years of combined experience in fabricating custom steel containers.
We prorate your rent by the day after the first 28-day billing cycle, so you don't have to pay for a full month when you only have your mobile containers and offices for a few days.
While other companies may be able to do small container modifications, most don't have an in-house fabrication staff or 90,000 sq ft fabrication facility like we do. As a result, they outsource the work on your custom container, so you don't know who's actually building it.
Rest assured knowing your modified shipping container will be built to the highest quality standards. Our certified weld and quality control inspectors check every step of the fabrication process to ensure everything is structurally sound and built to your specifications.
Whether you're in need of a storage container for your commercial business, a portable office for your construction site, or a moving container for your home, our process is simple and straightforward.
Choose the mobile storage solution that works best for your needs. In this step, you will let us know the number of containers you need, their sizes and what types of doors to equip.
Let us know if you would like to add any of our rental options, like a folding table or shelving.
Choose from padlocks, puck locks and other enhanced security options. All of our storage containers come standard with dual-locking, vault-like security.
You can expect standard delivery within 3-5 days of your order. If you need expedited delivery, we will do everything in our power to accommodate your needs.
Do you need to keep your shipping container at our location? Prefer to have our team deliver your packed container to a location of your choice? Let us know, and we'll be by your side to work out the logistics.
Let our team know where we should deliver your mobile storage container for rent in Pasadena, CA. Be sure to let us know if there are any special conditions that might prevent our drivers from entering your chosen destination. Before you schedule your delivery, let us know which direction you would like the doors of your container to face.
Our drivers can deliver your storage container Monday-Friday, between the hours of 6AM and 2PM local time. Our two-hour delivery window is the most precise in the industry. If you desire another delivery time outside of our standard delivery options, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. As a courtesy, our driver will call you at least 30 minutes before they arrive at your drop-off destination.
Before we deliver your Conex box, prepare your delivery area by ensuring that there are no low overhangs, arches, wires, trees or any other obstacles that could interfere with your delivery. It's a good idea to mark the space where you would like your steel container placed.
When our driver arrives, they will back our truck into the space where you would like your shipping container placed. Once we arrive, we will ensure that your container is delivered safely and securely. If placed on asphalt or pavement, we will use wood dunnage pads to make sure your ground surface is protected and the container is level.
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909.948.7700PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) is hosting a Power Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) virtual community meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6-8 p.m. The Power IRP is a long-range blueprint for supplying reliable and environmentally responsible electricity at competitive rates over a 25-year period.PWP has developed IRPs for more...
PASADENA, Calif.—Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) is hosting a Power Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) virtual community meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 6-8 p.m. The Power IRP is a long-range blueprint for supplying reliable and environmentally responsible electricity at competitive rates over a 25-year period.
PWP has developed IRPs for more than 20 years to address the fundamental goals of maintaining a reliable power supply portfolio to meet customer needs while minimizing electric rate impacts and volatility, and meeting or exceeding sustainability goals and mandates. PWP produces an IRP every five years as required by law and issues periodic, voluntary updates when necessary.
PWP will host several public meetings throughout 2023. Public participation is vital to this process. Both residential and commercial customers are strongly encouraged to participate. In addition to attending meetings, the public can provide feedback by visiting PWPweb.com/PowerIRP, emailing WPD_IRP@cityofpasadena.net, or by calling (626) 744-4005.
“As the energy landscape continues to evolve, it’s important that Pasadena makes the strategic investments needed to secure clean, reliable and competitively priced energy for decades to come,” said PWP General Manager Sidney Jackson. “As a community-owned utility, we value the input of our customers and encourage the community to attend upcoming meetings or contact us with questions and comments.”
Join the virtual meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89567677628 Webinar ID: 895 6767 7628
To join by phone, dial (669) 444-9171, and use the code 895 6767 7628 when prompted.
For accessibility information or to request an accommodation, contact (626) 744-7311 or CSC@cityofpasadena.net. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.
About Pasadena Water and Power Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) provides electricity to more than 65,000 customers within Pasadena. PWP delivers water to almost 38,000 households and businesses in Pasadena and adjacent communities in the San Gabriel Valley. As a community-owned utility, PWP is a not-for-profit public service owned and operated by the City of Pasadena for the benefit of its customers and the community. Its priorities are reliability, responsiveness to customers, reasonable rates and environmental stewardship.
Stay connected to the City of Pasadena! Visit us online at CityOfPasadena.net; follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook; or call the Citizen Service Center Monday through Friday during business hours at (626) 744-7311.
I’ve lived most of my life in Pasadena, a sprawling suburb northeast of downtown Los Angeles. It’s where Julia Child and Jackie Robinson lived for a time, where the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl are held every year. And it’s home to the world-renowned Caltech Seismological Lab. It’s a city known for many things, but it’s never really been a culinary destination.There are plenty of great places to eat. I’ve written about ...
I’ve lived most of my life in Pasadena, a sprawling suburb northeast of downtown Los Angeles. It’s where Julia Child and Jackie Robinson lived for a time, where the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl are held every year. And it’s home to the world-renowned Caltech Seismological Lab. It’s a city known for many things, but it’s never really been a culinary destination.
There are plenty of great places to eat. I’ve written about many of them. But I don’t know that I’d spend an hour in traffic to get there, from where I live currently. Two recent openings are solidifying the city as a culinary destination. A place worthy of a drive for a French-ish bistro where I’d recommend the entire menu, and a restaurant centered on an excellent bowl of Taiwanese beef noodle soup.
The Iberico pork chop arrives sliced, black-edged and nestled up against the bone, buried under a tangle of slightly wilted and sour cabbage and raw shaved onion. Underneath is a hot mustard sauce and on top, a furikake made with sesame seeds and fennel pollen. It is the dish on most tables at Bar Chelou, Doug Rankin’s new restaurant adjacent to the Pasadena Playhouse. I’d had cured Iberico ham only as red and white ribbons of pure meaty, earthy funk, but the fresh pork chop was the equivalent of a nice piece of Wagyu beef. It picked up the smoke from the Josper charcoal oven it was cooked in and cut like room temperature butter. But the best part of the dish is the one Rankin says he has to actually encourage people to eat.
“The bone is insane, but I watch every plate come back into the kitchen and a lot of people aren’t eating it,” he said. “We bought little hand towels, because we think maybe people just didn’t want to get their hands dirty.”
On a recent visit, I calibrated perfect bites of pork, cabbage and mustard sauce until the slices were gone and I was left with the bone. I contemplated taking it home to be alone with it but couldn’t resist. I gnawed on it, stripping the charred edges that turned sweet and smoky in the oven. I was in the middle of a crowded dining room, but in my head, I was alone with the bone.
If you’re going to listen to a single thing I’ve ever said in this column, let it be this. Eat the bone.
The pork chop is reason enough to visit, but order the snap peas too. It’s a dish crowded with depth and texture, with grilled snap peas tossed in a creamy anchovy mayonnaise under a loose sheath of grated, cured egg yolk and crispy fried chistorra that registers bacon bits. The first bite conjures a warm summer potato salad, but with the freshness of snap peas. The best way to appreciate the full dish is to get a little bit of everything into each bite: creamy, crunchy, salty and bright.
And don’t skip the carrots either. They turned out to be a labor-intensive play on salade de carottes rapes. Rankin shreds a bunch of Weiser Farms carrots, then juices more carrots. He vacuum-seals the shredded carrots in a brine he fashions with the carrot juice, salt and sugar and lets them sit overnight. The vegetable ends up tasting like a superhero version of itself, with an intense, fresh carrot flavor that Rankin dials up with a coconut and ginger dressing. To add even more texture, he adds a heap of grated, fried potatoes to the top along with dehydrated lime leaf. Imagine a Thai papaya salad with carrots. It’s also one of the completely vegan dishes on the menu.
“I guess this is me finding my cuisine,” Rankin said. The chef recently closed the French Bar Restaurant in Silver Lake and cooked alongside Ludo Lefebvre at Trois Mec and Petit Trois for a time. “I’m just trying to break the rules, I guess.”
Break the rules. And remember what I said about the bone.
Taiwanese beef noodle soup is a simple but grand dish steeped in comfort. A bowl of broth made from simmered bones, brimming with chewy noodles, vegetables and slabs of meat. It’s the focal point of the limited menu at the new Le Chateau de Tien Tao, a restaurant that opened in Old Pasadena in January.
Owner Aaron Ho, whose family is from Taipei, wanted to create a restaurant devoted to his favorite soup. He partnered with Andy Wang, the chef at Chateau Zoe, Chateau Andy and formerly of the Grand Hotel, all in Taipei. At Le Chateau de Tien Tao, there are three varieties of soup with the same base: a clear broth made by simmering onions, carrots, beef bones (thigh, joint, shoulder, spine and marrow) with water for 24 hours. You can order it as the clear broth, or opt for the braised beef, infused with a soy sauce marinade used to season the thick slices of beef shank that garnish the soup.
There’s also a tomato beef soup that incorporates four types of tomatoes. The fruit adds a prominent sweetness, making it the perfect candidate for the chopped pickled mustard greens and sandy chile sauce garnishes that accompany each bowl.
The braised beef is the favorite of the three, and the most similar to the versions I’ve enjoyed at places like Pi Pi Pop in Monterey Park. The beef marinade turns the broth a deep chocolate brown and imparts an unctuous beef essence that’s rich but not heavy, redolent with what I imagine is five spice and white pepper. Ho’s sister Mimi, who helps with marketing for the restaurant, divulged that there was low sodium soy sauce in the marinade but kept the herbs and spices a secret.
The noodles in each bowl are long and chewy, and the pieces of shank as thick as the steak you might order at the Ruth’s Chris down the street.
Mimi said the thickness of the cut of the beef is meant to encourage a wine pairing, like at a steakhouse. The restaurant is in the process of transferring a liquor license, which will soon allow them to serve wine.
The name, she added, is a reference to an ancient Chinese mythological character that likes to eat and drink. The restaurant, or “le chateau,” is meant to be a castle for the sophisticated gourmand. It tracks.
Where to eat now
Bar Chelou, 37 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena, (626) 808-4976, www.barchelou.com Le Chateau de Tien Tao, 69 W. Green St., Pasadena, (626) 314-3002, lechateaudetientao.com
PASADENA, Calif.—At the March 6 council meeting, Pasadena City Council voted to adopt a resolution to terminate the local public health emergency. This action was recommended by Acting Director of Public Health Manuel Carmona and Interim Health Officer Dr. Eric G. Handler. With City Council’s adoption of the resolution, the COVID-19 local public health emergency in Pasadena ends effective immediately.The local public health emergency enabled the City to mobilize staff to respond to the pandemic and access state and federal...
PASADENA, Calif.—At the March 6 council meeting, Pasadena City Council voted to adopt a resolution to terminate the local public health emergency. This action was recommended by Acting Director of Public Health Manuel Carmona and Interim Health Officer Dr. Eric G. Handler. With City Council’s adoption of the resolution, the COVID-19 local public health emergency in Pasadena ends effective immediately.
The local public health emergency enabled the City to mobilize staff to respond to the pandemic and access state and federal COVID-19 response and recovery resources such as testing, personal protective equipment, and vaccines. Similarly, the local emergency allowed the City to take local action to support Pasadena residents and businesses such as authorizing sidewalk and alley dining, enacting a moratorium on evictions, and providing access to free meals. City staff will assess potential impacts of ending the local emergency on City programs and services. Staff will present findings and related recommendations at the City Council meeting scheduled for March 27.
While the COVID-19 emergency response may be ending, Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) and local health partners are committed to providing continued COVID-19 services to those who live and work in Pasadena. PPHD will continue to monitor trends in COVID-19 data and publish updates through the COVID-19 data dashboard for 30 days following the end of the emergency.
Under California Health and Safety Code, the local health officer has the authority to issue guidance necessary to mitigate the impact of communicable diseases. PPHD staff will continue to closely monitor state and federal guidance to determine if any existing local requirements need to remain or if additional requirements will be necessary.
Public health guidance is available on the State of California’s COVID-19 resource webpage and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website. CDC recommends building your own personal COVID-19 plan and has published tools, information, and action steps that you can take in order to protect yourself, your family, and your friends against COVID-19.
“The end of the public health emergency comes as community spread of COVID-19 has decreased locally and statewide,” said Dr. Handler. “Despite these decreases, COVID-19 remains a threat to community health. In this stage of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to communicate with your healthcare provider about any concerns or questions you have related to COVID-19. If you do not have a healthcare provider or are uninsured, there are resources available to assist, including 211 LA. Just dial 2-1-1 to find healthcare resources in LA County.”
Stay connected to the City of Pasadena! Visit us online at CityOfPasadena.net; follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook; or call the Citizen Service Center Monday through Friday during business hours at (626) 744-7311.
A feature documentary will hold its Los Angeles screening at AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Performing Arts Center in Pasadena on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, inspired by the explosive wartime diary of Lika Zakaryan. In light of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Artsakh – with Azerbaijan’s blockade of the Lachin Corridor creating a food, health, and humanitarian crisis for the 120,000 Armenians now isolated from the outside world, Invisible Republic follows the story of a young journalist’s frontline view of the 44-...
A feature documentary will hold its Los Angeles screening at AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Performing Arts Center in Pasadena on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, inspired by the explosive wartime diary of Lika Zakaryan. In light of the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Artsakh – with Azerbaijan’s blockade of the Lachin Corridor creating a food, health, and humanitarian crisis for the 120,000 Armenians now isolated from the outside world, Invisible Republic follows the story of a young journalist’s frontline view of the 44-day war for Artsakh. Emmy nominee Eric Esrailian joins Grammy award recipient Serj Tankian, and award-winning producer Alec Mouhibian to bring the diary of Lika Zakaryan to life in this powerful documentary. All proceeds from the screening will go to AGBU Global Relief Fund.
Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) and Creative Armenia have combined the film’s release with a global awareness and educational campaign. Physical screenings for governmental groups, human rights organizations, and educational institutions have been held around the world (Watch the trailer here).
The film has been released digitally in every territory of the world, with the goal of raising awareness about the situation in Artsakh, where 120,000 Armenians are isolated from the outside world due to Azerbaijan’s blockade of the Lachin Corridor. “This isn’t just a film about me,” said Lika Zakaryan. “It is the story and tragedy of my family, my friends, and my people. And sadly, it isn’t over.”
“We initially made this film to educate the non-Armenian world about Artsakh and to raise awareness about the 2020 Artsakh War,” said the film’s producer Dr. Eric Esrailian, who is also an AGBU Central Board Member and a Founding Member of Creative Armenia. “But the darkest chapter of war may be yet to come. We have decided to move up distribution plans and share Lika’s story with the world, in hopes that it will move hearts and minds to stand with the people of Artsakh at this moment of crisis.”
“This first-hand account of the realities during and after the 44 days of Azeri aggression in 2020 is a critical documentation of the true human experience. Today, Artsakh is threatened by a territorial blockade putting the lives of its citizens at risk.” urged AGBU Central Board member, Ani Manoukian.
Tickets for the LA screening of Invisible Republic on Wednesday, April 5th at 7:30 pm can be purchased online. The AGBU Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Performing Arts Center is located at 2495 E. Mountain St. in Pasadena, CA. For media inquiries: wrcommunications@agbu.org
The Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) is the world’s largest non-profit organization devoted to upholding the Armenian heritage through educational, cultural, and humanitarian programs. Creative Armenia is a global arts foundation for the Armenian people and runs the Artists for Artsakh program. Together, the organizations run the Creative Armenia-AGBU Fellowships and the Katapult Creative Accelerator Program. They have also collaborated on many other initiatives to raise awareness and funds for Artsakh. Visit agbu.org and creativearmenia.org to learn more.
Anyone remember progressive dinners? I don’t know where it started, but in the eighties there was a time when it was a trendy thing to have these dinners where you would start at one home with the appetizers and drinks, then move on to the next home for the main meal and then on to another home for dessert. I was reminded of that feeling as I experienced “Matter of Time” at Lineage this weekend, only instead of different meal courses, each new venue was discovering a decade. We went from the 50’s and worked our way, r...
Anyone remember progressive dinners? I don’t know where it started, but in the eighties there was a time when it was a trendy thing to have these dinners where you would start at one home with the appetizers and drinks, then move on to the next home for the main meal and then on to another home for dessert. I was reminded of that feeling as I experienced “Matter of Time” at Lineage this weekend, only instead of different meal courses, each new venue was discovering a decade. We went from the 50’s and worked our way, room by room, through the 90’s. If you had a wristband, you started in the 90’s and worked your way back and the two groups merged to experience the 70’s all together. It’s a journey that is both a kick in the pants party and an emotionally visceral dive into our collective and individual experiences of the past.
Director Hillary Thomas has created an immersive odyssey, highlighting profound moments in our history – those moments where everyone remembers exactly where they were when they heard the news. For my mother, it’s always the news of President Kennedy’s death. For me, it was watching the Challenger Space Shuttle launch that exploded on live television in 1986. And due to it being my childhood, along with an appearance by Mister Rogers, I openly wept through the entirety of the 70’s room.
As audience members, we get the opportunity to explore the nooks and crannies of the new Lineage theatre space that we usually don’t get to see like the backstage area where the actors prepare and the dance studio where they rehearse and where dance classes are held. The lobby has been transformed into a dance space complete with a giant 1950’s television set and the hallway has become a psychedelic walk through the tumult and free-spirited emotions of the 60’s with performers singing songs from “Hair” on the catwalks above.
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Thomas says she lives in “nostalgia-land” and she certainly takes us with her on this time-warp journey. The entire cast is fantastic featuring the sultry vocal stylings of Amber Wright and dynamic powerhouse singing of Jana Nakoa. Will Bellaimey and Angie Vaughn elucidate the proceedings with their insights into the historically pivotal moments. Austin Roy brings a suave heartthrob vibe to his scenes while Marco Tacandong is riveting with his precision. The dancers and actors are phenomenal including Keila Fisher, Elizabeth Gracen, Diana Leon, Molly Mattel, Caterina Mercante, Ericalynn Priolo, Jana Souza, Teya Wolvington, and Meghann Zenor. Led by Thomas, they embody the essence of each decades’ particular joy and sorrow. Lineage favorite, Paul Siemens, is a spot-on Mister Rogers. You could feel the collective energy of the room saying, “oh can we please go back to when Mister Rogers was our neighbor?”
Part history lesson, part nostalgia tripping, part dance party, and all around fun, “Matter of Time” takes you on a journey, both collectively and individually. The interactive nature of it – a strong suit of Lineage productions in general – makes for a unique experience. So, head on over to Lineage this weekend for a literal walk back through time. Oh, and there’s wine! And bring a tissue.
“Matter of Time” runs through March 16th, and tickets range from $25-40, and teens are able to see the show for $5 with a free membership to TeenTix LA (la.teentix.org for more information).
The Lineage Performing Arts Center is fully ADA accessible. Guests with mobility aids can expect to encounter gentle ramps throughout the space.
The Lineage Performing Arts Center has over 200 free on-site parking spaces. Masks are required inside the building at all times. Due to some difficult subject matter, parental guidance is suggested. The performance runs two hours with an intermission.
Lineage Performing Arts Center, 920 E. Mountain St., Pasadena, CA 91104. For tickets, map and directions visit LineagePac.org
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