For one night each autumn between 2004 and 2013, four square blocks of Long Beach’s East Village Arts District were transformed into an indoor/outdoor gallery of multisensory installations/interactions and performance-art designed to disorient and recontextualize the act of listening.

At 65 years of age, Roussève stands, through his diagnosis, still performing, writing, creating and working. This in itself is a profound statement on the power of love and family in life, and for the dancer, this equates to freedom.

This year marks an exciting milestone with the launch of the first “Second Saturday ArtWalk,” on Nov. 8, from 1 to 7 p.m., an initiative created by the art community of downtown San Pedro. Coinciding with the festival, the ArtWalk will transform the downtown area into a vibrant art walk from gallery to gallery, featuring local artists, music and food. This collaborative event affirms San Pedro’s growing reputation as a hub for creativity and cultural connection.

At a time when trans rights are increasingly threatened, Democrats are distancing themselves from trans issues while attempting to forge middle-of-the-road positions on trans issues that might be more palatable to centrists and Republicans.

While fans of the film may be disappointed with the shallower and not especially tuneful Heathers: The Musical, at least Long Beach Playhouse delivers it with gusto.

As you enter the living room of the home gallery, two pieces that look as though they were made for their fresh and calm surroundings will attract your attention.