Author Archives: Jennifer K. Hugus

Jennifer K. Hugus

About Jennifer K. Hugus

Jennifer K. Hugus was born at a very young age. At an even earlier age, she just knew she would one day write for the LA Beat! Having grown up in Massachusetts, France, and Denmark, she is a noted fan of Asian Cuisine. She studied ballet at the Royal Danish Ballet Theatre and acting at U.S.C. in their prestigious BFA drama program. She also makes her own jewelry out of paints and canvas when she isn’t working on writing absurdist plays and comparatively mainstream screenplays. Jennifer would like to be a KID when she grows up!

Mark Taper Forum’s “What the Butler Saw”: A Spectacle Fit Not Only for Imaginary Help but a Cavalcade of Kings, Nobles, and Aristocrats!

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

Think of the most randy, unorthodox (2 hour long) episode of Three’s Company, combine it with the most circuitous of Seinfelds, couple that with the most glued together Gilbert and Sullivan Operetta endings, run it through the most dry-witted, Noel … Continue reading →

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“The Hit”: Knockout Performance this Weekend at Theatre West’s West Fest!

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

Picture it:  The dead of night, a knock on the door and a stranger (or “some douche” as the opposite actor has come to term him) imploring another stranger to commit an illegal act via a self-proclaimed legitimate profession in … Continue reading →

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“I Want to Kill Lena Dunham” Breathes Life into Current Socio-Economic Zeitgeist

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

Ever been so annoyed with life overshadowed by celebrity import, you wanted to kill Lena Dunham? No–probably not. (Though I’ve personally wished an atomic wedgie on Pamela Anderson on more than one occasion…)  Whether you find Dunham’s rise to fame … Continue reading →

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Actors & Others for Animals and Celebrity Autobiography Join Forces for Best in Show Extravaganza!

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

It is a balmy and electric night in NOHO, curbside of North Hollywood’s venerable and prestigious El Portal Theatre! Men, women, and dogs (including a most adorable bulldog named Bubbles) take their evening walks but mostly linger (loiter really) along … Continue reading →

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DOMA Theatre’s “Young Frankenstein”: All the Ambient Creepiness of Halloween yet just as Magical and Heartwarming as Christmas!

Posted on October 8, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

TRUTH: Frankenstein is actually a really nice guy, can rock some pretty sweet dance moves–despite his clunky, awkward, thick soled boots—(How he doesn’t trip over those things? I’m still trying to figure.) and smells ever so slightly of aloe vera, … Continue reading →

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“Actors & Others for Animals” President Jo Anne Worley Generates Excitement for this Coming Monday’s “Celebrity Autobiography” Fundraiser!

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

With Actors & Others for Animals and Celebrity Autobiography only a few nights away, I was lucky enough to catch up with Mistress of Ceremonies herself:  Jo Anne Worley. The fundraiser, slated to take place this coming Monday October 13th, … Continue reading →

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Avery Schreiber Playhouse’s “You Love that I’m not Your Wife”: So Good, You’ll Want to Marry It!

Posted on October 2, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

Ever been so hell bent on staying with someone you ended up taking anti-depressants just to “live the dream”…? Ah, Love…ROMANTIC LOVE:   It sure looks good doesn’t it? –On PAPER, (predominantly within the confines of the pages of a book, … Continue reading →

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Ed Asner: An Artist of Acquired and Illustrious Acting Skill, Activism, Altruism, and Abundantly Avuncular Appeal!

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

I approach the mid-sized, one level house in the Valley with decided anticipation. To the left of the door a small sign reads, “Forget the dog, Beware the Owner!”  The housekeeper answers the bell in welcoming fashion. Framed photos of awards … Continue reading →

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Actors & Others for Animals teams up with “Celebrity Autobiography” for a night of Fun-Fundraising and Celebratory Celebrity Sagas!

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

Adore animals?  Thrill to theatrics?  Swoon to stories of celebrity scandal?  Then ACTORS & OTHERS FOR ANIMALS’ “Celebrity Autobiography” is probably right up your alley (minus any alley cats of course), as this fundraiser aims at eliminating pet overpopulation and … Continue reading →

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“Oh My Ribs”: Love Child of Lisa Gopman and Matt Collins Equals The Mom and Pop Shop of all Theatre Venues!

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Jennifer K. Hugus

You’ve heard of a mom n’ pop store, but how about a mom n’ pop theatre?  Just down the street from one such convenience store, Oh My Ribs can facilitate such a utilitarian visit. “Argh, I’ve gotta pick up some … Continue reading →

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