Friday, April 25, 2014

CAPT Presents Crime Story Confidential May 4 (Sponsored)



Continuing tales of ne'er-do-wells and comics shunned by the comics code of yesteryear is Crime Story Confidential by Captured Aural Phantasy Theater. This is part of their Seduction of the Innocent series, shows on a monthly basis remarked as too vile for little kids. It commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Senate hearings of April 21, 1954, which ended much of the violence party for comics of that time. Crime Story Confidential covers mid-century crime comic books in that old time radio style with comedy acts, prizes and live music. Be there or be sent up the river.

On the El Cid Patio, before the performances, check out the Phantasy Faire, a source for all think geeky to get before the show.






Sunday, May 4
7:30 pm doors open and dinner seating begins
8:30 pm show starts

El Cid
4212 W. Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA  90029
$10 at the door or at www.capturedauralphantasy.com or  
captcrime2014.brownpapertickets.com or even elcidla.com


press release

CAPTURED AURAL PHANTASY THEATER presents
Crime Story Confidential
comic book crimes they didn’t want you to see

Witness tales from the brutal pages of vintage crime comic books – exposed! – uncensored and LIVE! Captured Aural Phantasy Theater presents the CRIME STORY CONFIDENTIAL show at the historic El Cid for 1 night only Sunday, May 4! We will be showcasing live performances of stories pulled from classic, mid-century crime comic books presented in our signature variety show/ old radio show style. These aren’t heart-warming tales – these are the bloody comic book crime stories that were burned in the 40’s and banned in the 50’s for being too hard-boiled, too violent and too much! Along with multi-media comic book performances, the evening includes comedic acts, prizes and the finest live music. Spend the evening with Captured Aural Phantasy Theater for naughty, uncensored entertainment!

The CRIME STORY CONFIDENTIAL show is another in our new Seduction of the Innocent series, monthly shows that highlight comics once deemed harmful to kids. The series commemorates the 60th anniversary of the Senate hearings of April 21, 1954, which damned the comic book industry. We will be re-staging this historic event with a special theatrical performance later in the spring. In the meantime, get the backstory and enjoy our “bad influence” at El Cid. All the cool kids are doin’ it.

Where:                 El Cid
                              4212 W. Sunset Blvd.
                              Los Angeles, CA  90029

When:                  Sunday, May 4
                              7:30 pm doors open and dinner seating begins
                              8:30 pm show starts

Cost:                     $10 at the door or at www.capturedauralphantasy.com or captcrime2014.brownpapertickets.com or even elcidla.com

NEW this season – shop before the show at our Phantasy Faire! Join local vendors on the El Cid patio and puruse everything geek and chic in our version of a nerdy farmer’s market. The CRIME STORY CONFIDENTIAL show is the newest in our 5th Anniversary Season and the next installment in our monthly residency at El Cid. We always start the show at 8:30pm, but doors open at 7:30 so audiences can begin with El Cid’s brand new tapas menu and superb cocktails. Enjoy a variety show, music and booze!

• "Park your time machine on Sunset and join these retro revivalists for a unique variety show that's sure to impress funny book fans of every era."
-Geek Chic Daily
• “An intoxicating mix of pre-Lichtenstein comic book stories…an evening that fueled me, resuscitated me when I was a mere flat line…”
-Eye Spy LA