Since 1992, Angel City Press has been dedicated to publishing high-quality books about Southern California, but founders Paddy Calistro and Scott McAuley are set to retire soon. Angel City Press: L.A. through the Pages will take a look at their legacy and how they changed the landscape of publishing. Join us for our LAist + KCET ARTBOUND Screening Series to watch this new documentary and hear from people in the film in conversation with Antonia Cereijido (she/her), host of the Imperfect Paradise podcast from LAist Studios. Bling Bling Dumpling will be onsite starting at 6 p.m. to offer some fresh, handmade food concepts featuring Taiwanese eats crafted in eco-friendly practice.
SPECIAL GUESTS
- Richie Kulchar (he/him), Director of ARTBOUND, Angel City Press
- Terri Accomazzo, Editorial Director, Angel City Press
- Paddy Calistro & Scott McAuley, Publishers, Angel City Press
ABOUT THE FILM
“Angel City Press: L.A. through the Pages” – Wed., Nov. 1 at 9 p.m. on KCET / Fri., Nov. 3 at 8 p.m. on PBS SoCal
Angel City Press has been a publisher of distinctly high-quality nonfiction books about Southern California for over 30 years. Founded in 1992 by wife-and-husband team Paddy Calistro and Scott McAuley, they shaped and influenced the public’s understanding and appreciation of Los Angeles publishing award-winning books advocating for the region’s arts, architecture, food, fantasies, Hollywood, music and sports. Soon to retire, the couple will enter a new chapter in their lives, but not without changing the publishing landscape in Los Angeles for generations to come. Featured interviews include author Arthur Dong, author/radio host Frances Anderton, LA Times reporter Patt Morrison, L.A. City Librarian John Szabo and more.
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