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Theatricum Botanicum launches summer repertory Season with Gilded Age twist on Romeo and Juliet
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Juneteenth Events Come to Santa Monica With New Gathering, Annual Festival
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Kevin Hart and Snoop Dogg to Perform at World Cup Fan Activation at Santa Monica Pier
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