Charles Phoenix at the El Portal!

Lights, Camera… Nostalgia!

As part of International Production Design Week, the Television Academy’s Peer Group of Art Directors and Set Decorators proudly presents an unforgettable evening at the El Portal Theatre.

Prepare to be dazzled as the golden era of Southern California springs to life in brilliant Kodachrome color on the big screen.

This isn’t just a retro party — it’s a celebration of Los Angeles as the ultimate creative playground. From neon-lit boulevards to pastel-hued diners, LA has long been a muse for storytellers. The rise of mid-century Southern California design and the growth of Hollywood shaped each other — frame by frame, facade by facade.

At the heart of the evening is Charles Phoenix — pop culture humorist, author, and collector — who will guide us through a joyride of vintage splendor and visual delight.

Come one, come all — and experience Los Angeles in all its mid-century magic!