Katherine Notman, Author at Secret Los Angeles

Kat is from the North East of England and loves to explore the world. She's an avid foodie and a big fan of animals, especially her kitten, Asal.🧡 When she's not working she's either cooking👩‍🍳, playing darts🎯, wandering around the city🚶‍♀️, or watching TV like everyone else.📺

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You know this Los Angeles church on the “Fifth Avenue of the West,” but did you know that in 2001 it broke with a centuries-old religious tradition and it regularly hosts exclusive concerts?

The historic Immanuel Presbyterian Church is a striking silhouette in Koreatown with Gothic architecture and stained windows from which an ethereal glow seems to emanate. And, there are plenty of reasons...

Music

Inside the Grammy Museum’s Olivia Rodrigo exhibit featuring a surreal cardboard hospital, animatronic felt hearts, original costumes and a special performance on the 1st

The Grammy Museum in Los Angeles is pulling back the curtain on one of the most visually striking music videos of the year. Starting September 2, fans can walk directly into the handcrafted world of...

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Inside the 1930s ocean liner that transported 810,000 troops during World War II — this year celebrating 90 years with candlelit concerts and summer events

Docked along the Long Beach waterfront, the RMS Queen Mary is a captivating blend of Art Deco elegance, wartime history, Hollywood-era glamour, and present-day entertainment. In 2026, the legendary ocean liner is celebr...

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Why music lovers are leaving endless five-star reviews for L.A.’s magical 60-minute candlelit string tributes hosted in iconic venues

In a city where there's always another concert, movie premiere, or rooftop event competing for your attention, Candlelight concerts offer a chance to slow down and experience live music in a completely di...

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Candlelight concerts are taking place at the Grammy Museum’s Clive Davis Theater

Los Angeles is a city celebrated for its iconic entertainment scene, but the GRAMMY Museum gives the area a whole new rhythm. This stunning, 30,000-square-foot facility is a masterpiece of modern music hi...

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Inside Immanuel Presbyterian Church — the stunning LA church that has appeared in Spider-Man, John Wick and My Chemical Romance’s most iconic video

With its soaring tower, intricate stained-glass windows and striking French Gothic Revival design, Immanuel Presbyterian Church is one of Los Angeles' most impressive architectural landmarks. While many people recognise...

Music

The “human filter”: meet the elite curators reinventing live music with their expertise and read why AI can’t replicate creativity

What does it take to transform global phenomena like Candlelight and other Fever Originals into seamless, soul-stirring realities? While thousands of flickering candles set the stage, the true magic is en...

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Here’s how, with just $750, German-Americans built and named Anaheim from scratch — and it’s not all about the oranges

If you are a history lover seeking a quintessential California origin story, Anaheim's history is sure to pique your curiosity. We often think of gold rushes and Spanish missions when we look at the 1850s...

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What you don’t know about Sleeping Beauty Castle in Anaheim — the oldest Disney Princess castle that’s surprisingly small with a hidden history

It's a quintessential slice of pure nostalgia - Sleeping Beauty Castle at Anaheim's Disneyland. Crossing the sunlit esplanade and gazing down Main Street toward the world’s oldest Disney Princess castle is...

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L.A.’s most famous candlelit concert series is taking over historic landmarks from Koreatown to Long Beach — with over 15,000 flames lighting up the night

In Los Angeles, iconic architecture and artistic spirit set the stage for mesmerizing nights of music that offer endless . These transform beloved landmarks—from the historic glamour of The Biltmore to the soaring arch...