Rocco's Jazz Club to reopen in Hollywood

Rocco Somazzi, whose jazz club, Rocco's, in Bel-Air was a much-favored hangout until it shut down in December, is surfacing with a new venue in Hollywood. The room, at 6320 Santa Monica Blvd., will be part of a multi-function cafe and performance space. The jazz events will take place late, starting at 10:30 p.m. or later--an hour that is common in night-owl Manhattan but a bit risky for early-rising L.A. The new Rocco's opens July 13 and 14 with a jam session mirroring the party atmosphere of the December closing (presumably in somewhat higher spirits). The first scheduled act is the James Carney Trio, appearing July 19-21. Admission prices generally will range from $8 to $10, and the room will offer espresso, pizzas and desserts, but--at this stage, at least--no alcoholic beverages. Information: (323) 804-4146.