Sunday August 24, 2025 Arts and Entertainment lead us down one final day of this beautiful weekend. It offers an eclectic mix, Shakespeare in the Park, several art fairs, opening and closing art exhibitions, theater and live music too.
August 24, 2025 Arts and Entertainment
In Culver City…The Actors’ Gang continues its annual tradition of Free Shakespeare in the Park. Roswell That Ends Well takes place today 11:00am. This rendition and interpretation of Shakespeare’s All’s Well That Ends Well features outer space and the Wild West. A cowgirl with dreams of dance-battling in outer space finally gets her wish, thanks to a four-armed alien king.
The show takes place in downtown Culver City at Media Park and is free to the public. Performance 11am; Media Park, 9070 W. Venice Blvd., Culver City 90232 and is adjacent to The Actors’ Gang Theater. Reservations are advised for the FREE show; theactorsgang.com
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Downtown
VinylCon! makes its West Coast debut this weekend to celebrate the very popular vinyl culture. It takes place at the California Market Center (CMC) today and tomorrow. The Los Angeles edition will feature 79 vendors including collectors, as well as professional shops & dealers. The event will feature a full lineup of vinyl DJs curated by DJ and collector Skeme Richards. Plus the show will have giveaways, engaging sponsor activations, and a full bar. The DJ lineup includes Cut Chemist, House Shoes, Large Pro, Skeme Richards, Double Peas, Sky Society, Zach Cowie, PWC, Raquiqui and Con Safos. Amoeba Records, Coachella vinyl record curator Record Safari, Pasadena’s artist owned and operated Sibylline, and Silver Lake’s beloved record & memorabilia store Rockaway Records. Event: 10am-4pm; Tickets: $6.49, or a two day pass runs $17.84; California Market Center (CMC), 110 E 9th St, Los Angeles, CA 90079; https://www.thevinylcon.com/
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Baldwin Hills
PAFF Artfest is back again this year. The four-day celebration of Black art, culture, and creativity kicks off tonight and runs through the weekend. Shop one-of-a-kind fine art, fashion, jewelry & home goods. Meet local, national and international Black artists, Family-friendly vibes including an exciting children’s program, Public Forums, Town Halls and Book Signings. This year’s featured artist is Bakari Santos. I also wanted to mention one of my favorite artists is exhibiting. Zebi, a painter and ceramicist creates the most beautiful as well as functional artwork. Event: 11am-4pm; Free Admission; Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, 3650 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., LA, 90008; https://www.paff.org
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LA Theatre
Also Downtown…Run, don’t walk to see & Juliet at the Ahmanson Theatre. This witty, high-energy musical turns the world’s most famous romance upside down. & Juliet dares to ask: what if Juliet’s story didn’t end with Romeo? Instead, she seizes control, rewriting her fate for a second shot at life and love—on her own terms.
Rachel-Simone (from the North American Tour) & Juliet; Photo by Matthew Murphy
Read more about it on the & Juliet at the Ahmanson Feature. Performances: 1pm & 7pm; Ahmanson Theatre, 135 North Grand Avenue, LA, 90012; CenterTheatreGroup.org
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More theatre in West LA…The Motherf**cker with the Hat continues at Odyssey Theatre. The revival of Stephen Adly Guirgis’ popular play brings five powerhouse performers in one show. The compelling story features love, commitment, as well as redemption. Performance: 2pm; General Admission: $45; Seniors: $35; Students $30 (with student ID); The Odyssey Theatre, 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd, LA, 90025. Reservations: https://www.tmfwth.com https://odysseytheatre.com/whats-on/
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Santa Monica
The Fantasticks continues at Ruskin Group Theatre for a limited run. This enchanting multi-award-winning musical, is still to this day the longest running off Broadway play. This is a wonderful show. I saw it when it when I lived in NYC (a very long time ago). The original off-Broadway production opened in 1960 and ran for 42 years. Although I didn’t catch the original cast (Hey, I’m not that old), I did thoroughly enjoy it.
Director Elina de Santos takes the story into the 21st century, keeping the same wit, sensitivity and beauty of the original story. Furthermore, her staging brings fresh insight with an imaginative flair to a cherished classic. Actors include: Michael D. Cohen, Danny Bernardo, Rhett Hemingway, Kiel Kennedy, Sophie Pollono, Michael Redfield, Raven Scott, John Wuchte, and Silas Shultz. Run time is approximately 120 minutes (including one 10-minute intermission). The show runs through August 24, 2025;
Performance: 8pm; Tickets are $45 (student/senior discounts $30 and also groups 10+ $33) and can be purchased in advance at www.ruskingrouptheatre.com or by calling (310) 397-3244. Free parking available on-site. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405; https://www.ruskingrouptheatre.com/
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East LA area, University Hills
Ronald H. Silverman Fine Arts Gallery hosts a walk-thru of Thru the Lens: Photographic Art. The group exhibition is presented by Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation. Walk Through: 2-4pm. Ronald H. Silverman Fine Arts Gallery, California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, LA CA 90032; https://www.calstatela.edu/al/ronald-h-silverman-fine-arts-gallery
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Venice
Fleeting Bloom invites you into a quiet, immersive space to pause, reflect, and soften. The two-day photo exhibit centers stillness, inviting you to stop and notice the beauty that so often slips by. In addition to the artists listed on the flyer, the group exhibition also features the work from 7 photographers and youth artists from Venice Arts. They include: Bodhi N. (15), Dominic R. (14), Maia A. (14) and Kiara R. (14).
This show offers tender glimpses into moments often missed. It is a celebration of what it means to bloom, even if for a moment. Event 2-6pm; Opening night begins at 2pm, and includes a panel conversation with featured artists at 3:30pm; Albion Garden, 1043 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, 90291; https://www.albiongarden.com
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Los Feliz
The BruHaus hosts a closing art party for SEE WHAT YOU CAN FIND! Vol. 1. Twenty-three artists have taken over the walls of the former discount shop. Thus remaking a space of bargains into a place of boundless creativity. Visit the instagram page for a full list of artists. Art Party: 2-7pm; The BruHaus, 1541 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90027; https://www.instagram.com/thebruhaus.art/
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Sundays at the Mint
In Mid City…The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene. But be sure to check the Mint’s calendar for up-to-date info as well as guest performers/musicians.
Furthermore, Musicians who want to jam will get in free with an instrument after 9pm (one drink minimum). For table reservations, please email themintdinnerreservations@gmail.com Doors open: 7pm; Enjoy the jam with special guests at 9:30pm; Ticket prices vary depending on entry time; Visit the website for the full schedule. The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035; https://themintla.com
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