It’s the final week of JULY…here are some fantastic new events. Remember, we still have a couple top ten events coming up as well. Be sure to check our Top Ten Drop-down under our Upcoming Events Page.
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July 25, 2018:
LA Louver features summer screenings. Enjoy a free screening of ArtBound: Artist and Mother which profiles four California artists who made motherhood a part of their art.
The film features Kenyatta A.C. Hinkle, Andrea Chong, Rebecca Campbell, and Tanya Aguiniga. Produced by KCET ArtBound 2018; Coordinated in conjunction with “Evolver,” a rotating group exhibition featuring over 100 artwork by more than 60 artists. The event is free RSVP is requested RSVP@LALouver.com; 310-822-4955 On view through August 17, 2018; L.A. Louver, 45 N. Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291; http://lalouver.com/
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July 26, 2018:
Tonight marks the opening night of HERSHEY FELDER: BEETHOVEN at the Wallis. Written and performed by Felder, directed by Joel Zwick, the production will bring Ludwig van Beethoven to life through the eyes of a Viennese doctor who spent his boyhood by the Maestro’s side. Admission: $45 – $125 (prices subject to change); Check the Event Feature for more info and a list of times and performance dates; Brian Goldsmith Theater, Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, 9390 N Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210;310.746.4000; http://thewallis.org/
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July 27, 2018:
In Santa Monica…Arena One Gallery presents “Transiting,” a new exhibition featuring fifteen artists addressing time, travel, dislocation and “being in transit” in their work. Organized by Lawrence Gipe, Kio Griffith, John David O’Brien, the exhibition will feature video, photography, drawing, painting and mixed media sculpture. July 27 – Aug 18, 2018; Art Party: 6-9pm; Arena One Gallery, Santa Monica Airport Art Studios, 3026 Airport Ave, Santa Monica, 90405;
The art of Irina Chelyapov will also be celebrated tonight in the Hangar Gallery at Santa Monica Art Studios from 6-9pm. Stop by to see her beautiful paintings. http://irinac.com/
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July 27, 2018:
Sleepless: The Music Center After Hours (Sleepless), an immersive multi-sensory event, invites Angelenos to explore the intersection of science and art and reimagine the role of the artist as the scientist. Sleepless will transform The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion in powerful new ways by connecting the two disciplines in a dynamic evening with exhibitions, performance art, live music performances, DJ sets and installations. Tickets on sale NOW: $20 advance; $30 at the door; Visit the Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Box Office, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012; or call (213) 972-0711. Parking is available in the lot under The Music Center for $5.00 after 8:00 p.m. Event Runs 11pm – 3am (yes AM); The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012;
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July 28, AND 29, 2018:
Venice Beach Festival takes place today and tomorrow. Enjoy live bands and vendors. Event runs: 10am-6pm; Windward Avenue and Ocean Front Walk; https://www.venicebeachfestival.com/
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July 28, 2018:
Head to Hauser & Wirth for a walkthrough of ‘Jack Whitten. Self Portrait With Satellites’ led by The David C. Copley Director and CEO of the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, Kathryn Kanjo. Walk Through: 2:00pm; Admission is free, but RSVP required; \ Hauser & Wirth, 901 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013; https://www.hauserwirth.com/
This is an exceptional exhibition, if you have not yet seen the show, read one of our staff writer’s reviews. See the Exhibition Reviews drop-down under the Artists/Exhibitions Page.
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July 28, 2018:
JAUS throws a closing art party for the 2-person exhibition, “Aili Schmeltz & Jason Manley: Fixed/Flux,” a project that explores the interplay between space and raw material. Jaus invites you to a BBQ party…”bring something or enjoy our delicious hot dogs, snacks and refreshments!” ArtParty: 2-5pm; JAUS, 11851 La Grange Ave. LA 90025; http://www.jausart.com
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July 28, 2018:
The MAIDEN LA 2018 Launch Party and Fundraiser takes place tonight at Tiger Strikes Asteroid. The event will include a pop-up show with works for sale donated by various LA-based artists, and a bar tended by bar-fund. 20% of proceeds from art sales will be donated to RAICES and the rest will help offset Maiden LA’s programming costs, while donations and tips from the bar will be used to provide a bar-fund artist grant. Art Party: 6-10pm; Tiger Strikes Asteroid, 1206 Maple Ave.# 523, LA 90015; http://www.maiden.la/
Next door, at Monte Vista Projects, soft. core. will be hosting a pop-up show called “Assuage the Algorithm.” http://www.montevistaprojects.com/
Also in the Bendix Building….PØST presents a series of THIRY-ONE Kamikaze Exhibits…PØST, Bendix Building, 1206 Maple Ave, #1005; LA, 90015; Each event runs 7-9pm each night; https://www.post-la.com/
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The Montana Avenue Art Walk talks place today (10-9pm) up and down the avenue (between 7th and 17th street). Check the Upcoming Event Feature for additional info and a list of bands. Many stores will be participating as well as hosting & promoting their own special events for the evening. It’s a great time to enjoy a beautiful summer night and partake in some retail therapy. Much of the community comes out to support the merchants as well as the artists. Special discounts can be had along with refreshments, cookies and more. Featuring art from local artists, shopping, and live music up and down Montana Avenue, the event brings out the community to celebrate summer and the arts!
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July 28, 2018:
Attend art talk at TAG Gallery and meet four artists…Jaime Coffey Bateman, Suki Kuss, Rebecca Marie, & Lyle Rushing. Art Talk: 3pm; TAG Gallery, 5458 Wilshire Blvd., LA, 90036; https://www.taggallery.net/
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July 28, 2018:
Top Ten alert – LAAA’s Annual Fundraiser & Auction.
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July 28, 2018:
In Mar Vista…The Hängar and Modern Pirate presents the work artists Couto Bros, Paul Roustan, and Gabe Gault. Enjoy an opening reception tonight to celebrate the artists. Art Party: 6-9pm; RSVP to thehangar.la@gmail.com; The Hängar, 3472 S Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, California 90066; http://thehangarla.com/
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July 28, 2018:
Corey Helford Gallery premieres Jasmine Becket-Griffith’s newest solo show, “Magical Thinking,” in the Main Gallery. This is Becket-Griffith’s second solo show with Corey Helford. Two years in the making, Magical Thinking will premiere twenty new acrylic paintings and over a dozen small-scale studies, as well as the debut of her first-ever large-scale sculptural installation.
Zoé Byland’s newest solo show, “In the Presence of the Past” also opens in Gallery Two. Then in Gallery Three, thirty artists will be featured in a group show titled “The New Romantics,” curated by Caro Buermann. On view: July 28 – September 1, 2018; Art Party: 7pm – 11pm; Corey Helford Gallery, 571 S. Anderson St. LA, 90033; http://www.coreyhelfordgallery.com/
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July 28, 2018:
Freewaves presents Ain’t I A Womxn?, a genders promenade, an event that brings together audiences, artists and activist organizations to stretch gender expressions in new directions. The outdoor participatory event brings together 35 artists, art collectives, and activist groups to explore intersectional gender identities under a full moon through performance art, spoken word, sonic art, media projections and zines. FREE Admission; Art Party: 8pm-11pm; Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 North Spring St., LA, 90012; http://www.Freewaves.org
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More shows running…
REDCAT presents The New Original Works Festival. The first weekend was sold out – so be sure to purchase tickets ASAP. Mark Swed of The LA Times attended the opening and wrote “The opening night was sold out, and rightfully so for a town that thinks of itself as 21st century to the max,” adding that after each of the three pieces in the program, “the world looked slightly more inhabitable and L.A. a little better poised to make a difference.”
Admission ranges from $16 – $20; Or see all three programs for $40 by purchasing a NOW FEST PASS. Click Here to purchase tickets or by calling the REDCAT box office at 213-237-2800 (Tue-Sat, 12-6 pm). Visit the website for more info https://www.redcat.org/
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Now thru July 31, 2018:
Continuing through July, 2018; PØST presents a series of THIRY-ONE Kamikaze Exhibits….yes you read that correctly…enjoy thirty-one solo or group exhibits for the entire month of July. PØST, Bendix Building, 1206 Maple Ave, #1005; LA, 90015; Each event runs 7-9pm each night; https://www.post-la.com/
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On view Through August 4, 2018:
Mary Poppins, based on the beloved classic novels by P.L. Travers and the Disney film, is currently running at the Morgan-Wixson Theatre. Visit the Upcoming Event Feature for additional info…
To reserve tickets: visit the website, call 310-828-7519 or email mwtboxoffice@gmail.com; Adults $28, Students and Seniors $23; The show runs through August 4, 2018;
Check the website for times; Audience talk-back after the Sun, July 29 show. The Morgan-Wixson Theatre, 2627 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica 90405. Free parking available at the Venice Family Clinic, 2509 Pico Blvd. http://www.morgan-wixson.org
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On view Through August 4, 2018:
Critical acclaim and nightly standing ovations have resulted in an extension of the new play Miss America’s Ugly Daughter until Sunday, August 26 at the Broad Stage in Santa Monica. The darkly comedic, poignant two-character solo show is about the seismic mother-daughter relationship between Bess Myerson and her only child Barra Grant, who wrote and stars in the show. READ A REVIEW HERE by one of our staff writers. Miss America’s Ugly Daughter runs through August 26 – Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 3pm at the Edye Stage of the Broad Theatre, 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica. Tickets are $55. For tickets and additional information visit the website at http://www.missamericasuglydaughter.com
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