Running through October 2025: Rooftop Cinema Club, Screenings
Enjoy popular films at the Rooftop Cinema DTLA as it continues to screen new movies and a view of LA’s skyline. Movies include nostalgic oldies, along with current Oscar contenders. The series offers various themed nights like Wine Wednesday, etc. There for admission and times do vary. So check the website and click on each film for more info. Rooftop Cinema DTLA Past Films have included: "Pretty Woman," "The Great Gatsby," "LaLa Land," "Pulp Fiction," "When Harry Met Sally," "Jurassic
Running thru October 2025: Paramount Drive In Theatres
Remember the drive-ins of our youth?....well Paramount Drive In Theatres reactivated the tradition during the pandemic, and since it was so successful it has continued. They offer top-notch flicks, and the run just keeps extending...so be sure to check back. The idea of drive-in movies in LA makes perfect sense, since we have amazing weather all the time. So why not take advantage? Drive in Movies in LA Paramount Drive In Theatres See updated admission below, however ticket
Ayara Thai, Over 18 Years and Counting!
In 2022, Ayara Thai celebrates 18 years in business and is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. Established in 2004, Ayara Thai cuisine continues the tradition of crafting home-cooked food. Read my Ayara Thai review on our sister site EatTravelGo.com. Ayara Thai Photo courtesy of Ayara Thai Growing up in a Thai-Chinese community in the Samsen District along the banks of Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River, Chef and restaurateur Andy Asapahu received his cooking and business
Tuk Tuk Thai, West LA
Tuk Tuk Thai was founded over twenty years ago. Originally located on Pico Blvd, the restaurant moved to West LA in early 2022. If you are unfamiliar with the area, Sawtelle is a happening street filled with many Japanese restaurants. The restaurant is located on the Northern side of Sawtelle, and the first Thai restaurant to join the well known street. I had the chance to review this restaurant on our sister site EatTravelGo.com. Read a review about Tuk Tuk
Running thru November 9, 2025: Mark Taper Forum, Jaja’s African Hair Braiding
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding Center Theatre Group stages Jaja’s African Hair Braiding at the Mark Taper Forum from October 1 to November 9, 2025. Written by Tony-nominated playwright Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White, the Tony-nominated and Obie-winning director, the production highlights one of the season’s most anticipated plays. Co-produced with Arena Stage, Berkeley Rep, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, and also La Jolla Playhouse, the show unites national talent. Additional support comes from the S. Mark Taper Foundation and the
Artist Spotlight: Robin Becker
Robin Becker is a photo, fibers, and also a mixed-media artist who utilizes all of the aforementioned media to create her one-of-a-kind artwork. “My artwork is site specific portraying places I seek out around the world. Seeing what is left of old remote California Missions, Looking at nearly vanished buildings left in the deserts of Arizona and New Mexico, as well as Remnants of structures that have aged, their pigment fading in Berlin, Florence, New York, New Orleans, Nimes, Paris,
Art Spotlight: Meet the Artists of The Acoma House in Denver CO
As my LAArtParty subscribers know, I adore art. I love spotlighting it, as well as the artists that create it. Being a Los Angeles art writer for the past 20 years has been an incredible experience. Therefore branching out to include art in other parts of the world was obviously the next step. Since the launch of LAArtParty’s sister site EatTravelGo.com in 2018, I’ve been doing a lot of traveling. Of course the pandemic did slow me down, but I
Artist Spotlight: Terra Renae Joins Macy Gray for the 25th Anniversary Tour
Louisville-born pop artist Terra Renae joined Grammy-winning soul singer Macy Gray for a live performance at The Palace Theatre in Los Angeles in August 2025. The performance was part of Macy's 25th Anniversary tour. Terra Renae and Macy Gray Working with Macy marks a powerful full-circle moment for Terra. She first met the singers during a brief 2022 trip to LA—a chance meeting that sparked a close mentorship. Since then, Macy has executive produced her debut album and toured the
Music Reviews, The Hollywood Bowl
Here at LAArtParty.com - we LOVE the Hollywood Bowl. We attend many concerts, and of course list this fabulous venue. Here are a few recent reviews at the Hollywood Bowl Recent Reviews at the Hollywood Bowl Jazz on Tap at the Bowl offered an exceptional night of jazz music, voice and lots of tap dancing. In addition to incredible live performances, Hollywood’s classic dance movies played on the massive screens. Incredible vocalists such as Christian McBride, Ben Vereen, Freda Payne,