Running through February 2026: 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
On View thru May 16, 2026: Peter Fetterman Gallery, William Klein
Peter Fetterman Gallery debuts William Klein: In Your Face! This is the artist's first major exhibition in Los Angeles in 35 years. The solo show offers a glimpse into Klein’s energetic perception of the world. It also spotlights his “no-rules” attitude toward the photographic medium. Peter Fetterman William Klein A native New Yorker, William Klein (1926–2022) went to City College before relocating to Paris after World War II. There, he studied at the Sorbonne and explored painting, graphic design, and
Mi Piace, Old Town Pasadena
If you love Italian food, head to Mi Piace in Old Town Pasadena. You will find some of the most scrumptious Italian cuisine. If you love pizza, pasta, or an exquisite Osso Bucco di Vitello - visit our sister site, EatTravelGo.com to read a review (see below). Mi Piace, Lobster and Mussels, photo by Acuna-Hansen For over 25 years, Mi Piace has been a neighborhood favorite located in the heart of Old Pasadena. Mi Piace features an award-winning
The Upper West, Best Burger on the Westside of LA
If you love burgers, head to the Upper West in Santa Monica, and enjoy one of the restaurant’s popular items on the menu. Chef Nick Shipp has supercharged an Americana classic. The Flannery Beef Cheeseburger features American cheese, Worcestershire-caramelized onions, pickles, arugula, so-cal sauce. Best Burger Westside LA photo by Chef Nick Shipp; courtesy of the Upper West The Upper West also offers a happy hour Wednesdays through Sundays from 4:30 to 7:00pm (drinks only). Also on Thursday
Desert Pearl Inn, an Artist’s Inspiration
Attention artists, as well as all creative types. If you are looking for something new to spark your creativity, I recently stayed in a wonderful hotel. Desert Pearl Inn is located at the entrance to Zion National Park in Springdale Utah. It's about a seven hour drive from LA, but so worth it. Enjoy an artist retreat in Springdale Utah. Grab your easel, paints or camera and indulge in the wonders of Zion National Park. Zion National Park; photo
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,
Renowned Ocean & Olympic Photographer Ben Thouard!
Meet Ocean photographer Ben Thouard. The artist was the only accredited photographer in the water filming/shooting the surfing competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics. At any given moment stunningly beautiful waves are exploding over reefs and onto the shores of beaches around the world. These miracles of creation form far out in the ocean then reunite with their source in the most majestic way possible once they reach a shallow reef or land's edge. This happens countless millions of times
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
Running Now: Hauser Wirth, Frieze Art Party
Hauser Wirth threw a Frieze Art Party on February 23, 2026. It celebrated new exhibitions including the kick off of Frieze Week, also called Los Angeles Art Week. The two shows included: Destiny Is a Rose: The Eileen Harris Norton Collection and Christina Quarles. The Ground Glows Black. Th Not to worry, if you missed the art party, as the first show runs through August 16, and the latter show runs through May 3, 2026. Destiny Is a Rose