Sunday, August 3, 2025 art parties & events bring a fun end to a busy weekend. Food, theatre, live music, as well as art – what more can you want? Remember Free Summer Music Events are taking place NOW, see our sister site for a full list of venues – EatTravelGo.com
August 3 2025 Art Parties Events
Downtown…Smorgasburg Los Angeles is a popular weekly culinary adventure at Row DTLA every Sunday. Additionally this lively open-air market features an array of local food vendors as well as a family-friendly beer garden.
Smorgasburg LA
Be aware no dogs are permitted. Event: 10am to 4pm; Row DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St. LA, 90021; https://la.smorgasburg.com/
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Also Downtown…The Broad hosts a FREE Family Weekend Workshop in conjunction with its current exhibition Jeffrey Gibson: the space in which to place me. Drawing inspiration from Gibson’s distinctive lettering system and rich visual practice, attendees will be encouraged to design flags that reflect their values and priorities, whether inspired by a person, place, song, or idea. Be sure to take advantage of the free access to the exhibition while you are there. Event: 11-5pm; Oculus Hall at The Broad, 221 S Grand Ave, LA, 90012; https://www.thebroad.org/events
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Free Shakespeare
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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Hermosa
This is your last chance to catch Five Muses at the Gallery of Hermosa, as it closes tonight. Be sure to check out the work of Jen Hellman. We featured Jen on our sister site – EatTravelGo.com an art inspired travel site. She is an incredibly talented artist and photographer. She wrote two articles for ETG one features Jen Hellman in Peru, and the second is Jen Hellman’s Africa Bucket List Adventure.
Five Muses features additional artists Fumie Coello, Debbie Giese, Eileen Oda, and Anabella Rainer. I stopped in this past Friday for the closing art party. We had a great time. My husband and I ended up taking the whole day off and enjoyed a staycation in Hermosa. Read my article Playing Hooky in Hermosa. We all need a break sometimes. I encourage you all to take a day off and partake in all that LA has to offer.
Jen Hellman Matted and framed; 33 x 45; &1,200
See the above image by Jen Hellman. “While driving the California coast, I pulled over to photograph the Bixby Bridge just as immense fog rolled in, obscuring the far side and swallowing the landscape beyond. The structure appeared suspended in space, its roadway vanishing into white—a road to nowhere, or everywhere.” Additional artists include: Fumie Coello, Debbie Giese, Eileen Oda, and Anabella Rainer. The group show features paintings as well as photography. Hours: 11am-4pm; Gallery of Hermosa, 138 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach CA 90254; https://www.galleryofhermosa.com
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Santa Monica
The Fantasticks continues tonight at the 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. 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: 2pm; Tickets are $45 (student/senior discounts $30 and 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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West Hollywood
Nice Girl continues its run at Rogue Machine tonight at 5pm. This poignant play was written by two-time Lecomte du Noüy Prize winner Melissa Ross, and directed by Ann Bronston. Performance: 5pm; Tickets are $45 – $60; Seniors: $35; Students with ID: $25; Call for more information 855-585-5185 and reservations or visit the website; Rogue Machine at the Matrix Theatre, upstairs on the Henry Murray Stage, 7657 Melrose Ave., LA, 90046; https://www.roguemachinetheatre.org/
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The Hollywood Bowl hosts the final performance of Jesus Christ Superstar with the music world’s top performers for three nights. This historic show is timeless, written by Tim Rice (lyrics) and Andrew Lloyd Webber (music), so an impressive cast has been lined up. It includes Cynthia Erivo as Jesus, Adam Lambert as Judas, Phillipa Soo as Mary Magdalene, Josh Gad as King Herod, and Raúl Esparza as Pontius Pilate and lots more. Director Sergio Trujillo also choreographs, while Stephen Oremus is the musical director.
This was a fantastic show. I attended the opening night – view our ETG Instagram to see videos of some amazing performances. BTW – there are so many great acts performing at the Bowl this season. Visit LAArtParty’s Hollywood Bowl 2025 Season Feature for more info. Event: 8pm; Gates Open: 6pm; Admission starts at $202; The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068; https://www.hollywoodbowl.com
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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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Don’t forget Free Summer Music Events are NOW happening, see our sister site for more info – EatTravelGo.com
For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
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Or enjoy artist / gallerist interviews on our Art Talk Page also on ETG.
