Sunday, July 13, 2025 arts and entertainment events have a lot to offer today. It’s the final day of both NOMAD IV as well as TRYST, and we have several art openings, a foodie fest, some theatre and live music too. Plus there are tons of Free Summer Music Events are NOW happening, see our sister site for more info – EatTravelGo.com
July 13, 2025 Arts & Entertainment
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. 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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Torrance
Torrance Art Museum hosts its contemporary art pop-up NOMAD IV as well as the international art fair named TRYST.
While it is the fourth year of Nomad IV, featuring all types of media by over 175 artists, it is also the third year of Tryst. The art fair run by artists spotlights the work of independent artists along with collectives and art organizations.
Parking is available in the parking structure, entrance off Hawthorne. Or across the street in the Del Amo mall parking area. Nomad is located on floors 2 and 5; Tryst is located on the third floor; Art Party: 12-6pm; Del Amo Crossing, 21535 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503; https://www.torranceartmuseum.com
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Malibu
Head to the Coast…The Malibu Arts Commission and the City of Malibu present a new exhibition titled Coastal Reflections. Stop in to commemorate the opening of the group show. The exhibition will feature the work of artists embracing surf culture and life on the Malibu coast. Be sure to check out the work of Gay Summer Rick. Art Party: 12-1:30pm; Malibu City Hall, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu; https://malibuartscommission.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=1205
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Mount Wilson Observatory (MWO) hosts he first installation of the 2025 season of its Arts@the Observatory series. Curated by Stephen Nowlin, MWO presents Small Paintings of Infinity by James Griffith. The opening reception taking place today is free to the public. Then once it opens, there is a $5 admission charge and the exhibition will be open on Saturdays through October 26, 2025 from 1-5pm;
Today’s Opening Art Party: 2-5pm; Mount Wilson Observatory, Mount Wilson Circle Road & Mount Wilson Toll Road, Mount Wilson, CA 91023; http://mtwilson.edu/arts-the-observatory
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Westwood
As of June 26, 2025 the world premiere of The Reservoir officially opened at the Gil Cates Theater at the Geffen Playhouse. Written by Jake Brasch (Trip Around the Sun, How to Draw a Triangle) and directed by Shelley Butler (A Doll’s House, Part 2; The Scarlet Letter), the show runs through July 20, 2025.
This production is presented in partnership with Denver Center for the Performing Arts as well as Alliance Theatre. Read more on The Reservoir at the Geffen Feature.
Tickets begin at $36; Purchase tickets by phone at 310.208.2028 or online at www.geffenplayhouse.org. Fees may apply. Performances: 2pm and 7pm; Gil Cates Theater atThe Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., LA, 90024; https://secure.geffenplayhouse.org/
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Mid City
The Shape of Matter by Meagan Cignoli opens Matter Studio Gallery. This is the first solo exhibition by the New York-based artist. Cignoli incorporates various themes into the solo show. Moreover, it features large-scale sculptures, ceramic text pieces, and also experimental bas reliefs. Art Party: 4-8pm; Matter Studio Gallery, 5080 W Pico Blvd., LA, 90019; https://matterstudiogallery.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.
Anaïs Fairweather, Bailey Humiston in Nice Girl; Photo by Jacques Lorch
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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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.
Read more about Arts and Entertainment throughout the world on our sister site EatTravelGo.com, an art inspired travel site.
Or enjoy artist / gallerist interviews on our Art Talk Page also on ETG.
