Thursday, Friday, March 26, 27, 2025 Art Parties & Events offers a wonderful start to a busy weekend. As the 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival kicks off, happenings take place at Track 16, and CAAM. Then on Friday the festival continues along with additional theatre performances, art parties and comedy too.
March 26-27, 2025 Art Parties & Events
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Los Feliz...Celebrate female voices in the Theatre with the 33rd Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival. The festival begins with an opening gala and award ceremony held at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre tonight. Furthermore, the champagne gala will pay tribute to six women, and is hosted by Ted Lange (The Love Boat) and Florence LaRue (The Fifth Dimension, Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame). Find out more on the website. Opening Gala: 6:30pm; Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, LA 90027; https://lawtf.org/
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Exposition Park
The California African American Museum (CAAM) and the Reparations Club celebrate the LA launch of Kin by New York Times–bestselling author Tayari Jones. The novel spotlights mothers and daughters, as well as friendship, sisterhood, and also the complexities of being a woman in the American South. The well known author of four book had her latest book An American Marriage chosen to be on the Oprah’s Book Club list. Book Launch event: 7-8pm; The California African American Museum, 600 State Drive, LA, 90037; https://caamuseum.org/
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Downtown
In the Bendix Building…Track 16 Gallery hosts an art talk with painter Cole Case. The event takes place in conjunction with the gallery’s current exhibition – And it Keeps Coming ‘Til the Day it Stops.
Art writer, and curator Shana Nys Dambrot will discuss the artist’s solo show. Also a percentage of sales will be donated to CHIRLA.org, the Coalition of Humane Immigrant Rights. nd it Keeps Coming ‘Til the Day it Stops will be view through April 18, 2026; Art Talk: 7pm; Track 16 Gallery, Bendix Building, 1206 Maple Ave, Suite 100, LA, 90015; https://www.track16.com/
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Friday, March 27, 2026
In North Hollywood…It’s time to pay tribute to talented women in the theatre with the 33rd annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival. Continue to celebrate the best of female voices all weekend long. The opening gala was held yesterday, and today is the second day. From today on, all events take place at the Theatre 68 Arts Complex through the weekend (March 29, 2 026); THE STRENGTH WE CARRY is the 2026 Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival theme. Event: 8pm; See website complete event list and admission; Theatre 68 Arts Complex, 5112 Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91601; https://lawtf.org/
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Santa Monica
Dorado 806 Projects hosts a closing art party for California Dreaming. The group show is curated by Amelie Laurice and Meghan DeRoma. Remember, it’s the final day of the run, so don’t miss it. Art Party: 5-8pm; Dorado 806 Projects, 806 Broadway, Santa Monica, 90401; https://www.dorado806.com/
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The Hollywood Improv (Main Room) presents comics Anthony Jeselnik, Craig Robinson, Thash Mose and also special guests.
Seating is general admission, first-come, first-served, with the exception of groups and premium booths. No cell phone use, photography or video recording is permitted during performances. Prior to performance, phones will be taken and then returned after show. Show starts at 7:30pm; Doors open at 7pm; 21+; Admission $34.49; Hollywood Improv (The Main Room) 8162 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90046; https://improv.com/
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West Hollywood
Artopia returns to Hotel Ziggy to celebrate its one-year anniversary with an immersive evening bringing together local artists, live music, vinyl, fashion, and community. Explore original artwork from independent artists and watch them create live art in real time. Plus dig through vinyl, and experience a creative marketplace where everything you see can go home with you. Attendees will enjoy a lively mix of music, dance, art, and culture in Ziggy’s signature creative setting. Come discover something new and meet the artists behind the work.
Event: 8pm-12am; Cover: $9 at the door; 8462 West Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 90069; https://hotelziggy.com/event/
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Also in Santa Monica…Three Coconuts continues at the Miles Memorial Playhouse. The West Coast Jewish Theatre presents the comedy and it’s written and also directed by Howard Teichman and Steven G. Simon and produced by Howard Teichman. For additional info, see the Three Coconuts feature. Performance: 8pm Tickets: $40; Seniors and Santa Monica residents, $35; Reservations: 323-821-2449 or visit the website; Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Ave., Santa Monica, 90403; http://wcjt.org
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West Hollywood
Jetpack Comedy is LA’s best Friday stand-up comedy showcase. Comics from HBO, Netflix, and also SNL cast members, all drop-in for a night of laughter. Headliners and surprise drop-ins have included: Sarah Silverman, Kevin Nealon, Fred Armisen, Bob Odenkirk, Pete Holmes, Hannibal Buress, Kumail Nanjiani, Maria Bamford, Hasan Minhaj, Jeff Garlin, Ali Wong, Demetri Martin, as well as many more.
Event begins: 8:30pm; Admission starts at $20; Visit the website to RSVP for events (multiple dates); FB Page; Bar Lubitsch, 7702 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90046; https://jetpackcomedy.com/
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