Saturday, March 8, 2025 is filled with LA art parties art talks, exhibition walk throughs, performances in conjunction with art shows, and theatre too.
March 8 2025 LA Art Parties & Events
In Venice…The Los Angeles Printmaking Society (LAPS) hosts a printmaking workshop in conjunction with its current exhibition At The Threshold, 2024 at SPARC.
The exhibition initiated by Jackie Nach (LAPS) and Kim Berman (APS), is presented by LAPS in addition to the Artists Proof Studio (APS) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Workshop: 12-3pm; Durón Gallery at SPARC, 685 Venice Boulevard, Venice, 90291; https://sparcinla.org
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In Palos Verdes…Curators of 9 x 9: Contemporary Quilts & Containers Carrie Burckle and Jo Lauria will give a Curators’ Tour at the Palos Verdes Art Center. The tour will highlight many of the artists’ influences and inspirations in the exhibition. They will provide unique insights and perspectives on the work. Artists include: Fafnir Adamites, Charlotte Bird, Lavialle Campbell, Joe Cunningham, Barbara Danzi, Lea Feinstein, Luke Haynes, Polly Jacobs Giacchina, Susan Jamart, Merrill Morrison, Kathy Nida, Caitlin Parker, Corine Pearce, Kay Sekimachi, Carol Shaw-Sutton, Karyl Sisson, Elise Vazelakis, and Nicki Voss. Art Tour/Walktrhrough: 1–3 pm; Palos Verdes Art Center / Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education, 5504 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275; http://pvartcenter.org
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In Hancock Park…the Fahey/Klein Gallery hosts an art talk in conjunction with its current exhibition Reverie featuring photographs by Arthur Elgort. This exhibition captures his spontaneous energy of the artist throughout his long career. His expertly crafted photographs feel as natural as personal snapshots. The solo show opened on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Read more about the exhibition on the March 2025 Fahey/Klein Arthur Elgort Feature.
Arthur Elgort, Kate Moss at Cafe Lipp, Pairs, Vogue Italia, 1993 © Arthur Elgort, courtesy of Fahey/Klein Gallery, Los Angeles
Art talk: 2-3pm; The Fahey/Klein Gallery, 148 North La Brea Ave., LA 90036; https://www.faheykleingallery.com/
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Glendale
Head to ace/121 Gallery to enjoy a Koto Harp performance and also a talk by Kozue Matsumoto. The event takes place in conjunction with the gallery’s current exhibition by Lori Markman. Magical Landscapes features new works in addition to mixed media collages from her new series When Things Fall Apart. Furthermore the exhibition was inspired by traditional Japanese landscape art and each piece was created to be peaceful, meditative, spiritual and soothing. Event: 2-3pm; ace/121 Gallery, 130 North Louise St., Glendale, 91206; https://ace121gallery.com
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Also in Glendale…Forest Lawn Museum presents Narcissus Quagliata: Archetypes and Visions in Light and Glass. Today the public can enjoy a FREE open house event with refreshments. Meet the artist and curator for a Q&A. Attendees can also take an exhibition tour. Art Talk/ Exhibition Walk Through: 2-4pm; Forest Lawn Museum, 1712 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale, 91205; https://forestlawn.com
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In Eagle Rock…CHANGES – CAMBIOS opens at Ave 50 Studio. The group show focuses on the inevitable changes of our lives. Artists include: Abelardo de la Peña, Angela Maria Ortiz, Arni Tecson, Bobby Rojas, , Gwen Freeman, Heriberto Luna, Joey Montoya, John Zender, J. Michael Walker, Johnny Castillo, Kiara Aileen Machado, Man One, Pablo Cristi, Patricia Woodlin, Peter Hess, Rebecca Nabarrete, Louis Jacinto as well as many more.
Visit the website for a full artist list. Art Party: 3-6pm; Ave 50 Studio (new location), 3714 N. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90065; https://avenue50studio.org/
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Geffen Playhouse
NOISES OFF just has a few performances left at the Geffen’s Gil Cates Theater. Presented by Geffen Playhouse, and Steppenwolf Theatre Company this hysterical British farce is written by Michael Frayn. Furthermore, the popular production is directed by Anna D. Shapiro, and It tells the story of a chaotic theater company. Find out more about the show on the Geffen’s Noises Off Feature. Performance: 3pm and 8pm; Tickets range from $36.00 – $155.00. Available by phone at 310.208.2028 in addition to online at www.geffenplayhouse.org. Fees may apply. Rush tickets for each day’s performance are available to the general public one hour before showtime at the box office. $40.00 General/$20.00 Student. Gil Cates Theater at Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Ave., LA, 90024; https://www.geffenplayhouse.org/
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In Culver City…Walter Maciel Gallery brings us an opening for Kinship by Tommy Mitchell. The artist created his artworks in two studios Baltimore and Los Angeles. This exhibition is the first solo show for the artist. It will feature new figurative paintings made of ink and acrylic paint on paper and mounted on panels. Art Party: 5-8pm; walter maciel gallery, 2642 s. la Cienega blvd., LA 90034; http://waltermacielgallery.com
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In the Miracle Mile area…TAG Gallery hosts its 3rd Annual Lazarus Excellence in Watercolor Exhibition. The group show is juried by California Plein Air Watercolorist Carolyn Lord. The exhibition spotlights US based artists and includes watercolor, gouache, and watercolor pencil. Selected artists will be presented with cash awards and honorable mention. The Shelley Lazarus Water Color Awards Ceremony: Art Party: 5-8pm; TAG Gallery, 5458 Wilshire Blvd. LA, 90036; https://www.taggallery.net
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Bergamot Station
In Santa Monica, at Bergamot Station…Lois Lambert Gallery hosts Biofeedback Art & Research Symposium.
Attendees will enjoy a special performance series featuring three musician-researchers, Micah Huang in duo with Kenny Zhao, Alex Chechile, and Barbara Nerness, who employ biofeedback as a tool for creating music. Biofeedback is a process that electronically monitors rhythms of the body: brainwaves, heart rate, and electrodermal activity. Following a presentation of the history of biofeedback music, these performances will demonstrate the process of using biofeedback technology as a tool in experimental music composition. Performance 6-8pm; Lois Lambert Gallery, Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Ave., E3, Santa Monica, 90404; https://loislambertgallery.com
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One more in Santa Monica, also at Bergamot Station…Copro Gallery throws an opening art party for new exhibitions – BUB: Blue Collar Monsters, as well as Annie Montgomerie: Skipovers. Art Party: 6-10pm; Copro Gallery (T-5), Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica; http://www.copronason.com/
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West Adams
Thinkspace Projects presents Yasuhito Kawasaki: Beautiful Life, Sr. Papa’ Chango: This Is Not Sweet, and Pony Ma: Sin Sinus.
Arriving from Japan for the show, Yasuhito Kawasaki brings us a dozen new paintings on canvas as well as a dozen new ceramic works. A Mexican muralist based in Berlin, Germany, Sr. Papa’ Chango, this artist introduces us to colorful characters living in both fantasy and also reality. Needless to say Pony Ma’s artwork celebrates pop culture. Art Party: 6-9pm; Thinkspace Projects, 4207 W. Jefferson Blvd. & 4217 W. Jefferson Blvd., LA 90016; https://thinkspaceprojects.com
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Also in the West Adams area…Resig & Taylor Contemporary offers an opening art party to celebrate new works by San Francisco-based artist Xiao He (b. 1998, Chengdu, China). Art Party: 6-9pm; Reisig and Taylor Contemporary, 4478 West Adams Boulevard, LA 90016; https://www.reisigandtaylorcontemporary.com
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Melrose Hill Wilding Cran’s Gallery
Wilding Cran Gallery has moved to Melrose Hill. Its inaugural show is titled The Messengers. an exhibition of new paintings by Los Angeles-based artists Francesca Gabbiani and Eddie Ruscha.
Through their collaborative exchange, Gabbiani and Ruscha channel shared visions of ecological hope and healing to reflect upon the restorative cycles of the natural world. The vibrant series of works on paper combine painting and also collage with soft, fluid forms and hard edges to embrace interconnection as a transcendent mode of survival. While Ruscha’s airbrush techniques produce smooth, ethereal forms, Gabbiani’s hand-painted paper collages add depth and texture, pulling the viewer into a pulsing landscape of fusion and duality. Art Party: 6-8pm; Wilding Cran Gallery, 607 N Western Avenue., LA, 90004; https://wildingcran.com/
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DTLA
In the Bendix Building…515 Bendix hosts a closing reception for a group exhibition titled Ash Flower. Art Party: 7-9pm; 515, 1206 Maple Ave., #515, LA, 90015; https://www.515bendix.com
Also in the Bendix Building…it’s the final weekend of Marie-Josè: Between Walls, I Find My Voice currently on view at TSLA (same space). It officially cloes tomorrow, so be sure take in both exhibitions while you are there.
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DTLA…The art of FIDIA will be featured for the first time in the US, with a new monographic book, FIDIA: A-POP-ALYPSE NOW published by Gribaudo. Enjoy an art party and a book signing, as well as a special after party starting at 9pm, with a DJ set by special Guest Simone Barbaresi from Italy.
FIDIA with work; courtesy of artist
Moreover there will be drinks, Italian food and also a great vibe. RSVP for the FREE Fidia Opening. Art Party: 6-9pm; After Party: 9pm-1am; 1311 Palmetto Street DTLA; https://www.fidiafalaschetti.com/
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RedCat
Also Downtown…RedCat holds a free presentation of the film Digital Infinities: Spirited Pixels. Arrive early (6pm) for a pre-screening reception. Enjoy light complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and also specially themed candy at the REDCAT Lounge. Then stay after the film for a post-screening mixer with featured artists at 9pm. Furthermore, the screening takes place in conjunction with the exhibition Digital Witness: Revolutions in Design, Photography, and Film. It is currently on view at LACMA through April 27, 2025, Digital Infinities explores the histories, present, and future of experimental computer generated work. Thus expanding upon the possibilities of the moving image. Pre-screening reception: 6pm; Screening: 7pm (75 minutes); Post-screening mixer: 9pm; REDCAT, 631 West 2nd Street, LA, 90012; https://www.redcat.org/
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In Culver City…Taylor Fine Art presents a solo exhibition titled The Disko Show: But You Didn’t Die by Damari Butler. The show’s name gives a nod to taking risks, embracing the unknown, and surviving—even thriving—through life’s most daring adventures. Art Party: 7-10pm; Taylor Fine Art, 6039 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 90232; https://taylorfineart.art
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More Theatre
In Los Feliz…Unconditional, A Musical Memoir opens at the Skylight Theatre. Margot Rose wrote the new play, and Anne Kenny directed it. Findawayhome Ink presents the true story. It’s a poignant tale of dedication as well as loss; community and love. Two women in their mid-forties of to extraordinary lengths to have kids. Performance: 7:30pm; Admission: $30; Skylight Theatre, 1816 ½ North Vermont, LA, 90027; https://www.skylighttheatre.org
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