Another weekend is upon us. We have live music, some comedy, as well as art events for you on Thursday, Friday, May 16-17, 2024 Art Parties and Events. Just a warning…Saturday is a palatial art night.
Thursday, Friday, May 16-17, 2024 Art Parties and Events
Thursday, May 16, 2024
In Venice…There are just two more days of the 45th Annual Venice Family Clinic Art Walk + Auction which started on May 10, 2024. ClICK HERE to find out more about this annual event. Auction: May 10 – 19, 2024, 11am-6pm; 910 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Venice, 90291; http://venicefamilyclinic.org/veniceartwalk
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In West Hollywood…albertz benda debuts Carolwood, by New York-based Australian artist Jake Clark. The solo exhibition features outdoor pieces which offer a nod to Los Angeles. Art Party: 6-8pm; albertz benda, 8260 Marmont Lane, LA, 90069; https://www.albertzbenda.com
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In Miracle Mile…Wienholt Projects throws an opening art party for a new exhibition titled California Love. Curated by artist Preston Douglas Boyer, the group show features thirteen LA-based artists. Art Party: 6-9pm; Visit the website for more info, and to RSVP for this free event; Wienholt Projects, 5500 Wilshire Boulevard #suite 150 LA, 90036; https://www.wienholtprojects.com
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Friday, May 17, 2024
In Culver City…Carousel by Justin Cooper opens at Summerjax Studios from 6-10pm. The solo exhibition features artworks ranging from 2019 to 2024. Art Party: 6-10pm; Summerjax Studios, 6006 Washington Blvd, Culver City CA 90232; https://www.summerjax.com; https://justincooper.art
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In Inglewood….The Kia Forum presents Justine Timberlake. Just in case you don’t know he paid his dues singing up the ranks with the boy band NSYNC. As a solo performer, he has far exceeded all expectations, and is still going strong.
Admission ranges $82 – $482; The LA Forum, 3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305; https://thekiaforum.com
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Koreatown
Singer-songwriter Jesse McCartney performs at the Wiltern tonight. In addition to performing music for his entire life, he started as a Disney teenage star. His music attracts fans across the world. Admission: $99-$495; Doors: 7pm; Show: 8pm; The Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Blvd, LA 90010; https://www.lamusictheatre.com
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Lastly in 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; CLICK HERE to RSVP for events (multiple dates); FB Page; Bar Lubitsch, 7702 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90046; https://jetpackcomedy.com/
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CLICK HERE for additional upcoming art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events.
