Saturday, November 2, 2024 art parties and events in LA include galas and great performance in addition to art. Moreover, it is the final day of Dia de la Muertos. If you have not stop by to visit some incredible alters…what are you waiting for? See below for links for additional Día de los Muertos events in LA.
November 2 2024 Art Parties and Events
Olvera Street, Teatro Del Barrio; courtesy of Olvera Street
Downtown…Olvera Street also hosts the last day of its nine day Dia de los Muertos festival. See LAArtParty’s full list of Day of the Dead events in LA. While the entertainment officially begins during the day (11am) the nightly novenario procession begins at 7:00pm, which includes an indigenous blessing ceremony and live performances. Moreover, community altars on display in the plaza as well. Also there are various events taking place throughout the run. It runs through November 2, 2024. 125 Paseo de la Plaza, LA 90012; https://www.olveraevents.com/day-of-the-dead-olvera-street
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Nearby…stop by Grand Park to see the final day of the annual Dia de la Muertos Alters. The two-week installation was created to honor the holiday and our loved ones who have passed on. CLICK HERE to find out about more.
Día de los Muertos events in LA. Exhibition on view: 8am-9pm through November 2, 2024; Gloria Molina Grand Park, 200 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012; https://grandparkla.org/diadelosmuertos
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Also Downtown…Patricia Sweetow Gallery celebrates Japanese artist Wakana Kimura in a solo exhibition titled Journey to the West: Alien of Extraordinary Ability. This is the artist’s first solo exhibition with the gallery. Art Party: 4-6:30pm; Patricia Sweetow Gallery, 1700 S Santa Fe Ave Ste 351, Los Angeles, CA 90021; https://www.patriciasweetowgallery.com
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Studio City
Carter Sexton hosts an art opening and potluck tonight. Enjoy drinks and snacks; Art Party: 5-7pm; Carter Sexton, 5308 Laurel Canyon, Valley Village, 91607; https://www.cartersexton.com/
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Central LA/MacArthur Park area
Shatto Gallery presents While I’m Away, an exhibition of new works by multi-disciplinary artist, Rocky Morton.
Known primarily for his work in filmmaking, Morton makes a striking return to his roots in painting, exploring the depths of human experience through his unique artistic lens. Art Party: 6-9pm; Shatto Gallery, 3130 Wilshire Blvd #104, LA 90010; https://www.shattogallery.com
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Hollywood
Tanya Bonakdar Gallery Los Angeles hold an artist talk in conjunction with its current exhibition Lisa Williamson: Hover Land Lover. Simone Krug, curator at the Aspen Art Museum will have a conversation with the artist. Krug has organized exhibitions and produced performances with artists including Lena Henke, Cauleen Smith, Poncili Creación, Maja Ruznic, Naotaka Hiro, Hanna Hur, Kelly Akashi, Maren Hassinger, among others. Art Talk: 4pm; Tanya Bonakdar, 1010 North Highland Avenue, LA, 90038; http://tanyabonakdargallery.com
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Also in Hollywood…Mash Gallery presents its latest exhibition titled Dazzling Glamor of Creative Pursuit. The group show features over 30+ artists who have displayed art at MASH in the past.
Golden Veil by Haleh Mashian, Mixed media on canvas (Framed), 48 x 48 in (122 x 122 cm)
Artists include: Eva Carzul, Morgane Clavaud, Jill Daniels, Carrie Fell, Marko Gavrilović, Julia Hacker, Andy Harwood, Christie Hopkins, Toni Martin, Haleh Mashian, Lola Okunola, Jon Pannier, Jenny Vinter, Layda Rodriguez, Ramona Stelzer, Didem Yagci, as well as many more. Art Party: 6-9pm; Mash Gallery, 812 N. La Cienega Blvd. LA ,90069; https://www.mashgallery.com/
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Santa Monica
bG Gallery throws an opening art party for Test Pilots. The group exhibition features artists new to the gallery as well as gallery artists who are crossing into uncharted territory in their creative journeys. Art Party: 5-8pm; bG Gallery, Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Ave #A2, Santa Monica, CA 90405; https://santamonica.bgartdealings.com
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Venice
Arcane Space debuts Giants, by LA based artist J Maskrey. The solo show spotlights the artist’s large-scale paintings, detailing the majestic beauty and resilience of California’s Sequoias. Art Party: 5-8pm; Arcane Space, 324 Sunset Ave. Unit G, Venice, CA 90291(Next to Gjusta Bakery), Venice CA 90291; https://www.arcanespacela.com/
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The Venice Arts Gala is tonight. The special evening celebrates the 30 year anniversary of Venice Arts. Community members come together to support this special nonprofit’s transformative media arts education, college success and creative career programs.
The gala includes a special tribute to Lynn Warshafsky, founding director of Venice Arts and the launch of The Sky Fund in honor of Warshafsky. Read more about the Venice Arts gala and this terrific nonprofit. Event: 5-8pm; Admission: $150; Venice Arts, 13445 Beach Avenue, Marina del Rey; https://www.venicearts.org
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Culver City
The Beyond Gala, Beyond Baroque’s 56th anniversary benefit and awards takes place tonight at Playa Studios. The event honors poets Sesshu Foster, Ashaki M. Jackson, and Douglas Messerli. Exene Cervenka & John Doe, co-founders of the band X, will perform live, and will receive a special recognition as they celebrate their farewell album tour almost 50 years after meeting at Beyond Baroque. UnCabaret’s Beth Lapides is the MC! Enjoy craft cocktails, an exceptional Dia de Los Muertos dinner, and a silent auction, featuring contemporary art, exclusive experiences, and other exciting items! Art Party: 6pm; Beyond Baroque, 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, 90291; http://beyondbaroque.org
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Another in Culver City…Walter Maciel Gallery offers an opening reception for Unwanted Collaborator: Fractured Landscapes and Rubber Herbaria by Jil Weinstock. Furthermore, the New York-based artist has a fifteen-year history with the gallery and this show marks her fifth solo exhibition.
Breach of Confidentiality, the debut solo exhibition by T.J. Dedeaux-Norris also opens at the gallery. Art Party: 5-8pm; Walter Maciel Gallery, 2642 S. La Cienega Blvd., LA, 90034; http://waltermacielgallery.com
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Also in Culver City…BLUM Los Angeles celebrates Umar Rashid: The Kingdom of the Two Californias, La Época del Totalitarismo Part 2., Agata Słowak, as well as Kaifan Wang: One Piece. Art Party: 6-8pm; Blum Los Angeles, 2727 La Cienega Blvd., LA, 90034; https://www.blum-gallery.com
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One more in Culver City…Taylor Fine Art presents The Rectangle is History – Free Form is Boundless by Jerrold Simon. If you wold like to attend this FREE event, RSVP: candice.taylormadeprus@gmail.com or at 424-253-4242; Art Party: 7-10pm; Taylor Fine Art, 6039 Washington Blvd, Culver City, 90232; https://taylorfineart.art
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South Las Angeles
CASA/LA’s 11th annual Wine+Art Event is here. This year’s event promises to be something truly special—all in support of CASA/LA’s mission to advocate for children in the foster care system. It will be a fun evening of connection and creativity, featuring an art auction showcasing over 200 unique pieces. This year Wine+Art will be held at The Beehive, dubbed LA’s cultural hub, located at the historic Goodyear Tract.
Enjoy delicious food from local Los Angeles eateries Pine & Crane, Cena Vegan, Pasta Sisters and Cafe 86, and also drinks from returning favorites, Wine Boss, JUSTIN, Dulce Vida Organic Tequila and Pali Wine. Tickets start at $75 per person and that includes admission to the art auction showcasing affordable artwork from over 100 artists, as well as unlimited access to the cuisine. Plus this is an opportunity to elebrate art and community while benefitting children and families impacted by the foster care and juvenile justice systems. Art Party: 6-9pm; The Beehive by SoLa Impact, 1000 E 60th St, LA 90001; https://www.casala.org/wineart
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Downtown
At the Bendix Building…Track 16 Gallery celebrates Farshid Bazmandegan and his solo show, Drifting in Between: Where Absence Becomes Infinite. In this exhibition, the artist explores the intersection of space, memory, and also the material world. Bazmandegan examines the complexities of exile and displacement. Art Party: 6-9pm; Track 16 Gallery, Bendix Building, 1206 Maple Ave, Suite 100, LA, 90015; https://www.track16.com/
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Also downtown…Charlie James Gallery brings us a solo exhibition – Luke Butler: Color Pictures. This is the artist’s third solo exhibition with the gallery. San Francisco-based Butler draws inspiration from pop culture in addition to the history of film and television in evocative paintings. Therefore these artworks invite the viewer into imagined cinematic worlds. Art Party: 6-9pm; Charlie James Gallery, 969 Chung King Road, LA, 90012; https://www.cjamesgallery.com
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Pico Gardens (DTLA)
Corey Helford Gallery(CHG) presents The Unusual Suspects: Curious Creatures and Iconic Characters, featuring mini-solo exhibitions by six artists, including ceramic sculptor Andy Adamson, award-winning Japan-based artist Jun Makita, renowned San Francisco-based artist Martin Hsu, mystical painter Matt Dangler, Los Angeles’ own Robert Palacios, and also British artist Sas Christian. In Gallery 2 A Change of Scenery opens. Additionally, the solo exhibition features new works by Japanese artist Ryoko Kaneta. A leading figure among Japan’s emerging artists, Kaneta bases her work on ancient Japanese philosophies, including the belief that God resides in all things. In addition, Histoires Naturelles & Grotesques, featuring new works from French painter Bruno Pontiroli will premiere in Gallery 3. Art Party: 7-11pm; CHG, 571 S. Anderson St. LA, 90033; https://coreyhelfordgallery.com
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Venice
Pacific Resident Theatre (PRT) presents Hughie by the incomparable playwright Eugene O’Neil. Directed by Michael Rothhaar, the production is a “pay what you can show.” Hughie runs from November 1-24, 2024; Admission is $25 donation per person; Performance: 8pm; Visit website for more info or to purchase tickets; PRT, 707 Venice Blvd., (Between Lincoln and Abbott Kinney), Venice 90291; https://pacificresidenttheatre.org/
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Santa Monica
Cirque du Soleil is back at the Santa Monica Pier. The acclaimed show KOOZA runs through January 5, 2025. Audiences are invited under the iconic Big Top at the Pier to be part of the joyous return of Cirque du Soleil to this much-loved location. From daredevil performances to mischievous clowns, KOOZA delivers its signature Cirque du Soleil experience. Attendees can expect to see high-flying acrobatics, whimsical characters, lavish costuming, colorful sets, hilarious clowning, as well as a powerful live score.
KOOZA; courtesy of Cirque du Soleil
Read the full feature about Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza. Admission for KOOZA start at $69; Tickets for Santa Monica performances of KOOZA are available online. Performance: 8pm; Santa Monica Pier, Under The Big Top at the Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 90401; http://cirquedusoleil.com/kooza
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