Sunday, October 20, 2024 art parties and events feature a variety of media…theater, art openings, a film festival, live music, and a foodie event.
October 20, 2024: Art Parties & Events
The Fall Beverly Hills Art Show takes place today and tomorrow. Enjoy the works of over 230 local, regional as well as national artists. There is literally every type of media available for sale. CLICK HERE to read all about this iconic art show. Event runs along four blocks of Santa Monica Boulevard, from Rodeo Drive to Rexford Drive. Event: 10am-5pm; Beverly Gardens, 9455 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210; https://www.facebook.com/BHArtShow
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Downtown…Today’s Smorgasburg Los Angeles features ice cream pop-ups and also smorg resident cool treat vendors. It 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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Also downtown…Redcat presents the Wooster group with the West coast premiere of Symphony of Rats.
Written for The Wooster Group in 1988, the reimagined production is co-directed by Elizabeth LeCompte and Kate Valk. Shows are selling out, so hop to it. Performance: 3pm; Admission: $50; REDCAT, 631 West 2nd Street, LA, 90012; https://www.redcat.org/
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Santa Monica
Join 18th Street Arts Center for an all-ages event to celebrate the exhibition An Earth Twin at the Digital Dawn: Tom Van Sant’s GeoSphere Project presented by 18th Street Arts Center, Otis College of Art and Design, and Cypress College. This PST Art exhibition celebrates Van Sant’s visionary creation of a “live Earth” model to promote planetary consciousness, and combat environmental devastation. Explore interactive installations, immersive visual displays, and spectacular sky-related artworks that illuminate Earth’s ecosystems. In addition, LeRoy Downs, “The Jazzcat” will be spinning an eclectic set of extraordinary jazz creating positive ions for the earth and your consciousness. Art Party: 3-7pm; 18th Street Arts Center, Olympic Campus, 1639 18th Street. Santa Monica, CA 90404; https://18thstreet.org/
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Venice
The Venice Heritage Museum Film Festival hosts its 3rd annual event at Venice Heritage Museum. This year’s single day, outdoor festival features filmmakers such as Joshua Enoch Williams, Sarah Niemann, as well as Stanley Mitchell. Food for sale will be provided by festival sponsors Zavalas Pies, All Chill Ice Cream and Davy Jones Liquor Locker.
All proceeds from the VHM Film Festival directly benefit the Venice Heritage Museum’s programming and free admission policy. Event: 7-9pm; Admission is $20; Visit the website for a ticket link; VHM, Main Street Design Center, 228 Main Street, Venice 90291; https://www.veniceheritagemuseum.org
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Mid City
The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene, and stay late for its Sunday residency with The Sam Hirsh Trio. 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; Sam Hirsh Trio: 9:30pm; Ticket prices vary depending on entry time; CLICK HERE for the full schedule. The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035; https://themintla.com
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Santa Monica
Finally, Cirque du Soleil is back at the Santa Monica Pier. The acclaimed show KOOZA kicks off tonight and runs through December 1, 2024. 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.
KOOZA; courtesy of Cirque du Soleil
Attendees can expect to see high-flying acrobatics, whimsical characters, lavish costuming, colorful sets, hilarious clowning, as well as a powerful live score. CLICK HERE to read the full feature. Admission for KOOZA start at $69; Tickets for Santa Monica performances of KOOZA are available online. Two Performances: 2pm and 5:30pm; 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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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
