LAaLALanders,This week in LAaLALand there are lots of international concerts to see and also, a few festivals and film screenings.
Enjoy!
LAaLA
THURSDAY, 7.17.08:::::::::::::::::::::::
SUNSET CONCERTS AT THE SKIRBALL FEATURING TCHEKA
Cape Verdean singer/songwriter/guitarist Manuel Lopes Andrade, AKA Tcheka, is the pioneer of that West African island’s batuque rhythm. His unique narrative songs tell of Cape Verde’s people, heritage and atmosphere… Enjoy all of tis outdoor at the fabulous Skirball Center’s patio. Free
7pm
@ Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles 90049
Parking (cash only): $10 per car, or $5 for cars carrying three or more people
SIZZLING SUMMER NIGHTS ’08 @ THE AUTRY FEATURING FRANCISCO AGUABELLA & HIS LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
See another side of Griffith Park at the Autry National Center’s weekly live music and dance party featuring sounds of mambo, son, Latin jazz, charanga, and Afro-Cuba. There will be complimentary dance lessons by Trish Connery and even a separate dance floor for kids. The café and taco bar open at 6pm and they serve the best margaritas in Griffith Park, while there are extended museum hours so you can peruse the exhibit.
$7 but free for Autry members
6:30-9pm
Griffith Park Campus
Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles 90027-1462
http://www.autrynationalcenter.org/sizzling_summer.php
http://www.franciscoaguabella.com/
CHEAP SKATE
Roll, bounce, skate every Thursday thru 8.28.08, skate for $7 per person including the admission.
$7
7:30-9:30pm
Pasadena Ice Skating Center
310 East Green Street
Pasadena 91101
FRIDAY, 7.18.08:::::::::::::::::::::::::
FRIDAY NIGHT SING-ALONGS: MUSIC OF BROADWAY
Sing along to classic Broadway tunes! Music from your favorite musicals
like My Fair Lady, Dreamgirls, Phantom of the Opera and more! Belt it out - singers of all levels are welcome. Limited seating!
Free
7:30-9pm
Walt Disney Concert Hall
135 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles 90012
SUMMER SCREENING MIXERS @ BARKER BLOCK
Enjoy free (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) drinks and flicks in downtown L.A.’s Arts District Barker Block’s courtyard. This outdoor sneak preview of the Downtown Film Festival’s film selection is a chance to picnic or just chillout on the lawn. Chairs will also be provided. Tonight’s film is the mockumentary/Rock Musical“Your Name Here” (2008/83 mins./USA) written and directed by Tamara Halpern. It’s the coming-of-age story of 2 teens who want to start a band and all the crazy adults who get involved. The original music was written and performed by the teens. This is a great family flick!
Free
7:30pm
Barker Block
501-530 Hewitt St.
Los Angeles 90013
http://www.dffla.com/
SATURDAY, 7.19.08:::::::::::::::::::::::::::
THE SKIRBALL CENTER PRESENTS BALANDUGU KAN
West African drum and dance troupe Balandugu Kan—which means "the sound of the village of Balandugu," in Guinea— tells stories and songs in the powerful Guinean style known as Djembe. The group relates ancient traditional African tales to modern society.
Free; minimum café purchase required for table seating: $10 per adult, $5 per child. Limited seating
12-2pm
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles 90049
http://www.myspace.com/villagepeopledjembekan
GRAND PERFORMANCES presents WALDEMAR BASTOS & RICARDO LEMVO
On one stage, these two sonic maestros are a sight not to miss! The international sounds of the Congo-born, Angolan decended Ricardo Lemvo salsero who blends soukous, merengue, Afro-Portuguese and Congolese rhythms alongside
Zairean-native, Angola-bred singer/songwriter Waldemar Bastos. He sings of a a war-ravaged land, the virtues of hope and life.
Free
8-10pm
California Plaza
350 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles 90071
http://www.grandperformances.org/
ZUMBA CLASS
Try this fat blasting, 600 calorie-burning, high energy, cardio workout all set to diverse Latin beats under the guidance of charismatic teacher Maruca Medina. It’s a non-stop easy workout that can get you prepped for your next Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Bachata or Reggaeton club experience. Held at Hip Hop choreographer Fatima Robinson’s Los Feliz studio, this free first class should not be missed. And if you like it, the subsequent classes are $10/each.
First class free, $10 after
11am-12pm
Forsight Studios
3501Q West Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles 90026
323.823.9513
POUNDER-KONE ART SPACE presents BLOOM, NEW ANGELENO
Fabulous thespian CCH Pounder and talented her husband Boubacar Kone open this serene Atwater Village gallery for this unique exhibit featuring artists Gavin Chanin, Chris Ding, Rebecca Frey, Jennifer Ko, Gina Kosty and Alma Playle. Their work interacts with and challenges current trends within the L.A. art scene. Collectors can invest in young talent that is surely going places.
Free
Tonight’s Opening Reception: 6-9pm
Art Pounder-Koné Art Space
3407 Glendale Blvd.
Atwater Village
Los Angeles 90027
www.cchpkas.com
BOBBY MATOS AFRO-LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
More free outdoor Latin Jazz sounds.
Free
8-10pm
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts
Memorial Park
2230 West 6th Street
Los Angeles 90057
GETTY CENTER SUMMER SESSIONS ’08 presents UNSHAKEABLE GROOVE
Take a trip to the musical heart of Africa. The 11-piece Budos Band encompass bass, guitar, electro organ, trumpets, baritone, saxophone, bongos, congas, tambourine, guiro, clave and shekere. They explore funk, Afro-beat, and soul music. Joining them are our local group Fool's Gold – where Africa meets Cali with Hebrew lyrics and funky dancing. DJ Jeremy Sole’s Musaics blends Afro-beat, cumbia, Highlife, jazz, dub, and experimental beats. He’s the co-founder and resident DJ of Afro Funké, Zanzibar’s weekly Thursday party. As there there weren’t enough performers, add the Filipino Aurelito and Jam-rock-born Shakespeare AKA I&I Sound. From a 1969 ice cream truck with turntables, amps, and speakers called "Destiny," they blast their positive dub message.
Free
6–9:30pm
Getty Center
Museum Courtyard and Garden Terrace
1200 Getty Center Drive
Los Angeles
$8 parking
http://www.getty.edu/visit/events/summer_sessions_2008.html
HAMMER MUSEUM presents SCREENINGS OF LESS THAN ZERO & THE BIG LEBOWSKI
In conjunction with the exhibit "Between Earth and Heaven: The Architecture of John Lautner," the museum’s showing four films shot in various Lautner homes.
Check out these back-to-back screenings of malaise "Less Than Zero" and noir satire "The Big Lebowski" Los Angeles style.
Free
7pm
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90024
http://www.hammer.ucla.edu/programs
LACMA presents ORCHESTRA CHARANGOA
Charanga means a band that plays popular, festive music en Español. The premier charanga orchestra performed in the early 20th century under the direction of Antonio María Romeu. In the past 10 years, Fay Roberts and Orquesta Charangoa have been keeping the traditional Cuban dance sounds alive. At this outdoor venue, you’ll be sitting on grass so bring your folding chairs, blankets, grub and drinks!
FREE
5-7pm
LACMA
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org/programs/LatinSounds.aspx
http://www.charangoa.com/
GLOW – DUSK TO DAWN FESTIVAL
This 12 hour all-night party features media art, performances, music, and sculpture installations! The Santa Monica Pier becomes a one-night studio/gallery under the stars at the only event that has ever gotten permission to open the pier and beach to the public all night. GLOW with your glowsticks while enjoying the tonal ambience of SASSAS and dublab. Chill, doze, glow!
Free
7pm-7am
@ Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica
http://www.glowsantamonica.org/
SUNDAY, 7.20.08:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
HELIOTROPE BLOCK PARTY featuring INES BRUNN
This film fest takes you on 3 days of visual trips with bikes involved. Short films on Friday, features on Saturday and uniquely, on Sunday there’s an outdoor demo with Ines Brunn’s fixed gear tricks. This all-day street party also includes bike games, a bunnyhop contest, track and free-style competitions.
Free
12-8pm
Sunday Street Party @ Heliotrope Drive @ Melrose
East Hollywood
323.463.6819
http://bicyclefilmfestival.com/2008_site/la/
SALSA ON THE 3RD STREET PROMENADE
Don’t be shy - every Sunday (thru 8.31), beginner, intermediate and master salsa dancers jam with 4 hours of Latin music. Wepa!
Free
4-8pm
Third Street Promenade
1351 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica 90401
310.393.8355
ALL WEEKEND (SEE BELOW FOR SPECIFIC DATES & TIMES)
AUSTRALIA'S STRANGE FRUIT FREE LUNCHTIME PERFORMANCES
This down under troupe of spectacular dancers on 13-foot-high swaying poles from the down under, will perform their theatre, dance and circus elevated fusion as they bend and sway in the air
Free
Friday, 7.18.08 & Saturday, 7.19.08 at 11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm.
7+FIG @ Ernst & Young Plaza
725 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles 90017
http://www.7fig.com/
http://www.strangefruit.net.au/
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL/LA presents THE TAMING OF THE SHREW
Check out this modern-day spin on Shakespeare’s classic outdoors. No outside food and drink but The Galero Grill is open from 5:30-7:45pm for a light dinner.
Free
Thru 7.20.08 @ 8 pm
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
555 West Temple Ave
Los Angeles 90012
http://www.freewillla.org/
CINESPIA / SEASON 2008
Bring blankets, drinks and picnic dinner for special screenings of the Stanley Kubrick’s classic A Clockwork Orange and Michael Caine’s 70s British gangster Get Carter. DJs Carlos Nino & Jun spin before and after the screenings. No tall chairs allowed!
$10 donation tickets (@ gate), parking $5.
Saturday, 7.19.08 – A Clockwork Orange (1972, 136 mins)
Sunday, 7.20.08 – Get Garter (1971, 99 mins)
Gates open at 7:30 pm, screening at 9:00 pm
@ Hollywood Forever Cemetery
6000 Santa Monica Boulevard @ Gower
http://www.cinespia.org/
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1037109561
http://www.myspace.com/cemeteryscreenings
SUNSET CONCERTS AT THE SKIRBALL FEATURING TCHEKA
Cape Verdean singer/songwriter/guitarist Manuel Lopes Andrade, AKA Tcheka, is the pioneer of that West African island’s batuque rhythm. His unique narrative songs tell of Cape Verde’s people, heritage and atmosphere… Enjoy all of tis outdoor at the fabulous Skirball Center’s patio. Free
7pm
@ Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles 90049
Parking (cash only): $10 per car, or $5 for cars carrying three or more people
SIZZLING SUMMER NIGHTS ’08 @ THE AUTRY FEATURING FRANCISCO AGUABELLA & HIS LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
See another side of Griffith Park at the Autry National Center’s weekly live music and dance party featuring sounds of mambo, son, Latin jazz, charanga, and Afro-Cuba. There will be complimentary dance lessons by Trish Connery and even a separate dance floor for kids. The café and taco bar open at 6pm and they serve the best margaritas in Griffith Park, while there are extended museum hours so you can peruse the exhibit.
$7 but free for Autry members
6:30-9pm
Griffith Park Campus
Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles 90027-1462
http://www.autrynationalcenter.org/sizzling_summer.php
http://www.franciscoaguabella.com/
CHEAP SKATE
Roll, bounce, skate every Thursday thru 8.28.08, skate for $7 per person including the admission.
$7
7:30-9:30pm
Pasadena Ice Skating Center
310 East Green Street
Pasadena 91101
FRIDAY, 7.18.08:::::::::::::::::::::::::
FRIDAY NIGHT SING-ALONGS: MUSIC OF BROADWAY
Sing along to classic Broadway tunes! Music from your favorite musicals
like My Fair Lady, Dreamgirls, Phantom of the Opera and more! Belt it out - singers of all levels are welcome. Limited seating!
Free
7:30-9pm
Walt Disney Concert Hall
135 N. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles 90012
SUMMER SCREENING MIXERS @ BARKER BLOCK
Enjoy free (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) drinks and flicks in downtown L.A.’s Arts District Barker Block’s courtyard. This outdoor sneak preview of the Downtown Film Festival’s film selection is a chance to picnic or just chillout on the lawn. Chairs will also be provided. Tonight’s film is the mockumentary/Rock Musical“Your Name Here” (2008/83 mins./USA) written and directed by Tamara Halpern. It’s the coming-of-age story of 2 teens who want to start a band and all the crazy adults who get involved. The original music was written and performed by the teens. This is a great family flick!
Free
7:30pm
Barker Block
501-530 Hewitt St.
Los Angeles 90013
http://www.dffla.com/
SATURDAY, 7.19.08:::::::::::::::::::::::::::
THE SKIRBALL CENTER PRESENTS BALANDUGU KAN
West African drum and dance troupe Balandugu Kan—which means "the sound of the village of Balandugu," in Guinea— tells stories and songs in the powerful Guinean style known as Djembe. The group relates ancient traditional African tales to modern society.
Free; minimum café purchase required for table seating: $10 per adult, $5 per child. Limited seating
12-2pm
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Los Angeles 90049
http://www.myspace.com/villagepeopledjembekan
GRAND PERFORMANCES presents WALDEMAR BASTOS & RICARDO LEMVO
On one stage, these two sonic maestros are a sight not to miss! The international sounds of the Congo-born, Angolan decended Ricardo Lemvo salsero who blends soukous, merengue, Afro-Portuguese and Congolese rhythms alongside
Zairean-native, Angola-bred singer/songwriter Waldemar Bastos. He sings of a a war-ravaged land, the virtues of hope and life.
Free
8-10pm
California Plaza
350 South Grand Avenue
Los Angeles 90071
http://www.grandperformances.org/
ZUMBA CLASS
Try this fat blasting, 600 calorie-burning, high energy, cardio workout all set to diverse Latin beats under the guidance of charismatic teacher Maruca Medina. It’s a non-stop easy workout that can get you prepped for your next Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Bachata or Reggaeton club experience. Held at Hip Hop choreographer Fatima Robinson’s Los Feliz studio, this free first class should not be missed. And if you like it, the subsequent classes are $10/each.
First class free, $10 after
11am-12pm
Forsight Studios
3501Q West Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles 90026
323.823.9513
POUNDER-KONE ART SPACE presents BLOOM, NEW ANGELENO
Fabulous thespian CCH Pounder and talented her husband Boubacar Kone open this serene Atwater Village gallery for this unique exhibit featuring artists Gavin Chanin, Chris Ding, Rebecca Frey, Jennifer Ko, Gina Kosty and Alma Playle. Their work interacts with and challenges current trends within the L.A. art scene. Collectors can invest in young talent that is surely going places.
Free
Tonight’s Opening Reception: 6-9pm
Art Pounder-Koné Art Space
3407 Glendale Blvd.
Atwater Village
Los Angeles 90027
www.cchpkas.com
BOBBY MATOS AFRO-LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
More free outdoor Latin Jazz sounds.
Free
8-10pm
Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts
Memorial Park
2230 West 6th Street
Los Angeles 90057
GETTY CENTER SUMMER SESSIONS ’08 presents UNSHAKEABLE GROOVE
Take a trip to the musical heart of Africa. The 11-piece Budos Band encompass bass, guitar, electro organ, trumpets, baritone, saxophone, bongos, congas, tambourine, guiro, clave and shekere. They explore funk, Afro-beat, and soul music. Joining them are our local group Fool's Gold – where Africa meets Cali with Hebrew lyrics and funky dancing. DJ Jeremy Sole’s Musaics blends Afro-beat, cumbia, Highlife, jazz, dub, and experimental beats. He’s the co-founder and resident DJ of Afro Funké, Zanzibar’s weekly Thursday party. As there there weren’t enough performers, add the Filipino Aurelito and Jam-rock-born Shakespeare AKA I&I Sound. From a 1969 ice cream truck with turntables, amps, and speakers called "Destiny," they blast their positive dub message.
Free
6–9:30pm
Getty Center
Museum Courtyard and Garden Terrace
1200 Getty Center Drive
Los Angeles
$8 parking
http://www.getty.edu/visit/events/summer_sessions_2008.html
HAMMER MUSEUM presents SCREENINGS OF LESS THAN ZERO & THE BIG LEBOWSKI
In conjunction with the exhibit "Between Earth and Heaven: The Architecture of John Lautner," the museum’s showing four films shot in various Lautner homes.
Check out these back-to-back screenings of malaise "Less Than Zero" and noir satire "The Big Lebowski" Los Angeles style.
Free
7pm
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles 90024
http://www.hammer.ucla.edu/programs
LACMA presents ORCHESTRA CHARANGOA
Charanga means a band that plays popular, festive music en Español. The premier charanga orchestra performed in the early 20th century under the direction of Antonio María Romeu. In the past 10 years, Fay Roberts and Orquesta Charangoa have been keeping the traditional Cuban dance sounds alive. At this outdoor venue, you’ll be sitting on grass so bring your folding chairs, blankets, grub and drinks!
FREE
5-7pm
LACMA
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles 90036
www.lacma.org/programs/LatinSounds.aspx
http://www.charangoa.com/
GLOW – DUSK TO DAWN FESTIVAL
This 12 hour all-night party features media art, performances, music, and sculpture installations! The Santa Monica Pier becomes a one-night studio/gallery under the stars at the only event that has ever gotten permission to open the pier and beach to the public all night. GLOW with your glowsticks while enjoying the tonal ambience of SASSAS and dublab. Chill, doze, glow!
Free
7pm-7am
@ Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica
http://www.glowsantamonica.org/
SUNDAY, 7.20.08:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
HELIOTROPE BLOCK PARTY featuring INES BRUNN
This film fest takes you on 3 days of visual trips with bikes involved. Short films on Friday, features on Saturday and uniquely, on Sunday there’s an outdoor demo with Ines Brunn’s fixed gear tricks. This all-day street party also includes bike games, a bunnyhop contest, track and free-style competitions.
Free
12-8pm
Sunday Street Party @ Heliotrope Drive @ Melrose
East Hollywood
323.463.6819
http://bicyclefilmfestival.com/2008_site/la/
SALSA ON THE 3RD STREET PROMENADE
Don’t be shy - every Sunday (thru 8.31), beginner, intermediate and master salsa dancers jam with 4 hours of Latin music. Wepa!
Free
4-8pm
Third Street Promenade
1351 3rd Street Promenade
Santa Monica 90401
310.393.8355
ALL WEEKEND (SEE BELOW FOR SPECIFIC DATES & TIMES)
AUSTRALIA'S STRANGE FRUIT FREE LUNCHTIME PERFORMANCES
This down under troupe of spectacular dancers on 13-foot-high swaying poles from the down under, will perform their theatre, dance and circus elevated fusion as they bend and sway in the air
Free
Friday, 7.18.08 & Saturday, 7.19.08 at 11:30am, 12:30pm & 1:30pm.
7+FIG @ Ernst & Young Plaza
725 South Figueroa Street
Los Angeles 90017
http://www.7fig.com/
http://www.strangefruit.net.au/
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL/LA presents THE TAMING OF THE SHREW
Check out this modern-day spin on Shakespeare’s classic outdoors. No outside food and drink but The Galero Grill is open from 5:30-7:45pm for a light dinner.
Free
Thru 7.20.08 @ 8 pm
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels
555 West Temple Ave
Los Angeles 90012
http://www.freewillla.org/
CINESPIA / SEASON 2008
Bring blankets, drinks and picnic dinner for special screenings of the Stanley Kubrick’s classic A Clockwork Orange and Michael Caine’s 70s British gangster Get Carter. DJs Carlos Nino & Jun spin before and after the screenings. No tall chairs allowed!
$10 donation tickets (@ gate), parking $5.
Saturday, 7.19.08 – A Clockwork Orange (1972, 136 mins)
Sunday, 7.20.08 – Get Garter (1971, 99 mins)
Gates open at 7:30 pm, screening at 9:00 pm
@ Hollywood Forever Cemetery
6000 Santa Monica Boulevard @ Gower
http://www.cinespia.org/
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1037109561
http://www.myspace.com/cemeteryscreenings
