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The Lucas Museum's opening-night party was packed with as many high-wattage celebrities as your typical Academy Awards bash.at Los Angeles Times
Jessica Gelt
Local press We Like L.A.
A jam-packed Sunday of fun to-dos awaits. You in? In view for today in L.A. you’ll find Bob Baker Dayat We Like L.A.
Brian Champlin
Local press Secret Los Angeles
Pumpkin season is officially underway. And Southern California is getting ready for weeks of hayrides, corn mazes, farm activities and, of course, plenty of pumpkins! While some fall attractions open as early as September, others are…at Secret Los Angeles
Sarah Nash
Local press Time Out Los Angeles news
Two of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art’s most unique and transportive spaces don’t require a paid admission ticket.at Time Out Los Angeles news
Primary Author: Michael Juliano
Local press We Like L.A.
Need little jolt to get your Saturday going? You’re in the right space. To-dos for today in L.A. include theat We Like L.A.
Brian Champlin
Local press Los Angeles Magazine
The organization not only platforms Black-owned restaurants, but also serves as a directory for Angelenos seeking diverse culinary experiencesFood & Drink at Los Angeles Magazine
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Local press Los Angeles Times
In 'The Ford/Hill Project,' a new docudrama created by Elizabeth Marvel and director Lee Sunday Evans now at REDCAT, the Senate testimonies of Anita Hill and Christine Blasey Ford are entwined to throw into relief enduring political…at Los Angeles Times
Charles McNulty
Local press Secret Los Angeles
California is heading into 2027 with a long list of new laws and rule changes that will affect everyday life, from what we drive to how we use our homes and public spaces. Staying up to date is becoming increasingly important, especially…at Secret Los Angeles
Sofia Delpueche
Local press Los Angeles Times
Candle House's 'The Pineapple' teases an alien encounter. Then it becomes intimate, aggressive, otherworldly and psychedelic.at Los Angeles Times
Todd Martens
Local press Los Angeles Times
Walking in Griffith Park, Pilates, coffee at Go Get Em Tiger and an evening sound bath are part of this "Best Medicine" star's ideal day.at Los Angeles Times
Adam Tschorn
Local press Time Out Los Angeles news
But don’t worry: The museum’s signature step-in Yayoi Kusama piece isn’t going anywhere.at Time Out Los Angeles news
Primary Author: Michael Juliano
Local press Los Angeles Times
In "Star Wars" creator George Lucas' newly unveiled Lucas Museum, Skywalker Grill is a rooftop destination serving the filmmaker's favorite foods sourced directly from his ranch.at Los Angeles Times
Stephanie Breijo
Local press Los Angeles Times
A photo of President Trump reviewing what looks to be a rendering of a demolished Kennedy Center was featured in a court filing Thursday asking for an emergency hearing over the center's recent closure.at Los Angeles Times
Jessica Gelt
Local press We Like L.A.
Packed weekend ahead as we’re officially saying goodbye to summer and entering the fall. So what’s on your agenda? Inat We Like L.A.
Brian Champlin and Christina Champlin
Local press Eater LA
Mariscos El Tambo, Compton’s Nayarit-style backyard mariscos restaurant founded in 2021 during the coronavirus pandemic, opened its first permanent location on August 22 in Compton. The restaurant comes from veteran cook Jesús Guadalupe…LA Restaurant News at Eater LA
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In fact, it was the highest-ranked U.S. spot in Time Out’s annual list of the coolest neighborhoods in the world.at Time Out Los Angeles news
Primary Author: Michael Juliano
Local press Los Angeles Magazine
Plus, Armani Beauty at The Americana and Postmates brings your favorite eats across townFood & Drink at Los Angeles Magazine
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Local press Los Angeles Magazine
Managing partner Tom Sopit says he has no easy answer for L.A.’s declining restaurant culture, but invites West Hollywood to celebrate Employees Only’s final daysFood & Drink at Los Angeles Magazine
Taylor Parise · Food & Drink
Local press Los Angeles Times
Open Fist Theatre Company presents a revival of José Rivera's "Marisol," directed by Amanda Weier, at Atwater Village Theatre.at Los Angeles Times
Charles McNulty
Local press Time Out Los Angeles news
An L.A. favorite featuring Tokyo-style pizza tied with a San Francisco icon for a top ten spot.at Time Out Los Angeles news
Primary Author: Gerrish Lopez
Local press Los Angeles Times
Two lawsuits were filed this week in California demanding prominent museums relinquish artwork seized by Nazi officials.at Los Angeles Times
Kevin Rector
Local press Los Angeles Times
Darko Tresnjak directs Friedrich Dürrenmatt's 'The Visit' at Pasadena Playhouse, starring Tony winner Jefferson Mays and Melinda Page Hamilton.at Los Angeles Times
Charles McNulty
Local press Time Out Los Angeles news
Don't get too excited.at Time Out Los Angeles news
Primary Author: Mark Peikert
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The Kennedy Center Board of Trustees voted Tuesday to immediately close the performing arts venue, a few hours after a federal judge ruled that President Trump's name could not be restored to its facade.at Los Angeles Times
Jessica Gelt
Local press Los Angeles Magazine
Several L.A. restaurants have transformed historic churches and cathedrals into dining destinationsFood & Drink at Los Angeles Magazine
Taylor Parise · Food & Drink
Local press Los Angeles Magazine
Explore L.A.'s sandwich cultureFood & Drink at Los Angeles Magazine
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Local press Eater LA
Sous Sous, Silver Lake’s new restaurant from the De La Nonna team inside the stunning Hotel Lucile, finally opens on Monday, September 14. It represents a fun moment for Los Angeles dining: Casetta Hotels brought in the De La Nonna…LA Restaurant News at Eater LA
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Local press Secret Los Angeles
Spooky season is in full swing across SoCal, and one botanical garden is getting into the Halloween spirit with thousands of glowing pumpkins and illuminated sculptures lining its paths after dark. This fall, one of the region’s most…at Secret Los Angeles
Sofia Delpueche
Local press We Like L.A.
You’re here. You’re reading. You might as well get yourself primed for another fun week of to-dos in the cityat We Like L.A.
Brian Champlin and Christina Champlin
Local press Los Angeles Times
Meditation, laps at the pool and Vietnamese food at the Sisters Cafe are part of the plan for the masked country singer.at Los Angeles Times
Eric Ducker
Local press Los Angeles Times
The touring production of Broadway's 'Water for Elephants' puts a circus on stage. It's not as easy as its highly trained acrobats make it look.at Los Angeles Times
Jenelle Riley
Local press Time Out Los Angeles news
Hotel Lucile and its restaurant Sous Sous have transformed a 95-year-old church near Sunset Junction.at Time Out Los Angeles news
Primary Author: Michael Juliano
Local press Los Angeles Times
Chris Manak, who founded the label Stones Throw, influenced Ye and Tyler, the Creator and owns Highland Park's popular Gold Line Bar, looks back on 30 years of the tumultuous world of indie hip-hop: 'I'm like the cat that lands on its…at Los Angeles Times
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