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VOL 8 NO 14 ISSUE 114/ Sept 14th - Sept 20th 2017/ DTLA-WEEKLY.COM

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ON THE COVER page 10 COCKTAILS IN THE CITY:

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Square One: Our Warmest Welcome.....................................................4 GET2DTLA: Event Stamps of the week..................................................7 This Week in Sports with Christopher Floch..........................................8 MOVIE BUFF: Downtown Film Fest Returns..........................................9 Cocktails in the City comes to Los Angeles..........................................10 MODERN DAY HISToRIA: MUSEUM GUIDE.........................................13 Doing the Most: Tourist Guide...............................................................14 eat. drink. dance. sleep BAR REVIEW....................................................16 To Be Or Not To Be? Theater Guide......................................................18 HOW’S THE WEATHER?..........................................................................19 FOR ADVERTISING CALL: 888-732-DTLA EDITOR@DTLA-WEEKLY.COM

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DOWNTOWN WEEKLY LA editor and chief KERI FREEMAN entertainment DONOVAN FREEMAN

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SQUARE ONE

uccess comes to those who dedicate everything to their passion in life. To be successful, it is also very important to be humble and never let fame or money travel to your head. - A. R. Rahman

the morrocan lounge arts district

teragram ballroomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rocking cafe & music hall combo 901 E 1st St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Bodhi bowl

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vietnamese vegetarian with a healthy heart 645 w 9th st #107 Los Angeles, CA 90015

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well actually round 4 for rocco but whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s counting? 605 S. Los Angeles, CA 90013

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the dtla farmer strikes again 557 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013

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escape room laboratory passes gas

new escape room in the South Park corridor near 11th and Main is putting patrons up against a gas bomb! The Laboratory escape room is DTLA’s newest chance for you and your group prove your intelligence and try puzzles that push the boundaries of common sense.

ou will be challenged to disarm Dr. Crowl’s gas bomb or face being used in his deadly experiments! Limited time promo code DTLAWEEKLY is good for $6 off of your tickets. In the bustling entertainment capital of the world that is Los Angeles, it’s often daunting to simply decide on what to do. There are so many concerts, exhibitions, and events that it’s overwhelming to try and choose. Fortunately, the continued surge of activity in DTLA has brought with it some out-of-the-box options for your thrills and frills. These escape rooms offer an immersive puzzle experience in a group setting. Escape Rooms Are the New Laser Tag A trend that is reminiscent of laser tag in some ways. Both laser tag and escape rooms allow an entire group to be involved at once. This is great for team building and providing lasting memories because the group must work together to win. With The Laboratory escape room, you’re in a beautifully crafted set. Your group is engaged the whole time and participants use their minds instead of their trigger fingers. If you’re only going to go to one escape room this year, The Laboratory has 30+ mind-bending puzzles that push your group to work together or submit to bitter failure.

square one>> our warmest welcome The Escape Room Model The Laboratory owners, Daniel Crowley and Jesse Miller, opened the doors to their escape room almost three months ago. Both hailing from Riverside, these entrepreneurs feel they have what it takes to provide DTLA with the next big escape room. Putting quality above all else, the two spent more than a year creating and building the puzzles. “Every detail was -examined and refined,” says Daniel, “until it was perfect.” Giving up everything for their escape room, the two left dead-end jobs and procured a space in the heart of DTLA at 117 E. 11th Street. Daniel was a pizza delivery driver and Jesse was working in maintenance and construction. The two fell in love with the escape room model and now it’s an important part of their lives. With other write-ups on The Laboratory and reviews starting to emerge from the first wave of customers, things are looking good for this new escape room. Go ahead and use promo code DTLAWEEKLY on your tickets and try this new trend for yourself. Hours of operation vary so be sure to check escapethelaboratory.com or call for all details. For now, you can attempt to escape Tuesday-Sunday with weekday prices a little lower. Good luck!

wag app helps dog walkers earn big

here’s an app for everything and the awesome WAG promo code is allowing users to save on dog walking! DTLA has a huge population of dogs. As it is residents have been pouring into the area over the last decade.

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rom Spring Street to the Arts District, one can see dogs both big and small. There have been many accommodations added to DTLA for these furry friends like dog parks, pet stores, etc. As technology aides demand, the WAG app has exploded on the scene. The app’s coolest feature gives busy dog owners a chance to follow their dogs’ walk via GPS tracking as the WAG ‘Walkers’ check-in, take the pup out, and return. All with pictures and videos sent right to the dog owner’s phone. Use WAG Promo Code DTLAWEEKLY Like so many other apps, the WAG promo code entices new users with a discount on their first dog walk. Wag also offers boarding and dog sitting as a service which the code will work towards as well. The WAG app started here in Los Angeles in 2014 and has been expanding ever since. In a Los Angeles Times article from earlier this year, one can read about the experience of a dog owner and a dog walker who uses the app. The Times also quotes WAG founder Joshua Viner. His intention was to “create a service where, with the push of a button, a professional caregiver would” go directly to the home of a dog owner in need of a walk or dog sitter. Dog owners can rate the walkers out of five stars and each walker has a short video clip on their profiles. Profile of A Professional Walker One local resident, Christian Salazaar, has been walking dogs with the WAG app for almost three months now. As a parttime JV football coach at Belmont High School, Salazaar books walks within the DTLA area frequently. With an additional part-time job and passion projects also in the picture, the WAG app helps him with additional income. “I can accept walks on the app and I get a lot of repeat users.” says Salazaar.” Salazaar was eager to share a funny story about a user who requested a walk. Using the WAG lock box, Salazaar entered the home per usual to find the collars weren’t available and one of the dogs wasn’t coming to his call. He called for the dog and heard whining but couldn’t see the pup. Walking towards the sound, he found the dog owner passed out on the couch with a big bottle of vodka right next to him.

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LA CONVENTION CTR 7PM SOUTH PARK

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8 this week in sports>> by christopher floch dtla-weekly.com

usc trojans are unstoppable

ast Saturday, when the Trojans soundly knocked off the Stanford Cardinal 42-24 at the Coliseum they proved their eyes are set on the National Championship. Up Next: The Texas Longhorns.

he Trojans gained 623 total yards, avenging the three-game slide against Stanford. Quarterback Sam Darnold went 21 of 26, for 306 yards and 4 TD passes. Ronald Jones is an important asset in the backfield, while Deontay Burnett caught two TD receptions. Every fan vividly remembers the 2006 BCS Title at the Rose Bowl. Widely recognized as the greatest game in the history of college football. Texas won 41-38, Trojan fans have nightmares of former Texas QB Vince Young running into the end zone, to capture the title, 41-38. That was a lifetime ago, ‘SC is favored to beat a Texas program which is rebuilding. Kickoff is at 5:30 P.M. its also at the Coliseum, and is the Primetime matchup airing on ABC. Los Angeles Rams Cruise To Easy Victory To Open Season The Los Angeles Rams steamrolled the visiting Indianapolis Colts, 46-9, to kick off the NFL regular season on Sunday, September 10th at the blistering Coliseum. Quarterback Jared Goff earned his first victory as a pro, setting a career high in passing yards, 305 to be exact, and a bullet down the middle for a TD pass to Wide Receiver Cooper Kupp. The defense was relentless the entire game, Colts backup QB Scott Tolzien threw a wobbly duck on his first attempt, Cornerback Trumaine Johnson intercepted the pass, and returned it 39 yards for a, “SIX-erception”. That made it 10-0 Rams.

Head Coach Sean Mcvay earned his first victory. His fingerprints are all over the offense, Goff looks very confident thus far. He is cool in the pocket, makes his reads and delivers an accurate spiral. The newly acquired receiver from the Buffalo Bills. Sammie Watkins caught several receptions, fitting in quite well. Running Back Todd Gurley ran for 40 yards, and two touchdowns. The defense is the Rams hallmark, new defensive coordinator Wade Phillips deserves credit for the fierce, nasty D. Besides the relentless pressure the defensive line put on Tolzien, Linebacker LaMarcus Joyner returned another interception to the house. As for the Los Angeles Chargers, the Bolts nearly erased a 17 point difference on Monday night, falling to the Denver Broncos, 24-21. The Chargers made a valiant comeback, scoring the final 14 points, forcing 3 Bronco turnovers to set up a game-tying 44-yard field goal. Unfortunately, it was blocked and the Chargers are 1-9 in games decided by 7 or fewer points since 2016. The Chargers (0-1) have their home opener on Sunday, September 17th at the StubHub Center. The Chargers welcome the Miami Dolphins, kickoff is at 1:00 P.M. The Rams (1-0), will host the Washington Redskins ( 0-1 ) this Sunday, September 17th. Kickoff is slated for 1:25 P.M. The Coliseum will be rocking! Code Blue In Dodger Town The Dodgers are Hemmoraging, suffering an 11 game losing streak, and there is no end in sight. This eleven game slump is the worst since 1944 when the team was still in Brooklyn. The Dodgers are still in first place, at 92-51, and the Washington Nationals still trail the Dodgers for homefield advantage in the National League. but Los Angeles is beginning to panic, it’s water cooler talk anywhere you go. The team has scored a measly 59 runs in 121 innings. The bats have gone silent. October is just around the order, so hopefully, in some ironic way, this struggle might unite the Dodgers for a run at the World Series.

MOVIE BUFF>> DOWNTOWN FILM FEST RETURNS

he 9th annual DTLA Film Festival is coming to LA LIVE Sept. 21st - 30th with a festival’s lineup not to be missed with more than 100 Films of all Genres to screen at Regal L.A. LIVE and venues throughout DTLA.

howcasing motion pictures from almost every genre, representing countries from around the world. This year’s theme is “Movies. Not walls”, hosting the first Enemy Nations Film Series presenting films from the countries labeled by immigration initiatives and Presidential tweets as “homes to enemies of the state”.

movie buff>> 9th annual dtla film fest returns

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“One of the missions of our nonprofit film festival is to reflect the rich ethnic-cultural diversity and creative free spirit of DTLA and its surrounding environs. We believe our audiences will agree that this year’s line-up wholeheartedly embraces that mandate.” - Greg Ptacek, festival director.

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Opening the festival on Thursday, Sept. 21st is the Los Angeles premiere of “A Thousand Junkies”, the feature film directorial debut from multi-hyphenate Tommy Swerdlow (Cool Runnings, Little Giants, and Snow Dogs), who directed and co-wrote the film and co-stars with Blake Heron and TJ Bowen, who shares a writing credit featuring three “This year’s feature film line-up offers an extraordinary selection junkies who crisscross Los Angeles in of some of the best in today’s indie search of relief. Also from The Orchard is The Work by cinema. Film fans of every predi- directors Jairus Mcleary and Gethin Aldlection will find something to love ous, a powerful documentary set inside a in this selection of 30 narrative single room in Folsom State Prison (Caland documentary features,” said ifornia), which follows three level-four Karolyne Sosa, the festival’s 2017 convicts as they participate in a four-day, innovative group therapy retreat. Roundprogramming director. “Our programming team searched far and ing out the trio from The Orchard is Super wide to arrive at the final list, and Dark Times, Kevin Phillips’ harrowing, meticulously observed look at teenage age we’re thrilled to offer these Los An- lives. geles premiere screenings to the Continuing with the dark side, this world’s most discerning films fans year’s SXSW Film Festival’s Grand Jury Prize, Most Beautiful Island, exploring – Angelenos!” the unforgettable and decidedly sinister day in the life of a young woman immiIn addition, more than 100 other grant struggling to leave behind a mysfilms most sourced from leading film terious past as she copies with life New festivals including Sundance, Tribeca, York City. Ana Asensio directs and stars SXSW, Rotterdam, Santa Barbara and in this psychological thriller, which will be Slamdance, as well leading indie theatrical distributors like The Orchard, Samuel released later this year by Samuel GoldGoldwyn and Indie Rights will be showing wyn Films. during the festival as well.

Also in the line up, Kasra Farahani’s,Tilt, about a filmmaker named Joe making a definitive documentary about the dark side of America’s post WW2 “golden age.” who soon finds himself falling down the rabbit hole of self-doubt and paranoia. In a similar vein Erik Nelson with A Gray State has created a chilling portrait of real-life alt right personality David Crowley as he struggles to complete his opus film project. The list of intriguing projects goes on including Adam Cushman’s, Jorge Xolalpa, Christopher J. Hansen’and Jade Jenise Dixon and many others. The festival’s signature curated film series this year is entitled, Enemy Nations, which refers to how whole nations of people suddenly became identified by the highest levels of the U.S. government as anti-American. The series presents a selection from each of these seven countries in an opportunity for you, the audience, to decide for yourself if the enemy is from beyond the borders, or within. The 2017 DTLA Film Festival is sponsored by Maven, Cloud 19 digital media,101 Keys website design, Level DTLA furnished living, Atelier apartments, Regal L.A. Live cinemas, Los Angeles City Council District 9, Fort Point Beer, Social Media Elephant, Share Grid, L.A. Weekly and DTLA News. #dtlaff

10. DTLA REAL COCKTAILS ESTATEINEMPIRE THE CITY by Madeline by RYAN KAZEMAINI Adamo

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fter successful stints in Scotland and “Cocktails in the City is for anyone who England, Cocktails in the City crosses the appreciates a well made cocktail, a well-deAtlantic for the first time to Downtown Los signed bar, or who just wants to have a Angeles. Steve Kelly, CEO of Cocktails in the great night out. No matter what age, color City, said he chose Los Angeles for the group’s or orientation. The focus is on fun, celebratfirst event in the United States because ing the best of LA’s bar scene and giving consumers the chance to experience some “This city often gets overlooked on unique drinking experiences.” a global level when we think about Cocktails in the City will give guests an the best bar cities across the world. experience that goes beyond just a great We wanted to give the City of Angels drink. a chance to experience it all in one place and discover the incredible tal- Each bar has been matched with a liquor brand to feature a unique cocktail and interent living right under our noses!” active pop-up venues that will create amazing Cocktails in the City will showcase bartenders interactive and immersive experiences. Kelly said that LA will improve upon Cocktail in the from thirty of LA’s elite bars who will be servCity’s acclaimed European editions, ing one-night-only libations. Whether you’re a cocktail connoisseur or a casual consumer, this lavish event will have something to fill your drinking desires.

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here can you meet Marilyn Monroe, enjoy a cocktail under the Eiffel Tower, sipping drinks with a rare snake, or take an immersive journey into the Beatles White Album, all under one roof? Cocktails in the City, a one night only cocktail festival held at The Majestic Downtown, promises to be just the place.

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No boring fixed sizes, shapes or styles of booth. The bars have creative license to build whatever they want. We can’t wait to see what they come up with!” Highlights include Big Bar and Hennessy’s midnight in Paris theme, The Peppermint Club and Old Forester’s Prohibition era cabaret lounge, Normandie Club and Copper and Kings Brandy’s the Beatles’ White Album experience, Wolf and Crane and Toki Whisky’s authentic Japanese drinking experience, and Otium and Grey Goose Vodka’s hidden bar. A panel of esteemed judges will be tasting cocktails and honoring one bar and brand with the Best Signature Cocktail award. Guests can have their say by casting their vote for the Best Activation award prior to the end of the night.

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ocktails in the City is more than Bronzed Aussie Pie Company simply food and drink. A barwill satisfy your sweet tooth. school bootcamp will give guests hands on experience making classic cocktails with some of LA’s best bartenders. Live entertainment will be provided by special guests and top DJs. Participants will also be able to enjoy group photo booths which will, according to a press release, recreate “iconic bar scenes from Hollywood movies.”

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For those looking for a healthy option, Kye’s will serve “Kye-ritos”, handheld bowls, and bread-free sandwiches. For those out to indulge, Trejo’s Tacos will be sure to please, featuring their sumptuous artisanal delights, available with meat, vegan, and vegetarian options.

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Cocktails in the City will be held on September 23rd at The Majestic Downtown on 650 S Spring St. cocktailsinthecity.com

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momuments in time>> DTLa Museum guide brought to you by art walk news 13

MODERN DAY PRE-HISTORIA>> MUSEUM GUIDE The Broad Museum

National History Museum (NHM)

California Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)

African American Firefighter museum Fire Station #30

Japanese American National Museum (JANM)

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Founded by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad opened in 2015, the museum is home to the 2,000 works of art in the Broad collection, which is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide, launching an active program of rotating temporary exhibitions and innovative audience engagement, welcoming 180,000 visitors to date. 221 S. Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012.

Established in 1979, MOCA is an artist-founded museum dedicated to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. With one of the most compelling collections of contemporary art in the world, comprising roughly 7000 objects, created after 1940, preserving the works for future generations. 250 South Grand Ave LA, CA 90012.

The Japanese American National Museum is the first and largest museum in the United States dedicated to sharing the experience of Japanese American ancestry. The JANM showcases the amazing works of famed and contemporary Japanese artists, historical exhibitions, and host cultural events. 100 N Central Ave, LA, CA 90012.

African American History Museum Designed by African American architects, Jack Haywood and the late Vince Proby, the CAHM was opened to the public during the Olympic Games of July 1984, housing artifacts that “allow us to trace the African American experience from the western shores of Africa to the fields of the South,” and later migrations. 600 State Dr. Exposition Park. LA, CA 90037.

Chinese American Museum (CAM)

Symbolically housed in the oldest and last surviving structure of LA, the Garnier Building, once known as the unofficial “city hall” built in 1890, CAM holds the last missing pieces of DTLA’s original Chinatown. After restoration on December 18, 2003, CAM opened, linking the past to a future for Chinese Americans spanning over 150 years. 425 N Los Angeles St, LA, CA 90012.

You want to go back? You can go all the way back to Prehistoric Pangaea at the National History Museum. With over 300 real fossils, 20 complete dinosaurs and ancient sea creatures that may or may not still exist beneath the deep, the Age of the Dinosaur is brought into existence as well as the extraordinary journey of prehistoric man. 900 Exposition Blvd, LA, CA 90007.

AAFM is DTLA saying “thanks” for the first 100 years of service by African American Firefighters from 1897 to 1997. Valued testimony from actual Firefighters of yesteryear, like Sam Haskins, who was listed as the first Los Angeles Fireman of African decent in 1892, was also killed while responding to a fire in 1895. 1401 S Central Ave, LA, CA 90021. The origin of LA, founded by 11 African American Spanish speaking families, (pobladores) accompanied by the Spanish military and Catholic church in 1787. Since it has become DTLA’s favorite Mexican marketplace, and cultural gathering center hosting Olvera Street, Pico House, first churches and other historic sites. 125 Paseo De La Plaza, LA, CA 90012.

Italian American Museum of Los Angeles

Museum of Los Angeles is to foster understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research, historic preservation, exhibitions and educational programs that examine the history and contributions of Italian Americans and Italians in Los Angeles and the United States. 644 North Main St, LA, CA 90012.

Southwest Museum of the American Indian

Located in the Mt. Washington area of Los Angeles, just a few miles north of Downtown, this collection deals mainly with Native Americans, including exhibits dedicated to the American Indians of the Great Plains, California, and the Northwest Coast. 234 Museum Drive, LA, CA 90065.

Korean American Museum (KAM)

Animal Museum (NMAS)

Sports Museum

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

Located just a few miles west of the epicenter of DTLA, KAM interprets and preserves the history, culture, and achievements of Korean Americans dating back to the 1880s, examining and discussing current issues, and exploring innovative ways to communicate the Korean American experience fostering the advancement of Korean American culture. 3727 W 6th St #519, LA, CA 90020. The Sports Museum features rare items and exhibits from every sport but focuses mainly on baseball, beginning with its humble origins over 145 years ago. It includes old bats, gloves, uniform, balls and equipment and is home to the most complete collection of baseball technology in the world. 1900 S Main St, LA CA 90015.

Located inside a 3-story brick warehouse built in 1909, NMAS aka the Animal Museum is the first museum of its kind dedicated to enriching the lives of animals and people through exploration of our shared experience, promoting respect for life and compassionate ethics in advancing healthy, meaningful interconnections with the animal world. 421 Colyton St. LA, CA 90013.

Since its inception in 1965, LACMA has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography. LACMA is the largest art museum in the western US, with a collection that includes nearly 130,000 objects dating from antiquity to the present. 5905 Wilshire Blvd, LA, CA 90036.

doing the most>> downtown los angeles civic district

bunker hill

south park

financial china town district

BUNKER HILL is DTLA’s leader in live performance art, presenting formally trained theater, dance and musical performances, including those in the visual arts as well as presenting DTLA’s master chefs.

SOUTH PARK is no doubt the new Entertainment capital of the world with tours & expos, national sporting events, award ceremonies, comedy shows, restaurants, and a discotheque, almost completely surrounded by world class hotels.

Sure, the FINANCIAL DISTRICT sounds like it’s ALL WORK and no play, but with historic landmarks, sky tops with full bars, thrill rides, & award winning happy hours, prepare yourself for the pressures of excitement.

With its independence, CHINATOWN has strengthened its romantic and familiar relationship with Downtown, demonstrating it is as gentle as it is honest with its gifts for DTLA.

Order in the courts, dine in or take out...Not just for law making anymore, the COURTS DISTRICT of DTLA offers a gambit of public art, a 360 degree observation deck, legendary eateries and historical landmarks.

The Absolute Most:

The Absolute Most: MUSIC CENTER Think: Walt Disney Concert Hall, LA Philharmonic, LA Opera, Center Theater Group Dorothy Chandler Pavillion, Ticket Booth.

The Most:

Staples Center/LA LIVE Think: Sports Area, Live Concerts, Movie Theater, Bowling Alley, XGames, 4 Star Hotels, Rooftop Spas.

The Most:

GRAND PARK Think: Lunch Time Food Trucks, Dia Los Muertos, We Are Los Angeles, Family Reunion, Light Up the Holidays. 4th of July.

Los Angeles Convention Center Think: Expos, Network, AirPort, Media Pass.

The Almost:

METROPOLIS Think: Panoramic Views, New Skyline, Sky Pools, Dogparks, Exquisite Dining, Boutique Hotel, Cabanas.

The Utmost:

Music Center’s Grand MakeOver Think: $30 million in renovations over the next two years.

The Almost:

SKYSPACE Think: Full bar, 70 stories up, Breathtaking Views, Magic Carpet Ride, Glass Slide.

The Most:

WILSHIRE GRAND Think: Sushi with a view, Poolside Bar, Rooftop Restaurants, Hotel Rooms, Palm Trees.

The Almost:

110/105/10/5 FWY Intersection Think: Car Radio, Traffic, MapQuest, Windshield, Congestion, Bumpers, CHP, Road rage.

The Utmost:

MOCA CONTEMPORARY Think: Art of Our Time, Exhibits, Collections, Programs.

REGAL CINEMAS Think: Block Buster Movies, Film Screenings, $8 Dollar Tuesdays, Pop Corn, RedVines, and now...Beer!!!

THE BLOC Think: International Brands, Shopping Mecca, Outdoor Terrace, Art Installations and Live Performances.

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CHINATOWN CENTRAL PLAZA Jazz Club, Dim Sum, Hanfu, Peking Duck, Culture Festivals.

The Most:

GIN LIN WAY Think: Red Lanterns, Neon, Vintage Chinese Architecture, Jazz Clubs1938.

The Almost:

Year of the Dog Think: Loyalty. Careful Observation. Plenty of new restaurants, art shows, and a new year of cultural festivities.

UNION STATION Think: Subway, Maps, Train Station.

The Most:

CITY HALL Think: Observation Deck, Farmer’s Market, Outdoor Concerts, Local Government.

The Almost:

Polyphonoptic Tower Think: Kinetic Sculpture, Music, Lights, Synchronization, Water, Flood, Faulty to Fixed.

The Utmost:

OLVERA STREET Think: Birth Place of Los Angeles, Mexican Marketplace, Authentic food, Aztec Dancers, Mariachis, Catholic Church.

top food picks

CHUNG KING ROAD Think: Art Openings, Art Galleries, Antiques, Curio Shops, Live Performances.

PHO 87 LASA SEA FRESH

CIENTO LINDO TRAXX NICKS CAFE

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fashion district

little tokyo

arts district

LITTLE TOKYO is the heart of the largest Japanese-American population in America. With over 3500 welcoming residents, and hundreds of shops Little Tokyo sees its fair share of tourism in DTLA.

ARTS DISTRICT is DTLA’s perfect mix of fine art galleries, creative loft style living, organic eating, and BEER, hosting the most eclectic mix of indie artisan showcases and micro-brewing companies in all of Los Angeles.

The HISTORIC CORE is revitalized with new bike lanes, parklettes, community gardens, outdoor concerts, artisan pop-ups, and 2 of the most highly anticipated self-guided art tours in the country.

Where SKID ROW meets the INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE DISTRICT, with community leaders and entrepreneurs willing to solve the problems of an area known for having the 2nd largest homeless population in the country.

The FASHION DISTRICT is a stitched oasis where fashion designers, wholesalers, market weeks, retailed fashion wares, accessories, textiles, and shoppers collide.

The Absolute Most:

OLD JAPANESE UNION CHURCH Think: 1922, East Coast Players, LAArtCore, World Class Theater, 30+ Years.

The Most:

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Think: Tradition, Exhibits, WW2, Sculpture, History, Extraordinary Origami.

The Almost:

The Metro Regional Connector Think: All of Downtown’s Districts Connected allowing passengers to transfer to Blue, Expo, Red and Purple Lines, bypassing Union Station.

The Utmost:

HAUSER WIRTH & SCHIMMEL Think: Globe Mills Complex, Art World, Manuela Restaurant, Art Exhibits, Installations.

The Most:

ANGEL CITY BREWERY Think: IPA, Beer Tasting, Local Entertainment, Karaoke, Comedy Night, New Mini-Festivals, Indie Art Shows.

The Almost:

Institute of Contemporary Art Think: Museum, 12,700Sqft., Industrial Building, 32-Year-Old Art Institution. Architecture by wHY, Public Programming, Retail Stores.

The Utmost:

historic core

NIGHT ON BROADWAY Think: Outdoor concert, 12 Historic Theaters, Live Performances, Food Trucks, Crepes, Huge Crowds.

The Most:

the skidz

SMORGASBURG Think: Alameda Marketplace, 10,000 Visitors, Indie Artisan, Sunday, Food, Music, Vintage, Wellness, Donuts.

CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER Think: Designers. ShowCase, Market Week, Fashion, Accessories, Textiles, Fashion Run Way.

The Most:

DOWNTOWN ARTWALK Think: Creativity, Nighttime Celebration, Gallery, Artists, Crepes, Local Entertainment, Food Trucks on 7th, Street Vendors, Interactive Exhibits, Bar Crawl.

LAMP/Union Rescue Mission/SkidRow Housing Trust Think: Non Profit, Giving, Public Service, Fundraising, Art Events.

SANTEE ALLEY Think: Bargains, SwapMeet, Bizarre, Street Dogs, Wigs, Wholesale Purses, Immitation Perfume.

The Almost:

Renovation of the Old Cecil Hotel Think: Nightstalker, Shining, American Horror Story, Hospice, Haunted.

TheROW Think: 1.3 million Sqft,. Multi-Use Complex, Residents, Shopping, Restaurants, Local Entertainment, Creative Office Spaces.

The Utmost:

BIGGER! BETTER! Wall Florist Market Think: Coral Forest, Farmer’s Market, Grilled Food, Aqua Frescas, Wholesale Flowers. Saturdays.

The Utmost:

JZenshuji a Sōtō Zen Temple Think: Shakyamuni Buddha, Community Garden, Meditation.

ARTISTS & FLEAS Think: Unique, Fashion, Art and Craft Show, Vintage, Food Trucks, Saturdays.

GRAND CENTRAL MARKET Think: Food Mart, Oyster Bar, Cafes, Spices, Historic, Produce, Traditional Foods, Variety, Landmark.

GLADY’S PARK Think: Concerts, Town Hall Meetings, Sports Court, Soup Lines, Community.

THE COOPER BUILDING Think: Historic Landmark, Huge Shopping Bags, Full Fashion, Designers, Showcase, Sample Sale, Men’s Suits.

top food picks

KAGAYA SUSHI GEN OYSTARS

BESTIA ZINK CAFE THE ALLEY

LE PETITE PARIS LITTLE DAMAGE

CREPES SANS FRONTIERES

THE ESCONDITE YXTE COCINA COMFORT LA

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HEALTHY

<< EAT. DRINK. DANCE. SLEEP >>

CHOICES

Eastside Italian Deli (1929) 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$

Misturo Cafe (1935) 117 Japanese Village, 90012 (213) 613-1028 #misturocafe $$

La Luz del Dia (1959) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-7495 #olverastreet $$

Clifton’s Cafeteria (1935) 648 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 627-1673 #cliftonsla $$

Juice Crafters 702 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 689-4555 # $$

Pitchoun 545 S Olive St, LA 90013 (213) 689-3240 # $$

El Paso Inn (1930) 11 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (915) 772-4264 #elpasoinla $$

Casa La Golondrina (1930) 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$

Otomisan (1956) 2506 1/2 E 1st St., LA, 90033 (323) 526-1150 #otomisan $$$

Original Tommy’s (1946) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 389-9060 #originaltommys $

Green Grotto 541 S Spring St #133, 90013 (213) 265-7409 # $$

Little Damage Soft Serve 700 S Spring St, CA 90014 (213) 628-3443 # $$

Philippe Original (1908) 1001 N Alameda St., 90012 (213) 628-3781 #philippetheog $$

San Antonio Winery (1917) 737 Lamar Ave, LA 90031 (213) 382-8449 #santantoniowinery $$$

Cielito Lindo (1938) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 687-4391 #cielitolindola $

Lanza Bros Market (1926) 337 E 1st Street LA, 90012 (213) 626-9132 #suehirocafe $$

Urth Cafe 451 S Hewitt St,LA 90013 (213) 628-3781 # $$

Zinc Cafe 580 Mateo St, LA 90013 (323) 825-5381 #zinccafeandmarke

HMS Bounty (1935) 3357 Wilshire Blvd LA, 90010 (213) 385-7275 #hmsbounty $$

Langer’s Deli (1947) 704 S Alvarado St., LA 90057 (213) 483-8050 #langersdeli $$

Original Pantry (1924) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 972-9279 #the_orignial_pantry $$

Pacific Dining Car (1920) 1310 W 6th Street, LA, 90017 (213) 483-6000 #pacificdiningcar $$$

The Alley (2007) 1820 Industrial #260, 90021 (213) 935-8189 # $$

Wild Living Food (2017) 760 S Main St, LA, CA 90014 #wildlivingfood $$$

Monty Bar (2011) 1222 W. 7th St. LA 90017 (213) 228-6000 #themontybar

Tony’s Saloon (2009) 2017 E. 7th St., LA, 90021 (213) 622-5523 #tonyssaloon $

Wendall’s Bar (2013) 656 S. Main St., LA, 90014 (213) 709-6156 #wendalldtla $

Bernedettes 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$

5 Star Bar 267 S Main St, LA, 90012 (213) 625-1037 #5starbar $

Down N Out Bar (1996) 501 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 221-7595 #dnobar

DRINK

Hank’s Bar (1954) 840 S Grand Ave, LA 90017 $ (213) 623-7718 #hanksbardtla $

Cana Rum Bar (2010) 714 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 745-7092 #canarumbarla $$

General Lees (1890) 475 Gin LIng Way, LA 90012 (213) 625-7500 #generaleesla $

Lexington Bar (2014) King Eddy Saloon (1933) 129 E 3rd St, LA, CA 90013 131 E. 5th Street, LA, 90013 (213) 291-5723 $ (213) 629-2023 #kingeddysaloon $

Eighty Two (2014) 707 E 4th Pl, LA, CA 90013 (213) 626-8200 #eightytwola $$

Golden Gopher (1905) 114 W. 8th Street, LA, 90014 (213) 614-8001 #goldengopherla $

Love Song (2014) 446 S. Main St., LA 90013 (323) 284-5728 #thelovesongbar $$

Shoo Shoo Baby (2017) 717 W 7th St. LA, CA 90017 (213) 688-7755 #shooshoobaby $$$

eat.drink.

<<ratings>>

breweries>>

service decor

taste parking

Angel City Brewery (2013) 216 Alameda, LA, 90012 (213) 622-1261 #angelcitybeer $$

Arts District Brewing (2015) 828 Traction Ave, LA 90012 (213) 519-5887 #artsdistrictbrewing $$

Karl Strauss (2017) 600 Wilshire Bl., LA 90017 (213) 228-2739 #karlstraussbeer $$

community

3rd Generation (2015) 808 W. 7th St., LA 90013 (213) 627-8166 #3rdgenerationbar $$

Birds & Bees (2017) 207 S. Broadway, LA, 90012 (213) 537-0510 #birdsandbeesla $$

Church & State (2013) 1850 Industrial St, LA 90012 (213) 405-1434 #churchandstatebistro $$$

El Compadre (2014) 1248 S. Figueroa LA 90014 (213) 749-0025 #elcompadredtla $$

71 Above (2016) 633 W. 5th, LA 90013 (213) 712-2683 #71abovebar

$$$

Blu Jam (2017) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (323) 951-9191 #hmsbounty $$

Coles (1908) 118 E. 6th St., LA 90014 (213) 622-4090 #colesdtla $$

Emerson Royce Bar (2015) 1936 E. 7th St, LA 90021 (213) 784-9006 #theemersonla $$$

Boomtown Brewery (2015) 700 Jackson St., LA 90012 (213) 709-6156 #boomtownbrewery $$

Mikkeller (2017) 330 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 596-9005 #mikkellerbeer $$

Artisan House (2011) 614 S. Main St., LA 90013 (213) 622-6333 #artisanhousela $$

BoardRoom (2017) 135 N Grand Ave, LA 90012 213-972-8556 #boardroom_la $$

Crepes Sans Frontieres (2013) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (213) 623-3606 #crepessansfrontieres $$

Figat7th 735 S Figueroa St #133 (213) 239-5654 # $$$

Iron Triangle (2016) 1581 Industrial St., LA 90021 (323) 364-4415 #irontrianglebrewing_dtla $$

Mumford Brewery (2015) 416 Boyd St., LA, 90013 www.mumfordbrewing.com #mumfordbrewing

Barcito (2015) 403 W. 12th St., LA 90014 (213) 415-1821 #barcitola $$

Bottega Louie (2009) 700 S. Grand Ave, LA 90014 (213) 802-1470 #bottegalouie $$$

District 711 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 612-3185 #

Escondite (1964) 410 Boyd St., LA 90013 (213) 626-1800 #theescondite

Beelman’s Pub (2014) 600 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 622-1022 #beelmansdtla $$

Broken Spanish 1050 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 749-1460 #brokenspanishla $$$

Don Chente (2015) 1248 S. Figueroa St., 90015 (213) 814-4865 #donchentedtla $$

Ham & Eggs Tavern (2013) 433 W. 8th St, LA, 90014 (213) 891-6939 #gohameggs $$

Bestia (2010) 2121 E 7th Pl, LA 90021 (213) 514-5724 #bestiadtla $$$

BS Taqueria (2015) 514 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 680-2600 #bstaqueria

Eat. Drink Americano (2012) 923 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 620-0781 #eatdrinkamericano $$

Far Bar (2005) 347 E. 1st St., LA 90012 (213) 617-9990 #farbar_la $$

Brack Shop Tavern (2016) 525 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 232-8657 #brackshoptavern $$

Cerveteca DTLA (2014) 923 E. 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 805-5862 #cervetecadtla

El Cholo (2010) 1037 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 746-7750 #elcholola $$

Kai Japanese Roots (2017) 542 S Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 232-4900 #kaijapaneseroots $$

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<<historic theaters>> $$

Belasco Theater (1926) 1050 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-5670 #belascola $$

The Orpheum (1926) 842 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (877) 677-4386 #theorpheumtheater $$

The Globe (1913) 740 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 489-1667 #globetheatrela $$

The Regent Theater (1914) 448 S. Main LA 90014 (323) 284-5727 #regenttheaterla $$

The Mayan (1927) 1038 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-4287 #themayan $$

Theater at the ACE (1927) 929 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (213) 709-6156 #theater_acedtla $$

eat.drink. 17 The Yard House 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$

Mas Malo (2011) 515 W 7th St, LA 90014 (213) 985-4332 #masmalodtla $$

Stocking Frame 911 Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 488-0373 #stockingframe $$

LA Biergarten (2015) 750 S. Broadway LA 90014 213-628-3737 #labiergarten $$

Yxta Cocina (2009) 601 S Central Ave, LA 90021 (213) 622-5540 #yxta_cocinamexicana $$

Miro 888 Wilshire Blvd, LA, 90017 (915) 772-4264 #mirodtla $$

Perch (2011) 448 S Hill St., L A 90013 (213) 802-1770 #perchlosangeles $$$

Rock and Reillys 615 S Flower St, LA 90017 (213) 537-0554 #rocknreillys $$

Little Bear (2012) 523 W. 7th St., LA 90021 (213) 622-8100 #littlebearla $$$

Le Petit Paris (2015) 418 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 217-4445 #lepetitparis_la $$$

Pez Cantina (2014) 401 S Grand Ave LA (213) 258-2280 #pezcantina

Library Bar (2007) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (213) 614-0053 #librarybarla $$

Redwood Bar (1999) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #redwoodbar $

Spitz (2011) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #spitzpics $$

Preux & Proper (2014) 840 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 896-0090 #preuxandproper $$

Little Sister (2015) 523 W 7th St, LA 90017 (213) 628-3146 #littlesisterdtla $$

Wolf & Crane (2013) 366 E 2nd St, LA, CA 90012 (213) 935-8249 #wolfandcranebar $$

Spring Restaurant (2016) 257 S Spring St, LA 90012 (213) 372-5189 #springlosangeles $$$

Little Jewel (2014) 207 Ord St, L A 90012 (213) 620-0461 #littlejewel_la

Mezcalero DTLA (2017) 510 S. Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 628-3337 #mezcalerodtla $$

Vespaio (2015) 225 S. Grand Ave. LA 90012 (213) 221-7244 #vespaiodtla $$$

Villain’s Tavern (2010) 1356 Palmetto St, LA, 90013 (213) 613-0766 #villainstavern $$

Tom George (2017) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (424) 362-6263 #tomgeorgerestaurant $$$

Red Bird (2014) 114 E 2nd St, LA 90012 (213) 788-1191 #redbirdla $$$

Wurstkuche (2008) 800 E. 3rd Street, LA 90013 (213) 687-4444 #wurstkuche $$

Westbound DTLA 300 S Santa Fe Ave 90013 (213) 262-9291 # $$$

Prank (2017) 1100 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 493-4786 #prankbar $$

Otium (2015) 222 S Hope St, LA 90012 (213) 935-8500 #otiumla $$$

drink.dance. Blue J’s (2016) 333 S Alameda St LA 90013 (213) 988-7326 #bluejlounge $$

Conga Room (2008) 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213) 745-0162 #congaroom $$

Elevate Lounge (2007) 811 Wilshire Blvd, LA 90014 (213) 623-7100 #elevatelounge $$

The Lash (2013) 117 Winston Ave, LA 90013 (213) 687-7723 #thelashsocial $

Continental Club (2014) 116 W 4th St., LA 90013 (213) 620-0279 #continentalclub

Exchange LA (2010) 618 S. Spring St., LA, 90013 (213) 627-8070 #exchangela $$

La Cita Bar 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #lacitabar

The Reserve (2015) 650 S. Spring St., 90014 (213) 327-0057 #thereserve $$

Grand Star Jazz (1946) 943 N Broadway (213) 626-2285 #grandstarjazzclub

Las Perlas (2010) 107 E. 6th, LA 90013 (213) 988-8355 #lasperlasla

$$$

Resident DTLA (2015) 428 S Hewitt St., LA 90013 www.residentdtla.com #residentdtla $$

Club Soho (2013) 333 S. Boylston St, LA 90017 (213) 989-7979 #clubsohola $$

eat. drink. (dance). sleep. Bar & Kitchen (2014) @O Hotel 819 S. Flower St. LA 90017 (213) 784-3048 #barandkitchen

Brasserie Sheraton Hotel 711 S. Hope St. LA 90017 (213) 488-3500 #sheratonladt

Multiply Bar (2016) Kawada Hotel 416 S. Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 988-0826 #multiply.la

gLance Lobby Bar (2010) JW Marriott 900 W Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 765-8600 #jalalive

Galaxy Bar (1923) Millennium Biltmore 506 S. Grand Ave., LA 90071 (213) 624-1011 #biltmorehotel

Invention Bar (2013) Athletic Club 431 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 625-2211 #laac

Nixon Lounge (2014) Luxe City Center Hotel 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213)745-0162 #luxecitycenter

Rooftop & Spin (2012) Standard Hotel 555 S Flower St., LA 90017 (213) 439-3065 #spinstandardla

WGP4 (2010) Ritz Carlton 900 W. Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 743-8800 #ritzcarltonla

Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure

Los Angeles Hotel (2017) 333 S Figueroa St, LA 90071 (213) 617-1133 #thelahotel

NOE (2011) Omni Hotel 251 S Olive St, LA 90012 (213) 617-3300 #omnihotel

Tuck Hotel 820 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 947-3815 #

Hotel Figueroa (1976) 939 S Figueroa St, LA 90015 (213) 627-8971 #

18 Social & Metropolis Indigo Hotel 899 Francisco St, LA 90017 (213) 232-8800 #-

Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure

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18 To be or not to be? dtla theater guide

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ahmanson theater bob baker’s 24 street theater marionette theater As one of the nation’s most influential nonprofit theatre companies, the Ahmanson proudly continues their 50-year tradition of using the art of theatre to broaden horizons and illuminate new perspectives. On Stage Now: RED SHOES a beloved fairytale and Academy Award®-winning movie, that seduced audiences and inspired generations of dancers with its tale of obsession, possession, and one girl’s dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. .Show runs September 15th through October 1st. 135 N Grand Avenue, LA, CA 90012. (213) 628-2772.

Baker died 2014 but he left behind a lifetime worth of smiles and memories, 1,000’s of enchanting, hand-crafted puppets, the beautiful Cultural-Historical landmark. On Stage Now: THE CIRCUS: A brilliant and beautiful musical extravaganza! The world’s greatest puppet show, unearthed from the archives, featuring a vast array of colorful creations not seen for decades! The show runs June 30th through September 20th. 1345 W 1st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026. (213) 250-9995.

latino american theater center

east west players

Established in 1965, East West Players has been hailed as the nation’s leading Asian American theater troupe for our award-winning productions that blend Eastern and Western movement, costumes, language, and music. EWP has premiered more than 100 plays and musicals about the Asian Pacific American experience and has held more than 1,000 readings and workshops. East West Players will be presenting their 52nd Anniversary Season, THE COMPANY WE KEEP, taking place from Fall 2017 through Summer 2018, featuring The Robey Theatre Company, Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (JACCC), and the Los Angeles LGBT Center, including two world premieres, an acclaimed revival, and the LA premiere of an award-winning Broadway musical.120 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

la opera

Since 1948 The LA Opera has maintained a talented roster of resident artists, young singers who perform regularly in main stage productions as well as the company’s community programs under the personal supervision of Peter Hemmings, Plácido Domingo, Kent Nagano, and current Music Director James Conlon. On Stage Now: LA Opera is preparing for their 2017/2018 season, and while season tickets and chances to engage with community workshops (including Opera Camp and Pre-Opera Talks) are plentiful this summer, the world will have to wait to enjoy the grandeur of soaring falsettos and baritone performances with the first season opener of CARMEN starring Ana MarÍa MartÍnez through October 1st. 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

This arts organization built in 1928 as a Carriage House, once home to the working horses of the grand Victorian homes in this neighborhood. On Stage Now: Two political prisoners are allowed to interact with one another for one hour a week — but must remain in their chairs and never stand. As they entertain each other with stories of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza, we witness the power of theater to transport them, and us, into the realm of the imagination, even as we remain bound to our seats. September 9th through Oct 16th. 1117 West 24th Street LA, CA 90007. 213 -745-6516.

carmen - now showing at la opera

mark taper forum

Under the leadership of Artistic Director Michael Ritchie, this theatre creates an extraordinary connection between artists and audiences that only starts on the stage, reflecting the community it serves as one of the nation’s most influential nonprofit theatre companies for over 50-years. Coming Soon: The Mark Taper Forum is preparing to present HEAD OF PASSES with an astonishing, deeply moving new drama about family, acceptance, and the power of faith from MacArthur “Genius Award”-winning playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney (The Brother/Sister Plays), featuring Tony Award® winner Phylicia Rashad Show runs from September 13th to October 22nd. 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012. (213) 628-2772.

For over 29 years the Latino American Theater has provided a world-class arts center for those pursuing artistic excellence. Still excited about the renaming of one of five theaters in honor of award-winning Mexican American actress and community activist Lupe Ontiveros, who was a founding member of the company, it looks like LATC is preparing for their fall season, with little on the calendar besides their popular Art Walk pop up, held every 2nd Thursday of the month. Indie artists, guest djs, and a full bar offered by the theater house in the main lobby make for a memorable Art Walk adventure every time. 514 S Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013.

redcat

Through performances, exhibitions, screenings, and literary events, REDCAT introduces diverse audiences, students and artists to the most influential developments in the arts from around the world, and gives artists in this region the creative support they need to achieve national and international stature. Coming Soon: REDCAT’s 15th Season: Vital Artists at a Crucial Time a bold international program of daring and provocative artists who confront the most vital issues of our time with intelligent, memorable experiences you won’t soon forget beginning September 16th. 631 W. 2nd Street, LA, CA 90012.

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