The Knitting Factory, the Hollywood club usually known for musical performances, seductive red lighting and a somewhat eclectic crowd, has been welcoming a new genre into their Sunday night lineup ““ comedy. Read more...
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February 12, 9:00 pm
Laughter good medicine for food bank
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February 12, 9:00 pm
Myers’ acceptance speech spirals into mini-performance
Mike Myers accepted the 23rd Jack Benny Award on Wednesday at Royce Hall for his outstanding comedic achievements, including a successful run on “Saturday Night Live” and the hit films in the “Austin Powers” series. Read more...
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February 12, 9:00 pm
Experience, humor make Chappelle stand out
Dave Chappelle used to bring his mother with him to nightclubs when he first began performing stand-up comedy, and not just for moral support. At the time, he was only 14-years-old. Read more...
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February 11, 9:00 pm
V-Day
Recent UCLA graduate Eileen Reardon isn’t worried about having her boyfriend’s parents see her perform a monologue this weekend. Considering the topic of her performance is vaginas, this might seem like an awfully plucky attitude. Read more...
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February 11, 9:00 pm
Local brothers’ band ready to stir up Brew Co.
For A.I. band members and brothers Nick and Zack Young, growing up in a collegiate setting like Westwood has been both educational and influential in their musical aspirations. Read more...
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February 11, 9:00 pm
Curtain Calls
“Fuddy Meers” Colony Theatre Through March 9 (818) 558-7000 Waking up in the morning with no recollection of the day before may seem like a common occurrence across college campuses, but for playwright David Lindsay-Abaire, the scenario presents itself as a world of interesting plot opportunities. Read more...
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February 11, 9:00 pm
Fowler exhibit focuses on many faces of Senegal saint
Throughout the streets of Senegal, numerous representations of a holy man’s photograph reflect the artful response of a devout Muslim population. Through July 27, the UCLA Fowler Museum of Cultural History presents “A Saint in the City: Sufi Arts of Urban Senegal,” the first major U.S. Read more...