Events in Los Angeles

The Cultural Politics of Eddie Murphy: Coming to America

2026-04-04T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

lecture

An insightful Hammer Museum talk examining how Eddie Murphy’s Coming to America frames race, representation, and cultural politics in American cinema, with scholars offering fresh, accessible analysis in a lively discussion.

Spring Exhibitions Opening Celebration

2026-04-04T20:00:00

Hammer Museum

art

The Hammer Museum hosts the Spring Exhibitions Opening Celebration, an evening preview of the season's new art shows with gallery previews and talks in its landmark Los Angeles space.

Wild Up at The Nimoy

2026-04-04T20:00:00

UCLA Nimoy Theater

music

CAP UCLA presents Wild Up performing 'Perfect Offering' at The Nimoy Theater in Los Angeles. An evening of contemporary classical music by a dynamic ensemble, blending intimate chamber textures with bold, experimental repertoire in a renowned campus venue.

Several Eternities in a Day — Opening Day Programs

2026-04-05T12:00:00

Hammer Museum

art

Opening day programs at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles celebrate Several Eternities in a Day with curator talks, gallery tours, and live programming, offering a vivid introduction to contemporary art in an intimate indoor setting.

The Night of the Hunter

2026-04-05T19:00:00

Hammer Museum

film

Film screening of The Night of the Hunter at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, showcasing a classic suspense thriller in a sleek museum venue, exploring filmmaking craft and heritage.

Anna Sew Hoy Lecture

2026-04-07T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

lecture

An academic-style lecture by artist Anna Sew Hoy, hosted by UCLA's Department of Art at the Hammer Museum. Explore her contemporary practice, materials, and sculpture in a concise, insightful evening in Los Angeles.

Lunchtime Art Talk on Corita Kent

2026-04-08T12:30:00

Hammer Museum

art

Join a lunchtime art talk at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles as speakers explore Corita Kent’s vibrant, socially engaged art and its lasting impact, in a relaxed midday gallery setting.

Tyshawn Sorey Trio: School Matinee

2026-04-10T10:45:00

UCLA Nimoy Theater

music

Tyshawn Sorey leads his trio in a school matinee at The Nimoy, Los Angeles, blending jazz and experimental textures for Grades 6-12; an engaging, educational live performance showcasing improvisation and contemporary percussion.

The Hearst Metrotone News Collection and the Spanish Civil War

2026-04-10T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

film

Join a screening and discussion at the Hammer Museum of selections from the Hearst Metrotone News Collection about the Spanish Civil War. The program situates historical newsreels within documentary filmmaking, media history, and 1930s international politics, offering fresh context from curators.

Tyshawn Sorey Trio

2026-04-10T20:00:00

UCLA Nimoy Theater

music

Experience the Tyshawn Sorey Trio live at The Nimoy in Los Angeles, delivering adventurous jazz with textural percussion, bold improvisation, and intimate, high-virtuosity performances in a renowned campus venue.

Toward a More Perfect Rebellion: Celebrating the Legacy of Robert A. Nakamura

2026-04-11T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

lecture

A commemorative lecture at the Hammer Museum examining Robert A. Nakamura's pivotal influence on Asian American cinema and film studies. The program honors his legacy with insights into his documentary and narrative work and a post-talk discussion.

Family Flicks: Singin' in the Rain

2026-04-12T11:00:00

Hammer Museum

film

Join a family-friendly film night at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles for a screening of Singin' in the Rain. A timeless Hollywood classic presented as part of Family Flicks, featuring iconic songs and dance in a welcoming museum setting.

Art in Conversation

2026-04-12T13:00:00

Hammer Museum

art

A stimulating conversation at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles about contemporary art, featuring curators and artists, offering insights into current trends and ideas shaping the art world.

50th Anniversary Screening: Please, Don’t Bury Me Alive!

2026-04-12T19:00:00

Hammer Museum

film

Join a 50th-anniversary screening of Please, Don’t Bury Me Alive! at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles. This museum screening brings a notable title to the stage, inviting cinephiles to revisit a defining moment in cinema history within a historic venue and engage with the program’s curatorial context.

Water for Life

2026-04-14T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

art

Evening art exhibition at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, Water for Life investigates water as a vital resource through contemporary artworks and immersive installations by local and international artists.

Subtronics, Strawbry

2026-04-14T20:00:00

Fox Theater

music

High-energy dubstep night as Subtronics headlines with Strawbry at Fox Theater in Los Angeles. An 18+ electronic music event featuring heavy bass drops, immersive visuals, and a packed night of club-ready beats.

Lunchtime Art Talk on Fred Eversley

2026-04-15T12:30:00

Hammer Museum

art

Join a midday discussion at the Hammer Museum as contemporary artist Fred Eversley shares insights into his luminous sculpture practice. This casual lunchtime talk explores light, form, and perception in an inviting urban museum setting.

Hilton Als & Zoë Ryan on Curating

2026-04-15T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

art

Join Hilton Als and Zoë Ryan for an insightful evening at the Hammer Museum as they explore curating in contemporary art, sharing perspectives on exhibition histories, audience engagement, and how curated spaces shape perception and dialogue.

Monica Majoli: Five Centuries of Works on Paper - After Hours Tour

2026-04-16T18:00:00

Hammer Museum

art

Join an after-hours gallery tour at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles as Monica Majoli presents Five Centuries of Works on Paper, marking the Grunwald Center's 70th anniversary with a focus on drawings and prints.

UCLA AMIA Student Chapter Takeover! Avant-garde Animation

2026-04-17T19:30:00

Hammer Museum

film

An evening program presented by the UCLA AMIA Student Chapter at the Hammer Museum, highlighting avant-garde animation through a curated selection of experimental shorts. The screening pairs bold visuals with archival insight and sparks discussion on innovative moving-image practices.

Screenwriting: Writing with Conflict

2026-04-19T11:00:00

Hammer Museum

workshop

Join 826LA and the Hammer Museum for a screenwriting workshop on crafting conflict in scenes. Learn character motivation, plot tension, and sharp dialogue in an interactive, expert-led session at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles.

Black Pack Television: In Living Color

2026-04-19T19:00:00

Hammer Museum

film

Screening program from Black Pack Television: In Living Color at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, pairing archival clips from the groundbreaking 1990s sketch show with expert context and discussion.

Lunchtime Art Talk on Jackie Amézquita

2026-04-22T12:30:00

Hammer Museum

art

Join a lunchtime art talk at the Hammer Museum exploring Jackie Amézquita's contemporary practice. In a concise, artist-led discussion, the talk offers fresh insights into her work and its place in LA's vibrant art scene, over a midday visit to the galleries.

Sullivan Fortner Trio: School Matinee

2026-04-24T10:45:00

UCLA Nimoy Theater

music

Sullivan Fortner Trio headlines a school matinee at The Nimoy in Los Angeles, offering an engaging jazz performance for grades 6–12 with accessible repertoire, lively improvisation, and a vibrant, classroom-like concert experience.

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