Intellectual Events & Talks in Los Angeles

Numbskull Revolution

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 · Time TBD

Vidiots

Film

Screening of Numbskull Revolution at Vidiots' MUBI Microcinema in Los Angeles. Part of the What the Friday?!? series with multiple showtimes (10:00 pm and 7:00 pm). An intimate cinema experience in a beloved indie venue.

Inside Lloyd Wright's Bollman House

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 · All day

LA Conservancy

Art

Take a rare behind-the-scenes tour of Lloyd Wright’s Bollman House, a textile-block marvel in Hollywood. The LA Conservancy guide reveals Wright's architecture, design details, and the home's preservation story, offering an intimate look inside this iconic residence.

Rooted Workshop: Succulent Pots

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 4:00 AM

Descanso Gardens

Workshop

Hands-on succulent potting with Maritza Aguirre of Soulful Succulents at Descanso Gardens. Pick your own pot, learn simple arrangement techniques, and take home a lush succulent display; green materials and vessels are provided. An outdoor, creative workshop ideal for gardeners of all levels on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Monuments Talking Tours

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 4:30 AM

The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA

Lecture

Join The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA in Los Angeles for a 11:30am Talking Tours session, a guided talk exploring monuments through art and public sculpture. Delve into the cultural and historical significance behind iconic works as curators and scholars lead accessible discussions.

Public Star Party – April 25, 2026

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM

Griffith Observatory

Lecture

Public Star Party at Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles invites stargazers of all ages for an educational afternoon of astronomy. View celestial objects through telescopes, hear astronomy talks, and enjoy hands-on demonstrations in a family-friendly, community science event with expert guidance from staff and guest astronomers.

Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956)

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 9:15 AM

Vidiots

Film

Screening of the 1956 sci-fi thriller Invasion of the Body Snatchers at Vidiots in Los Angeles. Part of the Eagle series, with a 4:15 pm showtime, offering a nostalgic glimpse into mid-century paranoia and classic genre filmmaking.

John Adams & Víkingur Ólafsson

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Music

A refined evening of classical repertoire featuring composer John Adams alongside pianist Víkingur Ólafsson, performed by the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles.

Bonnie and Clyde

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Vidiots

Film

Classic 1967 crime drama Bonnie and Clyde screens at Vidiots in Los Angeles as part of The Eagle Presents series. A 7:00 pm showtime offers a vintage cinema experience in a beloved indie venue.

The Law Offices Presents: Nekrotik Inanna

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 2:30 PM

The Elysian Theater

Music

A notorious Norwegian black-metal band, Nekrotik Inanna, reunites at The Elysian Theater in Los Angeles after their convicted lead singer is released from prison. On stage, feuds flare and the corpse-paint theatrics promise a provocative, high-tension show with brutal riffs and dark, chaotic energy.

Girl Internet Show: A Kati Kelli Mixtape

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 at 2:45 PM

Alamo Drafthouse Downtown

Film

Screening of Girl Internet Show: A Kati Kelli Mixtape at Alamo Drafthouse DTLA. A curated video compilation by the late internet artist Kati Kelli, offering a retrospective of her online work and bold, playful visuals. An intimate, artsy film night in downtown Los Angeles.

Artists in Conversation: Memory & Resilience

Sat, 25 Apr 2026 · All day

Museum of Tolerance

Art

Artists in Conversation: Memory & Resilience brings a panel of artists to the Museum of Tolerance for a thought-provoking discussion on how memory informs resilience. The talk takes place Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM at 9786 W. Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, inviting visitors to explore memory's role in art and healing.

Cinco de Mayo Family Day

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 5:00 AM

LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes

Family

Join LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes for a family-friendly Cinco de Mayo Day exploring the holiday's history with interactive activities, storytelling, and cultural displays inside the downtown museum.

All-American Story: Stories and Conversations About Immigration

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 7:00 AM

Glorya Kaufman Community Center at the Wende Museum

Conference

Immigrants and first- and second-generation Americans share personal stories and reflections in a panel discussion at the Glorya Kaufman Community Center, exploring identity, belonging, and the evolving immigration conversation in Los Angeles.

Kate Bowler with Rainn Wilson

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM

4pm PT/7pm ET and on video-on-demand for five days

Lecture

An engaging lecture-style conversation between theologian Kate Bowler and actor Rainn Wilson, streamed from Los Angeles with five days of on-demand access. A thoughtful, intellectual discussion on faith, life, and culture in an accessible live-talk setting.

High Society & Pride of the Blue Grass - Double Feature

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM

New Beverly Cinema

Film

Two vintage gems screen in a single evening at New Beverly: High Society (1955), a sparkling musical comedy with Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra, followed by Pride of the Blue Grass (1954), a lively Western. Enjoy classic cinema, popcorn, and LA’s cult-film atmosphere.

The Last Laugh: Harlem Nights and the Legacy of Comedy as Resistance

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Hammer Museum

Lecture

A thought-provoking evening at the Hammer Museum exploring how Harlem's comedic traditions fueled resistance and social critique, tracing the arc from classic stage nights to contemporary satire.

James Taylor @ Yaamava' Resort & Casino

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

bEATS, Yaamava' Resort & Casino

Music

A live performance by James Taylor, the renowned singer-songwriter, at Yaamava' Resort & Casino in the Los Angeles area. The show features Taylor's classic folk-rock repertoire in an intimate casino-theater setting, delivering timeless hits and warm storytelling for a memorable night.

How to be an Alpha Male (The Vault)

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 1:30 PM

The Elysian Theater

Comedy

In this stand-up show, Jerry Alpha riffs on alpha-male culture, sharing over-the-top tips with a captive YouTube audience. The performance at The Elysian Theater in Los Angeles blends sharp humor with social satire.

Homeschool Day

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 2:30 AM

Descanso Gardens

Family

Descanso Gardens hosts Homeschool Day, offering free entry for students and one accompanying adult per student, with education materials and hands-on outdoor learning amid the garden's beauty. This family-friendly educational outing in Los Angeles requires advance registration.

Céline and Julie Go Boating

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 11:15 AM

Alamo Drafthouse Downtown

Film

Screening of the French New Wave classic Céline and Julie Go Boating at Alamo Drafthouse DTLA. Presented as part of the Queer Film Theory 101 series, this playful, dreamlike masterpiece blends whimsy with Rivette’s inventive cinema.

Reel to Reel: THE OPENER

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

GRAMMY Museum

Film

Kick off the Reel to Reel series at the Grammy Museum with THE OPENER, a curated film screening that spotlights cinema history and music-in-film storytelling in a stylish Los Angeles venue.

Triple feature: The Ape Man, Voodoo Man, Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

New Beverly Cinema

Film

A triple-feature at New Beverly Cinema featuring The Ape Man, Voodoo Man, and Bela Lugosi Meets a Brooklyn Gorilla. Expect vintage grindhouse thrills and Bela Lugosi’s iconic presence in LA’s beloved indie cinema.

Enormous Things: The Musical

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

The Elysian Theater

Theater

An ensemble musical at The Elysian Theater follows Claes Oldenburg on a journey to rekindle inspiration for oversized everyday sculptures. He encounters famous sculptors and faces the enigmatic Jeff Koons in a playful, artful quest about why art matters.

Boys Go to Jupiter

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Alamo Drafthouse Downtown

Film

Screening of a tense teen drama about a Florida teen hustling to raise $5,000, offering a raw, coming-of-age portrait. Showing at Alamo Drafthouse DTLA on April 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM, this LA screening promises sharp storytelling and a gritty look at adolescence.

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