Weekly What To Do: Anime Expo and The Fourth of July & Jaws, There's Always Another Jaws
It's that time of year again, the 4th of July an Anime Expo. So, not gonna go over AX over here that much, but downtown belongs to the otaku this weekend. We've been telling you about AX for week's now. We'll have a big overview the event when it's all over.
A celebration of community, resilience and joy shared among Angelenos who want to build connections, solidarity, allyship and mutual support. This year’s event features arts activities, sports games, live music, and dance, with dozens of LA’s favorite food trucks and DJs spanning genres from hip-hop to reggaeton, funk, and more. Enjoy the return of the Gloria Molina Grand Park Ferris Wheel and an innovative drone show by Grizzly Entertainment.
Come celebrate with us and experience the true spirit of community.
Hollywood Bowl 2301 N. Highland ave Los Angeles, CA 90068
$$
"Harry Connick, Jr. first commanded a stage at the age of five, and he’s been blowing audiences away ever since. The Grammy and Emmy winner—not to mention Hollywood Bowl Hall of Famer—and his band lead three thrilling nights of songs, fireworks, and fun, featuring Thomas Wilkins and the LA Phil."
Guests are invited to bring family and friends to celebrate Independence Day at Universal Studios Hollywood to experience the theme park’s slate of award-winning lands, rides, and attractions, then transition to the rhythmic beats of a fife and drum band, festive décor and an exhilarating fireworks display beginning at 9:00 p.m.
The Queen Mary’s All-American 4th of July Celebration runs from 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Tickets start at $35 online for children and $55 online per adult. The VIP admission is $125 for ages 4+ and includes additional access to Verandah Grill, Britannia Salon, and premium firework viewing. Hotel and cabana packages are also available. Cabanas are available for reservation and will grant access to the Capstan Deck.
Celebrate an all-American 4th of July aboard The Queen Mary and enjoy a fun-filled day of good food, great entertainment, family games, activities, a World War II aircraft flyover, and a spectacular fireworks show.
JAWS 4th of July
Jaws is playing at like every independent theater in LA. Here's two of the many listings for July 4th. I'm glad we associate the 4th with a man-eating shark.
DISCOVERY CHANNEL’S ANNUAL SHARK WEEK KICKS OFF ON SUNDAY, JULY 7 at 8PM
"Thrilling encounters with apex predators, epic deep-sea expeditions, and weighty concerns about the poop from the fattest white sharks patrolling the waters are just a few of the extraordinary stories that will emerge during Discovery Channel’s Shark Week, beginning Sunday, July 7 at 8PM ET/PT. Host John Cena will guide viewers through 21 hours of new programming and preview each night’s top moments alongside interviews with fan favorite shark experts."
On each evening of the Festival of Arts summer schedule, ticket holders are amazed and enchanted by ninety minutes of tableaux vivants (living pictures), incredibly faithful recreations of classical and contemporary works of art, with real people posing to look exactly like their counterparts in the original pieces.
Set in a beautiful open-air gallery, this highly acclaimed juried fine art show features the work of over 100 award-winning Orange County artists. From paintings, glass, ceramics, photography and more, the Festival showcases a variety of mediums and artwork styles for avid collectors and festivalgoers to browse and purchase directly from the artists.
4:00 P.M. & 6:00 P.M. on Sunday, July 7th, 2024 The Ray Stark Family Theatre, SCA 108 George Lucas Building, USC School of Cinematic Arts Complex 900 W. 34th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90007 FREE ADMISSION. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. RSVP REQUIRED.
The American Cinematheque’s upcoming ULTRA CINEMATHEQUE 70 Fest will feature a staggering 39 films in glorious 70mm! Join us July 5th through August 4th at the Aero and Egyptian Theatres for both brand new, classic and archival 70mm prints with exclusive members only screenings and exciting events for the general public.
Friday / Saturday - July 5-6 and 12-13, 2024 SIX Shows a Night - 7pm / 7:45pm / 8:30pm / 9:15pm / 10pm / 10:45pm
4850 Lankershim Blvd N Hollywood, CA 91601 TIX $20 in Advance or $25 at the door
*Only 9 people per experince
"Prepare for an unforgettable summer experience as '80s SUMMER SLASHER brings the chills and thrills of classic '80s horror to life! This 18+ immersive theatre production invites audiences to step into the spooky world of Camp Bloodmoon, where they will play a role in a terrifying adventure filled with suspense, scares, and interactive fun.'80s Summer Slasher promises a unique blend of fright and excitement, making every performance a night to remember!"
Prime! tells the human (and humanoid android) stories behind the world’s biggest and soon to be only company. Join a very special Alexa-bot as they leave their warehouse home for the first time, traveling across the country to learn just how much Amazon has changed the world… for the better! This musical adventure takes you across the entire globe, from Florida to California.
In Tribute to the 30th anniversary of Mike Mignola's Hellboy superhero character curator Gary Deocampo has assembled a group exhibition with over 40 artists paying tribute to Hellboy with paintings, drawings and sculptures.
The Tournament of Cheeseburgers comes to a close and the finalists that won have been invited to sell their best cheeseburgers at this Sunday's Smorgasburg. Does it get more American then that? What's the top ranking SoCal cheeseburger, find out Sunday!
Tournament of Cheeseburgers Sunday, July 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Smorgasburg LA at ROW DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St., downtown L.A. Parking $
-Just love that the trailer is warning you that it's a comedy this time.
Extra:
OFF THE 405
is the Getty Center's annual outdoor summer concert series, bringing
some of today's most exciting bands to the stage for a memorable
experience amid stunning architecture and breathtaking sunset views.
UCB, a cheapo comedy show almost every night, see comedians before they make podcasts and have stories about the UCB and before they hit the big time.
10am-4pm at @rowdtla Free Entry, Family Friendly Beer Garden, No Pets.
Smorgasburg
is the largest weekly open-air food market in America, with markets in
Los Angeles attracting 50,000 people each weekend to eat from a hundred
local vendors.
Largo,
known for comedy shows. Grab some
tickets before everything sells out. Many new shows from some of LA's
top comedians. We see Bill Burr, Patton Oswalt,
Pete Holmes and Sarah Silverman performing here to name a few.
Do
you have Cine Insomnia? We have the cure! Join us at Landmark's Nuart
Theatre for midnight weekend programs ranging from classic anime and
horror to sci-fi favorites, offbeat musicals, cult sensations and more!
American Cinematheque-A celebratedindependent theatergroup that brings both the talent and catalog of films to make for some of LA's best movie nights.
Vidiots -A
one-of-a-kind hub for film lovers, filmmakers, and everyone curious
about cinema. A small theater is more than made-up for with the constant
content and special screenings.
March 2-Sept 1 Japanese American National Museum 100 North Central Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012 Admission $
Giant Robot Biennale 5 features artists Sean Chao, Felicia Chiao, Luke Chueh, Giorgiko, James Jean,
Taylor
Lee, Rain Szeto, and Yoskay Yamamoto, among others. Since 2007, JANM
has partnered with Eric Nakamura, founder of Giant Robot, to produce the
Giant Robot Biennale, a recurring art exhibition that highlights
diverse creative works celebrating the brand’s ethos.
“Yes,
KAWAII is Art -EXPRESS YOURSELF-” is the first exhibition in which
Masuda, known as the “King of Kawaii,” brings together multiple artworks
unravelling the concepts within the phenomena while introducing his
personal story of sharing kawaii with the world. Through his collection
of artifacts from the origins of the culture and dazzling immersive art
installations, visitors are invited to explore the cultural context and
significance of the kawaii movement and step into the colorful world to
feel the aesthetic for themselves, emphasizing its role in fostering a
sense of joy, innocence, and community as a tool for self-expression and
representation of a worldwide tribe to which we can all belong.
Never-before-seen
at a museum and making its American debut, Asian Comics: Evolution of
an Art Form presents the largest ever selection of original artworks
from Asian comics, displayed alongside their printed, mass-produced
forms. This exhibition is a vivid journey through the art of comics and
visual storytelling across Asia. From its historical roots to the most
recent digital innovations, the exhibition looks to popular Japanese
manga and beyond, highlighting key creators
