From a comedy show to discussion on civic participation, there's plenty to enjoy in Los Angeles this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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'Happy Birthday Doug'
From the event description:
Doug is turning 41 today. He’s visited by friends, nightmares, a few exes and even a ghost. Imagine a gay "Christmas Carol"/modern-day exorcism set in a wine bar in Silverlake. Welcome to the party.
When: Tuesday, June 11, 8-9:30 p.m.
Where: Dynasty Typewriter, 2511 Wilshire Blvd.
Admission: $15
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Celebrate Pride at the 'Hairspray!' Sing-Along
From the event description:
Join us as we celebrate the month of pride with a sing-along version of the hit musical "Hairspray!" Enjoy activities before the movie and dance to the sounds of live music from a tribute band.
When: Wednesday, June 12, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: The Grove, 189 The Grove Drive
Admission: Free
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Exquisite Corpse: Before, During and After Death with Carla Denker, Tim Tattu and Ann Faison, moderated by Asuka Hisa
From the event description:
Invented by the Surrealists in the 1920s, the Exquisite Corpse is a parlour game that brings together the disparate contributions of participants to create a collective portrait artwork. For this discussion on the end-of-life process, we invite three participants — a professional organizer, a hospice nurse and a grief counselor — to share their work as it relates to the life and death of people.
When: Wednesday, June 12, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, 1717 E. Seventh St.
Admission: Free
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What's New: Getty Images
From the event description:
Join us and Getty Images for the next installment of our What’s New series, in which prominent industry leaders in documentary present up-to-the-minute information about what’s happening in the documentary landscape and discuss new opportunities for filmmakers. Heather Tanning, Manager of Production Market Strategy, and Patty Lok, Senior Project Manager Rights and Clearance, will share their expertise on how Getty Images works directly with filmmakers to help them license media at a price that fits their budget.
When: Thursday, June 13, 4:30-6 p.m.
Where: IDA Office, 3470 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 980
Admission: Free
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Changing Landscape for Civic Participation in California with Alex Padilla
From the event description:
2020 will be momentous — the most consequential census of our lifetime, a crowded presidential primary and a contentious general election, all set on a backdrop of cyber threats and potential foreign interference. Meanwhile, Los Angeles County will transition from traditional polling places to vote centers. Secretary of State Alex Padilla, California's Chief Elections Officer responsible for safeguarding our democracy, will join us for a discussion on what we need to know and do to ensure that civic participation in California is safeguarded and expanded.
When: Thursday, June 13, 5-8 p.m.
Where: The Raben Group, 601 S. Figueroa St., Suite 2775
Admission: Free
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Parking in Los Angeles can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of Downtown LA parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check the LA Metro website for nearby stations and schedules.
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