From a comedy show to a film screening, 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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Sam Morril
From the event description:
Sam Morril is a New York-based comedian and the star of the MSG Networks series "People Talkin’ Sports." His first hour-long comedy special was executive produced by Amy Schumer and was just released by Comedy Central last week... His other credits include "Inside Amy Schumer" (Comedy Central), "@Midnight" (Comedy Central), "Last Comic Standing" (NBC) and "America’s Got Talent" (NBC).
When: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 10-11:30 p.m.
Where: Dynasty Typewriter at The Hayworth, 2511 Wilshire Blvd.
Admission: $10
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Sizzling Summer Nights: Son Mayor
From the event description:
Dance the night away with L.A.’s best salsa and Latin fusion bands at the Autry’s popular summer series. The outdoor parties include free lessons with an instructor, access to museum galleries, a separate children’s dance floor and more. Tacos, margaritas and other light refreshments are available for purchase from Crossroads West.
When: Thursday, Aug. 15, 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way
Admission: Free - $15
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Dear Media x The Grove — With Whit with Whitney Port and Special Guests
From the event description:
Join us in The Park, every Thursday from August 15th - August 29th, for a live summer podcast and picnic series presented by The Grove and Dear Media, a female-focused podcast network... On August 15, we kick off the series with Whitney Port of With Whit, a podcast that covers the many facets that make up Whit’s life: relationships, parenthood, entrepreneurship, beauty, fashion, health, wellness and much more! Join Whitney Port for an open, raw and honest conversation with special guests.
When: Thursday, Aug. 15, 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Grove, The Grove Drive
Admission: Free
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Full Moon Rising — City Lights
From the event description:
We are excited to deliver our third installment of The 333 open-air experiences. This experience is part mind-travel hike, part meditation, part silent disco... taking place at a stunning location overlooking the beautiful LA basin.
When: Thursday, Aug. 15, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Griffith Park, 2700 N. Vermont Ave.
Admission: $36
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FilAm Arts Presents: Happy Jail — An Exclusive Community Screening
From the event description:
FilAm Arts is proud to present an exclusive community screening of "Happy Jail," an original Netflix docuseries directed by Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Michele Josue. The Cebu Provincial Detention and Rehabilitation Center (CPDRC) in the Philippines became a global phenomenon when smile-evoking videos of its prison populace performing mass choreographed routines to Michael Jackson hits surfaced and rapidly became a viral smash.
When: Thursday, Aug. 15, 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Vista Theatre, 4473 Sunset Drive
Admission: Free
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Parking in Downtown LA 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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