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Los Angeles to host a variety of performing and visual arts events this week

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Published on August 13, 2019
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If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Los Angeles this week, from a parody show to a dance performance.

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Stop Stopping the Unstoppable

From the event description:

In this parody of personal development seminars and life coaching programs you will join success coach and transformation artist "Dale Thorhammer" as he transforms the lives of everyone on earth in his life-altering seminar that unlocks the secrets to help people living a life they love without doing anything at all. Dale brings his years of studying self-development and conscious to facilitate an experience that will unleash a new you that'll make you say "yes!" He can't force you to live a life you love — unless you come to the show. 

When: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 8-9:30 p.m.
Where: Dynasty Typewriter at The Hayworth, 2511 Wilshire Blvd.
Price: $20 - $35
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Brothers Comedy: Hot Sticky August Edition

From the event description:

The Brothers gang is at it again with another show so good it will make you say "Hey, that was really good" to your friend as you're leaving the bar.

When: Wednesday, Aug. 14, 8 p.m.
Where: Brews Brothers, 5140 Lankershim Blvd.
Price: Free
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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.
Price: $10
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Plaza for All Celebration Art-Making Workshop

From the event description:

Join us to create artwork that reflects your community pride, love for Los Angeles and hopes and dreams for your future experiences in The Music Center Plaza. As part of the upcoming celebration festivities for the reopening of the newly renovated Music Center Plaza in Downtown Los Angeles, LA Commons is leading a series of fun, highly creative and accessible artmaking workshops throughout L.A. County, offering everyone the opportunity to join in the celebration. This workshop is happening in conjunction with The Music Center's popular summer series, Dance DTLA.

When: Friday, Aug. 16, 8-10 p.m.
Where: The Music Center Plaza, 135 N. Grand Ave.
Price: Free
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Brockus Project: "Women Rising"

From the event description:

In celebration of the 99th anniversary of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote, Brockus Project will present "Women Rising: Choreography from the Female Perspective." The evening will pay tribute to women pioneers of modern dance as well as celebrating women choreographers working in Los Angeles today who continue to innovate. Ten groups will perform, including JazzAntiqua, LA Contemporary Dance Company, Blue13, Heidi Duckler Dance, Luminario Ballet, Rosanna Gamson/World Wide and more.

When: Friday, Aug. 16, 8:30 p.m.
Where: Ford Theatres, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East
Price: $15 - $27.50
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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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