Looking to mix things up this week? From a wreath workshop to a Sister Act II-themed brunch, here are a few top options to help you get off the couch and out into the world.

From a multi-comic standup show to a night of music and poetry, there are some great options for appreciating culture and comedy this week.

From a visit with jolly Old St. Nick. to indoor play spaces, there's plenty to do when it comes to opportunities for learning and fun. Read on for a rundown of what to do this week.

From a night of yoga and helping the homeless to a holiday gala benefitting Alzheimers, there's plenty to do when it comes to good causes coming up in Los Angeles this week. Read on for a rundown.

If you're a theater fan, there's plenty of stage performances in Pasadena this week, from a live radio broadcast of "It's A Wonderful Life" to a British holiday panto version of "The Wizard of Oz."

If you're a theater fan, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to stage performances in Santa Monica this week, from a staging of "Waiting for Godot" to a play-within-a-play.

When it comes to comedy, there's plenty to keep you busy this week, from long-form improvisation to a completely improvised musical.

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From a rockstar performance to a holiday chorus to a country sensation, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.

From a jazzy performance by "The Crooner to two throwback rock concerts, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.

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 holiday art festivities to museum exhibitions.

From a funkadelic performance to a soothing jazz ensemble, read on for a local music to-do list to fill your calendar this week.

When it comes to entertainment culture, there's plenty to keep you busy this week, from a live studio taping to holiday films on the Montalbán rooftop. Read on for the top events to add to your calend