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Best Things To Do This Week In Los Angeles and SoCal: Jan. 29 - Feb. 1

A photo of Time For Three (TF3) holding their instruments: violin and cello.
Time For Three (TF3) will be performing at the Pepperdine Lisa Smith Wengler Center For the Arts.
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Courtesy Pepperdine
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This week in L.A., dive into an immersive comedy show in Hollywood or see an adaptation of Strangers On A Train in Beverly Hills. Craft lovers can learn how to mold clay in Miracle Mile. For a little spooky fun, consider a two-hour walking tour packed with Los Angeles history and providing a chance to see locations believed to be haunted.

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Events

  • Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    A poster for Upright Citizen Brigade's show 'Password 1234'. The poster features two women in glasses and a photo of Reggie Watts who is featured in the show.
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    Courtesy of Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
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    Visit Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre for an immersive tech comedy 'Password 1234.' Two powerhouse CEOs and self-proclaimed geniuses, Kim & Aliya, bravely introduce a new mobile app that solves the world’s worst problem.

  • Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    A pair of hands use black paint to draw something on a clay plate.
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    Courtesy of Craft Contemporary
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    Spend an evening learning to craft clay. Join P OT Studio as participants create a small plate set with written messages. All materials will be provided.

  • Monday, January 29, 2024 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    A poster that looks like a red and white pizza ad. The poster features art of the a man as a pizza chef alongside photos of comedians that will appear at the event. An illustration of a pizza is only on the poster.
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    Courtesy of Largo at the Coronet
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    Join comedian Joe Mande with friends Jacqueline Novak and Esther Povitsky for a comedy night at Largo at the Coronet. There’ll even be a surprise guest. Seats will be assigned at will call so arrive early.

  • Monday, January 29, 2024 from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

    From left to right: A man in dark blue button up long sleeve shirt crosses him arms. A woman sit on a chair with dark brown hair and a black dress. A red-headed woman with a red bead necklace and a black top.
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    Courtesy of LACMA
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    Join artist Analia Saban, architect Claus Benjamin Freyinger, and LACMA curator Rosie Mills for a conversation on working together with the exhibition Eternal Medium: Seeing the World in Stone.

  • Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 7:30 PM

    A room filled with people doing a yoga pose.
    A Kriya Meditation session.
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    Courtesy Kundalini Yoga & Meditation
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    Join in on a Kriya Meditation to shed negative energy and welcome the present. The session will close out with sound baths to soothe the soul.

  • Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 7:30 PM

    A photo of Time For Three (TF3) holding their instruments: violin and cello.
    Time For Three (TF3) will be performing at the Pepperdine Lisa Smith Wengler Center For the Arts.
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    Courtesy Pepperdine
    )

    Bonded by a blend of instruments and vocals, Grammy and Emmy-winning ensemble, Time For Three (TF3) will be performing at the Pepperdine Lisa Smith Wengler Center For the Arts. Experience various eras, styles, and traditions of Western music.

  • Thursday, February 1, 2024 at 7:30 PM

    A flyer with a train and shadow of two people, promoting Strangers on a Train.
    Written by Craig Warner and based on the book by Patricia Highsmith,, Strangers On A Train follows two young men who meet on a train.
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    Courtesy Theatre 40
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    Written by Craig Warner and based on the book by Patricia Highsmith,, Strangers On A Train follows two young men who meet on a train; one an ambitious architect, the other a playboy with a taste for danger. As the train takes them to their destination, the two travelers speculate on what it would be like to commit the perfect murder. The production is directed by Jules Aaron.

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Outdoor Pick

  • Monday, January 29, 2024 at 6:00 PM

    A photo of the Hollywood sign during daytime.
    The Hollywood sign.
    (
    David McNew
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    Getty Images North America
    )

    If you love Hollywood, the paranormal, or true crime, then this is the tour for you! This two-hour walking tour is led by expert guides with a passion for sharing Los Angeles history. As the sun sets, you will be led on a fright-filled walk to visit hotels, theaters, and landmarks rumored to be haunted.

Viewing Pick

  • Monday, January 29, 2024 at 3:00 PM

    A promotion of the 2024 Manila International Film Festival.
    The 2024 Manila International Film Festival hosts screenings at the iconic TCL Chinese 6 Theatres.
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    Courtesy Manila International Film Festival
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    Join the 2024 Manila International Film Festival in Hollywood for a week full of star-studded screenings at the iconic TCL Chinese 6 Theatres! This in-person event is a celebration of the finest films from Manila and beyond. A screening of When I Met You in Tokyo starring Vilma Santos and Christopher De Leon will kick off this cinematic extravaganza!

Dine & Drink Deals

  • Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Taco & Tequila Tuesdays at Hotel in West LA June flyer.
    Taco & Tequila Tuesdays at Hotel June
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    Courtesy Hotel June West LA
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    Nothing beats taco Tuesdays… besides taco and tequila Tuesdays! Every Tuesday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. head to Hotel June to enjoy specialty tacos and curated tequila pairings. The evening will also feature live guitar grooves by Bruno Pinheiro.

  • Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 5:00 PM

    A photo of vegan taquitos in a clear, plastic container with a logo that has "El Compa Vegano" on it.
    Vegan taquitos.
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    Courtesy Vegan Playground
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    )

    Vegan Playground is the weekly night market of the Arts District in downtown L.A., uniting lovers of food, music, and good times. Enjoy 20+ vendors serving up SoCal’s best vegan food, drink, and goods every Wednesday night! This event has free admission, DJs, giveaways and games.

  • February 1, 2024 through February 14, 2024

    A wine bottle sits above rose petals. The poster advertises 'A Valentine's Vineyard Voyage Wine Tasting'.
    (
    Courtesy of San Antonio Winery
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    With Valentine’s Day around the corner, take some time for a wonderful night of wine tasting. Visit the 1917 Wine Bar & Bistro at San Antonio Winery to try various wines and a charcuterie plate.

  • Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

    A wood board with empanadas and salsa on top. One empanada is open and the filling can be seen.
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    Patryk Pastewski
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    Unsplash
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    Learn to make an empanada from scratch. Join others at Stella Coffee for a step-by-step class, filling your empanada with authentic Argentinian fillings before sealing them up. Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in, wearing your mask. BYOB: beer or wine is welcome.

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