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Pencil This In: Puppet Improv, Roman Polanski Horror & A Rug Making Class
Tonight, L.A. offers opportunities to laugh, get creeped out and get crafty. Read on for the details.
PUPPETS*
The Westside Comedy Theater presents "Never Been Fist," an improv comedy show delivered by puppets. The 21+ show is sure to delight all fans of foulmouthed, fuzzy friends. The show starts at 9 p.m. and tickets are $5.
FILM*
The Cinefamily is showing two screenings of Roman Polanski's classic horror film Repulsion, in which a skittish young woman slowly breaks down in her sister's apartment. Screenings are at 7:20 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Tickets are $15 for non-members.
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Polanski's "Repulsion" (trailer) from Cinefamily on Vimeo.
COMEDY
The Upright Citizens Brigade hosts new comedy by sketch groups God Hates Figs and Pitiful Creatures in their weekly Spank show. Tickets are $5, and the show starts at 6 p.m.
CRAFTS
Unincorporated Education and Space 15 Twenty are holding a hula hoop rug making class from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at PUR Vintage. Hoops and ratty old tee shirts will be provided. Admission is $15. RSVP via email (RSVP@space15twenty.com).
BONUS
Don't forget about Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, who are giving away free coffee and tea today!
*Pencil pick of the day
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