What To Do in Town,
Week of
Dec 7-13, 2023
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It’s the season to be merry and bright and time to keep the spirit in our hearts. | See our exciting latest issue: discoverhollywood.com | |
Eight days of Hanukkah (The Festival of Lights) begins December 7th and is celebrated as a testament to God's faithfulness to the Jewish people by preserving them through war and persecution. | |
SANTA'S CIRCUS
Dec 8 - Dec 23
Enjoy the enchanting family-friendly extravaganza, featuring a blend of theatre, dance and high-flying acrobatics, for families and audiences of all ages.
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WALK OF
FAME HONOREE:
ZAC EFRON
Dec 11
Zac Efron will be honored with the 2,767th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the category of motion pictures.
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HOLLYWOOD HERITAGE MUSEUM |
HOLLYWOOD CELEBRATES
THE HUNDREDS HOLIDAY PARTY
Dec 12 & Dec 13
A holiday celebration PLUS the "Paramount on Parade with Jack Oakie and Friends" exhibition and a tribute to centennials reached in 2023.
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HOLIDAY THEATRE PRODUCTIONS | |
HOLLYWOOD PANTAGES THEATRE |
DR. SEUSS'
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
Dec 7 - Dec 17
Discover the magic
of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage.
REVIEW
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A CHRISTMAS MEMORY
Dec 10
A live reading of "A Christmas Memory," written by Truman Capote, and performed by Kathy Garver.
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ISC STUDIO AT ATWATER CROSSING |
A CHRISTMAS
CAROL WITH CHARLES DICKENS
Dec 8 - Dec 23
Based on an adaption the author made of his famous Christmas story and performed by Mr. David Melville; a holiday favorite returns.
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SO MANY STARS
Thru Dec 10
A Holiday Cabaret celebrating more than the Season is a wonder of light, friendship, family and love! With music and songs, it celebrates the joy of life itself.
REVIEW
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HOLLYWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH |
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Thru Dec 16
The longest running Hollywood Production of Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol".
REVIEW
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BOB’S HOLIDAY OFFICE PARTY
Thru Dec 17
Born in Hollywood, this holiday romp returns with all its fun, laughs and craziness.
REVIEW
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MAMA MAMA
CAN'T YOU SEE
Thru Dec 10
an explosive new play about human connection and the mythology of war.
REVIEW
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FREIGHT: THE FIVE INCARNATIONS
OF ABEL GREEN
Thru Dec 16
Five versions of an African American everyman who travels through time in different incarnations.
REVIEW
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MONDAY NIGHT PLAYGROUND:
SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS
Dec 11
Celebrate the holidays PlayGround-style featuring original short plays inspired live at Broadwater Second Stage and simulcast online.
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COLLABORATIVE ARTISTS BLOC
AT THE MATRIX THEATRE
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LINES IN THE DUST
Thru Dec 10
Losing the charter school lottery for her daughter, Demintra must find another way to leave their underperforming neighborhood school.
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A FAMILY BUSINESS
Thru Dec 31
Rose and Julio hope this will be a night to remember. It will be; although not in a way that any of them could have imagined.
REVIEW
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BABY FOOT
Extended Thru Dec 11
Two seemingly mismatched souls find themselves on the cusp of a life-changing connection.
REVIEW
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QUEER RADIO HOUR:
A CHRISTMAS THING
Dec 11
Ring in the holidays with this hilarious original comedy show.
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LOVE, SEX,
AND MISERY
Thru Dec 10
Not your normal black box – this modern space has white walls, a concrete industrial floor and is quite spacious. It can be turned into anything your heart desires.
REVIEW
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LEWIS & TOLKEIN
Extended Thru Dec 10
Filled with humor, rousing debate, and reconciliation, the two authors learn the true value of their friendship.
REVIEW
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IAMA THEATRE COMPANY
AT ATWATER
VILLAGE THEATER
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RADICAL
Thru Dec 11
Three women on the Mexican-American border will do anything to make themselves known.
REVIEW
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SCISSORHANDS:
A MUSICAL TRIBUTE
Thru Dec 30
A homage to Tim Burton’s iconic 1990 film features renditions of some of pop music’s biggest songs.
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Perfect for your holiday roadtrip or anytime you want to experience live theatre on demand. Open-Door Playhouse presents short plays in podcast form. The Final Battle debuts November 30th. Go online at http://opendoorplayhouse.org for full selection. | |
STORYBOOK THEATRE AT THEATRE WEST |
ALADDIN, THE PRINCESS, AND THE MAGIC LAMP
Thru Jan 13, 2024
A family friendly audience participation musical with catchy songs and dancing.
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L.A. LIGHTS
Thru Jan 17, 2024
Enjoy the spirit of winter with whimsical photo ops, warming treats like hot cocoa and churros, and the peace of the natural surroundings only the L.A. Zoo can offer.
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CHANUKAH CELEBRATION
Dec 10
Join in from 3-5pm for Chanukah fun with youth performances by JLA, Chanukah sing-a-longs, crafts and a special Menorah lighting ceremony with Miracle Mile Chabad.
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AUTOMATIC
Dec 12
with Geneva Jacuzzi & Le Pain
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MIDNIGHT WONDERLAND
Dec 12
A Rock N' Roll Charity Extravaganza
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CURTIS WATERS
Dec 9
With Monet Ngo & Nevi
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STEVE GADD BAND
Dec 7 - Dec 10
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ALEXANDRA KAY
Dec 10
with Haley Mae Campbell
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HOLLYWOOD ROOSEVELT HOTEL |
SLAY A HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR
Dec 13
A night of stand-up comedy, music, burlesque, & holiday cheer.
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ACADEMIC ANONYMOUS COMEDY
Dec 10
Where academics spill their funniest secret.
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HA HA HANUKKAH
Dec 8
A comedy line up featuring Fielding Edlow, Eddie Pepitone, Ian Edwards, Laura Kightlinger, Wayne Federman, Nicole Aimee Schreiber, Danny Jolles, and more.
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Read the review of 'Story Smash' by Amanda Callas HERE. | |
NICKY NODJOUMI:
LET'S TALK
Dec 9 - Jan 13, 2024
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LOS ANGELES MUNICIPAL
ART GALLERY
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OPEN CALL: APOPHENIA
Dec 9 - Mar 16, 2024
An exhibition featuring 350 artists living and/or working in Southern California.
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PHILOSOPHICAL RESEARCH SOCIETY
AT L.A.C.E
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APOLAKI:
FILM SCREENING AND ARTIST TALK
Dec 10
A special screening of the video and an artist talk with artists hosted by Micaela and collaborators Jay Carlon, Carlo Maghirang, and the Liyang Network.
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WINTER ART MARKET
Dec 10
Join the fun this Sunday with a curation of coffee, art objects, printed materials, photographs, plants, and clothing by local artists and creators.
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SEXY XMAS VII
Dec 7 - Jan 6, 2024
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LA CONTEMPORARY
AT LAUNCH LA
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EXPRESSIONS
Dec 8 - Dec 17
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AMERICAN CINEMATHEQUE
AT THE EGYPTIAN THEATRE
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IMITATION
OF LIFE
Dec 10
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NEW FILMMAKERS LOS ANGELES |
INFOCUS:
MIDDLE EASTERN & ARAB CINEMA
Dec 9
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AMERICAN CINEMATHEQUE
AT LOS FELIZ THEATRE
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RIDE THE HIGH COUNTRY
Dec 9
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EIGHT CRAZY NIGHTS
Dec 12
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THE STING
Dec 11
50th Anniversary Screening.
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