The Wende Museum exterior. Photo by Brian Champlin
Need to-dos for the week to come? You’re in the right space.
In the queue for this January 19-23 in L.A. you’ll find King Day at CAAM, Living Room Comedy at The Edendale, All The Devils Are Here at BroadStage, Docs @ LA Plaza, Community Flow Yoga at the Wende Museum, Rewriting History at The Getty, and more.
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Things To Do This Week
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
King Day at CAAM – M FA > On Monday, honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at CAAM’s annual celebration in Exposition Park. The day is packed with meaningful programming, including a community discussion of King’s “The Three Evils of Society” speech and a stirring musical tribute by the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles. Families can drop into a faux-stained glass workshop or contribute to a community book drive supporting the Little Free Library at the Crenshaw Family YMCA. With food trucks on-site and the museum’s galleries open to the public, it’s an essential LA tradition for reflection and community action. Admission is free with an RSVP. Runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. .More info here.
Mae Martin: Work in Progress at Lyric Hyperion -> Award-winning comedian and Feel Good star Mae Martin returns to the Lyric Hyperion Theater & Cafe this Tuesday to workshop brand-new, “very sketchy” material. Known for their hyper-focused energy and candid storytelling, Mae’s work-in-progress shows are a mix of experimental stand-up, improv, and music in an intimate setting. Tickets are $23.38 including fees. Show starts at 9:30 p.m. More info here.
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Living Room Comedy at The Edendale – FA TP > Kick off your Tuesday night with big laughs in a cozy setting at The Edendale. This week’s Living Room Comedy lineup is heavy on talent, headlined by the sharp and charming River Butcher (Hacks, Good Trouble) and featuring the incomparable Atsuko Okatsuka (The Intruder). Hosted in the restaurant’s vintage “living room” lounge—a converted 1924 fire station—the show offers an intimate, high-energy alternative to the big comedy clubs. Admission is free with a reserved ticket via Eventbrite. Stats at 8:30 p.m. More info here.
All The Devils Are Here at BroadStage -> Shakespearean master Patrick Page (Broadway’s Hadestown) has brought his acclaimed solo show to BroadStage, with performances continuing this Wednesday to Sunday. EXplorRE the complex psychology of the Bard’s most infamous villains. From the calculating Iago to the twisted Richard III, Page provides a “masterclass in human nature” over the course of 85 minutes. The performance is followed by an intimate 20-minute talkback where Page discusses his career and his relationship with these iconic “wicked creations.” Tickets start at $49. More info here.
Dominos Night at Alta Adams -> Round up your crew for a midweek reset this Wednesday at Alta Adams in West Adams. This free community event combines the restaurant’s famous hospitality with a laid-back game night. They provide the dominos and board games; you just need to bring the competitive spirit. While the RSVP is free, you can level up the evening with a featured wine flight for or browse the curated selection of bottles from the adjacent Adams Wine Shop. Starts at 6 p.m. More info here.
Some Favorite Writers: Jean Strouse – FA > Dive into the “grand series” of Edwardian society this Thursday at the Hammer Museum with Bancroft Prize-winning author Jean Strouse. She’ll be discussing her latest book, Family Romance: John Singer Sargent and the Wertheimers, which unravels the drama and high-stakes art deals behind Sargent’s 12 famous portraits of a wealthy Anglo-Jewish family. After the reading, Strouse will sit down for a conversation with UCLA professor and celebrated novelist Mona Simpson. It’s a fascinating look at the birth of the modern art market and the “sparkle and strife” of a bygone era. Admission is free and no tickets are required—just grab a seat in the Billy Wilder Theater. Program starts at 7:30 p.m. More info here.
Dance Camera West -> This Thursday to Sunday, get ready for four days of immersive choreography and cinema as Dance Camera West (DCW) returns for its 2026 season. This festival showcases over 40 films, including world and West Coast premieres, at some of L.A.’s most iconic venues. From a retrospective of the legendary David Roussève to an interactive workshop with Australian filmmaker Karen Pearlman, the festival offers a deep dive into the world of “screen dance.” Get tickets and more info on the series here.
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Docs @ LA Plaza: Lalo Guerrero: The Original Chicano – M FA > Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the documentary Lalo Guerrero: The Original Chicano this Thursday at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes. This hour-long film chronicles the “Father of Chicano Music” through his iconic songs and interviews with legends like Linda Ronstadt and Edward James Olmos. The evening includes a pre-screening themed tour at 6 p.m., followed by the film and a live discussion with producers Dan Guerrero and Nancy De los Santos. RSVP required. More info here.
Rewriting History with Fabiola Jean-Louis – FA > Explore the intersection of Black aesthetics and historical reimagining this Friday at the Getty Center. Conceptual artist Fabiola Jean-Louis joins UCLA professor Tiffany Barber to discuss her striking series, Rewriting History. Jean-Louis is renowned for her intricate papier-mâché period gowns and self-portraits that subvert the traditional European gaze, placing Black women in positions of nobility and empowerment. This “Afro-Surrealist” conversation will delve into the reparative power of art and how contemporary creators can dismantle colonial narratives through visual storytelling. The talk is free, but your ticket is required for both the event and your entry to the Getty Center. Note that check-in begins 30 minutes before the 6:00 p.m. start time in the Museum Lecture Hall. More info here.
Community Flow Yoga at the Wende Museum – FA > Start your weekend with a mindful reset this Friday morning in Culver City. The Wende Museum is hosting its new weekly yoga session at the Glorya Kaufman Community Center. Led by certified instructor Kate O’Neal, the class blends gentle warm-ups with strength-building vinyasa sequences and a restorative cool-down. It’s an accessible, all-levels practice designed to help you ground and recharge in a unique cultural setting. Like all public programs at the Wende, this session is free to the public. Starts at 10:30 a.m. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
A snap shot of Maydan’s spread of spread of mezze, fire roasted dishes and more.
Photo courtesy of Maydan Market.
Dine L.A. (January 23–February 6)
Dine L.A. returns January 23 for a two-week celebration of Los Angeles dining, inviting Angelenos to explore the city’s food scene through special prix-fixe menus at more than 375 restaurants countywide. From casual neighborhood gems to Michelin-starred destinations, this 15-day event is one of the best times of year to try something new or revisit a favorite at a great value. Here are a few standouts to put on your list:
Bianca (Arts District) showcases modern Sicilian cooking rooted in tradition but filtered through a distinctly L.A. lens. The $25 lunch menu includes a classic insalata, a pizza of your choice, and house-made gelato to finish. Dinner steps things up with a $65 menu that begins with appetizers like arancine or polpo, moves into handmade pastas such as aglio e olio or pomodoro, and finishes with hearty mains including grass-fed ribeye bistecca or tomato-braised swordfish with capers and olives. More info here.
Rossoblu (DTLA) channels Chef Steve Samson’s Bolognese heritage with a refined $55 three-course dinner that highlights the restaurant’s wood-fired cooking and in-house butchery. Starters range from citrusy crudo to beef tartare, followed by mains like lobster mascarpone tortelli, petite filet mignon with tallow-roasted potatoes, or grilled sea bass with salsa calabrese. Desserts include a bright meyer lemon olive oil cake or hazelnut semifreddo. More info here.
Maydan (West Adams) delivers one of the most approachable Dine L.A. options. Lunch comes in at $15 with a fire pit beef wrap or grilled chicken shish taouk wrap, both served with a side salad. For dinner, the $55 menu offers a scaled-down version of their popular Tawle experience, starting with an abundant spread of mezze, followed by a choice of kebabs and bold, house-made sauces paired with comforting seasonal sides. More info here.
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