Florence at the Dawn of the Renaissance
When: Through February 10, 2013
Where: The Getty Center
What: A look at painting and illumination between 1300 and 1350 through seven paintings by renaissance master Giotto (the largest number assembled in N. America) and works by his contemporaries like Bernardo Daddi and Taddeo Gaddi.
Robert Mapplethorpe: XYZ
When: Through March 24, 2013
Where: Los Angeles County Museum of Art
What: The works in this exhibit reflect controversial photographer Robert Mapplethorpe's themes: sadomasochism, floral still lives and nude portraits of African-American men. The artist was at the center of a firestorm during the 'Culture Wars' of the '80s.
LA Lakers Basketball Games
When: Through April, 2013
Where: Staples Center
What: See our 'golden boys,' the Lakers do their thing at Staples Center.
LA Clippers Basketball Games
When: Through April, 2013
Where: Staples Center
What: The LA Clippers share game space with the Lakers as their home matches take place at Staples.
LA Kings Hockey Games
When: Through April, 2013
Where: Staples Center, Downtown
What: Warm up to these cool as ice players as they kick off hockey season in Los Angeles
