Bon Jovi
When: March 4
Where: Staples Center, Downtown
What: Many Bon Jovi fans have been ‘living on a prayer’ that these Jersey boys would roll into town. Your wish is Jon and the boys’ command as this mega-group performs what’s sure to be a sold-out show.
The LA Marathon
When: March 4
Where: Downtown to Santa Monica
What: This annual 26-mile race (which also features a 5K) will take runners all over the city, from a start-point at Dodger Stadium through West Hollywood, Beverly and ultimately to a finish-line in Santa Monica this year.
Los Angeles Italia Film, Fashion and Art Fest
When: Until March 6
Where: Various locations
What: Few do film, fashion and art with as much style as the Italians. Historically some names spring to mind: Versace, Boticelli, Fellini. Come see what it's all about at this festival celebrating Italian artistry and style.
LA Juke Joint Blues Festival & BBQ
When: March 6
Where: The Cellar, Long Beach
What: This is the fourth year that this festival celebrating deep southern blues music, will take place. Blues players from Mississippi, Oklahoma, Texas and Louisana will help keep it real for die-hard LA fans of the genre.
Ed Ruscha Presents and Signs "Fifty Year of Painting"
When: March 6
Where: Book Soup, W. Hollywood
What: Ed Ruscha is widely known as one of the big names in the Southern California art scene that spawned during the ‘60s. At this very special in-store event, the artist himself will present from his recently released book while signing copies as well.
Blast Phemy 2: A Midweek Music/Media Mashup
When: Until March 10
Where: Cinefamily, LA
What: Alternative music and art rock fans rejoice. Sonic Youth guitarist Lee Ranaldo will collaborate with sax player Ulrich Krieger and guitarist Alan Licht to play soundtracks from the American mid-century avant garde films of Stan Brakhage and others. The evening will also feature a screening of Huckleberry Lain’s animated film Parallel.
The English Beat
When: March 13
Where: The Roxy, W. Hollywood
What: Generation X’ers may remember The English Beat’s ska/pop sounds from such ‘80s classic tunes like “Mirror in the Bathroom” and “I Confess.” Gen. Y and below will just be discovering the British rockers for the first time through the ‘80s retro movement. Both groups are sure to have a blast at this relatively intimate show at this signature Sunset Strip rock venue.
Hermosa Beach St. Patrick’s Day Community Parade
When: March 13
Where: Pier Ave. and Valley Dr. Hermosa Beach
What: If you live in the South Bay or just need a beach getaway on St. Patty’s Day, head down to this parade. There will be floats, marching bands, classic cars, clowns and more starting at 11 a.m.
Puppetry of the Penis
When: Through March 14
Where: Coast Playhouse, W. Hollywood
What: Like its (unaffiliated) ‘sister show,’ “The Vagina Monologues,” this performance is brazen and bold. Australian puppeteers stretch themselves to their limits in a form of humorous genital origami. See what everyone’s been talking and laughing about for all these years.
Brazilian Films of the 1950’s
When: March 12-21
Where: Billy Wilder Theater, Westwood
What: The UCLA Film & Television archive is proud to present a selection of films from 1950s Brazil. Topics and genres covered in the unique and exotic cinematic works include: bandits, musical comedy, political satire and film noir.
