Seven Days

Continuing

Exhibitions

Abject Edge, a group show of recent American figurative art, curated by Mat Gleason, examines how the human form is used to simultaneously depict, metaphoric and literal manners by artists today. Artists: Skip Arnold, Phil Bower, Kim Dingle, Diane Gamboa, Yolande Macias McKay, and Carl Pope. Ruth Bachofner Gallery, Bergamot Station, through September 11. (310) 829-3300.

Toshio Shibata's "Visions of Japan," a"compelling new body of work" from the acclaimed contemporary Japanese photographer. Gallery Luisotti; through September 11. (310) 453-0043.

Talleries: Art From Guadalajara Workshops - Artists from Mexico, Spain, Venezuela, Cuba, USA, and Italy: Olga Adelentado, Marco Arce, Fernanda Brunet, Miguel Caleron, Eduardo Cervantes, Mario Dellavedova, Sylvia Gruner, Daniel Guzman, Yishai Jusidman, Gabriel Kuri, Diana Lopez, Jorge Pardo, David C. Scher, Ray Smith, and Luis Miguel Suro. Track 16 Gallery; though August 28.(310) 264-4678.

While Cuba Waits: Art From the Nineties- Featuring artists Pedro Alvarez, Saidel Brito, Sandra Ceballos, Carmen Cabrera, Ljuis Gomez, Henry Eric Hernandez, Yalili Mora, Rene Pena, Douglas Perez, Ezequiel Suare, Joze A. Vincench. Track 16 Gallery; through August 28. (310) 264-4678.

David Burry "Sculpture to Sit on,"Gallery of Functional Art, Bergamot Station; through September 12.

Around Impressionism, a breathtaking collection of Impressionist works comes to Los Angeles, featuring artists Monet, Gaugin, Degas, Renoir and 22 other major artists, through November 29.LACMA, (323) 857-6000;www.lacma.org.

Art/Journalism, curated by Laurence A. Rickels,with work by Nancy Barton, Stephen Berens, John Boskovich, Jessica Bronson, Meg Cranston, Steve Hurd, Larry Johnson, Joe Mama-Nitzberg, Kelly Mason, Marc Pally, Stephen Prina, Diana Thater, and Christopher Williams. TheRosamund Felsen Galley, Bergamot Station, through September 4. (310)828-8488.

The Bathroom Show, A group exhibition of satiric art about the usually hidden room. Featuring artists Johanna Went, Clam Lynch, Spencer Tunnick, Rich Jacobs, Ed Moses and Pat Graham, through September 22. Fri. & Sat. 1-5, or by appointment. Ne Image Art, Hollywood. (323) 654-2192.

Manuel Alvarez Bravo, an exhibition of silver and platinum prints selected from the artist's collection in Coyoacan, photographed 1920-1930's in Mexico, at the Gallery of Contemporary Photography, Bergamot Station, through August 28, (310) 264-8440.

French Manuscript Illumination of the Late Middle Ages. The collection focuses on the flowering of the art of illumination in France from about 1375 to 1525. Jean Fouquet, Jean Bourdichon, and Simon Marmion. The Getty Center, through September 26,1999, (310) 440-7300.

Dysfunctional Cup Show, imaginative ceramic creations by members of the Clayhouse will be on exhibit and for sale,through September 11, The Clayhouse, 2909 Santa Monica Blvd, (310)828-7071. Free.

Foundry to Finish: in the studio of Adriaen deVries, explores the lost wax process of bronze casting through the work of the Dutch sculptor. The Getty Center, through April 9, 2000, (310)440-7300.

The Golden Age of Aviation, Wednesdays through Sundays, Museum of Flying, Santa Monica Airport.

Horizon, Greek sculptor Costas Varotsos' exhibition, which employs commercial plate glass, glass nuggets and steel. Tobey Moss Gallery, (323) 933-5523.

Impressionist Works on Loan. Eugene Boudin's"The Beach at Trouville," Claude Monet's "Road to Louveciennes," "Melting Snow," "Sunset," and Pissarro's "The Road to Saint-Cyr at Louveciennes.” The Getty Center, West Pavilion, through August 29; (310) 440-7300.

I Will Not Forget You: The Life and Work of Simon Wiesenthal - through August 29, Museum of Tolerance, West L.A.

Latinos in Hollywood Photographic Exhibition,160 rare and never before seen still photographs of actors, extras, and behind the scenes producers, writers, and directors. Through October 18,The Skirball Cultural Center, (310) 440-4500; www.skirball.com. September 14 through October 18 the exhibitionwill be on display at the Olveira Street Gallery. 

Light in the Darkness: The Photographs of Hill and Adamson, features photographic portraits by painter David Octavius Hill and engineer Robert Adamson. West Pavilion, courtyard level, The Getty Center, through October 10, (310) 440-7300.

Nadar/Warhol: Paris/New York. Compares the photography of artists Nadar (French, 1820-1987) and Andy Warhol (American,1928-1987). West Pavilion, courtyard level, The Getty Center, through October 10, (310) 440-7300.

No Human Being is Illegal, Posters on the Myths and Realities of the Immigrant Experience, an exhibition by the Center for the Study of Political Graphics (CSPG). A Shenere Velt Gallery, Workman's Circle/ Arbeter Ring, through September 3. (310) 552-2007.

Open Space/Intimate Place, a landscape exhibition from varying perspectives. Artists in the exhibition: Claire Chene, Paul Donaldson, Theresa G. Fernald, Margaret W. Gallegos, Arleen G.Hendler, Curtis Hoekzema, Sara Wylie Walsh, through September 18, First Independent Gallery (FIG), Bergamot Station. (310) 829-0345.

A Passion for Performance: Sarah Siddons And Her Portraitists - A selection of portraits by some of the leading18th-century British painters focusing on the tragic actress Sarah Siddons, who revolutionized the aesthetics of the London stage. The Getty Center, through September 19, 1999. (310) 440-7300.

Recent Acquisitions, a selection of California Impressionist and Modernist paintings and sculpture, through September 13. George Stern Fine Arts, (310) 276-2600.

Standing Still & Walking in Los Angeles, works by Los Angeles artists Jennifer Bornstein, Evan Holloway, Larry Johnson, Dave Muller. Three Day Weekend and Laura Owens, through September 18. Gagosian Gallery, (310) 271-9400.

Studio Faculty Art, an exhibition of works by LMU's teaching artists. Through September 25, Leland Art Gallery, Loyola Marymount University. (310) 338-7706.

Surf's Up! The Great American Woody - vintage station wagons, Hawaiian shirts, surfboards, toy woodies, through September 5, Peterson Automotive Museum, Museum Row, L.A.

Taddeo Zuccaro: "An Artist's Life in Renaissance Rome." A series of 20 drawings by Federico Zuccaro narrates his brother's early artistic struggles. The Getty Center, through August 29, (310) 440-7300.

The Touch of the Master's Hand - Pablo Picasso Prints in Progress; Rae States, and Working Proofs from the Atelier, an exhibition exposing Picasso's process, includes several prints dating back to 1906. Through October 9, Galeri Michael, Beverly Hills, (310)273-3377.

Frederick R. Weisman: Los Angeles Collector, an exhibition featuring the works of American's and Europe's contemporary artists, covering movements from Pop Art to Postmodernism. Through October 3, Pepperdine University, Gregg G. Juarez Galley, West Gallery and Mezzanine Gallery, Malibu, (310) 456-4851.

Theater

The Affliction of Glory, A Comedy About Tragedy, world premiere written by Frank Dwyer, directed by Corey Madden. Inspired by the current exhibition, A Passion for Performance: Sarah Siddons and her Portraitists. $28, $22 for seniors and students, reserved seating, through September 5. The Getty Center, 8 p.m. (310)440-7300.

Aliens in America, Sandra Tsing Loh's one-woman show, 8 p.m., Sunday 3 and 7 p.m. Tiffany Theater, West Hollywood, through October 3, (310) 289-2999.

Change Beds and Dance, Perry King directs the Neil Koenigsberg comedy. Thurs-Sat, 8 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m., through September 12. Secret Rose Theatre, North Hollywood, (323) 969-4998.

The Cheats of Scapin, Moliere's farce as interpreted by the co-production of Odyssey and Circus Theatricals, and featuring Jack Stehlin. Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, 8 p.m., Sun. 7 pm., ends Oct. 3, (310) 477-2055.

The Colored Museum, a CPTime Production of George C. Wolfe's satire on African-American life. Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Sun. 3 p.m., through September 12. Coleman and Smith Artistic Theatre, Hollywood, (323) 372-9765.

The Dyke and the Porn Star, a play by Bayla Travis with Gayle Feldman and Veronica Hart, directed by Dora Arreola, based on a true story. Highways, Santa Monica, 8:30 p.m., through September 12. (310) 315-1459.

The First Picture Show, with Ellen Greene and Estelle Parsons, music and lyrics by David Gordon, Ain Gordon and Jeanine Tesori, Mark Taper Forum, 8 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 2:30 p.m., through September 19. (213) 628-2772.

I Must Be Mr. Boswell, by writer-actor Kenneth Tigar, runs indefinitely at the Odyssey Theater Ensemble, West L.A. (310) 477-2055

Life/Boat, an exploration of video, film, and performance aboard a yacht. Artists Raymond Petibon, Jason Rhoades, and Hans Weigand present the collaborative art project. MAK Center for Art and Architecture, through September 26. (323) 651-1510.

Marat/Sade at the Drive-in. Wolfskill Productions throws yet another surprise at you: Drive-in theater. Yes, you drive in and sit in your car. The Donald Jones Memorial Drive-In Playhouse, through September 5. $10 per car, plus $10 per person. (213) 613-0986.

The Merry Wives of Winsor, another Shakespeare romp, Will Geer Botanicum, 1419 North Topanga Canyon, Sundays, 4 PM, through September 19. (310) 455-3723.

Merton of the Movies. The George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly comedy. Call theater for show times. Geffen Playhouse, through September 1, (310) 208-5454. 

Miss Coco Peru's Universe, a musical revue written and performed by Clinton Leupp opens at the Beverly Hills Playhouse, 8 p.m., through September 4. $20. (310) 281-6557.

Ninth Wave, a World War II drama involving black soldiers taking out their frustrations about their own mistreatment on German soldiers. Lillian Theatre, 2:30 p.m., 8 p.m., Sun. 2:30 and 7 p.m., through September 12. (323) 655-TKTS.

Pre-Paradise, Sorry Now, a Fassbinder drama about infamous murderers Ian Brady and Myra Hindley. City Garage, Santa Monica, through September 26. 8 p.m., Sun. 5:30 p.m. (310) 319-9939.

Real Girls, a new autobiographical stage show by veteran stand-ups Robin Greenspan and Lacie Harmon, through September 18. Actors Circle Theatre, West Hollywood, 8 p.m. (323) 655-TKTS.

Shakespeare's Villains, A Master class in Evil. British actor/writer/director Stephen Berkoff ("Kvetch") explores such characters as Iago, Shylock, Richard III, Coriolanus and the Macbeths. Odyssey Theatre Ensemble, 8 p.m., ends September 12. (310) 477-2055.

StoryPeople, The Collected Stories and Drawings of Brian Andreas, M.Y.E. Theatre Company presents Jane McEeaney's adaptation of Brian Andreas' work. Through September 8, Gascon Theatre Center, Culver City, 8 p.m. (310) 322-3142.

Some Like It Hot, presented by the Starlight Musical Theatre, Starlight Bowl, Balboa Park, 8 p.m., through August 29. (619) 544-STAR.

Something in His Genes, at The Other Space, Santa Monica Playhouse. A woman's exploration of mysteries and comical aspects of romance. 8 p.m., ends Oct. 14. (310) 394-9779.

Stand-Up Opera, B.J. Ward's solo show, a send-up of the world of opera, directed by Gordon Hunt, through September 12. Tiffany Theater, 8 p.m., Sun 5 p.m., (310) 289-2999.

Stucco People, a new play by John Lisbon about the daughter of a TV producer, Glaxa Studios, 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., (323)692-9559.

12th Dog Night, the Troubadour Theater Company splits its time between the Ojai Shakespeare Festival and Santa Monica in this comic interpretation of 12th Night. Miles Memorial Playhouse, Reed Park, Santa Monica, also Sat. 8 p.m., through August 28. (213) 303-0096.

Ongoing Community Events

Malibu Orchid Society meets at 7 p.m., the third Tuesday of each month, except December, Pacific Palisades Women's Club, (310) 454-8221.

Thursday, August 26

Alfred Hitchcock Centennial continues with the magnificent Cary Grant/Eva Marie-Saint thriller "North by Northwest," LACMA Bing Theater, 7:30 p.m. (323) 857-6100. 

American Cinematheque and the IFP/West Present "The Alternative Screen: A Forum for Independent Film Exhibition & Beyond"and "Festival Buzz Series." "The Basement and the Kitchen," with "Smell of Horror," both filmmakers will attend, Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre at the Egyptian, (323) 466-FILM.

Beethoven and Mahler, conducted by Esa-Pekka Salonen, with Helene Grimaud on piano, performing Piano Concerto No. 4, Symphony No. 1 of Mahler's. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (323) 480-3232.

Johnny Polanco & Conjunto Amistad, a Latin rhythm/jazz night as part of the Free Sunset Concerts every Thursday, museum also open to public these evenings, The Skirball Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m., (310) 440-4500; www.skirball.com.

Internet and Web Development meets to discuss building your web presence, Midnight Special Bookstore & Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m. (310) 394-6123; www.msbooks.com.

Max and Helen, a suspense film starring Martin Landau as a Nazi hunter, The Museum of Tolerance, 7 p.m. (310) 772-2452.

Synergy: pianist Vanessa Paloma Duncan, singer Galina Barskaya, dancer Andrea Hodos, and Miriam Gerberg, composer. The Westside Jewish Community Center, 7:30 p.m. (323) 658-5824.

The Writer's Journey, a discussion and signing with Christopher Volger, a studio executive, Barnes & Noble Santa Monica, 7:30 p.m. (310) 260-9110.

Friday, August 27

Alfred Hitchcock Centennial continues with the Master's British black-and-white "The Thirty-Nine Steps," also "Young and Innocent," LACMA Bing Theater, 7:30 p.m. (323) 857-6010.

American Cinematheque Presents A Tribute to Richard Fleischer, featuring "Compulsion" with Orson Welles, post-screening discussion with Fleischer, also "See No Evil," and "Mr. Majestyk," Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre at the Egyptian, (323) 466-FILM.

Computer Graphics Open House, the UCLA Extension Visual Arts Department is hosting the open house for not only students interested in training for careers in the visual communications and digital media industries, but also established professionals. Free. UCLA, 7 p.m. (310) 206-1422.

Henry Rollins, (Sort of) a Portrait '83-'89" a film by Judith Ammann, an exhibition of recent photographs by Karin Geiger and "Houses Without Qualities," all guest artist features at the Mak Centerfor Art and Architecture, 7-11 p.m. (323) 651-1510.

Universal Night at the Movies, with John Mauceri conducting the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, celebrating the history and magic of Universal Studios, with music from Apollo 13, Jaws, The Sting, plus a 100th birthday tribute to Alfred Hitchcock. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (323) 480-3232, also Sat.

Saturday, August 28

Alfred Hitchcock Centennial continues with the"The Lady Vanishes" and "To Catch a Thief," with Cary Grant and Grace Kelly, LACMA Bing Theater, 7:30 p.m. (323) 857-6100. 

American Cinematheque Presents A Tribute to Richard Fleischer continues with a new 35mm print of "Doctor Dolittle," also "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea," and "Mandingo," Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre at the Egyptian, 6 p.m., (323) 466-FILM.

Charley's Aunt, a turn-of-the-century classic, opens at The Theatricum Botanicum and plays through September 18, dates and times vary, (310) 455-3723.

Dance Floricanto / USA, the premiere of 'Zapateados y Taconeos,' the Full Story, a 'Riverdance-style' evening of Mexican folkloric dance. John Anson Ford Theatre, 
8 p.m., (323) 461-3673; www.lacountyarts.org/ford.html.

First Book Story Time Presents Will I Have a Friend? By Miriam Cohen, part of an on-going benefit for the national non-profit organization First Book which, in turn, helps give disadvantaged children new books of their own. Barnes & Noble Santa Monica, 10:30 a.m. (310) 260-9110.

Sherman Pearl's Working Papers: Poems, the co-founder of the Los Angeles Poetry Festival, publisher of two previous collections: Animal Passions and Beating the Humdrum reads and signs his new book, Duttons Brentwood Books, 2 p.m., (310) 476-6263;www.duttonsbrentwood.com.

Family Workshops, Storytelling in Spanish and English. This month's theme is "Drawing Family Stories." 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., advanced reservations required, The Getty Center, (310) 440-7300; www.getty.edu.

DeLoss McGraw: Songs From Small Talk opens at Skidmore Contemporary Art, Mailbu, through October 23, (310) 456-5070.

Orientation Talks are presented every Saturday at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., 2 (in Spanish), and 2:30 p.m. The Getty Center. 11 a.m. (310) 440-7300; www.getty.edu.

UCLA Extension Preview, significant discounts available on upcoming classes, also presentations and software demonstrations. UCLA Extension Department of Entertainment Studies and Performing Arts, 2160E Dickson Art Center 10 a.m.. - 5:30 p.m. (310) 825-9064.

Universal Night at the Movies at the Hollywood Bowl with John Mauceri conducting the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, celebrating the history and magic of Universal Studios, with music from Apollo 13, Jaws, The Sting, plus a 100th birthday tribute to Alfred Hitchcock. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (323) 480-3232.

Sunday, August 29

Eric Garcia reads and signs his new book "Anonymous Rex," which imagines what the world would be like if the dinosaurs hadn't gone extinct. Duttons Brentwood Books, 2 p.m. (310) 476-6263;www.duttonsbrentwood.com.

JVC Jazz at the Bowl, Fourplay featuring Bob James, Nathan East, Larry Carlton, and Harvey Mason, with Will Dowling and Gerald Albright, also David Benoit. The Hollywood Bowl, 6p.m. (323) 480-3232.

A Ceramics Workshop for adults and children over 4. Make a unique apple and honey dish to welcome Rosh Ha Shana, the Jewish New Year. Families will paint their own designs on this two piece ceramic set, artist Paul Piasco will fire the pieces in his studio. $20 per set. Advance reservations required; (310) 440-4636, The Skirball Cultural Center, 2 p.m. 

Family Workshops in Spanish and English (see description above).

Verdugo Hills Showtime Chorus - From Broadway to the Silver Screen. John Anson Ford Theatre, 8 p.m. (323) 461-3673; www.lacountyarts.org/ford.html.

Tuesday, August 31

The Amazing Americas, Esa Pekka Salonen, conductor, Daniel Rothmuller on cello, perform Bernstein's Symphonie Dances from 

West Side Story; Three Meditations from Mass, Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue, and Revuelta's La Noche de los Mayas. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m.(323) 480-3232.

Wednesday, September 1

Native Voices: A rare look at Film and Video 

Work Byand About Gay & Lesbian Native Americans. As part of Outfest '99, the screening will be followed by a discussion of Gay & Lesbian media and culture. The Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center Village, 1125 No. McCadden Place, (323) 960-2394.