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Of Particular Interest: Eighth Annual L.A. Art Show

Exhibitions

Adages and Oddities, an exhibition of new figurative paintings by Cal Arts graduate Donna Zanella, Sponto Gallery, through October 6, (310) 399-2078.
Philip Argent new paintings, and Yuken Teruya’s tiny trees fashioned from paper, Shoshana Wayne Gallery, Bergamot Station, through October 16, (310) 453-1595.
The Artwork of Walter Williams, M. Hanks Gallery, 3008 Main St., through November 2, (310) 392-8820.
Art & Film and the Age of Anxiety, Selections from the 2002 Whitney Biennial, films and videos that “span the globe in their explorations of real and imagined physical and psychological terrain, Santa Monica Museum of Art, Bergamot Station, through December 29, (310) 586-6488.
The Baron Margo Show with John Biggs, inventive sculpture, Gallery of Functional Art, Bergamot Station, through November 10, (310) 829-6990.
Donald Blumberg photography exhibition, first-ever career retrospective, LACMA, through January 5, 2003, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., (323) 857-4702.
*Boyle Heights: The Power of Place, Weingart Foundation Gallery at the Japanese American National Museum, Little Tokyo, Downtown L.A., through February 23, 2003, (310) 479-9929.
Andy Denzler’s “New Works,” and Seiko Tachibana’s “Inside – Insight,” Ruth Bachofner Gallery, Bergamot Station, through October 12, (310) 829-3300.
In Pursuit of Peace, featuring 16 Los Angeles-based artists dealing with contemporary society, in conjunction with the World Festival of Sacred Music, 18th Street Art Complex, through November 1, for information, call (310) 453-3711.
William Kentridge the first American retrospective of the South African artist, includes eleven animated films and more than 60 drawings, LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., through October 6, (323) 857-6522.
Heidi Kidon’s “Glam Pining Low Down,” an exhibition of work inspired by the 1970’s – specifically, the “Glam Rock” era and Italian Arte Povera, Rosamund Felsen Gallery, Bergamot Station, through October 12, (310) 828-8488.
Thomas Kovachevich: Paper/Plastic/Paint, new work by the artist, Santa Monica Museum of Art, Bergamot Station, through November 3, (310) 586-6488.
*The Last Days of Pompeii, a provocative exhibit of photos “you have to see to believe,” Craig Krull Gallery, Bergamot Station, through October 12, (310) 828-6410.
Luc Leestmaker, “Transfigurations II.” BGH Gallery, Bergamot Station, through October 20.
Jan Mandel’s Transformation, art jewelry, Sculpture to Wear, Bergamot Station, through October 12, (310) 829-9960.
Medium Rare, an exhibition of drawings by Vally Mestroni, Oshin Saginian, and Sam Watters, Sam Francis Gallery at Crossroads School, 1714 21st St., through November 1, (310) 829-7391.
The Migrant Project, black and white photos putting a human face on the exploited, hidden yet proud segment of our community, Frances Howard Goldwyn Library, 1623 N. Ivar Ave., Hollywood, through October 28, (323) 856-8260.
Bartolome Esteban Murillo, paintings from American Collections, LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., through October 6, (323) 857-4702.
Martin Parr, photos, Rose Gallery, Bergamot Station, through October 31, (310) 264-8440.
*Passports to Friendship: Celebrating 75 Years of U.S. - Japan Friendship Doll Exchange, Japanese American National Museum, Watanabe and Miyawaki Galleries, Little Tokyo, Downtown L.A., through October 13, (213) 625-0414.
*Robert Paxton, Bronze Sculptures from the 1960s and 1970s, Terrence Rogers Fine Art, 1231 Fifth St., exhibit runs through October 5, (310) 394-4999.
*Where the Wild Things Are: Maurice Sendak in His Own Words- An exhibition of Maurice Sendak’s children’s books, through January 5, 2003 at the Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., (310) 440-4500.
*Richard Shelton’s New Paintings, visuals of the “dot gone/corporate meltdown climate,” Sherry Frumkin/Christine Duval Gallery, through October 19, (310) 453-1850.
Thomas Struth, a survey exhibition, MOCA, 250 S. Grand Ave., through January 5, 2003, (213) 621-2766.
Catherine Wagner - Museum Pieces, Gallery Luisotti, Bergamot Station, through November 9, (310) 453-0043.
The Wild Life, a group exhibition featuring works by renown artists such as Betty Sheinbaum, Lois York, Fielden Harper, Cornelia Ford and more, The Artists Gallery, through October 12, (310) 829-0655.

Theater

The Best Man, by Gore Vidal, directed by Sherry Coon, Theatre Palisades, 941 Temescal Canyon Rd., Pacific Palisades, through October 5, (310) 454-1970.
*Betrayal presented by Jake Arnette for the Pacific Resident Theatre, 705 1/2 Venice Blvd., Venice, Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m. Sun. 3 p.m., $20-$23.50, through October 5, (310) 822-8392.
*The Chosen, Los Angeles Repertory Company and West Coast Jewish Theatre Present an adaptation of Chaim Potok’s novel, Miles Memorial Playhouse, 1130 Lincoln Blvd. (in Reed Park), Thurs.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m.; matinee Sun., 2 p.m.; through October 13, reserve tickets at (800) 595-4849 or visit www.tix.com.
Comedy Underground, improv every Friday at 8 p.m., with Bill Jenkins, Brian Hamill, Brian Hafield, Emily Vollmer, Jim Rasfeld, Leo Gonzalez, Nick Rutherford, and Susan Warner, 320 Wilshire Blvd., $5, (310) 451-1800.
Fellow Traveler, the world premiere of John Herman Shaner’s new play, starring Harold Gould, Malibu Stage Company, 29243 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, through October 30, (310) 589-1998.
The Guys, David Hyde Pierce and Glenne Headly star in a staged reading of journalist Ann Nelson’s play set in the aftermath of September 11, directed by Robert Egan, The Actors’ Gang Theatre, 6209 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, runs indefinitely, $40, firefighters $15, (323) 465-0566.
Henry Street, William Whaley’s multi-media adaptation of Henry Miller’s “Tropic of Capricorn,” Santa Monica Playhouse Artists‚ Entrance, 1211 Fourth St., every other Wednesday, indefinitely, (310) 769-7005.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., Topanga, through October 20, (310) 455-3723.
Puppetry of the Penis “ancient Australian art of genital origami,” intended for adult audiences and contains full frontal male nudity (whoda thunk it?). The Coronet Theater, 366 N. La Cienega Blvd., Hollywood, 7 and 9:30 p.m., runs indefinitely, (310) 657-7377.
Scenes from The Hobbit, J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic, The Topanga Community House, 1440 N. Topanga Canyon Blvd., through November 30, (800) 965-4827. www.ticketweb.com.

Thursday, October 3

Terra Nova, new dance and theater work with live music, Highways Performance Space, 1651 18th St., through October 6, (310) 453-1755.

Friday, October 4

Dedication Ceremony: The Al’s Bar Collection, Highways Performance Space, 1651 18th St., through October 27, (310) 453-4347.
Los Angeles Arts of Asia & Oceana Show, rare and ancient artifacts and antiques, as well as contemporary art, from over 65 of the world’s top galleries specializing in Asian art, Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, through Sunday, (310) 455-2886.

Saturday, October 5

The Art of Yan Nascimbene, an exhibit opening at Every Picture Tells a Story, 1318 Montana Ave., through November 11, (310) 451-2700.
The Calabasas Cultural Festival, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., museum tours, free admission all day, dancing, arts & crafts, music, costumes and more, Leonis Adobe, 23537 Calabasas Rd., (818) 222-6511.
“Full Moon Burning Excerpts,” Trip Dance theater, Crossroads Community Room, 1639 18th St., at the 18th St. Arts Complex, 3:15 - 4 p.m., (213) 972-3099
Heartbreak House, a Theatre 40 production of the George Bernard Shaw play opens, 241 Moreno Dr., 7:30 pm., through November 10, (310) 364-0535.
*Los Angeles Arts Open House, the public is invited to attend more than 150 plus free events in 28 communities in the city. The series kicks off at 18th Street Arts Complex, from 12 noon to 5 p.m., 1639 18th St. Free, family-oriented event will feature performers, visual artists and activities, a complete schedule may be obtained by calling (213) 972-3099; www.lacountyarts.org.
Music Center Family Festival, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the Music Center Plaza, children and their families can enjoy “magical performances and workshops,” including the Sakai Flamenco troup and others. Community of Angels will display 60 of its artist-designed angels that have been seen on streets all over Los Angeles. Free. For more information, call (213) 250-ARTS.
A Photographic Journey, featuring works by Enrique Ahumda, Christopher Barbour, Rudi Bianchi, Alan Blake, Mimi Drop, Bruce Olinder, Jen Tauritz, Jordan Thau, reception for the artists, 6 to 10 p.m., Urban Art Photo Gallery and Studio, 6204 Manchester Ave., Westchester, (310) 649-3020, www.urbanartphoto.com.

Sunday, October 6

Botanicum Seedlings, a new reading series for playwrights, to run through October 20, Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 1419 N. Topanga Blvd., Topanga, (310) 455-3723.
*Kids Koncert with Hap Palmer, he’s been entertaining children with silly songs for at least 30 years, Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, 11 a.m., 1419 N. Topanga Blvd., Topanga, (310) 455-3723.
Wayne Alaniz Healy: 25 Years of Graphics, University of Judaism’s Platt and Borstein Gallery, opening reception from 3 - 5 p.m., 15600 Mulholland Blvd., L.A., through December 8, (310) 476-9777.
Dave Muller’s “Connections,” also Catherine Sullivan’s “Five Economies,” through January 5, UCLA Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood, (310) 443-7094.
*One Foot in America … The Lower East Side, a family festival, as part of the Yiddishkayt Los Angeles Festival at the Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., 11 a.m., (323) 655-8587.

Monday, October 7

SPARK, “LA Culture Shock,” an evening of storytelling, drinks and snacks out on the deck right after the show.At 7:30 p.m. The Powerhouse Theatre, 3116 2nd Street, Santa Monica. $10 suggested donation or “ pay what you can.” Reservations required. 310-396-3680 ext. #5
West Coast Premiere of El Gavilán De La Sierra, (The Sparrow Hawk Of The Sierra), directed by Juan Antonio de la Riva, as part of the Contemporary Mexican cinema series at American Cinematheque at the Egyptian, Hollywood, 7:30 p.m., (323) 466-FILM.

Tuesday, October 8

*Earth - the Films of Alexander Dovzhenko, presents “Ivan,” and “The Battle for Soviet Ukraine,” UCLA Film and Television Archive, James Bridges Theater, UCLA Campus, Westwood, 7:30 p.m., (310) 206-FILM.

Wednesday, October 9

Curtis Hoekzema’s “Works on Paper,” opens at FIG, Bergamot Station, reception, Saturday, October 12, (310) 829-0345.