Touring for his upcoming album that features some of his favorite Spanish – American songs.
1:48
Tristan & Isolda
Pick of the Week
Tragedy, romance, lust. All reflected in Richard Wagner’s operatic masterpiece – Tristan and Isolde.
1:55
Santa Clarita, just north of Los Angeles is the site of silent film star William S Hart’s (Bill Hart) ranch home now turned museum, showcasing some of the oldest and rarest collections of western art and american indian art. There are many types of animal residents from bison to horses providing entertainment for the whole family. Great place to learn about silent movie history.
Imagine yourself scanning the skies in a real military aircraft in search of an enemy airplane, right before your eyes an aerial dog fight emerges. 0:53
At the turn of century two nations are torn from war. Lovers collide in Puccini’s tragedy Madam Butterfly.
1:43
Actors who are usually familiar seen on screen come to perform live at the Double Tree Guest Suite in Santa Monica.
1:45
An abandoned industrial plant turned art gallery entertainment hub.
1:59
Step back in time at the Lomita Railroad museum. Dedicated to the proud era of the steam engine, complete authenticity is the hallmark of the Museum.
Interested in Los Angeles’ founding fathers? The San Gabriel Mission, founded in 1771, is where most of Los Angeles begun as wellas home for many exciting historic sights.
One of the city’s unique cultural resources California African American Museum (CAAM) has around 30,000 artifacts on display as well as an extensive research library.
Ever been to Little Tokyo? Well, if you catch yourself near 2nd street you won’t want to miss the Japanese American National Museum.
In the heart of Los Angeles is a special museum where they exhibit spiritual found and folk art by African Americans of southern United States.
Victorian mansions, old western towns, monstrous tree houses all shrunk down and recreated in fine detail.
In a small residential house deep in the hills of Hollywood is an exuberance of art and literature, a home for over one hundred writers and poets.
1:39
Guatemalan life is a hard reality. The black and white portraits expose stern, cold and silent characteristics of the artist’s people.
1:46
Rachel Rosenthal’s “TOHUBOHU!” is where her dance troupe combines ever-changing costumes, lighting, monologues and narratives during improvisatory dance.
1:50
Hollywood Theatre Row is a strip of thirteen independent small theatres all spanning two blocks on the Santa Monica Blvd.
1:02
Specializing in Quidam or French for stranger, Cirque du Soleil wants to emphasize that although we have loved ones and friends in our lives, we have plenty more strangers.
1:50
One of Puccini’s most famous operas, ‘La Boheme’ reflects an irractic romance between two artists in 1830s Paris.
2:00
Lights aren’t only to help us see, but can be a vibrant and amazing visual experience. Come down to the Griffith Observatory Planetarium.
1:50
Interested in the planet Mars? Experience Earth gaining new feats to visit our red neighbor.
1:53
In these tough times the arts isn’t supported fully, however the LA Music and Art School’s mission is stay afloat and give students the best instruction in art, dance and music.
0:45
Cat got your tounge? Learn about the sabertooth that hunted cavemen to the evolution of our cute and cuddly pets.
1:45
Experience the worlds’ major form of transportation before the car at the Sunset Ranch where they offer wonderful horseback rides.
Kena’s photographs are preserved in time and history, reflecting customs and manners of a different age.
1:01
Vast meadows, arts and crafts, helicopter rides and music concerts all at the California Poppy festival!
Want to feel a sea cucumber or sea urchin? Reach in and touch some of the weird creatures of the ocean at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium!
2:00
The Museum on Latin-American art showcases “Del Tempo y del Color,” an intimate view of a great Mexican pioneer of still life, portraits, cubist paintings, and numerous drawings.
1:48
Structural steel and ceramic put together by artist Simon Rodia brings a masterpiece to life – the Watts Towers.
1:48
From the famous Apollo Moon landing to Gilligan’s Island you can experience 75 years of TV and radio broadcasting in the making.
IMAX – The Living Sea
1:49
Interested in art and can’t find any inspiration or don’t know where to study? The public art program Barnsdall Art Park offers instruction and shows for budding artists.
1:49
Kids from the age 8 and under can now get out of the city to experience the wonders of nature. From 75 nature trails to choose from the sights are plentiful!
1:45
Known for his his passion and musical flair, Dexter Grey allows his talents to inspire and benefit humanity.
1:47
The Theatricum Botanicum is an open-air theater founded in Topanga Canyon by Will Geer in 1973. It features Shakespeare, as well as contemporary authors.
1:08
The west side of LA takes a chill peek into fun. Put on some razor sharp skates and break the ice at the Culver Ice Rink.
1:41
Capture a glimpse of four significant Mexican artists such as real sketches of Javier Alvarez Palimar or the bright and surreal paintings of Vladimir Cora.
1:49
Being influential and radical for its time, Marriage of Figaro is the most highly recognized comic opera Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart wrote.
1:47
Want to see hippos interact or a giraffe eat? The animal kingdom is waiting all at the Los Angeles Zoo.
Discovery centers, dinosaur exhibits, showcasing arts and crafts from Native Americans, and a vast collection of fine art is just the beginning of the what this museum has to offer.
Come check out El Cid restaurant located in Silver Lake. It’s widely known for their glorious flamenco show, which is rated one of the best in the world.
2:12
Like “Who line it is Anyway?” Improv fun to? Be taken back from your very own SNL with kids!
1:46
Come to MOCA’s uncommon sense where you actually become the art piece!
1:50
The famous Dominguez family was once partial owner of what we call San Pedro and Rancho Palos Verdes today.
1:48
The 76th season of the Hollywood Bowl was a memorable and honorable experience for all.
1:50
Are you a lover of early or classical music? Bach, Haydn, Vivaldi. These masters compositions were meant to be performed in a church setting.
1:00
Watch butterfly hatch or alligators stalk all at the San Diego Zoo’s “Hidden Jungle.”
Be engaged in America’s attic of various items from the past. 2:00
The Getty Villa Museum in Malibu is home for amazing collections of Greek and Roman art, antiquities, middle aged manuscripts and sculptures. With breathtaking beach views and inspiring architecture, enjoy lunch or “Tea by the Sea,” at the on-site restaurant.
If you catch yourself in down south you don’t want to miss the world famous San Diego Zoo offering something for the whole family.
Experience puppet masters in their prime at Bob Baker’s Marionette. Spanning over 30 years Baker has crated hundreds of puppets in many different settings.
2:05
Nestled high up in the Malibu mountains is a mansion housing collections of Greek and Roman antiquities.
Experience the 3000 gallon water tank showing various creatures of ocean or even pet some at the Ocean Discovery center, enriching kids about how we effect the ocean.
1:51
Tango Times Two, written and directed by Miguel Zotto and Milena Plebs, pays homage to Argentina’s vibrant and exciting dance – the tango.
2:02
Home of the famous Culver Studios, Culver City has its hand in music as well. The Jazz Bakery offers the latest jazz and blues musicians coming up in the Los Angeles area.
1:13
The farewell performance of Bella Lewitzky is a commemoration of her most recent works. It also pays tribute to her commitment and passion to the art form.
1:50
On shores of the pacific you can see the endless horizon, but behind you theres Wayfarers Chapel, blending in with its natural surroundings.
0:51
T.S. Elliot’s words are revived in the Tony award winning musical, Cats. A musical myriad of visual revelations and expression.
2:00
Like art? What about art in 3D? Lia Lou expands her work with colored beads so here new piece “backyard” can jump out at viewers.
:54
Paying tribute to the jazz legend, Duke Ellington, Graham raises a triumphant statue in his honor.
1:53
Just North of the Hollywood Bowl is a little theatre probably most Los Angeleians do not know about.
1:59
Orange County Performing Arts Center.
1:59
The LA public library is the biggest collection in the county. It is a place to study or just browse, but don’t get too sidetracked, you have over 2 million books to chose from!
Glitz and Glam all along Hollywood Blvd where you have endless sights of celebrity memorabilia.
Come down to Santa Monica where you can learn about California’s vibrant and surprising heritage.
A metal welder by trade found his artistic talents over night.
1:49
Like Jim Henson (Kermit the Frog), Chapman’s fascination with muppets pushed him to produce a new breed of muppets show – The Beat City Puppet show in Long Beach.
1:48
Want to stay with the family over the weekend? Video Arcade, bumper cars, batting cage and miniature golf are only a few of the activities at the fun center.
0:38
Kids can find a whole new world in learning through fun activities and computer interaction at the Los Angeles Children’s Museum.
Stores, shop and restaurants are the centerpiece at the Universal City Walk, which all have one fun thing in common – to entertain.
Time warp back to the 11th century where you will dine while seeing your king present noble knights of the realm fighting to the finish! Medieval Times is a fine taste of the dark age for everyone!
1:55
An artist of hope, a modern day Micheangelo, Lavaggi finds a glimpse of glory. His murals can be peaceful and tranquil to complex and impressionistic.
1:50
Still life, painting on canvases aren’t as moving as the sculpture. Full figure bronze or clay sculptures captures moving space where the viewer can reach and touch them.
1:49
He captures a private view of past presidents and their families. Either it be on tour with the Beatles or in Germany during WW II, Benson was behind the lense.
1:52
With only one teacher and an occasional art class, this self-taught artist find his unique voice with manipulating polaroids.
1:52
From Alaska to South America the Southwestern Museum is home of important artifacts of Native American and Latin heritage.
Learning was never so much fun when a museum is turned in a regular playhouse! The La Habra museum is a world with children in mind.
1:47
Explore the Hollywood Entertainment Museum where you can see props, sets, costumes and exhibits, which reflects that magic on the silver screen.
Real Estate barren, railroad builder and one of the worlds greatest collector, Henry Huntington was like a renaissance man.
In this day in age two developing careers can be very hard. Cash Baxter proves to be a natural renaissance man; an accomplished artist he manages to produce and direct for the stage as well.
2:00
Descanso translates to “rest” or “relax,” which is perfect for the one of the most unique gardens in Los Angeles.
1:50
Home of many famous films, The Arboretum allows you to enjoy what is has offer such as waterfalls, lakes and the historic Queen Ann cottage.
Experience guided tours of artifacts over one thousand years old. Also, user friendly computers help your journey through the center to be a time to remember.
Be transported to another culture with just a 5 minute walk from downtown LA – Chinatown!
The Museum on Latin American Art showcases Diversions and Remembrances by Rodolfo Morales.
2:00
See a fake chicken lay a fake egg, or check out a robot piggy bank both without batteries. Wind up your fun at The Wound & Wound Toy Store.
1:00
Layers and layers that were once garbage and fragments of visual posters, photography now made into art. Bert has a new take on art and archeology.
1:56
Our love affair with the car can be quenched at the Peterson Automotive Museum.
Barley on the mind? Come down to Hermosa beach where you can taste your own personalized beer!
1:59
Take a dark wet ride in the Black Whole or plummet down the intimidating Drop Out all at Raging Waters in San Dimas!
2:28
Latin food, music and dancing all in the heart of Studio City, Mama Juana’s is the ultimate Latin experience!
0:30
Hollywood doesn’t only have film studios, but an amusement park where films ARE the attractions! Universal studios recreates the sets of the studios for you to become enriched in the action!
0:59
Concert goers of Orange County and South Los Angeles can now experience music to the next level!
1:57
The MOCA concert series is very well received event offering free admission to the museum of contemporary art, live music and wine tasting. All hosted on the California Plaza in Downtown LA.
2:04
Home of the La Brea Tar pits and many paleontologist, the George C. Page Museum has hands on exhibits on how life was like for animals in the prehistoric age.
Ancient art, cool culture, and nature are just a few of the many attractions at the Huntington Library.
1:47
Our 37th president now has his own library showing the public Nixon’s life and its ups and downs.
Widely considered one of the most influential works of American musical theatre, Show Boat is the first “musical play” deviating from traditional operettas.
1:46
Experience love and betrayal in Umberto Giordano’s most notable operas, Fedora.
2:00
Curious about the vibrant Renaissance era? Be taken back to 16th century and celebrate the spring in royal splendor!
2:16