Thursday 14
Jorge and Paola Ramos discuss Latin challenges
This Thursday, May 14 at 4:00 pm, the Investigative Journalism Lecture Series Prick Beck will present a special conversation with Jorge Ramos and Paola Ramos, who will address some of the most important issues currently facing Latino communities in the United States. The meeting will offer an intergenerational look at identity, politics, social justice and media representation, combining decades of journalistic experience with new cultural perspectives. Jorge Ramos, recognized for years as host of Noticiero Univision, is considered one of the most influential voices in Spanish-language journalism. For her part, Paola Ramos has worked with media such as Vice Media and MSNBC, focusing on issues of Latino identity and belonging. In the Student Union Building of the Los Angeles City College Basis, in the Multi-Reason Room on the third floor. The event is open to the public. Total admission costs $35 and the program will be presented in English. More information: https://laccfoundation.org/.
Suave Patria Exhibition at the Mexican Consulate
The Total Consulate of Mexico in Los Angeles (2401 W. 6Th St., Los Angeles) opened the exhibition Suave Patria, a group exhibition that explores the cultural landscapes of Mexico from a contemporary perspective. With hand-painted textiles, cardboard sculptures and various symbolic representations. Free entry with prior registration. Reports: cccmla.com.
Butterfly season at Kidspace
This is the last week of Butterfly Season at the Kidspace Museum (480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena). Visitors can test their creature-spotting acumen on an insect safari and create a clay creature to take home. Ends Sunday, May 17. Tickets from $13. Reports: kidspacemuseum.org.
Friday the 15th
Alejandro Sanz at the Greek Theater
Alejandro Sanz brings his What Now What tour to the Greek Theater (2700 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles), also the name of the album he released in November and which remakes some of his most successful songs. Friday, May 15 at 8 pm. Tickets from $88. Reports: ticketmaster.com.
Saturday 16
Carlos Vives at the Peacock Theater
Colombian singer-songwriter Carlos Vives brings to LA his “Tour al Sol” tour, a musical journey that, as its name indicates, follows the path of the sun, from the first ray of dawn, which symbolizes hope and new beginnings; going through midday, full of energy and joy in each performance; until sunset, when nostalgia and magic take over the stage. The shriek will be an encounter with Vives’ musical history, including his unforgettable hits such as “La tierra del olvido”, which is celebrating 30 years of its release. At the Peacock Theater (777 Chick Hearn Ct., Los Angeles). Saturday May 16 at 8 pm. Tickets from $84. Reports: ticketmaster.com.
La Sonora Dinamita at SeaWorld
The cumbia band originally from Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, and later based in Mexico City, La Sonora Dinamita, is part of SeaWorld’s Viva La Música concert series (500 SeaWorld Dr., San Diego). He will perform on Saturday, May 16 and Sunday, May 17 at 6 pm. Included in the entrance ticket. Tickets from $60. seaworld.com reports.
Raging Waters opens its doors
Raging Waters Water Park (111 Raging Waters Dr., San Dimas) has already opened its doors with its 25 attractions to kick off the summer season. This weekend’s attendees will be able to enjoy activities like a live DJ set, waterproof face paint, and cotton candy. Open weekends until May 29 and every day from August 16 to September 27. Tickets from $45. Reports: ragingwaters.com.
Soap Box Race in DTLA
The Crimson Bull Soapbox Stride Los Angeles, taking place downtown (200 N. Big Ave., Los Angeles) will be hosted by a motorsports icon. Dale Earnhardt Jr., member of the NASCAR Hall of Fame. 33 teams participate in the race. Saturday May 16 at 12 pm. Free event. Reports: redbull.com.
Tribute to Ryuichi Sakamoto at The Wallis
The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills) presents Bang on a Can All-Stars, a tribute to Ryuichi Sakamoto, composer of films such as The Last Emperor and Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence. Saturday May 16 at 7:30 pm. Tickets from $43. thewallis.org reports.
Sunday 17
Family Competition at the Getty Center
The Competition Acquainted Celebrating Photography & the Sad Arts Circulate, taking place at the Getty Center (1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles), is inspired by the exhibition Photography and the Sad Arts Circulate, 1955–1985, and includes live music, dance, storytelling, and interactive workshops. Sunday, May 17 from 10 am to 5 pm. Free event. getty.edu reports.
Wednesday 20
Inventing America at Skirball
The Skirball Cultural Center (2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles) will debut an exhibit Inventing America: The Funny E book Revolution, which explores how comics created pop culture heroes who helped Americans imagine themselves as real-world heroes on a global stage. Starting Wednesday, May 20; ends February 28. Tickets from $15. skirball.org reports.
