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This supper club hosts great live jazz in a setting with Old World charm. Catalina has lived up to its slogan "Nothing But the Best in Jazz" by presenting a veritable Who's Who of jazz legends such as Dizzie Gillespie, Art Blakey, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea, Ray Brown, Joe Williams, Max Roach, Carmen McRae, Joe Henderson, Benny Carter, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Joshua Redman and many more. Learn more...

This Broadway hit musical, based on the beloved holiday tale, features the classic tunes "You're A Mean One Mr. Grinch" and "Welcome Christmas." The production stars John Larroquette (Night Court) as the narrator "Old Max" and Stefan Karl (Nick Jr.'s Lazy Town) as The Grinch. Magnificent sets and costumes inspired by Dr. Seuss' original illustrations help transport audiences to the whimsical world of Whoville, breathing new life into this timeless story of the true meaning of the Holiday Season. Learn more...

The acclaimed International Gem and Jewelry Show presents a dazzling display of gems, jewelry, beads, accessories and minerals. The huge selection, along with special show pricing direct from worldwide designers and manufacturers, make this show a must for gem enthusiasts and jewelry lovers alike. Learn more...

Enjoy an evening of Spanish cuisine and flamenco dancing on the beautiful wooden stage at El Cid, in hip Silverlake. Historic El Cid is a beautiful indoor-outdoor Spanish villa-style complex, and a night of flamenco could happen in no better venue. An inspiring, exotic evening! Price includes dinner and the show (but not beverages or tip). Learn more...

Change up your boring Friday night with Hornblower's new Blues Dinner Cruise! Enjoy a boarding glass of champagne, a delicious dinner buffet and the soothing sounds of the Phil Gates Blues Band. Dance all night or take a stroll on the outer decks and check out the amazing views! Learn more...

Take a trip through the history of music at The GRAMMY Museum at L.A. LIVE. The new museum features four floors of fascinating and educational exhibits -- over 400 music related artifacts, 25 original films, interactive experiences, and more, covering legendary artists and recordings from all genres of music. Learn more...

The Steve Allen Theatre presents Tomorrow!. For over four years, this late-night comedy variety show has found an enthusiastic audience. Host Ron Lynch presents a surreal assortment of comedians, musicians, variety acts and much more. Learn more...

"Brainiac" comedian Emily Levine performs her one-woman show at the El Portal Theatre. Emily @ the Edge of Chaos draws laughs from a combination of science, social satire and the personal saga of Levine' s experience with a freakish medical condition. The show will be filmed for a movie. Learn more...

In Oklahomo!, a gay theatre company in Hollywood attempts to mount an unauthorized adaptation of Oklahoma! facing off LA marathon traffic, a power hungry director, an ovation-winning diva-actress, attorneys from the Rogers & Hammerstein estate and a string of disasters on their way to opening night. Learn more...

Taking their cue from the classic Seinfeld episode, drink:eat:play presents a "Festivus for the rest of us." The 80s is the theme of this Festivus party which includes a tribute band and the dress code requires the wearing of an ugly sweater or in 80s attire. There may not be an "Airing of Grievances" or "Feats of Strength," but this will be one holiday party you don't want to miss. Learn more...

From the same people who brought you the great Laserium shows at Griffith Park Observatory comes the new Laserium CyberTheater in Hollywood. This new production offers a high-tech update of Laserium shows of the past, with six projection screens and 3-D lasers shooting throughout the theater. Three different classic Laserium shows are currently in rotation, featuring music from Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon, the Beatles or Led Zeppelin. Learn more...

Bob's Holiday Office Party originated as an improv sketch thirteen years ago and has since developed into a seasonal tradition with a loyal cult following. In a small-town Iowa office, insurance agent Bob Finhead's whacked out friends and clients stop by for the annual holiday bash. But Bob has dreams of a bigger life and wants to escape his small town. Once the party -- and the bickering and fighting -- starts, will Bob finally realize his dream? Learn more...

Medieval Times is an exciting, family-friendly dinner attraction inspired by an 11th century feast and tournament. Guests are served a four-course banquet and cheer for one of six knights as they compete in the joust and other tests of skill. Expect lots of jousting, swordsmanship, thrilling hand-to-hand combat, and displays of extraordinary horsemanship as part of an exciting story set in Medieval Spain. Learn more...

For 26 years, David Wilcox's production of The Nutcracker has been seen by over a million people all over Southern California, throughout the Asian continent, as well as on television. Tchaikovsky's ballet comes to life with a full symphony orchestra as the young Clara goes on exciting journey through a battle between the Mouse King and a Nutcracker comes to life and into the Land of Sweets. Featuring finalists Melissa, Ade and Jason from So You Think You Can Dance. Learn more...

The Geffen Playhouse presents Equivocation. Bill Cain's witty and contemporary exploration of political power and artistic integrity was the breakout hit of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Commanded by King James I to write a play based on the Gunpowder Plot, Shakespeare discovers that the official story of the plan to blow up Parliament may conceal a darker truth. Learn more...

From the writer/director/producer of The Marvelous Wonderettes comes Life Could Be a Dream. This 1960s doo-wop musical is the story of the Crooning Crabcakes, who try to find their fame and fortune by entering a radio talent contest. Featuring such classic songs as "Stay" (Just a Little Bit Longer)," "Runaround Sue," "The Great Pretender," "Tears On My Pillow," "Unchained Melody," "Earth Angel" and more. Learn more...

UCLA Live welcomes Reggie Wilson and his Fist & Heel Performance Group to Royce Hall to perform their new work, The Good Dance - dakar/brooklyn, which draws parallels between the Mississippi and Congo rivers and their cultures. The group fuses contemporary dance with the spiritual traditions of the African Diaspora, punctuating the movement with body percussion, aspirated breath, singing and shouts. Learn more...

Guests will enjoy a delicious dining experience while being entertained with an astonishing display of special effects wizardry, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay and dynamic duels. The entertainment is a classic story of good vs. evil that offers the perfect blend of action, adventure, comedy and romance, along with the opportunity to interact in the adventure. Learn more...

Jim Carrey stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in Disney's A Christmas Carol, a re-envisioned 3-D experience from filmmaker Robert Zemeckis based on Charles Dickens' perennial classic tale. Before the movie, enjoy Holiday Spectacular, an all new stage show with Disney characters and dancers! Learn more...

The Grove Theatre presents Jim Curry and the holiday favorite, A John Denver Christmas. Come celebrate the season with your family and friends, and enjoy Christmas songs written or recorded by America's beloved singer/songwriter John Denver. Featuring songs "Aspenglow," "Christmas for Cowboys," "The Peace Carol," "Oh Holy Night," "Country Roads" and "Rocky Mountain High." Learn more...

The Grove Theatre presents a whimsical holiday play for the whole family based on a fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. In The Elves and the Shoemaker, a kind shoemaker gives his last pair of shoes to a beggar. When he goes to make a replacement pair on Christmas Eve, he receives unexpected assistance from five magical elves. Learn more...

Mel and Rose Wine & Specialty Food presents a tasting of wine from the Languedoc region of France. Hugging the Mediterranean coast just north of Spain, this sun drenched region produces robust blends that offer an excellent price to quality ratio. Sample wine, enjoy appetizers, and get a 10% discount on purchases of the wines being sampled at the event. Learn more...

Learn the wine basics from A - Z. Taste seven types of wine and acquire the skills to evaluate what you smell and taste. You'll also learn how wine is made, what pairings bring out the best in food and wine, the do's and don'ts of wine service, how to purchase and store wine, and wine history. Anecdotes, laughs and wine are all served in generous proportions. Learn more...

The NoHo Arts Center hosts Just Imagine, a multi-media tribute to rock legend John Lennon. Tim Piper, who's toured the world performing the Beatles' hits, will front a live band in note-perfect renditions of Lennon's timeless songs, and share anecdotes from his life and career. Learn more...

NoHo Arts Center presents the world premiere of That Perfect Moment. Set in the San Fernando Valley at Christmastime, Charles Bartlett and Jack Cooper's comedy tells the tale of four aging bandmates who are unhappy with their lives, trying to recapture their late '60s prime in time for a seasonal party. Learn more...

A traditional sandwich-like French pastry, sweet and colorful macarons are found in high-end bakeries around the world. In just a few hours, participants in this hands-on class can master the art of making their own macarons in a variety of decadent flavors, from chocolate to passionfruit, using techniques perfected by French chef Clemence Gossett. Guests will also sample wines and take home a box of macarons. Learn more...

Imagine a world where a children's show has a cast of characters that have more psychological disorders than you do. Add the mind-numbing debauchery of the worst, most poorly animated cartoons from the 1950s, '60s and '70s. Then throw in the wry commentary you came to love from "Mystery Science Theater 3000," and what have you got? Cartoon Dump! Learn more...

Join Los Angeles Wine Tasting at Royal T in Culver City for their A-Z Wine Aroma Class & Blindfold Tasting. Taste six hand-picked boutique wines from selected countries around the world, paired with light appetizers including selected cheeses and gourmet specialties. Learn basics, like how to read a wine label and how to pronounce grape names, plus do a blindfolded wine tasting to help develop your sense of smell and recognize the aromas of different wines. Learn more...

Home to more than 12,500 ocean animals, representing nearly 500 species, the Aquarium of the Pacific celebrates the planet's largest and most diverse body of water: the Pacific Ocean. Celebrating its tenth anniversary, this world-class aquarium features a wide array of hands-on activites, live and video presentations, and more. During Shark Summer, see and touch sharks and rays, and see growing shark embryos in the Shark Zone activity area. Learn more...

Treat yourself, or someone you care about, to the joys of cleaner, healthier skin with a specialty facial treatment from Marc Edward Skincare. As a skilled esthetician, Edward's years of experience working with many of California's elite spas and dermatologists ensure you have your face in the right hands. Learn more...

HuDost performs at the Ivy Substation. Their unique sound blends rock music with traditional Sufi music and the sounds of Eastern Europe. Based in Montreal, they've toured across the U.S., Canada and Europe. Learn more...

The Amazing Los Angeles Race is designed to feel like a hybrid of a sightseeing tour, The Da Vinci Code and The Amazing Race. Participants form teams of two to eight people and receive their first clue at the starting line. Each solution leads to the next clue and fun experiences at top L.A. attractions, including Mann's Chinese Theatre, the Walk of Fame, the Hollywood Bowl, and Walt Disney Concert Hall, culminating in a finish-line awards ceremony. Learn more...

Civic Light Opera of South Bay Cities presents the Tony-nominated family musical based on the books by Dr. Seuss. In Seussical, the mischievous Cat in the Hat joins Horton the Elephant, the Whos of Whoville and a cast of beloved characters as they bring more than 20 of the author's classic tales to life, accompanied by an original score. Learn more...

Pasadena Playhouse hosts Baby It's You! This musical tells the story of legendary girl group The Shirelles, as well as the woman who discovered them. New Jersey housewife Florence Greenberg managed the group to stardom, then founded legendary label Scepter Records. The show's score is full of classic songs from the '60s. Learn more...

The Alex Film Society's annual Stooge-Fest has become a Thanksgiving tradition for Stooges fan of all ages. This year's event, At Your Soivice, Professional Mayhem with the Stooges, showcases the working Stooges, featuring four Curly titles and Shemp in 3-D! (Moe and Larry included!) Bonus features include rare interviews and special guests. Learn more...

As Joshua Weinberg and Brent Logan attempt to have a civil and respectable wedding, their loving friends and family get in the way. Be a part of this wedding ceremony and join them for the reception as you become one of the family. Learn more...

After playing to sold out audiences this spring, singer, songwriter and actress Lesley Wolman, performs her one woman cabaret show in Gindi Auditorium. Lesley has appeared on Broadway, television, film and radio. Her latest show, Jewish Women in Song, pays tribute to fourteen female Jewish singers, lyricists and composers. Learn more...

Upstairs at Vitello's presents legendary Latin jazz artist Poncho Sanchez. Having released over 24 albums, Poncho Sanchez and his band bring a show of pure energy to the stage. Poncho's styles of Salsa, straight ahead jazz, Latin jazz and soul are nothing less than dazzling. Learn more...

American Cinematheque presents the Los Angeles premiere of a contemporary film comedy from Argentina. Amor en tránsito (Love in Transit) tells the stories of a variety of Buenos Aires visitors and residents, each experiencing the arrival or departure of romance. A Q&A with the film's director follows the screening. Learn more...

The Steve Allen Theater presents Nevermore, a one-man show celebrating Edgar Allen Poe's bicentennial. Actor Jeffrey Combs stars as the brilliant and tragic author of "The Raven" and "The Tell-tale Heart"; Combs starred in such horror film classics as Re-Animator, as well as Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Director Stuart Gordon and writer Dennis Paoli both worked on Re-Animator. Learn more...

Anze Kopitar and the Los Angeles Kings host Jarome Iginla and the Calgary Flames at the STAPLES Center. They young Kings' fast-paced attack has gotten them off to an outstanding start in the NHL's Western Conference. Learn more...

It's murder served with soup and salad. This night of edgy, interactive dinner theater at Silverlake's historic and hip El Cid restaurant begins with characters from the play mingling with guests at the bar, and continues with a production on stage that requires audience members to help solve a mystery. Guests have a choice of entrees, plus dessert. Learn more...

For 26 years, David Wilcox's production of The Nutcracker has been seen by over a million people all over Southern California, throughout the Asian continent, as well as on television. Tchaikovsky's ballet comes to life with a full symphony orchestra as the young Clara goes on exciting journey through a battle between the Mouse King and a Nutcracker comes to life and into the Land of Sweets. Featuring Melissa Sandvig from So You Think You Can Dance. Learn more...

Macha Theatre presents the hilarious revue, Naked Boys Singing, featuring eight male singers in the nude. With sixteen original songs including "Gratuitous Nudity" and "Bliss of a Bris," the original crowd-pleasing show has been a critically and audience favorite for over ten years. Learn more...

Ruskin Group Theatre presents Italian American Reconciliation. This sparkling, gritty romantic comedy is set against the backdrop of New York's Little Italy. Playwright John Patrick Shanley has won the Pulitzer Prize and the Academy and Tony Awards; his works include Doubt and Moonstruck. Learn more...

Tears of Joy Theater presents a comedic puppet show based on the beloved children's book by Janell Cannon. In Stellaluna, a baby fruit bat falls into a bird's nest, where she is taken in by the bird family but struggles as the odd one out. As she grows, she learns to accept her differences and find her own identity. Learn more...

International Irish music sensation Celtic Woman comes to the Terrace Theater in Long Beach following the smash success of four chart-topping albums and PBS television specials. The new tour features many brand new songs and their classics. The Isle of Hope is a magical musical experience that will dazzle the eye, enchant the ear and stimulate both the mind and the heart. Learn more...

The world-famous Hollywood Improv presents stand-up comedy seven nights a week. See top national headliners, the nation's best up-and-coming performers, and more. The club features frequent surprise drop-ins by TV and film's biggest comedy stars. Learn more...

As a wonderful gift or an indulgent treat for yourself, you can't do much better than a full body massage package or a facial package at the serene Cote d'Azur Spa, located in Old Town Pasadena. It's sure to be an unforgettable experience. Learn more...