Seven Days: A Comprehensive Guide To What's Going On In Santa Monica And Environs

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Impressionist Works on Loan. An exhibition of four stunning Impressionist works from private collections, including 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.

Diego Rivera, "Art and Revolution," through August 16, L.A. County Museum. French Manuscript Illumination of the Late Middle Ages. The installation of manuscript books, leaves, and cuttings from the Museum's permanent collection focuses on the flowering of the art of illumination in France from about 1375 to 1525. The Boucicaut Master, Jean Fouquet, Jean Bourdichon, and Simon Marmion, all of whom illuminated manuscripts for powerful patrons, are among the artists represented. The Getty Center, through September 26, 1999, (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.

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.

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.

Foundry to Finish: in the studio of Adriaen de Vries, 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.

"A Passion for Performance: Sarah Siddons And Her Portraitists" – A selection of portraits by some of the leading 18th-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.

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

"Defining Eye: Woman Photographers of the 20th Century" - and "Stenberg Brothers: Constructing a Revolution in Soviet Design," through August 22, at UCLA at the Armand Hammer Museum of Art and Cultural Center, Westwood.

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

"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.

The Absolut LA International Biennial Art Invitational at Bergamot Station continues.

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.

Gustavo Perez, a leading artist from Mexico "brings a new aesthetic from a country with centuries of tradition in ceramics." Frank Lloyd Gallery through August 21. (310) 264-264-3866.

"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.

"Lady Lazarus" Janieta Eyre's collection of auto-portraits that " exist in a place that is at once the past and the future." 

"Twenty How to Photographs" by Becky Singleton. Model Margaret Kluka demonstrates how to do a range of things from how to wear a dress to how to hold a Chihuahua. Sherry Frumkin/Christine Duval Gallery; through August 21. (310) 453-1850.

"Malerei" Germany's Friedemann Hahn's first solo exhibition in America. The fifteen paintings cover a broadly representative range of Hahn's work: movie pictures, cityscapes, seascapes, ports and portraits of artistic heroes. Flowers West Contemporary Art; through August 21. (310) 586-9200.

Jiro Osuga presents unique, autobiographical paintings. Flowers West Contemporary Art; through August 21. (310) 586-9200.

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

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.

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

Callum Morton, "Sometimes," a model of a house that references Bauhaus design, and Michael McCurry's installation, "Golf," through August 21, Santa Monica Museum of Art, Bergamot Station. (310) 586-6488, www.netvip.com /smmoa.

"It Takes All Kinds" - curated by Joe Goode, featuring the works of Barton Patrick Bolin, Jon Gintzler, Lies Kraal, Russell Maltz, Florence Pierce, James Reinke, Marcia Roberts and Steve Steinman. Hunsaker/ Schlesinger Fine Art, Bergamot Station. Through August 21. (310) 828-1133.

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

"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.

"Abject Edge," a group show of recent American figurative art, curated by Mat Gleason, examines how the human form is used to simultaneously convey 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.

"A Time Trilogy: 3 Evenings with Paul Linke," autobiographical solo shows in repertory. Ends August 29, dark August 13-15. Show times vary. Pacific Resident Theater, (310) 822-8392.

"West Side Story," a faithful revival by The Santa Monica Theater Guild, directed by Anne Gesling and choreographed by Lucy Record (duplicating Jerome Robbins' original numbers). The Morgan Wixson Theater, Fri & Sat. 8 pm., Sun. at 2 p.m., through August 15, $12/$15. (310) 828-7519.

"Accepting the Pale." Nathan Hamilton's drama about a tormented writer who locks himself up in a hotel room to "make the ink bleed." Black Box Theater, 8 p.m., through August 15, (310) 280-9943.

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

"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 about a small-town dreamer who gets unhappily entangled in the world of silent movies. Call theater for show times. Geffen Playhouse, through September 1, (310) 208-5454.

"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.

"Golden Boy." Clifford Odets' play about a gifted violinist who throws it all away to be a fighter. Zephyr Theater, through August 22. 7 p.m. $15-$18; (323) 951-9545.

"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.

"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 Seagull." The Theatricum Botanicum hosts Chekhov's romantic play, Topanga, 8 p.m., through August 20. (310) 455-3723.

"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.

"Shakespeare's Villains, A Masterclass 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.

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 12

"Beethoven & Prokofiev" with Mikhail Pletnev conducting and Vitaly Margulin on piano. Beethoven's "Egmont Overture, Piano Concerto No. 3 and Prokofiev's Symphony No. 5. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (213) 480-3232.

"Twilight Dance Series" continues with Bamboleo, a Cuban band on the cutting edge originating "nueva salsa Cabano," and the timba beat. A rare chance to see the band from Havana on only their 2nd U.S. tour. The Santa Monica Pier, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. (310) 458-8900;www.twilight dance .org. Free.

American Cinematheque Presents "The Alternative Screen: A Forum for Independent Film Exhibition & Beyond," featuring the L.A. premiere of "Sleep." The film's director, Peter Calvin, will participate in a discussion after the screening. Also, Shanti Thakur's short "Two Forums." Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre at the Egyptian, 7:30 p.m. 9323) 466-FILM, Ext. 2.

"Archive Treasures" presents "The Public Enemy," starring James Cagney preceded by "Bimbo's Initiation," (1931) a talkartoon, with Betty Boop in a cameo, "Ben Bernie and His Orchestra" (1928), "Crimes Square" (1930), a short directed by Arthur Hurley and "Hearst Metrotone News, Vol. 2, No.226. The series is sponsored by Ted Mann and Rhonda Fleming Mann through the Ted Mann Foundation, dedicated to recreating the classic "night at the movies" that drew peak audiences during the heyday of the Hollywood era. Each program will team newsreels and shorts with choice selections from the vaults of the UCLA Film and Television Archive, and present mint-quality prints in their full glory on the silver screen - the way they were meant to be seen. The James Bridges Theater, 7:30 p.m., (310) 206-FILM.

Free Sunset Concert Series in its third season presents Djivan Gasparyan (Armenian double-reed instrument master) and Michael Brook (preeminent guitartist) in this unique cross-cultural journey which combines haunting melodies and compelling modern rhythms. The Skirball Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m. Parking, $5 per car. Seating is limited, arrive early. (310) 440-4578;www.skirball.com.

"Voices from the Cutting Edge," a staged reading performance presented by the Hard Hat Company. This new group of writers and spoken word artists are changing the way we look at theater and the world around us. Barnes & Noble, Santa Monica, 7:30 p.m., (310) 260-0158.

"Summer Nights at MOCA," the museum's annual summer series continues with free admission, wine tastings, gallery tours and a jazz performance with Chris Anderson and Billy Higgins, 5-8 p.m., Museum of Contemporary Art, (213) 626-6222.

Theater Openings:

"City for Sale," presented by the San Francisco Mime Troupe, Los Angeles Theater Center, 8 p.m., Sun 2 p.m., (213) 485-1681.

"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.

"Girl's Talk," 15 short works about women and their universal themes, Theatre Neo at Hudson Avenue Theatre, 8 p.m., through August 26. (323) 769-5858.

"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.

Friday, August 13

"Tapsounds Underground," "rhythm from the Feet, Soul and Mind." Los Angeles Theatre Center, 8 p.m., also Sat. and next Sunday, 8 p.m., (213) 485-1681.

"Tad Coughenour Ensemble," The Dance troupe performs "A Thorn at My Heart," Highways, Santa Monica 8:30 p.m., also Sat. 8:30 p.m. (213) 485-1681.

"The Stuff That Dreams Are Made of: The Films of Marcello Mastroianni" continues with "Henry IV" and "Scipio The African." The UCLA Film and Television Archive, The James Bridges Theater, 7:30 p.m. (310) 206-FILM.

American Cinematheque Presents "Strange Illusions" The Films of Edgar G. Ulmer," featuring the "Beyond the Barrier, discussion follows. Also, "The Strange Woman," and "Her Sister's Secret." Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre at the Egyptian, 7:00 p.m. 9323) 466-FILM, Ext. 2.

George Cukor Centennial Retrospective continues with "Bhowani Junction" and "Heler in Pink Tights," LACMA, Bing Theater, 7:30 p.m. (323) 857-6100.

"Suspicion," the Hitchcock thriller with Joan Fontaine and Cary Grant, Old Town Music Hall, 8:15, Sat. 2:30 and 8:15 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m. (310) 322-2592.

Opening, "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. The Rosamund Felsen Galley, Bergamot Station, through September 4. (310) 828-8488.

"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.

Tama Janowitz reads from "A Certain Age," about that age when finding a husband takes on a certain urgency. Dutton's Brentwood Books, 7 p.m. (Book Group at 5 p.m.) (310) 476-6263;www.duttonsbrentwood .com.

Open and Featured Poetry, with Donn Deedon. Midnight Special Bookstore & Cultural Center, 8 p.m. (310) 393-2923; www.msbooks.com.

"Retrofest" at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. (See feature).
Summer Nights at the Ford presents "Hollywood Arts Council/Jazz Goes to the Movies: An Evening with Lalo Schifrin," John Anson Ford Theatre, 8 p.m. (323) 461-3673; www.lacountyarts.org/ford.html.

"Russian Spectacular with Fireworks," presented by the Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, conductor, Nicolai Lugansky on piano, performing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 and a newly-designed pyrotechnics display set to Capriccio Italien. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (213) 480-3232.

Film Openings:

"The Acid House," Director Paul McGulgan's interpretation of a trilogy of tales by Irvine Welsh (Trainspotting). Nuart, West Hollywood.

"Better Than Chocolate," A "lesbian romantic comedy," directed by Anne Wheeler. Nuwilshire; Sunset 5.

"Bowfinger," starring Steve Martin and Eddie Murphy (wide release).

"Brokedown Palace," Clare Danes as a young teenager imprisoned in Thailand (wide release).

"Detroit Rock City," a 70's flashback movie revolving a sold-out KISS concert.

"The Gambler," a story of an incident in Dostoevsky's life, starring Luise Rainer. 

"Leila," (Music Hall, Beverly Hills) a Dariush Mehrjui film about a family pressuring a young couple to have children.

Theater Openings:

"Miss Desmond Behind Bars", a musical parody of Sunset Boulevard with an all-male cast, Court Theatre, 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., 7 p.m. (310) 289-2999.

"The Schoolyard," about a school yard killing, directed by Quentin Drew, W.L.C.A.C, The Center, show times vary, (323) 932-0076.

"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.

Saturday, August 14

"Tapsounds Underground," "rhythm from the Feet, Soul and Mind." Los Angeles Theatre Center, 8 p.m., also next Sunday, 8 p.m., (213) 485-1681.

"Tad Coughenour Ensemble," The Dance troupe performs "A Thorn at My Heart," Highways, Santa Monica 8:30 p.m., (213) 485-1681.
"The Affliction of Glory" opens. (See feature).

"The Stuff That Dreams Are Made of: The Films of Marcello Mastroianni" continues with "Ginger and Fred," and "Dark Eyes." The UCLA Film and Television Archive, The James Bridges Theater, 7:30 p.m. (310) 206-FILM.

American Cinematheque Presents "Strange Illusions" The Films of Edgar G. Ulmer," featuring the "The Naked Venus," and "Girls In Chains," with a discussion to follow. Also, "Murder Is My Beat," and "The Naked Dawn." Lloyd E. Rigler Theatre at the Egyptian, 6:00 p.m. 9323) 466-FILM, Ext. 2.

George Cukor Centennial Retrospective continues with "Let's Make Love," with Marilyn Monroe in her last days, and "Les Girls," with Gene Kelly and Mitzi Gaynor. LACMA, Bing Theater, 7:30 p.m. (323) 857-6100.

Laemmle Summer Series continues with "Flushed," a film about set in the restroom of a busy New York club, Sunset 5, 10 a.m., also Sun. Classic Western Round-Up features "Broken Arrow, with James Stewart, 10 a.m., also Sun. (323) 848-3500.

Laemmle Summer Series continues with "Crocodile Tears," Monica 4-Plex, 11a.m., also Sun. Classic Western Round-Up features 'Gunfight at the O.K. Corral," 11 a.m., also Sun. (310) 394-9741.

Talent Shows, a group show devoted to California artists with disabilities, through September 4. Miller Durazo, (310) 652-0057.

"Much Ado About Nothing," as interpreted by the East LA Classic Theatre. John Anson Ford Theatre, also Sun., 10 a.m. (323) 461-3673;www.lacountyarts.org/ford.html.

"Russian Spectacular with Fireworks," presented by the Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, conductor, Nicolai Lugansky on piano, performing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 and a newly-designed pyrotechnics display set to Capriccio Italien. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (213) 480-3232.

Summer Nights at the Ford continues with Los Angeles Mozart Orchestra's Mozart's "The Magic Flute. " John Anson Ford Theatre, 8 p.m. (323)461-3673;www.lacountyarts.org/ford.html

"Retrofest" at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. (See feature).

Family Workshops in Spanish and English. Bring the family and visit the galleries with a teacher, then work on art projects in the studio. This month's theme is "Drawing Family Stories." 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., and 2 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., advance reservations required, The Getty Center, (310) 440-7300; www.getty.edu.

Family Storytelling in Spanish and English. Meet outside in front of the Museum Family Room, The Getty Center. 11 a.m. Free. (310) 440-7300;www.getty.edu.

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. Free. (310) 440-7300;www.getty.edu.

The Affliction of Glory: A Comedy About Tragedy (See feature).
Art Bus Tour: A Selection of Santa Monica and Venice Galleries, beginning at Angles Gallery, 2230 Main Street. The tour, held in conjunction with the L.A. International Biennial Art Invitational, will be held from 1:30 to 6 p.m. Reservations and information (626) 396-9338. Free.

LA Impacts III Summer Festival with more than 50 organizations represented at the day long festival devoted to families and children, with interactive story-telling, art workshops, music and more. UCLA/Armand Hammer Museum and Cultural Center, 11 a.m. (310) 443-7000.

"Once Upon a Time Family Festival," presenting "Shakers, Rattles, Bells and Clackers," a free festival with interactive percussion instruments, ceramic shard painting, Mandala workshops, Samoan clothing design, and more. Craft and Folk Art Museum, 11 a.m. (323) 937-4230.

Theater Openings:

"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 p.m., ends Oct. 3, (310) 477-2055.

"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., ends September 12. (323) 655-TKTS.

Sunday, August 15

"Hallelujah!" The Campbell Brothers, featuring Katie Jackson, the Mighty Clouds of Joy, The Rahat Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, and the Armenian Festival Ensemble present uplifting melodies and driving rhythms, gospel meets soul. The Hollywood Bowl, 7:30 p.m. (213) 480-3232.

"The Stuff That Dreams Are Made of: The Films of Marcello Mastroianni" continues with the magnificent Fellini film, "8 1/2." The UCLA Film and Television Archive, The James Bridges Theater, 7:30 p.m. (310) 206-FILM.

Simon Reynolds will read and discuss "Generation Ecstasy: Into the World of Techno and Rave Culture," which tells the story of rave culture and techno music as an insider who has "dosed up and blissed out." Midnight Special Bookstore & Cultural Center, 2 p.m. (310) 393-2923; www.msbooks.com.

"Retrofest" at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. (See feature).
Alice Sebold will read and discuss "Lucky," a memoir of Sebold's rape at the age of eighteen and how it changed but did not sink the woman she later became. Midnight Special Bookstore & Cultural Center, 5 p.m. (310) 393-2923; www.msbooks.com.

"Much Ado About Nothing," as interpreted by the East LA Classic Theatre. John Anson Ford Theatre, 10 a.m. (323) 461-3673;www.lacountyarts.org/ford.html.

Family Workshops in Spanish and English. Bring the family and visit the galleries with a teacher, then work on art projects in the studio. 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.

Family Storytelling in Spanish and English. Meet outside in front of the Museum Family Room, The Getty Center. 11 a.m. Free. (310) 440-7300.

The Affliction of Glory: A Comedy About Tragedy (See feature).

Monday, August 16

"Tagteam Lovefest 2000," the king of schlock Jason Reed's vision of our future. Actor's Gang Theatre, 8 p.m. (323) 660-8587.

Tuesday, August 17

Orchid Program for Beginners, "How To Grow Orchids," at the Malibu Orchid Society, Pacific Palisades Women's Club, 901 Haverford Ave. Pacific Palisades, 7 p.m. (310) 454-8221.

Film Discussion Group reconvenes once again to discuss "The Dinner Party," a film by Francis Ueber. Barnes & Noble, Santa Monica, 7:30 p.m. (310) 260-9110.

Chrys Ingraham will read and discuss "White Weddings: Romancing Heterosexuality in Popular Culture," the first book to question the meaning of weddings in American popular culture, from sitcoms to soap operas to talk shows and movies. Midnight Special Bookstore & Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m. (310) 393-2923; www.msbooks.com.

"Italian Romance." The Los Angeles Philharmonic, with Andrew Robinson conductor, Allessandra Marc, soprano, and Fernando de la Mora, tenor perform Rossini's "The Barber of Seville Overture," Verdi and Puccini's "Arias and duets," and Respighi's "Pines of Rome." The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (213) 480-3232.

Wednesday, August 18

"Fung Shui for the Mind and Body," by Michiko Rolek. A discussion and interactive workshop that will explore the ancient art of energy flow. Barnes & Noble, Santa Monica, 7:30 p.m. (310) 260-9110.

"Visible Evidence," with shorts "Ekleipsis, "The Fall of Communism," and featuring "Ruins." In person: Tran T. Kim-Trang and William E. Jones. The UCLA Film and Television Archive, James Bridges Theater, 7:30 p.m. (310) 206-FILM.

Meeting of the Los Angeles Monthly Review Discussion Group. Midnight Special Bookstore & Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m. (310) 393-2923;www. msbooks .com.

"Lift Every Voice and Swing," the passionate jazz program that reaches for the sky, performed by The Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Take 6, Kevin Mahogony, and Dee Daniels. The Hollywood Bowl, 8:30 p.m. (213) 480-3232.