Arts and Entertainment Coming to the South Bay (and Beyond) This Season
Spring forward.
- CategoryArts, Social Scene
Marie Thibeault: The Radiant Rupture
Through April 11 | Palos Verdes Art Center
Over more than four decades, Marie Thibeault’s studio practice has been devoted to examining landscapes shaped by environmental strain. Her large-scale paintings fuse a complex abstract vocabulary with references to sites transformed by climate-related trauma. This solo exhibition highlights new paintings from the San Pedro artist. pvartcenter.org
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Brent Estabrook Cause Collection Open House
February 21, 2-8 p.m. | Resin
Internationally collected (and new to South Bay) artist Brent Estabrook brings his talents to Resin for a day of live painting, free drinks, artist talk and artwork. Sales support the 501(c)(3) nonprofit mental/emotional health programs of Indivisible Arts. indivisiblearts.org
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Monumental: Selected Works by Andy Scott
February 21-April 18 | VEFA Gallery
The exhibition will give an overview of some of this L.A. artist’s large-scale artworks and an intimate look into his inspiration and process by showcasing sketches, drawings, scale maquettes, and construction photos and film. vefagallery.com
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Akhnaten
February 28-March 22 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
Hailed by critics and beloved by audiences, this eagerly anticipated revival transports you to ancient Egypt in Philip Glass’ enthralling portrait of a trailblazing pharaoh. laopera.org
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Frieze Los Angeles
February 26-March 1 | Santa Monica Airport
Major contemporary art fair featuring over 100 galleries from around the world. frieze.com
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Indivisible Arts x Blood Cancer United Art Fundraiser
March 7, 4-9 p.m. | Resin
Inspiring artwork for an amazing purpose, the Blood Cancer United Art Fundraiser features artists of the South Bay Artist Collective and other professional local artists and photographers supporting an important cause that affects us all. indivisiblearts.org
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Bob Costas
April 9 | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
As Los Angeles prepares for the 2028 Olympic Games, there’s no better time to welcome legendary broadcaster Bob Costas to our communities. His voice has defined the Olympic experience for generations of viewers. speakersla.com
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Mean Girls
April 24-May 2 | Mira Costa High School
This musical retelling of the hit comedy film offers an energetic score that follows homeschooled Cady Heron as she navigates the social hierarchy of a suburban Illinois high school. miracostahigh.org
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BeachLife Festival
May 1-3 | Redondo Beach
One of Southern California’s biggest beachside music festivals, right next to the pier—a three-day celebration of live music, food and culture. beachlifefestival.com
