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Robert Mapplethorpe Papers and Photographs Archive

Event Type
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The archive is now available to researchers. It spans the artist’s career from his student days at Pratt Institute in the 1960s through his more well-known photographs from the 1980s. The archive includes sculpture and assemblages, collages, cut-outs, early drawings and paintings, Polaroids, and examples of large-format photographic prints of flowers, portraits, nudes, and sadomasochistic subjects.
Website Link
getty.edu/research/collections/collection/113Y6W
Event Date
Event Location

Online at the Getty Center
United States

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
310.440.7300
Event ID
10388911
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LGBTQ+ PRIDE AT LOS ANGELES COUNTY LIBRARY

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The LGBTQ+ Pride at Los Angeles County Library has a selection of resources and materials that inform about and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in Los Angeles County and beyond. The scope encompasses academic materials, poetry, film, music, novels, magazines, and newspapers.
Website Link
lacountylibrary.org/pride
Event Date
Event Location

Online – Los Angeles County Library
Los Angeles, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0522342, -118.2436849

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10388972
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MUSEUM FREE DAYS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
SoCal Museums is dedicated to showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural landscape of Southern California. SoCal Museums presents a diverse assortment of museums, reflecting the unique character of Southern California itself. Whether it’s art, natural history, science, or culture, there’s something for everyone, and you can find out which museums are free today.
Website Link
socalmuseums.org/free-days
Event Date
Event Location

Various locations around Los Angeles
United States

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10383361
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The Blank Theatre presents the 33rd annual Young Playwrights Festival

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Each summer, The Blank Theatre produces the 12 best plays by playwrights ages 9 to 19, chosen from a nationwide competition. In the past 32 years, the Blank Theatre has produced 381 plays by these young writers. Nowhere else in the nation can young playwrights receive the prize of seeing their vision come to life on stage in a professional production featuring known actors from film, television and theatre. The Young Playwrights Festival begins Wednesday, July 10, 2025 and runs through Sunday, August 3, 2025 at the Skylight Theater. Please reserve your FREE tickets at theblank.com/ypftickets. Image removed. Image removed.
Website Link
https://www.theblank.com/ypf
Event Date
-
Event Location

Skylight Theatre
1816 1/2 Vermont Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1042084, -118.2915706

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
213-761-7061
Event ID
144009
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LA Wildfire Tickets – for the Geffen Playhouse

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
 Geffen Playhouse offers complimentary tickets to firefighters, first responders, and individuals impacted by wildfires for performances in the 2024/2025 season. This initiative aims to provide a night of entertainment and respite to those affected. Eligible individuals can reserve tickets for the upcoming show, “The Reservoir” (June 18 – July 20, 2025).  
Website Link
geffenplayhouse.org/tickets/discounted-tickets/wildfire-tickets/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Geffen Playhouse
10886 Le Conte Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0635118, -118.4443932

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Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Complimentary tickets to firefighters, first responders,
Contact Phone
310.208.5454
Event ID
10390233
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Shakespeare by the Sea – As You Like It and Julius Ceasar

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This summer, Shakespeare by the Sea will transport audiences from the lush Forest of Arden to the intrigue of Ancient Rome with two of Shakespeare’s most famous plays.   As You Like It Banished from home, Rosalind flees to the Forest of Arden with friends, discovering freedom, love, and her truest self in Shakespeare’s uplifting comedy of transformation and new beginnings. Julius Caesar Loyalties are tested in Shakespeare’s exploration of the definition of honor, the agony of decision, and the cost of crossing to the point of no return.
Website Link
shakespearebythesea.org/wp/locations/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Valley Park
2521 Valley Dr
Hermosa Beach, 90254
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.8732919, -118.3997177

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
(310) 318-0280
Event ID
10390187
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Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Theater under the stars! This summer the fully staged productions of Love’s Labour’s Lost (Shakespeare) and Doctor Faustus ( Marlowe) is presented by the stellar classical actors of Independent Shakespeare Co. Broadway World says “ISC delivers a rousing good time whenever they strut their stuff!” Pack a picnic, grab your friends and family by the hand and meet us in the iconic Old Zoo in Griffith Park. Performances are free and open to the public!

Show times:

  • Love’s Labour’s Lost  Wednesdays through Sundays, from June 25 to July 27, at 7:00 p.m.(No performance July 4th).
  • Doctor Faustus Wednesdays through Sundays, from August 6 to August 31, at 7:00 p.m.
To learn more about the two plays, the cast, and to volunteer, visit indieshakes.org/. Image removed.Jacqueline Misaye and Brent Charles. Photo Mike Ditz. Image removed.Isaac Ybarra and David Melville. Photo: Mike Ditz.  
Website Link
iscla.org
Event Date
-
Event Location

Old Zoo in Griffith Park
4730 Crystal Springs Dr
Los Angeles, CA 90027
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.145026, -118.2937784

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10389075
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PARKS AFTER DARK MOVIES AND CONCERTS

Event Type
Dance
Culture & Community
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Film
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Parks After Dark returns for summer with activities at 34 Los Angeles County parks. Bring your family and friends to an LA County Parks location for summer concerts, movie nights, and various free programs.
Website Link
parks.lacounty.gov/pad
Event Date
-
Event Location

Los Angeles County Parks
Los Angeles
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0549076, -118.242643

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10390860
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Latin Jazz Sessions

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description

Join the weekly Latin Jazz Sessions, led by Matthew Hernandez, for an introduction to various Latin music styles, including cha-cha, boleros, salsa, cumbia, and merengue. Open to all ages, these sessions provide sheet music and drumming pattern worksheets. No prior musical experience is necessary, and instruments are available for use.

Website Link
artintheparkla.org/event/latin-jazz-sessions-54/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Art in the Park
5568 Via Marisol Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90042
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1048451, -118.1882138

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
(323) 397-5718
Event ID
10383174
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Tech TryOut Cart

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The Tech TryOut Cart will display a selection of devices Android, Windows, and iOS devices for patron to try out. You can also bring your own smartphone or tablet for hands-on help with the library’s e-media services.
Website Link
https://lapl.org/whats-on/events/tech-tryout-cart-4
Event Date
-
Event Location

Harbor City – Harbor Gateway Branch Library
24000 S. Western
Los Angeles, CA 90710
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.8069475, -118.3073126

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
310.534.9520
Event ID
10355354
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Free