By Hannah George By Hannah George | February 21, 2024 | Events Calendar, Lifestyle, Date Night, Calendar, Events, Lifestyle Feature, Culture Feature, Entertainment, Community, Apple News, City Life, Guides,
L.A. is warming up with posh performances, philanthropic events, award ceremonies and so much more.
Madonna will take on the Kia Forum this March for The Celebration Tour; PHOTO BY RICARDO GOMES
2/27-5/19
BLOOD: MEDIEVAL/MODERN
One word with many connotations, blood has been both a fascination and a repulsion throughout history. On display until mid-May, this exhibition explores the complex world of the life-giving substance and what it represents to artists across the globe. Getty Center, Brentwood, getty.edu
“The Execution of Philotas" Master of the Jardin de Vertueuse consolation and assistant (about 1470-1475; tempera colors, gold leaf, gold paint and ink on parchment); Photo courtesy of Getty Center
3/4,5,7
MADONNA: THE CELEBRATION TOUR
Watch America’s queen of pop journey through four decades of radio hits in her stunning performance. On the latter half of The Celebration Tour, Madonna will take on the Kia Forum with a variety of fan favorites from “Vogue” to “Like A Prayer.” 8:30 p.m., The Kia Forum, Inglewood, madonna.com
3/10
96TH ACADEMY AWARDS
Award season is in full effect. At this year’s 96th Annual Academy Awards, watch Hollywood’s best motion pictures win in various categories—with films like Maestro, Oppenheimer, Barbie, Poor Things and more in the running. Dolby Theatre, Hollywood, oscars.org
3/13-15
BAD BUNNY MOST WANTED TOUR
This world-renowned rap and reggaeton artist is making a much-anticipated stop in L.A. for three incredible nights. On his fifth concert tour, Bad Bunny will bring the heat with the latest hits from his studio album, Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana. 8 p.m., Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, mostwantedtour.com
3/16
25TH ANNUAL DISCOVERY BALL
Gathering Angelenos in the business community and beyond, this momentous event will help sustain educational advancements at the Science Center. This black-tie gala highlights the works of Leonardo Da Vinci with a 30-piece exhibition and two authentic pages from his 14th-century notebook Codex Atlanticus. California Science Center, Los Angeles, californiasciencecenter.com
3/15-17
2024 LOS ANGELES MARATHON
The Los Angeles Marathon presented by ASICS is up and running for its 39th year—sounding off at Dodger Stadium. Check-in on the first day for bib pickups and a health expo full of goodies before enduring the race of a lifetime in support of The McCourt Foundation. Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, mccourtfoundation.org
3/17
JEREMY JORDAN
For one night only, TONY-nominated superstar Jeremy Jordan is taking the stage with pianist Nathan Patten, performing vocals from Broadway favorites, including Newsies, Smash, Little Shop of Horrors and many more. 7 p.m., Wallis Annenberg Center of Performing Arts, Beverly Hills, thewallis.org
Jeremy Jordan at The Wallis; Photo by Stephanie Diani
3/20
AARP WOMEN WHO SHINE GALA
Brought to you by the Women’s Business Network for a second year, the Women Who Shine Gala is gracing the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills with two keynote speakers, Jamie Kern Lima and Candace Nelson. Enjoy an evening of programming throughout the hotel—with part of ticket sales sponsoring Girls Inc. of Los Angeles. 5 p.m., Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, members. beverlyhillschamber.com
3/26-27
DANCING WITH THE STARS: LIVE!
Dancing With the Stars is heating up Hollywood with a brand-new live production featuring the lauded TV show dancers Brandon Armstrong and Rylee Arnold, who will light up the night with poise and athleticism alongside special guests Julianne Hough and Harry Jowsey. 8 p.m., Pantages Theater, Hollywood, broadwayinhollywood.com
3/30
L.A. INTERSECTIONS
L.A. Intersections—where art meets music—is back at The Broad for part two of its festival series, welcoming punk, jazz and spoken word from celebrated artists who continue to shape our city’s landscape. Catch musical performances from Medusa the Gangsta Goddess and readings from 2022 Pulitzer Prize finalists Will Alexander and Jerry Stahl. 8 p.m., the Broad, DTLA, thebroad.org
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