LAUGH: Stand Up for KCRW

On Monday, March 30th, hit the town and laugh at Stand Up for KCRW! Join host J.F. Harris at The Comedy Store for a night of comedy to benefit KCRW. He’s put together a killer lineup you won’t want to miss — Dan Levy, Irene Tu, Jenny Zigrino, and Shapel Lacey. All ticket proceeds will directly support public radio and unlock one year of KCRW Membership.

GO: KCRW School Night at The Airliner

Make your way to The Airliner in Lincoln Heights this Tuesday, March 24th to experience the new sounds of School Night featuring live performances from Steven Bamidele, Valley Boy, The Vices (Solo Set). Admission is FREE with your RSVP, so there’s no reason not to get to know these up-and-coming musicians.

EAT: Vegan Street Fair Los Angeles

Leave your judgement at the door, all are welcome at the world's largest vegan festival this weekend, March 28th–29th. It’s FREE general admission and family and dog friendly, so bring the crew to experience over 100 plant-based food vendors, sustainable brands making their mark in the industry, and live entertainment playing tunes just for you, all in the heart of LA.

HEAR: A.S. Hamrah in Conversation with Carlos Valladares

If you’re wondering what’s going on with the film industry in Los Angeles and beyond, this conversation on Tuesday, March 24th with A.S. Hamrah and curator Carlos Valladares about Hamrah’s two recently published books — Last Week in End Times Cinema and Algorithm of the Night — and the current state of cinema is a must-attend. Last Week in End Times Cinema collates “the worst, most inane, most apocalyptic reports from Hollywood — chronicling exactly one year of an industry in decline. Algorithm of the Night covers the Trump and Covid years, analyzing the film industry’s crisis and cultural shifts through sharp, witty, and politically aware criticism.

SEE: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

From March 25th to 29th, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to The Music Center with two programs that honor its legacy and highlight its evolution, featuring bold new choreography and the enduring masterpiece Revelations. The company revolutionized modern dance, centering Black culture and storytelling on stages throughout the world, while transcending boundaries of race, faith, and nationality with its universal humanity.

Right now, KCRW members get a 20% discount on select seats for the 7:30 PM shows on March 26th, 27th, and 29th. Check the member tab in the KCRW app for all the details. Not a member? Donate today so you always have access to all these perks!