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David Byrne performs at LA's Dolby Theatre during the North American leg of his "Who Is the Sky?" tour.
David Byrne performs at LA's Dolby Theatre during the North American leg of his "Who Is the Sky?" tour.
Music
‘Who Is the Sky?’: David Byrne brings his electric act to the stage to figure it out
Karan Singh Nov 26, 2025 0

David Byrne's "Who Is the Sky?" tour proves he's still got it, blending Talking Heads hits with new material and…

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"Maldoror" (2025) by Jill Mulleady.
"Maldoror" (2025) by Jill Mulleady.
Art
‘Horror’ at Sprüth Magers asks: What are you really afraid of?
Karan Singh Nov 21, 2025 0

By Karan Singh Between the dreams and nightmares (Gatorade commercial auditions and raging wildfires, to name a few) that make…

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Shepard Fairey.
Shepard Fairey.
Art
Punk flyers to presidential campaigns: Shepard Fairey still believes in the power of the poster
Karan Singh Nov 16, 2025 0

Obama 'Hope' artist Shepard Fairey unveils 'OUT OF PRINT,' an exhibition of 400 screen prints exploring politics, pop culture, and…

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Exterior view of the Studio Museum in Harlem's new building, 2025. Courtesy Studio Museum in Harlem. Photo: Albert Vecerka/Esto.
Exterior view of the Studio Museum in Harlem's new building, 2025. Courtesy Studio Museum in Harlem. Photo: Albert Vecerka/Esto.
Art
The Studio Museum in Harlem opens a new home, featuring Tom Lloyd and neighborhood soul
Matthew Wexler Nov 7, 2025 0

After 7 years away, Studio Museum reclaims its Harlem corner with bold new digs. The capital of Black America gets…

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MONUMENTS exhibit at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and The Brick.
MONUMENTS exhibit at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and The Brick.
Art
In Downtown LA, MOCA’s ‘MONUMENTS’ turns America’s toppled past into urgent art
Karan Singh Nov 5, 2025 0

Downtown LA's MOCA hosts decommissioned statues alongside new works. "MONUMENTS" asks: Who deserves to be remembered, and who deserves to…

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"Cats and Dogs" by Stephanie H. Shih.
"Cats and Dogs" by Stephanie H. Shih.
Art
In ‘Living Here,’ 26 artists refuse to be your model minority
Matthew Wexler Oct 25, 2025 0

"Living Here" at UNLV refuses monolithic Asian narratives, where 26 artists explore identity and what it means to belong in…

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(l-r) "Here's To Life," Al Johnson; "Oracle," Sanford Biggers; "Fiori di Como," Dale Chihuly.
(l-r) "Here's To Life," Al Johnson; "Oracle," Sanford Biggers; "Fiori di Como," Dale Chihuly.
Art
The Las Vegas Strip’s secret art scene hides in plain sight—if you know where to look
Matthew Wexler Oct 24, 2025 0

Skip the casino losses and high-priced museum admission. Las Vegas hotels feature world-class art from Dale Chihuly, Sanford Biggers, and…

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RuPaul's Drag Race LIVE
RuPaul's Drag Race LIVE
Culture
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race LIVE’ proves drag’s mainstream moment is revolutionary
Matthew Wexler Oct 22, 2025 0

RuPaul's empire thrives at Flamingo Las Vegas with "Drag Race LIVE," where Asia O'Hara hosts a joyful celebration of drag…

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Meow Wolf's Omega Mart.
Meow Wolf's Omega Mart.
Culture
Walk into a fridge, exit Vegas: Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart turns shopping into trippy immersive art
Matthew Wexler Oct 21, 2025 0

Explore Meow Wolf's Omega Mart: Vegas' trippy grocery store where escape room vibes meet satirical genius. Walk through the fridge.…

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"The Wizard of Oz" at Sphere. Photo provided.
"The Wizard of Oz" at Sphere. Photo provided.
Culture
Dorothy gets an AI makeover for Sphere’s supersized ‘Wizard of Oz’
Matthew Wexler Oct 20, 2025 0

Dorothy goes digital in Sphere's ambitious reimagining of "The Wizard of Oz." Spoiler: the tornado steals the show.

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Collage of regional theater productions, May 2026
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Tony Danza in "Broken Snow."
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Brendan Hunt in "The Movement You Need."
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