LA Weekly Things To Do: International Antiquarian Book Fair + More

Cirque du Soleil VOLTA is a captivating voyage of discovery that showcases never-before-seen under the Big Top acrobatics in a visually striking world. Driven by a stirring melodic score and inspired by the adventurous spirit of street sports, VOLTA is a story of transformation. VOLTA is now playing under the Big Top at Dodger Stadium through March 8 and opens under the Big Top at the OC Fair & Event Center on Mar 18. Tickets on sale now!

The Wallis and LA-based Four Larks present a World Premiere production of Frankenstein, an exuberant amalgamation of dynamic physical theatre, live music and experiential design bringing Mary Shelley’s classic gothic tale to life in a modern take that spotlights the dangers of unregulated technology. Sourced predominantly after Shelley’s novel in conjunction with its 200th anniversary, the production awakens new questions about moral responsibility for each generation.

PaleyFest LA returns to the Dolby Theater March 13-22! The premier television festival features screenings and discussions with the casts and creative teams from today hottest television shows. Get all the behind-the-scenes scoops on Schitt’s Creek, The Mandalorian, The Boys, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Ozark, Dead to Me, Star Trek: Picard, Modern Family, NCIS, Outlander, One Day at a Time, and the legendary Dolly Parton! Tickets are now on sale. For more information including how to purchase tickets, please visit paleyfest.org.

What will you create in 2020? Take an evening or weekend Extension class this winter/spring at Otis College of Art and Design and learn a new skill or pursue a new career with one of ten certificate programs including fine arts, photography, interior design, and fashion. Or enroll your children in a weekend workshop. Register now.

Felix LA, the contemporary art fair reimagining the fair experience, returns to the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel this February 13-16. Peruse art from 60 exhibitors in the hotel’s suites, lobbies and bungalows, chat with artists and their dealers, or take a break and lounge by the David Hockney pool. Get your tickets now!

American Youth Symphony and LA Phil present Sounds About Town with a WORLD PREMIERE from Emmy-Award winning composer, Kris Bowers. Bowers’ violin concerto, For a Younger Self, is performed by violin virtuoso, Charles Yang which the Boston Globe claims, “plays violin with the charisma of a Rockstar.” Join AYS and LA Phil at Walt Disney Concert Hall on Saturday, Feb. 8th at 2:00 PM!

We’re pushing the limits of basketball and having even more fun. Don’t miss the one and only Harlem Globetrotters in an all-new tour. There will be new high-flying dunks, hilarious stunts, a new record-breaking attempt and unforgettable family moments. See the Pushing The Limits World Tour live.

Come celebrate the music, message and legacy of Bob Marley live in a state-of-the-art 360 Dome theater. The evening will feature Live Reggae, Sound Healing, a Rasta Healing Dome, Ecstatic Dance, Vegan Food & Jah Vendors!

Journey into the magical realms of virtual reality, iconic musical art and 3-D sound for the mind-bending debut of Think:EXP’s new live immersive concert, Dark Side of The Dome. Experience Pink Floyd’s classic Dark Side Of The Moon album performed live from beginning to end with 360-degree custom Pink Floyd inspired visuals projected in a huge VR Dome Theater. Dark Side of the Dome is performed by an all-star band featuring members of Pink Floyd, Jane’s Addiction, The Hendrix Experience, and Kid Rock at the exciting Wisdome.LA

Immersive Art Park in DTLA Arts District.

Join +500 Dead Heads for two nights of pure bliss – A Special Immersive Valentine’s Day exploration of the music and art of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead featuring an All-Star cast! Experience the mythical Grateful Dead Album “Infrared Roses” performed live from beginning to end by an all-star cast including original producer Bob Bralove, plus Grateful Dead core family members Tom Constanten, Steve Kimock, George Porter Jr., Wally Ingram and Papa Mali on vocals.

Renowned L.A. based artist, Aaron Axelrod, takes over Wisdome LA for the highly anticipated Melting Rainbows visual art show live in 360. A contemporary psychedelic experience featuring your favorite bunny’s mind-melding live art dome show and exhibit. This critically acclaimed artist is “The Future of L.A.’S art scene.” Melting Rainbows is a multi-faceted art project conceived by visual artist Aaron Axelrod. It is part performance art, part video art, and part photography. Created out of the vacuum in the artists practice to not only create in the solitude and loneliness of a studio setting, but to feed off of energy of a crowd!

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the LA Art Show from February 5th to 9th at the LA Convention Center. Explore modern and contemporary art from over 123 galleries from 20 countries. The new European Pavilion will illuminate the profound influence of art movements from Spain, Italy, and the UK, while DIVERSEartLA returns once again with local institutions such as LACMA and The Broad. Join over 70,000 attendees in this unique experience!

It’s time, LA! Fulfill your inner desires for dumplings at Los Angeles’ first ever immersive Dumpling Pop-up Experience, only at ROW DTLA. Dumpling & Associates is an extraordinary interactive exhibit where you’ll experience 15 rooms of multi-sensory installations that merge tradition, culture, design, optimism and… Dumplings! Experience the next great wave of LA’s foodie scene with the Dumpling & Associates Pop-up Museum. But hurry, these tickets will go faster than you can say, “Ni Hao!”

Enter to win a $200 gift card from long beach’s best vintage and antique warehouse!

The all new Castaway is So Cal’s most provocative and exciting restaurant and special events property. From the meat dry-aging room, floor-to-ceiling wine cellar, charcuterie station, to the breath-taking views of the valley and Los Angeles, Castaway is an iconic destination. In partnership with the LA Weekly, one lucky winner will receive a $200 gift card. Sign up to win!