Friday, May 13
Laugh lines
The improvisational comedy troupe Jump Start improvises funny scenes using audience suggestions, and they’re performing at 8 p.m. in the Second Story Theatre, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. Tickets, $15. Are you under 12? Your ticket is just $5. More at JumpStartImprov.com.
Climbing the ropes
Harold Lloyd stars in the 1924 silent film, “The Freshman,” screening at 8:15 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, as well as 2:30 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, in the Old Town Music Hall, 140 Richmond St., El Segundo. It will be accompanied live on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theater Pipe Organ. Tickets, $10 general; $8 seniors. (310) 322-2592 or go to OldTownMusicHall.org.
Now she’s awake
The Peninsula School of Performing Arts presents a full-length production of the ballet “Sleeping Beauty,” based on the fairy tale by Perrault with music by Tchaikovsky, and choreographed and directed by Tita Boulger and Vera Ninkovic. Friday at 7, plus Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Norris Theatre, 27570 Norris Center Drive, Rolling Hills Estates. Tickets, $28 adults and $20 students 17 and under. (310) 544-0403.
50 years later…
“Clybourne Park,” written by Bruce Norris, winner of the 2011 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2012 Tony Award for Best Play, was written as a companion piece to “A Raisin in the Sun,” and it opens at 8 p.m. in the Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Westchester. Performances, Friday and Saturday at 8 and Sunday at 2 p.m., through June 18. Tickets, $20, less $2 for seniors and students. (310) 645-5156 or go to kentwoodplayers.org.
Pure energy
“Spring Spectacular,” presented by the City of Torrance Dance and Drill Team, takes place at 7 p.m. in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. The event features girls who have competed and performed in parades, competitions, and shows. Tickets, $11; $9. Call (310) 781-7171.
Saturday, May 14
Do you believe in magic?
“Stars of Magic,” hosted by Sisuepahn Phila (of Brian Gillis and Sisuepahn), is being presented at 2 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month at the Second Story Theatre, 710 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach. New acts each time. Tickets, $15 adults; $10 seniors and kids 12 and under. (310) 971-5335 or email ladyofmagic7@gmail.com.
Riding with the King
“Bling, Swing, and the King,” with Graceband, presented by the L.A. South Towns Show Chorus, takes place at 7:30 p.m. in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. This is the only 12-piece Elvis tribute band. Tickets, $25. Call (310) 781-7171 or go to lasouthtowns.org.
See it and weep
Presented by L.A. Opera and the Torrance Public Library, an opera talk about Puccini’s “La Bohème” (opening soon at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion), takes place at 2 p.m. in the community meeting room of the Katy Geissert Civic Center Library, 3301 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. (310) 618-5959 or go to Library.TorranceCa.gov.
Looks good on your wall
The “MoLAA at Twenty Gala & Art Auction” takes place at the Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with cocktails and a silent auction, then the live art auction at 7, dinner and program at 8, and a performance by La Santa Cecilia at 9 p.m. Black tie attire for gala. Tickets start at $350. Advance tickets only. (310) 437-1689 or go to molaa.org.
You’re still kicking
The 17th Annual Senior Faire takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Ken Miller Recreation Center, 3341 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. Free. Art and crafts, entertainment, and health information.
Jump into their shoes
The Kentwood Players are holding auditions Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday from 6 to 10 p.m. for “Olive and the Bitter Herbs,” the Charles Busch comedy, at the Westchester Playhouse, 8301 Hindry Ave., Westchester. Kirk Larson directs. Information at kentwoodplayers.org.
Sunday, May 15
Take us for a ride
David Benoit unveils his newest composition, “Bikeride,” at 7 p.m. in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, performed with the Asia America Youth Symphony. Also on the program are works by Mendelssohn and Elgar (with cellist Justin Cheung), plus the jazz classic “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy,” penned by Joe Zawinul, with drum soloist Vinnie Aguas. Information and tickets at (310) 377-8977 or go to aasymphony.org.
Monday, May 16
Easy on the eyes
“Keeping it Light,” with artwork by Deborah Giese, Linda Thompson, and Pat Hinz, goes on view Monday at the Promenade Gallery, 550 Deep Valley Road #159, Rolling Hills Estates. Reception on Saturday, May 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. (310) 265-2592 or go to artists-studio-pvac.com.
Tuesday, May 17
Budding musicians
The South High School Band presents its “South High Spring Concert” at 7 p.m. in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Features the SHS concert band, wind ensemble, and jazz bands. Tickets, $12. Call (310) 561-4350.
She’s getting there
Poet Samantha Jayne, author of “Quarter Life Poetry” (she’s 25 years old), reads and talks about her work at 7 p.m. in {pages}, 904 Manhattan Ave., Manhattan Beach. RSVPs appreciated. (310) 318-0900 or go to pagesabookstore.com.
Thursday, May 19
Voices in their hearts
Red Harmony, an a cappella choir, performs from 6 to 8 p.m. as part of the “Tunes at TAM,” in the Torrance Art Museum, 3320 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Suggested donation is $20. Call (310) 376-5577. ER
