Thursday, April 2
Inspired sculptors
An artists’ talk and walk-through with sculptors Michael Todd, Kristan Marvell, and Nicholette Kominos, in connection with the current “Ties to Modernism” show, takes place at 7:30 p.m. at South Bay Contemporary, at The Loft, 401 S. Mesa St., third floor, San Pedro. It’s during the First Thursday Art Walk, so there’s a lot more to see in the area. (310) 429-0973 or go to southbaycontemporary.com.
Dancing up a storm
The Spring Advanced Dance Concert takes place at 1 p.m. in the Campus Theatre at El Camino College, Crenshaw and Redondo Beach boulevards, Torrance. Professor- and guest-choreographed pieces to be performed by the school’s advanced dance students. One highlight is the American College Dance Festival piece choreographed by ECC dance instructor Liz Hoefner Adamis. Tickets, $15. Call (310) 329-5345 or go to centerforthearts.org.
Olympian meals
If you dine at local Hermosa restaurants throughout April you may be supporting Special Olympics Host Town Hermosa. For example, Hot’s Kitchen (844 Hermosa Ave.) has a special hamburger to celebrate Special Olympic athletes, with proceeds donated in your honor. Also, sprint down to American Junkie (68 Pier Ave.) to try their Belgian Waffles (proceeds donated, etc.). For additions/updates, go to la2015.org/host-town/hermosa-beach or facebook.com/HTHermosaBeach.
Friday, April 3
Ethereal music
The Chancel Choir of The Rolling Hills United Church and The Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles, under the direction of Charles Dickerson, present the “Requiem” of Karl Jenkins, as well as other selections inspired by Good Friday, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolling Hills United Methodist Church, 26438 Crenshaw Blvd., Rolling Hills Estates. Free. (310) 377-6771 or go to RHUMC.org.
Midday serenade
Organist Kent Eggert performs a recital inspired by Good Friday at 12:15 p.m. in the First Lutheran Church, 2900 W. Carson St., Torrance. Free; donations accepted. (310) 316-8874 or go to PalosVerdes.com/ClassicalCrossroads/.
How the other half plays
The North Torrance Youth Musicians Ensemble performs at 7 p.m. in the James Armstrong, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Tickets, $10; $5. Call (310) 781-7171,
Pillar to post-medium
This is the last week (through April 8) to see “Post-Medium,” the four-person art show at the Manhattan Beach Art Center that features new work by Walpa D’Mark, David Festa, Rema Ghuloum, and Ana Rodriguez. Located at 1560 Manhattan Beach Blvd., MB.(310) 802-5440 or go to citymb.info.
Saturday, April 4
The power and the passion
“Rock Show: 30 Years of Rock Images by Don Adkins” has its opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Frame & Art Dept., 950 Aviation Blvd., Hermosa Beach. Gallery hours, Monday to Saturday from 12 noon to 6 and Sunday from 12 noon to 3 p.m. Through April 12. Call (310) 374-6900 or go to frameandartdept.com or to donadkinsphoto.com.
A real hang-up
Giant Steps Community presents “The Crucifixion” at 4 p.m. in the James Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Tickets, $25. Call (310) 781-7171.
Outsider looking in
“Non-Native” is a compilation of 30 images from photographer Ingrid Dietrich, and they will be on display at the Croatian Center, 510 W. Seventh St., San Pedro. Reception Saturday, April 4, at 7 p.m. (free parking after 6 p.m.). Through April. More at mobilestudio.us or call (213) 915-7705.
Rabbit stew
Just in time for Easter, you can have “breakfast and a visit with the bunny” from 9 a.m. to 12 noon in the Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. BTW, breakfast is from 9 to 9:30, with limited seating. Features a holiday puppet show from Jim Gamble Productions. No strollers or baby carriers inside. Children 10 years of age and under must be accompanied by a paid (and sober) adult. Tickets, $20. Phone-in and walk-in registration takes place at the Registration Office, located in the West Annex of City Hall or online at ClassSchedule.TorranceCA.Gov. Or pick up the phone: (310) 781-2720.
Sunday, April 5
Keeping tradition alive
“Haru Utamatsuri,” presented by the Pasadena Nikkei Seniors, Inc., takes place at 1 p.m. in the James Armstrong Theatre,3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance. Tickets, $25. Call (310) 781-7171.
Tuesday, April 7
What’s shiny and polished?
The Dallas Brass, of course. Founded by Michael Levine in 1983, the group’s repertoire ranges from Dixieland and swing to Broadway and classical masterpieces. They perform at 7:30 p.m. in the Redondo Union High School Auditorium, Pacific Coast Hwy. and Diamond St., Redondo Beach. Tickets, $20. Call (310) 326-8184.
