We look ahead at the week's best concerts, comedy shows, dinners, art shows and more.
Monday
Walt Disney Concert Hall, 8pm, $41-$105
Close out the LA Phil's celebration of Icelandic music with a concert from composer Jóhann Jóhannsson, along with Valgeir Sigurðsson, Nico Muhly and Sam Amidon.
The Virgil, 8pm, $5
The adorably cracked Kristen Schaal and puppy-hugger Kurt Braunohler host their variety show, Hot Tub, every Monday night at the Virgil.
Tuesday
The Second City, 8pm, $10
The British-American sketch duo serves sharp wit and lightning-quick sketch comedy at its regular show.
UCB Franklin, 8pm, $7
Badass-adorable duo Cameron Esposito and Rhea Butcher co-host this stand-up showcase every Tuesday at UCB Franklin.
Wednesday
Grand Park, 9am–2pm, free
Celebrate Earth Day at Grand Park, the Music Center and DWP with green living demos and activities—plus a free tree giveaway.
UCB Franklin, 8pm, $7
Former Portlanders Ian Karmel and Andrew Michaan host this impeccably curated stand-up show, with Ron Funches, Adam Newman, Claire Mulaney and David Dineen-Porter.
Thursday
Royce Hall, 8pm, $12
Celebrate mankind's most physical artform with an opening night selection of international dance short films.
UCB Franklin, 4:20pm, $5
Both UCB Franklin and Sunset celebrate the stoner holiday, starting with Matt Besser's 420 Show at—you guessed it—4:20pm and continuing with comedy sets throughout the evening.
Grammy Museum, 7:30pm, $15
Watch the premiere of a star-studded tribute concert to Big Star with a presentation from the concert film's director.
Greek Theatre, 6pm, $29.50-$150
Surely it's just a coincidence that this show from the two cannabis-obsessed MCs is on 4/20, right?
Friday
The Theatre at Ace Hotel, 1pm, free; 7:30pm, $25
Partake in a full day of positive climate action, starting with a free panel discussion and ending with a concert from Deerhoof, Weyes Blood and SOPHIE.
Union Station, 8:30pm, free
Join humorist and Americana ambassador Charles Phoenix as he frames through this slide show of L.A.'s undiscovered, underrated and misunderstood mid-century gems.
The Autry Museum in Griffith Park, 6–11pm, $5
Head to the return of this monthly market, a nighttime dance party, happy hour and shopping extravaganza.