Barnsdall Gallery News Today

April is a stellar month for celebrating native plants, from wildflower hunting (when they arrive) to the Los Angeles Times' Festival of Books, plus lots of plant activities.

Black horror is having a big moment. A critic who profiled its pioneer, Tananarive Due, reflects on the booming genre — and other books highlights of the week.

Don't blow past this impressive showdown: Pro whistlers will gather for a quirky contest that boasts real vibes.

'I'm a Virgo's' production designer breaks down the show's use of architecture. Plus, a dance residency born of the pandemic, in our arts newsletter.

The Ghost Light Residency began in 2021 to give artists of color space in empty venues to create new work. Two years later, its growth continues to foster artists' growth without restrictions in vacant theaters.

End the week with a night at the zoo. Attend a house party at a museum. Bring the family to the Getty to learn about diversions and play during the Middle Ages.

The Hand Habits have shared a lyric video for its lead single 'Something Wrong.' They have announced a west coast North America summer tour that includes shows in Los Angeles and San Francisco. They will also be playing a previously announced show with Tegan & Sara in the spring as well as festival plays at Hipnic and Pop Montreal.

Meg Duffy has announced a new project called Sugar The Bruise featuring songs that were inspired by a songwriting class that Duffy taught in summer 2021, a few months before releasing the most recent Hand Habits album Fun House. Duffy worked on the album with producers Luke Temple and Philip Weinrobe. “For Sugar The Bruise, I had no plan other than to let my mind go blank, and lean into the playful side of things,” Duffy said. “To laugh a little, to lighten up, to shift the foc...

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