Fun things to do in SoCal this week

Compagnie Hervé Koubi: Sol Invictus. | Photo by Mélanie Lhôte

Compagnie Hervé Koubi: Sol Invictus

Feb. 19–21, 2026
Bram Goldsmith Theater at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills

Performance Times:

  • Thursday, Feb. 19 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Friday, Feb. 20 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb. 21 | 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: Starting at $42.90
thewallis.org | (310) 746-4000

Internationally acclaimed Compagnie Hervé Koubi makes its Los Angeles debut with Sol Invictus, a powerful and visually stunning dance work celebrating human connection and shared humanity. Featuring 15 virtuosic dancers from across the Mediterranean, the performance blends contemporary dance, hip-hop, and martial arts into a gravity-defying spectacle set to a cinematic score by Mikael Karlsson, Maxime Bodson, and Steve Reich. Directed by French-Algerian choreographer Hervé Koubi, Sol Invictus is a high-energy, deeply poetic exploration of light, unity, and resilience.

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change

Feb. 20 – March 8, 2026
International City Theatre (Beverly O’Neill Theater)
330 E. Seaside Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Tickets: $44–$59

  • Preview (Feb. 19): $44
  • Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays: $56
  • Sunday matinees & Opening Night (Feb. 20): $59 (Opening Night includes post-show reception)

internationalcitytheatre.org | (562) 436-4610

International City Theatre opens its 41st season with the beloved musical comedy revue I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change. This fast-paced, laugh-out-loud show explores modern love in all its forms—from first dates and awkward moments to marriage and long-term commitment. Featuring four performers portraying over 40 characters, the production delivers a witty, heartfelt look at relationships that’s funny, relatable, and universally resonant.

Music at the Odyssey. | Photo by Cooper Bates

The Poetry in Music

Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at 8 p.m.
Odyssey Theatre
2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90025

Tickets: $30 (+ $3 credit card fee)
odysseytheatre.com | (310) 477-2055 ext. 2

Music at the Odyssey presents The Poetry in Music, a one-night-only performance led by series curator and music director John Snow. This all-star concert explores the rich intersection of poetry and music through works by John Coltrane, Joni Mitchell, Patti Smith, Langston Hughes, Hoagy Carmichael, Bob Dylan, and more. The evening features a dynamic lineup of vocalists, actors, and musicians in an intimate live setting.

Parking: Free on-site parking lot and street parking available.

Every Child Sings: Los Angeles Children’s Chorus 40th Anniversary Benefit Concert

Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 | 7 p.m.
Zipper Concert Hall at Colburn School
200 S. Grand Ave., Downtown Los Angeles

Tickets:

  • $90 concert tickets
  • $600 sponsor tickets (includes 5 p.m. pre-concert dinner at Vespaio)
  • $25 livestream tickets

Tickets & info: lachildrenschorus.org | (626) 793-4231 x118

Los Angeles Children’s Chorus launches its 40th anniversary season with Every Child Sings, a special benefit concert featuring more than 200 young singers across six LACC ensembles, including the Alumni Celebration Choir and LACC@HOLA. The evening showcases a wide-ranging repertoire of contemporary and classic choral works, culminating in the beloved anthem “Here’s to Song.” Proceeds support LACC’s award-winning music education programs and need-based scholarships, helping ensure access to choral music for children throughout Southern California.

The Groundlings

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 | 7:30 p.m.
Musco Center for the Arts
Chapman University, Orange, CA

Tickets: muscocenter.org

Say “yes, and” to a night of unforgettable laughs as legendary improv and sketch comedy troupe The Groundlings take the stage. For nearly 50 years, this iconic Los Angeles company has launched comedy greats like Will Ferrell, Melissa McCarthy, Jennifer Coolidge, and Kristen Wiig. Known for bold characters, fast-paced improv, and outrageous humor, The Groundlings promise a high-energy evening packed with big laughs and comedic surprises.

Flashback Fun Series: 6 Disney Classics in 6 Days

Feb. 24 – March 1, 2026 | Showtimes vary
El Capitan Theatre
6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA

Tickets: $5–$10 (reserved seating)
elcapitantheatre.com

Enjoy six beloved films back on the big screen during this limited-run classic movie celebration featuring Muppet Treasure Island, The Aristocats, Dumbo, The Rescuers, Bolt, and Oliver and Company — each screening for one day only.

Schedule Highlights:

  • Feb. 24 — Muppet Treasure Island (1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m.)* — $5 Tuesday special
  • Feb. 25–27 — The Aristocats, Dumbo, The Rescuers (1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m.)*
  • Feb 28 — Bolt (10 a.m., 7 p.m.)*
  • March 1 — Oliver and Company (10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m.)*

*Showtimes subject to change

Photo courtesy of © 2026 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

Pictograms: Iconic Japanese Designs

Feb. 12 – May 3, 2026
JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles – Gallery Level 2
6801 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles

Hours:
Mon–Fri: 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sat–Sun: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
(Closed during Academy Awards ceremony weekend)

Admission: Free
japanhousela.com

This interactive exhibition explores the artistry and global impact of Japanese pictograms, tracing their evolution from ancient kanji to modern emoji. Curated and designed by Nippon Design Center—the creators of the iconic 1964 Tokyo Olympic pictograms—the show features immersive installations, hands-on design activities, and a special student project highlighting locally inspired pictograms. Through playful visuals and thoughtful design, the exhibition reveals how symbols shape communication across cultures.

Candlelight: The Best of Bridgerton on Strings

Various dates, February – April 2026 | Times vary
Immanuel Presbyterian Church
3300 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Tickets: feverup.com

Step into the world of Regency-era romance with Candlelight: The Best of Bridgerton on Strings, a magical live concert experience illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight. Performed by a talented string ensemble, this elegant evening features beloved music from Shondaland’s hit Netflix series Bridgerton, reimagined in a classical style for an intimate and atmospheric setting.

Additional Info:

  • Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 minutes prior)
  • Ages 8+ (under 16 must be accompanied by an adult)
  • Seating is assigned by zone, first come within each section

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