Go Metro Weekends, Jan. 29th – Jan. 31st

This weekend we have a futuristic chamber ensemble remaking movie scores from the 70’s, a celebration of Los Angeles Art Deco heritage and a karate tournament – among other great things to do. Have an event you’d like us to include? Shoot us an email at thesource@metro.net. Time and space constraints limit us from listing every accessible event in this city, but this curated list represents what we think is cool and easy to get to.

To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, January 29th

Steve Horowitz and the Code Ensemble
The 14-member ensemble re-imagines the score to The Taking of Pelham One, Two, Three
Website: http://www.redcat.org/event/steve-horowitz-and-code-ensemble
Type: Music
When: Friday 8:30 p.m.; Saturday 8:30 p.m.
Price:
$20
Where: REDCAT Theater, 631 West 2nd Street
Nearby Rail: Red/Purple Line Civic Center Station

“The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly” Digitally Restored
The quintessential Western starring Clint Eastwood.
Website: http://bit.ly/8ZHI5T
Type: Film
When: 7:30 p.m.
Price: $11
Where: Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Boulevard
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station

Night Dive at Aquarium of the Pacific
Art, music, libations, and fish! Sounds like a party.
Website: http://www.aquariumofpacific.org/newsevents/eventsdetail/night_dive/
Type: Nightlife
When: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Price: $11.95
Where: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way
Nearby Rail: Blue Line Long Beach Transit Mall Station

Thornton School of Music presents Opera Scenes
A free concert featuring scenes from operas and musical theater.
Website: http://web-app.usc.edu/ws/eo2/calendar/69/event/871249
Type: Music
When: 7:00 p.m.
Price: FREE
Where: USC Thornton School of Music, 3616 Trousdale Parkway
Nearby Rail: Blue Line Grand Station (1.7 miles away, transfer to Metro Line 81 or 38)

Saturday, January 30th

Little Tokyo Walking Tour
Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with National Museum docents.
Website: http://www.janm.org/events/#30
Type: Cultural
When: 10:15 a.m.
Price:
$14
Where: Japanese American National Museum, 369 East First Street
Nearby Rail: Gold Line Little Tokyo/Arts District Station

Hollywood Forever Cemetery Walking Tour
Visit notable Hollywood graves on this tour.
Website: http://www.cemeterytour.com/
Type: Cultural
When: 12:00 p.m.
Price:
$12
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Boulevard
Nearby Bus Lines: 4, 156/656

Los Angeles Art Deco Architecture
A lecture and virtual tour of L.A.’s Art Deco history.
Website: http://bit.ly/a1WNYQ
Type: Lecture
When: 4:00 p.m.
Price:
$7
Where: Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Boulevard
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station

Sunday, January 31st

U.S. Weight Category Karate Championships
A karate tournament… ’nuff said.
Website: http://www.karateuswc.org/
Type: Sport
When: 9:30 a.m.
Price:
$20
Where: Aratani/Japan America Theatre, 244 South San Pedro Street
Nearby Rail: Gold Line Little Tokyo/Arts District Station

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