Grand Performances 2009 Summer Series @ California Plaza

http://www.grandperformances.org/

Last night my pal and I went to see Zap Mama at the California Mart downtown on Grand Ave. It was AMAZING! As my pal and I stood and watch this great band I leaned over and told Sam, "I remember when they started building this place." Slap of reality...


The vibe was chill. This is the Los Angeles that I have grown up with and love. This is the Los Angeles that is multi-cultural, happy, generous, embracing, smart, hip, brave and just down right friendly. I enjoyed the music and the best people watching in town! What a beautiful L.A. night! Cool breeze in the air, clear, clear night and Zap Mama floating in the air against the tall sleeping ebony skyscrapers.

The vibe was so cool last night that while we were watching and listening to Zap Mama's almost two hour performance we were doubly entertained when a group of friends starting dancing near us. I caught it on video check it out!

I recommend this series: Grand Performances! Here are the details so you can pick a night to enjoy for FREE. Got to love L.A.!


California Mart or Plaza (You say tomato and I say to ma toe)
350 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90071

Parking
$7.50 after 5 pm
There is street parking if you are comfortable with it.
Also, there is a lot across from the Plaza that is $5.

MTA
Metro Red Line is the one that will take you there. The stop is Pershing Square. Look up and follow the stairs up to the Plaza. You can't miss it. If you are confused just start walking up the hill, cross the street and take the escalator up to the music and lights.
Cost: FREE BUT bring $5 to donate. Find a RED Bucket and donate if you want to keep this vibe alive!

Calendar for the rest of the season:
08/20 - 8:00 PM: Inspiration House PoetryChoir: VoiceMusic for Whole Living
08/21 - 12:00 PM: Adaawe
08/21 - 8:00 PM: Rahim AlHaj
08/22 - 8:00 PM: Film Night: El tren fantasma (The Ghost Train)
08/23 - 8:00 PM: Film Night: Nömadak Tx
08/28 - 12:00 PM: El Colegio del Cuerpo
08/28 - 8:00 PM: El Colegio del Cuerpo








08/29 - 8:00 PM: El Colegio del Cuerpo

September
09/12 - 8:00 PM: Emily Dickinson: This and My Heart
October
10/12 - 8:00 PM: The Laramie Project Epilogue

My L.A. Now Tip: 1) Pack your own picnic. 2) Bring your own spirits but put them in plastic cups (for safety reasons) or leave in can. 3) Bring pads or low chairs. 4) Get there at least 40 minutes before to find a space. 5) Take the MTA so you don't have to worry about parking. 6) Bring a light wrap or jacket, it gets cool there at night.