Leonard Bernstein at 100

On the centennial of his birth, the Skirball presents a celebration of the life and work of American composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein (West Side Story, On the Waterfront). Organized by the GRAMMY Museum and curated by its director and renowned music historian, Robert Santelli, the exhibition is the most comprehensive retrospective of Bernstein’s life and career ever staged in a museum setting.

April 26 – September 2.

skirball.org

Going on Now

Rembrandt and the Inspiration of India

23 surviving drawings made in the style of artists serving the Mughal court in India.

Through June 24.

getty.edu

Very Eric Carle Exhibit

Children are invited to step into the pages of Eric Carle’s colorful picture books in this play-and-learn exhibit. Geared for ages 2 to 6.

Through May 13.

la.discoverycube.org

March

16 – 18

Tomatomania

The popular seedling sale hits the Tapia Brothers Farm Stand in Encino, showcasing nearly 300 varieties. New this year: classes to learn how to grow like a pro.

tomatomania.com

25

Vegan Street Fair

Local restaurants and vendors come together to serve vegan eats in NoHo.

vegansgtreetfair.com

April

19

Native Son

Richard Wright’s iconic novel comes to life in this adaptation from the Antaeus Theatre Company.

Through June 3.

antaeus.org

21

Not an Ostrich: And Other Images from America’s Library

A curated excavation of nearly 500 images—out of a collection of over 14 million—housed at the Library of Congress, which vividly portray America across time.

Through September 9.

annenbergphotospace.org

24 & 25

Shen Yun

A peformance featuring one of the world’s oldest art forms— classical Chinese dance—accompanied by special effects and a full orchestra.

valleyperformingartscenter.org

28

Autism Speaks Walk

Register for this annual event at the Rose Bowl, which raises money for autism research.

act.autismspeaks.org