ENTERTAINMENT

March 11
Tim Weisberg
Tim Weisberg has long been regarded as one of the most original rock, blues and jazz-fusion flutists. In 1970, fresh out of grad school and virtually unknown, Tim Weisberg exploded on to the scene with his opening performance at the Monterey Jazz Festival, where he firmly established himself as a unique musical talent.
Time: 8 p.m. March 11
Cost: $25
Details: http://alvasshowroom.com/event/tim-weisberg
Venue: Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. 8th St., San Pedro

March 12
Trio Ondine
Formed in 2005 as Duo Ondine by flutist Boglarka Kiss and harpist Alison Bjorkedal, the duo invited their good friend and violist Alma Fernandez to join them in an exploration of the unique repertoire for flute, viola, and harp that Debussy first used in his great impressionistic masterpiece.
Time: 2 p.m. March 12
Cost: Free
Details: (310) 316-5574
Venue: Rolling Hills United Methodist Church, 26438 Crenshaw Blvd., Rolling Hills Estates

The Steppes
This tribute band performs music from the first five solo albums by Genesis Alumni and Steve Hackett.
Time: 4 p.m. March 12
Cost: $25
Details: www.alvasshowroom.com
Venue: Alvas Showroom, 1417 W. 8th St., San Pedro

March 17
Broadway in Concert
Musical Theatre West presents Susan Egan with special guest Deedee Lyn Mango Hall. Egan’s Tony-nominated Belle takes the stage in a one-night-only concert event.
Time: 8 p.m. March 17
Cost: $40 to $60
Details: (562) 856-1999 ext. 4; www.musical.org
Venue: Beverly O’Neill Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach

THEATER

March 12
The Perfect American
Long Beach Opera will present the U.S. premiere of Philip Glass’ The Perfect American, a fictionalized version of the final days of Walt Disney. The opera will be directed by Kevin Newbury, conducted by Andreas Mitisek, and the role of Walt Disney will be sung by baritone Justin Ryan.
Time: 2:30 p.m. March 12 and 8 p.m. March 18
Cost: $49 to $150
Details: www.longbeachopera.org/tickets
Venue: Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach

March 25
Rumors
In a large, tastefully appointed townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe farce attack. Despite being his tenth wedding anniversary party, the host lies bleeding in the other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. The lawyer and his wife must get “the story” straight before the other guests arrive.
Time: 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sunday, through March 25
Cost: $14 to $20
Details: (562) 494-1014; www.lbplayhouse.org
Venue: Long Beach Playhouse , 5021 E. Anaheim St., Long Beach

March 31
Romeo and Juliet Rehearsals
You are invited to Elysium for each and every Romeo and Juliet rehearsal.
Time: 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays, until March 31
Cost: Free
Details: www.fearlessartists.org/box-office-1
Venue: Elysium, 729 S. Palos Verdes St., San Pedro

ARTS

March 12
Significant Otherness
Significant Otherness is a benefit exhibition for the Spay and Neuter Project of Los Angeles. It explores the unique bond between animals and humans through artworks of eight contemporary artists. A benefit event is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 25.
Time: 10 to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 12 to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sunday, through March 12
Cost: Free
Details: http://angelsgateart.org/gallery-receptions-on-january-21-2017
Venue: Angels Gate Cultural Center, Building A, 3601 S. Gaffey St., San Pedro

April 9
Frank Brothers: The Store That Modernized Modern
The exhibition relates the story of Southern California’s largest and most prominent mid-century retailer of modern furniture and design. Based in Long Beach from 1938–1982, Frank Bros. embodied the optimistic postwar ethos of the American consumer.
Date: 12 to 5 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, through April 9
Cost: Free
Details: csulb.edu/org/uam
Venue: California State University Long Beach, University Art Museum, 1250 Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach

April 16
Wearable Expressions
Wearable Expressions explores the unbreakable bond between Art and Fashion portraying boundary-pushing works in fiber, jewelry and accessories by creative minds from around the globe.
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays, through April 16
Cost: Free
Details: wearableexpressions.com
Venue: Palos Verdes Art Center, 5504 W. Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes

April 26
Creative Expressions
Creative Expressions, featuring glass artist Howard Schneider, local painter Kathie Reis and abstract artist Lois Olsen opens at the Artists’ Studio Gallery at the Promenade on the Peninsula. An opening reception is scheduled from 2 to 5 p.m. March 4.
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, and 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays, through April 16
Cost: Free
Details: (310) 265-2592; www.artists-studio-pvac.com
Venue: Palos Verdes Art Center/Beverly G. Alpay Center for Arts Education, at 5400 Crestridge Road, Rancho Palos Verdes

April 30
Ann Weber, Sculpture
TransVagrant and Gallery 478 present Ann Weber, Sculpture. Ann Weber’s organic sculpture is abstract, formally elegant and composed of inelegant salvaged cardboard. There are abundant hints of figuration and recognizable objects: think chess pieces, balloons, human torsos, plant forms, and graphic ciphers.
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, through April 30
Cost: Free
Details: (310) 600-4873; www.transvagrant.com
Venue: Gallery 478, 478 W. 4th St., San Pedro

May 21
Dreamland
The Museum of Latin American Art presents a retrospective of the work of one of the original Los Four founders, Frank Romero in the exhibition entitled Dreamland. Romero’s most iconic works, including his mural work, such as Driving to the Olympics on the Hollywood Freeway, address life in the barrios of Los Angeles.
Time: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, through May 21.
Cost: $7 to $10
Details: (562) 437-1689; molaa.org
Venue: Museum of Latin American Art, 628 Alamitos Ave., Long Beach

COMMUNITY

March 12
South Coast Cactus & Succulent Society
“Under the Spell of Succulents,” deals with how we engage with succulents — growers, collectors, landscaping, container gardens, and niches such as bonsai, crests, and variegation — and is aimed at both the novice and the long-time enthusiast.
Time: 1 p.m. March 12
Cost: Free
Details: southcoastcss.org
Venue: South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula

March 11
Bixby A’Bloom Fashion Show
Nine local boutiques and retail businesses will come together at the Virginia Country Club to promote the Bixby Business Corridor and Los Cerritos area.
Time: 12 to 4 p.m. March 11
Cost: $40
Details: www.loscerritosna.org/events
Venue: Virginia Country Club, 4602 N. Virginia Road, Long Beach

March 19
We Can Swing
Arts Alive in partnership with People’s Place and Palace, will be hosting the “We Can Swing” Spring Fundraiser. Celebrate Arts Alive’s 17th birthday.
Time: 3 to 7 p.m. March 19
Cost: Free
Details: kingsandclowns.com
Venue: People’s Place San Pedro, 365 W. 6th St., San Pedro