We all have that moment where Friday night rolls around and a Netflix binge is the primary “event” option. In order to cure your major case of FOMO, we’ve teamed up with The Mirror Cube, a new happenings site that features events recommended by artists. With their expert panel of visual artists, actors, writers, and directors, The Mirror Cube brings you the lowdown on what shows, screenings, and exhibits you should check out each week in New York and Los Angeles.
NY: The Quay Brothers in 35mm at Film Forum
August 19-25
Picked By: The Mirror Cube
What: A retrospective of short films directed by acclaimed stop-motion animators and identical twin brothers Stephen and Timothy Quay that was curated by filmmaker Christopher Nolan and will be exhibited in 35mm.
Why Go: The Quay Brothers and Christopher Nolan (Interstellar, Memento) will be present at several screenings, including the world premiere of Nolan’s new documentary short, Quay.
NY: Afropunk Fest 2015 at Commodore Barry Park
August 22-23
Picked By: Gillian Zinser
What: The annual festival inspired by the Afro-punk movement brings alternative art and music to Brooklyn for a two-day celebration.
Why Go: This year has an impressive lineup of over 20 acts that includes Lauryn Hill, Grace Jones, Lenny Kravitz, Kelis, Thundercat, Death Grips, Danny Brown, and Lion Babe.
NY: New York International Fringe Festival at Various Locations
August 14-30
Picked By: The Mirror Cube
What: A massive festival spread over 18 venues, FringeNYC is a showcase for what’s new in the worlds of music, theatre, comedy, dance, and visual art.
Why Go: This international event is the largest of its kind, with over 200 acts descending on New York City for more than 1500 performances.
LA: Ariel Pink at Santa Monica Pier
August 20 at 7PM
Picked By: Soko
What: The chillwave singer-songwriter will play a free waterfront show to promote his latest release, pom pom.
Why Go: Pink continues to win over listeners with his absurdist lyrics and lo-fi pop sound. Pitchfork called his work “some of the most wistful and peculiarly moving songs in contemporary music.”
LA: The West Coast Avant Garde: 1950-Present at Kohn Gallery
July 12-September 4
Picked By: Amanda Charchian
What: A group show of mixed-media work that highlights California and the West Coast’s role in post-war avant-garde art.
Why Go: The rapidly changing political and social climate following World War II inspired the creation of art that mirrored the turmoil of the changing times. The works on display in this exhibition highlight movements such as Action Painting a
NY: The Quay Brothers in 35mm at Film Forum
August 19-25
Picked By: The Mirror Cube
What: A retrospective of short films directed by acclaimed stop-motion animators and identical twin brothers Stephen and Timothy Quay that was curated by filmmaker Christopher Nolan and will be exhibited in 35mm.
Why Go: The Quay Brothers and Christopher Nolan (Interstellar, Memento) will be present at several screenings, including the world premiere of Nolan’s new documentary short, Quay.
NY: Afropunk Fest 2015 at Commodore Barry Park
August 22-23
Picked By: Gillian Zinser
What: The annual festival inspired by the Afro-punk movement brings alternative art and music to Brooklyn for a two-day celebration.
Why Go: This year has an impressive lineup of over 20 acts that includes Lauryn Hill, Grace Jones, Lenny Kravitz, Kelis, Thundercat, Death Grips, Danny Brown, and Lion Babe.
NY: New York International Fringe Festival at Various Locations
August 14-30
Picked By: The Mirror Cube
What: A massive festival spread over 18 venues, FringeNYC is a showcase for what’s new in the worlds of music, theatre, comedy, dance, and visual art.
Why Go: This international event is the largest of its kind, with over 200 acts descending on New York City for more than 1500 performances.
LA: Ariel Pink at Santa Monica Pier
August 20 at 7PM
Picked By: Soko
What: The chillwave singer-songwriter will play a free waterfront show to promote his latest release, pom pom.
Why Go: Pink continues to win over listeners with his absurdist lyrics and lo-fi pop sound. Pitchfork called his work “some of the most wistful and peculiarly moving songs in contemporary music.”
LA: The West Coast Avant Garde: 1950-Present at Kohn Gallery
July 12-September 4
Picked By: Amanda Charchian
What: A group show of mixed-media work that highlights California and the West Coast’s role in post-war avant-garde art.
Why Go: The rapidly changing political and social climate following World War II inspired the creation of art that mirrored the turmoil of the changing times. The works on display in this exhibition highlight movements such as Action Painting a