KAOS/LACMA Cultural Literacy Collider

Dive into a powerful educational series bridging generations through film, dialogue, and lessons on critical media literacy. Curated and facilitated by legendary KAOS Network founder Ben Caldwell, L.A. Rebellion filmmaker Alile Sharon Larkin, and LACMA assistant curator of film Matazi Weathers, this series spotlights bold works by local filmmakers, featuring surprise guest appearances and unfiltered conversations on the role of storytelling in shaping cultural consciousness, both locally and globally. 

Co-presented by KAOS Network and LACMA’s Aspect Ratio. 

Fútbol on Film: Pelé

As we count down to the upcoming World Cup, this outdoor screening invites audiences to revisit iconic moments from soccer history. Bring friends, family, and a picnic and experience the beautiful game on the big screen in a communal, joyful setting. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Fútbol Is Life, this series highlights how transcendent moments on the pitch become lasting cultural memories that connect people across generations and borders.    

Dancing Light: Figure Drawing Workshop Inspired by Impressionism and Ballet

Step into the world of Impressionism and engage with movement, light, and shadow. At this two-hour workshop for adults led by teaching artist Shannon Green, you will explore how artists like Edgar Degas captured rhythm, grace, and fleeting motion as you sketch ballet dancer Ishaun Jackson-Moaney in the galleries of Collecting Impressionism at LACMA.

Materials will be provided.

Fútbol on Film: Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" Match

As we count down to the upcoming World Cup, this outdoor screening invites audiences to revisit iconic moments from soccer history. Bring friends, family, and a picnic and experience the beautiful game on the big screen in a communal, joyful setting. Presented in conjunction with the exhibition Fútbol Is Life, this series highlights how transcendent moments on the pitch become lasting cultural memories that connect people across generations and borders.  

LACMA × Metro Art: Todd Gray's Histories in the Plural

Join artist Todd Gray for a talk on his newly commissioned work for LACMA, Octavia’s Gaze, as well as his public art projects across Los Angeles, including a new Metro Art commission for Wilshire/La Cienega Station. In conversation with scholar and curator Dr. Tiffany E. Barber, the talk will explore Gray’s inspirations, creative process, and approach to making art for both museums and public spaces. This rare opportunity offers an inside look at the vision behind some of L.A.’s most engaging contemporary art projects. Co-presented with Metro Art.

Performance: Golden Hour with Lula Washington Dance Theatre

Spend golden hour getting to know the new David Geffen Galleries and watch as members of the Lula Washington Dance Theatre move with and react to both the building’s changing light and the newly reinstalled artworks from LACMA’s permanent collection. You'll observe the roving performance by traveling with the dancers as they journey amongst remarkable art, architecture, and sunset glow.