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from Summer 2023
Basquiat: King Pleasure
The Estate and family of famed artist JeanMichel Basquiat have curated an exhibit experience in Los Angeles featuring over 200 never before seen works. The exhibit named after one of Basquiat’s 1987 paintings has quite the origin story. Gerard Basquiat, Jean-Michel’s father, loved “Moody’s Mood For Love,” sang first in 1952 by bartender turned vocalist King Pleasure. The Grand LA is hosting the exhibit through October 15th, tickets range from $15$65.
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De Niro Con: A Look Ahead
During Tribeca 2023 an inaugural event announcement broke. De Niro Con is coming! It a three-day fan event in celebration of Robert De Niro’s 80th birthday. The events will take place at Spring Studios in New York City April 2024. The multi-day fan experience will feature special appearances by De Niro himself, along with recreations of iconic film sets, immersive installations, classic film screenings, musical performances, and panel conversations. It will also include special appearances from co-stars and frequent collaborators. “Bob’s a visionary – he saw the potential for massive resurrection of this part of the city,” said Scorsese. “Tribeca Festival is an indomitable institution and a beacon, and Tribeca itself is the most vibrant, alive location. It’s the place to be and will continue to grow. It’s amazing he did all of this without having the keys un