Dinosaur Encounters
When: Weekends and holidays
The popular show, organized by paleontologists and performed by puppeteers, gives the crowd insight into how dinosaurs once roamed the Earth.
National History Museum
www.nhm.org
Cinderella
When: Ongoing through July 11
Feed your child’s love of the new Disney film, and see a production aimed at kids ages three to nine. Enjoy the show’s interactive element within the classic fairytale. The show is produced by Theatre West with Storybook Theatre.
Theatre West
www.theatrewest.org
Ancient Luxury and Roman Silver Treasure From Berthouville
When: Ongoing through Aug. 17
The result of four years of conservation and research of this collection will be showcased, making its first appearance outside of Paris.
Getty Villa
www.getty.edu
The Ciro Hurtado Band
When: June 27
Catch the Peruvian, who’s plied his trade since the 70s action, live in action.
LACMA, Hancock Park
www.lacma.org
Abbot Kinney First Fridays
When: July 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4
The Westside institution rallies on through summer. See the eponymous street lined with enough food trucks to overwhelm the senses with delicious choices.
Abbot Kinney Blvd
www.abbotkinneyfirstfridays.