About this Event
Join , and for LAte Night Train of Thought, a free evening celebrating the vibrant arts scene that connects Angelenos across music, comedy, poetry, and conversation. The night kicks off with a Zócalo Public Square conversation, “How Does Art Connect L.A.?” featuring voices from across L.A.’s creative community. The evening continues with improv performances curated by Dynasty Typewriter, featuring Eugene Cordero, Colton Dunn, Lauren Lapkus, Ify Nwadiwe, Gil Ozeri, and Sasheer Zamata; spoken word interludes by Nate Lovell and RAVINA from Da Poetry Lounge; and a closing musical set by “art rap” artist Open Mike Eagle. Guests can also enjoy complimentary sweets from Little Tokyo’s iconic Fugetsu-Do Confectionery (while supplies last) and bites available for purchase from the Kogi BBQ food truck.
- 6:30 PM – Doors open
- 7:00 PM – Welcome Remarks
- 7:15 PM – Panel Conversation: “How Does Art Connect L.A.?”
- 7:55 PM – Performances
“How Does Art Connect L.A.?”
Co-presented by Metro Art, Zócalo Public Square, and Grand Performances
Moderated by Moira Shourie, Executive Director, Zócalo Public Square
Arts and culture built Los Angeles, this hub for the journeying, creative spirit. And great art connects Angelenos to each other. We roar with laughter at comedians, thrill at a poetic turn of phrase, shed a tear when our favorite restaurant closes down. And when L.A.’s people and values come under attack, we turn to culture to stay strong. Angelenos find power in murals, mariachis, and mouth-watering cuisine served from street vendors —a fiery fusion of forms that makes us who we are.
Zócalo invites “art rap” rapper and comedian Open Mike Eagle, Dynasty Typewriter co-founder Vanessa Ragland, Da Poetry Lounge Co. president Jasmine Williams, and Sasheer Zamata of Dynasty Typewriter to Union Station to discuss how art helps Angelenos feel connected today.
Metro Art enhances the customer experience with innovative, award-winning visual and performing arts programming that encourages ridership and connects people, sites and neighborhoods throughout LA County. A diverse range of site-specific artworks are integrated into the growing Metro system, improving the quality of transit environments, and creating a sense of place. Metro Art Presents showcases an exciting array of arts and cultural programs at historic Union Station. All events are free and open to the public. Learn about artworks in the Metro system at metro.net/art. Follow Metro Art on Instagram and sign up for the Metro Art email list to learn about upcoming art opportunities, events, exhibitions and more.
Union Station, since its opening in 1939, Los Angeles Union Station has long been considered one of LA’s architectural gems and a vital portal to the promise of the California Dream. The station was designed with an innovative blend of Spanish Colonial, Mission Revival and Art Deco architecture now commonly referred to as Mission Moderne. The bustling 52-acre transportation hub sits in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles offering essential connections to destinations throughout Southern California. An iconic landmark, the station serves as a vibrant symbol of Downtown connecting the historic fabric of the past to the present through arts, culture, transit and community. Conceived on a grand scale, Los Angeles Union Station is the largest railroad passenger terminal in the Western United States and is often regarded as “the last of the great train stations.” For more information, visit unionstationla.com or follow @unionstationla on social media.
Getting There. Go Metro! Los Angeles Union Station is accessible via Metro Rail, Metro Bus, Metro Bike Share, Metrolink, Amtrak and several municipal bus lines. Take the Metro A, B, D or J Line directly to Los Angeles Union Station. Plan your trip using the Transit app, the trip planner at metro.net or by calling 323.GO.METRO. Parking is available at Union Station for $8.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Los Angeles Union Station, 800 North Alameda Street, Los Angeles, United States
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