Billy Idol to an art show: What's happening on Thursday?

Billy Idol performs onstage at the "Billy Idol Should Be Dead" premiere during the 2025 Tribeca Festival at BMCC Theater on June 10, 2025 in New York City.
Billy Idol performs onstage at the "Billy Idol Should Be Dead" premiere during the 2025 Tribeca Festival at BMCC Theater on June 10, 2025 in New York City. Photo credit Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival

From rock legends to intimate folk duos, gallery openings to underground showcases, Thursday offers a mix of music, art, and culture across Los Angeles and Orange County. Here are some highlights to check out:

Billy Idol: It’s A Nice Day To…Tour Again!

Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 · 7:30 – 9:30 PM
Place: Kia Forum, 3900 W. Manchester Blvd., Inglewood, CA 90305

Punk rock icon Billy Idol returns to the stage with his signature sneer and timeless hits. Expect a high-energy set packed with anthems like “White Wedding” and “Rebel Yell.”

Full Link: Ticketmaster Event Page

Johnnyswim at the Fonda Theatre

Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 · 8:30 – 10:30 PM
Place: Fonda Theatre, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028

Beloved folk-pop duo Johnnyswim bring their heartfelt harmonies and emotional storytelling to the historic Fonda Theatre for an intimate night of music.

Full Link: Ticketmaster Event Page

Haitian Revolution: Art of the Haiti Global South, 2025 — Gallery Opening

Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 · 6:00 – 8:00 PM (exhibition runs through Nov. 13)
Place: Cypress College Art Gallery, 9200 Valley View Street, Cypress, CA 90630

This exhibition showcases Haitian diasporic art exploring history, spirituality, and daily life. Curated by filmmaker Jacquil Constant, it features depictions of Haiti’s independence leaders alongside realist and magic realist works.

Full Link: Event Info

Breaking Sound LA at Teddy’s Speakeasy

Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025 · 7:00 – 10:00 PM
Place: The Hollywood Roosevelt, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028

Live from the Roosevelt’s legendary Teddy’s Speakeasy, Breaking Sound brings fresh up-and-coming artists to an intimate stage. Expect big talent in a small room, where every set feels up close and personal.

Full Link: Hollywood Roosevelt Event Page


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Featured Image Photo Credit: Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival