Events
SCREENINGS (calendar)
The Incredible Mr. Limpet
Wednesday, June 9, noon; Fowler Museum
Series: High Noon Film Series at the Fowler Museum
Free
Don Knotts stars as meek Henry Limpet, who experiences his fondest wish and is transformed into a fish.
The Times of Harvey Milk
Friday, July 11, 7:15 p.m.; Director’s Guild of America, 7920 Sunset Blvd.
Series: The Archive at Outfest
In 1978, Harvey Milk was elected to the San Francisco city council, becoming the first openly gay person to be elected to public office in California. A year later, he and Mayor George Moscone were shot and killed by a fellow council member.
Less Than Zero
The Big Lebowski
Saturday, July 19, 7 & 9 p.m.; Billy Wilder Theater, Hammer Museum
Free
In Less Than Zero, a college freshman returns to L.A. for the holidays at his ex-girlfriend's request, but discovers that his former best friend has an out-of-control drug habit. In The Big Lebowski, "Dude" Lebowski, mistaken for a millionaire Lebowski, seeks restitution for his ruined rug and enlists his bowling buddies to help get it.
Splash
Wednesday, June 23, noon; Fowler Museum
Series: High Noon Film Series at the Fowler Museum
Free
Allen (Tom Hanks) is convinced he can't fall in love, until he's rescued from a boating accident by the woman of his dreams -- a mermaid named Madison (Daryl Hannah).
Four Presidents on Television
Friday, July 25, 7:30 p.m.; Billy Wilder Theater, Hammer Museum
Series: Selected Hits from the Archive's Festival of Preservation
Free
These historical film clips feature presidents Truman, Eisenhower, Nixon and Kennedy in separate appearances from 1958-60, during the dawn of the television era.
The Draughtsman's Contract
Wednesday, July 30, 7:30 p.m.; Billy Wilder Theater, Hammer Museum
Series: The Next Wave: British Films of the 1970s and '80s
$8 with Alumni Association ID
A 17th century draughtsman is commissioned to capture drawings of an English nobleman's estate. His fee includes one sexual favor provided by the lady of the house for each drawing rendered, which may provide clues to a murder committed on the grounds.
THEATER PRODUCTIONS
Shipwrecked! An Entertainment
Through Sunday, July 27; Geffen Playhouse
$35-$74
Louis de Rougemont tells tales of his amazing adventures, which include attacks by a giant octopus, stories of his faithful canine companion, a run-in with a curmudgeonly sea captain and escapades among islands natives.
Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants
July 9 – Aug. 26; Geffen Playhouse
Special Engagement $75-$250
After a sold-out run 18 months ago, this opportunity to see the magic of Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants will dazzle and amaze audiences with his sleight of hand artistry.
