Kristin's List: A Guide to Cultivated Los Angeles

Will it be the Jew & Muslim dedicated song “A New Start With Christ” or possibly the abstinence ballad that stirs Angeleno’s hearts at the God’s Pottery show? Comprised of “Last Comic Standing” finalists Jeremiah Smallchild and Gideon Lamb, God’s Pottery will bring their unique blend of Biblical know-how, dark comedy and “Virginity Rocks” t-shirts to all those in need of Saturday night salvation.

“If Christianity were always this funny, I’d go to church.”
–The Guardian

WHEN: 8:30pm doors/9:30pm show
ADMISSION: $12
WHERE: Spaceland
ADDRESS: 1717 Silver Lake Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
SPACELAND WEBSITE: www.clubspaceland.com
GOD’S POTTERY MYSPACE: www.myspace.com/godspottery

As described by Kermit the Frog in his first foray on the silver screen, “The Muppet Movie” is “somewhat fictionalized.” Joined by a slew of eccentric characters, including Gonzo, Miss Piggy and Mel Brooks, Kermit and Fozzie Bear embark on a cross-country trip to make it big in Hollywood and locate the rainbow connection.

Jim Henson’s 1979 live-action musical “The Muppet Movie” was the Muppet’s debut on the big screen. Upon release the reviews of the film were mixed…

Statler: I’m Statler.
Waldorf: I’m Waldorf. We’re here to heckle “The Muppet Movie”.
Gate Guard: Gentlemen, that’s straight ahead. Private screening room D.
Statler: Private screening?
Waldorf: Yeah, they’re afraid to show it in public.

Statler: Well, how do you like the film?
Waldorf: I’ve seen detergents leave a better film than this.

WHEN: 7:30pm
ADMISSION: $11.50 General/$10 Senior
TICKETS: www.arclightcinemas.com
WHERE: Arclight Sherman Oaks
ADDRESS: 15301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
WEBSITE: www.arclightcinemas.com

“She’s cool. He’s hot. She’s from the Valley. He’s not.” Filled with lessons about not judging a book by its cover, liking a boy from the wrong side of the tracks, the taste of Clorox and how to look hot in the Valley in 1983, “Valley Girl” is a sweet-natured teen comedy time capsule. With appearances by punk rocker Nicholas Cage and the perky Deborah Foreman, the script was written in a remarkable 10 days.

In a double feature with “Real Genius” (1983) director Martha Coolidge will discuss her work on both projects between the films.

“Valley Girl”: 1983, MGM Repertory, 99 min.
“Real Genius”: 1985, Sony Repertory, 108 min.

WHEN: 7:30pm
ADMISSION: $10 General/$8 Seniors & Students/$7 Members
TICKETS: Call (323) 466-3456 or visit www.fandango.com
WHERE: Aero Theatre
ADDRESS: 1328 Montana Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90403
PHONE: (323) 466-3456
WEBSITE: www.americancinematheque.com

No matter whats on your iPod the improvised comedy show “Soundtrack” wants you to bring it. From indie pop to trance, electronica to death metal, music from the audience will be selected by such comedians as Scot Armstrong, Sean Conroy and Seth Morris to be spinned into a unpredictable and hilarious personalized soundtrack.

WHEN: 10pm
ADMISSION: $8, door
WHERE: Upright Citizens Brigade
ADDRESS: 5919 Franklin Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
PHONE: (323) 908-8702
WEBSITE: www.ucbtheatre.com

In his new book, “Me of Little Faith,” comedian (The Daily Show) and social critic Lewis Black takes a stab at the inconsistencies and peculiarities of religion. Through hilarious experiences with gurus, psychics, rabbis and Mormons, Black reflects on what we believe and why. Join Black for a presentation and signing of “Me of Little Faith” and get a full jolt of his bitingly funny take on life.

“Lewis Black is the only person I know who can actually yell in print form.” —Jon Stewart

“Lewis Black—the most engagingly pissed-off comedian ever.” —Stephen King

WHEN: 7:30pm
ADMISSION: Show Vroman’s receipt for purchase of “Me of Little Faith” to get a line ticket
ADDRESS: 695 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91101
PHONE: (626) 449-5320
WEBSITE: www.vromansbookstore.com

The Flight of the Conchords, “formerly New Zealand’s fourth most popular guitar-based digi-bongo acapella-rap-funk-comedy folk duo,” will be playing two shows at the Orpheum Theatre. The show coincides with their recently released full-length album — an homage to the Pet Shop Boys, censorship, Marvin Gaye and backhanded compliments.

WHEN: 7:30pm doors, 9pm show May 30, additional show June 1
ADMISSION: $35
TICKETS: www.ticketmaster.com/venue/73785
WHERE: The Orpheum Theatre
ADDRESS: 842 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014
PHONE: (877) 677-4386
WEBSITE: www.laorpheum.com
FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS WEBSITE: www.conchords.co.nz

The alternative comedy venue, the Upright Citizens Brigade, presents “Comedy Death-Ray.” The brainchild of Scott Aukerman and BJ Porter, the show is a unique mix of stand-up comedy, characters and sketch material. A weekly production with different performers, tonight’s show features Paul F. Tompkins, Doug Benson and Mary Lynn Rajskub.

WHEN: 8:30pm
ADMISSION: $5
TICKETS: www.ucbtheatre.com
TICKETS NOTE: If online tickets are sold out, there will be a standby line at the show
WHERE: Upright Citizens Brigade
ADDRESS: 5919 Franklin Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
PHONE: (323) 908-8702
WEBSITE: www.ucbtheatre.com

Whether you are fending off zombies or foraging for non-radioactive food in the world to come, “Apocalypse How: Your Guide to Turning the End-Times Into the Best of Times!” is the ultimate manual for making the most of your future. Join author Rob Kutner, Emmy award-winning writer for The Daily Show, for a discussion and book signing.

WHEN: 7pm, arrive early
ADMISSION: Free
STORE HOURS: 9am-9pm Sun-Thurs, 9am-10pm Fri-Sat
WHERE: Book Soup
ADDRESS: 8818 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
PHONE: (310) 659-3110
WEBSITE: www.booksoup.com
PARKING: Limited parking behind store & street parking

In a Maxwell Smart meets James Bond spy spoof, Jean Dujardin plays ladies’ man and secret agent OSS 117 in the French comedy “OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies.” Set in 1955, the French government sends OSS 117 to Egypt to find the murderer of a fellow agent, monitor the Suez Canal and establish peace in the Middle East. 2006, France, 99 min.

WHEN: May 9-May 15, check showtimes
ADMISSION: $9.50 General Admission/$7.25 Seniors/$7.25 matinees
TICKETS: www.tickets.landmarktheatres.com
WHERE: Nuart Theatre
ADDRESS: 11272 Santa Monica Blvd, West Los Angeles, CA
PHONE: (310) 281-8223
NUART WEBSITE: www.landmarktheatres.com

The LA improv comedy center, iO West, presents “Improvised Tennessee Williams.” Performed by the Kind Stranger players, this Williams-inspired production is filled with the requisite heat, booze and sexual tension. iO West, the LA arm of the famous iO in Chicago boasts such alumni as Tina Fey, Mike Meyers, Any Dick and Andy Richter.

WHEN: 9pm
ADMISSION: $10
TICKETS: Door or www.ticketweb.com
WHERE: iO West
ADDRESS: 6366 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
PHONE: (323) 962-7560
WEBSITE: www.ioimprov.com

The Silent Movie Theatre presents films from McSweeney’s sixth issue of Wholphin, a DVD magazine. The line-up includes a documentary about Chinese third graders who democratically elect a classroom monitor and unknowingly mock American politics; a comic exploration of 70s England; an animated rock star who takes on a drug-addicted monkey; drunk bees and many more.

WHEN: 8pm
ADMISSION: $12 General/$8 Members
WHERE: The Cinefamily at The Silent Movie Theatre
ADDRESS: 611 N. Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036
PHONE: (323) 655-2510
CONTACT: www.cinefamily.org

In a night filled with political fireworks, Bill Maher and Tony Snow go head-to-head in a conversation about current affairs. Maher is the host of HBO’s “Real Time With Bill Maher,” and previously hosted ABC’s “Politically Incorrect.” Snow, a frequent guest host for both Rush Limbaugh and Bill O’Reilly, was a speechwriter for President George H.W. Bush, and White House Press Secretary from 2005 to 2007.

WHEN: 7:30pm
ADMISSION: $85 General
NOTE: Discounted price for Young Professionals (age 21-39), call for details
TICKETS: www.publiclectureseries.com
WHERE: Gibson Amphitheatre
ADDRESS: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608
PHONE: (310) 440-1246
WEBSITE: www.publiclectureseries.com

The Flight of the Conchords, “formerly New Zealand’s fourth most popular guitar-based digi-bongo acapella-rap-funk-comedy folk duo,” will be playing at Amoeba Music. The show coincides with the release of their full-length album — an homage to the Pet Shop Boys, censorship, Marvin Gaye and backhanded compliments.

WHEN: 6pm, arrive early
ADMISSION: Free
WHERE: Amoeba Music
ADDRESS: 6400 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
PHONE: (323) 245-6400
AMOEBA WEBSITE: www.amoeba.com
FLIGHT OF THE CONCHORDS WEBSITE: www.conchords.co.nz