FRI JAN 29

UPRIGHT GETS DOWNRIGHT FUNNY

Upright Cabaret and ABC’s Ugly Betty creator Silvio Horta present Ryan Raftery’s This Isn’t It! making its Los Angeles debut. Raftery, who critics have called a “demented Rat Packer for the millenium,” shares stories from his travels as a mid-level celebrity in the Middle East, and sings some of your favorite pop songs in ways you have never imagined. You don’t want to miss the man the New York Observer called “Hilarious!” Fri. at 9 p.m., Sat. at 10 p.m. $20 advance tickets online at uprightcabaret.com/events. Vermont, 1714 N. Vermont Ave., Los Feliz.

FRI JAN 29

EXHIBITIONISM

Fair Grounds Associates announces the inaugural production of Art Los Angeles Contemporary: The International Contemporary Art Fair of L.A. at West Hollywood’s Pacific Design Center. You’ll find a highly exclusive and tightly focused selection of top blue chip and emerging art galleries from L.A. and around the world. Through Jan. 31. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Fri. and Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun. $15. The Pacific Design Center, 8687 Melrose Ave., WeHo.

FRI FEB 5

LOOKING UP

The MAK Center for Art and Architecture at the Schindler House announces its first urban exhibition presented on billboards throughout L.A. Dubbed How Many Billboards? Art in Stead, the exhibit debuts specially commissioned art works by 23 contemporary artists, presented simultaneously on billboards throughout the city, accompanied by an overview exhibition in West Hollywood. Through Mar. 26. The Schindler House, 835 N. Kings Rd., WeHo. howmanybillboards.org

NO BONES ABOUT IT

Natasha Vetlugin sustained severe injuries in a 2009 accident and is unable to work. To help her with massive hospital bills, some of our city’s best talent comes together for Rockin’ Bones, a benefit. The night features Jane Wiedlin, Ian Harvie, Abby Travis and our very own Frontiers cover model, Selene Luna. There are also surprise guests and raffle prizes planned. Doors 9 p.m. $10. The Dragonfly, 6510 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A. thedragonfly.com

SAT FEB 6

STREEP TEESE

In the mood for something a little different? Check out Streep Tease: An Evening of Meryl Streep Monologues Performed by an All-Male Cast. It’s in town for five Saturdays: Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27. 8 p.m. $15. Bang Comedy Theatre, 457 N. Fairfax Ave., L.A. streeptease.net

SUN FEB 7

CUT IT OUT

The Van Ness Recovery House presents Shear Happiness, a hair cutting fundraiser with L.A.’s top stylists. On Sunday and Monday, from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., stop by and get a cut and blow dry for $20 or a cut, blow dry and style for $40. All proceeds are tax-deductible and benefit the Recovery House. Van Ness Recovery House, 1919 N. Beachwood Dr., L.A. Schedule your appointment at (323) 463-4266.

FRONTIERS VIP NIGHT OUT: MEN IN TIGHTS

Frontiers in L.A. and SoCal Social Club present an incredible LGBT night of dance. Kings of the Dance is a critically acclaimed production featuring some of the world’s most phenomenal male dance stars of our time, and this is its North American debut! On Wed., Feb. 17, see the Ahmanson Theatre performance and then attend the exclusive after-party with members of the cast at Cicada downtown. A special dinner before the show is available at Cicada as well. These discount tickets must be purchased by Feb. 2 at kingsofdance.eventbrite.com, so act soon.