Three things to do this weekend

From modern dance milestones to K-pop battles and dazzling food art, Los Angeles is packed with can’t-miss experiences this weekend.
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By Iona Hersh, Tony Huynh, and Alondra Fermin
Oct 2, 2025
Three things to do this weekend
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Celebrate a century of the Martha Graham Dance company with a one-night-only performance on Oct. 4 at the Soraya (Valley Center for the Performing Arts) on the campus of California State University Northridge.
100 Years of Martha Graham: Live at The Soraya (One Night Only)

Homework brain fried? Trade your phone glow for stage glow. The Martha Graham Dance Company, founded in 1926 by the “mother of modern dance” whose contraction-and-release technique changed dance forever, lands at The Soraya for a centennial blowout. Expect iconic Graham intensity, live orchestra vibes by Wild Up, and a brand-new premiere, co-commissioned by the Soraya alongside classics. If you’ve never seen live dance on the big stage, this is the show to start with.

When & where: Sat, Oct. 4, 8 p.m. $59–$117. The Soraya, 18111 Nordhoff St., Northridge.
Why go now: It’s the capstone of the company’s three-year 100th-anniversary tour, with a world premiere on the bill. One night only.
Pro tips: Park early, stash a sweater (the hall runs cool), keep bags small.
Tickets and details at The Soraya.

By Alondra Fermin, Staff Writer

Celebrate a century of the Martha Graham Dance company with a one-night-only performance on Oct. 4 at the Soraya (Valley Center for the Performing Arts) on the campus of California State University Northridge. (Courtesy of | The Soraya)
Stream the smash hit mash-up of K-Pop sparkle and demon-slaying myth, "K-POP Demon Hunters." Now showing on Netflix.
Couch Party Pick: KPop Demon Hunters (Netflix)

Group chat can wait. Grab snacks and let HUNTR/X save the world between choruses. The breakout animated hit mashes K-pop sparkle with demon-slaying myth, and yes, the soundtrack will live in your head rent-free. It’s already notched monster streaming numbers on Netflix and keeps bouncing back to No. 1.

When & where: Streaming now on Netflix
Why go now: Cultural moment alert… Cast tracks, fan edits, and a late-night performance by HUNTR/X hit Oct. 7 on The Tonight Show.
Pro tips: Watch with subtitles on (lyric bits pop), use real speakers, and enable “skip credits” only after the final stinger.

By Iona Hersch, Staff Writer

Stream the smash hit mash-up of K-Pop sparkle and demon-slaying myth, “K-POP Demon Hunters.” Now showing on Netflix. (Courtesy of | Sony Pictures Animation)
Learn more about the Japanese shokuhin sampuru, crafting food replicas, at the first U.S. exhibition dedicated to the art form. Now through Jan. 25, 2026 at JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles in Hollywood.
“Looks Delicious!” Food Replicas at JAPAN HOUSE LA

Your camera roll is starving. This exhibition turns wax and plastic into jaw-dropping fake food. The ramen “steams,” parfaits glisten, tempura crackles (in your imagination). It’s the first U.S. exhibition dedicated to shokuhin sampuru, with programming, demos, and merch straight from the masters at Iwasaki. Bring curiosity; leave hungry. 

When & where: Sept. 18, 2025–Jan. 25, 2026. JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles, Ovation Hollywood, 6801 Hollywood Blvd. Check site for hours.
Why go now: Limited run and hands-on events tied to opening months. Easy Metro/parking access at Ovation.
Pro tips: Go earlier in the day to roam the gallery before crowds; leave time for talks/workshops and the WAZA shop.

By Tony Huynh, Staff Writer

Learn more about the Japanese shokuhin sampuru, crafting food replicas, at the first U.S. exhibition dedicated to the art form. Now through Jan. 25, 2026 at JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles in Hollywood. (Courtesy of | IWASAKI Co. Ltd)
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Iona Hersh
Iona Hersh, Staff Writer
Iona Hersh, a senior, is on the staff of The Mirror, the award-winning student newspaper and website at Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles. For fun, she loves listening to music and reading, but most of all dancing. Hersh has been a classical dancer since she was 6 years old, so dance has been a core part of her life. She plans to remain in state for her undergraduate degree and pursue a career in the medical field. Her dream destination is Paris. The idea of divine bakeries and the brightly shining Eiffel Tower have been unforgettable fixations of hers since middle school. Hersh’s favorite movie of all time is “Frozen,” which has been on repeat since she was a little girl because of the remarkable visuals and details. She loves the independence displayed by Elsa, and her favorite season is winter, further contributing to her passion for the movie. A sport she enjoys watching is fencing. Watching the TV show “2521” inspired her interest in fencing, and the quick rounds drew her in to continue watching real tournaments.
Tony Huynh
Tony Huynh, Staff Writer
Tony Huynh, a junior, is on the staff of The Mirror, the award-winning student newspaper and website at Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles. Outside of school, he loves playing volleyball and spending time on video games for fun. A particular sport he follows is volleyball. When it comes to relaxing, he likes to listen to music and watch anime, especially sci-fi and romance. One of his obsessions is video games, which he can spend hours playing. Besides journalism, he is interested in playing volleyball, and he loves how exciting and fast-paced it is. His favorite team is Japan’s national volleyball team because he admires their teamwork as well as how unique the team is. His favorite movie is “Jujutsu Kaisen 0.” Huynh also enjoys music, especially K-pop, and his favorite band is TXT, which inspired him to look more into Korean culture. After graduating, he hopes to visit Korea, where he wants to explore its popular monuments.
Alondra Fermin
Alondra Fermin, Staff Writer
Alondra Fermin, a freshman, is on the staff of The Mirror, the award-winning student newspaper and website at Van Nuys High School in Los Angeles. When she’s free, she likes to read, draw and listen to music. She enjoys watching shows and movies, and her favorites are “Alice in Borderland” and “Train to Busan.” To relax, Fermin listens to music or takes naps. She hopes to attend UCLA after high school but is still thinking about what she wants to study. One place she wants to visit is Mexico to meet her grandparents. She also likes playing Roblox, one of her favorite video games.
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