The best Los Angeles events for the week of July 27 - August 2

Los Angeles always has a plethora of events going down at every corner. Whether it’s a convention or some improv, there’s always something to do if you’re looking to leave the house. We look at some of the best events going down in Los Angeles this week (July 27 though August 2).

Wednesday, July 29

The Nepo Baby Show @ UCB Theatre (5919 Franklin Ave.)

Doors: 6:50 p.m. (tickets)

The Nepo Baby Show determines if performers obtained special skills thanks to their not-so-famous parents. Hosted by Claire Downs, the special guest judge for Wednesday's show is Kristian Moreno (son of Deftones lead singer Chino Moreno). Performers for Wednesday's show are Meredith Palomo, Ian Mellencamp, Kathleen Leary, Jose Carlos AR, and Brodie Reed.

Friday, July 31

Drunk Theatre @ UCB Theatre (5919 Franklin Ave.)

Doors: 9:50 p.m. (tickets)

Drunk Theatre finds one comedian trying to do an improv set after taking five shots of whisky. Can they keep up with their sober castmates or will things go off the rails quickly? Friday's show will feature Sahil Desai, Ittai Geiger, Cassie Grilley, Oleg Trofimov, Rodd Naimi, Nate Deakers, Maria Gnoza, Bri Rodebaugh, and Bri Cala. Livestream tickets are also available.

Motionless In White @ Kia Forum (3900 W Manchester Blvd.)

Doors: 5:30 p.m. (tickets)

Motionless In White will bring their Sweat and Blood tour to Kia Forum this Friday. The band will be promoting their new studio album Decades, which features the Hard Rock chart-topping singles "Afraid of the Dark," "Playing God," and "R.I.P." Lorna Shore, Fit For A King and Static Dress will be the opening acts.

Cannibal Ox @ Regent Theater (448 S Main St.)

Doors: 8 p.m. (tickets)

Cannibal Ox will celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Cold Vein with a special performance at Regent Theater. Released in 2001, The Cold Vein has been mentioned as one of the best hip hop albums of the 2000s. The song "Iron Galaxy" is highly known for its inclusion in the Tony Hawk's Underground soundtrack.

Saturday, August 1

Of Montreal @ Regent Theater (448 S Main St.)

Doors: 8 p.m. (tickets)

Beloved indie rock band of Montreal will be in town to promote their 20th studio album Aethermead. Sloppy Jane will be the opening act.

The Slosh @ The Pack Theater (1615 North Vermont Ave.)

Doors: 9:50 p.m. (tickets)

The Slosh will bring back their beloved Nativity the Musical for a special one-night-only performance. The musical will feature Rebekah Swann, Lindsay Lewis, Michael Shacket, Justin Carty, and Annika Wines.

Since 2009, MP3s and NPCs owner Terrance Pryor has written about music, conventions, cosplay, and video games for publications such as AXS, Examiner, Fake Walls, and Ranker. Based out of Los Angeles, the former rock concert promoter/radio host can be seen talking about rock music on AXS TV’s Music’s Greatest Mysteries and discussing music and whatever else on their Black Man Talks Rock channel on YouTube.