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Tonight’s opening at L.A.’s agnés b. boutique on Robertson blvd. fittingly brings together Brent Stewart’s photography from the set of writer/director Harmony Korine’s (Kids, Gummo) upcoming cinematic love story Mister Lonely, as well as the musical stylings of Aaron Rose’s band The Sads. Following failed and flowering romances between celebrity impersonators, Mister Lonely includes a cast of Michael Jackson, Marylin Monroe, Charlie Chaplin, Madonna and Abraham Lincoln among others. Or at least versions of them I should say. Mister Lonely comes to theaters May 2nd.

Reception is from 6-8pm, The Sads will be performing at 7:00 sharp followed by DJ Nathan Harrington from Family Books spinning records.

The Museum of Neon Art in downtown L.A. will be reopening their doors this Saturday April 12th with an opening reception featuring 3 exhibits sure to make you hum along with the neon. Or at least make you crave a bottle of Orange Crush. A collection of soda pop signs, black and white photos of more signage by Tom Zimmerman, and a group exhibit of neon and kinetic art make up the ongoing exhibition which runs through June 29th.

The opening reception goes from 7-10pm and will feature musical performances by the Neon Hunter Collective and a special performance by Mike-the-Poet. Cost is $10 for non-members and free to MONA members. The Museum is located on 136 W. 4th street, LA 90013