Picks, kicks and plugs for December 15-21

SAT | DECEMBER 15

(SHOWGIRLS)

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(DANCE)

Liz Lerman Dance Exchange presents “Gumdrops and the Funny Uncle,” which combines dance and theater in a holiday performance that speaks to the shifting demographic of the modern American family. Whether married, divorced, gay, straight or otherwise, this multidimensional experience celebrates the eccentricity, quirkiness and uniqueness present in all families — a refreshing holiday show for one and all. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. $15-$28. The New LATC, Theatre 3, 514 S. Spring St., Los Angeles. For tickets, call (323) 461-3673 or visit ” target=”_blank”>www.getty.edu.

(ART)

Exhibiting the aesthetic qualities that defined a new age in the art world, the Gallery Selection of California Modernism features 20th century works including oil paintings, watercolors, sculpture and drawing from artists working in the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s. Often understood as presenting a more “subjective” representation than other American impressionists, California artists were uniquely intimate in their portrayals. Spencer Jon Helfen Fine Arts, 9200 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 200, Beverly Hills. For gallery hours, call (310) 273-8838 or visit ” target=”_blank”>www.whatsthestoryla.com.

(YIDDISH)

With the recent critical success of the documentary “Yiddish Theater: A Love Story” and two sold-out shows of “Una Noche Idishe” at REDCAT, it’s clear that Yiddish culture is alive and kickin’. Get intimately acquainted (or reacquainted) with the culture in “A Kiss of Yiddish” — a weekend-long celebration of the Yiddish wedding. Traditional music, lively discussions and captivating lectures will be mixed in with refreshments, meals and a reception. 7-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $20 (Sat.), $55 (Sun.), $70 (both days). Student discounts available. L.A. Yiddish Culture Club (Sat.), 8339 W. Third St., Los Angeles. UCLA Royce Hall (Sun.), Room 314, Westwood. (310) 745-1190 or Miriam@yiddishinstitute.org.

SUN | DECEMBER 16

(FILM)

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(COMEDY)

During An Afternoon With Mark Russell, the comedian will perform his musical/comedy mixed bag starring the day’s news headlines. 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. $45. American Jewish University, Brandeis-Bardin Campus, 1101 Peppertree Lane, Simi Valley. (310) 476-9777. ” target=”_blank”>www.rickrecht.com.

(JAZZ)

Award-winning jazz artists The Seeds of Sun take traditional Israeli folk music and “jazz” it up. A five-piece band blends Brazilian beats and other hints of world fusion to transform music you may have heard into an entirely new experience. They’ll appear thanks to the Jewish Music Commission of L.A. Noon. $5-$10. Valley Beth Shalom, 15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino. (818) 788-6000.