Dustin Hoffman with Ariel Levy at Wilshire Ebell

On the evening of Nov. 13, Dustin Hoffman sits down on stage at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre for a conversation with writer Ariel Levy about his memoir, Look at Me. It is one of the more interesting literary nights on the calendar of upcoming events Los Angeles has this month, and it suits anyone who likes hearing a career told by the person who lived it.

When: Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, 8:00 PM to about 9:15 PM Where: Wilshire Ebell Theatre, 4401 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005 Price: $72.58 to $111.12, depending on the ticket

What to expect

The evening is part of the Live Talks Los Angeles series, which brings writers, actors, musicians, scientists and other thought leaders to stages around the city for on-stage conversations. This is a talk, not a performance. Levy leads the discussion, and the book is the thread that ties it together. The event page lists a running time of about an hour and fifteen minutes, so plan on a focused, one-sitting evening rather than a long night out.

Hoffman's memoir is the reason for the stop, and the flyer shows the book's cover next to his portrait. If you have read it, this is a chance to hear the stories behind it. If you have not, a talk like this works as an introduction.

Tickets

Two ticket types are listed on the event page: General Admission with a book, and a Reserved Section seat with a signed book. The book is bundled into the price, which is why the range starts higher than a typical talk. Check the listing for current availability before you plan around a specific section, since reserved seats tend to go first for a name like this.

Getting there

The Wilshire Ebell Theatre sits on West 8th Street in Mid-City, a short drive from Koreatown and the Miracle Mile. Evening traffic on Wilshire and Western can be slow on a Friday, so leave extra time, and look at parking options near the theater ahead of your visit. If you are filling out a weekend, this is a good anchor for LA events this weekend, with dinner nearby beforehand.

More on this part of town is on the Mid-City neighborhood page, and more talks, theater and museum nights are in the arts and culture category.