FILM & TV: COMIC STORE OPENING Why is the opening of a comic book store the Film featured event of the week? Because it’s Kevin Smith’s new store, Jay and Silent Bob’s Secret Stash, and to celebrate the opening Smith himself will be present, along with Jason Mewes and possibly other as-yet-undisclosed celebs, to sign copies of the recently released “Clerks X” and “Jersey Girls” DVDs. The comic king of New Jersey has finally found a home in Los Angeles because after watching “Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back” we know he doesn’t belong in Hollywood. For more info, go to www.viewaskew.com. TUESDAY, SEPT. 7, from 5 to 9:30 p.m. 1045 WESTWOOD BLVD.; FREE
MUSIC: JACK JOHNSON Fans of the Southern California native have yet another chance to see this modern-day troubadour as he sings songs that all sound the same. Joining and opening for him are G. Love & Special Sauce. So if you’re a fan, this one’s not to be missed. Plus, they’re playing in the beautiful outdoor Greek Theatre, where early start times all but guarantee that music and a sunset will vie for your personal attention. Of course, that’s probably just the way Johnson likes it. In fact, he’s probably writing a song about that very coincidence. For more info, go to www.greektheatrela.com. TONIGHT at 7 p.m. GREEK THEATRE; $40.50
THEATER & ARTS: ‘LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS’ Opening at the Ahmanson Theatre, this direct-from-Broadway tour tells a story familiar to anyone who is a fan of either 1980s movie musicals or Steve Martin, who made a memorable cameo as the story’s dreaded dentist. Check out this full-scale production of the show, plant puppet and all. But before you do, check out dB’s review, which you can find on page 11. You’d hate to not even know what you may or may not be missing. Anthony Rapp (of “Rent” fame) stars as Seymour (Rick Moranis in the movie). For more info, go to www.taperahmanson.com. NOW-SUNDAY, OCT. 17 AHMANSON THEATRE; $25-$80