AHEAD OF THE CURVE.

Quadrophenia: Scooter-riding, leather-clad mods rebelling against the upper class are back in L.A. On screen at least. They're the subject of "Quadrophenia," the classic 1979 film by Franc Roddam. Inspired by The Who's landmark concept album and featuring some of composer Pete Townsend's most ambitious music, the film screens at the Egyptian Theater August 2. Phil Daniels stars and takes on Britain's class and education system. Sting, in his acting debut, joins in the mayhem. A reception in the Egyptian's courtyard follows the screening.

In Real Life: Writer, actress and singer Charlayne Woodard stages her onewoman show, "In Real Life," at the Mark Taper Forum on July 29. The performance is about Woodard's own story of success on Broadway and the price she paid for it, opens July 29. A gifted storyteller, Woodard brings to life characters in a chain of vignettes. Information: [phone].

Rat Fink Tribute: Ed Roth, the Beverly Hills-born artist and innovator of the popular Rat Fink animated character, will be honored at the 2nd annual Rat Fink Party on July 21 at the Disabled American Veterans Park in Woodland Hills. Roth, the influential counterculture artist whose Rat Fink character inspired a generation of folk artists, died last April. Artists and fans of Roth pay tribute with a vintage swimsuit fashion show, tattoo contest, Hula Hoop contest, puniest man contest - Roth's idea- and a hot dog eating contest. An auction of Roth's works and other artists benefits local charities. The event is free. Information: [phone].

Superhero Music: Led by conductor John Mauceri and vocalists Marin Mazzie and Rodney Gilfry, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra performs "The Great American Concert: Heroes and Superheroes" on August 10 and 11. The annual midsummer event pays tribute to American heroes and fantastic superheroes with fireworks and music by Bernstein and Copland. Information: [phone].