Happening Tuesday: Panic! at the Disco and more

COMEDY

Sex, Standup,Rock & Roll That’s how that saying goes, right? After running three years at the Hollywood Improv, this modern-day variety show still delivers the goods, combining big names in standup comedy, rock stars, specialty acts, adult movie stars and prizes galore. This week’s comedians include J. Chris Newberg, Skippy Greene and Jeff Burghart, with special appearances by Lief Garrett and Saigon Kicks’ Matt Kramer. The Key Club. 9039 Sunset Blvd. 8:30 p.m. $20. (310) 274-5800. https://www.keyclub.com.

MOVIES

Palm Springs International ShortFest Cinephiles seeking respite from outsize summer blockbusters need look no further than this weeklong short-film festival, which kicks off with a program of comedic shorts from around the world. A reception will follow at Wang’s in the Desert. Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs. 6:30 p.m. $25. (800) 898-7256. https://www.psfilmfest.org.

MUSIC

Panic! at the Disco The Las Vegas indie rock act brings its enticing brand of baroque pop punk to the Southland for one highly anticipated show after nearly a year in the studio recording its latest full-length, “Vices & Virtues.” Rumor has it the tour features the spark-flying, over-the-top staging fans expect from the act’s live sets. The Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Blvd., Koreatown. 6:30 p.m. Sold out. (213) 388-1400.

NewVillager The recent signing to the local indie IAMSOUND is as much of an art project as a screwball electropop act, known for vivid videos and elaborate costuming. So its fitting that they’ll perform what they’re calling a “fully integrated” multimedia set to wrap up a weeklong gallery exhibition they curated. Human Resources, 410 Cottage Home St., Chinatown. 8 p.m. newvillager.com.