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The Program: Mark your calendar for these June SoCal performances.
Note: Though hours and formats are updated regularly, they can change without notice; best to confirm at venue websites.
CENTRE THEATRE GROUP
Fetch Clay, Make Man
June 18-July 16. In the days leading up to Cassius Clay’s most anticipated fights, the heavyweight boxing champ forms an unlikely friendship with a Hollywood star. Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City. centertheatregroup.org | Performances+
OLD GLOBE
Twelfth Night
June 4-July 9. One of Shakespeare’s most perfect plays—romance, music, poetry, comedy, swordplay, and more! Shipwrecked and alone, young Viola masquerades as her lost twin brother and becomes the go-between for the lovesick Duke Orsino and the beautiful Countess. until she finds herself in the middle of a love triangle.Lowell Davies Festival Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. theoldglobe.org | Performances+
LA JOLLA PLAYHOUSE
Love All
June 3-July 2. Love All is the triumphant story of the rise of sports icon and social justice pioneer Billie Jean King. The trailblazer for equality faced tough competition on the court and adversity in the world against a backdrop of the massive social changes of the 1960s and ‘70s. Mandell Weiss Theatre, 2910 La Jolla Village Dr., La Jolla. lajollaplayhouse.org | Performances+
SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Six
June 13-25. From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century girl power! Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. scfta.org | Performances+
LA MIRADA THEATRE
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
June 2-25. A reimagining of the biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers, and his coat. 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada. lamiradatheatre.com | Performances+
CENTER THEATRE GROUP
A Soldier’s Play
Through June 25. In 1944, on a Louisiana Army base, two shots ring out. A Black sergeant is murdered, and a series of interrogations triggers a gripping barrage of questions about service, and identity in America. Ahmanson Theater, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. centertheatregroup.org | Performances+
CENTER THEATRE GROUP
A Transparent Musical
Through June 25. The uplifting comic story of the Pfefferman family, whose patriarch is finally allowing their true selves to emerge as the transgender matriarch she always knew she was. Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. centertheatregroup.org | Performances+
THE OLD GLOBE
Destiny of Desire
Through June 25. “An Unapologetic Telenovela in Two Acts” by Karen Zacarias. The joys, tribulations, and plot twists of epic love are bursting onstage in this brilliantly funny homage to the telenovela. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. theoldglobe.org | Performances+
SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Veronica Swift
June 24. Veronica Swift has garnered an impressive repertoire whilst still being relatively early in her professional career, and now, she’s returning to the Center with more of her incredible music. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. scfta.org | Performances+
SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
An Evening with Brian Stokes
June 24. Two-time Tony Award winner and Broadway’s “last leading man” (New York Times) performs a medley of contemporary music as well as fan favorites from the American songbook and Broadway for one-night-only. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. scfta.org | Performances+
BROADSTAGE
blackbox: Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band
June 23. Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band is an all-star tribute to the vast musical repertoire of the late Blues and Soul legend Bobby “Blue” Bland. Performing Arts Center, Main Stage, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. broadstage.org
SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY
An Evening with CAKE
June 20. Sacramento based band CAKE’s recent album, Showroom of Compassion, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200. They have a sound and vision like no other having originally formed as a somewhat antagonistic answer to grunge. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego. theshell.org| Performances+
SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY
Earth, Wind & Fire
June 18. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and music legends perform their greatest hits bringing their blend of funk, jazz, pop, soul and R&B to The Rady Shell at Jacob Park. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego. theshell.org | Performances+
DANCE AT THE MUSIC CENTER
Complexions Contemporary Ballet
June 16-18. Led by dance icons Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet has awakened audiences to a new, exciting genre with their singular approach of reinventing dance and contemporary ballet. WOKE is a physical reaction to the daily news—a bold and dynamic one-act ballet. Rock meets ballet in LOVE ROCKS, with music by GRAMMY® Award-winning singer songwriter Lenny Kravitz. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. musiccenter.org | Performances+
LA LAWYERS PHILHARMONIC
Concert of Hope
June 17. The Concert of Hope will feature popular works by Mozart and Beethoven as well as Broadway show music and will be performed on a collection of violins recovered from the Holocaust. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. lalawyersphil.org
BROADSTAGE
Barak Ballet MemoryHouse
June 15-17. Barak Ballet’s first full-evening ballet, an abstract work composed of vignettes commemorating World War II and in particular, the Holocaust. Performing Arts Center, Main Stage, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. broadstage.org
PACIFIC SYMPHONY
Cathedrals of Sound
June 15-17. Miserere by Renaissance composer Gregorio Allegri was so popular the Vatican forbade it to be published. Pacific Chorale director Robert Istad conducts the Miserere, then Carl St. Clair leads Richard Strauss’ transcendent tone poem followed by the world premiere of Fiat Lux by Scotland’s Sir James MacMillan. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa.pacificsymphony.org | Performances+
SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY
An Evening with John Legend
June 16. Spend the evening with 12-time GRAMMY winner John Legend as he performs intimate reimagining’s of his greatest hits such as “All of Me” and “Ordinary People”. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego. theshell.org | Performances+
WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
My Lord, What a Night
Through June 11. Based on true events, My Lord, What a Night takes us into Einstein’s home and imagines the conversations and circumstances that led to Anderson’s historic concert on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and the beginning of the civil rights movement. Lovelace Studio Theater, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. thewallis.org
SAN DIEGO SYMPHONY
Diana Ross: The Music Legacy Tour
June 11. Listen to a catalog of hits by the iconic Diana Ross—from her solo career to her time as lead singer of The Supremes. Fans will be moved by timeless hits such as “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”, and “Endless Love”. The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego. theshell.org | Performances+
LA MASTER CHORALE
Ellington/Williams
June 10-11. This concert is a celebration of distinctive music created by two American originals: Duke Ellington and Mary Lou Williams. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. lamasterchorale.org | Performances+
PASADENA PLAYHOUSE
Bernadette Peters in Concert
June 10-11. Broadway’s brightest star and Sondheim’s most stunning muse, in an evening of Broadway songs as well as songs from her award-winning albums. 39 S. El Molina Ave., Pasadena. pasadenaplayhouse.org | Performances+
WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Alonzo King LINES Ballet: Deep River
June 9-11 A new work featuring vocalist Lisa Fischer set to a score by jazz pianist/composer Jason Moran. Bram Goldsmith Theater, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. thewallis.org
LOS ANGELES OPERA
Renée Fleming
June 10. Soprano Renée Fleming, hailed as one of the greatest artists of our time, will captivate you with a performance that highlights her sumptuous voice, compelling stage presence and beguiling musical curiosity. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laopera.org | Performances+
PACIFIC SYMPHONY
Renée Elise Goldsberry
June 9-10. Principal Pops Conductor Laureate Richard Kaufman leads Goldsberry (The Lion King, Rent, Hamilton) and the Symphony for an evening of renditions of some of her favorite songs. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. pacificsymphony.org | Performances+
DANCE AT THE MUSIC CENTER Spotlight Grand Finale
June 8. The Music Center’s Spotlight Grand Finale features an evening of unforgettable performances by our 14 Spotlight Grand Prize Finalists. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. musiccenter.org
LOS ANGELES OPERA
Otello
Through June 4. James Conlon takes command of the powerhouse cast, led by Artist in Residence Russell Thomas in the title role and Rachel Willis-Sørensen as Desdemona. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laopera.org | Performances+
PACIFIC SYMPHONY
Organ Virtuoso Christopher Houlihan
June 4. Organist Christopher Houlihan has established an international reputation as an “intelligently virtuoso musician” (Gramophone), hailed for his “glowing, miraculously life-affirming performances” (Los Angeles Times). Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. pacificsymphony.org | Performances+
LA PHILHARMONIC
Dudamel conducts Mozart
June 1-4. One of the world’s great Mozart pianists, Mitsuko Uchida, joins Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic for a sublime program. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laphil.com
BROADSTAGE
Jason Moran
June 3. Virtuosic jazz pianist and celebrated conceptual artist Jason Moran makes his BroadStage debut with a solo piano concert featuring highlights from his extraordinary recording career. Performing Arts Center, Main Stage, 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. broadstage.org
PACIFIC SYMPHONY
Hansel & Gretal—Opera for Kids!
June 3. This kid-friendly production features spoken narration and acting, as well as the most charming and catchy tunes from the original opera, sung by talented opera singers. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. pacificsymphony.org
SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Ballet British Columbia
June 3. Ballet BC is an internationally acclaimed collaborative and creation-based contemporary ballet company that is a leader and resource in the creation, production, and education of contemporary dance in Canada. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. scfta.org | Performances+
WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Grauman Fellow Artem Diaz Kolesov Fominyx: Ysaÿe Violin Sonatas No. 4, 5 & 6
June 3. Artem will replicate the experience of ‘The People’s Ensemble’ meetings, which usually concluded with community members inviting him to share his progress on the Ysaÿe sonatas. Lovelace Studio Theater, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. thewallis.org
Grieg Piano Concerto
June 1-3. This is one of the most beloved, most passionate Piano Concertos in the entire repertoire. Teddy Abrams, at the forefront of America’s new generation of conductors leads Stravinsky’s colorful Petrushka, and an overture of his own. Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa. pacificsymphony.org | Performances+
LA PHILHARMONIC
Rufus Wainwright
June 2. The man Elton John called “the greatest songwriter on the planet” premieres his new album Folkocracy with special guests. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laphil.com
WALLIS ANNENBERG CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Jordan Bak, Geneva Lewis & Evren Ozel
June 1. This program offers a unique blend of artistic collaboration and instrumental and interpretational distinction between performers Bak (viola), Lewis (violin), and Ozel (piano). Bram Goldsmith Theater, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. thewallis.org
Photo credits: Destiny of Desire by Jim Cox. Otello by Robert Miller. All images are courtesy of the businesses and venture.
