The Program: Mark your calendar for these September 2025 SoCal Performances

& Juliet arrives at Segerstrom Center

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The Program: Mark your calendar for these September SoCal performances.

Note: Though hours and formats are updated regularly, they can change without notice; best to confirm at venue websites.

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Calidore String Quartet

Sept. 30.  Known for their vibrant interpretations and razor-sharp technical brilliance, the Calidore will present a captivating program featuring Haydn’s playful “Largo” from Op. 76 No. 5, the bold world premiere of a new work by Turnage (a Schlichting Commission), and Beethoven’s profoundly spiritual String Quartet No. 12 in Eb Major, Op. 127. Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

THE OLD GLOBE

Small

Sept. 27-Oct. 19. An autobiographical tour-de-force about a small Long Island kid with a big dream. Bullied since childhood, Bobby’s small stature finally wins him respect and success on the racetrack as a jockey. But when his body begins to grow, his dreams seem to slip away, and he must decide how far he’ll go to hold on to glory. From racing horses at Belmont Park to dancing on Broadway stages, Robert Montano brings his own breathtaking career to life onstage. Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. theoldglobe.org

BROADSTAGE

Stella Cole 

Sept. 27. Stella Cole went from self-producing short a capella clips of classic standards online, to signing with one of the world’s biggest music labels. She now brings her vocal quality, storytelling ability, and extraordinary talent to BroadStage. 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. broadstage.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Lea Salonga Stage, Screen & Everything in Between

Sept. 26.  Musical theatre royalty and official Disney Legend Lea Salonga is bringing her acclaimed Stage, Screen & Everything In Between tour to Segerstrom Center for one night only!    Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Samin Nosrat

Sept. 25.  Samin Nosrat as she discusses her new book, GOOD THINGS, on stage with Los Angeles-based food critic for The New York Times, Tejal Rao. Samin will share stories around the inspiration for the cookbook, her development and selection of the recipes, and the culinary rituals she shares with close friends. Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

LA OPERA

Westside Story

Sept 20-Oct 4. Young love crosses enemy lines in America’s greatest love story. Experience Bernstein’s masterpiece on a scale you’ve never seen before, with a colossal cast of artists and dancers. Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laopera.org

RADY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK

Classics Albums Live Performs Prince: Purple Rain

Sept. 20. Regularly ranked among the greatest albums of all time, Prince’s Purple Rain was the artist’s first to reach #1 on the Billboard 200, where it spent nearly half a year atop the charts. Brought to you live by the artists at Classic Albums Live, experience the artistry of the entire album – plus other great hits from Prince – note for note, cut for cut! 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego.  theshell.org

BROADSTAGE

The Reverend Shawn Amos Dance Party

Sept. 20. Curator of the blackbox series The Reverend Shawn Amos opens the 2025/26 Season for a joyful night of classic 1960s dance and rhythm & blues, plus favorites from his own catalogue. 1310 11th St., Santa Monica. broadstage.org

LA MIRADA THEATRE

Come From Away

Sept 19-Oct 12. Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world.  What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family. 14900 La Mirada Blvd. La Mirada. lamiradatheatre.com

THE WALLIS

Martín + Altstaedt + Schumann

Sept. 14. The 2025/26 season begins with a concert of classics led by Jaime Martin. The program will also include the L.A. debut of acclaimed cellist Nicolas Altstaedt.. Bram Goldsmith Theater, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. thewallis.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

John Clayton with ETHEL

Sept. 14.  The collaboration of John Clayton, a master of the bass, and the innovative ETHEL Quartet, weaves together the rich, resonant tones of Clayton’s bass with the quartet’s dynamic string arrangements, creating a sound that is both familiar and refreshingly new. Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

SOUTH COAST REPERTORY

Million Dollar Quartet

Sept. 13-Oct. 11.  This Tony Award-nominated musical will have you rocking down memory lane with more than 20 chart-topping hits by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins. Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascr.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Classic Albums Live Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here

Sept. 13.  Classic Albums Live takes the greatest classic rock albums and recreates them live on stage – note for note, cut for cut. Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

THE OLD GLOBE

Huzzah!

Sept. 13-Oct. 19. Huzzah! Is a world-premiere musical comedy about  two sisters, one a princess and one who works in insurance who must stop fighting to save their father’s Renaissance Faire from financial ruin. Donald and Darlene Shiley Stage, 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego. theoldglobe.org

The Music Center

Camille A. Brown & Dancers

Sept. 12-14.  Five-time Tony Award-nominated director and choreographer Camille A. Brown & Dancers performs to original live music, I AM, in a performance that deepens her exploration of Black joy. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angelescentertheatregroup.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Dancing Queens

Sept. 11-13.  A cast of New York’s top vocalists will be performing the super hits of Cher, Madonna, Donna Summer, Whitney Houston, The Pointer Sisters and more.  Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

RADY SHELL AT JACOBS PARK

An Evening with Chicago

Sept. 10. Hailed as one of the “most important bands in music since the dawn of the rock and roll era,” Chicago continue to be true ambassadors for their beloved hometown, carrying the city’s name with pride and dignity around the world. 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego. theshell.org

PASADENA PLAYHOUSE

Eureka Day

Sept. 10-Oct. 5.  When a mumps outbreak hits a progressive private school in Berkeley, the well-meaning PTA descends into full-blown chaos trying to create a perfectly inclusive vaccination policy. Spoiler: it does not go well. Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S El Molino Ave, Pasadena, pasadenaplayhouse.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Scott Bradlee’s Postmmodern Jukebox Magic and Moonlight Tour

Sept. 6.  Concertgoers can expect to enter a parallel musical universe where modern- day earworms and iconic pop hits alike are reimagined in classic genres like 1920s jazz, Swing, Doo-wop and Motown, and brought to life by a cast of some of the world’s best singers, dancers, and instrumentalists.  Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

SEGERSTROM CENTER FOR THE ARTS

& Juliet

Sept. 9-21.  A hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told. & Juliet asks: what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way. Segerstrom Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesascfta.org

Photo Credits: & Juliet courtesy of Center Theatre Group. All images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.

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