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Bang on a Can All-Stars: Ryuichi Sakamoto
2026-05-16 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
In this powerful live tribute to composer Ryuichi Sakamoto, the Bang on a Can All-Stars breathe new life into the iconic 1996 album. With arrangements by Ken Thomson, the ensemble reimagines selections from some of his most unforgettable works, including The Sheltering Sky, Wuthering Height, and more.

Martín + Marwood + Mozart
2026-05-17 16:00 - 18:00 | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
Music Director Jaime Martín guides LACO through Mozart’s vibrant “Haffner” symphony and Tchaikovsky’s “Mozartiana” suite—a set of loving transfigurations that recast Mozart’s style through the lush textures of the late 19th century.

Die Walküre Act I
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-22 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Following the LA Phil’s acclaimed production ofDas Rheingold, Gustavo Dudamel, famed architect Frank Gehry, and director Alberto Arvelo take on the second installment in Wagner’s grand Ring Cycle:Die Walküre. Envisioned as a three-part saga with each act standing on its own, this production boasts a cast of international opera superstars who bring to life a grand tale of love, fate, duty, and self-determination.

Die Walküre Act II
2026-05-20 - 2026-05-23 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States

Die Walküre Act III
2026-05-21 - 2026-05-24 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Following the LA Phil’s acclaimed production of Das Rheingold, Gustavo Dudamel, famed architect Frank Gehry, and director Alberto Arvelo take on the second installment in Wagner’s grand Ring Cycle:Die Walküre. Envisioned as a three-part saga with each act standing on its own, this production boasts a cast of international opera superstars who bring to life a grand tale of love, fate, duty, and self-determination.

Die Walküre Act III
2026-05-21 - 2026-06-23 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Following the LA Phil’s acclaimed production of Das Rheingold, Gustavo Dudamel, famed architect Frank Gehry, and director Alberto Arvelo take on the second installment in Wagner’s grand Ring Cycle: Die Walküre. Envisioned as a three-part saga with each act standing on its own, this production boasts a cast of international opera superstars who bring to life a grand tale of love, fate, duty, and self-determination.

Sounds of France
2026-05-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Experience some of the most intricate, surprising, and captivating French chamber music through winds, strings, harp, and percussion with members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

Gustavo Dudamel & Yo-Yo Ma
2026-05-28 - 2026-05-30 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Cello icon Yo-Yo Ma reunites with Gustavo Dudamel for a world premiere performance of an underwater field recordings-inspired concerto by Puerto Rican composer Angélica Negrón.

Pacific Jazz Orchestra: Miles Davis & John Coltrane at 100
2026-05-28 19:30 - 21:30 | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
The Pacific Jazz Orchestra presents a powerful tribute to two of the most influential figures in jazz—Miles Davis and John Coltrane—as both artists would have turned 100 in 2026.

Sierra and Strauss
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Gustavo Dudamel conducts the world premiere of Puerto Rican composer Roberto Sierra’s symphonic study after leading Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (“A Hero’s Life”) for the first time.

America @ 250
2026-05-30 | Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91105, United States
Grammy-nominated pianist Joyce Yang captivates audiences with her virtuosity. She performs the West Coast Premiere of composer Johnathan Leshnoff’s Rhapsody on “America” as well as selections from John Williams American Journey—a celebration of American orchestral music.

Primary Trust
2026-05-30 - 2026-06-30 | Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, 90012, United States
Kenneth, a bookstore worker in a small town, spends his evenings drinking at the local bar. When he is laid off, Kenneth faces challenges he has long avoided. It is a story of new beginnings, old friends, and finding the courage to see the world for the first time.
