Ulysses Owens, Jr. & J’Nai Bridges
2023-04-27 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
Opera star J’Nai Bridges and Grammy Award-winning drummer and jazz trailblazer Ulysses Owens, Jr. collaborate on Notes on Hope, which includes French art songs, jazz and spirituals from Debussy, Ravel, Ellington, Mary Lou Williams, and more. “Bridges’ voice is a rich blanket of plush sound” (Opera News). “Clear, purposeful communication has anchored Ulysses Owens Jr.’s artistry since he was a kid playing drums in church” (Downbeat).
Jalen Baker, vibraphone
Ted Rosenthal, piano
David Rosenthal, guitar
Carol Robbins, harp

Dance at The Music Center
2023-04-28 - 2023-04-30 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
One of the most famous and dynamic dance ensembles in the world, Paul Taylor Dance Company serves as the premier institution for American modern dance and is known for unparalleled artistry and expansive repertory. In a seminal piece of Americana, and through the hit songs of the Andrews Sisters, Company B juxtaposes the energy and enthusiasm of the country in the early 1940s with the human toll of a young nation drawn into World War II. The second piece will be a world premiere by Resident Choreographer Lauren Lovette, former principal dancer with New York City Ballet, set to the music of Michael Daugherty’s scintillating percussion concerto Dreamachine. Each performance will conclude with German choreographer Kurt Jooss’ The Green Table. Created between world wars, this work is one of the most iconic and celebrated anti-war dances of all time. With timeless designs by Hein Heckroth and Hermann Mankard and music by Fritz Cohen, The Green Table’s narrative is just as relevant, and the drama just as searing, as when it premiered 90 years ago.

Venue
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
Company B, The Green Table, and a world premiere by Resident Choreographer Lauren Lovette.

LA PHILHARMONIC: Bohemian Strings
2023-05-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Cellist David Garrett curates a concert focused on Bohemian composers and is joined by members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. This stirring program of Czech chamber music includes Leoš Janáček’s String Quartet No. 2, Bohuslav Martinů’s Third String Quarte and Antonín Dvořák.

Dvořák and Bruckner
2023-05-05 - 2023-05-07 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
May 5-7. LA Phil Principal Concertmaster Martin Chalifour and Vienna State Opera Music Director Philippe Jordan come together for a program of extraordinary melodies of Dvořák’s violin concerto and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7. Friday and Saturday, at 8 p.m. Sunday, 2 p.m.

Los Angeles Children’s Chorus
2023-05-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
May 7. The Grammy-award winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus, featuring nearly 300 choristers from six choral ensembles, covers works that span more than four centuries: from Johan Sebastian Bach to the world premiere performances of new works by composers Ellen Gilson Voth, Derrick Skye and Pedro Osuna.

TAURUS SZN: A Birthday Party for Rico Nasty
2023-05-09 11:00 - 19:00 | NTWRK LA, 433 N. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, 90048, United States
Rapper and trap artist Rico Nasty, in collaboration with WMX (Warner Music Group’s in-house creative agency) and NTWRK, presents TAURUS SZN: A Birthday Party for Rico Nasty. The birthday bash pop-up will take place on Tuesday, May 9th at NTWRK LA (433 N. Fairfax Ave), from 11am to 7pm PT.
The pop-up event will feature merchandise from Rico’s latest tour including her liquid workout bra and biker shorts, the 3-headed Rico tapestry, and new merch like a “Taurus Bullshit” shirt and a yet-unseen poster. Rico Nasty herself will make an appearance at the event to spend time with her fans, sign merchandise, and take photos with attendees before her concert that night.
Reserve Here

Beethoven and Strauss
2023-05-11 - 2023-05-14 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
May 11, 13-14. Pianist Pierre-Laurent is joined by the Los Angeles Philharmonic as he plays Beethoven’s Fourth Concerto. Finnish conductor Eva Ollikainen concludes the program with the Der Rosenkavalier Suite. Thursday, 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 2 p.m.

blackbox: Mento Buru
2023-05-12 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
May 12. Mento Buru is a 7-piece band, combining an energetic blend of Latin rhythms, Jamaican SKA, jazz, funk, and reggae. Starts at 8 p.m.

Blue13 Dance Company
2023-05-12 19:30 - 2023-05-13 21:30 | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
May-May 13. Blue13’s work rejects monolithic representations of both Indianness and contemporaneity and reveals complexities intrinsic to South Asian and intersectional identities through provocative and boundary-expanding contemporary works.

Salonen, Stravinsky, and Bartok
2023-05-18 - 2023-05-21 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
May 18-19, 21. The incomparable Esa-Pekka Salonen, former LA Phil Music Director, conducts the LA Philharmonic and organist Iveta Apkalna in a program by two of his heroes, Stravinsky and Bartók. Times vary per day.

Miró Quartet with Special Guest Kevin Puts
2023-05-20 | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
May 20. In its Wallis debut, the award-winning Miró Quartet reunites with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Kevin Puts, one of the most important composers of his generation.
Starts at 7:30 p.m.

Stranger Love
2023-05-20 16:00 - 23:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
May 20. Stranger Love is a LA Phil commissioned world-premiere production that follows two lovers whose romance unfolds. An inspired 3 act performance that combines music and theater.

Mastro’s Steakhouse Beverly Hills and Mastro’s Ocean Club Downtown Los Angeles
2023-05-23 - 2023-05-31 | Mastro’s Beverly Hills Steakhouse, 246 N Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 90210, United States
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend by bringing the grill experience home with Mastro’s Butcher Block To-Go.. Indulge in perfectly aged cryo-vac sealed steaks, aged for 28 days and accompanied by Mastro’s exclusive house steak rub. You can conveniently pick up your order at either the Beverly Hills or Downtown Los Angeles location. If you prefer dining in, Mastro’s has enticing specials for you to savor, such as the limited-time Blueberry Lemon Buttercake and Caviar Twice Baked Potato, a Don’t miss out on the exclusive cocktail specials like the Bee Sting and a Belle Glos wine flight , available only until May 31.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
2023-06-02 - 2023-06-25 | La Mirada Theatre, 14900 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, 90638, United States
From the creative minds of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, renowned for their musical masterpieces like Phantom of the Opera and The Lion King, comes a timeless production that has captured hearts across the globe. Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a captivating reimagination of the biblical tale of Joseph, his father Jacob, and his eleven brothers, brought to life with dazzling songs such as “Any Dream Will Do,” “Close Every Door To Me,” “There’s One More Angel In Heaven,” and “Go, Go, Go Joseph.” With its international acclaim and countless awards, this sensational musical has enraptured audiences in over 80 countries.

Alonzo King LINES Ballet: Deep River
2023-06-09 - 2023-06-10 | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Alonzo King LINES Ballet as they present the captivating performance of Deep River. This extraordinary piece features a mesmerizing live vocal performance by the acclaimed GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lisa Fischer, accompanied by a captivating score composed by the renowned jazz pianist, composer, and MacArthur Fellow, Jason Moran. Deep River serves as a special tribute to LINES Ballet’s 40th anniversary season, marking Alonzo King’s second collaboration with Fischer and his ninth collaboration with Moran.
Lisa Fischer, widely recognized for her remarkable talent, has graced the music industry for years as a background singer for legendary icons such as Luther Vandross, The Rolling Stones, Chaka Khan, Tina Turner, and Nine Inch Nails. Her powerful and soulful voice adds an extraordinary dimension to this already breathtaking performance.
Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m.

Bernadette Peters in Concert
2023-06-09 - 2023-06-11 | Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
Prepare to be captivated by the incomparable Bernadette Peters, a shining star of Broadway and the cherished muse of Stephen Sondheim. Experience an unforgettable night of melodic enchantment as Peters takes the stage, showcasing her remarkable vocal prowess through a selection of songs from the acclaimed Broadway shows that have garnered her accolades. Furthermore, be treated to an array of captivating melodies from her Grammy Award-winning and nominated albums. This glamorous evening promises to be a truly extraordinary experience, curated and presented in a style that only the radiant Bernadette Peters can deliver.
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
80 minutes, no intermission

Macbeth
2023-06-10 - 2023-06-25 | Theatricum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Blvd, Topanga, CA, 90290, United States
Shakespeare’s most infamously lethal couple feed each other’s ambitious passion with the gall to scale higher above and beyond everything and everyone around them.

Ellington/Williams
2023-06-10 08:00 - 2023-06-11 17:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Duke Ellington and Mary Lou Williams, two legendary figures in the realm of jazz, displayed an unwavering quest for new avenues of artistic expression. Fueled by their deep-rooted faith, both composers ventured into the creation of significant choral compositions rooted in the African American church tradition, boldly pushing the boundaries of sacred music and jazz. Notably, John Clayton, a highly accomplished bassist, composer, arranger, and producer, who previously held the position of principal bassist with the Amsterdam Philharmonic and co-founded the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, presents his latest masterpiece accompanied by the formidable 19-piece Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. This remarkable concert serves as a jubilant homage to the exceptional musical legacies crafted by these three extraordinary American artists.
Duration: The performance spans approximately 110 minutes, including an intermission.
SAT, JUN 10, 2023 2:00 PM / SUN, JUN 11, 2023 7:00 PM

Renée Fleming
2023-06-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Experience the captivating allure of renowned soprano Renée Fleming, celebrated as one of the most exceptional artists of our era. Prepare to be mesmerized by her remarkable vocal prowess, enchanting stage presence, and insatiable musical curiosity. This eagerly anticipated comeback of a living legend is not to be missed!
The concert will showcase the premiere of “Penelope,” a new concert piece exclusively crafted for Renée Fleming by two extraordinary maestros: composer André Previn and librettist Tom Stoppard. Joining forces with the incomparable talents of Merle Dandridge (known for her role in “The Last of Us”), the esteemed Emerson String Quartet, and the gifted pianist Simone Dinnerstein, “Penelope” delves into the psyche of the legendary heroine. Experience her enduring wait for her beloved husband’s return from war and witness her unwavering strength in the face of a multitude of suitors.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream
2023-06-11 - 2023-09-21 | Theatricum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Blvd, Topanga, CA, 90290, United States
The magical outdoor setting of Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum transforms into an enchanted forest for this signature production for lovers.

Complexions Contemporary Ballet
2023-06-16 - 2023-06-18 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
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.
Times vary per show.

FETCH CLAY, MAKE MAN
2023-06-18 - 2023-07-16 | Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA, 90232, United States
Leading up to one of Cassius Clay’s highly anticipated fights, the heavyweight boxing champion develops an unlikely friendship with controversial Hollywood star Stepin Fetchit. In Fetch Clay, Make Man, a play written by Will Power and directed by Debbie Allen, the story explores the surprising bond between these two influential cultural icons. Despite their stark differences, they join forces to shape their public images and legacies amidst the challenges of the mid-1960s Civil Rights Movement. This powerful and poetic true story reflects Clay’s charisma while incorporating the humor and irreverence of Fetchit’s iconic performances. Through embracing contradiction, Fetch Clay, Make Man delves into the essence of strength, resilience, and pride.
Times Vary per show.

Fetch Clay, Make Man
2023-06-18 - 2023-07-16 | Kirk Douglas Theatre, 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA, 90232, United States
Fetch Clay, Make Man is a thought-provoking exploration of the unlikely alliance between heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali (formerly known as Cassius Clay) and the contentious Hollywood figure, Stepin Fetchit (real name Lincoln Perry). Set against the backdrop of an eagerly-awaited boxing match, the narrative, penned by acclaimed actor and playwright Will Power and directed by Emmy Award® winner Debbie Allen, delves into the contrasts and commonalities between these two influential, yet vastly different cultural titans. On one hand, there’s the dynamic and bold Ali; on the other, the embittered, nearly-forgotten Fetchit. Together, they navigate their public images and mold their legacies amid the Civil Rights Movement turbulence in the mid-1960s. This true tale wields the potency and eloquence of Ali and the wit and irreverence of Fetchit’s well-known act. Fetch Clay, Make Man is a profound examination of strength, resilience, and pride, unearthing unity in contradiction.

Hours vary, check website for more details.

A Transparent Musical
2023-06-23 08:00 - 2023-08-15 17:00 | Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
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.

Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band
2023-06-23 20:00 - 22:00 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Experience the ultimate tribute to the iconic Blues and Soul legend Bobby “Blue” Bland with Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band. Led by Bobby’s son and renowned drummer Rodd Bland, this extraordinary ensemble brings together musicians who shared the stage with Bobby during his illustrious career. From cherished classics to hidden gems, embark on a remarkable sonic journey through Bobby’s vast musical repertoire.

Into The Woods
2023-06-27 - 2023-07-30 | Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Get ready, Ahmanson Theatre-goers! The Broadway sensation, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Tony®-winning masterpiece, ‘Into the Woods’, is on its way straight from the Great White Way. With Broadway superstars reprising their roles—Montego Glover as The Witch, Stephanie J. Block as The Baker’s Wife, Sebastian Arcelus as The Baker, and Gavin Creel as Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf—this production is a show-stopper. Described as “radiant” by Variety, “enchanting” by The Wall Street Journal, and “a priceless revival with a perfect cast” by The Washington Post, it’s an unmissable theatrical treat. Helmed by Lear deBessonet, director of ‘Hercules’, this grand production gives a deserving nod to Sondheim’s legacy and his Broadway genius. Buckle up for an unparalleled theatre journey like never before!
Hours vary per show, check website for more details.

Stew
2023-07-12 - 2023-08-06 | Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
As dawn breaks, Mama hustles in the kitchen, stirring up her renowned stew for a grand occasion. Assisted by her daughters and granddaughter, she nevertheless battles against the relentless tick-tock of the clock. Suddenly, the three generations of Black women sense their past and present converging, creating a poignant atmosphere of reflection. A contender for the 2021 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Zora Howard’s Stew is a delectable mix of humor and suspense, expertly seasoned with a sense of haunting mystery. Beneath the surface bubbles a potent broth of untold stories and hidden depths, making this tightly-packed 90-minute drama an irresistible theatrical feast.
Hours vary, check website for more details.

Dutch National Ballet: Frida
2023-07-14 - 2023-07-16 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Get ready to step into the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo, brought to life through dance in “Frida.” This captivating ballet, crafted by the genius minds of Colombian-Belgian choreographer Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and British composer Peter Salem, takes you on a wild ride through the extraordinary life of the iconic 20th-century Mexican artist. We’re talking the whole enchilada – from her bold refusal to let adversity dull her sparkle, to her fearless battle against societal norms, her tireless advocacy for women’s rights, and those world-renowned self-portraits.
Using dance as a brush, Ochoa vividly paints the canvas of Kahlo’s life, echoing her “expressive surrealism.” Prepare to plunge into the deep sea of Kahlo’s solitude, explore her complex relationship with Diego Rivera, and celebrate her bisexuality and her masterful self-image crafting.
But the fun doesn’t stop there! The Music Center is pairing this exciting ballet with its second dance film festival, produced in collaboration with Dance Camera West. Calling all Southern California dance filmmakers! This is your chance to submit films that mirror themes of self-portraiture and autobiographical dance, inspired by Kahlo’s life and art. So, are you ready to dance the Kahlo way?
Performance Run Time
Two hours and 10 minutes with a 20-minute intermission

A Perfect Ganesh
2023-07-15 08:00 - 2023-10-07 17:00 | Theatricum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Blvd, Topanga, CA, 90290, United States
Terrence McNally’s play about two friends that travel to India and is guided by the Hindu god Ganesha who leads them towards the revelation that sometimes the greatest journey is surviving life.
