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Stephanie J. Block with Seth Rudetsky
2023-10-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
An evening of intimate behind-the-scenes stories prompted by Rudetsky’s funny, insightful, and revealing questions—and the music from Block’s stellar Broadway career.

The Engagement Party
2023-10-04 - 2023-11-05 | Geffen Playhouse, 10886 Le Conte Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90024, United States
A young couple is celebrating their engagement in their swank Park Avenue apartment with family and friends when the night takes an unexpected turn. Lives are irrevocably changed.

Nat Geo Live: Wild Cats Revealed
2023-10-17 19:30 - 21:00 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Through photographer and filmmaker Kadur’s captivating images and video, you’ll get an up-close look at a world of wild cats you’ve never seen before.

Vadym Kholodenko in Recital
2023-10-18 20:00 - 22:00 | The Soraya, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, 91330, United States
Cliburn gold medalist Vadym Kholodenko returns to the Soraya for another intimate and emotional program that spans several centuries, from Handel and Liszt to the living legend Thomas.

Nano Stern Sings Víctor Jara
2023-10-19 - 2023-10-20 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Nano Stern, armed with his guitar, commemorates the 50th anniversary of legendary Chilean folk singer and slain political activist Victor Jara. Screening of Nano’s documentary film We’ll be Singing by September is showing October 19.

Sibelius and Swan Lake
2023-10-20 - 2023-10-22 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Alpesh Chauhan, Music Director of the Birmingham Opera Company, brings his own acclaimed sense of drama to Tchaikovsky’s timeless melodies and romance in selections from Swan Lake.
Hours vary, check website for more details.

Marisa Monte
2023-10-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
In Brazil, Marisa Monte is revered as both a trailblazer and a traditionalist. Her artistic brilliance and deep emotional connection in her performances shine through as she delivers her pop and samba tracks with a unique twist, inspired by her passion for experimentation and exploration of rhythm and sound. Her distinctive style has earned her global admiration, and according to Rolling Stone Brasil, she stands as the most prominent living singer in the nation.

Tchaikovsky 4
2023-10-21 | Pasadena Symphony and Pops, 131 S St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91105, United States
The Pasadena Symphony heralds the beginning of the Classical Music season with Brett Mitchell at the helm, conducting Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4. Accompanying the orchestra is the Armenian violin virtuoso, Diana Adamyan, delivering Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. As a victor of the Menuhin Competition, The Violin Channel has lauded Adamyan as “a standout young soloist from the emerging generation.”
Time: 2 & 8 p.m.

The Barber of Seville
2023-10-21 - 2023-11-12 | Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Count Almaviva aims to win Rosina’s heart, but her guardian, Doctor Bartolo, opposes. The resourceful barber, Figaro, schemes to ensure love prevails. Celebrated mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard stars as Rosina, with Joshua Hopkins playing the cunning Figaro. Enjoy Rossini’s enchanting score under conductor Louis Lohraseb and a fresh LA production directed by the award-winning Rob Ashford. Don’t miss this vibrant barber rendezvous.

Ruthie Foster
2023-10-21 20:00 - 22:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Ruthie Foster’s dynamic fusion of soul, blues, rock, folk, and gospel has lit up stages worldwide. From Texas church choirs to the U.S. Navy Band and an award-studded career in Austin, her journey has been remarkable. A four-time Grammy nominee for Best Contemporary Blues Album, she’s garnered numerous Blues and Austin Music Awards and France’s Grand Prix du Disque. In 2024, she’ll join the Texas Songwriters Association Hall of Fame. In 2022, upon releasing her album “Healing Time,” she was the sixth artist to receive a Star outside Austin’s historic Paramount Theatre.

Anoushka Shankar Quintet
2023-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | The Soraya, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, 91330, United States
Nine-time Grammy nominee Anoushka Shankar places the sitar front and center in a program that incorporates traditional Indian and modern electric music. She is joined by Aparna and Ashwini Ramaswamy as they perform Ananta,

Gabriel Kahane & Attacca Quartet: Magnificent Bird
2023-10-22 19:00 - 21:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Songwriter Gabriel Kahane tells his own story in a collection of songs, Magnificent Bird in a collaborative performance with Grammy Award-winning Attacca Quartet.

The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan
2023-10-25 | La Mirada Theatre, 14900 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, 90638, United States
“ON YOUR FEET!” chronicles the uplifting journey of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, showcasing their belief in their music and each other. This fresh, acclaimed musical captivates with iconic hits like “Rhythm is Gonna Get You” and “Conga”. Expect to be enthralled from beginning to end!

Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m, Sundays at 1:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

Jungle Book reimagined
2023-10-26 - 2023-10-28 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Experience Akram Khan Company’s reimagined “Jungle Book”, a mesmerizing multimedia adaptation of Kipling’s classic. Follow Mowgli’s journey in a climate-affected world, merging vibrant movement with striking visuals. This universally acclaimed show speaks to all ages, emphasizing unity and respect for nature.

October 26-27 at 7:30 pm; October 28 at 4:00 pm
This program is 2 hours 10 min with one intermission.

An Alpine Symphony with Salonen
2023-10-27 - 2023-10-29 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Witness a vivid musical journey through the Alps with Richard Strauss’s “An Alpine Symphony,” brought to life by Conductor Emeritus Esa-Pekka Salonen and the LA Phil. Experience Pekka Kuusisto’s rendition of Nico Muhly’s “Shrink,” a violin concerto celebrated by NPR for its innovative composition. The concert starts with Salonen’s fanfare tribute to architect Frank Gehry. Supported by the Frank Gehry Fund for Creativity and the Kohl Virtuoso Violin Fund.
Friday at 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday at 2 p.m.

Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends
2023-10-28 - 2023-10-29 | The Soraya, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, 91330, United States
Renowned ballet star Tiler Peck, famed for her tenure at New York City Ballet and her influential online presence, is at her pinnacle. She’s captivating audiences with her own “breathtaking” original work, as acclaimed by the London Press. Alongside her, the performance features a diverse mix of dancers and choreographers, including NYCB peers and tap dance sensation Michelle Dorrance.
Sat Oct 28 | 8 PM

Sun Oct 29 | 3 PM

Meklit Hadero: Movement LIVE
2023-10-28 20:00 - 22:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Movement LIVE is a vibrant blend of concert energy and narrative intimacy, akin to a live podcast. Situated at the intersection of migration and music, it delves into evolving identities and the concept of home. Directed by renowned Indian-American director Sophiyaa Nayar, it engages the audience’s emotions, intellect, and rhythm. Ethiopian-American artist Meklit Hadero leads the show, accompanied by LA-based artists: San Cha, oud expert Clarissa Bitar, and singer Chhom Nimol from Dengue Fever.

Pat Metheny: The Dream Box Tour
2023-10-29 19:00 - 21:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Renowned American guitarist Pat Metheny is among the world’s foremost musicians, boasting 50 recordings and an unmatched twenty Grammys across twelve categories. His ever-evolving musical prowess, as noted by The Guardian, keeps pushing boundaries. CAP UCLA is excited to welcome back Metheny for his captivating solo tour.

Sunday at 7 p.m.

Halloween Organ, Film & Music: The Phantom of the Opera
2023-10-31 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
The Walt Disney Concert Hall’s annual Halloween event showcases the 1920s classic, “The Phantom of the Opera,” featuring Lon Chaney’s iconic portrayal of the Phantom. The 1925 silent film will be enriched by a live organ accompaniment by Clark Wilson.

Brad Mehldau Trio
2023-11-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Brad Mehldau blends jazz exploration, classical romanticism, and pop allure on songs by Radiohead, the Beatles, Paul Simon, and Nick Drake, treating them with reverence as he untangles and re-spins their melodies.

The Jewish Dog
2023-11-09 - 2023-11-19 | The Wallis, 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 92010, United States
The Jewish Dog” at The Wallis is a powerful stage adaptation of the bestselling novel by Israeli author Asher Kravitz. The production, brought to life by the Yonatan Esterkin team, premiered at The Wallis on November 9 and runs through November 19​​​​. This deeply human story, performed with great skill by Roy Abramsohn, is set against the backdrop of the Holocaust. It narrates the journey of a curious and beloved dog belonging to a German Jewish family. The dog’s story provides a unique perspective on the Holocaust, filled with heart, humor, and insight, especially after being adopted by the Nazis during World War II​

Midori Festival Strings Lucerne
2023-11-09 20:00 - 22:00 | The Soraya, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, 91330, United States
The program includes Honegger’s “Pastorale d’été,” Dubugnon’s “Caprice IV,” Schumann’s “Violin Concerto in D minor,” and Beethoven’s “Romance in F major” and “Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major.” Midori, a violin virtuoso who debuted with the New York Philharmonic at 11, joins the Swiss ensemble at The Soraya, showcasing her dual roles as a celebrated musician and a human rights activist. A USC Distinguished Professor, Midori will perform Beethoven’s Romance and Schumann’s enigmatic Violin Concerto, which remained hidden posthumously for 80 years. The evening concludes with Beethoven’s infrequently performed Symphony No. 4.

Canto en resistencia California Festival
2023-11-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Special guest singers join Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil to celebrate iconic protest music by Latina artists that resonates across Latin America and the world.

Canto en resistencia
2023-11-10 - 2023-11-12 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Dudamel leads the LA Phil and special guests in a musical tribute to Latina American artists and activists ranging from Violeta Parra to Silvana Estrada.
Friday at 8 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday at 2 p.m.

Joseph Calleja
2023-11-11 19:30 - 21:30 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja, celebrated for his nostalgic, golden-age voice and likened to legendary singers by the Associated Press, returns to BroadStage in the 2023/24 Celebrity Opera Recital Series. Acclaimed for his extensive discography and performances on prominent opera, concert, and TV stages, Calleja is among today’s most sought-after tenors. His recent engagements include prestigious opera houses like the Metropolitan Opera, Paris Opera, and Royal Opera House, where he earned a GRAMMY® nomination for “La Traviata.” Named Gramophone Magazine’s Artist of the Year in 2012, Calleja is praised by NPR as “arguably today’s finest lyric tenor,” captivating audiences with his warm tone and masterful stage presence.

Nella Debuts in CAP UCLA
2023-11-11 20:00 - 22:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Venezuelan singer Nella, known for her rich and soulful voice, combines her country’s folklore, contemporary sounds, and Andalusian influences in her Spanish-language music. She discovered her mentor and collaborator, producer and songwriter Javier Limón, while studying at Berklee College of Music. Nella’s career propelled forward when she appeared in the film “Everybody Knows” with Penélope Cruz and Javier Bardem, featuring songs by Limón. Her debut album “Voy,” released in 2019, earned her a Latin Grammy for Best New Artist. Additionally, Nella worked with Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, contributing to the soundtrack of “Free Color,” a documentary about artist Carlos Cruz Diez.

Chaparral and Interstates: Green Umbrella
2023-11-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
In a concert produced in collaboration with the Ojai Music Festival, Vimbayi Kaziboni leads new music by California composers.

California Festival: FRAGMENTS 2
2023-11-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Weilerstein’s FRAGMENTS 2 weaves together Bach’s Cello Suites with newly commissioned compositions for an ambitious multisensory concert experience.

Dudamel and the Music of Tango and Ballet
2023-11-17 - 2023-11-19 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Gustavo Dudamel and Gabriela Ortiz, curator of the Pan-American Music Initiative, deepen their collaboration with a program honoring activist women. It features ‘Stride’ by Tania León, inspired by Susan B. Anthony, which won her the Pulitzer Prize, and Ortiz’s new ballet score, echoing the 2019 ‘Glitter Revolution’ in Mexico City, where women protested against sexual violence. Joining them is violinist Leticia Moreno, celebrated for her ‘exalted lyricism and captivating power’ (El País), to perform Astor Piazzolla’s dramatic, tango-infused ‘Four Seasons of Buenos Aires’ with the orchestra.

Takács Quartet
2023-11-17 19:30 - 21:30 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Returning after a sold-out show last year, The Takács Quartet, celebrated for their innovative programming and virtuosity, is back at BroadStage. This time, they present a compelling mix of Haydn, Beethoven, and a new piece by Los Angeles native and esteemed violist Nokuthula Ngwenyama, featured in the California Festival. Ngwenyama’s composition, “Flow,” commissioned for the Takács Quartet, is a contemplative work on climate change. In her exploration of the natural world, she delves into diverse phenomena like starling murmurations, black hole collisions, and the musical translation of protein sequences, including Sars-Covid-2 variants, reflecting on nature’s dynamic flow and interconnectedness.
The New York Times has lauded The Takács Quartet as “one of the world’s greatest string quartets.” Celebrating their 49th season, they mark this occasion with a performance that embodies the creative spirit flourishing in California.
Nokothula Ngwenyama, hailed by Gramophone for her “bold mesmerizing character” in music, rose to fame at 16 after winning the Primrose International Viola Competition. She has since performed globally, including with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and in prestigious venues like the Kennedy Center and the Louvre. An alumna of Crossroads School for Arts and Sciences and the Colburn School, she furthered her studies at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Paris as a Fulbright Scholar and holds a Master of Theological Studies from Harvard University. Ngwenyama has served as the president of the American Viola Society and director of the Primrose International Viola Competition.
