Troupe Vertigo enchants with an evening of breathtaking artistry, where cirque acrobatics, classical dance, and the best of Broadway melodies blend into an unforgettable symphonic spectacle. Witness as reality bends and expectations twist, with Los Angeles’s own Troupe Vertigo redefining the boundaries of performance through their dizzying dramatic fusion of Circus-Dance-Theater.
Grammy-award winning jazz singer, Diana Krall, has a musical style that has made her one of the most recognizable artists of our time.
The minimalist composer Max Richter celebrates his 2004 album The Blue Notebooks and presents new material
South Korean composer Unsuk Chin’s Cello Concerto is taken up by San Diego Symphony’s own Alisa Weilerstein and Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7, described as a cathedral in sound, is led by music director Rafael Payare
A once-successful restauranteur has bills piling up and she must choose: hold on to her late husband’s vision or compromise in the name of progress. This heartwarming world premiere comedy features a vibrant cast who work to build a legacy and a new kind of American Dream.
Grammy-Award winning ensemble Chanticleer takes the Main Stage for a program that will include music from Renaissance masterworks to Romantic part-songs, contemporary commissions, vocal jazz and everything in between.
George Bernard Shaw’s high-flying comedy about eight marriage proposals and a plane crash that take place all in one afternoon. What should have been a celebration of upcoming nuptials into aristocracy becomes wildly unexpected upon the unexpected arrival of uninvited guests.
A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget! Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA
Experience big performances on a more intimate scale when musicians from the LA Phil perform chamber music in small ensembles.
Bold, satisfying, and packed with razor-sharp twists, Lucas Hnath’s Tony-nominated play dives into the messy reality of what it means to be a woman living on your own terms.
Journey with Carl St. Clair and the Pacific Symphony through the timeless serenity of Gregorian chant and Bach’s Sinfonia. The evening culminates with Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7.
It's the fictitious story of a very famous writer / director / star trying to save Broadway from mediocrity and oblivion. Along the way, this sharp and lovable genius not only takes aim at Broadway's current mega-hit, but manages to make hysterical mince-meat out of many classic and new Broadway shows.
Continuing the Future Sounds of Jazz series curated by Stanley Clarke, BroadStage presents jazz pianist, drummer, and composer, Julius Rodriguez.
Considered one of the finest pianists of today, Jean-Yves Thibaudet takes the Jacobs Music Center stage to perform his acclaimed interpretation of Camille Saint-Saëns' final piano concerto. Then Rafael Payare and the Symphony tackle Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 7, Leningrad.
Renowned French conductor Ludovic Morlot leads Spanish dance-inspired symphonic poems with the LA Phil, plus a world premiere cello concerto from Julia Adolphe.
LA Philharmonic hosts an interactive concert that introduces young audiences to symphonic music. Families are invited to participate in hands-on arts workshops.
Renowned pianist Jean Yves Thibaudet shines in Gershwin’s joyful Concerto in F and Teddy Abrams leads Strauss’ Also sprach Zarathustra made famous by Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Cameron Carpenter, a celebrated gamechanger in the world of organ, performs an extravagant program of Bach, Franck and Mussorgsky.
World-renowned mezzo-soprano Karen Cargill will make her San Diego Symphony debut, conducted by Music Director Rafael Payare for a program featuring Mahler’s Symphony NO. 3, a monumental two-part declaration of faith.
When Yoli brings her new boyfriend home to meet her Latino American parents, he’s not exactly what they were expecting. Everyone tries to be on their best behavior, but generational differences and cultural assumptions collide. Through equal measures of comedy and compassion, they all discover what it truly means to be a family.
The timeless beauty of Mozart's Requiem, elevated to new heights with a captivating world premiere commission by Pacific Symphony's composer-in-residence, Viet Cuong.
Two siblings from one of Britain’s most talented musical families performs cello sonatas by Mendelssohn, Poulenc, and Fauré as well as a new work by British composer and violinist Natalie Klouda.
Percussionist-turned-conductor Gustavo Gimeno leads the symphony after guiding the orchestra through the suspenseful brass-filled suite of love and obsession from Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo before a world premiere spotlighting two of the LA Phil’s own when Principal Percussionist Matthew Howard performs the new concerto by Principal Timpanist and composer Joseph Pereira.
It’s been half a century since Hamlet was produced at the Taper. Tony Award® nominated visionary, Robert O’Hara, who directed the landmark box office hit Slave Play, returns to stage one of the most famous tales ever told in a new, Hitchcockian noir adaptation.
Gustavo Gimeno leads the LA Philharmonic in Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony which opens with a fate motif in the woodwinds and low strings, making its way through the orchestra only to be interrupted by a rich and tender horn solo.
Gustavo Gimeno leads the LA Philharmonic in Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony which opens with a fate motif in the woodwinds and low strings, making its way through the orchestra only to be interrupted by a rich and tender horn solo.
When the decadent Duke of Mantua sets his sights on Rigoletto’s young daughter, it’s enough to send the carefree court jester into a deadly rage. But revenge comes at a price. Verdi master James Conlon conducts one of the most heartbreaking operas of them all.
When the decadent Duke of Mantua sets his sights on Rigoletto’s young daughter, it’s enough to send the carefree court jester into a deadly rage. But revenge comes at a price. Verdi master James Conlon conducts one of the most heartbreaking operas of them all.
The Los Angeles Master Chorale’s 60th Anniversary season concludes with a spectacular mash-up of music from the English Tudor period and the new choral Renaissance happening right here in L.A. The second part of the program points toward the future with works by several influential L.A. based composers who are particularly close to the Chorale, […]
Soo-Yeoul Choi leads the LA Phil New Music Group in a program that will feature a world premiere LA Phil commissioned work for solo violin and ensemble by Yie-Eun Chun.
An emotional examination of the human experience, this piece is filled with laughter, tears, and moments of reflection that make up one woman’s ordinary life. The play explores the passing of time, the evolution of relationships, and the profound changes that occur in a person's life from one year to the next. Through its characters […]
An emotional examination of the human experience, this piece is filled with laughter, tears, and moments of reflection that make up one woman’s ordinary life. The play explores the passing of time, the evolution of relationships, and the profound changes that occur in a person's life from one year to the next. Through its characters […]
Verdi’s Requiem is rich with emotional contrasts and unforgettable arias, like the “Libera me” for soprano, that showcases Verdi’s lyrical genius. Carl St. Clair leads the Pacific Symphony with Pacific Chorale’s artistic director Robert Istad to bring the monumental work to life.
Disney's 'Frozen' features all of the film's beloved songs along with new music written exclusively for the stage. Full of magic, humor and a stunning musical score, Disney's Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance,, and finding the real meaning of true love.
Sunwook Kim performs his signature Brahms, plus, world premieres by Sunghyun Lee, Kay Kyurim Rhie, and Texu Kim.
Unsuk Chin’s haunting Clarinet Concerto and a Brahms showpiece for two rising South Korean stars.
A night of passion with the greatest hits of the ‘90s and ‘00s Latin pop Enrique Iglesias, the Miami Sound Machine vibes of Gloria Estefan, the guitar-god grooves of Santana, the unbridled energy of Ricky Martin, and more. This one-of-a-kind program is curated and led by Principal Pops Conductor and Latin music expert Enrico Lopez-Yañez. […]
The iconic soprano closes out the season with an enchanting evening of arias and songs. This is your chance to savor the exquisite voice and peerless artistry of this longtime audience favorite, treasured for her unforgettable LA Opera appearances in La Traviata, A Streetcar Named Desire and The Light in the Piazza, as well as numerous concerts […]
Created by the Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, this 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?
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson's career has accumulated more than 4,000 songs to his credit. This year of 2025 will mark the 50th ANNIVERSARY of his 1975 breakthrough album, A Quiet Storm. His tour “Smokey Legacy Tour” will highlight this 50th anniversary as well as celebrate all of his top hits throughout the decades.
Grammy, Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress, singer and producer, Cynthia Erivo is joined by the San Diego Symphony Orchestra led by Conductor Anthony Parnther.
The Buena Vista Orchestra, is led by Cuban trombonist,composer, arranger and musical director Jesus Ramos and features key players from throughout the history of The Buena Vista Social Club.
Dance the night away with Barbie The Movie: In Concert! The record-shattering, full-length feature film will be accompanied by a live orchestra, performing both the score and the beloved pop songs from the iconic soundtrack.
Audiences can experience Jurassic Park,,the action-packed adventure that pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. as never before: projected in HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture.
Boyz II Men returns to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park with the San Diego Symphony following the Grammy Award-winning group’s sold-out debut at the venue in 2022. Comprising of Nathan Morris, Wanya Morris and Shawn Stockman, the group has sold over 60 million albums, and holds the distinction of being the best-selling R&B group […]
Weird Al brings his legendary full-production multimedia comedy rock show back to the concert stage, playing his iconic hits as well as some never-performed-live-before fan favorites. Al’s long-time band is joined by four additional players to create a super-sized concert experience.
Conductor Stephanie Childress – Principal Guest Conductor of the Barcelona Symphony Orchestra – makes her San Diego Symphony debut in the orchestra’s annual favorite, Tchaikovsky Spectacular. Featuring many of the composer’s most celebrated works, the program also includes Chopin’s romantic Piano Concerto No. 1, delivered by Austrian pianist Kiron Atom Tellian, who is also making […]
Enjoy many of the decade’s greatest hits - brought to you by conductor Stuart Chafetz, a cast of all-star performers and the San Diego Symphony Orchestra – such as “Livin La Vida Loca,” “Killing Me Softly,” “Getting’ Jiggy Wit It,” “One,” “I’m Your Baby Tonight” and many more!
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.
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
