SoCalPulse

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.

Counterpoint with Conrad Tao & Caleb Teicher
2023-09-30 20:00 - 22:30 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Counterpoint is a collaboration between pianist and composer Conrad Tao and choreographer and dancer Caleb Teicher. Together these artists create an expressive program of stylistically diverse music that is threaded together to create a work that bridges traditions, approaches and styles.

blackbox: Mando Dorame
2023-09-30 20:00 - 22:00 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
LA-born tenor saxophonist Mando Dorame opens the signature blues rhythms series curated by The Reverend Shawn Amos on The Plaza. He is joined by Carl Sonny Leyland and the Boogie Woogie Boys.

Canciones de Mi Madre
2023-09-30 20:00 - 22:00 | The Ford, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
Produced in partnership with Solidarity for Sanctuary, The Ford presents a reimagined concert inspired by Linda Ronstadt’s album that led to a renaissance of Mariachi music in the U.S. Leading the new generation in Ranchera music is Grammy Award-nominee Lupita Infante, granddaughter of beloved artist Pedro Infante. She will be joined by Mariachi Lindas Mexicanas, up and coming El Gallo Dez, and SFS founder-singer songwriter Doris Anahí in an evening of powerful rancheras loved through generations.

A.I.M. BY KYLE ABRAHAM
2023-09-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Carpenter Performing Arts Center, 6200 E. Atherton St., LONG BEACH, CA, 90840, United States
Contemporary Dance Company A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham returns to the Carpenter Center with a repertoire that includes Miller’s solo “Rain” and new works by Paul Singh and Kyle Abraham.

Catherine Russell
2023-09-30 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
Catherine Russell, a Grammy Award-winning jazz singer, is celebrated for her exceptional vocal techniques and her interpretations of blues and early jazz pieces. Born into a distinguished jazz lineage, she is the daughter of Luis Russell, who served as Louis Armstrong’s musical director, and Carline Ray, a multifaceted musician known for her work with the International Sweethearts of Rhythm. Catherine’s intrinsic connection to her musical heritage amplifies the depth and authenticity of her performances, carrying forth a significant legacy.
Times:
Saturday, Sep. 30
7:00 PM
Saturday, Sep. 30
9:00 PM

California Dreamin’: Jessica Vosk Sings the Songwriters of Laurel Canyon
2023-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
Broadway sensation Jessica Vosk (Wicked, Fiddler on the Roof) returns to Segerstrom for a performance inspired by California songwriters of the 1960s and ‘70s such as The Mamas & the Papas, David Crosby and Linda Ronstadt, to name a few.

Ethiocolor
2023-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Music Ensemble Ethiocolor, which draws on Ethiopia’s Azmari culture, blends its ancient roots with modern syles in an exploration of Ethiopian dance and music that tells a story.

Jamie Cullum
2023-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
British jazz musician Jamie Cullum, known for his dynamic stage presence and diverse career, first gained acclaim with his Grammy-nominated album, “Twentysomething,” two decades ago. Since then, he’s become the UK’s best-selling jazz artist, collaborating with the likes of Pharrell, performing at EDM festivals, and partnering with global orchestras. Cullum is set to grace the Walt Disney Concert Hall stage, offering a blend of intimate originals, jazz classics, and unique renditions of hits from beloved artists.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago
2023-09-29 - 2023-10-01 | Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago kicks off Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center’s 21st season with three spectacular performances from September 29 – October 1, 2023. As one of the original forces in contemporary dance, this 14-member company will perform a mixed repertory, including Coltrane’s Favorite Things, a work inspired by John Coltrane’s 1963 rendition of The Sound of Music’s “My Favorite Things”, paired with Aszure Barton’s BUSK, a poignant piece centering the complexity of the human experience and performance. Join The Music Center for an exhilarating residency and a phenomenally engaging experience for Angelenos of all generations and identities!

Hermanos Gutiérrez
2023-09-28 20:00 - 22:00 | The Ford, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
Brothers, Alejandro and Estevan Gutiérrez play guitar in tandem with an intricate and unspoken intuition. Witness the depths of their connection as they perform from their latest album, El Bueno Y El Malo.

Off the Grid
2023-09-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Theatricum, 1419 N Topanga Canyon Blvd, Topanga, CA, 90290, United States
Get away from the daily grind and go “Off the Grid” with Theatricum’s resident improv comedy troupe for an evening of laughs.

Japanese Breakfast
2023-09-27 - 2023-09-28 | Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States
Michelle Zauner’s latest album, the Grammy-nominated Jubilee, tackles the feelings of joy. Her band makes their Walt Disney Concert Hall debut with a set of songs that are grounded in Zauner’s early day in the punk underground.

Jethro Tull: The Seven Decades
2023-09-26 19:30 - 21:30 | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Led by Ian Anderson, the concert will feature a rich collection of the best-known Jethro Tull repertoire from 1968 to date.

Ein Heldenleben
2023-09-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
Music Director Carl St. Clair guides audiences through one of Strauss’s most ambitious compositions depicting the hero’s journey.

J.Ivy and Ensemble
2023-09-23 20:00 - 22:00 | The Nimoy, 1262 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, 90024, United States
Grammy Award-winning poet, spoken work artist and songwriter, J. Ivy is joined on the Nimoy stage by singer Tarrey Torrae and other local musicians as they explore the healing power of words.

John Legend
2023-09-23 20:00 - 22:00 | The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
A full orchestra and gospel choir join Lohn Legend for one-night-only at the Hollywood Bowl. The evening will feature reimaginings of his greatest hits as well as selections from his album LEGEND recently released via Republic Records.

Selena
2023-09-23 20:00 | The Ford, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Ford presents Selena, the film about a young singer’s rise to stardom. The evening with feature Selena-inspired musical performances.

Classic Albums Live Performs Led Zeppelin II
2023-09-23 19:30 - 22:00 | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Led Zeppelin were the people’s band, and Led Zeppelin II was their call to arms. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and recreates those albums live onstage – note-for-note, cut-for-cut – using the world’s best musicians.

Stanley Clarke & Hiromi
2023-09-23 19:30 - 21:30 | broadstage, 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, 90401, United States
Two Grammy winning jazz greats—bassist, recording artist and Artist in Residence, Stanley Clarke and jazz pianist Hiromi—join forces for a not-to-be-missed night of music that will have audiences on their feet dancing.

Los Fabulosos Cadillacs and Los Auténticos Decadentes
2023-09-23 07:00 - 21:00 | The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
Rising jazz vocalist and two-time Grammy Award-winner Samara Joy takes the stage with her powerful, soulful sound.

Terence Blanchard and Turtle Island
2023-09-23 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
The Grammy-winning trumpeter and the Grammy-winning string quartet pay tribute to the legendary composer and saxophonist Wayne Shorter.

Dee Dee Bridgewater and Bill Charlap
2023-09-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Royce Hall, 10745 Dickson Ct, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Two incomparable jazz talents come together—vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater and jazz pianist Bill Charlap—for a virtuosic program that includes interpretations of Ellington, Porter, Sondheim, and others across the musical spectrum.

2023-09-22 20:00 - 22:00 | CAP AT UCLA, 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, 90095, United States
Two incomparable jazz talents come together—vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater and jazz pianist Bill Charlap—for a virtuosic program that includes interpretations of Ellington, Porter, Sondheim, and others across the musical spectrum.

Classic Albums Live Performs Creedence Clearwater Revival: Chronicle, Vol. 1
2023-09-22 | The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks, 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
Creedence Clearwater Revival was America’s greatest band…their music reached out and got an entire continent rocking. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and recreates those albums live onstage – note-for-note, cut-for-cut – using the world’s best musicians.

A Hero’s Life
2023-09-21 - 2023-09-23 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626, United States
Grammy Award-winning artist Eighth Blackbird opens for Pacific Symphony’s Opening Night is anchored by Strauss’s
A Hero’s Life.

Promises
2023-09-20 20:00 - 22:30 | The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
An all-star lineup featuring Floating Points with Shabaka Hutchings, Kieran Hebden, Dan Snaith, Kara-Lis Coverdale, Hinako Omori, Jeffrey Makinson, John Escreet, Lara Serafin with special guests Sun Ra Arkestra performs Promises, the acclaimed 2021 album-length composition recorded with the late tenor saxophonist Pharoah Sanders.

Love in Exile
2023-09-20 20:00 - 22:00 | The Ford, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
Jazz pianist Vijay Iyer, Grammy award-winning singer Arooj Aftab and multi-instrumentalist Shahzad Ismaily use their distinct backgrounds and histories to collaborate in one singular voice for a program that has a timeless beauty and harmony that crosses the boundaries of genres and cultures.

Promises
2023-09-20 20:00 - 22:00 | The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, 90068, United States
An all-star lineup featuring Floating Points with Shabaka Hutchings, Kieran Hebden, Dan Snaith, Kara-Lis Coverdale, Hinako Omori, Jeffrey Makinson, John Escreet, Lara Serafin with special guests Sun Ra Arkestra performs Promises, the acclaimed 2021 album-length composition recorded with the late tenor saxophonist Pharoah Sanders
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