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Rhapsody in Blue

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

May 14. The joy of George Gershwin will fill the concert hall as Carl St. Clair explores those fascinating rhythms, including Rhapsody in Blue, An American in Paris and other works from the Jazz Age. Who could ask for anything more? Starts at 3 p.m.

Chicago

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

May 16-21. There’s never been a better time to experience Chicago, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy, thousands of standing ovations and now the #1 longest-running American Musical in Broadway history. Times vary per date.

Salonen, Stravinsky, and Bartok

Walt Disney Concert Hall 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 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.

Destiny of Desire – An Unapologetic Telenovela for the Stage

The Old Globe 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, United States

The joys, tribulations, and plot twists of epic love are bursting onstage in this brilliantly funny homage to the telenovela. On a stormy night in Bellarica, Mexico, two babies are born—one into a life of outlandish wealth, and one into a life of poverty. When the newborns are swapped by a ruthless ex–beauty queen, the […]

Miró Quartet with Special Guest Kevin Puts

The Wallis 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 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.

Haydn + Price

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

Pacific Chorale proudly presents Price’s rediscovered Abraham Lincoln Walks at Midnight, alongside Joseph Haydn’s stirring and majestic Nelson Mass. Starts at 5 p.m.

Stranger Love

Walt Disney Concert Hall 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 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

Mastro's Beverly Hills Steakhouse 246 N Canon Drive, Beverly Hills, 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 […]

SINGING WITH THE DEVIL: PAYARE AND CANTATA CRIOLLA

The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, United States

Music Director Rafael Payare leads the Orchestra in works by two of Venezuela’s most notable composers. Antonio Estévez’s best-known music is the 1954 Cantata Criolla, a lively work based on the Venezuelan mythic poem by Alberto Arvelo Torrealba about a singing contest between Florentino and the Devil. And Evencio Castellanos’ Santa Cruz de Pacairigua is […]

Alonzo King LINES Ballet: Deep River

The Wallis 9390 N. Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA, 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 […]

Renée Elise Goldsberry

Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

ANGELICA SCHUYLER IN THE ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST OF HAMILTON Renée Elise Goldsberry graced The Good Wife and One Life to Live on television. Broadway cheered her in Rent, The Color Purple and Hamilton, and gave her a Tony and a Grammy. Hear her golden voice fill Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall in a collection of showstoppers as only she can sing them. […]

Renée Fleming

Dorothy Chandler Pavilion 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 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 […]

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