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 […]
Sit beneath the trees of Balboa Park and listen to new commissioned work by Andres Martin—a rhapsodic tribute to maternal love. Other highlights include Picnic Suite by Claude Bolling, Berbol Suite by Claire Vazart and John Clayton’s Bach to Blues. .
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. […]
Critically acclaimed pianist Alexander Malofeev, the young “Russian genius” (Corriere della Sera) who came to international prominence when he won the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians in 2014, makes his Orange County debut.
Grammy-nominated Miho Hazama, celebrated in Downbeat's "25 for the Future", is among the standout composers/arrangers of her era. Originating from Tokyo, Hazama blends her classical training and jazz piano skills with a distinctive voice in composition. Experience her and her jazz orchestra's unique fusion of big band jazz, modern classical, and pop at their Center […]
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 […]
The San Diego Symphony Orchestra presents "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert" with John Williams' Grammy®-winning score performed live, under the baton of Norman Huynh. Experience the Oscar®-winning film with its iconic soundtrack. After an Empire attack, the rebels scatter from Hoth. Han Solo and Princess Leia evade Imperials, Luke Skywalker learns from […]
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 […]
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.
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.
This cherished favorite returns to the theater, mesmerizing spectators with its ageless narrative and entrancing tunes. Located in Austria as World War II looms, the tale unfolds around Maria, a lively governess with an ardor for song, assigned to care for the seven von Trapp children. In navigating her trials with this fractured household, Maria […]
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.
