blackbox: Mento Buru
broadstage 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, United StatesMay 12. Mento Buru is a 7-piece band, combining an energetic blend of Latin rhythms, Jamaican SKA, jazz, funk, and reggae. Starts at 8 p.m.
May 12. Mento Buru is a 7-piece band, combining an energetic blend of Latin rhythms, Jamaican SKA, jazz, funk, and reggae. Starts at 8 p.m.
May 12-14. The LA Dance Project, founded by Benjamin Millepied, works to inspire, create, educate and change perspectives through the accessible and transformative power of dance in Los Angeles and […]
May-May 13. Blue13’s work rejects monolithic representations of both Indianness and contemporaneity and reveals complexities intrinsic to South Asian and intersectional identities through provocative and boundary-expanding contemporary works.
May 13-14. Conner Gray Covington conducts the San Diego Symphony Orchestra in bringing to life in concert, the Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, the fourth episode of the saga. Starts […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Old Globe presents Destiny of Desire – An Unapologetic Telenovela for the Stage, a witty and modern comedy by Karen Zacarías, winner of the Helen Hayes Award. Directed by […]
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.
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.
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.
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 […]
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 […]
From the creative minds of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, renowned for their musical masterpieces like Phantom of the Opera and The Lion King, comes a timeless production that […]
Love All is the triumphant story of the rise of sports icon and social justice pioneer Billie Jean King. The trailblazer for equality faced tough competition on the court and […]
One of Shakespeare’s most perfect plays—romance, music, poetry, comedy, swordplay, and more! Shipwrecked and alone, young Viola masquerades as her lost twin brother and becomes the go-between for the lovesick […]
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 […]
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 […]
Prepare to be captivated by the incomparable Bernadette Peters, a shining star of Broadway and the cherished muse of Stephen Sondheim. Experience an unforgettable night of melodic enchantment as Peters […]
The much-awaited OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series is back, presented by the County of Orange and OC Parks. Embrace the enchantment of summer evenings at […]
Shakespeare’s most infamously lethal couple feed each other’s ambitious passion with the gall to scale higher above and beyond everything and everyone around them.
Duke Ellington and Mary Lou Williams, two legendary figures in the realm of jazz, displayed an unwavering quest for new avenues of artistic expression. Fueled by their deep-rooted faith, both […]
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 […]
The magical outdoor setting of Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum transforms into an enchanted forest for this signature production for lovers.
The magical outdoor setting of Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum transforms into an enchanted forest for this signature production for lovers.
Listen to a catalog of hits by the iconic Diana Ross—from her solo career to her time as lead singer of The Supremes. Fans will be moved by timeless hits […]
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st century […]
Miserere by Renaissance composer Gregorio Allegri was so popular the Vatican forbade it to be published. Pacific Chorale director Robert Istad conducts the Miserere, then Carl St. Clair leads Richard […]
Led by dance icons Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet has awakened audiences to a new, exciting genre with their singular approach of reinventing dance and contemporary ballet. […]
Witness an extraordinary solo presentation showcasing the musical genius of John Legend, a remarkable artist who has been honored with 12 GRAMMY® awards. Prepare to be captivated by intimate renditions […]
Leading up to one of Cassius Clay's highly anticipated fights, the heavyweight boxing champion develops an unlikely friendship with controversial Hollywood star Stepin Fetchit. In Fetch Clay, Make Man, a […]
Fetch Clay, Make Man is a thought-provoking exploration of the unlikely alliance between heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali (formerly known as Cassius Clay) and the contentious Hollywood figure, Stepin Fetchit […]
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees and music legends perform their greatest hits bringing their blend of funk, jazz, pop, soul and R&B to The Rady Shell at Jacob […]
Sacramento based band CAKE's recent album, Showroom of Compassion, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top 200. They have a sound and vision like no other having originally formed as […]
Two-time Tony Award winner and Broadway's "last leading man" (New York Times) performs a medley of contemporary music as well as fan favorites from the American songbook and Broadway for […]
The uplifting comic story of the Pfefferman family, whose patriarch is finally allowing their true selves to emerge as the transgender matriarch she always knew she was.
Experience the ultimate tribute to the iconic Blues and Soul legend Bobby "Blue" Bland with Rodd Bland and the Members Only Band. Led by Bobby's son and renowned drummer Rodd […]
Veronica Swift has garnered an impressive repertoire whilst still being relatively early in her professional career, and now, she’s returning to the Center with more of her incredible music.
Get ready, Ahmanson Theatre-goers! The Broadway sensation, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony®-winning masterpiece, 'Into the Woods', is on its way straight from the Great White Way. With Broadway superstars […]
All aboard for a spectacular journey with Montreal's avant-garde physical theatre collective, The 7 Fingers! This groundbreaking show infuses acrobatics, theatre, music, and dance in a spellbinding performance revolving around […]
“Failure is not an option...” Hailed by critics and audiences alike, Universal Pictures’ Apollo 13 tells the incredible story of one of the most thrilling and suspenseful missions in the […]
DreamWorks' How to Train Your Dragon has captivated both critics and audiences with its original narrative that masterfully blends humor, fiery action, and grand adventure! The protagonist, Hiccup, is a […]
After the launch of his album CHARLIE, Puth embarked on his 'One Night Only' tour, providing fans worldwide a firsthand experience of his latest album and popular hits. In 2020, […]
Tchaikovsky X. Drake is a remarkable orchestral blend that merges the music of two romantic-era composers, albeit separated by nearly a century. Drake's twenty-two songs are seamlessly integrated into Piotr […]
Unfolding an unparalleled comeback narrative, this fresh musical chronicles the life of a woman who audaciously shattered the barriers of racism, sexism, and ageism, ultimately earning the title of the […]
Swirl into a dance of discovery, traverse a brain in motion, and delve into a life on the spectrum with the vibrant and expressive Jenn Freeman. After her Autism Spectrum […]
As dawn breaks, Mama hustles in the kitchen, stirring up her renowned stew for a grand occasion. Assisted by her daughters and granddaughter, she nevertheless battles against the relentless tick-tock […]
Get ready to step into the vibrant world of Frida Kahlo, brought to life through dance in "Frida." This captivating ballet, crafted by the genius minds of Colombian-Belgian choreographer Annabelle […]
Get ready for a whirlwind tour through Dostoevsky's epochal masterpiece, now ingeniously transformed into a 90-minute rollercoaster ride of ethical conundrums, courtesy of the incredible duo, Gordon Greenberg and Steve […]
