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Mahler 6 with Dudamel

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

Hammer blows fall when Dudamel leads Mahler’s emotionally complex “Tragic” Symphony. Thursday, January 11 at 8 p.m. Friday, January 12 at 11 a.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles

Hopelessly Devoted: The Music of Olivia Newton-John

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

Broadway stars are coming together to celebrate the life and career of the beloved singer and actress Olivia Newton-John! Thursday, Jan. 117:30 PM Friday, Jan. 127:30 PM Saturday, Jan. 137:30 PM Samueli Theater, 615 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa

Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto

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

Guest conductor Matthew Halls leads the Pacific Symphony and violinist Paul Huang in Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, a masterpiece of emotion. Concert Timings: January 11, 2024, 8:00 pm January 12, 2024, 8:00 pm January 13, 2024, 8:00 pm   Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa.

TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADY

Casa del Prado Theatre 1600 Village Place, San Diego, United States

In this heartening true tale, a young Mexican-American, Tomás, the offspring of migrant agricultural laborers, encounters a compassionate librarian. This librarian opens the door to the enchanting universe of literature for him. With her mentorship and the allure of narratives, Tomás uncovers a realm of wisdom, triggering his innate abilities and setting off on a […]

Both And (a Play About Laughing While Black)

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

Experience a unique and powerful theater performance with 'Both And (A Play About Laughing While Black)', created and performed by Carolyn Ratteray. This show combines clowning, poetic language, and an impressive solo performance to explore the essence of Black happiness. The story follows Teayanna, who finds herself in a mysterious realm between life and death […]

Sean Mason Quartet

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, United States

New York-based jazz pianist and composer, Sean Mason, has performed and toured with jazz legends including Branford Marsalis, Wynton Marsalis and Herlin Riley. Hear him and the members of his quartet for the first time in San Diego. Sunday, 5 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.

SHEN YUN 2024

California Center for the Arts, Escondido 340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA, United States

Shen Yun Performing Arts, a non-profit group from New York, brings ancient Chinese culture and traditions to life on stage, showcasing China's history from before communism. Currently, Shen Yun cannot be performed in China. The name 'Shen Yun' translates to 'the beauty of divine beings dancing.' The performance features classical Chinese dance, one of the […]

Art of Elan @ The JAI: Death and the Maiden

The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA, United States

Art of Elan returns to The Conrad with a performance that features the epic “Death and the Maiden” string quartet by Franz Schubert. A complimentary pre-concert talk with Alex Greenbaum will take place at 6 p.m. in the Wu Tsai Courtyard.

In Momentum: Time and Space

CAP AT UCLA 10745 Dickson Ct., Los Angeles, United States

Join acclaimed pianist Althea Waites for 'Momentum: Time and Space', an evening of music featuring the works of Margaret Bonds, renowned for her African American spiritual arrangements and collaborations with Langston Hughes, and other lesser-known but remarkable African American composers. Waites is dedicated to promoting her peers and fostering new musical experiences. Her influential album […]

Diavolo: Existencia

The Soraya 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA, United States

In January 1994, Cal State University Northridge experienced the worst natural disaster to hit the university campus. What followed next was an extraordinary act of perseverance and a fledgling dance company was born to meet the omement with innovative works that celebrated the human spirit. Existencia, a Soraya commissioned work, reflects how a community resets […]

KATE

Pasadena Playhouse 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA, United States

In her highly acclaimed solo performance, esteemed comedian Kate Berlant delves into the experiences that have shaped her journey to the present. Through her remarkable portrayal of numerous characters in this captivating display, she skillfully undergoes transformations right before the audience, unveiling a long-concealed truth. The show is directed by Bo Burnham.

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