In celebration of The Walt Disney Company's 100th Anniversary, The Soraya presents an official centennial retrospective, paying musical tribute to Disney's legacy of creativity. This event features carefully selected excerpts from Disney's animated film catalog and exclusive behind-the-scenes content from the renowned 'Disney Vault.' Audiences will relish the opportunity to experience beloved classics revived through […]

The Verdi Chorus marks its 40th Anniversary with the special Fall 2023 Concert 40!, taking place at the First Presbyterian Church in Santa Monica on November 18 and 19. Celebrating Anne Marie Ketchum's 40 years as Artistic Director, the chorus, unique in Southern California for its focus on opera chorus music, will perform pieces from […]

In 'Lux Aeterna' (Eternal Light), a captivating work first performed by the Los Angeles Master Chorale in 1997, composer Lauridsen offers a profound and inspiring piece that ignited a global choral music revival. This masterpiece will be paired with a world premiere by renowned jazz pianist and composer Billy Childs. The performance reunites the Chorale […]

When a desperate wish on Day of the Dead reunites Diego Rivera with his wife Frida Kahlo, he jumps at the chance to seek forgiveness. The artists' paintings merge with a folklore-inspired score under the command of Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados.

Award-winning pianist Natasha Paremski will showcase her acclaimed Rachmaninoff interpretation skills in a challenging rhapsody, praised by the Chicago Tribune for its authenticity. Additionally, the Composer's Showcase will feature Patrick Harlin's 'Earthrise', inspired by the famous lunar mission photo and composed after his missed opportunity to join Elon Musk's Space X flight. This piece is […]

Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, and Edgar Meyer, virtuosos from distinct musical worlds of bluegrass, Indian classical, and Western classical music, unite in their latest collaboration, 'As We Speak'. Renowned for their improvisational prowess, they blend diverse musical styles effortlessly. This performance highlights their instrumental versatility, weaving together intricate Indian rhythms, deep bass grooves, and the […]

The humorist, David Sedaris, is back at The Soraya, presenting a fresh set of amusing insights on topics like adult braces and America's efforts to return to normalcy post-pandemic. Expect an entertaining evening with Sedaris that promises to keep the audience laughing.

Adapted from Dav Pilkey's bestselling series, 'Dog Man: The Musical' is a delightful new show chronicling the adventures of Dog Man, a hero with a dog’s head and a policeman's body. Known for his crime-fighting prowess and tendency to chew furniture, Dog Man faces challenges like battling Flippy the cyborg fish and his Beasty Buildings, […]

LOVE ACTUALLY LIVE, the highly praised theatrical event, returns to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the film. Featuring a London cityscape backdrop, the show combines iconic scenes from the movie with performances by all-star singers and a live orchestra. This beloved L.A. holiday tradition creates a stunning winter wonderland, blending film with live action for […]