A Hero’s Life
Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA, United StatesGrammy Award-winning artist Eighth Blackbird opens for Pacific Symphony’s Opening Night is anchored by Strauss’s A Hero’s Life.
Grammy Award-winning artist Eighth Blackbird opens for Pacific Symphony’s Opening Night is anchored by Strauss’s A Hero’s Life.
Creedence Clearwater Revival was America’s greatest band…their music reached out and got an entire continent rocking. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and recreates those albums live onstage – note-for-note, cut-for-cut – using the world’s best musicians.
Two incomparable jazz talents come together—vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater and jazz pianist Bill Charlap—for a virtuosic program that includes interpretations of Ellington, Porter, Sondheim, and others across the musical spectrum.
The Grammy-winning trumpeter and the Grammy-winning string quartet pay tribute to the legendary composer and saxophonist Wayne Shorter.
In the heat of the moment, the notorious Don Giovanni (aka Don Juan) murders the father of one of his conquests, unwittingly unleashing an ominous force from beyond the grave. Accustomed to getting away with anything and everything, he must now face the music as years of cruelty and debauchery come due.
Rising jazz vocalist and two-time Grammy Award-winner Samara Joy takes the stage with her powerful, soulful sound.
Two Grammy winning jazz greats—bassist, recording artist and Artist in Residence, Stanley Clarke and jazz pianist Hiromi—join forces for a not-to-be-missed night of music that will have audiences on their feet dancing.
Led Zeppelin were the people’s band, and Led Zeppelin II was their call to arms. Classic Albums Live takes classic albums from the 60s and 70s and recreates those albums live onstage – note-for-note, cut-for-cut – using the world’s best musicians.
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Ford presents Selena, the film about a young singer’s rise to stardom. The evening with feature Selena-inspired musical performances.
A full orchestra and gospel choir join Lohn Legend for one-night-only at the Hollywood Bowl. The evening will feature reimaginings of his greatest hits as well as selections from his album LEGEND recently released via Republic Records.
Grammy Award-winning poet, spoken work artist and songwriter, J. Ivy is joined on the Nimoy stage by singer Tarrey Torrae and other local musicians as they explore the healing power of words.
Music Director Carl St. Clair guides audiences through one of Strauss’s most ambitious compositions depicting the hero’s journey.
Led by Ian Anderson, the concert will feature a rich collection of the best-known Jethro Tull repertoire from 1968 to date.
Michelle Zauner’s latest album, the Grammy-nominated Jubilee, tackles the feelings of joy. Her band makes their Walt Disney Concert Hall debut with a set of songs that are grounded in Zauner’s early day in the punk underground.
Get away from the daily grind and go “Off the Grid” with Theatricum’s resident improv comedy troupe for an evening of laughs.
Brothers, Alejandro and Estevan Gutiérrez play guitar in tandem with an intricate and unspoken intuition. Witness the depths of their connection as they perform from their latest album, El Bueno Y El Malo.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago kicks off Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center’s 21st season with three spectacular performances from September 29 – October 1, 2023. As one of the original forces in contemporary dance, this 14-member company will perform a mixed repertory, including Coltrane’s Favorite Things, a work inspired by John Coltrane’s 1963 […]
British jazz musician Jamie Cullum, known for his dynamic stage presence and diverse career, first gained acclaim with his Grammy-nominated album, "Twentysomething," two decades ago. Since then, he's become the UK's best-selling jazz artist, collaborating with the likes of Pharrell, performing at EDM festivals, and partnering with global orchestras. Cullum is set to grace the […]
Music Ensemble Ethiocolor, which draws on Ethiopia’s Azmari culture, blends its ancient roots with modern syles in an exploration of Ethiopian dance and music that tells a story.
Broadway sensation Jessica Vosk (Wicked, Fiddler on the Roof) returns to Segerstrom for a performance inspired by California songwriters of the 1960s and ‘70s such as The Mamas & the Papas, David Crosby and Linda Ronstadt, to name a few.
Catherine Russell, a Grammy Award-winning jazz singer, is celebrated for her exceptional vocal techniques and her interpretations of blues and early jazz pieces. Born into a distinguished jazz lineage, she is the daughter of Luis Russell, who served as Louis Armstrong's musical director, and Carline Ray, a multifaceted musician known for her work with the […]
Contemporary Dance Company A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham returns to the Carpenter Center with a repertoire that includes Miller’s solo “Rain” and new works by Paul Singh and Kyle Abraham.
Produced in partnership with Solidarity for Sanctuary, The Ford presents a reimagined concert inspired by Linda Ronstadt’s album that led to a renaissance of Mariachi music in the U.S. Leading the new generation in Ranchera music is Grammy Award-nominee Lupita Infante, granddaughter of beloved artist Pedro Infante. She will be joined by Mariachi Lindas Mexicanas, […]
LA-born tenor saxophonist Mando Dorame opens the signature blues rhythms series curated by The Reverend Shawn Amos on The Plaza. He is joined by Carl Sonny Leyland and the Boogie Woogie Boys.
Counterpoint is a collaboration between pianist and composer Conrad Tao and choreographer and dancer Caleb Teicher. Together these artists create an expressive program of stylistically diverse music that is threaded together to create a work that bridges traditions, approaches and styles.
An evening of intimate behind-the-scenes stories prompted by Rudetsky’s funny, insightful, and revealing questions—and the music from Block’s stellar Broadway career.
A young couple is celebrating their engagement in their swank Park Avenue apartment with family and friends when the night takes an unexpected turn. Lives are irrevocably changed.
"Ain't Too Proud" is a riveting Broadway musical chronicling The Temptations' rise from Detroit streets to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Known for their iconic dances and harmonies, they amassed 42 Top Ten hits, with 14 at number one. Garnering 12 Tony® nominations and winning Best Choreography in 2019, the show depicts the […]
Through photographer and filmmaker Kadur’s captivating images and video, you’ll get an up-close look at a world of wild cats you’ve never seen before.
Cliburn gold medalist Vadym Kholodenko returns to the Soraya for another intimate and emotional program that spans several centuries, from Handel and Liszt to the living legend Thomas.
Nano Stern, armed with his guitar, commemorates the 50th anniversary of legendary Chilean folk singer and slain political activist Victor Jara. Screening of Nano’s documentary film We’ll be Singing by September is showing October 19.
Alpesh Chauhan, Music Director of the Birmingham Opera Company, brings his own acclaimed sense of drama to Tchaikovsky’s timeless melodies and romance in selections from Swan Lake. Hours vary, check website for more details.
In Brazil, Marisa Monte is revered as both a trailblazer and a traditionalist. Her artistic brilliance and deep emotional connection in her performances shine through as she delivers her pop and samba tracks with a unique twist, inspired by her passion for experimentation and exploration of rhythm and sound. Her distinctive style has earned her […]
The Pasadena Symphony heralds the beginning of the Classical Music season with Brett Mitchell at the helm, conducting Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 4. Accompanying the orchestra is the Armenian violin virtuoso, Diana Adamyan, delivering Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto. As a victor of the Menuhin Competition, The Violin Channel has lauded Adamyan as "a standout young soloist from […]
Count Almaviva aims to win Rosina's heart, but her guardian, Doctor Bartolo, opposes. The resourceful barber, Figaro, schemes to ensure love prevails. Celebrated mezzo-soprano Isabel Leonard stars as Rosina, with Joshua Hopkins playing the cunning Figaro. Enjoy Rossini’s enchanting score under conductor Louis Lohraseb and a fresh LA production directed by the award-winning Rob Ashford. […]
Ruthie Foster's dynamic fusion of soul, blues, rock, folk, and gospel has lit up stages worldwide. From Texas church choirs to the U.S. Navy Band and an award-studded career in Austin, her journey has been remarkable. A four-time Grammy nominee for Best Contemporary Blues Album, she's garnered numerous Blues and Austin Music Awards and France's […]
This pivotal drama reshaped American theatre, tackling barriers head-on. The Youngers, a Black family, grapple with how to allocate their father's insurance payout: starting a business, funding Beneatha's medical studies, or relocating to a white suburb? Lauded by the New York Times for its authenticity and intensity, the play echoes Langston Hughes' "Harlem," probing the […]
Nine-time Grammy nominee Anoushka Shankar places the sitar front and center in a program that incorporates traditional Indian and modern electric music. She is joined by Aparna and Ashwini Ramaswamy as they perform Ananta,
Honor the traditions of Dia de los Muertos with one of the most influential artists of Mexican music. Known as much for her social justice, Lila Downs is both singer and activist, bridging traditions from across the Americas through her music.
Songwriter Gabriel Kahane tells his own story in a collection of songs, Magnificent Bird in a collaborative performance with Grammy Award-winning Attacca Quartet.
"ON YOUR FEET!" chronicles the uplifting journey of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, showcasing their belief in their music and each other. This fresh, acclaimed musical captivates with iconic hits like "Rhythm is Gonna Get You" and "Conga". Expect to be enthralled from beginning to end! Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at […]
David McFadzean presents this world premiere adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s brilliant English novel, Jane Eyre. Hours vary.
"The Little Fellow" is a daring comedic drama inspired by the life of the renowned 19th-century courtesan, Harriette Wilson. From a young age, Harriet ascended the ranks of British regency's elite underworld, becoming the eminent "Queen of Tarts." Her unconventional choices drew the attention of high-society men. Now, seeking an escape from her life, Harriet […]
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 […]
