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Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini

Ambassador Auditorium 131 S St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA, United States

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 […]

Béla Fleck, Zakir Hussain, Edgar Meyer, featuring Rakesh Chaurasia

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

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 […]

An Afternoon with David Sedaris

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

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 […]

Mao Fujita, Piano

The Baker-Baum Concert Hall 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA, United States

At just 24 years old, pianist Mao Fujita has distinguished himself with a natural musical sensitivity and artistry, earning acclaim from leading musicians. Recognized as a rare talent, he excels […]

Dog Man: The Musical

Kirk Douglas Theatre 9820 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA, United States

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 […]

Love Actually Live at The Wallis

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

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 […]

A Christmas Carol

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

Orange County's beloved holiday tradition lives on with this timeless production of Dickens' classic. Experience the journey from Scrooge's initial 'Bah humbug' to the festive 'Wassail,' all designed to reignite […]

R-E-S-P-E-C-T-F-U-L-L-Y Christmas

Lamb's Players Theatre 1142 Orange Avenue, Coronado, United States

Cast members from Lamb’s musical hits R-E-S-P-E-C-T  and Million Dollar Quartet come together for a holiday celebration of song and carols.

Flamenco! Maria Bermudez’ Sonidos Gitanos

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

Walt Disney Concert Hall hosts an extraordinary evening of flamenco, showcasing the elegance, majesty, and power of this traditional Spanish art form. This premier event features revered gypsy artists, known […]

Flor de Toloache

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

The Latin GRAMMY Award–winning, all-female Flor de Toloache mixes tradition and innovation, breaking boundaries with its edgy, versatile, and fresh take on traditional Latin American music. The members’ diverse ethnicities […]

I’m Not a Comedian … I’m Lenny Bruce

North Coast Rep 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Suite D, Solana Beach, CA, United States

"I’M NOT A COMEDIAN.. I’M LENNY BRUCE" is a portrayal of the life and legacy of the groundbreaking comedian Lenny Bruce, known for his bold, freestyle comedy and profound influence […]

The Glass Menagerie

Divisionary Theatre 4545 Park Blvd., San Diego, United States

This production brings Tennessee Williams' seminal work, a poignant exploration of love, regret, and release, to Diversionary Theatre. It delves into the story of Tom, haunted by guilt over leaving […]

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra

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

Bach’s six pieces of the Baroque era, the Brandenburg Concertos, is presented by the Los Angeles Orchestra.

Mozart’s “Prague” Symphony

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

Former Dudamel Fellow Gemma New and the LA Phil capture the complexities and sophistications of Mozart’s “Prague” symphony. Saturday at 8 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall, […]

Outside Mullingar

Lamb's Players Theatre 1142 Orange Avenue, Coronado, United States

The Tony Award, Oscar, and Pulitzer Prize winning author, John Patrick Shanley, delivers a delightful Irish story about family, love and property boundaries featuring two of the region’s leading theatre […]

Christian Schmitt

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

A regular performer on the global stage, the German virtuoso returns to Walt Disney Concert Hall to breathe life into its organ “Hurricane Mama” once again. Walt Disney Concert Hall, […]

The Wiz

San Diego Civic Theatre 1100 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA, United States

The Tony Award-winning musical makes its San Diego debut with its groundbreaking twist on the Wizard of Oz. The iconic score is packed with soul, gospel, rock and 70’s funk. […]

Intimate Apparel

North Coast Rep 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr Suite D, Solana Beach, CA, United States

Jasmine Bracey directs the two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatist Lynn Nottage’s powerful tale of humor, heartbreak and resiliency—the story about a lonely, talented Black seamstress dreaming of a more fulfilling life. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Michelle Cann, Piano

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

Michelle Cann makes her Wallis recital debut for a program of works by African American women composers. This world class pianist honors gems of Chicago’s Black Renaissance like Margaret Bonds, […]

Hershey Felder as George Gershwin Alone, A Play with Music

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

The legendary songbook of great American composer, George Gershwin cones to life by the talented performance of Hershey Felder.

PHILHARMONIC SOCIETY

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

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and its music director Vasily Petrenko, who was honored with the Artist of the Year award at the prestigious annual Gramophone Awards, leads audiences on an evocative musical […]

Tatiana Eva-Marie

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

Brooklyn-based singer and bandleader Tatiana Eva-Marie was born into a musical family. She has been nicknamed “the Gypsy-jazz warbler” for musical influences of jazz and Klezmer and Gypsy folk music. […]

Mystic Pizza at La Mirada

La Mirada Theatre 14900 La Mirada Blvd, La Mirada, United States

A new musical you’ll love at first slice!  The Julia Roberts classic 1988 movie is now a delightful new show! Mystic Pizza charts the lives and loves of three unforgettable […]

Sammy Miller and the Congregation

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

This five-piece band of conservatory-trained musicians take their joyful jazz across the country like a vaudevillian revival show and they make a stop at the Nimoy. Their mission to sharing […]

Steam Powered Giraffe: Live in Concert

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

San Diego’s robot band performs live with musical acts that combine robot pantomime, dance, comedy, and music. Costumes and makeup, Welcome!

Payare Conducts Mozart

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

San Diego Symphony performs three Mozart symphonies under the direction of Rafael Payare. The program will cover three of the composer’s best loved symphonies written across his lifetime.

Beethoven Emperor

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

Presenting Composer Jessica Hunt at the Composers Showcase with George Li on piano and conducted by Kensho Watanabe. January 27 Sunday at 2:00pm & 8:00pm

The Year of Magical Thinking

Divisionary Theatre 4545 Park Blvd., San Diego, United States

Joan Didion’s best-selling memoir about the sudden loss of her husband and daughter is brought to life by actress Sandy Campbell in this powerful one-woman show January 27 & 28, […]

English at The Old Globe

The Old Globe 1363 Old Globe Way, San Diego, United States

This Pulitzer-Prize winning production is told with hilarious wit and genuine compassion as it follows the journey of adult students in Tehran as they prepare for an English proficiency exam […]

Takacs Quartet and Marc-André Hamelin

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

The Takács Quartet, famous for its balanced and unified musical delivery, returns to the Samueli Theater, their second home, alongside the technically astounding pianist Marc-André Hamelin. The egular audience will […]

A Golden Anniversary with Herb Alpert & Lani Hall

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

Celebrated trumpeter Herb Alpert who changed the face of music when he founded A&M Records celebrates 50 years of marriage with Grammy Award-winning vocalist Lani Hall. They perform together on […]

Terri Lyne Carrington: New Standards

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

NEA Jazz Master and three-time Grammy Award-winning drummer Terri Lyne Carrington began her career at the age of 10 and has made a mark for her passion for inclusivity and […]

Matthew Bourne’s Romeo and Juliet

Ahmanson Theatre 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Matthew Bourne directs and choreographs a retelling of the ageless tale of forbidden love between two teens who follow their hearts and risk everything to be together. Hours vary, check […]

Ranky Tanky with very special guest Ms. Lisa Fischer

Ahmanson Theatre 135 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Ranky Tanky brings a lively "get funky" atmosphere with their warm West African Island rhythms and South Carolina Gullah roots, creating a perfect party setting. Paired with the versatile and […]

Chapatti

Scripps Ranch Theatre 10755 Scripps Poway Parkway, San Diego, United States

It’s a meet cute between two animal lovers living in Dublin: Dan and his dog Chapatti crosses paths with Betty and her nineteen cats. A spark ignites and the heartwarming […]

A Conversation with Kristen Hannah

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

Kristin Hannah is the bestselling author of over twenty novels, including The Nightingale and Firefly Lane. She will be hosting a session at Segerstrom Center.

Corinne Bailey Rae – Black Rainbows Tour

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

Grammy winning singer/songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae performs at The Wallis for one night only. She will perform songs, including her new single “Peach Velvet Sky”, from Black Rainbows her latest […]

Last Days

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

Based on the film Last Days written/directed by Gus Van Sant, this new opera dives into the torment of Kurt Cobain’s final days.

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