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Nat Geo Live: Wild Cats Revealed

broadstage 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, United States

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.

Vadym Kholodenko in Recital

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

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 Sings Víctor Jara

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

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 […]

Sibelius and Swan Lake

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

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 […]

Marisa Monte

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

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 […]

Tchaikovsky 4

Pasadena Symphony and Pops 131 S St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA, United States

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, […]

The Barber of Seville

Dorothy Chandler Pavilion 135 N Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States

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 […]

Ruthie Foster

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

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 […]

A Raisin in the Sun

South Coast Repertory 655 Town Center Drive, PO Box 2197, Costa Mesa, CA 92628-2197, Costa Mesa, CA, United States

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, […]

Anoushka Shankar Quintet

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

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 […]

Lila Downs – Día De Los Muertos

Balboa Theatre 868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, United States

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 […]

Gabriel Kahane & Attacca Quartet: Magnificent Bird

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

Songwriter Gabriel Kahane tells his own story in a collection of songs, Magnificent Bird in a collaborative performance with Grammy Award-winning Attacca Quartet.

The Story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan

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

"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 […]

Jane A Ghost Story

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

David McFadzean presents this world premiere adaptation of Charlotte Bronte’s brilliant English novel, Jane Eyre. Hours vary.

The Little Fellow (or the Queen of Tarts Tells All)

Cygnet Theatre 4040 Twiggs St., San Diego, United States

"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 […]

Jungle Book reimagined

broadstage 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, United States

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 […]

Music Beneath the Trees

Mingei International Museum 1439 El Prado, San Diego, United States

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 […]

An Alpine Symphony with Salonen

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

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 […]

Alexander Malofeev, Piano

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

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 […]

Miho Hazama and M_Unit

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

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 […]

Turn It Out with Tiler Peck & Friends

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

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" […]

Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert

The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, United States

The San Diego Symphony Orchestra presents "Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert" with John Williams' Grammy®-winning score performed live, under the baton of Norman Huynh. Experience the Oscar®-winning […]

Meklit Hadero: Movement LIVE

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

Movement LIVE is a vibrant blend of concert energy and narrative intimacy, akin to a live podcast. Situated at the intersection of migration and music, it delves into evolving identities […]

Pat Metheny: The Dream Box Tour

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

Renowned American guitarist Pat Metheny is among the world's foremost musicians, boasting 50 recordings and an unmatched twenty Grammys across twelve categories. His ever-evolving musical prowess, as noted by The […]

Halloween Organ, Film & Music: The Phantom of the Opera

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

The Walt Disney Concert Hall's annual Halloween event showcases the 1920s classic, "The Phantom of the Opera," featuring Lon Chaney's iconic portrayal of the Phantom. The 1925 silent film will […]

The Sound of Music at San Diego Junior Theatre

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

This cherished favorite returns to the theater, mesmerizing spectators with its ageless narrative and entrancing tunes. Located in Austria as World War II looms, the tale unfolds around Maria, a […]

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

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

Jeffrey Hatcher’s adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic, "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde," presents a bold exploration of the human soul's duality. This intense drama entwines love, terror, and the […]

Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

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

"Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" returns for its 26th year at the Old Globe Theatre, enchanting audiences with beloved tunes like "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch." This […]

Brad Mehldau Trio

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

Brad Mehldau blends jazz exploration, classical romanticism, and pop allure on songs by Radiohead, the Beatles, Paul Simon, and Nick Drake, treating them with reverence as he untangles and re-spins […]

The Jewish Dog

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

The Jewish Dog" at The Wallis is a powerful stage adaptation of the bestselling novel by Israeli author Asher Kravitz. The production, brought to life by the Yonatan Esterkin team, […]

Theotime Langlois De Swarte and Le Consort

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

Le Consort, co-led by Justin Taylor and Théotime Langlois de Swarte, revitalizes 17th and 18th-century chamber music with vibrant interpretations. The ensemble, featuring two violins, a cello, and a harpsichord, […]

Midori Festival Strings Lucerne

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

The program includes Honegger's "Pastorale d'été," Dubugnon's "Caprice IV," Schumann's "Violin Concerto in D minor," and Beethoven's "Romance in F major" and "Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major." Midori, a […]

Canto en resistencia California Festival

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

Special guest singers join Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil to celebrate iconic protest music by Latina artists that resonates across Latin America and the world.

Canto en resistencia

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

Dudamel leads the LA Phil and special guests in a musical tribute to Latina American artists and activists ranging from Violeta Parra to Silvana Estrada. Friday at 8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday […]

Rotterdam

Wayward Artist 125 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, CA, United States

The Wayward Artist presents the Olivier-Award winning play by Jon Brittain. This modern-day love story follows Alice, who finds the courage to tell her parents that she is gay but […]

BEAUTIFUL The Carole King Musical

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

"Beautiful" tells the extraordinary true story of a teenage songwriter's ascent to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, highlighting Carole King's journey from penning pop hits for top artists […]

World Ballet Series: Cinderella

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

It is the classic fairy tale brought to life by a cast of 40 professional ballet dancers accompanied by Sergei Prokofiev’s passionate score and rich details in the hand-sewn and […]

Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens

Balboa Theatre 868 Fourth Ave, San Diego, United States

Part of the California Festival, Silkroad’s newest initiative, American Railroad, illuminates the impact of African American, Chinese, Indigenous, Irish, and other immigrant communities on the creation of the US Transcontinental […]

The Ring Without Words

The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, United States

The San Diego Symphony presents an evening of magnificent music, starting with "Wake Up: A Concerto for Orchestra," a fresh composition by Grammy-nominated composer, curator, and activist Carlos Simon, specially […]

Joseph Calleja

broadstage 1310 11TH STREET, Santa Monica, CA, United States

Maltese tenor Joseph Calleja, celebrated for his nostalgic, golden-age voice and likened to legendary singers by the Associated Press, returns to BroadStage in the 2023/24 Celebrity Opera Recital Series. Acclaimed […]

Disney and Pixar’s COCO Live-to-Film Concert (English)

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

Experience the unforgettable Coco Live-To-Film Concert, where the beloved Disney and Pixar film "Coco" is enhanced by a live performance of composer Michael Giacchino’s score by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica […]

American Railroad: Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens

Soka Performing Arts 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA, United States

Silkroad's latest project, American Railroad, highlights the contributions of African American, Chinese, Irish, and Native American communities in building the Transcontinental Railroad and shaping America's Westward Expansion. It draws parallels […]

Nella Debuts in CAP UCLA

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

Venezuelan singer Nella, known for her rich and soulful voice, combines her country's folklore, contemporary sounds, and Andalusian influences in her Spanish-language music. She discovered her mentor and collaborator, producer […]

Funny Business

Cygnet Theatre 4040 Twiggs St., San Diego, United States

Mondays don't have to be hectic—they can be harmonious instead! Cygnet invites you to a sequence of cabaret-style performances featuring beloved local musical theatre talents. Every event will showcase a […]

Genius Week: Celebrating Genius in the Spirit of Mozart

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

San Diego is set to host three grand evenings dedicated to celebrating innovation, themed 'Genius in the Spirit of Mozart'. This includes the world premieres of Mainly Mozart commissions, all […]

Chaparral and Interstates: Green Umbrella

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

In a concert produced in collaboration with the Ojai Music Festival, Vimbayi Kaziboni leads new music by California composers.

California Festival: FRAGMENTS 2

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

Weilerstein’s FRAGMENTS 2 weaves together Bach’s Cello Suites with newly commissioned compositions for an ambitious multisensory concert experience.  

Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation

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

The Tony® Award-winning 'FORBIDDEN BROADWAY' by Gerard Alessandrini returns due to popular demand, featuring an all-new edition that has impressed critics. The New York Times hailed it as a 'Critics […]

Alisa Weilerstein: Fragments 2

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

Acclaimed cellist Alisa Weilerstein continues her groundbreaking multi-year project, FRAGMENTS, in its second installment. This inventive series merges the 36 movements of Bach's solo cello suites with 27 new commissions. […]

Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring

The Rady Shell at Jacob Parks 222 Marina Park Way, San Diego, CA, United States

Join an evening highlighted by Stravinsky's exhilarating 'The Rite of Spring'. Over a century since its tumultuous 1913 debut in Paris, this masterpiece continues to captivate with its portrayal of […]

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