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Los Angeles Philharmonic Adds CLUB QUARANTINE LIVE WITH D-NICE To 2024/25 Season
by A.A. Cristi - July 26, 2024


Celebrate New Year's Eve with D-Nice at Walt Disney Concert Hall for Club Quarantine Live, presented by the Los Angeles Philharmonic.

The 16th Annual HOLA MEXICO FILM FESTIVAL Begins In September
by A.A. Cristi - July 26, 2024


The 16th annual Hola México Film Festival, presented by the 2025 Toyota Camry, returns September 20-27, 2024, showcasing a diverse selection of Mexican cinema, including dramas, comedies, documentaries, and horror.

Photos: CREVASSE Opens This Weekend From Son of Semele and The Victory Theatre Center
by A.A. Cristi - July 26, 2024


Son of Semele and The Victory Theatre Center present the world premiere of “Crevasse” by Tom Jacobson, opening this weekend at the Victory Theatre in Burbank. See photos from the production.

Photos: CAMELOT at Laguna Playhouse
by Blair Ingenthron - July 26, 2024


Laguna Playhouse is presenting the transfer of North Coast Repertory Theatre of Lerner & Loewe’s CAMELOT. See production photos here!

Review: THE PITCH at Odyssey Theatre
by Amanda Callas - July 26, 2024


Based on playwright and lead actor Tom Alper’s real life experiences, this is a boiler room tale of telemarketing and desperation.  For something that is fiercely realistic and edgy, with a New York fighter’s indie heart, The Pitch is also hilarious, life-affirming, and an insanely good time.  It’s a sold-out smash hit at the Odyssey Theatre.

Road Theatre Company to Present World Premiere of ROBBIN, FROM THE HOOD By Marlow Wyatt
by Blair Ingenthron - July 26, 2024


THE ROAD THEATRE COMPANY and Taylor Gilbert, Founder/Artistic Director together with Sam Anderson, Artistic Director, have announced the first show of its 2024-2025 season, the world premiere of ROBBIN, FROM THE HOOD, written by Marlow Wyatt and directed by Chuma Gault. 

Richard Dickson Will Be Honored at Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
by Nicole Rosky - July 26, 2024


The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation just announced Richard Dickson, President and CEO of Gap Inc., will be honored with The Elizabeth Taylor Commitment to End AIDS Award at the fifth annual Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS on September 26, 2024 at The Beverly Hills Hotel. The evening will be generously supported by Presenting Sponsor Gilead Sciences.

TICK, TICK...BOOM! Announced At Theatre Palisaes
by A.A. Cristi - July 25, 2024


Experience the musical 'TICK, TICK...BOOM!' by Jonathan Logan at Theatre Palisades from September 6 to October 13, 2024.

HARD Events Announces Local Initiatives Ahead Of HARD Summer Music Festival 2024
by A.A. Cristi - July 25, 2024


This week, HARD Events has announced a series of local Los Angeles initiatives ahead of HARD Summer Music Festival.

Interview: Christian Campbell's Mad About Reefer Madness
by Gil Kaan - July 25, 2024


With the very successful run in progress of Reefer Madness: The Musical at the Whitney, the original stars of the 2005 movie Reefer Madness, Kristen Bell and Christian Campbell will reunite onstage July 30, 2024, for Reefer Madness: The Musical 25th Anniversary Concert in celebration of their new Los Angeles revival being extended through August 18th at The Whitley. Christian graciously took some time from his multi-tasking duties for Reefer to answer a few of my queries.

Review: Musical Theatre West Stages Exuberant Production of Disney's NEWSIES
by Michael Quintos - July 25, 2024


Filled with high-energy singing and dancing that explodes out of an inspirational story based on real events, MTW's new production of this Disney stage musical is a guaranteed fun time, thanks to a terrific ensemble, and memorable music from Alan Menken and Jack Feldman. The show continues at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center thru July 28, 2024.

Sierra Madre Playhouse to Spotlight Hindustani Vocalist GAAYATRI
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 24, 2024


Sierra Madre Playhouse will present eminent Hindustani vocalist GAAYATRI in an unprecedented program showcasing the vocal music of the Rampur-Maihar Senia gharana. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Long Beach Shakespeare Company Presents THE COMEDY OF ERRORS Through August 3
by A.A. Cristi - July 23, 2024


Experience Shakespeare's THE COMEDY OF ERRORS at the Long Beach Shakespeare Company.

Photos: Molière Adaptation TARTUFFE: BORN AGAIN Now Open At Theatricum Botanicum
by A.A. Cristi - July 23, 2024


“Tartuffe: Born Again,” a hilarious satire about greed, corruption and hypocrisy, has joined the summer repertory season at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum’s unique outdoor venue. Check out photos of the production below..

Jackie Brenneman and Lisa Sedares to Present One-Night-Only Concert of Original Songs This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 23, 2024


Jackie Brenneman and Lisa Sedares will present a one-night-only concert of original songs on July 27 at 7:00 PM in Burbank, CA. Learn how to attend.

THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH to be Presented at A Noise Within in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 23, 2024


Launching the 2024-25 “True Grit” season at A Noise Within,co-artistic directors Julia Rodriguez-Elliott and Geoff Elliott co-direct The Skin of Our Teeth. Learn how to purchase tickets.

L.A. Theatre Works to Present Original Audio Play CAN YOU HEAR ME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 23, 2024


L.A. Theatre Works audio theater recordings are broadcast weekly on public radio stations across the U.S., so LATW is celebrating its 50th anniversary with an original audio play about Italian scientist Guglielmo Marconi and the discovery of radio. Learn more and see how to listen!

Brisk Festival LA Reveals Lineup For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - July 23, 2024


The highly anticipated Brisk Festival L.A. is back with its IV Edition, set to take place at the prestigious Morgan-Wixson Theater in Santa Monica from August 10th to September 8th, 2024. Renowned actor Christian Rodrigo, known for his exceptional performances in popular shows such as Snatch (Season 2) and films like Assassin, will be at the helm of this extraordinary event.

Photos: THE BAUHAUS PROJECT Now Open At Open Fist
by A.A. Cristi - July 22, 2024


“The Bauhaus Project,” a world premiere theatrical event Tom Jacobson presented in two binge-worthy parts (Part 1: Bauhaus Weimer and Part 2: Bauhaus Dessau and Bauhaus Berlin) Open Fist Theatre Company, opened this weekend at Atwater Village Theatre. See photos from the production.

Photos: DIDO OF IDAHO At Echo Theater Company
by A.A. Cristi - July 22, 2024


The West Coast premiere of Abby Rosebrock’s darkly funny romantic comedy “Dido of Idaho” opened Saturday night at The Echo Theater Company in a production directed by Abigail Deser. See photos of the production.

Learn How to Write Your Own Solo Show with Award-Winning Writer Dara Frazier and Towne Street Theater
by A.A. Cristi - July 22, 2024


Join award-winning writer Dara Frazier for a one-day workshop on August 10th in Hollywood. Learn to write your own solo show with Towne Street Theater at Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre Los Angeles.

TACFA and GiveKidsPanto to Present GREASE in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 22, 2024


TACFA and GiveKidsPanto wil present Grease. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at The Bank Of America Performing Arts Center
by Melissa Heckscher - July 22, 2024


5-Star-Theatrical’s gorgeous and faithful production of Sound of Music, playing through July 28 at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center in Thousand Oaks, delivers the classic show that we know and love — no more, no less — with stellar performances, stunning sets, and an energetic cast that will keep even the smallest audience members entertained. 

Scott Alan Comes to Herb Alperts Vibrato Grill and Jazz in Bel Air
by Stephi Wild - July 22, 2024


Award Winning Songwriting Scott Alan will take the stage at Herb Alperts Vibrato Grill and Jazz in Bel Air, California on Tuesday July 30th. 

Special Offer: PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS at Festival of Arts
by BWW Special Offer - July 22, 2024


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