Internationally recognized sitarist Rajib Karmakar, who has collaborated with music legend Herb Alpert and Coldplay’s Chris Martin and is hailed for infusing classical Hindustani music with his unique global musical perspective, is showcased in a matinee program on Sunday, June 22, 2025, 4:00 pm, at Sierra Madre Playhouse. Widely known by his stage name SITARRAJIB, Rajib has also performed with Beck, Sugar Blue, and Wu Tong as well as the Los Angeles Master Chorale, Atlanta Master Chorale, Detroit Symphony, Spire Ensemble, and such major media houses as Sony, Universal, and Disney. His work in films, including Basmati Blues and Murder Mystery 2, showcases his versatility across diverse musical genres. As an educator, Rajib has influenced the next generation of musicians through residencies at esteemed institutions worldwide, including Brandeis University, Harvard University, Butler University, the University of Waterloo, Dartmouth College, UCLA, and the California Institute of the Arts. Rajib began his musical training at age four under the guidance of his father, Pandit Durgadas Karmakar. His early education was enriched by studying classical vocal music with Ustad Ghulam Akbar Khan of the Rampur Sahsawan Gharana and the Beenkar style of sitar playing with Pandit Ramdas Chakravarty of the Senia Gharana. For tickets ($12-$35) and information, please call 626.355.4318 or visit www.sierramadreplayhouse.org. Sierra Madre Playhouse is located at 87 West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA 91024.
Three-Time Accordion World Champion Cory Pesaturo & Violinist Leah Zeger Appear at Sierra Madre Playhouse 1/29/26 (1/29/26-1/29/26)
Diavolo Presents Family-Friendly Performance of T.R.U.S.T, Blending Movement and Circus Arts, at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 1/31/26 (1/31/26-1/31/26)
Comedians Leslie Liao, Kaycee Conlee and Ian Karmel Open Sierra Madre Playhouse Lunar New Year Series, 2/3 (2/3/26-2/3/26)
Composers Chuck Jonkey & Stephen James Taylor Present a "Sci-Fi Sound Bath" at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 2/13 (2/13/26-2/13/26)
Experimental Pop Artist Jett Kwong Appears on Sierra Madre Playhouse Lunar New Year Series, 2/20 (2/20/26-2/20/26)
Cold Tofu Brings Laughs to Sierra Madre Playhouse Lunar New Year Series, 2/21, 8:30 pm (2/21/26-2/21/26)
East West Players’ Family-Friendly Play "Tam Tran Goes to Washington" by Elizabeth Wong Presented at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 2/21, 11am (2/21/26-2/21/26)
Sierra Madre Playhouse is at 87 West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre, CA.
A Jet Set Christmas! Infuses Seasonal Classics, Carols, and a Holiday Sing-Along with Jazz and Joy, at Sierra Madre Playhouse, Dec. 20, 21 (12/20/25-12/20/25)
Home Alone – a 30 Minute Musical Parody (12/6/25-12/14/25)
Comedy Troupe 30 Minute Musicals Parodies Home Alone in Hilarious Holiday Mash-Up at Sierra Madre Playhouse, Dec. 6, 7, 14 (12/6/25-12/6/25)
Bob Baker Marionette Theatre Presents 50 Performances of Beloved Bob Baker's Nutcracker at Sierra Madre Playhouse, Nov. 29 - Jan. 4 (11/29/25-11/29/25)
Duo Remanence Offers Captivating Musical Journey through the Baroque Era at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 11/23 (11/23/25-11/23/25)
Melody of China Showcases Traditional Chinese Instruments on Contemporary Compositions at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 11/22 (11/22/25-11/22/25)
Melody of China (11/22/25-11/22/25)
Flutist Emi Ferguson & Clarinetist Joshua Rubin Present Two West Coast Premieres & More at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 10/24 (10/24/25-10/24/25)
Vocalist Mayuri Vasan Performs Carnatic South Indian Classical Music at Sierra Madre Playhouse, 10/19 (10/19/25-10/19/25)
Afro-Brazilian Dance Company Viver Brasil Returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse, Oct. 17 & 18 (10/17/25-10/17/25)
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North Coast Repertory Theatre (1/14 - 2/8) | |
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The Broadwater Main Stage (2/26 - 3/15) NEW PLAY LOS ANGELES PREMIERE | |
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BOY IN A BOX
The Whitefire Theater (2/27 - 2/27)
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Ann Hampton Callaway - Here's to Life
Feinstein's at the Nikko (1/31 - 1/31)
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“Under the Skin” with a Live Score featuring a 30-Piece Orchestra conducted by Derrick Skye
The United Theater on Broadway (2/20 - 2/20) | |
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Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler
The Old Globe (2/7 - 3/8) | |
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Monday Night Theatre Appreciation Seminars
Theatre 40 (1/26 - 3/16) | |
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Golden West College Mainstage Theater (3/6 - 3/15) | |
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion (3/25 - 3/29) | |
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