Proof
In PROOF, Catherine has inherited her late fathers mathematical brilliance, but she is haunted by the fear that she might also share his debilitating mental...
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Upcoming Shows
Crone Creed
Crone Creed is a mythic drama spanning centuries, written by John Epstein, Casey Morgan, and T. Theresa Scarano. The story follows Vita, a young woman...
Fritz Coleman's Unassisted Residency
Los Angeles favorite and Honorary Mayor of Toluca Lake FRITZ COLEMAN takes up a Sunday afternoon residency in the Monroe Forum Theatre here at El...
Review: THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW at Open Fist Theatre Company
What did our critic think of THE GREAT CLOWN BANK SHOW at Open Fist Theatre Company?The lunacy is unbridled, but with all the insanity, you’re too often left wondering: “What is going ON??” And moreover: “Why??”…
Review: THE DIARY OF AN OREGON TRAIL SPINSTER at Atwater Village Theatre
Writer, producer, and actor Dwyer illuminates the interior life of a woman whose existence echoes much of what is happening today, misogyny, betrayal, insecurity, ageism — making this a timeless, sometimes terrifying tale.…
Review: CORIOLANUS at Independent Shakespeare Company In Girffith Park
Led by Brent Charles and under the strains of an angry guitar, a dexterous 10-person cast moves us through this still timely tale about the fickleness of public opinion and mob mentality.…
Review: OUT WITH A BANG Proves Growing Older is not for Sissies
Out With a Bang Playwright Tony Pasqualini started writing it when he turned the dreaded 70 while feeling lucky to keep working in a profession he loves, married for forty years to the same loving woman, with two adult kids that live nearby.…
Review: THE REAL LADY MACBETH World Premiere at The Actors Company
The intense production will pull into its spell thanks to the astonishingly real characters brought to life by four amazing actors who authentically portray these historical druids on the darkened and often spooky, mist-filled set.…
Review: OPENING NIGHT AT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL: THE BEST OF BROADWAY at Hollywood Bowl
Every inch a musical theater geek's night to remember, the evening featured quips from host Billy Crystal, the rigor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra conducted by Thomas Wilkins, a chorus of wonderful singer-dancers and an eye-popping featured performer lineup.…
Review: TREASURE ISLAND at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
Review: Even if you leave wanting a few more cannon blasts from Theatricum Botanicum's 2026 adaptation of TREASURE ISLAND, you'll be hard-pressed to find a more beautiful place to spend a summer evening.…
Review: THE FIRST GENTLEMAN World Premiere Musical at Torrance Theatre Company
Director Glenn Kelman is to be commended for taking on the challenge of coordinating twenty cast members moving scenery and set pieces into place to create 22 set changes in 14 locations on such a small stage, as well as setting the timing of each Ameri-News video projection to forward the story. An…
Review: ROMEO AND JULIET at Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
Casting high school aged teen-agers can be a trickier needle to thread than one might think. Two actors who are still in high school wrestling down the spectrum of emotions, growth journeys and heartbreak of Shakespeare’s tale is no small achievement. Asher Hagler and Quinnlyn Scheppner make thei…
Review: ANGRY, RAUCOUS AND SHAMELESSLY GORGEOUS at Geffen Playhouse
With complex characterizations, whip-smart dialogue, and vibrant, shrewd performances, the four women at the center of the show are alive from the second the lights go up.…
Past Shows
The Fighting Quaker
The Fighting Quaker is a production celebrating America's 250th Anniversary that tells the story of unsung American hero Timothy Matlack, played by Christopher Hoffmann, as...
FeaturedThe Music That Makes Me Dance
A cast of dynamic, triple-threat performers and the sizzling ARTCO orchestra, in a moving New-York-bound tribute to one of the greatest Broadway composers of all...
Carmen
Carmen will be featured at El Portal Theatre, marking a significant addition to the venue's centennial celebration. As part of a diverse lineup, this production...
Elf the Musical
El Portal Theatre will celebrate Women's History Month with a special screening of A League of Their Own on March 14, 2026, at 4 p.m....
Jesus Christ Superstar
El Portal Theatre will celebrate Women's History Month with a special screening of the 1992 film A League of Their Own on March 14, 2026,...
Legally Blonde: The Musical
El Portal Theatre will showcase a special screening of A League of Their Own on March 14, 2026, as part of its Women’s History Month...
Sweeney Todd
El Portal Theatre will celebrate Women's History Month with special screenings of the film A League of Their Own on March 14, 2026. The event...
FeaturedPerfect World
Who was Barbara Follett… and what really happened to her? Perfect World is a mystery musical set in the 1920s, telling the true story of a child...
FeaturedFULL CIRCLE- A Magical Musical Night 40 Years in the Making
FULL CIRCLE: Brian Seth Hurst returns after 40 years with music, stories, and soul. One night only—May 31 at El Portal. Don’t miss it!
Newsies
Newsies is a high-energy musical inspired by the 1899 Newsboys’ Strike in New York City.
The 9th Annual Young Entertainer Awards
LOS ANGELES-- The 9th annual Young Entertainer Awards on Saturday, January 18th,2025The Young Entertainer Awards ceremony will take place at 5pm on Saturday , January...
Young Entertainer Awards
The Young Entertainer Awards will celebrate its 9th annual ceremony on January 18 at the El Portal Theatre in North Hollywood. Hosted by Chris Loos,...
OY! To The World ~ Christmas With a Twist!
There’s a rich history of Jewish composers and lyricists, from Irving Berlin to Mel Torme, Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne to Johnny Marks. A lengthy list...
Broadway Showstoppers
Presenting the first in an upcoming series of Musical Theatre Concerts featuring Broadway headliners, an ensemble of singers and dancers, and a live 16-piece orchestra....
Legally Blonde
Burbank’s Conundrum Theatre Company is thrilled to paint Los Angeles PINK with the fun, upbeat Legally Blonde: The Musical, performing at the El Portal Theatre...
Broadway to the Rescue: The Big Fat Broadway Show
THE BIG FAT BROADWAY SHOW is BACK!!! Broadway to the Rescue returns in full force featuring a night of Broadway’s brightest and best talents from New...
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Holiday Show
Just in time for the holidays, The Very Hungry Caterpillar and friends are set to make their Los Angeles debut with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Holiday...
FeaturedThe Way It Is...Now
Dionne Lea captures the quirks and quandaries of today through a curated collection of stories and songs. In a jukebox musical co-produced with Emmy Award...
Broadway to the Rescue: The Big Fact Christmas Show
After a 2 year COVID hiatus, get ready to KICK OFF THIS YEAR’S HOLIDAY SEASON with Broadway to the Rescue as they ensemble for ONE...
Staring Into Nothing
“Staring Into Nothing,” the new musical/rock opera, explores the impact of mass media, social media and the digital information age on the quality of our...
Live, Laugh, Love: A Sondheim Birthday Celebration
The loss of Stephen Sondheim late last year ensured that 2022 would be filled with tributes, concerts, and celebrations of his life and work. But...
Hamlet The Rock Musical
David Carver Music presents HAMLET THE ROCK MUSICAL featuring music and lyrics by Cliff Jones and additional music, lyrics and orchestrations by Craig Fair. Award-winner...
Charles: A Bio-Musical on the Life & Songs of Charles Aznavour
Following its buzzworthy debut at The Hotel Caf in Hollywood,Charleswill be performed at the El Portal Theatre mainstage in the heart of the NoHo Arts...
In A Booth At Chasen's
IN A BOOTH AT CHASEN'S The Real-Life Hollywood Romance Of Ron and Nancy Reagan November 9 - 25, 2018 Music and Lyrics by Al Kasha...
Cagney The Musical
Riki Cane Larimer presentsCAGNEY THE MUSICALAbout Hollywood's Tough Guy in Tap Shoes Book by Peter ColleyMusic & Lyrics by Robert Creighton and Christopher McGovernChoreographed by...
Ethel Merman's Broadway
She was the Queen of Broadway during its Golden Age! She sang all the great songs, played all the great roles and knew all the...
Ballroom With A Twist
Conceived and choreographed by EMMY® Award nominated Louis van Amstel, a five-time Dancing With the Stars pro, Ballroom includes an amazing ensemble. This groundbreaking show...
Odyssey: A Twelve Month Revolution
A modern-classical, music and dance performance for the ages! Based on the concept album Odyssey: A Twelve-Month Revolution for piano and violin, Jeremy Weinglass and...
The Music That Makes Me Dance
A cast of dynamic, triple-threat performers and the sizzling ARTCO orchestra, in a moving New-York-bound tribute to one of the greatest Broadway composers of all...
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E=MC² Einstein The Musical Kiki & David Gindler Performing Arts Center (7/03-7/26) |
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Gershwin and the Golden Age Younes and Soraya Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts (The Soraya) (10/11-10/11) |
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Roald Dahls: Matilda The Musical The Lewis Family Playhosue (7/18-7/26) |
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Shrek the Musical Morgan-Wixson Theatre (6/28-7/26) |
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DAVIS GAINES: LIVE AT CVREP Coachella Valley Repertory (7/30-7/30) |
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Clue Ahmanson Theatre (9/08-9/12) |
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Olafur Arnalds The Wiltern (11/13-11/12) |
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July Cinballera Salon - Scenes from the Great Operas Villa Montezuma (7/13-7/13) |
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Destiny of Desire Mark Taper Forum (11/11-12/20) |
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The House on Mango Street LA Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts (12/02-12/02) |