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Review: SPAMALOT at Hollywood Pantages Theatre


by Amanda Callas - March 30, 2026

Outrageously silly and positively contagious in its deranged fun, Spamalot is quite possibly the best night out you will have all year. ...

Review: THE LAST FIVE YEARS at Hudson Theatres Backstage


by Melissa Heckscher - March 30, 2026

Chalomot's debut production may not be flawless, but it marks a meaningful first for a new theater company willing to take risks, invest in artists, and bring emotionally-driven theater to smaller spaces....

Review: KIM’S CONVENIENCE at Ahmanson Theatre


by Harker Jones - March 27, 2026

While KIM'S CONVENIENCE is charming, the nutritional value may feel more like catching dinner at a 7-Eleven than a fully rounded meal....

Review: SWEET CHARITY! at The JAXX Theater Hollywood is "must see" MUSICAL THEATRE!


by Gavin Glynn - March 26, 2026

Pow Thrust! Bam!! The is the best polished musical theater production currently on the boards in LA!  Musical Theater god, James Lent, took a four piece hugely talented band with only a five piece orchestrations to sound magically like a full orchestra bringing a solid punch to every number!  Crea...

Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Nocturne Theatre


by Harker Jones - March 24, 2026

JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is an electrifying take on the last days of Jesus from one of the most underrated venues in Los Angeles....

Review: YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU at Morgan-Wixson Theatre


by Shari Barrett - March 22, 2026

When Tony “accidentally” brings his conservative parents over for dinner a night too early, all hell breaks loose as the polished socialites clash with the chaos and disorder of the Sycamore clan, which raised the roof with laughter thanks to Cate Caplin’s spot-on direction and the impeccable ...

Review: FAIRVIEW at Rogue Machine At The Matrix Theatre


by Evan Henerson - March 23, 2026

Despite its title, its well-intentioned if cynical nod to diplomacy, Oz Scott’s production is a swift kick to the nether regions. You will probably laugh – hard and often, and you will emerge after 100 minutes with plenty to discuss....

Review: DRAGON MAMA written and performed by SARA PORKALOB at Geffen Playhouse


by Shari Barrett - March 18, 2026

In this next chapter, Sara takes on many personas who interact with her mother during her lifetime, each one a standout as an individual through unique voice and movement thanks to Sara's great skill with improvisation....

Review: ALL MY SONS at Antaeus Theatre Company


by Harker Jones - March 17, 2026

What did our critic think of ALL MY SONS at Antaeus Theatre Company?With Miller’s prescient book and under Nguyễn’s precise and fluid direction, ALL MY SONS is another gem in the Antaeus crown....

Review: THE COLOR PURPLE by Chromolume Theatre at The Zephyr


by Shari Barrett - March 16, 2026

Directed magnificently by Elijah Green, with energetic choreography by Katie Powers-Faulk and musical direction by Miki Yokomizo, the totally entertaining and artistically brilliant production pulled me in from the moment it started....

Past Shows

Holiday Swingin'! A Kat Edmonson Christmas
Holiday Swingin'! A Kat Edmonson Christmas
Dec 14

With a voice as timeless as her songs, Kat Edmonson blends vintage charm with modern wit in a style all her own. A Songwriters Hall...

Jake Shimabukuro
Jake Shimabukuro
Dec 11

Jake Shimabukuro has redefined the possibilities of the ukulele with his genre-bending style and electrifying performances. Whether reimagining rock anthems or diving into soulful blues,...

Pablo Sáinz-Villegas, Spanish Night
Pablo Sáinz-Villegas, Spanish Night
Oct 30

Internationally celebrated as the “master of the guitar,” Pablo Sáinz-Villegas redefines Spanish classical guitar through his expressive artistry and bold spirit. For this intimate concert,...

123 Andrés
123 Andrés
Oct 26

Latin Grammy-winning duo 123 Andrés—composed of Andrés and Christina—bring their infectious energy and vibrant sound to the stage with a show that gets everyone clapping,...

All the Great Books (Abridged)
All the Great Books (Abridged)
Oct 23

The Reduced Shakespeare Company presents its signature wit and whirlwind energy to All the Great Books (Abridged)—a 98-minute romp through the literary canon like you've...

Noam Pikelny and Friends
Noam Pikelny and Friends
Oct 17

Noam Pikelny, a founding member of the Grammy-winning Punch Brothers, has redefined what it means to be a modern banjoist. Widely regarded as one of...

On Broadway
On Broadway
Oct 14

Featuring standout songs from the latest New York City theatre season, On Broadway delivers an electrifying evening of live music straight from the heart of...

Colin Hay
Colin Hay
Oct 9

Colin Hay returns to the stage with the signature charm, humor, and heart that have made his live shows so beloved. Best known as the...

Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!
Cirque Mechanics: Tilt!
Oct 7

Cirque Mechanics, renowned for its inventive fusion of acrobatics and mechanical marvels, invites audiences to experience its latest spectacle, Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride. Set...

Greek Rebetiko Trio
Greek Rebetiko Trio
Oct 4

Formed in Boston in 2014, the Greek Rebetiko Trio shares the rich heritage of rebetiko—often called the “blues of Greece”—through soulful vocals and spirited instrumentation....

Noche Flamenca
Noche Flamenca
Oct 2

Founded in 1993 by Martín Santangelo and Bessie Award–winning dancer Soledad Barrio, Noche Flamenca is celebrated worldwide for its deeply emotional, authentic flamenco performances. This...

Ryanhood
Ryanhood
Sep 27

Ryanhood, the dynamic acoustic duo from Tucson by way of Boston, deliver a high-energy blend of folk, rock, and pop that’s as heartfelt as it...

Janice Carissa, Piano
Janice Carissa, Piano
Sep 21

Indonesian pianist Janice Carissa brings a dynamic blend of virtuosity and heartfelt expression to the stage. A Gilmore Young Artist and Juilliard graduate, she has...

Sounds of Laurel Canyon: A Back to the Garden Story Concert
Sounds of Laurel Canyon: A Back to the Garden Story Concert
Sep 18

Experience the magic of a Back to the Garden Story Concert, celebrating the music and spirit of Laurel Canyon in the late ’60s and early...

The Flying Karamazov Brothers: 50 Years of Juggling and Cheap Theatrics
The Flying Karamazov Brothers: 50 Years of Juggling and Cheap Theatrics
Apr 27

Expect the unexpected with the Flying Karamazov Brothers, featuring the four self-proclaimed eccentric lunatics spicing things up with laugh-out-loud comedy, wild theatrics, arcane errata, and...

Letters Aloud: From the Front—Letters of Service and Sacrifice
Letters Aloud: From the Front—Letters of Service and Sacrifice
Mar 27

Letters Aloud has been delighting audiences with thought-provoking, relevant, hopeful, and humorous stories told through the real voices of real people via their personal correspondence....

American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
American Ballet Theatre Studio Company
Mar 13

ABT Studio Company, the junior company of American Ballet Theatre, is made up of rising stars of the ballet world between the ages of 17...

The Wailin’ Jennys
The Wailin’ Jennys
Mar 8

Starting as a happy accident of solo singer-songwriters getting together for a one-time-only performance at a tiny guitar shop in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the Wailin’ Jennys...

Marc Cohn
Marc Cohn
Mar 7

After winning a GRAMMY for his soulful ballad “Walking in Memphis,” Marc Cohn solidified his place as one of this generation’s most compelling singer-songwriters, combining...

Cirque Kalabanté
Cirque Kalabanté
Feb 5

Inspired by daily life in Guinea, Yamoussa Bangoura’s Afrique en Cirque shares the beauty, youth, and artistry of African culture. A colorful show beyond its...

The Pa'akai We Bring
The Pa'akai We Bring
Feb 1

The Pa‘akai We Bring introduces audiences to the Native Hawaiian relationship to pa‘akai (salt). Traditionally, pa‘akai is food, medicine, a sacrament, and a treasured gift....

Colin Hay
Colin Hay
Jan 23

Beloved for his intimate, confessional live shows, Colin Hay is widely known for being the influential and celebrated front man of Men At Work with...

The Peking Acrobats
The Peking Acrobats
Jan 19

For the last 32 years, the Peking Acrobats have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. The group performs daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of...

John Jorgenson Quintet with Frank Vignola
John Jorgenson Quintet with Frank Vignola
Jan 11

Immerse yourself in the mastery of music with John Jorgenson, a GRAMMY-winning virtuoso known for his stellar guitar skills and collaborations with legends like Elton...

Tommy Emmanuel, CGP
Tommy Emmanuel, CGP
Jan 9

Tommy Emmanuel, 2024 GRAMMY winner and one of Australia’s most respected guitarists, has a repertoire that spans pop, jazz, blues, gospel, classical, flamenco, and aboriginal...

Richie Furay
Richie Furay
Apr 20

Richie Furay is an American luminary and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee. He is celebrated for pioneering country-rock as a founding member of...

Animaniacs in Concert
Animaniacs in Concert
Apr 19

Join the leading voice cast of Animaniacs—the iconic animated Warner Bros. series created and produced by Steven Spielberg—for a “zany, animany and totally insaney” evening...

The Boy Who Cried Wolf
The Boy Who Cried Wolf
Apr 13

Introducing the magic of theatre to young audiences, The Boy Who Cried Wolf is an inspired take on the familiar Aesop fable that spins the...

Chad Lawson
Chad Lawson
Mar 20

As a world-renowned pianist with multiple number-one releases, Chad Lawson modernizes piano for the next generation through his bold interpretation of the classics—electronic loops and...

Dinosaur World Live
Dinosaur World Live
Mar 8

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live with roarsome fun for the whole family! Discover a prehistoric time of astonishing dinosaurs...

Trailblazing Women of Country: A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly
Trailblazing Women of Country: A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly
Mar 5

Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton revolutionized country music and blazed a trail for future generations of female artists. With their chart-topping hits and...

Eleni Katz & Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner: Dance Fever
Eleni Katz & Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner: Dance Fever
Mar 3

Eleni Katz, bassoonHailed for her virtuosity and vibrant musical spirit, bassoonist Eleni Katz has established herself as a prominent soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral player....

Ann Hampton Callaway Sings the ’70s
Ann Hampton Callaway Sings the ’70s
Mar 2

Don’t miss the Tony-nominated Broadway star and platinum-selling singer/songwriter for a night of rousing and beautiful classics with her all-star trio. Callaway covers hits from...

MOMIX: Alice
MOMIX: Alice
Feb 28

Travel down the rabbit hole MOMIX-style with Moses Pendleton's newest creation, Alice, inspired by Alice in Wonderland. As Alice’s body grows and shrinks and grows...

Leo Kottke
Leo Kottke
Feb 8

Described by the Los Angeles Times as "an American legend in the guitar world," two-time GRAMMY-nominee Leo Kottke has set the highest standards for acoustic...

JIG: A Trinity Irish Dance Company Production
JIG: A Trinity Irish Dance Company Production
Feb 6

JIG, a Trinity Irish Dance Company (TIDC) production, is a fresh take on TIDC’s internationally-renowned, alternative approach to a traditional form. In its premiere season,...

Reduced Shakespeare Company in The Complete History of Comedy (Abridged)
Reduced Shakespeare Company in The Complete History of Comedy (Abridged)
Feb 2

Sponsored by Mary and Tom HawkinsThey’ve skewered history, the Bible, and the world’s most celebrated playwright. Now, the Reduced Shakespeare Company tackles the subject it...

Time for Three
Time for Three
Jan 30

Bonded by an uncommon blend of instruments and vocals, violinists Charles Yang and Nick Kendall  and double bassist Ranaan Meyer have found a unique voice...

Versa-Style Dance Company
Versa-Style Dance Company
Jan 27

Versa-Style Dance Company is “Los Angeles’ best dance troupe for hip-hop empowerment” (LA Weekly). The group’s latest production, Freemind Freestyle, consists of high-energy, unadulterated hip-hop...

Young Concert Artists on Tour
Young Concert Artists on Tour
Jan 21

Part of the G. Beverly Bergmann Recital SeriesYoung Concert Artists (YCA) musicians are the leaders of the future—stars who combine world-class talent with creative vision...

Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation
Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation
Jan 20

A New York Times Critics Pick, Forbidden Broadway is a fall-down funny, satirical roast of more than 30 Broadway hits featuring outrageous costumes, silly spoofs...

The Righteous Brothers: Bill Medley & Bucky Heard
The Righteous Brothers: Bill Medley & Bucky Heard
Jan 18

Sponsored by Ellen and Doug WeitmanRock and Roll Hall of Fame duo the Righteous Brothers topped the charts for four decades. Now, Bill Medley joins...

The Queen's Cartoonists: Holiday Hurrah
The Queen's Cartoonists: Holiday Hurrah
Dec 3

Keenly aware of all things holiday oriented and completely ridiculous, musical ensemble The Queen’s Cartoonists have set out to find the best of the best...

The Dummy's Attic - Le Petit Cirque - guest Paula Abdul
The Dummy's Attic - Le Petit Cirque - guest Paula Abdul
Sep 10

The Dummy's Attic is an interactive musical by Le Petit Cirque. Special guest Paula Abdul. Benefitting Wagmor Pets.

Pepperdine Choir and Orchestra Christmas Concert
Pepperdine Choir and Orchestra Christmas Concert
Dec 1

Pepperdine Choir and Orchestra Christmas ConcertRyan Board and Long-Tao Tang, DirectorsThursday, December 1, 2022 • 7:30PMPresented by Pepperdine MusicCome celebrate the holiday season with the...

The Taming of the Shrew
The Taming of the Shrew
Apr 3 – Apr 6, 2019

Our production of The Taming of the Shrew promises to be anything but tame. In this unbridled new spin on Shakespeare's comedic battle of the...

Die Fledermaus
Die Fledermaus
Feb 21 – Feb 23, 2019

Mistaken identities, love affairs, and lighthearted revenge are all tied together with the intoxicating rhythm of the Viennese waltz. Johann Strauss's beloved operetta Die Fledermaus...

On Broadway
On Broadway
Jan 29

Bringing you the best of New York City theatre in one unforgettable night, get ready for a fantastic celebration of this year’s current Broadway season,...

Curtains
Curtains
Nov 9 – Nov 17, 2018

It's the brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston's Colonial Theatre is hosting the opening-night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady...

Tomás and the Library Lady
Tomás and the Library Lady
Sep 30

Unable to read English, Tomás, a migrant boy, is terrified of school. When his family heads North for the harvest, he finds a refuge that...

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