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Mark Taper Forum History
The Mark Taper Forum, located at The Music Center, is where we think about how art sheds a light on society. It’s where we produce plays—whether they’re world premieres, second productions, or the remounting of important works—that provoke conversations.
Shows at the Mark Taper Forum
DATES PRODUCTION 11/22/2019 - 12/29/2019 Jitney (2019) 7/9/2014 - 8/17/2014 Buyer & Cellar (2014) 1/25/2009 - 3/15/2009 Pippin (2009) 1/7/2007 - 2/18/2007 13 (2007) 12/4/2003 - 1/25/2004 Like Jazz (2003) 10/22/1998 - 12/6/1998 Putting It Together (1998) 2/24/1991 - 4/21/1991 Jelly's Last Jam (1991) 10/30/1986 - 10/30/1986 Ghetto (1986) 8/29/1985 - 8/29/1985 The Beautiful Lady (1985)
News
Interview: Theatre Life with Shannon Cochran
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 23, 2026
Today’s subject Shannon Cochran is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in the stage version of the horror movie franchise Paranormal Activity. The show runs from Jan 28th through February 7th at STC’s Harman Hall.
by Elliot Lanes - Jan 23, 2026
Today’s subject Shannon Cochran is currently living her theatre life onstage at Shakespeare Theatre Company (STC) in the stage version of the horror movie franchise Paranormal Activity. The show runs from Jan 28th through February 7th at STC’s Harman Hall.
Award-Winning Show BLACK BASTARD Returns to LA LGBT Center for Exclusive Performance
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026
Jon Joseph Gentry's acclaimed solo show BLACK BASTARD, celebrated for its dynamic storytelling and character portrayal, will be staged at the LA LGBT Center on January 23, 2026. The one-night-only event follows a successful run at the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival and includes a post-show discussion with Gentry.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026
Jon Joseph Gentry's acclaimed solo show BLACK BASTARD, celebrated for its dynamic storytelling and character portrayal, will be staged at the LA LGBT Center on January 23, 2026. The one-night-only event follows a successful run at the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival and includes a post-show discussion with Gentry.
Cast Set for MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2026
Ma Rainey and her band return to The Goodman this spring in a major revival—and a reunion of two Chicago theater legends. Goodman Family Resident Director Chuck Smith directs August Wilson's Ma Rainey's Black Bottom with Associate/Music Director Harry J. Lennix.
GOD OF CARNAGE and WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF Come to South Coast Repertory
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
South Coast Repertory will open 2026 with a rotating repertory of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
South Coast Repertory will open 2026 with a rotating repertory of Edward Albee's Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and God of Carnage by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton.
PARANORMAL ACTIVITY Extends West End Run For a Second Time
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026
A second extension has been announced for the West End premiere of Paranormal Activity, which is now booking through to Saturday 25 April 2026. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 8, 2026
A second extension has been announced for the West End premiere of Paranormal Activity, which is now booking through to Saturday 25 April 2026. Learn more here!
Reanne Acasio, Joshua Dela Cruz and More to Star in HERE LIES LOVE at the Mark Taper Forum
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
Center Theatre Group has revealed the cast for a new production of the musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum featuring music by Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 11, 2025
Center Theatre Group has revealed the cast for a new production of the musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum featuring music by Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim.
Interview: Juliette Carrillo of GO, DOG, GO! at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - Dec 10, 2025
Children's Theatre Company is prepring to delight Twin Cities audiences once again with their new production, Go, Dog, Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! P.D. Eastman’s classic book lands onstage with roller-skating, bike-riding, and scoot-scootering dogs!
by Joe Sarafolean - Dec 10, 2025
Children's Theatre Company is prepring to delight Twin Cities audiences once again with their new production, Go, Dog, Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve! P.D. Eastman’s classic book lands onstage with roller-skating, bike-riding, and scoot-scootering dogs!
Video: John McCook Looks Back at Broadway Start in WEST SIDE STORY Revival
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
During an appearance on CBS's Soapy podcast, John McCook shared his short-lived Broadway experience in a 1964 City Center revival of West Side Story and how it led to his long career in Hollywood. Watch the clip now.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 9, 2025
During an appearance on CBS's Soapy podcast, John McCook shared his short-lived Broadway experience in a 1964 City Center revival of West Side Story and how it led to his long career in Hollywood. Watch the clip now.
Center Theatre Group Creates New Works Development Pipeline
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Center Theatre Group has in place a new developmental pipeline for plays and musicals, created by Snehal Desai, CTG’s Brindell & Milton Gottlieb Artistic Director.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 8, 2025
Center Theatre Group has in place a new developmental pipeline for plays and musicals, created by Snehal Desai, CTG’s Brindell & Milton Gottlieb Artistic Director.
Broadstage To Present ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE Starring Patrick Page
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
BroadStage will present ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE, a one-man show in which Patrick Page examines Shakespeare’s most infamous antagonists. Directed by Simon Godwin.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
BroadStage will present ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE, a one-man show in which Patrick Page examines Shakespeare’s most infamous antagonists. Directed by Simon Godwin.
Patrick Page to Star in TITUS ANDRONICUS Off-Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Patrick Page will lead the cast of Red Bull Theater's production of William Shakespeare’s TITUS ANDRONICUS directed by Jesse Berger, set to be presented Off-Broadway.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 1, 2025
Patrick Page will lead the cast of Red Bull Theater's production of William Shakespeare’s TITUS ANDRONICUS directed by Jesse Berger, set to be presented Off-Broadway.
The Hanover Theatre Reveals Key Leadership Appointments Across Artistic Programming, Education, Human Relations, and Marketing
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced several leadership appointments to strengthen the organization’s artistic, educational, operational, and strategic capacity.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2025
The Hanover Theatre & Conservatory for the Performing Arts has announced several leadership appointments to strengthen the organization’s artistic, educational, operational, and strategic capacity.
Interview: Eric Seppala, Star of FRUIT CAKE FOLLIES! at the Hollywood Catalina Jazz Club
by Gavin Glynn - Nov 19, 2025
Everybody's favorite camp cabaret performer is headlining the Catalina Jazz Club for the 27th Annual Fruit Cake Follies! with Music Direction by the industry established Michael Orland!
by Gavin Glynn - Nov 19, 2025
Everybody's favorite camp cabaret performer is headlining the Catalina Jazz Club for the 27th Annual Fruit Cake Follies! with Music Direction by the industry established Michael Orland!
HERE LIES LOVE to Play at the Mark Taper Forum This Winter
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
Center Theatre Group will present a new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum featuring music by Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025
Center Theatre Group will present a new production of the groundbreaking musical Here Lies Love at the Mark Taper Forum featuring music by Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner David Byrne and Grammy Award winner Fatboy Slim.
JAJA’S AFRICAN HAIR BRAIDING & More Lead Los Angeles's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by BWW Staff - Oct 30, 2025
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Jaja’s African Hair Braiding and more.
by BWW Staff - Oct 30, 2025
Los Angeles is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Jaja’s African Hair Braiding and more.
Center Theatre Group Reveals 2025/26 LA Writers' Workshop and LA Artist Residencies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Center Theatre Group is offering a slate of artistic programming that helps identify and support the next generation of great plays and playwrights. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2025
Center Theatre Group is offering a slate of artistic programming that helps identify and support the next generation of great plays and playwrights. Learn more!
Mark Taper Forum Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Mark Taper Forum?
Mark Taper Forum's current show is Jitney which began performances on 11/22/2019.
How many seats does Mark Taper Forum have?
Mark Taper Forum has 750 seats.
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