Odyssey Theatre

ONE MILLION WORDS �" RILKE Will Make North American Premiere at Sierra Madre Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2026

Sierra Madre Playhouse will present the North American premiere of One Million Words – Rilke, a hit solo show inspired by the groundbreaking work of poet Rainer Maria Rilke created by and starring Ivo Müller.

Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle Reveals 2025 Season Award Finalists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

The Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle has revealed the Finalists for its 2025 Season Awards honoring significant achievements in each of the Circle’s season award categories.

Gregg T. Daniel to Direct Lolita Chakrabarti’s HYMN at Odyssey Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 11, 2026

The Odyssey Theatre Ensemble and Lower Depth Theatre will present the West Coast premiere of Hymn, a new play by Olivier Award-winning playwright Lolita Chakrabarti (Life of Pi, Hamnet), directed by Gregg T. Daniel.

Interview: Apollo Dukakis on YOU AND ME, part of OK, OLYMPIA, LET’S GO!
by Shari Barrett - Mar 10, 2026

Boston-born Apollo Dukakis most important lifelong role has been as the adoring brother of his sister, Academy-Award winning actress Olympia Dukakis, who left us in 2021. To honor her memory, Odyssey Theatre Ensemble is presenting OK, OLYMPIA, LET’S GO!, a multi-media celebration of her life that includes YOU AND ME, a one-act play written by Apollo.

World Premiere of HOW TO HAVE SEX AGAIN Set for Odyssey Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 6, 2026

The Rebel & The Warrior, artists in residence at Sanguine Theatre Company, will present the world premiere of How to Have Sex Again, written by Louis Reyes McWilliams.

Odyssey's Thresholds of Invention to Feature Ivo Müller in RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Ivo Müller will star in RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS at Odyssey's Thresholds of Invention, exploring the poetic universe of Rainer Maria Rilke. Learn more about the performance here!

Odyssey Theatre To Celebrate Olympia Dukakis With OK, OLYMPIA, LET’S GO!
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will honor Academy Award winner Olympia Dukakis with OK, OLYMPIA, LET’S GO! on March 21 and 22 in Los Angeles. The tribute features a performance of You and Me by Apollo Dukakis and Kandis Chappell.

MALICE: Stories of Injustice to Return to the Odyssey, Inspired by ICE-Affected Families
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present two evenings, one in English and one in Spanish, of MALICE: Stories of Injustice, a series of monologues inspired by true stories of families and communities affected by ICE.

SEX, LIES AND HAROLD PINTER is Coming to the Odyssey Theatre in a Visiting Production
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2026

Veteran director Jack Heller will return to the Odyssey Theatre to helm a visiting production of Sex, Lies and Harold Pinter, an evening of two rarely staged Pinter one-acts—both darkly comic, both unmistakably unsettling.

Debbie Kasper to Star in MONKEYS ON MY BACK & EVERYWHERE ELSE at Odyssey Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 12, 2026

Monkeys on My Back & Everywhere Else! is a raw, hilarious, and deeply moving solo show with writer & performer Debbie Kasper—two-time Emmy–nominated writer and multiple award-winning comedian—which lays bare. 

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble To Present Reading Of PASSAGE By Tina Preston
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 3, 2026

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble will present a reading of Passage, a new play by Tina Preston, as part of its Thresholds of Invention series. Directed by Roxanne Rogers, the work explores women’s shared experience and emotional resilience aboard a ship in transit.

Music at the Odyssey to Present John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 3, 2026

Music at the Odyssey will host a one-time performance of John Snow's THE POETRY IN MUSIC, exploring the intersection of verse and melody.

The Ebell Of Los Angeles To Launch 2026 With January Programming
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026

The Ebell of Los Angeles will kick off 2026 with a January lineup of spoken word, live conversation, comedy, creative workshops, and student matinees. Events will take place throughout the month at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre.

Susan Krebs & Jazz Ensemble The Local Outfit to Perform At The Odyssey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 6, 2026

Los Angeles-based jazz vocalist, songwriter, recording artist and actor Susan Krebs, joined by jazz ensemble The Local Outfit, will perform at The Odyssey. 

ALL-BOSTON COMEDY NIGHT is Coming to the Odyssey Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

Comedy Night at the Odyssey series curator Kevin Flynn and more will return for an “All-Boston” night of unforgettable stand-up at The Odyssey Theatre.

Odyssey Theatre’s 'Thresholds of Invention to Kick off the New Year With Three Works in Process
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2025

Odyssey Theatre Ensemble’s Thresholds of Invention series will kick off the new year by presenting first looks at works-in-process by three prominent L.A. visionaries.

Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025

This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; Hudson Theatres Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025

We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards; JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Los Angeles Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: BOB'S HOLIDAY OFFICE PARTY at Odyssey Theatre Ensemble
by Shari Barrett - Dec 15, 2025

The hilarious and irreverent comedy has become a vital part of every Christmas season in Los Angeles since 1995, and dedicated fans have been returning over the years to laugh at all the riotous antics.