Shows Coming Soon to LA

Candlelight: The Lord of the Rings invites you to step into Middle-earth as a live string quartet brings the iconic music of the film trilogy to life in a warmly lit setting surrounded by a sea of flickering candles. Over the course of the concert, sweeping heroic themes and intimate, haunting melodies trace the saga’s emotional journey—from the Shire’s cozy wonder to the shadow and triumph of the final chapters—featuring beloved moments like “Concerning Hobbits,” “The Riders of Rohan,” and “Into the West,” reimagined with chamber-music elegance and cinematic punch. Designed as a special anniversary tribute, it’s an immersive, goosebump-inducing night that feels like traveling with the Fellowship—one glowing note at a time.

Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny turns the glow of hundreds of candles into the perfect backdrop for a live string quartet reimagining the superstar’s biggest tracks in a fresh, cinematic way—equal parts romantic, swaggering, and irresistibly rhythmic. With melodies from favorites like “Yonaguni,” “Moscow Mule,” “Ojitos Lindos,” “Me Porto Bonito,” and “Tití Me Preguntó,” plus crowd-pleasing moments like “La Noche de Anoche,” “Callaíta,” “un 100xto,” and a closing medley, the concert blends reggaetón energy with elegant chamber-music textures for an immersive hour that feels both intimate and hype at the same time.

Appearing on the heels of her sold-out SF Sketchfest debut, Sydney Kane’s Wife Material is coming to Los Angeles. A one hour original musical comedy about the trials and tribulations of what it means to be (or not be) WIFE MATERIAL, Kane’s show has sold out every single date she has performed of the show. Starting as what was supposed to be a solo Cabaret one-off but evolved into a full one-woman musical comedy, Wife Material now has a Los Angeles show mid-Feb, just in time to recover from Valentines Day. This is an encore presentation of her always sold-out, out of nowhere success, Wife Material.

SPAMALOT, which first galloped onto Broadway in 2005, features a book & lyrics by Eric Idle and music by John Du Prez and Eric Idle. The original Broadway production was nominated for fourteen Tony Awards and won three, including Best Musical. The musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, has everything that makes a great knight at the theatre, from flying cows to killer rabbits, British royalty to French taunters, dancing girls, rubbery shrubbery, and of course, the Lady of the Lake. SPAMALOT features well-known song titles such as “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life,” “The Song That Goes Like This,” “Find Your Grail” and more that have become beloved classics in the musical theatre canon.
At Segerstrom Center for the Arts from Feb 17 - Feb 22
At Pantages Theatre from Mar 24 - April 12

In SIX, the queens of Henry VIII take the mic to reclaim their identities out of the shadow of their infamous spouse-remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of twenty-first-century girl power. The all-woman cast, backed by an all-woman band known as the "Ladies in Waiting," traverses the spectrum of modern-day pop with a soundtrack that has stormed up the UK charts.
At Pantages Theatre from Feb 18 - Mar 8
At Segerstrom Center for the Arts from Mar 10 - Mar 15

International City Theatre opens its 41st season with I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, the crowd-pleasing musical comedy revue that tackles modern love in all its forms. Four triple threat performers portray over 40 characters in a collection of scenes and songs scaling the dizzying spectrum of relationships, revealing the difficulties and joys of connecting with another person at nearly every stage of life.

What do Heracles, son of Zeus, and Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space, have in common? Honestly, not much—except DESTINY. In Absolute Legends, performers Will Thomas McFadden and Alan Linic channel the ancient and the astronomical through a fever dream of grueling physical comedy, advanced dialect work, bold movements that occasionally resemble dance, and deeply consensual audience interaction. Seventy-five minutes of mangled myths, cosmic confusion, and heroic hijinks—delivered with the confidence of two average white men who probably should have done more research.

From the moment the curtain rises, you’ll be swept into the electrifying world of 1960s Baltimore, where dance floors are alive, the music is non-stop, and change is in the air as dance-loving teen Tracy Turnblad auditions for a spot on "The Corny Collins Show" and wins, becoming an overnight celebrity. With her newfound influence, she advocates for racial integration on the television show and proves that perseverance and believing in yourself does make a difference.

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings is a high-energy, candlelit concert that flips golden-era hip-hop into lush, cinematic arrangements performed live by a string quartet, letting iconic hooks and beats hit with fresh drama and surprising emotion. Over about an hour, you’ll hear crowd-pleasing medleys celebrating legends like Fugees and Lauryn Hill, Jay-Z, Nas, Outkast, Missy Elliott, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang Clan, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., and Dr. Dre—plus a full-string take on Snoop Dogg’s “Gin and Juice”—creating an immersive night that feels equal parts nostalgic, elegant, and electrifying under the warm glow of candlelight.

Candlelight: From Bach to The Beatles is a genre-hopping, candlelit concert that pairs beloved classical masterpieces with iconic Beatles songs, reimagined for string quartet in a warm, immersive atmosphere. The set moves seamlessly from the elegance of Bach (including a Bach/“Blackbird” pairing) and the sparkle of Mozart’s “Eine kleine Nachtmusik,” through the dramatic drive of Beethoven’s Fifth and the dreamlike shimmer of Debussy’s “Clair de Lune,” then back into Beatles favorites like “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Eleanor Rigby,” “Yesterday,” “Help!,” “Here Comes the Sun,” “A Day in the Life,” and “Strawberry Fields Forever,” creating a musical journey that connects centuries of melody, emotion, and invention in a single, intimate evening.

Acclaimed playwright Neil LaBute brings a fresh edge to Chekhov’s tragicomic masterpiece about disillusionment, unrequited love, frustrated passion, and the search for meaning. Set in a rural estate at the end of the 19th century, the lives of Vanya, his niece Sonya, the retired Professor Serebryakov and his young wife Yelena intertwine, leading to complex jealousies, romantic rivalries, and emotional breakdowns as they confront their wasted lives and failed dreams. Vanya and Astrov, a local doctor, both fall in love with Yelena, a spoiled, self-centered beauty; Sonya pines hopelessly for the doctor; while the oblivious Professor disrupts everyone’s lives with his egotistical demands. This classic play, rendered here by LaBute in a new, contemporary version, uses deceptively ordinary dialogue to reveal deep human frailties and a poignant, yet hopeful message about how we find the strength to endure life’s struggles.

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA is a vibrant, candlelit concert that pits two legendary hit factories against each other-reimagined in rich, cinematic string arrangements that make familiar choruses feel brand new. Performed live by the Metropolis String Quartet, the program races from ABBA's glossy pop euphoria ("Dancing Queen," "SOS," "Money, Money, Money," "Voulez Vous," "Waterloo," "Super Trouper," "Mamma Mia," "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!") to Queen's larger-than-life rock drama ("Bohemian Rhapsody," "I Want to Break Free," "Killer Queen," "Don't Stop Me Now," "We Will Rock You," "We Are the Champions"), creating an immersive hour of sing-along energy, soaring melodies, and pure joy under the warm glow of candlelight.

Experience the raw emotion and unforgettable anthems of the 1990s reimagined in an intimate acoustic setting at Candlelight: 90s Unplugged, where the Listeso String Quartet breathes new life into grunge, alternative rock, and power ballads that defined a generation. This 60-minute journey features stripped-down interpretations of iconic tracks from Nirvana, Foo Fighters, The Cranberries, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Radiohead, and more, transforming electric guitar riffs and drum-driven energy into hauntingly beautiful string arrangements that reveal the profound musicality beneath these beloved songs.

DAD'S LEG is a dark comedy about two estranged sisters' bizarre battle over their father's soon-to-be-amputated leg. Connie, fueled by a "vision from God," believes keeping the leg will heal their broken family; Brianna knows it's just another mess she'll be left to clean up. But as the play unfolds, the desperate struggle for the leg brings the sisters face-to-face with the question at the heart of every broken family: can they find a miracle of forgiveness, or are some wounds too deep to heal?

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer is a cinematic, candlelit concert that transforms some of modern film’s most iconic scores into an intimate, goosebump-inducing experience, performed live by a string quartet surrounded by the soft glow of hundreds of flickering candles. The program sweeps from soaring, emotional themes to pulse-pounding action cues—reimagining unforgettable music from Interstellar, Inception (“Time”), The Dark Knight (“Like a Dog Chasing Cars”), Gladiator, The Lion King, Man of Steel, Sherlock Holmes (“Discombobulate”), Kung Fu Panda (“Oogway Ascends”), Madagascar (“Zoosters Breakout”), and a Pirates of the Caribbean medley—capturing Zimmer’s signature blend of heart, momentum, and epic scale in a beautifully close-up setting.

Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons is a high-energy, candlelit concert that transforms two arena-sized catalogs into lush, cinematic string arrangements, performed live by the Metropolis String Quartet for an immersive hour of soaring melodies and big emotional payoffs. The program moves through fan favorites like Coldplay's "Clocks," "Adventure of a Lifetime," "Fix You," "The Scientist," "Viva la Vida," and "A Sky Full of Stars," alongside Imagine Dragons hits including "Radioactive," "Eyes Closed," "Nice to Meet You," "Follow You," "Bad Liar," and "Believer," creating a "best of both worlds" evening where familiar choruses feel intimate, dramatic, and completely reimagined under the glow of candlelight.

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings invites you into an elegant, Regency-inspired evening where the beloved melodies from Netflix's Bridgerton are reimagined in rich, romantic string arrangements beneath the soft glow of hundreds of candles. With the Kennedy String Quartet bringing the series' most recognizable themes and pop-covers-turned-classical to life, the concert blends sweeping drama, intimate tenderness, and a touch of high-society sparkle-perfect for fans who want to feel the show's glamour and emotional punch in a completely immersive, live-music setting.

The show tells the true stories of women in their struggles and triumphs over cancer. These stories form the emotional backbone of the night, and dive into touching, profound, and sometimes hilarious aspects of living with an often life-threatening illness. Each year Lineage brings new women's stories to light as well as the choreography that has been inspired by their words.

Candlelight: Neo-Soul Favorites is a smooth, candlelit concert experience that reimagines modern R&B, neo-soul, and hip-hop favorites through lush live string arrangements, letting familiar grooves and hooks land with new intimacy and cinematic warmth. Performed by the Listeso String Quartet, the set moves through a feel-good, slow-burn playlist that can include SZA's "Good Days," Lauryn Hill's "Ex-Factor," Solange's "Don't Touch My Hair," Miguel's "Adorn," Frank Ocean's "Thinkin Bout You," Prince's "Purple Rain," Sade's "Smooth Operator," D'Angelo's "Untitled (How Does It Feel)," Childish Gambino's "Redbone," H.E.R.'s "The Best Part," Alicia Keys' "You Don't Know My Name," and Boyz II Men's "End of the Road," creating an immersive night that feels equal parts soulful, elegant, and deeply vibey under the glow of candlelight.

"There’s a universe of people outside and you’re responsible to it." Arthur Miller’s All My Sons is a gripping tragedy about family and morality. In the aftermath of World War II, the Keller family’s fragile happiness is shattered when long-buried secrets force them to confront the consequences of their choices. Directed by Oánh Nguyễn, this timeless classic delivers an unflinching look at love, sacrifice, and the price of the American Dream.

Based on C.S. Lewis’ classic work of literature, this play faithfully recreates the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander from an old wardrobe into the exciting, never-to-be-forgotten Narnia.

A small town in the south-west of Ireland receives international recognition after President Clinton plans a trip to their iconic golf course, just a few days after his infamous scandal. An opportunistic hotelier, Roger Hasett decides it's in the town's best interest to build a statue of the president to commemorate the occasion. The wealthy and powerful businessman also goes to sinister lengths to convince Monica Looney to change the name of her small business, Monica’s Shoe Repair, out of worry that it could upset the president when he drives through the town. The unhinged cobbler’s hatred for adulterers leads to a massive fall out that sparks outrage, vandalism, and violence. Meanwhile, Monica’s children have to break the news that they are both moving abroad, a decision difficult to justify in the height of the Celtic Tiger. Ballybunion Backs Bill is a fictional account of a true event that occurred in Co Kerry in September 1998.

Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher Based on the book by Harry Allard and James Marshall Miss Nelson can’t control her crazy classroom because she’s just too nice. But when she disappears, her replacement is the hard-as-nails, detention-loving, recess-canceling, homework-overloading substitute teacher Viola Swamp! With the Big Test approaching, the kids suddenly realize how much they miss Miss Nelson and they’ll do anything — including hiring a private eye — to solve the mystery of her disappearance and bring her back.

Candlelight: Tribute to Metallica unleashes the band’s biggest riffs and anthems in a totally different way, as a live string quartet turns heavy metal into a dramatic, cinematic concert experience under the warm glow of countless candles. Over 60 minutes, thunderous rhythms and soaring melodies shift between raw power and surprising tenderness, moving through iconic tracks like “Enter Sandman,” “One,” “Master of Puppets,” “Nothing Else Matters,” “The Unforgiven,” “Fade to Black,” “For Whom the Bell Tolls,” “Seek & Destroy,” “Sad But True,” and even “Whiskey in the Jar,” all reimagined with lush harmonies and adrenaline-pumping intensity that makes the music feel both intimate and epic at the same time.

Originally conceived during the Covid epidemic, BOY IN A BOX is, at its core, about race. Recent administrations have unleashed racism in this country as a "norm", to be accepted, even nurtured. Is it possible it could get even worse? Are we only seeing a glimpse of how bad it could get if the "boy" is let out of the box? Racism, America's original sin, is alive and well. The boy stands for the atrocities against indigenous people, the onslaught of slavery and crimes against those less fortunate - the people that formed the very fabric of our great country.

THE ONLY GIRL WHO LIKES FRANK ZAPPA is an incisive, funny, and cutting play about modern relationships, 90s nostalgia, people who use pop culture references to avoid talking about their emotions, and how we choose our identities and our pasts. Bo, a music writer and son of a former TV star, and Deena, his progressive contract writer Jewish wife, flee LA for Palm Springs after an earthquake knocks out their power. They are joined there by Bo's "almost stepsister" Adira, a vivacious Jewish artist, and her older TV executive girlfriend, Renata. Bo decides to reignite an unspoken attraction he believes he and Adira have shared for almost thirty years. But memory isn't truth, it's a weapon and a shield, used to protect ourselves and attack others. After the performance there will be a cast QA and discussion with best selling author Collin Armstrong (Polybius). RSVP with # of Guests to stagedreadingrsvp@gmail.com

Hailed by critics and beloved by audiences, this eagerly anticipated revival transports you to Ancient Egypt in Philip Glass's enthralling portrait of a trailblazing pharaoh. Countertenor John Holiday is the titular Akhnaten, determined to lead Egypt into a new age even as his plan to abandon the old gods puts his kingdom (and his life) in peril. Mezzo-soprano Sun-Ly Pierce is his queen Nefertiti, soprano So Young Park is the powerful dowager Queen Tye, and Grammy winner Zachary James reprises his memorable role as Amenhotep III, leading the audience through the ritualistic action on the stage.

Candlelight: Tribute to Adele is a glowing, immersive concert experience that reimagines Adele's powerhouse ballads and breakup anthems in lush live string arrangements, performed in a room lit by the soft shimmer of candlelight. Over roughly an hour, you'll hear beautifully transformed favorites like "Hello," "Rumour Has It," "Make You Feel My Love," "Water Under the Bridge," "Oh My God," "Someone Like You," "Send My Love (To Your New Lover)," "Chasing Pavements," "Skyfall," "When We Were Young," "Set Fire to the Rain," "Easy On Me," and "Rolling in the Deep," creating a night that feels intimate, cinematic, and deeply emotional from the first note to the final crescendo.

Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac is a glowing, immersive concert that transforms Fleetwood Mac's iconic soft-rock sound into lush, cinematic string arrangements performed live in a sea of flickering candles. Expect an intimate, emotionally rich journey through favorites like "Everywhere," "Gypsy," "You Make Loving Fun," "Never Going Back Again," "Don't Stop," "Gold Dust Woman," "Go Your Own Way," "Landslide," "Little Lies," "Songbird," "Rhiannon," and "The Chain," where familiar melodies take on new warmth and drama-part sing-along nostalgia, part classical reimagining, and entirely transportive.

Broadway star Sara Porkalob returns to the Geffen Playhouse for the second installment of “The Dragon Cycle.” In this next chapter, Maria Porkalob, Jr. dreams of a bigger, gayer life beyond Bremerton, WA. But when an unexpected chance to escape arises, she faces an impossible choice—stay with her struggling family or chase freedom in the wilds of Alaska. Packed with ghosts, Filipino gangsters, and a killer ’90s R&B soundtrack, this award-winning, high-octane solo show is a raw, hilarious, and deeply moving story of resilience, queer love, and what it takes to break free and find home.

The first summer blockbuster movie is being filmed - but no one working on the film would know it. Dive deep into the tumultuous, murky waters of the making of a major motion picture with testy, feuding costars, unpredictable weather, and a shark prop whose constant breakdowns are looking like an omen for the future of the movie. In this comedy co-written by Ian Shaw and Joseph Nixon, the short tempers of "Jaws" stars Robert Shaw (father of co-writer Ian Shaw), Richard Dreyfuss, and Roy Scheider take center stage as they bond, argue, drink, gamble, and pray for an end to the shoot, not knowing it will change their lives forever.

The Mate Monologues, is a chaotic comedic one-woman show about an Argentinian-born, Miami-raised, Spanish & Jewish Latina traveling the world to find herself with only the south american drink, yerba mate by her side.

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen is a glowing, immersive concert that transforms the band's stadium-sized rock into lush, cinematic string arrangements performed live in a sea of flickering candles, letting every hook and harmony hit with fresh emotion and intimacy. Over about an hour, you'll hear instantly recognizable favorites like "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Don't Stop Me Now," "We Will Rock You," "Somebody to Love," "Another One Bites the Dust," "Killer Queen," "Radio Ga Ga," "Love of My Life," and "We Are the Champions," all reimagined by a live string quartet for a night that feels both epic and beautifully close-up.

It's showtime! Based on Tim Burton's dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set, and a score that's out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is "SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!" (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it's a remarkably touching show about family, love, and making the most of every Day-O!

Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles is a glowing, candlelit concert that reimagines the Fab Four’s most beloved songs through the rich, cinematic sound of a live string quartet, turning familiar melodies into something freshly intimate and surprisingly powerful. From bright, feel-good classics like “Here Comes the Sun” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand” to sing-along favorites such as “Hey Jude” and “With a Little Help From My Friends,” the set moves effortlessly between tenderness (“Yesterday,” “Blackbird,” “Here, There, and Everywhere”) and swagger (“Come Together,” “While My Guitar Gently Weeps”), creating a nostalgic night that feels both elegant and joyfully communal.

Two brothers join a caravan of characters who find themselves entangled in a play within a play within a world their fictional minds can scarcely grasp. An off-Broadway producer, an eccentric British couple, and a band of bumbling terrorists round out the mayhem.

The Color Purple is an uplifting and powerful story of resilience, self-love, and the strength of the human spirit. The show received its Broadway premiere in 2005 (receiving 10 Tony Award nominations) and was revived in 2015 (four Tony Award nominations with two wins including Best Revival of a Musical).

Candlelight: Mozart vs Beethoven is a luminous classical “showdown” that sets two titans of Western music side by side, performed live in a room glowing with candlelight as a string ensemble brings their most iconic melodies into sharp, emotionally charged focus. The program moves from Mozart’s sparkling elegance—featuring favorites like the “Turkish March,” the overture to The Marriage of Figaro, and the irresistible energy of Eine kleine Nachtmusik—into Beethoven’s bold, dramatic world with beloved excerpts such as the Moonlight Sonata, the aching slow movement of the Pathétique, “Für Elise,” and triumphant symphonic moments like “Ode to Joy” and the famous opening drive of Symphony No. 5, creating an intimate, cinematic evening where every phrase feels fresh, immediate, and unforgettable.

Candlelight Evanston: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More is an immersive classical concert that surrounds you with the warm glow of candlelight while a live string quartet brings Vivaldi’s seasonal masterpiece to life with vivid contrast and storytelling—bright, blossoming “Spring,” storm-tossed “Summer,” golden “Autumn,” and crystalline “Winter.” Along the way, the program expands the palette with the soaring lyricism of Massenet’s “Méditation,” the hypnotic modern shimmer of Max Richter’s reimagined Vivaldi, and the tango-tinged electricity of Piazzolla favorites like “Verano Porteño” and “Libertango,” creating a night that feels both intimate and cinematic from first note to last.

The Nocturne Theatre's 2026 production of Jesus Christ Superstar presents the seminal rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice with a visceral, immersive experience that reverberates with contemporary social relevance. The production highlights the story's enduring examination of power, protest, and moral ambiguity -- inviting audiences to see echoes of modern struggles for justice and identity in the fractured relationships between Jesus, Judas, and their followers.

At the Frasier household, preparations for Grandma's birthday party are underway. Beverly is holding on to her sanity by a thread to make sure this party is perfect, but her sister can't be bothered to help, her husband doesn't seem to listen, her brother is MIA, her daughter is a teenager, and maybe nothing is what it seems in the first place.

Gunderson’s sharp, witty, and bi-partisan political satire finds Miss America, a Republican senator’s aide, and a liberal blogger locked in a hotel room together—with America’s future is at stake. In hilarious fashion the play explores power, identity, and the fight to be heard, offering a fresh, provocative take on politics and gender in today’s world. “So many hysterical lines in the play that you’d hardly finish laughing at one before the next hit you.” —KQED Arts

This award-winning comedy drama, which inspired the Netflix hit, is a hilarious, feel-good story about a Korean family-run corner store. Mr. Kim works hard to support his wife and children with his Toronto convenience store. As he evaluates his future, he faces both a changing neighborhood landscape and the gap between his values and those of his Canadian-born children. Playwright Ins Choi, who will also star in the production as the titular character, calls Kim's Convenience his "love letter to his parents and to all first-generation immigrants who call Canada their home."

Created by visionary artist Hamid Rahmanian, this stunning multimedia production uses shadow puppetry and projected animation to reimagine the Persian epic Shahnameh. At its heart is Manijeh, a fierce heroine navigating a world of mythical beasts who must use all her strengths and talents to rescue her beloved, Bijan, from a perilous predicament. Hamid Rahmanian’s Song of the North is an epic love story with a cast of 483 handmade puppets and a talented ensemble of actors and puppeteers, all coming together to create powerful theater for young minds ready to explore heroism, heritage, and imaginative storytelling.

Pulitzer Prize winning Death of a Salesman is a poignant exploration of the American Dream and its unraveling. The play follows aging salesman Willy Loman as he grapples with disappointment, disillusionment, and the growing gap between his dreams and reality. As Willy's world unravels, so does his sense of identity, leading to heartbreaking confrontations with his family and himself. Through memory, conflict, and fractured hope, Miller crafts a powerful portrait of a man chasing success in a society that defines worth by achievement. Death of a Salesman remains a timeless and deeply human story about ambition, family, and self-worth.

Celebrate the Easter Season with Sister as she answers the time worn questions of the season like "Why isn't Easter the same day every year like Christmas?" and "Will My Bunny Go To Heaven?" Part pageant, and wHOLY hysterical, this latest of the sinfully funny Late Nite Catechism series unearths the origins of Easter bunnies, Easter eggs, Easter bonnets, Easter baskets, and of course those yummy Easter Peeps. Sister answers questions about pet heaven and the significance of those adorable baby chicks! Classroom participation is a must, so don't forget to wear your Easter bonnet and join Sister for this seasonal treat!

A powerhouse of artistic excellence, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater carries forward a legacy of African American strength, resilience and joy through the power of movement. Founded in 1958 by Alvin Ailey, the company revolutionized modern dance, centering Black culture and storytelling on stages throughout the world, while transcending boundaries of race, faith and nationality with its universal humanity. Revelations, Ailey's iconic masterpiece, remains a soul-stirring tribute to the Black experience, set to the rhythms of gospel, blues and spirituals. The company returns to The Music Center as part of its exclusive multi-year Southern California residency, under the leadership of its new Artist Director Alicia Graf Mack. In two different programs, audiences will be treated to classic works from the Ailey repertory that have thrilled fans for decades and new works by contemporary choreographers that promise to propel dance in exciting new directions.

TEENS ON TOUR is a uniquely powerful production that brings real teens to the stage, to confront serious topics facing their generation. Tackling topics such as bullying, violence, racism, and prejudice, The Center of the Universe takes audiences on a journey into the past, to gain new perspective on the present as stories from slavery and the Holocaust are woven with events inspired by today’s headlines. The candid, post-show discussion with the young cast will leave you motivated with an unforgettable message about the value of human life.

Based on real events in both our past and much more recent history, The Messenger brings together the voices of four women across generations, each wrestling with prejudice, survival, and the choice to raise their voices against hate. At the heart of the play is Georgia Gabor, a Hungarian Holocaust survivor whose verbatim testimony demands that history not be forgotten. Her story resonates alongside imagined women from 1969, 1993, and 2020, all based in Pasadena, as each faces their own battles with injustice.

Get ready for an outrageous night of magic, comedy, and cheeky surprises! Direct from Las Vegas and London's West End, The Naked Magicians bring their world-famous, R-rated magic show to Laguna Playhouse for one night only. Seen by over 50 million on TV and hailed as "the wildest night ever" by The Huffington Post, this smash-hit combines jaw-dropping illusions with laugh-out-loud humor-and yes, they really do perform without pants.

"Few are the standout gems-those plays that conquer an audience so wholly you feel a delicious two-way crackle in the room. English is one such gem." (Tim Teeman, The Daily Beast). Straight off their critically acclaimed Broadway run.

Step into the charged atmosphere of a 1950s South African tea shop in Athol Fugard’s “Master Harold”…and the Boys, a gripping, deeply personal drama that unflinchingly confronts the realities of race, power, and betrayal. On a rainy afternoon, Hally, a white teenager, passes the time with Sam and Willie, two Black waiters who have helped raise him by filling the gaps of a broken home with warmth, wisdom, and laughter. But as the day unfolds, playful memories give way to painful truths, and a single moment threatens to shatter the fragile bond between them forever.

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady devises a plan to end Regina's reign, she learns the hard way that you can't cross a queen bee without getting stung.

Before Hamilton took the world by storm, Lin-Manuel Miranda used his real life as inspiration to create In the Heights, a vibrant, Tony Award-winning musical that pulses with the rhythm of the streets and the heart of a community. Set in New York's Washington Heights, this exhilarating story follows a neighborhood as they dream of escape, belonging, and a future full of promise. Through a score infused with hip-hop, salsa, and soul, this musical celebrates the hopes that propel us forward as one neighborhood strives to hold onto its roots while reaching for something more.

This new musical reveals a comeback story like no other, of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of racism, sexism and ageism to become the global Queen of Rock n' Roll. TINA - THE TINA TURNER MUSICAL is a celebration of resilience and an inspiration of triumph over adversity.

In this quick-paced comic mystery adaptation of The Maltese Falcon, five versatile actors stage play more than twenty roles in Dashiell Hammett's literary classic. Hard-boiled detective Sam Spade is swept into a whirlwind of deceit over a legendary jewel-encrusted falcon. With rapid-fire physical comedy and a sly wink at film noir don't miss this theatrical caper where the greatest prize of all might simply be... getting the last laugh.

The music. The moves. The icon. Now, the unparalleled artistry of the greatest entertainer of all time comes to Los Angeles as MJ, the multi Tony Award-winning new musical centered around the making of the 1992 Dangerous World Tour, begins a tour of its own. Created by Tony Award-winning Director/Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon and two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, MJ goes beyond the singular moves and signature sound of the star, offering a rare look at the creative mind and collaborative spirit that catapulted Michael Jackson into legendary status.

With the funniest lineup this side of the canyon, don't miss Comedy Night at the Playhouse! Hosted by Mark Christopher Lawrence, this evening of stand-up is sure to get you laughing. Tapping into his extensive list of talented comedian friends, Mark Christopher Lawrence is joined by three different hilarious comedians each Comedy Night. Grab our drink specials and some free small bites in our lobby, and join us for this laugh out loud event!

The classic farce follows two well-to-do women whose calm domestic lives are upended by the impending arrival of a charming ex-lover they once shared. Fueled by cocktails and mounting jealousy, their friendship teeters between loyalty and rivalry in this witty romp about temptation, marriage, and the fine art of losing one’s composure. This sparkling comedy of manners and mischief marks Celia Mandela Rivera’s Little Fish Theatre debut with previous credits including Coin & Ghost, Art of Acting Studio, and IAMA.

Discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus!

With a contemporary pop-rock score, this entirely original musical comedy offers a fierce, funny look at identity in the age of social media. Brenda, a single millennial mom, just wants to do better “adulting” (like the seemingly perfect Jake’s mom at her daughter’s school), when her younger #influencer sister Katrina shows up eight months pregnant and totally unprepared for motherhood. The three women work to shed the Greek Chorus of social media filters on their lives to achieve their dreams.

When G becomes naturalized, they devise a plan to help B stay in the country. However, as time progresses, their bond is tested by the complexities of love, identity, and the harsh realities of their circumstances. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok crafts a poignant narrative that delves into the lives of undocumented youth, exploring themes of belonging, sacrifice, and the pursuit of a future in a society that marginalizes them. Through sharp dialogue and compelling characters, Sanctuary City offers an intimate portrayal of resilience and the human spirit’s capacity to endure.

It's King Berenger's last day on Earth - he just doesn't want to admit it. In Exit the King, Eugene Ionesco delivers a savagely funny and touching look at mortality. As the king clings to power (and life), his crumbling kingdom is held together by an eccentric crew: his fierce first wife, his adoring second wife, and a loyal band of quirky servants. This absurdist classic is a witty, poignant exploration of letting go, full of heart, humanity and unexpected wit.

For 65 years, THE SOUND OF MUSIC has been one of our "favorite things." With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn't just meant to be enjoyed - it's meant to be shared. Now, a critically acclaimed North American tour brings the cherished musical to stages across the country to teach a new generation to sing. Directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien (Hairspray), this vibrant and romantic tale of Maria and the von Trapp family will captivate audiences with its universal themes of love, resilience and the power of music. Featuring beloved songs like "Do-Re-Mi," "Sixteen Going on Seventeen" and "Edelweiss," THE SOUND OF MUSIC is the iconic tale of a spirited nun who chooses not to live behind closed doors - and, by following her heart, learns to climb every mountain.
At Pantages Theatre from May 5 - May 24
At Segerstrom Center for the Arts from Jun 2 - Jun 14

BLUE MAN GROUP performances are a celebration of human connection. Mixing art, music, comedy and state-of-the-art technology, the show encourages audiences to reconnect with their inner (and outer) child and see the world through a new perspective. Three bald and blue men explore our cultural norms with wide-eyed wonder, poking fun at our collective quirks and reminding us how much we all have in common.

The Nocturne Theatre's 2026 production of The Little Mermaid invites audiences of all ages to dive into a vibrant undersea adventure full of heart, magic, and timeless songs. At its core, this beloved musical tells a warm, family-friendly story of curiosity, courage, and the power of following your dreams -- making it a perfect outing for parents and children alike. Drawing on the classic tale many grew up with, this staging brings the wonder of Ariel's world alive in a way that delights both first-time theatergoers and long-time fans of the story.

Two American travelers lose their way in the Scottish Highlands and stumble upon Brigadoon—a mysterious village that appears for just one day every hundred years. With its lush score, live orchestra, sweeping choreography, and a newly adapted book, this beloved classic is a heart-stirring journey into a world where time stands still, and love defies all logic. Featuring the Lerner & Loewe Broadway standards “Almost Like Being In Love” and “The Heather on the Hill,” let yourself be swept away by one of the most romantic musicals ever written, as timeless as the legend itself.

We close our season with Little Shop of Horrors—a quirky and heartfelt sci-fi musical about a timid florist’s assistant and the plant that changes everything. In true Lineage style, dance will breathe a new life into this classic story.

American Idol Star Tristan McIntosh creates a stunning portrayal of Linda Ronstadt in the prime of her career. Supported by a superb backing band, Tristan's formidable vocal talent and stage presence will transport you to a time when Linda Ronstadt ruled the airwaves as one of the most popular female vocalists in music history. The LRE show is touring widely, and becoming ever more popular, earning increasingly sold-out houses. Catch them when-not if-you can. It's a shining experience that will buoy your days to come.

Kenneth, a 38-year-old bookstore worker in a small upstate New York town, spends his evenings sipping Mai Tais at the local tiki bar with his best friend Bert. When he’s suddenly laid off, Kenneth faces challenges he has long avoided—with transformative and heart-warming results. Primary Trust is a touching story of new beginnings, old (and new) friends, and finding the courage to see the world for the first time.

Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire-searching for freedom, passion and her place in the world. How she finds them is a New York City coming-of-age story you've never felt before-HELL'S KITCHEN, a new musical from 16-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys, whose new songs and greatest hits about growing up in NY inspire a story made for Broadway. Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the power of the piano. Set to the rhythm of the 90s, HELL'S KITCHEN is a love story between a mother and daughter. It's about finding yourself, your purpose, and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin.

Out-of-work actor Daniel Hillard will do anything for his kids. After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the kindly alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives. As his new character takes on a life of its own, Mrs. Doubtfire teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father. A hysterical and heartfelt story about holding onto your loved ones against all odds, MRS. DOUBTFIRE is the musical comedy we need right now - one that proves we're better together.

Inspired by the beloved films, Anastasia transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.

Teenagers, rock & roll and national television – Bye Bye Birdie captures the energy and excitement of the late 1950s with warmth, hilarity and an exuberant score. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss.

Years after Henry Canning is convicted for the murder of sixteen women, his now-grown children Elise and Harry live very different lives. Elise has moved on but not away, staying on the infamous family property and running it as an archery school. Harry, on the other hand, has made his living off any true crime podcast and documentary opportunity he can find to exploit his father. But when Harry returns home with dreams of converting it into a murder house tourist attraction, both siblings are forced to confront their own buried secrets in order to escape their father's long-reaching shadow.

Theatricum returns with its signature production! The most magical outdoor setting in Los Angeles becomes an enchanted forest inhabited by lovers both fairy and human. Shakespeare conjures a world of wonder, magic, and romance where comical misunderstandings and the pain of unrequited love are resolved. All is reconciled through midsummer night revelries and the enduring power of nature.

Anna Campbell is a trailblazing actress flush with accolades but short on cash. After returning to the U.S. to stage a career-defining comeback, she collides with a new generation that challenges her past, her politics, and her place in the movement. Award-winning playwright Pearl Cleage (Blues for an Alabama Sky) teams up with Tony Award nominee LaTanya Richardson Jackson (The Piano Lesson) to deliver a sharp-witted and soulful new comedy about art, activism, and aging on your own terms.

In this gripping and thought-provoking play, a famed artist confronts the price of artistic genius and personal sacrifice. Set in the studio of abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, the story follows his turbulent relationship with a young assistant, as they clash over the meaning of art, ambition, and legacy. Ever wondered what it truly takes to create a masterpiece?

MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it's your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ABBA's greatest hits, including "Dancing Queen," "S.O.S.," "Super Trouper," "Take A Chance on Me" and "The Winner Takes It All," with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. Whether it's your first visit or your fourteenth, see the show that has the whole world coming back for more, because every time feels like the first time at MAMMA MIA!

Based on the classic novel Le Fantôme de L'Opera by Gaston Leroux, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. He falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine, and devotes himself to creating a new star by nurturing her extraordinary talents and by employing all of the devious methods at his command.
At Pantages Theatre from Jun 24 - Aug 9
At Segerstrom Center for the Arts from Aug 12 - Aug 30

After more than a 20-year absence from The Music Center, New York City Ballet—one of the world’s premier dance companies—returns with two electrifying programs. These performances showcase the company’s storied legacy, featuring a roster of extraordinary dancers and an unmatched repertory sure to captivate Los Angeles audiences. Rooted in Founder George Balanchine’s revolutionary choreography, New York City Ballet has shaped the ballet canon for more than 75 years. From masterpieces by Balanchine and New York City Ballet Co-Founding Choreographer Jerome Robbins to groundbreaking contemporary works by Ulysses Dove, Justin Peck, Tiler Peck, Gianna Reisen and Christopher Wheeldon, this residency is a must-see opportunity to witness the company’s legendary past and thrilling future.

History hits the Playhouse stage in Mexodus, a pulse-pounding, live-looping hip-hop musical from the powerhouse duo Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson. This groundbreaking experience explores a hidden chapter of the Underground Railroad — one that moved south, toward liberation in Mexico. Through beat, loop, and verse, Mexodus amplifies the untold story of solidarity, resilience, and resistance. It’s history remixed. It’s theater electrified. And it’s a ride you won’t want to miss.

Go Go Go JOE! Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a dazzling celebration of hope, resilience, and the power of dreams. Based on the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers, and his multicolored coat, this high-energy musical follows Joseph’s journey from betrayal to triumph as his unshakable belief in his dreams leads him to greatness. With an unforgettable score that spans genres from pop to rock to jazz, this vibrant, heartwarming show explores how dreams can change the course of fate, inspire others, and reveal the true potential within us all.

Set in the affluent town of Connecticut, the story centers on Mary Jane Healy, a mother grappling with past traumas and addiction, while balancing her family as they confront issues including sexual assault, gender identity, and societal expectations. Through powerful performances and Morissette’s evocative music that defined a generation, this award winning musical weaves together themes of family, healing, and empowerment. It’s a fearless, exhilarating celebration of hope, self-discovery, and the messy beauty of being human.

If/Then centers on a woman in her late 30s who moves back to New York City for a fresh start after a divorce. The story explores themes of choice, chance, and fate, suggesting that while choices have profound impacts, both paths involve joy, pain, struggle, and the possibility for new beginnings. The show opened on Broadway in 2014 and ran for a year, garnering two Tony Award nominations including Best Original Score.

Cursed Child is the official eighth story in the Harry Potter franchise and the first to be officially presented on stage. The events of Cursed Child take place nineteen years after those of the final J.K. Rowling novel "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" and the production features dazzling illusions, bringing the Wizarding World to life before your very eyes.

The Nocturne Theatre's 2026 production of The Full Monty: The Broadway Show delivers laughter, heart and an unforgettable story of connection and courage. This beloved Broadway musical is a deeply human tale about a father's desperate and tender journey to reconnect with his son in the face of uncertainty and change. Struggling with pride, identity, and the fear of being overlooked, he and his group of unlikely heroes band together to take a leap of faith -- not just for the laughs, but for love.

A cast of young artists are selected from hundreds of applicants. They have just 14 days to create an original, riveting, cross-disciplinary performance that is the exciting culmination of an intense process for the performers. This isn’t a talent show, it’s a rare opportunity for audiences to not only see a fantastic collection of completely original entertainment, but to get a firsthand glimpse of some of the brightest stars of tomorrow. The final performance could be anything from a full-staged musical, a thought-provoking play, a series of one-acts, or anything and everything in between.

Be Our Guest at Disney's 30th Anniversary production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the breathtaking musical filled with the romance and grandeur audiences know and love. This enchanting and timeless tale has been brought to life like never before, with spectacular new sets and dazzling costumes. The show boasts the Oscar-winning and Tony Award-nominated score, including the classic songs "Be Our Guest" and "Beauty and the Beast."

When deception and desire collide, three friends are forced to navigate the messy, hilarious, and sometimes shocking consequences of choices, crushes, and consent. From unexpected hookups to tangled friendships, The Bed Trick probes the question: what does consent really mean, and who gets to decide? Equal parts whip-smart comedy and pointed social commentary, this show takes the Bard’s mischief into the 21st century, exploring sex, ethics, and the timeless chaos of human desire with razor-sharp wit and a provocative edge.

The Nocturne Theatre's 2026 production of Frankenstein: Resurrection emerges as a dark, brooding triumph of musical theatre -- an electrifying Gothic horror sequel to Mary Shelley's classic. After years apart, Victor Frankenstein and his Creature once again square off, coming face to face with their darkest fears and their deepest regrets.

Based on the hit DreamWorks motion picture and the incredible true story that inspired it, Catch Me If You Can is a high-flying, splashy Broadway musical that tells the story of Frank W. Abagnale, Jr., a teenager who runs away from home in search of the glamorous life. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor, and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl chases Frank to the end … and finds something he never expected.

In this hilarious and outlandish story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other — the chance to return to life. This popular musical is a funny, moving look at what makes a life well-lived!

Every generation has their favorite version of Louisa May Alcott’s timeless novel Little Women. The March sisters' story of growing up, finding their place in the world, and chasing their dreams has made an impact on audiences of all ages, and this musical version will make the next generation fall in love with Jo, Meg, Beth, Amy and the beautiful world they inhabit. With a soaring score and poignant lyrics, Little Women captures the hope, love, and personal sacrifice that shape the March sisters’ journey, reminding us all that no dream is too big when you have the support of those you love.

Road Show is a one-act musical that tells the story of Addison Mizner and his brother Wilson Mizner's adventures across America from the beginning of the 20th century during the Klondike gold rush to the Florida real estate boom of the 1920s. This show was produced in several iterations between 2003 and 2019 under various titles including Bounce, Wise Guys, and Gold!