Shows Coming Soon to LA

Passive complicity has never been so much fun. This fiery new take on Frisch’s post WWII classic, The Arsonists, comes to the Skylight Theatre from an award-winning creative team led by Luke Harlan (The Gilded Age), Andrew Hawkins (Old Show Queens), and Jeff Marx (Tony Award, Avenue Q, music/lyrics). Promising a compelling blend of theatrical virtuosity and wit, this headline-relevant commentary shines with our “in the moment” nightmares on contemporary denial and political apathy.

In a small office where lives are measured in credit scores, two strangers find themselves returning to the same conversation. Keith, a mortgage broker raising his daughter alone, and Ryan, a yogurt plant worker determined to reclaim a piece of his family's lost land, meet as client and lender. What unfolds instead is an unexpected connection between two fathers navigating uncertainty, responsibility, and the quiet weight of unrealized dreams. With wit, compassion, and emotional precision, this story touches an extraordinary humanity hidden within ordinary lives. What do we owe one another in a world shaped by inequality, and can small acts of trust and kindness become something transformative?

Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they'll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on the cult 1985 Paramount movie and inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is the ultimate whodunit that will leave you dying of laughter and keep you guessing until the final twist.

After losing what matters most, a young man jumps a moving train unsure of where the road will take him and finds a new home with the remarkable crew of a traveling circus, and a life-and love-beyond his wildest dreams. Seen through the eyes of his older self, his adventure becomes a poignant reminder that if you choose the ride, life can begin again at any age.

In The Visit, when the richest woman in the world returns to her struggling hometown, she’s ready and willing to rescue it from ruin… on one condition. In this haunting, twisted, and truly grotesque comedy, an entire community is forced to confront an unthinkable question: how far are you willing to go for a billion dollars?

A funny, heartfelt new musical about two troubled teens who form an unlikely friendship during a wilderness therapy program, discovering connection, belonging, and the healing power of nature.

Open Fist Theatre Company presents a rare revival of Marisol, a darkly funny, apocalyptic fable about survival, faith and hope by Puerto Rican playwright José Rivera. As a cosmic civil war erupts between God and the angels, New York City descends into chaos. After her guardian angel abandons her to join the celestial battle against a senile God, Bronx resident Marisol Pérez must navigate a terrifying, unraveling world on her own while struggling to preserve her humanity.

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.

The Peterson Show follows five former child stars who reunite as the legacy of their beloved television father collapses into scandal. With cameras swarming outside and decades of unresolved history inside, they confront old rivalries, buried secrets and the complicated bonds forged while growing up on America's favorite sitcom

Candlelight: Tribute to TOOL brings the band's dark, hypnotic catalog into an intimate, candlelit setting, where the music is reimagined in rich, cinematic arrangements for strings for a powerful, multi-sensory concert experience. Performed by the Metropolis String Quartet, the program highlights fan-favorite tracks like "Vicarious," "Stinkfist," "Forty Six & 2," "Schism," "Sober," "Disposition," "The Pot," and "Pneuma," letting TOOL's shifting rhythms, tension-and-release builds, and haunting melodies unfold with fresh nuance-at once atmospheric, intense, and unexpectedly elegant.

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 Tulsa, Oklahoma, 1967, Ponyboy Curtis, his best friend Johnny Cade and their Greaser family of 'outsiders' battle with their affluent rivals, the Socs. THE OUTSIDERS navigates the complexities of self-discovery as the Greasers dream about who they want to become in a world that may never accept them. With a dynamic original score, THE OUTSIDERS is a story of friendship, family, belonging...and the realization that there is still "lots of good in the world."

Outside Mullingar is a lyrical, deeply human story— warm, wistful, and full of hope that love can bloom late in life. In the mist-shrouded farmlands of rural Ireland, Anthony and Rosemary live side by side, bound by family legacies, stubborn pride, and an unspoken longing that has lasted a lifetime. Anthony has spent his days quietly tending his father’s cattle farm, uncertain of his future and haunted by what might have been. Rosemary, his strong-willed neighbor, has waited years for him to see what’s been right in front of him all along.

Hit musical Come From Away tells the remarkable true story of 7,000 airline passengers stranded in a small Newfoundland town on 9/11. As fear and uncertainty give way to compassion and connection, a community opens its doors to the world. With a soaring score and deeply human storytelling, this production reflects A Noise Within's distinctive approach to musicals and offers a rare opportunity to experience it in an intimate setting. Come From Away is a moving and uplifting celebration of kindness, resilience, and the power of coming together in extraordinary times.

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!

Candlelight: Tribute to Ariana Grande transforms the pop superstar's biggest hits into an intimate, multi-sensory concert experience, performed live by the Metropolis String Quartet in a room aglow with hundreds of flickering candles. Over the course of an hour, audiences will hear string arrangements of fan favorites spanning Grande's career, from early anthems like "The Way" and "Dangerous Woman" to chart-toppers including "thank u, next," "God is a woman," "Into You," and selections from her recent eternal sunshine era. Part of the internationally acclaimed Candlelight concert series, this tribute reimagines familiar pop songs through the elegance of classical instrumentation, creating an evening that appeals equally to devoted Arianators and lovers of live string music.

Candlelight: Tribute to Taylor Swift is a dreamy, candlelit concert that transforms Swift's eras into sweeping live string arrangements, turning familiar hooks into something intimate, cinematic, and unexpectedly emotional. The program blends iconic sing-along favorites like "Love Story," "You Belong With Me," and "Shake It Off" with newer hits including "Anti-Hero," plus era-spanning medleys inspired by Red, Reputation, folklore, and 1989-with "Cruel Summer" and the evocative "The Fate of Ophelia" adding extra drama and atmosphere-creating the feeling of a greatest-hits journey heard in a whole new light.

In 1969, The Who created a rock opera that changed the course of music history. And now,it’s back in a dazzling all-new production that feels more relevant than ever. Myth and spectacle combine in this fresh reinvention that includes the unforgettable anthems “I’m Free,” “See Me, Feel Me,” “Sensation” and “Pinball Wizard.” After witnessing his father shoot his rival, the young Tommy Walker is lost in the universe, endlessly and obsessively staring into the mirror. An innate knack for pinball catapults him from reticent adolescent to celebrity savior.

A young artist is searching for the real but he can't seem to find it at home in South Central LA. He sets out on a cross-continental journey of self-discovery full of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll in search of a life that's bigger, louder, and entirely his own.

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.

Meet the Jaspers: generations of a powerful Black political family under one roof where nothing stays buried for long. When their youngest son returns home, instincts kick in to protect their public image of leadership and moral authority, and fractures soon appear as private grievances, betrayals, and long-simmering questions of identity rise to the surface.

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!

Voltaire's signature satire, Bernstein's stunning score, and several dashes of slapstick comedy-it's the best of all possible worlds. Follow the optimist Candide as he faces romantic rejection, natural disasters, the Inquisition-you know, the everyday ups and downs of life.

The region's longest-running musically merry holiday tradition returns! A Noise Within's delightfully festive and inspirational annual production is perfect for all ages. Make cherished memories with your family this season by witnessing Ebenezer Scrooge's joyful transformation in a perfect burst of boundless good cheer for the season, and beyond!

Experience the phenomenon as it once again leaps onto the Cadillac Palace Theatre stage. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals brought to life by award-winning director Julie Taymor, whose visual images for this show you'll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice's Oscar-winning song "Can You Feel The Love Tonight" and "Circle of Life." Let your imagination run wild at the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Newsweek calls "a landmark event in entertainment."

Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings wraps the season's most beloved music in the warm, flickering glow of hundreds of candles for a truly enchanting hour of holiday magic. The Metropolis String Quartet performs timeless carols including Carol of the Bells, O Holy Night, Silent Night, Joy to the World, and Greensleeves, transforming familiar melodies into something intimate and transporting through the rich, expressive voices of four string instruments. Part of the wildly popular Candlelight concert series, this multi-sensory experience pairs world-class live music with a breathtaking candlelit setting, creating an atmosphere equally suited to a romantic evening out, a festive gathering with friends, or a memorable family tradition. Whether you come to rediscover the wonder of the classics or simply to soak in the ambiance, this hour of music by candlelight captures the spirit of the season beautifully.

Candlelight: Christmas Classics transforms a beloved holiday songbook into an intimate, multi-sensory concert performed entirely by the light of hundreds of flickering candles. The Metropolis String Quartet takes the stage for a 60-minute program that glides from timeless favorites like Carol of the Bells, O Holy Night, and Greensleeves to modern seasonal staples including Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas Is You, Wham!'s Last Christmas, and Let It Snow. The evening also weaves in enchanting selections from The Nutcracker, Frozen, Anastasia, and The Holiday, giving the program a cinematic sparkle alongside its classical warmth. Part of the internationally acclaimed Candlelight concert series, this holiday edition invites audiences to slow down, settle into the glow, and experience the music of the season the way it was meant to be heard: up close, unplugged, and unforgettable.

Shakespeare's As You Like It is a witty and richly layered comedy exploring love, identity, and the freedom to redefine oneself. It is a play about love and the transformative power of forgiveness. When Rosalind is banished from court, she escapes to the Forest of Arden, where disguises, mistaken identities, and unexpected romances unfold. As characters step away from the constraints of court life, the play shines a light on the necessity of escaping such forces, with a determination to live in harmony with self, nature, and one another. Highlighting our differences not to divide us, but to celebrate them, As You Like It is a timeless reflection on connection and self-discovery. '

It’s been years since legendary singer Omara Portuondo last entered a recording studio. Once known as the“Queen of Feeling,” her voice was celebrated throughout Cuba – until she vanished from the spotlight. But when an ambitious young record producer brings her a rare opportunity, the elusive diva must finally reckon with her past.

How did a dead body, a fake love letter, and - of all people - Ian Fleming turn the tide of World War II? Olivier Award winner for Best New Musical and a 2025 Tony winner, Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical is the best-reviewed show in West End history with 88 five-star reviews and the #1 Broadway Show of 2025 (Entertainment Weekly). It’s 1943 and the Allies are on the ropes. Luckily, they’re about to gamble our futures on a stolen corpse. Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, it’s the fast-paced, hilarious true story of the secret mission that won WWII.

Alice Childress's Trouble in Mind is a sharp and insightful dramatic comedy set behind the scenes of a Broadway rehearsal room. A multiracial cast comes together to rehearse a new play, where rivalries, egos, and humor collide with questions of representation and the realities of the industry. Led by a seasoned actress ready to claim her place in the spotlight, the company must navigate ambition, compromise, and the tensions between lived experience and the story being told. Both funny and unflinching, Trouble in Mind is a rich and lasting play that "lingers in one's memory long after its conclusion." - New York Times.

Winner of 6 Tony Awards, including Best Musical,Maybe Happy Ending tells the deeply human story of a chance encounter that sparks connection, adventure, and maybe even love. Helmed by Tony Award-winning director Michael Arden (Parade), Maybe Happy Ending has been called "one of the best musicals in years" (USA Today) and even "The best musical in eons!" (Observer). Don't miss the totally original new musical adventure that explores what it means to be human. Even if they're not.

THE PARTY'S ROARING IN LOS ANGELES! THE GREAT GATSBY is a "Broadway extravaganza that explodes with life and energy" (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the classic American novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the Tony Award-winning new musical is an unforgettable journey of love, wealth and tragedy that brings the Roaring Twenties to life on stage.

Some people will do anything to look eternally fabulous. But famous actress Madeline Ashton and her best frenemy Helen Sharp are about to go too far...thanks to a mysterious woman named Viola Van Horn and a secret potion that's to die for. Death Becomes Her is the Tony Award-winning drop-dead hilarious new musical comedy based on the classic 1992 film with direction and choreography by Tony winner Christopher Gattelli. Death Becomes Her is "a laugh-filled, tuneful musical to die for" (Variety) and "a cheek-aching laughter roller coaster - the most fun night out!" (The Daily Beast). Experience the "savagely funny" (Time Out) pop-culture phenomenon that's been certified "hilarious" by The New York Times, Entertainment Weekly, Goldie Hawn, Beyonce (!!) and countless fans on Instagram, TikTok, and beyond.

HAMILTON is the story of America's Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington's right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and was the new nation's first Treasury Secretary. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway, HAMILTON is the story of America then, as told by America now.