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SUNITA: BACK TO ME Comes To The Hollywood Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


Larchmont resident, singer, actor and pianist Sunita Param will bring her autobiographical one-woman show Sunita: Back to Me to the Hollywood Fringe Festival, LA's largest celebration of the performance arts.

The Wallis Announces On-Sale Single Tickets and Additional Season 24/25 Programming
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts has announced on-sale of single tickets and the addition of four new shows to the stacked 2024/2025 lineup. The new programming will kick off the season, enhancing the already robust theater and music performances.

GASLIGHTING IS MY LOVE LANGUAGE Comes to the Hollywood Fringe Festival
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


Gaslighting is My Love Language, a new darkly comedic solo show, has been announced as part of the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival.

BIDDY MASON Comes to the Fountain Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


The Fountain Theatre’s “Fountain for Youth” arts education wing joins forces with Inner-City Arts, The Autry Museum of the American West and CounterBalance Theater to present Biddy Mason, a theatrical blend of video projection, music, song, movement and dramatic storytelling that brings the powerful and inspiring true story of an extraordinary Los Angeles citizen to life.

The Joffrey Ballet's L.A. Debut of ANNA KARENINA Comes to the Music Center
by Stephi Wild - May 09, 2024


 The Music Center's boldest dance season yet, featuring a number of works about strong, dynamic women, continues when The Joffrey Ballet's rendition of Anna Karenina commands the stage of The Music Center's iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, June 21–23, 2024.

ASTROLOGICALLY SCREWED Starts June 9 At Hudson Backstage Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - May 08, 2024


Experience ASTROLOGICALLY SCREWED, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection at Hudson Backstage Theatre. Written and performed by Pam Levin, this intriguing play explores a woman's journey after a psychic reading predicts her future. Performances start June 9, 2024.

VANLYFE To Be Performed In the Parking Lot at Jaxx Theater As Part of Hollywood Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - May 08, 2024


Vanlyfe, a feels-on-wheels hobo dramedy of Brechtian proportions, will be performed In the Parking Lot at Jaxx Theater (5432 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029).

PANDORA'S BOX Announced At Burbank's Greenery Studios This Month
by A.A. Cristi - May 08, 2024


Experience a revolution in classical music with PANDORA'S BOX, an innovative collaboration by Cervo Media Group Inc and Red Tusk Records.

HAPPILY DIVORCED Begins Performances This June At Actors Company
by A.A. Cristi - May 08, 2024


Happily Divorced, a Hollywood Fringe Festival selection, written, produced, and performed by Ruth Brandt, begins performances June 9 at Actors Company, directed by Mark Hatfield.

Jaxx Theatricals Presents CHESS The Musical At The Hollywood Fringe Festival & Encore Awards Series
by A.A. Cristi - May 08, 2024


Get ready for Jaxx Theatricals' presentation of CHESS, the Musical at the Hollywood Fringe Festival & Encore Awards Series. This marks the final show of their 17th anniversary season and the first of their 18th. Directed by award-winning Jeremy Lucas, the musical features music by ABBA's Benny Andersson and Bjorn Ulvaeus.

Joseph Castillo-Midyett's THIS BOY'S VIDA: MADE IN AMERICA Wins Top Prize at SeriesFest
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


Joseph Castillo-Midyett's THIS BOY'S VIDA: MADE IN AMERICA takes home the Top Prize for Dramatic Pilot Writing and the Caz Matthews Award at SeriesFest, applauded for its detailed and empathetic portrayal of a rarely depicted world.

AME Institute to Present Theater Bootcamp In Partnership With USITT And Santa Susana High School
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


AME Institute teams up with USITT and Santa Susana High School for a Theater Bootcamp from July 29-August 1, 2024. Learn how to join!

Barnsdall Art Park Foundation to Present the Return of Barnsdall Fridays Wine Tasting
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 08, 2024


The Barnsdall Art Park Foundation's popular fundraiser, Barnsdall Fridays Wine Tasting, will return after a hiatus since 2019. Learn more about the event!

North West, Heather Headley, & Lebo M. Join THE LION KING at Hollywood Bowl
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


North West will make her Hollywood Bowl debut, alongside Tony and GRAMMY Award-winning Broadway star Heather Headley and Grammy Award winner, Tony Award nominee and the voice and spirit of The Lion King, Lebo M. in The Lion King at the Hollywood Bowl.

Rubicon Theatre Company Kicks Off First Week of "Ventura Live!" Series
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


Rubicon Theatre Company has announced the launch of its new special event series, “VENTURA LIVE! Music, Laughter and Magic,” featuring one-night and short-run concerts, jam sessions, new play readings, magic nights, comedy, and much more.

Festival of Arts Brings Art, Music and More to Laguna Beach This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


One of Southern California’s most beloved summer attractions, the Festival of Arts Fine Art Show, returns July 3 to August 30, 2024.

IN FOR A PENNY Comes to Hollywood Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


Central City Productions has announced the world-premiere of Crystal Keith’s In For A Penny at the 2024 Hollywood Fringe Festival. 

The Planet Earth Farewell Concert Comes to Hollywood Fringe in June
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


Sacred Fools Theater Company has announced Jonas Oppenheim’s new play, The Planet Earth Farewell Concert, a world premiere musical satire about the climate crisis. 

LA Phil Reveals Additional Details Of The Hollywood Bowl 2024 Summer Season
by Stephi Wild - May 08, 2024


The Los Angeles Philharmonic has announced new updates about the Hollywood Bowl 2024 season. The schedule at the world-renowned amphitheater in the Hollywood Hills features concerts under the stars with the LA Phil and Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel and celebrated artists spanning pop, rock, hip-hop, jazz, Broadway, opera and the music of film. 

THE GODMOTHER To Be Presented At Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 07, 2024


'The Godmother' inspired by the life of Griselda Blanco will be presented at Stephanie Feury Studio Theatre (5636 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA).

The Wagner Ensemble Presents THE L.A. CONNECTION, A Concert of Los Angeles Composers
by A.A. Cristi - May 07, 2024


The Wagner Ensemble, under the direction of Jeannine Wagner, will present The L.A. Connection, A Concert of Los Angeles Composers featuring works by Adrienne Albert, John Biggs, Keith Clark, Morten Lauridsen, and Danaë Xanthe Vlasse.

Review: THE HOPE THEORY at Geffen Playhouse
by Harker Jones - May 07, 2024


Every immigrant experience is unique and Guimarães’ story is a deeply engaging rumination on the power of faith and the capacity of hope to see one through.

Kevin Chamberlin is Coming To The Victory Theatre Center In Burbank
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 07, 2024


Join Tony-nominated actor Kevin Chamberlin at The Victory Theatre Center in Burbank as he shares stories from his illustrious acting career, including his role as Horton in SEUSSICAL.

CAMELOT Comes to North Coast Repertory Theatre This Month
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


North Coast Repertory Theatre will present CAMELOT, adapted for intimate theatres. The production runs from May 29 through June 23.

Sacred Fools Brings THIS SHOW IS SURROUNDED BY TRUE EVENTS To Hollywood Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 07, 2024


Sacred Fools Theater Company will bring to life Pamela Quinn Eberhardt’s This Show is Surrounded by True Events at the Hollywood Fringe Festival.


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