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Sunday, April 22, 2018

The week ahead in L.A. theater, April 22-29: 'Dirty Blonde,' 'Belleville' and more by Matt Cooper

Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Belleville L.A. premiere of Amy…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

The week ahead in L.A. dance, April 22-29: 'Forever Flamenco' and more by Matt Cooper

DANCE Compiled by Matt Cooper Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater The company performs works including their signature piece, “Revelations.” Segerstrom Hall, Segerstrom Center for the Art…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Monday, April 16, 2018

L.A. theater openings, April 16-23: 'The Walking Forest' and more by Matt Cooper

This week: An immersive “Macbeth”-inspired fable at REDCAT, a new drama about the founders of the NAACP, and it’s all Greek to “junkyard opera” company Four Larks at the Getty Vill…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:12AM
Thursday, April 5, 2018

Weekend Picks: Kyle Abraham, Bedlam, the Breeders and more by Matt Cooper

What to do this weekend? SoCal picks include Abraham.in.Motion dance; Bedlam theater's "Hamlet + Saint Joan"; the Breeders; Orange County Women's Chorus singing "The Creation"; Aspen Santa F…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:20PM
Thursday, March 22, 2018

'Waitress,' 'Mormon' and, yes, 'Hamilton' lead the Broadway hits coming to L.A. by Matt Cooper

Ready for a show? Here's a rundown of when and where to catch "Hamilton," "The Book of Mormon," "School of Rock," "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical," "On Your Feet!" and more.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 11:00AM
Sunday, February 25, 2018

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Feb. 25-March 4: 'Allegiance,' 'Jackie Unveiled' and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings ABBAmania Tribute sho…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, January 28, 2018

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Jan. 28-Feb. 4: Culture Clash, Kristin Chenoweth and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Thursday, January 25, 2018

Weekend Picks for Jan. 25-28: Night on Broadway, 'Rotterdam,' Pilobolus and more by Matt Cooper

Performing-arts events in Southern California for the week of Jan. 25 include downtown L.A.'s Night on Broadway, 'Rotterdam,' Pilobolus.

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 01:45PM
Sunday, January 14, 2018

The week ahead in L.A. theatre, Jan. 14-21: 'Shakespeare in Love,' 'Cabaret' and more by Matt Cooper

Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings I Am My Own Wife Doug Wright’s…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, January 7, 2018

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Jan. 7-14: Lula Washington Dance Theatre and more by Matt Cooper

DANCE Compiled by Matt Cooper Ezralow Dance Company The troupe presents an evening of visually-enhanced contemporary dance. Smothers Theatre, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highw…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Jan. 7-14: The Pacific Standard Time Festival: Live Art LA/LA and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, December 24, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Dec. 24-31, 'Rotterdam,' 'Rita Rudner' and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings The Annual One-Time-Onl…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Dec. 24-31: Long Beach Ballet's 'The Nutcracker' and more by Matt Cooper

The Nutcracker Ballet Repertory Theatre performs the holiday favorite. Golden West College Mainstage Theater, 15751 Gothard St., Huntington Beach. Ends Sun., 1 p.m. $15, $19. (714) 895-8150.…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, December 10, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Dec. 10-17: Impro Theatre's 'Jane Austen UnScripted' and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Alisan Porter and Friends The Season 10 winner of “The Voice” an…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, December 3, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Dec. 3-10: 'Hamilton's' Leslie Odom, Jr. and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, November 26, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Nov. 26-Dec. 3: 'Pang!' at 24th Street Theatre and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Jersey Boys Tony-winnin…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

The week ahead in L.A. classical music, Nov. 26-Dec. 3: Hilary Hahn, Handel's 'Messiah' and more by Matt Cooper

Nixon Library Sunday Concerts Handel’s “Messiah” sing-a-long. Richard M. Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda. Sun., 10 a.m. and noon. Free. (714) 993-5075. Sundays Live…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, November 12, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Nov. 12-19: Four Larks' 'Undine,' 'Chasing Mem'ries' and more by Matt Cooper

Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.), Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.) and David C. Nichols (D.C.N.) Openings Chism…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 08:00AM
Sunday, October 15, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Oct. 15-22: Akram Khan Company, Invertigo Dance Theatre and more by Matt Cooper

Alice in Wonderland Festival Ballet Theatre presents a family-friendly take on Lewis Carroll’s fantasy tale. Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. Sun., 2 p.m. $39-$45. (949) …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, October 8, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Oct. 8-15: Mariinsky Ballet, American Contemporary Ballet and more by Matt Cooper

Any Place But Here Amie Cota and No)one. Art House explore the “Great Migration” of African Americans out of the rural South during the 20th century; part of the LAX Festival. The Bootle…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, October 1, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Oct. 1-8: Los Angeles Ballet, Bodytraffic and more by Matt Cooper

Tzu Chi “Thousands of Helping Hands” Concert China Disabled People’s Performing Art Troupe presents the Buddhism-themed dance piece “My Dream”; musician Daniel Ho and the All-Ameri…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, September 24, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Sept. 24-Oct. 1: 'Wicked Lit,' 'Resolving Hedda' and more by Matt Cooper

Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Margaret Gray (M.G.), Charles McNulty (C.M.), Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.) and David C. Nichols (D.C.N.). Openings Chis…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, September 17, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Sept. 17-24: Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre, Viver Brasil and more by Matt Cooper

The Best of Khachaturian Pacific Ballet Dance Theatre performs to the music of the Armenian composer. The Alex Theatre, 216 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale. Sun., 5 p.m. $25-$125. (818) 243-2539. F…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Sept. 17-24: 'Fixed,' 'The Red Shoes' and more by Matt Cooper

Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), F. Kathleen Foley (F.K.F.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Big Night An actor and nominee deals with demands on …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, September 10, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. dance, Sept. 10-17: Laguna Dance Festival and more by Matt Cooper

Fall Festival Katie Critchlow and Christopher Sellars of Utah’s Ballet West perform as part of this showcase presented by Ballet Repertory Theatre. Golden West College, Mainstage Theater, …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, August 27, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Aug. 27-Sept. 3: 'Pterodactyls' and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes and ,Charles McNulty. Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings Madness, Mayhem and Other Stimulants … When Women Write! Three-week festival spotlight…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

The week ahead in L.A. classical music, Aug. 27-Sept. 3: John Williams with the L.A. Phil and more by Matt Cooper

Nixon Library Sunday Concerts Guitarist Gregg Goodhart performs. Richard M. Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda. Sun., 2 p.m. Free. (714) 993-5075. Sundays Live Flutist Susan…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, August 20, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Aug. 20-27: ‘A Night With Janis Joplin’ and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Philip Brandes (P.B.). Openings Festival of Living Art Works by Munch, Picasso, Banksy, et al., are re-created and set to a musical …

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, August 13, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Aug. 13-20: 'Hamilton,' 'Henry IV, Part 1' and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Philip Brandes (P.B.), Charles McNulty (C.M.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Openings Mighty Morphin Midsummer Night’s Dream The Actors’ Gang presents a k…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM
Sunday, August 6, 2017

The week ahead in L.A. theater, Aug. 6-13: 'Hamlet,' 'Marlene' and more by Matt Cooper

THEATER Capsule reviews are by Charles McNulty (C.M.), Philip Brandes (P.B.) and Daryl H. Miller (D.H.M.). Compiled by Matt Cooper. Openings Journey of the Monkey King Taiwan’s Rom Shing…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 12:00PM

The week ahead in L.A. classical, Aug. 6-13: Mendelssohn, Vivaldi and more by Matt Cooper

Nixon Library Sunday Concerts The Weston Duo performs music for piano and saxophone. Richard M. Nixon Library, 18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda. Sun., 2 p.m. Free. (714) 993-5075. Sunday…

SOURCE: Los Angeles Times at 09:00AM

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2023-2024 BROADWAY SEASON
May 30, 2023: Grey House - Lyceum Theatre
Jun 26, 2023: Just For Us - Hudson Theatre
Jul 24, 2023: The Cottage - Hayes Theater
Nov 16, 2023: Spamalot - St. James Theatre
Dec 18, 2023: Appropriate - Hayes Theater
Mar 07, 2024: Doubt - Todd Haimes Theatre
Apr 14, 2024: Lempicka - Longacre Theatre
Apr 17, 2024: The Wiz - Marquis Theatre
Apr 18, 2024: Suffs - Music Box Theatre
Apr 25, 2024: Mother Play - Hayes Theater
Jun 10, 2024: The Drama Desk Awards