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Sunday, April 6, 2025

“Tuesday’s With Morrie” at CASA 0101 by Pauline Adamek

Josefina López, Founding Artistic Director of CASA 0101 Theater, and Emmanuel Deleage, Executive Director, will present Tuesday’s With Morrie, the inspiring stage adaptation of the bestse…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:12AM
Friday, April 4, 2025

Teens ONLY! MOCA Teen Night 2025 in April by Pauline Adamek

First launched 22 years ago, MOCA Teen Night is back! Led by MOCA Teens, ARRIVE: DEPART is a special event for high school students only, Celebrating culture and community, this FREE even…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 09:48PM
Tuesday, April 1, 2025

LA Opera announces its 2025/26 season by Pauline Adamek

Let the celebrations begin! LA Opera unveils its dazzling 40th Anniversary Season with unforgettable performances and star-studded talent! Excitement is building at LA Opera — Pre…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:48PM

Verdi Chorus presents BELLA BELLINI in April by Pauline Adamek

The Verdi Chorus is celebrating its 41st season with a special Spring 2025 concert, Bella Bellini, featuring powerful opera choruses and thrilling guest soloists. This two-night event will b…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:24PM

“Così fan tutte” LA Opera review by Pauline Adamek

“All women are like that…” Possibly the most sexist opera in the classical music canon, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart‘s comedic opera Così fan tutte is nevertheless a lot of fun to…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:24PM

“Embracing Diasporic Art: Portraits of Joan Agajanian Quinn” now on view at ReflectSpace Gallery  by Pauline Adamek

Embracing Diasporic Art: Portraits of Joan Agajanian Quinn at ReflectSpace presents thirty-five original portraits of Quinn made by diasporic, immigrant, and culturally diverse artists. Sel…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 04:06PM
Sunday, March 30, 2025

“How Bizarre: An Absurdist Evening of Staged Readings” in April by Pauline Adamek

Ventura County’s most innovative theater company, the Fractured Actors Theater Company, proudly presents How Bizarre: An Absurdist Evening of Staged Readings for two nights only in April. …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 10:54PM
Thursday, March 27, 2025

Theatre by the Blind presents “The Enemy of Oz” in May by Pauline Adamek

ArtsUP! LA and Theatre by the Blind present The Enemy of Oz, an original play by Christopher Ureña, featuring the *only* All-Blind Theatre Company in the USA. Performances are May 2 – …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:06PM
Monday, March 24, 2025

Muse/ique’s “According to Ray” concert reviewed by Pauline Adamek

Legendary artist Ray Charles is often credited with inventing soul music, although the genre already existed before he came on the scene. The 1950s recordings of black R&B performers, Sa…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:48PM

Centuries of African American music – tracing its evolution by Pauline Adamek

The evolution of African American music is a rich and complex story that spans centuries and reflects a variety of influences, from African cultural traditions to the social, political, and …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:48PM

Theatre West – a rockin’ fundraiser by Pauline Adamek

Three great bands are set to perform at Theatre West on Saturday April 5th. Purchase tickets here. Don’t miss this great night of incredible music with rockin’ musicians, supporting …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:36PM
Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Edible art meets dinner theater – “Elementa” at The Gallery Theatre in DTLA by Pauline Adamek

They say, “You eat with your eyes first.” Elementa takes that notion to a whole new level. From the very first course to the final dessert, the visual experience is as much a part of the…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 10:06PM
Monday, March 17, 2025

Kenshi Yonezu Launches 2025 WORLD TOUR / JUNK by Pauline Adamek

Global J-pop phenomenon Kenshi Yonezu has been captivating fans all over the globe with his highly anticipated 2025 WORLD TOUR / JUNK. The artist will perform at New York City’s iconic R…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:48PM
Friday, March 14, 2025

MUSE/IQUE 2025 by Pauline Adamek

MUSE/IQUE is kicking off its 2025 season in late March at the Mark Taper Forum in DTLA. This year’s theme is Make Some Noise: Music and Stories of American Defiance and Hope. Led by…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:48PM
Thursday, March 13, 2025

LA Opera presents “Las tres mujeres de Jerusalén” – free to the public by Pauline Adamek

This weekend, LA Opera will present two free performances of The Three Women of Jerusalem (Las tres mujeres de Jerusalén) by Carla Lucero. Music Director James Conlon will conduct a cast of…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:48PM
Friday, February 28, 2025

Review of Rubicon’s “Constellations” by Pauline Adamek

“The possibilities are endless” is a turn of phrase typically used for hyperbolic effect. But for  British playwright Nick Payne, it’s the literal premise of Constellations, his multi…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:42PM
Thursday, February 27, 2025

Coming to L.A. theaters in June – “Califas Trilogy” by Pauline Adamek

Acclaimed Black Filipinx playwright and Kilroys List honoree, Roger Q. Mason is an award-winning writer, performer and educator who uses the lens of history to disrupt the biases that divide…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:32PM
Saturday, February 22, 2025

“Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” now at the Pantages by Pauline Adamek

Magic and intrigue, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a dazzling stage show that immerses you in the world of Hogwarts and its next-generation characters. With its innovative special effe…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:42PM
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

LA Phil presents Patti Smith and “Horses” by Pauline Adamek

Rock legend and poet, Patti Smith is an iconic American singer, songwriter, and visual artist, widely recognized for her influence on both the music and literary worlds. She is often referre…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:48PM

Twyla Tharp comes to the Soraya by Pauline Adamek

Twyla Tharp is one of the great artists of our time. The highly influential and popular New York City choreographer is celebrating her company’s 60th anniversary this year with a national …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:32PM
Saturday, February 15, 2025

Stephen Sondheim’s “Old Friends” reviewed by Pauline Adamek

Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends is a beautifully staged tribute revue honoring musical theatre composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim. Now playing at the Ahmanson, in DTLA, the musical sho…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:54PM
Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Steppenwolf’s “Noises Off” at the Geffen by Pauline Adamek

The hilariously wild three-act play by English playwright Michael Frayn, Noises Off, is a famous slapstick comedy where everyone gets caught in the act. A co-production with Steppenwolf The…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:32PM

Midori in concert – a six-city U.S. tour brings her to L.A. by Pauline Adamek

Embarking on a major recital tour, that takes her through six U.S. cities, the acclaimed violinist Midori will be performing a Colburn Celebrity Recital at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in L…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:06AM

The Gallery opens in DTLA by Pauline Adamek

“The Gallery,” a dynamic new culinary and entertainment destination, is opening in DTLA this month. The Gallery is the debut venue chosen by Allureum, a company created by immersive ent…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:06AM
Monday, February 10, 2025

The Getty presents “Gustave Caillebotte: Painting Men” by Pauline Adamek

Opening at the Getty Center, and on view from February 25 to May 25, 2025, is Gustave Caillebotte: Painting Men. Review of the exhibition will follow. This is the largest display of wor…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:03PM
Sunday, February 9, 2025

The physical comedy and history of “farce” by Pauline Adamek

The history of farce dates back to medieval times and has evolved over the centuries into a distinct genre of comedy. Above image: Honoré Daumier (1808–1879) Lower the curtain, the f…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:36PM
Friday, February 7, 2025

“The Widow Clicquot” reviewed by Pauline Adamek

The legend of one of France’s most prestigious wines is a marvelous story that deserves a lush, big screen treatment. Feminist triumph, astonishing innovation and rich historical context a…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:18PM
Thursday, February 6, 2025

LA Opera presents “Cosi” by Pauline Adamek

“Women are like that…” LA Opera is presenting a new-to-LA staging of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart‘s hilarious and razor-sharp comedic opera Così fan tutte, conducted by Music Dire…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:12PM
Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Stephen Sondheim’s “Old Friends” coming to the Ahmanson by Pauline Adamek

Powerhouse singers and Tony Award® winning Broadway stars Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga will grace the Ahmanson stage during late February and early March to present Stephen Sondheim’…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:12PM
Tuesday, February 4, 2025

The Soraya announces their 2025-26 Season by Pauline Adamek

Select highlights of The Soraya‘s 2025-26 season have been announced. Last week, on the occasion of The Soraya’s anniversary, Executive and Artistic Director Thor Steingraber announced s…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:54PM

Jazz at Naz Festival returns to The Soraya by Pauline Adamek

Drink, dine and jive! Intimate Jazz Club concerts are once again being presented by and at The Soraya in Northridge for their annual Jazz at Naz Festival. Jazz at Naz returns for it…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 09:42PM