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Saturday, March 16, 2024

Magic Hour with Muse/ique at the Taper by Pauline Adamek

“Rewriting the American songbook for today.” That’s how Artistic and Music Director Rachael Worby describes the mission that inspires her leadership of her superb MUSE/IQUE orchest…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:18PM
Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Coming in June to The Montalbán – “The Gotham Follies of 1939” by Pauline Adamek

Created by famed Australian film, TV, theatre, and publishing maverick, Russall S. Beattie—the visionary who brought us The Empire Strips Back—is a new show The Gotham Follies of 1939. …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:12PM
Tuesday, March 5, 2024

“The Birthday Party: A Theatrical Catastrophe” at the Matrix by Pauline Adamek

An acclaimed mid-20th century play featuring internationally-recognized co-stars, helmed by an Oscar-winning director and produced by a prestigious Los Angeles theatre company. Sounds great,…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:48PM
Sunday, March 3, 2024

“Chicago The Musical” comes to Pantages in March by Pauline Adamek

With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history — and it still …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:06PM

Hollywood Pantages announces its 2024-25 Season by Pauline Adamek

Featuring six Los Angeles premieres and the return of two blockbuster favorites, BROADWAY IN HOLLYWOOD (aka Nederlander Organization) is thrilled to announce their new Hollywood Pantages 202…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:06PM
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

54th Annual LADCC Awards – live in April by Pauline Adamek

The Los Angeles Drama Critic Circle (LADCC) is thrilled to introduce a “first” for its annual awards ceremony – the event will be broadcast online.  Theater fans all over the wo…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:24PM
Monday, February 26, 2024

Barbie The Movie: In Concert – at the Bowl by Pauline Adamek

Barbie The Movie: In Concert is a musical experience featuring an all-women orchestra performing the award-winning score live-to-film. The event is happening this Summer at the Hollywood Bow…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:36PM

CTG presents MUSE/IQUE at the Taper by Pauline Adamek

Three performances only! Marking its first collaboration with Center Theatre Group (CTG), the superb MUSE/IQUE orchestra – led by Artistic & Music Director Rachael Worby – launches …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:36PM

2024 Los Angeles International Flamenco Festival by Pauline Adamek

Presenting world-class, highly acclaimed and influential flamenco performances direct from Spain, the 2024 Los Angeles International Flamenco Festival returns this March with two nights at …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:32PM

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to The Music Center by Pauline Adamek

The astonishing modern dance company based in New York City, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, was founded in 1958 by choreographer and dancer Alvin Ailey. The company is made up of 32…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:32PM

!Fuerte! at The Makery Gallery by Pauline Adamek

Ten women artists come together and cause a commotion at The Makery Gallery of Los Angeles. !Fuerte! is curated by Betty Ann Brown & Eva Montealegre and runs March 3 – 30, 2024 at T…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 05:32PM
Tuesday, February 20, 2024

“Mary Poppins” returns to the big screen at the El Capitan by Pauline Adamek

“Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, in the most delightful way!” Mary Poppins The supercalifragilisticexpialidocious and delightful musical fantasy comedy film starr…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:42PM
Monday, February 19, 2024

Pasadena Playhouse extends “Grumpy Monkey, The Musical” by Pauline Adamek

::STOP PRESS:: Season SOLD OUT NEW DATES ADDED The hilarious #1 New York Times bestselling picture book comes to life on stage in a world premiere musical. Grumpy Monkey, The Musi…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:24AM

Jazz at Boston Court by Pauline Adamek

Jazz, Classical and more – discover the array of musicians coming to Boston Court Pasadena. More info here. BOX OFFICE – 626.683.6801EMAIL: BOXOFFICE@70 N MENTOR AVEPASADENA, CA 9110…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:24AM

SlamFEST – Week Two at The Road by Pauline Adamek

New plays under construction! Come and see the next star playwrights’ works in action! Continuing at the Road Theatre Under Construction 4 SlamFest is running from February 11th – Februa…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:24AM

Greenway Arts Alliance extends “Mexican” by Pauline Adamek

Performance dates have been extended thanks to popular demand! “I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter,” based on the #1 New York Times bestselling novel, by National Book Awards Fina…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:24AM
Friday, February 16, 2024

“Right In the Eye” – George Melies’ silents set to music at TRK by Pauline Adamek

George Méliès was a French magician, actor, and film director who pioneered many technical and narrative innovations in the early days of cinema. He is widely regarded as one of the first…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:18PM
Tuesday, February 6, 2024

CicLAvia Kicks off 2024 Season  by Pauline Adamek

CicLAvia has partnered with Los Angeles Ale Works to kick off the 2024 season and launch a beer collaboration with a West Coast IPA affectionately named seek-la-VEE-ah. This venture is a…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 11:54PM

LA Phil announces Hollywood Bowl Summer Season 2024 by Pauline Adamek

Fireworks! Live music! Starlight! Fresh air and good company… What’s not to love about Summertime concerts at L.A.’s magnificent and elegant Hollywood Bowl amphitheater? Los Angele…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:32PM
Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Theatre Forty presents “Strangers on a Train” by Pauline Adamek

I’ll “X” your ex, if you pop my pop. Patricia Highsmith created the now-common and devious story trope of the ‘murder swap’ for her first chilling novel, Strangers on a Train. …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:18AM
Monday, January 29, 2024

The return of Jazz at Naz by Pauline Adamek

Drink, dine and jive! Intimate Jazz Club concerts are once again being presented by and at The Soraya in Northridge. Best of all, these events can be experienced in person or virtually.…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 04:54PM
Friday, January 26, 2024

Pina Bausch’s ballet “Rite of Spring” comes to The Music Center by Pauline Adamek

Pina Bausch’s ballet Rite of Spring is coming to The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion this February, interpreting the famous work as a battle of the sexes. Thrillingly, Bausch’…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 10:12PM
Monday, January 22, 2024

Lecture event at the Getty – Anatomy of Lucas Cranach’s Adam and Eve: A Case Study in Conservation by Pauline Adamek

To complement the Getty Museum‘s current exhibition of two nearly life-size 16th-century wood panel paintings Adam and Eve by leading German Renaissance painter Lucas Cranach the Elde…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 10:18PM

Kraftwerk at Walt Disney Concert Hall by Pauline Adamek

“Beep! Bop!” German electro-pioneers Kraftwerk are returning to Walt Disney Concert Hall with nine live performances in May 2024. Photo Credit: Peter Boettcher. The Los Angeles …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 08:12PM
Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Now at the Pantages – “MJ” the musical by Pauline Adamek

Now playing at The Pantages in Hollywood, through January 2024, is dazzling stage show that features recreations of some of the most memorable songs of Michael Jackson’s storied career. Wi…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 06:24PM

Annual Slack Key Festival happening in Redondo Beach by Pauline Adamek

Island music, elegant dancing and soulful food—the 2024 Southern California Slack Key Festival is returning to the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center on Sunday, January 14, 2024. Sl…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 04:06PM
Friday, December 29, 2023

DIAVOLO’s “Existencia” makes its world premier at The Soraya by Pauline Adamek

An exciting new dance work captures the impact that the Northridge Earthquake had on the San Fernando Valley, three decades ago. The modern ballet will be performed by Diavolo, one of Los An…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 07:42PM
Thursday, December 14, 2023

“A Christmas Story, The Musical” now at the Ahmanson by Pauline Adamek

When two boisterous dogs tear across the stage, you know you’re in for an extraordinary theater experience, one that will plaster a grin on your face and elicit laughs from your belly. …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 03:12PM
Wednesday, December 6, 2023

Samuel D. Hunter’s “A Permanent Image” at PRT by Pauline Adamek

The first time I saw Samuel D. Hunter’s A Permanent Image, seven years ago, I liked the performances but was underwhelmed by the play itself. Since then I’ve seen several more pieces of …

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 12:18AM
Monday, December 4, 2023

“How the Grinch stole Christmas” at the Pantages by Pauline Adamek

Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! The Musical will return to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre this WHOliday season for 17 performances only from December 6 – 17, 2023. Dr. Se…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:36PM

‘The Great Satan Speaks!’ at the Odyssey by Pauline Adamek

Come and meet the greatest American you’ve never heard of when Odyssey Theatre Ensemble presents writer/performer  in his Hollywood Fringe hit show The Great Satan Speaks! An Evening w…

SOURCE: Arts Beat LA at 02:36PM

All that Chat

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