American Cinematheque presents Henri-Georges Clouzot’s Diabolique, the landmark 1955 psychological thriller that helped redefine suspense cinema with its icy atmosphere, moral ambiguity, and mounting sense of dread. Centered on two women who conspire to murder a cruel man, the film steadily transforms crime drama into something far more unsettling, building toward one of classic cinema’s […]
Caryl Churchill’s A Number is an intimate psychological drama that examines identity, family, and the unsettling possibilities of human cloning. When Salter’s son begins asking questions about his past, a long-hidden secret comes to light, forcing father and son to confront choices whose consequences reach far beyond a single relationship. Through sharp dialogue and a […]
Open Fist Theatre Company presents a rare revival of José Rivera’s Obie-winning Marisol, a dreamlike blend of magical realism, Theatre of the Absurd, dark humor, and poetic storytelling. After her guardian angel abandons her to join a celestial war, Bronx resident Marisol Pérez is left to navigate a terrifying world that seems to be coming […]
Comedian Burt Teplitzky brings together stand-up, personal stories, accordion music, and a healthy dose of absurdity in Accordion To Burt: Jokes, Stories and Funny Sounds. The show is designed to keep changing from performance to performance, with different jokes, stories, musical moments, and occasional special guests making each edition a little different from the last. […]
Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer Alex Isley brings her lush blend of R&B, soul, jazz, and dreamy contemporary textures to Blue Note Los Angeles for a three-night engagement. Raised in a legendary musical family as the daughter of Ernie Isley, she has built a voice entirely her own, pairing warm, understated vocals with sophisticated production […]
Faye Webster brings her distinctive blend of indie pop, folk, R&B, and understated songwriting to The Fonda Theatre for the Faye Webster Invitational, joined by Laila! for two nights of live music. Webster’s warm, conversational delivery and genre-blurring arrangements give her performances an intimate feel even in a larger room, balancing quiet introspection with playful […]
Based on the 1999 cult-classic film created by Darren Stein, who also writes the book for the stage adaptation, Jawbreaker The Musical reimagines the darkly comic story of popularity, status, and teenage power as a high-energy theatrical event. Set in the ruthless social world of Reagan High, the musical follows a clique of teenage girls […]
Mariachi Meets The Smiths brings Manchester melancholy and Mexican musical tradition together for a one-of-a-kind evening at The Ford. Produced in partnership with Mariachi Tierra Mia, the concert reimagines favorites from The Smiths’ catalog through the sound, emotion, and instrumentation of some of Los Angeles’ leading mariachi artists. The program also features DJ Manny Fresco, […]
Jack White brings his explosive live show to the Hollywood Palladium for a two-night engagement, delivering the raw guitar energy, sharp songwriting, and restless musical experimentation that have defined his career. From his work with The White Stripes to The Raconteurs, The Dead Weather, and his solo catalog, White has remained one of the most […]
David Zwirner presents the first Los Angeles exhibition devoted to Amadeo Luciano Lorenzato, one of the most distinctive Brazilian painters of his generation. Drawing closely from everyday life in his hometown of Belo Horizonte, Lorenzato transformed ordinary landscapes, houses, streets, gardens, and still lifes into quietly powerful compositions defined by reduced geometric forms and richly […]
Bobby Finger and Lindsey Weber, hosts of the pop-culture podcast Who? Weekly, bring their sharp and irreverent perspective on celebrity to Harmony Gold for a discussion of I Want to Be Famous. The book examines how fame works in the digital era, from social media and algorithmic visibility to the strange new hierarchy separating instantly […]
Swedish pop star Zara Larsson brings the Midnight Sun Tour to The Greek Theatre for two nights of polished, high-energy pop beneath the stars. Known for powerhouse vocals, sleek dance-pop production, and a catalog filled with international hits, Larsson has built a stage presence that balances pop spectacle with confident, emotionally direct performance. The two-night […]
