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Suffs: Behind Every Powerful Woman...are More Powerful Women
2025-11-21 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-22 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-22 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-11-23 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-23 18:30 - 23:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd. Wayne McWorter (213)365-3500, Hollywood, CA, 90028.0
Direct from Broadway, comes the acclaimed Tony Award® winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote. Created by Shaina Taub, the first woman to ever independently win Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in the same season, this “thrilling, inspiring and dazzlingly entertaining” (Variety) new musical boldly explores the triumphs and failures of a struggle for equality that’s far from over. Winner of the Outer Critics’ Circle Award for Best New Musical.

“Like all of the best Broadway musicals, SUFFS humanizes, empowers, moves, and entertains.” Chicago Tribune

RED
2025-11-21 20:00 - 21:30 | The Broadwater, 1076 Lillian Way, Los Angeles, California, 90038.0
A One Man stage play by Todd Anthony. This groundbreaking one man production fuses live performance with cinematic storytelling to illuminate Malcolm Littles transformation to Malcolm X.

IMPACT
2025-11-21 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-11-23 14:00 - 17:00 | The Fountain Theatre, 5060 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90029, United States
Just four days before the Christmas of 1988, an explosive act of terrorism on Pan Am Flight 103 caused horror and tragedy to rain over the lives in Lockerbie, Scotland. Broken bodies, destroyed dreams, and a shattered sense of reality landed on the lawns and homes of the everyday people who would never be the same. Through media projections, immersive storytelling, and soul-stirring original music, Amy Englehardt’s IMPACT explores the complex narratives of the people who rebuilt their lives and community through a renewed sense of grace, humanity, and hope for a brighter tomorrow.
During a time where we live in a constant state of tragedy, IMPACT transforms grief into connection that unites the audience with grounded empathy and gratefulness.

Suffs
2025-11-21 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-11-22 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-22 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-11-23 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-23 18:30 - 21:30 | Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd. Wayne McWorter (213)365-3500, Hollywood, CA, 90028.0

David Byrne
2025-11-21 20:00 - 23:30 | Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
In 2023, as his triumphant American Utopia era came to a close after morphing from an album and tour into an acclaimed Broadway show and then a Spike Lee-directed HBO film, David Byrne began jotting down the occasional groove, chord or melody. It had been a minute. Byrne’s new album, Who Is The Sky?, is a first-time collaboration between himself, Grammy-winning producer Kid Harpoon aka Tom Hull (Harry Styles, Miley Cyrus) and New York-based chamber ensemble Ghost Train Orchestra, and featuring guest appearances by Paramore’s Hayley Williams, longtime collaborator St.Vincent (“she lives just around the corner from the studio,” Byrne says) and The Smile drummer Tom Skinner. With this offering, Byrne continues his lifelong exploration of human connection and the potential for societal unity against the chaotic backdrop of the world.

Cimafunk
2025-11-21 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Cuban music has a new global ambassador: Cimafunk. With a name and image that pays tribute to the Cimarrons – Cubans of African descent that resisted slavery – and music and showmanship that re-embodies funk legends from the last century, the medical-school student turned funk artist has developed into a musical force crafting the sonic future of the island and a global, cultural phenomenon that unites and celebrates blackness across borders, oceans and languages.
With his unmistakable AfroCuban sounds, no holds barred live show and multiple Grammy-nominations, Cimafunk is redefining what the planet understands as Cuban music. Cimafunk’s debut album “Terapia” (2018), with its groundbreaking #1 single “Me Voy” – followed by his breakout performance at SXSW 2019 and widely praised NPR Tiny Desk Concert, started a movement of converting millions of people to the religion of groove, one live show at a time. The AfroCuban rockstar has moved the spotlight well beyond the Buena Vista Social Club, salsa and reggaeton.
From a local sensation on Havana’s small alternative music scene to global success, Cimafunk’s ascent is as dizzying as an F1 race. Performing with La Tribu (The Tribe), his 9-piece band from Havana, Cimafunk has electrified global audiences on massive stages and worldwide temples of music, making a name for himself as one of the great showmen of today. From New Orleans Jazz Festival and Lollapalooza Chile to becoming the first Cuban-born artist to play Coachella, this undisputed star of Afro-Latin music has earned the adoration of musical icons such as Argentine Fito Páez, who has hailed him as “one of the lights of the continent’s future,” the Godfather of Funk George Clinton, who refers to him as “the next one,” and Chucho Valdés, who credits Cimafunk with masterfully and organically blending “AfroCuban with African American, converting this into a new school that until now I haven’t heard done.”
Cimafunk’s distinctive musical fusion continued to grow in its artistry with both the release of his second album “El Alimento” (‘The Nourishment ) -which was met with an abundance of critical praise that included Best Albums of the Year lists of Rolling Stone, NPR and more… as well as an equal volume of glowing reviews for his unrivaled live shows, which quickly made him one of the most in-demand festival performers.
Cimafunk has collaborated on records and shared the stage with the likes of Alejandro Sanz, CeeLo Green, ChocQuibTown, Chucho Valdés, Fito Páez, Fonseca, Fred Wesley, Galactic, George Clinton, Jon Batiste, Juanes, Leoni Torres, Lettuce, Lupe Fiasco, Preservation Hall,, Omar Portuondo, Orquesta Aragón, Robert Glasper, String Cheese Incident, The Soul Rebels and Trombone Shorty. Susan Sarandon, Ron Delsner and other personalities have become superfans, often seen side-stage lost in the groove, and the likes of Paul McCartney and more have come out to check out the AfroCuban sensation.
After the success of El Alimento, Cimafunk delves even further into his exploration of the intersections between funk and the sounds of the continent and gives us Pa’ Tu Cuerpa (Mala Cabeza Records), his most polished and mature production to date, on August 23rd, 2024.

Goapele
2025-11-22 17:00 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Goapele is more than an artist; she is a luminous presence in the world of music, a profound voice, and a tireless force of creativity whose artistry has shaped the landscape of modern R&B. Renowned for her captivating sound—a beautiful blend of soul, jazz, pop, and moody basslines—Goapele’s music transcends genres and resonates with universal truths. Her voice, ethereal yet commanding, continues to echo the complexities of life, love, and the human experience in ways that are both deeply personal and universally relatable.
The Oakland native, born to a South African father who escaped apartheid and a German-Jewish mother from New York, embodies a rich, diverse heritage that has influenced not only her music but also her worldview. Her upbringing—a fusion of cultures and perspectives—served as the perfect backdrop for her musical evolution. Goapele’s formative years at the esteemed Berklee College of Music in Boston honed her extraordinary talent and shaped her voice into one that defies conventional boundaries. Since her 2001 debut with the timeless anthem Closer, Goapele, whose name means “to move forward” in Setswana, has consistently delivered music that resonates with authenticity and emotional depth. Her catalog, including albums like Even Closer, Break of Dawn, and her latest, COLOURS, reflects her evolution as an artist and a woman. Described as her most introspective work, COLOURS explores themes of healing, self-worth, and transformation, featuring collaborations with top musicians such as Errol Cooney, Bedrock, and Chris Dave.
For Goapele, music is not just a means of self-expression—it is a form of therapy and a vehicle for connection. Her songs serve as a mirror for her own experiences, while inviting listeners to find their own truths within her words. In her own words, “Moments of uncertainty can feel scary, but I try my best and push forward, and trust that things will eventually land where they’re supposed to.”
Beyond music, Goapele has long been a passionate humanitarian and advocate for social change. Through her platform, she has championed causes ranging from racial justice to women’s rights, using her voice to speak up for those whose stories are often left unheard. Her lifestyle brand, Dreamseeker, further reflects her commitment to living authentically, curating a line of scented candles and apparel inspired by her synesthesia, the condition that allows her to experience color through sound. This unique ability shapes her vision of the world and enriches her creative output, leading to immersive experiences that blend music, color, scent, and fashion.
Goapele’s influence extends beyond the music charts; her songs have become a soundtrack to countless films, television series, and documentaries. From So You Think You Can Dance (Fox) to Hitch (Sony Pictures) and Power (Starz), her music has been the emotional backbone of some of the most impactful visual narratives of our time. She has also made notable appearances in Sparkle (Sony Pictures), Ava DuVernay’s The Door for Miu Miu, and the art-noir short film #WhereIsBeauty, which she also executive produced. Goapele has also performed on global stages alongside legends like Prince, Stevie Wonder, and Common, captivating audiences with her unique blend of artistry and activism. “I strive to create timeless music that inspires and ignites change,” Goapele says. With her enduring legacy of compassion and creativity, Goapele continues to inspire generations through her music, advocacy, and authentic storytelling.

Cock Sparrer
2025-11-22 18:00 - 23:30 | Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, California
Cock Sparrer is a highly influential English punk rock band, formed in 1972 in the East End of London, making them one of the longest-running bands in the history of the genre. Despite never achieving significant commercial success, they are widely considered foundational pioneers of the Oi! (or street punk) subgenre, paving the way for countless later bands, including Rancid and Dropkick Murphys, who have often covered their songs. Their sound is characterized by a blend of raw, high-energy rock influenced by pub rock and glam, with anthemic, working-class lyrics delivered in a distinct Cockney style, focusing on themes of loyalty, daily struggles, and street life, exemplified by seminal tracks like “England Belongs to Me” and “Take ‘Em All.” Remarkably, the band’s current lineup maintains its original nucleus—vocalist Colin McFaull, guitarist Mickey Beaufoy, bassist Steve Burgess, and drummer Steve Bruce—alongside rhythm guitarist Daryl Smith, proving their enduring dedication to their fiercely loyal fanbase.

Do you believe in Life before Death?
2025-11-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-11-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-23 19:00 - 22:00 | The Broadwater, 1076 Lillian Way, Los Angeles, California, 90038.0
Arthur and Cassie, two young adults, share musings about what they want to do with the rest of their bedbound life in their nursing home.

“Do you believe in Life before Death?” is an original play discussing trauma, chronic conditions, friendship, love, life and death. Arthur, a writer who only has a few years left to live, meets Cassie, a young woman who has never known life outside of a hospital. Both condemned by their conditions, they bond over their love for pop culture and the pain they can share only with each other.

Your Smith
2025-11-22 19:00 - 23:30 | Troubadour, 9081 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, California
Your Smith is the current stage name and musical project of American singer-songwriter Caroline Smith, who transitioned from her roots in Minnesota indie-folk to a sleek, genre-blending sound after relocating to Los Angeles. Having started her career fronting the indie-folk band Caroline Smith and the Good Night Sleeps, she adopted the moniker Your Smith in 2018 to embrace a more carefree, sophisticated style that fuses the funk and R&B elements of the “Minneapolis Sound” with the classic breezy songwriting of 1970s Laurel Canyon pop. Her signature style, which falls into the alternative pop and soul genres, is characterized by sharp, honest lyricism and a dynamic blend of groovy backbeats and intimate storytelling, exemplified by her EPs, Bad Habit and Wild Wild Woman, and her 2025 album, The Rub

ARTUR ZAKIYAN: SOLO PIANO (Armenian Piano Virtuoso & Composer)
2025-11-22 19:00 - 23:30 | California
The event ARTUR ZAKIYAN: SOLO PIANO is a highly anticipated concert featuring the acclaimed Armenian piano virtuoso and composer, Artur Zakiyan, scheduled for Friday, November 21 and Saturday 22, 2025, at the Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, California. Zakiyan is renowned for his technically brilliant and emotionally profound performances, blending the rich tradition of classical piano with his own neo-romantic compositional style. Attendees can expect an evocative program that typically includes masterworks by classical giants, alongside pieces by seminal Armenian composers like Komitas, all showcasing Zakiyan’s virtuosic skill and his dedication to both preserving and expanding the global legacy of Armenian pianism.

Xaviersobased
2025-11-22 19:30 - 21:00 | The Fonda, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California
Xaviersobased (born Xavier Lopez) is an influential American rapper and record producer from New York City, known as a key figure in the underground hip-hop scene and a pioneer of internet microgenres. His musical style is highly distinctive and eccentric, blending the introspective lyricism of cloud rap with the driving energy of trap, plugg, and a revival of the mid-2000s dance-rap genre known as jerk. A self-made artist who leads the underground collective 1c34, Xaviersobased’s production often features a unique sound palette with layered, sometimes pitch-shifted, and purposefully “off-key” vocals over glitchy, ambient, or video game-inspired beats, creating a sound that is both challenging and exhilaratingly fun. His discography, which includes mixtapes like Keep It Goin Xav (2024) and singles like the widely streamed “Patchmade” and the viral collaborative track “MANNEQUIN,” has established him as one of the most unpredictable and authentic voices in contemporary internet rap.

Molly Miller Trio
2025-11-22 20:00 - 23:00 | Hotel Cafe, 1623 Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA, 90028
The Molly Miller Trio is an acclaimed instrumental group from Los Angeles, led by guitarist, composer, and music educator Dr. Molly Miller, known for their sophisticated and genre-blending sound that fuses elements of jazz, Americana, blues, and pop. Dr. Miller, who serves as the Chair of the Guitar Department at the Los Angeles College of Music, anchors the trio with her distinctive, soulful, and highly melodic guitar playing, often using a hybrid-picking style to create music that prioritizes strong songwriting and phrasing over technical flash. Backed by a high-caliber rhythm section, which has featured veteran musicians like Jennifer Condos on bass and Jay Bellerose on drums, the trio has built a dedicated following and gained recognition for their tight, conversational interplay and dynamic soundscapes across albums like St. George and The Ballad of Hotspur, while Miller herself is also known for touring extensively as the lead guitarist for artists such as Jason Mraz.

DEATH STRANDING
2025-11-22 20:00 - 23:30 | Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
Embark on a journey to connect with fellow Porters through the power of music, and come together to celebrate the music of DEATH STRANDING live.
Experience an orchestra and singers perform the most unforgettable songs from the series by Ludvig Forssell, Low Roar and other artists, while synchronized HD videos play on screen to relive Sam’s encounters, farewells, fierce battles, joys, and sorrows—allowing audiences to relive the stories of DEATH STRANDING and DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH through music.

Trevor Menear
2025-11-22 21:00 - 23:00 | Hotel Cafe, 1623 Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood, CA, 90028
Trevor Menear is a highly versatile and respected American guitarist, singer-songwriter, and session musician, originally from Chicago and now based in Los Angeles, whose music spans rock, jazz, and blues. His guitar playing is often lauded for its powerful, classic-roots inspiration, drawing comparisons to legends like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Duane Allman, while his own songwriting merges these influences into a classic roots-inspired sound, showcased on his debut solo work in 2007 and his 2010 album, Some Kind of Sunshine. Beyond his solo career, Menear is best known for his extensive work as a touring and session guitarist for high-profile artists, including serving as a full-time touring member of the acclaimed folk-rock band Dawes since 2016, and collaborating with a wide range of musicians like LP, Florence and the Machine, and Shelby Lynne.

The Dying World: by Lauren Tsai
2025-11-22 22:00 - 23:30 | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, California
The artistic project “The Dying World: by Lauren Tsai” is a multi-disciplinary effort centering on the artist’s exploration of memory, escapism, and the convergence of fragmented realities, manifesting as both a major art exhibition and a short animated film. The immersive exhibition, hosted at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery in November 2025, features an ephemeral, dream-like installation built to house Tsai’s paintings, sculptures, and puppets, creating a tactile world surrounding her central character, Astrid. This character is also the focus of the animated film, The Dying World – Part One: Forgetting, a stop-motion short that follows Astrid as she navigates a fragmented existence split between a sterile office environment and a desolate blue realm of forgotten objects, a project which has already earned Official Selection status at major international film festivals.

Jazz Pianist DEBBIE TORRES with an All-Star Band!
2025-11-23 18:00 - 21:30 | Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
The concert featuring Jazz Pianist DEBBIE TORRES with an All-Star Band is a highly anticipated jazz event taking place on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the renowned Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, California. Debbie Torres, who was born in New York and raised in the Philippines, is a technically brilliant jazz pianist and composer who studied at Berklee College of Music. She is known for her passionate and distinct style, covering a wide repertoire of jazz standards, jazz fusion, and contemporary jazz. For this performance, she will be joined by a formidable All-Star Band, which includes celebrated musicians such as Ash Jangda on guitar and Musical Director, Keith McKelley on saxophone, Tim Bailey or Melvin Lee Davis on bass, Felix “D-Kat” Pollard on drums, legendary percussionist Luis Conte, and vocalist Aretha Scruggs.

Eydís Evensen
2025-11-23 19:00 - 22:30 | Hollywood Forever, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90038, United States
Eydís Evensen is a rising Icelandic composer, pianist, and vocalist known for her evocative and emotionally resonant post-classical music. Born and raised in Blönduós, in the northern part of Iceland, her work is deeply inspired by the raw, dramatic forces of nature and her personal memories and feelings.
Evensen is a classically-trained musician who has successfully blended her background with contemporary and ambient sounds, drawing comparisons to artists like Ólafur Arnalds and Philip Glass. Her debut album, Bylur (the Icelandic word for “snowstorm”), was released in 2021 and charted on the UK Classical Artist Albums Chart. She followed this with her sophomore album, The Light, in 2023. Her music is characterized by sparse, melancholic, and elegant piano melodies often accompanied by strings, woodwind, and brass instruments.

Ela Taubert
2025-11-23 19:00 - 22:30 | The Fonda, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California
Ela Taubert (born Manuela Pardo Taubert in 2000) is a Colombian singer-songwriter who has rapidly risen to prominence as a new sensation in the Latin Pop and Indie Pop genres. Known for her soulful vocals, appealing melodies, and emotionally honest songwriting, Taubert has built a signature style that balances tenderness with confidence, blending contemporary pop with an original indie edge. Her music, which she says is inspired by artists like Adele, Taylor Swift, and Jesse & Joy, often revolves around introspective themes of self-discovery, resilience, and emotional honesty, particularly as a young woman navigating a male-dominated industry. Taubert achieved significant early success after gaining a massive following on TikTok during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to her signing with Universal Music Latino and winning the prestigious Latin Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 2024. She released her highly anticipated debut album, Preguntas a las 11:11, in 2025, which features the viral hit “¿Cómo Pasó?” (which also has a version with Joe Jonas).
