Blade Runner Live
2025-12-21 20:00 - 23:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
Experience Ridley Scott’s multi-Academy Award-nominated cult classic, Blade Runner (2007 Final Cut), on a vast HD screen, at the Dolby Theatre, Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Vangelis’ synthesiser-led score is performed by The Avex Ensemble in-sync with the 1982 motion picture.
In this stylish noir thriller, detective Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) must continue as Replicant Hunter following the escape of four Replicants from colonies who’ve returned to Earth. His mission however is complicated when he falls for Rachel (Sean Young); a Replicant based at the Tyrell Corporation.
The film is rated R and will be shown with subtitles (English subtitles for English speaking countries). Blade Runner LIVE is a production of Avex Classics International.

Robert Glasper
2025-12-21 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Robert Glasper is a highly acclaimed American pianist, record producer, and songwriter who has made a significant mark on contemporary music through his distinctive blend of jazz, hip hop, R&B, and neo-soul, often described as a form of fusion jazz. His career, which began around 2003, features both acoustic jazz trio work and his electric band, the Robert Glasper Experiment. A pivotal moment in his career was the release of the album Black Radio in 2012, featuring a slew of guest vocalists from various genres, which helped blur the boundaries between jazz and more popular music forms, earning him a Grammy Award for Best R&B Album. Glasper has continued this successful, genre-agnostic approach with subsequent releases in the Black Radio series and through high-profile collaborations with artists like Kendrick Lamar—playing keyboards on his celebrated album To Pimp a Butterfly—as well as Mac Miller, H.E.R., and Common, with whom he won an Emmy Award for the song “A Letter to the Free.” Throughout his work, which has earned him five Grammy Awards from eleven nominations, Glasper maintains a commitment to improvisational spirit and an intellectual approach to music while bringing jazz to a broader modern audience.

Mohini Dey
2025-12-22 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-22 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Mohini Dey is not just a bassist; she is an electrifying force of nature who has captivated the global music scene, rewriting the rules for what a bass player can achieve. Hailing from Mumbai, India, Mohini was a bona fide child prodigy, mastering the instrument by age 10 under the guidance of her father, Sujoy Dey. Her playing style is nothing short of breathtaking: a thrilling, complex blend of lightning-fast fingerwork, aggressive slap bass, and intricate melodic improvisation that defies her age. When she takes the stage, the bass is no longer relegated to the background; it becomes a dominant, expressive voice, channeling influences from jazz fusion legends and progressive rock titans. She handles the instrument with a confidence and virtuosic flair that has instantly cemented her reputation as one of the most exciting and dynamic musicians on the planet today.

SADE REIMAGINED, A LIVE Tribute to SADE’s unforgettable classics | Featuring Milk N’ Honey
2025-12-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
Sade Reimagined: A Live Tribute to Sade’s Unforgettable Classics featuring Milk N’ Honey is a sophisticated musical journey celebrating the timeless, smooth-soul catalog of the legendary Sade Adu, scheduled to take place at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Presented by Yambu Productions, this event features the band Milk N’ Honey, a talented ensemble that brings a fresh, contemporary perspective to iconic hits like “Smooth Operator,” “Your Love Is King,” and “No Ordinary Love,” reimagining them with lush, live arrangements that lean into the jazz, R&B, and soulful roots of the original work. Set within the intimate and storied atmosphere of the Catalina Bar & Grill, the showcase is designed to capture the atmospheric elegance and cool sophistication Sade is known for, offering fans a “reimagined” experience that honors the original spirit while exploring new instrumental depths. With doors opening at 6:00 PM for dinner and the show commencing at 7:30 PM, it promises to be an evening of high-caliber musicianship and nostalgic bliss for any fan of the Queen of Smooth.

Stereophonic
2025-12-23 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-23 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-12-24 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-26 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-27 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-27 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd. Wayne McWorter (213)365-3500, Hollywood, CA, 90028.0

THE NUTCRACKER
2025-12-23 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-23 19:30 - 23:00, 2025-12-24 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-26 19:30 - 23:00, 2025-12-27 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-27 19:30 - 23:00, 2025-12-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Dolby Theatre, 6801 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker is a beloved Los Angeles holiday tradition! Journey with young Clara and her beloved Nutcracker as they battle a very memorable Mouse King, and then travel to the Land of Snow and the Palace of the Dolls. LAB stays true to the traditions of the classic holiday story while giving it a unique Southern California twist. From the elegant Spanish-style Hancock Park homes to the snowy slopes of Big Bear to the Venice Beach archways, and the moonlit Pacific Ocean, this production is a sunny slice of the Southland.

Maurice MOBETTA Brown – Betta Days Album Release Holiday Party with Special Guests Guapdad 4000, Buddy, BJ The Chicago Kid, GAWD, and more
2025-12-23 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-23 21:00 - 23:30, 2025-12-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-24 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Trumpet sensation Maurice MOBETTA Brown orbits simultaneously through three worlds: contemporary jazz, blues-rock and cutting-edge hip hop. He’s a mastermind as a trumpeter, composer, arranger, and producer. When Maurice picks up his horn, his soulful melodies soar into a rarefied space that uniquely marries be-bop to hip-hop and rock, producing his own distinctive sound.
The Chicago area native won the national Miles Davis Trumpet Competition as a teenager, followed by a move to Louisiana to study under legendary clarinetist Alvin Batiste. His critically acclaimed debut, “HIP TO BOP”, recorded in New Orleans, foreshadowed Brown’s unique talent for creating fresh bop-inflected jazz with an urban pulse. Unfortunately, Hurricane Katrina’s devastation forced Maurice to relocate, taking his horn to New York where he established himself by recording with Aretha Franklin, Wyclef Jean, De La Soul, Macy Gray, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Lettuce and The Roots.
The Maurice “MOBETTA” Brown – Betta Days Album Release Holiday Party is a must-see event taking place at the Blue Note Los Angeles on Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025, celebrating the new album from the Grammy-winning trumpeter and composer. Known for his masterful ability to weave contemporary jazz with the vibrant energy of hip-hop and R&B, Brown has curated a star-studded evening that perfectly embodies his genre-blending artistry. The holiday celebration features an impressive roster of special guests from the modern music scene, including the charismatic rapper Guapdad 4000, the soulful vocalist BJ The Chicago Kid, rapper Buddy, and emerging artist GAWD, ensuring a dynamic and high-energy performance that bridges instrumental virtuosity with powerful lyrical and vocal expression. This event is a prime opportunity to experience Maurice Brown’s celebrated fusion sound live, showcasing how he continues to push the boundaries of modern music alongside some of the most exciting collaborators in the industry.

Khruangbin
2025-12-24 19:00 - 22:00 | The Fonda, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, California
Khruangbin is an eclectic American musical trio from Houston, Texas, celebrated for their unique, genre-defying sound. The band—consisting of Laura Lee Ochoa (bass/vocals), Mark Speer (guitar/vocals), and Donald “DJ” Johnson (drums/keys/vocals)—is known for blending global influences like 1960s Thai rock, Iranian pop, and dub with the foundational grooves of American soul, funk, and psychedelic rock. Their music is predominantly instrumental, characterized by Lee’s distinctive, heavy basslines, Speer’s reverb-drenched guitar melodies, and Johnson’s laid-back, breakbeat-based drumming, all recorded in a remote barn in rural Texas. This mesmerizing, often cinematic “world groove” has earned them a reputation for creating deeply hypnotic and highly sought-after soundscapes, solidifying their status as one of the most original bands of the last decade across albums like The Universe Smiles Upon You, Mordechai, and their latest, A La Sala.

Hookers & Blow featuring Dizzy Reed of Guns N' Roses, Crenshaw, Love And Other Demons
2025-12-26 18:00 - 23:00 | Whisky A-Go-Go, 8901 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California
Headlining the show is Hookers & Blow, a long-running, all-star hard rock/heavy metal covers band founded by Dizzy Reed and Quiet Riot guitarist Alex Grossi, who are known for their high-energy performances of classic rock staples and for featuring a rotating cast of seasoned professional musicians. They are supported by Crenshaw, an indie-folk duo consisting of Sarah and Steven Cardwell who blend quirky songwriting with strong harmonies, although the name may also refer to a local rock band in the LA circuit. Rounding out the bill is Love And Other Demons, a rock band who bring a heavy, emotional sound to the evening.

Quiet Riot, Killing Tyranny, Member, Apricity, Mia Lee, Par 5, Seismic Assault
2025-12-27 18:00 - 21:30 | Whisky A-Go-Go, 8901 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California
Headlining the show is Quiet Riot, an American Heavy Metal/Glam Metal band that holds the distinct honor of being the first heavy metal act to top the Billboard album chart in 1983 with their seminal album Metal Health, which includes the huge hits “Cum On Feel the Noize” and “Metal Health (Bang Your Head).” They are supported by a large bill of emerging acts in the heavy music scene, including Killing Tyranny (who appear on multiple bills and play a high-energy brand of metal), Member, Apricity, Mia Lee, Par 5, and Seismic Assault, all contributing to a full, powerful night of diverse rock and metal music.

Buddy with The Don Brown Collective
2025-12-27 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-27 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
The pairing of rapper Buddy with The Don Brown Collective is an exciting live collaboration that spotlights the thriving crossover between contemporary hip-hop and foundational jazz artistry, scheduled to appear at the Blue Note Los Angeles on Saturday, December 27th, 2025. Buddy, a prominent figure in the modern rap scene known for his smooth flow and introspective lyrics, bridges the two genres by performing his work alongside The Don Brown Collective, a rotating group of highly skilled Los Angeles-based jazz musicians. The Collective itself was founded by professionally trained drummer Don Brown with the core mission of highlighting local talent, exposing diverse audiences to jazz music, and creating a framework for musicians to rotate and celebrate their collective chemistry. This specific partnership is a fantastic example of the current trend where hip-hop artists engage with a live, improvisational band, giving Buddy’s distinct voice a sophisticated, dynamic, and soulful musical bed, offering audiences a unique show that merges the sharp edge of rap with the deep pocket and expressive freedom of a modern jazz ensemble.

TIERNEY SUTTON celebrating the music of Alan and Marilyn Bergman with Musical Director Trey Henry and pianist Shelly Berg!
2025-12-27 19:00 - 22:30 | Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
The concert event TIERNEY SUTTON celebrating the music of Alan and Marilyn Bergman at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, California, featuring a collaboration of jazz masters and a tribute to legendary songwriters. The evening is headlined by the multi-Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton, who is revered for her interpretive depth and innovative arrangements of the Great American Songbook, and she will be dedicating her performance to the incomparable catalogue of lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman. The Bergmans are arguably the most successful husband-and-wife songwriting team in history, having won three Oscars, multiple Grammys, and four Emmys for writing the lyrics to classic songs like “The Way We Were,” “The Windmills of Your Mind,” and “How Do You Keep the Music Playing?” Sutton will be joined by musical director Trey Henry and renowned pianist Shelly Berg, ensuring a night of high-level musicianship and a sophisticated, heartfelt journey through the Bergmans’ timeless contributions to film and popular music.

TIERNEY SUTTON BAND and friends, featuring: Christian Jacob !
2025-12-28 18:00 - 23:00 | Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
The concert featuring the TIERNEY SUTTON BAND and friends, featuring: Christian Jacob, is a special engagement scheduled for Sunday, December 28, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, California. The Tierney Sutton Band, led by the nine-time Grammy Award-nominated jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton, is renowned for its highly collaborative and sophisticated approach to jazz, functioning as a collective where the musicians are equal partners in both music and business. Central to this sound is French jazz pianist Christian Jacob, a Grammy-nominated arranger and highly acclaimed artist who has been co-leading the band since the mid-1990s, defining their style with his expansive harmonies and crystalline melodies, and is famous for his work with legends like Maynard Ferguson and for scoring two Clint Eastwood films, Sully and The 15:17 to Paris. This performance promises an intimate and musically profound evening, showcasing the group’s highly imaginative arrangements of well-known songs, a signature of the Tierney Sutton Band.
