THE NUTCRACKER
2025-12-27 14:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-27 19:30 - 23:00, 2025-12-28 14:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | 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.

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.

Stereophonic
2025-12-27 20:00 - 23:00, 2025-12-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-28 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-29 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-12-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-30 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-31 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-02 14:00 - 17:00 | Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd. Wayne McWorter (213)365-3500, Hollywood, CA, 90028.0

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.

Katalyst & Friends Holiday Throwdown!
2025-12-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-28 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Every decade or so, a new band comes to the forefront and changes the course of music, this decade is no exception and sees the rise of one of the most talented, diverse collectives of musicians, writers, composers and producers otherwise known as Katalyst. The brainchild of world-renowned drummer/composer/producer Greg Paul, this nine-piece ensemble hailing from Inglewood, CA showcases an eclectic mix of experimental contemporary jazz.
The collective comprises of pianist Brandon Cordoba, saxophonist David Otis, Grammy-award-winning trombonist Jonah Levine, keyboard/pianist Brian Hargrove, percussionist Ahmad Dubose, uptight bassist Corbin Jones, bass guitarist Marlon Spears, and Katalyst founder and drummer Greg Paul.
In 2020 during the height of the pandemic, Katalyst released their critically acclaimed debut album entitled “Nine Lives” a free-spirited instrumental jazz album that truly encapsulates the pulse of Los Angeles. Conceived during impromptu Sunday Jam Sessions at their home base in Inglewood, the title is personal as it documents the lives and fusion of these nine renaissance men, equally yoked through 10 tracks that transport you on musical journey unlike any other.

Kenneth Whalum
2025-12-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-29 21:30 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Kenneth Whalum is an American musician whose career successfully bridges the worlds of instrumental jazz and contemporary alternative soul, first establishing himself as an in-demand saxophonist and horn arranger before rising to prominence as a singer, songwriter, and producer. Hailing from Memphis, Whalum’s foundational work includes touring and recording with R&B and soul legends like Al Green and Isaac Hayes, and his distinctive horn work and arrangements are featured on landmark albums such as Jay-Z’s American Gangster and Maxwell’s BLACKsummers’night, as well as projects by Beyoncé, D’Angelo, Frank Ocean, and Mac Miller. Since the late 2010s, he has stepped into the spotlight as a solo vocalist, specializing in what he describes as “alternative soul,” characterized by vulnerable storytelling, soft ballads, and pensive compositions that fuse soul, R&B, and jazz. His solo albums like Broken Land and Broken Land 2 cemented his artistic shift, demonstrating his gift for crafting emotionally deep music that doesn’t follow trends, but rather sets them, making him a versatile and highly respected figure in the modern music landscape.

Keyon Harrold
2025-12-30 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-31 17:00 - 21:00 | Blue Note Jazz Club
Keyon Harrold is a Grammy Award-winning trumpeter, composer, and producer celebrated for his masterful ability to blend jazz with elements of hip-hop, neo-soul, rock, and blues, creating a sound uniquely reflective of the modern American experience. Hailing from Ferguson, Missouri, his music often carries themes of social justice and personal resilience, which are vividly explored in his critically acclaimed albums like The Mugician (a portmanteau of ‘musician’ and ‘magician’) and his recent release, Foreverland. Harrold’s distinctively warm and commanding trumpet sound has made him one of the most in-demand session musicians in the industry; he is known for providing the “trumpet voice” for Miles Davis in the biopic Miles Ahead and has collaborated with a vast array of legends including Beyoncé, Jay-Z, D’Angelo, Common, and his frequent bandmate and New School classmate, Robert Glasper. His career showcases a rare versatility, moving seamlessly from the improvisational rigor of jazz clubs to the pop sensibility of mainstream music.

Brett and Mo sneak a quick one in before New Years!
2025-12-30 20:00 - 23:30 | Largo at the Coronet, 366 N. La Cienega Blvd. http://www.largo-la.com/event/1283859-doug-loves-movies-12-guests-los-angeles/, Los Angeles, California, 90048.0
The event Brett and Mo sneak a quick one in before New Years! is a special live comedy show at the iconic Largo at the Coronet in Los Angeles, CA, scheduled for Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at 8:00 PM, just two nights before the New Year. The performance features actor and two-time Emmy-winning comedian Brett Goldstein (best known as Roy Kent on Ted Lasso and co-creator of Shrinking) alongside writer and comedian Mo Welch (known for her unique humor and work on Corporate and Conan). These impromptu “sneak-in” shows at Largo are cherished by fans because they offer a rare chance to see these major comedy stars work out new material and engage in spontaneous, high-energy banter in an intimate, low-stakes setting, promising a night of genuine, brilliant, and hilarious pre-New Year’s Eve fun.

Jazz Legends: PETE ESCOVEDO & FAMILY | New Year’s Eve Celebration!
2025-12-31 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-31 22:30 - 23:30 | Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
The Jazz Legends: PETE ESCOVEDO & FAMILY | New Year’s Eve Celebration! is an annual, multi-performance event at the Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, California, that culminates in a spectacular New Year’s Eve show , December 31, 2025. Headlining the celebration is Pete Escovedo, a legendary master percussionist and bandleader who, for over fifty years, has been a major force in Latin music, celebrated for breaking down the barriers between Smooth Jazz, Salsa, Latin Jazz, and contemporary music. The show is a vibrant, rhythmic affair that features his powerful orchestra and is made special by the inclusion of his talented musical family, including his sons Juan Escovedo and Peter Michael Escovedo III, ensuring a dynamic and deeply groovy performance that seamlessly blends Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz fusion to ring in the new year.

New Year's Eve At The Improv
2025-12-31 19:00 - 23:30 | Hollywood Improv, 8162 Melrose Ave, Hollywood, California, 90046.0
New Year’s Eve At The Improv is a high-energy, star-studded celebration taking place on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the world-famous Hollywood Improv on Melrose Avenue. This premier comedy event offers fans two distinct ways to ring in 2026: an early 7:00 PM dinner show for those looking to kick off their night with laughs and a late 10:00 PM countdown show that features a celebratory champagne toast at midnight. Known for its “surprise” format, the lineup typically draws from a pool of top-tier talent and frequent Improv headliners—often featuring names like Jeff Garlin, Ian Edwards, or Jennifer Murphy—ensuring a night of elite stand-up in one of the most historic rooms in comedy. Whether you choose the intimate Main Room or the Lab, the evening is designed to be a festive, communal experience, blending a curated menu of classic American fare with the sharp-witted, unpredictable humor that has made the Improv a Hollywood landmark for over six decades.

New Year's Eve with El DeBarge
2025-12-31 20:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-31 23:00 - 23:30 | Blue Note Jazz Club
El DeBarge is an American singer, songwriter, and musician best known for his incredibly distinctive and expressive high tenor and soaring falsetto that has defined R&B, soul, and pop for decades, earning him a place on Rolling Stone’s list of the “200 Greatest Singers of All Time.” His career initially took off in the early 1980s as the focal point and primary lead vocalist of the family group DeBarge, delivering timeless Motown classics like the crossover smash “Rhythm of the Night,” “All This Love,” and “Time Will Reveal.” After leaving the group in 1986, he launched a successful solo career with the hit “Who’s Johnny,” and established himself as a respected collaborator, lending his unmistakable voice to tracks by Quincy Jones, Tone Loc, and Fourplay. Despite personal struggles that led to an extended hiatus, El DeBarge made a triumphant return with his 2010 album Second Chance, which earned him three Grammy nominations, reaffirming the enduring power of his artistry and making him one of the few artists to have Grammy recognition both with his group and as a solo performer.

Jon Brion
2026-01-01 18:00 - 23:00 | Largo at the Coronet, 366 N. La Cienega Blvd. http://www.largo-la.com/event/1283859-doug-loves-movies-12-guests-los-angeles/, Los Angeles, California, 90048.0
Jon Brion is a masterfully versatile American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer who has become a defining architect of modern alternative pop and cinematic soundscapes. Renowned for his idiosyncratic, orchestrally informed production, he has shaped seminal albums for artists like Fiona Apple, Aimee Mann, and Rufus Wainwright, while famously bridging the gap between hip-hop and baroque pop as the co-producer of Kanye West’s Late Registration and completing the posthumous Mac Miller album, Circles. As a film composer, Brion’s evocative and experimental scores for directors like Paul Thomas Anderson (Magnolia, Punch-Drunk Love) and Michel Gondry (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind) have earned him critical acclaim and multiple Grammy nominations for their emotional depth. He is perhaps most beloved in Los Angeles for his legendary residency at Largo at the Coronet, where he performs completely improvised solo sets, looping various instruments in real time and reimagining audience requests with virtuosic flair. Fans can experience this one-of-a-kind musical alchemy live during his upcoming performance at Largo on Friday, January 2, 2026, a show that continues his decades-long tradition of pushing the boundaries of the live concert experience.

JANE MONHEIT (Award-winning Jazz Singer & Recording Artist)
2026-01-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Catalina Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, California, 90028.0
Jane Monheit is a highly acclaimed, Grammy-nominated American jazz and adult contemporary vocalist celebrated for her “flawless” technique, warm tone, and sophisticated interpretations of the Great American Songbook. She rocketed to prominence virtually overnight after placing as the runner-up in the prestigious 1998 Thelonious Monk Institute Vocal Competition at the age of 20, leading to her debut album Never Never Land (2000), which became an instant hit. Monheit’s signature style expertly blends straight-ahead jazz and swing with touches of bossa nova and Latin jazz, showcasing her remarkable ability to deliver both traditional ballads and lively up-tempo numbers with deep emotional honesty and a sophisticated, glamorous stage presence. Throughout her career, she has performed in legendary venues worldwide, collaborated with jazz luminaries like Terence Blanchard and Kenny Barron, and cemented her reputation as one of the most important and beloved vocalists carrying on the tradition of artists like Ella Fitzgerald.
