2025-2026 Season Performances
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Sandra Bernhard
Shapes and Forms
SAT, SEP 27, 2025 AT 8PM
A new show packed with Bernhard's razor-sharp wit, hilarious tales, and an eclectic blend of perfectly curated songs. More.
British Legends
SUN, SEP 28, 2025 AT 3PM
World-class tributes to David Bowie, Elton John, Freddie Mercury, Mick Jagger, and Rod Stewart—all in one show! More.
Noche Flamenca
Searching For Goya
SAT, OCT 4, 2025 AT 8PM
Noche Flamenca fuses theatricality with raw emotion in a performance as striking as Goya’s art. More.
Alonzo King LINES Ballet
SAT, NOV 8, 2025 AT 8PM
Electrifying dance with two recent works by visionary choreographer Alonzo King, including Ode to Alice Coltrane and more. More.
Live from Laurel Canyon
Lennon and Nilsson: Songs from the Lost Weekend
SUN, NOV 9, 2025 AT 3PM
Enjoy John Lennon and Harry Nilsson’s iconic songs with troubadours and storytellers Live from Laurel Canyon. More.
An Evening with Judy Kuhn
WED/THU, NOV 12-13, 2025 AT 7PM
Multiple Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Award nominee Judy Kuhn (Les Misérables, Chess, Fun Home) enchants with the music of famed Broadway songwriters. More.
An Evening with Baratunde Thurston
SAT, NOV 15, 2025 AT 8PM
With generosity and humor, Baratunde Thurston tells stories of interdependence through our relationship with nature, each other, and technology. More.
Symphonic Jazz Orchestra
SUN, NOV 16, 2025 TIME TBA
SJO returns for rich explorations at the intersection of jazz and classical music. More.
Jarabe Mexicano
A Bordeño Soul Christmas
FRI, DEC 5, 2025 AT 8PM
Celebrate the nostalgic spirit of the holidays with upbeat cumbia, spirited rock and roll, Mexican folk, and Tex-Mex. More.
David Benoit
A Tribute to Charlie Brown Christmas
SAT, DEC 6, 2025 AT 8PM
A holiday tradition with five-time Grammy nominee jazz pianist David Benoit. More.
A.I.M by Kyle Abraham
SAT, DEC 13, 2025 AT 8PM
Witness emotionally stirring performances from one of contemporary dance’s leading companies. More.
A Broadway Holiday with David Burnham
WED/THU DEC 17-18, 2025 AT 7PM
An evening of holiday cheer with festive favorites from Broadway, film, and television. More.
The Peking Acrobats
SAT, JAN 17, 2026 AT 8PM
These masters of agility and grace display their astonishing athleticism, pushing the limits of human ability. More.
Yacht Rock Gold Experience
with Special Guest Elliot Lurie
SUN, JAN 25, 2026 AT 3PM
Set sail on a sea of lush harmonies with the music of The Doobie Brothers, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, and many more. More.
Celebrating the Miles Davis Centennial with MEB "Miles Electric Band"
FRI, JAN 30, 2026 AT 8PM
Featuring Miles Davis alumni and next-generation innovators, this all-star ensemble honors the Miles Davis Centennial. More.
Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Being Alive
with Adam Ben-David on Piano
SAT, FEB 7, 2026 AT 8PM
A dazzling musical celebration of life through unforgettable Broadway and classic American tunes. More.
Versa-Style Dance Company
Tribute: Guardians of Street Dance
Fri, Mar 13, 2026 At 7PM
Experience the raw energy and exhilaration of street dance with the artistry of Versa-Style. More.
Hotel California
The Original Eagles Tribute
SUN, MAR 15, 2026 AT 3PM
For over 30 years, Hotel California has recreated the legendary sound of The Eagles with incredible passion and fidelity. More.
Kandace Springs
Lady in Satin
WED/THU, MAR 18-19, 2026 AT 7PM
A lovingly reimagined celebration of Billie Holiday’s 1958 album, Lady in Satin, bringing a new lushness to Holiday’s classics. More.
Cirque Kalabanté
Afrique en Cirque
SAT, MAR 21, 2026 AT 8PM
Accompanied by live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora, these incredible artists share the vibrant traditions of African culture. More.
The Magic of Manhattan Starring Benny Benack III
WED/THU, MAY 6-7, 2026 AT 7PM
An elegant, jazz-inspired journey through the songs and artists that defined Manhattan. More.
All programs, artists, prices, and dates subject to change.
