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Free Shakespeare in Griffith Park returns with the beloved comedy ‘As You Like It'
The Independent Shakespeare Company will stage the popular play starting in July; special events will festoon the calendar, too.
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Starlit shows to sparkle in the Cahuenga Pass: The Ford's 2024 season line-up is here
The storied amphitheater will welcome José Feliciano and Tres Souls, Airborne Toxic Event, and Guster with the LA Phil.
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Support the LGBTQ+ community by taking in a theater classic
California Live’s Danielle Nottingham chats with actors Travis Van Winkle and Bridget Regan about their longtime friendship and upcoming starring roles in a charity performance of “Cat On a Hot Tin Roof,” in Los Angeles.
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Enjoy local theater for a little as $20 during LA Theatre Week
California Live’s Danielle Nottingham visits the production of “Funny Girl” for LA Theatre Week to learn about the importance of local theater. LA Theatre Week runs through April 14th, offering theatre lovers an affordable way to explore the rich performance scene in Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
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A new SF musical debuts a groundbreaking all-Filipino cast
California Live’s Jobeth Devera sits down with Billy Bustamante, director and choreographer of “Larry the Musical: An American Journey.” The theatrical performance tells the little-known story of Filipino American activist Larry Itliong, who organized and led protests for equal pay and dignified living conditions for farm workers throughout the West Coast and Alaska. This production is a labor of love,...
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Get a behind-the-scenes look inside America's longest-running marionette theater as it celebrates 60 years
California Live correspondent Laila Muhammad visits Bob Baker Marionette Theater in Highland Park to check out its newest show, “Magic Strings.” She catches up with head puppeteer Alex Evans to see how the puppets come to life.
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Six big musicals will enjoy their LA premieres next season at the Hollywood Pantages
We’re traveling to the “Future” to check out the theater’s just-announced 2024-2025 line-up.
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Power, politics & love: “Middle of the World” play shakes up LA's theater scene
California Live’s Jessica Vilchis chats with playwright Juan José Alfonso & artistic director Guillermo Cienfuegos about their powerful new play, “Middle of the World” showing at West Hollywood’s Rogue Machine Theater. It’s the story about a man and woman from very different backgrounds who meet in an Uber, where their lives are changed forever.
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at the new all-female ‘Peter Pan' show in San Francisco
Get ready to take flight with Peter Pan! California Live’s Jobeth Devera gives us a sneak peek of the Children’s Theatre Association of San Francisco’s adaption of the classic story of Peter Pan.
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Happy 100th, Sierra Madre Playhouse
The cultural gem, one of the robust hearts of the charming hamlet, is going “silent” in honor of its centennial
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A summer stage spectacular that's all about standing still is seeking its big stars
Here’s your chance to play a truly offbeat role in the world-famous Pageant of the Masters.
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Santa at sea: A “sea”-sonal treat comes ashore at Pirates Dinner Adventure
Swashbuckling scenes and audience involvement make this merry escapade bright.
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Tickets for ‘Pageant of the Masters,' that stand-still summer spectacular, are on sale
July is a long way off, true, but seats at the popular event fill up quickly.
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‘Love Actually Live' is a cinematic stage experience that soars with songcraft
The uplifting show, a festive fan favorite, is back to charm audiences at The Wallis.
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‘The Nutcracker,' that cherished holiday confection, returns to several SoCal stages
Flurry, er, hurry and get your tickets to the wintry extravaganza, a ballet synonymous with the yuletide season.
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The Hollywood Pantages Theatre just shared a ‘Wicked' and wonderful surprise
Calling all Elphaba and Glinda fans: The beloved musical will again alight in Southern California in late 2024.
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Enter the world of spine-tingling thrills & enchanting chills at LA's “Angel of Light”
California Live contributor Laila Muhammad visits the Los Angeles Theatre in DTLA to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the new haunting & immersive theatrical production: “Angel of Light.” The 60-minute experience transports visitors to 1935 Old Hollywood for a spooky tale told through live performances, elaborate sets & more.
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Things to do this weekend: Knott's Scary Farm's frightful 50th anniversary
One of the monstrous majors of the Halloween scene begins its shriek-tastic milestone season.
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Happy ‘Talk Like a Pirate Day' to the ‘Vampirates' of Buena Park
Vampires who are pirates — or pirates who are vampires? — are now holding acrobatic court at Pirates Dinner Adventure.
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A popular performing arts center's merrily ‘Mad' plan: $10 tickets
It’s almost time for “Monday Madness” at The Wallis in Beverly Hills.