Staff picks
Not sure what show to see? Our team of experts has handpicked a dazzling collection of must-see events, ranging from over-the-top musicals and boundary-pushing dramas to spectacular concerts. Trust our theatre lovers and dive into this curated lineup.
Table 17
Exes who almost tied the knot are back at the restaurant table, where the leftover feelings and old disagreements quickly turn their polite get-together into a hilarious, high-stakes showdown about their future.
Why we love it: Who hasn't wanted to hear every detail about what the couple sitting next to them at dinner is talking about? Now you don't need to eavesdrop!
Ben Platt: Live at the Ahmanson
You know him from hits like Pitch Perfect and Dear Evan Hansen but now Tony, Grammy, and Emmy Award winner Ben Platt returns home for a two-week residency! You can expect Broadway hits as well as originals from his three studio albums. Plus, you never know which of Ben's talented friends will show up.
Why we love it: Whether you're a theatre person or not, you're guarenteed a spectacular evening of unmatched vocal talent.
Paranormal Activity
Experience the iconic film franchise up close and personal (if you dare). In this terrifying new story, the protagonists learn the hard way that places aren't haunted, people are.
Why we love it: With groundbreaking technology and unbelievable illusions, you too will be questioning what's real and what's in your head.
American Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker
Prepare for a dazzling spectacle where toys come alive, snowflakes dance, and every iconic childhood dream is set to Tchaikovsky's unforgettable, iconic score. Why we love it: It reminds us all of the simple joy and wondrous imagination of childhood dreams.
A Christmas Carol
There's no better way to celebrate the holiday season than to go on the journey of a lifetime with the ghosts of Christmas past, present, and future.
Why we love it: It delivers holiday nostalgia that will make even the grumpiest Scrooge believe in the magic of Christmas.
Mexodus
This live-looping hip-hop musical, and New York Times Critic's Pick, tells the little-known southward trajectory of the Underground Railroad, detailing the pursuit of liberation in Mexico.
Why we love it: This inovative show takes theatre and storytelling to the next level.
Patti Lupone In Concert
Show business = Patti Lupone. The divia who has been lighting up the stage and screen for decades brings her cabaret show, Matters of the Heart, to LA for one night only! You'll hear it all from Broadway classics to pop hits by Cyndi Lauper.
Why we love it: With Patti, you never know what you're going to get. Prepare for unexpected brilliance and maybe a little drama.
Brigadoon
When two American travelers get trapped in a magical village that appears for just one day every hundred years, it’s the start of the most extreme long-distance relationship ever. Can love conquer all?
Why we love it: This Broadway classic blends mystical Scottish folklore with an unforgettable score.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
See some of the most technically brilliant and physically expressive dancers in the world deliver soul-stirring storytelling as they combine modern, jazz, and African dance.
Why we love it: This isn't just dance, it's a powerful cultural experience.
Primary Trust
Follow the sweetly awkward Ken, a lovable bookstore clerk in his late thirties whose meticulously quiet life is gently upended by a new job, a friendly bartender, and the surprisingly helpful advice of his long-time, fully imaginary best friend.
Why we love it: This play offers a refreshing blend of humor and heart.
