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.
Mexodus
After taking NYC by storm, Mexodus arrives on the West Coast! 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 innovative 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.
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.
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.
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.
Cheyenne Jackson
Get ready for a night of toe-tapping melodies and uproarious laughter as Emmy and Grammy nominee, Cheyenne Jackson, explores art, love, and fatherhood with perfectly imperfect charm!
Why we love it: Cheyenne's show is deeply personal, giving you a candid look at the life of a star.
Shucked
When the corn starts to fail in Cob County, a naive local girl leaves her sheltered life to find help and returns with a smooth-talking podiatrist who may be a savior, a scammer, or just the interruption the town needed.
Why we love it: This country musical has small town charm and a whole lot of heart.
