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This is What’s On Tap for Next Season at Walt Disney Concert Hall

March 13, 2024 by Sponsored Post

Gustavo Dudamel has said that Los Angeles is “…like an orchestra: so many different people, sounds, cultures, and histories, all coming together in a beautiful harmony of life.” With last week’s announcement of the 2024-25 season at Walt Disney Concert Hall, we see Dudamel’s vision of L.A. come to life with a lineup of programming that underscores the vibrancy, diversity, and creativity of a city unlike any other in the world.

The schedule opens on October 1 with the LA Phil Gala Concert: Dudamel & Lang Lang, featuring Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Ginastera’s Estancia. Two days later, the Concert Hall transforms into Shakespeare’s magical forest when the LA Phil and Los Angeles Master Chorale join forces to perform Mendelssohn’s whimsical incidental music from A Midsummer Night’s Dream (October 3 and 4).


From there, the action really kicks into high gear. There’s the return of the John Williams Spotlight series (October 25-27) with From Mexico to Hollywood: Golden Age of Cinema, a trio of Día de los Muertos celebrations (November 1-3) as part of Pan-American Music Initiative, and the day-long Noon to Midnight new music festival (November 16) curated by Ellen Reid, featuring the world premiere of Doug Aitken’s Lightscape with the Los Angeles Master Chorale, all as part of the Getty’s PST ART: Art & Science Collide initiative.

As winter flows to spring you’ll find the annual Deck The Hall holiday concert series sprinkled throughout the month of December and the Mahler Grooves Festival (starting in February) during which Dudamel will head 11 performances in all, including the first performances of Symphony No. 7 with the LA Phil, Des Knaben Wunderhorn and Alma Mahler’s Five Songs.


Throughout the season you’ll find a who’s who of guest conductors and performers, including Teddy Abrams, Ryan Bancroft, Gustavo Gimeno, Sarah Hicks, Cody Fry, Herbie Hancock, Samara Joy, Wynonna Judd, Yo-Yo Ma, and many more.

The 24-25 lineup wraps with LA Phil’s first-ever Seoul Festival, curated by South Korean composer Unsuk Chin, features fast-rising Korean performing talent, distinct composer voices and broad-reaching culture, all showcasing South Korea’s impact on the modern American musical landscape across genres from K-pop to Classical.

Now as for tickets… season subscriptions are available now, while “Create Your Own” packages will be available Tuesday, April 23, 2024. And if you want single ticket options, those go on sale starting Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at 10 a.m.

Check out all the highlights of the coming season, and make to start saving dates ASAP. Remember, it’s never too early to start planning


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It’s Time to Start Planning Summer at The Bowl

February 16, 2024 by Sponsored Post
A Summer Concert at The Hollywood Bowl

Never too early to start planning your summer, right? And with the Hollywood Bowl 2024 schedule just released this past week, now seems like a great time to get a head start.

Beginning June 15, the first week of the ’24 season includes the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival, a Juneteenth Celebration with T-Pain, and an opening night tribute to the 100th birthday of composer Henry Mancini, featuring special guests Michael Bublé and Dave Koz.

As the months unfold, you’ll find nine performances under the stars with Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil, including two nights with 18-time Latin Grammy winner Natalia Lafourcade, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony and a celebration with opera stars Diana Damrau and Jonas Kaufmann.

If you’re looking for variety, you’ll find it at The Bowl, with notables on the season’s slate including Beck, Patti LaBelle, Herbie Hancock, Gary Clark Jr., Mt. Joy, Boyz II Men, Toto, Camilo, and plenty more. Plus, movie lovers can rejoice in multiple live score-to-picture concert experiences, including a night of hits from Disney’s catalogue of films from the the 80’s and 90’s, The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long, Singin’ in the Rain in Concert, and Barbie The Movie: In Concert.

Now about getting tickets… Bowl subscription packages are available RIGHT NOW while create-your-own packages start March 19. And if you prefer to grab single-day tickets, those go on sale on May 7.

Whatever you decide, as in past years, we only have one rule to follow: Make your summer at The Bowl one to remember!

2024 Hollywood Bowl Schedule


JUNE 15-16: Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival

JUNE 19: Juneteenth Celebration featuring T-Pain Plus Special Guests

JUNE 23: Opening Night at the Bowl: Henry Mancini 100th Celebration

JUNE 29: Roots Picnic: Hip-Hop is the Love of My Life

JULY 2-4: July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with Harry Connick Jr.

JULY 6: Beck with the LA Phil

JULY 7: Patti LaBelle

JULY 9: Scheherazade

JULY 11: All-Gershwin

JULY 12-14: Maestro of the Movies: John Williams with the LA Phil

JULY 16: Ray Chen Plays Tchaikovsky

JULY 17: Big Band Night featuring Maria Schneider Orchestra; Count Basie Orchestra

JULY 18: Ballet Folklórico de México with the LA Phil

JULY 19-20: Disney ’80s-’90s Celebration in Concert

JULY 21: Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit; Sylvan Esso; Uwade | KCRW Festival

JULY 23: Mozart Under the Stars

JULY 25: All-Beethoven

JULY 26: Chaka Khan

JULY 27: Barbie The Movie: In Concert Featuring the Barbie Land ™ Sinfonietta

JULY 28: The Music of Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, and More: Boublil and Schönberg’s Do You Hear the People Sing?

JULY 30: Stravinsky & Khachaturian

AUGUST 1: Schumann & Bruch

AUGUST 2-3: Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks

AUGUST 4: Reggae Night XXII: Jamrock Reggae Night at the Bowl | KCRW Festival

AUGUST 6: Prokofiev & Shostakovich

AUGUST 7: Laufey with the LA Phil

AUGUST 8: Symphonic Tango & Flamenco

AUGUST 9: India.Arie

AUGUST 13: All-Rachmaninoff

AUGUST 14: Herbie Hancock: Head Hunters 50th

AUGUST 15: The Elements with Joshua Bell

AUGUST 16-17: The Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes

AUGUST 18: Smooth Summer Jazz: George Benson

AUGUST 20: All-Dvořák with Midori

AUGUST 21: Gary Clark Jr.; The War And Treaty

AUGUST 22: The Rite of Spring

AUGUST 23-24: Pink Martini featuring China Forbes 30th Anniversary Tour

AUGUST 25: Mt. Joy | KCRW Festival

AUGUST 27: Singin’ in the Rain in Concert

AUGUST 29: Gustavo Dudamel & Yunchan Lim

AUGUST 30-31: Marvel Studios’ Infinity Saga Concert Experience

SEPTEMBER 1: Toto; Christopher Cross

SEPTEMBER 3: Carmen and Carnival with Dudamel

SEPTEMBER 4: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue; Big Boi

SEPTEMBER 5: Carmen and Carnival with Dudamel

SEPTEMBER 6-7: Natalia Lafourcade with the LA Phil

SEPTEMBER 8: Vance Joy ‘dream your life away’ 10-Year Anniversary Show | KCRW Festival

SEPTEMBER 10: Dudamel Leads Beethoven 9

SEPTEMBER 11: Sammy Davis, Jr. at 100

SEPTEMBER 12: Dudamel and the Stars of Opera

SEPTEMBER 13-15: Fireworks Finale with Boyz II Men

SEPTEMBER 18: Rodrigo y Gabriela

SEPTEMBER 20: The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA

SEPTEMBER 21: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music Sing-A-Long

SEPTEMBER 22: Cumbia at the Bowl! with Grupo Cañaveral; La Sonora Dinamita; Los Hermanos Flores

SEPTEMBER 26: Camilo

SEPTEMBER 28: Mitski; Sharon Van Etten


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Spark Your Senses During Shochu Month in Los Angeles

January 17, 2024 by Sponsored Post
The Tsukemono-tini made with Nankai Shochu at Employees Only LA

From January 18 through February 17, Japan’s most popular spirit takes over Los Angeles with a series of social events and specialty cocktails, all hosted at some of the city’s finest bars, lounges, and speakeasies. They’re calling it “Shochu Month” and it sounds like the perfect chance to spark your senses and try something new, all while experiencing an esteemed roster of L.A. watering holes that includes Accomplice Bar, Death & Co. LA, Employees Only LA, Gold Line, Redbird, Steep LA, The Lincoln, The Semi-Tropic, and Thunderbolt. In short, it’s going to be a good time, and you won’t want to miss it.

Okay, okay… back up though. The totally uninitiated are probably asking… what is Shochu? Well it’s not Sake. And it’s not exactly analogous to other liquors most commonly consumed in America. But it is a distinct spirit with fascinating flavors and a unique story stretching back hundreds of years.

That history extends more than five centuries, beginning in Southern Japan where it was first distilled using rice. Today, no spirit in Japan is consumed more often than Shochu (yes even more than Sake!), and in addition to rice you’ll find variations made with barley, sweet potatoes, buckwheat, and brown sugar, or occasionally chestnut, sesame seeds, potatoes, or even carrots.

Redbird’s Bankan Highball is made with Daiyame 40, a sweet potato-based Shochu that contains notes of lychee.

Unlike many grain-based liquors that focus on achieving a neutral profile, Shochu allows flavor from the base ingredient to pass through the distillation process. This creates a wide range of variations in flavor, from the rich and nutty versions to others more light and aromatic. It’s also strong, but not too strong.

The alcohol content by volume is generally around 25-30%, which is more than a wine or Sake, but typically less than baijiu, whiskey, or vodka. The moderate ABV paired with the sheer variety of flavors make Shochu an ideal star in many cocktail variations, perhaps no other more so than the classic Japanese Highball. And if a Highball is your go-to, you’re going to love Shochu Month.

Over the next four weeks, nine select bars will offer their own take on a Shochu Highball, along with a distinctive signature Shochu cocktail developed in-house. You could stop by Accomplice Bar to sip on a Kiku Shochu Highball made with sweet floral chrysanthemum and earthy oolong, or swing over to Redbird to try the Golden Gai, a Martini-inspired cocktail made with Satsuma Shiranami Genshu. And along with the menu add-ons, you’ll also find special live programming.

Thunderbolt’s head bartender Tom Liu created the Goma Martini for Shochu Month

Events throughout the city will allow guests to immerse themselves in Japanese cocktail culture. Revered Tokyo mixologist Shuzo Nagumo will appear at an opening “Shochu Night” pop-up event at Death & Co LA on Jan. 18, where guests can enjoy two Shochu drinks for $25. As the week unfolds, Shuzo will visit each participating so you can try his special cocktail at all your favorite spots (details to be announced on the @shochu_japan Instagram).

On Feb. 6, a second “Shochu Night” event will be held at Redbird, featuring special guest Takuma Watanabe (head bartender at NYC’s Martiny’s and one of the founding members of Bar codename Mixology).

There’s a lot going on, so be sure to check out the full list of bars and special offerings below.

And for more information about Shochu you can visit https://japan-food.jetro.go.jp/shochu .

Participant Bars & Special Offerings

Accomplice Bar: Kiku Shochu Highball and the Bakappuru

Death & Co LA: Dovetail Shochu Highball and the Oxya Old Fashioned

Employees Only LA: Cha Shochu Highball and the Tsukemono-tini.

Goldline: Kuro Kirishima Shochu Highball and the One of those

Redbird LA: Bankan Shochu Highball and the Golden Gai.

Steep LA: Steep Oolong Shochu Highball and the Sunbird.

The Lincoln: Honey Crush Highball and the Tokyo Hi-Fi.

The Semi Tropic: Oolong Shochu Highball and the Lullaby.

Thunderbolt: Tougan Shochu Highball and the Goma Martini.


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Spring Into 2024 at the Walt Disney Concert Hall!

January 11, 2024 by Sponsored Post

We can’t think of a better way to kickstart 2024 than with a flourish of amazing music and artistic expression. And over the next few months at Walt Disney Concert Hall, the stage is set for a remarkable run of concerts and performances. The possibilities are… well maybe not endless… there is A LOT going on.

You can catch innovative operas with Das Rheingold (Jan 18, 20–21), Last Days (Feb 6), and Fidelio with Deaf West Theatre (May 16–17). Or perhaps the thrill of movement will inspire you to see choreographer/dancer Benjamin Millepied’s UNSTILL LIFE (April 9)

Perhaps you’ll witness the magic of Gustavo Dudamel in programs ranging from the music of Brahms and Bruckner (Jan 26–28) to Strauss’ Don Quixote (May 2–5) and Dvořák’s “New World” Symphony (May 9–12).

The season’s jam-packed calendar also includes the era-defining Dirty Projectors with the LA Phil (March 2), NEA Jazz Master Dianne Reeves (March 3), the titan of Brazilian Tropicália Caetano Veloso (March 31), the powerful pairing of Silvana Estrada and Cécile McLorin Salvant (May 31), jazz legend Herbie Hancock (April 20), and more.

Plus, in an newly announced series, German electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk celebrates the massive impact of their career and the incredible depth of their repertoire, performing one album a night, starting with Autobahn for its 50th anniversary (May 21–26 & 28–30)

And the best part? Tickets start as low $20. 

Make sure you click below to see the full slate of concerts.

Hope we see you there 😉

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Deck The Hall Brings Holiday Cheer to Walt Disney Concert Hall This December

December 6, 2023 by Sponsored Post
The Holiday Sing-Along at Walt Disney Concert Hall

‘Tis (nearly) the season to be jolly!

From a classic Holiday Sing-Along and a delightful night of A Chanticleer Christmas, to jazzed-up holiday tunes with Arturo Sandoval and New Year’s Eve with Pink Martini, there’s something for everyone at this December’s Deck the Hall Holiday Concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall.

It’s all happening in DTLA from December 13 – 31, and you can check out the full schedule below

December 13: A Chanticleer Christmas – The beloved “orchestra of voices” returns with their signature holiday performance.

December 16: Holiday Sing-Along – Walt Disney Concert Hall’s massive pipe organ, a choir, and a jazz combo lead a cheerful selection of seasonal favorites in this favorite Los Angeles holiday tradition.

December 20-22: Home Alone in Concert – David Newman leads John Williams’ score at this special screening of the holiday classic.

December 23: Arturo Sandoval Swinging Holiday – The multiple-Grammy-winning Arturo Sandoval makes it a jumping, jiving, jingling night at Walt Disney Concert Hall, performing a program of holiday favorites.

December 31: New Year’s Eve with Pink Martini – Count down to 2024 in style with Portland’s celebrated “little orchestra.”


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The California Festival Starts This Week at Walt Disney Concert Hall

November 7, 2023 by Sponsored Post
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Starting this week, the unprecedented California Festival: A Celebration of New Music begins a two-week run on stages throughout the state, including multiple concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall taking place from November 7-19.

The series is, first and foremost, a celebration of innovation and collaboration. More than 100 participating organizations and ensembles, including symphony orchestras, chamber music groups, jazz ensembles, opera companies and choirs will be presenting music written within the past five years. All told, the California Festival features over 180 works, including 36 world premiers.

Concerts at Walt Disney Concert Hall include several programs led by Gustavo Dudamel, highlighted by the return of Canto en resistencia as well as world premieres by Miguel Farías and Gabriela Ortiz. Other programs include an organ recital by James McVinnie, a Green Umbrella concert of new music by California composers conducted by Vimbayi Kaziboni, and a new project from cellist Alisa Weilerstein.

Get tickets and more information on concerts on the LA Phil’s website here.


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John Williams Spotlight Series Kicks Off This November at Walt Disney Concert Hall

October 30, 2023 by Sponsored Post

John Williams’ unparalleled career has influenced generations of music lovers and film fans alike. In fact, it’s safe to say that for many, the compositions of Williams are inextricably tied to the movies that shaped their childhood. Hear a note, and it instantly takes back to a special time and place in your life. Now, the magic of those memories will be brought to life at L.A.’s most iconic music hall.

As part of a multiyear retrospective, the legendary composer has curated a series dedicated to film music at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, conducted by Gustavo Dudamel, David Newman, and Thomas Wilkins. Highlights include live-to-picture performances of Williams’ complete scores to Superman and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, a family-friendly program featuring a magical suite from Harry Potter, and a concert that celebrates the musical legacy of Hollywood.

Check out the schedule of events and links to get tickets for all John Williams Spotlight Series concerts below.

Nov 2-3, 2023: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial in Concert – Dudamel leads John Williams’ timeless score for Spielberg’s enchanting story.

Feb 2-4, 2024: A Century of Film – David Newman conducts a journey through cinematic history and the soundtracks that scored Hollywood’s greatest moments, as curated by John Williams.

March 15, 2024Superman in Concert – It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s live and in concert.

May 18-19, 2024: Dudamel Conducts Harry Potter – Dudamel leads a magical and family friendly program featuring a Grand Suite from John Williams’ Harry Potter score and an animated exploration of the symphony orchestra.


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Cap Your Summer with a Fireworks Finale at The Bowl!

September 5, 2023 by Sponsored Post

How do you cap off an incredible summer of programming at the Hollywood Bowl? How about a mix of smooth grooves and spectacular fireworks to put an exclamation point on the season!

This Friday to Sunday, Three-time Grammy winner Maxwell sets it off at the Bowl’s Fireworks Finale, hooking his supple and soulful R&B—and three decades of hits—to elegant backing from his veteran touring band.

The three-night event also features special guests Pink Sweat$ (Sep 8), SiR (Sep 9), and Raveena (Sep 10). If you want to finish off the summer in style, you won’t want to miss it!

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Finish the 2023 Hollywood Bowl Season on a High Note!

August 23, 2023 by Sponsored Post
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The 2023 season at the Hollywood Bowl has seen some stellar performances, from Janet Jackson’s unforgettable opening night to a touching tribute to the brilliant career of Stephen Sondheim. But they’re not done yet.

As we lean into this last leg of the summer, the Bowl schedule wraps up with a variety of vibrant offerings, including multiple movie nights, classical concerts, R&B shows, Blues greats, and two KCRW Festival dates.

September starts with back-to-back evening screenings of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (Sep 1-2) backed by a live-to-picture performance of John Williams’ iconic score by the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Sprinkled throughout the rest of the month you’ll find Mozart Under the Stars (Sep 5), Sing-Along Sound of Music Sing (Sep 16), Pixies, Modest Mouse and Cat Power as part of the KCRW Festival series (Sep 17), and John Legend performing alongside a full orchestra and gospel choir (Sep 24).

There’s plenty to choose from, which why we’ve included the complete September schedule below. Just remember that whatever you decide on, we hope you end your summer on a high note!

September Shows at The Bowl

Sep 1-2: Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert

Sep 3: Air Supply • Michael Bolton

Sep 5: Mozart Under the Stars

Sep 6: Buddy Guy • Christone “Kingfish” Ingram

Sep 7: Bach and Mendelssohn

Sep 8-10: Fireworks Finale: Maxwell

Sep 12: The Planets

Sep 13: Jacob Collier with the LA Phil

Sep 16: Sing-Along Sound of Music

Sep 17: Pixies • Modest Mouse • Cat Power (KCRW Festival)

Sep 20: Promises

Sep 23: John Legend featuring orchestra & gospel choir

Sep 24: Los Fabulosos Cadillacs Los Auténticos Decadentes (KCRW Festival)


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Summer is Just Getting Started at The Ford

July 19, 2023 by Sponsored Post
Photographed by Gennia Cui for Ford Theatres

An eclectic lineup. An intimate setting. No bad seat in the house. There are lots of reasons to return to The Ford for 2023, and with an unparalleled lineup of programming slated to run through the end of October, summer under the stars is just getting started.

We Like L.A. was fortunate enough to attend one of the first concerts of the season this past weekend (Mac DeMarco!), and we’re happy to report back that when it comes to the best parts about The Ford, nothing has changed. There is, however, something new to try for this year.

Fresh Food Offerings

Photo by Suzanne Lanza

One thing that had us excited to return to the The Ford was the delicious new food setup. The Bodega at The Ford has curated a lineup of street food-ish delicacies envisioned by chefs Jason Kim, Jason Winters and the Mercedes Rojas (all alums of Chef Suzanne Goin’s kitchens at the acclaimed a.o.c.).

There wasn’t time (or space in our stomachs) to try everything but we want to call out to two of our favorites: The Venezulean-style arepa made with braised beef brisket, black bean puree, fried plantains, cotija cheese and cilantro is a perfect handful. We also devoured a sourdough crusted pizza topped with spicy Calabrese salami, crushed tomatoes, mozzarella, Grana Padan, and fermented fed Fresno hot honey. That sweetness really hits the spot!

Plus, you can wash it down with a tight selection of selection of hyperlocal craft beers and natural small-production California wines (by the glass or bottle) handpicked by award-winning restaurateur Caroline Styne.

Needless to say, if you decide to show up a little early just to get a bite… not a bad idea.

The 2023 Lineup at The Ford

The Improvised Shakespeare Company comes to The Ford on July 28

Of course, we know the reason you’re headed to The Ford is for the show, and through the years the theater has staked a claim to hosting perhaps the most eclectic lineup of arts and culture programming of any venue in Los Angeles. 2023 is no exception. Just looks what’s on tap!

As we breeze into the second half of July, JAZZ Re-EVOLUTION (Jul 22) hits the stage for an unforgettable evening of stories, songs, memoir and music, bringing some of jazz’s most iconic luminaries to life. That’ll be followed by Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor/singer Darren Criss (Jul 23) then the theatrical spontaneity of The Improvised Shakespeare Company (Jul 28).

August features the 7th Annual Boleros de Noche (Aug 5), Comedy Under the Stars (Aug 9), a musical performance by the Bob Baker Marionette Theater (Aug 13) as part of the LA Soundscapes series, and live opera with The Barber of Seville (Aug 25), produced in partnership with Pacific Opera Project.

Heading into September, you’ll find a Noche de Cumbia (Sep 1), spoken word performances at the Flypoet: Summer Classic (Sep 9), along with Canciones de Mi Madre (Sep 30), a tribute to Linda Ronstadt’s iconic 1987 Mariachi album featuring a slew of Los Angeles-grown Ranchera artists.

And don’t forget that The Ford’s programming extends all the way until the end of October, highlighted by the Los Angeles Folk Festival (Oct 7-8) and capped by a special screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show (Oct 28) co-produced by Street Food Cinema.

In all there are more than three dozen performance dates on deck, and you can see the complete 2023 lineup here.

Make The Most of Your Visit

Remember that if you’re planning to attend a show this year, The Ford has a handy 2023 venue guide that gives you details on parking, ticket packages (savings!), public transit, and pre-concert picnicking. Basically, it’s everything you need to make sure you have the best experience possible.

The only question now is… which date(s) do you want to attend?


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Here’s What Happening This July at The Bowl

June 28, 2023 by Sponsored Post

As we dive into summer, our friends at The Hollywood Bowl want to make sure you’re entertained to the max, and that means pencilling in a couple of can’t-miss dates coming up this July.

First up, one of L.A.’s favorite summer traditions at the Hollywood Bowl returns July 2–4! With dozens of their chart-toppers becoming anthems of American youth—including “Surfin’ USA,” “I Get Around,” and “Fun, Fun, Fun”—The Beach Boys will light up the night with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and their legendary fireworks!

Then on July 14-15, head to The Bowl for an evening of throwback dance vibes that are sure to keep you moving. Kool & The Gang have been starting parties around the world for decades, soundtracking good times and creating good vibes. Their massive hits “Get Down on It,” “Ladies Night,” “Hollywood Swinging,” and “Jungle Boogie” helped to define an era, and every time they come around, they bring the spirit of a very funky age with them. This is a “Celebration” you don’t want to miss.

Looking for something else to fit your fancy? Scroll down for the complete slate of shows coming up this July at The Hollywood Bowl.

July 2-4: July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with The Beach Boys

July 6: Dudamel Conducts Falla and Ravel

July 7-9: Maestro of the Movies: John Williams with the LA Phil

July 11: Dudamel conducts Verdi’s Requiem

July 12: Charlie Wilson • En Vogue En Vogue

July 13: Ellington and Gershwin with Dudamel

July 14-15: Kool & The Gang • Village People

July 16: Sparks • They Might Be Giants

July 18: Estancia with Dudamel

July 19: Diana Krall • The String Queens

July 20: Prokofiev and Tchaikovsky with Dudamel

July 21: Café Tacvba with the LA Phil

July 23: Reggae Night XXI with Beres Hammond, Steel Pulse, and Third World (KCRW Festival)

July 25: Rhapsody in Blue

July 27: Pictures at an Exhibition

July 28-29: Quincy Jones’ 90th-Birthday Tribute: A Musical Celebration

July 30: Everybody Rise! A Sondheim Celebration


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Are You Ready for a Summer at The Hollywood Bowl?

June 6, 2023 by Sponsored Post

We’re on the doorstep of summer and opening night at The Hollywood Bowl is just days away. The big question is, are you ready?

A little bit of planning goes a long way, so we want to prime you for the upcoming season by asking five key questions, starting with the most obvious.

Which Shows Do You Want to See?

There are more than six dozen performances/events presented by the LA Phil this summer at The Bowl, beginning with Janet Jackson and Ludacris on opening night (Jun 10). As we cast our gaze to the coming months, it all comes down to one word: preferences.

Perhaps you’ll grab a ticket for the The Game Awards 10–Year Concert (Jun 25), where the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and Tenacious D will pay tribute to the past decade of video game music while looking ahead to its future.

Or maybe it’s musicals that stir your soul. If so, you won’t want to miss Everybody Rise!, a Sondheim Celebration featuring a note-perfect selection of special guests (Jul 30).

Do you love all things Disney? Settle in for an evening of musical selections (and clips!) from Walt Disney Animation Studios (Aug 4-5)

Is an indie or rock vibe more your style? The 2023 KCRW Festival lineup includes Portugal. The Man and Chicano Batman (Aug 6), Maggie Rogers and Alvvays (Aug 13), My Morning Jacket and Fleet Foxes (Aug 20), and more.

In between and all throughout, you’ll find 20+ classical performances (plenty of chances to see Gustavo Dudamel), fan favorites like the Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival (June 17-18), the Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks (Aug 18-19), and movies with scores orchestrated live to screen, including 2001: A Space Odyssey (Aug 3), Star Wars Return of the Jedi in Concert (Sep 1-2), and a Sound of Music Sing-Along (Sep 16).

We know, it’s a lot to choose from. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Then again, that’s all part of the fun! Be sure to scan the complete summer schedule to see all your options.

How are you getting your tickets?

If you’re hyper focused on a single event, that’s one thing. But if you plan to attend multiple concerts this summer, don’t sleep on the advantages of ticket packages or a Hollywood Bowl subscription.

You reduce fees, guarantee the best seats possible, and in the case of the subscription package, you also get top priority to upgrade seats, free ticket exchanges, and special discounts at the The Bowl Store. Plus, the create-your-own (CYO) packages start as low as $15 per event.

Make sure you read up on all the advantages before you decide how to purchase.

What’s Your transportation plan?

Parking is limited at The Bowl. That’s just facts. And starting in 2023, Lot A (Blue), Lot B (Yellow), Lot C (Red), and Lot D (Green) will all be available for pre-purchase. That means parking can (and in many cases will) sell out in advance. Short story: Don’t drive to the venue without a spot reservation in advance.

Our humble advice? Either park and ride at one of multiple satellite lots ($7 if you pay in advance), or better yet, Go Metro.

If you ride the B Line into the Universal / Studio City Station or the Hollywood / Highland Station, you can grab a shuttle for free (normally $6) by showing your tap card or proof of fare. It definitely takes the stress out of getting to the event and puts the focus on where you want it: Having fun!

Whatever you choose, you’ll definitely want to plan in advance, so be sure to read the venue’s FAQ page on getting to and from an event.

Do You Know What You Can Bring?

Packing a picnic to enjoy before or during a performance is a staple of going to the Hollywood Bowl. But veteran attendees know there’s rules that apply for “lease events.” Namely, no alcohol is allowed.

Alternatively, for all L.A. Phil-presented events (including all mentioned above!), you’re permitted to bring wine bottles, wine glasses and beer bottles inside.

It’s a good reminder to read up on all the dos and don’ts of what to bring.

Who Do You Want To Take?

The final (and perhaps most important) question is one we can’t answer for you. But we do know this: The Hollywood Bowl is always better with friends, so grab a few, pick a date, and settle in for some world class entertainment performed in a setting unlike any in the world.

It’s going to be a great summer.


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