Oskar Eustis and L.A. theaters confront the end of nonprofit movement
He said the quiet part out loud. As the artistic director of New York’s Public Theater and one…
Dudamel’s Disney send-off became more than a mere party
When Gustavo Dudamel instructs the Los Angeles Philharmonic to stand at a curtain call, the players stand. He…
Photos: Gustavo Dudamel, L.A. Phil music director, honored at 2026 USC commencement ceremony
Fireworks and drones were part of the show as more than 18,000 degrees were awarded to the 2026…
Sacramento Ballet hires Tiit Helimets as artistic director
Tiit Helimets has been selected as Sacramento Ballet’s next artistic director. Erik Tomasson For acclaimed dancer Tiit Helimets,…
L.A. Phil first new season without Dudamel big and bold as ever
On Sunday, Aug. 23, Gustavo Dudamel will say his final goodbye to the Los Angeles Philharmonic as music…
Geffen Playhouse 2026-27 season: world and L.A. premieres
When Times theater critic Charles McNulty declared Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ Tony Award-winning play “Purpose” the best new drama of…
Photos: Ron Cunningham, Sacramento Ballet artistic director
Ron Cunningham, the artistic director of the Sacramento Ballet from 1988 to 2018, died Saturday after a long…
With theater in jeopardy, how are L.A.’s top companies performing?
The Los Angeles theater world underwent a historic leadership shift in 2023 when two artistic directors of color…
Five Questions for Improviser Kenn Adams of Synergy Theater | People
Julie Stein Synergy Theater artistic director Kenn Adams wants to change the perception of improv as short gag…
Director Cameron Watson brings the human touch to Skylight Theatre
Stage director Cameron Watson has one of the best batting averages in town. His productions of “The Sound…
The best of Los Angeles’ classical music scene in 2025
No one needs reminding that 2025 began in an L.A. aflame. Musicians didn’t escape the fires, especially in…
Capital Stage brings live performances to Sacramento’s Midtown
Capital Stage in Sacramento’s Midtown is ready to welcome audiences to its latest show opening on Wednesday. The…