Things Happening on The Music Center Campus Tickets & Free Events

Margarita Xirgu has spent half her acting career in exile, mourning Federico García Lorca, the dear friend whom she couldn’t convince to flee Franco’s reign of terror. Lorca was once on the verge of writing his way into a new Golden Age in Spain. But dictators have no use for poets.

Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados leads this major company premiere. Grammy winner Osvaldo Golijov’s dramatic, flamenco-inspired score meets a poignant libretto by David Henry Hwang in what the LA Times calls “one of the most moving and meaningful operas of our time.” Ana María Martínez takes center stage as Lorca’s muse Margarita Xirgu, recounting the poet’s life and his last days in the Spanish Civil War. Daniela Mack steps into the role of Federico García Lorca, the man whose pen proved just as dangerous as any pistol.

Winner of three Tony Awards® and the Olivier Award for Best Play, Life of Pi is an unforgettable, epic tale of adventure and “an exhilarating evening of theater” (The Wall Street Journal).

Lolita Chakrabarti’s dazzling stage adaptation of Yann Martel’s best-selling novel (over 15 million copies sold) is a worldwide phenomenon and opened to critical acclaim on Broadway and the West End and is now captivating audiences around the globe.

With its larger-than-life journey of faith, hope and perseverance, Life of Pi speaks to every generation and “gives new life to Broadway” (The Today Show).

Told with jaw-dropping visuals, world class, innovative puppetry and exquisite stagecraft, the Broadway and West End sensation Life of Pi creates a visually breathtaking journey that will leave you filled with awe and joy.

Experience big performances on a more intimate scale when musicians from the LA Phil perform chamber music in small ensembles. Come early and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine before the performance, starting at 6:30pm.

Renowned French conductor Ludovic Morlot leads music by Ravel and Granados that captures the spirit of Spanish dances. Seth Parker Woods, the cellist who is “quickly becoming a groundbreaking new-music star in both the avant-garde and pop worlds” (Los Angeles Times), joins the LA Phil for the world premiere of Julia Adolphe’s new concerto.

These 45-minute interactive Los Angeles Philharmonic concerts introduce young audiences to symphonic music. Before each concert, families are invited to participate in hands-on arts workshops.

This concert is recommended for children ages 5 to 11.

Get in the groove at The Music Center's On the Record: Vinyl Fair in DTLA! Dig through a curated record sale featuring over 16 vendors with a variety of genres, artists and pricing. While you build your collection, vibe to live DJ sets, immerse yourself in a restorative sound bath, join a storytelling lounge and much more!

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The Music Center's On the Record: Vinyl Fair is co-created through the Partner Network Initiative and would not be possible without members  Arts for LA, Dance Resource Center, KCRW, LA Commons, LAUSD Arts Education Branch, South Gate Museum & Art Gallery and Dexter Story.

Cameron Carpenter, a celebrated gamechanger in the world of organ, performs an extravagant program where "everything he touches turns fantastical and memorable" (The New York Times).

Boz Scaggs’ mix of rock, blues, and R&B—not to mention his love of heart-aching ballads—made him a star in the 1970s. His dedication to exploring the worlds of jazz, southern rock, and more has made him a popular live act ever since. Don’t miss this chance to see the singer of hits like “Lido Shuffle,” the Grammy-winning “Lowdown,” and the tender “We’re All Alone” in the intimate environment of Walt Disney Concert Hall. 

Experience the power, passion and sheer physicality of Complexions Contemporary Ballet, where breathtaking movement meets unbridled emotion. Founded by master choreographer Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet is known for its exhilarating blend of classical precision; bold, athletic energy; and technical brilliance. With Retro Suite, the company takes audiences on a high-energy ride through some of its most unforgettable works and also shines the light on For Crying Out Loud, a raw unfiltered work set to U2’s album “Songs of Surrender.” Sixteen dancers move as one, illuminating the stage with energy and purpose. The result is a radiant, soul-stirring performance that touches the heart and sparks hope.

Boz Scaggs’ mix of rock, blues, and R&B—not to mention his love of heart-aching ballads—made him a star in the 1970s. His dedication to exploring the worlds of jazz, southern rock, and more has made him a popular live act ever since. Don’t miss this chance to see the singer of hits like “Lido Shuffle,” the Grammy-winning “Lowdown,” and the tender “We’re All Alone” in the intimate environment of Walt Disney Concert Hall. 

Experience the power, passion and sheer physicality of Complexions Contemporary Ballet, where breathtaking movement meets unbridled emotion. Founded by master choreographer Dwight Rhoden and the legendary Desmond Richardson, Complexions Contemporary Ballet is known for its exhilarating blend of classical precision; bold, athletic energy; and technical brilliance. With Retro Suite, the company takes audiences on a high-energy ride through some of its most unforgettable works and also shines the light on For Crying Out Loud, a raw unfiltered work set to U2’s album “Songs of Surrender.” Sixteen dancers move as one, illuminating the stage with energy and purpose. The result is a radiant, soul-stirring performance that touches the heart and sparks hope.