By Serenity Logan By Serenity Logan | January 28, 2025 | Lifestyle, Calendar, Events, Art, Entertainment, Community, Apple News, Guides,
Actor and singer Kelli O’Hara will appear in concert with the LA Opera Orchestra on Feb. 1 at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. PHOTO BY SEAN ZANNI/ GETTY IMAGES
2/1
KELLI O’HARA IN CONCERT
Don’t miss this one-night-only performance from Kelli O’Hara, accompanied by the LA Opera Orchestra. Known for her triumphs at the MET and on Broadway, O’Hara makes her company debut with a selection of beloved show tunes. 7:30 p.m., Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Downtown Los Angeles, laopera.org
2/5-8
THE GREAT YES, THE GREAT NO
In a blend of theater, Greek chorus and chamber opera, this production merges history and fiction in a vivid visual journey crafted by Phala Ookeditse Phala, Nhlanhla Mahlangu and William Kentridge. 7:30 p.m., Bram Goldsmith Theater at The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Arts, Beverly Hills, thewallis.org
2/6-7
FOSTER THE PEOPLE
Enjoy an exhilarating evening as the Grammy-nominated trio Foster the People energizes the L.A. crowd with their indie-pop sound and dynamic stage presence. 7:00 p.m., Hollywood Palladium, Hollywood, concerts.livenation.com
Opening 2/8
ROMANCE REIMAGINED
Explore this captivating collection of 18th-century contemporary Romanticism, showcasing artworks from Europe and the United States inspired by nature, noble creatures and imagined histories. The Autry Museum of the American West, Griffith Park, theautry.org
Opening 2/9
ALICE COLTRANE, MONUMENT ETERNAL
Delve into the multifaceted life of an iconic jazz musician, devotional leader and cultural icon. The exhibition, part of “The Year of Alice,” explores themes from spiritual transcendence to architectural intimacy through never-before-seen media. Hammer Museum, Westwood Village, hammer.ucla.edu
Explore Alice Coltrane, Monumental Eternal at the Hammer Museum, documenting the musician’s storied career; PHOTO BY HOZUMI NAKADAIRA
Opening 2/14
RETROSPECT: 50 YEARS AT THE NORTON SIMON MUSEUM
This exhibition reflects on five decades of art, education and community at the Norton Simon Museum, from its evolution to its extensive contributions to art and culture. Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena, nortonsimon.org
2/14-21
TYLER THE CREATOR WITH LIL YACHTY
Watch Grammy Award-winner Tyler the Creator as he brings his latest album, Chromokopia, to life, lyrically showcasing life’s complexities. Joining him are Lil Yachty and Paris Texas for an unforgettable night of musical artistry. 6:30 p.m.,Crypto.com Arena, Downtown Los Angeles, cryptoarena.com
2/19-23
LA ART SHOW
Discover a premier art experience featuring over 100 galleries, museums and nonprofit organizations from around the globe, including LICHT FELD Gallery, Gama Gallery and Olivia Connelly Gallery—showcasing works that reflect Los Angeles’ cultural prominence. LA Convention Center South Hall, Downtown Los Angeles, laartshow.com
Jane Morris’ “Nikoleta Sekulovic” (2024, acrylic and oil stick on linen) will be on view at the Rebecca Hossack Gallery during this year’s LA Art Show; PHOTO COURTESY OF LA ART SHOW AND THE ARTIST
2/20-23
FRIEZE LOS ANGELES
Frieze Los Angeles returns for the sixth time with exhibitions from over 100 local and international galleries, including Hauser & Wirth, David Kordansky Gallery and more. This year will bring back Focus, curated by Essence Harden, nurturing some of today’s new galleries and artistic voices. Santa Monica Airport, Santa Monica, frieze.com
Opening 2/26
TOPDOG/UNDERDOG
Experience Suzan-Lori Parks’ Pulitzer Prize-winning dark comedy, an enthralling play about two brothers navigating life’s struggles and ultimately discovering their fate. Pasadena Playhouse, Pasadena, pasadenaplayhouse.org
Photography by: SEAN ZANNI/ GETTY IMAGES