Sunday, 24 November 2024

Now Playing: Wicked, John Legend, Andrea Bocelli

Andrea Bocelli
There's always something exciting happening in Los Angeles! From cultural events to superstar concerts, exciting nightlife and world-class sports, Discover LA is your go-to source for the latest and greatest in LA.

Now through Jan. 31, 2025, locals and visitors alike can take advantage of special offers such as free breakfast, free parking and a free third night to turn attending an event into an extended stay! With offers from dozens of premier properties across the city, the Now Playing hotel promotion makes it even more affordable to experience the best of the City of Angels.

Read on for highlights of coming attractions and book your stay today.

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Arts & Culture

Los Angeles is home to a world-class collection of museums and cultural attractions. Best of all, you can view masterpieces at LA museums for free! From automotive to natural history museums, read our guide to more than 20 of the best museums in LA with free admission.

Andrea Bocelli - Kia Forum (Dec. 8)
There’s not much that iconic Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli hasn’t achieved on stage - effortlessly traversing classical and pop genres, his voice brings an aura of sincerity, purity and light to everything it touches, endearing him to fans worldwide. Bocelli is one of those rare performers who has achieved “legend” status within their lifetime and, with little left to prove at age 66, won’t be touring forever, so this first-ever appearance at Kia Forum is a must-see.
L.A. County Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony - The Music Center (Dec. 2)
Yuletide Cinemaland: Home Alone Double Feature - Heritage Square (Dec. 7)
LA Harbor Holiday Boat Parade (Dec. 7)
Craft Contemporary Holiday Marketplace (Dec. 7-8)
Holiday Artist Mercado - La Plaza de Cultura y Artes (Dec. 8)

FREE MUSEUMS

Theatre

From local independent theaters to Broadway blockbusters, there is no better city in the country to experience live theatre than Los Angeles. For a roundup of current and upcoming productions, visit the Discover LA Theatre page.

Wicked
Wicked - Pantages Theatre (Dec. 4, 2024 - Feb. 2, 2025)
The Tony Award-winning Wicked takes flight once again at the Hollywood Pantages! Featuring the signature "Defying Gravity," Wicked tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz and has captivated audiences around the world with its wildly inventive tale and stunning production. Performances begin on Wednesday, December 4 and run through Feb. 2, 2025.
La Virgen de Guadalupe, Dios Inantzin - Latino Theater Co. (Dec. 6-7)
Groundlings Roasting on an Open Fire (Dec. 6)
BODYTRAFFIC - The Wallis (Dec. 6-7)
Musicals of the 1980s - Odyssey Theatre (Dec. 7)
Searching for Me in All the Wrong Places - Zephyr Theatre (Dec. 8)

THEATRE EVENTS

Concerts

The week of December 2, Los Angeles concerts feature artists in all chapters of their careers, from K-pop sensations Kiss of Life to pillars of their genres like hip-hop legend KRS-One and former teen popper Debbie Gibson; and legends like singer/actress Cher and the farewell tour of hugely successful Mexican grupera band Los Temerarios. Whether you're checking out the hottest up-and-comers or saying farewell to one of the soundtracks of your life, there's a show for you in LA this December.

A John Legend Christmas - YouTube Theater (Dec. 3)
John Legend has achieved almost every imaginable career accolade, including being the first African American man to join the exclusive EGOT club, having won Emmy, GRAMMY, Oscar and Tony Awards. Released in August, Legend's latest album My Favorite Dream is his first foray into children’s music; but the current “A John Legend Christmas” tour revisits 2018’s A Legendary Christmas collection, comprising heartwarming holiday hits performed alongside a four-piece band, segued with revealing stories from his glittering career.
Kiss of Life - The Novo (Dec. 3-4)
Debbie Gibson: Winterlicious - The Bourbon Room (Dec. 5-7)
iHeartRadio Jingle Ball - Intuit Dome (Dec. 6)
The Aquabats! 30 Year Celebration - The Glass House (Dec. 6-7)
Los Temerarios - BMO Stadium (Dec. 8)

THE LA SETLIST

Family

Whether you’re looking for educational activities, entertainment, or just want to enjoy the great outdoors, LA has it all - and it’s at your fingertips all year long. Here’s a look at top family-friendly and super fun things to do in the City of Angels.

Debbie Allen's Hot Chocolate Nutcracker 
Debbie Allen's Hot Chocolate Nutcracker (Dec. 5-8)
The Debbie Allen Dance Academy presents Debbie Allen's Hot Chocolate Nutcracker at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center! Debbie Allen has taken the ballet classic and given it fresh, new context with lively characters, new music by industry legends, diverse choreography, spectacular aerial arts and state-of-the-art projection to create an immersive, vibrant and memorable theater experience for all ages.
Dinner with Santa - The Music Center (Dec. 2)
Merry Memories with Santa - Baldwin Hills Crenshaw (Dec. 2-24)
Inventors Day - Central Library (Dec. 7)
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World in 3D - Academy Museum (Dec. 7)
Sarah Mlynowski & Charlotte Offsay: A Hanukkah Book Party - Children's Book World (Dec. 7)

FAMILY FRIENDLY LA

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