Upcoming Events


Broadway Night Lights
Oct
12

Broadway Night Lights

In partnership with Broadway Night Lights, Grand Performances presents an unforgettable night of music in LA’s most historic theaters on Broadway in downtown Los Angeles.

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CHUCHO PONCE Y LOS DADDYS
Aug
24

CHUCHO PONCE Y LOS DADDYS

Born in Brooklyn, New York and based in his father’s hometown of Chinantla, Puebla, Chucho Ponce Los Daddy’s innovates the cumbia poblana sound infusing it with a hip-hop beatmaker sensibility.

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MADISON MCFERRIN
Aug
17

MADISON MCFERRIN

In partnership with MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles), Grand Performances presents the genre bending songstress Madison McFerrin, bringing her self-harmonizing blend of R&B, pop, soul and jazz to the stage.

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Listen to Music Outside at Sunset in Downtown LA
Aug
10

Listen to Music Outside at Sunset in Downtown LA

Listen to Music Outside in the Sunset at California Plaza (presented by dublab and Leaving Records) celebrates a local success story of public art made accessible by and for Los Angeles through dedicated collaboration between the city and its artist residents. Bring a picnic and gather with friends and family to enjoy the experimental and forward-looking sounds of this vibrant musical ecosystem.

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PRELUDE (CLASSICAL)
Aug
9

PRELUDE (CLASSICAL)

Join KUSC host Suraj Partha, along with talented students and alumni from the Colburn School of Music as we dive into electrifying classical performances in the GP amphitheater.

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CELIA CRUZ TRIBUTE Presented by Nance Arte Productions
Aug
3

CELIA CRUZ TRIBUTE Presented by Nance Arte Productions

Step into the electrifying world of Havana Secret as they pay homage to the unforgettable "Salsa Queen," Celia Cruz. Boasting a vibrant fusion of sounds from Mrs. Cruz's legendary west coast orchestra and Cuba's iconic dance bands, this musical extravaganza promises fresh, invigorating renditions of Celia's timeless hits under the spellbinding direction of Maestros Luis Eric Gonzalez and Sean Billings who were her last backing band.

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OKWY OSADEBE
Jul
27

OKWY OSADEBE

Eastern Nigeria created its highlife music style by the mid-1950s. Chief Osita Osadebe, the little man from across the great River Niger, was the widely recognized front man with appeal to his people and region with a unique and enchanting dance wave, swinging West Africa’s music scenes. His voice was brazen, rasp, yet seductive and curiously magnetic. Chief Osadebe thus, introduced a unique traditional folkloric sound of the River Niger waves with horns and guitar driven rhythms.

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DAYMÉ AROCENA
Jul
20

DAYMÉ AROCENA

In partnership wit De Los (LA Times) we are excited to present Daymé Arocena. Blending neo-soul singing, Afro-Caribbean beats, and modern pop, Daymé Arocena’s music is spiritually charged exploration of Afro-Latin grooves that seamlessly fuses tradition and innovation.

"A cross between Celia Cruz and Aretha Franklin" NPR’s Felix Contreras

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MARIACHI WOMEN’S FESTIVAL
Jul
13

MARIACHI WOMEN’S FESTIVAL

The 11th Annual International Mariachi Women's Festival at Grand Performances will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the trailblazing Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles and the 25th anniversary of the two-time Grammy winning Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea. Both groups have contributed to the preservation of Mexican mariachi music in the U.S.and have brought femininity, tradition and innovation to their unique interpretation of this predominantly male musical genre.

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PRELUDE (CLASSICAL)
Jul
12

PRELUDE (CLASSICAL)

Join KUSC host Solomon Reynolds, along with talented students and alumni from the Colburn School of Music as we dive into electrifying classical performances in the GP amphitheater.

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CALI SOUL JAM
Jun
29

CALI SOUL JAM

Join the Hello Stranger team alongside Grand Performances as we celebrate The Soul scene like no other at “Cali Soul Jam”

Some featured artists taking stage are true friends to the Soul scene and have been doing it right for many years. You will be serenaded by the voices of Andre Cruz & Chris Lujan, Joey Quinones, and Kelly Finnigan to name a few. Backed by some of the best musicians in the game along with our curated djs This will surely be a night to remember.

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MAX ROACH ‘The Drum Also Waltzes’ Centennial Celebration 
Jun
22

MAX ROACH ‘The Drum Also Waltzes’ Centennial Celebration 

Happy 100th Max! We’re honored to be celebrating the Centennial of the legendary Max Roach - virtuoso drummer, percussionist, bebop pioneer and a fierce advocate of change, with an All-Star lineup of 25+ of LA’s finest musicians, dancers, poets and artists.

“Jazz is a very democratic musical form. It comes out of a communal experience. We take our respective instruments and collectively create a thing of beauty.” Max Roach

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COLA Artist Fellows 2024
Jun
21

COLA Artist Fellows 2024

The City of Los Angeles (COLA) Individual Artist Fellowship by the DCA (Department of Cultural Affairs) allows accomplished artists to create new work with increased freedom to innovate and experiment in the disciplines of design, visual arts, literary arts, and performing arts.

Grand Performances presents live showcases by 2024 COLA Artist Fellows Sehba Sarwar, Dorian Wood, Gina Loring, Chris Wabich, and Jay Carlon.

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THE DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND
Jun
15

THE DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND

Hailing from New Orleans, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band has been at the forefront of the brass band revival for over four decades, blending traditional New Orleans brass band music with funk, bebop, and R&B influences. Don't miss your chance to witness their infectious energy, unparalleled musicianship, and the sheer joy they bring to every performance.

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SOULNIC LIVE
Jun
8

SOULNIC LIVE

SOULNIC Live celebrates the 40th anniversary of House music with a free, family-friendly special event at Grand Performances featuring DJs WeirdoWithSoul and Roxcizzle, plus a live performance by Tortured Soul.

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KCRW Summer Nights Presents iLe
Jun
1

KCRW Summer Nights Presents iLe

Kick-off Summer with KCRW presents iLe, the captivating Puerto Rican singer-songwriter, at Grand Performances on Saturday, June 1, 2024. Experience the mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Latin American sounds that have earned iLe critical acclaim and a Grammy Award. Don't miss this opportunity to witness her powerful vocals and emotionally resonant compositions, along with opening acts Mestizo Beat and DJ José Gálvan, in the heart of Los Angeles.

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From Backyards to Discotheques: The Evolution of LA DJ Culture
Oct
21

From Backyards to Discotheques: The Evolution of LA DJ Culture

As part of Grand Ave Arts: All Access, join us for a day of FREE family fun at Grand Performances, featuring “From Backyards to Discotheques: The Evolution of Los Angeles DJ Culture”, with live performances, interactive art installations, DJ’s, panel discussions, and more!

 

Schedule

DJ Set: 10-11am - Willy “GUILTY” Reyes

Panel: 11:10am-12:10pm – DJ speaker panel w/ moderator Gerard Meraz

DJ Set: 12:10pm-12:55pm - Domingo Encinas

DJ Set: 12:55-1:40pm - Sandy “PLAYGIRL MUSIQUE” Gonzales 

DJ Set: 1:40– 2:15pm - Tony G Gonzales 

Performance: 2:15–3:00pm - Mellow Man Ace/ Rodney O’

DJ Set: 3:00-4:00pm - Jack Monforte

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From Backyards to Discotheques features a panel comprised of avant-garde DJs and promoters who thrived in the early 80s, followed by live DJ vinyl sets from pioneers of LA's DJ subculture and live performances from guest artists.

Curated by Pablo Aguilar and Jack Monforte in conjunction with Grand Performances, the event will also feature Pablo Aguilar's “Lookout Weekend” 1984-1988 book preview and an 80s-inspired sound and lighting art installation.

Book Cover Design: Masaki Koike @phyxdesign.com


Live Performances by

Rodney O’ &

Mellow Man Ace


Moderated by Gerard Meraz

Panelists

  • Tony G Gonzales

  • Mando “Nemesis” Navarrete

  • Danny “Poison” Martinez

  • Sandra “Playgirl Musique” Gonzales

  • Domingo Encinas

  • William “Guilty” Reyes

DJ’s

  • Tony G Gonzales

  • Mando “Nemesis” Navarrete

  • Jack “Freedom” Monforte

  • Sandra “Playgirl Musique” Gonzales

  • Domingo Encinas

  • William “Guilty” Reyes

Vintage sound & lighting by Palace Palace/The Kidd

 

Art Installation

An interactive participatory exhibition entitled “Featuring the Lightz and Soundz of….”, celebrates the first 30 years of DJ culture focusing on the Chicano/a experience in Los Angeles, by Adrian Rivas. 

 

After Party

Afterparty at Hello Stranger, 7pm-2am

📍320 E. 2nd St. Los Angeles, CA 90012

Learn more about Hello Stranger


about grand ave arts: all access

On October 21 from 11am to 4pm, institutions along Grand Avenue open their doors to visitors of all ages for a day of free workshops, performances, tours, and interactive events. Explore art, music, dance, literature, and more: all events are free and open to the public, rain or shine.

Learn more about Grand Ave Arts All Access

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Changüí Majadero
Aug
27

Changüí Majadero

In partnership with the City of West Hollywood, Afro-Cuban band Changüí Majadero will bring their infectious Latin rhythms and intricate melodies for an incredible Sunday evening concert.

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Grupo Kual
Aug
26

Grupo Kual

Beloved cumbia band Grupo Kual (Mexico City) headlines Grand Performances' epic summer finale. Presented in partnership with Discos Rolas.

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Mark de Clive-Lowe presents Jazz in the House
Aug
19

Mark de Clive-Lowe presents Jazz in the House

Electronic jazz pioneer and pianist Mark de Clive-Lowe blends acoustic, electronic and world music exploring themes of belonging and identity. Equal parts jazz, house, hip hop and broken beat artist, Jazziz sums him up perfectly - "way before jazz hybridity became a worldwide phenomenon, de Clive-Lowe was busy designing its blueprint.”

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