Tag: 2024
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Marat Daukayev Nutcracker
This is a lease event. Luckman discounts do not apply. Marat Daukayev’s The Nutcracker is a holiday classic that will enchant audiences of all ages. Witness the magic unfold as young, talented dancers bring Tchaikovsky’s beloved score to life. From the fierce battle between mice and soldiers to the ethereal beauty of the Snow Queen,…
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The Kingdom Choir
Past Event This event took place on November 16, 2024. London’s The Kingdom Choir first attracted the world’s attention when they performed their show-stopping performance of Stand By Me in front of a worldwide television audience of over two billion at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in May 2018. Since then,…
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Michael Feinstein
Past Event This event took place on October 4, 2024. Michael Feinstein brings to life Big Band Celebrations and the Tony Bennett legacy. Supported by the Carnegie Hall Ensemble and the Luckman Jazz Orchestra, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.…
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Sinks
Past Exhibition This exhibition closed on February 15, 2025. In Los Angeles, as elsewhere in the United States, communities of color are often the populations most vulnerable to the toxic effects of industrial waste and soil contamination. Sinks: Places We Call Home highlights the environmental disparities created by manufacturing sites in two communities located near Self…
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María José Llergo
https://theluckman.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/MJL-1080-with-subtitles.mov Andalucian singer and composer María José Llergo’s voice captivates with its evocative beauty, emotional depth, and powerful authenticity. She delivers powerful performances that blend traditional flamenco with contemporary influences. Her ability to convey raw emotion through her singing and stage presence draws the audience into her world, making each moment feel both intimate and…
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Jenny and the Mexicats
Past Event This event took place on September 21, 2024. Known for breaking down borders with their musical ingenuity, Jenny and the Mexicats, previously known as Pachucos y la Princesa, is a multicultural band composed of trumpeter and singer Jenny Ball, Spanish percussionist David González Bernardos, and Mexican string players Pantera (Alfonso Acosta) on guitar and…
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Glassworks
Past Event This event took place on August 17, 2024. A captivating new production choreographed by Raiford Rogers, set to the entrancing sounds of the Philip Glass masterpiece, “Glassworks.” The landmark composition serves as the heartbeat of this innovative ballet performed by Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet. Pianist Hui Wu brings the music to life with…
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Esperanza Spalding
Past Event This event took place on August 1, 2024. Emphasizing the simplicity and intimacy of her voice, bass, and songs, in this special configuration of 2 musicians and 2 dancers, Esperanza performs songs from all 8 of her previous albums, songs from current releases, plus a special preview of her forthcoming project. Esperanza Spalding (a.k.a.…
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Sculpted Light
Past Exhibition This exhibition closed on August 19, 2024. Sculpted Light bridges the distance between architectural design, lighting engineering, and contemporary art, offering viewers an immersive experience that foregrounds light, color, and form. The exhibition features several distinctive bodies of work by Brian Zamora, including Color Wheel, New Lighting Devices, and the premiere of his latest series, Flowers for…
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Paula Cole
Past Event This event took place on April 26, 2024. GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter and producer Paula Cole makes her Luckman debut as part of her 2024 tour in support of her new album, Lo, her first album of original compositions in five years. An evening showcasing tracks from the acclaimed new release as well as…
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Madeleine Peyroux
Past Event This event took place on March 16, 2024. Madeleine Peyroux is one of the most prominent voices in contemporary jazz music. She returns to The Luckman with her full arsenal of delicately sultry compositions and renditions. With hits such as “Careless Love” and “Don’t Wait Too Long,” she has earned her spot among…
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Spooky Action at a Distance
Past Exhibition This exhibition closed on April 6, 2024. Spooky Action at a Distance explores the intersections of migration, labor, and urban life. Incorporating paintings and prints on found surfaces, the works reflect on the fabric of the city, presenting narratives of resistance, resilience, and existence. Another integral part of the exhibition is a series…
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María José Llergo
Past Event This event took place on March 10, 2024. Maria José Llergo‘s hauntingly beautiful voice and deep emotional connection to her music have captivated audiences and earned her widespread recognition. Singing about love, sadness, and social struggles, her stunning voice twists and turns through atmospheric and captivating soundscapes. With a remarkable ability to blend…
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Bernadette Peters
Past Event This event took place on March 9, 2024. Throughout her illustrious career, the legendary Bernadette Peters has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage, in film, on television, in concert, and on recordings. She has garnered numerous accolades including three Tony Awards, a Golden Globe, three Emmy nominations, four Grammy nominations,…
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Judy Collins
Past Event This event took place on March 2, 2024. Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her…
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The Night Shift
The Night Shift A finalist in the 2023 John Lion New Plays Festival, this play was selected for a full production in our 2023-24 season. Written by Kaitlyn Avila (MFA in TVFT/Writing Option, ’25) Guest Directed by Susan Dalian Venue: The Intimate Theatre at the Luckman Theatre Complex Performance Dates: March 14-16, 20-22 at 7:30pm and March 17 &…
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La Santa Cecilia
Past Event This event took place on February 24 & 25, 2024. GRAMMY® Award-winning La Santa Cecilia exemplifies the modern-day creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock, and global music. The band is known for drawing inspiration from all over the world, seamlessly interweaving cumbia, bossa nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz, and klezmer. Their unique sounds…
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Taj Mahal & Sona Jobarteh
Past Event This event took place on February 24, 2024. Taj Mahal is a towering musical figure — a legend who transcended the blues not by leaving them behind, but by revealing their magnificent scope to the world. Quantifying the 77-year-old’s significance is impossible, but people try anyway. A 2017 Grammy win for TajMo, Taj’s…
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Compañía Nacional de Danza de España
Past Event This event took place on February 15, 2024. Compañía Nacional de Danza de España stands among the world’s most prestigious and innovative dance ensembles, celebrated internationally for the artistry, precision, and passion of its dancers and its creative team. Based in Madrid, the company has spent more than 45 years championing Spanish dance…
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Sing and Swing
Past Event This event took place on February 3, 2024. For over three decades, the iconic New York City institution Jazz at Lincoln Center has shared the distinctly American art form with audiences in nearly 450 cities and more than 40 countries. The ensemble returns to The Luckman with their new production, Sing & Swing,…