Aerosmith taking over the Hollywood Bowl on the first Sunday of November sets a stadium-rock tone, then the Ahmanson and Pantages open the Broadway season the same afternoon with The Music Man and The Who’s Tommy. Within a few days the bill swings from Dorothy Chandler opera to Walt Disney Concert Hall and back to Hollywood’s comedy rooms.
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- Aerosmith & Friends at the Hollywood Bowl
- The Who’s Tommy at the Hollywood Pantages
- The Music Man at the Ahmanson Theatre
- Carmen at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
- Los Angeles Philharmonic at Walt Disney Concert Hall
- Mya at Blue Note Los Angeles
- KRS-One at The Novo
- The Chicks at the Dolby Theatre
- Deon Cole at The Lab at Hollywood Improv
- Dixson at Blue Note Los Angeles
- Todd Rundgren at The Wiltern
Aerosmith & Friends at the Hollywood Bowl
Sun, Nov 1, 6:30 PM · Hollywood Bowl · from $257
Aerosmith are one of the defining American hard rock bands, and this Hollywood Bowl night brings them back to a classic outdoor amphitheatre. Expect the hits and a bigger-than-club sense of occasion under the stars.
The Who’s Tommy at the Hollywood Pantages
Sun, Nov 1, 1:00 PM · Hollywood Pantages Theatre – CA · from $65
Pete Townshend’s rock opera about a boy who retreats into a silent, sightless world has been a Broadway and touring staple for decades. Its mix of Who anthems and theatrical staging makes it a strong first afternoon out.
The Music Man at the Ahmanson Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 1:00 PM · Ahmanson Theatre · from $34
Meredith Willson’s 1957 musical about a con man who sells a town on a boys’ band is a classic of the American stage. The Ahmanson’s big proscenium suits its brass-driven numbers and ensemble choreography.
Carmen at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · Dorothy Chandler Pavilion · from $732
Bizet’s tragic opera about a fiery cigarette worker and the soldier who falls for her is among the most performed works in the repertoire. The Los Angeles Opera staging at the Dorothy Chandler is a good way to see grand opera in a major hall.
Los Angeles Philharmonic at Walt Disney Concert Hall
Sun, Nov 1, 2:00 PM · Walt Disney Concert Hall · from $39
The Philharmonic’s Seasons of America programme plays in Frank Gehry’s celebrated concert hall, one of the city’s most recognisable buildings. It is a good pick for listeners who want orchestral sound in an acoustically striking room.
Mya at Blue Note Los Angeles
Sun, Nov 1, 7:00 PM · Blue Note Los Angeles · from $145
Mya rose to fame in the late 1990s with hits that shaped R&B and pop, and she remains a respected voice in the genre. Blue Note’s intimate room suits a set built around her soulful catalogue.
KRS-One at The Novo
Sun, Nov 1, 8:00 PM · The Novo · from $19
KRS-One is a foundational figure in hip-hop, a Boogie Down Productions founder and one of the genre’s most outspoken veterans. The Novo’s standing-room floor makes for an energetic, close-up night.
The Chicks at the Dolby Theatre
Sun, Nov 1, 8:30 PM · Dolby Theatre · from $168
The Chicks are one of country music’s most celebrated groups, known for big harmonies and sharp songwriting. The Dolby Theatre, home of the Oscars, is a striking venue for their show.
Deon Cole at The Lab at Hollywood Improv
Sun, Nov 1, 9:00 PM · The Lab At Hollywood Improv · from $74
Deon Cole is a stand-up and television performer known for observational, pointed humour. The Lab’s small room keeps the set intimate and the laughs close.
Dixson at Blue Note Los Angeles
Mon, Nov 2, 7:00 PM · Blue Note Los Angeles · from $60
Dixson brings R&B and soul to Blue Note’s listening-room setting, a good fit for an evening of smooth vocals over a close table. Check the room’s seating before you book.
Todd Rundgren at The Wiltern
Mon, Nov 2, 7:00 PM · The Wiltern · from $45
Todd Rundgren is a veteran songwriter and producer whose career runs from psychedelic pop to progressive rock. His Wiltern date offers a chance to hear a musician with a long and varied catalogue.
Dates and prices shift as shows are added, so check the listing before you travel. Booking early is wise for the Hollywood Bowl and the big Broadway runs.
