David Byrne takes the Hollywood Bowl stage Saturday night with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, bringing his restless creative energy to one of the city’s most iconic outdoor spaces. Across the same three days, LA’s venues host everything from Avenged Sevenfold’s arena metal to Noname’s introspective rap, Beauty and the Beast’s theatrical grandeur to Brad Mehldau’s jazz sophistication—a weekend where the scale and mood shift with each venue you walk into.
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- David Byrne & Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl
- Brad Mehldau at the Orpheum Theatre
- Courtney Barnett at the Hollywood Palladium
- Joey Bada$$ at the Blue Note Los Angeles
- Noname at the Fonda Theatre
- Beauty and the Beast at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre
- Avenged Sevenfold & Good Charlotte at BMO Stadium
- Lost 80’s Live at the Greek Theatre
- Arsenio Rodriguez Project: Tribute to Buena Vista Social Club at Catalina Jazz Club
- Lucha VaVoom at the Mayan Theatre
David Byrne & Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl
Sat, Aug 29, 8:00 PM · Hollywood Bowl · from $42
The Talking Heads visionary collaborates with the LA Philharmonic for a rare orchestral evening, blending his art-rock sensibility with classical arrangements. Byrne’s unpredictable approach to songwriting and performance makes this a singular event, not a standard rock-orchestra pairing. Expect inventive arrangements of his catalog alongside new material.
Brad Mehldau at the Orpheum Theatre
Fri, Aug 28, 8:00 PM · Orpheum Theatre – Los Angeles · from $49
The virtuosic pianist brings his genre-defying approach to jazz standards and original compositions to a mid-sized venue built for intimate acoustic performance. Mehldau’s technical mastery and harmonic adventurousness have made him one of the most respected voices in contemporary jazz. This is a chance to hear a master musician in a room where every note lands.
Courtney Barnett at the Hollywood Palladium
Sat, Aug 29, 7:00 PM · Hollywood Palladium · from $15
The Australian indie-rock songwriter brings her wry, observational lyrics and jangly guitar work to a mid-sized rock venue. Barnett’s deadpan delivery and sharp songwriting have earned her a devoted following across indie and alternative circles. Her live shows balance introspection with infectious energy.
Joey Bada$$ at the Blue Note Los Angeles
Sat, Aug 29, 7:00 PM · Blue Note Los Angeles · from $176
The Brooklyn rapper and Pro Era founder brings his introspective, boom-bap-influenced hip-hop to an intimate jazz club setting. Joey Bada$$’s lyricism and production taste have positioned him as one of the more thoughtful voices in contemporary rap. This smaller venue format allows for a more direct connection with the artist.
Noname at the Fonda Theatre
Sat, Aug 29, 9:00 PM · The Fonda Theatre · from $56
The Chicago rapper and singer delivers her poetic, jazz-inflected hip-hop to a mid-sized theater known for hosting alternative and indie acts. Noname’s introspective approach and genre-blending production have made her one of the most innovative voices in rap. Her live performances balance vulnerability with commanding stage presence.
Beauty and the Beast at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre
Fri, Aug 28, 8:00 PM · Hollywood Pantages Theatre – CA · from $71
Disney’s beloved musical brings its lavish production design and soaring orchestral arrangements to one of LA’s most ornate historic theaters. The show’s blend of romance, humor, and spectacle has made it a perennial favorite across multiple generations. The Pantages’ gilded interior amplifies the theatrical grandeur.
Avenged Sevenfold & Good Charlotte at BMO Stadium
Sun, Aug 30, 6:00 PM · BMO Stadium · from $124
Two of rock and metal’s most enduring acts share a stadium bill, bringing arena-scale production and decades of hits to an outdoor venue. Avenged Sevenfold’s technical metal prowess and Good Charlotte’s pop-punk hooks represent two distinct flavors of rock energy. This is a high-energy evening for fans of both bands’ catalogs.
Lost 80’s Live at the Greek Theatre
Sun, Aug 30, 6:00 PM · Greek Theatre – Los Angeles CA · from $32
Big Country, The Vapors, and Oingo Boingo reunite for a nostalgic evening celebrating the new wave and post-punk sounds of the 1980s. Each band brings distinctive energy—Big Country’s anthemic bagpipes, The Vapors’ synth-pop hooks, and Oingo Boingo’s theatrical intensity. The Greek Theatre’s outdoor setting complements the celebratory mood.
Arsenio Rodriguez Project: Tribute to Buena Vista Social Club at Catalina Jazz Club
Sat, Aug 29, 8:30 PM · Catalina Jazz Club · from $80
A tribute to the legendary Cuban ensemble, performed in an intimate jazz club setting that honors the music’s roots in live, conversational performance. The Buena Vista Social Club’s timeless arrangements and warm instrumentation translate beautifully to smaller rooms. This is an evening of sophisticated, groove-oriented Latin jazz.
Lucha VaVoom at the Mayan Theatre
Fri, Aug 28, 8:00 PM · Mayan Theatre – CA · from $123
A theatrical blend of Mexican lucha libre wrestling, burlesque, comedy, and live music creates an unpredictable, high-energy spectacle. Lucha VaVoom has built a devoted following by refusing easy categorization—it’s part athletic performance, part cabaret, part comedy show. The Mayan Theatre’s ornate interior amplifies the theatrical absurdity.
Tickets for most of these events are available now, and booking early is recommended for the larger venues and theatrical productions. Check dates and start times carefully, as shows span Friday evening through Sunday afternoon across multiple neighborhoods.
