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Famous for his award-winning Broadway shows, the leading choreographer has also helped make the story ballet cool again.

Los Angeles new-music group Wild Up has taken an active role in the Eastman revival, which has proved anything but straightforward.

Composer and percussionist Tyler Eschendal has created a deeply personal show that carries a message of empathy and understanding.

For her new album, Root Progressions, Cheng commissioned six composers to write music that goes beyond genres and idioms.

The Bird of a Thousand Voices is touring the West Coast in a concert version, but a larger staged production waits in the wings.

The production is silly fun, but the cast’s singing and James Conlon’s music direction are serious standouts.

The Polish-Soviet composer has more of his work revived in a Recovered Voices concert at the Colburn School.

The ensemble’s anniversary gala will showcase Doug Aitken’s Lightscape and the recently founded Youth Chorus LA.

Gustavo Dudamel’s interpretation may be more controlled now, but it still has youthful dash and vigor.

The orchestra’s schedule for 2025–2026 is partly a tribute to its beloved outgoing music and artistic director.