hollywood bowl 2016 season brochure
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ShakespeareA T T H E B O W L
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MIRGA CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN & RAVELMirga Gražinyte-Tyla, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, pianoLos Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director
BEETHOVEN Leonore Overture No. 3 BEETHOVEN Choral FantasyRAVEL Mother Goose Suite RAVEL Daphnis and Chloé Suite No. 2
Exhilarating power and sensuous grace meet when the LA Phil’s charismatic Associate Conductor pairs Beethoven and Ravel.
JUL 26
DUDAMEL & LANG LANGGustavo Dudamel, conductor Lang Lang, piano
TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1RIMSKY-KORSAKOV Scheherazade
Gustavo Dudamel launches the Bowl’s classical season with the passionate glories of Tchaikovsky – joined by superstar pianist Lang Lang – and the Russian drama of Rimsky-Korsakov.
JUL 12
STRAUSS & KREISLERMiguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor Martin Chalifour, violin
J. STRAUSS Emperor WaltzJ. STRAUSS Thunder and Lightning PolkaKREISLER Selections for violin and orchestraR. STRAUSS Ein Heldenleben
Celebrating Principal Concertmaster Martin Chalifour’s 20th season at the Bowl, this program features him performing favorites on Fritz Kreisler's own Strad. And the opulent sound of the horn is featured in luxurious music by Richard Strauss.
SEP 6
MAGICAL MOZARTAndrew Manze, conductor Arabella Steinbacher, violin
All-MOZART Don Giovanni Overture Violin Concerto No. 5 Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”
Mozart could do it all, as this program of magical masterpieces demonstrates: a dramatic opera overture, a dazzling concerto and the magnifi cent pinnacle of his symphonies.
AUG 9
BEETHOVEN’S FIFTHJoana Carneiro, conductorGil Shaham, violin
KORNGOLD Violin ConcertoBEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5
One of the world’s greatest virtuosos delivers the rich Romanticism of Hollywood legend Erich Wolfgang Korngold, followed by the most famous symphony ever written.
AUG 23
A HANDEL CELEBRATIONNicholas McGegan, conductor Susan Graham, mezzo-soprano Los Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director
All-HANDEL program to include: Opera arias, “Hallelujah” Chorus, Water Music Suite No. 2, Royal Fireworks Music and much more!
Nicholas McGegan celebrates the 20th anniversary of his Bowl debut with a festive survey of Handel masterworks: stirring anthems, dramatic arias and nimble orchestral dances.
AUG 16
SHAKESPEARE AT THE BOWLBramwell Tovey, conductor Shakespeare’s Globe
KORNGOLD Much Ado About Nothing SuiteSCHMITT Antoine et Cleopatre Suite No. 1BERLIOZ Roméo et Juliette: “Queen Mab” ScherzoTCHAIKOVSKY Romeo and Juliet
All’s well that’s Bramwell in this celebration of the Bard, a collaboration with Shakespeare’s Globe in honor of his death 400 years ago. You’ll revel in classic scenes acted out, and you’ll hear music inspired by the timeless plays.
AUG 30
FRENCH MASTERSLudovic Morlot, conductorGautier Capuçon, cello
FAURÉ Masques et bergamasquesSAINT-SAËNS Cello Concerto No. 1 RAVEL Rapsodie espagnoleRAVEL La valse
Two celebrated French artists share with the audience glorious gems by quintessentially Gallic masters for an evening of classics that’s très magnifi que!
SEP 13
WEST SIDE STORYBased on a Conception of Jerome RobbinsBook by Arthur Laurents
Music by Leonard BernsteinLyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Additional artists to be announced
In a concert performance conducted by Gustavo Dudamel, this poignant, provocative and emotionally powerful musical takes us back to the mid-1950s and New York’s Upper West Side, where racial and social tensions run high. Hear many of Bernstein’s most famous songs: “Maria,” “America,” “Somewhere,” and “Tonight.”
JUL 19
DUDAMEL & MUSIC OF LATIN AMERICAGustavo Dudamel, conductorAngel Romero, guitar
PIAZZOLLA TangazoSCHIFRIN Concierto de la Amistad (world premiere)VILLA-LOBOS Bachianas brasileiras No. 2PIAZZOLLA Selection of tangos
Gustavo Dudamel accents the colors, rhythms, and passion of music by leading composers from Brazil and Argentina in this invigorating evening under the stars.
AUG 2
CLASSICAL TUESDAYSThe Los Angeles Philharmonic performs with Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, guest conductors and virtuosic soloists.
TU1 5 TUESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM TU2 5 TUESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM
GAUTIER CAPUÇON
LANG LANG
GUSTAVO DUDAMEL
WESTSIDESTORY
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COPLAND & MARSALISCristian Macelaru, conductor Nicola Benedetti, violin
COPLAND An Outdoor OvertureMARSALIS Violin Concerto (West Coast premiere, LA Phil co-commission)COPLAND Symphony No. 3
A rising star is featured in a major new work by Wynton Marsalis, which draws on a rich, eclectic palette (orchestral, folk, jazz, blues, etc.) refl ecting our country’s melting pot, in this vivid and stirring all-American program.
JUL 28
CINEMATIC SOUNDSBramwell Tovey, conductor Mari Samuelsen, violin Håkon Samuelsen, cello
HERRMANN Vertigo: Scène d’AmourHORNER Pas de DeuxBERNSTEIN On the Waterfront (Symphonic Suite from the fi lm)GERSHWIN Shall We Dance: Finale and Coda
Bramwell Tovey leads a dazzling program of music by fi lm composers, with a new double concerto from the late James Horner played by the Norwegian brother/sister duo that commissioned it.
AUG 25
L.A. DANCESLudovic Morlot, conductorAte9 • BODYTRAFFIC • L.A. Dance Project
Adam SCHOENBERG Bounce WOHL Replicate (Part 2) (world premiere, LA Phil commission)SALONEN HelixSTRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring
Ludovic Morlot leads the LA Phil in an exciting evening of dance featuring three dynamic L.A. dance companies which will bring to life the works of three outstanding L.A.-based composers. The powerful rhythms of Stravinsky’s Rite complete the program.
SEP 8
BEETHOVEN & SCHUBERTAndrew Manze, conductor Francesco Piemontesi, piano
BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 4SCHUBERT Symphony No. 9, “Great C-major”
Two pillars of the Viennese Romantic repertory under the summer sky: it doesn’t get more “classic” than this! Adding to the excitement is the Bowl debut of much-awarded Swiss pianist Francesco Piemontesi, BBC Music magazine’s Newcomer of 2012.
AUG 11
WEST SIDE STORYBased on a Conception of Jerome RobbinsBook by Arthur Laurents
Music by Leonard BernsteinLyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Additional artists to be announced
In a concert performance conducted by Gustavo Dudamel, this poignant, provocative and emotionally powerful musical takes us back to the mid-1950s and New York’s Upper West Side, where racial and social tensions run high. Hear many of Bernstein’s most famous songs: “Maria,” “America,” “Somewhere,” and “Tonight.”
JUL 14
MOZART & SCHUMANNNicholas McGegan, conductor Garrick Ohlsson, piano
WEBER Overture to OberonMOZART Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K. 466SCHUMANN Symphony No. 3, “Rhenish”
The ebullient Nicholas McGegan leads a program of music inspired by the personal taste of innovative French landscape painter Théodore Rousseau (1812-1867), a true “mélomane,” or music lover. Videos made in collaboration with the J. Paul Getty Museum will provide insight into the artist’s relationship with the music that fi red the passions of his Romantic generation.
AUG 18
SHAKESPEARE AT THE BOWLBramwell Tovey, conductor Shakespeare’s Globe
KORNGOLD Much Ado About Nothing SuiteSCHMITT Antoine et Cleopatre Suite No. 1BERLIOZ Roméo et Juliette: “Queen Mab” ScherzoTCHAIKOVSKY Romeo and Juliet
All’s well that’s Bramwell in this celebration of the Bard, a collaboration with Shakespeare’s Globe in honor of his death 400 years ago. You’ll revel in classic scenes acted out and you’ll hear music inspired by the timeless plays.
SEP 1
THE FOUR SEASONSAndré de Ridder, conductorAvi Avital, mandolin
VIVALDI The Four Seasons BRAHMS Serenade No. 1
Israeli mandolinist Avi Avital is internationally renowned for his skill with Baroque music. He will provide a fresh perspective on Vivaldi’s vivacious concertos, which share rustic references and cosmopolitan polish with Brahms’ warm and dancing serenade.
SEP 15
WANG PLAYS RHAPSODY IN BLUEGustavo Dudamel, conductor Yuja Wang, piano
GERSHWIN Symphonic Suite from Porgy and Bess RAVEL Piano Concerto in GGERSHWIN Rhapsody in BlueRAVEL Bolero
Pure summer magic: The astonishing Yuja Wang plays jazzy classics by Ravel and Gershwin conducted by Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel.
JUL 21
STRAVINSKY’S FIREBIRDBen Gernon, conductorJanni Younge of Handspring Puppet Company
DEBUSSY La merBRITTEN Four Sea InterludesSTRAVINSKY The Firebird
Stravinsky’s Firebird will take over the stage of the Hollywood Bowl with larger-than-life puppets and choreography created by Janni Younge of Handspring Puppet Company, the craftsmen and engineers behind Broadway sensation War Horse.
AUG 4
The Los Angeles Philharmonic performs with Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, guest conductors and virtuosic soloists.
CLASSICAL THURSDAYS
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SAT | AUG 20
BRANDI CARLILE
OLD CROW MEDICINE SHOWSinger-songwriter Brandi Carlile captures the raw and powerful sound of true rock ’n’ roll as she celebrates her sixth album, The Firewatcher’s Daughter. High-energy old-time string band Old Crow Medicine Show has won two Grammys®, been inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, and gone platinum with their re-imagined Dylan song, “Wagon Wheel.”
FRI | AUG 19
BEN HARPER & THE INNOCENT CRIMINALSLos Angeles PhilharmonicThomas Wilkins, conductor
Three-time Grammy®-winner Ben Harper and his recently reunited band perform for the fi rst time with full orchestra. The soulful singer-songwriter, who has achieved worldwide acclaim along with his stellar band, will perform songs from their celebrated career and their new album, Call It What It Is.
AUG 19-20 One night only! One night only!
DIANA ROSSWith her soulful voice and nonstop glamour, magnetic Motown legend Diana Ross returns to the Bowl, performing hits like “Stop! In the Name of Love,” “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” and “I’m Coming Out.” As an actress, singer, and producer, this superstar shines and defi nes what it means to be an icon.
JUL 15-16
CULTURE CLUB Los Angeles Philharmonic • Bramwell Tovey, conductor
Since their inception in 1981, U.K. sensation Culture Club have sold more than 50 million records worldwide led by their classic hits, “Do You Really Want to Hurt Me,” “Karma Chameleon,” and “I’ll Tumble 4 Ya.” The original lineup, fronted by the iconic British singer/songwriter Boy George, takes the Bowl stage to perform for the fi rst time with a full orchestra as well as a 15-piece band.
AUG 26-27
STAR TREK - IN CONCERTLos Angeles Philharmonic • David Newman, conductor
Director J.J. Abrams re-exhilarated the iconic Star Trek franchise with one of the most exciting and irresistible blockbusters in recent movie-going history: Star Trek (2009). Experience it as never before, shown in HD on the Bowl’s big screen, and reach warp speed as Michael Giacchino’s thrilling score is performed live-to-picture.©2009 Paramount Pictures. ™ CBS Studios Inc.
JUL 8-9
JOHN WILLIAMS: MAESTRO OF THE MOVIESLos Angeles Philharmonic • John Williams, conductor • David Newman, conductor
Following the record-breaking success of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, incomparable composer John Williams returns to the Hollywood Bowl to conduct music from the new score, along with other favorite themes from a galaxy far, far away. Bowl movie night maestro David Newman conducts a thrilling fi rst half of fi lm score classics, including a selection of clips shown on the big screen.
SEP 2-3
AN OLYMPIC CARNIVAL WITH SERGIO MENDES & BRASIL 2016Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductorViver Brasil
Olympic fever hits the Bowl as we salute the XXXI Olympiad in Rio de Janeiro. Dance to the scintillating samba/pop rhythms of Grammy®-winner Sergio Mendes, celebrating the 50th anniversary of his infl uential band, Brasil ’66 – an electrifying evening of samba, capoeira, Bloco-Afro drummers and fi reworks!
AUG 12-13
FIREWORKS
“WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC
ADDITIONAL ARTIST TO BE ANNOUNCED
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
With over 30 years of fearless irreverence, Weird Al’s pop culture parodies and original satire have defi ned a recording genre all his own. Appearing for the fi rst time with full orchestra, the four-time Grammy®-winner brings his Mandatory World Tour and a treasure trove of hits to the stage of the Hollywood Bowl.
JUL 22-23
A CHORUS LINEBook by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante • Music by Marvin Hamlisch • Lyrics by Edward KlebanConceived and Originally Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett
The groundbreaking show about life as a dancer auditioning for a Broadway musical, with its unforgettable score and riveting real-life story, is our annual, fully staged production. From “I Hope I Get It” to “The Music and the Mirror” and “One,” united by the iconic choreography of visionary Michael Bennett, A Chorus Line’s music and message remain fresh and true, capturing the excitement and drama that all performers face, having chosen a life on the stage – in one thrilling sensation of a musical!
A Chorus Line will be presented without an intermission.
JUL 29-30
FIREWORKS
FIREWORKS FINALE WITH JEFF LYNNE’S ELOHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
It’s been nearly 30 years since ELO has toured in the United States, but visionary songwriter, singer and producer Jeff Lynne and his band join the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra to close out the season with a supersonic fl ight through a glittering galaxy of songs, such as “Mr. Blue Sky,” “Do Ya,” and “Evil Woman.”
SEP 9-10
TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS Los Angeles Philharmonic • Gustavo Dudamel, conductorAmerican Ballet Theatre • USC Trojan Marching Band
TCHAIKOVSKY Swan Lake Selections • 1812 Overture
Gustavo Dudamel conducts the beloved annual tradition, featuring classic ballet and the iconic 1812 with the Bowl’s famous pyrotechnic display.
AUG 5-6
FIREWORKS
WEEKEND SPECTACULARSStellar names from Hollywood, Broadway, pop music and beyond present unique evenings you’ll fi nd only at the Bowl!
FR1/SA1 5 FRIDAY OR 5 SATURDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM FR2/SA2 5 FRIDAY OR 5 SATURDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM
DIANA ROSS
CULTURE CLUB
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SAT-SUN | JUN 11-12 | 3PM
PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL
FOURPLAY WITH NATHAN EAST, BOB JAMES, CHUCK LOEB & HARVEY MASON
CÉCILE McLORIN SALVANT
SETH MacFARLANE
JANELLE MONÁE
JON BATISTE & STAY HUMAN
and many more!
GEORGE LOPEZ HOST
2016FRI | JUN 246:30PM PRE-SHOW | 8PM FILM
SING-A-LONG SOUND OF MUSICMelissa Peterman, host
Wear a costume (a prime opportunity to update your curtains!), get in the act with a provided interactive fun-pack, and sing your heart out along with thousands of fans fi lling the hills with song in this festive special screening of the beloved Oscar®-winning movie!
©2008
SAT | SEP 24 | 8PM
SIGUR RÓSIceland’s Sigur Rós returns to the Bowl for the fi rst time in a decade! Promising a brand new show, they will draw on their illustrious seven-album career, while fi xing their gaze fi rmly on what’s around the corner. As ever with Sigur Rós, expect heartbreaking beauty, breathtaking drama and an unforgettable musical experience.
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SUN | SEP 4 | 7:30PM
JOHN WILLIAMS:MAESTRO OF THE MOVIESLos Angeles Philharmonic John Williams, conductorDavid Newman, conductor
Following the record-breaking success of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, incomparable composer John Williams returns to the Hollywood Bowl to conduct music from the new score, along with other favorite themes from a galaxy far, far away. Bowl movie night maestro David Newman conducts a thrilling fi rst half of fi lm score classics, including a selection of clips shown on the big screen.
FRI | JUL 1 | 8PM
A PRAIRIE HOME COMPANION WITH GARRISON KEILLORSpecial guests to include:Christine DiGiallonardo, Sarah JaroszHeather Masse, Aoife O’Donovan & Sara Watkins
The celebrated American humorist returns to the Bowl stage for his farewell tour as host of the beloved radio show A Prairie Home Companion. The evening will feature the unique blend of music, storytelling and comedy that audiences have come to adore. Don’t miss Keillor’s fi nal appearance in Los Angeles as host of this treasured radio broadcast!
SUN | AUG 28 | 6PM
SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ
GEORGE BENSON
AVERAGE WHITE BAND
JEFF LORBER FUSION
TO GROVER, WITH LOVE featuring Jason Miles
The Bowl proudly presents our summer mini-festival of the fi nest smooth jazz artists, including: 10-time Grammy®-winner George Benson; the funky soul sounds of Average White Band; the compelling, contemporary groove of Jeff Lorber Fusion; and Jason Miles’ To Grover, With Love, a tribute to smooth jazz founding father Grover Washington, Jr.
SAT-SUN-MON | JUL 2-3-4 7:30PM
JULY 4TH FIREWORKS SPECTACULARWITH CHICAGOHollywood Bowl Orchestra Thomas Wilkins, conductorU.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West
Celebrate Independence Day with the legendary rock ’n’ roll band with horns: Chicago! One of America’s most popular rock bands, the Grammy®-winning hit-makers (“Saturday in the Park,” “You’re the Inspiration,” and many more) appear on three spectacular evenings featuring patriotic music, thrilling fi reworks and more fun.
Half off for kids 12 and under.
FIREWORKS
SAT | JUN 18 | 8PM
OPENING NIGHT AT THE BOWLWITH STEELY DANHollywood Bowl OrchestraThomas Wilkins, conductor
Reprising their 2015 Bowl appearance, Steely Dan – with founders Walter Becker and Donald Fagen – will perform with orchestra for a night to remember! The Grammy®-winning Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers, whose trend-setting jazz rock blend has sold over 40 million records, will treat audiences to selections from The Dan’s four-decade catalog, rich with blazing solo work, infectious tunes, bodacious harmonies, irresistible grooves and sleek, subversive lyrics.Proceeds benefi t the LA Phil and its education programs. For packages (reception, dinner, prime seating), call 213.972.3051.
FIREWORKS
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50 YEARS OF JEFF BECKBETH HART, SPECIAL GUEST
Additional special guests to be announced
BUDDY GUYCelebrated guitarist and Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Beck marks 50 momentous years of electrifying live performances with this very special appearance. One of the most widely acclaimed guitarists in popular music, Beck is known for his wild mix of blues, funk, and jazz rock, as well as collaborations with countless luminaries. Legendary Chicago bluesman, the Real Deal, Buddy Guy performs prior.
AUG 10
GLADYS KNIGHT
TOWER OF POWERThe Empress of Soul, seven-time Grammy®-winner Gladys Knight, continues her decades-long reign as R&B royalty. The award-winning singer has recorded more than 38 albums and scored No. 1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, including such classics as “Midnight Train to Georgia,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “If I Were Your Woman,” and “Neither One of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye).” Timeless horn titans Tower of Power open the evening, continuing their legacy of more-than-45-years of soulful urban jazz.
AUG 3
THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO RAY CHARLES STARRING MACEO PARKER FEATURING A TRIBUTE TO THE RAY CHARLES ORCHESTRAALSO FEATURING A TRIBUTE TO THE RAELETTES
CHRISTIAN McBRIDE BIG BANDPHILIP BAILEY, SPECIAL GUEST
Infl uential saxophonist Maceo Parker (known for his heavily sampled work with James Brown and George Clinton) heads up a celebration of Ray Charles, his orchestra and the Raelettes. Master musician Christian McBride showcases his talent while driving his Grammy®-winning big band, and special guest Philip Bailey of Earth, Wind & Fire, from behind the bass.
AUG 17
MEGA NOVA FEATURING HERBIE HANCOCK, WAYNE SHORTER, CINDY BLACKMAN SANTANA, MARCUS MILLER AND CARLOS SANTANA Showcasing groundbreaking musical explorations, Mega Nova puts fi ve musical titans together and brings their infl uential music to life in the epic surrounds of the Hollywood Bowl – a joyous celebration with modern jazz and rock icons alike.
AUG 24
YES WE CAN CAN: AN ALLEN TOUSSAINT SALUTETHE ALLEN TOUSSAINT BAND Additional special guests to be announced
GALACTICAdditional artist to be announced
The Allen Toussaint Band and special guests honor the late legendary New Orleans composer, producer, performer, and humanitarian, whose hits include “Southern Nights,” “Yes We Can Can,” and “Working in the Coal Mine.” Vibrant New Orleans jazz and funk innovators Galactic open the evening.
JUL 20
ARTIST TO BE ANNOUNCED
SEP 14
CARLOS VIVESOne of Colombia’s greatest artists, multiple Grammy®-winning singer/composer/actor Carlos Vives brings his pioneering mix of traditional Colombian folk music and irresistible pop beats to the Bowl for the fi rst time, including some of his greatest hits such as as "Volví a Nacer,” “El Mar de Sus Ojos,” and “La Tierra del Olvido.”
SEP 7
BLACK MOVIE SOUNDTRACK II MARCUS MILLER PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS TO BE ANNOUNCED CRAIG ROBINSON, HOST
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Vince Mendoza, conductor
By popular demand, Grammy®-winner Marcus Miller and acclaimed producer/director Reginald Hudlin reprise the Bowl’s 2014 Black Movie Soundtrack event with new clips and some funky favorites. Film star and comedian Craig Robinson hosts this soulful celebration of black cinema classics.Produced in cooperation with A.M.P.A.S.®
AUG 31THE ACADEMY CELEBRATES
JAZZ AT THE BOWLThe ever-evolving infl uence of jazz is refl ected in this diverse range of celebrated and emerging artists, guided by our Creative Chair for Jazz, the legendary Herbie Hancock.
JZ2 4 WEDNESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PMJZ1 4 WEDNESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM
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HERBIE HANCOCK
CARLOS VIVES
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TOSCALos Angeles Philharmonic • Gustavo Dudamel, conductorLos Angeles Master Chorale, Grant Gershon, artistic directorJulianna Di Giacomo, ToscaFabio Sartori, CavaradossiFalk Struckmann, ScarpiaJohn Del Carlo, SacristanAndrew Craig Brown, Angelotti
PUCCINI Tosca
In a concert performance, Gustavo Dudamel probes the intense drama of Tosca, where idealistic art challenges corrupt politics in extravagantly expressive music.
JUL 24
A CHORUS LINEBook by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante • Music by Marvin Hamlisch • Lyrics by Edward KlebanConceived and Originally Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett
The groundbreaking show about life as a dancer auditioning for a Broadway musical, with its unforgettable score and riveting real-life story, is our annual, fully staged production. From “I Hope I Get It” to “The Music and the Mirror” and “One,” united by the iconic choreography of visionary Michael Bennett, A Chorus Line’s music and message remain fresh and true, capturing the excitement and drama that all performers face, having chosen a life on the stage – in one thrilling sensation of a musical!
A Chorus Line will be presented without an intermission.
JUL 31
FIREWORKS FINALE WITH JEFF LYNNE’S ELOHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
It’s been nearly 30 years since ELO has toured in the United States, but visionary songwriter, singer and producer Jeff Lynne and his band join the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra to close out the season with a supersonic fl ight through a glittering galaxy of songs, such as “Mr. Blue Sky,” “Do Ya,” and “Evil Woman.”
SEP 11
FIREWORKS
RODRIGO Y GABRIELAHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Mexican guitar heroes Rodrigo y Gabriela return with their virtuosic mix of epic licks and intimate instrumentals for a magical collaboration with orchestra. Taking infl uences from the worlds of Latin, jazz, rock and heavy metal, the pair’s high energy performances create a six-string sound like no other.
AUG 14
PET SOUNDS WITH BRIAN WILSON AL JARDINE & BLONDIE CHAPLIN
M. WARDBrian Wilson, the Beach Boys’ co-founder and genius behind the ’60s sound of America, returns to the Hollywood Bowl stage for the 50th anniversary of Pet Sounds. The mythical masterpiece and greatest hits will come to life with fellow members Al Jardine and Blondie Chaplin, and the sun-swept harmonies of songs like “Wouldn’t it Be Nice,” and “God Only Knows” that infl uenced The Beatles, Radiohead and David Bowie. Portland-based singer/songwriter/producer and multi-instrumentalist M. Ward celebrates his latest release, More Rain.
JUL 10
THE SILK ROAD ENSEMBLE WITH YO-YO MAWorld-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and his innovative brainchild, The Silk Road Ensemble, bring their collaborative excellence to the Bowl stage for an exciting evening of world music exploration. Made up of performers and composers from more than 20 countries and lauded as “vibrant and virtuosic” by The Wall Street Journal, the ensemble encompasses musical traditions from around the globe.
AUG 21
KRAFTWERK 3-DElectronic music pioneers Kraftwerk continue their streak of highly acclaimed 3-D concerts by undertaking their fi rst Hollywood Bowl appearance. With their visions of the future, Kraftwerk created the soundtrack for our digital age in the 21st century. Bringing together music, computer animations, and performance art, their 3-D concerts are a true “Gesamtkunstwerk – a total work of art.” (The Guardian)
SEP 18
REGGAE NIGHT XIV
BURNING SPEAR
COCOA TEA • ETANACelebrate the 14th annual night of reggae at the Bowl, featuring star performers and rockin’ roots reggae, including Grammy®-winning roots reggae godfather Burning Spear.
JUN 26
KURT VILE AND THE VIOLATORS Additional artists to be announced
In a night of critically acclaimed and eclectic artists, Philadelphia rocker Kurt Vile and his band The Violators come to the Bowl in support of the widely heralded opus, b’lieve i’m goin’ down. Vile’s sound evokes dusty-hazy Americana roots with a dash of psychedelia, his powerful introspections delivered with touching earnestness. Headliner and opening act to be announced.
AUG 7
BLOC PARTY • MS MRAdditional artist to be announced
With an endless array of giddy electro-pop anthems, English indie rock institution Bloc Party takes the Bowl stage, presenting their new album HYMNS to euphoric effect. New York chillwave stars MS MR transport you to their dance pop fantasyland to open.
SEP 25
SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTS
KCRW‘SWORLD FESTIVAL Contemporary stars and traditional
artists from around the globe
Our eclectic performing arts series brings you the best in opera, the annual Broadway musical, a spectacular fi reworks fi nale, and more!
SU3 4 SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 7:30PM SU1 3 SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 7PM
SU2 3 SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 7PM
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Ride the Red Line and take the Shuttle for free! Red Line riders who exit at Hollywood/Highland (Shuttle Lot D) or Universal City (Shuttle Lots A and B) may show their TAP card for a free Shuttle ride to and from the Bowl (concert date only).
PARKING AT THE BOWL
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Drive yourself and park in an on-site stacked parking lot. Parking is limited and the lots fi ll up fast, so arrive early. Parking starts at $19/car, per concert.
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PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES
All Bowl parking, including accessible parking, is limited and often sells out in advance. Other accessible options include Park & Ride buses and transportation from Shuttle Lots (see above). For more information, call 323.850.2000 or TTY 323.850.2040.
OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
Leave the driving to us! Available for purchase online or at 323.850.2000, beginning February 1.
BOWL SHUTTLE: NEAR THE BOWL Park free at most close-to-the-Bowl Shuttle Lots* and take a Shuttle to the main gate. $6/person round trip.
Lots A & B Ventura Blvd., near Lankershim
Lot C L.A. Zoo parking lot
Lot D Hollywood & Highland Center (parking fee required)
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INFORMATION
It’s easy to get to your concerts at the Bowl!
Using either the Bowl website or app, you will have access to maps and complete information detailing your transportation and parking options. HollywoodBowl.com/GettingThere Hollywood Bowl
mobile app
PARK & RIDE: NEAR YOU Leave your car at one of our Park & Ride locations and let us do the driving. Parking is free and the bus ride costs $7/person round trip when pre-purchased (fees may apply), $12/person when purchased at the lot.
ArcadiaChatsworthCulver CityDowney
East L.A. El MonteLakewoodPasadena
Rowland HeightsSanta MonicaSherman Oaks
TorranceWestchesterWestwood
Park & Ride Lots are available in these locations:
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We are thrilled to launch our new culinary program, brought to life by Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne (of celebrated local restaurants Lucques, a.o.c., Tavern, and The Larder).
PICNICKING BEFORE YOUR CONCERT
Whether you take advantage of the new offerings above or bring your own food and drinks, you can enjoy a picnic dinner at your seats or at any of our 14 picnic areas.
More information available March 21.HollywoodBowl.com/Food+Wine
NEW HOLLYWOOD BOWL FOOD + WINE OFFERINGS:
The Wine Bar by a.o.c. Full-service restaurant and bar based on L.A.’s favorite wine bar
Backyard at the Bowl (formerly Rooftop Grill) Full-servicerestaurant with wood-burning grill, market vegetables, and extensive raw bar
Kitchen 22 (formerly Staccato) Now your favorite roadside burger stand
Marketplace and Buzz McCoy’s Marketplace Complete, curated picnic baskets, plus seasonal grab-and-go foods, salads, sandwiches, and desserts
Supper in Your Seats: Order ahead for complete meals from Suzanne’s summer supper menus, served to you at your box seats.
The new Street Food Kiosks around the Bowl will feature: Bahn Mi, Street Tacos, BBQ, Wood-fi red Pizza, and Sweets Shop with Gelato and Soft-serve Ice Cream.
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The LA Phil has a long-standing commitment to the education of current and future generations of concert-goers. More than 150,000 benefit each year from our concerts for schools and families, in-school residencies, training for young composers, free neighborhood concerts, pre-concert lectures and more. YOLA (Youth Orchestra LA) – inspired by Gustavo Dudamel’s artistic vision and experience in Venezuela’s El Sistema – works with community partners to
provide free instruments and high quality music instruction to children in underserved areas of Los Angeles.
Your ticket purchases and donations help to ensure the future of these programs and more. Details at LAPhil.com/Education
LA PHIL IN THE COMMUNITYMedia
SponsorsSEASON SPONSORS
The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association thanks the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for its valued cooperation in continuing to bring great music to the people of Los Angeles: Hilda Solis, First District and Chair; Mark Ridley-Thomas, Second District; Sheila Kuehl, Third District; and Don Knabe, Fourth District; Michael D. Antonovich, Fifth District. The Hollywood Bowl thanks the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for its support of the Park & Ride program, and our many sponsors and donors for their generosity.
The Music Director Chair held by Gustavo Dudamel is endowed by a gift to the LA Phil from the Walt and Lilly Disney Foundation.The Creative Chair for Jazz held by Herbie Hancock is endowed by a gift to the LA Phil from William Powers and Carolyn Powers.
Sponsors
Buy one or more series and become eligible to purchase tickets for these shows in advance of the general public, and at subscriber rates.
*Accessible seating options † Includes a tax-deductible contribution ★Call 213.972.3051 for information and pricing on Opening Night patron, Pool Circle or Garden packages.
SPECIAL CONCERTS PRICES PER SEAT
(Subscriber discount already applied)
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Opening Night at the Bowl
with Steely Dan
Sat JUN 18
John Williams: Maestro of the
MoviesSun
SEP 4
Sigur Rós Sat
SEP 24
Sing-A-LongSound of Music
Fri JUN 24
A Prairie Home Companion
Fri JUL 1
SmoothSummer
JazzSun
AUG 28
Two-day price
Available Feb 21
One-day priceMon
JUL 4
THANK YOU
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Playboy Jazz Festival Sat JUN 11 & Sun JUN 12
2016
Sat-Sun JUL 2-3
Children 12 and under
Children 12 and under
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with
Chicago
Group Services 323.850.2050. Special ticket prices for groups of 10 or more. Programs, artists, prices and dates subject to change
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular
Pool Circle † $342 $171 ★ n/a $328 $261 $130.50 $265 $132.50 $300 $358 $59
Garden Boxes* 342 171 ★ 84 135 144 72 147 73.50 117 140 59
Terrace Boxes 342 171 160 79 123 125 62.50 147 73.50 104 123 56
Side Boxes* 342 171 160 79 123 125 62.50 147 73.50 104 123 56
SuperSeats* 144 72 95 58 58 66 33 70 35 59 66 56
Ramps* 144 72 95 58 58 66 33 70 35 59 66 56
Sec D, E* 97 48.50 56 45 50 47 29.50 51 32 41 46 48
Sec G2, J2* 97 48.50 56 45 39 47 29.50 51 32 41 46 48
Sec F, K* 97 48.50 56 38 33 36 22.50 38 24 33 34 43
Sec M, N 75 37.50 48 33 28 30 18.50 33 20.50 27 29 43
Sec L, P 70 35 36 26 24 24 15 27 17 22 22 39
Sec R, S, T 62 31 36 22 20 21 13 23 14.50 18 20 34
Sec Q, U 60 30 28 19 16 18 11.50 21 13 14 17 28
Sec W 44 22 30 14 11 18 9 22 11 16 18 24
Sec V, X 40 20 25 12 7 14 7 18 9 14 13 20
Sec D, E* 97 48.50 56 45 50 47 29.50 51 32 41 46 48
Sec G2, J2* 75 37.50 48 33 28 30 18.50 33 20.50 27 29 43
Sec F* 44 22 30 14 11 18 9 22 11 16 18 24
Sec K* 40 20 25 12 7 14 7 18 9 14 13 20
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5 Tuesdays (TU1 or TU2)
or5 Thursdays (TH1 or TH2)
All 10 Tuesdays (TU)or
All 10 Thursdays(TH)
All 10 Fridays (FR)
4 Wednesdays(JZ1 or JZ2)
3 Sundays(SU1 or SU2)
5 Fridays(FR1 or FR2)
5 Saturdays(SA1 or SA2)
All 10Saturdays (SA)
SUNDAY SUNSET JAZZ KCRW’S WORLD
FESTIVAL
Garden Boxes • $568 $468 $351
Terrace Boxes A, B 500 404 309
SuperSeats 264 240 186
Benches D, E 236 188 153
Benches G2, J2 236 188 153
Benches D, E 236 188 153
SuperSeats 0
Benches G2, J2 148 136 105
Garden Boxes • $1,420 $1,490 $710 $745
Terrace Boxes A, B 1,250 1,310 625 655
SuperSeats 660 700 330 350
Benches D, E 590 640 295 320
Benches G2, J2 590 640 295 320
Benches D, E 590 640 295 320
SuperSeats
Benches G2, J2 370 410 185 205
Garden Boxes • $1,130 $565
Terrace Boxes A/B 980/800* 490/400*SuperSeats 530* 265*Benches D, E 380* 190*Benches G2, J2 320* 160* Benches D, E
380* 190* SuperSeats
Benches G2, J2 320* 160*
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