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TUESDAYS
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TU1 5 TUESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM TU2 5 TUESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM
JUL 11 DUDAMEL & STARS OF BALLET JUL 18 BEETHOVEN’S NINTH WITH DUDAMEL
Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Our classical season leaps into action Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Dudamel’s all-consuming love of music
Misty Copeland, Marcelo Gomes, as Gustavo Dudamel conducts an Amanda Majeski, J’Nai Bridges, drives him to invest every note with
Sergei Polunin, Natalia Osipova, enchanting evening of beloved ballet Issachah Savage, Ryan Speedo Green, meaning and new life. Don’t miss it
dancers scores selected to showcase some of soloists when he leads Beethoven’s epic Ninth
Program to be announced the most celebrated stars of dance. Los Angeles Master Chorale Symphony, the first piece he performed
Grant Gershon, artistic director as Music Director of the LA Phil.
COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man
JUL 25 SHAHAM PLAYS JOHN WILLIAMS BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9
Stéphane Denève, conductor Acclaimed soloist Gil Shaham performs the
Gil Shaham, violin Violin Concerto (1976) by renowned film
AUG 1 MIRGA & LA MER
John WILLIAMS Sound the Bells! composer John Williams, who uses
John WILLIAMS Violin Concerto 20th-century harmonies similar to Bartók Mirga Gražinyte-Tyla, conductor What a thrill to hear Mirga bring out all
RESPIGHI Fountains of Rome and Walton to create a powerful, emotional Beatrice Rana, piano the colors and life in La mer, the great
RESPIGHI Pines of Rome work. The evening culminates with the DEBUSSY Prelude to the Afternoon Impressionist symphony and one of
uplifting power and color of Respighi’s of a Faun Debussy’s supreme achievements!
Fountains and Pines.
TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1
SIBELIUS Scene with Cranes and
Valse triste
AUG 8 ALL-MENDELSSOHN DEBUSSY La mer
Karina Canellakis, conductor A remarkable young conductor makes
Martin Chalifour, violin her Bowl debut leading three of
MENDELSSOHN Mendelssohn’s most appealing works, AUG 15 RACHMANINOFF’S THIRD CONCERTO
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Overture all acknowledged masterpieces. The
Violin Concerto in E minor LA Phil’s Principal Concertmaster takes Krzysztof Urban´ski, conductor Faced with the finger-bending
Symphony No. 4, “Italian” the spotlight for Mendelssohn’s brilliant Behzod Abduraimov, piano pyrotechnics of his Third Concerto,
concerto. RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 3 even Rachmaninoff needed to practice
MUSSORGSKY Pictures at an Exhibition up to pull it off. Enthusiastic audiences
around the world have verified this
astonishing virtuoso from Uzbekistan
AUG 22 THE PLANETS WITH DUDAMEL has it well in hand.
Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Gustav Holst never imagined how popular
Pekka Kuusisto, violin and ubiquitous his colorful musical vision
Women of the Los Angeles of the planets would become, but it will AUG 29 JOSHUA BELL & THE LA PHIL
Master Chorale make for ideal listening under the night
Grant Gershon, artistic director sky. Bramwell Tovey, conductor It’s always a treat to hear Joshua Bell at
Joshua Bell, violin the Bowl, especially in such a melody-
Daníel BJARNASON Violin Concerto
(world premiere, LA Phil commission) STRAVINSKY Fireworks filled work as Symphonie espagnole.
HOLST The Planets LALO Symphonie espagnole Tovey delights with two works by
STRAVINSKY Petrushka Stravinsky.
SEP 5 “NEW WORLD” SYMPHONY
SEP 12 YO-YO MA PLAYS BACH
Ken-David Masur, conductor One of the most popular symphonies
Inon Barnatan, piano ever written, with its America-inspired Yo-Yo Ma, cello This unprecedented solo recital (the
L. BOULANGER D’un matin de printemps melodies and atmosphere combining BACH The Six Cello Suites Philharmonic has the night off) features
Alan FLETCHER Piano Concerto dramatic energy and quiet nostalgia, timeless music for unaccompanied cello
(LA Phil commission) Dvoˇrák’s beloved “New World” Symphony by J.S. Bach played by a consummate
DVORˇÁK Symphony No. 9, reaffirms its reputation as a perennial master. One musician, 18,000 spellbound
“From the New World” favorite. fans.

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THURSDAYS
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JUL 13 BEETHOVEN’S NINTH WITH DUDAMEL JUL 20 DUDAMEL CONDUCTS WAGNER
Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Dudamel’s all-consuming love of music Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Stirring choral and instrumental
Amanda Majeski, J’Nai Bridges, drives him to invest every note with Los Angeles Master Chorale selections from Wagner’s mythic
Issachah Savage, Ryan Speedo Green, meaning and new life. Don’t miss it Grant Gershon, artistic director music dramas: Tannhäuser,
soloists when he leads Beethoven’s epic Ninth The Flying Dutchman, and
Los Angeles Master Chorale Symphony, the first piece he performed Die Meistersinger.
Grant Gershon, artistic director as Music Director of the LA Phil.
COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man
BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9
AUG 3 SOUND THE TRUMPET!
JUL 27 TCHAIKOVSKY & LISZT
Vasily Petrenko, conductor Hear the world’s reigning trumpet queen
Rafael Payare, conductor With his stage-commanding flair and Alison Balsom, trumpet playing Hummel’s iconic concerto. The
Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano virtuosic technique, Thibaudet is a born STRAUSS Don Juan entire evening is built around the rich
LISZT Piano Concerto No. 2 Lisztian, so you won’t want to miss his HUMMEL Trumpet Concerto in E-flat brass sounds so beloved by Strauss,
TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5 authoritative performance of Liszt’s STRAUSS Also sprach Zarathustra concluding with the tone poem that will
innovative Romantic concerto. Then forever be linked to Stanley Kubrick’s
Tchaikovsky’s rip-roaring “Fate” symphony masterpiece, 2001, A Space Odyssey.
fills the night air with impassioned riffs.
AUG 10 ALL-VIVALDI
Nicholas McGegan, conductor Audience favorite Nicholas McGegan AUG 17 GERSHWIN UNDER THE STARS
Simone Porter, violin leads a program of Vivaldi hits, including
Sherezade Panthaki, soprano the magnificent Gloria and the heart- Bramwell Tovey, conductor The ever-charming Tovey leads an
Justine Aronson, soprano breaking Stabat Mater, featuring the Aaron Diehl, piano all-American program focused on the
Tim Mead, countertenor richly emotive voice of countertenor GERSHWIN Strike Up The Band extraordinary music of George Gershwin.
Pacific Chorale Tim Mead. GERSHWIN “I Got Rhythm” Variations We’re delighted to have jazz virtuoso
John Alexander, artistic director ELLINGTON Night Creature Aaron Diehl as soloist for Gershwin’s
VIVALDI GERSHWIN An American in Paris tricky Variations.
Violin Concerto in G major, Op. 4, No. 3
Stabat Mater
Violin Concerto in A minor, Op. 4, No. 4
Gloria AUG 31 ALL-BEETHOVEN
AUG 24 DUDAMEL & MOZART’S REQUIEM Bramwell Tovey, conductor It’s virtually impossible to beat Beethoven
Pierre-Laurent Aimard, piano at the Bowl. For this evening, the brilliant
Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Gustavo conducts a very special night of BEETHOVEN Frenchman Aimard dives into the
Miah Persson, soprano choral works, beginning with Adams’ Piano Concerto No. 1 resplendent First Concerto, which is
Christianne Stotijn, mezzo-soprano transporting settings of John Donne and Symphony No. 3, “Eroica” followed by one of the most revolutionary
David Portillo, tenor Emily Dickinson. Then, the Requiem and thrilling symphonies Beethoven ever
John Relyea, bass everybody knows and loves – which has wrote.
Los Angeles Master Chorale inspired so many stories and speculation
Grant Gershon, artistic director – yields its power and beauty. Not to be
John ADAMS Harmonium missed!
MOZART Requiem
SEP 14 ALL-MOZART
SEP 7 SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN: FILM WITH ORCHESTRA Nicholas McGegan, conductor The ever-enchanting Nicholas McGegan
Kristóf Baráti, violin closes the classical season with
David Newman, conductor If you ever wanted to experience one of
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performs all that unforgettable music, Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter” achievement of Salzburg’s favorite son.
your time has come!
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WEEKEND
SPECTACULARS
Stellar names from Hollywood, Broadway, pop
music and beyond present unique evenings

you’ll find only at the Bowl!
TONY BENNETT KOOL & THE GANG THE MUPPETS
FR1/SA1 FR2/SA2
5 FRIDAY OR 5 SATURDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM 5 FRIDAY OR 5 SATURDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM
JUL 7-8 HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABANTM – JUL 14-15 TONY BENNETT & DUDAMEL
IN CONCERT
Los Angeles Philharmonic • Gustavo Dudamel, conductor
Los Angeles Philharmonic • Justin Freer, conductor After opening selections from Dudamel and the LA Phil, the ageless 90-year-old legend
Tony Bennett joins them for three classic songs, followed by an intimate set with Tony
The Harry Potter™ phenomenon continues with the third film of the series. Our
and his jazz quartet. Witness history in the making!
orchestra will perform every note from John Williams’ sensational score while
audiences relive the magic of the film projected in high definition on the big screen.
HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING’S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Publishing Rights © JKR. (s17) JUL 28-29 MAMMA MIA!
JUL 21-22 KOOL & THE GANG Music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson
Book by Catherine Johnson
MORRIS DAY & THE TIME Kathleen Marshall, director and choreographer
All-star cast to be announced
VILLAGE PEOPLE
The Bowl’s annual staged musical visits the 2001 international phenomenon about a
young woman’s plot to uncover the identity of her father among three of her mother’s
What a night for a “Celebration”! Legendary disco kings the Village People open with
former loves all invited to her wedding on a Greek island. Mamma Mia! – filled with
their unforgettable songs and energetic dance moves. Morris Day & the Time deliver
ABBA’s timeless songs, including “Dancing Queen” and “Voulez Vous” – will have you
their straight-up old-school funk. And the one-and-only Kool & the Gang cap the night
singing, dancing and having the time of your life!
with hit after hit!
AUG 11-12 DIANA KRALL
AUG 4-5 RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK – IN CONCERT
With her sultry, expressive vocals and evocative piano playing, Diana Krall returns to
the Hollywood Bowl to mesmerize you with her take on the American Songbook. Don’t Los Angeles Philharmonic • David Newman, conductor
miss one of the Bowl’s most romantic evenings under the stars. The film that gave the world one of its most iconic movie heroes, Indiana Jones
(Harrison Ford), is back and better than ever! Relive the magic of this swashbuckling
adventure as one of John Williams’ best-loved film scores is performed live, while the
AUG 25-26 FRI | AUG 25 One night only! SAT | AUG 26 One night only! thrilling film is shown in HD on the Bowl’s big screen.
GIPSY KINGS BRYAN FERRY WITH
The Grammy®-winning band behind ORCHESTRA
“Bamboléo” celebrates 25+ years Hollywood Bowl Orchestra AUG 18-19 TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS
of flamenco, salsa, and pop fusion Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Los Angeles Philharmonic • Bramwell Tovey, conductor
perfection in their distinctive style
that’s guaranteed to get the party CÉCILE McLORIN SALVANT Elena Urioste, cello • Thomas Mesa, violin
started! USC Trojan Marching Band • Arthur C. Bartner, director
In his Bowl debut, the iconic British TCHAIKOVSKY Dances and interludes from Eugene Onegin, The Nutcracker, and
singer-songwriter performs live with The Sleeping Beauty • Variations on a Rococo Theme • 1812 Overture
orchestra many highlights and hits from
The witty Bramwell Tovey is this year’s host for an evening of delightful dances,
his extensive career, both as a solo artist
orchestral interludes (including the ravishing violin Entr’acte from The Sleeping
and with Roxy Music. Opening will be
Beauty), and a scintillating cello showpiece (the Rococo Variations), capped by the
McLorin Salvant, a young jazz singer with
thrilling 1812 Overture with pyrotechnics!
an old soul and truly captivating vocals.
SEP 8-9 FIREWORKS FINALE: THE MUPPETS TAKE THE BOWL
SEP 1-2 JOHN WILLIAMS: MAESTRO OF THE MOVIES
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Los Angeles Philharmonic • John Williams, conductor • David Newman, conductor
It’s time to get things started, to light the lights…the iconic and beloved Muppets
Continuing a beloved Bowl tradition, legendary composer John Williams returns to
will perform a sensational, inspirational live show you’ll never forget! Join Kermit
conduct many of his greatest moments of movie music magic. David Newman kicks off
the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, The Great Gonzo and the rest of the zany Muppet
the evening with more of the best in film music. A selection of clips will be featured on
gang, including – fresh off their triumphant festival performance – Dr. Teeth and The
the big screen.
Electric Mayhem, with legendary rock drummer Animal, for this once-in-a-lifetime
experience. All this, plus special surprise guests and fireworks!
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SAT-SUN | JUN 10-11 | 3PM THU | JUL 6 | 8PM
PLAPYLBAOYYB OJYA ZJZA ZFZE SFTEISVTAILVAL
PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER
OF SECRETSTM – IN CONCERT
GREGORY PORTER
Los Angeles Philharmonic • Justin Freer, conductor
CORINNE BAILEY RAE
The Harry Potter™ film series is a once-in-a-lifetime
COMMON cultural phenomenon that continues to delight millions
around the world. Experience the second film in the series
KENNY GARRETT
in high definition on our big screen while John Williams’
HUDSON with Jack DeJohnette, unforgettable music is performed live-to-picture.
Larry Grenadier, John Medeski, John Scofield HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING’S WIZARDING
WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s17)
TAJMO’: THE TAJ MAHAL & KEB’ MO’ BAND 2017
and many more!
©2008 SUN | JUL 16 | 7PM
GEORGE LOPEZ host
JACK JOHNSON
After selling out the Bowl on his last two visits, Hawaii-born
THU | JUN 15 | 8PM
singer/songwriter/surfer Jack Johnson returns with his
PHOENIX sunny acoustic style and positive, uplifting, and socially
conscious lyrics – the perfect soundtrack to a summer night.
THE LEMON TWIGS
Additional artist to be announced
Grammy®-winning French pop rock band Phoenix returns to SUN | AUG 20 | 6PM
the Bowl with their emotionally upbeat sound and infectious
SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ
hooks. N.Y.’s teenage buzz band of brothers, The Lemon
Twigs, open. DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS
OHIO PLAYERS
SAT | JUN 17 | 8PM
EPK WITH EUGE GROOVE,
OPENING NIGHT WITH PETER WHITE & KEIKO MATSUI
THE MOODY BLUES
MORGAN JAMES
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
From the classic smooth jazz of Dave Koz to the funky
What better way to launch the Bowl season than with the
sounds of the Ohio Players and more, prepare yourself for
50th anniversary of The Moody Blues’ world-shattering
a laid-back, groove-filled midsummer evening.
album Days of Future Passed (“Nights in White Satin,”
“Tuesday Afternoon,” etc.), along with more of their
greatest hits! Add our fabulous fireworks and you’ve
got an opening night to remember. SUN | SEP 3 | 7:30PM
Proceeds support the LA Phil and its education and community programs.
JOHN WILLIAMS:
MAESTRO OF THE MOVIES
SAT | JUN 24 Los Angeles Philharmonic
6:30PM PRE-SHOW | 8PM FILM John Williams, conductor • David Newman, conductor
Continuing a beloved Bowl tradition, legendary composer
SING-A-LONG SOUND OF MUSIC
John Williams returns to conduct many of his greatest
Melissa Peterman, host moments of movie music magic. David Newman kicks off
Calling all nuns, goat herders and baronesses: sing along with the evening with more of the best in film music. A selection
Maria and wave your Edelweiss (from the complimentary of clips will be featured on the big screen.
Fun-Pack)! Bark at Rolf! Snuggle up with Gretel and join in
choruses of “My Favorite Things,” all along with thousands of
fans who love the Oscar®-winning movie as much as you do! SUN | SEP 17 | 6PM
CAFÉ TACVBA
SUN-MON-TUE | JUL 2-3-4 | 7:30PM
LA SANTA CECILIA • MON LAFERTE
JULY 4TH FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR Additional artists to be announced
WITH PENTATONIX Celebrating a triumphant new release, Café Tacvba, the
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra undisputed leader of Mexico City’s alt-rock scene, will
Thomas Wilkins, conductor close an epic celebration of our diverse Latin American
communities. L.A.’s own Grammy®-award winning La Santa
Celebrate Independence Day with two-time Grammy®-
Cecilia brings a modern hybrid of Latin culture, rock and
winning a cappella group Pentatonix, whose hits include
world music. Chilean songstress Mon Laferte with her raw
arrangements of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” “Dance of
and deeply layered voice integrates boleros with pop, rock
the Sugar Plum Fairy” and “Daft Punk.” The Hollywood Bowl
and melancholic lyrics.
Orchestra joins the multi-platinum-selling recording artists
This program is part of Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA, an initiative of the Getty with arts institutions
for three spectacular evenings of patriotic music, thrilling across southern California. The presenting sponsor is Bank of America. Major support provided through
fireworks and fun! Half off for kids 12 and under. grants from the Getty Foundation.
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JAZZ AT
THE BOWL
The ever-evolving influence of jazz is reflected
in this diverse range of celebrated and emerging
artists, guided by our Creative Chair for Jazz,
the legendary Herbie Hancock.
ELLA FITZGERALD AND
DIZZY GILLESPIE JILL SCOTT HERBIE HANCOCK GENTE DE ZONA
JZ1 4 WEDNESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM JZ2 4 WEDNESDAY EVENINGS AT 8PM
JUL 19 ELLA AND DIZZY: 100 YEARS, 1,000 MEMORIES AUG 9 GENTE DE ZONA
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Vince Mendoza, conductor ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO’S TRIBUTE TO CELIA CRUZ
Andra Day, Leslie Odom, Jr., Lizz Wright, Regina Carter, special guests
Pedrito Martinez, special guest
A Dizzy 100th Celebration All-Star Band
THE PEDRITO MARTINEZ GROUP
Jon Faddis, conductor/trumpet
Charles McPherson, Lewis Nash, Peter Washington, special guests Latin Grammy®-winning Gente de Zona mixes reggaetón with traditional Cuban styles
An all-star Gillespie big band tears it up with Dizzy’s original charts, followed by for an exuberant party complete with dancers, horns and more. “Africa’s premier diva”
today’s vocal stars and musicians performing classics from Ella’s songbook years Angélique Kidjo brings her eclectic mix to honor Cuba’s Celia Cruz, and Pedrito
with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra. Martinez (Grammy® nominee) and his group open with their celebrated blend of Latin
jazz and world influences.
AUG 23 HERBIE HANCOCK
AUG 2 THE BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA
KAMASI WASHINGTON
Additional artist to be announced
Known for singlehandedly resurrecting “rockabilly” in the ’80s and “swing” in the Continuing to re-imagine jazz, the ever-ingenious Oscar®- and multiple Grammy®-winning
’90s, three-time Grammy®-winner Brian Setzer and his orchestra celebrate their pianist Herbie Hancock will bring his newest mind-blowing explorations to life with his
25th anniversary with this landmark show. Don’t miss this world-class guitarist and amazing band. L.A. native Kamasi Washington’s groundbreaking debut album The Epic
band leader, with his 19-piece rockin’ big band! and his stunning live performances around the world have brought the legacy of 20th-
century jazz to a new cohort of millennial hip-hop fans and more.
SEP 6 QUINCY JONES: THE A&M YEARS
AUG 16 JILL SCOTT
Christian McBride, musical director • John Clayton, conductor
ROBERT GLASPER EXPERIMENT with special guests Dave Grusin, Sean Jones, Hubert Laws, Grégoire Maret,
Lewis Nash, Lee Ritenour, Alfredo Rodriguez, Valerie Simpson, plus an
Singer, poet and actress, Philadelphia native Jill Scott makes her Bowl debut with
all-star big band
her powerful mix of sensual R&B, jazz, hip-hop and spoken word. The Robert Glasper
Experiment’s organic, genre-jumping mix of R&B and hip-hop, rooted in jazz, will be RICHARD BONA & MANDEKAN CUBANO
firing on all cylinders!
LEE ENGLAND JR. & THE SOUL ORCHESTRA
Tonight we shine a light on three masterful A&M jazz albums from Quincy Jones –
Walking in Space, Gula Matari and Smackwater Jack – from a peak creative time in his
life that mirrored a transition in jazz history. Opening the evening are artists who are
AUG 30 TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE
examples of Quincy’s prodigious ear for talent.
ST. PAUL & THE BROKEN BONES
Additional artist to be announced
SEP 13 STEVE WINWOOD
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue’s brass-knuckle live show blends rock riffs
and horn solos with the rolling groove of a New Orleans parade, while Alabama’s MAVIS STAPLES
high-octane soul band St. Paul & The Broken Bones will blow up the stage with its
homegrown mix of retro and modern blues, soul and gospel. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and rhythm & blues multi-instrumentalist
Winwood digs deep into his treasure trove of ’60s British rock classics, as well as his
hits “When You See a Chance” and “Back in the High Life” and other vintage gems.
2016 Kennedy Center Honoree Mavis Staples (“I’ll Take You There,” “Respect Yourself,”
and more) promises a joyful, spiritual opening set of unmatched gospel and rhythm &
blues masterpieces.
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SUNDAY
KCRW’s
SUNSET
WORLD
ZIGGY MARLEY
CONCERTS
FESTIVAL
Our eclectic performing arts series
brings you the annual Broadway
musical, a spectacular fireworks Contemporary stars and traditional

finale, and more! artists from around the globe.
CHRIS BOTTI JEWEL SOLANGE
SU3 4 SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 7:30PM SU1 3 SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 7PM
REGGAE NIGHT XVI
JUL 23 SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM JUN 18
ZIGGY MARLEY WITH ORCHESTRA • THE SPECIALS
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine U-ROY
Los Angeles Philharmonic • Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
Youth Orchestra Los Angeles (YOLA), special guest
Seven-time Grammy®-winner Ziggy Marley makes his orchestral debut playing an
Cast to be announced unforgettable set of his and his father Bob Marley’s music. U.K.’s legendary ska band
From Follies and Into the Woods to A Little Night Music and Sweeney Todd, Stephen The Specials deliver inspired and rousing musical anarchy.
Sondheim’s umpteen Broadway masterpieces assure him a permanent spot among
the very top creators of the American musical. You won’t want to miss this “funny, JUL 9 BLONDIE • GARBAGE
affectionate and revealing tribute to musical theater’s greatest living composer
and lyricist” (USA Today). Dudamel leads this cabaret-style journey through the SKY FERREIRA
extraordinary life and career of Stephen Sondheim.
In the ultimate co-bill, two highly influential forces of nature – Blondie and Garbage –
Benefits YOLA and other LA Phil educational initiatives rock the stage with their timeless sounds of punk, disco, rock, and pop. L.A.’s own Sky
Ferreira opens the show with her rebellious synth pop, rock and new wave sound.
AUG 27 PINK MARTINI featuring China Forbes and Storm Large
JUL 30 MAMMA MIA!
CHARO
Music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson
Book by Catherine Johnson The internationally beloved Portland band blends genres from cool standards to hot
Kathleen Marshall, director and choreographer swing with style to burn; the one and only Charo opens the show.
All-star cast to be announced
The Bowl’s annual staged musical visits the 2001 international phenomenon about a SU2 3 SUNDAY EVENINGS AT 7PM
young woman’s plot to uncover the identity of her father among three of her mother’s
former loves all invited to her wedding on a Greek island. Mamma Mia! – filled with
ABBA’s timeless songs, including “Dancing Queen” and “Voulez Vous” – will have you
singing, dancing and having the time of your life! JUN 25 SEU JORGE – THE LIFE AQUATIC:
A TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
AUG 13 CHRIS BOTTI • JEWEL Accompanied by an orchestra for the first time, Brazilian troubadour Seu Jorge
celebrates and honors Bowie’s catalog through the lens of his role in Wes Anderson’s
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor
classic film The Life Aquatic; his classic Brazilian samba sets the stage.
One is the multiple Grammy®-winning, contemporary jazz/pop trumpeter known for his
lush melodies and improvisations. The other is the multi-platinum, songwriting folk/pop/ AUG 6 BELLE AND SEBASTIAN • SPOON
country storyteller with her versatile vocals and guitar. Each acclaimed artist will join
the orchestra for their own set of enchanting, emotionally honest songs. Additional artist to be announced
Beloved Scottish band Belle and Sebastian deliver delicate melodies over ’60s-inspired
folk-pop. Austin’s Spoon return in support of Hot Thoughts, their bravest, most sonically
inventive album to date.
SEP 10 FIREWORKS FINALE: THE MUPPETS TAKE THE BOWL
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor COSMIC JOURNEY
SEP 24
It’s time to get things started, to light the lights…the iconic and beloved Muppets will SOLANGE
perform a sensational, inspirational live show you’ll never forget! Join Kermit the
Plus BLOOD ORANGE and special guests KING • KELELA • MOSES SUMNEY •
Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, The Great Gonzo and the rest of the zany Muppet
gang, including – fresh off their triumphant festival performance – Dr. Teeth and The KELSEY LU and more
Electric Mayhem, with legendary rock drummer Animal, for this once-in-a-lifetime Powerful and inspiring and with a No. 1 record closing out last year, Grammy®-
experience. All this, plus special surprise guests and fireworks! nominated Solange guides and curates a divine musical journey with soulful special
guests to create a historic night at the Hollywood Bowl. The evening will feature
Dev Hynes’ Blood Orange, finding power in danger and exploring provocative themes.
Celebrate the diversity of experimentation within R&B, folk and jazz with this musical
collective of friends and genre-defying artists.
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FOOD + WINE PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine – brought to life by culinary partners Suzanne Goin PARKING AT THE BOWL
and Caroline Styne of celebrated restaurants Lucques, a.o.c., Tavern and The
Order now with your subscription!
Larder – launched last summer to great acclaim. This season, we’ll continue to
evolve the offerings, and you won’t want to miss taking advantage of this integral Drive yourself and park in an on-site stacked parking lot. Parking is limited and the
part of the Bowl experience! lots fill up fast, so arrive early. Parking starts at $19/car, per concert.
OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
Leave the driving to us!
Available for purchase online or at 323.850.2000, beginning February 10.
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.
Park & Ride Lots are available in these locations:
Arcadia East L.A. Rowland Heights † Torrance
†Chatsworth El Monte * Santa Monica Westchester
Culver City †Lakewood Sherman Oaks † Westwood
Downey †Pasadena
†available for Playboy Jazz Festival *available at a later date
BOWL SHUTTLE: NEAR THE BOWL
Park free at most close-to-the-Bowl Shuttle
Supper in Your Seats Marketplaces
Lots* and take a Shuttle to the main gate.
Enjoy delicious, complete meals, served Seasonal grab-and-go foods, sweets,
$6/person round trip.
at your box seats. You can place your specialty sandwiches, salads, cheese &
Lots A & B Ventura Blvd., near Lankershim
orders for the season beginning at the charcuterie plates, sushi, beer and wine.
Lot C L.A. Zoo parking lot
end of April.
*Lot D Hollywood & Highland Center
(parking fee required)
Street Food
Restaurants *Lot E Union Station
From tacos and wood-fired pizza to
(parking fee required)
Two full-service restaurants, the rotisserie chicken sandwiches,
backyard and The Wine Bar by a.o.c., a variety of delicious options are
METRO
offer unforgettable dining experiences available throughout the Bowl.
with one-of-a-kind menus. Ride the Metro and simplify your trip! Exit at Union Station (Shuttle Lot E),
Hollywood/Highland (Shuttle Lot D) or Universal (Shuttle Lots A and B) and
Bring Your Own finish your trip with a Shuttle Ride. The TAP Card discount is no longer available.
Picnic Baskets Purchase Shuttle tickets at the bus or online ahead of time.
You can also bring your own food and
Let us pack your picnic! Just pre-order, drinks to enjoy at your seats or at any
pick up and enjoy in your seats. of our 14 picnic areas.
INFORMATION
Using either the Bowl website or app, you will have access
Visit HollywoodBowl.com/FoodandWine for more information.
to maps and complete information detailing your transportation
and parking options. HollywoodBowl.com/GettingThere
Hollywood Bowl
NEW THIS SUMMER mobile app
PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES
We can’t wait for you to enjoy the completely renovated Box Office Plaza, All Bowl parking, including accessible parking, is limited and often sells out in advance. Other
which will feature a stylish Marketplace, a gorgeous Bowl Store, a modernized accessible options include Park & Ride buses and transportation from Shuttle Lots (see above).
Box Office, an expanded picnic area and more! For more information, call 323.850.2000.
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