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The Story Behind “Appalachian Spring,” the Ballet
Explore the history of Appalachian Spring, a ballet commissioned by Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge, composed by Aaron Copland, and choreographed by Martha Graham.
How Achinta McDaniel Has Been Exploring Bollywood and More in LA for Over 15 Years
Achinta McDaniel, Artistic Director of Blue13 Dance Company, discusses upcoming performances at The Wallis Center. The shows blend various dance styles and challenge Indian dance stereotypes.
Celebrating 40 Years of Lula Washington Dance Theatre
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, the Lula Washington Dance Theatre presents a program exploring social issues with new works by renowned choreographers. Performances at the Wallis Annenberg Center.
The 19th Amendment Gave Women the Right To Vote. Here’s How LA Dancers Are Celebrating its Centennial.
"Ford Theaters celebrates the 19th Amendment's centennial with 'Women Rising', a dance program featuring nine LA companies. The event honors women choreographers and their contributions to modern dance."
Thomas Adés, Wayne McGregor, and More Unite for an Unprecedented Premiere
"Adés & McGregor: A Dance Collaboration" features Thomas Adés, The Royal Ballet, and others on July 12-13. The event includes three ballets, two world premieres, and a return of the LA Philharmonic.
A Big Success at KUSC’s First Orange County Kids Discovery Day
KUSC's first Kids Discovery Day at Bowers Museum saw nearly 2,000 Orange County kids enjoy live classical music, dance, and arts activities. The event was a collaborative success.
Celebrating 5 Years of Jacob Jonas The Company and Their Unique Take on Dance
Jacob Jonas The Company concludes its residency at The Wallis with performances on May 10-11, featuring contemporary ballet, breakdance, and acrobatics. Includes two world premieres.
Dance Dance Dance!
Can a spider bite make you dance into a frenzy? Twirling skirts and stomping boots. It's time to dance.
Humans have been dancing, getting down, cutting a rug since... forever, from the ancient cave drawing to Prom.
A Playlist to Celebrate All Things Fall
Explore the beauty of autumn through music with this curated list of compositions inspired by the season's warm colors, chilly weather, and melancholic mood.
Classical Music and Its Powerful Effect on the Brain
Explore the transformative impact of music on the brain with Classical California host Brisa Siegel and USC's Brain and Creativity Institute. Discover how music shapes young minds.
Trippy Tales in Classical Music
Explore the connection between altered states of consciousness and music composition, featuring works by Berlioz, Hildegard of Bingen, and Schumann.
Chapman Challenge: What’s the Spookiest Instrument?
In this Chapman Challenge, Alan discusses the spookiest instruments in honor of Halloween, highlighting the eerie sounds of the theremin and the scary potential of violins.
Classical California and the LA Phil – 2024-2025 Season
Join Classical California KUSC at the Walt Disney Concert Hall this Season!
10 More Composers With Latin American Roots You Should Know
Explore the lives and works of ten influential female composers from Latin America, spanning various genres and periods, from opera to electronic music.
