Hollywood 2016

Opened: May 18, 2016
Closing: June 12, 2016

Hollywood - 2016 - Regional (US) History , Info & More

La Jolla Playhouse
2910 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla, CA 92037

In 1922, famed director William Desmond Taylor is found murdered in his home. The celebrity suspects mount as the headlines explode with lurid reports of love triangles, hush money and deception. Enter Will Hays, Hollywood's newly-appointed moral watchdog, determined to silence the scandal and purify this increasingly corrupt city. Based on the true story of Taylor's unsolved murder, Hollywood is a world-premiere noir thriller from Tony Award-winning playwright Joe DiPietro.

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Violin Superstar Joshua Bell Returns to the Lied Center for VOICE AND THE VIOLIN
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 25, 2024


Renowned violinist Joshua Bell makes a highly anticipated return to the Lied Center.

Review Roundup: Rachel McAdams Stars In MARY JANE Opening Tonight on Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2024


Film star Rachel McAdams comes to Broadway in Manhattan Theatre Club’s Broadway premiere of Mary Jane, written by Pulitzer Prize finalist Amy Herzog. Read the reviews!

Ensemble For These Times Announces Winners of 2023 Call For Scores With Luna Composition Lab Alums
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Award-winning SF contemporary chamber group Ensemble for These Times has announced three commissions to Luna Composition Lab alums as part of the group's two-year collaborative Call for Scores.

Ensemble For These Times Announces Its 2024 Call For Scores For SOLO PIANO
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Ensemble for These Times has announced its 2024 Call for Scores for solo piano. SF contemporary chamber group seeks submissions for acoustic piano works to be performed by Dale Tsang at the Berkeley Piano Club in 2025. Submissions accepted from July 1-15, 2024.

The Original Music From Punchdrunk's THE BURNT CITY is Now Available
by Stephi Wild - Apr 22, 2024


For the first time, an original soundtrack from a Punchdrunk show is available. Released by The Vinyl Factory, the album is available from today!

New Jersey Symphony Summer Season to Feature GODFATHER, BAAHUBALI, Free Parks Concerts, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 23, 2024


The New Jersey Symphony will present two epic films in concert with the score played live by the orchestra this summer, as well as concerts in the parks, a concert featuring emerging composers and a free preview concert of the upcoming 2024–25 season.

2024 Queerly Festival to Take Place This Summer At UNDER St. Marks
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 19, 2024


Join the 2024 Queerly Festival at UNDER St. Marks this summer. Learn more about the programming and see how to purchase tickets.

Amy Grant to Perform at the Palace Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024


CAPA will welcome Christian and pop music icon Amy Grant to the Palace Theatre in October. Learn more about the performer and see how to purchase tickets.

Rachel Zegler & Kit Connor Will Star in Sam Gold-Directed ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway
by Joshua Wright - Apr 16, 2024


Following yesterday's social media tease, BroadwayWorld can confirm Rachel Zegler (Steven Spielberg's West Side Story) and Kit Connor (Netflix's Heartstopper) will star as Juliet and Romeo respectively in a revival of William Shakespeare's most famous play on Broadway this fall.

Mark Ruffalo and Jessica Hecht to Star in IRONWEED at BAM
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024


On May 17th BAM will present IRONWEED: An Evening of Art & Humanity, based on William Kennedy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Dan Lauria and Patty McCormack Will Lead the Off Broadway Premiere of JUST ANOTHER DAY at Theater555
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024


Coming next month is the off-Broadway premiere of Just Another Day, a play by Dan Lauria about wonderful old friends who may not even know each other, but who relive and celebrate a life together…maybe. A limited engagement (through June 30), previews begin on Friday, May 3 at 7:00 p.m. with an official opening on Sunday, May 12 at 2:00 p.m. at off-Broadway's Theater555.

COME FROM AWAY Returns To Los Angeles To Make Its Hollywood Pantages Theatre Premiere
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Experience the heartwarming musical COME FROM AWAY as it makes its premiere at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles. Don't miss this Broadway sensation's return to LA.

Review: DISASTER! THE MUSICAL At Georgetown Palace Theatre
by Lynn Beaver - Apr 12, 2024


The Georgetown Palace production is jammed full of talent and fun with a brilliant cast and crew. DISASTER! THE MUSICAL quite simply highlights what the Palace does best, technically difficult shows that make us roar with laughter.

LA LA LAND Director Damien Chazelle Lands Next Film at Paramount
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 11, 2024


Time to return to the city of angels! According to reports, Damien Chazelle, renowned director of La La Land and Whiplash, will be rejoining with Paramount for his next feature. Currently untitled and with no plot details released, the film is scheduled to be released sometime during between 2025 and 2026.

Kevin Hart Comes to Thalia Mara Hall in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 11, 2024


Kevin Hart comes to Thalia Mara Hall on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Learn more about the show here!

Universal Music Publishing Signs Classical Music Icon Andrea Bocelli To Exclusive, Global Publishing Agreement
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2024


Universal Music Publishing Group has announced that legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli has been signed to an exclusive, global publishing agreement through UMPG's Classics & Screen department.

Martin McDonagh's HANGMEN Comes to Santa Paula Theater Center
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2024


Santa Paula Theater Center has announced the second Main Stage show of Season 2024, Martin McDonagh’s HANGMEN, from April 12th - May 12th, 2024 with performances on Friday and Saturday Evenings at 8:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:30 PM.

Playthings Theatre of New York to Present DORIAN'S WILD(E) AFFAIR Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024


Playthings Theatre of New York and executive producer Preston Ridge will present private industry readings (by invitation only) of Dorian’s Wild(e) Affair. Learn more about the show.

Listen: Bernadette Peters Would Rather Play Sweeney Todd Than Mrs. Lovett
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 2, 2024


Listen to Bernadette Peters as she shares which Sondheim role she would like to play and more in a new interview in which she talks about Sweeney Todd, her past work and more!

See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Julien's Auctions Nets $4 Million & New World Record With Marilyn Monroe Pucci Dress, Burial Crypt
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 31, 2024


Julien's Auctions sets a new world record with the sale of Marilyn Monroe's Pucci dress and burial crypt, netting over $4 million in their Playboy Hefner x Marilyn Monroe event.

Meet the Cast of UNCLE VANYA, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024


Uncle Vayna is back this season courtesy of Lincoln Center Theater. This version of the play features a new translation by Heidi Schreck and is directed by Lila Neugebauer.  Meet the cast of Uncle Vanya here!

Krysta Rodriguez & More to Perform at Signature Theatre Gala Honoring Nathan Lane
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 27, 2024


On April 29, 2024, Signature Theatre will honor icon of stage and screen Nathan Lane with the company’s thirteenth Stephen Sondheim Award. Learn more!

See Nicole Henry, Andrea McArdle & More at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2024


Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Bucks County Playhouse Reveals Finalists for South Asian Artistic Initiative Playwrighting Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 22, 2024


Bucks County Playhouse has revealed the three original plays that will be featured in the inaugural South Asian Artistic Initiative Playwrighting Festival. Learn more about the festivals!

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