WICKED

Now through Jan 29, 2012

Back by “Popular” demand. Los Angeles’ most “popular” musical flies back to the Pantages Theatre for the holiday season after a record-breaking two-year run. Called “a phenomenon that keeps growing” by The Los Angeles Times and “the defining musical of the decade” by The New York Times, WICKED tells the story of two girls who meet in the land of Oz. One – born with emerald green skin – is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good makes for “America’s must-see musical”. (Orange County Register )

Runs: 2 hrs 45 mins (including intermission)       Ages: Recommended for 8 & up; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

KATHY GRIFFIN

February 3 - 4, 2012

Kathy Griffin has added a second Los Angeles date due to the overwhelming demand from her area fans. The double Emmy winner, Grammy nominee and New York Times Best Selling author will now perform at the Pantages Theatre on Saturday, February 4, 2012 in addition to her previously announced show on Friday, February 3rd. As with her previous stops in the City of Angels, Griffin will delight her L.A. fans with her outrageous candor and rapid fire wit. She will have more stories, more dish, more of what she shouldn't say but you know you want to hear.

Runs: 3 Hours       Ages: Mature Audiences; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

Monty Python's SPAMALOT

February 28 - March 4, 2012

The funniest show on earth is back to taunt Los Angeles for a second time! Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical, Monty Python’s SPAMALOT, the musical comedy sensation lovingly ripped off from the film classic “Monty Python and The Holy Grail,” now returns to spread laughter and cheer throughout the kingdom. Monty Python’s SPAMALOT tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. But before they can find their grail, they’re taking a little side-trip to the fair city of Los Angeles.

Runs: 2 Hours Including Intermission       Ages: Some dialogue and situations may be inappropriate for knights and damsels under the age of 12; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

JERRY SEINFELD LIVE!

March 16 & 17 at 7pm & 9:30pm

Due to popular demand, America's premier comedian is hitting the road in a return to his first love - stand-up comedy. Hailed as "the master stand-up comic of his generation" and "the best comedian of our time" in a Washington Post article by Tom Shales, Seinfeld has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.

Ages: All Ages (children under 5 will not be admitted to the theatre)

ROCK OF AGES

March 20 - 25, 2012

The worldwide party musical ROCK OF AGES features a mix of 28 rockin’ 80’s tunes including DON’T STOP BELIEVIN’, WE BUILT THIS CITY, THE FINAL COUNTDOWN, WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE, HERE I GO AGAIN, CAN’T FIGHT THIS FEELING and I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS. In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA’s most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80’s. It’s five time 2009 Tony nominee ROCK OF AGES, an arena-rock love story told through the mind blowing, face-melting hits of JOURNEY, NIGHT RANGER, STYX, REO SPEEDWAGON, PAT BENATAR, TWISTED SISTER, POISON, ASIA, WHITESNAKE and many more. Don’t miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

Runs: 2 Hours and 20 Minutes       Ages: Ages 14 and Up (Everyone must have a ticket; children under 5 will not be admitted to the theatre)

MAMMA MIA!

March 27 - April 8, 2012

MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it’s your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ABBA’s greatest hits, including “Dancing Queen,” “S.O.S.,” “Super Trouper,” “Take A Chance on Me” and “The Winner Takes It All,” with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship. Whether it’s your first visit or your fourteenth, see the show that has the whole world coming back for more, because every time feels like the first time at MAMMA MIA!

Runs: 2 Hours and 40 Minutes (including intermission)       Ages: Recommended for Ages 5 and Up; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

BILLY ELLIOT THE MUSICAL

April 11 - May 13, 2012

LOS ANGELES IS ABOUT TO BE ELECTRIFIED BY BROADWAY’S “BEST MUSICAL OF THE DECADE” –Time Magazine
Thrilling audiences worldwide and winning ten 2009 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, “THE BEST SHOW YOU WILL EVER SEE” (New York Post ) is coming to LA! Billy Elliot the Musical is a joyous celebration of one young boy’s journey to make his dreams come true. Ben Brantley of The New York Times calls Billy Elliot the Musical “THE MOST INSPIRING SHOW I’VE SEEN IN YEARS.” Set in a small town, the story follows Billy as he stumbles out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class, discovering a surprising passion that inspires his family and his whole community. Based on the international smash-hit film, Billy Elliot the Musical is brought to life by a phenomenal cast of 45 and the Tony Award-winning creative team – director Stephen Daldry, choreographer Peter Darling and writer Lee Hall – along with music legend Elton John, who has written what the New York Post calls “HIS BEST SCORE YET!” A big musical with an even bigger heart, Billy Elliot the Musical will enchant the dreamer in all of us.

Runs: 2 Hours and 50 Minutes       Ages: Recommended for Ages 8 and Up - Some Adult Language; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

THE ADDAMS FAMILY

June 5-17, 2012

The weird and wonderful family comes to devilishly delightful life in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. This magnificently macabre new musical comedy is created by Jersey Boys authors Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, Drama Desk-winning composer/lyricist Andrew Lippa (The Wild Party ), choreographer Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys) and Olivier Award-winning director/designers Phelim McDermott & Julian Crouch (Shockheaded Peter ) with creative consultation by four-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Zaks. This is definitely not the same old song and dance. It’s every parent’s nightmare. Your little girl has suddenly become a young woman, and what’s worse, has fallen deliriously in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Yes, Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has a “normal” boyfriend, and for parents Gomez and Morticia, this shocking development will turn the Addams house downside up. It’s a family portrait that’s completely off the wall.

Runs: 2 Hours and 30 Minutes (Including 15 Minute Intermission)       Ages: Recommended for Ages 7 and Up; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET

June 19 - July 1, 2012

MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the smash hit Broadway musical, inspired by the true story of the famed recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. On December 4, 1956, these four young musicians were gathered together by Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ’n’ Roll” at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions of all time. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring timeless hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Matchbox,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog” and more. This thrilling musical brings you inside the recording studio with four major talents who came together as a red-hot rock ‘n’ roll band for one unforgettable night. Don’t miss your chance to be a fly on the wall of fame...at MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET!

Runs: 1 Hour and 50 Minutes (No Intermission)       Ages: Recommended for Ages 6 and Up; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

LA CAGE AUX FOLLES

July 10 - 22, 2012

Winner of three Tony Awards® including the award for BEST MUSICAL REVIVAL, this hilarious new production of LA CAGE AUX FOLLES was the biggest hit of the 2010 Broadway season, leaving audiences in stitches night after night! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES tells the story of Georges, the owner of a glitzy nightclub in lovely Saint-Tropez, and his partner Albin, who moonlights as the glamorous chanteuse Zaza. When Georges’ son brings his fiancée’s conservative parents home to meet the flashy pair, the bonds of family are put to the test as the feather boas fly! LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is a tuneful and touching tale of one family’s struggle to stay together ... stay fabulous ... and above all else, stay true to themselves! With a glorious score of hummable melodies and a dynamite cast featuring the “notorious and dangerous Cagelles,” LA CAGE AUX FOLLES is an indisputable musical comedy classic...and this extraordinary new version shows you why!

Runs: 2 Hours and 40 Minutes (including intermission)       Ages: Recommended for Ages 10 and Up; no one under 5 admitted to the theatre

STEPHANIE MILLER'S SEXY LIBERAL COMEDY TOUR

Saturday, July 28, 2012 at 8pm

Following the success of her 2011 tour with sold-out performances nationwide, Stephanie Miller’s Sexy Liberal Tour will appear on Saturday, July 28 at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood for one final engagement. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will go to the Trevor Project, the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services. The show will also feature special guest stars to be announced later.

Runs: 3 Hours

MEMPHIS

July 31 - August 12, 2012

TURN UP THAT DIAL ... From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. Inspired by actual events, MEMPHIS is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves – filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock ‘n’ roll. Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, MEMPHIS, which played pre-Broadway at the La Jolla Playhouse, features a Tony-winning book by Joe DiPietro (I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change) and a Tony-winning original score with music by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan. Directing is Tony nominee Christopher Ashley (Xanadu), and choreography is by Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys ). Get ready to experience Broadway’s most exciting new destination – what AP calls “The very essence of what a Broadway musical should be.”

Runs: 2 Hours and 30 Minutes (including intermission)       Ages: Recommended for Ages 12 and Up;no one under 5 admitted to the theatre