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SHAHAM PLAYS JOHN WILLIAMSStéphane Denève, conductor Gil Shaham, violin

John WILLIAMS Sound the Bells! John WILLIAMS Violin Concerto RESPIGHI Fountains of Rome RESPIGHI Pines of Rome

Acclaimed soloist Gil Shaham performs the Violin Concerto (1976) by renowned film composer John Williams, who uses 20th-century harmonies similar to Bartók and Walton to create a powerful, emotional work. The evening culminates with the uplifting power and color of Respighi’s Fountains and Pines.

JUL 25

DUDAMEL & STARS OF BALLETGustavo Dudamel, conductor Misty Copeland, Marcelo Gomes, Sergei Polunin, Natalia Osipova, dancers

Program to be announced

Our classical season leaps into action as Gustavo Dudamel conducts an enchanting evening of beloved ballet scores selected to showcase some of the most celebrated stars of dance.

JUL 11

“NEW WORLD” SYMPHONYKen-David Masur, conductor Inon Barnatan, piano

L. BOULANGER D’un matin de printemps Alan FLETCHER Piano Concerto (LA Phil commission) DVORÁK Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”

One of the most popular symphonies ever written, with its America-inspired melodies and atmosphere combining dramatic energy and quiet nostalgia, Dvorák’s beloved “New World” Symphony reaffirms its reputation as a perennial favorite.

SEP 5

ALL-MENDELSSOHNKarina Canellakis, conductor Martin Chalifour, violin

MENDELSSOHN A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Overture Violin Concerto in E minor Symphony No. 4, “Italian”

A remarkable young conductor makes her Bowl debut leading three of Mendelssohn’s most appealing works, all acknowledged masterpieces. The LA Phil’s Principal Concertmaster takes the spotlight for Mendelssohn’s brilliant concerto.

AUG 8

THE PLANETS WITH DUDAMELGustavo Dudamel, conductor Pekka Kuusisto, violin Women of the Los Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director

Daníel BJARNASON Violin Concerto (world premiere, LA Phil commission) HOLST The Planets

Gustav Holst never imagined how popular and ubiquitous his colorful musical vision of the planets would become, but it will make for ideal listening under the night sky.

AUG 22

RACHMANINOFF’S THIRD CONCERTOKrzysztof Urbanski, conductor Behzod Abduraimov, piano

RACHMANINOFF Piano Concerto No. 3 MUSSORGSKY Pictures at an Exhibition

Faced with the finger-bending pyrotechnics of his Third Concerto, even Rachmaninoff needed to practice up to pull it off. Enthusiastic audiences around the world have verified this astonishing virtuoso from Uzbekistan has it well in hand.

AUG 15

JOSHUA BELL & THE LA PHILBramwell Tovey, conductor Joshua Bell, violin

STRAVINSKY Fireworks LALO Symphonie espagnole STRAVINSKY Petrushka

It’s always a treat to hear Joshua Bell at the Bowl, especially in such a melody-filled work as Symphonie espagnole. Tovey delights with two works by Stravinsky.

AUG 29

YO-YO MA PLAYS BACHYo-Yo Ma, cello

BACH The Six Cello Suites

This unprecedented solo recital (the Philharmonic has the night off) features timeless music for unaccompanied cello by J.S. Bach played by a consummate master. One musician, 18,000 spellbound fans.

SEP 12

BEETHOVEN’S NINTH WITH DUDAMELGustavo Dudamel, conductor Amanda Majeski, J’Nai Bridges, Issachah Savage, Ryan Speedo Green, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director

COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9

Dudamel’s all-consuming love of music drives him to invest every note with meaning and new life. Don’t miss it when he leads Beethoven’s epic Ninth Symphony, the first piece he performed as Music Director of the LA Phil.

JUL 18

MIRGA & LA MERMirga Gražinyte-Tyla, conductor Beatrice Rana, piano

DEBUSSY Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun TCHAIKOVSKY Piano Concerto No. 1 SIBELIUS Scene with Cranes and Valse triste DEBUSSY La mer

What a thrill to hear Mirga bring out all the colors and life in La mer, the great Impressionist symphony and one of Debussy’s supreme achievements!

AUG 1

CLASSICAL TUESDAYSThe Los Angeles Philharmonic performs with Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, guest conductors and virtuosic soloists.

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TCHAIKOVSKY & LISZTRafael Payare, conductor Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano

LISZT Piano Concerto No. 2 TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 5

With his stage-commanding flair and virtuosic technique, Thibaudet is a born Lisztian, so you won’t want to miss his authoritative performance of Liszt’s innovative Romantic concerto. Then Tchaikovsky’s rip-roaring “Fate” symphony fills the night air with impassioned riffs.

JUL 27

DUDAMEL & MOZART’S REQUIEMGustavo Dudamel, conductor Miah Persson, soprano Christianne Stotijn, mezzo-soprano David Portillo, tenor John Relyea, bass Los Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director

John ADAMS Harmonium MOZART Requiem

Gustavo conducts a very special night of choral works, beginning with Adams’ transporting settings of John Donne and Emily Dickinson. Then, the Requiem everybody knows and loves – which has inspired so many stories and speculation – yields its power and beauty. Not to be missed!

AUG 24

SINGIN’ IN THE RAIN: FILM WITH ORCHESTRADavid Newman, conductor

Music by Nacio Herb Brown (songs) and Arthur Freed

If you ever wanted to experience one of the greatest movie musicals of all time – starring Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds – while a live orchestra performs all that unforgettable music, your time has come!

SEP 7

ALL-VIVALDINicholas McGegan, conductor Simone Porter, violin Sherezade Panthaki, soprano Justine Aronson, soprano Tim Mead, countertenor Pacific Chorale John Alexander, artistic director

VIVALDI Violin Concerto in G major, Op. 4, No. 3 Stabat Mater Violin Concerto in A minor, Op. 4, No. 4 Gloria

Audience favorite Nicholas McGegan leads a program of Vivaldi hits, including the magnificent Gloria and the heart-breaking Stabat Mater, featuring the richly emotive voice of countertenor Tim Mead.

AUG 10

BEETHOVEN’S NINTH WITH DUDAMELGustavo Dudamel, conductor Amanda Majeski, J’Nai Bridges, Issachah Savage, Ryan Speedo Green, soloists Los Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director

COPLAND Fanfare for the Common Man BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9

Dudamel’s all-consuming love of music drives him to invest every note with meaning and new life. Don’t miss it when he leads Beethoven’s epic Ninth Symphony, the first piece he performed as Music Director of the LA Phil.

JUL 13

GERSHWIN UNDER THE STARSBramwell Tovey, conductor Aaron Diehl, piano

GERSHWIN Strike Up The Band GERSHWIN “I Got Rhythm” Variations ELLINGTON Night Creature GERSHWIN An American in Paris

The ever-charming Tovey leads an all-American program focused on the extraordinary music of George Gershwin. We’re delighted to have jazz virtuoso Aaron Diehl as soloist for Gershwin’s tricky Variations.

AUG 17

ALL-BEETHOVENBramwell Tovey, conductor Pierre-Laurent Aimard, piano

BEETHOVEN Piano Concerto No. 1 Symphony No. 3, “Eroica”

It’s virtually impossible to beat Beethoven at the Bowl. For this evening, the brilliant Frenchman Aimard dives into the resplendent First Concerto, which is followed by one of the most revolutionary and thrilling symphonies Beethoven ever wrote.

AUG 31

ALL-MOZARTNicholas McGegan, conductor Kristóf Baráti, violin

MOZART Overture to Idomeneo Violin Concerto No. 5 Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”

The ever-enchanting Nicholas McGegan closes the classical season with miraculous Mozart. The program, which includes his last violin concerto and his final symphony, showcases the sublime achievement of Salzburg’s favorite son.

SEP 14

DUDAMEL CONDUCTS WAGNERGustavo Dudamel, conductor Los Angeles Master Chorale Grant Gershon, artistic director

Stirring choral and instrumental selections from Wagner’s mythic music dramas: Tannhäuser, The Flying Dutchman, and Die Meistersinger.

JUL 20

SOUND THE TRUMPET!Vasily Petrenko, conductor Alison Balsom, trumpet

STRAUSS Don Juan HUMMEL Trumpet Concerto in E-flat STRAUSS Also sprach Zarathustra

Hear the world’s reigning trumpet queen playing Hummel’s iconic concerto. The entire evening is built around the rich brass sounds so beloved by Strauss, concluding with the tone poem that will forever be linked to Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece, 2001, A Space Odyssey.

AUG 3

The Los Angeles Philharmonic performs with Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, guest conductors and virtuosic soloists.

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BRYAN FERRY WITH

ORCHESTRAHollywood Bowl Orchestra Thomas Wilkins, conductor

CÉCILE McLORIN SALVANTIn his Bowl debut, the iconic British singer-songwriter performs live with orchestra many highlights and hits from his extensive career, both as a solo artist and with Roxy Music. Opening will be McLorin Salvant, a young jazz singer with an old soul and truly captivating vocals.

FRI | AUG 25

GIPSY KINGSThe Grammy®-winning band behind “Bamboléo” celebrates 25+ years of flamenco, salsa, and pop fusion perfection in their distinctive style that’s guaranteed to get the party started!

AUG 25-26 One night only! One night only!

HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABANTM – IN CONCERTLos Angeles Philharmonic • Justin Freer, conductor

The Harry Potter™ phenomenon continues with the third film of the series. Our 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 7-8 TONY BENNETT & DUDAMELLos Angeles Philharmonic • Gustavo Dudamel, 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 and his jazz quartet. Witness history in the making!

JUL 14-15

DIANA KRALL 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 miss one of the Bowl’s most romantic evenings under the stars.

AUG 11-12

MAMMA MIA!Music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson Book by Catherine Johnson Kathleen Marshall, director and choreographer

All-star cast to be announced

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 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!

JUL 28-29

KOOL & THE GANG

MORRIS DAY & THE TIME

VILLAGE PEOPLEWhat a night for a “Celebration”! Legendary disco kings the Village People open with their unforgettable songs and energetic dance moves. Morris Day & the Time deliver their straight-up old-school funk. And the one-and-only Kool & the Gang cap the night with hit after hit!

JUL 21-22

JOHN WILLIAMS: MAESTRO OF THE MOVIESLos Angeles Philharmonic • John Williams, conductor • David Newman, conductor

Continuing a beloved Bowl tradition, legendary composer John Williams returns to conduct many of his greatest moments of movie music magic. David Newman kicks off the evening with more of the best in film music. A selection of clips will be featured on the big screen.

SEP 1-2

RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK – IN CONCERT Los Angeles Philharmonic • David Newman, conductor

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 thrilling film is shown in HD on the Bowl’s big screen.

AUG 4-5

FIREWORKS FINALE: THE MUPPETS TAKE THE BOWLHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor

It’s time to get things started, to light the lights…the iconic and beloved Muppets will perform a sensational, inspirational live show you’ll never forget! Join Kermit the 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 Electric Mayhem, with legendary rock drummer Animal, for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. All this, plus special surprise guests and fireworks!

SEP 8-9

TCHAIKOVSKY SPECTACULAR WITH FIREWORKS Los Angeles Philharmonic • Bramwell Tovey, conductor Elena Urioste, cello • Thomas Mesa, violin USC Trojan Marching Band • Arthur C. Bartner, director

TCHAIKOVSKY Dances and interludes from Eugene Onegin, The Nutcracker, and The Sleeping Beauty • Variations on a Rococo Theme • 1812 Overture

The witty Bramwell Tovey is this year’s host for an evening of delightful dances, orchestral interludes (including the ravishing violin Entr’acte from The Sleeping Beauty), and a scintillating cello showpiece (the Rococo Variations), capped by the thrilling 1812 Overture with pyrotechnics!

AUG 18-19

WEEKEND SPECTACULARSStellar names from Hollywood, Broadway, pop music and beyond present unique evenings you’ll find only at the Bowl!

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TONY BENNETT THE MUPPETS KOOL & THE GANG

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SAT | JUN 24 6:30PM PRE-SHOW | 8PM FILM

SING-A-LONG SOUND OF MUSICMelissa Peterman, host

Calling all nuns, goat herders and baronesses: sing along with Maria and wave your Edelweiss (from the complimentary 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!

THU | JUL 6 | 8PM

HARRY POTTER AND THE CHAMBER OF SECRETSTM – IN CONCERTLos Angeles Philharmonic • Justin Freer, conductor

The Harry Potter™ film series is a once-in-a-lifetime cultural phenomenon that continues to delight millions around the world. Experience the second film in the series in high definition on our big screen while John Williams’ unforgettable music is performed live-to-picture. 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)

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SAT-SUN | JUN 10-11 | 3PM

PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL

GREGORY PORTER

CORINNE BAILEY RAE

COMMON

KENNY GARRETT

HUDSON with Jack DeJohnette, Larry Grenadier, John Medeski, John Scofield

TAJMO’: THE TAJ MAHAL & KEB’ MO’ BANDand many more!

GEORGE LOPEZ host

P L A Y B O Y J A Z Z F E S T I V A L

THU | JUN 15 | 8PM

PHOENIX

THE LEMON TWIGSAdditional artist to be announced

Grammy®-winning French pop rock band Phoenix returns to the Bowl with their emotionally upbeat sound and infectious hooks. N.Y.’s teenage buzz band of brothers, The Lemon Twigs, open.

SUN | SEP 3 | 7:30PM

JOHN WILLIAMS: MAESTRO OF THE MOVIESLos Angeles Philharmonic John Williams, conductor • David Newman, conductor

Continuing a beloved Bowl tradition, legendary composer John Williams returns to conduct many of his greatest moments of movie music magic. David Newman kicks off the evening with more of the best in film music. A selection of clips will be featured on the big screen.

SUN | SEP 17 | 6PM

CAFÉ TACVBA

LA SANTA CECILIA • MON LAFERTEAdditional artists to be announced

Celebrating a triumphant new release, Café Tacvba, the undisputed leader of Mexico City’s alt-rock scene, will close an epic celebration of our diverse Latin American communities. L.A.’s own Grammy®-award winning La Santa Cecilia brings a modern hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music. Chilean songstress Mon Laferte with her raw and deeply layered voice integrates boleros with pop, rock and melancholic lyrics.This program is part of Pacific Standard Time: LA/LA, an initiative of the Getty with arts institutions across southern California. The presenting sponsor is Bank of America. Major support provided through grants from the Getty Foundation.

SUN | AUG 20 | 6PM

SMOOTH SUMMER JAZZ

DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS

OHIO PLAYERS

EPK WITH EUGE GROOVE, PETER WHITE & KEIKO MATSUI

MORGAN JAMESFrom the classic smooth jazz of Dave Koz to the funky sounds of the Ohio Players and more, prepare yourself for a laid-back, groove-filled midsummer evening.

SUN | JUL 16 | 7PM

JACK JOHNSONAfter selling out the Bowl on his last two visits, Hawaii-born singer/songwriter/surfer Jack Johnson returns with his sunny acoustic style and positive, uplifting, and socially conscious lyrics – the perfect soundtrack to a summer night.

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OPENING NIGHT WITH THE MOODY BLUESHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor

What better way to launch the Bowl season than with the 50th anniversary of The Moody Blues’ world-shattering 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.Proceeds support the LA Phil and its education and community programs.

SUN-MON-TUE | JUL 2-3-4 | 7:30PM

JULY 4TH FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR WITH PENTATONIXHollywood Bowl Orchestra Thomas Wilkins, conductor

Celebrate Independence Day with two-time Grammy®-winning a cappella group Pentatonix, whose hits include arrangements of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” and “Daft Punk.” The Hollywood Bowl Orchestra joins the multi-platinum-selling recording artists for three spectacular evenings of patriotic music, thrilling fireworks and fun! Half off for kids 12 and under.

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GENTE DE ZONA

ANGÉLIQUE KIDJO’S TRIBUTE TO CELIA CRUZPedrito Martinez, special guest

THE PEDRITO MARTINEZ GROUPLatin Grammy®-winning Gente de Zona mixes reggaetón with traditional Cuban styles for an exuberant party complete with dancers, horns and more. “Africa’s premier diva” Angélique Kidjo brings her eclectic mix to honor Cuba’s Celia Cruz, and Pedrito Martinez (Grammy® nominee) and his group open with their celebrated blend of Latin jazz and world influences.

AUG 9

HERBIE HANCOCK

KAMASI WASHINGTONContinuing to re-imagine jazz, the ever-ingenious Oscar®- and multiple Grammy®-winning pianist Herbie Hancock will bring his newest mind-blowing explorations to life with his amazing band. L.A. native Kamasi Washington’s groundbreaking debut album The Epic 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.

AUG 23

TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE

ST. PAUL & THE BROKEN BONESAdditional artist to be announced

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 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.

AUG 30

JILL SCOTT

ROBERT GLASPER EXPERIMENTSinger, poet and actress, Philadelphia native Jill Scott makes her Bowl debut with 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 firing on all cylinders!

AUG 16

THE BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRAAdditional artist to be announced

Known for singlehandedly resurrecting “rockabilly” in the ’80s and “swing” in the ’90s, three-time Grammy®-winner Brian Setzer and his orchestra celebrate their 25th anniversary with this landmark show. Don’t miss this world-class guitarist and band leader, with his 19-piece rockin’ big band!

AUG 2

STEVE WINWOOD

MAVIS STAPLESRock 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.

SEP 13

QUINCY JONES: THE A&M YEARS Christian McBride, musical director • John Clayton, conductor with special guests Dave Grusin, Sean Jones, Hubert Laws, Grégoire Maret, Lewis Nash, Lee Ritenour, Alfredo Rodriguez, Valerie Simpson, plus an all-star big band

RICHARD BONA & MANDEKAN CUBANO

LEE ENGLAND JR. & THE SOUL ORCHESTRATonight 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 examples of Quincy’s prodigious ear for talent.

SEP 6

ELLA AND DIZZY: 100 YEARS, 1,000 MEMORIESHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Vince Mendoza, conductor Andra Day, Leslie Odom, Jr., Lizz Wright, Regina Carter, special guests

A Dizzy 100th Celebration All-Star Band Jon Faddis, conductor/trumpet Charles McPherson, Lewis Nash, Peter Washington, special guests

An all-star Gillespie big band tears it up with Dizzy’s original charts, followed by today’s vocal stars and musicians performing classics from Ella’s songbook years with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.

JUL 19

JAZZ AT THE BOWLThe 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.

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JILL SCOTT ELLA FITZGERALD AND DIZZY GILLESPIE GENTE DE ZONA HERBIE HANCOCK

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SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIMMusic and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine

Los Angeles Philharmonic • Gustavo Dudamel, conductor Youth Orchestra Los Angeles (YOLA), special guest

Cast to be announced

From Follies and Into the Woods to A Little Night Music and Sweeney Todd, Stephen 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, affectionate and revealing tribute to musical theater’s greatest living composer and lyricist” (USA Today). Dudamel leads this cabaret-style journey through the extraordinary life and career of Stephen Sondheim.Benefits YOLA and other LA Phil educational initiatives

JUL 23

MAMMA MIA!Music and lyrics by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson Book by Catherine Johnson Kathleen Marshall, director and choreographer

All-star cast to be announced

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 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!

JUL 30

CHRIS BOTTI • JEWELHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor

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/country storyteller with her versatile vocals and guitar. Each acclaimed artist will join the orchestra for their own set of enchanting, emotionally honest songs.

AUG 13

REGGAE NIGHT XVI

ZIGGY MARLEY WITH ORCHESTRA • THE SPECIALS

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Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor

Seven-time Grammy®-winner Ziggy Marley makes his orchestral debut playing an unforgettable set of his and his father Bob Marley’s music. U.K.’s legendary ska band The Specials deliver inspired and rousing musical anarchy.

JUN 18

BLONDIE • GARBAGE

SKY FERREIRA

In the ultimate co-bill, two highly influential forces of nature – Blondie and Garbage – 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.

JUL 9

PINK MARTINI featuring China Forbes and Storm Large

CHARO

The internationally beloved Portland band blends genres from cool standards to hot swing with style to burn; the one and only Charo opens the show.

AUG 27

BELLE AND SEBASTIAN • SPOONAdditional 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.

AUG 6

SEU JORGE – THE LIFE AQUATIC: A TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE Hollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor

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 classic film The Life Aquatic; his classic Brazilian samba sets the stage.

JUN 25

COSMIC JOURNEY

SOLANGE

Plus BLOOD ORANGE and special guests KING • KELELA • MOSES SUMNEY • KELSEY LU and more

Powerful and inspiring and with a No. 1 record closing out last year, Grammy®-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.

SEP 24

FIREWORKS FINALE: THE MUPPETS TAKE THE BOWLHollywood Bowl Orchestra • Thomas Wilkins, conductor

It’s time to get things started, to light the lights…the iconic and beloved Muppets will perform a sensational, inspirational live show you’ll never forget! Join Kermit the 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 Electric Mayhem, with legendary rock drummer Animal, for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. All this, plus special surprise guests and fireworks!

SEP 10

KCRW’s WORLD FESTIVALContemporary stars and traditional artists from around the globe.

SUNDAY SUNSET CONCERTSOur eclectic performing arts series brings you the annual Broadway musical, a spectacular fireworks finale, and more!

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ZIGGY MARLEY

METRO

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 finish your trip with a Shuttle Ride. The TAP Card discount is no longer available. Purchase Shuttle tickets at the bus or online ahead of time.

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 fill 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.

OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

Leave the driving to us! Available for purchase online or at 323.850.2000, beginning February 10.

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)

Lot E Union Station (parking fee required)

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INFORMATION

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.

Park & Ride Lots are available in these locations:

†available for Playboy Jazz Festival *available at a later date

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ArcadiaChatsworthCulver CityDowney

East L.A. El MonteLakewoodPasadena

Rowland HeightsSanta MonicaSherman Oaks

TorranceWestchesterWestwood

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FOOD + WINE

NEW THIS SUMMER

Hollywood Bowl Food + Wine – brought to life by culinary partners Suzanne Goin and Caroline Styne of celebrated restaurants Lucques, a.o.c., Tavern and The 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 part of the Bowl experience!

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Bring Your OwnYou can also bring your own food and drinks to enjoy at your seats or at any of our 14 picnic areas.

Supper in Your SeatsEnjoy delicious, complete meals, served at your box seats. You can place your orders for the season beginning at the end of April.

MarketplacesSeasonal grab-and-go foods, sweets, specialty sandwiches, salads, cheese & charcuterie plates, sushi, beer and wine.

Street FoodFrom tacos and wood-fired pizza to rotisserie chicken sandwiches, a variety of delicious options are available throughout the Bowl.

Visit HollywoodBowl.com/FoodandWine for more information.

RestaurantsTwo full-service restaurants, the backyard and The Wine Bar by a.o.c., offer unforgettable dining experiences with one-of-a-kind menus.

Picnic BasketsLet us pack your picnic! Just pre-order, pick up and enjoy in your seats.

We can’t wait for you to enjoy the completely renovated Box Office Plaza, which will feature a stylish Marketplace, a gorgeous Bowl Store, a modernized Box Office, an expanded picnic area and more!

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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 COMMUNITYSEASON SPONSORS

The Los Angeles Philharmonic Associationthanks the Los Angeles County Board ofSupervisors for its valued cooperation incontinuing to bring great music to thepeople of Los Angeles: Mark Ridley-Thomas,Second District and Chair; Hilda L. Solis, First District; Sheila Kuehl, Third District;Janice K. Hahn, Fourth District; Kathryn Barger, Fifth District.The Hollywood Bowl thanks the LosAngeles County Metropolitan TransportationAuthority for its support of the Park &Ride program, and our many sponsors anddonors for their generosity.

The Music & Artistic 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 HCall 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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Phoenix The Lemon

Twigs

Thu JUN 15

Opening Night with

The Moody Blues

Sat JUN 17

John Williams: Maestro of the Movies

SunSEP 3

Café TacvbaLa Santa Cecilia

Mon LaferteSun

SEP 17

Sing-A-Long Sound of Music

Sat JUN 24

Smooth Summer

JazzSun

AUG 20

Jack Johnson

SunJUL 16

Harry Potter & the Chamber of SecretsTM –

in Concert

ThuJUL 6

Two-day price Available MAR 7

One-day price

THANK YOU

Playboy Jazz Festival Sat JUN 10 & Sun JUN 11

2017

Sun-MonJUL 2-3

Tue JUL 4

Children 12 and under

(JUL 2-3)

Children 12 and under

(JUL 4)

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 with

Pentatonix

July 4th Fireworks Spectacular

with Pentatonix

Pool Circle $352 $176 $64 H n/a $266 † $133 † $270 † $135 † $378 † $85 $312 † $378 † $85

Garden Boxes* 352 176 64 H $87 149 74.50 152 76 147 85 121 147 85

Terrace Boxes 352 176 64 $170 82 129 64.50 152 76 130 75 108 130 60

Side Boxes* 352 176 64 170 82 129 64.50 152 76 130 75 108 130 60

SuperSeats* 150 75 64 98 60 68 34 72 36 68 65 61 68 60

Ramps* 150 75 64 98 60 68 34 72 36 68 75 61 68 60

Sec D, E* 112 50.50 58 60 47 49 30.50 53 33 61 60 42 49 55

Sec G2, J2* 112 50.50 58 60 47 49 30.50 53 33 61 55 42 49 55

Sec F, K* 112 50.50 50 60 39 37 23 40 25 46 50 34 37 48

Sec M, N 86 38.50 50 50 34 30 19 34 21 38 45 28 30 48

Sec L, P 80 36 50 38 27 25 15.50 28 17.50 29 45 22 23 45

Sec R, S, T 72 32.50 34 38 22 22 13.50 24 15 26 40 18 21 45

Sec Q, U 66 29.50 34 29 19 19 12 22 13.50 24 40 14 19 35

Sec W 46 23 28 31 14 18 9 23 11.50 18 35 16 18 20

Sec V, X 42 21 28 26 12 14 7 18 9 14 25 14 14 20

Sec D, E* 112 50.50 58 60 47 49 30.50 53 32 61 60 42 49 55

Sec G2, J2* 86 38.50 50 50 34 30 19 34 20.50 38 45 28 30 20

Sec F* 46 23 28 31 14 18 9 23 11 18 35 16 18 20

Sec K* 42 21 28 26 12 14 7 18 9 14 25 14 14 20

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3 Sundays(SU1 or SU2)

5 Saturdays(SA1 or SA2)

All 10Saturdays (SA)

SUNDAY SUNSET JAZZ KCRW’s WORLD

FESTIVAL

Garden Boxes $588H $484 • $360 •

Terrace Boxes A, B 520H 416 318

SuperSeats 272 248 192

Benches D, E 244 192 159

Benches G2, J2 244 192 159

Benches D, E244 192 159

SuperSeats0

Benches G2, J2 152 140 108

Garden Boxes $1,470H $1,550H $735H $775H

Terrace Boxes A, B 1,300H 1,360H 650H 680H

SuperSeats 680 720 340 360

Benches D, E 610 660 305 330

Benches G2, J2 610 660 305 330

Benches D, E610 660 305 330

SuperSeats

Benches G2, J2 380 420 190 210

Garden Boxes $1,160 • $580 •

Terrace Boxes A, B 1,010/820 505/410

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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See our interactive seating chart, views, and choices of seats (boxes, benches, or SuperSeats) online.

Programs, artists, prices and dates subject to change

WEEKENDS

CLASSICAL

4 Sundays(SU3)

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