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April 16, 2026 2:52 p.m.
Beneath spotlights, actress Sara Porkalob is pictured mid-performance with blue and pink lights illuminating the panel behind her. The show “Dragon Mama,” directed by Andrew Russell, is the second chapter in Porkalob’s familial trilogy, the “Dragon Cycle.” (Courtesy of Jeff Lorch)
This post was updated April 16 at 8:55 p.m.
The next generation in the “Dragon Cycle” is lighting up the stage.
Sara Porkalob’s solo show “Dragon Mama” – directed by Andrew Russell – is the second in a matrilineal trilogy based on the star’s family following “Dragon Lady” and preceding the in-development “Dragon Baby.” “Dragon Mama” made its Los Angeles premiere March 4 and will play at the Geffen Playhouse through April 26.
By Eleanor Meyers and Reid Sperisen
Arts
April 12, 2026 8:00 p.m.Concert preview: Spring brings flourish of must-see live performances, bloom of fresh sounds
Spring is back and so are bright performances.
With a variety of genres, this quarter’s live scene has been taken over by experienced acts. Making their way back to the stage, these iconic artists are sure to capture their crowds from the first note.
By Reid Sperisen, Abby Shewmaker, Amelia Chief, Paige Kun, and Victoria Munck
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April 8, 2026 7:39 p.m.Album preview: Genre-crossing albums bridge emotions, creativity
This post was updated April 12 at 7:43 p.m.
The sun is coming out again and is bringing long-awaited releases.
Music icons are blooming this spring with exciting new projects.
By Eleanor Meyers, Victoria Munck, Kiara Mack, Abby Shewmaker, and Julia Kinion
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April 5, 2026 5:07 p.m.First-year student Nori Kai releases second studio album ‘Wish You Had’
This post was updated April 5 at 8:05 p.m.
Nori Kai’s work ethic is as nonstop as her flow.
The first-year music industry student from Albuquerque, New Mexico, released her second studio album, “Wish You Had,” in January – just seven months after her debut record, “Wistful Thinking,” in May of 2025.
By Parsa Arshi
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March 31, 2026 10:40 p.m.Album review: Robyn’s ‘Sexistential’ gives listeners ‘Dopamine’ despite 29-minute runtime
Robyn is finally back and injecting fresh dopamine into listeners’ ears right on cue.
The 46-year-old Swedish pop artist’s ninth LP “Sexistential” was released March 27.
By Reid Sperisen
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March 11, 2026 4:01 p.m.Music Video Roundup: Genre-spanning artists, intricate music videos steal the winter season spotlight
Despite transitioning to a new season, winter will be frozen in time through these music videos.
Winter became the season for anticipated releases, and, accompanying these projects were creative music visuals.
By Victoria Munck, Kiara Mack, Brooke Reilly, Daniela Fogliano, and Julia Kinion
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March 8, 2026 8:45 p.m.LA Opera’s ‘Akhnaten’ slowly submerges viewers in sound, detailed visuals
As an audience member accurately put it, “Akhnaten” is quite a trip.
Curtains rose on the LA Opera’s newest masterpiece at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion Feb. 28, where it will remain until its sweeping finale March 22.
By Eleanor Meyers
Arts
March 7, 2026 1:32 p.m.Album review: Harry Styles’ ‘Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally.’ ultimately misses the beat
This post was updated March 8 at 7:59 p.m.
Harry Styles’ new record is a half-step in the right direction, but the musician still needs some “Taste Back.”
The British superstar’s fourth solo album – titled “Kiss All The Time.
By Reid Sperisen
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