Coming Soon: The Best of LA Apr. 14-20, 2025
This week is bookended by Coachella festivals, with the first weekend of the annual gathering in the desert happening on April 11 through 13 and the second convening between April 18 and April 20. That means you’ll see the most activity for the week of April 14 on the weeknights, when many of the artists on the music festival’s lineup are scheduled to play in Los Angeles or Pomona. Some of those shows, like British sensation Lola Young at the Fonda, electronic music duo Maribou State at The Roxy and Belfast-based hip-hop outfit Kneecap at the Glass House are already sold out. Still, a number of the Coachella-related shows still have tickets and we’ve listed some of those below.
But, it’s not all about Coachella this week. Julión Alvarèz begins his three-night stint at SoFi Stadium, AC/DC stops at the Rose Bowl on Friday night and Krush Groove takes over Kia Forum on Saturday. Meanwhile, award-winning play Furlough’s Paradise makes its West Coast premiere this weekend and composer Carlos Simon’s Good News Mass world premieres with the LA Phil on Thursday. On the sports front, NHL’s regular season comes to close as both MLB and college baseball kicks into high gear. All that is to say, there’s a lot happening in Los Angeles between April 14 and April 20, so keep reading for the highlights.
Goldie - The Fonda (April 14)
Goldie - the legendary British DJ and producer who helped popularize drum and bass in the 1990s - and his live band are only playing a handful of live dates in the U.S., including The Fonda Theatre in Hollywood on Monday, April 14. This show is a must for fans of drum and bass and breakbeat! Tickets to the 18+ show at AXS.
Together Pangea - El Rey (April 14)
LA indie rockers Together Pangea head home briefly between Coachella dates to play the El Rey Theatre on Monday, April 14. They’ll be joined by Spanish garage punks Prison Affair, who are also in town for the music festival. Tickets to the all-ages show at AXS.
UCLA vs. Oregon State - Jackie Robinson Stadium (April 15)
Before he was a Dodger, Jackie Robinson was a Bruin, where he lettered in baseball, football, basketball and track. On April 15, celebrate Jackie Robinson Day at UCLA when the Bruins play the Oregon State Beavers in the stadium named in honor of the baseball great and civil rights icon. Tickets at the UCLA website.
Dodgers vs. Rockies - Jackie Robinson Day (April 15)
Tuesday, April 15 is Jackie Robinson Day, the date that marks 78 years since the baseball legend began his trailblazing career as the first Black player in the major leagues. The Dodgers will commemorate the day with Jackie Robinson jerseys that will be given away to the first 40,000 ticketed guests. Tuesday night is the second of three home games against the Colorado Rockies; first pitch is scheduled for 7:10pm.
GloRilla - The Novo (April 15)
With hits like “Yeah Glo!” and “Wanna Be” to her credit, GloRilla is one of Coachella’s must-see artists this year. She’s also playing The Novo at L.A. LIVE on Tuesday, April 15, with opening sets from Real Boston Richey and Queen Key. Tickets to the all-ages show at AXS, with VIP and AXS Premium tickets available.
Speed - The Roxy (April 15)
Tuesday night’s lineup at The Roxy packs the eclecticism of this year’s Coachella festival into a single small venue show. From Australia, Speed plays classic hardcore punk with a metal edge. Detroit’s HiTech follow in the city’s techno tradition with an added dose of hip-hop. Openers Leave No Doubt won’t be playing the festival and you will want to check out this local punk band as well. Tickets to the all-ages show at AXS.
Miike Snow - The Glass House (April 15)
Miike Snow, the Swedish group featuring Christian Karlsson and Pontus Winnberg of ‘00s hitmaker production team Bloodshy & Avant, make a stop in Pomona between Coachella weekends on Tuesday, April 15. Their headlining gig at The Glass House will be the synthpop outfit’s first time playing the venue since 2010. Tickets to the all-ages show at Dice.
The Big Lebowski: An Evening with the Dude - Orpheum Theatre (April 16)
See The Big Lebowski with The Dude himself when Jeff Bridges heads to The Orpheum Theatre in Downtown LA to share stories, pictures and more with the audience following the April 16 screening of the cult classic. Tickets for the Wednesday night event are on sale at Ticketmaster and going fast!
Furlough’s Paradise - Geffen Playhouse (Apr. 16 - May 18)
a.k. payne’s Susan Smith Blackburn Prize-winning play, Furlough’s Paradise, makes its West Coast Premiere at the Geffen Playhouse in Westwood Village in a production directed by Tinashe Kajese- Bolden and starring NAACP Theatre Award winner Kacie Rogers and She’s Gotta Have It star Dewanda Wise. Furlough’s Paradise will run through May 18, with preview nights beginning on Wednesday, April 16. This play is recommended for ages 12 and older and children under the age of 10 will not be admitted.
Saint JHN - The Novo (April 16)
Best known for his 2019 hit “Roses,” Saint JHN recently dropped his fourth album, Festival Season, and appropriately, is playing Coachella this year. He’ll also drop by The Novo on Wednesday, April 16 for a more intimate club set with support from Jordan Hawkins. Tickets to the all-ages show at AXS.
Julie - Glass House (April 16)
Amongst the most exciting artists playing Coachella this year are West Coast shoegaze outfit Julie and East Coast dance duo Fcukers. The two will co-headline Pomona’s Glass House on Wednesday night for one of Coachella week’s can’t-miss shows. Tickets to the all-ages show at Dice.
Kings vs. Flames - Crypto.com Arena (April 17)
Originally scheduled for January 8, the Kings game against the Calgary Flames will take place on Thursday, April 17 and will also be First Responders Appreciation Night. Tickets are still available, so don’t miss out on LA’s last game of the NHL’s regular season. Puck drop is at 6:30pm.
"Manzanar, Diverted" - NHM (April 17)
The Natural History Museum's Green Screen: Our Planet on Film series continues on Thursday, April 17 with Manzanar, Diverted, which follows the efforts of Native Americans, Japanese Americans and environmentalists in preserving the land and history of Owens Valley. Filmmaker Ann Kaneko will participate in a Q&A session following the screening.
"I Know Catherine, The Log Lady" - Egyptian Theatre (April 17)
For Twin Peaks fans, Catherine Coulson is an icon. The actor and close friend of the late David Lynch played the Log Lady in the beloved television series, and a new documentary screening at the Egyptian Theatre recounts her return to the role shortly before Coulson’s death in 2015. The screening closes out This Is Not a Fiction Film Festival at American Cinematheque.
"Good News Mass" - Walt Disney Concert Hall (April 17-18)
Gustavo Dudamel conducts the world premiere of Good News Mass on Thursday, April 17. Composed by Carlos Simon and commissioned by the LA Phil, Good News Mass merges the influences of gospel music, African American composers Mary Lou Williams and Florence Price; and the Catholic requiem mass. Performances will take place on both Thursday and Friday.
Naruto: The Symphonic Experience - Peacock Theater (April 17)
Anime series Naruto has endured as a pop culture phenomenon long after its initial run in the ‘00s. On Thursday night, fans of the show’s score, composed by Toshio Masuda, can hear it, as well as the series’ opening and closing themes, performed by an orchestra against a backdrop of footage compiled from 220 Naruto episodes.
Beth Gibbons - Orpheum Theatre (April 17)
Last year, Portishead vocalist Beth Gibbons released her debut solo album, Lives Outgrown, which was subsequently nominated for the prestigious Mercury Prize. This year, she’s playing Coachella and then making a midweek stop in LA to headline the historic Orpheum Theatre in Downtown LA. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Ravi Coltrane - REDCAT (April 18)
GRAMMY-nominated musician and composer Ravi Coltrane heads to REDCAT on Friday, April 18, where the saxophonist will be joined by Adam Rogers (guitar), Scott Colley (bass) and Jeff “Tain” Watts (drums). The performance coincides with Alice Coltrane, Monument Eternal, the Hammer Museum’s exhibition focusing on the influential musician, who is also Ravi Coltrane’s mother.
Angel City FC vs. Gotham FC - BMO Stadium (April 18)
It’s West Coast versus East Coast at BMO Stadium on Friday night when Angel City FC takes on NJ/NY Gotham FC. The April 18 match will mark ACFC’s Earth Day celebration as well as Dodgers Night, featuring a first-time collab baseball hat with the two home teams.
AC/DC - Rose Bowl Stadium (April 18)
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers AC/DC are back in black for their first U.S. tour in nine years! The North American leg of the Power Up Tour, named for their hit 2020 album, will continue the band’s trek across some of the world’s most venerable stadiums. For their only LA date, they’ll play Pasadena’s landmark Rose Bowl Stadium. Don’t miss out, tickets at Ticketmaster.
Krush Groove - Kia Forum (April 19)
Hip-hop festival Krush Groove returns to Kia Forum on Saturday, April 19, with a stacked lineup led by The Game, who’s celebrating the 20th anniversary of debut The Documentary. Also on the bill are Bone Thugs-n-Harmony - with all five members of the group appearing - as well as Redman and Method Man, Baby Mash, MC Magic, Lil Rob, Paul Wall and Cali Swag District. Tickets at Ticketmaster.
Mix Master Mike - The Venice West (April 20)
A legend on the turntables, Mix Master Mike is a founding member of the influential DJ collective Invisibl Skratch Piklz who came to wider acclaim for his work on Beastie Boys albums like Hello Nasty and as the band’s touring DJ. Catch him on the decks at The Venice West on Sunday night. Tickets at Tixr, VIP table reservations are available.