Opera Performances in Los Angeles

Classical opera, touring productions, renowned performers, and live performances in Los Angeles.

Updated: July 16, 2026
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Los Angeles hosts 30 upcoming opera performances, including classical opera, touring productions, and renowned performers, with tickets starting from $64 and averaging $273, across venues throughout Los Angeles, CA. Next up: October 17, 2026 at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Schedules updated as of July 16, 2026.

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Upcoming Performances
Oct 17
Next Performance
$64
Lowest Price
$273
Average Price
Next Performance Starts in:
Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
Oct 17 · 6:00 PM · Los Angeles, CA
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Opera Schedule 2026–2027

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Upcoming Opera Performance: 30
  • Oct
    17
    2026
    6:00 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $70Avg. price ~ $273Tickets Available: 59
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  • Oct
    25
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $75Avg. price ~ $28418 tickets remaining!
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  • Oct
    29
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    OPERA
    Best Value
    Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $64Avg. price ~ $29416 tickets remaining!
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  • Nov
    01
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $120Avg. price ~ $325Tickets Available: 83
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  • Nov
    04
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    OPERA
    Best Value
    Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $65Avg. price ~ $32416 tickets remaining!
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  • Nov
    07
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Carmen
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $67Avg. price ~ $23018 tickets remaining!
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  • Nov
    21
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Best Value
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Candide
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $68Avg. price ~ $156Tickets Available: 80
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  • Nov
    29
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Candide
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $116Avg. price ~ $59614 tickets remaining!
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  • Dec
    02
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    OPERA
    Best Value
    Los Angeles Opera: Candide
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $68Avg. price ~ $257Tickets Available: 78
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  • Dec
    05
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Candide
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $96Avg. price ~ $64512 tickets remaining!
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  • Dec
    10
    2026
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    OPERA
    Los Angeles Opera: Candide
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $191Avg. price ~ $66312 tickets remaining!
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  • Dec
    13
    2026
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Candide
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $221Avg. price ~ $66912 tickets remaining!
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  • Feb
    27
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $86Avg. price ~ $461Tickets Available: 50
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  • Mar
    07
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $95Avg. price ~ $236Tickets Available: 36
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  • Mar
    10
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    OPERA
    Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $145Avg. price ~ $239Tickets Available: 30
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  • Mar
    13
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $95Avg. price ~ $325Tickets Available: 44
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  • Mar
    18
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    OPERA
    Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $145Avg. price ~ $239Tickets Available: 30
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  • Mar
    21
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Nabucco
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $95Avg. price ~ $229Tickets Available: 32
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  • Apr
    17
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $98Avg. price ~ $472Tickets Available: 43
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  • Apr
    24
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Sat
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $95Avg. price ~ $472Tickets Available: 48
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  • Apr
    29
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Thu
    OPERA
    Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $145Avg. price ~ $333Tickets Available: 44
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  • May
    02
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    High Demand
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $109Avg. price ~ $458Tickets Available: 47
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  • May
    05
    2027
    7:30 PM
    Wed
    OPERA
    Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $145Avg. price ~ $476Tickets Available: 48
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  • May
    09
    2027
    2:00 PM
    Sun
    OPERA
    Weekend Event
    Los Angeles Opera: Turandot
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion • 3197 seats
    Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
    location90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue,  Los Angeles, CAlocation90012, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, US
    From $95Avg. price ~ $472Tickets Available: 46
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Opera Type Description & Examples
🎼 Classical Opera Traditional productions including Carmen, La Traviata, Tosca, and The Magic Flute.
🌎 Touring Productions National and international opera companies performing special engagements.
✨ Contemporary Opera Modern productions featuring contemporary compositions and interpretations.
🎭 Concert Opera Semi-staged and concert-style opera performances.
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Opera Accessible productions designed for audiences of all ages.
⭐ Special Events Galas, anniversary productions, and special opera showcases.

Opera Venues

Theaters, opera houses, and performing arts centers in Los Angeles and nearby areas.
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion
Los Angeles, CA
Arena
Upcoming Performances: 30
Next Event: Oct 17, 2026
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About Opera in Los Angeles

Classical and contemporary opera performances

Opera schedules may include classical productions, contemporary works, touring companies, concert performances, seasonal events, and special presentations throughout the year. Planning your first opera visit? Explore the Los Angeles Opera Visitor Guide for helpful information about tickets, seating, dress code, parking, accessibility, etiquette, and visitor tips before the performance.

Opera FAQ

Answers to common opera questions

What opera performances are available in Los Angeles?

Opera schedules may include classical productions, contemporary works, touring companies, concert performances, and special events.

How often is the opera schedule updated?

Performance schedules are updated regularly as new productions, venues, dates, and ticket information become available.

Which opera productions are most popular?

Popular productions often include Carmen, La Traviata, The Magic Flute, Tosca, Madama Butterfly, and La Bohème.

Are opera performances suitable for first-time attendees?

Yes. Many productions provide subtitles, program guides, and accessible introductions for new audiences.

Can I compare tickets for opera performances?

Yes. Listings may include seating options, premium tickets, VIP experiences, and ticket availability.

Which venues host opera performances?

Opera performances are commonly held at opera houses, theaters, and performing arts centers.

Are touring opera companies included?

Yes. Schedules may include local organizations, national tours, and internationally recognized opera companies.

Are performances available outside Los Angeles?

Yes. Listings may include nearby suburbs, regional venues, and cultural destinations within driving distance.

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