Expert recommendations of the top dance, theater, and classical music venues.
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Cornerstone Theater
Community theater with rural roots settled in L.A. in 1992 with a special concept: the company works in and with low-income neighborhoods like Watts, Pacoima, and Boyle Heights to develop universal storylines that bring visitors places they wouldn't ordinarily see. Tickets vary; sometimes it's pay-what-you-can, with a suggested donation of $20. 708 Traction Ave.; tel. +1 213 613 1700; www.cornerstonetheater.org
Los Angeles Opera
Placido Domingo is general director of this world-class opera. Features lighter productions such as The Marriage of Figaro, Madama Butterfly, even Stephen Sondheim's A Little Night Music. Guest talent has included Cecilia Bartoli and Renee Fleming. Tickets from $20. 135 N. Grand Ave.; tel. +1 213 972 8001; www.losangelesopera.com
L.A. Philharmonic
World-class orchestra long led by charismatic Finnish composer Esa Pekka-Salonen (in late 2008, he will pass the baton to 26-year-old Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel). Performances in the Walt Disney Concert Hall or the newly restored, 18,000-seat Hollywood Bowl. Orchestral concert tickets from $17. 111 S. Grand Ave.; tel. +1 323 850 2000; www.laphil.com
Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra
40-member orchestra founded by Sir Neville Marriner to give musicians in film and recording studios a live outlet for their talents. Venues vary; tickets from $17. Tel. +1 213 622 7001; www.laco.org
Vibrato Jazz and Grill
Grammy-winning Herb Alpert's elegant jazz venue in Bel-Air has custom acoustics and energizing sets—often by renowned performers. Seafood features strongly on a surprisingly good menu. 2930 N. Beverly Glen Circle; tel. +1 310 474 9400; www.vibratogrilljazz.com
