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opera IN the PARK
Live from the LA Opera Stage to the Big Screen at
Loma Alta Park in Altadena
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Pre-show activities begin at 4:30pm
Broadcast begins at 7:30pm
Shuttle service runs from 4:00pm-11:00pm
Loma Alta Park: 3330 N Lincoln Ave, Altadena, CA 91001
Lights, camera, action: Gather your blankets and lawn chairs, pack your picnic, and come experience the music and drama of West Side Story under the stars. Countless fans know and love Leonard Bernstein’s landmark work with songs like “America,” “Somewhere,” and “I Feel Pretty”, but few have seen it like this. Originally conceived as an opera, we’re paying tribute to Bernstein’s impact with the grand operatic treatment. New York City’s West Side is split between the Jets and the Sharks—but these warring gangs never imagined that two of their own could fall in love.
This event is free to attend and open to all ages.
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Free Shuttle Service
Skip the search for parking—we'll have two complimentary shuttles providing speedy service from John Muir High School (located right off the 210 freeway) directly to Loma Alta Park. Look for the LA Opera flag and hop on for an afternoon of opera fun. Shuttle will run between 4:00pm-11:00pm.
John Muir High School
1905 Lincoln Ave
Pasadena, CA, 91103
Join the Jets – In Partnership with Caltech
At Loma Alta Park, we'll explore the history of jet propulsion and discover a fun new way to learn about science with Caltech's public presentations and lecture series.
Event Details
Arrive early to enjoy fun pre-show activities, including:
- Explore your artsy side and make family friendly crafts with LA Opera Connects
- Join us on the grass for lawn games including Connect 4 and giant Jenga
- Get a balloon animal or caricature portrait before the show starts
- Have your face painted by Work of Heart a biodegradable glitter bar
- Be amazed by close up magician Belle Daily
- Pick up some free LA Opera merchandise, spin the prize wheel, and enter a drawing for a luxury gift basket
- Stop by our food vendors and other booths for preshow treats and fun.
- and more!
What to Bring: Bring your own blankets, low lawn seats, and cushions. Don't forget your sweaters and jackets. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed.
What Not to Bring: Large coolers, canopies, tents, or sun umbrellas. Sorry, no pets.
Live Performances
African Soul International
ASI was established in 1998, by Sista Jewel, now Dr. Jewel, an artist who wanted to make a difference in her community. Through presentations, workshops, residencies, and performances, we have touched over 100,000 lives, empowering, educating and bringing the joy of African culture, history and music.
Darlene Green
Dr. Darlene Greene is a dynamic vocalist whose performances weave together themes of hope, resilience, and community. With a repertoire spanning gospel, inspirational music, and timeless standards, she has appeared on civic and cultural stages across Southern California. Her music can currently be found on iTunes and major streaming outlets. In addition to her artistry, Dr. Greene serves on the Altadena Town Council as Chair of the Renters Protection & Recovery Committee and is an active member of the Altadena Chamber of Commerce, where she blends her passion for music with her commitment to community service.
Melodia Mariposa
Melodia Mariposa’s mission is to create intimate and unpretentious classical music events; engaging diverse individuals and communities while fostering appreciation and education among all ages. This is accomplished through thoughtful, creative programming and performances by world-class musicians. We hope you’ll support us.
Thurgood Marshall Secondary School Choir
The Thurgood Marshall Secondary School Chamber Choir is a select ensemble consisting of primarily high school students from their 6th through 12th grade campus. Students perform a wide variety of choral music, from jazz to polyphony and more, and enjoy sharing their music at performances across the SoCal community. This year they are excited for the additional opportunity to perform in New York.
Community Partners
African Soul International — ALTA Arts Collective
Altadena Beverage and Market — Altadena Candle Company
Altadena Farmers Market — Altadena Heritage — Altadena Musicians
Austin Scott — Callisto Tea House — Brian Biery
Center for the Empowerment of Families — Create CA — Caltech
Creative Wellbeing — Dual Crossroads — DYM Boba and Books
Ellen Stern Kutza — Ferrazzani's Pasta & Market — Fostering Dreams Project
Heather Morrow — Homeboy Art Academy — The Huntington
Kat's Macarons & Stuff — Mad Hippo Works — Melodia Mariposa
MUSI/QUE — No Easy Props — A Noise Within
Regrow Altadena — ShéShé Yancy — Suzanne Urquiza — The Wallis
and more to be announced!
Local Bites and Drinks
Hungry? Support Altadena small businesses and build your perfect plate.
Plus, quench your thirst at our beer garden by West Altadena Wine + Spirit.
More About West Side Story
New York City’s West Side is split between the Jets and the Sharks—but these warring gangs never imagined that two of their own could fall in love.
Tenor Duke Kim is Tony, a former Jet who finds himself falling for Maria (the radiant Gabriella Reyes). But Maria is promised to another, and her brother Bernardo is more than willing to rally his Sharks to keep it that way. The two lovers dream of a happily ever after, but their neighborhood can see tragedy coming a mile away. James Conlon, "the most accomplished music director currently working on the podium of an American opera house" (Opera News), opens the season conducting the beloved American classic.
The simulcast will be sung and subtitled in English and Spanish.
Want to attend the performance in-person at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion?
Buy tickets here
LA Opera's Opera in the Park is made possible by generous support from Los Angeles County and LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Fifth District