LOS ANGELES, CA (Wednesday, April 1, 2026) — The GRAMMY® Award-winning Los Angeles Master Chorale just announced that it will honor one of the most influential voices in American musical theater with “The Master Chorale Salutes the Music of Stephen Sondheim,” a spectacular, one-night-only concert event on Friday, March 19, 2027, at 8 PM at the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall.

In a sweeping celebration, the Master Chorale will bring many of Stephen Sondheim’s groundbreaking works to life with a world-class instrumental ensemble and a cast of 32 exceptional vocalists—offering audiences an electrifying journey through the songs that redefined Broadway. Special guest artists for the program will be announced in the coming weeks.

From the razor-edged intensity of Sweeney Todd to the lyrical magic of Into the Woods, the bittersweet reflections of Follies and Merrily We Roll Along, the big-city energy of Company, and the Pulitzer Prize-winning brilliance of Sunday in the Park with George to name but a few, this not-to-be-missed program will capture the depth, wit, and emotional complexity that made Sondheim a singular force in American culture.

“Stephen Sondheim didn’t just write musicals—he revealed the human condition,” said Grant Gershon, Kiki & David Gindler Artistic Director for the Master Chorale, who worked directly with Sondheim on several projects. “His work set a new standard for storytelling, and I’m so excited to be bringing his incredible music to life at Walt Disney Concert Hall during my Silver Anniversary Season with the Master Chorale.”

“The Master Chorale Salutes the Music of Stephen Sondheim” will be both a celebration and a revelation—illuminating the sophistication and emotional power behind Sondheim’s iconic scores.

Season ticket holders for the Master Chorale’s 2026/27 season will have PRIORITY access to tickets starting Monday, May 18, 2026. Single tickets for the general public will go on sale on Monday, June 1, 2026, along with those for all 2026/27 season performances.

EVENT DETAILS

What: The Master Chorale Salutes the Music of Stephen Sondheim

When: March 19, 2027 | 8:00 PM

Where: Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles

Tickets: Starting at $89 | Available at lamasterchorale.org starting June 1, 2026

WHY THIS MATTERS

Stephen Sondheim revolutionized musical theater—transforming it from light entertainment into a powerful vehicle for psychological insight, moral ambiguity, and artistic innovation. From his early work on West Side Story to his era-defining collaborations on Company, Follies, and beyond, Sondheim reshaped the American stage and influenced generations of composers, writers, and audiences worldwide.

With this landmark tribute, the Los Angeles Master Chorale—hailed as “the finest-by-far major chorus in America” (Los Angeles Times)—brings Sondheim’s music into the Disney Concert Hall with a scale and richness rarely experienced live.

ABOUT THE LOS ANGELES MASTER CHORALE

For more than 60 years, the GRAMMY® Award-winning and revered Los Angeles Master Chorale has been a standard-bearer for choruses across America. Hailed for its powerful performances, technical precision, and artistic daring, the Master Chorale reaches more than 175,000 people a year through its concert series at the iconic Walt Disney Concert Hall, its international touring of innovative works, and its performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and others. The choir is the nation’s largest professional chorus led by Artistic Director Grant Gershon. Its singers performed at the 97th Oscars® and are desired by legendary composers for their movie soundtracks. Their voices are currently heard in numerous films, including Avatar: Fire and Ash, Superman, Wicked, and Wicked: For Good. Its innovative and extraordinary learning programs include the renowned High School Choir Festival, the Oratorio Project, Voices Within, and Youth Chorus LA, all of which prepare future generations of choral singers and uplift communities through the transformative power of choral music. The Master Chorale is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

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MEDIA CONTACT

Claudia Bill-de la Peña, Vice President of External Affairs

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