Darren Criss, Lea Salonga, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and Renée Elise Goldsberry

Opening Night at the Bowl: The Best of Broadway
Sat / June 20, 2026 - 8:00PM
Help us kick off the Bowl season in grand style on opening night with stars Halle Bailey, Darren Criss, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Lea Salonga, and more.

Glittering stars of the stage and screen, including Halle Bailey (The Little Mermaid, The Color Purple) along with Tony winners Darren Criss (Little Shop of Horrors, Maybe Happy Ending), Renée Elise Goldsberry (Hamilton, The Color Purple), Brian Stokes Mitchell (Kiss Me Kate, Ragtime), and Lea Salonga (Miss Saigon, Les Misérables), take the Bowl stage for a spectacular season kickoff with a salute to Broadway.

We’ll celebrate the timeless melodies and breathtaking artistry of the American musical, from heartstring-tugging ballads to razzle-dazzle songs with dancers. Featuring the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, conductor Thomas Wilkins, and musicians of YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles), the evening will be capped by a fireworks display to rival Broadway’s biggest and brightest marquees!

PERFORMANCE WITH FIREWORKS

VIP Packages and Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now!
All opening night patron packages include admission to the VIP preconcert reception, gourmet dinner and wine served at your box, and prominent recognition in the Opening Night program.

Proceeds from Hollywood Bowl Opening Night support the LA Phil’s programs that enrich youth through music and the performing arts.

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