The LA Philharmonic announced programming details Tuesday for “We Love LA,” an April 1 free concert at the Hollywood Bowl to thank first responders who fought January’s wildfires and the community members who were impacted.
Music and Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel will lead the philharmonic and special guests in a program featuring the music of close LA Phil collaborators John Williams and Gabriela Ortiz alongside selections from Mahler, Gershwin, the popular canon and more.
The concert will begin at 8 p.m. and proceed as follows:
— National Anthem, Palisades Charter High School Band
— “Kauyumari,” Gabriela Ortiz
— “Adagietto from Symphony No. 5,” Mahler
— “I Got Rhythm” variations (George Gershwin), Gerald Clayton, piano
— Intermission
— “Superman March,” John Williams
— Theme from “Jurassic Park,” John Williams
— Three selections from “Harry Potter,” John Williams
— Two selections from “Star Wars,” John Williams.
People directly impacted by the fires can register for the opportunity to reserve free tickets, with selected registrants notified and free ticket distribution beginning March 17. Registration information can be found at hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/3796/2025-04-01/we-la.
Additional information is available at hollywoodbowl.com/.