Schoenberg in Hollywood: The Making of a Modern Opera

SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2025 – 1:30 PM

Celebrating Arnold Schoenberg’s 150th birthday, join composer Tod Machover as he discusses his innovative new opera Schoenberg in Hollywood with conductor Neal Stulberg, director Karole Armitage, and Arnold Schoenberg’s son, Larry Schoenberg, moderated by UCLA Musicology Professor Joy Calico. The opera, making its West Coast premiere at the UCLA Nimoy Theater later that evening, explores the fascinating journey of the Austrian-born composer during his time in Los Angeles, where he navigated the tension between his artistic vision and Hollywood’s cinematic allure.

This panel discussion at the Hammer is free and open to the public on a first come, first served basis. For tickets and more information about the Schoenberg in Hollywood performance at the Nimoy, visit schoolofmusic.ucla.edu.

HAMMER MUSEUM
10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90024

Presented by the UCLA Lowell Milken Center for Music of American Jewish Experience, Hammer Museum, and the Schoenberg at 150 Festival.

This event is made possible by the Lowell Milken Center for Music of the American Jewish Experience at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music.

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Ticketing: Admission is free. Your seat will be assigned to you when you pick up your ticket at the box office. Seats are assigned on a first come, first served basis. Box office opens one hour before the event.

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Details

When

May 18 — 1:30 PM

Location

The Hammer Museum

Price

Free

More information

Hammer Museum

10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90024

Hammer Museum

10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA
90024