SIERRA MADRE, CA — Grammy-winning jazz pianist and composer Gregg Karukas will perform a holiday jazz concert Dec. 13 at Sierra Madre Playhouse, featuring holiday favorites and original compositions.
The 8 p.m. performance will feature Karukas alongside bassist John Leftwich, drummer Joel Taylor and vocalist Devyn Rush. Tickets are $25.
Karukas, known for his smooth jazz sound and melodic piano arrangements, has topped Billboard's Smooth Jazz charts and performed with artists including Boney James, Dave Koz, Sergio Mendes and Patti Austin.
The concert will feature reimagined holiday classics alongside selections from Karukas' original music. JazzTimes has praised his piano playing for its technical skill and relaxed style.
The performance is among several holiday productions scheduled at the historic Sierra Madre venue.
Bob Baker Marionette Theater will present 52 performances of "Bob Baker's Nutcracker," its marionette adaptation of the ballet classic, from Nov. 28 through Jan. 3, 2027.
The comedy troupe 30MM, also known as 30 Minute Musicals, will perform a musical parody of the action film "Die Hard" Dec. 4-6 at 8 p.m.
Will & Company will present an interactive, family-oriented adaptation of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" on Dec. 12 at 11 a.m. The production is designed for students in kindergarten through 12th grade.
Matt Johnson & the New Jet Set will perform "A Jet Set Christmas!" on Dec. 20 and 21 at 8 p.m. The program will feature holiday standards, Christmas carols and audience singalongs.
Sierra Madre Playhouse is at 87 W. Sierra Madre Blvd. in Sierra Madre and offers free parking.
Tickets and additional information are available at sierramadreplayhouse.org or by calling 626-355-4318.
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