Date & Time
5:00pm PDT - 10:30pm PDT
About This Event
ONE NIGHT. ONE MISSION. To Raise $2.5 Million For LACHSA’s Future.
Forty years ago, our visionaries believed LA County deserved a world-class public arts high school: The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA). They were right. Now, it’s our turn.
The LACHSA Foundation invites you to join the culminating 40th Anniversary celebration at LACHSApalooza, a benefit arts and music festival, with world renowned LACHSA alumni artistry at this iconic Los Angeles venue, the Greek Theatre. Together, with 5,900 guests, we’ll create an unforgettable experience that fuels the future of LACHSA for the next 40 years. Who’s in?
- Become a sponsor! Invest in the next 40 years of this incredible public high school! Donate online here or view the Sponsorship Deck! Every level comes with VIP access, merch and perks, plus investing in our mission.
- Looking to order tickets? Order tickets through the Greek Theatre box office. Here is the link Every ticket includes perks and charitable benefits
- Donate to our online auction! Bidding starts on May 25th through June 8th, 2026
- Have questions? Contact info@lachsafoundation.org
Want to learn more about our 40th Anniversary? View our 40th Anniversary Video edited by LACHSA alumni Cameron Covell or hear our big visions and big dreams!
What is happening at LACHSApalooza?
DOORS OPEN: At LACHSApalooza, our doors will open at 5pm at the Greek Theatre where you will be immersed in the arts at this first summer festival! Enjoy food, beverages, and all of the fun with activations in the plaza and interactive art, along with fine art from LACHSA student artists and more to be announced. Our sponsors and VIP ticket holders will enjoy private, hosted receptions with delicious cuisine, hosted cocktails, and entertainment!
MAIN STAGE: Starting at 6:30pm, continue this 40th anniversary celebration on the main stage where you and your guests will be inspired by LACHSA’s world renowned alumni:
- Anthony Anderson will return as our Master of Ceremonies
- Three-time Grammy-winning band Ozomatli
- Seven-time Grammy nominee pianist and composer Gerald Clayton
- Multi-platinum and Grammy-nominated R&B star Jon B.
- Multi-Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Gretchen Parlato
- Representing LACHSA’s creative entrepreneurs, we also have presenting, Founder and CEO of Afro Unicorn, April Showers
- Multi-platinum-selling LA soul-pop band Fitz and The Tantrums
- As a special guest, LA native, Grammy-nominated rapper, music theory teacher, star of Paramount+’s Mayor of Kingstown, and classical pianist D Smoke will also perform on the main stage
- Current LACHSA student artists representing dance, music, musical theatre, visual arts pop up gallery, and cinematic arts students creating a min-documentary on site
We will also be honoring three teachers whose legacies have been inspiring, nurturing, and educating student artists at LACHSA for decades:
- Ms. Pat Bass, aka Ms. B (in remembrance) LACHSA Gospel Choir Director This past November, the LACHSA family was deeply saddened by the passing of Pat Bass, affectionately known as Ms. B. She was a beloved LACHSA teaching artist, mentor, and cornerstone of our arts community. Witness in inspiration and passion of LACHSA’s Gospel Choir in this moving performance celebrating Ms. B’s legacy.
- Ms. Lois Hunter, retiring LACHSA Theatre Department Chair Ms. Hunter has been teaching at LACHSA for 33 years and will be retiring from her position as the Theatre Department Chair in June.
- Jerry Freedman, LACHSA Social Studies Teacher We cannot pass up a 40th Anniversary celebration without recognizing the dedication, passion, and legacy of Jerry Freedman. He has been teaching at LACHSA since 1986 and continues to mentor student artists at LACHSA. Watch this video with HAIM.
Artists are subject to change, because life.
Go to www,LACHSAFoundation.org/LACHSApalooza for more details!
LACHSA Foundation is a registered 501(c)3. The Foundation was founded in 1984 to provide critical funding that bridges the gap between public education funding and the annual needs of an exemplary arts education at LACHSA. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.
Tax ID: 95-3938009
About This Event
ONE NIGHT. ONE MISSION. To Raise $2.5 Million For LACHSA’s Future.
Forty years ago, our visionaries believed LA County deserved a world-class public arts high school: The Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA). They were right. Now, it’s our turn.
The LACHSA Foundation invites you to join the culminating 40th Anniversary celebration at LACHSApalooza, a benefit arts and music festival, with world renowned LACHSA alumni artistry at this iconic Los Angeles venue, the Greek Theatre. Together, with 5,900 guests, we’ll create an unforgettable experience that fuels the future of LACHSA for the next 40 years. Who’s in?
- Become a sponsor! Invest in the next 40 years of this incredible public high school! Donate online here or view the Sponsorship Deck! Every level comes with VIP access, merch and perks, plus investing in our mission.
- Looking to order tickets? Order tickets through the Greek Theatre box office. Here is the link Every ticket includes perks and charitable benefits
- Donate to our online auction! Bidding starts on May 25th through June 8th, 2026
- Have questions? Contact info@lachsafoundation.org
Want to learn more about our 40th Anniversary? View our 40th Anniversary Video edited by LACHSA alumni Cameron Covell or hear our big visions and big dreams!
What is happening at LACHSApalooza?
DOORS OPEN: At LACHSApalooza, our doors will open at 5pm at the Greek Theatre where you will be immersed in the arts at this first summer festival! Enjoy food, beverages, and all of the fun with activations in the plaza and interactive art, along with fine art from LACHSA student artists and more to be announced. Our sponsors and VIP ticket holders will enjoy private, hosted receptions with delicious cuisine, hosted cocktails, and entertainment!
MAIN STAGE: Starting at 6:30pm, continue this 40th anniversary celebration on the main stage where you and your guests will be inspired by LACHSA’s world renowned alumni:
- Anthony Anderson will return as our Master of Ceremonies
- Three-time Grammy-winning band Ozomatli
- Seven-time Grammy nominee pianist and composer Gerald Clayton
- Multi-platinum and Grammy-nominated R&B star Jon B.
- Multi-Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Gretchen Parlato
- Representing LACHSA’s creative entrepreneurs, we also have presenting, Founder and CEO of Afro Unicorn, April Showers
- Multi-platinum-selling LA soul-pop band Fitz and The Tantrums
- As a special guest, LA native, Grammy-nominated rapper, music theory teacher, star of Paramount+’s Mayor of Kingstown, and classical pianist D Smoke will also perform on the main stage
- Current LACHSA student artists representing dance, music, musical theatre, visual arts pop up gallery, and cinematic arts students creating a min-documentary on site
We will also be honoring three teachers whose legacies have been inspiring, nurturing, and educating student artists at LACHSA for decades:
- Ms. Pat Bass, aka Ms. B (in remembrance) LACHSA Gospel Choir Director This past November, the LACHSA family was deeply saddened by the passing of Pat Bass, affectionately known as Ms. B. She was a beloved LACHSA teaching artist, mentor, and cornerstone of our arts community. Witness in inspiration and passion of LACHSA’s Gospel Choir in this moving performance celebrating Ms. B’s legacy.
- Ms. Lois Hunter, retiring LACHSA Theatre Department Chair Ms. Hunter has been teaching at LACHSA for 33 years and will be retiring from her position as the Theatre Department Chair in June.
- Jerry Freedman, LACHSA Social Studies Teacher We cannot pass up a 40th Anniversary celebration without recognizing the dedication, passion, and legacy of Jerry Freedman. He has been teaching at LACHSA since 1986 and continues to mentor student artists at LACHSA. Watch this video with HAIM.
Artists are subject to change, because life.
Go to www,LACHSAFoundation.org/LACHSApalooza for more details!
LACHSA Foundation is a registered 501(c)3. The Foundation was founded in 1984 to provide critical funding that bridges the gap between public education funding and the annual needs of an exemplary arts education at LACHSA. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent of the law.
Tax ID: 95-3938009
Date & Time
5:00pm PDT - 10:30pm PDT