John Beasley live in Los Angeles

Experience John Beasley live on July 19th

John Beasley will perform at The Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles on July 19, 2026. Beasley is a pianist, composer, and arranger known for a highly eclectic style blending jazz, funk, R&B, and classical influences. His work often incorporates complex harmonies and improvisational elements alongside strong melodic structures. He’s garnered recognition for his arrangements of popular songs, notably for artists like Kenny Garrett and Freddie Hubbard, as well as his original compositions featured in film and television soundtracks – including his Academy Award nomination for the song “Start a Fire” from the film *Burlesqe*.

The Fonda Theatre, located on Hollywood Boulevard, has a rich history dating back to its construction in 1926. Originally opened as the Carter DeHaven Theatre, it primarily hosted vaudeville acts. Throughout its decades of operation, it transitioned through various uses including a CBS television studio in the 1960s. Renamed The Fonda in 1975 after Henry Fonda (though he had no direct ownership), it became a prominent concert venue showcasing diverse musical genres.