65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration
Live 3-Hour Variety Special
The Music Center, PBS SoCal
We are thrilled to have produced The 65th Annual L.A. County Holiday Celebration, presented at The Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion and on PBS SoCal, illuminating the dynamic, rich cultures of Los Angeles. Broadcast LIVE on December 24th, 2024, the three-hour variety show, a tradition since 1959, brought together L.A.’s diverse communities, showcasing their talent and artistry during the “holiday happy” season.
Hosted by comedian Melissa Villaseñor, along with Queen Noveen as the "Voice of Goddess." The 2024 celebration’s theme, "Light of Los Angeles," featured a lineup of 28 L.A.-based artists including dance troupes, music ensembles, choral groups, and for the first time welcomed a circus act and marionette company. Short documentary segments throughout the program highlighted the unique stories behind the performers and their traditions.
The live broadcast variety show was produced this year with executive producer Lindha Narvaez in close collaboration with The Music Center and PBS SoCal, made possible by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors. The goal was to achieve a fresh look and feel, aiming to engage both longtime viewers and a new generation of audience members.
Executive Producer: Lindha Narvaez
Producer: Jeff Atlas
Producer: Michelle Willrich
Director: Leon Knoles
Director of Photography: Vance Burberry ASC, ACS
Production Designer: Ellen Jaworski
Lighting Designer: Pablo Santiago
Afro Peruvian Experience
Andre Cruz & Chris Lujan
Anji Tan & Friends
Ballet Folklórico de Esperanza
Bloco Obini
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
Christian Fellowship Chorale
The Citrus Singers
Daniel Ho & Hālau Hula Keali'i o Nālani
Gabrielito y La Verdad
Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles
Joya Kazi Entertainment
Kim Eung Hwa & Korean Dance Academy
Ladyhosen
Las Colibrí
Le Petit Cirque LA
Long Beach City College Dance
Mariachi Lindas Mexicanas
Masanga Marimba
Melissa Villaseñor, Host
MUSYCA Children's Choir
PHS Choral Union and Sunday Night Singers
Queen Noveen, Announcer
Reverb Tap Company
Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca
Straight Up Abilities
The String Revolution
Urban Voices Project
Victory Praise Dancers
Yaya Dance Academy