The Cortège: A Live Theatrical Performance With Music, Movement & Spectacle

Step inside a monumental work of art that merges mythic pageantry, cutting-edge technology, and breathtaking performance. The Cortège is not just a show — it is a collective rite of passage. Occurring outdoors at dusk, this first-of-its-kind theater experience marks the end of one era and announces the dawn of another through movement, sound, costume, and spectacle.

// Evening Highlights \\

Before the Show: Begin the evening in the open air with food, drink, and live global sounds.

• Festive outdoor theater at dusk
• Open-air market with food + beverage offerings
• Musical prelude featuring hang drum, cello, and indigenous instruments

During the Show: Experience a wordless procession featuring movement, music, and mythic spectacle.

• Choreography rooted in street styles, led by world champion MiYU with Capjay
• Original score by Boreta, TOKiMONSTA, and El Búho, with music by Air, Andrew Bird, Jean-Michel Jarre & more
• Large-scale puppetry and sculptural costumes by artists including Jonny Cota, Damselfrau, and Spencer Hansen
• Drone apparitions by Studio Hock woven into the night sky

After the Show: Gather in the Afterlife Tent for a soft close to the journey.

• Shared tea service
• Ambient soundscapes
• Space for reflection and connection

Beyond the Show: The closing chapter is co-curated with visiting artists and collectives, inviting audiences to process, connect, and integrate through music, movement, and ritual.

• 9/11 — Carlos Niño & Friends
• 9/12 — Low Leaf (live harp)
• 9/13 — JOJO ABOT (live)
• 9/14 — Nailah Hunter (live harp)
• 9/18 — Jac Høja & Mike Grōth (live cello)
• 9/25 — Secular Sabbath ft. Rhye (live)

// General Information \\

Dates: Every Thursday - Sunday from September 11 - September 28
Location: The Field at Los Angeles Equestrian Center, 480 Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA
Time: please note there is no late entry. we suggest arriving around 7:30 PM

• 6:30 PM: Doors Open
• 8:00 PM: Procession begins
• 8:20 PM: Doors Close

Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Attire: The experience unfolds outdoors at dusk, on grass. Please dress in layers for shifting temperatures and wear flat shoes for comfort.
Animals: Pets are not permitted at the event. Service animals are welcome. Please reach out to gather@theCortege.co so we can accommodate as needed.
Bags: Oversized bags (i.e. backpacks, suitcases, beach bags, large purses, coolers, laptop bags, etc.) and camelbacks are prohibited. Small bags are permitted. Please consult FAQs for specifics.
Accessibility: The venue is ADA compliant with accessible parking. For specific accommodations, please contact engage@thecortege.co. 
Age requirement: There is no specific age requirement. The show is best suited for guests who are comfortable sitting through a 60-minute performance and engaging with mature themes. Parental guidance is recommended.
Parking: Parking is available on-site. Advanced parking is available at a discount rate
FAQs: Please consult the FAQs of this experience here

// Seating Arrangements \\

• FIELD SEATS offer open seating directly on the lawn. All field seats include backrests.
• CHAIR SEATS offer open seating in individual chairs, elevated above field seats.
• VIP EXPERIENCE provides exclusive lounge-style seating on an elevated terrace at center field, and includes complimentary parking, a dedicated entry line, and a curated basket for your group. Available for groups of 2 or 6.

// Description \\
The evening begins with a brief orientation, followed by an open-air food market and live musical prelude from our house ensemble. As twilight descends, passengers don headsets transmitting a cinematic score featuring artists such as Air, El Búho, Kiasmos, Rival Consoles, A Beautiful Chorus, Boreta, and TOKiMONSTA.

What follows is a wordless journey through choreographed movement (from global hip hop battle dance talent including MiYU and Capjay), archetypal costuming and puppetry (with works by Jonny Cota, Damselfrau, and Spencer Hansen), drone apparitions (designed by Studio Hock, flown on Nova Sky Stories), robotics, participation, and integration.

At evening's close, all are invited to join the procession and gather for shared tea and ambient sounds in the Afterlife - a communal space where the emotional catharsis of the procession finds its resolution. We are collaborating with visiting artists and collectives to curate this closing chapter, where attendees can process, connect, and integrate their experience over tea service with carefully programmed music, movement, or facilitated connection. 

In an era defined by disconnection and cultural upheaval, The Cortège offers a rare space for solace, celebration, and renewal. Amid a rapidly expiring culture and scarcity of shared meaning, The Cortège serves as a container for collective and individual grief.

// Contact \\
Reach out with any questions to engage@thecortege.co
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