La La Land in Concert is coming to Ottawa this spring, bringing the award-winning film to life at Hard Rock Live through a full live orchestra experience.
The performance is set for May 23 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, offering a one-night event that blends film and live music in a single production. With a limited run, audiences have just one opportunity to experience the show in this format.
The concert follows the original 2016 film, starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, which tells the story of an aspiring actress and a jazz musician navigating ambition, creativity, and life in Los Angeles. Known for its standout soundtrack and visual style, La La Land features songs like “City of Stars” and “Another Day of Sun,” which have become central to the film’s identity.
What sets this version apart is how the music is delivered. A live orchestra and jazz ensemble perform the score in sync with the film, replacing the original soundtrack with a real-time performance. The result is a more immediate experience, where each scene is shaped not just by what’s on screen, but by the energy of live musicians.
For audiences, it offers a different way to revisit a familiar story. The combination of film and live performance creates a shared atmosphere, turning what is usually a solo viewing experience into something more collective.
For some, it’s a chance to return to a modern classic. For others, it may be a first introduction to the film in a format that emphasizes its music as much as its story.
Tickets are available through Hard Rock Live. With a single performance scheduled, the event is expected to draw strong interest from both film fans and live music audiences across the city.
