Destiny of Desire, Mark Taper Forum, Dec 6 Matinee

Destiny of Desire plays the Mark Taper Forum on Sunday, December 6, 2026, with a 1:00 PM start. A Sunday matinee in early December is an easy way to fit live theatre into a weekend without giving up the evening. If you are collecting things to do in Los Angeles before the holidays, this one belongs on the list.

When: Sunday, December 6, 2026, 1:00 PM

Where: Mark Taper Forum, 135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Tickets: through Ticketmaster, linked below

What to expect

The ticketing listing classifies the show as performance art under Arts and Theatre. What we have confirmed is the date, time, venue and ticket links. The listing gives no cast list, running time or program note, so check the ticket page for current details before you go rather than relying on this write-up for the artistic specifics.

The Taper is one of the more intimate rooms in the city. The seating wraps around the stage, which keeps even the back rows close to the performers. That closeness is why new plays and experimental work tend to land well here compared with a larger hall.

Why a Sunday matinee works

A 1:00 PM curtain leaves the rest of the day open. Have lunch on Bunker Hill before the show, then walk through Grand Park or head to an early dinner afterward. Downtown is usually calmer on a Sunday than on a Friday or Saturday night, which makes parking and transit easier.

Getting there

The Music Center sits at Grand Avenue and 1st Street. Metro's B and D lines stop at Civic Center/Grand Park, a short uphill walk from the plaza. Parking is available in the Music Center garage and nearby lots. Leave extra time to find a space, pick up tickets and settle into your seat, even for an afternoon show.

Before you buy

The ticket listing carries more than one link for this production, which usually means separate performances. Compare dates on the page so you book the 1:00 PM show on the 6th. To see what else is on the calendar, browse upcoming events in Los Angeles on our arts and culture page. It is also worth a look when you are planning around LA events this weekend.

The show runs on a published schedule, so seats for a Sunday matinee can move quickly as the holidays get closer. Buying early gives you the pick of the rows, and the official ticket page is the place to confirm the final start time, any late-seating rules and accessibility options before you head downtown.