HEAUX CHURCH at The Elysian Theater

HEAUX CHURCH is a one-person show that treats a Sunday service as a night out. Brandon Kyle Goodman writes and performs it, and the West Coast premiere lands at The Elysian Theater this November. The listing calls it part sermon, part confession and part dance party, and the production carries a Queerties nomination. It is an easy pick for anyone building a list of things happening in Los Angeles this month.

When: Thursday, November 5, 2026, 7:30 PM (the run continues through November 8) Where: The Elysian Theater, 1944 Riverside Drive, Los Angeles Tickets: $35 General Admission, $55 Reserved

What the show is

Goodman plays a former pastor's kid who leads the congregation in a service on the birds, the bees and the booty. The pitch is spirited storytelling, music and a lot of humor, all aimed at healing the parts of ourselves that shame tries to erase. The page sums it up as the sex talk you never got but always deserved.

The production comes from Celebration Theatre and The Elysian, in association with Lena Waithe. Celebration Theatre has long staged LGBTQ+ work in Los Angeles, so the pairing with a venue known for adventurous solo and comedy shows makes sense.

What to expect

Expect a live, interactive night rather than a quiet play. The format borrows the call and response of church, then bends it toward comedy, confession and dancing. The subject matter is frank and adult, and the room is meant to feel like a congregation, not an audience in the dark. If you like theater with a pulse, this fits the bill.

Because the run is short, it also works as one of the LA events this weekend if you pick a later date in the run. Check the ticket page for exact showtimes beyond opening night.

Getting there

The Elysian Theater sits on Riverside Drive near Echo Park and Frogtown, on the east side of the city. Street parking nearby fills up on show nights, so leave extra time or share a ride. Doors and seating details come with your ticket confirmation.

Reserved seats cost $55 and general admission is $35. The ticket link is listed at celebrationtheatre.org/heaux, per the Discover Los Angeles page. Buy early, since a small room and a short run tend to sell out.

More ideas

If you are planning a wider week of culture, browse our arts and culture events for upcoming events in Los Angeles, from gallery openings to stage shows. HEAUX CHURCH makes a fine anchor for a night that mixes laughter, music and a little community.