Plini with Night Verses at The Fonda Theatre

Few guitarists make an all-instrumental set feel like a sing-along, but Plini does. The Australian player built a loyal following on soaring, melodic lead lines and tightly layered progressive metal, and on Sunday, November 8, 2026, he brings it to a room that suits it well: The Fonda Theatre on Hollywood Blvd. Night Verses share the bill.

What to expect

Plini's music leans on clean tone, big hooks and complicated rhythms that never lose the tune. Fans of technical guitar will want a spot with a clear view of the stage, but the songs are warm and approachable enough that you do not need to be a gearhead to enjoy them. Night Verses, a band with deep roots in the Los Angeles heavy-music scene, open the night with their own dense, dynamic sound, so plan to arrive early rather than catching only the headliner.

If you track LA concerts through the fall, this one is a good pick for anyone who likes their shows loud but musical. It also adds to the long list of things happening in Hollywood on a Sunday night, when the boulevard is calmer than on a weekend.

When: Sunday, November 8, 2026, 7:00 PM Where: The Fonda Theatre, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028 Tickets: Through Ticketmaster (price not listed at publication)

The venue

The Fonda Theatre is a mid-sized, Goldenvoice-run music hall with a standing floor and a balcony. The size matters for a show like this: close enough to watch the fretwork, big enough to carry the volume. If you want a better view of the hands, the balcony rail is a reliable choice, while the floor gives you the full wall of sound.

Getting there

The Fonda sits on Hollywood Blvd near Gower, a short walk from the Hollywood/Vine Metro B Line station, which makes transit the easy way in. Street parking in the area is limited and posted carefully, and nearby lots fill up on show nights, so budget extra time if you drive. Rideshare drop-offs work best a block or two away from the entrance.

Check the ticket page for the latest door time, age policy and bag rules before you go, since the venue sets those and they can change. For more nights like this, browse our concerts section or the Hollywood guide for more live music in Los Angeles through November.

A Sunday show with a Monday morning ahead is worth planning around: eat early on the boulevard, get in line before doors, and enjoy a bill that rewards showing up for the opener as much as the headliner.