Here Lies Love Lands in L.A. with Timely Power and Strong Cast

(L to R) Chris Renfro, Reanne Acasio, Joan Almedilla and Joshua Dela Cruz star in “Here Lies Love,” opening Feb. 18 at the Mark Taper Forum.

Photo by Etienne Laurent / For The Times)

The Los Angeles Times celebrates the arrival of David Byrne and Fatboy Slim's immersive disco musical 'Here Lies Love' at the Mark Taper Forum, calling it "as relevant as ever" with its take on corruption and authoritarianism. Joan Almedilla shines as Aurora Aquino, expressing hope that audiences feel a "collective call-to-action against oppressive leaders." The review highlights the production's vibrant, participatory energy and timely parallels to modern politics, noting how Almedilla and the Filipino-led cast bring authenticity and emotional depth to this groundbreaking piece.

by Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2026-02-17/here-lies-love-musical-taper