The Toledo Show

The Toledo Show is Los Angeles' longest-running and most celebrated performance series, led by the enigmatic Toledo—a soul singer, jazz man, poet, and choreographer described by the LA Times as the coolest act in Hollywood. The show blends speak-easy jazz, funky bass lines, and soulful vocals into a dramatic experience that has toured internationally to rave reviews. Toledo's performance style draws comparisons to legends like Tom Waits and Barry White, while his music fuses elements of acid jazz, beat poetry, and R&B. Born and raised in LA, Toledo’s extensive background includes work as a choreographer for major artists like Janet Jackson and George Michael. The show features a rotating collective of musicians and dancers, creating a magnetic, choreographed madness that remains a staple of the underground LA scene.