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Living Room and Terrace

The heart of Santa Monica’s cherished beach house, where curated contemporary art, live music, master mixology, and coastal-inspired cuisine come together in perfect harmony.
Bright, spacious lounge with floral-patterned armchairs and large windows overlooking the ocean.
“Shutters Living Room is an L.A. institution that feels like the living room of our Nancy Meyers-inflected dreams for coast-hoppers.”

– Conde Nast Traveler
Vibrant sunset over the beach with silhouetted palm trees.

Sunset Sounds

Experience vivid sunsets and Santa Monica nightlife with live performances by local vocalists and musicians in The Living Room’s beachside lounge setting.

Hours

  • Weekdays
    Sunday – Thursday
    11:00am – 11:00pm
  • Weekends
    Friday – Saturday
    11:00am – 12:00am
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A man with curly hair and glasses holding a green electric guitar.
Live Entertainment

Shutters on the Beach’s Live Entertainment Calendar is updated weekly. Check back often to catch the hottest local talent performing in the Living Room.

October 26, Monday
Musician playing an electric guitar on stage, wearing a blue sweater and light pants.

Eli Bramnick

Originally from Princeton, New Jersey, Eli Bramnick is a guitarist, music director, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. Eli has played many shows with multiple artists that span a wide variety of genres, including Peter McPoland, Haiden, Gunnar and Kyle Lux. Eli landed his first tour with Peter McPoland in the fall of 2021, since then, he has done several tours with multiple artists, traveling all over the United States and internationally. Most notably, Eli toured with Peter as direct support for Twenty One Pilots’ North America arena run, “The Icy Tour”, in the Fall of 2022.

October 27, Tuesday

Joe LoPiccolo

Joe LoPiccolo is a guitarist and composer whose work is influenced by Classical, Jazz and World Music styles. Writer Dan O’Heron of the Pasadena Weekly states his music is “Soft spoken eloquence, fascinatingly improvised.” and “The music is comforting and visual, it takes you to a better place, a paradise found.” He is an ASCAP Plus Award recipient and won the Guitar Player Magazine “Reader’s Challenge” in February of 2006. Joe has Endorsement or Artist deals with Evans, Godin, La Bella, Sadowsky, Tom Anderson,Taylor and Xotic.

October 28, Wednesday

Nikko Ielasi

Nikko was born in Ischia, Italy. He began playing piano at age 7, pursued jazz and classical training at 13, and attended Berklee College of Music’s summer program at 16. Currently based in Los Angeles, he directs music at a Gospel church and tours with artists like Chris Mann and Engelbert Humperdinck. After releasing two volumes of “NikKollective,” Nikko faced sudden hearing loss in 2019. Despite the challenges, he found resilience in music, leading to a new trio project called “REBIRTH,” with an album released on the anniversary of his hearing loss.

October 29, Thursday
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Shauna Madinah

A former backup singer for Shania Twain, Shauna also sang lead vocals in the Sony animated film “The Swan Princess Christmas” in 2012. She wrote, produced, and sang the EDM-style music of the international fitness craze “Piloxing,” which has been featured on “The Steve Harvey show,” “Good Morning LA,” and many other daytime shows. Her music has even attracted the recognition of world leaders such as Nelson Mandela who featured her music at his birthday party in the Vodacom Stadium in South Africa.

October 30, Friday

Pascal Valcasara

Originally from Metz, France, Pascal has performed professionally across the United States and Europe, including France, Germany, Belgium, and Luxembourg. In 2013, he relocated to New Orleans and found the musical environment I had been searching for—a vibrant and deeply rooted scene shaped by a rich blend of influences. Immersed in acoustic jazz, timeless local traditions, and a wide range of musical styles, he began developing a personal project that truly reflects his artistic identity. His work brings together his favorite genres, blending Traditional Jazz, classic French songs, the crooner repertoire, and the American Songbook. On his album Mélanges, he explored original compositions, reimagined local New Orleans classics with new French lyrics, and wrote French lyrics for instrumental jazz standards that had never been sung before.

October 31, Saturday

DJ Jordan Donald

Jordan is a magnetic DJ and live performer, known for electrifying house and electronic sets infused with virtuosic saxophone, flute, and EWI. He has headlined Coachella with Kanye West and Harry Styles, and performed at exclusive events for the LA Kings and LA Lakers in the Lexus Club at Crypto.com Arena. Having shared stages with legends like Stevie Wonder and Anita Baker, Jordan transforms every set into an immersive experience where jazz, house, and electronic music collide. From clubs and lounges to major events, his innovative DJ sets and live performances captivate audiences, leaving them dancing long after the last beat drops.

Stuart Elster profile shot playing the piano
A woman in black leaning on a piano in a black-and-white photo.

Gallery

Fried appetizers topped with sour cream and dill on a plate.
Charming beachside balcony with a breakfast table set with pastries, fruit, coffee, and flowers.
Woman enjoying seaside dining with cocktails and sliders.
Yellow cocktail with sage on a white table, a relaxed man in a cream sweater in the background.
Elegant couple enjoying wine and live music in a cozy lounge with a pianist and guitarist.
Vibrant sunset over the ocean, framed by palm trees, with a pier and silhouettes on the beach.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Living Room is open on weekdays from 11:00am – 11:00pm and weekends from 11:00am – 12:00am.

The Living Room and Terrace are open based on a first come first serve basis.

Yes, Living Room offers live entertainment by local musicians and vocalists along with seasonal activations that are called “Noteworthy Nights”. This page includes the full entertainment calendar highlighting the entertainer, genre of music, and times.