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Carpenter Performing Arts Center — Page 2

6200 E Atherton St
Long Beach, CA 90815

Upcoming Shows

An Evening with Jen Hatmaker

Mar 27, 2027

Jen Hatmaker presents an evening of storytelling and conversation as part of the Carpenter Center's 2026–2027 Wit & Wisdom series.

MOMIX: Botanica

May 2, 2027

Internationally recognized dance company MOMIX presents Botanica as part of the Carpenter Center's 2026–2027 dance programming.

Ann Hampton Callaway and Niki Haris: Broad Appeal

Ann Hampton Callaway and Niki Haris: Broad Appeal

May 5, 2027

Tony-nominated singer/songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway joins forces with Niki Haris-famed iconic singer, dancer, actress-for the premiere of "Broad Appeal!" Blending pop, jazz, Broadway, blues and gospel, these internationally acclaimed artists share the music, stories and heart...

Ann Hampton Callaway and Niki Haris

May 5 – May 6, 2027

The duo of Ann Hampton Callaway and Niki Haris performs across two evenings on the Carpenter Center's Cabaret Stage. The performances close out the Center's 2026–2027 Cabaret Series.

Past Shows

100 total · showing 61–70

We Shall Overcome – A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.

We Shall Overcome – A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.

Jan 27

Inspired by the words and actions of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., We Shall Overcome celebrates a repertoire of music traditions from Aretha Franklin and Duke Ellington, to Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone, and music from “the Wiz,” all interwoven with Dr. King’s speeches that...

Golden Dragon Acrobats

Golden Dragon Acrobats

Jan 26

Hailing from the Cangzhou, Hebei province in the People’s Republic of China, Golden Dragon Acrobats represent a time-honored tradition that began over twenty-five centuries ago. The troupe’s spectacular athleticism combined with ancient and modern dance and music present a show...

Paula Poundstone

Paula Poundstone

Jan 19

Paula Poundstone is back with her legendary ability to create humor on the spot! Poundstone can find the hilarious angle of almost any subject—from the absurdity of the political world to the deviousness of housecats— and deliver it with impeccable timing and razor-sharp wit...

Kat Edmonson

Kat Edmonson

Jan 16 – Jan 17, 2019

Critically acclaimed vintage-pop and jazz vocalist Kat Edmonson captures the old cinema glamour and charm of the Great American Songbook with her ethereal vocals. Be carried away by Edmonson’s “stunningly sweet voice” (The Boston Globe) that incorporates traditional and chamber...

The Capitol Steps - Make America Grin Again

The Capitol Steps - Make America Grin Again

Jan 12

The midterm elections may be over, but the laughter continues! The Capitol Steps return with brand new and up-to-the-minute political satire song parodies that take aim at the outrageous goings on—from the campaign trail, Congress and other political hot spots! Their trademark...

David Benoit’s Charlie Brown Christmas

David Benoit’s Charlie Brown Christmas

Dec 15

A Carpenter Center favorite is back! Get your family into the holiday spirit with an evening of cherished Vince Guaraldi tunes, starring jazz pianist David Benoit and special appearances by the All-American Boys Chorus! A perfect addition to the holiday season, five-time Grammy...

Simon and Garfunkel [Revisited]

Simon and Garfunkel [Revisited]

Nov 18

Award-winning recording artists, Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical night in 1981 when fans gathered in Central Park to witness the legendary reunion of Simon & Garfunkel. With dulcet vocals harmonizing over lilting guitar performing the beloved poetic...

CONTRA-TIEMPO with Las Cafeteras

CONTRA-TIEMPO with Las Cafeteras

Nov 10

This bold, multilingual dance company draws on their Los Angeles roots by fusing Salsa, Afro-Cuban, Hip-Hop, urban, and contemporary dance to create an invigorating blend of culturally engaging work. CONTRA-TIEMPO teams up Las Cafeteras, the infectious east LA band that has...

Cirque Mechanics: 42FT – A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels

Cirque Mechanics: 42FT – A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels

Oct 13

At the center of every circus rests a 42-foot ring of thrills, laughs, and excitement. Step right into Cirque Mechanics world of gears, canvas, pulleys, and sawdust as they explore the lore and history of the one-ring circus creating a modern and mechanical big top experience...

Mostly Broadway starring David Burnham

Mostly Broadway starring David Burnham

Oct 3 – Oct 4, 2018

Broadway star David Burnham (Wicked, A Light in the Piazza) unleashes a strong, confident baritone that soars into the tenor range. San Francisco Chronicle proclaims, “Burnham gives a joyously electric performance!”

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