Arts Council for Long Beach


Open Studio – Alepsis Hernandez

Open Studio – Alepsis Hernandez

**You’re Invited!** ๐ŸŽจโœจ Join artist Alepsis Hernandez as she opens the doors to her art studio. Come explore the creative process, see the latest works in progress, and enjoy some light refreshments and snacks. There will be an activity station for kids to color...
Kleefeld Contemporary Fall Exhibitions Opening Celebration

Kleefeld Contemporary Fall Exhibitions Opening Celebration

Join Kleefeld Contemporary in celebration of the museum’s fall exhibitions: Solastalgia, Christine Nguyen: Emergence of the Kelp Deer, Jennifer Celio: Species in Danger, and more. Be among the first to see new exhibitions, meet artists, and enjoy music by DJ...
Ambitious Record Fair: Summer Nights

Ambitious Record Fair: Summer Nights

๐ŸŽถ Ambitious Record Fair: Summer Nights Edition ๐ŸŽถ Long Beachโ€™s beloved Ambitious Record Fair gets a summer spin! Join us for Summer Nights Edition โ€” a monthly outdoor vinyl market with 10+ vendors, all-vinyl DJ sets, great beer from Ambitious Ales, and a beautiful...
Speak I Will Staged Reading

Speak I Will Staged Reading

6/20 8 PM and 6/22 1 PM Speak I Will is a collection of Fractured ShakespeareTM monologues that rearranges and recontextualizes the words of Shakespeare to find fresh meaning from the age-old text. Drawing text from 32 of Shakespeareโ€™s plays, 4 Sonnets and Double...
Double Feature: The Apollo Waltz and Death Takes a Vacation

Double Feature: The Apollo Waltz and Death Takes a Vacation

Double Feature: The Apollo Waltz and Death Takes a Vacation 6/21 8 PM and 6/22 4 PM The Apollo Waltz The second wife of a famous writer makes the tragic mistake of trying to mediate the ugly, emotional terror games he plays with the daughter of his first wife. Death...
Standing Ovation

Standing Ovation

Standing Ovation is a mystical and moving tale where drag and community reclaim center stage! This original jukebox musical is a one-night-only spectacular you wonโ€™t want to miss. The story follows a group of teens who sneak into a historic queer theater the night...
Olympics on the Golden Shore

Olympics on the Golden Shore

The exhibition will feature fascinating historical images of the games and venues held in Long Beach during the 1932 and 1984 Los Angeles games, and provide historic context as we move toward the 2028 Olympiad.
Free Community Sound Bath

Free Community Sound Bath

Weโ€™re excited to invite you to a Free Community Sound Bath with Lynda Arnold at Yogalution Movement Studio in Long Beach! This special event honors the seasonal transition into summer through sound, stillness, and community. ๐Ÿ—“ When: Sunday, June 15th | 7:00โ€“9:00 PM ๐Ÿ“...
FREE Music Master Classes

FREE Music Master Classes

Students, parents, teachers, professional musicians: Join us for FREE master classes for viola, cello, violin, woodwinds, plus audition preparation and chamber music! Classes will take place in the Musique Sur La Mer Orchestras Studio, 423 Shoreline Village Drive,...
JAZZ BY THE SHORE

JAZZ BY THE SHORE

JOIN US FOR A FREE EVENING OF GREAT JAZZ sponsored by The Port of Long Beach, RuMBa Foundation, and the AFM Music Performance Trust Fund Musique Sur La Mer’s Steve Hommel Jazz Quartet – Sunday, June 8th – 5 – 7 PM in the Off Boardwalk Theater...
Ambitious Record Fair 5/31

Ambitious Record Fair 5/31

๐ŸŽถ Heavy-hitter vinyl vendors. All-vinyl DJs. Incredible beer. ๐ŸŽถ Once a month, Ambitious Ales transforms into a vinyl loverโ€™s paradise. Whether youโ€™re a hardcore crate digger hunting for rare pressings or just looking to sip a killer beer while vibing to expertly spun...
Empowered Community: Wellness Day in Long Beach

Empowered Community: Wellness Day in Long Beach

๐ŸŒฟ Join Us for a Day of Wellness, Arts & Community! ๐ŸŒฟ Step into the 2/22 Breakthrough Portal for a day of healing, connection, and empowerment. โœจ ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, February 22, 2025 ๐Ÿ•› 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM ๐Ÿ“ Native Sol โ€“ 2018 E. 4th St, Long Beach, CA 90814 ๐ŸŽŸ Free...
2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS)

2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS)

Sister Cities of Long Beach organizes the local Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS) to encourage young artists (12-18 years old) to express the values of international friendship and cultural exchange through artwork, photography, music, literature, and poetry....
POSADA VIBES: Second Sundays Market at PLACELB

POSADA VIBES: Second Sundays Market at PLACELB

POSADA VIBES is the culminating event for Second Sundays, a workshop series at PLACELB where we open up space to teaching artists to share a part of their process with the community. We invite folks to meet local artists, makers, and community arts-organizations &...
“Sweet Dreams” sneak-peek screening

“Sweet Dreams” sneak-peek screening

Join writer/director Gary Alvarez at a sneak-peek screening of his new film “Sweet Dreams” followed by a Q&A with the cast and crew! Doors open at 10am. Screening starts at 10:45am. PG-13 for strong language, mature themes and some violence. This film...
28th Annual Historical Cemetery Tour

28th Annual Historical Cemetery Tour

The Annual Historical Cemetery Tour is back for its 28th year on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Sunnyside and Municipal Cemeteries (1095 & 1151 E. Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90806)! It is the signature event of the Historical Society of Long Beach. You won’t...
Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Performances: October 11th (8-9:30pm), 12th (8-9:30pm), 13th (2-3:30pm) This psychological thriller unravels an elegant mystery about an ex-tennis star who plots to kill his wealthy wife.
Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Performances: October 11th (8-9:30pm), 12th (8-9:30pm), 13th (2-3:30pm) This psychological thriller unravels an elegant mystery about an ex-tennis star who plots to kill his wealthy wife.
Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Performances: October 11th, 12th, 13th This psychological thriller unravels an elegant mystery about an ex-tennis star who plots to kill his wealthy wife.
Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Dial M for Murder – Old Time Radio Show

Performances: October 11th, 12th, 13th This psychological thriller unravels an elegant mystery about an ex-tennis star who plots to kill his wealthy wife.
Brother to Brother: The Unpacking

Brother to Brother: The Unpacking

Welcome to Brother to Brother: The Unpacking event. Join us at the Scottish Rite Event Center for a night of open and honest conversations between brothers. This event is all about breaking down barriers and building connections. We’ll be sharing stories,...