entertainment
“Sweet Dreams” screening at Mexican-American Film & TV Festival
Set in the near future when most people can no longer dream, “Sweet Dreams” follows the story of Esperanza, a young woman who’s excited to be a mom for the first time. Weeks before the baby is due, her partner Kiké goes missing. As she searches for...
Art 11 Film Series Screening: Killer of Sheep (1978), New 4K Restoration – FREE TO MEMBERS
Saturday, April 26th at 11:00 AM & Sunday April 27th at 11:00 AM Art 11 Film Series Screening – FREE TO MEMBERS Killer of Sheep (1978) – New 4K Restoration Director: Charles burnett 80m, Narrative, NR Summary: Burnett’s films focus on everyday...
Musical Fusion with Arturo Sandoval
This evening will display the magnetic allure of the multifaceted virtuoso, Arturo Sandoval. Renowned for his mastery in the realms of both jazz and classical music, Sandoval’s ten GRAMMY Awards and his expansive repertoire as a trumpeter, vocalist, storyteller, and...
Sinatra, Elvis, and MORE! by Matt Mauser
On Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM, Long Beach Symphony presents the timeless sounds of music’s greatest legends in Sinatra, Elvis, and More! by Matt Mauser, performing at the Long Beach Arena. Under the baton of Music Director Eckart Preu, Mauser—renowned for...
Love Stories: Tchaikovsky 4 and More!
mbark upon this musical journey which recognizes the Symphony’s meaningful relationships and partnerships in Long Beach, including the Cambodian community. This concert is a celebration of who we are. It will open with traditional Cambodian music, the ethereal...
RuMBa Foundation Family Concerts: Dance Around the World!
This free festival-style event will be filled with activities, live music, interactive booths, and kid-friendly food. Children will be able to play with symphonic musical instruments at the “Instrument Petting Zoo” and crafting their own batons for “Conducting 101”...
Red Carpet Awards Fundraiser
This unique event takes place Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. This fantastic party and fundraiser will again feature our own Red Carpet entrance, photo booth, food and drinks, giveaways, a silent auction, and a LIVE telecast on the big screen: celebrity Red Carpet coverage...
Long Beach International Peace & Diversity Festival and Concert – 25th Anniversary
Join us for an afternoon of celebrating the beauty of diversity with art, music, and fun for the whole family. The event is free of charge. Sponsored by the Arts Council for Long Beach, the Port of Long Beach, the RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach, and LA Arts and...
Mystery on Bourbon Street: A Mardi Gras Affair
Step into the heart of New Orleans for an unforgettable evening of intrigue, indulgence, and inspiration at Mystery on Bourbon Street: A Mardi Gras Mystery Affair. This one-of-a-kind fundraising event will transport you to the vibrant streets of the Big Easy, where...
Long Beach’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Bar Crawl
Embark on a lively St. Patrick’s Day revelry with our exclusive bar crawl extravaganza. Join fellow enthusiasts as we traverse through the lively streets, immersing ourselves in the dynamic local bar scene. The St. Paddy’s Day pub crawl guarantees an...
Spotlight on Singer-Songwriters presented with FAR-West
Hear four singer-songwriters led by Abby Posner with Jessica Childress, Great Willow and Paula Fong. Grand Vision and FAR-West collaborated to put this Spotlight Series line-up together through a generous grant from the Live Music Society.
Cristina Vane
Nashville singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Cristina Vane has earned praise from the likes of American Songwriter and Rolling Stone Country. Influenced by Robert Johnson, Blind Willie Johnson and Alanis Morissette and powered by her signature take on blues...
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain
Performing music from their 17 award-winning CDs! Andy Hill and Renee Safier with their band Hard Rain return for a night of originals and favorite covers. The band have been referred to as “America’s best kept secret,” delivering a style of Americana folk-rock that’s...Spotlight on Singer-Songwriters with McCabe’s Concerts
Hear four singer songwriters in one night featuring Dan Navarro – whose extensive credits include writing Pat Benatar’s “We Belong” with Wendy Waldman, Jesse Lynn Madera and Adam Moss. Grand Vision and McCabe’s collaborated to put this Spotlight Series line-up...
Long Beach International Peace & Diversity Festival and Concert – 25th Anniversary
Join us for a day of fun for the whole family! 1:30 – 4:15 PM. FESTIVAL – Games, Crafts, Sample goodies from around the globe, Live Multicultural Music (including Taiko drums, Klezmer Band, PanJive Caribbean Steal Drums, Bagpipes, and the Long Beach Youth...
Jingle All the Way, a Holiday Jubilee
P3 Theatre Company presents Jingle All the Way, a Holiday Jubilee with a Special Performance by The Jewel Box Children’s Theatre Performance Troupe Saturday, December 21st @ 4pm at the Long Beach Christian Fellowship 3210 E Airport Way, Long Beach, CA Long Beach’s P3...
Art 11 Film Series Screening: Saturday Night (2024) – FREE TO MEMBERS
Saturday, December 21st at 11:00 AM & Sunday December 22nd at 11:00 AM Art 11 Film Series Screening – FREE TO MEMBERS Saturday Night (2024) Director: Jason Reitman 109m, Comedy/Drama, R Summary: 11:30pm on October 11, 1975, a ferocious troupe of young...
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 &...
6th Annual Nutcracker With a Twist
En Pointe Dance & Fitness is proud to present our annual production of Nutcracker with a Twist. This captivating reimagining of the beloved holiday classic combines the traditional Nutcracker story with contemporary choreography of varying dance styles, beautiful...
War of the Worlds – Old Time Radio Show
Don’t miss this yearly Long Beach Shakespeare tradition, the sci-fi adventure that brought mass hysteria! Back for another season! October 25th 8:00-9:30pm October 26th 8:00-9:30pm October 27th 2:00-3:30pm
War of the Worlds – Old Time Radio Show
Don’t miss this yearly Long Beach Shakespeare tradition, the sci-fi adventure that brought mass hysteria! Back for another season! October 25th 8:00-9:30pm October 26th 8:00-9:30pm October 27th 2:00-3:30pm
A Ray Bradbury Double Feature: Sound of Thunder – The Veldt – Old Time Radio Show
A Ray Bradbury Double Feature comes to life at the Helen Borgers Theater from KBRD Long Beach! Starting with the Veldt, a classic short story that may make you take that iPad away from your kids. Then enjoy Ray Bradbury’s short story “Sound of Thunder”. A...
A Ray Bradbury Double Feature: Sound of Thunder – The Veldt – Old Time Radio Show
A Ray Bradbury Double Feature comes to life at the Helen Borgers Theater from KBRD Long Beach! Starting with the Veldt, a classic short story that may make you take that iPad away from your kids. Then enjoy Ray Bradbury’s short story “Sound of Thunder”. A...