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Introducing the Washington Neighborhood Basketball Court Mural Project
We are thrilled to announce the Washington Neighborhood Basketball Court Mural Project, a transformative initiative supported by the California Arts Council and presented by the Public Corporation for the Arts for the City of Long Beach (ArtsLB). This exciting project...
GROOVE IS IN THE ARTS: State of the Arts Reception 2024
🎉 Let’s celebrate the arts with music, dance, and creativity at our State of the Arts Reception in 2024! Welcome to GROOVE IS IN THE ARTS: State of the Arts Reception 2024! Join us for a night of creativity and community at Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Co....
The SoCal Ballet Scene
Join us for a Ballet Festival that brings together the best dance artists and companies in Southern California! – Experience a wide range of ballet styles, from classical to contemporary, performed by some of the best dancers in Southern California –...
Kontrapunktus presents BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum
KONTRAPUNKTUS returns this August with its first Long Beach concert in over one year when the debut their newest and most ambitious classical production yet, “BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum” and also features the long awaited return of phenomenal soloist,...
Behind the (Art)ist: Lou Sarg
This virtual web series features Long Beach artist Lou Sarg, a woodworker whose crafts embody a rich love for nature and sustainability. The video will debut on the Arts Council’s Instagram page as well as Cheantay Jensen’s (@Cheantay).
Musical Theatre West Presents “Newsies” July 12- 28
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Newsies to hit Long Beach this July! Southern California’s premier theatre company, Musical Theatre West (MTW), is bringing Broadway to the beach with the Tony Award-Winning Disney musical, Newsies Based on the real-life Newsboys...
Brother to Brother: The Unpacking
After hosting a series of spaces for Black gay/queer men to voice different issues they’ve been battling, we have created a documentary of those pre-recorded interviews to be accompanied by live original songs and choreography. Come experience our show which...
Dear Long Beach: Diary Films Commissioned by Long Beach Community Arts
Dear Long Beach: Diary Films Commissioned by LBCMA, brings together four diverse emerging filmmakers to create a series of personal Super 8 diary/essay films focused on the city of Long Beach, CA. Through the intimate lens of Super 8 film (a small gauge film format...
Ryujin Taiko Free Outdoor Concert
Take an afternoon break and get re-energized with the joyful drumming of Ryujin Taiko! Come to the Grand Annex (parking lot) for this FREE 30-minute Make Music LA Day event. About Make Music Day Each year, on June 21, Make Music Day celebrations happen across the...
KUBO LB Window Art Installation
Join us at KUBO LB (3976 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA )on Saturday, June 22, 2024, for the window art installation reveal by Lorean Bautista. This art installation was made possible through the Arts Council for Long Beach 2023-2024 Microgrant.
drawinghouse: Figure Drawing & Still-Life Session
-uninstructed figure drawing session with live model -uninstructed still-life setup simultaneous to live model sessions -light snacks and drinks provided -curated at-home atmosphere located in Icehouse Arts Complex
Mikael (1924), 100th Anniversary – Century of Cinema Series, Free To Members!
Sunday, June 23rd at 3:00 PM Join us as we welcome back our Century of Cinema series and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of 1924 German silent film, Mikael! Mikael (1924) NR – Romance, Drama – 1hr 33m From the visionary directors behind “Häxan”...
Otro Mundo
Otro Mundo is an otherworldly experience celebrating Community Care, Harm Reduction, Mental Health awareness, and LEA’s QT Connect Ambassadors past and present! This event is a collaboration between QT Connect and SELA artist, NEYVA through the Creative Corps...
Who Hurt You: A Workshop for Women and Survivors Navigating Internet-Based Sexual Harm
Who Hurt You offers a brave and supportive space for survivors to explore and express their emotional truths. Participants will learn to use poetic techniques like erasure and found text to transform their pain into powerful art, fostering healing and resilience. This...
The Mantel Gallery presents: Xiaoxiao Wu
The Mantel Gallery is excited to announce our next show featuring artist Xiaoxiao Wu. Xiaoxiao Wu is an interdisciplinary artist based in Los Angeles, renowned for her unique blend of dark humor and cross-cultural compositions. Born and raised in Shanghai, Xiaoxiao...
Positive Shifts
You’re invited to a Day of Building Resiliency, Expanding Community, and Embracing Art! FEATURING: 🎭 Interactive Performances 🎨 Art Installations 🎧 Audio Walking Tours 🏬 Showcasing Local Small Businesses 📜 Poetry 🎶 Live Music 🤝 Community Engagement 🌌 Augmented...
EXPLORING QUEER ART HISTORY THROUGH A LATIN AMERICAN CANVAS
Join us for an engaging lecture by Ignacio Darnaude! Renowned Latin American artists, such as Frida Kahlo and Claudio Bravo, all the way to Chicanx artists like Carlos Almaraz and Joey Terrill created astonishing queer imagery hiding in plain sight. Their coded images...
Galactivation Station Community Music Jam Experience
This unique musical and creative gathering, which we host monthly, transforms Bixby Park into a vibrant and inclusive community hub where everyone is welcome to express their creativity through music and art. Our Galactivation Station with Art in the Park is not just...
DSF Photography Werkshop
Come learn with Greg Bell. All skill levels are welcome! RSVP to reserve your spot- 12 spots available.
ABBA LA
Enjoy the music of one of the most beloved ’70s super-groups. Hear hits Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Take A Chance On Me, Mamma Mia, and many more!
Team Taiko Drumming
We believe in creating unique opportunities for people to meet their neighbors and engage in their community in a new way. Come play with us! Taiko is a Japanese traditional drumming practice that, over the last several decades, has become a global phenomenon. Since...
Jimmy’s Buffet
Calling all Parrot Heads! Celebrate the music and vibes of – you guessed it! – Jimmy Buffett. Experience a truly authentic Buffett sound with 12 of California’s best musicians. The Grand Annex will transform into a tropical beach party as Jimmy’s Buffet honors their...
The CRayProject Presents : P.I.N.S Royal Renaissance
In a grand celebration of a half-decade adorned with glamour, The CRayProject celebrates PINS marked at its 5th anniversary with “The Royal Renaissance,” an opulent ode to urban burlesque. Set against the backdrop of a resplendent metropolis, the night unfolded as a...