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Mariachi Herencia de México
Past Event This event took place on September 16, 2023. Simultaneously honoring the past, celebrating the present, and creating the future of mariachi music, Mariachi Herencia de México presents an unforgettable experience of Mexican music and culture. The historic tradition of mariachi music has its roots of origin in cities such as Guadalajara and Mexico City.…
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Hidden
Past Exhibition This exhibition closed on October 24, 2023. Cristina Salvador Klenz brings a collection of rare, intimate photographs featuring the Roma families living along the West Coast. The exhibition features the artist’s nearly 30-year documentation of Roma lives — captured on black-and-white 35mm film. Works exhibited in Hidden are featured in the artist’s book of the…
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Études
Past Event This event took place on August 12, 2023. The Luckman will present the world premiere of Études by choreographer Raiford Rogers, set to Philip Glass’ Études 5 & 12, and Prophecies from Koyannisquatsi (a Hopi word meaning “life out of balance”). Études, a coda for Rogers’ acclaimed ballet Seeds of Rain, are constantly evolving…
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Dance & Dialogue
Dance & Dialogue is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting inclusivity, cultural exchange, and personal growth through the transformative power of dance. Founded with a vision to bridge communities and foster understanding, Dance & Dialogue offers innovative dance programs, workshops, and performances that bring people from diverse backgrounds together. Through their initiatives, they create a…
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Indigo Girls
Past Event This event took place on June 24, 2023. American folk-rock duo Indigo Girls come to Los Angeles for one night only – presented by The Soraya at Cal State Northridge and performed at The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA. Over a thirty-five-year career, the multi-GRAMMY® Award-winning duo Emily Saliers and…
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Maya Arce
https://vimeo.com/824198375 Maya Arce is a Mexican-American musician who grew up in Arizona. She began studying and performing mariachi music as a vocalist and violinist at the age of five. She moved to Los Angeles to join the multi-faceted folk ensemble Grupo Bella. The band focused on playing more traditional mariachi, son jarocho, son huasteco, as…
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John Waters
Past Event This event took place on April 23, 2023. John Waters returns to the Luckman with an all-new version of his solo stand-up performance. Waters’ joyously devious monologue celebrates his film career and obsessional tastes. A celebrated filmmaker, director, and writer, John Waters has built a reputation for shocking his audiences. Many of the…
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Melissa Etheridge
Past Event This event took place on April 22, 2023. Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the American rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album, which led to an appearance on the 1989 GRAMMY® Awards show. For several years, her popularity grew around such memorable originals as “Bring Me Some…
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Yamma Ensemble: A Special Presentation
Yamma Ensemble: A Special Presentation featuring instruments from the gift of Mary Levin Cutler is part of a season-long series of digital segments that bring you up close and personal with artists from a variety of art disciplines. In this special episode, the artists share knowledge and demonstrate the ancient instruments gifted to Cal State…
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Cal State LA Spring 2023 GALA Concert
SPRING 2023 GALA CONCERT Saturday, May 6, 7:30 p.m. University Choirs and Student/Faculty Orchestra performing Carmina Burana. composed by Carl Orff conducted by Dr. Christopher Gravis faculty soloists Natalie Buickians and Robert MacNeil and Children’s Choir of All Saints Church in Pasadena
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Lorenzo
https://vimeo.com/813407046 Singer-songwriter Lorenzo is known for his deeply confessional lyrics and evocative melodies, crafting songs that resonate with raw emotion and introspective storytelling. His music explores themes of love, loss, self-discovery, and resilience, drawing listeners into an intimate world where every lyric feels personal yet universally relatable. With a gift for weaving poetic narratives into…
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Patti LaBelle
Past Event This event took place on March 24, 2023. Known as the “godmother of soul,” Patti LaBelle is a Grammy winner and legendary hit-maker. She has given the world many memorable songs over her career of 60+ years, including “Lady Marmalade,” “When You Talk About Love,” “New Attitude,” “If Only You Knew,” and “On…
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Ballet Nepantla presents Valentina
Ballet Nepantla presents “Valentina“: a collection of stories that speak to the strength and resilience of women during Revolutionary Mexico. By fusing contemporary ballet with traditional Mexican folklórico, “Valentina” tells stories of wealth and power, hope and despair, struggle and loss, and triumph. Tickets: $30, $35, $40, $50 Available via Ticketmaster or the Luckman Box Office. This is…
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Jazz at Lincoln Center: Songs We Love
For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education globally. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries. Songs We Love was…
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Julieta Venegas
Both the November 1 and November 2 performances are sold out.* An icon on the Latin pop music scene, Julieta Venegas has made a significant impact as a singer, multi-instrumentalist, and composer — garnering international recognition and acclaim throughout her illustrative career. Her exceptional talent and versatility have allowed her to captivate audiences on prominent stages and festivals worldwide, resulting…
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Goran Bregović
Past Event This event took place on March 11, 2023. Goran Bregović is a highly acclaimed international composer and musician who weaves together traditional styles from the region where he grew up, experimenting with genres from Romani to Klezmer to classical, incorporating traditional chants and infusing electronic music while maintaining a distinctly Balkan identity in…
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Dance & Dialogue
World Arts Day is designed to give the community an opportunity to experience and interact with various art forms from around the world. Los Angeles is a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities, and this dynamic interaction has made it a vibrant and rich community. The event will include a Mexican Folklorico dance class with…
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Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, Sarah Jarosz
Past Event This event took place on January 21, 2023. Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, & Sarah Jarosz come together onstage for a special evening. A singular and enduring talent, Grammy winner Shawn Colvin’s songs like “Sunny Came Home” are slow-release works of craft and catharsis that become treasured, lifetime companions for their listeners. After winning…
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Dionne Warwick
Past Event This event took place on December 17, 2022. Six-time Grammy Award-winning legend Dionne Warwick has earned more than 75 charted hit songs and has sold over 100 million records. After her debut collaboration with Burt Bacharach and Hal David in 1961, she went on to record 18 consecutive Top 100 singles (Don’t Make…