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Ballet Folklorico dancer performs on stage in traditional Mexican attire, gracefully holding up a flowing white dress adorned with intricate embroidery.

Ballet Folklórico de México

March 16, 2025

Founded in 1952 by dancer and choreographer Amalia Hernández, Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández brings together the music, dance and costume of Mexican folklore from pre-Colombian civilizations to the modern era. The Ballet has a permanent residence at the iconic Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, and has choreographed over 120 ballets, comprised of 60 folk dancers and musicians who continue to perform extensively across Mexico and abroad.

Cirque Kalabante performer wearing a headpiece and feathered attire raises drumsticks above their head while standing behind a large drum.

Cirque Kalabanté

February 16, 2025

Cirque Kalabanté presents Afrique en Cirque, a show by Yamoussa Bangoura, inspired by daily life in Guinea. A colorful show beyond its scenery, costumes, and staging — it showcases the strength and agility required to perform its gravity-defying acts. Accompanied by live Afro-jazz, percussion, and kora.

New Orleans Songbook consisting three individuals are posed against a backdrop of a stylized cityscape with a gradient of green to purple lighting. From left to right, Quiana Lynell with long braided hair, Milton Suggs in a patterned shirt, and Luther S. Allison with glasses and a turtleneck sweater.

New Orleans Songbook

February 1, 2025

Jazz at Lincoln Center brings the soul of New Orleans and the spirit of Mardi Gras to this amazing evening, celebrating the composers and inspired songs of the Crescent City, the historic epicenter of jazz. From Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to Ellis Marsalis and James Black, New Orleans has long been an apex of innovation and inspiration. Led by pianist Luther S. Allison and vocalists Quiana Lynell and Milton Suggs, New Orleans Songbook immerses audiences in the captivating and timeless spirit of this vibrant city.

Kingdom Choir, a group of sixteen diverse individuals, dressed in stylish, elegant outfits in shades of white, yellow, and earth tones, pose together in a rustic room.

The Kingdom Choir

November 16, 2024

London’s The Kingdom Choir first attracted the world’s attention when they performed their show-stopping performance of Stand By Me in front of a world-wide television audience of over two billion at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in May 2018. Since that day, the Choir’s infectious joy and spirit, matched only by their raw Gospel spiritual style, has taken them around the world.

Michael Feinstein in a black tuxedo with a bow tie is smiling broadly.

Michael Feinstein

October 4, 2024

Michael Feinstein brings to life Big Band Celebrations and the Tony Bennett legacy. Supported by the Carnegie Hall Ensemble and Luckman Jazz Orchestra, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.

Sinks

September 21, 2024

Self Help Graphics & Art, Sinks: Places We Call Home, presented at the Luckman Gallery, Cal State LA: a project in which artists, who are partnering with communities and scientists, examine the impact of toxic manufacturing sites on communities near Self Help Graphics & Art in East LA.

Jenny and the Mexicats poses against a dark background. Jenny on the left, plays a trumpet. Two men stand, one in a white shirt and another in a plaid shirt, while a third man with a beard and a patterned shirt sits. They all have serious expressions under warm lighting.

Jenny and the Mexicats

August 20, 2024

Jenny and the Mexicats is a band with a unique and fascinating history, blending diverse nationalities, cultures, and musical influences. Their journey began in Madrid under the name Pachucos y la Princesa, bringing together an eclectic mix of personalities and styles. Over time, their sound evolved into a vibrant fusion of jazz, rockabilly, cumbia, flamenco, and reggae, setting them apart on the global music scene.

Raiford Rogers ballet dancers in perfect unison mid-jump against a painted backdrop, exhibiting the artistry and athleticism of a dance performance.

Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet

August 17, 2024

A captivating new production choreographed by Raiford Rogers, set to the entrancing sounds of the Philip Glass masterpiece, “Glassworks.” The landmark composition serves as the heartbeat of this innovative ballet performed by Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet. Pianist Hui Wu brings the music to life with virtuosic flair, providing a sonic track that enhances the emotional depth of Rogers’ choreography.

A woman with braided hair, wearing hoop earrings and a beaded necklace, looks off to the side while standing amidst tall grasses and yellow flowers. The bright blue sky and sunlight create a serene, dreamy atmosphere.

Esperanza Spalding

August 2, 2024

Emphasizing simplicity and intimacy of her voice, bass, and songs, in this special configuration of 2 musicians and 2 dancers, Esperanza performs songs from all 8 of her previous albums, songs from current releases, plus a special-preview of her forthcoming project.

A mysterious portrait of American singer Paula Cole illuminated by a sliver of light, highlighting her intense gaze and delicate facial features amidst the shadows.

Paula Cole

April 26, 2024

Paula Cole has never been afraid of speaking complex truths. With a musical catalog defined by honest and deeply personal lyrics carried by her powerful, radiant voice, Cole has always had a gift for discerning the underlying humanity in stories from her own life as well as those around her, and channeling those emotional elements into captivating music.

Madeline Peyroux smiling through an array of vibrant orange flowers with a dark blue background.

Madeleine Peyroux

March 16, 2024

French-American jazz songstress Madeleine Peyroux returns to the Luckman with her full arsenal of delicately sultry compositions and renditions. With hits such as Careless Love and Don’t Wait Too Long, Madeleine Peyroux has earned her spot amongst jazz/blues divas such as Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald – artists to whom she is often compared.

A portrait of María José Llergo with a serene expression, captured with a motion blur effect that gives the image a dreamlike, ethereal quality.

María José Llergo

March 10, 2024

Maria José Llergo is one of the most exciting voices in contemporary flamenco. Her unique interpretation of the genre is refreshing and free of traditional constraints. Singing about love, sadness, and social struggles, her stunning voice twists and turns through atmospheric and captivating soundscapes.

Bernadette Peters singing passionately into a microphone on a dark stage, spotlight highlighting her expressive stance.

Bernadette Peters

March 9, 2024

Experience the legendary Bernadette Peters live in concert for an unforgettable evening of timeless Broadway classics and enchanting melodies. With her iconic voice and unparalleled stage presence, the Tony Award-winning star of Into the Woods, Hello, Dolly!, and Sunday in the Park with George brings a dazzling performance filled with heart, humor, and the magic of musical theater.

Elegant Judy Collins with silver hair posing confidently against a blue backdrop.

Judy Collins

March 2, 2024

Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices.

La Santa Cecilia group posing with confidence in a rustic outdoor setting at dusk, exuding a vintage vibe.

La Santa Cecilia

February 24, 2024

Grammy-winning La Santa Cecilia exemplifies the modern-day creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music. The band is known for drawing inspiration from all over the world, utilizing Pan-American rhythms including cumbia, bossa-nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz and klezmer music.

Taj Mahal singing with head held upwards and Sona Jobarteh holding an instrument in one arm and other arm in air.

Taj Mahal & Sona Jobarteh

February 23, 2024

Two-time Grammy-winning blues icon Taj Mahal comes to The Luckman on a co-bill with Sona Jobarteh, the first professional female Kora virtuoso to come from any of the West African dynasties.

Photo of "Passengers Within" by Joaqun de Luz

Compañía Nacional de Danza

February 15, 2024

Spain’s Compañía Nacional de Danza is one of the world’s most prestigious dance companies, celebrated for its exceptional artistry, technical excellence, and innovative approach to contemporary and classical ballet. Under the visionary leadership of renowned choreographers, the company has captivated audiences across the globe with breathtaking performances that blend tradition with modernity.

A stylish bria skonberg in a houndstooth outfit posing pensively next to a smiling Benny Benack III holding a trumpet, both set against an abstract, neon-lit background suggestive of a vibrant nightlife

Sing and Swing

February 3, 2024

After the success of Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents Songs We Love tour, this new and highly anticipated touring project from Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents celebrates the Great American Songbook in all of its playful — and sophisticated glory — brought to life by two of this generation’s brightest stars – Bria Skonberg and Benny Benack.

A woman in a black dress energetically sings into a vintage silver microphone. She has curly hair and wears a fur shawl on one shoulder. The background is plain white.

Chaka Khan

January 27, 2024

The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA is honored to present the legendary Queen of Funk, Chaka Khan. Commemorating her 50th anniversary in the music industry, this golden celebration will be an experience filled with surprises and once-in-a-lifetime moments that will add to the tapestry of her groundbreaking impact in music.

Chiquis in a stylish red sequined suit and matching wide-brimmed hat poses confidently against a vibrant red background, exuding glamour and fashion-forward flair.

Chiquis

December 1, 2023

Following the success of her album Abeja Reina, two-time Latin Grammy-winning recording singer/songwriter Chiquis will perform songs from her acclaimed catalog of hits spanning nearly 15 years.

A solitary Julieta Venegas, caught in a contemplative moment, bathed in a sliver of light against the surrounding darkness.

Julieta Venegas

November 1, 2023

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.

A poised individual with a dramatic pose against a dusk-colored sky backdrop.

Carminho

October 14, 2023

Acclaimed Fado singer Carminho takes her 2023 album, Portuguesa, on tour. The daughter of the renowned Fado singer Teresa Siqueira, Carminho explores her origins and identity in her work—combining reverence for the traditions of Fado with a modern vision all her own.

Sergio Mendes with a beaming smile posing confidently against a green background, dressed in a vibrant orange shirt, blue scarf, and a stylish straw hat, exuding charisma and joy.

Sérgio Mendes

October 12, 2023

From his pioneering contributions to the foundations of Bossa nova, through the era-defining latin-pop sound of his iconic group Brasil ’66; his 21st-century reinvention with Black-Eyed peas, John Legend or his Oscar®-nominated theme song from the animated hit Rio: an infectious spirit of joy pervades everything Mendes has ushered into the ears of listeners.

A mariachi band in traditional attire posing confidently against a dark red background.

Mariachi Herencia de México

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.

Two boys with earnest expressions, one resting his head on the other's shoulder, share a moment of camaraderie in a stark, monochromatic setting.

Hidden

August 17, 2023

California-based photojournalist Cristina Salvador Klenz brings a collection of rare, intimate photographs featuring the Roma families living along the West Coast. Beginning in 1990 and working as a staff photographer for the Press-Telegram, Salvador Klenz spent nearly 30 years earning the trust of a number of families belonging to various “nations” of Roma and documenting their lives on black-and-white, 35mm film.

La Santa Cecilia group posing with confidence in a rustic outdoor setting at dusk, exuding a vintage vibe.

La Santa Cecilia

June 29, 2023

Grammy-winning La Santa Cecilia exemplifies the modern-day creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music. The band is known for drawing inspiration from all over the world, utilizing Pan-American rhythms including cumbia, bossa-nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz and klezmer music.

Photo of Indigo Girls

Indigo Girls

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.

John Waters

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.

Melissa Etheridge smiles while holding a guitar. She is wearing a black leather jacket and standing in front of a red curtain.

Melissa Etheridge

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. Her astounding success that year led to Etheridge receiving the Songwriter of the Year honor at the ASCAP Pop Awards in 1996.

A woman with a warm smile, wearing elegant makeup, hoop earrings, and a stylish black outfit, playfully leans against a wooden door frame. her blonde-highlighted hair adds to her radiant and confident appearance.

Patti LaBelle

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 My Own.”

A joyful person toasting with a glass of champagne, seemingly in a celebratory mood.

Goran Bregović

November 15, 2022

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 his sound.

Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, Sara Jarosz against a blue gradient background, portraying a range of emotions and styles.

Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, Sarah Jarosz

November 15, 2022

Grammy Award-winning artists Shawn Colvin, Marc Cohn, and Sarah Jarosz come together onstage for a special evening of unforgettable music. Blending their distinctive voices, masterful musicianship, and storytelling prowess, these celebrated singer-songwriters will perform beloved hits and collaborative renditions in an intimate, one-of-a-kind concert experience.

A smiling woman with short blonde hair, wearing a black blazer over a black shirt, radiating confidence and positivity against a neutral background.

Dionne Warwick

November 15, 2022

With a career spanning over six decades, Dionne Warwick’s unmistakable voice has defined generations, delivering beloved songs like Walk On By, I Say a Little Prayer, and That’s What Friends Are For. Don’t miss this extraordinary concert celebrating one of music’s most enduring voices.

A confident woman with short, styled hair and wearing a white outfit gazes at the camera, her hands elegantly poised beside her face, exuding a sense of strength and grace.

Mariza

November 14, 2022

Mariza, gifted with a powerful and expressive voice, is the best-known global representative of fado in the 21st century, blending tradition with modern influences. The Portuguese singer incorporates elements of Brazilian samba, Cape Verdean mornas, R&B, and soul, achieving international acclaim with her multi-platinum debut Fado em Mim and subsequent worldwide performances. Mariza has received dozens of awards including her most cherished: Best Artist from the Amália Rodrigues Foundation.

CocoRosie

October 18, 2022

In the nearly five years since CocoRosie released their last album, sisters Bianca and Sierra Casady have stayed busy, composing for theater, collaborating with Robert Wilson, performing with the Kronos Quartet, and appearing on Chance the Rapper’s The Big Day. Their seventh album, Put The Shine On, created over four years amid personal upheaval and healing, balances fresh, adroit pop with intense explorations of human emotion, making it their most sonically adventurous and emotionally complex work yet.

Isabella Rossellini

October 8, 2022

Legendary actress Isabella Rossellini returns to the Luckman stage for two evenings with her new one-woman show, Darwin’s Smile, which reconciles two worlds that are often at opposite ends: art and science. Reading Charles Darwin’s book “The Expression of Emotions on Man and Animals” revealed to her that the continuity between humans and animals can also be detected in the expression of emotions. Isabella explores how empathy, which is the base of acting, is also necessary for the studies of animal behavior (ethology).

Elegant dancers in vibrant traditional costumes perform a lively and colorful folk dance with a joyful expression, capturing the essence of cultural celebration.

Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández 2022

March 25, 2022

n 2022, Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández celebrates its 70th anniversary. To commemorate the occasion, the company returns to the Luckman for three evenings featuring renewed performances of their most celebrated classic choreography.

Step Afrika!

February 18, 2022

Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities; traditional African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience. Performances are much more than dance shows; they integrate songs, storytelling, humor and audience participation. The blend of technique, agility, and pure energy makes each performance unique and leaves the audience with their hearts pounding.

Ballet Folklorico dancer performs on stage in traditional Mexican attire, gracefully holding up a flowing white dress adorned with intricate embroidery.

Ballet Folklórico de México

March 16, 2025

Cirque Kalabante performer wearing a headpiece and feathered attire raises drumsticks above their head while standing behind a large drum.

Cirque Kalabanté

February 16, 2025

New Orleans Songbook consisting three individuals are posed against a backdrop of a stylized cityscape with a gradient of green to purple lighting. From left to right, Quiana Lynell with long braided hair, Milton Suggs in a patterned shirt, and Luther S. Allison with glasses and a turtleneck sweater.

New Orleans Songbook

February 1, 2025

Kingdom Choir, a group of sixteen diverse individuals, dressed in stylish, elegant outfits in shades of white, yellow, and earth tones, pose together in a rustic room.

The Kingdom Choir

November 16, 2024

Michael Feinstein in a black tuxedo with a bow tie is smiling broadly.

Michael Feinstein

October 4, 2024

Sinks

September 21, 2024

Jenny and the Mexicats poses against a dark background. Jenny on the left, plays a trumpet. Two men stand, one in a white shirt and another in a plaid shirt, while a third man with a beard and a patterned shirt sits. They all have serious expressions under warm lighting.

Jenny and the Mexicats

August 20, 2024

Raiford Rogers ballet dancers in perfect unison mid-jump against a painted backdrop, exhibiting the artistry and athleticism of a dance performance.

Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet

August 17, 2024

A woman with braided hair, wearing hoop earrings and a beaded necklace, looks off to the side while standing amidst tall grasses and yellow flowers. The bright blue sky and sunlight create a serene, dreamy atmosphere.

Esperanza Spalding

August 2, 2024

A mysterious portrait of American singer Paula Cole illuminated by a sliver of light, highlighting her intense gaze and delicate facial features amidst the shadows.

Paula Cole

April 26, 2024

Madeline Peyroux smiling through an array of vibrant orange flowers with a dark blue background.

Madeleine Peyroux

March 16, 2024

A portrait of María José Llergo with a serene expression, captured with a motion blur effect that gives the image a dreamlike, ethereal quality.

María José Llergo

March 10, 2024

Bernadette Peters singing passionately into a microphone on a dark stage, spotlight highlighting her expressive stance.

Bernadette Peters

March 9, 2024

Elegant Judy Collins with silver hair posing confidently against a blue backdrop.

Judy Collins

March 2, 2024

La Santa Cecilia group posing with confidence in a rustic outdoor setting at dusk, exuding a vintage vibe.

La Santa Cecilia

February 24, 2024

Ballet Folklorico dancer performs on stage in traditional Mexican attire, gracefully holding up a flowing white dress adorned with intricate embroidery.

Ballet Folklórico de México

March 16, 2025

Cirque Kalabante performer wearing a headpiece and feathered attire raises drumsticks above their head while standing behind a large drum.

Cirque Kalabanté

February 16, 2025

New Orleans Songbook consisting three individuals are posed against a backdrop of a stylized cityscape with a gradient of green to purple lighting. From left to right, Quiana Lynell with long braided hair, Milton Suggs in a patterned shirt, and Luther S. Allison with glasses and a turtleneck sweater.

New Orleans Songbook

February 1, 2025

Kingdom Choir, a group of sixteen diverse individuals, dressed in stylish, elegant outfits in shades of white, yellow, and earth tones, pose together in a rustic room.

The Kingdom Choir

November 16, 2024

Michael Feinstein in a black tuxedo with a bow tie is smiling broadly.

Michael Feinstein

October 4, 2024

Sinks

September 21, 2024

Jenny and the Mexicats poses against a dark background. Jenny on the left, plays a trumpet. Two men stand, one in a white shirt and another in a plaid shirt, while a third man with a beard and a patterned shirt sits. They all have serious expressions under warm lighting.

Jenny and the Mexicats

August 20, 2024

Raiford Rogers ballet dancers in perfect unison mid-jump against a painted backdrop, exhibiting the artistry and athleticism of a dance performance.

Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet

August 17, 2024

A woman with braided hair, wearing hoop earrings and a beaded necklace, looks off to the side while standing amidst tall grasses and yellow flowers. The bright blue sky and sunlight create a serene, dreamy atmosphere.

Esperanza Spalding

August 2, 2024

A mysterious portrait of American singer Paula Cole illuminated by a sliver of light, highlighting her intense gaze and delicate facial features amidst the shadows.

Paula Cole

April 26, 2024

Madeline Peyroux smiling through an array of vibrant orange flowers with a dark blue background.

Madeleine Peyroux

March 16, 2024

A portrait of María José Llergo with a serene expression, captured with a motion blur effect that gives the image a dreamlike, ethereal quality.

María José Llergo

March 10, 2024

Bernadette Peters singing passionately into a microphone on a dark stage, spotlight highlighting her expressive stance.

Bernadette Peters

March 9, 2024

Elegant Judy Collins with silver hair posing confidently against a blue backdrop.

Judy Collins

March 2, 2024

La Santa Cecilia group posing with confidence in a rustic outdoor setting at dusk, exuding a vintage vibe.

La Santa Cecilia

February 24, 2024

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5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90032

1-323-343-6600 | info@theluckman.org

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Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Gallery Hours

Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90032 | 1-323-343-6600 | info@theluckman.org

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Box Office Hours

Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Gallery Hours

Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The Luckman

5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA, 90032

1-323-343-6600

info@theluckman.org

Tickets

Visit

About

Box Office Hours

Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Gallery Hours

Wednesday – Friday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.