The Luckman at 30
Celebrating 30 years of being your home for the arts

Thank you / gracias / 谢谢 / 감사합니다 / շնորհակալություն
for making The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA your home for the arts.
Since 1994, The Luckman has been a meeting point for artists and audiences to come together and celebrate the universal language of creativity. Our diverse offerings have been catalysts for cross-cultural dialogue while shining light on the interconnectedness of the world’s artistic traditions.
Named for noted philanthropists Harriet and Charles Luckman, The Luckman is committed to cultivating an appreciation for the arts by providing a platform for artistic expression and the discovery of different cultures. Over the past 30 years, The Luckman has presented the music, dance, theatre, film, and visual art of nearly 1,000 artists representing more than 60 countries.
We believe that the arts enrich life in ways that nothing else can. The Luckman brings this richness to our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors by connecting our community with the arts in impactful and meaningful ways. Through our programming, The Luckman produces unique engagement opportunities with artists from around the world.
Many Luckman presentations include additional events open to the community: master classes, symposia, lectures, workshops, and screenings. In-person artist talks and our original series, Luckman Sessions, offer rare opportunities to delve deeper into the content of our programming, bringing the art closer to the audience. These initiatives promote unique cultural experiences and, we hope, a deeper appreciation for the artistic process. We believe in the distinct creative spirit in each of us that nourishes our humanity and enriches our community and society.
As we look forward to the next chapter of our journey, we remain committed to the transformative power of the art — to inspire, to challenge, and to bring us closer together.
On behalf of the entire Luckman team, thank you for your patronage. It is your continued support that validates our commitment to the belief that the arts enrich life in ways nothing else can.

Nicholas A. Mestas
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
30th Anniversary Sponsors
We are grateful to the sponsors of our 30th anniversary season, whose generosity supports our role in encouraging people of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels to explore and participate in the arts.
Star Sponsor
Chin Family Foundation
VIP Sponsors
Cal State LA Emeriti Association
Cal State LA University-Student Union
José A. Gómez, Ph.D.
Michael and Debe Lucki
Peter Quan
Raiford Rogers
Charon D’Aiello Sandoval and David Sandoval
Tom and Marilyn Sutton
Support The Luckman
Your generous support enables access to the arts and fosters a vibrant cultural community — enriching lives, inspiring creativity, and creating a more inclusive and connected society for all.
To learn more about ways you can donate, please click here.
Nicholas A. Mestas is the third and current Executive Director of The Luckman Fine Arts Complex.
Prior to his tenure, The Luckman was under the leadership of Wendy A. Baker from 2006 until 2021 and Clifford Harper from 1994 until 2005. Their visionary direction contributed significantly to the Complex’s reputation as a premier destination for world-class arts experiences.
The Ahmanson Foundation
The J. Paul Getty Trust
The Republic of China
The Times Mirror Foundation
MCA Foundation
American International Bank
Mary Levin Cutler
Michael, Debe, and Justin Lucki
Hollywood Foreign Press Association
Melville Corporation
Sidney Stern Trust
Coca-Cola Foundation
Setsu and Alex Carter
Los Angeles Marathon
Northrup Corporation
New England Foundation for the Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts