The Carpenter Performing Arts Center is redefining the meaning of entertainment in Southern California. Established in 1994 in honor of Richard and Karen Carpenter, the center hosts an appealing mix of performers appealing to a broad cross section of the public. Featuring an eclectic mix of dance, theater, film, music, and family events, this venue is one of Long Beach's premier entertainment spots. For information on upcoming events, visit their website.
Hosting a variety of ensemble performances, the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall itself can be described as a work of creative art and technical innovation. It's modern glass-based design illuminates brightly in the evening, with a beautiful crystal LED lighting fixture in the lobby. The same level of artistry is given to everything from the elegant stairwells to the box office. The performance platform itself is capable of adjusting acoustics to fit any sound situation. Boasting a seating capacity of up to 1,954, the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall provides a luxurious experience for both performer and viewer.
Maverick Theater lives up to its name. The theater fare on offer ranges from classic Shakespearean tragedy to adaptations of The Night of the Living Dead and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Whatever is on the bill, productions here are put with their own brand of eccentric flair. Visit website for a calendar of productions and ticketing information.
This large, 95,000 square foot (8,825 square meter) eco-friendly facility is known as the Soka Performing Arts Center. Located on the Soka University of America campus in Aliso Viejo, this state-of-the-art center features a concert hall and theater both fully equipped with incredible acoustics designed by the same man who did the Walt Disney Hall in Los Angeles and the Suntory Hall in Tokyo. See amazing student performances as well as professional groups year round at this stunning venue.
Part of the Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Segerstrom Hall is Orange County's premier opera house that can accommodate nearly 3000 people. The venue features operas, musicals, recitals and other outstanding performances throughout the year.