Events

The Reverend Al Green is known the world over for his extraordinary voice, his unmistakable sound and his legendary hits.

Acclaimed NYC-based dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham astounds with new West Coast premieres at the Carpenter Center on September 23. Celebrated contemporary dance company A.I.M by Kyle Abraham returns in an evening of stunning repertoire that includes choreographer Bebe Miller’s legendary solo “Rain,” new work by Paul Singh, and A.I.M Artistic… Read more…

The Compton Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is excited to present and host the 2nd Annual Jazz on the Grass community concert in the City of Compton! This live fundraising event will be emceed by radio personality Aundrae Russell of KJLH featuring the soulful and stirring sounds… Read more…

Everyone is invited to join in the celebration of the Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival and the Simon Rodia Watts Towers Jazz Festival. The Watts Towers Arts Center Campus serves as a beacon for creativity, empowerment, and determination. An all-star line-up of international recording artists, local jazz greats, percussionists,… Read more…

Spend an evening with award-winning actor, director, producer, and activist Kerry Washington for an intimate conversation spotlighting her experiences as a mother, daughter, wife, artist, advocate, and trailblazer. Inspired by her new memoir, Thicker Than Water, Kerry will share the lessons learned from healing childhood wounds, how she embraces adversity,… Read more…