Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center

Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center Long Beach’s premier arts destination for live music, dance, engaging conversation & more. The stage area was modeled after the David H.
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The Carpenter Performing Arts Center at California State University, Long Beach engages its community through artistic, educational and cultural experiences that enrich lives, promote lifelong learning in and through the performing arts, and serve as a gateway between the university and greater community. Built in 1994, the Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center with a 1,051-seat capac

ity is located on the campus of California State University, Long Beach. Koch Theater (formerly the New York State Theater) at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, and can accommodate large or small performing ensembles, film screenings, concerts, and other special events. Each season the Carpenter Center presents a variety of music, dance, family, comedy, and cabaret events, as well as commissions new works by some of the country’s leading artists and ensembles. The Richard & Karen Carpenter Exhibit, a permanent display of awards and memorabilia of the popular music duo, Carpenters, is open at all Carpenter Center events, and by appointment. Richard Carpenter and his family graciously support the efforts of the Carpenter Center philanthropically, but are not involved in the day-to-day operation of the facility. We do not have the ability to be a conduit between the public and Mr. Carpenter, nor do we have at our disposal additional information regarding the Carpenters. If you are interested in further information about Richard, Karen or their recording careers, we suggest contacting:

The Carpenters Fan Club
P.O. Box 3787
Thousand Oaks, CA 91359-0787

[email protected]
www.richardandkarencarpenter.com

Commit to Arts Education for Long Beach by joining our 30th Celebration!
04/22/2025

Commit to Arts Education for Long Beach by joining our 30th Celebration!

04/19/2025

It's not too late to purchase a 🎟️ to see Isaac Mizrahi tonight!

Go to www.carpenterarts to get your 🎟️!

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04/18/2025

She grew up on old movies and loves a good book — get to know Stella Cole! 🎤

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04/18/2025

Highlights from Stella Cole's show last night! ✨🎤

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04/17/2025

You can still catch Stella Cole tonight! 🎤

Purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts, California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach City

04/16/2025

It's not too late to purchase a 🎟️ to see Stella Cole tonight!

Go to www.carpenterarts.org to purchase your 🎟️!

Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts, California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach City

04/15/2025

Don't miss Isaac Mizrahi this Saturday at 8 PM! Mizrahi brings along his jazz sextet for a panache-filled evening of delicious fun, from pop-culture gossip to tunes from Billie Eilish to Cole Porter!

Purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

California State University, Long Beach, Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts, Long Beach City

04/14/2025

Don't miss Stella Cole this Wednesday/Thursday at 7 PM! Her voice, personality, and presence shine as timelessly as her inspirations Judy Garland and Barbra Streisand.

Purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

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A huge thank you to the Arts Council for Long Beach for supporting the Carpenter Center with the Community Project Grant...
04/11/2025

A huge thank you to the Arts Council for Long Beach for supporting the Carpenter Center with the Community Project Grant! The Arts Council Long Beach grant will allow the Carpenter Center to continue providing artist visits to the schools and bus scholarships to attend a performance on the Carpenter Center stage. Thank you, ACLB, for your continued support of the arts in Long Beach!

In March 2025, classical pianist, Tien Hsieh, talked to third and fourth grade students at Alvarado Elementary school during a Classroom Connections program.

California State University, Long Beach, Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts

04/04/2025

Don't miss Broadway sensation Renée Elise Goldsberry 🎶 as we celebrate our 30th Anniversary! ✨

Purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

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03/30/2025

Don't miss Isaac Mizrahi Saturday, April 19 at 8 PM!

Purchase your 🎟️ ticket through the link in our bio!

Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts, California State University, Long Beach

03/22/2025

Don't miss Jen Kramer 🪄 tonight ✨ at 8 PM!

You can still purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts,California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach City

03/21/2025

Jen Kramer, recently interviewed by the Long Beach Post, shared her love for how magic brings people together! ✨ She’s excited to be performing at the Carpenter Center this Saturday!

Don’t miss the magic 🪄, purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

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03/18/2025

Take a look at Jen Kramer🪄showcasing some of her ✨magical✨ skills on Fox News!

Don’t miss The Magic of Jen Kramer this Saturday at 8 PM!

Purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

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This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating trailblazing magician Jen Kramer 🪄, the only female magician currently hea...
03/13/2025

This Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating trailblazing magician Jen Kramer 🪄, the only female magician currently headlining her own show in Las Vegas!

Jen was also named Female Magician of the Year by the International Magicians Society!

Join us on Saturday, March 22 as Jen brings her mind-blowing illusions and amazing sleight of hand to our stage in this inspiring night of magic. A magical night of fun for families—children 14 and under save!

To purchase your 🎟️ go to www.carpenterarts.org!

California State University, Long Beach, Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts

03/06/2025

Don't miss Live from Laurel Canyon, James and Joni: Their Stories, Their Songs on Sunday, March 9!

Purchase your 🎟️ at www.carpenterarts.org!

Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts, California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach City

03/04/2025

Don't miss The Magic of Jen Kramer 🪄 on March 22 at 8 PM!

Special Tickets for ages 14 and under are available for a limited time.

To purchase your 🎟️ go to www.carpenterarts.org!

Cal State Long Beach College of the Arts, California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach City

❤️🎶 Today, we remember and celebrate Karen Carpenter’s extraordinary talent and timeless voice, a continuing source of i...
03/02/2025

❤️🎶 Today, we remember and celebrate Karen Carpenter’s extraordinary talent and timeless voice, a continuing source of inspiration and joy.

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The Carpenter Performing Arts Center at California State University, Long Beach engages its community through artistic, educational and cultural experiences that enrich lives, promote lifelong learning in and through the performing arts, and serve as a gateway between the university and greater community.

Built in 1994, the Richard and Karen Carpenter Performing Arts Center with a 1,051-seat capacity is located on the campus of California State University, Long Beach. The stage area was modeled after the David H. Koch Theater (formerly the New York State Theater) at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, and can accommodate large or small performing ensembles, film screenings, concerts, and other special events.

Each season the Carpenter Center presents a variety of music, dance, family, comedy, and cabaret events, as well as commissions new works by some of the country’s leading artists and ensembles.

The Richard & Karen Carpenter Exhibit, a permanent display of awards and memorabilia of the popular music duo, Carpenters, is open at all Carpenter Center events, and by appointment.