Dance Series

As a leading presenter of dance in Southern California—and with a stage designed for choreographed performances—the Carpenter Center's Dance Series is the perfect venue for witnessing the transformative power of movement.

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Members of A.I.M by Kyle Abraham on stage wearing white.

A.I.M by Kyle Abraham

SAT, OCT 12, 2024 at 8PM

A fresh and deeply moving evening of contemporary dance repertoire, including the world premiere of a stunning Carpenter Center-commissioned work by choreographer Paul Singh! More.

Member of Pilobolus on stage

Pilobolus re:CREATION

SAT, DEC 7, 2024 at 8PM

Pilobolus's re:CREATION brings their celebrated collection of repertory to audiences with a transformative odyssey of reinvention that rediscovers, redefines, and recreates timeless narratives. More.

A member of Ballet Hispanico in white, one arm held up in the air, the other across his chest in a dramatic pose

Ballet Hispánico - CARMEN.maquia

SAT, MAR 15, 2025 at 8pm

Experience Ballet Hispánico’s stylish retelling of Bizet's Carmen, fusing contemporary dance with the Spanish paso doble and flamenco. More.

All programs, performers, prices, dates, and times are subject to change.