The Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA

In honor of #InternationalDanceDay, we are excited to premiere the latest episode of our series Luckman Sessions, Raiford Rogers: The Architect of Los Angeles Dance. NOW STREAMING In this episode, we dive into the creative process of the internationally acclaimed, Los Angeles–based choreographer, Raiford Rogers, who has been a central force in the city’s dance scene since the early 1990s. A two-time recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Choreographer Fellowship, he has created numerous ballets with prominent musicians and dancers around the globe. The episode follows him and his company from the early rehearsal process their opening night at The Luckman, and highlights the tremendous work and dedication it takes to bring a ballet to life. - Now streaming: Link in bio - Raiford Rogers, choreographer Lisa Gillespie, assistant choreographer Zbyněk Matějů, composer Mike Nava, painting projections Sadie Black, Bobby Briscoe, Joshua Brown, Sara Pena Cagigas, Laura Chachich, Lester Gonzalez, Hanna Keene, Tate Lee, Tetyana Matyanova, Thel Moore, Tigran Mkztchyan, Elise Pekarek, Jasmine Perry, Mate Szentes, dancers - Nicholas Mestas, producer, director Justin Cone, producer, director Michael Thomas, producer, director of photography Anaïs Bernard, camera operator John A Garafalo, lighting design

Students in Art 4680: Problems in Advanced Design, taught by Lecturer Becca Lofchie, transformed Raymundo T. Reynoso’s 2024 Luckman Gallery exhibition Spooky Action at a Distance into bold new curatorial concepts, complete with merch, posters, and digital experiences. They presented their final work to artist Raymundo Reynoso @eyeone_sh and Luckman Gallery Manager Aaron Gomez @aaronpgomez 🎨🖌

Time is running out! Don’t miss John Waters in his new show Going to Extremes. This special birthday edition of Waters’s presentation is a high-voltage celebration of going too far, laughing too hard, and embracing the extreme. Whether you’re a devoted fan or simply curious about on of America’s most audacious voices, this event promises a wildly entertaining trip through the mind of a true original. - Tuesday, April 14 at 8:00 p.m. (limited tickets remain) - Link in bio for tickets Or call 323-343-6600

The Luckman is proud to be a partner institution for the @gettymuseum Marrow Undergraduate Internship Program, offering paid summer internships at museums and visual arts organizations across Los Angeles for college students from backgrounds underrepresented in the arts. - This summer, we are offering a 10-week, full-time, paid curatorial position at The Luckman Gallery. - Letters of inquiry are due by April 15, 2026. - More info at the link in bio. #GettyMUI #internship #gettymarrowinternship #galleryintern #gallery #internship

Join us when we welcome the Pope of Trash, John Waters, as he presents Going to Extremes: An 80th Birthday Celebration on Tuesday, April 14 at 8:00 p.m. With his trademark blend of razor-sharp wit and irreverent insight, the legendary filmmaker delves into what it truly means to shock, delight, and challenge audiences. This will be an evening you won’t forget! - Tickets & info: Link in bio

Amazing to witness Drum Tao from Japan performing at the Luckman! So powerful and energizing. This is a world-class show at a world-class venue! @calstatela @luckmanarts #wearela

Get your tickets and get ready to feel the unmatched power of Japanese wadaiko with DRUM TAO this Saturday! In this all-new show, the group’s extraordinary athleticism, large-scale taiko drums, and precision choreography merge with contemporary costumes and traditional flute, harp, and guitar melodies to create an energetic and electrifying experience. This is a show you won’t want to miss! - Link 🔗 in bio for tickets and info

During #WomensHistoryMonth, we take pride in celebrating the vision, resilience, and brilliance of the powerful women who have contributed so much to the many forms of art across the globe and here at The Luckman. From redefining creative boundaries to amplifying untold stories, women continue to shape culture, challenge perspectives, and inspire generations. - The iconic voices, performances, paintings, lectures, and impactful ideas that have shaped the arts as we know them today would not be possible without them. From Jane Birkin, Frida Kahlo, Isabella Rossellini, Gladys Knight, Millie Wilson, Amalia Hernández, Millie Wilson, Dionne Warwick, Aída Cuevas, Corita Kent, Sona Jobarteh and many more we salute you! - Artwork Titles: Frida Kahlo Por La Paz, 1952 - Millie Wilson: The Museum of Lesbian Dreams, Krannert Art Museum at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, August 2024 – March 2025. © Millie Wilson. Photo: Mikey Mosher - the sure one Corita Kent, 1966 Serigraph Gift of Kourosh Larizadeh

Lens-based artists and photographers Open Call 📸 FotosoCal by Curator x Cal State LA Exhibition to take place at @Luckmanarts Guest Curators 🖤Steven Galindo, AA @thestyleguyde curator at @Artbugallery 🖤Erika Hirugami, MA. MAAB. MPhil. @Hirugami Academic Curator, and founder of @CuratorLove co-founder of @undocpluscollective and Curatorial Director of @FotoSocal 📸 by @mawweea Open to students currently enrolled in the academic institutions affiliated with FotoSocal. SMC, LAMC, LBCC, LACC, PCC, COC, CSULA, Cerritos, Cypress, CSUF, Chaffey, Norco, Moreno Valley, Mesa, City Colleges & Las Fotos Project. Students of any photographer associated with FotoSoCal may also apply. 🔗 in bio Photo Profe’s, please share with your students @smcedu @smcbarrettgallery @lamissioncollege @lamc_amp @lamcmuseumstudies @lbcitycollege @lbcc_artgallery @lacc.vama @galleries.at.pcc @pcc_photodept @collegeofthecanyons @coc_artgalleries @swccollege @calstatela @luckmanarts @lasfotosproject @cerritoscollege @cerritosgallery @cypresscollege @cypresscollrgephotography @cypressphotoclub @grandcentralart @cota_galleries_csuf @csufofficial @chaffeycollege @wignallmuseum @norco @norcocollegegallery @morenovalleycollege @sdmesacollege_gallery @citygallerysdcc

DRUM TAO explodes on stage with a captivating performance full of flash and fire! Renowned for powerful and athletic drumming, their newest show, The Best, blends traditional “wadaiko” (Japanese Drums) with modern energy and theatrical flair. - Tickets and info: theluckman.org 323-343-6600

@chiquis performing at the @luckmanarts Theater in LA for “Alma de Luz: A Ceremony of Sound and Soul”✨🌹 A beautiful and grounding show from beginning to end

This is the last week to see A Tender Excavation, currently on view at The Luckman Gallery, before its international debut at the Centro Cultural Tijuana - CECUT @cecut_mx . We have been honored to collaborate with Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions @welcometolace on this incredible exhibition that approaches research-based artist practices through propositions of alternative histories. We are excited for LACE as this marks a significant milestone in their nearly 50 year history. - The exhibition will make its debut in Tijuana on April 10 and build upon its initial presentation here at The Luckman Gallery, with the international iteration thoughtfully expanded in the three 5,000 square foot galleries at CECUT. - The Luckman Gallery will have extended hours on Thursday & Friday 12:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.