Spotlight Sessions

Discover a diverse selection of genre-defying artists and rising voices at the Carpenter Center’s Spotlight Sessions.

All seating is directly on our stage and never more than 40 feet from the artists, offering direct access to the unfiltered energy of incredible artists.

This season, treat yourself to performances by Grammy winner Bilal and the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition winner Lucía. Grab refreshments from our on-stage concessions, then enjoy bold and captivating artists in our most engaging performance space.

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Bilal

FRI/SAT, SEP 12-13, 2025 AT 8PM

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Bilal shares his deep love of soul, funk, and jazz in two electrifying nights of sonic brilliance on our cabaret stage. More.

Lucía with one arm held against her forehead.

Lucía

TUE, MAY 5, 2026 AT 8PM

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The Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition winner fuses traditional American jazz with the warmth of Latin folk. One night only! More.

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