Latin American Dance and Music at the Carpenter Center

The Carpenter Center continues to celebrate Latin American dance and music this season with a wide selection of engaging performances by thrilling artists.

Two tango dancers in formal attire dancing, the woman swept back and held off the flower by the man who has his other arm outstretched.

Forever Tango
SUN, DEC 6, 2026 | 6PM

Nella in a white lace top poses outdoors, holding one finger to her lips.

SPOTLIGHT SESSIONS
Nella
FRI, DEC 11, 2026 | 8PM

The Carpenter Center is proud to present Latin American artists and traditions, including Mexican folklórico, Argentine tango, the vibrant and enduring art of flamenco, plus Latin Grammy winner Nella! 

KCRW

MUSIC
Catch Latin Grammy Award winner Nella on Friday, Dec. 11 as part of our Spotlight Sessions. Expect an intimate, soulful evening of songs blending the folkloric traditions of Nella's native Venezuela with Andalusian influences. Presented in partnership with KCRW. 

Cabaret Stage
Nella performs on the Carpenter Center's intimate Cabaret Stage, with table seating less than 40 feet from the artist.

DANCE
With a stage designed for dance, the Carpenter Center is the perfect home for experiencing choreography that moves and inspires.

Pacífico Dance Company perform Mujeres de Mexico: Stories in Motion on Friday, Dec. 4 at 8 p.m., sharing the vibrant traditions of Mexican folklórico dance. Tickets to this Arts for Life Community Connections performance are only $15.

On Sunday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m., Forever Tango captures the passion and drama of Argentina’s most iconic dance, with music by an eleven-piece orchestra.

On Saturday March 20, 2027 at 8 p.m. Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana return to our dance stage with Quinto Elemento, a new evening-length work by acclaimed choreographer Patricia Guerrero, featuring an original score by Francis Gómez performed live.