The exhibition "Back to Basics," curated by Billie Milam Weisman, deals with the geometry of mind in the entropy of nature, which evokes a sense of being both within and in transcendence of nature. To see the world anew and unconstrained by history is the theme of "Back to Basics." The exhibit features a diverse international roster of contemporary artists from the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation in Los Angeles.
Opening Reception: Sunday, June 2, 2 - 5 p.m. Gallery hours: Monday to Friday, 12 - 5 p.m.
Join us this Juneteenth as we celebrate the Black Community at Cal State LA. We are breaking the chains of anti-blackness, racism, and colonization. Hosted by the Staff Working Group for Belonging, Community, and Diversity, the conversation will be followed by a short Healing Walk and concluded with a drumming circle reflection. Let’s create opportunities to reinvent our personal and community growth through awareness and healing.
Acclaimed five-time Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter & composer Esperanza Spalding comes to The Luckman performing selections from her prolific catalog—plus a preview of her forthcoming project—with a special configuration of two musicians and two dancers. Her work interweaves instrumental music, improvisation, singing, composition, poetry, dance, and storytelling.
She is co-founder and curator of Prismid Inc., a 501c3 that ushers and stewards restorative artist residency and workshop space in Portland, Oregon.
Set to the entrancing sounds of the landmark Philip Glass composition "Glassworks," Raiford Rogers Modern Ballet performs the world premiere of this innovative work. Pianist Hui Wu brings the music to life with virtuosic flair, providing a sonic track that enhances the emotional depth of Rogers’ choreography.