Performing at The Center will be 16 contestants in this year’s comedy competition, having survived an elimination process that started with hundreds of applicants. Each will offer up their very best 5 to 7 minute set. The night’s winner in the eyes of a prestigious panel of local judges will be announced at the conclusion of the show. Buy early for this one!

Filled with high-intensity martial arts and breath-taking acrobatics, Chinese Warriors of Peking is a new production set during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644) that tells the tale of two rival martial arts disciplines competing in the ancient Chinese capital of Peking. Under the direction of Qui Jian, it provides a culturally enriching experience filled with juggling, acrobatics, weapons handling, and live stage combat. Presented in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture of The People’s Republic of China.

Explore your inner artist in this contemporary workshop lead by the Quintero Brothers! The workshop includes six 3-hour sessions in October, on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons where participants will learn the basics of abstract drawing and composition, and eventually creating 3-dimensional sculpture using a material as simple as paper.

Don’t Miss Our Inaugural Gala!
We are pleased to announce The Hollywood Ball, The Center’s Inaugural Gala. Your presence will directly contribute to the success of The Center during our Capital Campaign while we renovate our beautiful venue in Historic Downtown Grass Valley.  We look forward to seeing you for a glamorous celebration of the literary, visual and performing arts in our community!

Pop Rocks is the ultimate dance band: tons of current high energy hits, mixed with the classics from the 80s, 90s and today.  It’s a song list to keep you on the dance floor all night long from Bruno Mars to Whitney Houston, they dig deep into classic dance songs and execute them with style and enthusiasm.

Open Studios is a self-guided tour through artist studios & fine art galleries in Western Nevada County. The event takes place the second and third weekends in October and showcases fine art and fine craft in a broad range of media and styles.