• Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive -
  In the heart of the South Bay, this facility combines modern design with natural beauty to create a unique location that draws people from within the city and the surrounding areas. Click here to review our cultural calendar!

  Torrance Cultural Services, a Division of Parks & Recreation, strives to create joy and excitement in the arts. With several performance venues at the Center and throughout the city, and a variety of groups performing, there is something for everyone. Performing groups include:

  • Torrance Theatre Company - a group best known for the adult musical presented at the Armstrong theatre every summer, the completion of the "Stage Two Theatre" now allows a diverse season of small musicals, contemporary works and classic pieces.

  • Torrance Youth Theatre - a unique youth program where any child ages 9 to 18 is welcome to join the cast, regardless of experience. Over the last 5 years the Division has produced a dozen full-length musicals in the Armstrong Theatre run by Starlight Productions.

• Torrance Civic Chorale - has provided choral music, musical instruction and cultural arts since 1961. Its 90 auditioned members are under the direction of Conductor David Burks. The Chorale performs two annual concerts as well as regional festivals and city events.

• Regina Klenjoski Dance Company - led by artist in residence, Director Regina Klenjoski, who has instructed and presented artistic programs since 1999. Recognized numerous times for cutting edge achievements in dance performances as well as unwavering dedication to the community through their outreach programs.

Planning an evening at the center?

Lodging within 5 miles of the Cultural Arts Center includes:

• Summerfield Suites Hotel, 19901 Prairie Avenue, (310) 371-8525; Free shuttle service is offered to destinations within 3 miles.

• Doubletree Hotel Torrance/South Bay, 21333 Hawthorne Blvd., (310) 540-0500. Website: www.doubletreetorrance.com

• Torrance Marriott, 3635 Fashion Way, (310) 316-3636.

Restaurants within 5 mile radius include:

• Aioli/Breadstix 1.83 mi, 1261 Cabrillo Ave. #100, (310) 320-9200
• Acapulco .98 mi, 3530 W Carson Street, (310) 542-2270
• Black Angus Restaurant .86 mi, 3405 Carson Street, (310) 370-1523
• HomeTown Buffet .98 mi, 3520 Carson Street, (310) 921-6546
• La Capilla 1.57 mi, 1332 Sartori Avenue, (310) 533-1048
• The Crest Restaurant 1.83 mi, 1625 Cabrillo Avenue, (310) 320-9347

• Alpine Village, 833 W. Torrance Blvd., (310) 327-4384.
  • Mondays - Big Band; 7:30pm -11:30pm
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays - Country Western; 8pm - Midnight,
          Dance lessons 7 - 8 p.m.
  • Wednesdays - 50's & 60's Rock n' Roll; 8pm - Midnight,
  • Fridays - 50's & 60's International; 8pm - Midnight,
  • Saturdays - Continental; 8pm - 1:30am,
  • Sundays - Continental; 3:00pm-7:00pm, 7:30pm -1:30am

• The Bull Pen, 314 Avenue I, Torrance, (310) 375-7797
  • Tuesdays - Saturdays; Rock n' Roll

• The Crest Sports Bar & Restaurant, 1625 Cabrillo Ave., (310) 320-9347
  • Wednesdays - Karaoke; 9pm - closing
  • Thursdays - Blues Night; 8pm - 12 midnight
  • Fridays & Saturdays Rock n' Roll; 9pm - closng

• Gaetano's Italian Restaurant, 25345 Crenshaw Blvd., (310) 326-3354
  • Fridays & Saturdays Piano Player; 5pm - closng

• Killian's Pub & Grill; 3944 Sepulveda Blvd., (310) 373-1218
  • Fridays - Blues, Rockabilly, or Rock n' Roll; 9:30pm - closng

• The San Franciscan, 2520 Sepulveda Blvd., (310) 325-5231
  • Thursday - Sunday; Live Music
  • Monday - Wednesday; Karaoke

• The Teahouse, 25318 Crenshaw Blvd., Torrance, (310) 326-5420
  • Wednesdays - Karaoke; 8pm - 1am
  • Thursdays - Tuesdays - Various Artists 9pm - 12:30 pm

• AMC Rolling Hills 20, 2591 Airport Drive, (310) 326-7070.
  AMC Theatres has changed the way people watch movies by transforming the experience into an adventure with stadium-style seating, state-of-the-art sound systems, and what is known today as the megaplex.
  • Read for the Stars - AMC's summer reading program for children ages 11 and under is back. Now, every time you read three books you'll be rewarded with a FREE AMC Kid's Pack( with paid ticket*) that includes a soft drink, popcorn and a special treat! It's simple. Read three books. Get an AMC Kid's Pack. Check here for more information.

• James R. Armstrong Theatre, 3330 Civic Center Dr., (310) 781-7171.
  This 502-seat theatre hosts all varieties of professional and community productions, as well as large-scale meetings, film screenings, and seminars. The auditorium's plush seating and superior acoustics ensure quality entertainment from every seat in the house. Click here to review our cultural calendar for upcoming performances.

• Palos Verdes Players, 2433 Moreton Street, (310)326-2287.
  In the South Bay since 1934, this local community theatre provides entertainment for the entire family. Showing such classics as: "The Murder Room" spoof in its main theatre, and such plays as "Seahorse" on its 2nd stage. For ticket information, click here.

• South Bay Center for the Arts
     El Camino College, 16007 Crenshaw Blvd., (310) 329-5345

• South Bay Conservatory, 25563 Hawthorne Blvd, (310) 373-4149
      (performances at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center)

• South Bay Ballet, 1621 Sartori Ave., (310) 533-1247.
  This talented group of local dancers provide several entertaining productions throughout the year at the James Armstrong Theatre. For Tickets Call: (310) 532-2703 or (310) 533-0602. Favorite productions include:
  • Storybook Ballet - Where a child's imagination is stirred, heightened and thrilled. Features classical ballet variations as well as modern pieces with performances followed by dance workshops for children 3-12 years old. Come learn a dance from the ballet taught by the performers, with separate a workshop for boys.