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Make an evening at the Clark Center a part of your weekend getaway!

Whether your trip to the region includes a sunny beach day, hiking in the foothills, a relaxing wine or brewery tour, or local fine dining, cap it off with an evening of entertainment at the Clark Center, the best venue to see great shows, up close on the Central Coast. Our Forbes Hall — with a cozy 617 seats, modern lighting and sound systems, lobby refreshments, and free parking — makes adding the Clark Center to your plans an opportunity not to be missed!

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Event Calendar

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April 2026
AGHS Theatre Company - As You Like It
AGHS Theatre Company Presents

As You Like It

As You Like It by William Shakespeare follows Rosalind, who disguises herself as a boy and flees to the Forest of Arden after being banished. There, she explores identity and romance, and ultimately finds happiness in this witty comedy.
Thu - Sat, Apr 02 - 04
Studio Theatre
Rob Schneider Live!
Martin Media Presents

Rob Schneider Live!

Rob Schneider is an accomplished actor, comedian, screenwriter and director. A stand-up comic and veteran of the award-winning NBC sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, Schneider has gone on to a successful career in films, television and continues his world-wide standup tour.
Sat, Apr 04
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
ABRA Cadabra - A Tribute to ABBA
Moon Coin Productions Inc. Presents

ABRA Cadabra - A Tribute to ABBA

This is an unmissable, family-friendly event suitable for all ages, featuring a dynamic live band, stunning vocals, captivating dancers, and authentic costumes. Prepare for an interactive stage extravaganza that will have you dancing, singing along, and reliving the magic of ABBA's greatest hits including Mamma Mia, Dancing Queen, Take A Chance, SOS, Waterloo, Fernando and many more!
Thu, Apr 09
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Shine On: The Live Pink Floyd Experience
Clark Center Presents

Shine On

The Live Pink Floyd Experience

Enter the sonic universe of Pink Floyd with SHINE ON: The Live Pink Floyd Experience. This immersive performance recreates the depth and drama of Floyd’s most iconic tours, blending vintage soundscapes with cutting-edge visuals. With eleven musicians on stage, each track is brought to life with emotional nuance and technical mastery.
Sat, Apr 11
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
St. Joseph High School Community Theatre presents The Sound of Music
St. Joseph High School Community Theatre Presents

The Sound of Music

St. Joseph High School Community Theatre is thrilled to present The Sound of Music at The Clark Center. Known for their show-stopping musical productions, SJHS Community Theatre is sure to bring you another show full of heart and life. You do not want to miss their performance of this iconic musical!
Fri - Sun, Apr 17 - 19
Forbes Hall
Pilipino Cultural Exchange: Pilipino Cultural Night 37 - Pagkamulat
Pilipino Cultural Exchange Presents

Pagkamulat

Pilipino Cultural Night 37

Cal Poly’s Pilipino Cultural Night (PCN) is a student-run cultural production that celebrates Pilipino-American heritage through dance, drama, and music. Alongside dance and choir performances, featured this year is Pagkamulat, exploring how truth, sacrifice, and family collide in a fight to stay whole. When their father’s illness brings them back together, a dutiful son and his estranged sister face unresolved wounds and long buried secrets.
Fri - Sat, Apr 24 - 25
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
May 2026
Coastal Christian School: Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr.
Coastal Christian School Presents

Disney's Alice in Wonderland Jr.

Coastal Christian School Performing Arts presents Alice in Wonderland JR., a lively 60-minute musical based on the 1951 Disney film and Lewis Carroll’s novels. Follow Alice down the rabbit hole as she encounters the White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat, Mad Hatter, and Queen of Hearts in a whimsical journey of self-discovery.
Sat - Sun, May 02 - 03
Forbes Hall
Classical Arts Entertainment Presents The Sleeping Beauty
Classical Arts Entertainment Presents

The Sleeping Beauty by International Ballet Stars

Experience The Sleeping Beauty with breathtaking Petipa choreography, Tchaikovsky’s iconic score, and hand-painted sets. Follow Princess Aurora’s timeless journey, brought to life by International Renowned Ballet Stars. Over 200 stunning costumes. Family-friendly and a world-class event!
Mon, May 04
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Jim Messina with his guitar
Clark Center Presents

An Evening With Jim Messina

An undisputed expert in the fine art of making hit music, Jim Messina’s legacy of musical genius spans five decades, three super groups, a vibrant solo career and scores of producing and engineering credits. After a series of celebrated solo acoustic tours, Jim formed a band made of acclaimed musicians who have played with him at various points in his career. Touring the country and playing sold-out shows, Jim says that he’s enjoying discovering who he is, where he’s been and, most significantly, where he’s going.
Thu, May 07
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Disney The Lion King JR.
Judkins and Mesa Middle Schools Present

Lion King JR.

Experience the magic of the savanna in this unforgettable production of The Lion King JR., proudly presented by Judkins and Mesa Theater. Follow the journey of Simba, from his birth and childhood adventures to reclaiming his place as king of the Pridelands. With beloved characters, powerful music, and a story of courage, loss, and destiny, this performance brings the magic of the savanna to life on stage.
Fri - Sat, May 15 - 16
Forbes Hall
Mamma Mia!
AGHS Theatre Company Presents

Mamma Mia!

ABBA's hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman's search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
Thu - Sat, May 21 - 23
Forbes Hall
Garrison Keillor
Clark Center Presents

Garrison Keillor

with Special Guest Richard Dworsky

Loyal fans and those new to his audience will be entertained with Garrison Keillor’s quintessential humor, music, poetry and anecdotes in his classic baritone. Joined by his longtime Musical Director, Richard Dworsky, this will surely be an enjoyable evening.
Sun, May 24
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
June 2026
Music for Unity presents Postcards from Armenia
Music For Unity Presents

Postcards From Armenia

Postcards From Armenia unites works by Komitas, Arno Babajanyan, and Robert Amirkhanyan with the world premiere of Conversation With Komitas by Deon Nielsen Price, performed by the Shell Piano Trio, a powerful musical dialogue bridging heritage, identity, and contemporary artistry.
Thu, Jun 11
7:00 pm
Studio Theatre
Celebrating Queen - Live in Arroyo Grande - The Foremost Tribute to the Music of Queen
Everybody Sings Project Presents

Celebrating Queen

Based in Las Vegas, Celebrating Queen is a premier tribute band touring Europe and the US. Their powerful show features phenomenal musicianship and a diverse setlist, including iconic hits and rare deep cuts. Experience a high-energy performance that captures the essence of Queen—it is guaranteed to blow your mind!
Sat, Jun 13
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Opera SLO - Patriotic Pops - America Turns 250!
Opera San Luis Obispo Presents

America Turns 250!

Patriotic Pops and Veteran's Tribute

Opera San Luis Obispo Grand Orchestra celebrates America’s 250th with a vibrant Patriotic Pops program spanning Broadway, Hollywood, and Americana. Featuring music by Bernstein, Gershwin, Sousa, and more, plus Stravinsky’s rare Star-Spangled Banner, vocalists Ralph Cato and Thalia Moore, and Megan Chartier in Herbert’s Cello Concerto No. 2.
Sun, Jun 28
3:00 pm
Forbes Hall
July 2026
The Magical Music of Motown
Rockin' Bods Presents

The Magical Music of Motown

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Don’t miss this SUPERBAND with internationally acclaimed artists who faithfully recreate the dynamic performances of: The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Martha and The Vandellas, The Four Tops, The Jackson Five, Smokey Robinson and many more MOTOWN Legends.
Sat, Jul 18
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
August 2026
Journey USA performing on stage
StuMark Productions Presents

JOURNEY USA

The Hits of Journey

Fronted by a vocalist who sang for Steve Perry during his solo career along with former members of Great White and The Babys, Journey USA brings a higher level of talent to perform the legendary hits of Journey with a multimedia production for an unforgettable experience.
Fri, Aug 14
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
September 2026
Billie Holiday Project - Stella Heath
The Billie Holiday Project Presents

Stella Heath & The Billie Holiday Project

Celebrating the Life, Legacy, and Music of Lady Day

Stella Heath & The Billie Holiday Project celebrates the life, legacy, and music of Lady Day through historically informed yet contemporary jazz interpretations. Led by vocalist Stella Heath and pianist/arranger Neil Fontano, the ensemble brings emotional clarity, musical depth, and storytelling to one of America’s most influential voices.
Fri, Sep 04
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
The Music of America - Ventura Highway Tribute
Chin Chin Entertainment Presents

Ventura Highway: #1 Tribute to America

Celebrate the music of America with Ventura Highway — The #1 Tribute to America, featuring guitarist Jeff Ellis; Jim Wootten multi-instrumentalist (son of the legendary Red Wootten, nephew of the legendary guitarist Les Paul and singer Mary Ford), Michael Olivieri (Leatherwolf and Jack Russell's Great White). Classic hits, lush harmonies, and 1970s folk-rock nostalgia and amazing visuals — live at the Clark Center.
Sat, Sep 12
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
2 Legends - 1 Night -- Tina Turner & Rod Stewart Tribute
West Coast Performing Arts Concerts

Tina Turner/Rod Stewart Tribute: 2 Legends... 1 Night!

Two iconic artists. Two unforgettable performances.

Two legends, one unforgettable night. Shar Wils ignites the stage with Tina Turner’s fire, hits, and unstoppable energy, backed by a powerhouse band and dancers. Opening the show, Stewart Sher delivers Rod Stewart’s iconic rock anthems and soulful ballads. A high‑voltage tribute experience that brings both stars roaring back to life.
Sat, Sep 19
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Sweet Seasons: A Carole King Tribute
Sweet Seasons Presents

A Carole King Tribute

Sweet Seasons is a tribute to the legendary Carole King. You will be treated to such classics as “It’s Too Late”, “So Far Away” & ”You’ve Got a Friend!” You will hear the album “Tapestry” in its entirety and classic hits that Carole wrote for herself and for other people.
Sat, Sep 26
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
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