Let Us Entertain You!

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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October 2024
AGHS Theatre Company presents Museum a play by Tina Howe
AGHS Theatre Company Presents

Museum

A Comedy by Tina Howe

Tina Howe's Museum is a sharp, comedic play that humorously explores human behavior through the reactions of diverse visitors to an art museum. Come enjoy this absurd yet insightful commentary on art, culture, and identity.
Fri - Sat, Oct 11 - 19
Studio Theatre
Mandy Barnett posing in black and white embroidered blouse.
Clark Center Presents

Sweet Dreams

Mandy Barnett Sings Patsy Cline

An unforgettable evening where classic country and timeless standards come alive as Mandy Barnett interprets the music of Patsy Cline. She is an official member of the Grand Ole Opry and American Songwriter dubbed her as “the Judy Garland of our time.” Barnett’s big, silky, expressive voice shines in every performance.
Fri, Oct 11
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Motown Mania! The Golden Hits of The Temptations & The Superstars of Motown
West Coast Performing Arts and Cruisin Oldies Concerts Present

Motown Mania! The Golden Hits of the Temptations & the Superstars of Motown!

Revisit the classic songs and stars of the Motown era with Philemon Young and Seville - the vocal group extraordinaire as they perform their 'Classic Motown R&B Revue Show,' complete with heart-stopping harmonies...dazzling choreography...and the memorable hits you love most from Motown's golden age! All backed by their live show band.
Sat, Oct 12
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Members of the AGHS Choir gathered for a photo
Arroyo Grande High School Presents

Choir and Band Fall Concert

Join us for the AGHS Fall Concert featuring the Choir, Concert Band, and Wind Ensemble. Enjoy a dynamic mix of classical and contemporary pieces, showcasing student talent through powerful harmonies and instrumentation. A night of captivating performances awaits—don’t miss it!
Wed, Oct 16
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
Composite of Tango Lovers: Volver 2 with two tango dancers
Clark Center Presents

Volver 2 ("The Comeback 2")

By TANGO LOVERS

Led by award-winning singer Guillermo Fernandez and maestro Lautaro Greco, the electrifying production promises an unforgettable evening, featuring top musicians, singers, and dancers from Argentina and Uruguay. Recognized as Cultural Ambassadors of Uruguay, this show beautifully balances traditional and modern tango.
Fri, Oct 18
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
In The Air Tonight: The Music of Genesis and Phil Collins
In The Air Tonight LLC Presents

In The Air Tonight

Celebrating the Music of Genesis & Phil Collins

"IN THE AIR TONIGHT" is a concert re-creation of our generation's most prominent artist and band, Grammy award-winning artist Genesis and Phil Collins. This concert extravaganza will take you on a journey back to the hey-day of Genesis and Phil Collins with hits such as "Turn it on again," "Abacab," "Tonight, tonight, tonight," "Sussudio," "Against all odds," "Invisible Touch," "Easy Lover," "In The Air Tonight" and many more.
Sat, Oct 19
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Poncho Sanchez seated on a porch with his drums.
Clark Center Presents

Poncho Sanchez

& His Latin Jazz Band

NOTE: The Clark Center has been informed that Poncho Sanchez and His Latin Jazz Band will not be able to appear as originally planned. However, rather than cancel the concert, the Clark Center has been able to instead engage the Grammy® Award-winning Latin Big Band Pacific Mambo Orchestra to perform for this concert. (See Below)
Sat, Oct 26
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Members of the Pacific Mambo Orchestra under a PMO logo.
Clark Center Presents

Pacific Mambo Orchestra

With their huge Grammy® Award-winning Latin big band ensemble, PMO effortlessly blends genre-bending originals and covers as diverse as Stevie Wonder’s ‘Overjoyed’, Dizzy Gillespie’s ‘Night in Tunisia’ and Sergei Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Piano Concerto into an original and ingenious repertoire spiked with infectious energy and superb musicianship.
Sat, Oct 26
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Disney-Pixar Coco Live-to-Film Concert - North American Tour
Clark Center Presents

Disney Pixar's Coco in Concert on Tour

Enjoy a magical evening with a screening of the complete film Coco, accompanied by the Oscar® and Grammy®- winning music of Michael Giacchino, performed live by the 20-member Orquesta Folclórica Nacional de México, conducted by Esin Aydingoz. Presentation dates in both English and Spanish.
Mon - Tue, Oct 28 - 29
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Singer as Jimmy Buffett posed with guitar.
Entertainment Events Inc and T2 Presents

Buffett's Margaritaville

Buffett's Margaritaville is an explosive celebration of the iconic music of Jimmy Buffett, featuring all of his greatest hits, that will have you singing along and dancing in your seat. With a band that is as talented as it is passionate, you’ll be treated to a performance that captures the essence of Buffett’s music and the lifestyle it embodies. With infectious energy and an undeniable passion for the music, they’ll have you feeling like you’re right there with them, sipping on a frozen margarita and soaking up the sun.
Thu, Oct 31
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
November 2024
Mary Poppins Jr.
Coastal Youth Theater Presents

Mary Poppins JR.

Your favorite practically perfect nanny takes center stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventure based on the award-winning Broadway musical and classic Walt Disney film.
Fri - Sun, Nov 01 - 10
Studio Theatre
Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Lion approaching the Emerald City
St. Joseph High School Community Theatre Presents

The Wizard of Oz

Join St. Joseph High School Community Theatre for a groovy 70s twist on "The Wizard of Oz." Experience Dorothy's adventure in a psychedelic Oz with stunning costumes, captivating sets, and classic tunes. Enjoy timeless performances that bring this beloved story to life. Don’t miss this magical, far-out journey!
Fri - Sun, Nov 08 - 10
Forbes Hall
Leonid & Friends US Tour 2024 composite with band in front of cheering crowd
Clark Center Presents

Leonid and Friends

The incredible 11-piece band Leonid & Friends have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago. They have since expanded their repertoire to include Earth Wind & Fire, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ides of March, Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Deep Purple, and new original material.
Tue, Nov 12
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
Jefferson Starship logo composite with members of the band
Clark Center Presents

JEFFERSON STARSHIP

With countless chart-topping hits to their name, including Jane, Miracles, Find Your Way Back, and Nothing’s Gonna Stop Us Now, the group has stood the test of time and left their mark on the psychedelic rock genre. Celebrating the group’s 50th Anniversary, the band today includes founding member David Freiberg, along with legendary Jefferson Starship & Starship drummer Donny Baldwin, and longtime keyboardist Chris Smith, lead vocalist Cathy Richardson, and lead guitarist Jude Gold.
Fri, Nov 15
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
ABBA Holly Jolly Christmas logo composite with members of AbbaFab under a snowglobe.
Entertainment Events Inc and T2 Presents

ABBA Holly Jolly Christmas

An ABBA Themed Holiday Spectacular

"ABBA Holly Jolly Christmas!" features an unforgettable night of your favorite Christmas songs intermixed with some of ABBA's greatest hits. Starring the cast of ABBAFAB, this band recreates ABBA's iconic sound so closely that it's hard to believe every Christmas song wasn't recorded by ABBA themselves. The show features brand-new arrangements of timeless Christmas hits, such as Let It Snow, Dancing Queen, White Christmas, Mamma Mia, O Holy Night, and Santa Claus is Coming To Town.
Fri, Nov 29
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
December 2024
Storytellers text composite with a ballerina in a cloudy dreamscape.
Flex Performing Arts Presents

Storytellers

Storytellers, Flex's original holiday production, is an enchanting and breathtaking family adventure story. Laugh, cry and cheer as you become immersed in the magic that is Storytellers. Impressive set pieces, beautiful costumes, talented local performers and a heartwarming story will be sure to leave you in the holiday spirit.
Fri - Sun, Dec 06 - 08
Forbes Hall
Rocky Mountain High Experience: John Denver Christmas Starring Rick Schuler composite with Rick Schuler in front of Rocky Mountains
Emery Entertainment Presents

Rocky Mountain High Experience®

A John Denver Christmas starring Rick Schuler

Rick Schuler's enchanting holiday show features all your favorite Denver hits including Rocky Mountain High, Sunshine On My Shoulders, Take Me Home Country Roads, Leaving On A Jet Plane, Annie’s Song, and Thank God I’m A Country Boy, just to name a few. Schuler weaves in John’s heartwarming inspirational carols including Aspenglow, Away In A Manger, Silent Night, Joy to the World, Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire, Silver Bells, and many more festive standards.
Tue, Dec 10
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
David Benoit with inset of Courtney Fortnue
Clark Center Presents

David Benoit Tribute to Charlie Brown

With Special Guest Courtney Fortune

This heartwarming tribute concert celebrates the timeless music of Vince Guaraldi and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Relive the joy of this beloved tradition with David Benoit’s captivating renditions of classic holiday tunes and his own cherished compositions from over a decade of Charlie Brown Christmas specials and Courtney Fortune’s soulful voice. Perfect for families and fans of all ages!
Thu, Dec 12
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
Members of Girl Named Tom decorating a Christmas Tree
Clark Center and Martin Media Present

A Girl Named Tom The Joy Of Christmas Tour

Three siblings unlock one harmony to unite the world as Girl Named Tom. The trio—Bekah, Joshua, and Caleb Liechty—notably made history as “the only group to ever win NBC’s The Voice.” Embarking on a new Christmas Tour, they serve up plenty of original holiday songs and also breathe new life into timeless holiday staples.
Tue, Dec 17
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
Members of the AGHS Choir gathered for a photo
Arroyo Grande High School Presents

Choir and Band Winter Concert

Join us for the AGHS Winter Concert featuring the Choir, Concert Band, and Wind Ensemble. Enjoy a dynamic mix of classical and contemporary pieces, showcasing student talent through powerful harmonies and instrumentation. A night of captivating performances awaits—don’t miss it!
Wed, Dec 18
7:00 pm
Forbes Hall
Members of Surfin' The Beach Boys Tribute dressed in holiday attire
Clark Center Presents

Ultimate Christmas with Surfin' The Beach Boys Tribute

Don't miss this special night filled with Christmas Magic as Surfin' The Beach Boys Tribute serves up all the holiday Classics Little St. Nick, The Man With All The Toys, Santa's Beard, Frosty The Snowman, White Christmas and many more Christmas favorites written "Beach Boys" style...along with the biggest Beach Boys hits.
Sat, Dec 21
7:30 pm
Forbes Hall
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