Overview

February brings a diverse lineup of performances to the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, featuring a blend of music, dance, and theater. The month kicks off with a celebration of Mexican culture, followed by an engaging music program and an exciting circus performance, culminating in the much-anticipated musical "Kinky Boots."

Key details

  • Ballet Folclórico Nacional de México: Performance on Saturday, February 1 at 8 p.m.
  • Rob Kapilow's "What Makes It Great?": Featuring Dvořák's Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81 on Wednesday, February 5 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $55.
  • Cirque Mechanics: "42FT – A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels" on Friday, February 7 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $40.
  • "Kinky Boots": Musical performances on February 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, and 29, with various showtimes including 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
  • Ticket prices for "Kinky Boots": Start at $25.
  • "Kinky Boots" storyline: Follows Charlie Price and Lola as they navigate challenges in saving a family factory.
  • Music and lyrics for "Kinky Boots": By Cyndi Lauper; book by Harvey Fierstein.
  • Ticket purchasing: Available online at cerritoscenter.com or by calling (562) 916-8500.

Context

The Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts serves as a cultural hub, offering a variety of performances that highlight both local and international talent, enriching the community's artistic landscape.

What happens next

As February progresses, audiences can look forward to experiencing the vibrant performances scheduled, particularly the extended run of "Kinky Boots," which promises to deliver an engaging blend of music and storytelling.

What we don't know yet

Details regarding the specific ticket availability and seating arrangements for each performance are not confirmed.