Arts & Entertainment
Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts Cancels Entire Season
Shutdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts will undergo critical maintenance projects.
CERRITOS, CA —The Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts is canceling its entire 2020-21 season, another casualty of the coronavirus pandemic, center officials announced Friday.
The CCPA "is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for its patrons, performers, volunteers and employees," according to a statement.
"County officials have indicated that the reopening of venues will be allowed in phases and with requirements for social-distancing and disinfection protocols. At this time, it is not known when the CCPA will be allowed to present performances and hold mass gatherings," the statement said.
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During the closure, the theater will "undertake critical maintenance projects, including the installation of a new fire-suppression system," according to CCPA officials, who said plans are being made for the 2021-22 season.
Anyone interested in donating to support arts and entertainment programming at the center can call 562-916-8510.
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City News Service and Patch Staffer Paige Austin contributed to this report.
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