The city of Santa Clarita is a magical place to visit. The beautiful environs contain many amusement park attractions, and a plethora of parks and wild spaces to hike and explore. First-rate shopping, a variety of cuisines to choose from, and all sorts of entertainment options make Santa Clarita an exciting place to visit whether you’re here for business, to see loved ones, or catch the sites.
But one potentially underrated aspect of Santa Clarita is that it’s something of an art lover’s mecca. The city has an incredibly vibrant arts scene. Theater, music, dance, and visual arts all thrive in this busy community. You could spend a weekend or more exploring the arts in Santa Clarita. Some of the highlights include the Santa Clarita Ballet Company, the ARTree Community Arts Center, Valencia Symphony, the Canyon Theater Guild, and several other venues dedicated to the arts. You’ll find something amazing at every stop.
Dance
The world of dance is best represented in Santa Clarita by the Santa Clarita Ballet Company. It is a ballet school that allows for its most gifted and advanced students to perform with and learn from professional guest dancers. The result is a wonderful opportunity for the community to experience extraordinary semi-professional dance theater.
The schedule of performances varies throughout the year. Visit the site for specific performances and times.
Visual Arts
ARTree Community Arts Center offers its visitors classes in the arts, exhibits of painting, sculptures, and drawing, as well as special projects throughout the community. All ages are encouraged to try their hand at a new creative endeavor. Their mission is to nurture the creative process and personal expression of all who visit. Many classes are just one-night, and you just drop in — no prior registration required!
Music
From the street fairs and community events to the concerts and symphonies the city provides for the public, there is music everywhere you turn in Santa Clarita. The Valencia Symphony Orchestra and the Santa Clarita Philharmonic perform many concerts in the area throughout the year at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center. The Santa Clarita Master Chorale also showcases local talent as well as professionals in a series of concerts all year long.
Theater
There are several live performance options provided by the CanyonTheatre Guild all throughout the year. The ESCAPE Theater Group is specifically children’s performances, as well as an educational facility for performing arts. The Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival also provides several live acting performances around the community as well as a summer festival.
Where to Stay in Santa Clarita
Art abounds in Santa Clarita. Taking it all in requires an overnight stay, at least, and preferably a weekend or more. Fortunately, there are many hotels in Valencia to suit any taste and fiscal plan. If you’re looking for a bargain, there are a few budget options such as the Santa Clarita Motel, Castaic Inn, and Rodeway Inn Magic Mountain Area. When looking for something with more amenities, Hyatt Regency Valencia is a great choice, with spacious rooms and a heated outdoor pool.
No matter your reason for visiting Santa Clarita, you will never forget the time you spent exploring its vibrant art culture. The memories and knowledge you gain will ensure a special place in your heart for this charming town in beautiful southern California.
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