Shows & Performances

Tribute to Leonard Cohen and Judy Collins Concert

A Songwriters at Play Event

September 22, 2024 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sunday 2pm
Cambria Center for the Arts Theatre

Judy Collins's hit ballad, "Suzanne", began as a poem by Leonard Cohen. Judy would go on to cover many Cohen songs, and recently released a 13-track album, "Judy Collins Sings Leonard Cohen: Democracy". Songwriters at Play will celebrate Leonard Cohen and Judy Collins with a tribute concert at CCAT on Sunday Sept. 22. Reserved seats for the 2pm concert are available.

Performers include an all-star lineup of local musicians and touring acts too: Bob & Wendy, Kat Edmondson with Tom Walters, Ricky Berger & Adrian Bourgeois, Donna Phillips, Stephen Bannon, Brent Franklin, Perry West, Emily Zuzik, Ann-Marita, and Kern Richards.

"Suzanne" is in the show, as well as Judy Collins hits such as Send in the Clowns, Someday Soon, and Who Knows Where the Time Goes. Come sing along to Leonard Cohen's widely-covered Hallelujah, plus I'm Your Man, So Long Mary Ann, That's No Way to Say Goodbye, Bird on a Wire, and many more.

This concert is produced by Songwriters at Play, husband-wife team, Steve Key and Bonnie Nelson-Key. Their tributes at CCAT have included the music of Donovan, James Taylor, Carole King, Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Smokey Robinson, Aretha Franklin, and Bob Dylan. They also host monthly song contests at Moonstone Cellars in Cambria; the winners of their 10-part series have played CCAT in 2023 and 2024. www.songwritersatplay.com

Performance details:

Sunday, September 22nd at 2 pm




On Golden Pond

by Ernest Thompson

November 1, 2024 7:00 pm - November 10, 2024
Fri and Saturday at 7pm
Saturday and Sunday at 2pm
Cambria Center for the Arts

Experience the timeless charm of "On Golden Pond" at Cambria Center for the Arts. Starting November 1st with 8 performance over 2 weekends, immerse yourself in this heartwarming classic by Ernest Thompson, a CCA tradition that resonates with love, family, and the beauty of life’s later years. Join us for an unforgettable evening as we explore the enduring bond between Norman and Ethel Thayer, the challenges of aging, and the healing power of reconciliation. Don’t miss this chance to be moved by a story that touches the heart and soul.



Tribute Concert to Tom Waits and Rickie Lee Jones

December 1, 2024 2:00 pm
Sunday 2pm
Cambria Center for the Arts

Presented by Songwriters at Play, experience an unforgettable Sunday afternoon at Cambria Center for the Arts as we present a thrilling tribute concert celebrating the iconic Tom Waits and Rickie Lee Jones. Join us for an afternoon of toe-tapping tunes and sing-along favorites performed by 10 talented local musicians. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy our popular concert series and revel in the music of these two legendary artists.

His songs were hits for Rod Stewart, Bruce Springsteen, and Bette Midler. She hit the charts with “Chuck E.’s in Love” and “Danny’s All-Star Joint”. Tom Waits and Rickie Lee Jones were romantically linked for a few years, and we'll bring them back together for a tribute concert on Sunday December 1.

Performers include local musicians Tim Pacheco of Ragged Company, Morgan Childers of Second Chance Lucky, Monterey’s Gin Fragonard, Bay Area balladeer Zoe FitzGerald Carter, and L.A.-based artists Jason Luckett, Alison Lewis, Katie Ferrara, Patrick Joseph, Jeanne Newhall, and Jesse Loren Strickman.

The concert is produced by Songwriters at Play, husband-wife team Steve Key and Bonnie Nelson-Key. Their tributes at CCAT have included the music of Aretha Franklin, Smokey Robinson, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, James Taylor, Carole King, Jackson Browne, Bonnie Raitt, Joan Baez, and Bob Dylan. They also host monthly song contests at Moonstone Cellars in Cambria; the winners of their 10-part series come to CCAT next April. www.songwritersatplay.com

Ticket Information:

Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 2:00pm PST

Cambria Center for the Arts 

1350 Main St.,

Cambria CA 93428 805-927-8190

Reserved seating:

$25.00 - regular price

$20.00 - CCA Members

Become a member here: https://cambriaarts.org/membership/