November 2019
Miss Richfield 1981: Gender Fluids
In her all-new show “Gender Fluids,“ Miss Richfield will attempt to find non-binary answers to our increasingly complex world! With all new music, new videos, new costumes, and a healthy heap of help from the audience, this new show promises to celebrate all the genders - both old & new.
Find out more »Bow Wow Film Festival
Bow Wow is a traveling film festival that celebrates, educates and inspires all things doggie, through the art of short film. Bow Wow Film Fest features some of the years' best pooch themed short films all wrapped up in one beautiful, fun-loving package.
Find out more »Leslie Jordan: (Over) Exposed!
In EXPOSED, Leslie invites his audiences behind-the-scenes of his childhood and career. Offering a charming & hilarious look-back at his life experience as a flamboyant youth raised as a Southern Baptist, as well as the “unbelievable real-life stories” and treasured anecdotes from his renowned stage and television performances. WARNING: EXPOSED may cause a great deal of laughter and a few tears!
Find out more »Culinary Cinema: The Scent Of The Green Papaya
Culinary Cinema Presents: The Scent Of The Green Papaya with Chef Chad Gardner of 533 Viet Fusion. Join your host, accomplished film director Petra Haffter- November 20, 2019 for the Palm Springs Cultural Center “Culinary Cinema” Program. Watch the film The Scent Of The Green Papaya and then enjoy a Viet-Fusion Dinner created by Chef Chad Gardner at 533 Viet Fusion restaurant.
Find out more »Palm Springs Cinéma Français
Join the Desert Film Society along with the Palm Springs Cultural Center for Palm Springs Cinéma Français, a weekend of French-language films and culture. The festival is curated by Beth Ellen Fromm, Executive Director of the Desert Film Society, with the Palm Springs Cultural Commission as the presenting sponsor. All films will screen with English subtitles at the Palm Springs Cultural Center’s Historic Camelot Theatre in downtown Palm Springs.
Find out more »Sea of Shadows
When Mexican drug cartels and Chinese traffickers join forces to poach the rare totoaba fish in the Sea of Cortez, their deadly methods threaten to destroy virtually all marine life in the region, including the most elusive and endangered whale species on Earth, the vaquita porpoise.
Find out more »Randy Rainbow Live
Randy Rainbow is an Emmy® Nominated comedian, actor, singer, writer and satirist best known for his popular series of musical parodies and political spoofs, which have garnered him international acclaim. This will be Randy's first time in Palm Springs with a LIVE BAND!
Find out more »December 2019
Modern Men: The Gift of Love
In a resounding statement of love and affirmation, Modern Men: Coachella Valley Men’s Chorus present The Gift of Love as their 2019 Holiday musical offering. Maintaining the chorus’ high performance standards, the men will present some of the world’s most beautiful music, all themed around the wonders of love.
Find out more »January 2020
Culinary Cinema: Paris Can Wait
Join your host, accomplished film director Petra Haffterra, for an evening of film, romance, and a French inspired L' Amitié Table Dinner. The evening begins at the Camelot Theatres in the Palm Springs Cultural Center where you will be treated to an appertif as you enjoy the romantic romp Paris Can Wait, featuring Diane Liane as a married woman waking to all life has to offer. Then follow your host to a private residence where you will dine at a French inspired L' Amitié Table Dinner prepared by Chef Ric.
Find out more »American Factory
Join the Palm Springs Cultural Center community for a free screening of the Oscar-nominated film "American Factory." In this documentary, hopes soar when a Chinese company reopens a shuttered factory in Ohio. But a culture clash threatens to shatter an American dream. This Netflix movie is the first film from Barack and Michelle Obama's production company, Higher Ground Productions, in partnership with Participant Media.
Find out more »Learning to Skateboard in a War Zone (If You’re a Girl)
Join the Palm Springs Cultural Center for a free screening of the Oscar-nominated short film "Learning to Skate in a Warzone (if You're a Girl)," followed by a Q&A with director Carol Dysinger.
Find out more »Palm Springs Speaks: Andrea Bernstein
Andrea Bernstein is the Peabody Award–winning cohost of the acclaimed WNYC/ProPublica podcast Trump, Inc., which won the prestigious 2019 Alfred I. duPont–Columbia University award. In addition to broadcast appearances on outlets including PBS NewsHour, CNN, and Fresh Air, her work has appeared in The New Yorker, the New York Times, the Washington Post, New York, the Guardian, and on NPR.
Find out more »February 2020
The Cave
Join The Desert Sun and National Geographic Documentary Films for a free community screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary "The Cave". The movie tells the real-life story of an underground hospital and its female physicians in war-torn Syria, painting a stirring portrait of courage, resilience and female solidarity.
Find out more »Palm Springs Speaks: Tembi Locke
Tembi Locke—actor, mom, author, advocate, chef’s wife and now young widow—is passionate about two things: the power of storytelling as a tool to inspire meaningful connection, and savoring the flavors, food and kitchen wisdom from her favorite place in the world, Sicily. Tembi's advocacy work stems from her personal experience as a long-term cancer caregiver and focuses on families facing illness, community building and sharing inspiration when it matters most.
Find out more »A Doll’s House, Part 2
In the final scene of Ibsen’s 1879 groundbreaking masterwork, Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children, and begin a life on her own. At this irreverent sequel, many years have passed since Nora’s exit. Now, there’s a knock on that same door. Nora has returned. But why? And what will it mean for those she left behind?
Find out more »Midcentury Culture: Wheels and Reels
Join the Palm Springs Cultural Center for a very special car show reception and screening. The car show will feature between 20 and 25 1950s-1960s vehicles from Great Autos of Yesteryear members. Enjoy a hosted cocktail party with passed hors d’oeuvres in front of the theatre amidst the cars. After that, pick up a boxed dinner at our café and proceed to the large theater where we will screen the epic comedy, It’s A Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World
Find out more »Culinary Cinema: AIRPLANE!
Join the Palm Springs Cultural Center for the comedy sensation AIRPLANE... and the best airplane food you've ever had in economy! Get your ticket around the world with Culinary Cinema featuring the culinary stylings of Chef Justin Braviroff. With you on board this international flight you have Pilot and Host Dennis Costa, Purser and Host Tom Beatty, Flight Attendants Guy Mindle and Amanda Escamilla. AIRPLANE! Comedy This spoof comedy takes shots at the slew of disaster movies that were released…
Find out more »July 2020
Drive-In: Grease
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »Drive-In Double Feature: Mamma Mia! 1 + 2
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »Drive-In: Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »Drive-In: Jurassic Park
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »August 2020
Drive-In Double Feature: Terminator 1+2
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »Drive-In: Shrek
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »Drive-In: Funny Girl
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist!
Find out more »September 2020
Drive-In: House of Cardin
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist! Entertain a rare peek into the mind of a genius, chronicling the life and design of Cardin.
Find out more »Drive-In: Chuck Berry: The Original King of Rock N’ Roll
Socially Responsible + Nostalgic Fun: The Palm Springs Cultural Center Drive-In Experience invites to step back in time under the starlit Palm Springs night and re-live the magic of yesteryear with a modern pop-up cinematic twist! Rock your hearts out with Jon Brewer's new doc- with exclusive insight on the Original King!
Find out more »Cinema Diverse
The Palm Springs Cultural Center is proud to announce the return of Cinema Diverse: The Palm Springs LGBTQ Film Festival, now in its 13th year. This year you'll be able to experience the festival in two unique ways: virtually from the comfort of your recliner at home or at their new PS Cultural Center Drive-In Experience. Virtual Cinema Feature Films, Shorts, and Documentaries will be available online starting September 11 until September 30 through their Virtual Cinema program and can…
Find out more »June 2021
Palm Springs International ShortFest
The Palm Springs International Film Society will mark another exciting milestone as its annual Palm Springs ShortFest becomes the first film festival in the state to hold all of its screenings in-theatre in 2021. The event returns to the Camelot Theatres (Palm Springs Cultural Center) from June 22-28.
Find out more »March 2022
9th Annual Palm Springs Jewish Film Festival
15 movies, 2 shorts, 1 World Premiere, 3 Palm Springs Premieres, Opening with Renee Taylor and Lainie Kazan live Q&A, Howie Mandel interview, outdoor movie at Oscars with dinner/drink option, classic and premiere with the Writer/Director/Producer Q&A closing!
Find out more »9th Annual Palm Springs Jewish Film Festival
15 movies, 2 shorts, 1 World Premiere, 3 Palm Springs Premieres, Opening with Renee Taylor and Lainie Kazan live Q&A, Howie Mandel interview, outdoor movie at Oscars with dinner/drink option, classic and premiere with the Writer/Director/Producer Q&A closing!
Find out more »9th Annual Palm Springs Jewish Film Festival
15 movies, 2 shorts, 1 World Premiere, 3 Palm Springs Premieres, Opening with Renee Taylor and Lainie Kazan live Q&A, Howie Mandel interview, outdoor movie at Oscars with dinner/drink option, classic and premiere with the Writer/Director/Producer Q&A closing!
Find out more »9th Annual Palm Springs Jewish Film Festival
15 movies, 2 shorts, 1 World Premiere, 3 Palm Springs Premieres, Opening with Renee Taylor and Lainie Kazan live Q&A, Howie Mandel interview, outdoor movie at Oscars with dinner/drink option, classic and premiere with the Writer/Director/Producer Q&A closing!
Find out more »April 2022
AmDocs: American Documentary and Animation Film Festival
The American Documentary Film Festival is a forum to celebrate and promote documentary film, and the independent filmmakers around the world who bring knowledge and awareness through their stories about real people and issues.
Find out more »May 2022
Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival
Founded in 2000 by the late mystery author and Palm Springs community leader Arthur Lyons, this unique festival features an eclectic mixture of landmark and obscure vintage movies from the classic film noir era. Laden with period post-war cynicism, these glorious black and white films are laden with suspense, sexuality and crime portrayed from the perspective of the criminals.
Find out more »June 2022
Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival
The Palm Springs Young Playwrights Festival promotes and encourages creative writing - on the theatrical form - open to all students in the elementary, middle, and high school level within Riverside County, California.
Find out more »Palm Springs International ShortFest 2022
The Palm Springs International ShortFest plans to return with in-person screenings at the Camelot Theatres (Palm Springs Cultural Center) from June 21-27. In addition to screening on June 27, the Best of Fest films will also be available to watch virtually after the festival.
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