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47th Excellence in Arts on October 18, 2026 at 2 pm in the Toyota Meeting Hall 3330 Civic Center Dr.

The Cultural Arts Commission has been bestowing Excellence in Arts Awards since 1977. These awards recognize individuals, groups, and corporations who make outstanding contributions to the arts in one of the following categories: Dance; Drama & Theatre Arts; Music; Visual Arts & Design; Literary Arts; and Emerging Artist Award. Additionally, the Katy Geissert Award is made to recognize overall exemplary contributions to the arts.

Nominations are accepted during the summer from the community, and the awards are presented in a public reception in October, to coincide with National Arts & Humanities month.

Nomination submissions are now open! To review guidelines and submit a nomination, please the Nomination Page.

To see the list of previous award winners since 1977 click on the link below.

Previous Winners

For more information email CulturalServices@TorranceCA.gov or call (310) 618-3846. 

Nominations can be submitted via email: CulturalServices@TorranceCA.gov. Please attach digital files of the nominee's resume and samples of work. For physical drop off, call (310) 618-3846 for directions.