MUSIC

• Jazz icon Dianne Reeves will premiere new music at the Luckman Fine Arts Complex March 13, 8 p.m. This performance by Reeves will include music from her latest album “When You Know,” a collection of songs based on the theme of love including some pop and jazz standards, in addition to her own original compositions. Luckman Fine Arts Complex is at California State University, Los Angeles, 5151 State University Drive, Los Angeles. Tickets are $35 and up. Information: (323) 343-6600, luckmanarts.org.

• In support of his latest CD “Umbo Weti: Tribute to Leon Thomas,” the Babatunde Lea Quintet will perform March 11, 8 p.m., at Catalina’s Jazz Club, 6725 W. Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. The event will feature Babatunde Lea on drums and percussion, Dwight Trible on vocals, Ernie Watts on tenor sax, Patrice Rushen on acoustic piano, and Gary Brown on acoustic bass. Information: (323) 466-2210.

FILM

• The Pan African Film & Arts Festival will feature “41st & Central: The Untold Story of the L.A. Black Panthers” for one week beginning March 26 at the Culver Plaza Theatres, 9919 Washington Blvd., Los Angeles.

The documentary series follows the Southern California Chapter of the Black Panther Party from its Black Power beginnings through to its demise. Information: paff.org.

THEATER

• “PLAY/ground,” the annual play festival from March 13 to 14, will take place at Boston Court Performing Arts Center, 70 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena. This year’s lineup includes “The Nature of Mutation,” by John Walch, directed by Abigail Deser; “Breadcrumbs,” by Jennifer Haley, directed by Michetti; and other plays.

“The Nature of Mutation” will be read March 13, 12:30 p.m., followed by “Breadcrumbs” at 3:30.

The free readings are open to the public. Reservation information: (626) 683-6883.

• “The Emperor’s Last Performance” opens March 26, 8 p.m., and runs through April 4, at Los Angeles TheatreCenter, Theatre 4, 514 S. Spring St., Los Angeles. There will be a preview March 25, 8 p.m. Regular show times will be Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 3 and 8 p.m., and Sundays at 3 and 7 p.m.

The play traces the career of Charles Sidney Gilpin (1878-1930) from 1920, before he was cast in “The Emperor Jones,” until 1930, and his farewell performance in that role. Gilpin was one of the earliest African American stars on the Broadway stage. General admission is $30. Student admission is $20. Reservations: (213) 489-0994, ext. 107, www. thelatc.org.

LUNCHEON, FASHION SHOW

• Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Kappa Chapter, will hold its Annual Scholarship Luncheon and Fashion Show on March 20, 11:30 a.m., at the Reef Restaurant, 880 Harbor Scenic Drive, Long Beach. Information: Ella C. Evans, (323) 232-4959.