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At the Bankhead Theater
Fri, Sat
April 9
Fri
A Benefit for Tri-Valley Haven
Eve Ensler’s Award Winning Masterpiece!
Women and men alike will love this poignant and hilarious celebration of
female sexuality! The Vagina Monologues are witty and irreverent,
compassionate and wise. Directed by local writer and director, Karen Hogan,
all proceeds of this production go to Tri-Valley Haven to end local violence
against women.
Sponsor:
Tri-Valley Haven
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $42/$32/$27
More info:
Tri-Valley Haven -
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Fri-Sat
April 9,10,11
Fri-Sun
April 16,17,18
Fri-Sat
April 23
Fri
Las Positas College presents Rent, the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning musical by Jonathan Larson, for eight performances – April 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 8:00 PM and April 11 and 18 at 2:00 PM. The show will take place in the Las Positas College Theater at 3033 Collier Canyon Road in Livermore.
Rent takes place in New York’s Lower East Side in 1989 and follows the lives of eight young friends and artists as they try to forge relationships, express creativity and find meaning in the face of poverty and the presence of AIDS. The rock opera is loosely based on Puccini’s opera La Boheme which chronicles the lives of similar characters also challenged by poverty and disease. Rent won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the Tony Award for Best Musical in 1996.
The Las Positas College production is produced and directed by Ken Ross, with musical direction by Diana Cefalo, set design by Jeremy Hamm, lighting design by Mike Rinaldi and costume design by Wesley Morgan.
Brian Dauglash and Jessica Lafever play the two central lovers, Roger and Mimi; Adam Neylan and Chris Waters portray Collins and Angel; and Natalie Hawkins and Ramiyah J. Baker are Maureen and Joanne. Mark, the filmmaker who narrates the story, is played by Kyle Jones, and Thomas Ignatius plays the landlord, Benny. The show’s ensemble consists of Bobby Compeau, Matthew Hofstad, Nick Sears, Bryce Charles, Allison Meneley, Megan Morris and Jason Hahn.
Tickets for Rent are available at the Las Positas College Bookstore. Advance reservations can be made by calling (925) 424-1812. For show or ticket information, call (925) 424-1166 or email kross@laspositascollege.edu.
As it portrays young adults living on the edge and in unconventional
relationships, Rent contains adult themes and language.
Sponsor: Las Positas College
Location: Las Positas College Theater, 3033 Collier Canyon
Rods, Livermore
Times: Fri & Sat: 8:00pm; Sunday: 2:00pm
Admission: $15 General, $10 Students / Seniors
Tickets available at the Las Positas College Bookstore
More info: Advance Reservations: 925 424-1812 Show information:
925 424-1166,
kross@laspositascollege.edu
At the Bankhead Theater
Saturday
Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
An exuberant and sophisticated company with a European flair, Aspen Santa Fe
Ballet delivers the grace and elegance of classical ballet coupled with an
adventurous repertoire and beautiful Midwestern landscapes. This is a
company that delivers on its reputation as one of the most up and coming
dance companies in America, prompting The New York Times to call this
troupe’s premiere at the Joyce Theater, “A breath of fresh air.”
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8pm
Admission: $46/$36/$26. Students (17 & under): $12
Tickets:
Bankhead Theater Box Office
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center -
Aspen Santa Fe
Ballet - eLivermore.com theater page
Click for full seating chart
Saturday
This unique bicycle tour is for women and girls of all ages and abilities. It winds through the Amador, Livermore, Diablo and San Ramon Valleys. The metric-century (100k/65 miles) is mostly flat with a few moderate hills. The Challenge route of almost 100 miles is for fit, experienced riders only. Charming Princes will be at three rest/food stops along the way with snacks and a cold lunch at the second stop. Our SAG service patrols the route to provide rider assistance if required. A Cinderella Ride Patch is awarded to every rider.
Please, no Ride-a-longs.
Sponsor: Valley Spokesmen
More info: Valley Spokesmen
At the Bankhead Theater
Sunday
Livermore Valley Opera, in partnership with the San Francisco Opera Center, will present the Center's Adler Fellows in the premiere of "Rivalries" on Sunday, April 11, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the Bankhead Theater in downtown Livermore. Proceeds from this event will benefit LVO.
"'Rivalries' is two, one-act operas about the rivalries and struggles of love and competition," explains Jim Schmidt, Managing Director of Livermore Valley Opera. "One opera is Hugo Weisgall's 'The Stronger' about a bitter rivalry of love, and the second is Mozart's 'The Impresario' which is all about competition for a lead role in an opera."
The cast of six artists are members of this year's Adler Fellows, a select group of the San Francisco Opera Merola Scholars. One of the artists, soprano Leah Crocetto is one of five Metropolitan Opera's National Council Auditions $15,000 winners. The auditions' Grand Finals concert on the Met stage took place on Sunday, March 14, 2010. Fellow cast member mezzo-soprano Maya Lahyani, also performed at the Met as an auditions finalist. Additional Adler Fellow cast members are Ryan Belongie, Susannah Biller, Sara Gartland and Austin Kness.
"We are very excited about this wonderful opportunity to showcase these
exceptionally gifted singers at the Bankhead," adds Schmidt.
Sponsor: Livermore Valley Opera
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Admission: $25/$35/$45
More info:
Livermore Valley Opera - eLivermore.com theater page,
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Thrus-Sun
The Livermore Art Association is sponsoring an unusual and exciting show at the Bothwell Art Center. 'The Essential Nude', a collection of fine figurative art by local artists will be on display from April 15th - 18th. Meet the artists, and enjoy food and wine at the opening reception on Thursday, April 15th from 7:00-900 pm. The show will be judged by artist Robert Hunt. Exhibit hours are 11:00am - 4:00 pm. The Bothwell Center is at 2466 Eighth Street, Livermore. The event is free and open to the public. For more information visit website livermoreartassociation.org.
Sponsor: Livermore Art Association
Location: Bothwell Art Center 2466 Eighth Street
Times: Thursday April 15: 7-9pm. Fri-Sun: 11am to 4pm
Admission: Free
More info: Livermore Art Association - 925-606-1088
At the Bankhead Theater
Fri
Help make dreams come true for the foster children of Agape Village! Enjoy a benefit dance presentation by the Jazz Company of Livermore School of Dance. Bring a gift card, of any amount, from Target, Safeway or Toys R Us to the performance and help make the life of a foster child and family a little easier.
Directed by Liz Roberts, performances will include jazz, tap, hip hop and
lyrical/contemporary dance styles. The broad range of music offers something
for everyone - from old Hollywood songs, like ”Sing, Sing, Sing” to the
music of “Fame”, with special guest dancers and soloists winners from the
Livermore Idol contest. Please note: No infants under the age of two years
will be admitted.
Sponsor:
Livermore School of Dance
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $26/$20/$18
More info:
Livermore School of Dance -
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
At the Bankhead Theater
Saturday
Founded in 1984 by four prize-winning graduates of the Conservatoire National Superieur de Paris, the Parisii Quartet won early acclaim with its triumphs at three major international competitions: Banff (1986), Munich (1987), and Evian (1987). Since then, the Parisii has been much in demand on the European concert circuit, and since 1995 they have made regular, highly successful tours of the United States. Their repertoire encompasses all the major classical and romantic works for string quartet, but they are particularly noted for their interpretations of works by French composers. Their extensive discography includes recordings of quartets by Debussy, Ravel, Franck, and Fauré; their recent recording of Milhaud’s 16 string quartets won the Grand Prix Charles Cros.
Sponsor: Del Valle Fine Arts
Location: Bankhead Theater - LVPAC web site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $30/$25/$20. High School free, college $10 day of concert.
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info - LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info: www.delvallefinearts.org., eLivermore.com theater page, Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center
For more information about the Parisii Quartet go to: http://www.quatuorparisii.com/www.quatuorparisii.com/English_version.html
Wednesday
Doors will open at 7 p.m. with the talk to follow at 7:30 p.m. at the Civic Center Library located at 1188 South Livermore Avenue. Light refreshments are provided. While there is no charge for the talk, donations are encouraged.
Sponsor: Livermore Heritage Guild
Location: Livermore Civic Center Library, 1188 S. Livermore Ave.
Times: 7:30pm. Doors open at 7:00pm
Admission: Donations Appreciated.
More info: Livermore Heritage Guild
Thurs
The Museum On Main Street's Ed Kinney Lecture Series presents "Sustainability: Then and Now" in recognition of the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day at 7 p.m., Thursday, April 22 at Lynnewood United Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue, Pleasanton. The lecture is sponsored by Jack Harrington.
Alviso Adobe Community Park Naturalist Eric Nichols, and Maria Lara from the Office of Pleasanton's city manager will talk about native, historic and current sustainability efforts. What sustainable practices did Native populations use in the Amador-Livermore Valley hundreds of years ago? What steps can we take to ensure a healthier region today and into the future?
Nicholas will talk about Native and historic land use, including hunting game, gathering food, and creating shelter. He leads programs with local youth and the public, encouraging active participation in stewardship. Lara will discuss local sustainability programs including Solar Cities, a program focused on educating residential consumers about solar energy in the cities of Pleasanton, Livermore, and Dublin; the curbside recycling program, and more.
Admission is $5 members and seniors, $10 non-members, and $3 students and
teachers with ID. No reservations necessary. Purchase tickets at the door.
Sponsor:
Museum on Main Street
Location: Lynnewood Methodist Church, 4444 Black Avenue,
Pleasanton
Times: 7:00pm
Admission: members and seniors, $5; non-members, $10; and students
and teachers $3 with school ID.
More info:
Museum on Main Street at (925) 462-2766
At the Bankhead Theater
April 30, May 1-2
May 7-9
Fri-Sun
The Producers are Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks’ classic cult comedy film. Now as a big Broadway musical, outrageous, hilarious, off the wall, and the winner of a record 12 Tony Awards, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It is a truly “boffo” hit and you will find yourself holding your sides with laughter as Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom sing and dance their way through the greatest show biz scam that there ever was. This show is rated R. **This performance contains adult content. Please use your discretion when considering bringing children.**
Music & Lyrics by Mel Brooks. Book by Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan.
Sponsor:
Tri-Valley Repertory
Theatre (formerly Pleasanton
Playhouse)
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Fridays & Saturday: 8:00pm. Sunday Matinees:
2:00pm
Admission: Adults: $36.50
Tickets:
Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Tri-Valley Repertory
Theatre (formerly Pleasanton
Playhouse), eLivermore.com theater page,
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Saturday
A great place to buy paints, frames, canvas, art books, etc. Bargain art. Pottery, photography props, art equipment. Inexpensive supplies for kids. Or do you want your own booth space so you can clean out your hobby room or studio? 10' x 10' spaces $25.
Sponsor: Pleasanton Art League
Location: DeLucchi Park, First St. at Neal, Pleasanton (next to the Farmers' Market)
Times: 8am to 2pm
Admission: Free to attend.
More info: Gail Ruvalcaba 925 846-8960, Pleasanton Art League
At the Fairgrounds
Sat
The show and sale features over 130 tables of lovable dolls and teddy bears in all sizes. There will be a variety of antique to modern dolls, including Barbies, as well as handcrafted and manufactured teddies and supplies. Books and magazines will be available for those interested in learning more about this hobby that brings back the child in us.
Many dealers are willing to answer questions or give appraisals. Doll repair dealers will be at the show to discuss your needs. Many teddy bear artists will be on hand to chat with, including some that make bears from recycled fur coats.
Sponsor: Larry & Betty Herman
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 10:00am to 3:30pm
Admission: Adults: $5; children (6-12) $2; Parking $8. $1 off coupon on website
More info: Fairgrounds Web Site, or www.hermanshows.com or 925 947-1572
At the Fairgrounds
Sat-Sun
Alpaca Halter and Performance Show. See hundreds of alpacas in all colors! Lots of vendors, yarn, teddy bears, sweaters, designer clothing, and more! Performance show Sat & Sun. Halter show all day Sat. & Sun. Knitting/Spinning/Weaving demonstrations.
Sponsor: California Alpaca Breeder's Association
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Sat, 8:30am - 5pm; Sun, 8:30am - 5pm
Admission: Free; free parking
More info: Fairgrounds Web Site, or 925 261-9711 www.calpaca.org/classic/index.htm
At the Fairgrounds
Sunday
What is NowRoz: NowRoz is the traditional Afghan new year holiday which marks the first day of spring.
NowRoz in Afghanistan: NowRoz festival is traditionally celebrated for 2
weeks and the preparations for NowRoz start several days in advance, at
least after Chaar Shambe Suri, the last Wednesday before the New Year. Among
various traditions and customs.
Sponsor: Idol Entertainment
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 11am to 8pm. Program starts at 2:00pm
Admission: $20. $10 for children 10 and under.
More info:
Fairgrounds Web Site, or
Little Kabul.com
At the Fairgrounds
Sun
Vintage toys, Disneyana, trains, coin-op, model kits, robots and space toys. Special Guests; Kathy Garver, “Cissy” on TV’s Family Affair, Jon Provost, “Timmy” on TV’s Lassie, and actor C. Andrew Nelson, Star Wars Trilogy, as Darth Vader
Sponsor: Hobbyists
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Sun, 10am to 3pm
Admission: Adults: $5, Children 12 & Under $1. Parking $8
More info: Fairgrounds Web Site, or 510 886-3125
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