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Firehouse Arts Center
Fri
They're in tuxes, but have a kind of wildish look...the instruments are electric violins, viola, and cello, and look like modern art, piped and chromed. And then the fun begins! All world-class musicians, the 4 Broadbent gents from London take you on a wild ride from Stravinsky to 007 via Beethoven and Stevie Wonder! Or how about Ravel's Bolero played by all 4 guys on one cello? Seeing is believing!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $28/$23/$18
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Fri
3 Blonde Moms
Join some authentically desperate housewives at a
fundraiser for the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center’s artistic
programming, educational outreach and operations. With hysterical PG-13
stand-up comedy, 3 Blonde Moms... See How They Run! unites unlikely friends
from the cul-de-sac to share uproarious tales of suburban life. From being a
mom, the neighbors, PTA, and in-laws, to getting old and staying in shape –
nothing is sacred. A show for everyone who has a family, wants a family, or
knows a family... and is willing to laugh about it! continue the laughs in
the lobby after the show with a festive reception featuring complimentary
wine, champagne, coffee and desserts. “The Moms have a chemistry that can’t
be faked!” / BOSTON GLOBE
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $49
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Saturday
This unique bicycle tour for women of all ages and abilities winds through Amador, Livermore, Diablo, and San Ramon Valleys. This metric century (100k/65 miles) is mostly flat with a few moderate hills. From the start at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, the ride circles south through Pleasanton, out through the vineyards of Livermore, then north and along the base of beautiful Mt. Diablo to Danville, where it turns south and winds back to the Fairgrounds in Pleasanton. Charming Princes will be at three rest/food stops along the way, with a cold lunch at the second. Our SAG service patrols the entire route to provide rider assistance if required. A Cinderella Classic ride patch is awarded to every rider. Leave your Prince Charming at home and enjoy a special day!
The Cinderella Classic & Challenge is a 65/95-mile recreational bicycle
ride (not a race) for women & girls only. Males do not ride Cinderella they
do the organization, support, rest stops and SAGs for the Cinderellas.
The Cinderella Challenge
The Challenge route is for experienced and extra-conditioned riders only. It
includes an additional 23 miles and almost 2,000 feet of climbing. At mile
25 you turn east and climb Patterson Pass, then enjoy a six-mile steep rapid
descent into the valley. Making a loop, you return via Midway, Altamont
Pass, Carroll, North Flynn and the great descent of South Flynn, after which
you rejoin the Classic route ten miles before the lunch stop. Riders will be
monitored onto the route and given a Challenge route sheet. There will be a
water/refreshment/Challenge award stop at Midway and Grant Line.
Please, no Ride-a-longs.
Sponsor: Valley Spokesmen
More info:
Valley Spokesmen
2010 patch.
Firehouse Arts Center
Sat
Bo Bice's move to Nashville several years ago continues to shine through in his music, reflecting his love of country, faith, and family. The 2005 American Idol finalist (runner-up to Carrie Underwood) now has gold records, a chart-topping single, an amazing personal journey, and a passion for supporting medical research as well as our troops and their families with his music. Don't miss this country boy!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $45/$40/$35
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Bankhead Theater
Sat
Weber: Overture to Oberon
Mozart: Sinfonia Concertante for Violin, Viola, and Orchestra Kristina Anderson, violin Holly Barnes, viola
Dvořák: Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”
Kristina Anderson Antonin Dvořák’s landmark “Symphony from the New
World”, written in 1893, is a monument of the Romantic repertoire and one of
the world’s great works, a favorite of symphony audiences everywhere. It
cemented Holly BarnesDvořák’s status as a towering talent, set the
foundation of American music on its indigenous melodic roots, and in 1969
travelled to the Moon on Apollo 11 as one of Neil Armstrong’s favorite
recordings. The Symphony joins this classic with the overture to Carl Maria
von Weber’s final opera Oberon, written as what the composer likely knew to
be his last piece, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante, a
crossover fusion of styles between the smaller string concerto and the full
orchestral symphony. The sinfonia features LAS concertmaster Kristina
Anderson (pictured above at left) and Boston Ballet Orchestra associate
principal violist Holly Barnes (pictured at right). Experience this great
variety of styles on this night of fundamental works from the Classical and
Romantic periods.
Sponsor: Livermore
Amador
Symphony
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Time: Prelude talk from 7 to 7:30pm. Symphony concerts begin
at 8:00pm
Admission: $29 / $26 / $23. Youth (high school & younger): $10 Season tickets
(Dec, Feb, April, May concerts): $94/$84/$74; Youth $40
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore-Amador
Symphony (925) 373-6824, or
Bankhead Theater
Sun
Circo Comedia
With signature style and a delightfully funny fl
air, Circo Comedia treats audiences to unpredictable thrills, side-splitting
comedy and daredevil stunts. The fantastically talented Canadian duo of Jean
Saucier and Patrick Côté bring dazzling feats of juggling, cycling, roller
skating, acrobatics and magic together in a wacky, eccentric and thoroughly
enjoyable show. With over 20 years of experience, including stints with
Cirque du Soleil, these deliriously comical and irreverent showmen take
circus clowning to a whole new level of fun for all ages! “Delightful… a
healthy dose of silliness.” / THE MORNING CALL
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 2:00pm
Admission: $30 Students (17 & under): $15
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
All the lights, music and drama of a Broadway production meshed with a rock concert! Named 'Performing Arts Entertainers of the Year' a staggering 6 times, the team of Kevin and Cindy Spencer take the art of illusion to an entirely new level where artistry and theater converge. Working with leading creators, inventors, designers, and builders in the industry, the Spencers feature many original illusions that you simply won't see anywhere else!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: Adult: $38/$33/$28; Senior (62+): $34/$30/$28; Child (12 & under): $28
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Firehouse Arts Center
Sat
It's all improvised and it's all hysterical! Master improvisers gather suggestions from the audience and create a spontaneous evening of music, humor, and laughter. The audience votes for their favorite song and watches as the cast turnes it into a full blown improvised musical - complete with memorable characters, witty dialogue, and plot twists galore. If you want to see top-notch, New York-style, professional long-form improv, this is the show to see!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: Adult $32/$28/$24; Senior: $29/$27/$24; Student: $20
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Sat
The Songs of Johnny Mercer
The beloved songs of four-time Academy Award winning
songwriter Johnny Mercer have never gone out of style. Weaving little-known
stories together with his timeless and heartwarming tunes such as Moon
River, Autumn Leaves, Black Magic, My Shining Hour, and Come Rain or Come
Shine, Broadway and television star Linda Purl and award winning vocalist
Lee Lessack bring to life the magic of Johnny Mercer. This delightful
evening of story and song celebrates an unforgettable king of American
popular song and his astonishing musical legacy. “This is romanticism of a
high order.” / BILLBOARD MAGAZINE
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $55/$45/$36 Students (17 & under): $15
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
At the Fairgrounds
Sun
The NowRoz Festival is United States Largest Afghan & Persian New Year & Cultural Celebration.
The NowRoz Festival has attracted over 200,000 Attendees since its start over a decade ago. Join us this year for the largest NowRoz festivities to date and be part of history.
Sponsor: NowRozFestival.com presents
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 12:00-10:00pm
Admission: Adults: 15, Children $5; Parking $8.00
More info: www.NowRozFestival.com or Fairgrounds web site
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
An afternoon of swingin' tunes and romantic croons in a loving salute to the men, the music, and the classy style of the 1960's Las Vegas. Backed by his 'mini' big band trio, Poretz performs some of the best-loved songs made famous by Frank, Dean, Sammy, Bobby, and Tony, including Fly Me To The Moon, Luck Be A Lady, My Way, and many more. Jan Wahl of KCBS and KRON says '...silky smooth and swingin', Jonathan Poretz's voice beautifully wraps around a lyric and lets the song soar!'
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 2:00pm
Admission: $25/$20/$15
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Sun
50's / 60's Doo-Wop Celebration
You'll be in Doo-Wop heaven as the world-famous Acapella Singing Group "THE
ALLEY CATS" delivers their high-energy family-style show filled with great
harmonies, comedy and oldies Doo-Wop fun!
Every acappella performance by THE ALLEY CATS is accompanied only by the
sounds of laughter and voices joining in to sing the melodies we all know
and love. They have won over audiences nationally as they relate directly to
the crowd with lively humor, engaging stories, and audience participation
appealing to young and old alike.
From the White House to Concert Halls worldwide, 'THE ALLEY CATS' have
earned a stellar reputation as the coolest singing cats around, they have
shared the stage with such notable artists as Sha-Na-Na, Chubby Checker, The
Beach Boys, and even comedian Jay Leno.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 3:00pm
Admission: $43/$38/$33
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Thurs
The Flying Karamazov Brothers
Named after the Dostoyevsky novel, The Flying
Karamazov Brothers have been generating a combustible mix of visual
fireworks, visceral physicality and theatrical innovation since 1973. With
their quick verbal wit and willingness to throw literally anything into the
air, this night of high stakes juggling and highbrow high jinx leaves
audiences wondering “how did they do that?” or, perhaps more logically,
“why?” Expect the unexpected in this zany and unique showcase of
laugh-out-loud comedy, wild theatrics, and astonishing feats of dexterity.
“Everything onstage flies in ever more daring patterns, to ever more
stunning altitudes, and to ever growing audience delight.” / BLOOMBERG
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $65/$55/$45 Students (17 & under): $15
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Thurs
Jim Cullum Jazz Band
Since 1962, the Jim Cullum Jazz Band has been
renowned for keeping classic jazz alive and well. From the signature sound
of Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, to the music of Duke Ellington,
George Gershwin and Irving Berlin, they play jazz in the pre-World War II
small ensemble tradition. In addition to their public radio series,
Riverwalk Jazz, the Jim Cullum Jazz Band enthralls audiences at prestigious
venues and festivals all year long. It’s no wonder they’ve been called “the
best traditional jazz band in the country… and quite possibly the world.”
“Pre-World War II jazz music played with a keen eye for detail and plenty of
soul.” / AURORA SENTINEL
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $48/$39/$30 Students (17 & under): $15
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
Thurs-Sat
It's BACK! 'Tri-Valley High: The Musical' returns to the Firehouse Arts Center. Come and see all three nights of the Bay Area's ONLY improvised teen musical. Your suggestions will inspire fresh new characters, stories, and improvised songs each night; so no show is ever the same. Don't miss a moment of the award-winning and nationally recognized Creatures of Impulse Teen Improv Troupe.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: Adult: 12; Student: $7, COI Early Bird Adult: $7, COI Early Bird Student: $3
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Fri
Gary Wright
Creating his own style of chart-topping rock music.
His musical wizardry altered the very sound and texture of contemporary
pop/rock, with such classics as Dream Weaver, Love is Alive, and Really
Wanna Know You, reaching hit status in three different decades. Wright
appeared with Ringo Starr’s All Star Band for the last four tours and his
music has inspired a generation of artists to sample or cover his songs,
including Eminem, Jay-Z and Kanye West. “Deliciously funky keyboard riffs
amid life-affirming vocals, it’s an effervescent soul-enriching sojourn.” /
THE EXAMINER
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $49/$41/$33 Students (17 & under): $15
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - - eLivermore.com theater page
Sat
Eos Ensemble - Del Valle Fine Arts
Formed 10 years ago, the Eos Ensemble is an exciting chamber music group
featuring string, wind, and brass musicians of the San Francisco Opera
Orchestra. Because so many different instrumentalists are affiliated with
the group, Eos is able to offer a kaleidoscopic array of musical groupings.
The ensemble presents concerts of wide ranging musical styles and
instrumental combinations throughout the San Francisco Bay area. Recently
Eos wasfeatured on the radio program West Coast Live.
“…the group’s collective momentum was thrilling.... Every little detail was
perfectly in place and meticulously balanced…. They played with genuine
depth and power…. San Francisco Classical Voice
Sponsor:
Del Valle Fine Arts
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission:
$35/$29/$23
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
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