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Firehouse Arts Center
April 24-26
May 1-3
Winner of 10 Tony Awards in 1965 and still touching audiences worldwide today with its humor, warmth and honesty, 'Fiddler on the Roof' is a musical theatre tradition! Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor dairyman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with tradition in the face of changing social mores and growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, this universal theme cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: Fri & Sat: 8:00; Sun: 2:00pm
Admission: $38 to $17
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Friday
The Capitol Steps
Returning for their seventh annual evening of side-splitting political
satire, the members of Capitol Steps combine experience on the Hill with
musical, acting, improv and sheer comedic talent in an equal opportunity
skewering of modern day politics. The only group in America that attempts to
be funnier than Congress, Capitol Steps never suffers from a shortage of
material, finding humor in the latest headlines, scandals, mis-steps and mis-speaks.
Given today’s gridlock, a Capitol Steps show may be the only thing capable
of winning bipartisan support!
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $69/$52 Students (17 &
under): $16
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
| May 2-3 Sat - Sun |
See also on eLivermore.com:
Join us for the 24th ANNUAL WINE COUNTRY FESTIVAL!!
2015 Livermore Wine Country Festival is the largest celebration of wine, craft brews, arts, crafts, shopping, dining, entertainment and hometown charm in the East Bay!
Over 150,000 attend each year to explore over 300 vendor booths and to shop at Downtown's incredible specialty boutiques. Enjoy our collection of restaurants that are globally inspired and locally enhanced!
Free Bike Valet by LARPD at First Street & South Livermore Ave.
Sponsor: Livermore Downtown Association
Location: Downtown Livermore, 1st street from O Street to Maple
Street. 2nd Street from M to J streets. Also at
Blacksmith Square.
Admission: Free Admission.
Wine and Beer tasting packages for sale.
Advanced (thru May 1): Beer tasting package: $25 (one day), $45
(two day). Wine Tasting Package: $35 (one day), $55 (two day).
Day of: Beer tasting package: $30 (one day). Wine Tasting Package:
$40 (one day).
Times: Sat: 10-6 (Wine & Beer pouring: 11am-5pm), Sun: 10-5 (Wine &
Beer pouring: 11am-4pm)
More info:
Livermore Downtown
Association -
Wine Festival Web Page
or 373-1795
At the Fairgrounds
Sat-Sun
The Bay Area Motorcycle Superfest BAMS 2015 returns to the Alameda County Fairgrounds this May 2-3, 2015. The Quicksilver Expos, Team will once again produce this show. It's for Riders of all kinds, from novice to seasoned and the show is About Motorcycles, and featuring a vast line up of American and Metric, Customs, New, Vintage and Eclectic creations, performance and accessory equipment too .
Our Super Silent Auction will allow anyone wanting to sell their bike a chance to display it in front of 1,000's of motorcyclist and those looking for that special bike.
Special Guests both Saturday and Sunday include Sons of Anarchy's Emilio Rivera and Victory Motorcycle's Demo Rider Tony Carbajal. Music will flow from 2 stages and don't miss the Sunday Morning Super Swap Meet starting at 10 am. Look for amazing deals on knock offs, used parts and some new equipment close-outs at fantastic prices.
This is the Bay Area's own major motorcycle event and we are offering special discounts for Clubs who would like to ride in together. Go to our website www.BAMS2015.com for more information.
Sponsor: Quicksilver Expos, LLC
Location:
Alameda County
Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Sat, 10am - 7:30pm; Sun 10am - 5:30pm
Admission: Adults $20; Child Under 12 Free; Active
Military Free; Parking $10.00 cars;
More info: www.bams2015.com or
Fairgrounds web site
Sat
Duo Rendezvous, Violin and Guitar - Del Valle Fine Arts
Spend an intimate evening savoring the music of two of Canada’s leading
performers: violinist Jasper Wood and guitarist Daniel Bolshoy. Wood has
performed twice before and with great success for Del Valle Fine Arts—as a
member of the Triple Forte Trio and in duet with the pianist David Riley. He
has appeared as a soloist with leading orchestras, including both the
Montreal and Toronto Symphonies. He is the winner of the Sylvia Gelber Prize
and the Virginia Parker Award and is professor of violin at the University
of British Columbia. Bolshoy has appeared both in solo recitals and with
leading orchestras throughout North America and internationally, and is head
of the guitar division at the University of British Columbia and also head
of the guitar department at Vancouver Symphony’s VSO School of Music.
Sponsor:
Del Valle Fine Arts
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission:
$42/$35/$28. 5 concert series price: $168/$140/$112
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
Watch as Creatures of Impulse takes teen improv out of this world! Your suggestions will inspire a teen SciFi musical each night. They don't know what, when, or how they will sing throughout the night...but they will! Come and see all three nights guaranteed to send you into outer space!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $10 to $5
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Thursday
Simply Sinatra
Steve Lippia is a singer’s singer. Combining his own talent for musical
interpretation with a natural sound and easy charm reminiscent of the young
Sinatra, he delivers a powerful celebration of the era’s most beloved music.
Backed by his band, Lippia effortlessly moves from popping swing tunes to
lush, poignant ballads. His perfect blend of “classic” and “today”
introduces a new generation to such timeless songs as Mack the Knife, You
Make Me Feel So Young, and That’s Life, while walking long-time fans on a
welcome trip down memory lane.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 7:30pm
Admission: $60/$42 Students (17 &
under): $16
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Friday
Almost Elton John
Multi-talented musician and Broadway performer Craig A. Meyer delivers a
one-of-a-kind tribute to the living legend Sir Elton John in a spectacular
musical journey through the years. His strong vocals, striking resemblance,
and amazing talent on the piano brings back the magic of such chart-topping
hits as Crocodile Rock, Benny and the Jets, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, and
Candle in the Wind. A celebration of the character, costumes and charisma of
the famous Sir Elton John, this show will have everyone remembering when
rock was young!
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $69/$52 Students (17 &
under): $16
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Friday
Bets of Doo Wop
In a toe-tapping, finger-snapping blast from the past, stars of the Doo Wop
era reunite in a showcase of timeless hits. The Diamonds’ Dave Somerville
brings back his group’s iconic songs such as Little Darlin’ and The Stroll.
The Safaris, with Jimmy Stephens at the helm, evoke the early 1960s when
their chart-topping hit Image of a Girl took them all over the country. With
the Del Vikings tribute group, comedy host Tom Ogden, and backed by The
American Gold Band, this lively show evokes all the soul and spirit of an
unforgettable era.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $60/$42 Students (17 &
under): $16
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
Famed member of The Irish Tenors, the multi-platinum recording and concert trio, Kearn's is lauded around the globe for his sold out solo recitals, stunning opera performances, and high profile invitational appearances. Dubbed 'Best Irish Tenor' by the Irish Music Association, 'Ireland's Foremost Tenor' by Ireland's Ambassador Michael Collins, and 'a voice-of-the-century voice' by Opera Naples Artistic Director Steffanie Pearce, Kearn's high notes are glorious and his interpretations sublime.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 3:00pm
Admission: $40 to $27
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Bankhead Theater
Saturday
Tchaikovsky: Polonaise from Eugene Onegin
Borodin: Symphony No. 3
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major Elizabeth Pitcairn, soloist.
Celebrated violin virtuoso Elizabeth Pitcairn joins us in our season
finale to perform Beethoven's extraordinary violin concerto. Pitcairn
plays the legendary 1720 "Red Mendelssohn" Stradivarius (said to have
inspired the Academy Award-winning film The Red Violin). Our evening
begins with a musical bonbon from a Russian master: Tchaikovsky's
Polonaise from Eugene Onegin. The orchestra shines in the work of a
chemist and composer, Alexander Borodin, one of the most influential Russian
composers of his time; his Symphony No. 3 is soulful, deeply
expressive, and full of melodic charm.
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: $35 / $29 / $25. Youth (high school & younger): $10 Season tickets
(Dec, Feb, April, May concerts): $110/$99/$85; Youth $40
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore-Amador
Symphony (925) 373-6824, or
Bankhead Theater
Sat
Come and enjoy an evening of old fashioned fun, food, and bidding wars at the Guild's annual auction. It all takes place at the Duarte Garage located on the old Lincoln Highways at the corner of Portola and L Streets in Livermore.
Auctioneer Big Frank at the microphone, gaveling away wine, antiques and great collectibles
The money we raise helps fund Guild projects in our community.
See photos of many of the auction lots at:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/soundready/shares/d25J5Y
Sponsor:
Livermore Heritage Guild,
Location: Duarte Garage, corner of Portola and L St., Livermore
Times: Preview items at 5 p.m. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. with the
auction to follow at 7 p.m.
Admission: Free to attend auction. Dinner: $25.00, Children $10..
More info: LHG web site, or Call 925 449-9927 for more information.
At the Fairgrounds
Sat
Looking for your next adventure? How about a day filled with epic obstacles, rockin' music and plenty of beer? Rugged Maniac Obstacle Race has you covered! Here's how it works: Sign up for the race and you'll get a chance to run our 5k course filled with 25+ obstacles designed to push you to your limits! While you're waiting for your turn on the course, you'll get to hang out with thousands of other maniacs in the festival area where you can ride mechanical bulls, pretend to be a kid in our adult bounce houses, or just rock out to the latest tunes while enjoying some tasty food or beverages. Not only that, but each runner gets a high-quality t-shirt, free professional race photos and a beer (if 21 or over) with their registration!
Sponsor: Rugged Races
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: 9am to 3pm
Admission: See Website. Parking $8.00
More info: 413-772-9270 or www.ruggedmaniac.com or Fairgrounds web site
Firehouse Arts Center
Sat-Sun
The Firehouse welcomes back The Swingin' Blue Stars of the USS Hornet for their annual Memorial Day Weekend Salute to the USO! By popular demand, this year they have added a Saturday evening show in addition to their traditional Sunday matinee appearance. The Swingin' Blue Stars take you back to a simpler time -- when the music told stories with rhythms that got you up on your feet! These gals know how to entertain, celebrating songs from the 40's and 50's, including their tribute to The Andrews Sisters. Their shows always sell out well in advance so get our tickets early!
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: Sat: 7:30pm; Sun: 2:00pm
Admission: $25 to $13.50
More info: www.firehousearts.org
Sun
Hula Lives On
Hula tells the stories of Hawaii and commemorates special moments in time.
We will transport to Hawaii with the rhythmic beats of hula instruments, the
graceful movements of the dancers, the chanting of kumu and the beautiful
musical sounds and talented voices of award winning musicians. We have the
honor and privilege to bring to the stage our dear friend and Bay Area's own
Faith Ako and our special guest from Hawaii Weldon Kekauoha.
Sponsor:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center
Location: Bankhead Theater -
LVPAC web
site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: 2:30pm
Admission:
Tickets: Bankhead Theater Box Office info -
LVPAC Online Ordering page
More info:
Livermore
Valley Performing Arts
Center - eLivermore.com theater page
Sun-Tues
Vintage B17, B24, and B25 bombers once again visit the Livermore airport. This year a P51 joins them. You can take pictures, walk through the bombers, and talk to the crew. Flights are also available in the B17 and B24 for a $450 donation.
In recent years a number of other vintage aircraft, many from WWII, have also been on display.
- Flight Experiences Donations are $450 per person aboard the B-17 or B-24.
- Flight training in the TP-51C "Betty Jane" will be at most locations on the Wings of Freedom Tour. Flight training in the P-51 is $2200 for a half hour flight, and $3200 for a full hour. All participants will get the chance to feel what it was like to fly one of the most legendary fighters of WWII.
- Walk through tours of the aircraft are $12 for adults, and $6 for children 12 and under for access to all of the aircraft. WWII Veterans get into the ground tours at no charge.
See the eLivermore photos.
Sponsor: The Collins Foundation
Location: Livermore Airport
Times: Walk Through Tour times: Sunday: 12-5; Monday,
10-5, Tuesday, 9-5
Flight Experiences take place before and after the tours.
Admission: Walk Through Tour: Adults: $12.00; Children 12 & under: $6;
Rides: $450 for 30 minute flight on B-17 or B-24. See above for TP-51C
flight training.
More info: The
Collings Foundation. For Rides Call - 978-562-9182
Wednesday
First History Talk of the season is Will Bolton, showing pictures and talking about the "Garage Archeology" work going on at the Duarte Garage and Lincoln Highway Museum.
Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the talk to follow at 7:00 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: 7:00pm. Doors open at 6:30pm
Admission: Donations Appreciated.
More info: Livermore Heritage Guild
Firehouse Arts Center
Fri-Sat
This group delivers a high-octane Neil Diamond tribute show that rocks! A band of truly kindred spirits. Surreal Neil and Super Diamond perform regularly in San Francisco and all over the U.S. with a national fan base that proves their popularity. Come revel with all those wonderful road-trip favorites including Sweet Caroline, September Morn, Cracklin' Rosie, Coming to America, ello Again, I Am..I Said, and so many other iconic hits.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 8:00pm
Admission: $40 to $27
More info: www.firehousearts.org
At the Fairgrounds
Sat to Sun
All American hot roddin' takes center stage in Pleasanton as Goodguys presents the 22nd Summer Get-Together! Filling the Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, the big two-day event features over 2,500 American powered hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks of all years, makes and models! Plus an exciting indoor car show, a giant Swap Meet & AutoTrader Classics Cars 4 Sale Corral, vendor exhibits, gear-grinding Goodguys AutoCross, model car show, FREE kids entertainment, pin striper's 'Brush Bash,' specialty exhibits and so much more! It's a full weekend of family style hot roddin' fun in Pleasanton! Visit www.good-guys.com for complete event details! Goodguys...Cool Cars, Cool Peop...Good Times!
Sponsor: Goodguys Rod & Custom Association.
Location: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times: Saturday 8:00am to 5:00pm; Sunday 8:00am to 4:00pm
Admission: $20 adults ($15 pre-sale); $6 youth ages 7-12; children 6 and under free; $10 parking.
More info: Fairgrounds Web Site, www.good-guys.com, http://www.summergettogether.com/ 925-838-9876.
Sat, Sun
Valley Dance Theatre brings full-length and repertory classical ballet and contemporary dance productions to the San Francisco East Bay. Every December, the company presents several full-length performances fo Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker. Last year, the production attracted an audience of more than five thousand. A second major production is staged each seasonin late Spring. As the resident ballet company, all perforances are held at te Bankhead Theater and are accompanied by the Vallley Dance Theatre Pit Orchestra. Costumes are created by professional, award-winning designers. Founded in Livermore, in 1980, Valley Dance Theatre is a licensed, nonprofit Ballet Company which also operates an affiliated schoool of dance, offering balet classes for ages 3 years through adult and boys' classes.
Sponsor: Valley Dance Theater
Location: Bankhead Theater - LVPAC web site - eLivermore Bankhead Theater page
Times: Sat: 7:00pm; Sun: 2:00pm
Admission: $26; Students: $12
More info: Valley Dance Theater or Bankhead Theater
Firehouse Arts Center
Sun
With the success of their one-act operas last season, Livermore Valley Opera returns to the Firehouse Arts Center with a new short program, complete with projected English super-titles. A reception following the show allows patrons to mingle and meet the artists.
Sponsor: City of Pleasanton
Location: Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times: 2:00pm
Admission: $40 to $35
More info: www.firehousearts.org
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