Sonoma Spotlight

My Way: a Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Cinnabar Theater
December 15th, 2017 – January 14th, 2018

“His songs will never sound old-fashioned. He always sang quality songs . . . no matter what year they’d be played in, they would never sound out of date.” − Tony Bennett

We couldn’t agree more, so join us in celebrating the music of the man many call the greatest pop vocalist of the 20th Century. Songs include All of Me, Fly Me to the Moon, I Get a Kick Out of You, I Only Have Eyes for You, I’ll Be Seeing You, It Was a Very Good Year, and The Lady is a Tramp, to name a few.

Created by David Grapes and Todd Olson
Music Director: Cesar Cancino
Stage Director: Jennifer King
Stage Manager: Ross Tiffany Brown
Scenic Designer: Wayne Hovey
Costume Designer: Ellen Howes
Lighting Designer: Peter Parish

Funding provided by:
Executive Producers Circle Member Larry Russo with Producers Circle Members Karen & Mike Bergin. Additional support provided by Buffington Clay-Miller

Tickets:
$38 General Admission ($45 at the door)
$35 Seniors age 62 and up ($40 at the door)
$30 Under 30 & Military ($35 at the door)
$25 Youth under 18 ($30 at the door)

New Year’s Eve Show:
$69 General admission ($75 at the door)
$66 Seniors 62 and older ($75 at the door)
$61 Adult 18-30 ($65 at the door)
$56 Under 18 ($60 at the door)

Location:
Cinnabar Theater
3333 Petaluma Blvd North
Petaluma, CA 94952
(707) 763-8920

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Peppino D’Agostino
Occidental Center for the Arts
Saturday, December 16th, 2017 @ 8:00 pm

Occidental Center for the Arts is pleased to present once again the internationally renowned acoustic guitarist and composer Peppino D’Agostino! A self taught musician who emigrated from Italy in 1984 to pursue his dream; Peppino has helped redefine the boundaries of the acoustic guitar. His keen melodic sense, remarkable technique, open tunings and percussive effects are the basis of his unique and original compositional style which has been inspiring musicians and audiences alike for decades. Add to that his warm, playful personality, emotional intensity, and broad musical tastes covering classical, folk, Irish, Italian, Brazilian, flamenco and jazz traditions and you have the recipe for his dynamic “minestrone music”. His live performances combine beautifully complex up -tempo instrumentals and a warm and engaging personality that is addictive. http://peppinodagostino.com/

As a six-string guitarist, composer, and arranger steeped in classical discipline, Peppino has had an amazing recording and performing career that has spanned three decades and garnered critical acclaim and awards the world over (voted #1 Best Acoustic Guitarist by Guitar Player Magazine). He has released eight solo albums and 17 recordings. In 2016 D’Agostino had his first sold out tour of China, and composed a soundtrack for the Monterey Bay Aquarium. He has performed in over thirty countries and at countless international festivals and important venues. Also a master teacher, he has published three instructional DVDs (his newest interactive video software Poetica Musica is available on his web site), composed a movie soundtrack, helped design his own signature Seagull guitar, and collaborated with some of the best musicians in the world -Tommy Emmanuel and Leo Kottke among others. D’Agostino co-founded The Pacific Guitar Ensemble with David Tannebaum in 2010, one of his best-known musical collaborations.

Fine Refreshments available for sale.
OCA is accessible to people with disabilities.
Art Gallery open for viewing and gift purchases during all events.

Tickets:
$25 General

Location:
Occidental Center for the Arts
3850 Doris Murphy Ct.
Occidental, CA 95465
(707) 874-9392

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The Santaland Diaries
Left Edge Theater
December 8th – 23nd, 2017

A comedy by David Sedaris
Directed by Argo Thompson

David Yen is back as Crumpet the Elf for his tenth annual and final production of best-selling author David Sedaris’ sardonic comedy. This wry tale is based on the outlandish, and true, chronicles of Sedaris’ brief stint as an elf in Macy’s SantaLand. His hysterical, behind-the-scenes anecdotes are a holiday treat for adults, mercilessly cutting through the sticky-sweetness of Christmas to illuminate the insanity of the holidays and the resilience of the human spirit.

Showtimes:
5:00 pm & 8:00 pm

Tickets:
$25 General Admission
$40 VIP
VIP reserved seating: the best seats will be waiting with your name on them when you arrive.

Location:
Left Edge Theater
50 Mark West Springs Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
(707) 546-3600

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Nutcracker
Santa Rosa Dance Theater
December 15th, 16th, & 17th, 2017

Swirling snowflakes. Brave toy soldiers. Dancing dolls. Whether you are seeing it again or for the very first time, The Nutcracker will capture your imagination and transport you to the magical world of a girl named Clara and her Nutcracker Prince. Set to the beloved music of Tchaikovsky and featuring new choreography by incoming Artistic Director Joshua Trader, we invite you to spread the joy, share the magic, create an annual tradition and make memories to cherish for years to come.

Performances:
Friday, Dec 15th at 7:00pm
Saturday, Dec. 16th at 2:00pm & 7:00pm
Sunday, Dec. 17th at 2:00pm

Tickets:
$30 General
$28 Senior
$25 Youth 12 and under

For more information:
Santa Rosa Dance Theater
(707) 539-0516

Location:
Spreckels Performing Arts Center
Codding Theater
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
(707) 588-3400
www.spreckelsonline.com

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Aladdin Benefit Concert
6th Street Playhouse
Monday, December 11th, 2017

Fourteen performers will take the stage singing their favorite tunes from Broadway and beyond.

Confirmed talent so far includes:
Jonathan Weir (Jafar), with credits including Broadway: Disney’s The Lion King (Scar/Pumba), Reggie De Leon (Iago) with credits including Broadway: Aladdin, and Mike Longo (Kassim) with credits including Broadway: Beautiful: The Carole King Musical & National Tours: Kinky Boots (Harry).

Your ticket includes:
A spectacular performance on the GK Hardt stage
Complimentary dessert served during intermission
Moderated discussion with the cast in the theatre
Champagne reception in the lobby after the show
Chance to win a special raffle, which includes an Aladdin poster signed by the entire cast, two tickets to the touring show and other goodies.

Funds raised from this event will go toward mitigating the significant loss of revenue from cancelled shows, performances, educational programs and light attendance resulting from the October fires.

Tickets:
All seats $55 – Reserved
http://boxoffice.printtixusa.com/6thstreet/calendar?i=34008

Location:
G.K. Hardt Theatre
6th Street Playhouse
52 W. 6th Street
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 523-4185

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Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge
6th Street Playhouse
December 8th – 23rd, 2017

In this new version of A Christmas Carol, Scrooge’s tale of redemption and transformation is turned completely on its head. Mrs. Bob Cratchit, a previously minor character in the famous Dickens tale, takes center stage this year! No longer loving and long suffering, Mrs. Bob is in a rage: She’s sick of the goody-goody crippled Tiny Tim, she hates her twenty other children, and she wants to get drunk and jump off London Bridge! To make matters worse, the Ghost of Christmas Past’s magic is malfunctioning, and not only do she and Scrooge keep ending up in the present at the Cratchit’s pathetic dwelling on Christmas Eve, but somehow the plots of Oliver Twist, The Gift of the Magi, and It’s a Wonderful Life all get caught up in the snow flurry of Holiday hilarity.

By Christopher Durang
Directed by Jared Sakren
Music Direction by Tina Lloyd Meals
Choreography by Tony Gianchetta

Tickets:
Friday & Saturday at 7:30 pm, Sunday at 2:00 pm
$28 General
$25 Senior (62+)
$18 Under 30

Thursday at 7:30, Saturday at 2:00 pm
$25 General
$22 Senior (62+)
$18 Under 30

Location:
Studio Theater
6th Street Playhouse
52 W. 6th Street
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
(707) 523-4185

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Sing-Along Messiah
Sebastopol United Methodist Church
Saturday, December 9th, 2017 @ 1:30 pm

Join four professional soloists and chamber orchestra all led by conductor John Maas to sing Handel’s Messiah. Now in its 23rd season, the Sing-A-Long Messiah is a great way for you to celebrate the beginning of the holiday Season with your entire family. So bring the kids, the grandparents and have a wonderful afternoon.

Tickets:
$6 Individual
$15 Family

Location:
Sebastopol United Methodist Church
500 S. Main Street
Sebastopol, CA 95472
(707) 823-7971

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The gonifs
Congregation Ner Shalom
Saturday, December 9th, 2017 @ 8:00 pm

Jeanette Lewicki and the gonifs (they insist on not capitalizing their name) kick off the Chanukah season with a rousing concert of Klezmer Music. Originating as a street band bringing klezmer to peace marches and freedom rallies, the gonifs bring traditional Jewish folk music with a twist to concert halls all over the Bay Area and beyond. Vocalist Jeanette Lewicki leads with Sheldon Brown, clarinet, and Richard Saunders, bass.

Tickets:
$30 VIP Admission
$20 General

Location:
Congregation Ner Shalom
85 La Plaza
Cotati, CA 94931
(707) 664-8622

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Peace and Justice Center Sonoma County
Annual Awards Celebration Fundraiser and Dance Party
Saturday, December 9th, 2017 @ 6:00 pm

2017 Awardees:

• Peace & Justice Award: Alicia Roman

• Russ & Mary Jorgensen Courage of Commitment: Ana Salgado

• Unsung Hero Award: YES on Measure C, Rent Control Campaign

• Community Organization Award: Indivisible Groups in Sonoma County

DJ dance after the awards.
KBBF’s DJ Broken Record will spin dance music.

Food and drinks available – no alcohol
Open to all ages
Wheelchair accessible

Tickets:
$15 General
$25 Two (2) General admissions
peaceandjusticeawards2017.brownpapertickets.com

Location:
Roseland Village Neighborhood Center
779 Sebastopol Rd
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 595-3044

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Kinsey Sicks: Things You Shouldn’t Say
Congregation Ner Shalom
Sunday, December 3rd, 2017 @ 7:30 pm

Named one of the top ten shows at the 2017 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, and profiled in the October 16, 2017 New Yorker Magazine.

This is the remarkable true story of four friends from San Francisco who had a life-changing epiphany at a Bette Midler concert that led to them to form The Kinsey Sicks in an effort to find joy during the darkest days of the AIDS crisis. Now that the era of Trumpism is upon us, they’re sharing their hilarious, inspiring and at times heartbreaking tale, showing that hatred and deceit can be fought with humor and heart.

Critics have described the show as “powerful,” “provocative,” “delicious,” “subversive,” “hilarious,” “stirring,” “exquisite,” “electric,” “outrageous,” “heartbreaking,” “brave,” “mesmerizing,” “flawless,” “superb,” “incredibly moving,” ”inventively diabolical,” “riotously funny,” “vitally significant,” and “an absolute must watch.” (For more fabulous reviews, go here.)

So come join America’s Favorite Dragapella® Beautyshop Quartet as they lead us all in resisting these new dark times with laughter, integrity, and heroically high hair in an unforgettable new musical exploring Trumpism, racism, AIDS, extreme macramé, oblong vegetables and, of course, Bette Midler.

(And of course, telling some of Reb Irwin’s previously best kept secrets.)

Note: This show is overflowing with adult content. Discretion advised, in the absence of any at all from the Kinsey Sicks.

Tickets:
$30 General
https://shalomevents.ticketleap.com/kinseysicks2017/

Location:
Congregation Ner Shalom
85 La Plaza
Cotati, CA 94931
(707) 664-8622

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