Get ready for an unforgettable holiday season at the McCallum Theatre, where a series of captivating performances await. From Broadway hits to soulful harmonies and cultural celebrations, this year's lineup promises music and magic that will light up your heart. Whether you are a fan of rock & roll, classical symphonies, or festive carols, there's something for everyone. Dive into the stories behind these events and discover the artists who are bringing their unique talents to Palm Desert, creating moments that will be cherished forever.

A Holiday Extravaganza with McCallum Theatre: Music, Magic, and Memories

The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, CA is set to host an extraordinary series of events showcasing an eclectic mix of musical performances, legendary artists, and captivating experiences. From Rod Stewart tributes to the timeless classics of the Great American Songbook, and from the soulful tunes of Judy Collins to the orchestral grandeur of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, each event promises to be a unique celebration of versatile artistry and talent. Join us as we delve into the highlights of this remarkable line-up and discover what makes each performance a must-see.

Experience the Unforgettable: A Spectacular Line-up at McCallum Theatre

The McCallum Theatre is set to host an extraordinary series of events this February, featuring an impressive lineup of artists spanning various genres. From the enchanting sounds of the San Diego Symphony to the vibrant rhythms of New Orleans jazz, and the timeless classics of Steve Tyrell, each event promises to deliver a unique cultural experience. With performances ranging from classical symphonies to dynamic drum ensembles, the McCallum Theatre is the place to be this February for aficionados and newcomers alike.

A Symphony of Events: McCallum Theatre's February Lineup

March 2025 is set to be a month of inspiring performances at McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, CA. From the eclectic sounds of Lyle Lovett to the iconic rhythms of The Temptations, audiences will be treated to a diverse lineup of concerts, musicals, and dance shows. The theatre will host ten events, featuring the talents of legendary folk groups, breathtaking performances by Ballet Hispánico, and a humorous take on classical music. Prepare for an unforgettable month that promises to entertain, educate, and engage attendees from all walks of life.

March 2025 at McCallum Theatre: A Celebration of Music, Dance, and Culture

This April, McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, CA, promises a month of musical brilliance with a lineup of events that will captivate any music enthusiast. From the jazz trumpets of Chris Botti and the soulful strings of Yo-Yo Ma to the powerful vocals of Brian Stokes Mitchell and Linda Eder, each performance offers a unique auditory experience. Additionally, tribute bands and musicals like Tusk and Tina – The Tina Turner Musical ensure that both nostalgia and innovation find their place in this vibrant artistic bouquet.

Music in Palm Desert: A Spectacular April at McCallum Theatre

An uplifting comeback story like no other, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical is the inspiring journey of a woman who broke barriers and became the Queen of Rock n’ Roll.  Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her most beloved hits, this electrifying sensation will send you soaring to the rafters. One of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, Tina Turner won 12 GRAMMY Awards, and her live shows were seen by millions, with more concert tickets sold than any other solo performer in music history. Featuring her much loved songs, Tina – The Tina Turner Musical is written by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Katori Hall.

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Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as the #1 ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band.  Not only do they sound eerily like Christine, John, Lindsey and Stevie, but they capture their physical traits, chemistry and synergy. You will be amazed while they play all your favorites with The Desert Symphony.

Tusk

Internationally recognized as The World’s Greatest Live Tribute Show, Legends in Concert dazzles the young, old, and in-between with fun filled entertainment the whole family will enjoy! At Legends of Country, you’ll thrill to tributes to country legends Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Reba McEntire, and Kenny Rogers as they rock the house. Each legendary performer not only looks like the star they portray, but use their own natural voices to pay homage to their iconic music counterpart. 

Legends of Country

Showcasing one of the greatest voices of our time, Linda Eder’s diverse repertoire spans Broadway, Standards, Pop, Country, and Jazz. When she performs “live” in concert, it is amazing to experience the ease with which she moves back and forth from one genre to another as if she were gifted with the vocal ability to perform each genre as well as all the others. Born in Tucson, Arizona and raised in Brainerd, Minnesota, Eder began her career right out of high school singing all around her home state, and she eventually landed a gig at Harrah’s Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. But it was her appearance on the 1987 season of “Star Search,” during which she won for an unprecedented 12 straight weeks, which attracted the attention of audiences and record companies alike. Eder launched her recording career in 1991 with her self-titled debut album and soon established a vital niche as America’s most popular and acclaimed new interpreter of Pop, Standard and Theatrical genres. She released two more solo albums before starring in the Broadway production of JEKYLL & HYDE beginning on April 28, 1997. As the tragic character “Lucy” in this new musical, Eder blew the roof off New York City’s Plymouth Theatre eight times a week as she belted out her signature songs “Someone Like You” and “A New Life.” Her Broadway debut, for which she was rewarded with a Drama Desk nomination, sent her already rapidly rising star blazing across the sky securing her a spot as one of America’s most beloved singers and dynamic “live” performers.

Linda Eder

Dubbed “the last leading man” by The New York Times, two-time Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell has enjoyed a career that spans Broadway, television, film, and concert appearances with the country’s finest conductors and orchestras. An extremely versatile and in-demand singer, Stokes has performed at venues spanning jazz, opera, pops, country, and musical theater worlds.

Brian Stokes Mitchell

This special performance from Yo-Yo Ma pairs repertoire from the center of his musical firmament with reflections on how it has shaped his thinking about art, human nature, and our search for meaning. Together, the cellist’s music and words ask us to consider what music is for, and how it can guide us on a path towards hope.

An Evening With Yo-Yo Ma

A perennial McCallum favorite, GRAMMY Award-winning jazz trumpeter Chris Botti returns with his uniquely expressive sound and soaring musical imagination. Since the release of his critically acclaimed 2004 CD, When I Fall in Love, Chris Botti has become the largest-selling American instrumental artist. Performing worldwide and selling more than four million albums, he has found a form of creative expression that begins in jazz and expands beyond the limits of any genre. With his music, he has established himself as one of the important innovative figures of the contemporary music world.

Chris Botti

Once a year, Australia’s most famous reef turns into a snow globe, as millions of coral polyps reproduce to send the next generation afloat. However, this incredible display disguises a harsh truth: The Great Barrier Reef is under attack. More than half of the coral there has died in our lifetimes, with climate change bleaching much of this vast natural landscape. But don’t give up hope! There is still plenty to see and plenty to save in this reef and others around the globe. Discover thousands of species that live in these underwater jungles with marine biologist Dr. Erika Woolsey and find out how scientists and citizens are fighting to protect reefs of the world.

Diving The Great Barrier Reef

Divorced, beheaded, died, divorced, beheaded, survived. From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a euphoric celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over! SIX is the winner of 23 awards, including the 2022 Tony Award® for Best Original Score (Music and Lyrics) and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best Musical. The New York Times says SIX “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critics’ Pick) and The Washington Post hails SIX as “exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!” The SIX: Live On Opening Night Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed 6 Million streams in its first month.

SIX The Musical

Milt Larsen and Terry Hill present the popular It’s Magic! A dazzling all new revue featuring award-winning magicians, It’s Magic! features the finest stars of magic, comedy, sleight of hand, and stage illusions. The Los Angeles Times calls It’s Magic! “…a must for magic buffs of all ages!”

The 69th Edition of It’s Magic!

The Israel Philharmonic and Lahav Shani return to the desert to present this incredible program featuring two symphonies by two beloved composers. Mendelssohn composed the Scottish Symphony after an extensive tour of Scotland with his friend Karl Klingemann. Upon viewing the ruins of Queen Mary’s castle, he wrote, “I think I have found there the beginning of my ‘Scottish’ Symphony.” Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 came on the heels of an intense bout of depression, and its journey to a triumphant finale is an excellent example of the symphonic trajectory per aspera ad astra, “through struggle to the stars.”

Israel Philharmonic

Before he was an Emmy-winning TV star, Mandy Patinkin was already a Tony-winning Broadway legend. Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Being Alive, presents the acclaimed actor/singer/storyteller in his most electrifying role: concert performer. “Mandy Patinkin is in the business of showstopping,” raves The New Yorker, and that’s exactly what he does in this powerful, passionate evening of song. Being Alive is a collection of many of Mandy’s favorite Broadway and classic American tunes. From Irving Berlin to Stephen Sondheim, from Cole Porter to Harry Chapin, Mandy Patinkin takes you on a dazzling musical journey you’ll never forget.

Mandy Patinkin in Concert

Home Again is a true celebration of Carole King’s anthology and captures the Beautiful spirit of a unique time in music history; a true tribute to the multi-award-winning singer-songwriter. Deb De Lucca, joined by her band along with The Desert Symphony takes you on a journey through Carole’s impressive and expansive repertoire, not just the songs she made famous but the songs she wrote for such artists as The Shirelles, The Carpenters, the Monkees, and many more!

Home Again

Material Girls is a high-energy musical production backed by studio musicians that recreate the ladies that topped the pop charts with number one hit songs by Adele, Lady Gaga, Madonna and Cher.

Material Girls

Ballet Hispánico is the nation’s renowned Latino dance organization and one of America’s Cultural Treasures. For 50 years, Ballet Hispánico has been bringing communities together to celebrate and explore Latino cultures through innovative dance performances, transformative dance training, and enduring community engagement experiences.

Ballet Hispánico

Classical music that is funny? Who knew? Jeffrey Siegel does, and he will share stories and music that, while it may not have you laughing in the aisles, will certainly give you a smile. Hear high-spirited and witty works by Chopin, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Debussy.

Humor in Music

Famed vocal impressionist Bob Anderson is once more summoning legends who played the Las Vegas Strip in its golden era of showroom and lounge entertainment. Anderson will share tales and sing the songs of such enduring figures as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Tom Jones, Ray Charles, Andy Williams, and many more.

Bob Anderson

Velocity Irish Dance, the next generation in Irish tap, is an expressive, fast-paced, and edgy performance driven by passion and pride. Led by five-time World Champion Irish dancer, David Geaney and Guinness World Record Holder, Tyler Schwartz, and joined on stage by a motley crew of mind-blowing musicians and world-class dancers, it’s nothing like you’ve ever seen before! Created by David Geaney and World Record Holder for the fastest feet in the world, James Devine, these illustrious hoofers come together in an intimate, no-nonsense jam session of impossible scuffles and shuffles. A multimedia show for all ages that earnestly traces its evolution while toying with tradition, Velocity is a high-octane celebration of the past, present, and future of Irish dance.

Velocity Irish Dance

Beloved pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet returns to the desert for the first time since 2018 with the Pacific Symphony  and Carl St.Clair. This program features Camille Saint-Saëns’ final and most exotic piano concerto, his Piano Concerto No. 5, which he composed while staying in the temple town of Luxor, Egypt. Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 was regarded by Beethoven himself as one of his best works, and its timeless dance rhythms and melodies have helped this symphony secure its place as a favorite to many listeners.

Pacific Symphony

Fans of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio can re-discover their timeless music all over again. All three current members — Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton and Buddy Wooward — have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group. They’ll perform such timeless classics “Where Have All the Flowers Gone?” and “Tom Dooley.” The Limeliters were one of the leading folk music groups in the 1960s. Known for songs like “A Dollar Down,” “Lonesome Traveler,” and “Wabash Cannonball,” their biggest success was the jingle “Things Go Better with Coke” for Coca-Cola.

The Kingston Trio | The Limeliters

Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations is the electrifying smash-hit Broadway musical that follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

Nominated for 12 Tony® Awards and the winner of the 2019 Tony Award for Best Choreography, it’s a thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal during a decade of civil unrest in America. Set to the beat of the group’s treasured hits, including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” Ain’t Too Proud tells the unforgettable story of the legendary quintet that Billboard Magazine named the greatest R&B group of all time.

Ain’t Too Proud

The Doo Wop Project, the dynamic, rave-reviewed celebration of a beloved music genre, has a brand new “DOO!” Starring the 5 engaging, charismatic, and dashing Broadway stars from smash hits like Jersey Boys, A Bronx Tale, Beautiful, and Motown: The Musical with their all-star band, this exciting new show features fresh renditions of classic Doo Wop hits like “16 Candles” and “In the Still of the Night,” as well as “doo-wopified” versions of contemporary hits like Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep” and Garth Brooks’ “Friends in Low Places.” Of course, they’ll keep some fan favorites in the new show – memorable numbers like “Remember When” and “That’s My Desire”. If you’ve seen The Doo Wop Project before, you are in for a all-new treat. If you haven’t seen them yet, you’ll be treated to a fantastic evening of the greatest music in American pop and rock history­ — from the classic sound of five guys singing harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today


The Doo Wop Project

With its satirical wit, observant eye, and huge affection for its characters, E M Forster’s novel is a romantic comedy with emotional intelligence (a-turn-of-the-century When Harry Met Sally) set in sunlit Italy and rural England. By turns funny and moving, romantic and satirical, Kate McAll’s new original adaptation is a work of optimism about the enduring power of love. This production will feature beautiful video of Italian and French art, English and Italian countrysides, and celebrities cast in special cameos, creating a multimedia experience that will put the audience in the middle of the story. It’s the perfect antidote to our times, and the perfect occasion for a romantic night out.

A Room With A View

A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. Whether touring as a ‘Duo’ or with his ‘Acoustic Group’ or his ‘Large Band,’ Lovett’s live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend’s deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music. Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music’s most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, he was given the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas State Musician. His works, rich and eclectic, are some of the most beloved of any artist working today.

Lyle Lovett

Michael Feinstein brings to life big band celebrations and the Tony Bennett legacy. Supported by the Carnegie Hall Big Band, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Tony Bennett, bringing his iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound

Michael Feinstein

The Tenors are an international vocal group made up of four incredible musicians. For nearly two decades, they have been thrilling millions of fans around the world with their powerful songs, outstanding harmonies, and undeniable charm. Performing symphony shows and concert tours, their distinct sound reimagines iconic hits and blends classical music, contemporary pop, classic rock, folk, and inspired, self-penned original songs.

The Tenors

Now performed in over 50 countries, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is a critically acclaimed concert style theatre show about two young boys from Queens, New York who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo of all time. Using state-of-the-art video projection, incredible lighting, and a full live band The Simon & Garfunkel Story is a moving and powerful concert featuring all the hits such as “Mrs. Robinson,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound,” “Scarborough Fair,” “The Boxer,” “The Sound of Silence,” and many more. This is a show not to be missed!

The Simon and Garfunkel Story

Rhythm India takes you on the journey of dance and celebration through Bollywood & Beyond. Experience the vibrant costumes, dynamic music, and soulful rhythms of the “ghungroo” dancing bells from the echoing heartbeats of royal palaces and sacred temples, to the swaying voices of desert villages and modern stages. Created by World Choreography Award nominee & Telly Award-winning director and choreographer, Joya Kazi, Rhythm India features the company dancers of Joya Kazi Unlimited as seen on screens from Bollywood to Hollywood.

Rhythm India: Bollywood & Beyond

Formed in 2007 by Norwegian trumpeter Tine Thing Helseth as a fun and exciting collaboration between musical friends, the ten-piece, all-female tenThing Brass Ensemble have firmly established themselves on the international scene to great acclaim. tenThing are celebrated for their commitment to outreach and access to music through a diverse repertoire that spans Mozart to Weill, Grieg to Bernstein, and Lully to Bartok.

tenThing Brass Ensemble

Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by The Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look – from the point of view of both the parents and young people – at our complex, interconnected, and social media-filled lives

Dear Evan Hansen

The sun rises on turn-of-the-century Nagasaki, where dashing American naval officer Pinkerton has chosen delicate Cio-Cio-san to be his bride. A naïve young geisha on the verge of womanhood, the clearly smitten and fiercely loyal “Butterfly” dismisses warnings of the lieutenant’s ulterior motives. When betrayal inevitably strikes, and Butterfly must endure both shame and sorrow, she decides to take destiny into her own hands – leading to one of the most devastating and legendary final scenes in all of opera.

Madama Butterfly

Making his debut with the PS Phil, Sir Antonio Pappano leads the London Symphony through this thrilling concert featuring Mahler’s expansive Titan Symphony. In another PS Phil debut, Janine Jansen brings Mendelssohn’s cherished violin concerto to life. This program also features the rarely heard Sinfonia No. 5, Visions by George Walker, composed in 2016 in response to the 2015 shooting at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, SC.

London Symphony Orchestra

Twyla Tharp celebrates her 60th anniversary with a coast-to-coast tour featuring her Olivier-nominated Diabelli Variations, set to Beethoven’s masterpiece of the same name, and a new dance to a reimagining of Philip Glass’s iconic Águas da Amazônia, arranged by Third Coast Percussion. Showcasing Tharp’s uncanny and witty use of music to create work of startling originality and beauty, the two dances once again ensure Tharp’s place as one of the great artists of our time.

Twyla Tharp Dance

Dr. Heather Lynch is a quantitative ecologist, dedicated to understanding the population dynamics of Antarctic wildlife, with a particular focus on Antarctic penguins. She has more than a decade of field experience on the continent. In June 2023, Heather was selected as the sole plenary speaker at the International Science Council to discuss the science of Antarctica.

Penguins of Antarctica

Who was Franz Schubert and why is his music so darn beautiful? Jeffrey Siegel explains all while performing enchanting Waltzes, dreamy Impromptus, and the charming Sonata, Opus 120.

Keyboard Conversations® were inspired by Leonard Bernstein’s celebrated programs that made the joy of music accessible to audiences of all ages. To that format, Jeffrey Siegel has added his own unique blend of extraordinary musicianship, warm personality, vast knowledge, and engaging humor.

Schubert: Subtle and Sublime

George Gershwin Alone tells the story of America’s great composer, who with the groundbreaking “Rhapsody in Blue,” made “a lady out of jazz.” The show incorporates the composer’s best-known songs from “The Man I Love” and “Someone to Watch Over Me,” through the hits of An American In Paris and Porgy and Bess, to a complete performance of “Rhapsody in Blue.” Mr. Felder brings to life the spirit and talent of the legendary composer and pianist for the first time in history, leading the audience through the fascinating rhythms of Gershwin’s legendary songbook and his tragically short life.

George Gershwin Alone

The stars who made Palm Springs the Capitol of Cool are portrayed in classic style by the best tribute artists in the business. This edition of Palm Springs Legends features Sebastian Anzaldo as Frank Sinatra, Suzanne Goulet as Liza Minnelli, Lambus Dean as Sammy Davis Jr., Michael Walter as Don Rickles, Rachel Cyprus as Ann-Margret, Scot Bruce as Elvis, Bill Johnson as Bob Hope, and Paul Boland as Bing Crosby.

Palm Springs Legends

GRAMMY®-winning violinist Joshua Bell and vocalist Larisa Martínez present Voice and the Violin, exploring repertoire from classical art song and opera to musical theatre and selections by Puerto Rican and Spanish composers, and featuring Peter Dugan on piano.

Voice and the Violin

Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese drum, the taiko, Kodo is forging new directions for a vibrant living art-form. In Japanese the word “Kodo” conveys two meanings; it means “heartbeat,” the primal source of all rhythm, or read in a diﬀerent way, it can mean “children of the drum,” a reﬂection of Kodo’s desire to play the drums simply, with the heart of a child. Since the group’s debut at the Berlin Festival in 1981, Kodo has given over 3700 performances on ﬁve continents.

Kodo

Following last season’s spectacular debut of the McCallum Theatre Orchestra, GRAMMY Award-winning Maestro Richard Kaufman returns to conduct music from Oscar-nominated and Oscar-winning films. You’ll hear music from Out of Africa, The Godfather, Dr. Zhivago, The Natural, Star Trek, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Magnificent Seven and many more – plus a tribute to the 100th Birthday Year of Henry Mancini. Experience Hollywood’s finest musicians performing the most iconic music from the movies. Featuring Whitney Claire Kaufman, vocalist.

A Night on the Red C

GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Steve Tyrell returns to the McCallum Theatre after a three-year absence. Known for his rich voice and unique phrasings, Steve Tyrell reinvented and re-popularized classic pop standards for a modern audience. “Steve Tyrell has one of the most gratifying Cinderella stories in present day popular music. Nine albums later, Tyrell is one of the main contemporary purveyors of standards on the pop landscape.”  – Los Angeles Times

Steve Tyrell

Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents brings the soul of New Orleans and the spirit of Mardi Gras to this amazing evening, celebrating the composers and inspired songs of the Crescent City, the historic epicenter of jazz. From Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to Ellis Marsalis and James Black, New Orleans has long been an apex of innovation and inspiration. With world-class musicians and infectious energy, New Orleans Songbook immerses audiences in the captivating and timeless spirit of this vibrant city.

New Orleans Songbook

The San Diego Symphony returns with Rafael Payare guiding the orchestra through this powerful concert featuring a new composition by Billy Childs in its world-premiere week of performances by the San Diego Symphony. Russian wunderkind Alexander Malofeev, who at thirteen years old won first prize at the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians, brings Prokofiev’s delightfully macabre Piano Concerto No. 3 to life. Beethoven’s groundbreaking Eroica Symphony, which forever changed the trajectory of symphonic music, closes out this concert.

San Diego Symphony

The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.” The Washington Post says, “It is the kind of evening that restores your faith in musicals.” And Entertainment Weekly says, “Grade A: the funniest musical of all time.” Jimmy Fallon of The Tonight Show calls it “Genius. Brilliant. Phenomenal.” It’s The Book Of Mormon, the nine-time Tony Award® winning Best Musical. This outrageous musical comedy follows the adventures of a mismatched pair of missionaries, sent halfway across the world to spread the Good Word. With standing room only productions in London, on Broadway, and across North America, The Book Of Mormon has truly become an international sensation. Contains explicit language. For more information, visit TheBookOfMormonTour.com.

The Book of Mormon

Rick Thomas takes you on a journey never to be forgotten…a journey within his Mansion of Dreams! People of all ages will experience amazing and magical things as they witness the beauty and mysteries behind the Mansion’s magnificent walls. Contained within the production are the most intriguing, innovative and mind-blowing grand illusions in the world. Rick Thomas is one of today’s greatest and most successful illusionists. He has completed five world tours covering over 50 countries, from sold out performances at Caesars Colosseum, headlining the Sydney Opera House in Australia, starring in Las Vegas for 15 straight years, and astonishing audiences on Broadway! Rick Thomas continues to entertain millions of people across the world.

Illusionist Rick Thomas – Mansion of Dreams

Be prepared to laugh as Rita Rudner returns (in a very mild way) to the McCallum. The nine-time Las Vegas Comedian of the Year has the longest running solo comedy show in the history of Las Vegas with over 14 years on the Strip. Known for her thought-provoking one-liners and her observations on everyday life, Rudner keeps it real talking about the things that amuse her.

Rita Rudner

Sixteen-time GRAMMY Award®–winning musician, composer, and producer David Foster joins forces with acclaimed singer and television/Broadway star Katharine McPhee to bring their show on the road. This intimate show with the powerhouse duo will be packed with Foster’s hits, featuring music from artists including Chicago, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Josh Groban, and Michael Bublé, and McPhee’s biggest songs from American Idol, Smash, and Waitress – plus some of their personal favorites!

David Foster & Katharine McPhee

Canadian guitar sensation Jesse Cook returns to the McCallum stage. “I want to take people to places they haven’t been.” The JUNO-winning master guitarist, known for his intoxicating fusion of world music, has travelled the globe looking for sounds that resonate with him. “I like finding common ground for different music traditions, a space where music from around the world can come together,” Cook explains, “a place where modern sounds can mix with ancient timbres.”

Jesse Cook

As one of the UK’s greatest musical exports, multi-award-winning Katherine Jenkins has performed all over the world, for the Pope, for Presidents, and is a favorite of the Royal Family, having been invited to sing ‘God Save The Queen’ at Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee, perform at Her Majesty’s Coronation Concerts at Buckingham Palace, and by special request at Her Majesty’s 90th birthday celebration at Windsor Castle. She has embarked upon numerous sold-out tours and duetted with such stars as Andrea Bocelli, José Carreras, Dame Kiri Te Kanawa, Bryn Terfel, Rolando Villazon, and Il Divo, among others.

Katherine Jenkins

World-renowned Swiss conductor Philippe Jordan, music director of the Vienna Staatsoper, conducts this concert in his debut with the Friends of Philharmonic. A favorite among our audience and worldwide, pianist Yefim Bronfman returns to the desert to perform one of Beethoven’s most beloved concertos, the Emperor Concerto. Tchaikovsky’s autobiographical Patétique, which the composer himself considered his greatest work, will lead the audience on a profound emotional journey.

Los Angeles Philharmonic

Babak Tafreshi’s life-long interest in astronomy began when he first saw the moon through a telescope as a child in Tehran, Iran. He studied physics but now merges art and science in visual stories. With a passion to explore the night sky, he has photographed breathtaking night scenes on every continent.

Earth After Dark

To celebrate the 80th birthday of one of the best-known musical artists of Brazil, singer/songwriter Ivan Lins, L.A.’s 40-piece Pacific Jazz Orchestra, under the direction of Chris Walden, is presenting a tribute concert featuring guest artists Lee Ritenour, Jane Monheit, and Ivan Lins himself, as well as performances by a few surprise guests.

Pacific Jazz Orchestra

One of the most successful singer/songwriters in music, with over 100 million albums sold, Paul Anka has the distinction of being the only artist in history to have a song on the Billboard charts during seven consecutive decades. This concert features his instantly recognizable hits from the last seven decades including “Put Your Head on My Shoulder,” “Diana,” “My Way,” “Puppy Love,” and “Lonely Boy,” among many others. Paul Anka is a force of nature and a consummate showman, commanding every audience and playing to standing ovations around the world backed by his all-star band!

Paul Anka

Judy Collins has thrilled audiences worldwide with her unique blend of interpretative folksongs and contemporary themes. Her impressive career has spanned more than 40 years. She is noted for her rendition of Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now,” which has been entered into the GRAMMY’s Hall of Fame, among many other accomplishments. “Ms. Collins’ ethereal, vibratoless soprano…evokes a shaft of moonlight on a clear night providing silver-blue illumination.  In such enchanted light, the spirits come out to dance.” – The New York Times

Judy Collins

Join Burton Cummings, the unmistakable voice of the The Guess Who’s classic hits (1966-1975), for a journey through those songs and music from his solo career! Few artists have achieved the level of public success and critical acclaim that Burton Cummings enjoys in a career spanning more than sixty years. Burton’s voice has been rated among the finest in rock music.   As lead singer and songwriter with the original The Guess Who, Burton recorded and wrote/co-wrote hits such as “These Eyes,” “Laughing,” “No Time,” “American Woman,” “Share the Land,” “Hand Me Down World,” “Albert Flasher”, “Star Baby”, “Clap for The Wolfman,” and “No Sugar Tonight/New Mother Nature”. As a solo artist, he leaves his mark with the poignant “Stand Tall,” “I’m Scared,” “You Saved My Soul,” and his signature “My Own Way to Rock”. With the original The Guess Who, he earned recognition for the first U.S. platinum album by a Canadian artist and, as a solo artist, the first quadruple platinum Canadian-produced album. Burton is honored to have received, in total, 80 platinum and gold record awards. Recently, the best-selling book The 100 Top Canadian Singles ranked “American Woman” the greatest Canadian single of all time. As the voice of the classic Guess Who’s hits before the band broke up in 1975, to then go on and make his mark as a solo artist, Burton Cummings remains at the top of his game as an unrivaled singer, songwriter, showman, and recording artist.  Described as Canadian rock ‘n’ roll royalty, a national treasure, and a living legend, for Burton Cummings there has always been one constant: he remains true to himself and his own way to rock…and continuing to perform the songs the way they were originally conceived by the artist who sang and wrote/co-wrote them.

Burton Cummings of the Original The Guess Who

How does Mozart write a set of humorous variations on the melody “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star?” How does Beethoven write stirring variations on
“God Save the King?” How can Haydn write joyous music and music of great pathos for the same instrument? Praised by The Washington Post for his “pianistic eloquence with a special gift for commentary,” Jeffrey Siegel will present a program of masterpieces by Mozart, as well as magnificent music by composers who influenced him, such as Joseph Haydn, and by those Mozart influenced, including Beethoven.

Mozart & Friends

Charo is a multi-talented singer, musician, comedian, and stage and screen performer known for her high-energy live concerts and award-winning Flamenco guitar playing. Charo has recently wowed over 17,000 at The Hollywood Bowl and continues to sell out her concerts around the world. Comedian and musician Gary Mule Deer has performed on every major concert stage in the U.S. He has made over 350 television appearances, including many on both The Tonight Show and The Late Show with David Letterman. His unique blend of comedy and music has set him apart as a one-of-a-kind performer

Charo

Guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli has been hailed by The Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz.” Established as one of the prime contemporary interpreters of the Great American Songbook, Pizzarelli has expanded that repertoire by including the music of Paul McCartney, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, Tom Waits, Antônio Carlos Jobim and the Beatles.

John Pizzarelli Trio

Singer Rob Caudill is a dead-on Rod Stewart performer with the look, the voice and the moves. He has performed all over the world, mesmerizing crowds with his amazing vocals and high energy portrayal of Rod Stewart. Rob Caudill, along with legendary drummer Carmine Appice, and Rod Stewart’s former sax player Katja Rieckermann, lead an incredibly talented live tribute band that accurately recreates the sound, excitement, and fun of a Rod Stewart Concert!

Tonight’s The Night

Dave Koz and Friends announce the 27th anniversary edition of the longest-running jazz-based Christmas tour. Beginning the next era of this rich musical tradition, Koz and Friends will perform fresh renditions of timeless Christmas classics – as well as a Chanukah medley – and hits from their respective catalogues. The tour reunites Koz with long-time musical partner, guitarist/singer Jonathan Butler and will feature special guests, saxophonist Vincent Ingala, guitarist Adam Hawley and vocalist Rebecca Jade.

Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2024

Celtic music kings The Irish Tenors burst upon the scene in 1998, have amassed ten best-selling CDs, and receive standing ovations wherever they perform. One of the biggest money makers in PBS history, The Irish Tenors rekindled the love of all things Irish in America and opened the door for countless Irish music groups to hit the U.S. Often imitated but never duplicated, The Irish Tenors are the real deal and have stood the test of time. Audiences of all ages love The Irish Tenors, and you will too!

The Irish Tenors

A Night with Matteo marks the much-anticipated return of Matteo Bocelli to the McCallum!  At just 26 years old, the singer/songwriter has already performed on some of the world’s biggest stages and tasted musical stardom—sharing his sensitive songs and dynamic vocal performances with listeners around the globe. His debut live performance at age 18 was at Rome’s Colosseum, and in 2018 he and his father released “Fall on Me,” a stirring duet about the relationship between parent and child, which has amassed over 400 million global streams to date. Matteo grew up listening to opera and classical music as well as “the great voices” like Whitney Houston and Frank Sinatra. But in his adolescence, he began broadening his musical horizons to include modern pop. As the son and sometimes collaborator of renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli, he’s been instilled with a lifelong musical education and an endlessly curious nature, which are on full display on his debut solo album Matteo, a bold step into his own spotlight.

Matteo Bocelli

The beloved family tradition is back: Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet. Gather your loved ones for the warm-glow-nostalgia of America’s favorite Christmas celebration. Experience the extraordinary international cast and Ukrainian principal artists performing at the peak of classical European Ballet. Be transported by the magic of jaw-dropping acrobatics, larger-than-life puppets, and stunning hand-crafted sets and costumes. Don’t miss this chance to experience the wonder of Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet!

Nutcracker!

Celebrate the holiday season with a cappella sensation Voctave. These 11 incredible singers are internationally known for their amazing harmonies and will leave you feeling merry and bright as they perform holiday favorites from their chart-topping albums. Jazz Weekly raves, “Voctave bring a cappella music to a new dimension.”

Voctave

This program, just right for the Holidays, features much loved popular masterpieces by Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Liszt, and Gershwin. Plus, Jeffrey Siegel shares his delightful and entertaining commentary on the music and the composers we love.

Keyboard Conversations® were inspired by Leonard Bernstein’s celebrated programs that made the joy of music accessible to audiences of all ages. To that format, Jeffrey Siegel has added his own unique blend of extraordinary musicianship, warm personality, vast knowledge, and engaging humor.

A Few of My Favorite Things

After their impressive McCallum Theatre debut last season, The Maestro & The European Pop Orchestra return with “Pop Meets Classics,” plus beautiful music for the Holiday Season. Maestro Guido Dieteren, Soprano Wendy Kokkelkoren and the European Pop Orchestra prove that pop and classical blend harmoniously, guaranteeing a total experience full of romance, emotion, passion, and energy. Well-known melodies are redesigned and complemented by many self-composed works by Guido. This production has already performed for more than 2.8 million spectators live! If you love André Rieu, 2cellos, The Ten Tenors, or Andrea Bocelli, this is the ultimate concert experience for you!

The Maestro & The European Pop Orchestra

Get ready to immerse yourself in the magical spirit of the holidays as the ukulele virtuoso and beloved ambassador of aloha, Jake Shimabukuro, presents his highly anticipated seasonal extravaganza: Jake Shimabukuro, Holidays in Hawai’i! This festive show promises to be a sensational gift to music lovers worldwide, delivering an unforgettable experience filled with joy, warmth, and the infectious charm of the ukulele.

Jake Shimabukuro – Holidays in Hawaii

Celebrate the holidays with A Mariachi Christmas, featuring Mariachi Herencia de México. The Latin GRAMMY-nominated band performs Mexican and American Christmas favorites, including the group’s reimagined holiday hits “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” “Winter Wonderland,” and many more! Filled with music and holiday cheer, this colorful celebration of holiday traditions is perfect for the whole family.

Mariachi Herencia de México

Neil Berg returns with a thrilling new cast and an all new show consisting of stars from Broadway’s greatest rock musicals and incredible Rock & Roll singers backed by an all-star rock band, Neil Berg shares the often-unknown stories from the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world forever!

Neil Berg’s Fifty Years of Rock & Roll – Part 4

The Midtown Men, reuniting stars from the smash Broadway hit Jersey Boys, will ring in the Christmas season this year with their Holiday Hits show. This evening of songs and stories will feature iconic Yuletide classics such as “Winter Wonderland,” “Let It Snow,” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” as well as their signature renditions of the greatest rock and roll hits of the 1960s. The popular vocal group will treat their audiences to the songs of The Beatles, The Temptations, The Four Seasons, and more! Additionally, The Midtown Men will perform their holiday single, “All Alone on Christmas,” which they recorded with Stevie Van Zandt and members of Bruce Springsteen’s The E Street Band. Come celebrate “the most wonderful time of the year” with these seasoned Broadway veterans!

The Midtown Men

Get in the Holiday spirit with vocal sensation Human Nature as they perform a brand-new holiday show combining the best of both worlds: Christmas classics and Motown hits. Voted Las Vegas’ #1 vocal group and critically acclaimed worldwide, Human Nature performs Holiday classics from their The Christmas Album, including White Christmas, Please Come Home for Christmas, Sleigh Ride, Silent Night – O Holy Night, and Winter Wonderland, along with a selection of the Motown greatest hits for which Human Nature have become famous

Human Nature

Kick off the holiday season with an incredible night of music from four world-renowned artists! Home for the Holidays stars two-time GRAMMY Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Peabo Bryson, four-time GRAMMY Award nominee Oleta Adams, American Idol winner and GRAMMY Award nominee Ruben Studdard, and Double-Platinum recording artist Haley Reinhart. These artists have an astounding combined total of nine Platinum and Gold albums, 52 Billboard top 25 singles, and eight Billboard #1 singles.

Home for the Holidays 2024

This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships.

Come From Away

Throughout her illustrious career, Bernadette Peters has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage and television, in concert and on recordings. One of Broadway’s most critically acclaimed performers, Peters has won numerous accolades including three Tony Awards, a Golden Globe, two GRAMMY Awards, and three Emmy nominations, and she has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Bernadette Peters

Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present “Encanto: The Sing-Along Film Concert,” a cross-national tour where Encanto lovers of all ages have the opportunity to sing along with their favorite GRAMMY®-Award winning songs performed by the live band, “Banda de la Casita”, while watching the full film.

Encanto

It’s Saturday Night Fever every night with The Australian Bee Gees Show – A Tribute to the Bee Gees. One of the most successful and adored acts in musical history is recreated on the McCallum Theatre stage in a multi-media concert event. With their over 22 years of experience “Jive Talkin’,“ you will be danced, sang and swept away with hits like “You Should Be Dancing,” and “How Deep Is Your Love.”

The Australian Bee Gees Show

Rick Springfield and Richard Marx are bringing their Acoustic Tour to the McCallum.  The two artists, who met in 1988 and have remained close ever since, will be performing all their hits!  Springfield’s remarkable career spans over four decades, and he has sold 25 million albums and delivered 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including classics like “Jessie’s Girl” and “Don’t Talk to Strangers.” Beyond music, he’s made his mark as an accomplished actor in films like “Ricki and the Flash” and TV series like “Supernatural” and “American Horror Story.”  Marx has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to No. 8 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The album spawned four Top 5 singles, including “Hold on to the Nights” and “Don’t Mean Nothing.” His follow-up, 1989’s Repeat Offender, was even more successful, hitting No. 1 and going quadruple-platinum with two No. 1 singles, “Satisfied” and “Right Here Waiting.” He has since made history as the only male artist whose first seven singles reached the Top 5 on the Billboard charts.

Rick Springfield & Richard Marx

London’s The Kingdom Choir™ is best known for their show stopping performance at the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in 2018. The Kingdom Choir’s performance of Stand By Me, seen by a global audience of over two billion, instantly catapulted the The Kingdom Choir to worldwide fame. Founded in 1994 by award-winning conductor Karen Gibson, The Kingdom Choir draws from various traditions and is dedicated to creating a sound that reflects the community they share through their warm energy and enthusiastic performances.



The Kingdom Choir

Who can forget the incomparable music of the Carpenters? The popular brother/sister duo of the 70’s and early 80’s gave us some of the most unforgettable ballads and melodic pop songs of all time. Fronted by Debbie Taylor, her Karen Carpenter vocal resemblance is absolutely astonishing. Backed by their own 7-piece band, combined with The Desert Symphony, this night will be sure to have you singing in your seats.

Top of the World

This popular Festival is a dynamic live platform for dancemakers and dancers to showcase their work and powerfully engages audiences around dance in the Coachella Valley. Exciting original dances in various styles are performed by companies from across the nation with winners announced at the conclusion of each performance. Saturday evening includes a Lifetime Achievement presentation, while Sunday afternoon showcases local dancers participating in East Valley Dance Project. Celebrating dance as an art form, this unique event delivers an exciting variety of new work created by inventive choreographers and performed by extraordinary dancers.

Palm Desert Choreography Festival

Led by Emmy-nominated crooner Benny Benack III and social media sensation Stella Katherine Cole, Some Enchanted Evening leads audiences on a jazz-inspired journey through Broadway’s greatest hits from the Golden Age of yesterday to the freshest hits of today. From Hammerstein to Hamilton and everything in between, this multi-disciplinary musical mashup also showcases Jabu Graybeal, a one-of-a-kind talent and tap-dancing star.

Some Enchanted Evening

Just in time for the election, the Capitol Fools hold up a mirror to our crazy political culture, providing hilarious song parodies and foolish reflections that continue to inspire belly laughter. Audiences will continue to see cast members from past seasons of the Capitol Steps performing all the beloved bits, the mind-boggling backward talking spoonerisms, break-neck costume changes, over-the-top impressions, and all-new song parodies reflecting the day’s news.

Capitol Fools

From paying her dues at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge in Nashville to holding the honor of being the only Canadian female member of the Grand Ole Opry, Terri Clark continues to build an unforgettable legacy primed for the history books of Country music. The multi-JUNO Award winner boasts over five million albums sold, three RIAA Platinum and two RIAA Gold-certified albums, Canadian Gold, Platinum, Double Platinum and Triple Platinum-certified albums, 13 Top 10 singles including six No.1s in Canada and the U.S., 19 CCMA Awards and multiple ACM and CMA Female Vocalist of the Year award nominations. Clark also hosts the internationally syndicated, CMA and ACM Award nominated radio show, “Country Gold with Terri Clark,” which can be heard on radio stations across the USA and Canada.

Terri Clark

Halloween Spooktacular kicks off the Coachella Valley Symphony’s 32nd Annual season Saturday, October 19 at 7:30PM. This “spirited” Halloween concert experience is made possible not only through generosity of the City of Rancho Mirage, but also special thanks to The H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, Eisenhower Health, and ROI Consulting Group, LLC (Barbara Kaufman, Ph.D.)

Halloween Spooktacular

Randy Rainbow is a four-time Emmy® and GRAMMY®-nominated American comedian, producer, actor, singer, writer, satirist, host, and The New York Times best-selling author known for his popular web series, The Randy Rainbow Show. His debut memoir, “Playing with Myself,” received rave reviews by such venerable outlets as The Los Angeles Times, which noted that Rainbow “vividly recollects the alienation so many LGBTQ+ youth experience.” Musical theater was an escape for Rainbow that ultimately helped catapult his career. His musical parodies and political spoofs have garnered him worldwide acclaim and four consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Short-Form Variety Series.

Randy Rainbow

As soon as The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain walks on stage you are in safe hands. Witty, quirky and irreverent - praised by Bowie and Eno, promoted by the BBC and raved about by the New York Times, you can expect “an evening of sheer entertainment” from this eccentric group of seasoned performers. Playful, virtuosic and wickedly amusing, both fun and actually funny, these genre-bending rebels have lasted longer than Led Zeppelin, played more gigs than the Rolling Stones and rocked harder than Dwayne Johnson.

Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

Three-time Tony Award Winner Patti LuPone describes her brand new show as a “personal musical memoir,” and what a memoir she has! Newly announced in the cast of the upcoming WandaVision Marvel spinoff series Agatha: Coven of Chaos, Patti LuPone takes to the stage with her band and longtime musical director to celebrate, through song, her legendary career.

Patti Lupone: A Life In Notes

Despite this new era of hyper-connective technology, we are becoming a more divided and less compassionate species.  Travel can be an antidote to hate and ignorance by teaching us to laugh at ourselves, appreciate the limits of our own worldview, and learn from the knowledge and experience of different cultures. With humorous and gripping tales pulled from journeys to over 100 countries, Andrew reveals how travel can truly change our lives—and the world.

Andrew Evans

An extravagant celebration of the iconic music of Broad­way and more, The Four Phantoms In Concert brings together four Phantoms from the Tony Award-winning The Phantom of the Opera for an unforgettable night of entertain­ment. The Four Phantoms features an extraordinary quar­tet of performers, including Brent Barrett, John Cudia, Franc D’Ambrosio, and Ciarán Sheehan under the music supervision of two-time Grammy Award-winner David Caddick and music direction of Ryan Shirar. The Four Phantoms are joined by special guest Kaley Ann Voorhees, one of the youngest sopranos to play the role of Christine on Broadway.

The Four Phantoms

A prodigy who made his Beijing concert debut playing Chopin at 13—and who became a sensation at 17 when he stepped in on short notice to play Tchaikovsky with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra—Lang Lang has dazzled audiences worldwide with his emotional fire and virtuosity. Experience the flamboyant performer and passionate educator The New Yorker called “the world’s ambassador of the keyboard” in a solo performance in the intimacy of the McCallum Theatre.

Lang Lang

Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer TINA FEY (30 Rock), composer JEFF RICHMOND (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde) Update the show copy to say and and original director and choreographer CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon).

Mean Girls

Showcasing one of the greatest voices of our time, Linda Eder’s diverse repertoire spans Broadway, Standards, Pop, Country, and Jazz. When she performs “live” in concert, it is amazing to experience the ease with which she moves back and forth from one genre to another as if she were gifted with the vocal ability to perform each genre as well as all the others. Linda is happiest on stage singing for her audiences and spreading the joy she exudes.

Ted Vigil is a brilliant singer, and songwriter. He was born in Seattle and has been performing from the age of ten throughout school in concert, symphonic and jazz bands developing his talents as a drummer and singer. He has played for John Denver's own "Windstar Foundation" and won Talent Quest 2006 involving 28 states. In 2016 Ted was part of the Kings of Country Tour in Australia starring Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson and John Denver Tribute artists touring 20 cities from coast to coast. You won't want to miss this "Rocky Mountain High" singer in concert.

Ted Vigil John Denver Tribute

Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Dolly Parton revolutionized country music and blazed a trail for future generations of female artists. With their chart-topping hits and record-breaking sales, Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly wove threads of contemporary womanhood throughout the tapestry of country music, resulting in unprecedented commercial success and earning each a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame.  Trailblazing Women of Country, will entertain and inspire audiences during this pivotal moment in our nation’s history, featuring soloists, Miko Marks, CMT’s 2022, “Next Woman of Country”; and Nashville based singer, Kristina Train, supported by a 5-member all-female band.

Trailblazing Women of Country

Jeffrey Siegel concludes the season with the monumental music of Tchaikovsky, Brahms and Grieg.

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