This season, Chico State invites you to embark on a cultural journey through a series of captivating performances. From the classic tale of Scrooge's redemption in 'A Christmas Carol' to the enchanting magic of 'Cinderella,' these events promise to delight audiences of all ages. Pink Martini's globe-spanning melodies, the empowering beats of Syncopated Ladies, and the nostalgic charm of 'Napoleon Dynamite LIVE!' add diversity to this dynamic lineup. Dive into thought-provoking discussions with Héctor Tobar, and share laughter with Native comedians in 'Good Medicine.' Whether you're a fan of music, dance, storytelling, or comedy, there's something for everyone at Chico State.

A Cultural Tapestry: Unforgettable Performances at Chico State

Mark your calendars for an exhilarating lineup of events at Chico State University! From the enchanting ballet of Cinderella to the vibrant tap rhythms of Syncopated Ladies, the upcoming performances promise a spectrum of artistic experiences. Visitors can also relish the nostalgia of 'Napoleon Dynamite LIVE!' or cruise through laughter with 'Menopause The Musical 2.' Dive into meaningful discussions with Héctor Tobar's book lecture or enjoy a night of infectious laughter with Native stand-up comedians during 'Good Medicine.' Each event offers a unique celebration of creativity and culture!

A Kaleidoscope of Performances: Dance, Comedy, and Culture Unite at Chico

Chico Performances is set to host a series of captivating events at California State University, Chico. From the rhythmic brilliance of Syncopated Ladies: Live to the nostalgic charm of Napoleon Dynamite LIVE!, each event promises a unique experience. The lineup also includes the laughter-filled Menopause The Musical 2, a thought-provoking Book in Common lecture by Héctor Tobar, and Good Medicine's all-Native comedy showcase. This diverse program highlights unique artistry and cultural dialogue, making Chico a vibrant hub for artistic exploration.

Chico Performances Brings Diverse Artistic Experiences to Life

Chico Performances invites us to immerse ourselves in a rich tapestry of cultural expression this season. From the comedic flair of Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’, to the thought-provoking discourse sparked by Héctor Tobar's literary work, and the vibrant humor of Good Medicine's Native stand-up, each event promises to be a unique celebration of the human experience. Join us as we explore the humor, resilience, and complexity of these artistic endeavors that capture the essence of diverse narratives.

Chico Performances: A Celebration of Diversity in Art and Comedy

Chico State University is set to host a unique trio of events, featuring laughter, thought-provoking discussions, and a musical journey. From the hilarious 'Menopause The Musical 2' to Héctor Tobar's insightful lecture on 'Our Migrant Souls,' and the vibrant stand-up show 'Good Medicine,' there's something for everyone. These events promise to offer a diverse blend of entertainment, education, and cultural enrichment, making it a must-visit destination this season.

Laughter, Learning, and Music: A Trio of Events at Chico State University

After selling out venues throughout the country, the smash-hit, all-Native comedy show, Good Medicine, comes to the Chico Performances for a one-night-stand of stand-up! Hosted and produced by comedian Jackie Keliiaa (Netflix) the showcase features the best and brightest Native comedians across North America. Founded in 2020, Good Medicine was first launched as a virtual comedy show raising funds for tribes impacted by covid-19. Since the show’s humble beginnings on Keliiaa’s kitchen table, Good Medicine has sold-out shows across the country and featured comedians hailing from over 30 tribal Nations who have been seen on Comedy Central, Netflix, ABC, NBC, FX and more!

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Good Medicine: An Evening of Live Native Stand-Up

California State University, Chico

The Book in Common is a shared, community read, designed to promote discussion and understanding of important issues facing the broader community. The Book in Common is chosen each year by a group of Chico State University and Butte College faculty, staff, students and community members.

We are excited to announce that the Book in Common for 2024-2025 is Our Migrant Souls: A Meditation on Race and the Meanings and Myths of ‘Latino’ by Héctor Tobar"

Book in Common Lecture: from Héctor Tobar

All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.

Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’®

The beloved indie classic "Napoleon Dynamite" was made almost almost 20 years ago. Since then much has changed; but the characters, as enduring as they are endearing, stay in our hearts.

Appealing to the inner-teenager in each of us, the story, and more importantly the dialogue, makes “Napoleon Dynamite” one of the most quoted movies of our time.

Napoleon Dynamite LIVE!

Syncopated Ladies: Live is a ground-breaking All-Female Tap production that propels beautiful, classy, and diverse women onto a re-invigorated stage, weaving their inspiring stories with intricate footwork, feminine prowess, and life-renewing energy.

The Syncopated Ladies are based in Los Angeles, CA and created by EMMY AWARD NOMINATED, tap dancer and choreographer, Chloé Arnold, protégé of Debbie Allen.

Syncopated Ladies: Live

Beautiful, grand, funny and touching, Cinderella promises to enchant the entire family!

Gather your friends and family for the must-see enchanting dance event of the season: the magical production of Cinderella! Immerse yourself in a world where dancing fairies live, pumpkins turn into carriages and fairy godmothers really do make dream come true. Inspired by the Brothers Grimms fairy tales and a touch of Disney, this wildly imaginative production features something for everyone: a feisty heroine, a dashing prince, a kindly godmother and a deliciously wicked stepmother– with many fantastical additions.

Chico Community Ballet presents Cinderella

Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world – crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop – Pink Martini was founded in 1994 by Thomas Lauderdale. Featuring a dozen musicians, with songs in 25 languages, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages on six continents. After making it’s European debut at the Cannes Film Festival in 1997 and its orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony in 1998, the band has gone on to play with more than 50 orchestras around the world, including multiple engagements with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at the Hollywood Bowl, the Boston Pops, the National Symphony at the Kennedy Center, the San Francisco Symphony, and the BBC Concert Orchestra at Royal Albert Hall in London. Pink Martini has released 11 studio albums on its own independent label Heinz Records (named after Lauderdale’s dog), selling over 3 million albums worldwide.

Pink Martini featuring China Forbes

Legacy Stage presents a gripping adaptation of the holiday classic “A Christmas Carol”. Ebenezer Scrooge's transformative journey unfolds on Christmas Eve. Gripped by greed and discontent, Scrooge's encounter with the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future promises a riveting exploration of redemption amidst despair. Join us for an evening celebrating the spirit of hope and the enduring love found at Christmastime.

Legacy Stage presents "A Christmas Carol"

Shawn Colvin and KT Tunstall pack a double dose of star power into a single, awe-inspiring concert experience. Colvin, the Grammy-winning singer/songwriter of “Sunny Came Home” fame, has an emotional depth and on-stage vulnerability that has solidified her as a premier live performer. Her lasting appeal is due, in part, to her willingness to lay her emotions bare, coupled with an unmistakable dry wit.

An Evening with Shawn Colvin & KT Tunstall Together on Stage

Quinteto Latino is a regionally and nationally recognized classical wind ensemble based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 2004 by philanthropist and musician, Armando Castellano, they champion past, present, and future musical contributions by Latino composers and musicians. Since their founding, they have grown into a hub for Activism, Education, and Performance. They believe in the deep power of music to change the course of social dynamics

Quinteto Latino

Ualbany Performing Arts Center

Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande bring you the blockbuster show "Eternamente: A Día de los Muertos Spectacular" We invite the audience to join us in a celebration of life with lively music and dance, beautiful costumes, and a virtual altar to those we have lost. This show, an homage to Mexico's rich cultural heritage, blends graceful traditional dance with vibrant storytelling that also tips a hat to the great Mexican singers of yesteryear such as Vicente Fernandez, Pedro Infante, Lucha Villa, and more. "Eternamente" transcends mere spectacle it's a portal into the heart of us all, where every twirl and note will become a tribute to the beauty of remembrance. Join this unforgettable fiesta, where tradition and spectacle converge, and the spirit of Día de los Muertos is celebrated "Eternamente." Who knows: La Muerteherself may make an appearance!


Eternamente: A Día de los Muertos Spectacular

José Hernández's inspring life story takes him on a journey from a migrant farmworker to a NASA astronaut. Hernández wanted to fly in space ever since he heard that the first Hispanic-American had been chosen to travel into space. "I was hoeing a row of sugar beets in a field near Stockton, Calif., and I heard on my transistor radio that Franklin Chang-Diaz had been selected for the Astronaut Corps," says Hernández, who was a senior in high school at the time. "I was already interested in science and engineering," Hernández remembers, "but that was the moment I said, 'I want to fly in space.' And that's something I've been striving for each day since then." And now that hard work has paid off. He was selected to begin training as a mission specialist as part of the 2004 astronaut candidate class


José Hernández

Emmy award winner and multi-platinum artist Andy Grammer continues to engage, energize, and empower audiences with stomping stadium-size pop anthems meant to be shared at full volume. His observations and affirmations pick people back up when they need it, affirm their potential, and encourage them to keep going.

Inspiring fans around the world, Grammer has over 3B global streams under his belt and a social media footprint of over 4M followers. His catalog consists of numerous bona fide hits, including the quadruple- platinum single “Honey, I’m Good;” the platinum singles “Keep Your Head Up,” “Fine By Me,” “Don’t Give Up On Me,” “Fresh Eyes,” and “Good To Be Alive (Hallelujah);” the gold single “I Found You;” and the gold albums Andy Grammer (2011) and Magazines Or Novels (2014). He lent his music to films such as Five Feet Apart and when “Don’t Give Up On Me” became the soundtrack for ESPN’s 13th annual V Week for Cancer Research, he garnered a Sports Emmy for Outstanding Music Direction and a Clio Award.

Andy Grammer Greater Than: A One Man Show

Join us for this site specific performance at the charming Chico State University Farm which will include food trucks and lawn games. The Concert Truck is a mobile music venue that strengthens communities by redefining the concert experience and making live music accessible to all. This 16-foot box truck transforms into the ultimate mobile concert hall, inviting audiences to experience firsthand how music can bring communities together in extraordinary ways. Founded in 2016 by concert pianists Susan Zhang and Nick Luby, The Concert Truck brings classical chamber music directly to communities. They have toured across the country, presenting concerts in city streets, music and arts festivals, schools, neighborhoods, parks... anywhere you can think to park a truck. Other past presenters include Dallas Symphony Orchestra, The Kennedy Center's Washington National Opera, Minnesota Public Radio, and the Smithsonian. While in Chico they will perform with North State Symphony

The Concert Truck

 CSU, Chico University Farm

Roy Wood Jr. is a comedian, an Emmy-nominated documentary producer for the PBS documentary The Neutral Ground, and for 8 years served as a correspondent on Comedy Central’s Emmy-winning The Daily Show (2015-23). Spring of 2023, Wood Jr. guest hosted The Daily Show and headlined the White House Correspondents' Dinner to its highest ratings since 2017.

Roy Wood Jr.

Inspire School of Arts & Sciences presents The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, a story about identity, family, and community. Based on the beloved novel by Rick Riordan, The Lightning Thief tells the story of teenager Percy Jackson, son of Greek god Poseidon, as he sets out on a hero’s journey of self-discovery, grappling with monsters and mysterious mayhem along the way to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt, and prevent war among the gods. Percy’s experience is one that resonates across cultures and our casting reflects that truth. Performers ranging in age from 10-18 reflecting the youth of our local community. Roles have been cast openly to include different shapes, abilities, ethnicities, and identities. As the playwright, Joe Tracz, says, “The characters in The Lightning Thief are gods and heroes – and gods and heroes can look like any of us.”

Inspire School of Arts & Sciences present The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

Kevin Spencer, Ph.D. is an award-winning performing artist and academic. Spencer and his wife, Cindy, toured the world for more than 25 years, with one of the largest and most successful theatrical illusion productions in the U.S. They left behind a trail of accolades in their wake including 2009 International Illusionists of the Year and six-time recipients of Performing Arts Entertainer of the Year. They are also the recipients of the magic industry’s most prestigious award given by The Milbourne Christopher Foundation – the 2015 International Illusionists of the Year for notable contributions to the art of magic. At the pinnacle of their career, Kevin stepped away from the big stage and into classrooms and hospitals around the globe. He is the leading international authority on the academic and therapeutic benefits of simple magic tricks in educational and clinical settings. His work focuses on using the art of magic to impact change in the lives of people with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual challenges, emotional disturbance, and those who have histories of trauma. As both an academic and an artist, Dr. Spencer offers sensory inclusive performances to reach underserved communities and speaks at conferences and universities around the world on the active and passive benefits of magic tricks in educational and therapeutic settings.

The Magic of Kevin Spencer "Magic for Everyone!" (Sensory- Inclusive Performance)

Grammy Award winning duo Rodrigo y Gabriela grew up on an eclectic mix of classic rock, heavy metal and flamenco, a rare alchemy of influences that still informs their work today. Not long after the dissolution of their first band, the two musicians set off with their acoustic guitars and ended up in Ireland, where they soon ran out of money and began busking on Dublin’s Grafton Street — a turn of events that led to their crossing paths with Irish singer/songwriter Damien Rice, who then asked them to open for him at an early headline show. As they developed their distinct breed of guitar music, Rodrigo y Gabriela quickly gained recognition for their extraordinary live show and made their full-length debut with 2002’s re-Foc. Along with turning out 8 additional acclaimed and kaleidoscopic albums over the years: including Area 52 (a 2012 effort made with a Cuban orchestra), 9 Dead Alive (a 2014 release that spotlighted their more rock-leaning sensibilities) and the 2020 Grammy winning Best Contemporary Instrumental Album, Mettavolution, the duo has cemented their status as a globally renowned live act. Among their many successes: performing at The White House for the President and First Lady of Mexico at a 2010 event hosted by Barack Obama; headlining the Jazz World stage at Glastonbury; selling out major venues like the Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, London’s Royal Albert Hall, Radio City Music Hall, and the Sydney Opera House; and performing to massive crowds in such far-flung cities as Tokyo and Paris. 2023 sees the release of their most ambitious project yet, the Advaita Vedanta inspired In Between Thoughts...A New World, which features their signature dual guitar attack augmented by a full orchestra, and a corresponding world tour.

Rodrigo y Gabriela

In a cultural landscape filled with endless pundits and talking heads, Fran Lebowitz stands out as one of our most insightful social commentators. Her essays and interviews offer her acerbic views on current events and the media – as well as pet peeves including tourists, baggage-claim areas, after- shave lotion, adults who roller skate, children who speak French, or anyone who is unduly tan. The New York Times Book Review calls Lebowitz an "important humorist in the classic tradition." Purveyor of urban cool, Lebowitz is a cultural satirist whom many call the heir to Dorothy Parker. “Success didn't spoil me, I've always been insufferable.” This is Lebowitz off the cuff. Her writing — pointed, taut and economical — is equally forthright, irascible, and unapologetically opinionated. Lebowitz worked odd jobs, such as taxi driving, belt peddling, and apartment cleaning (“with a small specialty in Venetian blinds”), before being hired by Andy Warhol as a columnist for Interview. That was followed by a stint at Mademoiselle. Her first book, a collection of essays titled Metropolitan Life, was a bestseller, as was a second collection, Social Studies. By turns ironic, facetious, deadpan, sarcastic, wry, wisecracking, and waggish, Lebowitz’s prose is wickedly entertaining. A raconteur if ever there was one, Lebowitz has long been a regular on various talk shows including those hosted by Jimmy Fallon, Conan O'Brien, and Bill Maher. She can also be seen in various documentary films including the American Experience series on New York City, as well as Mapplethorpe: Look at the Pictures (2016), Regarding Susan Sontag (2014), and Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol (1990), among others. In 2010 Martin Scorsese directed a documentary about Lebowitz for HBO titled Public Speaking. A limited documentary series, Pretend It's a City, also directed by Martin Scorsese, premiered on Netflix in 2021, and was nominated for the 2021 Emmys in the Outstanding Documentary Or Nonfiction Series category. In 2021 she was given the Forte dei Marmi Festival della Satira Lifetime Achievement Award and was a 2021 Foreign Press Honorary Awardee – an award given by the Foreign Press Correspondents Association & Club USA. Lebowitz was named to Vanity Fair’s International Best Dressed List Hall of Fame in 2008. She remains a style icon. Lebowitz lives in New York City, as she does not believe that she would be allowed to live anywhere else.

Fran Lebowitz

The legendary, powerhouse, funk and soul band, Tower of Power opens the Chico Performances season. Performing since 1968, they have landed a total of eight songs on the Billboard Hot 100, with songs including “You’re Still a Young Man”, “So Very Hard to Go”, and “What Is Hip?”.

Tower of Power

Pianist Wynona Wang was selected as First Prize winner of the 2018 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, which is just the latest in a series of impressive first prize performances, along with the 2017 Wideman International Piano Competition in Louisiana. Wynona was also awarded the 2019 “Charlotte White” Career Grant awarded by the Salon de Virtuosi in New York City. An active performer in China, Europe and the United States, Wynona’s recent performances include appearances with the Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra, the Meadows Symphony Orchestra of SMU in Dallas, and such major festivals as PianoTexas, Morningside Music Bridge in Calgary, Canada, the International Keyboard Institute & Festival in New York City, and the Chautauqua Institution. Internationally, Wynona has been a featured soloist with the Academic Symphony Orchestra of the National Philharmonic Society of Ukraine, and the Romanian Mihail Jora Philharmonic Orchestra in Italy. She has also given numerous solo piano recitals in China—including cities such as Beijing, Qingdao, Hangzhou, Wuhan, Shenzhen, Kunming, Ningbo, and Dalian—as well as in Spain (Madrid) and Indonesia (Jakarta). Born in Beijing, Wynona Wang began playing piano at age 4, and went on to study at both the Music Elementary and Secondary schools at the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music (CCOM) in Beijing. In fall 2016, she was awarded a full scholarship for her Performer’s Diploma at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, and she now lives in New York while pursuing her undergraduate degree at The Juilliard School as a student of Dr. Robert McDonald.

Wynona Wang

THE CONTENT OF THE FILMS IS DETERMINED BY THE FILMAKERES AND CAN INCLUDE COARSE LANGUAGE AND FRIGHTENING EVENTS. NOT ALL FILMS ARE SUITIBLE FOR FAMILY AUDIENCES. IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT THE FILMS, PLEASE CHECK WITH THE LOCAL ORGANIZER OR OUR OFFICE FOR DETAILS AND ADVICE.

Banff Mountain Film Festival

The ever-popular Banff Mountain Film Festival returns to Chico with two evenings of films that offer up stories of remote journeys, groundbreaking expeditions, and cutting-edge adventures told through the eyes of photographers, filmmakers, and explorers from around the globe. As in years past, each evening will feature a different film selection both nights. Join us early for a Party on the Patio each night starting at 6:00pm with live music, local sponsors, and food trucks onsite.

The content of the films is determined by the filmmakers and can include coarse language and frightening events. Not all films are suitable for family audiences. If you have concerns about the films, please check with the local organizer or our office for details and advice.

ABT Studio Company, the junior company of American Ballet Theatre, is made up of 12-18 rising stars of the ballet world between the ages of 17 and 21. ABT Studio Company prepares these outstanding young dancers, who hail from all over the globe, to enter American Ballet Theatre or other leading ballet companies worldwide. Nearly 80% of current dancers in American Ballet Theatre are alumni of ABT Studio Company, including 8 Soloists and 14 Principal Dancers - among them Misty Copeland, Isabella Boylston, and Calvin Royal III.

American Ballet Theatre Studio Company

A Bee Story is a uniquely Australian physical theatre show for children and families incorporating a kaleidoscope of circus, acrobatics, dance and live music. It tells the story of Queen Bee and Worker Bee who must work together to rebuild their hive after being destroyed by a bushfire. But things never quite go to plan…

Join the bees on their buzzy adventures and be enchanted by their pollen-collecting skills, honey-making abilities, and superbee strength. A Bee Story has themes of environmentalism, sustainability, and community spirit, and was directed by performer Robbie Curtis (Circa, Cirque du Soleil, Circus Oz, Australian Ballet), and co-created with musician and performer Lizzie McRae.

A Bee Story

Beloved Los Angeles trio, Tres Souls has been capturing the hearts of Angelenos, for the last decade. Rocio Mendoza, Roberto Carlos, and Jesus Martinez have serenaded audiences in LA and beyond, with their own interpretations of a genre called “Bolero.” They relive the vintage sounds and songs of the 1940s-1960s, stylized during the Golden Era of Mexican Cinema.

Tres Souls & Grupo Bella

A cappella sensation Voctave" class="css-u850">Voctave has had over 150 million social media views of their videos, and their latest album, The Spirit of the Season, Deluxe Edition, reached No. 6 on the Billboard charts. Their previous album, The Corner of Broadway & Main Street Vol. 2, debuted at number 3 on the iTunes charts. Formed in 2015 by producer and arranger Jamey Ray, the voices that bring their arrangements to life represent a wealth of diverse backgrounds and musical experiences. Hailing from Central Florida, the eleven members of Voctave have performed across the globe and appear on countless recordings. The group has performed with GRAMMY, Dove and American Music Award recipients including Sandi Patty, Pentatonix's Kirstin Maldonado, Mark Lowry, David Phelps, and Jody McBrayer. Voctave’s eight albums are digitally available on all platforms.

Voctave

Critics, fans and fellow comedians agree: Brian Regan is one of the most respected comedians in the country with Vanity Fair calling Brian, “The funniest stand-up alive,” and Entertainment Weekly calling him, “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian.” Having built his 30-plus year career on the strength of his material alone, Brian’s non-stop theater tour continuously fills the most beautiful venues across North America, visiting close to 100 cities each year.

Brian Regan

Jazz at Lincoln Center" class="css-u850">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. Led by pianist, Luther S. Allison and vocalists Quiana Lynell and Milton Suggs, New Orleans Songbook immerses audiences in the captivating and timeless spirit of this vibrant city. For over three decades, Jazz at Lincoln Center has been a leading advocate for jazz, culture, and arts education globally. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries.

New Orleans Songbook: A Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS Production

Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin, Classic Albums Live takes the greatest albums and recreates them live on stage - note for note, cut for cut, using the best musicians. “Think of it as a recital,” says Martin, “these albums are historic and stand the test of time.” Forgoing costumes and impersonations, Classic Albums Live has found success in concentrating solely on the music. “We don’t dress up or wear any sort of costume. All of our energy is put into the music. We want the performance to sound exactly like the album,” says Martin. With 100+ shows a year across North America, Classic Albums Live has seen massive success in performing arts centres and theatres. Fans in Texas, Florida, California, New York and central and east coast Canada have all continued to support the series and make it a sustaining, successful show. “We grew while others withdrew,” says Martin, commenting on the decline of concert ticket sales, “We created something that endures and connects. These albums are sacred to people. We deliver exactly what we promote - ‘note for note, cut for cut’ accuracy.” It’s this type of accountability that works for the series.

Classic Albums Live: Rolling Stones' Sticky Fingers - Note for Note Cut for Cut

This concert features an all-star cast of music and dance, with the esteemed Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles and Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar, presenting traditions and customs that people in Mexico celebrate during the Christmas season. This spectacular show focuses on Nochebuena (Christmas Eve).

Nochebuena

Storm Large: musician, actor, playwright, author, awesome. She shot to national prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show Rock Star: Supernova, where despite having been eliminated in the week before the finale, Storm built a fan base that follows her around the world to this day. She was seen on the 2021 season of America’s Got Talent.

Storm Large

Back by popular demand, Chico Community Ballet’s newly envisioned and Chico unique ….. A Very Chico “Nutcracker” returns to the stage. Based on the traditional “Nutcracker” ballet and infused with rich Chico history, journey back time to the magical night before Christmas at the home of Dr. Oscar Stansbury’s family, where their daughter Angeline receives a most mysterious gift that sparks a wondrous adventure. As the colossal Christmas tree shoots skyward and a battle erupts between the Nutcracker and the Mouse King to the beautiful almond blossoms blanketing the stage and bumble bees a flutter, the ballet magically transports Angeline and the audience to an enchanted land of wildflowers where visitors from faraway lands, waltzing flowers and special surprises await all! This is a true holiday treat for the whole family and not to be missed.

A Very Chico Nutcracker

With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which he slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today.

An Evening with David Sedaris

The historic tradition of mariachi music has its roots of origin in cities such as Guadalajara and Mexico City. As the ever-evolving genre's influence spread, it reached Chicago and birthed the Mariachi Herenciade México. The energetic, virtuosic Latin GRAMMY-nominated group has issued chart-topping albums and performed across the North American continent. Nuestra Herencia, their 2017 debut album, topped the Latinstreaming charts. 2018's Herencia de la Tierra Mía was produced by celebrated industryveteran Javier Limón and charted atop all major streaming services. 2019's Esenciatopped industry charts, while a second volume, issued in 2020 performed similarly. In2022, Herederos appeared as the group were performing a wildly successful North American tour.

Mariachi Herencia de México

Sheng Wang is a comedian, actor and writer originally from Houston, TX. His first Netflix special, Sweet & Juicy, released in September 2022 and was produced and directed by Ali Wong. He was a featured stand-up on HBO’s “2 Dope Queens” special and also wrote for the ABC show “Fresh Off the Boat.” Sheng resides in Los Angeles and in his time off, he enjoys exploring botanical gardens and discovering new ways to snack.

Sheng Wang

Humans have been harnessing wind power for thousands of years. It was the beauty and efficacy of that timeless and ingenious process that inspired the creative team at Cirque Mechanics to create Zephyr, a theatrical circus show, that, not unlike historical windmills harnesses human power, instead of wind to generate an energetic acrobatic experience.

Cirque Mechanics, has designed a performance Windmill, which will serve as the multifunctional mechanical centerpiece of our story

Cirque Mechanics - Zephyr

“My God it’s good to see you…”

That first line from Nickel Creek’s seventh album Celebrants likely prophesies the warm response awaiting the Americana-bluegrass group’s first all-new release in nine years.

While the Grammy-winning trio of singer-songwriter-multi-instrumentalists Sara Watkins (fiddle), Sean Watkins (guitar), and Chris Thile (mandolin) had sporadically collaborated since 2014’s A Dotted Line, a 2020 interview pegged to the twentieth anniversary of Nickel Creek’s debut album ignited a spark. “It was fun to have a reason to wax nostalgic about some stuff that we'd done,” says Thile. “And then when we got together, it was just so clear, ‘Oh, yeah, we've got some new music to make.’"

Nickel Creek with special guest Hawktail

THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER has achieved an incomparable career of pop and jazz hits, a legacy that defines the group as it celebrates its 50th Anniversary. The legendary quartet has won 10 Grammy Awards out of 20 nominations and has been inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame.

The Manhattan Transfer 50th Anniversary & Final World Tour

Comedian. Actor. Musician. Advocate. Entrepreneur. Five-time Grammy and Emmy nominee. Margaret Cho’s strong voice has been lighting the path for other women, other members of underrepresented groups, other performers, to follow. Her recent television appearances – guest star on Season 2 of The Flight Attendant (HBO Max), guest star on Season 2 of Hacks (HBO Max) and two Netflix is a Joke comedy specials: Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration and Jane Fonda & Lily Tomlin: Ladies Night Live – have expanded an already wide-ranging career, and her role as the ‘mother hen’ in the well-reviewed movie Fire Island solidifies why we all love Margaret in the first place. As a comedian Margaret has been named one of Rolling Stone magazine's 50 Best Stand-Up Comics of All Time, one of Vogue magazine’s Top 9 Female Comedians of all time, while CNN chose her as one of the 50 People Who Changed American Comedy. Thankfully, Margaret has more stories to tell, and her production company, Animal Family Productions, has multiple scripted shows in development for 2022 and beyond.

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