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We Are Proud To Celebrate our founder Rod Strong’s passion for winemaking and the arts by being the exclusive wine partner of the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts.
The Lytton Band of Pomo Indians is proud to be the Naming Sponsor of Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, ensuring Sonoma County children can experience live theater, music and art.
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What’s Inside Welcome to Luther Burbank Center for the Arts! Thank you for choosing to attend this performance. We strive to offer great variety of performances, and the best service to our patrons, and hope you have a fantastic time today. Please alert one of our front-of-house staff if there is something we can do to improve your experience. Your LBC truly has “something for everyone:” a wide range of musical genres from iconic artists like Alison Krauss, Josh Turner, Gipsy Kings and the sold out Norah Jones! Complementing our concerts, other popular events including our free 9th Annual Fiesta de Independencia (presented by Redwood Credit Union), the comedy of Jim Gaffigan and Anjelah Johnson, and the Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series Complexions Contemporary Ballet, highlight the diversity of shows. Please visit our website for the full line-up of great performances, and be sure you’re on our e-mail list to hear about new shows added throughout the year. We know how important the arts are to you, how much they enhance your life and we are proud to be your destination for the best entertainment. You will notice some new improvements to the venue as we work to elevate the experience of Your LBC. These were planned before the October fires and we are excited for you to see them. You may also be aware that, although we were fortunate to escape major destruction during the fires, the Center did sustain some damage. We appreciate your understanding during the current renovation and your support as we work through our situation post-fires. Our commitment is steadfast to offer you outstanding experiences and be the community-gathering place we have been for three decades. As our community continues to rebuild, Your LBC is always here as an integral part of that process.
Paul Wilcock
Rick Nowlin
CHAIR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT & CEO
THE MISSION OF LUTHER BURBANK CENTER FOR THE ARTS is to enrich, educate and entertain children and adults of the North Bay through accessible and outstanding presentations of arts, family and entertainment performances, education programs, visual arts, and community use of our facility.
Welcome..................................................................................................................4 LBC by the Numbers..................................................................................................... 8 Board of Directors & Founders................................................................................. 10 Latino Advisory Council............................................................................................. 11 Membership................................................................................................................. 12 Our Sponsors & Funders............................................................................................ 14 Corporate Partner Profile..................................................................................... 15 Calendar-at-a-Glance.................................................................................................. 16 FE AT U R E D P E R F O R M A N C E S Randy Newman........................................................................................................ 18 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons............................................................................ 19 The Gipsy Kings Special guest Vilray....................................................................... 20 Jim Gaffigan.............................................................................................................. 21 Josh Turner............................................................................................................... 22 In the Mood: A Salute to America........................................................................... 23 On the Road with T Bone Burnett............................................................................ 24 Gin Blossoms & Big Head Todd and The Monsters................................................. 25 Anjelah Johnson....................................................................................................... 26 Fiesta de Independencia.......................................................................................... 27 Norah Jones.............................................................................................................. 28 San Francisco Comedy Competition Semi-Finals................................................... 29 Aida Cuevas-Totalmente Juan Gabriel..................................................................... 30 The Simon & Garfunkel Story................................................................................... 31 Alison Krauss............................................................................................................ 32 Clover Sonoma Family Fun Series: The New Chinese Acrobats............................ 33 Symphony Pops Series: Ellis Hall, Ambassador of Soul.......................................... 34 E D U C AT I O N T H R O U G H T H E A R T S YOUR LBC: Community Gathering Place................................................................. 38 Art of Dessert........................................................................................................... 39 Education Through the Arts..................................................................................... 40 LBC Arts & Education Fund...................................................................................... 42 Our Stories: From Page to Stage............................................................................. 45 Visual Art at the LBC................................................................................................... 48 Volunteering................................................................................................................. 52 Volunteer Spotlight..................................................................................................... 53 Donors Listing.............................................................................................................. 55 A Look Back: Recent Performances......................................................................... 56 The Lamona Johnson Walraven Legacy Society..................................................... 62 Advertiser Index.......................................................................................................... 67 Symphony Pops Series: 2018-2019 Season ........................................................68 Staff Listing.................................................................................................................. 69 Family Fun Series: 2018-2019 Season.................................................................. 70 Tickets & Information................................................................................................. 71 Seating Chart............................................................................................................... 75 Concessions Menu...................................................................................................... 77 COVER PHOTOS (clockwise from left) – Alison Krauss, Gipsy Kings, Randy Newman, Anjelah Johnson, and Ellis Hall
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LBC BY THE NUMBERS
LBC BY THE NUMBERS
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Counties (out of 58 in California) where our audiences came from last year
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Years Since Our Founding as a non-profit
500,000 Visitors to our campus each year
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organization (the Luther
450
Instruments
Burbank Memorial Foundation)
in our Music for Schools Library that allows
17,000+
low-income students to participate in their school’s
Free Tickets We Distribute Each Year to students and low-
band or orchestra programs
income community members, helping
Distance (in feet) of the Farthest Seat from the stage in the Ruth Finley Person Theater
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Pieces in the Center’s
Sculpture Collection
make the arts accessible for all
40,000
Children We Serve each year by integrating the arts into school curriculum
For more information on all our programs, visit lutherburbankcenter.org.
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Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation Board of Directors OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
HONOR ARY BOARD
Paul A. Wilcock, Chair, CO M MUNI T Y VOLUN T EER
Mike Sutton, Co-Chair
Susan Preston, Vice Chair & Secretary, PRO FES SIO N A L PRO GR A M
Sherry Swayne, Co-Chair
INSUR A N CE BRO K ER AGE
Robert and Nancy Aita
Alan Seidenfeld, Treasurer, BL ACK OA KS A S SE T M GT. DBA PA RL I A M EN T HIL L S V INE YA RDS, L LC
Sherry Swayne, Immediate Past Chair, Honorary Board Co-Chair, BENNETT VALLEY RANCH, LLC
Ernesto Olivares, Chair Appointee, CI T Y COUN CIL M EMBER A ND CA L IFO RNI A CI T IES V IOL EN CE PRE V EN T IO N NE T WO RK
Lawrence and Susan Amaturo Marcus and Beth Benedetti
The LBC’s Latino Advisory Council is working to strengthen ties with Sonoma County’s growing Latino population. From advising on campus signage to providing vision and implementation support for our annual Fiesta de Independencia and Posada Navideña events, the Latino Advisory Council is helping ensure that our organization is relevant, welcoming, and accessible to everyone in our community. The Latino Advisory Council is always looking for new members. Contact Melanie Weir at 707.800.7520 for more information on joining the Council.
Dixon and Sara Browder Christopher and Hillary Costin Patsy Daniels Bruce DeCrona
DIRECTORS
John Mackie and Kate Ecker
Carmen Castaldi, RO DNE Y S T RO N G W INE ES TAT ES
Kevin and Cathy McCullough
Linda Chavez, SA FE T Y & EN V IRO NM EN TA L CO MPL I A N CE
Margie Mejia
A S SO CI AT ES L LC, A ND CH AV E Z FA MILY CEL L A RS
Latino Advisory Council
Mike and Maureen Merrill
Lisa Ann Hilario, SPAUL DIN G M CCUL LOUGH & TA NSIL , L L P
Gary and Marcia Nelson
Ann Lobdell Hudson, E XCH A N GE BA NK
Steven and Nancy Oliver
Christopher B. Hunsberger, HH HOSPI TA L I T Y A DV ISO RS, IN C.
Alan Preston
Gary Rosenberg, ROSENBERG EN T ERPRISES
James and Elese Rundel
John Whiting, M OS S A DA MS
Joan and Mack Schwing
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Maggie LeClerc
Peggy Mulhall
Tracy Sawyer
Jason Carter
Maria Lemus
Richard Nowlin
Robin Seltzer
Eric Dullaart
Sylvia Lemus
Ernesto Olivares
Maria Solarez
Sari Feinstein
Lisa Lopez
Vicky Orozco
Wanda Tapia-Thomsen
Veda Florez
Malinalli Lopez
Chrystie Prokopakis
Hector Velazques
Karina Garcia
Linda Mayberry-Chavez
Robert Ramirez
Ambrosio Vigil
Briana Gonzalez
Rene Meza
Rafael Rivero
Melanie Weir
Herman Hernandez
Rebecca Miller
Audrey Rosado
Anita Wiglesworth
Elizabeth Jovel
Candido Morales
Miguel Ruiz
Paul Wilcock
Greg and Patricia Steele
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Jessica Sutton
Gerri Annis, VOLUN T EER REPRESEN TAT I V E
Pete Swayne Willie and Darlene Tamayo Chuck and Ellen Wear Michael and Katie Wright
FOUNDERS
John and Delores Headley
GRAND FOUNDERS
Gerald and Catherine Ayers
Bob and Olive Kerr
Hugh and Nell Codding
Bill and Lori Manly
The Ernest L. and Ruth W. Finley Foundation
Tom and Betty Freeman
Evert and Ruth Person
Mrs. Elizabeth J. Richardson
Benny and Rosemary Friedman
Ralph and Lois Stone
Charles M. and Jean Schulz
Chet and Gloria Galeazzi
Henry and Madelyne Trione
Ed and Marion Gauer
Ernesto Olivares with Mariachi Barragan at the Fiesta de Independencia
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MEMBERSHIP Be the First to Purchase Tickets to New Shows for a Full Year! Individual Membership Starts at $75
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And includes the following benefits, depending on membership level: Members find out about new shows before the general public Members get pre-sale opportunities on most new shows added
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Access to the best seats, reserved for members only Access to special members-only events Complimentary ticket vouchers Preferred parking A tax-deductible donation and the knowledge you are helping to
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Anova Center for Education founder and CEO Andrew Bailey stands beside the burned wing of the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, which was home to Anova’s ACE Sonoma campus, in Santa Rosa on Oct. 18.
Landmark rallies back Center’s campaign seeks to offer refuge via celebration of creativity By DIANNE REBER HART FOR THE PRESS DEMOCRAT
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n the wake of the catastrophic Tubbs fire, staff at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts went into high gear to assure the curtain would rise again as quickly and safely as possible at the damaged Santa Rosa landmark. Although flames didn’t reach the 1,600-seat Ruth Finley Person theater, damage to the facility’s east wing was extensive. Insurers are still determining financial losses, while the center has begun fundraising campaigns to fill in the gaps.
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Special post-fire donations total $60,000 so far, while the center exceeded its 2017 year-end goals by 6 percent. The center’s immediate challenge, though, was to assure the public, while checking on the welfare of its employees and volunteers. As management reached out to determine the safety of staff and supporters, and as rumors swirled that the nonprofit center had burned to the ground, its new Director of Marketing and Patron Services Anne Abrams fielded scores of media TURN TO LANDMARK » PAGE G18
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Fourth-grader Jazara Villanueva, 9, plays violin with other students at Mark West Elementary School on Dec. 22 in Santa Rosa. The violins were on loan from Luther Burbank Center for the Arts.
“It’s really a place that’s central to our community as an arts center and events space.” RICK NOWLIN, president and CEO of Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
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Thank you for making arts and education possible in Sonoma County!
Mary’s Pizza Shack was founded in 1959 by Mary Fazio using her father’s recipes and her home kitchen’s pots and pans.
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Mary created a warm and cozy place where friends and family gathered to enjoy her homecooked meals. Everything was made from scratch- from pizza dough and soups to pasta sauces and salad dressings. Nearly sixty years later, Mary’s Pizza Shack still use the same recipes, ingredients, love and care that were learned from Mary. The company is still owned and operated by the family – the third generation handles the day-to-day running of the business in roles ranging from CEO to spearheading charitable The Ernest L. & Ruth W. Finley Foundation
giving. There are now 19 restaurants located around Northern California, from the original “Shack” in Boyes Hot Springs, to locations in Sonoma, Napa, Marin, Solano, Contra Costa, Shasta and Placer counties. Mary’s family extends well beyond the branches of the family tree. She believed in supporting families, education and the community in ways big and small. There are countless stories of her sending a little extra food to make sure that families who were on a tight budget had enough to feed everyone. That commitment to the community - and especially to the children, has been passed down to Mary’s children and grandchildren who honor it today in a significant way. Today, the Mary’s Pizza Shack team supports a number of schools and youth organizations just as Mary Fazio would. Given LBC’s deep roots in the community—just like Mary’s Pizza Shack—and especially the wide range of LBC programs that impact Sonoma County youth, it seems like a perfect fit for Mary’s to be a part of the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office and AB114 Committee
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2018 PERFORMANCES
C A L E N DA R - AT- A - G L A N C E
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17 Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour! 18 Righteous Brothers, Bill Medley & Bucky Heard 23 A Magical Cirque Christmas 30 – Dec 2 Transcendence's Broadway Holiday Spectacular
All performances take place in the Ruth Finley Person Theater, unless otherwise indicated.
3 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
• Performed on the Wilhelm & Edith Wurst Stage in the Carston Cabaret • Performed in the Left Edge Studio Theatre
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4 An Evening with Randy Newman 5 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
10 Clover Sonoma Family Fun Series The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System
8 Gipsy Kings with special guest Vilray
16 Symphony Pops Series Holiday Soundtracks
9 Jim Gaffigan: The Fixer Upper Tour—TWO SHOWS!
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6 Josh Turner 8 IN THE MOOD, A Salute to America 13 Gin Blossoms & Big Head Todd and The Monsters 14 Live Nation Presents Anjelah Johnson 16 Redwood Credit Union Presents LBC’s 9th Annual Fiesta de Independencia—FREE! 20 Norah Jones—SOLD OUT! 22 43rd Annual San Francisco Comedy Competition Semi-Finals 27 An Evening with International Psychic Medium Anne Smith • 4 Aida Cuevas - Totalmente Juan Gabriel 5 The Simon & Garfunkel Story 6 Alison Krauss 11 Clover Sonoma Family Fun Series The New Chinese Acrobats 14 Symphony Pops Series Ellis Hall, Ambassador of Soul performing Ray Charles, Motown & Beyond 17 Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series Complexions Contemporary Ballet 19 Parcast: Serial Killers Live on Stage 19 – Nov 11 Left Edge Theatre presents Hand to God • 26 Ron White
NOV
DEC
18 Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker 22 Brian Wilson presents The Christmas Album Live with special guest Al Jardine
7 – 30 Left Edge Theatre presents The Naked Truth • 9 On the Road with T Bone Burnett: Stories, Music and Movies
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4 LeAnn Rimes Christmas Tour 7 Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series Posada Navideña by Ballet Folklórico de Sacramento
1 Anne Lamott & Eve Ensler: In Conversation 5 World of Dance 7 STRAIGHT UP PAULA! Paula Abdul 2018 North American Tour 9 Fourth Annual Wine Country Competition: Miss Latina Wine Country, Mr. Wine Country & Ms. Wine Country 10 Celtic Thunder X 14 #IMOMSOHARD Mom’s Night Out: Round 2
New shows added throughout the year! Visit lutherburbankcenter.org for the most up-to-date list. LBC members are the first to find out about new shows; see page 12 for more information.
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An Evening with Randy Newman
8PM
8.5 7PM
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
With songs that run the gamut from heartbreaking to satirical
Frankie Valli’s songs have been
and a host of unforgettable film scores, Randy Newman has
omnipresent in iconic movies
used his many talents to create musical masterpieces widely
such as The Deer Hunter,
recognized by generations of audiences.
Dirty Dancing, Mrs. Doubtfire, Conspiracy Theory, and The
After starting his songwriting career as a teenager, Newman launched into recording as a
Wanderers. As many as 200
singer and pianist in 1968 with his self-titled album Randy Newman. Throughout the 1970s he released several other acclaimed albums such as: 12 Songs, Sail Away, and Good Old
artists have done cover versions
Boys. In addition to his solo recordings and regular international touring, Newman began
of Frankie’s “Can’t Take My Eyes
composing and scoring for films in the 1980s. The list of movies he has worked on since
Off You,” from Nancy Wilson’s
then includes The Natural, Awakenings, Ragtime, all three Toy Story pictures, Seabiscuit, James and the Giant Peach, A Bug’s Life, Disney/Pixar’s Monsters Inc. and Monsters
jazz treatment to Lauryn Hill’s
University and, most recently, Cars 3 in 2017.
hip-hop makeover.
The highly praised 2008 Harps and Angels was Newman’s first album of new material since 1999. The Austin Chronicle wrote “the characters are memorable, the satire sharp, the
Valli’s long-lasting career has led to the
music luxurious, and the arrangements maybe the most gorgeous in all pop music.”
overwhelming success of the Broadway musical JERSEY BOYS, which chronicles Frankie Valli
Randy Newman’s many honors include
and the Four Seasons incredible career and
six Grammys, three Emmys, and two
features all of their greatest hits. The JERSEY
Academy Awards, as well as a star on
BOYS juggernaut has now been seen by over 23
the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2002 and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013—the same year he was given an Ivor Novello PRS for Music
million people worldwide, won 4 Tony Awards including Best Musical (2006), and is currently playing in New York, Las Vegas, London, and cities across the U.S. on a National Tour. It is the 12th longest running show in Broadway history.
Special International Award. Mostly
In 2014, Frankie Valli’s life story was once again featured – this time in the film adaptation
recently, Newman was presented
of JERSEY BOYS, directed by Academy Award winning director Clint Eastwood. Valli also
with a PEN New England Song Lyrics
returned to acting in Rob Reiner’s romantic comedy, And So It Goes, starring Michael
of Literary Excellence Award in June
Douglas and Diane Keaton. His mega hit “Big Girls Don’t Cry” was inducted into the Grammy
2014. His latest album, Dark Matter, was
Hall of Fame in 2015
released in 2017.
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The Gipsy Kings featuring Nicolas Reyes and Tonino Baliardo Special guest Vilray
F E AT U R E D P E R F O R M A N C E S
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Jim Gaffigan: The Fixer Upper Tour
Melding deep-heated flamenco,
Jim Gaffigan, who is one of the world’s highest grossing stand-up
rumba, salsa and pop to the
comedians, is currently on his Noble Ape international arena and
tune of 20 million albums sold,
theater comedy tour, with dates in China, Japan, Canada, and
the Grammy Award-winning
across Europe.
hit-makers behind Bamboléo celebrate in their very own, blistering tradition – taking
In January 2017, he premiered his fifth one-hour stand up special, Cinco, on Netflix, who also purchased the exclusive rights to Gaffigan’s four other stand-up specials in an unprecedented deal. Cinco garnered impressive reviews, with A.V. Club calling Jim, “One
audiences back to the south of
of our most intelligent observational humorists.” The album also earned a 2015 Grammy
France with flamenco guitars and
nomination for ‘Best Comedy Album of the Year.’
booming Spanish vocals.
In 2014, Gaffigan became one of only ten comics in history to sell out Madison Square
Uniting the family Reyes and the family Baliardo, the band continues a tradition that has drawn famous fans such as Picasso, Cocteau, Dali and Chaplin. From playing on the streets of Cannes and the hedonistic heights of St. Tropez, breaking world music barriers as one of the rare groups to climb the US and World music charts. Featured in the likes of The Big
Garden and a few months prior, Gaffigan had the honor of performing for Pope Francis and over 1 million attendees at the Festival of Families in Philadelphia. In 2016, Forbes named Jim as one of the world’s highest grossing comedians. Additionally, Jim is the most popular comic among Pandora users with over 647 million spins to date. In addition to his critically acclaimed semi-fictitious television show, The Jim Gaffigan Show,
Lebowski, Toy Story 3, and Glee, the band has embraced western classics by Bob Marley,
and his widely popular stand-up comedy and best-
the Doobie Brothers and The Eagles with globe-hopping grace, whilst also incorporating
selling books, Jim has guest starred on many television
dramatic cues from Brazilian and Caribbean culture.
comedies and dramas, ranging from Portlandia and The
Now bringing the party back to the United States this summer, The Gipsy Kings will raise the roof with dance-ready furor, returning to their groundbreaking eponymous album and the nomadic spirit that has led them to their latest, Savor Flamenco – giving audiences the “deep shout at the heart of our community.”
Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt to HBO's cult hits Flight of the Concords and Bored to Death to dramatic roles in all three versions of Law & Order. On the silver screen, his credits include Three Kings, Super Troopers, and Chappaquiddick amongst many others. Gaffigan was
Vilray (vill-ree) is a composer and performer raised in Brooklyn. He sings, whistles, and
recently seen in Chuck, opposite Liev Schreiber and
plays guitar in NYC and around the world. His recent work explores the depths of humor,
Naomi Watts and as the leading man in the comedy, You
heartache and romance captured in the varieties of Jazz and Country swing music played
Can Choose Your Family. Gaffigan’s other upcoming films
in the 1930s, 40s and 50s. With the 2017 release of three singles of original music, Vilray's
include the comedy, Drunk Parents (Alec Baldwin, Salma
unique take on the Tin Pan Alley style is gaining wider acclaim. These songs were entirely
Hayek) and as the voice of “Peng” in Duck Duck Goose
recorded live and lathe-cut to vinyl in real time—lending them a haunting warmth and
(Carl Reiner, Stephen Fry). Gaffigan currently lives in
authentic crackle
Manhattan with his wife Jeannie, and their five children.
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Josh Turner
8PM
Multi-platinum MCA Nashville
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IN THE MOOD, A Salute to America
6PM
"Seeing IN THE MOOD isn't an option. It's a must!"
recording artist Josh Turner, is one of country music’s most recognizable hit-makers. With a rich, deep voice and distinctive style, Turner has sold more than 8 million units, is a disciple of traditional country music and one of the youngest members of the esteemed Grand Ole Opry. From his 2003 platinum-selling
—BroadwayWorld.com The 25th Anniversary International Tour of IN THE MOOD will be taking the stage in A Salute to America celebrating that great era of swing dancing, singing and big band music. The musical revue features a 13 piece orchestra and singers and dancers that will be taking you away on the “Chattanooga Choo Choo” and on to “Take The A Train“ to tune you into that little bit of the “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy“ found in us all—Great orchestral arrangements, vocalists, dancers, musicians and period costumes — sheer American pizzazz!
debut Long Black Train to his most recent 2017
IN THE MOOD celebrates an unusual time in American Music...The 1940s Swing Era when
Billboard No. 1 release, Deep South, Turner has
all America was listening and dancing to the same kind of music. The Bands were drawing
garnered multiple GRAMMY, CMA, and ACM
big followings on radio and drawing record crowds at ballrooms and theaters and, for the
nominations. Turner’s hits include “Your Man,”
last time in history, America shared a common popular music that set the mood for a future
“Why Don’t We Just Dance,” “Firecracker,”
filled with promise, hope and prosperity. Don't miss this memorable event!
“Would You Go with Me,” “All Over Me,” and “Time Is Love,” the most played country song of 2012. Turner released his sixth studio album Deep South in March featuring the #1 hit single “Hometown Girl.” Turner shares, “I’ve lived a lot of life since the release of my last album (Punching Bag) and I’ve learned a lot during the making of this album. I have grown as a writer and as an artist. It’s been cool to see this culmination of life and lessons and age boiled down into this project and I am really proud of Deep South.” Turner wrote four of the 11 tracks on the highly-anticipated album including the title track and he is impressing fans and critics alike. Rolling Stone declares that Turner, with his “river deep baritone,” delivers an “eagerly awaited album from a country purist.” PEOPLE Magazine says the “Nashville veteran flaunts his deep bass” on Deep South and that the album is “an ode to down-home staples, from finding that perfect love on ‘Hometown Girl’ to savoring the laid-back life on the title track.”
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On the Road with T Bone Burnett: Stories, Music and Movies
F E AT U R E D P E R F O R M A N C E S
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9.13 8PM
Gin Blossoms & Big Head Todd and The Monsters
Accompanied by his guitar, film clips and decades’ worth of
The Gin Blossoms have
stories, T Bone covers everything from his early days touring
undoubtedly left their mark on
with Bob Dylan and collaborating with some of music’s biggest
the rock music map.
stars to his love of Americana music and his immensely influential work in film. Programs run 80+ minutes, including a 30 minute Q & A.
The Grammy-nominated band's fusion of melodic rock, pop, folk and country elements has helped pave the way for the modern rock of today. Fans around the world are very
T Bone takes audiences on a tour of his work and collaborations with musicians across
familiar with Gin Blossoms’ five-time Platinum
all genres, including Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison, Elton John, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss,
breakthrough album New Miserable Experience,
B.B. King, Tony Bennett, k.d. lang, Elvis Costello, Jack White, Taylor Swift, and Leon Russell,
containing gems like “Until I Fall Away,” “Found
among many others. He is also the musical genius behind numerous films, including the
Out About You,” “Hey Jealousy” and “Allison
Coen Brothers’ The Big Lebowski; O Brother, Where Art Thou? and Inside Llewyn Davis, as
Road.” Additional hit tracks include “Til I Hear
well as Cold Mountain; The Hunger Games; Across the Universe; and Crazy Heart.
It From You,” “Follow You Down,” and “As Long As It Matters.” Boasting record sales of over 10 million, the band continues to burn up the road performing over 120 tour dates per year as they ready a brand new record Mixed Reality released in the summer of 2018. Don’t miss all these great hit songs, a sampling of new music, and a rockin’-the-house-down show. Having played together for nearly three decades, Big Head Todd and The Monsters are putting their energy into promotion and touring around their 11th studio album New World Arisin’ which makes good on its forward-facing title with what might be the brashest rock and roll of their career. The album explores various subgenres, from the funky “Trip” to raging country-rock “Damaged One,” to the expansive storytelling in the Van Morrison/ Springsteen mode of “Wipeout Turn,” a Jimi Hendrix cover “Room Full of Mirrors,” and, in the title track, “New World Arisin” a Charley Patton-inspired tune that ended up with a heavy metal/gospel feel. From selling out Red Rocks Amphitheater nineteen times, playing the Denver Broncos Super Bowl Parade and releasing the single “Blue Sky,” a tribute to the space program (performed as a live wake-up call to the astronauts on the shuttle), the band has seen and done it all. What’s clear is Big Head Todd is one multi-headed rock monster, easily traversing the most accessible hooks and the heaviest grooves.
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Anjelah Johnson: More of Me Tour
9.16 1-7PM
Presents LBC’s 9th Annual Fiesta de Independencia
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes was born and
FREE ADMISSION! Celebrate Latino Heritage Month with a
raised in San Jose, California and is of
taste of Latin America in Sonoma County! Enjoy authentic food,
Mexican and Native American descent.
music, games and activities for the entire family.
She is one of five children and has a large extended family to which she remains close. In the beginning of her career, Johnson-Reyes was a professional cheerleader
• Rocio y su Sonora • Los Dinos
for the Oakland Raiders. As an Oakland Raiderette, she
• Mariachi Barragan
was named Rookie of the Year and even performed in
• Danza Azteca
Super Bowl XXXVII. After that year she decided to move to Los Angeles to pursue her dream of acting. She became an internet sensation with her viral video, “Nail Salon” which led to many stand up, television and film opportunities. That same year she joined the cast of, MADtv as a series regular, which spawned another internet sensation, “Bon Qui Qui.” This original character, a disgruntled fast food employee with no filter, has been enjoyed, viewed and replicated by over 65 million people worldwide. After recording and releasing 3 songs and 2 music videos as Bon Qui Qui, Anjelah signed a record deal with Warner Bros. Records to release a full album titled, “Gold Plated Dreams,” which she’s toured twice selling out both times. Bon Qui Qui teamed up with Benefit Cosmetics for her third music video “This Is How We Do It.” After the success
• Ballet Folklórico Ireri • Piñatas y Mucha Diversión para la Familia • Piñatas & Family Fun • Exhibición de Autos Low Rider • Low Rider Car Show • Exhibición Cultural • Cultural Exhibition • Bibliobús Gratis de Sonoma County • Free Bookmobile of Sonoma County • El Grito with the Mexican Consulate of San Francisco
of her debut album, Bon Qui Qui released a Christmas EP titled “Merry Hoodmas.”
• Exhibición Cultural con estudiantes locales
In June 2009, Anjelah recorded her first one-hour special for Comedy Central, That’s How
• Cultural Exhibition with local students
We Do It. Her second one-hour special, The Homecoming Show, aired on NUVOtv in July of 2013 and is currently available on Netflix. In 2014, Anjelah recorded her third hour special,
• Incredible Community Partners
Not Fancy, a Netflix original. In 2017, she filmed her fourth hour special Mahalo & Goodnight
Each year, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts and our Latino Advisory Council honors
in Honolulu, Hawaii. Johnson has starred in such films as Our Family Wedding, Alvin and the
a local business, non-profit organization, and individual who have demonstrated an
Chipmunks: The Squeakquel, Enough Said, The Resurrection of Gavin Stone, and the film
outstanding commitment to the Latino Community through volunteerism, education,
Mom's Night Out which not only features Anjelah but also her husband, musician Manwell
mentorship, or other personal and professional efforts. Nominate someone today!
Reyes of the musical duo Panda$
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Norah Jones — SOLD OUT!
8PM
9.22
43rd Annual San Francisco Comedy Competition Semi-Finals
8PM
Norah Jones first emerged on the
The San Francisco Comedy Competition is one of the most
world stage with the February
prestigious comedy events in North America—launching the
2002 release of Come Away With
careers of people like Ellen DeGeneres and Patton Oswalt.
Me, her self-described “moody little record” that introduced a singular new voice and grew into a global phenomenon, sweeping
It’s an outrageously funny evening where you will see the comedy stars of tomorrow competing for their chance at fame and fortune. Hundreds of comedians audition each year to compete in the San Francisco International Stand Up Comedy Competition. Only 30 are chosen. In its first year, Robin Williams came
the 2003 Grammy Awards and
in 2nd.
signaling a paradigm shift away
Many talented comedians have since emerged from this annual event to become major
from the prevailing pop music of
stars. It could be argued that The San Francisco Comedy Competition helps turn them into
the time. Since then, Norah has sold 47 million albums worldwide and become a 9-time GRAMMYwinner. She has released a series of critically acclaimed and commercially successful solo albums—Feels Like Home (2004), Not Too Late
diamonds as it is a true contest that develops its contestants by forcing them to adjust to a variety of audiences—in comedy clubs, colleges, casinos and theaters—while enduring the strain of an extended road trip. 1977 Comedy Competition Champ Dana Carvey went on to “Saturday Night Live.” 1979 Champ Marsha Warfield went on to “Night Court” to star as Roz the bailiff. 1982 finalist Kevin Pollak has achieved a major film career, as has 1987 finalist Rob Schneider.
(2007), The Fall (2009), and Little Broken Hearts
Two first runners up—Ellen DeGeneres in 1985
(2012)—as well as albums with her collective
and Mark Curry in 1989—landed their own TV
bands The Little Willies and Puss N Boots. The 2010 compilation …Featuring Norah Jones
series. Since appearing here in 2011, Jimmy O
showcased her incredible versatility by collecting her collaborations with artists as diverse
Yang has gone on to join the cast of “Silicon
as Willie Nelson, Outkast, Herbie Hancock, and Foo Fighters. Little Broken Hearts, which
Valley” and made a scene stealing appearance
was produced by Danger Mouse, was a fascinating step in the artistic evolution of one
in the movie, “Patriot Day” that has Hollywood
of the music world’s most consistently intriguing singer-songwriters. The release of Day
talking.
Breaks (2016) saw Norah come full circle with a remarkable album that found her returning to the piano and her jazz roots. Norah will perform songs from Day Breaks and catalog with acclaimed musicians Brian Blade (drums) and Chris Thomas (bass) on the upcoming tour. Norah continues to prove herself as this era’s quintessential American artist, the purveyor of an unmistakably unique sound that weaves together the threads of several bedrock styles of American music: country, folk, rock, soul, jazz.
With this history and much more, the San Francisco Comedy Competition has a wellearned reputation as an important showcase of young entertainers who will make it. Get your tickets early, as this night of amazing comedians sells out every year!
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Aida Cuevas Totalmente Juan Gabriel Pre-show discussion at 7pm
The “Queen of Ranchera Music” Aida Cuevas presents a mariachi spectacle, paying tribute to her dearest friend and greatest mentor, Juan Gabriel. Performing her legendary friend’s biggest hits from her new album Totalmente Juan Gabriel, Cuevas exhibits her stunning vocals on “Te Lo Pido Por Favor,” “Te Sigo Amando,” “La Diferencia,” among others. The concert features Cuevas’ Mexico City based mariachi band, Mariachi Juvenil Tecalitlán, with special guest musicians on the requinto guitar, accordion, percussion and keys. An unforgettable concert featuring two Mexican icons, two masters of the mariachi genre, two lifelong friends and musical partners: Aida Cuevas sings to Juan Gabriel.
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The Simon & Garfunkel Story
8PM
“A Real Treat” | “Amazing” | “Enchanting” | “Simply Incredible” Direct from its success in London's West End, a sold-out UK tour, and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is a critically acclaimed concert style theater show about how two boys from Queens, New York became the world's most successful music duo of all time. This moving and powerful 50th Anniversary Celebration features original film footage and a live band performing all the hits including "Mrs. Robinson," "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "The Sound of Silence" and many more. This is a show not to be missed!
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Alison Krauss
8PM
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C LOV E R S O N O M A FA M I LY FU N S E R I E S
The New Chinese Acrobats
Alison Krauss effortlessly bridges the gap between roots music
Created in association
and genres such as pop, rock, country and classical.
with the world-famous
She has released 14 albums and has sold more than 12 million records to date. With 27 wins, she is the most awarded female artist in GRAMMY history. Krauss recently released the critically acclaimed record Windy City, a collection of 10 classic country songs carefully selected with producer Buddy Cannon. Windy City debuted at #1 on the Country and Bluegrass Billboard charts. She has received a multitude of other honors throughout her career, including nine Country Music Association awards and 14 International Bluegrass Music Association awards. Alison has also contributed songs to numerous films, including O Brother, Where Art Thou? and Cold Mountain. Her 2007 platinum album Raising Sand with Robert Plant won six Grammy Awards including Album of the Year, and was followed by 2011’s charttopping, Paper Airplane with her longtime collaborators Union Station.
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Cirque Eloize company, The New Chinese Acrobats represent the next step in the evolution of acrobatic companies from the East. Mixing new techniques and acts with ancient traditions, The New Chinese Acrobats present the opportunity to view the best of China’s ancient folk art, mixed with the style and virtuosity of today’s generation. With performers selected from across China for their high-level acrobatic skills and innovative staging, the show includes award-winning acts from prestigious circus festivals such as Monte Carlo Circus Festival and World Circus Festival of Paris.
FAMILY DATE NIGHT! Starting one hour before the show, join us for FREE FUN WITH ART and a variety of FOOD AND DRINKS from our concessions stand. We have everything you need for a great day or night out with your family!
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SYMPHONY POPS SERIES
Ellis Hall, Ambassador of Soul performing Ray Charles, Motown & Beyond
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Symphony Pops kicks off its 2018-19 Season with a powerful show—Ray Charles, Motown & Beyond featuring Ray Charles’ protégé, the electrifying Ellis Hall, “Ambassador of Soul,” and former lead singer for Tower of Power. The vocalist and multi-instrumentalist will join the Santa Rosa Symphony and Maestro Michael Berkowitz to perform hit songs by Marvin Gaye, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, George Harrison and more. When it comes to music, Ellis Hall does it all. He is a seasoned and accomplished vocalist in possession of a powerful 5-octave range. He is a songwriter, arranger, producer and educator that teaches clinics in which he records all the parts of a song in 45 minutes. Ellis’ first instrument was drums before he went on to master piano, keyboards, guitar and—his favorites—upright and electric bass. Across a career of 40-plus years and counting, Ellis Hall has proven himself as an all-around performer that has entertained audiences on five continents, sharing stages with giants ranging from James Taylor, Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle and Toby Keith to Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Bobby Womack, George Duke and Sheila E. His reputation of excellence earned Ellis the moniker, “The Ambassador of Soul.”
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YOUR LBC
YOUR LBC
Art of Dessert Congratulations
Community Gathering Place
The 15th Annual Art of Dessert was a thoroughly enjoyable evening,
Over 30 years ago members of the North Bay community came together to create Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Since then, we have grown with you to become the community’s gathering place and your arts center. Certainly we are your destination for the many diverse arts and entertainment shows we present—over 200 annually from comedy to concerts, dance to theatrical events. Your children attend our school shows and you explore the artwork and sculpture on campus. Perhaps you’ve selected your Christmas tree or picked the perfect Halloween pumpkin from our South Lot or joined 3,000 of your neighbors for the all-day campus-wide free Fiesta event each September. It’s also here at LBC that many of you have attended a prom or a wedding, a community forum corporate meeting, a job fair, the wedding expo or similar trade event. And likely each week, you may have stopped by the Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers’ Market. LBC is so much a part of Sonoma County—part of your lives in many ways. Think of us as Your LBC—we certainly do. We value your trust in us and always welcome you here. Today you are here to enjoy one of our shows—the signature way to experience LBC. We also want to salute others on campus that are a part of Your LBC: Resident Companies
Campus Partners
Left Edge Theatre produces a professional season of ambitious performances in search of what is best in ourselves and in the human spirit.
Anova Center for Education’s mission is to provide innovative educational and behavioral services to children and adults with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, emotional disturbance, and other neuro-developmental impairments.
Roustabout Theater Company is a professional theater company presenting contemporary musicals and classic plays.
boasting 6 celebrity judges, 30 artisan desserts, 35 inspiring young musicians, and over $400,000 raised for LBC’s Education Through the Arts programs. 40,000 local youth will start a life-long engagement with the arts thanks to the generosity of our community.
Congratulations to the LBC Dessert Competition Winners: Best Overall - Isabelle Mazeaud of IMA Cake Couture Best Taste - Carolyn Besse of Your Sweet Expectations Best Presentation - Mapi Castel of Mapi’s Cakes Creativity and Originality - Casey Stone of John Ash & Company Most Sentimental - Tina Zettel of Willow Tree Bakery
Legal-Ese, LLC is an attorney-supervised paralegal firm that has been serving the people of Sonoma County for the past 25 years. Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers' Market: Year-round: Wednesdays & Saturdays 8:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. offering fresh bounty from local farmers.
This is the place to connect with your neighbors and experience how inspiring the arts can be. We are YourLBC.org
Save the date and plan to join us for the 2019 Art of Dessert on March 30. Check out event photos on the LBC website, or for more information, please email dev@lutherburbankcenter.org.
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REMOVING ROADBLOCKS TO THE ARTS We believe these benefits should be shared by all and are working to remove financial barriers to the arts in our community. Evert Person’s ArtReach Each year, the Center distributes approximately 17,000 free and reduced-price tickets to low-income students and community members.
Education Through the Arts
The Evert Person Bus Fund Grants for student transportation to the theater Subsidized Programming Live performances at an affordable price
The Arts—Where Learning Comes To Life! Serving 40,000 children and adults annually from five counties. The Center’s nationally-recognized Education Through the Arts program uses the arts to teach core subjects, including math, science, and reading, to create new ways of learning and improve engagement and understanding.
EACH YEAR WE... Present nearly
Serve
Operate a
weekday morning SCHOOL SHOWS
Students with in-depth artist-led classroom instruction, through
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30 120 450
for North Bay school children that correspond to their classroom learning. For many children, this is their first time seeing a live performance.
ARTISTS IN THE SCHOOLS WORKSHOPS.
called Music for Schools, allowing low-income students the opportunity to participate in their school’s band or orchestra program.
Offer more than
500 hours of PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
opportunities for teachers, helping them learn how to integrate the arts into their core curriculum lessons.
Member, Kennedy Center Partners in Education Program
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LBC Arts & Education Fund Make a gift to the LBC Arts & Education Fund and know that your donation is going directly to support programs benefitting more than 40,000
local children, and their teachers and parents. Here are just a few examples of the impact these programs have each year: More than 450 musical instruments loaned through our Music for Schools library, enabling low-income students to participate in their school’s band or orchestra programs; Each summer, 150
underserved youth engage in creative self-expression and forge positive connections with their peers, families, and cultural heritage through through Visual Arts Camp and Mariachi Camps;
17,000+ free and reduced-price tickets issued to low-income
students, ensuring that they can attend performances along with the rest of their classmates – for many, it is their first time in a theater;
Dozens of teachers in Sonoma, Mendocino, Lake, Napa, and Marin counties integrate the arts into their classrooms, strengthening the learning of core subjects like math, science, and literature.
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Integrating the Arts into my classroom has made my students deeper thinkers. The LBC’s excellent trainings are affecting the education of hundreds and hundreds of students each year.
”
– Bonnie Raines, 3rd Grade Teacher, Santa Rosa
L B C A R T S & E D U C AT I O N F U N D
Our new Monthly Giving option lets you maximize your financial commitment with automatic monthly credit card payments. By giving monthly, you provide on-going support for the LBC Arts and Education Fund and help ensure the sustainability of our programs. Here’s a sampling of what a small monthly gift can do:
$12.50
allows 20
students to attend a School Show
$25
buys two
instruments for the lending library
$50
sends 10 teachers to a professional development workshop
/ MONTH
/ MONTH
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$100
refurbishes 125
$125
provides backpacks with arts supplies for 50
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/ MONTH
instruments in the lending library campers
To make a gift to the LBC Arts & Education Fund, visit lutherburbankcenter.org/EducationFund or call Susanne at 707.800.7505.
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WHAT OUR MEMBERS, DONORS, AND SPONSORS MAKE POSSIBLE
Our Stories: From Page to Stage
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Today is the first time I've seen a play. I learned you can be anything if you work hard.
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– Gabriela, 3rd grader Luther Burbank Elementary School
In February 2018, Gabriela and her 3rd grade class went to the LBC to see a play. Not only was it Gabriela’s first play, it made a big impression on her. Each year, our From Page to Stage program — which is funded by LBC members and donors — gives 155 third graders a book and reads it out loud with them in class. A few days later, they’re at the LBC seeing a live performance based on the book. Afterward they get to interview the actors and enjoy a milk and cookies reception. This happens three times during the year — with three different books and performances. The first book Gabriela’s class read, and play they saw, was about Benjamin Franklin.
life. How? Because he believed in himself and never gave up. The play brought this to life for her in a very vivid way. “I learned that if I want to be a teacher or a doctor, I have to work hard,” says Gabriela. “The play showed me first I have to do the right things, not the wrong things.” Many of the students in the From Page to Stage program have had little or no access to the Arts. Some of them are living in very difficult circumstances with few resources. “The play hit on so many important topics for our students,” says 3rd grade teacher Anne West. “They were smiling and leaning forward in their seats. It was having an instantaneous effect on them. This is transformational for some of them.” Gabriela and her class loved that the actor who portrayed Ben Franklin asked them to provide sound effects — like snapping their fingers to create the sound of rain — and invited a few students up to play small roles. They were riveted throughout the play. “The Luther Burbank Center does great things for kids,” says Gabriela. “I will always remember you gave us the book and the play for free.” She’s looking forward to her next two From Page to Stage experiences
“It was good to learn about Ben Franklin,” Gabriela says. She was inspired by the fact that young Ben had experienced a very hard childhood, but overcame it and accomplished a lot of good things in his
Want to get involved and help support this great program? Make a donation to the LBC Arts & Education Fund. For more information, contact Susanne at 707.800.7505, or donate online at lutherburbankcenter.org/EducationFund.
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Visual Art at the LBC C U R R E N T LY O N E X H I B I T Luther Burbank Center for the Arts has long been committed to the presentation of contemporary visual art. The Center’s expansive campus currently features works by fourteen local and regional artists, including Robert Ellison, Dennis Leon, Diana Meehan, and Roberto Santo.
CONNIE BUTLER ROBERT ELLISON C H R I S TO PH ER E VA N S BRUCE JOHNSON DENNIS LEON DIANA MEEHAN DANIEL OBERTI A ARON POOVEY M A T T R A P A LY E A ROBERTO SANTO PAT R I C K S C O T T FR ANK SCHUELER THOMAS WAL SH
We invite you to take a self-guided tour of our collection during regular business hours. For more information on visual art at the LBC, please visit: lutherburbankcenter.org/visual-art
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Help Make the Magic Happen
Volunteer Today!
From ushering at a performance to working with students through our education and outreach programs, our 200-plus volunteers provide vital service to the Center and bring enrichment of the arts to our community. Volunteer opportunities include: Usher Art Walk Docent Family Show Art Table Assistant Administrative Support To learn more and apply, visit lutherburbankcenter.org/ volunteer
VOLUNTEER
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Getting and Giving Great Experiences Alicia Carrasco-Aldoney has been a faithful volunteer at the Center since 2005. As an usher, she enthusiastically collects tickets at the theater door, escorts patrons to their seat location and hands them a Patron Program to peruse before the performance. Did she show you to your seat tonight? About ten years ago, Alicia attended her first performance at LBC, the folk group Quilapayún, from her home country of Chile. She liked how the ushers worked with people and asked about getting involved. A self-professed ‘people person,’ Alicia loves chatting with the guests who attend the shows. “It’s not a chore - I love talking to people!” Working at three school shows within one week this January, Alicia was especially delighted seeing the children visit the Center. She’s proud to be a part of the LBC, because it “exposes children and young people to the arts.” When Alicia first moved to Sonoma County from Chile, she lived with her sister. She eventually got her own place but, sadly, was displaced by the October fire. After all Alicia has been through, we are truly grateful that she still finds time to volunteer with us! Alicia believes The Center is very important for the community and she is thankful the fire damage to the building was minimal. While all of us in Sonoma County try to settle in to a ‘new normal,’ we want to recognize those who continue to give, even when they are in need themselves. One thing that came through after the fires, and continues to resonate, is how important our sense of connection within our community is, and the strength and resilience we all share. If you happen to see Alicia tonight, be sure to give her a big heartfelt ‘Thank you’! We’re happy to have her as part of our family. We couldn’t do it without volunteers like Alicia. We are Your LBC. Interested in having your own great experiences as a volunteer for the LBC? Visit lutherburbankcenter.org/volunteer today!
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DONORS
The Board of Directors of Luther Burbank Center for the Arts gratefully acknowledges the generous annual support of members, donors, and sponsors for gifts received as of June 30, 2018. $100,000 and Above Lytton Rancheria - Lytton Band of Pomo Indians Rodney Strong Vineyards The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation
Gary and Rebecca Rosenberg/ Rosenberg Enterprises Joan and Mack Schwing Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Greg Yates/Face & Body Professionals Inc.
$50,000–$99,000
$5,000–$9,999
County of Sonoma, Advertising Fund Ernest L. and Ruth W. Finley Foundation Freeman Lexus - Toyota Nelson Family of Companies Nelsonjobs.com Susan and Alan Preston/Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
$25,000–$49,999
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Clover Sonoma County of Sonoma, AB114 Committee Exchange Bank Betty E. Freeman In memory and honor of Selma Mayer Isenberg and her son, Jean Isenberg Pisenti & Brinker LLP, CPAs and Advisors Professional Program Insurance Brokerage Redwood Credit Union Alan and Susan Seidenfeld Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP Daniel T. Steele Jr. and Juneko Steele Daniel T. Steele III Sherry and Pete Swayne Vantreo Insurance Brokers Anonymous
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Hon. David and Deborah Ballati/ Schwab Charitable Fund The Better Life Foundation Ann and Gordon Blumenfeld Denis and Margaret Brown George and Sue Bull/Schwab Charitable Fund Dr. John Buzza and Martha Buzza CARE Foundation Charlie's at the Windsor Golf Club Michael and Kathleen Chiappari/ Northern Electric Inc. Walter and Kathryn Clark/United Auto Center Community Foundation Sonoma County Jack and Linda Gardner Steve and Mary Graves/U.S. Charitable Gift Trust Jeff Hays and Carole Shorenstein Quincey Tompkins Imhoff and Dan Imhoff/Community Foundation Sonoma County John Ash & Co./Vintners Inn Brandon and Victoria Levine Nancy Lyons Margie Mejia Lewis Meyers Rick Nowlin and Don Strand Daniel Ocampo Carolyn Petersen Jan Rodriguez SMILE Orthodontics Bert and Nancy Steele Sydnee Steele-Dupree Tracey and Larry Stidham Western States Arts Federation Paul and Vivienne Wilcock Anonymous
$3,000–$4,999 All Things Book Julie Bova and Allan Csiky Sanford and JoAnne Bressick Brad and Robin Calkins Marisha Chilcott, MD City of Santa Rosa
Robert and Sandy Comstock Richard and Anne Davis Bruce DeCrona Randy and Shelley Destruel/ Mead Clark Lumber Co. Jim and Margaret Foley/ Petrichor Vineyards Bill and Suzie Friedman/ Friedman’s Home Improvement Belinda Guadarrama/ G.C. Micro Corporation Christopher and Amy Hunsberger Tim and Ariel Kelley Kenneth and Sharon Maiolini/ Risk Management Services Mary's Pizza Shack Kurt Mitchler, DDS Bruce and Lauren Morrison Philip and Maureen Murphy PG&E Corporate Foundation Mr. and Mrs. William Pitcher Gary and Barbara Schepis Bob and Tammy Siela Sonoma Clean Power Sonoma County Children's Charities St. Joseph Health Stare Fund Mark and Terri Stark/Stark Reality Restaurants Mike and Jessica Sutton Alice Thomas Richard Todd/ General Contractor John and Laura Whiting Richard Yonash and Sonya Yonash Mary Zern and Karen Macken Elizabeth Zitrin/Zitrin Foundation Anonymous
$1,500–$2,999 Richard and Evalena Abazia Robert and Nancy Aita/Aita & Associates Insurance Marketing, Inc. Mike and Sandy Archer Chuck Bartley Leo Bartolotta/Geary, Shea, O’Donnell, Gratton, and Mitchell, P.C. Marcus and Mary Beth Benedetti/Clover Stornetta Farms, Inc. Barry and Gail Ben-Zion
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A LOOK BACK
Great LBC Performances 2017
Experience Hendrix – 2.23
Neil Gaiman 3.31
BODYTRAFFIC – 4.25
Graham Nash 3.29
Brain Candy Live – 4.7
Trevor Noah 11.22
Move – Beyond Live – 6.17
#IMOMSOHARD – 6.14 CONCERT PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE JENNINGS
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Robyn Bramhall and Ellen Maremont Silver Anne and Jerry Brisgel/Santa Rosa Shoes Jim and Cindy Brown Orin and Ravelle Burgess/ Burgess Lumber Mary Cardaras and Francesca Fifis Lynne Carpenter Carmen and Perri Castaldi Cello Duo Linda and Carlos Chavez James Chin, DDS and Tracy Chin Brooke Clyde and Ruth Skedmore Lisa Clyde Cold Stone Creamery Jona Consani Kevin and Nancy Cooper/ Schwab Charitable Fund Henry and Glenda Corning Mark and Terri Crawford Patricia Daniels Linda and Elliott Daum Stephen D. Davis, DDS Susan and Michael Delmanowski Carol and Joe DePond/Keysight Technologies Inc Michael and Mary Ann DiMatteo DJ and Monique Drennan Bill and Roxanne Edelen Ridgely Evers and Colleen McGlynn/DaVero Farms & Winery Dr. Reed and Nancy Ferrick/ Schwab Charitable Fund Elisha and Bob Finney/Schwab Charitable Fund John and Denise Fitzgerald/ Landesign Construction & Maintenance, Inc. Anthony A. George Anna and Karl Granneman Julia L. Grant/Community Foundation Sonoma County Barbara Grasseschi and Tony Crabb Claudia Grebe/Empire Floors Ron and Geri Hadley Marc Hagenlocher and Anita Wiglesworth Stephen Halpern John Hamm and Joanna Rees/ Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Gary and Nancy Hartwick Gary Heck/The Heck Foundation James and Mary Henderson/ Henderson Architect Dick Holm/Holm Industries Jack and Kathryn Howard Glenn and Pamela Illian Robin Johnson Kiwanis Club of Oakmont Foundation
Dennis Kohke Mr. and Mrs. James G. Laier Jr. Tom and Cheryl Langbein John Mackie and Kate Ecker Kevin and Cathy McCullough Michael P. and Maureen Merrill Stephen and Christina Miller Scott Minnis In memory of Jim Mogck JP Montemayor Thomas and Kathryn Moore Ian Morris and Jennifer Voss Peggy Mulhall-Bliss and Leland Bliss Katie and Denny Murphy Gary and Marcia Nelson/Marin Community Foundation Robin and Stu Nixon Ernesto and Rita Olivares Nancy and Steven Oliver Caren Patrick and Bob Appleby/ Atascadero Creek Winery Shannon Patricks and Rowena Varnadore Amy and Matt Petruska/ Medtronic Your Cause LLC Frank and Nancie Pipgras Nick and Chrystie Prokopakis Wendy Quinn/Western Industrial, Inc. Debbie Raike Steven and Teri Read Bill and Mary-Louise Reinking Joseph and Pixie Romano/ Generator Joe Inc. James and Elese Rundel Carmen and Bruce Selfridge Robin Seltzer and Bill Wertzberger Ann Shilling/Office Furniture World SHN Theatres Teresa Skarr/Medtronic Your Cause LLC Sonoma Country Day School Marlene and Martin Stein/Jewish Community Foundation Darlene and Willie Tamayo/La Tortilla Factory Jeffrey and Lesa Taylor Thomas Family Foundation, Inc. Dr. Paul Tiernan/Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Cathy and Mark Trione Lorraine Webster Tunzi Justin and Angela Walling/ Counterpoint Construction Services Inc Mark R. Walsh and Debi Benedetti Shirley and Bill Ward/Fidelity Charitable Fund Dr. and Mrs. Charles K. Wear/ Schwab Charitable Fund Susan and Damon Weatherly
Pat Withers Mike and Katie Wright/ Wright Contracting Gordon Zlot/KZST/KJZY/ KTRY/KWVF Lauren Mills and Jay Zwitter Anonymous (3)
$1,000–$1,499 Jim and Donna Arnold Associated Students of SSU Clubs Nancy and Jim Cartan/ Laguna Vineyards Mapi Castel/Mapi's Cakes Tim and Pam Chanter Kevin and Susan Etter Gonzalez/Garcia Family Sam and Ava Guerrera Leah and John Hansen Jim and Shari Hanson Mark and Beth Hanson Marilyn and Robert Heller Hillcrest Middle School Geoffrey and Ann Hudson Jacquin Family Kathleen Koran Kathy Kumpula Gary and Rhonda LeKander Dante Lucas Maria Luna Joan E. Gates and Steve L. Marlowe Jess and Debra Marzak Cameron and Ashley Mauritson Myrna and Andy Mejia Judith Metcalf and Lori Wohl Joel Murray Kathy Ogas, Tomaras & Ogas, LLP Amy and Matt Petruska/ Medtronic Your Cause LLC Daryl and Giselle Phillips/Phillips Seabrook Associates Judd E. Reed and Susie E. Steen Jon and Susan Reiter Schipper Design, LLC Rekha and Michael Schipper Sonoma County Folk Society Dan and Amy Tocchini Brenda Tomaras/Tomaras & Ogas, LLP Ellen and Bruce Tucker Melinda Wagner Donald Wallace and Kim Stare-Wallace Linda Walling/Nationwide Real Estate Tax Service Inc. John Wendell Catherine Williams and Mary Kay Macy Peter and Sara Woodfield Eric and Janet Ziedrich
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Gerri Annis and Jimmy Annis Fidel and Susan Aragon Mark Berry Keith T. Becker/DeDe's Rentals & Property Management, Inc. Beedle Family Pat and Gayle Berry/ Berry's Market Tom and Jane Borton Jennifer and Brian Brown George Buce In memory of G & R Burkert Callinan Lllamas Family Deborah Cherkas and Larry Olsen Dale Crane/Action Plumbing Michael and Lori De Loach Richard and Sharon DeBenedetti Dr. Roger Delgado and Linda Delgado Gary and Marilou Dennis Dr. Jean and Mr. Jerry Eilerman Nazar and Helena Eljumaily Susanne and Andy Esquivel Fosnight Family Will Furth and Jennifer Lee Jones Gantz Family Vineyards Richard Hinman and Cynthia Gillick Joanne R. Goebel John and Kim Graves Gantry and Tracy Griffin Savannah Hill Music Scholarship Fund Kaylene and Kurt Hirtzer Karen and Kevin Holloway Gordon Hominick Steven M. Howe Dan and Lilli Inman Arden and Tony Kinnear Dave and Pam Kraft D. Lazzarini Family David and Donna Lee Traci Levin Rachel Magann Nariman Manoochehri Luba Markoff/Keysight Technologies Inc. Theresa Martinelli-Jones Chris and Catherine Martini Sharon and Brian Masterson Robin McGillicuddy Richard McOmber Russell Messana Ali and Kathleen Molavi Mr. and Mrs. Murphy Michael and Marjorie Nunley/ Nunley Engineering Stephen and Lynn Olsen Ron and Jane Pavelka Darrell and Bonnie Peloquin Nancy Perucchi
Mark Quattrocchi and Tina Kelly Saini Farms Inc. Jeff and Linda Sargent Steve and Coral Saxe Kate Schaffner Emile and Catherine Serpa Mr. and Mrs. Robert Spain Thomas Weber and Stephanie Reib Erich Williams/Wikiup Veterinary Hospital Robin Williams Susan Winter Evan E. Zelig, Esq. Anonymous (2)
$300–$599 Gayda Airth Elaine Alaura and William Matty Edward and Jackie Albini Robert and Tracy Amiral Anthony and Diane Anderson Dianne Anderson Sid and Sylvia Andreis Gary and Mary Antolini Tom and Pat Babb Bill Baird and John Kennedy Linda Balabanian Joe and Les Ballesteros Marlene Barella and Christine Kay Faso Daniel Bargar/Wells Fargo Advisors Robert and Jeanette Bartley Joe Bartolomei and Sharon Henderson Robin and Shirlene Bastar Alan C. Beckstead and Danny Lerma Carole Behlke and Mike Faria Linn and Mona Benson Steve Berlin Mathew and Laura Birdsall Pamela Boaz and Cynthia Boaz Betsy and Scott Boes Dino and Peggy Boito Michael and Penny Bolger Robert and Elizabeth Bortolotto Paul and Ulia Bostrom Jennie Bower John and Valerie Brady Stuart and Suzanne Bryan David and Corinne Byrd Dennis and Deanna Byrne The Camarillo Family Butch and Karen Cameron Fran Campanian Steve Canevari Robert Cannon and Janet McCullouch Stacey Carlo Jim and Judy Carlsen Mrs. Linda Carlson
Rocky Chase John Childers Larry Childs George and Carolyn Cinquini Don Clark Ms. Margaret Clarson Kyle Clausen and Bethany Moritz Brian and Jessica Cole Lynn Cominsky and Garrett Jernigan Janet and Michael Connors Dorothy Conrad Norma Cooper and Karen Cooper Paul and Sherrie Corbett Mark Cordeiro and James Cleland Allen Cortez and Natasha Kahl Christopher G. and Hillary Costin/Beyers Costin Simon Lance and Barbara Cottrell Audrey Bush and Chris Crispo Steven and Lynne Czegus Terry and Joanne Dale Geoffrey and Nancy Dalwin Caroline Daniels and Katherine Wernick Sally Davies Guy and Judy Davis Roy and Nancy Davis Susan Davis Sheelagh Degnan and Kathleen Fischer/Circuit Fitness Plus Tom and Pauline DeWitt / DeWitt's Tire Recycle Karen and Bruce Dodge Gary and Linda Dolen Barry and Cindy Dreher David and Jeanne Dreikosen Ronald Du Preez and Courtney Cochran Jim and Kitty Durborow Chris and Joanie Elliott Carol and Michael Ellis Ms. Christine Emond Julia Erickson Francine Ann Espineira James Evans and Anna Van Loon-Evans David and Kathleen Faris Robert Faust Mindy Feldman Sharon Fisher and Keith Evans Joyce and Terry Flynn Rita and Joe Fong Rod and Peggy Foote W. David Ford and Margaret Ford Debra and John Franzman Brian and Sheri Fresquez Nancy and Mike Frost/West County Net Victoria Fullerton
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Stew Lauterbach and Barbara Swary Paul and Doris Lawler/Lakewood Village Mini Storage Katherine Leader and Dominic Bosque Rachel Legrand Veronika and Peter Lenzi Lucy Lewand Jim and Jennifer Lewis Mark Lingenfelder and Susan Whithair Mark and Vicky Locey Sharon M. Long and Rae L. Black Vern and Teresa Losh Valerie Lovato Paul Lumpkin and Dugan Reber Anne and Lisa Macdevitt Richard and Beverley Madden Jeffrey and Diana Madura Ronald and Gail Makara Bill and Jane Mangham Paul Margarit Luba Markoff/Keysight Technologies Inc. Kay M. Marquet Teresa and Dave Martinelli Military Servicemembers, Teachers, and First Responders Florence McBride Jeff and Anne McBride Kenneth McChesney Joe McCrary and Susan Leick Patty McFerrin PJ Lenz-McIlroy and Douglas McIlroy Joseph and Lisa McNaughton Bill and Lisa Meisner Sharon Mejia Gay Meyer Gene and Carole Michel Ted and Mary Lou Milkoff Thomas and Joanne Miller Scott and Patty Minaker Mary Mize and William Buffalow Linda Moore and Vince Kennedy Tom and Margit Lowenstein Barry and Natalie Morris Dr. Michael Motley Ellen Mufson Glee and Chuck Murphy Steve and Valerie Nagle Jeff Negri Janis and Dan Nicholas Robert and Nancy Novak Anthy O'Brien Ernest and Charlene Ohlson Dr. Greg Olson Michael O'Neill Virginia O'Neill Eloise Oretsky Gary and Michele Orsinger
Deborah Ostrander PG&E Foundation Susan Pack Eileen Paul and Vicki Mastbaum Patrick and Aara Pedersen William Pedersen Renae and Bruce Perry Susan and Sandra Peters Mr. and Mrs. Michael Pigoni Robin Piloni Karen and Russell Pinomaki Ann Marie Pitts Steve and Christine Pletkin Paula Prideaux In memory of Nathan Abdallah Proto Mike and Carol Purvis Kim Puszczewicz Joel Reif and Deana Abramowitz Sandy Reynolds Scott and Marta Rich Joan Riebli Richard and Karen Rocklewitz Deborah L Ross and Martin McKinney Dennis and Martha Ruggles Alejandro Salas Antonio Salas Marcus Sanchez Mrs. Janice Saxon Rich and Alissa Scheblik Al and Cindy Schmidt Tim and Arryn Schram Emma Shanahan Peter and Patricia Shapiro Jordan and Kathleen Shields Honora Shipe Henry and Janet Shultz Al and Stella Siedentopf Conrad and Lynn Silva Beverly Singer and Harry Humes Art and Judi Slater Aaron and Jennifer Smith Bill and Marisa Snow Larry and Diane Stallings Dennis Stead Susan Stein Ann Sterman Susan Stern and Manuel Rodriguez Cindy and Bob Stoesser Eddie and Mary Kate Story Larry and Rita Tanner Scott and Bernadette Taylor William H. and Lorna R. Taylor In memory of Ritch Theis Jeff and Christa Thomas Richard and Susan Thomsen Allan and Beth Thorpe Heidi Timko
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PLANNED GIVING
T H E L A M O N A J O H N S O N WA L R AV E N L E G A C Y S O C I E T Y
What is YOUR Legacy? See your investment in the LBC
From where you sit, you can see your investment in the LBC directly and immediately. Your support makes it possible for us to create lasting memories while we enrich, educate and entertain our audiences. Thank you! What would you like your investment to look like years, or even decades, from now? Have you considered the LBC in your legacy plans? If you want to ensure that the LBC will continue here for future generations, consider naming the Center in your will or trust. Then, join the Lamona Johnson Walraven Legacy Society, and let us thank you now for your future investment. To learn more, contact Robin Seltzer at 707.800.7525 or rseltzer@lutherburbankcenter.org.
Lamona Johnson Walraven, a longtime Santa Rosa resident, was a high school teacher and counselor who came of age at a time when most women did not pursue higher education. She earned a master’s degree from UC Berkeley, then shared her love for learning with her family and students, believing that all would thrive through the benefits of an education. Through her bequest, Lamona left a lasting impact on Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, with the largest legacy gift ever received, benefitting both girls and boys through her largesse.
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Margaret Tourje and Jane Krensky/Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Chris Valentino Yudith Vargas Kitty Victorino Matthew and Nikki Villano Bob and Janice Wadsworth Jo-Anne Wallace Henry and Sharon Wasik Robin Waters Brad and Jeanne Weaver Jack and Patie Wegman Joshua Weil and Claire Mollard George and Shea Wells Randy Wells Andy and Sam Werback York Westgate Mark and Nancy Wheeler Laura Wooley Corey Wilkes Chuck and Pam Wolf Michael and Stephanie Woods Vickie Worden Kevin and Caryn Worswick Frank and Elna Wyles Nancy T. Zanolini Rick and Barbara Ziesche Anonymous (18)
$150–$299 Steve and Suzanne Abrams Terry and Christine Ackerman Gregory and Caroline Ackroyd Jay and Ana Alexander Frank Anderson Marta Anderson and Steve Price The Anderson Family Delfino & Christina Andrade
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Bill and Victoria Andrews Jack and Nancy Andring Leslie Angus and Kim Henry Frank and Christine Arriaza William and Kara Atkinson Debra Ausiello and Leeanna Kane Jackie and Perry Austin Stewart and Brenda Ayres Kellyann and Grant Azevedo Louis and Nancy Azevedo Linda Baku Juli Balding Jim and Bev Barnes Rob Barnum Rick and Shirley Barr Tracy and Kim Batchelder Reginald and Margaret Bayley Jack Bell Larry Bennett and Ellen Murrin Ms. Ann M. Bento Roger and Lisa Benz Roy and Francie Berq David and Celine Berman Bob Bernard Todd Binder Jay Birks Suzanne Black and Doug Broberg John & Traci Bocci Eugene Bonino and Will Brown Mark Bowman Candice E. Brabant Evelyn Braddock Jeffrey and Megan Braia Harker Brautighan and Timothy Wong Claudia Cole & Carlos Brown David Brunhofer and Diane Matzen Mrs. Nancy Bruno David and Rose Buechler David Bullock David Bunch and Sharon Neidel Karl Mutch Amy Cadogan John and Holly Camozzi Michael and Lynne Candelario Rick Canham Martin and Jennifer Carp Jamie Castaldo Heather Castro Rebecca Chaboya Heidi Chandler May Chen and Yabo Lin Ellin Chess Janet Chiappellone Nancy and Scott Choate Christian Chotkowski Michael Clark Holly Clarke Jim & Sue Cochran
Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Cohen Michael Colacchio Joy Condon Edmund G. Coon Mr. Michael M. Costa & Jeannie Thomas Joe and Paula Cox Susan L. Cronkite Jane Cupples Michael and Patricia Damsgaard Michael and Nancy Davidson Layne Davis Loyal Davis William and Karin Davis Candice Day Michael Day Paul and Kristen Decker Joseph and Susan Del Santo Cynthia Denenholz and Paul Jamond Teresa Dentkos-Madison and Ron Madison Carl Detter Manuel and Carol Diaz Mr. and Mrs. Fred and Linda Dickenson Cheryl and Mark Downing Linda Drew In memory of Sonia Morrison Stephen and Diana Duggan Parker Duncan and Paola Diaz Henry and MaryEickmeyer Steve and Paula Eidsen Scott and Sally Evans Carol Faddis Teresa Farrow and Jeffrey Gold Sari Feinstein Ms. Jo Fessenden Jay and Sue Field Tom Finnerty Danny and Debbie Fish Katheryn Fong and Andrew MacInnis Joyce Ford Marie Fox Stewart Fox Linda Fraley Joan Fries Deborah Fulmor Ann Galatine Brian and Misty Galbraith Kathleen Gallagher and Steve Maass Marina and Daniel Galvin, III Maria and Carlos Garcia Richard and Laverne Gardella Stanlee Garriott Garrett and Cinzia Garvin Marie Geary Scott Gerber Sandra and Karl Goetz Louis and Madeleine Gonzalez
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Debora Jean Granat and Cheryl Kite Robert Halligan Brad and Jordis Hallman Jon and Karin Harford Russel and Beth Harlan In memory of Lynda Harrington Norm Hawkens Bren Hawthorne John and Juli Heliotes Hal Hester William and Elizabeth Heston Lisa Higgenbottom Gail and Bob Hight Khristine Hoffman Mark Hoffman William and Patricia Hubenette John and Jean Hughes Terry and Leslie Hurdy Jerry and Joan Hyde Sharon Iberti Shirley Jamison Lee and Susan Janvrin Paul Johnson and Michael Naklicki Shawn and Angela Johnson Beverly Jones/Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund Conrad and Deborah Jones Suzanne Topliff and Vera Jones Rick and Benita Jones Moya Jones-Neely Alan Kalman and Diane Hart-Kalman Nancy Karidis Kit Kersch Reginald and Dorothy Keyawa John King Floyd Knox Bob and Linda Koenitzer John Koetzner and Heidi Ulbrich Gary Koop and Melissa Long Robert and Kathy Kormos Samuel Krahn and Jean Erbland Diana Kramer Michael Kraus Allan Kuba and Shirley Dee Keith and Stacy Kunde Lloyd Kurzweil and Ann English The Lafranchi Family Andrea Lagourgue/ DH Wine Compliance Marie Bernice Lambert Tom and Sally Lambert Sandra Leduc Felicie Leech and Sandy Gonzalez Keith Abeles and Amy Levin Jeff Lifto Doug and Carol Lightfoot Joseph Lilienthal Anthony and Jean Lim Donald and Susan Linch
Camm Linden, D.Mus. and Jude Darrin, Ph.D John and Kim Lloyd John and Holly Locey Glenn and Linda Logan James Loughborough Stephen and Sue Luck James and Sharon Lynch Barbara J. Maccario William and Kathy Mannone Catherine Markusen Suzy and Mike Marzalek Mark Matthews and Valerie Marshall Tom and Teresa Mavrakis Julia Hunter-May/RJM Specialty Insurance Services, LLC Thomas and Yvonne Mazzocco Troy McAvan and Trish Andersen John and Sharon McClain Steve and Julie McClain Jim McCord and Nancy Henry Mr. Ray McCurdy Gerard and Leslie McElhiney Carol McHale and Erin Murphy James and Paulette McHugh Donna McKenna and Leni Metro John McKinney Kevin McKinnie Germon and Jennifer Medeiros James and Gina Melton Keith and Diane Merritt Bobbie Meyer Barry Miller Dana and Hillary Miller Mr. Ross Miller Lory Molinari Robert Moll John Montgomery Andrea M. Moore Brian Moore John and Rachel Moore Katherine L. Moore Raymond and Stani Moore Carol Moran Nancy Moran John and Janet Morehead Robert and Diane Moresi Tom Muroch Claudia Morris Don Morrison John and Bonnie Mullen John and Debbie Munkacsy Barbara Myers Luz Navarrette-Garcia Lynn and Brian Neary Christopher and Carrie Nelson Ron Nelson Carolena Newton Wayne and Carmen Niehus William and Donna Nilsen Janet and Lutz Funke
William and Cynthia Noonan Zander Nosler and Victoria Davis Gail Novelich Paul Nuss Rebecca O'Connell Eileen O'Connor and Mike Tramontin David Odato Jerry and Alison Ogden Don and Sharol Oliver Jeanie and Victoria O'Neill Margie and Bill O'Neill Mike and Dodie Otten Leticia Padilla Tom and Kelley Parsons Stephen Pasquale Hank and Sally Patterson Angel Perez Lopez Lori Peters Ms. Debra Petersen Susan Carrie Phillippi Jerry and Carla Phillips Patrick Phoenix and Cathy Downs-Phoenix Virginia Pitts Martha Randall Paul and Jan Rasore Murleen and Clark Ray Richard and Paula Reed Ronald and Leanne Retana Schuyler L. Richardson Oak and Gecko Dr. Mark F. Robb Alistair Michael Roberts Alan Rogers and Dina Corcoran Roy and Gaynell Rogers Michael and Sheila Rokeach Jo and Larry Ruminson Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Ryan Eric Salas Sandra J. Salas Stephen and Celeste Sallee Cassidy Salvato Jacqui and Don Salyer Kathy McConnell Tim and Marilyn Sanderson Nicole Sandoval Patrick Emery and Allison Sanford Bob and Claudia Santini Lucien and Jeannine Sarragossa Peggy Jo and Richard Sayre Nancy and John Schiller Peter and Trudie Schindler Andrew and Theresa Schmidt Francesca Schott and Jason Bostrom Kim Schubert Michael and Barbara Schwoerer Bob Scott and Tim McDonald Oscar Segura John and Lisa Shuler
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Dave Siembieda Thomas and Shirley Simone Anjali Singh Robin Slavik Mike and Lisa Sloat Peggy G. Snyder and Darryl Snyder Troy and Stacey Sowers Verbatim Reporting Service Spurgeon Painting, Inc. Daniella Stanghellini Cheryl Stanley Philip and Sara Stanz Granville and Mary Lou Stark Nancy Sterne Michael and Natalie Stone Bill and Cheryl Strong Rosemarie and Roger Suddith Tanya Sullivan Denise Suzuki The Swan Family Margaret Szczepaniak Robert Tanner and Nadine Toby Rhonda Tapia Kirsten and Steve Tellez Roland and Yvonne Thibault Mark Thies and Leslie Hines Frank Thomas Doreen Thompson Julie Thompson James Thorpe and Antonia Kambeitz Stephen Thrush Wally Todd Virginia Torres Michael and Elizabeth Traverso John and Laura Triantafyllos Robert and JoAnn Triebel Edith Uboldi and Brooke Uboldi Christina Vale Pamela Vale Sergio and Lucia Valencia Dorwin Van Skike
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Villa Sinfonia Foundation Robin Voet and Carol Ellen Jerry Voltattorni and Hazel Henry Geoff Walker and Jill Chandler Jo Weber and Alan Lant George Weger Randy and Sherri Weinstein Barbara Wendt Gilbert and Karen Whissen Cath Whistler Micky Wilbur Sue Wilhite & Beth Thomlinson Paul Willihnganz Mark Wilmarth Heidi Wilson Anna Winsor Tony and Lucinda Withington Myron Witt Stuart Wittenstein James and Jennifer Wood Jonathan and Diane Yee Cynthia Yehle and Kinder Wiese Cheryl and Terry Yoas Richard and Barbara Yoder Charles and Beverly Zahl Deanna Zanoni Lynn Z. Zimmerman Anonymous (16)
Up to $149 We extend our sincere thanks to our Donors and Friend members whose support allows us to fulfill our mission, to enrich, educate, and entertain our community.
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Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa Rodney Strong Vineyards Sonoma Media Investments / The Press Democrat
Please show your appreciation to our program advertisers by giving them your patronage, and letting them know you appreciate their support of the LBC.
$10,000–$49,999 Cokas-Diko Home Columbia Distributing Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyards Lagunitas Brewing Company Master Cleaners
BeforeTheMovie/ Santa Rosa Cinemas.............................................. 44 Bliss Organic Day Spa............................................ 67
$1,000–$9,999 Altabella Italian Properties Bear Republic Brewing Company Bennett Valley Jewelers The Beverly Hills Hotel And Bungalows Columbia Distributing Patricia Daniels Four Seasons Resort & Residences Vail Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita Louisa King Fraser Gibson Foundation Guitar Center, Inc. Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa Mary's Pizza Shack Rick Nowlin and Don Strand Alan and Susan Preston Ramey Wine Cellars Alan and Susan Seidenfeld SF Curran Sherry and Pete Swayne Tangram Insurance Thanksgiving Coffee Transcendence Theatre Company Wilson Artisan Wines
BeforeTheMovie/ Santa Rosa Cinemas
LAMONA JOHNSON WALRAVEN SOCIETY
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A sumptuous offering of organic facials, nurturing massage and spa parties in the heart of Sonoma County
Charlie’s at the Windsor Golf Club........................ 58 Clover Sonoma Farms, Inc.................................... 17 Cokas-Diko Home.................................................. 37 Columbia Distributing............................................ 54 Daniels Chapel of the Roses................................. 58 Eric Pomert Film Editor......................................... 51 Exchange Bank...................................................... 50 Flamingo Conference Resort & Spa..................... 47 Freeman Lexus-Toyota.......................................... 78
Get the most out your spa experience by becoming a Bliss Member! We offer monthly, contract-free membership for affordable self care. Our valued guests enjoy daily service & retail discounts, monthly access to the dhyana Center Self-care Sanctuary and MORE!
Gloria Ferrer............................................................. 6 John Ash & Co./Vintners Inn.................................. 80 Lagunitas Brewing Company................................ 58 Lytton Rancheria-Lytton Band of Pomo Indians..... 2 Marry's Pizza Shack................................................ 7 Master Cleaners.................................................... 60 Michael & Company Jewelers................................. 6
Mention this ad for a free gift valued over $50!
Nelsonjobs.com..................................................... 36 Personal Perspective....................................................7 Pisenti & Brinker LLP, CPAs and Advisors..................46
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Professional Program Insurance Brokerage........ 79
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Rodney Strong Vineyards........................................ 3
Redwood Credit Union.......................................... 35 Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market..... 54 The Press Democrat................................................ 13
A special thank you to our legacy gift donors.
Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP...................... 51 Thanksgiving Coffee Co......................................... 54
Julie Bova
Joan and Mack Schwing
Sara and Dixon Browder
Alan and Susan Seidenfeld
Lewis Meyers
Mike and Jessica Sutton
Carolyn Petersen
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Guarantee Your Seats Today! The Symphony Pops Series represents an eclectic mix of the best in popular music, featuring acclaimed soloists performing with the Santa Rosa Symphony under the baton of Maestro Michael Berkowitz. The only way to guarantee your seats (and save up to 25% off regular ticket prices) is to become a subscriber, so be sure to order today!
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Ellis Hall, Ambassador of Soul Performing Ray Charles, Motown & Beyond
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Tribute to Judy & Liza at the Palladium Joan Ellison and Carolann Sanita, vocalists
A D M I N IS T R AT I O N Rick Nowlin, President & CEO Candice Day, Executive Assistant
ED U C AT I O N & C O M M U N I T Y ENGAGEMENT Melanie Weir, Education Manager Tracy Sawyer, Outreach Coordinator Chrystie Prokopakis, Coordinator
BUSI N E S S PA R T N ER SH I P S & C O M M U N I T Y R EN TA L S Peggy Mulhall, Director Audrey Rosado, Manager Karen Pinomaki, Coordinator
DEVELOPMENT Robin Seltzer, Director Susanne Esquivel, Manager Debbie Schoemaker, Coordinator Lauren Morrison, Associate Rita Fong, Assistant
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Become a subscriber today to see all 4 concerts, guarantee the same great seats, and save up to 25% off regular ticket prices. All performances held in the Ruth Finley Person Theater at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts.
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MARKETING & PAT RO N SER V I CE S Anne Abrams, Director of Marketing John Cain, Associate Director of Marketing Twyla Mitchell, Patron Services Manager Cherie Wheeler, Graphics Coordinator Kristi Feige, Marketing Coordinator Charles Zukow Associates, Public Relations Counsel Kaila Finch, Assistant Patron Services Manager Taylor Mitchell, Patron Services Lead Associate Cristian Garcia, Patron Services Associate Yesenia Ferreira, Patron Services Associate Marissa Ramirez, Patron Services Associate Vanessa Tullos, Patron Services Associate
FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCES Dennis Kohke, Director of Finance and Administration Dolores Otten, Finance & Accounting Manager Traci Levin, Accounting Specialist Evelyn Rice, Accounting Assistant
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Tickets and Information PURCHASING TICKETS
The New Chinese Acrobats Thursday, October 11, 2018 at 6:30pm
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System by TheatreworksUSA Monday, December 10, 2018 at 6:30pm
Peter Gros from the Original Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom
Patron & Member Services Office: Open Tues - Sun, Noon - 6pm (Closed Mon) In Person: 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa By Phone: 707.546.3600 Online: lutherburbankcenter.org
Group Tickets Groups of 10 or more qualify for a discount to selected shows. Contact the group sales office at 707.800.7553 for more information.
Ticket Fees
Sunday, January 27, 2019 at 3:00pm
For single ticket purchases, a 15% convenience fee will be added to your order when purchasing online or by phone (except for Family Series shows, which have a 10% fee). There are no added fees when purchasing single tickets in person at the ticket office. For season ticket packages (Symphony Pops Series and Clover Sonoma Family Fun Series only), a one-time $9 handling fee will be added to your order.
Dragons Love Tacos & Other Stories by TheatreworksUSA
Purchasing Tickets from 3rd Party Vendors
Friday, March 1, 2019 at 6:30pm
Magic Tree House: A Hip Hop Musical by Showtime with Shakespeare Monday, March 25, 2019 at 6:30pm
Beauty and the Beast by Panto Company Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 3:00pm
GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY:
Tickets to individual performances are available online, in person, or by phone. Discounted season ticket packages are available in person or by phone for the Symphony Pops Series and the Clover Sonoma Family Fun Series. Gift certificates are also available. No children under 5 admitted, except to Family Fun Series performances.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT PROVIDED BY:
4-show packages also available for 10% off! · 707.546.3600 · lutherburbankcenter.org
For your own security, we strongly recommend that you do not purchase tickets from any supplier other than Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC). We do not allocate tickets or authorize any other ticket seller, services, brokers or agents to sell our tickets. Only tickets purchased directly from the LBC can be guaranteed, and tickets purchased from any other source are done so at your own risk and may be deemed invalid. The resale of tickets on LBC property is strictly prohibited. Resale of tickets purchased by LBC members during a pre-sale period will result in ticket and membership cancellation— without refund. Policies subject to change without notice. Buyer Beware: Tickets sold by resellers often have substantial service fees, and/or a markup to the original price, resulting in prices that are significantly higher than face value. We cannot control the prices or fees someone else may charge for tickets we do not authorize to be re-sold, nor can we provide any redress if you encounter a problem with your tickets. If you purchase tickets from anyone other than Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, please check the seller’s credibility and examine tickets carefully for authenticity.
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T I C K E T S & I N F O R M AT I O N
TICKET POLICIES
MEMBERSHIP
All purchases are final. There are no refunds.
Members receive advance notice of new shows, early purchase opportunities, drink tickets, invitations to special events, and help support critical Education Through the Arts programs serving over 35,000 North Bay children each year. For more information or to become a member, visit lutherburbankcenter.org/join or call the Patron & Member Services Office at 707.546.3600.
Ticket Limit For most performances, there is an 8 ticket limit, per household, regardless of the number of transactions. For certain shows, by artist requirement, there is a lower limit. Ticket purchases are closely monitored and any tickets purchased above the limit may be voided without notice.
Refunds and Exchanges All ticket purchases are final.
Reprints Lost, damaged, or stolen tickets may be reprinted for reserved seating performances only and will be available for pick-up one hour prior to the performance. Please present your current picture ID to the ticket office associate. There is a $2 per ticket reprint fee.
A C C O M M O D AT I O N S F O R P AT R O N S W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E S
Accessible Seating The main floor level of the theater has accessible seating for people with mobility limitations. Please notify the Patron & Member Services Office of any special needs at the time of your ticket purchase. Ushers are available at the theater doors; please explain to the usher how best to assist you, if needed.
Assisted Listening Devices Assisted Listening Devices are available for our patrons at no cost. Please visit the Patron & Member Services Office to check-out an ALD.
Unless otherwise indicated, all seats are reserved, and switching to a seat other than the one indicated on your ticket is not allowed.
Restrooms
V E N U E I N F O R M AT I O N
Parking
The Ruth Finley Person Theater is a flexible venue allowing for both seated and open floor configurations. When seated, the 1681-seat venue is the largest fixed seat venue in Sonoma County, and no seat is more than 75 feet from the stage. When main floor seats are removed, the open floor/seated balcony configuration raises the capacity to 2000. The theater’s unique thrust stage design, with no seat more than 75 feet from the stage, provides a level of intimacy between artists and audiences unlike any other in Northern California. For more than 30 years, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts has been the best place to see your favorite performer up close and personal.
Parking is available for persons with handicapped placards. Spaces are located just outside the Center’s north and south entrances.
Parking Convenient onsite parking is included with your ticket purchase.
Please contact us by phone by 707.546.3600 to discuss any special needs you may have, so we can help make your experience exceptional.
Restrooms
B A C K S TA G E
Restrooms are located on the main floor and balcony levels. Additional restrooms are available in the East Atrium.
No one is allowed backstage prior to, during or after any performance without proper authorization and identification.
Photography & Recording For most performances, as required by the artists, there is no photography or recording allowed. Please be considerate of other audience members and help us by adhering to these rules.
Selfie Sticks In the interest in the safety, security, and comfort of all patrons, Selfie Sticks are not allowed inside the building, including at performances.
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are located on the main floor level.
Service Animals Certified service animals necessary to assist patrons with disabilities are welcome and must remain on a leash or harness at all times. Please contact the Patron & Member Services Office if you intend to bring a service animal to an event so appropriate seating can be reserved for you.
REFRESHMENTS Concessions services are available one hour before show times and during intermission (please note: not all performances have a scheduled intermission). Food and beverages may be enjoyed in the lobby. Bottled water and beverages served in our Concert Cups (available for purchase at the Concessions stands in the lobby) may be enjoyed in the theater; all other food and beverages are prohibited in the theater. A menu of offerings is included in this program.
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S E AT I N G C H A R T
CHILDREN Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is committed to providing quality experiences for audience members of all ages. Our feature performances (generally with an 8 p.m. start time) are designed for adults; children under the age of five are not permitted. Our family events with afternoon and early evening start times are suited for children and recommended for children ages 3-12. Everyone entering the theater, regardless of age, is required to have tickets. Lap passes are available for Family Fun Series performance for children under 2 years old. As a courtesy to all audience members, we ask parents and guardians to please remove children who may be disturbing others in the theater.
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T H E AT E R E T I Q U E T T E Performances start promptly at their scheduled time. Please arrive with plenty of time to park and find your seat. Latecomers and those who leave their seats during a performance will be seated at the first appropriate pause in the program, as predetermined by house staff and performers. Please remember to silence all electronic devices before entering the theater.
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We ask that you be respectful of others and behave in an appropriate manner related to the performance you are attending. It is never permissible to stand in any aisle space. Usher and security representatives are available should you need assistance. Patrons who engage in illegal activities, are intoxicated, or are otherwise disruptive (including heckling, public nudity, and smoking in non-designated areas) will be escorted from the property without refund. Shoes and shirts are required at all events.
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SCENTS/PERFUMES
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Many people are allergic to scents. Out of consideration for your fellow audience members, please refrain from using perfume and cologne. Door 6
QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS Please see a house manager or volunteer usher if you have any concerns during a performance. General information about upcoming shows and events is available at the Patron & Member Services Office and online at lutherburbankcenter.org. Share your comments and let us know how you enjoyed the show by writing to us at: Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, Public Relations Department, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, by e-mail at patronservices@lutherburbankcenter.org, or by contacting us on social media.
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CONCESSIONS MEMBERSHIP Be the First to Purchase Tickets to New Shows for a Full Year!
Stop by our concessions areas for a pre-show or intermission snack. Purchase a re-useable concert cup and bring your drink into the theater!
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts proudly serves WINE
Rodney Strong Vineyards: Chardonnay, Red Blend. . . . . $10 Gloria Ferrer Sparkling Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $12 BEER / HARD APPLE CIDER
Individual Membership Starts at $75 And includes the following benefits, depending on membership level: Members find out about new shows before the general public Members get pre-sale opportunities on most new shows added
throughout the year
Access to the best seats, reserved for members only Access to special members-only events Complimentary ticket vouchers Preferred parking A tax-deductible donation and the knowledge you are helping to
serve our community
Coors Light, Lagunitas IPA, Modelo Especial . . . . . . . . . . $8 Crispin Hard Natural Cider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8 NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Crystal Geyser Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crystal Geyser Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water . . . . . . . . San Pellegrino Juice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pepsi, Diet Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Coffee, Tea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CONCERT CUP
Small (10 oz), Large (16 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 SNACKS
Cookies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 See’s Chocolate Candy Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Rold Gold Pretzels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2
Clover Sonoma Family Fun Series Menu BEVERAGES
Clover Milk, Chocolate Milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crystal Geyser Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crystal Geyser Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water . . . . . . . . San Pellegrino Juice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pepsi, Diet Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanksgiving Coffee, Tea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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CONCERT CUP
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