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Enrich. Educate. Entertain. Connecting our Community through the Arts.
The Lytton Band of Pomo Indians is proud to be the Naming Sponsor for Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ensuring that all children get to experience music and theater.
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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.
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Thank you for joining us, and
WELCOME BACK to the LBC!
As you may have heard, we’ve recently announced a new 10-year naming sponsorship with Lytton Rancheria/Lytton Band of Pomo Indians. As do many longtime members of this community, the Lytton Tribe feels a strong connection to Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, and earmarked their generous contribution
A Message from the Board of Directors, Staff and Volunteers
to allow us to return to that original identity. Please join us in thanking Lytton Rancheria! We’d also like to acknowledge and thank Wells Fargo for their sponsorship. Building on their support over the past 10 years, and with generous contributions from many other donors in our community, we’ve been able to expand our work, renovate the Ruth Finley Person Theater, open a new sculpture garden, and significantly grow our base of ticket buyers and donors. As an independent non-profit organization that does not receive significant funding from a local or state government or university, we rely on community support – like that from Lytton Rancheria – to make all of our programs and operations possible. We extend sincere thanks to our more than 1600 members, donors, sponsors, and funders for their continued support. We literally couldn’t do it without you! Looking ahead to the next 10 years and beyond, we will continue to grow and expand our programs and community reach, continually working to ensure that the LBC offers opportunities for everyone in our community. Thank you for your patronage and please enjoy today’s performance!
Paul A. 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.
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FEATURE PERFORMANCES Symphony Pops Series: The Music of Elvis.............................. 18 An Evening with Jackson Brown: Solo Acoustic....................... 19 Kathleen Madigan: The Mermaid Lady Tour............................. 20 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Popovich Comedy Pet Theater.................................................. 21 Rodney Strong Dance Series: Pilobolus.................................... 22 Emporium Presents John Prine................................................. 23 Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science.......................................... 24 Viva Music & Xiochil Entertainment present Adrian Uribe...... 24 Lily Tomlin................................................................................... 26 An Evening with Terry Tempest Williams.................................. 27 3 Doors Down............................................................................ 28 Live Nation presents Wanda Sykes........................................... 29 Chicago....................................................................................... 30 Kenny Rogers’ Final World Tour: The Gambler’s Last Deal with Special Guest Linda Davis................................................. 31 Lyle Lovett & His Large Band..................................................... 32 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.............................................. 34 George Lopez: #ThatsTrue Comedy Tour.................................. 35
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Education Through the Arts..................................................... 42 History........................................................................................... 45 Art Exhibits.................................................................................. 50 Featured Volunteer.................................................................... 53 Our Volunteers............................................................................ 54 Donors and Sponsors................................................................ 57 Latino Advisory Council............................................................ 58 Incorporating the Arts into Education.................................. 69 Tickets & Information................................................................ 71 Seating Chart............................................................................... 77 Cover photos – Top: Lyle Lovett & His Large Band, Bottom (clockwise): Lily Tomlin, George Lopez, Alton Brown, Frankie Valli, Wanda Sykes, Kenny Rogers Principal concert photography by Steve Jennings Design and production by Kurt West Design Services For advertising information call: Peggy Mulhall 707.800.7522 5
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Did you know? Whether you’ve been here once or a hundred times, you probably know that Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is known for world-class entertainment right here in Sonoma County. But you might not know. . .
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Paul A. Wilcock, Chair
Bill McNeany, Volunteer
Community Volunteer Mark Crawford, Vice Chair & Treasurer Exchange Bank Douglas J. (DJ) Drennan, Secretary Spaulding McCullough & Tansil, LLP Sherry Swayne, Immediate Past Chair Bennett Valley Ranch, LLC Ernesto Olivares, Chair Appointee Santa Rosa City Council/California Cities Violence Prevention Network Joan Moyer Schwing, Chair Appointee &
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Schwing Associates Alan Seidenfeld, Chair Appointee Black Oaks Asset Mgt./ASM Herb Williams, Chair Appointee Delphi DIRECTORS
Carmen Castaldi, Rodney Strong Wine Estates Linda Chavez, Safety and Environmental Compliance Associates LLC, and Chavez Family Cellars
Honore Comfort, Brack Mountain Wine Company Bruce DeCrona, Community Volunteer Stephen W. Halpern, M.D., North Bay Cardiology Margie Mejia, Lytton Rancheria,
Representative HONORARY BOARD
Joan Moyer Schwing, Chair Robert and Nancy Aita Lawrence and Susan Amaturo Marcus and Mary Beth Benedetti Dixon and Sara Browder Christopher and Hillary Costin Patsy Daniels John Mackie and Kate Ecker Kevin and Cathy McCullough Mike and Maureen Merrill Steven and Nancy Oliver James and Elese Rundel Bob and Jacqueline Scheibel Mack Schwing Greg and Patricia Steele Mike and Jessica Sutton Willie and Darlene Tamayo Chuck and Ellen Wear Michael and Katie Wright
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Rick Nowlin, President & CEO Candice Day, Executive Assistant Maggie Wager, Front Desk Coordinator
Robin Seltzer, Director Susanne Esquivel, Manager Debbie Schoemaker, Coordinator
PROGRAMMING
Anita Wiglesworth, Director Tracy Sawyer, Education & Outreach Manager Melanie Weir, Manager Chrystie Prokopakis, Coordinator Sari Feinstein, Assistant
MARKETING & PATRON SERVICES
Kyle Clausen, Director John Cain, Associate Director Jacqui Salyer, Membership & Sales Manager
BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS & COMMUNITY RENTALS
Twyla Mitchell, Patron Services Manager Kaila Finch, Assistant Patron Services
Peggy Mulhall, Director Audrey Rosado, Manager Karen Pinomaki, Coordinator
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Cherie Wheeler, Graphics Coordinator Lauren Morrison, Lead Sales Representative / Group Sales Coordinator
Kristina Feige, Patron Services Associate Dalia Mendoza Castro, Patron Services Associate
Megan Origer, Patron Services Associate Vanessa Tullos, Patron Services Associate Elba Rocha-Mendoza, Patron Services Associate FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCES
Dennis Kohke, Director of Finance and Upcoming
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Evelyn Rice, Finance Assistant Robyn Bramhall, Human Resources Advisor OPERATIONS
Marc Hagenlocher, Director Jennifer Brown, Events & Volunteer Manager
Jeremy French, Production Manager John Morrison, Maintenance Manager Gene Soldani, IT Manager Betsy Boes, Volunteer and Events
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Marcus Sanchez, Events Supervisor Corey Wilkes, Events Supervisor Peter Ostrom, Production Supervisor Steve Guerrero, Maintenance Worker Sean Kearns, Maintenance Worker Dave Morrison, Maintenance Worker Arturo Ramos, Skilled Maintenance Worker Don Morrison, Events Crew Chief Arthur Walsh, Events Crew Chief Michael Rice, Crew Chief Morgan D’Amico, Concessions
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Corporate Sponsor
Lytton Rancheria
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is
ventures, resulting in quality healthcare,
proud to have Lytton Rancheria –
housing, and education opportunities.
Lytton Band of Pomo Indians as their
“I attended my first play ever –
naming sponsor. From their annual
‘Pinocchio’ – here at the Center when I was
participation in the San Pablo Adopt-a-
a child,” said Margie Mejia, the Tribe’s
Family program to their generous support
chairwoman. “It is a great honor for the
of Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, the
Tribe to now be in a position to help create
Tribe is philanthropically active, and
those experiences for other children, and to
believes that well-funded service
help ensure that everyone regardless of
organizations are the key ingredient to a
financial means has access to the arts and
strong community. This belief allows such
education.”
organizations to be a conduit for enhancing
In addition to being the Center’s
the artistic, educational, health, and overall
naming sponsor, Lytton Rancheria has been
quality of life experiences of our children,
a Corporate Alliance Partner since 2010,
their families, and their teachers.
and has generously contributed to the
The Lytton Band has faced many
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renovation of the eponymous Lytton
challenges throughout its long history, from
Rancheria Grand Lobby, as well as the
natural disaster to the termination of their
Center’s 2013 renovation of the Ruth Finley
Tribal status by the Federal government,
Person Theater.
which was reinstated in 1991 after a
The Board, staff and volunteers of
30-year struggle. Since then, the Tribe has
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts are
significantly improved the lives of their
deeply grateful to Lytton Rancheria for
members through investment at the San
investing in our community, and in the
Pablo Lytton Casino, among other business
Center’s mission to enrich, educate, and entertain.
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Luther Burbank Center for the Arts proudly serves WINE
Rodney Strong Vineyards: Chardonnay, Merlot . . . . . . . . . $8 Gloria Ferrer Sparkling Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 BEER / HARD APPLE CIDER
Lagunitas IPA, Modelo Especial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7 Crispin Hard Natural Cider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7 NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
Oregon Rain Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Juice Squeeze Wild Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water . . . . . . . . $3 Pepsi, Diet Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Thanksgiving Coffee, Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2 CONCERT CUP
Small (10 oz), Large (16 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 SNACKS
Chocolate Chip Cookie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 See’s Chocolate Candy Bar Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Almond, Milk Chocolate Toffee . . $3 Rold Gold Pretzels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2
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Clover Milk, Chocolate Milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2 Oregon Rain Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Juice Squeeze Wild Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water . . . . . . . . $3 Pepsi, Diet Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Thanksgiving Coffee, Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2
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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!
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Pizza: Pepperoni, Cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4 Chocolate Chip Cookies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 See’s Chocolate Candy Bar Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Almond, Milk Chocolate Toffee . . $3 Rold Gold Pretzels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2
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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Story Pirates North Bay Stage Company presents Breaking Legs ∏ Symphony Pops Series: The Music of Elvis An Evening with Jackson Brown: Solo Acoustic
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Kathleen Madigan: The Mermaid Lady Tour Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Popovich Comedy Pet Theater Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series: Pilobolus Emporium Presents John Prine Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science Xiochil Entertainment presents Adrian Uribe
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An Evening with Ray LaMontagne: The Ouroboros Tour 2016 Emmylou Harris
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Jethro Tull: Written and Performed by Ian Anderson
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Joy To The World from Transcendence’s Broadway Under The Stars
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4 Lily Tomlin 10 An Evening with Terry Tempest Williams † 21 3 Doors Down 24 Wanda Sykes 25 Missoula Children’s Theatre presents Rapunzel * 26 Chicago 28 Kenny Rogers’ Final World Tour: The Gambler’s Last Deal with Special Guest Linda Davis
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* Performed on the Wilhelm & Edith Wurst Stage in the Carston Cabaret. † Performed in the East Auditorium.
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The King: The Music of Elvis
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Sunday, April 17 at 3pm Pre-show discussion with Maestro Berkowitz at 2pm
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Featuring four Broadway and cabaret performers: Scott Coulter, Lee Lessack, Johnny Rodgers, and Brian Wilson!
Michael served as Marvin Hamlisch’s Music Director for a decade appearing with every major US orchestra and also served as Music Director/Conductor for Liza Minnelli’s Tony Award Winning “Liza’s at the Palace” on Broadway, conducted Liza with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra and lead her tour across the UK, Spain, Russia, Germany, and Italy. Michael has performed as a drummer for Henry Mancini, Liza Minnelli, Michael Crawford, Billy Joel, Sting, Elton John, and
Michael Berkowitz, Principal Pops Conductor
Bette Midler; conducted for Roberta Flack, Maureen McGovern, Michael Feinstein, and
With his creative programming, original arrangements, and charismatic stage presence, Conductor Michael Berkowitz has been hailed by critics as “a model of high quality conducting technique” and is now in his 11th
Sarah Brightman, and can be heard on numerous recordings including “Jerome Robbins Broadway,” “Liza's At The Palace,” and those by Placido Domingo, Linda Eder, and Steve Lawrence, and many more.
season as conductor of the Symphony Generous support provided by
Pops Series.
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An Evening with Jackson Browne: Solo Acoustic Sunday, April 24 at 8pm
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Jackson Browne has written and performed some of the most literate and moving songs in popular music and has defined a genre of songwriting charged with honesty, emotion and personal politics. He was honored with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, and the Songwriter's Hall of Fame in 2007. Jackson's career began in the mid-60s in Los Angeles and Orange County folk clubs. Except for a brief period in NYC in the late 1960s, he has always lived in Southern California. His debut album came out on David Geffen's Asylum Records in 1972. Since then, he has released fourteen studio albums and four collections of live performances. His new studio album, Standing in the Breach, is a collection of ten songs, at turns deeply personal and political, exploring love, hope, and defiance in the face of the advancing uncertainties of modern life. Beyond his music, Browne is known
received Duke Universitys LEAF award for
for his advocacy on behalf of the
Lifetime Environmental Achievement in the
environment, human rights, and arts
Fine Arts, and both the Chapin-World
education. He's a co-founder of the groups
Hunger Year and NARM Harry Chapin
Musicians United for Safe Energy (MUSE)
Humanitarian Awards. In 2004, Jackson was
and Nukefree.org.
given an honorary Doctorate of Music by
In 2002, he was the fourth recipient of
Occidental College in Los Angeles, for "a
the John Steinbeck Award, given to artists
remarkable musical career that has
whose works exemplify the environmental
successfully combined an intensely
and social values that were essential to the
personal artistry with a broader vision of
great California-born author. He has
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Kathleen Madigan: The Mermaid Lady Tour
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Friday, May 6 at 8pm
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Easily one of the best comics alive. —Ron White
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special, Madigan Again, which iTunes named one of the Best Comedy Albums of 2013, premiered exclusively on Netflix to rave reviews and is available on CD, DVD and download. She's released five CDs and three DVDs and starred in one Netflix special, one Showtime special, two HBO
Kathleen Madigan is one of the most
specials, three Comedy Central specials and
respected comedians of her
three CMT Salute to the Troops specials with
generation; over her 25 year career
Ron White. For more information go to www.
Madigan has performed on nearly
KathleenMadigan.com and follow Kathleen
every standup television show ever
on Twitter @KathleenMadigan.
made: Leno, Letterman, Conan, Ferguson and so on. Her third hour-long
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Popovich Comedy Pet Theater Feature Performances
Thursday, May 12 at 6:30pm A unique blend of physical comedy, award-winning juggling and the extraordinary talents of more than 30 rescued performing pets, Popovich Comedy Pet Theater was voted Best Family Show in Las Vegas! by Entertainment Consumers’ Exchange. Gregory Popovich performed on “The Tonight Show” with Johnny Carson, Jay Leno, “Late Night” with David Letterman, "The Late Late Show" with Craig Ferguson and was a finalist on “America's Got Talent.” Gregory Popovich, producer and star of the show with his entourage of 30 rescued furry four-legged performers, have traveled and performed throughout the United States and all over the world. Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-
pets which he has saved from animal
oriented theatrical circus blend of unique
shelters across the country and gave them
physical comedy, starring the extraordinary
a second chance as Las Vegas stars.
talents of Gregory’s rescued performing
Family Date Night! Starting one hour before each show, join us for Free Fun with Art, Museum-On-the-Go from Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, 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! Additional generous support provided by L uther
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Friday, May 13 at 8pm Pre-show discussion at 7pm
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Pilobolus - named after a barnyard
by a group of Dartmouth College
fungus that propels its spores with
students in 1971. Pilobolus continually
extraordinary speed, accuracy and
forms diverse collaborations that break
strength - is a dance company founded
down barriers between disciplines and challenge the way we think about dance. Physically and intellectually, the company engages and inspires audiences around the world through performance, education and consultation. Pilobolus propels itself in a variety of directions to reach these goals. The original company, Pilobolus Dance Theater, has been touring its 115 pieces of repertory to more than 64 countries over the last 42 years. Pilobolus's Shadowland, the company's evening-length show currently touring Europe, the Middle East and Asia, has been seen by more than a half-million people in the three years since it was created. In recent years, Pilobolus has transformed from avant-garde dance company into an international entertainment brand featured on the likes of Oprah, Late Night with Conan O’Brien and the Academy Awards.
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John Prine Tuesday, May 17 at 8pm
Feature Performances
Two time Grammy-award winner, John Prine, is a singer songwriter who, from his eponymously titled first LP release in 1971, has continued to write and perform songs that have become central to our American musical heritage. Classics like, ‘Angel from Montgomery’,‘Sam Stone,’ ‘Paradise,’ and ‘Hello in There’ speak to the everyday experience of ordinary people with a simple honesty, and an extraordinary ability to get right through to the heart of the listener. Long considered a “songwriter’s songwriter,” John Prine is a rare talent whose writing is greatly admired by his peers. Performers who have recorded from his extensive catalog, include Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, the Everly Brothers, John Denver, Kris Kristofferson, Carly Simon, Ben Harper, Joan Baez, George Strait, Old Crow Medicine Show, Norah Jones, Bette Midler, Miranda Lambert and many others. “He’s so good, we’re gonna have to break his fingers,” Kris Kristofferson said after witnessing a Prine performance. Bob Dylan remarked, “Beautiful songs… Nobody but Prine could write like that.” John lives in Nashville, TN with his wife, Fiona, and enjoys spending time with their 3 sons, daughter-in-law, and grandson.
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Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science Thursday, May 19 at 8pm
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music and food into two hours of pure entertainment. Critics and fans rave about the interactive fun when Brown invites an audience member on stage to serve as his assistant. According to Alton, “there will be plenty of new therapy inducing opportunities during our audience participation segments. I don’t want to give too much away, but we’re also going to play a little game with the audience.” Brown, author of the James Beard award winning, “I’m Just Here for the Food,” and the New York Times bestselling sequence, “Good Eats,” is releasing the first of two new cookbooks through Ballantine Books (an imprint of Random House) in the Fall of 2016. “Alton Brown: Every Day Cook,” or EDC as Brown calls it, is a collection of more than 100 personal recipes as well as a pinch of science and history. He has hosted “Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science” the follow-up to the smash “Edible Inevitable” tour, will hit the road in 2016. Fans can expect more comedy, talk show antics, multimedia presentations and music (yes, he
numerous Food Network series including, “Cutthroat Kitchen,” “Camp Cutthroat”, “Iron Chef America” and the Peabody award winning series, “Good Eats” for 13 years. Good Eats can still be seen on the Cooking Channel and Netflix.
sings), but Brown is adding a slew of fresh ingredients including new puppets, songs and bigger and potentially more dangerous experiments. Brown has a knack for
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Xiochil Entertainment present
Adrian Uribe
Feature Performances
Saturday, May 28 at 8pm
Comedian, actor and host Adrian Uribe
El comediante, actor y conductor
has found success in theater,
Adrian Uribe ha alcanzado el éxito en
children’s shows, soap operas and
teatro, shows infantiles y telenovelas.
reality TV. Known for his hilarious and
Conocido por su gracioso y diverso
diverse set of characters, Uribe recently
conjunto de personajes, Uribe
garnered acclaim for his role as Juan in “Mi
recientemente gano notoriedad gracias a su
Corazon es Tu” after playing host to
papel como Juan en “Mi corazon es Tu.” En
“Dancing with the Stars” as well as the
el 2014 fue el presentador del programa
World Cup during 2006 and 2014. Join us as
“Bailando por un Sueño”asi como en la
Adrian Uribe brings all of his characters to
Copa del mundo durante el 2006 y 2014.
the Ruth Finley Person Theatre for a night of
Únase a nosotros para recibir a Adrian
laughter and fun!
Uribe y todos sus personajes en el teatro Ruth Finley Person para una noche de risas y diversión!
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An Evening of Classic
Lily Tomlin
Feature Performances
Saturday, June 4 at 8pm
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Lily Tomlin, one of America's foremost
Broadway show, Appearing Nitely; a second
comediennes, continues to venture
Tony for Best Actress, a Drama Desk Award
across an ever-widening range of
and an Outer Critics’ Circle Award for her
media, starring in television, theater,
one woman performance in Jane Wagner’s
motion pictures, animation, and video.
The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the
Throughout her extraordinary career, Tomlin
Universe; a CableAce Award for Executive
has received numerous awards, including:
Producing the film adaptation of The Search;
seven Emmys; a Tony for her one woman
a Grammy for her comedy album, This is a Recording, as well as nominations for her subsequent albums Modern Scream, And That's the Truth, and On Stage; and two Peabody Awards--the first for the ABC television special, “Edith Ann’s Christmas: Just Say Noël,” and the second for narrating and executive producing the HBO film, The Celluloid Closet. In 2003, she received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and, in December 2014, was the recipient of the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors in Washington DC.
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An Evening with
Terry Tempest Williams Friday, June 10 at 8pm In the East Auditorium
Feature Performances
Terry Tempest Williams has been called “a citizen writer,” a writer who speaks and speaks out eloquently on behalf of an ethical stance toward life. A natural¬ist and fierce advocate for freedom of speech, she has consistently shown us how environmental issues are social issues that ultimately become matters of justice. “So here is my question,” she asks, “what might a different kind of power look like, feel like, and can power be redistributed equitably even beyond our own species?” Williams, like her writing, cannot be categorized. She has testified before Congress on women’s health issues, been a
new book on the National Parks, “The Hour
guest at the White House, has camped in
of Land.” Her latest book will be published in
the remote regions of Utah and Alaska
June, to honor and coincide with the
wildernesses and worked as “a barefoot
centennial of the National Park Service. Terry
artist” in Rwanda.
Tempest Williams will answer questions
In this intimate speaking event, Ms. Williams will read from, and talk about, her
from the audience, and a book signing will follow.
A great artist can help us make sense of the world we experience – our cultures, our relationships, and certainly our natural environment. In Sonoma County, a place where beauty – of the natural and man-made varieties –abound, a program interconnecting art and nature is especially fitting. The partnership between Creative Sonoma, LandPaths and the Luther Burbank Center to host a Terry Tempest Williams reading serves as a launching pad for us all to develop new, cross-sector programs and collaborations that bring our artistic community, public lands and our collective backyard together for the benefit of the entire County. L uther
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3 Doors Down
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Tuesday, June 21 at 8pm
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Formed in 1995, Grammy Award®-
success of juggernaut hit “Kryptonite.” This
nominated multiplatinum Mississippi
was followed by 2002’s sophomore album,
rock band 3 Doors Down consistently
Away from the Sun which went triple-
captivates audiences worldwide. The
platinum and saw similar success with
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“When I’m Gone” and “Here Without You.”
million albums globally, receiving three
2005’s platinum Seventeen Days and 2008’s
Grammy nominations, and winning two
3 Doors Down each earned #1 debuts on
American Music Awards, and five BMI Pop
the Billboard Top 200, while Time of My Life
Awards for songwriting—including
landed at #3 in 2011. In 2003, the group
Songwriter of the Year. Their debut The
founded the charity The Better Life
Better Life, became certified six-times RIAA
Foundation. Ignited by the single “In The
platinum in 2000 and was fueled by the
Dark,” 3 Doors Down unleashes their sixth full-length album, Us and the Night, in 2016.
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Live Nation presents
Wanda Sykes Friday, June 24 at 8pm
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Wanda Sykes has been called "one of the funniest stand-up comics" by her peers and ranks among Entertainment Weekly's "25 Funniest People in America". Her smart-witted stand up has sent her career in many different areas. In 2012, Wanda joined forces with veteran producer Page Hurwitz to form Push It Productions, a production company dedicated to creating quality, comedy-based programming for network and cable television outlets. The company's diverse slate of projects includes sketch comedy, concerts, reality, talk/variety and competition formats. Their first set of specials, “Herlarious,” aired in summer of 2013 and January 2014 on OWN and was the recipient of a 2014 Gracie Award. Sykes was previously seen on several television shows over the past few years. She was on the Amazon Prime show “Alpha House,” created by Gary Trudeau; she made a return to HBO’s “Curb Your Enthusiasm;” she also spent five years on CBS's “The New Adventures of Old Christine.” In 2010, she starred on her own late night talk show on FOX, “The Wanda Sykes Show.” In 2010, she won a GLAAD award for promoting a good image of equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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Chicago
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Sunday, June 26 at 8pm
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Hailed as one of the "most important
2016 will mark the band’s 49th
bands in music since the dawn of the
consecutive year of touring, without missing
rock and roll era" by former President
a single concert date! The line-up includes
Bill Clinton, the legendary rock and roll
original band members Robert Lamm on
band with horns, Chicago will be
keyboards, vocals, Lee Loughnane on
inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of
trumpet and vocals, James Pankow on
Fame in 2016!
trombone and Walt Parazaider on
Chicago’s lifetime achievements
woodwinds, as well as Jason Scheff on bass,
include a Grammy Award, multiple
vocals, Tris Imboden on drums, Keith
American Music Awards, a star on the
Howland on guitar and vocals, Lou Pardini
Hollywood Walk of Fame, a Chicago street
on keyboards, vocals and Walfredo Reyes, Jr.
dedicated in their honor, and keys to and
on percussion.
proclamations from an impressive list of US
Chicago continue to be true
cities. Record sales top the 100,000,000
ambassadors for their beloved hometown,
mark, and include 21 Top 10 singles, 5
carrying the city's name with pride and
consecutive Number One albums, 11
dignity around the world.
Number One singles and 5 Gold singles.
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Kenny Rogers’ Final World Tour: The Gambler’s Last Deal with Special Guest Linda Davis Tuesday, June 28 at 7:30pm
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Grammy Award-winning superstar and Country Music Hall of Fame member Kenny Rogers has enjoyed great success during his storied career of nearly six decades, which will be celebrated during Rogers’ final world tour: The Gambler’s Last Deal. The enduring Country Music Hall of Fame member and pop superstar has endeared music lovers around the globe with his amazing songs, heartfelt performances, distinctive voice, gift for storytelling and universal appeal. The first country artist to consistently sell out arenas, Rogers has played to millions of fans around the world, performing songs from his catalog of 24 Number One hits including “The Gambler,” “Lucille,” “Coward of the County,” “Ruby, Don’t Take Your Love To Town,” and “Buy Me A Rose.” Incredibly, Rogers has charted a record within each of the last seven decades (’50s,
work, including three GRAMMY Awards, 19
’60s, ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, 2000’s, 2010’s). He has
American Music Awards, and six Country
sold more than 120 million albums
Music Association Awards. Rogers was
worldwide, making him one of the Top Ten
inducted into the Country Music Hall of
Best Selling Male Solo Artists of All Time,
Fame in 2013 and in 2015, Rogers was
according to the RIAA. Rogers has won
awarded the CMT Artist of a Lifetime Award.
many awards for his music and charity
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Lyle Lovett & His Large Band
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Thursday, July 7 at 8pm
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A singer, composer and actor, Lyle
the breadth of this Texas legend’s deep
Lovett has broadened the definition of
talents, but also the diversity of his
American music in a career that spans
influences, making him one of the most
14 albums over three decades. Coupled
compelling and captivating musicians in
with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based
popular music. Since his self-titled debut in
musician fuses elements of Americana,
1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of
swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a
music’s most vibrant and iconic performers.
convention-defying manner that breaks
Among his many accolades, besides the
down barriers.
four Grammy Awards, he was given the
Whether touring as a ‘Duo’ or with his
Americana Music Association’s inaugural
‘Acoustic Group’ or ‘The Large Band’,
Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas
Lovett’s live performances show not only
State Musician. His works, rich and eclectic, are some of the most beloved of any living artist working today.
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Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Tuesday, July 19 at 7pm
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other iconic movies such as The Deer Hunter, Dirty Dancing, Mrs. Doubtfire, Conspiracy Theory and The Wanderers. As many as 200 artists have done cover versions of Frankie’s “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” from Nancy Wilson’s jazz treatment to Lauryn Hill’s hip-hop makeover. Valli’s long-lasting career has led to the overwhelming success of the Broadway musical JERSEY BOYS, which chronicles Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons incredible career and features all of their greatest hits. The JERSEY BOYS juggernaut has now been seen by over 23 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. The original Jersey boy himself, Frankie
on a National Tour. It is the 12th longest
Valli is a true American legend. His
running show in Broadway history. In 2014, Frankie Valli’s life story was
incredible career with the Four Seasons, as well as his solo success,
once again featured. This time in the film
has spawned countless hit singles.
adaptation of JERSEY BOYS, directed by
With unforgettable tunes like "Sherry," "Walk
Academy Award winning director Clint
Like A Man," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Rag
Eastwood. Valli also returned to acting in
Doll," "December '63 – Oh What A Night,"
Rob Reiner’s romantic comedy, And So It
"Can't Take My Eyes Off of You," and of
Goes. The film starred Michael Douglas and
course, "Grease."
Diane Keaton, and was release July 18, 2014. Frankie recently appeared on this past season of “Hawaii 5-0” and AMC series, “The Making of the Mob.” His mega hit "Big Girls Don't Cry" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame 2015.
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George Lopez: #ThatsTrue Comedy Tour Friday, July 22 at 8pm
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George Lopez is a multi-talented entertainer whose career encompasses television, film, standup comedy and late-night television. For two seasons, Lopez hosted Lopez Tonight, a late-night television talk show on TBS, which represented Lopez’s return to series television after co-creating, writing, producing and starring in Warner Bros. Television’s groundbreaking hit sitcom George Lopez, which ran for six seasons on ABC. George Lopez remains a hit with viewers in syndication on both broadcast stations and cable’s Nick at Nite, ranking as one of the top-rated shows on the network and among the top five comedies and top 20 weekly programs in syndication. In 2016, he launched a new TV series, Lopez, on TV Land. Lopez has risen to become one of the premier comedic talents in the entertainment industry. He has been praised by audiences and critics alike for his work in television, film and standup, as well as his extensive charity work with various
twice hosting the Latin Grammys.
foundations. In 2006, Lopez received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In addition, Time magazine named him one of the 25
children and adults confronting challenges
the Harris Poll named him one of the Top Ten Favorite Television Personalities. Lopez has made more than 200 television comedy, talk show and hosting appearances, including co-hosting the Emmy Awards and
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Summer Camps New Song Music Camp Feature Performances
June 13 – 17, 2016 · 9am – 3pm For students entering 3rd – 6th grades This week-long camp emphasizes creativity and cooperation, while campers learn about and experiment with music. During the week, campers will make an instrument to take home, cut an original CD recording, sing, play, and receive a t-shirt as a souvenir! No previous musical experience is necessary.
$230 for the week + $25 supply fee* *Each participant will receive a t-shirt, compilation CD and a personal hand-crafted instrument to keep.
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Missoula Children’s Theatre A FREE Weeklong Theatre Residency June 20 – 25, 2016 For students entering 1st – 12th grades
Audition to take part in a production of Rapunzel! No advance preparation or experience is necessary. Those selected must be available each day, June 20 – 25, for rehearsals and performances.
Come see the show!
Auditions: Monday, June 20, 2016 · 10am – 12pm (must be available for the the entire two hour audition.)
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Saturday, June 25, 2016 · 2pm & 4:30pm in the East Auditorium $13 adult · $9 child Tickets on sale now!
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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible
“Shows at the Luther Burbank Center are more real than the movies. You get to imagine more, and it’s more creative.” —Freda, 9 lot about grammar at one of our School Shows. Using humor, drama, song, dance, light shows and technology, the show taught the students about all verbs, nouns, pronouns and Thanks to our members, donors, and sponsors, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is expanding thousands of young minds like Freda’s. 28 live music, dance and theatre School Show performances funded by our supporters opened up a whole new world of imagination, creativity and learning for 29,573 North Bay students from 5 – 18 last year. It was the first time many of them had ever seen a live performance. Over 40% of these students – many who wouldn’t have been able to attend otherwise – received no-cost or reduced-price tickets. Roseland’s Sheppard Accelerated Elementary School, which Freda attends, often receives no-cost School Show tickets from us. Last month, Freda and the rest of her 4th grade class at Sheppard Elementary learned a
the other elements of grammar. “The show was a fun and engaging way for kids to learn grammar,” says Freda’s teacher Anh Dao Tran. “They could actually see it, hear it and experience it. It was especially beneficial for my class because for 90% of them English is their second language.” As a teacher, Anh Dao is a huge fan of the School Shows our members and donors make possible for her kids. “The students are definitely more engaged as a result,” Anh Dao says. “Highquality shows like this expose them to all kinds of creative learning and thinking. Being able to talk with the actors afterwards boosts their confidence and gives them a new sense of what’s possible in their lives. They see that they can express themselves through many different avenues.”
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Education Through the Arts The Arts—Where Learning Comes To Life! Serving 30,000 children and adults annually from five counties. Quietly (and not so quietly) at work outside of the spotlight, 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.
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n Present nearly 30 weekday morning School Shows for North Bay school children that correspond to their classroom learning. For many children, this is their first time seeing a live performance.
n Conduct 50 Artists in the Schools workshops led by our artist-educators who use the arts to help teach core curriculum subjects, increasing comprehension and retention, and acknowledging that students learn in different ways.
n Operate a 450-piece Music For Schools instrumentlending library, allowing low-income students the opportunity to participate in their school’s band or orchestra program.
n Offer more than 250 hours of Professional Development opportunities for teachers, helping them learn how to integrate the arts into their core Member, Kennedy Center Partners in Education program
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Removing Roadblocks to the Arts Truth is, not everyone can afford to participate in the arts. Yet, music, dance and theater are at the heart of every community, providing one of our greatest means for understanding and communication. We believe these benefits should be shared by all and are working to remove financial barriers to the arts in our community.
n Evert Person’s ArtReach— Each year, the Center distributes approximately 12,000 free and reduced-price tickets to low-income students and community members, helping make the Arts accessible for all! Education
n The Evert Person Bus Fund— grants for student transportation to the theater
n Subsidized Programming— live performance at an affordable price
Why Education Through the Arts? At Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, we believe in art for art’s sake, but we also know that the arts are an incredible tool that stimulates creativity and communication skills, and also helps children develop self-esteem. By integrating the arts into core curriculum lessons, we are using the power of the arts to teach all subjects, including math, science, and social studies, while also acknowledging that children learn in different ways.
Why Now? As we see cuts to arts and music education in the classroom, our programs help fill the gap for students and teachers in our community.
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Your Community Gathering Place In the late 1970s, a group of 12 local community leaders envisioned a home for the arts. They dreamed of a vibrant gathering place where people could treasure the wonderful talents of local performing artists and enjoy world-class performances without having to travel to San Francisco and beyond to see them.
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“We really wanted an arts center for our community,” noted the late Henry Trione, one of the Center’s founders. “So, when the church building came up for sale, we decided to buy it on our own.”
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Such is how our founding families arrived at a bankruptcy auction for the Center’s River Road complex. As the only cash bidder, our founders walked away with the property for $4.5 million, reaching deep into their own pockets to purchase the Center on behalf of the community.
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Gerald and Catherine Ayers Hugh and Nell Codding Tom and Betty Freeman Benny and Rosemary Friedman
John and Delores Headley Bob and Olive Kerr Bill and Lori Manly Evert and Ruth Person Henry and Madelyne Trione
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Grand Founders The Ernest L. and Ruth W. Finley Foundation Mrs. Elizabeth J. Richardson Charles M. and Jean Schulz
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“A multi-dimensional, horizon-expanding experience for our students!” School on the creative process – often using poetry – they jumped at our AIS program “The Mayhem Poets: Spoken Word & Contemporary Poetry.” Initially, some of their students, especially the boys, were a bit dubious. Many thought The Mayhem Poets would be “lame.” Instead, “they were mesmerized by
Old Adobe Elementary School 6th grade teacher Tracy McClure (photo by Will Bucquoy)
these hip guys up on stage being playful, together and very earnest about their message,” say Tracy and Carol. “It was a galvanizing experience.”
Carol Henderson and Tracy McClure,
The 6th graders wrote their own poem,
veteran 6th grade teachers rave about
honed it in class with help from a spoken word
our our Artists in the Schools (AIS)
poet and teaching artist, performed it in a
program – and with good reason.
multi-school poetry slam held at the Center,
Thanks to the support of our
and then saw The Mayhem Poets perform.
members, donors, and sponsors, 20 to 30
In the process, their confidence in
North Bay school classes totaling over 500
themselves grew. They honed their creative
students a year are able to benefit from this
voice. They saw new possibilities for self-
powerful, immersive program, which brings
expression. And they were inspired by what
teaching artists and interactive arts
dedication and hard work can produce.
experiences into the classroom. Since Carol and Tracy had been
“Artists in the Schools helps students realize art can be an integral part of your life. It
working with their 6th grade students at
isn’t just something you do in school,” Tracy
Petaluma’s Old Adobe Elementary Charter
and Carol say.
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presentation of contemporary visual art. The Center’s expansive campus and community facilities provide an excellent home for local and regional artists to display their works.
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As you find your way to balcony seating, we hope you
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enjoy the student artwork hanging in the corridor. This
Dennis Leon
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Diana Meehan
insight into the creative voice of the next generation
Daniel Oberti
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Art Education Exhibits
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Roberto Santo Patrick Scott Frank Schueler Richard Starks Thomas Walsh
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Meet Our Volunteers Thea (pronounced “Tia") Rhiannon is an advocate for the performing arts. For the past three years, Thea has volunteered as an usher both at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts and at 6th Street Playhouse. As a volunteer usher, Thea is the face of the Center, taking tickets, helping patrons find their seats and welcoming all who attend a performance. Whether it’s dance, popular music, the symphony or a theatrical performance, Thea is constantly entertained by the diverse programming at the Center. “I've enjoyed so many terrific performances here at the Center that even listing my top 10 would be a challenge. But if I were to call out a specific show as my favorite, I’d say John Legend. He's in my top 10 along with Moody Blues and 2Cellos.”
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Before moving to Sonoma County, Thea lived in Bend, Oregon, where she volunteered at a smaller venue that “was a similar hub for community and performing arts.” As she was getting settled in our area, Thea attended a performance of Capitol Steps, a political satire group. She flipped through the same program that you’re looking at right now, saw volunteer opportunities, and called the next day. Many of our volunteers find their time at the Center sparking new friendships and exposing them to new music and acts that they never would have seen otherwise. A business writer by day, Thea also acts in local theater. This spring, she will perform with one of the Center’s resident companies, North Bay Stage Company,
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For information on becoming a volunteer at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, visit lutherburbankcenter.org and click on “Volunteer Today.“
in its production of The Hallelujah Girls. Your free time and special skills can make a tremendous difference in helping us to enrich, educate, and entertain our North Bay community. From ushering at a performance to working with students through our education programs, our 300-plus volunteers provide vital service to the Arts Center and bring the enrichment of the arts to our community.
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Volunteer Opportunities It takes hundreds of people and hundreds of hours to “make the magic” here at the Center. We salute our 300-plus volunteers who provide over $270,000 in donated services annually, without whom we could not continue to deliver our wide-ranging programs to the community.
Usher Our usher volunteers take tickets, assist patrons with finding their seats, answer questions, and provide overall exceptional
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experience. Volunteer opportunities available for both public (night & weekend) performances, as well as School Shows (weekday mornings).
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Every time I volunteer, I have an opportunity to see old friends and welcome new patrons, who may turn into friends. -- Andy, Volunteer
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Fun with Art Help staff our “Free Fun with Art” tables in the lobby, prior to each Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series show. If you enjoy working with families and love arts and crafts, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Administrative Assist with special projects in our administration office, such as mailings, data entry, and
Volunteer Today To learn more about volunteering, please visit our Volunteer page at lutherburbankcenter.org.
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Advisory Council Encourages Diversity Volunteers with the Latino Advisory Council at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts are working to
2015-16 Advisory Council
strengthen ties with Sonoma County’s Latino
Ambrosio Vigil
community. Members of the media, health care and
Anita Wiglesworth
banking industries, government, schools and service
Candido Morales
organizations make up the council.
Chrystie Prokopakis
Education
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Eric Dullart
Center aims to cultivate new audiences and create an
Ernesto Olivares
inclusive environment for the diverse community that is
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Sonoma County,” says Anita Wiglesworth, who oversees
Herman Hernandez
programming at the Center. “We’re looking at everything
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from signage and marketing to the kinds of programs we
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bring to the Center,” says Wiglesworth. “As a non-profit,
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community owned and operated organization, our goal is to
Karina Garcia
create a home for arts and culture in Sonoma County where
Linda Mayberry-Chavez
everyone feels welcomed.”
Lorraine Sekito
The work being done by the council builds on the
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Center’s past Latino outreach efforts, including a series of
Margarite Fernandez Olmos
public forums that led to new performances and events by
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such artists as Pepe Aguilar, Marco Antonio Solis, Juan
Maria Solarez
Gabriel, a mariachi camp, an annual Posada celebration
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and our annual Fiesta De Independencia.
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Incorporating the Arts into Education Pamell Gallagher has taken arts integrated workshops on connecting movement, poetry, improv and storytelling that she uses in class. “When you incorporate the Arts, expression and creativity into learning, it taps into something kids love about school,” she says. “It’s so important to have an inspiring teaching resource like this,” Pamell says. Today, when funding for ‘extras’ like music
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Photo by Will Bucquoy: Pamell Gallagher, 6th Grade Teacher, Olivet Charter School, Santa Rosa, CA
difference between some students being exposed to the Arts or not,” she adds. Our Professional Development for Teachers helps educators make core subjects, even math and science, more meaningful and engaging through visual art, drama, music and dance. Paid for by donations and membership fees, our trainings are led by Kennedy Center Teaching Artists and benefit students all over the North Bay.
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Want to be the first to get tickets for new shows? Become a member! Join today and find out about new shows before the general public for a full year! Sample benefits, depending on membership level: • Early notification and member pre-sale opportunities for new shows added throughout the year! • Access to the best seats, reserved for
Members Bobby and Tammy Siela with Herbie Hancock.
members only. • Access to special members-only events, including “The Club,” a pre-show lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks.
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• Waived ticket service fees.
Friend $75 - $149
• Complimentary ticket vouchers up to $1000.
Supporter $150 - $299
• Preferred parking.
Contributor $300 - $599
• A tax-deductible donation, and the knowledge
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Champion $1000 - $1499
Join today by calling the Patron & Member Services
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Members Ernesto & Rita Olivares (center) with Karl & Serena Lienau, and members Sanford & JoAnne Bressick (right) in “The Club.“
TICKETS & INFORMATION Luther Burbank Center for the Arts serves to enrich, educate and entertain the North Bay community through accessible and outstanding presentation of fine arts and entertainment performances, family and education programs, visual art and community use of our facility. HOW TO BUY TICKETS Box Office (Daily, Noon - 6pm) In Person: 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa By Phone: 707.546.3600 *Gift certificates are available at the Box Office. Please Note: A 15% service fee is added to orders placed by phone and online (except Family Fun Series Shows, which have a 10% fee). There is a limit of eight (8) tickets per performance per person (regardless of the number of transactions). Ticket purchases are closely monitored and any tickets purchased above the limit will be voided without notice.
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Ticket Exchanges, Reprints & Resale All ticket purchases are final. There are no refunds. 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 Box Office attendant. There is a $2 per ticket fee. Resale For our patron’s own security, we strongly recommend that you do not purchase tickets from any supplier other than Luther Burbank Center for the Arts. Only tickets purchased directly from Luther Burbank Center for the Arts can be guaranteed. Tickets purchased from any other source are done so at your own risk and may be deemed invalid. The re-sale of tickets on Luther Burbank Center for the Arts property is strictly prohibited.
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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible
“Thanks to you, music is my life.” Elsie Allen High School Senior Eduardo Barazza will be the first in his family to go to college. Even though he was born into poverty, his mentor and music teacher predicts he will be “a great success in life.” A trumpet paved the way for Eduardo’s unlikely success. How? Eduardo got his trumpet in 7th grade from Music For Schools, one of the many
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Business major, jazz studies minor at Sonoma State University, Fall 2014 Instrument from Music For Schools: Trumpet
over 400 donated instruments to aspiring student musicians like him. “I don’t know what we’d do without Music For Schools,” says Kyle Thompson, Elsie Allen music director. He estimates 85% of his kids are using Music For Schools instruments.
Want to get involved in Music For Schools? 1) Donate an unused instrument (call Chrystie Prokopakis at 707.800.7504). We’ll refurbish it and put it to work transforming the life of a student. 2) Become a Luther Burbank Center for the Arts member. In addition to priority tickets and other benefits, you’ll help fund Music For Schools and our other educational programs.
Music For Schools transforms lives. Eduardo’s trumpet gave him a passionate love of music, but it also gave him the chance to grow into the leader he is today. “Eduardo’s leadership skills are at such a high level,” says Kyle Thompson, “he is the most skilled teacher of peers I have ever had in a class.” Music has not only given him leadership skills, Eduardo says, it’s helped him become a confident public speaker – a skill he’ll bring with him to Sonoma State University this fall where he will major in Business and minor in Jazz Studies. All this from the loan of a trumpet our donors made possible.
MEMBERSHIP 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 30,000 North Bay children each year. For more information or to become a member, visit lutherburbankcenter.org or call the Patron & Member Services Office at 707.546.3600. ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES 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 the usher how best to assist you if needed. Assisted Listening Devices Assisted listening devices are available for our patrons at no cost. Please notify the Patron & Member Services Office staff when you arrive.
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Restrooms Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the main floor level. Parking Ample parking is available for persons with handicapped placards. Spaces are located just outside the Center’s north and south entrances. 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. BACKSTAGE No one is allowed backstage prior to, during or after any performance without proper authorization and identification.
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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!
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Lagunitas IPA, Modelo Especial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7 Crispin Hard Natural Cider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7 NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
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CAMERAS & RECORDING DEVICES Taking photographs or making a recording of any kind during a performance is forbidden. This copyright infringement is strictly enforced. Flashes from cameras or lights from video recorders can result in on-stage injuries. REFRESHMENTS 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.
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. All children, regardless of age, are required to have tickets. As a courtesy to all audience members, we ask parents and guardians to please
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remove children who may be disturbing others in the theater. THEATER ETIQUETTE 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. Many people are allergic to scents. Out of consideration for your fellow audience members, please refrain from using perfume and cologne. Please use discretion when choosing to stand and/or dance at your seat. 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. Please Note: Standing for extended lengths of time is expected at some performances and is indicated on our website and printed show materials. If you prefer not to stand at these performances, it is suggested you purchase tickets in the front of the balcony to obtain a clear view of the stage. L U T H E R
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THEATER ETIQUETTE—continued 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. RESTROOMS Restrooms are located on the main floor and balcony levels. Additional restrooms are available in the East Mall.
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The Ruth Finley Person Theater at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts 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. 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. 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 or by contacting us on Facebook.
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