2014 Season Brochure

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After three months of work, involving over 100 construction crew members representing 8 trade unions and 26 sub-contractors, the 1600-seat Ruth Finley Person Theater re-opened on August 16th with a performance by Patti LaBelle! Highlights of the renovation include:

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300 additional square feet on stage, and 700 additional square feet backstage.

Raising the ceiling over the stage by 10 feet to better accommodate sets and technical elements.

Brand new seats on the main floor, and completely refurbished seats in the balcony.

Increased ADA seating in various locations, better way finding, and improved access for all.

Better sightlines and sound.

Get your tickets today to one of these world-class performances, and experience the most comfortable, intimate performance venue in Sonoma County!

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NEW SHOWS!

Tickets Now On Sale!

Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl Interrupted Friday and Saturday, March 7 and 8

John Legend: The All of Me Tour Tuesday, April 1 See page 7!

See page 5!

See page 9!

Thursday, May 1 See page 10!

Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s Good Sunday, May 4 See page 11!

Dana Carvey Saturday, May 31 See page 11!

NEW SHOWS

Sunday, April 13

Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour

Cesar Millan Live!

Members Christina and Stephen Miller, and friends Kristine and Mark Tietsort, enjoying a pre-show Club.

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With the new season fast approaching, be the first to know the line-up and the first to buy tickets.

$75 Friend members receive: • Early notification of newly booked shows • Opportunity to purchase tickets before they go on sale to the public

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For information about the Benefactor’s Circle ($1500+), call the Development office at 707.800.7521.

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SPRING EVENTS: March 4 – May 31 Ladysmith Black Mambazo Tuesday, March 4 at 8pm With the power of gospel and the precision of Broadway, Ladysmith Black Mambazo is the undisputed king of mbube, South African a cappella singing. The group catapulted to worldwide fame as part of Paul Simon’s “Graceland,” and continue to thrill audiences around the world with strong, proud melodies, harmonized in layers of call and response. In 2014, Ladysmith Black Mambazo celebrates over fifty years of joyous and uplifting music with a new show of songs from their long, illustrious career including selections from their recent, Grammy-nominated recording, “Songs from a Zulu Farm,” as well as their new 2014 CD release. $39/$29

PERFORMANCES

Ailey II Troy Powell, Artistic Director Wednesday, March 5 at 8pm Pre-show discussion at 7pm Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the most talented young dancers with the passion and creative vision of today’s outstanding emerging choreographers. Under the artistic direction of Troy Powell, the Ailey spirit shines as this critically-acclaimed company presents an exhilarating and diverse repertory of timeless classics and thrilling new works. $45/$25

Lisa Lampanelli’s One-Woman Theatrical Show “Fat Girl Interrupted” Friday & Saturday, March 7 & 8 at 7:30pm and 10pm Performed in the East Auditorium Lisa Lampanelli makes a departure from her signature “insult” comedy with the developmental production of her one-woman theatrical show, “Fat Girl Interrupted.” In her first theatrical production, Lisa will reveal the woman behind the comic, and her struggle with food, men and body image, showing a side to Comedy’s Lovable Queen of Mean that few would guess exists.

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4 SHOWS!

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$35/$30 - C ONTAINS ADU LT C O N TE N T

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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Sunday, March 9 at 8pm The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is comprised of 15 of jazz music’s leading soloists, and led by Wynton Marsalis, the internationally acclaimed trumpeter, composer, bandleader, and educator. Drawing from an extensive repertoire that includes original compositions, as well as the masterworks of Ellington, Mingus, Coltrane, and other jazz greats, Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra perform the full vigor and vision of America’s music. $89/$69/$49

PERFORMANCES

GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY DRU AND HEIDI ARGUE

Jim Henson’s Sid the Science Kid – Live!

BASED ON THE PBS KIDS TV SERIES PRESENTED BY MILLS ENTERTAINMENT

Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30pm Sid the Science Kid – Live! stars Sid, an “inquisitive youngster” who uses comedy to tackle questions kids have about basic scientific principles and why things work the way they do. Join Sid, May, Gabriela, and Gerald as they discover the excitement and curiosities of the world with you! $21 Adults/$16 Children ADDITIONAL GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY EXCHANGE BANK

THE WORLD FAMOUS

Glenn Miller Orchestra Saturday, March 15 at 3pm Pre-show discussion at 2pm The Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most popular and sought after big band in the world today and tours the globe paying homage to its namesake bandleader. The 18-member orchestra, including the Moonlight Serenaders vocal group, will perform Glenn Miller’s greatest hits including “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” and many other big band favorites from the World War II era. $45/$30

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Peter Pan PRESENTED BY THEATREWORKSUSA

Friday, March 28 at 6:30pm Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale, Peter Pan tells the story of the “boy who never grew up.” When Peter whisks Wendy, John, and Michael away to Neverland, they face the villainous pirate Captain Hook, who’ll stop at nothing to defeat Peter and his crew of Lost Boys. It will take faith, hope, and a pinch of fairy dust to bring everyone safely home. $17 Adults/$12 Children ADDITIONAL GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY EXCHANGE BANK

An Evening with John Legend: The All of Me Tour Tuesday, April 1 at 8pm

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PERFORMANCES

Nine-time Grammy Award winning artist John Legend brings his 2014 North American tour to Santa Rosa! Featuring John in an intimate and acoustic setting, highlighted by guitar/vocal accompaniment as well as a string quartet, the tour comes in support of Legend’s highly acclaimed fourth studio album Love In the Future which continues to gain momentum on the Billboard 200 Chart and currently sits in the top 10 on the R&B Album Chart. Produced by Legend and longtime collaborators Kanye West and Dave Tozer, the albums smash single “All of Me,” was recently certified Gold sales status. $90/$75/$55

A Conversation with Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa Moderated by Tori Ritchie Wednesday, April 2 at 8pm Ina Garten, the celebrated specialty food store maven and bestselling cookbook Tired of author, was once a nuclear budget standing in line? analyst at President Carter’s White House. Garten left Washington, Become a member, skip the D.C. in 1978 to buy a 400 sq. ft. concessions line, and get access to store called Barefoot Contessa in the Hamptons. Since then, she has gone on to write a number of phenomenally successful “The Club,” serving complimentary cookbooks, including The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook. Her TV show, “Barefoot Contessa,” is drinks and snacks before the one of the highest rated shows on Food Network. Onstage, Ina Garten delivers a charming insider’s view of her world and the pleasures of good food, cooked with love and passion. show and during intermission.

Enjoy an interactive Q&A with Ina after the show.

See page 4 for more details. $65/$45 PART OF THE BELLWETHER FARMS CULINARY SERIES

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Cesar Millan Live!

Sunday, April 13 at 8pm Cesar Millan returns to Santa Rosa after a SOLD OUT appearance in 2013 with his LIVE stage show. The star of Nat Geo WILD’s “Leader of the Pack” will reveal the secrets of happier, healthier relationships between humans and their canine companions in his exciting live show. Joined by his famous four-legged companion, Junior, Cesar will share his philosophies and methods, present examples via live demonstrations with multiple dogs, and lead an audience Q&A. $69/$59/$49

Aimee Mann & Billy Collins: An Evening of Acoustic Music and Spoken Word

“[Aimee Mann is] one of the finest songwriters of her generation.”

T H E N E W YO R K T I M E S

“Billy Collins writes lovely poems...

Gently and consistently startling, more serious than they seem.”

JOHN UPDIKE

Oscar-nominated songwriter and indie music star Aimee Mann always provides her fans with well-crafted music and lyrics that reflect her wry worldview. Former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins sees his poetry as “a form of travel writing” and considers humor “a door into the serious”—a door that thousands of readers have opened with amazement and delight. The two met at a 2011 White House event honoring the art of American poetry and now come together for an evening celebrating the perspective and reflection that comes from a writer’s eye. $45/$30

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PERFORMANCES

Friday, April 18 at 8pm

Return of the Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the Beatles MICHAEL BERKOWITZ, POPS CONDUCTOR Sunday, April 27 at 3pm Pre-concert discussion with Maestro Berkowitz at 2pm “Never has the music of the Beatles sounded as good as this night with the live orchestra” - Newport News Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ U.S. breakthrough tour with this nationally-acclaimed tribute band featuring original members of the Broadway sensation “Beatlemania.” Together with the Santa Rosa Symphony, they’ll perform your favorite Beatles tunes exactly as they were written. $80/$61/$50/$37

PERFORMANCES

SPONSORED BY EVELYN TRUMAN ADDITIONAL GENEROUS SUPPORT BY FREEMAN TOYOTA LEXUS

Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour Thursday, May 1 at 8pm Straight No Chaser returns to Santa Rosa after their SOLD OUT appearance in 2012. Performing on the heels of the release of their fourth album, “Under The Influence,” they have built a reputation as an unforgettable live act, and as a group setting itself apart from other a cappella acts with its contemporary repertoire and dynamic approach. $52/$42

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day PRESENTED BY TWO BEANS PRODUCTIONS

Saturday, May 3 at 3pm Alexander wakes up with gum in his hair, trips on a skateboard, and accidentally drops his sweater in the sink – all before breakfast! Alexander can already tell it’s going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day! Laugh and sing along with Alexander’s misadventures in this hilarious musical. $17 Adults/$12 Children ADDITIONAL GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY EXCHANGE BANK

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Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s Good Sunday, May 4 at 8pm

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Rodney Carrington is a multitalented for more details. comedian, actor and writer whose comedy albums have sold over 3 million copies. Rodney also starred in his own TV sitcom “Rodney,” which ran for two seasons on ABC. He co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the feature film Beer for My Horses. $49/$35 CO N TA I N S M ATU R E CO N TE N T

Mario Cantone Live!

PERFORMANCES

Friday, May 9 at 8pm Best known as Charlotte’s flamboyant wedding planner in the “Sex in the City” series, celebrated comedian and actor Mario Cantone brings his high energy comedy cabaret to Santa Rosa! Cantone has appeared on Broadway, “The Today Show,” Comedy Central, and as a guest host on “The View.” Backed by a quartet, you won’t want to miss his spot-on celebrity impersonations and hilarious musical impressions. $65/$45 C ONTAINS MAT U R E C ON TE N T

Dana Carvey Saturday, May 31 at 8pm

Emmy Award-winning comedian and “Saturday Night Live” alum Dana Carvey returns to Wells Fargo Center for the Arts bringing his uncanny comedic impersonations and comedic characters to the stage! $65/$55 CO N TA I N S M ATU R E CO N TE N T

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family

Entertainment that’s perfect for the whole family!

fun s e r i e s

Be sure to join us

Stuart Little Presented by Dallas Children’s Theatre

for post-show autograph sessions

Friday, February 21 at 6:30pm

with the cast!

All the charm, wisdom, and joy of E.B. White’s classic book are brought to life as the mild-mannered Stuart Little encounters adventures and misadventures, while discovering the true meaning of family, loyalty and friendship.

Jim Henson’s Sid the Science Kid — Live!

Presented by Mills Entertainment

Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30pm Based on the PBS Kids TV series, join Sid, May, Gabriela and Gerald as they use comedy and curiosity to tackle questions kids have about the world around them!

Peter Pan Presented by TheatreworksUSA

Friday, March 28 at 6:30pm Peter, Wendy, John, and Michael will use faith, hope, and a pinch of fairy dust to face the villainous pirate Captain Hook, who’ll stop at nothing to defeat Peter and his crew of Lost Boys.

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Presented by Two Beans Productions

Saturday, May 3 at 3pm Laugh and sing along with Alexander’s misadventures in this hilarious musical, and discover along with Alexander that sometimes, everyone has a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.

FREE FUN WITH ART!

Additional generous support provided by:

Join us in the lobby one hour prior to each performance for free arts and crafts tailored to fit each performance. We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!

Watch for our 2014-15 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series announcement coming in April!

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Summer Camps

AT W E L L S F A RG O C E N T E R F O R T H E A R T S

REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 7!

New Song Music Camp

July 28 – August 1, 2014 · 9am – 3pm For students entering 3rd – 6th grades Explore the world of music in new ways. This week-long camp emphasizes creativity and cooperation, while campers learn about and experiment with music. Participants will explore music through hands-on experience with a wide variety of traditional and percussion instruments. 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

SUMMER CAMPS

Draw It! Paint It! Sculpt It! Art Camp July 7 –11, 2014 · 1 – 5pm For students entering 4th – 7th grades

Experience life in the studio like Picasso and other great artists!

Explore creativity and express your inner artist by working with 2D and 3D media, including painting, drawing, printmaking and sculpture. Campers complete a number of works of art during the week, culminating with an art exhibit.

No previous art experience is necessary.

$150 for the week

Missoula Children’s Theatre A FREE Weeklong Theatre Residency June 23 – 28, 2014

The acclaimed Missoula Children’s Theatre and Wells Fargo Center for the Arts welcome children entering 1st – 12th grades to audition to take part in the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. No advance preparation or experience is necessary; enthusiasm and a smile are the most important!

Auditions: Monday, June 23, 2014 · 10am to noon in the Lytton Rancheria Grand Lobby (Applicants must participate in the entire two hour audition.) Auditions begin promptly. Those selected must be available each day, June 23 – 28, for rehearsals and performances.

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Shows are added throughout the year.

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2013-2014 Season at-a-Glance

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SEASON SPONSOR

FEBRUARY 2014 1

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Stunt Dog Experience

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Engelbert Humperdinck

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Chicago

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Kathleen Madigan: Madigan Again

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Stuart Little

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Symphony Pops Series: Three Phantoms in Concert

PERFORMANCE LIST

MARCH 2014 4

Ladysmith Black Mambazo

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Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series: Ailey II

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Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl Interrupted

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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Jim Henson’s Sid the Science Kid – Live!

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The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Peter Pan

APRIL 2014 1

An Evening with John Legend: The All of Me Tour

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A Conversation with Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa

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Cesar Millan Live!

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Aimee Mann & Billy Collins: An Evening of Acoustic Music and Spoken Word

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Symphony Pops Series: Return of the Classical Mystery Tour – A Tribute to the Beatles

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Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

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Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s Good

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Mario Cantone Live!

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Dana Carvey

Our 2014-15 season announcement is coming in May.

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Purchasing Tickets

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Season Tickets Discounted season ticket packages are available in person or by phone for the Symphony Pops Series and the Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series. Season ticket holders receive: • Priority seating; • Keep the same seats for every show; • Save up to 28% off regular ticket prices!

Single Tickets Tickets to individual performances are available online, in person, or by phone. Sign up for our e-mail list to find out about on sale dates for new shows added throughout the year. Become a member (see p. 5) to get early notification and advance purchase opportunities.

Group Tickets Groups of 10 or more quality for a 15% discount to selected shows.

Contact the Patron & Member Services office at 707.546.3600 for more information.

Reprints Lost, damaged, or stolen tickets may be reprinted for reservedseating 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.

Resale For your own security, we strongly recommend that you do not purchase tickets from any supplier other than Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. Only tickets purchased directly from Wells Fargo Center for the Arts can be guaranteed, and tickets purchased from any other source are done so at your own risk and may be deemed invalid.

The re-sale of tickets on Wells Fargo Center for the Arts property is strictly prohibited.

Policies subject to change without notice.

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Ticket Fees For season ticket packages, a one-time $9 handling fee will be added to your order. For single ticket purchases, a 15% per ticket handling 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.

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Venue Information The Ruth Finley Person Theater is a 1600-seat venue where no seat is more than 75 feet from the stage, creating an intimate environment for you to enjoy your favorite performer.

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts Patron & Member Services Office 50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Hours: 12 – 6pm daily 707.546.3600 Hours: 12 – 6pm daily (Se habla Español.)

Parking Convenient onsite parking is included with your ticket purchase.

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Directions 1/8 mile east of Highway 101 in Santa Rosa. Take the River Road or Mark West Springs Road exit.

Ticket Policies

Accessibility

All purchases are final. There are no refunds.

Accessible seating for patrons with mobility limitations are located in several locations on the main floor of the theater.

Wheelchair accessible restrooms are also available on the main floor level. Please contact the ticket office to purchase tickets, or notify us of any special needs, so we can help make your experience exceptional.

Ticket Limit 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.

Refunds and Exchanges All ticket purchases are final.

Assisted Listening Devices ALDs are available at no cost to our patrons. Please notify the ticket office upon arrival.

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PATRON INFORMATION

Discounted tickets are available for children and students with a valid student ID for select performances. When available, child tickets may be purchased for children 12 years of age and younger.

Please contact the ticket office for more information.

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SIX NEW SHOWS NOW ON SALE! Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl Interrupted • March 7 – 8 John Legend: The All of Me Tour • April 1 Cesar Millan Live! • April 13 Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour • May 1 Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s Good • May 4 Dana Carvey • May 31

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