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WELCOME! We’re thrilled that you’ve chosen to join us for a performance. Last year was one of the most successful in our 33-year history, and we couldn’t have done it without loyal patrons like you. Most people are familiar with the performances presented in our Ruth Finley

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Person Theater - from Steely Dan to Craig Ferguson to ZZ Top to The Piano Guys to David Sedaris to Chrissie Hynde, we truly have something for everyone this year! But many people are not as familiar with our Education Through the Arts programs, which provide educational opportunities and access to the arts for more than 30,000 North Bay children each year. One of those programs is School Shows. This program, which is made possible through the generosity of our members, donors, and sponsors, welcomes more than 30,000 students and teachers from throughout the North Bay to the Center to see music, dance, and theater performances that reinforce and deepen their classroom curriculum. More than 40% of students attend on scholarship, and for many it is their first experience at a live performance. We invite you to turn to page 40 in this program to read one story about the impact of this program in our community. If you find these stories compelling, we hope you’ll consider becoming a member. Memberships start at just $75 for the year, are tax-deductible, and come with a variety of valuable benefits including pre-sale opportunities on new shows, drink tickets, preferred seating, and more! See page 14 for more information. On behalf of everyone at the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation (owner and operator of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts), it’s our pleasure to serve our community, and look forward to providing even more opportunities in the future. Thank you again for attending, and enjoy the show!

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Rick Nowlin

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What's Inside About Us......................................................................................... 8 Board & Staff............................................................................... 10 Corporate Partner Profile......................................................... 15 Calendar at a Glance................................................................. 16 FEATURE PERFORMANCES Boz Scaggs................................................................................. 19 Lupita D’Alessio.......................................................................... 21 Whitesnake................................................................................. 22 Michael W. Smith........................................................................ 23 Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure...................................................... 24 Bill Burr....................................................................................... 25 Oh, What a Night!....................................................................... 26 Ben Folds.................................................................................... 27 Les Misérables – Live in Concert.............................................. 28 An Evening with Harry Connick, Jr............................................ 30

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Ryan Adams............................................................................... 20

Jim Gaffigan: Contagious........................................................... 31 Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo – 35th Anniversary Tour................ 32 Education Through the Arts..................................................... 42 History........................................................................................... 45 Art Exhibits.................................................................................. 50 Featured Volunteer.................................................................... 53 Our Volunteers............................................................................ 54 Donors and Sponsors................................................................ 57 Latino Advisory Council............................................................ 58 Tickets & Information................................................................ 71 Seating Chart............................................................................... 77 Cover photos (clockwise) – Whitesnake, Oh, What a Night!, Ben Folds, Ryan Adams, Michael W. Smith, Eddie Izzard, Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo

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The art of performance draws our eyes to the stage Our community’s commitment to arts and culture says a lot about where we live. Theater brings us together from the moment the lights go down and the curtains come up.

We proudly salute the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts.

About Us

Did you know? Whether you’ve been here once or a hundred times, you probably know that Wells Fargo Center for the Arts is known for world-class entertainment right here in Sonoma County. But you might not know. . .

We welcome nearly 500,000 visitors each year to our campus for a wide-range of

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We are a non-profit organization, owned and operated by the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation. Our members and donors make all our activities possible.

We present nearly 100 performances each year, and with no seat more than 75 feet from the stage, it’s a rare chance to see your favorite artists up close and personal.

We distribute more than 12,000 free tickets to students and low-income community members, helping make the arts accessible to all.

We serve over 30,000 children each year by integrating the arts into school curriculum.

We have an innovative 450-piece musical instrument lending library called Music For Schools, that allows low-income students to participate in their school’s band or orchestra program.

We host nearly 1000 events each year including the Farmer’s Market, company meetings, bridal shows, and a Fiesta.

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Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation Board of Directors OFFICERS AND EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Sherry Swayne, Chair Bennett Valley Ranch LLC Paul Wilcock, First Vice Chair Community Volunteer

Douglas J. (DJ) Drennan , Secretary Spaulding McCullough & Tansil, LLP

Bruce DeCrona, Treasurer Community Volunteer

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Richard Nowlin, Executive Director Candice Day, Executive Assistant Maggie Wager, Front Desk Coordinator Programming

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Robin Seltzer, Director Diana Hodgins, Manager Yarrow Sandahl, Operations Manager Marketing & Patron Services Kyle Clausen, Director John Cain, Associate Director Jacqui Salyer, Membership & Sales Manager Twyla Mitchell, Patron Services Manager Kaila Finch, Assistant Patron Services Manager

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Marc Hagenlocher, Director Jennifer Brown, Events & Volunteer Manager Jeremy French, Production Manager John Morrison, Maintenance Manager Gene Soldani, IT Manager Betsy Boes, Senior Events Supervisor Corey Wilkes, Events Supervisor Peter Ostrom, Production Supervisor Bethany Moritz, Volunteer Supervisor Steve Guerrero, Maintenance Worker Sean Kearns, Maintenance Worker Don Morrison, Events Crew Chief Tommy Wilson, Crew Chief Michael Rice, Crew Chief Jacquilene Alcantara, Event Aide Alyssa August, Event Aide Michael Catelli, Event Aide Morgan D’Amico, Event Aide Peter McEwen, Event Aide Noel McKeever, Event Aide Drew Neely, Event Aide Robert Nguyen, Event Aide Mariah Panely, Event Aide Jeffery Pelton, Event Aide Arturo Ramos, Skilled Maintenance Worker Micael Tewolde, Custodian Lukas Thompson, Event Aide Lincoln Turner, Event Aide Kristina Volker, Event Aide Brennan Westerson, Event Aide Alexander Wilson, Event Aide

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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

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members only. • Access to special members-only events, including “The Club,” a pre-show lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks.

Membership Levels

• 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

Advocate $600 - $999

you are helping support a local non-profit.

Champion $1000 - $1499

Join today by calling the Patron & Member Services

Benefactor’s Circle $1500+

Office at 707.546.3600 or online at wellsfargocenterarts.org/join

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The attorneys and staff at Spaulding

profession. The attorneys at Spaulding

belief that they have an opportunity

McCullough & Tansil have expertise in

and an obligation to give back to the

many important subject areas, including

community. SMT works hard, and also

business transactions, mergers &

takes time to play and enjoy life. But SMT

acquisitions, employment, equity

also knows that they are fortunate, and

compensation, financings, intellectual

must contribute their energy, knowledge

property, real estate and civil litigation.

and dollars to those who have not had the

Their practices serve the diverse industries

same opportunity.

of Sonoma County, including agriculture, wine, beer & spirits, software and

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technology, health

as a corporate

care, manufacturing,

alliance partner,

hospitality,

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government,

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recently completed

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The law is a complex and diverse

McCullough & Tansil LLP (SMT) share a

The SMT team supports Wells Fargo

Corporate Sponsor

Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP

Spaulding

nine years on the Board of Directors; DJ

McCullough & Tansil attorneys are firmly

Drennan is in his third year, and is currently

committed to providing quality service in

serving as Secretary). SMT is also a strong

an efficient manner. Whether representing

supporter of numerous other non-profit

family members in a business succession

organizations, including Social Advocates

process, employers wrestling with complex

for Youth, Sonoma Humane Society,

labor regulations, or parties in the

Becoming Independent, Redwood Empire

challenges of a lawsuit, they pride

Food Bank, American Heart Association,

themselves on prompt, personal attention.

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village, Listening For a Change,

Their success is reflected in repeat and

Sonoma County Legal Aid, and many

referral business from long-standing

others. In addition to serving on boards,

clients. In 2015, SMT was again named

the SMT team also volunteers time with

"Best Law Firm" by NorthBay Biz readers.

local courts to improve access to justice

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts is

for all in Sonoma County.

proud to have the support of Spaulding McCullough & Tansil LLP.

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Calendar at a Glance

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North Bay Stage Company presents Witness for the Prosecution

An Evening with David Sedaris

Live Nation presents Anjelah Johnson

Nederlander presents The Piano Guys

15 – 24

Roustabout Theater presents 42nd Street

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series Choo-Choo Soul with Genevieve!

Boz Scaggs

Ryan Adams

Lupita D’Alessio

Whitesnake: The Purple Tour

Michael W. Smith

Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure SOLD OUT!

North Bay Stage Company Grand Gala

Bill Burr

Transcendence Theatre Company presents Oh, What a Night!

Aladdin by Missoula Children’s Theatre

Ben Folds

North Bay Stage Company presents Les Misérables – Live in Concert

An Evening with Harry Connick, Jr. SOLD OUT!

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Jim Gaffigan: Contagious

Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo – 35th Anniversary Tour

Esperanza Spalding presents EMILY’S D+EVOLUTION*

Fifth Harmony’s Reflection: The Summer Tour

Kevin Jorgeson & Tommy Caldwell: Legendary Climbers of El Capitan*

Diana Krall: Wallflower World Tour

American Idol Live!

A Night with Janis Joplin*

Live Nation presents Lewis Black: The Rant is Due – Part Deux

Fiesta de Independencia

Paquita La Del Barrio

George Thorogood & The Destroyers*

The 40th Annual San Francisco Comedy Competition Semi-Finals*

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Rosanne Cash with John Leventhal*

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Veggie Tales Live!**

Symphony Pops Series: Great Ladies of Swing**

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Golden Dragon Acrobats**

Rick Steves: Lessons Learned From a Lifetime of Travel*

Whose Live Anyway?*

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis*

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Lightwire Theater’s A Very Electric Christmas**

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild and Swingin’ Holiday Party*

4 – 5

Transcendence Theatre Company presents Joy to the World: A Broadway Holiday Extravaganza

San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus presents Home For the Holidays!*

Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series: Posada Navideña*

Symphony Pops Series: A Very Merry Holiday Pops – Maestro’s Favorites**

Moscow Ballet presents Great Russian Nutcracker*

Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2015*

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: The Cat in the Hat**

The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra*

Symphony Pops Series: Love Is a Many Splendored Thing**

The Summit: The Manhattan Transfer meets Take 6*

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: The BFG**

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Clifford The Big Red Dog™ - Live!**

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Story Pirates**

Symphony Pops Series: The King – The Music of Elvis**

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Popovich Comedy Pet Theater**

Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series: Pilobolus*

October

The Tenors*

Novenber

Frank Sinatra, Jr.: Sinatra Sings Sinatra - The Centennial Celebration*

December

Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series: Parsons Dance Company*

May April` Mar. February. Jan.

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The Lamona Johnson Walraven Legacy Society

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Legacy?

From where you sit, you can see your investment in Wells Fargo Center for the Arts directly and immediately. Your support makes it possible for us to create lasting memories while we enrich, educate and entertain our audiences. g

Thank you!

What would you like your investment to look like years, or even decades, from now?

Have you considered Wells Fargo Center for the Arts in your legacy plans?

If you want to ensure that Wells Fargo Center for the Arts will continue to be here for future generations, consider naming the Center in your will or trust, and joining the Lamona Johnson Walraven Legacy Society.

To learn more, contact Robin Seltzer at 707.800.7525 or rseltzer@wellsfargocenterarts.org.

Boz Scaggs Wednesday, May 20 at 8pm

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“I’m at a point where I’m having a lot of fun with music, more than ever,” Boz Scaggs says about his spellbinding new album, A Fool to Care. “It’s like I’m just going wherever I want to go with it.” You can hear that sense of fun, as well as that ability and willingness to wander in any musical direction throughout the album’s twelve tracks. The inspirational heart of those songs lies in the sounds of Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma that played such a vital role in shaping Scaggs’ musical sensibility, but they venture forth boldly from there, ranging from the seductive New Orleans rumble of the title track to the wry social commentary of “Hell to Pay” and a heartbreakingly wistful interpretation of The Band’s “Whispering Pines.” Fans who have followed Scaggs’ remarkable career dating back to the late Sixties with the Steve Miller Band; his solo triumphs with such classic albums as Silk

to the Impressions’ “I’m So Proud.” He easily

Degrees (1976) and Middle Man (1980); and

negotiates the Latin flavoring of “Last Tango

the splendid assurance of late-period high

on 16th Street” and “I Want to See You,”

points like Some Change (1994) and Dig

both written by San Francisco bluesman

(2001), will instantly recognize Scaggs’

(and longtime Scaggs compatriot) Jack

characteristically deft touch as a singer. He

Walroth. His soul is effortless and deeply

brings a sly drawl to a funky workout like Li’l

felt, never making a show of itself, but

Millet and the Creoles’ “Rich Woman,” a

unmistakably evident in every lyric he

conversational intimacy to Bobby Charles’s

delivers.

“Small Town Talk,” and an elegant delicacy

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Ryan Adams

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Friday, May 22 at 8pm

In the wake of multiple GRAMMY

Album, plus Best Rock Song and Best Rock

nominations, Coachella and JazzFest

Performance for album opener and lead

confirmations and year-end best-of

single "Gimme Something Good."

accolades for his recently released

Ryan's performance on Austin City

self-titled album, Ryan Adams has

Limits aired January 24 as part of ACL's

added another run of headline and

landmark 40th season.

festival dates to his current tour.

Ryan's band on this tour is, as it was

Hailed upon its release as arguably

on his enthusiastically received 2014 trek:

Ryan's finest work to date by Rolling Stone,

Freddie Bokkenheuser (drums), Daniel

Entertainment Weekly, NPR, Esquire, USA

Clarke (keys), Charlie Stavish (bass) and

Today, Stereogum and dozens more, Ryan

Mike Viola (guitar).

Adams (Pax-Am/Blue Note) recently racked up three GRAMMY nominations: Best Rock

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Xiochil Entertainment presents

Lupita D’Alessio Sunday, May 24 at 8pm

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Lupita D’Alessio is a spectacular idol. She started her career in a show with her father, Poncho D’Alessio, on a Tijuana television station. In 1980, she was selected to perform the theme song of the telenovela of Televisa titled “Mundo de Juguete.” Lupita has collaborated in soap operas with top celebrities such as Susana Dosamante, Erica Buenfil and Juan Ferrer, among others. Her most recent single, which includes 11 tracks entitled, “Cuando se Ama como tu” is already among fans favorites. *** Lupita D’Alessio es un ídolo del espectáculo. Dio comienzo a su carrera artística con su Padre el senor Poncho D’Alessio en un show de televisión en Tijuana. En 1980 comenzo su carrera de actuacion y discográfica con una telenovela “Mundo de Juguete” para la cual grabo el tema principal. Lupita a colaborado en telenovelas con grades celebridades tal como Susana Dosamante, Erica Buenfil y Juan Ferrer, entre otros. Su mas reciente sencillo, que incluye 11 temas titulado, “Cuando se Ama como tu”, ya esta colocado entre los favoritos de sus fanáticos.

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Whitesnake

Feature Performances

Tuesday, June 2 at 8pm

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Whitesnake, the legendary rock’n’roll

Lovehunter, Ready and Willing, and Come

band founded and formed by Deep

An’ Get It through to the explosive hard rock

Purple singer David Coverdale are

of the revamped ‘SNAKE sound with the

proud to announce their 2015 “The

multi-platinum Slide It In & 1987’s self-titled

Purple Tour,” which will feature their

mega-million-selling smash-hit album

biggest hits & songs from the new

Whitesnake.

tribute album. Having spent 2013 touring the world

David Coverdale – vocals

on the second leg of the Forevermore World

Reb Beach – guitars

Tour, 2014 was spent in the studio recording

Joel Hoekstra – guitars

the 12th studio opus. Once again the

Michael Devin – bass

hardcore fans are about to be surprised by

Tommy Aldridge – drums

the ‘SNAKE as they hit the road in 2015. After leaving Deep Purple in 1976,

For further information on the tour and

Coverdale formed the original Whitesnake in

the forthcoming album release, please

1978, and began a journey that has taken

check whitesnake.com.

him from the early heavy blues rock of the late ‘70s with albums like Trouble,

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Michael W. Smith Saturday, June 13 at 8pm

Smith has long had a passion for

things up,” Michael W. Smith says with a

serving God and serving others. It’s a fire

smile. After selling more than 15 million

that continues to burn brightly with no sign

albums, scoring 28 No. 1 hits, earning three

of abating. “I don’t see retirement anywhere

GRAMMYs and more than 40 Dove Awards,

in the Bible,” Smith says with a

no one would blame the Christian music

grin. “It’s a calling. I love to

icon if he decided to coast just a little bit,

write. I love to play. It’s still

but that’s just not in his nature.

the most beautiful place.”

On Sovereign, Smith’s first worship

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“Sometimes you’ve just got to shake

album since 2008 and his first project since signing with Capitol Christian Music Group in 2013, he deliberately steps into a new creative chapter to craft a vibrant collection of vertically focused songs with a fresh sense of musical innovation. “I feel like it’s a good season,” Smith says, leaning forward in a comfortable chair in the 1940s Tennessee farmhouse he’s converted into a studio. “I’m pretty passionate. I have lots of energy and I’m probably enjoying making music more than I ever have in my entire life. I’m having fun and I’m excited about this record and this next chapter.” Smith has always had a gift for delivering songs that capture the hearts of the listener and give voice to their thoughts and feelings. During his three-decade career, the Kenova, West Virginia native has shaped the Christian music landscape with such classic songs as “Friends,” which was named the No. 1 Song of All Time by CCM Magazine and “Healing Rain,” a powerful anthem that remains one of the best-loved songs in his extensive repertoire. W E L L S

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WestBeth Entertainment presents

Eddie Izzard: Force Majeure

Feature Performances

Wednesday, June 17 at 8pm

Eddie’s 2015 U.S. tour follows his 2014

On TV, Izzard will star in the Playstation

run of U.S. tour dates where he

original series, “Powers,” premiering on

performed 50 shows in 32 cities in 64

March 10. He guest starred in the series,

days. Force Majeure is the most

“Hannibal,” on NBC, starred in and served as

extensive comedy tour ever; launched

a producer on the critically acclaimed FX

in March of 2013, the tour will take

Network Show, “The Riches,” opposite

Izzard to 25 countries on five

Minnie Driver, guest starred in the final

continents.

season of Showtime’s “United States of

One of the most acclaimed comedians

Tara,” and his 2010 documentary, “Believe:

of his generation, Izzard’s unique, tangential,

The Eddie Izzard Story,” received an Emmy

absurd, and surreal comic narratives are

nomination.

lauded for their creativity and wit, earning

His long list of film and stage credits

him a New York Drama Desk Award and two

includes Valkyrie opposite Tom Cruise,

Emmys for Dress to Kill, two British Comedy

Steven Soderbergh's Ocean’s Thirteen and

Awards for Top Stand-Up Comedian, and an

Ocean’s Twelve opposite George Clooney

Olivier Award nomination for Outstanding

and Brad Pitt, David Mamet's Race and The

Achievement.

Cryptogram, the title role in Marlowe's

In the U.S., Izzard is the first solo

Edward II, and A Day in the Death of Joe Egg

stand-up comedian to perform at the

in London and on Broadway which won him

Hollywood Bowl; has sold-out three

a handful of awards, including a Tony

consecutive nights at Radio City Music Hall

nomination for Best Actor.

and toured arenas throughout the U.S. including a sold-out show at Madison Square Garden.

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Bill Burr

Feature Performances

Sunday, June 21 at 8pm

Bill Burr is an American comedian or a

On December 5, Bill premiered his

comedian from the North American

fourth hour-long special, I’m Sorry You Feel

Union, depending on when you read

That Way, on Netflix. In July, Bill received the

this. He grew up outside of Boston,

Stand-up Comedian of the Year Award from

Massachusetts and did fairly poorly in

the prestigious Just For Laughs Festival in

school, despite the fact that he applied

Montreal. Last year, Bill was seen in Walk of

himself.

Shame alongside Elizabeth Banks and in 2013 he was seen in the films The Heat

Having first gained notoriety for his recurring role on the second season of

with Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy,

Chappelle’s Show, Bill developed a comedic

and Stand Up Guys with Al Pacino and

style of uninformed logic that has made him

Christopher Walken. Bill was also seen

a regular with Letterman, Conan O’Brien

in the Steve Carell & Tina Fey feature,

and Jimmy Fallon.

Date Night.

Bill co-stars opposite Kevin Costner in

One of the most popular comedy

the indie film, Black or White, which

podcasts on the web, Bill’s Monday Morning

premiered on January 30, 2015 and made its

Podcast, is an off-the-cuff weekly rant that

World Premiere at The Toronto International

has become a fan favorite. Bill began the

Film Festival on September 6. Later in 2015,

podcast in May of 2007 and has produced

Bill’s animated Netflix series, F Is For Family,

over 350 episodes.

will premiere featuring Bill, Laura Dern and

In the near future Bill hopes to have some kids. But until then, he will continue

Justin Long as the Murphy family.

to spend most of his mid-afternoons sitting in his sweatpants learning AC/DC songs on his SG.

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Transcendence Theatre Company presents

Oh, What a Night!

Feature Performances

Wednesday, June 24 at 7:30pm

Are you ready to experience one of the most magical & breathtaking nights of your life? Straight from Transcendence Theatre

Follies, Gypsy, Hairspray, West Side Story,

Company's "Broadway Under the Stars"

42nd Street, and Mary Poppins, among

in Jack London State Park, Oh What A

others.

Night! will take you on a journey of

Transcendence Theatre Company

music & dance throughout the ages

specializes in producing Broadway concerts

that has inspired people to live life to

in distinctive Sonoma County locations—

the fullest.

from their primary home within the majestic

Join us for a night filled with Broadway

open-air ruins of the historic winery in Jack

showstoppers, nostalgic standards, &

London State Historic Park to other

modern twists on some of the world’s most

remarkable and stunning settings

uplifting & cherished songs. This astounding

throughout wine country and more.

evening is guaranteed to be a night that will take your enjoyment of life to new levels! Transcendence Theatre Company is an

The company’s main stage signature "Broadway Under the Stars" shows weave an eclectic mix of popular music and

award-winning, non-profit arts organization

Broadway songs into a spectacular concert

comprised of artists with experience from

performance of music and dance. With Oh, What A Night! at Wells Fargo

Broadway, movies, and television. The company’s featured performers

Center for the Arts, Transcendence breaks

have appeared on Broadway in shows such

its tradition of rustic, outdoor concerts and

as The Book of Mormon, Wicked, Mamma

encourages patrons to dress up for an

Mia, Les Miserables, Chicago, La Cage Aux

elegant evening at the theatre.

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Ben Folds Monday, June 29 at 8pm

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Ben Folds first found mainstream success as the leader of the critically acclaimed, platinum selling Ben Folds Five. He has gone on to have a very successful solo career, recording multiple studio albums, a pair of records documenting his renowned live performances, a remix record, music for film and TV, as well as numerous collaborations with artists from Sara Bareilles to William Shatner. In 2012, Folds reunited with the Ben Folds Five and released a new album “The Sound Of The Life Of The Mind.” The band toured the world in early 2013, and released their first LIVE album Ben Folds

Folds, who serves as a member of the

Five LIVE in the summer of 2013.

Board of Directors of the Nashville

Folds has also achieved critical acclaim

Symphony, has composed a piano concerto

for his insight as a judge on NBC's a

which he will perform throughout in 2014 as

cappella competition "The Sing-Off,” which

a part of a global symphonic tour. He has

returned to the air in 2013.

also enjoyed a special relationship with

A Nashville resident, he owns and

symphony musicians, having performed

operates the historic RCA Studio A, where

with some of the world's greatest

legends of all genres of music – from Elvis

orchestras.

Presley to the Monkees, Eddy Arnold to

A member of the distinguished Artist

Dolly Parton, Tony Bennett to the Beach

Committee for Americans for The Arts, Folds

Boys – have recorded.

is also an outspoken advocate for music therapy and music education.

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North Bay Stage Company presents

Les Misérables – Live in Concert

Feature Performances

Tuesday, June 30 at 7:30pm

Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg Original French lyrics by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel English-language libretto by Herbert Kretzmer

North Bay Stage Company presents a

Les Misérables, a sung-through

new production of Boublil and

musical based on the novel by French poet

Schönberg’s iconic, hit musical Les

and novelist Victor Hugo, tells the story of

Misérables. Join us for one performance

relentless policeman Javert as he pursues

only, live, in-concert as we celebrate the

escaped convict Jean Valjean for decades

30th anniversary of Les Misérables, the

through the tumult of revolutionary France.

musical masterpiece featuring some of the

Les Misérables is licensed by Music Theatre International (MTI) by arrangement

Bay Area’s finest performers.

with CAMERON MACKINTOSH LTD.

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Summer Camps Missoula Children’s Theatre A FREE Weeklong Theatre Residency June 22 – 27, 2015 For students entering 1st – 12th grades Audition to take part in a production of Aladdin! No advance preparation or experience is necessary. Those selected must be available each day, June 22 – 27, for rehearsals and performances.

Auditions: Monday, June 22, 2015 · 10am – 12pm (must be available for the the entire two hour audition.)

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July 13 – 17, 2015 · 1 – 5pm For students entering 4th – 7th grades

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An Evening with Harry Connick, Jr. Sunday, July 12 at 8pm

Feature Performances

technique and vivid musical imagination on

his self-titled debut album. His follow-up album, "20," announced that Connick was equally gifted as a singer; but this was soon overshadowed by his multi-platinum success with the soundtrack for the hit comedy "When Harry Met Sally..." To date, Connick has released 29 albums, won three Grammy Awards and two Emmy Awards, and garnered sales of over 28 million albums. Connick has also appeared on the screen and stage as an actor. Among his film credits are "Little Man Tate," "Copycat," "Independence Day," "Mickey," "P.S. I Love You," "New in Town," “Dolphin Tale,” and “Dolphin Tale 2,” the sequel to 2011’s hit family film. On television, following his very successful stint as a mentor on "American Idol," he was invited to the judges’ table for Seasons XIII and XIV. Among his many other Showered with awards and

television credits, Connick is perhaps best

recognition for his live and recorded

known for his recurring role on "Will &

musical performances, and for his

Grace.”

achievements on screens large and

Not surprisingly, Connick has used his

small as well as the Broadway stage,

influence as an entertainer to further his

Harry Connick, Jr. has exemplified

charitable work. Following the devastation

excellence in every aspect of the

of Hurricane Katrina, he created, along with

entertainment world.

fellow musician and New Orleanian Branford

The foundation of Connick's art is the

Marsalis, the Musicians' Village in the Upper

music of his native New Orleans, where he

Ninth Ward. His contributions to the

began performing as a pianist and vocalist

post-Katrina effort have been acknowledged

at the age of five. His career took off when

by a Redbook Strength and Spirit Award, an

he signed with Columbia Records at 18

honorary degree from Tulane University and

years old and revealed his stunning piano

the 2012 Jefferson Award for Public Service.

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Jim Gaffigan: Contagious Wednesday, July 22 at 7pm & 9:30pm

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Jim Gaffigan is a Grammy-nominated Comedian, New York Times Best Selling author, top touring performer, and multi-platinum selling father of five. His fourth hour special (“Beyond the Pale” 2006, “King Baby” 2009, “Mr. Universe” 2012), “Obsessed” premiered on Comedy Central in 2014 and the DVD/CD was released soon after by Comedy Central Records. “Obsessed” premiered at #1 on iTunes which gave Gaffigan five albums in the Top 25 Comedy category on iTunes. The album also earned a nomination for ‘Best Comedy Album of the Year’ at the 2015 Grammys. In 2013, Jim’s first book, Dad is Fat, was released by Crown Publishing and debuted at #5 on the New York Times Bestseller List and remained on the list for 17 weeks after. His second book, Food: A Love Story was released in the fall of 2014 and debuted at #3 on the New York Times Bestseller List. Jim Gaffigan will serve as Executive Producer and star in “The Jim Gaffigan Show” which will premiere in July of 2015 on TV Land and Comedy Central. In advance of the show premiering, Jim will be on his latest national tour called Contagious. Gaffigan has had guest appearances on many TV comedies and dramas ranging from “Portlandia” to HBO's cult hits “Flight of the Concords” and “Bored to Death” to dramatic roles in all three versions of “Law & Order.” He also starred in the movie The Experimenter that debuted at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. W E L L S

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Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo – 35th Anniversary Tour Friday, July 31 at 8pm

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starting with Precious Time. By the end of

1982, they were married in a Hawaiian ceremony. “Thirty-five years ago, ‘Heartbreaker’ was the catalyst for it all,” says Pat Benatar. "It’s hard to believe that so much time has passed. We’re excited to be celebrating this personal and musical milestone. The tour should be an incredible, shared experience with the audience.” "From the very beginning our chemistry was undeniable," remarks Neil Giraldo. "This is the driving force behind everything we do. After 35 years of playing together, we're looking forward to the spring She sings the songs, and he plays

and summer leg of the tour and the future,

them. Along the way, the union of Pat

which will surely be adventurous."

Benatar and Neil “Spyder” Giraldo has

Benatar and Giraldo’s collection of hits

become one of the most successful in

include “We Belong,” “Promises In The

music history, and their legacy

Dark,” “Hell Is For Children,” “Love Is A

continues to be celebrated across the

Battlefield,” and “Heartbreaker.” The duo

globe. The couple is kicking off their

has scored two RIAA-certified Multi-

35th Anniversary Tour on April 10 in

Platinum albums, five RIAA-certified

Jackson, California.

Platinum albums, and three RIAA-certified

The rock duo’s exceptional journey

Gold albums during their storied career.

began with their debut album, In The Heat

Benatar, a four-time Grammy Award winner,

of The Night. They would soon grace the

has three American Music Awards.

cover of Rolling Stone, and make history

Together, Benatar and Giraldo, have 19 Top

with the hit single “You Better Run,” which

40 singles and multiple Top 10 singles.

gave them the distinction of being the first female vocalist and the first guitar player

For more information, visit: www.benatargiraldo.com.

featured on MTV. In 1981, Giraldo began co-producing the pair’s recording sessions,

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“MCT helps kids stand taller and know they are someone.” —Amber Hartman teach them values and life skills, inspire big dreams and encourage their creativity. “MCT all happens in a week,” Amber says, “and what’s so amazing is that the result isn’t just a play, it’s a really polished production – often a lot more polished than

Gabi, Maddie, and Kinley Hartman with MCT Director/Actor Nick Cartusiello

some school plays that practice for 3 - 4 months. Somehow MCT helps kids do their best in a really short time, and this teaches them so much about themselves.” Amber is very grateful MCT is offered to the public free of charge. “With five children (4 girls and a boy),”

“I love watching my girls’ confidence and

she says, “it would be hard to send all of them

social skills grow during the Missoula

through high-quality programs like MCT – even

Children’s Theatre (MCT). Being one out of

if we made a lot of money.” This is just one of

200 kids picked for a role, learning your part in

the many reasons MCT is such a cherished

a week, following directions well and

tradition for the Hartman family.

performing on stage does that,” says Amber

This year, daughters Kinley, 13, Maddie, 9, and Gabi, 8, won MCT roles. Next year, all five

Hartman. Wells Fargo Center for the Arts has brought the world-renowned Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) to Sonoma County for

kids will be at MCT auditions, including Hali, 11, and Lukas, 6. “It’s magical to see the MCT play come

10 years – free of charge – thanks to our

together,” says Amber, “starting with 200 kids

members and donors. MCT’s mission is to

at auditions and ending with a polished

involve children 6-18 in musical theater to

performance a week later.”

Want to get involved and help support this great program? Become a member of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts today. See page 14 for more information or call 707.546.3600.

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About Us Enrich. Educate. Entertain.

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts Opens New Sculpture Garden

Sculptor Bruce Johnson Opening to the public on June 6, 2015, a new Sculpture Garden – located at the northeast end of the Center’s campus, between the Center’s building and the Sutter Hospital campus – will present rotating works from contemporary regional artists that focus on monumental outdoor art incorporated into a landscaped natural setting. The Sculpture Garden is free and accessible to the public, and will feature the distinctive redwood sculptures designed by highly acclaimed local artist Bruce Johnson for the inaugural exhibit, which will last for two years. This installation will be the unifying focal point for the various other aspects of the visual arts pieces that are already on display at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. The visual arts have always been an intrinsic component of the programming at the Center dating back to the early 1980’s when the Museum of Contemporary Arts was housed onsite. Although the works relocated in 2006, other significant paintings and sculpture displayed at the Center include works by thirteen local and regional artists such as Robert Ellison, Dennis Leon,

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About Us Diana Meehan, and Roberto Santo. With the new Sculpture Garden, the Center’s walkable campus can now easily be experienced as an integrated Art Walk, incorporating all the visual arts and elevating the profile of the Center as a comprehensive center for the visual and performing arts and a community resource. The physical concept for the garden, how best to adapt the current space to most successfully display artwork, its design, and planning is by Bill Mastick, Quadriga Landscape Architecture and Planning with offices in Santa Rosa, San Francisco and Sacramento. ”Root 101,” the inaugural exhibit by Bruce Johnson is comprised of colossal wood sculptures made from salvaged old growth redwood, which he has been working with for 50 years. Three years ago, Johnson acquired 80 tons (four truckloads) of huge salvaged redwood stumps and chunks, some trees over 1,000 years old near a tributary to the Eel River. “There is something primal and archetypal about these huge water washed forms,” observes Johnson. “Within the form of roots and swirl of grain you can see and touch patterns of nature and feel the fractal expression of growth and energy. These materials are the heart of the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts exhibit.”

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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible

“Shows at the Wells Fargo 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, Wells Fargo 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.”

Want to get involved and help support this great program? Become a member of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts today. See page 14 for more information or call 707.546.3600.

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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Each year we:

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

curriculum lessons.

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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 Wells Fargo 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.

Founders

“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.”

Ed and Marion Gauer

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.

Ralph and Lois Stone

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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Chet and Gloria Galeazzi

Grand Founders The Ernest L. and Ruth W. Finley Foundation Mrs. Elizabeth J. Richardson Charles M. and Jean Schulz

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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible

“Music has made me a better person.” Watching Luis Lopez lead the talented Elsie Allen High School Jazz Band from behind his drum set is inspiring. Luis enjoys helping the younger musicians in the band become better players and relishes his role as a mentor and leader. Music has made a huge difference in Luis’s life.

Luis Lopez, Elsie Allen High School Senior 2014 Jazz Band Leader, Assistant Drum Major/ Leader of the Concert/ Marching Band Instruments from Music For Schools: Tenor Sax, Clarinet

“In the past, there were times I wasn’t on the right path,” he says, “but music has taught me how to be better at everything – from public speaking to leadership.” He will be going to the Santa Rosa JC to study engineering and minor in music this fall. Luis is loaded with heart and musical talent – originally a sax player, he taught himself how to play drums last year simply by

Want to get involved in Music For Schools?

watching the previous drummer. However, without the loan of instruments from Music For Schools, one of our Education

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.

Through the Arts programs made possible by

2) Become a Wells Fargo 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.

remarkable potential.

our members, donors, and sponsors, he could have missed out on the chance to participate in his school’s music program and realize his “Music For Schools gives young people the chance to have music in their lives and that can change everything,” he says. Luis has plans to one day give back by helping introduce young kids to music and get them started early.

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presentation of contemporary visual art. The

Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

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exhibit showcases the work of young artists, shares

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insight into the creative voice of the next generation

Aaron Poovey

and demonstrates the importance of art classes in our schools.

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Art Education Exhibits

Connie Butler

Roberto Santo Patrick Scott Frank Schueler Richard Starks Thomas Walsh

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A Heart for Education Patti Delano, like many of the volunteers at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, became involved through the invitation of a friend. “Mary would always talk about all the great acts and events at the Center. I decided to join her, just for fun, and now I’ve been volunteering longer than her!” Patti has been volunteering as an usher since 2007 for both public and weekday school shows, and currently helps train our new volunteer ushers. As a wife, mother and grandmother, Patti is busy with her family, but always has a place in her heart for education. She worked for 16 years as an elementary school instructional assistant and continues to volunteer with her grandsons' school in Santa Rosa and her granddaughters' school in Novato.

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Betsy Boes, the Center’s Senior Events Supervisor, has this to say about Patti, “If you look up the word perfection in the dictionary, you would find a picture of Patti Delano. Patti is an authentic lady; she has an up-beat attitude, is always fair, and a pure pleasure to have in the workplace.” The Center’s mission to “Enrich, Educate and

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Entertain the North Bay community” fits Patti’s passion

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for teaching and love for Sonoma County. She loves the school shows, “When I open the doors and children walk down those aisles, I love to see how excited they are. They’ve never seen anything like our theatre- other than on TV- and these field trips are their only opportunity to experience something as special as live music, theatre

For information on becoming a volunteer at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, visit wellsfargocenterarts.org and click on “Volunteer Today.

and dance.” Patti’s favorite shows spark her memoires of another time, The Smothers Borthers, Frankie Valli, Paul Anka and Shirley MacLaine. She lights up as she talks about a contemporary a capella group, Straight No Chaser, and their ability to “fill the stage like they all had instruments with only their beautiful voices.” Patti’s goal at the Center is “to make every time as special as the first. This is a dream come true for so many who grew up watching these stars all their lives.” W E L L S

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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 service to guarantee our patrons a great

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Concessions Concessions volunteers can choose to serve beverages and snacks, or choose to be a cashier, operating our Point-of-Sale system and helping customers complete their purchases in an efficient and friendly manner.

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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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Set the Stage Act as a docent going into area classrooms and share a brief presentation that helps prepare students for their upcoming trip to see one of our school shows. We provide you the training and materials. This opportunity is ideal for retired teachers or anyone with classroom experience.

Fun with Art Help staff our â&#x20AC;&#x153;Free Fun with Artâ&#x20AC;? tables in the lobby, prior to each Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series show. If you enjoy working with families

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Administrative Assist with special projects in our administration office, such as mailings, data entry, and reception service.

Volunteer Today To learn more about volunteering, please visit our Volunteer page at wellsfargocenterarts.org.

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Advisory Council Encourages Diversity Fargo Center for the Arts are working to strengthen

2014-2015 Advisory Council

ties with Sonoma County’s Latino community.

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Members of the media, health care and banking industries,

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government, schools and service organizations make up the

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council.

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Volunteers with the Latino Advisory Council at Wells

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“With our Latino population steadily growing, the Arts

Center aims to cultivate new audiences and create an

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inclusive environment for the diverse community that is

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Sonoma County,” says Anita Wiglesworth, who oversees

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programming at the Center. “We’re looking at everything

Richard Nowlin

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

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create a home for arts and culture in Sonoma County where

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everyone feels welcomed.”

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The work being done by the council builds on the

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Center’s past Latino outreach efforts, including a series of public forums that led to new performances and events by such artists as Pepe Aguilar, Marco Antonio Solis, Juan Gabriel, and the annual Posada celebration.

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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible

“When I got a part, I felt like I could do anything!” —Hannah That’s where Wells Fargo Center for the Arts members, donors, and sponsors came in. The Center’s generous supporters help fund the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) production of The Wizard of Oz that Hannah and 62 other kids took part in – free of charge Hannah is a lively, spirited and creative

– for a week this June. MCT gets kids 6-18

little girl who’s faced some tough

involved in musical theater to teach values

challenges in her eight years of life.

and life skills, inspire big dreams and

Hannah’s parents are divorced and share

encourage creativity.

custody of her – which means she has to

“For Hannah to have this opportunity was

shuttle back and forth between them every

huge,” says stepmom Irene. “She needs this

week. This takes a toll on Hannah and

kind of artistic and social outlet, but we can’t

sometimes her frustrations get the better of

afford to pay for things like this.”

her and spill over into unproductive behavior. Hannah’s living situation and her family’s

MCT taught Hannah so much more than just how to be a character in a play. During the

tight budget make it very hard, in fact nearly

week, she faced one difficult challenge after

impossible, for her to benefit from organized

another, all on her own, and overcame them.

after-school activities that would help her

Irene concludes, “I’m so grateful to your

make more friends, strengthen her social skills,

supporters, because being in a play was an

build her confidence and have more fun.

amazing opportunity Hannah wouldn’t have had without them.”

Want to get involved and help support this great program? Become a member of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts today. See page 14 for more information or call 707.546.3600.

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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

Advocate $600 - $999

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Champion $1000 - $1499

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Benefactor’s Circle $1500+

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Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

Members Ernesto & Rita Olivares (center) with Karl & Serena Lienau, and members Sanford & JoAnne Bressick (right) in “The Club.

TICKETS & INFORMATION Wells Fargo 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 patronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 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. 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.

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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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educational programs funded by our members, donors, and sponsors. The only public

Elsie Allen High School Senior 2014

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Marching Band Drum Major, Concert Band Assistant Conductor, Jazz Band Trumpet Section leader

Music For Schools refurbishes and lends out

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 Wells Fargo 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 wellsfargocenterarts.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 Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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!

Wells Fargo 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

CONCERT CUP

Small (10 oz), Large (16 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 SNACKS

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series Menu BEVERAGES

Small (10 oz), Large (16 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 FOOD

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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.

Wells Fargo 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 remove

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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. W E L L S

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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 Wells Fargo 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, Wells Fargo 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 wellsfargocenterarts.org. Share your comments and let us know how you enjoyed the show by writing to us at: Wells Fargo 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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