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Robert Breault in “Requiem” by Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra.

THIS MONTH'S CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Dancers Ana Konovaloff and Jaynica Dacuycuy in The Unicorn Fountain. Photo by Lina Yun

Giuseppe Verdi’s Requiem

Sacramento Choral Society & Orchestra Saturday, May 14, 8 p.m. SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, 1301 L St. • sacramentochoral.org

This dramatic performance features soloists Jennifer Forni, Linda Baird, Robert Breault and Timothy Jones, and guest chorus Schola Cantorum of Sacred Heart Church, a memorial tribute to restaurateur Biba Caggiano and a performance of the Ukrainian national anthem. Tickets are $44–$64.

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By Jessica Laskey

The Unicorn Fountain

Sacramento Civic Ballet Company and Deane Dance Center Saturday, May 7, 7 p.m. Sunday, May 8, 2 p.m. Veterans Memorial Theatres, 203 E 14th St., Davis • deanedancecenter.com

Don Schwennesen’s stunning ballet The Unicorn Fountain features a large cast and beautiful music with lead dancers David Bier as Prince Fredrick, Ana Konovaloff as the Unicorn, Jaynica Dacuycuy as Charity and Grace Hanson as Dahlia.

It’s a Grand Night for Singing

Sacramento Master Singers May 19, 7 p.m., and May 22, 3 p.m. Location TBD • mastersingers.org

The choir performs hit show tunes, including selections from “Hamilton,” and choral favorites that will be included in the singers’ Europe tour this summer. Tickets are $35 for adults, $10 for students.

Stories on Stage

Stories on Stage Sacramento Friday, May 27, 7 p.m. CLARA Auditorium, 2420 N St. • storiesonstagesacramento.com

This award-winning literary performance series presents excerpts from authors Gina Frangello’s “Blow Your House Down” and Annabelle Gurwitch’s “You’re Leaving When?” read aloud by professional actors followed by a Q&A with the authors. Tickets are a $10 suggested donation.

CAMP: Hack the Woods

Square Root Academy May 20–22 Grizzly Creek Ranch, Portola • squarerootacademy.com/camphackthewoods

In partnership with Sierra Nevada Journeys and Black Youth Leadership Project, Square Root scholars connect, learn STEAM-based education and promote social justice in an outdoor setting. Participants must be 13–17 years old (18 if still in school) and attend school or live in the city of Sacramento.

“Peace is a Human Right” by Emmy Lou Packard at John Natsoulas Center for the Arts. Luke and Joel Smallbone of For King & Country at Golden 1 Center.

What Are We Waiting For? Tour

For King & Country Sunday, May 8, 7 p.m. Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk • forkingandcountry.com

This concert presents music from the Grammy Award-winning progressive pop duo For King & Country, with music from their new album and a performance by Dante Bowe of Bethel and Maverick City Music. Tickets start at $29.99.

Artists for Amensty

John Natsoulas Center for the Arts May 4–June 4 Opening Night Reception May 7, 7–10 p.m. 521 First St., Davis • natsoulas.com

This exhibition features art from around the world to benefi t Amnesty International’s humanitarian efforts to raise funds for victims of human rights abuses, with global artists presenting their perspectives on peace and understanding. Opening night includes live bands and refreshments.

“Dreaming in Color” by Leslie McCarron at Archival Gallery.

Children’s Book Week

Fairytale Town May 2–8, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. 3901 Land Park Drive • fairytaletown.org

Celebrate a week of literary fun! A different book is featured each day with story time and craft activities inspired by the selected book. A Scholastic Book Fair has books and more for sale. Weekday admission is $7 for adults and children 2 and older. Weekend admission is $8 for adults and children 2 and older. Members and children 1 and younger are free.

Open Garden

UC Master Gardeners of Sacramento County Saturday, May 14, 9 a.m.–noon Wednesday, May 18, 4–7 p.m. Fair Oaks Horticulture Center, 11549 Fair Oaks Blvd. • sacmg.ucanr.edu

Learn how Master Gardeners create a model wildlife habitat for the home with plantings and bee and bird houses at this free event. Master Gardeners are available in all areas of the garden—bring your samples and questions on pests and diseases.

“Cats Cradle” by Amy Vidra at Elk Grove Fine Arts Center. “Dystopian Transformer Mask” by Rasa Vilcinskaite at Blue Line Arts.

Books and Brews

Fairytale Town Friday, May 6, 6–8 p.m. 3901 Land Park Drive • fairytaletown.org

Plan to attend this book fair for grownups! Walk through the park, grab a brew or glass of wine, check out the vendors and stroll through the Scholastic Book Fair located in the Children’s Theater.

Craft Nouveau

Blue Line Arts Through May 28 Third Saturday Reception May 21, 4–8 p.m. 405 Vernon St., Roseville • bluelinearts.org

This biannual exhibition features fi ne craftwork with 97 pieces from across the U.S., as well as Canada, Lithuania and Russia. Artworks and award winners have been selected by Ariel Zaccheo, curator at the Museum of Craft & Design in San Francisco.

BizX: Minding Your Business and the Future of Technology

Sacramento City and County Tuesday, May 3, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Online • cityofsacramento.org/bizx

Entrepreneurs, small business owners and industry professionals are invited to explore the latest technologies changing the way you “Mind Your Business.” BizX is presented by the city of Sacramento’s Offi ce of Innovation and Economic Development and Sacramento County, in partnership with Sacramento State’s Carlsen Center and Business Environmental Resource Center.

The Maifest

Sacramento Turn Verein Sunday, May 1, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 3349 J St. • (916) 425-4398

This family-friendly event features dancing, singing, crafting and playing to celebrate the arrival of spring in the German tradition. German food and drink are for sale. Performances include the Alpentänzer Schuhplattler, a German dance troupe. Admission is $5 for adults and free for children 17 and younger. Proceeds support the STV German Language School.

Flora

Sparrow Gallery May 14–June 3 Second Saturday Opening Reception May 14, 5–8 p.m. 1021 R St. • sparrowgallery.com

This “Lotusland” exhibit features paintings by Jill Estroff, who was inspired by the lotus blossoms in Land Park. Local emerging artist Nikki Carson joins with her fi rst gallery showing.

Art Show Paris Preview

Sparrow Gallery May 14–June 3 1021 R St. • sparrowgallery.com

After winning the Prix De L’Originalité at Art Show Paris VII in 2020, artist Michael Schaffer returns to Art Show Paris this September. This exhibit is a preview of those works.

Why We Sing—The Traditions of Choral Music

Sacramento Children’s Chorus Saturday, May 7, 7 p.m. St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1701 L St. • sacramentochildrenschorus.org

This spring concert explores universal themes of joy, love, peace, death, friendship and faith in the choral styles that have conveyed these themes throughout history.

Dreaming in Color

Archival Gallery May 5–28 Second Saturday Reception May 14, 5–8 p.m. 3223 Folsom Blvd. • archivalgallery.com

This solo exhibition features paintings by Northern California native Leslie McCarron, who incorporates bold brush strokes and rich colors to enhance her landscape paintings and still life compositions.

Open Fine Arts Competition Swell by Amy Vidra

Elk Grove Fine Arts Center May 7–26 First Saturday Reception May 7, 4–7 p.m. 9683 Elk Grove Florin Road • elkgrovefi neartscenter.org

This annual competition presents regional and national artists in drawing and pastel, sculpture and mixed-media, oil, acrylic, water media, and photography. In the Foyer Gallery, artist Amy Vidra’s collection represents the swell of tides, emotions and movements of the world. Vidra gives a free talk to the public Saturday, May 21, at 5 p.m.

“Kitchen Talk” by Michael Schaff er at Sparrow Gallery.

World Premiere Choral Concert

Sacramento Valley Concert Choir Tuesday, May 17, 7 p.m. Center for Spiritual Awareness, 1275 Starboard Drive, West Sacramento • svcchoir.org

This free concert features the world premiere of the song “Love Beyond Love,” written by Sacramento singer/songwriter Kristi Matal and arranged by international composer Mark Hayes. The concert includes performances by the Sacramento Gay Men’s Chorus and Empire Pop Choir. Proof of COVID vaccination and masks are required.

Beer & Ballet

Sacramento Ballet May 6–21 James Hargrove Outdoor Stage at Sac Ballet Studios, 2420 N St. sacballet.org

This performance, choreographed by Sac Ballet company members, features stunning choreography, beverages and—new this year—food trucks! Tickets are $60 and include a craft beer, glass of wine or soft drink. A choreographer Q&A follows each performance.

Star Wars Weekend

Stage Nine Entertainment Saturday, May 7, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday, May 8, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. 102 K St. • stagenine.com

Stop by to meet artist Monte Moore, who paints The Mandalorian™ Star Wars Series for Thomas Kinkade Studios. The weekend includes a scavenger hunt throughout all fi ve Stage Nine retail stores on the Old Sacramento Waterfront. Guests are encouraged to dress in Star Wars attire.

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