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The Scottish play on outdoor stage at Stanislaus

The Scottish play on outdoor stage at Stanislaus

California State University, Stanislaus' production of “Macbeth” by William Shakespeare opened Tuesday and will run through May 5, with free admission to students and the public.  The gates will open at 6:30 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheatre and pre-show entertainment starts at 7:30 p.m.  The play will start at around 8:30 p.m. each night. The play is directed by CSU Stanislaus Professor of Theatre Jere O’Donnell with special guest, Chicago-based professional actor ... Read More
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Posted: apr. 30, 2013 11:45 p.m.



The Scottish play on outdoor stage at Stanislaus

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Posted: apr. 30, 2013 11:43 p.m.
TYPA ISLAND LOVE

TYPA ISLAND LOVE

Turlock Youth Performing Arts' newest show, "Once on the Island Jr.," will transport audience members to a tropical paradise through colorful costumes and songs. An adaptation of the popular fairy tale "The Little Mermaid," "Once on the Island Jr." tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of the island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the ... Read More
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Posted: apr. 19, 2013 10:32 p.m.
Playhouse highlights upcoming season

Playhouse highlights upcoming season

Playhouse Merced’s “Season Preview Party and Show” will be presented on the Playhouse Merced Mainstage, at 7:30 p.m. April 6. At the "Season Preview,” fully rehearsed, produced and costumed musical numbers and scenes from next season’s shows will be performed on the Playhouse stage, with artistic director Rob Hypes acting as master of ceremonies.  In addition, drinks, desserts and chances to win prizes will be part of the fun for those in ... Read More
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Posted: mar. 19, 2013 10:36 p.m.
Classic rock opera tells story of the last days of Jesus Christ

Classic rock opera tells story of the last days of Jesus Christ

“Jesus Christ Superstar,” the rock opera that tells the story of the last days of Jesus Christ, begins a three-weekend run on the Playhouse Merced mainstage Friday. “Jesus Christ Superstar” is based loosely on the New Testament account of the last week of the life of Jesus Christ.  The story is told mainly from the perspective of Judas, the disciple who eventually betrays Jesus and turns him in to the Roman authorities.   With music written ... Read More
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Posted: mar. 05, 2013 10:58 p.m.
Profanity takes center stage

Profanity takes center stage

With a title like “American Buffalo,” spectators would most likely be expecting a corny western, but in reality, they’d be introduced to an adult feature that professes profanities just as easily as blinking. David Mamet’s “American Buffalo” looks into the life of three small time crooks living in Chicago during the 1970s who have a plan to pilfer a man of his coin collection for the valuable “Buffalo nickel.” The rugged dialogue ... Read More
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Posted: feb. 19, 2013 11:53 p.m.
‘Annie’ opens ‘Tomorrow’

‘Annie’ opens ‘Tomorrow’

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Posted: jan. 15, 2013 8:00 p.m.
Merced Arts showcases 'Dearly Departed'

Merced Arts showcases 'Dearly Departed'

“Dearly Departed,” a two act comedy about an eccentric Southern family gathering together for the funeral of the patriarch, begins a two-weekend run at the Merced County Arts Council Friday. “Dearly Departed” is written by David Bottrell and Jessie Jones, and tells the story of the dysfunctional Turpin family.  After the death of Bud Turpin, Bud’s wife Raynelle tries to juggle her complicated life with her sons Ray-Bud and Junior and daughter Delightful.  The Turpins turn for comfort ... Read More
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Posted: jan. 08, 2013 7:10 p.m.


Holiday cheer on offer through cinematic classics

Still not quite in the holiday spirit? The State Theatre in downtown Modesto has just the thing; two traditional Christmas films — one modern and one classic. Tim Burton puts the ghosts back into Christmas with his 1993 animated film "The Nightmare Before Christmas." This visually delightful mix of fun and fright is filled with wit, clever songs, funny gags and genuine pathos  — making it a true classic, and probably the greatest ... Read More
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Posted: dec. 18, 2012 8:08 p.m.
CUPS takes on 'City Lights, Country Nights'

CUPS takes on 'City Lights, Country Nights'

This year Christmas is coming into town with a little bit of twang, as the Center for Urban Performance and Service and Westside Ministries stages “City Lights, Country Nights.” The full-length musical comedy is an original production written by Westside Ministries Director JoLynn DiGrazia and stars a cast of more than 200 dancers and actors from preschool age on up. The Christmas pageant is an annual tradition for Westside Ministries and CUPS, ... Read More
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Posted: nov. 27, 2012 7:40 p.m.
Magic comes alive in Sierra Rep's 'Cinderella'

Magic comes alive in Sierra Rep's 'Cinderella'

The beloved classic fairy tale of a beleaguered maid who became a princess is coming to life on the stage as the Sierra Repertory Theatre performs Rodger and Hammerstein's "Cinderella" at the Fallon House Theatre in Columbia through Dec. 22. Read More
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Posted: nov. 13, 2012 10:01 p.m.

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