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The Sacramento Shakespeare Festival brings the Bard's romance to the outdoor stage at the William A. Carroll Amphitheatre. A twisty journey of love and lust, devotion and deceit, villains and virgins,... [more+]

The Sacramento Shakespeare Festival brings the Bard's romance to the outdoor stage at the William A. Carroll Amphitheatre. A twisty journey of love and lust, devotion and deceit, villains and virgins, "All's Well That Ends Well" follows the lovely though low-born Helena, who burns with an unrequited love for the nobleman Bertram. Though he spurns her, she'll stop at nothing to win his affection, coming up with a complicated plan and going to great lengths to win his heart. Enjoy this show under the stars this summer with a picnic, blankets and beach chairs. [less-]

Bill Bellamy has stayed on his grind for over 20 years. He's been both a pop culture and a comedy staple, hosting "MTV Jams", "MTV Beach House", "Who's Got Jokes?" and NBC's "Last Comic Standing". Bel... [more+]

Bill Bellamy has stayed on his grind for over 20 years. He's been both a pop culture and a comedy staple, hosting "MTV Jams", "MTV Beach House", "Who's Got Jokes?" and NBC's "Last Comic Standing". Bellamy's got a long list of films under his belt, including last year's "Kindergarten Cop 2", he's done the sitcom rounds on shows like "Hot in Cleveland" and daytime TV gigs take him from "The Chew" to "Access Hollywood Live". Now, the reported originator of the term "booty call" returns to his roots: stand-up comedy. Catch the "Def Comedy Jam" alum when he headlines at Punch Line Sacramento. [less-]

The 67th Music Circus season continues with the outrageously entertaining and always timely "9 to 5: The Musical", which follows the hilarious adventures of three female office workers who turn the ta... [more+]

The 67th Music Circus season continues with the outrageously entertaining and always timely "9 to 5: The Musical", which follows the hilarious adventures of three female office workers who turn the tables on their sexist boss. When his abusive behavior becomes too much for them, the three take matters into their own hands, kidnapping him and running the office themselves. As they take charge, they find out there's nothing they can't do ... even in a man's world. Based on the hit 1980 film starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and Dolly Parton, "9 to 5: The Musical" boasts music and lyrics by Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick, who also wrote the film. Parton's score was nominated for a Tony, and the titular theme song won two Grammys and was nominated for an Oscar. Now, for the first time in Music Circus history, this lovable musical comedy comes to the round stage of Sacramento's Wells Fargo Pavilion. [less-]

One of Shakespeare's most flamboyantly intellectual comedies, "Love's Labour's Lost" follows King Ferdinand of Navarre and his three feckless friends, who take an oath to immerse themselves in their s... [more+]

One of Shakespeare's most flamboyantly intellectual comedies, "Love's Labour's Lost" follows King Ferdinand of Navarre and his three feckless friends, who take an oath to immerse themselves in their studies, swearing off contact with women for three years. Almost as soon as they pledge abstinence, the Princess of France arrives with her three gorgeous ladies-in-waiting and the young men find themselves struggling to keep their oath. Will they succeed, or will the game of love prove too enticing? Full of witty wordplay and playful pranks, this exuberant romantic comedy is a comic example of youthful idealism derailed by attraction. Don't miss the surprise ending when the show comes to Sacramento courtesy of Theatre In The Heights. [less-]

With over 200k fans on Facebook and 737k Instagram followers, comedy sensation King Kountry Wayne aka Wayne Colley is making his mark on the web before the stand-up stage. From outrageous seven-second... [more+]

With over 200k fans on Facebook and 737k Instagram followers, comedy sensation King Kountry Wayne aka Wayne Colley is making his mark on the web before the stand-up stage. From outrageous seven-second Vines to Youtube videos acting out hilarious situations ("That One Insecure Boyfriend" and "When Your Homie's Girlfriend Looks Like a Boy" to name a couple), this fun-loving comedian is quickly on the rise. From the small town of Millen, Georgia, Wayne simply claims to be a humble guy just looking to support his seven children and two businesses. Catch him off the screen and on the stage when he makes his way over to Tommy T's Comedy Club near Sacramento. [less-]

The Tony-winning musical "Guys and Dolls" is set in New York City during the swinging 1940s. The story follows Nathan Detroit, who turns to fellow gambler Sky Masterson for the cash to float the bigge... [more+]

The Tony-winning musical "Guys and Dolls" is set in New York City during the swinging 1940s. The story follows Nathan Detroit, who turns to fellow gambler Sky Masterson for the cash to float the biggest craps game in town. When dolls -- especially a straitlaced missionary named Sarah Brown -- get involved, the term "high stakes" applies to both love and money. Jam-packed with big, flashy numbers like "Luck Be a Lady" and "Sit Down, You're Rockin' the Boat," it's no surprise "Time" magazine pronounced "Guys and Dolls" "the greatest of all American musicals." See Frank Loesser's beloved Broadway rom-com at the Auburn Pacer Performing Arts Center at the State Theatre. [less-]

One of Shakespeare's fastest, funniest and wildest plays, "The Comedy of Errors" is a farce that centers around two sets of twins, both separated at birth, who circulate in the same city over the cour... [more+]

One of Shakespeare's fastest, funniest and wildest plays, "The Comedy of Errors" is a farce that centers around two sets of twins, both separated at birth, who circulate in the same city over the course of one very crazy day. Multiple mistaken identities lead to confusion on a grand scale, while slapstick, puns and clever wordplay all add up to a singularly entertaining experience. Try your best to keep up when the Sacramento Shakespeare Festival brings the shenanigans to the William A. Carroll Amphitheatre. [less-]

Spend a leisurely hour on the Sacramento River learning about the waterway's part in transforming a former trading colony and stockade into the major American city that Sacramento is today. On this in... [more+]

Spend a leisurely hour on the Sacramento River learning about the waterway's part in transforming a former trading colony and stockade into the major American city that Sacramento is today. On this informative Hornblower cruise, you'll sail past Old Sacramento's famous historical sites, including the Delta King, the I Street Bridge, the Tower Bridge and the Air Force Docks, and hear fascinating stories about the town's history. You'll also see the point where the American and Sacramento Rivers converge, and experience the wildlife and breathtaking natural beauty that this historic and important river has to offer. Every cruise is fully narrated and packed with great sights and interesting information. [less-]

It's 5:30pm. Do you know where your happy hour is? Instead of hitting up your regular watering hole for the umpteenth time, try something different and set sail from Old Town on a relaxing "Alive Afte... [more+]

It's 5:30pm. Do you know where your happy hour is? Instead of hitting up your regular watering hole for the umpteenth time, try something different and set sail from Old Town on a relaxing "Alive After Five" cruise. It's a great way to kick back and relax with friends -- and meet new ones -- while the cares of the world float away. Mingle, groove to the sounds of a live DJ, and soak up the sights of Sacramento on this 90-minute excursion. Drinks and snacks are available for purchase on board from the full cash bar. [less-]

Bid "bon voyage" to the boring bar scene and experience a new nightlife option with "Rock the Yacht", an exciting evening of dancing, drinking and celebration on the Sacramento River. This 90-minute f... [more+]

Bid "bon voyage" to the boring bar scene and experience a new nightlife option with "Rock the Yacht", an exciting evening of dancing, drinking and celebration on the Sacramento River. This 90-minute floating party for ages 21 and older features a live DJ shaking things up with Top 40 hits and throwbacks. Between turns on the dance floor, you can enjoy a cocktail from two cash bars, purchase snacks and take in the shimmering Sacto skyline and the scenic Tower Bridge from inside or outdoors on the deck. [less-]

Fast cars, women, status, power, booze, drugs... "the Game" is a gateway to a whole other life, but it's not always what you expect. Tre is climbing to the top of the pimp game, but he's in for a rude... [more+]

Fast cars, women, status, power, booze, drugs... "the Game" is a gateway to a whole other life, but it's not always what you expect. Tre is climbing to the top of the pimp game, but he's in for a rude awakening when he gets there. Find out what it takes -- and what it takes from you -- at The Colonial Theatre in Sacramento. [less-]

Actors age 7-17 from the Young Performers' Theatre star in this Davis Musical Theater Company production of the classic Broadway musical, inspired by the real-life '50s-era furor over Elvis Presley. I... [more+]

Actors age 7-17 from the Young Performers' Theatre star in this Davis Musical Theater Company production of the classic Broadway musical, inspired by the real-life '50s-era furor over Elvis Presley. In this Tony-winning favorite, superstar Conrad Birdie arrives in Sweet Apple, Ohio to give a lucky girl "one last kiss" before his induction into the Army. Set in a bygone world of soda fountains, screaming fans and Ed Sullivan, the nostalgic "Bye Bye Birdie" overflows with comedy, romance, dance numbers and songs like "Put on a Happy Face," "A Lot of Livin' To Do" and "The Telephone Hour." [less-]

Filled with high-energy, positive music, the pop-up Reggae Sunsplash Festival features some of the best international and local stars of the scene. Leading the bill is superstar Maxi Priest, whose smo... [more+]

Filled with high-energy, positive music, the pop-up Reggae Sunsplash Festival features some of the best international and local stars of the scene. Leading the bill is superstar Maxi Priest, whose smooth sound helped him reach the top of the charts. He'll be joined on this day-long bill by reggae ambassadors Third World, North Bay favorites Sol Horizon, fusion rockers Mystic Roots, San Fran standouts Native Elements and hard roots group Mighty Mystic. Get the island vibes and hear some great music during this reggae extravaganza. [less-]

One of the most critically acclaimed bands of the last three decades, 10,000 Maniacs, along with groups like R.E.M., defined college rock and created the first wave of alternative rock bands in the ea... [more+]

One of the most critically acclaimed bands of the last three decades, 10,000 Maniacs, along with groups like R.E.M., defined college rock and created the first wave of alternative rock bands in the early 1980s. Their 1987 album "In My Tribe" featured the hit singles "Don't Talk," "Hey Jack Kerouac," "Like The Weather" and "What's The Matter Here?" and was voted one of the 100 most important releases of the decade by "Rolling Stone" Magazine. Today they continue to tour and produce new music, and 2016 marks the band's 35th anniversary. See them live in concert this summer at the Crest Theatre in Sacramento. [less-]

With a versatile brand of humor that plays well from churches to comedy clubs, Lance Woods is a rising star on the scene thanks to his energetic, infectious routines. With his attention-grabbing persp... [more+]

With a versatile brand of humor that plays well from churches to comedy clubs, Lance Woods is a rising star on the scene thanks to his energetic, infectious routines. With his attention-grabbing perspectives of his real-life experiences, Woods has quickly become a fan favorite. He has performed at some of the top venues across the country as well as for U.S. Marine Corps troops in Japan. He'll headline the Punch Line Sacramento and leave you rolling in the aisles. [less-]

Though named after a goofy Monty Python sketch, Toad the Wet Sprocket proved to be no joke when the Santa Barbara alternative band's album, "Fear", went platinum in 1991. With bright, jangly guitar ch... [more+]

Though named after a goofy Monty Python sketch, Toad the Wet Sprocket proved to be no joke when the Santa Barbara alternative band's album, "Fear", went platinum in 1991. With bright, jangly guitar chords reminiscent of REM and tender, evocative lyrics, the band's hits -- like "All I Want" and "Walk on the Ocean" -- became the stuff of many a mixtape, as well as soundtracks for films ranging from "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" to "So I Married an Axe Murderer". After 25 years of performing, the four-piece continues to bring their mellow, melodic folk-pop to sold-out venues around the world. Check them out in concert with indie rockers Beta Play at Sacramento's Crest Theatre. [less-]

Laugh the night away with some of the hottest stand-up stars in town at the Punch Line's Sacramento Comedy Showcase. Top area comedians and up-and-coming pros take the stage, breaking boundaries and s... [more+]

Laugh the night away with some of the hottest stand-up stars in town at the Punch Line's Sacramento Comedy Showcase. Top area comedians and up-and-coming pros take the stage, breaking boundaries and showcasing their best and most original material. Every show is different, featuring various styles, stories and wit, but since there's so much to find funny about Sacto's political culture, you'll most likely be treated to some wry observations about the California capital and its particular tendency towards larger-than-life personalities, like the state's last two governors. [less-]

JD Souther had plenty of personal experience to draw on for his role as country songwriter and producer Watty White on the ABC TV series "Nashville". A member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Souther ... [more+]

JD Souther had plenty of personal experience to draw on for his role as country songwriter and producer Watty White on the ABC TV series "Nashville". A member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Souther is widely considered one of the architects of the "California Sound" for his work with The Eagles, which includes hits like "Best Of My Love," "New Kid In Town," "Heartache Tonight," "Victim Of Love" and more. He also scored a Top 10 solo single with "You're Only Lonely," and charted duets with the likes of Linda Ronstadt and James Taylor, but his 2015 disc, "Tenderness", marks a shift into jazz-pop territory. Experience an intimate evening with this truly legendary talent at The Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. [less-]

James Dean's legend looms large for four West Texas women who were teenagers when the star filmed "Giant" in their town. Now, 20 years later, the "Disciples of James Dean" have gathered in a dime stor... [more+]

James Dean's legend looms large for four West Texas women who were teenagers when the star filmed "Giant" in their town. Now, 20 years later, the "Disciples of James Dean" have gathered in a dime store to reminisce about the past in "Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean". But when a mysteriously familiar stranger walks in, underlying tensions bubble to the surface and old secrets are revealed. The original Broadway production, directed by Robert Altman, starred Sandy Dennis, Cher, Karen Black and Kathy Bates -- all of whom reprised their roles in Altman's film version. Now the colorful and honest ensemble drama comes to the stage of Mesa Verde Performing Arts Center courtesy of Errant Phoenix Productions. [less-]

Visual spectacle, circus performers and Eastern-inspired electronic music weave together for a surreal tapestry in the Lucent Dossier Experience. Exotic characters and otherworldly beasts come out to ... [more+]

Visual spectacle, circus performers and Eastern-inspired electronic music weave together for a surreal tapestry in the Lucent Dossier Experience. Exotic characters and otherworldly beasts come out to play with fire dancers, contortionists, burlesque dancers, aerialists and more in this immersive, high-energy show featuring a live band. After acclaimed performances at Coachella and Lightning in a Bottle, the troupe brings its mystical "Light of the World Tour" to Sacramento's Ace of Spades. Get swept away to another world with Lucent Dossier's imaginative show. [less-]