Upcoming Performances / Events
Professional & Community Shows You Want to See!
Journeys
Saturday, July 12th at 2:00pm & 6:00pm
The Studio of Performing Arts presents their annual dance recital.
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Thoroughly Modern Millie
Friday, July 18th at 8:00pm / Saturday, July 19th at 8:00pm /
Sunday, July 20th at 2pm / Thursday, July 24th at 8:00pm /
Friday, July 25th at 8:00pm / Saturday, July 26th at 8:00pm /
Sunday, July 27th at 2:00pm
Sorcerer Productions announces the Central Coast Premiere of the 2002 Tony Award Winning Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie. Based on the popular 1967 movie starring Julie Andrews and Carol Channing, this lively musical is full of memorable songs and incredible dance numbers. Young Millie Dillmount arrives in New York to start a new life and live it like a Modern. The plan: Marry a rich man where love has nothing to do with it. What follows are the highs and lows, tears and laughter of the 1922 game of love. Throw in an evil hotel manager involved in white slavery and Millie finds that being a Modern is not as glamorous as she once thought. But love wins out in the end of this winner of six 2002 Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Thoroughly Modern Millie reminds us all to follow your heart and live your American Dream!
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"What'd I Say?" - Ray Charles -
Fri, Aug 15 at 8pm, Sat, Aug 16 at 2pm & 8pm, Fri, Aug 22 at pm, Sat, Aug 23 at 2pm & 8pm - a Clark Center Special Event
Electrifying audiences with his unbridled energy, piano prowess and deeply soulful spark, Ray Charles was prolific at all styles of music. He recorded over 250 albums, won 12 Grammy Awards and was one of the original inductees into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. In 1955 Ray Charles released “I Got a Woman” and the world was never the same. Mary Meserve, creator of the SLO Little Theatre Legends series, combined her talents with five-time Emmy Award winning choreographer Suzy Miller and acclaimed director Bill McLaughlin to create this dazzling look at the amazing life of Ray Charles. Featuring a live band, this exciting show includes over 24 hits including: “What’d I Say,” “Georgia,” “Hit the Road Jack,” “I Got a Woman,” “I Can’t Stop Loving You” and his unforgettable rendition of “America the Beautiful.”
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Highway 101
Saturday, August 30, 2008 at 8pm
- performance sponsored by Santa Lucia Bank and KJUG 98.1
From the moment they formed, Highway 101 presented a new approach to country music. The group’s blend of country roots and tradition with rock ‘n roll energy helped catapult the country genre forward, tapping a whole new audience and paving the way for such mass appeal artists as Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson and Tim McGraw. Highway 101 has produced numerous number one hits such as “Somewhere Tonight,” “Cry, Cry, Cry” and “(Do You Love Me) Just Say Yes” and received Grammy Award nominations for “Album of the Year” and “Single of the Year.” To this day, the band’s belief in the music remains their vision while they focus on the quality of their live performances. Highway 101 never tries to pretend to be anything but what they are – a band that loves to play!
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Winter Dance Party
Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 7:30pm
- performance sponsored by The Credit Bureau and Q104.5 FM
Winter Dance Party is the official live and authentic re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper's final tour before their untimely deaths in a plane crash in 1959. Winter Dance Party is the only show endorsed by both the Holly and Valens estates and features the Big Bopper’s son, J.P. Richardson, Jr. This critically acclaimed national touring production features a dynamic live concert at every performance and includes over two hours of unbridled, high voltage entertainment featuring all the hit songs of the 50's era such as: “That'll Be The Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “Oh, Boy,” “Rave On,” “La Bamba,” “Chantilly Lace” and many other songs that prove that the music did not die in that infamous plane crash
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- performance sponsored by 93.3 KZOZ
Hundreds of comedians audition each year to compete in the San Francisco Stand-Up Comedy Competition. Only thirty are chosen. For the first time, the Clark Center has been chosen to host a night of the finals of the 33rd Annual San Francisco Stand-Up Comedy Competition. A group of local individuals will also be invited to serve as judges for the competition. Many talented comedians have emerged from the rounds of the San Francisco Comedy Competition including Dana Carvey, Ellen DeGeneres, Robin Williams and Dane Cook. Don’t miss this chance to see the comedy stars of tomorrow vying for $25,000 in prize money and glory as they pull out all the stops in an effort to secure their futures in television and film. This show may contain adult material.
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- performance sponsored by The Krush at 92.5
Defending the Caveman holds the record as the longest running solo play in Broadway history. Caveman is also a worldwide rock-solid tour de force that has won the hearts of millions in over 30 countries and is sure to win yours. A hilariously insightful play about the ways men and women relate, Caveman has both sexes roaring with laughter and recognition. Affectionate nudging between audience members often occurs during the performance as they recognize themselves in the stories being told on stage. Couples all across America and around the world are officially in love with Defending the Caveman. Don’t miss this outrageously funny and surprisingly sweet exploration of the gender gap that has become a comic phenomenon. This show may contain adult material.
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- performance sponsored by Peg Miller Enterprises
Following two years of incredible sold out performances, San Luis Obispo piano virtuoso Rudolf Budginas returns to the Clark Center with an astounding new show. Explore the boundaries of music where the Classics meet Cool as Budginas takes high caliber guest artists and the talented San Luis Obispo Youth Symphony on a fast-paced journey from Bach to Brazil. Join the adventure as the musicians push the envelope with the works of Chopin, Debussy and Mozart in Rudolf’s playful and innovative style. Don’t miss this electrifying local artist that the whole county is talking about!.
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Guys and Dolls - Chameleon Productions
Friday, October 31st at 8pm / Saturday, November 1st at 8pm /
Friday, November 7th at 8pm / Saturday, November 8th at 2pm /
Saturday, November 8th at 8pm / Friday, November 14th at 8pm /
Saturday, November 15th at 2pm / Saturday, November 15th at 8pm
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Bella Sorella
Friday, November 21, 2008 at 8pm
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Nova and Susanna Jimenez, together with pianist Shinobu Kameyama, are the dynamic pop ensemble Bella Sorella. With musical style that spans the globe, Bella Sorella combines contemporary and classic styles into melodic duets that appeal to all music fans. Nova and Susanna have been best friends since their first days in college and married brothers (hence the name Bella Sorella, or beautiful sister in Italian). Winners of the 2007 Los Angeles Music Awards Vocal Group of the Year, Bella Sorella performs familiar songs from popular recording artists, Broadway musicals and legendary operas with a warmth and passion that clearly reflects their very special friendship.
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The Phantom’s Leading ladies, a group of sopranos who have collectively performed the role of Christine Daaé in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical The Phantom of the Opera more than 4,000 times, return to the Clark Center with a special Holiday Show. The Holidays® features a collection of seasonal favorites from the sacred “O Holy Night” to the secular “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and could feature holiday classics such as "Carol of the Bells," “Sleigh Ride,” “Santa Baby,” “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas” and “White Christmas.” The performance will also feature various selections from the best of Broadway. Experience a unique evening of entertainment and celebration with The Holidays® Starring The Phantom’s Leading Ladies.
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Rhonda Vincent
Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 8pm
- performance sponsored by SHOWTEL.COM and KJUG 98.1
Blending soul, intensity and tenderness, Rhonda Vincent’s unique style of bluegrass is rich in tradition while remaining unmistakably modern. Her dynamic and high-energy performances blend heartfelt ballads and hard-driving bluegrass with dashes of country and swing, making her a top concert and festival draw year after year. Vincent has earned an unprecedented seven consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association and multiple Grammy Award nominations. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening with one of the most beloved figures in today’s bluegrass scene.
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*please note: This is the correct date of performance.
Season Brochure indicates wrong date (Tue, Jan 27, 2009 7pm)
-performace sponsored by Arroyo Grande Community Hospital
Hailing from the People’s Republic of China, The Peking Acrobats® have been diplomats of their spirited culture for decades. Since 1958, this elite group has toured the world over, leaving audiences spellbound by the graceful presentation of their ancient folk art and acrobatics. Carefully selected from the finest acrobat schools in China, these gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists and tumblers transform 2000-year-old athletic disciplines into a kaleidoscope of entertainment and wonder that is perfect for the whole family. Get your tickets early, for this show has sold out quickly in years past!
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35 cats! 1 dog! 5 clowns! Death defying Balancing Acts! Dancing! Acrobatics! The world-famous Moscow Cats Theatre features non-stop entertainment by a group of talented felines. These amazing cats perform original and astounding acrobatic feats integrated into a non-verbal, colorful and fun-filled family show. Making its U.S. debut in New York City with American audiences 2 years ago, Moscow Cats Theatre has been embraced by the media and fans alike. With appearances on Good Morning America, Good Day New York, Inside Edition, Montel Williams, and the Regis and Kelly Show, these Russian cats have become the talk of the country!
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The Pendragons
Friday, February 13, 2009 at 8pm
- performance sponsored by Daryl & Bernice Flood
The Pendragons are the most groundbreaking magical couple in the world. This husband and wife team has been performing together for over 27 years, stunning audiences that have included the President of the United States, the Queen of England, the Prince of Wales and the Royal Family of Monaco with their incredible illusions. The Pendragons have made more international television appearances than any magician in history and have entertained audiences in over 50 countries. Their unique melding of magic and theatre with enchanting stories and mind-blowing special effects will provide your family with an evening they will never forget!
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Matt Dusk
Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 8pm
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Go big or go home. That's Matt Dusk's mantra as he tours his second album "Back In Town" with a show full of swing and jazz designed to get the feet tapping. Like such hot young crooners as Michael Bublé and Jamie Cullum, Matt Dusk swings it hot and cool, with a voice made for the ages and a style that is pure sophistication. Matt Dusk has made his mark with two well-received major label CDs, 2004's Two Shots and 2007's Back in Town. He has been described as having enough charisma and style to land him an honorary spot in The Rat Pack. Enjoy an evening of smooth vocals with this hot rising star.
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Jack Ingram
Saturday, February 28th, 2009 at 8pm
- performance sponsored by KJUG 98.1
2008 Academy of Country Music Top New Male Vocalist of the Year Jack Ingram started writing songs and performing while he was studying psychology at Southern Methodist University in Dallas. Luckily for us, Ingram chose a career in music and discovered an altogether different kind of therapy. He weaves his questions about life into songs whose depth and incisive wit are matched with their melodic resonance and insistent hooks. Rather than charging a hundred bucks an hour to listen to our problems, Ingram took to the stage and channeled his emotional searching and his quest to find a place in the world, into one of music’s most explosive live shows. Jack Ingram is currently hitting the top of the country music charts with singles such as “Wherever You Are,” “Love You,” “Measure of a Man” and “Maybe She’ll Get Lonely.”
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Vagabond Opera
Friday, March 6, 2009 at 8pm
- performance sponsored by Employer Advocates Group
and Stacy A. Korsgaden - Farmers Insurance and Financial Services
1920’s European Cabaret! Balkan Wedding Music! Neo-Classical Opera! Old World Yiddish Theater! Welcome to the six-piece Portland, Oregon based Vagabond Opera. The ensemble delivers an eclectic mix of original and traditional compositions, unified by an old-world mood. Vagabond Opera combines a variety of performance arts from around the world, including tangos, swing, Paris hot jazz and Arabic belly dance, and plays them with skill, exuberance and a gritty vagabond edge. Through theatrical performances, lyrics from over 12 languages and an eclectic repertoire, they attract a variety of audiences. As masters of many genres, Vagabond Opera liberates opera from its usual construct and reinvents it for the rest of us.
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- performance sponsored by Nipomo Recreation Association
Zack, Zoe and all of your favorite characters from the popular children’s musical A Kid’s Life are back in A Kid's Life Goes to School! The adventure begins at the Kid’s Life Academy where Zack and Zoe meet new and exciting friends. When Zack discovers that his class assignment for “Show and Tell” is broken, he must rely on creative teamwork from his new classmates in order to help him discover a way to fix and present it to the class in time to earn a passing grade. With upbeat music, dazzling dance, and engaging new characters, this sequel entertains and educates with themes including teamwork, exercise, creative thinking and taking care of the environment that are sure to have kids learning in a new and exciting way. A Kid's Life Goes to School! is great fun for everyone!
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- performance sponsored by 93.3 KZOZ
For more than two decades the San Francisco Stand-Up Comedy Competition has served as a major career springboard for many talented comedians. Winners and finalists include major celebrities such as Robin Williams, Dana Carvey, Ellen DeGeneres and Dane Cook. Popular Bay Area comedian Mark Pitta returns to the Clark Center to host this hilarious evening of comedy featuring the best of the past winners of this prestigious comedy competition. This show may contain adult material.
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- performance sponsored by Mitch & Marianne Wolf
For the last 20 years, Cherish the Ladies has proven themselves to be one of the most engaging ensembles in the history of Irish music. Taking their name from a traditional Irish jig, the group initially won recognition as the first and only all-women traditional Irish band. In a relatively short time, they established themselves as musicians and performers without peer, winning thousands of listeners and fans along the way. With their spectacular blend of virtuosi instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing, this powerhouse group combines all the facets of traditional Irish culture and puts it forth in an immensely humorous and entertaining package.
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Bye Bye Birdie
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 7:30pm
- performance sponsored by Q104.5 FM
Lots of laughs and great songs have made this favorite hit Broadway show and the winner of eight Tony Awards one of the most memorable musicals of all time. When rock star and teenage heartthrob Conrad Birdie gets drafted, the nation’s teenagers go haywire and Conrad’s songwriter, Albert, faces unemployment. So Albert and his girlfriend organize a nationwide contest in which one lucky girl wins a farewell kiss from Conrad on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” Kim McAfee turns out to be the lucky teenager and Conrad’s whole entourage moves into her quiet Midwestern home – much to the chagrin of her ever-irritable father and her jealous boyfriend. The result is chaos and a series of romantic complications. The momentous hit tunes include “Put On A Happy Face,” “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “One Last Kiss,” “One Boy,” the riotous lament of parents with teenagers “What’s The Matter With Kids Today?” and the uproarious salute to the greater glory of Ed Sullivan entitled “Hymn For A Sunday Evening!”
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- performance sponsored by Bill & Carol Rust
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most popular and sought after big band in the world today for both concert and swing dance engagements. With their unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time and is known for such hits as “Moonlight Serenade,” “In the Mood,” “Tuxedo Junction,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo” and “I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo.” The present Glenn Miller Orchestra, led by trombonist Larry O’Brien, was formed in 1956 and has been touring consistently since, playing an average of 300 live dates a year all around the world. Don’t miss this icon of American music that has been an international phenomenon for more than half a century..
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- performance sponsored by Q104.5 FM
America’s most beloved TV show is back and better than ever as Gilligan’s Island – The Musical! Starring pop culture icon Barry Williams (Greg Brady of the Brady Bunch), Gilligan’s Island – The Musical features everyone’s favorite characters including Gilligan, The Skipper, Mary Ann, Ginger, The Professor, The Millionaire and his wife! Written by Sherwood Schwartz, the same man who created the hit series Gilligan’s Island and The Brady Bunch, Gilligan’s Island – The Musical features 20 original songs written by Paul McCartney’s lead guitarist, Lawrence Juber. Having already played to sold out audiences across the country, Gilligan’s Island is the absolutely perfect new musical for a nostalgia trip of a lifetime.
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Quetzal
Saturday, April 25, 2009 at 8pm
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In the early nineties in a tiny cafe on the outskirts of Little Tokyo Los Angeles, Quetzal Flores, a son of two community organizers, formed Quetzal in order to push the boundaries of Chicano Music. Twelve years later Quetzal has become of one Los Angeles most important and successful groups. Proclaimed by Los Lobos as ready to carry the torch for Los Angeles' Chicano community, Quetzal embody the soul and the struggle at the heart of the Mexican-American legacy. Their mix of Mexican and Afro-Cuban rhythms, Jazz, R&B, and Rock is supercharged by dynamic vocals from Martha Gonzalez as well as the group’s commitment to using art as a tool for social change.
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