Upcoming Events
October 2018
A Night With Janis Joplin
Presented by Turnaround Artists
The Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical, A Night With Janis Joplin is a musical journey celebrating Janis Joplin and the genesis of her musical genius through encounters with her seminal musical influences — Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone, and Bessie Smith. After each encounter, we hear an explosive Joplin song incorporating those who inspired her into what became her legendary rock & roll style.
Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the Queen of Rock n Roll. Her unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort, made Joplin a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. Audiences will enjoy Joplin’s favorites, including Piece of My Heart, Cry Baby, Me and Bobby McGee, and many others.
Turnaround Artists is proud to announce that Mary Bridget Davies will be performing. She received a Tony Award nomination for Best Lead Actress in a Musical for her performance as Janis in A Night with Janis Joplin. MBD was also the lead role in the production of Love, Janis. She has toured in Europe with Janis Joplin’s original band, Big Brother and the Holding Company!
Mary Bridget Davies will be accompanied by live back-up singers and a full band.
“A ROCKIN’ GOOD TIME! A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN is a loud, colorful, high-caliber spectacle.” – Associated Press
“LUSTY, POWERFUL, AND UNDENIABLY CROWD-PLEASING. THE AUDIENCE ROSE TO THEIR FEET!” – The Huffington Post
“FASCINATING, ENTERTAINING!” – Eric Marchese, The Orange County Register
“MIND-BLOWING…a psychedelic flashback to the glory days of the Haight-Ashbury.” – Bay Area News Group
“AUTHENTIC AND YET TIMELESS, transporting the audience into another universe!” – Daniella Walsh, Laguna Beach Indy
Reserved Seating:
Gold Circle: $56, Silver Seating: $49, Bronze Boxes: $45
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Paula Poundstone
Presented by The Clark Center
“Paula Poundstone is the funniest human being I have ever known. Everything she does, thinks, or says is hilarious. If you cut her into bits, each piece would be funny.” – Peter Sagal, host of NPR’s Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me!
With smart, observational humor and a legendary spontaneous interaction with the crowd, Paula Poundstone is one of America’s most loved comedians on stage, television, and radio. She improvises with a crowd like a jazz musician, swinging in unexpected directions without a plan, without a net, never predictable, and always funny!
Paula has starred in several HBO specials and her own series, The Paula Poundstone Show on HBO and ABC, and has been a long-time panelist on NPR’s most highly rated show, the weekly comedy news quiz Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me! Along with the release of her second book, The Totally Unscientific Study Of The Search For Human Happiness, her recent television appearances include Late Night with Stephen Colbert, CBS Sunday Morning, Major Crimes, Carson Daly, Nerdist with Chris Hardwick, and Weekend Edition.
Come to the Clark Center for an evening of laughs with one of the wittiest and most influential comic voices of the last two decades!
In the meantime, enjoy Paula’s new weekly podcast for Maximum Fun Nobody Listens to Paula Poundstone, a comedic field guide to life. Paula and her co-host Adam Felber, fellow panelist on Wait, Wait.., bring on leading guests and use their unique comedic sensibility to help us navigate life in the 21st century.
Note: There will be NO intermission.
THIS SHOW MAY CONTAIN ADULT CONTENT
Beer and wine available for purchase. Lobby opens one hour before showtime.
Reserved Seating: Gold-$56 Silver-$49 Bronze-$45*
Save $! This Performance Qualifies for Multiple Season Show Discount*
(3-5 Shows = 5% off; 6-10 Shows = 10% off; 10+ Shows = 15% off; All Season Shows = 20% off)
Gather up the Gang and Save!*
10% off for groups of 10. * 15% off for groups of 15. * 20% off for groups of 20. * Other perks too!
*Multiple show discounts, and group sales discounts, must be purchased in one single order.
Contact Neil in our Box Office to arrange. neil@clarkcenter.org or call 805.489.9444
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.
Find out more »
November 2018
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Live at Central Park [Revisited]: Simon & Garfunkel Tribute
Presented by The Clark Center
Sponsored by Clark Family Trust
In September of 1981, after over ten years of separation, Simon and Garfunkel came together for an unforgettable reunion concert in Central Park. The concert surpassed all expectations, attracting over 500,000 people, and setting the record as the 7th largest concert attendance in history.
Award-winning recording artists Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical night with Live at Central Park [Revisited].
With dulcet vocals harmonizing over lilting guitar, you’ll hear all the beloved poetic masterpieces that made Simon & Garfunkel famous: “Mrs. Robinson,” “Homeward Bound,” “America”, “Scarborough Fair,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “The Sound of Silence,” and many more.
Performance will also include many of Paul Simon hits, including: “Me and Julio Down by the School Yard”, “Still Crazy after all these Years”, Kodachrome”, and 50 Ways to Leave your Lover”. The duo also perform the Everly Brothers hit “Wake Up Little Susie”. (Simon and Garfunkel originally modeled themselves after the Everly Brothers.
Reserved Seating: Gold-$56 Silver-$53 Bronze-$49*
Save $! This Performance Qualifies for Multiple Season Show Discount*
(3-5 Shows = 5% off; 6-10 Shows = 10% off; 10+ Shows = 15% off; All Season Shows = 20% off)
Gather up the Gang and Save!*
10% off for groups of 10. * 15% off for groups of 15. * 20% off for groups of 20. * Other perks too!
*Multiple show discounts, and group sales discounts, must be purchased in one single order.
Contact Neil in our Box Office to arrange. neil@clarkcenter.org or call 805.489.9444
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Shrek Jr, The Musical
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Coastal Youth Theater is bringing the fantastical world of Shrek to life!
Based on the beloved DreamWorks film, Shrek The Musical Jr. presents a treasure trove of creativity, including vibrant costumes, sets, puppets (there is a fire-breathing dragon after all) and more! Irreverently fun for the whole family, Shrek proves that beauty is truly in the eye of the ogre.
Coastal Youth Theater (the group who brought you Annie, Fiddler on the Roof, Hairspray, Aladdin and others) is proud to be performing this production. While there is bright, fun, vibrancy in the costumes, music, and sets, the underlying message is one of great importance for any age – acceptance. Acceptance of who we are as individuals and of each other. Acceptance of our weaknesses so we can turn them into strengths, and of understanding that while we are all different we all have our purpose and are making a difference in this big crazy world.
Director Natalia Salsbury,, musical director Mark Robertshaw, and choreographer Brianna Deveraux will once again bring their magic to the Clark Center with this unbelievable production. It’s a must see for everyone!
Held in the Studio Theater
General Admission: $20, Seniors $18, Kids 18 and Under $16
Find out more »
Rockapella
Presented by The Clark Center
“The best musical instrument of all is the human voice – if you’ve seen Rockapella you know that’s the truth.”
– USA Today
As one of the originators of the astonishing full-band sound of “contemporary” a cappella, Rockapella has shown every audience the raw power of pure vocal talent and originality. Their influence is felt everywhere these days- in a capella music shows on network television, the highly successful Pitch Perfect movies, and in student vocal groups that have become popular on college campuses across the country.
Rockapella achieved national fame on PBS’s Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego? and since then they’ve toured the globe and provided a powerful soundtrack to several generations of vocal music fans, while keeping it all fresh along the way.
With buckets of catchy original pop songs, and complete contemporary revisions of sparkling Motown, pop, and soul classics, this group has always been the one to watch.
“There’s nothing in the way between us and the audience; it’s very human music,” says Rockapella’s Jeff Thacher.
Rockapella – No instruments, no tracks, no mirrors… but always awesome.
Beer and wine available for purchase. Lobby opens one hour before showtime.
Reserved Seating: Gold-$55 Silver-$48 Bronze-$42*
Save $! This Performance Qualifies for Multiple Season Show Discount*
(3-5 Shows = 5% off; 6-10 Shows = 10% off; 10+ Shows = 15% off; All Season Shows = 20% off)
Gather up the Gang and Save!*
10% off for groups of 10. * 15% off for groups of 15. * 20% off for groups of 20. * Other perks too!
*Multiple show discounts, and group sales discounts, must be purchased in one single order.
Contact Neil in our Box Office to arrange. neil@clarkcenter.org or call 805.489.9444
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES.
Find out more »
December 2018
Babes in Toyland
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Babes In Toyland, under the direction of Ms. Tara Behnke, is a magical fairytale ballet that is sure to delight the entire family, including young children. This 11th year production brings new choreography, enhanced costumes and elaborate sets.
Come cheer on Tom Piper, Mary Contrary, and the characters of Mother Goose Land in their efforts to save the toyshop from the evil Barnaby. Filled with jealousy at Tom for being appointed the Toymaker’s intern over himself, Barnaby’s plan is to destroy the toyshop, ruining Tom’s success and the holidays for children everywhere.
Good triumphs over evil and a wedding celebration features entertainment by many endearing nursery rhyme and storybook characters, including Bo Peep and her sheep, the Three Little Pigs, Little Miss Muffet, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the Three Blind Mice, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and more. With stunning costumes, beautiful sets, and the expertise of the Coastal Chamber Youth Ballet dancers, Babes In Toyland is a Central Coast family holiday tradition!
FAIRYTALE PARTY – 1:30pm Sat. & 2:30pm Sun. Children and the young at heart are invited for a special Mother Goose story time and meet and greet with cast members. Enjoy a special treat and free photo opportunities. Babes in Toyland is held at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts on December 1 & 2.
Early bird rates through October 31 & Corporate/Group Organization rates available. For details, visit http://coastalperformingartsfoundation.org/advertising and click on Babes in Toyland Ad Order Form.
Regular Rates start November 1: Adults $30, Children under 18: $20, Seniors: $25
General Admission:
Corporate/Non Profit Group and Early Bird Rates October 15 – November 1: Adults: $25, Children under 18: $18, Seniors: $22
Find out more »
Babes in Toyland
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Babes In Toyland, under the direction of Ms. Tara Behnke, is a magical fairytale ballet that is sure to delight the entire family, including young children. This 11th year production brings new choreography, enhanced costumes and elaborate sets.
Come cheer on Tom Piper, Mary Contrary, and the characters of Mother Goose Land in their efforts to save the toyshop from the evil Barnaby. Filled with jealousy at Tom for being appointed the Toymaker’s intern over himself, Barnaby’s plan is to destroy the toyshop, ruining Tom’s success and the holidays for children everywhere.
Good triumphs over evil and a wedding celebration features entertainment by many endearing nursery rhyme and storybook characters, including Bo Peep and her sheep, the Three Little Pigs, Little Miss Muffet, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the Three Blind Mice, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and more. With stunning costumes, beautiful sets, and the expertise of the Coastal Chamber Youth Ballet dancers, Babes In Toyland is a Central Coast family holiday tradition!
FAIRYTALE PARTY – 1:30pm Sat. & 2:30pm Sun. Children and the young at heart are invited for a special Mother Goose story time and meet and greet with cast members. Enjoy a special treat and free photo opportunities. Babes in Toyland is held at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts on December 1 & 2.
Early bird rates through October 31 & Corporate/Group Organization rates available. For details, visit http://coastalperformingartsfoundation.org/advertising and click on Babes in Toyland Ad Order Form.
Regular Rates start November 1: Adults $30, Children under 18: $20, Seniors: $25
General Admission:
Corporate/Non Profit Group and Early Bird Rates October 15 – November 1: Adults: $25, Children under 18: $18, Seniors: $22
Find out more »
Babes in Toyland
Presented by Coastal Performing Arts Foundation (CPAF)
Babes In Toyland, under the direction of Ms. Tara Behnke, is a magical fairytale ballet that is sure to delight the entire family, including young children. This 11th year production brings new choreography, enhanced costumes and elaborate sets.
Come cheer on Tom Piper, Mary Contrary, and the characters of Mother Goose Land in their efforts to save the toyshop from the evil Barnaby. Filled with jealousy at Tom for being appointed the Toymaker’s intern over himself, Barnaby’s plan is to destroy the toyshop, ruining Tom’s success and the holidays for children everywhere.
Good triumphs over evil and a wedding celebration features entertainment by many endearing nursery rhyme and storybook characters, including Bo Peep and her sheep, the Three Little Pigs, Little Miss Muffet, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the Three Blind Mice, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and more. With stunning costumes, beautiful sets, and the expertise of the Coastal Chamber Youth Ballet dancers, Babes In Toyland is a Central Coast family holiday tradition!
FAIRYTALE PARTY – 1:30pm Sat. & 2:30pm Sun. Children and the young at heart are invited for a special Mother Goose story time and meet and greet with cast members. Enjoy a special treat and free photo opportunities. Babes in Toyland is held at the Clark Center for the Performing Arts on December 1 & 2.
Early bird rates through October 31 & Corporate/Group Organization rates available. For details, visit http://coastalperformingartsfoundation.org/advertising and click on Babes in Toyland Ad Order Form.
Regular Rates start November 1: Adults $30, Children under 18: $20, Seniors: $25
General Admission:
Corporate/Non Profit Group and Early Bird Rates October 15 – November 1: Adults: $25, Children under 18: $18, Seniors: $22
Find out more »
Magic School Bus
Presented by the Clark Center: Arts in Education Program
Produced by Theatre Works USA
Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic.
When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the solar system.
Running Time: Approximately 60 Minutes
Recommended Age: Grades K through 5
Curriculum Connections:
Communication and Language Arts
Music
Science
Social Studies
Admission: $10/person.
Performances only open to school groups: 9:30 am & 11:15am.
Tickets only available through the Box Office 805.489.9444
Coney Island Christmas
Coney Island Christmas
Presented by AGHS Theatre Department
Dec. 7 – 15, 2018
Pulitzer prize – winner Donald Margulies weaves together nostalgia, music and merriment in this new seasonal classic.
A holiday show for people of all ages and all faiths, Coney Island Christmas introduces us to Shirley Abramowitz, a young Jewish girl who (much to her immigrant parents’ exasperation) is cast as Jesus in the school’s Christmas pageant.
As Shirley, now much older, recounts the memorable story to her great-granddaughter, the play captures a timeless and universal tale of what it means to be an American during the holidays.
Held in Studio Theater
General Admission $15; Seniors $12, Students $10 all schools
* $2 surcharge for tickets purchases less than one hour before curtain*