The Ross Valley Players and Mountain Play present Gypsy: A Musical Fable, the Broadway classic with lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and music by Julie Styne.
Synopsis: Mama Rose, the "ultimate show business mother," is determined that her younger daughter June will have a successful career. But after June elopes, Mama turns all her attention on her older, less talented daughter, Louise, who eventually becomes a burlesque stripper named Gypsy Rose Lee. The musical features many famous songs, including "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and "Together (Wherever We Go"), and "Let Me Entertain You."
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Tickets: $40
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Performances are every Thursday - Sunday (November 11 - December 18).
Marin Theatre Company is proud to present August Wilson's TWO TRAINS RUNNING - his seventh of ten plays in The American Century Cycle chronicling the African American experience in the 20th Century.
Synposis: In 1969 Pittsburgh amidst the Civil Rights Movement and the start of Black Power, restaurant owner Memphis Lee fights to sell his diner for a fair price, as it’s slated for demolition. Memphis and his regulars confront their changing neighborhood, struggle to make ends meet, and strive to step towards a better life. They search for work, love, and justice as their neighborhood continues to change in unpredictable ways. Two Trains Running marks the fifth August Wilson play to be produced by MTC and is directed by Dawn Monique Williams.
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Tickets: $43.50 (Adults); $39.50 (Seniors)
** Evening shows: 7:30pm / Weekend Matinees: 2pm
CCD Classical & Contemporary Dance presents The Nightmare Before Christmas at Spreckels Performing Arts Center on December 3rd & 4th. The dazzling production is based on Tim Burton's holiday classic.
Synopsis: Jack Skellington, "The Pumpkin King" of Halloween Town, has grown tired of the same routine year after year. Wandering in the forest outside the town center, Jack accidentally opens a portal to "Christmas Town." He becomes obsessed with playing the role of "Sandy Claws" and attempts to take over Christmas. This all proves to be disastrous. Although depressed by the failure of his plan, Jack quickly regains his old spirit and returns to Halloween Town to share new plans for another Halloween with the townsfolk and his friend Sally!
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Tickets: $32 (Adults); $20 (Kids under 12)
Transcendence’s Holiday Spectacular returns to Sonoma's Hanna Center on December 2nd - 4th.
Some of the Bay Area's finest Broadway performers will create an intimate, cozy experience perfect for the entire family. With a family room feel reminiscent of Judy Garland’s holiday special, they will toast the season with sensational music, dance and holiday cheer.
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Tickets: $49 (General Reserved); $79 (Premium); $149 (Gold Package - includes two drink tickets + seating in the first five rows)
Enjoy the wonder of Marin Ballet’s Nutcracker on December 10th & 11th!
Synopsis: Clara’s whimsical Christmas Eve dreams come to life through the art of classical ballet, enriched by clever storytelling, mischievous humor, and heroic characters. Choreographed by Performance Director Julia Adam, the production features the artistry of 125 dancers, lavish Victorian costumes and sets, and an airborne surprise at final curtain. Share this marvelous holiday tradition with friends and family.
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Tickets: $34 (adults); $55 (youth & seniors)
