Since its inception in 1985, the Turtle Island Quartet has been a singular force in the creation of bold, new trends in chamber music for strings. Winner of the 2006 and 2008 Grammy Awards for Best Classical Crossover Album, Turtle Island fuses the classical quartet esthetic with contemporary American musical styles, and by devising a […]
Join Herb Alpert and Lani Hall for an unforgettable evening of eclectic jazz, world, and American pop music. This husband-and-wife duo has been captivating audiences since 2006, boasting Alpert’s five #1 hits, 28 Billboard-charted albums, and eight Grammys, alongside Hall’s Grammy-winning vocals and history as the original lead singer for Sergio Mendes’ Brasil ‘66.
Marquis Hill, a trailblazing trumpeter, breaks barriers between genres, embracing jazz, hip-hop, R&B, Chicago house, and neo-soul. Experience his mastery as he seamlessly blends jazz interplay, hip-hop-infused rhythms, and socially conscious spoken-word as he re- invents jazz standards in his electrifying performance.
The grr-ific musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is back! The hugely popular Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood™ LIVE!, based on the #1 PBS KIDS TV series, has delighted live audiences on stages across the country. Now, in its fourth year of touring, your favorite characters are hopping back on board Trolley and coming to your […]
JIG, a Trinity Irish Dance Company (TIDC) production, is a fresh take on TIDC’s internationally-renowned, alternative approach to a traditional form. In its premiere season, JIG will redefine what is possible for Irish music and dance. Centered by a live band in a unique space, JIG will immerse audiences in an authentic experience that celebrates […]
Experience the entertaining fusion of hip-hop, jazz, and martial arts with Shaolin Jazz’s CAN I KICK IT? Witness cult classic and contemporary martial arts/action films come to life as they’re scored scene-by-scene with a vibrant blend of Hip Hop, Soul, and Funk by live DJs – uncovering the unique intersections of these dynamic cultures.
After 26 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one showstopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder CHICAGO has been honored with 6 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy, and […]
With a 50+ year career, three Grammy wins, 14 nominations, Blues Hall of Fame membership, and a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association, Taj Mahal’s impact on the blues is undeniable. This performance will include widely acclaimed Gambian musician Sona Jobarteh, one of the first female Kora virtuosos, who is known for her […]
Join Lightwire Theater, semi-finalists on NBC's America's Got Talent and winners of Tru TV's Fake Off, for their electrifying production, Dino-Light. Recipient of the prestigious Jim Henson Foundation Grant, this glow-in-the-dark adventure weaves a heartwarming story with a cutting-edge blend of puppetry, technology, and dance, captivating audiences worldwide.
STOMP is explosive, inventive, provocative, witty, and utterly unique—an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. The international percussion sensation has garnered armfuls of awards and rave reviews and has appeared on numerous national television shows. The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps […]
The Queen’s Cartoonists bring cartoons to life with perfectly synchronized music from over 100 years of animation. Experience virtuosic musicianship, multi-instrumental mayhem, and comedy as they perform original soundtracks and fresh compositions alongside projections of classic and modern animated films. Delight in the fusion of jazz, classical music, and animation, featuring composers like Raymond Scott, […]
No group is more closely identified with African song – some might say with world music itself – than this vibrant South African nine-member vocal ensemble. Since 1987, when they were introduced to mainstream America with the release of Paul Simon’s groundbreaking Graceland album, these African troubadours have traveled the world with the uplifting, polyrhythmic […]
Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer TINA FEY (“30 Rock”), composer JEFF RICHMOND (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde) and director CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon). Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her […]
Eclectic singer-songwriter and pianist Bruce Hornsby rose to fame with his Grammy-winning debut album The Way It Is and its title track, the most played song on U.S. radio in 1987. Since then, he has released more than 20 albums as a leader, toured with the Grateful Dead, and appeared on 100-plus records from artists […]
Anna Lapwood is an organist, conductor and broadcaster, and holds the position of Director of Music at Pembroke College, Cambridge. In 2022 she was appointed Associate Artist of the Royal Albert Hall and Ambassador of the Cathedral Music Trust. Anna was awarded an Associateship of the Royal Academy of Music and the prestigious ‘Gamechanger’ Award […]
Small Island Big Song is a multi-platform project uniting the seafaring cultures of the Pacific and Indian Oceans through songs, a contemporary and relevant musical statement from a region at the frontline of the Climate Crisis. Founded by Taiwanese producer BaoBao Chen and Australian music producer and filmmaker Tim Cole in 2015, the two have […]
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. This stirring and inspiring musical takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of the small town in Newfoundland that opened their homes to 7,000 stranded travelers on 9/11. During that fateful week, cultures clashed and nerves ran high—but uneasiness turned […]
A featured star in the PBS documentary Pipe Dreams (2019), Alcee Chriss III is an organist and keyboardist from Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Chriss is the winner of the 2017 Canadian International Organ Competition and the Firmin Swinnen Silver Medal at the 2016 Longwood Gardens International Organ Competition. He has been celebrated for his “grace, […]
PASO ROBLES - Due to popular demand, Radiant Rhythms will now light up your Sunday evenings through the end of December! Each week offers a new opportunity to immerse yourself in live music, immersive art, and the magical ambiance at Sensorio. With big-name artists already on the books, you won’t want to miss these Sunday […]
ATASCADERO - The 4th annual Atascadero Fall Fest is a three-day, FREE admission event at the beautiful Sunken Gardens in downtown Atascadero from November 15 to the 17th!
CAMBRIA - Enter a winter wonderland and find yourself immersed in a world of twinkling lights, live music and merriment with vendor markets, Santa visits, traditional German foods, beverages and more. Bring your family to Cambria Pine Lodge from November 29 through December 31.
MORRO BAY - Join us December 5th through the 8th, 2024 for the World Surf League event at The Rock in Morro Bay.
MORRO BAY - Come enjoy the lighting of the Morro Bay City Park tree for the holidays! Activities begin at 3:30. Lighting of the Tree will be at 5:00pm For more information please contact Morro Bay Recreation Services at (805) 772-6278.
MORRO BAY - The Lighted Boat Parade will be held on Saturday December 7, 2024 starting at 6:30 p.m. on the Morro Bay Embarcadero. Be dazzled as our fishing, leisure and yachting community takes to the water in decorated boats with bright lights and holiday cheer. Viewing areas are all along the Embarcadero from Tidelands […]
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Maryna Krut is a Ukrainian singer and virtuoso of the bandura, a stringed instrument unique to Ukraine that looks and sounds like a hybrid of lute and harp. At 28, Krut is an assured performing artist; her compelling, soulful performances evoke both folk traditions and modern sensibilities, with pop and jazz […]
PODCAST - Go behind the scenes into the cellar and winery to reveal the artistic process of crafting alcohol-removed Cabernet Sauvignon. Learn how Jerry Lohr's pioneering reverse-osmosis technique gently removes alcohol while preserving the wine’s rich flavor and character. Take a peek inside the world of ARIEL! Video podcast debuts on Monday, February 10th.
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Come out to the Fremont Theater to see Hotel California performing live February 15th! Hotel California is a premier Eagles tribute band, known for their spot-on performances and faithful renditions of the iconic band’s greatest hits. With over two decades of touring experience, the group recreates the timeless sound of the […]
PODCAST - Enjoy an enchanting session and explore the literary roots of ARIEL, named for the Bard’s ethereal sprite in The Tempest. We’ll delve into famed actress Dame Judi Dench’s Shakespeare, The Man Who Pays the Rent – a fun, revealing book, full of behind-the scenes personal anecdotes and goings-on from her long stage career. […]
SAN LUIS OBISPO: Join Grammy Award-winner Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra for an evening of non-stop fun. Time to throw up your hands, cut the king cake, and grab some beads as we celebrate New Orleans and the greatest time of year with songs by Fats Domino, Professor Longhair, Earl King, Marsalis, and […]
ATASCADERO: Enjoy samples from over 55 independently owned craft breweries, ciders, seltzers, kombucha, and wineries from all over California, which will be attending the Annual Central Coast Beer Fest! There will be a great selection of food trucks, a variety of merchant vendors, and lawn games - including Mega-Sized Beer Pong! Admission includes a souvenir […]
SAN LUIS OBISPO - Grammy Award-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades. He’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, […]
ATASCADERO: "Party for the Planet" is an Earth Day celebration filled with conservation learning and fun throughout the Charles Paddock Zoo! This annual celebration is a fun way for children of all ages to experience interactive adventures, hands-on activities, exhibits by sustainability-conscious businesses, plus a variety of educational demonstrations.
APR 24 - 29 SAN LUIS OBISPO: A film festival like no other!
