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Mad Hot Ballroom Class and Dance

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

5

Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $10 per person

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): 8pm-9pm  Class 9pm-11pm  Dance

Join Dance Spectrum for fun Friday night dancing Take class with Lerey and Rebecca, and then practice your dancing in the open dancing portions of the night while enjoying refreshments and much more]]>

Friday Night Waltz - Social Dancing

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

5

Friday Night Waltz

http://www.fridaynightwaltz.com/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $8  Dance only $8-$12  Class plus Dance

info@FridayNightWaltz.com

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm  Class 9pm-12am  Dance

No partner is necessary for this fun event All ages are welcome; those under 18 should be accompanied by a parent or guardian Casual, comfortable attire is fine A typical Friday Night Waltz event like this one draws 100-200 participants, and includes between forty and fifty dances in an evening About half the dances are waltzes and the rest of the dances are the mixers, the choreographed waltzes, one-steps, swing, tango, cha-cha, mazurka, schottische, an occasional hambo, blues, Zweifacher or salsa This event takes place in the Church's Fellowship Hall, located on the second floor The entrance is on the right of the courtyard, facing away from the street Free water and light refreshments are offered]]>

Summer Dance Camp Preview Class

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

5

The Reading Bug

http://www.thereadingbug.com/event/summer-dance-camp-preview

The Reading Bug - 785 Laurel Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0100

Start Time(s): 4pm

Have you been wondering what The Reading Bug's Summer Dance Camp will be all about? Find out this afternoon with the amazing instructor, Caitlin Savage! Caitlin recently received her MFA in Dance from Mills College and will be teaching dance at Crystal Springs Uplands in the Fall Your children will learn a different style of dance each day of the one-week camp that will be held in August, but today, your kids can try it out for free! Recommended for ages 5-12, parents must be present during this class]]>

Monthly Rhythm Dance Party

05-25-2012 - 05-25-2012

5

Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Boogie Woogie Ballroom - 551 Foster City Boulevard, Suite G Foster City CA

Admission: $12 for lesson and dance $10 for dance only

650-627-4854

Start Time(s): 8pm-12am

Raul Ante hosts our Monthly Rhythm Dance Party From 8pm-9pm there will be a Hustle lesson, and from 9pm-Midnight is the Rhythm Dance Party The music mix will include Hustle, West Coast Swing, Salsa, Night Club Two Step, Cha Cha, Rumba and more]]>

Contra Dance featuring Peak Nouveau

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm  Lesson 8pm-11pm  Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Peak Nouveau The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Pilipino Cultural Night - California State Univeristy East Bay

05-25-2012 - 05-26-2012

6

CSUEB Theatre and Dance Department

http://www20.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/theatre/performances.html

Cal State University East Bay - 25800 Carlos Bee Avenue Hayward CA 94542

Admission: See Official Site Park in Lot K for University Theatre events

510-885-3118

Start Time(s): Fri: 7pm Sat: 6pm

Produced with the Pilipino American Student Association by A Fajilan and Richard Olmsted, the Pilipino Cultural Night is an original, student-generated script blended with traditional folk dance and contemporary pop culture This production is being staged in the University Theatre on CSUEB's campus]]>

The Color Purple

05-17-2012 - 05-26-2012

6

Blackstage Theater Company

http://www.stanford.edu/dept/drama/index.html

Pigott Theater - 551 Serra Mall Stanford CA 94305-5010

Admission: $5-$15

http://www.stanford.edu/dept/drama/1112_productions/cp.html

Start Time(s): Fri-Sat: 8pm

From the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg comes this multi-Tony Award-winning, soul-stirring new musical The Color Purple is an inspiring family saga that tells the unforgettable story of a woman who--through love--finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world Set to a joyous score featuring jazz, ragtime, gospel, and blues, The Color Purple is a story of hope, a testament to the healing power of love, and celebration of life]]>

Flamenco in Concert

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

6

Flamenco Society of San Jose

http://www.theflamencosociety.org

Historic Hoover Theatre - 1635 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95126

Admission: $15 $13 for students and senior citizens

510-792-8355

flamencos@earthlink.net

http://www.theflamencosociety.org

Start Time(s): 7pm

The Flamenco Society of San Jose presents an extra ordinary evening of Flamenco in Concert featuring an amazing cast of professional flamenco artists Two outstanding flamenco dancers of their generation, Stephanie Narvaez and Clara Rodriguez, legend flamenco singer, Roberto Zamora, and the spectacular flamenco guitarist, David McLean, will all perform this evening This performance showcases some of the best flamenco artists in United States Performing music, song and dance from Andalusia in southern Spain, noted for its energetic and passionate style, Flamenco in Concert guarantees a performance full of power, magic and purity Experience an intimate night of Spain in San Jose with a great performance full of excitement and passion]]>

Inferno San Jose

05-26-2012 - 05-26-2012

6

Inferno

http://www.infernodances.com

Admission: $10 cover  

206-335-3460

Start Time(s): 6pm-10pm

Inferno is blazing your way with DJ Rockaway! We are set to heat it up! Inferno dances are exclusively for women Dances are held early in the evening so you can groove through the entire dance and make plans to continue to party elsewhere afterward For more information please visit us at our Official Site]]>

Ballet San Jose School Spring Performances

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Ballet San Jose

http://balletsj.org/sc_productions.html

California Theatre - 345 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $20-$45

408-288-2800

http://tickets.balletsj.org

Start Time(s): 2pm: Open Division Showcase featuring <i>Fete</i> 4pm: Professional Division Showcase featuring <i>Fete</i>

Please join us on Sunday, May 27, at the California Theatre in downtown San Jose for the Ballet San Jose School Spring Showcase! The 2:00 PM Open Division Showcase will feature dances for students from Open 1A, Open 1B, Open 1C, Open 2A, Open 2B, and Open 2C, followed by advanced students from Levels 5 and 6 of the Professional Division performing Fete, a celebration of ballet featuring variations from the classical repertoire coached by School Ballet Master Le Mai Linh, along with original choreography by School Principal, Dalia Rawson At 4:00 PM that same day, the Professional Division Showcase will feature classical showcases danced to live music by students from Pro 1A, Pro 1B, and Pro 2 Students from Pro 3, 4, and 5 will perform Bachnias Brasileiras, a new neoclassical ballet choreographed by School Ballet Master, Mads Eriksen A character dance performed by Pro 2 will round out the program along with Fete, a celebration of ballet featuring variations from the classical repertoire coached by Le Mai Linh, along with original choreography by Dalia Rawson, performed by students from Levels 5 and 6 the Professional Division]]>

Spring Program - Smuin Ballet

05-23-2012 - 05-27-2012

Smuin Ballet

http://smuinballet.org/spring/

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $23-$65

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): Wed-Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm, 8pm Sun: 2pm

Smuin Ballet's Spring Program features the West Coast premiere of Swipe by internationally-renowned choreographer Val Caniparoli Next, after his triumphant French Twist from Smuin's 2009-2010 season, Ma Cong returns with another World Premiere Rounding out the program is Michael Smuin's Symphony of Psalms set to Stravinsky's score]]>

The Fred Ross Project Dancing 2nd Set

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

Bach Dancing and Dynamite Society

http://www.bachddsoc.org

Douglas Beach House - 311 Mirada Road Half Moon Bay CA

Admission: $35

650-726-4143

info@bachddsoc.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/223859

Start Time(s): 4:30pm

Memorial Day Weekend Soul/Funk/Blues & Dancing with singer, songwriter, musician Fred Ross Fred has recorded with Aretha Franklin, members of Tower of Power, Santana, Chaka Kahn, the Commodores, and more, Toured US & Europe with Everyday People, and Fred Wesley of the James Brown Band His band is notorious for their tributes to favorites like Sly Stone and James Brown We discovered him at his regular gig at the Starlight Room in San Francisco, and this is the third year he's come with a fantastic group of Bay Area musicians and boogied down the house]]>

Laurie Kilmartin

05-25-2012 - 05-27-2012

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $13-$19 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

info@roostertfeathers.com

http://www.roostertfeathers.com/html/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Fri: 9pm Sat: 8pm, 10:30pm Sun: 8pm

Laurie Kilmartin is a comedian and writer She has performed at the Montreal, Aspen, and Edinburgh comedy festivals, and has done standup on Comedy Central, Jimmy Kimmel, and Showtime She's appeared on Best Week Ever, The Today Show, Countdown with Keith Olbermann, The Rachel Maddow Show, Fox and Friends, and Oprah She is currently a staff writer on Conan, and last year she was a finalist on Season 8 of NBC's Last Comic Standing]]>

The Producers

05-03-2012 - 05-27-2012

4

Hillbarn Theatre

http://www.hillbarntheatre.org

Hillbarn Theatre - 1285 E Hillsdale Boulevard Foster City CA 94404

Admission: $17-$34

650-349-6411

boxoffice@hillbarntheatre.org

http://www.hillbarntheatre.org

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Washed-up Broadway producer Max Bialystock schemes with neurotic accountant Leo Bloom in Mel Brooks's musical The men plan to raise a ton of money for a play that's sure to be a flop and then keep the extra dough They pick "Springtime for Hitler," written by a Nazi, and hire an offbeat star and a freakish director But no one can predict the audience's reaction on opening night  ]]>

Out of My Trunk, Out of My Mind, 4 Sure - Musical Theatre Revue

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

South Bay Musical Theatre

Saratoga Civic Theater - 13777 Fruitvale Avenue Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $20 - Adults $15 - Students (17 and under) $15 - Seniors (62 and over) General Seating Tickets will be available at the door the night of the event

408-978-7985

TedK817@aol.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

A fourth evening of music and lyrics by South Bay composer/lyricist Ted Kopulos, Out of My Trunk, Out of My Mind, 4 Sure includes some new material not heard in previous Trunk evenings The scheduled cast includes: Karen DeHart Molly Thornton Barbara Reynolds Kereli Sengstack Ron Packard Tim Reynolds Steve Schneickert Jay Steele Aaron Weisberg Robin Melnick Bob Sunshine - Accompanist Ted Kopulos - Host]]>

Hideo - A Theatrical Concert of Music from Japanese Animation and Video Games

05-26-2012 - 05-27-2012

Four Lights Productions

http://hideoconcert.com/

Montgomery Theater - 271 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $25

408-792-4111

http://www.sjtix.com/2011/12/21/hideo-anime-video-game-music/

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 2pm, 8pm

In a world devastated by war, elite lawmen called enforcers are all that stand between those trying to rebuild and those who have turned to lawlessness to survive Featuring a rich, evolving mythology and internationally acclaimed music from such Japanese animated series and video games as Final Fantasy, Noir, Mega Man, and more, Hideo presents a world at a crossroads, where music always tells a story and--despite everything--hope survives Hideo is a story expressed through both musical and dramatic performance Over a dozen pieces of music have been selected from venerable Japanese animated series and video games Weaved into a cohesive whole, this music has now inspired a new story A diverse group of student and professional musicians and actors from all over California--brought together by their passion for anime and video games--will use their art to drive the narrative]]>

Romeo and Juliet - StanShakes Spring Show

05-23-2012 - 05-27-2012

3

Stanford Shakespeare Company

http://shakespeare.stanford.edu

Admission: Free, Open Seating (outdoor)

408-382-9029

claraluu@stanford.edu

Start Time(s): Wed-Fri: 8pm Sat: 7pm Sun: 8pm

The Stanford Shakespeare Company invites you to experience the elegy of Romeo and Juliet As the shades of love are called forth under the stars, witness the power of their passions and the price of past hatreds Bring blankets and pillows to enjoy this outdoor show under the stars! Visit the Official Site for tickets and more show information]]>

Teddy Carpenter

05-24-2012 - 05-27-2012

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $15-$30 Two-drink minimum Ages 17+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm Fri: 7:30pm, 9:30pm Sat: 7pm, 9:30pm Sun: 7pm

Teddy Carpenter is a force to be reckoned with in the ever-changing world of the entertainment business He has developed a style and a disposition that makes one take notice of his talent Teddy started his stand up career in 1988 In the early years, Teddy won a number of stand up comedy competitions including the Arsenio Hall competition and Funniest Man in DC He then appeared on Showtime at the Apollo in 1990 as a professional stand-up comic It was then he knew he had the gift to command an audience as he received that elusive standing ovation in the building of which legends are made]]>

Great Grandfather's Drum - Screening and Taiko Performance

05-27-2012 - 05-27-2012

San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin

http://www.taiko.org/calendar-of-events-san-jose-taiko/

Admission: $20

kna1023@sbcglobal.net

Start Time(s): 12pm-2pm 11am&nbsp; Doors/Food

Great Grandfather's Drum celebrates the Japanese American culture and history in Hawaii by honoring the plantation life, World War II heroism, and Hawaii's statehood The film portrays Maui Taiko, a contemporary Japanese American drum ensemble Kay Fukumoto of Maui Taiko will also be teaching Fukushima Ondo, a traditional folk dance There will also be food available for purchase, and there will be an appearance by San Jose Taiko This event honors Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief on its one year anniversary]]>

FanimeCon 2012

05-25-2012 - 05-28-2012

Anime Resource Group, Inc

http://www.fanime.com/

San Jose Convention Center - 150 W San Carlos Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Full Weekend: $65 Single-day for only Friday: $35 Single-day membership for only Saturday or for only Sunday: $40 Single-day membership for only Monday: $30

registration@fanime.com

Start Time(s): Thursday 5pm through Monday 4pm FanimeCon is a 24-hour event for its entirety; find a detailed schedule on the Official Site

FanimeCon is Northern California's largest anime convention Packed with videos, costumes, music, games, parties, tournaments, panels, and guests from around the world, this annual celebration of Japanese art and popular culture entertains a colorful spectrum of fans and friends FanimeCon is "By Fans, For Fans," and over 20,000 enthusiasts joined the fun at FanimeCon 2011 In addition to the regular programming, there are a variety of the featured events throughout the convention The Cosplay Spectacular, also known as the Masquerade, is a variety show produced by both professionals and fans that features custom made costume fashions  The Artist Alley showcases the works of local and visiting artists with opportunities to buy, sell, and trade art  The Black and White Ball is a formal ballroom dance with hand-selected music that is fun, danceable, and mostly related to the themes of the convention  There will be open ballroom dance lessons for all levels of experience offered all weekend long in preparation for the Ball]]>

Wild West Weekend - BBQ, Music, Family Fun

05-26-2012 - 05-28-2012

6

Winchester Mystery House

http://winchestermysteryhouse.com/shop/department/tickets-10014.cfm

Winchester Mystery House - 525 S Winchester Boulevard San Jose CA 95128

Admission: $5084 for adults 13 and up $2977 for children ages 6-12 Free for children 5 and under

408-247-2000

http://winchestermysteryhouse.com/shop/department/tickets-10014.cfm

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 3pm-8pm Mon: 10am-3pm

This Memorial Day Weekend the Winchester Mystery House will be reaching deep into the roots of the Gun that Won the West! Celebrate America at this unforgettable event featuring Gunfighters, Country Music, Saloon Bar, Gold Panning and Games, and of course All-You-Can-Eat-BBQ! BBQ/Mansion Combo tickets include: - All-You-Can-Eat BBQ by Big Ed's Buzzard BBQ - Gun fighting performances by Frontier Village's The Fall Guys - 3 shows a day! - Country Music - Amy Gass 5/26; KRTY 5/27; Diablo Road 5/28 - Western Carnival Games - 3 complimentary tickets - 65 Minute Guided Tour of the world famous Winchester Mystery House Also Available: - Old Western Portraits - Saloon Bar for ages 21+ - Children's Saloon Bar with Root Beer Floats, Lemonade, Sarsaparilla, and more! - Gold Panning - Face Painting]]>

Ernani - Opera on Film

05-27-2012 - 05-29-2012

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

Sweeping Romantic drama takes center stage in Ernani, an early Verdi gem based on a story by Victor Hugo Three powerful men compete and conspire to win the hand of the beautiful Elvira, but in the end, duty and honor leave everyone woeful This film presents a production starring Roberto Aronica and Dimitra Theodossiou from the Teatro Comunale di Bologna]]>

Nixon in China - Opera Lecture

05-29-2012 - 05-29-2012

2

San Jose Opera Guild

http://www.sjoperaguild.org

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $10, payable at the door

408-867-9753

Start Time(s): 10am-12pm

The lecture speaker, Stanford professor Stephan Hinton, will discuss President Nixon's historic trip to China in 1972, which is the basis for the opera "Nixon in China" by John Adams]]>

Danny Cruzz - Cruzzing with Laffter

05-30-2012 - 05-30-2012

3

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $12 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): 8pm

Danny Cruzz has been performing his unique style of comedy from the Bay at comedy clubs around the country, from California to Florida He has opened for such groups as Los Lobos and The Doobie Brothers Come and enjoy an evening of laughter with Danny and his many funny friends]]>

Le Stelle di Palo Alto - Dance Performance

05-30-2012 - 05-30-2012

3

Ballet Expressions

http://www.balletexpressions.com

Cubberley Community Center Theatre - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $20

408-464-8087

balletexpressions@comcast.net

Start Time(s): 8pm

Ballet Expressions dance school of Palo Alto presents an evening-length production program of mixed repertory featuring original choreographies by artistic director, Florean Saqellari E-mail or call for group rates]]>

Friends of Fluffy - Stand Up Comedy

05-24-2012 - 05-31-2012

4

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $25 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm

In Fall of 2011, Comedy Central partnered with Gabriel Iglesias to debut a new comedy series, Gabriel Iglesias Presents Stand-Up Revolution Gabriel Iglesias opened each episode with new material and then introduced some of his funniest friends to the crowd Several of these comedians are now doing shows of their own Fans of Iglesias know he has good taste and will no doubt love seeing these "Friends of Fluffy" live! Expect to hear unique and hilarious takes on issues like family, race, marriage, and video games when these comedians take the stage]]>

Hard Salsa - Dance Party

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

Fox Theatre

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Club Fox - 2209 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10 Ages 21+

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 9pm

Come and dance the night away! DJs Willie and Rulas will play mostly Salsa with breaks of Bachata, Merengue, and Cha Cha Cha]]>

Uptown, Downtown, Motown Madness with Top Shelf - Music and Dance Dinner Show

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/calendar.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $20-$25 Plus dinner or two item minimum Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ticket_portal.htm

Start Time(s): Show: 8:30pm-10:30pm Dinner seating begins: 7pm

Top Shelf brings you a spectacular tribute to Old School, Doo-Wop and Classic Soul favorites as well their signature dinner show: Uptown, Downtown, Motown Madness--a captivating Doo-Wop, Motown, Classic Soul Musical Straying from a typical musical revue, Motown Madness takes you on a narrated journey from the early days of Doo-Wop and Motown to the Classic Soul sounds of the 80s Filled with theatrics, dancing, and singing, the room is transformed into a staged, choreographed production In this show, Top Shelf will perform a mini-version of their signature dinner show leading into an interactive set of dancing!]]>

San Jose Rep's Emerging Artist Lab - SJREAL Friday Night Series

05-11-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

San Jose Repertory Theatre

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Pay what you will at the door Suggested minimum of $1

408-367-7255

Start Time(s): 10pm-11pm

San Jose Rep's Emerging Artist Lab (SJREAL) offers an opportunity for budding Bay Area artists to unleash their creativity during late-night, cabaret-style performances at San Jose Rep Innovation and risk are key factors of the San Jose Rep's Emerging Artist Lab, an open forum that strives to push the boundaries of what theatre is SJREAL artists will develop their projects with the support of San Jose Rep through resources and mentorship Explore theatre from the ground floor as emerging playwrights, directors, and actors delve into humanity's lusts, hopes, and fears]]>

VivaFest 2012 Evening of Comedy - Benefit

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

Mexican Heritage Corporation

http://vivafest.org

HP Pavilion - 525 W Santa Clara Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $50

408-794-1060

info@mhcviva.org

http://vivafest.org

Start Time(s): 7pm

Laughter and fundraising take center stage at VivaFest 2012 on June 1 at the inaugural Evening of Comedy Part of the 21st annual Mexican Heritage and Mariachi Festival, this hilarious event is presented in partnership with the Alum Rock Community Advisory Committee and San Jose Parks and Recreation Foundation Enjoy dinner and a stellar lineup of comedians at HP Pavilion while raising funds for local recreation and arts youth programs]]>

Speak Underground - Teen Open Mic Night

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/338

Pacifica-Sharp Park Library - 104 Hilton Way Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: Free

650-355-5196

Start Time(s): 6pm

Speak Underground is a Teen Open Mic Nigh -- organized and designed solely for teens, by teens All teens up to the age of 19 are welcome to participate or just attend It is an “anything goes” type of atmosphere, where all performances and creative art is welcome: music, bands, art exhibition, dance, spoken word, theater, poetry, and generally anything artistic that comes to mind!]]>

Mexico in Your Senses - Dance Concert

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

Fuego Nuevo Ballet

http://www.fuegonuevoballet.com

Admission: $15 available at the door or at pre-sale

408-807-3043

Start Time(s): 7pm-9pm

At Ballet Folkloricko Mexicano Fuego Nuevo we believe in sharing the beautiful stories of the people, magic and culture of Mexico through dance Please join us as we bring Mexico to your senses]]>

Fall in Love with Formosa - Modern and Traditional Chinese Dance

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

Montalvo Arts Center

http://www.montalvoarts.org

Montalvo Arts Center - 15400 Montalvo Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $8-$20

408-961-5858

http://www.montalvoarts.org/events/fall_in_love_with_formosa/

Start Time(s): 8pm

Taiwanese choreographers and performers Bih-tau Sung of Dancing Sun Foundation, Wen-jinn Luo, and Han-chieh Tso of Scarecrow Contemporary Dance Company present an evening of modern and traditional Chinese dance Fall in Love with Formosa features three works that are based on or inspired by historical events and literary texts Using a dance form that utilizes the physical laws of friction, momentum, gravity, and inertia, the participating dancers explore human relations and experience through their interactions with one another Bih-tau Sung is an acclaimed interpreter and choreographer of ballet, modern, and traditional Chinese dance and opera techniques Her professional career started in 1974 when she was recruited to join the prestigious Cloud Gate Dance Theater, Taiwan's first professional modern dance company After touring throughout major artistic centers in Europe, Asia, and the United States, Sung independently continued her artistic quest after she moved to Cupertino in 1986 In addition to receiving her MA in Dance from San Jose State University, she is also a Laban Movement Analyst, and has taught private and college level classes In 1999, Sung founded the Dancing Sun Foundation where she is the artistic director In 2011, she re-located back to Taiwan Founded in 1989 in Tainan City in Taiwan, Scarecrow Contemporary Dance Company has toured internationally performing in China, New York, Portugal, and France]]>

Picture Book Dramatic Reading

06-01-2012 - 06-01-2012

5

The Reading Bug

http://www.thereadingbug.com/event/san-carlos-childrens-theater-performance

The Reading Bug - 785 Laurel Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0100

Start Time(s): 4pm, 4:15pm

Join The Reading Bug to see the San Carlos Children's Theater perform a dramatic reading of some favorite pictures books The readings will be performed twice, and each performance is approximately 15 minutes, so kindly arrive promptly Recommended for ages 2 and up]]>

Dance Revue 2012 - For the Love of Dance

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

For the Love of Dance

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jun12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $16-$20

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

For the Love of Dance is proud to present its first annual Dance Revue Since opening in September, they have welcomed students of all ages Dancers will perform in a variety of styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, and hip hop Enjoy an evening of performance danced from the heart]]>

Yaelisa and Caminos Flamencos

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

Pacifica Performances

http://www.pacificaperformances.org/concerts/concerts.php

Pacifica Center for the Arts - 1220 Linda Mar Boulevard Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: $12-$20

650-355-1882

info@pacificaperformances.org

http://www.pacificaperformances.org/concerts/concerts.php

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Yaelisa and Caminos Flamencos' mission is to enrich and educate the community by presenting innovative contemporary and traditional works which reflect the "nuevo flamenco" movement in Spain today Since 1993, Artistic Director Yaelisa has collaborated with artists in other mediums, incorporating top musicians in the field of jazz, Latin, and Afro-Cuban music, and her choreographies have been commissioned by Collage Dance Theatre, Malashock Dance and Company, San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival, Stanford Danza Espanola, and the Internacional Certamen de Coreografia in Madrid, Spain]]>

The Some Like It Hot Ball

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

PEERS - Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation

http://www.peers.org/events.html

San Mateo Masonic Lodge - 100 N Ellsworth Avenue San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $20 $15 before 5/26

http://www.peers.org/hot.html

Start Time(s): 6:45pm&nbsp; Doors 7pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm&nbsp; Dance Party begins

Please join Miss Sugar Cane and Junior in dancing to the dulcet strains of Lee Presson and the Nails, who will play both hot Swing and beautiful vintage ballroom dance favorites including waltzes, polkas, foxtrots, and even a couple of tangos for Osgood and Daphne and all you other tango aficionados The band will also play their famous arrangements of The Congress of Vienna and Sir Roger de Coverley There will be a pre-ball dance lesson in vintage Swing and Foxtrot for those of you who'd like to get in some practice before the ball, and there will be DJ music during intermission for you insatiable dancers Inspired by Billy Wilder's classic romantic comedy, this ball is a great opportunity to trot out your 1920's finery Suggested costume is evening dress of the late 1920's, but vintage or modern evening dress of any kind is appropriate Costumes are admired, not required There will be a light snack buffet and cold punch, but no bar--it's Prohibition, sir and madam, and the ball is set in a public resort hotel ballroom! Your potluck contributions are, of course, most welcome in the kitchen If for some strange reason you've never seen Some Like It Hot, arguably the greatest comedy in film history, rent it right away!]]>

Hansel and Gretel - Puppet Art Theater Co

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/events

Belmont Library - 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont CA 94002

Admission: Free

650-591-8286

Start Time(s): 2pm

In this puppet show, Gretel overhears her stepmother convince her father to lead she and her brother into the forest and leave them there for good Hansel’s plan to leave a trail of bread crumbs to find their way home fails miserably and he and Gretel are left in the forest to fend for themselves It is there that they discover a house made of Gingerbread Little did they know the house belongs to a Wicked Old Witch Will Hansel and Gretel escape the Witch and find their way home? Find out in this "Dad & Me @ The Library" event]]>

Soul and Inspiration - Dance Concert

06-01-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

Foothill College Repertory Dance Company

http://www.foothill.edu

Smithwick Theater - Foothill College - 12345 El Monte Road Los Altos Hills CA 94022-4599

Admission: General $25 Students and Seniors $20 Children $15 Patron Reserved Section $100

650-949-7354

gongiiibubba@fhda.edu

http://www.foothill.edu

Start Time(s): 7pm Pre-Show begins 7:30pm Curtain

Foothill Repertory Dance directed by Bay Area Theatre Critics winner Bubba Gong will present its 26th annual fundraising concert for the Dance Program Dancing Mozart to Madonna, the two hour show will begin with an Audience Jam session beginning at 7 pm with Curtain at 7:30 pm Patrons are invited to dress in 50s style where Grease is the Word Soul and Inspiration will highlight songs from the musical Grease including favorites Grease Lightnin, Born to Hand Jive and We Go Together Director of Dance, Gong will premiere a new Peking opera inspired ballet to Dragon Emperor with a score by Cong Su and costumes by Katherine Andrews and a tribute to the late Whitney Houston using American Sign language Technical direction will be provided by John Celona and lighting by Andrea Schwartz The family fun dance extravaganza will feature hip hop to ballet, broadway to world dance with resident choreographers Tami Burton, David Eastman, Erika Mueller, Emilie Dunworth, Bailey Donnelly and Rawan Jabari]]>

Monthly Same Sex Dance Party

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Boogie Woogie Ballroom - 551 Foster City Boulevard, Suite G Foster City CA

Admission: $12 for lesson and dance $10 for dance only

650-627-4854

Start Time(s): 8pm-12am

A drop-in Salsa lesson from 8pm-9pm with Citabria Phillips starts off our Monthly Guys & Dolls Same Sex Dance Party! The music mix is all Ballroom, all Latin, all Club and Social Dances and requests Everyone is welcome!]]>

Rocky Horror - Live, Loud and Late-Night Fun

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

Camera Cinemas

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $10

408-998-3300

Start Time(s): 11:45pm-2:30am

Rocky Horror comes slamming back into downtown San Jose! Join us for: music and dancing, rioutous preshow action, ridiculous games, and so much fun it's Barely Legal!]]>

Prelude - Dance Recital

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

Harmony Dance

http://www.cityofcampbell.com/heritagetheatre/events.htm

Heritage Theatre - 1 W Campbell Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $1850-$22

408-866-2700

BoxOffice@cityofcampbell.com

Start Time(s): 5:30pm

Come see this end of the year studio performance for family and friends by Harmony Dance Harmony Dance Center provides a positive, dynamic, family-oriented environment They offer a large variety of classes for children age 2 to adults: Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop and more Harmony Dance Center is owned and directed by renowned Bay Area dancer and choreographer Anne-Lorraine Bahi]]>

Belly Dancing Night with Lara and World Music Night

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

Morocco's Restaurant

http://moroccosrestaurant.com

Morocco's Restaurant, Mountain View - 873 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free entrance - no cover Reservations may be made at http://wwwmoroccosrestaurantcom/mountain-view/reservationshtml

650-968-1502

moroccosmv@live.com

Start Time(s): 5pm-12am 8:30pm Performance

Come to the fun and romantic Morocco's in downtown Mountain View for a Saturday night of delicious cuisine and celebrate the end of the work week for some, friendships for others or tonight is your date night On top of our healthy family style served cuisine, we will spice up the night with an amazing belly dancing performance from the beautiful belly dancer Michelle at 8:30pm]]>

Tunisian Dance Workshop with Xatia

06-02-2012 - 06-02-2012

6

Halanda Studio

http://www.halanda.com/calendar-e.html

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $30 $25 in advance

xatiadance@gmail.com

Start Time(s): 2:30pm-4:30pm

In this workshop you will learn some basic Tunisian moves and balancing techniques, culminating in a full-length, choreographed piece set to traditional Tunisian rhythms All levels are welcome to participate, and there are performance opportunities for those interested Please bring a large plastic water bottle with which to practice balancing techniques Wear a tassel belt if you have one, or a simple hip scarf--no coins or beads please Be prepared to work barefoot and to sweat!]]>

Gabriel Iglesias

05-25-2012 - 06-03-2012

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $3499 Two-item minimum 7pm Shows: Ages 13+ with parent 10pm Shows: Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 7pm, 10pm Sun: 7pm

Gabriel Iglesias has the ability to consistently deliver a uniquely hilarious comedy experience--from start to finish--in every venue he performs in His high-octane show is a sure-fire hit, a mixture of storytelling, parodies, characters and sound effects that bring all his personal experiences to life Gabriel's clean and animated comedy style has earned national crossover appeal, making him popular among fans of all ages]]>

Nick Thune

05-31-2012 - 06-03-2012

6

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $13-$19 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

info@roostertfeathers.com

http://www.roostertfeathers.com/html/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm Fri: 9pm Sat: 8pm, 10:30pm Sun: 8pm

Nick Thune, a comedian and actor, hails from the Great Northwest where he spent his early years growing up in Seattle Nick's absurdist view and deadpan wit, combined with the soothing lull of his guitar, have distinguished his unique style of comedy He has appeared on The Tonight Show eight times and, on each occasion, he won Nick has also appeared on Conan, The Late Show with Jimmy Fallon, and has his own Comedy Central Special Currently, Nick is touring the country changing lives one joke at a time]]>

Les Miserables

05-31-2012 - 06-03-2012

Starting Arts

http://www.startingarts.com

Santa Clara High School Performing Arts Center - 3000 Benton Street Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $5 for students $10 for adults

408-492-9022

michelle@startingarts.com

http://www.startingarts.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7pm Sat: 2pm, 7pm Sun: 2pm

Come see the talents of the Starting Arts Dream Team in Les Miserables Set in early 19th-century France, Les Miserables follows the stories of men, women, and children as they struggle for redemption and revolution]]>

Thanks For Playing! The Game Show Show - World Premiere

05-04-2012 - 06-03-2012

5

The Retro Dome

http://www.TheRetroDome.com

The Retro Dome - 1694 Saratoga Avenue San Jose CA 95129

Admission: Regular Price: $44 Senior, Student, Military: $34 Child: $24

408-404-7711

boxoffice@guggyent.com

https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?t=tix&m=8bd318e5110cc1dba439c28dcb2724eb

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Comeondown! From the creators of "The MeshugaNutcracker!" comes a new musical comedy that celebrates America's love affair with TV game shows Night after night in the 1950s and '60s, network game shows kept Americans glued to their sets waiting to see who would become the next big winner! With original music that celebrates a bygone era, a witty (scandal-filled!) script, audience participation, unpredictable contestants, and fabulous prizes, "Thanks For Playing!" will bring the game show world to life in this world premiere on The Retro Dome stage Get your tickets early and ask for a Neilson seat! This show was produced for The Retro Dome by Guggenheim Entertainment, Inc]]>

Community Dance Jane Austin and More

06-03-2012 - 06-03-2012

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/community/san_jose/

Admission: $10-$25

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 2pm-5pm

Come enjoy the favorite dances of Jane Austen, George Washington, William Shakespeare, and Henry Ford! All dances will be taught at this beginner-friendly event, and there will also be a few dances throughout the evening for more experienced dancers Casual dress and comfortable shoes are encouraged]]>

Aida - Opera

05-25-2012 - 06-03-2012

West Bay Opera

http://www.wbopera.org/tickets.php

Lucie Stern Community Theatre and Center - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $52-$70

650-424-9999

BoxOffice@WBOpera.org

http://www.wbopera.org/Tickets.html

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm* Sun: 2pm No performances 5/26, 6/1

Composed at the request of the Ottoman ruler of Egypt for the opening of the Suez Canal in 1871, Aida is among the most performed operas ever It is really an intimate drama set against the larger-than-life backdrop of a bloody war between Egypt and Ethiopia Amneris, the Pharaoh's daughter, is infatuated with Radames, the general who leads the Egyptian army against Ethiopia She is infuriated to find out that Radames and Aida, her slave, are secretly in love Radames returns victorious from battle with the spoils of war and a cache of prisoners that includes Amonasro, the Ethipian King and Aida's father, disguised as a warrior The Pharaoh welcomes Radames in a splendid celebration and gives him the hand of Amneris in marriage, to Aida's despair That night, on the banks of the Nile, Amonasro prevails upon Aida, in a fearsome confrontation, to trick Radames into revealing the secret route of the Egyptian army This will give the advantage to the Ethiopian troops She meets Radames and implores him to flee with her, but he refuses She then gets him to reveal the secret route Amneris has overheard the conversation and, alerting the High Priest, accuses Radames of treason]]>

Cowboys of the Pacific - Ho'ike 2012

06-02-2012 - 06-03-2012

6

Halau Na Wai Ola

http://www.nawaiola.com/

Fox Theatre - 2215 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: General admission: $25 adult/$15 youth before May 1st $30 adult/$20 youth after May 1st Luau seating: $55 all ages

408-216-0450

nwo.tix@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Sat: 7:15pm Sun: 2:15pm

Hawaiian hula and music celebrating the paniolos--Hawaiian cowboys]]>

The Understudy - West Coast Premiere

05-10-2012 - 06-03-2012

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $1750-$79

408-367-7255

http://www.sjrep.com/tickets

Start Time(s): Tues: 7:30pm Weds-Sat: 8pm Weds: 11am* Sat: 3pm* Sun: 2pm*, 7pm* *Performance dates vary; check Official Site

The star he's working with doesn't get the play; the stage manager just happens to be his ex-fiancée; and the set technician seems to be high-just another day in the life of an understudy This laugh-out-loud look at the battle for stage credibility between a typecast action movie star and a "real" actor with a very large chip on his shoulder will give you insight into the complicated relationships that form in the stressful and emotional world backstage Pulitzer Prize nominee Theresa Rebeck, one of the most produced female playwrights in America, returns to the Rep stage with this latest Off-Broadway hit]]>

Pear Slices

05-11-2012 - 06-03-2012

The Pear Avenue Theatre

http://www.thepear.org/

The Pear Avenue Theatre - 1220 Pear Avenue, Unit K Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $15-$30

650-254-1148

info@thepear.org

http://www.thepear.org/tickets.htm

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

In this ninth serving of Pear Slices, see what the talented and versatile writers in the Pear Playwrights Guild are up to, this time around Fresh and ripe, these short new plays are sure to surprise and delight the audience]]>

Arnez J

06-01-2012 - 06-03-2012

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $25-$35 Two-drink minimum Ages 17+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Fri: 7:30pm, 9:30pm Sat: 7pm, 9:30pm Sun: 7pm, 9pm

Rapidly becoming one of the most talked about comedians, Arnez J's charisma and physical agility are unforgettable His unparalleled form of physical comedy--strong on body language and animation--has been known to evoke standing ovations from crowds at the comedy clubs and concert halls he performs in across the country Arnez was recently seen as co-host of BET's signature stand up comedy series, Comic View]]>

Making Magic, Defying Gravity - Behind the Scenes with Wicked Cast Members

06-04-2012 - 06-04-2012

1

Palo Alto High School

Admission: all seats $15

805-710-6418

https://tix5.seatyourself.biz/webstore/webstore.html?domain=schooltheatre&event=.

Start Time(s): 7pm

The Educational Theatre Association is presenting Making Magic, Defying Gravity a fundraising performance featuring Carly Stickler and Michael Mahany from the National tour of the Broadway hit "Wicked" at the Haymarket Theatre on the campus of Palo Alto High School The Wicked cast members will be joined by outstanding local high school performers and professionals from Walt Disney Creative Entertainment in an evening of music and "behind the curtain" conversation Making Magic, Defying Gravity will also showcase a Question and Answer session led by J Jason Daunter, Stage Manager of Wicked, and Matt Conover, Vice President-Creative Entertainment & Disney Parks Talent Casting Along with the Wicked cast, they will recount how their high school dreams led to their professional lives After the performance, ticket-holders are invited to a reception for an informal conversation with the guest artists Tickets can be reserved online or purchased at the door on the day of the show from 5:45pm-6:45pm This special event will be presented one night only All proceeds go to the Educational Theatre Association's scholarship fund for the International Thespian Society]]>

Attila - Opera Lecture

06-05-2012 - 06-05-2012

2

San Jose Opera Guild

http://www.sjoperaguild.org

Saratoga Foothill Club - 20399 Park Place Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $10, payable at the door

408-867-9753

Start Time(s): 10am-12pm

University of San Francisco Professor Alexandra Amati-Campari will discuss the historic figure Attila the Hun and the opera that changed a country, "Attila" by Guiseppe Verdi]]>

New Playwright's Festival

06-04-2012 - 06-05-2012

2

Santa Clara University Dept of Theatre and Dance

http://www.scupresents.org/whats-on-now.html

Fess Parker Studio Theatre - Santa Clara University - 500 El Camino Real Santa Clara CA 95053

Admission: $5

408-554-4015

cpaboxoffice@scu.edu

http://www.scupresents.org/new-playwrights-festival.html

Start Time(s): Mon, Tues: 7pm

Enjoy an evening of original one act plays written, performed, and directed by Santa Clara University students and alums New playwrights, who have completed a series of SCU playwriting courses, showcase their work in semi-staged readings]]>

The Bright Stream - Ballet on Film

06-03-2012 - 06-05-2012

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

A laugh-out-loud comical ballet in two acts, The Bright Stream celebrates the maddening, baffling disillusion of love with both hilarious deceptions and joyful resolutions The libretto, by Adrian Piotrovsky and Fyodor Lopukhov, tells the story of the members of a Russian farm collective in the 1930s and their humurous interactions with a group of visiting performers during the harvest festival Known for his precise characterization in movement, Ratmansky uses Shostakovich's robust folk music to tell this zany tale, broadcast from the Bolshoi Ballet in Moscow]]>

The Tech Museum After Hours

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

3

The Tech Museum

http://www.thetech.org/programs/after-hours

The Tech Museum - 201 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113-2008

Admission: $10 for non-members $8 for members

(408) 294-8324

info@thetech.org

http://www.thetech.org/programs/after-hours

Start Time(s): 6pm-11pm

After Hours is the monthly evening event where adults 21 and older enjoy science, technology, entertainment, and cocktails together with their friends Each month provides an exclusive and fun setting of music, games, hands-on exhibits, and more Explore the entire museum with other adults under moody lighting and music as you play a bevy of giant games, discover more about science and technology, or just relax and have fun with friends! Other features include Giant games like 4 Foot Tall Jenga-Style Blocks, Over-Sized Chess, and Giant Four in a Row Live music and dancing Glow-in-the-dark Tech-tinis from the no-host bar The After Hours Photo Booth, where you can share smiles with your friends Your photos will be posted on the After Hours Facebook page and you can share your pictures  ]]>

Hansel and Gretel - Puppet Art Theater Co

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

3

City of Burlingame

http://www.burlingame.org/index.aspx?page=1744

Burlingame Public Library - 480 Primrose Road Burlingame CA 94010

Admission: Free

650-558-7400

Start Time(s): 10:30am

In this puppet show, Gretel overhears her stepmother convince her father to lead she and her brother into the forest and leave them there for good Hansel’s plan to leave a trail of bread crumbs to find their way home fails miserably and he and Gretel are left in the forest to fend for themselves It is there that they discover a house made of Gingerbread Little did they know the house belongs to a Wicked Old Witch Will Hansel and Gretel escape the Witch and find their way home? Find out at this show!]]>

Fruit Punch - Gay and Gay-Friendly Comedy Showcase

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

3

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $12 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

info@roostertfeathers.com

http://www.roostertfeathers.com/html/calendar.html

Start Time(s): 8pm

Fruit Punch! An Evening of Gay and Gay Friendly Comedy is a diverse evening of stand up comedy featuring gay and gay friendly comics from the Bay Area and beyond All are welcome--whether you're Gay, Lesbian, Straight, Bi, Questioning or just like to get drunk and make out with everybody you see San Francisco favorite, fierce comedic tart Pippi Lovestocking hosts with appearances by Natasha Muse, Beth Schumann, Shelagh Ratner, Ronn Vigh, and headliner Scott Silverman]]>

Sam Bam

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

3

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $10-$20 Two-item minimum Ages 17+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Born and raised in Stockton, Sam Bam entered the comedy scene ten years ago Sam has been featured on shows such as BET, Comic View, Coming to the Stage, and Latino Laugh Festival and has performed in various competitions through the years Performing with headliners such as Tony Roberts, Anjelah Johnson, Ralphie May, Eddie Griffin, and Kat Williams, Sam uses real life experiences to tell his story Whether it's happened to you or you can only imagine it, Sam will tell it like it is It wasn't funny then, but it's funny now!]]>

Wednesday Night Hop's Swing Dance Party

06-06-2012 - 06-06-2012

3

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View

http://wednesdaynighthop.com/

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View - 1400 N Shoreline Boulevard #A-1 Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $16 Drop-in class + party ($24 for both classes + party) $12 Dance party only

650-864-9150

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Intermediate Lindy Hop Class 8:15pm &nbsp; Beginner Lindy Hop Class 9:30pm-12am&nbsp; Swing Dance Party

Come join the fun and start swinging the night away with hoppin' live music provided by Americano Social Club Is it your birthday? Are you from out of town? Is it your first time out to Wednesday Night Hop? Be sure to let them know so that you can have a jam at about 10:15pm! Not only is the music great, but the people are fun and friendly, too Mixers, Shim Sham, Jitterbug Stroll, Big Apples, and the Madison are all part of a regular night of fun Come early and take a drop-in class to learn new steps and polish off your skills, or just come for the party  Either way, you're sure to have a great time!]]>

Joey Diaz

06-07-2012 - 06-07-2012

4

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $15 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): 8pm

Most comedians and actors move to Los Angeles in search of fame and stardom When Joey "Coco" Diaz came to Los Angeles, he just wanted to survive However, if you watch television or are up on the top comedians working today, it looks like he did a little bit more than that Believe it or not, Joey started his comedy career in Denver after serving a short stint at a correctional facility, where he realized that he could actually make people laugh After his release, Joey gave it a try in a real Comedy Club, and that was it! His R-rated outlook on life will get you howling in your seats, but that's what a good comedian is supposed to do What makes Joey special is his presence and his ability to tell you a story in such a manner that regardless of the subject matter, you're still laughing Whether it's lighting a hooker's wig on fire, or attacking a nun in the 4th grade, you'll be cheering for him]]>

Frankenstein - National Theatre Live, Screening (Redwood City)

06-06-2012 - 06-07-2012

4

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): Wed: 7pm (Original Casting) Thurs: 7pm (Reverse Casting)

National Theatre Live provides a unique opportunity for viewers to see live productions from the stages of London's National Theatre at cinema screens around the world Don't miss the last performance of the National Theatre season, as Frankenstein comes to life in a thrilling new play based on the gothic novel by Mary Shelley Childlike in his innocence, but grotesque in form, Frankenstein's bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the friendless Creature, increasingly desperate and vengeful, determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal Urgent concerns of scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development, and the nature of good and evil are embedded within this thrilling and disturbing classic gothic tale This visionary production, directed by Oscar-winner Danny Boyle, will shock audiences into the mysterious world of Frankenstein Do not miss the thrilling twist of a classic tale as Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller--who share the 2012 United Kingdom Olivier Award for Best Actor--reverse roles each night from the creator to the created Some event content may not be suitable for all ages]]>

Mad Hot Ballroom Class and Dance

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

5

Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $10 per person

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): 8pm-9pm&nbsp; Class 9pm-11pm&nbsp; Dance

Join Dance Spectrum for fun Friday night dancing Take class with Lerey and Rebecca, and then practice your dancing in the open dancing portions of the night while enjoying refreshments and much more]]>

Bay Area English Regency Society Dance Party

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

5

Bay Area English Regency Society

http://www.baers.org/index.html

St Mark's Episcopal Church - Palo Alto - 600 Colorado Avenue Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): 8pm-10:30pm

The Bay Area English Regency Society celebrates the spirit of the early nineteenth century The English Regency, familiar from the works not only of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer but also C S Forester, Patrick O'Brian, and Tim Powers, was a spirited time bubbling over with creative energy in the arts and sciences, and yet a time when wit and grace were highly valued The dances come from English Country tradition, from Regency-era dance manuals such as Thomas Wilson, and from occasional modern Choreography done in the manner of the time They are set to music by classical composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, or to traditional country dance tunes Dances and music are varied for each ball, according to its theme, which may range from the elegant to the rowdy Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere Dances are led by Alan Winston and guest callers Newcomers are always welcome Participants explore all aspects of life among the different social classes in Regency England, and occasionally venture into the American Federalist era Dress is casual, and comfortable low-heeled shoes are recommended Skirts are worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable This month's party will feature couple dances with the assistance of visiting musicians]]>

Ballroom Dance Party

06-08-2012 - 06-08-2012

5

Ballroom Dance Bay Area

http://www.ballroomdancebayarea.com

Admission: $10 per person

408-824-0074

ballroomdancebayarea@gmail.com

http://www.ballroomdancebayarea.com

Start Time(s): 8pm-11pm

As one of the Bay Area's newest and friendliest ballrooms, we offer a dance party twice per month for students and guests Enjoy a drop-in class designed for beginners, dancing to the latest tunes, helpful tips by real pros and a relaxing and friendly environment Refreshments are included Dance shoes are recommended]]>

Dia de Portugal Festival

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Portuguese Heritage Society of California

http://www.diadeportugalca.org/

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 10am-6:30pm

Americans of Portuguese heritage join together in June with others throughout the world in a celebration of Portuguese culture--Dia de Portugal On the second Saturday of the month, the Portuguese Heritage Society of California hosts its Dia de Portugal Festival Enjoy a day of entertainment, savor a variety of Portuguese foods, and watch a traditional Portuguese parade There's enjoyment for the entire family]]>

Contra Dance featuring The Crabapples

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$15

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm-11pm&nbsp; Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by The Crabapples The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Shakuntala

06-01-2012 - 06-09-2012

SCUPresents - Santa Clara University

http://www.scupresents.org

Louis B Mayer Theatre - Santa Clara University - 500 El Camino Real Santa Clara CA 95053

Admission: Regular $15 Seniors/Student $10

408-554-4015

http://www.scupresents.org

Start Time(s): Wednesday and Thursday: 7:30pm Friday and Saturday: 8pm Sunday: 2pm

Shakuntala is about enchantment It was written in the fifth century in the classical Indian storytelling tradition, with contemporary music by the award winning Rudresh Mahanthappa The tale, drawn from an episode in the epic Mahabharata, concerns a king, Dushyanta who, while hunting in the forest, falls in love with Shakuntala They secretly marry, and the king returns to court, but when a curse falls upon the lovers, trouble befalls]]>

Tridevi - Kuchipudi Thematic Dance Concert

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Yuva Bharati

http://www.yuvabharati.org

Mission City Center for Performing Arts - 3250 Monroe Street Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $10 Free for&nbsp;Yuva Bharati members

650-565-8859

yuva_bharati@yahoo.com

Start Time(s): 4pm

Tridevi is a thematic program celebrating female trinity by Kuchipudi Dance Teachers Samidha Satyam, Himabindu Challa, Madhuri Kishore, and Sunita Pendekanti]]>

Guys and Dolls

05-19-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

South Bay Musical Theatre

http://www.southbaymt.com

Saratoga Civic Theater - 13777 Fruitvale Avenue Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $15-$30 $38 Opening Night (includes champagne reception)

408-266-4734

http://www.southbaymt.com/shows/guysanddolls.html

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2:30pm -plus- Thurs 6/7: 8pm

Featuring colorful characters, hit songs and a clever story line, Guys and Dolls is a delightfully funny fable of gambling men and the women who long to tame them It all begins with a bet: high-roller Sky Masterson wagers his cohort Nathan Detroit that he can successfully romance the seemingly unattainable Sarah Brown, leader of the Save-A-Soul Mission Nathan has his own hands full trying to find a spot for his “floating” crap game while keeping one step ahead of his fiancée’s clutches The score is a treasure trove of hit songs like Luck Be a Lady, A Bushel and a Peck, Adelaide’s Lament, If I Were a Bell, Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat, and the title tune Don’t miss this rollicking, audience-pleasing favorite that critics call “the perfect musical comedy!”]]>

The Nerd

05-18-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Santa Clara Players

http://www.scplayers.org/seasons/2011-2012/index.htm

Triton Museum Hall Pavilion - 1505 Warburton Avenue Santa Clara CA 95050

Admission: $10-$18

1-800-838-3006

http://www.scplayers.org/reservations/index.htm

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm* Sun: 2:30pm *No shows 5/19, 6/24

Aspiring young architect, Willum Cubbert has often told his friends about the debt he owes to Rick Steadman, whom he has never met but who saved his life in Vietnam He has written to Rick to say that, as long as he is alive, "you will have somebody on Earth who will do anything for you"—so Willum is delighted when Rick shows up unexpectedly at his apartment But, his delight soon fades as Rick stays on and on, his continued presence leading to one uproarious incident after another, until the normally placid Willum finds himself contemplating violence—a dire development which is staved off by the surprising ending]]>

Blue Blanket Improv's Comedy Show

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Blue Blanket Improv

http://www.BlueBlanketImprov.com

Admission: Adults $10 Youth (12 and under) $5

650-712-0718

BlueBlanketImprov@hotmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/221804

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Doors 7:30pm&nbsp; Show

In this fun comedy show for the entire family, no performance is ever the same Each is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions!]]>

Blue Box Bash Center Stage - Gala Evening

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $250

408-367-7298

Start Time(s): 5:30pm-11pm

Entertainment includes the performance Richard Glazier Salutes the American Popular Song, a musical tour of the 20th century by award-winning pianist and master story-teller Richard Glazier (wwwrichardglaziercom) Dancing on Stage will feature Touch of Class (wwwtocbandnet) Contact Joel Nelson (joel@joelnelsoncom) Touch of Class is a ten-piece high energy show band, and a versatile singing group that performs R&B/Funk, Oldies and Standards There will also be live and silent auctions Attire is fancy and dancy Benefiting: San Jose Rep and our Education and Outreach programs   Presented by: San Jose Repertory Theatre Volunteer Group: Act Too   Act Too Chair: Holly Walter (510) 656-0459   Gala Chair: Andria de Witt (408) 283-0422]]>

Timothy James - Magician

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

San Jose Public Library System

http://www.sjpl.org/event/timothy-james-magic-0

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Library - 150 E San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-808-2000

Start Time(s): 3pm

Bring the whole family for the magic of Timothy James Combining a freshly roasted blend of magic and comedy, Timothy James transforms ordinary gatherings into unforgettable experiences His performances create a fun, upbeat atmosphere You'll never look at garbage cans and toasters the same way again!]]>

Gotta Dance IV - Dance Concert

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Esprit de la Danse

http://www.flintcenter.com/show_info.html

Flint Center for the Performing Arts - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $20 Free for children under 3

800-745-3000

http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=flint+center

Start Time(s): 7pm

This year is owner-director Gay Lynn Powell's 40th anniversary annual student presentation at Esprit de la Danse The title of this year's show, Gotta Dance IV, recognizes four decades of dance and will present dances utilizing songs and themes to represent all of Gay's 39 previous recitals, with such favorites as Thank Heaven for Little Girls, Maidens Typical of France/Can-Can, Little Shop of Horrors, Summer Breeze, and much, much more Esprit de la Danse has specialized in children's dance instruction in the community since 1967, with classes offered in Ballet, Tap, and Jazz for boys and girls ages four through high school, as well as a Tap class for adult novice and beginner level dancers]]>

Impressions - Dance Recital

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Studio 10 Dance

http://www.cityofcampbell.com/heritagetheatre/events.htm

Heritage Theatre - 1 W Campbell Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $2650

408-866-2700

BoxOffice@cityofcampbell.com

http://www.cityofcampbell.com/heritagetheatre/events.htm

Start Time(s): 5pm

This dance recital feature the students of Studio 10 Dance Studio 10 Dance has been proud to present its unique and complete dance program since 1989, under the direction of Keith Banks With exceptionally talented instructors, it provides classes designed to build self-confidence, self-expression, and motivation while working hard and having fun  Come see the product of all their hard work!]]>

Ghostlight Tango - Vintage Social Dance Performance

06-08-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Academy of Danse Libre

http://danselibre.org/show2012.html

Cubberley Community Center Theatre - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $15 at the door $12 in advance and for students/seniors General admission

650-336-5543

http://danselibre.org/show2012.html

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: Doors open at 7:30pm; Show starts at 8pm

A story of intrigue showcasing dances of the Victorian era through the 1920s in formal period attire Also featuring performances by Swing Cats Rhythm Revue "Ghostlight Tango" will be the seventh theatrical historical dance show produced by the Academy of Danse Libre This big show only happens every 2-3 years Buy discounted tickets now before the show sells out! Founded in 1996, the Academy of Danse Libre is a Mountain View based 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the lively exhibition of and education about vintage social dance by bringing to life the history of dance, music, dress, and mannerisms of the Victorian era through the early 20th century During the past 16 years, Danse Libre has performed from California to the Smithsonian Institute, Paris, and Prague]]>

Comedy Night featuring Comedy Sportz

06-09-2012 - 06-09-2012

6

Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley

http://www.siliconvalleyjcc.org/

Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley - 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: Adults are $20 and kids are $10 per ticket

408-357-7497

Jason@svjcc.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Do you like Whose Line Is It Anyway? Do you like to laugh? ComedySportz is the award-winning interactive comedy show where two teams of "act-letes" compete for audience laughs and points while improvising scenes, games, operas and musicals based on your suggestions The audience is always a part of the show, voting for the winners and sometimes even winding up on stage Sales from the show will benefit the JCC Teen Department and the Arts & Cultural Department]]>

One in Eleven Breathless Aphorisms on Love Divine - Indian Music and Dance

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

Chinmaya Mission San Jose

http://www.chinmaya-sanjose.org/new/OneinEleven.shtml

Flint Center for the Performing Arts - 21250 Stevens Creek Boulevard Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: $20-$100

800-745 3000

sanjay@saphirus.com

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Chinmaya-Mission-San-Jose-One-In-Eleven-tickets/artist/1693275

Start Time(s): 3:15pm&nbsp; Coffee Hour 4pm&nbsp; Seating

The famous eleven attitudes of devotion, with which you generally notice seekers progressing to the highest experiences in the spiritual world, is the theme of this event The presentation is a rare opportunity to witness the unique blend of ancient classical and folk art forms of India including Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Kuchipudi, Mohiniattam, Odissi, and raas Garba by professional artists from the Bay Area Come enjoy and discover the divine art of true love Listen and dance to the divine ecstasy that lives deep within each of person]]>

Two's Company with Vicki Lewis and Joan Ryan - Musical Revue

06-10-2012 - 06-10-2012

Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $17-$27

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): 2pm

You'll remember Vicki Lewis from Gypsy, NewsRadio, The Today Show, Chicago, Funny Girl, and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying You'll remember Joan Ryan from Ruthless!, The Young and the Restless, Nunsense, City of Angels, Footloose, and Little Shop of Horrors Now, the two stars of Broadway and television team up for an amazing afternoon of show-stopping duets by the greats: Carol Burnett, Julie Andrews, Barbra Streisand, Judy Garland, Bette Midler, Liza Minnelli, and more]]>

Jim Jefferies

06-08-2012 - 06-10-2012

6

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $20 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm, 10pm Sat: 7pm, 9pm Sun: 7pm

Australian born Jim Jefferies is a headline performer everywhere from America and Canada to Asia, South Africa, Europe and the United Kingdom Regarded as one of the fastest rising stars in the comedy world, his shockingly charming style has made him one of the most sought after comics on the world stage Jim gets away with jokes that most comedians wouldn't touch due to his ability to both charm and offend the crowd with equal measures]]>

Performance Fusion

06-01-2012 - 06-10-2012

CSUEB Theatre and Dance Department

http://www20.csueastbay.edu/class/departments/theatre/performances.html

Cal State University East Bay - 25800 Carlos Bee Avenue Hayward CA 94542

Admission: $5-$15 Park in Lot K for University Theatre events

510-885-3118

tickets@csueastbay.edu

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun 6/10: 2pm

Each year a new group of advanced students light up their imaginations to create what they call Fusion Come see this special collection of short plays, performance art, dance, and dance theatre This production is being staged in the University Theatre on CSUEB's campus]]>

Mary Poppins

05-29-2012 - 06-10-2012

6

Broadway San Jose

http://www.broadwaysanjose.com

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $20-$88

866-395-2929

http://www.broadwaysanjose.com

Start Time(s): Tues-Thurs: 7:30pm Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm, 8pm Sun: 1pm, 6pm

Mary Poppins is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!” Featuring the irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, Mary Popins is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show  ]]>

Disney's The Jungle Book Kids

06-08-2012 - 06-10-2012

6

Roberta Jones Junior Theatre

http://www.rjjt.org

Mary Louise Mello Auditorium - 969 Kiely Boulevard Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $5-$8 &nbsp;

408-615-3161

http://www.rjjt.org

Start Time(s): Fri: 7pm Sat, Sun: 2pm &nbsp;

The jungle is jumpin’ with jazz in this exciting Disney classic! Join Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and the gang as they swing their way through madcap adventures and thwart the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan Specially adapted from the beloved film, this musical includes favorite Disney tunes like The Bare Necessities, and I Wan’na Be Like You]]>

Craig Shoemaker

06-07-2012 - 06-10-2012

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $20-$30 Two-item minimum Ages 16+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm Fri: 7:30pm, 9:30pm Sat: 7pm, 9:30pm Sun: 7pm

From his days of being the "lunchroom entertainment" at the law firm where he worked to winning "Comedian of the Year" at the American Comedy Awards, Craig Shoemaker knows how to be funny Shoemaker played a lawyer on CBS's Family Law He co-starred in the Patrick Stewart film Safe House, and he portrayed a teacher in the box-office hit Scream 2 He wrote for ABC's Just the Ten of Us and Real Funny, and he starred in his own one-man show, Who's Your Daddy? He has two comedy CDs out, Craig Shoemaker Meets the Lovemaster and Son of the Lovemaster His movie, Lovemaster, which he wrote and starred in, was recently released on video]]>

The Knight of the Burning Pestle

05-25-2012 - 06-10-2012

6

Foothill College Theatre Arts Department

http://www.foothill.edu/theatre

Lohman Theatre - Foothill College - 12345 El Monte Road Los Altos CA 94022

Admission: Tickets to all Thursday performances are $8 Tickets are $16, general admission; $12, seniors, students and FHDA personnel; and $8, students with OwlCard and Foothill employees (discount available for in-person purchase only)

650-949-7360

http://www.foothill.edu/theatre

Start Time(s): Thurs:&nbsp;7:30pm Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm* *No show 5/27

The Foothill College Theatre Arts Department will stage The Knight of the Burning Pestle, a mashup of 17th century satire written by Francis Beaumont Directed by Foothill College Theatre Arts Instructor Tom Gough, MFA, the story has been adapted for the stage by Gough, William R James, DMA, and Lauren T Mack, MFA Foothill's production of The Knight of the Burning Pestle reveals what happens when an uncouth grocer brings his family and apprentices to the theatre to see a show, and the group is collectively disappointed by the uninspiring performance As a result, the grocer storms the stage and takes the production hostage, demanding to see a play featuring his apprentice in the starring role This delectable mashup of 17th century nonsense leaves few targets untouched by its searing satire This unique, outrageous, slightly bawdy and raucous farce burns everything from the Don Quixote legend to familiar Bible stories to social class divisions to the theatre itself The Knight of the Burning Pestle features Jim Johnson of Redwood City as George the Grocer; Lori Grass of Portola Valley as Nell the Grocer's Wife; and Joshua Messick of Palo Alto as Rafe the Grocer's Apprentice The show also stars Warren Wernick of Belmont; Monica Ho and Gillian Kelleher of Cupertino; Nikki Fathi of Los Altos; Barbara Goodkind, Lauren Goodkind and Emily Ota of Menlo Park; Katie Ruppert of Millbrae; Sarah Kishler and Joshua Krumbein of Mountain View; Inga Manasnerob of Palo Alto; Nathan Lindley and Fabienne Miskelly of Redwood City; Ivette Deltoro, Nick Madracchia, Megan McNulty, Mason Nguyen, Erin Southard, Samantha Stidham and Michael Weiland of San Jose; Taylor Sanders of San Mateo; Mark Merman of Santa Clara; and Jacob Marker and Pratiksha Shah of Sunnyvale The production includes scenic design by Carlos Aceves and Thomas Weaver, costume design by Julie Engelbrecht, lighting design by Streven Mandoli, and technical direction by Bruce McLeod Parking Lot 8 provides stair and no-stair access to the theatre Patrons must purchase the required campus parking permit for $3 Purchase permit online at wwwfoothilledu/theatre or at dispensers in any student lot Dispensers accept one-dollar bills and quarters Foothill College is located off I-280 on El Monte Road in Los Altos Hills]]>

The Koonzy Paddle

06-01-2012 - 06-10-2012

Chamber Productions & Spotlite Stage Company

http://www.thekoonzypaddle.com

Hal Todd Theatre - San Jose State University - 5th Street & San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95192

Admission: Opening Night $25 Friday and Saturday evenings $25 (Student/Senior $15) Thursday Evening $20 (Student/Senior $15) Sunday Matinees $15 (Student/Senior $10)

408-400-3818

koonzy.tix@comcast.net

http://www.thekoonzypaddle.com

Start Time(s): Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat: 7pm Sun: 3pm

The Koonzy Paddle is a bare-knuckled story about two salty, conflicted brothers, Lyle and Darryl Driggers Darryl -- long after his divorce and in the grip of resurgent alcoholism -- marries a young woman he has met through an internet mail order bride service When his new wife betrays him, trouble ensues, and Darryl escapes to the home of his brother and sister-in-law With the arrival of his vindictive daughter, their lives become a turmoil of comic conflict that awakens memories of sibling grudges and a poignant past, causing the brothers to engage in their ludicrous childhood ritual of "gettin' even" This humorous play is being co-produced by Spotlite Stage Company and Chamber Productions in association with the SJSU Alumni Association's Alumni Outreach Campaign The entire cast and crew are comprised of current students and alumni from SJSU's Theatre Department and is a "Tribute" to the late Theatre Department Chairman, Dr Hal J Todd It was co-directed by Erica Schwehr and it features Steve Trinwith, Wendy Howard-Benham, Stephanie Marsh Ballard and Wes Finlay]]>

Cash Levy

06-07-2012 - 06-10-2012

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $13-$19 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm Fri: 9pm Sat: 8pm, 10:30pm Sun: 8pm

Cash has entertained to sold out comedy clubs throughout the country Internationally, Cash has performed for United States troops all over the world, from Afghanistan to Singapore Cash is known as one of the finest improvisers in the country He uses this skill to interact with the audience--whether in a club or in front of a corporate crowd, Cash has a rare ability to play off the crowd Cash Levy has appeared numerous times on Comedy Central, Fox, NBC, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson on CBS and Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen He can be heard daily on XM and Sirius Radio, and has been heard on The Bob and Tom Show]]>

Rigoletto - Opera on Film, Encore Screening

06-12-2012 - 06-12-2012

2

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

A classic of opera, Verdi's famous score is loved for its melody and its drama David McVicar's immensely popular production, in period costume and with music conducted by John Eliot Gardiner, brings the 15th century court of Mantua alive: its womanizing Duke, the court jester Rigoletto bent on revenge, and his daughter Gilda, who the Duke loves but still destroys Based on Le Roi s'amuse, Victor Hugo's controversial play, Verdi's sexually charged 1851 tragedy was undeniably shocking when it first appeared, but has emerged triumphant from transposition to different times and locations]]>

Magic Show with Perry Yan

06-12-2012 - 06-12-2012

2

San Jose Public Library System

http://www.sjpl.org/event/magic-show-perry-yan-9

Cambrian Branch Library - 1780 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: Free

408-808-3080

cb.sjpl@sjlibrary.org

Start Time(s): 2pm

Bring the whole family for a great show with Perry Yan that will include comedy, audience participation, music and, of course, magic! This event is made possible thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library]]>

Anna Bolena - The Met Encore Screening (Redwood City)

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Come enjoy an encore performance of Donizetti's Anna Bolena Anna Netrebko opened the Met's 2011-12 season with her portrayal of the ill-fated queen driven insane by her unfaithful king, singing one of opera's greatest mad scenes David McVicar's Met premiere production also stars Ekaterina Gubanova as her rival, Jane Seymour, and Ildar Abdrazakov as Henry VIII Marco Armiliato conducts the performance]]>

Anna Bolena - The Met Encore Screening (San Mateo)

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Come enjoy an encore performance of Donizetti's Anna Bolena Anna Netrebko opened the Met's 2011-12 season with her portrayal of the ill-fated queen driven insane by her unfaithful king, singing one of opera's greatest mad scenes David McVicar's Met premiere production also stars Ekaterina Gubanova as her rival, Jane Seymour, and Ildar Abdrazakov as Henry VIII Marco Armiliato conducts the performance]]>

Unfiltered Underground Comedy Showcase

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

3

Improv Comedy Club

http://www.improv.com/ComedyClub/SanJose/Calendar

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission:

408-280-7475

http://www.improv.com/ComedyClub/sanjose/Calendar

Start Time(s):

The San Jose Improv presents Unfiltered Underground, an eclectic underground comedy showcase Host Butch Escobar presents the Bay Area's top stand-ups, musical comedians, spoken word artists, and more]]>

Monthly Seniors Classics Dance Party

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

3

Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Boogie Woogie Ballroom - 551 Foster City Boulevard, Suite G Foster City CA

Admission: $5

650-627-4854

Start Time(s): 1:30pm-4pm

On the 2nd Wednesday of the month, we have a Seniors Classics Dance Party From 1:30pm-2pm will be an Advanced Beginner level lesson with Ylva From 2pm-4pm, enjoy a Dance Party The music mix will include all Ballroom, all Latin, Club and Social dance music Come meet up with good friends and enjoy an afternoon of dance and socializing! Each month, a different lesson will be taught This month is Foxtrot]]>

One Direction Concert - SOLD OUT

06-13-2012 - 06-13-2012

2

Live Nation

http://www.union.sjsu.edu/ec/upcoming/

San Jose State Event Center Arena - 290 S 7th Street San Jose CA 95192-0201

Admission: $2950-$5950

800-745-3000

http://www.union.sjsu.edu/ec/upcoming/

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

One Direction mania comes to SJSU on their first-ever North American Tour Presented by Live Nation, this concert is now SOLD OUT Doors open at 6:30pm]]>

Brad Upton and Myles Weber - Comedy at Firehouse Arts Series

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

4

Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $15

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Vallejo's Myles Weber, "one of the most engaging working comics in the Bay Area," opens for much sought-after performer Brad Upton Upton mocks subjects from twenty-somethings to long-term marriage to current events, packing more laughs into his show than would ever seem possible The Seattle Times wrote, "Brad Upton has mastered the nearly impossible task of appealing to people from the ages of 18 to 80" Laugh your way to the end of the week with Myles and Brad!]]>

Eat Your Heart Out Joan Rivers - Songs and Comedy by Lynn Ruth Miller

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

4

Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/calendar.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10 Plus dinner or two item minimum Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ticket_portal.htm

Start Time(s): Show: 8pm Dinner seating begins: 7pm

Lynn Ruth Miller is coming to Redwood City to share the original songs and outrageous comedy that made her an international cabaret comedian She hit the headlines in Edinburgh, Scotland when she jumped out of a cake (almost) and removed her clothes (not quite) in front of the castle Now she is a legend who wraps eager fans in spandex to prove that aging is amazing with her off-key cabaret show glorifying old age and reveling in the disasters it brings to the human form and the feminine mystique This is musical comedy at its worst, proving that even though your body parts drop to your ankles, they still can move with enough zest to raise an eyebrow if nothing else There will also be glorious songs with guest The One and Only Heather Klein]]>

KO Comedy

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

4

Improv Comedy Club

http://www.improv.com/ComedyClub/SanJose/Calendar

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $12 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://www.improv.com/ComedyClub/sanjose/Calendar

Start Time(s): 8pm

A Lebanese American born in Oakland, Sammy K Obeid double majored at UC Berkeley to prepare for a career in comedy A professional, nationally-touring comedian at 27, Sammy's style has been described as "refreshingly intelligent," "hopeful and inspiring," and "a youthful perspective that reaches all ages" Recently placing in the top three of the San Francisco International Comedy Competition amongst veteran comedians of fifteen years or more, Sammy's four years in comedy have proven explosive Sammy is the youngest member of the national touring troupe, CoExist Comedy, the founder of his own comedy group and enterprise, KO Comedy, as well as the first comedian ever to appear on the Food Network telling jokes Paul Brumbaugh is a single father with four children all in their teenage years It's no wonder that he is on the stage of life that is comedy Check out his un-barred view of the crazy world everyone lives in today He's best known for his podcast, The Edge of Insanity, where Brumbaugh's humor and unique perspective on the local comedy scene along with a variety of interesting guests will keep you on the edge of your seat wondering where they may go next]]>

The Tempest (Stratford Shakespeare Festival) - Special Screening, Redwood City

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

4

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 7pm

Come enjoy a movie theater showing of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's critically acclaimed production of The Tempest, starring Academy Award Winner Christopher Plummer The Tempest pits the desire for revenge against the demands of love and asks if man is capable of creating a brave new world The story focuses on Prospero, portrayed by Christopher Plummer, the banished Duke of Milan Marooned on a distant island with his daughter, Miranda, Prospero has spent twelve years perfecting his magic arts Now, with the help of the spirit Ariel, he raises a storm at sea bringing within his grasp the enemies who robbed him of his dukedom Captured live over two days at the legendary Stratford Shakespeare Festival in Canada, this not-to-be-missed theatrical event also features a post-screening question and answer session, captured live in New York with Christopher Plummer and director Des McAnuff, hosted by producer Barry Avrich]]>

LOL Comedy Show Starring Hannibal Thompson

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

4

No Excuses Entertainment Group

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Club Fox - 2209 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10-$15 Ages 21+

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 8pm 7pm&nbsp; Doors

Hannibal Thompson has been pursuing his dream of becoming a comedic actor since he was a young boy He's been performing and studying acting, drama, sketch, and stand-up comedy since he was eight years old The California native has worked with such comedy heavyweights as Mark Curry, Sinbad, and Bill Bellamy and graced the stage at clubs all over the West Coast, including Los Angeles' historic Comedy Store, San Francisco's Purple Onion, and the San Jose Improv]]>

The Tempest (Stratford Shakespeare Festival) - Special Screening, San Mateo

06-14-2012 - 06-14-2012

4

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 7pm

Come enjoy a movie theater showing of the Stratford Shakespeare Festival's critically acclaimed production of The Tempest, starring Academy Award Winner Christopher Plummer The Tempest pits the desire for revenge against the demands of love and asks if man is capable of creating a brave new world The story focuses on Prospero, portrayed by Christopher Plummer, the banished Duke of Milan Marooned on a distant island with his daughter, Miranda, Prospero has spent twelve years perfecting his magic arts Now, with the help of the spirit Ariel, he raises a storm at sea bringing within his grasp the enemies who robbed him of his dukedom Captured live over two days at the legendary Stratford Shakespeare Festival in Canada, this not-to-be-missed theatrical event also features a post-screening question and answer session, captured live in New York with Christopher Plummer and director Des McAnuff, hosted by producer Barry Avrich]]>

Hard Salsa - Dance Party

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

5

Fox Theatre

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Club Fox - 2209 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10 Ages 21+

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 9pm

Come and dance the night away! DJs Willie and Rulas will play mostly Salsa with breaks of Bachata, Merengue, and Cha Cha Cha]]>

Friday at the Theatre for Kids

06-15-2012 - 06-15-2012

Portola Valley Theatre Conservatory

http://www.pvtc-ca.org/Fridays_at_the_Theatre.html

Valley Presbyterian Church - 945 Portola Road Portola Valley CA 94028

Admission: $50 1st child in family $25 each additional child in family

events@pvtc-ca.org

Start Time(s): 5pm (Earliest) Drop-Off 10pm (Latest) Pick-Up

Kids, this is your chance to send your parents out for a date night and play! Parents, this is better than a baby sitter! Kids get to play some favorite theatre games with Portola Valley Conservatory Theatre teachers, then get comfy and watch a classic movie musical on the big screen while eating yummy food!]]>

Death of a Salesman

05-18-2012 - 06-16-2012

6

Broadway West Theatre Company

http://www.broadwaywest.org/index.html

Broadway West Theatre - 4000-B Bay Street Fremont CA 94538

Admission: $15-$23

510-683-9218

http://www.broadwaywest.org

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 1pm

Willy Loman is a failing salesman, who cannot understand how he failed to win success and happiness In his last days, he experiences a series of tragic, soul-searching revelations of the life he lived with his wife, sons and business associates We discover how his quest for the “American Dream” kept him blind to the people who truly loved him This play is a deep and revealing story that remains one of the most profound classic dramas of the American theatre]]>

The Little Mermaid - Dance Action Performance

06-15-2012 - 06-16-2012

6

Action Day Primary Plus

http://actiondayprimaryplus.com/

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $15-$20

408-792-4111

http://www.sjtix.com/

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 7pm

Action Day Primary Plus' award-winning dance program, Dance Action, is for children ages 2 and up This year's annual performance is The Little Mermaid In addition to dance, it also includes tumbling and karate]]>

The Clean House

05-24-2012 - 06-16-2012

6

Bus Barn Stage Company

http://www.busbarn.org/

Bus Barn Theater - 97 Hillview Avenue Los Altos CA 94022

Admission: $24-$30

650-941-0551

http://www.busbarn.org/

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm -plus- Weds 6/6, 6/13: 7:30pm Sun 6/3: 3pm Sun 6/10: 7pm

Set in a "metaphysical Connecticut", a married couple who are both doctors have hired a housekeeper named Matilde, an aspiring comedian from Brazil who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in housecleaning This theatrical and wildly funny play is a whimsical and poignant look at class, comedy and the true nature of love This extraordinary new play, by an exciting new voice in the American drama, was runner-up for the Pulitzer Prize Advisory: Contains adult themes and language]]>

Lincoln Performing Arts Coalition Alumni Benefit Cabaret - In Concert

06-16-2012 - 06-16-2012

6

Lincoln Performing Arts Coalition

http://www.lincolnperformingarts.com

Lincoln Black Box Theatre - 555 Dana Avenue San Jose CA 95126

Admission: $40-$50

408-676-7469

http://www.lincolnperformingarts.com

Start Time(s): 2pm &amp; 8pm

Join Lincoln Alumni as they bring Cabaret to the Lincoln Stage for a one-weekend concert staged production to raise funds for the Lincoln Performing Arts Coalition in their efforts to keep all performing arts classes at Lincoln staffed The scene is a night club in Berlin, as the 1920s are drawing to a close The Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience to the show and assures them that, whatever their troubles, they will forget them at the Cabaret History is in the process of being made]]>

John Witherspoon

06-14-2012 - 06-16-2012

6

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $20-$35 Two-item minimum Ages 17+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm Fri: 7:30pm, 9:30pm Sat: 7pm, 9:30pm

You probably remember John Witherspoon as Ice Cube's (Craig's) outrageously funny, dog-catching dad in New Line Cinema's smash urban trilogy Friday, Next Friday, and Friday After Next He is also well known as "Pops" on the long-running, syndicated sitcom The Wayans Brothers and as Spoon on NBC's The Tracy Morgan Show One thing is for sure: once you've seen Witherspoon, you completely understand why he has earned the reputation as one of America's funniest dads His scene-stealing roles in Boomerang, Little Nicky, House Party, and Vampire in Brooklyn made him one of the most memorable funny men in America Witherspoon's work span over four decades to include blockbuster movies, hit-television shows, commercials, and top-rated music videos]]>

Dad's Day on the Farm with The Banana Slug String Band

06-17-2012 - 06-17-2012

Hidden Villa

http://www.hiddenvilla.org

Hidden Villa - 26870 Moody Road Los Altos Hills CA 94022

Admission: $15 Free for children under 2

650-949-8650

info@hiddenvilla.org

http://www.hiddenvilla.org/calendar/

Start Time(s): 5:30pm-7:30pm

Treat your dad to an outdoor musical adventure! The Slugs are truly one of a kind--what else can you say about four guys dressed as enormous sea critters? Funny, warm, and whip smart, they spin a subtle environmental message as they blend great music, theater, puppetry, and tons of audience participation You won't be sitting on your behind for long as they get you on your feet, doing the daring Dad Dance Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or lawn chairs, come early and stroll around the farm to say hey to the sheep There will be two 45-minute sets of great music]]>

Greek Music, Food & Wine Festival

06-17-2012 - 06-17-2012

Hellenic Heritage Institute

http://www.historysanjose.org/wp/events/hellenic-heritage-10th-anniversary/

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $5 Donation Free for kids 12 and under

408-247-4685

Start Time(s): 11am-8pm

The Hellenic Heritage Institute celebrates its 10th anniversary with a Greek music and wine festival Treat your father to a very Special Father’s Day Outing! Enjoy the Live Music, Wine Tasting Booth, Children’s Activities, and of course, Greek Food, Drinks & Pastries]]>

Bill Burr

06-15-2012 - 06-17-2012

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $25 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm, 10pm Sat: 7pm, 9pm Sun: 7pm

Bill Burr is an American comedian or a comedian from the North American Union, depending on when you read this He grew up outside of Boston, Massachusetts and did fairly poorly in school, despite the fact that he applied himself Having first gained notoriety for his recurring role on the second season of Chappelle's Show, Bill developed a comedic style of uninformed logic that has made him a regular with Letterman, Conan O'Brien, and Jimmy Fallon In the near future Bill hopes to get married and have some kids, but until then, he will continue to spend most of his mid-afternoons sitting in his sweatpants learning AC/DC songs on his SG Bill is against organized religion and believes we should go back to the gold standard for our currency None of his opinions are based on any sort of reliable information He tends to go with his first thought, because reading makes him sleepy]]>

Wonderful World by Richard Dresser

05-24-2012 - 06-17-2012

Dragon Productions Theatre Company

http://www.dragonproductions.net

Dragon Theatre - 535 Alma Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $16-$30

800-838-3006

tickets@dragonproductions.net

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/196178

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Max has a serious in-law problem An apparently happy family hurtles to the brink of despair in this hilariously twisted comedy about two brothers, Max and Barry Feeling slighted by Max and his girlfriend, Barry's wife embarks on a scorched-earth policy of truth-telling Wonderful World probes the subterranean truths of an American family and ultimately affirms the mysterious and powerful bonds that hold a family together]]>

In the Next Room

05-17-2012 - 06-17-2012

6

City Lights Theater Company

http://cltc.org/our-season/our-season-subpage/

City Lights Theater - 529 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $15-$35

408-295-4200

tickets@cltc.org

https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?w=6c3ec8837c653fcd181f230c1d5afd9a&t=tix

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun (5/27)*: 7pm Sun (6/3, 6/10, 6/17): 2pm *No show 5/20

The vibrator was used as a therapeutic device? Step back into the 1880's--the dawning of the electric age--when Victorian physicians used the vibrator as a treatment for "hysteria" Truth is stranger than fiction, and fiction yields surprising truths, in this provocative, touching, and wickedly funny exploration of archaic, repressive, and still all-too-prevalent attitudes about women, about marriage, about desire, and about love Unimagined ignorance is spun into comic gold this season at City Lights!]]>

Natana Arpana An Offering of Dance

06-17-2012 - 06-17-2012

Abhinaya Dance Company

http://abhinaya.org/

Cubberley Community Center Theatre - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $12 for one ticket $10 each for 2 or more tickets

408-871-5959

abdanceco@gmail.com

https://mycity.sulekha.com/natana-arpana-an-offering-of-dance-by-students-of-abhinaya-dance-company_buy_609512

Start Time(s): 4pm

Come enjoy a fundraiser for Shiva Murugan Temple by Abhinaya Dance Company students]]>

Butch Bradley

06-14-2012 - 06-17-2012

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $13 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm Fri: 9pm Sat: 8pm, 10:30pm Sun: 8pm

Butch Bradley is an energetic comedian who hails from Atlantic City With his constant manic energy, Butch Bradley doesn't just warm-up an audience, he sets them on fire Butch started his comedy career as a founding member of the Boston Improv troupe The ID, headlining at the national improv festival in Minneapolis Increasing attention spurred his solo stand-up career, and Butch now works all over the country! Bradley's dynamic, upbeat humor and fast-witted improv make him popular and keep his audience howling for more Raised by a single mom who worked as casino manager in the heart of Atlantic City, Butch was inspired by and exposed to comedy greats like Rodney Dangerfield, Don Rickles, and George Carlin Bradley's likeability leaves an audience feeling like they just hung out with an old friend]]>

Doug Benson

06-16-2012 - 06-17-2012

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $20 Two-item minimum Ages 16+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 4:20pm

Doug Benson has appeared on Comedy Central Presents, Best Week Ever, and was a contestant on Last Comic Standing in the show's fifth season In 2008, he starred in the film Super High Me, a documentary about marijuana usage Benson also currently hosts the popular Doug Loves Movies podcast His Comedy Central series The Benson Interruption ended its first season in December 2010]]>

Bill W and Dr Bob A Free Forum Discussing the Play - Insight Night

06-18-2012 - 06-18-2012

1

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com/education/insightnight/index.php

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Free RSVP by phone or email is requested

408-367-7255

boxoffice@sjrep.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

From conception to casting, San Jose Rep's free Insight Nights offer a rare glimpse into the building of a production Join Artistic Director Rick Lombardo and other artists and local experts as they share insights into the themes and creative process of upcoming productions These lively and thought-provoking discussions are always entertaining, often full of surprises, and are free It's guaranteed to be an insightful evening! Tonight's discussion focuses on Bill W and Dr Bob]]>

Monday Night Live! - Sketch Comedy Show

06-18-2012 - 06-18-2012

1

San Jose Stage Company

http://www.thestage.org

San Jose Stage Theater - 490 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $60-$100

(408) 283-7142

boxoffice@thestage.org

http://www.thestage.org

Start Time(s): 6pm&nbsp; Reception 8pm&nbsp; Show

Somewhat live from San Jose, it's Monday Night Live! Roll out the Red Carpet for San Jose Stage Company's Nineteenth Annual Fundraiser The event includes a catered reception and is a side-splitting evening of live sketch comedy that lampoons--and stars--some of San Jose's most prominent politicians and business people This year's Guest Host is San Jose Councilmember Nancy Pyle with Special Guest City of San Jose Director of Planning, Building and Code Enforcement Joe Horwedel Guest hosts from previous years include Mayor Chuck Reed (who has hosted twice), former Mayors Ron Gonzales, Susan Hammer and Tom McEnery, Sheriff Laurie Smith, Councilmember Pete Constant, former Councilmembers Cindy Chavez, Margie Matthews, Charlotte Powers and Forrest Williams, Santa Clara County Supervisors Dave Cortese and George Shirakawa Jr, former Santa Clara County District Attorney Dolores Carr, California State Assembly Members James Beall and Nora Campos and Building Trades Council CEO Neil Struthers]]>

English Country Dance - 1st, 3rd, 5th Tuesdays

03-20-2012 - 06-19-2012

2

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/english/peninsula/

All Saints Episcopal Church - 555 Waverly Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$9

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 1st, 3rd, 5th Tues of month: 7:30pm-9:30pm

Peninsula English Country Dance meets on the first, third, and fifth Tuesdays All dancers are invited to come and join the fun Beginners are always welcome English Country Dance is fun, relatively easy, community-oriented dancing with live music All dances are taught, and beginners are encouraged to participate No partner is required No special dress is required, but please wear comfortable clothes and clean, soft-soled shoes Dances are taught by experienced callers Wonderful live music is provided by Bill Jensen, Stan Kramer, and guests An online calendar of callers and musicians can be found at the Official Website]]>

Dancing Through the Decades - Dance Recital

06-19-2012 - 06-19-2012

2

Dance Effects

http://www.cityofcampbell.com/heritagetheatre/events.htm

Heritage Theatre - 1 W Campbell Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $18

408-866-2700

BoxOffice@cityofcampbell.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Dance Effects annual end-of-year performance is sure to be a hit! Join them as they take you back in time, dancing to music from the 20's to Today They'll be dancing to the beats of popular artists such as Marilyn Monroe, Elvis, The Beatles, Madonna, Lady Gaga, and many more]]>

Le Comte Ory - The Met Encore Screening (Redwood City)

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Bel canto sensation Juan Diego Florez sings the title role of this vocally dazzling comedy, Le Comte Ory, in Bartlett Sher's Met premiere production Joyce DiDonato stars in the trouser role of the page Isolier, who vies with Count Ory for the love of Countess Adele, sung by Diana Damrau]]>

Le Comte Ory - The Met Encore Screening (San Mateo)

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Bel canto sensation Juan Diego Florez sings the title role of this vocally dazzling comedy, Le Comte Ory, in Bartlett Sher's Met premiere production Joyce DiDonato stars in the trouser role of the page Isolier, who vies with Count Ory for the love of Countess Adele, sung by Diana Damrau]]>

Big Al's Comedy Show

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

3

Improv Comedy Club

http://www.improv.com/ComedyClub/SanJose/Calendar

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission:

408-280-7475

http://www.improv.com/ComedyClub/SanJose/Calendar

Start Time(s): 8pm

Big Al's Comedy Show originated in the Bay Area, produced by the likeably funny Big Al Gonzales The show features the best in Latino/Alternative comedy, seven years running Big Al's show has become one of the hottest in the Northern California comedy scene Big Al started his comedy career doing improvisational comedy His troupe (Big City Improv) was noted as Best Of The Bay 2002, after which he broke away and went solo, doing stand-up comedy He has performed on radio and television, and now performs monthly live shows from San Jose to Sacramento]]>

Dan Chan the Magic Man & Kat the Acrobat

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

3

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/338

Belmont Library - 1110 Alameda de las Pulgas Belmont CA 94002

Admission: Free

650-591-8286

Start Time(s): 7pm

This amazing duo will knock your socks off with their astounding tricks! Dan Chan the Magic Man and Kat the Acrobat present a high-energy variety show The show engages and excites with magic, illusions, comedy, rapid costume changes, juggling, escapes, and unique stunts to create the ultimate variety show]]>

The Golden Armadillo - Puppet Theatre

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

3

Magical Moonshine Theatre

http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/library/programs-events-child.html

Pleasanton Public Library - 400 Old Bernal Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: Free - tickets issued 30 minutes before the show

925-931-3400 ex8

Start Time(s): 11am

Set in old Mexico, The Golden Armadillo tells the tale of the Mayor's daughter who never smiled--that is until she saw the most amazing and hilarious sight! Audience members help with the puppets, play parts, and "get dramatic" in Spanish and English--right on the spot!]]>

The Evolution of Comedy Tour

06-20-2012 - 06-20-2012

3

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $1250 Ages 21+

408-736-0921

http://theevolutionofcomedy.com/index.cfm

Start Time(s): 8pm

The Evolution of Comedy Tour features Ian Harris, Jason Resler, and Maurice Northup Ian Harris, originally a San Francisco comic, was a top headliner for years touring nationally, as well as a staple on the Los Angeles comedy scene He was on several Top 100 Comedians lists, ranking as high as #25, before moving into writing and directing films and music videos for the past six years For a father of two, a decorated veteran of Desert Storm, and an avid baseball fan, Jason Resler is often as dark as a comedian can be, with a sharp tongue and hard edge Jason has been headlining nationally for years and was ranked on Entertainment Journal's Top 100 comedians twice Jason can deliver dead-pan cynicism, one-liners, and harsh social commentary Born on a remote island, Maurice Northup traveled the world too young to appreciate it and gained wisdom too late to use it Relegated to the abyss of comedy, he is honored to be part of a project with veteran comics that are among the strongest cutting edge voices of reason and truth working clubs today]]>

Mad Hot Ballroom Class and Dance

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

5

Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $10 per person

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): 8pm-9pm&nbsp; Class 9pm-11pm&nbsp; Dance

Join Dance Spectrum for fun Friday night dancing Take class with Lerey and Rebecca, and then practice your dancing in the open dancing portions of the night while enjoying refreshments and much more]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session I

06-18-2012 - 06-22-2012

5

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $275 General Registration (Half-day option: $195, 9am-12pm) $225 Early Registration (Half-day option: $155, 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225525

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half day camp option and extended care available)

Dream Big!: one-week performing arts camp (June 18-22, 2012, Session I) This full-day camp provides your camper with a week of fabulous performing arts fun on the stage in Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Your camper will experience many aspects of stage performance focusing on playwriting, improvisation, music and movement, as well as a Final Showcase performance to include a staged mini-musical Camp is Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm (Extended Care is available at your request to jennifer@tabardtheatreorg) Space is limited Enrollment open to ages 6-14 A Final Showcase will be presented to parents and invited guests on the last day of camp at 2:30pm]]>

Noche Del Sol - Benefit Dinner Dance with Pete Escovedo's Latin Jazz Band

06-22-2012 - 06-22-2012

5

West Valley College Child Development Center

http://www.wvcpreschool.com

Avalon Nightclub - 777 Lawrence Expressway Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $75 VIP Dinner Dance $55 Dinner/Dance $40 Dance only

408-741-2409

lwijcik@aol.com

http://www.wvccdcgala.eventbrite.com

Start Time(s): 7pm&nbsp; Dinner 8:15pm&nbsp; Dance

Join us at the Avalon Nightclub in Santa Clara on June 22 at 7pm for Dinner Dance or at 8:15 for Dance only Pete Escovedo and his latin salsa jazz band will perform at 9 and 11pm The Cheryl Burke Dance Studio will offer salsa lessons at 8:30pm There will be a silent auction with fabulous gifts All proceeds to benefit the West Valley College Child Development Center Preschool]]>

Dia De San Juan - Puerto Rican Festival

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

6

Western Region Puerto Rican Council

http://www.historysanjose.org/wp/events/puerto-rican-festival/

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $30 $20 in advance

http://wrprc.ticketleap.com/dia-de-san-juan-puerto-rico-festival-2012/

Start Time(s): 11am-7pm

El “Dia De San Juan” Festival is a cultural event held each year by the Western Region Puerto Rican council This event brings together the Puerto Rican community, while uniting a host of diverse cultures and nationalities Its main purpose is to raise scholarships funds for students who want to pursue a higher education The event is filled with exciting entertainment for the entire family, offering Live Bands, Authentic Puerto Rican Food, Main Stage and Youth Stage entertainment This year’s featured entertainment: Michael Stuart, Orquesta Avance, Orquesta Saboricua, Trio Los Borincanos, Las Bomberas de la Bahia No outside food or beverages allowed No inappropriate-languaged clothing this is a family event Thank you! No in’s and out’s of the park]]>

Lynn Ruth Miller's Comedy Night

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

6

Pacifica Performances

http://www.pacificaperformances.org/concerts/concerts.php

Pacifica Center for the Arts - 1220 Linda Mar Boulevard Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: $12-$20

650-355-1882

info@pacificaperformances.org

http://www.pacificaperformances.org/concerts/concerts.php

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Get ready to laugh your socks off when the Dinosaurs of Comedy: Larry "Bubbles" Brown, Michael Meehan, and Steve Pearl bring a sum total of over 100 years of all-star performance history to The Mildred Owen Concert Hall, hosted by Pacifica's own funny lady, that Saber-Toothed Tiger of worn out wit, Lynn Ruth Miller Larry "Bubbles" Brown has appeared on over twenty-five television shows, including David Letterman His philosophy is "Expect the worst and you will never be disappointed" Michael Meehan's zany, surreal humor brought the house down on The Late, Late Show, Last Comic Standing, and The San Francisco Punch Line Steve Pearl is a true journeyman comic, who pushes the envelope of good taste and sanity He is frenetic, funny, and unbelievable Put them all together and the result is outrageous and totally original comedy hosted by the only woman who recalls the day the Dead Sea got sick]]>

Contra Dance featuring Notorious

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $6-$12

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm-11pm&nbsp; Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Notorious The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Almost, Maine

06-01-2012 - 06-23-2012

Coastal Repertory Theatre

http://www.coastalrep.com

Mel Mello Center for the Arts - 1167 Main Street Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Admission: $15-$30

650-569-3266

tickets@coastalrep.com

http://coastalrep.com/tickets/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

John Cariani brings a whimsical story of good people, doing good things, caught up in the complexities of love This offbeat comedy comprises vignettes exploring the joys and hazards of romance among quirky characters in the mythical town of Almost, Maine Odd and supernatural occurrences pepper the often hilarious scenes about discovering the magic and mysteries of love You will find that even in the frigid Northeast, love keeps people warm]]>

The Lion in Winter, by James Goldman

06-01-2012 - 06-23-2012

6

Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company

http://www.shadyshakes.org/season/lion.php

Historic Hoover Theatre - 1635 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95126

Admission: Opening Night Gala, June 1, $3500 General Admission $2500 Students and Seniors $1500 Children 17 and under accompanied by an adult are free!

408-264-3479

dinna@shadyshakes.org

http://www.shadyshakes.org/tickets.php

Start Time(s): Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 8pm Sunday at 2pm and 7pm

It’s Christmas 1183, and Henry II of England has gathered his family for the holidays He has temporarily released his estranged wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, from prison, and all of his sons have come home to see who their aging father will name as his successor Three princes and only one crown What's a loving father to do? The stage is set for family fireworks on a royal scale, combining taut drama, steamy romance, and sharp wit, as Henry and Eleanor make their legendary plays for power Directed by Dinna Myers]]>

1st Annual Summer Swagg Talent and Fashion Show

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

6

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $15-$25 Two-item minimum Ages 18+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): 1pm

Darlene Vines, CEO and Founder of Dvine Designs Clothing, was born and raised in San Jose Dvine Designs, featuring UGMX, is hosting their 1st Annual "Summer Swagg" Talent and Fashion Show Opening with a mouth dropping act, live performances by the talented artist and comedian JRed, a fashion show, and prize give aways--this will not be your ordinary fashion show It's a show with a twist you don't want to miss!]]>

All You Can Dance Day for Teens and Adults

06-23-2012 - 06-23-2012

6

Ariel Dance Productions

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Ariel Dance Studio - 2385 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $5

408-621-2790

info@arieldanceproductions.com

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Start Time(s): 10:15am-11:30am, Beginning/Intermediate Contemporary Dance 10:30am-11:45am, Beginning Hip Hop 11:30am-12:45pm, Show Choir (Sing &amp; Dance) 11:45am-1:00pm, Beginning Break Dance 12:45pm-2:00pm, Beginning/Intermediate Hip Hop 1:00pm-2:15pm, Beginning Tribal Belly Dance

If you are a beginner or an intermediate/advanced dancer, don't miss our "All You Can Dance Day" for just $5 These dance classes are perfect for teens and adults who want to have fun, burn calories and lose weight Classes include contemporary dance, hip hop, break dance, Tribal Belly Dance, and Show Choir (sing & dance) Space is limited, please call to reserve your spot]]>

Kumail Nanjiani

06-21-2012 - 06-24-2012

6

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17-$20 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm Fri: 8pm, 10pm Sat: 7pm, 9pm Sun: 7pm

Kumail Nanjiani is a tireless New York-based writer and performer who first gained attention for his critically acclaimed one-man show, Unpronounceable, a hilarious account of his growing up in a highly religious community in Pakistan and making his way to glamorous Iowa for engineering college before exploring standup in Chicago and New York In the past year, Kumail has appeared on Saturday Night Live, The Colbert Report, Kimmel, and Letterman, won two Excellence in Comedy New York City awards for best standup and one-man show, and was featured in both New York Magazine's "10 comedians to watch" feature as well as Variety's "10 comics to watch" Kumail is currently writing a pilot loosely based on his life for NBC and Conaco]]>

Lunatics - An Evening with Authors Dave Barry and Alan Zweibel

06-24-2012 - 06-24-2012

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/music-on-the-town-series/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $18-$30

650-223-8664

jlanducci@paloaltojcc.org

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/events/2012/06/24/cultural-arts/lunatics-an-evening-with-dave-barry-and-alan-zweibel/

Start Time(s): 8pm

One of them is a bestselling Pulitzer Prize-winning humorist The other is a winner of the Thurber Prize for American Humor Together, they formed a team of pure comic genius and wrote Lunatics Join them for an onstage conversation moderated by Sam Barry, Dave's brother and band-mate, and hear about their collaboration and the laughs along the way In Lunatics, Philip Horkman is a happy man He's the owner of a pet store called The Wine Shop and on Sundays a referee for kids' soccer Jeffrey Peckerman is the sole sane person in a world filled with jerks and morons, and he's having a really bad day The two are about to collide in a swiftly escalating series of events that will send them running for their lives, pursued by the police, soldiers, terrorists, subversives, bears, and a man dressed as Chuck E Cheese Where that all takes them you can't begin to guess, but the literary journey there is a masterpiece of inspiration and mayhem Dave Barry's recent bestselling books include his Peter Pan prequels, written with Ridley Pearson; Dave Barry's History of the Millennium (So Far); and I'll Mature When I'm Dead For twenty years, Dave has contributed to the "hard listening" music genre as lead guitarist for the all-author rock band, the Rock Bottom Remainders He lives in Coral Gables, Florida Alan Zweibel is one of the original Saturday Night Live writers He has won the Thurber Prize for his novel The Other Shulman, and multiple Emmy, Writers Guild of America, and TV Critics awards for his work in television, including It's Garry Shandling's Show, Monk, PBS's Great Performances, and Curb Your Enthusiasm He lives in Short Hills, New Jersey Moderator Sam Barry is the author of How to Play the Harmonica: and Other Life Lessons, co-author of Write That Book Already: the Tough Love You Need to Get Published Now, and contributing editor to the literary magazine Zyzzyva Sam plays in the band Los Train Wreck and tours with the Rock Bottom Remainders He lives in San Francisco This event takes place in Schultz Cultural Arts Hall]]>

You Can't Take It With You

06-01-2012 - 06-24-2012

5

Pacifica Spindrift Players

http://www.pacificaspindriftplayers.com/

Pacifica Spindrift Theatre - 1050 Crespi Drive Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: $15-$20

650-359-8002

http://www.pacificaspindriftplayers.com/Tickets/index.html

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Winner of the 1937 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this delightful romantic comedy places you in the midst of the conservative Kirbys and the eccentric Sycamores as son Tony Kirby falls for daughter Alice Sycamore]]>

Donnell Rawlings

06-21-2012 - 06-24-2012

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $15-$30 Two-item minimum Ages 17+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm Fri: 7:30pm, 9:30pm Sat: 7pm, 9:30pm Sun: 7pm

His unique brand of observational humor earned Donnell Rawlings co-hosting duties On Power 105's morning radio show, Egypt and Ashy in the Morning He is now co-hosting The Big Tigger Morning Show on WPGC in Washington DC Currently, Donnell can be seen regularly on E!'s hit show Chelsea Lately and MTV's new show Hatin' Donnell has performed his intelligently bold stand-up throughout the United States, Europe, and the Caribbean Growing up, this Washington DC native used humor as a means of persuasion with the ladies and whipped out his wicked wit as a weapon of mass destruction in verbal battle While in the Air Force, Donnell's wordplay shotdown more military personnel than the GI issued arms When Donnell returned to the States and settled into civilian life, he decided to check out the local comedy scene in DC He quickly became the "official heckler" as he ate comedians alive from the audience]]>

Axis Dance Company

06-24-2012 - 06-24-2012

Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley

http://www.siliconvalleyjcc.org/

Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley - 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: Tickets are $10 for JCC Members and/or seniors &amp; students, and $15 for General Admission

408-357-7492

lisacg@svjcc.org

Start Time(s): 3pm

AXIS Dance Company, one of the world's most acclaimed and innovative ensembles of performers with and without disabilities, will change the way you think about dance and the possibilities of the human body forever]]>

Death in San Francisco - World Premiere

06-08-2012 - 06-24-2012

6

Naatak Theater and Film

http://www.naatak.com/

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $16-$45

408-905-6831

tickets@naatak.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/browse.html?formsubmitted=1&reset=1&secretkeywords=&keywords=naatak

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm, 6pm Sun: 2pm * Shows vary for 6/8-6/10; see Individual Times below

Naveen Chandra Gupta of San Francisco has died, leaving behind an unusual request in his will: that he be cremated on the shore with the "proper rites and ceremonies," exactly as he cremated his father in India thirty years ago As his friends struggle to honor his last wish, they learn a little about him, a little about themselves, and a lot about what it means for an Indian to die in America Sometimes sad and sometimes hilarious, this quirky comedy is Sujit Saraf's ninth play, and these Silicon Valley shows are its world premiere]]>

Shane Mauss

06-21-2012 - 06-24-2012

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $13-$19 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm Fri: 9pm Sat: 8pm, 10:30pm Sun: 8pm

Originally from La Crosse, Wisconsin, Shane Mauss moved to Boston in 2004 to pursue his childhood dream of becoming a standup comedian In less than three years, Shane caught his big break when he was awarded Best Standup Comic at HBO's US Comedy Arts Festival in 2007 Shane's television credits include three appearances on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel!, Comedy Central Presents, Live at Gotham, Showtime's Comics Without Borders, BBC's The World Stands Up, and--what is easily his strangest television appearance to date--Playboy TV's Night Calls Shane also appears regularly on The Bob and Tom Radio and TV Show]]>

I Vespri Siciliani - Opera on Film

06-24-2012 - 06-26-2012

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

Politics become personal in Verdi's I Vespri Siciliani, or "The Sicilian Vespers" Based on the true story of a 13th century Sicilian rebellion against occupying French forces, this grand opera weaves military intrigue with a tale of doomed love between a French Dutchess and a Sicilian rebel Verdi's meaty score is sung with full-throated intensity by Maria Agresti, Gregory Kunde, and Franco Vassallo, with Gianandrea Noseda at the podium, from the Teatro Regio di Torino]]>

Rock Steady Juggling

06-26-2012 - 06-26-2012

2

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/338

San Carlos Library - 610 Elm Street San Carlos CA 94070

Admission: Free

650-591-0341 x224

Start Time(s): 7pm

Enjoy an evening of eco-tainment with juggling, comedy, and audience participation with Rock Steady Juggling! Rock Steady Juggling provides innovative and high-quality educational entertainment Doug Nolan is the founder and owner of Rock Steady Juggling He has performed professionally at schools, corporate events, festivals and theaters for more than fifteen years He earned an MFA in acting from the American Conservatory Theater (ACT) and a BA in environmental studies from the University of Vermont Doug has acted on ACT's mainstage and with various Bay Area Shakespeare companies Doug's unique performance style combines his skills as a juggler, educator and actor]]>

Don Giovanni - The Met Encore Screening (Redwood City)

06-27-2012 - 06-27-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Mariusz Kwiecien is the world's most famous lover in Michael Grandage's elegant new production of Mozart's Don Giovanni, led by Met Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi The lineup of refined Mozartians also includes Marina Rebeka, Barbara Frittoli, Ramon Vargas, and Luca Pisaroni]]>

Don Giovanni - The Met Encore Screening (San Mateo)

06-27-2012 - 06-27-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Mariusz Kwiecien is the world's most famous lover in Michael Grandage's elegant new production of Mozart's Don Giovanni, led by Met Principal Conductor Fabio Luisi The lineup of refined Mozartians also includes Marina Rebeka, Barbara Frittoli, Ramon Vargas, and Luca Pisaroni]]>

Intermediate Improv Class - Wednesdays

05-30-2012 - 06-27-2012

3

Dragon Productions Theatre Company

http://www.dragonproductions.net/the-dragon-theatre/classes.html

Dragon Theatre - 535 Alma Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $140 for four sessions ($120 for four sessions if you sign up before May 22)

classes@dragonproductions.net

http://www.dragonproductions.net/the-dragon-theatre/classes.html

Start Time(s): Wed: 7pm-9pm* *No class 6/20

This workshop is a friendly place Have fun, explore more improv, and practice improvising stories Use tools from earlier Improv classes in more complex scenes Leave the class with a greater knowledge of improvising narrative scenes Attendees must have completed at least a Beginning Improv class The workshop is limited to 12 participants Ages 18 and up please Workshop Leader: Terry Sandke Four Wednesdays, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, May 30 through June 27 (No class June 20)]]>

Ventriloquist Steve Chaney

06-27-2012 - 06-27-2012

3

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/338

Atherton Public Library - 2 Dinkespiel Station Lane Atherton CA 94027

Admission: Free

650-328-2422

Start Time(s): 3pm

For over twenty years, Steve and his sidekick Corny Crow have presented their unique show for children and adults throughout Canada and the US for fairs, festivals, schools and libraries Steve’s warmth and humor comes through in all his performances]]>

Alice in Wonderland - Shakespeare at Full Circle Farm

06-15-2012 - 06-28-2012

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://fteshakes.org

Full Circle Farm - 1055 Dunford Way Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: Recommended donation: $10 adults, $3 childrenPay at the door General seating (max capacity 200)

408-996-0635

fteshakes@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Fri 6/15,8pm; Sat 6/16, 8pm; Thurs 6/21, 7:30pm; Sun 6/24, 7:30pm; Thurs 6/28 7:30pm

An original stage adaptation by Bruce W De Les Dernier Can Alice keep her head through jousting knights, dueling twins, a monster in the forest and a mad, mad tea party? Join us for this fast-paced romp through Wonderland that will excite young and old alike--directed by Bruce W De Les Dernier Back by popular demand, after overflowing audiences last year, Shakespeare at Full Circle Farm features three plays in repertory: Alice in Wonderland, along with Romeo and Juliet and The Two Gentlemen of Verona Full Circle Farm in Sunnyvale, a non-profit sustainable community garden on over 11 acres, is an outstanding venue for this all outdoor festival General seating (max capacity 200), with wheelchair seating available]]>

Kris Tinkle

06-28-2012 - 06-28-2012

4

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $12 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): 8pm

The son of a medical records clerk and a disc jockey/failed motivational speaker, Kris Tinkle's comedy career launched in the talent-rich San Francisco scene An honest, engaging style equipped with controlled energy helped Tinkle stand out on stage, opening for acts such as Dave Chappelle, Louis CK, and Zach Galifinakis Now residing in the comedy mecca of New York City, he is a regular on Jim Breuer's Sirius XM Show, Friday's with Breuer, and co-host of the popular sports internet radio show HammerFisting Podcast on the Riotcast Network A former Bay Area school teacher, Tinkle crafted a stand-up comedy curriculum to impart the craft of funny to high school kids, who studied, wrote, and performed at the Punchline Comedy Club to earn their grade The class garnered the attention of Louis CK and Chappelle, national headliners donating their time to further instruct the students of the unique program Now a full-time comedian, Tinkle continues performing in every state in the Union and all colleges that welcome his underdog funny]]>

The Elves and the Shoemaker - Children's Theatre in the Park

06-29-2012 - 06-29-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Who is helping the poor shoemaker by making stunning shoes in the middle of the night? Find out in Peninsula Youth Theatre's production of The Elves and the Shoemaker This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

English Country Dance - 1st, 3rd, 5th Fridays

04-06-2012 - 06-29-2012

5

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/english/palo_alto/

Palo Alto Masonic Center - 461 Florence Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $5-$10

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 1st, 3rd, 5th Fri of month: 7:30pm-8pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm-10:30pm&nbsp; Dance

Started in 1982 by two women, this dance was originally a monthly event with no primary leader After a year or so, the dance became a semi-monthly event featuring many well-known musicians This dance has been located at the Palo Alto Masonic Temple for many years Bob Fraley and others serve as callers on a rotating basis, while the Nonesuch Country Dance Band (founded by Stan and Susan Kramer in 1985) serves as the house band This is a novice-friendly dance, and aims towards an evening with a high ratio of dancing to teaching A half-hour lesson is offered at the start of the evening]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session II

06-25-2012 - 06-29-2012

6

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $275 General Registration (Half-day option: $195, 9am-12pm) $225 Early Registration (Half-day option: $155, 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

jennifer@tabardtheatre.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225540

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half-day option and extended care are available)

Dream Big!: one-week performing arts camp (June 25-29, 2012) This full-day camp provides your camper with a week of fabulous performing arts fun on the stage in Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Your camper will experience many aspects of stage performance focusing on playwriting, improvisation, music and movement, as well as a Final Showcase performance to include a staged mini-musical Camp is Monday-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm (Extended Care is available at your request to jennifer@tabardtheatreorg) Space is limited Enrollment open to ages 6-14 A Final Showcase will be presented to parents and invited guests on the last day of camp at 2:30pm]]>

The Two Gentlemen of Verona Shakespeare at Full Circle Farm

06-02-2012 - 06-29-2012

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://www.fteshakes.org

Full Circle Farm - 1055 Dunford Way Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: Recommended donation: $10 adults, $3 childrenPay at the door General seating (max capacity 200)

408-996-0635

fteshakes@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Sat 6/2: 8pmSun 6/3, 6/10: 7:30pmFri 6/22, 6/29: 8pm

Boy meets girl, boy meets another girl, boy thinks he can get away with it In this delicious comedy, Shakespeare explores love Italian style Festival Theatre Ensemble sets this tale of love in the Swingin' 60s Lounge music, Italian suits, and mini-skirts included--directed by Rachel Bakker Back by popular demand, after overflowing audiences last year, Shakespeare at Full Circle Farm features three plays in repertory: The Two Gentlemen of Verona, along with Romeo and Juliet and Alice in Wonderland Full Circle Farm in Sunnyvale, a non-profit sustainable community garden on over 11 acres, is an outstanding venue for this all outdoor festival General seating (max capacity 200), with wheelchair seating available Outdoor performances--dress warmly]]>

2012 Shakespeare Camp For Kids

06-18-2012 - 06-29-2012

5

Shady Shakespeare Theatre Company

http://www.shadyshakes.org/education/learnMore.php?class=camp

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $32500 Enroll multiple children and save 10% 20% Discount for SSTC Members in Good Standing

408-569-0360

education@shadyshakes.org

https://shady.vbotickets.com/event/summer_shakespeare_camp_for_youth_and_teens_-_june_18_-_june_29/1389

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am - 2pm

Produced by Shady Shakespeare's Bard Academy of the Bay Area, our Summer Shakespeare Camp includes instruction in unarmed stage combat, stage makeup, improvisation, acting, and in-depth study in scene work from Shakespeare's plays No previous experience is required Students will also receive training in various areas behind-the-scenes, getting involved in the design and creation of costumes, props, set pieces, and more! This camp will conclude with a performance of an abridged version of As You Like It for friends and family on the final day of class Not familiar with Shakespeare? Not to worry--students of all experience levels are welcome! Students must be between 8 and 18 years of age Camp runs June 18 - June 29 Scholarships: Partial scholarships are currently available to students with an annual household income of 80% or less of the Median Household Income for Santa Clara County and who demonstrate a desire to participate by submitting a short essay on why they want to attend the camp Please email us at education@shadyshakesorg for more information about scholarships]]>

Contra Dance featuring Contra Fresco

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

6

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

First United Methodist Church - Palo Alto - 625 Hamilton Avenue Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $6-$12

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm-11pm&nbsp; Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Contra Fresco The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Fiesta Flamenca - Music and Dance Dinner Show

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

6

Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/entertainment.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $20-$25 Plus dinner or 2 item minimum Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ticket_portal.htm

Start Time(s): Show: 8:30pm-10:30pm Dinner seating begins: 7pm

This evening of passion and fire features Emmy Award-winning dancer Yaelisa and the fabulous dancers, singers and musicians of Caminos Flamencos Caminos Flamencos was founded by Emmy Award-winning dancer and choreographer Yaelisa The mission of Caminos Flamencos is to create and present contemporary, traditional and theatrical dance programs showcasing artists from Spain and the US, which reflect the changing face of flamenco in the 21st century Their programs seek to preserve the legacy of Spain's rich artistic heritage, and bring them to people of all backgrounds, enriching the lives of people with Spanish and Hispanic ancestry, and of the community at large]]>

Romeo and Juliet Shakespeare at Full Circle Farm

06-08-2012 - 06-30-2012

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://www.fteshakes.org

Full Circle Farm - 1055 Dunford Way Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: Recommended donation: $10 adults, $3 childrenPay at the door General seating (max capacity 200)

408-996-0635

fteshakes@gmail.com

Start Time(s): Fri 6/8 8pm; Sat 6/9 8pm; Sun 6/17 7:30pm;Sat 6/23 8pm;Sat 6/30 8pm

Festival Theatre Ensemble takes great pride in bringing this powerful story of love, hate, loyalty and blood to our audiences, continuing our tradition of breathtaking sword play and unforgettable performances--directed by Bruce W De Les Dernier Back by popular demand, after overflowing audiences last year, Shakespeare at Full Circle Farm features three plays in repertory: Romeo and Juliet, along with The Two Gentlemen of Verona and Alice in Wonderland Full Circle Farm in Sunnyvale, a non-profit sustainable community garden on over 11 acres, is an outstanding venue for this all outdoor festival General seating (max capacity 200), with wheelchair seating available Outdoor performances--dress warmly]]>

Rapunzel - Hot Dog Suppertime Show

06-20-2012 - 06-30-2012

Palo Alto Children's Theatre

http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/childrenstheatre

Palo Alto Children's Theatre - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $10-$12

650-463-4970

Start Time(s): Wed-Sun: 6:30pm

Filled with plenty of action and fresh, hysterical characters, Rapunzel gives a new twist to an old story with a gentle message about the nature of beauty Presented as part of the Palo Alto Children's Theatre's Hotdog Suppertime shows, families are invited to bring a picnic or purchase dinner, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy this show at the outdoor Magic Castle Stage Shows are recommended for children 4 and up]]>

Magic Show with Perry Yan

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

6

San Jose Public Library System

http://www.sjpl.org/event/magic-show-perry-yan-5

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Library - 150 E San Fernando Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-808-2000

Start Time(s): 4pm

Bring the whole family for a great show with Perry Yan that will include comedy, audience participation, music and, of course, magic!]]>

Cinderella and Elements - Dance Production

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

6

Capitol Dance Company

http://www.cityofcampbell.com/heritagetheatre/events.htm

Heritage Theatre - 1 W Campbell Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $19

408-866-2700

BoxOffice@cityofcampbell.com

Start Time(s): 3pm, 7pm

Capitol Dance Company was founded to give non-professional dancers a professional dance education, with the opportunity to "show off" their talents in annual theatrical productions These shows are more than recitals Every dancer has an integral part in a theatrical storyline The company choreographs the shows, develops the scripts, creates the sets, designs the props, and utilizes the best lighting, all of which is presented on a professional theatrical stage These productions can often be a milestone in a young dancer's education and a magical moment for their families and friends]]>

Barbary Coast Cabaret - Live Music, Dancing, Burlesque

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

6

Giant Creative, A-Town Agency, Bunny Pistol

http://giantcreative.com/news/barbary-coast-live-in-san-jose-saturday-june-30-2012-800pm/

San Jose Women's Club and Landmark Ballroom - 75 S 11th Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $20 $15 in advance

http://giantcreative.com/news/barbary-coast-live-in-san-jose-saturday-june-30-2012-800pm/

Start Time(s): 8pm

Giant Creative, A-Town Agency and Bunny Pistol are proud to bring to the dance floor a one of a kind event, Barbary Coast Cabaret Live at the San Jose Woman’s Club; featuring DJ Rockin’ Raul Castro, This Charming Band and Barbary Coast Cabaret This will be a harkening back to the supper club nightlife and entertainment which will start off with a mix-and-mingle beginning swing dance lesson with DjRockin’ Raul Castro Raul is a huge fan of 80’s music and a dance teacher who will take event goers back to the fun 80’s partner dance styles that will knock their socks off While enjoying a cocktail from the bar, the beauties of Barbary Coast Cabaret—which are some of the most talented burlesque performers of the Bay Area— will delight the audience with a provocative burlesque show whilst live music will be sounding throughout the night A special 80’s Smiths/Morrissey Rockabilly Tribute show will be provided by This Charming Band Since 2005, San Francisco’s This Charming Band has performed the songs that saved your life for thousands of Smiths fans across the country, selling out venues all over the West Coast Adding to the 80’s Rockabilly/New wave inspired night, dressing the part is highly encouraged Dress the part, dance the part, and enjoy the show!]]>

You're A Good Man Charlie Brown - Peninsula Youth Theatre Alumni Association

06-30-2012 - 06-30-2012

6

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://pytnet.org/alumni.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $17-$20

650-903-6000

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jun12.html

Start Time(s): 2pm, 7:30pm

Everyone's favorite blockhead comes musically to life along with all his Peanuts pals in this charming family musical Join Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Sally, Schroeder and, of course, Snoopy as they sing all about the trials and tribulations of childhood This production features alumni of Peninsula Youth Theatre]]>

The Member of the Wedding

06-07-2012 - 07-01-2012

4

Douglas Morrisson Theatre

http://www.dmtonline.org/Home.htm

Douglas Morrisson Theatre - 22311 N 3rd Street Hayward CA 94546

Admission: $12-$28

http://www.dmtonline.org/Home.htm

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm -plus- Thurs 6/7, 6/28: 8pm Sun 6/23: 2pm

This is a poignant coming-of-age story, adapted by Carson McCullers from her own novel Twelve-year old tomboy Frankie’s restless and lonely Playing three-handed bridge with her six-year old cousin and the family cook, she dreams of escaping the Georgia heat with her big brother and his fiancée, and becoming “the we of me”]]>

2012 US Olympic Team Trials - Gymnastics

06-28-2012 - 07-01-2012

HP Pavilion

http://usagym.org/pages/events/trials/

HP Pavilion - 525 W Santa Clara Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $70-$895 package tickets

408-977-4723

http://www.ticketmaster.com/US-Olympic-Team-Trials-Gymnastics-tickets/artist/1680889?tm_link=edp_Artist_Image

Start Time(s): Thurs: 2pm Fri: 5:30pm Sat: 12pm Sun: 5:30pm

The 2012 US Olympic Team Trials - Gymnastics is USA Gymnastics' "crown jewel" and most prestigious event The four-day event showcases the USA's best gymnasts as they vie for the honor of representing the United States on the world's biggest stage, the Olympic Games]]>

Felipie Esparza

06-29-2012 - 07-01-2012

Improv Comedy Club

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Improv Comedy Club - 62 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $20 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-280-7475

http://sanjose.improv.com/showListCalendar.cfm

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm, 10pm Sat: 7pm, 9pm Sun: 7pm

Felipe Esparza is a comedian and actor best known for his raw, real-life comedy that audiences everywhere can relate to Known for his wild hair and his often-imitated phrase, "What's up, fool?", people are always surprised to find out that Felipe is also the same person referred to and imitated in several infamous stories by fellow comedian, Gabriel Iglesias Felipe has recently been seen as the winner of NBC's Last Comic Standing in 2010 and is currently touring comedy clubs and theaters across the country Felipe is a product of the streets of East Los Angeles, and much of his material is the result of seeing the humor in the struggles of everyday life]]>

Wheelhouse - World Premiere Musical

06-06-2012 - 07-01-2012

6

TheatreWorks

http://www.theatreworks.org

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $27-$42 (Prices subject to change)

650-463-1960

http://www.theatreworks.org/box-office/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Tue, Wed: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm <i>and/or</i> 8pm Sun: 2pm <i>and/or </i>7pm

In a comically touching ode to the road, a traveling rock band cuts back on expenses, hitting the highway in a well-worn Winnebago When their plan backfires with a bang, it threatens the sweet harmonies that hold them together The pop-rock trio GrooveLily, creators of the popular TheatreWorks/Off-Broadway hit Striking 12, star in this irresistible autobiographical musical about traveling tunesmiths in desperate need of a tune-up]]>

The Lieutenant of Inishmore

06-16-2012 - 07-01-2012

6

Palo Alto Players

http://www.paplayers.org

Lucie Stern Community Theatre and Center - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $16-$29

650-329-0891

info@paplayers.org

http://www.paplayers.org

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2:30pm Preview: 6/15

On a lonely road on the island of Inishmore, someone killed “Mad Padraic’s” cat Padraic, a first lieutenant in the Irish National Liberation Army to whom nothing is sacred except “Wee Thomas,” will want to know who, when he gets back from a stint of torture and bombing He loves his cat more than life itself, and someone is going to pay The Lieutenant of Inishmore charts new ground in playmaking as it combines the comic precision of a Feydeau farce with the unapologetic horror of a Tarantino flick The result is wickedly hilarious and not-to-be-missed!]]>

The Gondoliers

06-23-2012 - 07-01-2012

Lyric Theatre

http://lyrictheatre.org/jl/currentseason/gondoliers2012.html

Montgomery Theater - 271 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $10-$35

408-986-1455

http://lyrictheatre.org/jl/currentseason/gondoliers2012.html

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm &nbsp;

The lovely bride of the King of Barataria comes to Venice to meet the man she was pledged to in childhood She learns her young prince was mixed up with a gondolier's son, so they must rule together until it is proven which is the king! This delightful mix-up of Spanish royalty and Venetian gondoleri and contadine is filled with some of the most tuneful and danceable music in the Gilbert and Sullivan canon How will they resolve this complicated situation?]]>

Matt Kirshen

06-28-2012 - 07-01-2012

Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $13 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8pm Fri: 9pm Sat: 8pm, 10:30pm Sun: 8pm

London-born Matt Kirshen's precision wit has earned him an impressive reputation on the international comedy circuit Most recently his appearances on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Paul Provenza's Green Room, and as a finalist on NBC's Last Comic Standing have earned him a whole new host of fans in the United States and a surprising number of other countries worldwide Matt has appeared in and written for numerous television shows in the United Kingdom, including a charity gala featuring Jimmy Fallon, which resulted in Jimmy himself requesting Matt to open for him in a college tour to promote his new Late Night hosting slot His youthful looks disguise a veteran comic with almost a decade of experience, and a wealth of smart, funny, and relatable material, making him a firm favorite with college audiences While it's his prime-time NBC appearances that most American comedy fans will recognize him from, they are often surprised at the breadth and scope of his material, described by one reviewer as "intelligent, but with the emphasis firmly on the funny"  ]]>

Beauty and the Beast - Children's Theatre in the Park

07-06-2012 - 07-06-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Can the Beast change his ways and will the Beauty see the good that's hidden deep inside him in time to save him from the curse? Find out in Peninsula Youth Theatre's production of Beauty and the Beast This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

Hard Salsa - Dance Party

07-06-2012 - 07-06-2012

5

Fox Theatre

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Club Fox - 2209 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10 Ages 21+

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 9pm

Come and dance the night away! DJs Willie and Rulas will play mostly Salsa with breaks of Bachata, Merengue, and Cha Cha Cha]]>

Contra Dance featuring Contra Fresco

07-06-2012 - 07-06-2012

5

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/contra/palo_alto/

Lucie Stern Community Theatre and Center - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $6-$12

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 7:30pm-8pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm-11pm&nbsp; Dance

At this recurring event, newcomers are always welcome The live music for tonight's dance is scheduled to be provided by Contra Fresco The dancing is easy to learn, the music is live, and the event is a great social mixer Come alone or bring a guest Contra dances are done in long lines of couples Two couples dance together as a group of four for one round of the dance, until the two couples have changed places up and down the line and are facing the next couple, ready to start another round of the dance Newcomers you can dance and have fun on your first night! No lessons are required, but, if you come a half hour early, you will be shown the ropes The event is accompanied by top-notch musicians performing music from Irish, English, and American folk traditions and led by dance callers with local and national followings You get a chance to walk through each figure under the caller's direction before the dance starts, and both the caller and your fellow dancers will help you remember what to do at each point in the dance The dance repeats, so, after a few times through, your body will start to remember what to do, and you can fully enjoy the music!]]>

Wonders and Traditions of Peru 2012

07-07-2012 - 07-07-2012

6

Kanchis Cultural Association

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $25-$30

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): 4pm

Kanchis brings to you this rich cultural melding--the result of the confluence of Native Indian, African, and Spanish heritages Through the dance, music, outfits, and language, you can experience the ancient, colorful, and warm expression of Peruvian people and traditions]]>

The Wizard of Oz - South Valley Civic Theatre

06-15-2012 - 07-07-2012

South Valley Civic Theatre

http://www.svct.org

Morgan Hill Community Playhouse - 17090 Monterey Street Morgan Hill CA 95037

Admission: $14-$18

http://www.svct.org

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm No show 6/17

This wonderful, classic tale of witches, ruby slippers, and a young girl's dreams continues to endear the hearts and inspire the imaginations of its audiences even today The producers say, "Come join us as we sing, dance, and fly our way into your imagination! Follow us down the Yellow Brick Road as we close out our season with one of the best-loved shows of all time!"]]>

The Beauty Queen of Leenane

06-14-2012 - 07-08-2012

6

Northside Theatre Company

http://www.northsidetheatre.com

Olinder Theatre - 848 E William Street San Jose CA 95116

Admission: $15-$20

408-288-7820

http://www.northsidetheatre.com

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 3pm

This play is a macabre yet funny tale of two women who find themselves victims of their cultural isolation and existential loneliness The play takes us to a solitary cottage in the village of Leenane, Western Ireland, where Maureen, a rather plain woman of about forty, and her seemingly senile mother, Mag, live their days in a never ending battle with one another Maureen’s selfish yearning to marry and be rid of her wretched lifestyle provokes the worst of her mother’s own egotistical and childish behavior This dark comedy brings a realistic yet electrifying conflict to the stage and allows the audience to participate in a chilling laugh as they watch a relationship unravel and move towards a disastrous end]]>

Tahiti Fete 20th Anniversary - Cultural Event

07-06-2012 - 07-08-2012

5

Tahiti Fete of San Jose

http://www.union.sjsu.edu/ec/upcoming/

San Jose State Event Center Arena - 290 S 7th Street San Jose CA 95192-0201

Admission: $16-$20

800-745-3000

http://www.union.sjsu.edu/ec/upcoming/

Start Time(s): Fri-Sun: 9am

Come and celebrate a cultural event like no other There will be crafts, food, and awesome Tahitian dancing]]>

La Fille Mal Gardee - Ballet on Film

07-08-2012 - 07-10-2012

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

Delightful comedy and virtuosic choreography abound in Frederick Ashton's sunny and beloved production of La Fille Mal Gardee from the Royal Ballet The simple story of Lise, her suitor Colas, and Lise's larger-than-life mother who tries to marry her off to the simpleton son of a rich neighbor is both funny and touching, and filled with glorious detailed movement La Fille Mal Gardee is perfect for ballet newcomers and irresistible to audiences of all ages]]>

Les Contes d'Hoffmann - The Met Encore Screening (Redwood City)

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Bartlett Sher's 2009 production of Offenbach's Les Contes d'Hoffmann stars Joseph Calleja in the tour-de-force title role of this fictionalized take on the life and loves of the German Romantic writer ETA Hoffmann Anna Netrebko is the tragic Antonia and Alan Held sings the demonic four villains Met Music Director James Levine conducts the performance]]>

Les Contes d'Hoffmann - The Met Encore Screening (San Mateo)

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Bartlett Sher's 2009 production of Offenbach's Les Contes d'Hoffmann stars Joseph Calleja in the tour-de-force title role of this fictionalized take on the life and loves of the German Romantic writer ETA Hoffmann Anna Netrebko is the tragic Antonia and Alan Held sings the demonic four villains Met Music Director James Levine conducts the performance]]>

Kids Kabaret

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

3

Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $8-$12

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): 1pm

Award-winning cabaret and theatre star Samantha Samuels brings her popular Children's Theatre program to The Firehouse Arts Center this summer featuring a cast of talented young stars and students from the Contra Costa and Pleasanton area The show is designed for, with, and by kids for a variety-adventure into live theatre that is set to original songs by award-winning composers Steven Shore and Eric Vetro With singing, dancing, audience participation, and featured specialty acts, Kids Kabaret has been endorsed by many, including teachers, administrators and parents It has been praised as innovative, educational, and fun-filled entertainment for kids 3-8 years and up Samatha Samuels is established as one of the most accomplished cabaret artists in the country, with countless honors and awards to her credit In concert, she performed regularly with Joan Rivers, and shared the stage with Robin Williams, Howie Mandell, and Bonnie Raitt She has become a distinctive voice in children's music with Kabaret for Kids, and is the popular perennial host of the annual Bay Area Kidfest events A featured song in this program, The Wish Song, is featured on the CD Unexpected Dreams - Songs from the Stars, performed by the Tony Award-winning star of Broadway's Hairspray, Marissa Jaret Winoker Come enjoy a fun-filled, entertainment afternoon for the whole family!]]>

Steve Chaney and Cornelius Crow - Puppet Theatre

07-11-2012 - 07-11-2012

3

City of Pleasanton

http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/library/programs-events-child.html

Pleasanton Public Library - 400 Old Bernal Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: Free - tickets issued 30 minutes before the show

925-931-3400 ex8

Start Time(s): 2pm

Steve Chaney performs a fast-paced, rapid fire ventriloquism act while juggling, and a magic trick or two, with his partner Corny Plenty of audience participation is involved in this show using volunteers as people puppets--amazing the audience and themselves as well! This show is recommended for children in preschool or older]]>

Jack and the Three Sillies - Children's Theatre in the Park

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Jack, a smart but simple country man, vows not to marry his silly fiancee Buttons until he meets three sillies sillier than Buttons and her parents! This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

Bay Area English Regency Society Dance Party

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

5

Bay Area English Regency Society

http://www.baers.org/index.html

St Mark's Episcopal Church - Palo Alto - 600 Colorado Avenue Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): 8pm-10:30pm

The Bay Area English Regency Society celebrates the spirit of the early nineteenth century The English Regency, familiar from the works not only of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer but also C S Forester, Patrick O'Brian, and Tim Powers, was a spirited time bubbling over with creative energy in the arts and sciences, and yet a time when wit and grace were highly valued The dances come from English Country tradition, from Regency-era dance manuals such as Thomas Wilson, and from occasional modern Choreography done in the manner of the time They are set to music by classical composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, or to traditional country dance tunes Dances and music are varied for each ball, according to its theme, which may range from the elegant to the rowdy Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere Dances are led by Alan Winston and guest callers Newcomers are always welcome Participants explore all aspects of life among the different social classes in Regency England, and occasionally venture into the American Federalist era Dress is casual, and comfortable low-heeled shoes are recommended Skirts are worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable This month's party will offer an Early American program]]>

Speak Underground - Teen Open Mic Night

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

5

San Mateo County Library

http://www.smcl.org/en/node/338

Pacifica-Sharp Park Library - 104 Hilton Way Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: Free

650-355-5196

Start Time(s): 6pm

Speak Underground is a Teen Open Mic Nigh -- organized and designed solely for teens, by teens All teens up to the age of 19 are welcome to participate or just attend It is an “anything goes” type of atmosphere, where all performances and creative art is welcome: music, bands, art exhibition, dance, spoken word, theater, poetry, and generally anything artistic that comes to mind!]]>

Uptown, Downtown, Motown Madness with Top Shelf - Music and Dance Dinner Show

07-13-2012 - 07-13-2012

5

Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/calendar.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $20-$25 Plus dinner or two item minimum Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ticket_portal.htm

Start Time(s): Show: 8:30pm-10:30pm Dinner seating begins: 7pm

Top Shelf brings you a spectacular tribute to Old School, Doo-Wop and Classic Soul favorites as well their signature dinner show: Uptown, Downtown, Motown Madness--a captivating Doo-Wop, Motown, Classic Soul Musical Straying from a typical musical revue, Motown Madness takes you on a narrated journey from the early days of Doo-Wop and Motown to the Classic Soul sounds of the 80s Filled with theatrics, dancing, and singing, the room is transformed into a staged, choreographed production In this show, Top Shelf will perform a mini-version of their signature dinner show leading into an interactive set of dancing!]]>

Oscar Wilde's The Canterville Ghost - CTC Summer Rep 2012

06-02-2012 - 07-14-2012

6

California Theatre Center

http://www.ctcinc.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre - 550 E Remington Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $10-$26 per show6-ticket coupon: $9612-ticket coupon: $168

408-245-2978

boxoffice@ctcinc.org

http://www.ctcinc.org/2012_Rep.html

Start Time(s): Performances on June 8 at 7:30pm; and June 2, 9, 23, July 14 at 3pm

American Minister to the House of St James, Hiram Otis, and his family have recently moved to Canterville Chase, a grand estate just outside of London, even though the previous owners made it quite clear to the family that the home was haunted While the Otises are a practical lot and don't believe in anything of a supernatural sort, a reappearing blood stain and the perpetual nocturnal visits of a rather noisy ghost with a taste for the theatrical convince them otherwise Clearly the ghost is going to be driven mad by the very people he is desperately trying to haunt! The mixture of elements from traditional English ghost stories like clanking chains, creaking floorboards, and ancient prophecies combine with American pluck and ingenuity to result in a wild and entertainingly funny romp for the whole family]]>

Blue Blanket Improv's Comedy Show

07-14-2012 - 07-14-2012

6

Blue Blanket Improv

http://www.BlueBlanketImprov.com

Admission: Adults $10 Youth (12 and under) $5

650-712-0718

BlueBlanketImprov@hotmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/221804

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Doors 7:30pm&nbsp; Show

In this fun comedy show for the entire family, no performance is ever the same Each is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions!]]>

Disney's Beauty and the Beast Jr - STAR Gilroy 2012

07-13-2012 - 07-14-2012

6

Gavilan College STAR Program

http://www.gavilan.edu/star

Gavilan College Theatre - 5055 Santa Teresa Boulevard Gilroy CA 95020

Admission: $12 adults $10 students, seniors age 55 and over, and military personnel with identification $8 children age 12 and younger Tickets are non-refundable and exchanges are not available

408-612-2057

stargav@gavilan.edu

Start Time(s): Fri: 7pm Sat: 4pm

Summer Theatre Arts Repertory (STAR) Gilroy is a 4-week theatre arts program for a cast of children ages 8 to 16 Now in its 27th summer, the quality of STAR productions is truly amazing despite the limited time to prepare The dedicated and creative STAR staff creates a safe environment where these young actors can feel safe to express themselves, and instills in them the confidence to do the work]]>

Don't Stop the Music - Dance Recital 2012

07-14-2012 - 07-14-2012

6

Jensen School for the Performing Arts

http://jpadance.com/recital.htm

Santa Clara Convention Center - 5001 Great America Parkway Santa Clara CA 95054

Admission: See Official Site

408-262-0770

Start Time(s): 11am, 1:30pm, 7pm

Jensen School for the Performing Arts has been serving the North Valley since 1979 Jensen School strives to provide the community with a family-oriented, positive learning environment where students, pre-school through adult, can experience the exciting world of dance and the performing arts The school has a yearly performance held each summer in a local theater allowing the dancers an opportunity to experience a professional show environment]]>

Sleeping Beauty - Ballet Academy Production

07-13-2012 - 07-14-2012

6

Jensen School for the Performing Arts

http://jpadance.com/recital.htm

Santa Clara Convention Center - 5001 Great America Parkway Santa Clara CA 95054

Admission: See Official Site

408-262-0770

Start Time(s): Fri: 7:30pm Sat: 4:30pm

Jensen School for the Performing Arts has been serving the North Valley since 1979 Jensen's Ballet Academy has been developed to allow the serious ballet student an opportunity to study and perform The school has a yearly classical ballet performance held each summer in a local theater allowing the dancers an opportunity to experience a professional show environment]]>

Presentation Repertory Summer Theatre Camp for Teens

06-11-2012 - 07-15-2012

5

Presentation High School

http://www.presrep.com

Admission: $895 - Register online

408-264-1664

jhoule@pres-net.com

http://www.presrep.com

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm

Presentation Repertory Theatre (PresRep) is a summertime muscial theatre camp that spans five weeks, from mid June to late July It is hosted by Presentation High School in San Jose, and most shows are directed and cast by the school's full-time director, Jim Houle The program is open to all students ages 11-17, and is staffed by professional composers, directors, vocal coaches, and choreographers Over the course of the program, campers are taught the basics of performance, technical theatre, character development, and costuming At the program's end, the participants will stage two full length muscials The shows for the summer of 2012 are Barry Manilow's "Copacabana" and "Broadway at Pres", a ten year retrospective of our past summer shows]]>

San Jose Obon Festival

07-14-2012 - 07-15-2012

San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin

http://www.japantownsanjose.org/events.html

Japantown - San Jose - N 5th Street & Jackson Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: Free

408-293-9292

Start Time(s): Sat: 11:30am-10pm Sun: 11:30am-8pm

Held in one of the three remaining Japantowns in the United States, this is San Jose Japantown's largest festival, offering a rich cultural experience complete with dance, games, music, and food The San Jose Obon Festival draws approximately 1,200 dancers of all ages every year Dancers wear ceremonial kimonos or hapi coats and dance to the beat of live music under a canopy of colorful lanterns]]>

Bill W and Dr Bob - West Coast Premiere

06-21-2012 - 07-15-2012

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $1750-$79

408-367-7255

http://www.sjrep.com/tickets

Start Time(s): Tues: 7:30pm Weds-Sat: 8pm Weds: 11am* Sat: 3pm* Sun: 2pm*, 7pm* *Performance dates vary; check Official Site

This quick-witted and honest docu-drama follows two dynamic and dedicated men who, in the midst of their battle with acute and debilitating alcoholism, formed a formidable and historic alliance to help others combat the same addiction Bill Wilson, a stockbroker who crashed with the stock market, finds himself in a bar He could have pursued any number of distractions–a game of solitaire, reading a book–instead, he chose to make a phone call Through an astonishing series of events and bitter humor comes the inspiring, true story of the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous and their wives  ]]>

Mrs Warren's Profession

06-22-2012 - 07-15-2012

The Pear Avenue Theatre

http://www.thepear.org/

The Pear Avenue Theatre - 1220 Pear Avenue, Unit K Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $15-$30

650-254-1148

info@thepear.org

http://www.thepear.org/tickets.htm

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

The tenth season concludes with the first play produced at the Pear: Mrs Warren's Profession, George Bernard Shaw's stunning and ageless indictment of hypocrisy As she did in the 2002 production, Pear Artistic Director Diane Tasca will appear in the title role]]>

Henry V - Free Shakespeare in the Park (Pleasanton)

06-30-2012 - 07-15-2012

The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival

http://www.sfshakes.org/park/index.html

Admission: Free

800-978-PLAY

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 7:30pm

Free Shakespeare in the Park began in 1983 with its debut production of The Tempest in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco It is now one of the major free Shakespeare programs in the nation Produced every year in San Francisco, Pleasanton, and Cupertino from July through September, Free Shakespeare in the Park provides an opportunity for everyone to see high quality, professional theater free of charge]]>

Zumbathon with U-Jam

07-15-2012 - 07-15-2012

Addison-Penzak JCC of Silicon Valley

http://www.siliconvalleyjcc.org/

Addison-Penzak Jewish Community Center of Silicon Valley - 14855 Oka Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door

408-357-7478

judyg@svjcc.org

Start Time(s): 9am-12:30pm

Join us for a Zumba and U-Jam dance party to benefit the Sunbeam Foundation, a local children's cancer charity]]>

Lucia Di Lammermoor - The Met Encore Screening (Redwood City)

07-18-2012 - 07-18-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Anna Netrebko sings the title role of Donizetti's bel canto tragedy, Lucia Di Lammermoor, in her Met role debut Piotr Beczala is her lover, Edgardo, and Mariusz Kwiecien is her tyrannical brother Mary Zimmerman's hit production, first seen in 2007, is staged as a Victorian ghost story]]>

Lucia Di Lammermoor - The Met Encore Screening (San Mateo)

07-18-2012 - 07-18-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Anna Netrebko sings the title role of Donizetti's bel canto tragedy, Lucia Di Lammermoor, in her Met role debut Piotr Beczala is her lover, Edgardo, and Mariusz Kwiecien is her tyrannical brother Mary Zimmerman's hit production, first seen in 2007, is staged as a Victorian ghost story]]>

Michael "Magic Mike" Stroud, Author - Magic Show

07-18-2012 - 07-18-2012

3

City of Pleasanton

http://www.ci.pleasanton.ca.us/services/library/programs-events-child.html

Pleasanton Public Library - 400 Old Bernal Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: Free - tickets issued 30 minutes before the show

925-931-3400 ex8

Start Time(s): 2pm

12-time award-winning magician, and author of the best-selling Klutz Book of Magic, Michael Stroud blends comedy, audience participation, circus skills, and many surprises with amazing special effects Prepare for a magical afternoon! This show is recommended for children ages 5 and up]]>

Eat Your Heart Out Joan Rivers - Songs and Comedy by Lynn Ruth Miller

07-19-2012 - 07-19-2012

4

Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/calendar.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10 Plus dinner or two item minimum Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ticket_portal.htm

Start Time(s): Show: 8pm Dinner seating begins: 7pm

Lynn Ruth Miller is coming to Redwood City to share the original songs and outrageous comedy that made her an international cabaret comedian She hit the headlines in Edinburgh, Scotland when she jumped out of a cake (almost) and removed her clothes (not quite) in front of the castle Now she is a legend who wraps eager fans in spandex to prove that aging is amazing with her off-key cabaret show glorifying old age and reveling in the disasters it brings to the human form and the feminine mystique This is musical comedy at its worst, proving that even though your body parts drop to your ankles, they still can move with enough zest to raise an eyebrow if nothing else]]>

Ballet and Jazz Intensive Summer Dance Camp

07-17-2012 - 07-20-2012

5

Action Day Primary Plus

http://www.actiondayprimaryplus.com/

Admission: $75 per dancer

408-248-2464

Start Time(s): Tues-Fri: 10am-11:40am (ages 6-8) Tues-Fri: 1pm-3pm (ages 9 &amp; up)

Do you have a future dancer looking to gain a strong dance foundation and learn essential dance technique to take them to the next level? Well, this is the class for you! This week-long dance camp will combine the elements of center stretching, traveling, and center floor movement and technique Students will learn traditional ballet and jazz warm-ups and stretches, along with strengthening and flexibility exercises In addition, all students will learn and perform a jazz routine On Friday, instructors will celebrate their students' success by sharing a dance documentary and providing a pointe demonstration]]>

Stories Under the Big Top - Children's Theatre in the Park

07-20-2012 - 07-20-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

It's a circus full of laughter and lively storytelling as the ringmaster and players perform a variety of well-known tales in Stories Under the Big Top This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

Broadway Beginners Camp - Children's Theater Arts Camp

07-16-2012 - 07-20-2012

Ariel Dance Productions

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com/shop/shopsc.html

Ariel Dance Studio - 2385 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $125 $100 before 6/30

408-621-2790

info@arieldanceproductions.com

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com/shop/shopsc.html

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 1pm-2:30pm

Awaken your child's love of the stage in this wonderful class for kids ages 4 to 7! Your child will get a chance to play and explore while learning great techniques for the stage in this creative theater arts camp Our Broadway Beginners Camp is designed to introduce song and dance in an exciting way Each fun-filled day will consist of music, song and dance class, snack break, and a session where your kids create their very own artwork Children should wear comfortable workout clothes and sneakers and bring a nutritious snack and a water bottle Camp will culminate in a performance for parents on Friday This is an inspiring fun summer camp for the young artist who loves to sing and dance! Our camp sells out quickly, so sign up now! - Registration is on a first come, first served basis as space is limited - Camp tuition is not refundable unless the camp you choose is unavailable We will confirm the receipt of your registration form and payment after we receive it, and we'll confirm closer to the camp date, along with full instructions - Please feel free to contact Ariel studio at 408-621- 2790 or send an email to info@arieldanceproductionscom if you have any questions Visit our website at wwwarieldanceproductionscom Instructor Caitlin Papp is a native of the South Bay and a long time member of the theatre community Caitlin studied at the Foothill Theatre Conservatory Theatre and the arts are Caitlin's greatest passions Combining these passions with the love of working with children and desire to share her art, Caitlin joins us after six years of teaching at the Dance Workshop and Western Nevada College, in the Lake Tahoe Region Caitlin is an acting and singing coach, and has had the opportunity to direct numerous musicals including: Aladdin Jr, Music Man and Bye Bye Birdie A dedicated performer and mother of two Caitlin enjoys singing, learning from her students and playing outside with her family]]>

Hard Salsa - Dance Party

07-20-2012 - 07-20-2012

5

Fox Theatre

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Club Fox - 2209 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $10 Ages 21+

650-369-7770

http://tickets.foxrwc.com/

Start Time(s): 9pm

Come and dance the night away! DJs Willie and Rulas will play mostly Salsa with breaks of Bachata, Merengue, and Cha Cha Cha]]>

A Thousand Clowns by Herb Gardner - CTC Summer Rep 2012

05-31-2012 - 07-21-2012

California Theatre Center

http://www.ctcinc.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre - 550 E Remington Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $10-$26 per show 6-ticket coupon: $96 12-ticket coupon: $168

408-245-2978

boxoffice@ctcinc.org

http://www.ctcinc.org/2012_Rep.html

Start Time(s): Performances on May 31 (Preview), June 1 (Opening), June 2, 7, 9, 22, July 6, 12, 21 at 7:30pm; and June 16 and July 8 at 3pm

A Thousand Clowns is a coming-of-middle-age story revolving around eccentric bachelor Murray Burns, an unemployed children's television writer who has found himself raising his sister's son after she went out for a pack of cigarettes and never returned When social workers from the Bureau of Child Welfare come to investigate whether his nephew is receiving a proper upbringing, finding an actual paying job becomes high priority, so Murray can keep the precocious 12-year-old A return to his former work involves writing for "Chuckles the Chipmunk," an inane character if ever there was one! Full of quotable dialogue and quirky charm, A Thousand Clowns speaks to us of commitment and the power of love]]>

Dial M for Murder - CTC Summer Rep 2012

06-28-2012 - 07-21-2012

California Theatre Center

http://www.ctcinc.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre - 550 E Remington Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $10-$26 per show6-ticket coupon: $9612-ticket coupon: $168

408-245-2978

boxoffice@ctcinc.org

http://www.ctcinc.org/2012_Rep.html

Start Time(s): Performances June 28 (Preview), June 29 (Opening), July 5, 13, 20 at 7:30pm; and July 1, 15 and 21 at 3pm

You may remember the adaptation of this play which became the famous Hitchcock movie by the same name The wealthy Margot Wendice has convinced her professional tennis player husband to give up playing to spend more time with her However, since Tony Wendice has married his wife for her money, he decides to do away with her for exactly the same reason! Revenge and avarice lead him to plot the perfect murder, but things do not turn out exactly as he plans; when his scheme goes disastrously wrong, he finds himself in a suspenseful game of cat and mouse to stay one step ahead of a determined police detective and a suspicious mystery writer from Margot's past who is out to uncover the truth]]>

The Bells Are Ringing

06-23-2012 - 07-21-2012

6

West Valley Light Opera

http://www.wvlo.org/

Saratoga Civic Theater - 13777 Fruitvale Avenue Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $18-$33

408-268-3777

wvlo@wvlo.org

http://www.wvlo.org

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm Sat: 8pm*&nbsp; (*7/7 is at 2:30pm) Sun: 2:30pm

Returning to this theatre after a long absence, this award-winning musical comedy is our final show of the season Bells Are Ringing takes you back to a time before answering machines and high technology, when a real person answered your ringing telephone for you if you couldn't do it yourself Welcome to "Susanswerphone" where the lines are blurred between doing a job and eavesdropping This musical opened on Broadway in 1956 starring Judy Holliday and Sydney Chaplin and received solid reviews, four Tony nominations, and two Tony awards It was revived on Broadway in 2001 with Faith Prince as Ella Peterson, the switchboard operator The story and musical numbers are delightful and uplifting and include "Just In Time," "Better Than A Dream," "Drop That Name," and "A Simple Little System" which keep the cast and audiences smiling]]>

Showdown at the Sugar Cane Saloon - Hot Dog Suppertime Show

07-05-2012 - 07-21-2012

6

Palo Alto Children's Theatre

http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/childrenstheatre

Palo Alto Children's Theatre - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $10-$12

650-463-4970

Start Time(s): Wed-Sun: 6:30pm

Business is slow at the Sugarcane Saloon as a visit from the pirate Orange Marmalade has everyone hiding indoors When a band of villains arrives in town to meet the pirate, the Sugarcane Saloon becomes the setting for chases, disguises, and musical high jinks This musical melodrama by Joseph Robinette is sure to please the entire family Presented as part of the Palo Alto Children's Theatre's Hotdog Suppertime shows, families are invited to bring a picnic or purchase dinner, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy this show at the outdoor Magic Castle Stage Shows are recommended for children 4 and up]]>

Bye, Bye Birdie

07-13-2012 - 07-22-2012

Children's Musical Theater San Jose

http://www.cmtsj.org

Montgomery Theater - 271 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $15-$18

408-792-4111

Start Time(s): Thurs, Fri: 7pm Sat: 2pm, 7pm Sun: 1pm, 6pm

What screams summer more than Bye, Bye Birdie? This musical theater classic takes you back to the 1950's as teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie promises one final kiss to an adoring fan before he heads into the army Exhilarating production numbers including Telephone Hour, We've Got a Lot of Livin' to Do, and Put on a Happy Face will make this a fan-tastic production for all!]]>

A Year with Frog and Toad - Children's Theatre

07-14-2012 - 07-22-2012

6

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.pytnet.org

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $10-$20

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.ci.mtnview.ca.us/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): Thurs: 10am Fri: 10am, 7:30pm Sat: 2pm, 7:30pm Sun: 1pm -plus- Sun 7/15: 6:30pm

Frog and Toad are the best of friends, and in this magical musical journey they celebrate the joys of everyday life over the course of a year: flying a kite, eating cookies, telling scary stories A trio of wisecracking birds and a snail on a mission help bring the children's books by Arnold Lobel to life]]>

Royall Tyler's The Contrast - CTC Summer Rep 2012

06-14-2012 - 07-22-2012

California Theatre Center

http://www.ctcinc.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre - 550 E Remington Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $10-$26 per show6-ticket coupon: $9612-ticket coupon: $168

408-245-2978

boxoffice@ctcinc.org

http://www.ctcinc.org/2012_Rep.html

Start Time(s): Performances on June 14 (Preview), June 15 (Opening), June 16, 21, 23, July 7, 14, 19 at 7:30pm; and June 17 and July 22 at 3pm

The Contrast is set in 1787, after the Revolutionary War, but don't let this fool you! The play has plenty of things we can relate to in twenty-first century America, like the theme of home-made versus foreign goods and ideas The new country faces new challenges of self-definition, and these Americans were actively involved in a debate on moral behaviors, economic liberties, and standards of education for their young country Enter Maria Van Rough--a "dangerously well-read" young lady, betrothed as a child to Billy Dimple, a foppish lothario just returned from Europe Falling in love instead with earnest soldier Henry Manly further complicates Maria's life in a world of contrasts and characters which include two calculating belles, a scheming servant, a naive bumpkin, and a boorish old father The contrasts between old and young, integrity and pretense, tradition and innovation, city and country living, and high and low society has never been more fun!]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session III

07-09-2012 - 07-22-2012

5

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $495 General Registration (Half-Day option: $400 from 9am-12pm) $425 Early Registration (Half-Day option: $375 from 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

jennifer@tabardtheatre.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225548

Start Time(s): Camp (7/9-7/20): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half day option and extended care are available) Show (7/20-7/22): Camp produces a show, &quot;Pirates! The Musical&quot;

Center Stage: two-week performing arts camp (July 9-20, 2012) This two-week, full-day, musical theater adventure was created for youth of all skill levels! Space is limited Each day provides opportunities in process-based and student-focused workshops followed by afternoon rehearsals for a staged musical theater production Each session concludes with a weekend of public performances at Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Enrollment open to ages 7-14 Note: Half-day option does not include participation in musical theatre production Session 3 will produce "Pirates, The Musical" the weekend of July 20th We're off to sail the rollicking sea, pirates all are we! "But Arrrr! and Shiver me timbers! There's a stowaway on board! Perhaps the King of the High C's will know what to do" Join the salty crew of colorful scallywags as they hoist the Jolly Roger and set sail for a mighty adventure!]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

07-22-2012 - 07-22-2012

San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 12pm-3pm

You’ve seen San Jose Taiko play--now it's your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko's style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

Der Rosenkavalier - The Met Encore Screening (Redwood City)

07-25-2012 - 07-25-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-701-1341

http://www.fandango.com/century20downtownredwoodcityandxd_aaubf/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Strauss's comic masterpiece of love and intrigue in 18th-century Vienna, Der Rosenkavalier, stars Renee Fleming as the aristocratic Marschallin and Susan Graham in the trouser role of her young lover Edo de Waart conducts a cast that also includes Kristinn Sigmundsson and Thomas Allen]]>

Der Rosenkavalier - The Met Encore Screening (San Mateo)

07-25-2012 - 07-25-2012

3

NCM Fathom

http://www.fathomevents.com/upcoming/

Admission: $13-$15

650-558-0512

http://www.fandango.com/century12downtownsanmateo_aaqsg/theaterpage

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Strauss's comic masterpiece of love and intrigue in 18th-century Vienna, Der Rosenkavalier, stars Renee Fleming as the aristocratic Marschallin and Susan Graham in the trouser role of her young lover Edo de Waart conducts a cast that also includes Kristinn Sigmundsson and Thomas Allen]]>

Kids Kabaret

07-25-2012 - 07-25-2012

3

Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $8-$12

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): 1pm

Award-winning cabaret and theatre star Samantha Samuels brings her popular Children's Theatre program to The Firehouse Arts Center this summer featuring a cast of talented young stars and students from the Contra Costa and Pleasanton area The show is designed for, with, and by kids for a variety-adventure into live theatre that is set to original songs by award-winning composers Steven Shore and Eric Vetro With singing, dancing, audience participation, and featured specialty acts, Kids Kabaret has been endorsed by many, including teachers, administrators and parents It has been praised as innovative, educational, and fun-filled entertainment for kids 3-8 years and up Samatha Samuels is established as one of the most accomplished cabaret artists in the country, with countless honors and awards to her credit In concert, she performed regularly with Joan Rivers, and shared the stage with Robin Williams, Howie Mandell, and Bonnie Raitt She has become a distinctive voice in children's music with Kabaret for Kids, and is the popular perennial host of the annual Bay Area Kidfest events A featured song in this program, The Wish Song, is featured on the CD Unexpected Dreams - Songs from the Stars, performed by the Tony Award-winning star of Broadway's Hairspray, Marissa Jaret Winoker Come enjoy a fun-filled, entertainment afternoon for the whole family!]]>

Gulliver's Travels

07-24-2012 - 07-26-2012

4

Roberta Jones Junior Theatre

http://www.rjjt.org

Mission City Center for Performing Arts - 3250 Monroe Street Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $5-$8

408-615-3161

https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?e=7939f5f112be954f1ac69fdf666590d5&t=tix

Start Time(s): Tues-Thurs: 7pm

"Many, many years ago there lived a man named Gulliver The spirit of adventure burned deeply within him He longed to sail the seven seas in ships with masts as high as the eye could see" Enjoy this delightful adaptation of the classic Jonathan Swift novel as brought to life in a hilarious and thoughtful adaptation with book, music and lyrics by Ben Finn]]>

Hansel and Gretel - Children's Theatre in the Park

07-27-2012 - 07-27-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Join Hansel and Gretel as they make their way through the spooky forest meeting dwarfs, elves, fairies, a princess and, of course, a witch! This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

Camp Shakespeare - Youth Performance Camp

07-16-2012 - 07-27-2012

5

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://www.lgsrecreation.org

Oak Meadow Park - 200 Blossom Hill Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: $300 (no additional materials fees)

408-354-8700

info@lgsrecreation.org

http://www.lgsrecreation.org

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9:30am-2:30pm Evening performance on July 30 at 7pm

The creative minds behind the Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival bring you Camp Shakespeare! This unique camp experience is for kids aged 8-14 who want to discover theatre through the works of one of the greatest writers in the English language Students will learn about what it was like in William Shakespeare's time--as an actor, as a kid, and in everyday life We'll also use Shakespeare's plays and characters as a springboard into the wonderful world of acting Students will gain confidence, learn to express themselves, and experience working as a team through dramatic games, creative movement and voice exercises, as well as classical scenework The camp will culminate with a performance of a medley of Shakespeare's work performed by the kids on the Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival's stage Please make sure kids are dressed in clothes they can easily move in, are thoroughly sunscreened, and bring a sack lunch with a bottle of water each day At the end of the camp, a special performance will be held on the Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival's main stage, for friends and family on Monday, July 30 at 7pm (free admission) To register, please visit the Official Site Camps can be found under Summer Camps>Performance Theatre & Arts Or Call LGS Recreation at 408-354-8700]]>

Creative Dramatics Summer Workshops - Six Two-Week Sessions

06-18-2012 - 07-27-2012

5

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com/education/cdsw/index.php

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $275 per participant for Sessions 1, 2, 5, 6 $250 for Sessions 3, 4

(408) 367-7291

http://ticketing.sjrep.com/auxiliary/psDetail.aspx?psn=2912

Start Time(s): Session I (5-7 Year Olds) June 18- 29, 9:00am &ndash; 12:00pm Session II (11-13 Year Olds) June 18 - 29, 1:30pm &ndash; 4:30pm Session III (8-10 Year Olds) July 2- 13, 9:00am &ndash; 12:00pm Session IV (14-17 Year Olds) July 2- 13, 1:30pm &ndash; 4:30pm Session V (5-7 Year Olds) July 16 - 27, 9:00am &ndash; 12:00pm Session VI (11-13 Year Olds) July 16 - 27,1:30pm &ndash; 4:30pm

Led by San Jose Repertory Theatre professionals, participants will develop their improvisational acting and play building skills The first week will focus on character creation, communication, scene building, storytelling, and collaborative nature of the improvisational process During week two, participants will exercise those skills while developing a short play or improv showcase! For age ranges, please see Dates & Times section]]>

Family Fandango

07-28-2012 - 07-28-2012

6

Santa Clara County Parks

http://www.parkhere.org

Admission: Free Admission

408-846-5632

Start Time(s): 5pm-8pm

Family Fandango is a family-oriented evening highlighting 1770-1870 California Learn about life in long ago times with members of the Muwekma Ohlone Tribe of the San Francisco Bay Area  There will be Folklorico dancing Come dress like Alta California colonists, create pottery, explore adobe brick activity, investigate Meson del Minero/Trading Post, and participate in pretend branding, roping, crafts, and more!]]>

Hairspray - Children's Theatre

07-20-2012 - 07-28-2012

6

Milpitas Rainbow Theatre

http://www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov/_pdfs/rec_rt_upcoming_production.pdf

Milpitas Community Center - 457 E Calaveras Boulevard Milpitas CA 95035

Admission: $6-$12

408-586-2774

Start Time(s): Wed-Fri: 7:30pm Sat*-Sun: 2:30pm *Sat 7/21: 2:30pm &amp; 7:30pm

Hairspray delights audiences by sweeping them away to 1960's Baltimore, where the 50's are out and change is in the air Loveable plus-size heroine, Tracy Turnblad, has a passion for dancing, and wins a spot on the local television dance program, The Corny Collins Show Overnight she finds herself transformed from outsider to teen celebrity Can a larger-than-life adolescent manage to vanquish the program's reigning princess, intergrate the television show, and find true love (singing and dancing all the while, of course) without mussing her hair?]]>

Shepard and the American West - Stanford Summer Theater Symposium

07-28-2012 - 07-28-2012

6

Stanford Summer Theater

http://www.stanford.edu/group/summertheater/cgi-bin/sst/symposium

Pigott Theater - 551 Serra Mall Stanford CA 94305-5010

Admission: Free Register at http://continuingstudiesstanfordedu

650-723-0485

Start Time(s): 9:30am-5pm

Stanford Summer Theater's 2012 Sam Shepard Festival includes a community symposium focusing on Shepard and the American West Sponsored by Stanford's Continuing Studies Program, this all-day event culminates in the evening performance of "Curse of the Starving Class" The Symposium includes lectures, performances of some Shepard short plays, a panel discussion with Stanford Summer Theater artists, and a wild-west barbecue Professor Frank Murray (Performing Arts Department, Saint Mary's College of California) will deliver the keynote address Panelists include Emma Creedon (Humanities Institute of Ireland, University College, Dublin), Stanford Professors Bill Eddelman, Rush Rehm, and Adrian Daub, and Stanford Summer Theater guest artists Marty Pistone, Courtney Walsh, and Ben Fisher For more information about Stanford Summer Theater and our 14th season--the 2012 Sam Shepard Festival--visit our website at sststanfordedu or phone 650-723-0485]]>

Betrayal by Harold Pinter

07-13-2012 - 07-28-2012

6

Only Connect Theatre Company

http://www.askingfordirection.com

Dragon Theatre - 535 Alma Street Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $25 adults $20 students and seniors (+65)

800-838-3006

http://www.brownpapertickets.com

Start Time(s): 8pm Thursday 8pm Friday 8pm Saturday 2pm Sunday

Robert and Emma are married Robert and Jerry are best friends Emma and Jerry are lovers A classic love triangle is told in reverse chronological order, stripping away the layers of betrayal and deceit that build up around marital infidelity Wry humor mixes with moments of bleak despair in this compelling, unforgettable drama David Koppel, Brendan McCall and Diahanna Davidson star in this classic production, directed by Jenny Hollingworth]]>

Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

06-06-2012 - 07-29-2012

San Jose Stage Company

http://www.thestage.org

San Jose Stage Theater - 490 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $25-$50

(408) 283-7142

boxoffice@thestage.org

http://www.thestage.org

Start Time(s): Wednesday & Thursday: 7:30pmFriday & Saturday: 8:00pmSunday: 2:00pm

Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson tells the story of America's first political maverick An exhilarating and white-knuckled look at one of our nation's founding rock stars, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson recreates and reinvents the life of "Old Hickory," from his humble beginnings on the Tennessee frontier to his days as our seventh Commander-in-Chief It also asks the question, is wanting to have a beer with someone reason enough to elect him? What if he's really, really hot?]]>

Djerassi Program Open House

07-29-2012 - 07-29-2012

Djerassi Resident Artists Program

http://www.djerassi.org/openhouse.html

Djerassi Resident Artists Program - 2325 Bear Gulch Road Woodside CA 94062

Admission: $30 for adults Free for children 12 and under Reservations are required

650-747-1250

drap@djerassi.org

http://www.djerassi.org/openhouse.html

Start Time(s): 1pm-5pm

The Open House, Open Studios event marks the one day of the year that the Djerassi Program's Artists' Barn and private grounds are open to the general public Attendees are invited to meet the current resident artists, walk the stunning natural landscape, and view panoramic Pacific Ocean vistas The afternoon includes open artists' studios, dance and music performances, literary readings, and self-guided tours of the site-specific sculpture collection located on winding trails among ancient redwoods and oak trees, rolling hills, and fern-shaded glens Delectable light fare prepared by the Program's gourmet chef will be served throughout the day]]>

Little Shop of Horrors

07-20-2012 - 07-29-2012

San Carlos Children's Theater

http://www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com

Admission: See Official Site

650-594-2730

donna@sancarloschildrenstheater.com

Start Time(s): Fri-Sun: 7pm

A down-and-out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood Soon "Audrey II" grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who offers him fame and fortune in exchange for feeding its growing appetite, finally revealing itself to be an alien creature poised for global domination!  ]]>

The Velveteen Rabbit

07-20-2012 - 07-29-2012

San Carlos Children's Theater

http://www.sancarloschildrenstheater.com

Admission: See Official Site

650-594-2730

donna@sancarloschildrenstheater.com

Start Time(s): Fri-Sun: 1pm

This enchanting version of the classic children's story will touch your heart Unbeknownst to Andrew's grumpy nursemaid, there is a life to the playthings on the floor and in the toy cabinet when the lights go out in the nursery--Timothy Lion, Train Engine, Skin Horse, Model Boat, and Velveteen Rabbit all spring to life Actors represent the "spirit" of each toy--chattering, bickering, and sharing their feelings in hilarious and touching interactions With narration by the tender and grandfatherly Skin Horse Spirit, you'll laugh and cry along with the characters as they endure the trials and tribulations of their unique experiences--especially the Rabbit Spirit, who learns about love when he gains the affection of the young boy The raggedy stuffed bunny is with him every moment until Andrew comes down with scarlet fever and the doctor orders all bedding, including the much-loved toy, to be burned Rabbit Spirit escapes that terrible fate by a "hare," finding himself among the wild rabbits and the beautiful nursery magic fairy This adaptation creatively and beautifully renders for the stage the miraculous story of a stuffed animal made real by a child's love and a little magic]]>

The Marvelous Wonderettes

07-12-2012 - 07-29-2012

Broadway By The Bay

http://www.broadwaybythebay.org/

Fox Theatre - 2215 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $22-$48

650-579-5565 ex1

info@bbbay.org

http://www.broadwaybythebay.org/on-stage/performances/the-marvelous-wonderettes/

Start Time(s): Thurs*-Sat: 8pm Sat (7/21, 7/28): 2pm &amp; 8pm Sun: 2pm *No Show on 7/26

Meet The Marvelous Wonderettes--four girls with hopes and dreams as colorful as their crinoline skirts This charming, must-take, musical trip down memory lane features the hit pop-tunes of the 50s and 60s including Mr Sandman, Lollipop, It's My Party, Leader of the Pack, Secret Love, Son Of A Preacher Man, Respect, and many, many more Come see why the New York Times called the Wonderettes “effervescent and irresistible! An utter charm!"]]>

Circus Bella

07-29-2012 - 07-29-2012

Montalvo Arts Center

http://www.montalvoarts.org

Montalvo Arts Center - 15400 Montalvo Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $8-$20

408-961-5858

http://www.montalvoarts.org/events/circus_bella/

Start Time(s): 12pm&nbsp; Pre-Show Activities 2pm&nbsp; Performance

Circus Bella is an open air, one-ring circus featuring contemporary, high-level acts set to an original score performed by live musicians David Hunt and Abigail Munn created Circus Bella in the spring of 2008 to respond to a shared dream for accessible and high quality circus in the Bay Area Together, with band director and composer Rob Reich, they assembled themselves into an ensemble company of nine performing artists and a quartet of musicians That fall, Circus Bella performed three dates in San Francisco In 2009, Circus Bella expanded its company and created Doink!, its first 60-minute production Doink! premiered at Yerba Buena Gardens and went on to show at five other outdoor public locations in Oakland and San Francisco The momentum continues as Circus Bella plans for its 2012 season with this first appearance at Montalvo Arts Center Pre-show activities and fun on the Great Lawn will be available before the performance, including games, facepainting, juggling, clowns, and lots more!]]>

Lies My Mother Told Me - Dinner Cabaret Show

07-22-2012 - 07-29-2012

Dented Can Cabaret

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/entertainment.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $30 $15 in advance -plus- Dinner or two item minimum Table reservations required

650-365-3226

http://angelicasbistro.com/entertainment.htm

Start Time(s): Sun: 7:30pm

Lies My Mother Told Me is the story of an old-fashioned girl looking for Happily Ever After in the digital age Once upon a time, there was a girl who believed in Wishes, True Love's Kiss, and Happily Ever After Then she grew up and learned that a frog is just a frog, though sometimes he's a handsy little weasel Too many fairy tales had her looking for a Fairy Godmother to wave her wand and grant a happy ending--but it is the digital age How and where do wishes, magic, and love fit? This is the story of looking for love in all the wrong places and the comedy of errors that ensues when an old-fashioned girl fishes for love on the internet only to learn that sometimes your Ever After is right where you left it This is not your mother's cabaret; this is stand up cabaret--where comedy and musical theater collide]]>

Murder Among the Stars - Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre

07-29-2012 - 07-29-2012

GibsonHouse Mystery Performers

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/entertainment.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $65 (includes All-You-Can-Eat Gourmet Buffet) Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ticket_portal.htm

Start Time(s): Dinner Seating: 5:30pm-6:30pm Show: 7pm

The cast members of a scheduled murder-mystery play have not shown up because their van broke down several miles away In attendance is world famous astrologer Madame Zodiak, who has gracefully consented to entertain the audience until the players arrive While she is speaking, or attempting to speak, she dies before everyone's very eyes--apparently she was poisoned Also in attendance are: her new husband, Taurus; her scatterbrained assistant, Gemini; and a heckler from the audience, Professor Leo Turnbull It will be up to the young security guard, Horace Cope, to help solve this crime]]>

One-Man Lord of the Rings

07-24-2012 - 07-29-2012

6

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com/plays/1112/omlotr/

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $30-$57

http://ticketing.sjrep.com/single/psDetail.aspx?ps

Start Time(s): Tues, Wed: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat: 3pm Sun: 2pm

Charles Ross recreates the full trilogy from the Shire to the fire Best known as the mastermind behind his world-wide smash hit One-Man Star Wars, Charles Ross returns to San Jose Rep to retell the most loved epic adventure of all time in a way that only Charles can In just 60 minutes of unbelievable energy, Charles will recreate the entire Lord of the Rings trilogy from the Shire to the fire and everywhere in between Riveting stage fights, harrowing rescues, and brilliant sound efects, are all re-enacted with such hilarious speed it is truly an amazing spectacle to watch "If you liked Lord of the Rings, you'll love Charlie Ross' version" - Sir Ian McKellan (Gandalf )]]>

Boris Godunov - Opera on Film

07-29-2012 - 07-31-2012

2

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

Modest Mussorgsky's Boris Godunov is considered the most important Russian opera ever written Mussorgsky rejected Western conventions in classical music, instead forging a uniquely Russian style that gives Boris Godunov its arresting and unforgettable sound Starring Orlin Anastassov as the titular Czar of Russia, Ian Storey as the Pretender to the Throne, and Peter Bronder as Prince Shuysky, with Gianandrea Noseda at the podium, this production is performed from the Teatro Regio di Torino]]>

Tri-Valley High, The Series Creatures of Impulse Improv Comedy - Wednesdays

07-11-2012 - 08-01-2012

3

Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $8-$15 $5-$10 in advance

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): Wed: 7:30pm

Your favorite summer time obsession is back! Come and see the second season of Creatures of Impulse's most talked about format to date: a live, improvised, and episodic teen soap opera For four Wednesday evenings, you will follow the same characters, stories, and mesmerizing teen angst as they play out the story of teen life in America You will help create the characters, location, and plot for this interactive and unscripted adventure Don't miss an episode, from the season premier to the season finale! This show is best suited for audiences ages 12 and up]]>

Youth Performing Arts Camp - Session IV

07-23-2012 - 08-03-2012

5

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org/YPASCfolder/SummerYouthProgram2012.pdf

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $495 General Registration (Half-Day option: $400 from 9am-12pm) $425 Early Registration (Half-Day option: $375 from 9am-12pm) before 4/30/12

408-768-0315

jennifer@tabardtheatre.org

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/225558

Start Time(s): Camp (7/23-8/3): Mon-Fri: 9am-3pm (half day option and extended care are available) Show (8/3-8/5) Camp produces a show, &quot;Thwacked!&quot;

Center Stage: two-week performing arts camp (July 23-August 3, 2012) This two-week, full-day, musical theater adventure was created for youth of all skill levels! Space is limited Each day provides opportunities in process-based and student-focused workshops followed by afternoon rehearsals for a staged musical theater production Each session concludes with a weekend of public performances at Theatre on San Pedro Square, downtown San Jose Enrollment open to ages 7-14 Note: Half-day option does not include participation in musical theatre production Session IV will produce "Thwacked" the weekend of August 3rd Thwacked! (A Fractured Tale of Frogs, Folks, and Falling Skies) Talking frogs? A falling sky? A town full of confused folk? What is really happening and who can answer these questions? The librarian? The coach? The Mayor and town council? The sweet and smart-thinking Rachel? With song, dance, and a fast-moving script, "Thwacked" unfolds to reveal these and many other delightful characters as they attempt to unravel the mystery in their fairytale world This musical delights audiences with amusing dialogue, charming songs, and a clever story]]>

The Jungle Book - Children's Theatre in the Park

08-03-2012 - 08-03-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Join man-cub Mowgli as he learns the law of the jungle with his friends Baloo and Bagheera in the timeless story, The Jungle Book This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

Tri Valley High Heroes and Villians - Creatures of Impulse, Teen Improv Troupe

08-03-2012 - 08-04-2012

6

Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $8-$15 $5-$10 in advance

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): Fri: 7:30pm Sat: 2pm, 7:30pm

This teen superhero themed improv show will be presented by Creatures of Impulse, Teen Improv Troupe With great power comes great responsibility--and a really great improv show! The audience will help inspire the characters, stories, and superpowers Each night will bring a different improvised story as the audience sees what happens when teens are given superhuman abilities Come and see Creatures of Impulse bring a superhero comic book to life through the art of long-form improv]]>

Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella - Hot Dog Suppertime Show

07-25-2012 - 08-04-2012

6

Palo Alto Children's Theatre

http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/childrenstheatre

Palo Alto Children's Theatre - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $10-$12

650-463-4970

Start Time(s): Wed-Sun: 6:30pm

First presented on television starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium It has been elegantly adapted for the stage, with great warmth and a touch of hilarity The hearts of children and adults are guaranteed to soar when the slipper fits Presented as part of the Palo Alto Children's Theatre's Hotdog Suppertime shows, families are invited to bring a picnic or purchase dinner, find a spot on the lawn, and enjoy this show at the outdoor Magic Castle Stage Shows are recommended for children 4 and up]]>

Xanadu

07-27-2012 - 08-05-2012

Children's Musical Theater San Jose

http://www.cmtsj.org

Montgomery Theater - 271 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $16-$23

408-792-4111

Start Time(s): Thurs, Fri: 7pm Sat: 2pm, 7pm Sun: 1pm, 6pm* *7/29 only

Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time--the first Roller Disco It is 1980, after all! When Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation and chaos abounds This hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you, promises to become a new Children's Musical Theater hit! You'll want to keep the music in your head, and Xanadu in your heart, forever]]>

Hairspray - Peninsula Youth Theatre

07-28-2012 - 08-05-2012

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.pytnet.org

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $18-$22

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.ci.mtnview.ca.us/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): Fri: 7:30pm Sat: 2pm, 7:30pm Sun: 1pm -plus- Sun 7/29: 6:30pm

Tracy Turnblat is a plus-size teen with super-sized hair who turns segregated Baltimore on its ear when she's cast as a dancer on the Corny Collins show Not content with making one dream come true, Tracy's on a mission to prove that kids of any color or size can boogie with the best of them!]]>

San Jose Renaissance Faire

08-04-2012 - 08-05-2012

Renaissance Productions

http://www.sanjosefaire.com

Admission: $17 for adults $12 for seniors, military, ages 13-17 $7 for children 6-12 Free for children under 6

415-354-1773

http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/EventListings.action?orgId=13802

Start Time(s): Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: 10am-5pm

If you love Renaissance Faires, this full scale, interactive experience is not to be missed San Jose Renaissance Faire offers you a chance to visit the days of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I! See about 800 costumed performers bring Shakespeare's England to life with parades, pageants, and fun townsfolke, offering continuous entertainment of spectacular variety spread throughout the village You'll enjoy musicians, jugglers, and the ribaldry of actors drawing you even deeper into the Renaissance Around 100 artisans display beautifully crafted masterpieces in the village, plenty of variety for even the most discerning shopper See brave and bold knights competing for the favor of the Her Majesty's Court and for their lady's affection during any one of two full-contact jousts held in the Queen's Tiltyard each day! Whether you thirst or hunger for a Turkey leg or a chocolate dipped strawberries on a stick, an amazing gourmet foods and a dozen delicious drinks will satisfy your taste buds to give them a try]]>

Henry V - Free Shakespeare in the Park (Cupertino)

07-21-2012 - 08-05-2012

The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival

http://www.sfshakes.org/park/index.html

Memorial Park - Cupertino - Stevens Creek Boulevard and Mary Avenue Cupertino CA 95014

Admission: Free

800-978-PLAY

Start Time(s): Fri-Sun: 7:30pm

Free Shakespeare in the Park began in 1983 with its debut production of The Tempest in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco It is now one of the major free Shakespeare programs in the nation Produced every year in multiple cities from July through September, Free Shakespeare in the Park provides an opportunity for everyone to see high quality, professional theater free of charge]]>

Bones - New Play Series

08-07-2012 - 08-07-2012

2

City Lights Theater Company

http://cltc.org/footer-opportunities/new-play-series/

City Lights Theater - 529 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $5-$10

408-295-4200

citylights@cltc.org

Start Time(s): 8pm

Bones, written by Ross Peter Nelson, follows Daniel Patterson who has just met and fallen for Kim, a pretty marine biologist The anxiety of this new relationship triggers a breakdown in which Daniel is forced to confront his past It appears before him in the form of Claire, whose sexual initiation of Daniel threw him into turmoil of emotions about her and his best friend Corey, who was also Claire's brother When Daniel's behavior frightens Kim away, his friend Julie attempts to keep him grounded, but Daniel is compelled to relive the events that led to Claire's suicide]]>

Alice in Wonderland - Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival

07-22-2012 - 08-09-2012

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://www.lgshakes.org

Oak Meadow Park - 200 Blossom Hill Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: $22 adults $15 youths (under 18) and seniors (60 and over)

800-838-3006

fteshakes@gmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/237402

Start Time(s): Sun 7/22: 8pm Fri 7/27: 8pm Sat 8/4: 8pm Thurs 8/9: 8pm

This is an original stage adaptation by Bruce W De Les Dernier Can Alice keep her head through jousting knights, dueling twins, a monster in the forest and a mad, mad tea party? Join us for this fast-paced romp through Wonderland that will excite young and old alike--directed by Bruce W De Les Dernier This production is part of the 11th Annual Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival, along with Romeo and Juliet and The Two Gentlemen of Verona Performances take place in an all-outdoor venue in the beautiful setting of Oak Meadow Park located at the corner of Blossom Hill Road and University Avenue Amphitheater-style seating is provided, with wheelchair seating available]]>

The Two Gentlemen of Verona Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival

07-20-2012 - 08-10-2012

6

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://www.lgshakes.org

Oak Meadow Park - 200 Blossom Hill Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: $22 adults $15 youths (under 18) and seniors (60 and over)

800-838-3006

fteshakes@gmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/237394

Start Time(s): Fri 7/20: 8pm Sat 7/28: 8pm Sun 8/5: 8pm Fri 8/10: 8pm

Boy meets girl, boy meets another girl, boy thinks he can get away with it In this delicious comedy, Shakespeare explores love Italian style Festival Theatre Ensemble sets this tale of love in the Swingin' 60s Lounge music, Italian suits, and mini-skirts included--directed by Rachel Bakker This production is part of the 11th Annual Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival, along with Romeo and Juliet and an original adaptation of Alice in Wonderland Performances take place in an all-outdoor venue in the beautiful setting of Oak Meadow Park located at the corner of Blossom Hill Road and University Avenue Amphitheater-style seating is provided, with wheelchair seating available Parking is available in the Oak Meadow lot, or on University Avenue Avoid the Vasona Park lot, which is locked before the shows end each night]]>

The Pied Piper of Hamelin - Children's Theatre in the Park

08-10-2012 - 08-10-2012

5

Peninsula Youth Theatre

http://www.mountainview.gov/mvcpa/jul12.html

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: Free

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

Start Time(s): 6:30pm

Rats are taking over Hamelin, until the Pied Piper comes along and lures them out of town with a tune However, he vows revenge when the townspeople won't pay the bill! This show is part of the Children's Theatre in the Park series where you can enjoy free children's theatre all summer long in the Center's outdoor ParkStage, located adjacent to Pioneer Park You'll see a different 45-minute production each week performed by the children from Peninsula Youth Theatre's "Theatre in the Park" summer camp program Bring the kids, a picnic dinner, and a blanket to sit on for a fun way to end the week for the whole family]]>

Upright Grand

07-11-2012 - 08-10-2012

6

TheatreWorks

http://www.theatreworks.org

Lucie Stern Community Theatre and Center - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $22-$47 (Prices subject to change)

650-463-1960

http://www.theatreworks.org/box-office/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Tues, Wed: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm <i>and/or</i> 8pm Sun: 2pm <i>and/or</i> 7pm

Dad tickles ivories in a dive Daughter dazzles concert halls Between them the bittersweet counterpoint of parent and child, respect and rebellion, dream and disappointment plays out in the key of life Funny and profound, this music-filled family drama puts a piano and its passionate players center stage in a masterpiece for four hands Upright Grand comes from the author of Auctioning the Ainsleys]]>

Romeo and Juliet Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival

07-21-2012 - 08-11-2012

6

Festival Theatre Ensemble

http://lgshakes.org

Oak Meadow Park - 200 Blossom Hill Road Los Gatos CA 95032

Admission: $22 adults $15 youths (under 18) and seniors (60 and over)

800-838-3006

fteshakes@gmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/234979

Start Time(s): Sat 7/21: 8pm Sun 7/29: 8pm Fri 8/3: 8pm Sat 8/11: 8pm

Festival Theatre Ensemble takes great pride in bringing this powerful story of love, hate, loyalty and blood to our audiences, continuing our tradition of breathtaking sword play and unforgettable performances--directed by Bruce W De Les Dernier This production is part of the 11th Annual Los Gatos Shakespeare Festival, along with The Two Gentlemen of Verona and an original adaptation of Alice in Wonderland Performances take place in an all-outdoor venue in the beautiful setting of Oak Meadow Park located at the corner of Blossom Hill Road and University Avenue Amphitheater-style seating is provided, with wheelchair seating available Parking is available in the Oak Meadow lot, or on University Avenue Avoid the Vasona Park lot, which is locked before the shows end each night]]>

Blue Blanket Improv's Comedy Show

08-11-2012 - 08-11-2012

6

Blue Blanket Improv

http://www.BlueBlanketImprov.com

Admission: Adults $10 Youth (12 and under) $5

650-712-0718

BlueBlanketImprov@hotmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/221804

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Doors 7:30pm&nbsp; Show

In this fun comedy show for the entire family, no performance is ever the same Each is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions!]]>

Rapunzel

08-09-2012 - 08-12-2012

6

Children's Musical Theater San Jose

http://www.cmtsj.org

Montgomery Theater - 271 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $15-$18

408-792-4111

Start Time(s): Thurs, Fri: 7pm Sat: 2pm, 7pm Sun: 1pm, 6pm

This witty, tongue-in-cheek retelling of a perennial favorite gives us a possessive mother who happens to be a witch, a tentative young man who happens to be a prince, and a strong-willed but naive young girl with the longest hair you're ever likely to come across--not to mention a contemporary moral about parent-child relationships which will have young audiences rejoicing With a book and lyrics by two creators of the hit television show Friends, you can rest assured that this fairy tale isn't going to be business as usual!]]>

Sam Shepard's Curse of the Starving Class

07-19-2012 - 08-12-2012

6

Stanford Summer Theater

http://www.stanford.edu/group/summertheater/cgi-bin/sst/

Pigott Theater - 551 Serra Mall Stanford CA 94305-5010

Admission: $25 $15 for seniors and students

650-723-0485

sst@stanford.edu

http://www.stanford.edu/group/summertheater/cgi-bin/sst/tickets

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm (a post-show discussion follows each matinee performance)

Starring Stanford Summer Theater veterans Marty Pistone, Courtney Walsh, Ben Fisher, and Max Sosna-Spear, "Curse of the Starving Class" is a comedy with a difference An American family filled with strangely lovable characters lives out its delusions and fantasies with hilarious energy and willful denial Like a lottery whose payoff rises each week but no one ever wins the jackpot, "Curse of the Starving Class" leads us over the rainbow, always hungry for something more, and for some way home Written in 1976, "Curse of the Starving Class" is eerily prophetic, its world built on bad loans, speculation in land and real estate, and the little man's struggle against the corporate "zombies" who run the country into the ground while laughing their way to the bank A hilarious, brilliantly crafted, and deeply affecting play, "Curse of the Starving Class" takes us back through our cultural history and forward towards our wildest dreams]]>

The Mikado

08-11-2012 - 08-12-2012

Lamplighters Music Theatre

http://www.lamplighters.org/

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $18-$52

650-903-6000

performingarts@mvcpa.com

http://www.ci.mtnview.ca.us/mvcpa/schedule.html

Start Time(s): Sat: 2pm, 8pm Sun: 2pm

Gilbert and Sullivan's greatest hit, The Mikado, is arguably the most popular musical comedy in the history of the English language A hilarious, topsy-turvy tale set in the make-believe Japanese town of Titipu Live orchestra, gorgeous sets and costumes, and the amazing voices of The Lamplighters make this a performance not to be missed!]]>

Raymonda - Ballet on Film

08-12-2012 - 08-14-2012

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

This three-act ballet featuring Glazunov's glorious score tells the story of Raymonda, the niece of a French countess and betrothed to the knight Jean de Brienne Separated by Jean's commitment to aid King Andrei II in medieval times, another suitor is so dazzled by Raymonda's beauty that he attempts to abduct her Filled with color, grand effects, and a rousing duel, Raymonda features choreography by Yuri Grigorovich, broadcast from the Bolshoi Ballet, Moscow]]>

Montalvo Summer Camps 2012 - Visual and Performing Arts

06-11-2012 - 08-17-2012

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Montalvo Arts Center

http://www.montalvoarts.org

Montalvo Arts Center - 15400 Montalvo Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: $175-$400

408-961-5858

http://www.ultracamp.com/info/upcomingsessions.aspx?idCamp=302&campCode=mac

Start Time(s): Mon-Fri: 9am-4pm

32 different one-week- and two-week-long children's programs focusing on music, dance, visual arts, theatre, circus arts, and world culture, all taught by a distinguished group of Bay Area artists and arts professionals The first cycle of classes begins on June 11 and the last of the summer runs through August 21 Registration begins for the general public on February 22, with registration available in advance to members beginning February 10 With its summer camp program, Montalvo addresses a need for arts education for children in this area, continues an important tradition, and reaffirms the tenants of its mission statement in this, its centennial year "Part of what makes Montalvo such a unique and relevant organization is our absolute commitment to celebrating and fostering the creative spirit," said Montalvo Executive Director, Angela McConnell "Our children's education program is central to this endeavor At a time when arts education in California public schools has been cut to a minimum, we feel it is imperative to our mission to offer the children of Silicon Valley opportunities to engage in the creative process" Some of the exciting camp sessions include: * African Culture Through Stories, Songs, Drums, and Dance: Masankho Banda will lead this one-week long celebration of the customs through which African folktales and other traditions have been handed down through the centuries * All Things Strings: Led by Barbara Day Turner, the founder and musical director of the renowned San Jose Chamber Orchestra, young musicians will enjoy daily sessions focusing on different musical styles--ranging from baroque to modern jazz--while they each work to compose their own short musical compositions * Circus Arts: The perfect opportunity for your child to learn about circus arts through juggling, clowning and basic acrobatics, while cultivating coordination, strength, and self-confidence * Meet the Masters: Picasso: Children will have their eyes opened to the life and work of one of the greatest masters of Modernism through various Cubist painting exercises * Missoula Children's Theatre: The preeminent traveling children's theatre company will lead a series of workshops on stage design, voice, and acting technique, all culminating in a performance in the Carriage House Theatre Montalvo has offered summer arts camp programs to children for more than 30 years, but in the past two years, the Center has actively sought to increase its educational offerings In 2011, Montalvo hired its first-ever Director of Education, Ruth Mankin, who has presided over this period of growth "When Senator James Phelan bequeathed the Villa Montalvo and surrounding grounds to the people of California, it was his explicit wish that the estate would be used to benefit the community by supporting the arts," said Mankin "Last year, we honored Phelan's mandate and his memory by providing arts education to 15,000 children--over 6,000 of them Title 1 students who attended sessions here on scholarship In this, our centennial year, we are challenging ourselves to surpass these numbers Our expanded summer camp schedule is part of this initiative" The complete listing of dates and sessions are as follows: - June - June 11-22 Musical Theater Live! Instructor: Hector Armienta - Opera Cultura 9am-12pm * ages 9-12 If your child loves to sing, act or dance, this is where they belong! In this two-week musical theater intensive, students will receive acting, dancing and singing lessons with scenes from Broadway musicals including vocal techniques, improvisation and blocking Camp will culminate in a performance for families Children's Musical Theater Instructor: Hector Armienta - Opera Cultura 1pm-4pm * ages 6-8 What a great way to learn about the theatre and the performing arts! In this two-week camp students will explore creative movement, acting and singing The program will include musical theatre games, improvisation, and Broadway show scenes taught by performers from Opera Cultura June 11-15 African Culture through Stories, Songs, Drums, & Dance Instructor: Masankho Banda 9am-12pm * ages 6-10 In Africa, dance, music, story telling, and drums are an integral part of life In this exciting new camp, students will experiment with these methods, all while learning about different African cultures Camp will culminate with a performance by students Circus Arts Instructor: See Official Site June 11-15 (& June 18-22) * 1pm-4pm * ages 6-10 Come join the circus! In a fun, safe and challenging environment, students will explore the basic skills of circus arts including juggling, tumbling, pyramid building, and rolling globe Circus Arts helps build self-confidence, discipline, coordination and a great sense of humor Camp will culminate with a performance, and can be taken for one week or two weeks My Comic Book Imagination: Drawing, Painting and Sculpture Instructor: Pantea Karimi 9am-12pm * ages 6-8 1pm-4pm * ages 9-12 Have you always wanted to learn how to make your own comic book? This camp will explore the value of humor in our lives, what it means in art Students will use their imagination to create fun and interesting characters and scenes, and how to mix realism and fantasy They will make their own 2D and 3D comic books June 18-22 An Introduction to Painting Instructor: Susan Trimingham 9am-12pm: ages 6-8 * 1pm-4pm: ages 9-12 Students will learn painting techniques with an emphasis on understanding the elements of visual art, and the use of music to enhance the process Paintings by the great artists will be used to inspire every project Lessons will include the concepts of line, color, shape, nature patterns, geometric patterns, and texture Circus Arts June 18-22 (& June 11-15) * 1pm-4pm * ages 6-10 (See Circus Arts description June 11-15 Camp can be taken for one or two weeks) June 25-29 Missoula Children's Theatre Red Riding Hood 9am-4pm * ages 6-15 Your child will shine as they rehearse their roles throughout the week with professional actors and directors from Missoula Children's Theatre, the country's preeminent children's theatre touring company Youth gain confidence while participating in age-appropriate performing arts workshops led by local teaching artists including voice, dance, drama, costuming, and set design The week culminates with a performance at the Carriage House Theatre on Friday, June 29 at 5pm Camp fees include 2 tickets (See week of July 30-August 3 for the second Missoula Children's Theatre camp session) - July - July 9-13 Drawing from Fantasy: A New Way of Seeing Instructor: Dana Harel 9am-12pm * ages 9-12 This drawing class will introduce students to the realms of fantasy and the surreal as they tap into their imaginations and learn to draw from real life observation Instruction includes pencil shading, composition, design and developing a keen eye for details Spy Camp Instructor: Alli Woodside 9am-12pm * ages 6-10 Prepare to be a spy at this art and adventure camp! After exploring Montalvo's grounds and designing a 3-D map of the property, students will learn about secret "languages", riddles, and other secret codes to create an alphabet code that only their spy team knows Using the spy gear, disguises and the secret code made in class, our spies will discover a secret treasure hidden at Montalvo! Meet the Masters: Picasso Instructor: Nancy Meyer 1pm-4pm * ages 6-10 This camp will explore the artwork of a modern artist whose name has come to mean a masterpiece of art: "a Picasso" After looking at Pablo Picasso's portraits, collages, and sculpture, students will create their own Picasso-inspired images using paint, oil pastels and watercolors The Shadow: Puppets and Performance Instructor: Wendy Testu 1pm-4pm * ages 9-12 Based upon traditional Balinese shadow puppetry, students will learn about this ancient art form by creating a cinematic Shadow and Light presentation using spoken word and storytelling combined with paper and human "puppets" performed behind a large screen Students will create storyboards, stick puppets, masks, scenery, dialogue, music and props Hand-built Pottery with Raku Firing Instructor: Charlee Wagner 1pm-4pm * ages 6-10 Learn to make pinch, coil and slab pots which are both ancient and contemporary pottery vessels The raku process fires clay to a very hot temperature and then it is removed and placed on a bed of combustible materials that creates designs on the surface July 16-20 Meet the Masters: Surrealism Instructor: Nancy Meyer 9am-12pm * ages 9-12 Have you ever been daydreaming and visualized something in your mind's eye that could not exist in the real world? Looking at different surrealist artists including Rene Magritte, Frida Kahlo, and Salvador Dali, students will imagine what they might have been thinking or dreaming and then make their own surrealistic art using a variety of unusual mediums Spy Camp Instructor: Alli Woodside 9am-12pm * ages 6-10 Prepare to be a spy at this art and adventure camp! Creating Mosaic Art Instructor: Nancy Meyer 1pm-4pm * ages 9-12 We will look at the ancient art form of mosaic from around the world Using a variety of materials such as shells, tile, and jewelry, we will create our own decorative mosaic works of art From the Residency I Instructor: Wendy Testu 1pm-4pm * ages 9-12 Students will meet artists from the Montalvo's Lucas Artists Residency Program After visiting the residency studios, students will explore the artists' favorite disciplines through a variety of hands-on activities at various locations on Montalvo's grounds Projects created will be inspired by the work of the artists in residence July 23-27 Mapping the Terrain: Looking at Landscape, Learning about Ourselves Instructor: Amanda Eicher 9am-12pm * ages 9-12 Beginning with nature study and sensory observation, students will explore and map the Montalvo grounds according to the natural and human history of the area Students will learn basics of orientation, species identification and drafting, and will create a book of maps and projections Materials used will be pencils, compasses, rulers, triangles, protractors, cameras and scanners, magnifying glasses, needles and thread From the Residency II Instructor: Ilana Crispi Session 1: 9am-12pm * ages 6-8 Session 2: 1pm-4pm * ages 9-12 Students will meet select artists at Montalvo's Lucas Artists Residency Program After visiting the residency studios, students will explore the artists' favorite disciplines through a variety of hands-on activities at various locations on Montalvo's grounds All projects will be inspired by the work of the artists in residence Aboriginal and Prehistoric Art Instructor: Nancy Meyer 1pm-4pm * ages 6-10 In this camp students will travel to the past to explore how people in earlier times used art as a way to record stories, dreams, and communicate ideas After studying examples of cave art from France and Australian Aborigines, students will tell their own stories using a variety of materials Step Up! African Music & Dance Instructor: Janetta Coleman 1pm-4pm * ages 6-10 Stepping is a dance performance that combines African traditions with popular culture It involves synchronized percussive movement, singing, speaking, and chanting Students learn simple polyrhythmic stepping pieces that include the voice as an instrument, as well as traditional African percussion instruments and drums July 30-August 3 Missoula Children's Theatre Camps The Secret Garden 9am-4pm * ages 6-15 See previous Missoula Theatre Camp description The week culminates with a performance at the Carriage House Theatre on Friday, August 3 at 5pm Camp fees include 2 tickets - August - August 6-10 From the Residency III Instructor: Kathy Martinelli 9am-12pm * ages 6-8 Students will meet artists from Montalvo's Lucas Artists Residency Program After visiting the residency studios, students will explore the artists' favorite disciplines through a variety of hands-on activities at various locations on Montalvo's grounds Projects created will be inspired by the work of the artists-in-residence Tools for the Actor California Theatre Center 9am-12pm * ages 9-12 Want to learn to be an actor? Using exercises based on imagination, concentration, physical expressiveness, and vocal variety, students will learn acting skills and learn to dramatize stories from myths, legends, and folk tales, culminating in a presentation at the end of the week Glee: Musical Theatre California Theatre Center 1pm-4pm * ages 9-12 Do you love to sing? Build song and dance skills while developing musical theatre talents with professional actors from California Theatre Center's singers, dancers and stage choreographers Students will perform at the end of the week for friends and family The Artistic Alphabet--the ABC's of Art Instructor: Kathy Martinelli 1pm-4pm * ages 6-8 Students will create their own alphabet book with drawings and imagination Each page will be devoted to a letter of the artistic alphabet utilizing different techniques, concepts and styles: A for Abstract Art, B for Brilliant, C for Color, etc August 13-17 All Things Strings, San Jose Chamber Orchestra Instructor: Barbara Day Turner Symphony Strings: 9:30am-3pm * ages 10-18 (lunch and snack included) Prelude Strings: 9:30am-12:30pm * ages 7-14 (snack included) A week of string music fun, developing good string techniques while enjoying daily workshops in playing styles (jazz, baroque, etc), a chance to compose a piece, and a great study unit on Mozart Camp ends with short performance on Friday An audition CD, MP3 or MP4 must be submitted by July 27 to Charlee Wagner, Education Coordinator at Montalvo Drawing, Painting and Printmaking Instructor: Pantea Karimi 9am-12pm: ages 6-8 * 1pm-4pm: ages 7-14 Develop drawing, painting and printmaking techniques, step-by-step, through fun, creative and imaginative thoughts and projects Learn how to use ink, monotype techniques, charcoal, paint, watercolor, pastel pen and more to express ideas and create artworks TUITION INFORMATION Camps are five days a week (Monday through Friday) Enrollment for half-day camps is $175 for the general public, $160 for members Full-day enrollment: General $350; Members $320 There is a $10 materials fee for every camp The following camp sessions include additional teachers, and because of this, different prices: Musical Theatre Live! Missoula Children's Theatre Musical Theatre for ChildrenGeneral $375; Members $345 (each includes 2 tickets for the performance) Tools for the Actor Glee: Musical TheatreGeneral $200; Members $185 All Things StringsGeneral $400; Members $375 Prelude StringsGeneral: $175; Members $160 Morning and afternoon day care is available for $50/week (8:00–9:00 am) or $50/week (4pm–5pm) or $10/day drop in per session Both full and partial scholarships are available To obtain an application, visit montalvoartsorg/programs/scholarships E-mail learn@montalvoartsorg or call 4089615820 for more information]]>

Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

07-20-2012 - 08-18-2012

Coastal Repertory Theatre

http://www.coastalrep.com

Mel Mello Center for the Arts - 1167 Main Street Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Admission: $25-$40

650-569-3266

tickets@coastalrep.com

http://coastalrep.com/tickets/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Benjamin Barker--now known as Sweeney Todd--returns to London after escaping from jail and teams up with the enterprising widow Nellie Lovett to take revenge on all of London His murderous plot, combined with Mrs Lovett's questionable business inspiration, creates a macabre use for his victims The Victorian horror story of revenge and obsession, highlighted by Stephen Sondheim's most complex and powerful score, will keep you on the edge of your seat Whether you find humor in this dark tale or are terrified by the revolting practices of this pair, you will long remember this chilling, Tony award winning masterpiece This production contains adult themes]]>

Simply Sally Struthers - Evening of Words, Songs, and Stories

08-18-2012 - 08-18-2012

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Pleasanton Civic Arts

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $28-$38

925-931-4848

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Start Time(s): 8pm

Come experience an evening with the Emmy-Award winning television star of All in the Family and of Broadway's Annie, Grease, and The Odd Couple Television, film, and Broadway star Sally Struthers has had an extraordinary career, from her iconic role as Gloria Stivic on one of television's most memorable sitcoms--All in the Family--to groundbreaking films like Five Easy Pieces with Jack Nicholson, and her Broadway run in the female version of The Odd Couple opposite Rita Moreno Sally Struthers has become an integral part of American culture From growing up in Portland and performing in the television set when the tube was out for repair, to auditioning for commercials and not being cast as The Ponds Girl, to dating Elvis Presley, the crazy audition process for All in the Family, and all the famous people in her life along the way, there is a lot to know about Sally Simply: Sally Struthers is an intimate evening with the award winning actress--in words, song, stories, tears, and laughter Don't miss this rare experience to spend an evening with one of America's favorite stars]]>

San Jose Pride Festival 2012

08-19-2012 - 08-19-2012

San Jose Pride

http://www.sanjosepride.com

Discovery Meadow - E San Carlos Street and Woz Way San Jose CA 95110

Admission: See official site

(408) 293-3040

info@sanjosepride.com

Start Time(s): Sun: 10am-7pm

The 37th annual Pride Festival is the largest event to celebrate the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Allies community in the South Bay It includes live entertainment, food, vendors, business and nonprofit booths]]>

Axiom - Dance Theatre Production

08-10-2012 - 08-19-2012

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Arts Unity Movement

http://www.artsunitymovement.com/

Notre Dame de Namur University Theatre - 1540 Ralston Avenue Belmont CA 94002

Admission: $20-$25

artsunitymovement@gmail.com

https://www.ticketturtle.com/index.php?ticketing=aum

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Every story repeats itself--until people are changed by a force that is stronger This production will be performed by the New Ground Theatre Dance Company Arts Unity Movement was founded upon the belief that art is a means for personal and social transformation]]>

Brian Regan Live

08-23-2012 - 08-23-2012

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Live Nation Comedy

http://www.brianregan.com

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $3975

800-745-3000

jessicalawson@livenation.com

http://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C0048888FE11A41

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

Brian Regan has distinguished himself as one of the premier comedians in the country Brian's non-stop theater tour has visited more than 80 cities each year since 2005 and continues through 2012 It is the quality of his material, relatable to a wide audience and revered by his peers, which continues to grow Brian's fan base The perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality, Brian Regan consistently fills theaters nationwide with fervent fans that span generations]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

08-25-2012 - 08-25-2012

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San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 1pm-4pm

You’ve seen San Jose Taiko play--now it's your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko's style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

An Evening of Jewish Humor with Michael Krasny

08-26-2012 - 08-26-2012

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/cultural-arts/music-on-the-town-series/

Oshman Family Jewish Community Center - 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $23-$35

650-223-8664

jlanducci@paloaltojcc.org

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/events/2012/08/26/cultural-arts/an-evening-of-jewish-humor-with-michael-krasny/

Start Time(s): 8pm

From the Marx Brothers to Seinfeld, from Uncle Miltie to Jon Stewart, Jewish comics have defined American humor So says Michael Krasny, best known as host of KQED-FM's award-winning Forum interview show Forum is an award-winning live public affairs program broadcast in the Bay Area, throughout Northern California, and nationwide via Sirius Satellite Radio In addition to hosting Forum, Michael Krasny, PhD is a professor of English at San Francisco State University and has taught at Stanford University and University of California, San Francisco He is the author of Spiritual Envy: An Agnostic's Quest and Off Mike: A Memoir of Talk Radio and Literary Life, coauthor of the textbook Sound Ideas, and creator of the DVD presentation Masterpieces of Short Fiction He is a widely published scholar and literary critic, a fiction writer, and a guest and frequent interviewer and moderator for a host of major nonprofit events This event takes place in Schultz Cultural Arts Hall]]>

Nrityamaalika - Kuchipudi Dance Recital

08-26-2012 - 08-26-2012

Yuva Bharati

http://www.yuvabharati.org

Mission City Center for Performing Arts - 3250 Monroe Street Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: $10 Free for&nbsp;Yuva Bharati members

650-565-8859

yuva_bharati@yahoo.com

Start Time(s): 4pm

Padmavani and Jaikishore Mosalikanti will present a traditional Kuchipudi repertoire entitled Nrityamaalika Sri Mosalikanti Jaikishore began his dance career at the age of seven under Padmabhushan Guru Dr Vempati Chinna Satyam of the Kuchipudi Art Academy, Chennai In the 18 years he trained under his guru, he became an accomplished dancer with an uncanny understanding of the nuances of the art Mastering the intricacies of the Kuchipudi style, Jaikishore excelled in important roles in his guru's ballets and solo performances His technical perfection, incomparable flexibility, and complete transformation into the character he depicted won him strong reviews and accolades Padmavani, wife and disciple of Sri Mosalikanti, was initiated into dance at a young age and has eventually grown to be a Kuchipudi exponent Though her initial training was in Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi became her passion after she joined Kuchipudi Kala Kendra Mumbai in 1995 She very soon mastered the basic nuances of the art form and became an important part of Kala Kendra's troupe, giving group and solo performances She has also played major roles in the dance-dramas  ]]>

Chicago - City Lights Theatre Company

07-19-2012 - 08-26-2012

City Lights Theater Company

http://cltc.org/our-season/our-season-subpage/

City Lights Theater - 529 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $15-$40

408-295-4200

tickets@cltc.org

https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?w=6c3ec8837c653fcd181f230c1d5afd9a&t=tix

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun (7/29)*: 7pm Sun (8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26): 2pm *No show 7/22

At last City Lights brings you Chicago! It's the roaring twenties, and vaudeville hopeful Roxie Hart kills her lover and convinces hapless hubby Amos to take the rap--until he finds out he's been duped Once in prison, Roxie and "Merry Murderess" Velma Kelly vie for the spotlight and the headlines, joining forces with unscrupulous lawyer Billy Flynn to bamboozle the public, win their freedom, and rise to fame and fortune on the vaudeville circuit The winner of numerous Tony and Academy Awards, this razor-sharp satire by Bob Fosse and the musical team behind Cabaret features one hit after another, including Roxie, Razzle Dazzle, When You're Good to Mama, Mister Cellophane, and the unforgettable All That Jazz]]>

Henry V - Free Shakespeare in the Park (Redwood City)

08-11-2012 - 08-26-2012

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The San Francisco Shakespeare Festival

http://www.sfshakes.org/park/index.html

Admission: Free

800-978-PLAY

Start Time(s): Sat: 7:30pm Sun: 2pm

Free Shakespeare in the Park began in 1983 with its debut production of The Tempest in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco It is now one of the major free Shakespeare programs in the nation Produced every year in multiple cities from July through September, Free Shakespeare in the Park provides an opportunity for everyone to see high quality, professional theater free of charge]]>

Norma - Opera on Film

08-26-2012 - 08-28-2012

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Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

Norma is considered Vincenzo Bellini's magnum opus, and the apex of the bel canto operatic style The titular high priestess is filled with treasonous desire for a Roman soldier, forcing her to choose between duty and love Flowing, lyrical melodies--including the infamously difficult soprano aria Casta Diva--only add to the passion and heartbreak Starring Chiara Taigi, Gregory Kunde, Irina Lungu and Giacomo Prestia, this production is broadcast from the stunning outdoor arena stage at the Teatro Antico Taormina, Italy]]>

Torchlight Noh Play

08-28-2012 - 08-28-2012

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Hakone Gardens

http://www.hakone.com

Hakone Gardens - 21000 Big Basin Way Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: See Official Site

408-741-4994

Hakone@hakone.com

Start Time(s): 7pm

Hakone is pleased to present the 2nd Torchlight Noh Play by Kyoto Kanze-ryu Group The evening will feature the following performances: MaiBayashi "Tenko," Kyogen "Shimizu," and Noh "Tsunemasa"]]>

The Robin Hood Ball

09-01-2012 - 09-01-2012

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PEERS - Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation

http://www.peers.org/events.html

San Mateo Masonic Lodge - 100 N Ellsworth Avenue San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $20 $15 before 8/25

http://www.peers.org/robin.html

Start Time(s): 6:45pm&nbsp; Doors 7pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm&nbsp; Dance Party begins

Join Robin Hood, Lady Marian, and the Merry Men at the Blue Boar Inn for a rousing English Country Dance Dance to the glorious music of Renaissance rock band Avalon Rising, who will play Medieval and Renaissance music, Celtic fusion rock, and some highly anachronistic English country dances and waltzes from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries There will be a pre-ball dance class for those desiring to brush up on the evening's country dances, and all country and set dances will be briefly taught or called at the ball Remember that, like most adaptations of the Robin Hood legend, this is a purely fantasy event While this particular version of the legend is set in the 12th century, during the absence of King Richard the Lion-hearted, costumes from the later Middle Ages, the Renaissance, or any fantasy version of either are very welcome As usual, costumes are admired, but not required The Blue Boar Inn boasts a famous no-host bar and a light Olde English snack buffet Potluck contributions to the Kitchen are most welcome, especially if lifted from the Sheriff of Nottingham's table]]>

Benise En Fuego - World Music and Dance Spectacular

09-07-2012 - 09-07-2012

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World One Music

http://www.benise.com/

Heritage Theatre - 1 W Campbell Avenue Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $47-$97

408-866-2700

BoxOffice@cityofcampbell.com

http://www.cityofcampbell.com/heritagetheatre/events.htm

Start Time(s): 7:30pm

International guitar sensation, Benise, and his Emmy Award Winning cast, return with a new Fiery World Music and Dance Spectacular, En Fuego! Hailed by the LA Times as "The Latin Riverdance," Benise's En Fuego! takes you on an unprecedented and epic adventure through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Argentinean Tango, Indian Bollywood, Parisian Waltz, African Drumming, and more Benise and famed choreographer Alex Magno combine their musical genius, vibrant costume design, unique stage production, and brilliantly choreographed dance numbers to once again dazzle audiences around the globe While taking place on an ever changing stage, the show features world class musicians and dancers handpicked from a global pool of some of the most brilliantly diverse talent to be found Traditional flamenco dancers, Broadway performers, and renowned soloists previously featured with the likes of Madonna, Gloria Estefan, and Ricky Martin, have all joined forces to make up Benise's female dancers--The Gitanas Benise will also be joined by a host of musical guest stars including violin sensation Karen Briggs]]>

Blue Blanket Improv's Comedy Show

09-08-2012 - 09-08-2012

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Blue Blanket Improv

http://www.BlueBlanketImprov.com

Admission: Adults $10 Youth (12 and under) $5

650-712-0718

BlueBlanketImprov@hotmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/221804

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Doors 7:30pm&nbsp; Show

In this fun comedy show for the entire family, no performance is ever the same Each is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions!]]>

Squarecrow's Ball

09-08-2012 - 09-08-2012

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History San Jose

http://www.historysanjose.org/wp/events/

History Park - 1650 Senter Road San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $15

408-287-2290

Start Time(s): 7pm-11pm

"Swing your partner to the left!" Whether you're an expert square-dancer or have never do-si-do'd, join Dance Squared for this great dancing event that benefits History San Jose and Second Harvest Food Bank Take part in an intro to square dancing followed by plus-level dancing with an expert caller With a silent auction of handmade quilts, this will be the harvest-time event to attend!  So, grab your dancing shoes, be there, and be square!]]>

Anna Bolena - Opera on Film

09-09-2012 - 09-11-2012

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Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

Envelope-pushing director Graham Vick describes his production of Anna Bolena as "two women making use of the bed to get to the throne and a man making use of the throne to get to the bed" The man, of course, is Henry the 8th, and the women are his doomed wives, Jane Seymour and Anne Boleyn Don't miss this tale of treachery and scandal, brought to life in Donizetti's sparkling score This production is broadcast from the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, Italy]]>

Bay Area English Regency Society Dance Party

09-14-2012 - 09-14-2012

5

Bay Area English Regency Society

http://www.baers.org/index.html

St Mark's Episcopal Church - Palo Alto - 600 Colorado Avenue Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): 8pm-10:30pm

The Bay Area English Regency Society celebrates the spirit of the early nineteenth century The English Regency, familiar from the works not only of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer but also C S Forester, Patrick O'Brian, and Tim Powers, was a spirited time bubbling over with creative energy in the arts and sciences, and yet a time when wit and grace were highly valued The dances come from English Country tradition, from Regency-era dance manuals such as Thomas Wilson, and from occasional modern Choreography done in the manner of the time They are set to music by classical composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, or to traditional country dance tunes Dances and music are varied for each ball, according to its theme, which may range from the elegant to the rowdy Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere Dances are led by Alan Winston and guest callers Newcomers are always welcome Participants explore all aspects of life among the different social classes in Regency England, and occasionally venture into the American Federalist era Dress is casual, and comfortable low-heeled shoes are recommended Skirts are worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable]]>

Second Annual Silicon Valley Veterans Ball

09-15-2012 - 09-15-2012

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Veterans Supportive Services Agency, Inc

http://vssainc.org/

Admission: $50

408-679-5105

info@vssainc.org

http://vssainc.org/

Start Time(s): 6:30pm-12am

Veterans Supportive Services Agency, Inc (VSSA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization solely dedicated to providing life enhancing supportive services to US Armed Forces Veterans and families VSSA is hosting its Second Annual Silicon Valley Veterans Ball on Saturday, September 15 Proceeds from the Ball will fund VSSA programs and services including these workshops: benefits and compensation; business writing and communication; basic computer skills; resume writing and interviewing skills For more information, or to purchase tickets, please visit the Official Site]]>

Celebrate Saratoga

09-16-2012 - 09-16-2012

Saratoga Chamber of Commerce

http://www.celebratesaratoga.com

Saratoga Village - Big Basin Way & 5th Street Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: Free

Start Time(s): 12pm-7pm

The Saratoga Chamber of Commerce announces the return of Celebrate Saratoga at Big Basin Way Celebrate Saratoga - a Village Block Party, will have food, wine and beer tasting, live entertainment, vendors and a Fun Zone spread over the main thoroughfare, closed to traffic The day is planned to be a family-friendly event "In response to many requests, the Chamber is bringing this event back with activities that will honor the past, revel in the present and anticipate the future," stated Scott Anderson, Chamber president "We expect over 6,000 to attend and enjoy the myriad activities that will be offered" The plans include activities at the Saratoga Historical Park as well as participation by students and schools, neighborhoods, local service organizations, Saratoga restaurants and businesses, and interesting vendors Included in the festivities will be the announcements of the Saratoga Citizen of the Year and the Business Person of the Year Fun Zone areas for children and teens are also anticipated Celebrate Co-Chair, Debra Cummins urges companies and citizens to consider the sponsorship opportunities available as well as signing up as volunteers]]>

36th Annual Almaden Valley Art and Wine Festival

09-16-2012 - 09-16-2012

Almaden Valley Women's Club

http://www.almadenwine.com

Almaden Lake Park - 15652 Almaden Expressway San Jose CA 95120

Admission: Free

408-997-3387

Start Time(s): 10am-6pm

This event features: many art and crafts booths; a large children's play area with bounce houses, carnival games, and face painting; a "Gourmet Alley" and a Beer Garden; and much more There will also be a variety of live performances throughout this family-friendly festival]]>

Santa Clara Art and Wine Festival

09-15-2012 - 09-16-2012

City of Santa Clara

http://santaclaraca.gov/index.aspx?page=1603

Central Park Pavilion - Santa Clara - 909 Kiely Boulevard Santa Clara CA 95051

Admission: Free

408-615-3140

ParksandRecreation@santaclaraca.gov

Start Time(s): Sat, Sun: 10am-5pm

The 2012 Santa Clara Art and Wine Festival will feature the talents of local and regional artists, with nearly 175 booths to visit, twenty-five community groups serving international foods, vintners pouring fine wines, micro-brewed beer, and the ever-popular Kids Kingdom set inside the picturesque Central Park Live entertainment will be offered on three stages featuring some of the Bay Area's favorite performers In the Pavilion, dance to the sounds of the Joe Sharino Band and other popular bands At the Meadow Stage, enjoy the talents of community performers Throughout the weekend in Kids Kingdom there are live entertainers for the youngest members of the family The park sprawls over fifty-two acres and comprises a beautiful lake, hundreds of trees, several picnic areas and acres of green grass More than 50,000 people from Santa Clara and the surrounding communities are expected to attend the two-day event The Santa Clara Art and Wine Festival is a tradition which brings the community together for one common purpose: to support vital community groups and organizations in Santa Clara To date, the Festival has generated hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities]]>

Twelfth Night

09-08-2012 - 09-16-2012

6

Shakespeare Santa Cruz

http://www.montalvoarts.org

Montalvo Arts Center - 15400 Montalvo Road Saratoga CA 95070

Admission: See Official Site

408-961-5858

http://www.montalvoarts.org/events/twelfth_night_6/

Start Time(s): Fri: 7:30pm Sat (9/8): 2pm, 7:30pm Sat (9/15): 7:30pm Sun: 2pm

Shipwrecked on the coast of Illyria, and fearing that her brother has drowned, Viola disguises herself as a man In short order, she falls in love with the neighboring Duke Orsino--who loves the Lady Olivia--who loves the disguised Viola! With mistaken identity and a hilarious love triangle, Twelfth Night is one of the most enchanting of Shakespeare's comedies]]>

Time Stands Still

08-22-2012 - 09-16-2012

TheatreWorks

http://www.theatreworks.org

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $23-$73 (Prices subject to change)

650-463-1960

http://www.theatreworks.org/box-office/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Tue, Wed: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm <i>and/or</i> 8pm Sun: 2pm <i>and/or </i>7pm

This witty, insightful drama from Pulitzer Prize winner Donald Margulies follows a battle-scarred photojournalist and her foreign correspondent lover, longtime partners thrust homeward by the tides of war Her camera has kept chaos at a distance, but past wounds are not easily forgotten and their future wavers between love and liberation, stability and strife Time Stands Still is a brilliant Broadway hit from the author of Brooklyn Boy and Dinner with Friends This show contains occasional mature language]]>

Rhythm Spirit 2012

09-21-2012 - 09-22-2012

6

San Jose Taiko

http://www.taiko.org

Mexican Heritage Plaza Theater - 1700 Alum Rock Avenue San Jose CA 95116

Admission: See Official Site

408-293-9344

info@taiko.org

http://www.taiko.org

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm, 8pm

San Jose Taiko's annual home concert at a new venue! Featuring new compositions and arrangements as well as long-time favorites]]>

CS Lewis' The Screwtape Letters

09-22-2012 - 09-22-2012

6

San Jose Center for Performing Arts

http://screwtapeonstage.com/san-jose-ca

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: Tickets are available in the following price tiers: $59, $49 and $39 There are a limited number of premium seats available for $89 and student seats for $25 (student ID required) For groups of 10 or more (including student groups) call 866-476-8707

408-792-4111

http://www.ScrewtapeonStage.com

Start Time(s): 4pm and 8pm

The Screwtape Letters, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the CS Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, comes to San Jose for two performances only The National Tour of The Screwtape Letters kicked off after a hit nine-month run at the Westside Theatre in New York City where it entertained 50,000 theatergoers Prior to that, The Screwtape Letters was a sold out hit in Chicago and Washington DC where it ran for a combined eight months Now in its second smash year, The Screwtape Letters' National Tour has delighted capacity audiences in 50 major cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Atlanta, Boston, Salt Lake City, Orlando, Seattle, Dallas and Houston Over 200,000 have seen this production on tour, which continues to attract a national following Associated Press calls The Screwtape Letters "Devilishly funny!" The Chicago Sun-Times hails the production as "Smart, sizzling entertainment!;" The Boston Globe raves that it is "Engrossing and Entertaining!" and The Chicago Tribune says The Screwtape Letters is "Very smartrichly rewardingexuberant theatricality!" The Screwtape Letters creates a topsy-turvy morally inverted universe set in an eerily stylish office in hell, where God is called the "Enemy" and the devil is referred to as "Our Father below" The play follows His Abysmal Sublimity Screwtape, Satan's top psychiatrist in his understanding human nature, played by award winning actor Max McLean, and his creature-demon secretary Toadpipe, as they train an apprentice demon, Wormwood, on the fine art of seducing an unsuspecting human "patient" down the "soft, gentle path to hell" Along with The Chronicles of Narnia (including The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe), The Great Divorce and Mere Christianity, The Screwtape Letters is still one of Lewis' most popular and influential works The book's piercing insight into human nature and the lucid and humorous way Lewis makes his readers squirm in self-recognition made it an immediate success When first published in 1942 it brought worldwide fame to this little-known Oxford don including the cover of Time Magazine The idea for Screwtape first came to Lewis after listening to Hitler's Reichstag Speech on July 19, 1940, while it was simultaneously translated on BBC Radio Lewis wrote "I don't know if I'm weaker than other people, but it is a positive revelation to me how while the speech lasts it is impossible not to waver just a little Statements which I know to be untrue all but convince meif only the man says them unflinchingly" Lewis dedicated it to his close friend JRR Tolkien who had expressed to Lewis that delving too deeply into the craft of evil would have consequences Lewis admitted as much when he wrote "Though I had never written anything more easily, I never wrote with less enjoyment though it was easy to twist one's mind into the diabolical attitude, it was not fun, or not for long The work into which I had to project myself while I spoke through Screwtape was all dust, grit, thirst, and itch Every trace of beauty, freshness, and geniality had to be excluded" The Screwtape Letters is produced by New York City based Fellowship for the Performing Arts Max McLean serves as Artistic Director Executive Producer and General Manager is Ken Denison of Aruba Productions Scenic Design is by Cameron Anderson, Costumes by Michael Bevins, Lighting Design by Jesse Klug, and Original Music and Sound Design by John Gromada To purchase tickets, visit wwwScrewtapeonStagecom, call 4087924111 Monday through Friday from 9 am until 5 p,m, or visit the box office at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W San Carlos St, San Jose (in advance) or the San Jose Performing Arts Center box office, 255 Almaden Boulevard, San Jose (day of)]]>

The Death of the Novel

08-30-2012 - 09-23-2012

6

San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $1750-$79

408-367-7255

http://www.sjrep.com/tickets

Start Time(s): Tues, Wed*: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat*: 3pm, 8pm Sun*: 2pm *Wed (9/12): 11am, 7:30pm *Sat (9/1): 8pm only *Sun (9/2): 2pm, 7pm

A brilliant young novelist, coping with great personal loss in the aftermath of 9/11, goes into seclusion in his Manhattan apartment, refusing to write again A mysterious and beautiful stranger intrudes, telling incredible stories of her own Is she yet another fan of his work, or is she something else entirely? This play is about finding the tenacity to thrive in a dangerous, unpredictable world and to create again]]>

Batman Live - The Crime-Fighting Arena Spectacular

09-20-2012 - 09-23-2012

HP Pavilion

http://batmanlive.com/

HP Pavilion - 525 W Santa Clara Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $21-$12250

800-745-3000

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Batman-Live-tickets/artist/1517186

Start Time(s): Thurs, Fri: 7:30pm Sat, Sun: 11am, 3pm, 7pm

For the first time in DC Comics' history, Batman--the world's most popular DC Super Hero--is now an all-new, live-action arena spectacular which is taking the world by storm Batman Live is a 15 million dollar stage production with an original story featuring a 43 strong cast of actors and circus trained acrobats, a 3D Gotham City landscape, a bespoke symphonic score, custom-built state-of-the-art stage, a 100 foot bat-shaped LED video wall, pyrotechnics, and the impressive Batmobile--designed especially for the show by legendary racing car designer Professor Gordon Murray Faithfully adapted from the DC Comics characters and stories, Batman Live focuses on Robin's quest for justice, which leads him to follow in the footsteps of his hero--the mysterious vigilante known as Batman--much to the dismay of his protective guardian, billionaire Bruce Wayne, whom the audience knows is secretly Batman This dynamic triangle resolves itself in a non-stop thrill-ride across Gotham City that transforms Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson into the legendary crime-fighters, Batman and Robin The adventure transports the audience from the Big Top of Haly's Circus to the depths of Arkham Asylum, and from the glittering peaks of the Penguin's Iceberg Lounge to the subterranean wonders that await inside the Batcave]]>

Pearl Fishers

09-08-2012 - 09-23-2012

6

Opera San Jose

http://operasj.org/

California Theatre - 345 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $51-$101

408-437-4450

http://www.operasj.org

Start Time(s): Sat, Sept 8, 2012 8 pm Sun, Sept 9, 2012 3 pm Thurs, Sept 13, 2012 8 pm Sat, Sept 15, 2013 8 pm Sun, Sept 16, 2012 3 pm Tues, Sept 18, 2012 8 pm Fri, Sept 21, 2012 8 pm Sun, Sept 23, 2012 3 pm

A forbidden love A friendship tested Georges Bizet’s exotic romance, The Pearl Fishers comes to life for the first time on the California Theatre stage Set on the tropical island of ancient Ceylon, two fishermen vow eternal friendship, but the desire for a mysterious woman from their past ignites a jealous rivalry A mesmerizing tale of love and sacrifice, Bizet’s musical gem overflows with lush melodies, haunting arias, and the beloved duet, Au fond du temple saint”]]>

Chinese Moon Festival

09-23-2012 - 09-23-2012

Chinese Moon Festival Committee

http://www.chineseculturalgarden.org/moonfestival.htm

Chinese Cultural Garden - Overfelt Gardens Park 368 Educational Park Drive San Jose CA 95133

Admission: Free

408-251-3323

Start Time(s): 1pm-5pm

The Moon Festival is celebrated by billions of people, who celebrate it with dances, feasting, and moon gazing Delicious moon cakes are a traditional treat, as well At this special event, you can enjoy arts, crafts, cultural and music performancs, storytelling, Lion Dancers, bamboo painting, calligraphy, chess, poetry, and much more]]>

Peter Grimes - Opera on Film

09-23-2012 - 09-25-2012

2

Camera Cinemas

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $17

408-786-7323

cameracinema@aol.com

http://www.cameracinemas.com/operas.shtml

Start Time(s): Sun: 12pm Tues: 7:30pm

British composer Benjamin Britten described his opera Peter Grimes as "the struggle of the individual against the masses The more vicious the society, the more vicious the individual" Set in a drab fishing village, Peter Grimes tells the story of a man accused by his neighbors of committing unspeakable crimes, and how their actions ripple further and further Britten's incredible score includes the Four Sea Interludes, instrumental music between scenes that perfectly express the mystery and pain at the heart of this opera Starring John Graham-Hall, Susan Gritton, Christopher Purves, and Felicity Palmer, this production is broadcast from the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, Italy]]>

Show Choir Class with Simon Lau - Saturdays

04-21-2012 - 09-29-2012

6

Ariel Dance Productions

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Ariel Dance Studio - 2385 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $18 per class $56 for 4 classes - plus - $25 Registration Fee for new students &nbsp;

408-621-2790

info@arieldanceproductions.com

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Start Time(s): Sat: 2:15pm-3:15pm

If you have watched "Glee" and wanted to sing and dance in a show choir of your own, this is the class for you! The Show Choir class will help you develop greater musicianship, proper use of breath support, phrasing, interpretation, postures, stage presence, and other disciplines needed to put on a great show choir performance All men's and women's voice parts and all levels of singing experience are welcome and no prior show choir experience is required Instructor Simon Lau's goal is to create an environment of peers where everyone becomes comfortable in their own skill sets and are supportive in bringing out the best in each other, but most importantly, to have loads of fun! There will also be opportunities to perform for friends, family and the public in the biannual shows put on by Ariel Dance Productions]]>

Collapse - South Bay Premiere

09-07-2012 - 09-29-2012

Renegade Theatre Experiment

http://www.renegadetheatre.com

Historic Hoover Theatre - 1635 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95126

Admission: $10-$25

408-351-4440

boxoffice@renegadetheatre.com

http://www.renegadetheatre.com/boxoffice/index.html

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 7pm

Hannah is trying desperately to hold the facade of her perfect life together, even as her husband mysteriously calls in sick to work day after day, they struggle with infertility, and Hannah herself is on the verge of being laid off When Hannah's sister appears on their doorstep, she brings with her a feisty, renegade attitude and an illicit package that sends the family on an odyssey into some of the quirkier corners of Minneapolis--and into the heart of their deepest fears Advisory: RTE Rating: 13+ This play contains themes for more mature audiences It may contain some profanity, violence or brief nudity, but these elements should not be too intense for most audiences That being said, some material may not be appropriate for everyone and we recommend this theatrical experience for audience members ages 13 years old and up]]>

U-JAM Dance Workout Class - Sundays

04-02-2012 - 09-30-2012

Ariel Dance Productions

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Ariel Dance Studio - 2385 Winchester Boulevard Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $18 per class $56 for 4 weeks - plus - $25 new student registration fee

408-621-2790

info@arieldanceproductions.com

http://www.arieldanceproductions.com

Start Time(s): Sun: 10am-11am

Get ready for this fun fast paced 60-minute dance workout class with Rene Huerta! This class unites world beats with urban flavor and takes you around the world from Hip-Hop to Bollywood This intense cardiovascular workout features easy to learn dance steps that make you sweat, tone your body, and leave you craving more! U-JAM Fitness is Universal, Unique and eUphoric! So lace up your high-tops and let the music drive you!]]>

Bharatanatyam Solo Recitals

09-30-2012 - 09-30-2012

Yuva Bharati

http://www.yuvabharati.org

Cubberley Community Center Theatre - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: Free

650-565-8859

yuva_bharati@yahoo.com

Start Time(s): 4pm

Anisha Gupta began learning Bharatanatyam at the age of four under the guidance of Smt Kamala Lakshman in New York Upon moving to the Bay Area in 1994, Anisha continued her training under Smt Sangita Vasudevan, a senior disciple of Smt Rhadha In 2003, Anisha performed her solo debut performance in San Jose, which helped raise money for the Emergency Housing Consortium, an organization providing vital social services to the homeless community in the Bay Area Since her arangetram, Anisha has performed in Boston, Detroit, Monterey, and India Snigdha Venkataramani is an accomplished Bharatanatyam dancer, Carnatic vocalist, and theatre artist She received training in Bharatanatyam from a very young age under the able tutelage of the world-renowned dance Guru, Dr Saroja Vaidyanathan She has been performing in lead roles in choreographic presentations of her Guru and has independently conducted various lecture demonstrations, workshops, and contact programs both nationally and internationally As an empaneled artiste of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, she has performed in many countries representing India as a Cultural Ambassador She has also choreographed various group and solo performances for several prestigious organizations]]>

The Steampunktoberfest Ball

10-06-2012 - 10-06-2012

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PEERS - Period Events & Entertainments Re-Creation

http://www.peers.org/events.html

San Mateo Masonic Lodge - 100 N Ellsworth Avenue San Mateo CA 94401

Admission: $20 $15 before 9/29

http://www.peers.org/steampunk.html

Start Time(s): 6:45pm&nbsp; Doors 7pm&nbsp; Lesson 8pm&nbsp; Dance Party begins

Her Majesty Queen Victoria and His Royal Highness Prince Albert request the pleasure of your company at a unique German festival in honour of the opening of the 1851 Great Exhibition at the Crystal Palace Join in another Steampunktoberfest to celebrate both Oktoberfest and the advance of Victorian Steampunk science with waltzes and polkas, good cheer, and good food and drink Bangers and Mash plays an evening of popular 19th century waltzes, mazurka waltzes, polkas, schottisches, and Victorian Steampunk set dances--some rocking, some elegant All set dances will be briefly taught and called For those wanting to brush up on their 19th century dancing, there will be a pre-ball workshop in Survival Polka--including the Steam-Powered Polka Line Dance--the whirling rotary waltz, and a couple of the fashionable new Victorian set dances in the Steampunk style Suggested costume is traditional Victorian evening dress of the 1850's, traditional Oktoberfest--dirndls, peasant blouses and shirts , lederhosen, etc--or Victorian Steampunk attire Please feel free to wear a combination of any the above As always, modern evening dress is also perfectly appropriate Costumes are admired, but not required What is Steampunk? Imagine the Victorians with High Technology--steam-powered airships and horseless carriages, computers or analytical engines as they were known, and high-speed communication They typically wear fashions that glorify the corset, are stylish but practical, and can be swiftly altered for action Goggles and tool belts are optional for both ladies and gentlemen His Royal Highness is pleased to announce a special exhibition of Steampunk-inspired inventions and devices to be displayed at the ball and will present awards to the most adventurous, most creative, and most original inventions  ]]>

Doubt, A Parable

09-14-2012 - 10-06-2012

6

Coastal Repertory Theatre

http://www.coastalrep.com

Mel Mello Center for the Arts - 1167 Main Street Half Moon Bay CA 94019

Admission: $15-$30

650-569-3266

tickets@coastalrep.com

http://coastalrep.com/tickets/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Doubt, A Parable, has garnered rave reviews and awards, including the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and Tony Award for Best Play Set in a Catholic school in the Bronx in 1964, Doubt brings anxiety and urgency to a sensational front-page story The school's principal is certain that a young priest is sexually abusing one of her pupils Her rigid opinions clash with the priest's more modern and flexible outlook and the beliefs of the student's mother, and each point of view is eloquently presented Doubt generates discussion about the moral dilemmas faced by its characters This show sticks with you, and you may realize that doubt itself has value in a community This production contains mature themes]]>

The Moor's Pavane (1949) - Dance Concert

10-05-2012 - 10-06-2012

6

sjDANCEco

http://www.sjDANCEco.org

California Theatre - 345 S 1st Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $26-$41 $21-$36 in advance

408-924-5042

admin@sjdanceco.org

http://www.sjdanceco.org/upcoming-performances.html

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm

Featuring the signature masterpiece of Jose Limon, The Moor's Pavane, and new choreography by Artistic Directors Masters and Basile as well as company choreographers Cooper and Lin All pieces on the program will have some relevance to Shakespeare's vast collection of artistic achievements Known as one of Jose Limon's most celebrated masterpieces, The Moor's Pavane embodies the passion of Shakespeare's Othello in a timeless portrayal of love, jealousy, and gut-wrenching betrayal]]>

A Chorus Line

09-20-2012 - 10-07-2012

Broadway By The Bay

http://www.broadwaybythebay.org/

Fox Theatre - 2215 Broadway Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $22-$48

650-579-5565 ex1

info@bbbay.org

http://www.broadwaybythebay.org/on-stage/performances/a-chorus-line/

Start Time(s): Thurs*-Sat: 8pm Sat (9/29, 10/6): 2pm &amp; 8pm Sun: 2pm *No Show on 10/4

A Chorus Line is a brilliantly complex fusion of dance, song, and compellingly authentic drama about the ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies to land a job in the show The most singularly sensational musical of all time features the landmark songs At The Ballet, What I Did for Love, and One This Tony, Olivier, and Pulitzer Prize winning musical is one of the true masterpieces of the American Theatre]]>

Legally Blonde, The Musical

09-14-2012 - 10-07-2012

Sunnyvale Community Players

http://www.sunnyvaleplayers.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre - 550 E Remington Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $11-$24

408-733-6611

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2:30pm

Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style]]>

Bay Area English Regency Society Dance Party

10-12-2012 - 10-12-2012

5

Bay Area English Regency Society

http://www.baers.org/index.html

St Mark's Episcopal Church - Palo Alto - 600 Colorado Avenue Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): 8pm-10:30pm

The Bay Area English Regency Society celebrates the spirit of the early nineteenth century The English Regency, familiar from the works not only of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer but also C S Forester, Patrick O'Brian, and Tim Powers, was a spirited time bubbling over with creative energy in the arts and sciences, and yet a time when wit and grace were highly valued The dances come from English Country tradition, from Regency-era dance manuals such as Thomas Wilson, and from occasional modern Choreography done in the manner of the time They are set to music by classical composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, or to traditional country dance tunes Dances and music are varied for each ball, according to its theme, which may range from the elegant to the rowdy Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere Dances are led by Alan Winston and guest callers Newcomers are always welcome Participants explore all aspects of life among the different social classes in Regency England, and occasionally venture into the American Federalist era Dress is casual, and comfortable low-heeled shoes are recommended Skirts are worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable]]>

Blue Blanket Improv's Comedy Show

10-13-2012 - 10-13-2012

6

Blue Blanket Improv

http://www.BlueBlanketImprov.com

Admission: Adults $10 Youth (12 and under) $5

650-712-0718

BlueBlanketImprov@hotmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/221804

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Doors 7:30pm&nbsp; Show

In this fun comedy show for the entire family, no performance is ever the same Each is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions!]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

10-13-2012 - 10-13-2012

6

San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 10am-1pm

You've seen San Jose Taiko play--now it's your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko's style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

Elvis Has Left the Building

09-14-2012 - 10-14-2012

6

The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $10-$35

800-838-3006

http://www.tabardtheatre.org

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm Sat: 3pm, 8pm Sun: 2pm -plus- Thurs 10/11: 8pm

Find out what happened when Elvis truly went missing one weekend in December 1970 in this hilarious comedy filled with Elvis' music]]>

44 Plays For 44 Presidents

09-20-2012 - 10-21-2012

City Lights Theater Company

http://www.cltc.org

City Lights Theater - 529 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95112

Admission: $15-$28 Previews (9/20, 9/21): $15-$25 Gala (9/22) $20-$36

408-295-4200

tickets@cltc.org

https://www.vendini.com/ticket-software.html?w=6c3ec8837c653fcd181f230c1d5afd9a&t=tix

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 7:30pm Sun: 2pm or 7pm (See Official Site)

Just in time for the election, City Lights is kicking off its season with a fun, fast-paced look at the forty-four men who have led this country through its greatest successes and its most humiliating defeats, through its proudest moments and its toughest times City Lights will cover the complete history of the Oval Office, from Washington to Obama--and still get you home in time for The Daily Show!]]>

Asylum 2012 - Improv Comedy

10-27-2012 - 10-27-2012

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Pacifica Spindrift Players

http://www.pacificaspindriftplayers.com/Season/asylum.html

Pacifica Spindrift Theatre - 1050 Crespi Drive Pacifica CA 94044

Admission: $7

650-359-7089

http://www.pacificaspindriftplayers.com/Tickets/index.html

Start Time(s): 8pm

The longest-running show at Spindrift, Asylum Improv has been bringing comedy to Pacifica for over twenty years Asylum offers improvisational workshops and performances all year round Asylum performs several live shows each year, usually following each Pacifica Spindrift Players production The troupe performs a smorgasbord of games and scenarios, mostly based on audience suggestions Scenes, characters, and entertainment are created right on the spot, just like they do on the television show Whose Line Is It Anyway?]]>

Memphis

10-23-2012 - 10-28-2012

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Broadway San Jose

http://www.broadwaysanjose.com

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts - 255 Almaden Boulevard San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $20-$88

866-395-2929

http://www.broadwaysanjose.com

Start Time(s): Tues-Thurs: 7:30pm Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm, 8pm Sun: 1pm, 6:30pm

From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a hot new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love Inspired by actual events, Memphis is about a radio DJ who wants to change the world and a club singer who is ready for her big break Come along on their incredible journey to the ends of the airwaves -- filled with laughter, soaring emotion and roof-raising rock 'n' roll Winner of four 2010 Tony Awards® including Best Musical, Memphis played pre-Broadway at the La Jolla Playhouse and Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre, and features a Tony®-winning book by Joe DiPietro (I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change) and a Tony®-winning original score with music by Bon Jovi’s founding member David Bryan Memphis is directed by Tony® nominee Christopher Ashley (Xanadu), and choreographed by Sergio Trujillo (Jersey Boys) Get ready to experience Broadway’s most exciting new destination what AP calls “The very essence of what a Broadway musical should be”]]>

33 Variations

10-03-2012 - 10-28-2012

TheatreWorks

http://www.theatreworks.org

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts - 500 Castro Street Mountain View CA 94041

Admission: $23-$73 (Prices subject to change)

650-463-1960

http://www.theatreworks.org/box-office/buy-tickets/

Start Time(s): Tue, Wed: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat: 2pm <i>and/or</i> 8pm Sun: 2pm <i>and/or </i>7pm

Driven to solve Beethoven's greatest mystery, sharp-witted musicologist Kathryn Brandt joins a captivating waltz between present and past, art and life, distant mother and defensive daughter Accompanied by a concert pianist, this intriguing drama spans two centuries in a race against time for the nearly deaf composer and his modern-day acolyte, both fighting the betrayal of their bodies as they pursue the passions of their minds This show contains brief nudity]]>

Freud's Last Session

10-11-2012 - 11-04-2012

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San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $1750-$79

408-367-7255

http://www.sjrep.com/tickets

Start Time(s): Tues, Wed*: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat*: 3pm, 8pm Sun*: 2pm *Wed (10/24): 11am, 7:30pm *Sat (10/13): 8pm only *Sun (10/14): 2pm, 7pm

Legendary psychoanalyst Dr Sigmund Freud invites a young, little-known professor, CS Lewis, to his home in London Lewis, expecting to be called on the carpet for satirizing Freud in a recent book, soon realizes Freud has a greater agenda On the day that England enters World War II, Freud and Lewis clash over the issues of love, sex, the existence of God, and the meaning of life--only two weeks before Freud chooses to end his own life]]>

Bay Area English Regency Society Dance Party

11-09-2012 - 11-09-2012

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Bay Area English Regency Society

http://www.baers.org/index.html

St Mark's Episcopal Church - Palo Alto - 600 Colorado Avenue Palo Alto CA 94306

Admission: $10

Start Time(s): 8pm-10:30pm

The Bay Area English Regency Society celebrates the spirit of the early nineteenth century The English Regency, familiar from the works not only of Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer but also C S Forester, Patrick O'Brian, and Tim Powers, was a spirited time bubbling over with creative energy in the arts and sciences, and yet a time when wit and grace were highly valued The dances come from English Country tradition, from Regency-era dance manuals such as Thomas Wilson, and from occasional modern Choreography done in the manner of the time They are set to music by classical composers such as Mozart, Schubert, and Beethoven, or to traditional country dance tunes Dances and music are varied for each ball, according to its theme, which may range from the elegant to the rowdy Learn Regency dances in an informal, supportive atmosphere Dances are led by Alan Winston and guest callers Newcomers are always welcome Participants explore all aspects of life among the different social classes in Regency England, and occasionally venture into the American Federalist era Dress is casual, and comfortable low-heeled shoes are recommended Skirts are worn by many women, but pants are definitely acceptable]]>

Blue Blanket Improv's Comedy Show

11-10-2012 - 11-10-2012

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Blue Blanket Improv

http://www.BlueBlanketImprov.com

Admission: Adults $10 Youth (12 and under) $5

650-712-0718

BlueBlanketImprov@hotmail.com

http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/221804

Start Time(s): 7:15pm&nbsp; Doors 7:30pm&nbsp; Show

In this fun comedy show for the entire family, no performance is ever the same Each is made up on the spot based entirely on audience suggestions!]]>

San Jose Taiko Public Workshop

11-17-2012 - 11-17-2012

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San Jose Taiko

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Admission: $50/person

408-293-9344

yurika@taiko.org

http://taiko.org/public-workshops-japanese-drumming-bay-area-san-jose-san-francisco/

Start Time(s): 1pm-4pm

You've seen San Jose Taiko play--now it's your turn! Join fellow taiko enthusiasts in learning the basics of San Jose Taiko's style in a fun and engaging three-hour workshop A brief history of taiko is presented, and participants learn a song based on fundamental stance, rhythms, and technique No taiko experience is necessary, but participants must be at least 15 years old and capable of fairly rigorous physical activity]]>

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

10-26-2012 - 11-18-2012

Sunnyvale Community Players

http://www.sunnyvaleplayers.org

Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre - 550 E Remington Avenue Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $11-$24

408-733-6611

Start Time(s): Thurs: 7:30pm Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2:30pm

Six young people in the throes of puberty, overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that winning isn't everything and that losing doesn't necessarily make you a loser The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a hilarious tale of overachievers' angst chronicling the experience of six adolescent outsiders vying for the spelling championship of a lifetime The show's Tony Award-winning creative team has created the unlikeliest of hit musicals about the unlikeliest of heroes: a quirky yet charming cast of outsiders for whom a spelling bee is the one place where they can stand out and fit in at the same time]]>

Beauty and the Beast - Musical Production

11-02-2012 - 11-18-2012

Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre

http://www.firehousearts.org/events/events-list

Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Avenue Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $17-$33

925-931-4848

Start Time(s): Fri, Sat: 8pm Sun: 2pm

Disney's Beauty and the Beast has just been re-released for production, and it will be performed by Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre Disney's classic fairy tale of pride, self-sacrifice, and love comes to life in this "Tale As Old As Time" It is the perfect opportunity to bring the whole family together for a great evening of entertainment]]>

Trying

11-02-2012 - 11-25-2012

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The Tabard Theatre Company

http://www.tabardtheatre.org

Theatre on San Pedro Square - 29 N San Pedro Street San Jose CA 95110

Admission: $10-$35

800-838-3006

http://www.tabardtheatre.org

Start Time(s): Fri: 8pm Sat: 3pm, 8pm Sun: 2pm -plus- Thurs 11/22: 8pm

Discover why patrician, cantankerous former US Attorney General Francis Biddle has numerous secretaries quit while helping him write his memoirs until he hires a feistt, young Canadian woman who matches him wit for wit]]>

Boom

11-09-2012 - 12-01-2012

Renegade Theatre Experiment

http://www.renegadetheatre.com

Historic Hoover Theatre - 1635 Park Avenue San Jose CA 95126

Admission: $10-$25

408-351-4440

boxoffice@renegadetheatre.com

http://www.renegadetheatre.com/boxoffice/index.html

Start Time(s): Thurs-Sat: 8pm Sun: 7pm *No show on 11/22

A grad student's online personal ad--"Sex to Change the Course of the World"--lures a mysterious journalism student to his subterranean research lab under the pretense of an evening of "no strings attached" sex However, when a major global catastrophic event strikes the planet, their date takes on evolutionary significance and the fate of humanity hangs in the balance Will they survive? What about the fish in the tank? Who is that woman pulling levers and playing the timpani? An epic and intimate comedy that spans over billions of years, boom explores the influences of fate versus randomness in the course of one's life, and life as we know it on the planet Advisory: RTE Rating: 13+ This play contains themes for more mature audiences It may contain some profanity, violence or brief nudity, but these elements should not be too intense for most audiences That being said, some material may not be appropriate for everyone and we recommend this theatrical experience for audience members ages 13 years old and up]]>

A Christmas Carol - San Jose Rep

11-21-2012 - 12-23-2012

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San Jose Repertory Theatre

http://www.sjrep.com

San Jose Repertory Theatre - 101 Paseo de San Antonio San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $1750-$79

408-367-7255

http://www.sjrep.com/tickets

Start Time(s): Tues, Wed*: 7:30pm Thurs, Fri: 8pm Sat*: 3pm, 8pm Sun*: 2pm *Wed (12/5, 12/12): 11am, 7:30pm *Sat (11/24): 8pm only *Sun (11/25): 2pm, 7pm

Rick Lombardo's adaptation of Dickens' classic holiday story is a feast for the senses--full of traditional Victorian carols, lavish period costumes, and actors playing over a dozen traditional instruments The San Jose Mercury News called it an irresistible dose of holiday cheer guaranteed to put some holly in your heart Follow Scrooge on his transformational journey to rejoin the world, find redemption, and discover what it means to be fully human]]>

Free Dance Lesson at The Fairmont

11-04-2011 - 01-01-2037

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The Lobby Lounge

http://www.fairmont.com/sanjose/GuestServices/Restaurants/TheLobbyLounge.htm

The Lobby Lounge at The Fairmont San Jose - 170 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: No cover

408-998-1900

Start Time(s): Fri: 8:30pm-9pm

Want to "trip the light fantastic," but want to brush up on your dancing skills so that you don't really trip? Every Friday, a free half-hour of instruction is offered, followed by dancing to a live band Join the fun! Contemporary and classy light fare is served daily from 12pm to 12am, and the menu boasts over five hundred cocktails and martinis]]>

Weekend Dances and Lessons at Boogie Woogie Ballroom

05-11-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Boogie Woogie Ballroom

http://www.boogiewoogieballroom.com

Boogie Woogie Ballroom - 551 Foster City Boulevard, Suite G Foster City CA

Admission: $10-$12

650-627-4854

Cheryl@BoogieWoogieBallroom.com

Start Time(s): Fri-Sat: 8pm-9pm Drop-In Lesson 9pm-12am Social Dance Sun: 5pm-6pm Drop-In Lesson 6pm-8:30pm Social Dance

Grab your dancing shoes and get ready to twirl away your weekend twilight hours Boogie Woogie Ballroom is a weekly social dance for ballroom dancers at any skill level Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, it hosts a social dance with a different drop-in lesson each week, as well as a light snack buffet Singles and couples are welcome Boogie Woogie Ballroom is now in operation seven days each week Group and private dance instruction are offered in ballroom, Latin, and specialty dances]]>

ComedySportz - Improv Comedy

04-06-2012 - 01-01-2037

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ComedySportz

http://www.comedysportzsanjose.com

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $12-$15

408-985-LAFF (5233)

408-985-5233

http://comedysportzsanjose.com/showtimes.html

Start Time(s): Fri: 9pm Sat: 7pm

If you like Whose Line Is It Anyway?, then you'll love ComedySportz, a South Bay institution Two teams of comics stage an improvised battle of wits on an astroturf-covered stage All of the scenes, characters, and songs are based on audience suggestions And, unlike many live comedy shows, it's suitable for the entire family]]>

The Midnight Show - Improv Comedy

04-06-2012 - 01-01-2037

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ComedySportz

http://comedysportzsanjose.com/midnightshow.html

Camera 3 - 288 S 2nd Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: $10* *Free with 9pm show ticket Ages 18+

408-985-5233

http://comedysportzsanjose.com/midnightshow.html

Start Time(s): Fri: 11pm

If you're looking for a completely improvised comedy show that's a little more R-rated, you've come to the right place Just make sure you come at the right time 11pm is "the new midnight" Unlike regular Comedysportz shows, The Midnight Show has no teams, no uniforms, and no Brown Bag Fouls just long-form improvisation based on one or two suggestions provided by the audience The show won't necessarily be "adult" In fact, it might be just plain childish Either way, it'll be a lot of fun! Tickets are normally $10, but if you buy a ticket to the ComedySportz show at 9pm you can stay for The Midnight Show for free!]]>

The Canvas Open Mic - 1st & 3rd Thursdays

06-16-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Sunnyvale Art Gallery

http://www.sunnyvaleartgallery.com/events.html

Sunnyvale Art Gallery - 251 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94086

Admission: Free

408-737-8188

Start Time(s): 1st &amp; 3rd Thurs of Month: 8pm

All forms of artistic expression are welcome at this Open Mic Night, including music, poetry, stand-up comedy, theatrical performance, and spoken word You can be a performer or part of the audience Either way, you can see what talent there is in the local community]]>

Beginning Tango Dance Class - Argentine Tango Club

04-04-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Oshman Family Jewish Community Center

http://www.paloaltojcc.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Cultural%20Arts&refno=649

Admission: $10 $8 for Oshman members

650-223-8609

Start Time(s): Mon: 7:30pm

Argentine Tango is a social dance that originated in Buenos Aires during the late 19th century and has won hosts of fans all over the world It is sexy, fun and a great form of physical and emotional exercise! This weekly lesson is a friendly environment for singles and couples of all ages]]>

Laugh Track City - Improv Comedy, 1st & 3rd Saturdays

04-07-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Made Up Theatre

http://www.madeuptheatre.com

Made Up Theatre - 3392 Seldon Court Fremont CA 94539

Admission: $10 Ages 16+ &nbsp;

510-573-3633

info@madeuptheatre.com

http://www.madeuptheatre.com/Shows.html

Start Time(s): 1st, 3rd Saturdays of Month: 8pm

Laugh Track is Made Up Theatre's fast-paced short form improv comedy show, where performers play a variety of games that will have you laughing till you cry! Similar to TV's Whose Line is it Anyway?, the cast plays a series of improvised games and scenes based on audience participation It's fun, interactive, and hilarious!]]>

Dance Parties - Group Classes and Social Dancing

04-05-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View

http://cherylburkedance.com/MV/Parties/SanFrancisco_BayArea_SanJose_SouthBay_Dance_Parties.html

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View - 1400 N Shoreline Boulevard #A-1 Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $10-$12

650-864-9150

Start Time(s): &nbsp; Thurs: 7:15pm-Midnight Fri: 7:15pm-1am Sat: 8pm-1am Sun: 7pm-11pm &nbsp;

  From Thursday to Sunday, each evening begins with several drop-in classes, followed by separate dance parties The main ballroom plays a mix that includes Rumba, Cha-Cha, Swing, West Coast Swing, Hustle, Merengue, Samba, Bolero, Tango, Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Viennese Waltz Club Rouge caters to those who prefer club dances – West Coast Swing, Nightclub Two Step, Hustle, Argentine Tango, and Salsa All levels are welcome Partners are not required  ]]>

Dance Party - Saturdays

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Dance Spectrum

http://www.thedancespectrum.com/calendar/

Dance Spectrum - 1707 S Bascom Ave, Suite D Campbell CA 95008

Admission: $12

408-371-9722

Start Time(s): Sat: 8pm-11:55pm

Enjoy great music and a fun time dancing There will be a lesson on various dances at the beginning, followed by open dancing until midnight This is a great way to practice your moves -- or learn new ones!]]>

Tango Seduccion - Dance Class

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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San Jose Dance Boulevard

http://www.sjdancesport.com/Workshops/Workshops.html

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $15

408-264-9393

Start Time(s): Sat: 3:30pm-4:30pm

This is a condensed program for beginners You can attend these Saturday workshops and learn why Argentine Tango holds a spell over so many people]]>

Bellydance Basics - Dance Class

04-09-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Halanda Studio

http://www.halanda.com/classes.html

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $12 drop-in Discount available for 3+ pre-paid classes

408-246-1129

Start Time(s): Sat: 9:30am-10:30am

Learn and master basic moves for the beautiful artform of Bellydance Participants will break down three or four new movements each class, forming them into combinations which will build throughout each month-long session Key Near Eastern rhythms -- a new rhythm each month -- provide the basis for the movements and combinations so students will become familiar with the rhythms that underlie Bellydance Each class begins with a thorough warm-up and workout to prepare the body for dance, as well as drills to improve isolations This class is ideal for beginners to Bellydance, as well as intermediate students who want to improve dance technique No prior dance experience is needed    ]]>

Egyptian Bellydance Class

03-05-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Halanda Studio

http://www.halanda.com/classes.html

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $16 drop-in Discount available for multiple classes

408-246-1129

Start Time(s): Mon: 7pm-8pm

Instructor Hala's approach to dance teaching, which has been highly praised by her students, offers the unique opportunity for people of all ages, genders, and skill levels to learn together in the same class A dance routine blending the basics with more layered moves offers each student a chance to hone skills they already have, perfect the right posture and attitude, and learn new moves as well as new ways of combining moves Hala explains the meanings of songs and stresses the emotional and spiritual aspects of using the body as a musical instrument to complement the music Since dance is an expressive art, Hala encourages students to develop their own unique style and dance personality Her teaching method is based on Eastern traditions, blending in her martial arts training to foster a healthy posture, technique, and form Hala stresses valuable health tips that are crucial to using this dance as a healthy physical exercise without any long-term strain on the body]]>

Ballroom Dance Party - Thursdays

01-05-2012 - 01-01-2037

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San Jose Dance Boulevard

http://www.sjdancesport.com/Parties/Parties.html

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $10 Free for private lesson students

408-264-9393

info@sjdsc.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8:30pm-10pm

Never danced before? Looking to do something fun on a Thursday night? This weekly event is a great opportunity to practice your dancing Meet and greet friendly students and teachers, enjoy complimentary refreshments, listen to great music, and have a great time dancing and socializing!]]>

Sunday Night Dance Party with Bud Ayers

01-08-2012 - 01-01-2037

San Jose Dance Boulevard

http://www.sjdancesport.com/Parties/Parties.html

San Jose Dance Boulevard - 1824 Hillsdale Avenue San Jose CA 95124

Admission: $10&nbsp; Class and party

408-264-9393

info@sjdsc.com

Start Time(s): Sun: 7pm&nbsp; Intermediate Class 8pm&nbsp; Party

If you have some experience with ballroom dance and would like to learn more and improve your skills in a supportive environment, this is the dance party for you  Bud Ayers hosts a weekly intermediate class followed by a dance party every Sunday night  Dance styles for the class rotate each week and include both Latin and Ballroom dances  A schedule of which dance will be taught on which date is available on the Official Site, while the party will feature a variety of styles every night]]>

Saturdays at the Cubberley Pavilion - Social Ballroom Dancing

05-19-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Ballroom Dancing at the Cubberley Pavilion

http://www.cubberleyballroom.com/calendar/#pavilion

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: $9 Free after 9:15pm

Start Time(s): Saturdays 8pm-9pm&nbsp; Beginning and Intermediate Lessons 9pm-11:45pm&nbsp; Social Dancing

This weekly event features beginning and intermediate lessons in ballroom dancing followed by social dancing Singles and couples are welcome, and no partner is necessary It takes place on a gigantic (12,000 square foot) dance floor with great music, top-notch instructors, and friendly people Attire is dressy-casual, and you'll be more comfortable dancing in leather or suede-soled shoes, as opposed to rubber-soled shoes which may stick to the dance floor This event takes place in the Cubberley Pavilion of the Cubberley Community Center]]>

Wednesdays at Lucie Stern - Social Ballroom Dancing

01-19-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Ballroom Dancing at the Cubberley Pavilion

http://www.cubberleyballroom.com/calendar/#wednesdays

Lucie Stern Community Theatre and Center - 1305 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94301

Admission: $10 $5 after 8:30pm

Start Time(s): Wednesdays 6:45pm&nbsp; Beginning Lesson 7:45pm&nbsp; Intermediate Lesson Dance Party continues until 9:45pm

Beginning and intermediate ballroom dancing lessons are followed by social dancing at this Wednesday night event Singles and couples are welcome, and no partner is necessary Attire is dressy-casual, and you'll be more comfortable dancing in leather or suede-soled shoes, as opposed to rubber-soled shoes which may stick to the dance floor Though the organization name mentions Cubberly Pavilion, this event takes place in the Lucie Stern Ballroom of the Lucie Stern Community Center]]>

Salsa, Latin and International Ballroom Social Dancing - Sundays

01-16-2011 - 01-01-2037

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View

http://cherylburkedance.com/MV/parties.html

Cheryl Burke Dance - Mountain View - 1400 N Shoreline Boulevard #A-1 Mountain View CA 94043

Admission: $12 $10 after 9pm

650-864-9150

Start Time(s): 8pm-11pm

Cheryl Burke Dance was founded by Emmy Award-nominee and two-time Dancing with the Stars champion Cheryl Burke The venue features three dance floors, a cafe, and a club room Each Sunday night, this event features social dancing, with Salsa in the Club, International Ballroom and Latin in the Ballroom]]>

Dances of Persia and the Silk Road with Farima

03-01-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Halanda Studio

http://www.Halanda.com

Halanda Studio - 1062 Lincoln Avenue San Jose CA 95125

Admission: $15 drop-in Discounts available for multiple classes

408-246-1129

info@halanda.com

http://www.Halanda.com

Start Time(s): Thurs: 8:30pm-9:30pm

Experience one of the world's most enchanting dance forms! Inspired by Persian poetry and miniature artwork, Silk Road dance combines swirling arabesques, sweeping gestures, shoulder isolations, footwork patterns and dazzling spins The class also features contemporary and folkloric Persian dances, spiritual dances, as well as dances from Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Afghanistan and Armenia As the class progresses, appropriate props are introduced and students learn a structured choreography]]>

Dance Lessons at The Saddle Rack

05-23-2012 - 01-01-2037

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The Saddle Rack

http://www.thesaddlerack.com/calendar

The Saddle Rack - 42011 Boscell Road Fremont CA 94538

Admission: $5 Weds, Thurs $10 Fri Ages 21+

510-979-0477

Start Time(s): Weds-Fri: 7:30pm-9pm

On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights, the main dance floor of The Saddle Rack fills with a happy crowd of almost any age (over 21), stepping and twirling and sashaying to the voice of a patient dance instructor teaching line and couples dance to the beat of good country music There is no extra charge for lessons beyond the cover charge for the night Following the dance lessons are performances by live bands, providing more opportunity for dancing]]>

New Talent Showcase

05-16-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Rooster T Feathers

http://www.roostertfeathers.com

Rooster T Feathers - 157 W El Camino Real Sunnyvale CA 94087

Admission: $10 Two-item minimum Ages 21+

408-736-0921

http://www.roostertfeathers.com/html/calendar.html

Start Time(s): Wed: 8pm* *Show is occasionally pre-empted; check Official Site

Intimate, charming, slightly unpredictable but always hilarious, these weekly New Talent Showcases put the spotlight on the stars of tomorrow -- today! Amateurs and pros alike hone their craft on Wednesday nights As a neighborhood comedy club, Roosters plays a big role in developing and nurturing local comics Many comedians who started out slinging jokes at a Roosters Open Mic have gone on to lucrative careers in television and film -- people like Dana Carvey, Christopher Titus, Kevin Pollack and more!]]>

Open Mic Comedy - Mondays

04-09-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/index.html

Tommy T's Comedy Steakhouse - 5104 Hopyard Road Pleasanton CA 94566

Admission: $5 Two-item minimum Ages 17+

925-227-1800

info@tommyts.com

http://www.tommyts.com/pleasanton/index.html

Start Time(s): Mon: 7pm 5:45pm Signups for Comics

Want to be a comedian? On Monday nights, you have an opportunity to try out a routine in front of an audience! Of course, you can also enjoy Open Mic as an audience member, watching new and established comedians trying out new material]]>

Comedy Night with Dan St Paul - Wednesdays

07-27-2011 - 01-01-2037

Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/entertainment.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: No cover Table reservations required

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

Start Time(s): Every Weds: Dinner: 7pm Show: 8pm

Dan St Paul is hosting some of the Bay Areas top comedians, with seasoned vets and promising newcomers Dan is a national headliner who has appeared on Comedy Central, A&E, and VH-1 He has opened for superstars Natalie Cole, Kenny Loggins, and Ringo Starr He once opened for the San Francisco Symphony claiming that "I knew 'em back when they were just a garage band"]]>

Creative Movement and Storytelling - Classes (Ages 4-6)

08-29-2011 - 01-01-2037

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The Lively Foundation

http://www.livelyfoundation.org

Admission: $60 for 4 classes* *Students may join this class at any time

650-969-4110

livelyfoundation@sbcglobal.net

http://www.livelyfoundation.org

Start Time(s): Mon: 5pm &nbsp;

This class is great for soccer stars and princesses, too Children develop coordination, strength, rhythm and express themselves both verbally and physically Movement, music, and make-believe make a magical experience Everyone dances and has a great time]]>

Improv Comedy Shows at Made Up Theatre

04-14-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Made Up Theatre

http://www.MadeUpTheatre.com

Made Up Theatre - 3392 Seldon Court Fremont CA 94539

Admission: $10

510-573-3633

info@madeuptheatre.com

http://www.MadeUpTheatre.com

Start Time(s): Sat: 8pm

Every Saturday in Fremont, Made Up Theatre presents improvisational comedy shows Whether it's Laugh Track City (1st & 3rd Saturdays) or Five Play Improv (2nd & 4th Saturdays), you're bound to be in for a night of hilarious scenes based on audience suggestions!]]>

Friday Night Practice Party - Ballroom Dancing

05-18-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Imperial Dance Club

http://www.imperialdance.com

Imperial Dance Club - 822 Cassia Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: $6 Free if attending optional class ($15)

(650) 366-0504

Start Time(s): Fridays 9pm-11pm Dance Party (7pm-9pm Optional Classes)

The Imperial Dance Club is known in the Bay Area for its top-quality instruction in international-style ballroom dancing as well as for its fantastic dance floor Optional classes precede the Practice Party, itself]]>

Woodshed Dance - 2nd Tuesdays

01-10-2012 - 01-01-2037

Bay Area Country Dance Society

http://www.bacds.org/series/woodshed/atherton/

Holbrook Palmer Park - 150 Watkins Avenue Atherton CA 94027

Admission: Free for dancers and musicians Callers pay a share of the $25 rent

bacds@bacds.org

Start Time(s): 2nd Tues of month: 8pm-10pm

The woodshed series is an opportunity for callers (or would-be callers) and musicians (or would-be musicians) to try out new (or new-to-them) material Callers present dances--typically English or contra--and ask the dancers for feedback on particular or general points When it is not their turn to call, they also dance In addition to some experienced dance musicians, the band is open--best for players who can sight-read or learn by ear quickly and play up to dance tempo Dancers and musicians get in free, while the callers for that evening divide the $25 rental expense for the Carriage House There's a high proportion of discussion, trying things different ways, and so forth Therefore, if you just want to dance, you may find the woodshed series frustrating  At its core, this is a working session, and dance geeks enjoy it very much]]>

Music and Dancing in the Fairmont Lobby Lounge

11-11-2011 - 01-01-2037

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The Lobby Lounge

http://www.fairmont.com/sanjose/GuestServices/Restaurants/TheLobbyLounge.htm

The Lobby Lounge at The Fairmont San Jose - 170 S Market Street San Jose CA 95113

Admission: No cover

408-998-1900

Start Time(s): Mondays, 8pm-11pm: Solo Grand Piano Tuesdays, 8:30pm-11:30pm: Dueling Grand Pianos Wednesdays, 8:30pm-11:30pm: Variety Showcase Thursdays, 8:30pm-11:30pm: Something Jazzy Fridays, 8:30pm-9pm: Free Dance Lessons Saturdays, 5pm-7pm 5:00: Cocktail Hour Light Piano Fridays and Saturdays, 9pm-12am: Live bands playing Jazz and Pop Dance hits

Live music, coupled with a spacious dance floor, is offered six nights a week There is also a ten-foot big screen, four plasma televisions, and wireless internet connectivity Contemporary and classy light fare is served daily from 12pm to 12am, and the menu boasts over five hundred cocktails and martinis The current schedule is as follows: Mondays, 8pm-11pm: Solo Grand Piano Tuesdays, 8:30pm-11:30pm: Dueling Grand Pianos Wednesdays, 8:30pm-11:30pm: Variety Showcase Thursdays, 8:30pm-11:30pm: Something Jazzy Fridays, 8:30pm-9pm: Free Dance Lessons Saturdays, 5pm-7pm 5:00: Cocktail Hour Light Piano Fridays and Saturdays, 9pm-12am: Live bands playing Jazz and Pop Dance hits]]>

Angelica's Jazz Jam - Mondays

04-16-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Angelica's Bistro

http://www.angelicasbistro.com/calendar.htm

Angelica's Bistro - 863 Main Street Redwood City CA 94063

Admission: Show is Free $15 min dinner/drink during performance

650-365-3226

info@angelicasbistro.com

Start Time(s): Mon: 6pm Dinner 7pm Jam

This swingin' affair is a Jazz Jam hosted by The Walt Hern Jazz Project The band features Dennis Kong on bass, Walt Hern on drums, and some of the Bay area's best jazz vocalists who will rotate each week Interested guest musicians should arrive early and sign up to perform Guests will get plenty of stage time Guest vocalists, please bring charts for the band Guitarists, please bring a small amp to use All the players are well experienced at hosting jam sessions and welcome players at all levels of experience to join in Support live jazz by supporting Angelica's Jazz Mondays Swingdancers and Lindyhoppers, the ample dance floor is waiting for you to dance to some great swinging Jazz]]>

Friday Night Dance - Social Ballroom Dancing

05-04-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Friday Night Dancers

http://www.FridayAtThePav.com

Cubberley Community Center - 4000 Middlefield Road Palo Alto CA 94303

Admission: General admission $9 Discounts for youth

650-395-8847

fridaynightdance@yahoo.com

http://www.FridayAtThePav.com

Start Time(s): Every Friday Beginning &amp; intermediate lessons 8pm-9pm Dancing 9pm to midnight

Come enjoy the fun of social ballroom dancing on our gigantic 12,000 square foot floor We play a full variety of dances including waltz, foxtrot, East and West coast swing, cha cha, rumba, salsa, tango, night-club two step, country two-step, quickstep, and others! Dancers of all levels are welcome, from first-timers to professionals Come on your own or bring a partner Either way, you'll meet lots of friendly dancers]]>