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SEASON OPENING GALA!
GALA HONOREE
JUNE ROGERS!
GALLO CENTER FOUNDER & BOARD MEMBER
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2024, 8 PM
$62 - $127*
*TICKETS ARE FOR THE CONCERT ONLY. GALA DINNER NOT INCLUDED. DISCOUNTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Michael Feinstein makes his highly anticipated Gallo Center debut celebrating the legacy of Tony Bennett! Featuring the 15-piece Carnegie Hall Big Band in this spectacular season opening gala concert event, Feinstein pays a heartfelt tribute to the legendary crooner, bringing Bennett’s iconic songs to life in a symphony of sound.
Feinstein, “the singer and pianist known as the ambassador of the Great American Songbook” (New York Times), honors his longtime friend with such revered classics as "Because of You," "Rags to Riches," "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," "The Best is Yet To Come," "I Get a Kick Out of You," "Stranger in Paradise" and many more. The five-time Grammy Award nominee’s dynamic interpretations, coupled with the grandeur of the big band, will create an unforgettable night that honors the legacy of the extraordinary entertainer who helped open the Gallo Center in 2007!
ON HIS FRIEND TONY BENNETT MICHAEL FEINSTEIN WITH A Q&A
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO PAY TRIBUTE TO TONY BENNETT?
I would not have been able to achieve what I do if it weren't for the individuals who preceded me and imparted their knowledge, one of whom was Tony Bennett. I had the privilege of knowing Tony personally—I once had the opportunity to sing with him, and I spent time with him socially, along with his wife, Susan. Thus, being able to express gratitude and celebrate his legacy, as well as to discover different and novel ways to interpret his music, presents a significant challenge because he's not just an icon; he is a legend.
CAN YOU DESCRIBE HOW IMPORTANT TONY’S CONTRIBUTIONS ARE TO THE HISTORY OF THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK?
Tony Bennett's work has left a significant mark on The Great American Songbook, making timeless classics shine even brighter. His songs, ranging from the iconic "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" to the uplifting "The Best is Yet to Come," show his unique ability to bring freshness and depth to well-loved tunes. Whether he’s delivering the smooth elegance of "Fly Me to the Moon" and "The Way You Look Tonight" or the heartfelt simplicity of "Smile," Bennett's performances are a showcase of his emotional depth and commitment to the music.
record featured Gershwin's work. Then, songs associated with people he worked with, like Judy Garland, Nat King Cole, Sophie Tucker, will be part of the repertoire. So, it’s going to be an overview of his career through all of that music.
CAN YOU TELL US ABOUT THE FIRST TIME YOU MET TONY?
The first time I met Tony Bennett was in 1983. I was doing a benefit with Rosemary Clooney, and Tony was asked to participate. I remember talking to him on the phone first because he wanted to perform some unknown Gershwin songs that I had access to, thanks to my work with Ira Gershwin. Then, I met Tony backstage at the concert, and he was great. Being a young kid who knew his world, I knew his music and the songwriters, so it was easy for us to start talking and become friends.
YOU DEBUTED THIS SHOW AT CARNEGIE HALL TO A SOLD-OUT AUDIENCE. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO COLLABORATE WITH THE CARNEGIE HALL BIG BAND?
Tony Bennett is one of the most enduring icons of the 20th century. He has created a body of work surpassed by none.”
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN
WHAT
CAN WE EXPECT FROM THE SHOW?
For the Tony tribute, I’m performing the songs associated with him, including a lot of the Cy Coleman pieces, like "The Best is Yet to Come," which he introduced, and "I Want to Be Around," which Tony also made famous. Of course, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" will be included, along with Gershwin songs because his first commercial
The first time I performed at Carnegie Hall was in 1978, and I was 22 or 23 years old. I've maintained this relationship with Carnegie for all these decades. They have given me the opportunity to create many new types of concerts in the large hall, Zankel Hall, and Weill Hall throughout the years. I got the idea that people everywhere should experience a Carnegie Hall Big Band event… because big bands have played at Carnegie Hall since the last century, yet Carnegie Hall has never created anything like this—a touring big band that preserves the legacy of all the great bands, band leaders, and singers who fronted the bands. They were interested in this idea because it acts as outreach, demonstrating that Carnegie Hall is involved in all different kinds of arts and music types. Being associated with them is something I am very mindful about because they are iconic. Thus, the combination of the Carnegie Hall big band and celebrating the music of Tony Bennett becomes an event.
STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN’S SONGS OF HOPE MAKE HISTORY
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2024, 7 PM
$47 - $108*
*$108 TICKET INCLUDES PRE-SHOW MEET & GREET. DISCOUNTS NOT AVAILABLE ON MEET & GREET TICKETS.
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In a career spanning more than three decades, Steven Curtis Chapman is the most awarded artist in Christian music history. He is also the recent recipient of the BMI Icon Award, making him the first Christian music songwriter to receive the honor. He joins an elite list that includes Dolly Parton, Sting, Paul Simon, Carole King, and Stevie Nicks.
Chapman has sold more than seventeen million albums. Along the way he’s garnered 59 Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards, an American Music Award, and a historic 50 No. 1 singles. While his influence in contemporary Christian music is formidable—Amy Grant, Mercy Me, CeCe Winans and other major stars have recorded his songs— Chapman’s songs of hope have also crossed genres, seeing collaborations with, among others, Glen Campbell, Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts, Ricky Skaggs, and Brad Paisley.
FRESH FROM HER SHOW-STEALING ROAST OF TOM BRADY, IT’S HILARIOUS
NIKKI GLASER
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2024, 4 PM & 7:30 PM*
$47 - $107
*7:30 PM SHOW HAS VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY.
If you were among the millions who viewed Netflix’s “The Greatest Roast of All Time: The Roast of Tom Brady” on May 5, then you already know that hilarious Nikki Glaser stole the show. That she stole it from all the big names in entertainment and sports gathered on stage to roast the great quarterback made the moment an even bigger viral sensation.
Now this red-hot comedy star is about to make her Modesto debut at the Gallo Center, but if you want to see her, act quickly. Tickets for Nikki’s appearance at 7:30 pm on September 21, first announced as part of the Center’s 24/25 season back in June, flew out the door. So a second show was added on the same day, at 4 pm. They are flying out the door, too. You know what to do.
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CELTIC THUNDER
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2024, 7:30 PM
$47 - 87
Internationally acclaimed Celtic Thunder’s allnew show Odyssey is a fascinating exploration of Irish music and culture, firmly grounded in the ensemble's impressive history, while ambitiously forging new paths. The word 'Odyssey' implies a significant journey, and that's precisely what audiences are invited on - a sweeping voyage through the heartlands of traditional Irish music, the rhythmic pulse of contemporary Irish music, and the innovative original arrangements that are emblematic of Celtic Thunder's unique sound.
This group is one of the most popular shows in Gallo Center history. Celtic Thunder’s musical chemistry, steeped in their Irish heritage, gives the show its compelling power, while each member adds their distinctive voice and charm to this musical journey.
THE REFRESHING CLEAN COMEDY OF HENRY
CHO EXPERIENCE
FROM HERE TO THERE TOUR 2024
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2024, 7 PM
$37 - 57
SPONSORED BY:
The Gallo Center is delighted to welcome this clean, Christian-friendly performer back to Modesto! Henry Cho’s TV credits include appearances on NBC's The Tonight Show , CBS's The Late, Late, Show , and NBC's Young Comedians Special . He served two years as host of NBC's Friday Night Videos and had many guest roles on various network sitcoms. Henry was co-creator, co-producer and co-writer of The Henry Cho Show on the Great American Family network.
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CELEBRATE 40 YEARS WITH
SAWYER BROWN!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2024, 7:30 PM
$47 - $97
SPONSORED BY:
High-energy, ground-breaking country band Sawyer Brown is celebrating 40 great years in the music business! Boasting both country pop and rock music influences, they have released 18 studio albums and notched three No. 1 singles: "Step That Step," "Some Girls Do" and "Thank God for You." Sawyer Brown's latest album, released earlier this year, is the Blake Shelton-produced Desperado Troubadours.
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MARVEL AT THE ELECTRIFYING GUITAR STYLE OF
RODRIGO
GABRIELA y
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2024, 5 PM
$47 - $107
Grammy Award-winning duo Rodrigo y Gabriela grew up on an eclectic mix of classic rock, heavy metal and flamenco, a rare alchemy of influences that still informs their work today. As they developed their distinct breed of guitar music, Rodrigo y Gabriela quickly gained recognition for their extraordinary live show, now globally renowned.
Among their many successes are performing at The White House for the President and Mrs. Obama, headlining the Jazz World stage at Glastonbury, and selling out major venues like the Hollywood Bowl, Red Rocks Amphitheater, London's Royal Albert Hall, Radio City Music Hall, and the Sydney Opera House.
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LAUREATE’S CIRCLE
($100,000+)
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($25,000+)
James E. Coleman
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In Memory of
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Sharon J. Tereshka
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Freda Motto*
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Miriam Olsen
In Memory of Dr. Harvey F. Palitz
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In Memory of James Robert “Moose” Parsons
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Regional Hand Center
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Brant & Hannah Scott
Joe “Bud” & Joan Shimmon
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Studio V Pilates & Victoria Popoff
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Swatman OrthodonticsDr. Matt Swatman
Terry & Erin Sweeney
Kathy & Mike Tekautz
Patti Torrens & Jim Ladd
Liz Trauring
Steven Perry & Ann Marie Truscello
Aaron Valencia & Gloria Soriano
Tom & Grace Van Groningen*
Barbara Van Overbeek
Intrinsic Elements
Tom & Diane VanderVeen
Burt & Polly Vasche*
Albert Veldstra
Chick & Lynda Venturini
Steven & Arlene Vilas
Nancy Von Gunten
Marsha Waggoner
Hans & Carla Wagner
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Austin & Jayne Waters
Jim Weaver &
Shannon Gilbert-Weaver
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Weston-Dawkes
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Wilson
Susan Windemuth & Tom Holliday
24/25 PREMIERE PARTNER
Central Valley Doctors Health System
24/25 SEASON SPONSORS
CORPORATE PATRONS
As of July 15, 2024
ARTS EDUCATION
As of July 15, 2024
Alfred Matthews
California Arts Council
Education Foundation of Stanislaus County
U.S. Bank Foundation
$10,000+
Make Dreams Real Fund
Modesto Subaru
Porges Family Foundation Fund
Silva Injury Law, Inc.
$5,000+ Kaiser Permanente
$2,500+
Beard Land & Investment Co.
FOUNDATION GIVING
Bob and Marie Gallo Foundation
California Arts Council
Costa Family Foundation
National Endowment for the Arts
Stanislaus Community Foundation
The Ernest Gallo Foundation
The Julio R. Gallo Foundation
Henry & Susan Winters
Winton-Ireland, Strom &
Green Insurance Agency
Terry & Christen Withrow*
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Howard & Debbie Wright
Capt. Kevin E. Young
Lynn & Sue Zwahlen
Anonymous (4)
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RESIDENT COMPANY
MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA PRESENTS
PICNIC AT THE POPS!
DANCING IN THE STREET
MUSIC OF MOTOWN
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 GALLO Grounds
Tickets starting at:
General Lawn Seating: Adults $45 / Youth $12
Reserved Lawn Seating: Adults $75 / Youth $20
GROUP PRICING AVAILABLE
Grounds open at 5:00 pm
Concert starts at 7:30 pm
Ryan Murray, conductor
Featuring Guest Artists: Chester Gregory, Crystal Monee-Hall, Terron Brooks
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Experience a full-evening symphonic tribute to the magic of Motown! This program features your Modesto Symphony Orchestra performing smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations, and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Program to include new orchestral arrangements of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Reach Out I’ll Be There,” “Dancing In The Street,” “My Girl,” “Superstition” and more. Audiences will be transformed by the powerful music of the Motown era and dance the night away at the GALLO grounds!
BRANFORD MARSALIS
WITH THE MODESTO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2024, 7 PM
$31 - $116
Nicholas Hersh, conductor
Branford Marsalis, saxophone PROGRAM
Borodin: Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor
Milhaud: Scaramouche
Williams: Escapades from Catch Me If You Can
Rachmaninoff: Symphonic Dances
The MSO kicks off their 94th season with acclaimed saxophonist Branford Marsalis! Marsalis will be featured on Milhaud’s Scaramouche and John Williams’ Escapades, a full symphonic work derived from the score of Steven Spielberg’s Catch Me If You Can. This one-nightonly concert is one you won’t want to miss!
SIX WAYS
THE CENTER SERVES OUR COMMUNITY’S YOUTH
The Gallo Center for the Arts has earned a national reputation for the quality, diversity and success of its performing arts presentations in the genres of Broadway, Concerts, Dance, Comedy, Theatre and more. Less well known is the wide-ranging impact the Center has in the arts education of our community’s young people.
Our Arts Education Department works yearround to provide motivating performing arts experiences for thousands of San Joaquin Valley youth through programming available to school partners and the community. From live performances to hands-on learning opportunities, we try to provide arts education programs that are accessible, relevant and creatively inspiring. Here’s how:
STUDENT MATINEE SERIES
The Gallo Center’s Student Matinee Series features daytime performances at the Center curated specifically for our region’s students. All performances align with and support state curriculum standards in all core subject areas, including the arts. Students are bussed to the Center for these performances. Schools are charged $5 per student, a cost that hasn't changed since the program began in 2009. The Student Matinee Series receives support from Alfred Matthews.
GCA ON TOUR
Designed for schools unable to visit the Gallo Center due to a lack of resources, GCA On Tour brings the wonder of live theater directly to the students. This program features both locally produced performances and nationally touring productions, as well as residencies and workshops created specifically for school sites. We believe art can truly happen anywhere — even a school cafeteria. GCA On Tour receives support from U.S. Bank and Kaiser Permanente.
YES ACADEMY 2
Photo
by Eric Bejerke.
YES Academy is an afterschool musical theater program that provides education, performance, and community engagement opportunities, offering students who wish to dive deeper into their musical theater training the means to do so in bi-monthly classes. Participation is by audition. YES Academy receives support from Central Valley Doctors Health System.
YES COMPANY
A PARTNERSHIP OF THE GALLO CENTER & STANISLAUS COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
Youth Entertainment Stage (YES) Company is an audition-based youth theater company that produces a full-length Broadway musical each summer. Led by local theater professionals, the cast for all YES Company productions features only students in grades 7-12. Thanks to this work as an ensemble, students gain a sense of community through trust, acceptance, and celebration of their differences as they work toward a common goal. YES Company receives support from Modesto Subaru.
GALLO CENTER YOUTH ACADEMY
A PARTNERSHIP OF THE GALLO CENTER & STANISLAUS COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION
GCYA is an afterschool musical theater program for students in grades 1-8, in which students receive both practical training and curriculumbased performing arts teaching as they develop their individual craft alongside an ensemble of their peers. Each semester culminates in a musical theater production presented in the Foster Family Theater. Gallo Center Youth Academy receives support from the California Arts Council.
Photo by Joan Lee.
CREATION STATION SUMMER CAMP
Creation Station is a week-long musical theater camp for students in grades 1-6. Each summer, Creation Station takes on a new theme through which campers experience and learn about all aspects of the performing arts. The camp culminates in a showcase performance for friends and family in the Foster Family Theater. Creation Station receives support from Silva Injury Law.
Photo by Joan Lee.
TWO TERRIFIC SHOWS ADDED TO THE SEASON!
CHARO
JACKSONS THE IN CONCERT
SATURDAY, APRIL 26, 2025, 7:30 PM
$92 - $167
ON SALE TO THE PUBLIC AUGUST 13
Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Michael, five brothers originally known as The Jackson 5 and later The Jacksons, rose to fame with extraordinary musical talent and spectacular choreography. They became pop royalty, sold 200 million recordings and launched Michael Jackson's legendary solo career. Now Jackie, Tito and Marlon are headed to the Gallo Center to perform "I Want You Back," "ABC," "The Love You Save," "I'll Be There," "Never Can Say Goodbye," "Dancing Machine" and much more!
SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2025, 5 PM
$42 - $97
A virtuoso guitarist, singer, composer, actor and comedian who has twice been voted “Best Flamenco Guitarist," by Guitar Magazine, Charo has entertained millions during her stellar career. She is instantly recognizable by her trademark expression, “Cuchi Cuchi," which has endeared her to audiences around the world and made her name synonymous with music, fun and excitement.
2ND ANNUAL!
Gallo Center for the Arts
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2024, 1 – 4 PM FREE!
Last year’s inaugural Family Fun Festival was a roaring success, with an estimated 2,000 people in attendance for live music and dance, arts and crafts, chalk art, lawn games, face painting, balloon animals, prize giveaways—all during a full, sunny afternoon of fantastic family fun. Now this free event is coming back, promising even more fun than before! All of this information and more is on our free community events calendar at GalloArts.org!
LOOK WHO’S COMING TO THE FESTIVAL!
COLORZ FACE PAINTING
DOWNTOWN MODESTO PARTNERSHIP
FLIP N FRY TRUCK
GALLO CENTER ARTS EDUCATION
GRAFFITI USA MUSEUM
MODESTO CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
MODESTO-STANISLAUS
POETRY CENTER
PYTHON RON
QUAKE DJ
ROSE GARDEN PHOTO BOOTH
STANISLAUS ARTS COUNCIL
STANISLAUS COUNTY LIBRARY
YOGURT MILL
FREE PERFORMANCE OF 23 SKIDOO & THE SECRET AGENCY
AFTER THE FESTIVAL!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2024, 4 PM
• FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE STARTING SEPTEMBER 3
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Secret Agent 23 Skidoo is a Grammy-Award winning, internationally touring, purple-velvettuxedo-wearing family funk phenomenon. Combining the positive, primal power of hip-hop with the surreal storytelling of science fiction, 23 Skidoo has concocted a potent potion that wows family crowds across the planet.
The ingredients of his magic spells include respect for the culture and DNA of hip-hop, funk and soul music, and a deep belief in the power of the imagination to change the world in positive ways, both personal and universal. If you can imagine Dr. Seuss and Dr. Dre having a baby, it would be the music of Secret Agent 23 Skidoo. Nuff said!
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A Modesto native and board certified specialist, Dr. Clarke Filippi has unique expertise in the treatment of gum disease and gum recession, as well as the replacement of teeth with dental implants Dr. Filippi and his professional staff look forward to treating all your periodontal and dental implant needs in the most compassionate and skillful way
Also providing full mouth tooth replacement and IV sedation
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHRISTINA GOMEZ, CHAIR OF THE
MARIE D. GALLO, PRESIDENT EMERITA†
JUNE ROGERS, DIRECTOR EMERITA
ALEX MARI, M.D., IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
GINGER
MEL BRADLEY
FALLON FERRIS
SARAH GROVER
CHAD HILLIGUS
MICHAEL KRAUSNICK
JAY KRISHNASWAMY
MICHELLE LEWIS
KATY MENGES
JUAN SÁNCHEZ MUÑOZ, PH.D.
DUNCAN RENO
TINA ROCHA
BRANT SCOTT
MICHAEL JOE SILVA
STEPHANIE GALLO TYLER
ANN M. VENEMAN
GEOFF WONG
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
TODD AARONSON
ANGELICA ANGUIANO
VICTOR BARRAZA
JOHN BELLIZZI
JENNIFER COELHO
KATHRYN DAVIS
DANIEL DEL REAL
ROBERT FANTAZIA
STACEY FILIPPI
ROBERT FORES
JULIAN GALLO
RYAN ROTH GALLO
DIANE GILBERT
ALLEN GRAYSON
EMMA GROVER
SABRINA HIGH
DOUG HIGHIET
LINDA HISCHIER
RONALD HOFFMANN
JOSE IBARRA
JAIME JIMENEZ
BRIAN KLINE
KEVIN LUTTENEGGER
VIRGINIA MADUENO
ROBERTO MARTINEZ
IVEY MAYOL
YOLANDA MERAZ
CHRIS MURPHY
SHARILYN NELSON
BILL NUNES JR.
RICHARD OGLE, PH.D.
GINO PATRIZIO
JOHANN RAMIREZ
ROSE MARIE REAVILL
JEFFREY REED
CATHERINE RHEE
CHRISTINE ROBERTS
ROSALEE RUSH
JOHN SCHNEIDER
KATE TROMPETTER
PHILIP TROMPETTER, PH.D.
AARON VALENCIA
COLLEEN F. VAN EGMOND
DOUG VILAS
SUE ZWAHLEN
FOUNDING TRUSTEES
IRENE ANGELO†
LILLY BANISADRE
CARL BOYETT†
JOAN CARDOZA
LORRAINE CARDOZA
SHEILA CARROLL
SUZANNE CASAZZA
PAUL DRAPER
RON EMERZIAN
ANN ENDSLEY
KENNI FRIEDMAN
LOUIS FRIEDMAN
DIANNE GAGOS
BARRY HIGHIET†
JOHN JACINTO
RANDY JALLI
CHRIS JOHNSON
GRACE LIEBERMAN†
ROY LEVIN, M.D.
ALEXANDRA LOEW
BILL MATTOS
TONY MISTLIN†
KATE NYEGAARD
RUTHANN OLSEN
JEANNE PERRY
JOHN C. PFEFFER, M.D.
NORM PORGES
CHRIS REED
JAMES REED
SUE ELLEN RITCHEY
DELSIE SCHRIMP
FRED A. SILVA
RAY SIMON
DELMAR R. TONGE, M.D.†
TOM VAN GRONINGEN, PH.D.
CAROL WHITESIDE†
JEREMIAH WILLIAMS
ALICE YIP † IN MEMORIAM
The Gallo Center for the Arts is a unique public/private partnership. Construction was funded jointly by the County Of Stanislaus, which owns the facility, and contributions from more than 4,000 individuals and businesses given to a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization which today operates the Center. Designed by Jessica Lopez Design
