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We are proud to keep the arts alive to be enjoyed by all in our five-county region and beyond.

We invite you to turn to Page 42 and learn how our Education Through the Arts programs teach about the arts (music, theater, dance, and visual art) and integrate the arts into core school subjects such as math, science, and literature.

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Corporate Partner Profile......................................................... 15 Calendar at a Glance................................................................. 16 FEATURE PERFORMANCES The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra....................... 18 David Cross: Making America Great Again!.............................. 19 Merle Haggard............................................................................ 20 The Summit: The Manhattan Transfer Meets Take 6................ 22 Jim Jefferies: The Freedumb Tour.............................................. 23 The BFG by Dallas Children’s Theater ...................................... 24 Black Violin ................................................................................ 25 Jennifer Nettles with Brandy Clark............................................ 26 In The Mood............................................................................... 27 Shinedown.................................................................................. 28 Mary Wilson & Lenny Williams.................................................. 29 Clifford The Big Red Dog™ – Live!............................................ 30 Loreena McKennitt..................................................................... 31

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ventures, resulting in quality healthcare,

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“I attended my first play ever –

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‘Pinocchio’ – here at the Center when I was

participation in the San Pablo Adopt-a-

a child,” said Margie Mejia, the Tribe’s

Family program to their generous support

chairwoman. “It is a great honor for the

of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, the Tribe

Tribe to now be in a position to help create

is philanthropically active, and believes that

those experiences for other children, and to

well-funded service organizations are the

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key ingredient to a strong community. This

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conduit for enhancing the artistic,

In addition to being the Center’s

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life experiences of our children, their

a Corporate Alliance Partner since 2010,

families, and their teachers.

and has generously contributed to the

The Lytton Band has faced many

renovation of the eponymous Lytton

challenges throughout its long history, from

Rancheria Grand Lobby, as well as the

natural disaster to the termination of their

Center’s 2013 renovation of the Ruth Finley

Tribal status by the Federal government,

Person Theater.

which was reinstated in 1991 after a

The Board, staff and volunteers of

30-year struggle. Since then, the Tribe has

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts are deeply

significantly improved the lives of their

grateful to Lytton Rancheria for investing in

members through investment at the San

our community, and in the Center’s mission

Pablo Lytton Casino, among other business

to enrich, educate, and entertain.

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JE Media presents Psychic Medium & Author John Edward

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North Bay Stage Company presents Other People’s Money †

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat

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Left Edge Theatre presents A Steady Rain*

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The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra

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David Cross: Making America Great Again!

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Merle Haggard

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North Bay Stage Company presents Love Letters †

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Symphony Pops Series: Love Is a Many Splendored Thing

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The Summit: The Manhattan Transfer meets Take 6

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Jim Jefferies: The Freedumb Tour

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: The BFG

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Black Violin

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Jennifer Nettles with Brandy Clark and Special Guests Lindsay Ell and Tara Thompson

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Artbeat, Inc. presents In the Mood

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North Bay Stage Company presents The Hallelujah Girls †

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Left Edge Theatre presents Carnage*

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Masters of Illusion

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Vince Gill

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Elvis Costello: Detour with Special Guest Larkin Poe

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Story Pirates

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North Bay Stage Company presents Breaking Legs †

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Symphony Pops Series: The Music of Elvis

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Kathleen Madigan: The Mermaid Lady Tour

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Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Popovich Comedy Pet Theater

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Rodney Strong Dance Series: Pilobolus

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Emporium Presents John Prine

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Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science

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Emmylou Harris

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Mary Wilson & Lenny Williams: A Benefit Concert for Carousel Fund

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* These performances take place on the Wilhelm & Edith Wurst Stage in the Carston Cabaret.

† These performances take place in the East Auditorium.

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Wednesday, January 27 at 8pm Pre-show discussion at 7pm

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Hailing from the home of The Hobbit

ukuleles. Flamboyant outfits, delightful

movies and sharing DNA with Flight of

theatrical effects and convivial crowd

the Conchords, New Zealand

participation complete the night.

entertainment powerhouse The

The band’s repertoire is a superbly

Wellington International Ukulele

eclectic curation of songs appropriated from

Orchestra are in hot demand

many genres alongside tunes from the

worldwide for their winning

South Pacific, all packaged into a

combination of charming humour,

spectacular, unmissable funfest. Expect to

disarmingly small ukuleles, and

hear fantastic “ukulelefied” versions of rock

sublime musicality.

and pop classics by the likes of Justin

The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra are skilled performers who live to entertain, making sure audiences forget

Timberlake, Dolly Parton, Cyndi Lauper, Blondie, Salt n Pepa and much, much more.

The band’s number one rule is: “If you

their troubles and sing their hearts out.

know the words, sing along. If you don’t

Their signature sound features high-octane

know the words, sing along!”

ukulele solos, heavenly multi-part vocal This project received support from the California Arts Council; WESTAF, the Western States Arts Federation; and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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David Cross: Making America Great Again!

Sunday, January 31 at 7:30pm

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Cross will return to the road in 2016 with a stand-up tour playing theatres across the country. Named one of the Top 100 Stand-Up Comedians of All Time by Comedy Central, Cross will launch his “Making America Great Again!” tour in January 2016 and play theatres nationwide thru April 2016.

He last toured in 2009 with a solo stand-up show in support of his New York Times Bestseller, “I Drink for a Reason.” That hugely successful comedy show was filmed at Boston's Wilbur Theater for a special, entitled “Bigger and Blackerer,” which premiered on EPIX in April 2010 before being released on CD and DVD by Sub Pop. His previous comedy special, "David Cross: The Pride is Back," aired on HBO in 1999, and was named one of the 25 best stand-up

debuting on January 7, and the following

comedy specials and concert films of all

three on January 14. The original iteration,

time by ROLLING STONE in July 2015.

“The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd

In January 2016, IFC will premiere the long-awaited third season of “Todd

Margaret,” aired on IFC from 2010 to 2012.

Cross reteamed with his “Mr. Show”

Margaret,” created by and starring Cross as

collaborator and co-creator, Bob Odenkirk,

an ill-equipped American who finds himself

to create “Mr. Show with Bob and David,” a

running the London sales office of the

four-episode revamp of the iconic sketch

energy drink company for which he works.

comedy series, which premiered November

IFC will air six episodes, with the first three

2015 on Netflix.

Contains mature content.

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Merle Haggard Wednesday, February 10 at 8pm

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"professor," he once told a reporter, and the

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description suits him. Studying, analyzing and observing the details of life around him, Haggard relays what he sees, hears and feels through his songs. The lyrics are deceptively simple, the music exceptionally listenable. Others who have lived through those same situations recognize the truth in the stories he tells. But Haggard's real gift is that anyone who hears his songs recognizes the truth in them. When a Merle Haggard song plays, it can make an innocent-asapple-pie grandma understand the stark loneliness and self-loathing of a prisoner on death row; a rich kid who never wanted for any material possession get a feel for the pain of wondering where the next meal will come from; a tee-totaling pillar of the community sympathize with the poor heartbroken guy downing shots at the The word "legend" usually makes an appearance at some point when

local bar.

As a result, Haggard found his songs at

discussing Merle Haggard. It's an

the top of the charts on a regular basis.

acknowledgement of his artistry and his

Immediately embraced by country fans, he

standing as "the poet of the common man."

also earned the respect of his peers. In

It's a tribute to his incredible commercial

addition to the 40 #1 hits, Haggard charted

success and to the lasting mark he has

scores of Top Ten songs. He won just about

made, not just on country music, but on

every music award imaginable, both as a

American music as a whole. It's apt in every

performer and as a songwriter, and in 1994

way but one.

was inducted into the Country Music Hall of

The term imposes an aura of loftiness

Fame. His body of work easily places him

that's totally at odds with the grit and heart

beside Hank Williams as one of the most

of Haggard's songs. "I'd be more

influential artists in country music.

comfortable with something like

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Love Is a Many Splendored Thing

Billy Stritch

Gabrielle Stravelli

Michael Berkowitz, Principal Pops Conductor

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Sunday, February 14 at 3pm Pre-show discussion with Maestro Berkowitz at 2pm

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a concert for lovers of all ages, featuring classic love songs performed by legendary NYC cabaret singer-pianist Billy Stritch and award-winning vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli, alongside the Santa Rosa Symphony under the baton of Maestro Michael Berkowitz. Enjoy a romantic afternoon including songs such as Love Is A Many Splendored Thing, The Man I Love, Guess I'll Hang My Tears Out To Dry, L-O-V-E, A Fine Romance, I Wish I Were In Love Again, Maybe This Time, Save The Last Dance For Me, and of course, My Funny Valentine.

Generous support provided by

Alan & Susan Seidenfeld and

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The Summit: The Manhattan Transfer Meets Take 6 Thursday, February 18 at 8pm

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that will thrill audiences of all ages.

Between them, the two groups boast a remarkable 20 Grammy Awards, and a range of styles that covers nearly every genre of popular music; from jazz to swing, from gospel to R&B. As The Manhattan Transfer mark the 40th Anniversary of their debut recording on Atlantic Records, original members Janis Siegal, Alan Paul and Cheryl Bentyne roll out a thrilling career retrospective with the help of newest member Trist Curless. Take 6 will share their crystal clear harmony, innovative arrangements and funky grooves, demonstrating why this sextet is recognized Combining forces for the first time,

as the pre-eminent a cappella group in the

THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER and TAKE

world. No ordinary double bill, this is a show

6, two of the most acclaimed, award-

combining unexpected twists and turns to

winning vocal groups in pop music,

create a once-in-a-lifetime event!

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Jim Jefferies: The Freedumb Tour Friday, February 19 at 8pm

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Regarded as one of the fastest rising stars in the comedy world, Australian born Jim Jefferies’ brash confrontational style has made him one of the most sought after comics today.

Jim gets away with jokes that most comedians wouldn't touch due to his ability to both charm and offend the crowd through equal measures.

Jim Jefferies first achieved international popularity after he was attacked onstage while performing at the Manchester Comedy Store. At one time, Jefferies incorporated the incident, including its video recording, into his act: this can be seen on his 2008 DVD Contraband. He became well known in the US after his popular debut stand-up special on HBO.

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Family Fun Series Leave the iPads, video games, and television at home, and come out to Wells Fargo Center for the Arts to enjoy great entertainment for the whole family!

The BFG by Dallas Children’s Theater Feature Performances

Sunday, February 21 at 3pm

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In the much beloved tradition of Roald

save England from the “gizzard-gulping”

Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate

giants who don't have the BFG's tender

Factory, we join two misfits on an

heart. The cheeky B.F.G. ultimately shows

unforgettable odyssey. For a young

that heroes can come in all sizes.

orphan “human bean”, the sight of a giant

Humongous on humor and large on

outside her window is terrifying, and she

laughs, the story of The BFG was Roald

fears for her life when he whisks her away

Dahl's personal favorite. On stage, his

to an enchanted land. This Big Friendly Giant

whizzcracklingly wacky tale comes to life

is not like other giants, however. The job of

with puppets and people creating a

this larger-than-life vegetarian is to blow

fantastical world of towering giants and

magical dreams into children’s bedrooms,

magical adventures.

and together they embark on a quest to

Family Date Night!

Starting one hour before each show, join us for Free Fun with Art, Museum-On-the-Go from Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, and a variety of food and drinks from our concessions stand. We have everything you need for a great day or night out with your family!

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Black Violin Monday, February 22 at 8pm Pre-show discussion at 7pm

Wil B and Kev Marcus are classically

Baptiste and Kevin “Kev Marcus”

trained viola and violin players who first met

Sylvester, are a welcome revelation for

playing in the high school orchestra in Fort

their ability to meld highbrow and pop

Lauderdale, FL. After graduating college,

culture, “Brandenburg” and

they joined up as hip-hop studio rats in

“breakdown,” into a single genre-

South Florida, working with several different

busting act. Black Violin is a blend of

acts before returning to their roots by fusing

classical, hip-hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass

the two genres in a groundbreaking

music. Live, they are accompanied by their

collaboration that has seen them play their

crack band, featuring ace turntable whiz

music for everybody from the troops in Iraq

DJTK (Dwayne Dayal) and a drummer.

to both the official President’s Inaugural Ball

Named one of the hottest bands at SXSW in

and the Kids Inaugural in Washington, DC.

2013, Black Violin was invited to perform at

Along the way, they’ve wowed audiences at

Bonnaroo and returned to SXSW in 2014 to

the legendary Harlem Apollo Theatre,

standing-room-only crowds. The band’s

accompanied Alicia Keys’ performance of

most recent album, Classically Trained, is

“Karma” at the 2004 Billboard Awards, and

the follow-up to their 2007 self-titled debut

appeared with Gym Class Heroes and Fall

on their own Di-Versatile Music Group label.

Out Boy’s Patrick Stump playing the hit

Feature Performances

South Florida twosome, Wilner “Wil B”

song, “Stereo Hearts,” for VH1’s Unplugged.

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Jennifer Nettles

Brandy Clark

CMT and Grammy-winning singer/

“I always take any opportunity to

songwriter Jennifer Nettles will soon

champion women in music and throughout

rule the road on the “CMT Presents

society at large,” said Nettles. “I am

Jennifer Nettles with 2016 Next

absolutely energized to headline this year's

Women of Country Tour,” and it is

‘CMT Next Women of Country’ tour and

coming to Wells Fargo Center for the

celebrate these exciting artists on the

Arts in February! The sought-after ticket

precipice of so much greatness.”

will include 2015 Best New Artist Grammy

“We are honored to have a superstar

Nominee Brandy Clark and special guests

headline and curate our second ‘Next

Lindsay Ell and Tara Thompson. The tour is

Women of Country Tour” said Leslie Fram,

an extension of CMT’s Next Women of

SVP of Music Strategy and Talent, CMT. “This

Country campaign, an effort that seeks to

will be the year for Jennifer Nettles with new

give more attention and airplay to female

music coming out on Big Machine Label

country artists.

Group. Brandy Clark will release her

Jennifer Nettles has racked up over 22

sophomore album on Warner Brothers

million in worldwide record sales since

Records, Lindsay Ell just premiered her new

exploding onto the music scene in 2004,

video on CMT for ‘By The Way,’ and newly

amassing eight #1 hits and countless

signed Tara Thompson has already

accolades and awards. She’s also a vocal

generated huge buzz for her talents to

supporter of females in the industry.

round out a stellar lineup for our 2016 Tour.”

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In The Mood

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America’s greatest generation

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Hop aboard the ‘Chattanooga Choo

generation who fought WWII! It was a time

Choo’ and you’ll soon be ‘In the Mood’

when people listened and boogied to

to hear some great musicians ‘Sing,

up-tempo big band rhythms and danced

Sing, Sing.’ With 19 performers on

intimate ballads. Many of the musical

stage, including six singer-dancers, In

arrangements were written by Vic Schoen,

the Mood is a fully staged tribute to

conductor and arranger for The Andrews

Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Benny

Sisters, and Music Director for Universal and

Goodman, Sinatra and the big band

Paramount Pictures. Experience the swing,

greats of the ’40s. Complete with period

the rhythm and the jazzy, brassy,

costumes and choreography, In the Mood

sentimental and patriotic music of this

pays homage to America’s greatest

pivotal time in America’s history.

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Shinedown

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Saturday, March 5 at 8:30pm

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Don’t miss their first Santa Rosa performance!

Shinedown have built their name on

Featuring lead single “Cut the Cord”

rock songs both brutal in power and

— a blistering track that shot to #1 on Active

epic in scope. Now, with their latest

Rock radio — “Threat to Survival” finds the

album, Shinedown (Brent Smith, Barry

multi-platinum-selling band achieving their

Kerch, Eric Bass, and Zach Myers) veer

most powerful sound ever and offering up

away from that densely layered sonic

their most important

palette and take a more direct

album to date.

approach.

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Mary Wilson & Lenny Williams: A Benefit Concert for Carousel Fund

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Saturday, March 12 at 8pm

Carousel Fund is honored to bring you

performed on stage and screen. In 1988, The

the sweet Motown sounds of The

Supremes were inducted into the Rock &

Supremes with founder, Mary Wilson

Roll hall of Fame.

featuring Lenny Williams, former lead

Lenny Williams, the ultimate soul

singer of Tower of Power. It will be a

crooner possesses one of the most

night of soul.

distinctive voices in contemporary music.

It was a vision of musical stardom as a Detroit teen that inspired Mary Wilson,

He is rightfully regards as one of R&B’s most influential soul men.

along with Diana Ross and Florence Ballard,

The all-volunteer Carousel Fund

to found one of the most successful female

non-profit organization is dedicated to

signing groups in recording history – The

raising funds for families who have children

Supremes. Since then, Wilson has gone on

who suffer life threatening illnesses.

to be part of dozens of hit records, has

Proceeds from this will go to support the

written a best-selling autobiography and

Carousel Fund.

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Family Fun Series

Feature Performances

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Clifford The Big Red Dog™ – Live!

by Mills Entertainment Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30pm It only takes a little to BE BIG!™ The

Clifford’s BIG Ideas: Share, Play Fair, Have

‘big red dog,’ a character beloved for

Respect, Work Together, Be Responsible, Be

generations, comes to life on stage in

Truthful, Be Kind, Believe In Yourself, Be A

a BIG way in this interactive musical!

Good Friend and Help Others – with this

Join Clifford, Emily Elizabeth and all their

musical experience the whole family will love!

friends from Birdwell Island as they embark on an adventure filled with singing, dancing and more. Share in the timeless values of

Family Date Night!

Starting one hour before each show, join us for Free Fun with Art, Museum-On-the-Go from Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, and a variety of food and drinks from our concessions stand. We have everything you need for a great day or night out with your family!

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Loreena McKennitt

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Friday, March 18 at 8pm

Loreena McKennitt is best known as a composer and singer with a recording career spanning more than two decades.

McKennitt's 'eclectic Celtic' music has received critical acclaim world-wide, and gold, platinum and multi-platinum sales awards in 15 countries across four continents. The musician is also known for her refined and clear dramatic soprano vocals. She has sold over 14 million albums, won two Junos, Canada's premier music award, garnered two GRAMMY速 nominations and has performed for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The celebrated world artist now brings an intimate performance to Wells Fargo Center for the Arts for an atmospheric evening of music and tales inspired by her exotic travels in pursuit of the history of the Celts.

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Masters of Illusion

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America’s largest touring magic show comes to Santa Rosa for the first time!

Nothing beats the experience of seeing a magic show in person. You will see grand illusions, levitating women, appearances, vanishes, escapes, comedy magic, sleight of hand and beautiful dancers all rolled up into one live show! Only the best, most unique, amusing, astounding and amazing performers have been chosen to perform in this huge stage phenomenon.

And it's all LIVE! No camera tricks, no computer graphics, just amazing illusions in real time in front of a live audience.

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Wednesday, March 23 at 8pm

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One of the most popular singers in

and improved country music's influence.”

modern country music, Vince Gill is

Gill and Johnny Cash are the only artists to

famous for his top-notch songwriting,

have received this award. Gill was also

world-class guitar playing and warm,

recently presented the BMI Icon Award

soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a

which is given to "songwriters who have

quick and easy wit. Gill achieved his big

had a unique and indelible influence on

breakthrough in 1990 with “When I Call Your

generations of music makers." Since 1990,

Name,” which won both the Country Music

Gill has won 20 GRAMMY Awards. The

Association’s Single and Song of the Year

Academy of Country Music has conferred

award as well as a Grammy. Since then, he

on Gill eight awards, including its prestigious

has won 17 more CMA honors, including

Home Depot Humanitarian Award and the

Song of the Year four times – making him

2011 Career Achievement Award. Gill was

the most-awarded artist in that category in

inducted into the Country Music Hall of

CMA history. The CMA just honored Gill with

Fame in 2007. He is also a member of the

its prestigious Irving Waugh Award of

Grand Ole Opry. In August 2012, Gill was

Excellence which is awarded to an

honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk

individual who is “the originator and

of Fame. He is a member of the four-time

caretaker of demonstrated ideas and

Grammy-nominated band The Time Jumpers.

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Elvis Costello Tuesday, March 29 at 8pm

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Elvis Costello’s solo "Detour" tour arrives on March 29 in Santa Rosa.

Costello's solo dates over the last several years are lauded by critics and fans, called "unforgettable" and "The best showcase of [Elvis'] talent to date."

Performing with guitar and piano in front of a giant television set on which are projected family photos, mysteries, mottos and other mischief, Costello sings his best known songs and the hits of tomorrow in a way that is both intimate and vividly emotional. The show turns in a moment from gravity to humor, the singer pauses only to tell tales about his songs.

This tour is Costello's first since the release of his best-selling memoir "Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink" (Blue Rider Press/Penguin Random House).

"His live performances, much like his voice, have lost none of their power." Lewis Howse of What Culture: June 11th, 2015 "His Detour tour is back to the beginnings, too, with Costello performing most songs solo as if he were trying them out for the first time. That voice, sometimes a deep, mellow, heavy whisper, at others sailing to the top notes, and frequently a rock 'n' roll screech, sounded as good as new." - Western Morning News (UK): June 25th, 2015

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Family Fun Series

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Story Pirates Sunday, April 10 at 3pm "Only a kid could write a story like 'The Do-Do Bird and the Dead People' - but only the Story Pirates could stage it, complete with puppets, 'Thriller'-esque dancing zombies and funny lyrics that have children (and adults) begging for more." -New York Post Using stories submitted by children, the Story Pirates create outlandishly funny sketches and mini-musicals that leave kids and their parents howling in the aisles!

Whether it's following the adventures of a superhero baby, or reminiscing about disposable rain ponchos at a baseball game, the songs and stories explode with the creative energy that only a child could possess. Described as “Monty Python meets Schoolhouse Rock,” Story Pirates uses audience participation to create an original story, so this show is never the same twice!

Family Date Night!

Starting one hour before each show, join us for Free Fun with Art, Museum-On-the-Go from Children’s Museum of Sonoma County, and a variety of food and drinks from our concessions stand. We have everything you need for a great day or night out with your family!

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One City Arts adopted by the Center

Last summer Wells Fargo Center for the Arts adopted the One City Arts program and welcomed home to Santa Rosa the program’s founder Maria de Los Angeles. Held in south west Santa Rosa at Lawrence Cook Middle School, the two week project served 55 budding artists ranging in age from 8 – 17 free of charge.

Each morning participants learned new painting techniques such as shading, color blending, and proportion and then applied their learning. The project culminated in a special reception and art exhibit for artists, families, and friends in the Center’s Grand Lobby.

Not only did young artists enjoy the program— parents did, too. One parent explained, “Both of my boys enjoyed coming to the program. They were excited to go back each day.”

For information about next year’s summer programs please contact Tracy Sawyer at 707.800.7529 or tsawyer@wellsfargocenterarts.org or check our website at www.wellsfargocenterarts.org.

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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible

“Shows at the Wells Fargo Center are more real than the movies.

You get to imagine more, and it’s more creative.” ­—Freda, 9 lot about grammar at one of our School Shows.

Using humor, drama, song, dance, light shows and technology, the show taught the students about all verbs, nouns, pronouns and Thanks to our members, donors, and sponsors, Wells Fargo Center for the Arts is expanding thousands of young minds like Freda’s.

28 live music, dance and theatre School Show performances funded by our supporters opened up a whole new world of imagination, creativity and learning for 29,573 North Bay students from 5 – 18 last year. It was the first time many of them had ever seen a live performance.

Over 40% of these students – many who wouldn’t have been able to attend otherwise – received no-cost or reduced-price tickets.

Roseland’s Sheppard Accelerated Elementary School, which Freda attends, often receives no-cost School Show tickets from us.

Last month, Freda and the rest of her 4th grade class at Sheppard Elementary learned a

the other elements of grammar.

“The show was a fun and engaging way for kids to learn grammar,” says Freda’s teacher Anh Dao Tran. “They could actually see it, hear it and experience it. It was especially beneficial for my class because for 90% of them English is their second language.”

As a teacher, Anh Dao is a huge fan of the School Shows our members and donors make possible for her kids.

“The students are definitely more engaged as a result,” Anh Dao says. “Highquality shows like this expose them to all kinds of creative learning and thinking. Being able to talk with the actors afterwards boosts their confidence and gives them a new sense of what’s possible in their lives. They see that they can express themselves through many different avenues.”

Want to get involved and help support this program?

Become a member of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts today.

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Education Through the Arts The Arts—Where Learning Comes To Life!

Serving 30,000 children and adults annually from five counties.

Quietly (and not so quietly) at work outside of the spotlight, the Center’s nationally-recognized Education Through the Arts program uses the Arts to teach core subjects, including math, science, and reading, to create new ways of learning and improve engagement and understanding.

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n Present nearly 30 weekday morning School Shows for North Bay school children that correspond to their classroom learning. For many children, this is their first time seeing a live performance.

n Conduct 50 Artists in the Schools workshops led by our artist-educators who use the arts to help teach core curriculum subjects, increasing comprehension and retention, and acknowledging that students learn in different ways.

n Operate a 450-piece Music For Schools instrumentlending library, allowing low-income students the opportunity to participate in their school’s band or orchestra program.

n Offer more than 250 hours of Professional Development opportunities for teachers, helping them learn how to integrate the arts into their core Member, Kennedy Center Partners in Education program

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Removing Roadblocks to the Arts Truth is, not everyone can afford to participate in the arts. Yet, music, dance and theater are at the heart of every community, providing one of our greatest means for understanding and communication.

We believe these benefits should be shared by all and are working to remove financial barriers to the arts in our community.

n Evert Person’s ArtReach— Each year, the Center distributes approximately 12,000 free and reduced-price tickets to low-income students and community members, helping make the Arts accessible for all!

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n The Evert Person Bus Fund— grants for student transportation to the theater

n Subsidized Programming— live performance at an affordable price

Why Education Through the Arts?

At Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, we believe in art for art’s sake, but we also know that the arts are an incredible tool that stimulates creativity and communication skills, and also helps children develop self-esteem. By integrating the arts into core curriculum lessons, we are using the power of the arts to teach all subjects, including math, science, and social studies, while also acknowledging that children learn in different ways.

Why Now? As we see cuts to arts and music education in the classroom, our programs help fill the gap for students and teachers in our community.

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Your Community Gathering Place In the late 1970s, a group of 12 local community leaders envisioned a home for the arts. They dreamed of a vibrant gathering place where people could treasure the wonderful talents of local performing artists and enjoy world-class performances without having to travel to San Francisco and beyond to see them.

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“We really wanted an arts center for our community,” noted the late Henry Trione, one of the Center’s founders. “So, when the church building came up for sale, we decided to buy it on our own.”

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Such is how our founding families arrived at a bankruptcy auction for the Center’s River Road complex. As the only cash bidder, our founders walked away with the property for $4.5 million, reaching deep into their own pockets to purchase the Center on behalf of the community.

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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible

“A multi-dimensional, horizon-expanding experience for our students!”

School on the creative process – often using poetry – they jumped at our AIS program “The Mayhem Poets: Spoken Word & Contemporary Poetry.”

Initially, some of their students, especially the boys, were a bit dubious.

Many thought The Mayhem Poets would be “lame.” Instead, “they were mesmerized by

Old Adobe Elementary School 6th grade teacher Tracy McClure (photo by Will Bucquoy).

these hip guys up on stage being playful, together and very earnest about their message,” say Tracy and Carol. “It was a galvanizing experience.”

Carol Henderson and Tracy McClure,

The 6th graders wrote their own poem,

veteran 6th grade teachers rave about

honed it in class with help from a spoken word

our our Artists in the Schools (AIS)

poet and teaching artist, performed it in a

program – and with good reason.

multi-school poetry slam held at the Center,

Thanks to the support of our

and then saw The Mayhem Poets perform.

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In the process, their confidence in

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themselves grew. They honed their creative

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isn’t just something you do in school,” Tracy

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and Carol say.

Want to get involved and help support this program?

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of contemporary visual art. The Center’s expansive campus and community facilities provide an excellent home for local and regional artists to display their works.

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STUDENT ARTWORK

Robert Ellison

As you find your way to balcony seating, we hope you

Bruce Johnson

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Diana Meehan

insight into the creative voice of the next generation

Daniel Oberti

and demonstrates the importance of art classes in our schools.

Aaron Poovey

Art Education Exhibits

Connie Butler

Matt Rapalyea Roberto Santo Patrick Scott Frank Schueler Richard Starks Thomas Walsh

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Meet Our Volunteers Thea (pronounced “Tia") Rhiannon is an advocate for the performing arts. For the past three years, Thea has volunteered as an usher both at the Wells Fargo Center for the Arts and at 6th Street Playhouse. As a volunteer usher, Thea is the face of the Center, taking tickets, helping patrons find their seats and welcoming all who attend a performance. Whether it’s dance, popular music, the symphony or a theatrical performance, Thea is constantly entertained by the diverse programming at the Center. “I've enjoyed so many terrific performances here at the Center that even listing my top 10 would be a challenge. But if I were to call out a specific show as my favorite, I’d say John Legend. He's in my top 10 along with Moody Blues and 2Cellos.”

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Before moving to Sonoma County, Thea lived in Bend, Oregon, where she volunteered at a smaller venue that “was a similar hub for community and performing arts.” As she was getting settled in our area, Thea attended a performance of Capitol Steps, a political satire group. She flipped through the same program that you’re looking at right now, saw volunteer opportunities, and called the next day. Many of our volunteers find

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their time at the Center sparking new friendships and exposing them to new music and acts that they never would have seen otherwise.

A business writer by day, Thea also acts in local theater. This spring, she will perform with one of the Center’s resident companies, North Bay Stage Company,

For information on becoming a volunteer at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, visit wellsfargocenterarts.org and click on “Volunteer Today.“

in its production of The Hallelujah Girls.

Your free time and special skills can make a tremendous difference in helping us to enrich, educate, and entertain our North Bay community. From ushering at a performance to working with students through our education programs, our 300-plus volunteers provide vital service to the Arts Center and bring the enrichment of the arts to our community.

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Volunteer Opportunities It takes hundreds of people and hundreds of hours to “make the magic” here at the Center. We salute our 300-plus volunteers who provide over $270,000 in donated services annually, without whom we could not continue to deliver our wide-ranging programs to the community.

Usher Our usher volunteers take tickets, assist patrons with finding their seats, answer questions, and provide overall exceptional service to guarantee our patrons a great

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for both public (night & weekend) performances, as well as School Shows (weekday mornings).

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Every time I volunteer, I have an opportunity to see old friends and welcome new patrons, who may turn into friends.

-- Andy, Volunteer

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Set the Stage Act as a docent going into area classrooms and share a brief presentation that helps prepare students for their upcoming trip to see one of our school shows. We provide you the training and materials. This opportunity is ideal for retired teachers or anyone with classroom experience.

Fun with Art Help staff our “Free Fun with Art� tables in the lobby, prior to each Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series show. If you enjoy working with families

Volunteers

and love arts and crafts, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Administrative Assist with special projects in our administration office, such as mailings, data entry, and reception service.

Volunteer Today To learn more about volunteering, please visit our Volunteer page at wellsfargocenterarts.org.

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Proud Sponsor of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

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acknowledges the generous annual support of members, donors, and sponsors for gifts received as of November 30th, 2015.

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$100,000- $499,999 The William And Flora Hewlett Foundation Lytton Rancheria - Lytton Band of Pomo Indians Rodney Strong Vineyards Wells Fargo Bank Estate of Wilhelm Wurst

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Advisory Council Encourages Diversity Volunteers with the Latino Advisory Council at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts are working to strengthen

2015-16 Advisory Council

ties with Sonoma County’s Latino community.

Ambrosio Vigil

Members of the media, health care and banking industries,

Anita Wiglesworth

government, schools and service organizations make up the

Candido Morales

council.

Chrystie Prokopakis Eric Dullart

Education

“With our Latino population steadily growing, the Arts

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Center aims to cultivate new audiences and create an

Ernesto Olivares

inclusive environment for the diverse community that is

Hector Velazquez

Sonoma County,” says Anita Wiglesworth, who oversees

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programming at the Center. “We’re looking at everything

Honore Comfort

from signage and marketing to the kinds of programs we

Jason Carter

bring to the Center,” says Wiglesworth. “As a non-profit,

John Cain

community owned and operated organization, our goal is to

Karina Garcia

create a home for arts and culture in Sonoma County where

Linda Mayberry-Chavez

everyone feels welcomed.”

Lorraine Sekito

The work being done by the council builds on the

Maggie LeClerc

Center’s past Latino outreach efforts, including a series of

Margarite Fernandez Olmos

public forums that led to new performances and events by

Maria Lemus

such artists as Pepe Aguilar, Marco Antonio Solis, Juan

Maria Solarez

Gabriel, a mariachi camp, an annual Posada celebration

Martha Nunez

and our annual Fiesta De Independencia.

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Incorporating the Arts into Education Pamell Gallagher has taken arts integrated workshops on connecting movement, poetry, improv and storytelling that she uses in class.

“When you incorporate the Arts, expression and creativity into learning, it taps into something kids love about school,” she says. “It’s so important to have an inspiring teaching resource like this,” Pamell says. Today, when funding for ‘extras’ like music

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Photo by WB Photography: Pamell Gallagher, 6th Grade Teacher, Olivet Charter School, Santa Rosa, CA

difference between some students being exposed to the Arts or not,” she adds.

Our Professional Development for Teachers helps educators make core subjects, even math and science, more meaningful and engaging through visual art, drama, music and dance. Paid for by donations and membership fees, our trainings are led by Kennedy Center Teaching Artists and benefit students all over the North Bay.

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Want to be the first to get tickets for new shows?

Become a member!

Join today and find out about new shows before the general public for a full year!

Sample benefits, depending on membership level: • Early notification and member pre-sale opportunities for new shows added throughout the year!

• Access to the best seats, reserved for

Members Bobby and Tammy Siela with Herbie Hancock.

members only.

• Access to special members-only events, including “The Club,” a pre-show lounge with complimentary drinks and snacks.

Membership Levels

• Waived ticket service fees.

Friend $75 - $149

• Complimentary ticket vouchers up to $1000.

Supporter $150 - $299

• Preferred parking.

Contributor $300 - $599

• A tax-deductible donation, and the knowledge

Advocate $600 - $999

you are helping support a local non-profit.

Champion $1000 - $1499

Join today by calling the Patron & Member Services

Benefactor’s Circle $1500+

Office at 707.546.3600 or online at wellsfargocenterarts.org/join

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Wells Fargo Center for the Arts

Members Ernesto & Rita Olivares (center) with Karl & Serena Lienau, and members Sanford & JoAnne Bressick (right) in “The Club.“

TICKETS & INFORMATION Wells Fargo Center for the Arts serves to enrich, educate and entertain the North Bay community through accessible and outstanding presentation of fine arts and entertainment performances, family and education programs, visual art and community use of our facility.

HOW TO BUY TICKETS Box Office (Daily, Noon - 6pm) In Person: 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa

By Phone: 707.546.3600 *Gift certificates are available at the Box Office.

Please Note: A 15% service fee is added to orders placed by phone and online (except Family Fun Series Shows, which have a 10% fee). There is a limit of eight (8) tickets per performance per person (regardless of the number of transactions). Ticket purchases are closely monitored and any tickets purchased above the limit will be voided without notice.

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Online: wellsfargocenterarts.org

Ticket Exchanges, Reprints & Resale All ticket purchases are final. There are no refunds.

Reprints Lost, damaged or stolen tickets may be reprinted for reserved-seating performances only and will be available for pick-up one hour prior to the performance. Please present your current picture ID to the Box Office attendant. There is a $2 per ticket fee.

Resale For our patron’s own security, we strongly recommend that you do not purchase tickets from any supplier other than Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. Only tickets purchased directly from Wells Fargo Center for the Arts can be guaranteed. Tickets purchased from any other source are done so at your own risk and may be deemed invalid. The re-sale of tickets on Wells Fargo Center for the Arts property is strictly prohibited.

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What our members, donors, and sponsors make possible

“Thanks to you, music is my life.”

Elsie Allen High School Senior Eduardo Barazza will be the first in his family to go to college. Even though he was born into poverty, his mentor and music teacher predicts he will be “a great success in life.”

A trumpet paved the way for Eduardo’s unlikely success.

How? Eduardo got his trumpet in 7th grade from Music For Schools, one of the many

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educational programs funded by our members, donors, and sponsors. The only public

Elsie Allen High School Senior 2014

instrument-lending library in the North Bay,

Marching Band Drum Major, Concert Band Assistant Conductor, Jazz Band Trumpet Section leader

Music For Schools refurbishes and lends out

Business major, jazz studies minor at Sonoma State University, Fall 2014 Instrument from Music For Schools: Trumpet

over 400 donated instruments to aspiring student musicians like him.

“I don’t know what we’d do without Music For Schools,” says Kyle Thompson, Elsie Allen music director. He estimates 85% of his kids are using Music For Schools instruments.

Want to get involved in Music For Schools?

1) Donate an unused instrument (call Chrystie Prokopakis at 707.800.7504).

We’ll refurbish it and put it to work transforming the life of a student.

2) Become a Wells Fargo Center for the Arts member. In addition to priority tickets and other benefits, you’ll help fund Music For Schools and our other educational programs.

Music For Schools transforms lives.

Eduardo’s trumpet gave him a passionate love of music, but it also gave him the chance to grow into the leader he is today. “Eduardo’s leadership skills are at such a high level,” says Kyle Thompson, “he is the most skilled teacher of peers I have ever had in a class.”

Music has not only given him leadership skills, Eduardo says, it’s helped him become a confident public speaker – a skill he’ll bring with him to Sonoma State University this fall where he will major in Business and minor in Jazz Studies.

All this from the loan of a trumpet our donors made possible.

MEMBERSHIP Members receive advance notice of new shows, early purchase opportunities, drink tickets, invitations to special events, and help support critical Education Through the Arts programs serving over 30,000 North Bay children each year. For more information or to become a member, visit wellsfargocenterarts.org or call the Patron & Member Services Office at 707.546.3600.

ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PATRONS WITH DISABILITIES Accessible Seating The main floor level of the theater has accessible seating for people with mobility limitations. Please notify the Patron & Member Services Office of any special needs at the the usher how best to assist you if needed.

Assisted Listening Devices Assisted listening devices are available for our patrons at no cost. Please notify the Patron & Member Services Office staff when you arrive.

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time of your ticket purchase. Ushers are available at the theater doors; please explain to

Restrooms Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the main floor level.

Parking Ample parking is available for persons with handicapped placards. Spaces are located just outside the Center’s north and south entrances.

Service Animals Certified service animals necessary to assist patrons with disabilities are welcome and must remain on a leash or harness at all times. Please contact the Patron & Member Services Office if you intend to bring a service animal to an event so appropriate seating can be reserved for you.

BACKSTAGE No one is allowed backstage prior to, during or after any performance without proper authorization and identification.

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Stop by our concessions areas for a pre-show or intermission snack. Purchase a re-useable concert cup and bring your drink into the theater!

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts proudly serves WINE

Rodney Strong Vineyards: Chardonnay, Merlot . . . . . . . . . $8 Gloria Ferrer Sparkling Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 BEER / HARD APPLE CIDER

Lagunitas IPA, Modelo Especial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7 Crispin Hard Natural Cider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7 NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

CONCERT CUP

Small (10 oz), Large (16 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 SNACKS

Chocolate Chip Cookie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 See’s Chocolate Candy Bar Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Almond, Milk Chocolate Toffee . . $3 Rold Gold Pretzels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2

Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series Menu BEVERAGES

Clover Milk, Chocolate Milk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2 Oregon Rain Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Juice Squeeze Wild Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water . . . . . . . . $3 Pepsi, Diet Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Thanksgiving Coffee, Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2 CONCERT CUP

Small (10 oz), Large (16 oz) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 FOOD

Pizza: Pepperoni, Cheese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4 Chocolate Chip Cookies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 See’s Chocolate Candy Bar Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Almond, Milk Chocolate Toffee . . $3 Rold Gold Pretzels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2

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CONCESSIONS

Oregon Rain Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Juice Squeeze Wild Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Crystal Geyser Sparkling Lemon Mineral Water . . . . . . . . $3 Pepsi, Diet Pepsi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3 Thanksgiving Coffee, Tea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2

CAMERAS & RECORDING DEVICES Taking photographs or making a recording of any kind during a performance is forbidden.

This copyright infringement is strictly enforced. Flashes from cameras or lights from video recorders can result in on-stage injuries.

REFRESHMENTS Food and beverages may be enjoyed in the lobby. Bottled water and beverages served in our Concert Cups (available for purchase at the Concessions stands in the lobby) may be enjoyed in the theater; all other food and beverages are prohibited in the theater.

Wells Fargo Center for the Arts is committed to providing quality experiences for audience members of all ages. Our feature performances (generally with an 8 p.m. start time) are designed for adults; children under the age of five are not permitted. Our family events with afternoon and early evening start times are suited for children and recommended for children ages 3-12. All children, regardless of age, are required to have tickets. As a courtesy to all audience members, we ask parents and guardians to please remove

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children who may be disturbing others in the theater.

THEATER ETIQUETTE Performances start promptly at their scheduled time. Please arrive with plenty of time to park and find your seat. Latecomers and those who leave their seats during a performance will be seated at the first appropriate pause in the program, as predetermined by house staff and performers.

Please remember to silence all electronic devices before entering the theater.

Many people are allergic to scents. Out of consideration for your fellow audience members, please refrain from using perfume and cologne.

Please use discretion when choosing to stand and/or dance at your seat. Be respectful of others and behave in an appropriate manner related to the performance you are attending.

It is never permissible to stand in any aisle space. Usher and security representatives are available should you need assistance. Please Note: Standing for extended lengths of time is expected at some performances and is indicated on our website and printed show materials. If you prefer not to stand at these performances, it is suggested you purchase tickets in the front of the balcony to obtain a clear view of the stage.

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THEATER ETIQUETTE—continued Patrons who engage in illegal activities, are intoxicated, or are otherwise disruptive (including heckling, public nudity, and smoking in non-designated areas) will be escorted from the property without refund.

Shoes and shirts are required at all events.

RESTROOMS Restrooms are located on the main floor and balcony levels. Additional restrooms are available in the East Mall.

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The Ruth Finley Person Theater at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts is a flexible venue allowing for both seated and open floor configurations. When seated, the 1681-seat venue is the largest fixed seat venue in Sonoma County. When main floor seats are removed, the open floor/seated balcony configuration raises the capacity to 2000. The theater’s unique thrust stage design, with no seat more than 75 feet from the stage, provides a level of intimacy between artists and audiences unlike any other in Northern California. For more than 30 years, Wells Fargo Center for the Arts has been the best place to see your favorite performer up close and personal.

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS Please see a house manager or volunteer usher if you have any concerns during a performance. General information about upcoming shows and events is available at the Patron & Member Services Office and online at wellsfargocenterarts.org. Share your comments and let us know how you enjoyed the show by writing to us at: Wells Fargo Center for the Arts—Public Relations Department, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 or by contacting us on Facebook.

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