2011-12 season brochure

SPECIAL APPEARANCE

Kellie Pickler

20112012

September 23, 2011 8 PM$30 - $70

Kicking off our Season this Country sensation and American Idol alum will rock your “Red High Heels.” Now with a new hit single and an album on its way, we have caught a piece of this “Small Town Girl” who’s making it big.

Underwriting support provided by the Arts Leadership Alliance.

Annie May 4 - 5, 2012 8 PMMay 6, 2012 2 PMMay 11-12, 2012 8 PM$13 - $18

Leapin’ Lizards! Annie is a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan.

Franc D’Ambrosio’s Broadway February 25, 2012 8 PM $20 - $40

Famous for his role as the longest running Phantom of the Opera, this touring sensation will return this year to wow us with some of Broadway’s biggest hits.

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change March 16 -17, 2012 8 PM March 18, 2012 2 PM$10 - $20

This musical comedy is about the modern-day suburban mating game.“Everything you have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, wives, husbands and in-laws, but were afraid to admit.”

Francesco AtteshiOctober 9, 2011 2 PM$18 - $20

Italian Pianist of international renown, together with organist Matteo Galli, will present opera transcriptions for piano and organ by composers like Rossini, Verdi, Mozart and Saint-Saëns.

Proceeds from this event will help the Tracy Rotary fund local scholarships.

Central Valley Concert BandNovember 19, 2011 6 PMPetting Zoo 4 PM$10 - $15

Providing music entertainment and education to the Central Valley, these local professional musicians bring the “classical pops” as well as an instrument petting zoo for all the family to enjoy.

Some proceeds from this event will help fund Music Education at Tracy’s high schools.

Stockton Symphony Uzu and Muzu March 4, 2012 2 PM$20 - $30

Guest percussion soloists and Israel’s renowned composer Avner Dorman, along with the Stockton Symphony, bring us the world premiere of Uzu and Muzu a musical parable and adaptation of a cherished Isreali children’s story.

Come Together: Beatles TributeOctober 8, 2011 7:30 PM $27 - $37

In this live musical performance, “Come Together” recreates the look, sound and history of the Beatles, taking you back in time to witness their phenomenal rise to pop stardom.

Heartbreaker: Led Zeppelin TributeNovember 12, 2011 8 PM $27 - $37

Experience the ultimate rock tribute to Led Zeppelin in this live musical performance starring Heartbreaker, the West Coast’s most spectacular Led Zeppelin Tribute Show. You will believe Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Paul Jones and John Bonham are playing right before your eyes!

The WonderellesMay 19, 2012 8 PM $27 - $37

A high energy 50’s and 60’s musical revue that features all the “girl-group” hits of that era, complete with stylish choreography, period costumes and great vocal harmonies.

Irving Berlin StoryMarch 25, 2012 2 PM $27 - $37

An intimate review featuring dance, music and comedy, highlighting the life and songs of America’s favorite composer.

Salute to the Rat PackFebruary 19, 2012 2 PM $27 - $37

A salute to the legendary singers of Las Vegas, entertainer Jonathan Poretz returns to the Grand with all the great hits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. backed by his smoking hot jazz ensemble.

Handel’s Messiah Ballet December 9 - 10, 20118 PM$12 - $24This unique production presents George Frideric Handel’s 1742 masterpiece Messiah in classicalballet form.

Polynesian Dance Show April 14, 2012 2 PM & 7 PM$10 - $15

This extravaganza will demonstrate the acient style of Hula Kahiko, as well as modern styles of Hula Auana, all in keeping with the storytelling nature. Complete with Tahitian live drumming and translation of the songs.

New Dance Company March 10, 2012 8 PM$12 - $14

This Stockton staple and nationally renowned dance company brings contemporary dance to the Grand’s Season.

Andy & Jeff Save Christmas December 3, 2011 1 PM & 4 PM$8 - $10

Kick start the holidays with this family show. See the mischievous elves and many otherfamous characters save Christmas and Santa himself. Kids will get to vista Santa after the 1 PM performance. The downtown parade will start outside the Grand right after the 4 PM performance followed by the tree lighting and Santa at City Hall.

A Little Princess November 18 -19, 2011 7 PMNovember 20, 2011 2 PM $7 - $15

Sara Crewe is the heiress to a large fortune. After a family tragedy, Sara is forced to become a servant, scrubbing cobblestones and washing cooking kettles. When a mysterious gentleman from India takes the house next door, some strange and curious things begin to happen.

Easter Eggstravaganza April 6, 2012 7 PMApril 7, 2012 2 PM$8 - $10

This high energy musical holiday show includes lots of audience participation, the Easter Bunny and an Easter egg hunt after the show.

Dangerous Dinos February 17, 2012 7 PM February 18, 2012 2 PM$8 - $10

Dangerous only to those who harm our planet, the three dinosaurs have a mission... be earth friendly, resist violence and follow the four D’s, Dinos Don’t Do Drugs.

Magic, Motion and Mischief!March 3, 2012 2 PM$7 - $15

Juggling knives with his hands on fire, escaping from a straitjacket upside-down or juggling music, Greg Frisbee and his never-ending trunk of props will be sure to have you laughing out loud. Greg and his friends will treat you to a night of comedy, juggling, magic and, above all else, family fun.

October 21-23 & 27-31, 2011Weekdays 6 PM Weekends 4 PM$8

The spooky 1923 theatre and surrounding buildings are transformed for thrills and chills. Experience the Grand like never before. Younger children can visit the mysterious Old Jail next door for a special interactive Halloween experience.

20122011Kellie PicklerSeptember 23, 2011 8 PM

W.C. Fields Film Festival September 30, 2011 – October 2, 2011

Come Together: Beatles TributeOctober 8, 2011 7:30 PM

Francesco Atteshi October 9, 2011 2 PM

Haunted House October 21-22 & 27-31, 2011

Heartbreaker: Led Zeppelin TributeNovember 12, 2011 8 PM

A Little Princess November 18 -19, 2011 7 PMNovember 20, 2011 2 PM

Central Valley Concert Band November 19, 2011 6 PM

Andy & Jeff Save Christmas December 3, 2011 1 PM & 4 PM

New Dance Company March 10, 2012 8 PM

Easter Eggstravaganza April 6, 2012 7 PM April 7, 2012 2 PM

Polynesian Dance Show April 14, 2012 2 PM & 7 PM

The WonderellesMay 19, 2012 8 PM

Annie May 4-5, 2012 8 PM May 6, 2012 2 PMMay 11-12, 2012 8 PM

Main Street Friday Night Jazz SeriesOctober 14, 2011 November 4, 2011 December 2, 2011February 3, 2012 April 13, 2012

Photo Credits: Richard Beebe

Handel’s Messiah Ballet December 9-10, 2011 8 PM

American Beauty: The Grateful DeadFebruary 4, 20128 PM

I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change February 10-11, 2012 8 PM February 12, 2012 2 PM

Dangerous Dinos February 17, 2012 7 PM February 18, 2012 2 PM

Salute To The Rat PackFebruary 19, 2012 2 PM

Franc D’Ambrosio’s BroadwayFebruary 25, 2012 8 PM

Magic, Motion and MIschief!March 3, 2012 2 PM

Stockton Symphony March 4, 2012 2 PM

Irving Berlin StoryMarch 25, 2012 2 PM

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