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May 2019
“Jangala” at the Bankhead Theater
One lost boy … a pack of wolves…a band of monkeys…a herd of buffalo … and one power hungry tiger! Fusing contemporary ballet with south Indian classical Bharatanatyam dance, Oakland Ballet’s Jangala follows the story of Mowgli, a lost boy who is adopted by a pack of wolves and must use his wits to survive in the wild. Artistic Director Graham Lustig’s version of Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale “The Jungle Book” is set in an urban city, complete with disco nightclubs, construction sites,…
Find out more »John Waite at the Bankhead Theater
Wooden Heart: Acoustic Anthology Tour Legendary singer/songwriter John Waite became one of the most recognizable voices in the 1980s when his hits “Missing You” and “Midnight Rendezvous” soared to the top of the pop charts. His solo career was preceded by success as lead singer of The Babys and later with rock supergroup Bad English. A master of live performance, Waite brings his polished acoustic sound and familiar vocals to an intimate setting for a perfect night of timeless songs…
Find out more »June 2019
Goodguys 26th Summer Get-Together
Summer car show season kicks into high gear with the Goodguys at the 26th Summer Get-Together at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton on Saturday and Sunday, June 1 & 2! This impressive two-day event features over 2,500 American made or powered hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars and trucks of all years on display, an Indoor Muscle Car Show featuring Muscle Cars and the ever-popular Behind Bars, Inc. Custom Bicycle Exhibit! Plus, don’t miss the huge Swap Meet &…
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Wine & Wags in Livermore Valley Wine Country
Wine & Wags Join us for the 2nd annual Wine & Wags event! Livermore Valley's dog friendly wineries host a day of fun for dogs and their owners across the region. Bring your friendly four legged friends (on a leash, of course!), and enjoy a day in beautiful Wine Country. Local animal rescues will be partnered with our wineries, promoting adoptions of their furry friends that need a home. Come with your dogs, stay for the wine, and possibly leave with…
Find out more »DLUX Puppets present Peter Pan at the Bankhead Theater
A beloved classic comes to life with remarkable puppetry, clever digital scenery and popular songs from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s, as the magical Peter Pan and Tinkerbell whisk Wendy off to Neverland. This fun musical adaptation for the whole family will teach children, “A brain filled with fear has little space for dreams!” Presented by the nationally-recognized DLUX Puppet Company, Peter Pan is filled with intricately engineered life size puppets, hand-built and voiced by founder Derek Lux. Derek is…
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Summerfest in Downtown Danville
The Danville Summerfest offers fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family. More than 200 artists will display their paintings, photography, ceramics, glassware, jewelry, and more, while others demonstrate their talents right before your eyes. Stroll the tree-lined streets in search of that perfect piece and enjoy the myriad of activities!
Find out more »Lee DeWyze at the Bankhead Theater
Acoustic Singer/Songwriter Even before winning American Idol in 2010 at the age of 23, singer/songwriter Lee DeWyze had been building a solid career with his powerful vocals and extensive musical talents playing guitar, mandolin, banjo and piano. His expressive roots-driven folk-rock style has found a wide circle of fans who appreciate his straight-from-the-heart songs and passionate, personal delivery. More than 30 of his songs have been featured in popular television shows, films and advertisements, including “Blackbird” on The Walking Dead…
Find out more »Kyle Martin: Piano Man
Kyle Martin, from Broadway’s Movin Out and Palace Theater’s 4 Piano Men, will perform the songs of Elton John and Billy Joel, including Hits like “Uptown Girl,” “Tiny Dancer,” “New York State of Mind,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” and many more. A fun evening celebrating two great Piano Men, and their wonderful music! Kyle made quite a name for himself amongst Broadway and rock fans as he traveled to over 100 cities starring as the “Piano Man” in two separate National Tours of the Tony…
Find out more »July 2019
Fourth of July Celebration in Downtown Livermore
Join the City of Livermore and Livermore Downtown Inc. for the 6th Annual Downtown 4th of July Red, White and Boom Fireworks Celebration! The Fireworks will be launched off the Parking Garage on Railroad Avenue. Parking Garage and Streets close at 4:00PM. Walk-in viewing is free. The fireworks will be launched at approximately 9:20PM. This event is designed to allow our residents to enjoy their family and friend traditions throughout the day and then gather together, as a community, that…
Find out more »July 4th Parade in downtown Danville
The annual Kiwanis 4th of July Parade will take place on Thursday, July 4th, 2019 from 9am-noon in downtown Danville, California. The Kiwanis Club of San Ramon Valley has organized and conducted the annual Kiwanis 4th of July Parade in partnership with the Town of Danville since 1975. The parade attracts 30,000-40,000 spectators each year and is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate America's birth.
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The Sklar Brothers
Twice the Funny! The Sklar Brothers are a post-modern take on a stand-up comedy duo. Real-life identical twins, The New York Times says, “Their comedy doesn’t rely on it, but instead they work as imperfect carbon copies of each other. In their comedy, the straight man is often an echo.” They are perhaps best known for their cult comedy hit on ESPN Classic, which spanned the current podcast, “View from the Cheap Seats.” In addition to their many comedy specials, they have…
Find out more »Jessica Fichot at The Bothwell Arts Center
An Enchantingly Original Chanteuse Chanteuse and songwriter Jessica Fichot is a lot like her hometown of Paris: French at heart, but with a soul that’s truly international. Drawing from her multi-ethnic French-Chinese-American upbringing, her music fuses styles and languages, taking the listener on a twisting journey out of the French chanson tradition, into the lands of gypsy jazz, retro Chinese swing, international folk, and out onto the wilderness of her imagination. Following her two acclaimed albums “Le Chemin,” “Le Secret,” Fichot’s…
Find out more »Art Under the Oaks at Alden Lane
Alden Lane Nursery proudly presents the 33rd Annual Art Under the Oaks celebration the weekend of July 20th and 21st, 2019. This beloved event combines art, wine, food, live music and family fun for all ages, held under a canopy of majestic oak trees in Livermore. Local artists will be on hand, spread throughout the spacious nursery, exhibiting and selling their work. Art mediums include oil and watercolor paintings, pottery and ceramics, photography, wood, glass, jewelry and much more.…
Find out more »Man on the Moon: 50th Anniversary of the Lunar Landing Exhibit
EXHIBITION at the BANKHEAD THEATER GALLERY July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo landing on the moon. The Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center will be mounting an exhibition of the moon landing that will have large and impactful visual images. The goal of the exhibit is to teach youth and adults about the historical significance of the Apollo Moon Landing, and the science and technology required for space travel. Through art, the large format historical photos from…
Find out more »Hot Summer Sundays Car Show
Danville’s Hot Summer Sundays Car Show combines classic cars and camaraderie to create an evening of summer celebration. Downtown streets are lined with muscle cars, hot rods, and vintage rides while live bands play '50s and '60s music to people dancing in the streets. You can also browse the myriad of food, drink, and souvenir booths throughout the venue, or stop off in one of the downtown shops or restaurants.
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Taste Our Terroir in Livermore Valley Wine Country
Livermore Valley's Premier Food and Wine Affair Spans Four Delectable Days. On Thursday July 25, 2019 Livermore Valley's premier food and wine affair will take place, which has 18 winemakers partnering with Bay Area chefs to compete for honors at Casa Real. Taste pairings and cast your vote for the coveted People's Choice award! Friday through Sunday, wineries across the region host ten food and wine events including Port tastings, a hike in the vineyard, honey tasting and more. Thursday Night…
Find out more »NorCal Night Market
Price: $5 Children 3 and under are free. Tickets can be bought online on our website or in cash at the door. Parking Hours: Fri, Sat & Sun 3pm – 11pm Parking $10 From our iconic Californian night market foods such as potato swirl skewers to drinks in lightbulbs, browse traditional street snacks found in Asia, fusion foods that combine cultures and taste buds, and a diverse offering of other #foodporn to drool over!
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The New Christy Minstrels at the Bankhead Theater
Legends in American Folk Music The New Christy Minstrels forged a fresh folk sound in the 1960s with a lighthearted style that was welcomed in the heart of a challenging era. Original songs such as “Green, Green” and their cover of “Sing in the Sunshine” topped the charts and their debut album won a Grammy Award in 1963. More than 20 albums later with creator Randy Sparks still at the helm, the New Christy Minstrels continue to deliver the rich…
Find out more »‘How Lucky Can You Get?’ The Songs of Kander & Ebb
“HOW LUCKY CAN YOU GET?” Songs & Stories of the Kander & Ebb Musicals performed by Award-Winning Theatre Star Tielle Baker Featuring music from the composers of Chicago, Cabaret, and Funny Lady, including favorite classics such as “All That Jazz”, “Maybe This Time”, “New York New York”…and more! Tielle Baker is a musical theatre and opera star who has appeared in over 50 productions with over 20 different companies, including her multi-award-winning role of ‘Velma Kelly’ in Lucky Penny Productions’ of CHICAGO: The Musical.…
Find out more »August 2019
Mitch Polzak & The Royal Deuces
Founded in Concord, California in 1999, Mitch Polzak and the Royal Deuces have been entertaining audiences worldwide with their engaging original sound and highly entertaining live stage show. The Hi-Energy 3-piece ensemble performs Rockabilly and Honky Tonk from the late 50s Sun Records Era, with guitar influences from such greats as Merle Travis and Chet Atkins, adding the 5 String Banjo for special highlights in the show. The band has performed at major music festivals and events at the legendary Viva Las…
Find out more »The Family Stone at the Bankhead Theater
Hot Fun in the Summertime! Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductees Jerry Martini and Greg Errico, together with Phunne Stone – the daughter of Sly Stone and Cynthia Robinson – Swang Stewart, Blaise Sison, Nate Wingfield, and Jimmy Mckinney celebrate the chart-topping hits of Sly & The Family Stone. The first inter-racial, inter-gender, mainstream major band in Rock and Roll history, The Family Stone’s infectious high-energy combination of funk and soul has earned dedicated fans for generations. In 2015,…
Find out more »Keiko Matsui at the Bankhead Theater
Smooth Contemporary Jazz Japanese-born pianist and composer Keiko Matsui is a worldwide icon in contemporary smooth jazz, touring relentlessly and bringing her music to virtually every corner of the globe. Known for her original compositions, Matsui’s music transcends boundaries, creating a unique melting pot of musical influences that has earned her a devout and enthusiastic international audience. A consummate artist freely at home in any musical context, she borrows from such diverse idioms as jazz, classical, rock, blues, and traditional…
Find out more »Golden Follies: Trip the Light Fantastic!
Sensational senior performers ages 60 – 89! Through the decades 40’s – 2000’s, then onto the Great White Way for Broadway classics. Lavishly costumed, these talented seniors sparkle, shine and sizzle as they heat up the stage with fast tapping rhythms, stylish choreography, glitz, glamour and high energy. A wildly entertaining revue! Featured Artist: S.F. Chanteuse Wiggy Darlington
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Hot Summer Sundays Car Show
Danville’s Hot Summer Sundays Car Show combines classic cars and camaraderie to create an evening of summer celebration. Downtown streets are lined with muscle cars, hot rods, and vintage rides while live bands play '50s and '60s music to people dancing in the streets. You can also browse the myriad of food, drink, and souvenir booths throughout the venue, or stop off in one of the downtown shops or restaurants.
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Goodguy 33rd West Coast Nationals
Known as the “bucket list” destination of hot rodders across the country, the Goodguys 33rd West Coast Nationals presented by BASF takes place the weekend of August 23-25 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, CA. Festivities for registered participants kick-off on Monday August 19 with Hot Rod Week – four days of guided tours in and around the Bay Area visiting automotive collections, rod shops and other interesting places! Known as the “Crown Jewel” of all Goodguys events, the…
Find out more »September 2019
38th Annual Harvest Celebration in Livermore Valley Wine Country
On Sunday of Labor Day Weekend, Livermore Valley wineries celebrate the exciting crush season and 38 years of the Harvest Wine Celebration. Each winery hosts activities including wine tasting, arts, crafts, and music. Don't forget to come back on Monday for additional tastings at participating wineries. Wine lovers have come from all over the Bay Area and beyond for the past 35+ years to enjoy this unique event. Don't miss out on this wine country celebration! Ticket Details Tickets include wine…
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Matthew Morrison at the Bankhead Theater
We’ve just announced our star headliner for the Brilliance at the Bankhead Gala this September! Broadway and television star MATTHEW MORRISON, best known as Mr. Schuester on the award-winning television show GLEE, will grace the Bankhead stage Saturday evening, September 7, accompanied by the Livermore-Amador Symphony. Opening the 2019-2020 Bankhead Presents Season, the gala is the largest fundraising event of the year for the Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center. Proceeds support activities at both the Bankhead Theater and the Bothwell…
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Splatter
Celebrate the end of summer with Splatter, a colorful splash of water, wine, art and music at Dublin's Emerald Glen Park. The 8th Annual Splatter festival will be held Saturday, September 14, 2019, noon - 8:00 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Art & Entertainment The Main Stage features a diverse line-up of live music and dance ensembles throughout the afternoon, followed by an evening concert and community dance party under the stars. Discover talented singer-songwriters at the Side Yard Stage and learn cooking tips from Master Chefs at the Culinary…
Find out more »Forkful
Forkful Date:September 14, 2019 Time:04:00 PM to 07:00 PM Location:Check In - Museum on Main 603 Main Street Join us Saturday, September 14th for our third annual Forkful event in downtown Pleasanton. Forkful is sure to be every foodies dream come true and an evening of culinary delight. This unique self-paced tasting experience will allow event guests to stroll through downtown stopping at over 15 participating locations to taste their perfect forkful of food. Upon arrival, each event guest will…
Find out more »Taste of Downtown
Sample from a Bounty of Wines, Beer & Culinary Treats, Live Music and More as you Explore Livermore Downtown! Stroll Downtown restaurants tasting culinary creations from our brilliant Downtown chefs. Our Downtown shops will be host to a tasting of wines and beers. Live entertainment and shopping specials will be found throughout the Downtown. The official tasting pass, accompanied by a commemorative wine glass, provides access to wine and beer tasting along with food sampling at participating shops and restaurants. Please…
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