Sept. 15* (8:00) sold out, 16** (8:00) cancelled , 22** (8:00), 23 (8:00), 24 (2:00), 29 (8:00), 30 (8:00) sold out, An irresistible concoction of brilliant dialogue and Machiavellian plot Single Tickets: $22 general/$20 seniors and students Articles: Press Democrat, September 22, 2006, by Dan Taylor Press Democrat, September 8, 2006, by Janet Palmer |
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Oct. 20* (8:00), 21** (8:00), 28 (8:00), 29 (2:00) and Nov 1 (7:30), 3 (8:00), 5 (2:00), 8 (7:30), 10 (8:00) & 11 (8:00), 2006 Here's Puccini at his most surprising. He's created a RICHLY DRAMATIC LOVE STORY, and a sensual one at that, set against the outlaw days of the California Gold Rush. And what a "girl" our Minnie is! The quintessential frontier woman strong, independent and passionate as only a Puccini heroine can be, and years ahead of her time! Musically, this opera has all of the brilliant characteristics of Puccini's later works. Breathtaking percussive passages punctuate the score in complex, brilliant style, while sumptuous arias flow seamlessly throughout. It is a RARE MASTERPIECE that explores a full range of vocal color and characterization, and Puccini himself considered it his finest work Single Tickets: $32 general/$30 seniors and students
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Weill's remarkable career spanned twenty eventful years, from Von Hindenburg and Hitler in Germany, where Weill achieved fame by age thirty, to Roosevelt's U.S. where he became a renowned master of the Broadway musical. Along the way, he created some of the most popular and daring musical theater pieces of his day, collaborating with a dazzling array of literary giants, including Bertolt Brecht, Langston Hughes, Maxwell Andersen, Alan Jay Lerner and Ira Gershwin. Our musical journey features songs from Happy End, Lady In The Dark, One Touch Of Venus, Street Scene, Lost In The Stars and of course, Weill's masterpiece, The Threepenny Opera. '... stuffed with some of the greatest theater music ever written.' New York Times Single Tickets: $25 general/$23 seniors and students |
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First, Mascagni's fiery Italian tale of lust, jealousy and revenge, a combination of swift-moving drama and powerfully emotional music pure operatic excitement, full of tempestuous passions, smoldering jealousies and sweeping melodies. Then it's off to Rodriguez' Mexico, where the same emotions are turned on their heads for a comic romp. Inspired by Mozart's Bastien and Bastienne, our sorcerer is a curandera, a Mexican practitioner of folk healing and magic. Spanish proverbs and idiomatic expressions abound, as well as actual incantations and rituals from Mexican folklore. Listen for homages to Mexico, mariachi and Mozart in Rodriguez' characteristic richly lyrical (Musical America) writing, full of the composer's 'all-encompassing sense of humor' (Los Angeles Times). Single Tickets: $32 general/$30 seniors and students
La Curandera is graciously underwritten by: The Arts Council of Sonoma County The National Endowment for the Arts Community Foundation Sonoma County The Argosy Foundation Contemporary Music Fund |
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Share in a musical tradition! For the third year, Cinnabar Young Rep is delighted to present this delightful operetta. The story revolves around a kindly old tailor who lovingly cares for the children and animals of the neighborhood, sharing what little he has with an open heart. Although he lives in poverty, he is presented with the opportunity to make his fortune when the Mayor of Gloucester commissions the tailor to make a special red coat for his Christmas wedding. But alas! The poor tailor falls ill and is unable to complete the task. Will the mice and children come to his rescue? And what about his petulant pet, the scurrilous Simpkin? With singing mice, giant teacups and more than a little Christmas spirit, this is one holiday show you and your young ones cannot miss! *Special Event: The Tailor’s Reception (Dec. 10, 2:00 show only) Ticket price includes a one-hour Tailor’s Reception following the performance. Join the Mayor and his fiancé to decorate your own miniature wedding cupcake, get crafty with the cats, let Mother Mouse be your escort on a back stage tour and play games with the children of Gloucester Village. Bring your camera for great photo opportunities of your child with a mouse in our oversized teacups, naughty Simpkin and, of course, the Tailor! All shows (except Tailor’s Reception) $12 general/$8 children 12 and under |
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Here's a story with more delicious ingredients than a banana split! We have the foolish and broken-hearted king, a wife imprisoned under a sink and puppies substituted for babies. If that isn't enough, add a kindly chancellor, a hard-hearted mother and living statues. Sprinkle it all over with talking birds, singing apples and dancing waters and you only begin to touch on the magical fantasy about to unfold! The Green Bird is the tale of the long, hard and hilarious journey of two young people who must endure many trials of the flesh and spirit as they wade through the swamps of vanity, greed and longing, to gain a deeper understanding of life and love. Combining commedia dell'arte with wild imaginings and sharp social commentary, this rendering of Gozzi's elegant story will stay with you and your children long after the curtain rings down. Tickets $12 general/$8 children 12 and under |
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Bluebeard? A Young Rep musical? You betcha! But this Bluebeard will leave you rolling in the aisles rather than gaping in horror. Bluebeard has just discovered his sixth wife in Boulotte, a feisty peasant girl. But no sooner has he wed once again than a shepherdess (actually, a princess in disguise) captures his fervid attention. She in turn is in love with another shepherd who turns out to be a prince. The two young royals are reunited when Bluebeard shows up, claiming that Boulotte has just died and he is now free to marry the princess. But, aha! Popolani, the alchemist charged with disposing of Bluebeard's past wives, has carefully preserved all six alive - and that's only the beginning! Hilarious characters, social satire and, of course, Offenbach's brilliant music all make this show a winner. Tickets $12 general/$8 children 12 and under |
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On Saturday, October 21, 2006 in downtown Petaluma you will embark on a culinary journey of our finest restaurants, wineries, breweries and food purveyors. Start your day at 1:00pm in historic Putnam Plaza on Petaluma Blvd. with entertainment. Everything from appetizers to desserts will tempt your palate. Go ahead and have two desserts! Learn more... |
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Cinnabar Choral Ensembles (click on date)
Dec 9, 2006 and May 19, 2007 Community choruses are a thing of rare beauty: breathtaking music arranged for several parts, sung by people who find fulfillment and fellowship, offered up to the public in concert. They also have a way of teaching us something about music, art and life, as the notes wrap themselves gently around our hearts. Our choruses are no exception. Under the inspired baton of Cinnabar's resident Music Director, Nina Shuman, and accompanied by pianist extraordinaire Nancy Hyashibara, Petaluma Women's Chorus and Cinnabar Chamber Ensemble light up Petaluma with their glorious music. Whether you sing on a regular basis or have only a vague memory from your
youth of how wonderful it was to raise your voice in song, this is the place
for you. Learn more about how to become a part of one or both of our choruses. |
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Christmas Concert - Cinnabar Choral Ensembles Conductor: Nina Shuman Cinnabar’s community-based choruses explore a wide variety of choral compositions under the baton of Cinnabar’s resident Music Director. Our Women’s Chorus and Chamber Singers provide two gorgeous concerts in the year. The December concert includes songs of all faiths to usher in a joyous holiday season. Tickets: $12 general/$10 seniors/$8 students |
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HAPPY NEW YEAR! It’s New Year’s Eve at Cinnabar! Celebrate with style in our beautiful historic theater. Enjoy cabaret seating and our Kurt Weill Revue (see below) while indulging in sublime confections and sipping fine wines and champagne. We supply the party favors, the entertainment and the refreshments. You bring the joie de vivre. Our New Year’s Eve parties sell out every year, so get your tickets early. Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill (cabaret) Weill’s remarkable career spanned twenty eventful years, from Hitler’s Germany, where Weill achieved fame by thirty, to Roosevelt’s U.S. where he became a renowned master of the Broadway musical. Along the way, he created some of the most popular and daring musical theater pieces of his day, collaborating with a dazzling array of literary giants including Bertolt Brecht, Langston Hughes, Maxwell Andersen, Alan Jay Lerner and Ira Gershwin, and blurring the boundary between “serious” and “popular” music. This thrilling evening features songs from Happy End, Lady In The Dark, One Touch Of Venus, Street Scene, Lost In The Stars and of course, Weill’s masterpiece, The Threepenny Opera. This is an evening of some of the greatest theater music ever written. Gorge yourself! Tickets: $60 general/$55 seniors and students |
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Jan. 26 – Feb 10 Description: NOH – Angels, Demons, and Dreamers is an evening of adaptations of five supernatural Japanese Noh plays and Kyogen. Using their acclaimed theatrical magic, Laura Jorgensen and Fred Curchack transform these timeless masterpieces into artistic adventures for the modern Western audience.
About Noh and Kyogen: Noh plays are sublime poetic dance-dramas from 14th-15th Century Japan. Kyogen are outrageous comic interludes, performed in-between the intense Noh plays. |
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Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds,
Petaluma Sample the wares of 35 Chili and Salsa Teams and over a dozen breweries. Plus great family entertainment! Dedicated to our Children, our proceeds benefit Cinnabar’s Youth Program so that any child who expresses an interest can participate in the performing arts. Learn more... Tickets: $23 for chili & salsa/ $33 for beer, chili and salsa |
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