Not too late to celebrate the dead. See why this ‘Skull’ coming to Modesto is sweet
A Día de Muertos musical looks to delight family audiences at the Gallo Center. Also playing at the downtown Modesto venue will by Riders in the Sky and a show honoring Edith Piaf. The State Theatre brings in a film about Golda Meir, along with a panel discussion. These are just some of the entertainment options in Modesto region Nov. 4-10.
“Sugar Skull”
The Día de Muertos musical “Sugar Skull” is a touring bilingual-bicultural show for young audiences and families. Coming to the Gallo Center, it uses traditional regional music and dance from Mexico to tell the story of a 12-year-old who questions why her family is planning a celebration for deceased loved ones.
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $15-$45
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Riders in the Sky
The group Riders in the Sky performs at the Gallo Center in Modesto. Together for 40 years, the Riders play their music “The Cowboy Way,” according to venue’s website. The group is made up of Ranger Doug, Too Slim, Woody Paul and Joey the Cowpolka King.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $29-$49
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
“Piaf! The Show”
Coming to the Gallo Center, “Piaf! The Show” is a musical celebration of the life and music of French chanteuse Edith Piaf. The production is on a world tour to mark the 60th anniversary of Piaf’s death.
WHEN: 5 p.m. Nov. 5
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $39-$79
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
“Golda”
Directed by Academy Award winner Guy Nattiv, “Golda” will be screened at the State Theatre. The thriller is set during the 19 days of the Yom Kippur War in 1973 as Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir provides tough leadership and compassion to decide the fate of her nation. There will be a panel discussion following the film with Sue Zwahlen, mayor of Modesto; Sam Oppenheim, CSU Stanislaus professor; and John Rothman, KGO radio talk show host, lecturer and author. Moderator will be Valli Israels, a Stanislaus County Superior Court judge.
WHEN: 2 p.m. Nov. 5
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $20
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
“A Night on Broadway”
Mistlin Gallery in Modesto will be filled with song for “A Night on Broadway.” Favorite music from Broadway and beyond will be performed by Northern California artists. A VIP ticket includes table seating, dessert and beverages.
WHEN: 7-9 p.m. Nov. 4
WHERE: Mistlin Gallery, 1015 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $35, $50 VIP
ONLINE: ccaagallery.org
“Cinderella”
Sierra Repertory Theatre presents Rodgers + Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in Sonora, a new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical. The family production combines the story’s classic elements — glass slippers, a pumpkin and the ball — along with some twists.
WHEN: Various times, Nov. 4-Dec. 17
WHERE: East Sonora Theatre, 13891 Mono Way
TICKETS: $35-$48
ONLINE: www.sierrarep.org
Revol
An Instinct Community Outreach concert will be performed by Revol at the State Theatre. Orlin Francisco Reyes, who performs as Revol, was born and raised in west Modesto and, despite early exposure to gang activity, street violence, drugs and poverty, filtered his emotions in poetry and lyrics, according to the State website. His music features hip-hop, R&B and Urbano Latino.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Nov. 10
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
ADMISSION: Free, but tickets must be reserved
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
