Theater guide Dec. 5-11: 'Home for the Holidays,' 'Fun Home,' live music and more
This week in theater includes "Home for the Holidays," "Stars – A Galaxy of Song," "Fun Home," live music and more.
Coachella Valley theater companies can submit their theater listings — one per form — at bit.ly/TheaterGuideForm to be included in the weekly Theater Guide inside Sunday's Arts & Culture section.
Here's our list of must-see performances in the Palm Springs area this week:
Come On Up for Live Music
The Palm Springs Cultural Center presents live music at the VIP Lounge every week. Sunday brings Keisha D to the stage for Soulful Sundays, Jeremie Levi Sanson hosts Mon Petit Salon on Mondays and Leanna and the Jazz Collective on Tuesday. (Live Music)
Venue: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Running dates and times: 5-7:30 p.m. every Sunday through Tuesday
Ticket prices: No cover, two drinks minimum
More info: bit.ly/LiveMusicPSCC
'Home for the Holudays'
Inspired by the great TV specials of holidays past when celebrities such as Bob Hope, Dean Martin, John Denver, Andy Williams, Sonny & Cher and more hosted heartfelt and fun song and dance holiday variety shows, this show will bring a sense of nostalgia, family, togetherness and Christmas spirit to all, complete with a sing along led by Santa himself! Come join this group of multi-talented entertainers and musicians as they perform your most beloved holiday hits. (Musical)
Venue: Rancho Mirage Amphitheater, 71-560 San Jacinto Drive, Rancho Mirage
Running dates and times: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10
Ticket prices: Free
More info: desert-theatricals.com/christmas
Holiday Concert: 'Stars – A Galaxy of Song'
Head to this performance if you're interested in an exploration of the musical repertoire which, as we look heavenward, extols the inspiration and awe we enjoy, while musing on the wonder of those bright sentinels in the sky. (Concert)
Production company: Modern Men: Coachella Valley Men's Chorus
Venue: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Running dates and times: 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10; 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11
Ticket prices: Starting at $25
More info: modernmen.org
'Fun Home'
Follow the main character of Alison as she uncovers secrets through three different ages in her life. "Fun Home" isn’t just a coming-of-age or coming out story, but one that sets out to unravel the many mysteries of childhood through which we can all identify.
Venue: Coachella Valley Repertory, 68-510 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City
Running dates and times: 7 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays; Tuesday, Dec. 6 to Sunday, Dec. 18
Ticket prices: $63
More info: cvrep.org
‘Palm Springs Getaway’
This new musical is a nostalgic romp through the popular oasis featuring glimpses of history, icons and the celebrities who made the city famous. With a collection of well-known and original songs, the show transports audiences from the early desert landscape to the vibrant and inclusive community people know and love today – and every decade in between. (Musical)
Venue: Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Running dates and times: 7 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays; Thursday, Dec. 8 to Sunday, Dec. 18
Ticket prices: $15 students; $38 adults
More info: palmcanyontheatre.net
This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: Theater to check out in the greater Palm Springs area this week
