Smokey Robinson is synonymous with Motown and its' rise to prominence in the recording industry. He served as writer and producer of many of Motown's most popular hits including such classics as "The Way You Do the Thing You Do," "Ooo Baby Baby," "The Tracks of My Tears," and "I…

From street corners, to nightclubs, to prime-time television, the quest for FAME fascinates some and drives others to the edge of endurance. Their dreams uplift us… Their youthful hope inspires us... Their commitment astonishes us. The dynamic 24-member ensemble of this national tour takes you inside the souls of the…

Spinning sabers and Cossack dancing! High energy traditional dance by a huge cast!   From the foothills of the Sayan Mountains to the icy Kara Sea…this vast and beautiful land has become a source of inspiration for the Krasnoyarsk National Dance Company of Siberia. Be enthralled by their vivid character…

Steven Wright - the monotone man - has perfected the deadpan delivery.   His stoic manner, wry wordplay jokes and absolute straight-faced style makes him one of today's hottest acts to catch - if you can find him when he momentarily lapses into reality. Saturday, Oct. 11, 8:00 p.m. {yoogallery…

One of the greatest, most tragic and passionate operas of all time; Verdi’s tale of treachery, intrigue and illicit passion features some of the most glorious music written for the operatic voice.   The opera tells the story of a court jester, Rigoletto, who with one cruel joke at the…

Ahhhhhh Bachhhhh!   Established in 1973 to play music as it was originally written on the instruments of the period, the Academy brings together masters of every branch of Baroque and classical performance. The all-Bach program includes Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 and Orchestral Suite No. 2., as well as Concerti…

Bring a sense of wonder to your life!   Call him a juggler, call him a magician, call him––a genius. Michael Moschen is a virtuoso manipulator of objects, making them fly, spin, ricochet, float, suspend or appear, as if by magic. Specializing in misdirection and seemingly impossible physical feats, Moschen…

The heartbeat of the universe.   The highly skilled musicians of Yamato, performing on drums ranging from the size of a dinner plate to a massive six-foot diameter drum, blend phenomenally powerful and dramatic drumming with music of delicate beauty and humor. Athleticism, superhuman feats of coordination and incredible intensity…

Start with four richly gifted singer-songwriters. Add 3/4 cup married life, five kids, four-part harmony vocals, one piano, four guitars, a dollop of sharp social commentary and a wardrobe to die for. Put this on the road and allow to steep for 12 years and you’ve got...Four Bitchin’ Babes.  …

A holiday tradition! Featuring Ballet Internationale and children of the Cedar Valley, Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic visits the Gallagher-Bluedorn for the second time to entertain and delight the whole family. This enchanting ballet, complete with elaborate costumes, sets and dancing, will offer all of the magic needed to bring alive this…

Mattea has scored 16 Top 10 hits, won two Grammy Awards; and in 1989 and 1990 was named the Country Music Association’s top female vocalist. Now embarking on an exciting new phase of her musical journey, Mattea’s most recent work has crossed into the realm of folk and adult contemporary…

The ultimate musical for the whole family. The final collaboration between Rodgers and Hammerstein…The Sound of Music, set in 1938 and based on a true story, tells the story of Maria Rainer, a free-spirited nun who is hired by Captain George Von Trapp to care for his seven children. Although…

John Amos of Roots and West Wing fame, brings his one-man production to the Gallagher-Bluedorn for a special Martin Luther King, Jr. Day performance. Halley’s Comet describes the journey one man has taken since the first time he saw the comet as a young boy to his second meeting, 76…

Cirque is spectacular! This European style circus features aerialists that fly above the audience, live music, clowns that coax your laughter and jugglers that mystify and entertain.   With Nomade, Cirque Éloize invites audiences on a surreal journey along the highways and byways of their imagination. A community of performers…

A favorite of audiences, choreographers and dancers alike, Giselle is a true ballet masterpiece. Famous for elevating the dramatic stature of dance with its literary subject matter and daring choreography, Giselle is a feast for the eyes and the heart. This milestone performance features Russia’s most talented dancers from the…

Ahhhhh Tchaikovsky! A Russian company celebrating one of Russia’s greatest composers!   For more than 20 years, the Moscow State Radio Symphony Orchestra and Chorus have presented exemplary concerts of 18th-, 19th- and 20th-century repertoire. This is a world-class orchestra and chorus known for clarity and enthusiasm and ranks among…

In 1954, the world saw the first all-jazz festival ever presented – the Newport Jazz® Festival. Since then, the name Newport has become synonymous with the best in jazz. To commemorate the festival’s 50th anniversary, an all-star mix of veterans and the younger generation perform together; scheduled performers include James…

One of the worlds great choirs, the Vienna Choir Boys have enchanted millions with their unique charm and exceptionally beautiful singing. From the time of their first visit to the United States in 1932, they have given thousands of concerts and become perhaps the most popular choir ever to tour…

“Celtic Excellence” Sophisticated and energetic, this quintet ranks among the world’s top Irish traditional bands with a host of five-star recordings. They perform jigs, reels and ballads from Ireland’s northernmost County Donegal, with pristine soprano vocals and captivating style on fiddle, guitar, tin whistle, accordion and bass. “Confirms the irresistible…

People who aren’t people, sculptures that come alive, groups that combine into strange and magical creatures.   Leaping lizards, stately saguaro cactus, tumbling tumbleweeds and all manner of desert flora and fauna fill the Momix fantasy world of Opus Cactus, a suite that blooms to eclectic music ranging from Bach…

Grease, one of the longest-running musicals in Broadway history, is revved up and ready to rock ‘n’ roll. For the first time ever, your favorite songs from the hit motion picture come to life on stage in this all-new production. You’ll be dancing in the aisles to chartbusters like “You’re…

One of the top swing and jump blues bands in the country.   The sultry vocals of Lavay Smith and her all-star, eight-piece band, features some of the finest musicians anywhere. Performing a large repertoire of classics by Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and Louis Jordan, they…

George Winston blends jazz, rhythm and blues, folk, stride and classical music to create a sound unlike any other. Winston prefers to think of his style as “folk piano” and is known for his enthusiasm for the compositions of jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi, the artist who wrote and performed the…

A performance you will remember for the rest of your life. Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, winner of multiple Grammy and Emmy awards; Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status, rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his talent, he has come to…

Fresh from a hit Broadway revival, one of the all-time great musicals, Kiss Me Kate sparkles with wit and romance. You’ll revel in the hilarious antics of Sam and Bella Spewack’s story of gangsters and theatre-folk and listen to 18 of Cole Porter’s most wonderful songs, all joyously packaged in…