Live Music & Dance
Newsies the Musical
Colligan Theater 1010 River Street, Santa CruzStop the presses! Experience the high-energy excitement of All About Theatre’s production of Newsies - featuring a live orchestra! Set in turn-of-the-century New York, this Tony Award-winning musical follows Jack Kelly and his fellow newsboys as they rise up against powerful publishers to demand fair pay and justice. Inspired by the real-life Newsboys’ Strike of 1899, Newsies is a thrilling tale of courage, friendship, and the fight for what’s right. Don’t miss your chance to see this inspiring story live at the Colligan Theater - get your tickets now!
Mello Center: Judy Norton With The Watsonville Band
Henry J. Mello Center for the Performing Arts 250 East Beach Street, Watsonville, CA, United StatesThe Watsonville Community Band will feature acclaimed actress and vocalist Judy Norton. The free performance, entitled “Lions, Tigers, & Marches! Oh My!” will showcase Judy’s artistry as she sings songs by George Gershwin and “Over the Rainbow” by Harold Arlen, and the Band will perform a wide variety of marches, Broadway show tunes, and band classics. The young and aspiring musicians of the Watsonville Youth Band will also perform. Judy Norton, launched to international fame when she starred as Mary Ellen for 9 years in the Emmy Award winning series “The Waltons.” Since then, she has gone on to numerous television guest-starring roles in film and television while also working in stage productions in the US and Canada.
Chaminade Resort and Spa: Nashville Nights-Jerrod Niemann
Chaminade Resort and Spa 1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesRanch 1917 and Chaminade Resort are bringing Nashville back to Santa Cruz! The hit concert kicks off Friday, April 4 with country sensation Jerrod Niemann. Overnight packages and tickets on sale now for all dates. Get up close and personal with some of Nashville’s hottest musical acts. Experience an intimate concert while watching the sun set over Monterey Bay. April 4 – Jerrod Niemann May 30 – Eric Paslay June 20 – Love and Theft August 29 – Canaan Smith
Cocoanut Grove: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Cocoanut Grove 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesWatch the Listeso String Quartet bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience! They will be playing Vivaldi’s well known Four Seasons and more at The Boardwalk’s Cocoanut Grove under the gentle glow of candlelight. Tentative Program “The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 1 RV 269: “Spring”” – Vivaldi “The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2 RV 315: “Summer”” – Vivaldi “Thaïs: Méditation” – Jules Massenet “Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons: “Spring 3”” – Max Richter “The Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas: Verano Porteño” – Astor Piazzolla “Libertango” – Astor Piazzolla “The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 3 RV 293: “Autumn”” – Vivaldi “The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 4 RV 297: “Winter”” – Vivaldi
Santa Cruz: Judy Norton With The Watsonville Band
Peace United Church of Santa Cruz High Street 900, Santa Cruz, United StatesThe Watsonville Community Band will feature acclaimed actress and vocalist Judy Norton in concert. The free performance, entitled “Lions, Tigers, & Marches! Oh My!” will showcase Judy’s artistry as she sings songs by George Gershwin and “Over the Rainbow” by Harold Arlen, and the Band will perform a wide variety of marches, Broadway show tunes, and band classics. Judy Norton, launched to international fame when she starred as Mary Ellen for 9 years in the Emmy Award winning series “The Waltons.” Since then, she has gone on to numerous television guest-starring roles in film and television while also working in stage productions in the US and Canada.
Roberts Ranch Vineyards: Wine Tasting and Crushpad Concert
Roberts Ranch Vineyards Roberts Road, Ben Lomond, United StatesAcoustic musical guests make for a lively accompaniment to the afternoon! Enjoy a tasting of 5 of the current Roberts Ranch wines complete with abundant charcuterie boards! Meats, cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits, chocolate and even warm appetizers make appearances at this lovely and casual tasting experience. (See Seltzer & Charcuterie option for those not partaking in the wine tasting.) Your tasting begins at the crush pad where you will sign in and get your first pour and plate of charcuterie. From there you are welcome to find a comfortable spot to enjoy the views. Pace your tasting and food experience according to your preference. Enjoy a flavorful and relaxing afternoon! Attended children and well-behaved pups are welcome to join. Please sign up for a child’s ticket so they can be prepared with snacks and drinks for the kids.
Brookdale Lodge: Spring Fling
Brookdale Lodge 11570 Hwy 9, Brookdale, CA, United StatesHead up to the redwoods for this indoor hip hop and funk music and arts festival. Go for just one day or both days to experience live art performances and some extra surprises! Follow the link at the orange button above to see acts being added to Chali 2na, Cut Chemist, Fort Knox Five, Space Heater and more…
Shrek the Musical Jr.
Colligan Theater 1010 River Street, Santa CruzOnce upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek. One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn't be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.
San Lorenzo Park: Autism Awareness Day at the Park
San Lorenzo Park 137 Dakota Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate Shared Adventures 31st Anniversary and celebrate autism awareness at the same time! Come for live music, dancing, delicious food and fun activities. Stay to see vendors with accessibility services and products that enable everyone to share an adventure in Santa Cruz County.