By Chris Murphy
Besides all of the haunted activity this month, there are some really cool live performances on the stages of our community. We start off this month this something really unique and special.
The Prospect Theatre is presenting the Radio Cavalcade. These are “live” radio broadcasts, with actors, live music, sound effects and all of the traditional makings of the golden age of radio. This month, enjoy performances of “Ghost Story”, where a wealthy matron holds a seance-themed party in jest, but the evening takes a turn when she gets an unexpected guest who won’t leave. Also performed is “Sorry, Wrong Number”, originally tour with actress Agnes Moorehead. An invalid woman battles the frustrations of the telephone system after she overhears a plot to murder someone and no one will believe her. Oct 26 at 7 pm
www.prospecttheatreproject.org
The Gallo Center is off to a great season this year and has a line of hits for October, including the season opener of the Modesto Symphony, featuring Branford Marsalis. This is not one to miss and it is early in the month. Then we blast off with LeAnn Rimes and a string of hit shows, including the legendary and one of a kind Wayne Newton. I know what you’re thinking, but we are going. 1970s leisure suits anyone? For all info on the Gallo Center shows, click www.Galloarts.org or try a good ‘ole land line at 209-338-2100.
Oct 5 – Modesto Symphony Orchestra with Branford Marsalis – 94th Season Kick off Scaramouche and the score of Catch Me If You Can. This is a one night only presentation.
October 6 – LeAnn Rimes
October 12 – The Office Trivia with “Todd Packer”
October 12 – Home Free Crazy(er) tour
October 13 – Mariza 5 pm
October 15 – Black Violin 20th Anniversary – 7:30
October 17 – Nick Carter – 7:30 pm
October 24 – Terri Clark 7:30
October 25 – Wayne Newton 7:30
Gallo Repertory Company
1984
This is a really timely presentation that everyone should see. This stage adaptation is true to the novel in which Orwell depicts with great power the horrors of man’s fate in a society where Big Brother is always watching—where everything that is not prohibited is compulsory. We should be very afraid right now.
Oct 25, 26, 27
New season at the Turlock Community Theatre kicking off with Three Dog Night on October 2 and Deana Carter on October 17 and comedian Rene Vaca wrapping up the month on October 19. The Theatre will be showing many Halloween themed and thriller movies during the month. www.turlocktheatre.org
At the State Theatre
The stage and screens will be busy this month as the live events share the stage with a series of Halloween films and fun all month. There are two live events that you can’t miss. Also, keep your eyes peeled for special events in the Intermission like the special dress up event Beetlejuice on October 27. Get tix and into at www.thestate.org
The Columbia Big Band – October 12 7 pm
Fleetwood Mask – October 26, 7 pm.
West Side Theatre.
Our friends in Newman are bringing two big shows this month. Right out of the gate it’s Blood Red Sky, U2 Tribute on October 5 @ 8 pm www.westsidetheatre.org
Later in the month, The West Side Player will present Young Frankenstein, the Musical,
Oct 25, 26, 27, Nov 1, 2 Get tix and info at www.westsidetheatre.org
SCHOOL DRAMA TEACHERS! Please let me know what your performances are so we can get you on our calendar and in this article. events@modestoview.com
