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Ed Asner: A Man & His Prostate

by Gina Graham
September 4, 2019

Based on a true-life experience, a man discovers his inner self in more ways than one. A near tragedy is masterfully transformed into a one-man comedy, perfectly portrayed by Ed Asner in his hilarious visit to the hospital in preparation for surgery he doesn’t want.

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JD Souther

by Gina Graham
September 4, 2019

GRAMMY®-nominated JD Souther has penned countless hits for the Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Roy Orbison, James Taylor, Don Henley, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Brooks and Dunn and found success as a solo artist. This led him to being inducted into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame in 2013 and becoming one of the most celebrated songwriters of his generation. On his latest studio album, Tenderness (Sony Music Masterworks), Souther creates a perfect balance of understated Jazz with the ineffable pop narratives that have been the backbone of much of his greatest work. His classic albums John David Souther, Black Rose and Home by Dawn have been released as expanded reissues (Omnivore Recordings).

 

 

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Betty Buckley

by Genevieve Rhiger
August 30, 2019

Tony Award winning Broadway legend Betty Buckley is one of the theater’s world’s most respected and celebrated leading ladies. An actress/singer whose career spans theater, film, television and concert halls around the world, she has been called, “the voice of Broadway.” Winner of a Tony Award for her performance in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats, an Olivier Award nomination for her role as Norma Desmond in Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard and recently she starred in the US National Tour of Hello Dolly!, the acclaimed smash musical revival that NPR called, “the best show of the year!” She comes to the Lobero for an intimate evening of cabaret with her quartet led by multi-Grammy-nominated pianist/composer Christian Jacobs, who is a long-time pianist with the Tierney Sutton Band. Ms. Buckley and Mr. Jacob have recorded three albums together, most recently the highly praised Story Songs. Their newest collection Story Songs #2/Hope will be released by Palmetto Records in early 2018. She most recently co-starred with James McAvoy in the new M. Night Shyamalan hit film SPLIT, one of the top international box office hits in 2017.

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IMPROVology featuring Impro Theatre 1

by Cecilia Martini-Muth
August 28, 2019

IMPROVology, the Santa Barbara Zoo’s science-meets-comedy show, has landed at the Lobero Theatre.

Animal experts are interviewed live on stage. Then, on the spot, actors from L.A.’s Impro Theatre create skits, songs, and general silliness, accompanied by live music. Think TED Talks meets Whose Line Is It Anyway… but about California condors or African wild dogs or, in one particularly hilarious show, parasitic worms.

Just like a fledgling bald eagle, IMPROVology soared in its Lobero premiere last May. After Dr. Tara Stoinski of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund revealed that researchers collect gorilla poop for genetic and other tests (and that gorillas pass a lot of gas), the improvisers whipped up a Shakespearean tragedy (with appropriate sound effects).

Featuring:

ANIMAL EXPERT GUEST: Peter Alagona, Associate Professor, History, Geography & Environmental Studies, University of California, Santa Barbara

ANIMAL EXPERT GUEST:  Forrest Galante, American Outdoor Adventurer, Wildlife Biologist, and Television Personality

JUDGE: Michelle Drown, Independent  senior editor

JUDGE:  Starshine Roshell, author and columnist

JUDGE: Crystal Wyatt, Santa Barbara Zoo Board Chair

 

See more expert talks and resulting skits here, including a pair of California condors in marriage counseling, a mash-up of Dr. Seuss and “The Godfather” about gorilla family dynamics, and much more.

Pianist Konrad Kono provides the mood music with guest bassist Dr. Michael Schindlinger (previous IMPROVology expert). Local celebrity judges award points that don’t really count. It’s family-friendly fun, and audience participation is encouraged.

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IMPROVology featuring Impro Theatre 2

by Cecilia Martini-Muth
August 28, 2019

IMPROVology, the Santa Barbara Zoo’s science-meets-comedy show, has landed at the Lobero Theatre.

Animal experts are interviewed live on stage. Then, on the spot, actors from L.A.’s Impro Theatre create skits, songs, and general silliness, accompanied by live music. Think TED Talks meets Whose Line Is It Anyway… but about California condors or African wild dogs or, in one particularly hilarious show, parasitic worms.

Just like a fledgling bald eagle, IMPROVology soared in its Lobero premiere last May. After Dr. Tara Stoinski of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund revealed that researchers collect gorilla poop for genetic and other tests (and that gorillas pass a lot of gas), the improvisers whipped up a Shakespearean tragedy (with appropriate sound effects).

See more expert talks and resulting skits here, including a pair of California condors in marriage counseling, a mash-up of Dr. Seuss and “The Godfather” about gorilla family dynamics, and much more.

Pianist Konrad Kono provides the mood music with guest bassist Dr. Michael Schindlinger (previous IMPROVology expert). Local celebrity judges award points that don’t really count. It’s family-friendly fun, and audience participation is encouraged

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IMPROVology featuring Impro Theatre 3

by Cecilia Martini-Muth
August 28, 2019

This event has been canceled.

Refunds will be issued to the credit card used to purchase. If that card is no longer valid, please contact the box office asap with new card info.

Lobero Theatre Box Office – 805.963.0761 or boxoffice@lobero.org.

 

IMPROVology, the Santa Barbara Zoo’s science-meets-comedy show, has landed at the Lobero Theatre.

Animal experts are interviewed live on stage. Then, on the spot, actors from L.A.’s Impro Theatre create skits, songs, and general silliness, accompanied by live music. Think TED Talks meets Whose Line Is It Anyway… but about California condors or African wild dogs or, in one particularly hilarious show, parasitic worms.

Just like a fledgling bald eagle, IMPROVology soared in its Lobero premiere last May. After Dr. Tara Stoinski of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund revealed that researchers collect gorilla poop for genetic and other tests (and that gorillas pass a lot of gas), the improvisers whipped up a Shakespearean tragedy (with appropriate sound effects).

See more expert talks and resulting skits here, including a pair of California condors in marriage counseling, a mash-up of Dr. Seuss and “The Godfather” about gorilla family dynamics, and much more.

Pianist Konrad Kono provides the mood music with guest bassist Dr. Michael Schindlinger (previous IMPROVology expert). Local celebrity judges award points that don’t really count. It’s family-friendly fun, and audience participation is encouraged.

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Hallelujah Project 7

by Cecilia Martini-Muth
August 28, 2019

Kick-off the season in magical, musical style with The Hallelujah Project’s trademark blend of holiday classics and seasonal favorites in the seventh annual Hallelujah Project. Conductor Jo Anne Wasserman will lead the Santa Barbara Choral Society and Orchestra in this program of holiday merriment.

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Rudolph

by Gina Graham
August 27, 2019

Rudolph, based on the story by Robert L. May tells the story of the misfit reindeer, Rudolph and other misfit characters like Heidi the Elf, Yukon Cornelia, the Abominable Snow Monster, and all of the Misfit Toys. Dancing to well known classics, this is a great opening to the holiday season! Students aged 2-18 will delight audiences with joyful dancing! Presented by Gustafson Dance, featuring State Street Ballet Young Dancers.

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Rudolph 2019

by Gina Graham
August 27, 2019

Rudolph, based on the story by Robert L. May tells the story of the misfit reindeer, Rudolph and other misfit characters like Heidi the Elf, Yukon Cornelia, the Abominable Snow Monster, and all of the Misfit Toys. Dancing to well known classics, this is a great opening to the holiday season! Students aged 2-18 will delight audiences with joyful dancing! Presented by Gustafson Dance, featuring State Street Ballet Young Dancers.

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A Tribute to Johnny Cash & Elvis Presley

by Gina Graham
August 27, 2019

The legacy of Johnny Cash lives on with the help of singer-guitarist Danny Millsap and the Hennessy Three—together forming The Only Johnny Cash Tribute Band. Millsap credits a 1990 Cash concert in Fresno as a formative moment, sparking a lifelong goal to keep the music and mystery of The Man in Black alive. With his Cash tribute, he’s performed all over Northern California and the Central Valley, Oregon and Arizona, breathing new life into the legendary ballads of the somber singer-songwriter.  Always audience participation in every show.

“In 1990 I had the great pleasure of seeing Johnny Cash live in Concert in Fresno, California. I have always been a fan of his style of country music and the mystery he brought to the stage, and after seeing him in concert I was hooked. On September 12, 2003, Johnny passed and we lost a true Legend. God bless you, Johnny Cash.” – Danny Millsap

I formed The Only Cash Tribute Band to do our part to keep his music alive. No matter where we go, it is an honor to recreate the style, mystery and music of the legendary Johnny Cash. You can also help to keep the music going by coming to one of our shows and buying Johnny Cash music today! We promise to be true to the Cash sound and make Johnny proud.

Audience Participation in every show!

Come out to one of their shows and help keep the Music of the Legend Johnny Cash alive!

 

Danny Memphis was born and raised in Memphis, Tn and is regarded as a World Class Elvis natural vocalist, performer and musician.  Danny, along with his first band, won first place in Memphis in a contest against dozens of acts at the Overton Park Shell, the same stage that Elvis performed his first professional show.

Past performances include 20th Century Fox Studios, The U.S NAVY, The Grand Duchess of Russia, additional shows Palm Springs Ca Resorts, Hilton Hotels, American Cancer Society Fundraisers. Sunset Strip, Hollywood, Ca, Edmonton, Alberta Canada and TPC Valencia (Tournament Players Club) amongst others.

Raised on Elvis since childhood, Danny Memphis truly captures the look, essence, dance moves and natural vocal style in a tasteful, heartfelt, true to the man celebration of Elvis and his music from the 50’s 60’s and 70’s eras.

Danny has dedicated part of his life to preserving Elvis’s legacy in a positive and real way.

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DOUBLEWIDE KINGS Play: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

by Gina Graham
August 26, 2019

Building upon their sold-out concert last November at the Lobero Theatre, the Doublewide Kings and special guests return to perform the timeless music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. The evening promises a blend of the band’s favorite hits and deep cuts from the iconic CSNY catalog.

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Jazz 1920 – Brubeck Brothers

by Genevieve Rhiger
August 23, 2019

The year 2020 marked the centennial of jazz giant Dave Brubeck. To celebrate his life and legacy, his sons, Chris and Dan – who have been making music together practically all their lives – curate a multimedia show with their own Brubeck Brothers Quartet. Drummer Dan and bassist, trombonist, composer Chris cut their first record together more than half a century ago. They’ve played a variety of styles in a number of different groups, as well as with their father. The Brubeck brothers form the foundation, with guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb completing this dynamic quartet, who perform concert series and jazz festivals around the world. Through stories told by his sons, video interviews with Dave and musicians he influenced, and music performed by the Quartet, this show invites audiences to travel along the timeline of Dave’s extraordinary life and career.

“There’s nothing out there that comes close to their unique blend of inventiveness.” – All About Jazz

Click here to see the current Covid health and safety guidelines for this event.

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All tickets for the original and rescheduled performances will be honored for the rescheduled show at the Lobero Theatre on February 5, 2022.

If you can’t make the rescheduled date, you can request a refund by contacting the Lobero Theatre Box Office at 805.963.0761 or by emailing boxoffice@lobero.org Monday–Friday 10 AM–5 PM, and Saturday noon–5 PM.

Many of you have generously expressed your support and concern by seeking to forego your ticket refund. If you are in a financial position to do so, we greatly appreciate these offers. Please let the box office staff know that you’ll be donating your ticket to support the Lobero Theatre.

Click here to submit a refund request, ticket exchange or ticket donation.

 

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Jazz 1920 – Dianne Reeves

by Genevieve Rhiger
August 23, 2019

The pre-eminent jazz vocalist in the world today, Dianne Reeves’ arsenal of talents is richly on display in every song of her limitless repertoire. With Dianne Reeves & Beleza Brazil, Dianne launches a new program devoted to the sounds of Brazil. In Portuguese, the phrase “Beleza Brazil” loosely translates to “the beauty of Brazil,” a sentiment brought to the fore in this exquisite program. Brazilian music has always been a passion of Dianne’s, which is evident in just about every one of her recordings. Featuring a masterful band (John Beasley-Keyboards, Romero Lubamo- Guitars, Itaiguaro Brandao-Basses, Rafael Barata-Drums), this is Dianne’s first program devoted entirely to the beautiful music of Brazil.

With her prowess, it’s no surprise that Dianne has received five Grammy Awards for Best Jazz Vocal Album, an honorary doctorate of music from Juilliard, and was recently named a 2018 National Endowment of the Arts Jazz Master – the highest honor the United States bestows on jazz artists. Dianne’s magical, timeless voice, exceptional personality and the sheer force of her performance mark her as a captivating world-class artist. Wynton Marsalis exclaims, “She has one of the most powerful, purposeful, and accurate voices of this or any time.” Beleza Brazil is an enchanting global experience from a natural wonder not to be missed.

 

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Derek Douget Band

by Genevieve Rhiger
August 23, 2019

Acclaimed saxophonist Derek Douget returns to Santa Barbara for an evening of New Orleans jazz you won’t want to miss! Douget is a member of the Ellis Marsalis Quartet and the Director of the Heritage School of Music who has performed or worked with a veritable who’s who in the world of jazz, including Dr. John, Terence Blanchard, Allen Toussaint, Branford Marsalis, Dee Dee Bridgewater and more.

Derek Douget, saxophone / Ashlin Parker, trumpet / Victor Atkins, piano / Jason Stewart, bass / Joe Dyson, drums

In Residence March 7-11 providing masterclasses throughout Santa Barbara

 

Current Covid-19 Guidelines:

In an effort to create the safest possible environment for our guests, all attendees (including children 5 years old and younger) must show proof of vaccination OR supply a negative Covid-19 medical test result (taken within 72 hours prior to each event), before entering the Lobero (over-the-counter tests will not be accepted). Masks are no longer required indoors for vaccinated individuals, but are recommended. Masks are required for unvaccinated individuals. The Lobero staff and ushers have all been fully vaccinated. Adults must show photo ID.

Click here for more Covid health and safety guidelines for the Lobero Theatre.

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Jazz 1920 – Joshua Redman Quartet

by Genevieve Rhiger
August 23, 2019

One of the most esteemed and charismatic artists of our time, the ceaselessly innovative saxophonist Joshua Redman has become a legend in his own right. In The Joshua Redman Quartet, Redman evokes a sound that can be challenging, provocative, and forward-looking, but also hard-swinging, melodic, and soulful music with a joyous and celebratory spirit. From McCoy Tyner to Brad Mehldau, The Bad Plus, and Brooklyn Rider, Redman has collaborated with a diverse and prestigious list of musicians during his career, all the while emerging as a modern jazz icon.

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