I fully admit that I have 100% bias in reviewing this show…read more Because I'm involved. I've been involved since a few weeks after the beginning. So take it with a grain of salt. The Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler has been running at the Geery Theatre for 3 years. In a combination of small-theatre, good show and good performance, this makes for some record-breaking: this production is the longest running production in the nation. How is that for a feather in Sacramento's cap? The show is peformed by 3 women who share "group moments" together and each have 3 monologues. The stage is set with rich red panels and a single chair and stool, one where the actor sits and the other, where she addresses Eve. The show has been running so long that there's a few casts that perform in rotation, but both casts are strong, and they do the material justice. The show runs Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $14.50 general, $17.50 reserved (you can choose your seats) and special prices of $12.50 for students, seniors, SARTA, SAG members. I hear tell that the production might finally come to an end, so be sure to come see the show before it closes, cause you'll know you'll regret it!

Like the reviewer below, I'm biased as well, because my girlfriend is in this show. But consider…read morethis as a testament to its quality: It's the longest-running production of the show in the country, and the cast is going to be performing in San Francisco in the near future, which I am told is a first for a Sacramento-based play. The Vagina Monologue, as the name suggests, compromises several monlogues featuring women talking about their "down-theres." (That's how one of the characters in the production, an older woman, refers to her vagina.) The monologues are diverse and entertaining. Some are laugh-out-loud funny (featuring, for example, a series of hilarious faux orgasms right there on stage); some are really poignant and touching. Importantly, this isn't simply a chick-flick -- er, play. While I expect women will be able to relate more to what's being said -- though they'll likely come away with new perspectives as well -- guys certainly will leave with some enlightenment about women and their monkeyboxes (another term used in the play). The play closes soon, unfortunately, but shows take place Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and surely you have one of those nights free, right? So seriously: Check out the show and have a great time while supporting a local performance.

Cool event to do, for $40 we had unlimited whiskey and wine tastings...some ok food... Cool venue…read more. Nice weather ... Good location ... We had plenty of whiskey.. Didn't do much of wine... def. A good way to start the night in downtown sac.! but yeah...lines were kinda slow.. If only they moved a little faster. The punch card limited people to 4 tastings per hour..

My first 5 star review! I found tickets to watch their musical "Peter Pun" on Dealsaver for half…read moreprice. We paid $18 for two tickets. The theater seats 115 people; it's small, intimate, and the cast got the audience involved in the play. Some of the cast members played multiple characters (very well, I might add) AND they were the crew members! There are less than 10 people in their entire cast and crew. They did a wonderful job; they're an extremely talented bunch. Snacks and beverages are sold before the show and during intermission. There is a bar upstairs. They also gave everyone a complimentary small bag of popcorn. Well-executed show! We will definitely be going to their next show. For those who have kids, this show "Peter Pun" in particular wasn't exactly rated G, more like PG-13, like Shrek 2.

Vegans, Vegetarians and all Veg Heads united at this celebration of veg friendly foods and healthy…read moreliving! This year's VegFest was held at the new Red Lion (formerly Radisson) in a few opened banquet rooms across from the beautiful water, including water fountain. The outdoor seating patio was a lovely place to sit out with a tasty vegan bite and enjoy the wonderful summer Sacramento temperatures! Overall, this years VegFest was good. There were several vendors on site from booths with offers for free meditation classes and toiletries to baked goods and fresh fruit. I won't list all the vendors here, but I did attach a picture for your viewing pleasure. Here were my favorites: Kombucha Kulture - If you have never had kombucha, you're missing out! They had some great flavors at this event, I especially enjoyed the turmeric. What a clever idea! Nacheez - This ish tasted like REAL NACHO CHEESE! Granted, it has been years since I've tasted actual nacho cheese, but this stuff was good! So good, I signed up for the cheese making classes! Two Moms Catering - No Oink Chipotle Slider. I don't think I need to say anything else. Kitchen Witch Gourmet - Love Tea #3... sweet, spicy and smooth. Writing this review reminds me that I need to order some. doTERRA - Essential oils I was never really familiar with. This couple explained the idea of how oils found in nature can be used as healing devices. Unfortunately, they were at a veg head convention, so they had a hard time finding folks with health issues. However, I did try their stress oil and felt pretty relaxed afterwards. There were several speakers on stage. Unfortunately, I missed the ever radiant and jovial Chef Brooke from The Green Boheme, but I was able to sit in on Ed Bauer's lecture. Professional trainer and body builder who has been vegan for 18 years. Very insightful stuff. Overall, this was another great VegFest on the books. I would have liked to see a few more samples, but all in all, this was a great event and I am looking forward to next year!

3-day event (Nov 24-26, 2023) held at the Scottish Rite Center. We visited on Day 1 around Noon…read more Tickets could be purchased online or at the door for $10 per person for all 3 days. Pros: Free parking and 4 rooms of artisan vendors, some of whom had fantastic pieces for sale. Con: Only 2 people selling tickets at a table while several others were simply walking around to hand patrons a "scavenger" list for prize drawings but more so in order to get your contact info and receive free advertising. That long, slow line to enter the event was a high price to pay to get the Crocker Art Museum Member discount of $9 per person. Why not offer the same discount for online ticket purchasers? The line to enter the event for online ticket purchasers went quickly - because nobody was verifying. Con: Given the huge number of attendees, there was simply not enough event space for the patrons to walk through the aisles... much less all of the children strollers. One rude parent with a stroller had the audacity to make honking sounds - as if they had more right to move through the sea of attendees than others. It's hard to believe this event is in its 17th year. I'm guessing that many of the staff are volunteers - which might explain the apparent lack of concern on the flow of the crowd. I will be sticking to art and craft events at venues like Cal Expo where there is a much larger space, a lot more vendors, and many more workers. 5 star for the vendors. 1 star for how the event is run at this venue.

Way too small of a space for the size of event this has become. I've gone many years but 2025 is my…read morelast. Literally could not even move down most of the isles. How can you enjoy vendors when you can't get to them. Add to that kids and folks using walkers and it was impossible. I have always loved this event but seriously it needs to move.

Went there to see my grandchild perform at the SH Performance Art Center. The auditorium was large…read moreBUT it was definitely NOT handicap accessible making it very difficult for many elders relegated to the very back with difficulty seeing the performers and sound.

Awesome jobs on the capital section honor bands. Look forward to this all year!read more

If you haven't attended a Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera show recently, you are really missing…read moreout. Whether attending a symphony performance, Opera, or one of their family friendly shows like the Harry Potter collaboration, you won't be disappointed. The musicians and singers are incredibly talented and we are truly so lucky to have this professional performing arts group in Sacramento performing at the local Safe performing arts center!

Since my first review for the John Williams tribute concert, I also attended their Star Wars…read moreConcert in 2019 and most recently the Superhero Soundtrack Concert on 06/04/2022, each time conducted by maestro/M.C. Stuart Chafetz, who is quite a character/personality! I do tend toward the Pops Series rather than classical, operas, or ballets. The Superhero Soundtrack Concert featured musical selections from Marvel Avengers, Superman/Man of Steel, Spider-Man, Batman, Wonder Woman, Fantastic Four, The Incredibles, Supergirl, X-Men: The Last Stand, but also some broader heroic themes such as The Rocketeer, Robin Hood, The Lone Ranger, and Wagner's Flight of the Valkyries. All the great composers represented -- John Williams, Danny Elfman, Hans Zimmer, James Horner, Michael Giacchino! It would have been neat if they included both the older themes too like from the X-Men cartoon, Wonder Woman TV show, Spider-Man theme with lyrics, even just snippets. Tickets started at $25 and we got seats in the rear Orchestra level. Since this was the orchestra it was more of a "listening" experience than "watching" since they didn't do screen projections of imagery from each show/film but you still had a good view of the stage layout and each orchestral section. Please bring more Pops themes! I am a fan of all of these composers, but also have been to concerts featuring music from video games Final Fantasy, or Legend of Zelda. Maybe next music from, say, Lord of the Rings or Game of Thrones? It's great to have our own local Philharmonic Symphony Orchestra.

I've been attending Broadway Sacramento (formerly known as Broadway Series) musicals here for the…read morepast decade, as well as the Music Circus. Basically these are the national/domestic/U.S. touring companies -- so not truly "community" theater as the venue name might suggest. My first show at CCT was Les Miserables, actually. In the Heights, West Side Story, Wicked, Avenue Q, Starlight Express, Mamma Mia!, Chicago, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Jersey Boys, Phantom of the Opera, Rent, and Spring Awakening...One of my favorite non-musical shows I've seen here was Kristen Chenoweth in concert (the original Glinda from Wicked, and Pushing Daisies, GCB, etc.). So awesome. ...anyway, I've sat in all the different seats: orchestra near the front, rear orchestra, balcony front row, balcony boxes, and second grand tier. If you can, splurge on seats in the orchestra level (middle to front) for the best acoustics and views. The rear orchestra is fine if you care more for listening to the show or focusing on the bigger picture/staging than seeing the particular actor's faces so much. The balconies aren't stacked on top of the orchestra as far forward as in other theaters, but the box seats are roomier for sure. Be aware that the front row of the balconies does have a bar/railing to help people walk across, but can hinder the view of the stage once you're actually sitting down. The staff is pretty friendly and helpful with finding seating, will call tickets aren't a problem, and tickets by phone are easy too. For all the ladies out there, here's a tip. Instead of waiting forever in the lines for women's restrooms inside the Community Center Theater, make sure to bring your show ticket with you, exit the rear of the building and use the bathrooms at the adjacent Sacramento Convention Center Complex. Parking-wise, I usually use the Capitol Garage at 10th and L Streets and it never exceeds $5. I really wish that they had a marquee at the entrance to the theater along L Street instead of just in front of the Convention Center along J Street. They've improvised with banners across the building, or the parking the tour busses/bigrig trucks in front of the theater, with a few posters in the glass display cases in the lobby. The newer format of the seasons (fewer shows, shorter runs) isn't ideal, and there have been a few technical difficulties (mics and set pieces) but I am still a faithful patron. Sacramento has a "little sister" stigma because what city can measure up to San Francisco? SF is an amazing (and amazingly expensive) place, and as a Sacramento resident and theatergoer, sure SF shows are great too (you know you're in a pricey seat when the teeny old theaters have renovation fees included in the price and legroom is on par with coach airline rows, and the balconies already cost $50 minimum) but only once in awhile for my wallet/budget's sake. Go see a show at the Community Center Theater, at least once. 2013-2014's lineup (November-June) includes Priscilla, Buddy, Flashdance, Blue Man Group, Sister Act, and Wicked.

This was my first year being a season holder to 5 great musicals and looking forward to the next 5…read more The musicals are a great way to enjoy with family and the performances are GRAND! Arrive early to find parking on the street or garage parking like 17&L $2 after 6apm. They sell beverages and specialty musical theme drinks , snacks and musical souvenirs. My favorite shows I've seen was RENT & Les Miserables