The El Campanil Theatre has plenty of upcoming entertainment in Antioch beginning this weekend and through the remainder of March. Below we have provided their upcoming schedule.
Almost Elton John
Remember When Rock Was Young
Saturday March 15, 2014 8:00 pm
“Craig A. Meyer is one of the most talented people I have ever worked with. He can do anything!” – Barry Manilow
Almost Elton John stars multi-talented singer and pianist Craig A Meyer whose credits include appearances in Film, Television, even Broadway!
In music, Meyer has toured internationally and recorded with music legends Barry Manilow and Frankie Valli, and has headlined for Princess Cruises around the world.
Throughout Meyer’s busy career, he was repeatedly approached about his striking resemblance to Elton John and his uncanny ability to sound like the rock and roll legend. Meyer was eventually persuaded to expand his repertoire and began impersonating Sir Elton John.
Today, Meyer is known to be one of the best Elton John Tribute acts in the industry. His strong vocals, looks and amazing talent on the piano has every audience remembering when rock was young. Meyer performs in the US and overseas in casino showrooms, theatres, corporate events and special events.
This isn’t just nostalgia! It’s today! It’s fresh! it’s LIVE ON STAGE!
United States Air Force Commanders Jazz Ensemble
Sunday March 16, 2014 3:00 pm
Tickets: FREE CONCERT
Tickets are required for anyone wishing to attend.
Up to 4 tickets may be obtained online. If you need more, please call the ticket office: (925) 757-9500
The Commanders, a newly-revived ensemble coming from the US Air Force Band of the Golden West, carries on the American musical tradition of the great big bands, yet offers a lot more than the big band sounds. This energetic group of highly-trained professional musicians, formed from 18 Airmen, delivers the full gamut of jazz music – traditional jazz, cool, bop, swing, Broadway favorites, and patriotic music. The Commanders offers an entertaining show you won’t soon forget!
A typical evening with The Commanders might include favorites from Glenn Miller, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, Count Basie, and Dizzy Gillespie to the sounds of today’s modern jazz groups delivered by the group’s enchantingly talented vocalist. Their renditions of hot jazz feature rousing improvised solos from every instrument in the group. This is an ensemble capable of delivering a truly unique combination of entertainment.
In addition to enjoyable community concerts and jazz festivals, the group visits colleges and schools throughout the region, inspiring future generations of musicians and connecting with youth.
The Commanders are ready to charge you up with a fun-filled event that will satisfy every musical taste!
San Francisco Opera Education Presents The Magic Flute For Families – The Movie !
Saturday March 22, 2014 11:00 am
FREE SCREENING
Tickets are required for anyone wishing to attend.
Up to 4 tickets may be obtained online. If you need more, please call the ticket office: (925) 757-9500
For ages 6 and above.
Bring your family on a magical journey with this 60-minute version of Mozart’s famous opera, perfect for all ages. The Magic Flute is the charming story of Prince Tamino and bird catcher Papageno’s journey to rescue Pamina, a beautiful princess who has been kidnapped by the magician Sarastro. Along the way they find their true loves and discover the virtues of wisdom and forgiveness. This production was presented for families at San Francisco Opera in 2007 and is in English. A 15-minute live introduction will precede the screening.
The Opera in an Hour Series is produced by the San Francisco Opera Education Department for Bay Area School and Community Programs. For educational resources on The Magic Flute, visit www.sfopera.com/fluteresources. Photo by Terrence McCarthy/San Francisco Opera.
Top Shelf: Motown and More
Saturday March 22, 2014 8:00 pm
Tickets: Adults: $27
Seniors (62 & Over): $25
Youth (Ages 7 – 17): Free With Paid Adult or Senior
Tribute to MOTOWN…and More! features the songs of Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, The Four Tops, Smokey Robinson, The Supremes, and more with the popular musical group, TOP SHELF.
TOP SHELF has become a cornerstone of Bay Area entertainment with shows ranging from their TOP SHELF CLASSICS Cabaret Shows to full theatrical productions including MOTOWN MADNESS and LEGENDARY LADIES. Their performers include Platinum and Award winning artists, and audiences are drawn in to their high energy, interactive shows and are left touched by soul-stirring, passionate performances. This show is filled with songs and highlights from the MOTOWN era, sure to be a memorable experience.
Social Security Presented By The Vagabond Players
Saturday March 29, 2014 8:00 pm
Sunday March 30, 2014 2:00 pm
Written by one of Hollywood’s top comedy screenwriters and directed by the great Mike Nichols, this hilarious Broadway comedy starred Marlo Thomas and Ron Silver as a married couple who are art dealers. Their domestic tranquility is shattered upon the arrival of the wife’s goody goody nerd of a sister, her uptight CPA husband, and her archetypal Jewish Mother. They are there to try to save their college student daughter from the horrors of living only for sex. The comic sparks really begin to fly when the mother hits it off with the elderly minimalist artist who is the art dealer’s best client!
“Just when you were beginning to think you were never going to laugh again on Broadway, along comes Social Security and you realize that it is once more safe to giggle in the streets. Indeed, you can laugh out loud, joyfully, with, as it were, social security, for the play is a hoot, and better yet, a sophisticated, even civilized hoot. ” – The New York Post Social Security was originally produced on Broadway by David Geffen and the Schubert Organization at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre in New York City on April 17, 1986. It was directed by Mike Nichols.
To buy tickets for any of the events, visit http://www.elcampaniltheatre.com/coming-attractions-buy-tickets.html
