Eureka Day
by Jonathan Spector
Directed by Amy Resnick
October 15 – November 16, 2025
2025 Tony Award Winner
NY Times Critic’s Pick
Sacramento Premiere

The Eureka Day School in Berkeley, California, is a bastion of progressive ideals: representation, acceptance, social justice. In weekly meetings Eureka Day’s five board members develop and update policy to preserve this culture of inclusivity, reaching decisions only by consensus. But when a mumps outbreak threatens the Eureka community, facts become subjective and every solution divisive, leaving the school’s leadership to confront the central question of our time: How do you build consensus when no one can agree on truth?
“Critic’s Pick! Jonathan Spector’s lively portrait of a debate over mandatory vaccinations is the perfect play for our age of disagreement.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES

PERFORMANCE LENGTH: 1 Hour, 40 Minutes, with 1 Intermission

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Two-day metal festival in Sacramento, California.

SATURDAY:
Sadistic Intent
Witch Vomit
Horns & Hooves
Abhorrency
Primitive Warfare
Caveman Cult
Plague Bearer
Civerous
Pig’s Blood
Vaulderie

SUNDAY:
Antichrist Siege Machine
Abymsal Lord
Stress Angel
Ebony Pendant
Lucifixion
Void Ceremony
Funeral Chant
Warp Chamber
Embodied Torment
Deiphage

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2024 New Comedies Festival Winner! By Tate Hanyok

A tail-wagging comedy! Just when Liz thinks her life can't get any more chaotic, the universe hands her the one thing she definitely doesn't want – an adorable, unshakeable, absolutely-determined-to-love-her dog! This heartwarming comedy about an unlikely friendship between a reluctant human and her persistent pup will leave you begging for more treats...er, laughs!

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Get ready to play, laugh, and think on your feet!

Jump into six Tuesdays of pure improv fun with Jessilee Windhaus! Through hilarious theatre games and storytelling adventures, you’ll unlock your creativity, boost confidence, and find joy in the unexpected. No scripts, no pressure—just laughter, imagination, and a community ready to play.

November 11 – December 16

Spots are limited—claim yours and step into the spotlight!

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Securely ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach unite deep roots in Highland and Island tradition with the innovative musical ferment of their Glasgow base. They have released six increasingly acclaimed albums, whilst fueling their creative appetites in collaborations with indigenous Australasian artists Moana & The Tribe and The Black Arm Band, Quebec’s Le Vent du Nord, video game composer Big Giant Circles and as artists-in-residence at the 2019 Celtic Colours festival with Cape Bretoners, Beolach. 2020 saw the introduction of the supremely talented, multi-instrumentalist Conal McDonagh to the band which coincided with the production and release of Dùsgadh, a newly commissioned short film with an original score in collaboration with BAFTA Award-winning animator Cat Bruce.

Their 17-year adventure has included live performances from Sydney Opera House to Central Park, NY. They have racked up an impressive array of accolades including five Scots Trad Music Awards, nominations as "Best Group" at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and "European Album of the Year" at The Songlines Music Awards.

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Open Mic stand-up comedy show is part of our up-and-coming talent night series. You see comedians that are new to performing, some seasoned veterans, and every level in between. Any comedian, regardless of skill, can perform. It’s exciting! It’s raw! It’s hilarious, AND sometimes not-so-hilarious, stand-up comedy.

The best parts of our Open Mic is that you can see comedians getting out there and trying new material and perfecting their jokes and you will be able to say, "I saw them when..."

Open Mic is held every Tuesday Night!

PERFORMERS: Prior to attending, please read the Performer Information and Guidelines section found HERE. Signups are at 7:30 pm, in front of the theater. The Open Mic host will meet you there. No additional signups will be taken once the show begins.

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“An exciting, emotional guitarist and a strong, evocative songwriter...One of modern blues’ greatest performers.” – Vintage Guitar

“A legend of American blues music...An American music treasure...Ellis delivers a sermon on the power and glory of the blues.” – Premier Guitar

“Powerful, spine-tingling guitar and gritty, soulful vocals.” – Relix

Tinsley Ellis has brought his music to fans live in person to all 50 United States, as well as in Canada, across Europe, Australia and South America. He’s earned the love and respect of many of his fellow musicians, having shared stages with Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, The Allman Brothers, Warren Haynes, Oliver Wood, Buddy Guy, the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Gov’t Mule, Widespread Panic, and more. Over the years, legends including Otis Rush, James Cotton, Gregg Allman, Jimmy Buffett, Son Seals, Koko Taylor and Albert Collins invited Ellis to join them on stage. Mega-star guitarist Joe Bonamassa calls Ellis “a national treasure.”

Now, with his latest album Naked Truth, Ellis will bring his music directly to his fans. “Two guitars and a car,” he says of the simplicity of his North American touring situation. “When folks come to see me, I’ll have the guitars I used on the record with me, so what fans hear on the album is what they’ll get live. It’s not easy. Now I’m the whole band and there’s nowhere to hide. It’s scary every single time I go up on stage alone. But nothing could be more honest.”

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Each Helix Night features four of five improv teams creating comedy scenes, off the top of their heads, inspired by cast members’ true stories from their past. These hilarious and smart performances start with a single suggestion from you, the audience!

You will see new comedians, some seasoned veterans, and everything in between. All of the performers have taken the Comedy Spot’s core classes (Improv 101-301), auditioned, and now have an opportunity to continue their training through regular rehearsals and performances.

Each team performs a long-form (scene-based) improv structure (form) named the Helix. Helix performers create high-paced, high-energy, two-person scenes inspired by the unusual parts of cast members’ true stories. Characters, themes, and stories continually spiral in and out of the show until they reach a climactic ending. The Helix is an original improv form developed by Sacramento Comedy Spot.

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Step into a night of music where tradition meets innovation with The Anthony Coleman II Quintet.
This electrifying concert celebrates trumpet legends Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, and Roy Hargrove through timeless songs they made famous, while also featuring Anthony’s own original compositions that honor their legacies and embrace the rhythms of today, including modern influences like hip hop. Expect soulful grooves, fiery improvisation, and a guided journey through the trumpet’s voice in jazz — past, present, and future.

Anthony Coleman II keeps his feet on the ground and his horn in the sky. His respect for jazz tradition earned him a spot in the inaugural class of the Brubeck Institute of Jazz, studying under greats like Christian McBride, while his versatility as a modern artist has led him to share stages and studios with stars including Ludacris, Joss Stone, and Raphael Saadiq. A graduate of the New School for Jazz & Contemporary Music, Coleman now leads multiple ensembles and is a sought-after educator in both New York and the Bay Area. With both academic rigor and real-world fire, Coleman stands as one of the new vanguards of jazz, fiercely pushing the music forward without losing sight of its roots. Don’t miss this rare chance to experience his quintet live!

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Built to Spill was formed in 1993 by Doug Martsch and over the years they have toured extensively and made several albums with a rotating cast of musicians, currently featuring Teresa Esguerra (Prism Bitch) on drums, and Melanie Radford (Blood Lemon) on bass.

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For ASTN, being an artist is all about the journey. Always finding inspiration in both the creative process and his connection with fans, the Los Angeles based singer-songwriter and producer is steadfast on maintaining integrity in his work – while staying hungry in his pursuit of surpassing an already impressive list of achievements. Coming off the heels of a US headline tour in the Fall of 2024, the successful release of three EP’s over the last year, supporting Thuy on her ‘Wings’ tour, and a viral moment around his collaboration with Amelia Moore (“next door”) – ASTN is still just heating up. Now working on finishing his debut album and heading out for a bigger headline tour in the US this November, it’s clear that there are no signs of ASTN slowing down anytime soon.

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Trash Movie Improv is a fast-paced show where a team of quick-witted improvisers takes on take on clips from delightfully bad movies. After watching a brief snippet, the clip is paused, and the improvisers spring into action, spontaneously crafting new scenes, characters, and twists inspired by the absurdity of the movie moment. It's a rollercoaster of creativity, laughs, and unexpected antics — all built on the foundation of so-bad-it's-good cinema! The show has been featured on Good Day Sacramento, and has been part of the book 100 Things to Do in Sacramento Before You Die. 

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Join us, intrepid adventurers, for Sharks Barksley: a short form improv show where our performers embark on an unpredictable, dice-fueled adventure with a BITE! If you're looking for a hilarious new improv comedy show, fun date night activity, or just fun things to do in Sacramento on a Saturday night, come join us!

About the show: While the route is set, what lies ahead is shrouded in mystery. Each stop on their journey features a different category of short form improv game, determined randomly by the roll of our giant dice and our treasure map. Everything is made up on the spot, and none of us knows what game we’ll play next! If you love Whose Line Is It Anyway?, you definitely won’t want to miss this.

For questions, please reach out to jessilee@windhausimprov.com

For more information on Sharks Barksley, visit hausofcomedy.com/sharksbarksley

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Inspired by the Game Show Network show "Baggage", this dating game show exposes the scandalous baggage of popular figures before jumping on a first date. Is Spider-Man still living with his great-aunt a problem, or is Hoover Dam being a workaholic a deal breaker? Find out at Bizarro Baggage!

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Share a meal with the community and chosen family!

Chosen Family Feast is held to offer a space where people can gather and get a free meal in a safe, affirming, and judgement-free environment. The holidays can be tough, especially this year, and moments like the Chosen Family Feast reminds you that you're not alone.

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Every month, In a Nutshell invites four experienced storytellers from all walks of life to tell a true story LIVE based on intriguing, off-the-beaten-path theme prompts designed to challenge the storytellers to dig deeper and engage audiences with their heads, hearts, and everything in between. At In a Nutshell, audiences can count on a riveting evening of storytelling from experienced storytellers with a diversity of lives-lived.

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