WORKING FOR CRUMBS by Kate Danley

Winner of the 2024 New Comedies Festival!

Grace and Amy, two outrageous admins, are living for the crumbs of their soul-sucking jobs. But when calamity strikes with their boss, it sets off a domino effect of destruction that brings down the corporate house. A laugh-out-loud romp about survival, ambition, and snacks in the corporate jungle.

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Rhinestone Cowboy is a toe-tappin’ Pride Month hoedown where country classics meet queer joy. The Sacramento Gay Men’s Chorus puts a fabulous twist on Western favorites—celebrating resilience, love, and pride with big harmonies and even bigger rhinestones. Whether you’re a cowboy, cowgirl, or cowthey, this all-ages concert is your ticket to the queerest hoedown in town. Doors open one hour before showtime.

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Hella Black Collective– Unscripted comedy sparked by hood charades.

If you like your comedy quick, bold, and a little too real, Hella Black Collective is the show to see! At the center of HBC is storytelling. It all starts with hood charades, but once the guess is made, that’s just the beginning. The guess sparks real stories, lived experiences, and cultural moments… and those stories become the inspiration for fully improvised scenes. So what you’re watching isn’t just a game, it’s the truth behind it, brought to life in real time.

This is improv on our terms. Pull up. Laugh loud. Tell somebody after.

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America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Sacramento on 19 June 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy.

If you can’t get enough of ABBA, this is THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based dance party spinning all your favorite ABBA anthems, plus nonstop disco classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Expect hits from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more, the kind of songs that make it impossible to stand still. Come ready to lay all your love on the dance floor, sing at the top of your lungs, and dance like nobody’s watching.

So honey honey, take a chance. Put on your best disco fit, don’t forget your dancing shoes, but leave your worries behind. Whether you’re a lifelong dancing queen or just here for the vibes, your crown awaits. This is the best disco since 1980, sweaty, euphoric, and packed with feel-good energy from start to finish at Harlow's on 19 June 2026.

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The Two Kids That Blow Sh*t Up
by Carla Ching
Directed by Jeffrey Lo
June 24 – July 26, 2026
Sacramento Premiere

Diana and Max meet at 9 years old, the day their parents start having an affair. In the ensuing decades, they see each other through highs and lows, trying not to make the same mistakes their parents did. A play about trying not to fall in love with your best friend so you end up hating them.

“Two Kids… is a bruising, mightily felt, sharply scripted and beautifully acted story of two people who, though their lives have been intertwined for almost 30 years, have yet to figure out what they mean to one another.” – TALKIN’ BROADWAY

TICKETS

FEATURING: Rinabeth Apostol* & Jomar Tagatac*
*Member Actors Equity Association

PERFORMANCE LENGTH: 1 Hour, 30 Minutes, No Intermission

SPONSORED BY: Kathryn E. Doi & CapRadio

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Experience the groove, swagger, and fire of Lee Morgan’s iconic Blue Note album The Sidewinder in a thrilling live re-creation.

Released in 1964, The Sidewinder became one of the most recognizable hard-bop recordings of all time — blending blues, soul, and infectious rhythmic drive into a sound that crossed over to a wide audience while remaining deeply rooted in jazz tradition. From the instantly recognizable title track to the album’s high-energy swing and blues-drenched improvisations, this concert captures the spirit that made the record a classic.

Led by UOP lecturer and bassist

Dr. Andrew Mell, the ensemble features an all-star lineup:
Joe Mazzaferro – trumpet
Jacam Manricks – tenor saxophone
Joe Gilman – piano
Tim Metz – drums

Together, this powerhouse group channels the hard-bop energy, soulful swing, and tight-knit interplay that defined Morgan’s sound. Expect bold trumpet lines, driving grooves, blues-infused solos, and the kind of electrifying ensemble chemistry that made The Sidewinder a landmark in modern jazz.

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Calling all Musical Theatre nerds, drama geeks, actors, actresses, theatre lovers, and more! Welcome to Broadway Rave, a Broadway Dance Party celebrating the best in show-tunes and musical theatre. Come sing along to all of your favorite Broadway hits while dressed up as your favorite character. We’ll have surprise guests from some of your favorite Broadway stars! Live out your Broadway fantasies at Broadway Rave — the most POPULAR Broadway Dance party around.

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Get ready to turn up the nostalgia and sing your heart out! Synthpop sweethearts Shannon Curtis and Jamie Hill return to The Sofia with 80s kids 2 — the second installment of their nationally touring hit side project 80s kids.

80s kids 2 — lovingly referred to by those in the know as "80s kids 2: The Empire Strikes Back" — is a high-octane joyride through the best of 1980s synthpop — tied together with funny, moving stories about growing up in the 80s.

From the electrifying beats of Pet Shop Boys and New Order to the heart-on-the-sleeve melodies of OMD and Erasure, this show is a love letter to the decade of iconic anthems and underdog heroes.

This dynamic concert-style theater show features all-time favorites from Thompson Twins, Soft Cell, Alphaville, Naked Eyes, The Human League, and many more — delivered in a wildly fun and interactive performance that feels like you’re experiencing them live for the first time.

With awesome, authentic sound, amazing immersive video art, killer merch, inclusive energy, and magnetic, joyful stage presence, this hit show is an experience that you don’t want to miss. Get your tickets today!

* Freebies at the merch table for people wearing 80s fashion!

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It's Pride Month, and The Darling Clementines are bringing a dazzling celebration of queer joy, creativity, and community to the stage!

Join Sacramento's premier all-queer burlesque collective for an unforgettable evening featuring sensational burlesque, jaw-dropping drag, mesmerizing circus artistry, and plenty of laughter along the way. Featuring an all-star cast of professional performers from Sacramento, Bay Area, and special guests from Las Vegas! This show is packed with talent, glamour, and unapologetic self-expression.

The Darling Clementines have spent nearly two decades creating spaces where queers, femmes, thems, and allies can gather, celebrate, and feel truly welcome. Our shows are built on a foundation of consent, inclusion, and community care, making this more than just a night out, it's an experience where you can show up exactly as you are.

In honor of Pride Month, we encourage guests to arrive in their most fabulous rainbow, glitter, and sparkle-filled attire. One lucky attendee will take home a special prize for best dressed!

Whether you're a longtime fan or joining us for the first time, prepare for an evening overflowing with queer magic, bold artistry, and the kind of joy that reminds us why Pride matters. With a full kitchen and bar available, it's the perfect excuse to make it dinner and a show.

Come celebrate, connect, and sparkle with us. The stage is set, the glitter is flying, and The Darling Clementines are ready to make this a Pride Month to remember.

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Takes All Kinds: Stories of American Democracy
New Journalistic Theatre by Dan Hoyle
Directed by Aldo Billingslea
Developed with Charlie Varon & Michael Moran
Winner of the 2026 Bay Area Theater Critics Circle Award for Solo Performance
Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 7:00pm

TAKES ALL KINDS is Dan Hoyle’s newest piece of journalistic theater — a funny, urgent, and deeply human portrait of American democracy in turbulent times. Drawing from immersive reporting across the country, Hoyle brings to life the voices of everyday people thrust into extraordinary civic moments: a formerly conservative preacher’s son turned Florida school‑board activist after his daughter comes out; Atlanta voting‑rights canvassers who rekindle hope with stories rooted in the Jim Crow era; a former gang member in Missouri working to deprogram violent extremists; barbershop philosophers in Las Vegas; and many more. With his signature blend of humor, empathy, and razor‑sharp observation, Hoyle channels the real conversations he encountered on the front lines of today’s political and cultural divides. The result is a 75‑minute tour‑de‑force of embodied storytelling — tender, searing, and unmistakably American.

TICKETS

“A master of his craft…stunning…something almost supernatural transpires.” — San Francisco Chronicle

“Mr. Hoyle is both a first-rate actor and journalist.” — New York Times

“Hilarious, moving and necessary….Hoyle has an ability to provoke belly laughs while bringing the audience so deeply into his own world.” — Salon

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On July 2nd, internationally acclaimed Cuban pianist and composer Elio Villafranca brings an unforgettable evening of Latin jazz to Sacramento as part of a special Northern California tour. A Grammy-nominated artist, Guggenheim Fellowship recipient, and Steinway Artist, Villafranca is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential voices in contemporary jazz. His remarkable career includes performances and collaborations with legends such as Chick Corea, Wynton Marsalis, Paquito D'Rivera, Joe Lovano, and Cécile McLorin Salvant. He was also the recipient of Jazz at Lincoln Center’s inaugural Millennium Swing Award, recognizing his visionary contributions to jazz and Afro-Caribbean music.

This special performance will showcase music that honors both Elio’s deep Cuban musical traditions and his virtuosic New York jazz piano style—an exciting blend of Afro-Caribbean rhythm, modern jazz language, and fearless improvisation. Villafranca will be joined by saxophonist and woodwind artist Jacam Manricks. Manricks and Villafranca collaborated extensively during Manricks’ 14-year tenure in New York, performing together at numerous venues including Jazz at Lincoln Center.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear one of the truly innovative and influential voices in Latin jazz—and in contemporary music as a whole—for this one-night-only performance.

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Icarus is headed to Cali on the Wild West Tour with Witch Bitch!! Looking forward to a rager in Sac!! $10 at the door.

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Join host Zach Sherwin for an exclusive pre-show hang that’s jam-packed with fun, wordplay, and Crossword Show content you won't see anywhere else. This intimate gathering will feature bonus quizzes and puzzles, exclusive material that won't be included in the evening's show, a Q&A, and an opportunity to take photos, plus a hard copy of a souvenir crossword that’s custom-made for this special event!

ZACH SHERWIN is a Los Angeles-based comedian. His writing for the web series Epic Rap Battles of History has received numerous Streamy Awards and Emmy nominations, and the Epic Rap Battles in which he’s co-starred have amassed over half a billion YouTube views and an RIAA-certified Gold record. His own YouTube videos have been viewed many millions of times, and his other writing credits include Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (The CW) and MAD Magazine. As a performer, Zach has appeared on shows ranging from Totally Biased with W. Kamau Bell (FX) to America’s Got Talent (NBC), and he has also worked extensively as a TV audience warm-up comic, including at the last three years of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. In 2025, he published his second crossword puzzle in The New York Times.

PAST GUESTS have included: Aparna Nancherla, Arden Myrin, Atsuko Okatsuka, Baron Vaughn, Beth Stelling, Gary Gulman, Irene Tu, Janelle James, Kyle Kinane, Lauren Lapkus, Lisa Loeb, Matt Walsh, Mayim Bialik, Moshe Kasher, Pete Holmes, Rachel Bloom, Scott Thompson, Solomon Georgio and many more! For the B Street edition of The Crossword Show, we've roped in our resident word nerds (and 2/3 of the hilarious Maximum Occupancy improv troupe) Core Acting Company Members Stephanie Altholz & Tara Sissom!

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ARTHOUSE Gallery is proud to present the art exhibition “It Begins With Color” at ARTHOUSE Gallery in historical Sacramento, July 11, 2026 – August 2, 2026.

The artwork of Gay Jegers will be featured in the exhibit, “It Begins With Color” at ARTHOUSE Gallery, 1021 R. Street in Sacramento, from July 11, 2026 – August 2, 2026. The opening reception is Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 5:00PM – 8:00PM with a short Artist Talk at 6:00PM.

Gay Jegers is a self-taught mixed media artist based in Auburn, California. Her work centers on evocative, intuitive expression and invites viewers to experience not a defined “thing,” but the energy of the paints and materials themselves. For Jegers, the process feels like a call and response. Her inner-self sends out emotions and sensations, and her artist-self answers by translating them into color, texture, and movement.

“I create art to play, to wonder, and to experiment. And I create art to connect, first to my own emotions and unconscious, and then outward to those who experience my work. My hope is that something resonates beyond the surface in a way that feels personal and alive. Our lives are our art, and I express mine through what I create.”

  -Gay Jegers

In addition to the exhibit, the ARTHOUSE on R’s resident artists will open their studios for Saturday Open Studios Day, July 11, 2026 in the historical R. Street Corridor.

To learn more about Gay Jegers, please visit: www.gayjegersart.com   www.instagram.com/gayjegersart

For more information about ARTHOUSE please visit:

www.arthouseonr.com   www.facebook.com/arthouseonr   www.instagram.com/arthouseonr

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Michael “Big Mike” Hart Jr , a renowned guitarist, is known and celebrated for his powerful stage performance, unique musical style, exceptional songwriting skills, and production expertise. Originating from Sacramento, California, Big Mike was immersed in the city's rich musical heritage at the young age of two. Coming from a musical lineage, Big Mike was surrounded by influential musicians in his family, from his Father and Uncle Jimi, to mentors Joe “Prodigal” Archie and Derek “DOA” Allen, all contributed to fueling his passion and honing his craft. Influenced by funk, jazz, country, gospel, and soul, he developed a distinctive sound that resonates deeply with audiences.

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Every musician is responsible for learning everything about the art form that came before, and advancing it into the next generation. Henry Robinett has catapulted jazz guitar a few generations forward.

While there is some discussion whether the guitar was invented “by” Henry Robinett, hearing him play leaves no doubt that it was invented “for him.” He breathes, the strings sing. He strums, and a symphony of strings ring heavenly hallelujahs, where does he hide all those extra fingers? This concert will be a culmination of his complete body of work. With original collaborator Dr. Joe Gilman on keyboards, all the original tunes will ring familiar, but with a fresh flavor added by Ben Kopf on stand up and electric bass, Cameron Womack on drums and Jacám Manricks on sax.

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Dive into a musical time machine with The Dreamboats as they bring back the magic of classic, original rock 'n' roll! Infusing the timeless sounds of the 50s & 60s with a fresh, contemporary energy, this Canadian quartet promises an evening of non-stop dancing, nostalgic melodies, and electrifying entertainment. From the spirited rhythms of Chuck Berry to the infectious charm of The Wonders, The Dreamboats offer a revival of the golden age of rock and roll that will have you falling in love with these classic tunes all over again. Experience the heartthrob appeal and electric energy reminiscent of icons like Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Buddy Holly and more, brought to life by these charismatic performers.

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Dinorah Entertainment proudly presents a captivating concert celebrating the talent, beauty, and rich traditions of Mariachi and Latin American music—featuring some of the most talented all-female bands in Sacramento, CA.
Opening the evening, Raíces Group will take the stage with vibrant rhythms and the enchanting sounds of South America, showcasing the depth and diversity of Latin American music. Following their performance, Mariachi Bonitas de Dinorah will deliver a breathtaking presentation of traditional Mexican mariachi music, filled with passion and artistry.
Experience the power and elegance of these exceptional female musicians in an unforgettable evening that brings together the beloved sounds of Mexico and Latin America.

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A.P.E.X presents another great ONE NIGHT ONLY with jazz superstars JULIAN VAUGHN and PAULA ATHERTON. Don't miss the the funky bass playing Julian Vaughn and the sexy sax sounds of Paula Atherton as they light up the stage at The Sofia. You're getting a 2-for-1 experience so get you tickets before they sell out!

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Experiment with a night of laughs with the fatally funny femmes in STEM! As curiously dangerous comediennes, we use our sharpened wits to slay our audiences with knowledge and satisfy your intellectual curiosities!

YOU ask questions and the brilliant, brainy STEM Fatales provide the answers. They are experts on all topics in the universe, so you know you’ll be factually satisfied! Then get ready to laugh as we see those facts in action!

Make a night of it by staying for ACL at 9pm and save $5!

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AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 DAYS by Jules Verne, Adapted by Mark Brown

This classic story is a whirlwind adventure packed with thrills, laughs, and absurdly close calls. Join the unflappable Phileas Fogg and his wildly unpredictable valet, Passepartout, as they race against time—by train, boat, elephant, and more—to win an outrageous bet. From daring escapes to comic mishaps, this globe-trotting romp features a dynamic cast of B Street favorites in a fast-paced, feel-good tale of determination, disaster, and delight!

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