Past Performances
Guests enjoying the The Ragtime Speakeasy event in October
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October
THEATRE
Edgar Allan Poe Site Specific Show
Thursday . October 13 . 7:30 PM .
$10 Non-member . $8 Student/Senior . $5 Member
A foggy evening of mystery set in the Italian Garden. Do not miss out on a night of haunting performances featuring Travis Rhett Wilson and JTL Productions.
Click here to view a video on YouTube.
CABARET
Joe Monti Magic
Thursday . October 20 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Joe Monti is America’s favorite magician. He is featured on TV’s Masters of Illusion and is also the magic producer and senior consultant on A&E’s hit TV show MindFreak starring the #1 magician in the world and Las Vegas headliner, Criss Angel. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
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BONUS FEATURES
The Ragtime Speakeasy
Thursday . October 27 . 7:30 PM . Free with the password
Come around to the side door of The Muck, give the password (Orange Juice!) to the doorkeeper, and join a Roaring 1920′s speakeasy party with beer on tap from Bootleggers Brewery and made in Fullerton (not in a bathtub). Hear the latest and greatest in ragtime entertainment–from stride pianists to Brad Kay and Those Syncopating Songbirds. But if the coppers raid us, hide!
The Ragtime Speakeasy is a glimpse of things to come during the next RagFest in April 2012 at The Muck.
September
SPECIAL EVENT
Guitar Legend Dick Dale’s 50th Anniversary Show
50 Years of Surf Guitar
A collaborative presentation with Fullerton College Foundation
Thursday . September 1 . 7:30PM . $35-$125
Dick Dale, the “King of the Surf Guitar”, will celebrate his 50th anniversary in music with the Fullerton College Orchestra at the Plummer Auditorium. This fundraiser benefits The Muckenthaler Cultural Center Arts Education programs and the Fullerton College Foundation’s scholarship programs. The first Dr. Jim Young Fullerton Arts Legacy Award will also be awarded to Robert Jensen, Dean of Fine Arts, Fullerton College. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
POETRY SALON
John York of The Byrds
Thursday . September 8 . 7:30 PM .
$10 Non-member . $8 Student/Senior . $5 Member
John York, from the legendary ’60s band, The Byrds, will be performing classic songs from the ’60s, along with some of his original songs. Accompanying York will be acclaimed poets in the ’60s theme. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
DANCE
Nouveau Chamber Ballet with Camerata Nova Solisti
Thursday . September 15 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
The Muck presents an evening of live performances by the 14-piece string orchestra, Camerata Nova Solisti, and riveting dance by the Nouveau Chamber Ballet. Choreographers, composers, artists, and designers work together to provide cultural enrichment to the community through regular performances and education in the arts. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
TRADITIONAL JAZZ
Linda Gentille with Monette Velasco
Thursday . September 22 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Pianist and entertainer extraordinaire, Linda Gentille has had the tutelage of Liberace himself. This #1 touring artist in China and on cruise ships is back at The Muck for her fourth year of standing ovations with a special tribute to the great swing standards. She will be joined by former Broadway Vet from Miss Saigon, and Muck favorite, Monette Velasco who will belt out some favorite swing era greats. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
BONUS FEATURES
Fullerton Sings
Thursday . September 29 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
The best of North Orange County’s high school and college-age singers compete in our own American Idol-style contest.Click here to view a video on YouTube.
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August
BONUS FEATURES
Peter Brandon
Thursday . August 4 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
This Fullerton boy’s breakout song “Drive Real Fast”, created waves in the country music world. He was nominated for an LA Music Award for Song of the Year. He holds the record of the fastest sellout concert at The Muck ever! So get your tickets early. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
STORIES
Antonio Sacre
Thursday . August 11 . 7:30 PM .
$10 Non-member . $8 Student/Senior . $5 Member
Antonio draws from an extensive repertoire that includes Spanish myths and legends, as well as amazing tales from his personal journeys through America’s inner-city high schools. This performance may contain mature themes. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
MUCK LUAU
Kutturan Chamoru Luau Show and Dinner
Sponsored by Salon Lujon and Colette’s Catering
Thursday . August 18 . 6:30 PM . $35 ($25 for kids under 12)
Join The Muck in celebrating the Pacific Islands with a special luau dinner and a performance by Kutturan Chamoru Performers (KCP), an authentic Chamoru dance ensemble that represents the indigenous Pacific Islanders of the Northern Marianas Islands. Striving to pass on the stories, legends, and dances of their ancestors to the present and coming generations, KCP has performed all over the world and have sold out at The Muck. The performance will be accompanied by full pig, and Colette’s great luau food. $100 will be given out in prizes for the best hawaiian shirt. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
WORLD MUSIC
Sligo Rags
Thursday . August 25 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Named among the top acoustic bands in LA (by Folkworks magazine), and two-time winners of the OC Music Award forBest Folk Band, this dynamic ensemble presents Celtic folk music with a decidedly bluegrass attitude. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
July
GALLERY
American Nostalgia
Opening Reception: Thursday . July 7 . 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
More than thirty years after his death, iconic American artist Norman Rockwell’s art is still enormously popular. This invitational group exhibition examines the enduring themes represented in the art of Norman Rockwell–patriotism, family and the American ideal–through the works of 40 contemporary artists and illustrators. The exhibit will be on display from July 7 through September 25 with a $5 suggested donation at the door.
THEATRE
Clownzilla with Special Guest, Zoot Velasco
Thursday . July 21 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Clownzilla’s A Love Story follows the zany adventures of two outcast clowns who struggle to find their way in the cruel world of hip, high-status red nose performers. Be prepared to laugh until your sides ache! Come early to see a guest appearance by our own Zoot. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
TRADITIONAL JAZZ
Janet Klein & Her Parlor Boys
Thursday . July 28 . 7:30 PM
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
A living “Betty Boop”, Janet brings the best of the bawdy songs of early jazz to The Muckenthaler outdoor amphitheater. A Muck favorite in her third year here. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
Muckenthaler Leisure League: The Orange County Chapter of Recreational Lawn Sporting
Thursday . July 28 . 5:00 – 7:00 PM . Free
Pack a picnic and lounge with friends while playing bocce ball and croquet! It is suggested that participants dress in white attire or traditional Sunday leisure wear. Lawn chairs and umbrellas are recommended. Guests are not required to participate in tournament play. Come with a team of 2 or join a team to participate in tournament play. Donated prizes from local businesses will be awarded to the winning team as well as best dressed.
Sponsored by All-Star Photobooth, Bootlegger’s Beer, Fullerton Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals, and OC Custom Wine
Good times.
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June
JAZZ FESTIVAL
The Muckenthaler Jazz Festival
Thursdays . May 26–June 30 . $20, $25, $100
Live jazz returns for a sixth season to our beautiful outdoor amphitheater with six performances. Past performances have included a Grammy Award winner and other luminaries. Legendary Lighthouse All-Stars musician and impresario Howard Rumsey said of The Muckenthaler Center’s Jazz Festival, “The sound is perfect, the lights are perfect. I think this may be the best jazz venue of all time!” All programs begin at 7:30 PM. Six Thursdays: May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23 & June 30. Ticket prices are $20 in advance, $25 day of concert, or $100 for the entire series. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
FESTIVAL
Summer Solstice Folk Arts Festival
Sponsored by Living Traditions
Sunday . June 26 . 12 PM . Free
Enjoy a day filled with stage performances by the best world traditional music and dance groups and storytellers in Southern California in our outdoor amphitheatre, along with free art workshops, a kid’s area, an arts & crafts fair, house and gallery tours, a lawn sports tournament, picnicking, and food vendors.
May
DANCE
Ballet Folklorico Cinco De Mayo Concert
Thursday . May 5 . 7:30 PM . $10
Mesmerizing and rich with history, folklorico is composed of ballet steps and musical pieces reflecting various regions and folk music genres of Mexico. An exclusive performance will be held at The Muckenthaler Cultural Center. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
SPECIAL EVENT
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys
Thursday . May 12 . 7:30 PM . $20
Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys will take the stage for a concert fundraiser to warm us up for our car show weekend.
SPECIAL EVENT
Hot Rods & Customs
with special guest The PleasureTones
Saturday . May 14 . 8 AM–2 PM . $5
Kids under 12 are free
Concours d’ Elegance
with special guest Janet Klein and Her Parlor Boys
Sunday . May 15 . 10 AM–4 PM . $10
Kids under 12 are free
The oldest and grandest car show in North Orange County once again hosts Hot Rods & Customs and a Concours d’Elegance over eight acres of lawns. While enjoying the cars, feast on Heroes’ Deli ribs and beer as well as special brews from Bootleggers Beer and wine from OC Custom Wine. There will also be live performances in the outdoor amphitheater on both days. Proceeds benefit our children’s art programs.
CABARET
Kinetic Theory Circus
Thursday . May 19 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
LA Weekly voted them the “Best Place To Express Yourself.” This exciting family circus act is guaranteed to amuse and entertain: Contorting, hand-balancing, acrobatic stunts, clown, mime, dance and much more! Click here to view a video on YouTube.
JAZZ FESTIVAL
The Muckenthaler Jazz Festival
Thursdays . May 26–June 30 . $20, $25, $100
Live jazz returns for a sixth season to our beautiful outdoor amphitheater with six performances. Past performances have included a Grammy Award winner and other luminaries. Legendary Lighthouse All-Stars musician and impresario Howard Rumsey said of The Muckenthaler Center’s Jazz Festival, “The sound is perfect, the lights are perfect. I think this may be the best jazz venue of all time!” All programs begin at 7:30 PM. Six Thursdays: May 26, June 2, June 9, June 16, June 23 & June 30. Ticket prices are $20 in advance, $25 day of concert, or $100 for the entire series. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
April
STORIES
Dave Chittenden
Thursday . April 14 . 7:30 PM
$10 Non-member . $8 Student/Senior . $5 Member
A modern-day Will Rogers, Dave tells humorous adventure stories through his personal experiences. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
THEATRE
I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
Thursday . April 21 . 7:30 PM
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
The Relevant Stage presents an encore performance of this long-running off-Broadway hit that reveals everything you’ve secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives, and in-laws, but were afraid to admit! It is “Seinfeld set to music”, according to the Star-Ledger. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
WORLD MUSIC
Fishtank Ensemble
Thursday . April 28 . 7:30 PM
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Fishtank Ensemble are the leaders in high-energy, toe-tapping, cross-pollinated gypsy music. They bring their unique blend of Romanian, Gypsy jazz, Flamenco, Balkan, Turkish and Tango-influenced music to the world. They were the surprise hit of last year’s Solstice Festival. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
March
Calligraphy Community Gallery Tour
Thursday . March 3 . 7:30 PM . Free
Come join us for a tour of our new gallery exhibit! Artists Tae Sun Hwang and Young Hoon Kim will discuss their calligraphy, currently on view in Brush Strokes 2011: Traditional and Contemporary Calligraphy with Seal Carving Images. They will be joined by Dr. Juliann Wolfgram of UC Irvine and Caltech, who will present an overview of the history and recent developments in calligraphy and brushwork.
POETRY SALON
Heart of ‘Grass
Thursday . March 10 . 7:30 PM
$10 Non-member . $8 Student/Senior . $5 Member
Come to The Muck for a Mardi Gras-themed evening featuring Heart of ‘Grass, a traditional bluegrass band, alongside some of Southern California’s most acclaimed Southern poets. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
DANCE
PLAID Irish Dance w/When Pigs Fly
Thursday . March 17 . 7:30 PM
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Muck with Painter Larson Academy of Irish Dancers’ presentation of dance selections from A Celtic Dream to the live Celtic beat of When Pigs Fly! This toe-tapping, sing-a-long evening is perfect for everyone!
TRADITIONAL JAZZ
A Cappella Jazz: Vocal Magic & Friends
Thursday . March 24 . 7:30 PM
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Vocal Magic performs a cappella, using only the human voice to produce exciting harmonies, and at times, mimicking instruments. Their smooth vocal jazz style–inspired by the Four Freshmen, Manhattan Transfer, and the Lettermen–spans several decades. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
FESTIVAL
Cesar Chavez Day: Teen Unity Arts Festival
Sponsored by Fullerton Boys & Girls Club and Solidarity
Thursday . March 31 . 5 PM . Free
Designed to unify teens through art, this free teen festival is produced by teens from Richman Branch of the Fullerton Boys & Girls Club; teens from Solidarity; Garnet, Maple, Gilbert, and Richman community centers; and area high schools. The event is scheduled to feature Culture Shock hip-hop group and dancers from Kabba Modern Legacy of MTV fame, cultural bands of all genres, a lawn sports tournament and more! Click here to view a video on YouTube.
February
STORIES
Jude Narita
Thursday . February 10 . 7:30 PM
$10 Non-member . $8 Student/Senior . $5 Member
Jude Narita is internationally renowned for her first award winning play, Coming Into Passion/Song For A Sansei. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
CABARET
Sultans of Satire
Thursday . February 17 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
The Sultans of Satire deliver some needed comic relief after 9/11. This new generation of American comedians of Middle Eastern heritage represents many of the region’s diverse cultures and religions. Their performances create space for people to laugh at themselves and each other. This performance may contain mature themes. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
WORLD MUSIC
Evan Marshall-Mandolin Master
Thursday . February 24 . 7:30 PM .
$20 Non-member . $16 Student/Senior . $10 Member
Evan Marshall crafts a signature approach to the mandolin, blending bass lines, chordal accompaniment, rhapsodic runs and tremolo melodies. Evan sounds like several of the world’s finest mandolinists playing together. See this soloist playing duo-style mandolin in the great acoustics of our gallery. Click here to view a video on YouTube.
Free Winter Holiday Festival
December 19, 2010, 12-5PM, Free
Tis the season for great community events! We will be hosting our annual Holiday Festival and Open House, sponsored by Target and the National Charity League, on Sunday, Dec. 19, from 12 to 5 p.m. at the Muckenthaler Villa. The free holiday event, decorated by Collete’s Catering, will feature various activities including home and gallery tours by costumed guides, song and dance performances by the community, and an arts and craft fair. The family-friendly event will provide free art workshops for kids, a children’s play area and a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Linda King Pruitt Holiday Tales
November 4, 7PM, Free
Linda King Pruitt brings a magical night of holiday stories to the Muck. An accomplished and passionate storyteller, Pruitt captures her audiences with tales of courage (facing the family during the holidays), heart (gotta love that crazy uncle!), and mystery (what was that in the gravy?).
Center Circle Event
November 5, 7PM, $60
A spectacular evening of glitz-glitter sight and sound! Showcasing “breathtaking” themed tablescapes by award winning designer britt d.r. sullivan, and entertainment by talented duo Dr. John and Kristen Griffin.
Moon Tide Press Poetry- Monica Lee Copeland and Edward Obuszewski with The Gaslight Chorus
November 11, 8PM, Free
Monica Lee Copeland and Edward Obuszewski along with The Gaslight Chorus will bring an evening filled with poetry and music to the Muck. A veteran writer and performer, Copeland is currently the host and founding director of Indelible Ink: a Vanguard Performance Art Series, which features literary artists, singer/songwriters and variety acts. Obuszewski, whose work is featured in various literary publications, is also featured in Moon Tide Press’ Pop Art: An Anthology of Southern California Poetry. The Gaslight Chorus, a male a capella singing group based in Brea and a member of the Barbershop Harmony Society, will provide music for the evening.
Classical Nights Series West Coast Conservatory Faculty
November 12, 7PM, $20
Enjoy a night of classical beauty with the West Coast Conservatory Faculty and witness brilliance as these amazing pianists perform in our gallery.
Farm Dinner
November 14, 5PM, $100
Appetizing bites at the Mucks’ widely popular Farm Dinner!
Cabaret Series Christopher Yates-New Vaudevillian
November 18, 7PM, $10
The wavey haired wonder from down under delivers a world class, fast paced, family friendly comedy show that is an eclectic mix of stand up and variety with a hilarious contemporary edge. See a range of red hot comedy performances including dubious juggling, silly magic, dangerous diabolo and preposterous props. Christopher Yates shares his crowd pleasing acts with zest and great originality!
Davis Barber’s 10^2 Film Festival
October 3, 7PM, Free
The festival will feature 10 juried films, no longer than ten minutes each, for cash prizes and giveaways. Each film must carry the theme “Community.” Jurors include film critics from major media outlets, and the film entries are expected from film professionals and students from around the country.
More information at www.10squaredfilmfestival.com.
Davis Barber Productions Presents Michael McCarty- The Best Scary Stories
October 7, 7PM, Free
Michael McCarty’s motto, “Have mouth, Will run it!” rings true thanks to his amazing skills as a multicultural storyteller of African-American and International Folk tales, Historical tales and stories of Science.
Rob Woyshner, Jonathan Mack & Susan Montgomery Concert
October 8, 7PM, $20
Woyshner’s recital, opera and concert career has taken him throughout the United States, Germany, France and Australia. Mack has sung in more than 100 films, radio and television productions, most recently for the film Avatar. Montgomery’s national and international appearances in recent years have included engagements with the London Symphony Orchestra, Beijing Symphony, American Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Virtuoso Singers among others.
Moon Tide Press presents Supernatural Poetry-Eric Morago
October 14, 8PM, Free
Active in the Los Angeles and Orange County poetry scene, Morago has taken first place in various poetry slams, and has been published in an anthology of Orange County poets entitled Carving in Bone.
Joe Monti Magic & Mystery at the Muck
October 21, 7PM, $10
America’s Favorite Magician. Currently featured on TV’s Masters of Illusion across the US. Joe Monti is also Magic Producer and Senior consultant on A&E’s hit TV show Mindfreak starring the #1 magician in the world and Las Vegas headliner, Criss Angel.
Moonlight Masquerade Ball
October 24, 5PM, $75
An eerie night of entertainment and revelry can be found at the historic Muckenthaler mansion’s Fourth Annual Moonlight Masquerade fundraiser. Psychics, circus performers, a tarot card reader and masked guests will fill the mansion’s gardens, reminiscent of the grand parties hosted in the 1920s.
More information at www.themuck.org/s/moonlight-masquerade.
Monette Velasco & Friends Supernatural Broadway Revue
October 28, 7PM, $10
Monette Velasco was the understudy for Kim in the second national Broadway tour of Miss Saigon. She will be inviting her friends from Broadway for this special show featuring songs from classic Horror, Mystery & Sci-Fi themed musicals.
Davis Barber Productions presents Zoot Velasco
September 2, 7PM,
Free
Our executive director takes the stage for a mix of folk tales and personal stories, and you have to guess which is which.
Moon Tide Press presents Mike Sprake and Jane Hilary
September 9, 8PM
, Free
These English-born poets belong to the Laguna Poets Workshop and have both been featured on Moon Tide’s anthologies. They will be reading poetry at The Muck on this lovely evening.
All American Boys Chorus
September 10, 7PM,
$20
This chorus of boys has toured extensively throughout the nation as well as Europe, Asia, and Canada, and have sung alongside celebrities like Josh Groban, Bob Hope, and Tony Bennett; and even performed before a Pope! Watch these happy youngsters perform at The Muck!
Kinetic Theory Cirque
September 16, 7PM,
$10
Contorting, hand-balancing, acrobatic stunts, clown, mime, dance and other shapes and forms of circus tricks – They can do it all! Voted as the “Best Place To Express Yourself ” by LA Weekly, this exciting circus act is guaranteed to amuse and entertain.
Linda Gentille
September 23, 7PM,
$10
Described as pianist and entertainer extraordinaire, Linda Gentille has had the tutelage of Liberace himself. This #1 touring artist in China and on cruise ships is back at The Muck for her third year of standing ovations. Watch this class-act perform for one night only!
Davis Barber Productions presents Leon Leyson
August 5, 7PM,
Free
As one of the survivors of the Holocaust and part of the legendary Schindler’s List, Leon Leyson describes his gruesome and extraordinary experiences as a young boy during the Nazi occupancy in World War II.
Moon Tide Press presents Ben Trigg and Steve Ramirez
August 12, 8PM
, Free
Famously known as the cheeky hosts of Two Idiots Peddling Poetry, Ben Trigg and Steve Ramirez remind people that poetry can be powerful but also fun, and sometimes silly too.
Orange County Wind Symphony
August 13, 7PM,
$20
The brass section of the Orange County Symphony will present a concert “An Alpine Symphony” under the baton of music director/conductor Maestro Anthony Parnther featuring a combined 42 brass artists.
Abbit the Average
August 19, 7PM,
$10
Combining astounding magic, zany juggling and non-stop antics, Jeff Abbit is a one-of-a-kind mirth-maker. Highlights include slow-motion juggling and a parody of a dramatic stage illusion act.
Peter Brandon
August 26, 7PM,
$10
This Fullerton boy’s breakout song “Drive Real Fast” created waves in the country music world. He was nominated for LA Music Award for Song of the Year and has performed with well-known acts such as Brad Paisley, Blake Shelton and Gary Allen.
Davis Barber Productions presents Steven Henegar
July 1, 7PM,
Free
Growing up was a lot trickier than Ozzie and Harriet led us to believe! In Embarrassment and Death, monologist and storyteller, Steven Henegar, returns to those thrilling days of yesteryear to discover the feelings and experiences that connect us all.
Moon Tide Press presents Michael Miller
July 8, 8PM
, Free
A Southern California native, he earned a master’s degree in creative writingfrom the University of East Anglia and has been published in both the United States and England. His first book, College Town, came out this year from Tebot Bach. Michael Miller is also the publisher of Moon Tide Press.
Jung Trio
July 9, 7PM,
$20
The Jung sisters are among today’s rising and talented classical stars. Julie plays the cello, Jennie plays the piano, and Ellen plays the violin. Witness in envy as the ladies showcase their musical talents that seem to run in their genes.
ArchiTexture Site Specific Dance
July 15, 7PM,
$10
An evening created for the Muckenthaler. Dancers adapt to their surroundings, using the mansion and surrounding lawns as their stage, bringing the cultural center to life with movement, light, and music.
Fullerton Sings
July 22, 7PM,
$10
The best of North Orange County’s high school and college-age singers compete in our own version of “American Idol” showcasing everything from country to pop to opera. The competition, judged by industry professionals such as Broadway vets, agents and producers, comes with a $500 cash prize and the winner gets their own concert at the Muck in 2011. You may be the first to see tomorrow’s big stars from Orange County!
