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  • Best of the West - Stand Up Comedy
    Best of the West - Stand Up Comedy
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    Thu, Sep 18
    Sep 18, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    We've assembled the Best Comedians from Los Angeles, Las Vegas and The Bay Area who collectively have been seen at The Punchline, Cobbs, The Comedy Store, Improv, Laugh Factory and Las Vegas Strip.
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  • Panic: A Chat with Oliver Graves
    Panic: A Chat with Oliver Graves
    Fri, Sep 19
    Sep 19, 2025, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
    Stand-up comedian Oliver Graves brings a late-night talk show-style experience to The California, featuring live interviews with special guests.
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  • Forbidden Kiss LIVE - Disney Cosplay
    Forbidden Kiss LIVE - Disney Cosplay
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    Fri, Sep 19
    Sep 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Join us for comedy, burlesque, song & dance, and more! Dress up as your favorite Disney character!
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  • Frankie Adel & Sha Na Now
    Frankie Adel & Sha Na Now
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    Sat, Sep 20
    Sep 20, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Celebrate classic rock, pop, and doo-wop from the 50’s 60's & 70's! A tribute to the legendary Sha Na Na, starring a previous lead singer from the band!
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  • Pro Jam with Special Guest Marina Crouse
    Pro Jam with Special Guest Marina Crouse
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    Mon, Sep 22
    Sep 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Soul, Blues, Funk, R&B – powerhouse singer Marina Crouse brings it all!
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  • THE TRANSATLANTIC GUITAR TRIO
    THE TRANSATLANTIC GUITAR TRIO
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    Wed, Sep 24
    Sep 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Jazz ballads, gypsy swing standards, a pinch of pop music and groovy original compositions
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  • Happy Hour - with music from The Ramblers
    Happy Hour - with music from The Ramblers
    Fri, Sep 26
    Sep 26, 2025, 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
    Americana-Classic and Cosmic Rock Jammed Just Right
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  • Fleetwood Macramé
    Fleetwood Macramé
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    Fri, Sep 26
    Sep 26, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Dance and sing along to Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits!
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  • Americana Series - Doug Blumer and the Bohemian Highway
    Americana Series - Doug Blumer and the Bohemian Highway
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    Sun, Sep 28
    Sep 28, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    This 6-piece folk/pop band rocks lush harmonies and arrangements behind great lyrics and melodies!
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  • Pro Jam with special guest Mitch Woods
    Pro Jam with special guest Mitch Woods
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    Mon, Sep 29
    Sep 29, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Woods blends raw energy with sophisticated piano playing, creating a sound that feels timeless yet fresh.
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  • Happy Hour - Kristen Marie
    Happy Hour - Kristen Marie
    Fri, Oct 03
    Oct 03, 2025, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
    This seasoned cellist blends classical mastery with modern edge to create a sound that is both powerful and captivating!
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  • Broadway Burlesque
    Broadway Burlesque
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    Fri, Oct 03
    Oct 03, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    A Broadway themed cabaret and burlesque show. Featuring some of Sonoma County's best musical theater performers on Friday night and Burlesque from the Bay Area, Sacramento and beyond on Saturday!
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  • Broadway Burlesque
    Broadway Burlesque
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    Sat, Oct 04
    Oct 04, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    A Broadway themed cabaret and burlesque show. Featuring some of Sonoma County's best musical theater performers on Friday night and Burlesque from the Bay Area, Sacramento and beyond on Saturday!
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  • Pro Jam with special guest Terry Hanck
    Pro Jam with special guest Terry Hanck
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    Mon, Oct 06
    Oct 06, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Veteran singer/saxophonist Terry Hanck whips up a stick-to-your-ribs feast on Grease to Gravy. Co-produced by Hanck and multi-instrumental polymath Chris “Kid” Andersen, the dozen tracks found here encompass a host of blues, soul, and early rock ’n’ roll styles.
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  • Cash, Carter, and Company: A Musical Tribute
    Cash, Carter, and Company: A Musical Tribute
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    Thu, Oct 09
    Oct 09, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    A Johnny Cash and June Carter tribute show performed lovingly by husband and wife duo Steven Lasiter and Jennifer Barnaba
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  • Bad Reputation - HAPPY HOUR
    Bad Reputation - HAPPY HOUR
    Fri, Oct 10
    Oct 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    This Joan Jett tribute will turbocharge your Friday night, and start your weekend right!
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  • Alex Maas with The Sad Disco
    Alex Maas with The Sad Disco
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    Fri, Oct 10
    Oct 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Two visionary acts. Alex Maas, the iconic psychedelic voice of The Black Angels. Sad Disco, Darwin Meiners' cinematic indie-electronic project
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  • Americana Festival - Afternoon Ticket
    Americana Festival - Afternoon Ticket
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    Sat, Oct 11
    Oct 11, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
    Afternoon Program: 1:00 - 4:30 PM. A full day festival celebrating America’s roots music, western swing, rock ’n’ roll, blues, gypsy jazz, country, fingerstyle guitar, brilliant songwriting, and more!
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  • Americana Festival - Evening Ticket
    Americana Festival - Evening Ticket
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    Sat, Oct 11
    Oct 11, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Evening Program: 7:00 - 10:00 PM. A full day festival celebrating America’s roots music, western swing, rock ’n’ roll, blues, gypsy jazz, country, fingerstyle guitar, brilliant songwriting, and more!
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  • Second Sunday Open Mic and Karaoke
    Second Sunday Open Mic and Karaoke
    Sun, Oct 12
    Oct 12, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
    Take the stage at The California Theatre! $5 ticket (includes 50/50 raffle ticket), $5 beer, $5 wine, $5 appetizers, $5 shots
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Adding to the city's vitality and livability,
The California is an arts and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa.

Building on the legacy of Santa Rosa’s original vaudeville California Theatre (1923-77), The California offers a variety of cultural activities, including live music, comedy, theatre, dance, lectures, classes and more. The versatile 99-229 seat event venue with full bar and kitchen is home of resident programs Left Edge Theatre, Young Actors Studio, Forbidden Kiss Erotic Cabaret, Monday Pro Jam, Creature Comedy, and Salsa Sundays.

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Mission

To champion the performing arts in Santa Rosa for all.. We connect people with one another and with art that can enrich their lives. We embrace patrons, visitors, artists and community members from all backgrounds. We provide exceptional service to our resident companies and to all who present or experience the arts at The California.  

 

Donation and Sponsorship Opportunities

Naming Rights, Capital Campaign, Performance & Event Space, Arts Education, Professional Theatre Company, Theatre for Children, Music Series, Comedy Series, Lecture-Series, Community events. 

 

Contact & More Info: info@caltheatre.com | 707-664-PLAY. Do you have questions? Visit our FAQ page. 

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The California Theatre of Santa Rosa - Uniting people with live entertainment for a better downtown.​

 

528 7th Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

tix@caltheatre.com | (707) 664-PLAY

non-profit id# 27-4551816

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