1. SECTION HOME.



2. TO THE COMMUNITY.
   
   
3. A DREAM COME TRUE.
   A history of how the center came to be.



4. IMPORTANT DATES.
   A timeline of the center.



5. FOR THE CHILDREN.
   Center will allow all ages to experience the arts.



6. THE PLACE TO BE.
   Expect more than performances at the center.



7. HOMEGROWN.
   The center will be home to four resident companies.



8. LET THE PARTY BEGIN.
   Art & Wine Festival kicks off events.



9. CURTAINS UP.
   A calendar of events for the coming year.



10. A STORIED HISTORY.
    The arts have long been a part of community.



11. THE PRICE TAG.
    How the center has been funded.



12. MAKING IT HAPPEN.
    The board of directors, board of trustees, donors, contractors and design team.

Curtains Up

Tony Bennett, Patti LuPone, the Joffrey Ballet. Are those famous enough names for you?

Those are among the artists who will appear in the inaugural season of the Gallo Center for the Arts. The downtown Modesto center's 1,251-seat Mary Stuart Rogers Theater and 444-seat Foster Family Theater will be bustling with concerts, plays, dance programs and other entertainment all year round. So far, more than 100 programs have been booked between September and June.

Shows by Bennett, known for his timeless hit "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," LuPone, who originated the title role of "Evita" on Broadway, and the internationally renowned ballet company are part of the grand-opening festivities. Other headliners appearing those first few days include Johnny Cash's country-singing daughter, Rosanne Cash, and Mexican-American supergroup Los Tigres Del Norte.

While tickets to those events, plus season subscriptions for three- to -four show packages, are on sale, individual tickets for the remainder of the events won't begin until Saturday at the Modesto Art & Wine Festival. Those include former TV stars Barbara Eden ("I Dream of Jeannie") and Hal Linden ("Barney Miller") in the play "Love Letters," performances by singer/songwriter Kris Kristofferson ("Me and Bobby McGee") and composer/pianist Marvin Hamlisch ( "A Chorus Line").

Also on the lineup are musical tributes to rock favorites of the past, including the Pink Floyd Experience and "Love, Janis" about 1960s icon Janis Joplin. For families, there are kid-friendly events like "Peter Rabbit" and the Moscow Circus, and for lovers of classical music, there is a piano series and concerts featuring international orchestras.

The performers represent a variety of cultures, including Latin, Portuguese, Chinese, Celtic, Indian, Russian, African-American and African.

Tickets hover around $30 to $50 for most shows, but some, such as California Theatre Center plays, are more affordable at $15; others are much higher. The most costly event is the grand-opening gala fund-raiser Sept. 27 with Patti LuPone, with a top ticket price of $1,000.

The arts center staff worked hard to find events to suit almost every taste, so get out your calendar and a big red pen and start circling all the events you want to attend.

Sept. 10 - Ribbon-cutting and public dedication. 6 p.m. with downtown restaurant sampler, entertainment and souvenirs for all. Free.

Sept. 15 - Townsend Opera Players fund-raiser. 5:30 p.m., Foster Family Theater. Sit-down dinner and opera gala preview concert. $250.

Sept. 16 - Townsend Opera Players' 25th Anniversary Gala. 2 p.m., Foster Theater. A potpourri of favorite opera scenes and arias plus a preview of the coming season. $25.

Sept. 27 - Broadway star Patti LuPone with the Modesto Symphony Orchestra/Gallo Center fund-raiser gala. 7:30 p.m., Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. LuPone starred in New York City Center's recent acclaimed production of "Gypsy" and appeared on ABC's "Life Goes On" from 1989-1993. $200-$1,000.

Sept. 28-30 - Cirque-Works Birdhouse Factory. 8 p.m. Sept. 28, 2 and 8 p.m. Sept. 29 and 2 and 7 p.m. Sept. 30, Foster Theater. An international cast, including veterans of the renowned Cirque du Soleil, tells a story of life, laughter, flight, loss and birdhouses. $15-$45.

Sept. 28 - Los Tigres Del Norte. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Godfathers of the polka-rooted Norteño sound, the band is considered one of the most influential regional Mexican groups. $38-$100.

Sept. 29 - Tony Bennett. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Known for the song "I Left My Heart in San Francisco," this 15-time Grammy Award winner has recorded pop hits for 50 years. $50-$200.

Sept. 30 - Rosanne Cash. 7 p.m., Rogers Theater. The daughter of Johnny Cash; her country album "Black Cadillac" was named one of the best albums of 2006 by media including The New York Times, Billboard and NPR. $25-$55.

Oct. 2 - Joffrey Ballet. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. One of America's most venerable and beloved dance companies. $30-$100.

Oct. 5-6 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra: "An American in Paris" with pianist Leon Bates. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Gershwin's "An American in Paris" and "Rhapsody in Blue," Ravel's "Bolero," Bernstein's "Candide" Overture, Debussy's "Claire de Lune." $36-$49.

Oct. 7 - Noche Del Mariachi. 7 p.m., Rogers Theater. Details to be announced.

Oct. 10 - Shaolin Warriors. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Troupe brings the remarkable skill, stunning movement and spectacular imagery of kung fu to the stage. $35-$55.

Oct. 12 - Hal Holbrook in "Mark Twain Tonight." 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Holbrook's show opened in 1959, winning Tony and Drama Critics Circle awards. It has since been performed more than 2,000 times around the globe. $35-$45.

Oct. 13 - Golden Valley Chorus. 7 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

Oct. 13 - Solid Blues. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Soul and gospel singer Mavis Staples headlines an all-star blues lineup, including harmonica player Charlie Musselwhite, keyboardist Joe Krown and the North Mississippi Allstars. $35-$55.

Oct. 14 - Noche Flamenca. 7 p.m., Rogers Theater. Madrid group offers the quintessential flamenco experience complete with clapping hands, stomping feet and smoldering passion. Featuring company founders, artistic director Martin Santangelo and his wife, dancer Soledad Barrio. $18-$45.

Oct. 16 - Modesto Area Music Association Awards. Rogers Theater. Honors top local bands. Details to be announced.

Oct. 17 - Manhattan Transfer. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. The jazz quartet made music history in 1981 by becoming the first group to win Grammy Awards in pop and jazz categories the same year. $30-$45.

Oct. 18 - Pacific Coast Horns. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Known as the "singing brass quintet," the group performs classical, jazz, big-band and popular music. Part of the Modesto Community Concert Association Series. Sold out.

Oct. 19-21 - "Little Shop of Horrors." 8 p.m. Oct. 19, 2 and 8 p.m. Oct. 20 and 2 p.m. Oct. 21, Rogers Theater. Touring Broadway musical about a man-eating plant from outer space. $40-$70.

Oct. 20 - Pianist Jorge Federico Osorio. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. Mexican native has been internationally acclaimed for his superb musicianship. $45-$50.

Oct. 25 - Kiwanis Wine Country Evening. 5:30 p.m., Grand Lobby. $25-$35.

Oct. 26 - Central West Ballet's 20th Anniversary Gala. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. The Modesto company takes a trip down memory lane while looking to its future. $50-$80.

Oct. 27- Music of the Crooked Road. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Winding for more than 200 miles across the mountains, ridges and valleys of southwestern Virginia, the Crooked Road passes through some of the most musical places on Earth. Part of a West Coast tour, this concert features Kirk Sutphin and Eddie Bond (old-time banjo and fiddle), Wayne Henderson (Appalachian guitar master), the bluegrass band No Speed Limit and Sammy Shelor (banjo virtuoso). $18-$30.

Oct. 28 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra Symphonic Spooktacular. 3 p.m., Rogers Theater. The theme of the concert is "Lemony Snicket: The Composer is Dead!" $20-$36.

Oct. 28 - Kris Kristofferson. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Songwriter of such 1960s and 1970s hits as "Me and Bobby McGee," "Help Me Make It Through The Night" and "For the Good Times." $30-$55.

Oct. 28 - Musafir: The Gypsies of Rajasthan. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. A musical journey throughout the Thar Desert of India's Rajasthan, the original land of Gypsies. $45.

Nov. 2 - Dia de los Muertos. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

Nov. 2-3 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra: Young and Restless with violinist Kristin Lee. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. A 19-year-old protégé of Itzhak Perlman performs Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Minor. Also on the program: Mozart and Rossini. $36-$48.

Nov. 3 - River Lights Chorus. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

Nov. 6 - Tango Buenos Aires. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Tracing the tango's evolution from the brothel to the cabaret to the ballroom, Tango Buenos Aires' performances are widely applauded for their sensuality and artistry. $18-$30.

Nov. 9 - "It's Magic." 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Produced by Milt Larson, founder of Hollywood's famous Magic Castle, the show features top award-winning professional magicians. $18-$30.

Nov. 10 - The Conga Kings. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Three great percussionists: Candido, Patato Valdes and Giovanni Hidalgo. $30-$40.

Nov. 11 - Veterans Day Celebration. 2 p.m., Rogers Theater. Details to be announced.

Nov. 11, 16, 18 - Townsend Opera Players' "Die Fledermaus. 2 p.m. Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16 and 2 p.m. Nov. 18, Foster Theater. Modesto company performs Johann Strauss' popular romantic comedy featuring a masked ball, mistaken identities and comically compromising positions. $35.

Nov. 16 - American Tap Masterpieces: The Hollywood Journey. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Memorable dances from the silver screen as well as a fresh look at theater works of contemporary tap masters. $35-$55.

Nov. 17 - New Christy Minstrels. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Folk singing group known for its 1960s hits "Green, Green" and "Today." Presented by the Modesto Community Concert Association. Sold out.

Nov. 18- Ahn Trio. 3 p.m., Rogers Theater. Korean-born, Juilliard-educated piano trio that has broken artistic barriers, fusing its music with pop singers, DJs and dancers. $18-$30.

Nov. 20 - MJC Community Orchestra. 7:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

Nov. 24 - Trio Los Panchos. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Founded in 1944 in New York City, the group is known internationally for its romantic songs. $30-$40.

Nov. 25 - "The Elves and the Shoemaker." 1 and 3 p.m., Foster Theater. Two merry elves arrive at a small village in the Black Forest to discover a poor, gentle shoemaker who clearly needs assistance. For grades K-5. $15-$20.

Nov. 26 - MJC Symphonic Band. 7:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

Nov. 28 - MJC Concert Band. 7:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

Nov. 30-Dec. 2 - "Evita." 8 p.m. Nov. 30, 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 1 and 2 p.m. Dec. 2., Rogers Theater. Touring company stages Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical about the rise and fall of an inspirational first lady of Argentina. Contains mature themes, not recommended for children. $40-$70.

Dec. 7-9 - "If You Ever Leave Me." 8 p.m. Dec. 7, 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 8 and 2 p.m. Dec. 9, Foster Theater. Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated husband and wife team Renee Taylor and Joe Bologna star in a comedy that celebrates their acting/writing partnership and three-decade love affair. Taylor played Fran Drescher's mom on the CBS show "The Nanny." Bologna played Adam Sandler's father in "Big Daddy." $40-$45.

Dec. 7 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops! 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Snow and Santa plus the winner of the Young Idol contest. $40-$70.

Dec. 8 - Poncho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. One of the most popular Latin jazz groups in the world. $30-$40.

Dec. 14-16, 22-23 - Central West Ballet's "The Nutcracker." 8 p.m. Dec. 14, 2 and 8 p.m. Dec. 15 and 2 p.m. Dec. 16, 22 and 23, Rogers Theater. Modesto company performs a spectacular version of Tchaikovsky's holiday ballet favorite. Features snow, mice and toy soldiers and the Sugar Plum Fairy. $35-$70.

Dec. 15 - Jon Nakamatsu, pianist. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. 1997 gold medal winner, Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. $45-$50.

Dec. 21 - Navidad en Mexico. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno shares the wonder of celebrating Christmas in Mexico. $30-$40.

Jan 11-12 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra: Tango with a Twist with Cuarteto Latinoamericano string quartet. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Hot Latin dance music in Piazzolla's "Four Seasons" paired with the Russian soundscape of Rachmaninoff's Symphony No. 2 in E Minor. $36-$49.

Jan. 15 - Monterey Jazz Festival 50th Anniversary Tour. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Celebrating the longest continually running jazz festival in the world. Featuring Terence Blanchard (trumpet), James Moody (saxophone), Benny Green (piano), Nnenna Freelon (guest vocalist), Derrick Hodge (bass) and Kendrick Scott (drums). $30-$40.

Jan. 16 - Nashville Mandolin Ensemble. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Performs classical, jazz and pop, along with new music from contemporary composers. Sponsored by the Modesto Community Concert Association. Sold out.

Jan. 19 - Brubeck Brothers Quartet. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. Sons of jazz icon Dave Brubeck. $45.

Jan. 20 - "Peter Rabbit & Friends." 1 and 3 p.m., Foster Theater. The mischievous Peter Rabbit and his friends bring to life four tales from Beatrix Potter's world of the English countryside. For grades kindergarten-third. $15-$20.

Jan. 23 - Marvin Hamlisch. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Winner of three Oscars, four Grammys, four Emmys, one Tony and three Golden Globe Awards. Composed scores to hit 1970s films "A Chorus Line," "The Sting" and "The Way We Were." $30-$50.

Jan. 25-27 - "Gypsy." 8 p.m. Jan. 25, 2 and 8 p.m. Jan. 26 and 2 p.m. Jan. 27, Rogers Theater. Touring production of Sondheim musical about an overbearing stage mother who pushes her daughters into show business. $40-$70.

Jan. 31 - Leahy. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Family Celtic musical group from Ontario, Canada. Toured with Shania Twain and performed on PBS. $18-$30.

Feb. 1 - Spirit of Uganda. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Spirit of Uganda empowers some of Africa's most vulnerable children with the ability to share Uganda's rich culture and raise awareness of the impact of AIDS and war in their country in a colorful, song-filled celebration of the human spirit. $35-$55.

Feb. 2-3 - Central West Ballet presents "Marie Gallo - A Dance Tribute." 8 p.m. Feb. 2 and 2 p.m. Feb. 3, Rogers Theater. A program in honor of the Gallo center's board president. $35-$70.

Feb. 8-9 - Moscow Circus. 8 p.m. Feb. 8 and 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Feb. 9, Foster Theater. Shows for children and adults alike, filled with Russian musicians, clowns, costumed performers and dancers. $40.

Feb. 8-9 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra: Romantic Overtones, with Lara St. John. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major and Brahms' Symphony No. 2 in D Major. $36-$49.

Feb. 10 - "The Cay." 1 and 3 p.m., Foster Theater. Adapted from Theodore Taylor's gripping novel, the show tells the journey of 11-year-old Phillip, whose life is plunged into chaos when his ship is torpedoed and he and a Caribbean man are forced to escape on a raft to a deserted island. For grades three and up. $15-$20.

Feb. 10 - Take 6. 3 p.m., Rogers Theater. Versatile group has broken down barriers among musical genres, including jazz, gospel and soul. $18-$45.

Feb. 12 - Moiseyev Dance. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Acclaimed folk-dancing group. $45-$75.

Feb. 15 - Russian National Orchestra. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. The first Russian orchestra to be independent of the government. The group has been in demand around the world since it debuted in 1990. $45-$75.

Feb. 16-17 - Ailey II. 8 p.m. Feb. 16 and 3 p.m. Feb. 17. African-American dance troupe is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country's best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today's most outstanding emerging choreographers. $45-$75.

Feb. 22 - "Love Letters." 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Barbara Eden, star of "I Dream of Jeanie," and Hal Linden, known for his role as TV's Barney Miller, perform A.R. Gurney's poignant valentine of friendship and the lost art of letting writing. $35-$45.

Feb. 23 - The Chieftains. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Six-time Grammy winners are recognized for bringing traditional Irish music to the world's attention. $35-$55.

Feb. 24, 29, March 2 - Townsend Opera Players' "Porgy & Bess." 2 p.m. Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 29 and 2 p.m. March 2, Foster Theater. Modesto company presents African-American folk opera. Featuring Gershwin hits "Summertime" at "It Ain't Necessarily So." $35.

Feb. 29 - Bellydance Superstars. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Professional American troupe tours North America and Europe. $18-$45.

March 2 - Golden Dragon Acrobats. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Chinese troupe has performed in 65 countries and 50 states, at prestigious venues such as the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Presented by Modesto Community Concert Association Series. Sold out.

March 3 - Royal Scots Dragoon Guards and the Band of the Coldstream Guards. The Dragoon Guards date back to 1678, while the Coldstream Guards date to 1650. $35-$55.

March 6 - Duke Ellington Orchestra. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Internationally known orchestra performs the music of its namesake, the composer of such songs as "Take the A-Train" and "It Don't Mean a thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)." $30-$40.

March 7 - Jigu! Thunder Drums of China. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Hailing from China's Shanxi province, this world-renowned company of 28 drummers, percussionists and musicians blends folk and modern styles. In Chinese, "jigu" means to "beat or touch the drum." $35-$55.

March 8 - The Vienna Choir Boys. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. One of the oldest boys' choirs in the word and a symbol of Austria. $18-$30.

March 14 - State Symphony of Mexico. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. This governmentfunded orchestra travels extensively to create unity and identity among Mexican citizens worldwide. $45-$75.

March 15 - St. Patrick's Day Celebration with the David Munnelly Band. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Featuring Irish button accordion virtuoso David Munnelly, who toured with the Chieftains. $35-$55.

March 16 - The Blind Boys of Alabama. 3 p.m., Rogers Theater. Grammy Award-winning group performs traditional gospel with original arrangements and roaring blues riffs. $18-$30.

March 28 - Three Phantoms. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Former leads from Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Phantom of the Opera." Sponsored by Modesto Symphony Orchestra. $40-$70.

March 29 - Pablo Ziegler Quintet for New Tango with Claudia Acuña. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. The marriage between jazz and tango was virtually unheard of 30 years ago until Ziegler burst onto the music scene, unifying the two genres. $30-$40.

March 30 - Zunyi Acrobats of China. 7 p.m., Rogers Theater. "Le Cirque D'amour." One of China's foremost acrobatic troupes. $18-$30.

April 2 - Tchaikovsky Ballet & Orchestra of Perm, Russia: "Swan Lake." 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. With roots extending back to 1870, this company is one of Russia's most distinguished artistic groups. $35-$55.

April 4 - Complexions. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. America's original multicultural dance company. Founded by former members of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Company. $18-$30.

April 5 - Jeffrey Siegel: Keyboard Conversations. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. Combines virtuosity of a world-class pianist with entertaining commentary. $45-$50.

April 7 - MJC Symphonic Band. 7:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

April 8 - MJC Community Orchestra. 7:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced.

April 9 - MJC Concert Band. 7:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Details to be announced. April 11-12 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra: Bravo Beethoven with pianist and conductor Leon Fleisher. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. A Beethoven extravaganza, including the popular Symphony No. 5 in C Minor. $36-$49.

April 12 - Ana Moura: The New Fado. 8 p.m., Foster Theater. Portuguese vocalist's soulful and riveting interpretation of her land's captivating fado style has made her a star in Europe. $45.

April 13 - The Pink Floyd Experience. 7 p.m., Rogers Theater. Re-creation of the legendary songs that spanned decades in their appeal. $30-$45.

April 17 - Bettine Clemen, flutist. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Theater. Concert combines musical styles ranging from light classical to pop, jazz and ethnic. Sponsored by the Modesto Community Concert Association Series. Sold out.

April 18 - Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Featuring songs like "All That Jazz," "Phantom of the Opera," "Man of La Mancha," "Cabaret" and "Some Enchanted Evening." $35-$55.

April 19 - Lily Cai Chinese Dance Company. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Combines ancient Chinese forms with modern dance. $18-$30.

April 20, 25, 27 - Townsend Opera Players' "Miss Saigon." 2 p.m. April 20, 7:30 p.m. April 25 and 2 p.m. April 27, Foster Theater. Central Valley première of a tragedy about a young couple in love caught in a world at war. $35.

April 20 - Sweet Honey in The Rock. 3 p.m., Rogers Theater. Grammy Award-winning African-American female a cappella ensemble has deep musical roots in the sacred music of the black church - spirituals, hymns, gospel - as well as jazz and blues. $20-$35.

April 26 - "BREAK! The Urban Funk Spectacular." 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Traces the history of hip-hop dancing over 30 years. $25-$50.

May 2-4 - "Cats." 8 p.m. May 2, 2 and 8 p.m. May 3 and 2 p.m. May 4, Rogers Theater. Touring Broadway company performs Andrew Lloyd Webber's international musical sensation based on T.S. Elliott's poems. $40-$70.

May 4 - Young Artist Showcase. 2:30 p.m., Foster Theater. Sponsored by the Modesto Community Concert Association. Details to be announced.

May 9-11 - "Say Goodnight, Gracie: The Life, Laughter and Love of George Burns and Gracie Allen." 8 p.m. May 9, 2 and 8 p.m. May 10 and 2 p.m. May 11, Foster Theater. Nominee for the 2003 Tony Award for best play. Don McArt stars as Burns. $40-$45.

May 9-10 - Modesto Symphony Orchestra and Chorus: From the New World. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Features Copland's "Old American Songs," Dvorak's Symphony No. 9 in E Minor (From the New World) and a world première of Gabriela Frank's musical impressions of her year as MSO's first composer-in-residence. $36-$49.

May 11 - The Williams Brothers. 3 p.m., Rogers Theater. Organized in 1960 by Leon "Pop" Williams, founder and father of the Williams Brothers, this Grammy-nominated group recorded its first album in 1973. $18-$45.

May 16-18 - Central West Ballet's "Cinderella." 8 p.m. May 16-17 and 2 p.m. May 18, Rogers Theater. Fairy tale about a poor girl who, with help from a fairy godmother, meets Prince Charming. $35-$70.

May 31 - Corazon de Mexico. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Under the artistic direction of Steven Valencia, Sacramento's award-winning Ballet Folklorico Instituto Mazatlán Bellas Artes illustrates the rich cultural heritage of Mexico. $30-$40.

June 6 - Mariachi Cobre. 8 p.m., Rogers Theater. Sponsored by Modesto Symphony Orchestra. Direct from Disney World's Epcot Center in Florida, the group will serenade the audience with music from Mexico and around the world. $40-$70.

June 20-22 - "Love, Janis." 8 p.m. June 20, 2 and 8 p.m. June 21, 2 p.m. June 22. Touring production of rock musical about Janis Joplin. Told through the letters she wrote home and the songs she made famous, like "Me and Bobby McGee," "Piece of My Heart" and "Mercedes Benz." $42-$60.