Comedian ready to go “Off the Rails” in Turlock; more entertainment in the region
Famous for his angry rants, comedian Lewis Black brings his latest tour to Turlock Community Theatre. His show is just one of the entertainment options in the Modesto region for the week of Feb. 19-25. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, cancellations or postponements may occur.
Lewis Black
Known as the “King of Rant,” Lewis Black uses his trademark comic yelling and finger pointing to rail on the absurdities of life. Black takes his “Off the Rails” tour to Turlock Community Theatre, a show that — due to explicit language — is recommended only for adults.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20
WHERE: Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive
TICKETS: $31-$51
ONLINE: www.turlocktheatre.org.
Bluesbox Bayou Band
Five-piece roots group Bluesbox Bayou Band will perform its dance party style at the Gallo Center. Members, who are from Modesto and Sonora, also play New Orleans, Cajun, Creole, classic rock, rhythm and blues and Tex-Mex music.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 19
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $15-$30
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Disney Princess Concert
Singers from Broadway and animated films celebrate the Disney princesses in story, animation and song during the Disney Princess Concert at the Gallo Center. Performers sing and share behind-the-scenes stories from their time portraying princesses on the stage and screen.
WHEN: 2 p.m. Feb. 20
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $49-$119
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
“The Choir of Man”
Stage show “The Choir of Man” returns to the Gallo Center. The production — with a working bar on stage — features pop, classic rock, folk, Broadway and pub tunes. The cast of nine combines harmonies, singalongs, tap dance and more in homage to gathering at the local pub.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $39-$89
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
One Night of Queen
One Night of Queen salutes the music and showmanship of the classic rock band. Gary Mullen as Freddie Mercury and his band The Works have played three prior shows at the Gallo Center. The tribute features Queen hits including “We Will Rock You,” “We Are the Champions,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” and more.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $29-$69
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Straight No Chaser
Male a cappella group Straight No Chaser brings its “Back in the High Life Tour 2022” to the Gallo Center. The group features nine voices coming together to make music — and with a sense of humor. There were limited seats remaining at press time.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Feb. 25
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $49-$79
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
