Another concert set for the Fruit Yard in Modesto. See who’s playing and when
A packed entertainment schedule is coming up in the Modesto region. Country singer ERNEST pulls into the Fruit Yard Amphitheater, while the Gallo Center officially kicks off its 2024-25 season with a show by Michael Feinstein. These are just two of the many options planned for Sept. 14-20.
ERNEST
ERNEST, full name Ernest Keith Smith, will bring his “Legalize Country Music Roadshow” to the Fruit Yard Amphitheater, with guest Graham Barham. ERNEST is known for songs such as “Flower Shops,” “Hangin’ On,” “Would if I Could” and “I Went to College/I Went to Jail.” He has collaborated on music with Jelly Roll, Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14
WHERE: Fruit Yard Amphitheater, 7948 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto
TICKETS: $31-$127
ONLINE: www.thefruityardevents.com
Gallo Center opener
Michael Feinstein’s “Because of You: My Tribute to Tony Bennett” will officially kick off the 2024-25 season at the Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto. Feinstein will make his debut at the venue celebrating the music of Bennett, accompanied by the 15-piece Carnegie Hall Big Band.
WHEN: 8 p.m. Sept. 14
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $67-$127
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Opera Modesto
“The Marriage of Figaro” is next production from Opera Modesto, to be performed at the Gallo Center. “Disguises, mistaken identities, and a lot of hiding in (and under) things abound in resident company Opera Modesto’s dazzling production of this great comedy by Mozart,” according to the Gallo Center website.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20; 2 p.m. Sept. 22
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$97
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Rodrigo y Gabriela
Grammy Award-winning Rodrigo y Gabriela will bring their mix of classic rock, heavy metal and flamenco to the Gallo Center. The acoustic guitar duo has “gained recognition for their extraordinary live show, now globally renowned,” according to the center’s website.
WHEN: 5 p.m. Sept. 15
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$107
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Steven Curtis Chapman
“An Evening with Steven Curtis Chapman” will be presented at the Gallo Center featuring the Christian music artist. Chapman has won 59 Gospel Music Association Dove Awards, five Grammy Awards and an American Music Award.
WHEN: 7 p.m. Sept. 18
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$108
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Celtic Thunder
“Odyssey,” the new show from Celtic Thunder, also will be coming to the Gallo Center. Celtic Thunder presents a combination of music and culture with traditional as well as contemporary Irish music.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$87
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Prince tribute
“When Doves Cry – The Prince Tribute Show” will pull into the State Theatre in downtown Modesto. The live concert features an eight-piece group performing Prince’s “Purple Rain” album in its entirety, along with the artist’s greatest hits.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $30-$45
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
Terry Longshore
Percussionist, composer, educator and performing artist Terry Longshore presents his “balance | flow tour” at California State University, Stanislaus. The show promises an evening of music, animation, virtual-reality video, electronic audio and integrated lighting.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 18
WHERE: Snider Music Recital Hall, Cal State Stanislaus, 1 University Circle, Turlock
TICKETS: $8-$12, available at the box office beginning at 7 p.m.
ONLINE: www.csustan.edu/music/music-events
Frankie Quiñones
Comedian and actor Frankie Quiñones will play at Turlock Community Theatre. Quiñones is a stand-up comedian, actor and creator. He stars in Hulu’s “This Fool,” for which he was nominated for best supporting actor in a comedy series at the Independent Spirit Awards.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 14
WHERE: Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive
TICKETS: $39-$65
ONLINE: www.turlocktheatre.org
Assyrian Festival
The Assyrian culture will be showcased at the annual Assyrian Festival. There will be food, exhibits, live music, Assyrian dance groups, a kids zone and carnival rides, all held at the Stanislaus County Fairground in Turlock.
WHEN: Noon-10 p.m. Sept. 14-15
WHERE: Stanislaus County Fairground, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.cvassyrianfestival.com
Acorn Festival
The Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians celebrates its culture with the annual Acorn Festival. The event features traditional dancers, hand games tournament, vendors, arts and crafts and more.
WHEN: 11 a.m. Sept. 14-15
WHERE: Tuolumne Rancheria, 19595 Mi-Wu St., Tuolumne
ADMISSION: Free
CALL: 209-928-9391
MAPS program
“Birds: From Museums to the Wild” is the next program from the Modesto Area Partners in Science at Modesto Junior College. Ornithologist Sean Lyon shares his avian research experiences from around the world.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Sept. 20
WHERE: Modesto Junior College MJC West Campus Sierra Hall 132, 2201 Blue Gum Ave.
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.mjc.edu/instruction/sme/maps.php
“Hair”
The 1960s counterculture is celebrated in Sierra Repertory Theatre’s production of “Hair.” the musical includes hit songs including “Aquarius,” “Good Morning, Starshine,” “Hair,” “I Got Life” and “Let The Sunshine In.” The production contains nudity, adult language, drug references, strong racial language and sexual references, according to a press release.
WHEN: Various times, through Sept. 29
WHERE: Fallon House Theatre, 11175 Washington St., Columbia
TICKETS: $42-$54
ONLINE: www.sierrarep.org
This story was originally published September 11, 2024 at 6:00 AM.
