Iconic band celebrates 50 years with a show in Modesto. See who, when, where
Classic rock’s KC and the Sunshine Band celebrate 50 years of music with a stop at the Gallo Center. Comedian Tom Papa also will perform at the venue. And there’s plenty more entertainment planned for the Modesto region from Nov. 9-15.
KC and the Sunshine Band
KC and the Sunshine Band celebrate their 50th anniversary at the Gallo Center. Harry Wayne Casey — KC for short — created a fusion of R&B and funk to produce hits such as “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s The Way (I Like It)” and “Shake Your Booty.” Limited tickets were available.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $77-$137
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Ballet Folklorico Anahuac
Ballet Folklórico Anáhuac brings its 15th anniversary theater event to the Gallo Center, featuring a show that promises to “transport you on an unforgettable journey through Mexico’s cultural diversity,” according to the center’s website. Limited tickets were available.
WHEN: 5 p.m. Nov. 10
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $43-$83
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
A Laurel Canyon Retrospective
Dustbowl Revival Presents A Laurel Canyon Retrospective at the Gallo Center. The show brings the music of hit makers such as Joni Mitchell, Frank Zappa, Brian Wilson, The Byrds, Carole King, the Eagles, The Mama’s and The Papas, Jimmie Hendrix, The Doors and more.
WHEN: 5 p.m. Nov. 10
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$77
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
“Hadestown”
In the production of “Hadestown,” coming to the Gallo Center, a song can change your fate. The show won eight 2019 Tony Awards including best musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for best musical theater album. Limited tickets were available.
WHEN: 7 p.m. Nov. 12-13
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $67-$117
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Joshua Radin & Ron Pope
Americana singer-songwriters Joshua Radin and Ron Pope will play at the Gallo Center. Radin is known for the single “I’d Rather Be With You.” Ron Pope emerged in the early days of music streaming with “A Drop in the Ocean.”
WHEN: 7 p.m. Nov. 14
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$77
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Tom Papa
Comedian Tom Papa has been making people laugh for more than 20 years. Papa, who also is an actor, host and author in film, TV, radio and podcasts, will bring his comedy to the Gallo Center.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $47-$77
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Camp Jack Hazard concert
“The Camp Jack Hazard 100 Year Celebration” will play at the State Theatre. Camp Jack Hazard, which serves the community and its youth, marks the milestone with a concert by The Good Luck Thrift Store Outfit. The group plays traditional country and bluegrass, as well as folk, rock, roots and rockabilly.
WHEN: 7 p.m. Nov. 9
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $30-$55
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
MAPS program
The next Modesto Area Partners in Science program will feature Sarah Wheeler, lab director of the Yolo-Sacramento Mosquito and Vector Control District. She’ll speak about data used to select and implement mosquito control to protect the public from nuisance mosquitoes and mosquito-borne pathogens.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14
WHERE: MJC West Campus Sierra Hall 132, 2201 Blue Gum Ave., Modesto
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.mjc.edu/sem/maps.html
