October 22nd, 2009 11:56am

Of mice, men and Wells Fargo Center

by Arts

For a beleaguered high school literature student, there are few reading assignments quite as welcome as John Steinbeck’s “Of Mice and Men.” It’s easy to read, tells a powerful story and (compared to many of the great novels) it’s blessedly short. But even for those motivated partly by short attention span, this tale of two men on the road in search of work makes a lasting impression. And if you’re not in a … Read More »
October 6th, 2009 04:52pm

About Santa Rosa’s Roustabout Theater

by Arts

Quick quiz: Can you name the resident theater company at Wells Fargo Center for the Arts? If not, that’s only because Clark Lewis, artistic director and founder of Roustabout Theater, has been slowly and steadily building his troupe, training young actors and showcasing them in an ambitious selection of shows. Not a lot of big talk here. Just a lot of hard work. And his efforts are paying off. Last Saturday (Oct. 3), Dene Harvey from … Read More »
October 1st, 2009 01:00pm

Patsy Cline tribute booked at Wells Fargo Center

by Arts

It’s hard to keep a good woman down, even if she has been dead since 1963. “Always, Patsy Cline,” brings the country singer back to life, beautifully played by longtime Sonoma County actress and singer Mary Gannon Graham. This production has sold out three runs since last November, two at the Cinnabar in Petaluma and one at the 6th Street Playhouse in Santa Rosa. And it’s not over yet. “Always, Patsy Cline” has … Read More »