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The Merced Theatre Foundation is excited to offer our

2015-2016 season of local favorites and national acts!

A LOT IS HAPPENING AT THE MERCED THEATRE!

The Merced Theatre's 2014-2015 season was fantastic, with 2 sold out shows (one of which was the Theatre's

first!) and wonderful reviews! It was an exciting time for the theatre, and we're hoping to carry that enthusiasm

through to next season.

Which is why we here at the Merced Theatre ask you to join us for this exciting first-look at the 2015-2016 season!

The Theatre's 4th season is its biggest yet, and we hope to make it just as fantastic as last season.

However, none of this would be possible without your patronage and contributions, so from the Merced Theatre

staff to you, thank you!! We hope you'll join us for another wonderful season!

And now, without further adieu, we give you the Merced Theatre's 2015-2016 season!

Tickets: $25-$30 per ticket Ticket Office: 209-381-0500

Tickets Online: mercedtheatre.org

Mike Amaral’s California Beach Boys are a world re-

nown Beach Boys Tribute Band. Their influences range

from growing up in the 60’s to playing on stage with

such surf legends as The Ventures, Surfaris, The Sun-

rays, The Rivieras, and many more. Each member

takes pride in their music and entertainment, which

aim to pay tribute to the Beach Boys and their contri-

bution to music history.

Their clean appearances and congenial attitudes

make Mike Amaral’s California Beach Boys an appeal-

ing act for all ages, and their precise, Beach Boy-

esque harmonies coupled with their on-stage energy

will leave crowds demanding more long after the

band has left the stage.



There are many ways to describe Kellie Pickler: spunky, beautiful, tal-

ented, charismatic, and – above all else – real. Her ability to vibrantly

bridge life and art, to speak and sing as transparently from her heart as

she does, makes Kellie one of country music’s best interpreters. Ms.

Pickler has earned the admiration and affection of countless fans with

three amazing albums (one of which Rolling Stone hailed as possibly one

of the “best traditionalist albums of the year”), hundreds of concerts,

and a breath-taking 2013 win on Dancing with the Stars. She has ap-

peared on many television shows from The Ellen DeGeneres show to

Good Morning America, from The Tonight Show to baseball’s All-Star

Game and more. Each appearance showcases her stunning charm and

candor, which continues to win over new fans, even today. With the

release of The Woman I Am in 2013, fans get a look at her continuing

growth both as an artist and a person.



Petty Fever is an award winning full production Tom Petty Tribute Band featuring the

captivating guitarist/vocalist & Los Angeles Music Awards “2014 Live Performer of the

Year” Nominee, Frank Murray and is a two time recipient of the “Tribute Band of the

Year Award” for 2013 and 2014. They provide a stunning salute to Tom Petty and the

Heartbreakers and perform over three decades of classic Petty hits such as “American

Girl”, “Free Fallin’”, “Breakdown”, “Mary Jane’s Last Dance”, “Runnin’ Down a Dream”,

“Refugee”, and many more to thrilled crowds of all ages. Their high energy show is

second to none and they have played to enthusiastic crowds with overwhelming suc-

cess across the globe. If you’re looking for an incredibly authentic Tom Petty and the

Heartbreakers concert experience that will leave you craving more, catch Petty Fever!

Kidz Bop is made up of four kids: Ashlynn Chong, Bredia Santoro, Matt Martinez and Grant Knoche. These kids take their

incredible singing voices and combine them with kid friendly versions of today’s biggest pop music hits. “Since 2001,

families have welcomed Kidz Bop into their homes and cars, making Kidz Bop a fun and safe part of their daily lives.

“Kidz Bop is a high-energy show, that’s interactive, giving your kids plenty of opportunity to sing, dance and clap along with

the group!”

KIDZ BOP believes there’s a little

POP STAR in every kid!

Tickets: $25-$50 (VIP Meet & Greet Packages Available)

Ticket Office: 209-381-0500 Tickets Online: mercedtheatre.org

“LeAnn Rimes is one of the most successful entertainers with a career

spanning more than two decades. With forty-four million albums sold, two

GRAMMY Awards, three Academy of Country Music Awards and 12 Billboard

Music Awards, she has made her mark in the world of music.”

Let LeAnn help you channel your Christmas spirit this December!

Tickets: $50-$85 Ticket Office: 209-381-0500


America’s most beloved animal expert,

Jack Hanna, brings his two-time Emmy

Award winning television series to the

live stage with Jack Hanna’s Into the

Wild Live! In this awe-inspiring event,

Jungle Jack will introduce you to some

of the world’s most spectacular ani-

mals. Jack will also share humorous

stories and amazing exclusive footage

from his worldwide adventures. From the jungles of Rwanda to the savannas of Australia,

Jack has explored the corners of the globe as one of the most visible and respected ani-

mal ambassadors. You’ve seen his countless appearances on David Letterman, Good

Morning America and so many more – now you can enjoy Jungle Jack’s infectious energy

as he takes you “into the wild!” to see some of the world’s most fascinating animals, live!

Tickets: $20-$35, Student Prices Available Ticket Office: 209-381-0500


Tickets: $24-$29 per ticket Ticket Office: 209-381-0500 Tickets Online: mercedtheatre.org

“From theaters and festivals to showrooms and prisons, audiences have reveled in the boom-chicka-boom sound

recreated in this captivating, respectful and fun show. With more than 250 professional shows to its credit, James Garner’s Tribute to

Johnny Cash is solidly established as one of the best tribute acts in the country.

While James is not a Johnny Cash impersonator, he is a Johnny Cash fan (a really big one). James became hooked on Cash’s

music at an early age, getting his hands on everything Cash. At age fourteen, he met Cash backstage after one of the singer’s shows,

shaking his hand and telling him he was his ‘biggest fan.’ Against that backdrop, James and his band proudly present the Man in Black’s

music as fans, for fans.”

Friday, February

26, 2015 at 8:00

Tickets: $25-$30 per ticket

Ticket Office: 209-381-0500


“This award winning and top rated drum group from Shanghai offers a theatrical drum drama depicting historical and culturally significant drum compositions that present profound insight into unity, human evolution, awareness,

wisdom, social commitment, and communication through percussive movements.

Director Yang Xiaodong and his authentic ancient drum movements as well as the actual ancient drums themselves represent a powerful lineage of drum movements dating back to the times of the Emperors of Chinese Dynasties with a

contemporary approach to a moving presentation that has been featured at many outdoor festivals and arts centers throughout China. The show features drum vignettes based on timeless Chinese proverbs, fables, and fairy tales.”

Sunday, March 06, 2016 at 3:00 PM




“The untimely death of John Denver’s in 1997 was a tragedy that was felt the world over. Such a void in the musical world left John’s ardent fans demanding that his

music survive. CBS television responded by producing a made for TV movie: ‘Take Me Home, the John Denver Story’ in which Jim landed an off-camera role singing as the voice of John Denver. This experience inspired Jim to produce full–length

John Denver tribute concerts.

He’s not your usual ‘Vegas style’ impersonator. In fact, he is not an impersonator at all. Jim sings, in his own natural voice, a tribute to the music in a way that has to

be seen and heard to understand the pure honesty of his amazing performance. His looks and his voice are simply a pleasant coincidence that captures the true

essence of John Denver’s music. Curry’s heartfelt delivery rolls out into the crowd as multi-platinum hits like ‘Rocky Mountain High,’ ‘Annie’s Song’ and ‘Calypso’ fill

the room.”




The stage adaptation of Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel To Kill a Mockingbird takes place in a small southern town over the course of a summer; two children are forever changed when their lawyer father does the unthinkable and defends a black man in court. To Kill a Mockingbird delivers a portrait of a small town, chalk full of lessons of justice and toler-ance. Everyone loves this timeless Harper Lee novel and now, thanks to Playhouse Merced, you can enjoy it live on the stage!



Tickets: TBD Ticket Office: 209-381-0500

1776 is a musical retelling of the American Revolution's po-

litical struggle in the Continental Congress to declare in-

dependence. John Adams- generally loathed by other con-

gress members- will join Richard Henry Lee, Benjamin Frank-

lin, and Thomas Jefferson to battle those in Congress who

oppose the movement to declare independence from Eng-

land. With much diligence, these four eventually defeat

those opposing them, which leads to the passing of the reso-

lution that frees America from British tyranny.

Friday, July 08, 2016

Times Vary

Foreverland first took the stage in San Francisco in June 2009, just two weeks before

Michael Jackson passed away. Since then, this 14-piece tribute has become a larger-

than-life celebration of his musical legacy from coast to coast. Not only will die-hard

fans relive their favorite MJ moments, but younger crowds will be given the chance to

discover this amazing, timeless music. There are no impersonations, just an honest,

dynamic tribute that aims to honor and do justice to the music and spirit of the King of

Pop. Audiences around the country are mesmerized by their one-of-a-kind performanc-

es, and each crowd they play to is bigger than the last. Foreverland boasts four dynamic

vocalists, a powerhouse rhythm section, and a slamming horn section that together

recreate hits like “I Want You Back”, “Don’t Stop Til You Get enough”, “Smooth Crimi-

nal”, and “Thriller” with energy, groove, and force. Jackson lives on night after night in

the hearts (and dancing feet) of audiences moved by this electrifying tribute.

F O R E V E R L A N D

comes to The Merced Theatre on August 21, 2015

At 8:00 PM

Tickets: $25.00 Ticket Office: 209-381-0500

Tickets Online: www.mercedtheatre.org

Mike Amaral’s

California Beach Boys

Saturday, August 01, 2015

7:00 PM

Kellie Pickler

Friday, September 18, 2015

8:00 PM

Petty Fever:

The Ultimate Tom Petty Tribute

Saturday, October 17, 2015

8:00 PM

Kidzbop Kids

Sunday, December 06, 2015

3:00 PM

LeAnn Rimes—Christmas Style

Saturday December 12, 2015

8:00 PM

Jack Hanna’s Into The Wild

Friday, January 15, 2016

7:00 PM

James Garner’s

Johnny Cash Tribute

Friday, February 26, 2016

8:00 PM

Gu Gu Drums

Sunday, March 06, 2016

3:00 PM

Jim Curry:

The Songs of John Denver

Sunday, April 03, 2016

3:00 PM

To Kill A Mockingbird

Friday, June 10 & Saturday, June 11, 2016 @ 7:30 PM

Sunday, June 12, 2016 @ 2:00 PM

1776

Friday, July 08 & Saturday, July 09, 2016 @ 7:30 PM

Sunday, July 10, 2106 @ 2:00 PM

Foreverland

A Michael Jackson Tribute

Friday, August 21, 2015 @ 8:00 PM

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