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wellsfargocenterarts.org After three months of work, involving over 100 construction crew members representing 8 trade unions and 26 sub-contractors, the 1600-seat Ruth Finley Person Theater re-opened on August 16th with a performance by Patti LaBelle! Highlights of the renovation include:

• 300 additional square feet on stage, and 700 additional square feet backstage.• Raising the ceiling over the stage by 10 feet to better accommodate sets and

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John Legend:The All of Me Tour Tuesday, April 1See page 7!

Dana CarveySaturday, May 31See page 11!

Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s GoodSunday, May 4See page 11!

Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl InterruptedFriday and Saturday, March 7 and 8See page 5!

Cesar Millan Live!Sunday, April 13See page 9!

Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence TourThursday, May 1See page 10!

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SPRING EVENTS: March 4 – May 31

Lisa Lampanelli makes a departure from her signature “insult”

comedy with the developmental production of her one-woman

theatrical show, “Fat Girl Interrupted.” In her first theatrical

production, Lisa will reveal the woman behind the comic, and

her struggle with food, men and body image, showing a side to

Comedy’s Lovable Queen of Mean that few would guess exists.

$35/$30 - CONTAINS ADULT CONTENT

Lisa Lampanelli’s One-Woman Theatrical Show “Fat Girl Interrupted”

Friday & Saturday, March 7 & 8 at 7:30pm and 10pmPerformed in the East Auditorium

4 SHOWS!

With the power of gospel and the precision of Broadway, Ladysmith

Black Mambazo is the undisputed king of mbube, South African a

cappella singing. The group catapulted to worldwide fame as part

of Paul Simon’s “Graceland,” and continue to thrill audiences around

the world with strong, proud melodies, harmonized in layers of call

and response. In 2014, Ladysmith Black Mambazo celebrates over

fifty years of joyous and uplifting music with a new show of songs

from their long, illustrious career including selections from their

recent, Grammy-nominated recording, “Songs from a Zulu Farm,” as

well as their new 2014 CD release.

$39/$29

Ladysmith Black MambazoTuesday, March 4 at 8pm

TYLER BROWN. PHOTO: EDUARDO PATINO. Official U.S. Tour Sponsor:

Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy

of the most talented young dancers with the passion and creative

vision of today’s outstanding emerging choreographers. Under

the artistic direction of Troy Powell, the Ailey spirit shines as this

critically-acclaimed company presents an exhilarating and diverse

repertory of timeless classics and thrilling new works.

$45/$25

Ailey IITroy Powell, Artistic Director

Wednesday, March 5 at 8pmPre-show discussion at 7pm

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Sid the Science Kid – Live! stars Sid, an “inquisitive youngster”

who uses comedy to tackle questions kids have about basic

scientific principles and why things work the way they do. Join

Sid, May, Gabriela, and Gerald as they discover the excitement

and curiosities of the world with you!

$21 Adults/$16 Children

Jim Henson’s Sid the Science Kid – Live! BASED ON THE PBS KIDS TV SERIES

PRESENTED BY MILLS ENTERTAINMENT

Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30pm

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The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra is comprised of 15 of

jazz music’s leading soloists, and led by Wynton Marsalis, the

internationally acclaimed trumpeter, composer, bandleader, and

educator. Drawing from an extensive repertoire that includes

original compositions, as well as the masterworks of Ellington,

Mingus, Coltrane, and other jazz greats, Wynton Marsalis and the

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra perform the full vigor and vision of

America’s music.

$89/$69/$49

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton MarsalisSunday, March 9 at 8pm

The Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most popular and sought after

big band in the world today and tours the globe paying homage

to its namesake bandleader. The 18-member orchestra, including

the Moonlight Serenaders vocal group, will perform Glenn Miller’s

greatest hits including “In the Mood,” “Moonlight Serenade,”

“Chattanooga Choo Choo,” and many other big band favorites from

the World War II era.

$45/$30

T H E W O R L D F A M O U S

Glenn Miller OrchestraSaturday, March 15 at 3pmPre-show discussion at 2pm

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GENEROUS SUPPORT PROVIDED BY DRU AND HEIDI ARGUE


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Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale, Peter Pan tells the story of the

“boy who never grew up.” When Peter whisks Wendy, John, and

Michael away to Neverland, they face the villainous pirate Captain

Hook, who’ll stop at nothing to defeat Peter and his crew of Lost

Boys. It will take faith, hope, and a pinch of fairy dust to bring

everyone safely home.


Peter PanPRESENTED BY THEATREWORKSUSA

Friday, March 28 at 6:30pm

Nine-time Grammy Award winning artist John Legend brings his 2014

North American tour to Santa Rosa! Featuring John in an intimate

and acoustic setting, highlighted by guitar/vocal accompaniment as

well as a string quartet, the tour comes in support of Legend’s highly

acclaimed fourth studio album Love In the Future which continues to

gain momentum on the Billboard 200 Chart and currently sits in the

top 10 on the R&B Album Chart. Produced by Legend and longtime

collaborators Kanye West and Dave Tozer, the albums smash single

“All of Me,” was recently certified Gold sales status.

$90/$75/$55

An Evening with John Legend: The All of Me Tour

Tuesday, April 1 at 8pm

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“The Club,” serving complimentary

drinks and snacks before the

show and during intermission.

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A Conversation with Ina Garten, the Barefoot ContessaModerated by Tori Ritchie

Wednesday, April 2 at 8pm

Ina Garten, the celebrated specialty food

store maven and bestselling cookbook

author, was once a nuclear budget

analyst at President Carter’s White

House. Garten left Washington,

D.C. in 1978 to buy a 400 sq. ft.

store called Barefoot Contessa

in the Hamptons. Since then, she has gone on to write a number of phenomenally successful

cookbooks, including The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook. Her TV show, “Barefoot Contessa,” is

one of the highest rated shows on Food Network. Onstage, Ina Garten delivers a charming

insider’s view of her world and the pleasures of good food, cooked with love and passion.

Enjoy an interactive Q&A with Ina after the show.

$65/$45


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Cesar Millan Live!Sunday, April 13 at 8pm

Cesar Millan returns to Santa Rosa after a SOLD OUT appearance

in 2013 with his LIVE stage show. The star of Nat Geo WILD’s

“Leader of the Pack” will reveal the secrets of happier, healthier

relationships between humans and their canine companions in his

exciting live show. Joined by his famous four-legged companion,

Junior, Cesar will share his philosophies and methods, present

examples via live demonstrations with multiple dogs, and lead an

audience Q&A.

$69/$59/$49

Oscar-nominated songwriter and indie music star Aimee Mann

always provides her fans with well-crafted music and lyrics that

reflect her wry worldview. Former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins sees

his poetry as “a form of travel writing” and considers humor “a door

into the serious”—a door that thousands of readers have opened

with amazement and delight. The two met at a 2011 White House

event honoring the art of American poetry and now come together

for an evening celebrating the perspective and reflection that comes

from a writer’s eye.

$45/$30

Aimee Mann & Billy Collins: An Evening of Acoustic Music and Spoken WordFriday, April 18 at 8pm

“[Aimee Mann is] one of the finest

songwriters of her generation.” T H E N E W YO R K T I M E S

“Billy Collins writes lovely poems...

Gently and consistently startling,

more serious than they seem.” J O H N U P D I K E


“Never has the music of the Beatles sounded as good as this night with the live orchestra” - Newport News

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Beatles’ U.S. breakthrough

tour with this nationally-acclaimed tribute band featuring original

members of the Broadway sensation “Beatlemania.” Together with

the Santa Rosa Symphony, they’ll perform your favorite Beatles

tunes exactly as they were written.

$80/$61/$50/$37

Return of the Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to the BeatlesMICHAEL BERKOWITZ, POPS CONDUCTOR

Sunday, April 27 at 3pm

Pre-concert discussion with Maestro Berkowitz at 2pm

Straight No Chaser returns to Santa Rosa after their SOLD OUT

appearance in 2012. Performing on the heels of the release

of their fourth album, “Under The Influence,” they have built a

reputation as an unforgettable live act, and as a group setting

itself apart from other a cappella acts with its contemporary

repertoire and dynamic approach.

$52/$42

Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour

Thursday, May 1 at 8pm

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad DayPRESENTED BY TWO BEANS PRODUCTIONS

Saturday, May 3 at 3pm

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Alexander wakes up with gum in his hair, trips on a skateboard,

and accidentally drops his sweater in the sink – all before

breakfast! Alexander can already tell it’s going to be a terrible,

horrible, no good, very bad day! Laugh and sing along with

Alexander’s misadventures in this hilarious musical.


SPONSORED BY EVELYN TRUMANADDITIONAL GENEROUS SUPPORT BY FREEMAN TOYOTA LEXUS



Best known as Charlotte’s flamboyant wedding planner in the “Sex

in the City” series, celebrated comedian and actor Mario Cantone

brings his high energy comedy cabaret to Santa Rosa! Cantone

has appeared on Broadway, “The Today Show,” Comedy Central,

and as a guest host on “The View.” Backed by a quartet, you won’t

want to miss his spot-on celebrity impersonations and hilarious

musical impressions.

$65/$45CONTAINS MATURE CONTENT

Mario Cantone Live! Friday, May 9 at 8pm

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Rodney Carrington is a multitalented

comedian, actor and writer whose

comedy albums have sold over 3 million

copies. Rodney also starred in his own TV

sitcom “Rodney,” which ran for two seasons on

ABC. He co-wrote and co-starred with Toby Keith in the

feature film Beer for My Horses.


Emmy Award-winning comedian and “Saturday Night Live” alum

Dana Carvey returns to Wells Fargo Center for the Arts bringing

his uncanny comedic impersonations and comedic characters

to the stage!


Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s GoodSunday, May 4 at 8pm

Dana CarveySaturday, May 31 at 8pm

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Stuart LittlePresented by Dallas Children’s Theatre

Friday, February 21 at 6:30pm

All the charm, wisdom, and joy of E.B. White’s classic

book are brought to life as the mild-mannered Stuart Little

encounters adventures and misadventures, while discovering

the true meaning of family, loyalty and friendship.

Peter Pan Presented by TheatreworksUSA

Friday, March 28 at 6:30pm

Peter, Wendy, John, and Michael will use faith, hope, and a pinch

of fairy dust to face the villainous pirate Captain Hook, who’ll

stop at nothing to defeat Peter and his crew of Lost Boys.

Jim Henson’s Sid the Science Kid — Live! Presented by Mills Entertainment

Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30pm

Based on the PBS Kids TV series, join Sid, May, Gabriela and

Gerald as they use comedy and curiosity to tackle questions

kids have about the world around them!

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Presented by Two Beans Productions

Saturday, May 3 at 3pm

Laugh and sing along with Alexander’s misadventures in this

hilarious musical, and discover along with Alexander that

sometimes, everyone has a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day.

Be sure to join us

for post-show

autograph sessions

with the cast!

FREE FUN WITH ART!Join us in the lobby one hour prior to each performance for free arts and crafts tailored to fit each performance. We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!

Additional generous support provided by:

Entertainment that’s perfect for the whole family!

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Watch for our 2014-15 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series announcement coming in April!


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Experience life in the studio like Picasso and other great artists!

Explore creativity and express your inner artist by working with

2D and 3D media, including painting, drawing, printmaking and

sculpture. Campers complete a number of works of art during the

week, culminating with an art exhibit.

No previous art experience is necessary.

$150 for the week

Draw It! Paint It! Sculpt It!Art Camp

July 7 –11, 2014 · 1 – 5pmFor students entering 4th – 7th grades

Explore the world of music in new ways. This week-long camp

emphasizes creativity and cooperation, while campers learn

about and experiment with music. Participants will explore music

through hands-on experience with a wide variety of traditional and

percussion instruments. During the week, campers will make an

instrument to take home, cut an original CD recording, sing, play,

and receive a t-shirt as a souvenir!

No previous musical experience is necessary.

$230 for the week

New Song Music CampJuly 28 – August 1, 2014 · 9am – 3pmFor students entering 3rd – 6th grades

The acclaimed Missoula Children’s Theatre and Wells Fargo Center

for the Arts welcome children entering 1st – 12th grades to audition

to take part in the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. No

advance preparation or experience is necessary; enthusiasm and a

smile are the most important!

Auditions: Monday, June 23, 2014 · 10am to noon in the Lytton

Rancheria Grand Lobby (Applicants must participate in the entire

two hour audition.) Auditions begin promptly. Those selected must

be available each day, June 23 – 28, for rehearsals and performances.

Missoula Children’s TheatreA FREE Weeklong Theatre Residency June 23 – 28, 2014

AT W E L L S F A RG O C E N T E R F O R T H E A R T SSummer Camps Save

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REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 7!


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1 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Stunt Dog Experience

9 Engelbert Humperdinck

11 Chicago

15 Kathleen Madigan: Madigan Again

21 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Stuart Little

23 Symphony Pops Series: Three Phantoms in Concert

M A R C H 2 0 1 4

4 Ladysmith Black Mambazo

5 Rodney Strong Vineyards Dance Series: Ailey II

7-8 Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl Interrupted

9 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

12 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Jim Henson’s Sid the Science Kid – Live!

15 The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra

28 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Peter Pan

A P R I L 2 0 1 4

1 An Evening with John Legend: The All of Me Tour

2 A Conversation with Ina Garten, the Barefoot Contessa

13 Cesar Millan Live!

18 Aimee Mann & Billy Collins: An Evening of Acoustic Music and Spoken Word

27 Symphony Pops Series: Return of the Classical Mystery Tour – A Tribute to the Beatles

M AY 2 0 1 4

1 Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour

3 Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

4 Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s Good

9 Mario Cantone Live!

31 Dana Carvey

2013-2014 Season at-a-Glance

Shows are added throughout the year. Become a member to be the first to know!SEE PAGE 4 FOR DETAILS.

S E A S O N S P O N S O R

Our 2014-15 season announcement

is coming in May.

Become a member to be the first to buy! SEE PAGE 4 FOR DETAILS.


Purchasing Tickets

Season TicketsDiscounted season ticket packages are available in person or by phone for the Symphony Pops Series and the Clover Stornetta Family Fun Series. Season ticket holders receive:• Priority seating;• Keep the same seats for every show;• Save up to 28% off regular ticket prices!

Single TicketsTickets to individual performances are available online, in person, or by phone. Sign up for our e-mail list to find out about on sale dates for new shows added throughout the year. Become a member (see p. 5) to get early notification and advance purchase opportunities.

Group TicketsGroups of 10 or more quality for a 15% discount to selected shows. Contact the Patron & Member Services office at 707.546.3600 for more information.

Child/Student TicketsDiscounted tickets are available for children and students with a valid student ID for select performances. When available, child tickets may be purchased for children 12 years of age and younger. Please contact the ticket office for more information.

Ticket FeesFor season ticket packages, a one-time $9 handling fee will

be added to your order. For single ticket purchases, a 15% per

ticket handling fee will be added to your order when purchasing

online or by phone (except for Family Series shows, which have

a 10% fee). There are no added fees when purchasing single

tickets in person at the ticket office.

In Person Wells Fargo Center for the Arts Patron & Member Services Office50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Hours: 12 – 6pm daily

By Phone 707.546.3600

Hours: 12 – 6pm daily (Se habla Español.)

Online wellsfargocenterarts.org

Ticket PoliciesAll purchases are final. There are no refunds.

Ticket LimitLimit of eight (8) tickets per performance per person (regardless of the number of transactions). Ticket purchases are closely monitored and any tickets purchased above the limit will be voided without notice.

Refunds and ExchangesAll ticket purchases are final.

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ReprintsLost, damaged, or stolen tickets may be reprinted for reserved-seating performances only and will be available for pick-up one hour prior to the performance. Please present your current picture ID to the ticket office associate. There is a $2 per ticket reprint fee.

ResaleFor your own security, we strongly recommend that you do not purchase tickets from any supplier other than Wells Fargo Center for the Arts. Only tickets purchased directly from Wells Fargo Center for the Arts can be guaranteed, and tickets purchased from any other source are done so at your own risk and may be deemed invalid. The re-sale of tickets on Wells Fargo Center for the Arts property is strictly prohibited.

Policies subject to change without notice.

Venue Information

The Ruth Finley Person Theater is a 1600-seat venue where no seat is more than 75 feet from the stage, creating an intimate environment for you to enjoy your favorite performer.

ParkingConvenient onsite parking is included with your ticket purchase.

Directions1/8 mile east of Highway 101 in Santa Rosa. Take the River Road or Mark West Springs Road exit.

AccessibilityAccessible seating for patrons with mobility limitations are located in several locations on the main floor of the theater. Wheelchair accessible restrooms are also available on the main floor level. Please contact the ticket office to purchase tickets, or notify us of any special needs, so we can help make your experience exceptional.

Assisted Listening DevicesALDs are available at no cost to our patrons. Please notify the ticket office upon arrival.

Members Michael & Dolores Otten enjoy a

pre-show drink in “The Club”.

PHOTO: WILL BUCQUOY


50 Mark West Springs Road

Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Tickets & Information 707.546.3600 | wellsfargocenterarts.org

Lisa Lampanelli: Fat Girl Interrupted•March7–8

John Legend: The All of Me Tour•April1

Cesar Millan Live!•April13

Straight No Chaser: Under the Influence Tour•May1

Rodney Carrington: Laughter’s Good•May4

Dana Carvey•May31

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