Tickets to performances in the Gallo Center’s 2024 season are on sale to the public. The world’s finest performers are coming to the Central Valley’s premier arts and entertainment destination, and you don’t want to waste a minute in securing the best seats to the shows you want to see the most. It’s going to be an amazing season! Get your tickets at the Gallo Center Ticket Office in downtown Modesto or online at galloarts.org.
Gallo Center for the Arts
1000 I Street, Modesto, CA 95354
Shakespeare at its Ballet Best
Central West Ballet presents “Romeo & Juliet”, complete with show-stopping fencing, dramatic dances, Prokofiev’s score and a final scene that leaves no one untouched; it is Shakespeare at its best. Performances are May 17, at 7:00pm and May 18, at 2:00 pm at the Gallo Center for the Arts.
Tickets available here.
Frost/Nixon at Prospect Theater May 17-26
by Peter Morgan
Directed by Traci Sprague
Nominated for the Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League Award 2007
MAY 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 25, 26
In the television age, image is king, and both men are desperate to out-talk and upstage each other as the cameras roll. The result is the interview that sealed a president’s legacy.
Page to Stage Discussion in the Artist Lab Sunday, May 19th.
Talkback with Cast and Director in the theater Sunday, May 26th.
Prospect Theater Project
1214 K Street, Modesto, CA 95354
Modesto is Recruiting for Entertainment Commissioners
If you’re looking at this page, you already know that entertainment events are integral to Modesto’s vibrancy. The City of Modesto’s Entertainment Commission plays a key role in supporting both business and special events.
Entertainment Commissioner positions are filled by qualification to represent specific stakeholder groups:
- Business Permit Holders
- Non-profit/Special Event Holders
- Board Member/Economic or Tourism Organizations
- At-large Citizens
The City of Modesto has openings for one Business Permit Holder, one Non-profit/Special Event Holder, one Board Member/Economic or Tourism Organization and one At-large Citizen. Becoming a commission member is an excellent way to connect with the City and community and get valuable experience.
Information about serving on the Entertainment Commission can be found here.
Board and Commission Applications are online.
Celebration of the Arts
Thursday, May 23, 2024
6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Greens on Tenth, 953 10th Street
An unforgettable evening celebrating the vibrant arts community of Modesto and Stanislaus County.
Event Highlights:
Hosted by: Sam Pierstorff, The Ninja Poet, and Roy Stevens, an International Opera Singer.
Artistic Expressions: Music, Dance, Spoken Word, Visual Arts, and more.
Awards of Recognition: Celebrating excellence in 10 categories.
Hall of Fame Inductions: A tribute to arts visionaries shaping our cultural legacy.
Catch a Movie at Downtown Theatres
The State – Showtimes and Tickets
Brenden Modesto – Showtimes and Tickets.
Looking for Something Fun to Do?
There’s so much to do in downtown Modesto, whether you’re looking for a great meal, a movie, a boutique, or a fun place to have a drink with friends. Click here for the downtown directory.
For your convenience, we are providing the following link with dining options for downtown Modesto eateries.
Please be sure to call first since posted information is subject to change.
Please remember that you may also support these local businesses by using your RAD Card, purchasing a gift card and/or gift certificate.
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