Tag Archives: CCPA

Gershwin On Gershwin Was A Great Show

Posted on Sunday, February 14, 2010 by Paul

We went to Cerritos to see Gershwin On Gershwin and it was quite nice. Alexis had six fantastic backup singers and a sixteen piece orchestra.

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Woody Herman Orchestra At CPAA

Posted on Sunday, January 17, 2010 by Paul

Jazz clarinetist-saxophonist Woody Herman revolutionized Swing music with a repertoire that embraced a wide spectrum of genres, including Blues, Bop, and Rock.  The Big Band leader won Grammys for Thundering Herd, Giant Steps, and the album Encore: Woody Herman, 1963. … Continue reading →

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The Heart Strings At Cerritos Center For The Performing Arts

Posted on Friday, December 11, 2009 by Paul

Bowfire celebrates the magic of the season with Holiday Heart Strings, a fast-paced theatrical extravaganza filled with virtuoso violinists and fiddlers, incredible Tap and Step dancers, and gifted singers performing show-stopping hits. As seen on PBS, Bowfire’s ensemble of world-renowned … Continue reading →

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The Irish Tenors Give The Season A Boost!

Posted on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 by Paul

One of the most successful Irish touring acts of the last 20 years, The Irish Tenors thrills old fans and wins new ones with its euphoric harmonies, lush orchestration, and unscripted humor.  Accompanied by an orchestra, the Celtic music kings … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Gift With Jimmy Dorsey At CCPA

Posted on Sunday, December 6, 2009 by Paul

Get into the holiday spirit with the Jimmy Dorsey Orchestra and The Pied Pipers in A Christmas Gift, a festive showcase of seasonal songs and Big Band hits from the ’40s. Enjoy traditional holiday music as well as the Jimmy … Continue reading →

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Christmas In Ireland At CPAA

Posted on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 by Paul

We are off to the local playhouse, Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts.  In this Celtic holiday celebration, the acclaimed ensemble Danú and a choir pay homage to early Irish heritage and customs in a presentation of traditional music and … Continue reading →

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A Visit With Guy Lombardo At CPAA

Posted on Sunday, November 15, 2009 by Paul

In the ’20s, bandleader Guy Lombardo soared to prominence with a distinctive sound that blended lively Jazz with soothing dance music. The signature sound that made the Lombardo Orchestra one of the most listened to, talked about, and imitated bands … Continue reading →

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That’s Italian At The Cerritos Performing Arts Center

Posted on Sunday, November 8, 2009 by Paul

Take fun, comedy, and music. Mix them all up and you have … That’s Italian! The Big Band musical extravaganza whips up a winning recipe of humor and camaraderie, served by Sinatra-era entertainers, including singer Julius LaRosa, Dean Martin’s singer-actress … Continue reading →

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The Rat Pack At Cerritos Center For The Performing Arts

Posted on Sunday, October 11, 2009 by Paul

A spirited tribute that re-creates 1950s Las Vegas when Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Joey Bishop, and Sammy Davis, Jr. dominated the nightclub scene, The Rat Pack Is Back! delights with “silly song parodies, bawdy banter, merciless razzing and a swinging … Continue reading →

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The Best Of DooWop

Posted on Sunday, October 4, 2009 by Paul

The Best Of Doo Wop Featuring The Buck Ram Platters, Charlie Thomas’ Drifters, Original Coaster Leon Hughes and His Group, The Olympics, The Vibrations, and Brenda Holloway With Comedy Host Scott Wood and The American Gold Band. We love DooWop … Continue reading →

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