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Palm Canyon Theatre Presents ‘Falsettos,’ July 11-20
Palm Canyon Theatre presents Falsettos, the Tony Award-winning musical by William Finn and James Lapine, running Friday, July 11, through Sunday, July 20.
Set in 1980s New York, Falsettos follows a Jewish family as they navigate love, identity and the AIDS crisis. Marvin (Luke Rainey) tries to keep his family together after leaving his wife, Trina (Georgia Smith), for his lover, Whizzer (Anthony Nannini). Their son, Jason (Desmond McLeod), prepares for his bar mitzvah amid the family’s emotional upheaval. Mendel (Jonathan Brett), the family’s therapist, become increasingly entangled in their personal lives, while Cordelia (Nicole Kennedy) and Dr. Charlotte (Jana Giboney) offer ongoing support and perspective.
Showtimes are Thursdays at 7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $41 for adults, $37 for seniors, and $20 for students. Use promo code CVI for $33 tickets.
Palm Canyon Theatre is located at 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive. For tickets or more information, visit palmcanyontheatre.org, or call 760-323-5123. (Sponsored Content)
Get Freeky
Catch heavy rock legends in an intimate setting! At 9 p.m., Thursday, July 10, The Freeks are set to play Pappy and Harriet’s, at 53688 Pioneertown Road, in Pioneertown. The Freeks are a musical supergroup, featuring members of Fu Manchu, Nebula, Mike Watt and more. The band is bringing their high-energy, psychedelic, hard rock thunder to Pioneertown for one undeniably loud and sweaty show. Local acts The Jean Genies and Silver Cholla are set to open the show. Tickets are $13.73. For tickets and more information, visit pappyandharriets.com. —Matt King
Plants Without Pots
You’ve seen them hanging in boutique windows or in plant stores; now it’s your turn to get your hands dirty. At 11 a.m., Saturday, July 12, the La Quinta Library at 78275 Calle Tampico, invites grown-up plant lovers (ages 18+) to beat the heat and make their very own Kokedama ball. This Japanese planting technique swaps traditional planters for bound bundles of soil wrapped in moss and twine. Hang them; set them in a dish; and the result is green tranquility. This free, hands-on workshop is part of the Lunch at the Library Partner Project, funded by the state of California and supported by the California State Library. The event is open to anyone in Riverside County, and all materials will be provided, while supplies last. Learn more here. —Charles Drabkin
Classic Tunes
Revisit classic rock gems on a beautiful Indio evening. At 7 p.m., Saturday, July 12, classic-rock revival outfit The Desert Crows will dust off memorable jams and timeless riffs for Indio’s Second Saturday event, hosted at Center Stage, at 82881 Miles Ave. The summer heat dwindles for a bearable night experience after sundown, so bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and enjoy a wonderful evening of food trucks, drinks and rock favorites. The event is free. For more information, visit www.instagram.com/cityofindio. —Matt King
Thrash Brightly
A Portland, Ore.., band is visiting Idyllwild to share their unique, heavy sound. At 5 p.m., Sunday, July 13, rockers Fox Medicine take their “Bubblegum Doom” sound to Hunky Dory Records, at 54425 N. Circle Drive, in Idyllwild, for a live performance. The band offers a unique musical combination, taking all the heavy, ear-shattering guitar tones and drum breaks from stoner rock and doom metal, and sprinkling in poppy, high-pitched vocals and lyrical subject matter revolving around dolls, bubblegum, candy and more. Their live set is not one to be missed, as the band’s bright-colored wardrobe, gear patterns and stage presence are all sights to see! The show is free. For more information, visit www.instagram.com/hunkydoryrecordsidy. —Matt King
Wonderful Tonight
A tremendous tribute band returns to town! At 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 16, the star-studded Eric Clapton tribute band The Cream of Clapton Band heads to Big Rock Pub, at 79940 Westward Ho Drive, in Indio, for an evening of Clapton covers and blues wizardry. The band, fronted by Clapton’s nephew Will Johns, also features former Clapton drummer Steve Ferrone, longtime Clapton bassist Nathan East, and a series of other all-stars. At this show, the band will pay tribute to Clapton classics like the 24 Nights and Unplugged albums. Tickets start at $49.87. You must be 21+ to attend. For tickets and more information, visit thecreamofclaptonband.com. —Matt King
Puppies and Poltergeists
Desert TheatreWorks is ranging from Broadway to barks as the 2025 Kids Works Summer Musical Theatre Camp wraps up with two shows that are heartwarming and hilarious. First up, the younger campers (up to fourth grade) are bringing the spots and the sass in Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS, with toe-tapping tunes, puppy puns and a Cruella you’ll love to boo, with two 30-minute performances, at 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., Friday, July 18. This is a great way to support the kids and get out of the heat; tickets are $15. Next, the older group (grades 5-8) unleashes the underworld with Beetlejuice JR, an adaptation of the cult classic that’s campy and chaotic in the best way. Lydia, Beetlejuice and the gang deliver a full-on 60-minute experience, with Broadway-style belting and stagecraft that’ll make you forget this cast isn’t even in high school yet. These shows are at 5 and 7:30 p.m., Friday, July 18; tickets are $20. DTW’s education team runs both camps, and the results will leave you impressed. Shows sell out quickly, so grab your tickets at dtworks.org, and support the stars of tomorrow. —Charles Drabkin
Deli Decadence
On the Mark, at 111 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 155, in Palm Springs (enter on Museum Way), is known for its artfully curated selection of cheeses, charcuterie, wines and pantry goods. Now, the store is increasing its luxe offerings at the On The Mark Caviar Launch Party, and they’re inviting you to taste the high life. Join the celebration at 6 p.m., Friday, July 18, to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and a taste of the caviar, along with other indulgent bites. This swanky soirée is more than just a tasting; it’s a chance to support a local business that’s been elevating the desert’s culinary game for more than a decade. Tickets are $81.88, and seating is limited; get those tickets here. —Charles Drabkin
Be a Citizen Scientist
Get nerdy for nature at the Summer BioBlitz at the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center , at 51500 Highway 74, in Palm Desert, running Sunday, July 20, through Saturday, July 26. Hosted by the Friends of the Desert Mountains, this free, family-friendly event invites explorers of all ages to join scientists, naturalists and fellow amateur sleuths in identifying as many species as possible. Bring your phone, curiosity and sunscreen, as well as a hat, good shoes and plenty of water, and use the iNaturalist app to record wildlife and plants in real-time. Every observation helps scientists understand the biodiversity of our fragile ecosystem, and every participant gets a deeper appreciation for the mountains in our backyard. For more information or to RSVP, click here. —Charles Drabkin
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