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Victor/Victoria at Palm Canyon Theatre!
On the brink of starvation, Victoria Grant achieves stardom by masquerading as a man, “Count Victor Grazinski,” who performs as a female impersonator. When macho businessman King Marchan develops feelings for “Victor,” and Victoria reciprocates, the whirlwind of complications begin, ultimately revealing a moving story about self-discovery, tolerance and second chances.
Starring Christine Tringali-Nunes as Victoria and David Brooks as Toddy, Victor/Victoria boasts a talented cast featuring Rob Kreisinger Denk as King Marchan, Se Layne as Norma Cassidy, Darin MacLeod as Squash Bernstein, Bryan Kreisinger Denk as Sal Andretti, Terry Huber as Andre Cassell, and Adam Hieter as Henri Labisse. The cast is rounded out with featured ensemble members Neil Badham, Linda Mack Berven, Taylor Dibble, Jackson Enzler, Emmy Kaminsky, Elissa Landi, Larry Martin, Patrick Benjamin Nash, John Rathgeb, Denise Rooney, Fiona Sarchett, Taylor Graham and Sanai Wright.
Victor/Victoria is directed by Derik Shopinski, with musical direction by Robert Ollis, and choreography by Se Layne, with set and lighting design by J.W. Layne, and projections by Nick Edwards.
- Fridays: March 14, March 21, March 28, April 4: 8 p.m.
- Saturdays: March 15, March 22, March 29, April 5: 8 p.m.
- Sundays: March 16, March 23, March 30, April 6: 2 p.m.
- Thursdays: March 20, March 27, April 3: 2 p.m.
Victor/Victoria is presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. For tickets or more information, visit palmcanyontheatre.net. (Sponsored Content)
Multidisciplinary Creatives
Catch musicians, who also make visual art, playing music! At 7 p.m., Friday, March 7, Gill Landry (Old Crow Medicine Show), Jon Langford (The Mekons) and Russ Tolman (True West) are set to perform at Little Street Music Hall, at 82707 Miles Ave., in Indio. All three musicians have respected careers in music, but also double as visual artists. They, among many others, will have their artistic works on display at MAD.KAT Gallery in the exhibit Sound & Vision: The Visual Art of Recording. Tickets for the concert start at $22.47 online, or are $25 at the door. For tickets and more information, visit TickPick. —Matt King
Art Outside (Big Scale)
Breathtaking art installations are returning to the valley! Starting Saturday, March 8, Desert X will once again be decorating a variety of local locations with gorgeous sculptures and widely unique art installations. Eleven artists from all over the world have crafted exhibits, with Desert X placing them in unique outdoor spaces throughout the desert. All the art will be on display until May 11! For locations and more information, visit desertx.org. —Matt King
Fight for Women’s Rights
On International Women’s Day, from 10 a.m. until noon, Saturday, March 8, join Courageous Resistance and Indivisible of the Desert at the Downtown Palm Springs Park, at 134 N. Museum Drive, near the statue of Marilyn Monroe, to Unite and Resist Against Fascism. The goal: to defend human rights, bodily autonomy and the future of democracy. Gathering together with a community can motivate change, and give you hope for our future. You can sign up here, or just show up. If you are early in your career as a protester, the Human Rights Campaign has some great tips for peaceful protest preparedness. Remember: Whenever approached by law enforcement, you have the right to remain SILENT! —Charles Drabkin
Art Outside (Smaller Scale)
The Rotary Club of Indio is holding its fourth annual Artisan Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 8, in conjunction with the Indio Farmers’ Market, at the corner of Towne Street and Bliss Avenue. The art show features Coachella Valley artists showcasing, demonstrating and selling their work, including paintings, ceramics, photography and jewelry. In addition to the art, the festival will have live entertainment by DJ Devil Dog, food trucks and children’s activities. Plus, check out an adopt-a-pet booth with cats and dogs in need of loving homes. This is a free, family-friendly event. For more information, visit www.indiorotary.org/festival.php. —Charles Drabkin
Defend Yourself
In these uncertain times, everyone should have the tools to defend oneself. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, March 8, Safety Blows Self Defense will host a free class for all skill and fitness levels in the back room at Chill Bar, at 217 E. Areana Road, in Palm Springs. The instructor is Tony Kawakami, an Army veteran and member of the LGBTQ+ community with nearly 40 years of experience as a personal trainer and self-defense instructor. Although the event is free, tickets are required and can be reserved here. Of course, donations are gladly accepted. For more information about Safety Blows, check out safetyblows.org. —Charles Drabkin
Midcentury Music
Folk icons are gracing a local stage! At 7 p.m., Monday, March 10, enjoy an intimate performance from The Kingston Trio and The Limeliters at the McCallum Theatre, at 73000 Fred Waring Drive, in Palm Desert. Timeless folk songs from the ’50s and ’60s will be revisited during an evening filled with nostalgia, stories and musical appreciation. Tickets start at $48. For tickets and more information, visit www.mccallumtheatre.org. —Matt King
Night Owls and Tacos
Enjoy some Chicano desert rock alongside some great tastes. At 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, local Latin psychedelic rock outfit Giselle Woo and the Night Owls will perform at the weekly Tastes and Sounds of Cathedral City event, hosted at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, at 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, in Cathedral City. The sonic flavor of the Night Owls will satisfy your eardrums, while Fat Boy Tacos, E&E Pels Italian Ices and Nice Hass have your taste buds covered! Admission is free. For more information, visit tastesandsounds.discovercathedralcity.com. —Matt King
Animal Art
Karen and Tony Barone’s playful, larger-than-life sculptures are parts of public art installations across the valley. From Saturday, March 15, through Sunday, April 20, their rabbits, cats and abstract pieces will take over Town Square Park in Cathedral City, at 68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, creating CATalysts for the Future. This free outdoor exhibition brings the Barones’ signature bold colors and playful designs into everyday spaces, creating the perfect backdrop for your next Instagram moment! It is virtually impossible to walk away from this “too-hot-to-pet” zoo without a smile on your face. For more information, check out facebook.com/DiscoverCathedralCity. —Charles Drabkin
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