Next Generation Jazz Series

Esteban's Restaurant 700 Munras Ave., Monterey, CA, United States

Each Thursday through September 12th, Esteban's Restaurant in the Casa Munras Hotel is sponsoring a series of performances by the most talented young musicians in the area at their venue. Your dinner includes the performance and you won't be dissatisfied. These aren't the kids who are still trying to work through the scales. These are […]

Disney’s “Newsies”

Golden Bough Theater Monte Verde St. &SW 8th Ave., Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

It's the musical tale of a newsboys strike. While this may not seem to be the stuff of musicals, the acclaim for the production would seem to support the worth of the work. Let's see how it works out. Check the website for dates and times.  http://pacrep,org

East Coast Swing

Palomar Ballroom 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, United States

Wednesdays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the East Coast Swing style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com  For […]

Hello Dolly!

Forest Theater Santa Rita & Mountain View, Carmel by the Sea, CA, United States

The Forest Theater Guild is presenting the story of Dolly Levin the matchmaker extraordinaire. One of Broadway's most famous plays and featuring some beloved actors from Monterey County Hello Dolly will have you tapping your toes and singing along.  Check website for times on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.   http://foresttheaterguild.org

Jazz Friday

Wild Fish 545 Lighthouse Dr., Pacific Grove, CA, United States

The folks at Wild Fish Restaurant are making their early evening diners a little happier. They are featuring local jazz talent, and there is a lot of that, at their site and inviting you to come in taste, enjoy, and listen. Only on Fridays though. Check the website for more info. http://wild-fish.com

Open Mic Comedy

Pink Flamingo Theater 2115 N. Fremont St. , Monterey , CA, United States

The Pink Flamingo Theater invites wanna-be comedians and experienced ones to come by and give it a go. Audiences are invited to be, well in attendance. The price couldn't be better. http://pinkflamingotheater.org

Salsa Dancing

Palomar Ballroom 1344 Pacific Ave., SAnta Cruz, CA, United States

Fridays at the Palomar Ballroom you can trip the light fantastic in the Salsa style. Lessons for beginning and intermediate dancers are available and then it is dancing for everyone. There are two fees for participation, one for dancing and party and the other for just dancing. Check the website for details. http://palomarballroom.com  For you […]

John Hiatt

Rio Theater 1205 Soquel Ave., Santa Cruz, CA, United States

If you haven't heard of him then he is the best singer songwriter you've never heard of. If you have, you already have tickets. Since this is an acoustic evening it reflects a shift in Mr. Hiatt's presentation. Maybe the beginning of a new chapter in his career. http://riotheatre.com

Monterey International Blues Festival

Monterey County Fairgrounds 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, United States

So many great musicians, such good music all guaranteed to help shake off the blues. Come and find out. One day in the presence of all this wonderful music and food will get you shed of those blues. Some of the dancing helps too. http://montereyinternationalbluesfestival.com

Monterey International Blues Festival

Monterey County Fairgrounds 2004 Fairground Rd., Monterey, CA, United States

Lots of Blues, lots of good food, and the setting of the County Fairgrounds. How can you resist? Come have a great day filled with music and good times.