Fresno Beautiful / Fresno Jazz

Marcos Dorado - artist
Fresno, California, USA
www.towermosaicchurch.org
Rated: PG
Art and Music

“Fresno Beautiful” ~ “Fresno Jazz”

For the 2007 Rogue Festival are pleased to host a wonderful art exhibition by renowned artist Marcos Dorado. This exhibition will feature the stunning portraits of local Fresnans and is the first installment in a series of 5 shows that will culminate in 2008 with a grand show entitled “100 Faces of Fresno”.

Each evening beginning at 7pm we will present performances by local jazz professionals and student musicians from selected area schools. Please visit www.towermosaic.org for more information and up-dates.

01 Thurs. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 - André Bush Quartet

02 Fri. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – FCC Jazz Improv Group

03 Sat. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – Buchanon HS Jazz Ensemble /Paul Lucckesi

04 Sun. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – Bullard HS Jazz Ensemble /John Ayala

07 Wed. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – FCC Latin Jazz Ensemble/ Beyond The Beat

08 Thurs. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – Les Nunes Sextet

09 Fri. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – CSUF Jazz Ensemble / CVB Trio

10 Sat. 4 - 7pm - Art Show

7 - 9:30 – Les Nunes Sextet

Art & Performances at
Tower Mosaic
1040 N. Fulton

$4 donation for 7 PM shows

4 & 7 PM

(Please visit www.towermosaic.org for more information.)

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The Complete History Of America (abridged)

Aithon Theatre Company
Fresno, California, USA
www.aithontheatre.com

Play-Comedy
45 min
Rated: PG
Disclosures: All ages.

Neck snapping quick changes that will transpose the actors through time and gender; covering war, pestilence, assassinations with side splitting comedy! How many Democrats does it take to screw in a light bulb? Who told Clinton, “Go ahead, who cares, she’s an intern!” Experience America through the insanity of Aithon!

$4

Sun. March 4, 8:45 PM
Wed. March 7, 6:15 PM
Fri. March 9, 6:15 PM

LATE COMERS ADMITTED

All shows performed at Veni Vidi Vici, 1116 N. Fulton

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The Show Show

Terry and His Friends
Fresno, California, USA
http://myspace.com/terryandhisfriends

Music, Puppetry, Storytelling
40 min
Rated: G – All ages

What kind of show is this? There’s storytelling… magic…puppets…music…paperfolding…balloons…improv…and silliness! So much happens, its…a…SHOW show! Terrance V. Mc Arthur does so many things, he’s known as Terry and His Friends! Each show is different, so see them all!

$3

Sat. March 3, 6:15 PM
Sun. March 4, 1:00 PM
Wed. March 7, 7:30 PM

LATE COMERS ADMITTED

All shows performed at Veni Vidi Vici, 1116 N. Fulton

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Hoarse Opera Part 2

The Spencer - Morris Group
Fresno, California, USA

Music Duo
45 min
Rated: PG

The Spencer-Morris Group, present the Hoarse Opera Part Two: Legends of the Television Past, a folk-jazz-blues musical, featuring the songs, vocals, as well as the multi-instrumental skills of Randy Morris. Join them on a revisit to television’s golden age on up to the hippie revolution.

$4

Fri. March 2, 8:45 PM
Wed. March 7, 7:30 PM
Sat. March 10, 3:45 PM

LATE COMERS ADMITTED

All shows performed at Spectrum Gallery, 1306 N. Wishon

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Poetry and Prose from Fresno State

San Joaquin Literary Association
Fresno, California, USA
www.myspace.com/sjla

Music: Poetry
45 min
Rated: PG-13
Disclosures: Old enough to appreciate a poem about frog sex.

Last year they brought you frog sex, Texan/Filipino weddings, and advice on how to be the best cellmate on the block. Now Fresno State’s best literary writers are back to mix it up even more. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll crawl on your belly like a reptile. Be there

$4

Fri. March 2, 7:30 PM
Sun. March 4, 6:15 PM
Thur. March 7, 6:15 PM

LATE COMERS ADMITTED

All shows performed at Spectrum Gallery, 1306 N. Wishon

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Lost Songs

Jose DeLoza
Fresno, California, USA
www.myspace.com/josedeloza

Music: Solo
45 min
Rated: PG-13
Disclosures: Romantics and music lovers. Over 18.

“I want to share the songs I’ve written over the years. Some people write books or journals. I write folky, melodic pop songs. They are songs about heartbreak and about joy. Songs about love, friends, family. About loss, about lessons learned… just about life. They are honest. They are real. They are catchy and good, not mopey. And they are no longer lost. Like me.

All shows playing at Spectrum Gallery 1306 N. Wishon

$4

Wed. March 7, 8:45 PM (Spectrum)
Fri. March 9, 10:00 PM (Spectrum)
Sat. March 10, 11:45 AM (Spectrum)

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Bullet Point

Jaguar Bennett
Fresno, California, USA
www.jaguarbennett.com

Music: Solo
45 min
Rated: R
Disclosures: Strong language, sexual images, charts and graphs.

Larry Driscoll has problems. His company is under SEC investigation. His partner is selling him out. Death stalks his family. His wife won’t sleep with him, and he suspects God feels the same way. But Larry can’t think about distractions; he’s making the most important PowerPoint presentation of his life.

$4

Sun. March 4, 8:45 PM
Wed. March 7, 8:45 PM
Fri. March 9, 7:30 PM

LATE COMERS ADMITTED

All shows performed at Ashtree Studios, 1035 N. Fulton

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Cool Swing, Hot Jazz!

Scats on The Sly
Fresno, California, USA
http://www.myspace.com/scatsonthesly

Music
35 min
Rated: G – All ages
Disclosures: Best for adults, all music lovers welcome

They may not write ‘em like that any more but Scats on The Sly definitely plays ‘em! With a swinging sound reminiscent of Squirrel Nut Zippers, this copacetic quartet will take you on a jumpin’ journey to a time when songs had charm, wit and sophistication and beat boxes, Marshall stacks and political correctness had yet to make an appearance.

* NOTE: Playing in more than one

$4

Sun. March 4, 5:00 PM (Ashtree Studios)
Wed. March 7, 8:45 PM (Veni Vidi Vici)
Sat. March 10, 7:30 PM (Ashtree Studios)

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Tribute to Mississippi John Hurt

Vince Thomas
Fresno, California, USA
http://myspace.com/vincenttomasi

Music: Solo
45 min
Rated: G – All ages
Disclosures: Best for adults, all music lovers welcome

If you like Early, Finger Style Country Blues, please join me in paying tribute to this unique Songster. John was a favorite on the Blues Revival circuit of the 1960’s and inspired many modern guitarists. Proceeds will be donated to, MJH Blues Foundation. See Ya There, Vince.

$4

Sat. March 3, 7:30 PM
Wed. March 7, 7:30 PM
Sat. March 10, 2:30 PM

LATE COMERS ADMITTED

All shows performed at Ashtree Studios, 1035 N. Fulton

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The Magician So Amazing He Amazes Himself

The Magic of Bryan Patrick
Fresno, California, USA
Genre: Magic

45 minutes
Rated: G
Latecomers within 15 minutes
Disclosures: All ages

The Magic of Bryan Patrick “The Magician So Amazing, He Amazes Himself”

ATTENTION: This show contains strong magic and random audience participation. Only those with a healthy sense of humor and a sick desire to see amazing magic should attend. The magician can be held responsible for audience shock and amazement during all performances. All audience members must remain conscious during the entire performance and give in to the uncontrollable urge to applaud and cheer.

$7

All shows performed at Dianna's South, 726 N. Fulton

Sat. March 3, 11:30 AM
Sun. March 4, 5:30 PM
Thur. March 8, 7:00 PM
Fri.. March 9, 8:30 PM

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Debi Ruud

Debi Ruud’s Jazz/Pop Cabaret
Fresno, California, USA
www.thevoiceshop.com
Genre: Cabaret

60 minutes
Rating: PG
Latecomers admitted within 15 minutes
Disclosures: Anyone is welcome

Sophistication and soulful emotions pour out with every classically phrased melody from the gorgeous Debi Ruud. Her renditions of pop and jazz standards will recall the cabaret style of Etta James, the Vegas humor of the Rat Pack, and powerful emotions owned solely by Debi.
Joined by friends Rich Severson and John Koontz (and a few surprise guests), Debi offers you this warm initiation to join her as she shares the culmination of 20+ years’ experience singing these beloved classics

$7

All shows performed at Dianna's South, 726 N. Fulton

Sat. March 3, 7:00 PM
Sun. March 4, 10:00 PM
Wed. March 7, 8:30 PM
Thur. March 8, 5:30 PM

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Thread

Entandem Productions
Fresno, California, USA
www.entandemprod.com
Genre: Play-Drama

60 minutes
Rated: PG-13
NO late comers admitted
Disclosures: Recommended for a mature audience. Adult subject matter.

“When a monster unravels, is there a man underneath?

Lisle Thread is the perfect consultant—silent, efficient, professional. Lisle is an expert at resolving troublesome situations. But when a somber but beautiful woman moves in across the hall, his carefully constructed life starts to unravel…”

$7

All shows performed at Dianna's South, 726 N. Fulton

Sat. March 3, 4:00 PM
Sun. March 4, 2:30 PM
Wed. March 7, 7:00 PM
Sat. March 10, 8:30 PM

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Tale End

Theatre J’Nerique
Fresno, California, USA
www.theatrejnerique.com
http://www.myspace.com/jnerique

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Genre: Play-Dramedy

57 minutes
Rated: R
NO late comers admitted
Disclosures: adult situations and language, loud sharp noises, underwear and the threat of nudity.

A quirky, fun, and deliciously devious ride with more twist and turns than a horny rattlesnake with a hernia. Tale End PREMIERS at Rogue 2007! What if the Kingdom was a casino in Vegas and the royalty had nary a speck of nobility? This taut one act blows the faerie out of the tale with a cold loaded Glock. A sleazy, grim re-imagined fantasy that will catch you smiling for all the wrong reasons. Plus, the threat of nudity is so real we had no choice but to rate it “R”… just in case. Be warned, you may need a drink or 5 directly after you experience the disemboweling of this fable.

$7

All shows performed at Dianna's South, 726 N. Fulton

Sat. March 3, 8:30 PM
Sun. March 4, 4:00 PM
Wed. March 7, 10:00 PM
Sat. March 10, 4:00 PM
Sat. March 10, 7:00 PM

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Who We Found Instead

Warm Gun Productions
Fresno, California, USA
Genre: Play-Comedy

45 minutes Rated:
PG-13
Latecomers within 15 minutes.
Disclosures: All ages.

Two hapless strangers and soldiers, Private Simon and Private Garfunkel are sent out to the Afghan wasteland with heavy backpacks, sandwiches and binoculars. And they each have a whistle. The mission? To find Osama. The real reason? To get these blundering buffoons out of the way so they won’t bring down the US effort in Iraq. But in this environment of desert strikes and air strikes, Cupid takes aim. A new play by Ross Howard.

$3

All shows performed at Starline, 831 Fern

Sat. March 3, 1:00 PM
Sat. March 3, 7:00 PM
Sun. March 4, 4:00 PM
Wed. March 7, 7:00 PM

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Karen Marguth & One Hot Jazz Combo .....music of the 30’s and 40’s...

Karen Marguth and One Hot Jazz Combo
Fresno, California, USA
www.jazzfresno.org
Genre: Music

60 minutes
Rated: G
Latecomers within 15 minutes.
Disclosures: All ages. Monster musicians, crazy improvisation, and hot licks.

“In the 1930’s, if you had a lot of money you had “heavy sugar.” Well, if musical talent was currency, this band would be some off-the-hook-extremely-heavy-sugar. Five individually amazing musicians have joined together to perform some of the best music ever written, jazz of the 30’s and 40’s.

Karen Marguth’s pure, sensual, crisp vocals will be highlighted by the musicianship of none other than Armen Nalbandian on piano, Rich Severson on guitar, Kevin Hill on bass, and Gary Newmark on drums. Rarely does a combination like this come together, and you won’t want to miss it.

$7

All shows performed at Starline, 831 Fern

Sat. March 3, 8:30 PM
Sun. March 4, 5:30 PM
Wed. March 7, 10:00 PM
Sat. March 10, 5:30 PM

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Jesus in Montana

Barry Smith
Aspen, Colorado, USA
www.jesusinmontana.com
Genre: Comedy/Solo Performance

60 minutes
Rated: R
NO Latecomers admitted.

Disclosures: For mature audiences, adult language, sexual
themes, drug references, potential blasphemy

WINNER - OUTSTANDING SOLO SHOW - 2005 New York International Fringe Festival. The true story of a surreal journey into the depths of a bizarre religious cult. Barry Smith, then a disillusioned dishwasher in Aspen, believes his sophistication, wisdom and hallucinogenic drug use have helped him to overcome his Southern fundamentalist upbringing … until he discovers Jesus has returned and is living in Montana! Incorporating home movies, photos and graphics, this tale examines the humorous side of everyday cult life.
“Five Stars! A devastatingly significant work.”
- Montreal Gazette.
“This show is both funny and gently thought-provoking.”
- New York Times

$7

All shows performed at Starline, 831 Fern

Fri. March 2, 8:30 PM
Sat. March 3, 2:30 PM
Sun. March 4, 11:30 AM
Wed. March 7, 8:30 PM
Fri. March 9, 8:30 PM
Sat. March 10, 4:00 PM

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