Born and raised in the small town of Canton, South Dakota, Tyler Halverson brings a fresh, unfiltered voice to modern country music. Blending classic country and western influences with a rock-and-roll spirit, sharp songwriting, and stories shaped by life on the road, Halverson creates music for cowboys, hippies, drifters, and everyone in between. Following his Grand Ole Opry debut and the release of his deeply honest album In Defense of Drinking, he brings his unmistakable sound to the Mystic Theatre on Saturday, September 26.
macbitches takes a darkly funny look at the toxic, high-stakes world of university theater, centering on a freshman who unexpectedly lands the role of Lady Macbeth. The play centers on freshman acting major Hailey, who unexpectedly scores the coveted role of Lady Macbeth. Her upperclassmen rivals immediately invite her over to “celebrate.” As the Fireball and Svedka flow, the young women interrogate their own ambitions as well as the power structures that have shaped their education—and when the night spirals into violent and shocking acts of betrayal, they come to learn that what’s done cannot be undone.
Since 2015, The Humdinger Band, a high-enery Northern California party band, has been bringing the fun with high rock, soul and a whole lotta love. Seasoned pros, THB is a triple threat: Marie-Louise Clark and Tommie Rowe blending rousing vocals; a driving rhythm section with Robin Bordow on drums and Mark Chole on bass laying it down hard and funky; and killer melodic players — Tommie Rowe on guitar and Bob McBain on the keys. From Zeppelin, Janis, Heart, and Blondie to The Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Tina, and so much more!
Roger Daltrey returns to the stage in 2026 with a deeply personal show that blends The Who classics, rare gems, and solo favorites from his extraordinary career.
Sonoma County’s favorite French gypsy band returns for an unforgettable evening of movement and magic. Dgiin is a vibrant melting pot of French, American, and Quebecois artists performing a repertoire in French infused with Spanish guitar, brass, violin, bass, percussion, and rich sibling harmonies.
Born out of Marin’s vibrant ’80s music scene, The Edge carved out a distinctive sound with their high-energy blend of rock, reggae, ska, and world rhythms. Their music captured the spirit of the time while pushing beyond boundaries, fusing infectious grooves with adventurous songwriting that kept audiences moving and engaged.
Recorded in Nashville with Keb’ and Taj co-producing, the Grammy-nominated Room On The Porch finds the pair in peak form, playing to each other’s strengths and opening up new creative horizons more than a half-century into their storied careers.
Inspired by the wild 1920s & 30s Berlin cabaret scene, Epineux Productions (Sebastopol) and Weimar Vamp Productions (Redwood City) are joining forces to bring you an evening of immersive cabaret variety theater.
Join us for an exhilarating evening as the legendary multi-Grammy nominee and wetlands activist Tab Benoit brings his high-energy Soul of the Swamp Tour 2026 to stages across America. Known for his passionate performances and deep-rooted connection to the swamp, Tab Benoit is a true master of his craft, boasting over 20 releases that showcase his unique artistry.
Moonalice is an exuberant Bay Area ten-piece known for delivering a unique brand of psychedelic soul and rock-tinged Americana. With an unparalleled list of collaborations with some of the biggest names in music, the family tree of Moonalice has touchedevery corner of rock and roll history.
Join Tyler Crandall and company Sundays at 7pm for our Salsa/Bachata social at The California Theater! This social runs monthly on the first Sunday every month. 7-8pm will be a Salsa/Bachata lesson, followed by the best Salsa and Bachata hits played by DJ Bongo.
Clinton Fearon is one of the most prolific reggae artists of his generation. He’s 75 today and still records new songs every year, new albums every other year and more! Composer, songwriter, singer and player of instruments since his early teens
Each performer will have 2 songs/10 minutes to perform. There will be a bass amp, a guitar amp, a set of drums, and a piano already set up for anyone to use.
The international Transatlantic Guitar Trio includes fingerstyle guitar champion Richard Smith (UK); gypsy jazz virtuoso Joscho Stephan (Germany); and the brilliant multi-instrumentalist Rory Hoffman (U.S.), who performed their first live gig together for in 2019 and have already performed at numerous renowned concert series and at several well-known festivals in the USA.
David Nelson—a founding voice of the West Coast psychedelic-Americana sound, and a longtime collaborator across the extended Grateful Dead family—brings together a singular lineup including Suzy & Eric Thompson, Paul Knight, and Lowell “Banana” Levinger. Crying Uncle Bluegrass Band opens—themselves alumni of the California Bluegrass Association’s youth programs, back to pay-it-forward in support of the kids coming up behind them.
Created out of thin air and performed in all its unpredictable glory, improv is comedy without a safety net! Using audience suggestions and whatever sparks in the minds of the performers, scenes, characters, and stories come to life right before your eyes.
Grammy Award-winning bluegrass legend Peter Rowan returns to the Mystic Theatre, a stage he has graced many times over the years, for a special evening with friends. From his influential work with Bill Monroe’s Blue Grass Boys to a celebrated solo career spanning more than five decades, Rowan remains one of American roots music’s most gifted songwriters, storytellers and performers.
We are closing out our Sunset Sessions with The Rocky Wheels! Bringing their high-energy performance to the Vintners House for the first time, they are a great way to toast to a summer of music, wine, and community on the patio.
San Fran Halen is a group of San Francisco Bay Area pros who have joined the ranks of the world's best Van Halen tributes to pay homage to the joy etched in the indelible grooves on the sacred platters we have cherished since childhood. Ryan Cominskey on drums, Michael Freeman on bass, Rob Spinosa on guitar, and rock n roll ringmaster Mikki J. Fox have sworn on their honor to do their best to do their duty to bring the party to you like it's 1984. It's never too late to have a happy adolescence.
Dance & sing along to "Stayin' Alive", "You Should Be Dancing", "More Than A Woman", "Night Fever", "How Deep Is Your Love", and more, with songs written by the Bee Gees for Dolly Parton, Celine Dion, Barbara Streisand, Andy Gibb, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, and other incredible hits & surprises.
School of Rock is a performance-based music school that combines one-on-one lessons with group rehearsals and presents live performances three times a year. Our students (both kids and adults) range from complete beginners to experienced musicians who come to us to hone their skills. Our instructors are professional musicians and exceptional teachers who love what they do.
On Saturday, over 250 classic cars and motorcycles will line the boulevard. There will be fun for the whole family: Pit Stop for Beer and Souvenir tent and food booths.
The Harvest Wine Trail is your opportunity to experience this unforgettable season while exploring 20 exceptional wineries throughout Northern Sonoma County. Taste outstanding wines, discover hidden gems, meet the people behind the wines, and find new favorites to take home and enjoy long after harvest has ended.
PorchFest Sebastopol is a one-day event that celebrates community, music and getting people together. This is our third year in Sebastopol, and we’re back on porches in 2026 with 10 stages of live, local music featuring over 50 acts, including up-and-coming bands and DJs.
The Petaluma River Craft Beer Fest Mission is to promote the Petaluma River, North Bay craft beers, and to encourage your support of our community. It is a celebration of local craft beer, food, music, and community! Held along the scenic Petaluma River, the festival features dozens of North Bay breweries, delicious bites from local food vendors, and live music throughout the day. Local food vendors and restaurants will be offering a variety of tasty options for purchase. In addition to beer, some vendors offer mead or cider. Water stations will also be available.
Our favorite funk band with Ariel Marin and James Earley returns for an evening of funky grooves, groovy funk and everything you need to get your dance on! Join us for a fun night of your favorite funky tunes performed live by one of the Bay Area’s hottest bands.
Viva la fiesta! Fantasías is setting up a MASSIVE party for Mexican Independence Weekend! Meet us at The Mystic Theatre on Saturday, Sept 12th for una parranda! Más música, más tequila! We’re pulling up to Sonoma County with a sabor regional, banda, and premium perreo Let's celebrate one more time before the summer is over so TURN UP LA MUSICA!
The living legends have earned several achievements in the music industry including winning the first ever Grammy Award for reggae music. They’re long success along with having the highest reggae record sales after Bob Marley
Sonoma Plein Air is a weeklong event celebrating the century-old technique of outdoor painting. The 24th Sonoma Plein-air Air Art Show and Sale is the culmination of the Sonoma Plein Air Festival, a celebration of outdoor painting to benefit arts education for the children and youth of Sonoma Valley.
Blues Defenders hosts a weekly concert with headliners and swing dancing. Andersen played in Charlie Musselwhite's band and got a Blues Music Award for best contemporary blues album for Charlie Musselwhite's Delta Hardware. Then,when Little Charlie retired Andersen took his place as guitarist in the Nightcats Andersen has also done extensive touring with Elvin Bishop. He is married to American Idol contestant Lisa Leuschner. They both own Greaseland Recording Studios in San Jose.
Join us for the inaugural Occidental Jazz Festival! Enjoy indoor and outdoor stages and great contemporary Jazz music at Occidental Center for the Arts. Delight in the sounds of amazing music, the sights of our tranquil setting and the feeling of a warm and welcoming community.
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake.
A joyful, high-energy musical comedy packed with unforgettable songs, humor, and heart. It’s a celebration of youth, fame, and the delightful chaos that happens when pop culture collides with small-town life.
Join us on Friday, September 18th, from 5 to 10 PM at the Cloverdale Citrus Fairgrounds as we celebrate the diverse traditions of Latinoamérica at our 4th Annual Latino Heritage Festival, featuring music, dance, food, and local artistry!
Forbidden Kiss LIVE brings an action-packed show to celebrate SPIES with a special Fashionista event- wear your own mashup of spy cosplay and wearable tech and walk our runway! Casper Nomi emcees this futuristic fashion show!
Boz Scaggs is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist. An early bandmate of Steve Miller in The Ardells and the Steve Miller Band, he began his solo career in 1969, though he lacked a major hit until his 1976 album Silk Degrees peaked at number 2 on the Billboard 200
As a passionate champion for the people of Mali and The Sahel, Vieux founded the charity Amahrec Sahel in 2012. As part of Amahrec Sahel’s mission to support humanitarian reconstruction and culture, the charity has provided school supplies for children, supported an orphanage in Bamako and provided musical instruments for young musicians in Mali.
Dubbed by Rolling Stone as “a genre unto herself,” Brooklyn, NY-based Kaki King has proven to be just that. Her career has taken her all over the world, sharing stages with Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters, contributing music to award-winning films
We're excited to bring back this tasty food festival that celebrates the diverse culinary of food in Sonoma County and Bay Area! This festival features over 50 mouthwatering food vendors offering $10 Festival Bites (& full size entrees!), drinks, a small marketplace, kids zone, live music, and much more!
In no time at all, their blend of traditional polkas, waltzes and classic norteño repertoire lit up every party! Soon they found themselves in weekly demand for backyard celebrations, weddings, quinceañeras and all types of cultural events throughout Southern California. And now, its time the whole world knows about Carlos Y Charlos !
One of the most prestigious comedy events in North America, the San Francisco Comedy Competition is an outrageously funny evening, where you will see the comedy stars of tomorrow competing for their chance at fame and fortune.
Dust off your boots and get ready for a night of nonstop '90s country hits! Straight Tequila Night, Texas's original '90s Country Tribute Band, brings all your favorite singalongs to the Mystic Theatre—from Garth Brooks, George Strait, Tim McGraw, Brooks & Dunn, Shania Twain, and The Chicks to all the country classics you forgot you knew by heart.
*… An unholy hybrid of Joe Walsh and Paul Gilbert, shreds, picks and squawks through the lead….No matter how technically dazzling his (guitar) playing gets, it always keeps a refreshing sense of humor.” – Guitar Player Magazine
Stick Men is a powerhouse progressive rock trio featuring legendary musicians Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, and Markus Reuter. With a combined experience of over 100 million records sold worldwide, this supergroup brings unparalleled musicianship and innovation to every performance.
For Ariel Posen, songwriting and guitar playing have always gone hand-in-hand. He’s spent a decade building a bridge between those two worlds, balancing his work as a hotshot instrumentalist — including collaborations with everyone from John Mayer to Tom Jones
Tribal Seeds has become a formidable force in the global reggae scene. Over their 19-year career, the band has toured extensively, connecting with fans and fellow musicians across continents, driven by the spiritual and cultural essence of reggae music.
Carsie Blanton is a songwriter with hooks, chutzpah, and revolutionary optimism. A radical folk artist in the tradition of Woody Guthrie, her infectious melodies and lyrical wit keep listeners rapt while she conjures spirits of vaudeville, campfire singalongs, and punk rock.
Set in late 1940s Brooklyn and told through a montage of memories, dreams, and arguments of the protagonist traveling salesman Willy Loman who is despondent with his life and appears to be slipping into senility. Several tragic, soul-searching revelations – concerning his wife, his sons and his business associates – underscore how his quest for the “American Dream” kept him blind to the people who truly loved him.
Carsie Blanton is a songwriter with hooks, chutzpah, and revolutionary optimism. A radical folk artist in the tradition of Woody Guthrie, her infectious melodies and lyrical wit keep listeners rapt while she conjures spirits of vaudeville, campfire singalongs, and punk rock. Blanton and her road-tested band deploy humor, camaraderie, and considerable musical muscle to enroll each audience in a rare vision of hope and solidarity.
At the MacGregor Plantation, the antebellum South collides with the present in a provocative fever dream where race, desire, gender, and power intertwine. Nothing is quite as it seems—and yet everything is.
The Second Street Band has been named the "Best of 2024" by The Bash for consistently receiving the highest ratings from musical event hosts! They are the Second Street Band, dedicated professional musicians all with over 40 years of experience entertaining audiences around the country. They perform a diverse tribute to Classic Rock, Blues and Americana, featuring strong vocal harmonies, cool grooves, and rockin’ solos from the 50’s through the 80’s. Perfect music for dancing or listening.
Experience the enchanting world of Pete Floyd, an extraordinary Sonoma/Marin-based Pink Floyd tribute band, led by the dynamic duo of skilled Petes – Pete Delaney and Pete Hale.
José González is in a class by himself. Hailed by Rolling Stone as “someone whose subtle, carefully crafted music delivers rewards to listeners who know how to wait,” González’s stellar career can only be described as a dream.
Hailing from the heart of Northern California wine country, Dustin Saylor & The Stowaways are quickly emerging as one of the region’s most exciting country acts. Blending modern country, timeless classics, and unforgettable original songs, the band delivers a high-energy live show built on powerful vocals, world-class musicianship, and the kind of authentic storytelling that keeps fans coming back.
Dustin Saylor, a Northern California-born country singer-songwriter, has made a name for himself as the #1 Country/Folk artist in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Front man Damon Taylor Frick delivers a performance that’s remarkably true to Bowie — he doesn't just sing Bowie's songs- he understands them. His vocals carry that familiar Bowie tone and phrasing and he comfortably inhabits the material, vocally, visually, and in spirit — Modern Love is an experience that will leave you in awe.
The September 26 concert in Weill Hall will make jazz history as this performance is part of Wynton Marsalis’ final season as Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center and Music Director of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.
...traditional folk music trio, the Story Wrens...They specialize in historical story songs of the British Isles, and we perform regularly throughout California, with recent events including the KVMR Celtic festival, the Booster House Concert series, and the Getty Museum in Los Angeles.
the live mic, hosted open Bluegrass jam series typically occurs on the fourth Sunday of each month. This community event has grown a strong following of Bluegrass players and fans alike, with it’s popular, casual performance-oriented jam format
Harmonica player, singer, songwriter and bandleader Joel Astley has collected 18 Washington Blues Society's "Best of the Blues" Awards since he started his career in 2014.
Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It’s a private language comprised of both their talent as musicians as well as their formidable catalog of influences, spanning 90’s alt-rock radio hits to Steely Dan and The Crystal Method.
Guitar master Bill Frisell is among the most versatile and prolific musicians of the modern age, and he returns to the Raven with Harmony Five, featuring Bill, cellist Hank Roberts, vocalist Petra Haden, multi-string specialist Luke Bergman, and drummer/composer Timothy Angulo.
In a pop culture world defined by its perpetual changes, the partnership of singer songwriter Pat Benatar and producer-musician Neil Giraldo has been a potent, steadfast union that has soared to the top of the charts and into fans’ hearts on their own terms.
Chronicling his remarkable chart-topping time with Genesis to his multi-Grammy winning solo career to his Academy Award-winning work for Disney, The Phil Collins Story brings the artist’s distinctive music to life in a way that resonates with audiences both visually and emotionally—up close and personal.
Polyrhythmics emerged from the rich creative soil of Seattle’s eclectic music community, releasing their self-titled debut album in 2011. Since then, their discography has grown to include fan-favorite albums such as Octagon (2015), Caldera (2017), Man from the Future (2020), and Life From Below (2025).
