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The Multicultural Arts Center (MAC) in Merced is showing some seasonal spirit as the center celebrates our community’s Hispanic heritage and art with its current Dia De Los Muertos gallery titled “To Love and Be Loved in Return,” which will be open to the public throughout October until Nov. 13. The MAC will also be holding a…

The Multicultural Arts Center (MAC) take a trip into the world of Disney’s most beloved and infamous villains with the brand-new show Descendants the Musical,…

Make your way to Playhouse Merced this month and treat yourself to a performance of Coraline the Musical, written by Stephen Merritt & David…

If you spend any time in downtown Merced, you may have noticed the big, bright, and beautiful mural by local artist, Jaden Key. It is a massive pair of incredibly colorful wings that proclaims, “You’re Beautiful,” as well as begs its viewers to pose in front of them for a fun picture. The piece was done in preparation for the…

On Saturday, Aug. 20, Playhouse Merced was able to host its annual gala once again in honor of all of its patrons and supporters. This formal…

In spite of an excessive heat warning, hundreds of locals gathered in downtown Atwater on Tuesday to celebrate the unveiling of a new downtown…

Editor's Note: This article has been updated since it was first published in the newspaper to reflect the new dates for the performance. Playhouse Merced is finishing off their Summer Stage program strong with a truly memorable production of the cultural phenomenon RENT: School Edition. The show opened July 21 and will be…

After nearly three decades of dedication to the Merced College community, Debi Swarts Wilson will be retiring from her position as a counselor in…

After an incredibly warm reception for a first-ever production last October, “Dragaret” is returning to the Multicultural Arts Center (MAC) in Merced on…