Directors cancel ‘Shakespeare in the Park’ for second year
This week, the Times received a press release from the Merced ShakespeareFest with the following news:
“With much sadness and disappointment, the local Shakespeare festival, Merced ShakespeareFest, has canceled this year’s production in Applegate Park.”
When artistic director, Heike Hambley, and the Board of Directors planned the festival…
First five concerts announced for 2021 edition of Big Fresno…
The Big Fresno Fair has announced the following entertainers as part of the 2021 Table Mountain Concert Series in the Paul Paul Theater presented by Coors Light…
The Show Must Go On With Covid Protocols
With the cast of Shrek The Musical in town and rehearsals underway, new COVID precautions are being put in place to ensure that each performance…
Playhouse Merced supporters enjoy Gala night
It was wonderful to see the return of the annual Playhouse Merced Gala on the evening of Aug.13 — this time at a new venue, Vista Ranch, located at 7326 E. Highway 140 in Merced.
The event was a prelude to its 2021-22 season, which features productions of Godspell, The Brothers Paranormal, White Christmas, The Mountaintop, Miss You…
Turlock singer/songwriter creates enjoyable local vibe
Tea Noelle, a 26-year-old singer/songwriter from Turlock, entertained the crowds at The Mainzer recently with her lovely voice and…
Shakespeare on YouTube — and in the Park
This 20th season is a busy time for Merced Shakespearefest!
Not only are directors and editors, dramaturgs and composers working on post…
The Mercado night market on Main Street continues in August
The most recent Mercado night market on Main street on July 1 featured a special tribute of appreciation to first responders, military members and veterans.
“The Mercado,” a farmers-market-style event featuring vendors, dancers, artists, and entertainment, is being put on by Merced’s Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Canal, Main St,…
Symphony Takes To Stage, Residents Take To Seats!
Mercedians were able to once again come together and enjoy the sights and sounds of classical music — live and in-person! — as the Merced Symphony…
Carnival rides return to the Merced County Fairgrounds
Thrilling carnival rides, games and fair food return to the Merced County Fairgrounds as Butler Amusements Inc. presents the new: Merced Summer…
Enjoy our Symphony live, in-person at the Merced Theatre!
Merced’s world-class symphony joins in the celebration of America with “Reconnecting” — a powerful season finale that marks the Symphony’s return to live, in-person concerts at the Merced Theatre on Saturday, July 3, at 7:30 p.m.
A live-stream will also be available on the Merced Symphony YouTube channel at https://bit.ly/MSAtube, Comcast…