Special Celtic Concert on Friday, January 9, 2015 - Rebecca Lomnicky & David Brewer & Special Guests: An Evening of Scottish Music & Dance

Save the date for a not-to-be-missed concert with the fabulous internationally renowned Celtic performers: Rebecca Lomnicky & David Brewer & Special Guests: An Evening of Scottish Music & Dance.

Pacific Grove, CA, December 29, 2014 - Save the date for a not-to-be-missed concert with the fabulous internationally renowned Celtic performers: Rebecca Lomnicky & David Brewer & Special Guests: An Evening of Scottish Music & Dance. This very special event will be held on Friday, January 9th at 7:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Pacific Grove, 915 Sunset, in Pacific Grove, CA 93950.

Tickets are now available at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1054041 and are $20 (general) $15 (seniors over age 65 military and students with ID). For more information, call (831) 633-4444 or email brickman@brickmanmarketing.com.

About Rebecca Lomnicky and David Brewer:
Rebecca Lomnicky and David Brewer are a high energy pure-drop Scottish music duo, with world class fiddling talent in combination with bagpipes, guitar, bodhran, and whistle. International Scottish Fiddle Champion, Rebecca Lomnicky, and David Brewer of the popular Celtic band Molly's Revenge, have each spent copious amounts of time delving into the traditions of their respective instruments, living and studying in both Edinburgh and the Scottish Highlands. Together they perform captivating Scottish music which bridges the gap between the fiddle and bagpipe music of Scotland, two worlds united, into a heartfelt and rousing musical experience. Between their entertaining and informative stage banter, varied instrument combinations, and vast repertoire of tunes and songs, including everything from soaring slow airs to intricately arranged dance tunes, these charismatic performers will leave you on your feet with your hands together.

Together, Rebecca Lomnicky and David Brewer have headlined at Celtic festivals such as The Utah Scottish Association Highland Games, The Portland Highland Games, The Sedona Celtic Harvest Festival, The Seattle Folklife Festival, The Oregon Scottish Festival, The Yachats Celtic Music Festival, The Monterey Scottish Games and Celtic Festival, The Payson Scottish Games, The Eugene Scottish Festival, and has performed at a variety of venues throughout the United States, United Kingdom, and Ireland.

The duo will be joined by several special guest highland dancers & singers, including Peter "the Admiral" Haworth, former vocalist of Molly's Revenge, from Blackburn, in the north of England.

About Rebecca Lomnicky:
Rebecca Lomnicky began playing classical violin and piano at age five, discovered Scottish fiddle music only a few years later, and in 2005 won the Junior Division of the U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Competition. Following that victory, she recorded her first CD, The Call, praised by Dirty Linen magazine as "technically masterful, and wonderfully melodic." In 2009, Rebecca won the 20th Annual Glenfiddich International Scottish Fiddle Championship held at Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Scotland. The invitation only championship - seen as the Grammys of the fiddling world- is widely regarded as the most prestigious in Scottish fiddle. She has performed in Scotland, Ireland, Italy, China, and across the US, has been featured on the BBC radio show, Take the Floor, and in 2009, recorded her second CD, Inspired, with David Brewer. In 2014, Rebecca graduated summa cum laude from Cornell University with a double major in Music and Sociocultural Anthropology. She was also awarded the 2013-2014 Ellen Gussman Adelson Prize for outstanding instrumental music performance. For more about Rebecca, please visit: www.rebeccalomnicky.com

About David Brewer:
David Brewer is a multi-instrumentalist who has toured with the Scottish super-group The Old Blind Dogs, and with Molly's Revenge across the US, the UK, Canada, China, and Australia. He has been a special guest of the six-time Grammy winning group The Chieftains, and was a key musician for the soundtrack of the PBS documentary, "Andrew Jackson, Good, Evil, and the Presidency". David, who is known for being animated and engaging on stage, compliments Rebecca's award winning fiddling with guitar, Irish penny-whistle, and bodhran frame-drum, but primarily the Scottish bagpipes, on which he is unarguably one of the most energetic and charismatic performers of the instrument in the world today. For more about David, please visit: www.davidbrewermusic.com

Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/

Subscriptions for the 2015 Season of Broadway By the Bay Now Available at the Golden State Theatre

Subscriptions for the 2015 Season of four musicals by the multi-award-winning Broadway By the Bay at the Golden State Theatre are now on sale.

Monterey, CA, December 20, 2014 - Subscriptions for the 2015 Season of four musicals by the multi-award-winning Broadway By the Bay at the Golden State Theatre are now on sale. A discounted subscription series is available for Les Miserables (March 28-April 5, 2015), My Fair Lady (June 27-July 5, 2015), West Side Story (September 5-13, 2015), and Kiss Me Kate (November 28-December 6, 2015) to be performed at the Golden State Theatre located at 417 Alvarado in Downtown Monterey.

These four outstanding musicals are produced by Broadway By the Bay, a theatrical non-profit 501(c)3 organization celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2015. Broadway By the Bay has been performing award-winning musicals since 1965 on the San Francisco Peninsula and now Monterey Peninsula residents can also enjoy their top theatre fare. As a preview of the high production quality of Broadway By the Bay’s shows, the musical, “Anything Goes” by Broadway By the Bay was performed on November 29th and 30th at the Golden State Theatre in Monterey and received standing ovations.

According to Lori Lochtefeld, co-owner of the Golden State Theatre with her husband, Eric Lochtefeld, “You don’t need to go to New York’s Times Square or London’s West End to now enjoy outstanding musical productions! Bring your friends and your family for a professionally produced live theatrical experience with great talent, dynamic music, elegant dancing, beautiful sets and magnificent costumes.These popular musicals provide great entertainment for all ages!”

Tickets may be purchased as a discounted subscription or individually on a per-show basis. Each show will be performed at 8:00 P.M. on Saturday with a 2:00 P.M. Sunday matinee performance. Season subscribers can save up to 39% including special discounts for seniors, military and youth. Subscription prices range from $154-$193 (adults), $134-$166 (military) and $111 - $153 for youth for the four-show subscription. Individual tickets are also now on sale.

For tickets and more information about each of the four productions, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070. Group ticket discounts are available for also available for 10 or more. There is convenient nearby parking in several City of Monterey parking garages near the Golden State Theatre, in addition to street parking.

About Broadway By the Bay:
Broadway By the Bay, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, inspires, educates and engages the community and local talent through the power of musical theatre. Broadway By the Bay was established as San Mateo Community Theatre in 1965. They are the only major musical theatre company between San Francisco and Palo Alto producing large scale musical productions on par with those enjoyed in San Francisco, New York and London. They are committed to producing the highest quality shows while maintaining accessibility to the community through affordable ticket prices. In their 50-year history, they have received numerous awards and countless acclamations, but none as valued and important than the continued patronage by the community. They are the resident musical theatre company of the historic Fox Theatre in downtown Redwood City owned by Lori and Eric Lochtefeld and will now bring their productions to the Golden State Theatre in Monterey.

Broadway By the Bay was recently nominated for 21 prestigious Theatre Bay Area (TBA) Awards for three of their productions, “Evita”, “In The Heights” and “Dreamgirls” in 2014. On November 10, 2014 at the inaugural TBA Awards Celebration, they received 6 prestigious awards for Outstanding Production of a Musical (“In the Heights”), Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Feature Role (“In The Heights”), Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Principal Role (“Evita”), Outstanding Lighting Design (“In The Heights”), Oustanding Music Direction (“In the Heights”), and Outstanding Choreography (“In The Heights”).

The TBA Awards are designed to honor excellence in professionally oriented theatre through a peer-based, Bay Area-wide adjudication process and over 78 Bay Area production companies are evaluated and 183 submitted productions. More details can be found on http://www.theatrebayarea.org/?AwardsGala

About the Golden State Theatre:
In 1926, a 15,000 square-foot Moorish castle rose on Alvarado Street, to the amazement of locals and visitors alike. A new cinema and live performance venue to rival those in California's largest cities, the Golden State Theatre , which was built by the Reid Brothers, was the definition of an opulent movie palace.

After decades of deterioration, it was faithfully restored to its former glory, featuring an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting. Dana Carvey, The Temptations, B.B. King, Bill Cosby, Willie Nelson, Yes, Patti Smith, Bob Weir and The Smothers Brothers — these are just some of the names that have graced the stage, contributing to the Theatre's new legacy since its renovation and exciting revival. The community is invited to attend a world-class concert or musical at the Golden State Theatre, or host their own special event here, and become part of its new chapter of history.

The Golden State Theatre is operated by husband and wife entrepreneurs, Eric and Lori Lochtefeld, along with a team of industry professionals from across the country. They are also co-owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City, also built by the Reid Brothers in 1929, where they hold nearly 200 events per year. Through their work with the Fox Theatre and the community, they have helped to revitalize downtown Redwood City. For more information, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070.

Contact: Lori Lochtefeld (831) 649-1070 or Lori@FoxVenues.com

The Golden State Theatre is located at 417 Alvarado Street in downtown Monterey and has many outstanding events coming up in 2014/2015 including Lewis Black (February 5, 2015), Citizen Cope (February 12, 2015), Brian Regan (February 15, 2015), The Robert Cray Band (February 25, 2015) The Fab Four (March 14, 2015), In the Mood (March 22, 2015), Les Miserables (March 28-April 5, 2015), My Fair Lady (June 27-July 5, 2015), West Side Story (September 5-13, 2015), Kiss Me Kate (November 28-December 6), and more events will be announced. To arrange any interviews, please call Wendy Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or email Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com. For more information and to be added to the Golden State Theatre newsletter list, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com.

Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

Peninsula Ballet Theatre Presents “The Nutcracker” at the Golden State Theatre on December 13th and 14th

Don't miss this timeless holiday classic! Enjoy two outstanding performances of everyone's favorite, The Nutcracker.

Monterey, CA, December 06, 2014 - ‘Tis the season! On Saturday, December 13th at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 14th at 2:00 p.m., Peninsula Ballet Theatre Presents “The Nutcracker” at the Golden State Theatre located at 417 Alvarado in Downtown Monterey.

Don't miss this timeless holiday classic! Enjoy two outstanding performances of everyone's favorite, The Nutcracker. Performed by the award-winning San Francisco Bay Area Peninsula Ballet Theatre, a company that has been creating joyous holiday memories for over four decades, this year is no exception as they bring their annual holiday treat to Monterey.

Delight and enchant your entire family at this lavish performance featuring some of the SF Bay Area's most beautiful, talented and athletic professional dancers with gorgeous costumes, great sets and amazing choreography. And, enjoy meeting the dancers on stage following every spectacular finale!

Ticket prices range from $25-$40. For tickets, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070. Bring the whole family! Group ticket discounts are available for 10 or more. There is convenient nearby parking in several City of Monterey parking garages in addition to street parking.

About The Nutcracker:
Peninsula Ballet Theatre is very pleased to bring its beloved version of The Nutcracker to the Golden State Theatre. “The moment we heard that Eric and Lori Lochtefeld were adding the Golden State to their venues we knew we wanted to be part of this great creative adventure,” said Christine Leslie, President and Executive Director of the ballet company. “We have partnered with them for all four years since they became the owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City,” she continued. “We love the charm and the atmosphere of these historic theatres, as do our audiences.”

After making two trips to the Golden State Theatre, the Peninsula Ballet Theatre’s artistic and technical team knew there was no looking back.

“The Golden State Theatre is set up differently than the Fox Theatre so we will be making some slight changes to our choreography to suit the stage size,” said Artistic Director David Fonnegra. “Carlos Carvajal, The Nutcracker choreographer, and I began creating on the spot how to make these changes that will bring the audience closer to the choreography and take advantage of the unique beauty of the venue.”

The Peninsula Ballet Theatre is bringing its entire cast including professionals and student performer from the Company Conservatory. Over 125 costumes characters bring the story of the Nutcracker to life. The technical team arrives on Monday before the performance to begin the transformation to Victorian Scotland. The students portray the friends and family of Clara and Fritz Silverbaum who attend everyone’s favorite holiday party filled with presents, dancing and special entertainments from Dr. Drosselmeyer. Clara’s holiday dreams are fulfilled by dancing by the company’s professional dancers and artists.

Choreographed by Bay Area dance legend and Isadore Duncan Dance Award winner, Carlos Carvajal, this Nutcracker has become a favorite of audiences throughout northern California and is sure to delight audiences in the entire Monterey Peninsula region.

The Company plans on bringing more than just Nutcracker to the Monterey area. Additional Productions will be announced at a future date. “When we have toured this production to Oakland, Pittsburg and Reno we have historically integrated local dance students into the production. We hope to be able to do so for future Nutcracker and other productions,” continued Fonnegra.

“This is a logical progression for a Company that has been delighting audiences for 44 years,” added Leslie. “We are looking forward to being part of this creative adventure in Monterey.”

About Peninsula Ballet Theatre:
Founded in 1967, Peninsula Ballet Theatre is the second oldest professional ballet company in the Bay Area. In 2010, it opened the Peninsula Ballet Theatre Conservatory in 30,000 foot space at 1880 South Grant Street in San Mateo. In that time, it has become an artistic hub with classes in all forms of dance, vocal and acting training as well as a fine art gallery for local artists. David Fonnegra joined Peninsula Ballet in 2013 with the vision of transforming the professional Company into one that reflected the younger, more dynamic nature of its audience base. More information at PeninsulaBallet.org

About the Golden State Theatre:
In 1926, a 15,000 square-foot Moorish castle rose on Alvarado Street, to the amazement of locals and visitors alike. A new cinema and live performance venue to rival those in California's largest cities, the Golden State Theatre , which was built by the Reid Brothers, was the definition of an opulent movie palace. After decades of deterioration, it was faithfully restored to its former glory, featuring an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting. B.B. King, Bill Cosby, Willie Nelson, Yes, Patti Smith, Bob Weir and The Smothers Brothers — these are just some of the names that have graced the stage, contributing to the Theatre's new legacy since its renovation and exciting revival. The community is invited to attend a world-class concert or musical at the Golden State Theatre, or host their own special event here, and become part of its new chapter of history.

The Golden State Theatre is operated by husband and wife entrepreneurs, Eric and Lori Lochtefeld, along with a team of industry professionals from across the country. They are also co-owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City, also built by the Reid Brothers in 1929, where they hold nearly 200 events per year. Through their work with the Fox Theatre and the community, they have helped to revitalize downtown Redwood City. For more information, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070.

Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

The Temptations are Coming to The Golden State Theatre on Friday, November 21st

Yes! You sure should be tempted to see these incredible performers celebrating more than 50 years of crowd-pleasing hits!

Monterey, CA, November 21, 2014 - Monterey, CA Yes! You sure should be tempted to see these incredible performers celebrating more than 50 years of crowd-pleasing hits! The Emmy-award-winning band, The Temptations, are coming to the Golden State in Theatre in Downtown Monterey on November 21, 2014.

AT A GLANCE:

WHAT: The Temptations will perform at the Golden State Theatre

For more than fifty years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits, and sold-out performances throughout the world. The history of Emmy-Award-Winning The Temptations is the history of contemporary American pop. An essential component of the original Motown machine, that amazing engine invented by Berry Gordy, The Temps began their musical life in Detroit in the early sixties. It wasn’t until 1964 however, that the Smokey Robinson written-and-produced “The Way You Do The Things You Do” turned the guys into stars. An avalanche of hits followed, many of which, ”My Girl,” for instance, attained immortality. “It’s Growing,” “Since I Lost My Baby;,” “Get Ready,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Beauty Is only Skin Deep,” “I Wish It Would Rain”...the hits kept coming.

WHEN: Friday, November 21st at 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado, Downtown Monterey. (831) 649-1070.

TICKETS: Tickets are available now at www.goldenstatetheatre.com, or by calling 831-649-1070 or on the day of the show. Tickets range from $45-$56.Group ticket discounts are available for 10 or more.

ABOUT THE TEMPTATIONS:
For more than fifty years, The Temptations have prospered, propelling popular music with a series of smash hits, and sold-out performances throughout the world. “The crowds are bigger, the sales are sizzling,” says one industry report. “The outpouring of affection for this super-group has never been greater”. The history of The Temptations is the history of contemporary American pop. An essential component of the original Motown machine, that amazing engine invented by Berry Gordy, The Temps began their musical life in Detroit in the early sixties. It wasn’t until 1964 however, that the Smokey Robinson written-and-produced “The Way You Do the things You Do” turned the guys into stars. An avalanche of hits followed, many of which...”My Girl,” for instance...attained immortality. “It’s Growing,” “Since I Lost My Baby;,” “Get Ready,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “Beauty Is only Skin Deep,” “I Wish It Would Rain”...the hits kept coming.

The classic lineup was Otis Williams, Melvin Franklin, Paul Williams, Eddie Kendricks and David Ruffin. Beyond the fabulous singing, The temps became known for smooth stepping and flawless presentations. The Temptations Walk became a staple of American style. Flair, flash and class. Millions of fans saw their Temptations as cultural heroes.When the sixties and seventies turned political, The Temps got serious. They changed their tone, dress and music. Producer Norman Whitfield led the way. His Temptations hits, many featuring Dennis Edwards who had replaced David Ruffin, burned with intensity. “Runaway Child” “Cloud Nine,” “I Can’t Get Next to You,” “Papa Was a Rolling Stone”, and “Psychedelic Shack” still smolder.

Other stellar singers...Richard Street, Ali-Ollie Woodson...joined, adding their luster to the groups’ growing fame. No matter the change in personnel, The Temptations remained true to The Temptations tradition. They survived the whims of fashion, whether disco or techno, and stuck to their guns.“Great singing,” says Otis, “will always prevail.”

In the eighties, The Temps prevailed with smashes like the Otis Williams’ penned “Treat Her Like A Lady.”Then in the nineties, another Temptation explosion: It began with their appearance on Motown 25 in 1983; it continued with the NBC mini-series that chronicled the group’s history, a ratings triumph over two nights in prime time. An Emmy Award followed. Then came a series of acclaimed records:

For Lovers Only, a collection of love standards, termed an instant classic by critics, remains among the most cherished of all Temptations recordings.

Phoenix Rising, went through the roof, a platinum-plus mega-hit featuring “Stay,” the Narada Michael Walden produced song that topped the charts.

Ear Resistible nailed a Grammy and a legion of new fans.

Awesome, released in 2001 is The Temptations at their freshest, strongest, and most appealing.

Reflections was released in 2005, nominated for a Grammy and brought to the world The Temptations versions of some of Motown’s greatest songs.

The current Temptations lineup consists of:
Otis Williams, Ron Tyson, Terry Weeks, Joe Herndon, Bruce Williamson

“The more we change,” says veteran Ron Tyson, “the more we stay true to ourselves. We’re about singing straight-up soul. It’s a style that will live on forever.”

“The Temps have always been known for great lead singers”, says Williams. “Today we have three of the greatest leads in the proud history of the group.”

The soaring voice of Ron Tyson, perhaps the best high tenor in the business.

Terry Weeks, who grew up in Alabama and spent eight years in the Air Force before his makeshift audition for Otis on a Hollywood street corner, whose smooth textures and tones, express an extraordinary full range of feelings.

Newest member, Bruce Williamson started singing in a church choir at the ripe age of 5 years old and hasn’t stop since. He has sung in everything from commercials to musical to the top showrooms in Las Vegas. Bruce was introduced to Otis by Ron Tyson.

“Our challenge,” says Williams, “is to live in the present while respecting the past. Our past is filled with riches only a fool would discard. At the same time, we thrive on competition. As a Motowner, I grew up in the most competitive musical atmosphere imaginable. But we also understand that for a group with history, no matter how glorious that history might be, reinvention is the name of the game.”

“When I tell people we are God’s group,” says Otis, a remarkable modest man, “I don’t mean it arrogantly. It’s just that we have been tested time and again and keep coming back. We have suffered the death of so many legendary singers...Paul Williams, David Ruffin, Eddie Kendricks, Melvin Franklin. Others like Dennis Edwards, Richard Street, Ali-Ollie Woodson and Theo Peoples have left, and yet our unity is tighter, our sound brighter and our popularity greater. Someone has watched over this group. Someone has protected our integrity. Someone has said...just go on singing and it’ll get better.”

And so THE TEMPTATIONS go on.......and on.....and on........

Publicity Contacts:
Wendy Brickman (831) 633-4444 or Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com
Lori Lochtefeld (831) 649-1070 or Lori@FoxVenues.com

About the Golden State Theatre
In 1926, a 15,000 square-foot Moorish castle rose on Alvarado Street, to the amazement of locals and visitors alike. A new cinema and live performance venue to rival those in California's largest cities, the Golden State Theatre , which was built by the Reid Brothers, was the definition of an opulent movie palace. After decades of deterioration, it was faithfully restored to its former glory, featuring an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting. B.B. King, Bill Cosby, Willie Nelson, Yes, Patti Smith, Bob Weir and The Smothers Brothers — these are just some of the names that have graced the stage, contributing to the Theatre's new legacy since its renovation and exciting revival. The community is invited to attend a world-class concert or film festival at the Golden State Theatre, or host your own special event here, and become part of its new chapter of history.

The Golden State Theatre is operated by husband and wife entrepreneurs, Eric and Lori Lochtefeld, along with a team of industry professionals from across the country. They are also co-owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City, also built by the Reid Brothers in 1929, where they hold nearly 200 events per year. Through their work with the Fox Theatre and the community, they have helped to revitalize downtown Redwood City. For more information, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070.

The Golden State Theatre is located at 417 Alvarado Street in Downtown Monterey and has many outstanding events coming up in 2014/2015 including performances of the Cole Porter musical, Anything Goes by the award-winning Broadway By The Bay on November 29-30, Comedian Brian Regan (February 15), Emmy-award-winning The Fab Four (March 14), Broadway by the Bay’s Les Miserables (March 28-April 5), My Fair Lady (June 27-July 5), West Side Story (September 5-September 13) and Kiss Me Kate (November 28 – December 6) and more. To arrange any interviews, please call Wendy Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or email Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com. For more information and to be added to their newsletter list, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com.

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Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

One Performance Only! Emmy-Award-Winning Comedian Dana Carvey Coming to The Golden State Theatre on Friday, November 14th

Don’t miss the hilarious comedian Dana Carvey appearing at the Golden State in Theatre in Downtown Monterey on November 14th.

Monterey, CA, November 12, 2014 - Don’t miss the hilarious comedian Dana Carvey appearing at the Golden State in Theatre in Downtown Monterey on November 14th

AT A GLANCE:

WHAT: Emmy-award-winning comedian Dana Carvey at the Golden State Theatre

From his appearances on seven seasons of TV’s “Saturday Night Live” to his role as “Garth” in Wayne’s World and many other films, Dana Carvey has consistently received accolades throughout the world. Also known for his uncanny impersonations of celebrities and his hilarious stand-up comedy, Dana Carvey is one of the top comedians of our time. This is a not-to-be-missed one night performance at the Golden State Theatre.

WHEN: Friday, November 14th at 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: Golden State Theatre, 417 Alvarado, Downtown Monterey. (831) 649-1070.

TICKETS: Tickets are available now at www.goldenstatetheatre.com, or by calling 831-649-1070 or on the day of the show. Tickets range from $34-$78 .Group ticket discounts are available for 10 or more.

About Dana Carvey:
Emmy-award winning comedian Dana Carvey has maintained an illustrious career. Carvey was born in Missoula, MT. While a student at San Francisco State University, he won the San Francisco Stand-Up Comedy Competition. After his graduation (with a degree in communication arts), he played at numerous clubs in the Bay Area and then moved to Los Angeles in 1981 to pursue his career.

A repertory member of “Saturday Night Live” since the 1986-87 season, Carvey left in 1992 after seven seasons. Carvey is best known for his characters the Church Lady; Hans, of the Hans and Franz body building duo; Garth, Wayne Campbell’s (Mike Myers) ‘Excellent Co-Host’ on the immensely popular sketch ‘Wayne’s World,’ and Weekend Updates Grumpy Old Man.

In addition to these characters, Dana has received widespread praise for his uncanny comedic impersonations of such political figures as Ex-President George Bush, H. Ross Perot, Jerry Brown, David Duke and Bob Dole. He also does impersonations of George Burns, Johnny Carson, Jimmy Stewart, John McLaughlin, Mickey Rooney, Casey Casem, and Regis Philbin.

On television, he hosted the 1992 presentation of the MTV Music Awards, co-starred in two pilots and was a member of the Showtime special “Salute to the Improvisation,” with Billy Crystal, Robin Williams and Robert Klein. In 1995, Dana performed stand-up in his own one hour comedy special on HBO aptly named “Critics Choice ****.” In 2008 Dana recorded his second solo comedy special for HBO entitled “Dana Carvey: Squatting Monkeys Tell No Lies.”

In 1992 Carvey appeared in the blockbuster film “WAYNE’S WORLD,” based on the hit “Saturday Night Live” sketch. The film grossed over $160 million and was produced by “SNL” creator Lorne Michaels. The public demanded a sequel and in 1993 Carvey appeared in “WAYNE’S WORLD 2,” recreating his role of Garth, alongside Mike Myers’ Wayne. The film was hugely successful.

Carvey’s transfer from the small screen to the large screen included roles in Alan Parker’s “THE ROAD TO WELLVILLE,” for Columbia Pictures, Richard and Lili Zanuck’s “CLEAN SLATE” for MGM, and Twentieth Century Fox’s “TRAPPED IN PARADISE.” His early film work includes his debut in “THIS IS SPINAL TAP,” “RACING WITH THE MOON,” “ONE OF THE GROUP” where he portrayed Mickey Rooney’s grandson, “BLUE THUNDER” with James Farentino, “TOUGH GUYS,” with Burt Lancaster and Kirk Douglas, and starring in the comedy “OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS.” In 2004, he starred in “The Master of Disguise” comedy fantasy for the whole family which features Carvey in 36 different identities and speaking 14 different languages as the hapless and heroic Pistachio Disguisey.

Carvey won an Emmy Award in 1993 for Outstanding Individual Performance in a Variety or Music Program. He has received a total of six Emmy nominations one of which was for a guest appearance on HBO’s highly acclaimed “LARRY SANDERS SHOW.” Also, he was honored with The American Comedy Award as Television’s Funniest Supporting Male in 1990 and 1991.

About the Golden State Theatre:
In 1926, a 15,000 square-foot Moorish castle rose on Alvarado Street, to the amazement of locals and visitors alike. A new cinema and live performance venue to rival those in California's largest cities, the Golden State Theatre , which was built by the Reid Brothers, was the definition of an opulent movie palace. After decades of deterioration, it was faithfully restored to its former glory, featuring an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting. B.B. King, Bill Cosby, Willie Nelson, Yes, Patti Smith, Bob Weir and The Smothers Brothers — these are just some of the names that have graced the stage, contributing to the Theatre's new legacy since its renovation and exciting revival. The community is invited to attend a world-class concert or film festival at the Golden State Theatre, or host your own special event here, and become part of its new chapter of history.

The Golden State Theatre is operated by husband and wife entrepreneurs, Eric and Lori Lochtefeld, along with a team of industry professionals from across the country. They are also co-owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City, also built by the Reid Brothers in 1929, where they hold nearly 200 events per year. Through their work with the Fox Theatre and the community, they have helped to revitalize downtown Redwood City. For more information, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070.

The Golden State Theatre is located at 417 Alvarado Street in Downtown Monterey and has many outstanding events coming up in 2014/2015 including performances by The Temptations, four performances of the Cole Porter musical, Anything Goes by the award-winning Broadway By The Bay, Comedian Brian Regan and more. To arrange any interviews, please call Wendy Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or email Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com. For more information and to be added to their newsletter list, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com.

Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

The Award-Winning “Anything Goes -The Musical with Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter” Coming to The Golden State Theatre on November 29th and 30th & December 6th and 7th, 2014

Winner of 6 Tony Awards and 9 Drama Desk Awards

Monterey, CA, October 23, 2014 (Straight Line PR) - Save the Date! Broadway is coming to the Monterey Peninsula and you are invited! Presented by the award-winning Broadway by the Bay, there will be four outstanding performances of “Anything Goes – The Musical - with Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter” at the Golden State Theatre, 479 Alvarado, Downtown Monterey on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 8:00 p.m., Sunday, November 30, 2014 at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 6, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Bring your friends and your family for a fun professionally produced live theatre experience with great talent, beautiful sets and vintage costumes! Enjoy a chance to step back in time and dress in glamorous 1930’s attire. Sip and savor special 1930’s inspired cocktails including “Anything Goes Cosmopolitan”, “Salty Dog” and the “Sea Breeze”, among others, at the Golden State Theatre bar before and during the show. Red Velvet cupcakes will also be available as Red Velvet Cake originated in the 1930’s at the famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York. The Golden State Theatre allows purchased food and drink to be enjoyed at your seats within the theatre. Those attendees who come to any performance in their 1930’s attire will be entered to win special prizes, including a subscription to next year’s season of Broadway by the Bay performances at the Golden State Theatre.

Anything Goes is produced by Broadway By the Bay, a theatrical non-profit 501(c)3 organization that has been professionally producing award-winning musicals for nearly 50 years. For tickets, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070. Group ticket discounts are available for 10 or more.

About Anything Goes:
All-aboard! Set sail with us from New York to London in the famous Cole Porter musical, Anything Goes (1934), featuring well-known hit tunes such as, "It's De-Lovely"," You're the Top", "I Get a Kick Out of You", and the famous title song, "Anything Goes." Reno Sweeney jumps on board the S.S. American and heads out to sea with a cast of singing sailors and criminals in disguise. A case of mistaken identities and broken hearts adds to this classic romantic comedy and its ultimate happy ending. Don’t miss it! Winner of 6 Tony Awards and 9 Drama Desk Awards, this is a musical that is sure to delight and entertain all ages!

This popular musical has been made into several Hollywood films and performed numerous times over the years on Broadway and in London theaters, including a film with Monterey’s own, Bing Crosby. The musical has long been a popular choice for school and community productions here as well. Cole Albert Porter (June 9, 1891 – October 15, 1964) was a world-renowned American composer and songwriter who left a musical legacy for generations to enjoy. For more information about the life and accomplishments of Cole Porter, go to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cole_Porter

About Broadway by the Bay:
Broadway By the Bay inspires, educates and engages the community and local talent through the power of musical theatre. Broadway By the Bay was established as San Mateo Community Theatre in 1965. They are the only major musical theatre company between San Francisco and Palo Alto producing largest scale musical productions using local talents. They are committed to producing the highest quality shows while maintaining accessibility to our community through affordable ticket prices. In their 49-year history we have received numerous awards and countless acclamations, but none as valued and important than the continued patronage by our community. They are the resident musical theatre company of the historic Fox Theatre in downtown Redwood City owned by Lori and Eric Lochtefeld.

Broadway By the Bay was recently nominated and is a finalist for 11 out of 14 prestigious The Theatre Bay Area (TBA) Awards for three of their productions, “Evita”, “In the Heights” and “Dreamgirls”, with 21 total finalist nominations. Nominations were received for the productions of Evita, In the Heights and Dreamgirls in the following categories for recent productions in 2014: Outstanding Overall Production, Outstanding Direction, Outstanding Choreography, Outstanding Music Direction, Outstanding Costume, Outstanding Scenic Design, Outstanding Lighting Design Outstanding Ensemble, Outstanding Performance of a Male Actor, Featured Role, Outstanding Performance of a Female Actor, Featured Role, Outstanding Performance of a Male Actor, Principal Role and Outstanding Performance of a Female Actor, Principal Role. The TBA Awards are designed to honor excellence in professionally oriented theatre through a peer-based, Bay Area-wide adjudication process and over 78 Bay Area production companies are evaluated and 183 submitted productions. The inaugural TBA Awards Celebration is scheduled for November 10, 2014 at the American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco. More details can be found on http://www.theatrebayarea.org/?AwardsGala

Publicity Contacts:
Wendy Brickman (831) 633-4444 or Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com
Marci Bracco (831) 747-7455 or Marci@ChatterboxPublicRelations.com

About the Golden State Theatre:
In 1926, a 15,000 square-foot Moorish castle rose on Alvarado Street, to the amazement of locals and visitors alike. A new cinema and live performance venue to rival those in California's largest cities, the Golden State Theatre , which was built by the Reid Brothers, was the definition of an opulent movie palace. After decades of deterioration, it was faithfully restored to its former glory, featuring an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting. B.B. King, Bill Cosby, Willie Nelson, Yes, Patti Smith, Bob Weir and The Smothers Brothers — these are just some of the names that have graced the stage, contributing to the Theatre's new legacy since its renovation and exciting revival. The community is invited to attend a world-class concert or film festival at the Golden State Theatre, or host your own special event here, and become part of its new chapter of history.

The Golden State Theatre is operated by husband and wife entrepreneurs, Eric and Lori Lochtefeld, along with a team of industry professionals from across the country. They are also co-owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City, also built by the Reid Brothers in 1929, where they hold nearly 200 events per year. Through their work with the Fox Theatre and the community, they have helped to revitalize downtown Redwood City. For more information, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070.

The Golden State Theatre is located at 417 Alvarado Street in downtown Monterey and has many outstanding events coming up in 2015. To arrange any interviews, please call Wendy Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or email Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com. For more information and to be added to their newsletter list, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com.

Press Release Distributed by Straight Line PR service.

Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.goldenstatetheatre.com

One Performance Only! “A Toast to the Rat Pack” Coming to The Golden State Theatre on Sunday, October 26, 2014 Followed by the “Rat Pack” Dinner at Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Save the Date and enjoy a great afternoon with the fabulous Rat Pack!

Monterey, CA, October 22, 2014 - Save the Date and enjoy a great afternoon with the fabulous Rat Pack! Bring the whole family to "A Toast to the Rat Pack" that is coming to the Golden State Theatre!

AT A GLANCE:

WHAT: “A Toast to the Rat Pack”

Enjoy a very special afternoon that will pay homage to the voices and characters and tastes of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Dean Martin…plus Marilyn Monroe. With the talented cast, take a trip back to the glamorous, hot, glitzy nights of Las Vegas. Experience world famous classic recordings, great laughs and more that bring the music and lives of these legendary characters together again!

WHEN: Sunday, October 26th at 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Golden State Theatre, 479 Alvarado, Downtown Monterey. (831) 649-1070.

TICKETS: Tickets are available now at www.goldenstatetheatre.com, or by calling 831-649-1070 or on the day of the show. Tickets range from $49-$66.Group ticket discounts are available for 10 or more.

RAT PACK DINNER AT CIBO: Following the performance, the fun continues at nearby Cibo Ristorante Italiano! After the performance, walk a half block to Cibo Ristorante Italiano, 301 Alvarado Street in downtown Monterey. Enjoy their Happy Hour until 5:00 p.m. with specially priced drinks and appetizers followed by the “Rat Pack” Italian 3-Course Dinner (5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.). The dinner is just $24.95 (see menu below) with a copy of your Golden State Theatre ticket stub or printout. For more information, or reservations, call (831)649-8151 or visit http://www.cibo.com.

About A Toast to the Rat Pack

Drift back to a tuxedoed, glamorous era where the famous rubbed shoulders with the politicians and partied hard. Frank, Sammy & Dean, all around entertainers injected their songs into a lifestyle that everyone wanted. The lights dim, the room quiets and the announcer says "Ladies and Gentlemen, direct from the bar... Dean Martin!!" Dean opens the show with a few songs and some relaxed humor, introduces Sammy to kick up
the energy, then Frank appears to belt a few great standards. The guys then take the stage together to sing and joke their way to a fun finale, including audience interaction along the way.

"A Toast to the Rat Pack" will take you on a musical journey featuring the greatest hits from the legendary Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. This production will treat you to Frank's hits including “Come Fly With Me”, “Lady is a Tramp”, “My Way”, and “New York, New York”! Enjoy the soothing sounds of Dean with great songs like “Volare”, “Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime”, and “That's Amore”! And from the great Sammy Davis Jr... “That Old Black Magic”, “Mr. Bojangles” and “Candy Man”! These guys not only sing like their heroes, they physically resemble them on stage, share their unique mannerisms and even talk like they are at the Sands taking part in the “Summit”.

About the Performers

Sebastian Anzaldo – Performing ast Frank Sinatra

Originally hailing from Omaha, Nebraska, Sebastian Anzaldo grew up in a musical family (his father was a sax player and later a talent agent, his mother was a singer). He started playing drums and singing at age 11. Sebastian’s passion for jazz led him to New York, compliments of The National Endowment For The Arts. The next year, he headed to the opposite coast to make his fame and fortune in L.A., where he played professionally for 14 years. He then relocated to “The Entertainment Capitol Of The World” -- Las Vegas, where he discovered his knack for doing “Frank”. With a dedication to perfecting the art of Sinatra, everything was in place and Sebastian began doing one corporate event after another. As word got out that there was a new ‘Chairman’ in town, he got the call to star in ‘The Tribute To The Rat Pack’ on the Las Vegas Strip. This in turn led to six years at the Riviera Hotel & Casino headlining with Sharon Owens as Barbra Streisand in the wonderful “Barbra & Frank, The Concert That Never Was...”. Sebastian debuted his Sinatra tribute on national TV in the summer of 2007 on the ABC hit show, The Next Best Thing, where he came in 2nd to none other than Elvis! In 2010, he performed at Foxwoods in Connecticut in “Legends In Concert” and is currently performing nightly with the “Barbra & Frank” show at the Westin, Las Vegas. Tours include United States, Canada, Spain, Italy, London, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand, Bahamas and many more!

Andy Di Mino – Performing as Dean Martin

Although Andy DiMino’s background may be more in music and singing than celebrityimpersonations, DiMino is a natural when it comes to bringing ol’ Dino back to life. DiMino has been entertaining audiences for practically his entire life. Growing up in Southern California, his high school rock bands opened Hollywood club shows for groups like The Doors and Iron Butterfly. Playing the ski circuit in Colorado led to an album with RCA as a founding member and songwriter for the band First Fire, and later tour dates as keyboard player/singer with Mary MacGregor (“Torn Between Two Lovers”).

However, the road is a tough place to raise a family, and eventually DiMino decided to leave the rock club circuit to stay close to home and raise his son. He started focusing on songwriting, working as a solo guitarist/singer in restaurants and pubs. A first place prize on TV’s “Gong Show” planted the seed for variety. Eventually, DiMino wanted to expand his career, so he set out for Las Vegas in 1990 with the hopes of finding something different that would allow him to continue working with talented people while still singing great songs.

Once in Las Vegas, DiMino quickly added acting and improv to his credits, appearing in TV commercials, a “Tonight Show” comedy sketch with Jay Leno and a bit part in a Kenny Rogers TV movie. DiMino also found work as Las Vegas legend Buddy Greco's production manager, working his big band dance/live radio shows at the Flamingo. It was here that DiMino got some of his earliest Vegas singing experiences, when Greco arranged a big band vocal chart for DiMino to sing on stage with his band.

Eventually, DiMino found various other gigs at the local hotels, playing everything from a Medieval musician (guitar) at Excalibur to Caesar himself at Caesar’s Palace. He even joined the strolling opera group at the Venetian as the mandolin/guitarist. His vocal contributions? The Italian/American songs of Dean Martin.

As a child, DiMino watched the Dean Martin Variety Hour weekly on TV. He was drawn to Martin’s relaxed style of singing, and soon started collecting CDs, videos and books on the Rat Pack member. DiMino collected Martin memorabilia for over five years before he ever put on the tux and held his first fake cigarette, and was even encouraged by his mother to use his physical likeness, ability to sing and even walk like Martin as a career opportunity. DiMino saw other Rat Pack acts working in Las Vegas and decided to give it a try, taking his new “Dino” act on the road, performing as Martin in a long running lounge show at Harrahs, big band/concert shows in Arizona, Lake Tahoe and Boston, and local corporate events. DiMino was a success, and people of all ages would stop to tell him how close his recreation of Martin was. One older lady even stopped DiMino to tell him how much she loved Frank and remembered how all the guys wanted to be Frank, before leaning in close and whispering, “but Frank always wanted to be Dean.”

When DiMino isn’t on stage in a Las Vegas showroom, he can still be found performing at corporate events. DiMino’s also back on the road, traveling to both coasts and in between, for various engagements performing as Dean, and also crooning and swinging the "standards" as himself. With his love for music and comedy of the Rat Pack generation, his close physical resemblance to Dean Martin and an Italian background (DiMino’s father and all four grandparents were from Sicily), it looks like Andy DiMino has truly found his calling.

Lambus F. Dean – Performing as Sammy Davis, Jr.

A native of Chicago, IL, Lambus was the 10th child from a family of 8 boys and 3 girls. He discovered his love for singing while in his teenage years, Do-Whopping with seasoned singers in his neighborhood. This led to invitations performing in various nightclubs and churches in the area. Once bitten by the entertainment bug, Lambus maintained his connections to music in and around his work and family responsibilities by joining theater groups and taking the occasional acting and singing parts as opportunities arose.

As a member of the ETA Creative Arts Theater, The Mary Matthews Theater Company and The Free Street Theater, all in Chicago, Lambus landed roles as diverse as Lazarus and other biblical characters to the starring role portraying Sam Cooke in “A Change Gonna Come’. He toured Europe in a musical documentary production of “Project, Life and Times in the Cabrini Green Housing Project”, which was showcased in the International Festival of Theaters.

Lambus relocated to Las Vegas in the late 1990’s to try his luck at performing full time. His versatility enabled him to work as a solo artist as in groups where he quickly learned choreography and background harmonies as required in addition to carrying many lead vocal positions.

A much sought after performer in Las Vegas, Lambus has answered the call to perform with a Temptations Tribute group, Touch of Silk, (a spin off of the Flamingos “I Only Have Eyes For You”) Spectrum, a group voted “Best Lounge act of Las Vegas 2005” and numerous “Rat Pack”, tribute ensembles a perfect impersonation of Sammy Davis Jr.

Lambus has performed in casinos big and small on the Las Vegas strip, either as himself or his tribute to Sammy Davis Jr, (which he does with or without the rest of the Rat Pack). In fact he produced and starred in his own show entitled “A Musical Journey on Route 66”, a wonderful production that audiences enjoyed at the Westward Ho Casino on the strip for 2 months in 2004.

Another jewel in his crown of achievements was his second place finish in the NBC television shows “America’s Most Talented Senior”, an American Idol style show for people 50 and over. Currently Lambus enjoys mixing his entertainment options doing group projects, solo work, impersonating tributes, or recording in the studio. He also produced a Lambus Dean CD with some great original material.

Susan Griffiths – Performing as Marilyn Monroe

Notably the most famous Marilyn Monroe impersonator in the world, Susan Griffiths began her career with “Legends In Concert”. She went on to star in the ABC Movie of the Week, “Marilyn and Me”. She’s played the actress in several TV shows such as “Quantum Leap”, “Nip Tuck” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm”, with Larry David and Dustin Hoffman. Most notably she was cast by Quentin Tarantino for the “diner scene” in “Pulp Fiction”.

When David LaChapelle was asked to create a video for Elton John’s live Red Piano review, Susan was cast to star in his “Candle In the Wind” video. She went on to be photographed by LaChapelle for Vanity Fair with Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriquez in a photo called Blood Brothers. When GQ Magazine photographed Jimmy Kimmel as JFK for their presidential issue, Susan was chosen as Marilyn for the cover shot.

With a recent role on the new TV series The Defenders, an appearance on American Idol and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Susan continues her portrayal of the famous bombshell. She has teamed up with Andrew DiMino, the best Dean Martin impersonator to create “The Crooner and the Bombshell”. It features duets, along with the classic Dean and Marilyn songs.

Here are some reviews of Sebastian Anzaldo performing as Frank Sinatra…

“...a gem of a show.”

“Sebastian is the Sinatra in his hey day...Confident, cocky, and well, one word describes the man...Swingin!!” - Nightmoves/Call Back

“This is more than just a terrific show - it’s a showbiz topper!”

“If one closes the eyes and just listens, you would swear the actual person is on stage...

Then when you open your eyes you see a swinging Frank.” “A show you must see!” - Heard Around Town/Las Vegas Leasure Guide

“The role is perfectly cast with Sebastian Anzaldo portraying Sinatra.”

“The tribute artist sings beautifully, which leaves the audience wondering whether the real star could have done an even better job...” - What’s On Las Vegas

“...Anzaldo resembles and sounds like a young, handsome Frank Sinatra...” - Showbiz Weekly

“Anzaldo has the Sinatra swagger...he immerses himself in the character.”
“If you are a fan of this legendary entertainer, you should get a kick out of this show...” - Accent/Las Vegas Sun

“When you reach a point in watching such a show that for a moment you actually believe he is who he is performing as, it really sends a chill up your spine.”

Dinner At Cibo Ristorante Italiano

Cibo Ristorante Italiano “Rat Pack” Dinner Menu
Sunday, October 26th – 5 pm – 10 pm
3 courses - $24.95 per person

Tuscan White Bean Soup
Cannellini Beans, Imported Pancetta, Rosemary Infused Oil
Or
Insalata Della Casa
Mixed Baby Field Greens, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Choice of:

Pollo Arrostito
Mary’s Roasted Half Free Range Chicken, Creamy Fontina Polenta, Roasted Cauliflower Ragout, Pancetta & Rosemary Reduction

Fresh Grilled Salmon
Brown Butter & Blood Orange Puree, Farro Risotto, Wild Mushrooms & Swiss Chard

Rigatoni Di Giovanni
Short Pasta Tubes, Fresh Tomato, Sweet Basil, Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Imported Ricotta

House Made Lasagna
House made four cheese Lasagna layered with a tomato meat sauce, bechamel, spinach & cheeses

Dessert
Tiramisú
Mascarpone layered with a hint of shaved chocolate, espresso and liquor-soaked savoiardi

About the Golden State Theatre:
In 1926, a 15,000 square-foot Moorish castle rose on Alvarado Street, to the amazement of locals and visitors alike. A new cinema and live performance venue to rival those in California's largest cities, the Golden State Theatre , which was built by the Reid Brothers, was the definition of an opulent movie palace. After decades of deterioration, it was faithfully restored to its former glory, featuring an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting. B.B. King, Bill Cosby, Willie Nelson, Yes, Patti Smith, Bob Weir and The Smothers Brothers — these are just some of the names that have graced the stage, contributing to the Theatre's new legacy since its renovation and exciting revival. The community is invited to attend a world-class concert or film festival at the Golden State Theatre, or host your own special event here, and become part of its new chapter of history.

The Golden State Theatre is operated by husband and wife entrepreneurs, Eric and Lori Lochtefeld, along with a team of industry professionals from across the country. They are also co-owners of the Fox Theatre in Redwood City, also built by the Reid Brothers in 1929, where they hold nearly 200 events per year. Through their work with the Fox Theatre and the community, they have helped to revitalize downtown Redwood City. For more information, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com or call (831) 649-1070.

The Golden State Theatre is located at 417 Alvarado Street in Downtown Monterey and has many outstanding events coming up in 2014/2015. To arrange any interviews, please call Wendy Brickman at (831) 633-4444 or email Brickman@BrickmanMarketing.com. For more information and to be added to their newsletter list, go to www.goldenstatetheatre.com.

Contact:
Wendy Brickman
Brickman Marketing
395 Del Monte Center #250
Monterey, CA 93940
831-633-4444
http://www.cibo.com