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Andy Summers of the Police Headlines April 20 Benefit Concert for Musicians Affected by the NorCal Fires! Summers and a bevy of guitar stars that includes Jennifer Batten, Andy Timmons, Mimi Fox, and Tracii Guns to rock charity event at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa, California

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced that Bianca Del Rio, season 6 winner of "RuPaul's Drag Race," will bring her new stand-up comedy show, Blame it on Bianca Del Rio, to the Center Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 8 p.m.

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC)made its spring announcement of 18 new shows added to the 2018-2019 season, continuing to showcase chart topping musicians, compelling dance companies, groundbreaking storytellers and authors and a wide range of holiday performances, all appealing to diverse audiences. Tickets for all shows go on sale first to LBC members on Monday, April 9 at 12 p.m. and then to the general public on Friday, April 20 at 12 p.m.

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox will return to Santa Rosa-back by popular demand-to perform their pop hits with a vintage twist Friday, June 22, 2018 at 8 p.m. Tickets for Postmodern Jukebox range in price from $39-$75 and will be available on Friday, March 30 at 12 p.m. online at lutherburbankcenter.org, by calling 707-546-3600 or at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ticket office (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa).

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced that 30 pastry artists from North Bay bakeries, restaurants and catering companies will participate in the annual benefit, The Art of Dessert, on Saturday, April 7, 2018 in the Center's Lytton Rancheria Grand Lobby (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa). The Art of Dessert-now in its 15th year-features one-of-a-kind confections created by the North Bay's most esteemed pastry artists. The desserts are judged by a panel of local celebrities, and will double as artistic table centerpieces and the delectable final course. The Art of Dessert raises vital funds for the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, which allows LBC to engage Sonoma County residents in the power of the arts, from world class performances to nationally recognized education programs that change the lives of 40,000 children annually. Since its inception, The Art of Dessert has raised $3.2 million and helped the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts provide the enrichment of arts to more than 400,000 children.

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) and the Santa Rosa Symphony announced the lineup for the 2018-19 Symphony Pops Series, to be presented in the Ruth Finley Person Theater at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa). Now in its 14th year, the Sunday afternoon concert series introduces audiences to the great depth and range of sounds of the Santa Rosa Symphony and acclaimed soloists, through the music of legendary Motown artists, dynamic divas, and tributes to pop sensations.

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced today that KQED will present Forum on the Road: Santa Rosa at the Center (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa) on Friday, April 6, 2018 at 8:30 a.m.

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced its annual benefit, The Art of Dessert on Saturday, April 7, 2018 in the Center's Lytton Rancheria Grand Lobby (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa). Now in its 15th year, The Art of Dessert, an evening of fine dining, features one-of-a-kind confections created by famed North Bay pastry artists. Desserts will be judged by a panel of local celebrities, and will double as artistic table centerpieces and the delectable final course. The Art of Dessert raises vital funds for the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, which allows the Center to engage Sonoma County residents in the power of the arts, from world class performances to nationally-recognized education programs that change the lives of 40,000 children annually. Since its inception, The Art of Dessert has raised $3.2 million and helped the Center provide the enrichment of arts to over 400,000 children.

Transcendence Theatre Company, creators and producers of the award-winning "Broadway Under the Stars," celebrates the talents and tenacity of female Broadway professionals with its premiere of 'The Ladies of Broadway,' presented in March 2018 with performances in San Rafael and Santa Rosa, Calif.

San Diego-based Ballast Point, a pioneer in the craft beer industry and one of the nation's leading craft breweries known for high-quality, award-winning and innovative beers, announced the opening of a brewery, tasting room and kitchen in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort.

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced two new performances in 2018, adding to the dynamic lineup of entertainment in Santa Rosa. Soul and gospel legend Mavis Staplesperforms at the Center on Friday, April 27 and, Broadway and TV star Adam Trent will present his signature brand of magic and illusion in the high-tech stage spectacle The Magic of Adam Trent on Thursday, June 28. Tickets for both performances go on sale on Friday, January 26 at 12 p.m. and are available by calling 707-546-3600, online at lutherburbankcenter.org, or at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ticket office (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa).

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) will host Stand Up Sonoma, a comedy benefit featuring Joel McHale, Nick Kroll, Nikki Glaser, Kyle Kinane, Chris Porter, and more today, January 4, 2018 at 8 p.m. Proceeds from the once-in-a-lifetime night of comedy relief will go to the Sonoma Pride Fundraiser and King Ridge Foundation, which directly help those in Sonoma County affected by the October wildfires.

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced the rescheduled performance date for Stephen Stills and Judy Collins as Friday, June 1, 2018 at 7 p.m.

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced three new performances for 2018, including comedian Jerry Seinfeld on Friday, March 2; the female folk trio I'm With Her on Wednesday, April 4; and Brain Candy Live! starring Adam Savage and Michael Stevens on Saturday, April 14.

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) welcomes the all-new Maks, Val & Peta, Live On Tour: Confidential on Monday, May 14, 2018 at 8 p.m. Following a smash-hit first tour, Maks and Val, the hottest stars of ABC's Dancing With The Stars are back with an all new spectacular show and this time the family has grown. Joining them in their brand-new show Confidential, the stunningly talented, Peta Murgatroyd, two time Dancing With The Stars Mirror Ball champion, actress and Mrs. Maks Chmerkovskiy. Tickets range in price from $55 $69 and will be available for purchase on Friday, December 8, 2017 at 12 p.m. by calling 707.546.3600, online at lutherburbankcenter.org, or at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ticket office (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa).

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) will host Stand Up Sonoma, a comedy benefit featuring Joel McHale, Nick Kroll, Nikki Glaser, Kyle Kinane, Chris Porter, and more on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 8 p.m. Proceeds from the once-in-a-lifetime night of comedy relief will go to the Sonoma Pride Fundraiser and King Ridge Foundation, which directly help those in Sonoma County affected by the October wildfires.

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts welcomes "SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE," the 14-time Emmy Award-winning show that sparked America's fascination with dance, for one night only on Sunday, November 18, 2017 at 8 p.m.

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) is proud to present An Evening with Lyle Lovett and Robert Earl Keen for one night only on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 8 p.m. The two Texas music legends will take the stage together in Santa Rosa for a down-home acoustic concert event. Tickets range in price from $49 -$69 and will be available for purchase on Friday, November 17, 2017 at 12 p.m. by calling 707.546.3600, online at lutherburbankcenter.org, or at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ticket office (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa).

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) and the Santa Rosa Symphony announced the rescheduled performance date for What a Wonderful World: A Tribute to Louis Armstrong as Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 3 p.m. The 2017 2018 Symphony Pops series will now kick-off with A Holly Jolly Pops on Sunday, December 10, 2017 at 3 p.m. Tickets for the concert originally scheduled on October 22, 2017 of What a Wonderful World will be honored at the rescheduled performance. New single tickets ($37 $80) will be available for purchase on Friday, November 17, 2017 at 12 p.m. by calling 707-546-3600, online at lutherburbankcenter.org, or at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts ticket office (50 Mark West Springs Road in Santa Rosa).

Today, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts (LBC) announced a 'Pay What You Can' program for select performances during the month of November.