Thu, Nov 20
The Bible: The Complete Word of God (abridged) City Lights Theater Company presents a comic condensed version of stories from the Bible. Preview night, 8pm. Also previews: Fri, Nov 21, 8pm. Opens Sat, Nov 22, 8pm. Also plays Sun, Nov 23, 7pm. $15-$28. City Lights Theater Company, 529 S. Second St, San Jose, 408.295.4200 or www.cltc.org.
Jewel The folksy singer/songwriter performs. Thu, Nov 20, 8pm. $29.50-$49.50. Flint Center, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, 408.864.8816 or www.flintcenter.com.
Fri, Nov 21
Grease JAM Theatricals presents the favorite 50s-nostalgia musical. Opens Fri, Nov 21, 8pm. Also plays Sat, Nov 22, 2pm and 8pm. Closes Sun, Nov 23, 2pm. $31-$61. Flint Center, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, 408.864.8816, 408.998.TIXS or
www.flintcenter.com.
Peninsula Symphony The Stanford Symphonic Chorus joins with the symphony for a program of Puccini's Messa di Gloria and Faure's Requiem. Fri, Nov 21, 8pm,
Sun, Nov 23, 1:30pm. Memorial Church,
Stanford, 650.941.5291 or
www.peninsulasymphony.org.
San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles A slide lecture titled "Hawaiian Calabash" will be presented by quilt artist Mary Haunani Cesar on Nov 21, 7pm-8:30pm. $5-$10. Offered in conjunction with the exhibit
"Moe Uhani Nani: Contemporary Hawaiian Quilts." Thru Jan 18. San Jose Museum of Quilts and Textiles, 110 Paseo de San
Antonio, San Jose, 408.971.0323 or www.sjquiltmuseum.org.
The Man Who Came to Dinner West Valley College Theatre Arts Department presents the classic comedy by Kaufman and Hart about a demanding radio celebrity who takes over the home of an unsuspecting family during the holidays after an injury prevents him from leaving. Opening night, 8pm. Also plays Sat, Nov 22, 8pm. Thru Dec 7. $10-$12. West Valley College Theatre, 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, 408.741.2058.
Triton Museum of Art A reception for "Winter Work," the second exhibition in an ongoing series that highlights the works of artists who teach. Thu, Nov 20, 6pm-8pm. Thru Feb 15. 1505 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, 408.247.3754 or www.tritonmuseum.org.
Sat, Nov 22
California Theatre Center Plays for the whole family. "Brave Irene," Sat, Nov 22, 11am and 7:30pm. $11 advance/$12 at the door. Sunnyvale Community Center Theatre, 550 E. Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, 408.245.2978 or www.ctcinc.org.
The Crucible San Jose State University Theatre Arts Department presents Arthur Miller's dramatic play about the Salem witch trials. Fri, Nov 21-Sat, Nov 22, 7pm. $10-$15. University Theatre, San Fernando and Fifth streets, San Jose, 408.924.4552.
Egyptian History Workshop Learn about why ancient Egyptians wore heavy make-up, what it was made of and more at this "Necessary Luxuries" workshop about Egyptian cosmetics, perfumes and incense led docent Kim Sanders. Sat, Nov 22, 1:30pm-2:30pm. Free with museum admission of $5-$9. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, 1342 Naglee Park,
San Jose, 408.947.3636 or
www.egyptianmuseum.org.
Indian Dance Concert Abhinaya Dance Company of San Jose presents "Varna-Mala: Colors of Bharatanatyam," a performance of South Indian classical dance which through codified rhythmic movements and stylized gestures relates stories from Hindu mythology. The concert features guest appearances
by the directors of Kalanjali Dances of India. Sat, Nov 22, 2pm and 8pm. $8-$25.
Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Rd, San Jose, 408.983.0491 or
www.indogram.com/bay/abhinaya.html
or www.abhinaya.com
Rainbow Women's Chorus The chorus presents "The Best of the Rainbow Women's Chorus," a program of favorite songs chosen by vote by chorus members. Sat, Nov 22, 8pm. Le Petit Trianon, 72 N. Fifth St, San Jose. Also, Sun, Nov 23, 3pm at the Center for Spiritual Living, 1195 Clark St, San Jose. $15 advance/$18 door at either show. For tickets, call 408.374.5228 or email rainbowwomenschorus@yahoo.com.
Robert Greenberg The popular lecturer from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music presents "The Paris Revolution, Part I--Claude Debussy." Sat, Nov 22, 10am. $25. Carriage House Theatre, Montalvo, 15400 Montalvo Rd, Saratoga, 408.961.5858 or
www.villamontalvo.org.
Sinfonietta Fall Classic The El Camino Youth Symphony Sinfonietta Orchestra opens its season with a performance featuring works by Haydn, Mozart, Hue and Mendelssohn. With special guests the Galbraith Honor Strings. Sat, Nov 22, 7:30pm. $5-$10. Cubberley Theatre, 4000 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, 650.327.2611 or www.ecys.org.
Symphony Silicon Valley A program of works by Argento, Prokofiev and Dvorak with guest soloist Lara St. John and guest conductor Theo Alcantara. Sat, Nov 22, 8pm. $28-$68. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, 255 Almaden Blvd, San Jose, 408.286.2600 ext 23.
Triton Museum of Art A reception and gallery walk for "New Works by California Artists," oils on linen and pastels on paper by Bay Area artist Bob Gerbracht. Thu, Nov 20, 6pm-8pm. Thru Jan 11. 1505 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, 408.247.3754 or www.tritonmuseum.org.
Sun, Nov 23
Hieroglyphs Workshop Learn to read hieroglyphs and get an introduction to the ancient Egyptian numbering and calendar dating systems in this workshop led by museum assistant Patricia DiMare. Sun, Nov 23, 2pm-3pm. Free with museum admission of $5-$9. Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, 1342 Naglee Park, San Jose, 408.947.3636 or www.egyptianmuseum.org.
San Jose Jewish Film Festival This 12th annual event features films from around the world; love and friendship is the theme of many of them. Screenings are held every Wed, 7:30pm and Sun, 3pm or 5:30pm thru Nov 23. Camera 3 Theater, 288 S. Second St, San Jose, 408.358.5907 or www.sjjff.org.
The Nutcracker Jim Gamble Puppet Productions presents a version of the popular holiday tale staged with entirely with marionettes. Sun, Nov 23, 1pm and 3pm. $8-$16. Carriage House Theatre, Montalvo, 15400 Montalvo Rd, Saratoga, 408.961.5858 or
www.villamontalvo.org.
Tue, Nov 25
Benefit Auction and Exhibition Opening day for WORKS/San Jose's annual benefit auction and exhibition, featuring the works of more 150 artists. Thru Dec 6, when the auction will be held. WORKS/San Jose, 30 N. Third St, San Jose, 408.295.8378 or www.workssanjose.org.
Wed, Nov 26
The Tale of the Allergist's Wife San Jose Stage Company presents an award-winning comedy by Charles Busch about a middle-class, middle-aged woman who finds a new life with the help of a more adventurous old friend. Preview night, 8pm. Also previews: Fri, Nov 28, 8pm. Opens Sat, Nov 29, 8pm. Thru Dec 21. $20-$42. The Stage,
490 S. First St, San Jose, 408.283.7142
or www.sjstage.com.
Ongoing
Cavalleria Rusticana With Pagliacci Opera San Jose presents a double bill of one-act operas about romance and tragedy. Thu, Nov 20-Sat, Nov 22, 8pm, Sun, Nov 23, 3pm, Tue, Nov 25, 8pm. Thru Nov 30. $43-$63. Montgomery Theatre, Market and San Carlos streets, San Jose, 408.437.4450 or www.operasj.org.
de Saisset Museum "Theatrical Realism: The Art of Inez Storer," a new exhibit of works by noted painter and printmaker Inez Storer. Thru Dec 7. Hours: Tue-Sun, 11am-4pm. Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, 408.554.4528.
Euphrat Museum of Art "Daily Dramas: Currents and Undercurrents," an exhibit of works by six artists who depict people or imply human presence in various dramas of our day, some chosen freely, others imposed by systems or regimes. Thru Nov 26. Hours: Mon-Thu, 10am-4pm. De Anza College, 21250 Stevens Creek Blvd, Cupertino, 408.864.8836 or http://www.deanza.edu/euphrat/
The Gifts of the Magi The Tabard Theatre Company kicks off its season with a holiday play based on two stories by O. Henry. Fri, Nov 21, 8pm. Closes Sat, Nov 22, 3pm and 8pm. $10-$15. South Valley Christian Church, 590 Shawnee Lane, San Jose, 408.979.0231 or www.tabardtheatre.org.
Hello, Dolly! West Valley Light Opera Association opens its 39th season with a musical comedy about a meddling matchmaker who sets out to make a match for herself--with a stingy millionaire. Fri, Nov 21, 8pm. Sat, Nov 22, 2:30pm and 8pm, Sun, Nov 123, 2:30pm. Thru Dec 6. $24 opening gala/$20-$22 regular performances. Saratoga Civic Theatre, 13777 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, 408.268.3777 or www.wvlo.org.
Japanese American Museum "1942: Luggage From Home to Camp." Thru June 2004. Tue-Fri, 11am-3pm, Sun, 11am-2pm. 535 N. Fifth St, San Jose, 408.294.3138 or www.jamsj.org.
The Learned Ladies Santa Clara University Theatre Arts Department presents a comedy by Moliere. Thu, Nov 20-Fri, Nov 21, 8pm. Closes Sat, Nov 22, 8pm. $5-$14. Louis B. Mayer Theatre, Santa Clara University, 408.554.4015 or www.scu.edu/cpa.
Les Miserables Peninsula Youth Theatre presents a shortened musical version of the classic French novel. Fri, Nov 21, 7:30pm, Sat, Nov 22, 2pm and 7:30pm. Closes Sun, Nov 23, 2pm. $13-$16. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St, Mountain View, 650.903.6000 or www.pytnet.org.
Listening Hour The San Jose State school of music and dance hosts a regular music series featuring a variety of performances: classical, jazz and world music. Every Tue and Thu, 12:30pm-1:15pm. Concert Hall, San Jose State University, 408.924.4631.
Montalvo Gallery "Inez Storer: Encore Narratives," recent works by Inez Storer. Part of a collaborative exhibit of Storer's works, also at the de Saisset Museum and the San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art. Thru March 7. Montalvo Gallery, Villa Montalvo, 15400 Montalvo Rd, Saratoga, 408.961.5813.
Montalvo "Sculpture on the Grounds," a new installation piece created by sculptor Herb Parker during his residency at Montalvo. Thru May 3, 2004. Montalvo, 15400 Montalvo Rd, Saratoga, 408.961.5813.
Open Studio Art Show San Jose City College art students hold an open studio show featuring a variety of artistic styles. Every Tue and Thu, 9:30am-3:30pm and Wed, 2pm-5pm thru Dec 3. San Jose City College, 2100 Moorpark, San Jose. Also, appointment showings can be made by calling 408.298.2181.
San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art "An Artist's Artist: The Legacy of Inez Storer," works by 14 of Storer's students. Part of a collaborative exhibit of Storer's works, also at the de Saisset Museum and Montalvo Gallery. Thru Jan 3. "Mixed Reviews," and "Dream," nighttime installations by Christian Marclay and Andrew Chung. Thru Jan 3. 451 S. First St, San Jose, 408.283.8155 or www.sjica.org.
San Jose Museum of Art "Hidden Lives: Eleanor Prager and Don Martin," works from the museum's permanent collection (thru Jan 2004). "Beyond Tradition: Permanent Collection Photographs," a survey of new and less-recent acquisitions from the museum's permanent collection. Thru Aug 22, 2004. Tue-Sun, 11am-5pm, Fri, 11am-10pm, closed Mon. 110 S. Market St, San Jose, 408.271.6840 or www.sjmusart.org.
Stanford's Cantor Arts Center "Hudson River School Masterworks," an exhibition of 55 paintings that include works by Thomas Cole, Frederic Church and others. "Print Matters: Explorations With Paper in Contemporary Prints." Ongoing thru Oct. ""Portraits by a Victorian Photographer," photos by Julia Margaret Cameron, which include portraits of Tennyson and Darwin. Thru Feb. The center also features free docent-led tours of the Stanford campus' outdoor art collection. Two different tours are offered, one on the first Sun of the month, the other on the third Sun of the month. Both tours begin at 2pm. Tours are held rain or shine on an ongoing basis. Wed-Sun, 11am-5pm, Thu, 11am-8pm. Cantor Arts Center, Stanford University, Museum Way (off Palm Dr), Stanford, 650.723.4177 or www.stanford.edu/dept/ccva.
Triton Museum of Art Works by Theodore Wores. Thru Feb 2004. Mon-Wed, 11am-5pm, Thu, 11am-9pm, Fri-Sun, 11 am-5pm. 1505 Warburton Ave, Santa Clara, 408.247.3754 or www.tritonmuseum.org.
Wine Galleria "Recent Paintings," large-scale acrylic paintings by Mary Medrano. Thru Jan 3. 377 S. First St, San Jose, 408.298.8877.
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown Theatre on San Pedro Square presents a musical based on Charles Schulz's "Peanuts" comic strip. Thu, Nov 20-Sat, Nov 22, 8pm, Sun, Nov 23, 3pm. Dinner or brunch available 2 1/2 hours before show starts. Extended thru Jan. $15-$30. Theatre on San Pedro Square, 29 N. San Pedro St, San Jose, 408.283.0200 or www.tosps.com.
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