2005 Season

Tuesday, June 21
WINNERS OF THE 54th ANNUAL YOUNG ARTIST AUDITIONS. Pre-concert performance by the Youth Ensemble of Strings, directed by Karen Thurman-Palmer. Sponsored by the Associates of The Redlands Bowl, Inc.

Friday, June 24
SUMMER FESTIVAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. “The Great Art of the Tenor”: Frank Paul Fetta, conductor. Back by popular demand, America’s beloved tenor Daniel Rodriguez sings songs from his latest CD, “From My Heart,” and performs a tribute to the great Mario Lanza. Co-sponsored by Clara Mae Clem.

Tuesday, June 28
LES BROWN’S BAND OF RENOWN directed by LES BROWN, JR. This American musical treasure invites you to enjoy the timeless sounds of the Big Band era.

Friday, July 1
Dark in observance of the national holiday.

Tuesday, July 5
THE DEBUSSY TRIO. A unique musical experience of 21st century chamber music. Innovative repertoire includes styles of French Impressionism to American jazz-fusion and works of famous film composers.

Friday, July 8
RHAPSODY IN TAPS, A TRIBUTE TO GREGORY HINES. A celebration of rhythm, tap dancing and jazz music with a special tribute to the late, great, Gregory Hines. Linda Sohl Ellison, artistic director. Co-sponsored by Paul T. Barich.

Tuesday, July 12
CLAVIVOCE. The four pianos and four voices of this talented mother-daughter quartet combine to present a wide variety of musical styles and genres. Performing with warmth, humor and charm, this family knows how to have fun.

Friday, July 15
PERLA BATALLA, MESTIZA. This songwriter and sultry chanteuse sings songs celebrating her Latin heritage, as well as modern-day favorites. Co-sponsored by La-Z-Boy West.

Tuesday, July 19
Musical Dress Rehearsal – JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT.

Thursday, Friday & Saturday, July 21, 22, 23
JOSEPH (PRODUCED & DIRECTED BY JOEL FAIRLEY) The triumphant story of 21, 22, 23 one of the great Biblical characters set to uplifting modern music. Join Joseph on a journey out of slavery and discover the power of love and forgiveness. T. Joel Fairley, producer/director. Jeffrey H. Rickard, conductor. Co-sponsored by the Physicians of Beaver Medical Clinic.

Tuesday, July 26
FERINTOSH. An all-star trio of musicians combining the soulful energy of traditional Scottish music with the virtuosic precision of Baroque music. Featuring premier cellist Abby Newton, David Greenberg on fiddle, and Kim Robertson on Celtic harp.

Friday, July 29
SUMMER FESTIVAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. “Classical Greats”: Frank Paul Fetta, conductor. featuring guest violinist Lindsey Deutsch.

Tuesday, August 2
NAVY BAND SOUTHWEST. One of America’s oldest and finest military bands performing a wide variety of popular songs as well as patriotic music. Co-sponsored by Norma J. Nesbitt.

Friday, August 5
SAN JOSE TAIKO. Inspired by the age-old form of Japanese drumming, these company performers express the beauty and harmony of the human spirit through the voice of the Taiko as they create new dimensions in movement and music.

Tuesday, August 9
LAURIE LEWIS, TOM ROZUM AND THE GUEST HOUSE BAND: “A Tribute to Bill Monroe.” Celebrate America’s musical heritage as Laurie Lewis, Tom Rozum and the Guest House Band present the sweetest harmonies, the finest picking and a heartwarming tribute to the “father of bluegrass,” Bill Monroe.

Friday, August 12
TOSCA by Puccini. Frank Paul Fetta, artistic director/producer. Louis Lebherz, stage director. A passionate and melodious docudrama focused on our heroine’s attempts to save the life of the man she loves during the dangerous and politically volatile summer of 1800 in Rome. Featuring Shana Blake Hill as Tosca, Matteo Bitetti as Cavaradossi, and Ralph Cato as Scarpia.

Friday, August 19
STATE STREET BALLET. “Cinderella.” The beloved childhood fairy tale comes to life in this elegant ballet which portrays the romantic story of how true love turns a lonely girl into a beautiful princess. Rodney Gustafson, artistic director.