Mariachi Los Camperos on Feb. 24
There are a number of exciting events in store over the next few months at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center. See The Black Market Trust this evening, Feb. 23, at 8 p.m. The Los Angeles-based traditional pop/vocal jazz ensemble performs some of the favorite songs of legendary American singers as well as popular vocal groups. A special offer allows patrons to buy one ticket and receive another one free (only at the box office).
The next evening, Feb. 24 at 8 p.m. will feature Mariachi Los Camperos. The event is sold out, therefore lucky ticket-holders will witness Jesus “Chuy” Guzman lead this world-class group in celebration of the “golden era” of mariachi music featuring works by singers Agustin Lara, Maria Grever, Javier Solis and Manuel M. Ponce.
On Sunday, Feb. 25, at 7 p.m. SNAP: Contemporary Mystery Performance will take place. The show is known to “play with time and space” featuring an eclectic ensemble of South Korean illusionists intent to “boggle your mind” with incredible magic skills. Watch for the dexterous sleight-of-hand mixed with Chaplin-esque vaudevillian comedy and suspense.
A special gathering takes place on Monday, March 1, at 10 a.m. Collision of Rhythm is a schools-only performance for K-12 students. See a high-energy performance that utilizes a wide range of musical instruments including drums and percussion, piano, the marimba, saxophone and even the “beatbox.” There will be elements of tap dancing and bounce juggling as well.
On March 2 at 8 p.m. Voctave takes the stage to present an evening of Broadway show tunes and Disney showstoppers. The group is composed of 11 vocalists from diverse backgrounds in musical theatre, barbershop and poland choral.
Storm Large will appear at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 8. This musician, actor, playwright and author shot to national prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show “Rock Star: Supernova. She has since built a national and worldwide fanbase.
Missoula Children’s Theatre will present “Robin Hood” on Friday, March 15, at 10 a.m. Another schools-only performance, this take on the popular tale was conceived, written/composed by Michael Megill as we follow Robin Hood and his merry band of mates through Sherwood Forest.
The Lancaster Performing Arts Center is located at 750 W. Lancaster Blvd. The box office is open from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. For tickets or more information regarding these and additional performances throughout the year, call (661) 723-5950 or visit www.lpac.org.
