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222 Performing Arts (DBA THE 222) Adult Arts Education, Art Gallery, Creative Sonoma Grantee, Education, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education THE 222 is a Performing Arts Organization in Healdsburg, California, committed to embracing innovation and developing performances for the 21st century. Our Mission Create outstanding events and experiences in the performing arts as a prime dynamic of connection within our community. Recognize and encourage youth participation in the arts as an investment in our long term cultural vitality. Strengthen the interaction between artists, audiences and the community.

6th Street Playhouse Creative Sonoma Grantee, Education, Holidays Shop Local, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Theatre, Youth Arts Education The Playhouse was created in 2004 by the merger of two of Sonoma County’s most prominent and oldest theatre companies, Santa Rosa Players and Actor’s Theatre. Together, with the help of G.K. Hardt and other community leaders and donors, the Playhouse renovated the 107-year-old Del Monte cannery in the Historic Railroad Square District. The $1.3 million dollar renovation resulted in a state-of-the-art theatre which opened to wide acclaim in 2005. It is the only theatre space designed by theatre artists for theatre in Sonoma County. In 2007, the Playhouse added the 99-seat Studio Theatre in another part of the same warehouse building. This theatre was especially designed for the production and development of new, cutting-edge plays. In 2010 additional classroom and rehearsal space was added. From the beginning, the Playhouse has provided a high quality School of Drama that provides a year-round program of affordable theatre classes and on-stage experiences for children, youth and adults. The Playhouse is unique in its willingness to include all levels of ability, from professional to community actors. Annually, the Playhouse reaches over 30,000 patrons, residents and visitors with over 200 performances (14 professional productions), 7 shows on the main stage, 7 shows in the Studio Theatre, a Holiday Cabaret series, 3 fundraising events, new play readings; winter, spring and fall School of Drama youth productions and adult classes; a summer theatre camp for children and youth, as well as numerous special events, cabarets, staged readings, workshops and presentations.

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A Theater For Children Education, Kids/Family, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Recovery Fund Grantee, Theatre, Youth Arts Education Local theater artists building character and community through theater events for children. For all the details, visit our website https://www.atheaterforchildren.com Our Vision A Theater For Children was founded in 2016 to serve the residents of Sonoma County. We offer low-cost performances for young audiences and offer free opportunities for children to perform. We recognize that the theater arts provide children with life-changing opportunities to develop character and confidence, promote cooperation among multiple generations and build a diverse and vibrant community of individuals who value creativity and learning. Our Programs Participation in the magic of theater, whether behind the scenes or in front of an audience, sparks imagination and ingenuity and helps to build community and character. A Theater For Children provides quality affordable live entertainment to the community in our mainstage shows. Each year we produce three main stage productions. Our shows include well-loved interpretations of classic children’s literature, as well as contemporary stories and new works. Some of our shows: McQuadle: A Dragon's Tale Cinderella, Cinderella, a participation play for children Dorothy & The Wizard of Oz, another child participation play. Disney's 101 Dalmatians KIDS Alex & The Magic Staff, by local artists Bridget Palmer and Peter B. Allen. For the 2019-2020 Season, we received a Cultural Arts Grant from Creative Sonoma to support our theme of "Children Embracing Nature Through Theater Arts." This grant supported our efforts to produce Disney's Lion King KIDS in November 2019. The production included the theme of the balance of nature and incorporated audience participation with an African animal headband arts project for children and the inclusion of audience voices and movement. Our March 2020 production, the California premiere of "Save Our Planet", also contained a nature preservation theme, and children were invited to participate by rapping along with the performers. Our two school site-specific versions of Disney's Lion King KIDS, at Bellevue and Kid Street Charter schools, including 60-100 children in each production. For a time, both projects had to be canceled because of the pandemic, but fortunately the Kid Street Lion King KIDS did take place in 2023. We dedicated our 2020-2021 Season to the theme of "It Takes a Village to Raise a Child." Although the Pandemic shutdown curtailed many of our plans, we were able to offer a Youth Playwriting Competition, a Playwriting Workshop, and a Zoom production of Alex & The Magic Staff in 2020. On April 24th, 2021, we collaborated with the Children's Museum of Sonoma County to create a fun day-long educational and entertaining event honoring Earth Day! Most recently, we reprised McQuadle: A Dragon's Tale, Disney's Lion King KIDS, Disney's Moana JR, and Disney's Beauty & the Beast JR. In Spring 2024, we're producing Witchs v. Princesses and Disney's A Little Mermaid JR. Who We Are Our organization is run by Executive Director, Bridget Palmer, President, Jim Plaisted, and Treasurer, Beverly Esperon. Our events are created and produced by volunteers from the Sonoma County community. ATFC is a Fiscally Sponsored Project of Inquiring Systems INC. (ISI), 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization, in Santa Rosa, CA.

Actualize.Media Business, Business Services, Corporation, Creative Services, Crew, Equipment, Film Office, Film/Video, Media, Multimedia, Performing Arts, Production Companies, Talent, Theatre, Visual Arts Welcome to ACTUALIZE, our Sonoma-based Film & Art company! Our passion is creating pieces and/or telling personal stories with depth. Our mission is to bring unique perspectives to the screen an other mediums, while building a supportive community and audiences alike. We are also dedicated to exploring the full range of human emotions while featuring a mix of recognizable and emerging talent. Whether you're a fan or artist, please join us on this journey of discovery and creativity, as we share the stories that matter!

Beto Alvarez-Perez Videography Education, Environmental, Film/Video, Library, Literature/Poetry, Media, Music, Nonprofit, Nonprofit Services, Performing Arts, Sports/Outdoors, Theatre, Travel, Visual Arts I am a Video Storytelling, I was born at Sogamoso. Colombia. I have worked in many audiovisual projects, documentaries and institutional videos for government institutions and non-profit organizations. Right now, I am based in the north SF bay area, and my goal is to bring the spirit and passion from the Andes and Colombia to Northern California.

Child Parent Institute Education, Kids/Family, Music, Nonprofit, Nonprofit Services, Performing Arts, School, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts Child Parent Institute’s Creative Arts programs provide high quality arts experiences for underserved children, youth, and families throughout Sonoma County. Our Creative Arts programs include an array of therapeutic, expressive, educational, and recreational activities and events in the areas of visual arts, theatre, music, movement, and more. These programs and activities are designed to strengthen social and emotional skills, boost self-esteem, and provide critical tools that yield lifelong benefits for participants. The Creative Arts team provides after-school groups, summer camps, in-school performances and workshops, family engagement activities, and community outreach and education. Many of our participants have been impacted by challenging experiences early in life, including toxic stress, special needs, and trauma. CPI’s Creative Arts team, in addition to contributing their professional artistic skills and expertise, are trained in trauma-informed care, strengths-based practice, and building protective factors that strengthen families and communities.

Cinnabar Theater Education, Holidays Shop Local, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Theatre, Youth Arts Education The mission of Cinnabar Theater is to present a wide range of theatrical, musical and operatic works that are relevant to contemporary life and challenging to audiences and artists alike. To achieve our mission, we create an environment that fosters the experimentation and exploration needed to produce high-quality performances, which can be enjoyed for their technique and artistry as well as for their connection to life and living. Additionally, we are committed to training young people in the performing arts so they can make lasting and meaningful connections between the arts and their daily lives. Located in a 1908 red schoolhouse on a grassy hill on the outskirts of Petaluma, Cinnabar Theater was founded in 1972 by opera singer Marvin Klebe and his wife, Jan. A former San Francisco Opera baritone, Klebe left big city life to create a small-scale performance space where creative people could collaborate and experiment. The Klebes and their four sons renovated the schoolhouse into what it is today: a performance space that provides North Bay residents and visitors a mix of plays, musicals, operas, and concerts. In 1983, we introduced our Young Repertory Theater (“Young Rep”) program. Created to counteract the ongoing decline of arts funding in public schools, Young Rep serves youth ages 4-18 from throughout Sonoma County. An ongoing program, Young Rep trains youth in the performing arts, specifically plays and musical theater. Through carefully crafted, age-appropriate curriculum, youth explore how their daily lives connect to the performing arts, and discover their own talents. Young Rep activities, which include summer camps and after-school programming, culminate into an average of five live performances, starring our Young Rep youth, annually. To ensure all youth who seek to explore the performing arts have the opportunity to participate, we offer scholarships for socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. Annually, 120 youth participate in Young Rep. In the 2016-17 season, we produced seven professional plays and musicals, two Young Rep performances, six concerts, and eight special performances, including puppetry and improvisational comedy. Over 6,000 individuals attended these performances, with 75% of our audience comprising Sonoma County residents.

Cloverdale Performing Arts Center Dance, Education, History/Heritage, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts The Mission of the Cloverdale Performing Arts Center: The Cloverdale Performing Arts Center is committed to being a vital performing arts presence by entertaining, inspiring, and educating our audiences with high-quality live productions. Through theatre, music, dance, and storytelling, we aim to strengthen community ties, broaden the cultural horizons of the entire community, and help prepare people of all ages for careers in the performing arts. Our History: The Cloverdale Performing Arts Center, Inc., a non-profit organization, was originally formed in May 2007 to provide a vehicle for education in, production and development of the performing arts, included but not limited to drama, musical and related cultural productions and to encourage community participation in all aspects thereof. The establishment of a performance space was intended to aid in the ongoing improvement of rundown areas; bolster the economic future and vitality of not only our downtown through increased traffic, but also our hotels and restaurants; and to provide a forum for our community to gather to share in what we, the community, can create. The Cloverdale Grange was our first home. That building, located at 201 Commercial Street, was to have been remodeled into a professional theatre built with funds from the City of Cloverdale, but then the building formerly known as Clover Fitness Center located 209 North Cloverdale Blvd became available early in 2008. CPAC then entered into a contract with the City of Cloverdale to purchase and renovate that building. Cloverdale Performing Arts Center will continue to manage the use of the Grange Building as a performance space, theatre annex, office, classroom and workshop space.

Curtain Call Theatre At The Russian River Theatre Curtain Call Theatre is an all volunteer theater company producing high quality, affordable plays from the classical and modern repertoire for the communities of the lower Russian River. We provide opportunities for volunteers to learn the theater arts and for audiences to experience the magic of the theater close to home. We envision a thriving arts community in the lower Russian River Valley where artists and audiences celebrate the riches of our shared humanity, bringing us closer together as a community.

Healdsburg Center For The Arts Adult Arts Education, Art Gallery, Arts Council/Alliance, Association/Club/Group/Guild, Business, Corporation, Dance, Decorative Arts, Education, Festivals/Markets, Film/Video, Fine Crafts, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Media, Museum and Gallery Memberships, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Recovery Fund Grantee, Retail, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education Healdsburg Center for the Arts is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating, inspiring, and promoting the arts through community education programs, events, and exhibitions.

Jake Ward Presents Dance, Festivals/Markets, Music, Performing Arts, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts Jake Ward Presents is a boutique entertainment and event promotion company based in Santa Rosa. In addition to producing local artistic showcase events we offer freelance consultation and event planning services. Jake Ward is the founder/director of multiple local arts enterprises including North Bay Cabaret, a monthly variety show series which occurs every third Friday at Whiskey Tip in Santa Rosa, and most recently, the Roseland Community Festival which debuts on Sunday October 1st. As an emcee, booker, and creative consultant, Jake Ward has worked with a number of local events and clients such as The Handcar Regatta, Railroad Square Music Festival, Rivertown Revival, Courthouse Square Festival, The Kinetic Carnivale, and many more.

Karen Miles Arts Council/Alliance, Dance, Education, Film/Video, Kids/Family, Music, Performing Arts, School, Special Events, Sports/Outdoors, Theatre, Travel, Visual Arts Bringing holistic body and soul awareness to performing arts, Karen Miles, creates a safe and sacred space for curiosity and play, for learning and growing, for creative expression and supportive listening. I work with students in K-8, as well as adults. I have an extensive background in dance and the performing arts, I am a certified yoga instructor, a substitute teacher, a PCS art docent. My mission is for all my students/clients to walk away feeling creative, empowered and emboldened to show up in life as themselves. Combining the arts with movement and meditation has the profound ability to build a community of resilience, authenticity, and compassion. Offerings: Choreography for individuals/groups, Creative Movement, Art, Yoga, Stagecraft, Explore Your Path (an Online series to connect to your joy and creativity), Family/Community Yoga

Legit Broz LLC Adult Arts Education, Business, Business Services, Corporation, Crew, Dance, Education, Environmental, Festivals/Markets, Film Office, Film/Video, Government, Library, Media, Music, Performing Arts, Publishing/Printing, Retail, School, Special Events, Sports/Outdoors, Talent, Theatre, Travel, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education Entertainment Services

Lions Den Education Institute Adult Arts Education, Creative Sonoma Grantee, Dance, Education, Festivals/Markets, History/Heritage, Kids/Family, Music, Performing Arts, School, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education THE LIONS DEN EDUCATION INSTITUTE SHARING COMMUNITY CULTURAL ENLIGHTENMENT With West African Drumming and Dance Performing Arts-Juggling, Acrobatics Overview The Lions Den Education Institute (LDEIASP) is established to provide communities opportunities to instill empowerment, self-determination and a sense of accomplishment to the people of the area. With these basic human attributes shared with our community, enlightenment is assured for our future. Our mission here at the LDEI is to share enlighten and educate the mainstream about our West African Culture. Our vision is to see everyone learn to appreciate their self-worth, resilience and power. Social emotional skills gained from our programs are self-confidence, teamwork, and perseverance. Success of the program will be measured in three ways; by the obvious joy in people's faces, minds and hearts, the culminating event produced, and an online anonymous survey participants can fill out to give feedback. Historically community programs focused on either just physical content or on academic content, here at LDEI, we understand the community is multifaceted and deserve to have every aspect of their being served. Our programs broaden horizons by teaching perseverance, to keep going when its hard and that's when things pay off. Our program develops character by having participants work closely together, building an interdependence that shows working on the same goal moves us all forward. Building much needed community awareness. Goals instill empowerment, self-determination and a sense of accomplishment to the participants and instill Self-confidence, Teamwork, and Enlightenment for our future.

Luther Burbank Center For The Arts Creative Sonoma Grantee, Dance, Education, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Recovery Fund Grantee, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is home to world-class performances, nationally-recognized education programs, contemporary visual art, and many popular events. The Arts Center is located in the heart of the Sonoma wine country and ranked among California’s top performing arts presenters. Together with its resident companies, the Center presents more than 100 performances in music, dance, theater, renowned speakers, and comedy; provides education programs serving 50,000+ children and adults; and hosts nearly 1,000 community events a year. Owned and operated by the Luther Burbank Memorial Foundation, the Center relies on charitable community donations to achieve its mission – to enrich, educate, and entertain.

Mina Communications Business, Business Services, Dance, Environmental, Film/Video, Food/Drink, Media, Music, Performing Arts, Publishing/Printing, Theatre, Visual Arts Mina Communications serves as a voice for the arts, the climate crisis, and more - by writing and publishing stimulating, under-reported content; and as a facilitator of Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, and Grant Writing services for arts, hospitality, and underserved business ventures with limited resources. Clientele includes CANVAS (Concierge Alliance of Napa Valley and Sonoma), Santa Rosa Salsa, the Flamingo Resort & Spa, San Diego Ballet, Duvall Productions, Luscious Noise, Conducting Preparations, and others. Media affiliations include Made Local Magazine, Sonoma Magazine, the North Bay Bohemian, the Pacific Sun, the San Diego Reader, In Dance for San Francisco's Dancers' Group, and others.

Music To My Ears Adult Arts Education, Dance, Education, Kids/Family, Music, Performing Arts, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education

Music to My Ears is a family owned & operated, local music education center offering private lessons, group programs, & musical theater productions. Centrally located in Sonoma County, we strive to provide fun and enriching musical experiences for children and adults.

Our Mission

At MTME, we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive community where creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth thrive. Through innovative arts education in Sonoma County, we empower learners and educators of the arts to explore, create, and contribute meaningfully to the world.

Our Vision

We envision a future where art, design, music and theatre serve as catalysts for connection, learning, and leadership. By embracing creativity, interconnectivity, and ingenuity, we aim to cultivate an environment where all individuals feel valued, inspired, and supported in their artistic, professional, and personal journeys.

Our Core Values

Creativity – We champion forward-thinking and innovative problem-solving, encouraging passionate exploration and artistic expression.
Interconnectivity – We believe in the power of community, standing together to support one another through collaboration, shared goals, and meaningful relationships.
Inclusivity – We are committed to cultivating an environment of acceptance, empathy, and mutual respect, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued.
Ingenuity – We embrace lifelong learning, research, and creative adaptation, fostering leadership in arts education through advocacy and collaboration.
Responsibility – We prioritize the well-being of our educators and learners, promoting professional growth, self-care, and sustainable practices that strengthen our communities.

Musical Instrument Library Arts Council/Alliance, Association/Club/Group/Guild, Festivals/Markets, History/Heritage, Kids/Family, Library, Museum, Music, Nonprofit, Nonprofit Services, Performing Arts, School, Special Events, Theatre, Travel, Visual Arts Mission Statement/Purpose: Bringing the world together through music, dance, art and cultural exchange. Our purpose is to provide musical instruments of the world to the public, and to promote all teachers, students, artists, enthusiasts and performers regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, religious or sexual orientation. Core Programs and Services: The Musical Instrument Library has two core services: Lending of musical instruments and providing a venue for musicians, dancers, artists, and children to study, cultivate, teach, and perform. Racial Equity Statement: The Musical Instrument Library strives to represent the world through music, art, and dance. We provide a safe space where everyone has access to musical instruments, education, dance, and art- especially to those who would usually not have the opportunity. It is our goal to appreciate and hold sacred the rich, musical cultures of the world, highlighting and uplifting artists from the cultures and places of origin and providing them with a platform, stage, classroom, instruments and other resources with which to cultivate and share their art. The Musical Instrument Library provides free and sliding scale services in order to make these things more accessible to those who are faced with bias, oppression, institutionalized racism, and economic hardship. By providing a platform for this education, we can combat ignorance and promote understanding and respect for all human beings.

North Bay Theatrics Inc Adult Arts Education, Dance, Education, Kids/Family, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education At North Bay Theatrics Inc. We believe the arts are fundamental to the human experience. We strive to be the vehicle that brings arts opportunities with a strong educational foundation, and focus on career pathways to all people in our communities. We believe that all students should be able to have access to theatre and arts opportunities, to that end we have never turned away a student on ability to pay. Our mentorship programs have helped our students grow into teachers, directors, and tech management. We have a robust volunteering program for friends and family and welcome parent and caretaker involvement.

Northern California Public Media Dance, Education, Environmental, Film/Video, History/Heritage, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Media, Music, Nonprofit, Special Events, Theatre, Travel, Visual Arts In order to encourage full participation in society and community, NorCal Public Media provides educational, informational and cultural telecommunication services in partnership with our community. We operate three non-profit media stations: KRCB TV, KPJK TV, and KRCB FM Radio 91. NorCal Public Media is a highly visible local arts, cultural, educational, news, and community information media hub, offering a unique service to the Bay Area in order to encourage full participation in community and society. NorCal Public Media expands options in providing and responding to new technologies through enhancement of technological functions and equipment. NorCal Public Media believes that civil society thrives through community alliances and collaborations.

Occidental Center For The Arts Adult Arts Education, Art Gallery, Dance, Education, Festivals/Markets, Film/Video, Fine Crafts, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Museum and Gallery Memberships, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Special Events, Theatre, Visual Arts Occidental Center for the Arts is West Sonoma County's entertainment hub! Our facilities include an auditorium, an amphitheater; an art gallery, classroom space and more! We offer year-round programming that presents a diverse variety of experiences to enrich our community. Enjoy concerts, exhibits, classes, programs, theatre, dance, wellness, literary events, poetry, storytelling and more at OCA.

Pegasus Theater Company Creative Sonoma Grantee, Performing Arts, Theatre Founded in 1998, Pegasus Theater Company is an all volunteer company that produces plays, staged readings, special events, and its annual Tapas New Short Play Festival. It is a California non profit located in Guerneville.

Raven Performing Arts Theater Dance, Education, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Music, Nonprofit, Performing Arts, Performing Arts Membership or Season Tickets, Special Events, Theatre, Youth Arts Education

We are a group of individuals just like you – community-minded individuals with an interest in preserving performing arts.

With funding for arts disappearing in our schools, the responsibility for supporting the arts lies firmly with us. When we banded together to save the historic Raven Theater in downtown Healdsburg California, we had big dreams of enhancing the lives of every community member by offering a conveniently located, eclectic array of entertainment.

That same goal pushes us forward today, as we continue to look for ways to broaden our role as a gathering place, wow audiences with top-name acts, bring in both amateur and professional stage productions, add more world music and dance shows to our lineup, and enable a stimulating exchange of ideas through a speaker series. Did we mention that we want to do all of this in a first-rate theater environment? One of our key goals is to raise funds to improve Raven with dressing rooms, better seating, more bathrooms, offices, storage for set pieces, enhanced lighting and sound, and an inviting lobby/concession area.

The mission of the Raven Performing Arts Theater is to provide an inviting venue for performing arts and a vibrant center for community, educational, and public service activities.

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To provide a long-term home for community performance groups including schools, churches, clubs, and public and private organizations.
To offer programming that encompasses a variety of professional performances including dance, acting, music, and festivals.
To provide a learning environment for children and adults, as individuals and in groups, to learn many aspects of theater operation, production, and presentation.

Short-term goals include a strong desire to expand our program offerings, upgrade the theater to enable a wider range of entertainers to perform on its stage. Longer term, we plan to convert the Raven Performing Arts Theater into a state-of-the-art performance venue, and create an endowment to sustain programming and theater maintenance.

Rio Nido Roadhouse Adult Arts Education, Association/Club/Group/Guild, Business, Business Services, Creative Services, Crew, Dance, Education, Equipment, Festivals/Markets, Film Office, Film/Video, Fine Crafts, Food/Drink, History/Heritage, Holidays Shop Local, Kids/Family, Literature/Poetry, Media, Music, Performing Arts, Production Companies, Retail, Special Events, Talent, Theatre, Visual Arts, Youth Arts Education Russian River Restaurant and Full Bar. Live music every weekend. Swimming pool open in the Summer.

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The mission of the Raven Performing Arts Theater is to provide an inviting venue for performing arts and a vibrant center for community, educational, and public service activities.