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Chico Performances presents the internationally acclaimed dance company Pilobolus Nov. 11 in Laxson Auditorium. Photo courtesy of Chico Performances

Dance company to infect Chico with contagious contortions

Trevor Whitney // November 7, 2014
Collaboration and creativity join forces to bring the world-class dance company to Chico, which is not unlike its fast-spreading fungal namesake.
Audience members interact with one of the mimes of MUMMENSCHANZ, portraying a giant hand. The troupe performed a captivating theatrical show Tuesday night at Laxson Auditorium. Photo credit: John Domogma

Swiss mime troupe enjoyable for all ages

Trevor Whitney // October 30, 2014
MUMMENSCHANZ had no need for sound or music during its genuinely funny and mind-boggling visual performance Tuesday at Laxson Auditorium.
Chico Performances presents The Hot Sardines, a contemporary jazz group from New York. The band will bring energized, hip-swinging rhythms to Laxson Auditorium on Sunday. Photo courtesy of Chico Performances

The Hot Sardines to bring infectious, hip-swinging jazz tunes to Laxson

Michael Quiring // October 13, 2014
The New York-based band will captivate jazz enthusiasts in a performance presented by Chico Performances on Sunday.
Shoji Kameda throat sings, Masato Baba hits the taiko and Eien Hunter plays the drums in On Ensemble. The group entertained Chico residents at the 21st annual Chico World Music Festival. Photo credit: John Domogma

Chico World Music Festival delivers stellar performances

Jake Hutchison // September 14, 2014
Chico Performances' 21st annual Chico World Music Festival featured incredible international acts, children's crafts and giant sawmill puppets.
Funkadesi will kick off the 21st annual Chico World Music Festival Friday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. in Laxson Auditorium. Photo courtesy of Chico Performances.

Funkadesi bringing funk fusion for Chico World Music Festival

Kristen Moran // September 5, 2014
Funkadesi, a 10-member multicultural group of musicians, will be the toe-tapping, uplifting opening act of the 21st annual Chico World Music Festival.
Run River North shows off its six person harmony as it plays in front of an audience of mostly first-year students at the first annual Wildcat Welcome Concert. Photo credit: Annie Paige

Wildcat Welcome kicks off semester with chilling, soulful performances

Jake Hutchison // August 24, 2014
Chico Performances and the Wildcat Welcome committee presented the first annual Wildcat Welcome Concert, featuring Run River North and Chico's own The LoLos.
Chico State graduates patiently sitting through the ceremony and eagerly waiting to finally hold their diploma in their hands. Photo credit: Chelsea Jeffers

Chico State class of 2014 graduates

Christine Lee // May 18, 2014
Hundreds of students attended the annual commencement ceremony that marked the end of their undergraduate careers.
Photo Courtesy of Chico Performances

Children’s classic delivers magical, musical ride on stage

Ashiah Scharaga // May 1, 2014
Chico residents won't have to travel far to see a whole new world next week.
Photo Courtesy of Chico Performances CHICO PERFORMANCES presents: Elvin Bishop with Guests James Cotton, Paul Thorn Rock, Blues & Barroom Boogie Saturday, March 15, 2014 Laxson Auditorium | 7:30 p.m. Premium $38 | Adult $33 | Senior $31 | Student/Child $25 www.chicoperformances.com

Trio brings rock, blues, barroom boogie

David Kahn // March 8, 2014
A mix of rock and blues icons to perform at Laxson Auditorium March 15.
Prepare to be seduced by The Graduate

Prepare to be seduced by The Graduate

David Kahn // February 13, 2014
Don't miss the 2014 tour of The Graduate at Laxson Auditorium Thursday, Feb. 20.
Chart-topping country band Lonestar will be playing at Laxson Auditorium Feb. 9 on a tour celebrating their 20-year anniversary. Photo courtesy of Chico Performances.

Be amazed by Lonestar at Laxson Auditorium

Emma Wood-Wright // February 2, 2014
Join country rock band Lonestar for a performance at Laxson Auditorium Sunday, Feb. 9.
Tommy Emmanuel rocks out on the guitar for audiences Thursday night at Laxson Auditorium.Photo credit: Annie Paige

Guitarists captivate crowds at Laxson Auditorium

Michael Quiring // January 31, 2014
Tommy Emmanuel and his special guests provided an inspiring guitar performance at Laxson Auditorium
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