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November 2018
Comedy with Myles Weber and Friends
$20 Online | $25 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Myles Weber is a Comedian on a mission. He handedly took first place in the 40th Annual San Francisco International Comedy Competition. (Past competitors include Robin Williams, Dana Carvey, Sinbad, Ellen Degeneres, Louis CK, and Dane Cook.) Weber was the second youngest to win the competition and one of only two comics to ever sweep the whole thing. He has also faired well in festivals, having been voted "Best of The Fest" at the Burbank and San Luis Obispo Comedy Festivals.
Ray Charles Project
$25 Online | $30 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Featuring: Tony Lindsay, Glenn Walters, Chris Cain, David K. Mathews, Dewayne Pate, Deszon Claiborne
A tribute to the genius of Ray Charles, a swinging sextet of outstanding Bay Area musicians offering their take on Ray’s amazing songbook. The band is a meeting of elite jazz and blues musicians including 11-time GRAMMY® Award winner and Santana vocalist Tony Lindsay, noted Bay Area guitarist Chris Cain & soul filled vocals from Glenn Walters. A talent-packed rhythm section will back them, including Hammond B-3 player Dave Mathews, bassist DeWayne Pate and drummer Deszon Claiborne.
Stef Burns & Peppino D’Agostino w/ special guests Marc Russo, Jeff Campitelli, Jim Funk, and The Voena Choir
Reserved Seating: $25 - $45
Doors open 5PM | Show starts at 6PM
Stef and Peppino met in Benicia, California around 1999 because both their children went to the same school. They both had the "Italian connection" and a passion for guitars. Their friend Richard Freedman got them together to do a show to benefit the school, and they quickly found out that their different playing styles complimented each other so they decided to make an album together and start touring! "Bayshore Road" on Favored Nations Label by Steve Vai. After many tours, and the normal life path changes, they are reuniting for a special event on November 18, 2018 6pm at The Empress Theater in Vallejo, California! With special guests... not to be missed!
Wednesday Night Live in the Lounge with Kenya Baker Trio
General Admission: $10
Doors open 6:30PM | Show 7:30PM to 10PM
The Kenya Baker Trio lays down jazzy blues and funk originals, and original arrangements of blues, jazz funk and soul from great artists of the 1960s through the 1990s and beyond.
Kenya (guitar and vocals) is the composer of the band's original music and musical director for the band. His eclectic taste in old-skool music makes it come alive for today's audiences of all ages. Whether it's blues, mellow jazz, Memphis soul from the famous STaX music label, or classic funk, Kenya's arrangements are a fresh take on familiar artists including Jimi Hendrix, Johnny Guitar Watson, James Brown, BB King, Muddy Waters, Bill Withers, Isley Brothers, Parliament and more.
Petty Theft Tribute to Tom Petty
Petty Theft Tribute to Tom Petty
$25 Online | $30 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Petty Theft is not about gimmicks. We’re not a costume band and we don’t try to imitate Tom Petty. We simply pay tribute to one of America’s most celebrated and talented songwriters by playing his music as if it were our own. Petty Theft plays Tom Petty ’s songs true to the originals and in the spirit of his legendary band’s live shows, performing everything from his revered classics to his most current hits.
Sweet Soul Music – Kiesha Wright as Tina Turner
$25 Online | $30 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Sweet Soul Music Music Presents Tribute to the Blues Brothers BBKing and Tina Turner a Fundraiser in helping Fight Children with Leukemia Cancer giving back to Children Hospital. Kiesha wright has done many shows as Tina Turner and she now wants to Dedicate this show and performance to giving back in helping children who are in need with this disease Leukemia Cancer not only Leukemia but other cancer diseases as well our show is to get them the help the need, and the right doctors. Supporting us at shows helps give back by coming out to see a great show and hear good music in the house. What is Leukemia, in children symptoms of leukemia are often caused by problems in the child’s bone marrow, which is where the leukemia begins. As leukemia cells build up in the marrow, they can crowd out the normal blood cell-making cells. As a result, a child may not have enough normal red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood platelets. These shortages show up on blood tests, but they can also cause symptoms. The leukemia cells might also invade other areas of the body, which can also cause symptoms. This tribute show is dedicated to these children looking forward to your support and come out in helping give back to children hospital see a great show of fun during the Holiday.
Wednesday Night Live in the Lounge with Chris Cole Band
General Admission: $10
Doors open 6:30PM | Show 7:30PM to 10PM
This unique quartet is made up of 4 touring professionals, all based in the bay area. Singer Chris Cole, pianist Wayne Fettig, bassist Aaron Germaine and percussionist Gerry Kennett make up this ensemble. They bring a new energy and sound to classic tunes as well as their own original arrangements.
Girls Night Out The Show
Tickets: $22
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Ladies!! Mark your calendars & tell your friend’s you have a date with the #1 Girls Night Out Show in the Country! Girls Night Out The Show has quickly become the hottest ticket for Ladies Entertainment on the road today! Our legendary touring troupe is known for their fully choreographed performances and elaborate costumes. On Stage for the Biggest, Most Exciting Ladies Night Event of the Year!
December 2018
Vallejo Jazz Society Presents Nicolas Bearde Quintet
$20 General | $10 VJS Members | Up to two students free with adult ticket purchase
Doors open 5PM | Show starts at 6PM
Recording artist, Nicolas Bearde, a seasoned and highly respected showman, has established himself as a powerful presence in the contemporary jazz vocal mileu over this past decade. His silky baritone sound invites comparisons to Johnny Hartman, Lou Rawls, and Joe Williams, and his wit and engaging rapport captures and draws the audience into his live performances.
For the past 30+ years, Nicolas has made major marks in the world of jazz as an original member of Bobby McFerrin's innovative a cappella ensemble, "Voicestra", while carving out his own distinctive solo career. With classic performances and innovative interpretations of jazz standards and blues - Nicolas is the definitive jazz romantic. He'll steam you up with an original soulful song like Love Me, pull you into the nuanced emotion of a classic Bill Wither's tune, Can We Pretend, or captivate you with a stirring rendition of Naima, a John Coltrane ballad.
Wednesday Night Live in the Lounge – Joyce Grant Returns
General Admission: $10
Doors open 6:30PM | Show 7:30PM to 10PM
Joyce Grant singer/songwriter, determined at an early age that she was going to be a singer and spent her elementary and high school days performing in choir and musical theater. She is the great-great-niece of famed ragtime composer Scott Joplin. City Swing started a new chapter in 2007 with jazz singer Joyce Grant.
Christine Gambito – HappySlip
Reserved Seating: $25 - $35
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Christine Gambito, also known by her screen name HappySlip, is a Filipino American internet personality, actress, and comedian. Her videos have been been viewed over 100 million times across the web. As a pioneer on YouTube in 2006, she was the first personality to create a one woman show, and act as multiple characters in her sketches. Her unique and original comedy led to her being included in the first set of YouTube's paid partners, and she was nominated for YouTube's Best Comedy award in that same year. As a result of the the international recognition her videos were getting, Gambito was appointed as an honorary ambassador by the Department of Tourism of the Philippines. Her series of travel videos were included in the “Experience Philippines!” campaign and recognized with a Silver Boomerang Award and two Anvil Awards. Currently Christine prefers to take her one woman show and perform LIVE for audiences which is reminiscent of how she got her start. At family functions, she started performing comedy at a young age when her mom would request for her to do impressions of the family. Other cousins had to play piano, or sing… Christine had to stand up and do "imitation on demand". Unbeknownst to Christine, those were her early days of stand up comedy.
MOMOTOMBO SF
$25 Online | $30 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
MOMOTOMBO SF is a 10 piece group of legendary Bay Area musicians brought together by former Malo members timbalero Leo Rosales and guitarist Gabriel Manzo. The band combines Latin rhythms, Afro Cuban beats, Jazz and Rock to create an exciting, powerful and authentic Latin Rock sound straight from the psychedelic days of Winterland and The Fillmore. Comprised mainly of notable Malo and Santana alumni, MOMOTOMBO SF features selections from both iconic San Francisco native bands from which they came, with an emphasis on musicianship and improvisational creativity, and the intent to keep the Latin Rock legacy alive through sharing their music. The inspiration for the band's name, MOMOTOMBO SF, comes from the first song on the Malo Dos album (1972). Momotombo is a volcano that stands on the shores of Lago de Managua, Nicaragua. And just like that volcano, MOMOTOMBO SF is ready to erupt! SF is for San Francisco, of course, where the explosive sound of Latin Rock began. MOMOTOMBO SF. Come experience their fire!
City Swing Big Band Holiday Show ft. Joyce Grant
Reserved Seating: $25 - $35
Doors open 4PM | Show starts at 5PM
City Swing is proud to make their debut at the Empress Theater on December 9th, 2018! Playing old classics along with new arrangements of holiday music, the night is sure to fill you with the Holiday Spirit! Featuring Joyce Grant on vocals, we are excited to to perform for you all!
Ho Ho Hoey Rockin’ Holiday Tour
General Admission: $35
VIP Ticket Add-on: $25
VIP Party 6-7PM | Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Guitarist Gary Hoey will bring his Christmas show, Ho Ho Hoey Rockin' Holiday Tour back to the Empress Theatre. This event is a benefit concert for The First Tee of Contra Costa, The First Tee is a proactive youth organiztion serving youth in Contra Costa County AND South Solano. There will be a guitar auctioned off at the event, which will be autographed by Gary himself!
Larry Vuckovich Presents Nat King Cole, Mel Torme and Christmas Classics
$25 Online | $30 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 4PM | Show starts at 5PM
Special Christmas Show
Larry Vuckovich Presents Nat King Cole, Mel Torme and Christmas Classics
Featuring Alvon Johnson on Vocals and Kai Lyons on guitar.
Wednesday Night Live in the Lounge with Complicated Animals
General Admission: $10
Doors open 6:30PM | Show 7:30PM to 10PM
Complicated Animals' Mônica da Silva and Chad Alger blend Brazilian Bossa Nova, Acoustic, and World influences to create their self-coined genre Indie Nova. The duo’s songs have been featured in the movie ‘Lady Bird’, in the World Cup, on the Putumayo World Music compilation ‘Brazilian Beat’, and in the Paramount Network series ‘American Woman’.
Kimberlye Gold’s All-Star Rock’n’Soul Holiday Revue
Tickets: $25 Advanced
VIP Meet and Greet 6PM | Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Please join San Francisco Bay Area native singer/songwriter Kimberlye Gold for a gourmet feast of her deliciously catchy original tunes, some R&B/Rock’nSoul classics and your favorite holiday songs, delivered by the baddest "All-Star Rock'nSoul" band of merry makers on the planet! Gonna be the BEST dance party/love fest celebration of the season – don’t miss it!
Kimberlye Gold – Lead vocals/acoustic guitar
William Mininfield – Background/lead vocals – (Tongue & Chic Orchestra / Carlos Reyes Band)
Cedricke Dennis – Guitar – (Santana/Narada Michael Walden)
Jonathan Herrera – Bass – (Stanley Jordan/Bass Player Magazine)
Deszon Claiborne – Drums – (Boz Scaggs/Robben Ford)
Tom E. Politzer – Sax – (Tower Of Power)
Steffen Kuehn – Trumpet – (Tommy Igoe Groove Conspiracy/Pacific Mambo Orchestra)
Allen Leong – Keyboards/background vocals – (Ernie Watts/Bobby Hutcherson)
So Many Hats Live DVD Taping Starring Chelle T
$30 Online | $35 Phone & Box Office | VIP Meet and Greet $40
Doors open 5PM | Show starts at 6PM
Chelle T has entered the building. From being a mother, wife, pastor, writer, entrepreneur, and comedienne, the term "So Many Hats" has never fit better. Now Chelle T will have an opportunity to share with us all just how she juggles all these hats and makes it look so darn easy. Join us for a monumental moment in the life of this phenomenally funny lady. Be a part of history as she tapes her first DVD Comedy Special live. Come out and hear the thoughts and ideas straight from the mind of Chelle T that will bring you side bending laughter that you'll never forget.
Will Durst & Friends – Big Fat Year End Comedy Show
Tickets: $25 Online | $30 Box Office & Phone
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
Will Durst and his merry band of pranksters are pleased as punch to bring to Vallejo for the very first time, their hilarious New Year’s celebration where they promise to lampoon, satirize, mock, scoff, scorn, taunt, tease, rib and ridicule the people and events of the past year and do it with a modicum of taste and decorum.
New Years Eve – Juke Joint 70’s Edition featuring BUTTAH
Doors 8:30PM | Show 9:30PM
New Years Eve - Juke Joint 70's Edition featuring BUTTAH, costume contest
Nicole Pearson A.K.A "BUT-TAH" is a native of Richmond CA. Her style is soulfully nostalgic, rich and purely sweet to the ears. BUT-TAH starting singing at an early age. By the age of nine she began writing poetry and from poems came songs. The voice you hear will have you reminiscing on days of old soulful sanging. BUT-TAH is a former member of the groups "Patton Letha" & "The Nathan Owens Band", very successful travel bands which has performed in many of America’s largest and highly acclaimed casinos and venues for over 30 years. She's astounded audiences with her performances on “Showtime at the Apollo” episode 302 with Ciara and Petey Pablo hosted by comedian Mo'Nique and American Idol seasons 3, 5 & 6, she has performed all over the U.S. and abroad, entertaining in many parts of Japan including Tokyo's renowned, “Cotton Club” as a featured guest of the “Whispers” under the musical direction of the late Grady Wilkins.
January 2019
Mindi Abair and the Boneshakers
Reserved Seating: $35 - $65
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
One of the most recognized and sought-after saxophonists/vocalists, two-time GRAMMY nominee Mindi Abair has been electrifying audiences with her dynamic live performances and utter command of the saxophone since her debut album in 2000. No one since Junior Walker has brought saxophone and vocals in one package to the forefront of modern music, with a raucous tone and dynamic stage presence. She has garnered ten #1 radio hits, six Top 5 solo records and two #1 spots on the Billboard album charts. In 2014, Mindi received her first GRAMMY® nomination in the Best Pop Instrumental Album category, followed by a 2015 GRAMMY® nomination for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for her solo LP Wild Heart featuring Gregg Allman, Joe Perry, Trombone Shorty, Booker T. Jones, Keb’ Mo’, and Max Weinberg.
David Victor’s SUPERGROUP
$25 Online | $30 Phone & Box Office
Doors open 7PM | Show starts at 8PM
SUPERGROUP is former BOSTON vocalist/guitarist David Victor's all-new, all-star San Francisco Bay Area rock band. SUPERGROUP features a stellar lineup of musicians including former members of Y&T (bassist Brad Lang), Creedence Clearwater (guitarist Tal Morris), Night Ranger (keyboardist Jesse Bradman) and drummer Jeff Campitelli formerly of Joe Satriani's band. This band packs a punch with a powerhouse repertoire and captivating stage performance, performing originals and hits from their former bands as well as classics from Led Zeppelin, Journey, Train, The Eagles, Smokey Robinson and Tom Petty. SUPERGROUP beautifully weaves multiple genres and eras of music together into one cohesive, powerhouse performance. Expect stellar musicianship, and harmony-heavy, epic vocals. Purchase of a limited-edition VIP Experience ticket entitles you to a pre-show meet-n-greet with the rock stars of SUPERGROUP. Proceeds from an autographed guitar auction following the show will go to support Harmony & Healing, a non-profit organization that brings acoustic music to the bedsides of patients in healthcare facilities to brighten spirits and speed healing.
February 2019
Smooth Jazz Valentine Show featuring Najee with opener Blake Aaron
Doors 7PM | Show 8PM
VIP Valentine Dinner Add-on $50 per person
The Multi-Platinum & Grammy Nominated saxophonist and flautist, is back with his new album “Poetry In Motion” featuring: Incognito, Will Downing, Eric Roberson, Maysa, Bobby Lyle & Blake Aaron.
Grammy nominated saxophonist and flautist, Najee has made a career following his heart and keen musical intuition by pushing musical boundaries, all of which have made him an international pioneer in the music industry. Having collaborated with everyone in the music business from Prince, Quincy Jones to Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan and Herbie Hancock, Najee’s technical agility, grace, compositional prowess, unbridled passion and fearless genre bending have made him one of the most sought after musicians of his generation. With two Platinum and four Gold albums under his belt, Najee is an icon whose musical vision spawned an entire new genre by fusing the music close to his heart (R&B and Jazz).