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Thursday, January 30, 2014 – Daily News 3C Pastimes & Arts entertainment Classical concert to benefit State Theatre Cosby coming to Redding Bill Cosby is quite simply a national treasure. Perceptive, goofy and unfailingly clean, Cosby is one of America's most beloved comedians. He is a masterful storyteller, known for inhabiting a wide-range of everyday, but side-splittingly funny, characters. His unique family-focused comedy touches the heart. With nine Grammy and three Emmy awards to his name, generations of fans have fallen in love with his comedy routines, iconic albums, television series, best-selling books and film roles. His comedy transcends age, gender and cultural borders. Cosby's last Cascade Theatre appearance soldout in record time. Don't miss your chance to see this legendary favorite. The performance is scheduled for Feb. 21. Tickets are $65-$75 and are available at the Cascade Theatre Box Office at 1733 Market St. in Redding, by phone at (530) 243-8877 or directly through www.cascadetheatre.org. Zuma Zuma at the Cascade The North State Symphony String Quartet, Kyle Pickett and pianist John Chernoff will join forces to present a special concert of romantic chamber music at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 9 at the State Theatre. The program will include works by Schubert, Mendelssohn and Jacques Ibert, and all proceeds will be used to support the State Theatre and its musical programs. The concert will also showcase the theater's new Schimmel grand piano. "The State Theatre has some of the best acoustics for classical music in the North State, and we are grateful to have this sonic jewel in our community," says Terrie Baune, the North State Symphony's concertmaster. "The North State Symphony always Chico Performances Chico Performances will present the following events in February: Béla Fleck & Brooklyn Rider — Banjo Quintet, Thursday, Feb. 6 Béla Fleck, one of the world's leading banjo players, has composed a "banjo concerto," a piece which combines the banjo with a string quartet. Teaming with Brooklyn Rider, a quartet that focuses on "new music" in stunningly imaginative performances, TAO: Phoenix Rising — Japanese Taiko Drumming, Friday, Feb. 7 Athletic bodies and dramatic costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming and innovative choreography in a show that combines extraordinary precision, energy, and stamina. Pulse-pounding rhythms emanate from the percussion instruments featured in this performance-everything from tiny bells to giant drums. Lonestar — Country Rock, Sunday, Feb. 9 Lonestar is a country rock band with ten No.1 country hits, an album that hit No.1 on Billboard, an AMC Single of the Year award and Song of the Year award, and a CMA Vocal Group of the Year award. Best known for their smash hit "Amazed," they have several other multi-platinum hits including "Tequila Talkin," "Come Crying to Me," and "Mr. Mom." True Blues - History of the Blues — Corey Harris, Guy Davis & Alvin Youngblood Hart, Thursday, Feb. 13 Hosted by Corey Harris and featuring renowned musicians Guy Davis and Alvin Youngblood Hart, True Blues chronicles the extraordinary living culture of the blues in an evening of music and conversation, based on the film of the same name. Join these guitar masters as they take a musical journey down the Ole Mississippi to revisit the rich history of American blues music. The Graduate — Live Radio Theater, Thursday, Feb. 20 The satire-comedy The Graduate will forever be associated with the 1960s-who among us can ever forget Mrs. Robinson? This memorable American classic will be staged as a live radio broadcast by America's premier radio theater company, L.A. Theater Works. Carlos Nuñez — Power Packed Celtic Music, Sunday, Feb. 23 Carlos Nuñez has become one of Spain's most recognizable musicians and a major force behind the bagpipes' resurrection in popular music today. Nuñez and his band blast through Celtic/Latin tunes with high energy, precision and style, playing everything from Celtic to Flamenco, as well as Fado, Cuban, Mexican, Brazilian, and classical music. The Manhattan Transfer — Jazz/Pop/Vocal Superstars, Wednesday, Feb. 26 This renowned vocal group made history in 1981, winning Grammys in both the jazz and pop categories. In 1985, their album Vocalese earned 12 Grammy nominations. To date, The Manhattan Transfer has won 10 Grammys and has been nominated for 17. All performances are held at 7:30 p.m. in Laxson Auditorium on the CSU Chico campus. For tickets and information visit www.chicoperformances.com or call (530) 898-6333. Tips N Toes Saigon Bistro NEW BUFFET Lunch Express A Full Service Nail Salon American & International Food $5.00 off Lunch Buffet Wed-Sat 11 - 2:30 DINNER BUFFET Fri-Sat 5pm-8pm any one service with this ad (or mention this ad) Debi Stuhr Owner/Operator HeavenSentRanchPoultry@gmail.com Shop: Biscuits & Gravy, Meatloaf, Salad Bar, Sushi, Gumbo, Cajun Shrimp, Sandwiches, Fruit Salad and more Wine & Beer - Catering available 723 Walnut St. Red Bluff • 528-9670 enjoys playing here and we wanted to give something back to the people who have supported the symphony's performances here in Red Bluff, so we are presenting this chamber concert, with a theme of romance, as it's so close to Valentine's Day." The performers will play Mendelssohn's string quartet in D major Op. 44 #1, Schubert's piano trio Op. 99, and two interludes by Jacques Ibert for flute, violin and piano – a rare chance to hear North State Symphony music director Kyle Pickett play the flute in concert. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for 17 and younger and available at w w w. s t a t e t h e a t r e r e d bluff.com, Tehama Country Visitor Center and Wink Fashion & Salon. America's Got Talent finalists in 2011, Zuma Zuma is the African-style cirque performance that audiences agree is unlike anything they have seen before. From the cradle of all cultures, the acrobats and performers of Zuma Zuma combine the mysticism and magic of the African continent with the out-of-thisworld excitement of a theatrical cirque performance. Celebrate the richness of African cultures with this dazzling show that blends acrobatics, dance, and music by incredibly disciplined performers trained in Kenya and Tanzania. With live music from a South African vocalist and percussionists from Zimbabwe, the talented cast performs a non-stop, action-packed show featuring aerial acts, Egyptian limbo dancers, South African gumboot dancers, Gabonese tumblers, contortionists, amazing pole acts, and more. Event date Feb. 22. Tickets are $19 to $39 and are available at the Cascade Theatre Box Office at 1733 Market Street in Redding, by phone at (530) 243-8877 or directly through www.cascadetheatre.org. Band presents Noodles & Notes Courtesy photo The Red Bluff High School Concert Band will perform The 16th Annual Notes & Noodles spaghetti dinner and band concert on the theme of Disney at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31 at the Red Bluff Community and Senior Center, 1500 S. Jackson St. Admission is $8. Arts news? 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