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COURTESY Students anxiously awaiting the announcement of part assignments for "Blackbeard the Pirate." About 88 young people auditioned Monday for 60 roles in the Missoula Chil- dren's Theatre production of Blackbeard the Pirate, to be presented Saturday at the State Theatre in Red Bluff. What starts as a lazy day at the beach, quickly turns into mystery and adventure when the search for Black- beard's treasure begins. Tales both past and pres- ent launch a group of beach bums to action in search of untold riches. Before the tale is told, a cast of colorful characters begin to reveal the secrets of Blackbeard's amazing treasure. Blackbeard the Pirate is a play with a message, per- fect for young children and adults alike. Written by Michael Mc- Gill, Blackbeard the Pirate will be performed at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday at the State Theatre. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for stu- dents and $5 for children. The production is spon- sored by the Tehama County Arts Council and the State Theatre for the Arts. STATETHEATRE REDDING The Shasta Col- lege spring play will be the award winning "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest" based on the iconic novel by Ken Kesey and written by Dale Wasserman. Veteran director Ken Hill returns to the Shasta College stage to direct a play that holds true to Ke- sey's original vision and nuances of individualism and the mechanistic con- trol wielded by authorities that formed the central cat- alyst to the emotional and cultural turmoil that was to shape an entire generation. This play is a dramatic presentation of adult themes. There is profan- ity, explicit and strong lan- guageandsexualsituations. It is intended for mature audiences. The show will open at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19. Performances will continue at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights, March 20 and 21 with a spe- cial Sunday afternoon mati- nee at 2 p.m. March 22. Threefinalperformances will run at 7:30 p.m. Thurs- day through Saturday, March 26-28. ASL Sign- ing will be available on the Sunday matinee and the fi- nal performance March 28. Tickets are available at the door for $8 general ad- mission and $5 seniors and students, or at www.shas- tacollege.edu. For more in- formation call the Division of Arts, Communications, Consumer and Social Sci- ences at 242-7730. "One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest" is directed by Ken Hill; written by Dale Wasserman; set de- sign by David Fraser; cos- tume design by Hillary Wilson-Fahey and by spe- cial arrangement with Samuel French, Inc. THEATER 'One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest' coming to Shasta College MarchFourth! is an in- ternationally-acclaimed, genre-breaking force in the world of entertainment. A sonic explosion de- livered by 20 musicians, dancers and artisans who travel the world over, year- round, taking audience members of all ages, from all walks of life, on a joy- inducing, foot-stomping, booty-shaking, soul-stir- ring journey that defies categorization. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 8 at the Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. in Redding. Ad- vance tickets are $25; day of show $29. This show is family-friendly. With exceptional musi- cal quality and a visual ka- leidoscope of stilt walkers, hoopers and Vaudeville- style dancers, M4 whips audiences into a celebra- tory frenzy with an over- the-top spectacle of high- energy compositions, col- orful costumes, hilarious stage shenanigans, and irresistible charisma. In- deed, this is not a band that simply "puts on a show." MarchFourth! deliv- ers a multi-faceted, indel- ible experience for those who are lucky enough to be in attendance. Combining Jazz, Funk, Afro-beat, Eastern Euro- pean Gypsy Brass, Samba, Latin, Big-band, and Rock, M4 has been touring the country and abroad for over a decade, honing their phenomenal skills, playing hundreds of shows in ev- ery possible type of venue, and gaining the reputa- tion of "stealing the festi- val" wherever they appear. After 12 years and more than 100 players joining forces for this extraordi- nary labor of love, M4 has recently jumped to a new level, selling out west coast venues and doubling atten- dance from previous tours. Get ready for an unforgetta- ble night of joy and laughs and musical mayhem. For more infor- mation, visit https:// w w w.f a c eb o ok .c om / events/549127298556276. To purchase tickets, visit https://cascadethe- atre.secure.force.com/ ticket/#det a ils _ a0S - G000000LAASvMAP. MARCHFOURTH! Sonic explosion on tap at the Cascade Six very talented ladies with very different view- points and artistic styles will fill the Orland Art Gal- lery with selections from their Sunday painting ses- sions during the month of March. Sally Dimas, Carol Pre- ble Miles, Amber Palmer, Ann Pierce, Thelma Sa- farik and Marilyn Walsh have joined together to share their years of art ex- perience, dedication to art and friendship with each other. This show will be on the walls of the Orland Art Gallery, 732 4th St., begin- ning 3-7 p.m. Friday, March 6 with an artist reception. Refreshments will be avail- able and the music of Mela- nia Raygoza will entertain. For more information, call the Orland Art Center at 865-5920. ORLAND 6 art is ts t o ex hi bi t pa in ti ng s Come see the Redding Civic Auditorium trans- formed into an enchanting and interactive experience April 11, with the produc- tion of Awakened, an ex- traordinary journey into the heart of a prince. More-than-a-musical, each performance includes pre-show and intermission entertainment, with culi- nary delights, live music, dancing and street perfor- mances for all ages. There will be performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Intimate and fresh, Awakened's celebrated score includes several be- spoke ensembles featuring Metropolitan Opera's Jen- nyRebecca Winas, College Light Opera Company's Kristina Kennedy along- side an all-star cast. Awakened features an original book, lyrics and music by i3 Presents and is adapted from the Oscar Wilde's original title The Happy Prince. Additionally, at every performance a variety of scholarships will be raffled to the audience including art, dance, drama, creative writing and photography for children ages 8-18. i3 Presents is a local pro- duction company founded by Redding artists. For tick- ets and information, visit: www.reddingcivic.com. MULTI-DISCIPLINE Aw ak ene d to b e pe rf or me d at Redding Civic Auditorium CHICO With a focus on lo- cally grown and produced foods and beverages from the North Valley, the 2015 California Nut Festival is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 18. The popular culinary event takes place outdoors on the historic grounds of the Patrick Ranch Museum in Chico. Each year, this crowd- pleasing festival showcases plentiful gourmet food of- ferings, always-popular wine and beer sampling, nut-inspired cooking dem- onstrations, live musical en- tertainment on two outdoor stages and an art show fea- turing local artists. Tickets go on sale Friday for the 2015 California Nut Festi- val. Locally grown tree nuts including almonds, wal- nuts, pecans and pistachios take center stage through- out the event and during much-anticipated cooking demonstrations. The goal of the vibrant, entertaining and fun an- nual festival is to celebrate the culinary delights grown and produced in California while paying tribute to the strong farming heritage in Butte County and also pro- viding festival guests with an opportunity to connect with local farmers and growers. "The California Nut Fes- tival is really hitting its stride among foodies, farm- ers and the North Valley community at large," said Kathy Chance, lead orga- nizer. General admission tick- ets to the California Nut Festival are $25 in advance and $30 the day of the event and can be purchased on- line or at any participating Tri Counties Bank location beginning Friday. Tickets for children ages 7-12 are $10 and the event is free for children six and younger. Proceeds from the Califor- nia Nut Festival support the historic Patrick Ranch Mu- seum. For more information visit www.CaliforniaNut- Festival.com, call 530-519- 1882 or connect via social media at www.facebook. com/nutfestival. PATRICK RANCH Go nuts at the California Nut Festival Local youth to present 'Blackbeard the Pirate' Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, March 8 at the Cascade Theatre, 1731 Market St. in Redding. Advance tickets are $25; day of show $29. This show is family- friendly. Refreshments will be available. FREECONCERT! 1005 So. Jackson St., Red Bluff FirstChurchofGod THENELONS -SouthernGospelatit'sverybest!-Wonderfulforentirefamily-Invitefriendsandfamily Opener: Remnant The smooth, rich sounds of multi-Dove Award winning and Grammy nominated recording artist, The Nelon's keep their feet firmly planted in faith and family, lifting up the name of Jesus as they perform all over the world. The smooth, rich sounds and vocal excellence will bless your soul! The group who has enjoyed much success as a part of the prestigious Gaither Homecoming Tour and Video Series. Friday, March 13 th • 6:30 p.m. FREE - Generous love offering taken at concert $ 10 Adults • $ 3 Students Studentteams vs Adults teams... WhowillwintheUltimate Spelling Bee Crown? SAT., MARCH 21 5PM-8PM RED BLUFF HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOUSE Hosted by Spellmaster Jennifer Scarborough of KRCR Tickets available at the door or by calling 530.529.4074 Publishedthroughaco-sponsorship agreement with The Daily News A+E » redbluffdailynews.com Thursday, March 5, 2015 MORE AT FACEBOOK.COM/RBDAILYNEWS AND TWITTER.COM/REDBLUFFNEWS A5