McCallum Theatre adds Nov. 9 show, 'Emo Orchestra,' featuring Hawthorne Heights
The McCallum Theatre is partnering with Pioneertown venue Pappy and Harriet's for a Nov. 9 show dubbed "Emo Orchestra" featuring special guest pop-punk band Hawthorne Heights.
What is 'Emo Orchestra'?
"Emo Orchestra" is an unprecedented live experience during which Hawthorne Heights will perform their own songs as well as a vast array of emo hits by beloved groups such as Taking Back Sunday, My Chemical Romance and Dashboard Confessional — all while accompanied by a live orchestra.
When can I get tickets?
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. For more information, visit mccallum-theatre.org
How did the partnership come about?
McCallum Theatre President CEO and Artistic Director Mitch Gershenfeld said in a statement that he's always "respected" what the small high desert venue known for featuring acts such as Paul McCartney and Pixies has contributed to the local music scene.
"This is a great opportunity for the McCallum to reach out to an audience which may not be familiar with us. We hope this joint venture will open the doors to additional co-presentations in the future," Gershenfeld said in a statement.
What else can I see at the McCallum this season?
The theater's 2023-24 season opens on Nov. 5 with the Perondi's Stunt Dog Experience. “Les Misérables” is returning for the first time since 1993 for eight performances from Nov. 28 to Dec. 3. Palm Springs resident Barry Manilow will perform five "A Gift of Love VI" concerts benefitting Coachella Valley nonprofit organizations Dec. 12-13 and 15-17.
Since the 2014-15 season, Gershenfeld has included “Mitch’s Picks” into the annual programming, booking acts audiences may not be familiar with. This year’s picks are “America’s Got Talent” contestant Jimmie Herrod on Jan. 15 and the theatrical show “Selected Shorts” on Feb. 4 featuring guest actors reading stories aimed towards a Palm Springs audience. On Feb. 22, Palm Desert singer, Broadway actress and winner of the theater’s 2004 Open Call competition Carrie St. Louis will perform.
If you go
What: "Emo Orchestra" with special guest Hawthorne Heights
When: 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9
Where: McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert
How much: $48 to $78
More information: mccallum-theatre.org
Desert Sun reporter Brian Blueskye covers arts and entertainment. He can be reached at brian.blueskye@desertsun.com or on Twitter at @bblueskye.
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