Save 10% off the 2014 Season

Yes, Broadway quality shows are right here in your own back yard. Good Company Players’ exciting 2014 season is just under way at Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater, and this is your chance to get in on the fun for 10% off.

Think of it … six fantastic nights out at six award-winning musicals, accompanied by six mouth-watering meals … all for one incredible price.

Sign up by March 14, 2014 and you’ll get 10% off the regular season price, with your favorite table guaranteed for each show.

Can’t make it to all six shows? Pick your favorite 3, 4, or 5 shows and we’ll book your custom Mini Season for you, and you’ll still save money off individual per-show prices.

It’s all right here — great theater, great food, and a great night out. Here’s a link for more details on how to save 10%!
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Then buy your season tickets online at our special season discount page or call the Box Office at 559-266-9494 or 800-371-4747.

Good Company Players
at Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater
presents

A Funny Thing Happened
on the Way to the Forum

…winner of many Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Book.  Rated PG.  Call now to grab your table for this spirit-lifting joyride.  (559) 266-9494 or (800) 371-4747.  Or get your tickets online at our secure webpage.

The cast of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum

From the Bee review:

“To watch Dan Pessano reenact the role of Pseudolus… relishing every sight gag and frantic burst of wordplay, is to experience a comic master at work. “

“Along the way are all sorts of impediments to love and freedom, naturally, unleashed in a storyline chock full of  sight gags, pratfalls, wild chases, cross-dressing, fake dead bodies and a gaggle of scantily clad courtesans.”

“Roger Christensen is a standout as the booming Senex, the self-absorbed head of Psuedolus’ household. Jennifer Goettsch follows up her stellar GCP performance as Frau Blucher in “Young Frankenstein” with a spot-on portrayal of Domina, battle-axe wife of Senex.”

“…Gordon Moore milks every silly drop of his role as the befuddled slave Hysterium. When he and Pseudolus sing the reprise of the song “Lovely,” all comic cylinders are firing.”

 

The only thing serious is the outstanding dinner you’ll have before the show.  Part of the pleasure of an evening at Roger Rocka’s is the delicious dinner.

Chef Eric DeGroot

The Friday/Saturday menu for Forum includes:

Chicken Parmesan, a Crispy Chicken Breast with Parmesan and Melted Mozzarella served with Herbed Orzo with Fresh Spinach, and Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce.

Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Arugula Pesto and Shaved Asiago, served with Oven Roasted Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, and Baby Carrots

Savory Vegetarian Crepes, Cumin Scented Crepes Queso Fresco, served with Red Rice and Seasonal Vegetables and Roasted Poblano Crema

 On Thursday and Sunday nights, the buffet spread includes:

Dijon & Herb Crusted Pork Loin with Green Apple Chutney
Roasted Yukon Potatoes with Rosemary and Garlic
Swedish Meatballs with Buttered Egg Noodles
Marinated Grilled Chicken with Tangerines, Chipotle & Honey
Carrots with Spiced Yogurt & Fresh Cilantro
Catch of the Day
Spinach Cheese Manicotti
and Steamed Vegetables of the Season

This is just a partial list.  Many other items are served and the brunch buffet includes several breakfast items.

A Funny Thing on the Way to the Forum will be on our stage until March 16.

The King and I logo

The masterful Rodgers and Hammerstein score of The King and I, opening March 20 at Roger Rocka’s,  includes favorites such as “Getting to Know You,” “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Shall We Dance” and “Hello, Young Lovers.”

It is 1862 in Siam when an English widow, Anna Leonowens, and her young son arrive at the Royal Palace in Bangkok, having been summoned by the King to serve as tutor to his many children and wives. Anna and the King grow to understand and, eventually, respect one another, in a truly unique love story.  Rated G for the whole family, and tickets can be purchased now.  (559) 266-9494

The Grapes of Wrath

at Good Company Players’
2nd Space Theatre

John Steinbeck’s legendary dust bowl drama, The Grapes of Wrath is on stage at GCP’s 2nd Space Theatre  Call 559-266-0660 or 800-371-4747 for reservations, or buy securely online with this link.

The cast of The Grapes of Wrath

From the Bee review:

“What I like best about the show is director Patrick Tromborg’s deep empathy with the material. He also designed the scenery, and his artistic vision involves using both the scenic components and his large cast in a swirl of movement and mood-setting in what you might call Dust Bowl living theater.”

“A centerpiece of that staging is the converted Hudson truck used by the extended Joad family to make its famous trek from Oklahoma to California. With the clan packed in, it’s easy to imagine the vehicle putt-putting across parched countryside flat as glass, and then gearing up for strained, agonizing climbs up mountain passes.”

“Marc Gonzalez is a robust Tom Joad, recently paroled, who returns to his family homestead only to find it dry as dust. Other strong performers among the large cast include Noel Adams as the preacher, David Otero as Grampa and Greg Wike as Pa.”

“Amelia Ryan, as a hard-bitten Ma, is a standout… her performance at the end of the first act as the family finally makes it across the California border makes that moment simply soar.”

 The Grapes of Wrath will be on stage at 2nd Space until Feb. 23.

Logo for The 39 Steps

…opens February 27th at Good Company Players’ 2nd Space Theatre.  Brilliantly funny, The 39 Steps is a Tony Award-winning comic adaptation of the Alfred Hitchcock film by the same name.

The curtain rises on our hero, Richard Hannay, a man bored with his life who meets a beautiful, mysterious and seemingly paranoid woman. She turns up dead in his apartment and he realizes too late that she wasn’t paranoid after all. Someone was trying to kill her. Unfortunately, he is the only suspect. He flees to Scotland to clear his name, find the real murderers, save England and the free world.

Along the way, he meets hundreds of outrageous characters, all played by 5 actors. Finding himself handcuffed to yet another beautiful woman, Hannay must use all his wits to escape the authorities and assassins while trying to decipher what “the 39 steps” actually means.

This spoof of all things Hitchcock is incredibly fast-paced and uproarious, and it may be the most fun you’ve ever had at the theatre. Rated PG, and tickets can be purchased now.  559-266-0660

The 2014 Season at 2nd Space

2014 shows at 2nd Space include The Grapes of WrathThe 39 StepsLes Liaisons DangereusesOver the River and through the WoodsThe Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

You can purchase a 2nd Space Season by itself or in combination with Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater.  The Box Office will gladly provide details and explain the advantages.  Call 559-266-0660 or 800-371-4747.

We’re HonoredCRA logo

Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater and Good Company Players will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award next month by the Fresno Chapter of the California Restaurant Association.  Roger Rocka, Dan Pessano and staff from both organizations will bask in the limelight March 10 at the CRA’s Best of the Valley Restaurant Awards at the Radisson Hotel.  Aw-shucks!  Thanks CRA!

 

 Something for your sweetie Valentine's Day image

Need a great gift for Valentine’s Day?  How about giving the gift of a wonderful evening out?  A delicious dinner, attentive service, an award-winning Broadway musical, an energetic performance by Good Company Players’ Junior Company – all these things are contained in a gift certificate for Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater.  Get them at our box office, by phone at (559) 266-9494 or (800) 371-4747, or online at our secure website.

Entertainment Calendar for February

Saturday – February 1, 2014-

*2014 Artist Invitational, 10:00A, Conley Art Gallery-Fresno State, Fresno, 559-278-8341

Sunday – February 2, 2014-

*Super Bowl Sunday, 3:25P Kickoff, The shows at both of our theaters will be done in time for you to miss only a few commercials!

*Craig VonBerg Trio, 6:00P, Tokyo Gardens, Fresno, 559-268-3596

Thursday – February 6, 2014-

*Fresno Marti Gras Dance Festival, 10:00A, Radisson Hotel, Fresno, 559-268-1000

*Art Hop, 6:00P, Fresno Arts, Tower District & Downtown

*Jazz Hop, 6:00P, Fresno Arts, Tower District & Downtown

*High School Musical, 7:30P, Rotary Theater, Visalia, 559-730-7671

*The Drowsy Chaperone, 7:00P, Encore Theater, Tulare, 559-686-1300

Friday – February 7, 2014-

*First Friday Art Hop, 5:00P, Downtown Mariposa, Mariposa, 559-760-9690

*Latino Music Series, 7:00P, Selma Arts Center, Selma, 559-831-2238

*Billy Dean, 8:00P, The Merced Theater, Merced, 209-381-0500

Saturday – February 8, 2014-

*Madera Wine Trail’s Wine and Chocolate Weekend, 10:00A, Madera Wine Trail, Madera, 800-613-0709

*Music for Hope Live Music Marathon, 3:00P, Starving Artists Bistro, Fresno, 434-825-7566

*Dis/orient/ed Comedy Show, 7:30P, Tower Theatre, Fresno, 559-485-9050

*The Blues of Etta James-Cheryl Lockett, 7:30P, Merced County Arts Center, Merced, 209-720-4997

*Tulare County Symphony, 7:30P, Visalia Fox Theatre, Visalia, 559-625-1369

Sunday – February 9, 2014-

*WWE Live, 5:00P, SaveMart Center, Fresno, 559-347-3401

*Richard Giddens Trio, 6:00P, Tokyo Gardens, Fresno, 559-268-3596

Sunday – February 9, 2014-

*Thompson Square, 8:00P, Table Mountain Casino, Friant, 559-822-7777

Tuesday – February 11, 2014-

*World Ag Expo, 9:00A, International Agri-Center, Tulare, 559-688-1030

*Hot Tuna and David Lindley, 7:30P, Tower Theatre, Fresno, 559-485-9050

Thursday – February 13, 2014-

*Fresno Filmworks Presents Oscar Nominated Short Films of 2014, 5:30P, Tower Theatre, Fresno, 559-485-9050

Friday – February 14, 2014-

*Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater, Good Company Players, and 2nd Space Theatre! A show at Roger Rocka’s or 2nd Space would make a great gift.

*A Premiere Curtain 5 Theatregroup Showcase, 8:00P, Broken Leg Stage, Fresno, 559-375-0320

Saturday – February 15, 2014-

*Jake Shimabukuro, 8:00P, Tower Theatre, Fresno, 559-485-9050

*Fresno Phil Presents Cirque De La Symphonie, 8:00P, William Saroyan Theatre, Fresno, 800-745-3000

Sunday – February 16, 2014-

*Mike Dana Trio, 6:00P, Tokyo Gardens, Fresno, 559-268-3596

*Brian Regan, 7:30P, Visalia Fox Theatre, Visalia, 559-625-1369

Monday – February 17, 2014-

*President’s Day

Tuesday – February 18, 2014-

*Hello Dolly, 7:30P, Saroyan Theatre, Fresno, 800-745-3000

Thursday – February 20, 2014-

*Hasan Elahi, PhD-Hiding in Plain Sight, 12:30P, Peters Building, Fresno State, Fresno, 559-278-8341

*Winds of The San Joaquin Woodwind Ensemble, 7:30P, Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, 559-453-2000

Friday – February 21, 2014-

*Clint Black, 8:00P, Tower Theatre, Fresno, 559-485-9050

*Kenny Frye Band, 9:00P, Chukchansi Gold Resort, Coarsegold, 866-794-6946

Sunday – February 23, 2014-

*FINAL PERFORMANCE-THE GRAPES OF WRATH-PG, 2nd Space Theatre, 559-266-0660,

*David Aus Trio, 6:00P, Tokyo Gardens, Fresno, 559-268-3596

Tuesday – February 25, 2014-

*Woodward Shakespeare Festival- All’s Well That Ends Well, 6:30P, Woodward Park, Fresno, 559-927-3495

Thursday – February 27, 2014-

*OPENING NIGHT-THE 39 STEPS-PG, 2nd Space Theatre, 928 E Olive, Fresno 93728, 559-266-0660, www.gcplayers.com, Hitchcock meets hilarious in this ingenious take on the classic film. “Fast –paced, hysterical fun.” THROUGH APRIL 19

*The Rogue Festival, Throughout the Tower District, 559-514-6715

Friday – February 28, 2014-

*26th Annual San Joaquin Valley Jazz Festival, 8:00A, Paul Shaghoian Memorial Concert Hall, Fresno, 559-355-1108

*Fresno Grand Opera-Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, 6:30P, Saroyan Theatre, Fresno, 559-442-5699

*Fantastic Mr. Fox, 7:00P, Fresno City College Theatre, Fresno, 559-442-8221

*Shrek-The Musical, 7:30P, Playhouse Merced, Merced, 209-725-8587

*Y & T, 7:30P, Tower Theatre, Fresno, 559-485-9050