In the Spirit of Lennon
2025-10-10 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
In the Spirit of Lennon: An intimate acoustic tribute to the life and music of John Lennon
Drew Harrison presents a heartfelt, emotionally charged retrospective of the life and career of one of the most influential artists of all time, told through stories and songs spanning from the Beatles years to the final recordings of his life. Gifted with a natural, effortless Lennon voice, Harrison has spent nearly two decades performing John Lennon’s songs and sharing the stories and anecdotes that bring them to life.
In the Spirit of Lennon is his tribute to John Lennon. In the show, Harrison goes beyond simply sounding like Lennon—he captures the intensity and delicate honesty that Lennon brought to The Beatles’ music and later to his own post-Beatles creations. In 2018, Harrison performed this show at the world-famous Cavern Club in Liverpool, England, helping raise funds to restore the iconic Strawberry Fields.

Marathi Natak Sakkhe Shejari
2025-10-11 15:30 - 18:30 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
“Sakkhe Shejari” is an episodic drama that celebrates the bittersweet bonds between three neighboring couples in a lively Mumbai apartment complex. From sharing a morning cup of tea to passing around the daily newspaper, their everyday interactions weave a tapestry of warmth, humor, and heartfelt connection.
As life unfolds with unexpected twists and relatable turns, this light-hearted play captures the essence of community, friendship, and the delightful chaos of living next door. With witty dialogues, lovable characters, and a simple yet engaging plot, “Sakkhe Shejari” offers a refreshing take on the timeless saying: Love thy neighbor.
Join us for an evening filled with laughter, warmth, and a touch of drama — where every encounter tells a story, and every neighbor becomes family.
Tickets on sale now!
Limited VIP tickets $40
General tickets $30
**Online Only Early Bird Special: $5 off a ticket now till September 2. Don’t miss out on this special deal, buy your tickets today!

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

EBCT presents Jackie and the Beanstalk
2025-10-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
JACKIE AND THE BEANSTALK
A One Day Only MUSICAL Event for the Entire Family!
Think you know the story about the little kid with the magic beans? Well, you don’t know jack!
Come take a trip up a giant beanstalk, and into a world of music, comedy, and magic! “Jackie and the Beanstalk, and the Giant, and the Goose, and the Really Truly-Uly Rotten Day” is a musical version of the classic tale, but with a fresh new gender swap!
This East Bay Children’s Theatre production (featuring an all adult cast) will delight children and adults alike with its upbeat attitude, clever comedy, and Broadway-style songs. Book, Music and Lyrics are by Ron Lytle.
The wacky cast of characters includes the troubled titular character Jackie, a vainglorious cow, an overworked and underpaid golden goose, and a diminutive giant with an ENORMOUS Napoleon complex!
The talented cast includes: Terry Pink Alexander, Hannah Conner, Deena Foley, Jordyn Foley, Taryn Hannigan, Nathaniel Howe, Diana Kehrig, Devon La Bar, Michael Mendelsohn, Amosi Morgan, Shawntell Livingston, and Vini Tambasco.
EBCT’S touring productions typically SELL OUT at the Firehouse, so reserve your tickets NOW to avoid disappointment! Come in costume, and have your picture taken with the cast!
East Bay Children’s Theatre Making a Difference Since 1933

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

Empty Nest and All the Rest
2025-10-17 20:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
This hilarious one-man comedy show was born one August afternoon when 22 years of parenting came to a sudden and thankless end. These same children…the ones who thought pushing a garbage can 100 feet to the curb qualified as “doing chores”…the ones who considered your leftover pizza “available for anyone,” but their party size bag of pita chips (that YOU paid for) not to be touched…just up and left for their $80,000/year college. Thank god you hung onto the streaming service passcodes, otherwise you might never hear from them.
​Now it’s just you and your wife. The kids have been gone for a month and you’re out of topics.” Does she really want to know if I think she looks good in that pair of overalls?”
Welcome to Empty Nest and All the Rest.
“That was the most impressive thing I’ve seen in a long time. It was so polished, so funny, and so thoughtfully composed. I’ve watched comedians work over the years and not get even close to where Clay was last night.”
“I am totally drop-jawed. The stories. The timing and call backs. Bravo! Amazing performance. Honestly.”
Clay has performed his unique brand of comedy, insight and storytelling to audiences of as many as 1000. He has appeared on KGO-TV, ABC Radio, and in Fast Company. He is the author of four screenplays and was a finalist for the Sundance Screenwriters Lab in 2011.
And he is now officially an empty nester.
www.emptynestrest.com

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

Diwali Celebration 2025
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00 | Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Celebrate the Festival of Lights, featuring live music and dance, storytelling, arts and crafts, light refreshments, and more!
Schedule
1:00 PM – Welcome and Storytime from Pleasanton Library staff
Arts, crafts, and face painting
1:30 PM – Bollywood-inspired dance performance from Bollywood for Life
2:00 PM – Srilaya School of Dance performs classical Indian dance or Bharathanatyam
Arts, crafts, and activities continue
Sponsored in part by

Peppino D'Agostino and MVI (Mark Vickness Interconnected)
2025-10-18 19:30 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
PEPPINO D’AGOSTINO
A native of Italy, D’Agostino has made his considerable international mark as a musical artist on the guitar since he arrived in America 40 years ago. In 2017, Guitar Player listed him as one of the 50 transcendent guitar superheroes of all time. He has shared the stage with such greats as Larry Carlton, Eric Johnson, Tommy Emmanuel, Leo Kottke, Martin Taylor, Roland Dyens, David Tanenbaum, and many more.
“… D’Agostino plays steel-string guitar with virtuosity and complexity…Influences are as far-flung as the flamenco work of Paco de Lucia and the pop sensibility of the Beatles, evident in the songs he’s written, which brim with memorable melodies.” Chicago Tribune
MVI (Mark Vickness Interconnected)
Formed in 2023, MVI is a progressive instrumental acoustic fusion quintet comprised of composer/guitarist Mark Vickness, wind player Matt Renzi, two-time Grammy-winning violinist Mads Tolling, cellist Joseph Hebert, and upright bassist Dan Feiszli. Blending elements of rock, funk, jazz, folk, classical, and world music, MVI embodies the idea that we are all interconnected as one human family.
“Vickness and MVI embody the belief that music is a universal language that transcends boundaries. Their music speaks to the interconnectedness of humanity, offering a rich tapestry of sounds that resonate with listeners worldwide. As MVI continues to push boundaries with their unique blend of acoustic fusion, they invite listeners on a journey of discovery and unity through music.” David Henry/LA Weekly 7/17/24

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

Pleasanton Community Concert Band - Family Concert
2025-10-19 17:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
The Pleasanton Community Concert Band brings the joy of live concert band music to the community, inspiring a love for music and the arts. Gather the whole family and join us for their Family Concert on October 19 at 5 PM at the Firehouse Arts Center!
*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

COI | Mafia-Esque 2025
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Mafia-Esque is a format based on the popular game “Mafia” where some members of Creatures of Impulse will be secret mafia members, eliminating characters one at a time and it is up to the audience to figure out whodunit in this interactive improv show.

Desi Comedy Fest Diwali Dhamaka
2025-10-26 19:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Desi Comedy Fest is the Biggest South Asian Comedy Festival in America. Our mission is to showcase the funniest South Asian comedians from around the world & create a unique live comedy experience for the South Asian diaspora.

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

Dia De Los Muertos 2025
2025-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Pleasanton Senior Center, 5353 Sunol Boulevard, Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Celebrate the Day of the Dead and honor loved ones, featuring ofrenda viewings, live performances, storytime, arts and crafts, face paint, light refreshments, and more!
Schedule
1:00 PM – Welcome and Bilingual Spanish-English Storytime from Pleasanton Library staff
1:30 PM – Bilingual Spanish-English Musical Performance from Mariela’s Music Time
2:00 PM – PUSD Mariachi and World Dance Program: Mariachi and Baile Folklorico
Download the event flyer (English & Spanish).
Sponsored in part by

PYTC | Beetlejuice JR
2025-11-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
With music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominee Eddie Perfect and a book by Tony Award-nominated pair Anthony King and Scott Brown, Beetlejuice was nominated for eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical. A viral “sucks-yes” on social media, this musical struck a chord with young theatre lovers who adored its unabashed humor and emotional honesty.
Created for the generation that made it a hit, Beetlejuice JR. is a wacky theatrical party for all!
The Strange Cast performs on the following dates:
Friday, November 7 at 7pm
Saturday, November 8 at 2pm
Saturday, November 15 at 7pm
Sunday, November 16 at 2pm
The Unusual Cast performs on the following dates:
Saturday, November 8 at 7pm
Sunday, November 9 at 2pm
Friday, November 14 at 7pm
Saturday, November 15 at 2pm

Billy Nation: A Tribute to Billy Joel
2025-11-21 19:30 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Billy Nation entertains audiences worldwide with an authentic and energetic tribute to one of the best-selling artists of all time, Billy Joel. Their show can be summed up in one word: FUN! Based in Southern California, the band was voted Best Tribute Band of 2024 by San Diego Magazine.
Celebrating a catalog that boasts more than 33 Top 40 hits, Billy Nation delivers a dynamic concert experience featuring Billy Joel classics from the ’70s, ’80s, and ’90s. With Billy’s signature grand piano, soulful saxophone, rich harmonies, and lively audience interaction, the band captures the full stylistic range of Joel’s music—from anthems like Piano Man and rock favorites like You May Be Right to heartfelt ballads like Just the Way You Are.
Led by pianist and vocalist Adam Shapiro, Billy Nation is more than just a cover band; they strive to capture the sound, style, and spirit that made Billy Joel a legend. Their passionate performances recreate the magic of Joel’s concerts at their peak, complete with the look, energy, and atmosphere that defined the era. Whether reliving cherished memories or experiencing the music for the first time, Billy Nation brings audiences back to the unforgettable essence of Billy Joel’s live shows.

Trouble - The Music of Coldplay
2025-11-22 19:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Welcome to Trouble – The Music of Coldplay, where we bring to life the iconic music of Coldplay. Join us for an unforgettable journey and experience Coldplay’s extensive 25-year catalogue LIVE!
We capture all the excitement of a real Coldplay concert (video screens, LED wristbands, laser lights, soaring anthemic sing-alongs, and haunting falsettos) at a fraction of the price and in a more intimate setting. Don’t worry – there won’t be a kiss cam!
Trouble is composed of five standout SF Bay Area Musicians – James Garcia (vocals/keys), Paul Westwater (Guitar), Fredrik MJ Forsman (Acoustic Guitar/Keys), Sasha Nakra (Bass Guitar), and Nathaniel Welch (Drums), the same team behind the world-famous tribute act, You Should Be Dancing – A Tribute to the Bee Gees.

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

You Should Be Dancing - A Tribute to the Bee Gees
2025-11-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Witness over thirty international super hits written and performed by the Bee Gees (along with a few surprises).
Our tribute pays homage to the Bee Gees at the peak of their fame, showcasing the energy, creativity, and appeal that took the world by storm. You’ll be treated to a night of dancing, soaring falsettos, and some of the most beautiful ballads ever written.
What are you waiting for? YOU should be dancing!
Learn more at www.bayareabeegees.com
Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.

PYTC Cabaret | Singer's Choice
2025-12-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Enjoy an evening of music handpicked by the performers themselves! This special cabaret showcases the unique voices, styles, and stories of talented high school students as they perform songs they’ve personally selected. From heartfelt ballads to show-stopping numbers, each performance reflects the singer’s individuality, making for a night of variety, passion, and unforgettable talent.

COI | Puppets of Impulse 2025
2025-12-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Creatures of Impulse brings back Puppets of Impulse: An Improvised Teen Puppet Show! Come see our puppets act out teen drama as you know it best in this completely made up musical!

The Golden Follies - A Very Follies Holiday
2025-12-13 14:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Celebrate the season with The Golden Follies as these talented and energetic senior performers light up the stage with A Very ‘Follies’ Holiday! Enjoy lively choreography, heartwarming music, and a festive mix of reindeer, snowflakes, Christmas trees, brightly wrapped packages, and more. Share in the joy of the holidays as The Golden Follies bring together everything shiny and bright for a sparkling holiday revue — featuring special guest, the Bay Area’s dynamic vocal artist Deborah Del Mastro.

Chorus Eclectic - Gnome for the Holidays
2025-12-18 19:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
The winter season brings with it many beloved stories and legends, often paired with equally popular songs. Join Chorus Eclectic as they bring these legendary characters to life through music—Rudolph, Krampus, Jack Frost, and many more! You’ll hear familiar favorites alongside fresh, imaginative arrangements that are seldom heard, creating a mix of nostalgia and surprise. Chorus Eclectic looks forward to sharing these timeless tales in song with you this holiday season!

HSMC | Holiday Youth Music Festival
2025-12-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
Holiday Youth Music Festival showcases the vibrant talents of high schoolers, featuring a delightful mix of original and classic holiday songs. This festive event promises to fill your heart with holiday cheer and musical joy

PYTC | Addams Family Younger@Part
2026-01-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and a dilemma that’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family—a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before—keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
Monday Cast Performs:
Saturday, January 17 at 7pm
Saturday, January 24 at 7m
Wednesday Cast Performs:
Saturday, January 17 at 3pm
Saturday, January 24 at 3pm
Friday Cast Performs:
Sunday, January 18 at 3pm
Sunday, January 25 at 3pm
Saturday Cast Performs:
Saturday, January 17 at 11am
Saturday, January 24 at 11am
Sunday Cast Performs:
Sunday, January 18 at 11am
Sunday, January 25 at 11am

Ronstadt Revolution - A Tribute to Linda Ronstadt
2026-03-07 19:00 | Firehouse Arts Center, 4444 Railroad Ave., Pleasanton, CA, 94566, United States
If you love the music of legendary 11-time Grammy winner Linda Ronstadt, you won’t want to miss Ronstadt Revolution—Northern California’s heartfelt tribute to the iconic voice of a generation.
Fronted by acclaimed vocalist and stage performer Natalie Amaya, Ronstadt Revolution features a stellar lineup of veteran musicians who have shared the stage with legends like Elvis Presley, Alvaro Torres, Sheryl Crow, Tina Turner, and many more.
Dedicated to celebrating Linda Ronstadt’s rich musical legacy, Ronstadt Revolution delivers dynamic performances of both her English and Spanish-language hits. From Heat Wave, You’re No Good, and Blue Bayou to Tu Solo Tú and so much more, Ronstadt Revolution will take you on a joyful, unforgettable musical journey.
Find out more at the Ronstadt Revolution website.

*Please note, this event is independently organized and not sponsored by the City of Pleasanton.
