The Desert Scene

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with with singer/entertainer/music teacher Candi Quaid. Candi gives us details on upcoming projects including her January 14th show, which is part of the Sunday Cabaret series at the Joslyn Center's Arthur Newman Theatre in Palm Desert.

Purple Room proprietor Michael Holmes joins Bonnie G. for this episode of Mutual111’s The Desert Scene. Holmes fills us in on what's coming up at Palm Springs' premiere nightclub, including special holiday editions of one of the Valley’s most-beloved performances: The Judy Show. He also talks about the return of Jane Monheit. For more information, visit the Purple Room website: www.purpleroompalmsprings.com

Well In The Desert President Matt Naylor joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene. He chats about the work the Well does to feed the homeless, and about Off the Street, a play about the valley's homeless situation he co-wrote with Jeanie Cunningham, which will premiere at Revolution Theatre. For info, go to: revolutionstagecompany.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes singer Kristi King, who begins a residency at the Indian Wells Resort Hotel on November 14th. Kristi began singing professionally at the age of 10 and spent many years performing in Las Vegas. For reservations, call 760-797-8700.

The Desert Scene welcomes Michael Fietsam, creator and director of PS Underground, a one-of-a-kind Palm Springs culinary and musical experience. Fietsam talks about how the project has blossomed over the last 10 years, and describes upcoming shows, including "Light" and "Songbirds," which features music of female pop divas of the 70's. For info: psunderground.com

On this edition of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Bob Farran of ONE-PS, the organized neighborhoods of Palm Springs. He's the chairperson for the Lip Sync Battle event on November 12th to raise money for local charities. Hosted by Shann Carr and held at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, it features prominent local residents presenting their best lip sync performances. Judges include singer Keisha D and drag personality Tommi Rose. For info: www.ONE-PS.org.

Bonnie G. welcomes Broadway veteran Lisa Vroman to this episode of The Desert Scene. Her credits include a long run as Christine in Phantom of the Opera. Lisa is part of the cast of The Fantasticks - A Love Story Reimagined, which opens November 1st at CV Rep. For info, go to cvrep.org.

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Palm Springs event producer Jeff Hocker about a couple of must-attend happenings. This year's Halloween bash on Arenas Road In Palm Springs features Jessica Von Rabbit and her band, and a costume contest. In November, it's the Palm Springs Food and Wine Festival with great wineries from throughout the USA and around the world, plus some of the world's finest chefs with cooking demos and food tasting parties, too. For info, go to palmspringsfoodandwine.org.

The Desert Scene welcomes Steve Fisher, Artistic Director of Script2Stage2Screen, to chat about the group's upcoming season of staged readings of original works. Opening in late October, the season features eight plays, including comedies, dramas and a bit of science fiction.  Performances are held at the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Desert in Rancho Mirage. For more info, CLICK HERE.

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Elaine Church, Executive Board Member of Amy's Purpose, and Chair of the organization's upcoming fundraising fashion show and luncheon. The mission of Amy's Purpose is to raise awareness about pet safety and the threat of coyotes in the desert, AND to provide scholarships to students planning on entering the veterinary field. For more info, CLICK HERE.