The Desert Scene

Jingle Jangle your way into Bonnie G. and Brayan Mendoza’s holiday party. Radio111’s entertainment scene co-hosts are joined by Dutch Haling. He’s a radio and theatre legend and together they reminisce about merry ole holiday memories, they quiz each other on trivia, recite poetry, and even sing a cappella. This year, The Desert Scene crew also features seasonal tunes by artists Patricia Welch and Bill Lohnes.

Bonnie G. and Brayan Mendoza welcome Jan Lupia, founder and executive directors of Mama's House. The organization is celebrating its 10th Anniversary of providing shelter and resources to women in crisis. Jan discusses their upcoming February event featuring a special guest speaker.

One of the absolute greats of Broadway has seen the final curtain fall. While Steven Sondheim was 92 years old, it was quite sudden and not expected when he recently passed. Bonnie G. and Brayan Mendoza pay their respects in this conversation and tribute about the great playwright.

Entertainer Jeff Barnett loves to sing and he joins Bonnie G. and Brayan Mendoza on this episode of The Desert Scene. They discuss Jeff's extensive musical career, risks, love, and he provides a preview for his upcoming performance at Runway in Cathedral City in January.

Wine Master David Fraschetti joins Bonnie G and Brayan Mendoza to discuss his 2nd annual Pinot Noir Festival on January 8th in Palm Springs. He shares his passion for Pinot Noir, and how this event came to town. 

Tickets are available by CLICKING HERE.

Brayan Mendoza and Bonnie Gilgallon talk about the controversial ABC News interview between Alec Baldwin and George Stephanopoulos. What does the actor need to do next as he walks the tight-rope of being sorry and empathetic and not ending up in deeper legal trouble in the aftermath of accidentally killing a cinematographer on location in New Mexico? They discuss his controversial statements.

The multi-talented Tim Bruneau brings Love, Light and Laughter to The Desert Scene as he talks about his upcoming joyful holiday celebration, along with the California Desert Chorale's amazing opportunities. The performance is on December 12, at 3 pm.

For more information: https://www.californiadesertchorale.org

Bonnie Gilgallon and Brayan Mendoza talk with Denise Strand, one of the stars of This Side of Crazy. She talks about theatre, Del Shores, her past performances, and life itself. Bassist Jenise Fryatt brings up her musical career ranging from Karaoke to her current gig with band Dragonwolfe. Lois Bourgon pops on to talk about her latest cabaret show, along with reminiscing about her past work, and about the legendary Debbie Reynolds. 

Bonnie Gilgallon and Brayan Mendoza  present a very musical, whimsical and fashion-forward episode filled with a variety of guests. Singer Jeffrey Scott Adair talks about his versatile musical career and the Youth Theatre. Singer/Magician Jim Bentley talks magic, love, and music. Fashionista artist Susan Stein previews her upcoming art show.

Bonnie Gilgallon and Brayan Mendoza discuss a wide array of topics including casting for the movie Wicked, and are always joined by a diverse party of guests! Broadcaster/Stand Up Comedian Fritz Coleman talks Aging Gracefully, a pandemic benefit show. Musician/Radio Host Brad Mercer jazzes up the space by promoting his gig at the Lit Lounge. Then Saxophonist Will Donato checks in to chat about his latest events, and his billboard number one hit Infinite Soul.