The Desert Scene

On this episode of The Desert Scene with Bonnie G., Bonnie welcomes Jerry Soria-Foust, the talented Artistic Director of the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus, as they embark upon their 25th Season. Tune in as Jerry shares exciting details about upcoming auditions and how community members can join the celebrated chorus. Get the inside scoop on the highly anticipated new season, which will feature a special concert series performing beloved tunes from the Disney Songbook. Discover the enchanting world of the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus and uncover what has made them a Coachella Valley entertainment favorite among both locals and visitors. Don't miss this engaging episode filled with music, community, and inspiration.#PSGMC #PalmSpringsGayMensChorus #DisneyMagic #AnniversaryCelebration #Podcasts #PodcastLove #BehindTheScenes #LGBTQ #DisneyFans #MagicMoments #25YearsOfMagic #CelebrateWithUs #PodcastCommunity #DisneyDreams #EntertainmentExcellence #JerrySoriaFoust #CoachellaValley #PalmSpringsMusic #GALAChorus #MutualBroadcastingSystem #TheDesertScene #BonnieG #PSGMCAuditions

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes David Green, creator, producer and director of Musical Theatre University at Rancho Mirage High School. He shares details about the afterschool program, which trains young students on the art of musical theatre, including acting, singing and dance. Green also chats about the four big productions the students put on each year, as well as their upcoming performances at Willie's Restaurant in Rancho Mirage each Sunday in August.  MORE INFO: www.musicaltheatreuniversity.com#TheDesertScene #BonnieG #DavidGreen #MusicalTheatreUniversity #RanchoMirageHighSchool #TheatreEducation #YoungPerformers #ActingClasses #SingingLessons #DanceTraining #StudentProductions #WilliesRestaurant #RanchoMirage #TheatrePerformance #CommunityTheatre #MutualBroadcastingSystem #Podcasts #CoachellaValley #PalmSprings #PSUSD

Tune in to The Desert Scene with Bonnie G for an engaging conversation with James Mortensen, owner of The V Wine Lounge and Martini Bar in Palm Springs. Discover the vibrant live entertainment lineup, featuring talented local musicians, dazzling performances, and themed nights that promise fun and excitement. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this episode will leave you eager to experience the dynamic atmosphere and fun shows at this unique spot. MORE INFO:  www.vwinelounge.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes award-winning Broadway singer David Burnham. They discuss his impressive career, highlighting his journey from singing to pigs on a Southern California farm as a child to community theatre to Broadway to the cabaret stage. Burnham also shares exciting details about his upcoming show, part of the CV Rep Summer Cabaret series on July 25th. Tune in for an insightful conversation with this bright theatre talent. For show information, visit www.cvrep.org.

Catch the latest episode of The Desert Scene with Bonnie G, featuring an exclusive interview with the dynamic entertainer Julie Cardia! Julie, along with her twin sister Jana, is set to light up Cathedral City at the CV Rep on July 24th, as part of the highly-anticipated summer cabaret series. In their captivating show, Twinspiration, the Cardia twins showcase their impressive vocal range and comedic prowess, proving that while sibling competitiveness is real, it can also bring out the best in both of them. Julie shares behind-the-scenes stories of their journey, the thrill of performing together, and the unique bond they share that makes their performances truly unforgettable. Join Bonnie G and Julie Cardia as they delve into the magic of Twinspiration, the laughter, and the love that drives their success.

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes singer Angie Delaire, who's cabaret show Songs of the Movies takes place July 6th at Revolution Stage Company. Angie explains how her talent and the support of her musical Canadian family led her to her current singing career in the desert. SHOW INFO: www.revolutionstagecompany.com

Award-winning Broadway performer Ken Page joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene. Ken talks about his career, beginning at the MUNY in St. Louis through his star turn as Fats Waller in Ain't Misbehavin as well as his upcoming cabaret show at CV Rep.

Despite the sweltering summer temperatures in the Coachella Valley, engaging and educational activities are still in abundance. In this episode of The Desert Scene, Ann Greer joins Bonnie G. to highlight exciting opportunities at the Palm Springs Air Museum, where visitors can explore historic war birds and even book a flight! Additionally, learn about an upcoming mid-July Act for MS event to support those living with Multiple Sclerosis. Held at Mission Hills, this fundraiser features jazz entertainment, a silent auction, and much more. Tune in for all the details!

On this episode of The Desert Scene with Bonnie G, it’s an exciting conversation with Tony-nominated Broadway star Melissa Errico. Melissa discusses her upcoming cabaret show at CV Rep on June 5th and 6th, blending Broadway and Jazz styles with a unique twist. Described as a fusion of Julie Andrews and Julie London, Melissa promises an unforgettable evening of music and entertainment.For more information, CLICK HERE

Longtime Coachella Valley personality and Drag Queen extraordinaire Tommi Rose joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene. They discuss Viva Variete, a new monthly variety show at The Roost Lounge in Cathedral City that begins on June 2. The debut show will feature desert divas Rose Mallett, Sharon Sills, and Siobhan Velarde. For more information, CLICK HERE.

Improv Artist Melanie Blue joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene to talk about the upcoming Pop-Up Players event An Evening of Improvised Theatre that will take place on May 22 and 29 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. There is much more to the art of Improv than comedy. Find out the details by catching this episode. For more information, CLICK HERE.

Tune in as Siobahn Velarde joins Bonnie G on The Desert Scene. Get the inside scoop on the Three Queens of Song tribute event honoring Etta James, Adele, and Janis Joplin, taking place at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. And, don't miss Siobahn's upcoming performance in Tommi Rose Presents Viva Variety at the Roost Lounge in Cathedral City happening on June 2. Learn more about both shows on this episode.

Join Bonnie G on The Desert Scene as she welcomes special guest Dave Karger. Discover more about the film event moderated by Karger on May 25th, a fundraiser for the Palm Springs Cultural Center celebrating the 50th anniversary of the cult classic film The Day of the Locust directed by the late John Schlessinger with an amazing Q&A panel that includes Schlessinger’s partner Michael Childers who worked on the film and still resides in the Coachella Valley. Hear insights from Karger, a TCM host, on classic cinema, his career journey, and what makes this film timeless.

Prepare to be enchanted by the captivating Jaci Davis on The Desert Scene with Bonnie G. Join us for an insightful conversation as Davis gears up for a fantastic cabaret performance, Coulda, Woulda, Shoulda, Did, at the Revolution Stage Company in Palm Springs on May 19th at 7 pm. Hear from Davis about the evolution of her show, expanding the repertoire of songs and enhancing audience engagement since its debut in the Palm Canyon Theatre Cabaret Series a year and a half ago. Dive into the world of cabaret with Bonnie G and Jaci Davis on The Desert Scene for a truly unforgettable experience.More Information: Revolution Stage Company

Immerse yourself in the magic of Broadway with Bonnie G and guest Glenn Rosenblum on The Desert Scene. Explore the upcoming three-part Broadway show-stopping Broadway Showstoppers series performed by Rosenblum and presented as part of the CV Rep's Summer Cabaret, starting on May 22nd and continuing in June and July. Celebrate the Leading Ladies and Gentlemen of Broadway, the Golden Age of Broadway and Beyond, and Broadway’s Greatest Composers and Lyricists in this exciting lineup. You’ll also learn more about Rosenblum's insights and experience delivering entertainment lectures aboard Celebrity Cruise Lines' sailings. Join this conversation on The Desert Scene for an unforgettable journey into the world of Broadway.More Information: CVRep

Tune in to The Desert Scene with Bonnie G as she welcomes Los Angeles Cabaret Director Clifford Bell. Listen as he discusses his upcoming projects in Palm Springs - Bonnie's Dusty Springfield tribute show The Look of Love on May 3rd and Our Name is Barbra on May 6th featuring the music of Barbra Streisand performed by local Palm Springs talents at Revolution Stage Company. Don't miss out on these unforgettable performances!

Join Bonnie G. on The Desert Scene as she sits down with Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival Director Alan K. Rode. Get an exclusive preview of the films lined up for the 25th-anniversary edition of the festival at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. Discover the thrilling lineup and immerse yourself in the world of film noir with insights from Rode. Dive into the captivating stories and celebrate this milestone event with The Desert Scene.

Tune in to The Desert Scene as Bonnie G hosts a special episode featuring singer Gina Zollman discussing her upcoming Anne Murray tribute show. Get all the details on this can't-miss performance, set to debut on May 12th at the Arthur Newman Theatre in Palm Desert, before Zollman takes her talents to Canada, Anne Murray's birthplace. Join the conversation as Zollman shares her passion for paying homage to the legendary artist in this captivating episode.SHOW INFO: [email protected]

Join host Bonnie G on The Desert Scene as she sits down with acclaimed crime novelist Gary Phillips to discuss his gripping new book, Ash As Dark As Night. Tune in for an engaging conversation about Phillips' latest work and get insider details on his upcoming Q&A event at the Best Bookstore in Palm Springs on May 1st. Don't miss this exciting episode delving into the world of crime fiction with a literary master!SHOW INFO: www.bestbookstore.com

Bonnie G. chats with Steve Fisher, Artistic Director of Script2Stage2Screen on this edition of The Desert Scene. He outlines the remaining season and explains why the company has decided to bring down the final curtain.SHOW INFO: www.script2stage2screen.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes David Eggers, Director/Choreographer of Nice Work If You Can Get It at CV Rep. David tells us about his career path and the challenges of successfully moving a cast of 17 around the stage.SHOW INFO:www.cvrep.org

Lee Mills is the new Executive Director at the Palm Springs Friends of the Philharmonic. On this episode, he joins Bonnie G. for The Desert Scene. He recounts the journey he took to land this position, and what's planned for the 2024-2025 season.SHOW INFO: www.PSPhil.org

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes Lorie Loftis, who tells us what's coming up at the Shadow Mountain Golf Course, including a special Easter Sunday brunch, complete with art, fashion, and live music.SHOW INFO: 760-346-8242

Bonnie G. welcomes Joy Rides on this episode of The Desert Scene. She's producing and performing in Night of Joy, a "scandalous circus sideshow strip tease spectacular" at Revolution Stage Company.SHOW INFO: www.revolutionstagecompany.com

Bonnie G. chats with actor/singer Tod Macofsky on this edition of The Desert Scene. Tod tells us about his role as the devil in Desert Theatreworks upcoming production of Damn Yankees.SHOW INFO: www.deserttheatreworks.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes Maureen Thompson, producer of Alohana at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. Happening on Sunday, March 31st, the event features a Tiki Marketplace, Tiki Cocktails, live music, food and Hula demonstrations.SHOW INFO: www.eventbrite.com

​​On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Dan Gelfand, producer of Mid-century Moderns, which just had its 75th performance in the desert. The 1960's jukebox musical is running at Revolution Stage Company.  SHOW INFO:  ​Revolutionary Stage Company

​​Journalist and author Maggie Downs joins Bonnie G. on this edition of The Desert Scene. Maggie talks about her latest book 50 Things to Do Before You're 5, based on her experience with her own son.       SHOW INFO:  Amazon Book Store

​On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes award-winning radio dj, author and speaker Dayna Steele, whose play The Woman in the Mirror is now playing at Revolution Stage Company. It follows Dayna's journey of caring for her mother, who had Alzheimer's disease.       SHOW INFO:  Revolutionary Stage Company

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On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes mystery writer Rob Osler. He discusses the March 6th event at Best Bookstore in Palm Springs where he will discuss his latest book, Cirque du Slay.SHOW INFO: Shop The Book

Palm Springs event producer and publicist Jeff Hocker returns to The Desert Scene to speak with Bonnie G. They discuss a busy spring with current events like Modernism to upcoming events with Palm Springs Friends of Philharmonic, The Coachella Valley Symphony, and the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus featuring guest artist Christine W.Show Links: Hocker ProductionsPalm Springs Friends of PhilharmonicThe Coachella Valley SymphonyPalm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus

Bonnie G. welcomes Julie Cardia, a New York and Los Angeles actress on this episode of The Desert Scene. Julie stars in POTUS or Behind Every Great Dumbass Are 7 Women Trying To Keep Him Alive at CV Rep, which opens February 28th. SHOW INFO: www.cvrep.org

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Devin Orgeron, co-founder of Deserted Films in Palm Springs. Find out about several upcoming presentations at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, including the Cinema On Ice series. SHOW INFO: www.psculturalcenter.org

Actress/Singer Kim Schroeder Long joins Bonnie G. on The Desert Scene to chat about her cabaret show What Would Judy Do? The tribute to Judy Garland takes place February 11th as part of the Sunday Cabaret Series at the Arthur Newman Theatre in Palm Desert. For more information: www.SundayCabaretSeries.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes Stan Zimmerman, Director of the upcoming production of The New Century presented by The Bent. Opening February 8th at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, the play is described as funny, touching and sexy. For more information: www.eventbrite.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes playwright Tim Mulligan, who tells us about his first play, Witchland, which opens at Revolution Stage Company on February 7th. The play is based on Mulligan's experiences growing up in the city of Richland in Eastern Washington State, called "the most toxic place in the Western Hemisphere." The plot combines witchcraft with the dangers of a nearby nuclear reactor.SHOW INFO: www.revolutionstagecompany.com

Popular Coachella Valley pianist/accompanist Joel Baker joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene. He chats about his early career and his move to the desert, as well as a all-new open mic event that he's hosting at The Roost Lounge in Cathedral City. Joel also offers some do's and don'ts for folks considering attending their first open mic night. SHOW INFO: www.theroostlounge.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Award-winning speaker, author and re-invention strategist Carolyn Gross about her upcoming event at the Sec-he Spa at the new Agua Caliente Cultural Center in Palm Springs. She also discusses how slowing down and "priming the canvas" before we attempt any big changes in our lives is the way to go. SHOW INFO: www.creativesolutions.com 

Actor Jason Mannino joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene. He shares his thoughts on his role in Script2Stage2Screen's staged reading of Ed Friedman's new play, Let it Rain. The story revolves around a small community theatre's last-ditch efforts to save itself with a performance of the play The Rainmaker. SHOW INFO: www.script2stage2screen.com

On this edition of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes actress Kristen Howe, who is taking on the role of The Emcee in CV Rep's upcoming production of Cabaret. Kristen talks about the challenges of portraying a character most often played by a male actor. She also tells us about her early career, and originating a role in the show One Way Ticket to Hell. SHOW INFO: www.cvrep.org

This time on The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with actress Robyn Cohen, who's featured in the cast of Dezart's next offering, What The Constitution Means To Me. Robyn's extensive resume, with many New York and L.A. credits, includes a Desert Theatre League win for Best Supporting Actress in Romance, Romance at CV Rep - her last appearance in Palm Springs. Her current role addresses how the Constitution affects the lives of women and minorities - past, present and future. For info and tickets go to www.dezart.org.

Susan Edwards Martin joins Bonnie G. to discuss Live, Laugh, Love - a Sondheim Celebration. coming up January 18, 2024 at the Helene Galen Performing Arts Center at Rancho Mirage High School. A Broadway veteran, Susan joins a star-studded cast of cabaret artists, including Eileen Barnett, Jason Grah, and Julie Garnye, along with the students of the high school's Musical Theatre University for this event. For tickets and info, go to www.musicaltheatreguild.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. welcomes award-winning film director, Marc Saltarelli, director of Studio One Forever which is being featured at this year's Palm Springs Film Festival. The documentary tells the story of Studio One, the first gay nightclub in the United States, which opened in 1974. Marc shares details about what went on behind the scenes and some of the big names who frequented the club. For more info, go to www.studiooneforever.com

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. is joined by Josh Joachim Moore, Founder and Creative Director of The Inner Circle, the only black-owned arts group in the Coachella Valley. Moore chats about an independent film they produced, Nathaniel, the story of Nat King Cole. It opens at the PS Cultural Center on December 22. For more info, go to: https://www.psculturalcenter.org

Bonnie G. welcomes Melissa Dollman and Devin Orgeron on this episode of The Desert Scene. Their company, Deserted Films, is presenting an event called Holiday Oddities at the Palm Springs Cultural Center December 20th. It features fun vintage holiday home movies that showcase interesting landmarks in the Coachella Valley. For more information and tickets, go to www.psculturalcenter.org.

On this episode of The Desert Scene, Bonnie G. chats with Kryzstofer Stefanic from the Moving Picture Symposium Archive about the upcoming screening of an original 35mm print of The Exorcist at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. It features a dynamic mono soundtrack that gives the viewer a unique movie-going experience, which won an Academy Award. The event will include a Q&A featuring actress Eileen Deetz (the face of the demon Pazuzu) For tickets, go to www.psculturalcenter.org.