The Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts in Fresno's Tower District

The crown jewel of Fresno's hottest nightlife neighborhood, the Tower Theatre lends its name to an area which has been a community focus of arts and entertainment for generations.

Opened in 1939 as a 20th Century Fox Movie House the theater was restored in 1990 and reopened as a center for the performing arts. In 1992, the theatre was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. Considered to be the finest facility of its kind in California, the Tower Theatre boasts an authentic art deco theme throughout the interior and exterior. The covered foyer of Italian Terrazo, as well as the adjoining lobby with its beautiful historic Carvarts glass etching, serve as a mingling area for patrons between acts. It is also conveniently available for refreshments or concession sales.

Anchored by the theatre, the Tower District has seen a booming resurgence through the 90's, with many new restaurants and clubs opening within a four mile radius. The theatre is located at the central intersection of Wishon and Olive avenues, relatively close to the Fresno-Yosemite International Air Terminal, freeway access, and major hotels.

The theatre is a 1940's moderne deco masterpiece. Located directly adjacent on either side of the theatre are Palomino's Restaurant, 'M' Restaurant, and just across the street is Roger Rocka's Dinner Theatre. Within a short walking distance are Livingstone's Bar & Grill, The 2nd Space Theatre, Grandmarie's Chicken Pie Shop, Sequoia Brewing Company, Irene's Cafe, Starbuck's Coffee, Veni Vidi Vici, Me-n-Ed's Pizza Parlor, and many other great dining spots on Olive Avenue.

~ TOWER THEATRE EVENTS ~

FOR SHOW INFORMATION
AND TICKET RESERVATIONS CALL
(559) 485-9050
Tickets Available Online
and at the
Tower Theatre Box Office
Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Box Office opens at 12:00 Noon on Show Days.

Tower Theatre Seating Chart

September 10 , 2008 - 8:00 p.m.

David Allan Coe

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

September 26 , 2008 - 8:00 p.m.

Ladies Night Out
Mindi Abair & Joyce Cooling

Mindi Abair

Where do you go from #1? If you’re singer, songwriter and saxophonist Mindi Abair—whose 2006 release Life Less Ordinary debuted at the top of Billboard’s contemporary jazz chart—you step out of your comfort zone, reach deep inside, follow your heart, write a bunch of killer songs showcasing your dynamic vocals like never before and, yes, aim for the Stars.

With the highly anticipated release of Abair’s aptly titled debut, Stars, the amazingly versatile artist bursts onto the pop scene with gale force. She adds a refreshingly unique voice to an exciting new generation of crossover artists who are, like her, powerful instrumentalists as well as thought-provoking singer/songwriters. Visit Mindi's website

Joyce Cooling

"...Guitarist Joyce Cooling's music is so fine that all of the Jazz/Adult stations in the Bay Area have unanimously made significant airplay commitments, no small feat considering the high standards and diversity... at the same time she's able to incorporate her stinging, modern style of guitar-playing...Plus, Cooling is a good singer as well. We're knocked out."

-The Gavin Report

Visit Joyce's website

$1.00 per Ticket will benefit the Central Valley Affiliate
of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

September 27 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.

AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE II
From New York City

American Ballet Theatre II

Don't miss your chance to see the future stars of American Ballet Theatre "up close" at the intimate Tower Theatre! An evening of fresh new works and timeless classics including Balanchine's "Allegro Brilliante" and excerpts from "Raymonda."

Ticket holders are invited to a pre-performance discussion with American Ballet Theatre II Artistic Director, Wes Chapman.

Ticket prices --$45
($36 for students 18 and under with ID)

Tickets available through Lively Arts Foundation, 1-877-608-5883, or the Tower Theatre (559)485-9050.

September 28, 2008 - 1:00 & 6:00 p.m.
Doors open at 45 minutes prior to performance

Birth
A play by Karen Brody

Presented by Childbirth Resource Network and a concerned community. Birth is a play based on over one hundred interviews Karen Brody conducted with mothers across America who gave birth from 2000 through 2004. It tells the true stories of 8 women painting a portrait of how women are giving birth in America today.

Moving between first-person monologues, some dialogue, and the voices these women heard on the day they gave birth, BIRTH confronts what City Lights Theater Company has called, "The naked truth about childbirth in America."

A talk back panel immediately follows each performance. Stay and share your thoughts!

Benefit performances for Childbirth Resource Network.

Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office: 485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

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October 18 , 2008 - 8:00 p.m.

Drew Hastings
The Irked and Miffed Tour

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

November 8 , 2008 - 7:00 p.m.
Doors open 6:00 p.m.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND with NEW ACTS!

WORLD FAMOUS INTERNATIONAL CIRCUS STAR & PERFORMER
GREGORY POPOVICH
Starring with his Shelter Rescued Pets in
The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater.

This is a one of a kind, family-oriented blend of NONSTOP unique physical comedy, juggling, acrobatics and balancing skills of internationally acclaimed award winner Gregory Popovich. This amazing performer showcases the extraordinary talents of his performing pets, which have been rescued from 26 animal shelters across the country. His menagerie of pets that perform include: cats, dogs, doves, geese, ferrets and mice. There’s something for everyone! Whether you’re a pet lover or just want to enjoy some good, clean fun. This is a great family show that should not be missed!!

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

December 19 , 2008 - 8:00 p.m.

A Peter White Christmas
featuring
Rick Braun and Mindi Abair

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Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Tower Theatre
on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

April 11 , 2009 - 8:00 p.m.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

Gilmour Floyd is a live Pink Floyd experience that delivers an authentic recreation of Floyd's timeless music.

Not only has Heartbreaker perfected the sound of Led Zeppelin, but they have the image, look, and stage persona that leave even the most die hard Led Zeppelin fan awestruck.

Tickets can be purchased by calling The Tower Theatre Box Office:
485-9050. Hours are Mon - Fri, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the
Tower Theatre on the corner of Olive & Wishon or online.

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Check the Fresno Filmworks Website for upcoming
movies playing at the Tower Theatre!

Visit the Fresno Reel Pride Website
for upcoming movies and Film Festivals.

Friends of the
The Tower Theatre for the Performing Arts:

Visit the California Theatre Center
for upcoming Plays and Performances.

Visit the American Theatre Arts for Youth
for upcoming Shows and Musicals.

Visit the Artspower National Touring Theatre,
ArtsPower’s productions speak to the rewards associated with
overcoming adversity and of the American ideals
of freedom and respect for others.

Tickets for all shows are on sale now at the Tower Theatre Box Office.
We accept all major credit cards.

DIRECTIONS & LOCATION
The Tower Theatre is located at
815 E.Olive Avenue in Fresno, CA 93728

From the North, take Olive Avenue exit off freeway 99. Turn left on Olive and go East, past Roeding Park two miles into the Tower District to the intersection of Olive and Wishon.

From the South, after passing downtown Fresno, take the 168 exit, go 1/2 mile to Van Ness/Fulton exit, once off highway go across Fulton to Van Ness, turn left, go one mile north to Olive, then left to the Theatre at Olive and Wishon.

From the Fresno-Yosemite Int'l Airport, take McKinley Avenue west to Wishon, turn left on Wishon and go 1/2 mile south to the Theatre. See our Tower Theatre Location Map.