The Center's 2,400 sq. ft. state-of-the-art "black box" theatre stages the finest delegates of music genres from around the world. It also provides the perfect setting for small dramatic and musical productions. Whether theatre in the half round or a club setting, the modular riser and staging system is configured for an intimate presentation between the artist(s) and audience. With a maximum seating capacity of 240, there's not a bad seat in the house.

Recap of the Return of Barbara Morrison

Barbara Morrison rocked the Arts Center on January 14, crooning the likes of Ray Charles and other classic favorites. Not only was the music energetic, it was also inspiring. The Arts Council raised over $400 for the American Red Cross to support relief efforts in Haiti. On top of that, the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority made a contribution to Barbara's nonprofit, YES Inc, designed to preserve and proliferate jazz and the blues through the inspiration and education of tomorrow's artist today.

Concerts for Children
2nd Saturday of each month at 10:30am

The Merced County Arts Council presents children’s performances the 2nd Saturday of each month at 10:30am at The Merced Multicultural Arts Center, 645 West Main Street in downtown Merced. It's a huge hit and we hope you will bring your little ones over to check it out.

The series has included favorites from the Central Valley such as Rhythm Magic and Music with a Kiddie Beat, as well as local faves such as Tahitian hula dancers, rock 'n rollers, actors, opera singers and much more. Join our eBulletin (see column on your left) for weekly emails about these and other performances and events.

Tickets are only $5 for children. Parents are free.

Bring your little ones and enjoy a Saturday morning downtown!

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The Arts Council staff will instantly be notified when your transaction is complete and will contact you to confirm your reservation within a few days. Tickets for each event go on sale 3-4 weeks in advance. You can also stop in the Arts Center at 645 West Main Street to buy tickets with cash or check. We're open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm. For more information please call (209) 388-1090.

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