The Desert Scene

Bonnie G. welcomes L.A. cabaret producer Clifford Bell , who previews some of his upcoming projects, including hosting and directing a special open mic at the Palm Springs Cultural Center to honor the life of the late Les Michaels .

Desert ARC 's President and CEO Richard Balocco , joins Bonnie G . and talks about the services the organization provides to more than 700 clients across the Coachella Valley. They will be hosting their 5th Annual Champions of Change Recognition Awards luncheon honoring people and enterprises in the community who have made a tremendous positive impact on the organization's operations on February 8...

Palm Springs is welcoming it's first "Sister City." San Miguel de Allende, located in Mexico's central highlands, is known for its baroque Spanish architecture, thriving arts scene and cultural festivals. Al Jones, who heads the Sister City Committee in Palm Springs, talks with Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene about a series of events that kick off this week in forging this official r...

Jan Lupia , Founder and Executive Director of Mama's House , discusses their annual Heartbeat of Love Luncheon . The Keynote speaker will Dr. Ben Carson .

Bonnie G. welcomes Ruth Moir , Executive Director of the Steinway Society , to chat about their upcoming fundraiser, Bravo - Children in Music , honoring musician and radio personality Jimi "FITZ" Fitzgerald .

Bonnie G. visits with Jill Miller . She is the Chair of the Springs Country Club Educational Scholarship Fund . They are hosting their annual Scholarship Luncheon, which helps raise money to send some deserving Coachella Valley students to college. The event is coming up this month and she shares the details.

On this episode of The Desert Scene , host Bonnie G. welcomes Dan Gelfand , the producer of the new musical Mid-Century Moderns . After a successful run at the Desert Rose Playhouse last year, the show dubbed "a jukebox musical at its best," has moved to Oscar's in Palm Springs. It features the music of Tom Jones, Petula Clark, Lesley Gore and Frank Sinatra.

Award-winning Los Angeles-based actor Eric Patrick Harper is preparing to star in Dezart Performs upcoming dark comedy A Bright New Boise . The show will run from January 13 to 22. Eric joins Bonnie G. on The Desert Scene and talks about the show that involves Hobby Lobby and the tragic past of a new employee.

Bonnie G. welcomes local desert-area artist Tysen Knight on this episode to discuss several upcoming projects including his Black History Exhibit at the Desert Art Center in Palm Springs and the Los Angeles Art Show at the L.A. Convention Center.

Bonnie G. welcomes crooner Larry Capeloto to The Desert Scene . He has just kicked off his 7th season performing at the Indian Wells Resort Hotel .

Jazz pianist/singer Joe Croyle joins Bonnie G. to preview two great new musical jams he's hosting...at Woodhaven Country Club and at Jax Restaurant in Cathedral City on this episode of The Desert Scene .

Bonnie G. chats on this episode of The Desert Scene with animal advocate Anna Miller about a wonderful free service she has spearheaded to scan lost pets for chips so they can be reunited with their owners.

The multi-talented Michael Holmes , owner of the  Purple Room nightclub joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene . He shares a preview of the long-awaited return of The Judy Show in Palm Springs.

On this episode of The Desert Scene with Bonnie G. she is joined by Lorie Loftis , owner of The Shops on San Pablo . She discusses a variety of upcoming events at the venue, including fashion shows, music and a live auction.

Bonnie G . welcomes cantor and internationally acclaimed singer Svetlana Portnyansky , who'll be presenting a special program at Temple Sinai , sponsored by Jewish Family Services of the Desert . A graduate of one of Moscow's prestigious music academies, Svetlana sings in four languages.  A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit a Ukrainian Relief Fund .

Bonnie G. chats with John Diskin and Rita Capponi , founders and co-owners of Grand Central Cafe in the La Plaza Center in the heart Palm Springs. It features a diverse menu, special Tequila Thursdays , an in-house art gallery, and rental space for special events. They've adopted the catchphrase used by their namesake, Grand Central Station in New York City - "Meet Us...

Bonnie G . welcomes Marnie Mitze of the Friends of the Palm Springs Philharmonic . Their exciting season featuring symphonies from around the world kicks of November 2nd with the Israel Philharmonic featuring Conductor Lahav Shani . For more information and tickets, CLICK HERE . 

Bonnie G . chats with Dr. Lisa Lindley , CEO of the Coachella Valley Symphony about their new performance home at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheatre. She also previews the Symphony's 2022/2023 Concert Series, including the March event which features the music of the Moody Blues . For more information and to get tickets, visit their website by CLICKING HERE .

Stephanie Greene joins Bonnie G. on The Desert Scene about the kickoff of First Fridays El Paseo, a monthly evening of fun events along the desert’s ritzy shopping district. Stephanie talks about El Paseo’s emergence post-pandemic and many exciting happenings including an Art Walk and a Cruise Night with classic cars. The retail heart of Palm Desert has also enhanced transportation for shoppers fr...

Veteran Broadway singer Jeff Barnett entertains audiences in Palm Springs and joins Bonnie G. for conversation about two upcoming shows he's part of at the Palm Springs Cultural Center . First up is happening this week with the October edition of Razzle Dazzle on the 27th. Then, on November 11th, film soundtrack fans are in for a treat that’s no trick! It’s Movie Magic ! Listen in for all the deta...

Carlynne McDonnell is the Founder and President of Barkee Laroux's House of Love , which rescues abandoned, neglected, and hospice senior dogs and provides them with forever homes. She chats with Bonnie G about her mission to provide care and end of life options for these vulnerable animals, and what it takes to keep this vital organization up and running. Carlynne stresses that at Barke...

Writer-Producer-Director Sherry Halperin talks with Bonnie G about her spicy, funny new book, Mistress Molly (and Her Senior Sex Club) . She produced the award-winning feature film Adopt a Sailor , and was past president of Palm Springs Women in Film and Television . Sherry's new book, and first two, Rescue Me, He's Wearing a Moose Hat , and the romantic comedy Just Call Me Lady , have a...

Former educator and performer Thom McMorris is joining Razzle Dazzle with Bonnie G. In this episode, he talks about his past with his mother as a dance teacher, his joys of being a performer, and his thoughts on the art of singing.

All the party goblins are coming out this Halloween season to boogie in style. Jeff Hocker is the producer of the annual Palm Springs Halloween on Arenas Road . He joins Bonnie G. on this episode of The Desert Scene to talk about this year's star-studded line-up featuring more treats than tricks including multiple artists that will be familiar to fans of American Idol , local performers Probe 7 ,...

Dezart Performs is kicking off its 15th Season with Drama Desk- and Obie Award-winning plays that will highlight the 2022-2023 schedule. Artistic Director Michael Shaw joins Bonnie G on this episode of The Desert Scene and talks about the company’s progress as a equity theatre and upcoming shows including Tony-nominated drama Choir Boy , which will be staged from October 28 to November 6, and is f...