The Box Office Report – October 1, 2025
Seg 1 – The Box Office Report
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BOX OFFICE REPORT w/ Joe Smith and Barbara Kerr
– REPORT – That the new theater season has arrived as a number of theaters launch new productions this month.
– REPORT ON THE BENT (2300 E. Baristo Rd., P.S. @
the P.S. Cultural Center)
– Only LGBTQ+ Theatre in P.S. and CV and Riverside County.
– OCT., 17 – NOV., 2“The Inheritance: Part Two”.
www.thebent.org.
– REPORT ON DESERT ENSEMBLE THEATRE (2300 e. Baristo Rd., P.S. @ the P.S. Cultural Center)
– 15th and FINAL season.
– 10.10 – “Singing w/ the Desert Stars” to benefit DET’s Theatre Education & Scholarship Program, this sells out quickly, get your tickets early.
www.desertensembletheatre.org.
– REPORT ON PALM CANYON THEATRE (538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S.)
– OCT., 3 – 12 – “Charlie and the Chocolate Factor”.
– OCT., 24 – NOV., 16 – “Priscilla’ Queen of the Desert”.
www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
– REPORT ON DESERT THEATRICALS (Rancho Mirage Amphitheatre @ 71560 San Jacinto Dr., R. M., CA. 92270)
– OCT., 24 – 26 – “The Addams Family” A New Musical”
www.desert-theatricals.com.
– REPORT ON DESERT THEATREWORKS (45175 Fargo St., Indio, CA.)
– OCT., 10 – NOV., 2 – “The Cottage”
www.dtworks.org.
– REPORT ON PRISM THEATER (435 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way, Palm Springs, CA.)
– OCT., 30 – DEC., 5 – “Camp Morning Wood” A Veryu Naked Musical”
www.prismtheater.org
– REPORT ON REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY (611 s. Palm Cyon., Dr., P.S.)
– Every Monday from OCT., 6 – NOV., 3 – “Cabaret Riot”
– OCT., 2 – 11 – “Point Loma”
– OCT., 8 “Opera Exposed” w/ a special guest appearance from Miss Joey English.
www.revolutionstagecompany.com
– REPORT on AGUA CALIENTE – THE SHOW (32-250 Bob Hope Dr. Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270)
– OCT., 3; Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
– OCT., 4; Trace Adkins
– OCT., 10; The Life & Music of Geore Michael
– OCT., 11; Ru Paul’s Drag Race Werq The World Tour 2025
– OCT., 17; Billy Bob Thornton & the Boxmasters
– OCT., 18; Tyler Henry – The Hollywood Medium: An Evening of Hope &n Healing
– OCT., 30; Zakk Sabbath American Winter Tour ‘25”
– OCT., 31; – Mammoth, w/ special guest Myles Kennedy
– www.aguacalientecasinos.com
– REPORT ON SPOTLIGHT 29 (46-200 Harrison Pl., Coachella, 92236) All Shows in the Spotlight Room.
– OCT., 3; Parmalee
– OCT., 4; MJ Live
– OCT., 18; Bee Gees Gold
– OCT.,24; Native American Comedy Jam
– OCT., 25; Great White & Quiet Riot
www.spotlight29.com.
– REPORT ON FANTASY SPRINGS RESORT (84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy, Indio. 92203).
– OCT., 10; Kool & The Gang 8 PM
– OCT., 17; Boz Scaggs 8 PM
– OCT., 19; Intocable – The Anthology Tour
– OCT., 25; Jeff Dunham – Artificial Intelligence
www.fantasyspringsresort.com
– REPORT ON MORONGO CASINO RESORT (49500 Seminole Dr., Cabazon, 92230)
– OCT., 17; Arley Perez 8 PM
www.morongocasinoresort.com.
– REPORT ON THE MCCALLUM THEATRE; (73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA. 92260)
– Yvonne Bell is the new CEO.
– OCT., 7; An Evening w/ Branford Marsalis
– OCT., 10; Cirque Mechanics
– OCT., 12; Stephan Moccio
– OCT., 16; Complexions Contemporary Ballet
– OCT., 17; Celtic Thunder
– OCT., 18; Henry Cho: The Empty Nest Tour
– NOV., 2 and NOV., 3; How the Grinch Stole Christmas; The Musical”
– REPORT ON OSCAR’S PALM SPRINGS (125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way #108, Palm Springs, CA. 92262)
– OCT., 2; An Evening w/ Susan Powter; From Fitness Guru to Truth Teller.
– REPORT ON THE RANCHO MIRAGE LIBRARY ^& OBSERVATORY (71-100 CA.-111, Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270)
– There’s a wide range of programs here. From lectures & musical performances to films & stargazing.
– OCT., 17 – Guided Stargazing
– OCT., 22 – Coachella Valley Classical Voices
– OCT., 29 – Dia de Los Muertos Concert
www.ranchomiragelibrary.org.
– REPORT ON THIRD PARTY TICKETS; Buyer Beware
– (contact info: Email: joeyenglishboxofficereport.com).

Joe and Barbara
Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment – October 1, 2025
Seg 2 – Palm Springs Symphony/Plaza Theatre Segment
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PALM SPRINGS SYMPHONY/PLAZA THEATRE w/ Maestro Tom Hartley A 501C3 organization. Symphony in residence @ the Plaza Theater.
– REPORT on their mission statement; Our mission is to provide a professional orchestral group to enhance and enrich the cultural life of Palm Springs and the greater C.V. To offer concerts, recitals and special events with programs of musical and artistic excellence that entertain educate and engage the audience. We are also dedicated to giving free concerts to children where they can experience a live symphony orchestra.
– REPORT on their concert @ St. Margarets.
– HOLD THE DATES:
1. Sun., Dec., 7, ‘2025 “Sleigh Ride & Symphony: A Joyful Christmas Concert” @ Plaza Theatre
2. Tues., Feb., 17, 2026 “From Mozart to Modern: A Symphony Across Time” @ Plaza Theatre
3. Tues., Mar., 31, 2026; “An Evening of Elegance: Elizabeth Pitcairin & the Red Violin” @ Plaza Theatre
4. Sat., May 9, 2026; “May Musical Mischief: A Symphony of Surprises” for Mom @ Plaza Theatre
5. Sat., July 4, 2026; “Liberty & Legacy: Celebrating 250 Years of America” @ Plaza Theatre
– DISCUSSION of how to support, donate, purchase tickets etc.,
– (contact info; www.palmsprings-symphony.org and (760) 773-2575)

Tom
Palm Springs Air Museum and Palm Springs Art Museum Segment – October 1, 2025
Seg 3 – Palm Springs Air Museum and Palm Springs Art Museum Segment
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PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM; w/ Ann Greer; 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs, CA. 92262
The Patriotic Center of the Coachella Valley.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that the Museum now has 80 plus aircraft IN 91,000 Sq. feet of climate-controlled hanger space. Open 10 AM to 5 PM every day. Dogs on leashes welcome too.
– REPORT that the construction is over.
– DISCUSSION of all the planes.
– REPORT that the Library has Simulators.
– REPORT on the pilot SOAR program (Science of Aviation and Rocketry. 4 sessions of half-day for only 15 kids per week. Must be in middle school. $250/week including all materials. Sign up online. Connected w/ NASA.
1. EACH SATURDAY; 8 AM – 5 PM; Open Cockpit. Different planes each week. Book a ride on the website for early morning, mostly on weekends.
2. OCT., 25, ’25; 10 AM – 3 PM – Car Show & Chili Cook-Off
3. NOV., 1, ’25; 1 – 2 PM – Dickey Chapelle
4. NOV., 8’ 25; 1 – 5 PM – PSAM’S 29TH Bday and Veterans’ Day Air Fair.
– REPORT on the Gift Shop; i.e. the “Skybattle” board game, models, coloring books, costumes.
– REPORT that children under 12 get in FREE w/ a paid adult.
– DISCUSSION of the flight simulators. (F-16) The collection of every issue of Life Magazine.
– Stealth simulator is open every day.
– REPORT that the B17 is open 10 AM to 1 PM.
– REPORT that the Café is closed Tues. and Wed., Open the rest of the week.
– (contact info; www.palmspringsairmuseum.org and (760 778-6262)
PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM; w/ Anahi Navarro; 101 Museum Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262
– OCT., 2; 5 PM T-Kay
– OCT., 3; 6:30 PM “Do You Remember” a film w/ Clive Davis
– OCT., 4 – MAY 30 Frey House
– OCT., 18 – Architecture and Design Center (300 S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs, CA.) Modern Women: The Influencers Who Shaped Palm Springs.
– OCT 26; 10 AM – 5 PM Dia de Los Muertos
-(contact info: www.psmuseum.org and (760) 322-4800)

Ann and Anahi
Indian Wells Golf Resort Segment – September 30, 2025
Seg 1 – Indian Wells Golf Resort Segment
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INDIAN WELLS GOLF RESORT w/ Robin Graf, General Manager re: 33400 Indian Wells Ln, Indian Wells, CA. 92210
– REPORT that GM Robin oversees operations, the 2 championship golf courses, F&B, guest services, and team development, etc.
– REPORT that the Epson Tour Championship @ Indian Wells is scheduled for Oct., 2 – 5, 2025 on the Celebrity Course.
– REPORT that City of Indian Wells is Presenting Sponsor of the EPSON TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP, the official qualifying tour of the LPGA.
– REPORT that the Epson Tour Championship is the final tournament on the Epson Tour. that there will be 108 athletes competing for a $250,000 purse.
– DISCUSSION of the official Pro-Am held Wed., of tournament week.
– REPORT that you can buy tickets on-line through the official www.epsontour.com website.
– (contact info; www.indianwellsgolfresort.com and (760) 834-3870)

Robin
Hansen House Foundation Segment – September 30, 2025
Seg 2 – Hansen House Foundation Segment
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HANSEN HOUSE FOUNDATION w/ Yvonne Moreno re; Executive Director. 380 e. Paseo El Mirador, Palm Springs.
– MISSION STATEMENT: To provide a community-supported facility w/ low or no-cost services whose dedicated staff and volunteers are committed to making available a safe, clean, and caring temporary HOME AWAY FROM HOME for the families of the critically ill and injured. (think Ronald McDonald House)
– DISCUSSION of the facility and history of Hansen House @ Desert Regional Medical Center.
– HOLD THE DATE: SAT., OCT., 11
– 22nd Annual Gala; Wings of Hope – A Glamorous Journey @ the Palm Springs Air Museum.
– With Wine Grab, Casino Play and Silent Auction.
– Emceed by Miss Joey English.
– Entertainment by Tony Grandberry.
– Dan McGrath presents Honorees; Carrie Allan & Chief Andrew Mills.
– Tickets and information on-line. Discount for employees of Desert Regional and JFK Hospitals. General Admission: $245. www.hansonhouse.org/gala2025.
– Contact info: (www.hansenhouse.org and (760) 416-5070)

Yvonne
UCPIE Segment – September 30, 2025
Seg 3 – UCPIE Segment
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UCPIE w/ John Sprogis re: President and CEO of United Cerebral Palsy of the Inland Empire; 42-600 Cook St., Ste., 201, Palm Desert, CA. 92211
– MISSION STATEMENT; to provide services to people w/ developmental disabilities beyond cerebral palsy. Programs and services in the Inland Empire in both Riverside and San Bernadino counties. To advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people w/ disabilities.
– DISCUSSION that John’s sister has Downs Syndrome AND one of his twins had Cerebral Palsy and he passed away.
– SHARRING How John feels his son Cole’s spirit in everything John does for UCPIE.
– REPORT that UCPIE is now 40 years old.
– HOLD THE DATE; Vintage Hollywood Glam; “Life Without Limits” Luncheon. Oct., 17 @ 11 AM @ the Agua Caliente Resort in Rancho Mirage, in the Cahuilla Ballroom. 32-250 Bob Hope, Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270. Cost is $120/ticket. Sponsorships available.
– (contact info: www.ucpie.org and (760) 321-8184)

John
“Restaurant of the Week” Segment – September 29, 2025
Seg 1 – “Restaurant of the Week” Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Kim Guzman re: General Manager @ “Manhattan in the Desert” 2665 E. Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs, 92264.
– REPORT that Kim has been @ Manhattan 20 years.
– REPORT on the renovations @ Manhattan In The Desert. New owners, new bar (bar bites, sports scene bar) w/ great Happy Hour w/ drinks and food, 5 TV’s.
– REPORT that the bakery is STILL there, good as ever.
– REPORT that the restaurant was there 21 years on Sept., 15, ’25.
– DISCUSSION of the menu for Summer. $17.99
1.Roasted breast of turkey.
2.Homemade Meatloaf
3.Fish and Chips
4. Salmon Fillet (6 oz)
5.Grilled Hamburger Steak
6.Spaghetti w/ Meat sauce
7.Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
8.Fettuccine Alfredo (vegetarian)
9.Spaghetti w/ Marinara (vegetarian)
– Add soup or salad for $2.99
– REPORT on Options for folks who do NOT drink during Happy Hour; 2 – 6 PM; BUT started June 1, Happy Hour; open to close Mon., – Fri. IF YOU ARE SEATED IN THE BAR. $5. Wine, $15. Charcuterie Platter.
– REPORT on the Banquet Room for groups.
– (contact info: www.manhattaninthedesert.com and (760) 567-0126)

Kim
Crossroads To Care Segment – September 29, 2025
Seg 2 – Crossroads To Care Segment
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CROSSROADS TO CARE (housecalls are back) w/ Patricia Ryan, MSN, ANP-BC re; An adult nurse-practitioner who makes house calls. A concierge practitioner.
– DEFINITION of what a “nurse practitioner” is.
– PATRICIA PROVIDES SERVICES SUCH AS; Same as in a doctor’s office; She can;
1. Diagnose 2. Treat. 3. Prescribe. 4. Referrals as needed (Xrays, home health care, etc), 5. Do blood tests right there, deliver it to the lab and get you the results. 6. Check-ups.
– DEFINITION of an Adult Nurse Practitioner; a nurse who went back to school and has a Master’s Degree and MAKES HOUSE CALLS.
– REPORT on how convenient her services are for many folks for many reasons. Good to know your “starting point” from your blood work.
– REPORT on her concierge services for folks 18 and over.
– REPORT that Patricia can prescribe GENERIC BRANDS and save you MONEY!!!
– REPORT that she is the ONLY nurse practitioner who has this type of practice in the Coachella Valley.
1. Check-ups.
2. Overall health.
3. Yearly visits.
4. She will do the blood-draw and deliver it to the labs.
– DISCUSSION of the convenience of her services if you;
1. Don’t drive.
2. Don’t want to sit in the doctor’s office AND WAIT to be seen.
3. Don’t have to get up and get dressed, can be seen while bedridden.
4. Don’t have to deal w/ how long the wait time is to get an appointment w/ your primary care physician now. Patty can see you in a very timely manner.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”
1. Is there a pill to stop one from drinking? (Yes, taking Antabuse (disulfiram) and then drinking will result in making you sick. Need a prescription. Several side-effects.)
2. What’s this latest on autism? (Yes, it’s been reported that taking Tylenol during pregnancy MIGHT cause Autism. Correlation means two things change together, while causation means one thing directly causes the other to change. Studies ongoing.)
3. Are beets good for all the things the TV commercials say? (Beets are good for many things.)
– REPORT that you can become a patient w/ a yearly fee, or she can bill Medicare, and her visits are charged to insurance.
– REPORT that she can write prescriptions. Even for bio-identical hormones as well.
– REPORT that many of her patients are seniors.
– (contact info: www.crossroadstocare.org and (760) 668-1654).

Patricia
The Bent Theater Segment – September 29, 2025
Seg 3 – The Bent Theater Segment
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THE BENT. w/ Terry Ray, Co-Founder, Mgr., Dir. and Brian Newkirk, actor re: 68618 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., #203. Cathedral City, 92234
– REPORT that THE BENT is a non-profit theater serving the Palm Springs and Coachella Valley LGBTQ+ Community since Dec., 13, 2022.
– REPORT to subscribe NOW for Season 4 HOLD THE DATES;.
– Oct., 17 – Nov., 2; “The Inheritance – Part 2”. Won the Tony.
– Dec., 5 – 21; “Dog Sees God”
– Dec., 9 – 14; “Skippy & Bitsy’s All Star Christmas TV Extravaganza
– Feb., 12 – 28, ’26; “In the Wake”
– May 8 – 24, ’26; “A Man of No Importance”
– REPORT that all shows are performed @ the Palm Springs Cultural Center on Baristo Road.
– (contact info: www.thebent.org).

Terry and Brian
Joey’s Daily Datebook – September 29 – October 3, 2025
Joey English Daily Datebook
Presented by Desert Lifestyle Properties.
www.desertlifestyleproperties.com and (760) 818-7518
“Desert Lifestyle, Redefined”
FRIDAY: Oct., 3, 2025. National World Smile or Mean Girls Day.
1. WHO; DESERT LIFESTYLE PROPERTIES Ben Leaskou wants you to know;
WHAT; Schedule of open houses for the weekend
WHEN; ON-LINE.
WHERE: Details on-line
WEB; www.desertlifestyleproperties.com.
2. WHO; C.S.U.S.B.
WHAT; Has established a Gerald R. Food Presidential Fellows Program
WHEN; SAT., SEPT., 27; 8 PM
WHERE: Special Events Center.
WEB; www.fantasyspringsresort.com
3. WHO; CREATIVE ARTS TEMPLE W/ RABBI JERRY CUTLER.
WHAT; CAT FNL (Creative Arts Temple/Friday Night Live) Streaming brief Shabbat Services w/ The Cutlers.
WHEN; FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT @ 5 PM.
WHERE; Facebook & YouTube & live.
WEB; www.creativeartstemple.org.
THURSDAY: Oct., 2, 2025. National Violence Day.
1. WHO; THE PALM CANYON THEATRE
WHAT; Roald Dahl’s “Charlie & The Chocolate Factory”
WHEN; Oct., 3 – 12, 2025
WHERE: 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs
WEB; www.palmcanyontheatre.net.
2. WHO; CV REP;S Artistic Director Adam Karsten wants you to know about;
WHAT; Single tickets on sale; “Dear Evan Hansen”, “One Man Two Guvnors”, “Guys & Dolls”, “Ernest Shackelton Loves Me”
WHEN; NOW
WHERE; 68510 e. Palm Cayn., Dr., Cathedral City
WEB; www.cvrep.org.
3. WHO; ACRISURE ARENA
WHAT; Maroon 5, “Love To Like 2025 Us”, Fall Tour.
WHEN; WED., OCT., 8, 7:30 PM.
WHERE: Acrisure Arena
WEB; www.acrisiurearena.com.
WEDNESDAY: Sept.,Oct.,1, 2025. National Homemade Cookies Day or National Coffee Day.
1.WHO; DAP HEALTH/PRES. DAVID BRINKMAN wants you to know;
WHAT; Become a “Partner for Life”.
WHEN; NOW
WHERE: Get involved on-line.
WEB; www.daphealth.org.
2. WHO; REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY’S Gary Powers wants you to know;
WHAT: “Point Loma” a play by Tim Milligan
WHEN; OCT., 2 – 11, 2025
WHERE; 611 S. Palm Cyn. In the Sun Shopping Center.
WEB; www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
3. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS Chairman Milanovich wants you to know.
WHAT; Rumors of “Fleetwood Mac”
WHEN; FRI., OCT., 3.
WHERE; THE SHOW in Rancho Mirage.
WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com.
TUESDAY: Sept., 30, 2025 National AI in Word Day and Johnny Mathis bday.
1. WHO; MC CALLUM THEATRE.
WHAT; An Evening w/ Bradford Marsalis
WHEN; OCT., 7
WHERE; 73-000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA.
WEB; www.mccallumtheatre.com.
2. WHO; OSCAR’S PALM SPRINGS.
WHAT; An Evening w/ Susan Powter, speaker, nutritionist, author from Australia.
WHEN; OCT., 2
WHERE; 125. E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way. #108. Palm Springs.
WEB; www.oscarspalmsprings.com.
3. WHO; DESERT-THEATRICALS Josh and Ray, want you to know.
WHAT; Dinner Theatre Under the Stars. “THE ADDAMS FAMILY” w/ food by Wally’s.
WHEN; OCT., 24 – 26; DINNER AND THE THEATER
WHERE; 71560 San Jacinto Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA.
WEB; www.desert-theatricals.com.
MONDAY: Sept., 29, 2025 National World Heart Day.
1. WHO; PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER.
WHAT; Foodie Fridays. “Come for a meal, stay for a show.”
WHEN; FRIDAYS 5 – 8 PM
WHERE; The P.S. Cultural Center on Baristo, in P.S.
WEB; www.psculturalcenter.org.
2. WHO; Acrisure Arena
WHAT; Magnificent Seen Tickets (Paul McCartney 9.29, The Who10.1, LA Lakers 10.3, Blink 11.4& 5, Marroon 10.89, Firebirds 10.10.
WHEN; SEPT., 29 – OCT., 10
WHERE; Acrisure Arena.
WEB; www.acrisurearena.com
3. WHO; ANIMAL SAMARITANS
WHAT; FREE Spay & Neuter Program in LaQuinta.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE; Get a voucher @ L.Q. City Hall; 78-495 Calle Tampico.
WEB; www.animalsamaritans.org.
For further reference to the JEdD, visit my website www.joeyenglish.com.