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The Stairwell Sisters

West Side Theatre
Newman, CA

The Stairwell Sisters have amassed a rowdy repertoire of timeless tunes plus a solid standing of smart, original material that is winning praise on a national level. The gals kicked off 2007 with an appearance on the nationally syndicated A Prairie Home Companion, as well as their first UK tour, which won them rave reviews. This Fall they will record their third CD, with producer Lloyd Maines.

Stephanie Prausnitz (fiddle) and Evie Ladin (banjo/clogging) are steeped in the old-time repertoire, bringing tunes with just the right intensity to suit the quintet's dynamic feel. Lisa Berman's unique approach to the dobro adds a grit that walks a line through country and blues. Martha Hawthorne (bass) and Sue Sandlin (guitar/tiple) motor the band forward with their lock-step rhythm. All of the sisters sing, and they have a knack for infusing the old music with intoxicating energy and soul.

"A powerhouse ensemble" - San Francisco Chronicle

Note: Seating is cabaret style (table and chairs). About six chairs per table. Events will typically have a two-tied ticketing scheme: "Reserved Seating" and "General Admission". "RESERVED SEATING" The higher priced ticket guarantees a seat in the 3-4 rows closest to the stage. Additionally, the seat is held (reserved) until the ticket holder arrives. As orders are placed, we manually assign best available seating on a first come, first saved basis. Adjusting for singles, couples, larger parties as necessary. About six people can sit comfortably at a table. Specific requests such as "Second row, center." will be accommodated as best as possible. Requests such as this need to be relayed to us for attention. "GENERAL ADMISSION" These tickets sell for a few dollars less than "Reserved Seating". Seating in this section is on a first come, first served basis when the doors open one hour before the show starts. Holders of "General Admission" tickets are not allowed in the rows closest to the stage ("Reserved Seating").

Kid Friendly: No

Dog Friendly: No

Non-Smoking: No

Wheelchair Accessible: No

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