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April 9, 2025

Duane & Elias Join the Joey English Show

Don't Miss Duane Minard and Eli Santana on the JoeyEnglish Radio Show! Get the Inside Scoop on the 102nd Season of "Ramona"!


The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre Segment - April 8, 2025


Hemet and surrounding areas, mark your calendars! You won't want to miss an exclusive interview with two key figures behind the iconic "Ramona" outdoor play, right here on the JoeyEnglish radio show!


Tune in to hear from Duane Minard, the artistic director of the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre and the first Native American to hold this prestigious role, and Eli Santana (Alessandro), the talented Native American actor reprising his starring role in this year's production.

Get ready for an engaging conversation where Duane and Eli will offer insights into the 102nd season of this historic play. Learn about the significance of "Ramona," based on the powerful novel by Helen Hunt Jackson and rooted in a true story. Did you know that Helen Hunt Jackson will be receiving her star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars this Wednesday, April 16th? This adds another layer of significance to this year's production!


This season marks Eli's return to the lead role, a part that Duane himself has also played in the past. With Duane's impressive 17-year involvement with the play and a cast of 200 dedicated individuals, you're guaranteed a spectacular performance. Discover why "Ramona" holds the distinguished title of America's longest-running outdoor drama and the official outdoor play for the state of California.

LISTEN TO THE COMPLETE SHOW FOR DETAILS OF SUBJECTS DISCUSSED IN THIS INTERVIEW!


Ready to experience the magic of "Ramona" live? Catch the performances at the RAMONA BOWL AMPHITHEATRE, located at 27400 Ramona Bowl Road, Hemet, CA. 92544 on the following dates:

  • April 26 & 27
  • May 3 & 4
  • May 10 & 11
  • Plus a special 4th Grade Performance

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit their website at www.ramonabowl.com or call them directly at (951) 658-3111.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to hear directly from Duane Minard and Eli Santana on the JoeyEnglish radio show before experiencing the unforgettable performance of "Ramona"! Tune in for all the details!


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Saturday, January 25 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Courtyard Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre Are you ready to be a part of something big? The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre is looking for volunteers to help with the upcoming production of Ramona! We are looking for people of all ages and backgrounds to fill a variety of roles, including: Rock Indians/Village Children Spanish Dancers Atmosphere Children of the Rancho Costumes/Makeup Production/Backstage No experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and have fun. Volunteer Sign-Up Day will be held on Saturday, January 25th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre Courtyard. Come meet the Artistic Director, Duane Minard, and learn more about how you can get involved. Contact: 951-658-3111 or 951-232-5267 Website: https://www.ramonabowl.com/ We hope to see you there! About Ramona: Ramona is a play based on the novel by Helen Hunt Jackson. It tells the story of Ramona, a young woman of Native American and Spanish descent, who falls in love with Alessandro, a Native American man. The play is set in Southern California in the 1800s and is a powerful tale of love, loss, and injustice. The Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre is a unique outdoor theatre located in Hemet, California. It is the home of the annual Ramona Pageant, which has been performed every year since 1923. We hope you'll join us for this exciting event!
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