Gus’ Garage on Mosasco

When Bakersfieldians lament on the lack of local entertainment I can’t help but wonder where these people are looking? Bakersfield is full of events! Festivals by the dozens are cropping up every weekend, Food Fairs, and Home Shows. Our arts and music district are always putting on something fabulous. As for our local theater? You’d be hard pressed to find a weekend when there’s not something showing.
Gus’ Garage was a totally new experience to me. I can honestly say that up until Gus’ I’ve never been to a real live magic show. Only the one’s on TV that make you wonder, ‘is that magic or is it «TV Magic»?’ So when I was told we’d be attending this variety show/​magic show I was stoked. Something new and nearby!
The location isn’t what you may expect; over in Rosedale, as far away from the flourishing arts district as possible. It’s inside a warehouse type garage — very unexpected. Parking is mostly on-​street and no issue at all. Inside, the building is industrial chic. There’s no real ticket window, and money is taken out of an old school cash box. Once paid, you make your way around to the back where the space opens up to the rafters. Half a dozen chairs or so line each row. A packed house would be maybe 30 – 40 or so folks.
The show itself was entertaining. Perhaps a little silly and corny, but it’s good old fashioned fun. There’s a wide variety of talent and shows vary week to week, so definitely check them out.
If you’re looking for something totally new and different, check out this quirky show.