The big, bold neon sign has been bathing Lincoln Way in pastel hues since last summer and work has been taking place inside the State Theater since early this year.

You had to know it was only a matter of time before live entertainment returned to the 79-year-old Auburn landmark.

That will happen for the first time in a long time April 26 with a performance by The Mitguards, a touring duo from Colorado steeped in roots based Americana music.

The building owner, the Auburn Placer Performing Arts Center non-profit organization, is making it a celebration, with a pre-concert reception open to ticket holders preceding the 4 p.m. show start.

Concertgoers will take in the show from a portion of The State that has been fitted with a stage and seating since the previous movie theater business left in December. About 120 seats will be available.

The Mitguards are a mandolin, guitar and vocals team who will be touring California in late April in support of their new CD release “Something True.” In fact, the CD release party is tonight in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Tickets for the Sunday concert will be on sale at the door. They can also be bought in advance at Cherry Records in Auburn or through the Performing Arts Center office at (530) 885-0156.

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