On Jan. 6, 1963, Marlin Perkins stood in front of the television cameras for the first time and introduced the world to Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, thus pioneering the “nature show” format. Other nature shows and, indeed, entire television networks would spring up in its wake, and appearances by animal trainers eventually became a late-night television staple. One such trainer is Peter Gros, who’s co-hosted Wild Kingdom since the 1980s and who occasionally goes on tour with a crazy cast of animals with which to educate and entertain the nation’s schoolchildren. The best part? It’s only 10 bucks for kids under the age of 12. Saddle up the young-uns and watch their eyes widen at Gros’ traveling zoo on Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Lincoln Theater. 100 California Drive, Yountville. 3pm. $28; $10 children 12 and under. 707.944.1300.Gabe Meline
.Nov. 21: Peter Gros at Lincoln Theater
