Welcome Sunrise Theatre Members to The 2011/2012 Season

Thank you for your membership and support of the Sunrise Theatre.

You may use the "code" which we emailed to you to purchase tickets to the following shows, or you may call the box office at 772-461-4775.

If you're not yet a member of the Sunrise Theatre, what are you waiting for? Become a Member today and get the best seats in the house to the shows below!

And Remember, we'll be adding new shows throughout the season (as we did last year with Willie Nelson, the Doobie Brothers, Yes, REO Speedwagon and others).

Thank you again for your support! We look forward to seeing you at YOUR Sunrise Theatre!

VISIONS HAIRSTYLING IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN FORT PIERCE PRESENTS THE CUTTING EDGE EXTRAVAGANZA
Saturday, September 10 at 5pm, Tickets: $20

Join us for an evening of beauty, fashion, and welness. . . .MORE>

Super Nova Production's featuring Andrew Koslosky and his Broadway Blockbusters will take the stage in American Fantasy-A Tribute to Hollywood's Greatest Musicals . . . .MORE>

This event features Grammy®-award-winner Regina Belle, and Steller® award winner Jonathan Nelson and will also showcase the talent and anointing of three (3) local choirs in . . . .MORE>

Legendary guitarist, singer/songwriter, Grammy winner, producer and Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame member Lindsey Buckingham will release his 6th solo album, Seeds We Sow, on September 6th 2011 and will perform Live, One Night Only, at the Sunrise Theatre, Tuesday, October 4th at 7 PM. . . . .MORE>

B.K. Jackson is a young, energetic, saxophone sensation from Tampa, Florida. B.K. is an exceptional musician and has been electrifying audiences in Central Florida for several years . . . .MORE>

By popular demand, Benise's 'The Spanish Guitar' returns to the Sunrise Theatre. Hailed as "The Latin Riverdance", Benise is a celebrated International guitarist, Benise (Buh-ness-say) and his Emmy award-winning Nights of Fire cast, perform The World Music & Dance Spectacular The Spanish Guitar Benise, along with a full cast of performers, takes the audience on an unprecedented and epic adventure exploring Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Argentinean Tango, Indian Bollywood, Parisian Waltz, African drumming, and more…!

The Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute due to their precise attention to detail. With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles' songs, the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing.

This show genuinely captures the life changing snapshots of the Beatles career. As it takes you through the many years, you realize how many great Beatles songs there are. By the end of the show, you have found that you were singing, standing and dancing through most of the show. Whether you are a die-hard Beatles fan or simply enjoy the Beatles music, it is worth going to see this show. Great experience!

"Chi of Shaolin: The Tale of the Dragon" is a riveting tale of a Thief, who is left for dead after his efforts to steal a prized Chinese relic, is foiled. He is found by a Shaolin Monk who finds compassion for the Thief and brings him back to the Shaolin Temple for healing. Through his quest for healing the audience becomes witness to his eventual recovery and ultimate and timeless transformation.

Intricate weapons exhibitions and edge-of-your-seat action are enhanced by brilliant backdrops, vibrant costumes and dramatic original music. The special lighting, illusions and choreography create a perfect balance of delight, wonder and excitement that will captivate and dazzle audiences.

The Kings of Salsa is an explosion of high voltage salsa and sizzling choreography from Cuba's hippest new dance show. Choreographed by Roclan, Gonzalez Chavez, this stunning new show pays homage to the great Cuban performers and dance styles from this intoxicating island with a cool contemporary modern twist showing young Cuba Today.

All backed by the spectacular 9 piece band Cuba Ashire. Unleashing their Latin rhythms and stratospheric brass arrangement …all showcasing a slice of Cuba never seen before on stage.

Join Steve Solomon as he lightens up the holiday season with more "mishuginah" exploits about spending holidays with his family -- who drove him into therapy in the first place! When the family arrives home to celebrate the holidays, Steve is thrown together with all his dysfunctional family members in a riotous celebration of the holiday season.

Steve invites us all to attend a holiday dinner at Grandma's where, if you're under 55, you're allowed to sit at the children's table. With over thrifty five over-fed people and one toilet, this award-winning dialectician/comedian will have you laughing nonstop as you listen to a hilarious recount of a chaotic family reunion.

BOWZER'S ROCK AND ROLL CHRISTMAS SHOW
Saturday, December 10 at 8pm, Tickets: $65*includes VIP Meet and Greet, $45/$39

The stunning disparity between mild-mannered Jon Bauman and his creation and alter ego, the inimitable "Bowzer", has raised a lot of eyebrows in the entertainment industry. That's because Jon's portrayal of "Bowzer", leader of "Sha Na Na" for fourteen years, was so convincing that the casual observer was certain this hilarious, gangly greaser actually stalked the streets of Brooklyn when he wasn't appearing with the group. Later, when Jon Bauman washed the grease right out of "Bowzer"'s hair, he surfaced as one of the most multi-dimensional performers in show business today, with careers as host, producer, writer, performer, actor, musician and social activist!

Peggy March – Peggy March isn't necessarily a household name to Americans, but everybody knows her #1 pop hit from 1963, the American teen classic, "I Will Follow Him." The American pop singer, born on March 8, 1948, Lansdale, Pennsylvania, was discovered at age thirteen singing at her cousin's wedding and was introduced to the record producers Hugo & Luigi. They gave her the nickname Little Peggy March because she was only 4' 9"tall, the record she did with them was "Little Me," and her birthday was in March.

Peggy March's single "I Will Follow Him" soared to number one on the U.S. charts. March became the youngest female artist with a number one hit, a record that still stands for the Billboard Hot 100. The recording also took the number one spot in Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Japan, and Scandinavia.

It was the late 50's and the words were heard on the airwaves and fans sung along " Hushabye, hushabye – oh my darling don't you cry, Guardian angel from above – take care of the one I love".

Today 2 Original members – Phil Cracolici (Original Lead Singer) & his nephew George Galfo (Original 2nd Tenor) look back with pride and a new day has begun in keeping those harmonies coming. Joining Phil and George are Joe Neary (former member of Reunion, Bits N Pieces, and toured with Dion and first tenor on his last two CD's),Ralph Roberts ( former member of Music Box) and Howard Sprotzer (former member of the DooWop Kings).

The Sound of "The MYSTICS" still harbor the soft breezes of harmony perfection and the audience's embrace and applause continue to shine a glow and as "The MYSTICS" continue in their quest of keeping the sounds of harmony doo-wop alive in our hearts.

Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his unforgettable magical journey and his discovery of the true meaning of Christmas in a stage show that has become one of the most treasured family gifts of the season. A Christmas Carol is packed with laughter, pageantry and gorgeous costumes. Every memorable detail of Dickens' A Christmas Carol springs to life, from spine-chilling ghosts to heartfelt renditions of traditional British carols. Crotchety Scrooge, lovable Tiny Tim, and all the fascinating characters that audiences have come to love make Charles Dickens' enchanting story a treasured holiday event.

Internationally renowned State Ballet Theatre of Russia, based out of The Voronezh State Theatre of Opera and Ballet, brings V. Vainonen's Nutcracker to life through astonishingly beautiful dances set to Tchaikovsky's musical score. Graceful costumes and enchanting sets make this timeless traditional ballet a holiday event for the whole family.

With a company of over 65 dancers, the company has drawn critical acclaim in performances throughout Europe, India and Africa, as well as the United States. This is one show for the entire family you won't want to miss.

From their formation in the back of a delicatessen in Toronto in the late 1970s to headlining at Carnegie Hall, The Nylons have a storied history. Their first album went gold in only two months and eventually went on to become a Canadian platinum seller with big hits Up The Ladder To The Roof and The Lion Sleeps Tonight.

The Nylons are renowned for their vibrant live shows, featuring dazzling harmonies, smooth arrangements, tight choreography, and fabulous showmanship. Their rapport with their audiences makes them perennial favorites for all age groups. After twenty years the Nylons aren't just an oldies but goodies act, their performances are as dynamic as ever and their new music is better than ever.

Mark Green and Friends take us down memory lane and relive the music of the "King of Swing". The history of the memorable bandleader will be told through movies and music. You will hear hits such as "Sing, Sing, Sing" and "After You've Gone". A VIP Brunch will be hosted by the Board of Directors of the Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at the Black Box Theatre at 12:00 Noon

For more information contact The Fort Pierce Jazz & Blues Society at (772) 460-5299 or visit www.jazzsociety.org

Preferred Seating, includes a VIP Brunch - $50. (Only 125 preferred seats available)
All other seats $25.

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia brings the world's most beloved ballet, "Swan Lake," to glorious life for one performance only Tuesday, January 10th, 2012 at 7 p.m. Hailed by the New York Times as "full of enchantment," this company of distinguished dancers has showcased the unparalleled art of Russian ballet to countries throughout the world.

Set to Tchaikovsky's magnificent score, with choreography by M. Petipa and L. Ivanov, the ballet tells the timeless story of a young prince named Siegfried who falls in love with Odette, a princess who takes human form at night but each morning is turned into a swan by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart. In this consummate tale of love conquering all, the spell may only be broken if a prince pledges eternal fidelity to her.

With a company of 65 dancers, the theater's repertoire includes work by both classical and modern Russian composers, including "Swan Lake," "The Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," "The Nutcracker," "Giselle," "Don Quixote," "Le Sylphide," "Scheherazade," "Gavalry Halt," "The Stone Flower," "1001 Nights," "Carmen"-suite, "Cipollino," "Doctor Aubolit," "Francesca di Rimini" and "The Fountain of Bakhchisarai."

Liza Minnelli, winner of four Tony Awards, an Oscar, a special "Legends" Grammy, two Golden Globe Awards and an Emmy, is one of the entertainment world's consummate performers. In film, on stage and in television, Liza has won critical acclaim, a multitude of fans, and recognition from her peers in show business, giving new dimension and credibility to the word "superstar."

In between her many TV and film roles, Liza has never stopped touring and has long been considered one of the most exciting concert performers, electrifying audiences around the world and setting records at the most prestigious venues. Her well-known generosity of spirit, enthusiasm and commitment to her craft are unequaled in the entertainment industry.

Don't miss Liza Minnelli, January 15th, as she takes the Sunrise Stage for one night only! Bring your family….bring your friends…and watch this amazing woman do her thing like no one else can!

ABBA: The Concert continues to be the TOP ABBA tribute group in the world, dazzling all who see with their fantastic performance while playing the most ICONIC hits from ABBA, including "Mamma Mia," "S.O.S," "Money, Money, Money," "The Winner Takes All," "Waterloo," "Gimme, Gimme, Gimme,"and "Dancing Queen."

The group has performed around the world. During these tours the show has always consisted of two ORIGINAL MEMBERS of the original ABBA rhythm section.

The audience and press all agreed "this is the closest to ABBA you'll ever get".

WHAT'S MORE FUN THAN AN EVENING OF DOO WOP & ROCK AND ROLL? It is Richard Nader Entertainment taking us on a stroll down memory lane with a star studded line-up of legends from the '50s and '60s.

STARRING:

THE CHARLIE THOMAS DRIFTERS "Save The Last Dance For Me" "Under The Boardwalk"

FRANKIE FORD "Sea Cruise" "Roberta"

STEAM "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye" "Love And Affection"

THE LEGENDS OF DOO WOP

TOMMY MARA current lead of The Crests "Sixteen Candles" "Cara Mia"

TONY PASSA original lead of the Fascinators "Chapel Bells" "Oh Rosemarie"

STEVE HORN of the 5 Sharks "Stormy Weather" "Gloria"

FRANK MANCUSO of The Imaginations "Guardian Angel" "The Search Is Over"

THE SOLID GOLD BAND with a salute to our Armed Forces

Gordon Lightfoot is the author and voice of these and many other timeless songs: Early Morning Rain, Canadian Railroad Trilogy, Sundown, If You Could Read My Mind, Carefree Highway, The Wreck Of The Edmund Fitzgerald, Beautiful, Ribbon Of Darkness, Rainy Day People, That's What You Get For Lovin' Me, Did She Mention My Name, I'm Not Sayin' That I Love You, Race Among the Ruins, Softly, Song For A Winter's Night, Summer Side Of Life...and many more. The newest original album: Harmony, is Gordon Lightfoot's 20th. This stunning collection of new and previously unreleased songs has been highly acclaimed by critics and fans alike.

Artists who have recorded Lightfoot's songs include Bob Dylan, Elvis Presley, Sarah McLachlan, Barbra Streisand, Peter Paul & Mary, Harry Belafonte, Jane's Addiction, Richie Havens, Glen Campbell, Toby Keith, Anne Murray, Nana Mouskouri and George Hamilton IV.

"The "Vanity Fair" of the opera house, "Don Giovanni" unearths no heroes in its three-hour playing time. "This production of DON GIOVANNI has heat, passion and total commitment from everyone involved under the dynamic, dramatic direction of conductor Metodi Matakiev. The Dion, Lithuanian baritone Vytautas Juozapaitis, is a highly physical, Douglas Fairbanks/Errol Flynn kind of Don…tall, dark, and quite handsome. This is one Hot opera you won't want to miss.

By special permission from Elvis Presley Enterprises... four memorable eras, four fabulous Elvis's, forever shared for the entire world! Elvis Lives is a live concert celebration of one of the greatest musical performers who ever lived. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be there live, with the music of the man who revolutionized music forever — Elvis Presley. The tour will feature four of the world's greatest Elvis tribute artists paying homage to the king during various stages of his career, a live band and back-up singers and dancers.

The featured performers are Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artists who were previously selected as finalists at preliminary competitions for the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest produced annually by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. and held throughout Australia, Canada, England, Japan, Norway and the United States. As finalists of these preliminary round events, they won the opportunity to compete in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Competition, held during Elvis Week in Memphis and each finished in the top ten of all contestants.

"It's been exciting to see The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest spotlight some of the most talented Elvis tribute artists in the world," said Scott Williams, vice president of marketing for Elvis Presley Enterprises. "This tour will give even more Elvis fans throughout North America an opportunity to see these talented entertainers."

Internationally hailed as one of the greatest songstresses of our time, GRAMMY® Award winning Roberta Flack remains unparalleled in her ability to tell a story through her music. Her songs bring insight into our lives, loves, culture and politics, while effortlessly traversing a broad musical landscape from pop to soul to folk to jazz.

"Love is a rush, a wild wind, the scent of a summer rose/A whistle blowing on a distant track, and when it goes, it goes," she sings, in that familiar soft, strong voice which has channeled the earth-shattering thunder of first attraction (the Grammy-winning First Time Ever I Saw Your Face) and the equally humbling strike of the end of it (Where Is The Love with Donny Hathaway). That voice can be sensuous (Tonight, I Celebrate My Love with Peabo Bryson, The Closer I Get To You with Hathaway) or unbearably sad (Killing Me Softly With His Song). And all the voices of that rare instrument will be on display when Flack graces the Sunrise Stage.

Flack says after 60+ years performing, she still enjoys every minute. "It's what I do, what I am all about, the opportunity to put all that together into one moment, in one hour, and serve it up to fans and people who love music in general."

Country music artist Travis Tritt will appear for a very special all acoustic performance at the Sunrise Theatre, Saturday, January 28th at 8 PM.

Tritt is perhaps best known for the hit single "T-R-O-U-B-L-E" from his 1989 album of the same name. That album achieved platinum status, as did his first release, "Country Club" from which his first No. 1 hit "Help Me Hold On" was achieved. Other memorable releases include "Here's a Quarter (Call Someone Who Cares)," "It's a Great Day to Be Alive," "Tell Me I Was Dreaming" and a cover version of the Eagles' "Take it Easy."

Tritt received two Grammy® Awards in his music career, both for Best Country Vocal Collaboration: in 1992 for "The Whiskey Ain't Workin'," a duet with Marty Stuart, and again in 1998 for "Same Old Train," a collaboration of more than ten country music artists. He has received three awards from the Country Music Association including Vocal Event of the Year twice (1993 and 1992) and the coveted Horizon Award in 1991. He was accepted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1992 when he was only 29 years old.

His most recent album, titled "The Storm" was co-produced by "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson and released in August 2007. Jackson qualified it as "blue-eyed soul" with tunes like Tritt's "Rub Off on Me" and a cover of Richard Marx's "You Never Take Me Dancing." Other cuts exhibit a bluesful, Southern-rock vibe like the notably intense Nickelback cover "Should've Listened" and a Hank Williams Jr. cover "The Pressure Is On."

The history of The Temptations is the history of contemporary American pop. An essential component of the original Motown machine, that amazing engine invented by Berry Gordy, The Temps began their musical life in Detroit in the early sixties. It wasn't until 1964, however, that the Smokey Robinson written-and-produced "The Way You Do, The Things You Do" turned the guys into stars.

The current Temptations lineup consists of original member Otis Williams, Terry Weeks, G.C. Cameron, Ron Tyson and Joe Herndon. "The Temps have always been known for great lead singer's", says Original Member, Otis Williams. "Today we have three of the greatest leads in the proud history of the group." "Our challenge," says Williams, "is to live in the present while respecting the past. We understand that for a group with our history, no matter how glorious that history might be, reinvention is the name of the game."

They're back – the legendary Original Tribute to the Blues Brothers™. The show that started it all has been selling out all over Europe these past few years, but Jake and Elwood Blues know that home is where the heart is... Last time they were in the UK they smashed, crashed and crooned their way through sell-out shows – no one does it like these brothers and they're back to show you just why they are the best...

So don the sunglasses, dig out your best pork pie hat, and buff up those dancing shows, because the Blues Brothers cordially request your presence for a night of the best music, the best moves and the best comedy you're likely to see this side of Chicago. Just don't tell the Police, OK...?!

Celebrated producer, singer, songwriter, and author Ron Dante will be among three powerhouse talents, Sonny Geraci, Dennis Tufano and Chris Montez, when the curtain rises on his Back to the 60's Show at the Sunrise Theatre, Friday, February 17, 2012 at 8:00PM.

Ron Dante is renowned for creating and managing many of the biggest pop stars in the music industry—including Cher, Barry Manilow and Ray Charles, to name just a few. He was also the lead vocalist for such iconic tunes as "Sugar, Sugar", voted "Song of the Year" in 1969.

Appearing with Ron are Sonny Geraci of "The Outsiders" (and "Climax") who turned-out four Top 40 hits and is best known for "Time Won't Let Me", "Precious & Few" and "Bend Me, Shape Me".

Sonny Geraci is proclaimed by many as the most versatile singer and performer in the business today. Sonny first exploded on the scene as the original lead vocalist with The Outsiders® who hailed from "The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame City" Cleveland, Ohio. The Outsiders®recorded for Capitol® Records, turning out four Top 40 hits: "Time Won't Let Me"," Respectable (What Kind of Girl is This)","Girl In Love" and "Help Me Girl" which was arranged by Chuck Mangione.

Dennis Tufano of "The Buckinghams" also had many hits, including the chart-topping Kind of a Drag in 1967, as well as "Don't You Care", "Hey Baby (They're Playing Our Song)", "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy "and "Susan".

Dennis, a native of Chicago, is the original "voice" of "The Buckinghams". The Chicago-based group scored with a string of five Top Ten hits in the late-sixties including, the No#1 "Kind of A Drag", "Don't You Care", "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy", "Hey Baby, They're Playing Our Song", "Susan" and "Back In Love Again". Dennis is not associated, in any way, with the current rendition of the band that owns the name The Buckinghams.

Joining this exclusive group will be Chris Montez, who's single, "Let's Dance" hit the top 10 in 1962 putting him on the map. He toured with Clyde McPhatter, Sam Cooke, The Platters and Smokey Robinson, and in 1963, opened up for the Beatles.

During the show, the singers will pay tribute to Rock & Roll Legends: Elvis, Bobby Darin, Buddy Holly and the Beatles make for a "groovy 60's" good time!

Relive mega-hit songs of the 60s, 70s and 80s performed by the guys who played, sang and recorded them! Finally, after years of performing in the shadows, "The Hit Men" have emerged, and they're taking their music and shows around the world!

The Hit Men consist of three former Four Seasons: guitarist Don Ciccone (who was also in the Critters before the Seasons and Tommy James and the Shondells after the Seasons), keyboardist Lee Shapiro and drummer Gerry Polci. This group of amazing performers are the authentic musicians and voices for hundreds of hit records from the 60's, the 70's and the 80's.

Hear hits such as: "Oh What A Night" (Dec. 63), "Who Loves You," "Could It Be Magic," "You Don't Mess Around With Jim," "Bad, Bad, Leroy Brown," "Mr. Dieingly Sad," "Younger Girl," "You Belong To Me", "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like A Man," "Bye Bye Baby," "Hanky Panky," "Draggin' The Line," "Mony, Mony" and more ...

Raised in Ottawa, Ontario, Paul Anka started writing songs at an early age, but it was a trip to New York that was to change his life forever when he wrote a song called "Diana" for a girl he knew. This song launched his career as an international teen idol at the age of sixteen and sold over 20 million copies worldwide.

By the time Anka was 18, he had five Top-20 hits and had secured himself a distinguished musical niche of romance. Who can forget his famous hits "Put Your Head on My Shoulder", "You Are My Destiny", "Lonely Boy" and "Puppy Love" …performed by some of the greatest names in the entertainment industry including Sinatra, Presley, Barbara Streisand, Buddy Holly, Tom Jones, etc..

Besides writing well-known pieces of music for TV and film, Anka topped the charts in the 70s with hits: "(You're) Having My Baby", "I Don't Like To Sleep Alone" and "One-Man Woman." Of course, Anka is probably best known for his song "My Way" which topped the charts by Frank Sinatra and later by Elvis Presley; and unknown to many, Anka co-wrote Michael Jackson's posthumous #1 worldwide hit, "This Is It," further cementing his place in history as one of the most prolific and versatile songwriters of any generation.

Lovingly "ripped-off" from the internationally famous comedy team's most popular motion picture, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Monty Python's Spamalot is the winner of three 2005 Tony® Awards including Best Musical and Best Director (Mike Nichols), as well as the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards for Best Musical.

Based on the Tony® Award winning direction of Mike Nichols and the riotous choreography of Casey Nicholaw, Monty Python's Spamalot tells the legendary tale of King Arthur's quest to find the Holy Grail. However, diverting a bit from the true story, this hilarious musical features a line of beautiful dancing girls, a flatulent Frenchmen killer rabbits and one legless knight. And outside there is plague with a 50% chance of pestilence and famine.

Spamalot is not just for Monty Python fans…and is great for the entire family. Come join the Knights at the round table…Thursday, February 23 at 7 PM!

Join us for a celebration of the life and music of Elvis Presley. Chris MacDonald lovingly brings back the magic of the King of Rock -N- Roll with his tribute Memories of Elvis.

Chris has performed in the famous Legends in Concert stage productions throughout the country (Las Vegas, Branson, New York, Hard Rock) and has actually appeared . . . .MORE>

La bohème is an opera in four acts, by Giacomo Puccini to an Italian libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa, based on Scènes de la vie de bohème by Henri Murger.

La Boheme is a tragedy about talented, but broke, starving and dying French artists in the 1800s. But the main theme in this opera is amour, or love. These singers communicated this greatest of emotions excellently throughout the entire performance.

Teatro Lirico D'Europa's Production of Puccini's La Boheme is spectacular! So whether you're an Opera aficionado or just learning to appreciate this beautiful art form, you will feel like you're in the heart of France …. and will be swept away by the scenery, gorgeous costumes and beautiful voices coming from the stage.

One of America's most beloved comedians of all time is coming back to the Sunrise Theatre 2 years in a row! Bill Cosby has captivated generations of fans with his comedy routines, iconic albums and best-selling books. His comedy transcends age, gender and cultural barriers.

Bill Cosby's next book, I Didn't Ask to Be Born, But I'm Glad I Was, will be released by the Hachette Book Group in November. Cosby talks about the Bible, being a grandfather and his first love in his humorous and insightful manner.

Cosby has received the Kennedy Center Honors, the Presidential Medal of Freedom (America's highest civilian honor), the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and the Marian Anderson Award.

Purchase your tickets early for this very special engagement with the one and only Bill Cosby. Last year, both his shows sold out…so get your tickets today!

Michael Flatley, creator and director of this award-winning international dance phenomenon, proved his vision that hearts and minds, united through music and dance, cross all traditional boundaries. His Lord of the Dance continues to shatter box office records all over the world, leaving audiences breathless and clamoring for more.

Described by the New York Post as "fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining," and by the Los Angeles Times as "a showpiece extravaganza," Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers' bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting.

Come celebrate 50 years of Doo Wop with Kenny Vance and The Planotones, and very special "Secret" guests. Kenny Vance and The Planotones open up their 'basement' rehearsal studio for an intimate evening of song and stories spanning Vance's illustrious 50-year career and the music that has been its unique soundtrack including "Looking For An Echo", "Cara Mia", "She Cried", "Only In America" and more. It is a story only Kenny Vance and The Planotones can tell with a historical perspective framed by a multi-faceted career that began on the Brooklyn street corners and rose through Jay and The Americans, The Brill Building, Vance's stint as musical director on Saturday Night Live, and numerous film-driven classics such as Eddie and The Cruisers, Hairspray and the movie in which The Planotones were born, American Hot Wax.

Kenny Vance and The Planotones are among today's great vocal pop musicians. The group, Kenny Vance, Johnny Gale, Kurt "Frenchy" Yahjian, Jimmy Bense, keyboardist Chip Degaard, and Tony Gallino on Drums, redefine oldies with vocal authority and freshness. As exemplified by their signature song "Looking For
An Echo", their material is influenced by the music of the 50's and 60's, but they consistently bring a unique and musically sophisticated point of view. In this sense they are classicists, opening the eyes of a new generation to a rich historical musical style. With their cool and sultry musical approach, they give a gift to those who are discovering them for the first time! In 2002, Kenny Vance was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall Of Fame. In 2007, he was inducted into the Long Island Music Hall Of Fame in conjunction with the release of "Countdown To Love ". And with them are very special "secret" guests... celebrating their own 50th Anniversary, who had a number one hit, "You Belong To Me"... can you guess who they are? Don't miss this special night as we celebrate 50 years of the best music in music history.

Winner of the 2 Emmys, 3 Grammies, the Mark Twain Prize For Humor, and the Peabody Award, Bob Newhart's trademark "one-sided telephone conversations" are so well known, that he is the only man in America who could conduct his own interview. In fact, he's is perhaps the only man in the world who can talk to himself on the phone without people looking at him strangely.

Despite his age, Newhart continues to perform live before sellout audiences all over the country and the world. With routines he creates from today's newspapers in his unique style, and some of his early classic routines (which audiences demand he perform), Bob Newhart is still garnering critical raves and pleasing audiences at the same time.

Sponsored in part by Mike and Mimi Brown / Harbor Community Bank.

Two of the highest profile keyboardists in contemporary jazz join together for a completely unique pairing. Playing two acoustic grand pianos, Benoit and Culbertson will perform some of their best known compositions along with original music they've collaborated on specifically for this project. Combining these two very distinctive styles in an acoustic setting will make for a new and exciting concert experience sure to ignite some unexpected sparks!

Brian Culbertson is a smooth jazz musician and instrumentalist from Decatur, Illinois, United States. Son of jazz band director and trumpeter Jim Culbertson, Brian's instruments include the keyboard and trombone. Heavily influenced by funk, much of Culbertson's material is funk-based instrumental, but in recent years has called upon vocalists such as Trey Lorenz, Kenny Lattimore, Will Downing, Faith Evans, and Avant, to add to his pieces.

David Benoit is an American jazz fusion / contemporary jazz pianist, composer and producer, who is from Los Angeles, California. He has been nominated for five Grammy Awards. His GRP debut album Freedom At Midnight was his biggest seller and most popular album. Benoit also says that it was his favorite album to produce, because it was when "everything came together," as he stated in an interview on smoothviews.com.

Debbie Reynolds, America's Sweetheart, continues to revive, renew, and live life to the maximum. This singer, dancer, actress has been entertaining us for over six decades, and is still fresh and light. She always leaves audiences wanting more!

Despite her humble beginnings, through the years Reynolds' versatility as an actress has won her the respect of her colleagues and the affection of audiences who know her from her countless appearances in movies, stage, and TV. She is best remembered for her roles in Singin' in the Rain and for her Oscar-nominated portrayal of The Unsinkable Molly Brown. Simultaneously, Reynolds has appeared in numerous TV shows such as Will & Grace, Perry Mason, and The Love Boat. Her personality took center-stage on such shows as The Hollywood Squares and The Tonight Show with both Johnny Carson and Jack Paar.

Stage credits include Irene, The Debbie Reynolds Show, Annie Get Your Gun, Woman of the Year, and The Unsinkable Molly Brown.

This production of THE COLOR PURPLE, produced by Phoenix Entertainment ~ Joyful Noisemakers LLC, helmed by Stephen Kane and Michael McFadden, is the next phase in the life of the ground-breaking Broadway hit musical produced by Scott Sanders. The original Broadway musical opened on December 1, 2005, and was nominated for eleven Tony Awards®, including Best Musical. THE COLOR PURPLE ran for over two years on Broadway followed by a three year First National Tour.

THE COLOR PURPLE is based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the moving film by Steven Spielberg. It is the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who finds the strength to triumph over adversity, and discover her unique voice in the world. With a joyous, GRAMMY®-nominated score featuring gospel, jazz, pop and the blues, THE COLOR PURPLE is about hope and the healing power of love.

The history of Rock N' Roll would be incomplete without the innumerable contributions of Neil Sedaka. For over fifty years, Neil has written, performed, produced, and inspired countless songs, and his canon of compositions will continue to stand the test of time.

The song "Breaking Up Is Hard To Do" was re-released as a ballad in 1975, and made music history when it reached #1 on the charts, becoming the first song recorded in two different versions by the same artist to reach the Number One. During this time, Sedaka also helped to launch the career of the Captain and Tennille with their version of his "Love Will Keep Us Together," which won a Grammy® Award for Record of the Year for this worldwide, number one hit.

Formed in 2000 after Gary Mullen won ITV's 'Stars In Their Eyes' grand final with a record poll of 864,838 votes, more than double the runner up and the most votes ever received in the history of the show.
Along with his band 'The Works', Gary delivers the look, the sound, the pomp and the showmanship of arguably the greatest live band of all time.

Over the last decade One Night of Queen has toured non-stop around the world, performing at theatres, arenas and festivals to sell-out crowds in the UK, Germany, France, Holland, USA, New Zealand and South Africa.

So get ready to be upstanding and join us in a nostalgic return to Queen's heyday. We Will, We Will Rock You!

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