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Embargoed until Fri, May 11, 2018 Media Contact: Sarah Nesbit [email protected] 972-744-4612 or 972-261-4066 CHARLES W. EISEMANN CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES “EISEMANN CENTER PRESENTS” LINEUP FOR 2018-2019 SEASON RICHARDSON, TX – The Eisemann Center and the City of Richardson announced the 2018-2019 Season of Eisemann Center Presents (ECP) at the Annual Season Preview Party on Thursday, May 10, 2019. The season includes our two full subscription series: Jeffrey Siegel’s Keyboard Conversations® with a total of four concerts; and the Family Theatre Series with four productions and the accompanying immersive children’s program Eisemann Extras. In addition we have 11 Music & Dance performances featuring a diverse mix of programming and artists; five Theatre & Comedy productions with 18 performances, including new works by returning artists Jaston Williams, Steve Solomon and Pat Hazell along with four Family & Broadway Specials productions with eight performances. MUSIC & DANCE GRAEME JAMES / Thu, Oct. 11, 2018 at 7:30 pm Born in Nelson, New Zealand, GRAEME JAMES started playing violin in the Netherlands as a seven year old with the desire to become a classical concert violinist. He pursued this goal throughout high school as well as branching out into folk and Celtic music, playing fiddle and singing in his family’s folk band at local events. It was while he was at university that he put down the violin and started learning other instruments, the most significant of which being the acoustic guitar, which enabled him to start writing and playing his own songs. In 2010, he bought a loop pedal which would finally allow him to combine and layer the various instruments that create his unique sound. A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION OF HOPE AND UNITY / Tue, Dec. 11, 2018 at 7:30 pm Featuring Sonos Handbell Ensemble with Frederica von Stade and the Dallas Street Choir Join us for this very special holiday musical event featuring the world-renowned SONOS HANDBELL ENSEMBLE and famed mezzo-soprano FREDERICA VON STADE. Along with the featured artists, the DALLAS STREET CHOIR, which is comprised of those experiencing homelessness, will bring their inspirational talents to this magical family concert. THE TEN TENORS – HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS / Tue, Dec. 18, 2018 at 7:30 pm THE TEN TENORS are undoubtedly one of Australia’s most successful touring entertainment groups of all time, with more than 90 million people worldwide witnessing their unmistakable charm, camaraderie and vocal power. Following 17 years of sell-out performances across the globe, including more than 2000 of their own headline concerts, THE TEN TENORS have cemented their place as one of the worlds most loved classically based contemporary music groups. HERMAN’S HERMITS Starring PETER NOONE / Fri, Jan. 11, 2018 at 7:30 pm At the age of fifteen, Peter Noone achieved international fame as lead singer of the legendary Sixties pop band Herman’s Hermits. His classic hits included: “I’m Into Something Good” “Mrs. Brown, you’ve Got A Lovely Daughter,” “I’m Henry VIII, I Am,” “Silhouettes,” and many more. Ultimately, HERMAN’S HERMITS sold over sixty million recordings. Accompanied by his band, HERMAN’S HERMITS, Noone consistently plays to sold-out venues the world over. He has a legion of faithful fans (known as “Noonatics”) whose loyalty is unparalleled. -More- 2351 Performance Dr. • Richardson, TX 75082-4332 • www.eisemanncenter.com • Ticket Office 972.744.4650 Page 2 – Eisemann Center Presents 2018-2019 BUMPER JACKSONS / Fri, Feb. 1, 2019 at 7:30 pm The BUMPER JACKSONS are hot and sweet, painting America's story from the seductive sounds of New Orleans to the hollers of the Appalachian Mountains. Folding together early styles of jazz, blues, and country swing, BUMPER JACKSONS strike a bold yet elegant balance between paying homage to the traditions and fashioning their own unique, DIY sound. The BUMPER JACKSONS’ hard-driving energy brings you into the center of a party where everyone's invited and the dance floor never sleeps. PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY / Sat, Feb. 9, 2019 at 7:30 pm Returning to the Eisemann Center for a ninth appearance, the PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY, established in 1954, is a national treasure and one of the world’s most sought-after dance troupes. Mr. Taylor has become an American cultural icon, a living legend, and one of history’s most celebrated artists. His dancers travel the globe, bringing his ever- burgeoning repertoire to theaters and venues of every size and description. SAMMY MILLER AND THE CONGREGATION / Thu, Feb. 21, 2019 at 7:30 pm Grammy nominated drummer SAMMY MILLER has become known for his relentless focus on making music that “feels good” as a drummer, singer, and bandleader. Upon completing his Master’s at The Juilliard School, Sammy formed his ensemble, THE CONGREGATION. As a band they are focused on sharing the power of community through their music—joyful jazz. This is the third return engagement for SAMMY MILLER AND THE CONGREGATION due to popular demand. ARLO GUTHRIE – ALICE’S RESTAURANT BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND TOUR Featuring Sarah Lee Guthrie / Fri, Feb. 22, 2019 at 7:30 pm ARLO GUTHRIE has been known to generations as a prolific songwriter, social commentator, master storyteller, actor and activist. Back by popular demand, this tour is in celebration of the 50th anniversaries of the film Alice’s Restaurant, Woodstock…and 50 years of Flower Power. During the tour Guthrie will perform The Alice’s Restaurant Massacree in its entirety along with select songs from every full length studio album he’s released. THE HUNTS – DARLIN’ OH DARLIN’ / Fri, Mar. 15, 2019 at 7:30 pm Known for their harmony-laced take on alt-folk, THE HUNTS are a Chesapeake, Virginia-based band of seven siblings who’ve been playing music together almost their entire lives. Inspired by shared memories, THE HUNTS have created songs that capture heartache and wonder with a wide-eyed but wistful elegance. THE HUNTS hold true to a songwriting process that taps into each member’s unique strengths but remains intensely collaborative. That unified approach infuses their music with an irresistible richness of spirit and graceful simplicity. CALLAS IN CONCERT / Thu, Mar. 14, 2019 at 7:30 pm The Eisemann Center is proud to present the return of the original opera diva Maria Callas. Performing her greatest hits, accompanied on stage by the Richardson Symphony Orchestra, the internationally renowned musical sensation is set to return with CALLAS IN CONCERT - THE HOLOGRAM TOUR. Through cutting edge technology and extraordinary theatrical stagecraft, this first of its kind live concert brings the famed opera star back 40 years following her passing through breathtaking state-of-the-art digital and laser projection for a live full concert. THE YOUNG IRELANDERS – WILD ATLANTIC WAY TOUR / Sun, Mar. 17, 2019 at 3:00 pm Each and every year the Irish Cultural Academy brings together some of its finest exponents of Irish traditional music, song, and dance as part of one sensational group known as THE YOUNG IRELANDERS. These performers are still in their 20’s and are unique among their peers, in that they are all world and Irish national champions in their disciplines. This will be a fun St. Patrick’s Day Celebration for the entire family. -More- 2351 Performance Dr. • Richardson, TX 75082-4332 • www.eisemanncenter.com • Ticket Office 972.744.4650 Page 3 – Eisemann Center Presents for 2018-2019 THEATRE & COMEDY JASTON WILLIAMS IN CLEAR TO PARTLY CRAZY / Oct. 19-20, 2018 (Three performances) Announcing the premiere of Jaston Williams in his new one man show CLEAR TO PARTLY CRAZY, where he holds forth on subjects all Texans understand; cheerleading, tornadoes and certifiably insane blood relatives. Travel with him from grandstands, to storm cellars to the occasional mental institution, laughing all the way. This show contains mature content. FROM BROOKLYN TO BROADWAY IN ONLY 50 YEARS / Nov. 16-17, 2018 (Three Performances) An evening of hilarious comedy from Steve Solomon, author and star of one of the longest-running one-man comedies in Broadway history: My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m in Therapy. This will be a night of pure enjoyment as Steve, using his gift for acting, dialects and voices, brings to life 20 or more oddball people in hysterical situations that we all relate to…from family to friends…from TSA officers to Steve’s doctors…from BROOKLYN TO BROADWAY IN ONLY 50 YEARS! MY FUNNY VALENTINE with PAT HAZELL & DENA BLIZZARD / Feb. 15-18, 2019 (Four Performances) Join comedians Pat Hazell, one of the original writers for NBC’s Seinfeld and a veteran of The Tonight Show, and Dena Blizzard, as they come together for an evening of hilarious and heartwarming standup comedy. Topics include relationships, dating, parenting and family life, and there will be a chance to ask for free relationship advice as Pat and Dena answer questions from the audience. There is a special Valentine’s Day Date Night package with: two tickets to the Feb. 14 show, valet parking, dinner at Prelude Café with champagne and a post-show Meet & Greet with the artists for $200 per couple. This show contains mature content. THE BEST OF THE SECOND CITY / Feb. 28-Mar. 2, 2019 (Four Performances) This must-see show features the best sketches and songs from The Second City’s history made famous by superstars like Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Gilda Radner, Bill Murray and more−as well as their trademark improvisation. Come see where it all began during this special engagement. This production is presented in partnership with the UT Dallas School of Arts & Humanities. This show contains mature content.