Season Brochure 2020-2021
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SEASON BROCHURE 2020-2021 Ph ot o b y J er em y D an ie l Dear Patron, We hope you and your families are safe during these unprecedented times. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all that have been impacted by the COVID-19 Virus. We want to assure you that the RP Funding Center is committed to providing a clean and safe facility for our patrons and will continue to monitor the situation while adhering to the State of Florida, City of Lakeland and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines. Our staff will be following CDC safety guidelines including: the wearing of masks, practicing social distancing, regularly scheduled cleaning and disinfecting and the use of hand sanitation dispensers located throughout the facility. Nevertheless, whether you are attending one of our Broadway shows, conferences, or coming to the RP Funding Center for a meeting, we ask that you please follow the guidelines posted throughout the Center and available on our website to ensure a safe visit. We are excited to announce our upcoming 2020 – 2021 season of entertainment and to hopefully provide a sense of normalcy for everyone. The season is packed with Broadway, Variety, Comedy, Music and Holiday cheer. When deciding on this year’s selections, we encourage you to take advantage of the savings offered by our Broadway Series Subscription and our Build-A-Series package. Both options offer discounts and benefits all season long. Don’t forget to come out and support our professional sports teams; the Lakeland Magic of the NBA G-League and the Florida Tropics MASL indoor soccer team. Season ticket information will be posted on our website in the fall. In closing a note of thanks to our loyal partners, the City of Lakeland and the Ledger Media Group for their continued support. And finally, thank you to our patrons for your support in making the RP Funding Center Florida’s premiere destination for conventions, sports, lifestyle and entertainment. Sincerely, Anthony Camarillo Executive Director PARKING Parking is available for RP Funding Center guests in parking lots surrounding the facility. Parking fee is $10. Broadway Season subscribers must display their parking pass to obtain their complimentary parking. No refund will be given to subscribers who do not present their pass. ACCESSIBLE PARKING For events or performances at the facility you can conveniently park in the Red/Orange parking lot and enter through Entrance #2. This ground level entrance provides easier wheelchair and mobility scooter access. In case of inclement weather, all four entrances to the RP Funding Center are ADA accessible and may be used as drop-off or pick-up locations. Youkey Theatre guests that want to be dropped off are encouraged to use the drop-off and pick-up location off Orange Street at Entrance #4. Accessible parking has been added to the Purple lot conveniently located on Lime Street. PARKING FOR GROUPS The drop-off and pick-up for Group Buses is located at Entrance #4 on Orange Street. Bus staging will be across the street on Lime Street (Purple Lot) until it’s time to pick up at the end of the performance. S. Ohio W. Lemon Street Dako A ve. ta Av LINCOLN Sikes Blvd. e. PARKING GA T LO TE 7 W. Lemon Street ATT PLACE RED HY PARKING SIKES HALL LOT ENTRANCE 3 GROUP ENTRANCE / EXIT ange Street W. Or ORANGE ENTRANCE 2 ENTRANCE 4-UP) HALL GROUP /PICK PARKING EXHIBIT LOT (BUS & DROP-OFF ARENA Spring Hill JENKINS Suites YOUKEY TRE THEA ENTRANCE 1 Lime Street OFFICES TE 1 GA GREEN GA PARKING TE GA LOT 3 GA TE TE GA 5 6 TE GA 2 Lime Street TE PURPLE PARKING 4 LOT RPFUNDINGCENTER.COM 02 BROADWAY OVERVIEW Roald Dahl's Charlie and Buddy - The Buddy the Chocolate Factory Holly Story JANUARY 16, 2021 @ 7:30PM FEBRUARY 4, 2021 @ 7:30PM 03 TICKETS: 863-834-8111 BROADWAY SERIES SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS FOUR GREAT SHOWS—ONE AFFORDABLE PACKAGE Series Subscribers receive: $220 • Priority seating • 10% off pre-show dining • Special discounts on • Free parking PER PERSON special engagement ticket purchases Save $128 with a Broadway Series Subscription Package. YOU CAN’T STOP THE BEAT Photo: Norma Jean Roy Photo: BROADWAY’S TONY AWARD-WINNING BEST MUSICAL IS BACK Hairspray South Pacific MARCH 1, 2021 @ 7:30PM MARCH 31, 2021 @ 7:30PM RPFUNDINGCENTER.COM 04 P h BROADWAY o to b y J e r e m y D a n ie l JANUARY 16 7:30 PM ROALD DAHL'S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Willy Wonka is opening his marvelous and mysterious chocolate factory to audiences everywhere. Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Lakeland's golden ticket! It's the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination", "The Candy Man", and "I've Got a Golden Ticket”. Experience the wonders of Wonka like never before - get ready for Oompa-Loompas, incredible inventions, the great glass elevator, and more, more, more at this everlasting showstopper! We finally have a terrific show for everyone. Go see Charlie and the Chocolate Factory ~ I guarantee you will have a ball. - NPR 05 TICKETS: 863-834-8111 BROADWAY FEBRUARY 4 7:30 PM BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Now in its 30th amazing year, the "World's Most Successful Rock 'n' Roll Musical" continues to thrill audiences around the world. Viewed by more than 22 million people worldwide, BUDDY opened in London's West End in 1989, and has been seen on Broadway, throughout Canada, the U.S., Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Scandinavia, South Africa, the Netherlands and Singapore; winning numerous awards along the way. BUDDY tells the story of Buddy Holly through his short yet spectacular career, and features the classic songs, "That'll Be The Day," "Not Fade Away," "Oh Boy," Ritchie Valens' "La Bamba," The Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace" and many more! Terrific…Even the chandeliers start to swing. - Chicago Tribune RPFUNDINGCENTER.COM 06 BROADWAY MARCH 1 7:30 PM YOU CAN’T HAIRSPRAY STOP HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s Tony award-winning musical comedy phenomenon THE that inspired the blockbuster film and live television event, is back on tour! BEAT Join 16-year-old Tracy Turnblad in 1960’s Baltimore as she sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can a girl with big dreams (and even bigger hair) change the world? Featuring the beloved score of hit songs including “Welcome to the 60’s,” “Good Morning Baltimore,” “It takes Two,” and incorporating “Ladies Choice” from the musical film adaption, HAIRSPRAY is “fresh, winning, and deliriously tuneful!” (The New York Times) Photo: Norma Jean Roy Photo: If life were everything it should be, it would be more like BROADWAY’S TONY AWARD-WINNING BEST MUSICAL IS BACK Hairspray. It’s irresistible! - The New York Times 07 TICKETS: 863-834-8111 BROADWAY MARCH 31 7:30 PM SOUTH PACIFIC Love transcends the harsh realities of war and prejudice in this sweeping Pulitzer Prize-winning tale centered around two unlikely love affairs. Set on a tropical island during World War II, this timeless Rodgers & Hammerstein classic features some of the most beautiful music ever composed woven into an inspiring story cherished the world over. Winner of ten Tony Awards, the beloved score’s include “Some Enchanted Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” and “There is Nothin’ Like a Dame” amidst big, Broadway performances and a chorus of American sailors and Navy nurses ready to take you to Bali Ha’i. South Pacific speaks and sings to your heart in a way few shows today do. - Talkin' Broadway RPFUNDINGCENTER.COM 08 Bu i l d -A -Se r i e s MIX AND MATCH, PICK AND CHOOSE The possibilities are endless with our “Build-A-Series” Package designed for those who want to personalize their own theatrical experience! Select 3 or more shows from our season offerings and you’ll enjoy discounted ticket prices* and a 10% discount on pre-show dining. Flexible and personal, the “Build-A-Series” Package provides a fully customized approach, allowing you to build a theatre season that fits your schedule and budget! Complimentary parking passes are available on initial purchase of five or more shows. If purchasing additional shows, you may be eligible to receive additional parking passes. Please contact a box office representative for more information. "Build-A-Series" Packages are available at the box office only. Parking passes are non-replaceable. The "Build-A-Series" Package is only available for purchase through the RP Funding Center Box Office, so call 863-834-8111 and start building today! * All Broadway and Special Engagement shows are available for the "Build-A-Series" Package, but not all shows have a discounted ticket price. Sport Engagements are not available for inclusion in the package. Please contact the Box Office at 863-834-8111 for details. 09 TICKETS: 863-834-8111 Groups & Dining WE LOVE GROUPS At the RP Funding Center, Groups enjoy reduced ticket prices for most shows, early reservation options, and pre-show dining discounts. From Corporate Partners and Educational Organizations, Retirement and Residential Communities, to Scout Troops and Affinity Groups, we have options available to suit any group! • Special discounts available for groups of 10 or more* • Assistance with lodging, dining, and shopping information • Opportunities to pre-select seating prior to public on-sale • One FREE ticket for every 20 tickets purchased* • 10% discount on Center Stage pre-show dining, when available • One FREE bus parking pass per reservation for groups of 20 or more* For more information, contact our Group Sales Department at 863-834-8137 * Not applicable for all shows.