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It happened again last year. Night after night, audiences rose to their feet with standing ovations. Critics raved, heralding the work as some of the best Theatre in Chicago and in some cases “Better Than the Broadway Version.” Paramount’s Broadway Series took the theatre world by storm. Now the 2013-14 Season is bigger and better than ever. Experience it all from just $73.80-$99.80 per subscription.
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“REMARKABLE PRODUCTION… FREE EXCHANGES If you can’t make your show, simply call the box office to exchange to a FIDDLER SOARS different performance. EXACT SAME SEATS ABOVE THE ROOFTOPS” See all four shows from your subscriber seats you personally selected within your package. MARGARET EVA, CHICAGO CRITIC SUBSCRIBER DISCOUNTS Purchasing a subscription means you’ve now purchased 4 shows to the overall season and that entitles you to a 5% discount on every additional “ANOTHER “PARAMOUNT HAS A NEW TRADITION of producing show at the Paramount. You can get larger discounts (up to 15%) by only the most fantastic, beautiful, and impressive Broadway purchasing more shows along with your Broadway Subscription. PARAMOUNT shows in their equally adjective-laden historic theater. Once TRIUMPH” EARLY ACCESS TO TICKETS again, the Paramount has taken a seasoned Broadway show Subscribers purchase tickets to just-added shows before the general HEDY WEISS, CHICAGO SUN-TIMES and put new life in it.” MARISSA AMONI, DOWNTOWN AURORAN public–ensuring the best seats in the house.
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HEDY WEISS, CHICAGO SUN-TIMES SPECIAL OFFERS “My husband & I are 1st time series ticket holders & You’ll receive exclusive discount offers and packages during the year, such we just saw Annie last night & it was the most fantastic as buy one ticket, get one at half off. production we have ever seen. Congratulations to the “EXCEPTIONAL” actors, production crew & everyone associated with it. CHRIS JONES, CHICAGO TRIBUNE NO MATTER WHAT BROADWAY PACKAGE YOU Grease was also fantastic. Keep it up. You all are doing BUY, YOU’LL PAY THE LOWEST OF ANY MAJOR a terrific job.” DEBBIE R, SUBSCRIBER THEATRE SUBSCRIPTION IN ILLINOIS. “BETTER THAN THE CURRENT BROADWAY ANNIE ” THANK YOU TO BMO HARRIS BANK FOR THEIR STELLAR SUPPORT CHRIS JONES, CHICAGO TRIBUNE OF THE BROADWAY SERIES “Can’t recommend this show “WE CAME TO MUSIC MAN with the entire family, enough. May be the best including 3 kids, 2 parents and 2 grandparents. It was Fiddler I’ve EVER seen.” an unforgettable day and we all thank you for making it DEAN RICHARDS, WGN TV/RADIO possible.” SUSANNE P, SUBSCRIBER PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 1 IN THE HEIGHTS SEPTEMBER 11-OCTOBER 6
MUSIC AND LYRICS BY LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA TICKETS BOOK BY QUIARA ALEGRÍA HUDES $36.90-$49.90 CONCEIVED BY LIN-MANUEL MIRANDA DIRECTED BY RACHEL ROCKWELL SPONSOR (DIRECTOR OF PARAMOUNT’S ANNIE & THE MUSIC MAN)
CHICAGO DEBUT. This is the show that took Broadway by storm. Nominated for 13 Tony Awards, taking home 4 including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Choreography and Best Orchestration. It’s three days in the lives of residents living on 183rd Street in New York’s Washington Heights. A primarily Hispanic neighborhood, “The Heights” have strong family bonds and neighborhood ties that are equally as binding–but change is in the air that will impact everyone. It’s a story of dreams and sacrifices, loyalties and love, all taking place in one city block surrounded by millions.
This will be the show Chicago will be talking about this fall. It’s the pure energy of Washington Heights pulsing with the poetry of rap, soaring ballads and powerful Latin-inspired grooves resulting in one of the most original scores to hit Broadway in years. In a community on the brink of change, full of hopes and dreams, the biggest struggles can be deciding which traditions you take with you and which you leave in The Heights.
Rated PG.
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MUSIC BY CLAUDE-MICHEL SCHONBERG TICKETS LYRICS BY RICHARD MALTBY JR. & ALAIN BOUBLIL $36.90-$49.90 DIRECTED BY JIM CORTI (PARAMOUNT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR) SPONSOR FROM THE CREATORS OF LES MISERABLES comes one of the most epic stage productions of modern theatre. Miss Saigon is the riveting story of an American soldier who has fallen in love with a Vietnamese bargirl as the fall of Saigon is looming. Following a quick wedding and an evening of passion, the GI is forced to evacuate, pledging to return for his new bride. Years later, he learns his love escaped the country with their son he never knew… beginning a quest that will change everyone.
An emotionally-charged production, Miss Saigon is an experience filled with brilliant imagery, rich unforgettable orchestrations and lyrics, and a story that will pierce your being. Love, loss and the ultimate sacrifice… be a part of this remarkable production.
Rated PG-13 for adult themes and language.
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MUSIC BY HARRY WARREN TICKETS LYRICS BY AL DUBIN $36.90-$49.90 BOOK BY MICHAEL STEWART & MARK BRAMBLE BASED ON THE NOVEL BY BRADFORD ROPES SPONSORS ORIGINAL DIRECTION & DANCES BY GOWER CHAMPION DIRECTED BY RACHEL ROCKWELL (DIRECTOR OF PARAMOUNT’S ANNIE & THE MUSIC MAN)
IT’S THE CLASSIC STORY OF BROADWAY. Peggy leaves her small town to pursue her dreams in New York. While keeping the big city wolves at bay, she befriends the working class of the theatre world–the chorus–and lands a part on the line in the newest play Pretty Lady. But Broadway is full of heroes and villains on–and off–the stage, and Peggy encounters them all on her way to eventual stardom.
Filled with the biggest show-stopping tap numbers on Broadway, 42nd Street is a true spectacle with its gorgeous 1930s costumes, beautiful sets and hit after hit including “We’re in the Money,” “Lullaby of Broadway,” “Shuffle Off to Buffalo,” and of course the title number “42nd Street,” all led by the Paramount’s full orchestra.
Rated G.
ILLUSTRATION BY DAN COSGROVE
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BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS BY JONATHAN LARSON TICKETS MUSICAL ARRANGEMENTS BY STEVE SKINNER $36.90-$49.90 ORIGINAL CONCEPT/ADDITIONAL LYRICS BILLY ARONSON DIRECTED BY JIM CORTI (PARAMOUNT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR) SPONSOR POSSIBLY NO OTHER MUSICAL IN RECENT BROADWAY HISTORY RECEIVED SUCH ANTICIPATION FOR ITS OPENING than RENT. Rolling Stone, New York Times, Wall Street Journal and even the front cover of Newsweek all heralded RENT as THE modern musical of our time. It went on to win 4 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and a Pulitzer Prize.
Based on the experiences of creator Jonathan Larson – and loosely based on the opera La Boheme – RENT immerses you in the lives of 8 young artists and musicians living in New York’s bohemian Alphabet City. From a poet and a musician to a lawyer and a drag queen, their lives are intertwined as they fight to survive in the Big Apple and, in some cases, fight for their mortality against HIV. In the end, it’s friendship, love and the ability to maintain their individuality that keeps these souls together.
The music is a myriad of styles from rock and funk to gospel and heart-aching ballads, celebrating life and mourning mistakes. And when the curtain goes down, RENT will revitalize your soul.
Rated R: Includes strong adult language & themes. Not recommended for those under 18.
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SEASON KICK OFF PARTY FRIDAY, AUGUST 23 5-7 PM *CONCERT 8 PM SPONSOR HELP US CELEBRATE THE 2013-14 IN THE HEIGHTS SEASON with a party before the Happy SEPTEMBER 11-OCTOBER 6 Together concert. Your $10 ticket gets you in this annual event where you’ll DIRECTED BY RACHEL ROCKWELL sample mouth-watering cuisine from area DIRECTOR OF PARAMOUNT’S ANNIE & THE MUSIC MAN restaurants while you browse cool silent auction items. Space is limited and this CHICAGO DEBUT. Nominated for 13 Tony Awards and winner of Best Musical, Best event sells out. Cash Bar. Concert Ticket Score, Best Choreography and Best Orchestration. Spend three days in the primarily purchased separately. Hispanic neighborhood of Washington Heights, a community on the brink of change, where the residents have strong family bonds and neighborhood ties that are equally TICKETS $10 FOR PARTY as binding. In The Heights pulses with the poetry of rap, soaring ballads and powerful Latin-inspired grooves.
RATED PG TICKETS $36.90-$49.90
TERRY FATOR SPONSOR OCTOBER 12 8 PM
HE SINGS; HE DANCES; HE DOES STAND-UP COMEDY AND VENTRILOQUISM–and that’s all in just one performance! Terry Fator is one of The Strip’s premier entertainers and his audiences pack the Mirage’s Terry Fator Theatre nightly. Now Fator is bringing his crowd-pleasing act to Aurora – but for one night only! You’ll laugh, cheer and be amazed at Fator’s endless talents. He may come from Vegas, but it’s a sure bet you’re going to love Terry Fator!
TICKETS $99, $89, $79
SELECTED SHORTS HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR 2013 OCTOBER 13 3 PM AUGUST 23 8 PM IT’S AN UNFORGETTABLE AFTERNOON OF NARRATED STORIES THE COLOSSAL CONCERT EVENT RETURNS with some of your favorite acts from the READ BY ACTORS Denis O’Hare (True Blood, American Horror), Kate last tour and some new artists ready to take you back to the golden age of rock. Songs that Burton (Grey’s Anatomy, Rescue Me)and Kirsten Vangsness (Criminal used to play on your car radio and sound-tracked your favorite memories come alive again, Minds). Selected Shorts has played to sold-out crowds nationwide and right before your ears. The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie; Gary Puckett & Union Gap; has been called “heartwarming,” “compelling,” and “just down right Gary Lewis & The Playboys, and past members of Three Dog Night and Paul Revere & fun.” Go to ParamountAurora.com for more details. The Raiders join forces for a special evening of classic rock music. TICKETS $25 TICKETS $59.50
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WHETHER YOU’RE A PARENT OR JUST REMEMBER WHAT YOU PUT YOUR OWN PARENTS THROUGH, you’ll love this one-of-a-kind show. Momtourage features Caroline Rhea (Sabrina The Teenage Witch, The Caroline Rhea Show), Carol Leifer (Saturday Night Live, Seinfeld), and Kym Whitley (The Cleveland Show) who will have you roaring with laughter and nodding in empathy at stories of family life so funny and familiar that they might be your own. MISS SAIGON SPONSOR TICKETS $35 OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 24, 2013
DIRECTED BY JIM CORTI PARAMOUNT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
FROM THE CREATORS OF LES MISERABLES comes the riveting story of an American soldier and a Vietnamese bargirl during the fall of Saigon. Separated by war, the GI learns that his love escaped the country with the son he never knew…beginning a quest that will change everyone. An emotionally-charged production, Miss Saigon is an experience filled with brilliant imagery, rich orchestrations and lyrics, and a story that will pierce your being.
RATED PG-13 FOR ADULT THEMES AND LANGUAGE TICKETS $36.90-$49.90
GARRISON SPONSOR KEILLOR NOVEMBER 19 8 PM SPONSORS LARRY THE CABLE GUY LAKE WOBEGON’S MOST FAMOUS RESIDENT is on his OCTOBER 19 5 PM & 9 PM way down from the edge of the prairie to share a fun- filled evening of offbeat tales and oddball characters. BRASH, IRREVERENT AND ONE HUNDRED PERCENT BLUE Garrison Keillor is one of America’s national treasures, an COLLAR, Larry The Cable Guy is a stand-up comedian and radio personality unparalleled spinner of stories whose weekly radio show, with a style all his own. Whether recounting stories of his family or offering unique A Prairie Home Companion, has been on the air for nearly takes on all sorts of other topics, Larry will have you busting out of your overalls. four decades. For one night you can experience Keillor With only two shows at The Paramount on one hilarious evening, you won’t want to enrapture and entertain an audience as only he can. wait until the last minute to buy tickets! GIT-R-DONE! Don’t miss this rare chance to hear–AND see–a truly special live performer. RATED PG TICKETS $85, $65 TICKETS $55, $40
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THE COLORFUL AND EXCITING MUSIC AND DANCE TROUPE RETURNS to The Paramount CHRISTMAS WITH THE CELTS Theatre once again to dazzle audiences of all ages with traditional Mexican folkloric DECEMBER 18 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM performance. The choreography and costuming are all drawn from the richest and most vibrant heritage and customs of Mexico, and the dancers are renowned across the nation for their talent, grace, and artistry. You’ll tap your feet, you’ll clap your hands, you’ll feel GIVE YOURSELF AND THE FAMILY AN EARLY HOLIDAY GIFT. It’s high-energy, fast-dancing your spirits rise and your eyes light up when you witness Ballet Folklorico! Christmas with music from the green and rocky lands of Ireland and Scotland. For over 15 years the Celts have traveled the world playing the passionate songs of their homeland with TICKETS $25 ADULTS, $18 CHILDREN 12 & UNDER a pop twist, including both fiery traditionals and the hits of beloved contemporary artists like Van Morrison and The Chieftains. Now, they bring their world-class talent and witty banter to Aurora for the holiday season. Reserve your seats now…but once the music starts, don’t expect to stay in them! SPONSOR TICKETS $35, $30 A CHRISTMAS CAROL DECEMBER 7 AT 2 & 6 PM DECEMBER 8 AT 1 & 5 PM SPECIAL DAYTIME PERFORMANCES DECEMBER 9 AT 9 AM & NOON
BY CHARLES DICKENS ADAPTED BY CHARLES JONES
THE HOLIDAY TRADITION RETURNS TO LIFE at The Paramount in a magical, surprising THE SECOND CITY’S NUT- SPONSOR new production featuring lively music, gorgeous CBK GLOBAL dancing, and breathtaking costumes. In Dickens’ CRACKING HOLIDAY REVUE ENTERPRISES classic, miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the DECEMBER 6-22 spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Future, and given the chance to redeem himself to his YOU’VE SEEN SOME OF THEIR BRIGHTEST STARS IN TV AND MOVIES, and now the fellow man. This is a Christmas Carol that makes a comedians of Chicago’s world-famous Second City return to the intimate 216-seat perfect holiday outing for the whole family. Copley Theatre with their usual brand of irreverent humor–and a different sort of holiday cheer. This troupe will put grins on your face and laughs in your belly with their TICKETS $35 ADULTS, whip-smart improvisation, hilarious and offbeat songs, and a willingness to skewer any $25 CHILDREN 12 & UNDER topic you can name. Last season’s revue sold out nearly every show, so buy tickets now if $14 FOR DECEMBER 9 PERFORMANCES you don’t want to be left out in the cold.
TICKETS $35 LOCATION THE 216-SEAT COPLEY THEATRE IS LOCATED IN NORTH ISLAND CENTER DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE PARAMOUNT THEATRE.
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MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER SPONSOR CHRISTMAS BY CHIP DAVIS DECEMBER 14 4 PM & 8 PM
FOR OVER 25 YEARS the American Christmas season has included the musical arrange- SPONSORS ments and uplifting harmonies of Mannheim Steamroller. They’re considered the premier 42ND STREET choral interpreter of Yuletide standards, and this December you can experience this beloved JANUARY 15-FEBRUARY 9 act live with your whole family, led by group founder Chip Davis. Let Mannheim Steam- roller get you in the holiday mood. DIRECTED BY RACHEL ROCKWELL DIRECTOR OF PARAMOUNT’S ANNIE & THE MUSIC MAN TICKETS $69, $59 IT’S THE CLASSIC STORY OF BROADWAY. Peggy leaves her small town to pursue her dreams in New York, encountering heroes and villains on–and–off the stage. She befriends the working class of the theatre world–the chorus–and lands a part on the line, eventually BILL BLAGG rising to stardom. Filled with the biggest show-stopping tap numbers on Broadway, 42nd DECEMBER 28 1:30 PM & 8 PM Street is a true spectacle with its gorgeous costumes, beautiful sets, and hit after hit, all performed by the Paramount’s full orchestra. EVEN THE MOST SKEPTICAL AUDIENCE WILL HAVE TO THINK TWICE about believing what they see when RATED G they watch the magic of Bill Blagg. A spellbinding stage TICKETS $36.90-$49.90 performer, Blagg has thrilled and flabbergasted scores of people, and now you can see this consummate entertainer for yourself. Be sure to buy your tickets early…because if you blink, they’re going to vanish.
TICKETS $35 ADULTS, $25 FOR CHILDREN 12 & UNDER
PIANO MEN: SPONSORS A TRIBUTE TO ELTON SPONSOR JOHN & BILLY JOEL THE MIDTOWN MEN NEW YEAR’S EVE SPECIAL VALENTINE’S DAY DECEMBER 31 6 PM & 10 PM PERFORMANCE FEBRUARY 14 1:30 PM & 8 PM IT’S THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE to two of the greatest singer/ songwriters of our time by Craig Meyer and Donnie Kehr, THE ORIGINAL STARS OF BROADWAY’S RUNAWAY HIT Jersey Boys take The Paramount two of the best tribute artists in the country. You’ll spend stage with a whole new musical act that celebrates the music of the 1960s. The Midtown the night singing your heart out and dancing in the aisles as Men branch out from songs by the Four Seasons to bring you more sensational music by these two amazing performers take the stage together with The Beatles, The Beach Boys and the best artists from Motown. More than just a tribute, their pianos. 10 pm performance includes champagne toast this performance will show you–or remind you–of what it was like to see those ground- and party favors. breaking artists live onstage.
TICKETS $55 TICKETS $55, $45
16 BOX OFFICE 630-896-6666 PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 17 VOCA PEOPLE THE PEKING ACROBATS APRIL 19 8 PM FEBRUARY 16 5 PM YOU’VE NEVER SEEN OR HEARD ANYTHING QUITE LIKE THE VOCA PEOPLE–at least not on this planet! Hailing from the faraway world of Voca, these alien ambassadors descend RENOWNED FOR THEIR GRACE, ARTISTRY AND FEATS of seemingly impossible physical upon The Paramount Theatre to communicate through the universal language of music. daring, the Peking Acrobats are a marvel to behold. Watch these talented performers Featuring a capella singing, beat box, vocal mimicry, and more, it’s an experience that’s climb, flip, and fly their way into The Paramount Theatre on their journey to astound out of this world and perfect for the whole family. audiences everywhere. Your whole family will be enthralled by this amazing display! TICKETS $40, $35 TICKETS $35 ADULTS, $25 FOR CHILDREN 12 & UNDER
RENT SPONSOR MARCH 12- APRIL 6
DIRECTED BY JIM CORTI PARAMOUNT ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
POSSIBLY NO OTHER MUSICAL IN RECENT BROADWAY HISTORY received such celebration after its very first performance than RENT. Heralded as THE modern musical of our time, it went on to win 4 Tony Awards and a Pulitzer Prize. Based on the experiences of creator Jonathan Larson and the opera La Boheme, RENT immerses 3 REDNECK TENORS you in the lives of 8 young artists and MAY 16 8 PM musicians living in the Lower East Side as they struggle with friendship, love, mortali- BRAVISSIMO, Y’ALL! The 3 Redneck Tenors are a multiple-NASCAR pileup of highbrow ty, and individuality. When the curtain goes and lowbrow, combining the chicken-fried culture of the Deep South with the virtuoso down, RENT will revitalize your soul. vocalizations of classical music and opera. Billy Joe, Billy Bob and Billy Billee may just RATED R: INCLUDES STRONG ADULT be a trio of good ol’ boys, but they can hit the high notes as easily as they can chug down LANGUAGE & THEMES. NOT a six pack of lite beer. You’ll follow their adventures from the family hog pen to Carnegie RECOMMENDED FOR UNDER 18. Hall, as the whole world discovers the amazing voices within the muddy overalls. TICKETS $36.90-$49.90 TICKETS $40
18 BOX OFFICE 630-896-6666 PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 19 THE KING, THE KILLER & CASH SPONSOR MAY 17 4 PM & 8 PM $1 CLASSIC MOVIE SPONSOR STARRING THREE INCREDIBLE TRIBUTE ARTISTS from Million Dollar Quartet. Sun MONDAYS Studios in Memphis launched the careers and provided the soundtrack for its three EVERY MONDAY 7 PM biggest stars: Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash. Hailed as the “birthplace” DOORS 6:30 PM, SHOW 7 PM of Rock & Roll, the music of Sun Studios is the spotlight of this musical tribute to those amazing artists. EVERY MONDAY YOU CAN EXPERIENCE SOME OF THE BEST FILMS IN MOVIE HISTORY ON THE GIANT SCREEN TICKETS $45, $35 in The Paramount Theatre. From Horror to Comedy, from Romance to Sci-Fi, we’ve got your flicks. Plus, enjoy fresh popcorn, a fully stocked bar serving beverages for all ages, a two-story screen and the latest in projection systems. It’s the perfect, most affordable family outing you can get. Go to ParamountAurora.com or stop by the Box Office for a full schedule.
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IMAGINATION MOVERS SPONSOR MAY 18 11:30 AM & 2:30 PM
THEY’RE THE HOTTEST LIVE KID’S SHOW ON DISNEY JUNIOR and their concerts are unmatched. You’ll be singing, dancing, laughing, learning, and most importantly, you’ll be doing it with your kid or kids. This show creates a lifetime of memories.
TICKETS $29 ADULTS, $20 FOR CHILDREN 12 & UNDER
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MATHEMAGIC MY HEART IN A SUITCASE A BRADLEY FIELDS PRODUCTION AN ARTSPOWER PRODUCTION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 9:30 AM & NOON THURSDAY, APRIL 24 9:30 AM & NOON This magic show, complete with music, costumes, comedy, Life in Germany is deteriorating quickly for the Jews. and illusions, teaches kids the first “magicians” were really The Lehmann family no longer feels safe in their in fact mathematicians! A fun, audience participation home. To protect their daughter, Anne, Mr. and Mrs. format tricks kids into practicing math facts and problem- Lehmann face the possibility of having to say goodbye solving and challenges students of different ages and forever. For grades 4-8. abilities. 9:30 show for grades K-3. Noon show for grades 4-8. RUNTIME 60 MINS TICKETS $8.50 RUNTIME 60 MINS TICKETS $8.50
HENRY & MUDGE A THEATREWORKS PRODUCTION PETER PAN WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4 9:30 AM & NOON A THEATREWORKS PRODUCTION FRIDAY, MAY 9 9:30 AM & NOON Moving can be tough, but Henry soon finds a playmate in a 182-pound canine buddy named Mudge. Come for The classic story of Wendy, John and Michael who a ride on the adventures of Henry and Mudge, and watch meet Peter Pan in their nursery. Intrigued by tales of a as Henry discovers the important responsibilities of taking place filled with pirates, mermaids, fairies and the Lost care of a dog and the friends they meet along the way. For Boys, they set off for Never Land in the adventure of a grades PreK - 3. lifetime. For grades 1-5.
RUNTIME 60 MINS TICKETS $8.50 RUNTIME 60 MINS TICKETS $8.50 A CHRISTMAS CAROL A NEBRASKA THEATRE CARAVAN IMAGINATION MOVERS PRODUCTION MAY 18 11:30 AM & 2:30 PM MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 9:00 AM & NOON THEY’RE THE HOTTEST LIVE KID’S SHOW ON DISNEY It wouldn’t be Christmas without the favorite, classic tale JUNIOR and their concerts are unmatched. You’ll of A Christmas Carol. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on his be singing, dancing, laughing, learning, and most journey into past, present and future to learn the true importantly, you’ll be doing it with your kid or kids. meaning of Christmas. For all ages. This show creates a lifetime of memories.
RUNTIME 2 HRS 20 MINS TICKETS $14 TICKETS $29 ADULTS, $20 FOR CHILDREN 12 & UNDER THE RED SKY’S THE GREAT MOUNTAIN A HOLDEN & ARTS PRODUCTION TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 9:30 AM & NOON THESE PRESENTATIONS ARE SUPPORTED BY Inspired by the story Jumping Mouse, this action-packed the Performing Arts Fund, a program of Arts play is centered around Nuna. Hearing the Great Midwest funded by the National Endowment Mountain’s cries, Nuna sets out to heal the grieving for the Arts, which believes that a great nation environment. The experience invites young audiences to deserves great art. recognize their potential to make a difference to the future of our planet. For grades K-6. WITH ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS FROM Illinois Arts Council, General Mills Foundation, and Land O’Lakes Foundation. RUNTIME 60 MINS TICKETS $8.50 22 BOX OFFICE 630-896-6666 PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 23 INFO YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOUR SHOW
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BOX OFFICE HOURS Monday-Saturday 10 am-6 pm, or until performance starts on show days. Also open two hours prior to show time on Sundays. Call 630-896-6666. ACCESSIBILITY THE CITY THAT DOESN’T SLEEP… Assisted Hearing devices and wheelchair seating are available upon request. Please notify the box office of any wheelchair needs before placing your order. Call 630-896-6666. NEW YORK, NEW YORK! TRIPS MAY 16-19 AND JUNE 6-9 LATE SEATING DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND, WE’RE GOING TWICE IN 2014! Once the performance starts, latecomers will be seated in the back of the theater, if seating is available. If the appropriate time presents itself, an usher will relocate guests to their ticketed seats IT’S BRIGHT LIGHTS AND TAXIS. Bustling sidewalks and skyscrapers that never end. It’s that during the show or guests will have to wait until intermission to access their seats. unmistakable energy that is New York, and we’re heading to the Big Apple to experience it all.
DISCOUNTS It’s Broadway at its best when we see three of NY’s hottest shows. You’ll tour the famous Radio City Music Hall and NBC Studios. At night, you’ll dine at some of New York’s hottest Seniors (62 & older), active military and military veterans receive a $2 discount on regularly eateries. In the morning, you’ll wake up in the heart of it all–the Westin Hotel in Times priced single tickets to Broadway shows. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Square. And, with our NY connections, we’ll have a few surprises in store. This unforgettable Proper ID providing proof of age or service is required. Based on availability. experience includes round-trip airfare, three Broadway shows, two NY City tours, breakfast and dinner–all for one low price. For more information, contact Laura at 630-723-2485 or COLLEGE STUDENT DISCOUNTS [email protected]. SPACE IS LIMITED. Currently enrolled college students can purchase “Day Of” Paramount Broadway Series tickets for $10, based on availability. Must purchase tickets in person at the Paramount Box Office. Must be currently enrolled in college and have a current & active college & photo ID to qualify. Offer only good on day of Broadway performances. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. BRING YOUR GROUP & SAVE PARKING N CITY RiverEdge Train EW LOT Hollywood Park Station S CITY You arrange the group, we’ll take care of Valet parking is available for LOT Casino Lot Casino do not park the rest. That means we offer: a fee by lining up on Stolp New York St between River and Galena. • DISCOUNTS STARTING FOR GROUPS OF LOT
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This order form is for the entire Broadway Series, all 4 shows. STEP 1: Please note, the Series has expanded to 4 Weeks starting with the 2013-14 Season.
If you are a Broadway Series Subscriber, proceed to STEP 3. PLEASE INDICATE YOUR PREFERRED SUBSCRIPTION SERIES If you want to become a Broadway Subscriber NOW, proceed to STEP 2. 1st Choice If you want to purchase regular season shows only, proceed to STEP 3. WEEK DAY TIME PRICE 2nd Choice WEEK DAY TIME PRICE Using this chart, please choose the performance week, day and time you prefer to attend. Your choice will apply to all four of the subscription shows. For questions, please contact the Box A) # of subscriptions x Price each = A Office at 630-896-6666. Box Office is open Monday–Saturday, 10 am–6 pm or later on show B) # of subscriptions x $4 per Historic Preservation Fee = nights, until curtain time. B Please total both A&B lines for FINAL AMOUNT DUE = BROADWAY SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS PLEASE COMPLETE NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE AND EMAIL SERIES IN THE MISS 42ND REGULAR YOUR NO. DAY TIME HEIGHTS SAIGON STREET RENT PRICE PRICE Name (as it appears on credit card) Preview 1.1 Wed 1:30p 9/11/13 10/30/13 1/15/14 3/12/14 $147.6 0 $73.80 Address Preview 1.2 Wed 7:30p 9/11/13 10/30/13 1/15/14 3/12/14 $167.6 0 $83.80 City/State/Zip Preview 1.3 Thurs 7:30p 9/12/13 10/31/13 1/16/14 3/13/14 $167.6 0 $83.80 Preview 1.4 Fri 8:00p 9/13/13 11/1/13 1/17/14 3/14/14 $187.6 0 $93.80 Home Phone Cell Phone Regular 1.5 Sat 3:00p 9/14/13 11/2/13 1/18/14 3/15/14 $199.60 $99.80 Email Address WEEK 1 Regular 1.6 Sat 8:00p 9/14/13 11/2/13 1/18/14 3/15/14 $199.60 $99.80 Regular 1.7 Sun 1:00p 9/15/13 11/3/13 1/19/14 3/16/14 $199.60 $99.80 CHECK ENCLOSED PAYABLE TO PARAMOUNT THEATRE Regular 1.8 Sun 5:30p 9/15/13 11/3/13 1/19/14 3/16/14 $179.60 $89.80 Please charge: Visa Mastercard Discover AmEx Regular 2.1 Wed 1:30p 9/18/13 11/6/13 1/22/14 3/19/14 $159.60 $79.80 Card# Exp. Date / Regular 2.2 Wed 7:30p 9/18/13 11/6/13 1/22/14 3/19/14 $179.60 $89.80 Regular 2.3 Thurs 7:30p 9/19/13 11/7/13 1/23/14 3/20/14 $179.60 $89.80 Signature Regular 2.4 Fri 8:00p 9/20/13 11/8/13 1/24/14 3/21/14 $199.60 $99.80 Regular 2.5 Sat 3:00p 9/21/13 11/9/13 1/25/14 3/22/14 $199.60 $99.80 WEEK 2 Regular 2.6 Sat 8:00p 9/21/13 11/9/13 1/25/14 3/22/14 $199.60 $99.80 Regular 2.7 Sun 1:00p 9/22/13 11/10/13 1/26/14 3/23/14 $199.60 $99.80 FOUR EASY WAYS TO SUBSCRIBE Regular 2.8 Sun 5:30p 9/22/13 11/10/13 1/26/14 3/23/14 $179.60 $89.80
Regular 3.1 Wed 1:30p 9/25/13 11/13/13 1/29/14 3/26/14 $159.60 $79.80 CALL the Box Office at MAIL in the subscription form (above) Regular 3.2 Wed 7:30p 9/25/13 11/13/13 1/29/14 3/26/14 $179.60 $89.80 630-896-6666. and payment to: Paramount Theatre, Regular 3.3 Thurs 7:30p 9/26/13 11/14/13 1/30/14 3/27/14 $179.60 $89.80 Attention Audience Services, 8 East Regular 3.4 Fri 8:00p 9/27/13 11/15/13 1/31/14 3/28/14 $199.60 $99.80 ON-LINE at ParamountAurora.com. Galena Blvd, Aurora, IL 60506 Regular 3.5 Sat 3:00p 9/28/13 11/16/13 2/1/14 3/29/14 $199.60 $99.80 Click on the Broadway Series at the WEEK 3 Regular 3.6 Sat 8:00p 9/28/13 11/16/13 2/1/14 3/29/14 $199.60 $99.80 top of the home page and follow the STOP BY the Box Office, located in Regular 3.7 Sun 1:00p 9/29/13 11/17/13 2/2/14 3/30/14 $199.60 $99.80 simple instructions to subscribe. With the lobby of the Paramount Theatre Regular 3.8 Sun 5:30p 9/29/13 11/17/13 2/2/14 3/30/14 $179.60 $89.80 a credit card and one click, you’re set at 23 East Galena Blvd, and purchase for the season. your subscription in person. Regular 4.1 Wed 1:30p 10/2/13 11/20/13 2/5/14 4/2/14 $159.60 $79.80 Regular 4.2 Wed 7:30p 10/2/13 11/20/13 2/5/14 4/2/14 $179.60 $89.80 Regular 4.3 Thurs 7:30p 10/3/13 11/21/13 2/6/14 4/3/14 $179.60 $89.80 Regular 4.4 Fri 8:00p 10/4/13 11/22/13 2/7/14 4/4/14 $199.60 $99.80 FRIENDS…FAMILY…COLLEAGUES… Regular 4.5 Sat 3:00p 10/5/13 11/23/13 2/8/14 4/5/14 $199.60 $99.80 WEEK 4 BRING THEM ALL Regular 4.6 Sat 8:00p 10/5/13 11/23/13 2/8/14 4/5/14 $199.60 $99.80 FOR GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE, PLEASE CONTACT MELISSA AT 630-723-2461 Regular 4.7 Sun 1:00p 10/6/13 11/24/13 2/9/14 4/6/14 $199.60 $99.80 OR [email protected] Regular 4.8 Sun 5:30p 10/6/13 11/24/13 2/9/14 4/6/14 $179.60 $89.80
26 BOX OFFICE 630-896-6666 *PLEASE NOTE: SOME SHOW TIMES HAVE CHANGED FOR THE 2013-2014 SEASON PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 27 STEP 3: CHOOSE YOUR SHOWS
THE MORE YOU BUY, THE MORE YOU SAVE. General Season Subscribers receive discounts based on the number of shows purchased. Below is the discount structure. PURCHASE 4-5 DIFFERENT SHOWS - RECEIVE 5% DISCOUNT (X .05) PURCHASE 6-7 DIFFERENT SHOWS - RECEIVE 10% DISCOUNT (X .10) PURCHASE 8 OR MORE SHOWS - RECEIVE 15% DISCOUNT (X .15) • If you are a current 2013-14 Broadway Series Subscriber, your 4 Broadway tickets count towards a General Season Subscription and qualify you for the 5% discount. • Discount will also be applied to future 2013-14 ticket purchases. • Discount does not apply to Broadway Series subscription, weekday morning children’s shows, RiverEdge Park concerts, special events and Classic Movie Mondays, and MUST be ticketed through the Box Office. • Please fill in the information for the shows you want to see and total your discount at the bottom. • Please remember to include the $1 per ticket Historic Preservation Fee.
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PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM CALCULATE FEES (INCLUDE BROADWAY IN YOUR TOTAL) STEP 2 SUBTOTAL TOTAL MAIL ORDER FORMS TO: TICKET SALES ONLY COVER A PORTION OF SHOW COSTS DONATION PARAMOUNT THEATRE PLEASE CONSIDER A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE DONATION ATTN. BOX OFFICE 8 E. GALENA BLVD., SUITE 230 GRAND TOTAL AURORA, IL 60506
28 BOX OFFICE 630-896-6666 PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 29 YOUR BACKYARD PETER SPONSORS AWAY FROM HOME FRAMPTON’S GUITAR CIRCUS AUGUST 16, 2013 6:30-10:30 PM
WHAT DO YOU CALL IT WHEN YOU PUT A SLIDE GUITAR LEGEND, A BLUES GUITAR LEGEND AND A ROCK GUITAR LEGEND TOGETHER FOR ONE NIGHT? You call it musical heaven…you call it Frampton’s Guitar Circus.
The evening kicks off with Sonny Landreth, then BB King takes over and Peter Frampton closes out this amazing night. It’s simple. If you love music, if you love guitar, then do not miss this night.
TICKETS: $55 PREFERRED BENCH/$35 GENERAL ADMISSION SPECIAL VIP PACKAGE INCLUDES MERCHANDISE, FRONT TICKETS AND MEET-N-GREET $150
OFFICIAL RADIO STATION OF FRAMPTON’S GUITAR CIRCUS AT RIVEREDGE PARK
THE PINK FLOYD EXPERIENCE AUGUST 17, 2013 8 PM
RIVEREDGE PARK AFTER SEVEN YEARS OF PLANNING, RiverEdge Park PINK FLOYD REVOLUTIONIZED CONCERTS. You didn’t just go to a show, you went to a SEASON SPONSORS opened its inaugural season with the 17th Annual Blues full sensory experience. The lasers, the music, the imagery, even the flying pig were all on the Fox Festival and has been entertaining crowds parts to serve a greater good – a standard that still stands today. The Pink Floyd Experi- ever since. From Rock, Blues, and Country legends to ence has spent years perfecting the art of creating that exact concert experience for new one of the biggest stars of Broadway, music lovers have and old Floyd fans alike. If you’ve never seen Floyd, this is your chance to understand experienced magical nights of amazing music along the what everyone talks about. If you’ve seen Floyd, then you already know why you should beautiful Fox River in Aurora. see this show–“we’re just two lost souls swimming in a fish bowl year-after-year.”
There’s plenty of great music still ahead. Experience the TICKETS $60 SKY DECK – INCLUDES CONCERT; ALL YOU CAN EAT & DRINK; PRIVATE BAR; one-of-a-kind, acoustically perfect majesty of the John C. PRIVATE BATHROOMS; KILLER VIEW Dunham Concert Pavilion. Experience RiverEdge Park. $35 PREFERRED BENCH/$20 GENERAL ADMISSION
30 BOX OFFICE 630-896-6666 PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT PARAMOUNTAURORA.COM 31 TWO BROTHERS BRUCE HORNSBY & CONCERT SERIES THE NOISEMAKERS AUGUST 24, 2013 8:30 PM
TWENTY FIVE YEARS AFTER WINNING A BEST NEW ARTIST GRAMMY and launching one of contemporary music’s most diverse and collaborative careers, Bruce Hornsby is still, blissfully, making joyful noise–and finding clever, expansive ways to chronicle the dynamic musical snapshots along the journey.
TICKETS $100 SKY DECK – INCLUDES CONCERT; ALL YOU SPONSOR BRIDGIT MENDLER & R5 CAN EAT FROM 6-9 PM & FIVE COMPLIMENTARY AUGUST 18, 2013 6 PM BEVERAGES; PRIVATE BAR; PRIVATE BATHROOMS; KILLER VIEW / $30 GENERAL ADMISSION DISNEY STARS BRIDGIT MENDLER AND R5 HIT THE STAGE AT RIVEREDGE PARK for a show you CANNOT MISS! It’s your ONLY chance in Chicagoland to see LIVE and IN-PERSON these two Radio Disney Music Award nominees in one amazing, crazy-fun night. Don’t miss your chance to be one of the lucky GET THE LED OUT: SPONSOR ones with tickets. Get ‘em before they’re sold out! THE AMERICAN TICKETS $95 SKY DECK – INCLUDES CONCERT; ALL YOU CAN EAT & DRINK; LED ZEPPELIN PRIVATE BAR; PRIVATE BATHROOMS; KILLER VIEW AUGUST 30, 2013 8 PM $45 PREFERRED BENCH/$30 GENERAL ADMISSION PAGE, PLANT, BONHAM AND JONES WERE ONE OF THE GREAT- EST ROCK-N-ROLL BANDS OF ALL TIME. From the screaming guitars and haunting harmonica riffs to those soul-piercing lyrics, Get the LED Out is the closest thing you will ever come to seeing A DOWNTOWN ALIVE Zeppelin in concert. Get your Houses of the Holy concert shirts MUSIC SERIES CONCERT out, Get the LED Out is coming to Aurora. TICKETS ONLY $8 GENERAL ADMISSION
SPONSOR FULL MOON SPONSORS FEVER: JOAN A TRIBUTE TO SEBASTIAN TOM PETTY & THE HEARTBREAKERS & RAMÓN AUGUST 23, 2013 8 PM AYALA THEY’RE THE BEST TOM PETTY TRIBUTE BAND THERE IS, SEPTEMBER 13, 2013 and they’re coming to RiverEdge Park. With bang-on SHOW 7 PM, GATES 6 PM sound and the same raw energy you experience at a live Petty concert, these guys rock! They’ve packed concerts JOAN SEBASTIAN IS A LIVING LATIN LEGEND, a winner of across the U.S. and Canada with all the coolest Petty hits numerous Grammys with legions of fans worldwide. Ramón you love like “American Girl,” “Don’t Do Me Like That,” Ayala has recorded more than 105 albums and reinvented “Free Falling,” “I Won’t Back Down,” “Stop Draggin’ My the Norteño genre over his illustrious career. Now, for one Heart Around” and more. Diehard fans will still be High amazing evening, the two take the stage…make that three. in the Morning from the killer time they had at the show. Joan will be bringing his horse, who is as famous as he is. Don’t miss it. TICKETS $125 SKY DECK, $95 RESERVED SEATING, TICKETS ALL TICKETS ONLY $5 GENERAL ADMISSION $50 GENERAL ADMISSION
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