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IT’S THE ULTIMATE CELEBRATION of the teen years. Set in the hip 1950s, DON’T LET THE RED CURLS, freckles and dress fool you. "at adorable everyone has reported to class: Danny, Sandy, Frenchy, Rizzo, Kenickie and little girl is a true adventurer. She’s been abandoned as a baby, raised in an the rest of the Rydell student body. From the poodle skirts and slicked back orphanage, run away and lived with the homeless, befriended a United States’ hair, to the fast cars and faster life style, Grease isn’t just the word, it’s the President, and found a new home with one of the wealthiest people in the show that will have you dancing in your seat and singing in your car for days. country -- all in just 11 years. Featuring hit a!er hit including “Summer Nights,” “Beauty School Drop Bring the entire family and join Annie, and her pint-sized cohorts, on the Out,” “Hand Jive,” “You’re the One "at I Want,” and of course “Greased musical adventure of a lifetime. From “Hard Knock Life” to “Tomorrow,” the Lightnin’,” along with those big, glorious and action-#lled dance numbers, music, dancing and heartwarming story make this the perfect way to spend you’ll want to be there when the curtain goes up on the 2012-13 Paramount the Holiday Season. Broadway Season opener. Please see page 29 for performance schedule. Please see page 29 for performance schedule. Rated G. $34.90/$39.90/$46.90

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IT’S GOING TO BE A BUSY WEEK for traveling salesman Harold Hill. THE UNMISTAKABLE IMAGE of a Fiddler on the Roof. A metaphor for He has to convince the residents of River City he’s a well-accomplished balancing life, for survival and for tradition. "is is the story of Tevye, a musician; convince the Mayor of River City to put him in charge of starting a simple and loving Milkman, who does everything he can to keep his family children’s band; convince the parents of River City to buy their young together and maintain their religious traditions. But despite his best e$orts, musicians uniforms and instruments from him; then get out of town with with #ve strong-willed daughters, a loyal yet independent wife and an ever- everyone’s money before there’s trouble in River City. changing society, the safety and stability of his old-world is disappearing. Even the best laid plans encounter a few hurdles. In this case, those hurdles A journey of love, loss, beliefs and family, Fiddler on the Roof is a include the warmth of a woman, the needs of a painfully shy boy and a celebration of life and all its challenges. From the rich orchestrations and community that wants to believe in him. Before Harold knows it, he’s lyrics, to the powerful full-cast numbers to the emotionally-charged story, leading the big parade and changing everyone’s lives. One of the most this is the show everyone should experience. iconic musicals in theater history comes to life on the Paramount stage. 3OHDVHVHHSDJHIRUSHUIRUPDQFHVFKHGXOH "e scenery is spectacular, the costumes are colorfully lavish and the music Rated G. $34.90/$39.90/$46.90 (played by the Paramount orchestra), combined with the choreography, is bound to make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up and march. PleaseSEVENTY-SIX see page 29 for performance TROMBONES schedule. IF I WERE A RICH MAN YARated GOT G. $34.90/$39.90/$46.90 TROUBLEMATCHMAKER ‘TIL THERE WAS YOU SUNRISE, SUNSET Illustration by Dan Cosgrove

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We’re kicking off the 2012-13 Season with a party before the Happy Together Tour. Your $10 ticket gets you into this annual event where you’ll sample mouth-watering cuisine from an array of area restaurants while you browse cool silent auction items. Space is limited and this event sells out every year. You must have a ticket to enter. $10 Party Cash bar. !ose interested in attending the concert must purchase concert ticket separately. Their bands were driving forces in the 60s & 70s amassing gold albums, platinum albums (yes, we said ALBUMS), No. 1 singles and touring the world while playing sold out shows. Now members of "e Monkees; "e Turtles; "e Grass Proudly Sponsored by Roots; Gary Puckett & the Union Gap and "e Buckinghams are together on one unbelievable bill. Experience these #ve musical legends in one unforgettable night. $59.50 GARY PUCKETT FLO & EDDIE

ALISON KRAUSS & UNION STATION FEATURING JERRY DOUGLAS 5WPFC[#WIWUVRO

Alison Krauss is one of the most celebrated country/blue grass artists in music. She’s been nominated for 41 Grammy Awards and has taken home 26 Grammy wins – pretty amazing for a 39-year-old. Her recent collaborative album with Robert Plant won 6 Grammys including Album of the Year and Song of the Year. Now Alison is Proudly Sponsored by back together with Union Station, hot o$ another Grammy win ALISON KRAUSS for best Blue Grass Album, for one performance only at the & UNION STATION Paramount. "is special show will sell out fast. $75/$85/$95 FEATURING JERRY DOUGLAS

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Rodney Carrington is one of the most unique and hilarious stand-up comedians in the business today. He looks like a cowboy in his black hat, jeans and boots. He sounds like a country singer when he periodically belts out comedic songs about the most interesting of topics. His views on life, love and everything wrong that men do have won him millions of fans. "at’s why his comedy albums have gone Gold, he sells out everywhere he goes and he’s one of the top 5 selling comedians on tour. If you have never seen a Rodney Carrington show in person, then hang on. You’ll be talking about it for weeks. Proudly Sponsored by RATED R for strong adult language and content. $49.50/$59.50 RODNEY CARRINGTON

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Rated PG. $34.90/$39.90/$46.90 Please see page 29 for performance schedule. BROADWAY BASH It’s the opening weekend of the 2012-13 Broadway Season and we’re having a party before the evening performance to celebrate. "ere will be delicious Proudly Sponsored by deserts, a drink of choice from the bar, awesome Broadway collectibles in the silent auction, and the Grand Daddy of them all, A Walk on Role in Paramount’s production of Annie, which will be auctioned. Be a part of all the fun. Saturday, September 22 6:30 p.m. $10

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It’s an election year. By the time October rolls around, we’re all going to need some laughs. Who better to provide them than a group that started 30-years-ago as Congressional sta$ers and who now travel the country making equal opportu- Proudly Sponsored by nity fun of both parties. It’s an evening of songs, sketches and non-stop laughs. Rated PG for some adult content. CAPITOL $30/$35 STEPS BALLET FOLKLORICO QUETZALCOATL (TKFC[1EVQDGTRO

Be a part of this evening that celebrates the heritage and majesty of Mexico through traditional dances. "e stage comes to life with the dazzling costumes, infectious music BALLET FOLKLORICO and energetic traditional folklore numbers found in the villages of Mexico’s di$erent regions. $18 Child 12 and under/$25 Adult QUETZALCOATL

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Their styles couldn’t be more different: Emily hailing from the more traditional Joni Mitchell in%uence with Amy coming from the singer/songwriter aspect of punk rock. But when the two step on stage, those disparate styles blend into one unique sound. For over 25-years this power duo has rocked millions around the world. "ey’ve produced 14 albums, including their latest Beauty Queen Sister. Now experience the Indigo Girls live in this special acoustic evening. $45/$55 Proudly Sponsored by INDIGO GIRLS

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Olivia Newton-John has just about done it all over her 40-year career. She was in the most successful musical movie in cinema history with Grease. "e sound track to that movie is one of the top grossing albums of all time. She had numerous block-buster TV specials. She generated eleven No. 1 singles and fourteen Gold Albums while selling over 100 million albums. She’s won Grammy Awards, American Music Awards, People’s Choice Awards and Country Music Awards. Her song “Physical” is No. 6 on Billboard’s Top 100 Songs of All Time. She’ll be singing those chart-busting songs on the Paramount stage. $50/$65/$75 OLIVIA NEWTON-JOHN

CHICAGO COMEDY TOUR FEATURING WGN TV’S PAT TOMASULO, ANA BELAVAL, MIKE TOOMEY 5CVWTFC[0QXGODGTRO

You see them every day on WGN TV Channel 9 Morning News: Pat Tomasulo with sports, Ana Belaval with Around Town and Mike Toomey playing a host of characters including Skip Parker, Batman and more. But for years the talented trio have been taking the stage at night to do stand-up comedy. Now see them up close and personal in the intimate Copley "eatre as they let loose about their lives, relationships, family and more. Rated R for adult language and content. $29

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DON’T LET THE RED CURLS, freckles and dress fool you. "at adorable little girl is a true adventurer. She’s been abandoned as a baby, raised in an orphanage, run away and lived with the homeless, befriended a United States’ President, and found a new home with one of the wealthiest people in the country -- all in just 11 years. Bring the entire family and join Annie, and her pint-sized cohorts, on the musical adventure of a lifetime. From “Hard Knock Life” to “Tomorrow,” the music, dancing and heartwarm- ing story make this the perfect way to spend the Holiday Season. Rated G. $34.90/$39.90/$46.90 Please see page 29 for performance schedule.

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IT’S THE CHANCE OF A LIFE TIME! A walk-on role in our Broadway Series production of Annie. "e lucky winner will get the star treatment at one performance including a private costume #tting and a personal rehearsal to practice their timing. You can share the dressing room with the other stars, have your bio in the show program for your performance and make your grand entrance. A!er the show, get a photo with Annie, Daddy Proudly Sponsored by Warbucks and of course Sandy, the dog. Walk-on role is available to anyone 7-years or older. No experience necessary. Check out ParamountAurora.com for full details on how to bid on this package.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS . . . BROADWAY STYLE

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It’s Past, Present and Future on the Paramount stage for one night. But they’re not ghosts, they’re talented musical actors, including cast members from Paramount’s Broadway Series Shows. "ey’re coming together to sing a mix of Broadway hits and Holiday favorites hosted by Paramount’s Artistic Director Jim Corti. Join us for this incredible evening with all proceeds going directly to support the Broadway Series. $25

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Second City’s Dysfunctional Holiday Revue features a seasonal blend of hilarious scenes, songs and trademark improvisation with a sprig of holiday mischief for a night of spirited fun in the Copley "eatre. Funny, bright and completely original, Second City’s Dysfunctional Holiday Revue is the perfect alternative to the same old holiday shows. From uneven gi! exchanges with your clueless boyfriend to couples therapy with Joseph and Mary, Second City has your ticket to all that’s ridiculous about this magical season. Rated R for adult language and themes. $35

NOTE: "is show is held in the 215-seat Copley "eatre located directly across the street from the Paramount.

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Their PBS concert special was chart busting; their national tour has been selling out; they’ve been deemed America’s Hottest Vocal Group by the music industry; now the former Jersey Boys’ cast members turned music stars return to Aurora to ring in the New Year. Get your tickets early for this unforgettable night. It Proudly Sponsored by will sell out. "e 10 p.m. performance includes a champagne toast. $55/$65

SHATNER’S WORLD: WE JUST LIVE IN IT . . .

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His acting career has spanned over 60 years. He’s won two Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. He is one of the most recognizable #gures on the planet. Now William Shatner is coming to Aurora in his hit Broadway one-man show. It’s a warm and fun evening of insider stories, photos and videos leading from his youth in Canada to his decades on the big and small screens. And yes, there’s even a little singing. $65/$85

A limited number of VIP Packages are available for this show. "e packages include a Special Edition Tour Poster, an Autograph and a Photo Op with Bill himself. "ese packages are only available to ticket holders in the #rst 20 rows for this show. Proudly Sponsored by "e meeting takes place immediately following this performance. $75

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It’s going to be a busy week for traveling salesman Harold Hill. He has to convince the residents of River City he’s a well-accomplished musician; convince the Mayor of River City to put him in charge of starting a children’s band; convince the parents of River City to buy their young musicians uniforms and instruments from him; then get out of town with everyone’s money before there’s trouble in River City. Even the best laid plans encounter a few hurdles. In this case, those hurdles include the warmth of a woman, the needs of a painfully shy boy and a community that wants to believe in him. Before Harold knows it, he’s leading the big parade and changing everyone’s lives. One of the most iconic musicals in theater history comes to life on the Paramount stage. "e scenery is spectacular, the costumes are colorfully lavish and the Proudly Sponsored by music (played by the Paramount orchestra), combined with the choreography, is bound to make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up and march. Rated G. $34.90/$39.90/$46.90 Please see page 29 for performance schedule.

POI DOG PONDERING 5CVWTFC[(GDTWCT[RO

They started playing for change in front of the Woolworth building on Kalakaua Avenue in Honolulu, Hawaii. Over 25 years later they’ve traveled the world playing their cool fusion of folk, rock, electronica and funk while building legions of avid fans. !eir music will touch your soul. !eir live performance will have you grooving in the aisles. Experience Poi Dog Pondering Live at the Paramount. $35/$45

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In Bantu language, muntu means “the essence of humanity.” "at is what this talented group of artists seeks to impress in their work and touch in its audiences. "is exhilarating and inspiring show features authentic and progressive interpretations of contemporary and ancient African and African-American dance, music and folklore. Appropriate for all ages. Daytime $8.50 Evening: Children 12 & Under $8.50 Adults $12 POI DOG PONDERING MUNTU

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Actor, musician, vocalist and entertainer – Bobby Vinton has that rare quality that has allowed him to do it all. His appearance with his band on Guy Lombardo’s TV Talent Scouts was the break Bobby needed. "at unforgettable number lead to a contract on Guy’s show, a record deal with the Epic label and the release of “Roses Are Red,” which catapulted him into stardom. He went on to do movies with icons like John Wayne, host his own weekly TV variety show which featured every major star of the time and become an international sensation selling out concerts world-wide and selling more than 75-million albums. Now is your chance to spend Valentine’s Day with one of the true musical Proudly Sponsored by legends in the industry. Grab the one you love, or the one you like a Really, Really lot, and be there for Bobby Vinton’s Valentine’s Day concert. $49/$54/$64 BOBBY VINTON

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The unmistakable image of a Fiddler on the Roof. A metaphor for balancing life, for survival and for tradition. "is is the story of Tevye, a simple and loving Milkman, who does everything he can to keep his family together and maintain their religious traditions. But despite his best e$orts, with #ve strong-willed daughters, a loyal yet independent wife, and an ever-changing society, the safety and stability of his old-world is disappearing.

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Get out your platform shoes, feather your hair and get ready to party with North Ameri- ca’s No. 1 Bee Gees Tribute Band. "ey look like the Bees; sound like the Bees; they play all the Bee Gee hits. "ey are the closest thing to a Bee Gees’ concert you Proudly Sponsored by can get. Do not miss this show. You’ll fall o$ your platform shoes trying to kick yourself. $32

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Not a word has ever been spoken in the 21 years of performances – but words are not why millions around the world have seen STOMP. "is high-voltage spectacle combines jaw dropping precision dance moves with playing every-day house- Proudly Sponsored by hold items – brooms, plungers, lighters. "e end result will blow The Barry Family your mind. Experience the phenomenon that is STOMP. Recommended for all ages. $39.50/$49.50

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This is not some oldies tour. "is is good old fashioned rock and roll played by some of rock’s statesmen. Peter Noone holds nothing back as Herman’s Hermits covers all their hits including “I’m Into Something Good” and “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got Proudly Sponsored by a Lovely Daughter.” Plus, the “Boys from Berwyn” (Ides of March) celebrate 50 years together with their full-on, electrifying style of concert. From “Vehicle” to “Eye of the Tiger” they’ll play it all. Two HERMAN’S HERMITS legendary bands . . . one amazing night. $39.50/$49.50 FEATURING PETER NOONE IDES OF MARCH 22 $QZ1HƂEG630.896.6666 2WTEJCUGVKEMGVUQPNKPGCVParamountAurora.com 23 FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY GROUP DISCOUNTS

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24 $QZ1HƂEG630.896.6666 2WTEJCUGVKEMGVUQPNKPGCVParamountAurora.com 25 LAS VEGAS OR BIG APPLE? INFO YOU SHOULD KNOW YOU DECIDE BEFORE YOUR SHOW The Paramount is taking TWO trips next year: NY, NY and Vegas! Both trips will be fast, fun and fantastic. BOX OFFICE HOURS0RQGD\WKUX6DWXUGD\DPSPor until performance starts on show days. Also open two hours prior to show time on Sundays. 630-896-6666 The City that never sleeps . . . CASH ONLY"e Paramount Bars & Café are cash-only purchases. "ere is an ATM machine New York, New York! located in the Grand Gallery Lobby for your convenience. ACCESSIBILITY: Hearing assistance devices and wheelchair seating are available upon request. Bright lights and taxis. Please notify the box o&ce of any wheelchair needs before placing your order. 630-896-6666 Bustling sidewalks and skyscrapers that never end. LATE SEATING: Once the performance starts, latecomers will be seated in the back of the theater, It’s that unmistakable energy if seating is available. If the appropriate time presents itself, an usher will relocate guests to that is New York and we’re their ticketed seats during the show or guests will have to wait until intermission to access heading to the Big Apple their seats. to experience it all. DISCOUNTS: You’ll see Broadway at its best Seniors (62 & older), active military and military veterans receive a $2 discount on when we see three of NY’s hottest single tickets to Broadway shows. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Proper ID Vegas, Baby! shows. You’ll tour the famous Radio City providing proof of age or service is required. Based on availability. Music Hall and NBC Studios. COLLEGE STUDENT DISCOUNTS: We’re Vegas bound and three is your At night you’ll dine at some of Currently enrolled college students can purchase Day Of Para- lucky number. We’re staying three New York’s hottest eateries. In mount Broadway Series tickets at 50% o$ the regular ticket price. Must purchase tickets in nights in style. We’re seeing three the morning, you’ll wake up in the heart person at the Paramount Box O&ce. Must have a current college photo id or schedule to incredible shows and dining at three of of it all – the Westin Hotel in Times qualify. O$er only good on day of Broadway performances. Cannot be combined with any Vegas’ coolest restaurants. We’ll keep Square. And, with our NY other discounts. you moving with sightseeing, nightlife connections, we’ll have a few PARKING: and a chance to win big. And while surprises in store. !is Valet parking things are freezing in Aurora, we’ll be unforgettable experience is available at the main heating it up in the desert. So Sinners includes round-trip airfare, entrance to the theater and Saints, you’re both welcome. Trip three Broadway shows, NY City for a fee. Paid parking is includes airfare, three shows, tours, tours, breakfast and dinner, all for available at the Municipal breakfast & dinner. one low price. Garage located on the corner January 14-17, 2013. June 7-10,2013. of Stolp & Downer. Free parking is available at Old To sign up or for more information on either trip, please contact Beth Sullivan at 630-723-2463 or Second National Bank and email [email protected]. PNC Bank lots during non- &10o6(14)'6#RQTVKQPQH[QWTRC[OGPVKUVCZFGFWEVKDNGCPFJGNRUUWRRQTVVJG2CTCOQWPV$TQCFYC[ banking hours. Must display a Paramount Parking Pass to 5GTKGU5RCEGKUNKOKVGFHQTDQVJVTKRU park in Old Second & PNC lots. Download Parking Pass at ParamountAurora.com in the Plan Your Visit section.

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