Letter from the Executive Director
It is hard to believe that the winter season is upon us. With jam-packed calendars, the hustle and bustle often leaves us feeling that we have very little time. But this is the season to unwind and be entertained because The Lyric Dublin Irish Dance has just the “ticket” for you! presents Stepping Out Jan. 16th 2018 I 4:00pm & 7:00pm From comedians that will put you in stitches, classical musicians of the highest caliber, musicals that will have you singing along, Features Grammy award-winning musicians and actors, a unique evening of historic perspective and so much more… 3 Letter from the Executive Director There’s fun for the whole family too! Create memories together 4 Board of Directors & Staff and experience the magic of live entertainment with Skullduggery, a 7 Sardines, Menopause & Stayin’ Alive! pirate magic show with mind blowing illusion, “not your grandma’s 8 Historical Timeline string quartet,” The Dallas String Quartet combining classical and 18 Family Fun contemporary music in a high-energy show and direct from Dublin, 20 Arts & Education Ireland the Dublin Irish Dance in Stepping Out recreating the sights 21 Youth Arts Celebration and sounds of the Irish experience through music and dance. 22 2017-18 Season Lineup The Family Fun Series is just one of the Arts & Education 24 2017-18 Director’s Circle Programs that we were fortunate to develop and foster because of & Contributors the generous support of our members and donors, volunteers and 26 What Role Will You Play patrons, sponsors and business partners, schools and area not-for- 27 Volunteer Bartenders & Ushers profits, The Lyric League and the Board of Directors, THANK YOU! 28 Theatre Box Office & There is so much to come at The Lyric and we need you. With General Information your support, we will be able to strengthen our commitment to 28 Seating Chart empower, educate and inspire our leaders of tomorrow by expanding 32 Discovery Series for Young Audiences the types of performances and music genres to engage with younger audiences and expose them to the wonderful world that so many of On the us already love. Won’t you help us to make a difference in the lives cover: children, families - our entire community! Bringing classical and contemporary music together in a revolutionary combination of acoustic Warmest Regards, and electric string instruments, the The Lyric Theatre’s Mission Dallas-based ensemble, Dallas String Quartet, “To provide the community with a home for will perform at The Lyric the performing arts that entertains, educates, Theatre February 22nd and stimulates the growth of artistic integrity at 7:00pm. and experience for everyone.” Kia Fontaine
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Board of Directors Season President Directors Patty Downing Frank M. Byers, Jr. Stephen Fry Sponsors Vice President Hope Jochem Steve McGovern Diane M. Lawrence Priscilla Baldwin Joan McGowan The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. would like Paul Shirley to thank these sponsors who have Treasurer Olene Stuart Todd Laycock Michael Tenzyk generously helped to underwrite the Frank Tidikis costs of our 2017-18 Season. Secretary Harold Walsh Rachel Scott Linda Weiksnar Nancy Wong
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4 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. The Hot Sardines Feb. 14th 2018 | 7:00pm Feb. 15th 2018 | 7:00pm
Sardines, Menopause & STayin’ ALIVE!
017 flew by and 2018 is almost here already! We have a fantastic lineup ready for 2you, so don’t blink or you’ll miss some of the finest talent touring today. We’ve got comedians that will put you in stitches, classical musicians of the highest caliber, musicals that will have you singing along, folk artists that defined their generation, and so much more.
Flags Great Adventure to the Smithsonian (December 29, Skullduggery Institute. Featured on shows including Menopause: The 2017 7:00pm) Avast ye! Join internationally the Late Show with David Letterman and Musical (January 5, 2018 7pm acclaimed illusionists John Bundy and Law and Order, Bundy and Morgan are & January 6, 2018 4:00pm & 7:00pm) Morgan in a high seas adventure filled with known as the “best kept secret in magic.” In Menopause: The Musical returns for another comedy, magic, and family fun. Skullduggery addition to appearing in Laughmakers and performance exploring the good and bad is a magical pirate adventure that delights Magic magazines, the two magicians were of “The Change” that women know all too audiences of all ages with mind-blowing presented with the Award for Outstanding well. Whether it’s cravings or hot flashes, illusions and thrilling storytelling. With its Illusionists by the Milbourne Christopher Menopause: The Musical covers it with knee- Broadway-style production, Skullduggery has Foundation in 2016, one of the top three slapping parodies of the biggest pop hits of energized viewers across the country. accolades awarded to magicians worldwide. the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. After nearly 15 years In one of their most popular shows, John of touring around the world, the beloved show Creators John Bundy and Morgan specialize Bundy and Morgan take audiences on a still offers a fresh take on growing older. in lavish theatrical shows that feature whirlwind adventure into a land of pirate character-driven magic. Their beloved magic. Written by Jeanie Linders, Menopause: The family-friendly productions have appeared at Musical first debuted in Orlando, Florida venues around the United States, from Six continued on page 8
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in 2001 at a 76-seat theatre and converted to the soprano sax. Marsalis worked with Branford Marsalis is also an accomplished art educational and performance spaces. As perfume shop, the Orlando Church trumpeter Clark Terry and with his brother soloist with some of the best classical reviewer Charles Gans from AP has stated, Street Theatre. It wasn’t long before the Wynton in Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers ensembles around the world performing “Saxophonist Marsalis leads one of the show began touring around the world in while in college, eventually forming his own with such symphonies as the New York most cohesive, intense small jazz ensembles over 13 different countries for over 11 quartet in 1986. This quartet has continued Philharmonic, Chicago, and Dusseldorf on the scene today.” Branford Marsalis’ million people. With performances in the to work with Branford Marsalis ever since, Symphonies. Marsalis recently performed performance at The Lyric is a once-in-a- The Modern Gentlemen Philippines, Israel, South Africa, South and has become one of the most widely his first solo concert at the San Francisco’s lifetime opportunity to see one of the most Jan. 10th 2018 | 7:00pm Korea and more, Menopause: The Musical respected groups in jazz. In December 2015, Grace Cathedral, a performance that was innovative jazz musicians of all time live, as follows the story of four women who, after Marsalis and his quartet received a rare documented on the 2014 recording In he was meant to be seen. Proudly sponsored by meeting at a lingerie sale, commiserate over invitation to join Kurt Elling in a weekend My Solitude. Branford Marsalis has also Mrs. Joan McGowan. the plights from memory loss to nocturnal performance at the New Orleans Snug extended his talent to the Broadway stage, sweats and sexual frustration. Harbor. An incredible collaboration, Elling creating the original music for a revival of and the Marsalis quartet recorded their August Wilson’s Fences, which received a The show features 25 parodies of pop hits collaboration, which can be heard on the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music The Modern from the era of the Baby Boomer while June 2016 release of Upward Spiral, a release in a Play as well as a Tony nomination for touching on a subject once considered too that was nominated for a 2017 Grammy Best Original Score Written for the Theater. Gentlemen (January 10, 2018 taboo. Not just for women, the 90-minute Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album. His screen credits include the original music 7:00pm) With decades of combined musical performance is loved by men and women for Mo’ Better Blues and acting roles in experience, The Modern Gentlemen are the unsung heroes of the music industry. The Modern Gentlemen features vocalist but Capitol Steps always gets bi-partisan and has earned the honor of being the In addition to his work with his quartet, School Daze and Throw Mama from the Train. and California native Brian Brigham, whose laughs in their topical, witty take on the longest-running scripted production in Las Marsalis has also contributed his leadership Having sung alongside some of the greatest musical acts of all time, the quartet has now roles include a recurring spot on General American political scene. With 62 years Vegas. Catch a light-hearted take on a topic skills to the Cincinnati Symphony as their Hospital, appearances on The Voice and of House and Senate staff experience and affecting approximately 40 million women. Creative Director for the Ascent series in stepped into the spotlight, forming their own group of outstanding vocalists taking America’s Got Talent, and theater roles in an award-winning collection of writers, 2012-2013 and to The Tonight Show with Jay Grease and Saturday Night Fever, among Capitol Steps is the perfect way to unwind Leno, serving as Musical Director. on the sounds of Motown, pop, rock, and An Evening with doo wop. A fast-growing sensation, The others. Joining Brian is Brandon Brigham, after a day of exhausting news. With a new Branford Marsalis Modern Gentlemen have performed on some a singer who has opened for Jay Leno and administration come a brand new set of Jan. 8th 2018 | 7:00pm Dedicated to the continued development of An Evening with Jan. 9th 2018 | 7:00pm of the biggest stages from the Royal Albert Joan Rivers and has performed in concert jokes, and the Capitol Steps troupe leaves no jazz, Branford Marsalis has formed extended with Melissa Manchester and Pat Benatar. politician behind from Clinton to Trump, Branford Marsalis teaching relationships with universities such Hall to Broadway. (January 8, 2018 7:00pm & January 9, Brandon’s theater credits include roles Putin and Obama. as Michigan State, San Francisco State and in Footloose and Smokey Joe’s Cafe. Also 2018 7:00pm) A revolutionary jazz musician North Carolina Central Universities and has Starring vocalists Brian Brigham, Brandon and Grammy award-winning saxophonist, Brigham, Landon Beard, and Todd Fournier, a member of The Modern Gentlemen, A long-time NPR favorite, Capitol Steps was conducted workshops at locations all around Landon Beard got his start early, as a soloist co-founded by Elaina Newport, Bill Strauss, Branford Marsalis is in a league of his the world. Branford formed the Marsalis The Modern Gentlemen are an all-star vocal own. Marsalis’ career stretches from his group that was originally brought together in a Kodak commercial at the age of 3. After and Jim Aidala. The group was formed in 1981 Music label in 2002, which in addition to receiving his BFA in Musical Theater from when a select group of Senate staffers were beginnings in New Orleans to his work with documenting Branford’s music, highlights by the legendary Frankie Valli of the Four greats such as Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie, Seasons. The group has taken years of Cal State, Beard performed in the hit New tasked with compiling a collection of song new stars like Miguel Zenón and long-time York production of Altar Boyz and has sung parodies for an upcoming Christmas party. and Herbie Hancock to name a few. Cited masters like Alvin Batiste. experience and created their own, brand new as “arguably the most respected living U.S. sound influenced by musicians like Michael alongside Josh Groban, Roger Daltrey, and The result was a hilarious hit, and the staff jazz instrumentalist,” Marsalis is an NEA Bublé, the Four Freshmen, and the Hi-Lo’s. Eric Benet. Finally, member Todd Fournier members decided to take their show on tour. The NEA Jazz Master’s latest album, grew up as one of 10 children from Toledo, Now, over thirty years later, Capitol Steps is Jazz Master and Tony award nominee whose Four MFs Playin’ Tunes, puts a complete The Modern Gentlemen have performed work as a musician, composer, band leader, in major events, including Frankie Valli and Ohio. In addition to working for Universal still drawing audiences from all across the focus on each individual song and its Studios and Disney, Fournier has performed country with their combination of perfectly and educator is unrivaled. At The Lyric singularity, rather than the focus on the Four Seasons: Tribute on Ice with Brian Theatre this season, Branford Marsalis will Boitano and Friends on NBC and Capitol as an entertainer on Norwegian Cruise placed puns and knee-slapping impersonations. the performer’s individual talents. Lines and has appeared on the television In addition to their stage performances, play pieces from his extensive repertoire that Always a selfless individual, Branford Fourth, a live televised event during the July ranges from Debussy to Villa-Lobos. 4th celebrations in Washington D.C., where shows Days of Our Lives and Homeland. Capitol Steps appears twice a year on National Marsalis worked along with musician Public Radio in Politics Takes a Holiday. and friend Harry Connick, Jr. and the New they joined singers Michael McDonald and Branford Marsalis grew up in New Orleans, Orleans Habitat for Humanity to create Patti Labelle. The group has also appeared the eldest son of pianist and educator on stage with the Beach Boys, Tony Bennett, Capitol Steps has recorded over 35 albums The Musician’s Village in the aftermath of since 1981, including their latest What Ellis Marsalis and the brother of Wynton, Hurricane Katrina. The Musician’s Village, Smokey Robinson, and Manhattan Transfer, Capitol Steps - Delfeayo, and Jason Marsalis. After picking and has performed for presidents as well as to Expect when You’re Electing. For their a community in the Upper Ninth Ward Orange is the New performance at The Lyric Theatre this year, up the clarinet at an early age, Branford that provides homes to displaced families Prince William. experimented with a variety of different Barack (January 12, 2018 6:00pm & and musicians, features the Ellis Marsalis 8:30pm) Politics may feel divisive these days, continued on page 12 instruments, ultimately devoting himself Center for Music, containing state-of-the-
community groups and was used Spring of 1913 May 27, 1925 November 29, 1930 A Brief History of Construction for The “first” Lyric began on Construction of The “new” Lyric Theatre Newly equipped with RCA Photophone to present traveling vaudeville Osceola Avenue near Belle Flora and opened commenced on Flagler Avenue sound picture machines, The Lyric Theatre shows, news weeklies and for its first performance a year later. opened with railroad thriller “Danger movies The Lyric March 15, 1926 Lights' (picture with sound) 1917 The “new” Lyric Theatre opened to the public 1978 The “first” Lyric was abandoned and moved with the feature picture “Skinner’s Dress 1941 The Lyric was purchased by New Theatre to a little wooden structure on Osceola Suit” Life in Christ Church and served The Lyric Theatre fell on hard times after Avenue the depression and closed its doors. Over as a venue for weekly services the following years, it was rented out to 8 9 Engel & Völkers is one of the world’s leading service companies specialising in the sale and rental of premium residential property,
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the political troupe will draw from some of in traditional Irish step dance. Don’t miss his role as Barry Mann. evening in 1974, the legendary singer, The third member of the trio, Jonathan the latest headlines, whether it be “Putin on this unique celebration of Irish music and Jarrod Spector’s Jukebox Life follows his songwriter, and pianist Elton John performed Hawkins is a soloist and Broadway a Blitz” (instead of “Puttin’ on the Ritz”) or dance as it makes its way through the cities celebrated A Little Help from My Friends for thousands of fans at Madison Square performer who is deeply involved in both the a rendition of the 1982 Pointer Sisters hit and countryside of America in Dublin Irish concert tour and CD. Juke Box Life is a Garden. In addition to featuring the pop star New York and Los Angeles theater scenes. “I’m so Excited,” featuring Hilary Clinton Dance’s Stepping Out. journey through Spector’s life from his at his height, the performance included one of Hawkins has served as a featured soloist in celebrating the outcome of her recent beginnings as a young boy in Philadelphia to rock music’s most memorable surprise guest Dvorak’s Stabat Mater, Handel’s Messiah, email scandal: “I’m not indicted and I’m so his rise to fame under the bright Broadway walk-ons when John Lennon came on stage and Mendelssohn’s Elijah. His theater excited.” Everyone will have something to lights of New York City. Featuring beloved and performed alongside Elton in one of credits include Jimmy in Thoroughly giggle about when Capitol Steps comes to Jarrod Spector – hits from musical theater as well as rock n’ Lennon’s last concerts before his death in 1980. Modern Millie, Tony in West Side Stuart. Partial proceeds to benefit Volunteers in roll, Jukebox Life is the latest creation from a Far from an impersonation, Live at the Garden Story, and Joseph in Joseph and the Medicine. Proudly Sponsored by WQCS/88.9 Jukebox Life (January 18, rising Broadway star with a brilliant future. is a celebration of an historic and iconic Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. NPR for the Treasure Coast. 2018 7:00pm) Back again after last year’s concert event. A multi-talented performer, knock-out performance, former Jersey Boys Jonathan Hawkins can star and 2014 Broadway Tony Nominee, Live at the Garden stars Lee Lessack, be heard on film Jarrod Spector will perform in Jukebox Live at the Garden Johnny Rodgers, and Jonathan Hawkins. soundtracks such as Life, an evening of Broadway, rock n’ roll, A baritone vocalist, Lee Lessack is a star Spider Man 2, Lost, and Dublin Irish Dance and crooner classics that traces Spector’s [Revisited]: Elton Darlene Love on the international concert scene, known High School Musical 2. Jan. 22nd 2018 | 6:00pm & 8:30pm presents Stepping Out journey from Philly to LA to New York John with Special for his sophisticated vocal quality and (January 16, 2018 4:00pm & 7:00pm) City. Highlighting terrible and wonderful Guest John Lennon commanding stage presence. An alumni of In Live at the Garden Direct from Dublin, Ireland come the Dublin auditions, “Mr Jukebox Musical” will the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, [Revisited]: Elton John with Special Guest John Darlene Love realized her love for singing Irish Dance in Stepping Out. Produced combine archival childhood footage with (January 21, 2018 7:00pm) Driven to recreate the magic of an unforgettable Lessack has recorded 8 albums and toured Lennon, Lessack, Rodgers, and Hawkins when she was a young girl after she began and directed by Eric Cunningham, Dublin innovative covers of classic songs for an across the United States and Europe over recreate the magical evening that brought singing in her local church choir. It wasn’t Irish Dance’s Stepping Out brings the story evening that follows Jarrod Spector from performance, Lee Lessack, Johnny Rodgers, and Jonathan Hawkins will bring you back his successful career. His music was called Elton John and John Lennon together for long until Love had started her own girl- of the Irish people to life in this multi- his childhood home in Philadelphia to the “cabaret romanticism of a high order” by an unforgettable night of pop and rock group called the Blossoms. In 1962, she was generational exploration of the Irish Broadway stage where he would make a to one of the most famous nights in Elton John’s touring history. On Thanksgiving Billboard Magazine, and his latest album is a music. Using the bona fide set list from that signed by the famous music producer Phil people’s immigration to America. From the name for himself. celebrated recreation of the 1981 Simon and performance, the recreation at The Lyric Spector and Love began making a name for life of rural Ireland to the Civil War and Garfunkel Live in Central Park concert. Theatre will include hits such as “Bennie and herself. She quickly impressed her fellow the mountains of Appalachia, Dublin Irish Jarrod Spector’s life is a compelling story. the Jets,” “Candle in the Wind,” “Lucy in the musicians and worked with major artists Dance recreates the sights and sounds of the Growing up in Philadelphia, Spector became Joining Lee Lessack is his friend and Sky with Diamonds,” and many more. including Sam Cooke, Sonny and Cher, and Irish experience through music and dance. Junior Champion on Ed McMahon’s Star Jarrod Spector - collaborator Johnny Rodgers. A singer- Elvis Presley. Love made her mark on the Search at the age of six. He later attended the Jukebox Life Jan. 18th 2018 | 7:00pm songwriter, music ambassador, pianist, music industry and can be heard in some With original choreography by Siobhan prestigious Princeton University and studied and Broadway star, Rodgers is a unique of the most memorable music from the era, Manson, Dublin Irish Dance’s Stepping Out acting at the Atlantic Theater Company. It including “The Tracks of My Tears,” performer whose music is hailed by the New (January 22, stars world-champion Irish step dancers was here that he found his passion on the Darlene Love “Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah,” and the Rolling York Times as containing “fused elements of 2018 6:00pm & 8:30pm) Certainly one of whose previous work includes performing stage. Shortly afterwards, Jarrod launched Stone’s “Gimme Shelter.” In addition to her Billy Joel, Peter Allen, and Johnny Mercer.” the most familiar and influential singers with some of the top step dancing troupes onto Broadway, performing in Les Miserables, music career, Darlene Love is also an actress, Throughout his career, Johnny Rodgers in rock and roll, Darlene Love has been in the world, including Riverdance, Michael Hamlet, and Our Country’s Good among others. appearing as Danny Glover’s wife in the has performed with Clint Jones, Michael singing since the 1950s and shows no signs Flatley’s Lord of the Dance, and Celtic The aspiring Broadway actor reached a Lethal Weapon series. She also performed Feinstein, and Billy Joel. Rodgers serves as of stopping. Always a favorite at The Lyric Woman. The story begins in the kitchens, turning point in his career when he got in Grease, Carrie, and Hairspray as well a Musical Director and piano man for the Theatre, Love returns for another soul- barns, and fields of the land of Eire and the role of Frankie Valli in the wildly as appearing on television programs like beloved Liza Minelli and has received Bistro filled evening. Featured in the Academy continues into the times of famine, when popular show Jersey Boys. Since Jersey and MAC Awards for his performances at Saturday Night Live. Irishmen and women looked to the New Boys, Spector has been invited to the Award-winning documentary 20 Feet from Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, among Stardom, Darlene Love had a hand in some World for a brighter future. The show Tony and Emmy Awards shows. Most Recently, Darlene Love has begun to reach others. In addition to his performances in of the biggest hits of the 1960s, from Bobby seamlessly integrates contemporary recently, Jarrod starred as Barry Mann in a whole new, younger audience after being Chicago and New York, Rodgers also serves Pickett’s “Monster Mash” to “Be My Baby” American song and dance, highlighting Beautiful: the Carole King Musical, which inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of as a State Department Music Ambassador, by The Ronnette’s. The Rock and Roll of the ways in which Irish traditions blended made its Broadway debut in 2014 Fame in 2011 and being featured in the 2013 bringing his combination of classic songs Fame inductee will perform some of her with existing cultures to form a unique at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. documentary 20 Feet from Stardom, which and original compositions to audiences in most celebrated songs from the past 60 years tradition of its own. The journey continues Beloved by fans and critics alike, the Middle East and beyond. highlighted the careers of back-up singers into the present moment and showcases Spector was nominated for the including “Christmas Baby (Please Come continued on page 16 the pioneering, young step dancers who Tony Award for Outstanding Home)” and “He’s a Rebel” to name a few. continue to set the standard for excellence Featured Actor in a Musical for
systems, ADA compliance alterations, box Capital Campaign. Lobby and box office 1987 March 18, 1988 2001 2004-2005 September 2015 With talk of razing Friends of the Lyric entered into a contract office construction, and remodeling of the The Balcony of the theater was remodeled for The expansion of The Lyric was commenced improvements, including new exterior and Drawing inspiration from the organic and the theater, Friends with the New Life in Christ Church and restrooms and dressing room the installation of new balcony seating, an and completed, enlarging the stage by 14 interior entrances, additional Box Office geometric forms of The Lyric’s exterior, The of the Lyric, a group purchased theater elevator was installed and refurbishment of the feet, adding a backstage with flex- dressing service windows, and bar. New orchestra Lyric’s proscenium was ornamented in an Art of concerned citizens, November 12, 1993 lobby and restrooms area, a restroom, and office/storage areas. seating and sound system were installed. Nouveau style. The elegant design contains banded together 1993-1995 The Lyric Theatre was listed on the National The “Star” dressing room also underwent The Lyric’s interior stucco walls were artistry and craftsmanship of the trompe to save the historic With assistance from community grassroots Register of Historic Places renovation including shower and restroom. smoothed out and architectural elements l’oeil art technique. structure efforts and grants, The Lyric Theatre added to the walls and columns. underwent much needed repair 1996 Summer of 2014 Summer of 2016 from marquee improvements, exterior New seating installed in the orchestra section The Lyric was closed for substantial November 11, 2014 Decorative touches utilizing the trompe l’oeil Lyric including balcony parapet, doorway painting, new roofing and air-conditioning and administrative offices constructed renovation as part of the Love The Lyric Grand Reopening art technique were added throughout The transoms, and interior theatre walls. 12 13 14 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. continued from page 13
of the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s whose work is of the Piedmont Environmental Council, festivals like Bonnaroo and Riverbend. years of combined recording, performing, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, and James often underappreciated. Most recently, Love A Conversation with and the Executive Director of the Dedicated to their craft, The Machine performs and touring experience. The tribute band Taylor, the album also included some of released a new album, called Introducing Commission on Population Growth and Pink Floyd is known for their impressive A covers all of Earth, Wind, and Fire’s greatest Rush’s own compositions, notably “No Darlene Love, which is out now. The album Kat Imhoff: The Development, a 33-member legislative study to Z set list, in which one song is played for hits spanning over three decades with a Regrets.” One of his most memorable pieces, was produced on Steven Van Zandt’s label Constitution commission established by the Virginia every letter in the alphabet from Pink Floyd’s full band of brass, percussion, and talented “No Regrets” would later be covered by a Wicked Cool Records and features singles and what James General Assembly to promote growth songbook. From their start as an aspiring vocalists. Their professionalism has earned number of musicians including Emmylou by Van Zandt and two new songs by Bruce management legislation. Partial proceeds to tribute band, the Machine has evolved into them a solid reputation and a collection of Harris, Midge Ure, and The Walker Springsteen. An autobiographical film is Madison would say benefit The Montpelier Foundation. a cultural phenomenon, attracting loyal fans devoted fans as they tour across the country Brothers, whose recording reached the Top currently being developed based on Darlene about our Ongoing wherever they go. from California to Florida and in between. 10 on the UK Singles Chart. A testament Love’s 1998 autobiography “My Name Revolution (January 23, 2018 Elements will perform all of Earth, Wind, to his universality, many of Tom Rush’s is Love.” The film is being produced by 7:00pm) As President and CEO of James The group has released a number of albums, and Fire’s greatest hits in a performance you compositions have been covered by artists Oprah Winfrey and is expected to star Madison’s Montpelier located outside of The Jersey Tenors including their 2004 Two Nights at the Keswick, won’t want to miss. over the years in a variety of genres from Toni Braxton as Darlene Love. At The Charlottesville, Virginia, Kat Imhoff is (January 24, 2018 7:00pm) The latest which is an archive of the Machine’s bi-annual country to heavy metal and rap. Lyric this season, Darlene Love will sing among the first generation of women to Opera and Rock mash-up sensation, The residency at the historic Philadelphia venue. In some of her most recognizable hits from the oversee all aspects of a national historic Jersey Tenors seamlessly perform some of 2006, they released Unplugged, which included In 1981, Tom Rush sold out the Boston 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. site. Under her leadership, Montpelier has opera’s greatest compositions alongside the extremely rare solo material from founding Tom Rush (January 27, 2018 Symphony Hall in advance and began a become a leader in the research of slavery best of Journey, Josh Groban, ABBA, and Pink Floyd member Syd Barrett performing 7:00pm) Credited by Rolling Stone Magazine tradition. The Club 47 Series became an in the Early Republic and garnered the more. A Jersey-bred group through and at B.B. King’s in New York City. More than for “ushering in the era of the singer- annual event, featuring artists like Bonnie attention of patriotic philanthropist David through, The Jersey Tenors also highlight your average cover band, The Machine performs songwriter,” Tom Rush has left his mark on Raitt and Emmylou Harris with up-and- Pink Floyd is a constantly evolving tribute to coming artists such as Alison Krauss and Tom Rush M. Rubenstein, whose $10 million gift in the most memorable sounds of New Jersey’s nearly all genres of American music. From Jan. 27th 2018 | 7:00pm 2014 jumpstarted efforts to reconstruct the most famous musicians, including Frankie the unforgettable legacy of Pink Floyd. Meant his roots performing at local coffeehouses Mark O’Connor. The series has become a landscape of slavery at Montpelier and fully Valli, Frank Sinatra, Bon Jovi and Bruce to be experienced live, Rolling Stone magazine in Cambridge, Massachusetts to selling out successful touring attraction and has been furnish James Madison’s historic home. Springsteen. It’s hard to put them in one has stated that The Machine performs with an major symphony halls, Rush has delighted broadcast as a national special on PBS genre or another and they like it that way. “amazing...chilling accuracy.” audiences and contemporaries alike with and NPR. In 2009, Rush recorded his first Montpelier also operates The Robert The Jersey Tenors have opened for Diana his flexible vocal style, memorable guitar studio CD in 35 years called What I Know. H. Smith Center for the Constitution Ross, Dionne Warwick, Deborah Cox, and compositions, and brilliant lyricism. His The album was recorded in Nashville whose mission is to improve the public’s Chubby Checker, President George W. Bush, biggest hit, “No Regrets” has been covered and featured original materials as well as understanding of the founding principles and were also featured on the season finale Elements – The countless times and has reached the Top 10 some harmonies with Bonnie Bramlett, of the United States and inspire civic of The Housewives of New York on The Ultimate Earth Wind of charts around the world. Nanci Griffith, and Emmylou Harris. In engagement. Kat’s fresh, visionary leadership Bravo Network. Featuring four talented, 2013, Tom Rush celebrated 50 years in the of the Center has repositioned Montpelier Broadway-credited vocalists, The Jersey and Fire Tribute Born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Tom music industry at the Boston Symphony as a cultural organization with an innovative Tenors bring a vast musical repertoire (January 26, 2018 7:00pm) Covering a band Rush began performing while a student Hall. Cited as a major influence for artists instinct for connecting history to present together in one night of song that honors as ground-breaking and multi-talented at Harvard University in 1961. A major like James Taylor and Garth Brooks, day challenges through its civic education the sounds of Jersey and beyond. These as Earth Wind and Fire is no small task, in English literature, Rush performed Rush continues to make an impact on the programs for constitutional practitioners. four charming wise guys will raise the roof but Elements does it with style. Known frequently at the Club 47 coffeehouse in music industry. With a commanding stage with their powerful voices, and will have you as one of the best Earth, Wind, and Fire Cambridge and the Unicorn in Boston. presence, Tom Rush puts on an incredible Prior to joining Montpelier in singing along before “youse guys” know it! cover bands in the country, Elements A prolific artist, Rush had released two live show. As critic Eric Thom writes, January 2013, Kat enjoyed a five- combines tight horn arrangements, albums by the time he graduated. His first “Never miss a chance to see Tom Rush live; year tenure as State Director soaring falsettos, and a pulsating groove major album, The Circle Game, was released he’s got that rare one-of-a-kind quality that for The Nature Conservancy into one unforgettable night of hits like in 1968. Featuring covers of songs by makes you realize you’ve seen somebody that in Montana, where she led a “Shining Star,” “September,” and “Boogie really matters.” Come see somebody that The Machine Wonderland” among others. successful $90 million effort to Robert Klein really matters this January. conserve an ecologically intact performs Pink Floyd Jan. 30th 2018 | 7:00pm unit of 310,000 acres of land (January 25, 2018 7:00pm) Back for another Founded in Chicago in 1970 by Maurice in the Northern Rockies that action-packed performance, The Machine White, Earth, Wind, and Fire is one of the serves as an environmentally- performs Pink Floyd is an experience like no most successful bands of all time and are Robert Klein (January 30, 2018 protected migratory corridor other. The Machine brings the music of credited by Rolling Stone magazine as having 7:00pm) Grammy and Tony-nominated extending from Wyoming across the legendary English rock band to life as changed the sound of black pop music. With actor and professional entertainer, Robert Montana to Canada. they perform some of Pink Floyd’s most genres from R&B to soul, funk, jazz, disco, Klein, has had his hand in nearly every beloved and memorable songs from all 16 rock, Latin, and African, Earth, Wind, and element of the entertainment industry. With Before her leadership role at The albums. Performing for over 20 years, The Fire is impossible to categorize. Over their a 40-year career that began with the famed Nature Conservancy, Kat served Machine combines high-tech lighting and long and successful career, the group has Second City troupe in Chicago and most as Vice President and Chief production, extravagant stage displays, and received 20 Grammy nominations and 12 recently culminated in the documentary Operating Officer for the Thomas unrivaled musicianship for an evening that is American Music Awards nominations and Robert Klein Still Can’t Stop His Leg, Klein Jefferson Foundation (TJF) which as engaging as it is memorable. has been inducted into both the Rock and has perfected the craft of stand-up comedy. owns and operates Monticello, a Roll Hall of Fame and the Vocal Group Hall The veteran comedian will perform at The UNESCO World Heritage site. The Machine performs Pink Floyd features of Fame. With over 100 million albums sold Lyric Theatre in an evening of hilarity and bassist Adam Minkoff, keyboardist Schott worldwide, Earth, Wind, and Fire are one of razor-sharp wit. She has served as the Executive Chasolen, guitarist Ryan Bell, and drummer the best-selling musical groups ever. Director of the Preservation Tahrah Cohen. Over their touring career, Born in the Bronx, Robert Klein studied Alliance of Virginia, Vice President the group has performed at venues of every Based in the Northeast, at the Yale Drama School before for Conservation and Development size and style, from casinos to clubs to music Elements has over 50 continued on page 30
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An Introduction from the New Director of Education YOUTH Greetings from The Lyric Theatre! My name is Lauren Epsenhart, new Director of Education. I am humbled to be a part of the very Theatre that was instrumental in introducing me to performance arts. Stuart grown, I have observed the ebbs and flows of the shifting cultural landscape that has informed the community’s artistic preferences. Having lived beyond the boundaries of South Florida, I have 2018 had the pleasure of immersing myself into the history and politics that disseminate the traditions and beliefs of artists around the globe. While it is true that there is much to be learned from the world at large, it is imperative to continue to discover the possibilities in one’s own back yard. I look forward to sharing what I have learned and, more importantly, what I can learn from you!
The Youth Arts Celebration Returns April 21, 2018! The second annual Youth Arts Celebration, presented by The Lyric League, promised to be an inspirational evening. Plans were made, dates were set, and youth performers were eager to take the stage. In the midst of preparations, natural disaster struck; Hurricane Irma made landfall. Thankfully, Irma has only temporarily delayed our celebration! The Lyric League will be hosting auditions of 1st thru 12th grade student performers for the Youth Arts Celebration 2018 at The Lyric Theatre. Auditions will be held, by appointment, on March 6 & 7, 2018, 3-7pm at The Lyric Theatre. To register for an audition, contact Lauren Epsenhart at 772-220-1942, ext. 205 or email at [email protected]. Audition instructions and more information can be found
at LyricTheatre.com/Youth-Arts-Celebration. Presented by The Lyric League This very special event is crucial in championing the passion and love so many of our gifted youth hold for the arts. We are not only providing a platform for the immense talent these youth performers encompass, but we are also shaping the lives of future leaders, strengthening character, and fostering Benefiting The Lyric Theatre Arts & Education Programs camaraderie. Continued support of our emerging youth will define the difference between a performer Sponsorships Available and an artist; one is a singular color, the other is a comprehensive rainbow.
Family Fun Comes to Life on The Lyric Stage The 2017-18 Family Fun Series is jam packed with diverse offerings. From the magical adventures of Skullduggery to the reclaimed sounds of Recycled Percussion, each show is sure to gratify a variety of family dynamics! Please join us for our upcoming winter productions:
Skullduggery: A Magical Pirate Adventure December 29th, 2017 at 7pm WE1st thru WANT12th grade student performers YOU!of ALL KINDS Internationally acclaimed illusionists John Bundy and Morgan bring high seas adventure to The Lyric, filled with comedy, magic, and family fun.Skullduggery is sure to delight audiences of all ages with • Singers • Actors • Dancers • Musicians • Spoken Word • Magicians mind-blowing illusions and thrilling storytelling. • Jugglers • Step Crew • Bullwhip Crackers • Baton Twirlers Dublin Irish Dance Presents Stepping Out January 16th, 2018 at 4pm & 7pm • Comedians • Contortionists • Tumblers • Ventriloquist Direct from Dublin, Ireland come the Dublin Irish Dance in Stepping Out. Dublin Irish Dance’s Stepping Out brings the story of the Irish people to life in this multi-generational exploration of the Irish people’s and Anything You Can AMAZE Us With! immigration to America. From the life of rural Ireland to Civil War and the mountains of Appalachia, Dublin Irish Dance recreates the sights and sounds of the Irish experience through music and dance. Solo and ensemble auditions will be held by appointment, on Dallas String Quartet February 22nd, 2018 at 7pm The Dallas String Quartet is “not your grandma’s string quartet.” Bringing classical and contemporary music together in a revolutionary combination of acoustic and electric string instruments, the Dallas- March 6 & 7, 2018, 3-7pm at The Lyric Theatre For more information visit www.lyrictheatre.com/youth-arts-celebration based ensemble has performed their high-energy shows for audiences around the world. From “Sweet Child of Mine” to Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons,” the Dallas String Quartet’s performances are never the same and never boring. To schedule your audition appointment, contact Lauren Epsenhart at 772-220-1942 ext. 205 or [email protected] For information about any of The Lyric’s Arts & Education Programs, please contact Lauren Espenhart, The Youth Arts Celebration will be held at The Lyric Theatre on Saturday, April 21 at 7:00pm Director of Education at 772-220-1942, ext 205 or [email protected]. 20 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization The Lyric Theatre Box Office (772) 286-7827 www.LyricTheatre.com 21 This season, The Lyric Theatre welcomes to 17 the stage world-famous comedians, dance, virtuoso violinists, family shows and one of the 2018 most respected composers, instrumentalists SEASON and band leaders known to Jazz. DECEMBER 29th JANUARY 5th & 6th JANUARY 8th & 9th JANUARY 10th JANUARY 12th
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MARCH 10th MARCH 11th MARCH 14th MARCH 15th MARCH 22nd MARCH 24th & 25th MARCH 26th APRIL 21st MAY 3rd & 4th Tickets available online, by phone and at The Lyric Box Office! www.lyrictheatre.com • (772) 286-7827 22 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization The Lyric Theatre Box Office (772) 286-7827 www.LyricTheatre.com 23 Charles Clement Todd & Margaret Gibbs Elizabeth Koster Dr. & Mrs. Domingo Ngo Robert Semple Calvin Clemons David Gideon Jeffrey Krauskopf Nis Air Conditioning Evelyn & Bernard Sensale 2017-18 Contributors Jack Coden James Giffoniello Janet & Richard Krenke Peg & Jack Nolan Ken Shaffer Wendy & Barry Cohn Judy Gindele Maureen Krosin Tom & Ellen Noneman Allen Shapiro Thank you to all those generous contributors who have donated $100 or more to The Lyric Theatre as of November 15, 2017. If we Robert & Mendy Coker Marsha Gintzler Karl Krueger Janice Norman Kevin & Deborah Sharkey Sarah Coleman Steven Gladstone Linda & Scott Kuhns Charles Notabartolo Roger Shepheard & have inadvertently overlooked your name in this listing, please accept our sincere apology and notify our Development David & Cynthia Collier Porfirio & MaryAnn Gomez Col. Nicholas & Carole Kuzemka Mr. & Mrs. Robert Nowikowski Sandra Krenn-Shepheard Director, Linda Prange, at 772.220.1942, extension 209. Lois & James Collins John & Kathy Gonzalez Thomas Labelle Marianne & Hugh O’Boyle Richard & Julie Shelby Mr. & Mrs. Fred L. Comfort Samuel Good lll Charles A. LaForge Jr. Mary O’Callaghan Frederick Shilling Dorothy Conant Deborah Goodwin Linda Lambrecht Leona O’Connor Thomas Shumaker The following donors have generously committed to providing John Connelly David & Clair Gordon Barbara LaMirand George & Rigmor Olesen Arlene Simms Louis Consiglio Wendy & David Gordon Rusty Landgren Tammy Oleson John Simoni sustained support of The Lyric over a five-year period as part of Gregory & Mickie Cook Diane & Fred Graczyk Judith Lankau Joanie Oram Moises Siperstein the Director’s Circle program: JJ Coolican Henry & Rachelle Grady Brian & Karen Lavan Grant & Cindy Osborne Joan C. Smith Mrs. Stuart Corder Pamela Graham Edward & Sandra Young Lawlor Osceola Street Cafe Mark & Kim Smith Director’s Circle Rod Smith Robert P. Bauman Mrs. Elizabeth Herold John & Denise Marino Janet & Charles Seidler Richard Costello Susan Grajewski Charles Lawrence Tony & Rose Oteri The Herold Family Paul & Tasha Shirley Gary & Jan Coton Lois & Hadar D. 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28 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization The Lyric Theatre Box Office (772) 286-7827 www.LyricTheatre.com 29 UPPER BALCONY DISABLED PATRONS: Special seating arrangements can be made with the Box Office LOWER BALCONY at the time you purchase tickets, based on availability. ORCHESTRA WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE continued from page 17 accepting a position with the renowned over 3,000 live shows and 10 recorded and 2 albums recorded, Tito Puente, Jr. is Stradivarius violin. Do not miss this one- Originally from Georgia, Bufford grew Second City comedy troupe based in albums later, the group has no plans to stop exposing a new generation of fans to the night-only performance. Proudly sponsored by up listening to the music of Liza Minelli, Chicago. A year later, Klein was cast by anytime soon. Latin music genre. Mrs. Joan McGowan. Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, and Dinah the famous director Mike Nichols in the Washington. After studying Musical Broadway musical The Apple Tree. In 1975, The band attributes their continued success Theater at Ithica College, Carole Bufford Robert Klein became the first of many to to their fanatic audience, and it’s a well- quickly made a name for herself in the appear in a live concert on HBO. Since his diversified crowd for sure. The country- Joshua Bell (February 5, 2018 Broadway Babies are cabaret and jazz scenes in New York City. debut on the network, Klein has completed music folks adore the storytelling, the Her show, speak easy, featuring the Grammy 7:00pm) Joshua Bell is one of the most Back (February 6, 2018 7:00pm) 9 one-man shows for HBO throughout his bluegrass-heads love the instrumentals, celebrated violinists of his era recording award-winning Vince Giordano and the career. His most recent HBO special aired in Celtic fans love their devotion to tradition, In a show packed with talent, narrator and Nighthawks, received rave reviews from the more than 40 CDs garnering Grammy, creator Barry Day takes audiences on a 2010, which earned an Emmy nomination. and the rockers simply relish the passion Mercury, Gramophone and Echo Klassik Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Over his career, Klein has been nominated they play their instruments with. Each journey with some of the greatest Broadway In addition to earning Nightlife, Bistro and awards and is recipient of the Avery beauties of all time, from Ethel Merman for two Grammy Awards, two Emmys, and band member, in their own way, expresses Fisher Prize. Perhaps the event that most BroadwayWorld awards for Oustanding won the LA Drama Critics Circle Award a deep gratitude for their fans, but it’s to Barbra Streisand, Angela Lansbury Vocalist, Bufford recently made her London transformed his reputation from ‘musician’s and more. The musical revue stars Klea for his performance in the hit Neil Simon best summed up in the words of Patrick musician’ to ‘household name’ was his debut. musical They’re Playing Our Song. Murphy: “The fans are the ones that have Blackhurst, Carole Bufford, and Marissa incognito performance in a Washington, Mulder who channel the unforgettable given us this life. We’re here for them.” D.C. subway station in 2007 for a Washington Completing the Broadway Babies trio is In addition to his stand-up comedy and talent of these legends, accompanied by the Marissa Mulder. Known as one of the most Pauly and the Goodfellas - Post article which sparked an international vocals of Eric Comstock. Broadway productions, Robert Klein has The History of Rock and Roll discussion which continues to this day and successful young cabaret artists working appeared in television and film, co-starring Feb. 1st 2018 | 7:00pm in Manhattan, Mulder was named “Rising Tito Puente Jr. – A inspired the 2013 release of the children’s Barry Day is the leading visionary behind in the NBC series Sisters and recently book The Man With The Violin. Star of the Year” by Time Out New York in landing a recurring guest role on the long- perform the best of the Drifters, the Walk in My Father’s the celebrated revue Kander & Ebb...And 2013. Her show Tom...In His Words: The Songs Coasters, Bill Haley and the Comets, and All That Jazz, and now presents Broadway running drama Law & Order. In total, Klein Shoes (February 3, 2018 7:00pm) Born and raised in Bloomington, Indiana, of Tom Waits was called “far and away the more. Journeying into the 1960s, Pauly and Son of the legendary American salsa and Babies are Back. Born in England, Day is a has appeared on The Tonight Show and the Joshua Bell was given a violin at the age season’s best show” by Stephen Holden of the the Goodfellas explore the sounds of an era Latin jazz musician Tito Puente, Tito fellow of the Royal Society of Arts and a Late Show with David Letterman over 100 of 4 by his parents after they noticed him New York Times. A 2013 winner of the Noel with a focus on the legendary Four Seasons. Puente, Jr. has big shoes to fill. And trustee of the Noel Coward Foundation. times, and has appeared in films such as plucking tunes with rubber bands he had Coward and Julie Wilson Award, Marissa The show continues into Motown, the Beach boy does he! A favorite at The Lyric The actor and director was awarded the How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, Two Weeks stretched around his dresser drawer handles. Mulder is a featured guest on Piano Jazz on Boys, straight to the Blues Brothers. Finally, Theatre, Tito Puente, Jr. returns for Order of the British Empire by Queen Notice, and Hooper, among others. Recently, By 12, he was serious about the instrument, NPR. The rising star has performed at the relive the disco years with Pauly and the another night of exhilarating Latin Elizabeth II for his “services to British Robert Klein has published his first book thanks in large part to the inspiration Josef Carlyle, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Joe’s Goodfellas in a tribute to the Village People rhythms that will get your feet moving. culture in the United States.” He is well with Simon & Schuster titled Amorous Busboy Gingold, his beloved teacher and mentor. At Pub, and the Metropolitan Room. Her most and beyond. Best experienced live and in person, this known in the Florida theater community of Decatur Avenue, a coming-of-age memoir 14, Bell premiered as a soloist with the recent show, Marilyn in Fragments, has earned intimate performance will feature songs and beyond for his thoughtful and about Klein’s experience growing up in the Philadelphia Orchestra and the rest is rave reviews from The New York Times. off Tito’s album Got Mambo? and more, entertaining musical revues of some of the ‘50s and ‘60s before his show business career. history. Proudly sponsored by Mrs. Joan McGowan. bringing a taste of contemporary jazz to United States’ most famous composers. the traditional mambo style. continued on page 34 Gaelic Storm (February 2, In addition to recording and touring, Joshua Starring in Broadway Babies are Back is Klea 2018 7:00pm) Gaelic Storm is back with Bell has appeared on television shows such Always honoring his father’s legacy, Blackhurst. Blackhurst was born and raised another wild night of country, rock, folk as The Tonight Show, Live From Lincoln Tito Puente, Jr. has also made a name in Salt Lake City and is perhaps best known and more. A combination of traditional Center, and the Grammy Awards. In 2011 Pauly and the for himself as one of the most exciting for her role in Everything the Traffic Will Celtic roots and up-beat rhythms, infectious Bell was named the Music Director of Goodfellas The Latin musicians touring today. Puente, Allow, a tribute to the life and music of Ethel spirit, and witty lyrics, Gaelic Storm keeps the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Jr. has performed in over 300 shows in a Merman. The show debuted in New York History of Rock and listeners on their toes. Known by some for becoming the first person to hold the post variety of venues across the country, from in 2001 and earned the inaugural Special Soul (February 1, 2018 7:00pm) The their appearance in the 1997 film Titanic, since Sir Neville Marriner founded the jazz festival stages to grand symphony Achievement Award from Time Out New “ultimate show from the gangstas of soul,” the unique group has continued to build a orchestra in 1958. Bell was member of halls. In 2004, Tito Puente, Jr. released York magazine. Klea Blackhurst Pauly and the Goodfellas The History of following. A self-described “touring band,” President Obama’s Committee on the Arts the celebrated album In My Father’s Shoes, has performed in the top Joshua Bell Rock and Soul will take you through the Gaelic Storm puts all their heart and soul and the Humanities and in April 2016, Feb. 5th 2018 | 7:00pm which inspired a BET Jazz television performance venues in the history of the rock and soul genres in this into their live performances. he participated in the U.S. government’s special with the same name. Tito has world including Carnegie premier musical comedy adventure. A grand inaugural cultural mission to Cuba. Bell also appeared on the NPR tribute The Hall, Royal Albert Hall, tribute to the 1950s and ‘60s, Pauly and the Founded by Patrick Murphy, Steve has performed for three U.S. Presidents as Apollo at 70: A Hot Night in Harlem and and Jazz at Lincoln Goodfellas The History of Rock and Soul Twigger, Steve Wehmeyer, and Brian well as the President of China and devoted the ABC soap opera One Life to Live. Center, to name a few. explore the way that soul transformed the Walsh, Gaelic Storm began in 1996 at himself to several charitable causes, most In 2010, Tito Puente, Jr. released Got Her theater credits musical landscape of America from Aretha O’Brien’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in notably Education Through Music, which Mambo? embarking on a new era in include Mama Franklin to the Temptations, from the Santa Monica, California. With the hope helps put instruments in the hands of his musical career. The album featured Morton in Chicago, Isley Brothers to Stevie Wonder. The show of creating a unique sound by combining thousands of children in America’s inner guests Hansel & Raul and Bobby Cruz, Sally Adams in Call features the founding member Pauly, the Scottish, Irish, and pop music together, the cities. Me Madam, and “sweetest singer this side of the equator” group became a sensation overnight in their combining traditional mambo with new and innovative salsa compositions. Reno Sweeney in Joey, the wacky and wild Reese, and the local town. Only a year later, Gaelic Storm As the New York Times aptly stated, “Mr. Anything Goes. multi-talented, genre-bending Shane-O. caught the attention of the filmmaker Bell doesn’t stand in anyone’s shadow” and For his performance this year, Tito Puente, James Cameron, who booked them for a after 30 years of performing as a soloist, Jr. will perform all of the songs that have Joining Klea Pauly and the Goodfellas begin their show role in his upcoming film. It was there that conductor, and recording artist, Bell shaped both his father’s legacy and his Blackhurst is in the ‘50s, in a style reminiscent of the the quartet got their biggest break. As continues to cast a large shadow. After an own, embracing a genre-bending form of actress and critically-acclaimed PBS series. Paying the band in the ship steerage party scene incredible season performing in venues from Latin music that has critics and audiences singer Carole tribute to some of the greatest groups in the massively popular movie Titanic, Germany to Japan, Joshua Bell will perform tapping their toes. With years of touring Bufford. of the mid-20th century, the Goodfellas Gaelic Storm was shot into stardom. Now, at The Lyric Theatre on the 1713 Huberman
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This baseball star played an An inspiring exploration important role in integrating of the lives and work of professional sports. Young notable American women audiences join Jackie as just in time for Women’s he learns valuable lessons History Month! From Amelia from his mother, then cheer Earhart and Laura Ingalls him on as he scores his first Wilder to Sacajawea and home run as a professional Susan B. Anthony, this play baseball player. Volunteers celebrates the courageous, even join Jackie onstage to confident women who have help him overcome bullying helped shape our country. without fighting back. The Jackie Robinson story is This powerful production the perfect complement to includes themes of Black History celebrations perseverance, integrity, and and inspires young people patriotism while covering to do what is right, follow important curricular their dreams and never give standards and building key up. Grades 3 - 8 skills. Grades 3 - 8 Southeast Florida Honor Flight SUPER Proudly Presents Wednesday, January 17th, 2018 I 10:15am & 11:45am Tuesday, March 27th, 2018 I 10:15am & 11:45am THINGS HAPPEN Donate. Advocate. Volunteer. A Heartfelt THANK YOU to the Discovery Series Scholarship Fund sponsored BECAUSE OF ladies of Women Supporting the by U.S. Sugar. Educators of Martin County Title 1 Arts for awarding a grant to Schools are eligible to apply for the Scholarship, PEOPLE The Lyric Theatre’s Discovery please visit www.lyrictheatre.com/discovery-series Series Program! for the application and requirements. LIKE YOU!
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Accompanying Blackhurst, Bufford, and Bravo Amici will perform hits from pop, percussionist, and bassists, Abbacadabra advertisement and The Hot Sardines the spot is celebrated by Mulder is vocalist Eric Comstock. Born classical, and opera repertoires, combining was founded in 2004 by Gary Raffanelli. was formed. In another incredible set audiences and critics in Manhattan and raised in New Jersey, all three genres for a style that is quite With looks astonishingly similar to ABBA, of circumstances, Palazzo and Bougerol alike. Comstock considers himself a champion of unique. The classically trained tenors founder Benny Andersson, Raffanelli and the booked their first gig from an anonymous the American Songbook. Melding jazz and and divas bring audiences of different rest of the band performed for the first time inquiry for a jazz band to perform at a last Aware of her pop, Eric has recorded and performed with backgrounds together in a show that defies at the El Dorado Resort and Casino in Reno, minute gig. The last minute gig happened calling at an Andy Bey, Frank Wess, Houston Person, boundaries as it creates a new genre of Nevada. It wasn’t long before the tribute to be the Midsummer’s Night Swing at early age, Paula and Wycliffe Gordon. In addition to his music. Partial proceeds to benefit The Salvation band swept the country, and soon the oceans, Lincoln Center in New York, and from Poundstone successful CD recordings, Comstock has Army of Martin County. as they performed for the inaugural cruises their debut performance, The Hot Sardines dropped out of also co-created three critically-acclaimed of the Princess Cruise Lines’ Ruby Princess, have only gotten hotter. high school to touring shows: Made for the Movies: A the Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Paula Poundstone pursue her comedic Feb. 18th 2018 | 6:00pm & 8:30pm Hollywood Songbook, Singing Astaire, and Abbacadabra – The Seas, and more. The group’s high-energy performances career. The gamble Our Sinatra. A regular performer at some of Ultimate Abba and infectious melodies have continued to paid off, and Poundstone quickly the top nightclubs in New York City, Eric Known for their authentic recreations of earn The Hot Sardines fans from around became recognized as one of Comstock was one of the last performers to Tribute (February 8, 2018 7:00pm) the disco music and dress, Abbacadabra the world. Inspired by greats including the leading comedians The Motowners headline at the Oak Room at the Algonquin Take a journey back to the time when went international in 2007, performing to Fats Waller, Django Rheinhardt, and of her generation, – The Ultimate Hotel. Along with his frequent musical disco was king with one of the world’s most standing-room-only crowds throughout Louis Armstrong, the jazz ensemble highlighted for her ability Motown Tribute partner and wife Barbara Fasano, Eric has authentic ABBA tribute bands, Abbacadabra. Europe. The group is managed by none released their self-titled debut album on to capture and maintain her (February 19, 2018 7:00pm) Get received multiple MAC, Bistro, and New Covering 20 of the Swedish pop group’s other than Jerry Greenberg who, back in iTunes in 2014. An immediate success, the audience’s attention again and again. The Band ready to be transported back to the time York Nightlife awards. The vocalist recently biggest hits, Abbacadabra performs beloved 1974 at the age of 32, signed the then up- album spent over a year on the Billboard veteran comedian is a regular panelist on when the Temptations and the Four Tops began teaching the American Songbook to songs from “Mamma Mia” to “Waterloo” in an and-coming Swedish pop group ABBA for Jazz Charts and debuted in the top 10 NPR’s weekly news quiz show Wait Wait... ruled the airwaves with The Motowners. A acting students at Sanford Meisner’s acting evening that will have you wondering whether their first US record contract at Atlantic alongside Michael Bublé, Lady Gaga, and Don’t Tell Me, where she holds the record tribute band that celebrates the great artists conservatory, The Neighborhood Playhouse. you’re watching a cover band or the real thing! Records. “I know ABBA inside and out and Tony Bennett. Always pushing boundaries for game losses. “The others cheat,” she says and compositions of the Motown years, Don’t miss the songs that made Broadway - From the biggest cruise ships in the world to when I first saw Abbacadabra perform, I and keeping fans on their toes, The magnanimously, “you wouldn’t think NPR The Motowners will perform hits by Diana Broadway this season! the largest casinos in Nevada, Abbacadabra couldn’t believe it,” says Greenberg. “It was Hot Sardines has released a number of would put up with that.” Paula Poundstone Ross and the Supremes, Smokey Robinson, has taken the world by storm with their like watching the real deal.” So watch the shocking interpretations of classics from became the first woman to win the CableACE Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and more. recreations of ABBA in all its glory. real deal this year at The Lyric Theatre a tango version of “People Will Say We’re Award for Best Standup Comedy Special in Featuring powerful vocalists and a tight when Abbacadabra comes to town. in Love” from the musical Oklahoma! to the 1990s, and then received the honor of rhythm section, The Motowners perform An extensive production with a cast that Robert Palmer’s 1985 song “Addicted to first woman to perform standup comedy at Bravo Amici (February 7, 2018 all your favorite soul and blues classics with includes highly-trained vocalists and Love,” reimagined with Miz Elizabeth’s the White House Correspondent’s Dinner, a 7:00pm) Back by popular demand, Bravo style. Revisit one of the most wonderful internationally-renowned keyboardists, soothing vocals. In their latest album, role not until then offered to a woman in its Amici’s talented tenors and divas whose eras in music at this lively concert on the French Fries + Champagne, released in seventy-two year history. vocal style blends the genres of pop and The Hot Sardines historic Lyric stage. Partial proceeds to benefit 2016, the Tony-award winning actor Alan classical returns with their tribute to the (February 14, 2018 7:00pm & February St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church. emerging genre of contemporary classic 15, 2018 7:00pm) Fueled by the belief Cumming is featured as a guest on the In addition to her roles on radio and the crossover music. Singing a collection of that classic jazz feeds the heart and soul, recording “When I Get Low, I Get High.” stage, Paula Poundstone has also starred in classical and contemporary arias, Bravo The Hot Sardines are on a mission to television specials on networks including Amici’s vocalists are some of the most make old sounds new again and prove that As popular in small-town America as they HBO and Bravo. The comedienne has won acclaimed international performers, having joyful music can bring people together in a are in New York City, The Hot Sardines an Emmy Award and also served as “official Dallas String Quartet (February 22, 2018 7:00pm) The Dallas sold more than 3 million albums. Bravo Amici disconnected world. Returning from a sold- have only begun making their mark on correspondent” for The Tonight Show’s String Quartet is “not your grandma’s string takes on the best of pop and opera, imbuing out performance, The Hot Sardines bring the the contemporary jazz world. With more coverage of the 1992 presidential race. In quartet.” Bringing classical and contemporary the genres with a taste of the classical. sounds of the 20s, 30s, and 40s to the 21st than 100 shows a year, the jazz ensemble 2016 she was in the Academy Award-winning music together in a revolutionary combination century. A beloved jazz ensemble in their draws audiences from every generation Pixar animated film Inside Out as “Forgetter of acoustic and electric string instruments, Bravo Amici is brought to you by the home of New York City, The Hot Sardines and background, proving that hard work Paula”. Named one of Comedy Central’s 100 the Dallas-based ensemble has performed creators of the world’s first opera has garnered a following of music lovers and innovation breed success. In their Greatest Standups of All Time, Poundstone their high-energy shows for audiences around band, Amici Forever. Founder and and critics alike with their unique performance at The Lyric Theatre, The has also been inducted into the Comedy Hall the world. From “Sweet Child of Mine” to original cast member Geoff Sewell covers of classic standards. Led by Hot Sardines will perform the unique of Fame in 2010. “Thriller” to Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons,” the also stars in Bravo Amici, the latest vocalist “Miz Elizabeth” Bougerol interpretations of beloved classics that have Dallas String Quartet’s performances are contemporary classical crossover and Evan “Bibs” Palazzo, the jazz brought them fame in America and beyond. In 2016, Paula Poundstone’s first double-live never the same and never boring. A show the group. A tenor from New Zealand, group brings together sounds CD North by Northwest: Paula Poundstone whole family will enjoy! Sewell is a multi-platinum selling from New Orleans, Paris, and Live! debuted at #1 on Amazon’s Hot New international recording New York to make music unlike Releases in Nonfiction and Comedy. That The Dallas String Quartet features Eleanor artist, known as one any other. same year, Poundstone appeared on the Paula Poundstone Dunbar and Melissa Priller on violin, Ion of the creators of the hit television drama show Major Crimes. (February 18, 2018 6:00pm & 8:30pm) Zanca on viola, and Young Heo on bass. world’s first “pop-opera” The creation of The Following her book There is Nothing in This Beloved at The Lyric and around the world, The group has performed alongside some group. A revolutionary in the Hot Sardines is an interesting Book That I Meant to Say, the comedy genius’ Paula Poundstone returns for another of the music industry’s greatest performers, pop and classical genres, Sewell story. Founders Evan Palazzo and second hardcover book will debut in May memorable performance. 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