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THE MORNING JOURNAL STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON 1 This season’s Performing Artists Series features an array of music and entertainment in the Hoke Theatre, including:

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Center’s New Season Neil Berg’s “50 Years of Rock & Roll” Lucky Chops Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. are Now on Sale With a cast consisting of both stars from Broadway’s Redefining what it means to be a brass band, Lucky Chops Tickets for the Stocker Arts Center’s 2018-2019 perfor- greatest rock musicals, as well as incredible Rock & Roll stormed onto the scene in 2015. With roots in New York’s mances are on sale now, including the Performing Artists singers, Berg shares the often unknown stories from the LaGuardia Arts High School, the band started out perform- Series, Studio Sessions, Random Acts, Student Mati- fi fty-year history of the music that changed the world for- ing on the streets of New York and in small venues around nees and the Fall Film Series. This season’s high-energy ever. The show shares fascinating stories and groundbreak- the city. With a mission to capture the energy of a rock band entertainment celebrates the center’s 38th year on Lorain ing music, with tributes to such important and iconic rock with the dance-ability of an EDM DJ (electronic dance music County Community College’s campus. stars/groups/ events/genres as Chuck Berry, Little Richard, DJ), the group took their act to the New York City subway “The new season will bring a mix of high-energy pro- Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, Frankie system where they grew a legion of followers. It was one fessional performers that range in style and genre,” direc- Valli, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Motown, Aretha Franklin, The tourist from South America who posted a cell phone video of tor Janet Herman Barlow said. Each act in the Performing Who, Janis Joplin, Woodstock, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole the band in March of 2015 that changed everything. Within Artists Series will take audiences on musical journeys from King, Led Zeppelin, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, days, millions of people had viewed the video. Lucky Chops Motown favorites with Masters of Soul, to ’60s favorites Aerosmith, Linda Ronstadt, Bruce Springsteen, The Eagles, found themselves on a European tour which included shows performed by The Midtown Men to Neil Berg’s show Fleetwood Mac, Disco, New Wave, Journey and more. in Denmark and France, further expanding their global fan covering 50 Years of Rock and Roll, to today’s hits with base. Upon returning to NYC, Lucky Chops went back into the subway and began performing at clubs. Now with a “America’s Got Talent” sweetheart, Mandy Harvey, who The Midtown Men will be on a double bill with Grammy-nominated Raul large fan base and over 40 million views on their videos, Four Stars from the Original Broadway Cast of Midón, to contemporary a cappella hits with Rockapella. Lucky Chops is setting out to show the world the pure magic Jersey Boys that happens every time they get together. BUYING YOUR TICKETS Sunday, November 18, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. They took Broadway by storm in one of the biggest hits of • By phone at (440) 366-4040 all-time. Now The Midtown Men are bringing their magic to Raul Midón & • Online at StockerArtsCenter.com Stocker Arts Center, singing their favorite ’60s hits from The Mandy Harvey • In person at the Stocker Box Office Beatles, The Rascals, The Turtles, Motown, Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at • By mail to Stocker Arts Center along The FoFourur Seasons and more. The show 7:30 pp..m.m. with a check made payable to LCCC reunites Tony Award-winner Singer-songwriter HaHarrveyvey was Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, a vocal music educatieducationon major at Stocker Arts Center is located on the campus of Lorain Daniel Reichard (who is Colorado State UniversUniversity when sheshe County Community College at 1005 North Abbe Road, from Rocky River originally) lost heherr residualresidual hearinghearing at agagee 18 Elyria, Ohio. Follow Stocker Arts Center on Facebook and and Tony Award nominee due to a connectiveconnective tissuetissue disodisorderderr,, andand @StockerArts on Twitter and Instagram. J. Robert Spencer in this left the progrprogram. She pupursuedrsued severseveral careercareer one-of-a-kind concert optionsoptions, but retureturnedrned to musmusicic in 2008.2008. SheShe has made experience. These tal- tremendous impacimpactt by wawayy ooff “America’merica’s Got Talent” ented entertainers shared having reached the fi nals, was Simon Cowell’s Golden the Broadway stage for Buzzer WinWinnnerer, and in additiaddition, CNN’s “Great“Great Big StorStory”y” over 1,000 performances in capturedcaptured over 10 millionmillion hits onon ssocialocial mmedia.edia. HarveyHarvey just “Jersey Boys.” The Midtown released her fi rstrst book “Sensing The RhRhythm,ythm, Finding My Men have thrilled crowds Voice In a WoWorldrld WithouWithout Sound,” with a message of helpinghelping on concert stages across the others to realize ththeireir dreamsdreams and purpursuesue their hopes. US, Canada Beijing, VeVenicenice Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter and guitarist (440) 366-4040 • StockerArtsCenter.com and beyond. Midón has earned renown as one of music’s momostst distinctive 2 STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON THE MORNING JOURNAL Performing Artists Series continued Rockapella Wednesday, May 8, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. They’ve become one of the world’s most sophisticated, last- ing and imitated vocal groups around today. Since the early ’90s when they first achieved national television fame on PBS’s “Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?” Rocka- pella has toured the globe and provided a funky powerful soundtrack to several generations of vocal music fans, while keeping it all fresh along the way. With buckets of catchy Stocker Arts Center offers dinner prior to the original pop songs, and complete contemporary revisions Performing Artists Series shows. Dinners are held in the of sparkling Motown, pop, and soul classics, this group has Norton Culinary Arts Center or Spitzer Conference Center always been the one to watch. As one of the progenitors next to Stocker Arts Center and seatings are at 5:45 p.m. of the astonishing full-band sound of “contemporary” a or 6:15 p.m. Tickets for dinner are $30 per person. and searching voices – “a one-man band…who is spiritually cappella, Rockapella has shown every audience the raw The Performing Artist Series single connected,” according to The New York Times, and “an eclec- power of pure vocal talent and originality. The current tickets are $40 for orchestra and $33 for tic adventurist,” in the words of People magazine. The New Rockapella line-up features Scott Leonard (since 1991, mezzanine seats. Tickets are $10 for active duty Mexico native has released eight albums since 1999, includ- high tenor), Jeff Thacher (1993, vocal percussionist), military members, as well as youth 18 and un- ing the acclaimed studio productions Don’t Hesitate (Mack Calvin Jones (2013, tenor), Mitchell Rains (2016, tenor) der and students with valid IDs. Subscriptions Lucky ChopsAvenue/Artistry, 2014), Synthesis (Decca/Universal, 2009), A and Bryant Vance (2016, bass). are now on sale now for 3, 4, 5 and 6-shows. World Within a World (Manhattan/EMI, 2007) and State of Mind (Manhattan/EMI, 2005). Midón’s ninth studio album, “Bad Ass and Blind,” which was Grammy-nominated, was released via Mack Avenue/Artistry Music on March 24, 2017. The Beth K. Stocker Art Gallery The fall lineup of exhibitions is: Masters of Soul Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. “LUSH” – An Exhibition and Sale of Original Works Masters of Soul is a celebration of the legendary songs and by Master Printmaker David C. Jansheski performers that defined Motown and soul music. The show Now through Friday, September 14, 2018 features stylishly costumed, fully choreographed perfor- The James F. Pye Community Art Exhibit mances of both male and female groups backed by a live Now through Tuesday, October 30, 2018 band. For many, Masters of Soul is the ultimate stroll down Beth K. Stocker Art Gallery Lounge memory lane. For younger generations, the show offers an opportunity to experience an era in our country’s history “From Grit to Glimmer: that produced many of the greatest music acts ever re- Generations of Stories Told Through Metal” corded. Based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the 10-person cast Thursday, September 27 – Friday., November 16, 2018 consists of three lead male vocalists and three lead female Artists’ Reception: Thurday, September 27 from 4-7 p.m. vocalists backed by a four-piece band of seasoned musi- “A Thrilling Act: The Art of Anthony Eterovich” cians who’ve been touring together for decades. Masters Thursday, Nov. 29 – Friday, December 14, 2018 of Soul has performed to numerous sold-out audiences and Opening Reception: Thursday, November 29 from 4-7 p.m. garnered rave reviews across the country. Masters of Soul 2019 Lorain County Regional Scholastic Art Exhibit performs the music of Gladys Knight & The Pips, Marvin The Beth K. presented by Nordson Corporation Gaye & Tammi Terrell, Smokey Robinson & the Miracles, The Stocker Art Gal- Monday, January 14 to Friday, February 22, 2019 Temptations, The Four Tops, Diana Ross & The Supremes, lery is a major Artists’ Reception: Sunday, January 13 from 1-3 p.m. Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, Barry White, Sam & Dave, center for vi- Gold Key and Awards Ceremony: Sunday, February 10 James Brown and many more. sual art in Lorain from 1-3 p.m. County, showcas- ing art exhibi- “Teaching the Future in the Past and Present” – tions by local, Art Teachers’ Exhibition regional, and national artists. The Beth K. Stocker Art Thursday, February 28 to Friday, April 5, 2019 Gallery is located on the second floor of the Stocker Artists’ Reception: Thursday, February 28 from 4-7 p.m. Arts Center on the LCCC campus. 2019 LCCC Student Art Exhibit Exhibitions are free and open to the public during Thursday, April 11 to Friday, April 26, 2019 the dates of display, Monday through Friday from Opening Reception: Thursday, April 11 from 5-7 p.m. 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and by appointment by call- 2019 LCCC Portfolio Exhibit ing (440) 366-4140. It is also open for many evening Friday, May 3 to Friday, May 17, 2019 and weekend events. Opening Reception: Friday, May 3 from 5-7 p.m.

THE MORNING JOURNAL STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON 3 Studio Sessions Series in the Cirigliano Studio Theatre include: Jeff Varga Double CD Release Concert Alex Bevan Friday & Saturday, Lake Erie Legacy October 12 and 13, 2018 at 8 p.m. Friday, March 1, 2019 at 8 p.m. Join the singer, songwriter and performer Retro Boy Returns-The Great Ohio with special musical guests for an evening of Slide Continues original material from Jeff’s two new releas- Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 8 p.m. es, “One More Hour” and “Leftovers From Bevan previously wrote and performed Tomorrow.” Varga started making music as “Skinny Little Boy,” “Grand River Lul- an all-American, Beatle’s-loving 16-year-old, laby” and “Have Another Laugh on too young to play Cleveland clubs without a Cleveland Blues.” Friday night’s show, chaperone. After high school, he moved to A Christmas Cabaret “Lake Erie Legacy,” is Bevan’s homage to the lake and the islands. Beginning in New York City to attend the American Acad- The Musical Theater Project 1991 with his critically acclaimed disk Lee Murdock – emy of Dramatic Arts as an actor and started Friday, December 14, 2018 at 8 p.m. “Watersongs,” again with “South Shore playing open and Saturday, December 15, 2018 Great Lakes Ghosts Serenade,” then finally with “Sweetwater mics and coffee at 2 p.m. Friday & Saturday, Pete,” Bevan explores the stories, melo- houses in the The show isn’t complete until everyone joins October 5 and 6, 2018 at 8 p.m. dies and mythic personas that populate East Village. in on “White Christmas” - but that’s just Lee Murdock returns to the Studio Ses- Lake Erie’s historical (and fictional) After many one of several dozen songs that appeal to sions Series with a special holiday program treasure trove of tales. Saturday’s show, adventures, Jeff every generation. Host Bill Rudman will be just in time for Halloween with songs and “Retro Boy Returns - The Great Ohio returned home joined by Bridie Carrol, Nancy Maier and supernatural legends and spooky tales of Slide Continues” features his freewheel- and currently Joe Monaghan. The hits range from “Winter ghost ships, haunted lighthouses, and other ing romp through the past with a wink to performs on Wonderland,” “Let It Snow” and “Have “unexplained” and “eerie” but “true” tales the present. It combines all the old favor- Cleveland-area stages and also does multi- Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”, to Irving from Lake Erie and the other Great Lakes. ites from his performances on the college state tours. He scored and performed the Berlin’s 102-year old salute to Santa Claus Murdock is well known for plumbing the circuit as well as the WMMS days along theme song for the award winning short film and our inevitable tributes to Rudolph, Frosty depths of the Great Lakes for work songs with assorted tall tales from “the day.” and historic ballads. out of Los Angeles, “Burnt.” and that mean one, Mr. Grinch.

4 STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON THE MORNING JOURNAL jazz this much loved quartet will celebrate Elyria native and award-winning musical Austin Walkin’ Cane and the legacy and work of some of the great performer, Jackson, was hosting a concert Kristine Jackson-Blues from the songwriters who made their mark in the fundraiser to assist the Leukemia Lymphoma Heart of the Rock & Roll City ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s. Society at the historic G.A.R. Hall in Peninsula, Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 8 p.m. Ohio. She decided to invite three of her favorite Anne E. DeChant Trio Outstanding guitar, slide guitar and Dobro female Cleveland artists to join her to present skills with powerhouse vocals and a lot of Friday & Saturday, March 29 and 30, something special and different to the local 2019 at 8 p.m. hootin’ and hollerin’ have made Walkin’ scene: Becky Boyd, Rachel Brown and Emma Cane one of “Cleveland’s favorite front- DeChant is an award-winning Nashville Shook. Each one of these ladies is a power- recording artist originally from Cleveland, man.” His placement during the 2009 Helen Welch-Songwriters Hall house artist that can host a class-act show on International Blues Festival has led to where she was a five-time Singer-Song- their own, but they combine their artistic sen- of Fame writer of the Year. She has shared the stage invitations to perform at the Blues on sibilities and deliver a one of kind show when Broadband Festival in the Gold Coast and Friday & Saturday, March 22 and 23, with performers such as Stevie Nicks, Norah they perform as Sisters In Song. Boyd has been 2019 at 8 p.m. Jones, Joan Armatrading, Sheryl Crow and the Himalayan Blues Festival in Nepal. on the scene for 40 plus years, won numer- Jackson’s early career was as a trumpet Within the intimate space of the Cirigliano the Indigo Girls, and has played venues ous awards for her vocal skills and usually has Studio Theatre, Welch shines the spotlight ranging from the Clinton White House to player backing up vocalists. Since then the audience in stitches with her stage banter she has made a name not only as a guitar on the accomplishments of songwriters who such storied listening rooms as Nashville’s and antics. Brown is Cleveland’s piano boogie have provided us with the words and music Bluebird Cafe, the Evening Muse in Char- player, but also as a studio musician and queen as she complements her unique vocals songwriter. She has opened for B.B. King, that form the soundtrack of our lives includ- lotte, Music Box Supper Club in Cleveland, with a twist of Dolly, Patsy and Linda Ronstadt. ing such luminaries as Joni Mitchell, Stevie Kimbro’s in Franklin, Tennessee, and Frog Buddy Guy, Mavis Staples and more. The Shook is the fourth sister when her schedule two have been friends for years and join Wonder, Elton John, Billy Joel, James Taylor, Pond in Silver Hill, Alabama. Before begin- allows, she keeps a busy calendar as she per- Carole King, Bill Withers, Jimmy Webb, Paul ning her solo career, DeChant was the lead together to share their friendship through forms full-time with the Cleveland Orchestra. a combination of creativity, genuine felt Simon and many more. Internationally ac- singer for the popular rock/Americana band The vibe of this show is just good ol’ fun. claimed vocalist, entertainer and producer Odd Girl Out, based in Cleveland. blues, songwriting and a good ol’ time. Helen Welch brings her incredible team of musicians to Stocker Arts Center to honor Sisters in Song-Becky Boyd, Rachel Brown, Kristine Jackson Tickets for Studio Session events are $20 each or $10 for those songwriters whose work represents LCCC students with a valid ID, youth 18 and under, and active duty a spectrum of the most beloved songs from and Emma Shook military with valid ID. Subscriptions are also available for this series. Friday, May 17, 2019 at 8 p.m. the worlds’ popular music songbook. With StockerArtsCenter.com their own unique style of pop, blues and Sisters In Song began in the spring of 2015. CareeF Foror YYoourur Smile “WesleyanMeadows hasmade retirement Jennifer G. Robb, D.M.D. more enjoyable.” Dentistryfor Adults &Children —Judy McDonald, Resident Office: 440-960-1940

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THE MORNING JOURNAL STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON 5 The Random Acts Series The Student Matinee Series Giggle, Giggle, Quack Golden Dragon Acrobats Monday, October 8, 2018 at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 3 p.m. and 11:45 a.m. Hoke Theatre Lifeline Theatre Tickets: $15 for adults; $10 for youth 18 and under Running a farm is hard work, especially with cows that Danny Chang and his type, hens on strike, and a Golden Dragon Acrobats duck who’s always causing continue their rigorous, 30+ trouble. So Farmer Brown year US touring schedule of takes off for a well-deserved a centuries-old Chinese art vacation, leaving his brother form, presenting over 200 Bob, an accountant from the performances annually. The city, in charge. Soon it’s no The Henry Ford’s Innovation Golden Dragon Acrobats work and all play (and cake, pizza, movies, and bubble Nation – LIVE! hail from Cangzhou, Hebei province, in the People’s baths) as the animals run wild, Griffin Theatre Company Republic of China and have taking advantage of Bob’s lack Saturday, October 13, 2018 at toured the United States of experience. Will the animals 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Hoke Theatre continuously since 1978. come clean about their devious tricks, or is there more to Tickets: $15 for adults; Its members are athletes, Brother Bob than meets the eye? Take a break from the $10 for youth 18 and under actors and artists who have grind with the gang from Farmer Brown’s farm with Lifeline The two-time Emmy Award winning Satur- studied and trained for their Theatre’s hit musical adaptation of the 2002 New York day morning show comes to life in a brand craft since early childhood. Times bestselling book by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin. new production. Like the award-winning The group has toured through all 50 states and in over 65 countries television show, the live performance will across the world. In 2005, their Broadway debut at the New Victory Charlotte’s Web inspire audiences with entertaining and Theater earned two New York Drama Desk Award nominations (An- Friday, October 19, 2018 at 9:45 a.m. educational stories about yesterday and gela Chang for Best Choreography and Danny Chang for Most Unique and 11:45 a.m. today’s visionaries and innovators – high- Theatrical Experience). The troupe’s reputation remains solidly rooted in TheaterWorksUSA lighting major turning points in the past a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to This performance is based on E.B. White’s loving story of and present that influenced the fields of artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form. It showcases award- the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little science, technology, engineering, math, winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient gray spider named Charlotte. Wilbur has a problem: how the environment and social justice. The and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of to avoid winding up as pork chops! Charlotte, a fine writer Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation is produced breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty. and true friend, hits on a plan to fool Farmer Zuckerman in partnership by The Henry Ford and Lit- -- she will create a “miracle.” Spinning the words “Some ton Entertainment, a leading independent Pig” in her web, Charlotte weaves a solution which not production and distribution company. The Jonathan Kingham and Ryan Shea Smith in Concert Friday, May 24, 2019 at 7 p.m. only makes Wilbur a prize pig, but ensures his place on the Griffin Theatre Company production will farm forever. This treasured tale, featuring mad-cap and bring to life the world-changing innova- Cirigliano Studio Theatre Free with tickets available at the Stocker Box Office endearing farm animals, explores bravery, selfless love, and tions featured on the television show and the true meaning of friendship. preserved in the museum’s archives. Like With their diverse musical styles, connection to the audience and the the television show the live show will songwriters of all ages they write with, this concert will be all about feature two correspondents (along with great songs! These Nashville transplants have had long and success- The Crucible other cast members that are featured in ful careers as singer/songwriters. Kingham wrote his first song in 1996 Monday, October 29, 2018 at 10 a.m. various vignettes throughout the show) and has won 1st place in The Unisong International Song Contest, twice National Players that will narrate the performance, engage placed in the top five of the John Lennon Song contest, won first place By Arthur Miller with the audience and bridge between in the USA Songwriting Competition in Folk as well as the Overall Grand No one is safe as a reign of terror stories of innovators of the past and how Prize out of 33,000 entries, and was awarded First Place in the Gospel rips through 1692 Salem. Led they are influencing science, technology, category of the ISC songwriting contest. Smith is also a veteran songwrit- by Abigail Williams, a group of agriculture, design, making and social er and recipient of multiple songwriting awards, including his sophomore girls who claim to have seen the justice movements of today. Luminar- release “Stay Awhile,” which is a John Lennon song contest winner. Devil, hurl out charges of witch- ies of the past including Henry Ford, the Jonathan splits his time between touring, writing, recording and produc- craft, sending those who won’t Wright Brothers and George Washington ing. He also plays keyboard and steel guitar for Toad the Wet Sprocket. confess to the noose. When the Carver among others who will jump to Ryan, who honed his musical skills at the University of Washington and accusing finger points to his wife, life on stage. Their achievements will be through a steady touring schedule, is known for his incomparable singing John Proctor is forced to confront highlighted and reflected by showing ex- voice and his command of keyboard and guitar. Also performing as part his past and determine his future. Arthur Miller’s searing amples of present day innovations. This is of this concert will be our area songwriters who the duo will work with drama, inspired by the McCarthy era, comes to vivid new a family show particularly appropriate for all week on campus. Those interested in participating in the songwriting life in the National Players’ bare-knuckle staging. A pierc- children ages 10 and up. workshops, contact Janet Herman Barlow at (440) 366-7105. ing look at what can happen when truth is bent to political convenience, The Crucible is a powerful story for our time.

6 STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON THE MORNING JOURNAL Student Matinee Series continued Your Alien Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 9:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. (sensory friendly performance) Jonathan Kingham & Ryan Shea Smith Artspower Based on the book, Your “Songwriting Made Simple” Alien, written by Tammi Friday, May 24, 2019 at 10 a.m. Sauer and illustrated by Goro Fujita. Free • Cirigliano Studio Theatre ArtsPower’s newest musical touches down with a stranded With their diverse musical styles, connection to the audi- alien who strikes up a fabulous friendship with a boy who ence and the songwriters of all ages they write with here fi nds him. They go to school and have loads of fun together. at LCCC, this concert will be all about great songs. These As evening approaches, the alien grows homesick. Will the Nashville transplants have had long and successful careers boy be able to fi gure out how to help his new friend? This as singer/songwriters. funny and uplifting new musical shows how the power of Jonathan Kingham must be doing something right. In his true friendship can last a lifetime. fi rst few years on the scene, he quickly developed into a seasoned performer while sharing the stage with the likes Mysteries of Ancient Egypt of Shawn Colvin, Joan Osborne, Michael McDonald, Doug Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 9:45 a.m. Amber Brown is Not a Crayon Stone, Vanessa Carlton, and Jonatha Brooke. He has toured and 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 9:45 a.m. and 11:45 with such diverse acts as Julio Iglesias Jr. and currently Virginia Rep on Tour a.m. (sensory friendly performance) plays keyboard and guitar for the rock band Toad the Wet Inside a tiny case, two children fi nd an ancient amulet in a Artspower Sprocket. But it’s not only his live performances that are neighbor’s attic. Before her disappearance, Gama Harriet Based on the book, Amber Brown is Not a winning him fans and accolades. He took fi rst place honors had been a famed Egyptologist. But what is the meaning Crayon, written by Paula Danziger. in the National Telluride Troubadour Songwriting Contest, of the hieroglyphs inscribed on the amulet, or the scribbled Amber Brown is having what may be the worst year of The Unisong International Song Contest, as well as placing warnings found in Harriet’s journal? Before they know her life. She and Justin Daniels were the perfect team: two years in a row in the top fi ve of the John Lennon Song it, the children are magically transported back to ancient they laughed at each other’s jokes, sat next to each contest. He brought home the First Place Award in the USA Egypt in 620 BC where they meet Sema-tawy-tefnakht, a other in class, and stayed best friends when Justin’s Songwriting Competition in the Folk Category as well as the scribe to King Psamtik I. With his guidance, our two heroes dad had to move away. But now things are different. Overall Grand Prize out of a worldwide fi eld of 33,000 en- unravel their mystery while your audience learns fascinating Now, Justin’s house has been sold and he is going to tries and was awarded First Place in the Gospel category of facts about one of the world’s most amazing cultures. They Alabama; that’s too far from New Jersey to think about. the ISC songwriting contest. Based out of Nashville he splits meet princess Shepenwepet, the pharaoh’s daughter, and ArtsPower’s uniquely funny and forthright musical por- his time between touring the country and writing, recording, travel with her on a fateful sea journey to Thebes where, trays a feisty young girl producing and conducting songwriting residencies. With with our contemporary heroes’ help, she must establish a who refuses to let her a smooth blend of folk, pop, country and jazz, Kingham base of power to protect her father’s kingdom. And guess problems get the better comes armed with a quick freestyle wit, and has become a who is waiting for them there. Thrills, dazzling beauty and of her. Amber learns favorite on the circuit. www.jonathankingham.com historic fact combine in this novel melding of child-friendly some valuable lessons Seattle-native, award-winning singer/songwriter and world mystery and accurate cultural exploration. about the virtues of class performer, Ryan Shea Smith, serves up soul-stirring patience and the mean- lyrics while highlighting his rich, sophisticated voice. His The One and Only Ivan ing of forgiveness. Friday, February 1, 2019 at 9:45 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. appeal is authentic songwriting craftsmanship with jazz and Lifeline Theatre blues sensibilities. Ryan has a feel and vibe that conveys Based on the powerful bestseller by Katherine Doktor Kaboom and the Wheel of Science excitement and spontaneity displaying his confidence and Applegate and illustrated by Patricia Castelao. Thursday, March 14, 2019 at 9:45 a.m. & 11:45 a.m. dexterity. Ryan is a veteran songwriter and recipient of mul- For 27 years, the world of Ivan Doktor Kaboom is having trouble picking his tiple songwriting awards, including his sophomore release the gorilla was a dull cage in favorite science demonstrations, so he’s bring- “Stay Awhile,” which was a John Lennon song contest a roadside shopping mall. But ing them all! Unfortunately there are wwaayy too winner. He honed his musical skills at the University of when he meets Ruby, a baby many to do them all in one show. The solu- Washington and through a steady touring schedule and is elephant captured in the wild, tion: ThThee Wheel of Science! Doktor Kaboom known for his incomparable singing voice and his command Ivan’s ambitions and imagi- has built a great big spinning wheel and of keyboard and guitar. nation must grow to meet labeled it with everything from optical illu- This concert in the intimate Cirigliano Studio Theatre will the challenge of rescuing his sions to chemical reactions to a homemade feature our area songwriters who the duo has worked with endangered new companion. hovercraft, and more! At least a dozen fan- all week on campus. Those interested in participating in the Aided by Bob the scrappy dog tastic demonstrations ready to go. Wherever songwriting workshops, contact Janet Herman Barlow at and a young human ally, Ivan the wheel stops, that’s what’s next! Will we (440) 366-7105. sets out to become the great silverback and protector he turn a wawaterter bottle into a rocket or catapult was always meant to be. Enter the mind of a remarkable bananas across the stage? Electrocute a pickle Tickets for all other shows in hero in this unforgettable story of enduring friendship, or create artifi cialcial gravity? Who knows? No the Student Matinee Series (except for drawn from true events. The book is a a Newbery Medal two shows will be the same. So, step right “Songwriting Made Simple”) are $5 each. award-winner. up, and let’s spin that wheel! StockerArtsCenter.com

THE MORNING JOURNAL STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON 7 The Fall Film Series, held in the Hoke Theatre, features the fi nest art, independent, classic and foreign fi lms, and includes: The Guardians are living their lives to the fullest and My Afternoons with September 21, 2018 at Margueritte where afternoons spent reading aloud on their 7:30 pm favorite bench transform two lives and start them both on a The women of the Paridier new journey. farm must grapple with the workload while the men, including two sons, are off at the front. Filmmaker Xavier Beauvois revels in the myster- ies and beauties of the French countryside, here unravaged by war, yet keeps his focus on the drama that plays out against the upheaval of the Back To Burgundy Great War. October 19, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Three siblings reunite at their home in picturesque Burgundy to Lives Well Lived and A Bag of Marbles save the family vineyard in this My Afternoons With October 5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. tender tale of a new generation Margueritte The story of the Nazi occupation as seen through the eyes fi nding its own unique blend. As (double feature) of two young Jewish boys. Joseph and Maurice are 10 and seasons and harvests go by, they September 28, 2018 at 12, and have no real understanding of the persecution of have to learn to reinvent their re- 7:30 p.m. Jews. These tenacious urchins survive on courage, ingenu- lationship and trust in each other A double feature of Lives Well ity and more than a bit of cunning as they make their way as they work to preserve the land Lived showcasing 40 adults from 75 to 100 years old who through France hoping to reunite with their family. that ties them together.

Now offeriNg Lash Extensions & Microblading Full Extension $125 Microblading Prime Sponsor $2,000 Choice Sponsor $1,000 •Logo on banner •Sign with logo at registration Fill $50 $400 •Sign with logo at registration •Half page ad in the program •Full page ad on the back of the program •Special mention throughout the evening We’re excited to add microblading and lash extensions to our service menu! •Logo on reserved table signs •1reserved table at the Steak Fry(8tickets) Due to the cost and time of the microblading &lash extension procedures we require clients to make a •Special mention throughout the evening •Link on Lorain County Free Clinic’sSteak Fryweb page Select Sponsor $500 •Sponsor recognition in the program $100 deposit for microblading and a$50 deposit for lash extensions prior to the appointment. •2reserved tables at the Steak Fry (16 tickets) •1reserved table at the Steak Fry (8 tickets) If your appointment lands on aMonday you must cancel on Friday before 5pm and Iwould like ____ additional tickets at $25.00 each. Supporting Sponsor $250 on Tuesday you must cancel on Saturday before 2pm. Organization: ______• Sponsor recognition in the program Contact Name: ______Get your •4tickets to the Steak Fry tickets Email: ______Please return with completed payment to: Lorain County online at Phone: ______Free Clinic •5040 Oberlin Avenue, Lorain, OH 44052 www.lcfreeclinic.org 6401 S. Broadway,Lorain Address: [email protected] •(440) 277-7602 phone 440.233.8570 • e-mail [email protected] Please make checks payable to Lorain County Free Clinic. To pay with acredit card, please visit www.lcfreeclinic.org

8 STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON THE MORNING JOURNAL THE MORNING JOURNAL STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON 9 The Fall Film Series continued and then spend journey in fl ashback, Sundays on the soc- a personal tale of The fi lm series cer fi elds. When their creative passion and tickets are $7. team makes it to musical achievement, the fi nals, a wrench celebrating the ineluc- To purchase tickets for is thrown into the table power of human any of the shows or celebration when endearment. to request a season one of the players is calendar, call the box office at (440) told he has to work 366-4040. Hours are Monday through on Sunday. Friday from noon to 6 p.m. The box office is also open 90 minutes before Moonstruck ticketed events (60 minutes before Summer 1993 November 16, 2018 Student Matinees). Guests may also October 26, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. purchase tickets online at Punctuated by moments of youthful Moonstruck is about a widowed, 37-year- www.StockerArtsCenter.com. exuberance and mature ruminations, this old Italian-American woman who falls autobiographical coming of age drama, set in love with her fi ancé’s estranged, hot- amongst summery hues, is an extraordinarily tempered younger moving snapshot of being a child in an brother. A now- To learn more about the upcoming adult world, anchored by fl awless perfor- classic romantic season, visit mances by its two young stars. comedy, it was StockerArtsCenter.com. nominated for six On The Seventh Day Stocker Arts Center is located on the Shine Oscars and won for November 2, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. Best Actress, Best campus of Lorain County Community November 9, 2018 at On The Seventh Day follows a group of Supporting Actress College at 1005 North Abbe Road, Elyria, 7:30 p.m. undocumented immigrants living in Sunset and Best Original Ohio. Follow Stocker Arts Center on The true life story of piano virtuoso David Park, Brooklyn over the course of seven Screenplay. Facebook and @StockerArts on Twitter and days. They work long hours six days a week Helfgott, Shine captures a remarkable Instagram.

Now Enrolling Grades K-12

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¡ Aespire ¡ As YouWish Travel Agency LLC ¡ Bettcher Industries, Inc. ¡ Robert &Lori Campana ¡ Heidleberg Distributing Company ¡ Janotta &Herner ¡ The Morning Journal ¡ Nordson Corporation ¡ PolyOne Corporation ACulinaryEvent ¡ The Morning Journal ¡ Gayle A. Reeves, L.P.A. Benefiting ¡ Walmart Sandusky Second Harvest ¡ Zelek Flower Shop PARTICIPATING LOCAL RESTAURANTS WHEN ¡ 1833 Restaurant Sunday,September 30, 2018 ¡ Bistro 83 5pmto8pm ¡ Blind Perch MORE TO WHERE ¡ Brickyard Bar &Grill COME! Second Harvest Food Bank ¡ Chez François of North Central Ohio ¡ Cork Tree Restaurants Nordson Food Distribution Center ¡ Fligner’sMarket 5510 Baumhart Rd., Lorain, OH 44053 ¡ LCCC Conference &Dining Services TICKETS: $80 EACH ¡ Lorenzo’sPizzeria ¡ Sodexo Dining Services We invite you to be apartofcelebrating our signature event Orderyourtickets online today at ¡ Spectrum Cafe in the state-of-the-art Nordson Food Distribution Center. tickets.secondharvestfoodbank.org ¡ Tom’sCountry Place or call (440)960-2265. Generous Helpings will feature tasty samples of creations by local restaurants and chefs, complimentary wines and brews, live music by Swamp Boogie Band and an exciting silent auction filled with unique surprises!

It will be another amazing night, so join us and help raise the funds to feed our neighbors in need.

Live Music | SilentAuction | Raffle | LocalRestaurants&Chefs | AmazingFood | Wines&Brews

THE MORNING JOURNAL STOCKER ART CENTER 2018-2019 SEASON 11 Presenting Our 2018-2019 seasOn

Sun., Nov.18, 2018 Tues., Sept. 11, 2018 7:30 pm 7:30 pm

NOW ON SALE! u Redefining What it Means to be aBrass Band! Subscription Seating to the u Tues., Nov.27, 2018 •7:30 pm Performing Artists Series RAUL MIDÓN& u MANDY HARVEY IN CONCERT To order subscription or single tickets call (440) 366-4040 or visit StockerArtsCenter.com

Dinner beforethe show and valet parking areavailable for these six shows. Wed., April 3, 2019 Wed., April 24, 2019 7:30 pm 7:30 pm The BoxOffice is located in the lobby of the Stocker Arts Center.Itis open from 12-6 p.m., M-F,and 90 minutes beforeticketed events. Wed., May 8, 2019 7:30 pm

1005 N. Abbe Road, Elyria, OH 44035 •FREE Parking

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