A letter from the Artistic Director

Several people have been asking, “What are you doing now that Kia has been appointed Executive Director?” Well nothing of course! (Just Kidding!!!!!)

As Artistic Director my role is to find and plan all the shows we program at The Lyric, which might seem like an easy enough job until you realize how many artists and shows that are out there. Kia and I go every year to conferences where we meet Ana Popovic with hundreds of agents who handle Jan. 30th 2016 I 7:00pm thousands of acts. We then have to decide which artists are right for our Features patrons and try to make sure we have a good mix of entertainment and education to 3 Letter from the Artistic Director serve the entire community. Seems simple, 4 Board of Directors & Staff but then you must factor in dates, ticket prices, technical needs, and a lot of small 6 Faith, Love & Laughter things to make it work for all of us. I won’t bother you with the 100 emails received 10 Historical Timeline daily asking to book a show that’s not 21 Volunteer Bartenders & Ushers right for us. When considering a show, I ask the staff, board, friends and some 24 2015-16 Season Lineup of you your opinion before we commit to a show. This all starts a year or more before the 26 2015-16 Director’s Circle & Contributors show arrives at the theater. 28 Theatre Box Office & My other primary responsibly is fundraising. General Information The Lyric receives no governmental funds, and we rely on your generosity to support us, so my 28 Seating Chart

job is to ask you to help us. So many of you 34 Sponsorship Opportunities have helped over the years and when you consider how far The Lyric has come 40 Save the Date: The Lyric Theatre’s and how beautiful she looks now, it 90th Birthday Celebration

would not have happened without you. So, I’m just doing my job if you On the happen to get a call or letter from me… cover: Don your best vintage rags & swing on into Best, The Lyric for The Hot Sardines! The spiciest jazz ensemble out of New York City will bring a unique recipe of hot jazz and sultry standards, sprinkled in Dixieland sounds, The Lyric Theatre’s Mission and a dash of wartime “To provide the community with a home for the performing arts that Paris flavor. See them perform January 21, entertains, educates, and stimulates the growth of artistic integrity and 2016 at 7:00pm. experience for everyone.”

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 3 Board of Directors Season President Emerita Directors Ethel Christin Priscilla Baldwin Frank M. Byers, Jr. President Marianne Hartnett Sponsors Patty Downing Betsy Herold Hope Jochem The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. would like Vice President Stacey Levy Stephen Fry Steve McGovern to thank these sponsors who have May Smyth Joan McGowan Rachel Scott generously helped to underwrite the Treasurer Paul Shirley costs of our 2015-2016 Season. Todd Laycock Kenan Siegel Secretary Olene Stuart Linda Weiksnar Nancy Wong

Advisory Board Daisy Carter Natalie MacDonald Elaine Cook Pat Pendergast Howard Cook Patricia Simmons Elisabeth Lahti Gloria Wolfe

Artistic Director John Loesser

Executive Director Kia Fontaine Lyric Theatre Staff

Controller Accounting Assistant Monica Soricelli Kellie Jocoy Director of Development Art Director Linda Prange Michael Renfro Membership Director Manager of Bar Services & Volunteer Coordinator Mitch Meislohn Heather Long Box Office Services Production Sheila DeRigo, & Stage Manager Wendy Lucas, and Savannah Richmond Diane Meislohn

Director of Operations House Managers Ryan DiNunzio Jean Aukerman, Ron Colangelo, Education Director Lauran Griffith, Karin Leone Linda Lambrecht, Irene Luneski and Facilities Director Phyl Weaver Tom Wiegerink Copywriter & Creative Box Office Manager Services Meagan Ebright Gracie Loesser

Assistant Box Office House Physician Manager Richard D. Loew, D.O. Susan Nauss Legal Advisor Terence P. McCarthy

4 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at 772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. some of the greatest show tunes of all time, crafted a voice unlike any other. A graduate but an accomplished pianist, performing at offering her refreshing take on the Broadway of the Peabody Conservatory of Music, various clubs and venues across the state. songbook. Colozzo has received numerous awards and Channing is a performer at Walt Disney grants, including from The Metropolitan World, performing in the Beauty and the Beast An Intimate Evening lthough the holiday season with Faith Prince A Broadway veteran, Faith Prince has Opera National Council. Throughout her Live on Stage show and Finding Nemo the Jan. 7th 2016 | 7:00pm will be over, there’s still dominated the stage for decades. Prince career, Lorrianna Colozzo has appeared in a Musical. A was born in Augusta, Georgia, where she number of diverse operatic roles, including plenty to celebrate when The developed a passion for theatre, later studying Valencienne in The Merry Widow, Nanetta in at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. Falstaff, and Adele in Die Fledermaus, among Lyric’s 2016 winter season In 1989, Prince made her Broadway debut, others. Called “captivating” by the Baltimore Throw a little Baileys in your coffee and starring as Tessie Tura in Jerome Robbins’ Sun, Colozzo appeared as Sarah Brown in welcome The Irish Comedy comes along; with performances Broadway. The actress and singer quickly Guys and Dolls in Concert right here at The rose to prominence on the stage, winning Lyric Theatre. Tour (January 16, 2016 7:00pm) to including award-winning multiple awards, including a Tony, for her The Lyric Theatre this January. Tearing performance as Adelaide in the 1992 revival Joining Lorrianna Colozzo in High Standards apart and validating stereotypes all at the musicals, internationally of Guys and Dolls. More recently, in 2008, this January is Graham Fandrei. A beloved same time, The Irish Comedy Tour brings you Prince was nominated for a Tony, Drama classical singer throughout South Florida, the best of humor from the land of Eire. renowned blues guitarists, rock Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Award for her Fandrei has sung with The Masterchorale The Irish Comedy Tour stars four hilarious performance in A Catered Affair. When she’s of South Florida, the Miami Lyric Opera, comedians, Damon Leibert, Derrick Keane, and roll divas, folk music legends, not performing on Broadway, the actress has and the Florida Grand Opera, to name a Mike McCarthy, and Derek Richards, as they appeared on television, including a recurring few. An original cast member in the Baz celebrate their Irish heritage with a little self- hilarious political commentators, role on ABC Family’s Melissa and Joey as Luhrmann production of La Boheme on referential humor. Imagine the atmosphere of a well as Lifetime’s Drop Dead Diva. Her latest Broadway, Fandrei studied at The Juilliard Dublin pub and throw in a couple hooligans and and much, much more. album, Total Faith, was met with widespread School and the New England Conservatory. you have The Irish Comedy Tour, featuring four critical acclaim. Most recently, Graham Fandrei has Irish comedians who leave no Blarney Stone, performed Haydn’s Lord Nelson Mass with the or joke, unturned, from Ireland’s questionable In a rare performance on The Lyric stage, Symphonic Chorale of Southwest Florida, culinary taste to its love for Bono and beer. Faith Prince, with her powerful and unique Bernstein’s On the Town with the Klezmer vocals, An Intimate Evening with Faith Prince is Concert Orchestra, and the Brahms Requiem The Irish Comedy Tour features some of the sure to be a royal affair. with the Ave Maria University Chorale. greatest Irish comedians performing today. A veteran of USO tours, Detroit-native Derek Opening Act for Faith Prince – Nicholas A graduate of the Manhattan School of Richards made national headlines after he King. Performing since he was four years Music and Carnegie Mellon University, became one of the first comedians to perform old, Nicholas King has always had music Rebekah Diaz has performed with major at Guantanamo Bay. Richards is featured FAITH, LOVE on XM and Sirius Radio, appearing on the in his blood. By the age of 12, King had symphonies and opera companies across performed in three Broadway productions, the United States. Diaz has performed as a Bob and Tom Show as well as The Weather including Beauty and the Beast and A Thousand soloist with the Bronx Opera, the Pittsburgh Channel’s Top 10. Raised in a Dublin suburb, Clowns. His vocal elegance has been featured Ballet, the Opera Orchestra of New York Derrick Keane made waves in his on a number of television programs, such at Carnegie Hall, and locally, with the home country of Ireland after as The View and The Tonight Show with Jay Miami Lyric Opera. Most recently, sweeping the All Ireland & LAUGHTER Leno. Beginning at the age of 15, the young Rebekah Diaz appeared as the lead Talent Competition. His prodigy began studying under the tutelage of in the premier of Bernstein’s On the band, Inchicore, is a Liza Minnelli, performing as an opening act Town with the Klezmer Orchestra in standard in the Irish for her national tour from Las Vegas to New South Florida. Diaz is also a faculty music scene, performing York City. Now, at the age of 21, King shows member of the New World School traditional Celtic music Opening our winter season is the blockbuster Featuring 25 parodies of classic pop hits Menopause: The Musical is a much-needed, no signs of stopping. for the Arts, FIU School of Music, in Ireland and beyond. Off-Broadway hit, Menopause: from the Baby Boomer era, Menopause: The and entertaining take on a critical female and University of Miami’s Young continued on page 10 Musical follows the story of four women who issue. The 90-minute show is perfect for men (January 4, Musician’s Camp. The Musical meet at a lingerie sale. The menopausal ladies and women alike. Menopause: The Musical High Standards 2016 7:00pm; & January 5, 2016 4:00pm starring Lorrianna Colozzo commiserate over their sexual frustrations, has earned the honor of being the longest- Always a favorite, opera sensation, Finally, Florida native and talented & Special Guests & 7:00pm). From hot flashes to chocolate th nocturnal sweats, and memory loss all set running scripted production in Las Vegas, performer James Channing Jan. 14 2016 | 7:00pm cravings, Menopause: The Musical explores the to the tunes you know and love. Written by drawing audiences of all ages from around Lorrianna Colozzo, returns with High good and the bad of The Change in a way completes the High Standards Jeanie Linders, the musical first premiered in the world with its light-hearted look at what Standards (January 14, 2016 quartet. Channing originally you’ve never seen before. Prepare to get out 2001 at a small 76-seat theatre in Orlando, was once known as “The Silent Passage.” 7:00pm) with special guests, Graham Fandrei, of your seat and sing along to parodies of all got his start at The Lyric Florida. A converted perfume shop, the Rebekah Diaz, and James Channing. High Theatre, and has been the biggest pop songs of the ‘60s, ‘70s, and Orlando Church Street Theatre became the Standards will take you on a musical journey ‘80s. After first debuting in Orlando, Florida, performing for birthplace for an international sensation. from the opera house to the Broadway stage, audiences across Menopause: The Musical has swept the world, Since its debut, Menopause: The Musical has through The Great American Songbook in touring in 13 different countries for over 11 Next, spend An Intimate Florida ever toured the world, with performances in Israel, this celebration of great composers of today since. James million people. Proud to empower women for the Philippines, South Africa and South Evening with Faith and yesteryear. over 13 years, Menopause: The Musical offers Channing is Korea. Prince (January 7, 2016 7:00pm). not only a a refreshing and fun look on a once taboo A Broadway legend, winner of multiple With a background in musical theatre, subject. talented With approximately 40 million women Tony, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle cabaret, and opera, Lorrianna Colozzo has singer, currently going through menopause, Awards, funny lady Faith Prince will perform

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Boston local Mike McCarthy has appeared on performing together at an open mic at Banjo set to the guitar. The 1967 album was wildly However, growing up, the entertainer commentary and absurd skits. Comedy Central and Showtime, known for Jim’s in the East Village, the duo met a tap successful, earning platinum status and struggled with drug abuse and homelessness, Back in 1981, a collection of Senate staff his witty insights into society’s most sensitive dancer, whose driving rhythms became the inspiring a feature-length film two years later. eventually finding peace in 1990 and quitting members came together to present a topics. And finally, Damon Leibert from Nova backdrop of their developing project. his addiction cold turkey. Invigorated by his collection of song parodies for an upcoming Scotia is not only a successful comedian, but In 1969, Arlo Guthrie performed a historic recovery and hoping to share his story, Sarge Christmas party. An instant hit with fellow a talented fiddler as well. Leibert owns his Since The Hot Sardines set at Woodstock, where he debuted the decided to spend his life devoted to helping staff members and other audience members, own recording studio in Boston, where he were formed, the famous song “Coming into Los Angeles.” others struggling with addiction. This period the staffers decided to take their show on tour. produces recordings for artists from all over band has skyrocketed The recording was included on the platinum- in his life was critical in leading him towards Over three decades later, Capitol Steps has the U.S. into fame. Shortly selling Woodstock album and subsequent comedy, as he learned to cope with difficult swept the country with their sharp political after forming, the film. By 1983, Guthrie had become an situations through laughter. commentary. The Capitol Steps performers The Irish Comedy Tour has swept the nation group received an independent artist, creating his own record are no longer Senate staffers, but the legacy with their boisterous hilarity. Poking fun anonymous inquiry label called Rising Son Records, which was Now, a successful comedian, Sarge has lives on in the current troupe of world-class at Irish stereotypes, while celebrating their for a jazz band willing one of the first indie labels ever formed. headlined at some of the biggest venues comedians, singers, and performers. Aside common heritage, the comedians of The Irish to perform at a last Rising Son Records has released over twenty in the United States, including the Radio from their theatrical performances on the Comedy Tour will have you laughing all night. minute gig. Incredibly, of Guthrie’s recordings throughout his City Music Hall. Throughout his career, the stage, Capitol Steps has created a radio show, From New York to Florida, the comedian the gig ended up career. Guthrie has also appeared in a number comedian has opened for major recording “Politics Takes a Holiday,” which is performed quartet has delighted audiences with their witty, being the Midsummer’s of films and television shows, including “The artists such as Aretha Franklin and The on NPR four times a year. raucous humor aimed at The Emerald Isle. Night Swing at Lincoln Byrds of Paradise” and “Relativity.” Beach Boys, combining his musical and Center. Their energetic, comedic talents to create a show with a little With over 18 Congressional offices and 62 innovative performance Due to the cumbersome length of the bit of something for everybody. A multi- years of House and Senate experience between amazed the audience, piece, the beloved “Alice’s Restaurant” is talented singer, musician, and comedian, them, the Capitol Steps troupe has an intimate earning them an rarely performed. This past year marked Sarge is not to be missed, so be sure to see knowledge of Washington politics. Drawing The winter season just keeps getting hotter overnight fan base and the 50th anniversary of the song’s release, Sarge this season at The Lyric Theatre. on their experience, the group has released 30 with The Hot Sardines bringing them into the national and Guthrie’s fifth anniversary tour. His albums featuring song parodies, including the (January 21, 2016 7:00pm). The spiciest jazz spotlight. In October of last year, The performance at The Lyric last season was timely Take the Money and Run- For President. ensemble out of New York City, The Hot Hot Sardines released their debut self-titled The Hot Sardines met with rousing applause and great critical Drawing on the abundance of material that Sardines have brought the jazz of the 1920s, album featuring jazz classics and original Jan. 21st 2016 | 7:00pm acclaim. Arlo Guthrie’s repeat performance For some political hilarity this January, check American politics provides, Capitol Steps ‘30s, and ‘40s to a whole new generation with compositions inspired by some of the genre’s at The Lyric Theatre this season will be a out Capitol Steps “Mock highlights the absurdity of contemporary their innovative takes on classic standards. greatest legends, including Fats Waller, unique chance to hear the classic folk anthem politics through comedy. Partial proceeds to opportunity to see the eighteen-minute Led by Evan “Bibs” Palazzo with vocals by Django Rheinhardt, and Louis Armstrong. live and in a remarkably intimate setting. the Vote”(January 25, 2016 benefit Volunteers in Medicine. long peace anthem performed live, so if you “Miz Elizabeth” Bougerol, The Hot Sardines The jazz ensemble has performed at the 6:00pm & 8:30pm). Proudly sponsored by missed the show last season, don’t miss out combine sounds from New York, Paris, and Montreal Jazz Festival, the Symphony Hall WQCS/88.9 NPR for the Treasure Coast. this time. In addition to the Thanksgiving continued on page 16 New Orleans to create a sound different from in Boston, and the famous Joe’s Pub in New From the only group that attempts to be favorite, Guthrie will perform a number of any other. Called “one of the best jazz bands York City among others. Their unique style funnier than Congress, comes a his other big hits, including “Massachusetts” Up next, it’s Sarge (January 23, 2016 in NYC today” by Forbes Magazine, The Hot and ability to translate the allure of 1920s timely, wickedly funny new Sardines have already revolutionized the and “Coming into Los Angeles.” 7:00pm). An accomplished vocalist, witty show! This time around, jazz to a modern audience has earned them a comedian, and talented pianist, there isn’t genre, and they’re just getting started. reputation as one of the foremost jazz groups it s not just politics: Brian The son of folk musician and social activist much Sarge can’t do. Combining his musical touring today. This season at The Lyric, The Williams, Bill Cosby, Tom Woody Guthrie, Arlo Guthrie was born on talents with his knack for comedy, the Florida The Hot Sardines grew out of a chance Hot Sardines will perform jazz standards as Brady, and the TSA are all Coney Island in 1947. Arlo spent many years native has been featured prominently on meeting between NYC-based Evan “Bibs” well as some of their own creations. tastefully skewered as well! Palazzo and Parisian-born “Miz Elizabeth” as a young child surrounded by his father’s major television networks including HBO Bougerol. Both Palazzo and Bougerol artistic friends, including Ronnie Gilbert, Lee and Comedy Central. Always a favorite at The What started as a group of Senate staffers enjoyed successful careers outside of the Hays, and Pete Seeger. Although influenced Lyric Theatre, Sarge is back again this season poking fun at the absurdity of Washington music industry, with Palazzo working in Back again after an incredible show at The by his father’s distinct sound, Arlo Guthrie for another night of unforgettable hilarity. D.C. politics is now one of the hottest film production and Bougerol developing a Lyric Theatre last season, singer-songwriter paved his own way, developing an individual political comedy shows in the country. style that became the voice of the 1960s. The son of a Jewish mother and black father, career as a writer. Despite their success, both and folk musician Arlo Guthrie Back again after popular demand, Capitol Evan and “Miz Elizabeth” felt dissatisfied th At the age of 19, Guthrie recorded one of Sarge was born in Florida. Shortly after he Steps has a punchline for all the latest with their careers, set on fulfilling their Alice’s Restaurant 50 his most famous pieces, “Alice’s Restaurant was born, Sarge was put up for adoption, headlines, leaving no presidential candidate Sarge eventually being taken in and raised by a Jan. 23rd 2016 dreams to perform in a jazz band. One day, Anniversary Tour (January Massacree.” Documenting an incident in or international leader safe from ridicule. 7:00pm after responding to the same Craigslist 22, 2016 7:00pm) will perform the 1967 song Arlo’s life in which the young activist avoided couple in Long Island, New York. A natural at Appearing on national television and public advertisement, the two aspiring musicians that brought him fame: “Alice’s Restaurant.” the Vietnam War draft through the act of the piano from a young age, Sarge developed radio, Capitol Steps has become a national met and The Hot Sardines were born. While Guthrie’s performance this January is a rare littering, the recording is a spoken monologue a passion for music in his early childhood. sensation, beloved for its witty political

Spring of 1913 May 27, 1925 November 29, 1930 rented out to community groups and A Brief History of Construction for The “first” Lyric began Construction of The “new” Lyric Theatre Newly equipped with RCA Photophone was used to present traveling vaudeville on Osceola Avenue near Belle Flora and commenced on Flagler Avenue sound picture machines, The Lyric shows, news weeklies and opened for its first performance a year later. Theatre opened with railroad thriller movies The Lyric March 15, 1926 “Danger Lights' (picture with sound) 1917 The “new” Lyric Theatre opened to the 1978 The “first” Lyric was abandoned and public with the feature picture “Skinner’s 1941 The Lyric was purchased by Theatre moved to a little wooden structure on Dress Suit” The Lyric Theatre fell on hard times New Life in Christ Church and Osceola Avenue after the depression and closed its served as a venue for weekly doors. Over the following years, it was services 10 11 Music by Marvin Hamlisch Lyrics by Edward Kleban Book by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante WINNER OF NINE TONY AWARDS NOW OPEN IN 2 LOCATIONS COMPELLING DRAMA, EXCEPTIONAL DANCE & 2555 SE Bonita Street Stuart FL A SUPERB SCORE! 2090 NW Federal Hwy US1 Stuart FL 772-223-8991

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Next, blending traditional Celtic sounds the attention of filmmaker James Cameron, explores the social and historical context of his undercover subway performance in release of her latest album Blues Room, the with unmatchable innovation, Gaelic who invited them to play a role in his the time period, focusing on class, gender, and Washington D.C., Joshua Bell has continued Memphis-based musician’s rise to fame shows upcoming film. The rest was history. Gaelic technology in post-WWI England. Writer growing as a musician, recently becoming the no sign of slowing. A world-class performer, Storm (January 26, 2016 7:00pm) Storm performed as the band in the ship of the official companion books to Downton Music Director of the Academy of St. Martin Popovic has performed hundreds of sold-out returns to The Lyric Theatre for another steerage party scene in the hit film Titanic Abbey, Jessica Fellowes also offers a look into in the Fields. shows across the world from Canada to Japan, memorable night of rock, country, and folk. and the opportunity catapulted Gaelic Storm the behind-the scenes drama from the beloved captivating audiences with her combination Founding members Steve Twigger and into international fame, earning them a historical drama. Playing with a 1713 Huberman Stradivarius of technical skill and fiery passion. Patrick Murphy combine lyrical ingenuity, sizable fan base in the process. Since their violin and an 18th century French bow, Joshua energetic instrumentals, and a traditional memorable performance, the Irish-bred band The niece of Downton Abbey creator and Bell has appeared on numerous television Raised in Belgrade, Ana Popovic was born Gaelic spirit, earning the group a reputation has recorded 10 albums and performed nearly scriptwriter Julian Fellowes, Jessica Fellowes broadcasts, including The Tonight Show, Live into a musical family. Popovic started playing as one of the foremost bands of their kind. 3,000 shows around the world. began her career as a celebrity interviewer From Lincoln Center, and the Grammy Awards. the guitar at the age of 15, encouraged by her Well known for their appearance in the 1997 and lifestyle editor at the Mail on Sunday. His 2007 incognito subway performance father to embrace the blues genre. The young film Titanic, Gaelic Storm is a live musical In addition to Gaelic Storm’s original After six years working for the newspaper, earned his collaborator, Washington Post prodigy immediately made an impression on experience like no other. members Patrick Murphy and Steve Twigger, Fellowes became Deputy Editor of Country journalist Gene Weingarter, a Pulitzer Prize, local music teachers and artists and, in 1995, the group has welcomed Ryan Lacey, Kiana Life Magazine. Throughout her career, her and inspired the 2013 children’s book The Ana formed the group Hush, which enjoyed Gaelic Storm first started in 1996 when Weber, and the multi-talented Pete Purvis, writing has appeared in a number of major Man with the Violin. This past October, Bell’s success across Yugoslavia, making regular Patrick Murphy, Steve Wehmeyer, Steve whose musical skills range from the uilleann newspapers and magazines, including The HBO special “Joshua Bell: A YoungArts appearances on state television shows. The Twigger, and Brian Walsh pipes to the tin whistle, deger pipes, and highland Daily Telegraph, The Times, and The Sunday MasterClass” aired, coinciding with the group broke up in 1998 when Ana entered the met at O’Brien’s Irish Pub pipes. While always staying true to their Celtic Times Style Magazine. In addition to her violinist’s release of a Bach album recorded conservatory in Utrecht to study jazz guitar. and Restaurant in Santa roots, Gaelic Storm continues to push their own writing, Jessica Fellowes has also spoken at with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. Shortly after, in 1999, Ana formed the self- Monica, California. The musical boundaries. Their 2010 album, Cabbage, numerous literary festivals and community His performance at The Lyric Theatre this titled Ana Popovic Band and began making a four musicians began achieved quick success, debuting immediately events throughout England and beyond. January will explore a side of the violin name for herself on the international music a musical experiment, at #1 on the Billboard world chart. Their latest Recently, Fellowes toured through the United you’ve never seen before. scene. Nearly seventeen years later, Ana blending Scottish, Irish, album, the 12-track Matching Sweaters was just States, making stops in Atlanta and Dallas. Popovic has released five best-selling blues and pop music together released this past year, solidifying the group’s Pianist Sam Haywood has performed to albums in the United States and has been to form a unique sound. reputation as one of the foremost genre-bending In her appearance at The Lyric Theatre this critical acclaim in many of the world’s major featured on the cover of a number of notable An instant hit with the bands in the business. season, Jessica Fellowes will draw parallels concert halls. The Washington Post hailed magazines, including Vintage Guitar, American audience in Santa Monica, between the modern day and early 20th his “dazzling, evocative playing and lyrical Blues Scene, and Blues Matters. the quartet decided to century Britain. Her discussion will explore sensitivity” and the New York Times his form Gaelic Storm. It a variety of topics, including the changing “passionate flair and sparkling clarity.” Ana Popovic’s latest album, Blues Room, is an wasn’t long until the Get a taste of the upper crust when you role of women in society, the disintegration especially personal release for the guitarist. group attracted of the class hierarchy, and the increasing rise He has since performed in major venues all Recorded with her father Milton Popovic, the join us for A Conversation of technology in the early 1900s. Don’t miss over the world and has made a number of album is named after the room in which Ana’s Ana Popovic with Jessica Fellowes, the chance to hear the leading specialist on recordings, including one using Chopin’s father first inspired her to pick up the guitar. Jan. 30th 2016 7:00pm “The Chronicles of Downton Abbey offer a unique view into the own Pleyel piano. As a chamber musician, his After 10 years of attempting to convince her Downton Abbey” (January making of one of the most popular British partners have included Joshua Bell and Steven father to record an album with her, Popovic st 28, 2016 7:00pm). Presented by The Lyric shows of the 21 century. Isserlis, with whom he features on the Musical finally succeeded, creating a work that is both Theatre and The Library Foundation of Gifts album, released on Sony Masterworks. technically impressive and highly emotional. Martin County. The world’s foremost He is also a composer and Artistic Director The prolific Ana Popovic is already recording expert on the series Downton Abbey, Jessica of the Solent Music Festival. a new full-length studio album with the Fellowes comes to The Lyric with the Always a favorite at The Lyric Theatre, Grammy-winning producer Warren Riker stories and history behind the wildly violin virtuoso, Joshua Bell & at the legendary Esplanade Studios in New Orleans. Don’t miss the incredible Ana successful British television show. The Sam Haywood (January 29, author, journalist, and public speaker The heat wave continues with the return Popovic this year at The Lyric Theatre 2016 7:00pm) returns this season for another this January. brilliant performance. Known as the “poet of smoldering blues guitarist, Ana of the violin” Bell takes the instrument to Popovic (January 30, 2016 7:00pm). new heights, reinterpreting classical, pop, Recently nominated for her 5th Blues Music and cinematic compositions in unique and Award, Popovic has dominated the American A Conversation with Jessica Fellowes “The Chronicles of Downton Abbey” refreshing ways. Since becoming an overnight Blues scene since she arrived with her innate Jan. 28th 2016 | 7:00pm internet sensation for his videos featuring musical talent and passionate vocals. With the continued on page 30

1987 March 18, 1988 painting, new roofing and air-conditioning 1996 2004-2005 Summer of 2014 smoothed out and architectural elements With talk of razing Friends of the Lyric entered into a contract systems, ADA compliance alterations, box New seating installed in the orchestra section The expansion of the Lyric was The Lyric was closed for substantial added to the walls and columns. the theater, Friends with the New Life in Christ Church and office construction, and remodeling of the and administrative offices constructed commenced and completed, enlarging the renovation as part of the Love The Lyric of the Lyric, a purchased theater restrooms and dressing room stage by 14 feet and equipping The Lyric Capital Campaign. Lobby and box office November 11, 2014 group of concerned 2001 with a backstage with flex- dressing area, improvements, including new exterior and Grand Reopening citizens, 1993-1995 November 12, 1993 The Balcony of the theater was remodeled a restroom, and office/storage areas. The interior entrances, additional Box Office banded together With assistance from community The Lyric Theatre was listed on the for the installation of new balcony “Star” dressing room also underwent service windows, and bar. New orchestra to save the historic grassroots efforts and grants, The Lyric National Register of Historic Places seating, an elevator was installed and renovation to offer a quaint comfortable seating and sound system were installed structure Theatre underwent much needed repair refurbishment of the lobby and restrooms 2002 room with a shower and restroom. inside the theater and all of The Lyric’s from marquee improvements, exterior Lighting and Sound Equipment upgraded interior stucco walls were 16

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Judy Cialone Barbara Connell Kathy Grant Maribeth Konz Bea Radliff Polly Chrisholm Leslie Cuatt Kevin Grant Diane Meislohn Barbara Thommes Ron Colangelo Jim Egan Allison Griffin Bertha Perez Pat Westbrook Reva Zemke ushers

Pamela Alverson Karen Clark Dana Forman Joanne Island Paul Minicozzi Norma Rumbaugh Mary Pat Anderson Janet Lynn Cooley Ranelle Furniss Sally Jackson Mary Moody Marilyn Sihler Barbara Andrews Aleta Crabtree Susan Fusco Bobby Johansen Virginia Moore Kay Snelson Frank Anfuso Nancy Cunningham Mary Ann Galletta Tammy Klein Ronald Nelson Marion Stahle Barbara Assalone Ellie Dee Mary Helen Garner Gayle Kochan John O’Dea Gladys Stevenson Jean Aukerman Dorothy DeFino Marcie Gordon Kathy Koivula Pat Pendergast Marilyn Summers Linda Bonsignore Jean DeFrancis Randy Gordon Sheryl Konen Carole Power Marianna Tanzini Michael Bennett Bobbie Demers Joan Gross Edna Kulla Keith Quintavalle Martha Terrenzi Rita Borucki Linnea Desmond Howard Hall Mary Lamalie Frances Rago Marie Trovato Camille Bowers Sheila Dixon Maureen Hanahan Rusty Landgren Joyce Reed Pauline Voeller Tom Britton Joan Elliot Betty Hanneman Pat Lawler Marcy Roeder Rob White Monika Bush Judy Endresen-Worthy Barbara Hatfield Pam MacCormack Donna Rollins Chris Wright Patricia Bushman Jerry Felton Lois Heimbach Patti McFadden Claire Ronan Janice Wright Anita Canali Betsy Fettes Renee Hill Pauline McHugh Rita Rooker Corky Clark Jo Forcier Ruth Holman Phil McHugh Eileen Rublowsky Joan Clark Bobbie Forman Susan Indilicato Joanne McNeill Stanley Rublowsky

The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization www.LyricTheatre.com 21 22 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at 772-286-7827 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 www.LyricTheatre.com 23 15 This season, The Lyric has it all with award-winning musicals, internationally renowned blues guitarists, 16 20 rock and roll divas, folk music legends, hilarious political commentators, and much, much more. SEASON

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The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization 25 2424 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at 772-286-7827 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 www.LyricTheatre.com Mariana Cunningham Rev. Allardyce A. Hamill Brian & Karen Lavan John O’Dea Jim Sopko Donald & Gail Curtis Robert Hamilton Robert & Linda Lecky George & Rigmor Olesen Nancy Spector Joel Czajka Edith & Herb Hanke Brian Lee Mr. & Mrs. Al Olofsson Kathy Spurgeon 2015-16 Contributors Sharyon Daigneau Ron & Lyn Hanlon Jean E. Lee Clifton & Barbara Olson Richard Starita Mr. & Mrs. Joseph D’Andea Ruth Hardin Karen Lee Jennifer Oram Mrs. Lou Stern Thank you to all those generous contributors who have donated $100 or more to The Lyric Theatre as of November 1, 2015. If we Peggy Danley Craig & Linda Harlan Joann Leone Grant & Cindy Osborne George & Betsy Stewart Stephen Davenport Tissa Harrah Perry Lesher Tony & Rose Oteri Susan & Frank Stifelman have inadvertently overlooked your name in this listing, please accept our sincere apology and notify our Development Dr. Megan Davis Suzanne Harrington John L’Esperance Robert & Inge Owens Randolph Stone Stan & Nancy Davis Cal Harris Howard Levin Terry Owens Charles & Joyce Strickler Director at 772.220.1942, extension 209. Patrick & Corinne Deegan William Harris Pamela Levin Ken & Janet Ozier Stuart/Martin County Michael & Angela DeFontes Phylis Harrison Robert & Phyllis Levin Joseph & Margaret Palella Chamber of Commerce Mrs. Janice DeLater Toby Harrison Stephen Levine Dr. & Mrs. Andrew K. Palmer James Stuckey The following donors have generously committed to providing Shirley DeLuca Jim Haugk Arthur Levitt Dave Friday & Carrie Palmer Rod W. Sturm Lois Demarest Susan Hearn Mr. & Mrs. Melvin Levy Marjorie Parmenter Michael & Sue Stutzke sustained support of The Lyric over a five-year period as part of Mr. & Mrs. Gerard DeMont Maura & Joe Heffernan Stephen & Linda Lewen Anne Parsons Anne Sullivan Holly B. DeSantis Mary Jane Heimann J.D. Lewis III Paul & Jean Pascarelli Helene Sullivan the Director’s Circle program: Edward DeVries Mr. & Mrs. James Henderson Margaret Lewis Guy Passmore Arvid & Emily Sundquist Director’s Circle Dr. & Mrs. Keith de Windt Phil Henley Antonio Limbardo Elliot & Sheryl Paul Terry Sussman Robert P. Bauman Eileen Morris & Bob Griffin Frank Loesser Enterprises Lauri J. Goldstein-Scher Richard Dickerson Robin Henn Roy & Michelle Lindow Elliot Paul & Company Tracy Sutherland Richard Dilts Patrick & Mary Hennessy Donna Linton Judith Horgan & Steve Pavsner Amy Swenson Butch & Jan Bayley Dave & Vicki Grove John & Laura Loesser & Dr. Elliott Scher Emanuel Dinatale Cynthia F. Herbst Cameron Little Maureen Pearce LeAnn Szymborski Judy Berkes George & Marianne Hartnett Natalie J. MacDonald Janet & Charles Seidler Edward Gomez & Wendy Dittrich Alex F. Hernandez Jim & Molly Little Elaine Pearson Davies & Gayle Tainter Bernie & Starr Boniface Mrs. Elizabeth Herold Lindy Donigan & Paul & Tasha Shirley John J. Dixson Gordon Herring Rosemary C. Lizars Mr. & Mrs. Roy Peraino Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Takacs Aliene Donovan Mr. & Mrs. Allen Herskowitz Roger Loeffelbein Marsha Petcove Richard Talbot Frank M. Byers Jr. The Herold Family Deane MacMillan Patricia Simmons Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Doyle Wade Hersperger, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Henry V. Logan Kevin Peterson Adam Talanczuk Vince & Sharyn Cerniglia Ray & Peg Hirvonen Foundation Carol & Jack McCarthy Mr. & Mrs. Vincent A. Smyth Betsey Doyle Mr. & Mrs. Donald Hesch Jeffery & Heather Long Jr. Nils Peterson Mr. & Mrs. Frank Tasco Donald & Diana Doyle Michael C. 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26 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at 772-286-7827 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 www.LyricTheatre.com 27 Theatre Box Office and General Information

Hours Regular Box Office hours are Monday thru Saturday from Ticketing Policies First Aid 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Summer Hours are 10:00 a.m. The Lyric Theatre has a “No Refund, No Exchange” Please see the House Manager. to 3:00 p.m. We are also open two (2) hours prior to ticketing policy. At the discretion of management, curtain on the day of a performance. exceptions may be made. In the event of a returned check, Smoking a fee of $35 will apply. Smoking is prohibited anywhere inside the Theater. Purchasing Flexibility For your convenience, you can purchase tickets in Box Office Beverage Service several different ways: Located outside the entrance to The Lyric on Flagler A full service cash bar is available in the lobby at most events. • In person at the Box Office Avenue. We accept American Express, Visa, Discover • By phone at 772-286-7827 and MasterCard for phone and online reservations; Restrooms • Online 24/7 at www.lyrictheatre.com checks, cash and credit cards at the window. All Located to the left and right of the Theater entrance in • By mail to: Lyric Theatre, reserved tickets are available from time of purchase the lobby. 59 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart, FL 34994 up to one hour before the performance, when they Attn: Box Office may be picked up at Will Call located in the Box Office. Lost and Found Please be advised that a $3.00 restoration fee is added Contact the Box Office at 772-286-7827. to all ticket prices. This supports the preservation and Photography/Recording restoration of our historic facility. The Lyric Theatre is The use of any audio or visual recording device is strictly Group Sales & listed on the National Register of Historic Places. prohibited. Patrons may be asked to leave the Theater. Corporate Discounts Discounts are available for groups and corporations of Will Call Cell Phones/Pagers all sizes. Please contact the Box Office at 772-286-7827 Prepaid tickets are available beginning one hour prior to Please turn off or put personal communication devices or [email protected] for more details. each performance at the Box Office in the lobby. on silent mode prior to entering the Theater. Customer Service Paid tickets can also be picked up in advance at any time Patrons with Disabilities If you have a suggestion or problem, please contact the the Box Office is open, or they can be mailed to you upon Special seating arrangements must be made with the Executive Director at 772-220-1942, ext. 207. your request if there is ample time to do so prior to the Box Office at the time you purchase tickets, based on performance date. availability. Inner lobby restrooms are accessible. Theater Etiquette As a courtesy to the performers and other audience Gift Certificates Latecomers members, please do not leave your seat until the end of Gift certificates can be purchased in any denomination Performances begin at the advertised time. Please allow the act. If for some reason you must leave, please wait and are good for any performance held at The Lyric proper time for parking and collection of tickets. Latecomers for a pause in the program. Theatre. They are valid for one year from the date of will be seated at the discretion of management. the purchase. Gift certificates are not transferable, and Volunteer Opportunities can only be redeemed by the person(s) for whom they Fire Notice If you would like information on volunteer opportunities are purchased. They are non-refundable and cannot be In case of fire, please walk to the exit nearest your seat. at The Lyric Theatre, please contact our volunteer redeemed for cash. STAGE coordinator, Heather Long, at 772-220-1942 ext. 204. Stag e Seating 7531 AA 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 AA 2468 9 7 531 BB 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 BB 2468 10 Upper Balcony Chart 9 7 531 CC 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 CC 2468 10 11 9 7 531 DD 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 DD 2468 10 12 Lower Balcony 13 11 9 7 531 EE 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 EE 2468 10 12 14 Orchestra 13 11 9 7 531 2468 10 12 14 Wheelchair FF 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 FF Accessible 13 11 9 7 531 GG 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 GG 2468 10 12 14 Patrons with 13 11 9 7 531 HH 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 HH 2468 10 12 14 disabilities: Special 13 11 9 7 531 JJ 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 JJ 2468 10 12 14 seating arrangements can be made with the 2468 10 12 14 13 11 9 7 531 KK 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 KK Box Office at the time 13 11 9 7 531 LL 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 LL 2468 10 12 14 you purchase tickets, based on availability. 13 11 9 7 531 MM MM 2468 10 12 14

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28 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at 772-286-7827 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 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

Starting off February here at The Lyric, the greatest hits, including “Sweet Dreams” and Colbert and John Stewart for decades with his a night of 1960s rock-n-roll classics when came to see the late Tito Puente perform now singer was in high school, forming the little- music of legendary country singer Patsy “Walking after Midnight,” “Crazy” and “I Fall unflinching insight into the absurdity of the the Atlantic City Boys arrive at The Lyric return to see his son bring salsa to life with known girl-group called The Blossoms. Cline is brought to life in Always… to Pieces.” American political system. Theatre this season. the same passion and excitement his father By 1962, Love had attracted the attention was famous for. As a tribute to his father, Tito of record producer Phil Spector, who Patsy Cline (February 5, 2016 Starring Broadway star Carter Calvert as Born in Buffalo, New York, Mark Russell Puente, Jr. released the critically acclaimed immediately signed her. Darlene Love quickly 7:00pm & February 6, 2016 2:00pm & Patsy Cline, Always…Patsy Cline centers on the began his career as a comedian in 1975 when album In My Father’s Shoes in 2004. The album became one of the most recorded vocalists Set to the story of Cline’s close 7:00pm). relationship that develops between Patsy and he created a series of PBS specials that Now, imagine Dancing with the Stars with a was later made into a BET Jazz television in the music industry, working with major friendship with Texas housewife and pen pal Louise after a chance meeting at one of Cline’s refreshingly combined political stand-up Latin flair and you have Ballroom: special of the same name. Tito has been artists such as Elvis Presley, Sam Cooke, and Louise Seger, Always…Patsy Cline combines early shows. The story develops as Louise comedy and musical parodies. The series ran featured prominently on radio and television, Sonny and Cher. Aside from her success as country humor, heart-wrenching drama, and and Patsy maintain their friendship through nearly thirty years, earning Russell a place in South Beach Style (February appearing on the NPR tribute The Apollo at a singer, Love has also enjoyed a career as audience participation in a thoughtful look at writing while Cline is on tour, culminating the history books as one of the most successful 17, 2016 7:00pm). From the streets of Miami, 70: A Hot Night in Harlem and the ABC soap an actress, performing both on stage and in the tragically short life of one of the most in the loss of country music’s brightest star. and influential political satirists of all time. Ballroom: South Beach Style explores the art of opera One Life to Live, in which he performed film. Notably, Love played the role of Danny influential female singers in history. Written Produced by 22Q Entertainment, Always… Russell has often been asked the question, “Do ballroom dancing in a fresh and exciting way. alongside his big band. Glover’s wife in all four of the Lethal Weapon and directed by Ted Swindley, Always…Patsy Patsy Cline was named one of 2014’s top you have any writers?” His response is always The fast-paced production features a variety movies. With roles in Grease, Carrie, and Cline features 27 of the legendary singer’s 10 theatre productions in Los Angeles by “Oh, yes. I have 535 writers. 100 in the Senate of styles, including salsa, merengue, rhumba, Most recently, Tito Puente, Jr. released Hairspray, Darlene Love has also appeared on Huffington Post. and 435 in the House of Representatives!” mambo, and even the jive. Incorporating the album Got Mambo? which combines television programs including Late Night with For many years, Russell made an annual elaborate sequined costumes and music from traditional mambo styles with innovative salsa David Letterman and Saturday Night Live. Playing the role of Patsy Cline, Carter appearance on the popular, long-running NBC various decades, Ballroom: South Beach Style is musical compositions. The recording features Calvert was named Best Female Actress show Meet the Press, commenting on the latest an exhilarating journey through the history guest artists Hansel & Raul and Bobby Cruz, Most recently, Darlene Love was featured in in a Touring Production by Broadway news through his signature combination of of ballroom dance. and has been celebrated by Latin Jazz critics the Academy-award winning documentary World LA. Calvert has a long history in comedy and song. as a milestone in the musician’s career. In his 20 Feet from Stardom, which highlighted the theatre, originating the Tony-nominated Like the popular burlesque show Cirquesco, return performance at The Lyric Theatre, careers of the often under-represented back- role in It Ain’t Nothin’ But the Blues on After a brief touring hiatus, Mark Russell recently performed at The Lyric in March Tito Puente, Jr. will bring the house down up vocalists from the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s. A Broadway, costarring with the Grammy- began performing again in 2013. The musical of 2015, Ballroom: South Beach Style was with songs from Got Mambo?, A Walk in My 2011 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, nominated Gregory Porter. Her latest comedian continues to perform to sold-out developed and designed by the choreographer Father’s Shoes, and many more. Darlene Love will bring her powerhouse of CD, Carter Calvert and the Roger Cohen audiences across the nation, always staying and artistic director Kevin Black. Black has a voice to The Lyric stage this season for an Trio, covers standards from a variety of up on the latest trends and news stories developed countless theatrical productions unforgettable, soulful performance. Partial genres, including jazz, Broadway, pop, and and keeping his material fresh and relevant. including Dance Your Pants Off and Cirque proceeds to benefit St. Paul African Methodist selections from the American Songbook. Prepare to witness the American political D’Amour, 2 sell-out performances at The After a powerful debut performance at The Episcopal Church. system get turned upside down and inside out Lyric Theatre in previous seasons. Most Lyric Theatre last December, Motown diva Expertly blending humor and drama, the with Mark Russell’s clever musical parodies. recently, Kevin Black directed The Rocky Horror Show at The Crest Theatre in Delray Darlene Love (February 22 musical play has enjoyed incredible success & 23, 2016 7:00pm ) returns for another continued on page 36 since its first three-week run at the El Beach. Ballroom: South Beach Style is the latest in Black’s repertoire of groundbreaking night of soaring vocals and heart-wrenching Portal Theatre in Los Angeles. Always… emotion. Considered “one of the greatest Patsy Cline offers a more intimate view Bring your sweetheart to The Lyric Theatre dance productions. Ballroom combines impeccable choreography, talented vocalists, singers of all time” by Rolling Stone Magazine, into the life of the American vocalist, this Valentine’s Day for a performance of Love is known for her vital role as a vocalist all set to a soundtrack of the and incredible showmanship in one night of the Atlantic City Boys Latin-inspired ballroom dancing. in the biggest hits of the ‘50s and ‘60s, from beautiful songs that put her on the (February 14, 2016 7:00pm). Straight out The Ronnette’s “Be My Baby” to Bobby map. Partial proceeds to benefit The of “America’s Favorite Playground,” the Pickett’s “Monster Mash.” Darlene Love Salvation Army of Martin County. Atlantic City Boys revive the sounds of will perform some of her greatest singles, the 1960s. With four lead singers and a live The Lyric is keeping things sizzling including “Christmas Baby (Please Come band, the Atlantic City Boys perform some Home)” and “He’s a Rebel” in downtown of the greatest rock-n-roll hits of all time, with Latin jazz percussionist, Tito Stuart this February. With the campaign season including the Four Seasons’ “December, Puente, Jr. “Keeping in full swing, don’t miss 1963 (Oh, What a Night)” and “Sherry.” The the Legacy Alive” (February Darlene Love got her start Mark Russell Boys have performed hundreds of shows 20, 2016 7:00pm). To anyone who hears Tito in show business (February 13, 2016 4:00pm to sold out audiences across America, loved Puente, Jr. perform, it is immediately clear when the young & 7:00pm) performance at for their “non-stop energy…and unlimited that he is his father’s son. Continuing in the The Lyric. Ripping material excitement!” Tito Puente tradition of bringing salsa music from today’s headlines, political and joy to audiences around the world, Tito satirist and pianist Mark Russell Formed in 2008 as a Frankie Valli tribute Puente, Jr. has managed to craft a flavor of will perform at The Lyric Theatre this group, the Atlantic City Boys have since his own, incorporating modern Latin styles season. Unafraid to target politicians on expanded their repertoire to feature all of into the traditional mambo sound. Best both sides of the aisle, Russell’s unique the best rock-n-roll hits from the 1960s. experienced live, Tito Puente, Jr. will return approach to political comedy has earned Performing songs by The Drifters, The to The Lyric Theatre this season to perform him national recognition. Winner of Beach Boys, and more, the Atlantic City Boys some of his greatest Latin jazz hits. the Mark Twain Award, Mark Russell encourage their audiences to go wild as they has inspired the likes of Stephen relive the days of street corner crooners. Tito Puente, Jr. A natural on stage, Tito Puente, Jr. has “Keeping the Legacy Alive” The talented quartet features each vocalist inherited his father’s remarkable energy and Feb. 20th 2016 taking a turn leading the group. The Boys style. Over the course of his musical career, 7:00pm Darlene Love have enjoyed great success in their national Tito has played over 300 shows in venues Feb. 22nd & 23rd 2016 | 7:00pm tour, performing in venues from Las Vegas to across the United States from jazz festivals their hometown of Atlantic City. Don’t miss to symphony halls. The crowds that once

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Next, Doc Grober and the Mudcats are music. When the Pelican Yacht Club of Ft. Rosanne’s albums. In addition to recording, back with their signature Florida sound! Pierce asked the Doc to help them with an Cash has published four books, including her Doc Grober and the upcoming event that needed a jazz show, latest 2010 memoir entitled “Composed.” Grober rediscovered his love for the piano. Mudcats “New Orleans Doc Grober moved quickly, organizing a Her latest album, The River and the Thread, Jazz” (February 25, 2016 7:00pm). group of talented local musicians to perform is a snapshot of American life, examining With the help of his famous Dixieland for the club. Even though the group didn’t geographic, historic, and emotional band, Doc Grober performs exciting and have a name, Doc Grober and his impromptu landscapes of the South. The album features unique jazz pieces that gets new listeners jazz band were instantly celebrated by the guest recordings from John Paul White of interested and keeps his fans coming back for media and members of the audience as a fresh the Civil Wars, Derek Trucks, John Prine, more. Performing every show with surgical new sound in the Florida music scene. The and Tony Joe White among others. Drawing precision, Doc Grober and the Mudcats bring Doc knew he had to continue performing with from a variety of genres, The River and the the sounds of the south to The Lyric stage the group, and named his band the Mudcats. Thread is as personal as it is universal, giving this season with New Orleans Jazz, a look at The rest is history. Now, Doc Grober and listeners a sense of who Rosanne Cash is the best of the bayou. the Mudcats return for another classic Lyric and a taste of the lives of all American performance, this time exploring the sounds southerners. This February at The Lyric Before Doc Grober began his successful of Louisiana in New Orleans Jazz. Proudly Theatre, Rosanne Cash will perform songs career as a surgeon, he was a pianist in a sponsored by Eric Michael’s Fine Jewelry. from The River and the Thread and many of Pennsylvania band called Ron Grober’s her other albums. Quaker City Rhythm Kings. Grober and the Kings toured venues large and small across Be sure not to miss the Grammy-winning the northeast, from Philadelphia to New York. Eventually the Doc put his swiftly growing singer songwriter Rosanne And wrapping up the winter season is, musical career on hold, taking some time off Cash with John surprisingly enough, to get a degree as an orthopedic surgeon. As Beginnings: talented with a piano as he was with a scalpel, Leventhal “The River The Music of Chicago Doc Grober received the honor of becoming and the Thread” (February (February 28, 2016 7:00pm). Born out of the Florida team physician for the New York 26, 2016 7:00pm) in a performance that a passion for the music of the American and St. Lucie Mets. will take you on a journey through the rock band Chicago, Beginnings: The Music of American South. Accompanied by her long- Chicago prides themselves on being the best in Despite his incredible success as a physician, time guitarist and husband John Leventhal, the business. Comprised of a group of eight Doc Grober knew his passion would always be Cash will perform tracks from her critically professional New York musicians, Beginnings acclaimed, multiple-Grammy winning 2014 recreates the magic of Chicago, performing album The River and the Thread as well as all of the group’s greatest hits from every

Rosanne Cash with singles from some of her 15 successful decade. Performing hits from “25 or 6 to 4” John Leventhal “The country albums. Throughout her career, to “You’re the Inspiration,” Beginnings: The BECOME A MEMBER TODAY River and the Thread” th Rosanne Cash has charted 21 Top 40 Country Music of Chicago is perfect for music lovers of Feb. 26 2016 | 7:00pm Memberships start at ONLY $35 singles and 11 #1 hits. A winner of the all ages. The Smithsonian’s American Ingenuity Award, Cash says “songwriting is one of the only Self-described as a “rock and roll band with Your tax-deductible contribution helps to underwrite places in which I can time travel.” Travel with horns,” Chicago is one of the most successful “Fast Pass” The Lyric’s daily operations and keeps ticket prices Rosanne Cash this season as she explores rock groups of all time with over 100 million at popular rates. Annual memberships and dona- classic American genres from country and records sold. Dominating the Billboard singles tions help to provide the community with a home blues to Appalachian folk and gospel. chart in the 1970s, Chicago’s numerous hits played a critical role in shaping the to Great Seats for the performing arts that enhances the quality Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Cash development of American rock. Songs such of life, promotes arts education, and supports was born into country royalty. Always as “Saturday in the Park” and “Hard to Say the local economy. passionate about music, Cash recorded I’m Sorry” solidified the Midwestern rock and More! her self-titled debut album in 1978 group as one of the world’s best-selling and never looked back. Since the groups of all time. If you have any questions please contact Heather ‘70s, Rosanne Cash has recorded 15 Long, Membership Director at 772-220-1942, ext. 204 albums, including Seven Year Ache and Beginnings: The Music of Chicago was formed or [email protected] King’s Record Shop in the 1980s, and in 2002, dedicated to bringing a taste of the the later albums Black Cadillac and wildly successful experimental rock band Members Enjoy the Benefits of The List, which were both nominated to cities across North America. Featuring • Purchasing tickets in advance of the general public for Grammy awards. The List (2009), multi-instrumentalists and multiple lead • Get discounts at local restaurants and businesses* which explored essential songs of vocalists, Beginnings has performed in venues • Receive advance notice of upcoming events American life, was celebrated as Album across the United States, including EPCOT of the Year by the Americana Music Center and Caesar’s Poconos Resorts. Their Association. Cash has worked with ability to cover the greatest hits of Chicago husband John Leventhal for decades. has been celebrated by audiences and critics IN HISTORIC DOWNTOWN STUART In addition to his role as lead guitarist, alike, making them one of the most respected Leventhal also produces and arranges Chicago cover bands working today. *Patron Privilege Card at the $100 and up membership level

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