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America Photo Credit: Jean-Maire Guyaux THEATREWORKS USA “Charlotte’s Web” Photo Credit: Alexander Daev RUSSIAN NATIONAL BALLET THEATRE “Giselle” ARTSPOWER NATIONAL TOURING THEATRE “The Monster Who Ate My Peas” Photo Credit: ArtsPower Kathleen Madigan “Bothering Jesus Tour” The Fab Four: Mandy AN EVENING WITH The Ultimate Tribute Nousain JAZZ SAXOPHONIST Boothe Mitch Paliga welcome to North Central College he 2016-2017 season is nearing an This time of year is stressful trying to find end, but don’t fear—we are definitely the perfect combination of talented artists T ending on a high note! The month at the right price point and at the right time, of April brings some extremely talented but it can also be very exciting. It is worth it performers to our stages. We start with when I see our patrons’ smiling faces leaving a America, a classic-rock favorite, and with the performance they just loved. Or when I walk Russian National Ballet performing “Giselle.” in Wentz Concert Hall in the middle of a show In-between, we host North Central’s very own and everyone is on their feet clapping along to Mandy Nousain Boothe, who is going to grace the music. And when we see people come back us with her beautiful vocals singing Rodgers + to try out other genres of the fine arts. Because Hart + Hammerstein, and The Fab Four: The they were so impressed with the last show, Ultimate Tribute, who has elevated far above they want to try something new. every other Beatles tribute band. All of this cannot be possible without the We have just completed the finishing touches support of our Friends of the Arts, who donate on the 2017-2018 Fine and Performing Arts above and beyond the ticket price to help us season here at North Central College, and continue to bring first-class acts to Naperville. I’m very excited to reveal a sneak peek of the A special thank you to our Impresario season on April 28 to our Friends of the Arts members, the highest level of donors. If you members. For our members, please watch for aren’t a Friends of Arts member, the 2017-2018 your invitation to be the first to know! season is the perfect time to start! I am often asked how we secure artists to Now, sit back, relax and enjoy the show! perform on our campus. Well, some of it is pure luck that the timing works out for the artists we want as they travel the country. But a lot of it is careful planning by our Fine Arts staff and listening to the feedback of patrons like you! Brian Lynch Fine Arts Director North Central College Join Friends of the Arts today and receive exclusive benefits. Thanks to our many contributors, world-renowned artists such as Yo-Yo Ma, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Vienna Boys Choir, Wynton Marsalis, Celtic Woman and many more have performed in our venues. But the cost of performance tickets only covers half our expenses to bring these great artists to the Col- lege’s stages. The generous support from the Friends of the Arts ensures the College can continue to bring world-class performers to our world-class venues. Sneak Name Name Private Pre-Sale Access to Pre-Show Complimentary Backstage preview recognition recognition Schoenherr opportunity Impresario Recognition tickets to meet and of next in program in Wentz Gallery for select Lounge** Dinner North Central greet year’s Concert showing performances College opportunity season Hall lobby and tour presented (subject events to artist (per season) availability) MAESTRO $10,000+ 4 BRAVO $5,000 - $9,999 2 STANDING OVATION* $1,000 - $4,999 IMPRESARIO SOCIETY ENCORE $500 - $999 PERFORMANCE $250 - $499 OVERTURE $100 - $249 AUDIENCE $25 - $99 *Annual gifts made at the Standing Ovation level and above will also include membership into the North Central College Presidents Club. The Presidents Club consists of donors who make a minimum gift of $1,000 or more to one or more areas of the College. Presidents Club members are annually invited to the Presidents Club BBQ in September, and the Presidents Club dinner and theatre event in November. ** The Impresario Lounge offers refreshments and appetizers in a private setting and is available for three events during the upcoming season. Impresario members will receive an e-mail message with details at the beginning of the season. 2016-2017 FRIENDS OF THE ARTS To become a Friend of the Arts visit northcentralcollege.edu/makeagift MAESTRO Rick and Pat Spencer Theodore M. Utchen Nichola Lazzari ($10,000 OR MORE) Cathy Vekkos Ronald and Kay Van Buskirk Deborah Long Mr. and Mrs. Richard Wehrli Mr. and Mrs. John MacLeod BRAVO Mr. and Mrs. Robert P. Williams OVERTURE MaryBeth McCarthy ($5,000 - $9,999) Stephen R. Williamson ($100 - $249) Matthew D. McClure Myron Wentz and Prudence Conley Lawrence A. Writt and Courtney Linda J. Allison Patricia McElhaney Bobosky Barry Beckwith Mary and Raymond McMahon STANDING OVATION Linnea Bonenberger ENCORE Alan and Geraldine Mendelssohn ($1,000 - $4,999) Kristina L. Bonn Marisa A. Miko Adrian and Jacqueline Aldrich ($500 - $999) Boychen Bradshaw and Kelly Fronsee Ms. Susan Mink Bangkok Village and Steven & Wijid Fay Dr. and Mrs. Robert A. Faessel Susan R. Bradshaw Sally Page Olson Joni Wiltz-Berkley and Ross P. Berkley David and Debbie Haines-Rubenstein Mark Bucksath Mr. and Mrs. John Palter Mr. and Mrs. W. Brand Bobosky Paul and Deborah Hellermann Robert Burlingham Charles Papanos David Bowers Julie A. Lagodney Dick and Dottie Carney Ms. Penelope Parrish Rosemarie Breske Garvey Barbara and Roger Liska Mary Cella Alison and Kenneth Prokopec Daniel and Christine Bukowski Eric Pauga Emilie L. Clark Douglas E. Ralston Richard and Janet Coffey PERFORMANCE Camille Conforti Mr. and Mrs. Barry Roberts Erica Coppolino Rev. Carol Cory James and Maureen Sault Jeffrey A. Coros ($250 - $499) Mr. and Mrs. Chris Currie Lyle E. Allison Mr. and Mrs. John Sauntry Nick and Jane Dempsey Hailey T. Dammeier Carol Sawka Beverly Z. Esser James and Linda Burner Terran M. D’Andrea Bob and Nancy Calderon Shirley Montalbo Schaffer Paul and Joanne Fries Beverly Esterly Bethany and Georgine Schick James and Deborah Godo Lynne B. Caldwell Ron and Kandi Gasperini Mr. and Mrs. William Edson Michael Schroeck Troy and Sharlene Hammond Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Girard Mr. and Mrs. James Segal Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Harris Bruce and Mary Feay Dora Glass Eileen B. Freshley Neal Shaughnessy Christine D. and Williams G. Jeffries Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Hannan Melissa L. Sheehy Mr. and Mrs. Jerald Johnson Suzanne Freshley Toby Hayer Mr. and Mrs. Don Hagmeyer Avery A. Sipla Twila J. Kaiser Sherlyn Holdeman Dr. Karen J. Solomon Gary and Sharon Kovener Cecilia and David Hoh Jonathan Howard Elizabeth Kammens Dr. Ann M. Struck Joan E. 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APRIL 2017 EVENT PRICE April 1 America $70, $60, $50 April 2 Theatreworks USA “Charlotte’s Web” $12, $6 April 7 An Evening with Jazz Saxophonist Mitch Paliga $20, $15 April 8 Kathleen Madigan “Bothering Jesus Tour” $40, $30 April 9 Mandy Nousain Boothe $35, $30 April 20, 21, 22, 23 “The Navigator” $10, $8 April 22 The Fab Four: The Ultimate Tribute $45, $35 April 25 Concert Winds Return From Tour Concert $5, $3 April 27 Chamber Singers "Metamorphosis" $5, $3 April 29 Russian National Ballet "Giselle" $40, $30, $25 April 29 ArtsPower National Touring Theatre “The Monster Who Ate My Peas” $12, $6 MAY 2017 EVENT PRICE May 4, 5, 6, 7 “Improv: On Ice!” $5, $3 May 7 Women’s Chorale “Finale!” Concert $5, $3 May 12 Chicago Sinfonietta “Rightness in the Rhythm” $60, $48, $10 May 12 Revenge of the Rhythm Section: Drummer Jack Mouse and Bassist Kelly Sill $20, $15 May 13 DuPage Symphony Orchestra “Springtime Celebration” $38-$15 May 13 Gin Blossoms $65, $55, $45 May 18, 19, 20, 21 “Troilus and Cressida” $10, $8 May 18 Cardinal Chorus and Chamber Strings Spring Concert $5, $3 May 21 Girls Like Us $35, $30 May 23 Concert Winds, Symphony Band & Instrumental Chamber Players Spring Concert $5, $3 May 24 The Spring Great Evening of Jazz $5, $3 May 25 Concert Choir Graduation Concert $5, $3 Artists, dates, times, prices and locations are subject to change North Central College performance Impresario Society event SPONSORS North Central College thanks our 2016-2017 Fine & Performing Arts season sponsors. www.PinotsPalette.com These programs are also partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency. 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    COMEDY CENTRAL(R) Partners with the USO for the New Military Outreach Program 'PVT Jokes' to Deliver Comedy Kits to American Troops

    COMEDY CENTRAL(R) Partners With the USO for the New Military Outreach Program 'PVT Jokes' to Deliver Comedy Kits to American Troops NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- There's not a lot that's funny about being stationed away from loved ones, but COMEDY CENTRAL hopes to bring some laughter to the troops with the launch of "PVT Jokes," a new military outreach partnership with the USO that delivers comedy kits to forward operating bases (FOBs) as well as U.S. military hospitals at home and overseas. The partnership was announced today by the USO (United Service Organizations, Inc.) and COMEDY CENTRAL. With the goal of reaching more than 200 FOBs and U.S. military hospitals at launch, "PVT Jokes" began distributing kits this week that include CD and DVD donations from COMEDY CENTRAL Records and COMEDY CENTRAL Home Entertainment. Each kit will feature COMEDY CENTRAL DVD titles, including the "COMEDY CENTRAL Roasts" of Flavor Flav, Pamela Anderson and William Shatner, "COMEDY CENTRAL Presents Southern Gents of Comedy" and "Best of COMEDY CENTRAL Presents" stand-up; as well as CDs from comedians including George Lopez, Dane Cook, D.L. Hughley, Norm Macdonald and Harland Williams. More information can be found at http://www.comedycentral.com/pvtjokes/index.jhtml. "Knowing that troops often seek comedy to help cope with the tremendous hardships of war, we knew that COMEDY CENTRAL was in a unique position to make a contribution to the lives of these tremendous individuals," said Kelleigh Dulany, vice president, corporate responsibility, COMEDY CENTRAL. "Through our partnership with the USO, we hope that 'PVT Jokes' can bring a brief respite from the reality of their situation and some levity, however small, and laughs to the soldiers stationed so far away from their friends and families." "This partnership with COMEDY CENTRAL presents a tremendous opportunity to lift the sprits of American's troops who need it the most," said Sloan Gibson, USO president and CEO.