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Dance TWYLA THARP
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Theater LOVE LETTERS
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GUYS AND DOLLS
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THE CITY OF CONVERSATION
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THE REVISIONIST
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WIESENTHAL
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Theater for Young Audiences SEEDFOLKS
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THE UGLY DUCKLING
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THE GIRL WHO FORGOT TO SING BADLY
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THE LIGHTNING THIEF
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DAN ZANES & FRIENDS
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Concerts 21
PATTI LUPONE
Classical Music 22
DAVID FINCKEL & WU HAN KEYBOARD CONVERSATIONS
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SANTA CECILIA ORCHESTRA
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JENNIFER KOH & SHAI WOSNER
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COLBURN AT THE WALLIS
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EAST/ WEST
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THE SOUL OF ISRAEL
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NEXT GENERATION
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Cabaret CHRISTINE EBERSOLE
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Film IN CELEBRATION OF FRANK SINATRA’S
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100TH BIRTHDAY HONORING MIKE NICHOLS
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Arts & Ideas THEATER OF WAR
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IT GETS BETTER
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FREEZE FRAME
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Housed in the former Beverly Hills Post Office, Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts delivers world-class theater, dance, music and more to Beverly Hills and beyond. Our 70,000-square-foot venue designed by renowned architect Zoltan E. Pali, FAIA of Studio Pali Fekete architects, includes the 500-seat Bram Goldsmith Theater and the 150-seat Lovelace Studio Theater, as well as GRoW at The Wallis: A Space for Arts Education that houses classrooms and dedicated spaces for arts learning. The art extends from our stages and throughout The Wallis, with historic Charles Kassler WPA-era murals and significant works by Lee Mullican and Roy Lichtenstein. The Wallis Season 2015–16
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We invite you to explore The Wallis during our 2015–2016 Season. Whether you are a loyal subscriber or you have been meaning to check out Los Angeles’ newest home for the arts, take the time this season to experience everything we have to offer.
Judith Jamison Dancer, Choreographer and Artistic Director Emerita of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Patti LuPone Grammy and Tony Award-winning actor and singer
Suzanne Farrell Former Principal Dancer in George Balanchine’s New York City Ballet and founder of The Suzanne Farrell Ballet at the Kennedy Center
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Jim and Eleanor Randall Grand Hall
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The Wallis proudly welcomes our 2015–2016 Artistic Advisors:
Arturo Sandoval Grammy Award-winning jazz trumpeter, pianist, composer and recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom
Denzel Washington Academy, Golden Globe and Tony Awardwinning actor OUR ARTISTIC ADVISORS
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Each Artistic Advisor will grace our stage this season by teaching a master class or joining the Arts & Ideas series. To receive more information, subscribe to our E-newsletter by visiting TheWallis.org/e-newsletter.
Dance Twyla Tharp: 50th Anniversary Celebration October 1–3, 2015 Co-commissioned by The Wallis
“You couldn’t really ask for a better theater in which to look at dance.” —LOS ANGELES TIMES
A flourish of trumpets heralds the double bill of premieres celebrating Twyla Tharp’s 50th Anniversary. In each premiere, Tharp turns her decades of experience—having choreographed Hollywood films, television specials, Broadway shows, figure-skating routines and full-length ballets—into living proof that time is her partner as she continues to deepen and expand the singular imagination which makes her one of the century’s most treasured artists. The Wallis Season 2015–16
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Dance >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
L.A. Dance Project January 29–30, 2016
L.A. Dance Project is one of the world’s most exciting new dance companies, creating innovative platforms for contemporary dance. The Wallis program features Hearts and Arrows by Benjamin Millepied with music by Philip Glass, the U.S. Premiere of Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui’s Harbor Me and Murder Ballades by Justin Peck featuring an original score by Bryce Dessner and visual installation by Sterling Ruby.
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Dance >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
Ezralow Dance Company: Open April 29–30, 2016
“[Ezralow’s] work is a persuasive blend of intelligence, humor,and a fine-scaled, gusty energy.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES
Award-winning choreographer Daniel Ezralow makes his “hometown debut” in Beverly Hills with his new dance company. Ezralow’s unique style of physical expression and articulate choreography has earned him a distinguished reputation as a groundbreaking artist worldwide. His work is celebrated in the seminal film Across the Universe, Cirque du Soleil’s Love and in the opening ceremony of the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi. The Wallis Season 2015–16
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Theater
Love Letters October 13-25, 2015 by A.R. Gurney directed by Gregory Mosher starring Ali MacGraw and Ryan O’Neal
“Under the expert direction of Gregory Mosher… Mr. Gurney’s intimate drama gains steadily in power.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES Ali MacGraw and Ryan O’Neil, co-stars of the beloved film Love Story, reunite to tour the 2014 Broadway revival of A.R. Gurney’s 1990 Pulitzer Prize finalist. Directed by Gregory Mosher, former director of Lincoln Center Theater and Goodman Theatre, Love Letters is the disarmingly funny and heartbreaking story of Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner and their lifelong correspondence through letters that spans over 50 years. 7
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Theater >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival Production of
Guys and Dolls A Musical Fable of Broadway based on a story and characters of Damon Runyon music and lyrics by Frank Loesser book by Jo Swerling and Abe Burrows directed by Mary Zimmerman December 1–20, 2015
Jeremy Johnson as Sky Masterson Photo by Jenny Graham
From the company that brought you last season’s sensation Into the Woods, Oregon Shakespeare Festival strikes again with their stunning production of the musical Guys and Dolls. Put your money on this hilarious classic directed by Tony Award-winner Mary Zimmerman. The Wallis Season 2015–16
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Theater >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
The City of Conversation by Anthony Giardina May 17–29, 2016 The City of Conversation, first seen at Lincoln Center, promises to be the talk of the campaign season. Savvy Hester Ferris is the doyenne of Georgetown dinner parties whose influence in liberal politics is legendary. But when her son suddenly turns up with a Reaganite girlfriend and a shocking new conservative world view, Hester must choose between preserving her family and defending her cause.
“A juicy, funny and terrific new play.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES
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Theater >> Lovelace Studio Theater
The Revisionist by Jesse Eisenberg March 29–April 17, 2016 The Off-Broadway hit play by Jesse Eisenberg, the Oscar-nominated star of The Social Network and frequent contributor to The New Yorker. In The Revisionist, David arrives in Poland with a crippling case of writer’s block and a desire to be left alone, while his 75-yearold second cousin Maria welcomes him with an overwhelming need to connect with her American family.
“A quirky and … heartbreaking meditation on the meaning of family, both across the generations and across the globe.” —ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Theater >> Lovelace Studio Theater
Wiesenthal written by and starring Tom Dugan directed by Jenny Sullivan October 24–November 8, 2015
“Powerful & Insightful! These stories are heartbreaking and beautiful.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES
Filled with hope, humanity and humor, Off-Broadway favorite Wiesenthal is the riveting true story of Simon Wiesenthal, the “Jewish James Bond.” A Holocaust survivor who devoted his life to bringing more than 1,100 Nazi war criminals to justice, Wiesenthal was an intelligent, funny, flawed and noble universal hero. The Wallis Season 2015–16
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Theater for Young Audiences >>Lovelace Studio Theater
Children’s Theatre Company’s
Seedfolks adapted from the book by Paul Fleischman directed by Peter C. Brosius featuring Sonja Parks June 4–5, 2016
“Tells the tale of healing and restoration with agility, empathy and a whole lot of heart.” —MINNEAPOLIS STAR TRIBUNE
Paul Fleischman’s Newbery Medal-winning Seedfolks comes to life in a raw, inspiring story you’ll never forget. Thirteen very different voices—old, young, Haitian, Hispanic, tough, haunted and hopeful—tell one amazing story about a garden that transforms a neighborhood. RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8+ RUNNING TIME: 60 MINUTES WITH NO INTERMISSION
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Theater for Young Audiences “The Wallis is making their children’s theater a top priority.”—LOS ANGELES MAGAZINE Lightwire Theater’s
The Ugly Duckling October 10–18, 2015
New Orleans’ Lightwire Theater, one of the breakout performers on “America’s Got Talent,” presents Hans Christian Andersen’s cherished fable The Ugly Duckling in a new and dazzling light. Full-bodied electroluminescent puppetry reflects moving sculpture in a theatrical experience that will delight children of all ages. RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 4+ RUNNING TIME: 45 MINUTES WITH NO INTERMISSION
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Theater for Young Audiences >>Lovelace Studio Theater
Theatre Lovett presents
The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly by Finnegan Kruckemeyer directed by Lynne Parker performed by Louis Lovett April 30–May 8, 2016 Dublin’s award-winning Theatre Lovett presents Irish storytelling with a modern twist in The Girl Who Forgot to Sing Badly. Peggy O’Hegarty sings with the voice of an angel—a grossly unfortunate angel, who can’t sing at all. One day work stops working and Peggy steps outside to find that everyone in her city has gone! Ingenious performer Louis Lovett leads the audience on an untamed adventure that crosses snowy lands and wild seas as Peggy desperately tries to save the day. RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 7+ RUNNING TIME: 70 MINUTES WITH NO INTERMISSION
“ A tremendously entertaining show!” —THE GUARDIAN (UK)
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Theater for Young Audiences >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
Theatreworks USA’s
The Lightning Thief adapted from the book by Rick Riordan music, lyrics & orchestrations by Rob Rokicki book by Joe Tracz original direction by Stephen Brackett original choreography by Sam Pinkleton April 8–9, 2016
Adapted from the best-selling young adult novel, The Lightning Thief is the story of Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old boy who journeys into a world of mythological monsters and Greek Gods as he struggles with dyslexia and ADHD, all while solving the mystery of Zeus’ stolen lightning bolt. This lively musical adaptation features songs reminding us that “normal is a myth. Everyone has issues that they’re dealing with.” The Wallis Season 2015–16
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 7+ RUNNING TIME: 65 MINUTES WITH NO INTERMISSION
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Theater for Young Audiences >>Bram Goldsmith Theater
Dan Zanes & Friends November 1, 2015
Dan Zanes & Friends return to The Wallis for a bi-lingual English and Spanish concert for kids and kids-at-heart. The Grammy Award-winner has been referred to as “the family-music genre’s most outspoken and eloquent advocate” by Time magazine, and his widely-acclaimed music has been featured on “Sesame Street,” Playhouse Disney, Nickelodeon, HBO Family and Sprout. RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES RUNNING TIME: 45 MINUTES WITH NO INTERMISSION
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Concerts >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
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Patti LuPone: Matters of the Heart April 1–2, 2016
“A singular stage force…many try, but few have the knockout punch of LuPone.” —THE WASHINGTON POST
After a run of back-to-back sold-out shows at The Wallis, Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winningBroadway star Patti LuPone makes a triumphant return with a full band.
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Classical Music David Finckel & Wu Han The Passionate Cello January 8, 2016
“America’s power couple of chamber music.” —WALL STREET JOURNAL
Husband-and-wife Artistic Directors of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, cellist David Finckel and pianist Wu Han rank among the most influential forces in classical music today. STRAUSS Sonata in F-Major, Op.6 MESSIAEN Louange à l’Eternité de Jésus ALBÉNIZ Suite Espagnole Op. 47 GLAZUNOV Song of the Minstrel CHOPIN Sonata in G-minor, Op. 65.
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Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel An American Salute February 27, 2016
Jeffrey Siegel’s sold-out Keyboard Conversations® returns to The Wallis in a new concert that celebrates our country’s most beloved composers with accessible classical music and captivating commentary. GERSHWIN Rhapsody in Blue BERNSTEIN Meditation on a Wedding COPLAND The Cat and the Mouse and Rodeo JOPLIN Wall Street Rag 21
NEW THIS SEASON! JAZZ BAKERY @ THE WALLIS The Jazz Bakery has presented the finest musicians in the world for over 22 years. The Jazz Bakery @ The Wallis continues this legacy while their beautiful new Frank Gehry designed performance space is being built. For more information visit TheWallis.org!
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Classical Music >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
Santa Cecilia Orchestra Sonia Marie De Leon de Vega, Conductor A Celebration of American & Latin Music January 16, 2016
Santa Cecilia Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Sonia Marie De Leon de Vega, performs a spirited tribute to the music of Latino and American composers with worldrenowned flamenco artist Maria Bermudez. COPLAND ZWILICH SURINACH DE FALLA The Wallis Season 2015–16
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Jennifer Koh & Shai Wosner Bridge to Beethoven: Finding Identity through Music March 26, 2016
“Mr. Wosner’s singing tone and expressive musicality complement Ms. Koh’s insightful, richly hued playing.” —THE NEW YORK TIMES
Grammy-nominated violinist Jennifer Koh joins accomplished pianist Shai Wosner for an exploration of the impact Beethoven has had on a diverse group of composers and musicians. Bridge to Beethoven features new commissions from composers Andrew Norman, Vijay Iyer and Anthony Cheung as companion pieces to Beethoven’s violin sonatas. 23
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Classical Music >> Bram Goldsmith Theater
Colburn @ The Wallis The Wallis partners with the Colburn School for an exciting series of concerts throughout our 2015–2016 season.
COLBURN CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY WITH SPECIAL GUEST JEAN-YVES THIBAUDET October 30, 2015 Hailed as “one of the best pianists in the world,” Colburn School artist-in-residence Jean-Yves Thibaudet continues to captivate audiences with his thrilling performances, profound artistry, poetic musicality and dazzling technical prowess.
COLBURN CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY WITH SPECIAL GUEST GARY HOFFMAN November 7, 2015
COLBURN ORCHESTRA, YEHUDA GILAD, MUSIC DIRECTOR AND CONDUCTOR; MIKYUNG SOUNG, DOUBLE BASS March 6, 2016
Canadian-born, Paris-based cellist Gary Hoffman is one of the outstanding musicians of our time, combining instrumental mastery, great beauty of sound and a poetic sensibility in his distinctive and memorable performances.
The flagship ensemble of the Colburn Conservatory of Music, the Colburn Orchestra comprises some of the most elite musicians in the world. The orchestra performs under the baton of critically-acclaimed Music Director and Conductor Yehuda Gilad.
THE COLBURN SERIES MAY BE ADDED TO YOUR SUBSCRIPTION SERIES WITH GUARANTEED PRIORITY SEATING.
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COLBURN CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY WITH THE PRINCIPAL BRASS OF THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC April 10, 2016 Comprising the principal brass players of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, the Brass Quintet often tours the nation and is featured as a favorite regular encore on the Philharmonic’s tour performances. 24
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East / West: Merging Music & Cultures WU MAN & THE SHANGHAI QUARTET A Night in Ancient and New China January 23, 2016 Pipa virtuoso Wu Man has been called “a force of nature” by Gramophone Magazine and has acted as muse and inspiration for contemporary composers ranging from Tan Dun to Terry Riley. The Shanghai Quartet is one of the world’s foremost chamber music ensembles, known for their passionate musicality and impressive technique. BEETHOVEN String Quartet No.11 in F minor, Op.95 (Serioso) SOLO PIPA CHINA SONG ZHAO JIPING & ZHAO LIN New Quintet for pipa & string quartet CHO LIANG LIN & JON KIMURA PARKER February 13, 2016 Violinist Cho-Liang Lin is lauded the world over for his distinguished thirty-year career— which includes his position as Music Director of La Jolla Music Society’s SummerFest, while pianist Jon Kimura Parker is a veteran of the international concert stage who has performed with the likes of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and André Previn. BING WANG & BEN HONG February 20, 2016 For the final evening of music in our East / West Series, local Chinese violinist Bing Wang, Associate Concertmaster of the LA Philharmonic will perform with fellow LA Phil Assistant Principal cellist Ben Hong.
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The Soul of Israel The Wallis celebrates Israel’s cultural vibrancy with a series of special engagements. BARDANASHVILLI A Journey to the End of the Millennium RAVEL La Valse BEETHOVEN Eroica (Program subject to change.)
ISRAEL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
Zubin Mehta, conductor Gala Performance: November 10, 2015 Subscription Performance: November 11, 2015 The Israel Philharmonic Orchestra (IPO) is one of Israel’s first and most influential cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1936, the IPO has dedicated itself to presenting the world’s greatest music to audiences in Israel and around the world. One of the great musical partnerships of our time, Conductor Zubin Mehta and the IPO have a huge discography, regularly tour the world and give more than 130 performances each year in Israel alone. IPO has played a prominent role in many celebrations and important historic milestones for the State of Israel and remains an eloquent voice for peace in Israel and around the world.
FALL GALA A Joint Benefit for The Wallis and The Friends of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Join us on
T U E S D AY, N O V E M B E R 1 0 for an extraordinary evening of cocktails, dinner and the musical artistry of the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra and Zubin Mehta with Special Guests. To purchase Gala tickets, visit TheWallis.org/support or call 310 246 3800.
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JERUSALEM QUARTET April 14, 2016 Israel’s award-winning Jerusalem Quartet continues to tour extensively worldwide, with a growing reputation in North America and popular visits to major venues throughout the U.S. The Quartet’s lauded records have been awarded with numerous prizes, including three BBC Music Magazine Awards, the Diapason d’Or Arte and an ECHO Klassik Award.
HAYDN Quartet in D-Major, Op. 64, No. 5 (Lark) RAVEL Quartet in F-Major DVORÁK Quartet in F-Major, Op. 96 (American)
DAVID ORLOWSKY TRIO’S THE SOUL OF KLEZMER March 25, 2016 The David Orlowsky Trio, founded by the young and incredibly gifted leather jacket-clad clarinetist Orlowsky, present Klezmer music in an entirely new, unexpectedly hip dimension. The trio are taking the world by storm with regularly sold-out concert halls, rave reviews and a steadily increasing following. In The Soul of Klezmer, you’ll be taken on a musical journey from the Jewish villages of Eastern Europe to the buzzing Klezmer madness of New York City.
“Orlowsky drew his audience under his spell right from the first hypnotic moment. Ovations and cries of bravo concluded the evening.”— WAX 27
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Next Generation @ The Wallis
Sean Chen JUSTIN KAUFLIN January 22, 2016
SEAN CHEN February 19, 2016
STEVEN LIN March 11, 2016
Despite losing his eyesight at the young age of 11, Justin Kauflin has gone on to become an awardwinning jazz pianist and one of the subjects of the celebrated Quincy Jones-produced documentary Keep on Keepin’ On about his relationship with his mentor, legendary jazz musician Clark Terry.
Pianist Sean Chen, recent winner of UPenn’s eminent 2015 Annenberg arts fellowship for artists on the verge of breakthrough, won over fans and critics alike at the 2013 Cliburn Competition as the first American to earn a Cliburn award since 1997.
Young Taiwanese-American pianist Steven Lin impressed many with his unshakeable focus as he famously played through a 6.5 earthquake during a competition in Japan. The New York Times recently hailed, “His playing [is] immaculately voiced and enhanced by admirable subtleties of shading and dynamics.”
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Cabaret @ The Wallis “This singer and actress, who is at the top of the cabaret food chain, is unafraid to take chances”–THE NEW YORK TIMES CHRISTINE EBERSOLE Big Noise from Winnetka January 25-26, 2016 Tony Award-winner (42nd Street and Grey Gardens) Christine Ebersole will headline the new cabaret series this winter in the Lovelace Studio Theater. Big Noise from Winnetka features both classic and reimagined Broadway hits, pop and jazz classics and anecdotes about growing up. To receive more information about our Cabaret Series, subscribe to our E-Newsletter by visiting TheWallis.org/e-newsletter.
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Films @ The Wallis “When I sing, I believe. I’m honest.” —FRANK SINATRA
Visit TheWallis.org for film series titles and showtimes.
“The words are secondary and the secrets are primary. That’s what interests me most.” —MIKE NICHOLS
IN CELEBRATION OF FRANK SINATRA’S 100TH BIRTHDAY November 13-14, 2015 His smooth baritone voice rocketed him into fame, but Frank Sinatra’s wide range as an actor in over 60 films was equally extraordinary, earning him the nickname “One Take Charlie” for his spontaneous, instinctive acting style. To celebrate Ol’ Blue Eyes’ 100th birthday, we present a selection of his films.
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HONORING MIKE NICHOLS March 12, 2016 Join us in a tribute to the iconic work of director Mike Nichols, adored by audiences and critics alike for films such as The Graduate, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?, Postcards from the Edge and Angels in America. One of the very few people who have been awarded an Oscar, a Tony, an Emmy and a Grammy, Nichol’s career has achieved landmark status both on Broadway and in Hollywood from the 1950s through 2014, the year he passed away. The Wallis Season 2015–16
Art & Ideas The Wallis expands its wildly popular Arts & Ideas Series with stimulating conversations, thought-provoking performances and newly aligned community partnerships. All Arts & Ideas events may be added to your Subscription Series with guaranteed priority seating.
Outside the Wire: The Theater of War Featuring Frances McDormand and David Strathairn October 7, 2015 Academy Award-winner Frances McDormand, Academy Award-nominee David Strathairn and author Bryan Doerries celebrate the launch of Doerries’ new book The Theater of War through dramatic readings and conversation. The Theater of War powerfully illustrates his experience engaging military personnel and veterans with the redemptive and therapeutic power of classic Greek plays. Cast subject to change.
It Gets Better: Presented by The Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles October 10, 2015 The It Gets Better Project began online as a way to share personal testimonials with young people—especially LGBTQ individuals — about the need to persevere despite painfully challenging situations. This exciting adaptation of the project for the stage brings to life real-life stories from lesbian, gay, transgender, genderqueer and straight allies from across America and infuses them with dynamic musical numbers by the talented 8-member cast—with a few surprises along the way! Visit TheWallis.org for more Arts & Ideas programming.
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Freeze Frame Written, Directed and Choreographed by Debbie Allen February 5-6, 2016
Exploding onto the stage in a fusion of Dance, Music, Cinema and Theater, this U.S. Premiere will bring the passion and pain of L.A.’s toughest streets to The Wallis. Written, directed and choreographed by three-time Emmy Award-winning choreographer/director Debbie Allen, Freeze Frame will inspire, stun and awaken the audience with powerful dance, soulful voices and true stories that transform lives. 31
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NOWRUZ NEW YEAR MAR 19 DAVID ORLOWSKY TRIO: THE SOUL OF KLEZMER MAR 25 P 29 JENNIFER KOH & SHAI WOSNER MAR 26
OUTDOORS @ THE WALLIS
This season we will launch a free outdoor series of music and dance. READINGS @ THE WALLIS
In the spring of ‘16 The Wallis will begin to present readings of exciting new plays and musicals. For more information visit TheWallis.org.
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