The Pavilion's On Stage June 2013

Official Program of

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

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Tonight in the Plaza.......................................................................... 1 Letter from the President & CEO.................................................... 2 The Music of Michael Jackson....................................................... 3 Biographies....................................................................................... 4 Houston Symphony Orchestra........................................................ 5 Sponsor Spotlight.............................................................................. 6 Pavilion Bytes.................................................................................... 6 Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser................................................... 6 Bugs Bunny at the Symphony Returns this Summer..................... 7 Marketing Assistant Gains Real World Experience....................... 7 Educational Outreach Programs................................................... 8

Michael Jackson Dance Off with Radio Disney Road Crew Instrument Petting Zoo with The Pavilion Partners Make Your Own Microphone with The Pavilion Partners Seat Exchange with Fidelity Investments Register to Win “Best Seats in the House” with Tommy Bahama Stop by “Houston Family Magazine,” Century 21 Realty Partners, Woodforest National Bank, Renewal by Andersen & Audi of America to participate in kid-friendly activities.

All activities in the plaza are free.

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Shannon Wilson – Editor-in-Chief Courtney Galle – Managing Editor Whitney Hough – Contributing Writer Program design by Don Crouch, imagineer

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Our Mission Founded in 1990, The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides diverse, high-quality performing arts events for the entertainment and enrichment of a broad regional audience. Through numerous educational and community outreach programs, The Center is a catalyst for attracting new audiences to the

Letter from the President & CEO Welcome to the 24th season of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, also known as the Summer Home of the Houston Symphony, Home Away from Home of Houston Ballet and a presenting venue of Houston Grand Opera.

Tonight, we are excited to present The Music of Michael Jackson with the Houston Symphony. This one-of-a-kind concert features the fabulous music of Michael Jackson spanning 40 years of his influential and celebrated career. Songs featured include music from Jackson’s early years to his mega hits like “ABC,” “I’ll Be There” and “Got To Be There” through “Beat It,” “Thriller,” “Rock With You,” “The Way You Make Me Feel” and many, many more.

Brent Havens joins the symphony again as the conductor for The Music of Michael Jackson.

Havens has conducted the last two “Music Of” concerts at The Pavilion including The Music of The Eagles and The Music of Queen.

We are again providing free mezzanine and lawn seating for all of our wonderful performing arts events, thanks to our generous sponsors. At all symphonies, guests are welcome to have a picnic in their seat or on the hill. Lawn chairs also are provided free at all performing arts events. Please take advantage of this free offer and bring your family, friends and neighbors to The Pavilion this season to enjoy an evening under the stars. You will be glad you did.

I want to thank our employees, sponsors and dedicated board of directors for their continued support. Most of all I want to thank each and every one of you for coming out and supporting tonight’s event.

I look forward to seeing you at our next concert.

The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands Home of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 2005 Lake Robbins Drive • The Woodlands, TX 77380 Phone: 281-364-3010 Fax: 281-364-3011 www.woodlandscenter.org info@woodlandscenter.org

Officers Jeffrey H. Shipley – Chairman of the Board Jerry MacDonald – President and CEO Joseph P. Ash – Vice Chairman Mark E. Ellis – Secretary Jeff Young – Vice President Lori Figaro – Treasurer

Board of Directors John H. Beaird Jeff Beard Gary Becker Eric Beylier David D. Dunlap Carol P. Garner Jeffrey R. Harder Jason K. Harris Peter R. Huntsman Paul R. Kenworthy, M.D. Daniel E. Kolkhorst Estelle P. McLaughlin

C. Grant Mitchell Steve A. Morrow Steven W. Nance John Robichau Julie Rock Maryann T. Seaman Larry Shaffer Nick Vanderpool IV Raymond I. Wilcox Marsha K. Williams Janet S. Wong Hank Wood

Director in memoriam Cynthia Woods Mitchell (1922 - 2009)

Staff Jerry MacDonald President & CEO

Jerry MacDonald – President & CEO Margaret Jones – Executive Assistant Shannon Wilson – Acting Director of Marketing

& Public Relations Cindy DuBois – Director of Marketing & Education Courtney Galle – Marketing & PR Manager Whitney Hough – Social Media Marketing Coordinator Stanica Matijevich - Marketing Assistant Lori Figaro – CFO Paula Smith – Senior Accountant Heather Reding – Human Resources Manager Jenny Lewis – Accountant Stephanie Stone – Accounting Assistant Christine Scully – Director of Development Leslie Williams – Volunteer & Special Events

Coordinator Jeff Young – Vice President of Operations JD Villaseñor – Director of Premium Seat Sales David Schlauch – Operations Manager Kelly Rich – Event Manager Josie Moore – Box Office Manager Mike Karczewski – Assistant Box Office Manager Matt Meyer – Assistant Operations Manager Carla DeHart – Administrative Coordinator Joey Rincon – Overnight Security Supervisor Mike Bevel – Operations Paula Jauregui – Maintenance Victor Maldonado – Maintenance Larry Stewart – Overnight Security Susana Salazar – Overnight Security Javier Ramirez – Maintenance

performing arts and building strong ties between the arts and educational institutions.

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June 8 Program

The Music of Michael Jackson Saturday, June 8, 2013 – 8 p.m.

Brent Havens, conductor James Delisco, vocalist Kelli Reisen, background vocalist Felicia Barton, background vocalist Daniel Clemens, bass and vocalist Powell Randolph, drums and vocalist George Cintron, guitar and vocalist Bart Kuebler, keyboards and vocalist

Tonight’s program will be announced from the stage.

Please turn off all cellphones during the concert.

Photography and video are not allowed, including with cellphones at the request of the Houston Symphony.

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The Music of Michael Jackson Bridging the gulf between pop and classical music, conductor and arranger Brent Havens takes the podium to present The Music of Michael Jackson in a program he scored to extend the listening experience of Michael’s exceptional tunes. Amplified with a full band and vocals and featuring the Houston Symphony, Havens and his ensemble capture Jackson’s distinct sound while presenting some familiar as well as new musical colors. Delivering a fabulous rendition of Jackson’s vocals is performer James Delisco.

Delisco grew up listening to Jackson and even met him at a performance in Jacksonville, Fla., where Delisco was raised.

stood that Michael Jackson fans would want to hear the original, familiar elements of the music. He tries to stay as close to the originals as possible and used the orchestra for enhancement.

“So many of the musicians grew up with this music much like we did,” said Havens. “They may not have studied it to the extent that my musicians have studied it, but they are certainly familiar with the music.”

As always Havens wanted to keep the foundation of the music as close to the originals as he could and then add additional colors to enhance what Michael had done.

“James has that rare combination of a fabulous voice, athletic dance moves and audience sensitivity where he understands what the audience is looking for and needs from the performers on stage,” said Havens.

“He has an uncanny ability to make the right move on stage or say the right thing just as the audience is looking for it. It’s amazing to see.”

“The wonderful thing with an orchestra is that you have an entire palette of sounds to call upon. The band is reproducing what Michael did as closely as possible within the constraints of personnel, and then having an orchestra behind the band gives the music richness, a whole new feel, a whole different sense of color but still preserving the wonderful music that he originally produced,” said Havens.

Heightened by rock concert lighting, the symphonic/pop hybrid has met with riotous approval at both ends of the hall. Many classical musicians also enjoy the change of pace. As with the other shows, Havens under-

The show has proven a great way to introduce a whole new group of fans to the symphony experience.

Conductor Biography

Vocalist Biography

Berklee College of Music-trained arranger and conductor Brent Havens has written music for orchestras, feature films and virtually every kind of television. His TV work includes movies for networks such as ABC, CBS and The Family Channel, commercials, sports music for networks such as ESPN and even cartoons. He Brent worked with The Doobie Brothers and Havens the Milwaukee Symphony, arranging and conducting the combined group for Harley Davidson’s 100th Anniversary Birthday Party Finale attended by more than 150,000 fans.

Havens’ most recent film work includes the score for the film “Quo Vadis,” a Premier Pictures remake of the 1956 gladiator film. Havens is arranger and guest conductor for five symphonic rock programs including The Music of Led Zeppelin, The Music of Queen, The Music of Pink Floyd, The Music of The Eagles and The Music of The Doors. His latest endeavor is The Music of Michael Jackson.

Crowned “The Entertainer” by “Mr. Las Vegas,” Wayne Newton, on the E! reality TV series, James Delisco, has proven he is more than worthy of that title. After completing his $1 million contract at the Las Vegas Hilton, where his show opened to rave reviews, Delisco continues to obtain critical acclaim in every market and venJames ue on his recent world-wide tour.

Delisco

An iconoclastic showroom performer with great energy, Delisco emanates old school charm with contemporary charisma. His handling of a song is so true to itself and to the purpose of music, to uplift and inspire, that a musical and entertainment revolution is only a matter of time for this enormously talented artist. Where classic quality meets edgy rock and soul style with undeniable stage presence, he is the future of music and entertainment.

Delisco creates a connection between artist and audience members while ushering in his unique new sound through his original music. He has crafted his own style of music he calls RaGaBaR, which is a synthesis of the elements of 20th century music such as rhythm and blues, gospel, rock and ragtime. As confirmation of its appeal to all generations in its design and commitment to the celebration of energy and musical ethic, Delisco continually brings the audience to its feet, with standing ovations at every performance.

On the threshold of major stardom, this polished young talent and electrifying performer returns to the U.S. from Berlin, Germany, the Venetian Casino in Macau and opening the new Sands Casino in Singapore. He plays to sold-out audiences everywhere he appears, which is a testament to both the mystery and intrigue of Delisco.

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Sponsor Spotlight

Orchestra Program Listing

Hans Graf, Music Director Roy and Lillie Cullen Chair

Michael Krajewski Principal Pops Conductor

First Violin Frank Huang, Concertmaster Max Levine Chair Eric Halen, Associate Concertmaster Ellen E. Kelley Chair Assia Dulgerska, Assistant Concertmaster** Cornelia and Meredith Long Chair Qi Ming, Assistant Concertmaster Fondren Foundation Chair Marina Brubaker, Hewlett-Packard Company Chair Alexandra Adkins Sergei Galperin MiHee Chung Rodica Gonzalez Ferenc Illenyi Si-Yang Lao Kurt Johnson Christopher Neal Second Violin Jennifer Owen, Principal Tina Zhang, Associate Principal** Sophia Silvos, Acting Associate Principal Hitai Lee Kiju Joh Mihaela Frusina Ruth Zeger Margaret Bragg Martha Chapman Kevin Kelly** Tong Yan Christine Pastorek Amy Teare Oleg Chelpanov* Viola Wayne Brooks, Principal Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Legacy Society Chair Joan DerHovsepian, Associate Principal George Pascal, Assistant Principal Wei Jiang Linda Goldstein Sheldon Person Fay Shapiro Daniel Strba Mr. and Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Chair Thomas Molloy Phyllis Herdliska Cello Brinton Averil Smith, Principal Janice and Thomas Barrow Chair Christopher French, Associate Principal Haeri Ju Jeffrey Butler Kevin Dvorak Xiao Wong Myung Soon Lee James R. Denton** Anthony Kitai Hellen Weberpal* 5 • www.woodlandscenter.org

Andrés Orozco-Estrada Music Director Designate

Robert Franz Associate Conductor

Double Bass David Malone, Acting Principal Mark Shapiro, Acting Associate Principal Eric Larson Robert Pastorek Burke Shaw Donald Howey Michael McMurray

Trumpet Mark Hughes, Principal George P. and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Chair John DeWitt, Associate Principal Robert Walp, Assistant Principal Anthony Prisk Speros P. Martel Chair

Flute Aralee Dorough, Principal General Maurice Hirsch Chair Judy Dines, Acting Associate Principal Allison Jewett** Gina Hughes* Rebecca Powell Garfield*

Trombone Allen Barnhill, Principal Bradley White, Associate Principal Phillip Freeman

Piccolo Allison Jewett** Rebecca Powell Garfield*

Tuba Dave Kirk, Principal

Oboe Jonathan Fischer, Principal Lucy Binyon Stude Chair Anne Leek, Acting Principal Colin Gatwood Adam Dinitz

Percussion Brian Del Signore, Principal Mark Griffith Matthew Strauss

Clarinet Thomas LeGrand, Acting Principal Christian Schubert, Acting Associate Principal David Pharris* Alexander Potiomkin

Keyboard Scott Holshouser, Principal Neva Watkins West Chair Orchestra Personnel Manager Michael Gorman Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager Linda Oper

Bass Clarinet Alexander Potiomkin Tassie and Constantine S. Nicandros Chair

Librarian Thomas Takaro

Bassoon Rian Craypo, Principal Stewart Orton Chair Eric Arbiter, Associate Principal American General Chair Elise Wagner J. Jeff Robinson** Benjamin Atherholt*

Stage Manager Donald Ray Jackson

Contrabassoon J. Jeff Robinson** Benjamin Atherholt* Horn William VerMeulen, Principal Robert Johnson, Acting Associate Principal Brian Thomas Robert and Janice McNair Foundation Chair Nancy Goodearl Wade Butin*

Assistant Librarians Erik Gronfor Michael McMurray

Assistant Stage Manager Kelly Morgan Stage Technician Toby Blunt Zoltan Fabry Cory Grant * Contracted Substitute ** On Leave

If you’re bummed that you can’t bring in your camera to certain events, but want to be able to share photos with your friends, be sure to check The Pavilion Facebook page! We post photos and video highlights from each show within just a few days. Search “The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion” on Facebook to find our page.

Did you know that The Pavilion is on Instagram? We post behind the scenes photos as well as photos of fans and activities around The Pavilion. Check us out at instagram.com/thepavilion_tx.

Timpani Ronald Holdman, Principal Brian Del Signore, Associate Principal

Harp Paula Page, Principal

Have you been checking in on Foursquare when you visit The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion? Guests that visit The Pavilion and check in three times for different events between May 8 and July 12 receive a Pavilion souvenir at Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II on July 16! View the special on Foursquare for details and restrictions. Foursquare can be used on iOS and Android devices, and downloaded through the App Store or Google Play.

The Pavilion loves to see guests with picnics at performing arts events! Visit our Pinterest page for great ideas for picnics that the whole family will enjoy. You can find our page at pinterest.com/ thepavilion_tx.

Bass Trombone Phillip Freeman

English Horn Adam Dinitz

E-Flat Clarinet Christian Schubert

Board of Directors Support The Pavilion’s Mission to Bring Performing Arts and Education to the Community

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The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is known for presenting the big rock and country concerts like Kid Rock, Maroon 5, The Dave Matthews Band, Keith Urban and more. It is often forgotten The Pavilion also is a nonprofit performing arts center. The Pavilion’s legal name is The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands.

As a nonprofit organization, The Pavilion is governed by a volunteer board of directors. These board members serve as the voice of the venue in the community.

The board of directors serves as the main decision-making body at The Pavilion. The volunteer Board meets six times a year to give guidance and feedback on the direction of The Pavilion’s programs. The board also approves the annual budget.

Members of the board give personal donations as well as donations through corporate sponsorships ranging from underwriting free seating at performing arts events to subsidizing school trips to educational outreach programs and to The Pavilion Partners Fine Arts Scholarship Fund.

They also donate towards The Pavilion’s fundraising programs like the Gala, Wine Dinner & Auction, Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser and the Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament. The board was instrumental in many major decisions affecting The Pavilion, including the decision to rebuild The Pavilion after Hurricane Ike in 2008.

Most importantly, the board’s mission is to keep the nonprofit status of The Center for the Performing Arts in the forefront of the community’s minds.

“Feel the Sun Shine, Shinin’ Down On Me and You” at Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser

by Stanica Matijevich

It’s going to be a “Long Hot Summer.” Pull on your “Blue Jeans” and join us for a great event! Mark your calendars for The Pavilion Partners Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser Aug. 16. The event takes place in the House of Blues Hospitality Tent prior to the Keith Urban concert.

Tickets to this fun summertime event are $200 per person. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with dinner, but the fun doesn’t stop there. With chances to win great prizes and opportunities to bid on vacation packages, concert memorabilia, jewelry and more during the live auction, you won’t want to miss out.

Proceeds from this event benefit The Pavilion’s performing arts events and educational outreach programs.

To make your reservations, visit www.woodlandscenter.org or contact Leslie Williams at lwilliams@woodlandscenter.org or 281-210-1125. Tickets are limited and seating is allocated on a first come, first served basis.

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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony Returns to The Pavilion this Summer Back on The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s stage is Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II July 16 at 8:30 p.m. This exciting new edition of Looney Tunes and live orchestra accompaniment adds classics like Duck Amuck, along with such beloved special guests as Pepe Le Pew and Tom and Jerry in The Hollywood Bowl! Plus two sensational new 3D theatrical animated shorts! Tickets are $15 for orchestra seating.

favorite Warner Bros. Looney Tunes characters on-screen with live full symphony orchestra accompaniment. The music was composed by legendary Hollywood composers Carl Stalling and Milt Franklyn, as inspired by the extraordinary classics of Wagner, Rossini, Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Offenbach, Liszt, and many others.

Arrive early for pre-concert activities starting at 7 p.m. in the North Plaza featuring Fidelity Investments, Century 21 Realty Partners, Renewal

by Andersen, The Pavilion Partners, Radio Disney Road Crew, Woodforest National Bank, “Houston Family Magazine” and Audi of America, official automobile of The Pavilion. Guests can register to win Tommy Bahama’s “Best Seats in the House.” “Treat” yourself to free ice cream! The first 1,000 guests to visit the North Plaza get free ice cream with all the fixings, courtesy of Fidelity Investments.

Mezzanine and lawn seating are free courtesy of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation.

Tickets are not required for free seating. Gates open at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored in part by “Houston Family Magazine.”

Don’t miss these, plus old favorites What’s Opera, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, Baton Bunny in addition to other Warner Bros. classics like Friz Freleng’s Rhapsody Rabbit, and the virtuoso orchestral roller coaster ride of the Road Runner epic, Zoom and Bored. Bugs Bunny is joined on-screen by his immensely popular cohorts, including Elmer Fudd, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner, Pepe Le Pew, and Tom and Jerry.

At all symphonies, guests are welcome to have a picnic in their seat or on the hill. Keep in mind that beverages cannot be brought into The Pavilion. Sitting on the hill? Lawn chairs also are provided free for this event!

Conducted and created by Emmy Award™ winner George Daugherty, Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II is a celebration of the world’s

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Marketing Assistant Gains Real World Experience this Summer

by Stanica Matijevich

This summer Stanica Matijevich joins The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion as the marketing assistant. A senior at the University of Houston, Matijevich hopes to gain real world experience before graduating in December with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and minor in Retail and Consumer Sciences.

A proud member of Delta Zeta, she has held many leadership positions. This year she is honored to be serving as the chapter’s president. Last year Matijevich was heavily involved with Delta Zeta’s local philanthropy efforts, working at The Center for Hearing and Speech. Having served as their public relations and marketing intern for the fall semester, she helped prepare for their biggest event Via Colori. It is a two day street 7 • www.woodlandscenter.org

painting festival that raised more than $400,000. Matijevich also was involved in the University of Houston Orientation Team for two years and served as an executive member.

Matijevich moved to Houston in 2010 from California.

Though she claims to not have an artistic bone in her body, she does have a love for music. With Selena Quintanilla Perez being her idol and inspiration to work hard and achieve her dream, she hopes this summer gives her insight into the music industry and sends her on her way of achieving her dreams of working in the entertainment business as a public relations professional.

Educational Outreach Programs • Hats Off to Reading Hats Off to Reading is a free, family literacy event sponsored by the Reading Odyssey Committee where children get to take home a free book and kid-friendly activities. This annual celebration is a favorite for children who get to take home a free book and participate in literacy-based activities such as visiting with storybook characters and making bookmarks and hats.

• Musical Scores Musical Scores primarily serves academically at-risk, middle school students who earn the privilege to attend a special event at The Pavilion.

Administrators and/or teachers from each participating school negotiate an agreement with each student whereby he or she earns points for scholastic progress and achievement. When the students reach their goal, thus achieving their “musical score,” they are treated to a free performance, t-shirt and lunch at The Pavilion.

• Fine Arts Education Day: A David Dewhurst Symphony Explorer Concert This event is a free concert featuring the Houston Symphony that is designed to introduce fourth grade students to orchestral music and the various instruments in band and orchestra before they enter fifth grade and have to choose an elective.

Fifth and sixth grade band and orchestra students from CISD also are invited. For them, the concert demonstrated where their studies could take them if they continued their pursuit of music in junior high.

• Texas Music Festival Orchestra Presented by the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music, the Texas Music Festival Orchestra showcases 100 talented young musicians from around the world who attend a training program at University of Houston. The festival culminates with a free public performance at The Pavilion. The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition winner performs a solo at this performance and medals are awarded to all of the competition finalists.

• Music in Motion Music in Motion is an educational outreach event in which master classes are held for CISD high school band and orchestra students led by Houston Symphony musicians and guests.

These classes are designed for student musicians to receive personal instruction from professional musicians and to prepare students for AllState competitions.

• Children’s Festival The four-day Children’s Festival is designed to educate and entertain children of all ages. The festival features award-winning performers of puppetry, music, pantomime, theater, humor and original songs who incorporate educational messages into each performance.

Curriculum guides are available for educators to integrate performance content into areas of study.

The first two days of the festival are devoted to school field trips. The weekend is open to the public.

• Pavilion Talk Informative pre-concert discussions led by noted music scholar and college professor Ira Black that offer historical insight into the evening’s concert; takes place 45 minutes before most symphony concerts in The Pavilion’s North Plaza.

• Young Talent Spotlight Encourages the artists of tomorrow by exposing them to the joy of performing in front of a live audience; takes place during Children’s Festival, Texas Music Festival and on the side stage prior to many performing arts events.

• Instrument Petting Zoo Sponsored by Music & Arts, the zoo consists of musical instruments including woodwinds, brass, strings and percussion; children have the opportunity prior to most performing arts events to interact with the zoo, touching and even playing the instruments. The Pavilion Partners help implement the program.

• Community Ticket Program This program makes orchestra-level tickets to performing arts events available for free to numerous nonprofit organizations and senior groups.

• Community Share The Community Share program gives area nonprofit organizations the opportunity to utilize our performing arts events by having a booth where they can promote their organization and its mission to concertgoers; limited to one nonprofit organization per event.

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Guest Information

Encore The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands would like to thank the following contributors for their financial support of our 2013 Performing Arts Season and Educational Outreach Programs as of May 31 printing deadline. $100,000 - $249,999 Live Nation George P. Mitchell The Pavilion Partners $50,000 - $74,999 The Woodlands Development Company The Wortham Foundation $25,000 - $49,999 Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Audi of America Woodforest National Bank $15,000 - $24,999 ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment Devon Energy H-E-B PepsiCo $10,000 - $14,999 BBVA Compass Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Insperity KPMG, LLP TalismanUSA $5,000 - $9,999 Aon Hewitt Katherine & John Beaird Black Forest Ventures Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts

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Fidelity Investments FMC Technologies Entergy Albert and Ethel Herzstein Foundation Linn Energy John P. McGovern Foundation Union Pacific Foundation Woodlands Waterway Art Festival $2,000 - $4,999 Century 21 Realty Partners EMI Sheryl & Fred Greene Renewal by Andersen $1,000 - $1,999 Valerie & Robert Beardsley Barb & Stephen Crain Exxon Volunteers Carol & Phil Garner Candi & Gerald Glenn Sheryl & Fred Greene Alison& Rich Henderson Tricia & Jerry MacDonald Julie & Jerry Mayrant Whitney & Derek McCoy Suzanne & Robert Potter Vicki & Michael Richmond Maryann T. & Timothy Seaman Susie & Jeff Shipley

$500 - $999 Annette & Ken Hallock Amy & Jonathan Homeyer Insperity Volunteers Dr. Lisa & Dr. Paul Kenworthy Judy & Charles Lano JoAnne & Randy Lowry Brenda & John Mizell Mary Matteson & Norman Parrish Amy & George Sowers Melissa & Jeff Young $250 - $499 Debra & Michael Caliel Suzanne & Ed Ellis Linda & Ken Feld Susan & Daniel Fordyce Linda & Steve Hester Kelly & Paul Messenger Nicole & Will Murphy Annice & John Nanninga Arlene & Sol Sachs In-Kind ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment Blackhorse Houston Community Newspapers & The Courier & The Villager Kim Son Restaurant Main Event EMS Tommy Bahama The Woodlands Waterway Marriott & Hotel United Airlines

2013 The Pavilion Partners Fine Arts Scholarship Donors: $1,000 Colleen & Robert Ayers Phil Barber Lewis Bock Corporate Incentives Leslie & Bryon Ellis Candi & Gerald Glenn Bonnie & Robert Graham Annette & Ken Hallock Kelly & Brady Hull Alice & Patrick Hynes Ed Jones Gayelene & Ralph McIngvale Janet Wong & Ron Mullins Suzanne & Robert Potter Dr. Judith Ragsdale Maryann & Tim Seaman Leigh & Larry Shaffer R.E. Strong

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion acknowledges the financial support of The Woodlands Township that is generated by the Event Admissions Tax for its performing arts and educational programs.

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion offers concertgoers live performing arts events in a picturesque setting featuring such world-renowned organizations as the Houston Symphony, Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera and Texas Music Festival Orchestra. The following information about concert etiquette will enhance your visit and help ensure that all of our guests enjoy their arts experience to the fullest.

Electronic Devices Take a break from the outside world! Please turn off all cellphones and other audible electronics. Photography and videography are NOT allowed during the performances, including with cellphones, at the request of the artists. Tablets, such as iPads and Kindles, are not permitted into the venue because they are a distraction to other guests and the artists.

Late Seating Fashionably late? If you arrive after a performance has started, our ushers will do their best to seat you during an appropriate pause in the program. For certain performances, and at the request of the artist, guests seated in the orchestra section might have to wait until a transition is made between songs to proceed to their seats.

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Children

Tickets are available at The Pavilion Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the day of performances through intermission. American Express, MasterCard, VISA and Discover are accepted at The Pavilion Box Office.

For most contemporary events, children 5 and under are admitted free to the lawn without a ticket. At most performing arts events, children are admitted free with their parents to the mezzanine and lawn areas. All children must have a ticket to sit in orchestra-level seating.

Tickets also are available at www.ticketmaster.com, all outlets, including Fiesta, select H-E-B and Walmart locations and Media Magic, or charge by phone at 800-745-3000.

For guests with hearing impairments, Ticketmaster’s TDD number is 800-755-6244.

Groups of 20 or more are eligible for discounts for performing arts and selected contemporary events. For information, call 281-210-1127 or visit The Pavilion Box Office.

Parking Guests may park free of charge in lighted and patrolled lots convenient to The Pavilion.

Preferred parking is available for all events in the on-site Town Center Garage. For most events, lots open 90 minutes prior to the performance.

Food and Beverages Food and beverage items are available from The Pavilion concession areas in the North, South and Lawn plazas. Concessions are operated by ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment. Food can be brought in during all performing arts events; however, beverages are not allowed into the venue.

ATMs ATMs are located in the North, South and Lawn plazas of The Pavilion.

Prohibited Items To ensure the enjoyment and safety of all our guests, the following items may not be brought into The Pavilion: Animals, aerosol cans, audio and video equipment, cameras, food, beverages, non-plastic bottles or bottles with lids, fireworks, laptops, laser pointers, lawn chairs, portable televisions, radios, strollers, tablets (such as iPads and Kindles) and weapons.

Cameras and Recording Devices Cameras that are small, non professional are usually allowed at most contemporary concerts. No professional, detachable lens cameras are permitted into the venue.

No audio or video is permitted at any event at The Pavilion. Camera policies are dictated by the artist and are subject to change. Photography and video, including with cellphones, are NOT allowed at Houston Symphony concerts, Houston Grand Opera or Houston Ballet events at their request.

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Concert Etiquette

Children The Pavilion is a family-friendly venue and we love to see families at our performing arts events. However, please be courteous of both the orchestra and those around you by keeping youngsters from talking loudly and running around during the performance. Even if you are seated on the hill, loud children can be very distracting for everyone. We want all of our guests to have the most enjoyable concert experience possible.

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During the Performance Guests should refrain from entering and exiting their seats while a performance is in progress. If you must leave your seat, please proceed quickly and quietly to the nearest aisle or ask the nearest usher for assistance. Please be courteous to other members of the audience.

Applause Not sure when to applaud and when not to? A good rule of thumb is to watch the conductor. The conductor should let you know when a piece is over by lowering both arms and turning to face the audience.

After the Concert Bravo! As the applause dies down, the performers will put their instruments away and leave the stage. The house lights will be turned on so guests can exit safely.

To Picnic, or Not to Picnic?

Picnics are welcome at all performing arts events at The Pavilion. Guests can bring in any type of food item; however, beverages can not be brought into the venue. Guests are welcome to bring empty water bottles to fill at water fountains or to purchase beverages at our concessions stands.

Permanent restrooms are located in all three plazas.

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Lawn Chairs

To inquire about lost items, guests may ask a Pavilion staff member for assistance or call The Pavilion Administrative Office during business hours at 281-364-3010.

For comfortable hillside seating, guests may bring blankets or use The Pavilion’s specially designed lawn chairs free of charge for all performing arts events.

Tours Guided tours of The Pavilion can be arranged for groups by calling 281-364-3010.

First Aid Trained medical professionals are on duty at all Pavilion events. If medical help is needed, ask any Pavilion staff member for assistance.

Guests with Special Needs The Pavilion is accessible to guests with disabilities. For detailed information, consult our free brochure available at the Information Booths, call 281-364-3010, or visit www.woodlandscenter.org.

Information Booths

Special Events The 1,600-square-foot Woodforest Bank Club, located just off The Pavilion’s North Plaza, is available for lease year-round. Outfitted with large video screens, multimedia equipment with surround sound, a copier, fax and dedicated telephone and modem lines, the Club is designed for business meetings and special, private events. For rental information, call 281-363-0900.

The House of Blues Hospitality Tent provides a tented outdoor setting for pre- or postconcert gatherings at most contemporary concerts. For more information, call 281-363-0900.

Information booths are located at the gated entrances in the North, South and Lawn plazas. If guests have questions or concerns, they are encouraged to visit Pavilion volunteers who staff the information booths throughout the events.

Inclement Weather All events at The Pavilion are rain or shine. Pavilion events are not canceled due to rain. If it rains on the day of the event, guests are encouraged to wear rain apparel.

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Volunteer Spotlight

ShowTime ShowTime is a list of events scheduled for The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, including start times and ticket prices.

Information is subject to change. Please visit www.woodlandscenter.org for the latest event information.

Bill and Gaye Craig joined The Pavilion Partners, the official volunteer organization of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, in 2000 after hearing about the organization from friends who had been event volunteers. They have been involved with the organization for the past 14 years.

Lyle Lovett and Harry Connick, Jr.,” said Gaye.

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During their time as Partners, Bill and Gaye each served a two year term on the Partners Board of Directors. They have each served on various committees including membership, Wine Dinner & Auction, Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser, Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament and more.

The Craigs have two daughters and three grandsons. Their older daughter and grandson live in Telluride, Colo., while their younger daughter and two grandsons live in Austin, Texas.

“All events at The Pavilion are fun either as a volunteer or as an attendee. Our favorite concerts have included James Taylor, Carole King,

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Michael Krajewski

John Mayer

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Bill was born and raised in Joplin, Mo. and Gaye was born and raised in Long Beach, Calif. They met in Austin, Texas and married in 1989. Bill’s career with Texaco/Star Enterprise/ Shell moved the family from Dallas to Atlanta and finally to The Woodlands in 1998. Gaye worked as a registered nurse. Both have been retired for more than 11 years.

“We love making new friends and being exposed to different genres of music,” said Bill. “The Pavilion is our backyard venue and it’s such a great way to give back to the community!”

In addition to volunteering at The Pavilion, Bill has been involved with SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) as a volunteer counselor for 10 years, providing free small business counseling. Gaye has been involved in the music ministry at The Woodlands United Methodist Church for 14 years and with women’s bible studies for 11 years.

Star-Spangled

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II

Wiz Khalifa

Train

Kid Rock

Fresh Beat Band

Keith Urban

June 22 Pitbull & Ke$ha • 7:30 p.m.

$119.50 GA Pit / $119.50, $89.50, $69.50 , $59.50,

$39.50 & $34.50 Reserved / $25 Lawn June 28 Big Time Rush & Victoria Justice • 7 p.m.

$79 Res. Pit / $79, $59.50, $55, $39.50, $35 & $29.50

Reserved / $18.50 Lawn June 30 Barry Manilow • 8 p.m.

$139.99 Res. Pit / $139.99, $89.99, $69.99, $49.99 &

$29.99 Reserved / Lawn SOLD OUT July 3 Star-Spangled Salute • 8 p.m.

with the Houston Symphony

Michael Krajewski, conductor

FREE event sponsored by The Woodlands

Development Company July 6 A Day in the Country • 2 p.m.

with Eli Young Band, Chris Jansen, Cadillac 3, Aaron

Lewis, Charlie Worsham, Easton Corbin, Brett Eldredge,

Joe Nicholas and Texaco Country Showdown

$49.50 Res. Pit / $49.50, $38.50 & $29.50 Reserved /

$20 Lawn July 11 Lynyrd Skynyrd & Bad Company • 7 p.m.

with Black Stone Cherry

$100.50 Res. Pit / $100.50, $80.50, $60.50, $50.50 &

$40.50 Reserved / $21 Lawn July 12 John Mayer • 7:30 p.m.

with Phillip Phillips

$75 Res. Pit / $75, $55 Reserved / $36 Lawn July 16 Warner Bros. presents

Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II • 8:30 p.m.

with the Houston Symphony

George Daugherty, creator and conductor

$15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation July 19 Kid Rock • 7 p.m.

with Uncle Kracker

Reserved Pit & Sections 101-103 are $170-$350 / All

other seats and lawn are $20 July 25 Black Sabbath • 7:30 p.m.

$125 Res. Pit / $125, $89.50 & $49.50 Reserved /

$30 Lawn July 26 Wiz Khalifa • 6:30 p.m.

with A$AP Rocky, B.o.B., Trinidad Jame$, Joey Bada$$,

Pro Era and Berner, Chevy Woods and Smoke DZA

$59.50 GA Pit / $59.50, $42.50, $32.50 Reserved /

$25 Lawn

Depeche Mode

July 28

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FUN.

Cracker Barrel presents Brad Paisley • 7 p.m. with special guests Chris Young, Lee Brice and The Henningsens $64.75 GA Pit / $64.75, $54.75 & $44.75 Reserved / $29.75 Lawn Matchbox Twenty & Goo Goo Dolls • 7 p.m. $95 Res. Pit / $95, $79.50, $49.50 & $39.50 Reserved / $25 Lawn Train • 7 p.m. with The Script and Gavin DeGraw $75 Res. Pit / $75, $49.50 & $29.50 Reserved / $25 Lawn Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival • 1 p.m. with Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Mastodon, Amon Amarth, Children of Bodom, Machine Head, Behemoth, Job for a Cowboy, Emmure, Born of Osiris, Motionless in White, Butcher Babies, Battlecross, Huntress Thrown into Exile and City in the Sea $89.50 GA Pit / $89.50, $55, $35 & $29 Reserved / $29 Lawn Jonas Brothers • 7 p.m. $79.50 Res. Pit / $79.50, $59.50, $39.50 & $29.50 Reserved Heart • 7:30 p.m. with Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience $100.50 Res. Pit / $100.50, $70.50, $56, $50.50, $46, $36, $35.50 & $30.50 Reserved / $15 Lawn Keith Urban • 7 p.m. with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch $54.75 GA Pit / $54.75 & $39.75 Reserved / $25 Lawn Lil Wayne • 7 p.m. with T.I. and 2 Chainz $150.75 Res. Pit / $150.75, $89.75, $69.75 $49.75 Reserved / $29.75 Lawn Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival • 6:30 p.m. with Alice In Chains, Jane’s Addiction, Coheed and Cambria & Circa Survive $89.50 GA Pit / $55.25, $39.25 & $29.25 Reserved / $25.25 Lawn Steely Dan • 7:30 p.m. $95 Res. Pit / $95, $65 & $35 Reserved Backstreet Boys • 7:30 p.m. with DJ Pauly D $89.50 GA Pit / $89.50, $69.50, $49.50 & $39.50 Reserved

Sept. 5 Música Clásica Latina • 8 p.m.

with the Houston Symphony

Marcello Lehninger, conductor

$15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of The Wortham Foundation Sept. 18 Depeche Mode • 7:30 p.m.

$99.50 Res. Pit / $99.50 & $59.50 Reserved /

$35.50 Lawn Sept. 19 Honda Civic Tour Maroon 5 & Kelly Clarkson • 7 p.m.

Sold Out Sept. 25 Fall Out Boy • 7 p.m.

with Panic! at the Disco

$45 GA Pit / $45 & $39.50 Reserved Sept. 26 Imagine Dragons • 7:30 p.m.

$42.50 GA Pit / $42.50, $39.50 & $29.50 Reserved Sept. 28 Miranda Lambert • 7:30 p.m.

with Dierks Bentley

Individual ticket prices and on sale date TBA Oct. 6 fun. • 8 p.m.

$39.50 GA Pit / $39.50 Reserved Oct. 11 Hocus Pocus Pops • 7:30 p.m.

with the Houston Symphony

$15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine

and lawn seating courtesy of H-E-B Nov. 9 18th Annual Children’s Festival • 10 a.m.

presented by Devon Energy

$8 in advance / $10 at door Nov. 10 18th Annual Children’s Festival • 12 p.m.

presented by Devon Energy

$8 in advance / $10 at door Nov. 14 Fresh Beat Band • 7 p.m.

$39.50 Res. Pit / $39.50 & $29.50 Reserved Dec. 12 Holly Jolly Symphony Spectacular • 7:30 p.m.

with the Houston Symphony

Robert Franz, conductor

$15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of Woodforest National Bank,

KMPG, LLP. and Talisman USA

Ticket Information Prices do not include service charge. Tickets are available at all outlets, including Fiesta, select H-E-B and Walmart locations and Media Magic, by calling 800-745-3000, or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets also can be purchased at The Pavilion Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and on event days through intermission. The Box Office is located at the north entrance to The Pavilion at 2005 Lake Robbins Drive in The Woodlands. For more information, call 281-363-3300 or visit www.woodlandscenter.org. Prepaid, preferred parking is available in the on-site Town Center Garage located along Six Pines Drive. Parking is $5 per vehicle for most performing arts events and $15 per vehicle for most contemporary events. Tickets for on-site parking can be purchased in advance at all locations and The Pavilion Box Office. Some service charges may apply. Advance purchase is not required, but guarantees a space the day of the show.

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Houston Symphony Program Orchestra

Hans Graf, Music Director Roy and Lillie Cullen Chair

Michael Krajewski Principal Pops Conductor

First Violin Frank Huang, Concertmaster Max Levine Chair Eric Halen, Associate Concertmaster Ellen E. Kelley Chair Assia Dulgerska, Assistant Concertmaster** Cornelia and Meredith Long Chair Qi Ming, Assistant Concertmaster Fondren Foundation Chair Marina Brubaker, Hewlett-Packard Company Chair Alexandra Adkins Sergei Galperin MiHee Chung Rodica Gonzalez Ferenc Illenyi Si-Yang Lao Kurt Johnson Christopher Neal Second Violin Jennifer Owen, Principal Tina Zhang, Associate Principal** Sophia Silvos, Acting Associate Principal Hitai Lee Kiju Joh Mihaela Frusina Ruth Zeger Margaret Bragg Martha Chapman Kevin Kelly** Tong Yan Christine Pastorek Amy Teare Oleg Chelpanov* Viola Wayne Brooks, Principal Mr. & Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Legacy Society Chair Joan DerHovsepian, Associate Principal George Pascal, Assistant Principal Wei Jiang Linda Goldstein Sheldon Person Fay Shapiro Daniel Strba Mr. and Mrs. Jesse B. Tutor Chair Thomas Molloy Phyllis Herdliska Cello Brinton Averil Smith, Principal Janice and Thomas Barrow Chair Christopher French, Associate Principal Haeri Ju Jeffrey Butler Kevin Dvorak Xiao Wong Myung Soon Lee James R. Denton** Anthony Kitai Hellen Weberpal*

Andrés Orozco-Estrada Music Director Designate

Robert Franz Associate Conductor

Trombone Allen Barnhill, Principal Bradley White, Associate Principal Phillip Freeman

Flute Aralee Dorough, Principal General Maurice Hirsch Chair Judy Dines, Acting Associate Principal Allison Jewett** Gina Hughes* Rebecca Powell Garfield*

Trumpet Mark Hughes, Principal George P. and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Chair John DeWitt, Associate Principal Robert Walp, Assistant Principal Anthony Prisk Speros P. Martel Chair

Double Bass David Malone, Acting Principal Mark Shapiro, Acting Associate Principal Eric Larson Robert Pastorek Burke Shaw Donald Howey Michael McMurray

Bass Trombone Phillip Freeman Tuba Dave Kirk, Principal

Piccolo Allison Jewett** Rebecca Powell Garfield*

Timpani Ronald Holdman, Principal Brian Del Signore, Associate Principal

Keyboard Scott Holshouser, Principal Neva Watkins West Chair

Clarinet Thomas LeGrand, Acting Principal Christian Schubert, Acting Associate Principal David Pharris* Alexander Potiomkin

Harp Paula Page, Principal

English Horn Adam Dinitz

Percussion Brian Del Signore, Principal Mark Griffith Matthew Strauss

Oboe Jonathan Fischer, Principal Lucy Binyon Stude Chair Anne Leek, Acting Principal Colin Gatwood Adam Dinitz

“Counting Every Minute” until the 2014 Prom Night Gala

by Stanica Matijevich

It’s time to break out the tulle and cummerbunds for another Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion “Hot Blooded” gala Feb. 8. The Pavilion is ecstatic to announce the theme this year is “Feels Like the First Time” Prom Night with musical guest Foreigner. The event takes place at The Edge.

Guests are encouraged to dress from their favorite prom era. Whether it’s “Fast Times at Ridgemont High,” “Pretty in Pink” or “Grease,” break out the hair gel and rollers, and show us your best prom attire.

The last gala was a huge success and many may wonder how The Pavilion is going to top it. With the help of a powerhouse party planning committee, including sisters-in-law Gayelene McIngvale and Linda Mclngvale, owners of A Memorable Event, this upcoming gala causes “Double Vision.” Going all out with the theme, from exquisite food and wine to the venue, the committee ensures it is going to be a night to remember.

“What’s so great about each gala is the overall energy and enthusiasm that not only goes into the planning, but the actual event,” said Christine Scully, development director for The Pavilion. “With so many new and exciting changes and additions, the 2014 gala is going to be able to give so much back to The Pavilion. At the end of the day that’s what the gala is all about.”

The Pavilion only hosts a fundraising gala once every three years which makes this upcoming gala unique. Also for the first time The Pavilion is honoring one couple, George and Dianne Lindahl III. George and Dianne will be honored as the “King and Queen” of the prom. George is a former board member having served on the board for six years and has given to The Pavilion in numerous ways. He was the first to purchase a $100,000 “Juke Box Hero” table.

Money raised from the 2014 gala benefits The Pavilion performing arts events, educational outreach programs and The Pavilion Partners Fine Arts Scholarship Fund.

You know its “Urgent” for you to be there, so don’t miss out! Tables of 10 are priced from $5,000 at the “Starrider” table to $100,000 for a “Juke Box Hero” table. Individual tickets are $500. Other sponsorships are available.

Orchestra Personnel Manager Michael Gorman

E-Flat Clarinet Christian Schubert

Assistant Orchestra Personnel Manager Linda Oper

Bass Clarinet Alexander Potiomkin Tassie and Constantine S. Nicandros Chair

Librarian Thomas Takaro Assistant Librarians Erik Gronfor Michael McMurray

Bassoon Rian Craypo, Principal Stewart Orton Chair Eric Arbiter, Associate Principal American General Chair Elise Wagner J. Jeff Robinson** Benjamin Atherholt*

Don’t miss the chance to relive one of your favorite high school memories, or to get it right the second time. Grab your sweetheart and dancing shoes because opportunities like this “Can’t Wait!”

Stage Manager Donald Ray Jackson Assistant Stage Manager Kelly Morgan Stage Technician Toby Blunt Zoltan Fabry Cory Grant

Contrabassoon J. Jeff Robinson** Benjamin Atherholt* Horn William VerMeulen, Principal Robert Johnson, Acting Associate Principal Brian Thomas Robert and Janice McNair Foundation Chair Nancy Goodearl Wade Butin*

* Contracted Substitute ** On Leave

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June 15 Program

Conductor Biography Mei-Ann

The Earth

an HD Odyssey Saturday, June 15 – 8 p.m.

Mei-Ann Chen*, conductor Duncan Copp, film producer

M. Gandolfi From “The Garden of Cosmic Speculation” The Willow Twist: An Exuberantly Whirling Dance!

The Universe Cascade: The Big Bang Copland Suite from “The Tender Land” I. Introduction and Love Music: Starting slowly, gradually faster and faster II. Party Scene: Lively and rough III. Finale, The Promise of Living: Moderately

Also sprach Zarathustra (Thus Spake Zarathustra), Opus 30

R. Strauss

Short Ride in a Fast Machine

J. Adams

* Houston Symphony debut

Please turn off all cellphones during the concert.

Photography and video are not allowed, including with cellphones at the request of the Houston Symphony.

Chen One of America’s most dynamic young conductors, Mei-Ann Chen is currently in her third year as music director of the Memphis Symphony. She also is music director of the Chicago Sinfonietta, a post she assumed in 2011. She has infused both orchestras with energy, enthusiasm and high-level music-making, galvanizing their audiences and communities alike. In recognition of these accomplishments, the League of Photo by Rosalie O’Connor American Orchestras granted her the prestigious Helen M. Thompson Award at its 2012 national conference in Dallas.

Highlights of Chen’s 2012-13 season include debuts with the Chicago Symphony on its subscription series, the San Francisco Symphony and the Houston Symphony. She has appearances with the North Carolina Symphony, the San Diego Symphony, the São Paulo Symphony in Brazil and Finland’s Tampere Philharmonic, among others. Last season her debuts with the Cincinnati Symphony, where she stepped in on short notice, and at the Aspen Music Festival with the Aspen Philharmonic both resulted in immediate re-engagements during the 2012-13 season. Last season, Chen also led the Netherlands Philharmonic in the Concertgebouw, the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra, the Jacksonville Symphony and the Naples Philharmonic, to name just several.

In demand as a guest conductor, Chen has appeared with the Rochester Philharmonic, the Atlanta Symphony, the National Symphony (Washington, D.C.), the Baltimore Symphony, the Seattle Symphony and the Toronto Symphony, as well as the symphony orchestras of Alabama, Colorado, Columbus, Edmonton, Florida, Fort Worth, Nashville, Oregon, Pacific, Pasadena and Phoenix. Overseas she has conducted the principal Danish orchestras, the BBC Scottish Symphony, the Bournemouth Symphony, the Graz Symphony, the National Symphony of Mexico, the Norrlands Opera Orchestra, the Norwegian Radio Orchestra and the Trondheim Symphony.

In 2005, Chen became the first woman to win the Malko Competition, held every four years in Copenhagen. She served as assistant conductor of the Atlanta Symphony and, under the aegis of the League of American Orchestras, with the Baltimore and Oregon symphonies as well. Recipient of the 2007 Taki Concordia Fellowship, she has appeared jointly with Marin Alsop and Stefan Sanderling in highly acclaimed subscription concerts with the Baltimore Symphony, Colorado Symphony and Florida Orchestra.

In 2002, Chen was unanimously selected as music director of the Portland Youth Philharmonic in Oregon, the oldest of its kind and a model for many youth orchestras in the United States. During her five-year tenure with the orchestra, she led its sold-out debut in Carnegie Hall, received an ASCAP award for innovative programming, and developed new and unique musicianship programs for the orchestra’s members.

Born in Taiwan, Chen has lived in the United States since 1989. She was the first student in New England Conservatory’s history to receive master’s degrees, simultaneously, in both violin and conducting, later studying with Kenneth Kiesler at the University of Michigan, where she earned a Doctor of Musical Arts degree in conducting. Chen also participated in the National Conducting Institute in Washington, D.C. and at the American Academy of Conducting in Aspen.

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Film Producer Biography Dr. Duncan Copp is a celebrated international film producer and director. His first commission in 2001 was “Rocket Men of Mission 105” (National Geographic) which followed the training and flight of a space shuttle crew during their mission to the International Space Station.

Other credits include “Hunt for the Death Star” (Channel Four and National Geographic) Dr. Duncan Copp which won a Gold Hugo at the Chicago International TV and Film Festival, “Magnetic Storm” (Channel Four and PBS / NOVA) and “Global Dimming” (for the BBC and PBS / NOVA). He directed both and won prestigious Wildscreen awards. “Magnetic Storm” also was a finalist at the 2004 Grierson Awards. “Global Dimming” received the international Earthwatch Award in 2007. He worked with PBS/NOVA again in 2005 directing “Hitler’s Sunken Secret,” and was awarded the gold plaque for best history documentary at the Chicago International TV and Film Festival.

During 2005-07, Copp conceived and produced the much acclaimed feature documentary “In the Shadow of the Moon” (Channel Four / Discovery / Film 4 / THINKFilm / Vertigo Films) the intimate story of the Apollo astronauts. Distributed worldwide as a theatric and television release, “In the Shadow of the Moon” received more than 15 awards internationally, including the Audience Award for Best International Film at the 2007 Sundance Film Festival.

In 2007-08, he produced and co-directed “Moon Machines,” a six part series for Discovery’s Science Channel, recounting the trials and tribulations of the engineers who built the machines that took the Apollo astronauts to the Moon. The series was awarded a coveted Grand Remi.

Copp directed and produced “Inside the Milky Way,” a two-hour showcase documentary for National Geographic in 2010, taking the viewer on a CGI rich grand tour of our Milky Way galaxy. The film was showcased at the 2011 Vedere la Scienza film festival in Milan.

His latest productions include the NOVA/National Geographic special “Secrets of the Sun” focusing on the exciting discoveries helping to unlock the secrets of our nearest star, Doomsday Volcanoes, and Neil Armstrong: First Man on the Moon, also both for NOVA. In 2009, Copp was the recipient of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics distinguished public service medal in Washington, D.C., for stimulating public interest in science and technology, specifically in space exploration. Previous recipients include Walter Cronkite and Gene Roddenberry.

He currently sits on the Board of Advisors for The Golden Spike Company, a consortium of scientists, astronauts, engineers, and politicians who share a common vision for future lunar exploration.

Copp holds a Master’s degree in Satellite Remote Sensing and a Doctorate in Astronomy, both from the University of London. He lives in Blackheath, London.

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ontents

Tonight in the Plaza June 15 7-7:45 p.m.

Instrument Petting Zoo with The Pavilion Partners

Tonight in the Plaza.......................................................................... 1 Letter from the President & CEO.................................................... 2

Recycling Project with The Pavilion Partners NASA Exhibits Seat Exchange with Fidelity Investments

Stop by Century 21 Realty Partners, Woodforest National Bank, Renewal by Andersen & Audi of America to participate in kid-friendly activities.

Biographies....................................................................................... 4

Register to Win “Best Seats in the House” with Tommy Bahama

The Earth –An HD Odyssey.............................................................. 3

Houston Symphony Orchestra....................................................... 5 “Counting Every Minute” until the 2014 Prom Night Gala.......... 6 Volunteer Spotlight.......................................................................... 7

7:15-7:45 p.m.

Letter from the President & CEO Welcome to the 24th season of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, also known as the Summer Home of the Houston Symphony, Home Away from Home of Houston Ballet and a presenting venue of Houston Grand Opera.

Tonight, we welcome back a special encore performance of the second film in the HD Odyssey series that showcases our planet with a program titled The Earth – An HD Odyssey. The concert features the Houston Symphony and striking images taken from NASA missions to Earth’s orbit. The beautiful and mystifying images are shown on a large, 24-foot screen above the stage while the symphony performs.

We are again providing free mezzanine and lawn seating for all of our wonderful performing arts events, thanks to our generous sponsors. At all symphonies, guests are welcome to have a picnic in their seat or on the hill. Lawn chairs also are provided free at all performing arts events. Please take advantage of this free offer and bring your family, friends and neighbors to The Pavilion this season to enjoy an evening under the stars. You will be glad you did.

I want to thank our employees, sponsors and dedicated board of directors for their continued support. Most of all I want to thank each and every one of you for coming out and supporting tonight’s concert.

Our next Houston Symphony concert July 3 is one of The Pavilion’s signature events. StarSpangled Salute led by Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski is a tradition in The Woodlands and a great family event to kick off the Fourth of July holiday.

I look forward to seeing you at our next concert.

Pavilion Talk with Ira J. Black

The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands Home of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 2005 Lake Robbins Drive • The Woodlands, TX 77380 Phone: 281-364-3010 Fax: 281-364-3011 www.woodlandscenter.org info@woodlandscenter.org

Officers Jeffrey H. Shipley – Chairman of the Board Jerry MacDonald – President and CEO Joseph P. Ash – Vice Chairman Mark E. Ellis – Secretary Jeff Young – Vice President Lori Figaro – Treasurer

Board of Directors John H. Beaird Jeff Beard Gary Becker Eric Beylier David D. Dunlap Carol P. Garner Jeffrey R. Harder Jason K. Harris Peter R. Huntsman Paul R. Kenworthy, M.D. Daniel E. Kolkhorst Estelle P. McLaughlin

C. Grant Mitchell Steve A. Morrow Steven W. Nance John Robichau Julie Rock Maryann T. Seaman Larry Shaffer Nick Vanderpool IV Raymond I. Wilcox Marsha K. Williams Janet S. Wong Hank Wood

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Staff

Jerry MacDonald President & CEO

Jerry MacDonald – President & CEO Margaret Jones – Executive Assistant Shannon Wilson – Acting Director of Marketing

& Public Relations Cindy DuBois – Director of Marketing & Education Courtney Galle – Marketing & PR Manager Whitney Hough – Social Media Marketing Coordinator Stanica Matijevich - Marketing Assistant

Shannon Wilson – Editor-in-Chief Courtney Galle – Managing Editor Whitney Hough – Contributing Writer Program design by Don Crouch, imagineer

Presented by

Christine Scully – Director of Development Leslie Williams – Volunteer & Special Events

Coordinator

and Sponsored by

official airline of The Pavilion

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Director in memoriam Cynthia Woods Mitchell

All activities in the plaza are free.

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Lori Figaro – CFO Paula Smith – Senior Accountant Heather Reding – Human Resources Manager Jenny Lewis – Accountant Stephanie Stone – Accounting Assistant

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s 2013 Performing Arts Season

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Wortham oundation official automobile of The Pavilion

Jeff Young – Vice President of Operations JD Villaseñor – Director of Premium Seat Sales David Schlauch – Operations Manager Kelly Rich – Event Manager Josie Moore – Box Office Manager Mike Karczewski – Assistant Box Office Manager Matt Meyer – Assistant Operations Manager Carla DeHart – Administrative Coordinator Joey Rincon – Overnight Security Supervisor Mike Bevel – Operations Paula Jauregui – Maintenance Victor Maldonado – Maintenance Larry Stewart – Overnight Security Susana Salazar – Overnight Security Javier Ramirez – Maintenance

The North Plaza is sponsored by

Our Mission Founded in 1990, The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides diverse, high-quality performing arts events for the entertainment and enrichment of a broad regional audience. Through numerous educational and community outreach programs, The Center is a catalyst for attracting new audiences to the performing arts and building strong ties between the arts and educational institutions.

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Official Program of

The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

The Earth an HD Odyssey

June 15, 2013 Sponsored by

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Wortham Foundation