Norton Center 2014-2015 Season Brochure

CENTRE COLLEGE’S

NORTON ARTS CeNTeR FOR The

2014-2015

PERFORMING AR TS SEASON

WelcOme

TO A NEW SEASON OF INCREDIBLE PERFORMING ARTS AT

CENTRE COLLEGE

With the 2014-2015 lineup, the Norton Center continues to present top artists from around the globe. From award winners, celebrities, and virtuosic performers to innovators and Broadway’s best, our aim is to ensure that the programmatic variety on our stages is always as strong as the artistic quality.

All live performing arts venues have three things in common: an area where people perform, an area where people watch, and the space surrounding the two. Your experience at the Norton Center is different because we make every effort to bring you as close to the stage as possible! How do we do it?

Our theatres are intimate spaces. With only about 1,470 seats in Newlin Hall and 370 seats in Weisiger Theatre, world-class artistry is literally at your fingertips. The acoustics in both theatres (with much thanks to the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s incredible architecture) consistently provide clear sound, whether acoustic or amplified, spoken word or music. Newlin Hall’s Orchestra level has only nine rows, making it and much of the Grand Tier balcony feel like front-row seats. With the Weisiger Theatre’s structural design, its eight rows wrap around three quarters of the performance space and audience members are practically on stage with the artists.

Our artists interact with the campus and community. The Norton Center makes every effort to encourage visiting artists to participate in engagement activities such as post-show talk-backs, lecture/demonstrations, workshops and master classes, panel discussions with Centre faculty and community leaders, and miniperformances at venues outside of the Norton Center such as the Boyle County Public Library or McDowell Place Senior Center.

From the front row to the last, our hope is that these uniquely Norton Center features result in a stronger and more memorable performance experience.

We hope to see you at many of this season’s Norton Center performances!

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K-12 Student Matinees..................24 Centre Student Performing Arts......26 Patron Information ........................28 Donor Information..........................29

perFormanceS September 4 23 27

“The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band ..............................2 Recycled Percussion ........................................................ 3 Smash Mouth .................................................................. 4

october 1 11 24

Chris Thile & Edgar Meyer .................................................. 6 Lara St. John & Marie-Pierre Langlamet ............................ 7 ZZ Top .............................................................................. 8

november 7

Russian State Symphony Orchestra .................................. 10

December 6

Wynonna & The Big Noise: A Simpler Christmas ................ 11

January 27

Paul Taylor Dance Company ............................................12

February 5 19 21 27

Cyrille Aimée ......................................................................14 Japanese Winter Plum Festival ........................................ 15 I LOVE LUCY® Live on Stage ..............................................16 Cameron Carpenter ............................................................18

march 6 27

Aquila Theatre in Wuthering Heights ................................ 19 MEMPHIS: The Musical .................................................... 20

april 11

Bill Engvall ........................................................................22

Subscription Information................30

2015

Order Form......................................31

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Special ticket inFormation: *This event is FREE, however it is recommended that patrons request tickets in advance of the performance.

• Tickets may be requested in person at the Norton Center box office or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to the Norton Center.

• The Norton Center will issue four (4) tickets per request (subject to availability).

• All ticket holders must be seated in Newlin Hall by 7:45 PM the night of the performance, after which time any unclaimed seats will be available to non-ticket holders.

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Co-sponsor:

Advocate Messenger

“the preSiDent’S own”

u.S. marine banD For two centuries, the United States

organization with that mission, the

Marine Band has been present for

Marine Band looks to the future,

those events which have shaped our

viewing its history and traditions as

national heritage. Its omnipresent role

foundations on which to build into

in events of national importance have

its third century of bringing music to

made it part of the fabric of American

the White House and to America.

life. Established by an act of Congress

The Marine Band travels across the

on July 11, 1798, the Marine Band’s

country each year during its fall

primary mission has remained to

concert tour, a tradition that began in

provide music for the President of the

1891 under its most famous director,

United States and the Commandant of

composer John Philip Sousa.

the Marine Corps. As the only musical

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Straight from the Las Vegas strip and smash hit performances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Recycled Percussion is taking the Newlin Hall stage by storm, defining a new genre of music called ‘Junk Rock’ by making catchy beats on bizarre, everyday objects. Formed in 1995 by band leader Justin Spencer, Recycled Percussion combines extreme percussion, engaging humor, and extraordinary athleticism similar to that of STOMP and Blue Man Group. The band has played over 4,000 shows in more than 15 countries, and also done guest appearances on Carson Daly, The Today Show, and the Latin Grammy Awards. After being featured on the front page of USA Today and being voted National Act of the Year a record-breaking six times, the band gained worldwide recognition. The show has been rocking audiences for over two years in Las Vegas, and will embark on its first U.S. tour this fall.

Whether they’re playing on buckets, ladders, grinders or sinks, Recycled Percussion’s boundless energy and creativity will blow you away.

Audience members will be given instruments and encouraged to

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SmaSh mouth Celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year with a new national tour, Smash Mouth has long since established itself as the ultimate true-to-life California party band with a fun-loving vibe.

A quick listen to their music and you realize the multi-platinum Smash Mouth is a 1960’s influenced garage band with a keen pop sensibility that maintains a timeless quality, a style they have created and that is all their own. In addition to selling more than ten million albums worldwide, Smash Mouth has brought their ska- influenced pop-rock to the big screen in popular films, including Shrek, The Jungle Book 2, The Cat in the Hat, and Rat Race. Coinciding with Centre College’s Family Weekend, this concert will feature the band’s number one hits such as “Walkin’ on the Sun,”“All Star,” and “I’m a Believer” and music from their new album MAGIC, the perfect soundtrack for year ‘round fun in the sun.

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chriS thile & eDgar meyer “chriS thile’S muSic iS…wiDe-ranging anD reStleSSly imaginative…”

–the new yorker

“eDgar meyer iS the moSt remarkable virtuoSo in the relatively unchronicleD hiStory oF hiS inStrument.”

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–the new yorker

Bassist/composer Edgar Meyer and

Thile first rose to fame as a member of

mandolinist/composer Chris Thile return

the Grammy® Award-winning trio

to the Norton Center—this time as a

Nickel Creek, with whom he released

duo, crossing traditional boundaries

four albums and sold two million records.

in a diverse program of largely

Mr. Meyer’s previous performing and

original music. These two MacArthur

recording collaborations include a duo

Fellows have collaborated on several

with Béla Fleck; a quartet with Joshua

critically acclaimed projects including

Bell, Sam Bush and Mike Marshall; a

their 2014 duo recording; Yo-Yo

trio with Béla Fleck and Mike Marshall;

Ma’s Grammy®-winning Goat Rodeo

and a duo with Mark O’Connor for the

Sessions; a 2008 recording of original

1996 Appalachia Waltz release. Meyer

compositions; and, most recently,

previously performed at the Norton

Chris Thile’s 2013 solo recording,

Center with the Chamber Music

Bach: Sonatas and Partitas, Vol. 1,

Society of Lincoln Center, and Thile

produced by Meyer. A child prodigy,

with his band, Punch Brothers.

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lara St. John & marie-pierre langlamet Fresh from the success of their

described as “something of a

Born in Grenoble, France, Marie-

2012 collaboration Bach Sonatas,

phenomenon” by The Strad and a

Pierre Langlamet received her first

celebrated violinist Lara St. John

“high-powered soloist” by The New

harp instruction at age eight and

and

Langlamet,

York Times. Lara created her own

has been winning international

principal harpist of the Berlin

record label, Ancalagon, in 1999,

acclaim since she was 15. Among

Philharmonic, will form a duo

and has recorded with the Royal

numerous other awards, she took

once again for a recording and

Philharmonic, the Simon Bolivar Youth

first prize at New York’s Concert

tour featuring the works of Bach

Orchestra of Venezuela, and The

Artists Guild Competition and at

and Franz Schubert. Canadian-

Knights, with which she won the Juno

the International Harp competition

born violinist Lara St. John has been

Award in 2011 for her Mozart album.

in Israel.

Marie-Pierre

“St. John anD langlamet particularly uSe thiS commanD oF the eternally romantic violin anD harp genre to exploit the muSic’S alternating mooDS oF minor-key SeriouSneSS anD maJor-key Joy anD exaltation.”

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The sharp-dressed men of legendary rock band ZZ Top are bringing their signature mix of Southern rock, blues and boogie, to the Norton Center this fall. Guitarist Billy F. Gibbons, bassist Dusty Hill, and drummer Frank Beard are currently touring the country in support of their first studio album in nine years, La Futura. ZZ TOP’s music is always instantly recognizable, eminently powerful, profoundly soulful, and 100% Texas American in derivation. They’ve

want to ensure your seats are the best available, meet the guys of zz top and/or receive exclusive tour merchandise not available to the general public?

been thrilling audiences since the group’s inception in

Add on* these exclusive opportunities to your ticket package…

intact.

meet and greet tour package: $175 The Meet and Greet add on ensures your seat will be located within the first 5 rows of the stage.

It also includes an exclusive meet and greet with ZZ Top, a personal photograph with ZZ Top, a Q&A Session with the Band, a specially designed concert shirt, a collectible limited-edition silkscreened tour poster, a ZZ Top tour merchandise item, and an official Meet and Greet laminated pass. Only 40 Meet and Greet Tour Packages are available, so act fast to take advantage of this opportunity!

vip tour package: $75 The VIP Tour Package add on ensures your seat will be located within the first 15 rows of the stage. It also includes a specially designed concert shirt, a collectible limitededition silkscreened tour poster, a ZZ Top tour merchandise item, and an official VIP Tour laminate. Only 110 VIP Tour Packages are available. *Add-Ons are in addition to your Tier 1 seat purchase, are limited to eight (8) per customer, and only available to subscribers or single-ticket buyers who purchase a Tier 1 price ticket. See website for complete details.

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1969 and can lay the undisputed claim to being the longest running major rock band with original members Their unmistakable sound and attitude have

garnered them legions of fans and cemented their status as cultural icons with popular hits including, “Sharp Dressed Man,” “La Grange,” “Legs,” “Gimme All your Lovin’,” and “Tube Snake Boogie.” These Rock and Roll Hall of Famers have sold millions of records over the course of their career, have been officially designated as Heroes of The State of Texas, have been referenced in countless cartoons and sitcoms and are true rock icons but, against all odds, they’re really just doing what they’ve always done. They’re real and they’re surreal and they’re ZZ Top.

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ruSSian State Symphony orcheStra valeri polyanSky

artiStic Director & chieF conDuctor

vlaDimir FeltSman piano

known in Russia as the State Symphony Capella of Russia, was established in 1991. Its founding followed a merge of the State Symphony Orchestra of the USSR Ministry of Culture and the USSR State Chamber Choir. Under the direction of Music Director Valeri Polyansky, the RSSO is now most known for its strict discipline of the ensemble, the warmth of its timbre, and excellent balance between sections, as well as the subtlety of nuance evident in its performances. In their Central-Kentucky debut, the Orchestra will be joined by one of the most versatile musicians

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of our time: pianist Vladimir Feltsman, who

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The Russian State Symphony Orchestra (RSSO),

has performed at Carnegie Hall and the White House and worked with the Chicago Symphony

“FeltSman igniteD the rachmaninoFF like a rocket. taut, intenSe, practically airborne with energy, he attackeD the keyboarD in a hailStorm oF noteS oF increDible clarity anD FocuS.” –Seattle timeS

Orchestra, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and the Moscow Philharmonic.

The program will include: Tchaikovsky’s Slavonic March, Op. 3; Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18; and Prokofieff’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat Major, Op. 100.

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Celebrate the holidays with five-time Grammy® Award-winning country music superstar, Wynonna, who will spread festive cheer across the Bluegrass with her smooth vocals and tremendous live presence in an unforgettable performance that will warm the heart and inspire the spirit. With “A Simpler Christmas,” audiences can expect a mix of traditional Christmas classics, Wynonna’s own holiday songs, and a sprinkling of some of her biggest hits, all backed by her band, The Big Noise.

This Kentucky native’s impressive career has produced hit songs such as: “I Saw

wynonna

& the big noiSe

a Simpler chriStmaS

The Light,” “She Is His Only Need” and “No One Else On Earth.” Since her quintuple platinum solo album, Wynonna, she’s sold over thirty million albums worldwide and received the coveted Top Female Vocalist of the Year trophy at the ACM Awards.

Now, with her novel Restless Heart and The Judds’ OWN docu-series, which debuted with enormous television ratings, you can bet Wynonna’s fans will be watching very closely as she writes this next chapter of her legendary career.

Exclusive Sponsor: Media Partner:

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Paul Taylor

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directed by the greatest living pioneer of American modern dance, visits the Norton Center for the first time ever this season.

Extolled as “a marvel” and “the center of American modern dance” (New York Times), the iconic Paul Taylor produces dances consistently regarded as masterpieces. His prodigious output includes more than 140 works over the course of six decades, with choreography that runs the gamut— lyrical, dark, ironic, silly, nostalgic, and outright funny—but each piece is always a journey orchestrated by genius. Paul Taylor’s primary company’s performance on the Newlin Hall stage will feature the Kentucky premiere of

Paul Taylor's American Dreamer, photo by Paul B. Goode

American Dreamer, a brand new work created in 2013 set to the music of Kentucky’s own, Stephen Foster, as well as classic and entertaining Taylor signature works.

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“the american Spirit SoarS whenever taylor’S DancerS Dance.”–San FranciSco chronicle

Paul Taylor's Cloven Kingdom, photo by Tom Caravaglia

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cyrille aimée “one oF the moSt promiSing Jazz SingerS oF her generation.”

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Cyrille Aimée is an unstoppable,

released four CDs internationally.

undeniable new talent in jazz vocals

Her distinctive voice—which did not

today. Internationally renowned and

escape the attentions of Stephen

praised for her unparalleled abilities,

Sondheim, who cast Cyrille in an

Cyrille’s vocal stylings are enchanting

Encores! Special Event at New York’s

and mesmerizing. Her rich background

City Center in November 2013—is

has supplied her with the driving force

guaranteed to enthrall. Her quintet

of Dominican rhythm and French

features Django Reinhardt prodigy

Gypsy swing, receiving rave reviews

Adrien Moignard, and her hybrid of

and a fan following wherever she

influences has resulted in a sound

goes. In 2007, Cyrille won both the

that's fresh and enlivening. See this

First and Public Prizes in the Montreux

up-and-coming artist early in her star-

Jazz Festival Competition, and at the

bound trajectory in the intimate setting

tender age of 26, she has already

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Plum Festival to explore the rich culture of the “Land of the Rising Sun.” The evening event will include demonstrations in Japanese tea tasting, flower arranging, calligraphy, saké tasting, and karaoke.

The highlight of the Festival is a sampling of traditional Japanese Sagi-ryu Kyogen Theatre. These short plays originated in the 14th Century and represent humorous fables involving lively townspeople. In partnership with Yamaguchi Prefectural University, the actors and many of the Festival demonstrators are coming to the Norton Center directly from Yamaguchi, Japan, exclusively for this very special event. The ticket price includes admission to the Festival and unlimited viewings of the Kyogen Theatre performances (rotated hourly).

Stay tuned as more festival

announcements are made later this year.

JapaneSe winter plum

FeStival Featuring

Sagi-ryu kyogen theatre weiSiger

The Norton Center and Centre College will host a Japanese Winter

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It’s 1952, and you are a member of the studio audience

i love lucy ®

live on Stage

awaiting the filming of two hilarious and oh-so-familiar I LOVE LUCY® episodes. Imagine stepping back in time onto the Desilu Playhouse soundstage, where a charming host entertains and enlightens you with the behind-thescenes filming process, the 1950’s hi-fidelity technology and this brand-new thing called “television.”

splitting antics of that crazy redhead in the Ricardo’s New York apartment and thrill to the Cuban sounds of “The Ricky Ricardo Orchestra” at the famed Tropicana Nightclub. In between scenes the Crystaltone Singers perform live advertising jingles of the show’s newest sposors in perfect 1950’s style harmony.

Can you say “Brylcreem?!”

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“the moSt entertaining Stage proDuction i’ve Seen in yearS—incluDing broaDway!” –william keck, tv guiDe

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cameron carpenter organ

“alternatingly Dazzling anD Subtle, anD alwayS FireD by a proFounD muSical intelligence.” –the wall Street Journal

most diverse of any organist. As a

for engaging audiences of all

keyboard prodigy, he performed

ages that simply underscores his

album, Cameron Carpenter is

Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier at

commitment and passion for

shattering

boundaries in new

age 11 and now holds a master’s

his work. Cameron will perform a

music. He is a virtuoso composer-

degree from The Juilliard School.

mixed repertoire of traditional

performer whose approach to the

Cameron’s goals are anything but

classical music, original compositions

organ is virtually unprecedented,

modest: the brash, outspoken, and

and arrangements, and other

and

As the first organist ever nominated ®

for a Grammy Award for a solo

phenomenally talented musician

selected works on the Norton Center’s

and composer wants the organ

very own pipe organ as well as on

Cesar Franck to his hundreds of

recognized as a premier recital

his newly created International

transcriptions of non-organ works,

instrument on par with violins and

Touring Organ.

his original compositions and his

pianos. As with most trailblazers,

collaborations with jazz and pop

Carpenter has energy and vision

artists—is perhaps the largest and

equal to his talent and a knack

his

repertoire—from

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“aquila’S proDuctionS are beautiFully Spoken, Dramatically revealing anD cryStalline in eFFect.”

–the new yorker

aquila theatre in Emily Brontë’s

wuthering heightS Bringing its signature style and dynamic

after it was published, Brontë’s magnum

approach, Aquila re-imagines one of

opus remains an incredibly moving

the most famous love stories ever told

and classic tale of love, passion, and

with this heart-wrenching new production.

revenge. Impeccable design and a

Set on the wild, windswept Yorkshire

unique physical style combine with a

moors, Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights

marvelous cast to make Wuthering

is the story of free-spirited Catherine and

Heights an exquisite and captivating

dark, brooding Heathcliff. As children,

theatrical experience.

they are inseparable and, with time, their affection deepens into a passionate love. But Catherine lets her head rule her heart as she chooses to marry the wealthy Edgar Linton. Heathcliff flees the moors broken-hearted only to return years later as a wealthy man, but is it too

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muSical

“an exuberant muSical with claSSic valueS: catchy SongS, heaping SpoonFulS oF inSpirational momentS, anD giFteD perFormerS at the top oF their game.” –the new york poSt From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis where rock and roll was born, comes a hot musical that bursts off the stage with explosive dancing, irresistible songs, and a thrilling tale of fame and forbidden love. MEMPHIS tells the story of DJ Huey Calhoun, a good ol’ local boy with a passion for R&B music, and Felicia Farrell, an up-and-coming black singer who’s ready for her big break. Come along on their incredible journey that’s filled with laughter and roof-raising rock ‘n’ roll. With original songs by Grammy® winner and Bon Jovi co-founder David Bryan, and a gripping true-life inspired story from writer Joe DiPietro, MEMPHIS will leave you exhilarated by its explosive blend of electrifying music, soaring emotion and undeniable energy.

In 2010, MEMPHIS won four Tony Awards®, including the award for Best Musical, as well as four Drama Desk Awards, including the award for Outstanding Musical.

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American Comedy Award winner for “Best Male Stand-up Comedian” and beloved contestant on the most recent season of Dancing with the Stars, Bill Engvall is a true show-business star. He starred in and executive produced his own self-titled sitcom for TBS, which ran for three seasons, and starred in the NBC series, The Jeff Foxworthy Show, where he played Jeff’s best friend. His first album, Here’s Your Sign, was certified platinum and held the #1 position on the Billboard Comedy Chart for 15 straight weeks. Engvall was part of the hugely successful Blue Collar Comedy concert films, which have sold more than nine million units and are some of the most watched movies and specials in Comedy Central history. He also has several solo specials, including Here’s Your Sign, Live and Dorkfish, which was certified gold, surpassing Jerry Seinfeld’s album to rank #1 on Billboard’s Comedy Chart.

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beyonD the Stage:

engagement & eDucation LIFELONG LEARNING IN THE ARTS The Norton Center is pursuing more personal engagements with its constituents and presenting artists that surpass typical expectations in an effort to form a long-term trust among the Norton Center, the College, and its audience. The Center’s reach extends far beyond the campus and Danville, as each year more than 5,000 elementary, middle, and high school students enjoy matinees of main stage performances at discounted rates.

Centre College students and residents of the surrounding area also benefit from Norton Center activities by participating in lectures, seminars, master classes, and symposia surrounding various programs.

K-12 ACTIVITIES The goal of these programs is to provide teachers and students with a performing arts journey into global cultures and history, while also supplying educators with curriculum guides specifically created for the performance or program that meet national and state standards. To sign up to receive a 2014-2015 Professional Performances for Young Audiences Brochure, please visit nortoncenter.com/education-engagement

2014-2015 PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCES FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES* Recycled Percussion TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 • 10 AM

ImaginOcean TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2014 • 10 AM & 12:30 PM

Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells

ImaginOcean

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2014 • 10 AM & 12:30 PM

Japanese Winter Plum Festival featuring Sagi-ryu Kyogen Theatre THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2015 • 10 AM - 12 PM (arrival times may vary)

Organ Rock Star: Cameron Carpenter FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015 • 10 AM

Aquila Theatre in William Shakespeare’s The Tempest THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2015 • 10 AM

*All student tickets $8. Schedule subject to change.

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Free ticketS AND/OR A buS SubSiDy? norton center a.c.t.S. (Arts for the Classroom Ticket Subsidy)

Norton Center A.C.T.S. makes available a number of free or deeply discounted tickets, based on qualifying criteria*, to public schools in Kentucky for students to attend and engage in high quality and professional performing arts programs presented on our stages.

Public school teachers in select areas may apply to receive an $8 subsidy per student ticket, making Norton Center Student Matinee ticket prices completely FREE. *For complete information and a list of eligible districts, please visit nortoncenter.com/education-engagement/norton-center-a-c-t-s/

kentucky arts council transpartation grant program The TranspARTation Grant enables Kentucky teachers and schools to offer students quality arts experiences by providing transportation funding to the individual classroom that applies for the grant. Applications are reviewed quarterly and deadlines are rolling. For more information or help in applying for a TranspARTation Grant, visit the Kentucky Arts Council online at http://artscouncil.ky.gov/Grants/TranspARTation.htm

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centre StuDent perForming artS at centre college

Señora Tortuga SEPTEMBER 25 – 27, 2014•WEISIGER THEATRE

WRITTEN BY Roxanne Schroeder-Arce DIRECTED BY Jane Dewey A celebration of the assimilation of two cultures and languages, this English/Spanish bilingual play uses the wisdom tales of the Mexican culture to give hope to a family faced with too much reality.

Boeing Boeing NOVEMBER 12 – 15, 2014•WEISIGER THEATRE

Drama program The Centre College drama program regularly produces exciting seasons of theatre that are highly regarded by both the community and college audiences. Plays are selected for their importance as dramatic literature, for their challenging nature, and, of course, for their entertainment value. All shows are cast from the student body at large —with the exception of an occasional guest artist. Tickets may be purchased at the Weisiger box office the night of a performance.

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WRITTEN BY Marc Camoletti; TRANSLATED BY Beverly Cross and Francis Evans DIRECTED BY Tony Haigh A French farce about an American businessman living in Paris and juggling love affairs with three airline stewardesses.

The Farm Title TBA (Play is currently in development) FEBRUARY 13 – 14, 2015•WEISIGER THEATRE

WRITTEN BY Lindsay Joy DIRECTED BY Patrick Kagan-Moore Playwright Linsday Joy takes a look at the impact of social media on the lives of young people as a group of friends reunite in the aftermath of the passing of one of their friends.

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead APRIL 22 – 25, 2015•WEISIGER THEATRE

WRITTEN BY Tom Stoppard DIRECTED BY Patrick Kagan-Moore An, at times, hilarious reworking of the tragedy of Hamlet from the point of view of the most famous minor characters in all of drama.

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muSic program Instrumental ensembles. The Centre Orchestra performs standard symphonic literature, features student soloists, and combines with the choir to do large choral works. Special ensembles such as Kentucky Music Ensemble, CentreBrass, Centre Percussion Ensemble, and CentreJazz explore the repertoire for these instrumental groups. Student chamber ensembles (string quartets, piano trios, wind ensembles, for example) rehearse under faculty guidance. In addition, students may perform in the Pep Band at athletic events or in the community-based Advocate Brass Band.

Choral ensembles. The Centre Singers is the premier mixed singing group, with 24 to 30 singers chosen by audition, and tours both nationally and abroad. Other choral ensembles include the College Choir, which performs major works for choir and orchestra; and Women’s Voices and Men’s Voices, devoted to the rich repertoire for all-female or all-male groups. All performances are free and open to the public.

Family Weekend Concert SEPTEMBER 27, 2014 • WEISIGER THEATRE

Musicians Showcase NOVEMBER 9, 2014 • NEWLIN HALL

Centre College Wind Ensemble NOVEMBER 22, 2014 • WEISIGER THEATRE

Dance program The annual Centre College Spring Dance Concert is a student-driven celebration of the diversity of dance and a culminating performance offered through the dance classes at Centre. Students have the opportunity to present their own choreography as well as to work with regional guest choreographers in this entertaining and multifaceted dance production. This performance is free and open to the public.

Kentucky Ensemble NOVEMBER 22, 2014 • COMBS WarEHOUSE

Student Spring Dance Recital MAY 7, 2015•WEISIGER THEATRE

Centre College Orchestra NOVEMBER 23, 2014 • WEISIGER THEATRE

Centre College Choral Concert DECEMBER 5, 2014 • LOCATION TBA

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If you cannot attend a performance, you may give your tickets to family, friends, or co-workers. Tickets can also be accepted as a donation to the Norton Center. In such cases, tickets must be returned no later than one hour prior to the performance to receive a statement for tax-deduction purposes.

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The Norton Center is accessible to persons with disabilities, assuring a pleasurable performance experience for all. Accessible seating for persons with disabilities and a companion are available for all shows on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to mention your interest in wheelchair-accessible seating or other accommodations when placing your ticket order. Wheelchairs are available on a firstcome, first-served basis and are for on property use only.

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Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of management and may not necessarily be placed in their originally assigned seat.

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parking. Getting to Danville is easy, and parking on campus is convenient, either using the ample street parking or by taking advantage of the Norton Center’s valet parking services. For many performances, parking attendants will be at the circular drive in front of the Norton Center to take your vehicle. Just pull up and we’ll do the rest for you. The cost is only $8.00.

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Making charitable contributions is an art unto itself—a creative process that adapts to the changing needs and wishes of each individual donor. A financial contribution that is meaningful to you is, likewise, meaningful to us. Whether making a small general gift or underwriting a program, individual giving has great value.

…as a BUSINESS: Almost 40% of all consumers reported* they were likely to

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purchase goods or services from companies that support the arts, up from 31% in 2007.

Advertise with us! The Norton Center is grateful to the numerous companies that advertise in the CentreStage program distributed at each performance.

We encourage our patrons to take the time to visit the websites of our supporters and to consider them when doing business throughout our community.

Sponsor a program or performance! The Norton Center is well versed in helping businesses identify targeted sponsorship opportunities with meaningful benefits that address company needs. With branding, promotion, and hospitality opportunities—the possibilities are endless. *Culture Track 2011 Report

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Sect. III

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Recycled Percussion

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Smash Mouth

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Chris Thile & Edgar Meyer

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ZZ Top*

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Russian State Symphony Orch.

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Wynonna & The Big Noise

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Paul Taylor Dance Company

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I LOVE LUCY® Live on Stage

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Cameron Carpenter

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Aquila Theatre in Wuthering Heights

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Bill Engvall (7:00PM)

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Bill Engvall (9:30PM)

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Lara St. John & Marie-Pierre Langlamet

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Cyrille Aimée

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Japanese Winter Plum Festival

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Smash Mouth

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Chris Thile & Edgar Meyer

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ZZ Top*

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Russian State Symphony Orchestra

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Wynonna & The Big Noise

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Paul Taylor Dance Company

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I LOVE LUCY® Live on Stage

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Cameron Carpenter

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Japanese Winter Plum Festival

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