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People People planner Globetrotters to invade St. Louis

The world famous Harlem G l o b e t ro t t e r s , f e a t u r i n g s o m e of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet, will bring their unrivaled family show to the Scottrade Center i n S t . L o u i s o n F r i d a y, J a n . 2 at 7 p.m., during the Harlem Globetrotters 2015 “Washington Generals’ Revenge� Tour.  The Globetrotters will face a great challenge this year, as the infamous Washington Generals are more determined than ever to match the franchise’s historic last victory over the Globetrotters nearly a half century ago. It has been five years since the Globetrotters and Generals have faced off, as the Generals have been searching far and wide for the best players to retool their roster and have been preparing for one thing: victory over the Globetrotters.

In addition to the highlyanticipated matchup on the court, the Globetrotters, known worldwide as the Ambassadors of Goodwill™, will honor a Harlem Globetrotters Hometown Hero at each of their 310-plus games in North America. The team is searching for active, wounded or retired members of the military who have made their community proud with their brave service a n d e x e m p l a r y c h a r a c t e r . Fans can nominate a Harlem Globetrotters Hometown Hero a t h a r l e m g l o b e t r o t t e r s . c o m . The Globetrotters will also play a portion of each game with a camouflage basketball as a sign of respect to all who protect our freedom.

Wi t h a s t a r - s t u d d e d r o s t e r featuring Big Easy Lofton, Ant Atkinson, Hi-Lite Bruton, T h u n d e r L a w, B u l l B u l l a r d , Firefly Fisher and Moose We e k e s – p l u s f e m a l e s t a r s TNT Maddox, T-Time Brawner and Sweet J Ekworomadu* – t h e G l o b e t ro t t e r s ’ o n e - o f - a kind show is unrivaled in the world of family entertainment.

Wi t h i n c re d i b l e b a l l h a n d l i n g w i z a r d r y, rim-rattling dunks, trick shots, hilarious comedy and unequaled fan interaction, this must-see event is guaranteed to entertain the whole family. After the game, Globetrotter stars will sign autographs and take photos with fans.^ Tickets start at $19 and are now available at harlemglobetrotters.com, ticketmaster.com, the Scottrade Center box office, or by phone at 800-745-3000. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at harlemglobetrotters. com.

Carrington to appear at Peabody

major label comedy albums which have sold more than two million copies ‌ two of which have been certified Gold.

R o d n e y C a r r i n g t o n re c e n t l y s t a r t e d h i s o w n re c o rd l a b e l “Laughter ’s Good� and is releasing two albums under the new label in October 2014.

Rodney plans to re-release “ C ’ M o n L a u g h Yo u B a s t a rd s � which will feature 3 new songs, as well as an album of all new material called “Laughter ’s Good.�

In addition to starting his own record label, Rodney is starting a new YouTube series in October 2014 called “Bit By Bit.� In the series, he will be releasing new material one piece at a time on a weekly basis.

On November 1, 2014 Sirius XM is doing a “Rodney C a r r i n g t o n Ta k e o v e r S p e c i a l � on their Blue Collar Comedy Channel. Carrington can also be heard every Sunday on ESPN2 on the intro of “Colin’s Football Show� with Colin Cowherd. He wrote and performed the intro s o n g f o r t h e s h o w, a n d s t a r s in the video before each show, which airs every Sunday prior to NFL games during the 2014 season.

Originally from Longview, TX, Carrington has three sons and resides in Tulsa, OK. Rodney Carrington kicks off

GACA set for 2014-15 season

It seems only a few weeks ago that John Davidson was playing the season finale for the Greater Alton Concert Assocation. The group wrapped up a great 73rd season after being entertained by The Four Freshmen, Double Grande, The Gothard Sisters and The Masters of Motown. The group has announced is lineup for the 2014-2015 74th Season of the GACA. Sunday February 15, 2015, 3 p.m.

Al Simmons’ one-man, multi-prop, music-filled, off t h e w a l l p e r f o r- m a n c e s h a v e elevated audiences world-wide to collective giggles and all-out g u ff a w s . A l ’ s h u m o r t o u c h e s a responsive chord in peo-ple of every age. While it may be difficult to define this program, the titles of his albums may give you some insight (or not) —“Something’s Fishy at Camp Wiganishis� , “Celery Stalks at Mid-night�, and “The Truck I b o u g h t F ro m M o e � . T h o s e o f you who remember and enjoyed vaudeville will have something to tell your family about. Al’s inspirations were great comedy kings such as Danny Kaye,

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Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to an afternoon of comedy with song, dance, magic and sight gags. www.alsimmons. com Saturday March 7, 2015, 7:30 p.m.

Returning to us after a three year absence, The Ambassadors of Harmony (AOH) is the St. L o u i s a re a ' s p re m i e r m e n ' s a cappella chorus of more than 130 voices known for powerful and musically masterful performances. Its repertoire includes Broadway classics, barbershop, jazz, pop and wide selection of holiday favorites.

The chorus has won three gold medals in the Barbershop Harmony Society's international contest, most recently in 2012 in Portland, Ore. AOH has sung for audiences across the United States and has also performed in England, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands and Sweden. This is an evening you won't want to miss! www.aoh.org Sunday April 19, 2015, TBA Do the words “Rat Pack� bring back memories? Names like Dean, Frank, Sammy? If so, you will be thrilled to be here when Dean Christopher takes the stage with his band to bring you favorites like “My Way� and “I’ve Got You Under My Skin�.

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i m - p re s s i o n i s t , a m e m b e r o f Actor ’s Equity, FTRA, and Screen Actors Guild, Dean Christopher ’s stage, film and television resume is ex-tensive. Dean opened for Don Rickles and Frank Sinatra, J r. H e ’ s a l s o r e l e a s e d a C D “Swingin’ with the Best�, for which he wrote the title song as a tribute to those before him. www. ratpackandmore.com Concerts are all in the Ann Whitney Olin Theater at the Hatheway Cultural Center on the campus of Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey.

Tickets at the door are $27 for adults, $10 for children 12 and under plus LCCC students.

Season Tickets are $80 for all 5 s h o w s . F o r c h i l d re n ( 1 2 a n d under or LCCC students) season tickets are $25 or $50 for two o r m o re . A d v a n c e i n d i v i d u a l concert tickets are $25 and will be available in Alton at Senior Services Plus, CNB Bank & Trust, Convention & Visitors’ Center, Halpin Music, Alton Holiday Inn, Dick’s Flowers, Liberty Bank and Picture This & More. In Godfrey, at Liberty Bank, in Bethalto at Bank of Edwardsville and Liberty Bank; Brighton, Carlinville and Carrollton at CNB Bank & Trust, in Jerseyville at the Jerseyville Library and in Wood River at Dick’s Flowers. Tickets are also available by calling 618-468-4222 (468-GACA)

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Rodney Carrington will appear at the Peabody Opera House in St. Louis at 7 p.m. on March 27.

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