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In this issue... July & August Shows The Sharon Performing Arts Academy Summer Camps Lobby Lounge Cabaret Red, White, & Blue Review Pandemonium Strings Classic Meets Cool with Barron Ryan Bad Co Legacy Three on a String The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra Ann Wilson of Heart & Tripsitter Deconstructing Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band with Scott Frieman The Sharon Broadway Subscription The Sharon International Subscription Nightsweat The SigPro Studio Season 11 The SigPro Studio Out of the Box Series

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Red, White, & Blue Review Celebrate the 250 years of American music with the Red, White, and Blue Review in the historic lobby of The Sharon! Featuring star spangled performances from Deanna Peden, The Alexander Brothers, Alec Speers, Sean Pollock, Gary Powell, and more! Witness these talented musicians honor the distinguished history of uniquely American music such as: The Star-Spangled Banner arranged by Mark Hays. Alice Jordon’s American Suite for Violin and Organ Shenandoah But I Don’t Have a Republic, a duet for Piano & Organ And many more favorites by American composers to celebrate 250 years of American music. GA Prime seating includes one complementary drink, and access to the VIP seating right in front of the stage. All tickets include a night of patriotic songs, good times, and possibly even a sing along!

JUL 14

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THERE'S NOTHING LIKE IT! The Painchaud family provides an innovative comedy musical acrobatic variety experience for all ages combining sensational stunts and music mashups. Whether it's playing 3 instruments simultaneously off of a fishing line, flying through the air with a Top Gun guitar or doing a handstand on a hoverboard while playing the bass, there's no limit to the creativity and jam-packed fun! This show features a variety of music that will have the whole crowd toetapping to the beat. The music is all live, featuring a multitude of instruments each played by a member of this four-piece group full of talent. This energetic performance brings people together through music, a memorable experience for the whole family. The show features stunning visual elements, acrobatics, intricately woven harmonies, a dazzling capacity to play special requests off the cuff, dancing and tons of energy.

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CLASSIC meets COOL

CLASSIC MEETS COOL…EXPLAINED “I highly recommend getting rejected from Graduate School. It’s one of the greatest things that ever happened to me. That’s because I had to face the reality that I couldn’t follow what I thought was the conventional career path for solo pianist. Instead I’d have to blaze my own trail. Along the way I learned that what really matters isn’t the sound a musician makes, it’s the story around the sound. Music is much more about struggle, discovery and triumph than it is about theory or technique. So I don’t just play great music for my performances, I talk about the inspiration behind it. So while my tag line doesn’t describe the genres that I play, it offers a glimpse at the story of my art. That story reveals that I draw upon multiple influences and deploy them in various ways. It doesn’t matter if I’m playing Beethoven or Jackson 5. My name is Barron Ryan and in my music, Classic Meets Cool.“

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BAD COMPANY ENJOYED GREAT SUCCESS THROUGHOUT THE 1970S – their first three albums, ‘Bad Company’ (1974), ‘Straight Shooter’ (1975) and ‘Run with the Pack’ (1976), reached the top five in the album charts in both the UK and the US. Many of their songs remain staples of classic rock radio. For seven years Robert Hart was their lead singer. He has also played many years with The Jones Gang with Kenny Jones of The Faces, and currently with Manfred Mann’s Earthband. Dave ‘Bucket’ Colwell, guitarist, spent 12 years in Bad Co, was a member of Humble Pie for several years recording, co-writing and producing the album Back on Track, The Jones Gang, ASAP and many other bands. Hart’s powerful vocals and Colwell’s authentic guitar riffs recreate the timeless, undeniable classics that Bad Company fans demand. The pair are joined by Pat Davey on bass (Paul Young and Cregan & Co), John Lingwood (Manfred Mann’s Earthband) and Roger Chapman, on drums. Fans can expect many of the classic songs spanning Bad Company’s repertoire; ‘Ready for Love’, ‘Can’t Get Enough’, ‘Rock and Roll Fantasy’, the list goes on. It promises to be a night to remember!

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Comedy, Country, Bluegrass & Old Time Music

THREE ON A STRING JERRY RYAN Jerry is known as the master of ceremonies, guitar and harmonica player. He is the director on stage delivering the timely punch lines and enjoying every second in the spotlight. He is known to say; "I hate it when I have more fun than you do." The former coach comes out in bits and routines that reminisce about high school days. BOBBY HORTON An expert musician, Bobby "plays anything that ain't tied down," quips Jerry. But it is probably his physical humor that has endeared himself to Three on A String audiences throughout the years. Bobby has found a niche as a music historian. His series of "Homespun Songs of the Civil War" has been featured in many publications and won numerous awards. His work with Ken Burns, Florentine Films is extensive. "I have two passions." says Horton. "Music and history. I've been able to combine the two and do something I love to do." BRAD RYAN As a long-time member of Three on a String, Brad has traveled the United States and Canada for over 28 years. Credits also include writing, producing and recording many successful commercial songs including the nationally known "Rick and Bubba Theme Song." Brad has toured Scotland with Michael Adler Ministries as a featured "fiddler" on a 10-day musical mission and outreach for Christ. ANDY MEGINNISS Veteran performer Andy Meginniss played bass, guitar and handled lead and harmony vocals as part of Three on a String from 1972 to 1985. He was invited to rejoin the group in 2013 and “is having more fun than ever.” Andy has written several songs that the group has recorded and still perform, and two have been scored for the symphony. In 2011, he was elected to the Alabama Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame.

"Let’s have some fun!"

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ANN WILSON, known the world over as a founder and the lead singer-songwriter of the barrier-breaking band Heart, is here to stay. Widely praised among the greatest singers in the history of rock, Ann’s extraordinarily powerful voice has helped form the bedrock of modern music for over five decades, earning record sales of more than 35 million, an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. As one of the first women to front a hard rock band at arena scale, Wilson helped redefine the possibilities for female artists in rock, delivering eradefining hits like “Barracuda,” “Magic Man,” and “Crazy on You.” In addition to her work with Heart, Wilson has built a dynamic solo career that highlights both her range and restless creative spirit. Her solo albums, including Hope & Glory, Fierce Bliss and Another Door blend rock, folk, and orchestral influences while pairing her unmistakable voice with bold reinterpretations and original material. She further connects with audiences through her podcast After Dinner Thinks, where she reflects on music, culture, and the artists who have shaped her journey. In 2026, Wilson unveils her most intimate project to date: In My Voice, a forthcoming documentary directed by Barbara Hall that traces her extraordinary life through rare archival footage, personal journals, and candid storytelling, offering an unprecedented look at the artist behind one of rock’s most enduring voices.

“Barracuda” “Magic Man” “Crazy on You” "WHAT ABOUT LOVE" "THESE DREAMS" NEW DA TE

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DECONSTRUCTING THE MUSIC LIVE! With Scott Frieman, host of Public Television’s Deconstructing The Beatles The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band is one of the most influential albums of our time. Rolling Stone described it as “the most important rock & roll album ever made, an unsurpassed adventure in concept, sound, songwriting, cover art and studio technology by the greatest rock & roll group of all time.” Fans of The Beatles won’t want to miss this deep dive into what makes the group, and this album, so special. Deconstructing Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band explores the creation of Sgt. Pepper, including classic tracks like “Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds,” “She’s Leaving Home,” and “A Day In The Life.”

SCOTT FREIMAN is a composer, a musician, and a software entrepreneur. He is the creator of Deconstructing The Music, a series of multimedia presentations about the composition and production techniques of The Beatles and other musicians. Scott has presented his lectures to sold out audiences throughout North America at theaters, museums and corporations, such as Pixar, Google, and Facebook. Scott has also lectured at colleges and universities and has taught a 13-part course at Yale University entitled “The Beatles in The Studio.”

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SEASON 11 Stronger Together

CHICKEN & BISCUITS By Douglas Lyons

Grab a plate, feed the soul In this hilarious celebration of Black joy, grief and healing, an extended family is brought back to St. Luke’s Church. With a heavy family secret on the verge of being revealed, two sisters are reunited at the celebration of life for their family patriarch whose dry chicken and biscuits were only famous to him. Family stressors abound, Beverly shows up to the chapel with her “blessings” on display, Baneatta’s son brings his Jewish boyfriend along, and Beverly’s nosy daughter keeps asking questions no one wants to answer. While Baneatta’s husband, Reginald, tries to keep the peace, the two sisters are faced with a truth that could either heal or break them. Chicken and Biscuits invites you to grab a fan, have a seat in the pew, and get ready to say “amen.”

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Desiree Montes

PREVIEWS / $30+ SEP 15-SEP 17, 2026 PERFORMANCES / $35+ SEP 18-OCT 24, 2026 TALKBACKS OCT 1 & 15 ASL PERFORMANCE OCT 14

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FAT MAN'S

By Matthew Webster

The art of connection

Winnie, the new local minister of a small Presbyterian church in West Virginia is eager to invigorate and inspire change in her community, while Fat Man is happy with things just the way they are—sipping on sour beer. When Winnie suddenly finds herself as his landlord, a dysfunctional business relationship evolves into an honest and unexpected connection between two stubborn people. Shared values and showing up for each other leads to an unlikely friendship, reigniting their faith in the world. “Fat Man’s is a play about love, tattoos, and discovering the Godliness that lives inside all of us.”

Directed By:

Dimitri Toscas

PREVIEWS / $30+ NOV 17-NOV 19, 2026 PERFORMANCES / $35+ NOV 20-DEC 19, 2026 TALKBACK DEC 10 ASL PERFORMANCE DEC 9

SEASON 11 Stronger Together

COME FROM AWAY

Book, Music & Lyrics By Irene Sankoff & David Hein You are here at the start of a moment... In the hours following September 11, 2001, uncertainty sweeps the globe. The remote town of Gander, Newfoundland, unexpectedly becomes the landing strip to 38 planes carrying 7,000 travelers. With its population doubled and no time to prepare, the people of Gander open their homes, their hearts, and their lives to these stranded strangers. This Tony and Olivier Award– winning musical, based on an astonishing true story, unfolds through a compelling, folk-inspired score and a cast of remarkable real-life characters. A heart-forward, joyful celebration of resilience, Come From Away reminds audiences of all ages of the power of creating a community as you’re finding a way home.

Directed By:

Nathaniel Niemi

PREVIEWS / $35+ FEB 2-FEB 4, 2027 PERFORMANCES / $40+ FEB 5-MAR 20, 2027 TALKBACKS FEB 11 & 25, MAR 11 ASL PERFORMANCE MAR 10

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Bert Rodriguez

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PRIMARY TRUST By Eboni Booth

Find your place, find your people Bookstore clerk by day, and Wally’s two for one mai tai regular by night, Kenneth suddenly finds himself facing unemployment and an unfamiliar routine. With the help of his best friend Bert, he is forced to confront a world he has intentionally avoided. Along his journey, he begins to shatter the barriers of his solitude through new friendships, new dreams, and new drinks. A deceptively ordinary story about the extraordinary possibilities inside each of us, this 2024 Pulitzer Prize-winning play challenges us to a moving exploration of trust, transformation, and courage.

Directed By:

Jordan Gregson

PREVIEWS / $30+ APR 13-APR 15, 2027 PERFORMANCES / $35+ APR 16-MAY 15, 2027 TALKBACKS APR 22, MAY 6 ASL PERFORMANCE MAY 5

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Summer Staycation 2027

XANADU

Book by Douglas Carter Beane Music & Lyrics by Jeff Lynne & John Farrar Based on the Universal Pictures film Screenplay by Richard Danus & Marc Rubel

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Picture this [with your polaroid camera]: Venice Beach, California, 1980, “Greek goddess meets mortal boy” story where the ultimate reward is Xanadu. This zany musical featuring the hit songs “Magic,” “Suddenly” and “I’m Alive,” follows the journey of a beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus. As she embarks on a quest to inspire a mortal struggling artist, Sonny, they achieve the greatest mythical artistic creation of all time—the first roller disco! But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and comedic chaos ensues. Grab your roller skates, leg warmers, headbands and roll along with us for our exciting Summer Staycation production.

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PREVIEWS / $35+ JUN 29-JUL 1, 2027 PERFORMANCES / $40+ JUL 2-AUG 14, 2027 TALKBACKS JUL 8 & 22ND, AUG 5 ASL PERFORMANCE AUG 4

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Justin A. Adams

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The SigPro Studio's catch-all for the can't-quite-fit-it-in-a-season lineup. From guest artists and special events to community partnerships and unique performances like comedians, singers, and poets, this series creates and celebrates opportunities that fall outside our traditional programming but align perfectly with our mission. At Significant Productions, we're committed to ART. ARTISTS. AUDIENCE. The Out of the Box Series brings all three together by giving new ideas a place to live, grow, and connect with our community and supporters. Why? Because supporting the arts isn't just about producing our own work. It's about creating opportunities for artists to share theirs. Expect the unexpected and join us in discovering something new. We invite you to support the arts with the bonus of a great night out while doing so.

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