First Night Missoula by Debby Florence

T In this program: Things to know about First Night Missoula Page 4 Acknowlegements Pages 5-9 First Night Notes Page 12 Venue Map Page 13 Schedule of Events Pages 14-45 First Night Idol Page 36-37 About MCC Page 46

2010 First Night Button Outlets First Night Office: Albertsons (Eastgate, Trempers, Northgate, South Russell) Butterfly Herbs Chapter One Bookstore (Hamilton) Crystal Video Fact & Fiction Good Food Store Harvest Foods (Lolo) The Historic Wilma Theatre MDA Office Pink Grizzly Rockin Rudy’s Rosauers Rose Merries at Community Medical Center Safeway Food & Drug Southgate Mall Guest Services Center Super 1 Foods (Stevensville) Worden’s Market

Welcome to First Night Missoula 2010.

his past year the Missoula Cultural Council rewrote its mission statement, something that every nonprofit needs to do periodically. After debating on commas, articles and whatnot, we completed a new mission that is as good and concise as we have ever had – Connecting Art, Culture and Community through Education, Advocacy and Celebration. As we prepare for another First Night New Year’s Eve Festival of the arts, it’s important to keep our mission in the forefront. First Night Missoula promotes this mission better than any other event in Missoula. Year after year, through good and not-so-good times, First Night brings this community together for one big night of celebration of this place, its people, our collective creativity, and the passage of time. We are proud to produce this event each year, as it highlights the best that Missoula has to offer. Everything from the opening parade at Southgate Mall to the Twilight Bonfire at the Higgins Avenue bridge to First Night Idol in the Wilma Theatre to the Masquerade Ball and Grand Finale at the University Center – and all in between – make this a wonderful and exciting event to be a part of each winter. But it is the people of Missoula that make this happen – the artists, volunteers, assisting organizations, business sponsors and individual donors. Please make sure you thank all these people as you enjoy this special and magical evening. Have a happy and prosperous 2010.

Tom Bensen Executive Director, Missoula Cultural Council

appy New Year, everyone! I am pleased to welcome you to our 16th Annual celebration of First Night Missoula. First Night was originally created by a group of civicminded artists in Boston as a meaningful New Year’s Eve celebration of local art and culture. Offered to the city as the finale to its Bicentennial events in 1976, First Night Boston also began a new tradition, bringing neighboring communities together through a joint celebration. First Night is now celebrated in about 75 cities throughout the United States and in several other countries. We’re delighted to celebrate with a Masquerade Ball in the UC Ballroom all day long. Kids and adults alike may enjoy making your own mask in the University Center. Then, join the Missoula Folklore Society, Salsa Loca, Big Sky Mudflaps, The String Orchestra of the Rockies, and The Ed Norton Big Band for a masked party of many musical genres. The String Orchestra of the Rockies is celebrating it’s 25th anniversary this year, so they’re bringing along a masked-celebrity-guest for a New Year’s guessing game! We’re also very excited for our Fifth Annual First Night Idol competition, which promises to be another wonderful showcase of high school musical talent. The winner will have the opportunity to sing the Ed Norton Big Band at the Masquerade finale in the UC Ballroom. Visit our website at www.missoulacultural.org/firstnight where you can find more information about First Night performers and up-to-date schedule information. As always, our First Night celebration would not be possible without the generous help of hundreds of volunteers. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank each and every contributing organization and individual, and all of our First Night sponsors, for your continuing support. I wish you all a wonderful, safe and happy 2010!

Debby Florence Special Events Coordinator Missoula Cultural Council

THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT FIRST NIGHT MAKING THE MOST OF FIRST NIGHT

Experienced First Nighters agree it’s a good idea to review your program before you set out. Decide which acts you’d like to see. Look at the map and determine where they are located. Then plan a route--walking and/or using the free First Night buses. First Night sets are 45 minutes in length and performers have been asked to end their shows on time so you’ll have ample time to get to the next venue. Plan to arrive promptly--seating is on a first-come-first-served basis, and is limited to fire code capacities. You might want to make several “back-up” choices. However, with over 75 events and activities, there’s plenty for everyone to enjoy. First Night 2010 begins with the Children’s Parade of Masks at Southgate Mall at 1:00 p.m., followed by performances and other events throughout the Downtown and on the University of Montana campus. The Masquerade Ball, featuring the String Orchestra of the Rockies, occurs all evening at the University Center Ballroom. The Midnight Grand Finale in the Ballroom and UC Commons, features the Ed Norton Big Band and the Drum Brothers.

BUTTONS

Buttons cost $12.00 ($15.00 day of event) and give you access to all First Night activities. Children 7 and under are admitted free with a button-wearing adult. Buttons are available at more than 20 outlets around Missoula (see page 3). By wearing your button throughout the holidays, you’ll help spread the word about this exciting event. Sorry, First Night buttons are not refundable.

FIRST NIGHT IDOL TICKETS

You must have both a button and a ticket to get into First Night Idol. $2 in addition to your First Night Button. The ticket price will remain the same on the day of the event ($2 in advance, $2 day of event). We HIGHLY recommend buying your ticket well in advance to guarantee your seat.

PARKING/FIRST NIGHT SHUTTLES

Free Parking will be available at the University Adams Center parking lot, the University Center parking garage and surrounding lots and McCormick Park’s parking lot. Beach Transportation shuttles will be free for button wearers and will stop at parking lots and at most performance sites every 10 minutes from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and every 5 minutes from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. The “Downtown-University Express” will again be another transportation option (refer to map on page 13). Beginning at 11:00 p.m., Beach Transportation will take people directly to the University Center for the Midnight Finale, and after the event will deliver attendees to various parking lots. If you plan to attend the Grand Finale, consider parking your car in the McCormick Park parking lot and using the shuttle.

ACCESSIBILITY

Most First Night performance sites are wheelchair accessible. STS handicapped-accessible shuttles are free. For reservations, call Beach Transportation at 549-6121 by the evening of December 30. If you are hearing impaired and need an interpreter, please call the First Night office (2 weeks in advance, if possible).

RESTROOMS

Most First Night performance sites have restrooms. Facilities are also available in Caras Park.

ALCOHOL/SMOKING

First Night is an alcohol- and drug-free event. Smoking is not permitted in any performance site.

FOOD

There’s plenty of food available all over town! Many downtown restaurants and coffee shops support First Night by remaining open. Refreshments are also available at many First Night venues, such as the University Center, Wilma Theater, Break Espresso, the Catalyst, and The Senior Center (during scheduled activities).

WEATHER

All scheduled First Night programming will take place regardless of weather. Come dressed appropriately. (Layers are best).

EMERGENCIES

Call 911 for emergency medical services. Lost or found children should also be reported to 911 or to the nearest police officer.

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

If you are interested in performing for First Night 2011, please contact the First Night office at (406) 532-3240, write us at P.O. Box 7662, Missoula, MT 59807, or visit us at www.missoulacultural.org/firstnight. An application will be sent to you in the spring, along with deadline information.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Over 400 volunteers help to make this event possible. If you’d like to help during the year or on New Year’s Eve, call the First Night office at (406) 532-3240.

PROGRAM CHANGES

For the most updated First Night program, please visit our website at www.missoulacultural.org/firstnight. The December 25th Missoulian Entertainer section will also contain First Night program information, including any unavoidable changes.

FIRST NIGHT MISSOULA

First Night Missoula is produced by the Missoula Cultural Council, a local, non-profit organization. This annual event is made possible by contributions and community support. www.missoulacultural.org/firstnight

Sponsors & Contributors Presenting Sponsors

Grand Finale Sponsor

Major Media Sponsors

Family Programming Sponsor

Major Artist Sponsors

First Night Idol Sponsors

Technical Support Sponsors

Sponsors & Contributors Special Attraction Sponsor A.L.P.S. Doubletree Hotel Bresnan Communications Bonnie Hamilton Historic Wilma Theatre Humanities Montana L.A. Design

Quality Inn Rocky Mountain Development Group Signs Now Sun Mountain Sports Turner Sign Arts V.W. Ice

Volunteer Sponsors A&E Architects Beaudette Consulting Engineers Fact and Fiction First Security Bank

Northwestern Energy Payne Financial Group St. Patrick Hospital Western States Insurance Western Montana Clinic

Individual Event Sponsors Allied Waste Services Bernice’s Bakery Boone Karlberg CTA Architects Engineers Dollar Rent a Car Dye and Moe First Interstate Bank First National Bank of Montana Jules Model and Talent Agency Montana Ace Hardware

Mountain Imports Ruby’s Inn and Convention Center Securitas Security Shear Art Salon Sirius Construction Sweet Emotions Floral Treasure State Bank Two Sisters Catering U.S. Bank Zip Beverage

Downtown Culture Club Please support these downtown businesses and organizations that support the arts. Alterowitz Law Offices Bechtold Law Firm, PLLC Boyle, Deveny and Meyer Carey Law Firm Collection Bureau Services Dark Room Datsopoulos, MacDonald and Lind Doc’s Sandwich Shop Full Moon Concepts Garlington, Lohn and Robinson Hide and Sole Missoula Osprey Baseball Club

Missoula Textile Services Open Road Bicycles Opportunity Resources Oz Architects Pita Pit Roemer’s Tire Factory Craig Shannon, Criminal Defense Attorney Specticca Optical Boutique Uptown Diner The UPS Store Williams Law Firm

Sponsors & Contributors Friends of First Night

Albertsons Food and Drug Stores

Mackenzie River Pizza

Advanced Litho Printing of Missoula

MCAT

Audrie Allyn and Keith Hardin

Nora McDougall-Collins

Richard Auerbach Scott Ayers/ Robin Etingen-Ayres

McEwen Big Sky LLC at River Front Place

Bagels on Broadway

Missoula Aging Services – RSVP

David and Lucy Braach

Missoula Children’s Theatre, Inc.

The Bridge

Missoula Emergency Services

Ethyl and Erwin Byrnes

Missoula Flagship Program

Campbell and Associates

Missoula Folklore Society

Kay Cassens

Montana Club

The Catalyst

Montana Public Radio

Cenex Harvest Sales

Mustard Seed

Betty Christian

Kelli Neumayer

Coca-Cola

Orange Street Food Farm

Costco Wholesale

Pepsi-Cola

Culligan Water

Phoenix Publishing

Steve Dailey, DDS

Deserae Pollock

Denny’s Copy Stop

Press Box

Tom Deveny

Quizno’s

Jerry and Ethel Diettert

Rockin’ Rudy’s

Dominos Pizza

Rosauers

Betty duPont

Bill Rossbach

Eastgate Rental and Party Center

Safeway Food and Drug

FedEx Kinko’s

The Shack

Jerry Fetz

Don and Pat Simmons

Front Street Pasta and Wraps

Simmons Media Group

Good Food Store

Staggaring Ox

Donna Gaukler

Jan Sousa

Carolyn Goren, MD

Summit Beverage

Doug Grimm

Ednor Therriault

Grizzly Grocery

Unity Church of Missoula

Bonnie Hamilton

University Theatre Productions

Phil Hamilton / Janet Whaley

University Center Bookstore and market

Missoula Independent

Highway Technologies

UM Foreign Student and Scholar Services

Ed and Janet House Hunter Bay Coffee Roasters

Marianne Vigeland and family

Iron Horse

Western Montana Fair

KTMF – ABC 23

Don and Bente Winston

KMMF – Fox 17

Kathy Witkowsky

KPAX-TV

Sam and Stephanie Wallace

Sandy Lawler

Bob, Barb, Rusty and Speaker Wire

Lively Times Dick and Mardy Lockwood

Thanks to anyone we may have inadvertently omitted.

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First Night Missoula Organization MISSOULA CULTURAL COUNCIL BOARD OF DIRECTORS Cindy Klette, President Carol Stovall, Vice-President Dann Swallow, Treasurer Sage Grendahl, Secretary Stan Anglen, Rod Austin, Marilyn Bruya, Terry Conrad, Judy Hartz, Ram Murphy, Deborah Stapely-Graham, Rick Wishcamper

MISSOULA CULTURAL COUNCIL STAFF Executive Director: Tom Bensen Special Events Coordinator: Debby Florence

FIRST NIGHT COMMITTEE Terry Conrad, Chair; Stan Anglen, Bill Buseman, Adrianne Donald, John Hancock, Brian McDonald, Steve Robertson, Julie Weaver Program: Headwaters Printing of Missoula

ARTIST SELECTION COMMITTEE Stan Anglen, Tom Bensen, Debby Florence, Steve Robertson, Niki Payton

FIRST NIGHT IDOL COMMITTEE Marc Anthony, Bill Buseman, Kjerstin Gurda, Scott Mathews, Vanessa Nie, Niki Payton, Camille Perry, and Danny D!

SPECIAL VOLUNTEERS Ethel Diettert, Jerry Diettert, Dennis Maercklein, Marie Root, Thomas Baker, Constance Quest, Bill Clarke, John Arvish, Andy Wells, Jackie Harrington, Jay Straw, Steve Jacobs, Trish Piedalue, Bill Buseman, Kaylene Hudson, Sheila Callahan, Jean Zosel, Matt Hermes, Carol McQuade, Dottie Caluori, Vicki Correia, Rebecca Klein, Lowell Hanson, Deserea Pollock, Bob Wire, Margaret Johnson, Terry Elander, Justine Morris First Night Missoula expresses a heartfelt thanks to the hundreds of volunteers, too numerous to mention, who contributed their time and energy to make this celebration possible. They are invaluable to the community-wide spirit of First Night. First Night速 is a registered trademark of First Night, Inc., registered in the U.S. Patent Office

Special Thanks

First Night is sponsored in part by grants from the following: Gallagher Western Montana Charitable Foundation Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation Cassens Transport Charles Engelhard Foundation Max and Betty Swanson Foundation St. Patrick Hospital & Health Foundation Montana Arts Council – an agency funded by the State of Montana and the National Endowment for the Arts Montana Cultural Trust Montana Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Muralt Family Foundation Missoula Community Foundation Western Montana Community Foundation

Special thanks to the following: Missoula Downtown Association Missoula Emergency Services Missoula Fire Department Missoula Food Bank Missoula Mayor John Engen Missoula Police Department Sound Creations/Steve and Rachel Jacobs Southgate Mall University of Montana UM Office of Public Safety/Jim Lemke UC Tech Services/Greg Garber

Beach Transportation Boys and Girls Club of Missoula City of Missoula County of Missoula Hellgate Amateur Radio Club Hi-Tech Audio/Jay Straw Historic Wilma Theatre Missoula City-County Health Department Missoula Chamber of Commerce Missoula Convention and Visitors Bureau Missoula County High School Flagship Program

SOUTHGATE MALL

Happy New Year!

First Night Kick-Off Mask Parade THURSDAY

December 31 JCPenney Court 11 am -1 pm

KIDS!

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Ongoing Events Masquerade Ball

All day in the UC Ballroom, enjoy a Masquerade Ball . Kids and adults alike may enjoy making a mask in the University Center. Then, join the Missoula Folklore Society, Salsa Loca, Big Sky Mudflaps, The String Orchestra of the Rockies, and The Ed Norton Big Band for a masked party of many musical genres. The String Orchestra of the Rockies is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, so they’re bringing along a masked-celebrity-guest for a New Year’s guessing game! Then, the Ed Norton Big Band will swing us into the New Year for our Masked Finale!

Ice Carving Chefs

Ice carving has become a special tradition at First Night Missoula! Each year several chefs from the University of Montana Dining services spend all day creating a dazzling display of ice sculpture. This year’s ice carving spectacle will take place at the Missoula Courthouse. From noon on, you can drop by to see them at their craft. By nightfall, the work is completed and well lit for all to see. Missoula Courthouse Lawn, 12-5 p.m.

Currents Aquatics Center

Free Swim at Currents Aquatics Center with First Night Button on New Year’s Eve. Celebrate the upcoming 2010 with wild ride on a waterslide! Or, check out the children’s water playground and warm up in our crystal-clear spa. Children under 6 must be accompanied in the water by an adult. Also open New Year’s Day, Noon – 4:00 p.m., regular admission. Phone 721-PARK. www.missoulaparks.org. Located in McCormick Park, off the Orange Street bridge. 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Missoula Art Museum

Stroll through MAM’s six galleries and view: Donna Loos’ autobiographical silhouette paintings, Roger Shimomura’s moving internment paintings, Scott Fife’s larger-than-life sculptures, Teresa Tamura’s heart-felt photographic essay, and Freeman Butts’ collection of Family Gifts. MAM will also provide a “creativity station” for kids of all ages to make their own cards and ornaments. Enjoy tasty treats and drinks throughout the day. Free Expression. Free Admission. For more information visit www.missoulaartmuseum.org or phone 406.728.0447. First Night hours: 11 am – 4 pm

UC Game Room

Air Hockey, Snooker, Pool, and Table Tennis, free with a First Night button. University Center, 2:00 p.m. – midnight.

Glacier Ice Rink

With a First Night Button on New Year’s Eve, you can ice skate free and get adult skate rentals for $4, and kids for $2. 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

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First Night Notes Command Central – 111 North Higgins Ave.

First Night’s Command Central – the place to get questions answered – is located in the Florence Building at 111 North Higgins Ave. downtown. Here you can buy a button, get a program, look over the bus route, plan the day and evening. It is also where artists and volunteers check in before the event.

First Night Opening Parade

First Night 2010 begins at 1:00 p.m. at the JC Penney Court at Southgate Mall with the annual Children’s Parade of Masks. The Mall will provide the masks and decorations! Come anytime after 12:00, noon, and bring your imagination! Prizes, refreshment and entertainment! Join us to kick off the celebration! Later, you can wear your mask to the Masquerade Ball in the UC Ballroom!

Twilight Gathering & Bonfire - 5:00 p.m.

Cast your New Year’s resolution into the fire and salute the final daylight of 2009. The annual bonfire is a good time to take a break from all the First Night festivity and watch the sun set for the final time this year outside First InterLOCATIONS NUMBERS KEY national Bank, near the Higgins St. bridge.

Midnight Grand Finale

Command Central - 111 N Higgins

This year’s fantastic Midnight Grand Finale will take place at the UC Ballroom. Join the String Orchestra of the Rockies and the Ed Norton Big Band for a Masquerade Ball. We’ll welcome the New Year by dancing to swing! You’re welcome to dress the part; mask-making will be available in the UC all day long.

Historic Wilma Theatre

First Night 2010 Graphics

Catalyst Cafe and Espresso

The First Night Missoula 2010 artwork was designed by Debby Florence, our First Night Missoula event coordinator. The owl and the pussycat, as well as the stars and musical notes were hand-painted by Craig Domes of Lost Dog Productions. Craig is also the program manager at the Missoula Children’s Museum.

Downtown Dance Collective Missoula Art Museum (MAM) Missoula County Court House MCT Center for the Performing Arts Break Espresso University Theatre University Recital Hall University Center - ATRIUM University Center - GAME ROOM University Center - COMMONS University Center - 2nd Floor LOUNGE University Center - BALLROOM University Center - 3rd Floor LOBBY University Center - 3rd Floor THEATRE UM Continuing Ed. Conf. Center (Todd Bldg)

Ice Carvings at the Courthouse Lawn

Each year chefs from the University of Montana Dining Services spend all day creating a dazzling display of ice sculpture for First Night Missoula. This year the ice carvings return to the Courthouse Lawn. From 12:00 noon on, you can drop by and see them at their craft. By nightfall, the work is completed and well lit for all to see.

First Night Shuttle Bus

The big yellow school buses are free to all wearing a First Night button. Thanks tot eh Shuttle Bus sponsors – The Missoula Parking Commission, The Charles Engelhard Foundation and Beach Transportation.

Crystal Theatre Senior Center Missoula Community School Caras Park Pavillion A Carousel For Missoula Currants Aquatic Center Glacier Ice Rink City Life Community Center 1515 Fairview Southgate Mall

Note: First Night and Beach Transportation are again providing a “Downtown to University Express” bus. This bus will stop ONLY at the Courthouse and the Missoula Children’s Theatre before going directly to the University locations

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All Day Continuing:

Ice Carving: Courthouse lawn, Noon – evening Currents Free Swim: Currents Aquatic Center, 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Art Exhibits: Missoula Art Museum, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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The Ice Carving Chefs

Ice carving has become a special tradition at First Night Missoula! Each year several chefs from the University of Montana Dining services spend all day creating a dazzling display of ice sculpture. This years ice carving spectacle will take place at the Courthouse lawn. From 10:00 a.m. on, you can drop by to see them at their craft. By nightfall, the work is completed and well lit for all to see. Courthouse Lawn, Carving from noon to 5:00 pm.

Parade of Masks

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First Night 2009 officially begins at the JC Penney Court at Southgate Mall with the annual Children’s Hat Parade. You provide the hat, and the mall will provide the decorations! Come anytime after 12:00 noon and bring your imagination. Prizes, refreshments and entertainment. Join us to kick off the celebration! Southgate Mall, 1:00 p.m. Sponsored by Mountain FM 102.5

Lee Zimmerman

The shortest distance from the head to the heart is through the cello: Montana’s Lee Zimmerman takes audiences there and back again on the song of his five-string. Zimmerman dazzles with an eclectic mix of classical technique, soaring improv, and shameless whimsy. Missoula Art Museum from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Margaret Johnson – Let’s Act Activities

We will be doing a variety of easy, fun exercises, both vocal and physical, to put you at ease in front of an audience. Whether you are 5 or 90, these activities are designed to eliminate your fears of getting up in front of people. Theatre experience isn’t necessary; just bring enthusiasm and a willingness to laugh--a lot. Margaret F. Johnson taught high school theatre for thirty-seven years. She served as the Montana State Thespian Director from 1972-1992, establishing the state convention held every year in partnership with UM. She directed over 190 productions, published a book ‘The Drama Teacher’s Survival Guide’ honored for her years in theatre at The Odyssey of the Stars and recently played Mrs. Mops in “A Christmas Carol”. New Years Eve, 1:00-1:45 pm, rm 203 Todd Building-UM

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Christian Ackerman

Christian Ackerman has been performing mime since he was seven years old. Using the art form of traditional pantomime and that of slapstick comedy set to music, he has entered a number of talent and variety shows. He has been privileged to have participated in First Night Missoula for ten years now and has enjoyed every minute of it. www.christianackerman. com. MCT Center for the Performing Arts Theater from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

2:00 Rocky Mountain Ballet Theater

This Fall, the Rocky Mountain Ballet Theatre turns Ten! From the stunning individuality and dramatic, expressive style of the RMBT dancers to the costumes, terrific music, vibrant repertory and our daily Missoula resident activities we present the diverse cultures of our Montana to the rest of the world...through dance. University Theater from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

A Carousel for Missoula

Come ride the ponies on New Year’s Eve. Free with a First Night button. www.carrousel. com. Caras Park, 2:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Sentinel H.S. Jazz Band

The Sentinel High School Jazz Band is a big band, specializing in the performance of classic, standard tunes from the 40’s for your dancing and listening pleasure. Come and enjoy an afternoon of great tunes played wonderfully by a group of very talented and sharing student musicians. We will all have a great time! Senior Center from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Sonnets on the Sidewalk

Stop by and read one of Shakespeare’s sonnets aloud to your family, friends and passers-by, or just stop and listen. This is some of the most beautiful love poetry ever written. Over the course of three hours all 154 sonnets will be read. Bonfire from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Missoula Taekwondo Center

The Missoula Taekwondo Center Demonstration team, led by Steve Rosbarsky, is comprised of children and adults who practice Taekwondo on a regular basis. This group will showcase the many elements of Taekwondo that make it the most popular Martial Art in the world. www.missoulatkd.com Southgate Mall, J.C. Penny Court. 2:00 pm

Hal Stearns – Big Sky Tales

From Indian tribes to politicians, explorers and writers, soldiers and athletes and cowboys, Montana is loaded with fascinating stories. Hal Stearns will whet your curiosity with a few of his favorites. Hal Stearns is a native of Harlowton with generations of ranchers, homesteaders and newsmen in his family. He has a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame an M.A. and doctorate from UM. He taught for 34 years in Germany, at Sentinel High School and UM. Honored as Montana’s Teacher of the Year and Outstanding U.S. History Teacher, he was a recipient of two National Endowment of the Humanities grants and was a Keizai Koho Fellow to Japan. He also served in the Montana Army National Guard for 35 years attaining the rank of Brigadier General. New Years Eve, 2:00-2:45 PM, RM 204, Todd Building-UM

Magic

Mark King began his career in magic as a “Professional Entertainer” in 1980. Since that time, he has become one of the most frequently requested performers in the Northwest. Mark has made numerous appearances at major corporation trade shows, grade, middle and high schools, colleges, universities, fraternities, sororities, churches, country clubs, restaurants and fairs. His unique blend of comedy and magic are appropriate for all ages. Wilma from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

Dragon’s Tales Puppet Theater

Aimed for children ages 4 to 9, puppeteer Mary Wachtel will present a program of folk tales with shadow puppets. She began doing puppet shows at the Missoula Public Library in 1976. MCT Center for the Performing Arts from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

2:00 Jazz Graffiti

Jazz Graffiti is Missoula’s multi-generational jazz ensemble. Made up of guitar, bass, drums, trumpet and two saxophones, the group performs a lively mix of classic and contemporary jazz. Combining some of Missoula’s young jazz musicians with several veteran players, Jazz Graffiti is adept at a variety of styles-funk, soul, blues, Latin, and swing – and it is adept at pleasing audiences of all ages and musical tastes.UC 2nd Floor Lounge, 3:30 p.m.

Gaelic Meadowlarks

Bring in the New Year singing! Gaelic Meadowlark invites revelers of all ages to join us for this celebration. Gather around the piano on the third floor of the University Center for a sing along. We are compiling a songbook called Aires, Carols, Jigs, Marches and Reels. If you like Celtic Music, Welsh Choirs or Robert Burns this is for you. UC Third Floor Lobby, 2:00 – 4:00 pm.

Face Painting

MCT Center for the Performing Arts Center for the Performing Arts Lobby, 2:00 – 6:00 p.m.

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Tangled Tones Music Studios & Club Shmed Studios

Presents: Playing With the Band & World Rhythm Music & Time: How we got Here from There... Take a trip through time on the waves of music. Beginning with West-African Drumming, then traveling to America on the notes of Folk Music, Blues, Jazz, Bluegrass, Country right on through to good old Rock ‘n Roll! Be prepared for a diverse and energetic show! Groups have been formed from local Missoulians of all ages to perform songs on guitar, piano, banjo, mandolin, voice, bass and more. Directed by Matthew Nord, owner of Tangled Tones Music Studio & Ryan Maynes, owner of Club Shmed Studios. This will be an on going program for years to come that is open to all who are interested, visit our website to get involved – we are all musical, we all have something to share! www.tangledtones.com. Downtown Dance Collective from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Parsons’ Pony Farm

The popular Parsons’ ponies will provide hand-led rides for children under 100 lbs. from 3 to 6 pm. The friendly ponies are available year round for parties, lessons, and trail rides. See all the ponies at www.parsonsponies.com Caras Park from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

A Larry Pirnie Original

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3:00 Navigation through Time

A children’s activity for First Night Missoula 2010 Sponsored by Travelers’ Rest Preservation and Heritage Association (TRPHA). Participants in this hands-on activity will try out their skills with map and compass and learn about the history of navigational tools, techniques, and knowledge. First Night “explorers” will navigate a course through the UC Atrium to reach a designated target during this treasure hunt style activity.

Kids Delerious Dance Party and Activities

Hey Kids, bring your parents and join us to welcome the New Year by building the Universe’s Longest Marble Run, and dancing at the Black Bird Little Tyke Dance Party! You’ll get to construct shoots and ramps for run-away balls, and you can shake your legs to bubble machines and super fun dance grooves. Missoula Community School from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Missoula Folklore Society

The Missoula Folklore Society will guide all comers through fun, easy-to-learn community folk dances -- mainly New England contra (a variation of English country dance) and circle dances. Callers Bev Young, Roy Curet & Janet Grove teach each dance and experienced dancers guide the beginners through the dance. No partner or experience needed. Sleeping Child String Band will accompany the dances with lively Appalachian & Irish folk tunes on fiddle, guitar, & piano. Dances work well for dancers aged 8 to 80; younger kids will need an adult guide. www.montanafolk.org. UC Ballroom from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Jon Jackson – The Crime Novel on Film

One of the most popular and influential kinds of stories in the past 70 years has been the detective or crime story. It’s no coincidence that this period also includes the rise of the motion picture as a cultural factor. But telling a story in print is much different from telling it on celluloid. This lecture addresses famous stories such as The Maltese Falcon, Little Caesar, Chinatown, and Prizzi’s Honor. Jon Jackson is the author of 11 novels; journalism on food, golf, fishing, literature; graduate of U-Montana (BA1970), U-Iowa (MFA –1973); radio presenter, KUFM – The Food Guys, Jazz Sessions. Born in Michigan, resident of Montana since 1968. New Years Eve, 3:00-3:45 PM, RM 203, Todd Building-UM

Turning the Wheel

3:15 Turning the Wheel is a national non-profit that is passionate about working with the arts to foster self-esteem, leadership skills and creative problem solving. We use creative movement exercises, singing,visual arts and improvisational theater games to create a safe and playful environment for people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to express, explore and connect with themselves and each other. MCT Center for the Performing Arts Theater, meeting room from 3:15 PM to 5:00 PM

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3:30 The Discount Quartet

The Discount Quartet, a dynamic jazz trio with Eric Keeling on guitars, Raleigh Charbonneau on drums, and Steve Kalling on bass, balances classic and modern sounds while playing swing to bop, bossas, blues, ballads and beyond. We have fun, swing hard, and put the ‘B’ in subtle. Missoula Art Museum from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

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Headwaters Dance Co.

Headwaters Dance Co., Montana’s only professional contemporary dance company, presents excerpts from their upcoming premiere of the The Montana Suite.” Come meet the new dancers, see Montana in movement and move a bit yourselves.” University Theater from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Being Mahmoud Admadinejad: Inside Today’s Iran

Mark Johnson & Sally Cummins. The nuclear crisis in Iran has attracted the world’s attention. For thirty years the governments of the US and Iran have viewed each other with suspicion and animosity. Mark Johnson and Sally Cummins have just returned from a six week visit across Iran. They spoke with dozens of Iranian citizens in many cities and villages. Find out what is happening behind the scenes and what Iranians really think of Americans. Mark Johnson is a thirty year veteran of the US Foreign Service, with posting in the Middle East from 1978-81. He was a member of the Iran working group in the US State Department, negotiating the Iranian Hostage crisis. He is the Founder of the Montana World Affairs Council. Sally Cummins recently retired from the Office of the Legal Adviser in the US State Department where she was Editor of the Digest of US Practices in International Law. Mark Johnson is a former U.S. diplomat who served throughout the Middle East, and was ambassador to Senegal. He is the founder of the Montana World Affairs Council. New Years Eve, 4:00-4:45: RM 203 & 204 Todd Building-UM

John Floridis

John Floridis is a 15 year resident in the “Big Sky” having moved here from the strong shouldered, down but never out city of Cleveland, Ohio. He has released 5 recordings mixing bluesy, folk-rock vocal tunes with adventurous solo acoustic guitar compositions . He has been named Missoula’s best musician by the Missoula Independent and performed in the Western region for over a decade. He has performed with artists as diverse as Shawn Colvin, Derek Trucks, Patty Griffin, Richard Thompson, Emmylou Harris, Bruce Cockburn, Kelly Joe Phelps, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band and Patty Larkin. He is also a producer of Musician’s Spotlight and Friday Morning Freeforms for Montana Public Radio and a former Registered Music Therapist. John Floridis performs on acoustic/electric guitar, vocals and manipulated, and sometimes sampled and looped sounds. www.johnfloridis.com. UC 3rd Floor Theater from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Jeanette Rankin Peace Center

Help create a luminary community Peace sign in Caras Park. Bring your votive candle in a paper bag (lunch size) with a small amount of sand to Caras Park, light it from the World Peace Flame, and place it in the circle with your wish for peace. Volunteers from the Jeanette Rankin Peace Center will have extra candles, bags and sand for those who forget materials but want to participate. Weather permitting, the sign will shine a message of peace throughout the night. Sponsored by the Jeanette Rankin Peace Center since First Night 2001. Caras Park, 4:00 pm - midnight.

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4:00 YMusic and Amy Martin

Get your First Night Missoula off to a great start with an all-ages musical variety show! The Missoula Coyote Choir, the Meadowlark Singers, a band of middle school rockers and other groups will fill the Wilma Theater with two hours of song and fun. It’s all part of YMusic, the community music department of the Missoula Family YMCA. The purpose of YMusic is to inspire people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities to make music – come to this show to see exactly what that means. You may come away with a desire to take a fiddle class, enroll in a choir, or dig out your old guitar and jam with your kids.Wilma Theater from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Montana Clown Work

Curly’s Funtastic Kidzone is a set of interactive game centers for children of all ages and will be open from 4:00 to 9:00. First Night strollers may choose from: the Basketball Center where you can work on that hook shot; the Beautiful Center where you can make wonderful spin-art designs or try your hand at the chalkboard; or the Giggle Blaster. And from 5:00 to 8:00. Share in the merriment of this once in a lifetime celebration...enjoy!!!! UC Atrium from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Backyard Recorder Consort

The Backyard Recorder Consort rings in the New Year with “Something Old, Something New,” consort music spanning five centuries on the entire family of recorders played by Jo Ella Hug, Nancy Seldin, Sarah Weber and Katherine Skinner. UM Recital Hall from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Face Painting

UC Atrium, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Glacier Ice Rink Free Skate

Free skating with a first night button. Skate rentals will be $2 for ages 15 and under and $4 for (adults) 16 and over. www.glaciericerink.com. Fairgrounds, 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

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Parade of Masks

Taekwondo

Command Central

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Tangled Tones

Lee Zimmerman

YMusic Choirs Discount Quartet

Jazz Grafitti Christian Ackerman

MCT MCT Lobby

Frederico Brothers Face Painting

MCT Meeting Room

Dragon Tales

Turning the Wheel

Our Lady Guadalup

Break Espresso Sentinel Jazz Band

Senior Center Missoula Community School

Kids Dance Party, Marble Run, Balloon Hats

Caras Park Pavillion

Parson’s Pony Rides

A Carousel for Missoula Rocky Mtn. Ballet Theater

Univ. Theater UM ToddBuilding

Let’s Act Activities

Headwaters Dance Co. Crime Novel on Film

Big Sky Tales

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Gaelic Meadowlarks

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Full Grown Men Andrea Harsell

Sidhe Big Sky Mudflaps Duncan & Marsolek

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String Orchestra of the Rockies

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5:00 Twilight Gathering & Bonfire

Cast your New Year’s resolution into the fire and salute the final daylight of 2008. The annual bonfire is a good time to take a break from all the First Night festivity and watch the sun set for the final time this year and enjoy the view of Missoula from new bank building. 5:00 p.m.

Patio Andaluz

Experience the music, dance, poetry and song of Patio Andaluz, and the spirit of flamenco! In the words of Teo Morca: “Why flamenco? Flamenco was born of the human soul crying out for eternal freedom of spirit... the art of living each day to the fullest as an individual, and fulfilling your individuality as a unique creative expression of life. Flamenco is understood throughout the world as the essence of all human feelings and emotions in music, in rhythm, in song, in dance, and in art.” From the pure joy of cante chico to to the depths of cante jondo, share the aire and gracia of flamenco. With Linda Bailey, Tony Beltramo, Meyer Chessin, Sonia Chessin, Eileen Cummings, Karen Gonzales, Germaine Haberman, Jeff Haberman, Paul Lenihan, Victoria Lenihan, and Julio Morales. Downtown Dance Collective from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Ballet Arts Academy

Ballet Arts Academy presents a light-hearted concert of contemporary and classical divertissements including “Tune in Tonight, a TV themes ballet medley,” plus excerpts from The Nutcracker and more. Dazzling entertainment for the whole family!University Theater from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Ramblin’ Rose

The Missoula bluegrass duo, Ramblin’ Rose, combines the musical talents of Phyllis Erck and Curtis Rathburn. When the two met several years ago, there was magic in the air when they spontaneously started singing harmonies together. They’re musical backgrounds are vastly diverse. Curtis is a former rock ‘n roll singer and blues guitar sensation. Phyllis Erck is a classically trained vocalist gone old timey. Their quest for common musical ground produced a unique interpretation of bluegrass, gospel and honky tonk selections with Curtis’ basso profundo and Phyllis’ high soprano voice accompanied by Curtis’ soulful guitar moves and Phyllis’ capturing accompaniment on her resonator guitar. www.ramblinrosebluegrass.com. UC 2nd floor Lounge from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM .

The Frederico Brothers

The Frederico Brothers is an accomplished folk act in which the star of the show is the song. The Frederico Brothers are: Bruce Carlson- vocals guita; Phil Hamilton- harmonicas; Paul Kelley- vocals, bass; Roger Moquin- vocals, drums; and Peter Walther- vocals, electric guitar, mandolin. All five live in Missoula, have day jobs and families, and approach music for the creative joy of it. Besides singing songs about trains, death, and love gone wrong, the group focuses on vocal harmonies and great songs- both original and otherwise. The 2003 CD, “Rails,” was the group’s first collective recording project. Outside of our hometown of Missoula, Montana, the CD is available online at cdbaby.com. MCT Center for the Performing Arts Theater from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

5:00 Salsa Loca

Salsa Loca, Missoula’s premier Latin-Music band, specializes in the fiery Afro-Cuban sounds of mambo, cha-cha, guaracha and guaguanco, along with samba, merengue and other Caribbean and South American styles. This is ideal dance music for experienced salsa dancers and novices alike. UC Ballroom from 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM

Missoula Now: Art Exhibit

Come enjoy a group show of painting, drawing, prints, sculpture and photography by Missoula’s new and emerging artists, including Courtney Blazon, Jennifer Leutzinger, Shalene Valenzuela, Patricia Thornton, Frank stepek, Tricia Opstad, Jonathan Marquis, Carrie Maynes, Ericka Schenck, Gretal Stoudt, Andy Smetanka, Marcy James, Brad Allen, Edgar Smith, Tim Thornton and more... Catalyst Cafe and Espresso, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

5:15 Rio

Rio plays classical Brazilian bossa nova w/ a contemporary twist. the songs feature the sensual voice of Julia and the lyrical guitar of Tim.UC 3rd Floor Theater from 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM

5:30 Cash For Junkers

Cash for Junkers plays eminently danceable Honky-

and Western Swing music with both feet firmly ASHTonk FOR JUNKERS in the 20th century. Conjuring the familiar spirits of Bob and Billy Jack Wills, Hank Penny, Jimmy Martin, and the ubiquitous George Jones, the band generates an infectious groove that keeps the feet bouncing on the beat. “Swing is an imperative verb, not a record store bin.” (With Grace Decker, fiddle and vocals, Tyler Roady Rhythm guitar and vocals, Nate Biehl, mandolin, fiddle, banjo, and vocals, John Rosett, lead and steel guitars, and Steve Kalling, double bass).. UC Commons from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

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5:30 Our Lady of Guadalupe

Our lady of Guadalupe, from Seattle, plays original music drawing from indie folk, blues, and roots influences. Their eerie, rhythmic sound incorporates Scott Kinyon on banjo, Danielle Hess on slide guitar, and occasional guests on violin and electric guitar. Break Espresso from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Five Valley Chorus Sweet Adelines

This double quartet represents the Five Valley Chorus of Sweet Adelines, singing a wide variety of songs arranged in barbershop style: four part acapella harmony. They love sharing their classic American art form with audiences, and invite women of all ages to visit their practices and give it a try. Learn more at www. fivevalleysweetadelines.com. UM Recital Hall from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Burning River

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The Burning River Trio is a bluesy, funk-rock concept fronted by Missoula guitarist and songwriter John Floridis, along with the very fine rhythm section of Bruce Threlkeld on drums and Ron Setzer on bass. Together they bring an eclectic mix of solid songs with very danceable grooves, creative renderings of Floridisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; original material as well as unique arrangements of well known and obscure covers, ie., Muddy Waters done Bo Diddley style.....The Who done performed Lyle Lovett country swing.....a Jimi Hendrix groove with Greg Brown lyrics. If you like your dance music diverse with many stylistic flavors, The Burning River Trio will not disappoint. UC Commons from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

The Octopus

The Octopus is Greg Nowak, 12-year Montana chess champion , and national master with 52 years chess-playing experience. He is also currently the champion in Wyoming and Idaho as well. Greg is called the Octopus because of his ability to play as many as 56 games of chess at once. He makes his moves in 5 to 15 seconds and welcomes players of all ages and abilities. Nowak will play continuously, opponents will come and go. Spectators are welcome. UC Atrium from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM

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6:15 Lawrence Duncan and Matthew Marsolek

Lawrence Duncan and Matthew Marsolek have been playing music together since 1993. Best known as members of Drum Brothers and Mandir, they have also been well recieved in specal venues as a duo. Lawrence’s focus on woodwind instruments has in the last 15 years been augmented to include harp, EWI and West African percussion. Matthew is a composer/arranger with exceptional vocal and acoustic/classical guitar skills. He also has a level of accomplishment in traditional West African djembe music seldom seen in North America. Their collaboration includes music for winds, voice and guitar, inspired by jazz, classical and popular Western idioms, and the music of Inda and Africa. UC 3rd Floor Theater from 6:15 PM to 7:15 PM

6:30 Big Sky Mudflaps

The Mudflaps are celebrating 33 years of performing together. Their unique sound---a blend of jazz, swing and rhythm and blues---has won them national acclaim. Appearing across the country at clubs, colleges, festivals and concerts, they have earned praise from publications such as the New York Times, the Village Voice, Billboard, Esquire Magazine and many others. The Mudflaps have shared concert billing with Ray Charles, Dizzy Gillespie, Dave Brubeck and “Riders In The Sky,” and have appeared on “The Today Show” and “A Prairie Home Companion.” www. bigskymudflaps.com. UC Ballroom from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Sidhe

American Chanson: where folk and classical meet for coffee. With honesty and an unstuffy virtuosity, Sidhe delivers poignant originals for voice and fingerstyle guitar alongside both classic and obscure cover material spanning the last 200 years. http://www.guitarandvoice.com. UC 2nd Floor lounge from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Kelli Neumayer

Kelli Marie Neumayer “Belly Dance” 2009 Headliner Belly Dancer of the Year Kelli Marie is an accomplished performer, instructor and innovator of Middle Eastern dance. Join Kelli Marie and student dancers as they present the Ancient and Exotic art of belly dance, Hula /Polynesian dance and special guest performers! MCT Center for the Performing Arts Theater from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

6:30 Unity Dance & Drum

Unity Dance and Drum performs high-energy African music and dance-from the stomping, clapping, and slapping gumboot dances of South Africa, to the sweet soothing sounds of Zimbabwean mbira (thumb piano) and song, to the athletic, drum-driven dances of West Africa-we bring you an exciting cultural experience complete with bright costumes, masks, and tantalizing musical arrangements. Get ready to dance in the new year! University Theater from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Celtic Dragon Bag Pipe Band A perennial favorite at every Missoula First Night, the Celtic Dragon Pipe Band plays ensemble music with bagpipes and drums in the Scottish regimental style. Montanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier pipe band is pleased to perform throughout the Northwest and in Canada, and especially at home for the holidays. Wilma Theater from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM .

7:00 Montana Alphorn Trio

Enjoy the unique haunting harmonies and melodious calls from these natural, over twelve feet long horns, played by the Montana Alphorn Trio for your enjoyment. Dressed in traditional Tyrolean outfits, the trio plays music from Switzerland, where the Alphorn is the official national instrument. UM Recital Hall from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Kira Means

Kira Means is making a name for herself in Missoula with her exceptional voice, emotional and thoughtprovoking lyrics, and diverse talent that is far beyond her fourteen years. Her mix of of acoustic pop with a twist of jazz will include original tunes as well as covers. Break Espresso from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

7:30 Bill Mize & Beth Bramhall

After a three year absence from the First Night Missoula stage, Bill Mize and Beth Bramhall return for another set of original fingerstyle guitar and accordion instrumental music. Dividing their time between the mountains of Tennessee and Montana, Bill and Beth have played around the country, from the Newport Guitar Festival in Rhode Island to the Healdsburg Festival in California. www.billmize.com. UC 3rd floor Theater from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Open Field Artists

A Missoula, Montana based collaborative performance art group, the Open Field Artists (OFA) integrates theatre, movement, music and other mediums in the creation of process-based pieces. Our work addresses contemporary socio-political, spiritual and environmental issues in an effort to inspire awareness, learning, creative thought and self-reflection. Open Field Artists has been working collaboratively under the facilitation of Heidi J. to create the show Da Floresta (the forest, translated from Portuguese). This show is the culmination of her travels to the World Social Forum in the Brazilian Amazon. We hope you will be entertained and deeply moved toward transformation. Downtown Dance Collective from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM

8:00 Full Grown Men

Full Grown Men focuses on blues and jazz-based dance music, with the emphasis on rhythm, swing, energy and soul. The band was formed among old friends and fellow musicians, based on the idea of playing straight-ahead dance music with lots of fire and fun. UC Commons from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Andrea Harsell

Andrea Harsell has been bringing her vibrant performing style and exceptional songwriting to audiences around the country for over ten years. With a powerful, supple voice and a passel of outstanding original songs, Andrea is a force of nature. Her music defies categorization, as she moves freely between bluegrass, folk, country, and rock ‘n roll. Andrea’s singing is influenced by a wide variety of artists, from Allison Krauss to Alanis Morrisette. But it’s undeniably the spirit of Janis Joplin that seems to drive this vibrant, exciting performer. Andrea will beaccompanied by Louie “The Lead” Bond in her First Night performance. UC 2nd floor Lounge from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Mark Twain

Michael Delaney will portray the subtle humor of Mark Twain. Mark Twain is still widely thought of as a kindly old teller of children’s stories. First Night this year will give that superstition a proper burial. MCT Center for the Performing Arts from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM

First Night Idol

Cherry Creek Radio and the Flagship Program have joined the Missoula Cultural Council to produce the 4th annual First Night Idol contest--an entertaining karaoke competition made popular by the TV show “American Idol.” The competition is open to area High School students, and preliminary rounds take place in November and December. Contestants are evaluated on voice quality, song choice, stage presence, audience engagement, original material, dramatization/choreography, and costume choice. Come cheer on all of the talented and courageous finalists at 8:30 p.m. in the Historic Wilma Theater.

Master of Ceremonies: STAR FM’s Danny D! Danny D! began working as a deejay for a roller skating rink in Great Falls and never thought it would lead him to the career he enjoys so much today. As a sophomore in high school, Danny D! worked weekends for a radio station called K99. After only a few months, he was given the opportunity to host a contemporary Christian show called ‘The Light.’ It was his first show and after only a short period of time, ‘The Light’ become the number one show in Great Falls on Sunday mornings. Danny D! attended the University of Montana and worked as the afternoon announcer on StarFM in Missoula until 2003 when he was offered a position as station manager for The Zone in Billings. Today, Danny D! is back on the radio waves in Missoula and is the station manager and morning host for StarFM. www.dannydradio.com. continued on page 37 36

2010 Panel of Judges Deserae Pollock

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Bob Wire

Raised on the hard twang of Johnny, Hank, Buck and Merle, Bob Wire has developed his personal brand of rockin’ country that has been filling dance floors for more than a dozen years. A singer and guitar slinger out of Missoula, Montana, Bob writes songs for folks who have a sense of humor, and aren’t afraid to think for themselves. Bob Wire and his original band, the Fencemenders made the rounds in Western Montana for ten years, during which time they were voted “Best Local Band” three times by the readers of the Missoula Independent. He has released two solo CD’s, American Piehole and Sentimental Breakdown, that have received many positive reviews from critics and fans alike. Find Bob Wire on MySpace. Many thanks to our panel of judges, Kaleidoscope Entertainment, and the following sponsors: Subway, Cherry Creek Radio, Jules Model and Talent Agency, Shear Art Salon, Muralt Family Foundation, Missoula Boys & Girls Club, UM Bookstore, and Sweet Emotions Floral.

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8:30 String Orchestra of the Rockies

The String Orchestra of the Rockies has delighted audiences in Missoula and the surrounding area for 25 years. Performing without a conductor, SOR relies on the expertise of some of the finest string players from across Montana to create a cohesive, dynamic sound. Put on your dancing shoes, create a costume or come as you are, and enjoy an evening of Viennese Waltzes. Try and guess the identity of our masked mystery guest. Bring in the New Year with family, friends and frivolity! UC Ballroom from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM

First Night Idol Competition

Witness a star being born! The Flagship Program and the Missoula Cultural Council present the fifth annual First Night Idol contest. The preliminary competitions will take place in late November, early December and the finalists will compete on New Year’s Eve to claim the title of “First Night Idol 2010.” Kaleidoscope Entertainment will provide the music, and a panel of celebrity judges will help crown the victor! Come cheer for your favorite talent. Sponsored by Cherry Creek Radio and Subway. $2 ticket required plus First Night Button. Call 542-3240. Wilma from 8:30 PM to 10:00 PM

Malarkey

Join Malarkey for a high-energy Irish traditional music performance. They promise to have you “jigging and reeling” in your seats with their brand of Montana made music from Ireland. A song or two may even have you singing along as Malarkey celebrates First Night Missoula. Break Espresso from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Amy Martin

After moving to Missoula in the fall of 1999, Amy took part in the Y2K First Night Missoula events as a member of the community choir which sang in the new millennium in the Adams Center. The next year, she gave a solo performance, singing songs from her first album, To You. This year marks Amy’s 10th consecutive First Night Missoula set. Celebrating this decade of music-making in Missoula, Amy will play at least one song from each of her eight albums, as well as a couple of new, unrecorded songs. Rumor has it a special guest may make an appearance as well. University Theater from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Montana A Cappella Society

Join the Montana A Cappella Society, a unique vocal ensemble costumed as 1800’s street carolers, as they present a diverse selection of secular and sacred holiday music spanning five centuries. www.montanaacappella.org. UM Recital Hall from 8:30 PM to 10:30 PM

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9:00 Zeppo

Zeppo is a nine piece Rhythm and Blues Band with 3 Horns, 2 Singers, Keyboard, Guitar, Bass and Drums. Influenced by artists like Ray Charles, Johnny Otis, Percy Mayfield, Al Green, Johnny Taylor, O.V. Wright....the list goes on and on. There’s a New Orleans touch in the mix with the slammin’ Horns, the Piano/Organ man sounding like he has 12 fingers, and a solid funky Bass as the only instrumentation that gives room to the space as well as the notes. The Band consists of longtime local musicians Peter Barberio – Bari Sax, Mike Milch – Trumpet, Noby Powell – Alto Sax, Jeff Meese – Bass, Chris Duparri – Guitar, Chuck Lester and Ruthie Dada – Vocals, Greg Walter – Keyboards, and Bruce Wetherby - Drums. UC Commons from 9:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Tom and the Tomatoes

Tom and the Tomatoes, a group of four female musician/vocalists and one guitar-slinging cowboy from Dutton, lends their lush harmonies to songs selected from rock, celtic, jazz, blues, gypsy, folk, klezmer and country-swing libraries. The songs feature each of the musicians taking turns delivering raw, soulful lead vocals, backed by harmonies, guitars, accordion, mandolin, fiddle, flute, egg percussion, and stand-up bass. UC 2nd fl lounge from 9:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Lockwood’s Versatiles

The Lockwood’s Versatiles are celebrating 60 years of performing together this New Years Eve. Their first professional dance job was at the Paul Bunyon Supper Club in Colombia Falls on 12-31-1949, and they have been performing on a steady basis ever since. This will be their 16th year playing for First Night Missoula. Senior Center from 9:00 PM to 12:00 AM

David Walburn

Hypnosis

From its colorful past to the present day,Montana and Glacier National Park have come to symbolize the dreams of the American West. Celebrate Glacier National Park’s Centennial with David’s original music and imagery that captures the spirit and essence of Montana’s unique landscape, its colorful characters and events that make up Life Under The Big Sky! UC 3rd Floor theater from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM

9:30

Mark King added his Hypnosis shows to his act in 1989. Since then he has entertained audiences with hypnosis shows all over the Northwest at fraternities, sororities, corporate parties, high school senior all night parties and fairs. Incorporating music and comedy skits make the hypnosis shows hilarious and unforgettable. The shows are for all ages but geared toward the adult audience. MCT Center for the Performing Arts from 9:30 PM to 10:30 PM

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10:00 Mike and Tari Conroy

Mike and Tari Conroy, along with daughter Becci Rose, will be performing old style bluegrass featuring many songs from their newest recording, Sourwood Mountain.” UC 2nd floor lounge from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM

Jack Gladstone

10:30

Jack Gladstone, a grandson of Blackfeet Indian chief Red Crow, guides the audience through myths, animal legends and character portraits into a better understanding of our Native American Heritage. As a singer, songwriter and masterful storyteller, Jack touches the hearts of his audiences with his enlightening narrative and thought-provoking songs about the adventures, triumphs and tragedies of Native America. The presentation includes segments on the wolf, bear, buffalo and horse as well as honors the Navajo Code Talkers of World War II. Historical and contemporary photographs blend with music and narrative to convey the passage of culture and time within North America. www.jackgladstone.com. Wilma Historic Theater from 10:30 PM to 11:30 PM.

Dublin Gulch

Perennial favorites Dublin Gulch return to help ring in the New Year with a mix of traditional Irish and Celtic songs and tunes. Once again, Butte’s Tiernan Irish Dancers join the lads with their pow-

erful and elaborate dance arrangements. UM Theater from 10:30 PM to 12:30 AM

The Singing Sons of Beaches

The Singing Sons of Beaches is an entertaining and witty vocal trio with acoustic guitars that present a musical-comedy show full of good conversation and beautiful harmonies. With songs about Montana’s cities and people, Steve Riddle, Greg Devlin and Nick Terhaar have entertained together publicly for over ten years. UC 3rd Floor Theater from 10:30 PM to 11:30 PM

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11:00 Grand Finale at the University Center Drum Brothers

Drum Brothers present high energy performances that celebrate a diverse mix of world instruments and sounds: West African drums, Middle Eastern frame drums, Australian didgeridoo, close harmony vocals, acoustic guitar, flute, soprano sax, and original arrangements and compositions. For over a decade they have performed throughout the Northwest and in Canada at festivals, performing arts series, school assemblies, dance events, and private celebrations. The members are: Michael and Matthew Marsolek, Lawrence Duncan, and Colin Ruggiero. www.drumbrothers.com. UC Commons from 11:00 PM to 12:30 AM

Ed Norton Big Band

The Ed Norton Big Band is back to swing us into 2010 as part of our Masquerade Ball. This 18-piece ensemble specializes in Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic music---jazz and swing. The bandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s repertoire showcases tunes from the swing era, by composers such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Woody Herman, Glenn Miller, and Benny Goodman, alongside the work of modern jazz masters such as Sonny Rollins and Charlie Parker. Featuring a full complement of trumpets, trombones, saxophones and rhythm section, the Ed Norton Big Band proves that swing is back in a big way, and nothing swings like a genuine big band. UC Ballroom from 11:00 PM to 12:30 AM

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About Missoula Cultural Council Mission Statement: Connecting Art, Culture and Community through Education, Advocacy and Celebration.

Through the activities outlined below, the Missoula Cultural Council • Advocates for public and private support of the arts and cultural activities • Encourages collaborative efforts among local art organizations • Educates community leaders and policy makers about the economic benefits of the arts • Celebrates the value of diverse cultures and helping our community understand its place in the world Website and Weekly Newsletter On the MCC website, the community can access a directory of local artists and art organizations, as well as an up-to-date schedule of cultural events happening around Western Montana. www.missoulacultural.org In addition, the weekly MCC newsletter goes out by email to alert readers about arts and cultural events locally, nationally and internationally. This is also the best source for updates about current MCC activities. To subscribe, visit our website. First Friday Info On the first Friday of every month from 5-8 pm, galleries, museums and retailers in downtown Missoula host First Friday Gallery Night--an opportunity for all to enjoy new art exhibits, to socialize with artists and gallery owners, and to experience the energy of a lively downtown Missoula evening. Every month, MCC publishes a listing of First Friday events. Visit our website and click on the First Friday Gallery Night link. First Night Missoula On New Year’s Eve, First Night Missoula showcases over 75 performances and activities in more than 30 venues throughout downtown Missoula, the University of Montana campus and Southgate Mall. Music, theatre, dance, children’s programs, visual arts, and more highlight this magical day-long event. Each year’s festival promises something for everyone. www.missoulacultural.org/firstnight Sister Cities MCC administers Missoula’s sister city relationships with Neckargemünd, Germany and Palmerston North, New Zealand. These sister cities are celebrated annually during New Zealand Days in June and at Germanfest in Caras Park in September. To learn more about our sister cities, and to correspond with their citizens, please visit www.missoulacultural.org/ sistercities Cultural Tourism With many local partners, MCC works to promote cultural activities that appeal to the out-of-town visitor. On the first weekends in May and December, Missoula enjoys many of its quintessential artistic and cultural events. MCC, in partnership with the Missoula Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, the Missoula Downtown Association and area businesses and cultural organizations, has taken this opportunity to promote Missoula regionally as an “Arts and Culture” destination through a marketing effort called Meet Me in Missoula. Please visit www.missoulacultural.org/ mmim 46

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