LIVE! at Harford Community College Winter/Spring 2023 Special Events & Performances

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A Season to Celebrate

This season we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the APGFCU Arena at Harford Community College, which has hosted over 600 community, entertainment, and sporting events over the past decade. We are extremely fortunate to have the APGFCU Arena, along with the Chesapeake Theater, Amoss Center, Black Box Theater, recital halls in Joppa Hall, Chesapeake Gallery, and Hays-Heighe House on our campus to offer live, quality arts programming and events.

Harford Community College’s mission is Grow. Achieve. Inspire. Contribute. Our events and arts programming embody the College’s mission as we experience live arts together. Human connection, creativity, and collaboration strengthen our campus and community. We hope you will join the celebration this season for a great lineup of concerts, family programming, dance and theater productions, exhibits, and community celebrations.

We want to continue to provide you with the best possible experiences before, during, and after the show. Please share your suggestions about the ways we may make your experience unforgettable. Contact the Ticket Office at 443.412.2211 or email me at srutherford@harford.edu with your ideas, feedback, and suggestions.

Thank you for supporting the arts and live events in Harford County. We hope you will join us for this celebratory season!

Stacy Rutherford

Director for Events and Conferencing General Manager for the APGFCU Arena

Check the various listings to select all your favorites, but remember many shows sell out fast. Order your tickets at HarfordEvents.com so you can choose your favorite seat for any show. Events and performances are subject to change.

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HAYS-HEIGHE HOUSE

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Evening of Jazz: Eugenie Jones

The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System

HCC Music Students in Recital & An Evening of Jazz with the HCC Jazz Ensemble

Harford Dance Theatre: Cinderella

JUNE

PAGE 12 Exhibit: Harford 100-Mile Biennial

Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute

PAGE 13 Exhibit: Integration Now: The Harford Civil Rights Project Hays-Heighe House Spring Schedule of Events THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS

HCC JAZZ ENSEMBLE

JANUARY

EXHIBIT: ANNUAL ART + DESIGN FACULTY & STAFF EXHIBITION

January 24–February 24

Part of ArtsFest: Sunday, February 5

Closing Reception: February 22 | 3:30–5 PM

Be sure to not to miss this annual exhibition of recent artwork from the many talented faculty and staff within the Art + Design program at Harford Community College.

CHESAPEAKE GALLERY, STUDENT CENTER

Dumbfounded by Design, 2020

THE PHIL COLLINS EXPERIENCE

Wednesday, January 25 | 7:30 PM

Immerse yourself in the world of Phil Collins and Genesis with their greatest hits like “Sussudio,” “In the Air Tonight,” “That’s All,” “Invisible Touch,” “Abacab,” and more!

British-born and raised front man Terry Adams Jr. brings the look, the sound, the emotion, and the true feel of Phil Collins. Backed by his world-class 12-piece band complete with sensational brass section and backup singers, this show is not to be missed!

Reserved seating starting at $25

JOHN DENVER MUSICAL TRIBUTE STARRING TED VIGIL

Friday, January 13 | 7 PM

The legendary John Denver evokes memories of an era in music that was both inspiring and influential. Ted Vigil, a man who, according to the late Steve Weisberg (long-time Denver guitar accompanist), closely resembles John both physically and musically, is carrying on the tradition honoring this colossal music icon. Ted is honored to once again bring the great compositions and hits of John Denver to audiences across America.

AMOSS CENTER

Reserved Seating: Premium $30, Orchestra $25, Terrace $20

FEBRUARY

POPOVICH COMEDY PET THEATER

Friday, February 3 | 7 PM

The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is entertainment for the whole family, featuring the unique blend of comedy and juggling skills of Ukranian circus performer Gregory Popovich and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. His entourage consists of world-class jugglers, Diamond the Shetland Pony, and over 30 performing pets including house cats and dogs, geese, white doves and parrots. All performing pets were rescued from animal shelters!

AMOSS CENTER

Reserved Seating: Premier $25, Orchestra $20, Terrace $15

HCC ARTSFEST: A SUNDAY AFTERNOON OF MUSIC AND FINE ART

Sunday, February 5 | 3 PM

The annual tradition of HCC ArtsFest (formerly Winter Doldrums) returns, featuring performances of music and more by HCC faculty in the Chesapeake Theater. Following the concert, stroll over to the Student Center and admire the Annual Art + Design Faculty and Staff Exhibition of drawings, paintings, sculpture, photographs, digital art, and ceramics in the Chesapeake Gallery, while you join the “After Hours” faculty jazz band at a reception featuring hot jazz, cool drinks, and tasty treats.

CHESAPEAKE THEATRE

General Seating: Adults $15, Youth (3–17) $1, HCC Student Free with HCC ID (ticket required)

THE MAN IN BLACK: A TRIBUTE TO JOHNNY CASH

Saturday, February 11 | 7:30 PM

With his strikingly similar looks, baritone voice, and spot-on mannerisms, Shawn Barker’s uncanny resemblance to the original “Man In Black” revitalizes the true character and spirit of Mr. Cash himself, one of America’s greatest musical icons, for a truly one-of-a-kind show. The energetic show features Barker in character throughout the entire evening, walking the audience through each era of Cash’s life and music, including hits like “Folsom Prison Blues,” “I Walk the Line,” “A Boy Named Sue,” “Hurt” and “Ring of Fire,” complete with a full backing band.

AMOSS CENTER

Reserved Seating: Premier $32, Orchestra $28, Terrace $24

HCC ACTORS GUILD

TBy Lauren Gunderson. Presented by arrangement with Playscripts, Inc.

February 10, 11, 17, 18 | 8 PM

February 12, 19 | 3 PM

Tweetering, pandashrews, and undying giddiness for James Madison—what else could you expect to find at a Miss America pageant?

In this hilarious, raucous, all-female “power play” inspired by Shakespeare’s Shrew, contestant Katherine has political aspirations to match her beauty pageant ambitions. All she needs to revolutionize the American government is the help of one ultra-conservative senator’s aide on the cusp of a career breakthrough, and one bleeding-heart liberal blogger who will do anything for her cause. Well, that and a semi-historically-accurate ether trip. Here’s lookin’ at you, America.

BLACKBOX THEATER

General Seating: Adults $12, Seniors/Youth/HCC Faculty/ Staff/Student $8

SARA EVANS: COPY THAT TOUR

Friday, February 24 | 7:30 PM

Multi-platinum entertainer Sara Evans is at the top of her game. As the fifth most-played female artist on country radio in nearly the last two decades—her five No. 1 singles include “No Place That Far,” “Suds In The Bucket,” “A Real Fine Place To Start,” “Born to Fly,” and “A Little Bit Stronger.” She has earned the prestigious Academy of Country Music Top Female Vocalist accolade as well as numerous American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards, and Country Music Association, CMT and Grammy Awards nominations. In addition, the CMA awarded Video of the Year honors for her hit chart-topping single, “Born to Fly” from her landmark doubleplatinum album of the same name.

APGFCU ARENA

Reserved seating starting at $30

HIPLET BALLERINAS

Sunday, February 26 | 3 PM

Hiplet fuses classical pointe technique with African, Latin, Hip-Hop and urban dance styles that are rooted in communities of color. Performances may incorporate the rhythms of African drums with Tchaikovsky, arabesques and beat-boxing or even Tango en pointe—all while showcasing Hiplet’s trademark sass, hip movements, and struts against popular music that audiences will recognize, from Black Violin to Beyonce and Prince.

AMOSS CENTER

Reserved Seating: Premium $35, Orchestra $30, Terrace $25

MARCH

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS

2023 WORLD TOUR

PHOENIX FESTIVAL THEATER

Directed by Matthew Peterson. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

March 3 & 10 | 7 PM March 4 & 11 | 1 & 6 PM

March 5 & 12 | 1 PM

Based on the smash hit 1991 Disney animated feature, Beauty and the Beast tells the story of Belle, a beautiful and intelligent young woman who trades her father’s freedom by agreeing to be imprisoned in a mysterious castle owned by a fearsome Beast. Watch as Belle and the Beast grow to understand and befriend one another in his enchanted household. “A tale as old as time!”

CHESAPEAKE THEATER

Reserved seating starting at $18

Wednesday, March 1 | 7 PM

The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour is coming with game like never before! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-tohead against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world’s winningest team! In 2023, every fan is getting in on this action . . . that means YOU, so get ready! It’s GLOBETROTTER game time! General Public Doors Open: 6 PM. Estimated length: 2 hours with intermission.

APGFCU ARENA

Reserved seating starting at $20, plus HGI surcharge of $4 per ticket. Optional purchase: $15 MAGIC PASS

Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs

ATHENA LEADERSHIP AWARD BREAKFAST

DANÚ: ST. PATRICK’S DAY

CELEBRATION

Saturday, March 4 | 7 PM

Danú has been one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles since their debut album was released in 1997 to huge critical acclaim. For more than two decades, Danú’s virtuosi players on flute, tin whistle, fiddle, button accordion, bouzouki, and vocals (Irish and English) have delighted audiences worldwide. Winners of numerous awards from the BBC and Irish Music magazine, Danú takes its audiences on a musical journey to their native Ireland, offering a moving and memorable concert experience.

AMOSS CENTER

Friday, March 3 | 7:30 AM

The Harford Community College Foundation is honored to host the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Award Breakfast. The ATHENA Leadership Award and the ATHENA Young Professional Leadership Award are presented to individuals who have demonstrated exemplary leadership in their career and assisted the advancement of women in their professional communities. Event proceeds support the ATHENA Leadership Scholarship at Harford Community College.

RICHLIN BALLROOM 1700 Van Bibber Road, Edgewood, MD

General Seating: Adult $50, tickets must be purchased in advance

Reserved Seating: Premier $30, Orchestra $25, Terrace $20

EXHIBIT: A SENSE OF PLACE

Artist: Lauren Scavo-Fulk

March 9–April 10

Opening Reception w/ Artist Talk:

Thursday, March 9 | 3:30-5 PM

An exhibition of small-scale, charcoal landscape drawings dealing with phenomenology, a branch of philosophy concerned with the description and understanding of experiences as they are filtered through the senses.

CHESAPEAKE GALLERY, STUDENT CENTER

SCOTT BRADLEE’S POSTMODERN

JUKEBOX:

LIFE IN THE PAST LANE TOUR

Wednesday, March 22 | 7:30 PM

Times change and trends come and go, but—like a 1961 Jaguar XK-E—the classic sounds of the past only appreciate with age. Postmodern Jukebox’s Life In The Past Lane Tour is a celebration of the greatest 20th century musical genres fused with the recognizable hits of our own modern era for the perfect patina of “vintage” and “modern.” As always, we’ll be bringing the PMJ Universe to life with a cast full of today’s most exciting vocalists, instrumentalists, and tap dancers to bring you a top-shelf entertainment experience.

APGFCU ARENA

Reserved seating starting at $30

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Presented by Harford Mutual Insurance Group

APRIL

EXHIBIT: ANNUAL JURIED STUDENT ART + DESIGN EXHIBITION

April 28–May 26

Don’t miss this highly anticipated annual exhibition of current student artwork juried by an art professional from outside the College campus.

CHESAPEAKE GALLERY, STUDENT CENTER

Artwork: Lindsey Hall, Flow, 2022

NEXT TO NORMAL HCC ACTORS GUILD

Book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt. Presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International

April 28, 29, May 5, 6 | 8 PM

April 30, May 7 | 3 PM

Next to Normal explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Dad’s an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling manic depression for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family’s story with love, sympathy and heart.

BLACKBOX THEATER

General Seating: Adults $15, Seniors/Youth/HCC Faculty/ Staff/Student $10

CIRQUE KALABANTE: AFRIQUE EN CIRQUE

Thursday, April 27 | 7 PM

Afrique en Cirque is a highly colorful creation featuring a handful of amazing acrobats, and musicians, performing their authentic choreography to the frantic rhythms of djembes and other native instruments of Guinea. To the melodious sound of the Kora, artistic director and company founder Yamoussa Bangoura takes us into an elsewhere that radiates the diversity of traditional African arts combined with the virtuosity of the North American modern circus performance.

AMOSS CENTER

Reserved Seating: Premier $29, Orchestra $24, Terrace $19

MAY

EVENING OF JAZZ: EUGENIE JONES

Friday, May 5 | 8 PM

Eugenie Jones, a Seattle-based jazz vocalist who Icon Magazine described as “an empowered storyteller who bares her soul with no-apology lyrics and a decisive singing style,” returns to the HCC Evening of Jazz series.

JOPPA RECITAL HALL

General Seating: Adult $10, Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $1, HCC Student Free with HCC ID

EVENING OF JAZZ AND HCC MUSIC STUDENTS IN RECITAL & HCC JAZZ ENSEMBLE

CINDERELLA

HARFORD DANCE THEATRE

Co-Directed by Tigga Smaller & Alex Hill

May 19 | 7 PM May 20 & 21 | 1 & 5 PM

A THEATERWORKSUSA PRODUCTION

Saturday, May 13 | 3 PM

Friday, May 19 | 8 PM

Celebrate the end of the academic year with performances by HCC music students, followed by a set by the HCC Jazz Ensemble led by Benny Russell.

JOPPA RECITAL HALL

General Seating: Adult $5, Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $1, HCC Student Free with HCC ID

Help Cinderella find her Prince Charming in this energetic dance adaptation of this fun-filled storybook adventure. Brought to you by the same company that produces Harriet’s Happiest Halloween, The Nutcracker and Kinetic Canvas. This happily-ever-after classic is sure to thrill the entire family!

CHESAPEAKE THEATER

Reserved Seating: Adult $18, Senior (Age 60+) $14, Youth (Age 17 & Younger) $14, HCC Faculty/Staff/Student $14

When the class gets lost on the way to the planetarium, Ms. Frizzle saves the day by blasting into outer space for an epic interplanetary field trip! But when rivalries both old and new threaten to tear the students apart, our young heroes must learn to pull together or risk getting forever lost in the solar system. Hop on the Magic School Bus for a ride in this new musical adaptation based on the original book series published by Scholastic. Approximate running time: 60 minutes

AMOSS CENTER

Reserved Seating: Premier $18, Orchestra $14, Terrace $12

EXHIBIT: HARFORD

100-MILE BIENNIAL

June 16–September 15

Closing Reception: TBD

New to the Chesapeake Gallery, this biennial exhibition aims to showcase the area’s top artists as a vital component of our cultural offerings to the region.

CHESAPEAKE GALLERY, STUDENT CENTER

RUMOURS—A FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE

Friday,

June 30 | 7:30 PM

Formed in 2014, Rumours (also known as Rumours ATL) has taken the U.S. by storm with their stage scorching renditions of Fleetwood Mac songs. Rumours makeup one of the best live band performances you will see at any show. The band prides themselves on being the most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute. They will make you dance, sing along at the top of your lungs, and you will learn something new about Fleetwood Mac at each performance.

APGFCU ARENA

Reserved seating starting at $20

Fluctuating Perceptions Exhibition, 2022

INTEGRATION NOW: HARFORD CIVIL RIGHTS PROJECT EXHIBIT

February 2–June 30

Reception: Meet the Narrators, May 2023 (TBD)

This exhibit explores issues of race and civil rights in Harford County from three different angles: housing, education, and public accommodations. It connects local and personal stories to state and national narratives of the civil rights movement. A physical companion to the grant-funded digital app, it also draws on the rich resource of numerous oral histories from community members. It provides space to voice difficult questions from our county’s history, to reflect on how far we’ve come, and to consider how far we still need to go.

For more information, scan the QR code or visit go.harford.edu/hhh.

To reserve your seat and/or purchase a tea ticket, call 443.412.2539 or email haysheighe@harford.edu.

HAYS-HEIGHE HOUSE SPRING SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

NEWSREELS & DISCUSSION: Then and Now

Media portrayals matter. Experience several short vintage film reels from the civil rights era and discuss how they present the movement and its issues.

TUE, FEB 7 12:30-2:30 PM

THU, MAR 2 12:30-2:30 PM

TUES, APR 4 7-9 PM

THU, MAY 4 7-9 PM

TEA AT THE HAYS-HEIGHE HOUSE

Advanced ticket purchase is required; cost $20 per person.

THU, FEB 16 12:30-1:30 PM

THU, MAR 16 12:30-1:30 PM

THU, APR 20 12:30-1:30 PM

TUE, MAY 9 12:30-1:30 PM

LECTURE: Harford Community College—Integrated from Its Founding?

While Harford County integrated its schools slowly through the 1950s, the local college was officially integrated when it opened in 1957. What was it like in practice, though?

THU, FEB 23 12:30-1:30 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION: Differing Experiences—Africans and African Americans in Harford County Maryland is home to the fourth-largest population of African immigrants in the United States. How are their experiences of race different from and similar to those of African Americans here in Harford County?

WED, MAR 8 7-9 PM

COMMUNITY DISCUSSION: Combatting Housing Shortages in Harford County

Can we combat the housing shortage and inequality in rates of homeownership while protecting the environment and the Chesapeake Bay? What about Harford County’s traditionally rural character?

TUE, APR 11 7-9 PM

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE COLLECTION

View highlights from the Harford Civil Rights Project’s oral histories and our ongoing work to package these important stories in an accessible form.

TUE, APR 25 12:30-2 PM

THU, MAY 11 7-8:30 PM

TICKETS HarfordEvents.com

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BOX OFFICE

Everyone must have a ticket to be admitted. Recommended minimum age is 3 years. Strollers and car seats are not permitted in any venue.

Theaters are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Patrons requiring special seating arrangements must contact the Ticket Office (443.412.2211) at least two weeks prior to the event.

Assistive listening system headsets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and may be requested from the theater staff.

Please be aware that convenience fees may be added to ticket sales.

Booster seats are available in the Amoss Center on a first-come, first-served basis.

No outside food or beverages are permitted.

Use of cameras, video and recording devices is event-specific and may be prohibited.

Harford Community College and Harford Technical High School campuses are tobacco-free, including parking lots.

Visit HarfordEvents.com for purchase policies.

APG Federal Credit Union Arena at Harford Community College

The APG Federal Credit Union Arena, located in the Susquehanna Center, seats up to 3,000 and showcases a wide range of sports, entertainment, and community events. Seating prices vary for each event. For more information, please visit HarfordEvents.com.

HARFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE PRESENTED SHOWS SUPPORTED BY:

Venues are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Patrons requiring special seating arrangements must contact the Ticket Office at 443.412.2211 at least two weeks prior to the event.

Amoss Center

Located on the Harford Technical High School campus, the 901-seat Amoss Center serves both Harford Community College and Harford Technical High School through a partnership with the Harford County Public Schools.

Chesapeake Theater

The 336-seat Chespeake Theater is located on the Harford Community College campus in the Chesapeake Center. Seats in Row H are accessible without stairs. All other seats require maneuvering stairs.

To Baltimore

Getting to Campus

Take Interstate 95 North or South to Exit 85, Aberdeen. Take Rt. 22 West. To proceed to HCC, continue traveling West on Rt. 22 toward Churchville for approximately 6 miles to the traffic light at the intersection of Rt. 22 and Thomas Run Road. Turn right on Thomas Run Road. The College campus is on the right. The Amoss Center is on the left.

SPECIAL EVENTS AND PERFORMANCES ARE MADE POSSIBLE BY:

A grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive. Funding for the Maryland State Arts Council is also provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency, which believes that a great nation deserves great art.

Harford County Cultural Arts Board with funds from the Maryland State Arts Council

Support received from the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development for Harford Community College—presented shows in the APGFCU Arena

Grants from other federal and state agencies

Contributions from the Harford Community College Foundation, Inc. Corporate and individual contributions

GRANTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

SARA EVANS: COPY THAT TOUR