2012-2013 IU Auditorium Season Brochure

SEASON

12-13

American Idiot

2

Chicago 4 Dennis James Hosts Halloween

6

Bill Maher

8

Straight No Chaser

10

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

12

Rock of Ages

14

Chimes of Christmas

16

Order your tickets today! Just go online to IUauditorium.com to choose from this season’s exciting shows!

The Cleveland Orchestra with Joshua Bell 18 Taylor 2

20

Traces 22 Peter Pan

24

Monty Python’s Spamalot

26

Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma

28

Dreamgirls 30 31

Frequently Asked Questions

32

Payment Options/Stay Connected

33

Free Park and Ride

34

Auditorium Seating

35

Sponsors 36 Season at a Glance

37

12-13

SEASON

Subscribe for the Best Seats

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

From the Director: Dear Friend, From rock n’ roll musicals to classical orchestral concerts to acrobatic performances, the 2012-2013 season is filled with today’s finest arts and entertainment.

For this new season, we have carefully selected shows, including Broadway, music, dance, and comedy, which resonate with the refined and eclectic tastes of the diverse audiences in our region. Debuting at the Auditorium are Rock of Ages and American Idiot, two new musicals featuring smash hits from famous bands.

Dreamgirls, the award-winning musical featuring powerful ballads, also makes its debut appearance. Timeless classics, including Peter Pan and the musical adaptation of the famous children’s story Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas, appeal to both kids and adults alike.

We also have some favorites returning to the Auditorium. For elegant evenings of classical music, we are excited to welcome back The Cleveland Orchestra with Joshua Bell and The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma. Also back by popular demand is the uproarious musical Spamalot and the Tony Award-winning musical Chicago.

To ensure you have tickets to the shows you want to see, be sure to place your order today on IUauditorium.com or by using the form found in this brochure.

You’ll want to become a Gold or Silver Subscriber, which allows you to create your own season with exactly the shows you want to see and affords you a wealth of benefits including the best seats in the house.

Thank you for your support for the arts and we look forward to seeing you at the Auditorium this season!

Doug Booher Director, IU Auditorium

the groundbreaking BROADWAY m Rocking to a rebellious beat America’s rebellious alternative rock band Green Day brings to life its revolutionary album American Idiot in an award-winning musical that challenges shallow, media-saturated culture and inspires youth to explore life outside of stifling suburbia.

Direct from Broadway, the smash-hit musical AMERICAN IDIOT tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of their hometowns. Johnny battles the tensions of loneliness and love when he moves to the big city, Will deals with a rollercoaster of emotions as a result of his girlfriend’s pregnancy, and Tunny faces the bodily horrors of a faraway war when he enlists in the army. Their quest for true meaning in a post September 11 world leads them on an exhilarating theatrical journey.

American Idiot reflects Green Day’s musical roots that exploded with the band’s smash-hit album Dookie in 1994. Over the years, Green Day continued to top the charts with their subsequent studio albums Insomniac, Nimrod, and Warning. But it was their landmark 2004 album American Idiot that launched Green Day’s immense popularity. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard chart, spawned five hit singles, earned seven Grammy nominations (winning two), produced two hit singles, and won the band an American Music Award for Favorite Alternative Rock Music Artist.

In June of 2008, fueled by a passion for the narrative embedded in the album, Tony Award-winning director Michael Mayer and Green Day began a collaboration to bring American Idiot to the stage. Since its premiere at the

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

Berkeley Repertory Theater in San Francisco and subsequent Broadway production at the St. James Theatre in New York City, the musical has won two Tony Awards and a Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.

The musical features the hits “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” “Wake Me Up When September Ends,” “Holiday,” and the title track from the 2004 American Idiot album. The score also includes several songs from Green Day’s Grammy Award-winning 2009 release 21st Century Breakdown, including “21 Guns” and an unreleased love song, “When It’s Time.” Finally, the beloved hit single, “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)” befittingly ends the musical. Brilliantly pieced together, the songs unfold the fluid narrative that challenges obstacles facing the 21st century youth and offers hope that there is no one right way to be an American.

The New York Times wrote, “Invigorating, moving and thrilling! Performed with galvanizing intensity by a terrific cast, the emotional charge is as memorable as the music. A true rock opera.”

Tuesday & Wednesday September 4 & 5, 8 p.m.

Mature Content General Public IUB Students

$62 (Center) | $52 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

musical

Photos by Jeremy Daniel

American Idiot

“The first great musical of the 21st century!”

– The Toronto Star

Show Sponsor:

2

The

PHOTO BY PAUL KOLNIK

#

1

LONGES

AMERIC

in Broad

The killer Broadway musical Prepare to be “razzle-dazzled” in October as the Tony Award-winning musical CHICAGO returns to the Auditorium stage. Set in Prohibition-era Chicago, this tale of murderous greed and showbiz satirizes corruption in the justice system and the celebrity status given to notorious criminals.

Vaudeville starlet Velma Kelly and spotlight-thirsty Roxanne “Roxie” Hart find themselves in Cook County Jail after they kill their respective lovers. Their burlesque performances, however, do not end under lock and key; in fact, they have only begun as the two tenacious murderesses go head to head to win over Billy Flynn, a lawyer with a perfect track record who makes celebrities of his clients to sway public opinion and win sympathy. The vivacious characters are in for the trials of their lives as they struggle to gain fame and escape death row.

The original Broadway version of Chicago was based on Maurine Dallas Watkins’ 1926 play about criminals, and it debuted as a musical in 1975, running for nearly 1,000 performances. Under the direction of John Kander, Fred Ebb, Bob Fosse, and Walter Bobbie, Chicago was revived in 1996 at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in New York City for a sizzling and sensuous production that has become Broadway’s longest-running musical revival.

In 2002, the musical was made into an Academy Award-winning film starring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Renee Zellweger, Queen Latifha, and Richard Gere.

The hit movie captured the themes of celebrity, scandal, corruption, and revenge that appear relentlessly throughout the musical.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

From Mexico City to Moscow, Chicago’s electrifying choreography and sensational musical score, including songs such as “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” and “We Both Reached for the Gun,” have amazed audiences worldwide. The six Tony Awards—including Best Revival of a Musical—two Olivier Awards, and one Drama Desk Award emphasize the immense success of this hypnotic and illustrious musical.

The New York Times wrote, “This production isn’t smoke and mirrors. It’s flesh and blood shaped by discipline and artistry into a parade of vital, pulsing talent. If there’s any justice in the world (and Chicago insists that there isn’t), audiences will be exulting in that parade for many, many performances to come.”

Prepare for a night of shocking and opulent entertainment as the characters win your heart—against your better judgment—through an unforgettable performance.

Tuesday & Wednesday October 16 & 17, 8 p.m.

General Public IUB Students

$62 (Center) | $52 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

ST-RUNNING

CAN MUSICAL PHOTO BY NAOMI KALTMAN

dway History!

“Some of the sexiest, most sophisticated dancing seen on Broadway in years.”

– The New York Times

Show Sponsors:

4

“Faust is every bit as impressive as Murnau’s best films, with its themes of love and death, good and evil.”­ – Cynthis Mortensen-Colmbetti, Stanford Theatre Foundation

Good versus evil has never sounded this good!

The sensationally creepy—and oftentimes comedic—silent film Faust unfolds on the big screen as internationally recognized musicians, DENNIS JAMES and Mark Goldstein, jointly known as the FILMHARMONICA DUO, accompany the production with flawless mastery of their unique instruments.

The duo has played for sold-out crowds and received numerous standing ovations across the globe for their unparalleled musical accompaniment to F.W. Murnau’s Faust. James, an Indiana University alumnus, will play the organ and the theremin, an eerie-sounding electronica instrument. Goldstein further enhances the production with Buchla Lightning Wands, an electronic musical device that emphasizes the devilish counterpoint in the film.

Faust is a captivating silent movie that exerts the enticing themes of love and death, good versus evil. When conniving demon Mephisto (Emil Jannings) makes a bet with an Archangel, the devout alchemist Faust (Gösta Ekman) becomes the Devil’s ill-fated victim. Mephisto tempts Faust with promises of youth, love, and power. The price? Faust’s eternal soul. Interspersed with a mass plague, death processions, and even a burning at the stake, this is a spooky film perfect for celebrating Halloween.

James is an internationally in-demand musician who began accompanying silent films when he was a student in Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. In 1969, he provided comic relief for a tense IU campus as a result of the Vietnam War by playing the organ for The Phantom of the Opera.

Goldstein, hailing from San Francisco, has played percussion and electronic

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

instruments for many ensembles in addition to specializing in audio technology at Stanford University and UC Berkeley.

From Singapore to Vienna to Salzburg, the compelling organ and the eerie electronic music have fascinated audiences around the world. A critic raved, “I wasn’t sure how I was going to like the electronics, but the score was a mélange of Gounod’s melodies, Bach’s Passacaglia in C minor, and wonderfully eerie SciFi effects. I loved it!”

After the silent film The Artist won five Academy Awards—including Best Picture—this past year, Faust is another critically acclaimed production in the genre of silent film that you won’t want to miss!

Dennis James exclaimed, “I can’t emphasize enough how perfect this is for the Halloween show…and IU Auditorium is best suited for the scale of the endeavor!”

Friday October 26, 7:30 p.m.

Family Friendly General Public $21 (Center) | $21 (Side & Rear) | $16 (Balcony) IUB Students/Child $16 (Center) | $16 (Side & Rear) | $8 (Balcony)

Dennis James Hosts Halloween

Show Sponsors:

6

Unprecedented standup comedy Spend an engaging evening with BILL MAHER, one of America’s most provocative comedians and the award-winning satirical host of HBO’s Real Time with Bill Maher.

As an American stand-up comedian, television host, political commentator, author, and actor, Maher constantly challenges organized institutions and their individuals. His witty rhetoric is aimed at a wide range of topics such as religion, politics, bureaucracies, political correctness, mass media, and the American voter.

For the last 18 years, Maher has pushed the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television through late-night talk shows.

Maher started hosting Comedy Central’s—and later ABC’s—Politically Incorrect in 1993, which won him numerous awards, including an Emmy Award. He currently hosts the show Real Time with Bill Maher that has featured regular visitors such as John Edwards, Ben Affleck, Robin Williams, Arianna Huffington, and Alec Baldwin. Throughout his comically controversial career, he has earned an outstanding 23 Emmy Award nominations.

Maher graduated from Cornell University and began his career as a stand-up comedian and actor, which landed him appearances on the Johnny Carson and David Letterman shows in the early 1980s. He also acted in several films, including his debut performance in D.C. Cab and his role in the hilarious Cannibal Women in the Avocado Jungle of Death. The quizzical comedian has written five bestsellers as well, including When You Ride Alone, You Ride With Bin Laden and New Rules: Polite Musings from a Timid Observer.

When a person who has been ranked on Comedy Central’s 100 Greatest Standups of All Time, and has on his panel politicians and celebrities from all across the political spectrum, you know you’re in for an entertaining and thought-provoking evening.

The Rolling Stones praises, “Watching Maher on Real Time taking apart conventional wisdom is a thrilling affair. Plus, he’s very funny.” And he’s even more impressive in person!

Maher satirizes governments and societies worldwide, and his comments always prove bluntly humorous. Maher scrutinizes, “The problem is that the people with the most ridiculous ideas are always the people who are most certain of them.”

Sunday October 28, 8 p.m.

In 2008, Maher explored and commentated on the reasoning and beliefs behind organized religion in director Larry Charles’ (Borat) uproarious and unprecedented documentary Religulous, which has become the seventh highest grossing documentary ever.

General Public IUB Students

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

Mature Content $59 (Center) | $54 (Side & Rear) | $44 (Balcony) $49 (Center) | $39 (Side & Rear) | $23 (Balcony)

Photo courtesy of Alberto Tolot and Home Box Office

“Part of the fun of watching Real Time is disagreeing with the man!”

– Entertain Your Brain

Show Sponsor:

8

Fresh and innovative talent Sixteen years ago, a handful of talented IU students came together to form the a cappella sensation STRAIGHT NO CHASER. From songs by the King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley to the King of Pop Michael Jackson, the talented group performs fresh, unadulterated versions of both popular and lesser-known songs.

Since its formation in 1996, Straight No Chaser has produced five albums, including two highly successful holiday albums: Holiday Spirits and Christmas Cheers. In 2008, along with millions of other YouTube viewers, Atlantic Records Chairman and CEO Craig Kallman took notice of the talented a capella group, and Straight No Chaser subsequently signed a five-album record deal with Atlantic. With A Twist marked Straight No Chaser’s first full-length departure from holiday music, and garnered the group’s highest debut on the Billboard 200 to date, at #29.

Choosing the members carefully for personality as well as vocal talent, Straight No Chaser sets itself apart from other a cappella groups with its contemporary repertoire and dynamic approach, quickly headlining concerts both in Bloomington and on the road. In the past year, Straight No Chaser performed in Atlantic City, as well as at the New York Opera House and many renowned venues across the U.S. They also performed a ten-concert tour in the United Kingdom.

The harmonious voices belong to Randy Stine, Charlie Mechling, Jerome Collins, David Roberts, and Walter Chase from the original lineup and Michael Luginbill, Don Nottingham, Ryan Ahlwardt, Seggie Isho, and Tyler Trepp, who joined post-graduation.

“To think that the ten of us could go our separate ways after college, start professional lives, and then commit to putting Straight No Chaser back together after all these years is nothing short of a minor miracle,” said original member Charlie Mechling.

The a cappella concerts, which reverberate pure entertainment, prompted The Trades to write, “Straight No Chaser endeared themselves to fans with ‘we-don’t-take-ourselves-as-seriously-as-we-do-our-music’ antics, good humor, and heartfelt moments of self-admission.”

Join us in welcoming home some of IU’s best performers for an engaging evening of lyrical entertainment.

Thursday November 1, 8 p.m.

General Public IUB Students

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

$49 (Center) | $39 (Side & Rear) | $29 (Balcony) $45 (Center) | $33 (Side & Rear) | $16 (Balcony)

“Brilliant, fresh, and totally compelling.”

– Craig Kallman, Atlantic Records

Show Sponsors:

10

Grinch Company. Photo by: PAPARAZZIBYAPPOINTMENT.COM

Cheer to all the Whos far and near!

After books, songs, and movies, one of the most beloved villain-turned-hero stories comes to life in what The New York Times called “An extraordinary performance! 100 times better than any bedside story!”

The musical, with book and lyrics by Timothy Mason, original score by Mel Marvin, and choreography by John DeLuca, debuted on Broadway in 2006, and was Broadway’s first musical to offer 12 performances a week.

In DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! THE MUSICAL, the Grinch—with a heart “two sizes too small”—seethes and plots in his lair while the ever cheery Whos scurry around Whoville buying boxes and bags, ribbons and bows, and toys and tools for their most celebrated day of the year: Christmas! But when the hairy green Grinch determines to steal Whoville’s packages and presents, will Christmas be ruined for the Whos?

The Grinch will again capture the hearts of fans with the green grouch’s devilishly clever tricks, zany jealousy, and unsuspecting transformation.

Children love seeing their favorite sly monster and exaggeratedly upbeat villagers perform live in dazzling costumes while adults enjoy reliving a classic and comedic childhood story in a colorful new way.

The Grinch’s faithful furry friend, Max, narrates the tale as the Whos’ upbeat and spirit-filled songs “Who Likes Christmas?” and “Welcome, Christmas” drive the Grinch to bitterly sing “I Hate Christmas Eve.” And of course, the musical also features the wily number “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.”

Based on Dr. Seuss’ popular children’s book How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, the tale has materialized through two films: the animated How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966) and the Academy Award-winning feature film How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000), starring Jim Carrey as the Grinch and Taylor Momsen as Cindy Lou Who.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

The Associated Press wrote, “The most loveable Christmas villain of them all! The Grinch brings the Dr. Seuss classic fancifully to life—you might find your heart growing a few sizes, too.”

Thursday & Friday November 15 & 16, 7 p.m.

Family Friendly General Public $62 (Center) | $52 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) IUB Students/Child $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

“A tasty morsel of a show!”

– NY Daily News

Show Sponsor:

12

Don’t stop believin’ ROCK OF AGES, nominated for five Tony Awards, is director Kristin Hanggi’s Broadway debut musical that features reprised songs from famous 1980s glam metal bands to frame the musical’s rock n’ roll culture—and all of the troubles that come with it…

Rock of Ages takes you back to the times when big bands with big egos play big guitar solos and sport even bigger hair. The musical score, under the supervision of Ethan Popp and David Gibbs, compiles 30 of the era’s best songs, including Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing,” Twisted Sister’s “We’re Not Gonna Take It,” and Europe’s “The Final Countdown.”

Set in LA’s infamous Sunset Strip in 1987, Rock of Ages tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and small-town girl, Sherrie, both in Los Angeles to chase their dreams of one day rocking the stage like their idol, and music legend, Stacee Jaxx. Their dreams of performing in the big leagues are challenged by Hertz and Franz, who want to demolish the scandalous culture of the alcohol-drinking and drug-using rockers. Drew and Sherrie fight against the enemy’s proposition, but they eventually begin to question whether fame and fortune actually lead to happiness.

The musical, written by Chris D’Arienzo, debuted in Los Angeles in the summer of 2005 and opened in the Brooks Atkinson Theatre in New York City in April 2009. A 2012 movie adaptation stars Julianne Hough, Tom Cruise, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Alec Baldwin rocking theaters across the country, power chords and all.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

“Everyone had this music in the background somewhere, at their high school dance or as a soundtrack to their first kiss, and you kind of forget that until you hear it, and then you go, ‘Oh my goodness, I remember that moment of my life,’” Hanggi says. “You don’t even realize how much you know these songs.”

The production is a like a music video brought to life, complete with electrifying dancers and blazing guitar licks. The energetic young cast knows how to make audience members feel part of the musical, and whether or not you admit to loving 80s hair-metal, there is a very good chance you’ll catch yourself singing along!

The Los Angeles Times described the musical as “a snarkily hip yet heartfelt take on our onetime hair-metal scene.” Cheer on the vibrant characters as they face challenges and chase dreams, and lift us all up as we aspire to “hold on to that feeling.”

Saturday December 1, 3 p.m. & 8 p.m.

Mature Content General Public IUB Students

$60 (Center) | $49 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

“A seriously silly, absurdly enjoyable arena-rock musical.”

– The New York Times

Rock of Ages 14

Bloomington’s favorite holiday party Lights shimmer and gleam a festive glow in the Grand Foyer. Warm gingerbread cookies wait at concession stands for the chance to treat some taste buds. The orchestra pit showcases wreaths, garland, bows, and suit-clad musicians. These special holiday features can only mean one thing: it’s that time of year for CHIMES OF CHRISTMAS to set the holiday stage.

Every year the talented young men and women from IU’s Jacobs School of Music usher in the winter season with nostalgic and playful holiday tunes.

From catchy pop songs to beloved classical pieces, the performance showcases immense musical talent. Audience members can enjoy energetic songs such as “Jingle Bells,” beautiful classics including “Borogoditse Devo (Ave María),” and international rhythms like “Betelehemu” (a Nigerian Christmas song) that celebrate holiday traditions from around the world.

Chimes of Christmas has provided a beloved holiday tradition in Bloomington since the 1950s. Each year, the IU Wind Ensemble accompanies the Grammy Award-nominated Singing Hoosiers and the evening of music begins before audiences even find their seats with the Trombone Choir welcoming patrons into the festively decorated Grand Foyer.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

The engaging dance numbers, world-renowned vocals, and harmonious instruments bring smiles and cheer to patrons of all ages year after year.

Both children and adults enjoy the enthusiastically performed holiday carols and appreciate the “surprise” appearance of a jovial Santa.

The Herald-Times wrote, “The audience expected and received genial entertainment, a now-and-then showy jolt, and much sentimental warmth…” So grab your mittens and scarves and join us for the holiday party of the season.

Wednesday December 5, 7:30 p.m.

Family Friendly General Public $20 (Center) | $20 (Side & Rear) | $14 (Balcony) IUB Students/Child $15 (Center) | $15 (Side & Rear) | $11 (Balcony)

“Chimes brought the massive audience in the Auditorium 25 pieces covering more than an hour-and-a-half of uninterrupted music. And since high quality matched quantity, a tradition was upheld.”

– The Herald-Times

Show Sponsors:

16

Harmonious sounds of brilliance The vibrato of the violins, the crescendo of the cellos, the arpeggio of the harps, and the subtly distinguished volumes and tempos of the other finely tuned instruments unify as one harmonious sound at a classical concert performed by the world-class musicians of THE CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA with special guest JOSHUA BELL. This season’s performance will feature a riveting solo from prodigious violinist Joshua Bell, “classical music superstar” and recipient of the 2011 Paul Newman Award for Services to the Arts and Children. The Bloomington native is no stranger to IU Auditorium, as he has performed on its stage in recent years and also received his degree from the IU Jacobs School of Music.

Under the leadership of music director Franz Welser-Möst, The Cleveland Orchestra has become one of the highest-ranked orchestras in the world since its formation in 1918. In addition to playing at Cleveland’s Severance Hall in the winters and at Blossom Festival during the summers, the ensemble has performed in many countries, including Japan and Korea, and has established several residencies in the United States as well as in Europe.

The ensemble recently established residency with Indiana University, where the renowned musicians perform and interact with students at IU’s Jacobs School of Music, and during its stay in Bloomington, the professional musicians will conduct several programs that focus on the ambitious students.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

In addition to its stellar musical programs with college students, the orchestra’s educational programs, a cornerstone of the orchestra’s original mission, have introduced more than four million Cleveland-area school children to symphonic music since 1921. During the ensemble’s previous visit to Bloomington, first chair violinist, Jeanne Pruecil Rose, visited young musicians from Fairview Elementary School and taught them not only how to play, but also offered them first-hand knowledge about what life is like as a member of a such a distinguished orchestra.

“I wanted to thank you for scheduling one of the most magnificent performances that I have seen at the Auditorium,” wrote one audience member after the orchestra’s last appearance at the Auditorium. “To have one of the world’s best symphonies here in Bloomington is truly a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the ultimate in music. The audience of more than 2000 people was truly captivated by the unbelievable sounds from some of the world’s finest musicians.”

Bloomington has a vast understanding of and appreciation for music, and IU Auditorium is honored to host The Cleveland Orchestra, one of the world’s most sought-after ensembles, for another breathtaking performance.

Wednesday January 23, 8 p.m.

General Public $60 (Center) | $49 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) IUB Students/Child $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

“...when extroversion, grandeur and sheer orchestral heft give way to introspective delicacy.”

– The New York Times

Joshua Bell, guest soloist

W IU Show Sponsors:

103.7 fm

18

Taylor 2 Aesthetic beauty at its finest Breathtaking movement and exquisite precision make for a visually pleasing dance concert. However, the personal stories and risky themes that underlie the beautiful aesthetics of first-class dancers make for an exceptional performance that won’t soon be forgotten.

Paul Taylor’s inspiring dance troupe of six members, TAYLOR 2, carries on the excellent modern dance technique that Taylor has been creating and refining for the past six decades.

As a recipient of nearly every important honor given to artists in the United States, Paul Taylor is one of the most sought-after choreographers in the world. His innovative, cutting-edge works have been licensed for performance by companies from more than 75 countries. Since his first work in 1954, Taylor has been pioneering modern dance by incorporating awe-inspiring topics into his recitals. Recurring themes in his performances include the natural world and man’s place within it; love and sexuality in every gender combination; life, death, and what may follow; and iconic moments in the history of the nation.

Formed in 1993, Taylor 2 supplements the Paul Taylor Dance Company, Taylor’s original group of 16 talented members, so that Taylor could share uninhibitedly his unrivaled performances with the world. With only six members, Taylor 2 is able to perform more intimately at theaters and non-traditional venues as well as teach master classes and give lecture

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

demonstrations. Taylor 2 has completed tours in Africa, India, and the United States and established residencies in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and California.

Taylor is hailed for his risk-taking in contemporary dance and uncommon musicality, setting dance numbers to a wide range of music, from ragtime to reggae and rock, tango to Tin Pan Alley. He has also set award-winning pieces to baroque masters such as Bach, and even utilized hysterical laughter to offset a routine.

The prolific choreographer’s raw and evocative movements and themes unyieldingly produce its own sense of irresistible and romantic lure.

Its innovation prompted The New York Times to write, “Taylor 2 is a kind of a miracle... All of the dancers are considerable talents [who] unite fearlessness with skill.”

Friday February 1, 8 p.m.

General Public IUB Students

$35 (Center) | $25 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony) $30 (Center) | $18 (Side & Rear) | $10 (Balcony)

“An impressive event, presented by a group of highly individualistic dancers.”

– The New York Times

Show Sponsor:

20

Cirque meets STOMP in an urban stage spectacle No safety net. No strings attached. No inhibitions. Just seven human beings defying the limits of human capability through an award-winning, high energy, urban acrobatics routine that has audiences sitting at the edge of their seats!

Traces combines the energy and makeshift innovativeness of STOMP with the fluidity and death-defying movements of Cirque du Soleil, but adds a touch of intimacy and individuality to create the in-demand show that Time magazine placed on its “The Top 10 Everything of 2011” list.

Fusing the traditions of circus with the dynamism of street performance, TRACES is an explosive display of raw emotion and physicality in an intimate urban setting.

With jaw-dropping leaps, tumbles, balancing acts, and stunts with bars, the youthful acrobats narrate a story of strength, hope, and friendship. The groundbreaking performance prompted Time to write, “At Cirque you sit in awe. Here you’re on the edge of your seat.”

The production opens in a warehouse where a group of survivors communicates the story of rebuilding through expressive acrobatics, music, and dance. The show is “really trying to connect with the audience members as if we’re just like them,” said Bradley Henderson, one of the performers.

“We’re not superheroes.” Each member showcases astounding athletic ability but augments the pieces with personal touches and pure vulnerability, allowing the seemingly superhuman performers to actually appear human.

Friday & Saturday February 15 & 16, 7:30 p.m.

Family Friendly General Public $48 (Center) | $38 (Side & Rear) | $28 (Balcony) IUB Students/Child $38 (Center) | $23 (Side & Rear) | $16 (Balcony)

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

Photos: Michael Meseke 2010

“Pulse-pounding, electric, and immensely entertaining, Traces imbues jaw-dropping Cirque du Soleil-style acrobatics with a current, youthful edge.”

– Entertainment Weekly

Show Sponsors:

22

Escape to Neverland!

Flying in from the faraway world of Neverland is the beloved boy who refuses to grow up. The classic children’s story PETER PAN will be brought to life on the Auditorium stage in February as Peter and his friends face the challenges of growing up and, of course, defeating the infamous Captain Hook.

The musical opens to the Darling household set in London, where Wendy, John, and Michael play make-believe for their caring but strict parents. One night, Nana, the best nurse with four paws, spots a strange boy in the window. He reveals himself as Peter Pan, and with the help of his magical companion, Tinkerbell, he teaches the children how to fly. They embark on the journey of their lives to Neverland, where they meet the musical’s unforgettable characters: the mischievous Lost Boys, Tigerlily and her clan of clever Indians, and Captain Hook and his band of misfit pirates. But will the children stay in Neverland, living adventurous lives without rules, or will they decide to return to London and face adulthood in their parents’ home?

Based on James M. Barrie’s children’s stories The Little White Bird, Peter Pan in Kensington Garden, and Peter and Wendy, the first version of Peter Pan was performed as “Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up” in 1904. For over a hundred years, many famous actresses, including Mary Martin and Maude Adams, have starred as the leading role in various productions of the classic story.

In 1989, Cathy Rigby began her tour with the two-time Emmy Award-winning and two-time Tony Award-nominated Peter Pan, and her name has been synonymous with it ever since. Now, she is back in action for a revival of the widely popular musical.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

The Washington Post wrote, “Peter Pan sparkles with fairy dust! Rigby has mastered the singing, dancing and aerial shenanigans, but has also gotten to the core of the boy who wouldn’t grow up.”

Peter Pan remains a timeless classic that resonates with people of all ages.

Young children enjoy its spectacle and fantasy, especially the thrill of flying.

Older children identify with the characters and the splendid adventures Peter has with Captain Hook. And adults enjoy Peter Pan as it rekindles the magic of the first time they saw the play when they were children.

In addition to the cherished characters, Peter Pan’s timeless songs, including “I’m Flying” and “I Won’t Grow Up,” allow audience members to live and relive childhood fantasies as the IU Auditorium stage transforms into the magical world of Neverland.

Tuesday & Wednesday February 26 & 27, 7:30 p.m.

Family Friendly General Public $62 (Center) | $52 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) IUB Students/Child $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

“Peter Pan sparkles with fairy dust!

Rigby has mastered the singing, dancing and aerial shenanigans, but has also gotten to the core of the boy who wouldn’t grow up.”

Peter Pan – The Washington Post

Show Sponsors:

YOUR INDIANA COMMUNICATIONS COMPANY

24

The jamming and spamming return...

Back by popular demand, the quest for the Holy Grail returns to the IU Auditorium stage in MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT, the hit Broadway musical that lovingly spoofs the 1975 film Monty Python and the Holy Grail—and also lampoons celebrated historical figures, world famous events, and overly serious Broadway musicals!

This King Arthur tale includes the Knights of the Round Table and plenty of men in tights, but with some notable additions to the classic cult film. First, it doesn’t come in a metal canister—it’s live and full of astonishing comedic drive and energy! Second, it’s packed with up-to-the minute pop culture references, Los Angeles Lakers cheerleaders, and a Killer Rabbit.

The musical’s book and lyrics were written by Eric Idle, a member of the original Monty Python team, who co-wrote the music with John Du Prez.

One of the musical‘s most memorable songs parodies that token romantic love song found in almost every classic Broadway production: “Once in every show—There comes a song like this—It starts off soft and low—And ends up with a kiss.”

In one iconic scene, the clip-clop of horse hooves is heard just before King Arthur and his servant, Patsy, come into view. They come in prancing, without a horse in sight, Patsy following behind Arthur and banging together two coconut shells. Later, the Lady of the Lake brings in a flock of rapping

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

Laker Girls cheerleaders to help the king entice Dennis Galahad to the round table. “Who da King?” asks the King.

At one point, the knights are given a new challenge: getting a show on Broadway. “Broadway is a very special place, filled with very special people, people who can sing and dance often at the same time,” intones the cowardly Robin in all earnestness. “They are a different people, a multitalented people, a people who need people who are in many ways the luckiest people in the world.”

Spamalot’s broad appeal was first evidenced by its three 2005 Tony Awards including Best Musical and run of over 1,500 performances. It has been one of the most requested replays at IU Auditorium and is even funnier the second time! The Sunday Times hailed that Monty Python’s Spamalot “raises silliness to an art form!”

Wednesday March 6, 8 p.m.

General Public IUB Students

$62 (Center) | $52 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

THE SECOND COMING

OF BROADWAY’S #1 MUSICAL COMEDY SMASH!

THE FUNNIEST SHOW IN THE WORLD IS BACK TO TAUNT BLOOMINGTON FOR A SECOND TIME!

“Broadway’s hottest show!”

– The New York Times Show Sponsor:

26

Photo: Jennifer Taylor

Transcending cultural boundaries through music Let your imagination soar as world-renowned cellist YO-YO MA performs with THE SILK ROAD ENSEMBLE in an orchestra concert that takes audience members on a metaphorical journey down the “Silk Road” of cross-cultural music.

The Silk Road, a series of trade routes that crisscrossed Eurasia for nearly 2,000 years, inspired musical genius Yo-Yo Ma to form The Silk Road Ensemble in 2000 to promote sharing and learning across cultures, art forms, and disciplines. The ensemble is a collective of musicians and other performing artists from nearly 20 countries around the world. In sharing traditions from various cultures, the ensemble develops and performs new music and multimedia pieces, exploring and expanding contemporary musical crossroads.

The artists not only come from different countries, but they also play instruments unique to their nations, making The Silk Road Ensemble a one-of-a-kind orchestra. In addition to traditional classical instruments, the ensemble features distinctive instruments not often found in North American orchestras including the kamancheh, a Persian bowed string instrument; the duduk, an Armenian woodwind instrument; and the shakuhachi, a Japanese end-blown flute.

Director Yo-Yo Ma was born to Chinese parents in Paris, where he learned to play the cello at the age of four. His family moved to New York, and Ma went on to study music at the Julliard School and graduated from Harvard University in 1976. His discography is comprised of more than 75 albums, which includes more than 15 Grammy Award winners.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

The Silk Road Ensemble is one of the programs in Ma’s Silk Road Project, an artistic and educational nonprofit founded in 1998. The organization engages in cross-cultural exchanges and residencies, leads workshops for students, and partners with prominent cultural institutions to create educational programs and materials.

As one of The Silk Road Project’s main features, The Silk Road Ensemble has recorded five albums and performed to critical acclaim throughout Asia, Europe, and North America. The ensemble’s most recent recording, Off the Map, was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Classical Crossover Album in 2011.

“We all feel we’re better musicians as a result of the Silk Road Project,” Yo-Yo Ma explains. “We were taken to musical areas we didn’t know well, and have widened our own musical worlds. We have more tools with which to express ourselves. Most importantly, I feel more human, more connected to others.”

Join us as we connect with Yo-Yo Ma, his universally celebrated ensemble, and each other at this evening of transcendent, cross-cultural music.

Monday March 18, 8 p.m.

General Public IUB Students

$60 (Center) | $49 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

Photo: Michael O’Neill

with

the

SILK Raensemble AD YO-YO MA

“As cultures blend, as art forms with one another and with science and other disciplines, all is convergence, and the cellist Yo-Yo Ma is somehow at the center.”

– The New York Times

W IU Show Sponsor:

103.7 fm

28

Motown’s beautiful talents dream big The sensational new stage production of DREAMGIRLS showcases powerful vocals, dynamic characters, and a spectacular musical score. Full of onstage joy and backstage drama, Dreamgirls tells the story of an up-andcoming 1960s singing girl group and the triumphs and tribulations that come with fame and fortune.

The musical follows the Dreamettes, a trio composed of full-figured lead singer Effie White and best friends Deena Jones and Lorrell Robinson, on their topsy-turvy journeys to stardom. Relationships are challenged when the Dreamettes meet the influential Curtis Taylor, Jr. at an amateur talent competition in New York City. Curtis replaces temperamental Effie with slender Deena as lead singer, and then altogether ousts Effie by hiring Michelle Morris, renaming the trio The Dreams. Each character is presented with emotional challenges, and only time will tell if justice wins and the discouraged female performers regain independence and confidence.

Deena Jones, Eddie Murphy as James “Thunder” Early, and Jamie Foxx as Curtis Taylor, Jr. Effectively carrying over the musical’s themes of prejudice, greed, and chasing dreams, the film won two Academy Awards and six Black Reel Awards.

With music by Academy Award nominee Henry Krieger, and book and lyrics

by Tony and Grammy Award winner Tom Eyen, Dreamgirls features soulful, tear-provoking songs, including “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going,” “One Night Only,” and “Listen.” The musical score is an innovative mix of blues, soul, funk, and pop, creating emotional ballads that can give even the toughest-skinned people goose bumps.

As the sparkles and glam of fame are punctured by affairs, heartache, and the monopolization of the music industry, audience members will find themselves cheering for the success of the talented Dreamettes.

“When Broadway history is being made, you can feel it,” wrote The New York Times. “What you feel is a seismic emotional jolt that sends the audience, as one, right out of its wits.”

Loosely related to the history of Motown icons The Supremes, Dreamgirls debuted on Broadway in 1981 at the Imperial Theater. The original production won five Drama Desk Awards, six Tony Awards, and two Grammy Awards— including Best Musical Show Album. Since its successful first run, there have been several revivals and tours of the musical, including international productions in South Africa and Malaysia. In 2009, Dreamgirls began a new tour at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, which seemed only appropriate since the musical’s characters launch their dreams of pursuing music in that very theater!

Tuesday & Wednesday April 23 & 24, 8 p.m.

Perhaps the most famous reincarnation of Dreamgirls was the 2006 film adaptation starring Jennifer Hudson as Effie White, Beyoncé Knowles as

General Public IUB Students

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

$62 (Center) | $52 (Side & Rear) | $38 (Balcony) $41 (Center) | $31 (Side & Rear) | $20 (Balcony)

“Dreamgirls the musical has one of the most stirring, thrusting, vibrant, dynamic, rocking, emotional scores ever written for the stage.”

– Pegasus News

Show Sponsors:

30

Subscribe

Subscribe for the Best Seats

Become a Gold or Silver Subscriber! It’s easy: create your season with the shows you want to see, place your order today, and you’re guaranteed to see exactly the shows you want from some of the best seats in the house.

Gold Subscriber Benefits

Silver Subscriber Benefits

To become a Gold Subscriber, just order at least one ticket to five or more event titles and you’ll get:

To become a Silver Subscriber, just order at least one ticket to one to four event titles and you’ll get:

1. First priority seating

1. Second priority seating

Gold Subscribers get the best available seats for every show. Your seats will be selected before all other orders, including Silver Subscribers and the general public. Returning subscribers are encouraged to order by Friday, May 18, 2012 to receive the best seats. New Gold Subscriber orders will be filled in the order of date received, after returning subscriber orders. All subscription orders must be received by Friday, July 27, 2012 to receive first priority seating.

2. Guaranteed pricing

Prices in this brochure are subject to change, so placing your order before single tickets go on sale to the general public locks in your prices for all the shows you want to see.

3. First chance for new shows

Next year, returning Gold Subscribers have the first chance for tickets for the 2013-2014 season. Your orders are processed before any new subscriber orders are filled, guaranteeing the best seats possible.

4. Free and easy ticket exchange

Can’t make your scheduled performance? As a Gold Subscriber, you may exchange your tickets at the box office up to 48 hours prior to the show for a different season performance or event. The $3-per-ticket exchange fee is waived for Gold Subscribers. (If your new tickets cost more than your previous tickets, additional payment is required.

Duplicate tickets cannot be exchanged. Only events in this season brochure are eligible for exchange.)

5. Sit with Friends service

This is a Gold Subscriber exclusive. If you’d like to be seated next to other Gold Subscribers, tell us the names of up to three other Gold Subscribers and turn in your orders together. There is an additional $10 fee per order for this service (see Frequently Asked Questions, page 32).

6. Purchase tickets for family and friends

Gold Subscribers can add tickets for friends and family to their order. If you know that your friends would be interested in seeing Chicago, for example, simply add their requests to your order and extend your great subscriber benefits to them.

7. 50/50 Payment Option

Gold Subscribers are entitled to take advantage of the convenient 50/50 Payment Option in order to secure your great seats. Just check the Payment Option box on the order form or online, and 50% of your total subscription order will be billed to your credit card when your order is received. The remaining 50% and an additional $10 handling fee will be automatically billed to your card at the beginning of August.

8. Free ticket insurance

Lost tickets will be reissued at no charge (you save $3 for each lost ticket).

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

Silver Subscriber seats are selected before tickets go on sale to the general public in August. You’ll be guaranteed better seats for the shows you want to see. (Note: Your order will be filled at the beginning of August in the order in which it is received. Prior to August, only seats for Gold Subscribers will be selected.)

2. Guaranteed pricing

Prices in this brochure are subject to change, so placing your order before single tickets go on sale to the general public locks in your prices for all the shows you want to see.

3. No lines

Order online, by phone, mail, or in person at the box office and avoid long lines on the single ticket on-sale date in August. Just place your order, and your tickets will be sent to your home address.

Important Dates to Remember Returning subscribers orders priority date: May 18 Gold Subscription orders priority date: July 27 Silver Subscription orders priority date: August 6 Single tickets go on sale to the general public: August 31

Frequently Asked Questions I’m a student, but not an IU Bloomington student.

Can I still receive a student discount?

Can I order tickets online?

Yes, just visit IUauditorium.com for full details about our online ordering services.

We’re sorry, but only students enrolled on the Bloomington campus of Indiana University may use a student-price ticket to gain admission.

What’s the difference between a Gold and Silver Subscription?

Can I sit with my friends?

A Gold Subscription is an order with at least one ticket to five or more event titles. Benefits include first priority seating, exclusive Sit with Friends service, and free ticket exchange (see Subscriber Benefits, page 31).

Becoming a Gold Subscriber is the way to ensure you get the best available seats.

Silver Subscribers order at least one ticket to one to four event titles.

Becoming a Silver Subscriber ensures good seats, even if you only want to attend a few shows. Plus, you’ll avoid long lines and your tickets will be sent to your home address. (Note: Silver Subscriber orders will be filled at the beginning of August in the order in which they are received. Prior to August, only tickets for Gold Subscriber orders will be selected.)

For what performances are the best seats available?

As a general rule, performances earlier in the week have the best available seats (for multiple-performance events).

What if the seating area I select is sold out?

If this happens, you will be contacted by our box office staff and provided with additional options. If you are placed in a lower-priced seating level, the difference in price will be refunded.

What kinds of accessibility services are offered by the Auditorium?

Do I have to pay all at once?

When you become a Gold Subscriber by choosing five or more events, you are entitled to take advantage of the convenient 50/50 Payment Option in order to secure your great seats. Just check the Payment Option box on the order form or online, and 50% of your total subscription order will be billed to your credit card when your order is received. The remaining 50% and an additional $10 handling fee will be automatically billed to your card at the beginning of August. It’s one of great benefits of becoming a Gold Subscriber! (See page 31 for the other great subscriber benefits.)

Can I pay by Bursar billing online and over the phone?

Yes. By using Bursar billing for your order, your tickets will be mailed to the address on file beginning August 31, 2012.

Is IU payroll deduction available?

We strive to accommodate all of our guests. If you require wheelchairaccessible seating or have other special needs, please contact the box office at (812) 855-1103. Limited space in front of IU Auditorium around Showalter Fountain has been designated as accessible parking for those with handicapped permits.

In addition, amplification headsets are available upon request at all performances. Large-print and Braille programs and audio descriptions are also available for each event with 14-day advance notice. For more information, please contact Guest Services at (812) 855-5739.

How do I get the IU Bloomington student discount?

Yes. There are two ways in which you can place this type of order. You can simply order all tickets on a single order form with one method of payment.

Alternatively, if you are a Gold Subscriber (see page 31 for subscriber benefits) you may submit up to four order forms together with separate methods of payment. EACH order is charged an additional $10 service fee.

All orders to be combined must be submitted to the box office at the same time, either in person or mailed together in the same envelope. Orders are filled according to the newest subscriber’s priority number.

Each IU Bloomington student with a current, valid CampusAccess student ID may redeem a maximum of one student-priced ticket per event for personal use at the listed IUB student price. You must show your valid student ID at the performance to use a student-price ticket. If you’re not an IUB student and you purchase student-priced tickets, be sure to remind the student to bring his or her ID to the show.

Yes. The minimum order for IU payroll deduction is $100. The deadline for payroll deduction is August 24, 2012.

What is the $2.50 Facility Fee that is included in each ticket price?

IU Auditorium collects $2.50 from each ticket sale for any event held at IU Auditorium and places it into a special account. Funds in this account are used for facility capital purchases and improvements. The funds are also used to pay for repairs and maintenance. This means of financial support helps ensure IU Auditorium will continue to be a source of community pride for many years to come.

For more facility information, visit IUauditorium.com

FAQs 32

Payment Options

Stay Connected!

Bursar Billing for IU Students

There are many ways to stay connected with IU Auditorium and the fantastic events that are hosted here throughout the year:

IU students enrolled on the Bloomington campus for fall of 2012 may use this convenient option to bill their ticket purchases to their IU Bursar account. All tickets purchased using this method of payment will be mailed to the address on file beginning August 31, 2012.

50/50 Payment Option

When you become a Gold Subscriber by choosing five or more events, you are entitled to take advantage of the convenient 50/50 Payment Option in order to secure your great seats. Just check the 50/50 Payment Option box on the order form or online, and 50% of your total subscription order will be billed to your credit card when your order is received. The remaining 50% and an additional $10 handling fee will be automatically billed to your card at the beginning of August. It’s one of great benefits of becoming a Gold Subscriber! (See page 31 for the other great subscriber benefits.)

Payroll Deduction Option for IU Employees

Appointed employees of Indiana University are entitled to take advantage of the IU Payroll Deduction option. The cost of your order will be deducted in three monthly installments beginning in October. To use payroll deduction, please complete the enclosed order form and submit it to the box office, in person, by mail, or by fax no later than August 24, 2012.

Visit IUauditorium.com

IUauditorium.com is your one-stop site for news about exciting events!

You can place your order to 2012–2013 season shows and find all of the latest information on upcoming happenings at IU Auditorium, including newly added events and special offers. You can also find information on all events sold by the Auditorium Box Office, including Union Board shows, Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center, and IU Cinema productions.

Do we have your email address?

Be sure to sign up for the Auditorium’s Email Club. Get first notice about the show you love and be among the first to buy the best seats in the house! You’ll get the details before the general public!

Follow us!

Join us on Facebook and Twitter for event updates, behind-the-scenes news, and exclusive contests! Find direct links to our Facebook and Twitter pages at IUauditorium.com.

Methods of Payment Accepted

To provide maximum flexibility for our customers, IU Auditorium accepts Discover, American Express, MasterCard, and Visa for ticket purchases.

Meet and Greet!

Throughout the season we will be hosting a variety of opportunities for you to interact with other audience members (and sometimes the artists themselves!), both before and after the shows. Stay tuned through our Email Club to learn more about these happenings!

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

Wells Library

PAY

Forest

Grant Street

IMU Lot 2

X Bus Stops

HPER

Poplars Garage

X

FREE

X

Indiana Memorial Union

IMU Lot 1

Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center

PAY Ballantine Hall

Franklin Hall

Grant Street

Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center

Mauer School of Law

Jordan Hall

Musical Arts Center

Jordan Garage PAY

Jacobs School of Music

Atwater Garage FREE

X

Free Park and Ride Avoid traffic congestion and the quest to find a parking spot on show nights. We offer FREE PARK AND RIDE, courtesy of IU Campus Bus, on performance nights from the Atwater and Poplars Garages to IU Auditorium and back after the show. Bus stops are marked with an “X� on the map. Please assemble at these pick-up points, which are also marked by signage. Auditorium staff will be present to assist you. The buses run one hour prior to the curtain time and provide frequent pickups. No departures are available until after the curtain goes down at the end of the event.

Atwater Garage is at the corner of Atwater and Faculty Avenues; Poplars Garage is located on Sixth and Dunn Streets.

Self parking available at two nearby locations

While parking at IU Auditorium is limited, you may park at Jordan Avenue Garage, located just east of IU Auditorium on Jordan Avenue between Third and Seventh Streets. A small number of handicap-accessible spaces are available next to IU Auditorium. Self parking is also available in two lots at Indiana Memorial Union.

For more parking information, visit IUauditorium.com

34 ??

Auditorium Seating WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE SEATING IN ALL AREAS

BALCONY

The balcony consists of 19 rows. Row 1 of the balcony is above row 31 of the orchestra.

Patrons requiring wheelchair-accessible seating or other special accommodations are requested to call the Box Office at (812) 855-1103 for assistance.

T SIDE & REAR ORCHESTRA

This area is the first 36 rows of both sides of the Center Orchestra, and rows 36-41 of the three center sections.

The Auditorium is divided into three reserve seating areas to offer a wide choice of seating options to fit your personal budget, preferences, and needs.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

CENTER ORCHESTRA

This area is the first 35 rows of the three center sections on the main floor.

Our Sponsors We would like to thank the following sponsors whose support has helped make this season possible.

Season Sponsors

Corporate Sponsors

Curry Auto Center

BKD, LLP Bloomington Bagel Company Bloomington Cleaners

B97 Radio WBWB

Bunger & Robertson, attorneys at law The Herald-Times

Classic Touch Limousine Services e2 Taxi

IU Campus Bus

Thank you

Finch’s Brasserie German American Bank

IU Division of Residential

Hilliard Lyons

Programs and Services

Indiana Memorial Union/Biddle Hotel

IU Document Service Centers

IU Office of Parking Operations

IU Alumni Association IU Bookstore IU Credit Union IU Foundation

IU Health Southern Indiana Physicians IU Office of the President Lamar Outdoor Advertising

Nature’s Way Interior & Exterior Landscape Oliver Winery Smithville WFIU/WTIU

36

Season at a Glance

American Idiot – September 4 & 5 Jam to the rebellious music of Green Day, a band of world-famous rockers, in a new Tony Award-winning musical that challenges a media-saturated America and explores life outside of complacent suburbia.

Chicago – October 16 & 17 Two strong-willed women straight from Vaudeville take stardom to a scandalous new level in one of Broadway’s most sizzling musicals when they murder their lovers and fight for the spotlight—in jail—in order to win fame and escape death row.

Dennis James Hosts Halloween – October 26 Master organist and IU Alumnus Dennis James celebrates Halloween by accompanying one of the silent film genre’s most spooky and captivating productions: F.W. Murnau’s Faust. But, in a never-before-seen performance at IU, Mark Goldstein supplements James’ talent on the Auditorium organ and the duo utilizes unique instruments to enhance the film’s eeriness.

Bill Maher – October 28 As one of America’s most provocative comedians and the host of late-night talk show Real Time with Bill Maher, this standup routine will have you laughing throughout the entire evening as he wittily jabs at media icons and cultural institutions.

The Cleveland Orchestra with Joshua Bell – January 23 Sparks will fly as the United States’ best classical musicians unite on stage to perform perfectly harmonious renditions of world-famous masterpieces. The musicians are no strangers to Bloomington as they recently established residency with Indiana University.

Taylor 2 – February 1 Witness the ingenuity of Paul Taylor, one of the most sought-after choreographers in the world, as his modern dance troupe performs aesthetically beautiful movements, underscored by relevant themes and unique music choice.

Traces – February 15 & 16 Death-defying acrobatics fused with innovative street dance and music conveys an intimate story of friends rebuilding their lives after disaster strikes. Through an astounding connection between audience members and performers— even with the seemingly superhuman stunts—you will find yourself sitting on the edge of your seat!

Peter Pan – February 26 & 27 Let your imagination fly away to the magical world of Neverland, where Peter and friends battle vengeful Captain Hook and his gang of eccentric pirates and where childhood fantasies never “grow old.”

THE SECOND COMING

OF BROADWAY’S #1 MUSICAL COMEDY SMASH!

Straight No Chaser – November 1 Join us for some of the world’s favorite music in its most vibrant form as Indiana University’s internationally acclaimed a capella group returns to Bloomington for an exuberantly entertaining concert.

THE FUNNIEST SHOW IN THE WORLD IS BACK TO TAUNT BOSTON FOR A SECOND TIME!

Monty Python’s Spamalot – March 6 Back by popular demand is Broadway’s most uproarious musical, Monty Python’s Spamalot, which parodies King Arthur and his noble quest to find the Holy Grail. Filled with witty dialogue and comically irreverent mishaps, this is a musical that will keep you laughing well after the curtain comes down.

SPAM is a registered trademark of Hormel Foods, LLC, used with permission here.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical November 15 & 16 The sly Grinch attempts to thwart holiday festivities for the spirited Whos when Dr. Seuss’s beloved classic children’s story comes to life in a brilliantly dynamic and colorful performance. The musical is a heartfelt must-see!

Rock of Ages – December 1 Eighties hair metal meets Broadway in a spectacularly heartfelt musical where two young Midwesterners move to LA to pursue dreams of acting and singing, as they fight against greed, scandal, and society’s disapproval of the rock n’ roll culture.

Chimes of Christmas – December 5 As one of Bloomington’s most anticipated annual holiday traditions, this is a must-attend party filled with beautiful Christmas tunes performed by IU Jacobs School of Music’s talented Singing Hoosiers, Wind Ensemble, and Trombone Choir.

Tickets: IUauditorium.com

The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma – March 18 Experience a concert where music transcends cultural boundaries through superb ballads and unique instruments from around the world, performed by the brilliantly talented cellist Yo-Yo Ma and his unforgettable ensemble.

Dreamgirls – April 23 & 24 The glamorous revival of Broadway’s Tony Award-winning musical about three Motown women with unrivaled vocals trying to make it in the harsh and prejudiced 1960s music industry will move you to tears and have you humming its funk pop Motown tunes.

2012-2013: IU AUDITORIUM SEASON ORDER FORM For fastest processing, visit IUauditorium.com or call the Auditorium Box Office now at (812) 855-1103.

This student wants to order 4 tickets to the performance of CHIMES OF CHRISTMAS (2 adult tickets, 1 IUB student ticket, and 1 child ticket). She writes the date and time on her order form and fills in the circle for the seating area she wants. She then writes the number and total cost for each type of ticket she wants. If she wanted to order additional tickets in other seating areas (for her out-of-town friends, for instance), she would use a separate line on her form.

EXAMPLE

1. Your Order

2012-13 IU AUD SEASON

SEATING

DATE

Chimes of Christmas

C S B

12/05/12 7:30 p.m. 2

SEATING AREA:

C

= Center Orchestra

S

DATE

TIME

ADULT

# Tix | $ Total

SEATING

TIME

American Idiot

C S B

09/

/12

Chicago

10/

/129 8 p.m.

Dennis James Hosts Halloween

C S B C S B

10/

/12 7:30 p.m.

Bill Maher

C S B

10/

/12

8 p.m.

Straight No Chaser

C S B

11/

/12

8 p.m.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! C S B

11/

/12

7 p.m.

Rock of Ages

C S B

12/

/12

3 p.m.

Rock of Ages

C S B

12/

/12

8 p.m.

Chimes of Christmas

C S B

12/

/12 7:30 p.m.

The Cleveland Orchestra with Joshua Bell C S B

01/

/13

8 p.m.

Taylor 2

C S B

02/

/13

8 p.m.

Traces

C S B

02/

/13 7:30 p.m.

Peter Pan with Cathy Rigby

C S B

02/

/13 7:30 p.m.

Monty Python’s Spamalot

03/

/13

8 p.m.

The Silk Road Ensemble with Yo-Yo Ma

C S B C S B

03/

/13

8 p.m.

Dreamgirls

C S B

04/

/13

8 p.m.

ADULT # Tix | $ Total

# Tix | $ Total

$28.00

= Side & Rear Orchestra

2012-13 IU AUDITORIUM SEASON

IUB STUDENT

B

1

$11.00

CHILD

# Tix | $ Total

1 $11.00

LINE

TOTAL $50.00

= Balcony

IUB STUDENT # Tix | $ Total

CHILD 12/under # Tix | $ Total

LINE TOTAL

8 p.m.

If you require additional space to order all the events you’d like, please write the needed show information on a blank piece of paper and attach, or phone in your order to (812) 855-1103.

FOUR WAYS TO ORDER YOUR TICKETS

SEATING PREFERENCE

Web: For fastest processing visit IUauditorium.com In Person: The Box Office is located inside IU Auditorium at 1211 East Seventh Phone: Call (812) 855-1103, Street. If you are driving to the Box Office, Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. you will encounter a university guard (Visa/MasterCard/AMEX/Discover or bursar billing) at the west entrance to campus. Just tell the guard you are going to purchase Mail: Mail your completed order form(s) to tickets at the Box Office and he or she Indiana University Auditorium Box Office will wave you through. Box Office hours: ATTN: 2012-2013 Ticket Order Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (Cash, 1211 East Seventh Street Visa/Mastercard/AMEX/Discover, bursar billing, check, or IU payroll deduction.)

Bloomington, IN 47405-5501

Please make special needs request here.

Subtotal Handling Fee

$1000

Sit With Friends Fee ($10; subscribers only, see Step 3)

50/50 Payment Option ($10; subscribers only, see Step 4)

Order Total Check one: I have ordered 5 or more event titles.

I will receive Gold Subscriber benefits for the 2012-2013 Season, including first priority seating.

I have ordered 4 or fewer event titles.

I will receive Silver Subscriber benefits for the 2012-2013 Season,including second priority seating.

I understand my tickets will not be selected or delivered until mid-August.

BOX OFFICE USE ONLY Received Date:

Time:

Account #:

window

mail

phone

IU Status (check all that apply) Student Class as of Fall 2012: Fr

Soph

IU Alum

2. Your Information

Grad Retired Faculty/Staff

If you’d like to be seated with friends for Auditorium events, but don’t wish to combine your orders, you may select our Sit With Friends option. You may have up to four orders seated together. There is a $10 service fee for each order.

All orders must be delivered to the Box Office together, in person, or in one envelope. Please note: Combined orders will be filled according to the newest subscriber priority number. Call (812) 855-1103 with any questions you may have.

Home Address:

City:

(

Evening Phone:

Sr

3. Sit With Friends (Gold Subscribers only)

(check here for change of address)

Name:

Day Phone:

Jr

Current Faculty/Staff

State:

Zip:

Please seat me with the following subscribers (maximum of 3):

) (

1.

2.

)

3.

Email: Providing your email address allows us to notify you immediately when events are added or special discount offers become available. IU Auditorium keeps email information confidential and does not share it with any other party for any reason.

4. Payment Methods Select ONE method of payment. We are unable to split your payment between multiple methods.

50/50 Payment Option

IU Payroll Deduction (minimum order $100)

I authorize IU Auditorium to bill 50% of my total subscription order to my credit card at the time the order is received, and the remaining 50% at the beginning of August 2012.

Please charge my tickets to IU Payroll Deduction. I am a Bloomington campus faculty or appointed staff member, and hereby authorize that the deductions be made from my salary until the total cost is deducted. If employment is terminated, I agree to remit the remaining balance immediately to the box office by check or credit card. NOTE: The cost of your order will be deducted in three monthly installments beginning in October. Deadline for payroll deduction is August 24, 2012.

(For Gold Subscribers only. A $10 processing fee will be added to your order.)

IU Bursar Billing

Name:

Please charge my tickets to my IU Bursar account. I will be enrolled as a student on the Bloomington campus for the fall of 2012.

Employee ID #:

University ID #:

IU employees can find their 10-digit university ID number by visiting onestart.iu.edu.

IUB students can find their 10-digit university ID number by visiting onestart.iu.edu and viewing their current information.

Employee Department:

IU username: Your IU username consists of the letters that precede the @indiana.edu portion of your IU email address.

Signature:

IUauditorium.com For all of the latest information on upcoming shows at IU Auditorium, including newly added events and special offers, visit IUauditorium.com. You can also get information on all events sold by the Auditorium Box Office, including Union Board shows and Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center productions. Be sure to sign up for the Auditorium’s Email Club to receive advance notification if shows are added. You’ll get the details before the general public!

Visit IUauditorium.com—your one-stop site for news about exciting events!

Signature: BOX OFFICE USE ONLY

Credit Card Payment Please bill my credit card for my total order when it is received (circle one): MasterCard VISA Discover AMEX Card #: Expiration date

/

Signature

1211 East Seventh Street Bloomington, Indiana 47405-5501 IUauditorium.com

Brought to you by our Season Sponsors: