Whatley Center for the Performing Arts 2018-2019 Season Brochure

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Whatley Season Schedule 2018 Events

Sept. 7-26......................................... Exhibit: Steven Barker Drawings Sept 25............................................................. The 3 Redneck Tenors Oct. 5-24......................................Exhibit: Irene Richardson Ceramics Oct. 25-28........................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA) Nov. 7-26....................................... Exhibit: Local Quilters, Quilt Show Nov. 9............................................... Bill Blagg: The Science of Magic Dec. 1-2.............................. Theatre Northeast Children’s Show (TBA) Dec. 6......... Riders in the Sky with the Quebe Sisters (Holiday Show)

2019 Events Jan. 12...................................Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone Feb. 8-27............................. Exhibit: Ginger Sisco Cook Photography Feb. 11........................................... The Official Blues Brothers Revue Feb. 28-March 3.................................. Theatre Northeast Show (TBA) March 25-April 5..................... Exhibit: Mt. Pleasant Art Society Show March 29............................................................The Doo Wop Project April 7...........................................................Dr. Andrew Daniel, Guitar April 11-30............................Exhibit: Annual NTCC Student Art Show April 12................... Country Unplugged - Mark Chesnutt & Joe Diffie April 25-28........................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)

All dates subject to change

Love the Whatley? Join the Whatley Guild!

As a member of the Whatley Guild you have the opportunity to volunteer as an usher/greeter, provide hospitality for artists, assist with concessions, work with artists to sell merchandise, help with the box office, etc.

Guild membership is $25/person annually

Join Us At The Whatley!

Dear Friends, We have exciting announcements and programs for our 20th year of presenting entertainment to northeast Texas! We now offer online ticket purchase at www.whatleycenter.com or through our Whatley Center app.

By becoming a Friend of the Whatley at one of the levels offered on page 13 of the brochure, you will ensure reserved seats to each performance. Our Entertainment Series includes 3 Redneck Tenors, Riders in the Sky with The Quebe Sisters, The Official Blues Brothers Revue, and The Doo Wop Project. Special events will include Peter Noone and Herman’s Hermits and Country Unplugged featuring Mark Chesnutt and Joe Diffie. Our own Dr. Andrew Daniel will perform a guitar concert and we are presenting The Science of Magic for area school students.

If you give us your email, we will let you know about art exhibits, music recitals and offer reminders of all events so you won’t miss anything!

Thank you for your support of the Whatley Center! Come and enjoy the performances with us. It is not too late to make a contribution to the Whatley to name a seat in honor or memory of someone.

Download The Whatley Center app today!

Carolyn Franks Whatley Center Director 903-434-8182 cfranks@ntcc.edu

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Entertainment Series

The 3 Redneck Tenors September 25, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

The 3 Redneck Tenors are a new breed in the “tenor genre” – their musical comedy featuring classically trained veteran artists is like Duck Dynasty goes to Carnegie Hall - down home laughs with big city music! It has been said that if Larry the Cable Guy, Il Divo, and Mrs. Doubtfire had a baby, that child would be The 3 Redneck Tenors.

Included In Season Package Adults: $30 Students: $10

Sponsored by Ruby R. Neely

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Holiday Show!

Riders In The Sky With The Quebe Sisters

December 6, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

For more than thirty years Riders In The Sky have been keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, reviving and revitalizing the Western Music genre. They will be joined by the Quebe Sisters, whose championship fiddling and harmonized vocals are sure to blow you away!

Included In Season Package Adults: $30 Students: $10

Sponsored by Cypress Bank

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Entertainment Series

The Official Blues Brothers Revue February 11, 2019 • 7:30 p.m.

There have been many imitators, but there is only one duo in North America sanctioned

by Dan Aykroyd and Judith Belushi to don the official hat and sunglasses and walk in the legendary footsteps of Jake and Elwood Blues. Discovered in Las Vegas, performers Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty capture the infectious humor and unbridled spirit of the Blues Brothers like no one since John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd walked the stage.

Included In Season Package Adults: $30 Students: $10

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The Doo Wop Project March 29, 2019 • 7:30 p.m.

The Doo Wop Project is street corner singing for a whole new generation. Their show begins at the beginning, tracing the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today. The level of talent, artistry and ability to entertain is off the charts with this show.

It’s an evening of pure energy and magic.

Included In Season Package Adults: $30 Students: $10

Sponsored by Kaye & J.T. Brison

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Special Event

Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone January 12, 2019 • 7:30 p.m.

Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone is a must-see concert experience! Universally regarded as one of Rock and Roll’s finest and most versatile entertainers, Peter Noone is second to none! Star of stage, screen and record, Noone’s performances are the stuff of legend, deftly delivering a broad palette of music, all gems that, through his voice, defined a generation.

Adults: $30 Students: $10

Sponsored by Drs. Mary White & Brad Scharf

Special Event

Country Unplugged

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Mark Chesnutt & Joe Diffie April 12, 2019 • 7:30 p.m.

Veteran ‘90s chart-toppers Mark Chesnutt and Joe Diffie will play their hits, and maybe even a few covers, in an intimate, acoustic style performance. Chesnutt, fresh off his new album titled Tradition Lives, said his fans should know what to expect and it certainly won’t be any of the new pop, hip-hop country that dominates today’s airwaves. Expect to hear your favorites!

All Seats $35

Sponsored by Texas Heritage National Bank

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Special Events

Bill Blagg: The Science of Magic November 9, 2018 • School Show Shows at 9 a.m. & 1 p.m. • Call 903-434-8181 for ticket information!

Sponsored by Suzanne & Jerry Boatner

Dr. Andrew Daniel Guitar Concert April 7, 2019 2:30 p.m.

Adults: $15 Students: $5 Proceeds benefit NTCC Music Department

Download The Whatley Center App Today!

Theatre Northeast

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The 2017 cast of Once Upon a Wolf

2018-2019 Theatre Northeast Schedule • Oct. 25-27, 7:30 p.m. & Oct. 28, 2:05 p.m.

• Children’s Play: Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. & Dec. 2, 2:05 p.m.

• Feb. 28-March 2, 7:30 p.m. & March 3, 2:05 p.m.

• April 25-27, 7:30 p.m. & April 28, 2:05 p.m.

Watch for show titles at a later date!

Martin Holden Theatre Northeast Director 903-434-8184 mholden@ntcc.edu Call the box office at 903-434-8181 for Theatre Northeast tickets

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Fine Arts

“Spring Wisteria Blooming” (cropped) 44”x44” watercolor by Steven Barker

2018-2019 Art Exhibits & Receptions Friday, Sept. 7 - Wednesday, Sept. 26................. Steven Barker Drawings

Artist Reception - Wednesday, Sept. 19, 12:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer Friday, Oct. 5 - Wednesday, Oct. 24.....................Irene Richardson Ceramics

Artist Reception - Wednesday, Oct. 17, 12:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer Wednesday, Nov. 7 - Monday, Nov. 26............................................. Quilt Show

Artist Reception – Thursday, Nov. 15, 12:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer Gallery closed Nov. 21-23 (Thanksgiving) Friday, Feb. 8 - Wednesday, Feb. 27.... Photography by Ginger Sisco Cook Reception - Tuesday, Feb. 12, 12:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer Monday, March 25 – Friday, April 5.................Mt. Pleasant Art Society Show

Reception - Saturday, March 23, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer Gallery closed March 11-15 (Spring Break) Thursday, April 11 – Tuesday, April 30..................NTCC Student Art Show

Reception - Thursday, April 18, 12:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer

Art exhibits are located in the Whatley Foyer & free to the public!

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Buy Your Tickets Online!

We are pleased to announce that tickets will be available for sale online beginning Aug. 15 for the 2018-2019 Whatley Center season!

• Fast, Easy & Convenient • Choose your own seats • Accepts Discover, Mastercard & Visa • Don’t want to pay online?

Just call the box office at 903-434-8181

Buy Online at www.whatleycenter.com Download The Whatley Center App in Google Play or the Apple Store!

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More Shows...More Fun!

Friends of the Whatley 2018-2019 Memberships Executive Producer....................$1,500

Four reserved seats to ALL seven performances offered this season, reserved parking, four passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Producer....................................$1,000

Four reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus four reserved seats to Herman’s Hermits & Andrew Daniel, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Director.........................................$750

Four reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus four reserved seats to Herman’s Hermits, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Actor............................................ $500

Two reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus two reserved seats to Herman’s Hermits, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Patron...........................................$250

Two reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

New Member Subscriptions Begin Tuesday, Aug. 7 Single Ticket Sales Begin Wednesday, Aug. 15

Call 903-434-8181 to reserve/renew season tickets

General Information

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Whatley Center Seating

Whatley Box Office: 903-434-8181 PO Box 1307, Mt. Pleasant, TX 75456-1307 Website: www.whatleycenter.com • E-mail: cfranks@ntcc.edu Hours: M-Th 9-4, F 9-12 and 1½ hours before shows We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. There is a $2 handling fee for mailing tickets. All sales are final.

We have wheelchair accessible seating. We have added more temporary handicapped parking spaces in the circle for events, and remember you can drop off passengers in the circle before you park!

Babes-in-arms and children under 4 are not admitted to Entertainment Series, Special Events and Sounds of Northeast Texas.

Online Sales Begin August 15!

Whatley Center for the Performing Arts Northeast Texas Community College P.O. Box 1307 Mount Pleasant, TX 75456-1307