2017/2018 Season Brochure

Sutton Foster

2017-18 Season

Randy Newman Pictured Right:

Cheryl Burke of Dancing with the Stars in Love on the Floor

World Class Entertainment So Close to Home!

Welcome Dear Patron, Eighty years and growing stronger.

Mayo Performing Arts Center, a non-profit organization, has been at the heart of arts and entertainment in Morristown since it first opened as the single screen Community Theatre in 1937. Some people can literally say that they have been here as children, then as parents and as grandparents. It is an honor and a privilege to steward over an organization that creates memories that we share with our family and friends year after year.

2017-18 Calendar of

Our Mission

Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit performing arts organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.

Outreach programs include Children on the Green

Spring production of West Side Story

As we look toward the future, we foresee the day when we can meet the growing needs of our community by continuing to be the area’s central resource for arts education and entertainment, with an expanded education facility to serve any child or adult, regardless of economic, physical or social barriers.

Inside

E Theatre E Comedy E Voices E Country/Folk

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E Musical Adventures 13 E Talk 14 E Classical 15 E Rock, Pop & Blues 16-19

9/13 Martina McBride 9/14 Girls Night: The Musical 9/15 Randy Newman 9/16 Anderson Cooper 9/17 Shopkins Live!

9/21 iLuminate 9/27 The Simon & Garfunkel Story 9/28 Paul Anka 9/30 The Orchestra - Starring former members of ELO

KLK OCTOBER 2017

Through education and outreach, MPAC brings the arts into schools, community centers, nursing homes and hospitals – bringing joy, inspiring hope, and instilling a sense of creativity and community to students in schools lacking arts programs and to those unable to travel to the Theatre. MPAC’s Miracle Project classes for those with special needs and our relaxed performances on the main stage are perfect examples of how the arts can truly become a transformative experience in someone’s life.

Allison Larena, President & CEO

7/25 Dave Koz and Larry Graham 7/27 50 Summers of Love 8/1 Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone and The Buckinghams 8/2 Dweezil Zappa: 50 Years of Frank!

8/4 Sara Evans 8/11 Ron White 8/15 Donny and Marie 8/16 Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band 8/17 Air Supply 8/23 Stephen Stills and Judy Collins 8/24 Chris Isaak

KLK SEPTEMBER 2017

When Walter Reade, the original founder of The Community Theatre, opened his movie palace on December 23, 1937, he donated the evening’s proceeds to the local Community Chest.

As a non-profit arts organization, we proudly continue the tradition of giving back to our community, offering enriching programs that serve the public, often at no cost.

It is the goal of our entire organization to create an accessible and inclusive environment that offers something for everyone. Thank you for joining us again this season. We look forward to providing memorable performing arts experiences, this year, and in the next eighty years.

KLK JULY-AUGUST 2017

10/1 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis 10/6 An Evening with Sutton Foster 10/7 Dixie’s Tupperware Party 10/12 38 Special 10/14 Lewis Black 10/20 America 10/21 Brian Regan 10/22 Festival of South African Dance 10/25 Evil Dead the Musical 10/26 Jake Shimabukuro 10/28 Jim Breuer 10/31 ZZ Top

KLK NOVEMBER 2017 MPAC’s Performing Arts Company entertaining on the Theatre plaza.

Your support is vital to enable us to offer arts programming, education and outreach to our community year after year.

See pages 32-33 for more information about MPAC and our programs, and how to support our mission.

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E Kids/Family 28-31 E About MPAC 32 E Planning Your Visit 34 E Support 35

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11/2 Jackie Mason 11/3 Kenny G 11/4 A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder 11/5 Mutts Gone Nuts!

11/9 Blue Oyster Cult and Jefferson Starship 11/10 Fernando Varela 11/13 Deepak Chopra 11/14 Ringo Starr and His All Starr Band 11/15 The Beach Boys 11/16 Brain Candy Live!

11/18 Love on the Floor 11/19 The Laurie Berkner Band Holiday Concert 11/24 Manhattan Comedy Night 11/25 Celtic Thunder Symphony Tour 2017 11/27 The Oak Ridge Boys 11/29 Ralphie May

KLK DECEMBER 2017 12/2 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

By Chip Davis 12/8-24 New Jersey Ballet’s Nutcracker with New Jersey Symphony Orchestra 12/13 Linda Eder: Christmas Where You Are 12/29 Manhattan Comedy Night presents: Rich Vos and Friends

KLK JANUARY 2018 1/5 The Capitol Steps 1/7 Pinkalicious 1/12 Manhattan Comedy Night 1/14 All Hands on Deck 1/19 Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook 1/20 Recycled Percussion 1/21 NJ Youth Chorus 1/25 The Birdland All-Stars featuring Tommy Igoe - The Art of Jazz 1/27 Tommy James and The Shondells 1/31 The Hollywood Special Effects Show

KLK FEBRUARY 2018 2/1 Piano Battle 2/3 The Ultimate Tribute to Elvis 2/5 Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat 2/9 Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery 2/11 Mammoth Follies 2/14 Tao: Drum Heart 2/15 The Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra 2/16 Masters of Illusion 2/17 The O’Connor Band featuring Mark O’Connor 2/18 Gobsmacked!

2/23 Cesar Millan 2/27 Go, Dog. Go!

KLK MARCH 2017 3/1 Kings of Dance: Lezginka: The State Dance Ensemble of Dagestan 3/2 Human Nature 3/3-4 A Chorus Line 3/7 Dublin Irish Dance “Stepping Out” 3/8 Sarah Chang -- Viva Piazzolla!

3/11 Sing Along with The Muppet Movie 3/14 The Chieftains 3/16 Marc Cohn featuring special guests The Blind Boys of Alabama 3/17 New Shanghai Circus 3/23 Eddie Palmieri 3/24 Chita & Tune - Two for the Road 3/29 Mummenschanz

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Events

KLK APRIL 2018 4/5 David Sedaris 4/7 Boston Pops 4/8 Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live 4/10 Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site 4/11 One Night of Queen 4/12 Boney James 4/14 Buddy -- The Buddy Holly Story 4/19 Cheech & Chong 4/21 Itzhak Perlman with Rohan De Silva 4/23 Pete the Cat 4/26 John Pizzarelli and Larry Carlton 4/27 Manhattan Comedy Night 4/28 Dancin’ Broadway 4/29 The Magic of Anthony Salazar

KLK MAY 2018 5/9 Moscow Festival Ballet: Swan Lake 5/11 Arlo Guthrie 5/19 New Jersey Ballet: The Bard’s Ballets: Romeo & Juliet and Macbeth 5/20 New Jersey Ballet: Cinderella

KLK JUNE 2018 6/8 Manhattan Comedy Night 6/23-24 Dirty Dancing - The Musical

How to Order Tickets E P HONE: Call 973-539-8008 E INTERNET: www.mayoarts.org E IN PERSON:

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Weekend summer hours vary.

E GROUP SALES: Group rates are

available for groups of 10 or more on most events. Call 973-539-0345 ext. 6517 for details.

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All events subject to change. Additional events will be added throughout the season. Some events have been on sale since March; tickets may be sold out in specific sections. Sign up for email alerts for added events at mayoarts.org. $5 per ticket fee applies ($2 per ticket for select Family events). No refunds or exchanges.

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Theatre OPENING NIGHT! An Evening with Sutton Foster Friday, October 6, 2017 at 8 pm One of Broadway’s most accomplished performers, Sutton Foster is known for her Tony®-winning turns in Anything Goes and Thoroughly Modern Millie, as well as originating roles in The Drowsy Chaperone, Young Frankenstein and Shrek The Musical. On TV, Foster stars in the popular TV Land comedy series Younger. Performing with a trio, Foster will present a delightful evening of Broadway favorites and more.

The Ultimate Tribute to Elvis Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 3 pm and 8 pm In a special partnership with Elvis Presley Enterprises . . . Three memorable eras, three fabulous Elvis tribute artists! Enjoy a pulse-racing musical journey across Elvis’ life, featuring finalists from Elvis Presley Enterprises’ worldwide ultimate Elvis tribute artist contest. Audiences “Can’t Help Falling in Love” with this phenomenal theatrical concert experience.

$79 | $69 | $59 | $49 | $39

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Evil Dead The Musical Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at 8 pm Bloody hysterical and one helluva fun night out! Based on the cult movie, Evil Dead The Musical tells the outrageous story of five friends who spend a weekend in an abandoned cabin and accidentally unleash an evil force that turns them into demons. Warning: audience members sitting in the designated “Splatter Zone” get covered in fake blood!

“Bloody Hilarious!” -- The Toronto Star Adults only

$59 | $49 | $49 | $39 | $29

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 3 pm and 8 pm Getting away with murder can be so much fun… and there’s no better proof than the knock-‘em-dead hit show that won the 2014 Tony® Award for Best Musical! Monty, an heir to his family fortune, sets out to jump the line of succession by eliminating the eight relatives (all played by one fearless man) who stand in his way. All the while, Monty has to juggle his mistress, his fiancée and the constant threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his inheritance… and be done in time for tea.

“Gentleman’s Guide restores our faith in musical comedy” -- Hollywood Reporter

Walnut Street Theatre presents:

Baskerville: A Sherlock Homes Mystery Friday, February 9, 2018 at 8 pm Laughter and intrigue are “elementary my dear Watson” in Ken Ludwig’s (Lend Me a Tenor) acclaimed adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s 1902 classic mystery, The Hound of the Baskervilles. The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being murdered and renowned sleuth Sherlock Holmes, along with his trusted sidekick Dr. Watson, must work feverishly to crack the case before it dooms the newest heir. Join the investigation as these intrepid detectives follow leads, unravel clues, and zigzag with the story until the shockingly funny conclusion. All is not what it seems. Will you know whodunit?

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

A Chorus Line Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 3 pm and 8 pm; Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 3 pm Recipient of the Pulitzer Prize and nine Tony® Awards including Best Musical, A Chorus Line tells the story of the achingly poignant ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies to land a job in a show, and is a powerful metaphor for all human aspiration. Featuring such classic songs as “One,” “What I Did for Love” and “At the Ballet,” and the original choreography of Michael Bennett.

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Theatre

Comedy Chita & Tune – Two For The Road

Saturday, March 24, 2018 at 8 pm Two for the Road is a unique concert event that pairs two of Broadway’s most celebrated legends. Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune collectively have won 12 Tony® Awards and this iconic Broadway coupling is guaranteed to dazzle audiences.

Ron White Friday, August 11, 2017 at 7 pm & 9:30 pm Cigar-smoking, scotch-drinking funnyman Ron White performs an evening of politically incorrect humor. Mature content, language. Adults Only

$99 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

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Girls Night: The Musical Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 8 pm

Buddy -- The Buddy Holly Story

Share the laughter in this off-Broadway sensation as five girlfriends celebrate a wild night out! Featuring hits: “Lady Marmalade,” “It’s Raining Men,” “Man! I Feel Like a Woman,” “I Will Survive” and many more.

Saturday, April 14, 2018 at 8 pm

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story follows the all-too-brief life of one of rock and roll’s pioneers. It chronicles Buddy Holly’s meteoric rise to fame, from the moment in 1957 when “That’ll Be the Day” hit the airwaves until his tragic death less than two years later on “the day the music died.” The show features over 20 Holly hits, including “That’ll Be the Day,” “Peggy Sue,” “Everyday,” “Oh Boy” and “Rave On,” plus Ritchie Valens’ “La Bamba” and The Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace.”

$89 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Dirty Dancing

Dixie’s Tupperware Party Saturday, October 7, 2017 at 8 pm The hilarious hit comedy starring America’s most famous Tupperware Lady! Dixie Longate packed up her catalogues, left her children in an Alabama trailer park and took Off-Broadway by storm! Join Dixie as she throws a good old fashioned Tupperware Party, filled with outrageously funny tales, heartfelt accounts, free giveaways, audience participation and the most fabulous assortment of Tupperware ever sold on a theater stage! See how Ms. Longate educates her guests on the many alternative uses she has discovered for her plastic products! “Not your grandmother’s Tupperware Party!”--NBC Today Show. Mature content. Ages 16 and up

$49 | $39 | $39 | $39 | $29

Saturday, June 23, 2018 at 2 pm & 8 pm; Sunday, June 24, 2018 at 3 pm

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Dirty Dancing is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensationally sexy dancing.

This worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives.

Dirty Dancing features the hit songs “Hungry Eyes,” “Hey Baby,” “Do You Love Me?” and the heart-stopping “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.” You’ll have the time of your life! Mature themes and subject matter

Lewis Black:

$99 | $89 | $79 | $69 | $59

$99.50 | $85.50 | $75.50 | $59.50 | $49.50

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The Rant White & Blue Tour Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 8 pm Lewis Black is one of the most prolific and popular performers working today. He executes a brilliant trifecta as a stand-up comedian, actor and author. Presented by LiveNation. Mature content, language. Adults only

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Comedy MPAC and Live Nation present

Brian Regan

Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 7 pm & 9:30 pm

Manhattan Comedy Night presents:

Rich Vos and Friends

Brian Regan is the unique comedian whose material is relatable to generations of fans and revered by comedians as the best in the business.

“He is one of my favorite, favorite stand-up comedians.” - Jerry Seinfeld

Friday, December 29, 2017 at 8 pm

$65 | $65 | $55 | $50 | $50

All seats $30

Limited Tickets for 7 pm

Jim Breuer Saturday, October 28, 2017 at 8 pm Jim Breuer continues to win over audiences with his off-thewall humor and lovable personality. Named one of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” he is known for his charismatic stage antics, dead-on impressions and family-friendly stand-up. Language

$59 | $49 | $49 | $39 | $39

Opie and Anthony regular and New Jersey native Rich Vos headlines an evening of stand-up comedy. Mature content, language. Adults only

The Capitol Steps: Orange is the New Barack Friday, January 5, 2018 at 8 pm No matter who or what is in the headlines, you can bet The Capitol Steps will tackle both sides of the political spectrum and all things equally foolish. What more would you expect from the group that puts the “mock” in Democracy?

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

Jackie Mason Thursday, November 2, 2017 at 8 pm Widely regarded as one of the greatest stand-up comics of all time, Jackie Mason combines pungent political satire, insightful observations on the foibles of modern life and impeccable timing to create material that leaves audiences laughing until they cry. Mature content, language. Adults only

$89 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Cheech & Chong Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 8 pm

The iconic comedy duo Cheech Marin & Tommy Chong defined an era with their hilariously irreverent, satirical, counter-culture, no-holds-barred comedy routines that led to nine hit comedy albums, eight hit films, and multiple Grammy nominations.

$89 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Ralphie May Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at 8 pm As lovable as he is outrageous, Ralphie May has become one of America’s most popular comedians. With no subject off limits, his raw and edgy show hilariously points out society’s hypocrisies. Mature content, language. Adults only

$49 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

Manhattan Comedy Night Friday, November 24, 2017 at 8 pm Friday, January 12, 2018 at 8 pm

Friday, April 27, 2018 at 8 pm Friday, June 8, 2018 at 8 pm

Stand-up comedy direct from the clubs of New York City.

Mature content, language. Adults only

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Voices Donny and Marie

Fernando Varela

Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 8 pm

Friday, November 10, 2017 at 8 pm

The legendary Donny and Marie invite your family to celebrate summer with them in true Osmond fashion. Donny and Marie mix the spirit of their early television specials and recordings with a nostalgic look back on their storied career in a dynamic stage show showcasing fan favorites including “A Little Bit Country, A Little Bit Rock ‘n Roll,” “Paper Roses,” “Puppy Love” and “It Takes Two.” “Insanely entertaining. A song and dance spectacular.” -- Entertainment Weekly

Fernando Varela sings what he loves, whether it is a pop hit or a Puccini aria. The Puerto Rican-born vocalist was rejected by a prestigious music school, which only fueled his determination. Luciano Pavarotti’s conductor Giancarlo Chiamarello became a trusted advisor, and he later caught the attention of producer David Foster (Celine Dion, Josh Groban).

Having performed everywhere from America’s Got Talent to The White House, his story demonstrates the power of not giving up on a dream.

$200 | $165 | $125 | $90 | $75 Limited Tickets

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Randy Newman

Linda Eder:

Friday, September 15, 2017 at 8 pm

Christmas Where You Are

With songs that run the gamut from heartbreaking to satirical, and a host of unforgettable film scores, Randy Newman (“Feels Like Home,” “You’ve Got A Friend In Me”) has used his many talents to create musical masterpieces widely recognized by generations of audiences. Newman’s many honors include six Grammys, three Emmys and two Academy Awards.

Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at 8 pm Acclaimed vocalist Linda Eder performs music from her holiday release as well as her favorite Broadway songs and American standards.

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The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Tapestry: The Carole King Songbook

Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 8 pm

Friday, January 19, 2018 at 8 pm

This critically acclaimed concert-style theatre show tells the story of two young boys from Queens who went on to become the world’s most successful music duo. Using state-of-the-art video projection, incredible lighting and a full band, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is a moving and powerful concert featuring all your favorite hits such as “Mrs. Robinson,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound,” “The Boxer” and many more.

Suzanne O. Davis recreates the sound and vibe of a 1970’s Carole King concert experience featuring the music of her classic album Tapestry (“It’s Too Late,” “I Feel the Earth Move” and “You’ve Got a Friend”) as well as other King favorites.

$49 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

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Paul Anka –

Celebrating 60 Years of Hits – His Way

The Ultimate Playlist Live Friday, March 2, 2018 at 8 pm

The legendary Paul Anka performs timeless favorites and signature hits such as “You Are My Destiny,” “Lonely Boy” and “Put Your Head on My Shoulder.”

Human Nature, Australia’s top selling pop vocal group and Las Vegas headliners, effortlessly blends retro cool with contemporary sounds to bring you the ultimate Jukebox party. Mixing pop classics with Doo-Wop, Motown, soul standards and more, Jukebox is a playlist of the greatest vocal hits of all time. Anticipate everything from “Under the Boardwalk” to “Uptown Funk.”

$125 | $99 | $89 | $79 | $69 Limited Tickets

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Thursday, September 28, 2017 at 8 pm

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Human Nature: Jukebox –

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Country/Folk

Musical Adventures

Sara Evans

Jake Shimabukuro

Friday, August 4, 2017 at 8 pm Multi-platinum-selling country singer Sara Evans has been called one of the most compelling vocalists of her generation, with over 20 hits, including “A Little Bit Stronger,” “Born to Fly,” ‘Perfect,” “As If ” and “You’ll Always Be My Baby.”

$79 | $69 | $49 | $49 | $39

Martina McBride Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at 8 pm With 20 top 10 singles and six chart-topping hits, country superstar Martina McBride (“My Baby Loves Me,” “Independence Day,” “Wild Angels”) has been a mainstay at the top of the country charts since the 1990s.

$109 | $89 | $79 | $69 | $59

The Oak Ridge Boys’

Christmas Celebration Tour 2017 Monday, November 27, 2017 at 7:30 pm Country Music Hall of famers The Oak Ridge Boys perform a mixture of traditional and contemporary songs—including religious, romantic and fun holiday tunes which include songs from the Oaks’ six bestselling Christmas CDs.

$79 | $69 | $59 | $49 | $39

Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 8 pm Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro has redefined how people think of the instrument. With a repertoire that includes Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Franz Schubert’s “Ave Maria” and Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” he infuses his performances with his delightful and unique sound.

$59 | $49 | $49 | $39 | $29

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 3 pm and 8 pm The spirit of the season comes alive with the signature sound of the top-selling Christmas music artist in history! America’s favorite holiday celebration for over 30 years features the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller along with dazzling multimedia effects that bring the magic of the holidays to life.

$99 | $89 | $79 | $69 | $59

Piano Battle Thursday, February 1, 2018 at 7:30 pm

The O’Connor Band featuring Mark O’Connor Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 8 pm 2017 Grammy Winners for Best Bluegrass Album! The O’Connor Band, featuring iconic fiddler Mark O’Connor, puts on a dynamic concert showcasing compelling arrangements, amazing solos and tight vocal harmonies.

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

Two piano champions on stage; one dressed in black, the other in white.

They perform – you decide who plays it best! Piano Battle pits internationally accomplished pianists Andreas Kern and Paul Cibis head-to-head, taking turns performing pieces by music’s greatest composers as well as improvising music based on your requests!

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

Gobsmacked!

Sunday, February 18, 2018 at 7 pm

Folk singer Arlo Guthrie and his children Abe and Sarah Lee perform the music of three generations of Guthries in this celebration of an iconic American music-making family.

Seven incredible singers and beatboxers create pure, unadulterated musical magic guaranteed to leave you with a song in your heart and a smile on your face. Featuring world champion beatboxer Ball-Zee and a cast of world-class vocalists, Gobsmacked! weaves stories through all forms of a cappella, from traditional street corner harmonies to cutting-edge, multi-track live looping. It is funny, joyful and uplifts the spirits of all ages!

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Arlo Guthrie: Re-Generation Tour Friday, May 11, 2018 at 8 pm

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Talk

Classical Anderson Cooper Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 8 pm The anchor of CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360°, Anderson Cooper has covered nearly all major news events around the world, often reporting from the scene. Cooper will make a speech followed by moderated questions about his take on the world, politics and more.

Gold section includes Meet and Greet

$150 | $119 | $99 | $79 | $59

Deepak Chopra:

The Future of Well Being You Are the Universe Monday, November 13, 2017 at 7:30 pm What happens when modern science reaches a crucial turning point that challenges everything we know about reality?

Join New York Times bestselling author Deepak Chopra as he shares new insights from his latest work You Are the Universe and explores some of the most important and baffling questions about our place in the world. Book signing follows event.

$99 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Cesar Millan Live Friday, February 23, 2018 at 8 pm Cesar Millan, the renowned author and star of Nat Geo Wild’s Leader of the Pack and the original host of Dog Whisperer, reveals the secrets of happier, healthier relationships between humans and their canine companions. Joined by his right-hand dog Junior, Cesar shares his philosophies and methods and presents live demonstrations.

Gold section includes Meet and Greet

$135 | $79 | $69 | $69 | $49

David Sedaris Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 8 pm With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris is one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. Sedaris is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today. Book signing follows event.

$69 | $59 | $59 | $49 | $39

The Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra

Stefan Solyom, Musical Director Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Sweden’s most prestigious and sought-after symphony makes a rare U.S. appearance!

Enjoy this concert featuring some of the finest classical artists of Scandinavia.

Program: Bedrich Smetana Sarka, from “Ma Vlast” Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No 2, C minor, Op. 18; Piano Soloist: Gunilla Süssmann Tchaikovsky Symphony No 5, E minor, Op. 64

$69 | $59 | $49 | $49 | $39

Sarah Chang: Viva Piazzolla!

Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Recognized as one of the foremost violinists of our time, Sarah Chang has performed with the most esteemed orchestras, conductors and accompanists in an international career spanning more than two decades.

Program (with quartet): Vitali: Chaconne Vivaldi: Excerpts from The Four Seasons Piazzolla: The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

Boston Pops

Keith Lockhart, Conductor: Gershwin, By George!

Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Affectionately known as “America’s Orchestra,” the Boston Pops perform a tribute to the music of George Gershwin, as well a “Best of ” program of Pops favorites. From Rhapsody in Blue to music from Star Wars, it’s a celebration of America’s most original composer and the music you’ve come to know and love from the Boston Pops. “The perfect orchestra for people who don’t know they like orchestras!” — Keith Lockhart

$159 | $129 | $99 | $79 | $69

Itzhak Perlman with Rohan De Silva

Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 8 pm The reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status rarely afforded a classical musician. Beloved as much for his charm and humanity as his talent, he is treasured by audiences who respond to his remarkable artistry and to his irrepressible joy of making music.

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Pop, Rock & Blues MICKY DOLENZ, THE FAB FOUR AND MARK LINDSAY

50 Summers of Love Thursday, July 27, 2017 at 8 pm

50 Summers of Love celebrates the anniversary of a time when peace, love and music filled the air and flowers were in everybody’s hair.

Micky Dolenz (The Monkees), Mark Lindsay (Paul Revere and The Raiders) and Beatles tribute band The Fab Four perform an evening of music and memories fifty years in the making.

$89 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone /

The Buckinghams Tuesday, August 1, 2017 at 8 pm

A double bill of classic 60s pop! Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone scored over 20 Top 40 hits, such as “There’s a Kind of Hush,” “I’m Into Something Good,” and “Mrs. Brown You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter.” The Buckinghams are known for such pop classics as “Kind of a Drag,” “Mercy, Mercy, Mercy” and “Don’t You Care.”

Air Supply Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 8 pm Air Supply performs from among their classic romantic hits which include “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” “One That You Love,” “Making Love Out of Nothing at All” and “Every Woman in the World.”

$89 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Stephen Stills and Judy Collins Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at 8 pm Fifty years ago, Stephen Stills met Judy Collins. Their love affair would be immortalized by Stills with his classic song “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes.” These two icons of folk celebrate the golden anniversary of their formative time with a tour that marks the first time they have been onstage together. The music legends will pull from their rich catalogs, debut songs from their upcoming album, and share warm stories from their journeys.

Artists play individual sets and together at the end.

SOLD OUT

$79 | $59 | $59 | $49 | $39

Dweezil Zappa: 50 Years of Frank!

Wednesday, August 2, 2017 at 8 pm Guitarist Dweezil Zappa leads a group of top musicians in this concert experience that celebrates the music of his father Frank Zappa and all of his artistic subtleties.

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Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 8 pm Chris Isaak has a reputation as a supreme showman and superb musician.

With a haunting voice, fierce guitar and glittered outfits, Isaak performs music from his recent release, First Comes The Night, as well as from among hits such as “Wicked Game,” “Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” and “Somebody’s Crying.”

$99 | $89 | $69 | $59 | $49

Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band

The Orchestra

Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 8 pm

Starring former members of ELO

Kenny Wayne Shepherd has established himself as an immensely popular recording artist, a consistently in-demand live act and an influential force in a worldwide resurgence of the blues.

The Louisiana-born axeman shines a light on the rich blues of the past and while forging ahead with his own modern twist on a classic sound.

Saturday, September 30, 2017 at 8 pm

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Chris Isaak

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It’s a night of your favorite Electric Light Orchestra hits, performed by former members of the iconic British pop band whose hits include “Sweet Talkin’ Woman,” “Telephone Line,” “Turn to Stone,” “Mr. Blue Sky” and “Evil Woman.”

$59 | $49 | $49 | $49 | $39 Order tickets: 973-539-8008 | www.mayoarts.org

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Pop, Rock & Blues 38 Special

The Beach Boys

Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 8 pm

Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 7:30 pm

38 Special has been delivering its signature Southern rock for over three decades, with such hits as “Hold On Loosely,” “Rockin’ Into the Night,” “Caught Up in You,” “Fantasy Girl,” “If I’d Been the One” and “Back Where You Belong” that remain staples of classic rock radio.

Mike Love and The Beach Boys perform over 50 years of classic hits and musical memories.

$79 | $59 | $59 | $49 | $39

America Friday, October 20, 2017 at 8 pm Classic hits from the popular folk-rock band known for such timeless favorites as “A Horse with No Name,” “Sister Golden Hair,” “Lonely People” and “Ventura Highway.”

$79 | $59 | $59 | $59 | $49 Limited Tickets

ZZ Top Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 8 pm The Little Ol’ Band from Texas, noted for its long-standing lineup now nearly five decades together, performs its famous brand of chrome ‘n’ barbecue inspired rock! ZZ Top rocks on with timeless hits like “La Grange,” “Gimme All Your Lovin,’” “Legs,” “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Tush” and many more!

$150 | $125 | $125 | $100 | $85

Blue Öyster Cult and Jefferson Starship Thursday, November 9, 2017 at 8 pm For over four decades, Blue Öyster Cult has been thrilling fans of intelligent hard rock with classic songs such as “(Don’t Fear) the Reaper” and “Burnin’ for You.” Featuring original members David Freiberg and Donny Baldwin, Jefferson Starship remains true to its roots as one of rock’s most innovative bands, known for hits including “Jane,” “We Built This City,” “Miracles” and “Find Your Way Back.”

$79 | $69 | $59 | $49 | $49

Ringo Starr and His All-Star Band Tuesday, November 14, 2017 at 8 pm Music legend Ringo Starr returns to Morristown with his All Starr Band, featuring Todd Rundgren, Gregg Rolie, Steve Lukather, Richard Page, Warren Ham and Gregg Bissonette. SOLD OUT

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Tommy James and The Shondells

Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 8 pm 2017 New Jersey Hall of Fame inductee Tommy James (“Mony Mony,” “I Think We’re Alone Now,” “Crimson and Clover”) celebrates 50 years of hitmaking as he performs the songs that have made him an enduring music legend since the 1960s.

$69 | $59 | $49 | $49 | $39

Marc Cohn featuring

special guests The Blind Boys of Alabama

Friday, March 16, 2018 at 8 pm Marc Cohn celebrates the 25th anniversary of his platinum-selling debut release by performing his Grammy-winning record in its entirety. From the iconic opening track “Walking In Memphis” to the album closer “True Companion,” fans will hear a sequence of songs that have stood the test of time. His special guests will be the legendary gospel group The Blind Boys of Alabama, who have defined the sound of gospel music for over 75 years.

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

One Night of Queen Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 8 pm Gary Mullen and the Works will rock you when they bring the music of Queen to life with note-by-note renditions of such classics as “Keep Yourself Alive,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Another One Bites The Dust,” “You’re My Best Friend,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” and more.

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

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Jazz Dave Koz and Larry Graham:

The Birdland All-Stars

Side by Side Summer 2017

Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Tuesday, July 25, 2017 at 8 pm

Led by drummer Tommy Igoe, The Birdland All-Stars have been thrilling audiences for over a decade. The group creates new arrangements of contemporary artists such as David Bowie, The Police and Steely Dan, as well as fresh treatments of iconic compositions by Charlie Parker, Chick Corea and Herbie Hancock. As the band performs, visual artist Jeremy Sutton will create works inspired by the music on stage.

It’s an evening of cool summertime jazz headlined by eight-time Grammy nominated saxophonist Dave Koz. Joining Dave onstage will be Larry Graham (“One in a Million You”), best known as both the bass guitar player in Sly & the Family Stone and as the founder and front man of Graham Central Station.

$89 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Sunday, October 1, 2017 at 7 pm Grammy-winning trumpeter Wynton Marsalis leads the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra, 15 of today’s finest jazz soloists and ensemble players, who perform the music of the great jazz composers as well as original works that foster an appreciation for this American music genre.

featuring Tommy Igoe - The Art of Jazz

$59 | $49 | $39 | $29 | $29

Eddie Palmieri Friday, March 23, 2018 at 8 pm One of the finest jazz pianists of the past 60 years, Eddie Palmieri is a bandleader, arranger and composer of salsa and Latin jazz. His playing skillfully fuses the rhythm of his Puerto Rican heritage with the complexity of his jazz influences such as Thelonious Monk, Herbie Hancock and McCoy Tyner as well as his brother, Charlie Palmieri.

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

$109 | $99 | $89 | $79 | $59

Boney James

Kenny G Friday, November 3, 2017 at 8 pm Superstar saxophonist Kenny G has been a staple in pop and contemporary jazz since the 1980s, with crossover hits such as “Songbird” that have made him a favorite of fans worldwide who love his expressive melodies and emotional solos.

$99 | $89 | $79 | $69 | $59

All Hands on Deck Sunday, January 14, 2018 at 3 pm Enjoy an all-singing, all-dancing, All-American 1942 Roadshow and Radio Broadcast reproduction filled with the big band songs, dances and laughs that America has loved for 70 years! Featuring a nine-piece orchestra, classic commercials, tight harmonies, impromptu skits, and over 40 of the greatest American songs ever written, All Hands on Deck is a musical patriotic salute to America.

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

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Thursday, April 12, 2018 at 8 pm Four-time Grammy nominee Boney James is one of the most successful artists in contemporary jazz. The acclaimed sax player merges contemporary jazz with elements of R&B to create a dynamic sound that’s been described as “retro music for a modern age.”

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

John Pizzarelli and Larry Carlton Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 8 pm A double bill of exceptional jazz guitarists! Nineteen-time Grammy nominee, four-time Grammy winner and all-time guitar great Larry Carlton has set a standard for artistry that spans four decades. John Pizzarelli has been hailed by The Boston Globe for “reinvigorating the Great American Songbook and re-popularizing jazz,” while also performing the music of Joni Mitchell, Tom Waits and Lennon-McCartney.

$79 | $69 | $59 | $49 | $39 Order tickets: 973-539-8008 | www.mayoarts.org

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World Festival of South African Dance featuring The Gumboots and

Kings of Dance: Lezginka:

Pantsula Dance Companies

Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, October 22, 2017 at 3 pm

Enjoy a breathtaking display of traditional and modern Russian folk music and dance, acrobatics, beautiful costumes and culture from this acclaimed dance company that celebrates the diverse heritage of the Dagestan region of Russia.

Two renowned troupes present traditional South African dance.

Gumboots – Stimela The Musical -- tells a tale of rural African men in search of greener pastures in Johannesburg. Using precise footwork, Pantsula turns the hectic streets of Johannesburg into a stage to create performances that speak to the complicated issues of South Africa.

$49 | $49 | $39 | $29 | $29

The State Dance Ensemble of Dagestan

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

Dublin Irish Dance “Stepping Out”

Wednesday, March 7, 2018 at 7:30 pm

Celtic Thunder Symphony Tour 2017

Irish music and dance are used tell the epic story of Celtic culture, and how its traditional melodies and steps migrated from the Emerald Island to America.

$49 | $49 | $39 | $29 | $29

Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 8 pm Irish vocal powerhouse Celtic Thunder, backed by a full orchestra, returns to perform holiday classics, fan favorites and music from their newest release Inspirations.

$109 | $89 | $89 | $79 | $69

The Chieftains Wednesday, March 14, 2018 at 7:30 pm Six-time Grammy Award winners The Chieftains have been acclaimed for reinventing time-honored Irish music. The Chieftains’ ability to transcend musical boundaries to blend traditional and modern music has notably hailed them as one of Ireland’s most renowned and revered musical groups.

$79 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49

Tao: Drum Heart Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at 7 pm TAO’s modern, high-energy performances showcase the ancient art of Japanese drumming by combining highly physical, large-scale drumming with contemporary costumes, precise choreography and innovative visuals.

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

New Shanghai Circus Saturday, March 17, 2018 at 3 pm and 7 pm Astonishing athletes defy gravity and execute breathtaking feats as they stretch the limits of human ability in this spellbinding show that draws upon 2,000 years of Chinese circus traditions. If it’s humanly possible – and even if it seems as if it’s not – these acrobats, jugglers and contortionists do it with spectacular flair!

$39 | $29 | $29 | $29 | $19

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Dance Love on the Floor

Moscow Festival Ballet:

Starring Cheryl Burke, Meryl Davis & Charlie White

Swan Lake

Saturday, November 18, 2017 at 3 pm and 8 pm

This esteemed Russian company brings to the stage one of the most magical and well-known works from the classical ballet repertoire. With choreography by Petipa and an unforgettable score by Tchaikovsky, it is easy to see why Swan Lake continues to earn the adoration of classical ballet enthusiasts.

Dancing with the Stars’ Cheryl Burke headlines this dazzling performance that brings the emotions of love alive! Love never fails. People and relationships may be broken, but love is perfect, and it will save us. Love transcends a lifetime. Love is a constant change – romance…passion… hurt…power. Love on the Floor takes the audience through this journey of why without love, there is no reason to live. Featuring Olympic gold medal winning ice dancers Meryl Davis and Charlie White.

$125 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49 | $39 ($125 ticket includes meet and greet)

Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at 7:30 pm

$59 | $49 | $39 | $29 | $29

New Jersey Ballet:

The Bard’s Ballets:

Romeo & Juliet and Macbeth Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 8 pm

New Jersey Ballet’s

Nutcracker

with New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Friday, December 8-Sunday, December 24, 2017 Our annual seasonal favorite enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, full orchestra, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic. Ages 4 and up

An evening of romance…sword fighting…and witches! The Bard’s tale of star-crossed lovers features music by Prokofiev and has been hailed “as fine a piece as NJB has ever owned.”

Trouble brews in Scotland when blind ambition dooms a general’s fate in MacBeth, based on a production created by Vladimir Vasiliev for the Bolshoi.

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

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|Free Summer and Fall Events!| MPAC SERVES OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH A VARIETY OF FREE PROGRAMS AND EVENTS. CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL FREE EVENTS TO BE ADDED THROUGHOUT THE SEASON, SUCH AS OUR ANNUAL EARTH DAY LECTURE!

Dancin’ Broadway Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 8 pm Dancin’ Broadway takes a dazzling romp through the great dance numbers that made musical theatre history! The high energy performance stars veteran Broadway hoofers and features iconic choreography from Agnes De Mille, Bob Fosse, Jerome Robbins and more. Celebrity and Tony Award-winning choreographers make cameo video appearances to share backstage stories and their favorite clips of blockbuster dance performances.

$69 | $59 | $49 | $39 | $29

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FREE CONCERTS United States Air Force Heritage of America Concert Band Monday, November 6, 2017 at 7:30 pm Tickets available in October

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FREE MOVIES August 9: Jaws August 22: Moana

Summer lunchtime World Music concerts at the Morristown Green Remaining Schedule: July 25: Feraba West African Dance August 8: Music From China Trio

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Wonder iLuminate Thursday, September 21, 2017 at 7 pm The most fun you’ll have in the dark! Music, art and the technological magic of iLuminate bring you a story of adventure and romance conveyed by array of dance styles expressed through a glowing visual design. All this, choreographed to music by artists like Michael Jackson, Bruno Mars, James Brown, LMFAO, The Wanted and Sam Smith.

$59 | $49 | $39 | $29 | $29

The Hollywood Special FX Show Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 7 pm From gruesome sci-fi monsters to huge explosions, get closer to the action than ever before in this interactive and action-packed family show in which special effects experts take you behind the scenes of your favorite action films to reveal the science and secrets of creating movie magic.

$40 | $35 | $30 | $25 | $20

Masters of Illusion Friday, February 16, 2018 at 8 pm

Brain Candy Live!

Thursday, November 16, 2017 at 7 pm Mythbusters’ Adam Savage, one of TV’s most loved personalities, and Michael Stevens, one of YouTube’s biggest stars with his “Vsauce” Channel, showcase their crazy toys, incredible tools and mind-blowing demonstrations in a celebration of curiosity that’s an interac- tive, hands-on, minds-on theatrical experience like no other. Savage and Stevens can’t wait to unleash their collective sense of wonder, curiosity and fun, so join in and get your minds messy. Brain Candy Live is like a two-hour play date with Walt Disney, Willy Wonka and Albert Einstein.

$150 | $79 | $69 | $59 | $49 Gold section includes meet and greet

Recycled Percussion Saturday, January 20, 2018 at 3 pm Finalists on America’s Got Talent, Recycled Percussion is more than just a drumming show. Recycled Percussion rocks the house with talent and creativity in a dynamic high-energy audience interactive experience filled with comedy, music, amazing staging and of course – brilliant drumming.

$59 | $49 | $39 | $39 | $29

Believe the impossible! See grand illusions involving levitating women, amazing escapes, comedy magic, sleight of hand and beautiful dancers. It’s everything you could possibly imagine and performances that you’ll never forget -- all rolled up into a live show that defies reality!

$69 | $59 | $49 | $49 | $39

IBEX Puppetry Presents

Sing Along with The Muppet Movie

Sunday, March 11, 2018 at 2 pm Sing Along with The Muppet Movie provides a family-friendly, interactive experience in which you can renew your rainbow connection with the classic Jim Henson film. The Sing Along crew brings elements of the film to life for the audience via puppetry and more, while children and adults are urged to participate in a variety of fun ways for Muppet fans old and new.

This is a “relaxed performance” with modified sound and house lighting.

(See P. 31)

$30 | $25| $25 | $25 | $20

Mummenschanz: “You and Me”

Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 7:30 pm “You and Me” celebrates the mutual joy the audience and performers share in Mummenschanz’s one-of-a-kind theatrical performances. The show brings to life the large scale masks you’ve grown to love from Mummenschanz and its classic sketches that have endured the test of time.

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Family Shopkins Live!

Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 1 pm and 4 pm

Winter Concert

Shopkins Live! lights up the stage in this live production packed with show stopping performances featuring the Shoppies. Join Jessicake, Bubbleisha, Peppa-Mint, Rainbow Kate, Cocolette, and Polli Polish as they perform the coolest dance moves, sing the latest pop songs, and show off the trendiest fashions. Ages 5+ Gold section includes Meet and Greet

Sunday, January 21, 2018 at 3 pm

$100 | $59 | $49 | $49 | $29

Mutts Gone Nuts!

Sunday, November 5, 2017 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm Disorderly duo Scott and Joan Houghton and their hilarious pack of pooches create a canine comedy stunt show like no other, featuring high-flying frisbee dogs, tightrope dogs, dancing dogs and of course, the one and only Sammie the Talking Dog! Ages 4+

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

The Laurie Berkner Band Holiday Concert Sunday, November 19, 2017 at 11 am and 3 pm The Laurie Berkner Band celebrates the season with traditional holiday songs, originals from her well-loved album A Laurie Berkner Christmas, Hanukkah music and an array of Laurie’s greatest hits. Ages 2+

$39 | $39 | $29 | $29 | $19

Featuring over 200 talented young singers, the many ensembles of the NJYC perform selections that celebrate the festivities of winter.

$30 | $20 | $10 Tickets on sale in November

Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat Monday, February 5, 2018 at 4 pm Dr. Seuss’s beloved tale about a mischievous cat and his amazing adventures comes to life in an all-new production in which not a word has been touched or added from the book. Ages 3-8

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

Mammoth Follies Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm Dinosaurs roam the MPAC stage! Explore scientific facts and explode myths about the dinosaur era in this prehistoric musical revue presented

by Hudson Vagabond Puppets and performed by enormous creatures up to 22 feet long! Ages 4-10

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

Pinkalicious

Go, Dog. Go!

Sunday, January 7, 2018 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm

Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at 4 pm

A girl finds herself in a colorful predicament after her indulgence in too many pink cupcakes causes a severe case of Pinkititis! Ages 4-12

P.D. Eastman’s book comes to life in a frolicking musical party that’s gone to the dogs! Featuring audience participation, this hilarious visual spectacle is a musical romp full of surprises, singing/barking, and of course, six lovable dogs! Ages 3-8

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

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New Jersey Youth Chorus

Pricing Tier: G | P | A | B | C $100 - Section sold out.

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

FAMILY AMENITIES E

Changing Tables • Booster Seats • Kid-Friendly Concessions

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Family

Relaxed Performances Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: King for a Day

Sunday, April 8, 2018 at 2 pm and 5:30 pm The grr-ific musical for little tigers and grown-ups alike is back with an all-new show! Daniel and his friends invite you for a brand-new adventure filled with tigertastic fun that teaches valuable lessons of kindness, helping others, and being a friend. Ages 2-6

$75 | $50 | $40 | $30 | $25 | $20 Gold section includes meet and greet

Pete the Cat Monday, April 23, 2018 at 4 pm Groovy, rockin’ Pete the Cat sets out to turn the super square lives of the family he moves in with upside down in this far out, fun adventure based on the popular book series. Ages 4-10 This is a “relaxed performance” with modified sound and house lighting. (See P. 31)

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

All children and their families are welcome to enjoy relaxed performances. Each performance features modulated sound and light levels and a relaxed environment where the audience is free to talk, vocalize and leave and re-enter the venue, making MPAC accessible to all individuals.

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site – The Musical Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 12:15 pm Bedtime is approaching, and a team of construction vehicles needs to get their rest. But Crane Truck is cranky, Cement Mixer takes too long with bath time, and Dump Truck isn’t sleepy! Excavator and Bulldozer find that preparing for bed is a job in itself! Will they ever get some shut-eye? Based upon the best-selling book.

$8

(Open to schools and the public)

ADDITIONAL RELAXED PERFORMANCES: Sing-Along With The Muppet Movie (March 11) Pete the Cat (April 23) See pages 27 and 30 for descriptions and prices.

Performing Arts School

The Magic of Anthony Salazar Sunday, April 29, 2018 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm Rising magic star Anthony Salazar performs fantastic illusions with a dash of comedy, juggling, music and audience participation in this high-energy show guaranteed to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Ages 5+

Registration for Fall classes begins in August!

The MPAC Performing Arts School is a performance-based theatrical training program offering students a quality education in the theatre arts in a nurturing and supportive atmosphere.

For more information call 973-539-0345, ext. 6582.

F Explorations E School-time shows for field trips Blast Off With Janet’s Planet January 22-23 Mayhem Poets - February 13 Go, Dog. Go! - February 27 Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad March 6

$15 | $15 | $15 | $12 | $12

Steve Trash: Rockin’ Eco Hero: The Science of Ecology March 13

New Jersey Ballet:

Ellis Island: Gateway To A Dream - March 21

Cinderella

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site - April 10

Sunday, May 20, 2018 at 1:30 pm and 4:30 pm The classic fairy tale comes to life with lavish sets and costumes, performed with New Jersey Ballet’s original “storyteller” narration so little children can follow the story. Ages 4+

Alice in Wonderland May 14 The Great Gatsby - May 15

$25 | $20 | $15 | $15 | $15

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About the Mayo Performing Arts Center — A Nonprofit Organization Making an iMPACt in Our Community

A Brief History This year we celebrate our 80th anniversary. Built in 1937, The Community Theatre was one of New Jersey’s most popular single-screen movies houses until the advent of the multiplex in the 1970s set the stage for its closing in the 1980s. Left abandoned for nearly a decade, volunteers headed by local musicians Alexander Slobodyanik and Laryssa Krupa banded together to save the building, weed out the mushrooms growing inside and relaunch the Theatre as a performance hall in 1994.

Over the past 23 years, the Theatre has undergone multiple renovations to expand our scope of operations to where we now have over 200 events on our stage annually, drawing over 200,000 patrons. An arts education program launched in 2005 has grown to be a core component of our organization. Our economic impact on the region is in excess of $15 million annually.

The Theatre was honored as Outstanding Historic Theatre by the League of Historic American Theatres in 2016 for its historical and continuing impact in our community.

The headliners on the marquee tell only part of our story. Look beyond the spotlight and you’ll see what really makes MPAC shine. MPAC is dedicated to serving the public through education and outreach programs that make the arts a vital reason why this region is a great place to live, work and raise a family.

MPAC brings arts experiences to thousands upon thousands of children and adults beyond the names that glow on the marquee.

MPAC is an essential community partner -- working with schools, families in need and local community centers, nursing homes and hospitals to provide entertainment and arts experiences.

Many of these services are provided at no cost to those who receive them.

From free summer concerts on the Morristown Green to MPAC’s teen Performing Arts Company entertaining at Morris View Nursing Home, to theatre classes at Children on the Green,

Creating a Lifelong Love of the Arts MPAC strives to make the performing arts a vital component of every child’s upbringing, and to spark a lifelong interest in music, dance and culture. Over 40,000 school age children and their families are touched

by MPAC programs annually, including over 25,000 children who are bused into the Theatre for school field trips. For some kids, it’s the first time they’ve seen a live performance.

Thousands more are served through residency programs at area schools or through ticketed family events.

Hundreds of children partake in our performing arts school. Our annual spring musical gives dozens of young performers an opportunity to work on a fully-staged production, guided by a professional production team.

photo: Katharine Boyle

photo: Anne Van Druff photo: Anne Van Druff

Spotlight on Education The MPAC Performing Arts School serves over 650 children annually in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

More than just theatre instruction, the PAS creates an environment where friends are made, skills are honed and everyone roots for each other. We have never turned away a student due to inability to pay. Every year, upwards of $5,000-$8,000 in scholarships are offered.

children with special needs to find their voice through the performing arts. We plan to increase the number of classes we have this year to serve more of these children as well as stage “relaxed” events that modify the performance experience to make our shows more inclusive for those with special needs.

Your Trusted Community Partner MPAC offers free movies, concerts and events throughout the year with community partners to create opportunities for everyone to share in arts experiences without economic barriers.

MPAC is a charter member of the newly formed Morristown Cultural District (MCD), along with Morristown Library,

In January 2017, we launched classes based on the methodology of The Miracle Project, which uses theatre training a means for

St. Peter’s Church, The Presbyterian Church of Morristown and Jockey Hollow Restaurant. The purpose of the MCD is to give back to the Morristown community that has supported us throughout our historic tenures. The Morristown Cultural District actively inspires spirit, body and mind within the community.

Looking to the Future Morristown is bursting with energy and excitement and we are proud to be at the center of its expanding arts scene. MPAC is where our community comes together to be inspired, entertained and uplifted by the passion and power of the performing arts. It’s hard to imagine Morristown without MPAC as its cultural heart.

As we look toward the future, we hope to host even more education programs with an expanded facility that will serve as Morristown’s newest and most dynamic performing arts space. We will continue to work with the town to find parking solutions and ways to enlarge our venue to house these important initiatives.

If you enjoy what you see on our stage, if you believe the arts are important to a town’s fabric, if you come again and again, year after year, please consider helping us sustain and grow these programs.

See page 35 for information about how you can support MPAC.

photo: Anne Van Druff

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Audience Services

Support

Planning Your Visit

Buy 5 and Get Benefits!

E Our website, MayoArts.org, has a “Visitor Info” section full of helpful information to help you plan your next trip to MPAC. Directions and Parking • Restaurant Partners • Accommodations • Virtual Tours

E Ticket buyers who have email addresses registered with us will receive an email prior to the show with show-specific information, including parking options.

Parking Street parking and paid lots are available throughout Morristown. Our website features an interactive Google Map that will help you locate our recommended lots and plan the best route for your trip.

Be sure to check your pre-show email or our online Planning Your Visit page for updated parking options pertaining to your specific show, which may include:

E R eserved Parking: Cut the stress of performance parking and reserve your parking spot in advance! Reserved parking is available online for 2-3 weeks prior to most performances, in the Verizon Lot and Presbyterian Church lot.

E S huttle Service: We are pleased to offer complimentary shuttle service for many performances to and from MPAC’s Verizon

Qualify as a season ticket holder by purchasing tickets to five or more events. Upon purchasing your fifth qualifying performance for the 2017-2018 season, you earn for the following benefits: E Ticket exchange privileges up to 48 hours prior to events

E Opportunity to purchase tickets prior to public on sales E Special offers Tickets for shows presented after July 1, 2017 count toward your total.

If you have purchased many summer events, you may already qualify!

Become a Member and Receive Even Greater Benefits!

Members receive all season ticket holder benefits and much more! Most importantly, member support is essential to MPAC as a non-profit organization. Our members help us raise the curtain for exceptional events onstage, as well as raise the bar for excellence in arts education. Join today and play a “starring role” in helping MPAC to provide important arts enrichment programs, especially for children in need, and essential cultural events in our community.

Basic memberships begin $150. Starlight Society, the ONLY membership level with the ability to purchase tickets on the first day they go on sale, begins at only $1,250.

For details of membership levels, please visit www.mayoarts.org or call 973-539-0345, ext. 6526 to join today!

parking lot and the DeHart Street parking garage.

MPAC acknowledges the following Season Sponsors and Partners for their generous support.

For information about sponsorship opportunities, please call 973-539-0345, ext. 6550.

Sustainability

PERFORMANCE SPONSORS

Help MPAC Go Green! There are many ways you can help our efforts to reduce waste and energy usage.

E S can your MPAC ticket right from your mobile phone by selecting our “print-at-home” ticketing option.

E We offer a paperless version of our program book, which can be downloaded or read online at your convenience.

Look for this link at MayoArts.org or in your pre-show email.

E R ecycle your program books and theatre cups in designated receptacles after the show.

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Amenities and Accessibility Elevator • Ramp Access • Full Bar & Concessions • Print-At-Home Ticketing • Paperless Program Book

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Accessibility: MPAC strives to make our venue accessible to all patrons. Check our website for information or call the box office for details. Please let the box office be aware of any special needs when placing your ticket order.

An elevator is available to the balcony level.

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Pricing Tier: G | P | A | B | C $100 - Section sold out.

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100 South Street Morristown, NJ 07960

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