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Under the canopy: Tessa Lark & Michael Thurber
Sat. May 1, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $80
Hailed as the “Mark Twain of Americana,” Paul Thorn brings his gritty, Gospel-infused Southern Rock straight from his hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi, where he grew up as the son of a Pentecostal preacher and the nephew of a pimp. Thorn spent much of his childhood in church, participating in multiple weekly services with his father as well as at neighboring African American congregation where he became entranced with the music whose infectious spirit is captured on his album, “Don’t Let the Devil Ride.” That album collects Soulful songs originally cut by black Gospel groups and features guests such as Blind Boys of Alabama, The McCrary Sisters, the Preservation Hall Jazz Horns, and Bonnie Bishop. Similar Artists: Delbert McClinton, John Hiatt and The
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DA Vinci and Michelangelo The titans experience : a multimedia presentation with mark Rodgers, director of the DA Vinci machines and Michelangelo exhibitions
A Dufford Institute for Cultural Diversity Event in conjunction with Newberry Arts For All (NAFA)
Based on “The Da Vinci Machines and Michelangelo Exhibition” in Denver, Colorado, this multimedia presentation is brought you by art enthusiast and curator Mark Rogers and his production team. They travel the country to teach people about two of the greatest figures from the Italian Renaissance. Using a variety of techniques including animated sequences, a documentary, an enthusiastic lecture, slideshows, and much more to give the audience a fun, yet educational, experience. More Family-Friendly Shows: Fairytales
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Deas Guyz
Rescheduled date
Fri. may 7, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $45
Featuring Newberry native, Reggie Deas, Deas Guyz are known for their entertaining blend of Motown and R&B. Hear a fantastic selection of hits - from Motown sounds made famous by the likes of Marvin Gaye and The Temptations to Bob Marley classics, from the smooth vocal styling of Luther Vandross to the dance sounds from Pharrell Williams and Montell Jordon. Expect guests to stand and dance along at the performance. If you would like to sit, please consider the balcony or orchestra boxes. Similar Artists: Peabo Bryson,
A Van Morrison Celebration, The Modern Gentlemen
Under The Canopy Tessa lark & Michael Thurber
Sun. May 9, 2021 // 3:00 p.m. // Free! Location: Under the Newberry opera house canopy
Brought to you by Newberry Arts For All (NAFA)
Violin and bass are not the “peanut butter and jelly” obvious combination of classical musical instruments. But, maybe the unconventionality of this duo of violinist Tessa Lark and bassist Michael Thurber is what makes them so phenomenal.
There are many challenges when it comes to writing for the violin-bass, with Michael adding in, “our instruments aren’t chordal… you really have to pay attention to the counterpoint and the dialogue of the instrument, the pitches and the rhythms, and it has to be specific and so clear because it’s the only way to get a fuller and blended sound and it’s the only way we can get a sense of harmony.”
While the part-writing for their pieces has been complicated in terms of sorting out ranges and contrast between voices, the result delivers an extraordinary experience unlike any other traditional chamber style ensemble. The Lark & Thurber duo have written and produced the album “Invention” to show off what a beautiful sound this style ensemble makes and to build upon their theme of genre bending.
How did this unique partnership form? They met at a board meeting - believe it or not – a board meeting for NPR’s “From the Top.” Tessa was thrilled when she first got to work with the program “From the Top” saying “I would listen to ‘From the Top’ every Sunday on NPR and it was really a thing that I would look up to the kids that were playing on the show and dreamt of being on that stage with Christopher O’Riley.” Years after Tessa first dreamed about the show, she not only found herself having performed on the show but collaborating with fellow board member Michael Thurber.
On performance day, Lark & Thurber will be playing through selections of their previous works as well as debuting brand new pieces. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy this free community outdoor concert featuring this unconventional yet phenomenal duo.
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Rescheduled date Jimmy Mazz: Tribute to the Music of 3 Dog Night Sat. may 15, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $65
Jimmy takes you on an unforgettable ride through the great music of Three Dog Night. The always impeccably dressed, classy and professional Jimmy Mazz sings the hit songs of this iconic group evoking great memories of the era while tossing in his twist of humor and personality. You will sing and clap along with every song while you hear great songs like “The Show Must Go On,” “Black & White,” “Easy to Be Hard,” “Mama Told Me Not To Come,” “Eli’s Coming,” “Out in The Country,” “Celebrate,” “Liar,” and “Old Fashioned Love Song.” Similar Artists:
Tribute to Whitney, Diana, Aretha and more
Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky thunder
Fri. may 21, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $150
Ricky struck his first chords on a mandolin at age 5 and by age 6 he was sharing a stage with Bill Monroe. Today Ricky is proud to be an inductee in the Country Music Hall of Fame, IBMA Hall of Fame, Musicians Hall of Fame, and GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame. This 15-time Grammy® winning Bluegrass artist continues to do his part to lead the Roots revival. Similar Artists:
The Del McCoury Band, Balsam Range, Rhonda Vincent
A Van Morrison Celebration: Tupelo Honey
Tupelo Honey is a celebration of the works of famous Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Rhythm & Blues legend Van Morrison. Tupelo Honey recreates a Van Morrison concert experience, performing the iconic songs of Van Morrison’s 41 studio albums. Hear famous works such as “Moondance,” “Brown Eyed Girl,” “Have I Told You Lately,” “Domino,” “Jackie Wilson Said,” “Wild Night,” “Gloria,” and “Here Comes the Night.” Similar Artists: Edwin
McCain, Paul Thorn, Delbert McClinton
newberryoperahouse.com or 803-276-6264 | FEES APPLY AT CHECKOUT REDUCED CAPACITY SEATING| Masks are reuqired | all sales are final The Lincoln trio Sun. May 23, 2021 // 3:00 p.m. Tickets $80 // Students 1/2 price
The Chicago based, Grammy®nominated Classical trio, Lincoln Trio returns to Newberry. Described by “The Strad” as “sensational” and “bewitching” and as “models of vibrancy and control” by “Gramophone,” Lincoln Trio produces some of the most vibrant and fresh interpretations of Classical music’s most successful songs. Similar Artists: Tessa Lark & Michael
Thurber, Harlem Quartet
Rescheduled date Robert Earl Keen
Thur. June 3, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. TICKETS: $140
Singer/Songwriter Robert Earl Keen is one of the most respected figures in the Country music landscape. His work in the 80s and 90s and his unique sound that mixes Country with Bluegrass, Blues, and Folk laid the groundwork for the Americana genre. Keen found his niche in Austin, TX in the early 80s, now decades and albums later, Keen is a must-see performer for fans of Country, Bluegrass and Americana music. Similar Artists:
Delbert McClinton, Paul Thorn, Steel Betty
John Anderson
Fri. June 4, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $135
Legendary Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee John Anderson is one of the most respected Country artists in music history. Anderson has released over 20 albums featuring hit songs such as “Straight Tequila Night,” “Seminole Wind,” and “Swingin’.” Anderson has been nominated for three Grammys® and won 3 CMA Awards.
