2013-2014 Season of the Arts
Smith Center Presents! The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music. Agnes de Mille
Smith Center at Ohlone College
By words a man transmits his thoughts to another; By me a ns o f a r t he transmits his feelings, Tolstoy wrote in his evocative essay entitled “What is Art?” If so, we offer a range of emotional expression in the variety of artistic presentations to share this season. To celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day in September, we bring Ballet Folklorico Mexicano; followed by Hans Boepple, Classical Pianist in October, Andrew Lloyd
Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar, a post-apocalyptic vision directed by Michael Navarra in November, The Nutcracker in December with dancers from Yoko’s Dance Academy, and two silent comedies accompanied by Organist Jerry Nagano, one in spring and one in fall. Rounding out the season is the improv comedy team ComedySportz, with special guest celeb Mike Inouye from NBC Today in the Bay.
Our guest presentations include StarStruck Theatre returning in January to present Peter Pan. And we gladly welcome the Fremont Symphony Orchestra, celebrating their
, and their special guests Diablo Ballet and the San Francisco Quartet.
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Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.
thomas merton
nov 9 Diablo Ballet presented by Fremont Symphony Orchestra
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Music is the universal language of mankind
sep 5-7 POP! Goes the Mashup...
Ohlone College Department of Theatre & Dance presents
POP! Goes The Mashup… sep 5-7 Thu-Sat at 8pm Smith Center outdoor Amphitheatre
Joni Mitchell and the Beatles meet Jay Z and Beyoncé in an extravagant, high tech, musical theater remix and reinvention of classic and contemporary pop culture.
Smith Center Presents! Dance is the hidden language of the soul. Martha Graham
Ballet Folklorico Mexicano sep 14 Sat at 8pm jackson Theatre
sep 14 Ballet Folklorico Mexicano
Presenting a fiesta of music and dance, Ballet Folklorico Mexicano features a full mariachi band and a vibrant cast of twirling, spinning dancers whose intricate footwork leaves audiences mesmerized. Artistic director Carlos Moreno draws from the rich diversity of Mexican culture, translating traditional folklore into an artistic tour of the country’s varied regional dance customs.
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hans boepple, piano oct 13 Sun at 2pm jackson Theatre
oct 13 Hans Boepple
American pianist Hans Boepple is an acclaimed artist who demonstrates rich musicality alongside stunning technical command. Since his debut with the Los Angeles Philharmonic at age ten, he has continuously appeared in concert series across the United States.
World Tour / Unity oct 19 Sat at 8pm Jackson Theatre
Join the Fremont Symphony Orchestra for the opening performance of its 50th season as it demonstrates the richness of our world through music—a musical journey spanning over 300 years and 12 countries, exploring the diversity and unity of the human spirit. Featuring: Hecheng Liu, Shirley Muramoto, Liam Tiernan, Erica Richardson and The Reyes Brothers, Carlos and Julio
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Buster Keaton’s “Steamboat Bill, Jr.” A 1928 Silent Film accompanied by Organist Jerry Nagano nov 1 Fri at 8:30pm jackson Theatre
Steamboat Bill, Jr., the inspiration for Disney’s breakout Mickey Mouse cartoon, Steamboat Willie, is another classic Keaton plot: brainy but clumsy boy tries to win the girl. Set against the backdrop of the paddleboat business and rival fathers, Steamboat Bill was one of Keaton’s most popular films. Full of the wild stunts and physical comedy that kept Keaton’s fans laughing film after film, audiences will enjoy the fabulous organ stylings of impresario Jerry Nagano whose popularity draws people back each year.
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may 2 ComedySportz dec 13-14 and 21-22 The Nutcracker
Ohlone Community Band nov 6 Wed at 7pm jackson Theatre
Ohlone College Department of Theatre & Dance presents
Ohlone College Department of Theatre & Dance presents
Mission Peak Brass Band
Winter Dance Showcase
jackson Theatre
dec 5-7 Thu-Sat at 8pm NUMMI Studio Theatre
Jesus Christ Superstar
Ohlone Jazz/Rock Combos
nov 7-9, 14-16, 21-23 Thu-Sat at 8pm
Dec 5 & 6
NUMMI Studio Theatre
jackson Theatre
It's the year 2033, in the wake of global warming and nuclear fallout. There’s no middle class, only the poor and powerless pitted against the very few rich. Those that control the wealth control everything. As civilization reaches its end a messiah appears… Director Michael Navarra re-envisions Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera in a post-apocalyptic world. fremont symphony orchestra presents
Diablo Ballet: A Swingin’ Holiday…and More nov 9 Sat at 2pm & 8pm Jackson Theatre
Diablo Ballet opens their 20th Season with a new edition of their hit holiday show by Broadway choreographer Sean Kelley, accompanied by the Diablo Ballet Swing orchestra under the direction of Fremont Symphony Orchestra’s music director Greg Sudmeier. This season Diablo Ballet has added the West Coast premiere of “Our Waltzes,” by Venezuelan choreographer Vicente Nebrada, accompanied by pianist Roy Bogas.
Ohlone Wind Orchestra nov 10 Sun at 2pm jackson Theatre
Mission Peak Brass Band
Fri & Sat at 7pm
Ohlone Bands Christmas Extravaganza Dec 7
Sat at 2pm
mar 7 Fri at 8pm
Ohlone College Department of Theatre & Dance presents
Student Repertory Theatre One Act Plays, Bill 1 Mar 12–14 Wed-Fri at 8pm NUMMI Studio Theatre
Ohlone Wind Orchestra mar 16 Sun at 2pm
jackson Theatre
jackson Theatre
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Ohlone Community Band
the nutcracker
mar 19 Wed at 7pm
Yoko's Dance Academy dec 13 Fri at 8pm dec 14 Sat at 2pm & 8pm jackson Theatre
A family tradition, with choreography by Yoko Young and dancers from Yoko’s Dance & Performing Arts Academy, the perfect way to celebrate the season!
Berkeley City Ballet: The Nutcracker Dec 21 Dec 22
Sat at 1pm & 7:30pm Sun at 1pm & 7:30pm
jackson Theatre
A Celebration of Fremont mar 30 Sun at 7pm Jackson Theatre
The Fremont Symphony Orchestra is the perfect vehicle for presenting the history of our community as well as the current energy of our citizens. Guest performances by Diablo Ballet and Jon Mirsalis. Featuring: Connor Kim, winner, 2012 Young Artist competition.
jackson Theatre
Smith Center Presents! starstruck theatre presents
Peter Pan Jan 9-25 jackson Theatre
Peter and Wendy take flight in StarStruck’s delightful rendition of the musical Peter Pan.
nov 15 Fri at 8pm jackson Theatre
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harold lloyd’s “The freshman” A 1925 Silent Film accompanied by Organist Jerry Nagano apr 4 Fri at 8:30pm jackson Theatre
Heartthrob of the day and a well-loved comedian, Harold Lloyd, plays The Freshman, one of Lloyd’s most popular comedies. Lloyd's long career as a
may 3 Quartet San Francisco presented by Fremont Symphony Orchestra
Life literally abounds in comedy if you just look around you.
silent comedian rivaled that of Chaplin, especially in box office returns. As a hapless freshman who tries out for football but only makes water boy, he eventually saves the day, winning the big game and the girl. Full of hilarious gags, once again featuring Bay Area organ virtuoso Jerry Nagano, providing a fabulous underscore.
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Mel Brooks
The Smith Center continues to provide high quality artists to the community at affordable prices.
Whirled Chamber Music, “could easily be the most cheerful and brilliantly executed release of 2007.”
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Ohlone College Department of Theatre & Dance presents
Smith Center Presents! Ballet Folklorico Hans Boepple ComedySportz Jerry Nagano Jerry Nagano P&P*
Student Repertory Theatre One Act Plays, Bill 2 May 8-10 Thu-Sat at 8pm NUMMI Studio Theatre
Ohlone College Department of Theatre & Dance presents
Spring Dance Production Apr 24-26 Thu-Sat at 8pm
Mission Peak Brass Band may 9
jackson Theatre
With guest appearance from comedian and news anchor Mike Inouye from NBC’s Today in the Bay. may 2 Fri at 8:30pm
Ohlone Community Band and Ohlone Tuba Ensemble Concert in the Park may 10 Sat at 12:30pm Fremont Central Park Performance Pavilion at Lake Elizabeth
Ohlone Wind Orchestra May 11 Sun at 2pm jackson Theatre
jackson Theatre
Not comedy about sports, but comedy as a sport! Clean, fast and fun improv comedy for all audiences—because the audience is involved. The awardwinning interactive comedy show where two teams of “act-letes” compete for audience laughs and points while improvising scenes, games and musicals based on audience suggestions.
Ohlone Jazz/Rock Combos may 15-16 Thu-Fri at 7pm jackson Theatre
Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life. Berthold Auerbach
fremont symphony orchestra presents
Quartet San Francisco may 3 Sat at 8pm
nov 1 and apr 4 Organist Jerry Nagano
Photos: Aris Bernales / courtesy Diablo Ballet; quartetSF / Nancy Rothstein; nagano / rod searcey
ComedySportz Improv Comedy
$15 $18 $20 $15 $18 $20 $15 $18 $20 $10 $10 $10 $12 $12 $12
*Popcorn & Parking includes parking permit & bag of popcorn
Fri at 8pm
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Smith Center Presents!
Student / Senior / General
Music, Theater & Dance Productions Jesus Christ Superstar $15 $15 $20 POP! $12 $12 $15 Dance Productions $12 $12 $15 Student One Acts $10 $10 $12 Jazz/Rock Combos $10 $10 $15 Ohlone Bands $15 $15 $15 Ballet Performances Nutcracker / Yoko Nutcracker / BCB
$15 $20 $25 $15 $20 $25
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Tuesday-Thursday 12-7 pm; Friday & Saturday 12-5 pm; and one hour before all performances. to purchase tickets for:
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Grammy Award nominees for their last three CD releases, Quartet San Francisco expresses itself in standout virtuosic playing. Judith Schlesinger of All About Jazz wrote that their recording,
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nov 1 Buster Keaton’s “Steamboat Bill, Jr.” accompanied by Organist Jerry Nagano nov 9 Diablo Ballet presented by Fremont Symphony Orchestra
Music expresses that which cannot be said and on which it is impossible to be silent. Victor Hugo
The world is a tragedy to those who feel, but a comedy to those who think. Horace Walpole may 3 Quartet San Francisco presented by Fremont Symphony Orchestra
2013-2014 Season of the Arts