Shannondell Inspirations Fall 2011

SHANNONDELL

INSPIRATIONS INSPIRING THINGS TO DO, LEARN AND SHARE

EVENT GUIDE SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2011

Table of Contents Get Outside ................................... page 2 Fitness & Wellness........................... page 4 Aquatics ......................................... page 6 Fitness ............................................. page 8 Games, Clubs & Classes .............. page 14 Games ............................................ page 14 Clubs ............................................... page 18 Classes ............................................ page 20 Spiritual Services ............................ page 22 Performing Arts ............................. page 24 Broadway Series ........................... page 26 Concert Series ............................... page 29 Other Performances ..................... page 33

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TIME TO GET OUTSIDE AND ENJOY

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all at Shannondell … for many residents, their favorite time of year.

Crisp mornings beckon short strolls. Fall foliage invites day trips to nearby parks and fairs. Pumpkins remind us that the holidays aren’t far behind. And, of course, Phillies post-season play usually overlaps with Eagles football (editors prediction).

Indeed, the sites and sounds of fall are just around the corner and with them abundant opportunities to get out and enjoy all that life at Shannondell offers. Hydro-Pilates on Monday. Party Bridge on Tuesday.

Billiards on Wednesday. Clay workshop on Thursday. A Friday concert and a movie on Saturday night. The choices to mix it up and try new things are only limited by your preferences and energy level. And Michelle reminds you that she can help you work on that energy level in the Fitness Centers.

So, as we fall back into that Shannondell rhythm, grab a friend and be adventurous. It’s catching.

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Fitness & Wellness W

ith cooling weather, the Fitness centers and indoor pool get busier. But, thanks to a changing and expanding list of classes, including multiple days and times to partake of the same sessions, it never seems crowded.

Check out the NEW Circuit Training class Monday mornings in the Ashcroft Fitness Center.

It’s a great way to kick off the week. We’ve also added another Classic Yoga class on Tuesdays in Ashcroft and a Zumba Gold class Thursday mornings in the Bradford Fitness Center. If classes just aren’t your thing, remember the pool is available for open swim when classes are not in session.

Finally, we hope to see you October 1st for our annual Alzheimer’s Memory Walk. It’s a fun event and a great cause.

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Health & Wellness

Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together we can Reclaim the Future.

Saturday,October 1 (rain date, Oct. 2)

Wellness nurses offer preventive screening, counseling and education to help you maintain good health. To schedule an appointment, please call: Lynn (ext. 5206), Crisa (ext. 5140), or Mary Jo (ext. 6433).

For more comprehensive health care, The Main Line Health Center at Shannondell offers board certified physicians and licensed staff specializing in the health care needs of aging adults. Located in the lower level of the Ashcroft Clubhouse, the Health Center can be reached at ext. 5241.

Join other Shannondell residents and staff at the outdoor bocce courts for a walk around the community to support the Delaware Valley Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Light refreshments will be served following the walk, including a raffle for prizes. ($10 registration fee required)

Personal Training

Golf

Fitness evaluation, orientation, and training with an exercise physiologist.

Call Michelle (ext. 5258) or Stacy (ext.

6417) for an appointment prior to using exercise equipment.

The Club at Shannondell boasts an 18-hole golf course, pro shop, locker rooms, pool complex, and full-service restaurant and bar. For tee times, call 610.382.9320

Massage

Bulletin Boards

Massage encourages circulation and decreases joint stiffness/inflammation.

To schedule an appointment with a certified therapist, call 215.237.6920.

Check the Fitness Center bulletin boards for timely fitness, health, and nutritional information. Questions?

Michelle (ext. 5258)/Stacy (ext. 6417).

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Aquatics Classes Shallow Shape-up

Aqua-cize

Monday, 9 a.m.

Tuesday, 8 a.m.

Not sure where to start? This class may be a good “jumping off” point. Taking you around the pool “circuit” style, this program offers many cardio and strengthening benefits.

For all fitness levels, this high-energy aerobic workout to upbeat music gets the heart pumping. Did you know that every gallon of water you move weighs 8.3 lbs.?

Water Walking Tuesday, 9 a.m.

Hydro-Pilates Monday, 9:45 a.m.

This non-impact strengthening and stretching program helps to develop “core” body stabilization, enhance strength, correct posture, and relieve stress. Taking traditional mat pilates into water is exhilarating.

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Gentle movements make this a good choice for a wide variety of fitness abilities. Come and enjoy cardio, strengthening, balance and joint range of motion benefits.

Aqua-cize in 30!

Aqua-cize

Open Swim

Thursday, 8 a.m.

Daily/Staffed - Thursday, 1:30 p.m.

For all fitness levels, this high-energy aerobic workout to upbeat music gets the heart pumping. Did you know that every gallon of water you move weighs 8.3 lbs.?

Enjoy the run of the Aquatics Center pool when classes aren’t being conducted.

Hydro-Pilates

Wednesday, 8:30 a.m.

30 minutes of high energy cardiovascular exercise that will move your entire body, burn calories, and strengthen your muscles.

Hydro-Pilates Wednesday, 9 a.m.

This non-impact strengthening and stretching program helps to develop “core” body stabilization, enhance strength, correct posture, and relieve stress. Taking traditional mat pilates into water is exhilarating.

Friday, 10 a.m.

Water Walking Thursday, 9 a.m.

Gentle movements make this a good choice for a wide variety of fitness abilities. Come and enjoy cardio, strengthening, balance and joint range of motion benefits.

A non-impact strengthening and stretching program to develop “core” body stabilization, strength, better posture, and stress relief.

Taking traditional mat pilates into water is exhilarating.

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TUESDAY

Fitness Classes Circuit Training

Strength in 30!

Body Balance

Monday, 9 a.m. (Ashcroft)

Monday, 11 a.m. (Ashcroft)

Monday, 1:30 p.m. (Bradford)

A non-stop variety of exercise stations including strength, cardiovscular, and range of motion (ROM). This workout complements any existing program! All are welcome.

In 30 minutes, strengthen, tone and improve upper and lower body endurance.

Standing/seated dumbbell exercises end with a stretch.

Learn techniques to improve balance during daily activities.

Coordination exercises help to reinforce muscle memory.

Meditation Outside The Box Monday, 10 a.m.

(Ashcroft Meditation Room)

This non-sectarian approach emphasizes tools for well-being, stress relief and growth. Explore the many methods of meditation.

Classic Yoga Monday, 10 a.m. (Bradford) Yoga uses seated, standing and floor postures to stretch and strengthen the entire body. Chair postures may be substituted for floor stances.

Stretch, Strength & Move Monday, 1:30 p.m. (Ashcroft) Stretching & strength exercises with chair aerobics mixed in.

Meditation

Monday, 11 a.m. (Bradford)

Monday, 2 p.m.

(Ashcroft Meditation Room)

Seated and standing exercises combined with stretching tone hips, thighs and legs (focusing on muscles from the waist down).

Using seated relaxation and breathing methods, students learn to de-stress and will leave refreshed, relaxed, and feeling at peace. For all fitness levels.

Lower Body Toning

Classic Yoga

Tai Chi (Beginner)

Tuesday, 9 a.m.

(Ashcroft)

Tuesday, 10 a.m.(Bradford living room)

Yoga uses seated, standing and floor postures to stretch and strengthen the entire body. Chair postures may be substituted for floor stances.

A great “stress reducer,” Tai Chi focuses the mind first and teaches the body to follow by shifting balance points combined with deep breathing.

Proven to improve physical balance.

Stretch & Strength Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. (Bradford) A seated program (to music) that isolates muscle groups leading to better posture while sitting or standing.

Starts and finishes with stretching.

Tuesday, 11 a.m. (Bradford) A Latin-inspired, cardio-fitness class that will get you smiling and moving to the beat in no time. In the process, you’ll burn a few calories.

Stretch & Balance Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. (Ashcroft) A relaxing, seated stretch-only class that has you in and out in about 20 minutes. Remember, flexibility is just as important as strength and cardiovascular exercise.

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Fitness Classes

Seated Tai Chi

Classic Yoga Thursday, 9 a.m. (Bradford)

Classic Yoga

Wednesday, 11 a.m.

(Bradford living room)

Wednesday, 10 a.m. (Ashcroft) Yoga uses seated, standing and floor postures to stretch and strengthen the entire body. Chair postures may be substituted for floor stances.

Core Conditioning Wednesday, 10 a.m. (Bradford) Strengthen “core” muscles including abdominals, back, buttocks, hips, and thighs with mostly floor work exercise.

You will feel and notice the results.

Wednesday, 11 a.m. (Ashcroft) A Latin-inspired, cardio-fitness class that will get you smiling, moving to the beat, and burning calories in no time.

Body Balance Wednesday, 11 a.m. (Bradford) Techniques to improve balance during daily activities. Coordination exercises help to reinforce muscle memory.

Improve physical and mental health from your chair/wheelchair, and help gain strength, stamina and mobility.

Come and find a happier new you.

Zumba: In The Chair!

Wednesday, 1:30 p.m. (Ashcroft) A seated class that gets the toes tapping (to music), the heart rate up and the blood pumping. Bring your smile!

Strength in 30!

Men’s Max Muscle

Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. (Bradford) Strengthen, tone and improve upper/ lower body strength and endurance in 30 minutes. Standing/seated dumbbell exercises end with a stretch.

For men only, this class focuses on strength training for a total body workout using a variety of equipment.

We want to “pump” you up!

Wednesday, 1:30 p.m. (Bradford)

Seated, standing and floor postures to stretch and strengthen the body.

Thursday, 10 a.m. (Bradford) A Latin-inspired, cardio-fitness class that will get you smiling, moving to the beat, and burning calories in no time.

THURSDAY Tai Chi (Intermediate) Thursday, 10 a.m.

(Ashcroft living room) A great “stress reducer,” Tai Chi focuses the mind first and teaches the body to follow by shifting balance points combined with deep breathing.

Stretch & Strength Thursday, 10:30 a.m. (Bradford) A seated program (to music) that isolates muscle groups leading to better posture while sitting or standing.

Starts and ends with stretching.

Seated Yoga Thursday, 11 a.m. (Ashcroft) Learn Yoga technique, positions, and breathing while seated in a chair. Every ”body” is welcome (no floor work).

Fit Walk Thursday, 1:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft Fitness Center) An outdoor trek on Shannondell grounds incorporating stretching and strength exercise – all while observing nature.

Belly Dance (beginners welcome)

Meditation

Thursday, 11 a.m. (Bradford) Set to music, this fun class offers both a cardio and muscle-toning workout.

Isolates hips, thighs, shoulders, arms, and abdominals, requires standing.

Using seated relaxation and breathing methods, students learn to de-stress and will leave refreshed, relaxed and feeling at peace. For all fitness levels.

Thursday, 2 p.m. (Ashcroft)

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Fitness Classes

Strength in 30!

Friday, 10 a.m. (Bradford) Friday, 11 a.m. (Ashcroft) Strengthen, tone and improve upper and lower body muscle strength in 30 minutes. Standing/seated dumbbell exercises end with a stretch.

Friday, 11 a.m.

(Bradford living room) Improve physical and mental health from your chair/wheelchair, and help gain strength, stamina and mobility.

Come and find a happier new you.

Friday, 9 a.m. (Ashcroft living room) A Latin-inspired, cardio-fitness class that will get you smiling and moving to the beat in no time. And in the process, you’ll burn a few calories.

Seated Tai Chi

Stretch & Strength Men’s Max Muscle Friday, 11 a.m. (Bradford) For men only, this class focuses on strength training for a total body workout using a variety of equipment.

We want to “pump” you up!

Friday, 1:30 p.m. (Ashcroft) A seated program (to music) that isolates muscle groups leading to better posture while sitting or standing.

Starts and ends with stretching.

Walking Group Friday, 2 p.m. (Ashcroft Bistro)

Ask about our fun and motivating incentive programs that complement all scheduled classes and individual fitness programs throughout the year.

Enjoy stretching your legs with friends and neighbors as we meet in the Ashcroft Bistro for a staff-led, moderately paced community walk.

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Games, Clubs & Classes A

ctivities abound this fall. With more than 50 clubs, groups and classes now underway, there’s never a shortage of great choices from Mahjong and bridge to book clubs and lectures.

Note the newly scheduled tennis sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

And, be sure to check in with the Shannondell Art Gallery for upcoming exhibits featuring both residents’ and regional artists’ latest work. Speaking of talent, also be sure to stop and admire the bounty of wildlife sculptures – all carved by our resident woodcarving students – in the Ashcroft display cases.

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Family History Writing Group

Games at Shannondell Chess

Party Bridge

Party Bridge

Monday, 12:45 p.m.

(Bradford card room)

Tuesday, 12:15 p.m.

(Ashcroft card room)

Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft living room)

Everyone, including you, has a story to tell. Learn how to put it in writing with ease, and how to make it interesting, as well.

If Billiards is the most popular game at Shannondell, Bridge isn’t far behind.

Duplicate Bridge

Whether an expert or novice, you’ll enjoy the company and learn a few new moves.

Table Tennis

Pinochle Monday (1st/3rd), 1 p.m.

(Ashcroft card room)

Hand and Foot Card Game

Monday (3rd), 11 a.m.

(Ashcroft card room)

Monday, 12 p.m. (Bradford Gallery) Sporting cushioned flooring similar to Olympic Table Tennis venues, table tennis at Shannondell is always competitive and fun!

Mahjong Mon., 12:30 p.m. (Bradford club room) Mon., 1:30 p.m. (Ashcroft club room) Mahjong is played by four players and involves a set of 152 tiles based on Chinese characters and symbols.

It takes skill, but also a little luck.

A classic “trick-taking” game with bidding, melds and tricks. A little “poker” face doesn’t hurt either.

Tennis Time Tuesday,11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Thursday,10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

(Kinetix Sports Club) Join this weekly co-ed doubles group.

All skill levels are welcome.

Tuesday, 12:45 p.m.

(Bradford card room)

Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.

(Bradford card room) A North American game related to Canasta. Best played by four people in partnerships.

Mexican Train Dominoes

Billiards: Women’s League Tuesday, 2 p.m.

(Ashcroft) With Men’s, Women’s, Co-ed, and Beginners’ Billiards leagues, the clatter of billard balls and laughter is a common sound in both clubhouses.

Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.

(Bradford card room) A double twelve set of dominoes is used. Best for four or more players.

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Games at Shannondell

Billiards: Beginner Women Thursday, 10 a.m. (Ashcroft)

Billiards: Women’s League

Duplicate Bridge

Wednesday, 10 a.m. (Ashcroft)

Wednesday, 12:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft card room)

Canasta Thursday, 1 p.m. (Bradford card room)

Billiards: Co-Ed League Wednesday, 1 p.m.

(Clubhouses alternate monthly.

See calendar for location.)

Pinochle Wednesday, 1 p.m.

(Bradford card room)

Scrabble Table Tennis Wednesday, 12 p.m. (Bradford Gallery) Sporting cushioned flooring similar to Olympic Table Tennis venues, table tennis at Shannondell is always competitive and fun!

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Wednesday, 1:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft living room) Another popular game at Shannondell, the Scrabble Club invites all levels of players.

Rummikub

One of the “rummy” family of games, Canasta is played by four (2 partner teams) with two standard decks of cards.

Wednesday, 2 p.m.

(Bradford club room)

Cribbage

Another “tile” game (akin to Scrabble), Rummikub combines elements of Rummy, Chess, Dominoes, and Mahjong.

This popular game can be played with two or more and involves grouping cards in combinations to gain points.

Poker Wednesday, 7 p.m.

(Ashcroft club room) No matter how you “hold’em,” you’ll have a blast testing your skills and trying your luck with these residents.

Thursday, 1 p.m. (Ashcroft card room)

Billiards: Men’s League Thursday, 7:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft & Bradford)

Pinochle Friday, 1 p.m. (Ashcroft card room)

Rummikub Friday, 2 p.m. (Bradford club room)

Table Tennis Friday, 2 p.m. (Bradford Gallery)

Scrabble Friday, 2 p.m. (Ashcroft living room)

Bocce Leagues Seasonal Contact Activities for dates & times.

Wii Bowling Leagues Seasonal Contact Activities for dates & times.

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Clubs at Shannondell

The Shannondell Singers

Current Events Discussion Group Cryptology Club

Brian Horoho directs this co-ed chorus that rehearses weekly and performs semi-annually in the Performing Arts Theater.

Focusing on one work of fiction each month, this resident-moderated group offers insightful interpretations in a social and fun setting.

Monday (2nd & 4th), 1:30 p.m. (Ashcroft card room)

Non-Fiction Book Club

Woodcarving Club

Monday, 10 a.m. (Ashcroft card room) Thursday, 10:30 a.m. (Bradford) A resident-moderated group, this Club meets weekly to discuss various topics of interest in regard to current world affairs.

The Art Gallery (Ashcroft) Showcasing residents’ and regional artists’ creative talents. Opening Sept. 23rd: Doris Davis-Glackin, Preview 3 pm, Artist Talk 3:30 pm (Movie Theater), Reception 4–6 pm. (through Oct. 20). November 11th kicks off the Annual Holiday Gift Show.

Don’t miss out – begin your holiday shopping early (through Dec. 15)!

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Thursday (6th), 2:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft card room)

If you enjoyed the Nicolas Cage movie “National Treasure,” you’ll enjoy this study of hidden information via encryption. It’ll grab you.

Needlework Club Monday (2nd & 4th), 11 a.m.

(Ashcroft arts & crafts studio) This group does so much for our area communities, including making pillowcases for heart and cancer patients and teddy bears for kids involved in car accidents.

Book Discussion Group

Tuesday, 3 p.m.

(Performing Arts Theater)

This resident-led group describes themselves as a “lively bunch of armchair historians” who enjoy a wide variety of non-fiction work.

The Actors Studio Tuesday, 10 a.m.

(Performing Arts Theater) Under the direction of Robb Hutter, this group of talented residents has a blast learning the latest acting techniques, reading scripts, rehearsing and performing.

Friday (4th), 1 p.m.

(Ashcroft card room)

Photography Club Thursday (4th), 2 p.m.

(Ashcroft arts & crafts studio) Open to all skill levels, this group focuses on composition, contrast, lighting, and special effects for better, more interesting photos.

Model Railroad Club Thursday (1st), 2:15 p.m.

(Ashcroft movie theater) Boasting more than 60 members, the Model Railroad Club is the keeper of the ever-expanding model railroad room – with almost 1,000 feet of track!

Friday (1st), 2 p.m.

(Ashcroft woodcarving studio) Join this talented group of wood carvers as they learn to turn ordinary blocks of Tupelo wood into amazing lifelike wildlife sculptures.

Garden Club Residents garden at their leisure While winding down from peak growing season, our gardeners are mulching and already trading seed and plant catalogs for next year.

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Classes at Shannondell Computer Class

Monday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Monday, 1-3 p.m.

(Bradford computer lab) Led by Lee Berg, classes include Beginner and Intermediate PCs, email, internet shopping, file management, Word, and more.

Wednesday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

(Bradford computer lab)

Ballet Dancing Wednesday, 11 a.m.

(Performing Arts Theater) Susan Cade and Tatyana Featherman keep everyone on their toes (figuratively speaking).

Painting

(Beginner & Intermediate) Tuesday, 10 a.m.

(Ashcroft living room) Learn the “Electric Slide,” the “Freeze” and other popular line dances in this resident-led class.

Pottery & Sculpture Wednesday, 10 a.m.

(Ashcroft arts & crafts studio) Led by Maria Orr, this unstructured class is for all clay sculpting skill levels wanting to learn and improve.

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Thursday, 10 a.m.

(Ashcroft arts & crafts studio)

Computer Classes

Line Dancing

Widener University/ Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Painting

Wednesday, 1 p.m.

(Ashcroft arts & crafts studio) Led by Maria Orr, this unstructured class for all skill levels teaches watercolor, oil and/or acrylic techniques.

Computer Class

Painting & Clay Workshop

Presents:

Thursday, 1 p.m.

(Bradford arts & crafts studio)

American Past: Myth & Reality

Computer Class Thursday, 1-3 p.m.

(Bradford computer lab)

Computer Class

Tap Dancing (Beginner)

Friday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

(Ashcroft computer lab)

Friday, 9 a.m.

(Performing Arts Theater) Tap your way to better health, balance and coordination while having a blast learning the steps.

Ballet Fitness Friday, 1 p.m.

(Performing Arts Theater)

Line Dancing (Beginner & Intermediate) Saturday, 1 p.m.

(Ashcroft living room)

Every Tuesday: October 11 – November 8 1 p.m., Ashcroft Movie Theater Instructor: Michael Simeone Much of our knowledge of history comes from textbooks and films that based their content on commercial considerations. This course will look behind the curtain to examine some of the key events and people in our past. The real stories may surprise you ($40).

Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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SPIRITUAL SERVICES

T

he diversity of spiritual beliefs at Shannondell

makes our community both

Ecumenical Communion

Back to Basics Bible Study

Catholic Mass

Tuesday (1st), 7:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft movie theater)

Tuesday (4th), 4 p.m. (Ashcroft Card Room) Thursday (3rd), 4 p.m. (Bradford Card Room)

Wednesday (last), 10 a.m.

(Ashcroft movie theater)

This communion service in the Protestant tradition led by retired resident clergy.

Pastor Bill Mueller of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church brings the parables of Jesus to life using Biblical and present day images.

Mass is led by Fr. Golias of St. Teresa of Avila Church.

an interesting and caring

Vespers

place to live. Between

Tuesday (3rd), 7:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft movie theater)

retired clergy, theologians and teachers, there’s never a shortage of volunteers to lead services and group study.

Vespers, a traditional Protestant service, is led by retired resident clergy.

Rosary Wednesday, 3 p.m.

(Ashcroft movie theater) Residents of the Catholic faith meet to pray and say Rosary.

Bible Study: The Acts of the Apostles Fridays, 11 a.m. (Sept. 2 - Nov. 19) (Ashcroft Card Room) Betsy Graf, a Princeton Theological Seminary graduate, leads this discussion of the fifth book in the New Testament.

Shabbat Friday (2nd), 7:30 p.m.

(Bradford movie theater) This service is led by resident volunteers.

Shabbat Friday (4th), 7:30 p.m.

(Ashcroft movie theater) This service is led by resident volunteers.

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Performing Arts A

rtistic director Jeffrey Uhlig has put together another season of superb musical entertainment in the Shannondell Performing Arts Theater.

Joining Jeffrey on stage this fall – soprano Elisa Mathews, baritone Jeffrey Coon, soprano Liz Filios, and soprano Colleen Daly, to name a few. Filling out the fall schedule – the Copeland String Quartet visits Shannondell in September, Methacton Community Theater presents “1776” in October, Shannondell Opera presents La Boheme in November, and festive concerts deck the halls in December, including the MacGuffin Theater and Audubon Symphony Orchestra.

You won’t want to miss a single performance in the coming months. So, mark your calendar now and plan to be thoroughly entertained … all the way through the holidays!

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Jeffrey Uhlig, Artistic Director & Pianist Broadway & Concert Series Jeffrey Uhlig has performed with many outstanding singers and instrumentalists including members of The Philadelphia Orchestra, The New York Philharmonic and The Metropolitan Opera. He plays regularly with The Philadelphia Orchestra Concert Master David Kim, Principal Cellist, Hai-Ye Ni and Principal Trombonist, Nitzan Haroz. Mr. Uhlig studied piano with William Masselos and Gaby Casadesus and studied art song literature with Dalton Baldwin. He received a Master of Music Degree from West Chester University.

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Broadway Series The Sound of Music Elisa Mathews (soprano) & Jeffrey Uhlig (piano) September 13, 7:30 p.m.

Elisa Mathews Soprano Elisa Matthews is attracting attention in musical theatre and opera for her stunning voice and compelling stage presence. Most recently, Ms. Mathews played Magnolia in Show Boat at Media Theatre.

Other roles include Johanna in a Barrymore-winning production of Sweeney Todd with Arden Theatre Company, Belle in A Christmas Carol with People’s Light & Theatre, Eliza Doolittle in My Fair Lady and Nancy in Oliver! with Media Theatre. Elisa has premiered numerous musical theatre works including Frank London’s A Night in the Old Marketplace with Prince Music Theater and Café Puttanesca with Arden Theatre Company.

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Songs For The Leading Man Jeffrey Coon (baritone) & Jeffrey Uhlig (piano) October 10, 7:30 p.m.

Jeffrey Coon A 10-time Barrymore nominee for Theatre Excellence, Jeffrey Coon is a Philadelphia-based actor and singer. Mr. Coon has performed in more than 75 professional productions including the Walnut Street Theatre, Arden Theatre Company, Philadelphia Theatre Company, People’s Light & Theatre Company, Prince Music Theatre, Fulton Theatre Company and many others. Mr. Coon has also toured nationally, appearing at prestigious regional houses such as Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre and Houston’s Theatre Under the Stars.

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When You Wish Upon A Star

A Young Diva Sings Great Arias

Liz Filios (soprano), Rachel Camp (soprano) & Jeffrey Uhlig (piano)

Colleen Daly (soprano) & Jeffry Uhlig (piano) Rachel Camp Ms. Camp most recently performed with Montgomery Theater in a production of The Great American Trailer Park Musical. She’s also performed in People’s Light & Theatre Company’s The Three Musketeers: The Later Years, and Theatre Horizon’s The 25th Annual Putnum County Spelling Bee. Ms. Camp, a graduate of Montclair State University, also enjoys teaching children, including Theater Horizon’s Autism Drama Outreach program and action-adventure dance storytelling classes for 3-year olds.

November 2, 7:30 p.m.

Not one, but two powerful soprano voices fill the Theater.

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CONCERT Series

September 23, 7:30 p.m.

From The Magic Flute to Alcina, this Diva soars with impressive clarity and exhilarating power.

Liz Filios

Colleen Daly

Ms. Filios has performed locally at the Arden Theatre, the Wilma Theatre, the Walnut Street Theatre, the Joyce Soho, and the Bang On A Can Contemporary Music Festival in New York. She has also performed with the Cape Town Opera Company in South Africa, the International Opera Theatre in Italy, and throughout Europe as a cabaret singer for Celebrity Cruise Lines. Recently, Ms. Filios was nominated as Best Actress in a Musical for her performances in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Singin’ in the Rain.

A professor of voice at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Ms. Daly has also performed with the Lyric Opera Studio, the Opera Company of Philadelphia, Opera New Jersey and the Aspen Music Festival and School. Called a “dramatically powerful” singer by The Washington Post, Ms. Daly’s roles include The Academy of Vocal Arts’ production of Lucia di Lammermoor, La Traviata, Kát’a Kabanová, and Manon, Opera Vivente’s production of Alcina, Giulio Cesare, and La Bohème, and The Turn of the Screw and Il Barbiere di Siviglia with the Maryland Opera Studio.

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Concert Series

Violin With A Spanish Flair Luigi Mazzocchi (violin) & Jeffrey Uhlig (piano) November 18, 7:30 p.m.

With Latin American flair, Mr. Mazzocchi delivers a distinctive program sure to delight.

A World of Oboes Mark Synder (oboe, oboe d’amore, English horn) & Jeffrey Uhlig (piano) October 25, 7:30 p.m.

Join us for an evening of enchanting woodwind sounds.

Mark Synder Mark Snyder has toured with orchestras throughout the U.S. and Asia, performing both as a member of the oboe section and as a soloist. Ensemble performances include: Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas, North Eastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic, Vermont Symphony Orchestra, Reading Symphony Orchestra, Delaware Symphony, Princeton Symphony, New England Symphonic Ensemble, Moscow Chamber Orchestra, Manhattan Chamber Orchestra and the Westchester Chamber Orchestra. Mr. Synder’s Broadway credits include Les Miserables, Little Women, South Pacific, Tale of Two Cities, and The Phantom of the Opera.

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Luigi Mazzocchi A native of Venezuela, Luigi Mazzocchi is a member of the Orchestra of the Opera Company of Philadelphia, The Pennsylvania Ballet, The Delaware Symphony, The Ocean City Pops, Gaudeamus Ensemble, and the Faculty of the Wilmington Music School.

Mr. Mazzocchi has also attended music festivals in Latin America, the U.S., Spain, France, and Australia. Luigi studied violin with Liliana Ciulei at Rowan University and also with Helen Kwalwasser at Temple.

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Concert Series

Other Performances Copeland String Quartet

A Holiday Celebration Carla Dirlikov (mezzo soprano), Michael Gallant (tenor) & Jeffrey Uhlig (piano) December 4, 3 p.m.

Kicking off our holiday season, this afternoon of music and song is sure to warm the heart.

Michael Gallant An active opera singer, Mr. Gallant has performed the roles of Count Almaviva in Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Tamino in Mozart’s The Magic Flute, Ramiro in La Cenerentola, and Fenton in Verdi’s Falstaff. He has also sung Don Ramiro in La Cenerentola and Laurie in Mark Adamo’s Little Women.

Carla Dirlikov Carla Dirlikov made her European opera debut singing the role of Principessa Eboli in Verdi’s Don Carlo with the Opera Royal de Wallonie. She also performed as Preziosilla in Verdi’s La Forza del Destino at the Caramoor Festival and has performed as a soloist in Mexico, including the National Center for the Arts, the National Mexican Anthropology Museum, Casa del Lago and the UNAM. 32

September 19, 7:30 p.m.

Travis Wetzel Trio

Four Delaware Symphony Orchestra players – Eliezer Gutman, violin, Thomas Jackson, violin, Nina Cottman, viola, and Mark Ward, cello – entertain and inspire with a dazzling string quartet repertoire that’s won an enthusiastic Delaware Valley audience.

Oktoberfest Celebration:

Glenn Miller, A One-Man Band September 27, 7:30 p.m.

Playing a Petosa MIDI accordion, Mr. Miller, singlehandedly, produces sounds equivalent to a 14-piece orchestra. From Big Band, Swing, Country and Classic Rock, to Polkas and Waltzes, you’ll find it hard to believe your eyes and ears.

September 7, 7:30 p.m.

Performing bluegrass, swing, gospel, classical, and country songs, this popular trio includes Travis (a regular on The Grand Ole Opry), Bob Sutor on guitar, banjo and vocals and Ron Greenstein on stand-up bass.

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Other Performances Methacton Community Theater presents “1776” October 7, 8, 14 & 15, 7:30 p.m.

October 9 & 16, 2 p.m.

Based on the events leading up to July 4, 1776, this Tony award-winning musical focuses on the efforts of John Adams and Benjamin Franklin as they coerce Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence. Music and lyrics

by American songwriter Sherman Edwards.

Charles Salinger Trio

Wayne Presbyterian Orchestra

October 17, 7:30 p.m.

October 26, 7:30 p.m.

Specializing in popular swing and jazz music from the 1920s to the 1940s, The Charles Salinger Trio includes Charles Salinger, principal clarinetist with the Delaware Symphony Orchestra, Dave Posmontier on piano and Ed Wise on Bass.

Director Tim Evers is at the baton of The Wayne Presbyterian Church Orchestra, a group of talented local musicians, ranging from high school to retirement age. Don’t miss this classic evening of classical favorites.

The Tonics: An A Cappella Evening October 20, 7:30 p.m.

Thad Shirey (baritone) & Teresa D’Andrea (mezzo soprano) October 12, 7:30 p.m.

From Madame Butterfly, Rigoletto, Showboat, Beauty & The Beast, Fiddler on the Roof, A Little Night Music and Meet Me In St. Louis … to Anything Goes, Zorba, The King & I, and Showboat, Thad and Terry bring your Broadway and Opera favorites to the Performing Arts Theater stage.

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Performing an eclectic mix of modern, indie, pop, rock, folk, blues, gospel and traditional music, this Philadelphia-based men’s group’ repertoire includes hits such as Little Red Riding Hood, Since I Fell, I Love My Boss, Moondance and Boogie Down, among others.

Vintage Variety Show Featuring: The Shannondell Belly Dancers October 21, 7:30 p.m.

A dazzling throwback to the days of traveling carnival shows, you’ll be transported to exotic lands by The Arabian Dancers of Shannondell (and special guests). The group promises not only an entertaining show, but also games and prizes.

Eaken Piano Trio

The Shannondell Opera presents: La Boheme November 4, 7:30 p.m.

1830s Bohemian life in Paris is revealed through the eyes of Rudolpho (poet), Mimi (seamstress), Marcello (painter) and Musetta (singer). This tale of love and tragedy offers one of today’s most recognized operas.

October 28, 7:30 p.m.

For 10 years, these performers were “Artists in Residence” at Dickinson College.

Today, the popular Trio has performed throughout America, Canada, Europe, and Asia, and is also heard, regularly, on classical music programs including NRP’s All Things Considered.

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Other Performances

December 1, 7:30 p.m.

Festive Brass Quintet

Enchanté Cabaret français – the premier French cabaret group in Philadelphia – performs the music of Piaf, Brel, LeGrande, Porter, Gershwin and many others. Ne manquez pas cette passionnante performance!

November 9, 7:30 p.m.

An encore Shannondell performance following rave reviews in 2010, this Philadelphia-based group includes Barbara Prugh (trumpet), John Thyhsen (trumpet), Joan Dowlin (horn), Stephen Shiffer (trombone), Tyrone Breuninger (trombone/euphonium), and Peter Krill (tuba).

Christine Andreas (soprano) & Martin Silvestri (piano) November 22, 7:30 p.m.

Christine Andreas recently appeared as Jacqueline in the Tony Awardwinning production of La Cage Aux Folles with Kelsey Grammer on Broadway. She joins Grammy Awardnominated producer and arranger Martin Silvestri, on piano, for a special pre-holiday Cabaret show.

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Enchante French Cabaret

The Sound of Music

By MacGuffin Theatre & Film Co. December 5, 7:30 pm The songs you know by heart. The scenes of the Austrian countryside forever ingrained in your mind. Join a cast of 30 young actors from MacGuffin Theater Company for a story made famous by Maria and the Von Trapp children. This is one of our favorite things.

Tri-County Band

Voices of Christmas

December 12, 7:30 p.m.

A Concert by Norristown Chorale

Audubon Symphony Orchestra

Since first gathering at a firehouse 60 years ago, the Tri-County Band has delighted thousands in the Delaware Valley. Today, the Band boasts a membership of more than 90 musicians. A toe-tapper!

December 19, 7:30 p.m.

December 21, 7:30 p.m.

Enjoy a repertoire of holiday music – from great choral masterworks such as Handel’s Messiah …to Bach’s O Holy Night and Laurisdsen’s moving Ave Maria – Norristown Chorale will put you in the holiday spirit.

A Shannondell favorite, Audubon Symphony Orchestra is led by music director Jeff Bradbury. This talented group of local musicians always manages to present an entertaining and unique show. Join us during the height of the holidays in the Performing Arts Theater.

Bryn Mawr Mainliners December 14, 7:30 p.m.

An a cappella men’s chorus that sings predominantly in the barbershop “four-part” style, The Mainliners perform throughout the year in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Join us for an evening of beautiful harmonies.

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