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Performing Arts Series
Presented in cooperation with the
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Wabash Valley
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ARTS COUNCIL
2012 - 2013 Series
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The Red Velvet Cake War
A Community Theatre Production
7:30, Friday, & Saturday, October 19 & 20 1:30, Sunday, October 21
Directed by Lynn Kinkade
In this riotously funny Southern-fried comedy, the three Verdeen cousins—Gaynelle, Peaches and Jimmie Wyvette—could not have picked a worse time to throw their family reunion. Their outrageous antics have delighted local gossips in the small town of Sweetgum (just down the road from Fayro), and the eyes of Texas are upon them, as their self-righteous Aunt LaMerle is quick to point out. Having “accidentally” crashed her minivan through the bedroom wall of her husband’s girlfriend’s doublewide, Gaynelle is one frazzled nerve away from a spectacular meltdown. Peaches, a saucy firebrand and the number one mortuarial cosmetologist in the tri-county area, is struggling to decide if it’s time to have her long-absent trucker husband declared dead. And Jimmie Wyvette, the rough-around-the-edges store manager of Whatley’s Western Wear, is resorting to extreme measures to outmaneuver a priss-pot neighbor for the affections of Sweetgum’s newest widower. But the cousins can’t back out of the reunion now. It’s on and Gaynelle’s hosting it; Peaches and Jimmie Wyvette have decided its success is the perfect way to prove Gaynelle’s sanity to a skeptical court-appointed psychologist. Unfortunately, they face an uphill battle as a parade of wildly eccentric Verdeens gathers on the hottest day of July, smack-dab in the middle of Texas tornado season. Things spin hilariously out of control when a neighbor’s pet devours everything edible, a one-eyed suitor shows up to declare his love, and a jaw-dropping high-stakes wager is made on who bakes the best red velvet cake. As this fast-paced romp barrels toward its uproarious climax, you’ll wish your own family reunions were this much fun!
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Yesterday:
A Tribute To The Beatles
7:30, Friday, November 2
Yesterday performs widely throughout the world sounding and looking like the Beatles. The four members together in concert thrill their global audiences with powerful vocal harmonies, bright stage mannerisms, and slick costumes. From their mop top hair-do’s and Ed Sullivan-style suits down to Beatle boots, Yesterday takes the audiences back in time on a mystery tour from 1964 to 1966 in the first set, thoroughly detailing the catalogue of songs masterminded by the John Lennon and Paul McCartney duo in the early heyday of Beatle-mania. Then, in the second set, they enter the psychedelic age beginning in 1967. With screaming fans, mustaches, and satin Sgt. Pepper suits, Yesterday completes the era of peace and love with treasured memories and unforgettable songs from 1969. After the show, the Yesterday Beatles remain to chat and sign autographs with fans. Any Beatles fan will totally enjoy this tribute performance by Yesterday. The home base for the band is Las Vegas.
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The Musical Spirit of Christmas
Featuring the WVC Community Choir1:30, Sunday, December 2
The Wabash Valley College Community Choir will return to the stage to open this year's Christmas Concert Showcase. Directed by Stephen G. Sawyer, this outstanding choral group will begin the program with traditional seasonal favorites. Also to be featured will be special performances by several area choral groups. This always-popular performance of beautiful sacred and secular seasonal music is a concert the entire family will want to attend.
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The Queen of Bingo
7:00, Tuesday, December 18
In the tradition of the hilarious Harvey Korman and Tim Conway sketches from the old Carol Burnett Show, comes the stage comedy The Queen of Bingo! 'Sis' and 'Babe,' two sisters on the other side of 50, want to add a little fun and excitement to their lives...but where to find it? The Queen of Bingo explores the world of Bingo, family ties, diet crazes, widowhood, hot flashes, and winning! The audience joins in the fun during the "Middle Bird Special" - a real Bingo game where some lucky audience member wins a FREE 10 lb. frozen turkey at every performance! Theatregoers will howl with laughter as two zany guys, playing two crazy gals, light up the stage in the comedy hit The Queen of Bingo!
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The Marvelous Wonderettes
1:30, Sunday, February 24
The Marvelous Wonderettes takes you to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet the Wonderettes (Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy). They are four girls with hopes, dreams and voices all as big as their crinoline skirts. As we learn about their lives and loves, we are treated to the girls performing beautifully arranged renditions of classic 1950’s songs. After intermission, you will have a wonderful surprise as you are whisked away to the girls’ ten-year reunion. The Wonderettes perform again with high-octane and soulful renditions of classic 1960’s tunes, and we see how their friendships have changed and endured in this captivating new Off-Broadway hit. Songs included in the production are Mr. Sandman, Lollipop, Dream Lover, Lipstick on Your Collar, Respect, Sincerely, It’s In His Kiss, Wedding Bell Blues, It’s My Party, Leader of the Pack, and many more top-of-the-chart hits.
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Almost Heaven: The Music of John Denver
A Community Theatre Production Directed by Sue Schriber
7:30, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, March 14, 15 & 16;
1:30, Sunday, March 17
Almost Heaven weaves together the songs of John Denver to create a uniquely theatrical narrative that reflects upon the country during the years in which he wrote them. Twenty-nine of Denver's songs will be performed by an ensemble of talented vocalists directed by Sue Schriber. Some of John Denver’s signature songs to be performed will include Rocky Mountain High, Sunshine on My Shoulders, Annie’s Song, Leaving on a Jet Plane and Calypso. Many other songs that have been rediscovered and reinvented will be performed against a backdrop of stunning visual images of America in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s, a time of social unrest and political protest. The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. This musical production will feature a pit band directed by Alison Dudley on piano and will include Dylan Hawf on guitar and violin, Doug Hawf on bass, and Kent Ingrum on drums.
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New Odyssey: 3 Guys, 30 Instruments
1:30, Sunday, May 5
New Odyssey is a trio of incredibly talented musicians who are versatile, funny, talented, polished and family-oriented in presentation. The band members have been together for over 20 years and have performed at literally thousands of functions, always to complete satisfaction and rave reviews! This is a show you must see and hear to believe. A New Odyssey concert repertoire includes outstanding arrangements of almost every style that can be performed on 30 different musical instruments! Music selections will include songs from the Beach Boys, the Beatles, Johnny Cash, Glenn Miller, gospel and country artists and pop songs from the 1950’s and 1960’s. With a unique combination of great music utilizing 30 instruments, audience participation and comedic zaniness, a New Odyssey concert experience is an unforgettable one.
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Ticket Information
Patron Passes ..... $40.00 (a $62.00 value)
Annual 100 Club Patrons
$100.00 (Includes Two Patron Passes)
Corporate or Family Sponsors
$250.00 (Includes Four Patron Passes)
Arts Advocates
$500.00 (Includes Four Patron Passes)
Single Admission
$6.00
The Red Velvet Cake War
The Musical Spirit of Christmas
$8.00
Almost Heaven Songs of John Denver
$10.00
The Marvelous Wonderettes
The Queen of Bingo
New Odyssey: 3 Guys, 30 Instruments
$12.00
Yesterday: A Tribute to the Beatles
Make Checks Payable to the
Wabash Valley Arts Council
2200 College Drive
Mt. Carmel, IL 62863-2657
(618) 263-5124
email seatonc@iecc.edu
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