Performing Arts Series

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Performing Arts Series
15th
Anniversary
Season
Sharing our stories
SCHAUER
ARTS CENTER
2015-2016 PERFORMING ARTS SEASON
Developing, Supporting & Promoting the Arts
As a non-profit, regional center for the arts, the Schauer Arts Center provides
experiences that inspire creativity and connect people. We strive to be a vital
resource that fosters, supports, and enriches the cultural, educational, and
social well-being of our community.
Filled with culture and history, the Schauer Center was transformed from a canning
factory built in 1919 into an architectural award-winning performing and visual arts
center. Since opening in 2001, the Schauer Center presents professional touring
performances in the Ruth A. Knoll Theater and regional artwork in the Suckow Family
Art Gallery, and also serves as a home to our resident groups: Hartford City Band,
Hartford Community Chorus, The Hartford Players, and the Kettle Moraine
Fine Arts Guild.
We are a gathering place where people from all walks of life achieve a sense of
belonging and benefit from enjoying and participating in the arts. Our year-round
School of the Arts offers music, theater, dance, and visual arts education for all ages,
levels, and visions. In addition, the Schauer Center is the perfect backdrop for a variety
of special occasions and business functions that can be hosted throughout our facility.
T O
P U R C H A S E
T I C K E T S
VISIT THE BOX OFFICE 147 N. Rural Street Hartford
Monday–Friday 11:30 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday 11:30 am to 2:00 pm or one hour prior to show time
CALL 262-670-0560, EXT. 3 during the hours listed above
SCHAUER
ARTS CENTER
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ONLINE AT SCHAUERCENTER.ORG Some restrictions apply.
Some shows have more than one performance, so please check event
dates/times when ordering your tickets. All events, dates, and times are
subject to change. We make every effort to alert patrons to such changes.
The Schauer Center accepts cash, check, credit card—Visa, MasterCard or
Discover—and Schauer Center gift certificates. Payment must accompany
ALL ticket orders. No tickets will be placed on hold. All ticket prices include
processing/facility fees and Wisconsin sales tax. All sales are final.
SEASON GRANT FUNDING
The 2015-16 Performing Arts Series receives funding through grant support from the Wisconsin Arts Board, with
help from the State of Wisconsin and Arts Midwest, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts.
SAT, SEPT 19
FRI, SEPT 25
FRI, OCT 16
SAT, OCT 17
SUN, OCT 18
FRI, OCT 23
FRI, NOV 20
FRI - SAT, DEC 4 – 5
FRI, DEC 11
FRI, DEC 18
FRI-SUN, JAN 15-17
FRI - SAT, JAN 22 - 23
SUN, JAN 24
SAT, JAN 30
FRI, FEB 5
Pam Tillis CMA Vocalist of the Year
An Evening with Groucho Starring Frank Ferrante
Letters Home Voices from the Front
Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets Everything Old is New Again
The Berenstain Bears: Family Matters
Based on books by Stan and Jan Berenstain
Borders of the Mind Mentalist Joshua Kane
Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo Guitarists Extraordinaire
It’s a Wonderful Life Live Radio Play
Doktor Kaboom The Science of Santa
Kettle Moraine Symphony Holiday Pops Concert
Random Acts of Comicality The Hartford Players
Disney’s Alice In Wonderland, Jr.
Based on the book by Lewis Carroll
Rick Ponzio Storytelling
Peter, Paul & Willy Singer-Songwriter Guitar Trio
Goodnight Moon &The Runaway Bunny
Based on books by Margaret Wise Brown
FRI, FEB 12
SAT, FEB 13
FRI, FEB 19
SUN, FEB 21
FRI - SAT, FEB 26-27
FRI, MAR 4
SUN, MAR 6
SUN, MAR 13
Hot Club of San Francisco Gypsy Jazz Swing
Cinema Vivant Hot Club of San Francisco
Chicago Comedy Night Pat McGann & Jim Flannigan
David Landau Music & Laughter
Steel Crazy Steelband Island Rhythms & Good Vibes
Mipso Southern String Band AUDIENCE CHOICE SHOW
Bob Kann Story-filled Juggling
BFG (The Big Friendly Giant)
Based on the book by Roald Dahl
FRI - SAT, MAR 18-19
Aladdin Missoula Children’s Theatre
FRI, APR 8
SAT, APR 9
Hotel California A Salute to The Eagles
The StepCrew High-Energy Celtic Song and Dance
th Anniversary Community Arts Showcase
SUN , APR 10
FRI, APR 15
Celebration of Local Talent
Masters of Hawaiian Music
George Kahumoku, Jr. & Friends
Lighthouse Big Band Swingin’ Big Band Jazz
SAT, APR 16
SUN, APR 17
SAT, APR 23
FRI, MAY 6
FRI - SAT, MAY 20-21
The Barley Jacks Acoustic Alchemy and Fiddle Wizardry
Jared Sherlock Comic Magician & Illusionist
Rockapella A Trip Across the Decades
FRIDAY JUNE 3
Piano Fondue All Request Music and Comedy
Reid Miller Story Time with Puppets
Events subject to change. Confirm event date/time with the Schauer Center at 262-670-0560, ext. 3. For a list of pre-show activities, see page 27.
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SCHAUER CENTER 201516 PERFORMING ARTS SERIES
«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
MAINSTAGE
S E R I E S
World-class performances at small-town prices!
THE RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER WELCOMES
THE HIGH-CALIBER TALENT AND ARTISTRY OF
MUSICIANS, ACTORS, COMEDIANS, AND DANCERS
WHO HAVE TOURED THE GLOBE.
ADD IN THE EXCITEMENT OF A LIVE AUDIENCE, AND YOU’VE CREATED
A MEMORABLE, ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EXPERIENCE.
Pricing Most Mainstage events are priced
in two tiers: PRIME and SIDE. For most
events, SIDE seats receive a $4 discount off
PRIME prices. SIDE seating is at a 90˚ angle
to the stage and may have slight viewing
obstructions.
Community Performances As a regional arts center,
we select several Mainstage events to recognize the
support received from surrounding communities. For
those performances, residents of that community
have the opportunity to receive $4 off full price tickets. Community prices are listed in the event descriptions.
Happy 15th Birthday to the Schauer Arts Center!
FROM THE DIRECTOR»
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HARING OUR STORIES is this season’s theme. Whether told through song, dance,
painting, or monologue; the arts provide amazing ways to share our stories. Each performance this
year will do just that —whether it’s the artist’s personal story, the stories of a particular culture or time in
history, or a beloved story from Americana and more — stories will be shared all season long. To learn more
about each story or artist, there’s a suggested reading list for each performance on the First National Bank of
Hartford’s Mainstage Series. Visit your local library to start your journey into the 15th season!*
The Schauer Arts Center carries its own amazing story. Did you know we’re in a former canning factory
that was built nearly 100 years ago? Did you know we pull our core audience from a 40 mile radius around
Hartford? Did you know we’re an independent non-profit organization that relies on your support to
continue the work we do? In the late 1990s, Fred and Bea Schauer decided to create an arts center for their
friends and neighbors to gather in, to share in artistic experiences, and socialize with one another. Their
initial gift set the dream in motion and wonderful donors throughout the greater community contributed to
make it a reality. Many donors continue to do so each year, ensuring the Schauer Center continues to thrive
for generations to come. The support of our Friends over the years has allowed us to grow our facility and
expand our programming to best serve you, your family, friends, and neighbors. The Schauer Arts Center
wouldn’t be here without you. Your gifts are an investment that sees many returns through the over 40,000
smiling faces that enjoy our performances and events each year; through the students who learn and grow
in our School of the Arts; through those we take artists to in senior care facilities, Boys & Girls Clubs, schools,
and churches; and through the improved quality of life that you and all those around you experience just by
the Schauer Center’s existence. Thank you for helping us reach 15 years. Let’s celebrate!
—Brenda Johnston, Executive Director
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*The Jack Russell Memorial Library in Hartford has the suggested books available throughout the season for your reading enjoyment.
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MAINSTAGE S E R I E S
Saturday, September 19, 2015
7:30 pm
ART GALLERY RECEPTION 6:30–7:30 PM
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Schauer 15th Anniversary Season
First National Bank of Hartford
Mainstage Serie
AUGHTER OF MUSIC CITY
royalty, Pam Tillis was determined
to find her own way as a singer and
songwriter — and she succeeded.
A CMA Female Vocalist of the Year,
she has written songs for some of the
top singers in and beyond Nashville,
as well as herself, including her hits:
Maybe it Was Memphis, Shake the Sugar
Tree, and Mi Vida Loca (My Crazy Life).
It’s All Relative was a critically-acclaimed
tribute to her father, Mel Tillis.
PamTillis.com
Adult $44 · $40
Student w/ID $10
SPONSORS
WTKM
104.9 FM
CDM Tool
& Manufacturing
Pam Tillis
GFWC
Hartford
Women’s Club
CMA Vocalist of the Year
Suggested Reading List American Country: Bluegrass, Honky-Tonk, and Crossover Sounds by
Lloyd Sachs; Country Music, U.S.A. by Bill C. Malone; The Pam Tillis Mystic Biscuit Cook Book
Friday, September 25, 2015
2:00 & 7:30 pm
DONORS LOUNGE 6:30–7:00 PM
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CCOMPANIED BY AN onstage
pianist, award-winning actor
Frank Ferrante recreates his acclaimed
PBS portrayal of the legendary
Groucho Marx. The fast-paced
comedy consists of the best Groucho
one-liners, anecdotes and songs,
including Hooray For Captain Spalding
and Lydia, the Tattooed Lady. You’ll
literally become part of the show as
Ferrante ad-libs his way throughout
the performance in grand Groucho
style. EveningWithGroucho.com
Adult $34 · $30 Student w/ID $10
Juneau Residents $30 · $26 Eve only
JUNEAU NIGHT An Evening with Groucho
starring Frank Ferrante
EVENING SPONSOR
Suggested Reading List Groucho and Me by Groucho Marx;
Raised Eyebrows: My Year Inside Groucho’s House
by Steve Stoliar
— Michael Doucett photo
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«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
Friday, October 16, 2015 7:30 pm
ART GALLERY RECEPTION 6:30–7:30 PM
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ITHOUT POLITICIZING, the wars in
Afghanistan and Iraq are brought
center stage as actors dramatize letters
written by soldiers serving in the Middle
East. Drawing inspiration from the New
York Times op-ed article, The Things They
Wrote, the critically-acclaimed play gives a
powerful portrait of the soldier experience.
The performance reveals the humanity
within the warfare while defining what it
means to serve our country today.
GriffinTheatre.com/letters-home
Adult $35 · $31
Student w/ID $10
Watertown Residents $31 · $27
W AT E R T O W N N I G H T Letters Home
Voices from the Front
Suggested Reading List
Dear America: Letters Home From Vietnam
by Bernard Edelman; The Civil War: A Soldier’s Letters
Home 1861-1863 by Samuel Selden Partridge
Saturday, October 17, 2015 3:00 pm
M
ILWAUKEE’S PREMIER doo-wop
group is always fun and always in
style. Along with their dynamic live band,
the sharp-suited foursome of Reginald T.
Kurschner (high tenor), Don Lobacz
(first tenor), Tommy Lueck (baritone),
and Aaron Schmidt (bass) revive musical
memories of the early rock ‘n’ roll era.
With energetic harmonies, humor, and
choreography, a finger snappin’, hip shakin’
night is in store! FourGuyz.com
Adult $26 · $22
Student w/ID $10
Slinger Residents $22 · $18
SLINGER AFTERNOON
SPONSORS
Hartford Lioness Club
Hartford Lions Club
Suggested Reading List: Forever Doo-Wop: Race, Nostalgia, and
Vocal Harmony by John Michael Runowicz; Doo Wop: The
Music, the Times, the Era by Bruce Morrow, Rich Maloof, et al
Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets
Everything Old is New
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MAINSTAGE S E R I E S
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DAZZLING DEMONSTRATION
of the powers of the
mind! Like Professor X, Kane
identifies those with special
abilities who project their own
thoughts and tap into the powers
of their intuition. An amazing,
interactive performance where
the entire audience experiences
simultaneous telepathy and
witnesses dazzling feats of psychic
phenomena. Can he read your
mind? Or is it mastery of reading
body language? JoshuaKane.com
Adult $38 · $34 Student w/ID $10
Borders of the Mind
Mentalist Joshua Kane
Friday, December 4, 2015
2:00 & 7:30 pm
ART GALLERY RECEPTION 6:30–7:30 PM
DONORS LOUNGE 6:30–7:00 PM
Saturday, December 5, 2015
3:00 pm
PRE·SHOW SOUND BITES 2:00–2:30 PM
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It’s a Wonderful Life
Live Radio Play
ATCH AND LISTEN as four
performers and Foley artists turn
Frank Capra’s classic into a live radio play,
masterfully conquering multiple characters
and sound effects. It’s Christmas Eve 1945,
and only a handful of WVL Radio’s voice
actors have braved the blizzard to perform
broadcast of It’s a Wonderful Life. With
their b
messages of optimism, the clever adaptation
messa
breathes new life into the story of George
breath
Bailey. GardnerArtsNetwork.com
Bailey
Adult $31 · $27
Student w/ID $10
Richfield Residents $27 · $23 Evening only
R IC H F IEL D A RE A N I G H T FRIDAY MATINEE SPONSOR
AmericInn Hotel & Suites of Hartford
EVENING SPONSOR
Suggested Reading List: The Foley Grail: The Art of Performing
Sound for Film, Games and Animation by Vanessa Theme Ament
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Schauer 15th Anniversary Season
Friday, October 23, 2015
7:30 pm
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Friday, December 18, 2015
7:30 pm
«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
PRE·SHOW SOUND BITES 6:15–7:00 PM
Kettle Moraine Symphony
Holiday Pops Concert
C
ELEBRATE THE SPIRIT OF THE SEASON! Under the direction of Paul Thorgaard,
Washington County’s “hometown” symphony orchestra performs heart-warming
holiday favorites like Sleigh Ride and White Christmas, as well as classics like Ralph
Vaughan Williams’ Greensleeves and Russian Christmas Music by Alfred Reed.
Established in 1968, the full Symphony features over 60 professionally-educated
musicians from the greater-Milwaukee area. KMSymphony.org
Adult $22 · $18 Student w/ID $10
West Bend Residents $18 · $14
WEST BEND NIGHT SPONSOR
Suggested Reading List Stories Behind the Best-Loved Songs of Christmas by Ace Collins;
The Spirit of Christmas: A History of Best-Loved Carols by Virginia Reynolds
Peter, Paul & Willy
Singer/Songwriter Guitar Trio
Saturday, January 30, 2016 7:30 PM
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N EXPLOSIVE, YET INTIMATE collaboration of guitarists/songwriters Peter Mulvey,
Paul Cebar, and Willy Porter. When Peter’s mirthful, gravelly baritone combines with
Paul’s Midwestern soul and spoken English, along with Willy’s fiery fret work, it’s a wholly
original experience. Addressing each tune with true artistry, the trio’s playing ranges from
tender acoustic jazz to rootsy blues, and folk-infused rock.
PeterMulvey.com PaulCebar.com WillyPorter.com Adult $34 · $30 Student w/ID $10
Suggested Reading List: The NPR Curious Listener’s Guide
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To American Folk Music
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Germantown Residents $30 · $26
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MAINSTAGE S E R I E S
Hot Club of San Francisco
Saturday, February 13, 2016 7:30 PM
A
DONORS LOUNGE 6:30–7:00 PM
N EVENING OF VINTAGE SILENT FILMS accompanied by live gypsy swing!
As images flicker to life, musicians play their guitars and fiddles, matching every
move-ment on the screen with characteristic virtuosity, passion, and humor. Celebrating the
imagination and innovation of two gifted storytellers, the program features There It Is (1928),
The Cameraman’s Revenge (1912), and The Mascot (1933). HCSF.com
Adult $38 · $34 Student w/ID $10
Suggested Reading List Django: The Life and Music of a
Gypsy Legend by Michael Dregni; Silent Movies: The Birth of Film
and the Triumph of Movie Culture by Peter Kobel
Mipso
Jackson Residents $34 · $30
JACKSON NIGHT Southern String Band
Friday, March 4, 2016 7:30 pm
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ATHERED AROUND a single mic,
Mipso’s chemistry is undeniable.
Renegade traditionalists Jacob Sharp
(mandolin), Joseph Terrell (guitar), Libby
Rodenbough (fiddle), and Wood Robinson
(double bass) are pushing Appalachian
folk traditions into new territory. With
ringing harmonies, poignant lyrics,
Audience
Choice
Show!
and heart-melting charisma, the North
Carolina four-piece group borrows the
best from bluegrass, contemporary
country, pop, and gospel to create their
hallmark sound. MipsoMusic.com
Adult $30 · $26 Student w/ID $10
Schauer 15th Anniversary Season
Cinema Vivant
Allenton Residents $26 · $22
ALLENTON NIGHT Suggested Reading List Blind But Now I See: The Biography
of Music Legend Doc Watson by Kent Gustavson
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«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
Hotel California
A Salute to The Eagles
Friday, April 8, 2016 7:30 pm
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XPERIENCE THE GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING SONGS that defined a
generation. By blending extraordinary vocal and musical talents, Hotel
California faithfully salutes the sounds of The Eagles, bringing their timeless music
into the new millennium. Showcasing such mega-hits as Take it Easy, Heartache
Tonight, and Love will Keep Us Alive, the action-packed performance transcends the
boundaries of Rock, R&B, and Country. HotelCal.com
Adult $38 · $34
Student w/ID $10
Suggested Reading List To the Limit: The Untold Story of the Eagles
SPONSOR
by Marc Eliot; Heaven and Hell: My Life in the Eagles (1974-2001) by Don Felder
The StepCrew
High-Energy Celtic Song and Dance
Saturday, April 9, 2016 3:00 pm
PRE·SHOW SOUND BITES 1:45–2:30 PM
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N UNBELIEVABLE DISPLAY OF DANCE! With exhilarating
musicians and dancers from the likes of The Chieftains,
Cherish the Ladies, and Bowfire, the cast takes you on a journey
through the captivating styles of Ottawa Valley stepdance,
Irish stepdance, and modern tap. As if dancing weren’t enough,
The StepCrew boasts world-class fiddlers, flawless vocals, and
an ensemble of the most respected musicians in the Celtic
genre today. StepCrew.com
Adult $38 · $34
Student w/ID $10
Hartford Residents $34 · $30
HARTFORD AREA AFTERNOON 10
SPONSOR
KM Tours
Suggested Reading List The Story of Irish Dance by Helen Brennan
MAINSTAGE S E R I E S
Sunday, April 10, 2016
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3:00 pm
ELEBRATE 15 YEARS of “developing, supporting, and
promoting the arts” with Schauer Center resident groups —
the Hartford City Band, Hartford Community Chorus, the Hartford
Players, as well as the Schauer School of the Arts. Featuring
notable selections from past performances, the ensembles come
together during group numbers that display the wealth of talent in
our community. SchauerCenter.org
Adult $20 Student w/ID $10
Friday, April 15, 2016 7:30 pm
PRE·SHOW SOUND BITES 6:30–7:00 PM
ART GALLERY RECEPTION 6:30–7:30 PM
Masters of Hawaiian Music
George Kahumoku, Jr.& Friends
H
AWAII’S RENAISSANCE MAN George Kahumoku, Jr.
is a multiple Grammy Award-winning slack
key guitarist, teacher, storyteller, and writer. Roots
in rich Hawaiian cultures reflect both traditional and
contemporary music. Joined by the charismatic duo,
Da Ukulele Boyz, and a hula dancer, George’s vocals
and instrumental interludes on the delightful 12-string
slack key playfully blend stories, songs, and good fun.
Kahumoku.com Adult $32 · $28 Student w/ID $10
Beaver Dam Residents $28 · $24
BEAVER DAM NIGHT SPONSOR
HARTFORD ROTARY CLUB
Suggested Reading List
Hawaii by James Michener
Supported by the Arts Midwest Touring Fund—a
d
program off the
th Arts
Midwest, which is generously supported by the National Endowment for
the Arts with additional contributions from the Wisconsin Arts Board.
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15th Anniversary
Community Arts Showcase
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MAINSTAGE S E R I E S
Saturday, April 16, 2016 3:00 pm
PRE·SHOW SOUND BITES 1:45–2:30 PM
«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
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IG BAND IN FULL SWING! Featuring
sounds of the 1940’s through today,
the LBB features 16 of the region’s finest
instrumentalists under the direction of
Marian University professor Brian Lydeen.
Since 2003, the Band has shared the stage
with Tom “Bones” Malone, Kevin Mahogany,
and Janet Planet. With a repertoire
spanning from Glenn Miller to Count Basie,
to ‘50s and ‘60s tunes, you’ll be dancing in
your seat! Lighthouse-Big-Band.com
Adult $29 · $25
Student w/ID $10
Kewaskum Residents $25 · $21
KEWASKUM AFT E R N O O N Suggested Reading List Swing Changes: Big-Band Jazz
in New Deal America by David W. Stowe Lighthouse Big Band
Swingin’ Big Band Jazz
Friday, May 20, 2016 7:30 pm
DONORS LOUNGE 6:30–7:00 PM
ART GALLERY RECEPTION 6:30–7:30 PM
Saturday, May 21, 2016 3:00 pm
PRE·SHOW SOUND BITES 1:45–2:30 PM
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ING IT ROCKAPELLA! One of the
world’s most imitated a cappella
groups is back by popular demand.
Since achieving fame on PBS’s Where In
The World Is Carmen Sandiego?, they’ve
provided a funky powerful soundtrack
to generations of vocal music fans.
With catchy original pop songs, and
contemporary revisions of Motown, pop,
and soul classics, Rockapella has always
been the one to watch. Rockapella.com
Adult $42 · $38
Student w/ID $10
Horicon Residents $38 · $34 Evening only
HORICON NIGHT FRIDAY EVENING SPONSOR
Rockapella
A Trip Across the Decades
Mayville Residents $38 · $34 Matinee only
MAYVILLE AREA AFTERNOON Suggested Reading List America's Musical Life: A History
by Richard Crawford
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Awaken your imagination!
THE FAMILY SERIES ENCOURAGES THE YOUNG AND THE YOUNG
AT HEART TO EXPLORE THE FANTASTIC WORLD OF LIVE THEATER.
FROM A FUN TWIST ON A FAIRY TALE TO A MAGIC TRICK THAT WILL
LEAVE YOU MESMERIZED, EACH FAMILY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE IS
APPROXIMATELY 60 TO 90 MINUTES IN LENGTH. MANY TIMES,
THE PERFORMERS APPEAR IN THE LOBBY AFTER THE SHOW
FOR A MEET AND GREET WITH THE AUDIENCE.
Sunday, October 18, 2015
3:00 pm
ART WORKSHOP | 1:30–2:30 PM
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ROTHER BEAR’S grades
are slipping, Sister Bear
has a few things to learn about
making friends, and Papa Bear
can’t stop eating junk food.
Thankfully, we can depend on
Mama Bear to help set things
right. Using the iconic stories
and imagery of the books,
the Off-Broadway musical
teaches the importance of
honesty, health, and safety.
BerenstainBearsLive.com
Adult $14 Student $10
Child $8 Lap $5
Workshop $10
Clockwise from top left: Courtney Daniels, Joe Thomas,
Liz Folio and Matt Densky. Photo by Aaron Epstein.
The Berenstain Bears: Family Matters
Based on the books by Stan and Jan Berenstain
Schauer 15th Anniversary Season
FAMILY
S E R I E S
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Friday, December 11, 2015
7:00 pm
«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
ART WORKSHOP | 5:30–6:30 PM
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F SCIENCE AND MAGIC are the
same thing, then Santa must
be the world’s greatest scientist!
Doktor Kaboom wants to figure out
how Santa Claus makes reindeer
fly, decides who is naughty and
nice, and manages to get down the
chimney. In hopes of one-upping
Santa, Kaboom experiments
with a hovercraft, creates an
exothermic reaction, and explores
the chemical composition of snow.
DoktorKaboom.com
Adult $14 Student $10
Child $8 Lap $5
Workshop $10
Doktor Kaboom!
THE SCIENCE OF SANTA
SPONSOR
The Children’s Play Gallery
BY
Mantz Imagination, LLC
Friday, January 22, 2016
7:00 pm
ART WORKSHOP | 5:30–6:30 PM
Saturday, January 23, 2016
3:00 & 7:00 pm
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RAVEL DOWN THE RABBIT
HOLE! Join Alice’s madcap
adventures in Wonderland as she
chases the White Rabbit, raps with
a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and
beats the Queen of Hearts at her own
game. This fast-paced adaptation
of the timeless film features new
arrangements of such Disney songs as
I’m Late, The Un-birthday Song, and
Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah.
SchauerCenter.org
Adult $13 Student $10
Child $8 Lap $5
Workshop $10 Friday only
BASED ON THE DISNEY FILM
AND THE BOOK BY LEWIS CARROLL
PERFORMED BY
SCHAUER RISING STARS PRODUCTIONS
SATURDAY MATINEE SPONSOR
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First Bank Financial Centre
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FAMILY S E R I E S
ART WORKSHOP | 5:30–6:30 PM
Goodnight Moon & The Runaway Bunny
Based on the books by Margaret Wise Brown
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HIMSICAL PUPPETRY AND ORIGINAL MUSIC bring a new appreciation to stories
that have delighted generations. A young rabbit goes through a bedtime ritual of
saying goodnight to everything in sight; another bunny tells his mother he wants to run
away, beginning an imaginary game of chase. Both tales feature soothing rhythms and
dream-like imagery that infuse a sense of peace. MermaidTheatre.ca
Adult $14 Student $10 Child $8 Lap $5 Workshop $10
Sunday, March 13, 2016
3:00 pm
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UPPETS AND ACTORS
create a fantastical
world of magical adventures!
The BFG, a 15-foot-tall
vegetarian giant with
vocabulary problems, teams
up with an orphan girl.
Together, Sophie and her
new “jumbly” friend devise a
plan to save the children of
England from child-eating
giants. Along the way, they
are assisted by the Queen of
England, the British Army,
and the Royal Air Force.
DCT.org
Adult $16 Student $10
Child $8 Lap $5
SPONSOR
Hartford Electric
BFG (The Big Friendly Giant)
Schauer 15th Anniversary Season
Friday, February 5, 2016 7:00 pm
Based on the book by Roald Dahl
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«RUTH A. KNOLL THEATER»
FAMILY S E R I E S
Aladdin
Missoula Children’s Theatre
Conceived and Written by Michael McGill
Friday, March 18, 2016
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7:00 pm
Music and Lyrics by Michael McGill
Saturday, March 19, 2016 3:00 pm
OR ALADDIN it’s not easy to find a
magic lamp but it’s even harder to get
a date! It’s a swirling sandstorm of famous
Arabian Tales from Ali Baba to Scheherazade,
and even Sinbad the Sailor, as Aladdin
journeys to find a magic lamp in a Cave
of (not-so-great) Wonders. Along his way
Aladdin seeks answers and advice from
wise genies, a powerful sultan, and his own
mother to find a way to meet the Princess.
However, even with the lamp in hand,
Aladdin will have to learn that it takes more
than a wish to make a good impression. Full
of memorable characters, from lost Penguins
to talking Palm Trees, this is an adventure
worthy of 1001 laughs. MCTInc.org
Adult $14 Student $10 Child $8 Lap $5
Friday, May 6, 2016
7:00 pm
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N ECLECTIC AND
energetic show that
will amaze you!
Award-winning illusionist
Jared Sherlock blends
modern magic with
comedy, juggling,
and friendly audience
interaction. Witness a lady
getting sliced into pieces,
rack your brain as water
defies gravity or be a part
of an illusion yourself! You
won’t want to miss what
The Bob and Tom Show call,
“Amazing…”
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Adult $16 Student $10
Child $8 Lap $5
Jared Sherlock
Comic Magician/Illusionist
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WITH THE CASUAL LOUNGE ATMOSPHERE
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CABARET EVENTS ARE THE PERFECT NIGHT OUT
FOR AGES 18 AND OLDER. CASH BAR OPENS ONE HOUR PRIOR TO SHOW TIME
AND FOR THE DURATION OF THE EVENT.
Cabaret-style seating upstairs in Pikes Peak at reserved tables
of up to four (4) per table and priced in tiers of PREMIUM and
STANDARD. STANDARD seats receive a $3 discount off PREMIUM.
Note the STANDARD tables are behind the PREMIUM tables.
Seating is limited.
Friday, November 20, 2015
8:00 pm
Cash Bar • 7:00 pm
O
ne of the most soughtafter acoustic guitar duos
on the scene, Frank Vignola’s
jaw-dropping technique
ignites with Vinny Raniolo’s
accomplished rhythmic
accompaniment. Armed
with a vast repertoire — from
Beethoven to Gershwin,
Simon & Garfunkel to Rodrigo,
Ellington to Bob Marley —
a whirlwind punctuated by
jazz influences and elements
of humor. Together, their
sense of spontaneity is sheer
entertainment.
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Friday, January 15, 2016 8:00 pm
Saturday, January 16, 2016 8:00 pm
Sunday, January 17, 2016 3:00 pm
ART GALLERY RECEPTION | 6:30–7:30 PM
«PIKES PEAK»
Cash Bar • Open one hour prior
A SCHAUER CENTER BENEFIT PRODUC TION
P E R F O R M E D B Y T H E H A R T F O R D P L AY E R S
DIRECTED BY JERRY BECKER
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AVE A BLAST WITH THE HARTFORD PLAYERS as they ascend to
the punny pinnacle of Pikes Peak with witty wackiness.
The raucous musical comedy revue features the funniest songs and
scenes from Broadway to Hollywood AND some unexpected surprises.
From the first note to the final punchline, the hilarious cast of
characters is sure to make you laugh out loud! HartfordPlayersLtd.com
Premium $24
Standard $21
Friday, February 12, 2016
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8:00 pm
Cash Bar • 7:00 pm
JOIN US FOR A PRE-SHOW FRENCH WINE TASTING
from 6:30 pm –8:00 pm for an additional $10. Pre-order tickets through the Box Office.
WING THIS! CELEBRATE the music
of Django Reinhardt and Stéphane
Grappelli with panache. Borrowing gypsy jazz
instrumentation from the original Hot Club,
the group breathes new life into ‘20s and ‘30s
dance music with fresh arrangements by lead
guitarist, Paul Mehling. Featuring Grammy
Award-winning violinist Evan Price, the velvet
vocals of Isabelle Fontaine, and a swinging
rhythm section, they never fail to delight.
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REATOR AND HOST of Emmynominated The Chicago Stand Up
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ccrowd. A regular on WGN Morning News,
Jim Flannigan has appeared (twice!) on
The Late Show with David Letterman.
Also hailing from Chicago, Jim’s quick
wit has earned him a growing fan
base. After 10 years on the scene, Jim
is a mainstay at top comedy clubs,
opening for Brad Garrett and Rob
Schneider. PatMcGannComedy.com
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Chicago Comedy Night
Pat McGann & Jim Flannigan
Steel Crazy Steelband
Island Rhythms and Good Vibes
Friday, February 26, 2016 ART GALLERY RECEPTION 7:00–8:00 PM
8:00 pm Cash Bar • 7:00 pm
Saturday, February 27 8:00 pm Cash Bar • 7:00 pm WORKSHOP $5 | 2:00 PM
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HE SOUND OF SWEET tropical steel returns! Established in 2006, Steel Crazy
transformed from a class at a local college into a ten-piece steel drum band that
exudes incredible positive energy. The Hawaiian shirt-clad group conjures up feelings
of tropical warmth, lots of smiles, happy feet, and dancing as they perform songs like
Tequila, Kokomo, and Hot, Hot, Hot. SteelCrazyBand.com Premium $25
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Saturday, April 23, 2016 8:00 pm
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The Barley Jacks
Acoustic Alchemy and Fiddle Wizardry
O
RIGINAL VOCALS, JAW-DROPPING
instrumentals, and a little magic combine in
the spirit of fun. These masters of the fiddle, guitar,
bass, and drum meld their divergent backgrounds
of blues and bluegrass, classical and Celtic, R&B
and bebop, to create something entirely new.
Front–man and fiddler Brian Wicklund is joined by
Joe Cru (guitar), Kevin Rowe (bass), and Joel Arpin
(percussion). BarleyJacks.com
Premium $25
Standard $22
Friday, June 3, 2016
8:00 pm
Cash Bar • 7:00 pm
N
OT YOUR TYPICAL dueling
pianos show! Featuring
entertainers with decades
of experience, Piano Fondue
does it all with class, style,
Piano Fondue
All-Request Music & Comedy
and a whole lot more. Part
live requests, part headline
entertainment, the performance
has the versatility of a DJ and
the quick wit of a stand-up
comedian. With musical styles
from country to pop, oldies to
Broadway, you’ll be clapping,
singing, and laughing along.
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TIKES IN PIKES S E R I E S
WITH PLENTY OF AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION, THE TIKES IN PIKES SERIES
INVITES OUR LITTLEST AUDIENCE MEMBERS TO LAUGH AND SING ALONG. OFFERING
A RELAXED, KID-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT IN PIKES PEAK ON THE SECOND FLOOR;
PROGRAMS ARE ONLY 60 MINUTES. CASUAL SEATING IS GENERAL ADMISSION.
Rick Ponzio Storytelling
Sunday, January 24, 2016 3:00 pm
“Folk Tales from Around the World” is a dynamic performance
of fun folk tales from a variety of cultures and countries. Rick
brings to life characters and animals to enrich and entertain the
audience. Enjoy folk tales, myths, legends, and fables from places
such as Mexico, Puerto Rico, Kenya, China, and Africa or myths of
Native American peoples.
Adult/Student $5 Child $3 Lap $1
David Landau Music & Laughter
Sunday, February 21, 2016 3:00 pm
Silliness rules! David Landau is a former first grade teacher, an
award-winning musician and entertainer, and he is very silly. Enjoy his upbeat musical program which will keep children
engaged and constantly thinking. Audiences will sing a little,
dance a little, and laugh A LOT. HappyTrails.biz
Adult/Student $5
Child $3
Lap $1
Bob Kann Story-filled Juggling
Sunday, March 6, 2016 3:00 pm
Join the fun as Bob Kann draws material from thirty-three years of
performing as a family entertainer to present an entertainment
extravaganza guaranteed to tickle audiences’ funny bones and
spark their imaginations. Bob uses storytelling, juggling, magic,
and everything but the kitchen sink to “make ’em laugh.” Like the
termite who was a comedian, Bob guarantees this performance
will bring the house down. BobKann.com
Adult/Student $5
Child $3
Lap $1
Reid Miller Story Time with Puppets
Sunday, April 17, 2016 3:00 pm
Folktale troubadour Reid Miller tells traditional folk, faerie, and
wonder tales that will delight all ages. Aided by puppet friends
Bosco the Dog, Monkey, and Crocodile, Reid shares stories from
heart-to-heart. His performances are light-hearted, interactive
and FUN! https://sites.google.com/site/reidmillershow/
Adult/Student $5
Child $3
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SUCKOW FAMILY ART GALLERY
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Caroline Livingston & Linda Derrick Photography & Watercolors
Friday, July 10 – Sunday, August 23, 2015
RECEPTION
Saturday, August 1, 2015 1:00–2:00 pm, following Anniversary Block Party.
Schauer Arts Center 15th Anniversary Celebration
A Selection of Artist Photos from Throughout the Schauer Center’s History
Friday, August 28 – Sunday, September 27, 2015
RECEPTION Friday, September 19, 2015
6:30–7:30 pm, prior to Pam Tillis.
The Martini Girls
Friday, October 2 – Sunday, November 15, 2015
Reception: Friday, October 16, 2015 6:30-7:30 pm, prior to Letters Home.
Kettle Moraine Fine Arts Guild
Friday, November 20, 2015 – Sunday, January 3, 2016
RECEPTION Friday, December 4, 2015
6:30-7:30 pm, prior to It's A Wonderful Life.
Light Catcher's Photography
Friday, January 8 – Sunday, February 14, 2016
RECEPTION Friday, January 15, 2016 7:00-8:00 pm, prior to Random Acts of Comicality.
Wisconsin Regional Art Program
Friday, February 19 – Sunday, April 3, 2016
SUBMISSION DEADLINE Sunday, January 31, 2016 (non-professionals only)
RECEPTION Friday, February 26, 2016 7:00 - 8:00 pm, prior to Steel Crazy Steelband.
WRAP WORKSHOP Sunday, April 3, 2016 1:00-4:00 pm
Fiber Arts Coalition ”Salvage and Selvage” Exhibit
Friday, April 8 – Sunday, May 8, 2016
RECEPTION Friday, April 15, 2016 6:30-7:30 pm, prior to Masters of Hawaiian Music.
Thomas Buches Plein Air Painting
Friday, May 13 – Sunday, June 26, 2016
RECEPTION Friday, May 20, 2016 6:30-7:30 pm, prior to Rockapella.
Reception hors d’oeuvres compliments of MJ’s Market & Catering
LOCATED ON THE UPPER LEVEL, the Suckow Family Art Gallery is open for viewing weekdays
from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm, and one hour prior to performances.
Artwork is available for purchase, unless noted. For more information on the artists and exhibits, or
for details on how to submit your artwork for consideration, visit SchauerCenter.org/Events/Gallery.
Admission is free to gallery receptions, which offer an opportunity to meet the artists and view the
exhibit. Light refreshments available.
SPECIAL ONE- NIGHT EVENT
Celebrating
15 Years!
Join the Schauer Arts Center and John McGivern
for a special one-night-only fundraising event on
Thursday, September ,  in Pikes Peak.
Cocktails at 6:00 pm. A plated dinner served at 7:00 pm—
followed by a comedic performance by John McGivern.
Tickets are $100 each; sponsored tables of 8 may be
purchased for $1,000. Help ensure 15 years and more of
“developing, supporting, and promoting the arts.”
Tickets may be purchased through the Schauer Center
Box Office at 262-670-0560 ext. 3 or online
www.schauercenter.org. Seating is limited.
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CALENDAR OF
Many performers utilize the Schauer Center throughout the year who are not part of our 2015-16 Performing Arts
Series. These are called ‘Interlude Events’ and include Schauer School of the Arts performances, resident group
presentations, community shows, school concerts, and other rental events. For information, ticket prices and show
times, please call the Box Office at 262-670-0560, ext. 3 or visit SchauerCenter.org.
FRI, SEP 11
THU, SEP 17
FRI–SUN, OCT 9–11
WED, OCT 21
SAT, NOV 7
FRI–SUN, NOV 13–15
FRI–SAT, NOV 20–21
Branson on the Road: Salute to America
Schauer Center’s th Anniversary Dinner Fundraiser with John McGivern
Kettle Moraine Players
Hartford Recreation Center presents Halloween Magic Show
Southeastern Wisconsin Short Track presents Hall of Fame Banquet & Awards
Hartford Union High School presents Fall Musical
Hartford Union High School presents Fall Musical
SUN, NOV 29
Hartford City Band Concert
Maggie Mae’s Country Christmas Show
Hartford Community Chorus Christmas Concert
Joseph Hall Enterprises presents Elvis Rock ‘n’ Remember Tribute
Schauer School of the Arts Holiday Concert
Erin School Holiday Concert
Second Harvest Benefit Concert
Slinger Rotary Event with John McGivern
Schauer Center's Mock Wedding
Hartford Rotary Wine Tasting Fundraiser (Wisconsin Automotive Museum)
THU, DEC 3
SUN, DEC 6
SAT, DEC 12
SUN, DEC 13
THU, DEC 17
SAT, DEC 19
WED, FEB 3
SAT, FEB 6
SAT, FEB 20
SUN, MAR 13 THROUGH
FRI, MAY 20
SAT–SUN, MAR 19–20
FRI–SAT, APR 22–23
SUN, APR 24
SUN, MAY 1
SAT, MAY 7
SAT–SUN, MAY 14–15
TUE– WED, MAY 24 –25
FRI–SUN, JUN 17–19
FRI–SAT, JUN 24–25
FRI-SUN, JULY 8–10
FRI–SAT, JULY 15–16
Schauer Center’s Annual Silent Art Auction
Downtown Hartford BID Home Show
Peace Lutheran School presents Spring Musical
Hartford City Band Spring Concert
Hartford Community Chorus Spring Concert
Schauer School of the Arts presents Spring Concert
Schauer School of the Arts presents Leaps & Bounds Dance Showcase
HUHS Special Choral Music Presentations
Jim and I Productions present "Kiss Me Kate"
The Hartford Players, Ltd. presents Summer Musical
The Hartford Players, Ltd. presents Summer Musical
Events subject to change. Confirm event date/time with the Schauer Center at 262-670-0560, ext. 3.
JOIN US FOR SCHAUER AFTER HOURS in the New Art Gallery Bar. Schauer After Hours held each second
Wednesday of the month, 5:00–7:00pm, beginning Wednesday, Sep 9, 2015; featuring drink specials, live music, more!
Exceptions February and March 2016 Schauer After Hours held on the second Thursday ( February 11 and March 10 ).
15TH ANNIVERSARY BLOCK PARTY
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1, 2015 · 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Schauer Center and Hartford Recreation Center come together to celebrate15 years of fine art
and fitness! Bring the whole family for a fun day of FREE festivities, door prizes, discounts, and more.
7:00 am - 1:00 pm
Downtown BID Farmer’s Market
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Volleyball, Basketball, Gymnastics
8:30-10:00 am
30th Annual Kissel 5k Run/Walk
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Arts & Crafts, Bounce House,
Chalk Art, DJ, Face Painting,
Concessions by Mickey’s Frozen
Custard and Scoop deVille,
Schauer Center / Rec Center Tours
and Scavenger Hunt
Schauer Center Box Office open
for class registrations and tickets
12:00-1:00 pm
Bags Tournament
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Livingston & Derrick Art Gallery
Reception in the Suckow Family
Art Gallery
10:30 or 11:00 am
Fitness Classses for adults
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Drum Circle by Rhythm for Unity
Visit SchauerCenter.org or ci.hartford.wi.us for more
information. To register for the Kissel 5k Run/Walk, call the
Hartford Rec Department at 262-670-3730. Activities/times
subject to change. Event will take place rain or shine.
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and Christmas music around that will have your toes tapping.
Maggie Mae, a home-grown talented country singer/Nashville recording artist and
Branson performer from Oxford, Wisconsin has been entertaining crowds with her
music and yodeling and promises enjoyment throughout her show. She is becoming
one of the biggest Midwestern names in pure country music. A familiar face in
millions of homes across the country appearing regularly on RFD TV’s Midwest
Country Show and Virginia Dreams Show. You will also enjoy her wonderful and
talented Heartland Country Band . . . all from Wisconsin!
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3
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PERFORMANCES AT 2:00 PM AND 7:00 PM
Live Band!
ROCK ‘N’ REMEMBER
TRIBUTE
THREE DECADES OF ELVIS HITS! Recreating
the moves, the looks, and the sound
of Elvis Presley, you’ll think you are
watching the King himself. A must for all
ages to see. JosephHallElvis.com
SAT, DECEMBER 12, 2015 7:00 PM
ADULT $30 / $26 STUDENT $12 / $8
Finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent
Branson’s “Male Performer Of The Year”
Potowatomi Tribute To The King Grand Champion
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It’s all in
DowntownHartford
2015
Small Business Saturday
Outdoor Farmer’s Market
Saturday, November 28
Through Nov 14 • Saturdays 7am–1pm
Hartford Rec Center parking lot
Downtown Midnight Madness
Maxwell Street Day
2016
Iced on Main
Wed, July 8 • 8am–8pm
Downtown Autumn Fest
& Pink Pumpkin Run
Sat, October 3 • 9 am–4pm
Downtown Trick or Treat
Sat, October 24 • 1–2:30pm
Hartford Christmas Parade
Sat, November 14 • 3pm
Fri, December 18 • 6pm–Midnight
Sat, Feb 27 • 10am–2pm
Home Improvement Show
Sat, Mar 19—Sun, Mar 20
Old Fashioned Block Party
and Classic Car Show
Sat, May 21 • 10 am–4pm
Downtown Merchants
Holiday Open House
VISIT
Fri, Nov 13 and Sat, Nov 14
upcoming events and promotions
Farmers Indoor Market
DOWNTOWN HARTFORD BUSINESS
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
262 673 7193
[email protected]
www.downtownhartfordwi.com
Nov 15–Dec 19, Sat 9am–2pm
Link Building, 33 North Main Street
SERVING HARTFORD
FOR OVER 25 YEARS
Times and events subject to change. Call Business Improvement District (BID) office at 262-673-7193
or visit www.downtownhartfordwi.com for up to date information.
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PRE SHOW SOUND BITES
Want to know more about the show? Have a question for the performers? Gain
additional background and insights from the artist or a guest speaker during a free half
hour presentation. As a special treat, select Community Nights are enhanced by a
pre-show performance that features local talent.
It’s a Wonderful Life
Kettle Moraine Symphony
Saturday, December 5, 2015
2:00-2:30 pm
Friday, December 18, 2015
6:15-7:00 pm
Performance by West Bend High School students
The StepCrew
Saturday, April 9, 2016
1:45–2:30 pm
Masters of Hawaiian Music
Friday, April 15, 2016
6:30-7:00 pm
Saturday, April 16, 2016
1:45-2:00 pm
Lighthouse Big Band
Performance by Slinger High School students
Rockapella
Saturday, May 21, 2016
1:45-2:30 pm
Performance by Mayville High School students
Most Pre-Show SoundBites will be held in Pikes Peak banquet room on the second floor.
Complimentary tickets are issued in order to guarantee seating. Doors open 30 minutes
prior; cash bar.
Play a Part in the Arts
Friends of the Schauer Center
As a non-profit organization, the Schauer Center relies on the generosity of individuals
and businesses to support the performance and educational opportunities we offer.
Gifts from Friends of the Schauer Center enable us to educate over 16,000 students and
teachers through our Schooltime Matinees, entertain over 25,000 patrons through our
performing arts series, and train over 1,700 students through our School of the Arts
each year. And we couldn’t do it without you!
An annual contribution of just $25 makes you eligible to receive Friends benefits, such
as the ability to purchase tickets before the general public, a subscription to the Schauer
Marquee newsletter, and invitations to private donor events. For more information, visit
SchauerCenter.org or call 262-670-0560, ext. 218.
Friends Exclusive!
DONORS LOUNGE
Just one of the benefits our Friends at the PATRON LEVEL AND ABOVE receive is exclusive
access to the Donors Lounge. Mingle with other Schauer Center supporters while
enjoying a cash bar and light refreshments one hour prior to select performances.
Call 262-670-0560, ext. 218 to RSVP.
An Evening with Groucho
Friday, September 25, 2015
6:30-7:00 pm
It’s a Wonderful Life
Friday, December 4, 2015
6:30-7:00 pm
Cinema Vivant
Saturday, February 13, 2016
6:30-7:00 pm
Rockapella
Friday, May 21, 2016
6:30-7:00 pm
The Schauer Center is a private 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization;
all donations are tax-deductible.
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Beyond The Stage
Schauer School of the Arts
Learning and the arts go hand-in-hand! The Schauer School
of the Arts believes the arts are for everyone — we welcome
all ages, the accomplished and the beginning. Each student
receives the finest quality instruction from experienced arts
professionals, all while having fun at the same time.
For more about our year-round offerings in music, dance,
theater, and visual arts, visit SchauerCenter.org or call
262-670-0560, ext. 4.
eMarquee Newsletter
Want up-to-date Schauer Center news? Join our email list! Each month we’ll send
you the Schauer eMarquee newsletter, complete with what’s happening in our
facility on stage and off. You may also receive special reminders or last-minute
offers on upcoming shows. Visit SchauerCenter.org to sign-up, set your preferences,
and stay informed.
Gift Certificates
—Photo courtesy Chasing Lilies Photography
Give the gift of the arts! Starting at just $5, our gift certificates never expire and can
be used toward any Schauer Center purchase – tickets, class tuition, even facility
rentals. Charge over the phone, online or in person from the Box Office.
Rent Our Facility
Choose a setting with distinction for your next social event, business function or
performance. No matter what the occasion, we will work with you to ensure your
event receives a standing ovation! Able to accommodate events of all sizes, the
Schauer Center has several unique spaces to suit your needs.
To arrange a tour, call our Director of Event Services at 262-670-0560, ext. 5
or visit SchauerCenter.org for more information.
Volunteer Opportunities
Our volunteers are hard-working, enthusiastic, fun-loving people who want
to give back to their community and help support the arts. The Schauer Center
has many different volunteer opportunities to put your skills and talents to use.
For a volunteer application, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at
262-670-0560, ext. 213 or visit SchauerCenter.org.
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Discounted Tickets
Community Performances* $4 off full price tickets
As a regional arts center, several events in our Mainstage Series recognize the support
we receive from surrounding communities by giving residents of that community the
opportunity to receive $4 off full price tickets. Community prices are listed next to the
event descriptions.
ALLENTON AREA 53002 · 53091
BEAVER DAM 53916
GERMANTOWN 53022
HARTFORD AREA 53003 · 53027 · 53078
HORICON AREA 53032 · 53035
JACKSON 53037
JUNEAU AREA 53039 · 53034
KEWASKUM 53040
MAYVILLE AREA 53050 · 53048
RICHFIELD AREA 53076 · 53033 · 53017
SLINGER 53086
WATERTOWN 53094 · 53098
WEST BEND 53090 · 53095
Mipso Friday, March 4 7:30 pm
Masters of Hawaiian Music Friday, April 15 7:30 pm
Peter, Paul & Willy Saturday, January 30 7:30 pm
The StepCrew Saturday, April 9 7:30 pm
Rockapella Friday, May 20 7:30 pm
Cinema Vivant Saturday, February 13 7:30 pm
An Evening with Groucho Friday, September 25 7:30 pm
Lighthouse Big Band Saturday, April 16 3:00 pm
Rockapella Saturday, May 21 3:00 pm
It’s a Wonderful Life Friday, December 4 7:30 pm
Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets Saturday, October 17 7:30 pm
Letters Home Friday, October 16 7:30 pm
Kettle Moraine Symphony Friday, December 18 7:30 pm
Groups of 20 or More*
Performing arts events provide wonderful outings for any group! Book 20 or more
tickets to a single event and receive $4 off full price adult prime seat prices. Call our Box
Office Manager at 262-670-0560, ext. 201 or visit SchauerCenter.org for information
about group benefits and policies.
QUEST Cardholders*
Tickets for adults who receive FoodShare Wisconsin benefits are $14 for Mainstage
or Cabaret and $10 for Family series events. Patrons must present QUEST card and
ID in person at the Box Office to receive discount. A max of 20 QUEST tickets per
performance will be sold on a first come, first served basis. Not valid on benefit events,
Tikes in Pikes series or as part of a Group reservation.
RUSH Tickets*
One (1) hour prior to Mainstage or Cabaret series performances, adult tickets are
available for half price at the Box Office, pending availability.
Students & Children*
Tickets for youth ages 13 to 18 and students with a valid college ID are $10 for
Mainstage and Family series events. You may be asked to present your student ID at
the time of purchase and/or on the day of the performance. Note: Although student
prices are offered, Mainstage performances may not be suitable for all ages.
For Family shows, tickets for children (ages 12 and under) are $8. Exclusively for our
Family Series, $5 lap seats can be purchased for children 3 and under; for Tikes in Pikes
Series, $1 lap seats are available for ages 2 and under.
WorkPerks*
As a partnership benefit, employees of select business supporters receive $4 off of
adult priced tickets to certain ‘Schauer Center Presents’ events. Coupon code required
for redemption; please check with the Box Office to see if your business qualifies.
*Some restrictions may apply. Discounts must be requested at time of purchase and cannot be combined
with any other offers. Not valid on previous purchases. Refunds will not be issued for discounts requested
after payments have been processed. Contact Box Office for complete details.
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For Your Information
Accessibility
Patrons with special needs should notify the Box Office when tickets are purchased, before the performance. For your convenience, there is an elevator that services the second
floor, including balcony seating in the theater and the Pikes Peak banquet room. Handicapped parking,
wheelchair seating, hearing assistance listening devices, and other special services will be on a best
efforts basis and cannot be guaranteed. Sign language interpretation requests will be fulfilled pending
advance request and availability of interpreters.
Hearing assistance listening devices available on a first come, first serve basis through the Box Office on
the day of the performance. There is no charge to use a listening device, but a photo ID is required.
Seating
For Mainstage, Family, and Tikes in Pikes series performances, seating opens approximately 30 minutes prior. For the Cabaret Series in Pikes Peak, cash bar and seating are available one hour
prior to show time. Latecomers will be seated at a suitable interval in the program, as designated by the
artist.
Ticket Donations & Exchanges
Tickets for ‘Schauer Center Presents’ events may be
donated back to the Box Office for resale. Tickets returned at least 48 hours in advance are considered
tax-deductible donations. A receipt of your donation can be provided upon request.
If unable to attend a ‘Schauer Center Presents’ performance, exchanges can be made a minimum of 48
hours prior to the performance for a different date/time, seat location or an equivalent event in the
SAME SEASON for a $1 fee per ticket. Some restrictions apply. All tickets non-refundable.
Weather-related Cancellations Schauer Center events are only cancelled if
performers cannot make it due to weather. No refunds will be issued to audience members
who cannot attend a scheduled performance.
Stay Close – Go Far
The Schauer Center is located in the heart of downtown Hartford, easily
accessible via Hwy. 60 or Hwy. 83. A short trip to the best in arts and entertainment; we’re approximately 20 minutes southwest of West Bend and 40 minutes northwest of Milwaukee. For directions,
please call our Box Office at
262-670-0560, ext. 3 or
Kewaskum
126 miles
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24 miles
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17 miles
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21 miles
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9 miles
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1Hustisford
12 miles
Hartford
60
1Slinger
6 miles
1Jackson
12 miles
60
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83
1Neosho
11 miles
1 Erin
5 miles
1Richfield
12 miles
1Germantown
17 miles
1Oconomowoc
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Theater Seating
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Cabaret seating chart available online at SchauerCenter.org/SeatingChart.
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15th Anniversary Season Sharing Our Stories
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