13-14 Season Brochure - Weidner Center for the Performing Arts

Weidner Center for the Performing Arts
Weidner Center for the Performing Arts
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
2420 Nicolet Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311-7001
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2013 n 2014 Event Guide
Pick three shows for the best seats and save up to 10%!
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Welcome to the 2013 n 2014
Performing Arts Season
Dear Friends,
Welcome to the 2013-2014 Performing Arts Season at the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts.
This dynamic new season expands upon the last, offering additional performances in categories
enjoying strong community attendance and support, namely in the areas of Broadway, comedy
and family fare. We continue to offer important artistic offerings, as well, and invite you to join us
in sampling evenings of opera, world music and drama.
In addition to describing our visiting shows and stars, this brochure showcases the Green Bay
Symphony Orchestra’s centennial season of concerts and the excellent offerings of our awardwinning UW-Green Bay Theatre and Music programs.
We are excited to present this attractive, entertainment-rich lineup, and we
look forward to seeing you at the Weidner Center throughout the coming year.
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Performing Arts
Season Calendar
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SEPTEMBER 2013
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OCTOBER 2013
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PMI Entertainment Group Presents
An Evening with Kathy Griffin
THE MIDTOWN MEN
4 Stars From The Original Broadway Cast of Jersey Boys
21-23Mon-Wed
26Sat
Blue Man Group
Imagination Movers
NOVEMBER 2013
16Sat
Vienna Boys Choir
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Enjoy!
Thomas K. Harden, Chancellor
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
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Subscription Information n How To Order
WedMills Entertainment Presents
An Evening with Buddy Valastro: The Cake Boss
23Sat
Bob Newhart
DECEMBER 2013
15Sun
22Sun
FEBRUARY 2014
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
Oak Ridge Boys Christmas
13ThuRock
of Ages
15SatChris Botti
20Thu
Aaron Neville
Becoming a Weidner Center Performing Arts Season Subscriber is Easy:
MARCH 2014
1Sat
We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
The Complete World of Sports (abridged)
13Thu
The Reduced Shakespeare Company
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• Get the best seats
• Save up to 10%
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• Optional payment plan (mail orders only—see page 23 for details)
A subscription order form is located at the back of this brochure for your convenience.
Subscriptions will be processed in the sequence they are received, so order early!
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New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players
15Sat
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H.M.S. Pinafore
Celtic Woman
ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo™
APRIL 2014
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Man of La Mancha
5SatDan Aykroyd, Judith Belushi, and Music Director Paul Shaffer Present
The Official Blues Brothers™ Revue
10Thu
THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS
Live-Action Graphic Novel, Book One: Target Earth
MAY 2014
22Thu
Bring It On: The Musical
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Blue Man Group
Man of La Mancha
Monday, October 21, 2013
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
7:30pm
$40.50 / 51.50 / 73.50
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
7:30pm
$37.25 / 48.25 / 70.25
Experience the Phenomenon. BLUE MAN GROUP is best known
for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which
combine comedy, music, and technology to produce a totally
unique form of entertainment. The New York Times heralds the
show as “One of the most delightful performance pieces ever
staged.” E! Entertainment News exclaims, “BLUE MAN GROUP
is what every live performance aspires to be.” The Baltimore
Sun raves, “Blue Man Group packs a wallop. It’s a big, loud,
funny, silly, visually arresting production!”
MAN OF LA MANCHA returns to the stage in
an all-new production complete with the Tony®
Award winning score and book that has inspired
theatre goers since the very first note of “The
Impossible Dream” was heard on opening night.
DREAM THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM!
Although it is impossible to describe, people of all ages agree
that BLUE MAN GROUP is an intensely exciting and wildly
outrageous show that leaves the entire audience in a blissful,
euphoric state. With no spoken language, BLUE MAN GROUP
is perfect for people of all ages, languages, and cultures. This
unique experience is a form of entertainment like nothing else,
guaranteed to be an outing you will never forget.
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Thursday, February 13, 2014
7:30pm
$35.00 / 46.00 / 68.00
Mature content
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Bring It On: The Musical
Thursday, May 22, 2014
7:30pm
$35.00 / 46.00 / 68.00
Rock of Ages
The worldwide party musical ROCK OF AGES
features a mix of 28 rockin’ 80’s tunes including
DON’T STOP BELIEVIN’, WE BUILT THIS CITY,
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN, WANTED DEAD OR
ALIVE, HERE I GO AGAIN, CAN’T FIGHT THIS
FEELING, and I WANT TO KNOW WHAT LOVE IS.
In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met
a big city rocker in LA’s most famous rock club,
and they fell in love to the greatest songs of the
‘80s. It’s five-time 2009 Tony® nominee ROCK
OF AGES, an arena-rock love story told through
the mind-blowing, face-melting hits of JOURNEY,
NIGHT RANGER, STYX, REO SPEEDWAGON,
PAT BENATAR, TWISTED SISTER, POISON,
ASIA, WHITESNAKE, and many more. Don’t miss
this awesomely good time about dreaming big,
playing loud, and partying on!
Enter the mind and the world of Don Quixote as
he pursues his quest for the impossible dream.
Against all odds, a man sees good and innocence
in a world filled with darkness and despair. This
lyrical and amusing adventure is a classic tale of
the triumph of man over his own follies.
2013 Tony® Award
Nominee for Best Musical
and Best Choreography!
Bitingly relevant and sprinkled with sass, BRING IT ON:
THE MUSICAL inspired by the Bring It On film, takes you on
a high-flying journey through friendship, forgiveness, and
determination. BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL tells the story of
the challenges and unexpected bonds formed through the thrill
of extreme competition. With a colorful crew of characters, an
exciting fresh sound and explosive dance with aerial stunts, this all
new story is sure to be everything you hoped for and nothing like
you expected. The New York Times calls it, “Impossible to resist!”
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Scott Suchman
Uniting some of the freshest and funniest creative minds on
Broadway, BRING IT ON: THE MUSICAL features an original
story by Tony® Award winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), music and
lyrics by Tony® Award-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda
(In The Heights), music by Pulitzer and Tony® Award-winning
composer Tom Kitt (Next to Normal), lyrics by Broadway lyricist
Amanda Green (High Fidelity), and music supervision by Tony®
and Grammy® Award winner Alex Lacamoire (In The Heights).
The production is directed and choreographed by Tony® Award
winner Andy Blankenbuehler (In The Heights).
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2013 Grammy®
Award Winner!
Chris Botti
Saturday, February 15, 2014
7:30pm
$39.50 / 50.50 / 61.50 / 72.50
Trumpeter Chris Botti is a gifted instrumentalist, a
talented composer, and a charismatic performer
who—since the release of his first solo album
in 1995—has created a series of recordings that
have made him a virtual genre-of-one in the
realm of contemporary jazz. Through his singular
combination of lush atmospheres and thoughtful
improvisations, Botti has earned both critical
acclaim and mainstream appreciation.
Treat your Valentine to an evening of exceptional
jazz music with Chris Botti!
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Mannheim Steamroller
Christmas by Chip Davis
Sunday, December 15, 2013
7:00pm
$55.00 / 77.80 / 100.55
Experience the Magic! Mannheim Steamroller
Christmas by Chip Davis has been America’s favorite
holiday celebration for over 25 years. Grammy® Award
winner Chip Davis has created a show that features
the beloved Christmas music of Mannheim Steamroller
along with dazzling multimedia effects performed in
an intimate setting. The spirit of the season comes alive
with the signature sound of Mannheim Steamroller.
Don’t miss this ultimate holiday tradition from the
#1 Christmas music artist in history!
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Aaron Neville
Thursday, February 20, 2014
7:30pm
$33.00 / 38.50 / 44.00
The Oak Ridge Boys
Christmas Show
Aaron Neville has spent five decades capturing
New Orleans’ spirit of undying hope in music,
both as a part of the Neville Brothers and on
his own in an esteemed solo career. With one
of the most distinctive voices in popular music,
Neville has earned an impressive collection of
platinum records and Grammy® awards. This
intimate concert showcases his versatile talent
and extensive repertoire which includes pop,
country, soul and R&B music.
Sunday, December 22, 2013
3:00pm & 7:00pm
$29.00 / 39.00 / 47.00
(additional fees apply)
It’s two shows in one as the legendary Oak Ridge
Boys kick off this big show with their world famous
four-part harmonies and a string of hits that spans
four decades as the Oak Ridge Boys celebrate
their 40th Anniversary Tour. Toes will be a tappin’
to smash hits “Elvira” and “Bobbie Sue” plus many
more of their award winning hits. Then, after a
short intermission, the stage is transformed and
it’s Christmas! The trees are decorated, the snow is
falling, Santa is there and the Oak Ridge Boys treat
you to Christmas, as only they can. From rollicking
Santa songs to heartfelt standards, this limited tour
is a family favorite for the holiday season!
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Sarah A. Friedman
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PMI Entertainment Group Presents
An Evening with
Kathy Griffin
Thursday, September 12, 2013
8:00pm
$35.00 / 45.00 / 55.00
(additional fees apply)
When it comes to dishing Hollywood gossip
and celebrity blunders, Kathy Griffin is
outrageously wild and downright hilarious!
This two-time Emmy® winner, NY Times
best-selling author, five-time Grammy®
nominee, and Broadway darling will have
you laughing out loud as she shares candid
observations about everyday life, her
dating experiences, and embellished
celebrity tales.
The Reduced Shakespeare Company
The Complete World of Sports (abridged)
Thursday, March 13, 2014
7:30pm
$27.50
From the earliest cavemen playing “Neanderthal
in the Middle” to your own kid’s soccer practice,
the entire history of athletic competition will be
regurgitated in a Tour de France of physical
theater, at a level of sophistication and pathos
that only the Reduced Shakespeare Company
can muster. It’ll be a marathon of madness and
mayhem as the world’s great sporting events are
shrunk down to theatrical size.
Adult content — mature audiences only
This special event is already on sale
but may be added on as part of your
subscription package.
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Bob Newhart
Saturday, November 23, 2013
7:30pm
$35.00 / 46.00 / 58.00 / 68.00
Bob Newhart’s career has spanned two successful
television shows, fourteen feature films, sold millions
of albums worldwide, and he still performs to sell-out
crowds all over the country. Fans flock to Bob’s live
performances to hear such Newhart standards as
“The Driving Instructor,” “Sir Walter Raleigh,” and
“The Submarine Commander.” These timeless classics
are enjoyed by young and old alike in sold-out concert
halls across America. With his dry wit and wry smile, he
continues to bring warmth and laughter to generations
of fans.
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Vienna Boys Choir
Celtic Woman
Saturday, November 16, 2013
7:30pm
$26.25 Adults
$14.00 Children ages 12 and under
Saturday, March 15, 2014
7:30pm
$39.00 / 59.00 / 99.00 Premium Seats
Since being founded by Emperor Maximilian I
in 1498, no group of child musicians has won
more accolades. Six centuries later, the famed
Vienna Boys Choir continues to delight musiclovers across the globe with their purity of
tone, distinctive charm and a diverse, crowd
pleasing repertoire that encompasses Austrian
folk songs and waltzes, classical masterpieces,
beloved pop songs, holiday favorites, and
medieval chant. Gifted musicians with voices
of unforgettable beauty, they carry on the
Vienna Boys Choir’s illustrious tradition as the
world’s preeminent boy choir.
International Irish singing sensation and PBS live-concert
phenomenon Celtic Woman announces their all-new
2014 Tour celebrating Ireland and its spellbinding Celtic
heritage through an extraordinary presentation of
traditional Irish anthems and pop standards. Under the
distinct musical direction of Emmy®-nominated music
producer David Downes, Celtic Woman’s 2014 Tour will
present a moving compilation of the record-breaking
music that has dazzled audiences from around the world.
Featuring the Aontas Choir, championship Irish dancers,
bagpipers, drums, and the unforgettable, angelic voices
of Celtic Woman—live in concert.
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H.M.S. Pinafore
Friday, March 14, 2014
8:00pm
$44.00 / 49.50
Ride a wave of music and laughter in this
comedic opera as romantic sailors, sisters,
cousins, and aunts sing and dance their way
across the deck of the fanciful British naval
vessel with the improbable name. Set directly
on the ship’s deck, this energetic production
offers the rich sounds of a full orchestra, chorus,
and soloists who seamlessly merge the classic
elegance of the musical with a contemporary
sense of humor to keep the show alive and
exciting for a modern audience.
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Imagination Movers
ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo™
Saturday, October 26, 2013
2:00pm
$22.00
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
7:00pm
$18.50
Imagination Movers is a kid-centered rock
band that can be seen daily on “Disney Junior.”
The Movers’ motto is “Reach high. Think big.
Work hard. Have fun!” They’ve entertained
parents and children alike with their catchy
musical style featuring lyrics about healthy
snacks, playing catch, and conquering
childhood fears of bedtime. Their tours draw
huge audiences internationally, thanks to
the Movers’ highly interactive music and
wildly energetic stage show. A family concert
experience not to be missed!
ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo™ is an experiential theatre performance
featuring a cast of large-scale dinosaur puppets brought
to life by sophisticated design, electronics, and theatrical
presentation. These amazingly life-like dinosaur recreations
are developed in consultation with paleontologists, based
on current science and specialist interpretations of dinosaur
fossil evidence. ERTH’s dinosaur puppets stimulate the
imagination about dinosaur life in a way that connects
children to the real science of paleontology.
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We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
Saturday, March 1, 2014
11:00am
$13.00
Michael Rosen’s award-winning book We’re Going On A
Bear Hunt is brought vividly and noisily to the stage in
director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation set to Benji
Bower’s versatile lively score. Join our intrepid adventurers
on their quest to find a bear, as they wade through the
gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river
and the thick oozy squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs,
interactive scenes, and plenty of hands-on adventure—
plus a few special surprises!
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In this show, children get to meet ERTH’s awesome
prehistoric creatures, from cute baby dinos to teethgnashing giants. Get up close and personal with an amazing
array of creatures from bygone eras. Meet a menagerie of
insects, mammals, and dinosaurs that once roamed free
around the southern hemisphere and are now in residence
at ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo™.
Suitable for ages 5+.
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Ancient life-like dinosaurs
are alive and mostly friendly(!)
in this fun, educational, and
unique performance event that
will delight children of all ages.
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THE MIDTOWN MEN
Dan Aykroyd, Judith Belushi, and Music Director Paul Shaffer Present
Friday, October 11, 2013
7:30pm
$28.50 / 39.50 / 50.50 / 61.50
Saturday, April 5, 2014
7:30pm
$28.50 / 37.25 / 44.00
4 Stars From The Original Broadway Cast of Jersey Boys
This sensational production reunites four stars from the original
cast of Broadway’s Jersey Boys. Tony®Award winner Christian
Hoff, Michael Longoria, Daniel Reichard, and Tony® Award nominee
J. Robert Spencer, star in this one-of-a-kind concert experience
celebrating the music that defined the ‘60s.
These talented entertainers shared the Broadway stage for over a
thousand performances in the mega-hit Jersey Boys. Now, as The
Midtown Men, they have thrilled crowds on concert stages and
symphony halls across the continent and have delighted television
audiences with performances on “Good Morning America,”
“Access Hollywood,” “Katie,” and “The Chew.” Additionally, the
Men collaborated with rock and roll icon Stevie Van Zandt on their
first radio single, “All Alone On Christmas,” featuring Van Zandt
and members of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band.
The Official Blues Brothers™ Revue
This live concert show combines the comedy
and hits from the original movie and pays
homage to Chicago’s rich history of blues,
gospel and soul music. Jake, Elwood, and
the band hit the right balance of humor,
music, and mayhem. Upbeat and uplifting,
The Blues Brothers™ Revue is fun for all ages.
Featuring Wayne Catania as Jake and Kieron
Lafferty as Elwood. Expect to hear all of
the Blues Brothers™ classics: “SOUL MAN,”
“RUBBER BISCUIT,” “SWEET HOME CHICAGO,”
“RAWHIDE,” “GIMME SOME LOVIN’.”
THE BLUES BROTHERS™ is a registered trademark of Applied
Action Research Corp. and Judith Belushi Pisano. All Rights
Reserved.
Don’t miss this electrifying and soulful new production with its
top-shelf choreography, incredible vocal performances, and
legendary onstage chemistry.
Not a performance of, not affiliated with the show Jersey Boys.
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THE INTERGALACTIC NEMESIS
Live-Action Graphic Novel
Book One: Target Earth
Mills Entertainment Presents
An Evening with
Thursday, April 10, 2014
7:30pm
$32.00 / 38.50
Buddy Valastro:
The Cake Boss
The Family Celebrations Tour
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
7:30pm
$29.75 / 36.75 / Limited VIP Seats*
(additional fees apply)
Join celebrity baker Buddy Valastro for an evening of
cakes, stories, and fun. In this rare live, interactive event,
TLC’s Cake Boss will share the stories behind his hit series
and his colorful Italian family, answer audience questions,
and give a live demonstration of the techniques that have
made him one of the most successful and renowned cake
artists in the nation. Buddy has a big personality and an
even bigger heart! Bring the whole family for a night with
the Cake Boss.
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*VIP patrons receive a signed copy of
Buddy’s new book, a post-show meet
and greet, and an additional gift.
The Intergalactic Nemesis Live-Action Graphic Novel is a one-of-akind theatrical experience that mashes up radio drama with comicbooks. Three actors voice dozens of characters; one Foley artist
creates hundreds of sound effects; one keyboardist performs a score
of thousands (yes, thousands!) of notes; all while more than 1,250
individual, full-color, hand-drawn, hi-res, blow-your-mind comic book
images are projected onto a two-story high screen to tell the story
visually. LIVE.
Inspired by Raiders of the Lost Ark, Star Wars, and the pulp serials of
the 1930s, The Intergalactic Nemesis is a spectacle unlike any other
and it’s for the kid in everyone. The year is 1933. Are you ready for the
adventure? Featured on “CONAN” and NPR’s “All Things Considered!”
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Green Bay Symphony Orchestra
2013 2014 Centennial Season
Oktoberfest!
October 12, 2013, 7:30pm
Three great German masters
all in one night! At the opening
downbeat you’ll be blown away
by the vigorous Flying Dutchman.
Then, the beautiful Death and
Transfiguration will give you time
to recover before launching into
Beethoven’s most famous refrain.
Beer tasting and Bavarian travel
information in the lobby will
help round out the complete
Oktoberfest experience.
Wagner: Flying Dutchman
Overture
Strauss: Death and Transfiguration
Beethoven: Symphony no 5
Heritage!
November 9, 2013, 7:30pm
Come celebrate three influences
on our Northeast Wisconsin
culture. We’ll honor Native
American Heritage Month with
Oneida/Lakota soprano Jennifer
Stevens singing three of her songs
arranged by award-winning local
composer Alaric Coussons. 150
years of French influence will be
celebrated with the great French
composer Georges Bizet. Finally,
what better way to recognize this
area’s mass European migration
of the 19th century than with
Dvorak’s New World Symphony!
Lobby displays by area historical
organizations.
Jennifer Stevens: 3 short
vocal works
Bizet: L’Arlesienne Suite 1,
plus Farandole
Dvorak: Symphony no 9
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Holiday Pops
December 13 & 14, 2013, 7:30pm
What could instill the Christmas
spirit more than GBSO’s annual
Holiday Pops concert with Dudley
Birder at the baton? A great chorale,
little children in white gowns
proceeding up the aisles to the
stage, a superb orchestra, and an
iconic music maestro—all bringing
you the best in Christmas favorites.
Only the Grinch wouldn’t love
this show!
Christmas Brass
& Organ
December 21, 2013, 7:30pm
St. John the Evangelist Church
Join us for an intimate evening
of classical Christmas music in
the beautiful surroundings of St.
John the Evangelist Church. Hear
GBSO’s brilliant brass ensemble
accompanied by St. John’s
resounding pipe organ played by
Green Bay’s own Jeff Verkuilen.
Seating is limited. Consider a season
subscription to ensure your place in
this elegant atmospere.
Great Music from
Around the World
February 8, 2014, 7:30pm
Ever heard an Ehru? Want to
experience the fusion of East
meets West? World-renowned
ehru soloist Jiebing Chen performs
a beautiful orchestrated work about
two young lovers. We’ll also
take you to Italy, Spain, and New
York City with this musical excursion
around the world.
Rossini: Barber of Seville
He: Butterfly Lovers, featuring
ehru soloist Jiebing Chen
Bernstein: On the Town
De Falla: Three Cornered Hat
Great Music from
the Olde World
March 8, 2014, 7:30pm
The early Baroque masters
influenced all forms of music
that followed, from 18th century
Classical to today’s pop and rock
tunes. Come and hear for yourself
as guest artist and conductor
Samantha George explains the
connections. Then enjoy iconic
works from two Baroque masters—
Johann Sebastian Bach and
Antonio Vivaldi.
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Opening the Way to Learning Through the Arts
The Weidner Center’s annual Stage Doors Education Series provides educational programming for
students in grades Pre-K through 12 throughout Northeast Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of
Michigan. Programs are selected to complement classroom curriculum with creative and imaginative
learning, critical thinking opportunities, and live performance experiences. Performance-specific
study guides are also provided to help teachers integrate show topics into classroom activities.
If you are an educator who would like to learn more about the Stage Doors Education Series,
please visit WeidnerCenter.com or call 920-465-5100.
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Tomás and the Library Lady
Ode to Joy!
February 2014
Brahms: Alto Rhapsody, featuring
mezzo-soprano Kelley O’Connor
Beethoven: Symphony no 9
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Perhaps no work of classical music
is as awe-inspiring as Beethoven’s
ninth symphony with its “Ode to
Joy” refrain sung by a 200-voice
choir. No wonder this piece of
music has been used over and
again in numerous commercial
applications. And if you like
classical vocals, you won’t want
to miss nationally-known mezzosoprano Kelley O’Connor as she
sings Brahms’ Alto Rhapsody.
The combination is a deserving
way to wrap up our 100th season
of great music.
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Bach: Orchestral Suite #3 in D major
Vivaldi: Four Seasons, featuring
violin soloist Samantha George
April 12, 2014, 7:30pm
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Krinsky — Toying with Science
11The
Monster Who Ate My Peas
18I am Jack
28 We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
March 2014
11Freedom
Train
26Charlotte’s Web
April 2014
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Seussical
10The Intergalactic Nemesis,
Live-Action Graphic Novel,
Book One: Target Earth, Act One*
22Henry
& Mudge
All performances are at 10am and 12:30pm unless otherwise noted.
*One performance at 10:30am
For concert information
and tickets visit
GreenBaySymphony.org
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The Stage Doors Education Series is generously supported
by the George F. Kress Foundation, Humana Foundation,
Little Rapids Corporation–Egan Family Foundation, Inc.,
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, the Wisconsin Arts Board and
the individual members of and donors to the Weidner Center.
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The University of Wisconsin – Green Bay Music and Theatre
The University of Wisconsin – Green Bay Music and Theatre Departments are highly acclaimed and
recognized nationally for their excellence in production and performance. Under the direction of
accomplished faculty, top concerts, ensembles, theatre productions, and musical performances
entertain, educate, and delight audiences throughout the season.
Below is a sneak peek at performances to come during the 2013-2014 academic year. More information
can also be found online at www.uwgb.edu/arts or by calling University Ticketing at 920-465-2400.
UW-Green Bay Music
2013 n 2014 Season
SEPTEMBER 2013
26360˚ Thursdays:
Apple Train/Czech
Songs for Soprano, Piano and Dancer
OCTOBER 2013
19
Chorale
& Concert Choir
30Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band
NOVEMBER 2013
1Jazz Ensembles
with
special guest, “Big Mouth”
8
Music Miniatures
21360˚ Thursdays: Hall/Burgess Duo:
viola & percussion
26
Vocal Jazz Ensembles*
DECEMBER 2013
4
Chamber
Ensembles*
6Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band
TBA Chorale & Concert Choir
January 2013
30360˚ Thursdays:
Jazz Great,
Kenny Werner
FEBRUARY 2014
1
Jazz Fest
15
with special guest
Kenny Werner, jazz pianist
Student Honors Recital
MARCH 2014
7Wind
Ensemble & Symphonic Band
12
Chorale & Concert Choir
13Jazz & Vocal Jazz Ensembles*
27360˚ Thursdays: The Orchid Ensemble
2013 n 2014 Mainstage Season
Crimes of the Heart
Censored on Final
Approach by Phylis Ravel
by Beth Henley
October 17-19, 23-26, 2013 n 7:30pm
Jean Weidner Theatre
February 27 & 28, March 1, 5-8, 2014 n 7:30pm
Jean Weidner Theatre
The scene is Hazlehurst, Mississippi, where the
three Magrath sisters have gathered in the family
home. Lenny, the oldest sister, is unmarried at thirty
and facing diminishing marital prospects; Meg, the
middle sister, is back after a failed singing career on
the West Coast; while Babe, the youngest, is out on
bail after having shot her husband in the stomach.
Their troubles are grave and yet, somehow, hilarious.
This winner of the
1981 Pulitzer Prize
for Drama is poignant
and filled with humor.
APRIL 2014
23Wind
Ensemble, Symphonic Band &
High School Honors Band
25-26 Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop
30
Chorale & Concert Choir
MAY 2014
1360˚ Thursdays:
Rose & the Nightingale
7Jazz & Vocal Jazz Ensembles*
9
Chamber Ensembles*
*Event held in the University Theatre in the
UWGB Theatre Arts Building
Jazz Fest with Kenny Werner
Avenue Q, The Musical
Music and Lyrics by Robert Lopez and Jeff
Marx, Book by Jeff Whitty
November 21 & 22, 2013 n 7:30pm
November 23, 2013 n 3:00pm & 7:30pm
University Theatre
Jazz Fest XLIV features internationally
acclaimed jazz pianist, author, composer, and
teacher, Kenny Werner. The festival hosts high
school jazz bands on the UWGB campus for
adjudication with professional jazz musicians
and a master class. Two jazz bands are
selected to perform alongside the UWGB
Jazz I Ensemble and Kenny Werner in this
afternoon concert.
Winner of the Tony® “Triple Crown” for Best Musical,
Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is a gutbustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a
group of unique 20-somethings making their way in
the big city, seeking their purpose in life. Although
the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is
similar to a beloved children’s show; a place where
puppets are friends, monsters are good and life
lessons are learned.
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DanceWorks
April 4 & 5, 2014 n 7:30 pm
University Theatre
Communicating
Doors
Saturday, February 1 n 4:00pm
A new concert series presented by UW-Green
Bay’s Music program offers new perspectives
on diverse musical styles. 360˚ Thursdays
feature scintillating and provocative discussions
by a composer, performer or arranger. Together,
you will consider a single aspect of the music
through multiple perspectives. Diverse styles
are performed to broaden horizons and
deepen understanding.
During World War II, an elite group of female pilots,
championed by pioneer American aviator Jacqueline
Cochran, were selected to serve as WASPs, Women
Airforce Service Pilots. They were not embraced by
their male counterparts and struggled for acceptance
on a daily basis. Censored…brings to life a dark time
of bigotry, sabotage, and the consequent cover-up of
an all but forgotten chapter of American history.
Join us as we celebrate dance in a concert
of faculty and student choreography
representing a diverse medley of styles.
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package! Advance tickets $22
*Add this concert to your subscription
package! Advance tickets $12
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UW-Green Bay University Theatre
by Alan Ayckbourn
April 25 & 26, May 1-3,
2014 n 7:30pm
University Theatre
*Add this show to your
subscription package!
Advance tickets $15
An intricate time traveling comic thriller. A London
sex specialist from the future stumbles into a murder
plot that sends her, compliments of a unique set
of hotel doors, traveling back in time. She and two
women who were murdered in the same room
decades earlier, race back and forth in time trying to
rewrite history and prevent their own violent ends.
Playwright, Sir Alan Ayckbourn (Bedroom Farce), is a
master of farcical comedy and the recipient of both
the Olivier and Tony® Lifetime Achievement Awards.
Rated R for strong language and adult themes.
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2013 n 2014
Season event
Calendar
Green Bay Symphony Orchestra (GBSO)
12Thu
PMI Entertainment Group Presents
An Evening with
Kathy Griffin
26ThuUWGB Music, 360˚ Thursdays:
Apple Train/Czech Songs for
Soprano, Piano and Dancer
OCTOBER 2013
11Fri
12Sat
17-19Thu-Sat
19Sat
21-23Mon-Wed
23-26
Wed-Sat
26Sat
30
Wed
THE MIDTOWN MEN
GBSO Oktoberfest!
UWGB Theatre Crimes of
the Heart
UWGB Music Chorale
& Concert Choir
Blue Man Group
UWGB Theatre Crimes of
the Heart
Imagination Movers
UWGB Music Wind Ensemble
& Symphonic Band
NOVEMBER 2013
UWGB Music Jazz Ensembles
with special guest Big Mouth
8Fri
UWGB Music Music Miniatures
9Sat
GBSO Heritage!
16Sat
Vienna Boys Choir
20
Wed
An Evening with Buddy Valastro: The Cake Boss
21-23Thu-Sat
UWGB Theatre Avenue Q,
The Musical*
21ThuUWGB Music, 360˚ Thursdays:
Hall/Burgess Duo: viola &
percussion
23Sat
Bob Newhart
26Tue
UWGB Music Vocal Jazz
Ensembles*
1Fri
DECEMBER 2013
TBA
UWGB Music Chorale &
Concert Choir
4
Wed
UWGB Music Chamber
Ensembles*
•All sales are final. No refunds, exchanges
or cancellations.
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SEPTEMBER 2013
Additional Ordering
& Guest Information
Performing Arts Season
DECEMBER 2013
UWGB Music Wind Ensemble
& Symphonic Band
13-14Fri-Sat
GBSO Holiday Pops
15Sun
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas
21Sat
GBSO Christmas Brass
& Organ
22SunOak Ridge Boys
Christmas
6Fri
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MARCH 2014
13Thu
UWGB Music Jazz & Vocal
Jazz Ensembles*
•Orders of less than three events will be processed at
full price when single tickets go on sale.
14Fri
New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players
•Orders will be processed in the order they are received
with seating on a best-available basis. Same seat
locations are not guaranteed for every show.
H.M.S. Pinafore
15Sat
Celtic Woman
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Wed
ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo™
27ThuUWGB Music, 360˚ Thursdays:
The Orchid Ensemble
30ThuUWGB Music, 360˚ Thursdays:
Jazz Great, Kenny Werner
FEBRUARY 2014
UWGB Music Jazz Fest with
special guest Kenny Werner
8Sat
GBSO Great Music from
Around the World
13Thu
Rock of Ages
15SatChris Botti
15Sat
UWGB Music Student
Honors Recital
20Thu
Aaron Neville
27-28Thu-Fri
UWGB Theatre Censored
on Final Approach
1Sat
•Due to the nature of live entertainment, performances,
prices, dates, times, and artists are subject to change
or cancellation without notice.
• All individuals, regardless of age, must have a ticket.
APRIL 2014
JANUARY 2014
•Please allow 2-4 weeks for your subscription order to
process and tickets to arrive in the mail. For ticketing
questions, please call Ticket Star at 1-800-895-0071.
Man of La Mancha
4-5Fri-Sat
UWGB Theatre DanceWorks*
5Sat
The Official Blues
Brothers™ Revue
10Thu
THE INTERGALACTIC
NEMESIS
2
Wed
Live-Action Graphic Novel
Book One: Target Earth
GBSO Ode to Joy!
23
Wed
UWGB Music Wind Ensemble,
Symphonic Band & High
School Honors Band
25-26Fri-Sat
UWGB Theatre
Communicating Doors*
25-26Fri-SatUWGB Music Opera/Musical
Theatre Workshop
30
Wed
UWGB Music Chorale &
Concert Choir
12Sat
•On performance days the ticket windows at the
Weidner Center will open 90 minutes prior to the
performance time. Tickets may also be purchased
online at WeidnerCenter.com, by phone at
920-494-3401 or 1-800-895-0071, or at any
Ticket Star location.
DIRECTIONS
Take Exit 185 from Interstate 43. Choose the
Sturgeon Bay/Algoma exit lane. Follow HWY 54-57
a short distance to the University Avenue/Nicolet Drive
exit. Follow Nicolet Drive to the UW-Green Bay campus
Main Entrance.
MARCH 2014
1Sat
We’re Going On A
Bear Hunt
1Sat
UWGB Theatre Censored
5-8
Wed-Sat
on Final Approach
7Fri
UWGB Music Wind Ensemble
& Symphonic Band
8Sat
GBSO Great Music from
the Olde World
12
Wed
UWGB Music Chorale &
Concert Choir
13Thu
The Reduced
Shakespeare Company–
MAY 2014
1-3Thu-Sat
UWGB Theatre
Communicating Doors*
1ThuUWGB Music, 360˚ Thursdays:
Rose & the Nightingale
7
Wed
UWGB Music Jazz & Vocal
Jazz Ensembles*
9Fri
UWGB Music Chamber
Ensembles*
22Thu
Bring It On: The Musical
The Complete World of
Sports (abridged)
PARKING
Free, secure and well-lit parking is available in the
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay parking lots
surrounding the Weidner Center. In addition, valet
parking is available for most performances at a cost of
$8 per vehicle. Valet parking is $4 for patrons requiring
handicap accessible parking (vehicle must have handicap
plates, tag or sticker). Valet parking space is limited.
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Events and dates subject to change.
All events held within the Weidner Center (Cofrin Family Hall, Jean Weidner Theatre or Fort Howard Hall) unless otherwise noted.
*Event held in the University Theatre in the UWGB Theatre Arts Building.
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Subscription Order Form Select three (3) or more events to qualify as a subscriber and save up
to 10% off regular prices. Discounted subscriber prices for eligible shows and applicable fees are reflected on this form.
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Annual financial support from individuals enables the
Weidner Center to continue a tradition of providing topquality entertainment and arts education programming.
Your support goes a long way in ensuring the future
growth of the Weidner Center while also enriching the arts
in our community.
Members Enjoy:
•Early notification of upcoming events
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•If you have a special need for seating, please inform
your ticket office representative when purchasing
tickets. Accessible seating is available at all price levels
on all floors of the Weidner Center.
•Patrons may request to be met at the Main Entrance
by a staff member with a wheelchair. Please contact
the House Manager in advance of your arrival at
920-465-2810 for arrangements.
•American Sign Language interpreters will be provided
for appropriate Weidner Center sponsored events upon
request. Please call the Weidner Center at 920-465-2726
to request this service at least three weeks prior to the
event you wish to attend.
•Opera glasses can be checked out from the Weidner
Center Coat Check at no charge. A driver’s license or
major credit card is required.
•The Weidner Center uses a sound enhancement system
to amplify stage dialogue. Assisted listening sets are
available at no charge at Coat Check. The headsets may
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•Select three (3) or more Performing Arts Season events
to qualify as a subscriber.
•Orders will be processed in the order they are received
with seating on a best-available basis.
•Same seat locations are not guaranteed for every show.
•NEW THIS YEAR! Order online to select your
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Ticket Star
1901 S. Oneida Street
Green Bay, WI 54304
•Please allow 2-4 weeks for your order to process and
tickets to arrive in the mail.
•Single tickets for most Performing Arts Season shows
go on sale in early September.
GROUP SALES
Many shows offer discounts to groups of 15 or more.
Please call 920-405-1249 for more information.
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Kathy Griffin
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$62.50 $62.50 $53.50 $42.50 $42.50 Thur., Sep. 12 Qty:
The Midtown Men
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$55.50 $45.50 $35.50 $26.00 $26.00
Fri., Oct. 11
Qty:
Blue Man Group
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$66.50 $66.50 $46.50 $36.75 $36.75
l Mon., Oct. 21
l Tues., Oct. 22
l Wed., Oct. 23 Qty:
Imagination Movers
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$20.00 $20.00 $20.00 $20.00 $20.00
Sat., Oct. 26
Qty:
Vienna Boys Choir
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Adults: $23.75 children under 12: $13.00
Sat., Nov. 16
Adult Qty:
under 12 Qty:
Buddy Valastro: The Cake Boss $110.25 $44.00 $44.00 $44.00 $44.00 $36.00
Wed., Nov. 20
Qty:
Avenue Q, The Musical UWGB Production
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$22.00 Performance held at University Theatre
Qty:
l Thur., Nov. 21
l Fri., Nov. 22
l Sat., Nov. 23, 3pm
l Sat., Nov. 23, 7:30pm
Bob Newhart —
$61.50 $51.50 $41.50 $31.75 $31.75
Sat., Nov. 23
Qty:
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas $100.55 $70.40 $70.40 $70.40 $49.90 $49.90
Sun., Dec. 15
Qty:
Oak Ridge Boys Christmas
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$55.50 $55.50 $46.25 $35.00 $35.00
l Sun., Dec. 22, 3pm
l Sun., Dec. 22, 7pm
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Jazz Fest UWGB Presentation
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$12.00 $12.00
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Sat., Feb. 1
Qty:
Rock of Ages
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$61.50 $61.50 $41.50 $31.75 $31.75
Thur., Feb. 13
Qty:
Chris Botti
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$65.50 $55.50 $45.50 $35.50 $35.50
Sat., Feb. 15
Qty:
Aaron Neville
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$39.75 $39.75 $34.75 $29.75 $29.75
Thur., Feb. 20
Qty:
We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
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$12.00 $12.00
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Sat., Mar. 1
Qty:
The Reduced Shakespeare Company
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$24.75 $24.75 $24.75 $24.75 $24.75
Thurs., Mar. 13
Qty:
NY Gilbert & Sullivan Players – H.M.S. Pinafore
— $44.50 $44.50 $40.00 $40.00 $40.00
Fri., Mar. 14
Qty:
Celtic Woman $115.85 $63.60 $63.60 $63.60 $43.10 $43.10
Sat., Mar. 15
Qty:
ERTH’s Dinosaur Zoo™
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$16.75 $16.75­—
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Wed., Mar. 19
Qty:
Man of La Mancha
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$63.50 $63.50 $43.50 $33.75 $33.75
Wed., Apr. 2
Qty:
The Official Blues Brothers™ Revue
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$39.75 $39.75 $33.75 $25.75 $25.75
Sat., Apr. 5
Qty:
The Intergalactic Nemesis
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$34.75 $34.75 $28.75 $28.75 $28.75 Thurs., Apr. 10
Qty:
Communicating Doors UWGB Production
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$15.00 Performance held at University Theatre
Qty:
l Fri., Apr. 25
l Sat., Apr. 26
l Thurs., May 1 l Fri., May 2
l Sat., May 3
Bring It On: The Musical
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$61.50 $61.50 $41.50 $31.75 $31.75
Thurs., May 22
Qty:
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