Broadway Live Season Brochure

CELEBRATING FOUR DECADES OF BROADWAY LIVE
1976
2016
Welcome to our 40th Anniversary Season! Since 1976, the acclaimed non-profit series Broadway Live at the
Opera House has been Lexington’s home for touring Broadway. Plucked from the walls of our theatre, the show
posters on this page document four decades of legendary Broadway performances on our stage.
We invite you to make your own memories; join us for a new season of exciting shows at the Opera House.
Whether you attend with a spouse, a friend, or family member, you will be moved by what you experience here.
YOUR SEATS ARE WAITING...
Broadway Live at the Opera House is one of the longest-running touring Broadway series in the United States.
We celebrate our 40th anniversary thanks to support from The Opera House Fund, donors, and friends like you.
YOUR
CREATING a unique community bound by the
singular focus of what happens on stage – the magic
of live theatre right here in downtown Lexington.
THEATRE
NURTURING young audiences with programming
and educational programs that spark interest and joy.
YOUR
PRESENTING national touring Broadway straight
from New York to the Opera House stage.
TOWN
PRESERVING one of the nation’s most exquisite
historical theatres for generations to come.
SEPTEMBER 16 • 8:00PM
SEPTEMBER 17 • 2:00PM & 8:00PM
SEPTEMBER 18 • 1:00PM & 6:30PM
In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known
composer opened on Broadway… and forever changed
the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later,
Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly
and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over
the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant
20th anniversary touring production. A re-imagining of
Puccini’s La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable
year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their
dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of
joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of
friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives
with the only thing that truly matters — love.
WHY YOU SHOULD GO
The original Broadway production went on a 12-year
run with over 5,000 performances. Newsweek magazine
raves, “A thrilling musical performed by explosive talent.”
CO-PRESENTED BY:
JANUARY 20 • 8:00PM
JANUARY 21 • 2:00PM & 8:00PM
JANUARY 22 • 1:00PM & 6:30PM
PIPPIN is a high-flying, death-defying hit Broadway musical!
Full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats,
and soaring songs from the composer of Wicked, PIPPIN
will lift you up and leave you smiling. This unforgettable
new production is the winner of four 2013 Tony Awards®
including Best Musical Revival. Hailed as “an eye-popping,
jaw-dropping extravaganza” (NY1), it’s unlike anything
you have ever seen!
PIPPIN is noted for many Broadway standards including
“Corner of the Sky,” “Magic To Do,” “Glory,” “No Time at
All,” “Morning Glow,” and “Love Song.” Come experience
PIPPIN, one young man’s journey to be extraordinary.
WHY YOU SHOULD GO
This captivating new production comes straight from
Broadway. It features sizzling choreography in the style
of Bob Fosse and breathtaking acrobatics.
CO-PRESENTED BY:
FEBRUARY 17 • 7:30PM
FEBRUARY 18 • 1:00PM & 7:30PM
FEBRUARY 19 • 1:00PM & 6:30PM
Please Note: Family-friendly performance times for this show.
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA is the Tony
Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators
of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that’s delighting
audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale.
This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jawdropping transformations and all the moments you love—
the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more—
plus some surprising new twists! Be transported back
to your childhood as you rediscover some of Rodgers
+ Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My
Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten
Minutes Ago,” in this hilarious and romantic Broadway
experience for anyone who’s ever had a wish, a dream...
or a really great pair of shoes.
WHY YOU SHOULD GO
It has been remade for television twice, but this is the
first (and only) version of Rogers + Hammerstein’s
CINDERELLA produced expressly for the Broadway stage.
CO-PRESENTED BY:
MARCH 17 • 8:00PM
MARCH 18 • 2:00PM & 8:00PM
MARCH 19 • 1:00PM & 6:30PM
BAREFOOT IN THE PARK features newlyweds Corie and
Paul Bratter, having completed their six-day honeymoon,
moving into their first apartment in Greenwich Village
in New York City. Corie is romantic, impulsive, and
enthusiastic, while her husband is a proper, careful, even
“stuffy” young attorney who is more concerned with his
budding legal career than he is with helping build their
love nest and perpetuating the honeymoon atmosphere.
Soon Corie and Paul quarrel, Paul questioning Corie’s
judgment and Corie questioning Paul’s sense of romance
and adventure. Even in his first play, acclaimed playwright
and humorist Neil Simon had mastered the qualities
that would make him enormously successful. First
and foremost, BAREFOOT IN THE PARK is clever and
hilarious, filled with snappy dialogue and witty one-liners.
WHY YOU SHOULD GO
Neil Simon is a genius of comedy and of the human heart.
Through comedy, he explores love, relationship, marriage,
and family––the pangs of loss and the joy of reunion.
CO-PRESENTED BY:
APRIL 21 • 8:00PM
APRIL 22 • 2:00PM & 8:00PM
APRIL 23 • 1:00PM & 6:30PM
They took Broadway by storm in one of the biggest hits
of all time! Now, THE MIDTOWN MEN are bringing their
magic to audiences everywhere, singing their favorite
“Sixties Hits” from The Beatles, The Rascals, Motown,
The Four Seasons, and more, back to life!
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.
WHY YOU SHOULD GO
These talented entertainers shared the Broadway stage
for over a thousand performances in the mega-hit Jersey
Boys. Now you can see them live in Lexington!
CO-PRESENTED BY:
ADD THESE GREAT SHOWS TO YOUR SEASON PACKAGE!
ACT NOW FOR THE BEST SEATS!
JULY 14-17, 2016
OCTOBER 29, 2016
DECEMBER 22, 2016
Experience the magic of MARY POPPINS, the
legendary nanny who is practically perfect
in every way! Your heart will be warmed
by this classic story that features many
songs from the 1964 Disney film, including
“Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” “Feed the
Birds,” and “A Spoonful of Sugar,” along with
beautiful new tunes written for the 2006 stage
version. MARY POPPINS is a sure-fire hit for
the whole family! The Lexington Theatre
Company pairs Today’s Broadway Stars with
Tomorrow’s Broadway Hopefuls to create
fantastic productions right here in Lexington.
LEGENDS IN CONCERT is the longest-running
show in Las Vegas, and after 33 years is
still voted #1 tribute show in the city. The
internationally acclaimed and award-winning
production is known as the pioneer of live
tribute shows, and possesses the greatest
collection of live tribute artists in the world.
These incredible tribute artists have pitch
perfect live vocals, signature choreography,
and stunningly similar appearances to the
legends they portray. LEGENDS IN CONCERT
is known for elaborate theatrical sets,
magnificent costumes and a full array of special
effects. An outstanding cast of accomplished
tribute artists, talented ensemble of singers
and dancers, and a live orchestra comprised
of some the industry’s top musicians, bring the
musical experience to life.
The ultimate holiday tradition! MANNHEIM
STEAMROLLER CHRISTMAS by Chip Davis
has been America’s favorite holiday tradition
for the past 30 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.
Experience the magic as the spirit of the
season comes alive with the signature sound
of Mannheim Steamroller. Their holiday CDs
have become synonymous with Christmas and
continue to occupy top spots on Billboard’s
Seasonal Charts every year!
5-SHOW SEASON
TICKET PACKAGES
FOR AS
LOW AS
$180
OR
6 EASY PAYMENTS
STARTING AT $30*
* Initial Payment and Monthly Payment Vary By Price Level
SEASON TICKET HOLDER BENEFITS
• PRIORITY SEATING - Season ticket holders receive priority seating. Better yet, you get
those same great seats for every show in the series.
• LOWEST PRICES - Single-show ticket prices are subject to increase. However, season
ticket holders are guaranteed the lowest prices, saving as much as 53%.
• FLEXIBLE PAYMENTS - Your total order can be billed to your credit card in six easy
installments (when ordered by July 15, 2016).
• FLEXIBLE EXCHANGES - Season ticket holders have the privilege of exchanging tickets
for another performance time of the same show.
• PERSONAL SERVICE - Direct access and personalized service from our most
experienced staff members. Our account managers will help guide you throughout the
season and make every effort to accommodate your needs.
ENHANCE YOUR EXPERIENCE WHILE SUPPORTING THE OPERA HOUSE FUND
Broadway Live and Variety Live are
presentations of The Lexington Center
Corporation with support of The Opera
House Fund. The mission of these not-forprofit organizations encourages utilization
of the theatre for touring productions and
local performing arts. Your tax deductible
donation helps to sustain performing arts
at the historic Lexington Opera House.
Priority Seating for Broadway Live is
determined by level of donation, detailed
on this page.
For more information,
call the Lexington Center Ticket Office:
(859) 233-4567 ext.3701
PLATINUM ($350 Donation Per Seat) - 1ST PRIORITY SEATING
One Meet & Greet with Cast Members (subject to approval, must be
requested in advance) + Everything Listed Below
GOLD ($250 Donation Per Seat) - 2ND PRIORITY SEATING
Opera House Concession Gift Card + Everything Listed Below
SILVER ($150 Donation Per Seat) - 3RD PRIORITY SEATING
Access to the Pardy’s Pub Club (Friday & Saturday evenings)
or Gallery Club (Saturday matinee & Sunday performances)
+ Broadway Hits iTunes Redemption Card + Everything Listed Below
FRIEND ($50 Donation Per Seat)
Name Recognition in Every Show Playbill
E
D
TO
LOBBY
TO
LOBBY
C
B
ORDER BY PHONE:
(859) 233-3535
Mon - Fri from 10am to 6pm
D
PURCHASE IN PERSON:
OR
A
C
B
LEVEL 3
GALLERY
A
Swing by the Lexington Center Ticket Office located
on the 3rd level of The Shops at Lexington Center.
H
HOURS: Monday - Friday from 10am to 6pm.
G
J
TO
LOBBY
J
B
D
J
TO
LOBBY
H
G
F
J
F
TO
LOBBY
E
H
H
D
G
OR VISIT: LEXINGTONOPERAHOUSE.COM
A
C
G
C
F
B
E
D
A
C
B
LEVEL 2
A
MEZZANINE
A
B
C
D
E
F
2016-2017 • SEASON PACKAGE PRICING
FULL SEASON
P1
P2
P3
P4
FRIDAY EVENING
$340
$300
$250
$200
SATURDAY MATINEE
$340
$300
$250
$200
SATURDAY EVENING
SUNDAY MATINEE
SUNDAY EVENING
$340
$340
$300
$300
$300
$260
$250
$250
$220
TO
LOBBY
LEVEL 1
ORCHESTRA
O
$200
$200
$180
TO
LOBBY
O
N
N
M
M
L
L
K
K
J
J
H
H
G
G
F
F
E
E
D
D
C
C
B
B
A
A
MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE - 6 EASY PAYMENTS!
PAYMENT PLANS STARTING AT $30. MONTHLY PAYMENTS VARY BY PRICE LEVEL
STAGE
Performance times may vary per title. Check each show for exact dates and times. Due to the nature of live entertainment, dates, times, prices,
shows, actors, venues, and sales are subject to change without notice. All tickets subject to convenience charges.
SPECIAL THANKS TO THESE GENEROUS BUSINESS PARTNERS WHO SUPPORT BROADWAY LIVE
LEADING ROLE
SPONSORS:
MEDIA PARTNERS:
BROADWAY LIVE AT THE OPERA HOUSE
THE OPERA HOUSE FUND
C/O LEXINGTON CENTER CORPORATION
430 WEST VINE STREET
LEXINGTON, KY 40507
RENT
SEPTEMBER 16-18, 2016
PIPPIN
JANUARY 20-22, 2017
CINDERELLA
FEBRUARY 17-19, 2017
BAREFOOT IN THE PARK
MARCH 17-19, 2017
MIDTOWN MEN
APRIL 21-23, 2017
MARY POPPINS
JULY 14-17, 2016
LEGENDS IN CONCERT
OCTOBER 29, 2016
MANNHEIM STEAMROLLER
DECEMBER 22, 2016
NON-PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
US POSTAGE PAID
Permit #1
Lexington, KY