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JANUARY & FEBRUARY |
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SANTA CRUZ SHOESTRING PLAYERS Directed by Susan Ford, Proof won the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and the Tony Award for Best Play. The story revolves around Catherine, a troubled young woman, who has spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, a famous mathematician. Opening Night Reception ~ Thursday, January 26 after performance |
We saw the play last night and Al and I both agree that it is one of the best plays we have seen in years!! – The acting, the directing, the play itself, the technical aspects – were all superior!!
We commend you and Shoestring Players for giving us such a gift of good theatre!!
Julie Saterbak
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JACK LASSETER SPEAKS Here Jack tells us all about the history of the western cattle business, who the cowboys were, what their life was like, their special terminology and apparel, why their boots are pointed and their hats turned up, why bareback is safer than with a saddle, what life was like on a cattle drive, how did one start a ranch and survive in Arizona, and much more. It is a fascinating subject that most of us don’t know much about except from the movies. Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00 PM |
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ALLAN RIDING SEXTET with vocalist Julie Anne The Sextet is comprised of Trumpet/Flugel Horn, Trombone, Alto/Tenor Sax and Flute, and a rhythm section of Piano, Bass and Drums. The musical focus of the sextet is straight ahead Jazz from the 1940s through 1970s, playing mainly well known standards with a sprinkling of Jazz originals including ballads, Swing and Latin numbers, as well as Dixieland arrangements. The music is fun to listen to and great for dancing. Wednesday, February 8 at 7:00 PM |
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OLDIES BUT GOODIES REVUE Remember that old familiar street-corner music from the 50s and 60s? Along with familiar oldies, Desert Doo Wop will also perform some original material. Look forward to a trip down memory lane. Friday, February 10 at 7:00 PM |
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LAUGHING STOCK COMEDY CO. Armed with only a bag of props, their quick wits and some suggestions form the audience, Laughing Stock take you on a laugh filled ride with their unique blend of improvisational comedy. Friday, February 14 at 7:00 PM |
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GREEN VALLEY CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY Join members and musicians of the Green Valley Chamber Music Society as they celebrate 30 years of bringing wonderful chamber music to the area. A reception of refreshments will precede a fantastic performance with many new faces. Saturday, February 18 from 1:30 ~ 4:00 PM |
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CLASSIX Six of Green Valley’s vocalists perform a variety of music including folk, traditional, classical, pop, seasonal and novelty numbers. The arrangements are in close six-part harmony featuring soloists with voice accompaniment and their special brand of harmony. Tuesday, February 21 at 7:00 PM |
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FOMC LECTURE SERIES Doug Moore, popular speaker and Director of Education for the Friends of Madera Canyon, will give a PowerPoint presentation on “The Flowers of Madera Canyon”. Thursday, February 23 at 2:00 PM |
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DIXIE CATS Southern Arizonans are fortunate to have the Dixie Cats appearing at the Performance & Art Center. This six-piece Dixieland Band has been performing in the area and Tucson for many years. The band is made up of a number of musicians who have also performed with such bands as The Bourbon Street Jazz Band, The Dixie Sidewinders and the Rob Wright Dixieland Show Band. The Dixie Cats specialize in New Orleans-style jazz that includes gospel and blues. Thursday, February 24 at 7:00 PM |
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BALLET FOLKLORICO LA PALOMA Ballet Folklorico La Paloma represented Arizona at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia, and they have been invited to perform at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, England. The dancers are performing at various locations across Arizona to raise funds to repair costumes, make new costumes and offset travel expenses. Join us for a spectacular performance full of dance and music. Saturday, February 25 at 7:00 PM |
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SUSAN ARTEMIS Charming audiences with her sultry voice and sophisticated piano interpretations of classic jazz standards by the likes of Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, Cole Porter and others. Jazz pianist and vocalist Susan Artemis artfully combines classical piano favorites with great American standards. Backed by percussion and bass, this is an exceptionally creative and unique program coming to the CPAC stage for the first time. Monday, February 27 at 7:00 PM |
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SHOWTIME with Michael G & Friends Michael G will dazzle the audience with his keyboard skills in a CPAC Showtime Special with guest Artists Joey Lessa, Regina Ford, Mike Finkelstein and Steve Maron. The performance will feature Jazz and Latin Jazz music from the 40s to present. Music arrangements composed by Michael G. Saturday, March 3 at 7:00 PM |
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MOTOWN with the extraordinary Joe Bourne The Music of Motown stars Joe Bourne backed by Giant Blue, an 8 piece band featuring Anna War on vocals and an incredible horn section. It’s a trip down memory lane with the hits you love from those great artists Marvin Gay, Smokey Robinson, the Temptations, Stevie Wonder, the 4 Tops, Lou Rawls, Michael Jackson, and many more. Tuesday, March 6 at 7:00 PM |
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IRISH NIGHT Nancy McCallion returns to the CPAC stage with her Irish Night. An internationally acclaimed singer/songwriter from the Mollys, she is joined by Catherine Zavala on mandolin and vocals, and Kevin Schramm on accordion, guitar and bouzouki for a performance of Irish music. Tuesday, March 13 at 7:00 PM |
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FOR THE LOVE OF THE ARTS Join us for a wonderful evening of the Arts as we raise scholarship money for support of our Camp of the Arts. Featuring expert wine tasting hosted by BevMo!, fine dining by Arizona Family Restaurant and dance music by Mary Lou’s Quintet. Dress is business casual and an inclination to have a delightful evening a must. Saturday, March 10 from 5:30 to 8:00 PM |
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STRAIT COUNTRY Enjoy an evening of real county music! Kevin Sterner takes center stage, paying tribute to the music of legendary George Strait. Featuring fiddle and steel guitar. Thursday, March 15 at 7:00 PM |
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JACK LASSETER SPEAKS Jack recounts the story of some of the women on the Arizona frontier, focusing on an Apache woman, a Spanish woman and a New England woman. There are also governors, judges, a bridesmaid of Eleanor Roosevelt, the Captain of the “Arizona Navy”, the first territorial historian, a famous painter and architect and the last stagecoach robber. Tuesday, March 20 at 7:00 PM |
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DESERT MOUNTAIN BRASS Desert Mountain Brass cordially invites you join us for a spectacular musical excursion through time and space. Your first imaginary stop will be at a magnificent cathedral in Rome where you will experience first-hand the glory and splendor of the Renaissance, courtesy of composer Giovanni Gabrieli. Then it’s off for fast paced joy ride through Canadian countryside where we will enjoy a little “Suite from the Monteregian Hills,” we’ll make a march down way down yonder to New Orleans where stop for a listen to a “Bourbon Street Parade” and before the imaginary clock strikes twelve, we will make our arrival for a “Midnight in Moscow”. A host of twists, turns, and other pleasant surprises awaiting your ears we venture forward complete our trip. You may even feel a bit more invigorated to get things done after a little “Spring Cleaning Rag”…all possible through the mystery and magic of sound. So get ready for a wild ride and a wonderful journey. It’s one you won’t want to miss, and best of all you don’t need to pack a bag to join in on the fun. Your ears, heart, and soul will thank for it! Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 PM |
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SANTA CRUZ SHOESTRING PLAYERS Shoestring Players will close out their 2011-2012 season with Garson Kanin’s award winning comedy about sex and politics, “Born Yesterday”. Take one uncouth, rich junk dealer and his showgirl mistress and drop them into the hotbed of American politics, Washington D.C. Add one bright and hosest young newspaperman and watch the not-so-dumb blonde showgirl learn about life, literature, honesty and true love in this audience delighting comedy which is as pertinent today as it was when it premiered in 1948. Directed by Susan Voorhees. Opening Night Reception ~ Thursday, March 29 at 7:00 PM |
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FOMC LECTURE SERIES Dr. Wethington, Executive Director of the Hummingbird Monitoring Network, will give insight on this fascinating project which conducted at several sites around the US including Madera Canyon. Tuesday, April 3 at 2:00 PM |
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JACK LASSETER SPEAKS Jack shares his trip of a lifetime through photographs and stories including close and personal encounters with lions, leopards and elephants. He will also address the country’s Apartheid history and its present experiment in democracy. Tuesday, April 3 at 7:00 PM |
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RODNEY HOUSLEY Voted the best magician in Arizona, Rodney Housley will impress everyone with his talent and showmanship. Enjoy wondrous live music by pianist Kimberlee Kae and meet the future of magic, Preston Housley. Magic, music and laughter for the entire family. Saturday, April 21 at 7:00 PM |