Center for the Arts announces season
PLATTEVILLE-The University of Wisconsin-Platteville Performing Art Series proudly announces its 2008-2009 Season. The Series strives to bring a wide variety of productions to Platteville and the Tri-States area.
The first half of the season includes:
Project a dynamic young group that is exciting audiences with their energy and innovative style. Their sound can only be described as a fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and world music - balanced out by a sincere allegiance to their classical roots. September 9th 7:30pm
Sweeney Todd by Stephen Sondheim is the hit musical based on the 19th century legend of a London barber driven to a life of crime after a malevolent judge takes his wife and child from him. Sweeney’s plan for revenge includes a cutthroat partnership with Mrs. Lovett—an enterprising businesswoman—who is soon producing the tastiest meat pies in London. October 5th 7:00pm
Spanish Brass was formed in 1989 by five Spanish musicians who created an eclectic and innovative project that they developed over the years in different fields including: music, performance, education, and creation. Today they tour all over the world with courses intended for chamber music and recordings. October 8th 7:30pm
Frigg combines elements of their respective folk traditions with touches of American Appalachian and Country music, they create an entirely new sound which feels simultaneously innovative and familiar. October 15th 7:30pm
Simply Sinatra with Steve Lippia brings a performer who has become one of the most prominent, in-demand vocalists and has quickly established his place among the finest interpreters of “standards” and traditional pop music in the nation. Steve’s youthful, energetic talent and powerful show creates a perfect blend of “classic” with “today”. His show introduces a new generation to the timeless music of Frank Sinatra, while appealing to long-time listeners. November 9th 7:30pm
Chic Gamine a vocal super group from Winnipeg’s French Quarter, has been singing together in various formations since 1997. Most recently, three of them were members of the acclaimed World Vocal ensemble Madrigaia, and look to embellish that legacy with new, original material. November 13th 7:30pm
Ricky Skaggs has often said that he is "just trying to make a living" playing the music he loves. But it's clear that his passion for bluegrass puts him in the position to bring this lively, distinctively American form of music out of isolation and into the ears and hearts of audiences across the country and around the world. November 15th 7:30pm
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has become one of the most popular touring bands on the road today. Having put the swing craze that briefly dominated Alternative radio in 1998 behind them, BBVD now carries on the tradition of the legendary Big Bands and orchestras by touring non-stop, performing over 100 concerts each year around the world. December 4th 7:30pm
The second half of the season which begins in February of 2009 includes: The Jeff Coffin Mu’Tet on February 6; the 70 piece Czech Symphony Orchestra on February 13; the national tour of Jesus Christ Superstar starring Ted Neeley February 15; Footloose The Musical will be April 17; and Gilligan’s Island the Musical starring Barry Williams will be May 3.
Series subscriptions for all events are on sale now. Single tickets for Fall PAS events are also on sale with tickets for the second half of the series going on sale 12/1/08 with an Internet presale beginning 11/29/08. Visit the CFA website for ticket information at http://www.uwplatt.edu/arts/cfa.
Tickets are available through the University Box Office in the Center for the Arts the University Box Office is open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm and can be reached by calling (608)-342-1298. The University Box Office is located in newly renovated Ullsvik Hall located at the intersection of Hickory and Main Streets in Platteville. Tickets are now available online 24/7 at http://tickets.uwplatt.edu. More information on the Performing Arts Series and other performance events can be found at http://uwplatt.edu/arts/cfa.
The first half of the season includes:
Project a dynamic young group that is exciting audiences with their energy and innovative style. Their sound can only be described as a fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and world music - balanced out by a sincere allegiance to their classical roots. September 9th 7:30pm
Sweeney Todd by Stephen Sondheim is the hit musical based on the 19th century legend of a London barber driven to a life of crime after a malevolent judge takes his wife and child from him. Sweeney’s plan for revenge includes a cutthroat partnership with Mrs. Lovett—an enterprising businesswoman—who is soon producing the tastiest meat pies in London. October 5th 7:00pm
Spanish Brass was formed in 1989 by five Spanish musicians who created an eclectic and innovative project that they developed over the years in different fields including: music, performance, education, and creation. Today they tour all over the world with courses intended for chamber music and recordings. October 8th 7:30pm
Frigg combines elements of their respective folk traditions with touches of American Appalachian and Country music, they create an entirely new sound which feels simultaneously innovative and familiar. October 15th 7:30pm
Simply Sinatra with Steve Lippia brings a performer who has become one of the most prominent, in-demand vocalists and has quickly established his place among the finest interpreters of “standards” and traditional pop music in the nation. Steve’s youthful, energetic talent and powerful show creates a perfect blend of “classic” with “today”. His show introduces a new generation to the timeless music of Frank Sinatra, while appealing to long-time listeners. November 9th 7:30pm
Chic Gamine a vocal super group from Winnipeg’s French Quarter, has been singing together in various formations since 1997. Most recently, three of them were members of the acclaimed World Vocal ensemble Madrigaia, and look to embellish that legacy with new, original material. November 13th 7:30pm
Ricky Skaggs has often said that he is "just trying to make a living" playing the music he loves. But it's clear that his passion for bluegrass puts him in the position to bring this lively, distinctively American form of music out of isolation and into the ears and hearts of audiences across the country and around the world. November 15th 7:30pm
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has become one of the most popular touring bands on the road today. Having put the swing craze that briefly dominated Alternative radio in 1998 behind them, BBVD now carries on the tradition of the legendary Big Bands and orchestras by touring non-stop, performing over 100 concerts each year around the world. December 4th 7:30pm
The second half of the season which begins in February of 2009 includes: The Jeff Coffin Mu’Tet on February 6; the 70 piece Czech Symphony Orchestra on February 13; the national tour of Jesus Christ Superstar starring Ted Neeley February 15; Footloose The Musical will be April 17; and Gilligan’s Island the Musical starring Barry Williams will be May 3.
Series subscriptions for all events are on sale now. Single tickets for Fall PAS events are also on sale with tickets for the second half of the series going on sale 12/1/08 with an Internet presale beginning 11/29/08. Visit the CFA website for ticket information at http://www.uwplatt.edu/arts/cfa.
Tickets are available through the University Box Office in the Center for the Arts the University Box Office is open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm and can be reached by calling (608)-342-1298. The University Box Office is located in newly renovated Ullsvik Hall located at the intersection of Hickory and Main Streets in Platteville. Tickets are now available online 24/7 at http://tickets.uwplatt.edu. More information on the Performing Arts Series and other performance events can be found at http://uwplatt.edu/arts/cfa.
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