Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

While working in the student union organization at the University of Georgia as a concert promoter, Parks had the opportunity to play Duane Allman’s 1959 sunburst Gibson Les Paul.



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7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Experience

Named the “best Eagles tribute on Earth” by Rolling Stone Magazine, 7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Experience offers an authentic recreation of an Eagles concert from start to finish. 7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Experience covers some of the Eagles greatest hits, from “Take it Easy” to “Hotel California.”


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BRUCE SMIRNOFF

The Jew, The Old Jew, and The Guy from Jersey (An Evening of Clean Stand-Up Comedy)
Friday, November 13, 2015at 7pm

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Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

- Walter Park's swamp-inspired style of finger picking and raspy vocals takes traditional Southern rock riffs and injects them with a taste of the rhythm and blues, elevating his sound to a whole new level.



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Swamp Cabbage New VooDoo Boogaloo

Swamp Cabbage New Voodoo Boogaloo Rockwood Music Hall Jan 20 2014 www.swampcabbage.com


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Monday, September 28, 2015

The National Acrobats of the People's Republic of China at the Sondheim

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The National Acrobats of the People's Republic of China, the preeminent national acrobatic troupe from Beijing comes to the Sondheim Center to thrill young and old alike with their athletic skill, daring feats and artistry. Founded more than six decades ago, The National Acrobats of the People's Republic of China has toured the world with one-of-a-kind acrobatic acts, receiving widespread acclaim and countless awards. Audiences gasp and cheer when these highly skilled acrobats perform their jaw-dropping feats based on traditions dating back thousands of years. Tumbling, juggling, contortion and balancing acts are all performed to a combination of traditional and modern music, along with colorful, imaginative props and sets, making this a thrilling experience for the entire family.


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Lee Greenwood

This season at The Lyric Theatre, Greenwood will perform hits such as “Somebody’s Gonna Love You” and “Going Going Gone.”


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Gary Arbuthnot

“Stunningly beautiful and impeccable were the first words that came to mind as I listened to Irish flutist Gary Arbuthnot” – Rebecca Hovan, The Flutist Quarterly



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Saturday, September 26, 2015

Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

Walter Parks worked with the Florida Ballet in 2011 on a joint project called the “Ballet de Marais,” which combined dance with swamp-inspired music. The work premiered in Jacksonville at the Florida Ballet’s downtown studio.



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Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

- Walter Park's swamp-inspired style of finger picking and raspy vocals takes traditional Southern rock riffs and injects them with a taste of the rhythm and blues, elevating his sound to a whole new level.



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Thursday, September 24, 2015

Poodleful! A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

- Based on the book series Pansy at The Palace by Cynthia Bardes and featuring 10 original songs, Poodleful is the delightful new musical for the entire family.



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Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

“A listen to Parks’ soulful Americana rock is to be immersed in warm guitar melodies, smoky vocals and troubadour narratives that gather strength with age.” – WNYC



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Kathleen Madigan

"Kathleen Madigan...proves that she remains one of the best women, if not the best, working on the stand-up comedy circuit." - Comic's Comic



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​National Chinese Circus and the Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China

“As the performers move through a series of dizzying acts of physical virtuosity, the audience gasps, groans, and covers their eyes, act after act stunned. Costumes were bright, sparkly and colorful, and the performers moved with almost impossible grace” - Centre Daily Times, PA.



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Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Walter Parks Dipstick Rag Mercantile Distinctive Series

See Walter Parks, October 3, 2015 at The Lyric!


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Poodleful! A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

- Based on the book series Pansy at The Palace by Cynthia Bardes and featuring 10 original songs, Poodleful is the delightful new musical for the entire family.



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Poodleful! Rehearsals

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BACKSTAGE PASS VIDEO Volume 4 • Episode 2 Go back stage in this video short with the creative team Ken Clifton & DJ Salisbury and see the cast in rehearsals.


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The Jew, The Old Jew, and The Guy from Jersey (An Evening of Clean Stand-Up Comedy)

"Actor-comedian Bruce Smirnoff proves to be a charmingly low-key and often hilarious storyteller " - Variety



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Tom Wopat & John Schneider: RETURN OF THE DUKES Christmas

Tom Wopat played the role of U.S. Marshal Gil Tatum in the 2012 Quentin Tarantino film “Django Unchained.”



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Lee Greenwood

"Somebody's Gonna Love You" and "Dixie Road," both became #1 hits.


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Gary Arbuthnot

Gary Arbuthnot plays on a Muramatsu PTP platinum plated flute made for him in 1998.



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Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Live in Central Park [REVISITED]: Simon and Garfunkel

Simon and Garfunkel originally performed under the name “Tom and Jerry,” enjoying success with their first single “Hey Schoolgirl” when the two artists were only 16 years old.



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Monday, September 21, 2015

Poodleful! A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace


Based on the book series Pansy at The Palace by Cynthia Bardes and featuring 10 original songs, Poodleful is the delightful new musical for the entire family.


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Poodleful! A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

- Based on the book series Pansy at The Palace by Cynthia Bardes and featuring 10 original songs, Poodleful is the delightful new musical for the entire family.



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Sunday, September 20, 2015

7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Experience

In addition to materials by The Eagles, 7 Bridges also incorporates solo material from Don Henley and material from Joe Walsh and his group, The James Gang.



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Saturday, September 19, 2015

Michael Amante Live Performance Footage

Michael Amante Live


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Celebrate National Arts & Education Week 2015!

The No Child Left Behind Act clearly mandates The Arts (music, art, foreign language, etc.) as a core academic subject. #ArtsEdWeek

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Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

In 1973, Parks formed his first group, The Parental Tears Band, an ode to his parents’ fear that their children would pursue music careers.



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Kathleen Madigan

Kathleen Madigan is close friends with comedian Lewis Black.



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​National Chinese Circus and the Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China

In the 1980s, the troupe influenced the direction of the well-known acrobatics company Cirque du Soleil with their non-animal program.



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Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

at The Lyric Theatre Oct 3, 2015 7:00 pm

A Jacksonville native, Walter Parks has never forgotten his roots. The veteran jazz and blues guitarist and former lead guitarist for Richie Havens brings a little Florida flair into every performance, creating a unique, swamp-inspired style of finger picking and raspy vocals. As the leader of the neo-southern rock group Swamp Cabbage, Parks takes traditional Southern rock riffs and injects them with a taste of the rhythm and blues, elevating his sound to a whole new level. This season at The Lyric Theatre, Walter Parks will give you a taste of North Florida in Swamp by Chandelier, a one-man guitar production inspired by the historic sounds of the Okefenokee Swamp.

Born and raised in Jacksonville Florida, Walter Parks first developed an interest in music in grade school, when he picked up the viola during music class. Eventually transitioning to the guitar, Parks started his first group in 1973, The Parental Tears Band. The band was short-lived however, as the aspiring musician chose to momentarily abandon his dream and enroll in business school at the University of Georgia. Realizing that his true passion was music, Walter Parks dropped out and returned to Jacksonville in the 1980s to start a fusion jazz band called The Sneakers. Destined for stardom, Parks won a talent contest in 1989 and moved to the Big Apple. By 1991, the guitarist had formed The Nudes with cellist Stephanie Winters. The group produced three albums and toured successfully through the United States, performing at colleges and folk festivals. Parks got his big break in 2001, when legendary singer-songwriter Richie Havens invited him to join the band.

Parks toured with Havens until 2011, when he broke with the group to form Swamp Cabbage, a band that blends blues and jazz with North Florida southern rock. The group has recorded three albums, and their fourth album Jive is due out soon. The name of the group comes from the delicacy made from the Sabal palm tree, which has been stewed by Creeks, Timucuans, Seminole and other native Floridians for centuries. Dedicated to his swampy roots, Walter Parks is inspired by the natural and cultural landscape of North Florida, incorporating the sound of Jacksonville into every performance. For his performance at The Lyric Theatre, Parks presents Swamp by Chandelier, a solo guitar performance that evokes the sounds of the Florida swamp. Swamp by Chandelier features an arrangement of Walter Parks’ own compositions as well as some of the guitarist’s favorite inspirations, including acoustic works by the legendary Richie Havens as well as some modernized interpretations of historic music from the Library of Congress archives.


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Friday, September 18, 2015

Walter Parks "Swamp By Chandelier"

- Walter Park's swamp-inspired style of finger picking and raspy vocals takes traditional Southern rock riffs and injects them with a taste of the rhythm and blues, elevating his sound to a whole new level.



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Gary Arbuthnot - Live and Let Die

Live and Let Die Flute - Gary Arbuthnot Production - Richard Taylor


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Poodleful! A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

The family that sees PLAYS together, stays together!


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Paul Tanner “12 Personalities and No Waiting”

From Neil Diamond to Tom Jones, Johnny Cash, Elvis, and beyond, Paul Tanner's show has made him one of today's most sought-after acts in the world of live entertainment.


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The Jew, The Old Jew, and The Guy from Jersey (An Evening of Clean Stand-Up Comedy)

Freddie Roman was originally the owner of a ladies shoe store before realizing his love was "not in shoe business, but in show business."



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New family musical at Lyric

Shelley Koppel
Staff writer
Your Voice News & Views
9/18/15

STUART — The best way to introduce young audiences to the delights of live theater is to take them to see live theater. Unfortunately, there are not a lot of opportunities in the area for family-friendly, high-quality entertainment.

Riverside Theatre in Vero Beach has created Riverside Theatricals, a division of the theater that will focus on the creation of new musicals. The first, “Poodleful, A K9 Mystery Musical,” will be presented at the Lyric Theatre in StuartSept. 25.

The show, written by Ken Clifton and DJ Salisbury, is based on the book “Pansy at the Palace” by Cynthia Bardes. It follows the adventures of Pansy the poodle and her “person,” Avery, at the glamourous Palace Hotel in Beverly Hills.

Jon Moses, the Riverside’s managing director and chief operating officer, said that it is a long-standing desire of Riverside Theatre CEO Allen Cornell and musical director Clifton to create new works.

“We’re starting with children’s productions,” Moses said. “It’s a little niche of the market we felt was underserved. We wanted to help beef up the amount of entertainment for younger families.”

The show begins with Pansy as a “poodle in waiting,” looking for a person to adopt her. When Avery comes long, the two are very happy. Then a mysterious theft happens that threatens to close the hotel. Pansy helps solve the mystery.

For Moses and the creative team, choosing this particular production was a matter of timing.

“We just so happened to have the book in front of us,” Moses said. The author, Cynthia Bardes, had dropped off a copy of the book to Allen. She’s local and accessible. When you’re looking for new works, there are things in the public domain and those where you have to negotiate permission with the author. She’s fond of the theater and we were able to quickly contact her and negotiate it. She was thrilled we were using her book to launch a new project.”

The cast of six for the show is made up of young professionals.

“They’re all fresh out of college,” Moses said. “They are with us for the entire year. The show opens at the Riverside Sept. 18 and at the Lyric Sept. 25. We have an engagement in Gainesville Nov. 12 at the Florida Theatre Conference. We’re hoping to pick up additional dates. All of the actors are also in one show or another in the two Main Stage shows. It’s an incredible opportunity for young performers.”

Moses said a second production is in the works. While he wasn’t ready to give out details, he said it would be for children and families.
“You have to start at a young age,” he said. “That’s why we’re starting the way we are starting. We’re building the audiences for tomorrow by getting them accustomed to the theater.

“Poodleful” will be presented at the Lyric Theatre Sept. 25. Tickets are $15. Visit the website www.lyrictheatre.com or call the box office at (772) 286-7827.


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Thursday, September 17, 2015

Encourage Creativity: Teach the Arts (facts, figures, action)

This fun and insightful video is packed with facts and figures presented in a lighthearted yet downright serious manner. Natalie drops science on arts in education. Test your knowledge and then send this to everyone you know. They’re bound to get a kick out of it. And they might even learn something.


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Simon & Garfunkel - April Come She Will (Live In New York 1981)

Simon & Garfunkel Live in Central Park.... April come she will When streams are ripe and swelled with rain May she will stay Resting in my arms again June she'll change her tune In restless walks she'll prowl the night July she will fly And give no warning to her flight August die she must The autumn winds blow chilly and cold September I remember A love once new has now grown old


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Celebrate National Arts & Education Week 2015!

Music programs are constantly in danger of being cut from shrinking school budgets even though they're proven to improve academics. Show educators how important arts are in your community.

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Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Encourage Creativity: Teach the Arts (extended)

A colorful, rich, beautiful depiction of children describing their experience with the arts. From photography to dance, music to painting, and beyond, this short video shows what “the arts” are and how they impact young people’s quality of life, in the classroom, community, and home. Elegantly capturing the imagination and passion of young learners with an emotional and impactful message straight from young people’s mouths. Both moving and inspirational.


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Celebrate National Arts & Education Week 2015!

Students who study art are 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement and 3 times more likely to be awarded for school attendance.

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Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Encourage Creativity: Teach the Arts (documentary)

Using their own words, three ordinary children with an extraordinary commitment demonstrate the power of art in their everyday lives. Ian (10 yrs old) suffers attention and learning challenges so he uses art to quell anxiety before gymnastics competitions and focus before big tests. Jordyn (8 yrs old) used dance and music to put an end to being bullied at school, make new friends, and deal with the feelings that come with growing up. Andrew (14 yrs old) is home-schooled, a Tae Kwon Do black belt, and has a composer fellowship with LA Philharmonic. Various educators discuss the profound impact the arts have on young people, from engagement to graduation, and employment to self-expression.


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Kathleen Madigan - Again Again - Nurse Mom

See Kathleen Live at The Lyric!

Kathleen Madigan's mom was a nurse. A clip from her show 'Again Again'.


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The Good, The Bad and The Tenor: Starring Michael Amante and Friends

Amante has been called "the people's tenor" and the "prince of high C's"


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It's National Arts & Education Week!

Researchers find that sustained learning in music and theater correlates strongly with higher achievement in both math and reading. #ArtsEdWeek

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Monday, September 14, 2015

Tom Wopat & John Schneider: RETURN OF THE DUKES Christmas

“The two are great admirers of one another's vocal styles — Schneider compares Wopat's singing to a well-moistened saxophone reed, saying, "You can hear the history in it, you can hear life in it. I love that. And his phrasing is fantastic." And Wopat says that even though Schneider has the deeper voice, they sound uncannily alike when heard together.” – NPR


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Gary Arbuthnot

“Gary Arbuthnot's flute playing is really quite phenomenal. His technique is flawless, and his sound is nothing short of breathtaking - it has vibrancy, resonance, nuance and clarity in spades.” – Pan Magazine


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Direct from Beijing, The National Circus and Acrobats of the People's Republic of China

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National Circus & Acrobats of the People's Republic of China 2015


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Kathleen Madigan - Going To The Gym (Stand up Comedy)

See Kathleen Live at The Lyric!

In Kathleen's new special, one of America's funniest comics drops in on Detroit, her favorite road city. She delivers an hour of new material from time spent with her Irish Catholic Midwest family, eating random pills out of her mother's purse, touring Afghanistan, her unparalleled love of John Denver, and the Lunesta butterfly.


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White Room by Jack Bruce per Swamp Cabbage

See Walter Parks, October 3, 2015 at The Lyric!

White Room by Jack Bruce Walter Parks & Jagoda at The Distillery Gallery, Jersey City Heights Jerry Khan artwork on the walls. www.walterparks.com


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Celebrate National Arts & Education Week 2015!

Arts and music education programs are mandatory in countries that rank consistently among the highest for math and science test scores, like Japan, Hungary, and the Netherlands.

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Paul Tanner “12 Personalities and No Waiting”

Paul Tanner did his very first impression at the age of 7.



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Sunday, September 13, 2015

Encourage Creativity: Teach the Arts

Using their own words, children share their passion for learning through multiple art disciplines. From photography to dance, music to painting, and beyond, this short PSA-style video shows what “the arts” are and how they impact young people’s quality of life. You can use this video to start a conversation about access to arts in your area. The courage, elegance, and ingenuity these young artists share is captured in this compelling and touching spot.


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Friday, September 11, 2015

Poodleful ~ A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

- Based on the book series Pansy at The Palace by Cynthia Bardes and featuring 10 original songs, Poodleful is the delightful new musical for the entire family.



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Poodleful ~ A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

Poodleful ~ Friday, September 25th at 7pm. Affordable Family Fun at The Lyric! All Seats only !


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Poodleful ~ A Family Musical based on Pansy at the Palace

at The Lyric Theatre Sep 25, 2015 7:00 pm

A New Family Musical by Riverside Theatricals
You're never too small to make a difference! Pansy is a poodle in waiting, determined to find the perfect person to adopt her. When a little girl named Avery enters, Pansy knows she is the one. Pansy’s life blossoms, from rags to riches, with her new family and life at The Palace Hotel in Beverly Hills. But when a mysterious theft occurs, threatening to close down the hotel, Pansy helps solve the mystery. Based on the book series Pansy at The Palace by Cynthia Bardes and featuring 10 original songs, Poodleful is the delightful new musical for the entire family.
All Seats only !



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Thursday, September 10, 2015

Gary Arbuthnot Promo

Gary Arbuthnot comes to The Lyric Theatre ~ Saturday, November 7, 2015 www.lyrictheatre.com

World-class entertainer and pupil of James Galway, Gary Arbuthnot is a master of the flute. Ranging from classical, pop, and jazz styles, Arbuthnot has brought his unparalleled talents to audiences across the globe, from Belfast to Sao Paulo. For his performance at the Lyric Theatre this November, the award-winning musician will perform a range of standards, from classic movie hits to traditional Irish tunes.



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The Good, The Bad and The Tenor: Starring Michael Amante and Friends

Michael Amante and guests, Lorrianna Colozzo & Karin Leone ~ October 17th!


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Kathleen Madigan

Kathleen Madigan writes ideas for jokes on napkins she keeps in her purse.


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Wednesday, September 9, 2015

LIVE IN CENTRAL PARK [Revisited]: Simon & Garfunkel

Promo video for a new concert which will re-create the actual set-list from this historic concert in Central Park.


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Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Paul Tanner Promo

BUY TICKETS FOR LYRIC THEATRE PERFORMANCE - DEC. 15TH!

Singer impressionist Paul Tanner is a consummate entertainer who has amazed audiences from Las Vegas to Broadway and around the globe. His show is jam-packed with impressions and is one that delights audiences of all ages. From Neil Diamond to Tom Jones, Johnny Cash, Elvis, and beyond, Paul Tanner's show has made him one of today's most sought-after acts in the world of live entertainment.


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Tom Wopat & John Schneider: RETURN OF THE DUKES Christmas

Tom Wopat was the first host of “The Nashville Network,” Dick Clark’s 1996 country music performance show.



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Lee Greenwood




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Gary Arbuthnot

Gary Arbuthnot is a part of Live Music Now!, a group that brings classical music to audiences who cannot normally attend concerts, including prisons, hospitals, and hospices.



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Monday, September 7, 2015

7 BRIDGES: The Ultimate EAGLES Experience - Take It Easy

See 7 Bridges Live at The Lyric - December 7th, 2015!

Performed at the Hollywood Casino on May 29, 2011. Video by Kathy Dugan.

Gary Arbuthnot

at The Lyric Theatre Nov 7, 2015 7:00 pm

World-class entertainer and pupil of James Galway, Gary Arbuthnot is a master of the flute. Ranging from classical, pop, and jazz styles, Arbuthnot has brought his unparalleled talents to audiences across the globe, from Belfast to Sao Paulo. For his performance at the Lyric Theatre this November, the award-winning musician will perform a range of standards, from classic movie hits to traditional Irish tunes.

Born in Antrim, Northern Ireland, Gary Arbuthnot studied among the best, first at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he was awarded the Meaker Fellowship, and later at the prestigious McGill University in Montreal. By 1998, Arbuthnot had broken out on the classical music scene, earning prizes at the Markneukirchen and Carl Nielsen International Flute competitions. The talented young musician continued drawing attention, earning awards from the Hattori Foundation, the Claudio Abbado European Young Musicians Trust, and the BBC Radio Three Young Artists Forum. Arbuthnot has worked with numerous international symphonies, including the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic and the Opera de Lyon.

Most recently, Gary Arbuthnot has brought his talents to the high seas, performing on some of the top cruise lines in the world. His performance Stage and Screen features works from some of the most recognizable pop and classical composers, as well other surprising compositions. The Irish flautist’s high energy productions highlight his versatility, drawing inspiration from a wide variety of genres.



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Live in Central Park [REVISITED]: Simon and Garfunkel

The album recording of the concert peaked at #6 on the Billboard 200 album charts.



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Sunday, September 6, 2015

Live in Central Park [REVISITED]: Simon and Garfunkel

at The Lyric Theatre Dec 17, 2015 7:00 pm

Relive one of the largest and most memorable concerts in history this season at The Lyric Theatre with Live in Central Park (Revisited): Simon and Garfunkel. Vocalist Lee Lessack and singer-songwriter Johnny Rodgers bring the classic set list to life, revisiting the biggest hits of the greatest folk rock duo of all time. From “Sound of Silence” to “Mrs. Robinson,” Live in Central Park (Revisited): Simon and Garfunkel showcases two international vocal talents as they recreate the legendary, original 1981 reunion concert that brought Simon and Garfunkel back together again.

In September of 1981, after over ten years of separation, Simon and Garfunkel came together for an unforgettable reunion concert in Central Park. The concert was intended to raise funds for the restoration of the park, which had fallen into disrepair. Although the city had expected around 300,000 people to attend, the concert quickly surpassed all expectations, attracting over 500,000 people, setting the record as the 7th largest concert attendance in history. Part of a larger series that celebrates iconic concert series from New York City’s Central Park, Live in Central Park (Revisited): Simon and Garfunkel accurately and honestly recreates the original 21-song set list, even featuring two songs not included on the equally successful 1982 live album.

Live in Central Park (Revisited): Simon and Garfunkel features internationally renowned artists Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers. A native of Philadelphia and alum of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Lee Lessack is known for his distinct cabaret vocal style. The baritone has released five albums over his career, touring extensively in the United States and across Europe to sold-out audiences. His recording “In Good Company” earned a MAC and Bistro Award for Best Recording of the Year and his latest concert, an homage to the Great French Songbook called Chanteur, has received widespread critical acclaim. Lessack also tours with the successful vocal group 3 Men and a Baby…Grand! The versatile Johnny Rodgers is a singer-songwriter, pianist, Broadway star, and a celebrated recording artist. Noted by the New York Times’ Stephen Holden as having “elements of Billy Joel, Peter Allen, and Johnny Mercer,” Rodgers has performed in venues across the country from New York City’s hottest clubs to the stage at Lincoln Center. The vocalist has won multiple contests, including the Billboard and Great American Songbook contests, and won the ASCAP Foundation Award for Songwriting.

In Live in Central Park (Revisited): Simon and Garfunkel, Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers will cover some of the legendary folk rock duo’s greatest hits, including “The Boxer” and “Scarborough Fair.” The performance will also include Simon and Garfunkel covers performed in the original Central Park concert, such as the Everly Brother’s “Wake Up Little Susie.” Don’t miss the chance to revisit the magic of Simon and Garfunkel this season at The Lyric Theatre.


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Saturday, September 5, 2015

Tenor Michael Amante Performs Military Tribute at 2012 NELA Gala

Tenor Michael Amante performs a patriotic and moving tribute to the United States Armed Services as the grand finale of the SIF's 2012 National Education & Leadership Awards (NELA) Gala in Washington, D.C., on May 23.


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Jeff Norris at Comedy Night at AllSport

The Jew, The Old Jew, and The Guy from Jersey (An Evening of Clean Stand-Up Comedy)
Friday, November 13, 2015at 7pm

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Paul Tanner “12 Personalities and No Waiting”

at The Lyric Theatre Dec 15, 2015 7:00 pm

Considered the next “Man of Many Voices,” Paul Tanner has astonished audiences from Las Vegas to Broadway with his impeccable impressions of singers, celebrities, and comedians alike. From Mick Jagger to Barry Manilow, Paul Tanner excels at the art of impressions, making every performance a tour through the musical history books. His incredibly accurate impressions of all the biggest stars, from Louis Armstrong to Englebert Humperdink, will have you doing double-takes.

Paul Tanner first started doing impressions at the age of 7 and he never looked back. The world-class entertainer has brought his talents to audiences across America, wooing the ladies and charming the men wherever he goes. Often compared to the great impressionist Danny Gans, Tanner makes every show new and exciting, presenting an eclectic range of vocal impressions from every decade of American music. Paul Tanner loves getting the audience involved, encouraging his fans to sing along and become a part of the show. Featuring the voices of Elvis, Neil Diamond, and Julio Iglesias, Paul Tanner’s performance at the Lyric Theatre is a must-see for music lovers.


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7 Bridges – The Ultimate Eagles Experience

Bryan Graves, who performs as Randy Meisner and Timothy B. Schmit in 7 Bridges, plays the dobro and was an original member of the legendary country group Flatt and Scruggs.



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