Zeiterion Performing Arts Center 2015/16 Season

ZEITERION PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

2015//16 SEASON!

DOWNTOWN NEW BEDFORD

STORIES

UNTOLD

PHOTO: DREW PION

W E LCOM E to the Zeiterion Performing Arts Center’s 2015-2016 season.

The Z is a storied place. It has had many lives over the decades and has inspired countless tales to blossom.

Many of these stories are told on our stage through the world’s best performing artists. This season, we bring you tales told in many ways – from the nationally syndicated NPR story-telling hour, The Moth, to classic tales told through dance with The Moscow Festival Ballet’s “Cinderella” and Arlo Guthrie’s fantastically woven yarn that led to the classic song and album, “Alice’s Restaurant” – and more that you’ll discover as you read through this season’s brochure.

But much of what makes The Z a storied place comes from your experiences here, and we want to hear about them! Will you share your story? Stories like love blossoming on a first date, of experiences throughout The Z’s historic past, or of rediscovering ethnic heritage and pride at a Fado performance. This season we will collect and share your compelling moments that describe our human connection, traditions, tales of the past and hopes for the future.

And though there may be too many stories to be counted or measured, we are going to try. Join us this season and become part of the story.

Tell us your untold story. Email storiesuntold@zeiterion.org

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Membership makes a statement. It says that not only do you love coming to The Z, but that you are committed to preserving its place in our community. Here at The Z, we recognize that the show can’t go on without you. That’s why we put our members in the center of it all. You get exclusive access to the best seats, entrance into the Member Lounge, last minute members-only discounts, and so much more.

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS Friend $50 Contributor $100 Partner $250 Patron $500 Star $1,000 Angel $2,500 Producer $5,000

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DEC 12 A CHRISTMAS CAROL 33 DEC 17 A CHRISTMAS CELTIC SOJOURN 32 DEC 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE BASH 34 JAN 17 SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER 6 FEB 3 TROMBONE SHORTY 9 FEB 5 RAISIN’ CANE 29 FEB 7 MOBY DICK 46 FEB 9 THE MOTH MAINSTAGE 25 FEB 26 A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN 8 FEB 27 BODY TRAFFIC 27 MAR 4 CANADIAN BRASS 15 MAR 6 BOSTON GAY MEN’S CHORUS 18 MAR 9 OUT OF BOUNDS 30 MAR 10 BOHEMIAN QUARTET 43 MAR 18 A ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELTIC SOJOURN 14 MAR 20 THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES 28 APR 2 HAVANA NIGHTS - Z ANNUAL GALA 35 APR 5 ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN 12 APR 10 20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA 47 APR 16 DOO WOP 12 17 APR 17 PEKING ACROBATS 22 APR 28 KENNY BARRON 41 APR 29 WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE 44 APR 30 WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE 44 MAY 1 U.S. COAST GUARD BAND 16 MAY 5 PAUL RISHELL & ANNIE RAINES 43 MAY 6 MOSCOW FESTIVAL BALLET 26 MAY 7 CRISTINA BRANCO 20 MAY 19 THE GLASS CASTLE 31 MAY 20 JOY BEHAR 5 MAY 21 MARIACHI SOL DE MEXICO 23

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SATURDAY, 8PM

ALAN C UMMI N G

DECEMBER 5 $49 / $59 / $69 / $99* * A-Level tickets include a post-performance artist meet and greet with Mr. Cumming.

S I NGS SAP PY S ONGS Alan Cumming is a chameleon of stage and screen, slipping effortlessly into roles that range from emcee of the Tony Awards, to the wildly successful Broadway revival of Cabaret, to the straight-laced Eli Gold on The Good Wife. With his newest stage show, Cumming spans the world of pop and Broadway hit songs, infusing each with a new dramatic flair. Weaving each song together with personal anecdotes, this pop review becomes a synopsis of Alan’s wild ride through show business, his tumultuous personal life, and shows his audience exactly why he’s considered one of Hollywood’s most enigmatic performers.

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AN EVENING WITH

COLIN

QUINN SATURDAY, 8PM

OCTOBER 10 $29 / $39 / $45

“FAST, FURIOUS AND FUNNY! IN QUINN WE TRUST.” NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

Wise-cracking comedian Colin Quinn comes to New Bedford fresh from his critically acclaimed tour-de-force one-man Broadway show “New York Story” directed by Jerry Seinfeld, and on the heels of a co-starring role in the Amy Schumer film “Trainwreck.” A native of Brooklyn, he began his stand-up career in New York as a regular on the comedy club circuit. On television, his affable perspective and everyman appeal won him a devoted following through his shows - MTV’s “Remote Control,” Saturday Night Live’s “Weekend Update,” and cult talk show “Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn.” In addition to his television work, he’s appeared in many films, including “A Night at the Roxbury,” “Comedian,” and Adam Sandler’s “Grown Ups.” NY1 praised this articulate comic as “infused with plenty of witty insights…even wisdom,” while the New York Times declared Quinn has a “knack for reducing the world’s intractable macro problems to matters of micro-egoism and macho one-upmanship.”

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FRIDAY, 8PM

MAY 20

$29.50 / $39.50 / $49.50 / $69.50* * A-Level tickets include a post-performance artist meet and greet with Ms. Behar.

J OY B E HAR Taking the stage to deliver hilarious standup comedy with her biting sarcasm, unpredictable one-liners and forthright manner is the one and only Joy Behar. A leading lady on stage and screen, she won an Emmy Award for her role on The View, where she served as a host for 16 years. She also hosted two of her own TV shows, starred in her own HBO specials, made appearances on numerous comedies and wrote two New York Times best sellers. Fans rave, “We laughed so hard, we cried.

Joy Behar was funnier and edgier than I could have ever imagined. She was funny on The View, but she’s even funnier in person.” See her live, at The Z! member benefit: M M

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SUNDAY, 2PM

JANUARY 17 $39 / $45 / $55

“UNFORGETTABLE SONGS AND BIG CHOREOGRAPHIC SETPIECES!” DAILY TELEGRAPH

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The iconic story of Tony, the kid from Brooklyn who wants to dance his way to a better life, is back! Fueled by vintage Bee Gees’ hits, this mega-musical takes to the stage with breathtaking and dazzling choreography and the songs from the chart topping soundtrack including, “Stayin’ Alive,” “How Deep is Your Love,” “More Than a Woman” and “You Should Be Dancing.” Catch the fever all over again!

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NATIONAL TOUR

FRIDAY, 8PM

NOVEMBER 27 $47 / $55 / $59 / $65

Relive one of the biggest pop culture events of the 1980’s when Flashdance the Musical comes to The Z. With electrifying dance at its core, revisit the inspiring story of Alex Owens, a Pittsburgh steel mill welder by day, bar dancer by night. Alex dreams of becoming a professional performer but when a romance with her steel mill boss threatens to complicate her ambitions, Alex learns the meaning of love and its power to fuel the pursuit of her dream. Featuring a score that includes the biggest hit songs from the movie, including the Academy Award-winning title song “Flashdance - What a Feeling,” “Maniac,” “Gloria,” “Manhunt” and “I Love Rock & Roll,” this screen-to-stage adaptation captures the sassy, sexy fun of the iconic film!!

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NATIONAL TOUR

FRIDAY, 8PM

FEBRUARY 26

STARRING

MARY BRIDGET DAVIES

$47 / $57 / $67

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A Night with Janis Joplin is a musical journey celebrating Janis and her biggest musical influences - trailblazers like Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Odetta, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith, who inspired one of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s greatest legends.

Like a comet that burns far too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. The unmistakable voice filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. Featuring Joplin’s favorites, including “Summertime,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Cry Baby,” and “Me and Bobby McGee,” – this show is a must-see!

“MARY BRIDGET DAVIES GIVES AN ECSTATIC STAR TURN. SHE LOOKS LIKE JOPLIN, SINGS LIKE JOPLIN, AND HOWLS LIKE JOPLIN IN A SHOW AND A ROLE-OF-A-LIFETIME THAT SHE OWNS. IT’S NOT ONLY AN AMAZING PERFORMANCE; IT’S A GENEROUS ONE.” VARIETY 8

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TROMBONE S HORTY

WEDNESDAY, 8PM

FEBRUARY 3 $35 / $40 / $45

& ORLEAN S AVEN UE

New Orleans native Troy ‘Trombone Shorty’ Andrews is a rare artist who gets respect from jazz legends, rock stars and audiences alike. His band, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, plays such an unprecedented mix of rock, funk, jazz, hip-hop and soul that he had to create a new word to describe his signature sound: Supafunkrock! Equally adept on trombone and trumpet, Andrews plays a variety of other instruments and applies the same skill sets and fierce discipline to his soulful vocals. Surrounding Andrews is his band, Orleans Avenue - Mike Ballard on bass, Pete Murano on guitar, Joey Peebles on drums, BK Jackson on tenor sax and Dan Oestreicher on baritone sax - virtuosos every one!

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OPENING NIGHT!

FRIDAY, 8PM

SEPTEMBER 25

J OA N A R M AT RAD I N G

$35 / $45 / $55

WO R L D TO U R

WI T H S P EC I A L GUES T: M ELI SSA F ER R I C K

The Zeiterion welcomes celebrated award-winning U.K. singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading! This globe-circling tour marks her first as a solo performer, as well as her last trip through the touring circuit. “I will never retire, but this will be the last major tour that I will undertake.These will be lively interactive concerts, because I will be asking the audience to put their questions to me on the night.” This careerspanning review promises a fantastic mix of magical old favorites including “Love and Affection,” “Willow,” “Drop The Pilot” and “Me, Myself I,” as well as an in-depth look at what inspires Joan as a writer and performer.

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Arlo Guthrie recorded “Alice’s Restaurant” in 1965, recounting the fateful Thanksgiving day when he got arrested for littering. The song has become a Thanksgiving tradition played annually on public radio stations across the country, $35 / $45 / $55 but Arlo dropped it from his tour set lists in 1975. He made a vow to play it only on special, 10-year anniversary events. “I didn’t actually think I would live long enough to have to do the 50th anniversary tour.” Arlo Guthrie is alive and well, and together with an ensemble of world class musicians including Terry Hall (drums), Bobby Sweet (guitar, vocals), Darren Todd (guitar), and his son, Abe Guthrie (keyboards), he’ll perform career spanning work in this multi-media concert and, of course the full-length “Alice’s Restaurant”!

FRIDAY, 8PM

NOVEMBER 13

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TUESDAY, 8PM

APRIL 5

$29.50 / $35.50 / $42.50

It’s a spectacular night of the Queen experience-the sound and the look, combined with the showmanship, pomp, style and incredible musicianship that is the hallmark of Queen. If you have seen it you know you’ll be back; if you haven’t, don’t miss it – this show will rock you…guaranteed!

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TUESDAY, 8PM

OCTOBER 13 $49 / $55 / $65 / $85 $175 VIP TOUR PACKAGE

PETER FRAMPTON

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Peter Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock and roll history. This performance marks Peter’s second appearance at The Z, as well as the very first time he will play an all-acoustic set. Accompanied by his friend and long-time collaborator Gordon Kennedy, and his son Julian Frampton, Peter delves into his lengthy catalog of hits to create an all-together unique experience for classic rock fans. Considering Peter’s album, Frampton Comes Alive, is still one of the top-grossing live albums in history, it goes without saying that this is a monumental opportunity to see a rock legend at his very best.

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FRIDAY, 8PM

MARCH 18 $25 / $32 / $38 / $45

For the past ten years, St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Sojourn concerts have introduced the roots and branches of Irish music to audiences eager to celebrate the holiday in true Irish style. Local, regional, and national broadcasts of O’Donovan’s radio program, “A Celtic Sojourn” over the past 28 years have proven extraordinarily popular. This concert follows the format established for the “Christmas Celtic Sojourn” series of concerts. This year’s St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Sojourn with Brian O’Donovan will feature traditional instrumentalists, dancers, singers and more than a few surprises.

Irish or not, the infectious sounds and colorful history of Ireland quicken the heart and imagination of all audience members. The Celtic Sojourn reaffirms that old adage… everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! More information at wgbh.org/celtic 14 GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE SAVE UP TO 20%!

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Renowned for their genre-bending versatility and joyous performances, Canadian Brass is almost single-handedly responsible for elevating the art of the brass quintet. The game-changing ensemble has performed in most of the world’s major concert halls, sold two million $29 / $35 / $40 albums worldwide, and contributed nearly 600 new works and arrangements. Beyond their unparalleled musicality, each player possesses the ensemble’s hallmark creativity, good humor, and love of performing.

The group is continually innovating to expand the brass repertoire, satisfy and challenge a loyal fan base, and use new media to connect to audiences worldwide.

FRIDAY, 8PM

MARCH 4

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UNITED

STAT ES COAST

GUARD BAND

SUNDAY, 2PM

MAY 1 FREE!

MAXIMUM 2 SEATS PER ORDER

The Z is honored to present The United States Coast Guard Band, the premier band representing the U.S.C.G and the Department of Homeland Security. The 55-member ensemble tours both the U.S. and internationally to promote public goodwill towards the U.S.C.G. and the country they serve. Based at the Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut, the band frequently appears in Washington, DC, and has performed at Inaugural celebrations for every President since Herbert Hoover. Pride, patriotism and musicianship at its finest!

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The latest offering from Todd Baptista’s Doo Wop series brings together two of the most prolific acts of the early ‘60s for a one-night-only performance. Featuring Jay Siegel and the Tokens (“The Lion Sleeps Tonight”) and the Chiffons (“One Fine $45 / $49 / $55 Day,”“He’s So Fine”) with original lead singer, Judy Craig Mann.

Also making a triumphant return after his stellar debut in Doo Wop 11, is 21-year-old Kid Kyle. Special guest star Bobby Hendricks will be performing some of the hits made famous during his time with The Drifters (“Drip Drop”) as well as solo hits (“Itchy Twitchy Feeling.”)

SATURDAY, 7:30PM

APRIL 16

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BOSTON GAY MEN’S CHORUS

SUNDAY, 3PM

MARCH 6 $15 / $25 / $35

A portion of each ticket will be donated to “A Perfect Place” the New Bedford Alliance of Gay and Lesbian Youth.

PRESENTED BY THE GRACE EPISCOPAL CHURCH AND THE Z

The Boston Gay Men’s Chorus is one of New England’s largest and most successful community-based choruses. Founded in 1982, the 175-voice ensemble is celebrated for its outstanding musicianship, creative programming, and groundbreaking community outreach. The BGMC sings a wide spectrum of classical and popular music and creates social change by providing a positive, affirming image of the gay and lesbian community. Their overall mission is to create musical experiences that inspire change, build community and celebrate the differences within the communities they visit. We are thrilled to welcome them to The Z for their New Bedford debut!

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SATURDAY, 8PM

NOVEMBER 7 $37.50 / $47.50 / $57.50

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Do you want to be a contestant?

Registration begins at the venue three hours prior to show time.

Ticketed and non-ticketed guests are allowed to register for a chance to be selected as a contestant.

Visit www.zeiterion.org or call 508-994-2900 for more info.

The Price Is Right Live™ is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals the chance to “Come on Down” to win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations, and possibly a new car! Play classic games from television’s longest running and most popular game show including Cliffhangers™, spin The Big Wheel™, and even the fabulous Showcase! Playing to enthusiastic audiences for nearly a decade, The Price Is Right Live™ has given away more than 10 million dollars in cash and prizes! If you enjoy the rush of emotions experienced while watching the show on television, just imagine the possibilities of watching it live.

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SATURDAY, 8PM

MAY 7

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$35 / $42 / $49

This season, we are very pleased to present Portugal’s Cristina Branco, one of the leading new voices in fado, the Portuguese songs of love and yearning made famous by the late Amalia Rodrigues. Acclaimed for her hauntingly beautiful voice and striking presence, she has captivated audiences and critics alike throughout Europe and the US. The New Yorker calls her performance, “…passionate…deeply moving…A concert that’s good for the soul.”

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Viva Portugal!

CRISTINA BRANCO PRE-SHOW PARTY New Bedford and The Southcoast are rich in Portuguese culture! Come experience the sight, sounds and flavors of Portugal when The Zeiterion transforms the street in front of the theater to a mini-festa! Delight in the sumptuous food, delicious drink and enchanting folkloric dances before the main stage performance of Portugal’s rising Fado star, Christina Branco.

6:30PM

Hosted by Horacio’s Sheet Metal and our partners, the Portuguese Consulate in New Bedford, the Prince Henry Society and the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament.

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L E S P EC TAC L E WITH ANNE CARRERE

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Café Society: PIAF POST-PARTY!

SUNDAY, 2PM

OCTOBER 25

C’est manifique! Following the show, stay on the left bank a while longer at the Piaf Patisserie. We invite you to linger in the Francophile glow and indulge in the café-life with hot, delicious coffee, sparkling Westport River’s champagne and a wide selection of French pastries

by Le Desserterie. Je ne regrette rien!

$39 / $44 / $49

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Edith Piaf has been written into history as France’s ultimate diva, and one of the most iconic voices of a generation. This stunning review takes audiences on a journey through the streets of Montmatre, retelling the life and times of “The Little Sparrow” through a presentation of song and multimedia images. Anne Carrere embodies the legendary Piaf, revitalizing her music and sharing her incredible story with a new generation of fans. Pay tribute to the voice of an era, and share in a night of beautiful music and stunning performances with this all-encompassing theatrical experience!

We know you’ll thank us for it later.

Linked with this performance is The Z’s pre-performance book club discussion of No Regrets: The Life of Edith Piaf by Carolyn Burke 12:30PM | FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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SUNDAY, 7PM

APRIL 17 $27.50 / $32.50 / $37.50

For the last 30 years, The Peking Acrobats have redefined their audience’s perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. They defy gravity with amazing displays of contortion and control. Accompanied by live musicians, traditional Chinese instruments incorporate with high-tech special effects and awe-inspiring feats to recreate the magic of a Chinese Carnival! If it’s humanly possible – and even if it’s not! – The Peking Acrobats do it with spectacular flair.

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SATURDAY, 8PM

MAY 21

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$25 / $32 / $39 / $45

Mariachi SOL DE

MEXICO

Fifth-generation mariachi master José Hernández ignites The Z stage with his dazzling, Grammy-nominated, 13-member folk ensemble Mariachi Sol de México ®.

With brass fanfare, nimble strings, and powerful vocals, these cultural ambassadors preserve traditional Mexican tunes while peppering performances with novel renditions of pop, classical, and swing numbers.

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Certified Public Accountants & Advisors

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What happens when you explore beyond what is commonly thought possible? Do you dare to push beyond what’s been done before, to break out of your comfort zone, and challenge your beliefs?

Come experience the phenomenon of TED TALKS $22.50 EARLY BIRD / $37.50 right here in New Bedford! The Z and TEDx New GENERAL ADMISSION Bedford come together to transform the theater into a day-long happening filled with inspiring speakers, TED TALK videos, and places to discuss ideas with fellow Tedx goers - like the onsite Community Conversation Café, complete with local restaurant and food truck dining options. TEDx New Bedford:uNBound will showcase featured speakers who will introduce us to a world where ideas are put into action to radically transform companies, communities, people, and the way we live. You’re invited to connect with your community, gather inspiration, and cultivate new ideas through TED Talks video, live speakers and discussions. Come to all or any portion of the event.

FRIDAY, 1-8PM

NOVEMBER 6

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M A I N S TAG E The Moth is a nationally acclaimed organization dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling. The Moth has presented thousands of stories, told live and without notes, to standing-room-only crowds worldwide. Each Moth $29 / $35 / $45 Mainstage features simple, old-fashioned storytelling, by five wildly divergent raconteurs who develop and shape their stories with The Moth’s directors. The Moth Mainstage comes to New Bedford and The Z for the first time with a line-up of writers, performers, and other unique national and local storytellers. You never know how the stories might unfold. Some are dramatic, funny, or suspenseful – and perhaps all these things and more.

TUESDAY, 7:30PM

FEBRUARY 9

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FRIDAY, 8PM

MAY 6

$27 / $32 / $39 / $47

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In the great tradition of grand ballet, the incomparable Moscow Festival Ballet brings Cinderella, one of the most beautiful masterpieces of dance to The Z stage. The grand company of dancers, brilliant choreography, magnificent score, and resplendent costumes bring to life this timeless rags to riches fairy tale.

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“IT’S NOT EVERY DAY THAT, EVEN BEFORE A DANCE COMPANY FINISHES THE FIRST PIECE, I THINK: AND NOW I HAVE A NEW COMPANY TO LOVE.” THE HERALD SUN

SATURDAY, 8PM

FEBRUARY 27 $27 / $35 / $42 / $47

Praised for its “confident, hard-hitting” (LA Weekly) execution in a wide range of styles, BODYTRAFFIC was named one of Dance Magazine’s 25 to Watch in 2013.

Founded in 2007, the company has surged to the forefront of the concert dance world, commissioning new works from world-class contemporary choreographers, including Richard Siegal, Barak Marshall and the prolific Kyle Abraham. member benefits: M M

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SHERLOCK HOLMES

The legendary sleuth, Sherlock Holmes, takes the stage in this witty, fast paced production by the acclaimed Aquila Theatre. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s vivid characters jump from the page weaving a tale of suspense and intrigue. One hundred and twenty five years after his debut, Sherlock Holmes remains the definitive and most famous detective in world literature. The Aquila Theatre brings its energetic physical style to this new adaptation, turning The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes into a thrilling and memorable ride for any theatre-lover.

SUNDAY, 7PM

MARCH 20 $27 / $32 / $37

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In the spirit of Sherlock Holmes, jo for a pre-show sleuthing adventure.

Proceeds benefit the Friends of New Bedford Free Public Library. Watch our website for details.

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FRIDAY, 8PM

FEBRUARY 5 $27 / $32 / $39 / $45

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A HARLEM RENAISSANCE ODYSSEY

STARRING JASMINE GUY

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Join us as The Z continues our exploration of the Harlem Renaissance with our partner the New Bedford Historical Society, a local organization whose work celebrates the legacy of African Americans, Cape Verdeans and other people of color in the region.

Activities TBD, please visit our website for schedule and details.

Starring the award-winning actress, singer, and dancer Jasmine Guy, and the acclaimed Avery Sharpe Jazz Trio, Raisin’ Cane celebrates and honors the legendary voices of the Harlem Renaissance through text, song, music, movement, and imagery. The words and thoughts of Langston Hughes, Countee Cullen, Zora Neale Hurston, W.E.B. Du Bois and many others, became the voice of a new generation of African-Americans looking forward but still struggling with the past and present.

These thoughts, songs, and images are woven into a panoramic experience that spans this extraordinary outpouring of artistic endeavor that encapsulated the essence of 1920’s Harlem. Raisin’ Cane is a window to this critical point in American history, and its lasting impact on modern hearts and minds.

Linked with this performance is The Z’s pre-performance book club discussion of Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison 6PM | FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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WEDNESDAY, 7PM

MARCH 9

$5 GENERAL ADMISSION

OUT OF BOUNDS

What happens when you can’t protect your own child from the cruelty of her friends? Allison is a single mother who spends a whole school year trying to fight her daughter’s bullies while being haunted by memories of her own experiences growing up. Humorous, thoughtful and honest, Out of Bounds weaves together video, comic books and interviews to tell the stories of kids stuck on the outside and the adults who feel powerless to help them. This production is the parent’s version of the program shown earlier in the day to students throughout the region as part of The Z’s Schooltime Series and is intended to be a shared experience for families with children from ages 12 and up.

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THE AMERICAN PLACE THEATRE’S LITERATURE TO LIFE ® STAGE PRESENTATION OF

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The Glass Castle is a unique memoir of survival and resiliency told through the eyes of a young girl. In this intimate solo-performance we follow the saga of the restless Walls family, led by a crusty eccentric and his $25 GENERAL ADMISSION volatile artist wife. The author, Jeanette Walls and her The Z OnStage – Stage Seating siblings are often left to fend for themselves as the family’s precarious lifestyle necessitates frequently doing ‘the skedaddle’. Meanwhile, they cherish the vision of a fabulous home, the Glass Castle, as imagined by Dad. Surrounded by a pre and post-show discussion.

Audiences will explore themes including love, family and courage.

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

MAY 19

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THURSDAY, 7:30PM

DECEMBER 17 $25 / $35 / $48 / $55

Now in its second decade of concerts around New England, A Christmas Celtic Sojourn is again returning to New Bedford. Brian O’Donovan’s A Celtic Sojourn has thrilled radio audiences for twenty-eight years. The Christmas-time live version of the show has drawn on Celtic, Pagan, and Christian traditions to celebrate the music of this season.

First launched in 2003, A Christmas Celtic Sojourn reflects the compelling and diverse offerings of the weekly national radio program. With legends of music, song, and dance from the Celtic world and beyond poised to take the stage together, this year’s show promises to be one of the most dynamic! More information at wgbh.org/celtic 32 BECOME A MEMBER AND GET YOUR SEATS FIRST!

2 SHOWS! SATURDAY, 2PM & 7PM

DECEMBER 12 $17 / $27 / $37

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The beloved story of Ebenezer Scrooge is brought to life in stunning detail by the Nebraska Theatre Caravan. As the tradition grows with each year, The Z’s audience continues to celebrate this heart-warming and joyful production. Join our ever-growing Zeiterion family for a matinee or evening performance and experience the joy of the season!

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The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center and The New Bedford Whaling Museum present

NEW YEARS EVE

BASH 2015 7-10PM

Make Believe

MIDNIGHT THURSDAY, 7-10PM

DECEMBER 31

AT THE

$50 ADULT / $15 CHILD

The Whaling Museum and The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center invite revelers of all ages to end the year with a bang! Guests bid goodbye to 2015 with an exciting evening of live music in the Jacob’s Gallery and the Lagoda Room. Enjoy delicious food, dancing, roaming performers, children’s entertainment, mask-making and the absolute best view of New Bedford’s spectacular fireworks! Cash bar, abundant hors d’oeuvres, complimentary champagne toast and masks for all guests!

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Zeiterion Annual Spring Gala!

APRIL 2 SATURDAY

HAVANA N I G HTS

The Z is proud to announce our 2nd Annual Spring Fundraiser. Travel with us to another time and another place as The Z stage transforms into a Cuban Cabaret reminiscent of the 1950s. Enjoy a latin-inspired meal, sip mojitos, and dance to the Cuban sounds of Grupo Sazon. You won’t want to miss it.

Corporate Sponsorships available. Watch for more information on ticket sales.

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New!

Creative Classroom

INTRODUCING

The Z’s

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he Zeiterion’s Creative Classroom offers a variety of classes in the arts for learners of all ages and abilities! Come explore your interest in the arts in a safe and inviting environment. Classes typically run 6 to 8 weeks and take place in the Penler space, adjacent to the theatre (unless otherwise noted).

A full list of classes and online registration are available at www.zeiterion.org.

KNOW A TEEN INTERESTED IN THE ARTS? The Z’s Teen Ambassador Program offers local teens with an interest in the arts an opportunity to participate in master classes and workshops, attend world-class performances by an array of artists, author original reviews, gain exposure to behind-the scenes operations at a nonprofit arts organization and collaborate with peers also interested in the arts, for FREE. For more information and to download an application, please visit www.zeiterion.org.

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Connecting for Change (CFC), a Bioneers Resilient Communities Network Event, is the largest annual sustainability and social justice conference on the East Coast. The event brings together diverse communities and inspires them to take action on local and global levels to make the world a better place. Speaking to innovation $25 / $60 / $100 and enduring change through community resourcing, we act as a bridge to get the conversations started. Over two days, leading speakers and workshop presenters reach across sectors demonstrating that all topics – from health and healing, food and farming, to race and environmental justice – are interconnected.

What does it take to sustain our community, our environment, and ourselves? Join the 2,500+ individuals at CFC who are discussing root-cause solutions for these issues and more! Group discounts available! For a complete list of speakers and our 40+ workshops, FRIDAY, 8:30AM-6PM SATURDAY, 8:30AM-6PM

OCTOBER 23-24

plus information on how to purchase tickets, visit connectingforchange.org.

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ZEITERION PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

SUMMER 2016

NEW BEDFORD F E S T I VA L T H E AT R E

(IN NEGOTIATION)

NOVEMBER 7

MAY 2016 SouthCoast Children’s Theatre invites children in grades 1-8 to participate in all aspects of a theatre production.

Registration is now open for our acting workshops held on Saturdays in the fall. Presenting Harvey November 2015. Auditions for Annie will be held in January 2016. southcoastchildrenstheatre.com

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Proud Home to These Stellar Performing Arts Organizations

FAMILY HOLIDAY POPS

POULENC, RAVEL & TCHAIKOVSKY

SATURDAY, 3:30 & 7PM

SATURDAY, 7:30PM

DECEMBER 19

SATURDAY, 7:30PM

BRITTEN, SCHUMANN & MUSSORGSKY

BERNSTEIN & BEETHOVEN

MENDELSSOHN’S ELIJAH SUNDAY, 3PM

SATURDAY, 7:30PM

BERLIOZ, SIBELIUS ˇ & DVORÁK

SEPTEMBER 19

OCTOBER 18

NOVEMBER 21

SATURDAY, 7:30PM

MAY 14

FEBRUARY 20

Discounted season tickets for 3 or more concerts available now!

Avoid box office fees and get the best seats.

PAULUS, RACHMANINOFF & BEETHOVEN SATURDAY, 7:30PM

APRIL 9

N E W B ED F O R D S YM PH O N Y ORCHESTRA

For season tickets call 508-999-6276. For individual concert tickets starting at $25 call 508-994-2900.

Visit www.nbsymphony.org for complete concert details.

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Live!

We welcome you to step through our red stage door on Spring Street to find The Z stage transformed into an intimate concert club.

A full bar is available. GENERAL ADMISSION

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

SEPTEMBER 24

OCTOBER 15

ERIN RUBICO & MATT BAN

REBECCA CORREIA

Erin and Matt are thrilled to be back home at The Z after a sold out performance in last year’s Stage Door Series. This superbly talented husband and wife duo along with live piano accompaniment will move you, thrill you and have you laughing out loud at their clever and humorous interpretations of cabaret, musical theatre and popular classic songs.

A dynamic performer who accompanies herself on guitar, piano and mandolin, returns to Stage Door with new songs and old favorites. Fresh off a recent CD release, Each & Every Detail and an exciting songwriting collaboration with Grammy award winning artist Keb ‘Mo, Rebecca’s star continues to shine. This will be her last New England performance before heading to Nashville for the winter!

TICKETS: $20

TICKETS: $20

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Live!

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

APRIL 28 CO-PRESENTED WITH

KENNY BARRON, SOLO PIANO Whether he is playing solo, trio or quintet, Kenny Barron is recognized the world over as a master of performance and composition. Honored

by The National Endowment for the Arts and one of the undisputed masters of the jazz piano, Kenny Barron has an unmatched ability to mesmerize audiences with his elegant playing, sensitive melodies and infectious rhythms. The Los Angeles Times named him “one of the top jazz pianists in the world” and Jazz Weekly calls him “The most lyrical piano player of our time.”

Don’t miss this very special engagement with one of the most important and influential mainstream jazz pianists since the bebop era.

TICKETS: $39 GENERAL ADMISSION

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Live!

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

KAT EDMONSON A stunningly sweet singer with a uniquely expressive voice, Kat Edmonson’s music has a timeless sound.

In a few short years, she has gone from small rooms in her native Texas to concert halls and festivals around the world, playing dates with the likes of Gary Clark Jr., Lyle Lovett and Chris Isaak. Touring in support of her latest Sony CD release, The Big Picture, Edmonson draws from a wellspring of ‘50s and ‘60s pop, ‘70s AM radio, present-day poprock and classic film and is best described as smart, sophisticated and fun, simultaneously classic and modern.

TICKETS: $28 GENERAL ADMISSION

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NOVEMBER 12

Live!

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

THURSDAY, 7:30PM

DECEMBER 10

MARCH 10

MAY 5

TANIA DASILVA

BOHEMIAN QUARTET

Fado is a feeling, a sentiment, more than a set of notes. Embracing both traditional and contemporary styles of Portuguese Fado, fadista Tania Dasilva will take The Z stage for the first time this season, accompanied by guitarristas António Lima, Abel Lima and Pedro Pimentel. Tania’s performances in the USA, Portugal, and most recently at the International Portuguese Music Awards, capture the beauty of traditional Fado, influenced by well-known fadistas Amália Rodrigues and Maria de Nazaré.

A performance by the Bohemian Quartet is a door to another culture; their fast tempos, virtuosic playing, and the echoing of spry strings crying and dancing ensures a riveting experience. The group, Stan Renard on violin, Dave Zinno on upright bass, Christine Harrington on cello, and Nancy Richardson on viola, preserves the traditional playing of classic gypsy music.

Together they’ve made a commitment to the genre, and aspire to perform it with both reverence and adventure.

PAUL RISHELL & ANNIE RAINES WITH MOJO RODEO

TICKETS: $20

TICKETS: $20

Guitarist Paul Rishell and harmonica player Annie Raines are among the most earnest and entertaining blues artists active today. You’re in for a treat as Paul, Annie and their band Mojo Rodeo perform acoustic gems and slow burning rockers in a wide range of blues styles, from the syncopated acoustic guitar wizardry of Blind Lemon Jefferson to Chicagoan “Little” Walter’s swinging amplified harmonica. “W.C. Handy Award-winners Rishell & Raines are rousing interpreters of country blues, the original acoustic style that gave birth to electric blues, R&B, and rock.

While their guitar, harmonica, and vocals are roiling, muscular, and masterful, their shows are down home-friendly and fun-loving.” – Scott Alarik, BOSTON GLOBE TICKETS: $20

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WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE 3 SHOWS! FRIDAY, 7PM

APRIL 29 SATURDAY, 11AM & 2PM

APRIL 30

$22 GENERAL ADMISSION The Z Off-Site at The NB YMCA Limited Seating

Sail along with Max to the land of the Wild Things!

This internationally-acclaimed production from Vancouver’s Presentation House Theatre is an intimate “guided play” experience. Adapted from the beloved classic by Maurice Sendek, the audience is fully engaged in creating the landscapes of Max’s adventures – from the rolling ocean to the mysterious forest. The audience then becomes Wild Things, is given masks, and is set free to create their own “wild rumpus”! Experience the joy of creativity and imagination with your favorite little Wild Things with this special interactive performance.

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GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY

BROADWAY’S VITAL THEATRE COMPANY

SATURDAY, 3PM

NOVEMBER 28 $15 / $18 / $22 / $25

Fancy Nancy makes her grand return to The Z with her unique brand of holiday cheer! What could be fancier than Christmas? Presents with elegant wrapping paper, festive decorations, Christmas cookies with sprinkles - and who could forget the tree?

Based on the best-selling children’s book, this delightful family-friendly musical by Broadway’s Vital Theatre Company is filled with catchy, charming songs that tell a heartwarming story of kindness, generosity, and family traditions. member benefits: M M

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SUNDAY, 2PM

FEBRUARY 7 $10 / $13

Set sail for a whale of a tale with young sailor Ishmael, first mate Starbuck and Captain Ahab as they voyage across the seven seas in search of the legendary white whale, Moby Dick! In this stunning adaptation, Herman Melville’s classic tale is reimagined by three actors, using their bodies, props, and a variety of musical instruments to create the sounds and sensations of life aboard the Pequod. Watch as a double bass and cello personify everything from the creaking of the oars to the moaning of the hull, to the elusive whale himself. Brimming over with music, wit and imagination, Theatre Triebwerk’s adaptation of this beloved classic has been hailed by the New York Times as ‘a luminous and engrossing’ theatrical event.

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20,000 20,000 LEAGUES LEAGUES UNDER U N D E R THE SEA T H E S EA

SUNDAY, 2PM

APRIL 10 $10 / $13

The classic science-fiction novel by Jules Vern is brought to life in this colorful, multi-media musical presentation. Follow Captain Nemo, Professor Elaine Aronnax, and harpooner Ned Lands as they explore the undersea world as described with fascinating accuracy and detail in Verne’s 19th century novel. This lively stage adaptation encourages the audience’s imagination, encompassing actors in a lavish background of stunning oceanography, allowing for an authentic glimpse through the Nautilus’ porthole into an ethereal underwater world as the drama between the crew members unfolds within the ship’s hold.

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HALLOWEEN

MOVIE

SPOOKATHON

SATURDAY, 11AM

OCTOBER 31 $10

Remember a time when you could pay one price and watch movies all day? Well, The Z offers you a triple-feature Halloween Movie Spookathon featuring the frightfully fun classics of Hocus Pocus, Goonies and GhostBusters! Load up on popcorn and settle in for a day of good ol’ movie fun!

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Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! The popular classic The Wizard of Oz drops into The Z on the big screen in a special sing-along edition. Sing to iconic songs like “Somewhere Over The Rainbow” as Dorothy is whisked off to the land of Oz in a tornado. Dorothy encounters a group $13.50 of unlikely friends and iconic in Oz, and she’ll need plenty of brains, heart and courage to make it back home. Come dressed as your favorite character for an audience-participation costume parade.

SUNDAY, 2PM

NOVEMBER 15

member benefits: M M

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SILENT MOVIE!

SATURDAY, 6:30PM

OCTOBER 31 $7.50 GENERAL ADMISSION

Nosferatu, the first-ever vampire movie, with its hideouslooking Count and ample creepiness, delivers the kind of spine-chilling moment that Halloween fans love. Watch it on the big screen at The Z, if you dare, while organist Bernie Anderson and The Z’s Mighty Wurlitzer Organ provide the seat-shaking soundtrack to this wildly scary 1923 silent movie.

GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY The Eastern Massachusetts Chapter of The American Theatre Organ Society

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LIVE CAST!

Let’s do the Time Warp again! Celebrate Transylvania-style as The Z brings back cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, with The RKO Army providing the live shadowcast.

Starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick and $15 GENERAL ADMISSION Richard O’Brian, this movie owns an absolutely unique place in film history. If you’re a Rocky Horror fan, you know R-RATED what to do! If you’re new to Rocky, you’re in for a sensation as audience participation is a must. This is an R-rated performance, so leave all trick-or-treaters under 18 at home!

SATURDAY, 9:30PM

OCTOBER 31

member benefits: M M

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WE ARE THE ZEITERION PERFORMING ARTS CENTER.

The Importance of

The Z connects our community with the performing arts and is a cultural destination for the entire Southcoast.

It’s a gathering place that connects generations, unites diverse groups and opens a world of possibilities for our children.

Experiencing a performance at The Z is made even more magical because of the beauty and history of the theater including the art deco golden muses, painted friezes and crystal chandelier.

A Cultural DESTINATION The Z presents a stunning array of 120 world-class performances a year, infusing energy and life into our community while making it a vibrant place to live and visit.

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The Z’s educational programs engage and excite almost 30,000 local students and teachers each year with over 24 performances, literacy programs, inschool residencies and artist workshops that enhance and strengthen students’ knowledge, curiosity and learning skills.

Engaging COMMUNITY The Z collaborates with 45 community partners on projects that build bridges to understanding and bring the community together. Through our free programs, The Z offers 10,000 free tickets to low-income children and families, presents dynamic artist residencies, community dialogues and book club discussions. The Z also provides a well-equipped and managed home for the arts, providing a performance venue for NB Symphony Orchestra, NB Festival Theatre, NB Folk Festival, NB Ballet, Connecting for Change and over 25 other community organizations.

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Visit zeiterion.org for more information.

2015-2016 PERFORMANCES GOODNIGHT MOON AND THE RUNAWAY BUNNY OCTOBER 19 10AM for PreK-2nd

THROUGH THE EYES OF A FRIEND: THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK OCTOBER 21 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades 5th-10th

WALK ON: THE STORY OF ROSA PARKS FEBRUARY 24 10AM for Grades 3rd & Up

HEAR MY VOICE MARCH 2 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades 4th & Up

OUT OF BOUNDS

THE GLASS CASTLE

MARCH 9 10AM for Grades 5th-9th

MAY 18 9:30AM for Grades 7th & Up MAY 19 9:30AM for Grades 7th & Up

TOYING WITH SCIENCE

JUNIE B.’S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL

NOVEMBER 17 10AM for Grades 2nd-6th

MAY 19 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades K-5

A CHRISTMAS CAROL NOVEMBER 24 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades 1st-7th

THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE DECEMBER 9 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades 1st-7th

RAISIN’ CANE FEBRUARY 5 10AM for Grades 6th & Up

MOBY DICK FEBRUARY 8 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades 4th & Up

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JUNE 1 APRIL 6 10AM & 12:30PM 9:30AM for Grades 6th & Up for Grades K-5

20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA APRIL 11 10AM & 12:30PM for Grades K-5

WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE APRIL 29 10AM & 12:30PM for PreK-3rd

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FOUNDATION AND PUBLIC SUPPORT:

THANK YOU for making the performing arts possible for the SouthCoast community

City of New Bedford

Alvord Family Foundation Bristol County Savings Bank Charitable Foundation CNA Foundation Community Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts Acushnet Foundation Dominion Foundation Matching Gift Program Enable Hope Foundation Gidwitz Family Foundation Grimshaw-Gudewicz Charitable Foundation Island Foundation Jim and Bess Hughes Fund Judith L. And Robert L. Sterns Fund Kathleen And William Truscott Charitable Makepeace Family Foundation Mass Cultural Council Mass Office of Travel & Tourism National Endowment for the Arts New Bedford Day Nursery New England Endowment for the Arts Rhode Island Foundation The Nelson Mead Fund The Norweb Foundation The Sea Breeze Foundation The Upstream Foundation SPECIAL THANKS TO: Senator Mark Montigny, Representative Antonio Cabral, Mayor Jon Mitchell, New Bedford City Council, New Bedford Office of Tourism, our Board of Trustees, our volunteer corps and all our wonderful donors and members

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MUSICALS! FLASHDANCE NOVEMBER 27

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER JANUARY 17

A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN FEBRUARY 26

THEATRE! RAISIN’ CANE FEBRUARY 5

THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES MARCH 20

THE GLASS CASTLE MAY 19

DANCE! BODY TRAFFIC FEBRUARY 27

MOSCOW FESTIVAL BALLET – CINDERELLA MAY 6

WORLD! PIAF! LE SPECTACLE OCTOBER 25

CRISTINA BRANCO MAY 7

MARIACHI SOL DE MEXICO MAY 21

Delight in these national touring musicals featuring the best music and dance from the ‘60’s, ‘70’s, and ‘80’s!

SERIES PRICING LEVEL A: ($187) LEVEL B: ($161) LEVEL C: ($141) LEVEL D: ($133)

$167 $144 $126 $120

Experience engaging theatre and immerse yourself in dramatic excellence!

SERIES PRICING LEVEL A: ($107) LEVEL B: ($96) LEVEL C: ($84) LEVEL D: ($79)

$80 $71 $67 $59

Revel in the breathtaking beauty and astonishing talent of two magnificent dance companies!

SERIES PRICING LEVEL A: ($94) LEVEL B: ($81) LEVEL C: ($67) LEVEL D: ($54)

$75 $65 $54 $44

The Z welcomes outstanding talent from around the world! Enjoy expressive and incomparable music from France, Portugal and Mexico!

SERIES PRICING LEVEL A: ($143) LEVEL B: ($125) LEVEL C: ($106) LEVEL D: ($99)

$121 $106 $90 $84

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Give the Gift of Great Entertainment A great gift for any occasion! Do you believe “experiences” make more memorable and enjoyable gifts than just another “thing”?

Z Gift Certificates are just the ticket when you want to give the gift of powerful and uplifting performance art! Z Gift Certificates are available online, by phone, or in person at the box office and may be used to purchase tickets to any Z performance (not applicable to New Bedford Symphony Orchestra, Festival Theatre, rentals or concessions).

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Show-Stopping Savings for Groups of 10 or More!

Booking tickets for your group is as easy as a phone call.

Gather your friends for an unforgettable night at The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center – the Southcoast’s premiere destination for the performing arts. Enjoy world-class music, theatre and dance and reward yourself with savings!

Savings! Groups of 20 or more receive a 20% discount, 15-19 receive a 15% discount, and groups of 10-14 receive a 10% discount for most Z performances.

Rental performances do not apply.

No Ticket Fees! In addition to the Group Discount, you’ll save the $3.50 per-ticket service fee. We require only one handling fee of $5 per order.

Personal Service! Contact The Z Group Sales by phone at (508) 997-5664 extension 123. You can also e-mail your ticket request to info@zeiterion.org.

Make it Special! Downtown New Bedford is home to many outstanding restaurants. Our staff can help you coordinate your group’s visit, offer advice on where to eat, parking, tours and more.

Group sales are ideal for families, travel clubs, church and social groups, students, and businesses.

It’s never too early! Contact us today! Many of our premium performances sell out fast, so order now for the best seats and best availability.

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BY PHONE (508) 994-2900 IN PERSON at The Z box office

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located at 684 Purchase St. New Bedford, MA Ticket order form downloadable at www.zeiterion.org

BOX OFFICE HOURS

Tuesday–Friday 10am–5pm Saturday 10am–3pm The box office opens two hours before show time on performance days and remains open through intermission.

THE Z ACCEPTS THE FOLLOWING FOR TICKET PURCHASES:

Cash, Checks (payable to Zeiterion Theatre), Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express SERVICE FEES

For ticket orders on-line and by phone there is a $3.50 per ticket convenience fee. All orders are subject to a $5 service fee.

PHONE ORDERS

Tickets ordered by phone up to seven days prior to the event will be mailed. Tickets ordered less than seven days prior to the event will be held at Will Call.

REFUNDS & CANCELLATIONS

There are no refunds or exchanges unless a performance is cancelled or postponed. All sales are final.

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ACCESSIBILITY

The Z is committed to providing accessible facilities and programs.

For accessibility services, please contact The Z box office at 508-994-2900. For most services, including wheelchair seating, we ask that you make arrangements when purchasing your ticket. Audio listening devices are available at the box office. Signing may be arranged for specific performances but requires at least a 10 day advance notice.

GROUP DISCOUNTS

Gather your friends and save!

Groups of 10 or more save up to 20%. Please see page 61 for details.

STUDENT, MILITARY AND SENIOR CITIZEN

Discounted tickets are available for select shows. Inquire by phone or in person.

RUSH TICKETS

Two hours before select performances, rush tickets are available at a significant discount. Some restrictions may apply. This offer is only available in person at the box office.

YOUTH, INFANT AND TODDLER ATTENDANCE

All patrons, regardless of age, are required to purchase a ticket to attend any performance, including babes in arms.

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IT BEGINS WITH A TICKET. ONLINE BOX OFFICE 508-994-2900 Tues-Fri 10AM-5PM Sat 10AM-3PM

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