Audience Magazine - December 2020 by Audience502

A behind-the-scenes look into Louisvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performing arts and entertainment during this unprecedented time of reflection and artistic creation.

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THE SEASON of GIVING At the end of the day, it’s not what you have or even what you’ve accomplished. It’s about who you’ve lifted up, who you’ve made better. It’s about what you have given back. — Denzel Washington For many of us, the holidays are often the most joyful time of year. Instead, we’re all dealing with various levels of loss right now — whether that’s simply a loss of social connection or traditions, or more serious losses like income or, heaven forbid, someone close to us. While we know it’s painful to not be able to celebrate the season in our usual ways, there are plenty of opportunities to step back and appreciate our blessings. Taking time to notice the simple things — a beautiful sunrise, our children laughing or a delicious dessert — can go a long way toward lightening our mental and emotional load as we wind up an exceptionally tough year.

Amy Higgs Managing Editor

One huge blessing is the resilient spirit of our local performing arts groups, many of which have completely (and creatively) reimagined their seasons. They accepted the new normal of the pandemic and adapted. We would all do well to follow their example — accept that the holidays just won’t be the same, and don’t expect them to be. Enjoy them for what they are this year, and not for what you think they should be. Start some new traditions, or maybe cook a nontraditional meal. (Better yet, support a local restaurant by getting your holiday meal to-go!) Though we may be more focused on how to modify our celebrations or gatherings, don’t forget that this is also the season of giving. One thing that hasn’t changed for our beloved performing arts organizations is their need for your support. If anything, it’s greater than ever. Since you can’t see many of your loved ones in person to give them a wrapped gift, consider buying tickets to virtual concert or theater performance, or making a donation in their name to help make sure the spotlight shines on our stages again someday soon. As for Audience Magazine, we’re still doing what we’ve done since this crisis started — shining our light on the arts, giving them a voice and platform to share their news and inspiring stories of strength in the face of unprecedented adversity. Thank you to our loyal advertisers, who make our publication possible. And, thanks to all of YOU who are reading these stories and sharing them with your friends. We are stronger together, and we will get through whatever is yet to come by standing alongside each other, hand in hand. From all of us at Audience, we wish you a happy (and healthy) holiday season.

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Until the curtain rises again,

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TABLE of CONTENTS DECEMBER 2020

ANTICIPATING ANASTASIA

CELEBRATING AMERICAN SOUL

MUSICIAN JIM BRICKMAN

A REIMIAGINED TRADITION

AMPLIFY YOUR VOICE

GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK

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A behind-the-scenes look into Louisville’s performing arts and entertainment during this unprecedented time of reflection and artistic creation.

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The Audience Group, Inc. G. Douglas Dreisbach MANAGING EDITOR

Amy Higgs CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Rhonda Mefford SALES & MARKETING

G. Douglas Dreisbach CONTRIBUTORS

PNC Broadway in Louisville Louisville Orchestra Kentucky Performing Arts Louisville Ballet Kentucky Opera Fund for the Arts

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ANTICIPATING ANASTASIA

A ROMANTIC AND ADVENTURE-FILLED MUSICIAL IS ON ITS WAY TO LOUISVILLE by PNC Broadway in Louisville 6

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hile we’re still waiting anxiously for the time when we can all convene again for live performances, we’re excited to continue to celebrate the upcoming Broadway in Louisville season by highlighting the planned line-up for next year.

Inspired by the beloved film, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Louisville at last! From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family. ANASTASIA features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally, a lush new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics), with direction by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak.

THE HISTORY OF ANASTASIA ANASTASIA is based on the story of Grand Duchess Anastasia Nikolaevna Romanova, the youngest daughter of Nicholas II, the last czar of Russia. Early in the morning of July 17, 1918, Czar Nicholas and his family were killed by members of a Bolshevik revolutionary group. Following the execution, rumors persisted for years afterward that the czar’s youngest daughter, Anastasia, had survived the attack. Over the years, several imposters came forward and claimed to be Anastasia. The most notable of these was Anna Anderson; she bore a striking resemblance to the girl and

Lila Coogan (Anya) in the National Tour of ANASTASIA. Photo by Matthew Murphy, MurphyMade.

even knew many personal details of her life. Anderson’s claim was finally denounced in 1994, when a posthumous DNA test proved that she was in no way related to the Romanov family. Now considered a modern myth, the story of ANASTASIA continues to be told.

MEET A FEW OF THE CHARACTERS Anya When we first meet Anya, she is a lost soul, but one with great strength, pride, determination, and dignity. As the story progresses, she begins to discover her sense of self and the possibility that she may be the missing daughter of Czar Nicholas.

 Lila Coogan (Anya) and the company of the National Tour of ANASTASIA. Photo by Evan Zimmerman, MurphyMade.

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Jake Levy (Dmitry) in National Tour of ANASTASIA. Photo by Evan Zimmerman, MurphyMade.

Victoria Bingham (Little Anastasia) and Joy Franz (Dowager Empress) in the National Tour of ANASTASIA. Photo by Evan Zimmerman, MurphyMade.

Dmitry The prince of St. Petersburg’s black market, Dmitry is an opportunist trying to make it on the streets of Russia by selling stolen objects from the Tsarist past. He creates the scheme to find an Anastasia impersonator in order to gain the reward for her safe return. He’s tough, persuasive, and daring.

won gains of the new order. His attraction to Anya puts him in violent conflict with himself.

Young Anastasia The daughter of the czar of Russia. A sweet and impressionable young princess.

Dowager Empress

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She is the formidable and imperious grandmother of Anastasia. Anastasia is her favorite grandchild, and she loves her with all her heart. She never gives up the belief that her granddaughter might be alive but finally, after years of enduring impersonators, she becomes bitter and hardened.

Larger than life nesting dolls will be on display in the theatre lobby during ANASTASIA’s engagement in Louisville. Inspired by the journey of Anastasia, The Nesting Project is a sculptural installation work created by artists from the Western Middle School for the Arts.

Gleb Gleb is a son of the Russian revolution. As a career officer in the Bolshevik secret police, he is a passionate defender of the hard-

SPECIAL THANKS TO Art Teachers, Amanda Thompson, and Benjamin Owen and the Western Middle School Art Students for their contribution.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES

Tickets and info at: louisville.broadway.com

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Women of Influence Celebrating the Year of the Woman Through Dec. 31, 2020 Twenty eight works by 16 Kentucky artists who have created new artworks that honor and are inspired by women of influence throughout history.

KENTUCKY ARTISAN CENTER 200 Artisan Way • Berea, KY • 859-985-5448 OPEN DAILY 9 AM TO 6 PM Images top left - clockwise: “Malala” by Kathy Conroy; “Can I Have Your Autograph?” by Lisa Austin; “Artemisia Gentileschi” by S U B S C R I B E T O A U D I E N C E F R E E ! 10 Mave Brittain; “Ruth” by Sylvia Brestel; “On Her Mother’s Wings” by Leslie Nichols; “Maya: Wisdom” by Sandra Charles

Whitney Hall. Photo courtesy of Kentucky Performing Arts.

AT THIS STAGE Virtual education platform connects students with artists by PNC Broadway in Louisville

Broadway in Louisville and the Louisville Theatrical Association are proud to announce that they are partnering with a new program to give area teachers free access to AT THIS STAGE, a series of online workshops featuring experts from Broadway and beyond. As part of their commitment to theatre arts and education, the program is available to teachers of all disciplines for free. Presented in partnership with Streamable Learning, an expert in educational technology, each AT THIS STAGE workshop gives students the ability to interact with professional artists working on-stage, backstage and in all areas of the performing arts industry. They will discuss topics relevant to all middle and high school students, not just those specifically interested in the arts fields.

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• Free admission to live virtual workshops • Easy-to-use lesson plans and student worksheets • Direct connection to theatre experts • Access to a library of recorded sessions Sessions will include a variety of workshops that include Wicked, Beetlejuice, Dear Evan Hansen, and A Christmas Carol. More information coming soon!

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PNC BROADWAY AT HOME Get into the holiday spirit with these songs from Broadway stars!

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CELEBRATING

AMERICAN SOUL

A VIRTUAL EDITION CONCERT HIGHLIGHTING THE WORKS OF SOUL MUSICâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S VOCAL GIANTS by Michelle Winters 14

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ince famed Louisville Orchestra conductor Teddy Abrams first graced the stages of Whitney Hall, Louisville patrons of fine music knew they were in for a treat. In what was a monumental transition into celebrating the roots of classical music as well as other important genres, the season line-ups soon began to reveal what Teddy and crew had in mind and where the future of the Louisville Orchestra was heading, and all signs pointed to exciting times ahead. With past collages featuring various musicians, rock bands and even local artists, paired with the harmonic orchestra ensembles, Teddy and the LO have attracted new patrons to the performances as well as invigorated the long-time patrons of the group. Just in time for the holidays, the Louisville Orchestra is excited to celebrate the excitement of R&B and Soul music that is rooted in Gospel traditions and merged with doo-wop sounds. Soul music began to rise with the post-WWII generation when professional black musicians began showcasing their talents and energetic musical stylings in what eventually emerged into as the traditional pop music we hear today. Soon, the great Soul and R&B musicians who celebrated their fresh sounds brought a cascade of new music to stages everywhere. Some of the all-time greats including Ray Charles, James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Marvin Gaye, and many others crossed musical, and social, barriers to bring a new sound to the world and another music genre that would last forever. During this time, music entrepreneurs also made a name for themselves and began to blossom including the likes of Detroit’s Barry Gordy (founder of Tamala Motown Records) and Jim Wexler (Atlantic Records) when they began producing music that featured powerful black vocalists. Featuring deeply emotional lyrics, imaginative and memorable melodies, and soaring arrangements for brass, percussion and backup choirs, the new genre caught on quickly and never looked back. At the same time, Soul music turned to the successful teen market with catchy lyrics and tunes with driving clean beats, just right for AM radio. Groups like The Supremes and The Four Tops delighted listeners with melodrama and the

Through a generous donation, The Louisville Orchestra is excited to offer this performance for free through Dec. 31. To access the free stream, CLICK HERE and use the promo code FREE to start streaming. Enjoy!

exuberant romanticism that bubbled as the antidote to rock ‘n roll of the time. Like no other music, American Soul brought a divided country together during the 1960s and '70s and the scope of influence spread to an international appeal. To be unaware of the music of Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Dianna Ross was almost impossible as their songs regularly graced stages, airwaves and the American culture overall. These international music superstars smashed racial barriers in unimaginable ways with the power of their music. To celebrate this important time in music history, once again, The Louisville Orchestra and conductor Teddy Abrams have compiled an LO Virtual Edition Concert dedicated to highlighting the works of these vocal giants. Featuring Louisville-based musicians Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore, listeners will embrace the vocal power and the deep instinct for performing Soul music that comes from their living and breathing Gospel and R&B music throughout their amazing careers. Clayborn has graced the LO stages for many seasons and was a big part of Gospel at the Symphony, the last concert the LO was able to produce in person at the Kentucky Center.

 Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore singing in American Soul for the LO Virtual Edition Concert.

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LOUISVILLE ORCHESTRA AT HOME Check out the videos below for a sneak preview of LO's Virtual Edition Concert highlighting the music of America's iconic soul singers.

 VIDEO: Teddy Abrams talks about the American Soul concert featuring Louisville artists performing classic soul hits.

 VIDEO: Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore with the Atmosphere Changers performing “God Made it Beautiful."

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This year has been filled with challenges, especially for the kids and families of our community. Because of generous donors, we have been able to continue providing support and resources so Kosair Kids like Itzel (Itzzy) have everything they need to grow up happy, healthy, and safe. For children like Itzzy, donor support is life-changing. Itzzy is a bubbly, outgoing, and bright 6-year-old who loves to paint and play with her Jack Russell Terrier, Jackie. When Itzzy was 3 years old, her mom, Alma noticed she was struggling with speech and language development. Despite seeing specialists and speech therapists, Alma was still worried her daughter would fall behind in kindergarten. Itzzy’s doctor suggested additional testing to help find a diagnosis. Unfortunately, her doctor did not accept insurance for this testing. That is when Alma and Itzzy found Kosair Charities. Itzzy received the testing she needed at no cost to her mom through the Kosair Kids Financial Assistance Program. After years of searching for answers, she was diagnosed with hearing loss and an auditory processing disorder. With this diagnosis, Itzzy, Alma, and her medical care team were able to create a care plan designed especially for her. Thanks to donors like you, Itzzy also received hearing aids and an FM transmitter system from the Financial Assistance Program. Her test scores have improved more than 50% and her comprehension has developed significantly! She now has resources she needs to reach her full potential.

There are many kids in our community who still need your support. The COVID-19 pandemic has created additional challenges for many families, especially those who have children with medical needs. Kosair Charities is committed to ensuring all kids in Kentucky and Southern Indiana have what they need to thrive, but we need your help to provide these vital resources. Help kids like Itzel reach their potential by making a generous gift today:

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Itzel is ready to celebrate the holidays thanks to donors like you!

“I know Itzzy is destined to do great things and now she can,” Itzel’s mom, Alma said. L O U I S V I L L E

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UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENTS

NOW AVAILABLE ON THE FALL LO VIRTUAL EDITION PACKAGE

KPA UPCOMING VIRTUAL PERFORMANCES

Louisville Orchestra is constantly adding bonus videos to the LO Virtual Edition Package. Get all this and more for $99 unlimited access. Click here.

As the saying goes, “the show must go on.” Kentucky Performing Arts venues may be temporarily closed due to COVID-19, but we are still happy to bring you new performances.

FULL CONCERTS:

For more information, to view the full calendar and to purchase tickets, visit KentuckyPerformingArts.org.

Abrams Conducts Stravinsky (Expires 12/13)

Darlene Love — Love for the Holidays

Sam Bush with the LO (Expires 12/27)

December 5, 8 P.M. | Watch the Video

American Soul available until 12/31

Grammy Award Winner and Rock & Roll Hall-of-Famer, Darlene Love, will bring her classics hits and more for a one-night-only holiday performance.

BONUS MATERIAL Teddy Talks Stravinsky Interview: Sam Bush and Teddy Abrams talk about Kentucky Bluegrass Music

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood, Stream of Consciousness

ENSEMBLE VIDEOS:

Saturday, December 5, 8 P.M. Sunday, December 13, 7 P.M. Saturday, December 19, 8 P.M.

String Quartet No. 10 in E-flat Major, Op. 74 "Harp”

Improv legends and Whose Line is it Anyway? veterans Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood unleash a wild, comedic ride with an all-new, live improv show via Zoom.

Serenade in D Major, Op. 25 Sextet for Winds in E-flat Major, Op. 71

LO DUETS: Perpetuum Mobile, Op. 34, No. 5

Dave Koz & Friends, The Greatest Hits of Christmas 2020

Duet for Two Violins performed with Clarinet and Violin

December 12, 8 P.M | Watch the Video

Selection from 5 Pieces for Duo Violins

Grammy-nominated saxophonist Dave Koz and some special guests will bring holiday favorites to your home in this special one-night-only, virtual concert event!

COMING SOON: The Four Seasons ($20 or FREE with the LO Virtual Edition) Various Holiday ensemble performances Robert Walker performs Three Pieces for Solo Clarinet by Igor Stravinsky while telling the very interesting story of its creation. To help keep the Louisville Orchestra thriving, please make a donation here.

A (Virtual) Christmas with The Griswolds: An Evening with Chevy Chase & Beverly D’Angelo December 19, 8 P.M. National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation stars Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo will share fan-favorite clips and their favorite memories and participate in a live audience Q&A. KPA needs your help to continue to build lifelong relationships with the arts across the Kentucky. Donate.

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There is no doubt that this holiday season will not look like past years. Longstanding traditions may be put on hold this year, family gatherings may be limited, and things will just be different.

With the COVID virus continuing to wreak havoc on the world as we once knew it, businesses from every industry have been affected. Among those hit the hardest have been concert venues, most of which have been dark since March. Musicians and industry leaders have stepped up to help venues in any way they can. One of them is musician Jim Brickman.

With multiple awards, gold and platinum albums, and collaborations with artists such as Lady Antebellum, Martina McBride, Johnny Mathis, Olivia Newton John, and more, Brickman’s music has enlightened millions and now he wants to bring the sounds of the holidays to your home with the Comfort & Joy at Home Virtual Holiday Tour. A portion of the proceeds from each online concert will benefit various venues that host the special evenings of holiday cheer. Don’t miss his streaming performance scheduled for Thursday, December 10, that will benefit Kentucky Performing Arts. We caught up with Jim to get the scoop about how he came up with the idea of the tour, his background, and his perspective about the arts and the world. This is an excerpt from the full interview. To read it in its entirety, visit Audience502.com. G. Douglas Driesbach: Why do you think music and the arts are so important today? Jim Brickman: Music uplifts us all and lets us escape, and theater does the same thing. You’re watching amazing performers that are bringing these characters to life, reflecting back some of what we all go through, relatable experiences that are live. But live theater’s also about the community gathering in one place to celebrate the arts. When you have a place like The Kentucky Center, you have community involvement in

...when people get together in their own town, in their own community, at a venue that is comfortable that they know, there’s a celebration not only of the arts and what you’re watching, but also of the collective experience people are having with each other. supporting the arts; and when people get together in their own town, in their own community, at a venue that is comfortable that they know, there’s a celebration not only of the arts and what you’re watching, but also of the collective experience people are having with each other. GDD: This holiday season, your Comfort & Joy at Home Virtual Tour will benefit venues across the country, including KPA on December 10. Why is it important to you to give back to the venues? JB: I have toured for 25 years, and most of the places I perform are beautiful performing arts centers around the country. Many of them are historic landmarks that have been around for a hundred years or more, bringing entertainment to their communities. These venues have always really welcomed me and what I do, so I am grateful for that. I have always appreciated the physical places that I get to perform, but it is not just about the music or performance, it is about the whole environment. When you go in a venue, the feel of the place is as much a part of the experience as the music, especially at Christmas.

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They have all been so kind to me over the years, and I really felt like it was important during this time to support local theater. Like in Louisville for example, where you have such a vibrant arts community, I want to help out and also remind the audience that it’s going to take a while to get back to those experiences, and that a lot of these arts organizations are suffering. With the tour, we decided to do something that was not just the same old thing, and just put up a virtual concert that people around the world can tune in to once, but provide a one-night experience that benefits the Kentucky Performing Arts. Anybody in Louisville — or from anywhere — can watch, and proceeds will still go to Kentucky Performing Arts. You can tune in from Wichita if you’ve got friends there. They can still watch and support the Kentucky Performing Arts as well. To make it as close to a live performance as possible, we offered tickets on Zoom, so instead of just a passive watching something, now there can be interaction. I can see you. You can see me. You can clap. You can dress up. You could eat snacks. You could decorate the house, and I’ll be able to see it. And again, it will give that community feel of sorts. You might get on there with me and see your friend, like, “Hey, I didn’t know you were a Jim Brickman fan. How are you?” That kind of thing. By doing it on Zoom, and then being able to do meetand-greets, it provides a completely different type of unique experience that is exclusive to the Louisville community. GDD: What can the audiences expect to hear? Classic holiday songs? Some of your original music? Or, a little bit of both? JB: One of the things that is always true about my shows is that I feel like people want to hear the hits, so I’m lucky enough to have had hits that people know. I’ll be doing those, but also Christmas, of course — hymns and carols of Christmas, just like when I’m there. We usually play Louisville every year or every other year, so I am lucky that I get a chance to simulate that. We also take a lot of people, like on Facebook — we’ll say, “Hey, if anybody’s coming to the Louisville show tonight, put in your requests, and we’ll do your requests.” We can’t take everybody on Zoom’s requests or we would be there all night — but that day, we’ll send a message out to everybody in Louisville saying, “If there’s something you want to hear tonight, let us know, or make a dedication.” Again, these are things you can’t do if it’s just a passive launch. GDD: You’ve done a lot of collaborations with various artists over the years. Was there ever a time when you thought, “Wow, I can’t believe I got to do this with him or her?” JB: Well, yeah, I mean, many of them, I still pinch myself when I get a chance to work with them. When you grow up admiring people and then get a chance to work with them, or especially have them singing your song, that is the goal. My first big concert tour was a co-bill with Olivia Newton John, which I don’t know how I got because I don’t think anybody knew who I was. That kind of thing, and that experience with her,

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being on tour, kind of catapulted it into a level where I was starting to meet people that I admired all the time, and I would just ask them if they wanted to do something. Like if I wanted to work with Johnny Mathis, which I did, for a Christmas song, I just was relentless in trying to find them and would ask them if they would. Some of them knew me. Some of them didn’t. But I just figured the worst that they could say was no, and a bunch of them did, but a bunch of them also said yes. GDD: Why should people tune-in to the Comfort & Joy at Home virtual holiday tour on December 10? JB: To support the arts and your local community and to rebuild Louisville when it comes to performing arts. You will be entertained and will get that gift on your doorstep and build community by enjoying an evening of Christmas music that you cannot do in person, but it is as close as possible. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the show and still give back to the arts and Kentucky Performing Arts in the community of Louisville. A U D I E N C E

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Jim Brickman’s Comfort & Joy at Home DECEMBER 10 AT 7 P.M. SILVER PACKAGE: $40 • Live Virtual Concert

GOLD PACKAGE: $75 • Live Virtual Concert • Interact with Jim in the Zoom Room • Stocking full of Christmas gifts delivered to your doorstep

DIAMOND PACKAGE: $125 • Live Virtual Concert • Interact with Jim in the Zoom Room • Stocking full of Christmas gifts delivered to your doorstep • After Show Party with Jim

For more information and to purchase your virtual ticket, CLICK HERE.

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THE LOUISVILLE BALLET BRINGS THE BROWN-FORMAN NUTCRACKER TO THE DIGITAL STAGE 24

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or millions of Americans, the holiday season isn’t complete without a trip to the theatre to watch The Nutcracker. But in 2020, safety supersedes tradition, leaving venues around the country dark for the foreseeable future.

Such is the case for The Kentucky Center, where the Louisville Ballet performs this holiday classic. This June, the company announced the 2020-21 Season of Illumination will be all-digital and include a new ballet art film production entitled Kentucky! Volume 1 and The Brown-Forman Nutcracker, with more productions to be announced later. While many regard the pivot as bittersweet, artistic director Robert Curran says it was an unexpectedly easy decision, and one that has brought a renewed sense of excitement to the company. “Obviously, we knew a digital season would be the safest choice for both our company and our patrons, but it was also a really exciting move,” says Curran. “Since joining the Louisville Ballet seven years ago, it’s been my intention to create a digital stage, and this is the perfect opportunity to do it.” This season’s digital streaming of The Brown-Forman Nutcracker, with choreography by Val Caniparoli, will be available December 7 through 15 and was made possible thanks to a happy twist of fate. Last year’s production was filmed by WDRB-TV for rebroadcast on Christmas Day, and was produced with an elegant artistic eye in a professional production that gave viewers the best experience possible.

UNCOVERING NEW LAYERS The Louisville Ballet’s famed rendition of the holiday classic follows Marie, played by Leigh Anne Albrechta, and her enchanting journey with her Nutcracker prince. Audiences will see all of their favorite scenes — from the festive party scene, to the company’s famous snow scene, through the tour of exotic lands in Act II — beautifully produced in high definition, all from the comfort of home.

Louisville Ballet Company Dancer Leigh Anne Albrechta as Marie in the "Snow Scene" from The Brown-Foman Nutcracker. Photo by Sam English, 2019.

Albrechta said filmed ballet productions can uncover more layers of a ballet story because of the ability to capture nuances such as facial expressions and costuming details up close, while the digital streaming platform enables the viewer to rewind and rewatch a favorite scene. “It’s like having the best seat in the house, in your own house,” she says. The digital platform is also an ideal way to introduce ballet to young children who may not be quite ready to sit through a full performance, or for families who do not live within easy driving distance of a company or venue offering a full-scale rendition of the classic tale.

 Louisville Ballet Children's Cast Toy Soldiers with a Rat from The Brown-Forman Nutcracker. Photo by Sam English, 2019.

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Albrechta recalls being enthralled as a child while watching New York City Ballet’s televised performance of The Nutcracker starring Macauley Culkin and Louisville Ballet School alum Wendy Whelan. “We didn’t have anything like that where I grew up,” says Albrechta, who hails from Fremont, Ohio. And that broader audience also includes the friends and loved ones of the performers who may live miles away and be unable to travel to performances. “In any given city, most ballet company dancers aren’t from there,” adds Albrechta. “This platform lets our loved ones across the country and around the world watch, and that’s really meaningful to all of us.” Having the production already available on film allowed the company to devote this Fall to exploring and creating new digital works, while giving the dancers—who are typically accustomed to live stage productions—a preview of what it’s like to be filmed. “Ballet is already very detail-oriented, but with various camera angles, and more up-close shots, we had to be even more mindful of facial expressions and other nuances,” says Albrechta. She also noted that the ability to pause and reshoot a scene, as opposed to dancing the entire production straight through from start to finish, allows the dancers to come to each scene fresh, without fatigue. “The energy stays high throughout,” she says. “We don’t have to worry about wobbly legs in the last scenes!” Still, a Fall season without the hustle and bustle of Nutcracker auditions, rehearsals, costume fittings, and rehearsals is a bit surreal for dancers who may have spent decades performing The Nutcracker year after year since childhood. Albrechta, who has performed several roles in The BrownForman Nutcracker over the years, including the female role in the Arabian Divertissement and Sugar Plum Fairy, jokes that she’s done with her Christmas shopping early for the first time ever this year. Curran, who hails from Australia where The Nutcracker isn’t a typical holiday tradition since Christmas falls during the summer months there, says the performance has become something he looks forward to each year since moving to Louisville. For ballet mistress and children’s casting manager Helen Daigle, a season without corralling dozens of tiny dancers feels a little empty, albeit a bit quieter. Louisville Ballet casts up to 100 children from around the area each season to fill the first act’s party scene. “For so many children, the privilege of performing in The Nutcracker is a rite of passage, and many of our children come back year after year,” says Daigle. “Their excitement and enthusiasm are unmatched, and we certainly are missing them right now.” 26

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Louisville Ballet Dancers in "Snow Scene" from The Brown-Forman Nutcracker. Photo by Sam English, 2019.

LOWERING BARRIERS, ENHANCING PERFORMANCES Louisville Ballet is far from the only arts organization to look to a digital format. New York’s Metropolitan Opera announced in September that it would suspend live performances until at least September 2021, but is streaming archived performances, which have proven to be popular. Curran pointed out that the lowered barriers to entry for streaming performances — such as free or reduced ticket prices, and no need to travel to a venue at a specific time— has likely brought more people to the performing arts than before, which may help fill seats as venues reopen to live performances. “The more arts organizations are able to take on these strategies, the more we can break down preconceived notions of what the arts are, and who the arts are for,” he says. Like so many aspects of our daily lives that have been forever altered by this year’s pandemic, digital streaming for arts organizations is here to stay. And in Curran’s opinion, that’s a very good thing. While live productions will likely always have their place, digital capabilities allow organizations to enhance performances with behind-the-scenes videos, character sketches, artist profiles, and much more. This year’s The Brown-Forman Nutcracker is enhanced by the inaugural Winter Fair Gala, a digital experience from December 3 though 6, which includes an evening of virtual ballet performances and holiday toasts on Saturday evening, virtual Nutcracker story time in partnership with the Louisville Free Public Library and Carmichael’s Bookstore, the Louisville Ballet Youth Ensemble Winter Concert, and much more. A U D I E N C E

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Former Louisville Ballet Company Dancer Christy Corbitt Krieger as the Sugar Plum Fairy with Angels from The Brown-Forman Nutcracker. Photo by Sam English, 2014.

All proceeds from the gala will benefit the Louisville Ballet and its programming.

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“These new digital platforms allow us to be more diverse in every sense of the word, from the types of organizations we collaborate with to the audiences we are able to reach,” says Curran. “The ways in which we can enhance a live performance are really limitless.”

For instance, Curran says that this season’s Kentucky! Volume 1, the first in a three-part ballet cycle, weaves together the past and present of the Commonwealth in a non-linear style. The production also incorporates a spoken word artist and is designed to cast the history of Kentucky through a new lens.

Curran says he looks forward to pushing the boundaries of collaboration and incorporating emerging technologies such as CGI and augmented reality to continue to bring multi-dimensional viewing experiences to audiences in Louisville and beyond.

“Everything we are pushing for is unique,” says Curran. “I feel very strongly that Louisville Ballet has an obligation to create a sense of pride, nostalgia, and well-being in our community. Now more than ever, it’s vital that we tell the story of our community and instill a sense of unity to our viewers.”

FROM ISOLATION TO UNITY Now more than ever, he says, is a time for organizations from a broad range of disciplines and geographies to unite to support one another and their respective communities. The past year has brought increased isolation in so many ways, yet technology offers a new sense of unity, and the opportunity to present

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LOUISVILLE BALLET AT HOME Bring the joy of dance into your home with these previews and behind-the-scenes videos.

 VIDEO: Due to COVID-19 precautions, performances of Kentucky! Volume 1 have been moved to December 7-21. Watch a preview here.

 VIDEO: Behind The Brown-Forman Nutcracker: The Making of a Dancer.

 VIDEO: Watch a preview of The Nutcracker’s famous "Snow Scene." The full performance will be available online December 7-15.

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Many of us recited these words with our classmates daily as we pledged our allegiance to the flag. But what does justice actually look like? What comes to mind when you think of justice? Kentucky Opera cannot perform in the theatre this season; nevertheless, we are remaining true to our mission of engaging our community with music and story. What are your stories of justice? We’d love to hear about your thoughts, feelings, and attitudes about justice: • What does justice look like to you? • Can you describe a time when you were treated unfairly?

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• “Love your neighbor.” Describe a time when you stood up for a stranger.

Submit your responses using the form at kyopera.org/justice or send a message to email@kyopera.org.

• What artwork or imagery represents justice to you?

• Have you ever wished you had given someone a second chance? What happened?

• What poems or sayings come to mind when you think about justice and injustice? Your responses will remain anonymous and will inspire the composition of a set of original songs for our community, written by baritone and composer Jorell Williams. Texts, random thoughts, stories, poems, photos, and video entries are all welcome.

 VIDEO: Testimonies to Justice promotional video, by Kentucky Opera.

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ew things are as joyful as watching a loved one open a gift that you thoughtfully picked out. What could be better? If the proceeds of the gift you purchased went to support a cause that you both are passionate about, that would be the bow on top!

Each of the gift suggestions on our list are local, so you can feel good about supporting local artists and keeping our community strong in the midst of a tumultuous year. Gifting handmade art is incredibly personal and ensures that the Louisville arts community continues to thrive, grow, and impact countless lives.

Gifting handmade art is incredibly personal and ensures that the Louisville arts community continues to thrive, grow, and impact countless lives. VIRTUAL PERFORMANCES FROM LOUISVILLE PERFORMING ARTS GROUPS Even with social distancing, the show must go on (albeit a little differently)! The performing arts have adjusted by hosting virtual events, allowing audiences to enjoy the show from the comfort of their home or host smaller intimate gatherings to commemorate live theater and performances.

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Actors Theatre has transitioned many of its holiday classics and other original plays to a virtual experience that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. • C ovid Classics: One-Act Plays for the Age of Quarantine. Streaming through December 31. • Where Did We Sit on the Bus?: A Latinx kid searches for her own people’s place in American history. Streaming through May 31.

IMAGINE 2020 MURAL FESTIVAL CARDS Commemorative cards from the first ever Imagine 2020 Mural Festival are now available. Cards feature murals by Louisville artists that can be seen around the city. Card packages are $12, and proceeds benefit the Fund for the Arts. Buy here.

• A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play of the holiday classic that never disappoints. Streaming through December 31. • Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End: Bombeck’s journey from homemaker to syndicated columnist to a feminist crusader. Streaming January 8-28.

 Fund for the Arts’ Imagine Mural Festival notecards make great holiday gifts.

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KPA is welcoming a flurry of virtual concerts and events featuring artists performing everything from holiday concerts to comedy skits, with the proceeds from tickets benefitting the KPA. • Darlene Love: Love for the Holidays – December 5. • Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood: Stream of Consciousness, Streaming through December 19. • Jim Brickman: Comfort & Joy at Home LIVE! Virtually, December 10. • Dave Koz & Friends – The Greatest Hits of Christmas December 12. Sam Bush

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Enjoy several collaborations from the Louisville Orchestra and various music icons, including Bluegrass Music Hall-of-Famer, Sam Bush, and R&B-Soul Louisville natives, Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore. • American Soul: Teddy Abrams and the LO launch a tribute to Soul & R&B music – FREE to stream through December 31. • Sam Bush with the LO: Bluegrass Music Hall-of-Famer and Kentucky Native Sam Bush and the LO collaborate on a one-of-a-kind celebration of Bluegrass traditions. The Nutcracker

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Some things simply cannot be missed, and The Nutcracker is one of those things. Don’t miss the Louisville Ballet’s famous production. Streaming at your convenience from December 7-15.

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The rock band PAKG, which stands for “Producing a Kind Generation,” is one of the unique sounds of Louisville. Coincidentally, PAKG is also an acronym of each band member’s name: Pinky, Ace, Kym, and Grey. Merchandise and mp3 downloads are also available on the band’s website.  From top to bottom: Dave Koz & Friends, the Greatest Hits of Christmas, December 12 livestream. Photo courtesy of Kentucky Performing Arts. / Hall-of-Famer Sam Bush will perform with the Louisville Orchestra. Photo courtesy of Louisville Orchestra. / Louisville Ballet Dancers in "Snow Scene" from The BrownForman Nutcracker. Photo by Sam English, 2019. / PAKG released their sophomore album in the summer of 2020. Photo courtesy of PAKG's Instagram. PAKG

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Brooks works in pastels and oils, painting portraits and creating plein-air landscapes of local scenery.

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This carefully curated, locally crafted boutique gallery features everything from home goods to jewelry, mixed media to apparel. The work of 50-plus artists are represented.

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Limited edition archival prints are available on Rounsavall’s website. Commissions are also available for those looking for a one-of-a-kind custom work of art.

Simply Art by Nea SIMPLYARTBYNEA.COM

Tonnea Green, also known as Nea (pronouced: knee-Ah), is a born and raised Louisville artist who works with acrylic paint, ball point pens and paint markers. Many of her paintings are done on wood to symbolize the connection between humans and nature.

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Be sure to check out the unique blend of canvas paintings, postcards, and portraits depicting various emotions by Louisville artist, Tomisha Lovely Allen. For that special gift, inquire about sanctioned portrait paintings of your preferred subject, and she’ll capture the essence of what you are looking for. There are periodically sales and specials on her Etsy site.

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Charles Rice is an urban artist whose original concepts and styles epresent the diversity and uniqueness of today’s urbanesque market. His works have been showcased in the prestigious New York Art Expo and in the Oprah Winfrey Annual Art Exhibition.

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Deborah Stanley uses premium polymer clay in an innovative way to create colorful, unique, and interesting works of art that stimulate the senses. Her philosophy is to “let go, let flow!”

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Allie Jensen is a contemporary artist who explores meditative art techniques through repetitive linework and dot work. Her work identifies with Complex Systems Theory (CST), identifying and characterizing common design elements and implementing them into an astounding interconnected universe. Her work has been featured in the Collider Artist in Residency (2019) as well as the Goodwill Artist in Residency (2019).

THREADS AND BEADS Thistle and Thread Design THISTLEANDTHREADDESIGN.COM

These DIY embroidery design kits allow you to express your own creativity or to finish a piece to hang on your wall. This is the perfect interactive gift for those who like to create with their hands.

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For those unfamiliar with macrame, this is a form of textile artwork (typically hanging) created from various knotting techniques. Wall hangings, plant hangings, and macrame accessories are just a few of the bestsellers!

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All proceeds support refugee women and women recovering from substance abuse disorder. Women are trained in jewelry making and other home-based skills so they can use art as a medium of empowerment. Over 300 underprivileged women have been trained and provided with resources for success.

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BOOKS AND STORIES Sarabande Books SARABANDEBOOKS.ORG

This nonprofit literary press champions poetry, fiction, and essays through lasting editions that honor exceptional writings. Over 200 titles are available in print.

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All proceeds are used to support the Louisville Story Program projects. Participating LSP authors comes from historically underrepresented communities and are paid for their work.

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HAND-ON EXPERIENCES HOBA House HOBAHOUSE.ORG

HOBA House is a communal art space in Louisville where artists can work, play, learn, and teach. Community outreach programs include residencies and class scholarships.

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Supporting the Little Loomhouse helps preserve three landmark cabins as well as educate local students about the history of weaving and textile arts in Louisville.

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The KMAC Shop “preserves the essence of handmade by offering a curated collection of wearables, decorative, and functional art pieces.” Proceeds from sales support museum education as well as the exhibition. Emerging local artists are regularly represented.

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Small scale pottery sculptures are handmade in red earthenware and white stoneware clay. Each piece features natural forms and is playfully created to appeal to touch as well as the eye.

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CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH SCIENCE! KENTUCKY SCIENCE CENTER ADDS VIRTUAL EVENTS AND MORE by Kentucky Science Center

In light of rising COVID-19 numbers, Kentucky Science Center is taking its annual Make Your Season extravaganza online and to-go! Starting December 5, families can join a monthly Virtual Family STEAM Club. Together with KSC Educators, participants will take a journey through science topics by engaging in hands-on experiments from your home. Topics include “Where would we be without engineers,” “What if we broke a chemical,” and “Organ exploration.” Experiment materials are easily found around the house, and a supply list will be sent out before the event. On December 6, Science Center staff, with the help of Frosty the Snowman, will lead families on a virtual tour of some favorite Kentucky Science Center exhibits. Then Frosty will activate your senses with winter-themed activities using everyday materials. This afternoon workshop is available for the whole family. Continue the science fun at home with MakerPlace to Go kits and The Doodlebot, a custom art robot. Stop by the KSC Gift Shop or order one for curbside pickup. Once you build the robot, just turn it on and it will create custom abstract works of art, right before your very eyes. Other MakerPlace to Go kits include Automata, Paper Circuit Postcards, and Embroidery Kits. “While this year’s celebration will feel a little different, we still want people to have something to look forward to on the calendar,” says Mike Norman, Kentucky Science Center CEO. “Our unique online experiences will get the whole family involved in the fun of ‘Doing Science.’” Kentucky Science Center remains open to the public. With limited capacity, mask requirements, and more than 50,000 square feet of space, families can Do Science safely inside the building. New activities will focus on aviation, including engineering challenges and a flight course where families can launch a paper airplane more than 30 feet in the air.

Top: Scientist Mira leads a virtual demonstration for Kentucky Science Center. Above: MakePlace to Go items, available for curbside pickup from Kentucky Science Center. Photos courtesy of Kentucky Science Center.

And, throughout the month, private Make-and-Take workshops will allow families to personalize their own holiday gifts this season. In following with established guidelines, Kentucky Science Center requires masks for all guests 6 years of age and older. Guests should stay with their travel group to help maintain proper social distancing, Advance tickets are recommended as capacity is limited. Memberships to Kentucky Science Center start at $97 for a family. General admission is $17 for adults and $13 for children, combo tickets including a movie cost $22 and $18. A full listing of all the Make Your Season events can be found here.

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