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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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The Charlotte Observer Offers More In-depth Arts Coverage............... 4 Become a Crowd Pleaser With Group Tickets...................................... 6 The Daughter of the Regiment.............................................................. 8 Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker by the Numbers.....................................12 Family Fun at the Symphony................................................................16 Embark on a New Adventure With National Geographic Live!...............18
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The Charlotte Observer Offers More In-depth Arts Coverage By Liz Rothaus Bertrand
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reat news, theater fans: The Charlotte Observer recently announced plans to increase arts coverage, thanks to a grant from the Thrive Campaign for the Arts. In September, the paper issued its biggest arts season preview section in the last 25 years. (You can find that online at charlotteobserver.com.) Expect more feature stories, photos and videos of local artists and performers this season, as well as expanded listings and reviews. Also, there will be more profiles of the folks behind the scenes and articles on how the arts impact our community every day. “We wanted to find ways to make our reporting bolder, more robust,” says the Observer’s features editor Helen Schwab, who will be overseeing an expanded and more diverse roster of journalists. They range from reporters who have covered the arts and culture beat for years – like Lawrence Toppman on theater, and Lia Newman and Grace Cote on visual arts – as well as new voices at the Observer, such as Emiene Wright and Vanessa Infanzon. Creating stories that engage multiple audiences is also a priority. “Interestingly, I think people tend to think of 'arts readers' as a block audience,” says Schwab. “But people who are passionate about visual arts are not necessarily passionate about classical music, and theater lovers don't all go to the ballet. Certainly there's overlap, but less than you might think. So we're writing for a lot of different readers. ... You hope to engage them. "We think strong, diverse storytelling about people can get the job done." Here’s how you can access this expanded arts content and engage with others online: • Sign up for the Observer’s weekly 4
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e-newsletter, “Inside Charlotte Arts” at charlotteobserver.com/newsletters. • Join the Inside Charlotte Arts Facebook Group to see what’s new, easily scroll through recent content, ask questions and connect with other readers at facebook.com/groups/ insidecharlottearts. • Bookmark the Observer’s new page dedicated to local arts stories at charlotteobserver.com/entertainment/ arts-culture. “We’re thankful to see the increased coverage of the arts in Charlotte and are grateful to the Thrive Fund to make it so,” says Tom Gabbard, president and CEO of Blumenthal Performing Arts. “The Charlotte Observer is enhancing awareness, insight and understanding of the rich variety of arts events and artists here in Charlotte.” Do you have ideas about events or artists the paper should be covering? The Observer wants to hear from you. Send questions or suggestions to arts@charlotteobserver.com. 704.372.1000 | BlumenthalArts.org
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Become a Crowd Pleaser With Group Tickets
here’s nothing like an evening at the theater, enjoying the best of Broadway or experiencing one of your favorite artists live in the Queen City. But what if you were able to lead a group of friends on a feline foray with CATS? Perhaps you and your fellow book club members would like a one-night-only jam session with the Rock of Ages band. Or maybe you want to invite clients along for a magic carpet ride with Disney’s Aladdin. When you purchase seats through Group Sales, you welcome guests to experience the world of theater with you. Group tickets are currently available for the 2018-2019 season, including concerts, comedy, dance, all of the aforementioned Broadway lights shows and many more. Seeing a performance with a group is not only fun, it’s economical. For many events in Blumenthal venues, groups of 10 or more* receive discounted tickets, priority seating and the opportunity to be recognized on the screens in the lobby on the evening of the performance. Group outings can be a great way to entertain clients, motivate staff, spend time with family, and simply enjoy an evening or afternoon of unsurpassed entertainment with friends. When you
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work with Group Sales to secure your tickets, you’re guaranteed an opportunity for the best seats before public on-sale, convenient ordering and personal service to help organize your outing. Visit BlumenthalArts.org/Groups to learn more and to sign up for the Group Sales email list.
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The Daughter of the Regiment Princess Mulan meets Princess Diaries
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f you love the fierceness of the title character in Disney’s Mulan or the transformation of Mia Thermopolis, played by Anne Hathaway, in The Princess Diaries, then Marie, the creation of Gaetano Donizetti, may be the operatic heroine for you. She’s orphaned and then raised by a battalion of doting soldiers. (Improbable, yes – but it makes for a sweet story.) Being the only woman in a French Army regiment, she grows up surrounded by paternal love. Lots of it. This regiment is 1,500 soldiers strong.
Marie masters marching, running and singing with the regiment. But when she finds love, society – in the form of an aristocratic aunt she never knew she had – tries to change her into something she’s not. Marie must choose between her aristocratic lineage or following her heart. But, Marie’s been raised well by an army of dads. She follows her heart – and she’s sure to win yours. March to the Belk Theater Nov. 10, 15 or 18 and root for your new favorite heroine.
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David Doubilet on assignment Antarctica. Photo by Jennifer Hayes
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NOTES ON THE PROGRAM CORAL KINGDOMS AND EMPIRES OF ICE Explore a hidden universe through the eyes of the photographic team of David Doubilet and his underwater partner Jennifer Hayes. David is one of the most prolific living photographers at National Geographic magazine and a legend for his groundbreaking work. Jennifer is an aquatic biologist and a globally published photojournalist. David has joked – we think he’s joking – that he’s spent more of his waking hours underwater than on dry land. The two will lead you on a visual journey from their most recent National Geographic assignments, from the tropics to the polar ice. Kimbe Bay, Papua New Guinea, is a corner of the coral triangle that also includes the Philippines and Indonesia, and it’s the center of the world in terms of marine biodiversity. Discover an unspoiled wilderness of water crowded with layers of
life: from fingernail-sized pygmy seahorses to 60-foot tall towers of barracudas. Then, journey south to the cold, icefilled waters of Antarctica, where the team moves through and under the ice to capture images of the hidden world of the leopard seal, penguins, shipwrecks and David’s newest work on the sculptural beauty of icebergs. Finally, follow the team north to Canada’s Gulf of St. Lawrence, an extraordinary world of whales, wolfish, salmon and the harp seal – a remarkable creature fighting to survive in a world of shrinking sea ice. Go beyond the published story with David and Jennifer as they share neverbefore-seen images from their assignments. Discover the reality of life behind the camera – from parasites to harp seal bites – as they share their adventures working to get the best shot.
David Doubilet and a large school of fish. Photo by Jennifer Hayes
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ABOUT THE SPEAKERS DAVID DOUBILET David Doubilet has a long and intimate vision into the sea. He began snorkeling at age 8 at summer camp in the Adirondack, and by age 12 he was making pictures underwater using a Brownie Hawkeye camera stuffed into a rubber anesthesiologist bag. The bag filled with air and it was like trying to submerge the Hindenburg. The pictures Photo by Kelly Stremmel were barely recognizable. Doubilet David has long since mastered the techniques of working with water and light to become one of the world’s most celebrated underwater photographers and a contributing photographer for National Geographic magazine, where he has published nearly 70 stories since his first assignment in 1971. David has spent five decades under the surface in the far corners of the world—from interior Africa, remote tropical coral reefs, rich temperate seas, and recent projects in the northern and southern ice. David’s personal challenge is to create a visual voice for the world’s oceans and to connect people to the incredible beauty and silent devastation happening within the invisible world below. David is a contributing editor for several publications and an author of 12 titles, including the award-winning Water Light Time. His photographic awards include numerous Picture of the Year, BBC Wildlife, Communication Arts and World Press awards. David is a member of the Academy of Achievement, Royal Photographic Society, International League of Conservation Photographers, International Diving Hall of Fame and a Trustee of the Shark Research Institute. David was named a National Geographic Contributing Photographerin-Residence in 2001. He is honored to be a Rolex Ambassador and recipient of the prestigious Explorers Club Lowell Thomas Award and Lennart Nilsson Award for Scientific Photography. David lives with his wife and photographic 704.372.1000 | BlumenthalArts.org
partner, Jennifer Hayes in Clayton, New York, a small river town in the Thousand Island region of the St. Lawrence River. JENNIFER HAYES Jennifer Hayes is an aquatic biologist and photojournalist specializing in natural history and marine environments. Jennifer Hayes and David Doubilet collaborate as a photographic team above and below water on project development, story production, feature Photo by Kelly Stremmel articles, and books. National Geographic Hayes assignments have taken them around the globe – to Africa’s Okavango Delta, through tropical and temperate seas, and to the poles. Recent projects have found them in the remote corners of the Great Barrier Reef, under oil and gas rigs in the Gulf of Mexico, swimming among congregations of 500-pound goliath grouper, and submerged in the ice with a harp seal mother and her pups. Jennifer is the editor and author of numerous articles on marine environments, with images appearing in countless books, advertising campaigns, and publications such as National Geographic, Sports Illustrated, Sport Diver, DIVE Magazine, Diver, People, Alert Diver and Ocean Geographic. She is co-author and photographer for "Face to Face With Sharks" by National Geographic Books and an honorary editor for Ocean Geographic magazine. Jennifer’s passion for the study and conservation of primitive fishes led to graduate degrees in zoology and marine biology. Her research has included shark exploitation and finning in the western North Atlantic and the life history and population dynamics of sturgeon species. Jen is a trustee for the Shark Research Institute and a Fellow National member of the Explorers Club. Jennifer and David co-own their studio and stock photography company, Undersea Images Inc., located on the St. Lawrence River in Clayton, New York. 9B
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PRODUCER'S CIRCLE (CONTINUED) Mr. Michael Garcia Darcy and Steven Garfinkel Glenn and Krissa Gaston John R. Georgius Robin Gershen Robert W. Graf Family Fund Kathy R. Hairston Neil and Sharyn Handelsman Fred Handsel and Ben Bellante Eric Hauser and Phillip Butts Leland Helms Jennifer Henry Kathy and Ben Hill Carol Hitselberger Arlene and Randy Hobart Jim and Frankie Honeycutt Michelle and Brian Howell Michael Hyzy Katina Cole Jakubowski Jerri Kallam
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THE DOCTOR FAMILY FOUNDATION The Arts & Science Council supports Blumenthal Performing Arts’ 2019 fiscal year budget with operating and programmatic grants.
Blumenthal Performing Arts receives support from the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Cultural Resources.
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WE INSPIRE BIG DREAMS
Abby Corrigan performing at the Blumenthal Performing Arts 25th anniversary celebration. Photo by Daniel Coston.
Abby Corrigan, named best actress in Blumenthal Performing Arts’ 2014 Blumey Awards, is a 2016 graduate of Musical Theatre and Drama at Northwest School of the Arts. She landed the role of Medium Allison on the National Tour of Fun Home just out of high school.
Blumenthal Performing Arts has been entertaining and inspiring our community since 1992.
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Every day, more than 32,000 people choose us for their healthcare. From the region’s most advanced heart program and cancer institute to a nationally ranked children’s hospital, we remain strong in our commitment – not just to delivering better care, but to delivering the best care. For all.
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Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker by the Numbers
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elebrate the sights and sounds of the holidays at Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker, presented by Bank of America. Complete with choreography by JeanPierre Bonnefoux and music from the Charlotte Symphony, Nutcracker premiered in 2016 with all new sets by Alain Vaes and costume designs by Holly Hynes. These changes made Nutcracker larger than life and more exciting than ever before! Whether it’s a treasured family tradition or you’re experiencing it for the first time, here are some fascinating facts about the many costumes in Nutcracker: 1. There were 208 new costumes made for Nutcracker in 2016. Not to mention the hand-painted scenery and sets for the performance. 2. Our million-dollar makeover had 746 costumes pieces created coast to coast. The Snow Queen had her tutu designed in Newport Beach, California, while her crown, wand and other accessories were created in Sayville, New York. Photo by Jeff Cravotta
3. Over 300 costume makers helped construct the costumes. Thirty of these costume makers were from right here in Charlotte. Charlotte Ballet’s costume shop handmade the dolls’ dresses used in the Party Scene. 4. The Mouse King’s head took 120 hours to construct. Because it is such an intricate piece, makers had to assure it was just right for the performance. Fun fact: Holly used pop sensation Prince as her inspiration for the Mouse King costume! 5. The Soldiers’ uniforms included over 750 hand-sewn buttons. Details are important, even from the stage. Costume makers had to assure that each detail was perfect, including every single button. It’s never too early to start planning your family’s treasured holiday memories. Avoid the holiday drama – tickets are available now and start at only $25!
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ALL SEVEN HARRY POTTER BOOKS IN SEVENTY HILARIOUS MINUTES!
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otted Potter – The Unauthorized Harry Experience, A Parody by Dan and Jeff returns with more wand-erful wizardry. This fantastically funny show features your favorite characters, endless costumes, brilliant songs, ridiculous props and a generous heaping of Hogwarts magic. Here’s the elusive elixir that makes the show a hit, selling out houses across the U.K., Australia, Singapore and North America.
POTTED POTTER’S MAGIC POTION 2 two-time Olivier Award nominees (writers/creators Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner) 2 magical comedic actors A heaping Howler of favorite (and family-friendly) jokes 1 real-life game of Quidditch
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1980s Hollywood. Dust off those records and fill in the lyrics below for your chance to attend opening night. Simply snap a photo of your answers and email it to marketing2@ncbpac.org using the subject line “Rock of Ages Lyrics.” You’ll be entered to win a pair of tickets to opening night of Rock of Ages on Thursday, Dec. 27. You may also enter to win via mail. Remove this page with the lyrics completed, add your contact information and mail it to:
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anna rock? Rock of Ages is back and celebrating its 10th anniversary tour. Featuring the music of hit bands like Styx, Poison, Twisted Sister and Whitesnake among others, this show captures the essence of
Rock of Ages Enter to Win c/o Blumenthal Arts Marketing 345 N. College St. Charlotte, NC 28202 Deadline for entries to be received is Nov. 23, 2018.
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Well you’re a real tough HANGING ON THE _____ IN WITH A LONG HISTORY/OF SONGS OF YESTERDAY/AN’ I’VE BREAKING LITTLE HEARTS LIKE THE MADE UP MY MIND, I AIN’T WASTING ONE IN ME. NO MORE TIME. –“HIT ME WITH YOUR BEST SHOT”
–“HERE I GO AGAIN”
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SO YOU THINK MY SINGIN’S OUT OF /IT MAKES ME MONEY.
–“CUM ON FEEL THE NOIZE”
HEAR THE _____ SAY LOVE’S A GAME OF EASY COME, EASY GO.
–“EVERY ROSE HAS ITS THORN”
ALL YOUR _____ I GUESS THERE IS NO ONE TO 3TRUESURRENDER 6 TO ME TONIGHT/THEY’LL COME BLAME/ WE’RE LEAVING _____/ IN THE END. WILL THINGS EVER BE THE SAME. – “SHADOWS OF THE NIGHT”
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–“THE FINAL COUNTDOWN” DEC. 27-31 BELK THEATER
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hare a meaningful musical connection with your family this fall. The Charlotte Symphony not only presents an annual Family series with concerts specially programmed for families and young children, but offers several memorable film-in-concert experiences in the 2018-19 season. Halloween SPOOKtacular Oct. 27 • Knight Theater Pirates, sharks, storm Charlotte Symphony performs Home Alone live in concert in November. troopers, and space aliens! Resident Conductor OTHER FAMILY PROGRAMS Christopher James Lees leads a highenergy, frightfully fun SPOOKtacular, complete with selections from Pirates of the Magic of Christmas Dec. 14-23 (11 a.m. and 3 p.m. matinees Caribbean, Star Wars and – yes, perhaps available) • Knight Theater the two creepiest notes of film history – From snow falling in the theater to Jaws, in this Halloween-themed concert the sing-alongs and Santa, families have been last weekend in October. making the Charlotte Symphony the soundtrack of their holiday tradition for Home Alone: Movie In Concert over 20 years. Nov. 23-24 • Belk Theater Bumbling burglars are out to get E.T.: Movie In Concert young Kevin McAllister as he eventually Dec. 28-29 • Ovens Auditorium realizes how much he misses his family Follow the unforgettable adventure of a in this holiday favorite. Hilarious and little lost alien who befriends a 10-year-old heartwarming, Home Alone is a story boy, Elliott. Steven Spielberg's beloved of togetherness despite imperfections. classic captivated audiences around the Your whole family will delight in John world, and now you and your family can Williams' beloved score performed live, experience it in-theater on a huge highwhile the full-length film is projected definition screen, complete with John on a big screen above the orchestra. Williams' Academy Award-winning score Visiting conductor David Glover leads the performed live. performance.
Family Fun at the Symphony For more information and tickets, visit charlottesymphony.org.
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NOV. 25 BELK THEATER
NOV. 28 KNIGHT THEATER
DEC. 12 McGLOHON THEATER
DEC. 13 McGLOHON THEATER
DEC. 16 McGLOHON THEATER
DEC. 26-29 KNIGHT THEATER
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Embark on a New Adventure with National Geographic Live!
lumenthal Performing Arts and Discovery Place Science are launching an expedition into recondite realms of the natural world with National Geographic Live, a threeevent series sponsored by CompuCom. These unique speaker events invite Charlotte-area explorers to take a handson approach to learning alongside other inquisitive minds. Each event in the series begins at Discovery Place Science at 6 p.m., where participants are invited to partake in cocktails, conversation with fellow guests, and special activities and demonstrations based around the evening’s topic. Discovery Place Science will have various tools and tasks for guests, from touch tanks to telescopes. Guests will then move across the street into McGlohon Theater for a presentation from renowned speakers, selected by National Geographic Live! for their accomplishments in science, photography and exploration. Kicking off the series this month is Coral Kingdoms and Empires of Ice,
a deep-dive into underwater worlds presented by photographers David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes, on Oct. 23. UP NEXT • Jan. 29: The second session launches audiences into interstellar exploration with View From Above, presented by NASA astronaut and National Geographic author Terry Virts. • March 26: Photographer and worldtraveler Steve Winter leads the final presentation, Big Cats, bringing National Geographic Live! to a roaring conclusion. National Geographic Live! is currently presented in more than 50 cities across North America with a quickly-expanding repertoire of award-winning speakers and programs. Join more than 300 National Geographic Live! series subscribers in experiencing these three exquisite and thought-provoking events. Single tickets are now available for all National Geographic Live! events.
Big Cats Photo by Steve Winter
View From Above Photo by Terry Virts
National Geographic Live!
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