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BLOOMSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

Celebrity Artist Series Presents

2015-2016 Season

Blues Guitarist, Vocalist, Songwriter

Ana Popovic The hottest female blues guitarist touring today, Ana Popovic performs her own fiery brand of blues, R&B, funk and rock-n-roll. Fresh off her renowned worldwide tour “Can You Stand the Heat” Popovic, nicknamed the Serbian Scorcher, with her growl of a voice and seriously kicking band Mo’ Betta Love, shreds on her Strat with each performance.

Modern, European, multi-talented and the only woman to participate in the acclaimed all-star Jimi Hendrix Tour, she is proof that you don’t need to be southern or male to create authentic blues. “Blueswoman Ana Popovic is a badass. In the maledominated world of blues, the Serbian born and raised Popovic continues to prove her mettle and might with killer guitar chops and well-crafted songwriting.”

— Fender.com

Bach’s Suites for Unaccompanied Cello

Matt Haimovitz

Grammy-winning Matt Haimovitz will properly christen the newly renovated Kenneth S. Gross Auditorium when he visits Bloomsburg University to perform one of the most profoundly expressive and carefully composed classical pieces ever written, the Six Suites for Solo Cello by Johan Sebastian Bach.

Following his debut in 1984 at age 13 as soloist with Zubin Mehta and the Israel Philharmonic, Haimovitz made his first recording at 17 with James Levine and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra for Deutsche Grammophon. He has performed with the world’s most esteemed symphony orchestras and conductors including the Berlin Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra with Leonard Slatkin.

The solo cello recital is a Haimovitz trademark, both inside and outside the concert hall; he recorded the suites in 2000 under his own label Oxingale Records.

Dating from as far back as 1720, the six suites are incredibly challenging pieces that rank among the masterpieces of the literature of music.

This exquisite performance in K.S. Gross Auditorium will be preceded by a “Movable Feast” as Mr. Haimovitz performs at several locations in downtown Bloomsburg Saturday, October 10. Watch your newspapers or check with the Performing Arts Box Office for details.

Bach’s Suites for Unaccompanied Cello Matt Haimovitz, Cellist Sunday, Oct. 11 3 p.m.

Carver Hall K.S. Gross Auditorium matthaimovitz.com

Ana Popovic With Mo’ Betta Love Saturday, Sept. 12 8 p.m.

Haas Center for the Arts Mitrani Hall

Johann Sebastian Bach’s Suites for solo cello represent so extraordinary a compositional tour de force on so many levels that, were it not for the undeniable fact that they exist, one might think it impossible that pieces of such supernal artistic quality could have been composted at all in this genre.

— Benjamin Folkman

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‘THE BEST SHOW IN TOWN!’ SHOUTS NPR. Hailed by Time Magazine as “Musical Theatre Gold!”

Bullets Over Broadway is the hilarious musical comedy about the making of a Broadway show.

Written by Woody Allen, with original direction and choreography

by Susan Stroman and based upon the screenplay of the acclaimed film by Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath, Bullets over Broadway is the story of a young playwright who, in desperate need of financial backing for his next show, accepts an offer he can’t refuse from a mobster looking to please his showgirl girlfriend.

Don’t miss what the New Yorker exclaims as, “a Fun Machine from Start to Finish!” Loaded with big laughs, colorful characters, and the songs that made the 20s roar, Bullets Over Broadway is bringing musical comedy back with a bang. Don't miss it!

Woody Allen’s Bullets Over Broadway Sunday, Oct. 25, 7:30 p.m.

Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall

“A whiz-bang, retro, good time Broadway musical!”

– Chicago Tribune

“Who Knew Broadway Could Still Be This Much Fun” – Time Out NY

“An Uproarious, Giddy Feast.

Boy Does it Hit the Spot!”

– NY Post

“The Most Effervescent New Musical in Years!”

– Entertainment Weekly

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“Explosive and thrilling!

Ragtime is nothing short of a masterpiece.”

— Bloomberg News

AT THE DAWN OF A NEW CENTURY, everything is changing…and anything is possible. RAGTIME returns to the road in all-new national touring production directed and choreographed by Marcia Milgrom Dodge and produced by the team that most recently brought you Spamalot and The Color Purple. At the turn of the 20th century, ragtime was the new music that provided the soundtrack for an America in transition. The stories of an upper-class wife, a determined Jewish immigrant and a daring young Harlem musician unfold — set in turn-of-the-century New York — all three united by their desire and belief in a brighter tomorrow. Their compelling stories are set to theatre’s richest and most glorious Tony Award®-winning score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens.

Winning Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Musical Score, this 13 time Tony Award nominated musical is a timeless celebration of life — what it could and should be!

Broadway revival of Ragtime Friday, Nov. 6, 8 p.m.

Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall www.ragtimeontour.com

Programmer’s notes: For over 30 years, the best in professional touring entertainment has graced the Mitrani Stage as part of Bloomsburg University’s Celebrity Artist Series. From solo celebrity acts to 100-piece international orchestras and nearly everything in between, Celebrity Artist Series fills the calendar with entertaining and culturally enriching programs…30 years-worth. Each year, the series’ staff strives to improve on the previous season, but with each great show that job becomes ever more daunting. How do we follow up last year’s hit FORTE or the Broadway premiere of The Illusionists? The task certainly wasn’t easy, but we believe we’ve been able to put together a series that you will be excited to be part of! From the folks that brought us FORTE we have the 2014 AGT finalists Sons of Serendip — destined to be another outstanding hit! Two national Broadway tours with music and spectacle, and Bloomsburg’s blues fever has come to Haas Center in the persona of the leading lady of blues guitar Ana Popovic. And that’s just the first few weeks! Take a look at these pages – I think you’ll be swept away with the variety of offerings - and be sure to turn in your order form right away to ensure yourself the best seats in the house.

Better yet, why not become a Celebrity Circle member and join a group of friends who understand how vital the arts are at Bloomsburg University and our surrounding community. You can find an impressive

list of membership benefits on these brochure pages. A lot has changed in Bloomsburg over the past 30 years, but one thing has remained the same — great entertainment at great prices. So grab a couple of friends and make a night of it. With our modest ticket prices you still have room in the budget for a nice dinner at one of Bloomsburg’s fine restaurants or pubs. I look forward to seeing you at this season’s Celebrity Artist Series events — where awesome calls home!

— Randall Presswood, Executive Director Performing Arts & Programming

Celebrity Circle Membership Benefits

For just $85 per couple you get… … First notice of shows … Early ordering privileges … Best choice of seating … Preferred parking … Pre-show receptions PLUS MORE!

Contact Information Ticket sales & general information: 570-389-4409 Group sales & special arrangements: 570-389-2795 Order online: www.cas.buzz Performing Arts Box Office Haas Center for the Arts, Rm. 101 400 E. Second St. Bloomsburg, PA, 17815

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From the same folks who brought us last year’s sensational hit FORTE comes Sons of Serendip. Four very educated guys with a lot of musical talent among them came together to try out for Season 9 of America’s Got Talent, NBC’s top-rated summer series, and wound up in the finals vying for the win.

That’s serendipity and hence their name.

Life after AGT, much like for Season 8 finalists FORTE, means vocalist Micah Christian, cellist Kendall Ramseur, harpist Mason Morton and pianist Cordaro Rodriguez can keep on performing beautiful music. And they are celebrating the January 2015 debut Finalists from America’s Got Talent of their self-titled album, a carefully curated selection Sons of Serendip of popular covers performed in a wistful, classical Saturday, Nov. 21, 8 p.m. style. Their holiday album O Holy Night will be out this Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall fall; selections from both releases will be part of this seasonal performance.

www.sonsofserendip.com

FYI… All seating is reserved for all Celebrity Artist Series events.

Every audience member, regardless of age, must have a ticket. In consideration of other patrons, we discourage babes in arms at performances.

Parking is provided in the Swisher Circle lot located behind Andruss Library. Shuttle service is provided

from this lot beginning one hour before curtain with return service immediately following the show. Please discuss your special seating/parking needs with the box office when ordering tickets.

All programs, dates and times are subject to change.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. All events go on as scheduled.

There are no refunds, exchanges, or exceptions to this policy.

Parsons Dance Compa

with music from East Village Opera Compan This internationally renowned dance company, founded in 1985 by David Parsons, has toured 350 cities, 30 countries and five continents. Collaborating with some of the industries best choreographers and musicians, Parsons’ presentation of classical music’s greatest hits brings dancers and singers together when two companies, Parsons Dance and East Village Opera Company join forces to perform unique combinations of up-lifting, family-friendly contemporary dance with hard-hitting arrangements, including selections from their rock-dance opera Remember Me. Appearing as part of the 2007-2008 Celebrity Artist Series, EVOC presents covers of operatic classics performed with a distinctively rock-n-roll sound. ”With modern recording technology and a wide variety of musical styles at our disposal, our goal has been to approach these songs the way we feel the composers would were they alive today,” says co- founder and lead vocalist Tyley Ross. The evening will feature other Parsons pieces, including his masterpiece Caught, which features more than 100 leaps in six minutes by a solo dancer. With the aid of theatrical lighting, the dancer is repeatedly trapped in mid-motion creating the illusion of flight.

New York City’s David Parsons Dance Company With music by East Village Opera Company Saturday, Dec. 5, 8 p.m.

Haas Center for the Arts, Mitrani Hall www.parsonsdance.org

Tickets to ALL Celebrity Artist Series events desc SUPPORTING ORGANIZATIONS AND PARTNERS

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More great shows coming to Bloomsburg in 2016…

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Friday, February 5, 2016 The Polish Baltic National Philharmonic Mitrani Hall 8 p.m.

THEATRE & DANCE

Saturday, February 20, 2016 The Clothesline Muse featuring Nneena Freelon K.S. Gross Auditorium 7:30 p.m.

Bloomsburg University Players: The Threepenny Opera Libretto by Bertolt Brecht. Music by Kurt Weill. Nov. 5-8, Alvina Krause Theatre. Tickets required. Available at the Haas Center Box Office.

MUSIC

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Friday, March 18, 2016 The Moscow Festival Ballet Don Quixote Mitrani Hall 8 p.m.

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Other events of interest at Bloomsburg in 2015 …

Guest-Pianist: Sept. 28, Gross Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Dr. Charisse Baldoria, BU Music Faculty: Sept. 29, Gross Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Fall Choral Festival: Oct. 10, Mitrani Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 23, 2016 Koresh Dance Company with guest performers from local and regional dance studios Mitrani Hall 8 p.m.

University-Community Orchestra: Nov. 8, 2015 Mitrani Hall, 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 27, 2016 Boom-Tic-Boom featuring jazz drummer, Allison Miller K.S. Gross Auditorium 7:30 p.m.

Jazz Ensemble: Dec. 6, Gross Auditorium, 2:30 p.m.

The 2016 Spring Season Brochure with lots of new information and up-to-the-minute details will be mailed to Celebrity Artist Series patrons within the first two weeks of January 2016.

Susquahanna River Artists: Sept.10 to 25, Haas Center Reception Gallery Space.

Margi Weir: Sept. 11 to Oct. 8.

Reception Thursday, Oct. 8, 11 a.m, Haas Center Gallery.

Neal Cox: Oct. 15 to Nov. 12.

Reception, Thursday, Nov. 12, 11 a.m., Haas Center Gallery.

Senior Exit Show: Nov. 19 to Dec. 12.

Reception, Thursday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m., Haas Center Gallery

Wind Ensemble: Nov. 18, Gross Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Percussion Ensemble: Nov. 19, Mitrani Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Guitar Ensemble: Dec. 2, Gross Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.

Carols by Candlelight: Concert Choir / Husky’s / Women’s Choral.

Tickets required. Available at the Haas Center Box Office.

December 3 & 5, First Presbyterian Church, Bloomsburg, 7:30 p.m.

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CELEBRITY ARTIST SERIES 2015-2016 ORDER FORM I would like to become a Celebrity Circle Member for the 2015-2016 Season: _____x $85 Per Two People

Name : _______________________________________________________________________ BU Student Name (If Applicable): ______________________________________________________

Show

Date

Ticket Price Child* & BU Student* Total Tickets Total Price

Ana Popovic

9/12/15

_____x $32

______x $16

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$_______

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

Bach Cello Suites

10/11/15

_____x $25

______x $12

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$_______

Street: _______________________________________________________________________

Bullets Over Broadway

10/25/15

_____x $40

______x $20

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$_______

Ragtime

11/06/15

_____x $40

______x $20

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$_______

Sons of Serendip

11/21/15

_____x $35

______x $17

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$_______

Daytime Phone: _______________________ E-mail: ____________________________________

Parsons Dance

12/05/15

_____x $30

______x $15

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$_______

Polish Baltic Philharmonic 02/05/16

_____x $32

______x $16

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$_______

Payment Method: Visa MasterCard Discover or Check (Payable to CGA –Husky Fund)

Clothesline Muse

02/20/16

_____x $25

______x $12

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$_______

Moscow Festival Ballet **

03/18/16

_____x $35

______x 17

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$_______

Koresh Dance

04/23/16

_____x $30

______x 15

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$_______

Alison Miller: Boom Tic Boom 04/27/16

_____x $20

______x 10

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$_______

*Children age 12 and under; BU students must show BU ID. **Support the Arts Pricing Package Available for Ages 13-18.

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