CCC Cultural Arts Series 2015-2016 Season Brochure by Clovis Community College

Clovis Community College and THE CITIZENS BANK OF CLOVIS present:

Cultural Arts Series

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Dear Friends, As our 15th season opens, I anticipate one of the most inspiring and delightful series of performances we have ever had. This year we have everyone from television stars, to Branson, Missouri favorites, to some of the past performers you have enjoyed and requested back. All of this is made possible through your subscriptions, tickets sales, grants, and, of course, our sponsors, especially our main presenting partner, The Citizens Bank of Clovis, leading the way. Through this community support, we are able to make the arts affordable and available to all. In our mission statement, this is as important to us as the events. It is our belief that a healthy town or city has a vigorous and active arts association. Documented by major studies, it has been proven that the arts can build community identity and pride which leads to diversity, tolerance, and brings everyone together in a true communal spirit. I am proud to be connected and have always seen Clovis Community College as the vehicle for this leadership. So with these words, I leave you with these thoughts, and ask you to take pride in your Series, and continue to support the arts in all their forms. Remember, the arts are here for you. Enjoy your new season presented by Clovis Community College, your arts leader!

Christy Mendoza Cultural Arts Series Director

Dear Friends of the Arts, On behalf of the Board of Directors and employees of The Citizens Bank of Clovis, we are thrilled to once again “bring the world” to eastern New Mexico and serve as the presenting sponsor of the 2015-2016 Cultural Arts Series. As one of the largest, family owned community banks in east-central New Mexico, we are proud of our deep and lasting roots in the area and have dedicated resources to help build a strong community and enhance the quality of life for area residents. Our commitment and involvement in the community has been an important part of the way we do business. We congratulate Clovis Community College, the CAS Board of Directors, staff and the many volunteers who bring the Series to life, and we urge you to join us in supporting the Cultural Arts Series program – a wonderful community asset. Best Regards,

Kent Carruthers President

J. T. Skarda

Chairman of the Board

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MarchFourth! Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

M.J. Wilde & Wicked Wilde Clovis Civic Center | $25/20

State Street Ballet presents "CARMEN" Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

Barrage 8 Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

The Willis Clan Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

Jesse Cook Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

Joseph Hall’s Elvis Rock ‘n’ Remember Tribute Marshall Auditorium | $20/15

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Family Friendly Pass : 5 tickets for $45 This project is made possible in part by a grant from New Mexico Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and Xcel Energy.

JOSEPH HALL’S ROCK ‘N’ REMEMBER SEPTEMBER 26

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Marshall Auditorium | 7PM Joseph Hall's Elvis Rock ‘n’ Remember show achieves a powerful flashback experience to the moment when fans fell in love with the talented, handsome, carefree, energetic, and high spirited young man that is Elvis Presley. Paying tribute to the legacy of Elvis Presley since 2006, Joseph Hall starred on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” in 2008 and was a top 10 finalist. He has officially been recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises as one of the top Elvis tribute artists in the world today. This tribute show is masterfully produced with a mixture of Elvis hits from rock ‘n’ roll to country to gospel, stage props, multiple costume changes, and a live rockin’ band. The finale features a one-of-a-kind, heartfelt tribute to our veterans. He's even got the teddy bears and scarves to woo the ladies. A must see for all ages! www.josephhallelvis.com

OCTOBER 15

Marshall Auditorium | 7PM

“One of America’s most inventive string bands.” – The Boston Herald For fifteen years, Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem have been brewing their own blend of American roots music. Their shows sparkle with songs and stories that celebrate, explore, and revive the human spirit. This charismatic quartet’s energy and warmth pull audiences in, enthrall them, and return them home with opened hearts. Musically, Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem are a melting pot of American folk melody and style. Gleefully drawing from a variety of traditions, they hang a Georgia Sea Islands song on a New Orleans groove. They sneak an Afro-Cuban groove under an Irish fiddle tune. Leonard Cohen gets clawhammer banjo; Springsteen gets bluegrass harmonies; and their own eclectic originals — about spirituality, cancer, red-haired boys, love, midlife and more — fit in seamlessly with the classics. Join us for an incredible evening of first-rate entertainment as you rewire your musical spirit with infectious humor and virtuoso playing. www.raniarbo.com This project is made possible in part by a grant from WESTAF, the Western Arts Federation, with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem

THE WILLIS CLAN

NOVEMBER 18

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Marshall Auditorium | 7PM The Willis Clan is a multitalented family of 14 that includes amazing musicians, dancers, athletes, writers, and artists. Living near Nashville, Tennessee, they merge their Irish roots with other music and dance genres to create a unique blend of the old and new. Gaining attention as semifinalists on the 2014 season of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” the Willis Clan is currently in the limelight on a TLC television series that features a behind-the-scenes look at their adventures as a family and touring band. The Willis Clan actually started off as a dance group and holds an impressive bevy of awards and titles across multiple dance styles, including the National Swing Dance Championships and the Irish Dance World Championships. They have made more than 50 appearances at the Grand Ole Opry and are winners of the All-Ireland World Championships of Irish Music. In 2013, they were named the TODAY show’s “Real Life Sound of Music Family.” www.thewillisclan.com

M.J. Wilde & Wicked Wilde JANUARY 23

Clovis Civic Center | 7PM

M.J. Wilde has been a performer all her life, but it is jazz that is her love and has always been her passion. She was introduced to all the great jazz performers by her musical parents. At the age of six, M.J. began to teach herself how to sing and scat by imitating singers and musicians. She then took up playing jazz flute at the age of ten. Recently featured on "The Ellen Show," M.J. has been a journalist, a nationally recognized humor columnist, a writer, a songwriter, and a highly respected voice talent for radio, television commercials, and audio books. An actor once recommended to the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, she has always found a way to perform at night no matter what her day job. M.J. is a respected jazz singer and performer throughout New Mexico and has now formed her own trio, Wicked Wilde, with guitarist Ben Martinez and bassist Dave Friedlander. wildviewyonder.weebly.com

Jesse Cook FEBRUARY 11

Marshall Auditorium | 7PM

After two decades of crisscrossing the world in restless pursuit of inspiration, innovation, and collaboration, global-guitar virtuoso Cultural Arts Series favorite Jesse Cook returns to Clovis. The Paris-born, Toronto-raised Cook is widely considered one of the most influential figures in "nuevo flamenco" music and incorporates elements of flamenco rumba, jazz, and many forms of world music into his work. Selling over 1.5 million records worldwide, Cook is a Juno Award winner, Acoustic Guitar Player's Choice Award silver winner in the Flamenco Category, and a three-time winner of the Canadian Smooth Jazz award for Guitarist of the Year. In addition to headlining concerts and festivals, he has opened for such legends as B.B. King, Ray Charles, and Diana Krall. He has also performed with Welsh soprano Charlotte Church on “The Tonight Show” and toured with legendary Irish band, The Chieftains. His music has been featured on several episodes of “Sex and The City,” “The Chris Isaak Show,” and several Olympic Games. At the 2006 Winter Olympics, Irina Slutskaya of Russia won a bronze medal skating to Cook's composition "Mario Takes a Walk." www.jessecook.com

FEBRUARY 27

Marshall Auditorium | 7PM

MarchFourth!, a mobile big band spectacular, is propelled by electric bass, a diverse percussion ensemble, and a brassy horn section. Visually enhanced by costumed dancing beauties, acrobatic stilt walkers, unicycles, fire arts, life-size marionettes, fine arts, and the band unleashes a kaleidoscope experience that takes audiences on a musical journey around the globe. MarchFourth! writes and performs its own material and also draws inspiration from an eclectic range of worldwide influences, such as Eastern European gypsy brass, samba, Latin, funk, afro-beat, big-band, jazz, and rock music as well as television, film, circus, and vaudeville. They have played hundreds of shows in all kinds of venues and high-profile concert venues, including NBA halftime shows and FIFA World Cup fanfest. With exceptional musical quality and energy and the spectacle of the dancers, MarchFourth! "rocks" with the best of them, entertaining audiences with an over-the-top explosion of performance, color, and charisma. www.marchfourthband.com

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State Street Ballet presents

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Marshall Auditorium | 7PM State Street Ballet is a vibrant, innovative professional dance company based in Santa Barbara, California. Founded in 1994 by former American Ballet Theatre dancer Rodney Gustafson, the company combines the discipline and timeless elegance of classical ballet technique with cutting-edge choreography. By melding familiar storylines with exciting dance movement and multimedia visuals, State Street Ballet gives each tale a modern, passionate, and unique twist. Inspired by Georges Bizet’s blazingly popular score, State Street Ballet’s Carmen retells the tale of the magnetically beautiful gypsy and her desperate lover in a contemporary ballet style that weaves together both classical and modern influences. Intricate storytelling, enigmatic choreography, and Bizet’s passionate, immortal music make this Carmen a true tour-de-force of theatrical drama. www.statestreetballet.com

APRIL 5

Marshall Auditorium | 7PM

Barrage is back to Clovis...with a twist! Barrage 8 is the latest project from the original creators of the hit show Barrage. Utilizing the same energy, confidence, and innovative stage performance that Barrage was known for, Barrage 8 features all the instruments in the modern string family. The "8" in the name represents a re-imagining of the string octet: 4 violins, 2 violas, cello, and double bass. This new instrumentation drives a rich and powerful sound that further explores the musical diversity in their compositions and arrangements. Barrage 8 presents what the Barrage name has come to represent worldwide - a memorable presentation of music, from many genres and cascading generations, delivered in a way not seen or heard before. The young, hip cast delivers the show with amazing energy and musical virtuosity that will take your breath away. With phenomenal LED wall and green screen technology incorporated throughout the show, it will be as dazzling visually as it will be musically! www.barrage8.com

Cultural Arts Advisory Board of Directors

The Series wishes to thank the Cultural Arts Advisory Board members for their amazing commitment and continued dedication to the performing arts in our community. Richard F. Rowley, Jr., Chair Kathy Elliott, Vice Chair John Ashcraft Gayla Brumfield Shirley de Maio Mimi Garza

Christi Hartley Ernie Kos Laura Leal Mary Ann Lingnau Gail Martin Dr. Becky Rowley

Judy Rowley Mark Schmidt Dr. Richard Stamm Ed Tatum Phillip Ulibarri Mindy Watson

Volunteers Volunteers are an important part of the success of the Cultural Arts Series. We welcome professional, dedicated individuals interested in assisting with ushering duties and the load in/out for specific shows. To volunteer, please call 575.769.4950. CAS Friends Please help to spread the word about upcoming performances! Call 575.769.4115, and we will include your business on our delivery list for posters and Series brochures. Educational Outreach The Series remains steadfast in its commitment to arts education as evidenced by the thousands of school children who have attended many special performances and workshops throughout the years. The Series is proud to partner with Clovis Municipal Schools to introduce young minds to the wonder of the performing arts, many of them for the first time. We are also proud to partner with ENMRSH, Inc., local senior centers, and Cannon Air Force Base.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT OF LIVE PERFORMANCE BY BECOMING A SERIES TICKET HOLDER OR SPONSOR TODAY! As you select your tickets to the 2015-2016 Series, we invite you to join as a Series ticket holder or sponsor and subscribe to receive special advantages that will enhance your Series experience throughout the year. SERIES TICKET HOLDERS Why join the Cultural Arts Series as a Series ticket holder? A lot of great perks, that’s why! Our Series ticket holders are a dynamic and exciting group of individuals and families who support the performing arts in our community. As a Series ticket holder, you will receive… • Priority seating at each performance • Advance notice on all performances • Additional tickets at a 25% discount off the general admission price • Exclusive invitations to receptions to meet the artists Take advantage of our three-tiered Series ticket system that allows you to pick and choose how you become part of our core group of supporters at very affordable prices. Join TODAY and start experiencing the world of performing arts! BRONZE Level: $115 Any 5 performances: a 10% discount

SILVER Level: $165 Season pass to all performances: a 15% discount

GOLD Level: $210 Season pass to all performances and bonus tickets to performances at Marshall Auditorium: a 25% discount

SPONSORSHIPS Recognizing that a vibrant cultural program has a positive effect on the economic life of our community, business owners and individuals are invited to align themselves with our successful program that welcomes more than 5,000 guests each year. Sponsorships are available at many levels and offer valuable exposure and contact with Series patrons while making a viable contribution to the arts. Sponsorships allow the Series to keep ticket prices affordable and offer important educational outreach opportunities to area youth. Benefits may include season tickets, bonus tickets to select performances, listing and color display ads in all programs, listing and website link on the CAS webpage, the right to use the CAS logo in internal or external company promotions, invitations to receptions, and the satisfaction of knowing that the contribution brings harmony and color to our community, making eastern New Mexico a better place to live and work. To learn more about becoming a sponsor, call Natalie Daggett at 575.769.4115.

SPONSOR LEVELS

Grand Circle/Corporate Presenting Sponsor $20,000+ (20 season tickets) Producer’s Circle $10,000 - $19,999 (10 season tickets) Director’s Circle $5,000 - $9,999 (8 season tickets) Patron’s Circle $2,500 - $4,999 (6 season tickets) Star Circle $1,100 - $2,499 (4 season tickets) Stage Circle $550 - $1,099 (2 season tickets) Circle of Friends - Up to $549

Clovis Community College is a 501(C)(3) non-profit and all donations are tax deductible as allowable by law.

TICKET AND BOX OFFICE INFORMATION Ordering Tickets is Easy Tickets can be purchased through the CCC Cashiers' Windows in person, by mail, or by phone. Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover are accepted. By Mail: CCC Cultural Arts Series 417 Schepps Blvd., Clovis, NM 88101 By Phone: 575.769.4031 By Fax: 575.769.4190 In Person: CCC Cashiers’ Windows across from the Bookstore The Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce (individual tickets only) For mail and fax orders, use order form or download and print from www.clovis.edu/culturalarts Tickets General Admission Seniors/Military/Students • Adults 65 and older may take advantage of the senior citizen ticket price

• Military members, families, and veterans may take advantage of the military price with proof of an ID • Students (currently enrolled in any school) must show an ID when purchasing tickets

Group Discounts A $2 per ticket discount applies to groups of 10 or more. All tickets must be purchased in advance prior to the day of the performance and at the same time to qualify for discounts. To arrange group tickets, call 575.769.4115. CCC Students, Faculty, and Staff Save 50% CCC, we’re your number one fan! We recognize and appreciate you and are offering a limited number of reduced price tickets to each of our performances at 50% off the general admission price. It’s just another benefit of being part of this great College. Current CCC students, faculty, and staff with an ID may purchase up to two discounted tickets per event only at the CCC Cashiers’ Windows. P

FFP (Family Friendly Pass) Five Tickets for $45…That’s $9 a ticket! All ages are encouraged to attend family programming marked with this icon. Grab family and friends and purchase this special pass of five tickets offered for these shows only. FF

Children under the age of two are admitted free to all family friendly pass performances when accompanied by a paying adult (one child per paying adult). The child will need to sit on an adult’s lap unless there is space available. All other youth are required to purchase tickets at the student price and must be accompanied by a paying adult.

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Artist Joseph Hall’s Elvis Tribute Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem The Willis Clan M.J. Wilde & Wicked Wilde Jesse Cook MarchFourth! State Street Ballet Barrage 8

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Each year we thank our Series ticket holders in a performance program. May we include your name(s)? ____Yes ____No

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___Producer’s Circle ($10,000 - $19,999) ___Patron’s Circle ($2,500 - $4,999) ___Stage Circle ($550 - $1,099

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POLICIES Children The Cultural Arts Series is committed to providing quality experiences for audience members of all ages, and children old enough to enjoy performances are welcome, although some performances may not be suitable for very young children. Children ages 2 and older must have a ticket even if they are sitting in an adult’s lap. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. We ask that children sit quietly throughout the entire performance out of respect for other audience members and the artists. If a child becomes disruptive, the child and his/her adult companion(s) may be asked to temporarily leave the venue. Refunds and Exchanges Policy prohibits the refund of unused tickets, but we will be happy to exchange tickets in advance of an upcoming performance (pending availability). For additional information, please call 575.769.4115. Admission The Box Office generally opens one hour prior to each performance. Theater doors open approximately thirty minutes to curtain. As a courtesy to performers and to other patrons, late arrivals will be seated at an appropriate time during the performance and/or at the direction and discretion of the management. A limited number of seats are reserved for late arrivals. Parking There is no reserved parking at the venues. Please plan to arrive early to allow plenty of time to purchase tickets and find a seat.

Special Needs Striving to provide everyone the opportunity to enjoy performance events, the Cultural Arts Series makes every effort to accommodate guests and patrons who have special needs and/or disabilities. The staff will gladly provide assistance and appropriate seat selections if needed. Please notify an usher if you require special assistance or please call 575.769.4115 for additional requests. Venues • Marshall Auditorium is located at 100 Commerce Way. (Marshall Middle School) • The Clovis Civic Center is on the east side of town at 801 Schepps Blvd, intersecting Seventh Street. • The CCC Town Hall is located on the College campus at 417 Schepps Boulevard. Etiquette As a courtesy to performers and those seated around you, please turn off all pagers, beepers, and cell phones prior to the performance. Some electronic devices can cause interference with our performance sound system. Please use discretion if you must leave early to avoid distracting the performers and the audience. Thank you for your consideration. Suggestions and comments about audience services are always welcome: call 575.769.4115 or email natalie.daggett@clovis.edu. Performances, dates, and times are subject to change.

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