SEASON OFFERINGS | OCTOBER 2016 – MAY 2017
PAINT YOUR PERFECT SEASON!
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Good Day All, We are excited to share with you a series of changes that are afoot at Old School Square. As humans we can from time to time be reluctant to embrace change… unless of course there is “something in it” for us. Please let us assure you that our new, ala carte menu, 20162017 Old School Square Season is replete with a good number of advantages that we are certain you will quickly embrace! The cornerstone of our new season format is the fact that it affords all of our patrons with the ability to choose their subscription series based upon their personal tastes in entertainment, calendar availability, and budget considerations. You will have the flexibility to “paint your perfect season!” We so deeply appreciate your kindness and understanding as we navigate our way through this transition. We are indeed making sweeping changes as we introduce a new way of providing the best service possible to our valued subscribers and patrons. We are confident that you will quickly embrace the added value and convenience of an ala carte season and that we will see you with growing regularity. We are working diligently to secure a very diverse and engaging season of offerings for you. We are steadfast in our commitment to negotiate the best contract terms for each entertainment event, and to secure sponsorship underwriting for each event which will translate into higher quality, and more affordable entertainment for our patrons. The 2016-2017 Season will have offerings that are much less expensive or perhaps more expensive than we have offered in the past…but the pricing will be a direct reflection of the true cost of the act. One of the highlights of our 2016-2017 Brochure is the fact that it highlights all of the unique venues and programs we have to offer at Old School Square. You have the ability to tailor your experiences to include performances in the intimate Crest Theatre, the playful Fieldhouse, the outdoor Pavilion, the dynamic Cornell Art Museum, and classes in the amazing Creative Arts School. This season is the perfect opportunity for you to look down new paths and enjoy more of the diverse basket of opportunities that Old School Square has to offer. Please keep your eyes open for dramatic improvements to the Old School Square grounds, and all of our facilities as we embark on the next stage of evolution on this historic campus. We hope you will enjoy picking up your palette and “painting your perfect season!” My very best regards,
Special Events and Festivals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Crest Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Broadway. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cabaret . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Comedy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Lectures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Mixed Offerings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Fieldhouse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Pavilion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cornell Art Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Creative Arts School. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Answers to Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 PAINT YOUR PERFECT SEASON… Order 5 or more qualifying shows and become a subscriber. Subscription sales open June 22nd. Subscribe now! IMPORTANT DATES: Monday July 18th – Deadline for Returning Subscriber Priority Seating Thursday, August 25th, 10 a.m. – Individual (non-subscription) ticket sales open to Old School Square Members. Thursday, September 1st, 10 a.m. – Public and online sales open for individual (non-subscription) tickets; group sales also open. TICKET INFORMATION AND HOW TO PURCHASE: • Ticket prices are for Premium/Regular seating unless otherwise noted. • Student tickets are for college-age with valid ID or under. Subscribers: Qualifying shows are included on the Order Form, available as a download from OldSchoolSquare.org or through the Box Office by calling (561) 243-7922, ext. 1. Return your completed form: • By mail or deliver to: Old School Square Box Office 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach, FL 33444 • By E-Mail: BoxOffice@OldSchool.org • By Fax: (561) 243-7018
Rob Steele
President and CEO - Old School Square
Individuals: Purchase tickets at OldSchoolSquare.org or call the Box Office at 561-243-7922, ext. 1 Groups of 10 or more: Sold only through the Box Office. Get $3 off select season shows.
This project is sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.
All programs, dates, guest artists and prices are subject to change without notice.
REDISCOVER SOMETHING NEW
2016-2017 AT A GLANCE
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OCTOBER
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Silent Disco Evil Dead, The Musical Free Friday Concert Zombie Prom Free Friday Concert Bella and Harry: Let’s Visit London! Free Friday Concert
NOVEMBER
3 Silent Disco 4 Free Friday Concert 10 Humpty Dumpty & the Big Book of Nursery Rhymes 11 Free Friday Concert 18 VoicePlay 18 Free Friday Concert 25 Free Friday Concert
DECEMBER 1 2 3 4 4 7 8 11 14 15 16-18 22-23 26
Silent Disco Fieldhouse Free Friday Concert Carols by Candlelight Empty Bowls Shanghai Acrobats – Shanghai Nights American Big Band – Home for the Holidays Jim Caruso’s Cast Party Will & Anthony – Showstoppers Doktor Kaboom! Scot Bruce – Blue Suede Christmas Avenue Q Steve Solomon – Home for the Holidays The State Ballet Theatre of Russia
JANUARY 5 9 12 12 13 14 19 23-24 25 27-29
Silent Disco Too Marvelous for Words – A Celebration of Nat King Cole Shirley Jones Jim Caruso’s Cast Party Occidental Gypsy Catch A Rising Star Comedy Ballets with a Twist – Cocktail Hour, the Show Sierra Boggess Adam Trent – The Futurist Beehive, The 60’s Musical
FEBRUARY 2 3-5 7 8 4
Silent Disco Pump Boys and Dinettes Beginnings – The Premier Chicago Tribute Band The Doo Wop Project
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Silent Disco Free Friday Concert Delray Beach Craft Beer Fest Free Friday Concert One Funny Mother Jim Caruso’s Cast Party Free Friday Concert
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FEBRUARY(continued)
13-14 Defying Gravity 16 Hilaree O’Neill 16 The Sounds of Soul – Tribute to Motown 17-19 Xanadu 24 Philip Fortenberry – The Hands of Liberace 25 Catch A Rising Star Comedy
MARCH
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Kobie Boykins Silent Disco Rhythmic Circus – Feet Don’t Fail Me Now Shot Gun Wedding, The Band The Berenstain Bears Live! Family Matters, the Musical O Sole Trio: From Pavarotti to Pop Catch A Rising Star Comedy Leslie Odom Jr. The Klezmatics Shades of Bublé Cornell Art Museum Juried Fine Art Show Jim Caruso’s Cast Party Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park Linda Lavin
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1 Bravo Amici 3-4 Billie Porter 6 David Doubilet 6 Silent Disco 7-8 Artrageous 14 Mark Nadler – Let’s Misbehave: A Celebration of Cole Porter 14 Free Friday Concert 18 Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre 20 Alan Safier as George Burns - Say Goodnight Gracie 21 Free Friday Concert 27 Jim Caruso’s Cast Party 28 Free Friday Concert 29 Catch A Rising Star Comedy
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SPECIAL EVENTS & FESTIVALS ZOMBIE PROM Thursday, October 20th, 9 pm-1 am in the Fieldhouse Dying to Party?? Rise, and join the class of 1985 for Prom Night. Come dressed in full on zombie attire, makeup and all. You’ll get your photo taken at the door, our Zombie DJ will be spinning classic eighties tunes all night long, we’ll have a lounge area for those feeling “less lively”, crowning of Zombie Prom King and Queen and a cash bar with the best drink prices in town. This Prom is guaranteed to be the “deadest” party on the Ave! Tickets: Announced soon!
EMPTY BOWLS DELRAY BEACH Sunday, December 4th, 11 am-2 pm in the Fieldhouse Empty Bowls Delray Beach, presented by Old School Square and Old School Bakery, will benefit the Palm Beach County Food Bank. This unique event invites the public to “eat simply, so others can simply eat.” A SIMPLE SOLUTION…Potters create bowls, bakers provide rustic breads, and chefs donate hearty soups. Guests will share in a simple meal of bread and soup, and will receive a hand-crafted bowl as a powerful reminder of all of the empty bowls in the county! DESIGNED TO SOLVE A COMPLEX ISSUE. One in six Palm Beach County residents do not know where their next meal will come from. All proceeds go to the Palm Beach County Food Bank to fight hunger in OUR community. Tickets: $25 Optional show ticket: $20 (adult); $10 (student) for an exclusive opportunity to see the Shanghai Acrobats perform on the Pavilion stage at 2 pm. Appropriate for all ages.
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CORNELL ART MUSEUM JURIED FINE ART SHOW Saturday, March 18, 10 am-5 pm Sunday, March 19, 10 am-5 pm
JURIED FINE ART SHOW
This premiere, outdoor juried show will feature extraordinary, original works by 100 top fine art and fine craft artists from around the country. The Old School Square center grounds will be transformed into an exciting outdoor gallery, welcoming art collectors and enthusiasts to meet the artists and discover something new. Original works include paintings, ceramics, fiber art, glass, jewelry, mixed-media, metalwork, photography, woodwork and sculptures in a variety of media. Free admission
ARTRAGEOUS Friday, April 7th, 7 pm and Saturday, April 8th, 7 pm at the Pavilion This unforgettable experience is an electrifying combination of artists painting at amazing speed, right before your eyes, and high energy live music, amazing vocals, creative choreography and audience interaction. Giant artworks jump to life unveiling larger-than-life icons and masterpieces in just moments; all the while, there is constant activity on stage, delighting your senses. It’s a show for the entire family. It’s outrageous… it’s Artrageous! This show takes place during Delray Affair weekend. Delray Affair will celebrate 55 years as the largest arts & craft festival in the Southeast United States. The event takes place along Atlantic Avenue from just west of Old School Square to the Intracoastal. Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
DELRAY BEACH CRAFT BEER FEST Friday, May 12th, 6:30-10:30 pm at the Pavilion and Park Craft the perfect night out in Delray Beach with the 6th annual DELRAY BEACH CRAFT BEER FEST! Your ticket gets you UNLIMITED SAMPLING of more than 100 craft brews and ciders… wines too! Attendance is limited to give everyone the best beer tasting experience. VIP ticket holders get exclusive tasting of all beers and wines from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Ticket includes a commemorative tasting mug, and featured tap releases; only 500 VIP tickets are available. General admission opens at 7:30 pm. WHAT TO EXPECT: DJ music early on, followed by the headlining band; pub bites from local restaurants for purchase; photo booth, game area and LIVE art; cash bar with mixed drinks and water (no beer for sale). Event details will be released after February 2017; visit DBCraftBeerFest.org. Tickets: Announced in February
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Watch something new The Crest Theatre has taken its program offerings to new heights for 2016-17 with 34 shows gracing the Wilma A. Elmore Stage! New this season are three unique comedies, six family shows, five spectacular Broadway musicals, and 11 mixed offerings. Returning are the Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series, Catch A Rising Star comedians, and the cabaret nights with Broadway's brightest stars.
BROADWAY | CREST THEATRE AVENUE Q Friday, December 16 at 8 pm Saturday, December 17 at 2 & 8 pm Sunday, December 18 at 2 pm Winner of the Tony “Triple Crown” for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart. AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Adult language and subject matter; parental guidance advised. Tickets: $52/$42
BEEHIVE, THE 60’S MUSICAL Friday, January 27 at 8 pm Saturday, January 28 at 2 & 8 pm Sunday, January 29 at 2 pm Audiences around the world are cheering this exciting and colorful salute to the women who made the music of the 1960s so special – Lesley Gore, Janis Joplin, The Shirelles, Aretha Franklin and so many more! With 40 beloved hits, the show takes you on a journey through songs documenting the dramatic changes that America underwent during the ‘60s. Take six singers, fabulous video and one VERY hot band, and you have an unforgettable musical experience! Tickets: $62/$52
PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES Friday, February 3 at 8 pm Saturday, February 4 at 2 & 8 pm Sunday, February 5 at 2 pm The ‘Pump Boys’ sell high octane on Highway 57 in Grand Ole Opry country and the ‘Dinettes’, Prudie and Rhetta Cupp, run the Double Cupp diner next door. Together they fashion an evening of country western songs that received unanimous raves on and offBroadway with a Tony nomination for Best Musical. With heartbreak and hilarity, they perform on guitars, piano, bass and, yes, kitchen utensils. “Both musically and theatrically, a triumph of ensemble playing. It doesn’t merely celebrate the value of friendship and life’s simple pleasures, it embodies them.” - The New York Times Tickets: $62/$52
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CREST THEATRE | BROADWAY XANADU Friday, February 17 at 8 pm Saturday, February 18 at 2 & 8 pm Sunday, February 19 at 2 pm This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, musical adventure is about following your dreams despite the limitations others set for you. The original, hit score was composed by pop-rock legends Jeff Lynne and John Farrar. Based on the Universal Pictures’ cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, Xanadu is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired. Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980. She is on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time - the first ROLLER DISCO. Tickets: $52/$42
NEIL SIMON’S BAREFOOT IN THE PARK 2017 NATIONAL TOUR Friday, March 24 at 8 pm Saturday, March 25 at 2 & 8 pm Sunday, March 26 at 2 pm Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park is a romantic comedy focusing on a pair of newlyweds, Corie and Paul, as they begin married life in a tiny, 5th-floor walk-up apartment in a Manhattan brownstone. Paul is a strait-laced attorney; Corie has a far more spontaneous, free spirit. As the young couple contend with a lack of heat, a skylight that leaks snow, several long flights of stairs, oddball neighbor Victor Velasco, and Corie’s well-meaning mother, they must also reconcile their own personal differences in how they approach life’s challenges. The play premiered on Broadway in 1963 and starred Robert Redford and Elizabeth Ashley. The play was made into a film in 1967, also starring Redford, and Jane Fonda. Tickets: $57/$47
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SIERRA BOGGESS Monday, January 23 at 8 pm Tuesday, January 24 at 8 pm Sierra Boggess made her Broadway debut originating the role of Ariel in the 2007 production of The Little Mermaid. While she was doing The Little Mermaid, she starred opposite Kristin Chenoweth in the Encores! production of Music in the Air. From February 2010 to March 2011, Boggess starred as Christine Daaé in The Phantom... sequel, Love Never Dies. She once again played the role of Christine Daaé in the 25th anniversary concert of The Phantom of the Opera at the Royal Albert Hall in London. She starred in the 2012 Off-Broadway show Love, Loss, and What I Wore and as Fantine is Les Misérables. In 2013, Boggess returned to the role of Christine in The Phantom of the Opera for the Broadway production’s 25th anniversary and in March 2014, Boggess once again rejoined the The Phantom of the Opera as Christine and reunited with her former Little Mermaid co-star, Norm Lewis as the Phantom. Tickets: $72/$57
DEFYING GRAVITY Monday, February 13 at 8 pm Tuesday, February 14 at 8 pm Debbie Gravitte, Jason Graae, Scott Coulter and John Boswell celebrate the incredible songbook of three-time, Academy Award winning® composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz, singing songs from his hit Broadway shows Pippin, Godspell, and Wicked, and the animated films Pocahontas and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Tickets: $67/$52
LESLIE ODOM, JR. Monday, March 13 at 8 pm Tuesday, March 14 at 8 pm Leslie Odom Jr. is perhaps best known for his starring role as Aaron Burr in the mega-hit Broadway musical Hamilton. He is also well known for his portrayal of “Sam Strickland” on NBC’s SMASH and for his film debut as “Winky” in George Lucas’ Image award winning film Red Tails. He made his Broadway debut in the cast of RENT when he was 17 years old. Other credits include memorable turns on the small screen alongside Don Cheadle in House of Lies on Showtime, Supernatural on CW, NCIS, CSI: Miami, Grey’s Anatomy, Vanished, Gilmore Girls, and in the original cast of Leap of Faith on Broadway. Leslie can currently be seen recurring on Law and Order SVU, Person Of Interest, and NCIS on CBS. Tickets: $72/$57
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LINDA LAVIN MY FIRST FAREWELL CONCERT Monday, March 27 at 8pm Tuesday, March 28 at 8 pm Linda Lavin returned to the Broadway stage in January 2016 in the new Richard Greenberg play Our Mother’s Brief Affair. Her new show, My First Farewell Concert is built on the premise that every time you get a new role… a new beginning…. you’re starting over… or saying farewell. It features some of Linda’s best known songs and stories about her past, current and next new role. Known for several roles on television, Linda is also a Tony Award winner for Best Actress in a Play for Broadway Bound and a nominee for Best Actress in a Play for Collected Stories and The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife. Recent roles included Follies, The Lyons, Gypsy, The Diary of Anne Frank, Other Desert Cities, Hollywood Arms and Too Much Sun. Tickets: $72/$57
BILLY PORTER Monday, April 3 at 8 pm & Tuesday, April 4 at 8 pm Billy Porter won a Tony Award for his performance as Lola in Kinky Boots. His other Broadway credits include Miss Saigon, Five Guys Named Moe, Grease, and Smokey Joe’s Café. Off-Broadway, in addition to appearing in Angels in America, he was seen in The Merchant of Venice, House of Lear, and Radiant Baby, Birdie Blue, Songs for a New World, King Lear and The Further Adventures of Hedda Gabler (both for Exit, Pursued by A Bear), as well as his one-man show, Ghetto Superstar. His film and television credits include the Sundance Film Festival features The Broken Hearts Club and Intern, The Humbling, Noel, the CBS miniseries Shake, Rattle & Roll as Little Richard, Twisted, Law & Order: SVU, Law & Order, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Rosie O’Donnell Show, and The Tonight Show. A Grammy Award winner, Porter’s concert credits include opening acts for Rosie O’Donnell and Aretha Franklin, performances at Carnegie Hall, with John McDaniel and the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, as well as with The Buffalo Philharmonic, Peter Nero and The Philly Pops, and The Boston Pops. Also a writer, his play While I Yet Live was produced last year at Primary Stages. Tickets: $72/$57
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COMEDY | CREST THEATRE EVIL DEAD, THE MUSICAL Friday, October 7 at 9 pm Saturday, October 8 at 9 pm This hilarious, record-breaking Canadian musical tells the outrageous story of five college friends spending the weekend in an abandoned cabin in the woods after accidentally unleashing an evil force that turns them all into demons. The New York Times called it “…the next Rocky Horror Show. Audience members sitting in the designated “Splatter Zone” get covered in fake blood as the production incorporates some fun ‘real-life’ effects during certain scenes. In addition to some dismembered limbs, demons telling bad jokes, and catchy tunes (“Look Who’s Evil Now”, “All the Men in My Life Keep Getting Killed by Candarian Demons”), the show features a saucy combination of wit and sexual innuendo that keeps audiences laughing out loud. Adult language and subject matter; parental guidance advised. Tickets: $52/$42
STEVE SOLOMON’S MY MOTHER’S ITALIAN, MY FATHER’S JEWISH AND I’M HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Thursday, December 22 at 8 pm Friday, December 23 at 8 pm From the star and creator of one of the longest running one-man comedy shows in history: My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish & I’m in Therapy We bring you: My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m Home for the Holidays…..The Therapy Continues! Steve’s back with more wild and hilarious stories and characterizations about his family, friends and the other folks we meet whose sole purpose was to drive him into therapy in the first place. We all get to attend holiday dinner at Grandma’s where, if you’re under 55, you’re allowed to sit at the children’s table; thirty five over-fed people and one toilet! It’s another laugh filled evening of family chaos from the award-winning writer and comedian, Steve Solomon. Tickets: $46/$36
CATCH A RISING STAR COMEDY Saturday, January 14 at 8 pm, Saturday, February 25 at 8 pm, Friday, March 10 at 8 pm, and Saturday, April 29 at 8 pm Catch A Rising Star presents some of the best stand-up comedians in the country. Show details will be available at OldSchoolSquare.org.
ONE FUNNY MOTHER Friday, May 19 at 8 pm Saturday, May 20 at 8 pm One Funny Mother stars comedian, former Miss New Jersey, and married mother of three, DENA BLIZZARD in her hilarious solo comedy show about the trials and tribulations of motherhood and marriage. An outrageous and side-splitting 80 minutes of sass that follows Dena on her hilarious journey through a day of cleaning as she prepares for her big “Girls Night Out.” One Funny Mother has toured the United States and was recently named “Best One Woman Show” at the 2015 United Solo Festival in New York City. One Funny Mother is a great “Girls Night Out” or Date Night for anyone that IS a mom, HAS a mom or is MARRIED to a mom. Tickets: $41/$31
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CREST THEATRE | FAMILY THE ADVENTURES OF BELLA & HARRY – LET’S VISIT LONDON! THE MUSICAL! Wednesday, October 26 at 7 pm Come along with Bella & Harry, as they “em-bark” on an educational and fun-filled journey to London. Based on the educational series The Adventures of Bella & Harry, these two jet-set pets help to foster an education and an appreciation of the world in which we live. Children will now get the chance to see their favorite globetrotting Chihuahua duo come to life in an informative, interactive musical as they explore the sights and sounds of London. This is a great opportunity to peak the interests of children from 3-12 years old who to want to learn more about other customs, cultures and landmarks. What’s more fun than singing and dancing your way through London with two of the best tour guides around… Bella and Harry! Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
HUMPTY DUMPTY AND THE BIG BOOK OF NURSERY RHYMES Thursday, November 10 at 7 pm Rose is lost in Rhyme Town. Fortunately, Humpty knows how to get her home, but to do this, he needs the help of all your favorite nursery rhyme characters. The audience must help Humpty and Rose collect magic to get home by meeting all the good folk of Rhyme Town including, Old King Cole, Little Bo Peep, The Grand Old Duke of York and Little Miss Muffet while singing their songs. With colorful costumes, educational values, a full cast of professional actors and audience participation, this show travels at a thousand smiles an hour! Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
VOICEPLAY Friday, November 18 at 8 pm As seen on Season 4 of NBC’s “The Sing-Off” and based in Orlando, Florida, VoicePlay performs their own incredible brand of entertainment across the country and around the world. What began quite literally as a street corner barbershop act has now evolved into an internationally acclaimed touring sensation. Fun for all ages, VoicePlay is unlike any theatrical experience available today, recreating the orchestrated sound of an entire musical production with nothing but the human voice. Re-imagined as a full stage show, amazing, humorous, and vertigo-inducing harmonies pepper VoicePlay’s music-without-music sound as it pingpongs between eras and styles, channeling the breadth of the musical landscape and lacing it with inventive and often hilarious on-stage theatrics. Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
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FAMILY | CREST THEATRE DOKTOR KABOOM! - LOOK OUT! SCIENCE IS COMING! Wednesday, December 14 at 7 pm The original Doktor Kaboom! show in which the good Doktor takes his audience on an educational tour of the modern scientific method, using humor and comedy while demonstrating spectacular applications of the physical sciences. Appropriate for children in grades 4-8. Topics include safety, pressure and force, simple machines, velocity, application of science to everyday life, the scientific method (hypothesis and experimentation), multiple experimentation; constant discovery of new information and data and more! Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
THE BERENSTAIN BEARS LIVE! FAMILY MATTERS, THE MUSICAL Monday, March 6 at 7 pm From a critically-acclaimed, sold out, off-Broadway run in NYC, The Berenstain Bears LIVE! is on tour. Adapted from the classic children’s book series by Stan and Jan Berenstain, The Berenstain Bears LIVE! brings everyone’s favorite bear family to life in a thrilling theatrical experience that kids and their parents will treasure for many years to come. As always, Bear Country is not without its complications: Brother Bear’s grades are slipping, Sister Bear still has a few things to learn about making new friends, and Papa Bear just can’t stop eating junk food. The Berenstain Bears LIVE! will give boys and girls of all ages the chance to fall in love with these characters, just as their parents did when they were growing up. Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
POPOVICH COMEDY PET THEATER Tuesday, April 18 at 7 pm The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is entertainment for the whole family, featuring the unique blend of comedy and juggling skills of former Moscow Circus veteran, Gregory Popovich and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. His entourage consists of world-class jugglers, the German goat duo Kurt and Helga and over 30 performing pets including house cats and dogs (all rescued from animal shelters!), geese, white doves and parrots. The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater has a rich performance history, presenting thousands of shows in more than 20 countries and is currently in its 6th season at the Planet Hollywood Resort/Casino in Las Vegas. Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
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CREST THEATRE | LECTURES The ROBERT D. CHAPIN LECTURE SERIES will celebrate its 23rd season of lectures featuring some of the country’s most in-demand speakers and a variety of topics. In addition to the subscription series, which is Thursday afternoon at 2 pm, the Crest Theatre has added two evening opportunities.
SHIRLEY JONES Thursday, January 12 at 2 pm Film and television actress and singer, Shirley Jones has enjoyed a career in show business spanning six decades. She has starred in a number of well-known musical films, such as Oklahoma! (1955), Carousel (1956), and The Music Man (1962). She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing a vengeful prostitute in Elmer Gantry (1960). She played the lead role of Shirley Partridge, the widowed mother of five children, in the musical situationcomedy television series, The Partridge Family (1970–74), which co-starred her real-life stepson David Cassidy, son of Jack Cassidy. Tickets: $32 (balcony/non-subscription seats only); $67/$47 (limited non-subscription or Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series subscription seats; includes post-lecture meet & greet reception and limited valet parking)
HILAREE O’NEILL Thursday, February 16 at 2 pm A professional ski mountaineer and athlete for The North Face, Hilaree O’Neill is the first woman to climb two 8,000m peaks in 24 hours (Everest and Lhotse). She has also skied from the Himalayan summit of Cho Oyu in Tibet and climbed and skied several high peaks in Bolivia and Argentina. Elsewhere, Hilaree has cut turns on remote volcanoes in the Kamchatka Peninsula of Russia, Mongolia, Pakistan, Lebanon, as well as many first descents in the tight couloirs of Baffin Island. Born and raised in the Northwest, Hilaree began skiing at age three at Stevens Pass in the Cascade Mountains of Washington State. Eventually she moved to the Chamonix Valley of France where she learned to take her skiing skills to the next level -- ski mountaineering. Hilaree is the mother of two young boys. She lives in Telluride, Colorado and finds her sanity in the beautiful San Juan Mountains. Tickets: $32 (balcony/non-subscription seats only); $67/$47 (limited non-subscription or Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series subscription seats; includes post-lecture meet & greet reception and limited valet parking) ©Adam Clark
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KOBIE BOYKINS Thursday, March 2 at 2 pm Tickets: $32 (balcony/non-subscription seats only); $67/$47 (limited non-subscription or Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series subscription seats; includes post-lecture meet & greet reception and limited valet parking) Thursday, March 2 at 7 pm Tickets: $25 (adult); $5 (student); no post-lecture reception; general admission seating; no valet parking A dynamic young engineer at NASA‘s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Kobie Boykins is on the front line of Mars exploration. Boykins designed the solar arrays that powered the Mars exploration rovers, Spirit and Opportunity. Landing on Mars on January 25, 2004, Opportunity was designed to survive a mission lasting approximately 90 days. Remarkably, the rover continues to traverse the surface of Mars to this day, sending back valuable scientific data. Most recently, Boykins was responsible for the design of actuators on Curiosity, the Mars Science Laboratory, which safely landed on Mars on August 6, 2012. Photo courtesy of NASA-JPL-Caltech
DAVID DOUBILET Thursday, April 6 at 2 pm Tickets: $32 (balcony/non-subscription seats only); $67/$47 (limited non-subscription or Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series subscription seats; includes post-lecture meet & greet reception and limited valet parking) Thursday, April 6 at 7 pm Tickets: $25 (adult); $5 (student); no post-lecture reception; general admission seating; no valet parking Considered the world’s leading underwater photographer, Doubilet has introduced a generation to the mystery and wonder of the deep. He has photographed more than 70 stories for National Geographic, reporting on coral reefs, historic shipwrecks, ocean predators, and exotic marine creatures. Doubilet has produced several books, including Light in the Sea, Water Light Time, The Kingdom of Coral: Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, and Fish Face. He is also the recipient of many prestigious awards, including the Sara Prize, the Lowell Thomas Award, and the Lennart Nilsson Award in Photography. Endowed with a keen sense of humor and the ability to speak poetically about his subjects, Doubilet is an audience favorite! Photo courtesy of David Doubilet
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CREST THEATRE | MIXED OFFERINGS AMERICAN BIG BAND – HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Wednesday, December 7 at 2 & 8 pm The highly acclaimed touring show, American Big Band is back with an all new Christmas production, Home for the Holidays! Experience this amazing, 11-piece Big Band along with six outstanding singers and dancers, who will fill the stage with majestic and lush arrangements of Christmas favorites. Tickets: $42/$32
WILL & ANTHONY – SHOWSTOPPERS PRESENTED IN HONOR OF JOE GILLIE’S QUARTER CENTURY OF SERVICE TO OLD SCHOOL SQUARE Sunday, December 11 at 7 pm Recording artists, actors and concert performers Will & Anthony Nunziata have packed houses and won acclaim for their performances throughout the country and around the world. Will & Anthony are the classically-trained, twin brother tenors who have trained extensively in improvisational comedy with the famed Upright Citizen’s Brigade in New York City. Combining their magnificent tenor voices, brotherly banter and comedic flair, while offering fresh interpretations of timeless Broadway classics and American pop standards, they make Showstoppers a memorable experience. The show will feature some of the greatest songs ever written for the stage including “The Impossible Dream,” “Just in Time,” “Being Alive,” “Somewhere,” “Lily’s Eyes,” and their signature mash-ups of songs including “Who Can I Turn To/What Kind of Fool Am I?” and “Some Enchanted Evening/This Nearly Was Mine.” Tickets: $52/$42
TOO MARVELOUS FOR WORDS – A CELEBRATION OF THE NAT KING COLE TRIO Monday, January 9 at 8 pm Experience a fun and swingin’ journey into the early days of Nat King Cole. Before “The Christmas Song” and “Mona Lisa,” which he performed standing in front of the orchestra. Cole was recording and playing (from the piano bench!) some of the tastiest and most influential music of the day, leaving an impact not only on an array of singers, but also on such pianists as Oscar Peterson and Ahmad Jamal. Drawing on his experience as both an actor and singer/pianist, Peter Smith (the show’s creator) effortlessly weaves in stories from this period in Nat King Cole’s life as they relate to the song selections, creating an evening that leaves the audience tapping their feet and pondering the fascinating tidbits from Cole’s life. Tickets: $39/$29
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MIXED OFFERINGS | CREST THEATRE ADAM TRENT – THE FUTURIST Wednesday, January 25 at 8 p.m. Broadway and TV star Adam Trent exemplifies a new generation of magician. As one of the stars of the hit Broadway show The Illusionists, which shattered box office records during its 2014/2015 run, as well as his appearances on Good Morning America, America’s Got Talent, Disney Channel, ABC, VH1, Rachel Ray, Travel Channel, SyFy and others, he is one of the most in-demand illusionists working today. Described as Justin Timberlake meets David Copperfield, his interactive, fast-paced performances are part magic, part concert, and part stand-up comedy. Magic lovers AND skeptics will be amazed by this show! Tickets: $52/$42
BEGINNINGS – A CHICAGO TRIBUTE Tuesday, February 7 at 8 pm In the fall of 2002, BEGINNINGS was born out of the love and respect for the music of one of the greatest American Rock bands of all time, CHICAGO. Forged together by a group of professional musicians, all veterans of the New York music scene, BEGINNINGS was a labor of love based on musicianship and professionalism. However, a funny thing happened on the way to Carnegie Hall… a collaboration blossomed into a non-stop musical odyssey! Tickets: $45/$35
THE DOO WOP PROJECT Wednesday, February 8 at 8 pm The Doo Wop Project is street corner singing -- from Bop to Pop… for a whole new generation! The show traces the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sound of five guys singing tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today. The show takes you on a journey from foundational tunes of groups like the Crests, Belmonts and Flamingos through their influences on the sounds of Smokey Robinson, the Temptations, and the Four Seasons, all the way to Michael Jackson, Jason Mraz and Amy Winehouse. Featuring current and former stars of Broadway’s smash hits Jersey Boys and Motown: The Musical and their hot band, The Doo Wop Project brings unparalleled authenticity of sound and vocal excellence to recreate, and in some cases entirely reimagine, some of the greatest music in American pop and rock history. The level of talent, artistry and ability to entertain is off the charts with this show. It’s an evening of pure energy and magic, where you’ll be lifted from your seat with excitement by the power and charisma of these gifted young performers. Tickets: $44/$34
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CREST THEATRE | MIXED OFFERINGS THE SOUNDS OF SOUL Thursday, February 16 at 8 pm Get ready to relive the hits of Motown and beyond, as this exciting, high energy group unleashes superior vocals and slick dance moves powered by pure soul! The Sounds of Soul have been delighting audiences across the nation since 1996. The group is composed of six seasoned performers who have excelled as outstanding singers, dancers, and songwriters. Each member has shared the national recording spotlight driven by the power of Capital Records, Big Apple Records, and R & S Records to name but a few. The show is a combination of Motown classics mixed with some of the greatest songs of all time. Get ready to soak in the hits of The Temptations, The Four Tops, Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, The Supremes, Lionel Richie,Tina Turner, Barry White, and more. Tickets: $45/$35
PHILIP FORTENBERRY – THE HANDS OF LIBERACE PRESENTED IN HONOR OF THE MEMORY OF WILMA A. ELMORE Friday, February 24 at 8 pm As a versatile artist whose styles encompass a wide range of musical genres, Philip Fortenberry is a performer with an equally expansive career. Philip was the pianist and Associate Conductor for the Broadway musical, Rocky, where he also received the inaugural “Ghostlight Award” as Best Musician on Broadway. He was honored with the 2014 “Encore Award for Musical Excellence” presented by The Nevada School of the Arts. Philip was featured as the piano double for Emmy and Golden Globe winner Michael Douglas’ portrayal of Liberace in the HBO Films biopic, Behind the Candelabra. He is currently the Associate Conductor of Jersey Boys at Paris Las Vegas and was the featured artist-in-residence at the Liberace Museum, where he performed his one-man show, Liberace and Me. Tickets: $37/$27
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MIXED OFFERINGS | CREST THEATRE O SOLE TRIO – FROM PAVAROTTI TO POP Thursday, March 9 at 8 pm O Sole Trio is a new, vibrant musical ensemble with an exhilarating show that captures the essence of the Italian-American songbook. Having toured around the U.S. and beyond, the trio has garnered rave reviews from audiences and critics alike. The New York based ensemble features the lush voices of soprano Erin Shields and baritone Giuseppe Spoletini, as well as the versatile and virtuosic David Shenton on piano and violin. Tickets: $45/$35
SHADES OF BUBLÉ Friday, March 17 at 8 pm Saturday, March 18 at 2 & 8 pm Sunday, March 19 at 2 pm This show pays tribute to the music of Michael Bublé by taking the experience to a whole new level! With three voices singing incredible songs like “Feeling Good,” “Moondance,” “Come Fly With Me,” “Home,” “Everything,” “That’s Life,” and many more, SHADES OF BUBLÉ: A Three-Man Tribute to Michael Bublé has been wowing audiences with tight harmonies, smooth choreography and charming good looks. The swinging standards, original chart-topping hits, and thrilling Motown and rock-and-roll covers from Michael Bublé’s multi-platinum career are elevated to new heights with three-part-harmony in a one-of-a-kind concert event! Tickets: $53/$43
MARK NADLER - LET’S MISBEHAVE: A CELEBRATION OF COLE PORTER WITH SPECIAL GUEST, SPIDER SALOFF Friday, April 14 at 8 pm Internationally acclaimed, award-winning entertainer, Mark Nadler explores the wit, the romance and the life of arguably the greatest of American songwriters: Cole Porter. Songs include such timeless hits as “Let’s Do It (Let’s Fall In Love),” “Night And Day,” and “You’re The Top” as well as many lesser known gems. Tickets: $39/$29
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Experience something new The Fieldhouse, formerly known as the Vintage Gymnasium, is quickly becoming Delray’s hot, new entertainment venue. From later night events such as Silent Disco and Cast Party, to an eclectic mix of exciting new offerings, there’s something for everyone! Photo by Emiliano Brooks / Studio B2, Inc
FIELDHOUSE SILENT DISCO First Thursday each month, October-May, at 9 pm Experience an exciting, high energy performance in a silent atmosphere. Get your friends together for a DJ dance party like no other! Tune into the DJ of your choice and hear the music through high quality headphones. Tickets: $15
JIM CARUSO’S CAST PARTY Thursday at 9 pm: December 8, January 12, March 23, April 27 Wednesday at 9 pm: May 24 Jim Caruso’s Cast Party is a wildly popular, weekly soiree that brings a sprinkling of Broadway glitz and urbane wit to the legendary Birdland in New York City every Monday night since 2003. Now Cast Party comes to Delray Beach! Experience a cool cabaret night-out enlivened by a hilariously impromptu variety show. South Florida is filled with talented singers, and some of the best will hit the Fieldhouse stage alongside up-and-comers, serving up jaw-dropping music and general razzle-dazzle. Jim Caruso guides the entire affair like a bubbly cruise director with Musical Director, Billy Stritch at the piano. Participants sign in with their sheet music and wait to be called up on stage. The audience is warmed up for the first hour with an unforgettable cabaret performance by Caruso and Stritch, who are both Broadway veterans. Then the real fun begins! Tickets: $50 (general admission) Photo by Bill Westmoreland
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FIELDHOUSE BLUE SUEDE CHRISTMAS STARRING SCOT BRUCE Thursday, December 15 at 8 pm The ultimate “Elvis,” this riveting and ROCKIN’ holiday tribute concert features the wonderful Christmas songs recorded by Elvis Presley such as, “Santa Bring My Baby Back,” “Blue Christmas”, ...and more! This show is guaranteed to have you ALL SHOOK UP! Tickets: $38 (general admission)
BALLETS WITH A TWIST – COCKTAIL HOUR: THE SHOW Thursday, January 19 at 8 pm From Lincoln Center to Delray Beach, New York City’s Ballets with a Twist is reinventing the glamour and excitement of classic entertainment. With its original mix of charismatic choreography by Marilyn Klaus, intoxicating music by Stephen Gaboury and exquisite costume design by Catherine Zehr, the company stirs new life into every venue it visits. Their acclaimed, signature show, Cocktail Hour, harkens back to a time when entertainment was an engaging, vibrant social experience. Inspired by the likes of Busby Berkeley and Lucille Ball and infused with the exotic flavor of legendary Hollywood haunts Trader Vic’s and Coconut Grove, this pop-infused production brings timeless American spirits to life, launching the Mai Tai, Martini, Manhattan and more off the menu and onto the stage. Tickets: $38 (general admission)
ALAN SAFIER AS GEORGE BURNS - SAY GOODNIGHT GRACIE Thursday, April 20 at 8 pm Alan Safier stars in Say Goodnight Gracie, the hit Broadway play that invites you to spend a hilarious, heart-warming evening in the uplifting company of the world’s favorite, funniest centenarian, George Burns. Burns, known for 90 years of American entertainment history, is now alive and kicking — and singing and dancing! Say Goodnight Gracie brings his fascinating story to life with vintage photographs and video clips from film and television performances. Tickets: $38 (general admission)
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Hear something new The Pavilion, located on the center grounds, is a state-ofthe-art performance venue known for the popular Free Friday Concerts and other annual events. Programming has been expanded for 2016-17 to include other music performances, dance and variety.
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Fridays: October 14 – December 12 and April 14 - June 9 at 7:30pm. 10/14/16 Orange Sunshine - 60’s Hits 10/21/16 Chemradery - Pop rock /Blue-eyed soul 10/28/16 Joel Dasilva & The Midnight Howl - Blues 11/4/16 Big City Dogs - Classic Rock 11/11/16 Extasy - Latin/Top 40/ Rock 11/18/16 Solid Brass - Classic Rock/ R&B
11/25/16 Pocket Change - Dance/top 40/Motown 12/2/16 The Long Run - Eagles Tribute 4/14/17 The Holidazed - Reggae/Funk Fusion 4/21/17 Libido - Top 40/R&B/Rock/Reggae 4/28/17 Entourage - Top 40/R&B/Rock 5/5/17 Remix - Top 40/R&B/Rock
5/19/17 5/26/17 6/2/17 6/9/17
Royale Majestique - Jumbo Lounge Rod Stewart Experience - Tribute Motowners - Motown Hits Flavor - Top 40/R&B/Rock
Admission by suggested donation.
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Saturday, December 3rd, 7pm Get into the holiday spirit with a new concert experience that will become a community tradition! Carols by Candlelight, which began in San Diego, was created in 1990 by Steve Vaus and Wayne Nelson with the goal of making a life-changing difference in the lives of children. Over the years, Carols by Candlelight has featured pop and country stars singing Christmas Carols along with their biggest hits. Thanks to Wayne and Rhonda Nelson, who call South Florida home when they’re not traveling with the Little River Band, Carols by Candlelight is making its debut in Delray Beach! Local talent and national acts including the Little River Band and others will light up the Pavilion stage with songs of the season and pop/ country hits. This promises to be a magical evening for the entire family! Tickets: $100 (VIP); $15 (adult); $5 (student) VIP ticket includes reserved seating area, complimentary beer, wine and light bites, exclusive cash bar, table service and a Meet & Greet with the artists. Proceeds will support Delray Beach-based programs for children.
SHANGHAI ACROBATS OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA – SHANGHAI NIGHTS Sunday, December 4 at 7 pm The company of Shanghai Acrobats of the People’s Republic of China 2016 was founded in 1959 and belongs to the artistic entities of governmental finance allocation (state-owned enterprise ). After more than 50 years’ efforts, it has become one of the most influential and competitive acrobatic companies in China and has won many awards at the acrobatic and circus competitions at home and abroad. Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
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PAVILION THE STATE BALLET THEATRE OF RUSSIA -THE TCHAIKOVSKY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR WITH SELECTIONS FROM SWAN LAKE AND THE NUTCRACKER Monday, December 26 at 7:30 pm Founded by legendary dancer and former Prima Ballerina of The Bolshoi Theatre Ballet, Maya Plissetskaya, The State Ballet Theatre of Russia, now under the direction of awardwinning dancer and Moiseyev dance company soloist Nikolay Anokhin, presents selections from two of the greatest classical ballets of all time. This production is set to the music of Tchaikovsky and features 50 of Russia’s brightest ballet stars. The Palm Beach Daily News called it “Effortless precision.” Tickets: $30 (adult); $20 (student)
OCCIDENTAL GYPSY Friday, January 13 at 7:30 pm Occidental Gypsy is pioneering the sound of World Gypsy music. Their mélange of uptempo, high-energy rhythms of gypsy swing, melded with catchy melodic hooks and complex structures of jazz delivers a thrilling experience. The group features award-winning violin prodigy Eli Bishop who has performed with Wynton Marsalis and Bill Evans of the Miles Davis Group, as well as performing regularly at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Tickets: $10 (general admission)
RHYTHMIC CIRCUS – FEET DON’T FAIL ME NOW! Friday, March 3 at 8 pm Home grown hoofers from Minneapolis hit the road with a trunk full of tap shoes, funky costumes and a big brass band, ready to burst onto the stage with FEET DON’T FAIL ME NOW!. “Heatbox” the human beatbox, joins the swingin’ seven-piece funk band to accompany each tap, shuffle, and stomp with a clang, riff and refrain. It’s easy to see why this troupe was a 2012 winner of the Edinburgh Festival “Spirit of the Fringe” Award. In this joyous parade of genre-hopping music and hard-hitting percussive dance, you’ll be jumping out of your seat and dancing to the beat! Rhythmic Circus is a troupe of internationally renowned artists. Since their early start at a small theatre in northeast Minneapolis, they have grown into an international sensation touring to over 100 cities worldwide. Tickets: $25 (adult); $15 (student)
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PAVILION SHOT GUN WEDDING – A NYCITY-COUNTRY BAND Sunday, March 5 at 7 pm Shotgun Wedding is two parts twang, an ounce of rock-n-roll and a dash of swing, all shook up! It’s a unique sound that mixes the best of small town and big city. Featuring musicians/ vocalists who tour with Billy Joel, Hall & Oates, Meatloaf, Bon Jovi & Shania Twain! Like sippin’ a moonshine martini at the end of a long hard day, New York City-based Shotgun Wedding blends urban sophistication with homegrown intoxication. Perhaps the world’s first city-country band, Shotgun Wedding pays homage to classic country music, without cowboy hats or western wear. Raw, honest and from the heart, Shotgun Wedding takes a unique approach to a time-honored genre -- firing off original songs that are at once down-home and downtown. Tickets: $30 (general admission)
THE KLEZMATICS Thursday, March 16 at 7:30 pm Since their emergence more than 25 years ago, The Klezmatics have raised the bar for Eastern European Jewish music and helped to change the face of contemporary Yiddish culture. Often called a “Jewish roots band,” The Klezmatics have led a popular revival of this ages-old, nearly forgotten art form. “The Klezmatics aren’t just the best band in the klezmer vanguard; on a good night, they can rank among the greatest bands on the planet.” – Time Out New York Tickets: $25 (general admission)
BRAVO AMICI Saturday, April 1 at 8 pm Bravo Amici’s mix of handsome tenors and stunning divas perform an uplifting collection of well-known classical and contemporary arias. Combining the essential elements of pop, Broadway and opera with classical overtones, their powerful performance is a tribute to the emerging musical genre of “Contemporary Classical Crossover” taking the world by storm. With fans ranging from Sir Elton John to Queen Elizabeth, these acclaimed international artists have sold more than 3 million albums. Tickets: $30 (general admission)
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See something new The Cornell Art Museum strives to show contemporary artists who create innovative and provocative works of art. Inquisitive visitors enjoy intriguing pieces of artwork while discovering new artists and styles. The Museum exposes the Delray Beach community to artwork that is culturally relevant and exciting, hoping to foster creativity and inspire imagination. Museum shows typically begin with a theme and blossom into dynamic group exhibitions that excite visitors from all backgrounds.
CORNELL ART MUSEUM | UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS Museum Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-4:30 pm and Sunday, 1-4:30 pm. Admission is a suggested $5 donation.
FIFTEEN MINUTES September 2016 through January 2017 Andy Warhol once stated that “everyone will be world-famous for 15 minutes.” The “Fifteen Minutes” exhibition focuses on the idea of fame and different ways it can be interpreted through artwork. This group show will feature work that expresses the idea of fame and works by artists who have become celebrities themselves. Exhibition includes contemporary works shown in galleries and museums worldwide. “Marilyn Crying New York (Mediterranean Blue)”, Russell Young , acrylic and enamel screen print on linen with diamond dust
A LIFE IN PORTRAITS September 2016 through January 2017 A Life in Portraits brings together world-renowned, contemporary, American artists, spanning five decades, who have created portraits of art patron and collector, Joan Quinn. The exhibition includes over 50 portraits, from a collection of approximately 300, realized in all mediums by artists that Quinn has believed in and supported. The exhibition explores the relationship between artist and subject and is a rare but fascinating look into the creative process of some of the world’s greatest American artists. Included are works by Frank Gehry, Peter Alexander, George Hurrell, Kim McCarty, David Hockney, JeanMichel Basquiat, Mel Ramos, Laddie John Dill, Robert Mapplethorpe, Robert Graham, Ed Ruscha, Charles Arnoldi, Ed Moses and Michael Chearney, among others. David Hockney, 1991, Polaroid and Xerox collage, 34 x 17 inches ; Ed Ruscha - 1997, acrylic, ink, pencil on lithograph, 7 x 5 inches; Jean-Michel Basquiat - 1986, pencil on paper, 50 x 40 inches
FABRICATED February through May 2017 From street art to galleries, contemporary fiber art is recognized as a highly collectible visual art with its own identities. Fabricated delves deep into the world of artists who stitch, sew, cut, and glue textiles to create extraordinary art. The exhibition includes a variety of works, from exceptionally large scale pieces to surprisingly tiny pieces, from extremely detailed to the abstract. This show will satisfy art lovers and non-museum goers alike! "Spora Mutatus," Amy Grant
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CORNELL ART MUSEUM | COLLECTION While the Cornell Art Museum exhibitions typically focus on contemporary art, the Cornell Art Museum Permanent Collection has its own unique voice. It speaks to the Museum’s associations with artists and generous patrons from around the world over its 26-year history. Comprised of over 200 objects, the collection includes paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, historic artifacts and works on paper that date to the 18th century. Developed through donations from patrons and artist contributions, the collection holds the complete Bernet Collection of primitive folk paintings and artifacts among its prized acquisitions. The Cornell Art Museum has exhibited selected works of art from the permanent collection throughout the years and now plans to dedicate a gallery to display the art on a rotating basis for the enjoyment and education of the public.
“Figures with Donkeys by a Stone Wall,” watercolor, attributed to John Singer Sargent (1856-1925)
CORNELL ART MUSEUM | EVENTS & STORE ART WALK First Friday each month, 6-9 pm Art Walk is an open house for the galleries in downtown Delray Beach. Visit the Museum’s Art Walk gallery, which features new artists and a variety of works each month. The Art Walk exhibit remains on display for the entire month.
ART TALKS Art Talks will be scheduled for each exhibit. Visit OldSchoolSquare.org for details.
CORNELL ART MUSEUM STORE Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 am-4:30 pm; Sunday, 1-4:30 pm; and 6-9 pm during First Friday Art Walk events. The Cornell Art Museum Store is a perfect place to find that unique gift for someone special! Fifty artists from Delray Beach and beyond participate in the store with fine art, jewelry, wearable art, candles, soaps, cards and hand-crafted items in glass, wood and ceramics.
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Learn something new Discover and expand your creative potential! The Creative Arts School, located on the second floor of the Crest Theatre building, offers beginner through master level classes, for adults and youth, during fall/winter and spring/ summer sessions.
CREATIVE ARTS SCHOOL ART Step outside your comfort zone! Whether you’re just starting out or are more advanced our classes meet every need, and our top-notch instructors offer lots of support and encouragement. Classes include drawing, painting, watercolor, pastel, collage, mixed media, jewelry making and open studio opportunities. "Deep Blue," oil painting by Patricia Magna, Creative Arts School/Painting FUNdamentals
CANVAS & COCKTAILS Come create in a relaxed atmosphere! Try your hand at something new while enjoying refreshments. It's an art experience for everyone and makes a fun girls' night, date night or club night. Offered on the last Thursday each month. Registration is required.
PHOTOGRAPHY – THE ART OF SEEING If you love taking photographs, then consider taking your photography to the next level! Our photography instructors are all professional photographers, with extensive experience. They can teach you how to use your digital camera and then help you progress into the true “art of seeing.” Classes include introduction to digital camera use, fine art photography (beginning, intermediate, advanced, master) and digital imaging (Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom). “The Glow from Within,” photograph by Herbert Froehlich, Creative Arts School/ Photography Salon
THE WRITERS’ COLONY Is it time to get serious about that story, novel or memoir you’ve been meaning to write? Our Writers’ Colony program can help! Classes are centered on creative and memoir writing, self-publishing and getting published. Open readings are scheduled monthly.
WORKSHOPS Workshops are a great way to try something new! From drawing and painting, to 3-D work and photography, there’s something for everyone. Resident Artist workshops are offered yearround, and for more advanced artists, we offer Visiting Artist workshops from January to March.
YOUTH Give your children or grandchildren a wonderful gift… the opportunity to create in a supportive and nurturing environment! Youth classes include a variety of opportunities for ages 6 and up and also include portfolio preparation for students applying to local arts magnet schools.
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ACCESSIBLE SEATING
The Crest Theatre supports the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. We are wheelchair accessible on the main floor. Special needs seating can be purchased online and through the Box Office. A limited number of wheelchair spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The Fieldhouse is wheelchair accessible through the side door ramp. The balconies in the Crest Theatre and the Fieldhouse are not wheelchair accessible. The Pavilion is wheelchair accessible through all entry gates.
ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES
Assisted listening devices may be obtained for performances in the Crest Theatre, free of charge. Simply stop by the Box Office before the performance. A driver’s license or credit card will be held by us and returned back to you upon receipt of the devise.
BENEFITS OF BEING A SUBSCRIBER
When you order 5 or more qualified shows from the season brochure, you become a Series Subscriber. As a Series Subscriber you get the added perks of priority seating before the public and ticket exchanges, based on availability, without exchange fees. As a returning Series Subscriber, the ability to keep the same seats may be possible based on your personal selections.
CANCELLED OR POSTPONED EVENTS
We make every effort to go on with the show. In the event a performance is cancelled or rescheduled by Old School Square or the performer, we will make every attempt to notify ticket holders for full refunds. In case of inclement weather, should the performance occur, there are no refunds.
CHILDREN
Children’s programming in the Crest Theatre is most appropriate for ages 4 and up. All children must have a ticket even if they will be sitting on your lap. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry, no babes in arms.
CONCESSIONS
Light snacks, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase in the lobby of the Crest Theatre and the main floor of the Fieldhouse. Purchases may be taken into the theater. The Pavilion events generally have concessions available for purchase. An assortment of food trucks will be available at Free Friday Night Concerts in the Pavilion.
DIRECTIONS DISCOUNTS
Discounts are available to groups of 10 or more for select season shows. Select performances may have child or student pricing available. CITY HALL
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Old School Square is located in downtown Delray Beach at the NE corner of Atlantic Avenue and Swinton Avenue. Take Exit 52 East from I-95, head one mile east on Atlantic Avenue, then turn left onto Swinton Avenue.
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ARRIVING AT THE THEATER
The doors to the Crest Theatre building open one hour before the performance time, while seating will begin 30 minutes before the performance. As a courtesy to performers and audience members, late arrivals will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager. The doors to the Fieldhouse open half an hour before the event. The gates to the Pavilion area generally open one hour before each event.
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GIFT CERTIFICATES
Gift certificates make a great gift for any occasion. They are available in any dollar amount and can be purchased in person or by calling the Box Office at (561) 243-7922 ext. 1.
GROUP ORDERS
Attending an event at Old School Square is a great way for your group to enjoy the finest entertainment at a discounted price. It’s the perfect outing and can be combined with a site tour and/or lunch to make it more special. Groups of 10 or more qualify to get $3 off select season shows. Group tickets sales open September 1st, 2016. Call the Box Office for availability.
LECTURE SERIES SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Robert D. Chapin Lecture Series consists of four lectures held from January through April on Thursday afternoons at 2:00 pm. New subscriptions to this series may be available. Contact the Box Office for more information or to purchase.
LOST OR MISPLACED TICKETS
Lost or misplaced tickets may be reprinted and held at the Box Office for at no additional charge if purchased online or through the Box Office only. Call the Box Office (561) 243-7922 ext. 1 for assistance.
PARKING
Parking is available throughout the downtown area and in select lots near Old School Square. For a parking map, go to OldSchoolSquare.org under CONNECT then CONTACT INFO.
REFUNDS
ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. Unless a performance is cancelled or rescheduled by Old School Square or the performer, there are no refunds. In case of inclement weather, should the performance occur, there are no refunds.
SEATING POLICY
Returning subscribers will be given first seating on a first-come first-served basis with members having priority. Seating will be assigned after the July 18th subscription deadline. New subscribers will be given seating on a first-come first-served basis after the returning subscribers have been seated. Subscription seating assignments are at the discretion of the Box Office and are not refundable.
SIDE CHAIRS
Crest Theatre sold out shows may have additional seating added to the theater. Comfortable armless side chairs with padded backs and seats are placed along the left and right walls on the main floor. One or two rows of chairs may be available. Side chairs are not available for sale online. Call the Box Office to purchase these seats.
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ALL SUBSCRIBERS: Download the 2016-17 Order Form from OldSchoolSquare.org
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EXCHANGES
Some exchanges will be allowed based on availability. Exchange fees may apply. For more information contact the Box Office for the complete exchange policy.
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