2021-2022 IRSC Performing Arts Season Brochure

INDIAN RIVER STATE COLLEGE Performing & Visual Arts Department 3209 Virginia Avenue Fort Pierce, FL 34981-5596

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FT. PIERCE, FL PERMIT NO. 281

2021-2022 SEASON • INDIAN RIVER STATE COLLEGE

The Performing Arts

DEAR PATRONS: It is hard to believe that it was over a year ago when we closed our mainstage musical production of Grease and left the IRSC Massey Campus for a much-needed Spring Break, expecting to return in one week and continue with our subsequent productions of the 2019–2020 season. One week turned into eight months and more, as the COVID-19 pandemic closed our beloved theatre spaces to public events and forced our creative teams to think outside the “black box” (literally).

To those of you who were able to join us for our innovative, outdoor productions and concerts of the 2020–2021 season, thank you for your support and trust in us to provide you quality entertainment, at a time when we all needed it most.

And now, in the Fall of 2021, we are thrilled to announce that we will be back and better than ever on the McAlpin stage and at the Wynne Black Box, where we truly have got “Magic to Do.” Our faculty, students and staff have assembled an incredible season of plays, concerts, musical offerings and even original films to welcome you back to the spaces you love. The McAlpin OnStage and Wynne Black Box productions and concerts offer a little something for everyone this season, including a haunted-house thriller for Halloween weekend and a holiday music concert in December, culminating in our big spring musical: Pippin (which celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2022).

So join us and celebrate all the magic of the performing arts in one of the most affordable, quality entertainment venues in the Treasure Coast region. Your ticket purchase not only gains you admission to these incredible shows, but also helps fund scholarships for our performing arts students—making you an important part of their artistic careers. So don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to make a difference in these students’ lives.

INDIAN RIVER STATE COLLEGE IS PROUD TO PRESENT

2O21/2O22 McALPIN OnSTAGE! New subscription available August 16 (the following 7 shows for $70).

Individual tickets available September 7.

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1. THE UNINVITED • by Tim Kelly • Drama

Oct. 28, 29, 30 at 7:00 p.m. & Oct. 30 at 2:00 p.m.

Celebrate Halloween weekend with this chilling stage adaptation of Dorothy Macardle’s classic ghost story where new tenants Pam and Roddy soon discover their house full of long-hidden secrets, painful memories and vengeful spirits may be more than they bargained for.

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

2. THIS ONE’S FOR YOU! • McAlpin Music

Nov. 18, 19, 20 at 7:00 p.m. & Nov. 20 at 2:00 p.m.

Join the IRSC Company Singers, Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo under the direction of Dr. Dale Rieth and Dr. John Southall in a celebration of classic jazz, pop and Broadway music from past to present. The Company Singers present their first “Best of Show” program with selections from turn-of-the-century styles to contemporary Top 40. Video cameras “live stream” individual performers on projection screens during the concert. This is a must see for all!

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

3. HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS • McAlpin Music

Dec. 2, 3, 4 at 7:00 p.m. & Dec. 4 at 2:00 p.m.

Under the direction of Dr. John Southall and Dr. Dale Rieth, the IRSC Wind Ensemble celebrates the most heartwarming holiday music of our time. This first presentation of “Greatest Hits of the IRSC Chorale” includes a variety of seasonal selections—secular and sacred, classical and popular. Video cameras “live stream” individual performers on projection screens during the concert. Come one and all to this very festive event which concludes with an audience sing along!

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

5. SING SING SING! • McAlpin Music

Feb. 17, 18, 19 at 7:00 p.m. & Feb. 19 at 2:00 p.m.

Join the IRSC Company Singers, Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo under the direction of Dr. John Southall and Dr. Dale Rieth in a celebration of classic big band, Broadway and popular music for all ages. The Jazz Ensemble features student soloists while the Company Singers perform choreographed interpretations of select literature. Video cameras “live stream” individual performers on projection screens during the concert. You won’t want to miss this performance!

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

6. PIPPIN • by Stephen Schwartz and Roger Hirson • Musical March 10, 11, 12 at 7:00 p.m. & March 12 at 2:00 p.m.

Join us in celebration of the 50th anniversary of this classic Fosse musical masterpiece as young Pippin, Charlemagne’s son and crown prince of the Holy Roman Empire, searches for meaning in his life. This pop/ Motown-influenced score by Stephen Schwartz features classics “Corner of the Sky,” “Magic to Do” and “Morning Glow” brought to life through the electrifying jazz dance styles of Bob Fosse.

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

7. FROM CLASSICAL TO CONTEMPORARY

4. THE IMAGINARY INVALID • by Moliere • Comedy

Jan. 13, 14, 15 at 7:00 p.m. & Jan. 15 at 2:00 p.m.

In honor of Moliere’s 400th birthday (born January, 1622), this hilarious satire of hypochondriacs being fleeced by greedy con-artists is sure to tickle your funny bone. In a flashy new update set to the groovy vibes and tunes of 1969, our hero Argan learns that blood is indeed thicker than water.

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

McAlpin Music April 7, 8, 9 at 7:00 p.m. and April 9 at 2:00 p.m.

Under the direction of Dr. Dale Rieth and Dr. John Southall, join the IRSC Wind Ensemble in a performance of classical and contemporary music spanning over 60 years with a sequence of Broadway “Pops” selections highlighting the performance series. The IRSC Chorale features selections from large-scale classical works. Video cameras “live stream” individual performers on projection screens during the concert. All are invited to this exciting performance!

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

See reverse page for additional shows not included in your subscription package.

OTHER SHOWS (not part of the subscription package)

JOURNEYS: AN EVENING OF ONE-ACT PLAYS

Wynne Black Box Theatre Sept. 23, 24, 25 at 7:00 p.m. & Sept. 25 at 2:00 p.m.

Opening the 2021–2022 theatre season is an evening of five one-act plays written by Alexander Nathan Kanter.

Spanning a variety of settings from the Garden of Eden to the River Styx to Ellis Island to a post-apocalyptic parking lot, each follows a unique kind of journey—from innocence to awareness, from living to dying, from oppression to freedom, and from blindness to vision.

Tickets are $5.

DR. RIETH PRESENTS PIANO CONCERT

McAlpin Music Saturday, January 8 at 2:00 p.m.

Dr. Dale Rieth once again delights audiences with a solo piano/vocal program. In response to high demand, he incorporates personal favorites from the classical piano repertoire (Chopin, Ravel), as well as popular music favorites (Gershwin, Kern) with a special emphasis upon the Swing Era (Teddy Wilson). Get your tickets soon and be sure not to miss what is sure to be a memorable concert.

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

FROM STAGE TO SCREEN: TWO MODERN-DAY MORALITY PLAYS

Wynne Black Box Theatre April 1, 2 at 7:00 p.m. & April 2 at 2:00 p.m.

In collaboration with the Digital Media and E-Learning departments, IRSC Performing Arts presents entirely filmed adaptations of two avant-garde American oneact plays—The Game by Louise Bryant and The Beggar and the King by Winthrop Parkhurst. Live performances (by the same casts) follow the screenings of these films. The show concludes with a talkback between the audience, actors and creative team comparing the film version with the live performance.

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

INTIMATE APPAREL • by Lynn Nottage • Drama

Wynne Black Box Theatre May 19, 20, 21 at 7:00 p.m. & May 21 at 2:00 p.m.

This unforgettable piece of contemporary American theatre tells the moving story of a turn-of-thenineteenth-century, African American seamstress, grappling with an abusive marriage while helping her female clients navigate their own romantic struggles.

Tickets are $15 (or $10 for subscription holders).

PORT ST. LUCIE COMMUNITY BAND

December 8, February 23, March 30 at 7:00 p.m.

The Port St Lucie Community Band under the direction of Dr. John Southall presents a series of concerts dedicated to the Treasure Coast community!

Admission is free and open to the public.

CALL TOLL-FREE — 1-8OO-22O-9915 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Monday–Friday

SEASON TICKET HOLDER ORDER FORM

WANT TO ORDER TICKETS? Become a Season Ticket Holder and order today!

Ordering individual tickets? Check the reverse side.

Season Ticket Holders get first priority, so individual requests will not be processed until after September 7.

Questions? Contact us at 772-462-4750.

WHY BECOME A SEASON TICKET HOLDER? • Get ALL 7 MAINSTAGE SHOWS FOR $70!

(That’s just $10 each, a savings of more than 30% over the regular ticket price).

• Enjoy first priority reserved seats. Season Ticket Holders get to reserve seats before they open up to the public.

• With your subscription package, you get the same seats, same time for all shows in the package. You also have the opportunity to renew your same seats the following season.

• Season Ticket Holders also receive a discount on shows which are not part of the subscription package. We have many other performances throughout the season in both the McAlpin and Black Box. • Check the opposite side for information on additional shows, and YES, you can purchase those tickets at the discounted rate when you are a Season Ticket Holder.

HOW TO BECOME A SEASON TICKET HOLDER Step 1: PICK YOUR PACKAGE. The packages are offered for Thursday night at 7:00 p.m., Friday at 7:00 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

Check one:

Thursday at 7:00 p.m.

How many packages:

X $70 =

Friday at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday at 2:00 p.m.

Saturday at 7:00 p.m.

Step 2: PICK OTHER SHOWS (not part of the subscription package). As a Season Ticket Holder, select other shows at the discounted rate. See reverse side for Order Form of the additional shows.

Step 3: COMPLETE THE PAYMENT SECTION ON THE NEXT PAGE AND RETURN TO: IRSC Box Office 3209 Virginia Avenue Fort Pierce, Florida 34981 Box Office Hours: Monday—Friday, 11:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.

Call 772-462-4750 or 1-800-220-9915.

ADDITIONAL SHOWS FOR

SEASON TICKET HOLDERS Season Ticket Holders receive these additional shows at the discounted rate.

These shows are not part of the subscription package.

Show Title Showdescriptions Title (See brochure for show and dates)

Journeys: An Evening of One-Act Plays Dr. Rieth Presents Piano Concert From Stage to Screen Intimate Apparel

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Intimate Apparel Black Box $10 for season ticket holders = The Uninvited (Theatre) McAlpin Complete this form and return it after Tuesday, September 7, $15 2021.

TOTAL This One's for You (Theatre) McAlpin $15 Season Ticket Holders get first priority, so individual ticket requests will not be processed until after Home for the Holidays (Theatre) McAlpin September 7, 2021. Complete this form, or call the Box Office to purchase$15 individual tickets.

Dr. Rieth Presents Piano Concert McAlpin The Imaginary Invalid (Theatre) McAlpin Sing Sing Sing!

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772-462-4750

YOU’VE GOT QUESTIONS? WE’VE GOT ANSWERS!

BOX OFFICE FAQs

We are ready to help!

Need to know if a particular performance is appropriate for your child?

Have questions about accessible seating? Need directions?

No matter your question, we can help. Just contact us at 772-462-4750.

TO ORDER TICKETS

Everyone is required to have a ticket for all events.

Call the McAlpin Fine Arts Center Box Office at 772-462-4750 or toll-free within Florida, 1-800-220-9915.

You can also visit us in person.

Box Office hours of operation: Monday–Friday, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

In addition, the Box Office is open one hour prior to performance time for in-person sales.

WE’RE ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM!

ORDERING TICKETS ONLINE

WE’RE FLEXIBLE–EVEN WHEN LIFE IS NOT.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

Like our page, IRSC Performing and Visual Arts for posts and updates of our performances!

Life can be unpredictable. Buying tickets shouldn’t be. If your schedule changes, we can help. Need to exchange your tickets for a different performance? Just call the McAlpin Fine Arts Center Box Office at 772-462-4750, and our staff will be happy to help. However, the same seats cannot be guaranteed with an exchange.

Exchanged seats can also potentially affect Season Ticket Holders’ seats. Please always check your tickets, and provide at least 24 hours notice.

MAY WE SUGGEST?

If you are not able to use or exchange your tickets, we suggest donating them to the Box Office for another patron’s use. IRSC’s policy prohibits refunds on tickets, except in the case of an event cancellation, (e.g., hurricanes.)

Visit our webpage at www.irsc.edu.

Select the COMMUNITY tab and then Arts & Culture.

IRSC MASSEY CAMPUS 3209 VIRGINIA AVE., FORT PIERCE

• McAlpin Fine Arts Center is located on the northeastern part of the IRSC Massey Campus in Fort Pierce. Parking is on the north and east sides of Building T. • Wynne Black Box Theatre is located on the northeastern part of the IRSC Massey Campus in Fort Pierce. The theatre is inside Building R next to the McAlpin. Parking is on the east side of Building R. For more detailed driving directions, call the IRSC Box Office at 772-462-4750.

Request wheelchair seating at time of ticket purchase, or choose wheelchair seating options when purchasing tickets online.

Many of our performances are suitable for children. If you have any doubts about the suitability of a particular event, call the Box Office and we’ll let you know the recommended age range.

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CHILDREN

GROUP TICKETS

We love having groups! We are happy to offer group ticket seating. All group tickets must be purchased for the same performance, at the same time, from the McAlpin Fine Arts Center Box Office in person or by phone. With groups of 10 or more, you pay just $10 per ticket.

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