MCCC Events 16/17 brochure

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Shenandoah Bee Gees Gold Junie B. Jones Brad Wenzel - Comedian Classic Albums Live – The Beatles Dodworth Band Blues Big Gig Say Goodnight Gracie Miss Nelson is Missing

Alan Safier as George Burns in

Say Goodnight Gracie Saturday, March 4

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Shenandoah

Opening Act: Monroe County’s Own Cory Young

Saturday, October 22 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $25 / VIP SEATING: $35* When country music lovers talk about the greatest groups in the genre, Shenandoah is always at the forefront of any discussion. With distinctive vocals and skilled musicianship, the band has recorded nine studio albums, placed 26 singles on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart, and is working on its first studio album in 10 years.

Shenandoah is best known for hits such as “Two Dozen Roses,” “Church on Cumberland Road” and “Next to You, Next to Me,” as well as classics such as “I Want to be Loved Like That.”

Opening for Shenadoah will be Monroe County native Cory Young. It’s often said that songwriting comes from life experience, and Cory’s music is a perfect example. He grew up spending time between the white sandy beaches of Hawaii and running dirt roads on his 4-wheeler in the rural town of Carleton, Mich. It is this upbringing and nearly a decade in the Nashville music scene that shapes the music he plays today. Best described as country with a little salt and lime, you’ll find a mix of Island Country and Americana. *VIP Seating includes balcony seating, munchies and cash bar. www.shenandoahband.com

Bee Gees Gold A Tribute to the Bee Gees

Saturday, November 11 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $25 / VIP SEATING: $35*

John Acosta’s portrayal of Bee Gees lead singer Barry Gibb is the ultimate salute and will have audience members feeling as if they are actually seeing the band live and in its prime. With detailed vocal stylings, Acosta, Daryl Borges (Robin) and Jeff Celentano (Maurice) recreate the sensation that was the Brothers Gibb from the 1960s through the 1970s. Bee Gees Gold will perform early hits like “Massachusetts” and “I Started a Joke,” as well as Disco classics like “Stayin’ Alive” and “You Should be Dancing.” *VIP Seating includes balcony seating, munchies and cash bar. www.beegeesgold.com

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From the group that brought you the Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin Tributes

Classic Albums Live Presents:

The Beatles - Abbey Road Saturday, January 21 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $27 / VIP SEATING: $37* Since 2003, Classic Albums Live has earned a reputation of painstakingly recreating - note-for-note and cut-for-cut – some of rock music’s most indelible albums. Now, 40 years after The Beatles recorded their final studio album, a hand-picked collection of 17 musicians will come together to perform, in its entirety, one of the most influential popular music recordings of all time – the rock masterpiece Abbey Road.

Presented by: *VIP Seating includes balcony seating, munchies and cash bar. www.classicalbumslive.com

The Dodworth Band

Saturday, February 4 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $12

Under the direction of Mark Felder, The Dodworth Saxhorn Band, headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich., is America’s premier 19th-century brass band. Presenting performances in the context of the social and political issues of the time, the DSB recreates the music and atmosphere of a 19th-century community brass band.

The band is modeled after the Dodworth Band of New York City, which was the premier brass band in the U.S. from the 1840s to the 1880s. www.dodworth.org

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Brad Wenzel

Saturday, December 17 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $12 / VIP SEATING: $20* Local comedian and Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central graduate Brad Wenzel is known for his offbeat, one-liner comedy. He is a professional comedian, so don’t be thrown by his youth and unassuming presence on stage. Described as “the tin-can-kicker of comedy” Brad will surely light up your night as he methodically wins you over with his dry delivery and a barrage of clever jokes. Last year, Brad made his television debut on “Conan.” He has opened for legends like Gilbert Gottfried and Louie Anderson and appeared at prominent showcases, including Meltdown in Los Angeles, Knitting Factory in New York and Comedians You Should Know in Chicago.

For Mature Audiences Only. *VIP Seating includes balcony seating, munchies and cash bar. www.bradcomedy.com/bradcomedy.com

Alan Safier as George Burns in

Say Goodnight Gracie Saturday, March 4 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $20 / VIP SEATING: $30* 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 and funniest centenarian, George Burns. With vintage photographs and video clips from film and television performances, “Say Goodnight Gracie” brings to life Burns’s fascinating story. *VIP Seating includes balcony seating, munchies and cash bar. www.bsoinc.com/roster/say-goodnight-gracie

MCC C S P E CIAL E V ENTS Band and Chorale Concert

Agora Chorale Concert

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

Agora Chorale Concert and MCCC’s Prelude Children’s Chorus

Symphony Band Concert

Monday, October 24 / 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, December 6 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

Symphony Band Concert

Monday, December 12 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

Tuesday, April 25 / 7:30 p.m.

Monday, May 1 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

MCCC’s Prelude Children’s Chorus

Monday, May 8 / 7 p.m.

(Please note that start time is different from other events.)

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

Band and Chorale Concert Monday, February 27 / 7:30 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE

The Big Gig!

Monroe County’s 30th Annual Black History Month Blues Concert

Saturday, February 25 / 7 p.m.

(Please note that start time is different from other events.)

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: FREE Doors will open at 6 p.m.

MCCC partners once again with the Monroe County Library System and a unique “Blues Coalition” of community co-sponsors to cap off Monroe County’s 30th Annual Black History Month Blues Series with a once-in-a-lifetime concert starring Rev. Robert B. Jones and an all-alumni anniversary lineup of audience favorites from the past three decades of blues and roots music in Monroe. The Big Gig! line-up and the rest of the 30th Annual Black History Month Blues Series schedule will be announced in late 2016.

Antiques in April

Saturday, April 1 / 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, April 2 / 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WELCH HEALTH EDUCATION BUILDING GENERAL ADMISSION: $3

Collectors’ dreams come true as MCCC hosts its 16th-annual Antiques in April Show and Sale featuring an unprecedented display of high-quality antiques and collectibles from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries.

Stage and Screen

Saturday, April 8 / 7:30 p.m. • Sunday, April 9 / 3 p.m.

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER RESERVED SEATING: $14

Pull the curtains up and light the lights as MCCC’s Inside Out Dance Ensemble and Director Kellie Lajiness escort you scene by scene for “Stage and Screen.” With movie themes and musical scores, please take your seats for dramatic dancing galore!

C H I L DRE N’S S E RI E S Junie B. Jones Essential Survival Guide to School

Friday, November 18 / 7 p.m.

(One hour in length, recommended for grades K-5) (Please note start time is different from other events.)

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: $5 Now that JUNIE B. JONES has been going to school for over one-and-a-half years, who better to write the book on EVERYTHING you need to know? From bus rules to band-aids, carpools to cookies, Junie B. and friends deliver the definitive word on surviving and thriving in style. It’s all-new musical adventure based on Barbara Park’s popular book. www.theatreworksusa.org

Miss Nelson is Missing Friday, March 24 / 7 p.m.

(One hour in length, recommended for grades K-5) (Please note start time is different from other events.)

LA-Z-BOY CENTER, MEYER THEATER GENERAL ADMISSION: $5 The students in Room 207 were the worst-behaved class in the whole school even though they had the sweetest teacher of all, Miss Nelson. But when Miss Nelson unexpectedly does not come to school one day, the class gets the strictest substitute they have ever met: Miss Viola Swamp! The search is on for Miss Nelson, who seems to have vanished.

This lighthearted musical from Two Beans Productions reminds us all to show appreciation to those that we value! www.theatreworksusa.org

C OM MU NITY THE AT ER The Monroe Community Players bring more than 70 years of tremendous community-based theater to the exquisite Meyer Theater for their 2016-17 season.

Aresenic and Old Lace October 14-16 Best Christmas Pageant Ever December 2-4 Social Security April 21-23 Mary Poppins June 9-11

Ticket prices for all Monroe Community Players shows at the Meyer Theater: Non-Musical $18 for adults $16 for seniors 62 and over $13 for students 6-18 $5 for children 5 and under Musicals $20 for adults $18 for seniors 62 and over $13 for students 6-18 $5 for children 5 and under

Please check the Monroe Community Players website for more information.

Tickets can be purchased by calling the Monroe Community Players at (734) 241-7900 or visiting www.monroecommunityplayers.org.

NOTE: All shows and ticket prices are subject to change.

T I C K ET I NF O RM ATI ON

You can purchase tickets:

Catering for Groups

• On the Web at: www.monroeccc.edu/theater

In conjunction with one of our events, groups of 20 or more can take advantage of the beautiful spaces right inside the La-Z-Boy Center by holding a gathering in one of our reception areas.

From a simple reception to a complete dinner, let us help you provide an event your group won’t soon forget. Please call Tom Ryder at (734) 384-4201 for more information and availability.

• Via phone using VISA, MasterCard or American Express by calling the MCCC Ticket Hotline at (734) 384-4272 • In person at the MCCC Cashier’s Office in the Warrick Student Services/ Administration Building (Building A) Tickets may also be purchased at the door, if available. All sales are final.

No refunds or exchanges. Event information is subject to change at the discretion of MCCC.

Donate Today to Cultural Arts at MCCC

The Foundation at MCCC is working to establish a Cultural Enrichment Discounts Endowment dedicated to maintaining and expanding the cultural programs and Groups of 15 or more, seniors, and MCCC staff and students can receive a events held at the college. For more $2 discount off the full ticket price when information, go to www.monroeccc. edu/foundation/enrichment.html, or tickets are purchased in person at the MCCC Cashier’s Office prior to the day call (734) 384-4214. of the event. Discounts will not be given the day of the performance. Tickets are Tickets Make Excellent Gifts based on availability, so please make Gift certificates for MCCC events are your plans early. available at the MCCC Cashier’s Office.

Student Rush

Monroe County Community College students with a valid student I.D. can purchase up to two tickets at half price 30 minutes before the start of any show.

Monroe County Community College is an equal opportunity institution and adheres to a policy that no qualified person shall be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, marital status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, height, weight or veteran’s status in any program or activity for which it is responsible.

The La-Z-Boy Center provides exciting opportunities for students and the community and is flexible enough to respond to three different and equally important needs – cultural arts programming, customized training for business and industry, and unparalleled space for community activities and conferences.

MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

5-Year Maintenance and Improvement Millage

PROTECTING OUR COLLEGE

Due to substantial losses in property tax revenue, Monroe County Community College has had to delay many maintenance and improvement needs that are now critical to its future.

How Will the Money be Used?

• Safety: Enhance and improve safety and security across campus, including a door key card system, emergency lighting, security cameras and fire sprinkler systems.

• Accessibility: Make facilities accessible for people with disabilities, including the Learning Assistance Lab, restrooms, elevators and door hardware.

• Technology: Upgrade technology network infrastructure, including updates to classrooms and the fiber optic network.

• Updating the Learning Environment: Renovate specific areas to maintain and improve the academic environment. These include the Library and various classrooms.

• Deferred Maintenance: Ensure and maintain the quality of facilities campus-wide through roof repairs and replacement of doors, windows, roofs and other outdated items.

VOTE

For more information, please go to www.monroeccc.edu/millage.

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