Opening Nights - 2019-20 Season Brochure

at F L O R I D A S TAT E UNIVERSITY

2019 – 20 S E ASO N

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SPONSORS DIAMOND LEVEL

LOUIS E IRELAND HUMPHREY EXCELLENCE FUND

JIM TAYLOR

P L AT I N U M L E V E L

RON SACHS & GAY WEBSTER-SACHS

GOLD LEVEL L INDA SMITH

K EN K ATO & NAN NAGY

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S I LV E R L EV E L HERB & MARY JERVIS

BERNADETTE & ROGER LUCA

JIM & BETTY ANN RODGERS

LAURIE & KELLY DOZIER ENDOWMENT

MIKEY BESTEBREURTJE & WILSON BAKER

BRONZE LEVEL ARCHITECTURE INTERIOR DESIGN PLANNING

C H AR L ES S. & SUSAN A. ST RAT TON

Architects Lewis + Whitlock

D R. RO D NEY REEVES

STEP HA NIE & ERWIN JAC KSO N

TER ESA BEAZ L EY WID M E R

CYN T H I A T I E & J OH N TAYLOR

L AR RY & J O DE E B

DYL AN SU M N E R & R EGAN JAG E R

LEE HINKLE

THE VAUG H N FAM I LY

IN-KIND SPONSORS

SPONSOR SUPPORT DOES NOT INDICATE ARTISTS’ ENDORSEMENT OF ANY PRODUCT OR SERVICE.

GILCHRIST ROSS CROWE ARCHITECTS

Be Inspired by the Renowned and the Unknown

W

orld-class performing artists have an ability to inspire, transform and connect us with unique experiences.

From the renowned to the unknown, from the conventional to the experimental, Opening Nights aspires to stimulate an interesting path ripe with new discoveries for you.

The 2019-20 season offers a broad mix of artists and genres, and I hope that our visiting artists will have a positive impact on you.

The performing arts can uncover limitless possibilities of discovery, hope and enjoyment in the midst of what is becoming an increasingly complex and thought-provoking world.

Please consider exploring new horizons with emerging artists with whom you may not be familiar along with those that are a part of your established aesthetic comfort zone. The uniqueness of individual and group talents who will grace our stages throughout the season can lead you to new resources on which to draw for your future reflections and gratification.

On behalf of all who make Opening Nights possible, welcome to the coming season at Florida State University.

Warmly,

Michael Blachly Director, Opening Nights at Florida State University

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2019–20 SEASON CALENDAR Roanoke

JULY

NOVEMBER

16

4

Roanoke

Americana, folk

12

James LeBlanc & The Winchesters

country, roots

19

Sister Hazel

TICKETS ON SALE TO GENERAL PUBLIC

SEPTEMBER 16

St. Paul & The Broken Bones

soul, rock

23

Matt Dusk

country, folk, rock

DECEMBER

jazz

OCTOBER 3

Hiplet Ballerinas

dance, ballet

7

Slocan Ramblers

bluegrass

10

Shana Tucker

ChamberSoul, jazz

16

Julie Fowlis

Celtic, folk

31

The Magic of Kevin Spencer

family, illusion, sensory-friendly

DATES, TIMES AND PROGRAMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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10

Canadian Brass holiday, instrumental

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, photo by Zoran Jelenic

JANUARY 8

The Righteous Brothers

pop

28

Kristin Chenoweth

30

vocal, Broadway

Cristina Pato Quartet

22

30

George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain instrumental, pop

Chris Botti jazz, pop, crossover

world, instrumental

FEBRUARY 1

Star Force Academy

family

2

PRISM

classical, jazz, marching band, pop

5

Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar

gospel

8

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

ballet, comedy, dance

11

The Pirates of Penzance

comedic opera

13

Black Violin

hip-hop, instrumental, jazz

14

The Beach Boys

pop

16

Al Stewart

singer-songwriter

27

Steve Solomon

Black Violin, photo by Colin Brenhan

comedy

MARCH

APRIL

2

Riders in the Sky western, comedy

1

The Second City

comedy, improv

5

Sir James Galway classical, recital

16

Chain of Parks Art Festival Event

spoken word, visual arts

7

Ryan Hamilton

27

Dala

comedy

folk, pop

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Purchase Tickets ONLINE

TICKET INFORMATION

openingnights.fsu.edu Credit cards only. $1-per-ticket service fee applied.

BY PHONE 850.644.7670

Tickets go on sale to the General Public on

TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2019, at 11 A.M. Opening Nights Sponsors and Members are able to purchase tickets before the general public. Sponsors and their employees may start purchasing tickets on Thursday, May 30 at 11 a.m. Sponsors will be emailed instructions to share with their employees on how to purchase tickets online.

Membership Ticket Purchase Dates:

Members enjoy priority ticket ordering based on membership level and will be emailed instructions on how to purchase tickets during their time frame.

Debut: July 9–15

Producer’s Circle: June 11–17 Partner: June 18–24 Friend: June 25–July 1 Associate: July 2–8

Please note: Opening Nights does not limit the number of tickets available for purchase for sponsors, members or the public.

Student and Child Tickets

Full-time college students with a valid student ID and children under the age of 18 are eligible for $10 Rush tickets on the day of the show. Exclusions apply. Please visit OpeningNights.fsu.edu/tickets for details.

FSU Employee Tickets

All FSU employees receive a $5 discount on each ticket purchased for most performances. Limit 2 discounted tickets per performance. FSU employees who are Opening Nights members may purchase tickets during their applicable member-level time frame and receive the discount. Please visit OpeningNights.fsu.edu/tickets.

Group Tickets

Discounted tickets for groups of 10 or more are available for many performances.

Contact OpeningNights@fsu.edu or 850.644.7670 for details.

Pre-show Emails

Opening Nights sends parking and event information via email before each performance.

Please contact OpeningNights@fsu.edu or 850.644.7670 if your email address changes to ensure we have your updated contact information.

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Credit cards only. $1-per-ticket service fee applied.

Weekdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

IN PERSON Opening Nights NEW Ticket Office LOCATION! Credit cards and checks accepted. $1-per-ticket service fee applied.

The Opening Nights Ticket Office is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The office is located inside the Westcott Building, on the second floor in Suite 216. Free short-term parking is available in the Westcott Welcome Center located on the corner of College Avenue and Copeland Street.

Delivery Fees Print-at-home tickets* have no delivery fees and are available for all tickets purchased online or by phone. Please select the option when ordering online or when placing your order by phone.

Mail Delivery Tickets* have an additional $5-per-order service fee. *Print-at-home tickets and mail delivery are not available for FSU employee, student, group or other discounted ticket purchases that require proof of identification.

Service and delivery fees are not refundable.

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VENUES

FRED TURNER AUDITORIUM

PEBBLE HILL PLANTATION

Tallahassee Community College Fine and Performing Arts Center 444 Appleyard Drive

1251 U.S. Highway 319 South Thomasville, Georgia

GOODWOOD MUSEUM AND GARDENS

RICHARD G. FALLON THEATRE

The Carriage House 1600 Miccosukee Road

Florida State University Fine Arts Building 540 W. Call Street

OPPERMAN MUSIC HALL

RUBY DIAMOND CONCERT HALL

Florida State University Kuersteiner Music Building 114 N. Copeland Street

Florida State University Westcott Building 222 S. Copeland Street

For additional information on venues, parking and maps, visit: OpeningNights.fsu.edu/visit

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MONDAY

September

16 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$60 | $50 | $40 850.644.7670 GENRE

soul, rock

Photo by McNair Evans

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St. Paul & The Broken Bones St. Paul & The Broken Bones formed in 2012, releasing their debut album Half the City in 2014 and its follow up, 2016’s Sea of Noise, to much acclaim, placing them on the national scene. The band worked hard to prove they were no mere retro-soul band— from relentlessly touring, including opening for The Rolling Stones, headlining at the Ryman Auditorium, to TV appearances including The Late Show with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Conan, Late Night with Seth Meyers, Austin City Limits, and three appearances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. In the band’s new album, Young Sick Camellia (RECORDS), St. Paul & The Broken Bones has created a space to rival any forward-thinking band making music today, based on a concept all-too familiar: family, and how we love them despite our differences.

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MONDAY

September

23 7:30 P.M.

LOCATION

Opperman Music Hall TICKETS

$45

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Photo by Maciej Nowak

GENRE

jazz

Sinatra with Matt Dusk “Dusk is waist deep in grandiose arrangements that are dripping with Sin City excess and turns the clock back some four decades with excellence.” — JazzTimes Sinatra. All that cool, classy style and energy from the Rat Pack shows of yesterday are right here, right now. Take a journey with award-winning, multi-platinum selling crooner Matt Dusk as he whisks you away to Las Vegas in 1966 where he pays homage to his hero Frank Sinatra. With new arrangements by GRAMMY® Award winning arrangers Pat Williams and Sammy Nestico, Dusk transports you back in time to one of music’s most elegant eras. A time when “Come Fly With Me,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “Fly Me To The Moon” and “One For My Baby” dominated the charts.

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THURSDAY

October

3

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$35 | $20

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

dance, ballet

Hiplet Ballerinas

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Hiplet fuses classical pointe technique with African, Latin, hip-hop and urban dance styles that are rooted in communities of color. By mixing ballet with current popular songs familiar to audiences who don’t normally attend ballet, Hiplet is making ballet accessible to all. Performances may incorporate the rhythms of African drums with Tchaikovsky, arabesques and beat-boxing or even tango en pointe—all while showcasing Hiplet’s trademark sass, hip movements, and struts to popular music such as Black Violin or Beyoncé. After features on Good Morning America, Buzzfeed and The Huffington Post, this new art form has gone viral since spring 2016. Partnerships with Mercedes Benz, Vogue’s Anna Wintour, New York and Paris Fashion Week, W Magazine, Versace and Old Navy, to name a few, have culminated in an incredible worldwide demand for choreographer Homer Bryant’s innovative technique.

MONDAY

October

7

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Goodwood Museum & Gardens TICKETS

$40

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Photo by Jen Squires

GENRE

bluegrass

Slocan Ramblers “If you’ve grown tired of the same old sounds, here’s a band who reinvents a genre.” — Bluegrass Unlimited The Slocan Ramblers are Canada’s bluegrass band to watch. Rooted in tradition, fearlessly creative and possessing a bold, dynamic sound, The Slocans have become a leading light of today’s acoustic music scene. With a reputation for energetic live shows, impeccable musicianship and an uncanny ability to convert anyone within earshot into a lifelong fan, The Slocans have been winning over audiences from Merlefest to RockyGrass and everywhere in between. The Slocans’ performances showcase their unique blend of bluegrass, old-time and folk with deep song writing, lightning fast instrumentals and sawdust-thick vocals. This is roots music without pretension, music intended to make you feel something—say hello to your new favorite band.

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THURSDAY

October

10 7:30 P.M.

LOCATION

TICKETS

$35

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

ChamberSoul, jazz

Photo by Chris Charles for Creative Silence

Opperman Music Hall

Shana Tucker

ChamberSoul™ Cello & Songs A jazz talent “...whose imprint and vitality has already been quite visible...” — JazzTimes With a deep respect for lyrical storytelling, cellist/singer-songwriter Shana Tucker delivers a unique voice through her self-described genre of ChamberSoul™. Shana’s melodies weave strong hints of jazz, classical, soulful folk, acoustic pop and a touch of R&B into a distinctive rhythmic tapestry. Having opened for internationally-acclaimed artists including Norah Jones, Sweet Honey in the Rock, the Blind Boys of Alabama and Indigo Girls, Shana’s vocals and cello are featured on several studio and live recording projects by both independent and signed label artists and producers. Shana’s style and sound have been described as a blend of Dianne Reeves, Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman with an efficient complexity that is reminiscent of Bill Withers.

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WEDNESDAY

October

16 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Goodwood Museum & Gardens TICKETS

$45

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE Photo by Craig Mackay

Celtic, folk

Julie Fowlis With roots firmly in the Scottish Gaelic culture and an exquisite voice, Julie Fowlis is able to bring folk music out of the past and into something contemporary, dynamic and irresistible. She is a multi-award-winning Gaelic singer who is deeply influenced by her early upbringing in the Outer Hebridean island of North Uist. Fowlis will forever be recognized for singing the theme song to Brave, Disney Pixar’s Oscar, Golden Globe and British Academy of Film and Television Arts winning animated film, set in the ancient highlands of Scotland. She has been nominated as Folk Singer of the Year at the 2018 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, and Best Artist at the Songlines World Music Awards. Fowlis has collaborated, recorded and performed with artists such as violin virtuoso Nicola Benedetti, and acclaimed singers Aled Jones, GRAMMYŽ Award winning James Taylor and Mary Chapin Carpenter.

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THURSDAY

October

31 6:30 P.M.

LOCATION

Opperman Music Hall TICKETS

$10

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family, illusion, sensory-friendly

Photo by Hocus Pocus, Inc.

GENRE

The Magic of Kevin Spencer

A Sensory-Friendly, Relaxed Family Performance

Join us on Halloween for a relaxed, sensory-friendly evening of family festivities designed for children of all ages and abilities. The Magic of Kevin Spencer features the extraordinary magician in a fun-filled show that combines storytelling, stage magic and audience participation. The show is appropriate for children with autism or with other developmental or intellectual disabilities that create sensory sensitivities. Be entertained by baffling magic in a relaxed, judgment-free environment. Kevin Spencer has earned accolades spanning an impressive 25-year career including 2009 International Magician of the Year, the 2015 Milbourne Christopher Award honoree for advancing the art of magic, and is a six-time recipient of Performing Arts Entertainer of the Year.

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MONDAY

November

4

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Goodwood Museum & Gardens TICKETS

$40

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

Americana, folk

Roanoke “Brimming with optimism, youthful exuberance and creative energy…”

— The Huffington Post Meeting at a junction of Americana, indie rock and folk, Roanoke is a rising band out of Nashville. The band creates rich harmonies and unforgettable songs of love, heartbreak and exploration. Roanoke uses their undeniable musical chemistry to create a unique and captivating sound full of cultural influences, roots instrumentation and catchy, memorable melodies. Their self-titled debut album Roanoke is an invigoratingly classic Americana album filled with modern yet vintage tunes that make the audience sit and listen to a back-porch tale in true Americana fashion. Roanoke has struck a balance between the narrative songwriting of folk, the ear candy appeal of pop and the roots authenticity of country music. With their growing fan base and energetic live show, they are set to shake the alternative Americana Folk scene in no time.

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TUESDAY

November

12 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

TICKETS

$45

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

country, roots

Photo by Scott Campbell

Goodwood Museum & Gardens

James LeBlanc & The Winchesters “One of the 10 New Country Artists You Need To Know” — Rolling Stone As a songwriter, James LeBlanc has sold over 25 million records, with songs recorded by Rascal Flatts, Martina McBride, Thompson Square, Kenny Chesney, Faith Hill and Tim McGraw. James co-wrote the hit song “Modern Day Bonnie and Clyde” for Travis Tritt.

He also co-wrote the hits “Relentless” for Jason Aldean and “Learning How to Bend” for and with Gary Allan. After years behind the songs, James LeBlanc is now touring with The Winchesters. Playing live and working with talent like Muscle Shoals, artist/vocalist Angela Hacker, GRAMMY® Award winner Jimmy Nutt and players such as Brad Kuhn and Evan Lane are what give The Winchesters a fresh approach and was the impetus for their coming album, The Devil Between My Ears. Hacker, who is a winner of Nashville Star, brings a soulful southern vibe while singing lead on several of the album’s songs.

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TUESDAY

November

19 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$45 | $35

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670

Photo by Dave Schlenker

GENRE

country, folk, rock

Sister Hazel Hailing from Gainesville, Florida, Sister Hazel’s gifted, seasoned musicians’ well-spring of natural talent has been called “one of the Top 100 Most Influential Independent Performers of the last 15 years” by Performing Songwriter Magazine. The band’s song “All For You” topped the adult alternative charts during the summer of 1997 and hit No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100, propelling their album ...Somewhere More Familiar to platinum status. The band released their first country album, Lighter in the Dark, in February 2016.

It made a strong debut, hitting #4 on Billboard’s Top Country Albums chart, #6 on Billboard’s Independent Albums chart, #30 on Billboard’s Top Current Albums chart.

Most recently, Sister Hazel released their “Element” EP series, which includes Water (February 2018), Wind (September 2018) and Fire (February 2019).

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December

10

Photo by Daniel D’Ottavio

TUESDAY

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$40 | $25

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

holiday, instrumental

Canadian Brass Christmas Time is Here

SPONSORED BY

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With an international reputation as one of the most popular brass ensembles today, Canadian Brass has earned the distinction of “the world’s most famous brass group.” In fact, they were the first brass ensemble from the West to perform in the People’s Republic of China. Masters of concert presentations, the brass quintet has an engaging stage presence and rapport with audiences that includes lively dialogue and theatrical effects.

Hallmark to any of their performances is entertainment, spontaneity, and most of all, fun— but never at the expense of the music: the music is central and performed with utmost dedication, skill and excellence. This performance boasts an array of holiday music.

WEDNESDAY

January

8

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$75 | $65

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE Photo by Marshall Meadows

pop

The Righteous Brothers

Bill Medley and Bucky Heard With a string of #1 classics, including the most played song in radio history, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’,” the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Righteous Brothers duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield topped the charts for over four decades. After Bobby’s death in 2003, Bill Medley continued to perform to sold-out crowds around the world, but fans and friends pleaded with him to keep The Righteous Brothers alive. Says Medley, “... No one could ever take Bobby’ s place, but when I caught Bucky Heard’s show it all came together—I found the right guy to help me recreate the magic.” The concert experience features their biggest hits—“Lovin’ Feelin’,” “Soul & Inspiration,” “Unchained Melody,” “Rock and Roll Heaven,” Medley’s GRAMMY®-winning Dirty Dancing theme “The Time of My Life” and much, much more!

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TUESDAY

January

28 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$80 | $65

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GENRE Photo by Krista Schlueter

vocal, Broadway

Kristin Chenoweth in Concert SPONSORED BY

20 | 2019–20 OPENING NIGHTS

Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth’s career spans film, television, voiceover and stage. She received an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in Pushing Daisies, won a Tony Award for You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown and was nominated for her original role of Glinda the Good Witch in the Broadway smash-hit Wicked. She was honored at the 2019 GRAMMYS® on the Hill in Washington D.C. for her charitable contributions to the arts through her Kristin Chenoweth Arts & Education Fund and uses the opportunity to lobby legislators about the importance of arts education and the National Endowment for the Arts. The evening’s performance will offer a mix of songs from her album The Art of Elegance, a collection of American Songbook classics, Broadway and well-known standards.

THURSDAY

January

30 7:30 P.M.

LOCATION

Opperman Music Hall TICKETS

$45

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Photo by Xan Padron

GENRE

world, instrumental

Cristina Pato Quartet Cristina Pato, who recently performed in Ruby Diamond Concert Hall with Silkroad Ensemble, founded by Yo-Yo Ma, is an internationally acclaimed Galician bagpiper master, classical pianist and passionate educator. She devotes her career to cultural exchange and creating new paths for her unique instrument. In 1999, Pato became the first female gaita player to release a solo album and since then she has collaborated with world music, jazz, classical and experimental artists—including Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Yo-Yo Ma, New York Philharmonic and dancers Damian Woetzel and Lil’ Buck. She fuses the influences of Latin music, jazz, pop and contemporary music, and uses her artistry and unprecedented virtuosic skill to bring her musical vision to life. She serves as Learning Advisor for Silkroad and has been an artist-in-residence at a number of universities, including Harvard and the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she develops interdisciplinary learning projects on the role of arts in society.

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SATURDAY

February

1

2:00 P.M.

LOCATION

Fred Turner Auditorium TICKETS

$10

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

Photo by David Engel

family

David Engel’s Star Force Academy

A Madcap Intergalactic Parody

SPONSORED BY

22 | 2019–20 OPENING NIGHTS

A long time ago and not so very far away...children yearned to be Rebels. Your family will thrill as they join the Rebel Alliance and access the Force within! David Engel’s Star Force Academy is a solo, comedy variety show that captivates kids and nostalgic adults alike. Come learn the ways of the Force with Panniken Moonjumper, a true Master of Intergalactic Fun and Adventure. During this laugh-riot parody, your Youngling Warriors, Princesses and Vader’s will be delighted with comic antics, exciting physical challenges, magical mayhem, a visit from a furry alien sidekick and engage in an epic battle to save the Universe! Kids are encouraged to attend in costume. Ages 4+ please.

SUNDAY

February

2

2:00 P.M. LOCATION

Rudy Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$35

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

classical, jazz, marching band, pop

PRISM

A Collaboration with the Florida State University College of Music Featuring students from Florida State’s top-ranked College of Music, PRISM offers a wide array of entertainment from Chamber Winds, Symphonic Band, jazz ensembles, the Marching Chiefs, and many more exciting groups. The Tallahassee Democrat might put it best: “The PRISM shows are built on a more-is-more philosophy…PRISM’s contrast between traditional fare and more experimental groups may be one of the reasons behind the program’s success. Its multifaceted nature makes PRISM a gem among music lovers.

Because of its design, [the performance] offers a unique show depending on where an audience member sits—those in the balcony will be nearer to certain ensembles than those in other sections, and vice versa.” So come experience this unique event that lauds our students and faculty. It’s fantastic, fresh, and not to be missed!

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WEDNESDAY

February

5

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$35 | $25

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

gospel

Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar have carved a unique place for themselves in the music industry through soul-stirring arrangements of contemporary gospel, musical theater, and rich original compositions. The ensemble, organized in 2009, has performed with gospel greats such as Richard Smallwood, VaShawn Mitchell and James Fortune.

Hailing from Augusta, Georgia, McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar are known for their opulent harmonies and beautiful blends, which are showcased throughout their 2012 album Limitless. The 14-track compilation is sprinkled with ballads and anthems of original songs giving glory to God that will bring inspiration and joy to the hearts of those who listen. In addition to their distinct gospel style, Trey McLaughlin & The Sounds of Zamar have inspired audiences with clever arrangements of musical theater covers. Always providing a fresh perspective, the group’s sound is truly authentic while capturing the essence of the original piece.

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SATURDAY

February

8

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$60 | $45

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670

Photo by Zoran Jelenic

GENRE

ballet, comedy, dance

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo was founded in 1974 by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form and en travesty. Les Ballets Trockadero first performed in the late-late shows in Off-Off Broadway lofts. The TROCKS, as they are affectionately known, quickly garnered a major critical essay by Arlene Croce in The New Yorker, and combined with reviews in The New York Times and The Village Voice, established the Company as an artistic and popular success. By mid 1975, the TROCKS’ inspired blend of their loving knowledge of dance, their comic approach, and the astounding fact that men can, indeed, dance en pointe without falling flat on their faces, was being noted beyond New York. Articles and notices in publications such as Variety, Oui, The London Daily Telegraph, as well as a Richard Avedon photo essay in Vogue, have made the company nationally and internationally known.

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TUESDAY

February

11 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$60 | $45

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GENRE

comedic opera

Photo by William Reynolds

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New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players

The Pirates of Penzance SPONSORED BY

J I M TAY LO R

26 | 2019–20 OPENING NIGHTS

This New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players production is your chance to get carried away by Pirates. Join the band of swashbuckling buccaneers, bumbling British bobbies, frolicsome Victorian maidens, and the delightfully dotty “model of a modern MajorGeneral” for a rollicking romp over the rocky coast of Cornwall. This exuberant musical theater masterpiece, directed and conducted by Albert Bergeret with choreography

by Bill Fabris, is performed in its original format. The rich sounds of full orchestra, chorus, and legitimate vocal soloists resonate with classic elegance and power while the company’s vibrancy, energy and contemporary sense of humor keep the show alive and exciting to a modern audience. The Pirates of Penzance—they’ll steal your heart away!

THURSDAY

February

13 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS Photo by Albert Manduca

Black Violin

$50 | $40

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

hip-hop, instrumental, jazz

Impossible Tour

“Black Violin upends cultural and musical stereotypes…an unexpected blend of classically trained musicianship and hiphop beats and inventiveness.” — The Miami Herald Wil B., violist, and Kev Marcus, violinist, combine their classical training and hiphop influences to create Black Violin’s distinctive multi-genre sound often described as “classical boom.” This dynamic duo has roots in Florida—both met in high school in Broward County, and Will B. studied at Florida State University and Kev Marcus studied at Florida International University. Black Violin has shared stages with top names including Kanye West, Aerosmith and Tom Petty, and has creatively collaborated with the likes of Wu-Tang Clan, Wyclef Jean and Alicia Keys. They’ve composed music for the television series Pitch, which debuted on FOX in 2016, in addition to appearances on HBO’s Ballers, The Tonight Show, The Wendy Williams Show, The Kate TV and The Ellen Show. The band’s most recent record, Stereotypes, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Classical Crossover Chart and #4 on the Billboard R&B Chart.

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FRIDAY

February

14 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$85 | $75

openingnights.fsu.edu 850.644.7670 GENRE

pop

The Beach Boys You can capsulize most pop music acts by reciting how many hits they’ve had and how many millions of albums they’ve sold. But these conventional measurements fall short when you’re assessing the impact of The Beach Boys. This band has birthed a torrent of hit singles like “Surfin’,” Good Vibrations” and “California Girls” and sold albums by the tens of millions. But its greater significance lies in the fact that The Beach Boys changed the musical landscape so profoundly that every pop act since has been in its debt. The Beach Boys continue to create and perform with the same bold imagination and style that marked their explosive debut 40 years ago. Their Capitol Records release, Sounds of Summer, was double platinum with over two million in sales and climbing, marks a resurgence in Beach Boys interest that continues to rock the world.

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SUNDAY

February

16 2:00 P.M.

LOCATION

Pebble Hill Plantation TICKETS

$150

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Photo by Lori Stoll

GENRE

singer-songwriter

Al Stewart “Finessed with distinctive, old world sound and history-minded imagery.”

— Knight Ridder Newspaper With a career spanning four decades as a key figure in British music, Al Stewart came to stardom as part of the legendary British folk revival in the sixties and seventies. His unique style of combining folk-rock songs with delicately woven tales of the great characters and events from history has earned him several #1 Hits, including “Year of the Cat” and “Time Passages,” among others. Stewart released 19 studio albums between Bedsitter Images in 1967 and Sparks of Ancient Light in 2008, and played at the first-ever Glastonbury Festival in 1970.

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THURSDAY

February

27 7:30 P.M.

LOCATION

Opperman Music Hall TICKETS

$40

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comedy

A native of Brooklyn, Steve grew up in the multi-ethnic neighborhood of Sheepshead Bay, where he learned early on how to use his gift for imitating accents to his advantage.

At age 55, he left his academic career behind and ventured into the business world. After a noble effort, a severe economic and emotional downturn, and his back to the wall, Steve turned his attention to his latent love of making people laugh. He created his first show, the three-time, award-winning My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m In Therapy!

The show has been met with rave reviews to sold-out crowds throughout the country and overseas and has become one of the longest running one-man comedy shows in history.

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MONDAY

March

2

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Goodwood Museum & Gardens TICKETS

$45

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Riders in the Sky

GENRE

western, comedy

America’s Favorite Cowboys Known as America’s Favorite Cowboys, Riders in the Sky have been entertaining audiences since the 70s. This Western music and comedy quartet—comprising Ranger Doug, Too Slim, Woody Paul and Joey the Cowpolka King—has revived and revitalized the genre of Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, taking it to new heights. They have won GRAMMY® awards, boast 35 years on the Grand Ole Opry, made more than 7,200 live appearances, been inducted in Western Music Association’s Hall of Fame, and have toured all 50 states as well as all over the world. The cowboy charisma and comedic flair made them naturals for TV, landing them their own weekly show on TNN and a Saturday morning series on CBS. They sang “Woody’s Roundup” in the movie Toy Story 2, which was followed by several projects for Disney, including two albums, both of which won Grammy Awards. With no signs of slowing down, they continue to produce episodes of the award winning “Classic Cowboy Corral” on Sirius/XM.

SPONSORED BY

J I M TAY LOR

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THURSDAY

March

5

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$60 | $45

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classical, recital

Sir James Galway— flute With Lady Galway Shelton G. Berg, piano

A Collaboration with the Florida State University College of Music

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Globally renowned as the supreme interpreter of the classical flute repertoire, Sir James Galway is a consummate performer whose appeal transcends all musical boundaries. With over 30 million recordings sold worldwide, extensive international touring, frequent television appearances, tireless promotion of the arts and his passionate work in music education, Galway has been a household name for decades. His uniquely expressive interpretations of the flute literature span an extensive range of genres, from classical masterworks to high profile commissions, and provide the benchmark standard for all modern flautists. He has also collaborated on film soundtracks such as The Lord of the Rings, and partnered with such popular artists as Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Joni Mitchell, Sir Elton John and Henry Mancini. The diversity of Galway’s repertoire reflects his impressive musical range and has served to establish him as an artist of the very highest stature.

SATURDAY

March

7

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Richard G. Fallon Theatre TICKETS

$40

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comedy

Ryan Hamilton “One of the most reliably funny regulars at the Comedy Cellar, an observational comic who often riffs on the absurdity of his own wholesomeness.” — The New York Times Ryan Hamilton’s recently released first stand-up special, the one-hour Netflix original, Happy Face, follows a wealth of television appearances and a non-stop headlining tour.

Armed with the unique perspective of growing up in rural Idaho to become a favorite in the New York stand-up comedy scene, he’s one-of-a-kind. Ryan has been named one of Rolling Stone’s Five Comics to Watch, and recent appearances include The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, and opening spots for Jerry Seinfeld.

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SUNDAY

March

22 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$40 | $25

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GENRE

instrumental, pop

Photo by Allison Burke

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George Hinchliffe’s Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain This original musical ensemble features only ukuleles of various sizes and registers, accompanied by the natural voices of the performers. Best known for playing versions of famous rock songs and film themes, the Orchestra often changes these songs to subvert the expectations of the audience. Often a slow piece will follow a fast piece to maintain variety, and a rock song may be followed by classical music. The concept is that if a “level field” is maintained by playing only the one kind of instrument, then all kinds of music can be played quite easily without the variety appearing to be chaotic. With a mission to make something fresh and entertaining, modern and old-fashioned, audiences like the result. They have played for members of the British Royal Family, Houses of Parliament in London and have “Sold Right Out” twice at Carnegie Hall in New York, twice at The Royal Albert Hall in London, and also at Sydney Opera House in Australia.

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MONDAY

March

30 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Ruby Diamond Concert Hall TICKETS

$75 | $65

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jazz, pop, crossover

Photo by Steph Mackinnon

Chris Botti For over two decades, GRAMMY® Award-winning master trumpeter and composer Chris Botti has amassed a spectacular variety of honors, including multiple Gold and Platinum albums, to become the nation’s largest selling instrumental artist. His mesmerizing performances with a stunning array of legends such as Sting, Barbra Streisand, Tony Bennett, Yo-Yo Ma, Frank Sinatra, Paul Simon and Andrea Bocelli have cemented his place as one of the most brilliant and inspiring forces of the contemporary music scene. Whether he’s performing with illustrious symphonies or at renowned venues around the globe, his unparalleled crystalline and poetic sound transcends musical boundaries.

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WEDNESDAY

April

1

7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Richard G. Fallon Theatre TICKETS

$40

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comedy, improv

The Second City

Laughing for all the Wrong Reasons

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Funny ‘cause it’s true. Look back and laugh. Too soon. The Second City is here to break all the comedy rules they made famous in this all-new, all-hilarious revue that will leave you laughing…and questioning your very existence on this lonely planet. Okay, maybe not questioning your existence—but you’re guaranteed to re-think everything you thought you knew about what’s funny! Starring the next generation of comedy superstars, there are about a bazillion right reasons to not miss this show! Since opening its doors in 1959, The Second City has grown to become the world’s premier comedy club, theater and school of improvisation, entertaining 1 million theatergoers per year around the globe. Alumni of The Second City’s resident stages, touring companies, and theatrical divisions across Chicago and Toronto include some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Steve Carell, Amy Poehler and more.

This performance may contain adult or mature content.

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THURSDAY

April

16 TO BE ANNOUNCED

LOCATION

To Be Announced TICKETS

TBD

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spoken word, visual arts

Chain of Parks Art Festival Event Opening Nights at Florida State University is partnering with LeMoyne’s Chain of Parks Art Festival to present a cultural arts program to launch the two-day annual festival. This collaboration between two arts organizations—Opening Nights and Chain of Parks Art Festival—was made possible because of an endowment provided by Laurie and Kelly Dozier. Save the date and look for upcoming information in Opening Nights’ Fall Program to learn more about this exciting opportunity to explore a unique perspective on the visual arts.

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LAU R I E & KELLY D OZ I E R END OW ME N T

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MONDAY

April

27 7:30 P.M. LOCATION

Goodwood Museum & Gardens TICKETS

$40

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folk, pop

Dala “Dala can sing! What beautiful flights of melody and harmony.”

— Dennis O’Toole, The Peterborough Examiner Juno nominees and winners of the 2010 Canadian Folk Music Award for Vocal Group of the Year, Amanda Walther and Sheila Carabine of Dala write and sing in harmony best described as angelic. These two best friends who met in high school music class have since released five albums and toured extensively across North America. Darlings of the Canadian music scene, Dala is bringing a fresh brand of acoustic pop music to the world.

Drawing upon influences like The Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Neil Young and Bob Dylan, Dala writes songs that are both catchy and insightful. Amanda’s ethereal soprano voice blends seamlessly with Sheila’s velvety alto, creating the lush harmonies that have become their trademark. The sheer joy with which they perform is infectious, turning first-time listeners into instant fans. Dala is equally entertaining between songs, telling funny and down to earth stories that make every show unique. “We go to some emotional places in our music,” Walther says, “Humour serves as a relief from that, and a way to give the audience permission to laugh.” “The more spontaneous the dialogue between songs,” Carabine adds, “the better the performance and the more memorable the evening.”

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FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY

19/20

SCHOOL OF THEATRE

Chicago FRIDAY 10/11 – SUNDAY 10/27 (SELECT DATES & TIMES)

RICHARD G. FALLON THEATRE The roaring 20s is an era of jazz, bootleggers, and.... celebrity criminals? Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart are the newest members of the Cook County Jail.

Represented by the manipulative attorney, Billy Flynn, these two rival murderesses vie for the spotlight, public sympathy and acquittals. Which one will capture the hearts of the media machine and which will fade into the shadows? With one show-stopping-song after another, it would be a crime to miss this musical spectacular.

In The Heights FRIDAY 2/14 – SUNDAY 2/23 (SELECT DATES & TIMES)

RICHARD G. FALLON THEATRE In Washington Heights, a young store owner watches the joys and heartbreaks of his tight-knit, vibrant community as they pass through his bodega.

Over the span of three days, the neighborhood adjusts to massive changes as each member fights for their slice of the American dream. In a community full of hope, the biggest struggle is deciding which traditions to take with you and which ones to leave behind. From the creator of Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and the winner of the 2008 Tony Award® for Best Musical, come celebrate what home really means to each of us.

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The purpose of “Opening Nights in Class” is to educate, illuminate and inspire.

Opening Nights at Florida State University is committed to providing our campus and the Big Bend area with educational and engaging cultural opportunities for students and residents to enjoy. Our series of educational programs provide once-in-a-lifetime experiences through school performances, master classes and workshops with world-renowned performers at no charge to participants.

For the first time, Opening Nights offered a sensory-friendly matinee performance a well as a workshop with students from Gretchen Everhart School in conjunction with Parsons Dance Company. Both the performance and workshop were designed to include and be accessible for individuals on the autism spectrum, with developmental or cognitive disabilities or with sensory sensitivity.

ARTS EDUCATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE! Through the generous contributions of our sponsors and members, Opening Nights in Class was extremely successful during the 2018–19 season. We collaborated with K-12 schools in Leon, Wakulla, Gadsden, Jefferson and Bay counties, as well as dozens of campus and community partners, to offer 35 educational programs that reached nearly 5,000 students!

We are planning another year of diverse and exciting educational programs for the 2019-20 Season. Opening Nights in Class aims to engage and inspire students and educators by acting as a catalyst for learning, exercising creativity and encouraging achievement through the performing arts.

K-12 Resources

Opening Nights and Florida Center for Reading Research work closely with our visiting artists to meet the educational needs of our diverse K-12 school communities by creating resource materials so teachers and students can continue learning in the classroom after the performance.

Schedule

Here are some of the artists who will be part of Opening Nights in Class programming: Shana Tucker, Kevin Spencer, Cristina Pato Quartet, Star Force Academy, New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players, Sir James Galway and The Second City.

Additional education and outreach activities will be planned when upcoming artists confirm their touring schedule. For more information, visit OpeningNights.fsu.edu/education.

Additionally, FSU License Plate sponsors the Opening Nights Master Class series. When you purchase an FSU tag, you are helping provide student scholarships and educational programming. On average, Florida State specialty plate owners provide nearly $2 million each year for student scholarships.

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After her performance in Opperman Music Hall, Mandy Harvey posed with students from W.T. Moore Elementary and Swift Creek Middle School.

OPENING NIGHTS ARTS ADVOCATE AWARD To recognize individuals who are committed to arts education enhancing the overall learning experience for K-12 students, Opening Nights at Florida State University has created the Opening Nights Arts Advocate Award.

Specifically, the award recognizes education professionals that establish exemplary support Dr. Iris Wilson photo by Rachael Dirr for arts education in their school by impacting students through partnerships with Opening Nights in Class programming and/ or other local arts organizations.

The recipient for the inaugural award was Dr. Iris Wilson, principal of Apalachee Tapestry Magnet School of the Arts. She will receive two tickets to the Season Announcement Party and be provided a Debut level membership in Opening Nights.

“As a society, we all benefit from organizations that give back to our students, teachers, and communities. Opening Nights at FSU has proven to be that vital partner supporting the educational needs of our school community. These benefits have been life changing for my school because of the diverse experiences provided through performing groups, resident artists and follow up materials.” – Dr. Iris Wilson, Opening Nights 2019 Arts Advocate Award Winner

Impact of Opening Nights in Class since 2015:

100% FREE educational experiences for teachers and students

14,500+

students impacted by arts education experiences

43

K-12 schools received in-school performances, including 10 Title 1 Schools

33

MASTER CLASSES

with world-renowned artists

84 HOURS

of professional development credits for teachers in Leon County

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BECOME A MEMBER! The performances and educational programs presented each season by Opening Nights at Florida State University are made possible by the generosity of dedicated individuals who value the arts in Tallahassee and step forward each year to provide financial support. Memberships are vital to Opening Nights’ ability to present the highest quality artistic and educational experiences on campus and in the community.

BENEFITS Priority ticket ordering window for annual series (tickets go on sale to the general public on July 16)

PRODUCER’S CIRCLE $1,500 – $2,499

PARTNER

FRIEND

$1,000 – $1,499

$750 – $999

June 11-17

June 18-24

2

1

June 25-July 1

ASSOCIATE

DEBUT

$500 – $749

$250 – $499

July 2-8

July 9-15

1

1

4

2

Concierge ticketing service, including waived ticket fees for events ticketed through the Opening Nights Ticket Office Number of parking passes in Concierge Lots for events at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall and Opperman Music Hall

1

Number of parking passes in the Preferred Lot for events at Ruby Diamond Concert Hall and Opperman Music Hall

Number of complimentary beverage tickets for the 2019-20 series

8

8

4

Invitation for two (2) to the Season Announcement Party introducing the upcoming series Priority placement by membership level on the wait list for soldout events

Company or individual designation in series programs

HOW TO JOIN

Joining is as Easy as 1, 2 or 3!

ONLINE

(PREFERRED)

give.fsu.edu/openingnights

PHONE 850.644.7670 Call our office Monday–Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to pay with a credit card.

CHECK Complete the membership form on the Opening Nights website and mail with your check, made payable to FSU Foundation.

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FSU EMPLOYEES FSU faculty and staff may pay for memberships monthly via FSU Payroll Deduction. Visit OpeningNights.fsu.edu/support/membership for details.

EMPLOYER MATCHING matchinggifts.com/fsu Your company may be one of thousands that match employee contributions to Florida State University.

If a matching-gift company employs you or your spouse, the impact of your contribution to Opening Nights could be significantly increased by your employer’s match.

PATRON SERVICES Frequently Asked Questions WHERE DO I PARK?

Sponsors and Members are eligible to park in either Concierge or Preferred parking lots based on membership level. Parking options vary from venue to venue, but general parking is available for the majority of campus performances in the St. Augustine garage located on the corner of Pensacola and Copeland Streets and the Call Street garage located on the corner of Call and Macomb Streets. To learn more about parking specific to each venue, please visit OpeningNights.fsu.edu/visit/ venues.

WHEN DO DOORS OPEN?

Venue doors open 30 minutes prior to a performance. Guests are encouraged to arrive at the venue at least 15 minutes before a performance begins to allow ample time to be seated.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I ARRIVE LATE TO A PERFORMANCE?

Latecomers will be seated in accordance with artist’s preferences at a suitable break in the performance or at the discretion of the house manager or ushers.

WHAT IF I’VE LOST MY TICKETS?

Lost or misplaced tickets may be reprinted. Contact the Opening Nights Ticket Office at openingnights@fsu.edu or 850.644.7670 for details. If you are a member and lose your parking pass, there is a $50 replacement fee.

CAN I REFUND MY TICKETS?

Opening Nights does not issue refunds for tickets.

MAY I BRING FOOD OR DRINKS INTO THE VENUE?

TICKETS & INFO Tickets go on sale to the General Public on

JULY 16, 2019, at 11 A.M.

BUY TICKETS

ONLINE openingnights.fsu.edu $1-per-ticket service fee

BY PHONE 850.644.7670 $1-per-ticket service fee

IN PERSON

Most Opening Nights’ venues prohibit food and beverages unless otherwise noted.

Please visit our website to find out if food and/or beverages are permitted in the venue.

Opening Nights Ticket Office

CAN I BRING MY CHILDREN?

$1-per-ticket service fee Westcott Building, Suite 216 222 S. Copeland St. Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

We offer many events enjoyable to audiences of all ages. Children must have tickets regardless of age and must be able to sit quietly throughout a performance. Children (and adults) who cause any disturbances will be politely asked to leave.

ARE EVENTS ACCESSIBLE TO PATRONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS? We are committed to ensuring our performances are accessible and enjoyable to all patrons.

*Additional delivery fees may apply. Please visit openingnights.fsu.edu for details

• Accessible parking is available at all venues on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Accessible seats are available in all price ranges in all venues. Please contact the Opening Nights Ticket Office at 850.644.7670 with questions.

• Seats for visually impaired patrons are reserved for each performance. Please contact the Opening Nights Ticket Office at 850.644.7670 with questions.

• Assistive listening devices (ALDs) are available at many venues, including Ruby Diamond Concert Hall and the Richard G. Fallon Theatre. Please ask a house manager at the performance about acquiring an ALD. • Braille Programs are available at every performance.

HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER MY TIME TO HELP OPENING NIGHTS?

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Please visit our website at OpeningNights.fsu.edu and complete the volunteer registration form. Registration is available in August and December.

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Opening Nights Performing Arts Florida State University 216 Westcott Building P.O. Box 3061350 Tallahassee, FL 32306-1350

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