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Legendary Masterpieces Showcased at the Texas Music Festival Orchestra
June - July 2013
Volume 14, Issue 2
Houston… We Have a Concert! June 15 • 8 p.m
June 14 • 8 p.m This summer at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, more than 100 gifted musicians from around the world are showcased in a free concert. In conjunction with the Immanuel and Helen Olshan Texas Music Festival, an intensive four-week study program at the University of Houston’s Moores School of Music, the Texas Music Festival Orchestra takes the stage June 14 for Legendary Masterpieces. Tickets are not required. Gates open at 7 p.m. Under the direction of Horst Förster, these young artists perform the masterpieces of Richard Strauss’ “Don Juan,” Op. 2 and Pyotr Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5. “Don Juan” is based on the poem of the same name by Nikolaus Lenus. Much of the musical work’s passion is drawn from the poem. Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 is a cyclical symphony with a recurring main theme. The theme has a funereal character in the first movement, but gradually transforms into a triumphant march. The finalists and winner of the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition will be announced. Join us in supporting and celebrating these talented young artists. The University of Houston Moores School of Music sponsors the Texas Music Festival’s intensive four-week program that allows young musicians from all parts of the world to perform together and compete against one another. These Orchestral Fellows are advanced students and young professional musicians. At Legendary Masterpieces guests can rock out to the sounds of The Woodlands School of Rock performing on the Side Stage in the North Plaza from 7:15-7:45 p.m. Other plaza activities starting at 7 p.m. are with The Pavilion Partners, Fidelity Investments, Woodforest National Bank, Renewal by Andersen and Audi of America, official automobile of The Pavilion. Get insight into the evening’s program with Pavilion Talk, a free pre-concert discussion led by noted music scholar and former college professor Ira J. Black from 7:15-7:45 p.m. The first 500 guests to enter the gates receive a free T-shirt as a souvenir!
For an out-of-this-world concert experience, journey to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for The Earth – An HD Odyssey with the Houston Symphony June 15. This event is a special encore performance of the second film in the HD Odyssey series that showcases our planet. Tickets are $15 for orchestra seating. Mezzanine and lawn seating are free. Tickets are not required for free seating. Gates open at 7 p.m. Under the direction of Mein-Ann Chen, The Earth – An HD Odyssey features the Houston Symphony and striking images taken from NASA missions to Earth’s orbit accompanied by J. Adams “Short Ride in a Fast Machine” and Strauss’ epic tone poem “Also sprach Zarathustra.” The multi-media event takes an existing classical program with strong popular appeal and pairs it with an arresting visual presentation. The beautiful and mystifying images are shown on a large, 24-foot screen above the stage while the symphony performs. Before your voyage through space begins, make a stop in the North Plaza at 7 p.m. for pre-concert activities. Visit unique exhibits from Johnson Space Center, explore the music of “The Earth” at Pavilion Talk, a free pre-concert discussion led by noted music scholar Ira Black that provides insight into the evening’s program. Pavilion Talk takes place from 7:15-7:45 p.m. Your journey doesn’t end there. Make sure to visit The Pavilion Partners, Fidelity Investments, Century 21 Realty Partners, Renewal by Andersen, Woodforest National Bank and Audi of America, official automobile of The Pavilion. Make this concert your final destination!
The King of Pop’s Music Lives On at The Music of Michael Jackson with the Houston Symphony June 8 • 8 p.m From his early years with the Jackson 5 to his mega-hit album “Thriller” and beyond, Michael Jackson stormed the music industry with hit after hit. The Music of Michael Jackson with the Houston Symphony June 8 is an evening filled with fabulous music spanning 40 years of Jackson’ influential and celebrated career. Tickets are $20 for orchestra seating. Mezzanine and lawn seating are free courtesy of Insperity and Woodforest National Bank. Tickets are not required for free seating. Gates open at 7 p.m. This event is sponsored in part by “Houston Family Magazine.” The concert takes the audience through each era of this storied performer from “ABC,” “I’ll Be There” and “Got To Be There” through “Beat It,” “Thriller,” “Rock With You,” “The Way You Make Me Feel” and many, many more. Bridging the gulf between pop and classical music, conductor and arranger Brent Havens takes the podium for a program he scored to extend the listening experience of Jackson’s exceptional tunes. Performed with the Houston Symphony and amplified with a full band and vocals, Havens and his ensemble capture Michael’s distinct sound while presenting some familiar as well as new musical colors. Delivering a fabulous rendition of Michael Jackson’s vocals is performer James Delisco. He grew up listening to Jackson and even met him at a performance in Jacksonville, Fla. where Delisco was raised. An iconoclastic showroom performer with great energy, Delisco emanates old school charm with contemporary charisma. His handling of a song
is so true to itself and to the purpose of music, to uplift and inspire, that a musical and entertainment revolution is only a matter of time for this enormously talented artist. On the threshold of major stardom, this polished young talent and electrifying performer plays to sold ou audiences everywhere he appears, which is a testament to both the mystery & intrigue of Delisco. James has that rare combination of a fablous voice, athletic dance moves and audience sensitivity where he understands what the audience is looking for and needs from the performers on stage. And he delivers,” said Havens. “He has an uncanny ability to make the right move on stage or say the right thing just as the audience is looking for it. It’s amazing to see.” Arrive early for pre-concert activities in the North Plaza beginning at 7 p.m. with The Pavilion Partners, Fidelity Investments, Century 21 Realty Partners, Renewal by Andersen, Radio Disney and “Houston Family Magazine.”
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s 2013 Performing Arts Season Presented by The Woodlands Development Company and sponsored by Audi of America, official automobile of The Pavilion, The Pavilion Partners, The Wortham Foundation, and United Airlines, official airline of The Pavilion. The North Plaza is sponsored by Fidelity Investments, Century 21 Realty Partners and Renewal by Andersen.
Freedom Rings at the Annual Star-Spangled Salute July 3 • 8 p.m
Celebrate America’s birthday with a bang at the annual Star-Spangled Salute July 3. This free Independence Eve spectacular, which has been a tradition at The Pavilion for 23 years, features the Houston Symphony in a selection of patriotic favorites, led by Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski. The concert is presented by The Woodlands Development Company. Tickets are not required. Gates open at 6:30 p.m.
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is off to a busy start this year, our 24th season. We celebrated Maestro Graf’s Farewell Concert May 10 which was his last performance as Music Director of the Houston Symphony. He has been the Music Director of this world-renowned orchestra for the past 12 years. Graf conducted pieces by Weber, Chopin and Beethoven during this very special evening. The Houston Symphony has announced Andres Orozco-Estrada as the new Music Director Designate. Orozco-Estrada is a dynamic young conductor from Columbia and we look forward to his first appearance conducting the Houston Symphony next season at our venue. Other highlights of the season so far include sell-outs of Buzzfest 30, Chris Tomlin and KSBJ’s 30th Anniversary Concert with Mercy Me and Switchfoot with surprise special guests Amy Grant and Steven Curtis Chapman. Another highlight was kicking off the Dave Matthews Band’s 2013 American tour May 17.
Wave your flag to the tune of traditional favorites including “Fanfare and Star-Spangled Banner,” “God Bless the U.S.A,” “America the Beautiful,” “God Bless America,” “Service Medley,” and of course, Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” with cannons blasting from the hill. Other American classics are “Thank God I’m a Country Boy,” “Deep in the Heart of Texas,” “The Yellow Rose of Texas,” “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” from ”Dreamgirls,” and more. Serving as special guests at the concert are Will Makar and Lekisha Jones. Makar, a resident of The Woodlands, was a contestant on “American Idol” in Season 5 as a top 14 finalist and Jones placed fourth on Season 6 of the reality singing competition show. The Star-Spangled Salute kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with pre-concert activities for the whole family in the North Plaza. Enjoy patriotic music performed by The Woodlands Show Chorus and interact with Betsy Ross, Uncle Sam and a living Statue of Liberty, as well as Puffy Pine Cone. Also enjoy activities by The Pavilion Partners, Fidelity Investments, Century 21 Realty Partners, Renewal by Andersen, Woodforest National Bank, The Woodlands Development Company, Radio Disney Road Crew and more. Guests also receive American flags and other patriotic souvenirs at the event. Don’t miss commemorating the birth of our nation by joining the symphony in this grandiose celebration.
Off Stage
I want to thank our dedicated directors going off the board in May including George Lindahl, Julie Mayrant, Ralph McIngvale, Brian Wing and Diane Nielsen. These individuals have done incredible work donating their time and money to make The Pavilion a better place. I also want to welcome our new board members including Jeff Beard, Eric Beylier, Peter Huntsman, Estelle McLaughlin, Nick Vanderpool and John Robichau. Next year is our 25th season and we are planning many exciting events to celebrate, including a fundraising gala in February 2014. Look for more details to come! We have many more wonderful Houston Symphony concerts and contemporary concerts the remainder of the year. For our symphonies, we provide free mezzanine and lawn seating, as well as free lawn chair rental.
Students Score a Big Reward at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s Musical Scores Event Students in the Greater Houston area were rewarded with a performance at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion for an educational outreach program, Musical Scores, May 1. More than 5,000 students and teachers from 34 schools and 11 school districts attended the 18th annual event.
Come out and bring the family to the Houston Symphony, enjoy a picnic on the lawn or in your seat and listen to one of the world’s finest symphonies. You will be glad you did! I look forward to seeing you at The Pavilion.
Jerry MacDonald President and CEO Photo by Ted Washington
Contact Information For information about season tickets, joining The Pavilion Partners or participating in our educational outreach programs, call 281-364-3010. Visit www.woodlandscenter.org for details.
The program primarily serves academically at-risk, middle school students who earn the privilege to attend a special event at The Pavilion by displaying model behavior and achieving specific scholastic goals. To be rewarded, students must achieve specific goals as established by their teachers and/or administrators. These goals might include specific academic accomplishments, improving attendance, book-reading objectives, raising test scores, modifying classroom behavior, or whatever the administrators choose.
Woodforest Bank Club and House of Blues Hospitality Tent To book your next meeting or event, call 281-363-0900. For information on guests with wheelchairs, hearing or visual impairments, call 281-364-3010.
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Each school attending the event got the opportunity to nominate one student as their exceptional student. Each student received a certificate and a gift card to Best Buy. All of the students were entered into a drawing to win a Galaxy Tab 2 donated by The Pavilion. Lachae Cormier, a student at Forest Brook Middle School won the prize.
The entertainment at the event included Peter Rabbit – Bucket Drummer. Rabbit drums on anything and everything. Specifically recognized as one of the world’s best bucket drummers he has performed at venues from the White House for Bill Clinton to Radio City Music Hall for
The Grammy Awards, Peter Rabbit has wowed millions of people with his talent. BREAK! The Urban Funk Spectacular, was the featured entertainment. BREAK! traces the history of Hip Hop Dancing over the last 30 years. It is a tribute to this American urban art form. Cast members are supremely talented artists from the world of “Breakdancing,” “Locking,” “Electric Boogaloo” or “Popping,” Power Tumbling, as well as DJ-ing and Bucket Drumming. Brandon “Peace” Albright with BREAK!, was the speaker at the event. He is well versed in the various styles of hiphop dance. He brings energy to the stage and presents a cogent voice in theater. Intrigued by the universality of hip-hop, Brandon speaks inspiration from other dance and art forms to make his blend of dance. The Rockets Launch Crew also got the crowd going with their highenergy, break-dancing, jump ropers and tumbling. Again this year, Jean Donatto served as master of ceremonies. For the past several years, The Pavilion has worked with Carver Magnet High School graphic arts students to create the T-shirt artwork for Musical Scores. A gifted junior, Jessica Navarro, is the T-shirt design winner this year. Navarro was one of 25 students from Carver’s graphic arts program who submitted artwork for consideration as the featured design on this year’s Musical Scores T-shirts. These complimentary T-shirts, along with free lunches, are given out to all students in attendance. Megan Martin, the art teacher from Carver coordinated the T-shirt design contest through her Electronic Media classes. “This design competition is a rare and wonderful opportunity for the students. Every student is able to learn something through their work in this competition,” said Martin. “I personally enjoy the surprise of the winning design and coaching my students toward their finished products.” Musical Scores is generously sponsored by Aon Hewitt, ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment, Katherine & John Beaird, CB&I, Chevron Phillip Chemical Company, Chickfil-A, Entergy, Sheryle & Fred Greene, Kroger, PepsiCo, John P. McGovern Foundation, The Pavilion Partners, The Woodlands Township, Union Pacific and United Airlines, official airline of The Pavilion.
ShowTime
Mumford & Sons
Horst Förster
Michael Krajewski
John Mayer
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ShowTime is a list of events scheduled for The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, including start times and ticket prices. Information is subject to change. Please check our website for the latest event information.
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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II
Wiz Khalifa
Kid Rock Fresh Beat Band
Train
Keith Urban
June 12 Mumford & Sons • 7 p.m. with Michael Kiwanuka and Mystery Jets SOLD OUT June 14 June 15
Texas Music Festival Orchestra • 8 p.m. Horst Förster, conductor FREE event The Earth – An HD Odyssey • 8 p.m. with the Houston Symphony $15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of The Wortham Foundation
June 22 Pitbull & Ke$ha • 7:30 p.m. $99.50 GA Pit / $99.50, $79.50, $49.50 & $39.50 / $25 Lawn June 28 Big Time Rush & Victoria Justice • 7 p.m. $99.50 GA Pit / $99.50, $79.50, $49.50 & $39.50 / $25 Lawn June 30 Barry Manilow • 8 p.m. $139.99 Res. Pit / $139.99, $89.99, $69.99, $49.99 & $29.99 Reserved / Lawn SOLD OUT July 3
Star-Spangled Salute • 8 p.m. with the Houston Symphony Michael Krajewski, conductor FREE event sponsored by The Woodlands Development Company
July 6 Eli Young Band • TBA with special guests to be announced Individual ticket prices and on sale date TBA July 11
Lynyrd Skynyrd & Bad Company • 7 p.m. with Black Stone Cherry $100.50 Res. Pit / $100.50, $80.50, $60.50, $50.50 & $40.50 Reserved / $21 Lawn
July 12
John Mayer • 7:30 p.m. with Phillip Phillips $75 Res. Pit / $75, $55 Reserved / $36 Lawn
July 16 Warner Bros. presents Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II • 8:30 p.m. with the Houston Symphony George Daugherty, creator and conductor $15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation July 19
Kid Rock • 7 p.m. with Uncle Kracker Reserved Pit & Sections 101-103 are $170-$350 / All other seats and lawn are $20
July 25
Depeche Mode
Black Sabbath • 7:30 p.m. $125 Res. Pit / $125, $89.50 & $49.50 Reserved / $30 Lawn
July 26 Wiz Khalifa • 6:30 p.m. with A$AP Rocky, B.o.B., Trinidad Jame$, Joey Bada$$, Pro Era and Berner, Chevy Woods & Smoke DZA $59.50 GA Pit / $59.50, $42.50, $32.50 Reserved / $25 Lawn July 28
Cracker Barrel presents Brad Paisley • 7 p.m. with special guests Chris Young, Lee Brice and The Henningsens $64.75 GA Pit / $64.75, $54.75 & $44.75 Reserved / $29.75 Lawn
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Aug. 31 Backstreet Boys • 7:30 p.m. $89.50 GA Pit / $89.50, $69.50, $49.50 & $39.50 Sept. 5 Música Clásica Latina • 8 p.m. with the Houston Symphony Marcello Lehninger, conductor $15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of The Wortham Foundation Sept. 18 Depeche Mode • 7:30 p.m. $99.50 Res. Pit / $99.50 & $59.50 Res. / $35.50 Lawn
July 30 Matchbox Twenty & Goo Goo Dolls • 7 p.m. $95 Res. Pit / $95, $79.50, $49.50 & $39.50 Reserved / $25 Lawn
Sept. 19 Honda Civic Tour Maroon 5 & Kelly Clarkson • 7 p.m. Sold Out
Aug. 2
Train • 7 p.m. with The Script & Gavin DeGraw $75 Res. Pit / $75, $49.50 & $29.50 Reserved / $20 Lawn
Sept. 25 Fall Out Boy • 7 p.m. with Panic! at the Disco $45 GA Pit / $45 & $39.50 Reserved
Aug. 3
Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival • 1 p.m. with Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Mastodon, Amon Amarth, Children of Bodom, Machine Head, Behemoth, Job for a Cowboy, Emmure, Born of Osiris, Motionless in White, Butcher Babies, Battlecross, Huntress Thrown into Exile and City in the Sea $89.50 GA Pit / $89.50, $69.50, $39.50& $29 Reserved / $29 Lawn
Sept. 26 Imagine Dragons • 7:30 p.m. $89.50 GA Pit / $89.50, $69.50, $49.50 & $39.50
Aug. 7
Jonas Brothers • 7 p.m. $79.50 Res. Pit / $79.50, $59.50, $39.50 & $29.50 Reserved
Aug. 14 Heart • 7:30 p.m. with Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience $100.50 Res. Pit / $100.50, $70.50, $56, $50.50, $46, $36, $35.50 & $30.50 Reserved / $15 Lawn Aug. 16 Keith Urban • 7 p.m. with Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch $54.75 GA Pit / $54.75 & $39.75 Reserved / $25 Lawn Aug. 18 Lil Wayne • 7 p.m. $150.75 Res. Pit / $150.75, $89.75, $69.75 $49.75 Reserved / $29.75 Lawn Aug. 29
Rockstar Energy Drink Uproar Festival • 6:30 p.m. with Alice In Chains, Jane’s Addiction, Coheed and Cambria & Circa Survive $89.50 GA Pit / $55.25, $39.25 & $29.95 Reserved / $25.25 Lawn
Aug. 30 Steely Dan • 7:30 p.m. with DJ Pauly D $95 Res. Pit / $95, $65 & $35 Reserved
Sept. 28 Miranda Lambert • 7:30 p.m. with Dierks Bentley Individual ticket prices and on sale date TBA Oct. 6
fun. • 8 p.m. $39.50 GA Pit / $39.50 Reserved
Oct. 11 Hocus Pocus Pops • 7:30 p.m. with the Houston Symphony $15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of H-E-B Nov. 9
18th Annual Children’s Festival • 10 a.m. presented by Devon Energy $8 in advance / $10 at door
Nov. 10
18th Annual Children’s Festival • 12 p.m. presented by Devon Energy $8 in advance / $10 at door
Nov. 14
Fresh Beat Band • 7 p.m. $39.50 Res Pit / $39.50 & $29.50 Reserved
Dec. 12 Holly Jolly Symphony Spectacular • 7:30 p.m. with the Houston Symphony Robert Franz, conductor $15 orchestra seating / FREE mezzanine and lawn seating courtesy of Woodforest National Bank, KMPG, LLP. and Talisman USA
Ticket Information Prices do not include service charge. Tickets are available at all outlets, including Fiesta, select H-E-B and Walmart locations and Media Magic, by calling 800-745-3000, or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets also can be purchased at The Pavilion Box Office Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and on event days through intermission. The Box Office is located at the north entrance to The Pavilion at 2005 Lake Robbins Drive in The Woodlands. For more information, call 281-3633300 or visit www.woodlandscenter.org. Prepaid, preferred parking is available in the on-site Town Center Garage located along Six Pines Drive. Parking is $5 per vehicle for most performing arts events and $15 per vehicle for most contemporary events. Tickets for on-site parking can be purchased in advance at all locations and The Pavilion Box Office. Some service charges may apply. Advance purchase is not required, but guarantees a space the day of the show.
Terry Allemand, customer service manager for Entergy presents a check to Christine Scully, director of development for The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Entergy donated $5,000 toward Musical Scores, one of The Pavilion’s most successful educational outreach events, that was held May 1, 2013.
Maestro Hans Graf (pictured) performed his last concert as Music Director of the Houston Symphony at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion May 10, 2013. Graf has performed more times than Dave Matthews and Jimmy Buffet at The Pavilion. Pictured with Graf giving him a toast is Marsha Williams, Pavilion Board member.
The Pavilion Board of Directors Elects New Members
Sponsor Spotlight
The Board of Directors of The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands, home of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, elected five new members in May. Newly elected members of the Board are Jeff Beard, owner of The J. Beard Real Estate Company; Eric Beylier, VP/CPO of TETRA Technologies, Inc.; Peter R. Huntsman, president and CEO of Huntsman Corporation; Estelle P. McLaughlin, vice president of Woodforest National Bank; John Robichau, owner of Robichau’s Jewerly; and Nick Vanderpool IV, managing partner for Sewell Automotive Houston.
In each issue of CenterStage, we turn the spotlight onto one of our sponsors, a gesture of thanks for their invaluable contributions to the many things we work hard to accomplish.
Aon Hewitt Makes more than a Monetary Impact at The Pavilion
Officers of the Board include Jeffrey H. Shipley, chairman; Jerry MacDonald, president and CEO; Joseph P. Ash, vice chairman; Mark E. Ellis, secretary; Jeff Young, vice president; and Lori Figaro, treasurer.
Eric Beylier
Jeff Beard
Peter R. Huntsman
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion is proud to highlight Aon Hewitt as a continuing sponsor in the 2013 season. Over the past 15 years, Aon Hewitt has donated more than $75,000 and countless volunteer hours to The Pavilion.
Estelle P. McLaughlin
John Robichau
Nick Vanderpool IV
Coming this Summer to a Stage Near You Back on The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion’s stage this summer is Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II July 16 at 8:30 p.m. Conducted and created by George Daugherty, this exciting new edition of Looney Tunes and live orchestra accompaniment adds classics like Duck Amuck, along with such beloved special guests as Pepe Le Pew and Tom and Jerry in The Hollywood Bowl! Plus two sensational new 3D theatrical animated shorts! Tickets for Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II are $15 for orchestra seating. Mezzanine and lawn seating are free courtesy of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation. Don’t miss these, plus old favorites What’s Opera, Doc?, The Rabbit of Seville, Baton Bunny in addition to other Warner Bros. classics like Friz Freleng’s Rhapsody Rabbit, and the virtuoso orchestral roller coaster ride of the Road Runner epic, Zoom and Bored. Bugs Bunny is joined on-screen by his immensely popular cohorts, including Elmer Fudd, Daffy Duck, Tweety, Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner, Pepe Le Pew, and Tom and Jerry. Join us for the latest world-premiere concert of Warner Bros. cartoons on the big screen, with their exhilarating scores played live by the Houston Symphony. Pre-concert activities in the North Plaza begin at 7 p.m. “Treat” yourself to free ice cream! The first 1,000 guests to visit the North Plaza get free ice cream with all the fixings, courtesy of Fidelity Investments. TM & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. (s13)
“It was important to be involved and give back to the community we work in,” said Douglas Harris, senior customer service representative and diversity co-leader for Aon Hewitt. “The Pavilion’s Musical Scores was the perfect way to get involved, especially since it’s focused on rewarding students.” Aon Hewitt has provided volunteers for Musical Scores, Fine Arts Education Day and Children’s Festival. “The biggest impact Aon Hewitt has had on The Pavilion is their ability to support us not only monetarily, but also through volunteers,” said Christine Scully, director of development at The Pavilion. “Over the last few years Aon Hewitt has supplied more than 100 volunteers each year to Musical Scores.” In addition to providing financial support and volunteers to The Pavilion, Aon Hewitt also partners with a short list of local organizations in order to have a more focused impact. These partners include South Montgomery County YMCA for the Dragon Boat Races; Youth Triathlon and Run Through The Woods; American Heart Association, as the presenting sponsor for the Heart Walk; The Woodlands Women’s Center; and Washington Booker Jr. High School for their school supply and backpack needs. “My favorite part about working with The Pavilion is seeing all of the wonder and amazement on children’s faces when they first arrive to an event,” said Harris. “I look forward to many more years of partnership with The Pavilion.” Aon Hewitt is the world’s premier human resources consulting and outsourcing firm with the resources, expertise, and global reach to solve the most pressing and complex people challenges that organizations face today. They employ the strongest team of professionals in the industry, who have access to the widest breadth and depth of research, platforms, and services in more locations and for more industry segments than any other human capital firm. Their singular focus is on their clients: to deliver distinctive value, top-rated customer service, and measurable business impact.
Encore The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands would like to thank the following contributors for their financial support of our 2013 Performing Arts Season and Educational Outreach Programs as of May 21 printing deadline. $100,000 - $249,999 Live Nation George P. Mitchell The Pavilion Partners $50,000 - $99,999 The Woodlands Development Company The Wortham Foundation $25,000 - $49,999 Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Audi of America Woodforest National Bank $15,000 - $24,999 ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment Devon Energy H-E-B PepsiCo $10,000 - $14,999 Chevron Phillips Chemical Company Insperity KPMG, LLP Talisman USA Aon Hewitt BBVA Compass Katherine & John Beaird
$10,000 - $14,999 cont. Black Forest Ventures Cullen Trust for the Performing Arts Entergy Fidelity Investments John P. McGovern Foundation Union Pacific Foundation The Woodlands Waterway Art Festival $2,000 - $4,999 Century 21 Realty Partners EMI Sheryl & Fred Greene Renewal by Andersen $1,000 - $1,999 Valerie & Robert Beardsley Barb & Stephen Crain Carol & Phil Garner Candi & Gerald Glenn Alison & Rich Henderson Tricia & Jerry MacDonald Julie & Jerry Mayrant Whitney & Derek McCoy Arla & Gerald Neuberger Sherri & Mike Nicol Suzanne & Robert Potter
$1,000 - $1,999 cont. Vicki & Michael Richmond Maryann T. & Timothy Seaman Susie & Jeff Shipley $500 - $999 Annette & Ken Hallock Amy & Jonathan Homeyer Dr. Lisa & Dr. Paul Kenworthy Judy & Charles Lano JoAnne & Randy Lowry Brenda & John Mizell Mary Matteson & Norman Parrish Amy & George Sowers Melissa & Jeff Young $250 - $499 Debra & Michael Caliel Suzanne & Ed Ellis Linda & Ken Feld Susan & Daniel Fordyce Linda & Steve Hester Kelly & Paul Messenger Nicole & Will Murphy John Nanninga Arlene & Sol Sachs
In-Kind ARAMARK Sports & Entertainment Houston Community Newspapers & The Courier & TheVillager Main Event EMS Tommy Bahama United Airlines 2013 The Pavilion Partners Fine Arts Scholarship Donors: $1,000 Colleen & Robert Ayers Phil Barber Lewis Bock Corporate Incentives Leslie & Bryon Ellis Candi & Gerald Glenn Bonnie & Robert Graham Annette & Ken Hallock Kelly & Brady Hull
Alice & Patrick Hynes Ed Jones Gayelene & Ralph McIngvale Janet Wong & Ron Mullins Suzanne & Robert Potter Dr. Judith Ragsdale Maryann & Tim Seaman Leigh & Larry Shaffer R.E. Strong
The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion acknowledges the financial support of The Woodlands Township that is generated by the Event Admissions Tax for its performing arts and educational programs.
SUPPORTING C ST
The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands Home of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion 2005 Lake Robbins Drive • The Woodlands, TX 77380 Phone: 281-364-3010 • Fax: 281-364-3011 www.woodlandscenter.org • info@woodlandscenter.org Officers
Jeffrey H. Shipley – Chairman of the Board Jerry MacDonald – President and CEO Joseph P. Ash – Vice Chairman
Mark E. Ellis – Secretary Jeff Young – Vice President Lori Figaro – Treasurer
Board of Directors John H. Beaird Jeff Beard Gary Becker Eric Beylier David D. Dunlap Carol P. Garner Douglas R. Guthrie Jeffrey R. Harder
Jason K. Harris Peter R. Huntsman Paul R. Kenworthy, M.D. Daniel E. Kolkhorst Estelle P. Mc Laughlin C. Grant Mitchell Steve A. Morrow Steven W. Nance John Robichau
Julie Rock Maryann T. Seaman Larry Shaffer Nick Vanderpool IV Raymond I. Wilcox Marsh K. Williams Janet S. Wong Hank Wood
Director in memoriam Cynthia Woods Mitchell (1922 - 2009)
STAFF Jerry MacDonald – President & CEO Jeff Young – Vice President of Operations Margaret Jones – Executive Assistant JD Villaseñor – Director of Premium Seat Sales Shannon Wilson – Acting Director of Marketing & Education David Schlauch – Operations Manager Cindy DuBois – Director of Marketing & Education Kelly Rich – Event Manager Courtney Galle – Marketing & PR Manager Josie Moore – Box Office Manager Whitney Hough – Social Media Marketing Coordinator Matt Meyer – Assistant Operations Manager Stanica Matijevich - Marketing Assistant Carla DeHart – Administrative Coordinator Lori Figaro – CFO Joey Rincon – Overnight Security Supervisor Paula Smith – Senior Accountant Mike Bevel – Operations Heather Reding – Human Resources Manager Paula Jauregui – Maintenance Jenny Lewis – Accountant Victor Maldonado – Maintenance Stephanie Stone – Accounting Assistant Larry Stewart – Overnight Security Christine Scully – Director of Development Susana Salazar – Overnight Security Leslie Williams – Volunteer & Special Events Coordinator Javier Ramirez – Maintenance
President's Message
Hello fellow Pavilion Partners! We are off to a great start to what could be one of the best seasons for Partners and The Pavilion.
The Pavilion Partners Bring Fine Arts and Education Together Through Scholarship Opportunities by Stanica Matijevich
With the money raised at last year’s Wine Dinner, Partners was able to award 20 new scholarships to deserving young and talented local students. Partners also awarded 43 renewal scholarships from past winners. What amazes me is all of the incredible talent in our community.
“Bringing people and the arts together” is the mission of The Pavilion Partners, the official volunteer organization of The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Started in 1998, this organization has lent their support to The Pavilion’s educational outreach and fundraising programs throughout the years. However Partners giving spirit doesn’t begin and end with The Pavilion.
As you know, Partners play an essential role in keeping with the mission of The Pavilion. By fundraising, The Pavilion can continue to provide incredible performing arts events and educational outreach programs. The Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser is one event where those funds are raised.
Each year Partners awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors planning to major in the fine arts. More than $600,000 in scholarships has been awarded to students. Scholarships are awarded based on talent and academic performance and students are eligible for scholarship renewal each year.
This year I am very excited to announce the Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser takes place before the Keith Urban concert Aug. 16. We are expecting a good crowd for the concert and a well-attended fundraiser. Tickets for the fundraiser are on sale now. Hurry and reserve your seat before it sells-out. Check out the article on this page about the fundraiser.
Through the giving of scholarships the organization helps live up to the mission of The Pavilion by serving as a “resource for enhancing education.” This year Partners awarded 20 new scholarships and 43 renewal scholarships. A scholarship reception honoring new recipients and their families was held April 29 at The Pavilion.
Once again, thank you for all you do for The Pavilion and your love of the arts.
Centerstage Shannon Wilson – Editor-in-Chief Whitney Hough – Contributing Writer Courtney Galle – Managing Editor Don Crouch, imagineer
Our Mission Founded in 1990, The Center for the Performing Arts at The Woodlands is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization that provides diverse, high-quality performing arts events for the entertainment and enrichment of a broad regional audience. Through numerous educational and community outreach programs, The Center is a catalyst for attracting new audiences to the performing arts and building strong ties between the arts and educational institutions.
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2013 Members of The Pavilion Partners $1,000-$1,999 Valerie & Robert Beardsley Barb & Stephen Crain Carol & Phil Garner Candi & Gerald Glenn Alison & Rich Henderson Tricia & Jerry MacDonald Julie & Jerry Mayrant Whitney & Derek McCoy Arla & Gerald Neuberger Sherri & Mike Nicol Suzanne & Robert Potter Vicki & Michael Richmond Maryann T. & Timothy Seaman Susie & Jeff Shipley $500-$999 Annette & Ken Hallock Amy & Jonathan Homeyer Dr. Lisa & Dr. Paul Kenworthy Judy & Charles Lano JoAnne & Randy Lowry Brenda & John Mizell Mary Matteson & Norman Parrish Amy & George Sowers Melissa & Jeff Young $250-$499 Debra & Michael Caliel Suzanne & Ed Ellis Linda & Ken Feld Susan & Daniel Fordyce Linda & Steve Hester Kelly & Paul Messenger Nicole & Will Murphy John Nanninga Arlene & Sol Sachs $50-$100 Pamela Adams Chardelle & George Adelson Rodney Anderson Bob Arend Lisa Arvidson Suzie Baker Melissa Barksdale Judith Bartok Nancy & Mike Becker Bunny Benditz Nancy Bickle Jody Black Cheryl Blair Lisa & Tom Blanchard Joy & James Borneman Sharon & Tom Bowen Brenda Eames & Allan Braaten Stephanie Brassovan Michelle Bridges Simone Chiang Brustein Carol & Tom Buffa Beth Butler Debbie & Skip Cain Jan Cain Julie & Carlos Camacho Sylvia Caracio Annabelle & Chris Carrillo Joy Casteel Barbara & Regan Chambers Patsy & Namen Chambliss Sean Kenneth Connelly Candis Cooper Dixie Cope Gaye & Bill Craig Elizabeth Crawley Lisa & Jeff Crum Andria & Gabriel Cuellar Elsie Dillow Kathryn Donohue Ruth Dowden Debra & Matt Dozier Christina Dunne Kris Eaton Stacey & Ted Eicks Linda & Rob Eissler Sarah Epley Keith & Grady Ferry Lori & Sean Figaro Jane Fisher Alice & Brad Fludgate Beth & Greg Folks Sylvia Forbes Phyllis Frost Louis Gomez
Angela & Mark Gott Patricia Baron & Robert Gower Lillian & Jess Hargis Danielle Heil Janene Hemmen Barbara Hodges Elizabeth Hollis Jeannie Hopper Lyn & Greg Hullilnger Marlies Iida Maria Ivers Mary & Keith Jaeger Elizabeth Johnson Judith & Dickie Jones DaLinda Judy Letty Kelley Cindy Kirk Lisa Koetting Elizabeth & Michael Krantz Conchita & Eric Ladwig Mike Larson Judy Latour Karen Leiker Jennifer Lewis Linda & Irv Lichtman Karen & Jim Listak Jacqueline Little Nancy & Terry Mahan Sydney Mark Charles Marling Norma Mauldin Christine & Bo McBee Nancy & Brian McCulloch Lynn McDonald Stacey & John McKinley Estelle & Mark McLaughlin Pat & Martin Mitchell Nazeema Karim & Peter Molberg Phyllis Molnar Ann Moore Gloria Moser Lauren Munn Myron Murphy Patty Murphy Misty Napp Betty Nelson Linda & John Newbold Diane Nielsen Cindy Notarainni Jadzia & Richard Olson Shelly & Mike O’Neil Kathryn Painter Patrick Paris Shannon & Thomas Paylor Callie Piper Stevie Platt Karen & Lance Portman Douglas Pulgini Patricia Harrison & Frank Radik Tom Rafferty Liz Regan Jodi Rehwinkel Joyce & Ken Reynolds Sally & Kyle Richards Rhonda Richardson Nancy Roberson Dr. Alysia & John Robichau Chip Rocha Lori Rubel Nancy & Steve Sandstrum Karen & Michael Schexnayder Sharon Schilling Christine & Mark Scully Ann & Dane Sever Chris Steinke Sheryl Stoeckle Vicki Huebler & Debbie Stofcheck Candace Strang Stephanie & Mark Teed Fred Thomas Freda & Ben Thomas Kandance Thornton Maria Valenzuela Paula & Benny Van Osdell Tula Walls Barbara & Frederick Washburn Jenny & Teddy White Karen Williams Leslie Williams David Wilson Gene Wolfson Carolyn Wong JoAnne & Gary Wood Marla Wulf
John Robichau The Pavilion Partners President For more information about Partners, please visit www.woodlandscenter.org/partners.
“Feel the Sun Shine, Shinin’ Down On Me and You” at Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser by Stanica Matijevich
The Pavilion Partners 2013 First-time Scholarship Recipients: (Awarded $1,000 unless otherwise noted) Zachary Biehl, Dance, Oak Ridge High School ($2,000 The Pavilion Partners Scholarship Honoring the Founding Members)
Cathryn Blackman, Instrumental Music, Klein Collins High School
It’s going to be a “Long Hot Summer.” Pull on your “Blue Jeans” and join us for a great event! Mark your calendars for The Pavilion Partners Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser Aug. 16.
(Donated by and awarded in honor of Charissa & Steve Arizpe)
The event takes place in the House of Blues Hospitality Tent prior to the Keith Urban concert. Tickets to this fun summertime event are $200 per person. The evening begins at 5 p.m. with dinner, but the fun doesn’t stop there. With chances to win great prizes and opportunities to bid on vacation packages, concert memorabilia, jewelry and more during the live auction, you won’t want to miss out. All cowboys and cowgirls are encouraged to wear their favorite country summertime gear!
Justin Dring, Visual/Graphic Arts, The Woodlands College Park High School
Proceeds from this event benefit The Pavilion’s performing arts events and educational outreach programs.
(Donated by and awarded in honor of Peggy & Ray Wilcox)
The “Days Go By,” so you don’t want to let this opportunity to support a great cause pass. To make your reservations for the Pre-Concert Dinner & Fundraiser, visit www.woodlandscenter.org or contact Leslie Williams at lwilliams@ woodlandscenter.org or 281-210-1125. Tickets are limited and seating is allocated on a first come, first served basis. Purchase your tickets today because, “We talk about forever, but we’ve only got today.”
The Pavilion Partners Membership is on the Rise! The Pavilion Partners organization is growing and growing! Partners membership has been increasing this year with the addition of 84 new members. The entire membership is almost at 300 members. Partners is celebrating with a New Member Party June 7 at 6 p.m. at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. The party is a fun-filled evening and a great opportunity for current members to welcome the new members. Games, food and beverages are all a part of the fun. You can be a part of this great volunteer group by joining Partners today. Partners is hosting a volunteer information meeting for anyone interested in becoming a performing arts event volunteer. The meeting takes place June 6 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at The Pavilion. For information about Partners, contact Leslie Williams at lwilliams@woodlandscenter.org or 281-210-1125 or visit www.woodlandscenter.org/partners.
Imani Davis, Theater Arts, Westfield High School (Donated by Mark Ellis and awarded in honor of Linn Energy) (Donated by Maryann Seaman and awarded in honor of Thomas Herra)
Connor Greenwade, Vocal Music, The Woodlands High School (The Pavilion Partners Scholarship Honoring Randy Lowry)
Holly Henry, Visual/Graphic Arts, The Woodlands High School ($2,000 The Pavilion Partners Scholarship Honoring Nancy and Casey Kosh)
Hannah Jahani, Theater Arts, The Woodlands College Park High School (Donated by Sylvia Caracio and awarded in honor of Susan Caracio Fordyce)
Alexandra Kilcoyne, Vocal Music, Tomball High School Casey Klopp, Vocal Music, The Woodlands High School (Donated by Lisa and Fred Koetting and awarded in honor of Harlan Nuss)
Lauren Lestage, Vocal Music, Klein Collins High School (Donated by and awarded in honor of Dr. Judith Ragsdale, DDS, MSD)
Anna Liu, Theater Arts, Tomball High School (The Pavilion Partners Honoring Sol Sachs)
Austin Murray, Vocal Music, The Woodlands High School ($2,000, The Pavilion Partners Scholarship Honoring Arlene & Sol Sachs)
Ryne Nardecchia, Vocal Music, Klein Oak High School ($2,000, The Pavilion Partners Vince Caracio Memorial Scholarship)
Nikita Patel, Instrumental Music, The Woodlands High School ($2,000, The Pavilion Partners Lois A. Hurt Memorial Scholarship)
Madison Pugh, Theater Arts, The Woodlands High School ($2,000, The Pavilion Partners Nancy Bock Memorial Scholarship)
Victoria Rodriguez, Visual/Graphic Arts, The John Cooper School (Donated by and awarded in honor of Nelda & Jim Blair)
Zoe Smith, Visual/Graphic Arts, The Woodlands High School (Donated by Daniel Fordyce and awarded in honor of Kenneth W. Fordyce)
Morgan Starr, Vocal Music, Klein Oak High School (Donated by Annette Hallock and awarded in honor of Ken Hallock)
Stephen Trumble, Instrumental Music, The Woodlands College Park High School (Donated by and awarded in honor of Dr. Judith Ragsdale, DDS, MDS)
Taylor Vaughan, Theater Arts, Oak Ridge High School ($2,000 The Pavilion Partners Cynthia Woods Mitchell Memorial Scholarship)
Marketing Assistant Gains Real World Experience this Summer
PAVILION
by Stanica Matijevich
Have you been checking in on Foursquare when you visit The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion? Guests that visit The Pavilion and check in three times for different events between May 8 and July 12 receive a Pavilion souvenir at Bugs Bunny at the Symphony II on July 16! View the special on Foursquare for details and restrictions. Foursquare can be used on iOS and Android devices, and downloaded through the App Store or Google Play. If you’re bummed that you can’t bring in your camera to certain events, but want to be able to share photos with your friends, be sure to check The Pavilion Facebook page! We post photos and video highlights from each show within just a few days. Search “The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion” on Facebook to find our page. The Pavilion loves to see guests with picnics at performing arts events! Visit our Pinterest page for great ideas for picnics that the whole family will enjoy. You can find our page at pinterest.com/thepavilion_tx. Did you know that The Pavilion is on Instagram? We post behind the scenes photos as well as photos of fans and activities around The Pavilion. Check us out at instagram.com/ thepavilion_tx.
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This summer Stanica Matijevich joins The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion as the marketing assistant. A senior at the University of Houston, Matijevich hopes to gain real world experience before graduating in December with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and minor in Retail and Consumer Sciences. A proud member of Delta Zeta, she has held many leadership positions. This year she is honored to be serving as the chapter’s president. Last year Matijevich was heavily involved with Delta Zeta’s local philanthropy efforts, working at The Center for Hearing and Speech. Having served as their public relations and marketing intern for the fall semester, she helped prepare for their biggest event Via Colori. It is a two day street painting festival that raised more than $400,000. Matijevich also was involved in the University of Houston Orientation Team for two years and served as an executive member. Matijevich moved to Houston in 2010 from California. Though she claims to not have an artistic bone in her body, she does have a love for music. With Selena Quintanilla Perez being her idol and inspiration to work hard and achieve her dream, she hopes this summer gives her insight into the music industry and sends her on her way of achieving her dreams of working in the entertainment business as a public relations professional.
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