The Glenn Miller Orchestra
Tuesday, September 27, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. Formed in March 1938, the second Glenn Miller Orchestra is a 19-member band which plays many of the original Miller arrangements that are sure to keep the audience entertained. As of January 2011, trombonist Gary Tole is the orchestra’s new musical director. They are now playing more modern selections in the big-band style, carefully selecting only those newer tunes that lend themselves naturally to the Miller style and sound.
Karkowska Sisters Duo: 90 Minutes Around the World
Monday, November 21, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
The Karkowska Sisters are two gifted women who entertain and mesmerize the audience with their delightful playing of violin and piano. Anna plays the violin like a true artist with laser-like precision and her sister Kasha completely harmonizes with her skill at the piano. Karkowska Sisters Duo is an award-winning, internationally acclaimed ensemble that in addition to a recital and chamber music repertoire, performs with extraordinary talent, fused with laughter, beautiful music, and unforgettable stories.
American Spiritual Ensemble
Thursday, January 12, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
The American Spiritual Ensemble is composed of some of the finest singers in the United States. The vocalists have thrilled audiences around the world with their dynamic renditions of classical spirituals, jazz and Broadway numbers. The Spiritual Ensemble was founded in 1995 with the mission of keeping the American Negro spiritual alive. With its dynamic renditions, the group has thrilled audiences throughout the United States, Europe, South America, and Spain. (www.americanspiritualensemble.com)
Aquila Theater: The Importance of Being Earnest
Monday, February 20, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
This acclaimed British-American touring company presents a delightful production of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest, and promises to overflow with humor, elegance and romantic comedy. Based in New York City since 1999, Aquila Theatre has gone on to win critical and academic acclaim worldwide and regularly appears at international festivals with performances in places as diverse as Carnegie Hall, the Ancient Stadium at Delphi, the Los Angeles Cathedral Plaza and the White House.
Moscow Festival Ballet: Sleeping Beauty
Tuesday, March 13, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Direct from Moscow, Russia, the Moscow Festival Ballet presents Sleeping Beauty, a full-length ballet in three acts about one of the most familiar fairytales of all time set to Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music. The Moscow Festival Ballet was founded in 1989 by legendary principal dancer of the Bolshoi Ballet, Sergei Radchenko. The company specializes in 20th century full-length ballets and has toured throughout the United States and around the world. Sleeping Beauty remains a European classic with all of the famous fairytale characters coming to life in this lavish stage production.
