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April 2008
EXTRAORDINARY
ARTISTS AND MUSIC
COMING TO YOU IN APRIL AND MAY AT
THE KING CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
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Performing Arts.
ART GARFUNKEL & THE BREVARD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Sunday, April 3, 7pm
Tickets on Sale Now
Price $75, $55, $35
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Blessed with what the New York Times describes as a "beautiful countertenor,"
singer Art Garfunkel has made an indelible mark on the music world as
both a solo artist and half of the unrivaled Simon & Garfunkel. Together
they are revered for such hits as Mrs. Robinson, Scarborough Fair, The
Sound of Silence, The Boxer and Bridge Over Troubled Water. His solo debut
albumAngel Clare spawned the top 10 hit All I Know. The Brevard Symphony
Orchestra will be joining Art Garfunkel for a memorable evening of music.
MANHEIM STEAMROLLER
Friday, April 8, 8pm
Tickets on Sale Now
Price $48, $38
Grammy Award winning composer/musician Chip Davis is one of the most successful innovators and entrepreneurs in music history. More than 25 years ago, he transformed popular instrumental music by introducing what has become known as the New Age Music genre. By mixing pop music with classical and rock styles, he has given new life to country music and rejuvenated Christmas music with the release of his best-selling series of holiday albums. Tonight they will bring to you a spectacular evening of sight and sound for the entire family!
TODD
RUNDGREN & JOE JACKSON
Wednesday, April 13, 8pm
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Price $32.50, $25
Produced by Fantasma, Inc.
Todd Rundgren is universally regarded as the most influential and innovative artist of his generation. For the past 35 years, he has consistently been on the cutting edge as a musician, singer-songwriter, record producer and multimedia artist. After his success with Something/Anything, he went on to record two more ground breaking psychedelic albums A Wizard/ A True Star and the self-titled masterpiece Todd. During that same year he formed the progressive rock band called Utopia. British singer, musician, songwriter and producer Joe Jackson has flirted with 1940's jump and swing music, post-punk New Wave and symphonic music. He won a Grammy for his classically based album Symphony No. 1. Some of his most memorable hits include Sunday Papers, Fools in Love and Is She Really Going Out With Him? Come and enjoy an evening of pop rock nostalgia as Todd Rundgren and Joe Jackson make their first appearance on the King Center stage.
RAVI
SHANKAR AND ANOUSHKA SHANKAR
Friday, April 15, 8pm
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Price $40, $30
Legendary virtuoso sitarist, composer, teacher and writer, Ravi Shankar is renowned throughout the world for his pioneering work in bringing Indian music to the West. He won his third Grammy for Full Circle/Live At Carnegie Hall 2000 in the Best Album in World Music category. Over many decades Shankar has concertized on the world's greatest stages sharing his love of music with people from all countries. He continues this journey with his daughter and protégé, Anoushka, the only artist in the world to be trained completely by her father. An incredible evening with two remarkable musicians!
DENNIS
DEYOUNG
Sunday, April 17, 7pm
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Price $45, $35
Produced by Fantasma, Inc.
Dennis DeYoung recreates 30 years of musical history in this unique symphonic rock experience. Former singer and songwriter of the Chicago based rock group STYX DeYoung combines the live orchestra with the edge of a rock band bringing new power and feeling to such classics as Lady, Babe, Mr. Roboto, Grand Illusion, Don't Let It End and Rockin' the Paradise. Joining this evening of entertainment is special guest John Waite, an accomplished acoustic performer and exceptional vocalist whose hits include Missing You, Change, When I See You Smile, Every Time I Think Of You and Back On My Feet Again. DeYoung, along with his five-piece band and guest Broadway vocalists make this evening a rock experience too great to miss!
JAZZ
ATTACK
Monday, April 18, 8pm
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Price $38, $30
Produced by Brevard Jazz Series
Rick Braun, Peter White, Jonathan Butler and Richard Elliot are touring together in hopes of giving their fans an evening to remember! Contemporary jazz Guitarist/keyboard player Peter White became a leader in his field in the 90's and is a veteran session player on all Basia albums. Two-time smooth jazz "Artist of the Year", Rick Braun (trumpeter/composer/producer) blends soulful melodies and forceful funk rhythms with cool contemporary vibe. Guitarist Jonathan Butler's ability to create spirited music from his soul has won him two Grammy nominations and saxophonist Richard Elliot has become one of the brightest stars in the smooth jazz galaxy. Join us tonight for an inspirational evening of smooth jazz!
CHUCK
BERRY AND LITTLE RICHARD
Tuesday, April 19, 8pm
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Price $50, $35
Chuck Berry's music has transcended generations. Tunes like Johnny B. Goode, Maybellene, and Memphis are some of the most easily recognizable rock and roll songs of the century and have become anthems to American youth and pop culture. Little Richard exploded into the American rock & roll music scene in the mid-50's. His song Tutti Frutti was his catalyst to success and led to an uninterrupted run of smash hits including Long Tall Sally, Rip It Up, Lucille and Keep A Knockin'. The King Center is set to be rockin' and rollin'. Good Golly Miss Molly don't miss out on the fun!
SLEEPING
BEAUTY
Friday, April 22, 8pm
Saturday, April 23, 2pm
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Price $37.50, $31.50, $19.50
Feast your eyes and ears on the visual and aural treat of Sleeping Beauty, one of the greatest pearls of Russian ballet. This premiere event is presented by The Space Coast Ballet and brings to life this beloved tale with international ballet stars, brilliant choreography, magical costumes and stunning sets from Russia. Tchaikovsky's beautiful music is brought to life by the Brevard Symphony Orchestra.
HAYLEY
WESTENRA
Saturday, May 14, 8pm
Tickets on Sale Now
Price $35, $25
New Zealand singing sensation Hayley Westenra has captured the hearts of millions with the release of her first international album Pure. She made chart-busting history in the music industry by becoming the fastest-selling debut classical artist in U.K. history ahead of Charlotte Church, Pavarotti, Bocelli and Russell Watson. Although primarily a classical performer, on Pure she explores the worlds of pop, traditional Maori choral singing, and gives a new freshness to well-known classical repertoire. She's performed at Carnegie Hall. Now you can see her at the King Center. With the voice of an angel a new star has been born!
AN
EVENING WITH ACOUSTIC ALCHEMY
Friday, May 27, 8pm
Tickets on Sale Now
Price $35.50, $28.50
Co-Presented by the King Center and Roland's Brevard Jazz Series
Come and enjoy Acoustic Alchemy's one of a kind jazz sounds as Greg Carmichael, Miles Gilderdale bring their unique sound to the King Center stage. This guitar-based duo personifies what has come to be known as New Adult Contemporary music. Their memorable melodies and complex interplay between nylon and steel string guitars helped to establish them as leaders in the emerging contemporary instrumental field. With eight albums under their belts, they continually strive to musically challenge both themselves and their listeners. Come and see for yourself. A must see for all jazz fans!
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Tickets may be purchased at the King Center Ticket Office, 3865 North
Wickham Road, Melbourne, or by calling the King Center Ticket Hotline
(321) 242-2219 and using your Visa or MasterCard. Tickets are available
by calling Ticketmaster at (321) 459-3309 or (407) 839-3900 or visiting
any Ticketmaster outlet. To order tickets online: http://www.kingcenter.com
. Tickets for Acoustic Alchemy and Jazz Attack may be ordered through
The Brevard Jazz Series at 1-888-577-5299 or www.jazzseries.com.
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CHILDREN'S EDUCATIONAL THEATRE PROGRAM
Group Reservations (321) 634-3760 Single Tickets: (321) 242-2219
These shows can only be purchased by calling the above numbers
or visiting the King Center Ticket Office
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SCHOOL TIME PERFORMANCES
ALADDIN
AND THE MAGIC LAMP
Thursday, April 14, 9:45am & 11:30am
Tickets on Sale Now
Price: groups $4 Single tickets $4.50
Recommended Grades K - 5 Musical
Set in Persia, this classic tale comes alive with music, magic and mayhem. Will Aladdin marry the beautiful princess? Will the wicked magician reclaim the magic lamp? Will the powerful Genie help Aladdin to achieve his dream? Join the fun and excitement in this musical showstopper!
ALEXANDAR
WHO'S NOT, NOT, NOT,
NOT, NOT, NOT GOING TO MOVE
Tuesday, April 26, 9:45am & 11:30am
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Price: groups $4 Single tickets $4.50
Recommended Grades K - 4 Musical Theatre
Alexander's family is moving and he is afraid there will be no one nearby his age. Even though his friends share with him the fine points of moving, he decides he's not going to go. Judith Viorst masterfully brings to life one of America's feisty characters for young audiences in this comical and heartwarming musical. You'll identify with Alexander's anxiety of leaving behind what you know to embrace the challenges of what you don't know.
ART IN THE CENTER
Monthly art exhibits are featured in the Harris Corporation Art Gallery.
These exhibits are open (free of charge) to the public every Tuesday between
1:00 - 4:30 pm (except days featuring matinee performances). Call (321)
242-2219 for information.
EXHIBITORS
"LYRICAL INTERLUDE"
Ray Madden -- Prisma-Color
Opens March 26 - Closes April 24
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