World Stage: Ruth Eckerd Hall

Richard B. Baumgardner Center for the Performing Arts

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2012-13 SEASON

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WORLD STAGE 2012-13

Celtic Thunder VoyageSat, Nov 3

2 & 8pm

A quick sellout; get your tickets early!

Direct from the new PBS special, Celtic Thunder returns

on its Voyage tour, bringing contemporary Celtic favorites,

soulful ballads and love songs.

Arturo SandovalSat, Oct 27 6 & 9pm

Artist and composer, one of the most dynamic and vivacious live performers today.

GRAMMY®, Emmy® and Billboard Award-winning protégé of Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval is guardian of jazz trumpet and flugel horn and one of the most brilliant, multifaceted and renowned musicians of our time. Dear Diz is his latest release.

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WORLD STAGE 2012-13 BeniseEn Fuego Sat, Nov 10 • 8pm

Vibrant costumes, brilliant choreography and ever-changing sets...unforgettable!

PBS heartthrob and international guitar sensation Benise returns with an all-new world music and dance spectacular.

Drumline LiveFri, Nov 16 • 7:30pm

Drumline electrifies in the spirit of Stomp and Blast.

With high stepping and funky dance rhythms, Drumline Live explodes onto the stage with a repertoire ranging from the hottest hip-hop to R&B, classic Motown and the rousing sounds of the great brass tradition, from classical to the Top 40.

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Salute to ViennaA New Year’s Eve

CelebrationMon, Dec 31 • 8pm

Salute to Vienna

returns for the fifteenth

time.

An orchestra, singers, dancers,

Strauss waltzes, polkas, and the

elegance of Vienna’s New

Year’s Concert provide a great New

Year’s Eve celebration.

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A Christmas Carol

Thu, Dec 20 • 7pm

A Ruth Eckerd Hall tradition since 1983!

In this beloved Dickens classic, ghosts of Christmases past,

present and future guide Scrooge on a journey of

redemption as he discovers the spirit of Christmas and a new life

filled with joy and love.

WORLD STAGE 2012-13 Teatro Lirico D’Europa

presents Rossini’s The Barber

of Sevillew/ Symphony OrchestraThu, Jan 24 •7:30pm

The finest of comic operas!

A marvelously crafted, brilliantly inventive, and uproariously funny opera in Italian with

English supertitles. Does the Count get the girl?

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Michael Amante & The New York TenorsSun, Jan 27 • 2pm

The best of Broadway, opera, film and American classics from three New York originals!

Michael Amante, “The People’s Tenor,” Andy Cooney, “Irish America’s Favorite Son” (The New York Times) and Daniel Rodriguez, the New York City police officer whose voice soothed our grief during the days following September 11, join forces for a “can’t-miss” showcase of some of the world’s greatest repertoire and greatest voices.

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WORLD STAGE 2012-13 Women

of IrelandSat, Feb 16

2 & 8pm

Experience the next generation of Ireland’s

leading female performers!

World champion dancers and some of Ireland’s finest female

performers bring Irish andCeltic music to the Capitol The-atre. This energetic, compelling

and innovative concert produc-tion shares Irish music, song and

dance, and a wealth of Irish talent.

Teatro Lirico D’Europa presents

Verdi’s La TraviataThu, Feb 21 • 7:30pm

Would you sacrifice your own happiness

for love?

Forbidden love is thwarted in Verdi’s famous story set in 19th century Paris as Violetta Valery ends her affair to preserve the honor of her beloved Alfredo

Germont. In Italian with English supertitles.


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WORLD STAGE 2012-13 Joshua Bell

Fri, Feb 22 • 8pm

“Joshua Bell will be the one remembered in 50

years’ time.” (The Strad)

With breathtaking virtuosity and rare sweetness of tone,

classical music superstar Joshua Bell dazzles audiences with his

artistry and enthusiasm. French Impressions is the latest of this

GRAMMY® winner’s many CD’s. His exciting program includes

works of Schubert, Strauss, Dvorak and Prokofiev.

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The Irish RoversSat, Feb 23 • 5 & 8pm

When The Rovers are in town, it’s always a rollick-ing good time! They return for their 14th visit.

With wit, a wink, and charm both ageless and irresistible, The Irish Rovers return with songs that have captivated and delighted audiences since 1963. You know their favorites: Wasn’t That A Party, Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer, The Irish Rover, Drunken Sailor, A-Rovin’ and their signature song The Unicorn.


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Jake Shimabukuro

Thu, Feb 28• 7:30pm

Compared to Jimi Hendrix and Miles Davis,

this virtuoso astounds with his lightning-fast

playing and phenomenal dexterity.

Jake conjures sounds from his

ukelele one would never expect from this humble, four-string

instrument. Blending jazz, rock, classical, traditional Hawaiian

and folk, he creates his own unique sound.


Russian National Ballet Theatre

presentsTchaikovsky’s

Sleeping BeautyFri, Mar 1 • 7:30pm

The crowning jewel of Marius Petipa’s career.

Relive the beloved fairy tale through this lavish production

of one of the finest achievements of classical ballet.

WORLD STAGE 2012-13 Kodo

DrummersSat, Mar 2 • 7pm

“...if there is such a thing as perfection in music,

Kodo comes as near to it as any group in the

world.” (The Boston Globe)

With power akin to an endurance sport, Kodo

unleashes the force of taiko drums as these artists move

from drum to drum with balletic grace, creating primal rhythms that transcend cultural barriers to feed emotions and the soul.

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The Black Watch and the Band of the Scots GuardsWed, Mar 20 • 8pm

The pride of Scotland brings the stirring sounds of pipes, drums and a brass band to Ruth Eck-erd Hall for the fifth time.

Active duty soldiers (machine gunners and hospital personnel), The Black Watch has defended country and tradition around the world since 1745 and the Scots Guards from 1642 through today (including the Gulf War in 1990).

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WORLD STAGE 2012-13 Chris Botti

Sat, Apr 27 • 7pm

This PBS star makes his seventh appearance at Ruth Eckerd Hall, mixing hot jazz with standards

such as Summertime and Over the Rainbow.

A cluster of GRAMMY® nominations and three #1 albums

on Billboard’s Jazz Albums listings have made Chris Botti the world’s largest-selling jazz instrumentalist, known for the

signature velvet tone he brings to ballads. Impressions, his most

recent release, follows on the heels of Chris Botti in Boston and Italia, which was inspired by the

romance of Italy.

MAKE YOUR NIGHTMore SpecialComplete your night out with a Pre-Show Dinner Buffet at Ruth Eckerd Hall. This season, we have made a number of changes to our menus, service and experience. Enjoy the convenience of arriving and parking early and having dinner prior to the big show. No more indecision on the restaurant, no more last-minute reservations, and no more lines. To make your reservation, call 727.791.7400 or visit www.RuthEckerdHall.com.


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Supertramp’s Roger Hodgsonw/ Rock Symphony

Fri, Mar 22 • 8pmThe legend is back and his signature voice is stronger than ever.Gifted composer, lyricist, and the legendary voice of Super-tramp, which he cofounded, Roger Hodgson is known for setting beautiful, introspective lyrics to upbeat melodies.

Kansas w/ Rock Symphony Sat, Jan 19 • 8pmKansas makes its Ruth Eckerd Hall debut with a spellbinding show!The Topeka “garage band” that achieved success by playing only their own original music, led fans to become well versed in “air guitar” and “arena rock,” and became America’s most successful progressive rock band with hits like Dust in the Wind and Carry On Wayward Son, comes to the Hall backed by a rock symphony orchestra and laser light spectacular.

Alan Parsons Live Projectw/ Rock Symphony

Fri, Feb 15 • 8pmBack for the first time since 2006!

It was Parsons’ genius as a sound engineer for Pink Floyd’s Dark Side Of The Moon that brought him to the attention of the music world, but he has gone on to enjoy success as a producer, song-writer and performer. Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Saints fans will recognize Sirius, a popular Alan Parsons Project track.

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WORLD STAGE 2012-13 Adventures in Music & Opera Lecture Series

Presented by Pinellas Opera League

Opera, Oratorio and Broadway .......................................Wed, Oct 24 • 2pmSpecial guest Nolan Marshall, Florida’s “Singing Fireman,” as featured on TV channel 13

Dance in Opera ...............................................................Wed, Nov 14 • 2pmWith guest dancers from the Pinellas County Center for the Arts at Gibbs High School

Operas Inspired by Shakespeare ....................................Wed, Jan 23 • 2pmEnhancing his dramas with music; live performance of arias

Happy Endings in Opera .................................................. Wed, Feb 27 • 2pmThey really exist, believe it or not, as live performances will prove

Opera in Spain .................................................................Wed, Mar 20 • 2pmExperience zarzuela and more, complete with a live performance by colorful dancers

It Hurts More Than You Think ............................................. Wed, Apr 24 • 2pmExplore all that happens before the curtain rises! Rehearsals, props, sets, makeup and costumes – all painstakingly necessary

$8 per lecture, package of all six lectures $40. Buy 5 and get one free!Murray Studio Theater

Ages 10 and up (Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult)

Sat, Oct 20

11:00 am – Doors Open and Shopping11:30 am – Great Room Buffet Lunch11:30 am – Main Stage Lunch 1:00 pm – Fashion Show

Single Tickets - 727.791.7400Group Discounts - 727.712.2717

Proceeds benefit the education programs of The Marcia P. Hoffman Performing Arts Institute at Ruth Eckerd Hall.


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God Bless America – The Irving Berlin SongbookSun, Nov 11 • 2pm

The Clearwater Chorus has performed continuously since 1969, sang at the opening of Ruth Eckerd Hall in 1983, and has performed here every year since.Join us as we remember and celebrate this American giant, the gifted composer who wrote the patriotic song for WWII that set America singing for more than 80 years and whose lyrics and melodies still seem fresh and right.

Ain’t Love GrandSun, Apr 14 • 2pm

The Clearwater Chorus toured Europe in 1982 and 1987.With old and new favorites from stage, screen and pop (and a few surprises) we look at love through the eyes of great lyricists and composers. Young love, mature love, lost love, love never to be: all have been set to music. Sing along with us as you remember...

Serenade Strings Fall ConcertSat, Oct 20 • 7:30pm Duet Performers: Ms. Nancy Chang, Associate Concertmaster in The Florida Orchestra Mr. Lei Liu, Second Assistant Concertmaster in The Florida OrchestraThe Serenade Strings Orchestra, PYS String Chamber Ensembles

Holiday Chamber Ensembles ConcertFri, Dec 14 • 7:30pmString, Woodwind, and Brass Chamber Ensembles

Finale Chamber Ensembles ConcertFri, May 10 • 7:30pmString, Woodwind, and Brass Chamber Ensembles

The Serenade Strings Orchestra is the showcase string orchestra of the Pinellas Youth Symphony under the direction of Mr. Lei Liu. String, Woodwind and Brass Chamber Ensembles are under the direction of professional musicians from The Florida Orchestra. All PYS groups rehearse weekly at Ruth Eckerd Hall and perform classical music throughout the County.

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WORLD STAGE 2012-13 ON SALE INFORMATION

• “Pick 5” Packages are on sale now• Members can buy single tickets Mon, Aug 13• General Public can buy single tickets Sat, Sep 1

RESERVE YOUR “PICK 5” PACKAGEChoose any five (5) World Stage shows from this brochure

for just $125 and save $50 - save 29% Due to the nature of the discount, there are no refunds or exchanges

for tickets purchased, regardless of reason. No exceptions.

MAKE YOUR NIGHT MORE SPECIALComplete your night out with a pre-show All-You-Care-To-Eat Dinner Buf-fet for just $20. This season, we have made a number of changes to our menus, service and experience. Enjoy the convenience of arriving and parking early and having dinner prior to the big show. No more indecision on the restaurant, no more last-minute reservations, and no more lines. Visit www.RuthEckerdHall.com for specific menu details.

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3 EASY WAYS TO RESERVE YOUR “PICK 5” PACKAGE1. Visit www.RuthEckerdHall.com2. Call our Ticket Office at 727.791.74003. Visit our Ticket Office Mon – Sat, 12 pm – 6 pm and one hour prior to

performances

GROUP DISCOUNTS ARE ALSO AVAILABLECall 727.712.2717 or visit www.RuthEckerdHall.com


2012-13 Season at a Glance

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Members get the best seats. Become a member and get tickets before the public. Members can also upgrade their seats with no additional handling fee.

Become a member at Ruth Eckerd Hall and the Capitol Theatre. Call 727.712.2720 or visit www.RuthEckerdHall.com.

2012-13 Season at a GlanceBROADWAYRock of Ages (the musical) ................................Sat, Oct 6Agatha Christie’s The BBC Murders................... Nov 13-18*Nunset Boulevard w/ Cindy Williams ................ Sun, Dec 2Catch Me If You Can (the musical) ....................Sat, Dec 8Billy Elliot The Musical ................................... Jan 29-30A Chorus Line .................................................Feb 26-27HAIR The Musical ................................................Apr 4-6West Side Story ............................................June 21-23

ADULTS AT LEISURESimply Sinatra Christmas w/ Steve Lippia ........ Thu, Dec 6The Kings of Swing ........................................Tue, Dec 11A Christmas Carol ......................................... Thu, Dec 20Elvis Birthday Bash: Blue Suede Shoes ........... Sun, Jan 13The Great American Songbook ..................... Mon, Jan 14Neil Berg’s 105 Years of Broadway .................. Fri, Jan 25The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra .......... Fri, Feb 1The Lowe Family ............................................. Tue, Feb 5Vienna Boys Choir .......................................Mon, Feb 11Hooray for Hollywood .................................... Sun, Feb 17In The Mood ...................................................Thu, Feb 21Sandy Hackett’s Rat Pack Show ..................... Sun, Feb 24Celtic Crossroads – The Gathering Tour ..........Sun, Mar 10Andy Cooney’s Forever Irish ......................... Mon, Mar 18Louie Anderson ................................................Sun, Apr 7

WORLD STAGEFashion Takes Center Stage .............................Sat, Oct 20PYS Serenade Strings .....................................Sat, Oct 20Arturo Sandoval ..............................................Sat, Oct 27*Celtic Thunder Voyage .....................................Sat, Nov 3Benise En Fuego ............................................Sat, Nov 10**Clearwater Chorus God Bless America, The Irving Berlin Songbook ............................ Sun, Nov 11Drumline Live ................................................ Fri, Nov 16PYS Holiday Chamber Ensembles ....................Fri, Dec 14A Christmas Carol ........................................ Thu, Dec 20Salute to Vienna .......................................... Mon, Dec 31Rossini’s The Barber of Seville ........................Thu, Jan 24Michael Amante & The New York Tenors........... Sun, Jan 27Women of Ireland .......................................... Sat, Feb 16*Verdi’s La Traviata .........................................Thu, Feb 21Joshua Bell ................................................... Fri, Feb 22The Irish Rovers ............................................. Sat, Feb 23*Jake Shimabukuro .........................................Thu, Feb 28*Russian National Ballet Theatre Tchaikovsky’s Sleeping Beauty .......................... Fri, Mar 1Kodo Drummers ..............................................Sat, Mar 2The Black Watch and The Band of The Scots Guards ......................Wed, Mar 20Clearwater Chorus Ain’t Love Grand ................Sun, Apr 14Chris Botti ......................................................Sat, Apr 27PYS Finale Chamber Ensembles ..................... Fri, May 10

* The Capitol Theatre in downtown Clearwater** The Palladium at St. Petersburg College

COMEDYJeff Garlin .....................................................Sat, Nov 17**Ron White ...................................................... Sat, Jan 26Kathleen Madigan ..........................................Thu, Feb 28**Regis Philbin & Pat Cooper ...........................Sun, Mar 17Bill Cosby ......................................................Sat, Mar 23Louie Anderson ................................................Sun, Apr 7

CONCERTSJoe Cocker & Dave Mason ............................... Thu, Oct 4 Renaissance .....................................................Sat, Oct 6*The Australian Pink Floyd Show .........................Fri, Oct 12John Legend .................................................. Tue, Oct 16 Chris Robinson Brotherhood ............................Sat, Oct 20* Lynyrd Skynyrd .............................................Wed, Oct 24LeAnn Rimes .................................................... Fri, Nov 9Glenn Frey .....................................................Sat, Nov 10 Anita Baker ....................................................Sat, Nov 17 ASIA..............................................................Tue, Nov 20*Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2012 ........Sat, Nov 24 Richard Marx ...................................................Sat, Dec 1*Eddie Vedder ...................................................Dec 3 & 4Bowzer’s Holiday Rock ’n’ Roll Party ...................Fri, Dec 7Iris DeMent ....................................................Sun, Dec 9*A Peter White Christmas w/ Mindi Abair & Rick Braun; Flavor of Jazz VII ...........................................Tue, Dec 11Buddy Valastro: The Cake Boss ........................ Sat, Jan 12 Natalie Merchant w/ Symphony Orchestra ......... Fri, Jan 18Kansas w/ Rock Symphony.............................. Sat, Jan 19 Engelbert Humperdinck ................................ Wed, Jan 23Ron White, Moral Compass Tour ...................... Sat, Jan 26Michael Amante & The New York Tenors........... Sun, Jan 27 Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes ................ Fri, Feb 1*Arlo Guthrie ..................................................... Sat, Feb 2*Leon Redbone ................................................... Fri, Feb 8*David Wilcox ................................................... Sat, Feb 9*Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons ....................... Sat, Feb 9 Alan Parson’s Live Project w/ Rock Sumphony ... Fri, Feb 15Jim Brickman Valentine Concert ..................... Sat, Feb 16Herb Alpert & Michael Franks ...........................Sat, Mar 2**Tony Bennett ................................................... Tue, Mar 5Richard Nader’s Doo Wop Reunion XIII ..............Sat, Mar 9Regis Philbin & Pat Cooper ...........................Sun, Mar 17Supertramp’s Roger Hodgsonw/ Rock Symphony ..........................................Fri, Mar 22Bill Cosby ......................................................Sat, Mar 23Chick Corea & Bela Fleck ..............................Sun, Mar 24Brady Bunch Live Featuring Barry Williams .....Sun, Mar 24Queen Latifah ............................................... Tue, Mar 26 The Midtown Men ..........................................Sat, Mar 30David Benoit & Brian Culbertson .....................Sat, Mar 30*Diana Krall .....................................................Wed, Apr 3 The Bronx Wanderers ............................. Apr 4-7 & 11-14*ABBA The Concert ...........................................Fri, Apr 12Scooby-Doo! Live ........................................... Sat, June 8

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