StagePass Jan/Feb2013

January / February 2013

TEN QUESTIONS WITH JAZZ LEGEND

BRANFORD MARSALIS

NUNSET BOULEVARD Starring Cindy Williams

A GLIMPSE INTO THE UNSEEN WORLDOF BACKSTAGE

A Visit Behind the Scenes at Seussical

THE GUIDEFolsom sees Legally Blonde, Clint Black, and Rasta Boys

of Dance at THREE STAGES

IN THIS ISSUE:

10 Questions with Jazz Master Brnford Marsalis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

The Backstage World of the Theater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

A Lot of Fun and Nunsense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Top Tier Jazz Right Here in Folsom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Guide for Local Upcoming Shows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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COVER PHOTO BY PALMA KOLANSKY

10QUESTIONS

with Jazz MasterBranford Marsalis

Branford Marsalis is one of the most revered instrumentalists of our time . . .

music does not sound good when all of the musicians are in isolated booths. We need a room with great natural reverb, and preferably a room where the room sound responds to the volume created by the band (in other words, when the band plays softly, the room does not react the same way as it does when the band plays loudly).

Rooms like that cost hundreds of thousands to create, and this room – built in 1891, does this naturally.

Q. FOUR MFS PLAYING’ TUNES WAS RECORDED IN TWO DAYS. SOME ARTISTS SPEND MONTHS IN THE STUDIO. HOW DO YOU APPROACH THE PROCESS OF RECORDING MUSIC?

Either you’re band is good or it isn’t. Almost all records in the 50s and early 60s were done in a similar fashion. We play songs we know, and songs we don’t (originals brought in by band members). I have confidence that the musicians in the group know enough music to make a bold musical statement with little pre - determined information.

Q. YOU HAVE PLAYED WITH A LOT OF GREAT MUSICIANS IN

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He is a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master, a three-time Grammy Award winner and a Tony Award nominated composer.

As the head of Marsalis Music, the label he founded in 2002, he has produced both his own projects and those of the jazz world’s most pro-mising new and established artists.

With the recent release of Four MFs Playin’ Tunes, the Branford Marsalis Quartet has been doing a series of live performances at selected venues around the country. They will be performing at Three Stages in Folsom on January 31.

Branford Marsalis took a few mo-ments from his tour commitments to answer our questions about jazz and the art of making music.

Q. YOU’RE HIGHLY ACCOM-PLISHED IN BOTH THE JAZZ AND THE CLASSICAL IDIOMS. HOW DOES THE EXPERIENCE OF PERFORMING ONE DIFFER —IF AT ALL — FROM THE OTHER?

Jazz and popular music are very conversational; and the message is oft times more important than the delivery. Classical music is like a play: you have to develop a character that is believable to an audience, and there is the matter of memorizing 10,000 words, and making them your own. A very different discipline, although the emotional purpose of all music is pretty much the same.

Q. WHAT DOES YOUR EXPERTISE IN PERFORMING JAZZ BRING TO YOUR CLASSICAL PERFORMANCES AND VICE-VERSA?

Playing classical music has forced me to address technical deficiencies that jazz permits. My

tone and control are much better, which allows me to take certain chances and believe that I will land on my feet.

Jazz has helped me pay attention to the sound of the music, not just the notes. That way, much of what I play is affected by the orchestra I play with, as opposed to a singular, dimensional approach.

Q. WHEN ON TOUR, YOU HAVE TO PERFORM THE SAME MUSIC NIGHT AFTER NIGHT, SOMETIMES TWICE IN ONE EVENING. HOW DO YOU KEEP IT “FRESH” FOR EACH AUDIENCE?

We don’t have to play the same music night after night. And be-cause we are aware of the audience, the energy— or lack thereof—that they give to us affects what and how we play.

Q. YOUR LATEST ALBUM WAS RECORDED AT THE HAYTI HERTITAGE CENTER IN NORTH CAROLINA. YOU COULD HAVE RECORDED AT JUST ABOUT ANY RECORDING STUDIO IN THE WORLD. WHAT MADE THAT SPACE SPECIAL FOR DOING THOSE RECORDINGS?

Most studios in the world are designed for pop music. Acoustic

Photo by Eric Ryan Anderson

‘‘ Jazz and popular music are VERY CONVERSATIONAL; and the MESSAGE is oft times MORE IMPORTANT than the delivery.’’

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YOUR CAREER. ARE THERE ANY PARTICULAR MOMENTS THAT COME TO MIND?

They are all great experiences. I don’t rank one over the other. But if I had to, I guess it would be my first gig ever, in 1974, playing with the Mighty Creators, in a club called The Horse, on North Claiborne Avenue in New Orleans. I made 75 cents.

Q. YOU’RE ON THE RECORD AS WANTING A HIGHER LEVEL OF COMMITMENT FROM YOUNG ARTISTS TOWARDS HONING THEIR CRAFT. WHAT ROLE DO YOU THINK HIGHER EDUCATION PLAYS IN THIS, IF ANY?

Education can do what it does, which is mostly give young people the space to think and study without having to pay rent. No school can provide a student with the cognition necessary to excel (not financially) in her/her chosen profession. But school can be important. I don’t agree with much of the curriculum in jazz studies programs, but there are thousands of recordings available for any serious student to learn about the music. It’s up to the student.

Q. HOW DO YOU FEEL LISTENING TO LIVE PERFORMANCE VERSUS A RECORDING CHANGES THE ROLE OF THE LISTENER?

Above: The Branford Marsalis Quartet will be performing at Three Stages in Folsom on January 31.Photo by Eric Ryan Anderson

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Assuming that most people don’t really listen to the music they like, but participate in it, live performance in pop music is clearly better. The size of the crowds, the massive wall of sound, the lights; it can’t be compared to

in a musical setting. But for what we do, the musicians can make the live experience greater than the recording if they choose to live in the moment they are in, and not rely on their prepared remarks as much.

Q. HOW HAVE YOU APPROACHED INTRODUCING YOUR OWN CHILDREN TO MUSIC?

When they were younger, they only listened to instrumental classical music or jazz. My reasoning was, I wanted them to embrace the idea that music could be about whatever they wanted it to be about, as opposed to what happens when lyrics are introduced.

Now, they listen to what all of the other kids listen to – Carly Rae Jepsen, The Jonas Brothers, Alicia Keys, Usher, PSY, ad naseaum (although I did enjoy the Jonas Brothers in concert); but can also identify music by Tchaikovsky when hearing it. One day, they will probably get sick of the pop stuff they’re listening to now; and at that point, they will have directions they can go in that won’t intimidate them.

Q. IF YOU WERE GIVING ADVICE TO A YOUNG PERSON WHO HOPED TO BECOME A MUSICIAN, WHAT WOULD YOU TELL THEM?

Listen to as much music as you can that is not like the music you like. Musicians should never be fans, only students. When listening, always assume that you are going to not like it; and allow it to defy your expectations. Never be afraid of sounding like crap in front of an audience, it’s the only way to improve.

You can hear hear An Evening with Branford Marsalis on Thursday, January 31,

at 7:30 p.m. at Three Stages. The Branford Marsalis Quartet’s latest release, Four MFs

Playin’ Tunes is available through iTunes, CD, deluxe vinyl, and in high-definition digital.

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BackstageWorldof theTheater

Often the show backstage is every bit as entertaining as that which is presented to the audience. Set changes and transitions are tightly choreographed. Costumes and props are set out in precise order. A well coordinated cast of backstage technicians makes sure that every detail of the show comes off as planned.

Acclaimed photographer Michael Scandling joined the cast backstage during El Dorado Musical Theatre’s recent production of Seussical the Musical. The photos he took give

you a glimpse into a world few people are aware of, or ever get to see. The world behind the curtains.

(Clockwise from left) The cast gathers just behind the curtain a few minutes before starting the show. On stage

right an elaborate system of ropes and weights allows set pieces and backgrounds to “fly” in and out. A few steps away, the Stage Manager directs the tech team who executes all of the behind-the-scenes show elements.

Photos by Michael Scandling

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(Above) Once the show begins, backstage becomes a blur of motion as actors and sets swirl around each other.

(Below) In contrast, there are moments of stillness while performers wait for their next cue to go on stage. These “Military Cadets” prepare to march on stage into mock battle.

(Above) The backstage crew has a very different view of the show. They don’t get to see the show from the perspective of the audience unless they take a day off to see the show from the “house.” Here you can see the view from the “wings” through the “portals” and past the “legs,” the technical term for the side drapes.

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(Clockwise from top left across spread)

1) The actors themselves are often entranced by the action on stage as they await their cue in the wings.

2) A black hooded tech crew member is hidden from audience view while the audience sees Horton endan-gered by hunters.

3) The design of set pieces takes into consideration safety and the abuse of movement through many shows.

4) Lighting plays a critical role in creat-ing mood. Setting, focusing, and programming lights is one of the most labor-intensive tech roles after a show “moves in” to a theater.

5) Each moment is scripted, from the lines and songs to each technical transition throughout a show.

6) Mazie finds an out-of-the-way place along the fly rail to wait as a member of the tech crew goes into action.

7) One of the large set pieces sits ready to move off stage left. These multi-level pieces require four to six people to “set” or “strike” on or off stage.

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(Clockwise from top left) 1) Ten minutes before show time,

the cast joins in one large circle to unify and focus the performers. Wishes for a successful show are shared and the cast goes onstage as “places” is called. It’s show time.

2) Things move quickly in the areas between the dressing rooms and the stage. There are times when a performer exits from one side of the stage only to have to reenter the stage on the other side a moment later.

3) Cooperation is vital when hair and make-up are touched up. Hats, wigs and costumes are secured. Everything is checked to confirm that it is scene -ready.

4) Before the performance all costumes are organized in correct order for each performer. Many cast members had six to seven costume changes. In total, there were 1,118 costume pieces used during the production. The fastest costume change in this show was eight seconds to go off stage, swap costumes and return to the stage as a different character.

5) A Prop Master manages the wide range of props used in the show. In Seussical the Musical, the 178 props ranged from pogo sticks to hula hoops. They are stored on a special prop table where actors check them in and out as they are used during the show. Before each performance, all props are checked to make sure the are properly staged for the show.

6) There were two complete casts of 65 performers each. They ranged in age from 6 to 20 years old. For some it was there very first time performing on stage. For others it was their 39th production. Here, one of our performers is dressed for her part in the Circus McGurkis section of the show, along with Thing 2.

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(Clockwise from top right) 1) There is a magic moment when the show is over and the

crowd comes to its feet with thunderous applause. This view from the wings captures one of those moments.

2) JoJo, Mayzie, Horton, Gertrude, and the Cat in the Hat celebrate a highly successful run of the show.

3) Here the Cat in the Hat poses for a photo with one of the young fans.

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A conversation with Danny Goggin, creator of Nunset Boulevard and the entire Nunsense series.

Nunset Boulevard is the seventh installment in the popular and highly acclaimed Nunsense series of musical comedies. The national touring company starring Cindy Williams will be performing in Folsom January 14-16.

The original production of Nunsense opened in 1985 and ran for 3,672 performances, becoming one of the longest-running off-Broadway shows in history.

By the time it closed, it had become an international phenomenon translated into at least 26 languages with more than 8,000 productions worldwide.

We had a chance to catch up

with Danny Goggin, the creator of the Nunsese series and talk about his newest production in the series, Nunset Boulevard.Q: I understand that the whole Nunsense concept started as a line of greeting cards. DG: Yes! A friend of mine, a Dominican brother, gave me a mannequin dressed as a traditional Dominican nun as a joke when the nuns started modernizing their habits.

I was working at a show, and a photographer there said, “Well, let’s do a greeting card of her.” So we did this greeting card, and people thought it was funny. The cards took off like wild fire. In the first year, we sold 100,000 of them.

We took them around Greenwich

Village, and people bought them like crazy. As a fluke, somebody cancelled a booth in the National Stationery Show in New York, and we got in. In two days, we had sold 35,000 cards, and had sales reps lined up for all over the country.

Then I thought, “Well, I write for the theater. Maybe we could bring this character to life.”

It became a cabaret show in Greenwich Village in a place called The Duplex—the original one. We were supposed to be there four weekends, and we ended up being there 38 weeks.

When I wanted to turn it into a full show, I fleshed it out, and it reopened in 1985 off Broadway. We won the Outer Critics Best Off Broadway Musical Award, and it just

started to snowball. Soon it was all over the country. Then we had a production in Holland and another one in London. People just started licensing it everywhere. The original show Nunsense ran for 10 years in New York.Q: I believe it is the second-longest running off-Broadway show. DG: It was. I think that I Love You, You’re Perfect has since beat us. Joe DiPietro, who wrote that, is a good friend of mine, so we rib each other about that.

When I first came to New York, I came as an actor. Back then, a hit Broadway show ran two or three years. Now the hits run 10.

In fact, we were in New York for 10 years, in Boston for nine and in Philadelphia for nine. We were in Rochester, New York, for five years. It’s so crazy! We ran in San Francisco. We were the longest running show in the history of the Marines Memorial Theatre there. Q: In the first Nunsense, you created the Little Sisters of Hoboken. I love how they got started and ultimately had to solve a little bit of a burial problem. And in what I envision as a Judy Garland/Mickey Rooney moment, somebody went, “Let’s put on a show!” DG: That’s exactly right. But we discovered that the mother superior

had been in the circus, so she had some idea about shows. We’ve actually had nuns who can juggle. It’s been amazing. Q: And so there were Nunsense, Nunsense 2: The Second Coming, and even Sister Amnesia’s Country Western Nunsense Jamboree. We’re now in the seventh installment: Nunset Boulevard. So tell me a little bit about the story. First of all, how did you even get the idea? DG: We were doing Nunsensations: The Nunsense Vegas Revue, and the nuns have gone to Las Vegas. They were in their sleazy room called the Pump Room Lounge putting on a show.

In Nunset Boulevard, the Little Sisters of Hoboken find that they are performing at a Hollywood bowling ally instead of the Hollywood Bowl.

Every show has one of those Andrews Sisters three-part tight harmony numbers. “California Dreaming” was a song about the sisters in Las Vegas thinking about going to Hollywood. At some point, one of the actors said, “Oh, wow, that’s Nunsense VII. We’re going to Hollywood!”

And I thought, “Oh, God. I’ve got to write another one.” But I thought going to Hollywood was a cool idea because when Lucy and Ricky went to California, it opened up that whole new area of comedy and stuff they could do.

I kept trying to figure out how to do it and Jeanne Tinker, our prize Sister Amnesia, the sister who had a crucifix fall on her head, said to me, “Why don’t we say that we got invited to the Hollywood Bowl, only when we get there, it’s a bowling alley?” I said, “Oh, my god, that’s great.”

I always have a secondary plot. And I thought if they were out there, they’d want to get in the movies. Q: Who wouldn’t? DG: So, I thought, “What could be more perfect than if they were making a movie of the life of Delores Hart?”

Now, Delores Hart starred in Where the Boys Are. She was the first person to kiss Elvis Presley on screen. She left it all, and is now a mother superior, who actually got nominated for an academy award this past season.

So the sisters are doing screen tests to be in the movie of Delores Hart. And of course, they all think they’re naturals to get in.

The script is dedicated to Delores

Hart. She’s a big fan. The abbey that she lives in needs renovation to come up to code – and we did a performance at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, Connecticut, for the abbey as a benefit.

Delores came. She was on stage with us and we raised $10,000 for

the abbey. She and I went out on the stage together, and she said, “You know, they told me when I entered the convent that I couldn’t have a man in my life…But it’s all changed,” and she gave me a kiss on stage.

And I said, “This is a $10,000 kiss.” Q: This answers a trivia question of

what you and Elvis have in common. You’ve both been kissed by Delores Hart! DG: Exactly! What’s really kind of Twilight Zone is that Delores is writing a book about her life. She’s funny as hell and just really a riot. And she has an iPad in the cloister. She writes me on the iPad.

And then, of course, in this show we have Cindy Williams playing mother superior, who is fabulous. Q: How’s it been to work with Cindy? DG: Cindy’s a dream. She’s hilariously funny in the show. And it’s her kind of humor. In one interview, she said, “This is Laverne and Shirley, only with nuns.”

Over the years we’ve had 36 name stars doing this. We were working somewhere, and they needed a star. We called Cindy. Her

kids were still in school, and she said, “You know what? I can’t leave while the kids are in school. Once they graduate, anywhere you want me, I’ll go.” So after they had graduated two or three years ago, she did the first show.

When they were looking for a star for this tour, they said, “Well, why don’t you call Cindy Williams?” So I called her. She answered the phone and said, “Are we doing Nunsense in Mexico City?” We weren’t, but I said, “We’ve got a tour coming up.” I told her what it was.

She says, “I’m your girl.” And that was it.

She’s great fun to work with, one of the most down-to-earth people. You’ll be together, and somebody’ll say, “Oh, we need coffee.” And she’ll say, “Oh, I’ll go get coffee for everybody.” She’s just one of the

gang.She’s really funny, and she sings

beautifully. In this one, the mother superior has a real pretty ballad at the end. Cindy has kind of a low voice, like Anne Murray. It sounds like a cello. It’s so pretty when she sings this real touching little ballad that I wrote for her. Q: There is a wicked sense of humor behind all of this. Let me see – was it Sister Julia, Child of God? Who accidentally poisons and kills 52 people in the original Nunsense? DG: Yes, right. Sounds a little twisted, doesn’t it? They put them in the freezer.

One of the original cast was good friends with John Kander of Kander and Ebb. He came and watched the entire thing and said, “I have to tell you, this is the most absurd thing I have ever seen in my life. And five

Nunset Boulevard features singing, dancing, and a wicked sense of fun.

shows running all over the world. Where is my yacht? Where are my servants?” And he said, “Well, we both can’t have these things.”

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minutes into it, I believed every word of it.”

That’s one of our goals: You have to believe they’re nuns, we have to make you believe the story. I tell new people, “If you’re nuns trying to act like showgirls, they’re going to love it. If you’re showgirls dressed as nuns, it ain’t going to be funny.” Q: Usually, a director will get the show up on its feet and turn it over to the stage manager. You’re still actively involved, you’re coming to Folsom. This is a level of involvement that goes way beyond what a typical director, writer, or book writer, lyricist would do. DG: The writing, to me, has always been a chore. I’m always thrilled when the last note is written and the book is done. To me, what’s really fun is playing theatre. And I love that. And so the show is going all over the country.

In the last six months, there were 160 different Nunsense shows going.

Some of our original people have been with us for almost the entire time. We’re like this little gypsy group that just goes around and puts on shows.

Last year, we did a show up at the Westchester Broadway Theatre, about 30 minutes north of the city. Most of the actors live here in New York. I have a Four Runner, and I said, “Well, I’ll just drive them up.” Then I said, “Well, if I’m coming up, I might as well do the wardrobe because there’s no sense for you to hire a wardrobe person because I know how these habits go if I’m there.”

So every day, I would pick up everybody and we’d drive up there.

I would be washing all the

doubles that they have of their habits and everything during the show. I would wash and iron, and the show would finish, and we’d all get back in my car and drive back to New York.

Once I said to my business manager, “David,” I said, “I have

You can see Nunset Boulevard starring Cindy Williams performing at Three Stages January

14 – 16. For tickets and show times, go to www.threestages.net

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Cindy Williams Starring in Nunset Boulevard

You may know Cindy Williams for her role in the hit television series Laverne & Shirley or for her role in the classic film American Graffiti. But, her career has included television, movies, and broadway productions.

She was honored with a star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame (2004). In April she won Best Actress at the L.A. Comedy Film Festival for the Indy film Stealing Roses.

Born in Van Nuys, California, Cindy first became interested in acting during high school. After graduation, she attended L.A. City College where she majored in Theater Arts. After college she began her professional career by landing national commercials. Her first rolls in television, among others, were on Room 222, Nanny and the Professor, and Love American Style.

She has performed onstage in the national tours of Grease, Deathtrap and Moon Over Buffalo.

Most recently, she is starring in the National Tour of Nunset Boulevard, where she is reprising her role as Reverend Mother Mary Regina.

If you are unfamiliar with the Nunsense series of comedies, Mother Superior Mary Regina, is a former circus performer who can not resist the spotlight.

“There is a lot of pizazz to Mother Superior’s order,” said Williams. “They are not without great humor but they suffer also with many trials and tribulations along the way. But they are all show business oriented and they all love anything to do with performing.”

“Mother Superior tries to keep everything going, tries to be a good Catholic and a good businesswoman at the same time.”

“There is a great wit about women who become nuns. Every one I’ve ever met has great self humor and great love. There’s just nothing better in a person.

When asked what she would tell people about Nunset Boulevard, she said, “The show is whole lot of fun. It’s very audience- friendly with a lot of audience participation. It’s just a fun night in the theater.”

Cindy Williams smiles as she receives her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

Cindy Williams

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California’s sChool Jazz hotspot?Each year in late January, Folsom be-comes the center of the school jazz universe. That’s when 2,500 perform-ers from 65 schools all come to partici-pate in the Folsom Jazz Festival. Over the past 24 years this event has grown to become the largest jazz festival in California.

This is an extraordinary gathering of High School and Middle School talent coming together for a high-intensity Jazz Band, Jazz Choir and Jazz Combo competition. For people who follow music, this is a “must attend” event.

The Folsom Jazz Festival happens on Saturday, January 26.

The festival began in 1989 when

Folsom High School was located on Riley Street (currently Sutter Middle School). The event expanded in the early 2000s after the high school moved into its current location. In 2009 it grew again by hosting four venues at Folsom High School and two venues at Rolling Hills Church (in El Dorado Hills).

Last year, the event expanded into Three Stages at Folsom Lake College with 4 venues as well as keeping the two venues at Rolling Hills Church.

With 6 venues in two locations, jazz fans can split their time between seeing large bands, small bands, jazz choirs, jazz combos, and even hear up-and-coming musicians by listen-ing to Middle School bands.

But many of these groups are not your everyday school band or choir. Each year, audiences leave in awe of many of these performances.

A number of the participating groups have won awards at the Mon-terey Next Generation Jazz Festival and are then invited to perform at the professional Monterey Jazz Festival. Many are award-winners rated by DownBeat Magazine, the leading jazz publication in America.

One of the reasons that the Folsom Jazz Festival is able to attract such a high level of performers is the national reputation that Folsom’s bands and choirs have earned over the years.

DownBeat Magazine has ranked Folsom High School’s Jazz Band as the

The Folsom High School Jazz Band 1 is one of the top-rated jazz bands in the country.

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The Folsom High School Jazz Choir has been top-rated by DownBeat Magazine for the past 16 years straight.

Saturday January 26, 2013

number one High School Big Band in the nation, an honor Folsom High has earned eight times since 1993. Down-Beat has also top-ranked the Folsom High Jazz Choir nationally for the past 16 consecutive years.

Along with the wide array of student performances, there are three professional concerts that festival goers can attend.

At noon, on Stage 1 at Three Stages, is The Collective, one of the most creative and distinctive jazz ensembles in the northwestern United States. It features trumpeter Larry Engstrom, pianist David Ake, bassist Hans Halt, drummer Andrew Heglund, and saxophonist Peter Epstein.

At 3:00 p.m., at the Choir venue at

Rolling Hills Church, is the Sacramento State Jazz Singers under the direction of Kerry Marsh.

Finally, at 6:00 p.m., in the auditorium at Rolling Hills Church, saxophonist Dann Zinn will perform with Folsom High School Jazz Band I.

These professional concerts typical-ly go standing room only, so fans are advised to get into those venues early.

The festival runs throughout the day on Saturday, January 26. Three Stages at Folsom Lake College hosts four venues (AA & A bands on Stage 1, B & C bands in the Community Room, Middle School bands on Stage 2, and Jazz Combos on Stage 3). Three Stages is located at 10 College Parkway in Folsom.

Rolling Hills Christian Church hosts two venues (AAAA and AAA bands in the Auditorium and Jazz Choirs in the Multipurpose Room) and is located at 800 White Rock Road in El Dorado Hills.

Most stages have performances beginning at 7:10 am, with the final performances starting at 5:00 p.m. Tickets are only available at the door. The box offices will be open by 6:45 am.

In what might be the best enter-tainment value of the season, general admission tickets are $12 for all venues, all day and $9 for seniors and students.

Get more information at www.FolsomMusic.org.

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Great entertainment coming to Three Stages

Mark Hummel’s Blues Harmonica Blowout

A TRIBUTE TO JIMMY REEDFRI, JAN 11, 2013; 8 PM

$19-$29, PREMIUM $39, STUDENTS WITH ID $12

Mark Hummel and his band are joined by an all-star harmonica lineup: Lazy Lester (worked with Slim Harpo and Lightnin’ Slim), Rick Estrin (Little Charlie & The Nightcats), Grammy nominee Kenny Neal, Kim Wilson (The Fabulous Thunderbirds), and guitarists Charlie Baty (in a rare reunion with his Little Charlie colleague Estrin) and Joe Louis Walker (worked with John Lee Hooker, Muddy Water, Jimi Hendrix, and more), all paying tribute to Jimmy Reed. Last year’s Blues Blowout was a sold-out affair, and with good reason.

All shows perform at one of three stages at Folsom Lake College Three Stages Performing Arts Center unless indicated otherwise. Shows at Thunder Valley Casino Resort will have the Thun-der Valley symbol to indicate the different venue.

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 Young Dempsey Productions presents

THE WALKING PHOENIXES

SAT, JAN 12, 2013; 7 PM

$30-$35, PREMIUM $50

In celebration of the 45th anniver-sary of Johnny Cash’s performance at Folsom State Prison, The Walking Phoenixes—a Johnny Cash Tribute band—will perform favorite songs from the Johnny Cash songbook (“Walk the Line” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Big River” and more) with “strong conviction and stunning accuracy.”

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SCHUBERT IN THE AGEOF THE SOUND BYTE

SUN, JAN 13, 2013; 1 PM

$19-$29; PREMIUM $39, STUDENTS WITH ID $7

In this computerized age, the glorious melodies and incandescent harmonies of this beloved composer affect us more deeply than ever.

LOS LOBOSACOUSTIC EN VIVO

SUN, JAN 13, 2013; 7 PM

$29-$39; PREMIUM $49

For over three decades, “with the exception of U2, no other band has stayed on top of its game as long as Los Lobos” (Rolling Stone). The three-time Grammy-winning band sets down their electric instruments and picks up their guitarones, jaranas, and bajo sextos for a lively acoustic performance of their Latin catalogue, in both traditional and contempo-rary styles. Come for an evening with “a good-natured jam band with roots in the blues, early rock ’n’ roll, Mexican norteño music, and California folk-rock” (New York Times).

DAILEY AND VINCENT

THURS, JAN 17, 2013; 7:30 PM

$19-$29; PREMIUM $39, STUDENTS WITH ID $12

“The most celebrated new bluegrass act of the last few years” (New York Times). They have won the Inter-national Bluegrass Music Associa-tion’s Entertainer of the Year award three times, and won both Vocal Group and Album of the Year awards in 2010. Grammy-nominated and chart-topping (on both the Billboard Bluegrass and Country charts), the six-piece band suggests “a new dynasty may be taking shape in bluegrass music” (Wall Street Journal).

NUNSET BOULEVARD

Starring Cindy WilliamsMON & TUE, JAN 14-15, 2013; 7 PM

WED, JAN 16, 2013; 2 PM & 7 PM

$29-$49; PREMIUM $59, 10% DISCOUNT

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“The ‘nuns’ have done it again…sinfully funny” (NBC News). This latest installment in the well-loved series of Nunsense musicals features the popular star of Laverne & Shirley, Cindy Williams. The Sisters are on their way to perform at the Hollywood Bowl, or so they believe. Alas, it’s actually the Hollywood Bowl-A-Rama. But wait! They learn of auditions for a new musical about Dolores Hart, the famous movie star who kissed Elvis and then became a nun! Will this be their big break? “Hilarious, wacky, and unpredictable!” (ABC News).

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PSYCHIC SYLVIA BROWNE

THURS, JAN 17, 2013, 8:00 PM

FRI, JAN 18, 2013, 8:00 PM • $39.50 AND $49.50

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Sylvia Browne is a world-renowned spiritual teacher, psychic, author, lecturer and researcher in the field of parapsychology. Enjoy an inti-mate evening of insights and live readings in Thunder Valley Casino Resort’s Pano Hall.

RAIN:A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLESFRI, JAN 18, 2013; 7:30 PM • SAT, JAN 19, 2013; 2 PM & 7:30 PM • SUN, JAN 20, 2013; 2 PM & 7 PM

$39-$59; PREMIUM $69, 10% DISCOUNT ON SUNDAY EVENING SINGLE TICKETS

“An adoring valentine to The Beatles … an impressive feat for some of the later songs, which The Beatles themselves performed only in the studio” (Washington Post). You know all the songs, you know all the words—but odds are you never saw The Beatles on stage. And RAIN—performed 300 times on Broadway by four musicians who mastered the legendary foursome in song and nuance—captures The Beatles in a “pitch perfect” performance (Associated Press) beneath fantastic lighting and vintage video. “A spectacular extravaganza…did the audience love it? Yeah, yeah, yeah!” (Philadelphia Inquirer).

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AN EVENING WITHCARY FARLEY3rd Annual Mustard Seed Benefit Concert

SAT, JAN 19, 2013; 7 PM • $10-$15

Local musician and schoolteacher Cary Farley performs a melodic mixture of alternative and con-temporary rock with a five-piece band—piano, guitar, cello, mandolin, bass, and drums, in a benefit for the Mustard Seed School. “He even makes our piano sound good!” (Mark S. Allen, Good Day Sacramento).

LEGENDS OF

MOTOWNSAT, JAN 20, 2013, 7:00 PM • $24.50 AND $32.50

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Enjoy at night of Soul and R&B from the Legends of Motown at Thunder Valley Casino Resort.

Rasta Thomas’ BAD BOYS OF DANCE

THURS, JAN 24, 2013; 7:30 PM

$25-$45, PREMIUM $55, STUDENTS WITH ID $12

Sexy, athletic, entertaining, fun—and “absolutely dazzling dancing!” (Boston Globe). Meet the Bad Boys of Dance, founded by dance superstar Rasta Thomas (Dance Theater of Harlem, Kirov Ballet). They are a fresh, new dance company that has performed in Carnegie Hall with Sir Elton John and have toured 150 cities performing for 500,000 fans. Talented, young, versatile, and male—mostly—the Bad Boys will bring to Three Stages a night of extraordinary athleticism and endearing individuality.

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT

FRI, JAN 25, 2013; 8 PM

$19-$29, PREMIUM $39,

STUDENTS WITH ID $12

Returning on the heels of last year’s sold-out performance, International Guitar Night gathers the world’s finest guitarists/composers on one stage. The world’s foremost exponent of

solo jazz guitar, Martin Taylor is de-scribed as “The acoustic guitarist of his generation” (Acoustic Guitar Maga-zine) and “something to behold” (Washington Post). “Martin Taylor is one of the most awesome solo guitar players in the history of the instru-ment. He’s unbelievable” (Pat Metheny). Joining him are Solorazaf from Mada-gascar, who mixes voice with foot per-cussion to form a one-man band—“simply superb & magnificent” (Afropop Worldwide), Guinga, one of Brazil’s foremost guitarists, and IGN founder Brian Gore.

AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITH

CLINT BLACKSAT, JAN 26, 2013; 8 PM

WED, JAN 30, 2013; 7:30 PM

$39-$55, PREMIUM $65

“A future Country Music Hall of Famer” (Los Angeles Times). His auspicious country music career started with a bang, really unlike any other. The debut recording, “Killin’ Time,” boasted five Number One hits—unprecedented from a debut in any genre—and he has since gone on to sell over 20 million albums worldwide. Performing here

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in an intimate trio setting, the prolific singer-songwriter is known not only for his vocal prowess, but also for his roles in films like Maverick; he is a devout father, husband, philanthropist, and multi-award winning artist.

FLCCA presents MASTERS OF MOTOWN

SUN, JAN 27, 2013; 2 PM • $29

An ensemble of six singers, accompanied by drums, keys, and bass musicians, cater to every whim of an oldies lover. During the ultimate stroll down memory lane, Masters of Motown perform hits like: “Get Ready” by The Temptations, “Dancing in the Street” by Martha and the Vandellas and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. They’re sure to have you clapping your hands and snapping your fingers.

THE ACTORS’ GANG

MOLIÈRE’S TARTUFFE

TUE, JAN 29, 2013; 7:30 PM

$25-$39, PREMIUM $45, STUDENTS WITH ID $12

Under the artistic direction of Tim Robbins (Bull Durham, The Shaw-shank Redemption), The Actors’ Gang enters its fourth decade as one of Los Angeles’ most enduring theatre ensembles. With dozens of plays and hundreds of awards un-der their belt, “The Gang is an enormously talented and versatile ensemble with a genius for re-freshingly engaged political hu-mor” (San Francisco Examiner). In their Three Stages debut, they turn their attention to Molière’s ageless tale of envy and deception. “The traditional Comédie-Francaise raps hit the floor, and Molière’s timeless assault on hypocrisy sears anew” (Los Angeles Times).

AN EVENING WITH BRANFORD MARSALIS

THURS, JAN 31, 2013; 7:30 PM

$29-$39, PREMIUM $49

A three-time Grammy winner from one of the world’s most distinguished musical families, Branford Marsalis is known for his innovative spirit and broad musical scope. Equally at home on the stages of the world’s greatest clubs and concert halls, Mr. Marsalis brings the Branford Marsalis Quartet to Three Stages. His August 2012 release, reviewed in the April

Saturday, March 9, 2013Doors 7 p • Show 8 p • Tickets $30, $39, $49 at www.threestages.netEvent @ Three Stages at Folsom Lake College, 10 College Parkway, Folsom, CA www.carrera-productions.com

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AN EVENING OF COMEDY BY

VIJAI NATHANSAT, FEB 2, 2013; 7:30 PM

$35, SENIORS/STUDENTS/CHILDREN $30

Vijai Nathan, one of the leading Indian American woman comedians, appears for an evening of stand-up comedy. Named one of the “Top Ten” standup comics (Back Stage Magazine), her TV appearances include: ABC News’ 20/20, PBS, The Oxygen Network, and the BBC.

RUSSIAN NATIONALBALLET THEATRE

SLEEPING BEAUTY

TUES, FEB 5, 2013; 7:30 PM

WEB, FEB 6, 2013; 7:30 PM

THU, FEB 7, 2013; 7:30 PM

$29-$49; PREMIUM $59

Sponsored by Capital Public RadioUnder the artistic direction of the legendary Elena Radchenko, a principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet, the Russian National Ballet Theatre was founded during Perestroika, when many principal dancers from the great ballet companies migrated to RNBT. Today, it is its own institution comprised of exquisite dancers of singular instruction and vast experience. Ms. Radchenko notes “what makes the Russian ballet tradition so great is that we preserve the original intent of the work, which is eternally new and fresh.” Music by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikowski.

The Folsom Symphony presents

LOVE IS ALL YOU NEED

SAT, FEB 9, 2013; 7:30 PM

$25-$42, PREMIUM $55

STUDENTS WITH ID AND SENIORS

(65+) $20-$37 For this holiday of the heart, enjoy passionate classical music from some of the greatest composers of Europe’s romantic age. The repertoire includes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, Richard Strauss’ “Vienna Philharmonic Fanfare,” music for brass ensemble by Gabrieli, and Ravel’s “Bolero,” familiar as the score for the 1980 film 10. Tenor Jaeho Lee will join the symphony for Puccini’s “E Lucevan le Stelle” from “Tosca” and “Nessun Dorma” from “Turandot,” singing two of the most beautiful arias ever written.

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TOO MARVELOUS FOR WORDSThe Songs of Johnny Mercer

THU, FEB 14, 2013; 7:30 PM

FRI, FEB 15, 2013; 8:00 PM

SAT, FEB 16, 2013; 2:00 PM & 8:00 PM

SUN, FEB 17, 2013; 2:00 PM $39-$45

Broadway/TV star Linda Purl (Happy Days, Matlock, The Office) and the award-winning Lee Lessack return to Three Stages in a powerhouse show dedicated to the beloved music of Georgia’s favorite son. Four-time Academy Award-winning songwriter Johnny Mercer comes to life as the two artists weave little known stories with his timeless tunes, including “Moon River,” “Autumn Leaves,” “Black Magic,” “My Shining Hour,” “Come Rain or Come Shine” and more.

El Dorado Musical Theatre presents

LEGALLYBLONDETHE MUSICAL

FRI, FEB 15, 2013–SUN MAR 3

ALL SHOWS 7:00 PM

WEEKEND MATINEES AT 2:00

$18-$28; PREMIUM $36

THURS, FEB 21 BARGAIN NIGHT $14.75

Pampered and perky, sorority star Elle Woods doesn’t take “no” for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone “serious,” Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law School! Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. Based on the movie by the same name.

CRYSTALGAYLE

FRI, FEB 22, 2013, 8:30 PM • $39 AND $49

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Enjoy a night with American country music singer Crystal Gayle at Thunder Valley Casino Resort.

TIA CARRERE AND DANIEL HOSAT, FEB 23, 2013, 8:30 PM • $22.50 AND $32.50

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Grammy Award Winner Tia Carrere and five-time Grammy Award winner Daniel Ho have reunited to present a night of unsurpassed vocals on Saturday, February 23 at Thunder Valley Casino Resort. Featuring Kapala and Mr. Sun Cho Lee.

PACO PEÑAFLAMENCO VIVO

MON, FEB 25, 2013; 7:00 PM

$25-$39; PREMIUM $49

STUDENTS WITH ID $12

“If you only ever see flamenco once in your life, make it this!” (The

Independent, London). Paco Peña embodies both authenticity and innovation in flamenco; he is one of the few practitioners who has transformed how this archetypal Spanish art form is perceived. Named “Best Flamenco Guitarist of the Year” five years in a row by Guitar magazine, “Mr. Peña is a virtuoso, capable of dazzling an audience beyond the frets of mortal man. He combines rapid-fire flourishes with a colourist’s sense of shading; this listener cannot recall hearing any guitarist with a more assured mastery of his instrument” (New York Times). He will perform with his sextet and three dancers.SAHANA presents

KRISHNAA colorful portrayal of Krishna’s life and his pranks. Produced by South Asian Heritage Arts in North America.

FRI, MAR 1, 2013; 7:30 PM

SAT, MAR 2, 2013; 7:30 PM

$15 STUDENTS/CHILDREN $10

Sacramento Guitar Society presents

PAUL GALBRAITHSWITZERLAND

SAT, MAR 2, 2013; 8:00 PM

SUN, MAR 3, 2013; 2:00 PM

$23-$40; PREMIUM $49

STUDENTS WITH ID $15

Sacramento Guitar Society presents internationally renowned innovator of the classical guitar Paul Galbraith. He has produced a series of critically acclaimed recordings of works by Bach, Haydn and Brahms, along with his own arrangements of folk tunes from various countries.

BILL MEDLEY SAT, MAR 4, 2013, 8:30PM• $44.50 AND $54.50

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Spend an evening with the righteous singer of rhythm and blues as Bill Medley takes center stage at Thunder Valley Casino Resort.

THE PIPES AND DRUMSOF THE BLACKWATCH

3rd Battalion, the Royal Regiments of Scotland

and the Band of the Scots GuardsMON, MAR 4, 2013; 7:00 PM

$29-$45; PREMIUM $55

STUDENTS WITH ID $12

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They are a legendary battalion in the British Army. Performing at Three Stages for just one show, the bagpipes and drums of The Black Watch present a brilliant blend of stirring music and colorful ceremony, born from nearly three centuries of military service. Joined by The Band of the Scots Guards who perform at ceremonial events of state at Buckingham Palace, the uniforms amaze, the music culled from fanfares, marches, and traditional songs, and the experience will be one of pomp and grandeur.

ANA MOURAThis concert was originally scheduled for Tuesday, March 5th at 7:00 pm, but has been moved to THURSDAY, MARCH 7th at 7:30 pm to accommodate revised tour routing. Three Stages apologizes for any confusion or inconvenience this change may have caused.

THU, MAR 7, 2013; 7:30 PM

$19-$29; PREMIUM $39

STUDENTS WITH ID $12

The 32-year-old singer has become a leading exponent of fado—the poetic, deeply expressive idiom which personifies the Portuguese psyche. As with blues and country music in the US, tango in Argentina, or samba in Brazil, fado has evolved from humble origins to win broad appeal. “It needs no translation,” Ms. Moura says simply. “It is music that exposes every vocal nuance, and Ms. Moura had nothing to hide. Her lush alto voice can be smoky and hesitant or clear and pointed.” (New York Times).

AN IRISH HOOLEY!It was a raucous good time when Irish Hooley came to Folsom last season; this year, it’s the perfect lead up to St. Patrick’s Day. From the producer of An Irish Christmas comes this Irish Hooley (“boisterous party”)—pipes, flutes, harp, fiddle, bodhrans, dancing, singing, and storytelling—featuring the eight-piece band Slugger O’Toole and the Kerry Dancers.

FRI, MAR 8, 2013; 7:30 PM

$19-$29; PREMIUM $39

STUDENTS WITH ID $12

EL DORADO MUSICAL THEATRE WELCOMES

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Carrera Productions presents

AN ACOUSTIC EVENING WITHLOS LONELY BOYSwith Special GuestsSAT, MAR 9, 2013, 8:00PM • $30-$39; PREMIUM $49

A PORTION OF PROCEEDS BENEFITS THE

SACRAMENTO BLUES SOCIETY’S

BLUES IN THE SCHOOLS PROGRAM‚

Los Lonely Boys tale to date is already stuff legends are made of: Playing behind their father as kids in cantinas and honky-tonks, then moving to Nashville as teens to try to win a record deal.

Their self-titled debut album went double platinum and from that a #1 radio hit “Heaven”, which won a Grammy.

Their new album, Rockpango, is the band’s fourth and finest studio

album yet. Continuing to creatively draw from and meld blues, rock from classic to modern, soul, their Latino heritage and even snippets of hip-hop, jazz and more.

The acoustic show will pull from all their finest work and will make this Carrera Production event at Three Stages a night to remember!

SHREK THE MUSICALSponsored by Wells Fargo

THU—SUN EVENINGS, MAR 14–17,2013;

SAT & SUN MATINEE

$45-$65; PREMIUM $79 • DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

Based on the Academy Award-winning film that started it all, Shrek The Musical brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage at Three Stages. During its Broadway run, it played over 500 performances and garnered eight 2009 Tony Award nominations. Part romance, part twisted fairy tale, and entirely irreverent fun for the whole family, the musical boasts a terrific score, big laughs, great dancing, and breathtaking scenery. “It is difficult to know where to begin praising this sparkling production. Every element of an outstanding musical is found in abundance here” (Fort Worth Star-Telegram).

BEN E. KINGFRI, MAR 15, 2013, 8:30 PM

$42.50 AND $49.50

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Come see a man who has been called, “ . . . one of the greatest singers in the history of rock and roll and rhythm and blues.” Ben E. King, is perhaps best known as the singer and co-composer of “Stand by Me,” a U.S. Top 10 hit in both 1961 and 1986. He was one of the principal lead singers of the R&B vocal group The Drifters. As a Drifter and a solo artist, King had achieved five No. 1 hits. Don’t miss this amazing evening of music. King’s latest release is called Heart & Soul and takes a page from the Great American Songbook.

Aquila Theatre Company

CYRANO DE BERGERAC, TAMING OF THE SHREW

THU, MAR 21, 2013; 7:30 PM

FRI, MAR 22, 2013; 8:00 PM

$25-$39; PREMIUM $45 • STUDENTS WITH ID $12

Returning to Three Stages by popular demand, the renowned Aquila The-ater—“a classically trained, modernly hip troupe” (New York Times)—offers two plays: Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew and Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac. Founded in 1991, the com-pany’s mission is to bring the greatest theatrical works to the greatest num-ber, touring internationally to broad acclaim. “Aquila’s productions are beautifully spoken, dramatically re-vealing, and crystalline in effect” (The New Yorker).

California Theatre Center presents

CHARLOTTE’S WEB

SUN, MAR 17, 2013; 1:00 PM,

2:30 PM & 4:00 PM • $8-$15

Explore a magical barnyard world where animals talk and miracles happen. This story of courage and friendship, based on E.B. White’s touching novel of a lovable pig named Wilbur and a kind spider named Charlotte, has inspired readers for decades. Recommended for grades K-5.

ROOTS &BOOTSFeaturing Aaron Tippin, Joe Diffie, and Sammy Kershaw

MON, MAR 18, 2013; 7:30 PM • TUE, MAR 19, 2013; 7:30 PM • $39-$55; PREMIUM $65

Together, the three stars draw on a repertoire of over 40 Top Ten country hit songs; as good buddies on stage, they have tales to tell and the camaraderie is obvious. An acoustic evening filled with “You’ve Got To Stand For Something,” “John Deere Green,” “She Don’t Know She’s Beautiful,” and so many more.

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The Folsom Symphony presents

OUR MAGNIFICENT HORNS

SAT, MAR 23, 2013; 7:30 PM

$25-$42, PREMIUM $55

STUDENTS (ID )/ SENIORS (65+) $20-$37

The Folsom Symphony’s outstanding horn section will perform some of the most magnificent pieces ever written for these instruments. Schumann’s energetic Konzertstuck is a musical tour de force; Brahms’ Symphony No. 3 is poignant and emotional; Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis is a lush exultation of a rich string serenade.Folsom Lake Community Concert Association presents The Songs of

ANDREWLLOYDWEBBER

Bringing Broadway to YouSUN, MAR 24, 2013; 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

$24-39

Revisit the powerful rock musical, Jesus Christ Superstar, the thrilling strains of Evita, the playfulness of Cats, the heart-pounding rhythms of Starlight Express, and Broadway’s longest running musical Phantom of the Opera. All performers in the show are Broadway Stars! This show will leave you wanting more!

TRACESMON, MAR 25, 2013; 7:30 PM

TUE, MAR 26, 2013; 3:00 PM & 7:30 PM

$29-$49; PREMIUM $59

10% DISCOUNT FOR TUESDAY AFTERNOON

SINGLE TICKETS

“Puts a fresh coat of thrilling on the notion of circus” (New York Daily News). Think Cirque du Soleil, then put them on skateboards, surround them with urban grit and a soundtrack to match, and add enough stage time for you to get to know the seven performers personally—that is, when they aren’t diving through hoops and defying gravity. “These people have more natural spring than a taut trampoline” (New York Times). One of Time Magazine’s “Top Ten of the Year” (Plays and Musicals) in 2011, Traces is high energy urban acrobatics—fun for the whole family.

JOHNNY CASH& PATSY CLINETRIBUTE SHOW

SAT, MAR 30, 2012, 8:30 PM

$40 AND $50

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February 9, 2013 7:30 PMwith special guest artist Jaeho Lee, tenor

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Enjoy passionate classical music by the great romantics of Europe, including Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, Richard Strauss’ “Vienna Philharmonic Fanfare” and Ravel’s “Bolero.” Works by Gabrieli will also be performed.Tenor Jaeho Lee will sing two of the most beautiful arias ever written for the male voice: “Nessun Dorma” and “E Lucevan le Stelle” from Puccini’s operas “Turandot” and “Tosca.”

Three Stages at Folsom Lake College, 10 College Parkway, Folsom, CA 95630

Visit www.folsomsymphony.com or call 916-608-6888 for ticket information