And that's just the beginning - there's something for everyone in the upcoming season. Here's the press release:
71st Season of the Marshall Artists Series
HUNTINGTON-The Marshall Artists Series proudly announces its 2007-2008 season of events. For 71 years the Marshall Artists Series has been a gateway to the world of cultural entertainment in the Tri-State and at Marshall University. “We are thrilled to announce such an exciting lineup of events for our 71st season,” says Penny Watkins, Executive Director for the Marshall Artists Series. “From our Broadway events to our family fare, this season we have something for everyone and events the whole family will enjoy.”
The following events will be featured on this season’s Baxter Series:
Direct from Broadway, Chase Bank and Cabell Huntington Hospital present Peter Pan as it flies into the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center with Tinkerbell and Captain Hook in tow November 6 and 7, 2007, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Take your family on a fantastical journey to Neverland for an event sure to please one and all!
The biggest Tony Award winner in Broadway history, The Producers, arrives February 2, 2008, at 8 p.m. at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center. Everything you’ve heard is true! “Mel Brooks has put the comedy back into musical comedy. The Producers is the funniest, most fearlessly irreverent thing ever seen on stage!”– USA Today.
Shakespeare’s forbidden love story, Romeo & Juliet presented by the Tchaikovsky Ballet & Orchestra March 11, 2008, leaps onto the stage of the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center beginning at 7:30 p.m. At 125 members strong, including a 60-piece live orchestra, this performance will fill the stage with traditional ballet, artistic sets, and hauntingly beautiful music.
Join the remarkable March sisters – Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy as St. Mary’s Medical Center presents Little Women – The Broadway Musical. Louisa May Alcott’s timeless tale about the power of family, friendship and romance, comes to life April 23, 2008, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. This new musical is capturing the hearts of a new generation and captivating audiences of all ages!
The following events will be featured on this season’s Mount Series:
The Law Office of Doug Reynolds presents seven-time Grammy Award winning vocalist, Al Jarreau, the only vocalist in history to win a Grammy in 3 separate categories, as he lights up the stage of the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center on October 6, 2007, at 8:00 p.m. Known for his many hits including “Touch Me Tonight,” the theme from “Moonlighting,” and We’re In This Love Together.” “All I Got,” Jarreau’s recent duet album with George Benson won this year’s Grammy for best jazz album.
Movin’ Out, the Broadway musical collaboration between five-time Grammy Award winner Billy Joel and legendary choreographer Twyla Tharp, hits the stage of the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center on January 18, 2008, at 8:00 p.m. Movin’ Out brings 24 Billy Joel classics to electrifying new life as it tells the story of five lifelong friends over two turbulent decades.
Spend a hilarious Evening with Martin Short, on February 15, 2008, at the Keith Albee Performing Arts Center at 8:00 p.m. Known for his films, Three Amigos and Father of the Bride, his recent Broadway success, Fame Becomes Me, and of course his stint on TV’s Saturday Night Live, Short will bring his humor, musical talent and special “guest” Jiminy Glick for an evening of fun entertainment, just in time for Valentine’s day.
Direct from Broadway, Hairspray takes you back to 1962 Baltimore as Tracy Turnblad sets out to dance her way onto TV’s most popular show on April 30, 2008, at 8:00 p.m. at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center. Winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this mega hit is piled bouffant-high with laughter and romance – and enough deliriously tuneful new songs to fill a non-stop platter-party.
The following events will be featured on this season’s Belanger Series:
Animal expert Jungle Jack Hanna will bring many of his favorite animal friends to the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center, as well as fascinating and humorous stories and footage from his adventures around the world during his live show on October 29, 2007, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Known for his television show Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures, as well as hundreds of television appearances, Hanna’s show is sure to please everyone from the youngest child to the oldest adult.
The Kennedy Center’s fifth visit to the Marshall Artists Series brings Teddy Roosevelt & The Treasure of Ursa Major, 7 p.m. March 4, 2008, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center. This fun story for the entire family was inspired by Teddy Roosevelt and his family during their time in the White House. In 1904 Roosevelt’s three young children stumble upon a real-life treasure map hidden in the White House library’s copy of Treasure Island. Together they untangle a decades-old mystery that leads them from the Red Room to the President’s Office to the Lincoln Bedroom. This clever and comical production features songs by Washington satirist Mark Russell.
The Fall International Film Festival will take place September 28 – October 4, 2007, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center. Featured films include: Lives of Others
(Germany), Family Law (Argentina), Days of Glory (France/Algeria/Morocco/Belgium), Maxed Out (USA), After the Wedding (Denmark), and Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles (Hong Kong/China/Japan).
The Spring International Film Festival will take place February 22 - 28, 2008, at the Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center. Featured films include: The Wind That Shakes the Barley (Ireland/UK), The Valet (France), Ghosts of Cite Soleil (Haiti), Away From Her (Canada), The Italian (Russia), and Ladron Que Roba a Ladron (Mexico)
Season Ticketing Information:
Superticket: Baxter, Mount, Belanger & Films - $495, $445, $406 & $370
Baxter Series: 4 Events - $245, $195, $175 & $157
Mount Series: 4 Events - $257, $207, $189 & $170
Belanger Series: 2 Events - $45 & $25
International Film Festival (12 Films) $70
Youth season tickets are available for children age 17 and under. Contact the Marshall Artists Series for more details.
Season ticketing begins Monday, August 6, 2007, at 9:00 a.m.
The deadline to purchase or renew season tickets is August 20.
New season subscription orders and season ticket renewal orders will be taken beginning Monday, August 6 at 9:00 a.m. Subscriptions may be ordered and current subscriptions may be renewed through the deadline date of August 20. After that day, all orders will be processed in order of date and time received.
The Marshall Artists Series accepts all major credit cards, checks and cash. Season tickets may be ordered via telephone by calling our administrative offices at (304) 696-3326. Orders may also be mailed in to Marshall Artists Series, One John Marshall Drive, Huntington, WV 25755-2210. Order may also be faxed to (304) 696-6658. Our offices are located in the Jomie Jazz Center on Fifth Avenue across from Marshall University’s Student Center. Our hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m..
Tickets to individual events will go on sale in early September. Details will be announced at a later date.
For additional information please call the Marshall Artists Series at (304) 696-3326 or send us an email at artistsseries@marshall.edu.
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