03-16-2010
Arts & Cultural Center
Advisory
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March 16, 2010
10:30 AM
19200 W. Country Club Drive
Fifth Floor
Executive Conference Room
Agenda
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
2. Approval of Minutes - February 16, 2010 Meeting
3. Staff Reports:
· Role of Board
· Economics of Programming
· Programming Update
· Curtain Up Event
· October 23, 2010 Opening Gala Update
· Sponsorships
4. Other Business
5. Adjournment
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hereby incorporated by reference.
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MINUTES
ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTER
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
February 16, 2010 -10:30 a.m.
Aventura Govemment Center
19200 W. Country Club Drive
Aventura, Florida 33180
I. Call to Order/Roll Call: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Gloria Muroff.
Members Dresent:
Daniel Andai
Amit Bloom
Barbara Brodsky
Nancy Gillen Doyle
Judy Scott Lotwin
Gloria Muroff
Dr. Jules Oaklander
Lenore Toby Simmons
Members absent:
Ibis Romero
As a quorum was determined to be present, the meeting commenced.
II. ADDroval of Minutes: A motion to approve the January 14, 2010 meeting minutes was
offered by Ms. Simmons, seconded by Ms. Bloom and unanimously passed.
III.PACA ReDOrts. Department Director Steve Clark and PACA representative Shelly
Bradshaw discussed the proposed programming, and provided an update on the October 23,
2010 opening gala. PACA representatives Nicole Robinson and Melania Mendez discussing
fundraising etiquette and sponsorship opportunities.
IV. City Manaaer ReDorts: City Manager Eric Soroka advised the Board that construction of
the facility is on schedule and to date $15,000 has been received for bricks/walls.
V. Other Business: Next Board meeting scheduled for March 16, 2010 at 10:30 a.m.
VI. Adiournment: There being no further business to come before the Board at this time, after
motion made, seconded and unanimously passed, the meeting adjourned at 11 :30 a.m.
Teresa M. Soroka, MMC, City Clerk
Approved by the Board February 16, 2010.
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Sun Flower
ABOUT 'SUN FLOWER'
SUN FLOWER deal.s with El.izAbeth Cady Stanton who was
born into an abol.i tionist fami..l.y in 1815. El.izabeth
wrote and del.ivered the 'Decl.aration of Sentiments' at
the first women's rights convention which took pl.ace in
Seneca Fal.l.s in 1848. Seventy years l.ater, eighteen
years after her death, the existing prejudices against
women woul.d at l.ast break down and an amendment which
woul.d give them the right to vote was passed.
El.izabeth and Susan B. Anthony formed the National.
Woman's Suffrage Association in 1869 which became the
National. American in 1890, the instrument of the
ul.t~te success of the suffrage movement.
This is not just the story of El.izabeth Cady Stanton's
remarkabl.e accompl.ishments, but the study of her
journey as a character. She was a passionate,
attractive, sexual., outspoken woman who possessed an
extraordinary intel.lect and an abandonment which was
shocking in her time. She was al.so a wife and the
mother of seven chil.dren.
Her bravery and wit, the inspira tional. force of her
daring as the first American pioneer in the crusade for
equal. rights, and her passionate l.ove affair with her
husband, Henry Stanton, are in themsel.ves rich dramatic
material..
SUN FLOWER is a two act pl.ay. El.izabeth Perry pl.ays
El.izabeth Cady Stanton, her father, Judge Cady, her
mother, Margarot, her sister, Tryphena, her
brother-in-l.aw, Edward, her husband, Henry, Lueretia
Mott, Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth, and al.l. other
characters.
( . Sun Fl.ower' was the pseudonym that El.izabeth Cady Stanton uaed in the earl.y days
of her journal.ist.ic car_r.)
'SUN FLOWER'
THE LIFE AND LOVES OF ELIZABETH CADY STANTON
written and performed by
Elizabeth Perry
a play in two acts with a ten minute intermission
Elizabeth Perrv (ActorlPlaywright) began her career with a Mary MacArthur
Award Scholarship to the American Theatre Wing presented by Fint Lady of the
American Stage, Helen Hayes, and her husband, playwright, Charles MacArthur.
At a young age she appeared on Broadway with Paul Muni and Ed Begley in Inherit
the Wind, Lawrence and Lee's famous drama based on the Scope's triaL Off
Broadway she was Polly Peachum in The Three Penny Opera, created the role of
Catherine Howard in Royal Gambit, and regionally played Allison in Look .Back in
Anger and Maggie in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof before going to Hollywood, where she
starred in numerous TV classics such as Gunsmoke, Bonanza, and Outer Limits, as
well as in the West Coast premieres of The Balcony, The Collection, and Touch of the
Poet On her return to New York, she was a leading lady with the APA- Phoenix
Repertory at New York's Lyceum Theatre. Under the artistic direction of Ellis
Rabb and Jack O'Brien, she played Lady Macbeth, The Player Queen in Hamlet,
Eliante in The Misanthrope, Verenanda in Chronicles of Hell, The Little Queen in
The King Dies, and Woman in Beckett's Play. On Broadway, Ms. Perry played
opposite George C. Scott in the hit revival of Present Laughter, in 84 Charing Cross
Road with EDen Buntyn, the all-star production of The Women, and was Elsa Von
Grossen-Kneuten in The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940. Off-Broadway she
played in Isn't it Romantic, A Perfect Ganesh, Coastal Disturbances, The Chairs, and
Fefu and Her Friends, among many other outstanding productions. Her regional
credits include Painting Churches, The Subject Was Roses, Midsummer Night's
Dream, The Farm, Peer Gynt, Glass Menagerie, Steel Magnolias, and On Golden
Pond. On television she has played major roles on Kate and Allie, Another World, As
the World Turns, and was Michael Learned's best friend on the series, Nurse. Ms.
Perry's films include Taps with George C. Scott and Tom Cruise, Seize the Day with
Robin Williams, and co-starred with Paul Guilfoyle in the PBS film, MacDowell's
Ride. Ms. Perry is a well-known theatrical coach and co-founder with the late
Robert Elston ofthe American Renaissance Theater Company. 'Sun Flower', which
grew out of its fertile soil, debuted in Johnstown, New York at the invitation of its
Historical S~iety. Since then it has played countless venues including the U.S.
Capitol Rotunda, the U.S. Senate Building, Governor Pataki's Economic Summit
for Young Women, and the Washington Arena's Old Vat Theatre. In New York
city it ran at the Houseman Studio Theatre. It was a feature presentation at the
150tll Anniversary of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls, and at the invitation of The
White House, for the Millenium Celebration in Washington, DC. Elizabeth Perry
has appeared as Mrs. Stanton on CNN, CNBC, NYl, CSPAN and Lianne Hansen's
WeekEnd Edition on NPR. She has played Elizabeth Cady Stanton from Palm
Springs to Alabama. She has even played Vegas (without spangles) and Carnegie
Hall (in West Virginia).
PHILIP ROSE (Ms. Perry's Executive ProducerlManager) made his Broadway
producing debut with Lorraine Hansberry's play, A Raisin in the Sun, starring
Sidney Poitier which won the Drama Critics Award. He also produced the film. He
has been involved as director, producer and/or author of many Broadway plays
including The Owl and the Pussycat, Purlie Victorious, and Does a Tiger Wear a
Necktie? Among his musical productions are Purlie for which he received three
Tony's (director, producer, and co-author) and Shenandoah which received six
Nominations and two Tony Awards. He directed the TV production of Purlie,
receiving the ACE and Silver Awards from the International Film and TV Festival
of New York.. Mr. Rose was the Executive Producer of the Disney film, The
Cemetery Club starring Ellen Buntyn and the independent film starring F. Murray
Abraham and Eric Roberts, By the Sword. An autobiography, "You Can't Do That
on Broadway" about his ground breaking production of "Raisin in the SUII and
Other Theatrical Improbabilities" has garnered excellent reviews and is being
added to the syllabus of Black and Theatre S~udies courses throughout the country.
For Information Re2ardin! Bookin!s
Philip Rose
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137 West 7SOI Street
New York, New York 10024
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Website: elizabethcadystantonshow.com
Anita Khanzadian (Director) In New York Anita Khanzadian was artistic director
for Theater at St. Clements as well as co-artistic director with Ms. Perry of the
American Renaissance Theater where she directed Ms. Perry's "Did You See the
Elephant?" and the coUaboration of Syvia Plath's "A Difficult Borning" which won
the Villager Award for "Best Ensemble". After directing in numerous NY and
Regional venues, Anita relocated with her husband, actor Eddie Jones, to LA. There
in her busy career she has reaped two Dramalogue and LA Critics Circle Awards
for her direction at the Interact Theater Company where she established a Play
Development Lab. Recently she directed "Death of a Salesman" in Los Angeles
starring Mr. Jones to wide critical acclaim. She has directed plays and conducted
workshops internatioRally, and has served on the performance faculty of California
Institute of the Arts.
The Costumes for 'Sun Flower' are by Barbara Forbe~ a regional, Off-Broadway
and Alvin Alley Dance Company designer, and the Sound by OfT-Broadway
designer, Paul Spencer.
Elizabeth Cady StaRton was born in 181S and married the famous abolitionist,
Henry Brewster Stanton in 1841. While raising seven children, she was a fledgling
journalist for Amelia Bloomer's 'The Lily' under the pseudonym "Sun Flower" and
a full-fledged journalist under her own name for Horace Greeley's 'New York
Tribune'. Mrs. Stanton delivered 'The Declaration of Sentiments', protesting the
abuse of women at the Seneca FaDs Convention in 1848. She was the mentor to
Susan B. Anthony, with whom she formed a lasting partnership for the recognition
of women's rights, the consequence of which resonates into the twentieth century.
She died in 1902 never having achieved her dream of suffrage for women. The
eighteenth amendment granting women their inalienable right to vote was finally
ratified in 1920 by one crucial vote. A young Senator from Tennessee who was
planning to vote otherwise received a note from his mother which said, "Do the
right thing."
Suffragare - Latin: to give one's approval, support, or vote.
Website: elizabethcadystantonshow.com
Emai/: e/izabethperrysj@aoLcom
Contact:
Philip Rose, Manager
137 West 7~ Street
New York~ N.Y.10024
(212) 877-5538
Mazel Musicals, Inc. and the Broward Center of the Performing Arts
present
THE MELODIES and MEMORIES SERIES
Gold Standards of the American Songbook
Conceived and Directed by
Barry Levitt
The Melodies and Memories Series will bring you four "enchanted evenings" of
glorious music. An elite group of talented musicians and singers will join Barry
Levitt, former Artistic Director of the 92nd Street Y's smash hit series, "Lyrics and
Lyricists," in four spirited productions celebrating America's great theater and
movie music. From Tin Pan Alley, Broadway and Hollywood, the popularity,
appeal and passion of this music has mirrored the essence and energy of the
times. Barry Levitt, along with illustrious casts drawn from theater, cabaret and
the pop worlds, promise to deliver performances that will be the most innovative
and exciting of their kind in the South Florida area.
Aventura Arts and Cultural Center
SAY IT WITH MUSIC:
The Songs of Irving Berlin
January 10th - 16th
SAY IT WITH MUSIC is new musical journey spanning seven decades of American
history as seen through the perceptive and hopeful eyes of Irving Berlin. Using 64 of
Berlin's enduring and popular favorites, this revue captures the spirit of America from
the Ragtime rhythms of the early 20th century through the swinging sophistication of the
1920s and 30s.From the sentimental songs that inspired a nation during two World
Warsto the innocent optimism of the 1950's. These timeless classics do more than
define the music of a generation - they define the music of our country. Jerome Kern
said of his friend Irving Berlin (1888-1989), "He has no place in American music; he is
American music."
Songs include: Cheek To Cheek - Always - How Deep Is The ocean - Blue Skies - They
Say It's Wonderful - There's No Business Like Show Business
TIME AFTER TIME:
The Songs of Jule Styne
February 7th - 13th
This renowned COiT/poser for Broadway, fHrns, teie\/ision, and radio, Jul€; has
oenned the rnusic for some Arnerica's best-loved rnos,t endu sonGs.
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the most prolific songvvriter/cornposers in American theater, Styne specialized in
creating songs especially suited for particular Broadway divas like Carol
Ethell\1erman and Barbara Streisand. VVorking ciosely with Frank loesser and
Cahn through the 19308, 1940s, and 1950s, he also penned many movie songs.
Songs include: Just In Time - Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend - Don't Rain On My
Parade - Time After Time - I've Heard That Song Before - People
A GRAND TOUR:
The Songs of Jerry Herman
March 7th - 13th
There is never an evening when, somewhere in the world, the music and lyrics of Jerry
Herman are not being sung by a lady in a red headdress, or a lady with a bugle, or a
middle-aged man in a wig and a boa. Hello, Dolly!, Mame, and La Cage are home to
some of the most popular, most-often performed and most successful musical heroines
of all time, and have given Jerry Herman the distinction of being the only composer-
lyricist in history to have had three musicals that ran more than 1,500 consecutive
performances on Broadway.
Songs include: Hello Dolly - Mame - The Best Of Times Is Now - Before The Parade By
- If He walked into my life - Time Heals Everything
THE NIGHT IS FILLED WITH MUSIC:
The Music of the RKO Pictures Era
April 11th -17th
Irving Berlin, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, Dorothy Fields, George Gershwin and many
others wrote songs for the fabulous movies of Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. This
Melodies and Memories series program also salutes the lasting legacy of RKO's early
contribution to the music of all the early Disney classics.
Songs include: The Continental- The Way You Look Tonight - A Foggy Day, - They All
Laughed, but Not For Me - When You Wish Upon A Star - Someday My Prince Will
Come - Zip A Dee Doo Dah
Agen@y fOr @reat.ive
Talent. StI"8t.egies. In@.
Welcome to the ACTS Agency! If this is your first time working
with us, we're excited to have the privilege to potentially be part of
your season! If you are a presenter who has worked with us in the
past, we are looking forward to another great opportunity to bring
some of our performing artists to your community! Thanks as always
for thinking of us! We are thrilled with our 10/11 season roster. We
model it as if we were creating our own performing arts series and
we think that we have found some truly exquisite artists in various
genres and price ranges! We have tried to select artists who are as
pleasant to work with behind the scenes as they are in front of the
curtain. We invite you to have a look. .. for us, it's like a trip into a
candy store (as we say) for "all realms of the senses"! Bon appetite!
"'Musical/Theatrical Extrava2anza" Genre for the 2010/2011 SEASON:
BARRAGE...
The whole family will enjoy Barrage's new high-energy, fiddle-fest spectacular aptly titled
"Animado" (meaning lively in Spanish)! Be one of the first to experience this new
entertainment extravaganza--like Riverdance and Stomp combined with a hot world music
flare! Barrage's hip, new production highlights Animado"s virtuoso cast of young musicians
who look like rock stars and who perform a sensory explosion of Old World cultures and
musical styles launched in high gear with their trademark non-stop intensity. This global
ensemble descends upon theaters with their newest jaw-dropping eclectic mix of music, song
and dance that will leave your heart racing. Animado abounds with luscious tangos, "killer
reels", and songs inspired by the passionate cultures of Old World Europe powerfully fused
with Barrage's contemporary influences, hip vocal arrangements and pulsating modern
beats and rhythms. Experience for yourself Barrage's brand new form of musical theatrical
extravaganza! Just when you thought that Barrage couldn't get any hotter, these high-
energy musicians cavort, twist, and literally leap through the air with dazzling
choreography and blurring fast fret work to unveil the unstoppable new production:
ANlMADO!
CELTIC CROSSROADS...
This sizzling inferno of song and dance hails from Galway Ireland. Brimming with some
of the freshest young talent on the Emerald Isle, this production is taking the art form to
an entirely new level. CELTIC CROSSROADS presents Irish music like never before,
set to do to Irish music what Riverdance has done for Irish dance. Their live concerts are
a spectacle of both extraordinary musical and Irish dance talent based on a time in Irish
history when the best musicians and dancers would meet at the community "crossroads"
for a virtual showdown of talents! Celtic Crossroads redefines one's perception of Irish
music by going right to the heart of its rhythms. The inventive arrangements steer Irish
acoustic music into surprising new territory. Incorporating seven world class musicians,
playing over twenty instruments on stage, the production unleashes one jaw-dropping
moment after another. From start to finish, Celtic Crossroads captivates with a wonderful
fusion of musical genres stemming from the Irish music heritage. The program is a
thrilling tapestry of Irish inspired genres such as eastern European gypsy, North
American blue grass, world classical and jazz, as well as the various forms of Celtic
music from around the globe. For video footage, please visit
http://www.celticcrossroads.iel
JIM WITTER'S PIANOMEN (A Musical Journey Through the 70's Featuring the Music of
Elton John and Billy Joel)...
What could be more heartwarming for those who reminisce about the Seventies than a show rich
with multi-media highlighting the famous commercials, celebrities and memorable moments-all
set to the music of Billy Joel and Elton John? This show revels in the decade when polyester was
truly cool and life's fads crafted our reality. As one NC presenter wrote following the show's
inaugural US performances, "(Jim) has massive charisma. He has great chops. His ability to
communicate is without blemish. He makes people sitting near the back of the hall feel as if
they're on the front row, and he had audiences lapping up even the intros to each Elton John or
Billy Joel classic...!" These shows have been so well received that Dove nominee Jim Witter has
been inspired to create three more shows in this genre: PIANO MEN II (The 80's), LONG AND
WINDING ROAD (Songs and Stories During the Beatles Era) and FEELIN' GROOVY (A
Musical Journey Through the 60's Featuring Music by Simon and Garfunkel).
AMERICA'S HOTTEST ILLUSIONIST JASON BISHOP
Welcome to the new domain of "Smart Magic"! Hailed as America's Hottest Young Illusionist,
Jason Bishop grabs the audience's attention from the moment that he takes the stage. From his
breath-taking double levitation to his cutting edge Op-Art and Plasma Screen illusions, Jason
Bishop interweaves stunning state of the art magic with humor and the power of the mind. Each
show features award winning sleight of hand, exclusive grand illusions and even close-up magic
projected onto a huge movie screen. Gone are the Vegas-type hype and kitsch that have identified
magic in recent decades. Instead, Jason delivers the show with a totally modern energy and a
captivating rock and pop soundtrack. No other touring illusionist showcases such a diverse array
of talents. As an added boon, Jason offers an outreach program that not only features some live
performance, but it also touches upon his history as a success story ofthe foster care system. Not
only is this great for attracting additional media attention, but Jason serves as a powerful
inspiration to kids of all ages.
HIGHER AND HIGHER:
A Celebration of the Legacy of Ray Charles, Motown and More...f
Starring Ray Charles Protege ELLIS HALL and The Truth
A riveting evening of musical Motown and favorites such as "Georgia", "Unchain My Heart",
"Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Just My Imagination", "My Cherie Amore", "America"
"Higher and Higher" and more! Introduced as his protege by none other than Ray Charles at the
John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Ellis Hall is quite the dynamo! A multi-
instrumentalist virtuoso and dynamic vocalist, Ellis not only performed as lead vocalist with
Kenny G on his debut hit single "What Does It Take" and went on to be the lead vocalist in the
hit group Tower of Power as well as a member of the multi-platinum group the California
Raisins, but Ellis has performed and recorded with a literal Who's Who ofthe musical elite
including Patti LaBelle, Michael McDonald, Earth Wind & Fire, Huey Lewis, Bo Diddley and
Stevie Wonder. Ellis has appeared in numerous TV shows and movies and he has performed in
commercials too numerous to count.. The Higher and Higher program celebrates the music, life
and legacy of his mentor and of the music that he so loved. To paraphrase what was said when
Ellis was introduced at Kennedy Center, Ellis may have lost his sight, but he has more vision than
you're likely to see in a lifetime! Experience the uplifting celebration of a musical era and of a
creative genius who shaped a genre. It's a show that will leave you smiling and dancing IllGHER
AND IllGHER!
BLUE SUEDE SHOES (THE ULTIMATE ELVIS BASH STARRING MIKE ALBERT,
SCOT BRUCE AND THE BIG E BAND)...
It's hard to imagine that any show could consistently sell out 15 years in a row at the same venue,
however, that is the undeniable track record of this surprisingly charming and reverent show. Put
together originally for the State Theater in Easton, P A, this show has expanded its following
amazingly with capacity crowds at venues around the country! Although most of America thinks
of Elvis shows as a bit campy and cliche, both Mike and Scot manage to transcend the
"impersonator" genre and deliver a show that comes as close to the original experience of Elvis as
one is likely to see. So authentic is their delivery that Martin Guitars actually gifted a replica of
Elvis's original guitar to Scot Bruce while performing on stage in Pennsylvania! Scot melts hearts
with his portrayal of Elvis in the early years. His credits include having appeared extensively at
Disneyland, on cruises, in music videos of both Faith Hill and Sheryl Crowe, on E Channel and in
Pizza Hut commercials. After intermission, Mike Albert powerfully transports the audience back
to Elvis' Vegas years. Mike's credits are also extensive, having performed on both the Oprah
Winfrey Show and the Maury Povich Show as well as on the Miss Tennessee Pageant broadcast.
Mike--complete with the Big E Band and back-up singers-reverently captures the older years
of Elvis and inevitably leaves the audience alternately on its feet or with reminiscent tears
streaming down their cheeks. Both Mike and Scot are also available individually. Program
options include: BLUE SUEDE CHRISTMAS, LOVE ME TENDER, ELVIS BIRTHDA Y
BASH, BLUE SUEDE SHOES, THAT'S ALRIGHT MAMA, and BLUE SUEDE SUMMER.
True Le2ends:
THE IRISH ROVERS...
"Magically Delicious"! As legendary as their classic hit THE UNICORN SONG, these jolly
ambassadors of Irish song and merriment offer a fun-filled frolicking evening filled with hits,
classic sing along tunes and their rollicking Irish humor! It's a show jam packed with their most
recognizable hits including WASN'T THAT A PARTY, BLACK VELVET BAND, THE IRISH
ROVER, GRANDMA GOT RUN OVER BY A REINDEER and more! It's no wonder that these
giants in the Irish music genre have delighted audiences around the world for more than four
decades!
NEW ORLEANS' OWN DUKES OF DIXIELAND...
The DUKES of Dixieland blow traditional jazz and Dixieland into the 21st Century,
weaving intoxicating strands of pop, gospel, and country into their authentic New Orleans
sounds. Their 32 years of tradition add that legendary sizzle to today's Dukes as they
dazzle with an infectious sound that is durable and vivacious-just what jazz is meant to
be! Kick up your feet to the oldest continuing Dixieland jazz band that has sold out such
venues as The Hollywood Bowl, the Kennedy Center and the Smithsonian, to name but a
few! Bright and brassy or smooth and dark as cane syrup, the luscious sounds of New
Orleans Own DUKES OF DIXIELAND conjure up memories of a walk along Bourbon
Street, the excitement of Mardi Gras or the taste ofthe perfect beignet-all ofthose
vibrant joyful notes from Dixie's heartwarming yesteryears! Treat yourself to a sonic
voyage on the Riverboat Natchez with the incomparable DUKES of Dixieland - strong
tradition, new ground, great sounds!
Different Genres: Same Superb Musical Brilliance!
2005 VOCAL GROUP OF THE YEAR (LA MUSIC AWARDS: M-P ACT
Savor the sophisticated sound that has graced jazz festivals and performing arts centers
around the globe. Hailed as "among the finest a cappella groups in the country...." by
NBC's Today Show, M-PACT weaves together the swing of the Manhattan Transfer, the
hip licks of Take 6, the percussive power of Stomp, the funk of Earth, Wind and Fire and
they positively seduce their audience with an intensity and passion created by the human
voice alone. These dynamos have shared the stage with such musical greats as Ray Charles
and Sheryl Crowe. They offer four diverse programs ranging from sophisticated jazz to
their always popular Celebration of Stevie Wonder and the Music of Motown! They also
offer several diverse outreach options including one where two winning vocalists from the
community get to perform a number on stage with the guys!
KRISTINA REIKO COOPER TRIO
Stunning cello virtuoso KRISTINA REIKO COOPER and her trio graced the stage on the
2009 Jerry Lewis Telethon and have already been invited to return in 2010. She is known
for her musical diversity, artistry and charismatic stage presence. Her credits range from
having acquired all of her music degrees including her Doctorate at Juilliard. She is the
First Prize Winner of the Walter M. Naumberg Chamber Music competition. She has
performed world premiers of works by composers such as Philip Glass and Mario
Davidovsky. She is currently serving as visiting-Professor ofthe Jerusalem Academy at
Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Kristina features several programs in diverse styles
ranging from classically oriented programs to those that are a bit more eclectic in style
based on her recent Stone and Steel cd to programs that give the audience a delicious
musical palate of her many genres. Kristina is happy to offer residencies as well as
outreach opportunities.
ABACA STRING BAND
Treat your audience to a delightfully irreverent journey into extreme virtuosity! Favorites
of numerous series such as the Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series and
Chautauqua, the string musicians in Abaca boast a repertoire that ranges from Mozart to
Pinball Wizard all insightfully yet humorously introduced by guitarist Andrew Schulman.
With programs including a K1ezmer Christmas, this group thrills novices to the classical
genre as well as the classical purists in the crowd. ABACA offers several outreach programs
including one that is highly inspirational and lead by Andrew Schulman based on his recent
success with a bout with pancreatic cancer.
MUSIC OF THE NIGHT: THE LOVERS AND HEROES OF
BROADWAY AND BEYOND Featuring Europe's Tenor Sensation STIG ROSSEN
Denmark's star tenor and actor (as seen in the PBS Special "This is the Moment") Stig
Rossen sings and interprets the Broadway and pop favorites such as the Andrew Lloyd
Webber classic "Bring Him Home" with the abandon of heart and charisma that is rarely
captured on stage. From the very first measure of "This is the Moment' and "Music of the
Night", Stig captivates all. "Music of the Night!" is much more than an evening with a
talented tenor. Stig Rossen delivers a rare gift that allows the audience to feel as if this
concert was created and performed for them and for them alone. Stig does own the rights to
his PBS special, so it may be broadcast in your market as desired.
SINATRA, STREISAND AND ME STARRING SARAH PACHECO
Compared vocally to a young Celine Dion, this multi-cultural beauty treats the audience to a
superb evening of favorites by two of the most legendary vocalists of our time: Frank Sinatra and
Barbra Streisand. From "New York, New York" to "Don't Rain on My Parade", this show is a
delicious journey through a luscious repertoire of Sinatra and Streisand hits. The songs by these
two musical icons were family favorites and inspired Ms. Pacheco during her childhood
ultimately leading to Sarah winning the international singing contests as a teenager. With an
evening that will set the audience's hearts soaring, Sarah dazzles with Sinatra, Streisand and Me!
www.sarahpacheco.com $10,000 + 6 TIlls/local ground transportation/sound, lights and medium
backline. Some flexibility if routed.
THE (HARMONIOUS) WAIL
Often compared to the oh-so-hip and fun Pink Martini, this group charms with the combination of
Maggie's luscious voice (which sounds as if it belongs in a James Bond film) as well as the killer
gypsy swing instrurnentals of the band! This group has earned rave reviews as the top gypsy
swing band in the country by w\vw.allaboutiazz.com and Dirty Linen and songs from their new
cd has already been played on the NPR Morning Show. This group is a steal at $4500 +
nus/ground/tech. Very light hearted, engaging and fun!
MONTANA SKIES...
Winners of the Lifestyle Radio Music Awards for Best New Artist of2004 and Best
Contemporary Acoustic Album of2005, Jennifer and Jonathan Adams create a "new
acoustic" sound with their pairing of cello, six-string electric cello, Spanish/classical
guitar, and steel string guitar. Their new video clip from their recent dvd had 10,000
views in 2 days and was one of the top viewed music videos on Y outube the day it was
posted. Not only able to compel audiences with their instrumental prowess and fusion of
music styles, these artists incorporate percussive techniques and state of art pedals, and
effects to create a full-bodied blend. Montana Skies' extensive tour schedule has taken
them all across the US, Canada and to Asia. Montana Skies is also available as a band,
with bass and percussion and symphony programs are available as well.
CHRIS KORBLEIN...
Chris is a must see instrumentalist whose strong melodic compostitions have enticed Jazz
audiences as well as fans of romantic music around the globe. His concert tours have taken him to
Europe, Asia and across the United States, where his magnetic stage presence and ability to
instantly connect with his audience have brought him the love and respect of a devoted fan base.
In his constant aim to make a strong connection with audiences locally, he created the Sharing the
Spotlight segment of the show in which he invites local performers (either vocalists to sing one of
his vocal radio singles or a young guitar student) to perform with him on stage, This entertaining
feature has become a local media favorite, helping to build audiences and generate press before
and after the show.
BIG BA1\TD NOSTALGIA ARTISTS
SALUTE TO THE WORLD'S GREATEST GENERATION STARRING THE TOMMY
DORSEY ORCHESTRA WITH SPECIAL GUEST THE TERRY MYERS' BENNY
GOODMAN ORCHESTRA TRIBUTE...
This special evening of big band favorites combines the talents of the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
with the much raved about Terry Myers and his Benny Goodman Tribute. It's more than a battle
of the bands, it's a CELEBRATION of the bands and of the era that made them so famous.
For information on Artie Shaw Orchestra, Glenn Miller Orchestra, and other big bands
feel free to call or e-mail us.
ACTS Inc also features a consulting division and many of our artists will provide actual printed versions of their
programs for a nominal fee for use in distribution to your audience. We will happily assist you in planning your series
or event whether you are searching for a major "name attraction" or affordable quality. We do also try to offer a
discount for organizations that elect to book three or more artists from our roster in one season. Agency for
Creative Talent Strategies, Inc. w'Ylw.a-c-t-s-inc.com 813-991-1563 info@a-c+s-inc.com
or e-mail memeridith@a-c+s-inc.com .
Kathy Kosins Presents The Ladies of Cool
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'.Kosins is a delightful surprise...reminiscent of Peggy lee...worthy of Dinah
Washington"
- Jazz Times
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Tell us more about the show...
A Detroit, Michigan native, KaiJ:lrc1f Kasffns has explored the vocal jazz idiom of the
liVest Coast "cool schoo!," lfl/it/1 particular ernphasfs on those extraordinary singers
of tile 1940s and 1950s that trilere household nartieS to jazz and pop fans alike in
that era. Kathy is an accomplished interpreter of jazz, who has a voice and style
that shares that intimate and affuring quality found in {{ # he Ladies of Cool. fJ - Ron
Weber
And the reviewers said...
New York Times
Ms. Kosins's nonstandard choice of
standards is almost as winsome as her
easygoing, swinging style...
Scott Yanow,
All Music Guide
Kathy Kosins has a fine expressive
voice and she is joined by a top-notch
sextet, but the real star of this set are
the songs
Herb WonQ
Outstanding...
Chris DiGirolamo
If Jazz had four seasons, Kathy Kosins
would be spring. Something to look
forward to, something budding, and
most of all something just down right
distinct.
By John Stevenson
eiazznews.com on the Vintage release
... Kathy Kosins plunges into a rarely
explored area of standards, and
emerges with a handful of well-crafted
melodic pearls. Her alluring
declamations bring freshness to the
lightly swinging "Tiptoe Gently". A
teasing, sensual approach comes
across to good effect on Russell
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Kathy Performing
Click video above for song montage.
(FYI: Video starts after 15 seconds)
SOUND SAMPLES OF THIS
SHOW
(click links below to listen to Kathy sing):
"When in Rome"
"Look Out Up There"
"Lullaby in Rhvthm"
"Nice Girls Don't Stay for Breakfast"
"You're a Heavenly Thing"
Booking materials for this show below:
SHOW FLYER (click here)
SONG LIST (click here)
GENERAL INFO SHEET (click here)
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Garcia's "Go Slow" l where Kathy drags
seductive lyrics across a decelerated
tango.
Will Friedwald on the Vintage release
I wasn't expecting to fall in love with a
new female vocal album, but I wound
up staying the night.
www.kathykosins.com
If you are interested in hosting a performance by Kathy
Kosins
in "The Ladies of Cool," pricing information is available by
contacting:
Cheryl Hughey
Mahogany Jazz
314-660-1755
cheryl h ug hey@charter.net
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