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On behalf of the entire cast and crew of the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, I welcome you to another exciting season of Arts and Entertainment. Following a memorable 25th Anniversary Season, we now turn towards the future and forge into our next quarter-century.

In this booklet, you will see just some of the artists and events we have planned for the Season – from intimate concerts and laugh-out-loud comedians to Broadway musicals and Oscar-winning films.

We will unveil additional presentations throughout the season, so watch for our postcards and emails, follow us on facebook and twitter and bookmark kirbycenter.org.

So much of what we do is supported by our loyal members and corporate sponsors, to whom we extend a heartfelt Thank You! If you are not yet a Kirby member, become one, and you too will help to underwrite programming, maintain this beautiful building and preserve our community cultural asset….and more…..

As a Kirby Member, you can be among the First to Know and First to Buy. So join today!

Turn the pages and step inside to another wonderful season at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. And most of all, enjoy yourself with family and friends.

Marilyn Santarelli

season at a glance

Zappa Plays Zappa* Thursday, June 28, 2012 @ 7:30 pm

Jim Gaffigan: The America Tour* Thursday, July 26, 2012 @ 7:00 pm

P.A.I. of Wyoming Seminary presents West Side Story Thursday, August 2 & Friday, August 3, 2012 @ 8:00 pm

Kirby Kidz present Cinderella Kids & Fame Jr. Friday, August 17 and Saturday, August 18, 2012 @ 6:00 pm

Menopause The Musical* Wednesday, October 3 & Thursday, October 4, 2012 @ 7:00 pm

Celtic Thunder* Saturday, October 6, 2012 @ 7:30 pm

Skippyjon Jones Monday, October 15, 2012 @ 10:00 am

Hal Holbrook: Mark Twain Tonight Saturday, October 20, 2012 @ 8:00 pm

Straight No Chaser - #SNClive Tour* Saturday, October 27, 2012 @ 8:00 pm

Nosferatu (1922) Wednesday, October 31, 2012 @ 7:30 pm

Liza Minnelli – Confessions Saturday, November 3, 2012 @ 8:00 pm

Brian Regan Saturday, November 10, 2012 @ 8:00 pm

Shaolin Warriors Wednesday, November 14, 2012 @ 7:30 pm

Great Russian Nutcracker Monday, December 3, 2012 @ 7:30 pm

A Chorus Line Friday, January 11, 2013 @ 8:00 pm

MatheMagic Thursday, January 17, 2013 @ 10:00 am

Rock of Ages Friday, February 15, 2013 @ 8:00 pm

Clifford The Big Red Dog Friday, February 22, 2013 @ 10:00 am & 7:00 pm

Irish Tenors Friday, March 8, 2013 @ 8:00 pm

The Pirates of Penzance Friday, March 22, 2013 @ 8:00 pm

Romeo and Juliet Tuesday, April 9, 2013 @ 10:00 am

A Lecture by Joan Rivers Saturday, April 27, 2013 @ 8:00 pm

The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs Friday, May 3, 2013 @ 10:00 am

Contact the Box Office at 570.826.1100 for additional show information!

Kirby Members Pre-Sale: Tuesday, May 29 @ 10:00 am

Public On-Sale: Monday, June 4 @ 10:00 am

More shows will be added throughout the season, so stay logged on to kirbycenter.org * Indicates shows already on-sale

Please call the Development Office at 823-4599, ext. 225 or visit our website at kirbycenter.org and learn more!

one gift… manY reWarDS! Donors to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts support our mission to promote artistic quality, accessibility and education for all members of this community and beyond!

DonorS receiVe…• First to Know! First to Buy! Benefits • Donor recognition • Special Event Invitations

Giving Levels:

• Diamond-$1000• Platinum-$500• Gold-$250• Silver-$100• Bronze-$50

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS begin at $2,500

The Kirby Center customizes benefits to meet our donors’ interest; to include: • Show sponsorship • Corporate recognition in all media • E-marketing and social media • Ticket discounts • Meeting and entertainment space

You KnoW… The Kirby Center distinguishes itself from other venues! It is the premier performing arts center in our region; the best place to see Broadway, comedians, concerts and the only place in Northeastern PA to see an opera!

Do You KnoW… The Kirby Center is a nonprofit organization that maintains a delicate balance between mission and margin driven shows?

Every year we choose 70 – 80 shows and films that will fulfill our cultural and educational mission?

Since 1986, over 70,000 children have attended the Young People’s Theater Series?

When groups or individuals are unable to physically attend performances at the Kirby Center, we bring the Kirby Center to them? Within the umbrella of Arts in Education, Master Classes and workshops are taught by touring performers at schools and businesses.

The Kirby Center partners with 75 social service agencies in the region to facilitate the distribution of 1500 free tickets yearly to organizations such as Head Start and Maternal and Family Health Services?

Eleven percent of our audience is low or moderate income families?

We preserve a historic icon, while at the same time promoting economic prosperity in downtown Wilkes-Barre?

The Kirby Center is an EITC participating organization. By making a contribution to the Kirby Center’s Art in Education program through EITC, your company can receive Pennsylvania State tax credit equal to 75% of your contribution, up to $300,000 a year? If your company commits to the program for two consecutive years, the credit will be 90% of your contribution.

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celeBrity seriesLiza minneLLi - confeSSionSNovember 3rd, 2012 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $69.00, $89.00, $125.00 & $150.00

Legendary singer and actress, Liza Minnelli, is one of the few performers in history to win an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy and Tony Award. A true legend, Minnelli visits the Kirby for one rare, unforgettable evening.

a Lecture bY Joan riVerS my Life in Show Business: 135 Years & counting

April 27th, 2013 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $39.00 & $47.00

Presented by Mills Entertainment

Share an intimate evening with the legendary Joan Rivers as she gives audiences a frank, touching and hilarious look at her life, and the challenges she has met during her almost 50 years in show business.

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zappa pLaYS zappaJune 28th, 2012 @ 7:30 pm Ticket Prices: $29.50, $39.50 & $49.50

As a composer, singer-songwriter, electric guitarist, record producer and film director, Frank Zappa’s incredible career spanned more than 30 years. Nearly 20 years after his death, his music lives on – through his son Dweezil.

Jim gaffigan: the america tourJuly 26th @ 7:00 pm Ticket Prices: $39.75 & $49.75

Presented by Outback Concerts & Mills Entertainment

Jim Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has made him one of the top five most successful touring comedians in the country today and his CDs and DVDs have reached platinum sales. This is truly a not-to-be-missed performance.

ceLtic thunDer: VoYageOctober 6th, 2012 @ 7:30 pm Ticket Prices: $65.00 & $75.00

Produced by Metropolitan Talent Presents

Surpassing sales of one million units combined, Billboard’s Top World Music Artist, Celtic Thunder pay homage to the musical culture of Ireland with their new show, Voyage.

Straight no chaSer - #Snclive tourOctober 27th, 2012 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $29.50, $34.50 & $39.50

Straight No Chaser has captivated more than 35 million YouTube viewers and wowed countless others with two PBS specials. Now the 10-voice a cappella sensation brings its #SNClive Tour to the Kirby Center for a one-night-only performance.

brian reganNovember 10th, 2012 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $39.50

Well known for his self-depreciating observational humor, comedian Brian Regan will leave you in hysterics as he discusses the humor in life’s mundane activities. His clean, off-center humor has been praised by critics and contemporaries alike.

iriSh tenorSMarch 8th, 2013 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $39.50 & $59.50

Since 1998, the Irish Tenors have been singing their way into the hearts of millions. You’ve seen them on PBS—now see them LIVE at the F.M. Kirby Center. The original line up is back, featuring Ronan Tynan.

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menopauSe the muSicaLOctober 3rd and October 4th, 2012 @ 7:00 pm Ticket Prices: $44.00 & $49.50

Presented by GFour Productions

Four women at a lingerie sale with nothing in common but a black lace bra AND hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you dancing in the aisles!

a choruS LineJanuary 11th, 2013 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $30.00, $50.00 & $60.00

A nine-time Tony Award-winning musical about dancers auditioning for spots on a chorus line of a musical visits the Kirby Center for one night only. A true Broadway classic, featuring the music of Marvin Hamlisch.

rocK of ageSFebruary 15, 2013 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $35.00, $52.50 & $62.50

Set in 1987, this Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical tells the tale of a girl from LA., and a boy from South Detroit, looking to make it big and fall in love on Sunset Strip - featuring 28 eyebrow-scorching tunes from the 1980’s.

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faMily seriesgreat ruSSian nutcracKerDecember 3rd, 2012 @ 7:30 pm Ticket Prices: $27.50, $37.50, $48.00 & $68.00

Presented by Moscow Ballet

Come celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker. Ring in the holiday season with this classic ballet, visiting for just one very special performance.

cLifforD the big reD DogFebruary 22nd, 2013 @ 7:00 pm Ticket Prices: $20.00 & $30.00 VIP

Celebrate the timeless values of Clifford’s BIG Ideas - Share, Be Kind and more! With memorable songs and choreography, there will be even more of him to love in this ALL NEW musical sure to delight the entire family!

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Young peopLe’S theaterConsider it edutainment. It’s the best of both worlds as the F.M. Kirby Center provides school-day productions that are both entertaining and educational. This season, our Young People’s Theater features stage adaptations of various children classics.

Each performance comes with its own study guide that brings the lesson from the stage into the classroom. It’s affordable, too. Tickets are only $7.00 each, and every 16th ticket is FREE.

teacherS’ in-SerViceTeachers, learn more about how you can earn Act 48 Credits, as the F.M. Kirby Center partners with N.E.I.U. 19 in offering a professional workshop aimed at helping teachers bring arts and education into their respective classrooms. Our professional workshops also include a tour of our historic theater and a Q&A session with cast members.

maSter cLaSSeSWorking with national tour companies, the F.M. Kirby Center provides Master Classes to students and teachers studying dance and theater. Our Master Classes feature hands-on instruction direct from the touring professionals.

This season, we will hold Master Classes for students attending MatheMagic, Romeo and Juliet and Three Little Pigs. Young, aspiring actors will also take part in a master class surrounding The Pirates of Penzance, as David Wannen, Managing Director of NY Gilbert and Sullivan Players, shares theater audition and performance techniques.

KirbY KiDzThe F.M. Kirby Center is proud to once again partner with the Harris Conservatory for the Arts to offer the Third Annual Kirby Kidz Summer Theater Workshop. This exciting program, unique to Northeast Pennsylvania, is designed to offer that “Kirby Experience” to all aspiring school-age actors, singers and dancers.

The seven-week workshop begins at the end of June and focuses on acting technique, theater fundamentals, vocal performance, dance terminology and technique and much more. The children’s hard work culminates in two live performances on the Kirby Center stage. This season, the Kirby Kidz will be performing Fame Jr. and Cinderella Kids on Friday, August 17 and Saturday, August 18, beginning at 6:00 p.m.

To enroll your child in this exciting program, please call 570-718-0673.

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SKippYJon JoneS October 15th, 2012 @ 10:00 am

Skippyjon Jones is a little kitten with big ears, and even bigger dreams. Watch and pretend with him, as he transforms into Chihuahua Skippito Friskito, the greatest canine sword fighter in all of Mexico.

mathemagic January 17th, 2013 @ 10:00 am

An educational show specifically designed for school audiences, MatheMagic uses a “discovery approach” along with theatrical magic, costumes and humor to connect with kids of different ages and abilities in this audience participatory performance.

cLifforD the big reD Dog February 22nd, 2013 @ 10:00 am

Celebrate the timeless values of Clifford’s BIG Ideas - Share, Be Kind and more! With memorable songs and choreography, there will be even more of him to love in this ALL NEW musical sure to entertain and educate!

romeo anD JuLiet April 9th, 2013 @ 10:00 am

William Shakespeare’s classic tale of star-crossed lovers comes to the stage for a special 90-minute school-time performance.

The True STory of The 3 LiTTLe PigS May 3rd, 2013 @ 10:00 am

This interactive musical production tells the traditional story of the three little pigs, who have very different notions on how to build their homes, and the wolf, who has his own ideas for the pigs.

Proud SPonSorS: Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Bank of America, Bergman Foundation, Chesapeake Energy Corporation, Edith Reynolds Trust, F.M. Kirby Foundation, Geisinger Health System, Grotto Pizza, Luzerne County Bar Association Charitable Foundation, Marquis George MacDonald Foundation, Maslow Fund for the Arts of the Luzerne Foundation, Passan Foundation, The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, The P&G Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Quad3 Group., Sam’s Club Foundation, Unico Wilkes-Barre Chapter, The Wells Fargo Foundation and Woodcock Foundation for the Appreciation of the Arts, Inc.

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All Young People’s Theater tickets are just $7.00 & every 16th ticket is FREE!

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the artiSt (PG-13) Wednesday, June 6th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pm

Silent movie star George Valentin bemoans the coming era of talking pictures and fades into oblivion and self-destruction, but finds sparks with a young dancer lighting up “talkies” like no one else. Winner of five Oscars, including Best Motion Picture. Running Time: 100 minutes

the iron LaDY (PG-13) Wednesday, June 13th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pm

An elderly Margaret Thatcher (Meryl Streep) talks to the imagined presence of her recently deceased husband and struggles to come to terms with his death, while scenes from her past intervene. Winner of two Oscars, including Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role. Running Time: 105 minutes

a Separation (PG-13) Wednesday, June 20th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pm

A married couple is faced with a difficult decision - to improve the life of their child by moving to another country or to stay in Iran and look after a deteriorating parent with Alzheimer’s disease. The 2012 Oscar winner for best Foreign Language Film. Running Time: 123 minutes

mY WeeK With mariLYn (R) Wednesday, June 27th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pm

Colin Clark, an employee of Sir Laurence Olivier’s, documents the tense interaction between Olivier and Marilyn Monroe during production of The Prince and the Showgirl. Starring Golden Globe winner Michelle Williams, as Marilyn Monroe. Running Time: 99 minutes

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Summer Film SerieSthe SanDLot (PG) Saturday, July 7th @ 2:00 & 6:30 pmIn this family classic, Scotty Smalls wins over the neighborhood baseball clique, and together they fall into adventures involving tree-house sleep-ins, the local lifeguard, the snooty rival ball team and the traveling fair. Running Time: 101 minutes

SaLmon fiShing in the Yemen (PG-13) Wednesday, July 11th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmA fisheries expert is asked to help realize a sheik’s vision of bringing the sport of fly-fishing to the desert and embarks on an upstream journey of faith and fish to prove the impossible possible. Running Time: 107 minutes

being fLYnn (R) Wednesday, July 18th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmA man working in a Boston homeless shelter re-encounters his father, a con man and self-proclaimed poet played by Robert De Niro. Sensing trouble in his own life, he wrestles with the notion of reaching out yet again to his Dad. Running Time: 102 minutes

buLLY (PG-13) Wednesday, July 25th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmThe award-winning documentary on peer-to-peer bullying in schools across America. Named Best Film at the 2011 Bergen International Film Festival. Running Time: 97 minutes

raging buLL (R) Wednesday, August 15th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmThis 1980 classic starring a young Robert De Niro tells the tale of an emotionally self-destructive boxer’s journey through life, as the violence and temper that leads him to the top in the ring, destroys his life outside it. Running Time: 129 Minutes

breaKfaSt at tiffanY’S (G) Wednesday, August 22nd @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmThis two-time Oscar-winning classic stars Audrey Hepburn as a young socialite interested in a young man (George Peppard) who has moved into her New York City apartment building. Running Time: 115 minutes

Vertigo (PG) Wednesday, August 29th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmA San Francisco detective (James Stewart) suffering from acrophobia investigates the strange activities of an old friend’s wife (Kim Novak), all the while becoming dangerously obsessed with her in this 1958 Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece. Running Time: 128 minutes

marLeY (PG-13) Wednesday, September 5th @ 1:00 & 7:30 pmDirector Kevin MacDonald offers the definitive life story of Bob Marley - musician, revolutionary and legend - from his early days, to his rise to international superstardom. Featuring rare footage, live performances and revelatory interviews. Running Time: 144 minutes

*Prior to the evening screening, the George Wesley Band (top right) will perform their infectious reggae sound in the lobby, beginning at 6:30 p.m. — www.georgewesley.com

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Signature SerieSSignature SerieShaL hoLbrooK: marK tWain tonightOctober 20th, 2012 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $45.00 & $55.00

Hal Holbrook has toured Mark Twain Tonight in some part of every year since 1954, making 2012 the 58th consecutive year for this remarkable one-man show. Including excerpts from Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.

noSferatu (1922) Featuring live musical accompaniment by Ben Model

October 31st, 2012 @ 7:30 pm Ticket Prices: $10.00

A truly special Halloween event – the classic, 1922 silent horror film based on the story of “Dracula,” featuring LIVE musical accompaniment from Ben Model, who has been playing piano and organ for silent films at New York’s Museum of Modern Art for the past 28 years.

ShaoLin WarriorSNovember 14th, 2012 @ 7:30 pm Ticket Prices: $36.00 & $46.00

In a fully-choreographed theatrical production, the Shaolin Warriors bring the remarkable skill, stunning movement and spectacular imagery of Kung Fu to the F.M. Kirby Center stage.

the pirateS of penzancePerformed by NY Gilbert & Sullivan Players

March 22, 2013 @ 8:00 pm Ticket Prices: $29.00, $38.00 & $58.00

Gilbert and Sullivan’s Tony Award-winning comic operetta tells the tale of young Frederick, who has completed his apprenticeship and is on his way to becoming a full-fledged pirate. Coming for one very special performance.

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You Know… The Kirby Center distinguishes itself from other venues! It is the premier performing arts center in our region; the best place to see Broadway, comedians, concerts and the only place in Northeastern PA to see opera!

Do you Know… The Kirby Center prides itself on Arts in Education. We foster an appreciation for the performing arts for our children and underserved. The following programs are part of Kirby Center Arts in Education.

Young People’s Theater Series. Through this program, the Kirby Center has been offering affordable tickets to children’s theater performances for 25 years.

Community Outreach. The Kirby is proud of our partnerships with local nonprofit organizations who serve the less fortunate members of our community, providing free tickets.

Master Classes. We provide the opportunity for free lessons with professionals who visit our region to perform at the Kirby Center, in the fields of ballet, dance and music.

Teacher Arts Training. In this program educators are trained to integrate the arts into multi-disciplinary curricula and results in teachers earning continuing education credits accepted by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Artist Outreach. When groups or individuals are unable to physically attend performances at the Kirby Center, we bring the Kirby Center to them!

Random Acts of Culture The Kirby works with local performing artists and organizations, forming partnerships to bring the cultural arts into the public eye.

Donors receive… •First to Know! First to Buy! benefits

• Donor recognition

• Special event invitations

KirBy Box office

Box Office Sales: Monday–Friday 10 am – 5 pm 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

Kirby Center Phone Sales 570.826.1100 Online Sales kirbycenter.org Ticketmaster 800.745.3000

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MeMBers are first to Know anD first to Buy!

buiLD Your oWn SerieS Buy three or more shows: Receive 15% off May 29, 2012–June 30, 2012 Receive 10% off July 1, 2012–June 30, 2013

group SaLeS Groups of 20 or more receive 10% off

StuDent ruSh Receive 15% off individual seats in advance, and 50% off on day of show – with valid ID

Senior citizenS (65 and oLder) , StuDentS, anD miLitarY Receive 15% discount - with valid ID

gift certificateS Fun shows make great gifts!

SpeciaL SerViceS Please call 570.826.1100 in advance with special needs for seating and lstening devices.

3-inStaLLment paYment pLan The Kirby Center now has a 3-installment payment plan option with which you pay 1/3 of your total subscription price now and two other 1/3 payments at a later date. Call the Kirby Center Box Office for more information.

• All ticket sales are final. No refund or exchanges. • Discounts only valid on Kirby-presented shows. • Discounts subject to availability, and restrictions do apply. • Discounts cannot be combined with other offers. • Discounts must be purchased at the Kirby Center Box Office. • Tickets may be subject to applicable facility and convenience fees.

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