whatley center brochure
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The official 2013-2014 season brochure of the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Northeast Texas Community College.TRANSCRIPT
WhatleyLive at the
2013-2014 Season
Sinbad
Larry Gatlin
The Bronx Wanderers
2013 EventsAug. 26-Sept. 13 ..............Exhibit: Not Just a Fiddle by Skinny TrammellSept. 9 .......................................... Leadership Lecture: Jonathan SprinklesSept. 15 .............................................................Ron Clinton Piano ConcertSept. 24-Oct. 19 .........Exhibit: Paintings, Pots & Photos by Local ArtistsOct. 12 ....................................................................... The Bronx WanderersOct. 31-Nov 2 ........................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)Nov. 4-29 ...................... Exhibit: NTCC Art Faculty & Student Art ShowNov. 9 .........................................................................The Broadway TenorsDec. 6-8 .....................................Theatre Northeast Children’s Play (TBA)Dec. 12 ........................................................ The Boston Brass (Christmas)
2014 EventsJan. 24 .......................................................................The Comedy of SinbadFeb. 3-March 7 .........................................................................Exhibit: TBAFeb. 27-March 2 ....................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)March 22 ................................................................Sweet Charity (musical)March 22-April 3 ........................ Exhibit: Mt. Pleasant Art Society ShowApril 5 ........................................................................................Larry GatlinApril 14-24 .................... Exhibit: Annual NTCC Student Art ExhibitionApril 24-27 ............................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)
All dates subject to change
Whatley Season Schedule1
Dear Friends,
Please join us for another exciting year of performances. I encourage you to look through this brochure and hurry to save your seats for all of the shows you wish to enjoy with us.
By becoming a Friend of the Whatley at one of the levels offered on pg. 15, you will ensure that you have reserved seats to each performance. Our Entertainment Series includes The Bronx Wanderers, The Broad-way Tenors, The Boston Brass and the musical Sweet Charity.
As always, we are offering special events throughout the season. The first is our own Dr. Ron Clinton in a solo piano recital. Prepare to laugh all night with Sinbad. County music star Larry Gatlin returns to our stage in a solo show entitled “Will the Real Larry Gatlin Please Sit Down.” If you join as a Friend of the Whatley, you will get first choice of seats for the special events.
Thank you for your support of the Whatley Center! Come and enjoy the changes we have made to the facility with the help of you who have given to the Campaign for the Whatley. It is not too late to make a contribution to help us complete our goals.
This is YOUR center, please come and be a part of it.
Sincerely,
Whatley Center [email protected]
Carolyn Franks
Live At The Whatley!
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Entertainment Series
The Bronx WanderersSaturday, Oct. 12, 2013 • 7:30 p.m.
Sponsorship Available
The Bronx Wanderers wow audiences with superlative vocals and musicianship, dy-namic enthusiasm and a genuine love of
the music they perform. Comprised of a father, two sons, an original member of the Earls and a multi-talented sax player, The Bronx Wanderers authentically re-create the hits made famous by the likes of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Dion, and the classic hits of so many others from the beginning of Rock ‘n’ Roll in the ‘50’s and ‘60’s, and even to the music of today.
Included In Season Package • Adults: $30 • Students: $10
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The Broadway TenorsSaturday, Nov. 9, 2013 • 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Charlie & Helen Hampton
Musical theater’s best leading men transport you from the Golden Age and back again in a thrill-
ing and moving evening of Broadway’s most beloved hits. You’ll delight to hear favor-ites from SOUTH PACIFIC, WEST SIDE STORY, PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, LES MISERABLES, JERSEY BOYS, and the list goes on.
Included In Season Package • Adults: $30 • Students: $10
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Entertainment Series
Boston Brass ChristmasThursday, Dec. 12, 2013 • 7:30 p.m.
Sponsorship Available
For over 25 years, Boston Brass has set out to establish a one-of-a-kind musi-cal experience. From exciting classi-
cal arrangements, to burning jazz standards, and the best of the original brass quintet repertoire, Boston Brass treats audiences to a unique brand of entertainment, which cap-tivates all ages. The ensemble’s lively repartee attempts to bridge the ocean of classical for-mality to delight audiences in an evening of great music and boisterous fun.
Included In Season Package • Adults: $30 • Students: $10
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Sweet CharitySaturday, March 22, 2014 • 7:30 p.m.
Before Chicago there was Sweet Charity! Directed and choreographed for Broad-way by Bob Fosse starring his wife Gwen
Verdon alongside John McMartin; it is based on Federico Fellini’s screenplay for Nights of Cabiria. The musical’s central character is a dancer-for-hire at a Times Square dance hall. Sweet Charity premiered on Broadway in 1966, where it was nominated for 12 Tony Awards, and also ran in the West End as well as having revivals and international productions.
Included In Season Package • Adults: $30 • Students: $10
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Sponsored by
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Ron ClintonSolo Piano Concert Benefitting Scholarships
Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 • 2:30 p.m.
Dr. Ron Clinton has been employed at NTCC since it was founded in 1985. He worked as a faculty mem-
ber before joining the administrative team as Executive Vice President for Instruction. He has performed extensively throughout the United States, Asia and South America as a concert pianist and has appeared as guest soloists with symphony orchestras in Houston, Austin, Lubbock, South America, and the Republic of South Korea. He has won top honors in piano competitions.
Adults: $10 • Students: $5
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Jonathan SprinklesLeadership Lecture
Monday, Sept. 9, 2013 • 12 p.m.
Sponsored by the NTCC Foundation
Jonathan “sprinkles” elements of wisdom and humor to create a learning environ-ment that is light-hearted yet purpose-
filled. In his talks, Jonathan provides the “wow” that audience members want and the substance that meeting planners value. His NTCC presentation will focus on student leadership. He will share his secrets on how to stand out among your peers as a leader of in-tegrity and vision.
Free Admission
Special Event9
The Comedy of SinbadFriday, Jan. 24, 2014 • 7:00 p.m.
Sinbad entertains audiences with his unique and hilarious humor and real life, story-telling style of comedy. He
was one of the most popular standup come-dians of the 1990s and was featured in HBO specials. Sinbad also acted in television programs and feature films like Necessary Roughness, Houseguest, Coneheads, First Kid, Jingle All the Way and the HBO film, The Cherokee Kid.
Rows A-B: $50 • Rows C-K: $35 • Rows L-O: $30No Group Discounts Available
Sponsored by& The NTCC Foundation
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Larry GatlinSaturday, April 5, 2014 • 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by
Larry Gatlin is best-known for his ‘80s hits with the Gatlin Brothers. Prior to forming and leading that family
trio, he enjoyed a successful solo career with occasional support from his brothers. Gat-lin was born in Seminole, TX, in 1948 and raised on country gospel music. He and his brothers, Steve and Rudy, often sang togeth-er in church, as well as on local radio and television every once in a while; they also recorded an album for the small gospel label Sword and Shield.
Rows A-B: $75 • Rows C-O: $35No Group Discounts Available
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Thanks to generous friends, we are well on our way to reaching our goal to renovate the Whatley Center!
Check out our recent progress...
Campaign for the
Northeast Texas Community College Foundation
Call Nita May at 903-434-8113 for more information or to give!
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New Concession & Box Office Areas Charlie & Helen Hampton conversation corner
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The Whatley Guild
Did You Know...
The Whatley Guild is a group of people who provide volunteer support for Whatley Center events.
Some of the ways you can assist are listed below.
• Volunteer as an usher or greeter• Help provide hospitality for artists• Assist with concessions at intermission• Work with artists as they meet patrons and sell their merchandise
• Keep in touch with members by phone or e-mail to organize events• Promote the Whatley Center in your community• Help with box office at will-call
Guild membership is $25 per person annually from Sept. 1 – Aug. 31.
A gift of just $500 names an auditorium chair?
Includes a plaque on the chair with a name of your choice. Chairs may
be named in memory or honor of a friend
or loved one.
Call Nita May at 903-434-8113 to learn more!
Theatre Northeast
Music Northeast
2013-2014 Theatre Northeast Schedule
Watch for show titles
at a later date!
Pictured is the cast of the recent production, Crimes of the Heart
Please check ntcc.edu/whatley for scheduled events
Theatre Northeast [email protected]
Doug Hoppock
Instructor of [email protected]
Andrew Daniel
Theatre Northeast is the stu-dent theatre group at NTCC.
They are well-known throughout the area for their outstanding per-formances. Many alumni from this group have gone on to pursue successful careers in the perform-ing arts.
Music Northeast offers profes-sional music training for stu-
dents at all levels of ability. From private lessons to ensembles, stu-dents have the opportunity to ex-plore their musical horizons with both instruments and voice. Con-certs and recitals are held periodi-cally throughout the year.
• Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. & Nov. 3, 2:05 p.m.• Children’s Play: Dec. 6-7, 7:30 p.m. & Dec. 8, 2:05 p.m.
• Feb. 27-March 1, 7:30 p.m. & March 2, 2:05 p.m.• April 24-26, 7:30 p.m. & April 27, 2:05 p.m.
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Fine Arts Department2013-2014 Art Exhibits and Receptions
Monday, Aug. 26 - Friday, Sept. 13 .........Not Just a Fiddle: Skinny Trammell Featuring handcrafted instruments by local artisan Skinny Trammell Artist Reception - Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer Gallery Closed Monday, Sept. 2 (Labor Day)
Monday, Sept. 23 – Friday, Oct. 18 .................... Paintings, Pots & Photographs Featuring the work of local and regional artists. Artist Reception –Thursday, Sept. 26, 2:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer
Monday, Nov. 4 - Friday, Nov. 29 ..... NTCC Art Faculty & Student Art Show Gallery Closed November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
Monday, Feb. 3 - Friday, March 7 ............................................... Exhibit TBA
March 10-14 ................................................ Gallery Closed for Spring Break
Saturday, March 22 – Friday, April 4 .. Mt. Pleasant Art Society Member Show Reception - Saturday, March 22, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer
Monday, April 14 – Thursday, April 24 ..... Annual NTCC Student Art Show Reception - Tuesday, April 22, 2:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer
Division Director forCreative & Performing Arts
Dr. Kim Wommack
Skinny Trammell
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2013-2014 Memberships
Executive Producer ....................... $1,500Four reserved seats to ALL eight performances offered this season (Whatley Entertainment Series [4], Whatley Special events [3], NTCC Foundation event [1]), reserved parking, four reservations to summer social, four passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.
Producer ..................................... $1,000Four reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus four reserved seats to the Whatley Special Events [3], four reservations to summer social, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.
Director ..........................................$750Four reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus four reserved seats to one Whatley Special Event of your choice, two reservations to summer social, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.
Actor ............................................. $500Two reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus two reserved seats to one Whatley Special Event of your choice, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.
Patron ............................................$250Two reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus two pass-es to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.
Friend of the WhatleyEnjoy the benefits of becoming a
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Membership Renewals Due by Monday, Aug. 12New Member Subscriptions Begin Tuesday, Aug. 13
Single Ticket Sales Begin Monday, Aug. 19
Membership Packages(See package descriptions on pg. 15)Executive Producer $1500 $_______Producer $1000 $_______Director Please Check 1 Whatley Special Event Below $750 $_______Actor Please Check 1 Whatley Special Event Below $500 $_______Patron $250 $_______
Whatley Entertainment Series Single Ticket Price (Sales Begin Aug. 19)Bronx Wanderers 10/12/13 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Broadway Tenors 11/9/13 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Boston Brass 12/12/13 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Sweet Charity 3/22/14 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______ Whatley Special Events
Dr. Ron Clinton 9/15/13 $10 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $5 Student x ____ tickets = _______Larry Gatlin 4/5/14 $75 Rows A-B x ____ tickets = _______ $35 Rows C-O x ____ tickets = _______
NTCC Foundation Events
Sinbad 1/24/14 $50 Rows A-B x ____ tickets = _______ $35 Rows C-K x ____ tickets = _______ $30 Rows L-0 x ____ tickets = _______
Whatley Guild Membership(s) $25/each x ____ members $_____
Order processing/postage fee $ 2.00
TOTAL $___________________
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Whatley Center Seating
To reserve your same seats as last season, please return before the August 12, 2013 deadline.
Whatley Box Office: 903-434-8181 • Fax number: 903-434-4419PO Box 1307, Mt. Pleasant, TX 75456-1307
Website: www.ntcc.edu/whatley • E-mail: [email protected]: M-Th 9-4, F 9-12 and 1½ hours before shows
We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. There is a $2 handling fee for mailing tickets. All sales are final. We offer group discounts to most perfor-mances for organizations bringing groups of ten or more.
We have wheelchair accessible seating. We have added more temporary handi-capped parking spaces in the circle for events, and remember you can drop off passengers in the circle before you park!
Babes-in-arms and children under 4 are not admitted to Entertainment Series and Special Events.
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