THE ARTIST SERIES PRESENTS LES BALLETS TROCKADERO de MONTE CARLO

TUESDAY, JANUARY 31st
TIMES-UNION CENTER – MORAN THEATER

JACKSONVILLE, FL – Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, or the Trocks as they are lovingly referred to by their fans, have become an international phenomenon!  The all-male cast of burly ballerinas performs a wide range of ballet and modern dance styles.  With their impeccable technical skill as well as side splitting comedic timing, this performance is sure to have you rolling in the aisles with laughter!
The Trocks perform at Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center on Tuesday, January 31st at 7:30PM.

Founded in 1974 by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form and en travesti, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo has established itself over the years as a major dance phenomenon throughout the world, appearing in over 30 countries and over 500 cities worldwide.

The original concept of the show has not changed since 1974; it is a company of professional male dancers performing the full range of the ballet and modern dance repertoire.  The comedy is achieved by incorporating and exaggerating the foibles, accidents, and underlying incongruities of serious dance.  The fact that men dance all the parts – heavy bodies delicately balancing on toes as swans, sylphs, water sprites, romantic princesses, or angst-ridden Victorian ladies – enhances, rather than mocks,

the spirit of dance as an art form, amusing the most knowledgeable, as well as novices, in the audiences.

Tickets start at $35.00 and can be purchased at www.artistseriesjax.org or The Artist Series Box Office at (904) 632-3373.  Discounts are available for groups of 10+ by calling (904) 632-3228 or groupsales@fscj.edu.

For more information on the show, visit http://www.trockadero.org/.


To order by phone with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover call

The Artist Series Box Office at

(904) 632-3373

(toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY)

Tickets are also available online with Instant Seat Selection by visiting the

The Artist Series’ website: www.artistseriesjax.org

Monty Python’s SPAMALOT

THE ARTIST SERIES PRESENTS
 









THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16th at 7:30PM
TIMES-UNION CENTER – MORAN THEATER

JACKSONVILLE, FL – Back to taunt Jacksonville for a second time,  The Tony Award-winning Best Musical of 2005, Monty Python's Spamalot, will return to the fair city of Jacksonville for one night only on Thursday, February 16th at 7:30PM at the Times-Union Center’s Moran Theater.

Lovingly "ripped-off" from the internationally famous comedy team's most popular motion picture, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Monty Python's Spamalot is the winner of three 2005 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Director (Mike Nichols), as well as the Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards for Best Musical.

The original cast recording of Monty Python’s Spamalot recently won the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.

Based on the Tony Award-winning direction of Mike Nichols and the riotous choreography of Casey Nicholaw, Monty Python's Spamalot features a book by Eric Idle, based on the screenplay of Monty Python and the Holy Grail by Monty Python creators Graham Chapman, John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones and Michael Palin, with music and lyrics by the Grammy Award-winning team of Mr. Idle and John Du Prez.

Telling the legendary tale of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, and their quest for the Holy Grail, Monty Python's Spamalot features a chorus line of dancing divas and knights, flatulent Frenchmen, killer rabbits and one legless knight.  Monty Python's Spamalot is produced by Stephen B. Kane, Michael McFadden and Phoenix Entertainment.  

Mike Nichols has been acclaimed as one of the great American directors in film, theater and television.  He has won the Academy Award and eight Tony Awards.  He recently received the Directors' Guild of America Award for Lifetime Achievement as well as a DGA Award for the direction of the HBO adaptation of Angels in America.

Casey Nicholaw’s outstanding work on Monty Python’s Spamalot earned him nominations for the Tony Award, the Outer Critics Circle Award and the Drama Desk Award.  He followed up Monty Python’s Spamalot with another smash hit Broadway musical, The Drowsy Chaperone for which he earned numerous nominations as director and choreographer.

Aside from his work with Monty Python in films and on TV, Eric Idle has written a West End play, Pass the Butler; three novels, including The Road to Mars, The Rutles - A Mockumentary; and many songs too rude to mention.  He has sung opera, acted in movies, appeared on television and crossed America performing comedy on The Greedy Bastard Tour. His diary of his 15,000 mile journey by bus was recently published by Harper Collins, and his long awaited sequel The Rutles2: Can't Buy Me Lunch was released by Warner Video in March.  There's no saying what he might do next...

John Du Prez has composed over 20 feature film scores including A Fish Called Wanda, A Private Function, The Meaning of Life, Personal Services, UHF, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles I, II & III. He has worked with Eric Idle since 1978.

Monty Python isn't a person, but a group of British actors and writers (and one American) that performed their famous comedy show Monty Python's Flying Circus on the BBC from 1969 to 1974, with subsequent international fame and success.

Tickets for Spamalot start at $46.50 and can be purchased at www.artistseriesjax.org or The Artist Series Box Office at (904) 632-3373.  Discounts are available for groups of 10+ by calling (904) 632-3228 or groupsales@fscj.edu.

For more information on the show, visit www.MontyPythonsSpamalot.com.

To order by phone with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover call
The Artist Series Box Office at
(904) 632-3373
(toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY)

Tickets are also available online with Instant Seat Selection by visiting the
The Artist Series’ website: www.artistseriesjax.org

NEW YEAR, NEW LOOK FOR JAXEVENTS.COM SMG JACKSONVILLE LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE WEBSITE DESIGN

 Have you visited www.JaxEvents.com recently? We’re starting the New Year with a brand NEW look. Our website, managed by SMG Jacksonville, has undergone a major transformation to ease navigation and provide more detailed information regarding events held at SMG managed facilities in Jacksonville. These venues include the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, the Jacksonville Equestrian Center, EverBank Field, and the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville.

“We collaborated with the directors of each of our Jacksonville facilities to find out more about their specific patron needs and then enlisted the help of the Dalton Agency to make our vision and our design a reality. We’re proud of the finished product, it’s attractive, functional and easy to navigate,” says Robin Timothy, Assistant General Manager & Director of Marketing for SMG Jacksonville.

Sarah Bartlo, SMG Director at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts is the project manager for the website design and launch. Bartlo adds, “We logged countless hours designing the site to fit the needs of our customers. We have to keep up with the times and over the past few years demand for information and instant service online has greatly increased. JaxEvents.com offers more information than ever before along with direct links to purchase event tickets and to reach booking contacts. Plus we have provided a primary, one-stop email address to contact our staff for any questions our patrons might have.”

Log on to www.JaxEvents.com to see our new and improved site. Be sure to click the link on the top right corner to sign up for our JaxEvents weekly newsletter. The newsletter is your ticket to receive concert announcements, exclusive presale offers and event related news.

Follow JaxEvents on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/JaxEvents and on Twitter @JaxEvents.

STREET MUSE PROJECT: A DOCUMENTARY PROJECT EXPLORING THE CULTURE OF STREET AND PUBLIC MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE WORLD FEATURING GULL

The Street Muse Project has launched a Kickstarter for their latest endeavor which seeks to document street performances in Africa.  Says Len Albright, urban sociologist and half of the team behind the project, "We see music as a way for people to form an emotional bond with another person. We see this emotional bond at the heart of cross-cultural learning and compassion. The history, politics, and humanitarian crises of many East and West African nations are very complex and challenging.  Through the sharing of music and musicians' stories, the Street Muse Project will offer all who participate a way to form an emotional bond and starting point for learning and engagement. The stories and music of individuals can lead us all to broader themes of humanity.  We see value in the power of music to inspire learning."

His collaborator on the project is dynamic multi-instrumentalist Gull (Nate Rappole).  Over the past 5 years he has been performing as a street musician across the United States and Mexico and is known for the percussion project that involves the simultaneous playing of the drums and guitar.  In the Spring of 2011, Nate was joined on a tour of the American South by Len Albright, who had recently completed a PhD in urban sociology. They discussed the possibility of interviewing musicians on the streets in other parts of the world and how the sharing of this could open pathways for creative politics and experiences across the globe.  The Street Muse Project was born.

You can learn more about the project, watch Gull in action, and donate at the Street Muse Project Kickstarter.  Gull will also be performing a special "virtual busking" countdown at iconic New York City spots in the hours leading up to the end of the Kickstarter campaign this Friday and Saturday.  Keep track of him and watch him play via his Facebook page.

PARAMOUNT AND CIRQUE DU SOLEIL TO PARTNER ON "CIRQUE DU SOLEIL WORLDS AWAY", WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY ANDREW ADAMSON, AND PRESENTED BY JAMES CAMERON

Studio to Release the 3D Event Film, Worldwide in 2012

Paramount Pictures and Cirque du Soleiljointly announced today that the studio has acquired worldwide distribution rights to the Cirque du Soleil 3D feature film entitled "Cirque du Soleil Worlds

Away". Written and directed by Andrew Adamson ("Shrek," "The Chronicles of

Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe"), and executive produced by

Academy Award ® winning filmmaker James Cameron, the 3D film event features

artistic and acrobatic performances from some of the most elaborate Cirque du

Soleil productions.The film was produced by Adamson, Aron Warner, Cirque¹s Martin Bolduc and Ed

Jones and Cary Granat. Vince Pace oversaw the 3D stereo production aspect of the

film.

A number of production companies collaborated to bring the film to life.

In addition to Cirque, Warner and Adamson¹s Strange Weather Productions, Reel FX

and Cameron Pace Group all contributed to this groundbreaking production.

"The coupling of filmmaker James Cameron¹s groundbreaking 3D visual

accomplishments and Andrew Adamson¹s beautiful direction, combined with a

timeless original story written especially for this movie, will make for a truly

amazing moviegoeing experience for audiences of all ages " said Rob Moore, Vice

Chairman of Paramount Pictures.

Said Jacques Méthé, Executive Producer, General Manager, Images, Events,

Lifestyle of Cirque du Soleil, ³This 3D event brings the spectator beyond what

they could see at a show, it takes them on the stage. This unique point of view

allows the audience to discover the artistic details of our productions and

reveal the human spirit that our artists bring to the audience in their

performances. Jim and Andrew have masterfully captured what a Cirque du Soleil

3D experience could offer and Paramount will present it to the world.

About Paramount Pictures Corporation

Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of

filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), a leading content

company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment

brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in

filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation,

Paramount Vantage, Paramount Classics, Insurge Pictures, MTV Films, and

Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Famous Productions,

Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount

Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

About Cirque du Soleil

From the 20 or so performers the company featured when it all began in 1984,

Quebec-based Cirque du Soleil has become a leading provider of quality

entertainment with 5,000 employees, including more than 1,300 artists who hail

from some 50 different countries.  Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and

delight to over 100 million spectators in nearly 300 cities on six continents.

For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit  www.cirquedusoleil.com

AMERICAN VOICES NOW ACCEPTING ENSEMBLE APPLICATIONS TO TOUR WITH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE’S AMERICAN MUSIC ABROAD

Who/What:

American Voices, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, is now accepting ensemble applications for the American Music Abroad 2012-2013 touring season. 

To represent the full spectrum of the American musical landscape, musical ensembles from across the United States that specialize in Hip Hop, Rock & Roll, Jazz, Country, and other American roots music including but not limited to Native American, Latin, Afro-Caribbean, Blues, Bluegrass, Cajun, Gospel and Zydeco are invited to apply for this international exchange program.  TheAmerican Music Abroad program offers the opportunity to conduct musical exchange tours abroad, particularly to countries not often visited by American musicians, to foster cross-cultural engagement and understanding.

When:

January 16, 2012: Application deadline 5pm PST

January 27, 2012:  Announcement of up to 40 ensembles invited to live auditions.

Mid-February, 2012: Live Auditions. 

Spring/Summer 2012: Announcement of 2012-13 American Music Abroad finalists.

Where:

More information and applications for the 2012-2013 tours are available at www.exchanges.state.gov and www.americanvoices.org/ama

Musicians inquiring about applications can call 314-732-1323, email: ama@americanvoices.org or skype: americanmusicabroad

Background:

American Music Abroad engages with people across the world through music.  Working in partnership, American Voices and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs will produce a series of month-long, multi-country cultural exchange programs for approximately 10 ensembles drawn from a wide variety of American musical genres.  

Through public concerts, interactive performances with local musicians, lectures and workshops, the American Music Abroad program builds on Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton’s vision of “smart power” diplomacy, which embraces the full range of diplomatic tools – in this case music – to bring people together and foster greater understanding.

RINGLING BROS. AND BARNUM & BAILEY® CIRCUS PRESENTS DRAGONS IS COMING TO JACKSONVILLE JANUARY 19-22, 2012 DRAGONS is a Once in a Millennium Event Celebrating The Year of The Dragon!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey^® Presents DRAGONS is a once in a millennium event that honors The Year of the Dragon. Circus performers from the farthest reaches of the earth have assembled for Ringling Bros. Presents DRAGONS to showcase their astounding acts of bravery and astonishing athleticism. Ringling Bros.^® Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson presides over this fantastical celebratory tournament of circus champions that brings together mystic dragon lore with authentic circus feats. 

DRAGONS is a never-before-seen blend of renowned spiritual and real life legends and is coming January 19-22 to the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.

The anticipation builds throughout Ringling Bros. Presents DRAGONS as Children Of All Ages bear witness to one phenomenal Ringling Bros. circus act after another, from Shaolin Kung Fu Warriors, charging Cossack riders, magnificent Asian elephants and fierce tigers to the frenzied Globe of Steel. As the audience observes these and even more real world displays that pay tribute to the dragon, their continued excitement will bring glimpses of the elusive beast. But, the big question remains; what will it take to lure a true dragon from its golden lair?

Ringling Bros. Presents DRAGONS opens an hour before show time with the All Access Pre-show available and FREE to all ticket holders.

For more information, visit www.Ringling.com or visit us on Facebook.

Performance Schedule:

Thursday, January 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, January 20 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 21 at 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, January 22 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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Ticket Prices and Purchase:

Tickets are $69 (Circus Celebrity), $45 (Front Row), $35 (VIP), $25 (Upper Level)  and $15 (Lower Level). Ticketmaster service charges and facility fees not included.  All seats are reserved, and tickets go on sale November 25 at 10:00 a.m.  Tickets are available at www.ringling.com or www.ticketmaster.com, at any Ticketmaster outlet, by calling 800-745-3000, or at the Jacksonville Memorial Arena  box office (phone: 904-630-3900). For group ticket sales and information, call 866-248-8740. 

WICKED ANNOUNCES LOTTERY FOR $25 SEATS

PERFORMANCES ARE GOING ON NOW AT TIMES-UNION CENTER – MORAN THEATER


WICKED PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
JANUARY 4 - 22, 2012


Wednesday, January 4, 7:30pm
Thursday, January 5, 1:30pm & 7:30pm
Friday, January 6, 8:00pm
Saturday, January 7, 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday, January 8, 1:30pm & 7:00pm
Tuesday, January 10, 7:30pm
Wednesday, January 11, 7:30pm
Thursday, January 12, 7:30pm
Friday, January 13, 8:00pm
Saturday, January 14, 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday, January 15, 1:30pm & 7:00pm
Tuesday, January 17, 7:30pm
Wednesday, January 18, 7:30pm
Thursday, January 19, 7:30pm
Friday, January 20, 8:00pm
Saturday, January 21, 2:00pm & 8:00pm
Sunday, January 22, 1:30pm & 7:00pm


JACKSONVILLE, FL:  A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held daily for WICKED, which will be performing from Wednesday, January 4th – Sunday, January 22nd at the Times-Union Center – Moran Theater at 300 West Water Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202.  Each day, 2½ hours prior to show time, people who present themselves at the Times-Union Center box office, will have their names placed in a lottery drum and then thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each (inclusive of all fees), cash only.  This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person.  Winner must be present with photo ID to buy tickets.

Parking is available at the Enterprise Parking Garage, adjacent to the Omni Hotel, for an hourly rate or by metered street parking (if available).

WICKED, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin, Disney’s Enchanted, Academy Award®  winner for Pocahontas and The Prince of Egypt) and book by Winnie Holzman (“My So Called Life,” “Once And Again” and “thirtysomething”), is based on the 1995 best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire.  The musical is directed by two-time Tony®  Award winner Joe Mantello (Take Me Out, Love! Valour! Compassion!, The Vagina Monologues) and features musical staging by Tony®  Award winner Wayne Cilento (Aida, The Who’s Tommy, How To Succeed…).  WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz, is produced by Marc Platt, Universal Pictures, The Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.

Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One – born with emerald green skin – is smart, fiery and misunderstood.  The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular.  WICKED tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.

WICKED features set design by Tony®  Award winning Eugene Lee (Ragtime, Show Boat, Candide, Sweeney Todd), costume design by Tony®  winner Susan Hilferty (Spring Awakening, Into the Woods, Assassins), lighting design by Tony®  nominee Kenneth Posner (Tony®  Award winner for The Coast of Utopia, Hairspray) and sound design by Tony Meola (The Lion King).  Stephen Oremus is the show’s music director.  Orchestrations are by William David Brohn, with dance arrangements by James Lynn Abbott.

WICKED has “cast quite a spell” (Washington Post) throughout North America, breaking box office records in every city that it has played, including Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Philadelphia and Boston to name a few.

Called “a cultural phenomenon” by Variety, WICKED continues to thrill audiences around the world. There are currently seven productions of WICKED worldwide: New York; London; Japan; Holland; Australian/Asian Tour; and two concurrent North American National Tours.

WICKED begins performances on Wednesday, January 4th and runs through Sunday, January 22nd for 24 performances only!  Good seats are still available for all performances.  Tickets for WICKED begin at $31.00 plus service and convenience charges where applicable.  Tickets are available at The Artist Series Box Office at (904)-632-3373 or online at www.artistseriesjax.org.  For groups of 15 or more, call (904) 632-3228 or email groupsales@fscj.edu.  VIP seats are also available for select performances.  Performance schedule, prices and cast are subject to change without notice. For more information, please visit www.artistseriesjax.org.

To order by phone with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover call
The Artist Series Box Office at
(904) 632-3373
(toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY)

Tickets are also available online with Instant Seat Selection by visiting the
The Artist Series’ website: www.artistseriesjax.org

Celebrate Art 2012 the Cultural Center at Ponte Vedra Beach is hosting an exhibition showcasing the diverse talents of the artist members.

Five works by Gordon Meggison were selected for inclusion of this show.   Join us Friday, January 6, 2012 6:30pm- 8:00pm 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl, 32082 www.ccpvb.org (904) 280-0614

A panel from the triptych  Acrylic canvas painting titled "Talbot in Blues and Golds", one of the five paintings in the Celebrate Art 2012 Show. Happy New Year from Gordon Meggison The driftwood theme I've been exploring lately has been an appropriate metaphor to me for  beauty caused by the weathering of the storms of life.  I'd love to see you Jan 6, 6:30 - 8 pm at the Cultural Center of Ponte Vedra Beach, Fl. I promised my watercolor and oil students a schedule of the upcoiming classes at Reddi Arts and JCA. so I'll post the schedule on my blog atwww.gordonmeggison.blogspot.com. ; Hope I will see you there this year! Happy New Year Quick Links  www.gordonmeggison.com www.freehandstudios.com www.gordonmeggison.blogspot.com

World-Famous Entertainment and Fine Art Photographer JEREMY SAFFER and Noisecreep.com Post Jeremy’s Top 10 Favorite Shots of 2011!

World-Famous professional entertainment and fine art photographer JEREMY SAFFER and Noisecreep.com have posted Jeremy’s top 10 favorite shots of 2011! You can view the entire list and the shots here. Noisecreep.com is also running a contest where fans can enter to win killer swag from Jeremy’s photo work. To enter, head to Twitter and send @noisecreep and @jeremysaffer a tweet telling them which of the photos in Jeremy's top 10 list was your favorite and why. The prize list is below. Make sure you include the #saffer hashtag when you enter. Noisecreep will pick the most creative entry and Jeremy Saffer will announce the winners on Fri, Dec. 30 on his Twitter account.

One grand prize winner: 'Top 10 Photos of 2011' mini-print collection
Second place: 4 prints from Saffer's collection
Three runner-ups: 2 prints from Saffer's collection

Jeremy recently teamed up with Chris Motionless (Motionless in White) to release a new calendar of some of their photography over the last two years. Make sure to keep a look out– this is a perfect holiday gift for any metal fan! Also check out more information now on Jeremy’s upcoming ‘Capturing Music’ photo seminar taking place in January! You can learn more about the seminar here.

You can visit Jeremy’s new website now atwww.jeremysaffer.com. The website features new, full screen images, a new navigation operation, and much more.

Saffer began making the rounds within the magazine world, publishing his work on the covers of such varied publications as Metal Maniacs, AMP and Outburn. Saffer has blazed his own trail, working with artists and models from all across the musical spectrum. From My Chemical Romance, Jeffree Star, and A Day to Remember, to Megadeth, The Misfits, Alice Cooper and Hatebreed, all have spent time behind Jeremy’s watchful eye and steady hand at one point or another. Jeremy establishes relationships with his subjects; he has earned the trust and respect of his peers via his attention to detail, and an unerring work ethic which can only result from years of hard work.

Recent years have seen a flurry of activity from the Western Massachusetts native, whether it’s organizing his own seminars and workshops, or releasing his acclaimed Bring the Noisecollection of band photography, or his recently debuted collection of Corpse Painted Nude photography.

One thing is certain: whatever does wait for JEREMY SAFFER out there in the shadows…odds are pretty good that he’s going to shoot it.

www.jeremysaffer.com

CELTIC WOMAN: BELIEVE

THE ARTIST SERIES PRESENTS
CELTIC WOMAN: BELIEVE
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15th
TIMES-UNION CENTER – MORAN THEATER

JACKSONVILLE, FL – Global music phenomenon Celtic Woman will perform at Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center on Wednesday, February 15th at 7:30PM.

Celtic Woman’s breathtaking new show, BELIEVE, features the all-female singing sensation performing classic Irish tunes, such as ‘The Water Is Wide,’ ‘Green Grow the Rushes,’ ‘A Woman’s Heart,’ and ‘The Parting Glass,’ timeless pop anthems such as ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’ and ‘Sailing,’ and inspirational songs including ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ and ‘Ave Maria,’ with their signature Celtic Woman twist, under the distinct musical direction of Emmy-nominated music producer, David Downes.  Celtic Woman’s awe-inspiring vocalists and mesmerizing violinist will be backed by a dazzling six-piece band, the Aontas Choir, and renowned championship Irish dancer.

Since their March 2005 American debut on Public Television, Celtic Woman quickly emerged as a spectacular commercial success, selling more than six million CDs/DVDs and over two million concert tickets worldwide.  Their signature sound has emerged as a transcendent force, and their spectacular live shows embody a radiance and purity that connects powerfully with their adoring fan base.  Celtic Woman’s all-new production, BELIEVE, marks the pinnacle of their illustrious career, a celebration of musical enchantment to be enjoyed by the entire family!

Tickets start at $46.00.  Discounts are available for groups of 10+ by calling (904) 632-3228 or groupsales@fscj.edu.

Celtic Woman’s newest studio CD and companion DVD, BELIEVE, will be available in stores January 24th through Manhattan Records.  For complete tour schedule and ticket information, visit www.celticwoman.com.


To order by phone with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover call

The Artist Series Box Office at

(904) 632-3373

(toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY)


Tickets are also available online with Instant Seat Selection by visiting the

The Artist Series’ website: www.artistseriesjax.org

ELVIS LIVES

THE ARTIST SERIES PRESENTS
“The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Event”


SATURDAY, JANUARY 28th


TIMES-UNION CENTER – MORAN THEATER

JACKSONVILLE, FL – ELVIS LIVES “The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Event” is an unforgettable multi-media and live musical journey across Elvis’ life.  His iconic style, embraced by many of today’s artists, continues to intrigue audiences of all generations.  Featuring finalists from Elvis Presley Enterprises’ worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, as well as a tribute to Ann-Margret, audiences “Can’t Help Falling In Love”® with this phenomenal theatrical concert experience!

ELVIS LIVES comes to Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center – Moran Theater on Saturday, January 28th at 8:00PM.

Capitalizing on the rave reviews of its initial debut as “The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Tour” in 2010, the touring production has been enhanced to capture the imaginations and interests of all types of fans including Broadway, concert and Elvis aficionados.  The nationwide tour kicks off in Morganton, N.C., on January 14.

Cast members include Bill Cherry, Ben Klein, Kevin Mills and Victor Trevino, Jr., each representing Elvis during different stages in his career.  The Elvis tribute artists will be joined by a live band, back-up singers, dancers, along with an Ann-Margret tribute artist, as well as iconic imagery made available from the Graceland archives. 

“The production showcases each performer portraying Elvis in one of four eras: the 1950s, 1960s, his movie career and his concert years, so it is the complete musical package,” said Brian Brigner, Chief Operating Officer of On Stage Touring, the tour’s producers.  Additional information about the Elvis Lives tour may be found at: http://www.elvislivestour.com

Tickets for the Jacksonville show start at $31.00. Discounts are available for groups of 10+ by calling (904) 632-3228 or groupsales@fscj.edu.

To order by phone with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover call
The Artist Series Box Office at
(904) 632-3373
(toll-free outside of Jacksonville 1-888-860-BWAY)

Tickets are also available online with Instant Seat Selection by visiting the

The Artist Series’ website: www.artistseriesjax.org