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2008-2009 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June July, 2008
July 11,12,18,19 – The Young Troupe at Strauss Theatre Center presents Blather, Barney & Balderdash, a delightfully funny Irish Folktale where a trio of wild and crazy leprechauns assists a faltering shepherd, Fin O'Grady, to learn to tell a story and win the hand of his one true love. In the end, the timid Fin discovers that a story is a treasure that increases the more you share it. This uplifting comedy combines clever dialogue with slapstick humor and everyone shines. For more information call (318) 323-0474 July 14-25 - Twin City Ballet Company and the University of Louisiana at Monroe School of Visual and Performing Arts will host the Intensive Summer Dance Workshop. A comprehensive, structured training program is designed for the serious student. Classes are held at ULM and Lavender School of Dance in Monroe.
July 31 - August 3 - Opening on Broadway on September 22, 1964 at the Imperial Theatre, Fiddler on the Roof, ran for a record-setting total of 3,242 performances and has become one of the best-loved classics of the American musical theatre. Join the Princess Players as they take you to the small Jewish village of Anatevka, Russia, in 1905 where Tevye, a dairyman, his wife, Golde, and their five daughters try to cope with their harsh existence under Tsarist rule. 7:00 P.M., Winnsboro. For information call (318) 435-6299 or visit out website www.princesstheatreinc.com 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June August, 2008
August 17 – September 10 - Highlights from the Permanent Collection - The Masur Museum of Art boasts a collection of 278 artworks. This exhibition will present highlights from this impressive collection, including the unveiling of 20 recently reframed paintings, prints, and photographs. Artists featured in this exhibit include Thomas Hart Benton, Marc Chagall, Salvador Dali, Alexander Drysdale, Philip Guston, Robert Motherwell, and Pablo Picasso among others. Events in conjunction with this exhibition include a member’s reception on August 16 from 6 – 8 p.m. For more information please call the museum at (318) 329-2237. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June September, 2008 September 11-13;18-21;25-28 - The longest running show in New York theatre history, and the longest running musical in the world, The Fantasticks celebrates love: first love, lost love and ultimately true love. This sassy, funny show boasts the beloved song “Try To Remember” and features young lovers, quarreling dads, two stooges, a troubadour, and adventures galore. Strauss Theatre Center Main Stage. Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M.. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com.
September 17,19,20,23,25,27 – The Young Troupe at Strauss Theatre Center presents “Camelot,” one of the time-honored classics of the musical theatre. For more information call (318) 323-0474 September 20 – An Evening of Comedy and Magic with Glenn Strange at the Princess Theatre will be a comical experience during which you will laugh and discover the hidden humor in everyday life. Don’t miss this opportunity to laugh and be inspired. For information call (318) 435-6299 or visit out website www.princesstheatreinc.com September 21 - November 9 - German Expressionism: The Gus Kopriva Collection - Gus Kopriva is owner of The Rosebud Gallery in Houston, Texas and an avid collector of German Expressionism. The prints in this exhibition include work by internationally renowned artists Max Beckman, Otto Dix, Wassily Kandinsky, Ernst Kirchner, Paul Klee, Käthe Kollwitz, Emile Nolde, and Edvard Munch. Events in conjunction with this exhibition include a member’s reception on September 20 from 6 – 8 p.m. with Kopriva’s gallery talk at 5:30, and a presentation on German Expressionism with Camille Jungman on October 1 at 6:00 p.m. For more information please call the Masur Museum of Art at (318) 329-2237. September 28 – Louisiana Delta Ballet’s Ballet, Boots & Bar-B-Que fundraiser at one of Monroe’s most beautiful Bayou DeSiard homes. Call 345-1155 for ticket information. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June October, 2008 October 15 - African-American storyteller Thelma Harrison from Shreveport, Louisiana will present a program featuring African folk tales, multicultural tales, and her own personal stories relating to family and experiences growing up in the piney woods around Caddo Lake. Thelma spins tales for everyone. She makes you remember that storytelling is a craft to be savored by young and old alike. Jackson Parish Library, 614 South Polk Avenue, Jonesboro, 2:00 P.M. No admission. All ages. Call 318-259-5697 for more information or go to www.jackson.lib.la.us October 18 - Houston Ballet II opens the 2008-09 season of Twin City Ballet Company. Under the direction of world renowned Stanton Welch, Houston Ballet II’s repertoire includes both classical and contemporary works which showcase the remarkable talent of this exciting company. As stated in Playbill Arts, “People search them out - like the Ivy League of the dance world.” Jack Howard Theatre, 7:30 P.M. For more information call (318) 388-3011 or visit our website - www.twincityballet.com October 23-25;31; November 1,2;6-9 - Set in 1962, Jackie Kennedy has just completed White House renovations and invites Eleanor, Bess, Mamie, Lady Bird and Pat for their approval. As each campaigns for their own viewpoint in Ladies First, we discover how touching, difficult and even funny it can be to hold the highest unpaid job in America. Strauss Theatre Center Main Stage. Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com. October 25 & 26 - The Northeast Louisiana Celtic Festival seeks to promote and preserve the rich Celtic heritage of Northeast Louisiana. In addition to the festival’s regional highlights, visitors will enjoy performances by some of the world’s most renowned Celtic musicians and storytellers; workshops on Celtic language, instruments and history; a dance stage and children’s stage; Highland games; Celtic wares and exhibitors; food and beverage, and much, much more! Ike Hamilton Expo Center, West Monroe. For more information visit us at www.nelacelticfest.net
October 29,31; November 1,3,6,8 - Just in time for Halloween, The Young Troupe at Strauss Theatre Center presents Dracula. For more information call (318) 323-0474 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June November, 2008 November 8 - The Monroe Symphony Orchestra welcomes Italian flutist Mario Carbotta to open the 2008-2009 season in a program including Mozart’s beautiful Concerto No. 1 for Flute and Orchestra in G Major and Symphony No. 1 in D Major by Schubert. 7:00 P.M.., First Assembly of God, West Monroe For more information call 318-812-6761 or visit our website www.bayou.com/symphony. November 22 - The timeless fairy-tale Cinderella will be brought to life by Louisiana Delta Ballet. Accompanied by the Monroe Symphony Orchestra, this is a family affair that you don’t want to miss. Monroe Civic Center’s Jack Howard Theater, 7:30 P.M. Call 345-1155 for ticket information. November 23 – January 18 - John Scott Retrospective - New Orleans artist John Scott worked in a variety of media, although he is widely known for his metal sculpture, including smaller works and monumental public works. This exhibition offers a glimpse into his vast catalogue by presenting an assortment of his sculpture, painting, and wood block prints. This wonderful collection of work is on loan to the Masur Museum of Art from the Arthur Roger Gallery in New Orleans. Events in conjunction with this exhibition include a member’s reception on December 6 from 6 – 8 p.m. For more information please call the museum at (318) 329-2237. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June December, 2008 December 3,5,6,9,11,13 - “In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived twelve little girls in two straight lines." So begins this delightful story of Madeline's Christmas! The day begins like any other day. Miss Clavel takes the twelve little girls on their morning walk. They go to the zoo and then back to school for their French history lesson. Suddenly disaster strikes when everyone gets the flu! Everyone that is, except for the ever-resilient Madeline. See what happens at The Young Troupe at Strauss Theatre Center. For more information call (318) 323-0474. December 6 - Twin City Ballet Company will usher in the holiday season with Scrooge - A Christmas Carol. This delightful story is an adaptation of the Charles Dickens’ classic and will entertain all ages with new choreography, sets and costumes. The evening will also showcase the Twin City Ballet Dancers in new pieces that will reflect their Passion for Dance. 7:30 P.M., Jack Howard Theatre. For more information call 318-388-3011 or visit our website www.twincityballet.com December 6 – The Princess Theatre’s annual Holiday Concert, featuring area favorites performing songs of the season designed to put you in the holiday mood. 6:00 P.M. Winnsboro. For information call (318) 435-6299 or visit out website www.princesstheatreinc.com December 5 – Stroll through Santa’s Christmas Village at 12 Days of Christmas, The Children’s Museum’s gala fundraiser. Welcome the season to the Twin Cities with some Christmas “cheer.” For more information call 318-361-9611 or visit us at www.nelcm.org December 6-21 –– Santa’s Christmas Village –– Fun for the entire! Make an ornament . . . write a letter to Santa . . . visit with our reindeer . . . listen to stories by Mrs. Claus . . . stroll through the snow . . . all at The Children’s Museum. Tuesday-Friday: 5:00 P.M. –– 8:00 P.M.; Saturday: 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.; Sunday: 1:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. For more information call 318-361-9611 or visit us at www.nelcm.org
December 4,5,7,11,12,14 - America’s favorite cartoon strip Peanuts comes to life in an updated version of Charles Shultz’s classic, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Come join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Sally, Schroeder and Snoopy for a day of school, recess, baseball, glee club and friendship. Thoroughly entertaining & endearing, this is the perfect holiday outing for the whole family. (Not included in season membership) Strauss Theatre Center Main Stage. Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M.. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com. December 6 - The sounds of the season will fill the West Monroe Convention Center as the Monroe Symphony Orchestra and the Monroe Symphony Chorus join together to present an afternoon of well-known holiday classics. 4:00 P.M. For more information call 318-812-6761 or visit our website www.bayou.com/symphony.
2009 2009 January February March April May June January, 2009 January 24-31 – Bobby Bridger’s A Ballad of the West RUPAR Tour. A distant relative of premiere nineteenth-century American mountain man, Jim Bridger, Bobby Bridger began work on his epic trilogy A Ballad of the West over four decades ago. Since 1974 Bridger has traveled the globe performing this historical epic as a one-man show to audiences in America, Canada, Europe, Australia and Russia. (See below for venues. Ticket requirements vary by venue. ) January 24 - Rose Theatre. Bastrop. 7:00 P.M.. For more information or tickets call (318) 283-0120. January 25 - Concordia Parish Library. Concordia Bank & Trust, 7:00 P.M. Vidalia. For more information call (318) 559-5125 January 26 – Saint Joseph Arts, Inc. 7:00 P.M For information call (318) 766-3344 or visit our website www.stjoarts.com January 31 – Princess Theatre, Winnsboro. 7:00 P.M. For information call (318) 435-6299 or visit out website www.princesstheatreinc.com January 15-18;22-25; 29 & 30 - Neil Simon’s tale of friendship and rivalry The Sunshine Boys is alternately witty and moving. Two cantankerous vaudevillian ex-partners reunite after years of a silent feud for a final chance in the spotlight. Will they behave or will their comeback explode before a nationwide TV audience? Strauss Theatre Center Main Stage. Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M.. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com. January 31 - The glamorous highlight of the season, Strauss Theatre Center’s Masquerade Ball is a feast for the eyes and the palate! For more information call (318) 323-6681. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June February, 2009 February 13,20,21,24,26 - Twelfth Night, one of the most commonly performed Shakesperean comedies makes its way to The Young Troupe at Strauss Theatre Center. Popular during Shakespeare’s time, the play will charm audiences of all ages. For more information call (318) 323-0474. February 13 – March 1 - The 2009 Tour of TLC: Broadway . . . the Latest & the Greatest! Northeast Louisiana’s favorite duo, Corey Trahan and Lisa Lee will be joined by Naomi Cordill, performing music from recent Broadway show that are sure to become standards of the great American Musical Theatre repertory. Featuring Rick Seiler and Korey Barrett on the piano, this is concert that you won’t want to miss. (See below for venues. Ticket requirements vary by venue. )
February 22 - It’s 1962, and pleasantly plump Baltimore teen Tracy Turnblad dreams of dancing on the Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy must use her newfound stardom to vanquish the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of Link Larkin and integrate a TV network without denting her 'do! Impresario’s Choice presents HAIRSPRAY, Broadway’s musical-comedy phenomenon that inspired a major motion picture and won eight 2003 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical. 7:00 P.M., Jack Howard Theatre for one performance only. Tickets available at the Monroe Civic Center Box Office, impresarioschoice.com, all Ticketmaster outlets, or by calling 318-329-0001. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June March, 2009 March 5-7; 12-15; 19-22 - Grab a pew and join the fun as the Sanders Family holds the “First Ever Saturday Night Sing” at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in the hilarious Smoke on the Mountain. Share such gospel songs as “Church In The Wildwood,” “I’ll Fly Away” and of course, “The Blood Medley,” along with testimonials aimed straight at your heart by way of your funny bone. Strauss Theatre Center Main Stage. Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com. March 28 - Susan Olson, alto, and Richard Seiler, piano, appear as guest artists with the Monroe Symphony Orchestra in a program of all American music. These amazingly talented local artists will provide an evening of beautiful music. 7:00 P.M., Jack Howard Theatre, Monroe Civic Center For more information call 318-812-6761 or visit our website www.bayou.com/symphony. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June April, 2009 April 4 - A glorious celebration of the Easter season, Power & Grace will be presented at the Monroe Civic Center’s Jack Howard Theater. Louisiana Delta Ballet dancers coupled with local and professional vocalists will bring you an unforgettable performance experience at 7:30p.m. Call 345-1155 for ticket information. April 1 - “An Evening with Lewis Grizzard : In His Own Words.” Actor Bill Oberst, Jr. portrays the beloved Southern newspaper columnist and humorist Lewis Grizzard in this one-man show. Jackson Parish Library, 614 South Polk Avenue, Jonesboro 2:00 P.M. No admission fee. Call 318-259-5697 or visit www.jackson.lib.la.us for more information. April 15,17,18,21,23,25 - Once on This Island is a one-act musical based on the novel My Love, My Love. The Young Troupe at Strauss Theatre Center closes its season with this musical retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid set in the French Antilles in the Caribbean Sea and includes elements of the Romeo and Juliet story. For more information call (318) 323-0474. April 17-19 - Twin City Ballet Company’s annual Ballet Under the Stars will feature an enchanting evening of original works choreographed especially for this venue. You’ll love being “under the stars” watching an evening of gorgeous entertainment featuring Twin City Ballet dancers at their best. Join us at the Amphitheater in West Monroe’s beautiful Kiroli Park for a magnificent finale’ for an extraordinary season created for dance lovers of all ages. For more information call 318-388-3011 or visit our website www.twincityballet.com April 23-25; May 1-3; 7-10 - Meet George and Doris, whose friendship and love bring them together once a year for a weekend in the country. Over the course of 25 years, we get to know this couple, their families and their lives played out against the backdrop of changing events, morals and manners of our country’s history. One of the longest running plays on Broadway, Same Time Next Year is sure to capture your heart. Strauss Theatre Center Main Stage. Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M.. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June May, 2009 May 2 - The Dust Poets, a five-piece acoustic folk-pop group from Canada, join the Monroe Symphony Orchestra for an enjoyable evening of music in West Monroe’s beautiful Kiroli Park. Known for their infectious spirit, powerful stage presence, genre-bending originals, hot instrumental chops, and extraordinary four-part vocal harmonies, the Dust Poets offer an excellent conclusion to the 2008-2009 season. 6:00 P.M. For more information call 318-812-6761 or visit our website www.bayou.com/symphony. May 3 – The 12th Annual Blend of the Bayou by Men Who Cook & Men Who Mix - The Northeast Louisiana Arts Council volunteers produce the biggest and best event of the year! Sample great food by 50 of northeast Louisianas most famous amateur and professional cooks while strolling on the lawn of one of Monroes most beautiful bayou front homes to the music of Code Blue & the Flatliners while purchasing original artwork by 25 of the regions most respected visual artists. Great food, good music, good art and good friends! The biggest party in town that everyone waits for with anticipation! 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. For more information call (318) 396-9520. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June June, 2009 June 18-21; 25-28 - The nuns are back for a hilarious hoedown in Sister Amnesia’s Counctry Western Nunsense Jamboree as Sister Amnesia launches her country singing career with a stop at Strauss Theatre Centers Main Stage. The holy hijinks include tributes to Patsy Cline and Minnie Pearl plus audience interactions that are fast paced, charming and wacky in a show blessed with pearls of laughter and toe-tapping music. (Not included in season membership.) Evening performances 7:30 P.M.; Sunday afternoons at 2:00 P.M.. For more information call (318) 323-6681 or visit us online at www.strausstheatre.com. 2008 July August September October November December NLAC home 2009 January February March April May June
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July 18 - Moonlit Gardens at the Biedenharn – This summer experience ELsong Gardens under the light of the full moon as we open the gates after hours at no charge. Detailed event information will be available on-line. For updates, or to be added to the E-list for Moonlit Gardens, please call (318) 387-5281. Biedenharn Museum & Gardens, Monroe, 9:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., Free. Date & time subject to change. Visit 