Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts

SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE for Kimmel Center 10th Anniversary Season and Select Broadway Shows, Tuesday, September 6

SEPTEMBER 1, 2011


Audra McDonald Kicks off 10th Anniversary Celebration

New Artists include Noel Gallagher, Jerry Seinfeld, Tori Amos, Amos Lee, Dream Theater and Jim Brickman

 

Single Tickets on Sale for Audra McDonald, k.d. lang, Tony Bennett,

Esperanza Spalding and More

 

Single tickets to all Kimmel Center Presents performances and select Broadway shows for the Kimmel Center’s 10th Anniversary Season go on sale to the general public on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 beginning at 10am.  

 

The Kimmel Center’s 10th Anniversary Season celebrates Philadelphia legends who call Philadelphia home with the best of world, pop, jazz, dance and classical offerings presented onstage. The 10th Anniversary season officially kicks off with a performance by k.d. lang on September 29, followed by jazz luminary Esperanza Spalding taking the stage October 14, and starting October 15, the Jazz Up Close Series honors Philly natives The Heath Brothers, Lee Morgan, McCoy Tyner and Benny Golson.  The Kimmel Center’s 10th Anniversary Season also shines the spotlight on the resident companies that make their home on the Kimmel Center’s campus (Kimmel Center, Academy of Music, Merriam Theater) and Philly hometown talent including Philadanco’s world premiere of a new work by hip-hop native choreographer Rennie Harris, and radio legend Jerry Blavat.

 

Below is a full list of all newly added 2011-2012 shows, followed by a list of shows for which single tickets will be on sale September 6. Tickets are available at the Kimmel Center Box Office, by phone at 215-893-1999, or online at kimmelcenter.org.

  

Newly Added Shows:

 

  • Just Added! Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, English lead guitarist of rock band Oasis performs at Academy of Music, Nov. 11—Tickets on Sale Friday, September 9
  • TRACES, Philadelphia Premiere by 7 Fingers, co-presented with the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival, Merriam Theater, Sept 15-18
  • Prog-rock band Dream Theater, Merriam Theater, October 16
  • Amos Lee, Philly Native Singer Songwriter Returns to Perform at Academy of Music, Nov. 5
  • Tori Amos, Night of Hunters Tour Philadelphia Performance, Academy of Music, Dec. 1
  • Jerry Seinfeld, returns to the stage with 2012 Live in Concert Tour, Academy of Music, Jan. 14
  • Jim Brickman performs a special Valentine’s weekend program, February 18, Merriam Theater

 

Single Tickets On Sale September 6 for the Following Shows:

 

BROADWAY SEASON

 

Wizard of Oz

Tues., Dec. 27& Wed., Dec. 28, 2pm & 7:30pm

Merriam Theater

Tickets start at $20

 

There truly is no place like home as the greatest family musical of all time, the wonderful Wizard of Oz, twists its way across the country! The entire family will be captivated as they travel down the Yellow Brick Road and beyond with Dorothy, Toto and their friends the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow in this lavish production, featuring breathtaking special effects, dazzling choreography and classic songs. 

A spectacular celebration of the iconic 1939 MGM film, The Wizard of Oz will blow you away from the moment the tornado touches down and transports you to a dazzling art deco Oz, complete with munchkins and flying monkeys. Don't miss the chance to travel "Over the Rainbow" and experience this national treasure on stage.

 

FELA!

Tues., Mar. 20-Sun, Mar. 25

Academy of Music

Tickets start at $20

 

FELA!, the most critically acclaimed musical of the season, received three 2010 Tony Awards®: Best Choreography, Best Costume Design for a Musical and Best Sound Design of a Musical! His story inspired a nation. His music inspires the world. FELA! tells the true story of the legendary Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, whose soulful Afrobeat rhythms ignited a generation. Motivated by his mother, a civil rights champion, he defied a corrupt and oppressive military government and devoted his life and music to the struggle for freedom and human dignity. FELA! is a triumphant tale of courage, passion and love, featuring Fela Kuti's captivating music and the visionary direction and choreography of Tony Award® winner Bill T. Jones.

 

Riverdance

Fri., May 11-Sun., May 13

Merriam Theater

Tickets start at $45

 

 FAREWELL TOUR! EXPERIENCE THE ORGINAL!

Now in its 17th phenomenal year, RIVERDANCE, the internationally-acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has touched the hearts of millions around the world, comes to Philadelphia May 11 - 13! 'A phenomenon of historic proportions!' raves The Washington Post. 'An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away,' cheers the Chicago Tribune. 'A family evening unlike anything else!' declares The London Times. Discover why nothing in the world compares to the original! Whether it's your first time or your fifth, there is no better time to share the magic of RIVERDANCE with your family.

 

KIMMEL CENTER PRESENTS

 

TRACES
by 7 Fingers 
A co-presentation with the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival

Merriam Theater

Thurs., Sept. 15 – Sun., Sept 18, 2011, Times vary

Tickets start at $20

 

Traces is high-energy urban acrobatics for all ages—poetic and explosive, humorous and thoughtful—from 7 Fingers, a Montreal-based circus arts company founded with the goal to bring circus to a human scale. Circus feats—including traditional Chinese acrobatics, tumbling through hoops, and leaping between giant poles—combine with skateboarding and parkour, and mix with theater, music, and contemporary dance. The performers use every mode of expression available to them, hoping to leave their traces as best they can. 

 

k.d. lang and The Siss Boom Bang 
special guest Teddy Thompson

Verizon Hall

Thurs., Sept. 29, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $38.50

 

A fusion of country-rock and a playfully punk-like attitude, k.d. lang puts the 'alternative' in alt-country. This Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter has collaborated with legendary artists from Roy Orbison and Tony Bennett to Elton John and Anne Murray. 

 

Audra McDonald

Verizon Hall

Sat., Oct. 1, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $35

 

Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning singer and actress Audra McDonald is known on Broadway and beyond for her stellar performances and heartfelt ballads—and for the stunning beauty of her Juilliard-trained voice.

 

Herbie Hancock

Verizon Hall

Sat., Oct. 8, 2011 at 8:30pm

Tickets start at $25

 

Now in his fifth decade as a performing artist, Herbie Hancock remains where he has always been: in the forefront of world culture, technology and music.  Following in the footsteps of his recent double Grammy wins for “The Imagine Project” and his appointment as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador, Herbie Hancock embarks on a North American tour this Fall. This tour marks the first time in the genre-defying artist’s career that he will be touring solo, incorporating elements of both acoustic and electric musical heritage and culling material from throughout his legendary career.

 

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel 
A Beethoven Bonanza!

Perelman Theater

Mon., Oct. 10, 2011 at 7:30pm

Ticket Price: $30

 

Siegel navigates the myriad moods of Beethoven's genius—from the lighthearted Sonata No. 3 in C Major to the tragic and fiery Sonata Pathétique, and the transcendent Sonata No. 30 in E Major. 

 

Esperanza Spalding 
Chamber Music Society

Merriam Theater

Fri., Oct. 14, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $35

 

Known in musical circles for her multi-genre compositions and spectacularly soulful voice, Grammy® Award-winning jazz bassist and vocalist Esperanza Spalding makes her highly anticipated Kimmel Center debut. 


Jazz Up Close Celebrates Philly’s Jazz Legacy

Celebrating The Heath Brothers

Featuring Jimmy Heath and Albert 'Tootie' Heath 

Perelman Theater

Sat., Oct. 15, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $38

 

Beloved for their tremendous influence on the world of jazz, the Heath Brothers are known for their genre-bending style that fuses together pop, rock, and jazz. 

 

David Sedaris

Merriam Theater

Sat., Oct. 15, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $50.50

David Sedaris' wickedly witty observations of the ordinary to the bizarre deliver insight and laughs. Tweaking the familiar until it warps, David Sedaris mines poignant comedy from his peculiar childhood in North Carolina, his bizarre career path and his move with his lover to France. 

Dream Theater 
special guest Periphery
In Association with Larry Magid Entertainment Group

Merriam Theater

Sun., Oct. 16, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $38

 

Recently voted one of the top ten prog-rock bands of all time by RollingStone.com, Dream Theater will release their new album, A Dramatic Turn of Events, on September 13. The band is armed with one of the most powerful efforts of their storied, iconic career. "It's a really cool collection dedicated to the art and music of our forthcoming release along with a few awesome goodies," says guitarist John Petrucci. Dream Theater embarks on a massive world tour this fall, where they will play songs from A Dramatic Turn of Events, along with classic fan favorites.

 

DRUMLine Live

Merriam Theater

Tues., Oct. 25 – Wed., Oct., 26, 2012 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $20

Drumline Live kicks off its second U.S. tour! The show's vibrant cast has honed its precision and energy with years of training in marching band programs across the southern United States. This versatile group of musicians and dancers brings an explosive energy and athleticism to an eclectic mix of sounds. Equally at home with the hottest contemporary hip-hop, R&B, classic Motown tunes, and the rousing sounds of the great brass tradition,Drumline Live is thrilled to share the American Marching Band experience with Philadelphia audiences 

Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert 
In Association with Mills Entertainment

Merriam Theater

Wed., Nov. 2, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $45

Selling out across the nation, master chefs Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert share an evening of storytelling, providing the audience with a provocative back-and-forth about what really goes on behind the kitchen doors.

PHILADANCO 
For Your Pleasure

Featuring the Philadelphia premiere of a new work by Hope Boykin

Perelman Theater

Fri., Nov. 4 – Sun., Nov. 6, 2011, times vary

Tickets start at $29

 

Hope Boykin: Watching Go By, the day (Philadelphia Premiere)
George Faison: Suite Otis
Gene Hill Sagan: La Valse (excerpt)
Christopher L. Huggins: Blue 

Beloved for its high-spirited energy and devotion to promoting African-American dance traditions, Philly's world-renowned modern dance company is a treat for the whole family! Join Philadanco as it displays its trademark techniques—infusing movement with passion, color, and theatrics. 

 

Tony Bennett 
special guest Antonia Bennett
In Association with Larry Magid Entertainment Group

Academy of Music

Fri. Nov. 4, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $51

 

Living legend Tony Bennett reaches across generations with sold-out engagements featuring pop music, standards, show tunes, and jazz. Over his long career, Bennett has won fifteen Grammy® Awards and two Emmy Awards! 

 

Gazillion Bubble Show

Merriam Theater

Sat., Nov. 2-Sun, Nov. 6, 2011, times vary

Tickets start at $15

 

This dazzling show stars bubble artist Fan Yang performing the astounding feats that earned him a whopping sixteen Guinness World Records. In addition to giant bubbles, bouncing, floating, smoke-filled, tiny and massive bubbles, the spectacular production features jaw-dropping special effects and state-of-the-art lighting and lasers. An off-Broadway hit now entering its fifth amazing year, Gazillion Bubble Show unveils a multi-million dollar production for its premiere North American tour!

 

Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Series

Marilyn Keiser, organ

Verizon Hall

Program features works by Mendelssohn, Handel, Mulet, Rheinberger, Vierne, Howells and Paulus

Sat., Nov. 5, 2011 at3pm

Tickets start at $19

 

Keiser's performance will include a diverse collection of classical and contemporary composers with a compelling, nuanced recital guaranteed to stir the emotions.

 

Amos Lee 
special guest Brett Dennen (solo acoustic) 
In Association with Live Nation

Academy of Music

Sat., Nov. 5, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $34.50

Since the release of Amos Lee's first album, the Philadelphia-born singer-songwriter has developed into one the most celebrated artists of his generation. Lee tours in support of his recent album, Mission Bell, which displays both range and cohesion, an array of emotions unified by his eclectic taste and distinctive vocals.

 

Noel Gallagher's 
High Flying Birds 
special guest The Hours
In Association with AEG Live
and Radio 104.5

Academy of Music

Fri., Nov. 11, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $39.50 *On Sale Sept. 9th!

 

After successfully announcing and selling out their U.K. touring dates, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds have confirmed a handful of U.S. touring dates in support of their forthcoming self-titled debut album to be released November 8th, including an exclusive area performance at the Academy of Music. The High Flying Birds, described by Noel as a collective rather than a new band, will feature one-time Oasis touring member Mike Rowe, Zutons bass player Russell Pritchard, David 'Macca' Donald on guitars and Jeremy Stacey, brother of long-term friend Paul 'Strangeboy' Stacey, on drums. 

 

Joe Bonamassa 
In Association with AEG Live

Academy of Music

Sat., Nov. 12, 2011 at 8pm

Tickets start at $39.50

Award-winning blues-rock star, guitar hero, and singer-songwriter Joe Bonamassa and his band make their Academy of Music debut for this one-night-only show in support of his new album, Dust Bowl. The eleventh full-length solo release and ninth studio album of his career, Dust Bowl marks Bonamassa's eighth collaboration with Kevin Shirley (Led Zeppelin, Black Crowes, Aerosmith) as producer. Bonamassa's previous album, 2010's Black Rock, debuted at No. 1 on Billboard's Blues Albums Chart and No. 38 on Billboard's Top 200 Chart.

Orchestre Révolutionnaire et RomantiqueJohn Eliot Gardiner, conductor

Verizon Hall

Tues., Nov. 15, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $29

 

BEETHOVEN: Egmont Overture, Op. 84
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 3 in E-flat Major, Op. 55
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 5 in C minor, Op. 67

One of the finest period-instrument orchestras in the world, the Orchestre Révolutionnaire et Romantique transports listeners back in time, offering a rare glimpse into how these seminal Beethoven works might have sounded when they first premiered. 

 

National Acrobats of the 
People's Republic of China

Verizon Hall

Sun., Nov. 20, 2011 at 3pm

Tickets start at $15

 

Direct from Beijing, The National Acrobats of The People's Republic of China (China National Acrobatic Troupe) presents a dizzying display in a myriad of colors, This award-winning troupe performs around the world to stunned and delighted audiences. 

 

Tori Amos 
In Association with Live Nation

Academy of Music

Thurs., Dec. 1, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $39.50

 

The iconic, platinum-selling singer-songwriter continues her legacy of ground-breaking recordings with the upcoming September 2011 release of Night of Hunters, a 21st century song cycle inspired by select classical pieces spanning the last 400 years.  The 15 city Night of Hunters North American Tour kicks off on November 29 at the Cobb Energy Performance Arts Center in Atlanta, Georgia and concludes at the Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie in Dallas, Texas on December 22.

 

Mannheim Steamroller Christmas

Academy of Music

Sat., Dec. 3, 2011, 3pm and 8pm

Tickets start at $20

 

This beloved holiday show has toured throughout the U.S. with Grammy® Award winner and mastermind Chip Davis directing the group's favorite Christmas music. Featuring state-of-the-art multimedia effects, the show spans the entire Christmas catalogue, from 'Joy to the World' and 'Winter Wonderland' to 'The Christmas Song.' 

 

Jazz Up Close Celebrates Philly’s Jazz Legacy
Celebrating Benny Golson 
Featured Artists To Be Announced

Perelman Theater

Sat., Dec. 3, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $35

 

Benny Golson's illustrious career exemplifies the spirit of innovation and revolution with major contributions to the classic jazz repertoire. This evening's performance will pay tribute to the man whose title spans from Saxophonist to composer and producer and who's worked from artists ranging from Miles Davis to Itzhak Perlman. 

 

Itzhak Perlman, violin

Rohan De Silva, piano

Verizon Hall

Tues., Dec. 6, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $40

 

Undeniably the reigning virtuoso of the violin, Itzhak Perlman enjoys superstar status. Beloved for his charm and humanity as well as his prodigious talent, he is treasured by audiences throughout the world. 

 

Can You Hear God Crying? (World Premiere)

by Hannibal LokumbeFeaturing the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia and

Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church Mass Choir

In Association with ArtSanctuary

Verizon Hall

Tues., Dec. 13, 2011 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $15

 

Featuring the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church Mass Choir and the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, Can You Hear God Crying? is a soulful piece that leads audiences through their personal struggles to reconnect with humanity, family, and community.

 

Keyboard Conversations®
with Jeffrey Siegel 
From Heart to Art: The Romantic Music of Franz Liszt

Perelman Theater

Mon., Jan. 9, 2012 at 7:30pm

Ticket Price: $30

 

A sizzling program you won't want to miss! Siegel explores the Romantic era's quintessential 'rock star' Franz Liszt in a program featuring the composer's most beloved works. 

 

Jerry Seinfeld

Academy of Music

Sat., Jan. 14, 2012, 7pm & 9:30pm

Tickets start at $65

Due to popular demand, America's premier comedian is hitting the road in a return to his first love - stand-up comedy. Recently hailed as 'the master stand-up comic of his generation' and 'the best comedian of our time' in a Washington Post article by Tom Shales, Seinfeld has an uncanny ability to joke about the little things in life that relate to audiences everywhere.

The Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Series

Jeremy Filsell, organ

Verizon Hall

Program features works by Dupre, J.S. Bach and Filsell’s own transcription of Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances

Sat., Jan. 21, 2011 at 3pm

Tickets start at $19

 

Along with powerful and poetic repertoire by Bach and Dupre, Filsell's program includes his own transcription of Rachmaninoff's final and thrilling work, the Symphonic Dances. 

 

Chucho Valdés and the
Afro-Cuban Messengers 
special guests Danilo Pérez Trio

Merriam Theater

Thurs., Jan. 26, 2012 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $25.50

 

Hailed as 'the dean of Latin jazz' and 'one of the world's great virtuosic pianists' by The New York Times, multi-Grammy® Award winner Chucho Valdés has recorded more than 80 albums during his illustrious career, performing with countless jazz masters, including Herbie Hancock, Dizzy Gillespie, Wynton Marsalis, and Chick Corea. 

 

Jerry Blavat

Verizon Hall

Sat., Jan. 28, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $41

 

Philadelphia's legendary radio icon and larger-than-life personality, Jerry Blavat brings a concert filled with local legends and your favorite singles from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s! The Geator's energetic and star-studded program is sure to have you dancing in the aisles. 

 

Jim Brickman 

Special Valentine’s Weekend Concert!
In Association with Larry Magid Entertainment Group

Merriam Theater

Sat., Feb. 18, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $33.50

Jim has revolutionized the sound of solo piano with his pop style instrumentals and star studded vocal collaborations. His concerts create a musical celebration for audiences seeking an escape from the hectic demands of every day life! In this very special concert, Jim will take fans on a musical journey playing the hits like "Valentine," "Love of My Life," "If You Believe," "Never Alone" and more! Enjoy an evening of dazzling solo piano, vibrant vocals plus warmth and humor that has people returning year after year! 

New York Philharmonic 
Alan Gilbert, conductor
Joyce DiDonato, mezzo-soprano

Verizon Hall

Fri., Feb. 24, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $39

 

STUCKY: Son et lumière
BERLIOZ: Les nuits d'été
MUSSORGSKY: Pictures at an Exhibition

The esteemed ensemble marks its first Philadelphia appearance with music director Alan Gilbert. Program also features rising operatic star Joyce DiDonato, lending her lush vocalism to Berlioz's song cycle Les Nuits d'été. 

 

Jazz Up Close Celebrates Philly’s Jazz Legacy

Celebrating Lee Morgan

Featuring The Terell Stafford Quintet 

Perelman Theater

Sat., Feb. 25, 2012 at 7:30pm

Tickets Start at $35

 

Philly-born hard-bop trumpeter, Lee Morgan, is a legendary composer, arranger, and musician -- who played with the greats! This evening will feature the Terell Stafford Trio in a deeply melodic and bebop infused program. 

 

Max Raabe and Palast Orchester

Merriam Theater

Fri., March 2, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $25

 

The ever-popular Max Raabe returns to Philadelphia by popular demand! Singer-bandleader Raabe creates a musical time capsule celebrating the music of the Weimar Republic, the turbulent era between the two world wars. Capturing the cosmopolitan sophistication of 1920s and 1930s Berlin cabarets, Raabe reveals the complexity, intelligence, and ambiguity of that era's music, reminding us that between melancholy and irony, rebellion and resignation, elegy and slapstick, there often lies a single note or a mere word. 

 

Paddy Moloney and The Chieftains

Verizon Hall

Fri., Mar. 9, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $37.50

 

Six time Grammy® winners, The Chieftains are not only Ireland's official musical ambassadors, but are also recognized for bringing traditional Irish music to the world's attention—creating a musical style both exhilarating and definitive. 

 

Canadian Brass with 
Jeffrey Brillhart, organ

Verizon Hall

Program features works by Brahms and J.S. Bach

Sat., Mar. 10, 2012 at 3pm

Tickets start at $25

 

The Canadian Brass is joined by local organist Jeffrey Brillhart for an afternoon guaranteed to thrill both families and organ enthusiasts! 

 

Curtis Opera Theatre's
Elegy for Young Lovers (Philadelphia Premiere)
In Association with Opera Company of Philadelphia

Perelman Theater

Wed., Mar. 14, Fri., Mar. 16, and Sun., Mar. 18, 2012, times vary

Tickets start at $21

 

What happens when a ruthless poet looks to an unlikely cast of characters to provide his artistic inspiration? For those who find themselves in the company of poet Gregor Mittenhofer, the results may be as dramatic as the deadly snowstorm swirling around them. Director Chas Rader-Shieber and designer David Zinn bring us a new production of this compelling opera by Hans Werner Henze, one of the foremost composers of our time. Performed in English. (Limited ticket availability) 

 

Jerry Blavat

Verizon Hall
Sat., April 7, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $41

 

Spend an evening enjoying the best rock & roll of the 50s, 60s, and 70s with Philadelphia's legendary radio icon and larger-than-life personality, Jerry Blavat! The Geator's energetic and star-studded program is sure to have you dancing in the aisles. 

 

Keyboard Conversations®
with Jeffrey Siegel 
The Power and Passion of Brahms

Perelman Theater

Mon., Apr. 9, 2012 at 7:30pm

Ticket Price: $30

 

Experience the intricacies of Brahms's most treasured compositions as Siegel presents the narrative Ballades, Op. 10 and the smoldering Rhapsodies, Op. 79. 

 

Paco de Lucia

Verizon Hall

Tues. Apr. 10, 2012 at 8pm

Tickets start at $35

 

Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucia has made a revolutionary impact on flamenco, infusing new life into a centuries-old tradition. His groundbreaking collaborations and participation in notable soundtracks have established de Lucia as the most innovative and influential flamenco artist of the past three decades. 

 

Jazz Up Close Celebrates Philly’s Jazz Legacy

Celebrating McCoy Tyner

Featuring Danilo Pérez and Friends 

Perelman Theater

Sat., Apr. 14, 2012 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $35

 

Join Grammy® Award-winner Danilo Pérez and friends as they honor McCoy Tyner's transcendental piano technique and contribution to the world of jazz. 

 

Academy of St. Martin in the Fields 
Joshua Bell, solo violin and director

Verizon Hall

Mon. Apr. 16, 2012 at 7:30pm

Tickets start at $29

 

MOZART: Symphony No. 25 in G minor, K. 183
BRUCH: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major, Op. 60 

Led by violin phenomenon Joshua Bell, this world-renowned orchestra presents a stunning concert of works by Beethoven and Mozart—striking a delicate balance between fiery solos and dramatic ensemble playing. 

 

PHILADANCO 
The Philadelphia Connection

Perelman Theater

Fri., Apr. 20 – Sun., Apr. 22, 2012, times vary

Tickets start at $29

 

Featuring the world premiere of a new work by hip-hop choreographer Rennie Harris.

Beloved for its high-spirited energy and devotion to promoting African-American dance traditions, Philly's world-renowned modern dance company is a treat for the whole family! Join Philadanco as it displays its trademark techniques—infusing movement with passion, color, and theatrics. 

 

John Weaver, organ 

Verizon Hall

Featuring flautist Marianne Weaver and organists Alan Morrison, Ken Cowan, Diane Belcher and Chelsea Chen

In Association with the American Guild of Organists

Sat., Apr. 21, 2012 at 3pm

Tickets start at $19

 

Weaver's innovative program includes both original and popular compositions. Weaver's former students Alan Morrison, Ken Cowan, Diane Belcher, and Chelsea Chen take the stage to honor their teacher and mentor. 

 

Kimmel Center, Inc., a charitable, not-for-profit organization, owns, manages, supports and maintains The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, which includes Verizon Hall, Perelman Theater, Innovation Studio and the Merck Arts Education Center.  Kimmel Center, Inc. also manages the Academy of Music, owned by the Philadelphia Orchestra Association, and the University of the Arts Merriam Theater. Kimmel Center, Inc.’s mission is to operate a world class performing arts center that engages and serves a broad audience which includes providing arts in education, community outreach and a rich diversity of programming.  The 2011/2012 season is sponsored by Citi.  For additional information, visit kimmelcenter.org. 

 

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