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Schedule of events 4 - 17

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Spring season at a glance 22

Order form 23 - 24

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Welcome to the 2010 ARTS Northridge Spring Season. Response to the 2008-2009 Season resulted in an 80% box offi ce, the most successful ticket sales in the history of the theatre.

This year we are offering 15 headliner events organized into fi ve different performance styles: LEGENDS, DANCE, CLASSICAL, JAZZ/ROOTS, and THEATRE/SPOKEN WORD.

Packages are specially priced for the LEGENDS PLUS 2 package and the FLEX FOUR package. With these discounts, we are again offering the best entertainment value in the entire region! As you attend performances this spring imagine that a year from now you will be sitting in the Great Hall of the new VALLEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, scheduled to open Saturday evening, January 29, 2011.

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Package II: Flex FourFlex Four Subscription

Select any four separate performances of your choice and receive a 10% reduction off each event ticket.

Legends Plus Two Subscription

From now until February 6, when you purchase a regular adult price ticket for both Maureen McGovern and Christine Ebersole, you can add two other performances of your choosing for the special price of $140 for all four shows! Enjoy the Legends, PLUS pick out two more performances!


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“What raises McGovern above most other artists in her stylistic arena is her unique combination of a natural vocal ability, knowledgeable musicality and an amiable manner... a world-class vocal artist.”

Don Heckman - LOS ANGELES TIMES

“McGovern has the most remarkable range and crisply tailored diction in town, and she offers a

lesson in dynamics, from her whispery take on “Nice ‘n’ Easy” to the sweaty seductiveness of

“Fever.” McGovern’s wide-ranging scat singing and her sense of jazz phrasing is just another

facet of her skillful vocal talents.” Robert L. Daniels - VARIETY

“Ebersole was clearly born to perform; in fact, it’s to the detriment of her fellow actors that she so effortlessly commands attention when she’s on stage.”

Nicholas Fonseca - ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY

“When Christine Ebersole sashays onto the stage at Arci’s Place, the atmosphere begins to

fi zz as if the cork from a giant Champagne bottle had been

popped, and the whole room levi-tates in the sweet, bubbly mist of

her comic energy.” Stephen Holden – NEW YORK TIMES

Broadway’s Maureen McGovern brings her concert “A Long and Winding Road” to the Plaza del Sol Performance Hall Saturday, February 6. McGovern—one of the most technically profi cient and lovely voices in cabaret—has matured with a new darker, mellower quality to her sound that resonates more beautifully than ever!

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She’s the hottest, brightest star on Broadway today! Two-time Tony Award winner and Broadway star Christine Ebersole is coming to Northridge Saturday, April 24. Ebersole’s rich, smooth, jazzy vocal style keeps loyal audiences coming back for more!

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Dance Theatre of Harlem EnsembleTue, February 2, 2010 • 8 pm

Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble—the fi rst black classical ballet company—has achieved unprecedented success, bringing innovative and bold new forms of artistic expression to audiences around the world. Arthur Mitchell has for four decades personifi ed the vision and ambition needed to shape a dance company. With a style based on 20th-century classicism, the company is noted for graceful and vigorous performances of works by such choreographers as Balanchine, Robbins, and Mitchell himself.Dance

Leon BatesThurs, February 4, 2010 • 8 pm

Whether in recital or as a soloist with orchestra, his praises are enumerated in many different languages, but they are all in agreement on one point: Leon Bates is a major artist and one of America’s best pianists! He is continually invited to perform on major concert stages around the world because audiences and critics fi nd his musical spirit possesses the elements of greatness.Classical

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Broadway’s Maureen McGovern in A Long and Winding RoadSat, February 6, 2010 • 8 pm

There aren’t many people who can claim to have been involved with a sinking ocean liner AND a burning skyscraper, but Maureen McGovern is one of them. Recordings of “The Morning After” and “We May Never Love Like This Again,” Academy Award winners for Best Original Song from the Irwin Allen epics The Poseidon Adventure and The Towering Inferno, earned her the nickname Maureen the Disaster Theme Queen.

McGovern remained in theme song mode and on the pop charts with “Can You Read My Mind” from Superman and “Different Worlds” from the short-lived sitcom Angie. McGovern ultimately parodied her own image by playing a singing nun in the disaster movie spoof Airplane!

On the Broadway stage, McGovern replaced Linda Ronstadt in The Pirates of Penzance, co-starred with the late Raul Julia in Nine, and, most recently, played Marmee in Little Women, both on Broadway and then in the national tour. Along the way, she earned respect not only for her recordings, plays and concerts, but also for her almost annual appearances on the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon.

With one of the most technically profi cient and lovely voices in cabaret, McGovern brings to Northridge an entertaining and introspective theatrical concert based on her recent album of the same name. In a feast for baby-boomers, she celebrates the era of Simon & Garfunkel, Lennon & McCartney and Joni Mitchell. Legends

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Ying QuartetThurs, March 11, 2010 • 8 pm

The Ying Quartet occupies a position of unique prominence in the classical music world. They combine brilliantly communicative performances with a fearlessly imaginative view of chamber music in today’s world. Now in their second decade as a quartet, the Yings have established themselves as an ensemble of the highest musical qualifi cations in their tours across the United States and abroad. Classical

Capitol Steps

David Binney Quartet

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Capitol Steps Sat, February 13, 2010 • 8 pm

You watch Saturday Night Live and tune in to Comedy Central for The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. But when it comes to satire, you haven’t seen the real thing until you’ve seen Capitol Steps. The only group in America that attempts to be funnier than Congress, Capitol Steps is constantly changing to keep up with the latest headlines, but unlike SNL and The Daily Show, the actors and actresses sing their satire. The material is fresh and bipartisan. As they say, “We make fun of everybody.”Theatre/ Spoken Word

David Binney QuartetSat, February 27, 2010 • 8 pm

Acclaimed as a considerable and highly individual compositional talent, saxophonist David Binney wins praise from critics and colleagues alike. Known for his performances with such prestigious groups as the big bands of Gil Evans and Maria Schneider, Binney was also a co-founder of the hard-edged quintet Lost Tribe and the open-form collective quartet Lan Xang. With these groups and on his own, he has recorded a dozen albums.Jazz/Roots


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Ricky Skaggs

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company

performRicky Skaggs and Kentucky ThunderSat, March 13, 2010 • 8 pm

Beyond Grammy™ award-winning records and Country Music Hall of Fame awards, bluegrass legend Ricky Skaggs, one of music’s most talented and dynamic performers, and his band, Kentucky Thunder, continues to lead the charge in bringing renewed vitality to country music’s most down-to-earth art form—carrying this lively and distinctively American form of music to audiences worldwide.Jazz/Roots

Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company Tues, March 16 , 2010 • 8 pm

A blossom of color, energy and motion, “like endlessly proliferating forces of cosmic energy,” says the New York Times. The dances of Nai-Ni Chen fuse the dynamic freedom of American modern dance with the grace and splendor of Asian art. Celebrating the diversity of ideas shaped by the immigrant experience, the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company bridges the gap of understanding between East and West.Dance



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A Gershwin CelebrationDiane Schuur

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Diane SchuurSat, March 27, 2010 • 8 pm

Vocalist/pianist Diane Schuur is as eclectic as she is brilliant. A longtime disciple of Dinah Washington and other legendary jazz singers of the ‘40s and ‘50s, Schuur has built a stellar career by embracing not only the jazz of her parents’ generation, but also the pop music of her own youth during the late ‘50s and ‘60s. In a recording career that spans nearly three decades—and includes two Grammys™ and three Grammy™ nominations—Schuur’s music has explored nearly every corner of the American musical landscape.Jazz/Roots

Aspen Santa Fe BalletTues, April 13, 2010 • 8 pm

Heading into their second decade, the Aspen Santa Fe Ballet is a uniquely structured and multi-faceted company founded by longtime Aspenite Bebe Schweppe. Its revolutionary programs in both acquired and commissioned work from top choreographers makes ASFB a leader in the dance world. Dance

A Gershwin CelebrationSat, April 17 , 2010 • 8pm

From Tin Pan Alley to Broadway to the silver screen, George Gershwin did it all. His unique blend of jazz, blues and classical music made him one of the most innovative composers of all time. This show includes Gershwin’s classic songs, dialogue rich with anecdotal insights into his life, and a thrilling rendition of Rhapsody In Blue. From the foot-tapping “I Got Rhythm” to the poignancy of “Someone To Watch Over Me,” no other composer has so perfectly captured the true spirit of America. Join Broadway stars Raymond Saar, Diane Ketchie, Valerie Perri and Scott Harlan for this magical night!Theatre/ Spoken Word

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Christine EbersoleSat, April 24, 2010 • 8 pm

Christine Ebersole is an entertainer who might be described as a hybrid of Bernadette Peters and a toned-down Madeline Kahn, wistful but playful, like a precocious grown-up kid in an attic playing dress-up.—Steven Holden, New York Times

Christine Ebersole continues to enchant audiences from the Broadway stage to numerous fi lms, television series, concerts, and recordings. Her fi lm credits include the Academy Award- winning Best Picture Amadeus, Tootsie, My Girl, Folks! and Til There Was You. She also received an EmmyTM Award nomination during her stint as Maxie McDermott on the ABC daytime drama One Life to Live and is an alumnus of NBC’s Saturday Night Live.

Ebersole also brings a potent combination of sophistication and talent to the stage. From 42nd Street to Grey Gardens, critics rave over this two-time Tony Award Winner and Drama League’sTM Outstanding Performance of the Year. She’s starred in Broadway hits such as I Love My Wife, On the 20th Century, Dinner at 8, Camelot, Sweet Magnolias, and Oklahoma.

The evening’s arrangements are a clever wink to sassy nightclub acts of the 1960’s. This well-orchestrated performance is an excellent showcase for Ebersole’s musical talents, which range from comic alto to lyrical soprano.Legends



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eighth blackbird Thur, April 29, 2010 • 8 pm

eighth blackbird has built its reputation pursuing projects that push the boundaries of chamber music performance. The Grammy™ Award-winning group promises its ever-increasing audiences provocative and engaging presentations. Widely lauded for its performing style—often playing from memory with virtuosic and theatrical fl air—the group strives to make new music accessible to wide audiences. The eighth blackbird collective served as musical director at the Ojai Music Festival in 2009. Classical

Ballet Folklorico “Quetzalli” de VeracruzFri, April 30, 2010 • 8 pm

Capture the spirit of the Mexican fi esta! Ballet Folklorico “Quetzalli” de Veracruz’s traditional folk music and elaborate costumes are as colorful as the quetzal bird for which the company is named. Their visual fi esta of culture and folklore features regional dances of old Mexico. The music, performed live on authentic stringed instruments, punctuates the meticulous movement, colorful clothing and perfect pulse established by the dancers. Earning standing ovations from Cuba to Malaysia, “Quetzalli” proves they are one of Mexico’s most popular exports.Dance



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Five ways to order

Other Information

OnlineSingle Tickets Only.Go to Ticketmaster.com

By mailA.S. Ticket Offi ceCalifornia State University, Northridge18111 Nordhoff St.Northridge, CA 91330-8319

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1 5 In personThe A.S. Ticket Offi ce is located in the University Student Union on campus next to the Plaza del Sol Performance Hall main entrance staircase. For directions, please call the A.S. Ticket Offi ce. The ticket offi ce hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm.

Venues & SeatingAll performances take place at the Plaza del Sol Performance Hall on the campus of California State University, Northridge.

All seats are reserved and assigned on a best-available basis. Please plan to purchase early for the best seats.

Questions?For more information visit ArtsNorthridge.csun.com or call the Ticket Offi ce at 818-677-2488. (Hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am - 6pm).

Be sure to visit our Website (ArtsNorthridge.csun.com) and sign up for email delivery of our eNewsletter for late-breaking news and timely notifi cation of added events.

By phone

818-677-2488

By fax818-677-7121

DiscountsThe following discounts are offered on single tickets:

• CSUN faculty/staff – 20%*• CSUN student – 50%*• Seniors – 20%• Groups of 10 or more – 20%**

* Tickets must be purchased in person at the A. S. Ticket Offi ce with appropriate CSUN ID, limit 2 tickets.

** For details on group discounts, please call 818-677-7686.



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Gala Benefi t Opening Night—January 29, 2011

spring 2010 season at a glance

PERFORMANCE TIMEDATE DAY

Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble 8pm

Leon Bates 8pm

Maureen McGovern 8pm

Dave Binney Quartet 8pm

Capitol Steps 8pm

Ying Quartet 8pm

Nai-Ni Chen Dance 8pm

Diane Schuur 8pm

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet 8pm

A Gershwin Celebration 8pm

Christine Ebersole 8pm

eighth blackbird 8pm

Ballet Folklorico “Quetzalli” 8pm

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Feb 27

Feb 13

Mar 11

Mar 16

Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder 8pm Saturday Mar 13

Mar 27

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Apr 24

Apr 29

Apr 30

LEGENDS DANCE CLASSICAL JAZZ/ROOTS THEATRE/SPOKEN WORD

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MCCAMC MARKETING COMMITTEE:Laila Asgari, Pamela Bock, Therri Donnelly, Michelle Giacopuzzi, Laura Kelly, Mary Reale, William Taylor

PHOTO CREDITS (listed if provided by artist representative):FRONT COVER: Alberto Guadarrama (Ballet Folklorico “Quetzalli” de Veracruz). INSIDE FRONT COVER: Lois Greenfi eld (Aspen Santa Fe Ballet). P. 2: Deborah Feingold (Maureen McGovern), Kit Kittle (Christine Ebersole). P. 4: Frank Capri (Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble). P. 6: Deborah Feingold (Maureen McGovern). P. 8-9: Kurt Brownell (Ying Quartet). P.12: Maura Lanahan (Diane Shure). P. 13: Lois Greenfi eld (Aspen Santa Fe Ballet). P. 18-19: Kit Kittle (Christine Ebersole). P. 16: Luke Ratray (eighth blackbird). P. 17: Alberto Guadarrama (Ballet Folklorico “Quetzalli” de Veracruz). BACK COVER: Lois Greenfi eld (Aspen Santa Fe Ballet).

Spring 2010—Order FormPackage I: LEGENDS PLUS TWO

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DirectionsFrom the 405 fwy,Exit Nordhoff Street

From the 101 and 118 fwys,Exit Reseda Blvd.

Parking

Parking & DirectionsParking for the Plaza del Sol Performance Hall is located in the new G3 parking structure. The G3 structure is accessed by entering Dearborn Street from Zelzah Avenue.

All vehicles must display a valid permit to park on campus. Parking permits are $6 per vehicle. Permits are required 24/7 and can be purchased at the permit dispensers located within the G3 parking structure. Parking Information

Parking permits can be purchased at Information Booths located at Lindley/Nordhoff, Prairie/Darby, Zelzah/Lot G4 or at self-serve dispensers.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Parking permit required. Visitors requiring accommodations for a disability, call venue info number at least two weeks in advance.

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* Please see page 21 for mailing and faxing information.

Important Note: No refunds except in the event of a cancelation. • Only subscribers may exchange tickets, at face value, subject to availability. • Tickets may be returned prior to the event as a tax-deductible contributions. • Programs, artisit, dates, and seating are subject to change without notice.

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2010 SEASON - California State University, Northridgepjd77408/DrD/resources/CSUN... · 2010 SEASON. table of contents ... his praises are enumerated ... -edged quintet Lost Tribe