2012-2013 Season Brochure

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EXPECT AMAZING

The legendary B.B. King

ExpEcT VariETy,VirTuosiTy & sTar powEr

our new season is here! call 317.843.3800 to order or visit Thecenterpresents.org

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welcome to our new season!The center is back in 2012-13 with a stellar lineup that’s sure to exceed even the highest of expectations. with five dynamic series featuring acclaimed talent from all over the world, the center for the performing arts remains central indiana’s leading destination for the widest range of music, dance and culture.

Expect a little bit of everything in our new season, including performances by esteemed artists like Natalie cole and chucho Valdés, Martina McBride and Leann rimes, B.B. King and Johnny Mathis, and the BBc concert orchestra with Maestro Keith Lockhart. plus, our ever-expanding lineup of special events ensures that each of our three state-of-the-art stages are brimming with activity all year long.

subscribing is the best way to experience the full range of what the center has to offer. you’ll also enjoy subscriber-only benefits, including advance purchase on special events, that will make you feel like you’re at the center of it all.

Don’t delay! subscribe today and be part of the most satisfying season yet at central indiana’s newest cultural landmark—the center for the performing arts.

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classics series

6 ChinaNationalSymphonyOrchestra Friday,Feb.22,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

xia guaN: Earth requiem, 1st Movement (without vocal)siBELius: Violin concerto in D minor, op. 47 xi chen, Violin soloist rachMaNiNoff: symphony No. 2 in E minor, op. 27

7 ChristopherO’Riley Friday,Mar.1,2013at8pm|TheTarkington

as host of the popular Npr music program, “from the Top,” Mr. o’riley is well-known for his eloquent and compelling musings on music and popular culture. his latest performances stretch the piano beyond the classical repertoire and into the rich unchartered territory of contemporary alt-rock.

8 Anne-SophieMutter Friday,Mar.8,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

LuTosLawsKi: PartitaschuBErT: Fantasie in c major, D. 934prEViN: second sonata for Violin and pianosaiNT-saËNs: sonata for Violin and piano in D minor, op. 75

9 TheLeipzigQuartet Friday,Mar.15,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

hayDN: string Quartet in B-flat major, op. 76, No. 4, “sunrise”hayDN: string Quartet in D major, op. 64, No. 5, “The Lark”schuBErT: string Quartet in a minor, op. 29, No. 1, “rosamunde”

10 TheAmericanStringQuartet Friday,Apr.26,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

hayDN: Quartet in g major, op. 54, No. 1DVor

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The 2012-13 Bose McKinney & Evans LLp classics series shines the spotlight on the world’s greatest music, performed by the world’s top soloists, chamber and symphonic ensembles in an acoustically perfect concert hall. subscribers enjoy extraordinary music and exclusive exchange privileges.

1 MenahemPresslerandFriends Friday,Sept.7,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

a founding member of the world-famous Beaux arts Trio, The New York Times calls pianist Menahem pressler “…a poet, time and again, revealing unexpected depths in works that have been endlessly plumbed and surveyed.”

2 ParkerQuartet Saturday,Sept.29,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

pÄrT: fratres for string QuartetBriTTEN: string Quartet No. 2 in c major, op. 36schuBErT: string Quartet No. 14 in D minor “Death and the Maiden”

3 RayChen Sunday,Nov.11,2012at7pm|ThePalladium

MoZarT: sonata for piano and Violin in B-flat major, K. 454BrahMs: Violin sonata No. 3 in D minor, op. 108ysayE: Violin sonata No. 2 in a minor, op. 27

4 ThePacificaQuartet Friday,Jan.18,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

recognized for its exuberant performance style and daring repertory choices by Mendelssohn, Bartók and Beethoven, the grammy award winning pacifica Quartet is one of the most highly praised classical ensembles performing today.

5 BBCConcertOrchestra Saturday,Feb.2,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

Keith Lockhart, principal conductor

BriTTEN: four sea interludes from “peter grimes,” op. 33aELgar: cello concerto in E minor, op. 85 sophie shao, cello soloistBuTTErworTh: The Banks of Green WillowELgar: Enigma Variationsprogramming subject to change


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ExpEcTBELoVED soNgs,BriLLiaNT siNgErs &BEauTifuL EVENiNgs

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songbook series

The popular Drewry simmons Vornehm, LLp songbook series returns in 2012-13 with a lineup featuring the music of america’s greatest songwriters sung by today’s biggest stars. subscribers enjoy a dazzling mix of music and priority seat selection.

1 MonicaMancini&DaveKoz Wednesday,Aug.8,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

Vocalist Monica Mancini, daughter of the legendary henry Mancini, and jazz saxophone superstar Dave Koz present an evening of american music gems, including familiar melodies from your favorite hollywood films.

2 JohnnyMathis Sunday,Sept.9,2012at3pm|ThePalladium

it’s hard to top an evening of classic american songs sung by one of the all-time classic american voices. still crooning after all these years, Johnny Mathis remains a giant of the american songbook.

3 NatalieCole Thursday,Oct.18,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

after rocketing to stardom in 1975 with her debut album, “inseparable,” Natalie cole’s star power continues to burn bright. This nine-time grammy winner, songwriter and performer remains one of the most beloved performers of our time.

4 LucieArnaz Saturday,Jan.26,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

Everybody loves Lucie! The dazzling and vivacious songstress, and daughter of Desi arnaz and Lucille Ball, is a master of both melody and lyric and has been thrilling audiences with her energized singing and engaging stage presence for more than 45 years.

5 BarbaraCook&MichaelFeinstein Saturday,Mar.23,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

Between his perfect pitch and her emotive power, Tony award winner Barbara cook and Michael feinstein perform music from the american songbook’s golden years like nobody else in show business.

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country & Bluegrass series

series sPonsor

The 2012-13 Nightingale home healthcare country & Bluegrass series doesn’t miss a beat. plus, subscribers enjoy exclusive savings on single tickets.

1 LeAnnRimes Friday,July27,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

Leann rimes burst onto the country music scene at age 14, and her star has been on the rise ever since. her seven-octave voice and impressive stage presence make it easy to see why.

2 JoshTurner Thursday,Sept.27,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

whether it’s his deep, soulful voice, his south carolina accent or his philosophy on life, Josh Turner is a singer-songwriter that continues to turn heads and perk up ears in the country music industry and beyond.

3 Dailey&Vincent Friday,Oct.12,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent are one of the nation’s most heralded bluegrass acts. They took home seven awards at the 2008 international Bluegrass Music awards, and their popularity continues to grow.

4 MartinaMcBride Thursday,Nov.8,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

from her 1994 breakthrough hit “My Baby Loves Me” through nearly a decade of smash singles, McBride’s magnetic vocals and unmatched artistry are always fresh and captivating.

5 DonWilliams Friday,Mar.22,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

Don williams is an american classic. his warm hickory baritone and broken-in-familiarity make his music as accessible as a summer breeze and more than justify his place in the country Music hall of fame.

6 OakRidgeBoys Saturday,May11,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

it was 1978 when “i’ll Be True To you” made The oak ridge Boys one of the leading lights of pop country music. as with many of life’s pleasures, their signature sound has only improved with age.


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Jazz & Blues series

ExpEcTharD-DriViNg,NoTE-BENDiNg &MiND-BLowiNg

The 2012-13 Taft stettinius & hollister LLp Jazz & Blues series serves up the syncopated rhythms and bluesy stylings of the music america gave the world, performed by the genre’s top performers.

1 HughLaurie&TheCopperBottomBand Wednesday,Aug.22,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

he may be known for playing the irascibly brilliant Dr. gregory house on the hit TV show “house,” but hugh Laurie also has an impressive musical side. on his recent album, “Let Them Talk,” the multi-faceted performer puts his personal stamp on the the music of his favorite bluesmen, including Leadbelly, willie Dixon and robert Johnson.

2 TheChuchoValdésQuartet Wednesday,Oct.24,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

he’s a four-time grammy winner. he’s a pianist, band- leader, composer and arranger. he’s one of cuba’s greatest musicians and his performance at the center is one of the season’s true highlights.

3 B.B.King Tuesday,Nov.20,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

There’s only one King of the Blues. B.B. King continues to perform with the relentless passion that has made him one of the greatest musical entertainers of all time. catching the King in concert should be on every music lover’s to-do list.

4 JohnPizzarelli Thursday,Jan.10,2013at7:30pm|TheTarkington

hailed by the Seattle Times as “a tour de force” and “a rare entertainer of the old school,” John pizzarelli uses his incomparable guitar licks to infuse the great american songbook with cool jazz flavor.

5 DocSeverinsenandHisBigBand Thursday,Apr.18,2013at7:30pm|ThePalladium

he was a staple of late-night TV for three decades. Today, he continues to continues to blow away audiences with his clear-as-a-bell trumpet playing and his ever-changing coterie of world-class jazz sidemen.

6 ChickCorea&GaryBurton Saturday,Apr.20,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

Top-flight jazz artists in their own right, pianist chick corea and vibes master (and indiana native) gary Burton form a grammy-winning duo whose unique take on “standards” have garnered widespread critical acclaim.

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Dance series

The 2012-13 Delta faucet Dance series is back with a high-stepping, gravity-defying lineup of the world’s most innovative and sought-after dance ensembles.

1 SavionGlover Saturday,Oct.20,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

Back by popular demand, savion glover brings his inimitable talents to the center. “soLe sanctuary” is a dancing meditation and the stage is a living altar where he pays homage to his teachers and mentors through the craft that he has perfected.

2 StarsoftheRussianBallet Saturday,Jan.5,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

Encompassing the technical virtuosity and influential artistry synonymous with the rich tradition of russian ballet, the world’s greatest dancers perform excerpts from the world’s greatest ballets, including “The sleeping Beauty,” “Le corsaire” and “paquita.”

3 MOMIX Saturday,Mar.9,2013at8pm|TheTarkington Sunday,Mar.10,2013at3pm|TheTarkington

in an endless search for another gravity, artistic Director Moses pendleton combines athletic dance, riveting music, outrageous costumes, inventive props and pure talent to create an entertaining multimedia experience. MoMix embraces a spectacular blend of physical theatre, circus, athleticism and comedy.

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special Eventscall 317.843.3800 to subscribe and save!

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PoPs series sPonsor

our 2012-13 lineup of special Events is bigger and better than ever before. subscriptions are not available to special events, but if you subscribe to any of the center’s five signature series, you’ll receive priority access to each of these special concert events in advance of the public ticket on sale date.

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pop sEriEsKennyLogginsWednesday,Aug.1,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

GipsyKingsThursday,Aug.23,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

TheB-52sSunday,Aug.26,2012at7pm|ThePalladium

1 SherylCrow Thursday,Sept.6,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

AmyGrantFriday,Oct.5,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

AmericaSaturday,Oct.6,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

RogerHodgson:LegendaryVoiceofSupertrampTuesday,Nov.13,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

TheFabFauxSaturday,Jan.19,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

spoTLighT sEriEsCelticThunderTuesday,Oct.16,2012at7:30pm|ThePalladium

RenéeFlemingSunday,Feb.24,2013at7pm|ThePalladium

NatalieMacMasterSunday,Mar.3,2013at3pm|ThePalladium

CoachBobKnightFriday,Apr.12,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

AnEveningwithKathleenBattleSaturday,Apr.27,2013at8pm|ThePalladium

hoLiDay sEriEsEmpireBrasspresents“TheSoundofChristmas”starringElisabethvonTrappSunday,Dec.9,2012at3pm|ThePalladium

ABrendaLeeChristmasSunday,Dec.16,2012at3pm|ThePalladium


faMiLy sEriEsCirqueChinoisSaturday,Oct.27,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

RoyalDrummersandDancersofBurundiFriday,Nov.2,2012at8pm|ThePalladium

MummenschanzSaturday,Jan.12,2013at8pm|TheTarkingtonSunday,Jan.13,2013at3pm|TheTarkington

TheBlackWatchScotsGuardsWednesday,Feb.13,2013at7:30pm|ThePalladium

DRUMLINELIVESunday,Feb.17,2013at4pm|ThePalladium

VocaPeopleSaturday,Feb.23,2013at7pm|ThePalladium

JasonBishop–IllusionistThursday,Mar.7,2013at10:30am|TheTarkingtonThursday,Mar.7,2013at7pm|TheTarkington

PurdueVarsityGleeClub&PurduettesThursday,Apr.11,2013at2pm|ThePalladiumThursday,Apr.11,2013at7:30pm|ThePalladium

TomásuKubínekSaturday,June1,2013at8pm|TheTarkingtonSunday,June2,2013at3pm|TheTarkington

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