n Nashville Songwriters Night Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Cyrus Chestnut QuartetThursday, Sept. 14, 2017 ...........................................................7:30 p.m.

n ARTRAGEOUS! The Interactive Art & Music ExperienceThursday, Sept. 21, 2017 ...........................................................7:30 p.m.

n Russian Folk Instrument OrchestraTuesday, Oct. 3, 2017 ....................................................................7:30 p.m.

n RENT 20th ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOURThursday, Oct. 26, 2017 ..............................................................7:30 p.m.(Not recommended for individuals under age 16)

n BODYTRAFFICThursday, Nov. 9, 2017 .................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Amahl and the Night Visitorsand Händel’s MessiahFriday, Dec. 1, 2017 ........................................................................7:30 p.m.

n The Sound of Music NATIONAL TOURWednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 ........................................................7:30 p.m.

n Malpaso Dance Com panySaturday, Jan. 27, 2018 ...............................................................7:30 p.m.

n The Birdland All-Stars: The Art of JazzMonday, Feb. 5, 2018 ....................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Jane Austen Sense and SensibilityTuesday, Feb. 13, 2018 ................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Considering Matthew ShepardTuesday, Feb. 27, 2018 .................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Celebrating Gershwin: A Stroll Down Tin Pan Alley Thursday, March 1, 2018 ............................................................7:30 p.m.

n Revolutionaries: Ginastera and Beethoven Sunday, March 25, 2018 ............................................................3:00 p.m.

n MacbethFriday & Saturday, April 20 & 21, 2018 .........................7:30 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday, April 21 & 22, 2018 .....................2:00 p.m.

n Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella NATIONAL TOURTuesday, April 24, 2018 ...............................................................7:30 p.m.

Big city

showsin the comfort of OXFORD

2017-18 SEASON

Ford CenterGertrude C.

for the Performing Arts

S E A S O N A T A G L A N C E

n Ford Seriesn Artist Series

THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI

Tickets: UM Box Office 662.915.7411 or www.fordcenter.org

Dance Alive National BalletDec. 15 at 7 p.m.

United States Navy Concert Band Feb. 8 at 7 p.m.Peking Acrobats March 15 at 7 p.m. Rosanne Cash,The River and the Thread March 21 at 7 p.m.

MoRe eveNTS

Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.

Feb. 11 at 7 p.m.

Download the Ford Center app for iPhone and Android

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With an ever-inquisitive mind, Gertrude Castellow Ford fully embraced the arts. As a patron, an observer and a practitioner, Ford engaged in a

lifelong exploration of all things of beauty and inspiration, and held true to classic traditions in the fine arts. She was an accomplished flutist, violinist and pianist as well as fluent in French, Latin and Spanish. Exceedingly well-read in poetry and classic literature, she was often at the center of spirited discussions about the merits of all manner of literary works and was not afraid to raise challenging concepts in literature, especially concerning the authorship of Shakespeare’s plays. Always at the very foundation of her spirit was a great and sincere love of the arts and letters.

Raised in a generations-old tradition of philanthropy, Ford established the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation in Jackson with a generous gift in 1991. In 1998, the Ford Foundation awarded the University of Mississippi $20 million to design and build the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on the Oxford campus. This regal facility is a physical testament to Ford’s lifelong dedication to the arts. Ford died in September 1996. She and her husband, Aaron Lane Ford, who was an Ackerman attorney and U.S. congressman representing what was Mississippi’s 4th District, are buried in Cuthbert, a small town in southwest Georgia.

NATIONAL TOURRENT 20th Anniversary TourThursday, Oct. 26 • 7:30 p.m.In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway … and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary touring production. A reimagining of Puccini’s La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters — love.

This show features mature themes and language. Not recommended for individuals under the age of 16.

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“SPARKLING, FRESH AND LIVELY.”- Los Angeles Times

NATIONAL TOURThe Sound of MusicWednesday, Jan. 24 • 7:30 p.m.THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brand new production of The Sound of Music is coming to the Ford Center. The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award®-winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.

The Sound of Music enjoyed extraordinary success as a live television production when “The Sound of Music Live!” aired on NBC in December 2013 and was seen by over 44 million people. 2015 marked the 50th anniversary of the film version, which continues to be the most successful movie musical in history.

Considering Matthew ShepardConspirare, a Company of VoicesTuesday, Feb. 27 • 7:30 p.m.In October 1998, Matthew Shepard, a young, gay student at the University of Wyoming in Laramie was kidnapped, severely beaten, tied to a fence and left to die in a lonely field under a blanket of stars. Five days later, when Shepard passed away, the world was watching.

Approaching the eve of the 20th anniversary, Craig Hella Johnson has created the concert-length work Considering Matthew Shepard. This three-part fusion oratorio speaks with a fresh and bold voice, incorporating a variety of musical styles seamlessly woven into a unified whole. Johnson sets a wide range of poetic and soulful texts by poets including Hildegard of Bingen, Lesléa Newman, Michael Dennis Browne and Rumi. Passages from Shepard’s personal journal, interviews and writings from his parents, Judy and Dennis Shepard, newspaper reports and additional texts by Johnson and Browne are poignantly appointed throughout the work.

Led from the piano by Johnson, Considering Matthew Shepard showcases the award-winning artistry of Conspirare’s singers with a chamber ensemble of renowned instrumentalists. They are joined by the UM Choirs for the final number.

“Matt Shepard and his story have led me on an inspiring, challenging and deeply meaningful journey that I continue to this day. In composing Considering Matthew Shepard, I wanted to create, within a musical framework, a space for reflection, consideration and unity around his life and legacy.”

– Craig Hella Johnson, composer

NATIONAL TOURRodgers & Hammerstein’s CinderellaTuesday, April 24 • 7:30 p.m.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award®- winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that’s delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love — the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more — plus some surprising new twists!

Be transported back to your childhood as you rediscover some of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” in this hilarious and romantic Broadway experience for anyone who’s ever had a wish, a dream ... or a really great pair of shoes.

Gertrude Castellow

Ford

The 2017-18 season is sponsored in part by The Inn at Ole Miss.

n Nashville Songwriters Night Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Cyrus Chestnut QuartetThursday, Sept. 14, 2017 ...........................................................7:30 p.m.

n ARTRAGEOUS! The Interactive Art & Music ExperienceThursday, Sept. 21, 2017 ...........................................................7:30 p.m.

n Russian Folk Instrument OrchestraTuesday, Oct. 3, 2017 ....................................................................7:30 p.m.

n RENT 20th ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL TOURThursday, Oct. 26, 2017 ..............................................................7:30 p.m.(Not recommended for individuals under age 16)

n BODYTRAFFICThursday, Nov. 9, 2017 .................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Amahl and the Night Visitorsand Händel’s MessiahFriday, Dec. 1, 2017 ........................................................................7:30 p.m.

n The Sound of Music NATIONAL TOURWednesday, Jan. 24, 2018 ........................................................7:30 p.m.

n Malpaso Dance Com panySaturday, Jan. 27, 2018 ...............................................................7:30 p.m.

n The Birdland All-Stars: The Art of JazzMonday, Feb. 5, 2018 ....................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Jane Austen Sense and SensibilityTuesday, Feb. 13, 2018 ................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Considering Matthew ShepardTuesday, Feb. 27, 2018 .................................................................7:30 p.m.

n Celebrating Gershwin: A Stroll Down Tin Pan Alley Thursday, March 1, 2018 ............................................................7:30 p.m.

n Revolutionaries: Ginastera and Beethoven Sunday, March 25, 2018 ............................................................3:00 p.m.

n MacbethFriday & Saturday, April 20 & 21, 2018 .........................7:30 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday, April 21 & 22, 2018 .....................2:00 p.m.

n Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella NATIONAL TOURTuesday, April 24, 2018 ...............................................................7:30 p.m.

Big city

shows in the comfort of OXFORD

2017-18 SEASON

Ford CenterGertrude C.

for the Performing Arts

SEASON AT A GLANCE

n Ford Seriesn Artist Series

THE UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI

Tickets: UM Box Office 662.915.7411 or www.fordcenter.org

Dance Alive National BalletDec. 15 at 7 p.m.

United States Navy Concert Band Feb. 8 at 7 p.m.Peking Acrobats March 15 at 7 p.m. Rosanne Cash,The River and the Thread March 21 at 7 p.m.

MoRe eveNTS

Feb. 15 at 7 p.m.

Feb. 11 at 7 p.m.

Download the Ford Center app for iPhone and Android

Follow us

Brought to you by

n Campus Connectionsn Jazz Seriesn Special Appearance

With an ever-inquisitive mind, Gertrude Castellow Ford fully embraced the arts. As a patron, an observer and a practitioner, Ford engaged in a

lifelong exploration of all things of beauty and inspiration, and held true to classic traditions in the fine arts. She was an accomplished flutist, violinist and pianist as well as fluent in French, Latin and Spanish. Exceedingly well-read in poetry and classic literature, she was often at the center of spirited discussions about the merits of all manner of literary works and was not afraid to raise challenging concepts in literature, especially concerning the authorship of Shakespeare’s plays. Always at the very foundation of her spirit was a great and sincere love of the arts and letters.

Raised in a generations-old tradition of philanthropy, Ford established the Gertrude C. Ford Foundation in Jackson with a generous gift in 1991. In 1998, the Ford Foundation awarded the University of Mississippi $20 million to design and build the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts on the Oxford campus. This regal facility is a physical testament to Ford’s lifelong dedication to the arts. Ford died in September 1996. She and her husband, Aaron Lane Ford, who was an Ackerman attorney and U.S. congressman representing what was Mississippi’s 4th District, are buried in Cuthbert, a small town in southwest Georgia.

NATIONAL TOURRENT 20th Anniversary TourThursday, Oct. 26 • 7:30 p.m.In 1996, an original rock musical by a little-known composer opened on Broadway … and forever changed the landscape of American theatre. Two decades later, Jonathan Larson’s RENT continues to speak loudly and defiantly to audiences across generations and all over the world. And now, this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning masterpiece returns to the stage in a vibrant 20th anniversary touring production. A reimagining of Puccini’s La Bohème, RENT follows an unforgettable year in the lives of seven artists struggling to follow their dreams without selling out. With its inspiring message of joy and hope in the face of fear, this timeless celebration of friendship and creativity reminds us to measure our lives with the only thing that truly matters — love.

This show features mature themes and language. Not recommended for individuals under the age of 16.

F O R D S E R I E S

Photos: Amy G

uip

“SPARKLING, FRESH AND LIVELY.”- Los Angeles Times

NATIONAL TOURThe Sound of MusicWednesday, Jan. 24 • 7:30 p.m.THE HILLS ARE ALIVE! A brand new production of The Sound of Music is coming to the Ford Center. The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award®-winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.

The Sound of Music enjoyed extraordinary success as a live television production when “The Sound of Music Live!” aired on NBC in December 2013 and was seen by over 44 million people. 2015 marked the 50th anniversary of the film version, which continues to be the most successful movie musical in history.

Considering Matthew ShepardConspirare, a Company of VoicesTuesday, Feb. 27 • 7:30 p.m.In October 1998, Matthew Shepard, a young, gay student at the University of Wyoming in Laramie was kidnapped, severely beaten, tied to a fence and left to die in a lonely field under a blanket of stars. Five days later, when Shepard passed away, the world was watching.

Approaching the eve of the 20th anniversary, Craig Hella Johnson has created the concert-length work Considering Matthew Shepard. This three-part fusion oratorio speaks with a fresh and bold voice, incorporating a variety of musical styles seamlessly woven into a unified whole. Johnson sets a wide range of poetic and soulful texts by poets including Hildegard of Bingen, Lesléa Newman, Michael Dennis Browne and Rumi. Passages from Shepard’s personal journal, interviews and writings from his parents, Judy and Dennis Shepard, newspaper reports and additional texts by Johnson and Browne are poignantly appointed throughout the work.

Led from the piano by Johnson, Considering Matthew Shepard showcases the award-winning artistry of Conspirare’s singers with a chamber ensemble of renowned instrumentalists. They are joined by the UM Choirs for the final number.

“Matt Shepard and his story have led me on an inspiring, challenging and deeply meaningful journey that I continue to this day. In composing Considering Matthew Shepard, I wanted to create, within a musical framework, a space for reflection, consideration and unity around his life and legacy.”

– Craig Hella Johnson, composer

NATIONAL TOURRodgers & Hammerstein’s CinderellaTuesday, April 24 • 7:30 p.m.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award®- winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that’s delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments you love — the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more — plus some surprising new twists!

Be transported back to your childhood as you rediscover some of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” in this hilarious and romantic Broadway experience for anyone who’s ever had a wish, a dream ... or a really great pair of shoes.

Gertrude Castellow

Ford

The 2017-18 season is sponsored in part by The Inn at Ole Miss.

ARTRAGEOUS! The Interactive Art & Music ExperienceThursday, Sept. 21 • 7:30 p.m.Imagine an artist creating a masterpiece before your eyes in mere moments.

The Artrageous troupe of artists, musicians, singers and dancers pays tribute to a variety of art forms, pop icons and musical genres culminating in a gallery of fabulous finished paintings. The result? A one-of-a-kind crossover experience with something for all ages!

The signature of the Artrageous troupe is interaction and engagement, so be prepared to be a part of the show!

BODYTRAFFICThursday, Nov. 9 • 7:30 p.m. MC

With its versatile repertoire, BODYTRAFFIC is internationally recognized as bridging both new audiences and experienced dance enthusiasts with works by today’s most distinctive choreographic voices such as Kyle Abraham, Hofesh Shechter, Barak Marshall, Richard Siegal and Victor Quijada.

Founded in 2007 by Lillian Barbeito and Tina Finkelman Berkett, BODYTRAFFIC has surged to the forefront of the concert dance world. It has been named as “the company of the future” by the Joyce Theater Foundation, Dance magazine’s 25 to Watch in 2013 and Best of Culture by the Los Angeles Times.

This performance is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

Amahl and the Night Visitorsand Händel’s MessiahFriday, Dec. 1 • 7:30 p.m.

One of the most popular operas of all time, Gian Carlo Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitors tells the story of how faith, charity, unselfish love and good deeds can work miracles. This production is a collaborative project with the university and the Oxford community.

For the second half of the evening, Händel’s Messiah features the UM Choirs, the LOU Symphony and alumni guest artists as the soloists. Sung in English, this hourlong production is suitable for the entire family.

This exciting project is funded by Nancye Starnes and the Kite Foundation.

Malpaso Dance CompanyArtistic Director, Osnel DelgadoAn Associate Company of JOYCE THEATER PRODUCTIONS

Saturday, Jan. 27 • 7:30 p.m. MC

Cuba’s hottest contemporary dance company shares a little slice of Havana in a sparkling program of movement and music.

Based in Havana and founded by Osnel Delgado, Dailedys Carrazana and Fernando Saez, 10 talented young dancers from Cuba’s premier dance schools and companies create work that embodies the country’s rich dance tradition and illuminates the untapped passion that defines Cuban life. The performance will feature acclaimed Canadian choreographer Aszure Barton’s work Indomitable Waltz and a dance performed by Mississippi, the Dance Company.

The presentation of Indomitable Waltz was made possible by the New England Foundation for the Arts’ National Dance Project, with lead funding from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.

A R T I S T S E R I E S

J A Z Z S E R I E S

C A M P U S C O N N E C T I O N S

Cyrus Chestnut QuartetThursday, Sept. 14 • 7:30 p.m. MC

“His brand of crisp articulation and blues inflected harmony evokes another era ... multifaceted and dynamic ... Mr. Chestnut was the evening’s star and he brought charisma to the role...” - The New York Times

Virtuosic and playful, pianist Cyrus Chestnut’s hard-swinging, soulful sounds have become a staple in the jazz community. Blending

contemporary jazz, traditional jazz and gospel, plus the occasional seasonings of Latin and samba, Chestnut gives himself plenty of freedom to explore different emotions, while keeping his music in recognizable form. His warm demeanor and irresistible sweetness make him “one of jazz’s most beloved ambassadors.”

The Birdland All-Stars: The Art of Jazzfeaturing Tommy Igoe

Monday, Feb. 5 • 7:30 p.m. MC

Featuring the finest musicians in New York, The Birdland All-Stars have been thrilling audiences at “The Jazz Corner of the World” for the last 10 years. Returning to the road for the first time in five years, The Birdland All-Stars have created new arrangements featuring the music of David Bowie, The Police and Steely Dan, as well as fresh treatments of iconic compositions by Charlie Parker, Chick Corea and Herbie Hancock.

Celebrating Gershwin: A Stroll Down Tin Pan Alley The Julian Bliss SeptetThursday, March 1 • 7:30 p.m. MC

In 2010, Julian Bliss – one of the finest clarinetists of our day – joined a handpicked selection of some of the best musicians on the jazz scene to form the Julian Bliss Septet. Since that point, the musicians have explored the music of Benny Goodman and rich world of Latin and American music. Most recently, the Julian Bliss Septet has delved into the treasured Tin Pan Alley sounds of Gershwin and his contemporaries. The well-loved melodies and swinging tunes explore musical stories and are showcased by original arrangements for the septet, including a suite from Porgy and Bess, an excerpt from “Rhapsody in Blue” and the great songs: “I Got Rhythm,” “Embraceable You” and “Lady Be Good.”

Russian Folk Instrument OrchestraTuesday, Oct. 3 • 7:30 p.m.Folk instrument orchestras have been popular in Russia for more than 150 years. Originally made up of the plucked instruments of the dorma and balalaika families, in recent decades the addition of accordions and nonfolk instruments such as the flute and oboe has resulted in ensembles with a uniquely engaging sound.

Under the leadership of conductor Boris Varon, the orchestra features top-notch professional soloists and outstanding students from Moscow’s Gnessin Russian Academy of Music, one of Russia’s most prestigious conservatories. This engaging pops concert, which features an array of popular selections as well as traditional Russian folk music, will delight a broad variety of musical tastes.

S P E C I A L A P P E A R A N C E

Jane Austen Sense and SensibilityAquila TheatreTuesday, Feb. 13 • 7:30 p.m. MC

Sense and Sensibility is one of Jane Austen’s most popular novels. The characters live in a world in which choices are limited – especially for the women. The story revolves around the lives of two sisters, Elinor, who is level-headed and full of sense, and the hopelessly romantic Marianne. After the untimely and unexpected death of their father, both sisters and their

mother are forced to leave their comfortable lives, while their half-brother and his wife inherit the family estate. The only hope for these two sisters is a profitable marriage. Seduction, courtship, love, heartbreak and surprise abound in this classic romantic comedy.

Sense and Sensibility poignantly and cleverly illustrates the effects of economic uncertainty brought about by the common practice of the first-born male inheriting entire family fortunes, often leaving the rest of the family to fend for themselves.

This performance is funded in part by a grant from South Arts in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts and the Mississippi Arts Commission.

Revolutionaries: Ginastera and Beethoven featuring Andreas Klein with the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra, conductor Steven Byess

Sunday, March 25 • 3:00 p.m.Acclaimed German pianist Andreas Klein joins the North Mississippi Symphony Orchestra for a performance contrasting the styles of Beethoven with the works of 20th-century Argentine composer Alberto Ginastera. This concert will feature Beethoven’s “Coriolan Overture” and “Piano Concerto No. 4 in G Major” and Ginastera’s “Variaciones Concertantes” and include commentary from the stage by Klein and Byess.

S E A S O N O P E N E R

Nashville Songwriters Night featuring Hall of Fame members Dickey Lee and Pat Alger with Roxie Dean

Thursday, Sept. 7 • 7:30 p.m.Spend an evening with some of country music’s top songwriters. Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame members Dickey Lee and Pat Alger and Grammy-nominated songwriter Roxie Dean will perform and share the inspiration behind some of their biggest hits including songs recorded by George Jones (“She Thinks I Still Care”), Reba McEntire (“He Broke Your Memory Last Night”), Garth Brooks (“The Thunder Rolls,” “Unanswered Prayers”), Trisha Yearwood (“Like We Never Had a Broken Heart”), Lee Ann Womack (“Why They Call It Falling”) and Jamie O’Neal (“When I Think About Angels”).

MacbethOle Miss Theatre

Friday & Saturday, April 20 & 21 • 7:30 p.m.Saturday & Sunday, April 21 & 22 • 2:00 p.m.Set in medieval Scotland and partly based on a true historical account, Macbeth charts the bloody rise to power and tragic downfall of the

warrior Macbeth. At the start of the play, three witches appear to Macbeth and his comrade Banquo and tell them Macbeth will become king, and the descendants of Banquo will also reign. Macbeth is overcome by ambition and greed after hearing the prophesy, and as it begins to come true, Macbeth plots to kill the reigning king, setting in motion a series of events that leads to madness and tragedy.

Holiday VillageOpens Dec. 1

Enjoy the magic! This year, in addition to our traditional Gingerbread Village, we will be adding a Miniature Christmas Village display and a corner celebrating holiday traditions from around the world. The Village will open daily and have special story times for preschoolers and elementary-aged children and a visit from Santa. MC Masterclass will be held in conjunction with this performance.

Details will be announced at a later date prior to the event.

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Sponsored by Dr. Billy and Rebecca Long

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TICKET ORDER

Orchestra/Parterre Mezzanine Balcony Box Seat

Tier 1Box Seat

Tier 2 QTY. TOTAL COST

RENT, 20th Anniversary National Tour*Oct. 26, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 75.00 m 69.00 m 63.00 m 75.00 m 69.00

The Sound of Music, National TourJan. 24, 2018 • 7:30 p.m. m 75.00 m 69.00 m 63.00 m 75.00 m 69.00Considering Matthew Shepard Conspirare, a Company of VoicesFeb. 27, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

m 50.00 m 45.00 m 40.00 m 50.00 m 45.00

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, National TourApril 24, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

m 75.00 m 69.00 m 63.00 m 75.00 m 69.00

Buy the series and save 15%! FORD SERIES TICKET m 233.72 m 214.20 m 194.64 m 233.72 m 214.20

SUBTOTAL FOR FORD SERIES

Ford Series

*RENT features mature themes and language. Not recommended for individuals under the age of 16.

Orchestra/Parterre Mezzanine Balcony Box Seat

Tier 1Box Seat

Tier 2 QTY. TOTAL COST

Cyrus Chestnut QuartetSept. 14, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 25.00 m 20.00 m 18.00 m 25.00 m 20.00

The Birdland All-Stars: The Art of JazzFeb. 5, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

m 25.00 m 20.00 m 18.00 m 25.00 m 20.00

Celebrating Gershwin The Julian Bliss SeptetMarch 1, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

m 25.00 m 20.00 m 18.00 m 25.00 m 20.00

Buy the series and save 10%! JAZZ SERIES TICKET m 67.50 m 54.00 m 48.60 m 67.50 m 54.00

SUBTOTAL FOR JAZZ SERIES

Jazz Series

Orchestra/Parterre Mezzanine Balcony Box Seat

Tier 1Box Seat

Tier 2 QTY. TOTAL COST

ARTRAGEOUS!Sept. 21, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 30.00 m 26.00 m 22.00 m 30.00 m 26.00

BODYTRAFFICNov. 9, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 30.00 m 26.00 m 22.00 m 30.00 m 26.00

Aquila Theatre, Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility Feb. 13, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.

m 30.00 m 26.00 m 22.00 m 30.00 m 26.00

Revolutionaries: Ginastera and Beethoven March 25, 2018 • 3 p.m. matinee

m 30.00 m 26.00 m 22.00 m 30.00 m 26.00

Buy the series and save 20%! ARTIST SERIES TICKET m 96.00 m 83.20 m 70.40 m 96.00 m 83.20

SUBTOTAL FOR ARTIST SERIES

Artist Series

Orchestra/Parterre Mezzanine Balcony Box Seat

Tier 1Box Seat

Tier 2 QTY. TOTAL COST

Amahl, Händel’s MessiahDec. 1, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 30.00 m 26.00 m 18.00 m 30.00 m 26.00

Malpaso Dance CompanyJan. 27, 2018 • 7:30 p.m. m 30.00 m 26.00 m 18.00 m 30.00 m 26.00

Macbeth, Ole Miss TheatreApril 20, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.April 21, 2018 • 7:30 p.m.April 21, 2018 • 2 p.m.April 22, 2018 • 2 p.m.

m 21.00 m 18.00 m 15.00 m 21.00 m 18.00m 21.00 m 18.00 m 15.00 m 21.00 m 18.00m 21.00 m 18.00 m 15.00 m 21.00 m 18.00m 21.00 m 18.00 m 15.00 m 21.00 m 18.00

SUBTOTAL FOR CAMPUS CONNECTIONS

Campus Connections

Orchestra/Parterre Mezzanine Balcony Box Seat

Tier 1Box Seat

Tier 2 QTY. TOTAL COST

Nashville Songwriters Night Sept. 7, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 20.00 m 15.00 m 12.00 m 20.00 m 15.00

Season Opener

Orchestra/Parterre Mezzanine Balcony Box Seat

Tier 1Box Seat

Tier 2 QTY. TOTAL COST

Russian Folk Instrument Orchestra Oct. 3, 2017 • 7:30 p.m. m 20.00 m 15.00 m 12.00 m 20.00 m 15.00

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On days of performances in the Ford Center, the Box Office will remain open until the show begins.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Arrival Time/Late Seating PolicyPlease arrive early out of respect for the performers and other members of the audience. The outside lobby doors will open at least one hour prior to the beginning of the performance. Doors to the theater will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance begins. Latecomers will be asked to wait in the lobby and will be admitted to the theater by an usher during an appropriate pause in the performance.

Refunds & Lost TicketsNo tickets will be refunded unless a performance is canceled by the Ford Center. In the event of a cancellation, ticket holders may exchange their ticket for a different program or may request a refund. If a ticket holder is unable to attend a performance, he or she may donate the ticket to the theater for a tax deduction.

We do not want you to miss a performance, so please contact the UM Box Office at 662-915-7411 if you cannot find your ticket(s).

Assistive-Listening DevicesAssistive-listening devices are available at no cost from the Box Office for all performances. Anyone with or without a hearing aid may use the equipment from any seat in the theater.

Wheelchair-Accessible EntranceTwo entrances to the Ford Center are wheelchair accessible. One is the main entrance to the building on the first floor (orchestra level), which is accessible from the parking lot. A second is the University Avenue entrance on the third floor (mezzanine level). Both of these entrances have wheelchair-accessible doors.

Staff/Faculty/Retiree DiscountsUM staff/faculty/retiree ID required to purchase ticketsFord Series: 10% off all ticket pricesArtist, Jazz and Campus Connections Series: 20% off all ticket pricesLimit: four per staff/faculty/retiree ID per show

Student DiscountsStudent ID required to purchase ticketsFord Series: $25 Orchestra/Parterre $17 Mezzanine/BalconyArtist & Jazz Series: $8 All SeatsCampus Connections: $7 All Seats

TICKET PAYMENT INFORMATIONPlease note for tax purposes, ticket purchases must be separate from Friends of the Ford Center memberships and donations.

m I have enclosed my check payable to the University of Mississippi for $ ________________________________

m Please charge my ticket order of $ ________________________ m Visa m MasterCard

Account number ___________________________________________________ Exp. Date ________________

Name as it appears on card ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature _________________________________________ CVV ________ Email: ____________________________________________________

m Wheelchair access or other disability accommodation needed

MAIL TICKET ORDER FORM AND PAYMENT TO: UM Box OfficeP.O. Box 1848University, MS 38677-1848

We appreciate our Friends of the Ford Center!

See member benefits enclosed.

Ford CenterGertrude C.

for the Performing Arts

IN PERSON

UM Box Office (located in the Ford Center) 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday (except university holidays)

On days of performances in the Ford Center, the Box Office will remain open until the show begins.

For details, call UM Box Office: 662-915-7411

ORDER ONLINE fordcenter.org or

olemissboxoffice.com

ordering ticketsseatingSam and Mary Haskell Theatre

Ticket Order Form2017-18

GENERAL INFORMATION

Arrival Time/Late Seating PolicyPlease arrive early out of respect for the performers and other members of the audience. The outside lobby doors will open at least one hour prior to the beginning of the performance. Doors to the theater will open approximately 30 minutes before the performance begins. Latecomers will be asked to wait in the lobby and will be admitted to the theater by an usher during an appropriate pause in the performance.

Refunds & Lost TicketsNo tickets will be refunded unless a performance is canceled by the Ford Center. In the event of a cancellation, ticket holders may exchange their ticket for a different program or may request a refund. If a ticket holder is unable to attend a performance, he or she may donate the ticket to the theater for a tax deduction.

We do not want you to miss a performance, so please contact the UM Box Office at 662-915-7411 if you cannot find your ticket(s).

Assistive-Listening DevicesAssistive-listening devices are available at no cost from the Box Office for all performances. Anyone with or without a hearing aid may use the equipment from any seat in the theater.

Wheelchair-Accessible EntranceTwo entrances to the Ford Center are wheelchair accessible. One is the main entrance to the building on the first floor (orchestra level), which is accessible from the parking lot. A second is the University Avenue entrance on the third floor (mezzanine level). Both of these entrances have wheelchair-accessible doors.

Staff/Faculty/Retiree DiscountsUM staff/faculty/retiree ID required to purchase ticketsFord Series: 10% off all ticket pricesArtist, Jazz and Campus Connections Series: 20% off all ticket pricesLimit: four per staff/faculty/retiree ID per show

Student DiscountsStudent ID required to purchase ticketsFord Series: $25 Orchestra/Parterre $17 Mezzanine/BalconyArtist & Jazz Series: $8 All SeatsCampus Connections: $7 All Seats

TICKET PAYMENT INFORMATIONPlease note for tax purposes, ticket purchases must be separate from Friends of the Ford Center memberships and donations.

m I have enclosed my check payable to the University of Mississippi for $ ________________________________

m Please charge my ticket order of $ ________________________ m Visa m MasterCard

Account number ___________________________________________________ Exp. Date ________________

Name as it appears on card ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature _________________________________________ CVV ________ Email: ____________________________________________________

m Wheelchair access or other disability accommodation needed

MAIL TICKET ORDER FORM AND PAYMENT TO: UM Box OfficeP.O. Box 1848University, MS 38677-1848

We appreciate our Friends of the Ford Center!

See member benefits enclosed.

Ford CenterGertrude C.

for the Performing Arts

o I/We would like to contribute to the Friends program right now.

Enclosed is my tax-deductible contribution of $ ________________________

Please provide the following information: o Dr. o Mr. o Ms. o Mrs.

Name(s) _______________________________________________________

Address _______________________________________________________

City/State/ZIP __________________________________________________

Phone ________________________________________________________

Email ________________________________________________________

Name as you wish it to appear in “Friends of the Ford Center” listings

______________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________

Payment Informationo I have enclosed my check for $ ________________________

payable to the University of Mississippi Foundation.

o Please charge my Friends of the Ford Center membership.

o Visa o MasterCard o American Express

Account number ______________________________________

Exp. Date ______________ CVV code ____________________

Name as it appears on card ______________________________

Signature ____________________________________________

MAIL TO: UM Box Office P.O. Box 1848University, MS 38677-1848 02189

Join the Friends of the Ford Center

Join online at fordcenter.org/support

Ford CenterGertrude C.

for the Performing Arts

Friends of the Ford Center BenefitsIn addition to the satisfaction of helping bring excellent programming to the Ford Center, you will receive the following benefits according to each giving level.

Producer$2,500+

Director$1,000-$2,499

Artist$500-$999

Sponsor$250-$499

Fan$100-$249

Listing in Event Program X X X X X

Early Order for Series Tickets X X X X X

Friends Reception (during intermission) X X X X

Lobby Friends Roll X X X

An Invitation to All Masterclasses X X

One Reserved Parking Pass for Ford, Artist and Jazz Series Events X