Summary When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life. Moving between past and present, Alison relives her unique childhood playing at the family’s Bechdel Funeral Home, her growing understanding of...
Participants will be challenged to reconsider and reexamine concepts of urban revitalization from new perspectives while sitting amongst neighbors and new friends. Opening the series on January 30th is Majora Carter, acclaimed author of Reclaiming Your Community: You Don’t Have to Move out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One. Majora Carter is...
Jim Brickman’s distinctive piano style and captivating live performances have revolutionized the popularity of instrumental music, making him a driving force behind modern American music. The hit-making songwriter is the best-selling solo pianist of our time, earning 22 Number One albums and 32 Top 20 Radio Singles. He’s garnered two Grammy nominations, Gospel Music’s Dove...
The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater is a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and juggling skills of Gregory Popovich, and the talents of his furry costar. There are more than 25 pets in the show, each one has been rescued from animal shelters and given a new leash on life! They love to...
What's better than a fully staged musical? Fully staged scenes from lots and lots of musicals (and plays)! The RYOT Workshop Showcase will offer opportunities for young actors to work one on one and in small ensembles with director Lori Turner and other guest professionals to develop and grow vocal skills, hone their acting chops...
The Mansfield Symphony presents a concert side by side with members of the Mansfield Symphony Youth Orchestra, performing Tchaikovsky’s Capriccio Italien, Ginastera’s Four Dances from “Estancia,” and Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition. Conducted by Octavio Más-ArocasYouth Orchestra Conducted by Stephen Domka Featured Repertoire Capriccio Italien—Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893) Four Dances from "Estancia", Op. 8a—Alberto Ginastera...
The Renaissance Theatre will host the second of its three Teddy Bear Concerts of the 2023–2024 Mechanics Bank Education Series on Sunday, February 18 at 2:30 PM. The concert is entitled “Peter and the Wolf” and features an original script by Michael Thomas, that features audience participation, interactive storytelling with local actors, and live musicians...
A Chorus Line is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. Exploring the inner lives and bittersweet ambitions of professional Broadway performers, the...