2006 Summer Season ON SALE NOW!
Dora the Explorer Live!, the Boston Pops, Country Superstar Hank Williams Jr., Jazz Master Dave Brubeck, and Pirates of Penzance are among Top Headliners at the Mountain Laurel Center.
The 2006 season also includes Cabaret Stars Michael Feinstein and Linda Eder, United States Military Academy Band, and “HippieFest 2006,” starring ’60s Rock Legends Country Joe McDonald, Mountain w/Leslie West, Canned Heat, and more
BUSHKILL, PA — Mountain Laurel Center for Performing Arts (MLCPA) announced the lineup for its 2006 summer season. The 2006 mainstage season, featuring eight acclaimed artists and ensembles, includes top headliners such as the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra conducted by Keith Lockhart, country superstar Hank Williams Jr., the legendary Dave Brubeck Quartet, and New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players fully-staged, swashbuckling production of The Pirates of Penzance.
Other performers include a rare collaboration between two of the nation’s leading song stylists Michael Feinstein and Linda Eder, the U.S. Army’s West Point Band, and “HippieFest 2006” featuring 1960s stars Country Joe McDonald, Mountain, Mitch Ryder, Rare Earth, The Lovin’ Spoonful, Melanie, and more. The season opens July 8 and 9 with multiple performances of the fully-staged Nickelodeon family show Dora the Explorer Live! Dora’s Pirate Adventure. Additional mainstage events and outdoor performances will be announced later.
Mountain Laurel Center’s CEO Richard T. Bryant, in unveiling the lineup of stars and shows, stated, “With the completion of our transaction with developer and philanthropist John Wolfington, we can now begin establishing Mountain Laurel Center as the performing arts destination it was meant to be — a destination that celebrates popular music, fine arts, children, families, and fun.”
Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased through Ticketmaster online or by phone at 570-693-4100.
The on-site box office at MLCPA will open June 12.
General admission free tickets for the United States Military Academy Band can be obtained only at the Mountain Laurel Center box office. Ticket prices and more information are available at www.mountainlaurelcenter.com.
MOUNTAIN LAUREL CENTER SUMMER 2006 PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
All events will be presented in the Tom Ridge Pavilion.
SATURDAY, JULY 8, 3pm and 6pm
SUNDAY, JULY 9, 1pm
DORA THE EXPLORER LIVE! DORA’S PIRATE ADVENTURE
It’s “Broadway for kids” and all-out family fun as intrepid Dora and her animal pals set sail in this colorful, musical play-along adventure. Children’s programming has no bigger star than the proudly bilingual Dora, whose award-winning Nickelodeon TV series is the number-one preschool show on television. Her pirate quest is filled with colorful sights and puzzling problems that children will help solve along the way. Each show includes gentle, age-appropriate lessons, including Spanish, math and music skills.
Inside reserved seating: $15-$25. Lawn seating not available.
SATURDAY, JULY 22, 8pm
HANK WILLIAMS JR.
A titan of the country rock scene, Hank Williams Jr. has carved out a career very different from that of his famous father. His string of hits —spun out in 70 albums over the past three decades — includes “Texas Woman,” “Dixie on My Mind,” “Honky Tonkin,” “Born to Boogie,” “Family Tradition,” as well as “There’s a Tear in My Beer” (an electronic duet with his late dad). His devotion to patriotism and American pride have brought Hank even more fans, and his concerts are nothing less than rowdy parties that celebrate the raw power of his music. Make this show your “Family Tradition.”
Inside reserved seating: $45-$65. Lawn seating: $25.
SATURDAY, JULY 29, 8 pm
UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY BAND
West Point’s band is the U.S. Army’s oldest active band, tracing its roots to the Revolutionary War fife-and-drum bands of George Washington’s troops. The band’s concerts, parades and events attract thousands of visitors to the United States Military at West Point. Its standards of excellence and commitment continue to be a source of pride for the U.S. Army and the nation. Commit yourself and your family to a night of musical superiority.
Admission to this event is free.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 3, 8pm
THE DAVE BRUBECK QUARTET
More than any other artist during the past half-century, pianist-composer Dave Brubeck has expanded the public’s perception of jazz, creating innovative poly-rhythms and melodic lines that are the very essence of cool. His smash hits “Take Five” and “Blue Rondo a la Turk” are touchstones of the musical genre. Now in his mid-80s and going strong, Brubeck is still hip, still timeless, still essential, still kicking out sublime grooves. Brubeck brings his most recent quartet, Bobby Militello, Michael Moor and Randy Jones, to the Mountain Laurel Center. Be a part of this amazing legend.
Inside reserved seating: $25-$35. Lawn seating: $20.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 11, 7pm
HIPPIEFEST 2006
Starring Mitch Ryder, Rare Earth, Country Joe McDonald, Felix Cavaliere’s Rascals, The Lovin’ Spoonful, Mountain w/ Leslie West and Corky Laing, Badfinger w/ Joey Molland, Melanie, Canned Heat, Denny Laine and MC by Wavy Gravy
Return to the flowery, phantasmagorical days of the 1960s with the all-star HippieFest 2006 — and don’t forget your love beads! This celebration of the ’60s counterculture features some of the top names of the era — from Mitch Ryder of Detroit Wheels fame to Lovin’ Spoonful. The dance-on-your seats sound of Rare Earth and the gentle music of flower-power Melanie contrast with the burning boogie of Canned Heat, the power pop of Badfinger, and the classic rock of The Rascals and Moody Blues singer-guitarist Denny Laine. Relive your past with this once-in-a-lifetime festival.
Inside reserved seating: $35-$55. Lawn seating: $25.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 12, 8pm
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN AND LINDA EDER
Cabaret fans, rejoice! Two of the genre’s finest share the bill for an evening of music drawn from the great American songbook. Four-time Grammy nominee Feinstein is often credited with reviving American standards, bringing the music of Cole Porter, George Gershwin and Irving Berlin to a new generation of audiences. Linda Eder made her Broadway debut in Jekyll & Hyde, winning acclaim for her powerful golden voice, and has also made a name for herself on the concert and cabaret circuit. In addition to their solos, the two will duet on such timeless classics as “Some Enchanted Evening,” “Both Sides Now,” “I’d Rather Leave While I’m in Love” and “That’s the Glory of Love.” Be there for an evening with two powerhouse performers.
Inside reserved seating: $30-$45. Lawn seating: $20.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, 8pm
NEW YORK GILBERT & SULLIVAN PLAYERS, Albert Bergeret, Artistic Director in
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
The dynamic performers of the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players present an exuberant production of the best-loved work in the G&S repertoire: the rollicking Pirates of Penzance. Since its debut in New York in 1879 (the only G&S work to receive its premiere in the U.S.), Pirates has been cherished for its effervescent score, swashbuckling buccaneers, bumbling British bobbies, frolicksome Victorian maidens and the delightfully dotty “model of a modern Major-General.” This musical-theater masterpiece, directed by Albert Bergeret with choreography by Bill Fabris, includes a live orchestra, chorus and powerful soloists. Sail your way to the show and let Pirates steal your heart away!
Inside reserved seating: $25-$45. Lawn seating not available.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23, 8pm
BOSTON POPS ESPLANADE ORCHESTRA
With special guest ROCKAPELLA
Conducted by KEITH LOCKHART
America’s most-recorded, most-televised, and most-favorite orchestra returns to the Mountain Laurel Center under the baton of its charismatic conductor, Keith Lockhart. Founded in 1855 when a group of Boston Symphony musicians presented a concert of “light music of the best class,” the Boston Pops showcase familiar classical and pop tunes that all ages can enjoy. Their MLC program will feature special guest Rockapella, the a capella vocal ensemble that has become an international sensation. The concert will consist of three-part programs. Starting with an opening section of light classical music, followed by a middle section featuring a classical or popular soloist. Lastly, a conclusion featuring music from 1970s Movies, TV and Broadway, including “Star Wars,” “The Godfather,” “M*A*S*H,” “Saturday Night Fever,” “Happy Days,” “Dallas,” “A Chorus Line,” “Evita” and “Sweeney Todd.”
Inside reserved seating: $45-$65. Lawn seating: $25.
For ticket prices, ordering, please visit www.mountainlaurelcenter.com or call TicketMaster, 570.693.4100.
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