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SeaSon at a Glance

on behalf of the many great people at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing arts, I welcome you to a brand new season of arts and culture.

as you turn the pages of this booklet, you will see just some of the artists and events we have planned for the 2014-15 season – from intimate concerts and laugh-out-loud comedy to Broadway musicals and oscar-winning films.

We also draw your attention to our signature series. These are the events that make us, us. Performances like slapstick sonata (making its U.s. debut on our stage), an evening with Groucho, and 360 all-stars will leave you amazed, laughing, crying and experiencing the many true feelings of live theater.

of course, we will unveil additional presentations throughout the season, so watch for our emails, follow us on Facebook and Twitter and bookmark our official website, www.kirbycenter.org.

so much of what we do is supported by our loyal members and corporate sponsors, to whom we extend our sincerest appreciation! If you are not yet a Kirby member, please become one, and you too will help to underwrite programming, maintain this beautiful building and preserve our community cultural asset.

as a Kirby member, you will also be among the First to Know about new shows, and the First to Buy tickets to each and every event.

Please join us as we step inside a wonderful new season at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing arts.

William M. Beekman, III Managing Director

Contact the Box Office at 570.826.1100

for additional show information!

Kirby Members Pre-Sale: Friday, May 16 @ 10:00 am

Public On-Sale: Friday, May 30 @ 10:00 am

More shows will be added throughout the season, so stay logged on to kirbycenter.org * Indicates shows already on sale

Dweezilla on the Road: Dweezil Zappa Guitar Master Class*

Friday, July 11th, 2014, 3:00 p.m.

Zappa Plays Zappa* Friday, July 11th, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

Winter Dance Party*

saturday, July 12th, 2014, 7:00 p.m.

Bill Maher*

sunday, July 27th, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

Robert Hunter*

Wednesday, July 30th, 2014, 7:30 p.m.

The Irish Rovers sunday, august 24th, 2014, 7:00 p.m.

A Bronx Tale

Friday, october 3rd, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

Slapstick Sonata

Friday, october 24th, 2014, 7:00 p.m.

360 All-Stars

Thursday, november 6th, 2014, 7:30 p.m.

An Evening with Groucho

Friday, november 21st, 2014, 7:30 p.m.

The Time Jumpers saturday, november 22nd, 2014, 8:00 p.m.

Bill Blagg’s Science of Magic

Wednesday, February 18th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

The Wizard of Oz

Tuesday, March 10th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

Celtic Woman

Friday, March 14th, 2015, 8:00 p.m.

Jekyll & Hyde

Friday, March 27th, 2015, 8:00 p.m.

The Hit Men

saturday, april 25th, 2015, 7:30 p.m.

Beauty & the Beast

Wednesday, april 29th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

The Teacher from the Black Lagoon

Thursday, May 14th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

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Dweezilla on the roaD: Dweezil zappa Guitar Master ClassFriday, July 11th, 2014, 3:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $75

For the price of a fuzz pedal, you can learn techniques from the son of Frank Zappa. In this one-hour class geared for guitarists of any skill level, Dweezil Zappa will preview the guitar concepts that have made him one of the world’s most respected guitarists.

zappa plays zappaFriday, July 11th, 2014, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $31, $41, $51 & $77

Dweezil Zappa returns to the Kirby Center with an all-new concert, once again bringing his father’s music back to life. a powerful tribute, the band will be playing some of the complex and mesmerizing pieces from Frank Zappa’s illustrious 30-year career.

Visit kirbycenter.org for More ShowsTo Make a Gift to The F.M. Kirby Center, please call 823-4599, ext 225 or visit our website at kirbycenter.org.

you Know...The F.M. Kirby Center distinguishes itself from other venues! It is the premier performing arts center in our region; the best place to see Broadway, comedians, concerts and cultural events that enrich our community!

Do you Know...• The F.M. Kirby Center is a nonprofit organization that

maintains a delicate balance between mission- and margin-driven shows.

• every year we choose 70-80 shows and films that will fulfill our cultural and educational mission.

• Since 1986, more than 70,000 children have attended our Young People’s Theater Series.

• as part of our Arts in Education program, Free Master Classes and Teachers In-Service workshops are taught by touring professionals at local schools and businesses.

• each season, the F.M. Kirby Center partners with 75 social service agencies to distribute over 1,500 free tickets to our underserved community.

• We preserve a historic icon, while at the same time promoting economic prosperity in downtown Wilkes-Barre.

The F.M. Kirby Center is an EITC participating organization.

By making a contribution to the Kirby Center’s arts in education program through eITC, your company can receive Pennsylvania state tax credit equal to 75% of your contribution, up to $300,000 a year. If your company commits to the program for two consecutive years, the credit will be 90% of your contribution.

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one Gift… Many rewarDs! Donors to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing arts support our mission to promote artistic quality, accessibility and education for all members of this community and beyond!

Donors reCeiVe…• First to Know! First to Buy! Benefits• Donor recognition• Special event invitations

GIvInG LEvELS:• Diamond - $1000• Platinum - $500• Gold - $250• silver -$100• Bronze - $50

CORPORATE PARTnERSHIPS BEGIn AT $2,500

The F.M. Kirby Center customizes benefits to meet our donors’ interests:

• show sponsorship

• e-marketing and social media recognition

• Ticket discounts

• Complimentary tickets

• Meeting and entertainment space

• onsite corporate recognition

• Kirby Center website recognition

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Comedy

winter DanCe party Saturday, July 12th, 2014, 7:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $27 & $37

The music lives again with this re-creation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper’s final tour. Hear all your 50s favorites, such as “That’ll Be the Day,” “La Bamba” and “Chantilly Lace” in the only tribute endorsed by the estates of the three rock legends.

Bill Maher Sunday, July 27th, 2014, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $51, $71 & $101

Bill Maher has spent the past 18 years setting the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on american television. His unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 23 emmy nominations.

roBert hunterWednesday, July 30th, 2014, 7:30 p.m. Ticket Prices: $31, $41 & $67

Legendary lyricist, singer and poet, Robert Hunter, brings a rare, intimate evening of music to the F.M. Kirby Center. Best known for his work with the Grateful Dead and for collaborating with Bob Dylan, Hunter was graciously awarded the Lifetime achievement award for songwriting at the 2013 americana Music Honors & awards.

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the tiMe JuMpers Saturday, november 22nd, 2014, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $34, $44, $54 & $77

anchored by the legendary Vince Gill and a slew of nashville’s greatest singers and songwriters, The Time Jumpers bring their combination of tight arrangements, soulful songs, brilliant soloists, and an irresistibly swinging rhythm section to the F.M. Kirby Center. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary performance!

CeltiC woMan Saturday, March 14th, 2015, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $61, $81 & $101

The unique musical ensemble known as Celtic Woman has emerged as both a spectacular commercial success and a genuine cultural phenomenon. Join us for this celebration of Ireland and spellbinding Celtic heritage through an extraordinary presentation of traditional Irish anthems, pop standards and original music.

the hit Men Saturday, April 25th, 2015, 7:30 p.m. Ticket Prices: $27, $37 & $47

experience the greatest hits of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s performed by the guys who wrote and played them. Reliving the magic they created on world stages and in recording studios years ago, The Hit Men bring hit after hit from acts, such as Frankie Valli and The Four seasons, elton John, and Tommy James and the shondells.

the irish roVersthe farewell tourSunday, August 24th, 2014, 7:00 p.m. $27, $37 & $77

With wit, a wink, a smile, The Irish Rovers visit the Kirby Center on The Farewell Tour. enjoy, for one last time, their irrepressible Irish charm and songs that have captivated audiences since 1964!

a Bronx tale Friday, October 3rd 2014, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $31, $41, $51, & $81

a Bronx Tale is a funny and touching memoir written by, and starring, Chazz Palminteri. Based on the 1996 film, Palminteri’s one man show brings 18 characters to life while vividly depicting a young boy’s rough childhood in the 1960s-era Bronx.

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slapstiCK sonata Friday, October 24th, 2014, 7:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $27 & $37

set to the music of Mozart, Handel and others, slapstick sonata is an absurd yet poetic theater piece without text or words. Visual poetry meets physical comedy with a dash of contemporary circus. Join us for this stunning performance, which will be making its U.s. debut on our stage!

360 all-stars Thursday, november 6th, 2014, 7:30 p.m. Ticket Price: $27

a circus like you’ve never seen before, 360 all-stars is sure to be a can’t miss performance. With break dancers, a basketball freestyler and Roue Cyr wheel artist in tow, this radical urban circus is sure to surprise and amaze.

an eVeninG with GrouCho Friday, november 21st, 2014, 7:30 p.m. Ticket Prices: $21.50 & $31.50

award-winning actor/director/playwright Frank Ferrante recreates his new York, London and PBs triumph as the legendary Groucho Marx in this fast-paced comedy packed with songs, stories and inspired audience interaction.

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JeKyll & hyDe Friday, March 27th, 2015, 8:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: $42, $52, & $62

Don’t miss this dark and dangerous love story from Tony and Grammy award nominee, Frank Wildhorn. Jekyll and Hyde returns in a stunning production that includes all of the classic songs that first grabbed audiences by the throat and transformed the show into a theatrical phenomenon.

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younG people’s theaterConsider it edutainment. It’s the best of both worlds as the F.M. Kirby Center provides school-day productions that are both entertaining and educational.

each performance comes with its own study guide that brings the lesson from the stage into the classroom. It’s affordable, too! Ticket prices are provided at a very low cost due to the support we receive from individuals, businesses and foundations.

teaChers’ in-serViCeTeachers, learn more about how you can earn act 48 credits, as the F.M. Kirby Center partners with n.e.I.U. 19 in offering a professional workshop aimed at helping teachers bring arts and education into their respective classrooms. our professional workshops also include a tour of our historic theater and a Q&a session with cast members.

Master ClassesWorking with national tour companies, the F.M. Kirby Center also provides Master Classes to students and teachers studying dance and theater. our Master Classes feature hands-on instruction direct from the touring professionals.

This season, we will hold Master Classes for students attending 360 all-stars, Groucho and daytime guitar lessons from Dweezil Zappa.

KirBy KiDzThe F.M. Kirby Center is also proud to once again partner with the Harris Conservatory for the arts to offer the Third annual Kirby Kidz summer Theater Workshop. This exciting program, unique to northeastern Pennsylvania, is designed to offer that “Kirby experience” to all aspiring school-age actors, singers and dancers.

The seven-week workshop begins at the end of June and focuses on acting technique, theater fundamentals, vocal performance, dance terminology and technique and much more. The children’s hard work culminates in two live performances on the Kirby Center stage. This year’s titles will be announced soon and will take place on august 15th and 16th, 2014.

To enroll your child in this exciting program, please call 570-718-0673.

Bill BlaGG’s sCienCe of MaGiC Wednesday, February 18th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

Back by popular demand, Bill Blagg takes students on a rare, exciting, never-before-seen journey that explores, firsthand, how magicians utilize science to create the impossible.

the wizarD of oz Tuesday, March 10th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

Follow the yellow brick road with Dorothy and friends in the favorite musical journey of all time! see The Wizard of oz, live-on-stage in a sparkling production that features a terrific cast, unforgettable songs and special effects, plus lots of audience participation.

Beauty & the Beast Wednesday, April 29th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

Through the magic of live musical theater, the all-time favorite, Beauty and the Beast, comes to life on the Kirby Center stage in a delightful production from american Family Theater’s Broadway for Kids.

the teaCher froM the BlaCK laGoon Thursday, May 14th, 2015, 10:00 a.m.

From a preening, purse-obsessed mouse to a grumpy bird to a boy in mortal fear of his teacher, all of your favorite children’s book characters converge in this fast-paced, musical revue. The award winning children’s production, Teacher from the Black Lagoon, is sure to deliver a whole bookshelf of fun.

YPTS PROUD SPONSORS: air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Bergman Foundation, edith Reynolds Trust, F.M. Kirby Foundation, Geisinger Health system, Grotto Pizza, Luzerne County Bar association Charitable Foundation, PnC, Marquis George MacDonald Foundation, Maslow Fund for the arts of the Luzerne Foundation, Metz Culinary Management, Mohegan sun at Pocono Downs, The Pennsylvania Council on the arts, The P&G Fund of The Greater Cincinnati Foundation, Quad3 Group, The Wells Fargo Foundation, Woodcock Foundation for the appreciation of the arts, Inc., Wegmans, M&T Bank, First Federal Charitable Foundation and Frontier Communications.

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All Young People’s Theater tickets are just $6.00 & every 16th ticket is FREE!

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new lower priceS! order with an estimate group number by

august 31st and be locked in for a special $5 per

ticket price with every 16th ticket, FRee. Final

numbers and 50% deposit due by october 31st.

order after august 31st and we still have a lower

rate of $6 per ticket with every 16th ticket, FRee.

her (r)Sunday, June 29th – 2 & 6pm

a lonely writer, played by Joaquin Phoenix, develops an unlikely relationship with his newly purchased operating system that’s designed to meet his every need in this award-winning spike Jonze drama. 2013, 126 min

2001: a spaCe oDyssey (G) Sunday, July 6th – 2 & 6pm

In stanley Kubrick’s landmark and mind-bending sci-fi epic, humanity finds a mysterious, obviously artificial, object buried beneath the Lunar surface and, with the intelligent computer H.a.L. 9000, sets off on a quest. 1968, 160 min

inVasion of the BoDy snatChers (nr) Sunday, July 13th – 2 & 6pm

In one of the most famous sci-fi films of all time, a small-town doctor learns that the population of his community is being replaced by emotionless alien duplicates, known as “pod people.” 1956, 80 min

star treK ii: wrath of Khan (pG) Sunday, July 20th – 2 & 6pm

With the aid of the enterprise crew, admiral Kirk must stop an old nemesis, Khan noonien singh, from using his son’s life-generating device, the Genesis Device, as the ultimate weapon. 1982, 113 min

TICKETS FOR ALL FILMS: $6.00 (Evening) $4.00 (Matinee) $3.00 (Students)

the Maltese falCon (nr) Sunday, August 10th – 2 & 6pm

a private detective, played by Humphrey Bogart, takes on a case that involves him with three eccentric criminals, a gorgeous liar and their quest for a priceless statuette. 1941, 100 min

MurDer on the orient express (pG) Sunday, August 17th – 2 & 6pm

adapted from the 1934 agatha Christie novel, detective Hercule Poirot, his train stopped in deep snow, is called on to solve a murder that occurred in his car the night before. 1974, 128 min

the thin Man (nr) Sunday, TBA

nick Charles (William Powell), a retired detective, and his wife nora (Myrna Loy) are attempting to settle down when he is pressed back into service when a friend disappears after a murder in this delightfully witty film. 1934, 91 min

rear winDow (pG) Sunday, August 31st – 2 & 6pm

an alfred Hitchcock classic, a wheelchair-bound photographer, played by Jimmy stewart, spies on his neighbors from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder. 1954, 112 min

the Great GatsBy (pG-13) Sunday, September TBA – 2 & 6pm

Leonardo DiCaprio and director Baz Luhrmann re-imagine the F.scott Fitzgerald classic novel in this 2013 visually dazzling film. 2013, 143 min

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You Know… The Kirby Center distinguishes itself from other venues! It is the premier performing arts center in our region; the best place to see Broadway, comedians, concerts and the only place in northeastern Pa to see opera!

Do you Know… The Kirby Center prides itself on arts in education. We foster an appreciation for the performing arts for our children and underserved. The following programs are part of Kirby Center arts in education.

Young People’s Theater series. Through this program, the Kirby Center has been offering affordable tickets to children’s theater performances for 25 years.

Community outreach. The Kirby is proud of our partnerships with local nonprofit organizations who serve the less fortunate members of our community, providing free tickets.

Master Classes. We provide the opportunity for free lessons with professionals who visit our region to perform at the Kirby Center, in the fields of ballet, dance and music.

Teacher arts Training. In this program educators are trained to integrate the arts into multi-disciplinary curricula and results in teachers earning continuing education credits accepted by the Pennsylvania Department of education.

artist outreach. When groups or individuals are unable to physically attend performances at the Kirby Center, we bring the Kirby Center to them!

Random acts of Culture The Kirby works with local performing artists and organizations, forming partnerships to bring the cultural arts into the public eye.

Donors receive… •First to Know! First to Buy! benefits

• Donor recognition

• special event invitations

kirby box office

Box Office Sales: Monday–Friday 10 am – 5 pm 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701

Kirby Center Phone Sales 570.826.1100 Online Sales kirbycenter.org Ticketmaster 800.745.3000

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it happeneD one niGht (nr) Sunday, October 12th – 2 & 6pm

This is the first film to ever win all 5 major academy awards! a spoiled heiress (Claudette Colbert), running away from her family, is helped by a man who’s actually a reporter (Clark Gable) looking for a story. 1934, 105 min

20 feet froM starDoM Sunday, September 28th – 2 & 6pm

In this academy award-winning documentary, backup singers live in a world that lies just beyond the spotlight. Their voices bring harmony to the biggest bands in popular music, but we’ve had no idea who these singers are or what lives they lead, until now. 2013, 91 min

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TICKETS FOR ALL FILMS: $6.00 (Evening) $4.00 (Matinee) $3.00 (Students)

the philaDelphia story (nr) Sunday, October 5th – 2 & 6pm

a socialite’s (Katherine Hepburn) wedding plans are complicated by the simultaneous arrival of her ex-husband (Cary Grant) and a tabloid magazine journalist (Jimmy stewart) in this classic romantic comedy. 1940, 112 min

BuilD your own suBsCription series Buy three or more shows: Receive 15% off May 16th, 2014–June 30th, 2014 Receive 10% off July 1st, 2014–June 30th, 2015

Group sales Groups of 20 or more receive 10% off

stuDent rush Receive 15% off individual seats in advance, and 50% off on day of show – with valid ID

senior Citizens (65 and older) , stuDents anD Military Receive 15% discount - with valid ID

Gift CertifiCates Fun shows make great gifts!

speCial serViCes Please call 570.826.1100 in advance with special needs for seating.

3-installMent payMent plan The Kirby Center now has a 3-installment payment plan option with which you pay 1/3 of your total subscription price now and two other 1/3 payments at a later date. Call the Kirby Center Box office for more information.

• All ticket sales are final. No refund or exchanges. • Discounts only valid on Kirby-presented shows. • Discounts subject to availability, and restrictions do apply. • Discounts cannot be combined with other offers. • Discounts must be purchased at the Kirby Center Box Office. • Tickets may be subject to applicable facility and convenience fees.