McAninch Arts CenterAt College of DuPage

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The High Kings

Darren HoldenFinbarr ClancyBrian Dunphy

George Murphy

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Saturday, March 16, 8 p.m.Belushi Performance Hall

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ABOUTTen years ago, four Irish singers, performers and songwriters decided to take a calculated risk. The constituent parts of The High Kings each had a wealth of history in the music business behind them, but knew that in order to maintain any level of creative interest they would have to boldly go where no other Irish ballad group had gone before. In truth, back in the mid-late noughties, Ireland needed a group like The High Kings. The heyday of ballad groups such as The Clancy Brothers and The Dubliners was a distant memory for generations of music fans, and to have another bunch of Irish lads taking up the baton and continuing the tradition was great news to thousands of fans worldwide.

“We could sing well, play our instruments well and harmonize well,” says Darren Holden, humbly underselling somewhat the numerous skill sets of the individual members. “People were looking for guys with character, presence—not just cardboard cut-outs—so the respective experience we all had wasn’t just helpful but essential.” The four members immediately knew that something special was taking place (“we knew within the space of a few songs that there was magic”), and within months had clicked as a creative unit as well as friends.

The self-titled debut album, released in 2008, reached a highly impressive number two on Billboard Magazine’s World Music chart. It was during The High Kings second tour of the United States in 2011, however—having graduated from playing small venues to larger halls as they promoted their follow-up album, Memory Lane, which also crashed into Billboard’s World Music chart—that everyone involved realized the fan base was growing into something that no one had predicted. Subsequently, the group’s tour of Ireland sold out within hours. “We didn’t expect that,” admits Holden, “and then about three gigs into that tour we realized we had touched not only a nerve but also a memory. People loved what we were doing, and they would tell us after the shows that what we did and how we were doing it meant so much to them—they had waited years for a group like us.”

As if that wasn’t good enough, The High Kings received the stamp of approval from the likes of Christy Moore and, perhaps more pertinently, Ronnie Drew, the lead singer of The Dubliners, and the man behind one of Ireland’s most recognizable and enduring ballad voices. The High Kings had achieved what many had thought improbable, if not impossible: they were moving the Irish ballad tradition into the here and now, carrying along with them the steadfast older fans while simultaneously bringing it to a new audience. “The gigs were getting bigger and bigger, and we felt we were breaking down barriers.”

More was to come in 2013 with the group’s third studio album, Friends for Life, which featured original songs among the traditional fare. Such an undertaking had always been discussed, reveals Holden. “On Memory Lane, we stuck to the tried and tested formula, and that was a really good plan, because the album sold very well. But with Friends for Life, which was originally planned as another covers record, we worked with Sharon Shannon, who co-produced, and that changed things significantly for us. She initially heard one of our songs—“Oh Maggie,” which I wrote—and she really thought it should be included. And then several more songs written by group members followed.” According to Holden, The High Kings stepped out of the shadows by taking the original songwriting route. “We were delighted! We felt the songs were really good, and we sensed it was the next step. We finally sensed we were about to embark on a new chapter for The High Kings, rather than repeat the approach we took on the first two albums.”

ABOUTStepping out of the shadows inevitably threw light onto their own songwriting talents. Credibility, too? “Absolutely. With versions of well-known or previously written songs, you can get four people talented enough who are very handy singing them, but with original songs you mark your own territory, you stand out. And we were lucky, thankfully—we had a couple of original songs that were hits in various parts of the world.” The development of original songwriting—ballad-style but with contemporary touches—from each member of The High Kings continues apace, but balance must be maintained. To a degree, expectations have to be met while still moving specific creative elements forward, which is why the group’s fourth studio album, Grace & Glory, takes them back to the essentials that kick-started their career in the first place. “We felt it was the right time to park the original songs for a while,” says Brian Dunphy. “We did a two-year tour for the Friends for Life album, and then we put out a live show album/DVD—Four Friends Live. That was received so well that we felt a back-to-basics approach—traditional ballad songs with new arrangements—would be good.”

To say that The High Kings are charting a new course for Irish ballad music—equal parts rousing and reflective, energetic and insightful—is an understatement. They are, essentially, marking out a new and bright era for Irish folk music, and aiming to bring a broad demographic along for the journey. With 2016’s Grace & Glory, the band widened their appeal and fan base, as Clancy affirmed. “There is something for everybody on the album, and any doubters out there might just discover there’s a whole lot more to us than perceptions would have them believe. Previous High Kings albums have been stepping-stones, but this one sees us on top of things.”

2017 saw the band continue with intensive touring of Ireland, the UK and America, in tandem with a rapid growth in their digital and online profile. It is also the year that the band reached its tenth anniversary which has been marked with a very special compilation celebrating a decade of outstanding songs and performances. The departure of original High King Martin Furey and the arrival of young-gun George Murphy has brought a new hunger to the High Kings and their audiences alike.

The November 2017 release of DECADE-BEST OF THE HIGH KINGS was received with rave reviews and record sales figures with the band again topping the Irish Album Charts and returning to the Billboard World Music Charts once again.

The DECADE World Tour promises a joyous trip down Memory Lane, to the music and song ofyesteryear, this time performed in a contemporary style and arrangement that still remains true to the original. Here’s to the next 10 years . . . Here’s to The High Kings . . .

McAninch Arts CenterAt College of DuPage

Presents

Billboard #1 Recording Artists and Three-time Emmy Award Winners

THE TEXAS TENORS:RISE LIVE ON TOUR

Marcus CollinsJC Fisher

John Hagen

featuring “The 3 Bottle Band”

Ryan Hurn—drumsLarry Hanson—bass, acoustic guitar

Mitch Keirsey—electric and acoustic guitar, mandolinJosh Hanlon—keyboards

This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

Sunday, March 17, 4 p.m.Belushi Performance Hall

For the great Gaels of Ireland are the men that God made mad,For all their wars are merry, and all their songs are sad.

- G.K. Chesterton, The Ballad of the White Horse

Traditional Irish music is an oral tradition whose origins can be traced back to when the Celts first arrived in Ireland, almost 2,000 years ago. Although the Celts traveled through Spain, France and Britain, it is in Ireland that their tradition has best survived. The Celts were influenced by music of the East, and it is believed that the traditional Irish harp originated in Egypt.

Irish music traditions have been passed on from generation to generation by listening and learning by ear, a practice still encouraged today. But why has Irish music remained so important to the people of Irish descent? It is because the history of the Irish is enshrined in their ballads. These songs have become an important source for preserving and sharing the stories of the Irish and emigrant communities.

Irish people have suffered greatly over the centuries through wars, invasions, famines, evictions, and oppression, but the spirits and love of music is what has survived. During the Great Famine of the 1840s, one million people died, and it’s estimated that another two million emigrated. On leaving Ireland, the immigrants brought with them their songs and music. Soon a traditional Irish music network was established in New York, Chicago and Boston — where there were large concentrations of Irish populations. Those who were driven from their homeland used song and dance to keep their memories of home alive.

By the 1920s, the first recordings of Irish musicians were made in the USA, and these recordings made their way back to Ireland, which had a dramatic effect on the musical traditions back in Ireland. In the US, dance tunes were faster and pianos were used as an accompanying instrument and this was adopted back at home. But it wasn’t until the 1950s & 60s when Irish music found a wider audience beyond Irish pubs and homes, and served a purpose beyond something to be danced to. Sean O’Riada established “Ceoltoiri Chualann” — a band of traditional musicians with the aim of creating new music built on the traditions of the past. He developed a formula of playing solos within the group. Their music was to be listened to, not dance to.

The High Kings credit their musical style to The Clancy Brothers — Paddy, Tom, Bobby and Liam, four of the nine children from a musical family born in Carrick-on-Suir, Tipperary, Ireland, who immigrated to Toronto, and then to Ohio and later New York City. Their first album used a reliable formula: songs about drinking and Irish rebels. They infused their music with fast-paced American folk, jazz style improvisation and banter of beat poets/comedians. As legend has it, the Clancys’ mother sent over four thick, white Aran sweaters so her boys could stave off New York’s winter chill, and that is what they were wearing when they hit it big on The Ed Sullivan Show. In the end The Clancy Brothers became just as famous for their sweaters as their music.

The High Kings are charting a new course for the Irish ballad — equal parts rousing and reflective, energetic and insightful. Ireland has given us an ancient nation of musicians and storytellers. The fusion of the two traditions has produced songs of immeasurable proportions whose themes range from deeply political to obscene, from tragedy of heartbreak to the tragedy of a brewery strike, from revolutionary triumph to extra-marital parody.

~ Janey Sarther, MAC Education and Community Engagement Coordinator

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MAC BITES — A Taste of the Show

JOHN HAGEN has been described as “astonishing, a superb tenor of deep musicality.” He made his Lincoln Center debut in New York City in Teatro Grattacielo’s mounting of Mascagni’s Gulglielmo Ratcliff. Hagen created three

tenor roles in the world premiere of The Lost Dauphin for Pamiro Opera airing on PBS. He has performed a vast array of operatic roles ranging from Alfredo in La Traviata, to the title role of Otello for Cleveland Opera on tour. He is highly regarded for his performances of the Verdi Requiem and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9, having performed these works with more than a dozen symphonies across the United States. He has received many awards throughout his career including finalist in the New Jersey Opera Association of Verismo Opera competition held at Carnegie Hall, Metropolitan Opera Auditions Regional Finalist, and winner of numerous other competitions. Hagen has taught voice and vocal pedagogy at Wartburg College and at his alma mater, the University of Northern Iowa.

MARCUS COLLINS was born in a small town and began performing at the age of four. He first learned how to sing by emulating his favorite artists like Garth Brooks, George Michael and Freddie Mercury before training classically in college.

Collins has performed throughout the world on cruise ships and numerous stage productions including a performance in Times Square with the Broadway cast of Hairspray, Off-Broadway’s Altar Boyz as Matthew, and Permission: A Rock Musical. He also starred in multiple productions

of The Sound of Music in the roles of Kurt, Rolf and Uncle Max. Beyond music he has worked extensively as an actor with appearances in more than 100 episodes of network television and 25 films including P.S. I Love You, Semi-Pro, Delirious, 30 Rock, Sex and the City, recurring roles on One Life to Live and As the World Turns, and a Guest VJ on MTV’s TRL. One of his favorite roles was appearing as Edward Carnby in the video game Alone in the Dark for Eden Games in 2008.

JC FISHER has entertained audiences around the world for the past 15 years. In high school, he had a passion for sports and also enjoyed singing in church. He discovered a deeper love for singing at Wichita State University, where he

earned his bachelor’s degree in Music. Fisher performed various roles including Rodolfo in La Boheme, Tamino in The Magic Flute, Ernesto in Don Pasquale, Henrick in A Little Night Music and even Miss America’s duet partner at the 1997 Miss Kansas Pageant. After college, Fisher traveled to Lucca, Italy, where he sang in the Puccini festival under the direction of acclaimed Italian maestro Lorenzo Malfatti. He then created a home base in Katy, TX, before sailing the high seas aboard more than 75 cruise ships worldwide as a guest entertainer. This allowed Fisher to create a show featuring many different genres of music and world class arrangements, which eventually led to his idea of forming The Texas Tenors. After many years of traveling and concerts, his most memorable performance is still one from college where he found his future wife. Jennifer Vannatta, Miss Kansas 1998, married Fisher in 2004 and they have three children.

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Since their whirlwind debut 10 years ago on NBC’s hit show, America’s Got Talent, The Texas Tenors have accumulated a long list of awards, accolades and an enthusiastic fan base, which includes three Emmy Awards for their first PBS special, You Should Dream. This Fall, TTT debuted their second PBS special, Rise, in addition to the release of their brand new album of the same name. Rise has been a Billboard chart topper since its premiere. The group has performed more than 1,300 concerts around the world including a 24-city tour in the UK and China, and have collaborated with some of the most prestigious symphony orchestras in the United States, which include the Cleveland Pops, House Symphony and the Pittsburgh Symphony to name a few. They were recently named the #10 Classical Artists in the world, according to Billboard Magazine.

From Bruno Mars to Puccini, Marcus Collins, John Hagen and JC Fisher treat audiences to a unique blend of country, classical, Broadway and current pop music. They use breathtaking vocals, humor and a touch of cowboy charm to create an unforgettable live show.

The Texas Tenors have also used their talent beyond concert halls. They have been featured entertainers on NBC’s The Today Show, Hallmark’s Home and Family and The 28th Annual Cinematheque Awards honoring Matthew McConaughey, to name a few. Other notable performances have included NBA games, the PBR World Championships in Las Vegas and a variety of charity events. Hagen, Collins and Fisher are always ready to give back and promote awareness for organizations near and dear to their hearts, including The Child Fund International, Homes for our Troops and The Mission Project.

The Texas Tenors proudly remain self-produced and managed with a commitment to quality, family entertainment for all ages. Whether it be stage, television, recording or multi-media projects, these “three friends with a dream” never forget their roots.

The Child Fund International: childfund.org Home for our Troops: hfotusa.orgThe Mission Project: themissionproject.orgFor more information about The Texas Tenors’ tour, charts and milestones please visit: www.thetexastenors.com

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Michael LembkeMr. and Mrs. Matthew LemmeMs. Virginia LennonMr. Anthony LettsElaine Libovicz and the Elaine

Libovicz Donor Advised Fund - Edward Jones

Mr. and Mrs. Robert LoizziMs. Theresa M. LongLouise and John MaggittMr. and Mrs. Edward MakauskasMr. and Mrs. Atis MakstenieksEdward J. MallyMadeleine and Ralph MarbachMr. Robert MarksMs. Brandee MartinWilliam and Margaret MatteRichard and Mary Ellen MatthiesMr. and Mrs. John P. MaxsonJames and Kimberley McDonnellLucia and Jim McGinnMs. Jennifer A. McIntoshKaren Micaka and Tom DekantMs. Mary C. MichnaMr. and Mrs. Francis MiesMr. and Mrs. Craig MillerJerry and Brigitte MillerMs. Judith MillerRalph and Nancy MillerColleen and Dale MoirThomas and Carol FateMr. and Mrs. Michael MoonMrs. Marilyn MooreMs. Kimberly G. MorrisThe Morton ArboretumMr. and Mrs. David W. MortonBud and Pat Motz

Ms. Linda MotzJoan MuellerMr. and Mrs. John MurphyMrs. Audrey NadelMs. Barbara NagengastErnest and JoAnne NassosKatherine NorrisBetty and John NorthMr. John L. NortonJean and Joanne OliphantGwen O’LoughlinShirley OrloppMs. Patricia OvermyerAlice E. PackardSarah PackardMr. and Mrs. Maynard L.

Parker, Jr.Mr. C. Alan ParksJames and Christine PattersonMs. Samantha PattersonRobert PendleburyMr. Nick PetrosRohan and Merlyn PhillipsMr. and Mrs. Wayne A. PiccinMs. Helen PierceRoger and Sarah PoeppelMr. and Mrs. Charles PolitoAnna Marie PollMrs. Patricia PolonusPorchlight Music TheatreMary Lou PorterMs. Denise PriceMs. Marilyn PrideRoger and Vivian PschererAlicia and Marshall PufundtTom and Karen PulverMs. Kathryn PurdyMrs. Stephanie QualioMr. and Mrs. Aleksandar

RadovicMr. Herbert RaffelJohn and Mandy RakowMr. William RaymondRealty Club of ChicagoMaryEllen ReedyMs. Tracey J. ReidMr. John Ridgeway

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Patricia RoseDuane and Elaine RossMs. Patricia M. RotondiMs. Dani RozekThe Honorable and

Mrs. Richard D. RussoBill and Sharron SailorMs. Laura SamperJaney SartherMs. Barbara ScalzittiMr. and Mrs. William G. ScanlanMs. Lenore SchachtSharol and William SchwassMr. and Mrs. A. C. SchwethelmKen and Trish ScottDr. Thomas R. ScottMs. Elizabeth Shaffer-McCarthyMr. Joseph L. SheehanCapt. and Mrs. Henry SheldonMs. Patricia SkupienMr. and Mrs. James H. SmithMr. Neal SmithMr. Jim SotirakosJean SpitzerDr. Christopher StackEllen and Grier StephensonMr. and Mrs. A. G. StithCarol StoffelConrad and Janet StollMs. Billie S. StraussMelissa StriedlDr. and Mrs. William (Norma)

StronerMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. SuhrburMr. and Mrs. Kennan R. SullivanGrace and Len SwansonMs. Helen B. SzymanskiAnthony and Mona TaylorTerrence J. Taylor and

Maureen Sullivan TaylorVirginia and Jerry ThompsonPaul ThompsonMr. and Mrs. Charles ThurstonMr. and Mrs. James N. TitusTom and Teri TraceyMr. Daniel TrasattMs. Tiffany Tricroce

Ms. Cynthia TrowbridgeMr. Steve TsaiMr. and Mrs. Joseph A. TurekMr. and Ms. Anthony J. VahcicMs. Harriet VakosEugenio and Carmen ValdesVillage Links of Glen EllynMarilee ViolaMark and Ruthe VitaleMs. Jacqueline VlamingMr. and Mrs. Michael VolkLucy and George VorickKay WahlgrenPenelope WainwrightDr. and Mrs. Edward Walsh, D.D.S.Mr. and Ms. Alan S. WalterMr. Tim WardMr. and Mrs. Edward WarmowskiWarren’s Ale HouseWaterleafMr. and Mrs. Anthony J.

WdowiarzMs. Susan WeberJudy WebsterMr. and Mrs. Dennis WeeksPatricia and Richard WeichleMr. Brian WeickMr. and Mrs. John WheatleyWheaton Chamber of

CommerceRobert and Jeanne WhislerLyn and Debbie WhistonMs. Sandra WildermuthMr. Chuck WingeMr. Chris WinstonMs. Eileen WinterMr. and Mrs. Harvey

WischnowskiMrs. Iris S. WitkowskyMr. Justin WitteMs. Rebecca WolvertonJohn YoungDiane Meiborg and

Roger ZacekHelene S. ZarconeMs. Michelle ZiebellMargot C. and Arthur Zwierlein

Corporate and Community Sponsors

Adelle’s Fine American FareArts MidwestBrookdale Glen EllynCabernet & CompanyThe ClubhouseCollege of DuPage FoundationDoubleTree by Hilton Lisle

NapervilleDuPage FoundationFollettGlen PrairieHoulihan’sI Have a BeanIllinois Arts Council AgencyL.L.BeanNational Endowment for the ArtsNothing Bundt CakesParkers’ Restaurant and BarReserve 22Smith Financial Advisors Inc.Sullivan Taylor, Gumina &

Palmer, P.C.Travanse Living of WheatonWeber Grill90.9FM WDCB98.7 WFMT

FRIENDS OF THE MAC

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MAC Administrative StaffDirector of the McAninch Arts Center .................................................................................................. Diana MartinezMarketing and Donor Relations Coordinator ...........................................................................................Roland RaffelBusiness Manager ..............................................................................................................................Ellen McGowanCleve Carney Art Gallery Curator .............................................................................................................. Justin WitteGallery Assistant .................................................................................................................................... Heidi Holmes Education and Community Engagement Coordinator ............................................................................. Janey SartherDirector of Development for Cultural Arts ...............................................................................................Janie OldfieldGraphic Design and Group Sales Coordinator .......................................................................................Kat Kazmierski Administrative Assistant ........................................................................................................................Mandy RakowAssistant Business Manager ................................................................................................................ Molly JunokasClerical Assistant ............................................................................................................................... Karen Robinson

MAC Box Office and Front of House StaffBox Office Manager ...................................................................................................................................Julie ElgesBox Office Assistants .........................................................Julie Good, Rachel Krusec, Kali Sheldon, Natalie WawczakPatron Service Manager ........................................................................................................................... Tom MurrayFront of House Manager ............................................................................................................................Rob NardiniFront of House Assistant .......................................................................................................................Chris Corrigan

MAC Resident Professional EnsemblesBuffalo Theatre Ensemble, Artistic Director ............................................................................Connie Canaday HowardBuffalo Theatre Ensemble, Associate Artistic Director ........................................................................... Amelia BarrettBuffalo Theatre Ensemble, Business Manager ......................................................................................... Bryan BurkeNew Philharmonic, Conductor and Music Director ..................................................................................Kirk MusprattNew Philharmonic, Associate Conductor and Librarian ....................................................................... Benjamin NadelNew Philharmonic Manager ................................................................................................................... Paula Cebula

MAC Design and Technical StaffTechnical Production Coordinator .................................................................................................................Jon GanttTechnical Director ............................................................................................................................ Michael W. MoonCostume and Make-up Design Coordinator .................................................................................... Kimberly G. MorrisAssistant Costume Coordinator and Stitcher ................................................................................... Gretchen Woodley Production Manager................................................................................................................................. Joe HopperAssistant Production Managers ...............................................................Ben Johnson, Elias Morales, Sabrina ZeidlerSound and Lighting Specialist .........................................................................................................Thomas PlummerStage Hands ...................................................................................................................Bobby Bryan, Caitlyn Woods

HOUSE NOTES• Mailing List: If this is your first visit to the McAninch

Arts Center, please stop by our Box Office to add your name to our mailing list or register your email at www.AtTheMAC.org.

• Cameras and recording devices are not allowed in the theater and are prohibited by our contracts with the artists.

• Smoking is not permitted in the theater or on campus.• For your comfort and security, all backpacks and large

bags must be checked.• Electronic pagers and patrons’ seat locations should be

given to the House Manager, who will notify you in the event of a call. Patrons wearing wristwatch alarms or carrying cellular phones are respectfully requested to turn them off while in the theater.

• Emergency phone number at College of DuPage Police Department for after-hour calls is (630) 942-2000.

• Latecomers seated at discretion of the House Manager.

• Groups of 10 or more may contact Kat Kazmierski at (630) 942-3026 or kazmierskik@cod.edu to arrange for group discounts.

• If you notice a spill in the theater, please notify an usher.• McAninch Arts Center volunteers are people

who assist the house staff in areas of ticket taking, ushering and general management during performances. To get involved, call (630) 942-3705.

• For Americans With Disabilities Act accommodations, call (630) 942-2141 (voice) or (630) 858-9692 (TDD).

• Infrared Assistive Listening Devices: For audience members who desire audio amplification of performances, headsets with individual volume controls are now available. You may check out the headsets at the Ticket Office with a credit card or driver’s license. Underwritten by a generous gift from The Knowles Foundation.