Wed Dec 2nd, 2009 Leapin' lizards! Annie is coming to the State Theatre! The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including "It's the Hard-Knock Life," "Easy Street," "N.Y.C." and the ever-optimistic "Tomorrow," Annie is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family. Don't miss this all-new production that Variety calls "a winner!"
7th Annual Christmas Rocks! Extravaganza BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA Brian Setzer Website Thu Dec 3rd, 2009 Brian Setzer is back again to get your holidays rockin' like no one else can! Widely credited as single-handedly resurrecting two forgotten genres of music (rockabilly in the '80's and swing in the '90's), Setzer has created what is undoubtedly the most exciting annual rockin' Christmas event on the planet. With his mind-blowing 18-piece big band in tow, this multi-platinum, 3-time Grammy Award winner will blast through a set of Christmas classics from his best-selling "Christmas Rocks!" CD, plus many other hits from his storied 30-year career. Prior years' performances sold out fast, so be sure to get your tickets early!
Thu Dec 10th, 2009 The acclaimed Irish ensemble Danú celebrates a traditional Irish Christmas with An Nollaig in Éirinn (Christmas in Ireland). Celtic music lovers around the globe have been thrilled by the ensemble's virtuoso players on fiddle, flutes, button accordion, percussion and the gorgeous voice of Muirinn Nic Amhlaoibh. Winner of major awards from the BBC and Irish Music Magazine, Danú returns to the US this December with special guests and a glorious celebration of Christmas from their homeland.
THE 2009 JIMMY STURR CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Special Guest Tommy Cash Jimmy Sturr Website Sat Dec 12th, 2009 A holiday tradition at the State Theatre, Jimmy Sturr and his orchestra return with the 2009 Jimmy Sturr Holiday Spectacular - with special guest Tommy Cash
Sun Dec 13th, 2009 The magical and timeless holiday tale comes to life as the Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker returns! A classic for the whole family, the production features hand-painted sets, larger than life puppets and breathtaking scenic design, including a new magical clock. The repertory features Christina Terentieva, voted the #1 prima ballerina at the 2008 Varna International Ballet Competition. THE ONLY AREA NUTCRACKER WHERE IT SNOWS OVER THE AUDIENCE!
Come early for Photos with Santa in the Alvin H. Butz Gallery!
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