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Wed., June 1 7:30pm Thu., June 2 7:30pm $49 • $59 • $69 Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to York! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. A classic musical love story, filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes and dazzling production numbers including Be Our Guest and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! Princess Tea Party • 6:00pm • $15 Limited seating. Details online. 50 N. George St. York, PA 17401 2010 - 2011 SEASON Presenting sponsor: For tickets: 717-846-1111 strandcapitol.org Media Sponsor: The most beautiful love story ever told,.. L ive on stage!

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This season is brimming with Broadway, music, variety, comedy, dance and more! Get your tickets early as many performances may sell quickly!

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Wed., June 1 7:30pm

Thu., June 2 7:30pm

$49 • $59 • $69

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to York! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. A classic musical love story, filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes and dazzling production numbers including Be Our Guest and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast!

Princess Tea Party • 6:00pm • $15Limited seating. Details online.

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Presenting sponsor:

For tickets: 717-846-1111 • strandcapitol.org

Media Sponsor:

The most beautiful love story ever told,.. Live on stage!

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Sat., Apr. 9 2:00 & 7:30pm$52 • $62 • $72

WINNER 8 TONY AWARDS INCLUDING BEST MUSICAL! Through “The most gorgeous Broadway score this decade” (Entertainment Weekly), this landmark musical explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with unforgettable poignancy and passion. A group of late 19th century German students navigates teenage self-discovery and coming-of-age anxiety in this powerful celebration of youth and rebellion in an electrifying fusion of morality, sexuality and rock & roll that is exhilarating audiences across the nation like no other musical in years.

“Broadway may never be the same again!” – NY Times

Sat., Dec. 4 3:00 & 8:00pm

Sun., Dec. 5 3:00pm $59 • $69 • $79MAMMA MIA! is the ultimate feel-good show that has audiences coming back again and again to relive the thrill. Now it’s your turn to have the time of your life at this smash-hit musical that combines ’s greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, S.O.S., Super Trouper, Take A Chance on Me and The Winner Takes It All, with an enchanting tale of love, laughter and

friendship. Whether it’s your first visit or your fourteenth, see the show that has the whole world coming back for more, because

every time feels like the first time at MAMMA MIA!

Sun., Oct. 17 • 4:00pm $28 • $32 • $48In this delightful Barter Theatre hit musical production,the four members of an all-male singing group get a second chance to fulfill their dream to serenade you with some of the 1950’s greatest hits such as Three Coins in the Fountain, Sixteen Tons, Chain Gang, Heart and Soul and Love Is a Many Splendored Thing.

Sun., Jan. 167:30pm $37 • $47 • $57It’s a square little town until a motorcycle ridin’, guitar playin’, hip swivelin’ hunk rides in and has everyone jumpin’ out of their blue suede shoes! It’s Footloose, Grease and Happy Days all rolled into one zany story. With more than 24 Elvis hits, All Shook Up kick starts a chain reaction of romance and rebellion through the power of rock & roll music! Rock out with Jailhouse Rock, Heartbreak Hotel, Don’t Be Cruel, Can’t Help Fallin’ in Love, Burning Love and many more. Media

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Contains mature themes, sexual situations and strong language. We encourage you to learn more about this important piece of theater, as it is not suitable for all audiences.

Support provided by the Wells Gemberling Endowment Fund

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Thu., Oct. 21 • 7:30pm $21 • $29 • $39No one satirizes Washington better – especially during an election season – than

this singing ensemble of former Capitol Hill staffers who use current headlines and the scandal of the day to spoof both sides of the political spectrum. Thirty albums later, the always outrageous gang continuesto “put the MOCK in Democracy” with their latest

release, Liberal Shop of Horrors.

Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two-Woman Show Thu., Oct. 14 • 7:30pm$29 • $39 • $49Laugh along with the Emmy® Award-winning star of The Carol Burnett Show and Mama’s Family in a side-splitting night of stand-up comedy, music and observations about real life. Enter the

Mama Look-Alike Contest – details online. Interpreted for the deaf.

Support provided by the Aline and Nathan Lehmayer Endowment Fund

Al JarreauSat., Oct. 2 7:30pm $43 • $53 • $63Smooth hits like After All, Moonlighting (Theme), We’re in This Love Together, Mornin’ and Boogie Down have won him

numerous Grammy® Awards for Best Jazz, Best Male Pop and Best R&B Vocalist. Enjoy live jazz in the lobby, then hear why TIME magazine called Jarreau “the greatest jazz singer alive.” Opening night cocktail reception • 5:30pm • $20/cash bar.

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In association with BRE Presents

Hot Tuna | Steve EarleWed., July 21 • 7:30pm$24 • $34Original members Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady are still winning fans with the acoustic and electric blues they’ve been perfecting since Hot Tuna took off from Jefferson Airplane.

This year’s Grammy® winner for Best Contemporary Folk/Americana album and 2010 AMA Artist of the Year nominee Steve Earle remains one of the most influential singer/songwriters of the past 30 years!

In association with BRE Presents

Get the Led OutSat., Oct. 16 7:30pm$25.50 • $28.50Experience the ultimate headbanging concert as “The American Led Zeppelin” recreates rock anthems like Heartbreaker, Stairway to Heaven and Whole Lotta Love.

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Christmas with John TeshTue., Dec. 14 • 7:30pm$34 • $44 • $54Join the Emmy® Award-winning radio and TV host for an inspirational holiday showcase of “music and intelligence for your life” along with John’s genuine interaction with the audience. Listen to WARM 103.3 to win a VIP Meet & Greet. Details online.

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Fri., Nov. 19 7:30pm $24 • $34York County native sons of bluegrass legend Del McCoury have collaborated with the likes of Vince Gill, the Allman Brothers and Phish. Join Ronnie (mandolin) and Rob (banjo), along with bandmates Jason Carter (fiddle) and Alan Bartram (bass) as they carry on the tradition of the most awarded band in bluegrass history.

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Boyz II MenSat., Nov. 13 • 7:30pm $35 • $45 • $55Soulful harmonies on Grammy®-winning hits like Motownphilly, End of the Road, I’ll Make Love to You and One Sweet Day have made them the best-selling R&B group of all time. Exclusive area appearance!

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In association with BRE Presents

KansasFri., Oct. 29 7:30pm$25 • $35 + limited preferred seating availableThis unforgettable concert featuring hits like Carry On Wayward Son and Dust in the Wind will take you back to the Point of Know Return.

In association with BRE Presents

An Evening with Jethro Tull’s Ian AndersonSat., Oct. 23 • 7:30pm $25 • $34 • $44 + limited preferred seating

available Ian Anderson returns to the USA with more goodies from the Tull back catalogue, featuring many of the acoustic tracks from the early albums as well as some new solo material specially written for these shows.

The Greater York Youth Ballet presents

The NutcrackerSat., Dec. 11 • 7:00pmSun., Dec. 12 • 2:00pm$20 • $32 • $40 Child: $15 • $25 • $30Don’t miss Tchaikovsky’s charming ballet featuring over 100 dancers joined by professional guest artists. The dreamlike story of Clara and her nutcracker, complete with dancing angels, snow and fanciful costumes has becomean annual family tradition.

For tickets:717-846-1111 strandcapitol.org

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John CaparuloSat., Feb. 19 • 7:30pm

All tickets $29This stand-up comedian, host of CMT’s Mobile Home Disaster and a recurring guest on E!’s Chelsea Lately, will crack you up with riffs on topics like road

rage, pepper spray and why it’s much better to

be bitten by a bear than a swan.

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The Aluminum ShowSun., Feb. 13 • 4:00pm $28 • $38 • $45A totally fun and unique experience for the entire family, this magical adrenaline rush of a show is a sensational hit around the world! Interact in a breathtaking spectacular combining acrobatic dance, puppetry, amazing special effects and dazzling aluminum costumes.

Hollywood Entertainment Group presents

The State Ballet Theatre of RussiaP. Tchaikovsky

Swan Lake(Ballet in 4 acts)

Wed., Jan. 19 • 7:30pm$25 • $32 • $40

A company of distinguished dancers brings this beloved masterpiece to glorious life, presenting the unparalleled art of Russian ballet to the

world. Choreography by M. Petipa and L. Ivanov.

Messiah Community Sing AlongFri., Dec. 17 • 7:30pm All tickets $18

Lend your voice to Handel’s classic oratorio, conducted by Robert Hart Baker with the Harrisburg Choral Society, members of the York Symphony Chorus, an orchestra and four soloists. Complete details online.

Support provided by the Robert Berwager Endowment Fund

Support provided by the Charles and Phyllis Wolf Fund of York County Community Foundation

Bill EngvallWed., Dec. 15 • 7:30pm$55 • $65 • $73You’ll laugh out loud as the host of CMT’s Country Fried Home Videos shares good-natured anecdotes about marriage, kids, inane warning labels and other situations we can all relate to. If you don’t get tickets for this Blue Collar Comedy star before they sell out… well, “Here’s Your Sign.”Interpreted for the deaf.

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Hotel California: A Salute to The EaglesFri., Apr. 1 • 7:30pm $25 • $35 • $45

Take a trip down a dark desert highway at this rockin’ concert of mega-hits like Take It Easy, Heartache Tonight and Life in the Fast Lane.Gaelic Storm

Sun., Mar. 20 • 7:30pm$25 • $35 • $45If you remember them as the Irish band that went down with the Titanic, get to know their other side in this dynamic stage show. These five exuberant musicians will have you on your feet with wildly energetic dance tunes, rousing melodies and infectious madcap humor! Media sponsor:

Support provided by the W. Dale Brougher Foundation Endowment Fund

The LettermenSat., Mar. 5 7:30pm $29 • $39 • $49Get lost in the silky smooth harmonies of the most romantic singing group of the ‘60s, still wowing

audiences with hits like When I Fall in Love, Put Your Head on My Shoulder and Goin’ Out of My Head/Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.

Support provided by the Haldeman and Ruth Wertz Family Trust and the Knudsen Charitable Trust

River North Chicago Dance Co.Sat., Feb. 26 • 7:30pm $15 • $25 • $35You’ll be energized and uplifted by the daring and fluid choreography of this emotive troupe as they light up the stage with a bold mix of jazz and modern dance.

Lily TomlinFri., Mar. 25 • 7:30pm$49 • $59 • $69Coming to York after sold-out engagements at the MGM-Grand in Vegas! The incomparable comedian takes you on a howlingly funny trip, bringing along her timeless cast of characters from Edith Ann to Ernestine. Lily will end the show answering questions from the audience.

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717-846-1111 strandcapitol.org

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The presentation of River North Chicago Dance

company was made possible by the MetLife Community

Connections fund of the National Dance Project, a program administered by the New

England Foundation for the Arts. Major support for the national

dance Project is also provided by

the Doris Duke Charitable

Foundation with additional support

from the Ford Foundation and the Andrew W.

Mellon Foundation.

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Sat., Apr. 30 • 7:30pm All tickets $29Get thee to this hilarious show in which a merry band of thespians completely improvises a play in Elizabethan style. The audience suggests a title and the troupe takes off, laughs flying as fast and furious as the witty banter. Imagine The Bard as channeled by Monty Python! Winner of the Chicago Improv Festival’s 2010 Ensemble of the Year!

Sat., Apr. 2 • 7:30pm$25 • $35 • $45Animal lovers won’t want to miss an extravaganza chock-full of comedy, clowns, juggling and extraordinarily talented pets

rescued from animal shelters! This world-famous entourage of 16 cats, 12 dogs, 6 doves, 4 white rats, 3 geese and a parrot perform stunts and skits sure to amaze your entire family! Bring along an item to be donated to the York County SPCA.

DawesThu., July 29 • 8:00pm $10 No need to travel to Lollapalooza or Bonnaroo to catch these country-folk rockers.

Deer Tick Thu., Aug. 12 • 8:00pm $13This indie folk band delivers a combination of blues & country with strong grunge influence.

Carolina Chocolate Drops Wed., Sep. 8 • 8:00pm $20This black string band uses jug playing, flatfoot dancing, even beatboxing to play traditional American music in an untraditional way.

Rhett MillerFri., Sep. 10 • 8:00pm $17The front man of the hard-charging alt-country rock ‘n’ roll quartet the Old 97’s goes solo.

Hoots & Hellmouthwith Tin Bird Choir and Megan & The WheelmenSat., Nov. 20 • 8:00pm $12Stomp along to this trio’s bluegrassy church-revival type folk music!

Sun., May 1 • 4:00pm$19 • $22 • $29Join Bixby and his live menagerie of exotic animal friends as they go green to save the environment. This comic adventure filled with sing-alongs, puppetry and magic features a singing toucan, an 18-foot albino Burmese python, a green-winged macaw, a kinkajou and a ring-tailed lemur. Meet Bixby after the show!

Capitol Cinema presents the best in contemporary independent, documentary and foreign films, special screenings of classic favorites and exclusive area presentations like The Manhattan Short Film Festival. Sit in the balcony or sip on a drink from the bar while you watch acclaimed films on a giant 17’ x 35’ screen with state-of-the-art Dolby digital stereo. The historic theater’s Mighty Wurlitzer plays half an hour before most matinees, courtesy of the Susquehanna Valley Theatre Organ Society. Become a Capitol Cinema member today for just $30. Experience movies at York’s non-profit theater and support your community.

$5 for CC members; $8 non-members Go to strandcapitol.org for a current schedule and membership details.

New showtimes!

Fridays • 7:30pmSundays • 3:00pmContemporary film series sponsored by the Theodore

and Renee Weiler Foundation Endowment Fund.

Pre-show party/dinner option!

Join us before a show whenever you see this notation! Enjoy a leisurely meal and be comfortably seated with no last-minute rush. Call or check online for details.

Enjoy complimentary Cabot Cheese in the lobby prior to most performances. Cabot Creamery Cooperative... owned by dairy farm families since 1919, is proud to provide you their award-winning world’s best cheddar.

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...and more to come!

In the Capitol Theatre

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Strand-Capitol member on sale: Monday,June28•10:00am

General public on sale: Monday,July12•10:00am

Box Office hours:• Mon.– Fri. • 10:00am – 4:30pm• Two hours prior to performances• Thirty minutes prior to films

The Strand lobby opens 1½ hours before performances. Bar and concession services available.

Auditorium opens 30 minutes prior to performance or at the discretion of Strand-Capitol House Manager.

Assisted servicesAssisted listening systems for the Strand Theatre are available at Ovations in the first floor lobby. ADA compliant seating is also available. Sign language interpretation may be available when requested at least two weeks in advance. Please notify Box Office of needs when purchasing tickets.

Policies• Same seating cannot be guaranteed for every show. Late seating is strictly at the discretion of house management.

• If you prefer seating with other family/friends, let us know and we will make every attempt to accommodate your request.

• We love children, but we must request that those age three and under remain at home for your total, focused enjoyment and for the consideration of others.

• Your cooperation in silencing all electronic devices before the performance begins, out of respect for the performers and neighboring patrons, is greatly appreciated.

• Unauthorized photography and audio recording of any kind are strictly prohibited unless a public announcement is made to the contrary. Otherwise, confiscation of equipment and penalties for copyright infringement may be enforced.

Group discount10% OFF FOR 10! Groups may receive a 10% discount. Contact the Strand-Capitol group sales coordinator at 717-846-1155 x 142 for details. Certain restrictions may apply.

Gift certificates ... are always available and make great gifts! Order any denomination and redeem at strandcapitol.org. Contact the Box Office for more information.

$20 Student Rush ticketsStudent Rush tickets may be available to full-time students 25 years or younger with current college/high school ID.

For availability, call 717-846-1111 after 12:00pm on the day of the performance. Some restrictions may apply.

Ordering instructionsTo order tickets to any Strand-Capitol event: (fees apply)

1. BEST OPTION: Go to strandcapitol.org. Sign in. Choose Select Your Own Seat to pick exact seats for your preferred performance or Best Available for a random selection. Open 24/7. 2. CALL 717-846-1111 or stop by the Strand-Capitol Box Office at 50 N. George St., York; Monday – Friday • 10:00am – 4:30pm.

50 N. George St., York, PA 17401717-846-1111 • strandcapitol.org

Check online for video clips and more detailed information about these shows!

Members make the Strand-Capitol shine!

Your annual support:• keeps first-rate artists appearing on York’s premier stage

• helps preserve the community’s architectural gems

• provides tickets for low-income childrenYour investment provides benefits to you and your community.

Members get first opportunity to buy tickets and a 10%

discount on the first order.* Check out the many benefits

online and choose the right level for you!

* Restrictions may apply

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