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concerts Kellie Pickler .........................................................Fri, Oct 11Kris Kristofferson** ............................................. Wed, Oct 16Barenaked Ladies w/ Whitehorse .......................... Mon, Oct 28So You Think You Can Dance ................................. Wed, Oct 30John Legend ........................................................ Mon, Nov 4Harry Connick, Jr. ...................................................Tue, Nov 5Cyndi Lauper w/ Hunter Valentine ............................ Fri, Nov 8Joe Bonamassa .................................................... Nov 15-16Buddy Guy & Jonny Lang .....................................Tue, Nov 19John Denver Rocky Mountain High Concert** .......... Wed, Nov 20Kenny Vance and The Planotones ........................... Sat, Nov 23Dave Koz Christmas ..............................................Sat Nov 30Bonnie Raitt ...........................................................Tue, Dec 3Yanni..................................................................... Dec 4 & 5Huey Lewis and the News ........................................ Fri, Dec 6Bowzer’s Holiday Rock ‘n’ Roll Party ........................ Sat, Dec 7Fresh Beat Band ..................................................Thu, Dec 12Peter White Christmasw/ Mindi Abair and Rick Braun ............................ Mon, Dec 16Trace Adkins The Christmas Show ...................... Wed, Dec 18Michael McDonald* .......................................... Wed, Dec 18Rockapella Holiday .............................................. Fri, Dec 20ZZ Top .................................................................. Fri, Dec 27Neil Sedaka ......................................................... Sun, Jan 5Gregg Allman ......................................................... Tue, Jan 7Katharine McPhee* .............................................. Sat, Jan 11ABBA The Concert ................................................ Sat, Jan 18Chris Botti* ......................................................... Sat, Jan 18 Don Williams* ...................................................... Fri, Jan 24 Shawn Colvin* ..................................................... Sat, Jan 25Electric Light Orchestra former members - The Orchestra Rock Symphony w/ special guest Robin Zander Band ....................... Fri, Jan 31Johnny Mathis ...................................................... Thu, Feb 6Kenny Loggins w/ Pablo Cruise .............................. Sat, Feb 8Pavlo* .................................................................. Fri, Feb 14Alan Parson’s Live Project with the voice of YES, Jon Anderson, each with Rock Sympony ................. Sat Feb 15Melissa Manchester* .......................................... Sat, Feb 15Bobby Vinton ........................................................Sun, Feb 16Edwin McCain* .................................................... Thu, Feb 20The Temptations & Four Tops .................................. Fri, Feb 21Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam* ..................................... Fri, Feb 21Celtic Woman ...................................................... Sat, Feb 22Tommy Emmanuel* .............................................. Sat, Feb 22Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons ............................Tue, Mar 4Don McClean* ........................................................Fri, Mar 7Gino Vannelli* .......................................................Sat, Mar 8A Bronx Tale w/ Chazz Palminteri ........................... Sun, Mar 9Michael Bolton* ................................................. Mon, Mar 10Boney James* .................................................... Thu, Mar 13Richard Nader’s Doo Wop XIV ...............................Sat, Mar 15Aaron Neville & Dirty Dozen Brass Band* ..............Sat, Mar 15Jim Brickman 70’s Celebration ............................ Thu, Mar 20George Thorogood .................................................Fri, Mar 21Marc Cohn* ..........................................................Fri, Mar 21Vince Gill ............................................................Sat, Mar 22Al Stewart* ..........................................................Sat, Mar 22Steve Hackett, Genesis Revisited* ............................ Thu Apr 3Paul Anka ................................................................Fri, Apr 4Judy Collins* .........................................................Fri, Apr 11

comedy Larry The Cable Guy ..............................................Sat, Oct 12Jimmy Fallon*** ................................................. Wed, Oct 16David Sedaris ......................................................Sat, Oct 26Craig Ferguson** ............................................... Mon, Nov 18Sinbad* ...............................................................Thu, Dec 19Jackie Mason* ....................................................... Sat, Feb 1Jay Leno* ..............................................................Sun, Feb 9Whoopi Goldberg ................................................. Fri, Feb 28Bob Newhart* ........................................................Sat, Mar 1Joan Rivers* .........................................................Fri, Mar 14

Broadway Mamma Mia ............................................................. Nov 1-2ELF The Musical ................................................... Nov 12-13Straight No Chaser ............................................... Sat, Nov 23The Addams Family ............................................. Sat, Jan 11Rain: A Tribute to The Beatles................................Mon, Jan 13Rock of Ages ........................................................ Fri, Jan 17Million Dollar Quartet ........................................Apr 10 - 12Wizard of Oz .........................................................Apr 15-19Megan Hilty In Concert .........................................Sat, Apr 26 I Love Lucy Live* ........................................... May 16-June 8

World Stage Celtic Thunder ........................................................ Sat, Nov 9Hungarian State Folk Ensemble ............................. Sun, Dec 8John Ringling’s Circus Nutcracker .......................... Dec 13-14New York Tenors Christmas .................................. Sun, Dec 15A Christmas Carol .............................................. Mon, Dec 23Salute To Vienna ...................................................Tue, Dec 31Moscow City Symphony Russian Philharmonic .......................................... Tue, Jan 14Pavarotti: The Tribute ............................................ Sat, Jan 25New Orleans Own Dukes of Dixieland .....................Sun, Feb 9Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater ....................... Tue, Feb 18Bizet’s Carmen ....................................................Sun, Feb 23Women of Ireland* ...............................................Sun, Feb 23Lang Lang ..........................................................Mon, Feb 24 Moscow Festival Ballet presents Giselle ..................Sat, Mar 1Peking Acrobats ......................................................Fri, Mar 7Irish Tenors ....................................................... Mon, Mar 17 Van Cliburn Gold Medal Winner Vadym Kholodenko* ............................................ Sun, Mar 30Pilobolus .............................................................. Thu, Apr 3Ten Tenors on Broadway ......................................... Sun, Apr 6Nobuyuki Tsujii* ................................................... Wed, Apr 9

adults at leisure A Christmas Carol .............................................. Mon, Dec 23Steve Lippia in Simply Swingin & More ...................Thu, Jan 9Blue Suede Shoes Elvis Birthday Bash ................ Sun, Jan 12In The Mood ........................................................Wed, Jan 15Tony Orlando / Bronx Wanderers ......................... Sun, Jan 19Glenn Miller Orchestra .......................................Mon, Jan 27Ethel Merman’s Broadway .....................................Wed, Feb 5Irish Rovers: Farewell .......................................... Tue, Feb 11Dallas Brass ......................................................Wed, Feb 19B.J. Thomas ........................................................Wed, Feb 26Mitzi Gaynor ........................................................ Sun, Mar 2Dublin’s Irish Cabaret ........................................... Thu, Mar 6Not So Newlywed Game Live with Bob Eubanks ............................................... Sun, Mar 16106 Years of Broadway ....................................... Mon, Mar 17The Diamonds .................................................... Thu, Mar 27

Special events Pinellas Youth SymphonySerenade Strings Fall Concert ...............................Sat, Oct 19Leading Ladies 11th Annual Breakfast with Santa ............................................ Sat, Nov 29Pinellas Youth Symphony Holiday Chamber Ensembles Concert ..................... Fri, Dec 13Clearwater Chorus Holiday Concert ..................... Sun, Dec 22Pinellas Youth SymphonyFinale Chamber Ensembles Concert ........................ Fri, May 2Annual Dinner .................................................... Wed, Mar 26Pinellas Youth Symphony Beginning Strings and Symphonic Strings Recital ............................ Mon, Apr 28

Artists, Dates and Times subject to change*Performance at the Capitol Theatre

**Performance at the The Palladium Theater***Performance at Tampa Theatre

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So You Think You Can Dance

Commemorating its landmark 10th season, So You Think You Can Dance’s

Top 10 finalists will tour the country presenting audiences with a variety of

sizzling, one-of-a-kind dance routines as well as pieces created specifically for

the tour.

Wed, Oct 30 • 7:30pm

Barenaked ladiesCelebrating their 25th anniversary,

Barenaked Ladies are known for such hits as One Week, Pinch Me, Brian

Wilson, If I Had $1,000,000 and many more. The band also penned the

theme song for the hit CBS series, The Big Bang Theory.

with special guest Whitehorse

Mon, Oct 28 • 7:30pm

Kris KristoffersonKristofferson is a Country Music Hall

of Famer who ranks among the most versatile of American talents. He penned classics including Me

and Bobby McGee, Help Me Make It Through the Night, Sunday Mornin’

Comin’ Down and For The Good Times.

Wed, Oct 16 • 7:30pm

larry the cable GuyRising to fame as part of the popular Blue Collar Comedy Tour, one of America’s favorite comedians and GRAMMy® Award winner Larry the Cable Guy brings his side-splitting stand-up comedy routine along with opener Reno Collier for an unforgettable double dose of laughs.

Sat, Oct 12 • 5 & 8pm

Kellie PicklerBursting onto the scene as a contestant on American Idol, Kellie has released three Top 25 singles (Don’t You Know You’re Beautiful, Best Days of Your Life and Did You Know How Much I Loved You). In May, Pickler and her dance pro/partner Derek Hough won the coveted Mirrorball Trophy on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars.

Fri, Oct 11 • 8pm

David SedarisBest selling author, humorist, and

contributor to This American Life, David Sedaris shares his latest release Let’s

Explore Diabetes with Owls with an evening of engaging recollections and

all-new readings.

Sat, Oct 26 • 8pm

Jimmy FallonBefore taking the reins as the new host of NBC’s The Tonight Show in 2014, this former SNL stand-out comedian, actor, musician and current host of NBC’s Late Night takes the stage performing musical impersonations and parodies.

with special guests Julian Mccullough, Nate Bargatze & Nick Thune

Wed, Oct 16 • 8pm

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Harry connick, Jr.A rarity in the realm of entertainment, GRAMMy® Award winner Harry Connick, Jr. exemplifies excellence in every aspect of the entertainment world, receiving awards and recognition for his musical performances of American standards as well as his roles on Broadway and in film.

Tue, Nov 5 • 8pm

John legendHailed as one of the most compelling singer-songwriters of this generation and winner of nine GRAMMy® Awards, humanitarian John Legend is known for soulful hits including Ordinary People, Used to Love U, So High, and Save Room.

with special guest tamar Braxton

Mon, Nov 4 • 7:30pm

celtic thunderMythology brings us the legends,

history and stories of Irish ancestors through song. Like the Celts, Mythology

is bold, proud, challenging and steeped in history. The Celtic past is still

strongly reflected in Ireland’s people today.

Sat, Nov 9 • 7:30pm

ELFJoin Buddy, a young orphan who mistakenly gets transported to the

North Pole in Santa’s bag, as he journeys back to New york City to find

his birth father, discover his true identity, and help New york remember the true

meaning of Christmas.

Tue, Nov 12 • 7pmWed, Nov 13 • 2 & 7:30pm

cyndi lauperCyndi embarks on the She’s So Unusual Tour to commemorate the 30th anniversary of her iconic debut album which spawned four Top 5 hits (Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Time After Time, She Bop and All Through the Night). The album will be performed in its entirety.

with special guest Hunter Valentine

Fri, Nov 8 • 7:30pm

Joe BonamassaAs Joe Bonamassa grows his reputation as one of the world’s greatest guitar players, he is also evolving into a charismatic blues-rock star and singer-songwriter of stylistic depth and emotional resonance. His ability to connect with live concert audiences is undeniable. His latest project, An Acoustic Evening at The Vienna Opera House (as seen on PBS) captures the magnetism and maturity Bonamassa showcases as an artist. Two fabulous nights, not to be missed!

Fri, Nov 15 • 8pmSat, Nov 16 • 8pm

MaMMa Mia!This feel-good tale of love, laughter and friendship brings audiences back again and again to relive the thrill and relish ABBA hits including Dancing Queen, S.O.S., Super Trouper, Take a Chance on Me and The Winner Takes it All.

Fri, Nov 1 • 5 & 9pmSat, Nov 2 • 2 & 8pm

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craig FergusonBest known as the host of The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson on CBS, Ferguson performs all over the country and has sold out Carnegie Hall and Radio City Music Hall. Additionally, he has three widely acclaimed stand-up comedy specials: A Wee Bit o’ Revolution, Does This Need To Be Said and I’m Here To Help.

Mon, Nov 18 • 7:30pm

Buddy Guy & Jonny langGRAMMy® Award-winning blues guitar-ist legends Buddy Guy and Jonny Lang come together to share their heartfelt vocals and expressive guitar playing for one extraordinary performance that blues fans won’t want to miss!

Tue, Nov 19 • 7:30pm

John Denvera Rocky Mountain High Concert

For the first time in 15 years, audiences will see and hear two-time GRAMMy® Award-winning singer-songwriter John Denver featured in archival video performing classic songs in a concert setting backed by live performances from former band members with an accompanying string section.

Wed, Nov 20 • 7:30pm

Kenny Vance & the PlanotonesKenny Vance and The Planotones offer audiences an invitation into their “basement” rehearsal studio for an intimate evening of song and stories spanning Vance’s varied and accomplished 50-year career.


Straight no chaserStraight No Chaser is the real

deal, the captivating sound of ten unaccompanied human voices

coming together to make extraordinary music. Not your typical a cappella

group, this ensemble brings a sense of humor to an unforgettable

performance.

Sat, Nov 23 • 8pm

Bonnie RaittTen-time GRAMMy® Award-winner and

one of the most acclaimed artists of her time, Bonnie Raitt has become an institution in American music as a respected singer-songwriter and

guitarist with hits like Something To Talk About, I Can’t Make You Love Me and

her latest album Slipstream.

Tue, Dec 3 • 8pm

Dave Koz & FriendsChristmas 2013

A high-energy show and fan favorite, GRAMMy® Award winning saxophonist

Dave Koz is joined by pianist Keiko Matsui and world renowned singers oleta adams and Jonathan Butler. They come together to delight fans

with a selection of jazz holiday favorites.

Sat, Nov 30 • 8pm

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Hungarian State Folk ensembleDrawing on dances collected in part from remote villages of Hungary with colorful costumes, fancy dance steps and folk music rich enough to have inspired Liszt, Brahms, Bartok and Kodály, the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble is one of the leading tour groups in the world.

Sun, Dec 8 • 2pm

Bowzer’s Holiday Rock ‘n’ Roll PartyJon “Bowzer” Bauman of Sha Na Na hosts the party featuring Lesley Gore (It’s My Party), Lou Christie (Lightning Strikes), Lenny Welch (Since I Fell For You), & Joey Dee (The Peppermint Twist). Special guests Johnny Contardo & Henry Gross (Shannon), formerly of Sha Na Na, will also perform along with Bowzer & The Stingrays & Rocky & The Rollers.

Sat, Dec 7 • 7:30pm

YanniThe legendary composer and live performer has brought hundreds of millions of fans and fellow world citizens together with his concerts, countless others have experienced the magic of his music through PBS television programming.

Wed, Dec 4 • 7:30pmThu, Dec 5 • 7:30pm

Huey Lewis & the NewsSports 30th anniversary tour

Huey Lewis and The News embark on the Sports 30th Anniversary Tour to commemorate one of the most influential albums in pop/rock history. They will be performing the songs of a generation:The Heart of Rock & Roll, Heart & Soul, I Want a New Drug, plus many other hits and surprises.

Fri, Dec 6 • 8pm

New York Tenors Christmas

Michael amante, “The People’s Tenor,” andy cooney, “Irish America’s Favorite

Son,” and Daniel Rodriguez, the New york City police officer whose voice

soothed our grief in the aftermath of 9/11, return with Christmas favorites

and the best of Broadway, opera, film and American classics.

Sun, Dec 15 • 2pm

the Fresh Beat BandBack by popular demand,

Nickelodeon music group The Fresh Beat Band returns with Kiki (yvette

Gonzalez-Nacer), Marina (Tara Perry) and Twist (Jon Beavers) and Shout

(Thomas Hobson), performing hits from all three seasons of their hit show.

Thu, Dec 12 • 5pm

John Ringling’s Circus Nutcracker

Last season Ruth Eckerd Hall presented the local premiere of the Sarasota

Ballet’s Nutcracker and what a spectacular success it was! Back by

popular demand, accompanied by a live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky’s

brilliant score, the Sarasota Ballet brings to life the magic of The Nutcracker with

the history of John Ringling’s Circus deftly woven into the story. Spectacular

sets and costumes add to the enchantment.

Fri, Dec 13 • 7pmSat, Dec 14 • 2 & 7pm

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Rockapella HolidayA “must see” event! With their

completely original take on the holidays, Rockapella creates a light-hearted and unforgettable holiday

experience, performing unique takes on classics and brand new

originals. Audiences of all ages can expect to be charmed by a holiday

performance like no other.

Fri, Dec 20 • 8pm

SinbadStar of TV (The Sinbad Show) and

film (Houseguest, Jingle All the Way), Sinbad is ranked as one of the top

100 stand-up comedians of all time by Comedy Central. His look on life has

kept audiences laughing for more than two decades.

Thu, Dec 19 • 7:30pm

Peter White ChristmasA holiday season tradition! Guitarist Peter White, saxophonist Mindi abair and trumpeter Rick Braun return to Clearwater just in time to get you in the mood for the holidays with an evening of hits and seasonal favorites.

Mon, Dec 16 • 8pm

trace adkins The Christmas ShowGRAMMy®-Award nominated Trace Adkins’ trademark baritone has powered countless hits to the top of the charts like You’re Gonna Miss This and Honky Tonk Badonkakonk. Trace will also perform selections from The King’s Gift, his upcoming Christmas album of Celtic carols.

Wed, Dec 18 • 8pm

charles Dickens’ classic

a Christmas CarolWith all the warmth and comfort of

a cup of holiday cheer, A Christmas Carol is packed with music, laughter,

pageantry and mystery. Every memorable detail of Dickens’ classic tale of redemption springs to life on

stage in this holiday classic.

Mon, Dec 23 • 2 & 7pm

ZZ topWith album sales of more than 25

million in the U.S. alone, ZZ Top’s concerts are one smash hit song after

another, including La Grande, Tush, I Thank You, Cheap Sunglasses, Pearl

Necklace, Gimme All Your Lovin’, Got Me Under Pressure, Legs and many

more.

Fri, Dec 27 • 8pm

Michael McDonald This Christmas: a Season of Holiday Hits

Michael McDonald opens the all-new Capitol Theatre with a special evening filled with holiday favorites and hits from his catalogue. With a career that boasts five GRAMMy®

Awards, numerous chart successes from ‘70s-era Doobie Brothers classics such as

What A Fool Believes, and solo hits like I Keep Forgettin, Michael McDonald is an enduring force in music

Wed, Dec 18 • 7:30pm

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Gregg allmanSongwriter, keyboardist, guitarist and founding member of The Allman Brothers Band, Gregg Allman returns. His soulful voice and gift for interpreting the blues with songs like I’m No Angel have placed him at #70 in the Rolling Stone magazine list of the 100 Greatest Singers.

Tue, Jan 7 • 7:30pm

Steve lippia inSimply Swingin’ with Sinatra & Friends!

Steve Lippia, one of the most prominent interpreters of standards and swing music, returns with his swinging, hot big band behind him! Featuring the songs of Sinatra, Dean Martin and more.

Thu, Jan 9 • 1pm

neil SedakaThanks to all the countless songs (Calendar Girl, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Next Door To An Angel and Breaking Up Is Hard To Do), Neil Sedaka has written, performed and produced for more than fifty years, he continues to inspire artists and audiences around the world.

Sun, Jan 5 • 2pm

Salute to ViennaWelcome the New year with the best waltzes, polkas and excerpts from operettas from “Waltz King” Johann Strauss, Jr. and his contemporaries, brought to us by a brilliant cast of more than 75 musicians, stellar European singers, and dancers in magnificent costumes.

Tue, Dec 31 • 8pm

Katharine McPheeDirect from her two-year stint on NBC’s

Smash, Katharine exploded on the scene as a contestant on American

Idol. She hits the road in support of her scheduled album release performing

pop and Broadway hits with her sensational band.

Sat, Jan 11 • 7:30pm

Blue Suede Shoes:Elvis Birthday Bash

Always a sold-out show, Scot Bruce as the young Elvis and Mike albert as the

Las Vegas Elvis offer a rockin’ birthday party celebration of America’s first rock

‘n’ roll icon. A show that will have you out of your seat and “All Shook Up”!.

Sun, Jan 12 • 1pm

The addams FamilyEnter the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle

Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and Lurch in this

“visually satisfying, rib-tickling, lunatic musical that will

entertain you to death!” (Toronto Post City).

Sat, Jan 112 & 7:30pm

The premier elvis BirThday Bash!

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RaiNa Tribute to The BeatlesRain has mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary Fab Four, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance. A multi-media spectacular that takes you on a musical journey through the life and times of the world’s most celebrated band.

Mon, Jan 13 • 7:30pm

Rock of agesSee why fans can’t get enough of this arena-rock love story about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on as told through the mind-blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, night Ranger, StYX, Reo Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, twisted Sister, Poison, aSIa, Whitesnake & more.

Fri, Jan 17 • 8pm

in The Moodamerica’s Greatest Big Band Musical Revue

Now in it’s 20th year, this retro 1940s musical revue features singers and dancers with a sensational big band orchestra. The music and arrangements of America’s “greatest generation” are as authentic as it gets.

Wed, Jan 15 • 1pm

the Moscow city Symphony“Russian Philharmonic”The U.S. debut of one of Russia’s top orchestras with ninety musicians led by American conductor David Handel. The evening program features Kha-chaturian’s Andante from Spartacus, Ravel’s Concerto in G for Piano and Prokofiev’s Concert Suite from Romeo and Juliet.

Tue, Jan 14 • 8pm

aBBa The ConcertAudiences and press agree: “This is

the closest to ABBA you’ll ever get.” The group dazzles audiences with fantastic

performances while playing the most iconic hits from ABBA, including Mamma Mia!; S.O.S.; Money, Money, Money;The Winner Takes All; Gimme,

Gimme, Gimme and Dancing Queen.

Sat, Jan 18 • 8pm

chris BottiGRAMMy® Award-winning trumpeter

Chris Botti returns for an intimate evening of music performing his latest

in a stellar parade of albums which have made him a jazz favorite and led to numerous sensational PBS specials,

firmly establishing him as the world’s largest-selling jazz instrumentalist.


tony orlando& The Bronx WanderersTony Orlando brings a warmth and energy that electrifies an audience

with hit songs such as Tie A Yellow Ribbon ‘Round The Ole Oak Tree, Knock Three Times and many more. Opening the show will be the Bronx Wanderers,

quite possibly the best ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s rock ‘n’ roll that you will experience

on one stage.

Sun, Jan 19 • 1pmThe Hit Musical Comedy

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Don WilliamsWith hundreds of memorable songs in his repertoire, more than fifty of them major hits including Good Ole Boys Like Me, Til the Rivers All Run Dry, It Must Be Love, this Country Music Hall of Fame inductee continues to perform his unique blend of music with a laid-back, easy style that earned him the nick-name “The Gentle Giant.”

Fri, Jan 24 • 7:30pm

PaVaRoTTi: The TributeBacked by a full orchestra, international soloists perform some of the most beloved arias and Italian folk songs associated with the “King of the High C’s.” One of “The Three Tenors,” Pavarotti helped popularize opera and became well known for his televised concerts and media appearances.

Sat, Jan 25 • 8pm

Shawn colvinThe release of the breakthrough Top 10 hit song Sunny Came Home gave Shawn two of GRAMMy’s® biggest honors: Record of the year and Song of the year. Don’t miss this incredible singer-songwriter’s return to the Capitol Theatre.


the World FamousGlenn Miller orchestraThis is the most sought-after big band in the world today for both concert and dance engagements, performing hit songs such as Tuxedo Junction, In the Mood, Pennsylvania 6-5000, Moonlight Serenade, and Chattanooga Choo Choo.

Mon, Jan 27 • 1pm

Jackie MasonWidely regarded as one of the

greatest stand-up comics of all time, Jackie Mason is a performer who is

so extraordinary and brilliant that he is the standard by which all others are compared. Laugh the night away at

this uniquely in-your-face show.

Sat, Feb 1 • 7:30pm

Ethel Merman’s Broadway Starring Rita McKenzieRita McKenzie weaves Merman’s

bigger-than-life story with her signature tunes (I Got Rhythm, There’s

No Business Like Show Business, Everything’s Coming Up Roses and 20 more) in an absolute must-see show.

Wed, Feb 5 • 1pm

electric light orchestra former members with Rock Symphony

Don’t miss an evening of ELO’s greatest hits: Evil Woman, Strange Magic, Livin’

Thing, Do Ya, Don’t Bring Me Down, Mr. Blue Sky, Telephone Line, Sweet

Talkin’ Woman, Xanadu, Showdown and more performed by former ELO

members.

with special guest the Robin Zander Band

Fri, Jan 31 • 7:30pmwith The robin Zander Band

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new orleans’ own Dukes of Dixieland

These jazz ambassadors from the Big Easy bring traditional Dixieland into the

21st century, weaving together pop, gospel, country, and authentic New

Orleans sounds. This is jazz as it’s meant to be: durable, flexible, with strong

tradition, new ground, great sounds.

Sun, Feb 9 • 2pm

Kenny logginsA brilliant singer-songwriter and guitarist returns with hits Danny’s Song, House At Pooh Corner, Whenever I Call You Friend, What A Fool Believes and movie theme songs I’m Alright, Footloose and Danger Zone.

with Pablo cruise

Sat, Feb 8 • 8pm

Irish Rovers: FarewellThe Irish Rovers return with songs

that have captivated and delighted audiences since 1963 with favorites

such as Wasn’t That A Party, Black Velvet Band, Orange and the Green, Drunken

Sailor and their signature song The Unicorn.

Tue, Feb 11 • 1pm

alan Parsons live Project with Rock Symphony

& Jon Anderson of YESAlan Parsons Project returns to perform hits

lincluding Eye In The Sky, Time, Games People Play and more. Special guest Jon Anderson,

the voice of yES (Roundabout, I’ve Seen All Good People, will open the show. Each will

be accompanied by rock symphony.

Sat, Feb 15 •7:30pm

PavloHailed as the “Greek God of Guitar,” Pavlo

makes his debut at the Capitol Theatre. His Mediterranean music speaks for itself.

Experience an extravaganza of guitar and exotic instruments creating musical passion like you’ve never seen or heard

before.

Fri, Feb 14 • 7:30pm

with Rock Symphony

Johnny MathisHis rich, warm, velvet voice has brought us melodies so important to American pop music (Chances Are; Misty; It’s Not For Me To Say; Wonderful! Wonderful!; The Twelfth of Never; A Certain Smile; Too Much, Too Little, Too Late). He has likely contributed more to romantic interludes (or dreams of them) than any other performer for more than 55 years.

Thu, Feb 6 • 8pm

Jay lenoThe longest-running late-night TV host on The Tonight Show, Jay returns to the area for the first time in more than twenty years. His trademark stand-up comedy that has made him a living legend. After two decades at The Tonight Show desk, Jay Leno comes to the all-new Capitol Theatre for an intimate night of comedy that will have you laughing the night away.

Sun, Feb 9 • 7:30pm

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alvin aileyamerican Dance theaterAcclaimed ambassador of African- American culture, this dance company has uniquely enriched American modern dance. Its members share an incomparable sense of joy, freedom and spirit with audiences. you don’t just see an Ailey performance, you feel it.

Tue, Feb 18 • 8pm

Dallas BrassOne of America’s foremost musical ensembles, with a unique blend of traditional brass instruments, drums and percussion, their repertoire includes classical masterpieces, Dixieland, swing, Broadway, Hollywood and patriotic music.

Wed, Feb 19 • 1pm

Bobby VintonTreat yourself to a magical afternoon with Bobby Vinton. Blue Velvet, Roses are Red and Mr. Lonely are just a few of the songs that has Billboard magazine calling Bobby the all-time most successful love singer of the “rock era.”

Sun, Feb 16 •2pm

the temptations& The Four Tops

Two Motown giants hit the Ruth Eckerd Hall stage for one unforgettable night.

the temptations (The Things You Do, My Girl, Get Ready) exude flair, flash

and class. the Four tops (Baby I Need Your Loving and Reach Out, I’ll Be

There) exploded across the U.S. during the ’60s.

Fri, Feb 21 • 8pm

edwin MccainEdwin is the unmistakable voice that

is romance incarnate, launching a thousand marriages and stirring up

soul for years. Along with his band, he’ll perform massive hits such as I’ll Be and

I Could Not Ask For More.

with special guest emily Kopp

Thu, Feb 20 • 7:30pm

Melissa ManchesterGRAMMy® winner and Academy Award® nominee, Melissa co-wrote Whenever I Call You Friend (with Kenny Loggins). She also composed Through The Eyes of Love and her smash hit Don’t Cry Out Loud.

Sat, Feb 15 • 7:30pm

Dave Mason’s traffic JamLegendary guitarist, songwriter and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Dave Mason, a co-founder and original member of the band Traffic, returns to Clearwater performing a full Traffic retrospective with his band, including hit song Feelin’ Alright, as well as his solo hits.

Fri, Feb 21 • 8pm

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Women of IrelandWorld champion dancers and some of Ireland’s finest female performers return to the Capitol Theatre with Irish and Celtic music, song and dance. Energetic, compelling and innovative, this group offers a wealth of Irish talent.

Sun, Feb 23 • 3 & 6pm

teatro lirico D’ europa presents

Bizet’s CarmenBetrayal, jealousy, metamorphosis from law-abiding soldier to a thief, a smuggler, even a murderer. America’s favorite opera sizzles with excitement as the irresistible gypsy Carmen seduces Don José, leads him to a life of crime, then casts him aside – with dire consequences.

Sun, Feb 23 • 1pm

tommy emmanuelLong one of Australia’s most respected and best-loved musicians, GRAMMy® nominated Tommy Emmanuel is known for his distinctive “finger style” playing, a technique inspired by his hero, the legendary Chet Atkins.

Sat, Feb 22 • 8pm

B.J. thomasA five-time GRAMMy®, Oscar® and

two-time Dove Award winner who has sold more than 70 million records,

B.J. is ranked in Billboard’s Top 50 most played artists over the past

five decades with his signature hits Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head

and Hooked On A Feeling.

Wed, Feb 26 • 1pm

lang langHailed by The New York Times as the “hottest artist on the classical music

planet,” this virtuoso is a cultural ambassador and a symbol of the youth

of China and its future. For the first time ever, Steinway Pianos named a model

after a single artist, “The Lang Lang Piano.”

Mon, Feb 24 • 8pm

celtic WomanThe unforgettable, angelic voices of Celtic Woman that have dazzled audiences from around the world return celebrating Ireland and its Celtic heritage, performing traditional Irish anthems and pop standards. This production features championship Irish dancers, bagpipers and drums.

Sat, Feb 22 • 8pm

Whoopi GoldbergWhoopi makes an exclusive stop at Ruth

Eckerd Hall, bringing her own style of fierce and gritty observations. Don’t miss The View

co-host, one of a very elite group of EGOT winners (artist who has won an Emmy®,

GRAMMy®, an Oscar®, and a Tony®). Whoopi has also won a Golden Globe® and

a Daytime Emmy®. For mature audiences

Fri, Feb 28 8pm

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Moscow Festival Balletpresents GiselleIn ballet’s most famous ghost story, a nobleman falls in love with a village girl, concealing his aristocratic identity. The shock when his secret is revealed is more than Giselle can bear. A tale of love and redemption, Giselle intervenes in an attempt to save her lover’s life.

Sat, Mar 1 • 8pm

Mitzi GaynorThis legendary musical star of

blockbuster musicals including South Pacific and There’s No Business

Like Show Business presents a one-woman show with stories, moving

reminiscences, and a cavalcade of songs from her film, television and

nightclub work.

Sun, Mar 2 • 1pm

Don McleanPerforming with his full band, Don is

one of America’s most enduring singer-songwriters and is forever associated with his classic hits American Pie and Vincent

(Starry Starry Night). Don has amassed more than 40 gold and platinum records

worldwide and was inducted into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame.

Fri, Mar 7 • 7:30pm

Peking acrobatsThese gifted performers offer daring

maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs, trick cycling, precision

tumbling and gymnastics, astounding displays of contortion, flexibility and

control, and extraordinary displays of ancient artistry and grace.


Dublin’s irish Cabaretandy cooney and noel V. Ginnity

present an exhilarating performance with a distinctive blend of Irish music,

song, laughter and dance for the entire family.

Thu, Mar 6 • 1pm

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Bob newhartThe Button-Down Mind of Bob Newhart was the first comedy album to hit #1 on the charts. Numerous albums, fourteen feature films (Elf), three of his own TV shows, many awards including an Emmy®, and a New York Times bestseller later, Bob’s first love is still performing stand-up.

Sat, Mar 1 • 7:30pm

Frankie Valli& the Four SeasonsA sell-out every year, the original Jersey Boy returns performing numerous hit sin-gles such as Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man, Dawn (Go Away), Rag Doll, Let’s Hang On, Working My Way Back To You, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 1963 (Oh, What a Night) and many more.

Tue, Mar 4 • 8pm

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Joan RiversAn entertainment legend of

unparalleled accomplishment and talent, Joan Rivers brings her

uncensored in-your-face observations on life and everyone in it to the Capitol

Theatre for an evening not to be missed. For mature audiences.


a Bronx Talestarring chazz PalminteriJoin Palminteri in his hit one-man show about a killing he saw in The Bronx when he was nine years old. After recieving critical acclaim for A Bronx Tale, the show became a movie starring Robert DeNiro.

Sun, Mar 9 • 2pm

Aaron Neville & theDirty Dozen Band

Aaron’s recent PBS special showcases him as one of the world’s finest singers.

The pride of New Orleans brings his angelic voice to the Capitol on tour in support of his latest album release, My

True Story.


Richard nader’s

Doo Wop Reunion XiVKenny Vance and the Planotones (Looking

For An Echo), Jay Siegel’s tokens (The Lion Sleeps Tonight), Fred Parris and the

Five Satins (In The Still of The Night), Shirley alston Reeves, the original lead singer of the Shirelles (Soldier Boy), the Dixie cups

(Chapel of Love) and tommy Mara and the crests (Sixteen Candles).


Boney JamesWith three GRAMMy® nominations, four gold

album releases and record sales totaling more than three million copies, Boney James is conversant on the tenor, alto and soprano

saxophones. The Boston Globe declared: “…James swaggers across the stage like a

blacktop hero draining treys on an over-matched opponent.”

Thu, Mar 13 • 7:30pm

Gino VannelliDue to overwhelming demand, GRAMMy® nominee and Juno Award winner Gino Vannelli returns for a night of romance, performing his hit songs People Gotta Move, Living Inside Myself and the his Top 5 worldwide hit I Just Wanna Stop.


Michael BoltonAn unforgettable evening with Michael Bolton, the iconic, multi-GRAMMy® Award-winning voice on more than 53 million records sold, with hits like When a Man Loves a Woman; How Am I Supposed to Live Without You; Time, Love and Tenderness; How Can We be Lovers; Georgia on my Mind and many more.

Mon, Mar 10 • 7:30pm

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Live on Stage David Cassidy

Thelma HoustonRita Coolidge

David Packof Ambrosia

Yvonne Elliman

the Irish tenorsCelebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Ireland’s

premier ambassadors of song. These tenors share their rich cultural heritage

and the exquisite musical treasury created by Irish people everywhere. Finbar Wright, anthony Kearns and

Ronan tynan deliver a heartfelt and patriotically charged performance.


Jim Brickman Celebration of the ’70sThe ’70’s come back to life through the voices of David Cassidy (I Think I Love You), Rita Coolidge (We’re All Alone), Thelma Houston (Baby Mine), David Pack, singer-songwriter for the ’70s/’80s rock group Ambrosia (You’re The Only Woman) and yvonne Elliman (If I Can’t Have You)accompanied by Jim Brickman.

Thu, Mar 20 • 7:30pm

George thorogoodand the Destroyers

George Thorogood has been sharing his passion for the blues for 40 years! His

rousing fan favorite songs include Bad to the Bone; I Drink Alone; Who Do You Love and 1 Bourbon, 1 Scotch and 1

Beer. It’s always a party when George and the boys come to town.

Fri, Mar 21 • 8pm

Marc cohnSinger-songwriter Marc Cohn returns to the Capitol Theatre. He’s a natural

storyteller, balancing the exuberant with the poignant, and able to distill universal

truth out of his often romantic, drawn-from-life tales such as the GRAMMy® Award-winning Walking In Memphis,

Silver Thunderbird and True Companion.


neil Berg’s

106 Years of BroadwayNeil Berg brings us an all-new musical revue with five Broadway stars and a great New york band, re-creating magical moments from the best Broadway has offered over the past hundred years.

Mon, Mar 17 • 1 & 7pm

The Not So Newlywed Gamewith Bob eubanksHosted by Bob Eubanks, the Not So Newlywed Game Live features four married couples chosen at random to play a live version of the game for a chance to win prizes. Eubanks will also narrate hilarious clips from his television career.

Sun, Mar 16 • 2pm

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LIVE!with Bob Eubanks

al StewartScottish singer-songwriter and folk rock

musician Al Stewart is best known for Year of the Cat, which was released

in 1976 and became a million-selling record. His follow-up Time Passages was a #1 record. As he nears the 20-album

mark, Stewart remains a distinctively literate and vivid storyteller.


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PilobolusPilobolus’ singular style of modern

dance employs shapeshifting, shadowplay and other explorations,

while collaborating with the brightest minds from diverse professions

the world over. Pilobolus has been recognized for its developments in

dance and multimedia art.

Thu, Apr 3 • 8pm

Van cliburn International Piano competition Gold Medalist

Vadym KholodenkoBe among the first to experience the virtuosity of the 2013 winner, Vadym Kholodenko. He also won first prize at both the International Schubert Competition in Dortmund in 2012 and the Sendai International Music Competition in 2010.

Sun, Mar 30 • 2pm

Steve Hackett, Genesis RevisitedIf you love quality rock music, then you will certainly have heard Steve Hackett’s work on some of the greatest songs of the past four decades whether with Genesis, GTR, or on his solo output, the man has been a giant of the prog-rock genre.

Thu, Apr 3 • 7:30pm

The Ten Tenorson Broadway

A special treat for Broadway fans for the 2013-14 season, with a wonderful

collection of Broadway’s greatest hits sung by ten of Australia’s most

talented tenors. They have sold more than 3.5 million concert tickets.

Sun, Apr 6 • 2pm

Paul ankaOne of the biggest teen idols of the late ’50s with songs such as Diana,

Lonely Boy and Put Your Head on My Shoulder, he also wrote the theme

for The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, one of Tom Jones’ biggest hits

(She’s A Lady) and the English lyrics for Frank Sinatra’s signature song My Way,

among many more.

Fri, Apr 4 • 8pm

the DiamondsTheir first hit single Little Darlin’ has sold approximately 20 million copies since its release in 1957. They have three gold records and have songs on the American Graffiti and Happy Days soundtracks.

Thu, Mar 27 • 1pm

Vince GillGRAMMy® Award winner, multiple CMA Award winner and Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Vince Gill will bring favorites including I Still Believe in You, Don’t Let Our Love Start Slippin’ Away, One More Last Chance and What The Cowgirls Do when he returns to Ruth Eckerd Hall.

Sat, Mar 22 • 8pm

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This enchanting production includes all your favorite characters, iconic moments and beloved songs, enhanced with a few surprises and new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Tue, Apr 15 • 7:30pmWed, Apr 16 • 7:30pmThur, Apr 17 • 7:30pmFri, Apr 18 • 2 & 7:30pmSat, Apr 19 • 2 & 7:30pm

Judy collinsA clarion voice of the ‘60s inspired

by Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger, interpreter of social poet Bob Dylan and

others, Judy Collins’ music is still strong and crystal clear. Particularly known

for her renditions of Joni Mitchell’s Both Sides Now and Stephen Sondheim’s

Send in the Clowns, this singer-songwriter is truly a renaissance woman.

Fri, Apr 11 • 7:30pm

Megan HiltyEnjoy an intimate evening with

the star of NBC’s musical drama SMASH. Megan Hilty made her

Broadway debut as Glinda in Wicked and portrayed Doralee Rhodes in

Broadway’s 9 to 5: The Musical. Sony Music recently released her album It

Happens All the Time.

Sat, Apr 26 • 8pm

Become part of the Desilu Playhouse studio audience as Lucy, Ricky, Fred

and Ethel film two hilarious 1952 I Love Lucy® episodes, complete with charming host, harmonies from the

Crystaltone Singers, and sidesplitting antics.

May 16 - June 8

Million Dollar QuartetThis Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical re-creates the unforgettable night Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll,” brought together icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for a one-time-only recording session.

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The Capitol Theatre, located in downtown Clearwater’s Cleveland Street District, was constructed in 1921 and is one of Florida’s oldest operating theaters. Through a partnership between the City of Clearwater and Ruth Eckerd Hall, Inc., the Capitol Theatre is undergoing a major renovation and is slated to reopen this December. The $8 million dollar renovation will see the 92-year-old venue go through an inspired reimagining where the customer experience will be greatly enhanced while the venue’s production capacities will be expanded to allow for a much wider range of shows. The Theatre’s seating capacity will increase from 485 seats to 763 seats.

Some of the many customer amenities and enhancements include:

• Same intimate atmosphere with improved sightlines• Same great acoustics with state of the art sound system• New décor reminiscent of the past, yet modern• 763 new, comfortable chairs with cup holders• 18 men’s restrooms, 18 women’s restrooms & 3 unisex restrooms• Four food and beverage service areas• Exclusive VIP Lounge with private bar and balcony• Rooftop terrace overlooking Clearwater Harbor Marina• Four ticket office service windows• Six exclusive loge boxes with seating for 4 people• Private VIP entrance with easy access to VIP lounge• Larger, more comfortable lobby• Full ADA compliance• New HVAC (cooling & heating) system• More star dressing rooms• Larger backstage production area

Experience the All-New Capitol TheatreGrand Re-Opening This December 2013

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