James Lumber Center announces its ‘Sweet 16’ season
The James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts 2012-13 Professional Touring Season at the College of Lake County includes classical and jazz music, acrobatics, dance, comedy, drama, magicians and jugglers.
Subscriptions to the upcoming JLC season are on sale now at the James Lumber Center Box Office on the CLC Grayslake Campus, 19351 W. Washington St., Grayslake.
Patrons who purchase tickets to three or more different events enjoy special subscriber benefits and save 15 percent over single-ticket prices.
“Our 16th season will really be sweet, with a wider variety of events — 16 in all — designed to attract new and seasoned patrons alike,” said Gwethalyn Bronner, executive director, James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts.
Bronner said she is particularly excited about introducing Lake County audiences to two tribute performances: Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles and Lisa Rock in Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters.
“Both shows really capture the spirit of the original musicians,” Bronner said.
Acts returning to the JLC in 2012-13 include magician Mike Super, Ruth Page Civic Ballet’s “The Nutcracker,” Giordano Dance Chicago and the comedy of 3 Blonde Moms … See How They Run.
Many styles of music are on the schedule, from jazz (Orbert Davis Quintet, Swingin’ the Benny Goodman Songbook and Stormy Weather: The Lena Horne Project) to classical (Imani Winds and Moscow Boys Choir) and country (the Katie Armiger Trio).
The season will also include a comedy thriller theatrical performance of Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps,” the comedic juggling of Gravity Attacks! and the circus acrobatics of Cirque Ziva.
“There is truly something for everyone to enjoy.” Bronner said. “We have it all here.”
New this season will be preshow mingles — a time to connect with friends before the show and enjoy food and beverages in the lobby, according to Bronner.
2012-13 James Lumber Center Professional Touring Season Events:
Ÿ Mike Super (magic and illusion): 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16.
Ÿ Giordano Dance Chicago (unique jazz dance): 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7.
Ÿ Hotel California: “A Salute to the Eagles” (Eagles tribute band), with opening act Mojo Daddies: 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21.
Ÿ Katie Armiger Trio (a new country western vocalist): 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 2.
Ÿ Alfred Hitchcock’s “The 39 Steps” (a comedy thriller): 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8.
Ÿ James Gavin’s Stormy Weather, The Lena Horne Project (starring Mary Wilson of The Supremes): 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10.
Ÿ The Moscow Boys Choir: Christmas Around the World (the world-renowned boys choir): 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 4.
Ÿ Ruth Page Civic Ballet: “The Nutcracker” (traditional holiday favorite): 1 and 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, and 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 16.
Ÿ Swingin’ the Benny Goodman Songbook (a cabaret style jazz trio): 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, 2013.
Ÿ Imani Winds (a premiere wind quintet): 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013.
Ÿ Lisa Rock in Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters (recreates the sounds of the Carpenters): 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013.
Ÿ Cirque Ziva (circus acrobats): 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, 2013.
Ÿ The Passing Zone presents Gravity Attacks! (comedy jugglers): 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2013.
Ÿ Orbert Davis Quintet (Chicago jazz trumpeter): 8 p.m. Friday, April 12, 2013.
Ÿ “Sleeping Beauty” featuring David Gonzalez (multimedia storytelling): noon Saturday, May 4, 2013.
Ÿ 3 Blonde Moms … See How They Run! (stand-up comedy): 8 p.m. Saturday, May 11, 2013.
Professional Touring Season Subscriptions are on sale available until Sept. 15. Subscribers who purchase tickets to three or more different professional events save 15 percent off regular prices.
Subscribers also receive best seats available, guaranteed same seats for all events (if ordered by Aug. 17), personalized assistance creating a subscription, additional adult tickets at 15 percent savings, handling and exchange fees waived and ticket exchanges up to 24 hours prior to the event during regular Box Office hours.
Subscription tickets can be purchased at the box office in the James Lumber Center, Room P112 at the CLC Grayslake Campus, or by phone at (847) 543-2300. Subscriptions are not available for online purchase, but patrons can learn more and request a James Lumber Center subscription brochure or the 2012-13 CLC cultural arts calendar, which includes professional series and college-sponsored events, by calling the box office or visiting www.clcillinois.edu/tickets. The box office is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (847) 543-2300.
Discounts are available for CLC students, CLC staff, seniors 65 and older and members of the CLC Alumni Association. Three seating levels and prices are offered on events held in the Mainstage Theatre. A $1 per ticket JLC facility fee will be added at the time of purchase. Subscriber prices below apply when patrons purchase tickets to three or more different events before Sept. 15.
The JLC Box Office Sixth Annual Sale will be from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 15. This free, family-friendly event offers 10 percent discounted tickets to single Professional Touring Series shows, discounted rates on select college performances (patrons must purchase tickets in person), prizes, food, backstage tours, technical hands-on opportunities and video previews of the 2012-13 professional touring series.