From Magic to Soul to Circus: Cole to host an thrilling Performing Arts Sequence

HAMLET —How about just a little magic and thriller to kick off the 2023-2024 Performing Arts Sequence on the Cole Auditorium!

Joshua Lozoff’s “Life Is Magic” present on Sunday, Oct. 15, would be the opener for what will be a fantastic season, stated Cole Auditorium Director Joey Bennett.

“From soul to circus to Broadway, we’ve got just a little little bit of the whole lot this present season, which is why we encourage everybody to buy season tickets,” Bennett stated. “Not solely is it essentially the most reasonably priced choice, however it additionally ensures you a fantastic seat at each present.”

Season tickets go on sale Monday, Could 22. Relying on seating selection, season tickets vary in worth from $100 to $150.

2023-2024 Present Line Up

“Life Is Magic” – Oct. 15 at 3 p.m.

Joshua Lozoff’s magic present is all about instinct and amazement. He combines astounding psychological demonstrations with wonderful magic he has realized from his travels world wide. His present is extremely interactive, and far of the enjoyable comes from watching fellow viewers members take part on stage. Not your typical magician, Joshua leaves you with a novel, memorable expertise that would be the spotlight of the season.

“Portrait of Aretha: CeCe Teneal Celebrates the Queen of Soul” – Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m.

She taught us easy methods to “Assume” and demand “Respect,” all whereas driving on the “Freeway of Love.” In “Portrait of Aretha,” award-winning vocalist CeCe Teneal honors the legacy of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, with personalised interpretations of each fashionable and lesser-known songs from the 18-Grammy award-winning icon’s 50-year profession. Teneal has traveled the world together with her expertise, opening for musical luminaries like Buddy Man, Joe Cocker, Johnny Lang and the legendary B.B. King.

“A Charlie Brown Christmas” Reside on Stage – Dec. 8 at 7:30 p.m.

This Broadway type manufacturing of the traditional animated tv particular involves life on this trustworthy stage adaptation that includes all of your favourite characters from “Charlie Brown and the Peanuts Gang” as they uncover the true that means of Christmas. Will probably be an on the spot vacation traditional for the entire household with its high-energy choreography and traditional Vince Guaraldi rating.

“Solstice: A Winter Circus Expertise” – Feb. 24 at 4 p.m.

“Solstice” is an all-new theatrical circus present by Activate Leisure from Winston-Salem and the Triad. This 75-minute family-friendly present tells a narrative of self-discovery, reminiscence and shared expertise. Watch the extraordinary and prepare to really feel like a child once more!

“Snow White” from Columbia Metropolis Ballet – March 19 at 7:30 p.m.

The Columbia Metropolis Ballet from Columbia, S.C., will convey the traditional fairy story, “Snow White,” to life on this magical efficiency with impeccable dancing, sweeping music and an elaborate set design. Beneath the management of Inventive and Govt Director William Starrett, the Columbia Metropolis Ballet produces what critics have described as “among the highest high quality cultural leisure within the Southeast.”

The Barricade Boys – April 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Direct from London’s West Finish, The Barricade Boys are the UK’s most fun theatrical vocal group with powerhouse vocals, slick dance routines and an unbelievable array of various music. From the emotion of Les Misérables to the carefree doo-wop harmonies of The Jersey Boys and the uncooked power of West Facet Story, The Barricade Boys take you on a journey that features melodies from the world’s biggest songwriters, like Billy Joel, Elton John and Queen. It is a present that can carry your spirits and make your coronary heart sing.

Buying Tickets

The 2023-2024 Performing Arts Sequence present tickets will probably be bought as a package deal and individually. Reserved seating will probably be used for all exhibits this season. Purchasers will probably be assigned a seat location when tickets are bought. Season tickets go on sale Could 22. Particular person present tickets may be bought beginning July 11.

Tickets may be bought on the Cole Auditorium Field Workplace situated on the Hamlet Campus of Richmond Group Faculty. The Field Workplace is open Monday via Thursday from 8 a.m. to five p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.