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

HAMLET —How about a little bit 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 an incredible season, stated Cole Auditorium Director Joey Bennett.

“From soul to circus to Broadway, we’ve a little bit little bit of every little thing this present season, which is why we encourage everybody to buy season tickets,” Bennett stated. “Not solely is it essentially the most inexpensive choice, however it additionally ensures you an incredible seat at each present.”

Season tickets go on sale Monday, Might 22. Relying on seating selection, season tickets vary in value 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 superb magic he has realized from his travels around the globe. 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 learn how to “Assume” and demand “Respect,” all whereas using 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 widespread 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 basic 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 instantaneous vacation basic for the entire household with its high-energy choreography and basic 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 carry the basic fairy story, “Snow White,” to life on this magical efficiency with impeccable dancing, sweeping music and an elaborate set design. Below the management of Creative 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 enjoyable theatrical vocal group with powerhouse vocals, slick dance routines and an unimaginable array of assorted music. From the emotion of Les Misérables to the carefree doo-wop harmonies of The Jersey Boys and the uncooked vitality 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. This can be a present that may carry your spirits and make your coronary heart sing.

Buying Tickets

The 2023-2024 Performing Arts Sequence present tickets can be bought as a bundle and individually. Reserved seating can be used for all reveals this season. Purchasers can be assigned a seat location when tickets are bought. Season tickets go on sale Might 22. Particular person present tickets could be bought beginning July 11.

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