2015/16 SEASONTheColonial.org

Dear Friends,

Legendary singer-songwriters, the latest comedic talent, world-renowned vocalists, and simply the best Broadway and family entertainment await you at The Colonial Theatre in 2015/2016.

Scanning the season a few trends come to light. We are proud to present a host of gifted female vocalists, starting with the soulful blend of Mavis Staples and Joan Osborne. Three-time 2015 Grammy winner and Americana-roots artist, Rosanne Cash, will headline in the spring. Crossover talent abounds with artists such as The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain who offer a variety of musical genres – from classical to grunge-rock. Often described as an African-style Cirque du Soleil, the dazzling Cirque Zuma Zuma will entice and enthrall.

Thanks to you, our members and patrons, we now enjoy the world’s best performing artists right here at home. And with your support, we bring live performance into the lives of our youth, ensuring that the arts remain a vital part of their education and life experience.

A Colonial membership is an easy way to invest in the cultural health of our region. Simply put, your membership makes all of this possible. And membership offers a host of benefits such as discounted tickets, priority seating, advance ticket purchase and you’ll be among the first to find out about added shows throughout the season.

Particularly now, I want to offer a heartfelt thank you for all the ways you continue to support our community’s performing arts center. Continue to buy tickets and spread the word so first-class performances continue to be available and accessible to everyone.

As always, I look forward to seeing you at The Colonial!

ALEC DOYLE Executive Director

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C&S Wholesale Grocers, Markem-Imaje and The Mountain are proud to be Season Underwriters and invite you to share in their support of The Colonial Theatre.

OCTOBERMET LIVE IN HD- Il Trovatore (Verdi) OCTOBER 3

UKELELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN OCTOBER 3

ARLO GUTHRIE: Alice’s Restaurant 50TH Anniversary Tour OCTOBER 10

MET LIVE IN HD - Otello (Verdi) OCTOBER 17

POTTED POTTER - THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE OCTOBER 18

STAYIN’ ALIVE: ONE NIGHT OF THE BEE GEES OCTOBER 23

LAST COMIC STANDING OCTOBER 30

MET LIVE IN HD - Tannhäuser (Wagner) OCTOBER 31

NOVEMBERKRISTALLNACHT REMEMBRANCE NOVEMBER 9

MAVIS STAPLES & JOAN OSBORNE: SOLID SOUL NOVEMBER 10

MET LIVE IN HD - Lulu (Berg) NOVEMBER 21

DECEMBERGREATER KEENE POPS CHOIR DECEMBER 6

CHERISH THE LADIES: CELTIC CHRISTMAS DECEMBER 12

MET LIVE IN HD - The Magic Flute Encore (Mozart) DECEMBER 14

NEW YORK THEATRE BALLET: THE NUTCRACKER DECEMBER 19

JANUARYMET LIVE IN HD - Les Pêcheurs De Perles (Bizet) JANUARY 16

BEST OF NORTH SHORE COMEDY JANUARY 23

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER JANUARY 24

APPLE HILL STRING QUARTET JANUARY 29

MET LIVE IN HD - Turandot (Puccini) JANUARY 30

FEBRUARYTHE KEENE LIONS CLUB: ANNUAL MUSICAL FEBRUARY 19-21

10,000 MANIACS FEBRUARY 27

MARCHTAP FACTORY MARCH 4

MET LIVE IN HD - Manon Lescaut (Puccini) MARCH 5

WOMEN OF IRELAND MARCH 11

LIVINGSTON TAYLOR, TOM CHAPIN & THE DIVAS MARCH 25

APRILCIRQUE ZUMA ZUMA APRIL 1

MET LIVE IN HD - Madama Butterfly (Puccini) APRIL 2

ROSANNE CASH DUO APRIL 9

MET LIVE IN HD - Roberto Devereux (Donizetti) APRIL 16

GREATER KEENE POPS CHOIR APRIL 24

MET LIVE IN HD - Elektra (Strauss) APRIL 30

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SATURDAYOCTOBER 108 PM $56/$52/$39

“I didn’t think I was gonna live long enough to have to learn ‘Alice’s Restaurant’ again,” says Guthrie. “The initial success of the song really took me by surprise more than anyone else.” The 50th anniversary of such a landmark tune - nay, a tradition and institution at this point - deserves such a tribute. The song will be the tour’s cornerstone, joined and fleshed out by a selection of other material from throughout Arlo’s career, presented in a 21st century multimedia retrospective that shows just how far we have come from “Alice’s Restaurant.”Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Frazier & Son Furniture and IPG Employee Benefits.

All seven Harry Potter books in seventy hilarious minutes! POTTED POTTER – The Unauthorized Harry Experience (A Parody by Dan and Jeff) takes on the ultimate challenge of condensing all seven Harry Potter books (and a real life game of Quidditch) into seventy hilarious minutes. Even if you don’t know the difference between a horcrux and a Hufflepuff, POTTED POTTER will make you roar with laughter, and is perfect for ages from six to Dumbledore (who is very old indeed). Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by People’s Linen Service.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 3 PM $49/$40/$29

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 8 PM $49/$45/$35Meet the ukulele orchestra called “wonderfully clever” by David Bowie, and that the New York Times says “extract(s) more than seems humanly possible from so small and so modest an instrument.” Their shows are a funny and virtuosic obituary of rock and roll, featuring only the “bonsai guitar,” a menagerie of voices and a playlist ranging from Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way” to Wagner’s “Ride of the Valkyries.”

UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN 30 PLUCKING YEARS

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 8 PM $38/$34/$24The largest and most definitive Bee Gees experience, packed full of all of the generation-defining hits that you love (“Night Fever,” “Stayin’ Alive,” “How Deep is Your Love,” “Jive Talkin” and loads more). The show captures the excitement of the Bee Gees live performance and the subtleties of the human voice and sends you dancing down memory lane. Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Liberty Mutual Insurance.

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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 7:30 PM $52/$48/$38The combination of one of the greatest gospel singers of all time and a singer-songwriter called one of the great voices of her generation becomes a greater than the sum of its parts when its Mavis Staples and Joan Osborne. Grammy-winning legend Mavis Staples teams up with multi-platinum recording artist Joan Osborne for the Solid Soul tour.

MAVIS STAPLES & JOAN OSBORNE

KRISTALLNACHT REMEMBRANCE

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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9 7 PM FREEThe Colonial Theatre is proud to partner with the Cohen Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Keene State College to co-present the Center’s annual Kristallnacht Commemoration. The Commemoration brings the entire community together and enables audience members to actively reflect upon the lessons of the Holocaust and deepen their understanding of the community and civic responsibility. This year’s commemoration will feature MoCo Arts dancers, the Keene Middle School Show Choir (directed by Kate Butterfield), and video from the United States Memorial Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C.

CHERISH THE LADIESA CELTIC CHRISTMAS

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 8 PM $35/$31/$21

They have grown from a one-time concert concept to an Irish traditional music sensation, literally the most successful and sought-after Irish-American group in Celtic music. In the process, they have shared the stage with the likes of James Taylor, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Clancy Brothers, Tommy Makem, The Chieftains and loads more. They bring their special holiday show in an evening that includes virtuoso instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Hamblet Electric.

“…Only recently have Irish-American women challenged the male-dominated traditional music scene, and proven themselves capable of as much poetry, exuberance, and soul as the tradition requires. An outstanding ensemble…” – Leslie Berman, The Village Voice

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 8 PM $55/$51/$39 (VIP TIX: $130)

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Do you want the best seats, a meet and greet, and swag? Go VIP for the ultimate Last Comic Standing live experience!

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The traditional cure for cabin fever is back and better than ever! Featuring Boston comic Dave Russo (seen on E! Entertainment Television’s “Mr. Entertainment” with Wayne Newton), and more, this night is the antidote for that post-holiday slump. Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Frazier & Son Furniture (Lead Show Sponsor) and Korvin Appliance.

NORTH SHORE COMEDY APPLE HILL STRING QUARTETFRIDAY, JANUARY 298 PM $37 ADULT/$29 STUDENT & YOUTH

The Apple Hill String Quartet has earned accolades from around the world for their interpretive mastery of such traditional repertoire as Haydn, Mozart, Schubert and Ravel – along with their special dedication to seldom heard masterworks and contemporary music. Performers and audience seated on stage; seating is limited.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 24 7:30 PM $79 (GOLD CIRCLE) $65/$61/$51The national Broadway tour of the musical inspired by the film of the same name, Saturday Night Fever is the unforgettable story of Tony Manero, a young kid from Brooklyn who finds his escape on the disco dancefloor. With all the hits (“Night Fever,” “Disco Inferno,” “More Than a Woman”), all the moves and all the swagger of the original.

SATURDAYJANUARY 238 PM $23

GREATER KEENE POPS CHOIR Join the Greater Keene

Pops Choir for a concert that will enhance the holiday season through song.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 3 PM $12 advance $15 day of show

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER

NEW YORK THEATRE BALLET SATURDAY,DECEMBER 19 2 PM & 5 PM $29 ADULT/$25 YOUTH

New York Theatre Ballet consolidates the classics into hourlong productions for the under- 10 crowd and puts parents’ minds at ease: yes, your children will be able to sit through this show! Though aimed principally at young children, the production’s many clever details, and its crisp, unsentimental, high-octane storytelling have proven equally irresistible to more jaded adults. Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by The Kingsbury Fund.

“…The atmosphere is relaxed and rowdy, the experience a happy one. Don’t forget this one at Nutcracker time next year!”

– Robert Gottlieb, The New York Observer

THENUTCRACKER

With a rich history of family friendly entertainment, the Keene Lions Club looks forward to presenting their 64th annual musical in 2016. Please visit TheColonial.org for updates on show selection. Proceeds benefit Lions Club charities. To learn more about the Keene Lions Club, please visit KeeneLions.com.

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 7:30 PM SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 1 PM & 7:30 PM SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21 1 PM

KEENE LIONS CLUB

FRIDAY, MARCH 4 8 PM $49/$45/$35A fusion of tap with urban percussion, acrobatics, hip hop and a dash of comedy, Tap Factory is an amazing show chock full of unique rhythms, boundless energy and physical poetry. Imagine the magic of tap dancing at its highest possible technical level, performed by world champions of tap and finalists on So You Think You Can Dance (France). Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Cheshire County Federal Credit Union.

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FIRST EVER U.S. TOUR!

ANNUAL MUSICAL

One of the most critically acclaimed bands of the last three decades, 10,000 Maniacs are known for powerful, danceable and socially conscious original material (“Like the Weather,” “What’s the Matter Here?” “Trouble Me,” “These Are the Days,” “Candy Everybody Wants”). Together with artists like R.E.M., they defined college rock and created the first wave of alternative rock bands and what became known as the alternative rock format on FM radio.

10,000 MANIACSSATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27 8 PM $42/$38/$29

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Not just another Irish dance show, Women of Ireland is an innovative and exciting full stage concert production showcasing the next generation of Ireland’s leading female performers. Bringing together all the best parts of the traditions of music, song and dance of Ireland in a kaleidoscopic entertainment experience.

FRIDAY, MARCH 11 8 PM $52/$48/$38

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FRIDAY, APRIL 1 7:30 PM$35 ADULT/$25 STUDENT & YOUTH

Cirque Zuma Zuma is unlike anything you have ever seen before, an African cirque show that highlights the unique elements of African culture. You will see South African gumboot dancers, zuma zuma acrobats, Gabonese tumblers, percussionists from Zimbabwe, Ethiopian foot table juggling – and more! Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Frazier & Son Furniture (Lead Show Sponsor) and Northeast Delta Dental.

GREATER KEENE POPS CHOIR Join the Greater Keene Pops

Choir for another uplifting and joyous concert to be enjoyed by all ages!

SUNDAY, APRIL 243 PM $12 advance $15 day of show

An incredible collaboration of some of the greatest folk musicians of the 20th century: Livingston Taylor, Tom Chapin and The Divas (Liz Simmons, Nicole Zuraitis and Kath Buckell) present a night of music that won’t soon be forgotten. With individual and joint performances, think of this as a never-before-seen meeting of the musical minds, fusing the genre-defying songs of Livingston Taylor with the Grammy-winning storytelling of Tom Chapin and the contemporary flair of The Divas. Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by The Clark-Mortenson Agency, Inc. and Filtrine Manufacturing Company.

FRIDAY, MARCH 25 8 PM $39/$35/$25

LIVINGSTON TAYLOR, TOM CHAPIN & THE DIVAS

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STUDENT MATINEE SERIES JUNIE B’S ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 25 9:45 AM

MATH MANIAC DECEMBER 2 10:00 AM

LILY’S CROSSING MARCH 9 10:00 AM

CIRQUE ZUMA ZUMA APRIL 1 9:45 AM

CHICKEN DANCE MAY 3 9:45 AM

AMBER BROWN IS NOT A CRAYON MAY 24 9:45 AM

IL TROVATORE VERDI / 1:00 PM October 3

OTELLO VERDI / 1:00 PM October 17

TANNHÄUSER WAGNER / 12:00 PM October 31

LULU BERG / 12:30 PM November 21

THE MAGIC FLUTE (ENCORE) MOZART / 6:00 PM December 14

LES PÊCHEURS DE PERLES BIZET / 1:00 PM January 16

TURANDOT PUCCINI / 1:00 PM January 30

MANON LESCAUT PUCCINI / 1:00 PM March 5

MADAMA BUTTERFLY / PUCCINI / 1:00 PM April 2

ROBERTO DEVEREUX DONIZETTI / 1:00 PM April 16

ELEKTRA STRAUSS / 1:00 PM April 30

MET LIVE IN HD 2015/16 SEASONTICKETS FOR MET LIVE PERFORMANCES ON SALE TO: Met Members only July 17 Colonial Theatre Members July 22 General public July 24

INDIVIDUAL TICKET PRICES: Adult: $25 Met/Colonial Theatre Member: $22 Student: $15

MET LIVE SUBSCRIPTION PRICES:10 SHOWS FOR THE PRICE OF 8 Adult: $200 Met/Colonial Theatre Member: $176

Student: $120

SATURDAY, APRIL 9 8 PM $49/$45/$35Fresh off her triple-Grammy win (Best Song, Best Performance, and Best Americana Album), Rosanne Cash continues the musical legacy left by her father Johnny Cash. Her acclaimed 2014 album, The River and The Thread, was hailed by Newsweek as “the work of a lifetime,” and in fact is a musical journey through the historical landscape of the American South, drawing from country, Delta blues, gospel, Appalachian folk and rock, and reflects a soulful mix of music rooted to the region. Support for the 2015/16 season provided in part by Silver Direct and Weller & Michal Architects.

ROSANNE CASH DUO

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Members of The Colonial Theatre contribute to the economic growth, community vitality and overall culture of the Monadnock region through the direct support of the theatre. We are grateful to our Corporate and Individual Members who have helped to create, and now sustain, the historic structure.

The support of membership allows us to present an exciting and diverse mix of events and outreach activities at affordable prices. Please join, renew or upgrade your membership today and be part of the continuing history of The Colonial Theatre.

For questions or thoughts regarding membership, contact Eric V. Weisenberger, Director of Development at eric.weisenberger@TheColonial.org or call 603/357-1233, ext. 104.

ROLLING MEMBERSHIPRolling membership provides continuous benefits to members for an entire calendar year, regardless of when they join, renew or upgrade. Now available: recurring monthly charge option for ALL membership levels and amounts!

MEMBERSHIP ADVANTAGESTickets on sale to MEMBERS ONLY July 1-14. At the Contributor Level, Members receive a 10% discount on SELECT shows; at the Supporter Level and above, Members receive a 10% discount on ALL shows. Members receive advance notice of added shows, as well as priority seating.

THE COLONIAL BOX OFFICEAll seats are reserved. All sales are final. For group sales, please contact Holly Gibson, Director of Audience Services, at 603/357-1233 x107.

IN PERSON 95 Main StreetOpen noon to 9:00 pm Monday through Friday and during film and live events on Saturday and Sunday.

BY PHONE 603/352-2033$3.00 per ticket convenience fee.

BY MAIL$5.00 per order convenience fee. Use enclosed order form and mail to:

The Colonial Theatre PO Box 77 Keene, NH 03431

ONLINE TheColonial.orgTickets for the entire 2015/16 season will become available online at TheColonial.org for members only on July 1 (to the general public on July 15). Convenience fee: $3.00/ticket.

PRESERVATION & MAINTENANCE FEEA $2.50 Preservation and Maintenance Fee is included in the price of each ticket. This fee helps fund the long-term maintenance, restoration and improvement of our historic theatre. The Colonial Theatre is listed on the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places.

STUDENT MATINEE SERIESPlease contact Vicky Pittman, Education and Special Projects Manager at 603/357-1233 x109 for complete information.

STUDENT RUSH TICKETSA limited number of student rush tickets may become available two hours before curtain. For details or to purchase rush tickets, please inquire at the box office.

SPECIAL NEEDSThe Colonial Theatre welcomes anyone who wants to share in the theatre’s experience. Integrated and dispersed accessible seating is provided to patrons with disabilities, their family and friends. Please note that some events have noise levels and mature content that may not be appropriate for all audiences. You are urged to contact us in advance to discuss individual access requests at 603/352-2033.

HOUSE POLICIESLatecomers will be seated according to the discretion of the house manager. EVERYONE including youth (17 years old and under), children (12 years old and under) and babes in arms must have a ticket to enter the theatre. Video, audio, and/or photography of any performance is not permitted.

INCLEMENT WEATHERIf an event is presented as scheduled, we are contractually obligated to pay the performers. Therefore, we are unable to offer refunds or exchanges.

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP LEVELS AND BENEFITSPLATINUM / $10,000+

This premier group of supporters enjoy an exclusive benefits package custom designed to meet their personal needs. Please contact Eric V. Weisenberger, Director of Development, for more information.

GOLD STAR / $5,000 - $9,999 All Angel benefits, plus: Seating of your choice reserved up to 48 hours prior to all performances Four additional tickets for any live event (ten total; excludes special engagements) Invitation to exclusive recognition events

ANGEL / $2,500 - $4,999 All Benefactor benefits, plus: Additional 10% discount on all live events (20% total) Two additional tickets to any live event (six total; excludes special engagements) Opportunity to name a seat

BENEFACTOR / $1,000 - $2,499 All Patron benefits, plus: Two additional tickets to any live event (four total; excludes special engagements) Two gift Supporter Level memberships to give to friends

PATRON / $500 - $999 All Muse benefits, plus: Two tickets to any live event (excludes special engagements) Two gift Friend Level memberships to give to friends All additional convenience fees waived (not for online purchases)

MUSE / $360 - $499 All Sustainer benefits, plus: 2 for 1 tickets to any single live event

SUSTAINER / $250 - $359 All Supporter benefits, plus: Ticket exchange privileges Exclusive opportunity for artist Meet and Greet (when available)

SUPPORTER / $125 - $249 All Contributor benefits, plus: 10% discount on ALL live events (limit eight tickets per event) Lost ticket insurance Colonial Film Society (discounted rate of $5.50 for film admissions)

CONTRIBUTOR / $85 - $124 All Friend benefits, plus: Two film passes 10% discount on selected live events:

Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain Stayin’ Alive: One Night of The Bee Gees New York Theatre Ballet: The Nutcracker Tap Factory Cirque Zuma Zuma

FRIEND / $50 - $84 Subscription to The Colonial Marquee newsletter Advance ticket notice and sale Lobby and Annual Report acknowledgment

ORDERING INFORMATION

PLEASE NOTE: MEMBERS-ONLY BUYING PERIOD ENDS JULY 14

PURCHASE, RENEW OR UPGRADE YOUR COLONIAL MEMBERSHIP TODAY

BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS ABOVE TO ENSURE ADVANCE TICKET NOTIFICATION.

MISSIONThe Colonial Theatre is an historic performing arts center, which brings the cultural and creative spirit of our community to life.

VISIONThe Colonial Theatre will be the model regional performing arts center; exciting, educating and challenging audiences of all ages.

2015/16Preferred Media Sponsor

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We gratefully acknowledge these additional supporters of our 2015/16 season

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PRIORITY SEATING FOR MEMBERS ONLY: JULY 1-14.Tickets go on sale to the general public on JULY 15.

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