Whatley Center 2014-2015 Season Brochure

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WHATLEY CENTER SEASON GUIDE2014/2015

Building 429

Asleep at the Wheel Vicki Lawrence

2014 EventsAug. 28-Sept. 26 .... Exhibit: NTCC Collection of Caddo Indian PotteryOct. 2-5 ..................................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)Oct. 6-31 ......................................Exhibit: Ron Bigony: Watercolor ArtistOct. 11 ................................................Let’s Hang On: Frankie Valli tributeOct. 19 ..............................................Building 429: Christian rock concertNov. 7-Dec. 2 ............... Exhibit: NTCC Art Faculty & Student Art ShowNov. 8 ........................................................Vicki Lawrence: Vicki & MamaDec. 5-7 .....................................Theatre Northeast Children’s Play (TBA)Dec. 8 ................................... Asleep at the Wheel: Santa Loves to Boogie

2015 EventsJan. 23 .................................................................... Inspiration of BroadwayFeb. 5 ............................................... Distinguished Lecture: Laura SchroffFeb. 9-27 ............................................................ Exhibit: Pottery ShowcaseFeb. 26-March 1 ....................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)March 3 ...................................................................The Vienna Boys ChoirMarch 21-April 3 ........................ Exhibit: Mt. Pleasant Art Society ShowMarch 22 ..........................................................Ron Clinton Piano ConcertMarch 26 ..................................... American Idol Stars Celebrate MotownApril 13-23 .................... Exhibit: Annual NTCC Student Art ExhibitionApril 23-26 ............................................... Theatre Northeast Show (TBA)

All dates subject to change

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Dear Friends,

Our new brand here at Northeast is “focused.” I think it is so appropriate for the Whatley. We always try to focus on quality entertainment, and I think this year is one of the best!

Look through the brochure and hurry to save your seats for all of the shows you wish to enjoy with us. By becoming a Friend of the Whatley at one of the levels offered on p. 15 of the brochure, you will ensure that you have your reserved seats to each performance. Our Entertainment Series includes “Let’s Hang On” (Frankie Valli tribute), Asleep at the Wheel, The Inspiration of Broadway, and the world-famous Vienna Boys Choir.

As always, we are offering special events throughout the season. If you join as a Friend of the Whatley, you will get first choice of seats for the special events. We are also privileged to present our own Dr. Ron Clinton in a piano recital. Doug Hoppock and Theatre Northeast will present five outstanding theatre produc-tions, and Dr. Kim Wommack has organized the quality art exhibits you enjoy in the Whatley foyer.

Thank you for your support of the Whatley Center! Come and enjoy the chang-es we have made to the facility with the help of you who have given to the Cam-paign for the Whatley. It is not too late to make a contribution to help us finish our goals. We had hoped to have the auditorium seats replaced by now, but realized we couldn’t shut the auditorium down for enough time this summer. We will be putting our new seats in next summer.

This is YOUR center, please come and be a part of it.

Sincerely,

Whatley Center [email protected]

Carolyn Franks

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Entertainment Series

Let’s Hang OnSaturday, Oct. 11, 2014 • 7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by Sanitation Solutions/B. Bray Construction Co., Inc. • Paris, TX

The nation’s most popular Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Tribute show is a full blown stage production complete with

that Four Seasons’ sound, crisp choreography, and a live band. You’ll see four great looking guys and two beautiful girls sing and dance their way through some of the best songs of all time. What you get is a 90 minute, high-energy, great sound-ing production, sure to entertain every audience! If you liked Jersey Boys, you’ll love Let’s Hang On!

Included In Season Package • Adults: $30 • Students: $10

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Asleep at the WheelSanta Loves to Boogie

Monday, Dec. 8, 2014 • 7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by

Asleep at the Wheel has seen miles and miles of Texas. They got their kicks on Route 66. And, in 2010,

the band clicked another milestone on the odometer – their 40th anniversary. Now in their 44th year, the band continues to intro-duce the western swing genre to a new gen-eration. Their stop at the Whatley Center will help get you into the Christmas spirit with a Texas flair.


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Entertainment Series

Inspiration of BroadwayFriday, January 23, 2015 • 7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by Charlie & Helen Hampton

With the amazing vocal harmonies of Ernie Haase and Signature Sound and the incredible voice of

J. Mark McVey, from Broadway’s Les Misera-bles, The Inspiration of Broadway is thrilling audiences with their fresh take on the most beloved music of the Broadway stage. This is truly an uplifting night for people of all ages. The show features favorite songs from virtu-ally every hit Broadway show, done with in-comparable four-part harmonies.


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The Vienna Boys ChoirTuesday, March 3, 2015 • 7:30 p.m.

Today The Vienna Boys Choir consists of around 100 choristers between the ages of ten and fourteen, divided into four

touring choirs. The four choirs give around 300 concerts and performances each year in front of almost half a million people. Each group spends nine to eleven weeks of the school year on tour. They visit virtually all European countries, and they are frequent guests in Asia, Australia and the Americas.


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Anonymous Sponsor

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Building 429with Love and the Outcome

Sunday, October 19, 2014 • 6:30 p.m.

The Whatley Center is just one of many stops for Building 429 on their We Won’t Be Shaken tour. The band is

led by Jason Roy, a native of Mount Pleas-ant. With the release of 2011’s Listen to the Sound, Building 429 solidified its place as one of Christian music’s best-loved and most in-fluential bands. They will be joined by Love and the Outcome.

Rows C-O (all ages): $20 • VIP ticket: $40

Sponsored by Al & Sue Havenstrite

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Vicki LawrenceVicki & Mama: A Two Woman Show

Saturday, November 8, 2014 • 7:30 p.m.

Emmy Award winning comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most be-loved television personalities of her

generation. Plucked out of total obscurity as a high school senior, Vicki went on to become part of the now-legendary cast of the “Carol Burnett Show.” Her Whatley performance will include an appearance by her popular charac-ter “Mama” in addition to Vicki herself.

Adult: $30 • Student: $10

Sponsored by

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Laura SchroffDistinguished Lecture

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015 • 7:00 p.m.

Laura Schroff was a featured speaker at Leadercast 2014 and was well-received by those who attended the simulcast

at NTCC. She is a former advertising execu-tive who has worked with several major me-dia companies. In her distinguished lecture, Schroff will discuss the inspiring true autobio-graphical story behind her bestselling book, An Invisible Thread, which explores her un-likely friendship with a young homeless boy in New York City.

Adults: $20 • Students: $5

Sponsored by the NTCC Foundation

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American Idol Stars

Celebrate MotownThursday, March 26, 2015 • 7:30 p.m.

Sponsored by

Four finalists from NBC’s hit show, “American Idol” come together for a fun-filled, dancing-in-the-street night

of Motown’s electrifying music! Experience four powerhouse performers celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Motown’s Hit Factory. Music will include selections by Smokey Robinson, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations and Mi-chael Jackson and the Jackson Five.


Featuring:Gina Glocksen, Season 6

Von Smith, Season 8Melinda Doolittle, Season 6

Rickey Smith, Season 2

Northeast Texas Community College Foundation11 Special Event11


Ron ClintonSolo Piano Concert Benefitting Scholarships

Sunday, March 22, 2015 • 2:30 p.m.

Dr. Ron Clinton has been employed at NTCC since it was founded in 1985. He worked as a faculty mem-

ber before joining the administrative team as Executive Vice President for Instruction. He has performed extensively throughout the United States, Asia and South America as a concert pianist and has appeared as guest soloists with symphony orchestras in Houston, Austin, Lubbock, South America, and the Republic of South Korea.

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The Whatley Guild

Did You Know...

The Whatley Guild is a group of people who provide volunteer support for Whatley Center events.

Some of the ways you can assist are listed below.

• Volunteer as an usher or greeter• Help provide hospitality for artists• Assist with concessions at intermission• Work with artists as they meet patrons and sell their merchandise

• Keep in touch with members by phone or e-mail to organize events• Promote the Whatley Center in your community• Help with box office at will-call

Guild membership is $25 per person annually from Sept. 1 – Aug. 31.

A gift of just $500 names an auditorium chair?

Includes a plaque on the chair with a name of your choice. Chairs may

be named in memory or honor of a friend

or loved one.

Call Nita May at 903-434-8113 to learn more!

Theatre Northeast

Music Northeast

2014-2015 Theatre Northeast Schedule

Watch for show titles

at a later date!

Pictured is the cast of the recent production,

Rumors

Please check ntcc.edu/whatley for scheduled events

Theatre Northeast [email protected]

Doug Hoppock

Instructor of [email protected]

Andrew Daniel

Theatre Northeast is the stu-dent theatre group at NTCC.

They are well-known throughout the area for their outstanding per-formances. Many alumni from this group have gone on to pursue successful careers in the perform-ing arts.

Music Northeast offers profes-sional music training for stu-

dents at all levels of ability. From private lessons to ensembles, stu-dents have the opportunity to ex-plore their musical horizons with both instruments and voice. Con-certs and recitals are held periodi-cally throughout the year.

• Oct. 2-4, 7:30 p.m. & Oct. 5, 2:05 p.m.• Children’s Play: Dec. 5-6, 7:30 p.m. & Dec. 7, 2:05 p.m.

• Feb. 26-28, 7:30 p.m. & March 1, 2:05 p.m.• April 23-25, 7:30 p.m. & April 26, 2:05 p.m.

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Fine Arts Department2014-2015 Art Exhibits and Receptions

Thursday, Aug. 28 - Friday, Sept. 26 ............................ Caddo Indian Pottery Featuring selections from NTCC’s permanent collection of Caddo Indian

artifacts. Exhibit Reception - Thursday, Sept. 18, 2:30 p.m., Whatley Cen-ter Foyer. Pieces donated by the late Margaret Hinton.

Monday, Oct. 6– Friday, Oct. 31 ........................ Ron Bigony: Watercolor Artist Featuring the work of local watercolor artist. Artist Reception –Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer

Friday, Nov. 7 - Tuesday, Dec. 2 ..64 Plus - a Juried Collection of Photographs Featuring photographs by NTCC faculty, staff and students. Artist Re-

ception - Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2:30 p.m. Gallery Closed November 26-28 (Thanksgiving Break)

Monday, Feb. 9 - Friday, Feb. 27 ..... Exhibit: Cindy the Potter - Cindy FuquaReception - Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer

March 9-13 .................................................. Gallery Closed for Spring Break

Saturday, March 21 – Friday, April 3 .. Mt. Pleasant Art Society Member Show Reception - Saturday, March 21, 2:00-3:30 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer

Monday, April 13 – Thursday, April 23 ..... Annual NTCC Student Art Show Reception - Tuesday, April 21, 2:00 p.m., Whatley Center Foyer

Division Director forCreative & Performing Arts

[email protected]

Dr. Kim Wommack

Pieces from the NTCC Caddo Indian pottery collection

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2014-2015 Memberships Executive Producer ....................... $1,500Four reserved seats to ALL nine performances offered this season (Whatley Entertainment Series [4], Whatley Special events [3], NTCC Foundation events [2]), reserved parking, four reservations to summer social, four passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Producer ..................................... $1,000Four reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus four reserved seats to the Whatley Special Events [3], four reservations to summer social, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Director ..........................................$750Four reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus four reserved seats to one Whatley Special Event of your choice, two reservations to summer social, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Actor ............................................. $500Two reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus two reserved seats to one Whatley Special Event of your choice, two passes to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Patron ............................................$250Two reserved seats to all Whatley Entertainment Series events [4], plus two pass-es to all student programs, program recognition and gallery opening invitations.

Friend of the WhatleyEnjoy the benefits of becoming a

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Membership Renewals Due by Tuesday, Aug. 12New Member Subscriptions Begin Thursday, Aug. 14

Single Ticket Sales Begin Wednesday, Aug. 20

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Membership Packages(See package descriptions on pg. 15)Executive Producer $1500 $_______Producer $1000 $_______Director Please Check 1 Whatley Special Event Below $750 $_______Actor Please Check 1 Whatley Special Event Below $500 $_______Patron $250 $_______

Whatley Entertainment Series Single Ticket Price (After Aug. 20)Let’s Hang On 10/11/14 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Asleep at the Wheel 12/8/14 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Inspir. of Broadway 01/23/15 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Vienna Boys Choir 03/3/15 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______

Whatley Special EventsBuilding 429 10/19/14 $40 VIP ticket x ____ tickets = _______ $20 Rows C-O x ____ tickets = _______Dr. Ron Clinton 03/22/15 $10 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $5 Student x ____ tickets = _______Celebrate Motown 03/26/15 $25 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $5 Student x ____ tickets = _______NTCC Foundation EventsVicki Lawrence 11/08/14 $30 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $10 Student x ____ tickets = _______Laura Schroff 02/05/15 $20 Adult x ____ tickets = _______ $5 Student x ____ tickets = _______ Whatley Guild Membership(s) $25/each x ____ members $_____

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Whatley Center Seating

To reserve your same seats as last season, please return before the August 12, 2014 deadline.

Whatley Box Office: 903-434-8181 • Fax number: 903-434-4419PO Box 1307, Mt. Pleasant, TX 75456-1307

Website: www.ntcc.edu/whatley • E-mail: [email protected]: M-Th 9-4, F 9-12 and 1½ hours before shows

We accept cash, checks, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. There is a $2 handling fee for mailing tickets. All sales are final. We offer group discounts to most perfor-mances for organizations bringing groups of ten or more.

We have wheelchair accessible seating. We have added more temporary handi-capped parking spaces in the circle for events, and remember you can drop off passengers in the circle before you park!

Babes-in-arms and children under 4 are not admitted to Entertainment Series and Special Events.

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