55th Anniversary Season of the FSCJ Artist Series
JAX, the following show dates and descriptions are being posted early on “Around
Town With Ms. “V”, so that patrons may purchase tickets and guarantee their
seats. The Artist Series is excited about the return of live entertainment.
This season looks to be very exciting at the FSCJ Artist Series with Broadway
productions, concerts, ballets, operas, comedy shows, dance productions, school
performances and variety shows. COVID protocol may change by the times these
events are scheduled to take place and you’ll be able to check the website for
changes. Tickets may be purchased on each link.September
29 – October 17. Hamilton; Times-Union Center for the Performing
Arts: HAMILTON is
the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring
a score that blends hip-hop, jazz,
R&B and
Broadway, HAMILTON has taken
the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a
revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on
culture, politics, and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel
Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and
musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, HAMILTON is based on Ron Chernow’s
acclaimed biography. It has won Tony ® , Grammy ® , and Olivier Awards, the
Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the
Kennedy Center Honors.
October 23 at 8 p.m. The Price is Right Live - On Stage; Times-Union Center for the Performing
Arts. The Price Is Right Live™ is the hit interactive stage show that gives eligible individuals
the chance to hear their names called and “Come On Down” to
win. Prizes may include appliances, vacations and possibly a new car! Play
classic games just like on television's longest running and most popular game
show…from Plinko™ to Cliffhangers™ to The Big Wheel™ and even the fabulous
Showcase. Playing to near sold-out audiences for more than 14 years, the Price
Is Right Live™ has entertained millions of guests and given away more than 12
million dollars in cash and prizes. If you’re a fan of The Price Is Right™ on
TV, you’ll no doubt love this exciting, live (non-televised), on-stage version
of the show!
November 2 - 7 Fiddler on the Roof; Times-Union Center for the
Performing Arts; Tony®-winning director Bartlett Sher and
the team behind South Pacific, The King and I and 2017 Tony-winning
Best Play Oslo, bring a fresh and authentic vision to this beloved
theatrical masterpiece from Tony winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners
Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick. The original production won ten Tony Awards,
including a special Tony for becoming the longest-running Broadway musical of
all time. You’ll be there when the sun rises on this new production, with
stunning movement and dance from acclaimed Israeli choreographer Hofesh
Shechter, based on the original staging by Jerome Robbins. A wonderful cast and
a lavish orchestra tell this heartwarming story of fathers and daughters,
husbands and wives, and the timeless traditions that define faith and family.
Featuring the Broadway classics “Tradition,” “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise,
Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “To Life,” FIDDLER ON THE ROOF will introduce a new generation to this
uplifting celebration that raises its cup to joy! To love! To life!
November 10 at 7 p.m. Pandora Presents Disney Princess: The Concert Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; For
generations, Disney’s Princesses have enchanted us with their courage and
kindness. Their music has been the soundtrack to our lives. Now, for the first
time in forever, that beloved music will be celebrated in Pandora Presents Disney Princess - The Concert.
Be our guest as Broadway’s Belle, Cinderella, Jasmine, and Anna
celebrate all the Disney Princesses in an unforgettable evening of story,
animation, and song! Tony®-nominee Susan Egan, two-time
Tony-nominee Laura Osnes, Grammy®-nominee Courtney
Reed, and rising star Aisha Jackson join forces
in this once-in-a-lifetime concert alongside their magical Music Director, Benjamin
Rauhala and enchanting Prince, Adam J. Levy. Your
every dream will come true as these acclaimed Broadway stars sing your favorite
Disney Princess songs, and share their exclusive, hilarious and heartfelt
behind-the-scenes stories. We invite you to become part of our world…dress up
in your best royal attire and get ready for an unforgettable evening at Disney
Princess - The Concert. Cast subject to change.
Saturday, November 13 at 3 & 7 p.m. The Kingston Trio; Nathan H Wilson Center for the Arts/
FSCJ South Campus. In 1957 The Kingston Trio emerged from San Francisco’s North
Beach club scene to take the country by storm, bringing the rich tradition of
American folk music into the mainstream for the first time. During the late 50s
& early 60s, the Trio enjoyed unprecedented record sales and worldwide
fame, while influencing the musical tastes of a generation. Through changing
times, the Trio has played on, remaining popular for a simple reason… great
songs that sound as good today as the first time you heard them. And
fifty-eight years after Tom Dooley shot to the top of the charts, the Trio is
still on the road thirty weeks a year, bringing back all the great memories and
making new ones.
November 16 at 7:30 p.m. Neil Berg's 50 Years of Rock and Roll; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; With
a cast consisting of both stars from Broadway's greatest rock musicals, as well
as incredible Rock & Roll singers, Neil Berg shares the often-unknown
stories from the fifty-year history of the music that changed the world
forever! From the progenitors of Rock and Roll in the 1940s, through the glory
years of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, up until MTV in the early '80s, Neil Berg's
50 Years of Rock & Roll uses fascinating stories and groundbreaking music,
with tributes to such important and iconic rock stars/groups/genres as Chuck
Berry, Little Richard, Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan,
Frankie Valli, The Beatles, Beach Boys, Motown, Aretha Franklin, The Who, Janis
Joplin, Woodstock, Simon & Garfunkel, Carole King, Led Zeppelin, Elton
John, Stevie Wonder, Billy Joel, Aerosmith, Linda Ronstadt, Bruce Springsteen,
Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Disco, New Wave, Journey, and others!
November 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Join the celebration as Mannheim
Steamroller makes history again - Celebrating over 35
years of holiday magic as they bring their annual holiday tour to
fans throughout the country. Experience the performance of the #1 Christmas
music artist in history and for the first time ever, hear the entire album that
started it all, LIVE - "Mannheim Steamroller Christmas!" A visionary musician and businessman, Chip Davis is
behind a remarkable body of work now spanning five decades. Since founding
Mannheim Steamroller and American Gramaphone Records in 1974, Davis has
written, arranged, and recorded over 35 albums, highlighted by the RIAA
multi-platinum certified Mannheim Steamroller catalog.
November 28 at 7 p.m. A Christmas Carol; Times-Union
Center for the Performing Arts; With script adaptation, direction, and a flawless
performance as Scrooge, by award-winning 40 year theater veteran Scott H
Severance, this new adaptation of Dickens’ ever popular classic fills the stage
with first class professional actors, lush costumes, stunning sets and
puppetry, song and dance, a heavy dose of humor, and a timeless message. With
the music of 26 beloved traditional carols of the season woven throughout this
classic tale, A Christmas Carol
is the perfect way to begin the holiday festivities in your community. Celebrate
the true Spirit of Christmas with this brand new, original production filled
with haunting special effects and heartfelt sentiment. A Christmas Carol is delightful and thoroughly entertaining!
Filled with beloved music of the season, superb staging, and tremendous
artistry, it is the perfect family holiday event.
December 2 at 7:30 p.m. Cirque Dreams Holidaze; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Cirque Dreams Holidaze lights up the stage in this popular and dazzling
family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a whimsical,
Broadway-style musical infused with contemporary circus artistry into the
ultimate holiday gift for the entire family! As lights dim and music plays, a
fantastical cast of holiday storybook characters come to life presenting an
elaborate wonderland, invoking the stories behind a child’s eye as they dream
on the most magical of nights. Ballerinas, nutcrackers, snowmen, penguins,
reindeer, ethereal aerialists, gingerbread people, carolers and colossal
ornaments fly, balance, juggle and stretch imaginations. Accomplished artists and circus acts will be gift-wrapped
in over 300 imaginative and one-of-a-kind costume designs. Broadway singers
perform original music along with new twists on seasonal favorites such as
“Deck the Halls,” “Winter Wonderland” and “Jingle Bell Rock”.
December 7-12. Come
from Away Times-Union Center for the
Performing Arts; Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best
Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’
Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded
passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures
clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared
into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this
breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff
and David Hein, and helmed by this year’s Tony-winning Best
Director, Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers, “It takes you to a place you never
want to leave!” On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us
all.
December 21 at 7:30 p.m. An Intimate Evening with David Foster; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; David
Foster seems constitutionally
incapable of resting on his laurels, and his relentless drive has propelled him
throughout his career. Few other individuals can claim to have their
fingerprints on more major moments in all of popular music than David Foster.
He has created hit songs and award-winning gold and platinum albums for a
diverse array of artists including Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Whitney
Houston, Michael Jackson, Madonna, Andrea Bocelli, Michael Bublé, Josh Groban,
Rod Stewart, Stevie Wonder, Earth, Wind & Fire, Diana Krall, Natalie Cole,
Michael Bolton, Seal, Chaka Khan, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Chicago, Hall
& Oates, Brandy, ’N Sync, Boz Scaggs, and Gloria Estefan. For
his remarkable work, Foster has won 16 Grammy Awards, including three for
Producer of the Year, an Emmy Award, a Golden Globe, and racked
up three Oscar nominations for “Best Original Song.”
Friday, January 7, 2022 at 8 p.m. Cinderella Ballet; Times-Union
Center for the Performing Arts. The State Ballet Theatre of
Ukraine returns to the United States to present their captivating two-act performance
of Cinderella, one of
the most beloved stories of all time. With no fewer than 55 of Ukrainians
finest performers, this esteemed ensemble has performed to the delight of
audiences worldwide. Set to Sergei Prokofiev's music with Vladimir Vasiliev's
choreography, this full-scale production follows the beautiful maiden's story
as she seeks her handsome Prince Charming. With the help of a little magic, she
discovers that dreams really can come true. Featuring graceful dancers,
enchanting music, and beautiful costumes, this classic fairy tale is a treat
the whole family will enjoy!
January 8-9, 2022; Menopause the Musical;
Times-Union
Center for the Performing Arts; Four
women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory
loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex and more! This
hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will
have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! See what more than 17 million
women and fans worldwide have been laughing about for 19 years!
January 11, 2022; Jersey Boys Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; They were just four guys from Jersey,
until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard…
and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect
on stage, off stage it was a very different story -- a story that has made them
an international sensation all over again. Go behind the music and inside the
story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony and Grammy
Award®-winning true-life musical phenomenon, JERSEY BOYS. From the streets of
New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s just
too good to be true. Featuring the legendary top ten hits; “Sherry,” “Big Girls
Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” and “December, 1963
(Oh What A Night).”
January 14, 2022; at 8 p.m.
An Evening with Jay Leno; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Acclaimed TV late night show host, admired stand-up
comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate
speaker, TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder and
mechanic, and philanthropist…Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest
working man in show business.” Join him in person for an evening you’ll never
forget.
January 18, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Proud
Tina; Times-Union Center for the
Performing Arts; Get the
electrifying concert experience of Tina Turner with this glorious, energetic
stage production, brimming with Tina hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s & 90s. The
powerful raspy vocals, high-intensity dancing and thrilling stage presence live
on stage, complete with band, brass section, backing vocalists and dancers to
make this the definitive tribute, and a fabulous fun night out! Hear all the
energetic Rock and soulful RnB hits that made Tina one of the 20th century’s
biggest names in music – “Simply the Best,” “What’s Love Got to Do
With It,” “River Deep Mountain High,” “Proud Mary,” “Nutbush City Limits,” “We
Don’t Need Another Hero,” “What You Get is What You See,” “Private Dancer” and many more.
January 23, 2022; Mutts
Gone Nuts; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Expect the unexpected, as canines and comedy collide in a
smash hit performance, that’s leaving audiences everywhere howling for more.
From shelters to showbiz, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a
breathtaking, action-packed, comedy dog spectacular, featuring some of the
world’s most talented 4-legged performers. Deemed ‘A Must See’ by the
Washington Post, the dogs are sure to steal your heart, and then your socks!
January 25, 2022 - Jan 30, 2022; Dear
Evan Hansen; Times-Union Center for
the Performing Arts. Available
as part of the Broadway in Jacksonville Season. DEAR EVAN HANSON was the winner of six 2017 tony® awards
including Best Musical and the 2018 Grammy® award for best musical theater
album. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never
meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about
to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal
and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. DEAR EVAN HANSEN has struck a
remarkable chord with audiences and critics everywhere. DEAR EVAN HANSEN features a book by Tony Award winner Steven
Levenson, a score by Grammy®, Tony® and Academy Award® winners Benj Pasek and
Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman), and
direction by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif (Rent, Next
to Normal).
February 5, 2022; Rigoletto Opera Times-Union Center for the Performing
Arts; The
Opera was composed in 1851. Verdi's RIGOLETTO is an intriguing study of the
contrasts between good and evil. Destinies collide as the womanizing Duke of
Mantua and his vengeful court jester RIGOLLETO, weave a fascinating drama of
seduction, betrayal, curses and vendettas ending with the tragic death of
an innocent young woman.
February 6, 2022; The Simon & Garfunkel Story The Simon &
Garfunkel Story is touring North America
again this year! Using huge projection photos and original film footage,
featuring a full live band performing all the hits including “‘Mrs. Robinson,” “Cecilia,”
“Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Homeward Bound” and many more. The immersive
concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the
folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their
humble beginnings, their incredible success, and dramatic split in 1970. With more
than 100 million album sales since 1965, Simon & Garfunkel’s perfect
harmonies and songs that poignantly captured the times made them one of the
most successful folk-rock duos of all time. Over the years, they won 10 Grammy
Awards and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
February 9, 2022; Rent; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; For a quarter of a
century, RENT has inspired us to choose love over fear and to live
without regret. This Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning phenomenon has
become more than a musical – it’s a cultural touchstone and a source of joy and
strength for millions. RENT’s 25th Anniversary “Farewell Season of Love”
is your FINAL CHANCE to experience this celebrated touring production – so
don’t miss it!
February 20, 2022, 2 p.m.
Motones & Jerseys: In Concert; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Join the Motones and the Jerseys for a
high-energy 60’s-inspired song and dance experience. With a set list of nearly
50 songs, “Motones vs. Jersey's” features the music of beloved artists like
Marvin Gaye, The Drifters, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, The Temptations,
The Beach Boys, Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Herman’s Hermits, and many more.
This isn't your typical theatrical experience! At an MVJ show, audiences choose
the winner at every performance via real-time voting app. So, forget the rules!
Audiences will be glad they got a seat, but they won’t need to stay in it!
February 22-27, 2022; Cats; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; CATS, the record-breaking
musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that has captivated audiences in
over 30 countries and 15 languages, is now on tour across North America! Audiences
and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking
music, including one of the most treasured songs in musical
theater—"Memory”. Winner of 7 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL, CATS
tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats
gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. The
original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber (The Phantom of the
Opera, School of Rock, Sunset Boulevard),
original scenic and costume design by John Napier (Les Misérables),
all-new lighting design by Natasha Katz (Aladdin), all-new sound
design by Mick Potter, new choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton)
based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne (Phantom) and
direction by Trevor Nunn (Les Misérables) make this production a new
CATS for a new generation!
March 5, 2022; Steve Martin &
Martin Short; Times-Union
Center for the Performing Arts; Steve Martin and Martin Short’s “You Won’t Believe What
They Look Like Today!” is a show that redefines the form in unexpected and
profound ways, from two of the funniest, most influential and acclaimed talents
of the past century. Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous
self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh
as much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace with little
set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of
celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly)
roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a
friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the
first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of
comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first
live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.”
March 6, 2022 at 3 p.m. Celtic Woman: Postcards from Ireland; Times-Union Center for the Performing
Arts; Grammy nominated global music sensation Celtic
Woman is thrilled to return in 2022 with a brand-new show Postcards
from Ireland. Postcards from Ireland celebrates the
rich musical and cultural heritage of Ireland; taking audiences on a journey of
story and song from across the Emerald Isle. Embrace an evening of angelic
voices, breath-taking harmonies and instrumental virtuosity, transporting you
from your theatre seat to the lush landscapes of Ireland. Celtic
Woman's fresh fusion of traditional Irish music and contemporary song
craft celebrates Ireland's ancient heritage while reflecting the vibrant spirit
of modern Ireland. With Irish dancers, bagpipers and an array of traditional
Irish instruments - including the bodhran, tin whistle and uilleann pipes -
this dynamic and multi-talented group has captivated audiences all around the
world.
March 29-April 3, 2022; Anastasia; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Inspired
by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to
Jacksonville at last! From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway
classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the
Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman
sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet
officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and
a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her
find home, love, and family. ANASTASIA features a book by celebrated
playwright Terrence McNally, a lush new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and
Lynn Ahrens (lyrics) with direction by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak.
April 9, 2022; An Officer and a
Gentleman; Times-Union Center for
the Performing Arts; Based on the
Oscar-winning film, AN OFFICER AND A
GENTLEMAN is the timeless love story that celebrates triumph over
adversity. The new musical features an iconic score including the Grammy and
Oscar-winning #1 hit “Up Where We Belong” (Joe Cocker/Jennifer Warnes), and
your favorite 80’s hits including: “Higher Love” (Steve Winwood), “Owner of a
Lonely Heart” (Yes), “Love is a Battlefield” and “Invincible” (Pat Benatar),
and many more popular tunes. Zack Mayo has the raw talent and strength for the
US Navy’s Officer Training School; but his arrogance is out of step. Graduating
from the elite program will secure Zack’s career and future, but can he endure
the relentless commands of Drill Sergeant Foley? On his journey of
self-discovery, Zack finds comfort in the arms of a strong-willed local factory
worker. When tragedy befalls a fellow candidate, Zack learns the importance of
friendship and honor, finds the courage to be his best self and wins the heart
of the woman he loves.
April 29, 2022; Waitress; Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts; Meet
Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small
town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts
that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and
“Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county —and a
satisfying encounter with someone new —show Jenna a chance at a fresh start,
she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna
can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness. Brought to life by a
groundbreaking all-female creative team, this hilarious hit Broadway musical
features original music and lyrics by Grammy® Award winner Sara Bareilles ("Brave,"
"Love Song").
