Speaking Volumes: Transforming Hate
November 12 - December 31, 2011
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This powerful, traveling exhibit features the work of artists from across the nation
which transforms and responds to 4000 volumes of surrendered white supremacist
hate literature in creative and provocative ways. Their works subvert the literature’s
intentions by encouraging empathy for others and respect for social justice.
Sponsored by: Breaking Boundaries, Bruce & Nancy Baumgart and Nancy Caldwell
Guest Speaker, Travis McAdam, Executive Director,
Montana Human Rights Network
Wednesday, November 30th - Colonial Theater
6 pm – Reception, 7 pm – Lecture
Ticket Price $25 – includes heavy appetizers and libations.
Event is hosted by City Club of Idaho Falls & Idaho Falls Arts Council
October 28 & 29, 8:00 pm.
Deep Love:
A Ghostly Folk Opera
Tickets $15/general admission & $20/reserved
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Set at Old Bones’ grave, Deep Love: A Ghostly Folk Opera begins with a dead husband and his living wife, Constance, pledging their undying love to each other. Though Constance cannot see or feel Old Bones’ presence, her love for him goes beyond the grave. Still grieving, Constance meets Friedrich and begins to see life as a possibility again. For a moment, they find solace in each other’s love. Even so, Friedrich, tormented by a history with his ex-lover (Florence), and Constance, still haunted by the memory of Old Bones, cannot fully escape their respective pasts. The entanglement of these four characters’ lives allows you to judge if their love is deep. Funeral attire recommended.
November 1 & 2, 7:30 pm.
GFour Productions presents:
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL
Tickets $42/Call 522-0471
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Groups of 10 or more - Contact Jennifer Ruffner for a special group rate!
Call (888)686-8587 ext. 11 or email groups@gfourproductions.com
Menopause The Musical® - Celebrating 10 years of "The Change"!
COME JOIN OUR SISTERHOOD!
Four women at a lingerie sale with 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 is set to classic tunes from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! See what millions of women worldwide have been laughing about for 10 years! It's the Hilarious Celebration of Women and The Change!®
Holiday Gift Fair, November 5th 2011, 10 am - 4pm
Local Vendors will join together to bring the holiday spirit to the community. Please join us in the fun and get your holiday shopping done! If interested in being a vendor click on the link below and follow instructions! We look forward to seeing everyone there!
$10 in "Boutique Bucks" are available for the first 20 people that arrive.
Download the Vendor Application Here
November 11-12, 14-15
Hairspray
Tickets $10, $8 for matinee
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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You can’t stop the beat of this Broadway musical comedy! “Hairspray” presented by the Idaho Falls Youth Arts Centre. Can Tracy, the big girl with the really big hair, make an even bigger difference in the world without denting her ‘do? Come find out!
November 25-26, Monday 28, Fri-Sat. December 2-3, 7:30pm
Playmill Theatre's White Christmas
Tickets $29
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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After a huge success in 2010, White Christmas returns to the Colonial. This live-stage incarnation of the 1954 classic film features music, spectacular dance, and holiday nostalgia.
Sponsored by: Premier Insurance, URS, Channel 3, Idaho Falls Magazine, and KUPI 99
December 9 & 10, 7:30pm
Idaho Ballet Theatre's The Nutcracker
Tickets $12 (sorry, no "under 30" discount on this show)
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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From the moment the lights dim, you will be transported to a magical place filled with adorable children, marching toy soldiers, a Christmas tree grows right before your eyes, mischievous mice, and waltzing snowflakes. A holiday dance tradition that should not be missed.
December 17, 7:30pm
Snake River All Stars Christmas' Past
Tickets $28
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Join the Snake River All Stars for an amazing night of holiday fun. A show filled with All Stars versions of Christmas classics and more than a few surprises. Idaho's most talented musicians coupled with a perfectly staged production make this a can't miss event.
Sponsored by: East Idaho Regional Medical Center, Jeff & Laurel Sayer, Channel 8, Idaho Falls Magazine, and Classic Rock 102.5 & Fox Sports 930 am
December 20, 7:30pm
Jon Schmidt & Steven Sharp Nelson
Tickets $22
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Popular hybrid pianist (new age meets classical meets rock n roll) Jon Schmidt performs with the talented cellist Steven Sharp Nelson for one night of melodic, unconventional, and beautifully syncopated arrangements and original compositions of holiday tunes.
Sponsored by: Idaho Falls Magazine and Classy 97
January 18, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
101 Years of Broadway
Tickets $34
Colonial Theater/Cal 522-0471
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This highly anticipated engagement features a dazzling cast of five of Broadway’s finest singers, stars of shows such as The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserables, Evita, Little Shop of Horrors, Jesus Christ Superstar, and Fiddler on the Roof, accompanied by an all-star New York band as they light up the stage with songs from the hit shows in which they starred. From Irving Berlin to Andrew Lloyd Webber, including dazzling tributes to Rodgers and Hart, Kander and Ebb, Lerner and Lowe, George Gershwin, Stephen Sondheim, Stephen Schwartz, and Oscar Hammerstein. It’s an unforgettable evening of music that will keep Broadway buffs in a state of bliss for weeks to come.
Sponsored by: D.L. Evans Bank, Terry Miller, Channel 3, Idaho Falls Magazine,
and Classy 97
January 25, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Martin Sexton
Tickets $28
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Martin Sexton is ripe with raw, expansive talent. His voice comes in a hundred impossible shades. His songs are sweet and spirited and soulful. “His repertoire is like a cross-country tour of the American musical vernacular." —Boston Globe. The New York Times wrote that this artist "jumps beyond standard fare on the strength of his voice, a blue-eyed soul man's supple instrument," adding that "his unpretentious heartiness helps him focus on every soul singer's goal: to amplify the sound of the ordinary heart."
Sponsored by: Channel Blend, Lewis Corporation, Marcellar’s & Friends, Channel 3,
Miles Willard Technologies
and KISU-FM Radio
Idaho Falls Community Concerts presents
February 1, 7:30 pm
Colonial Theater
Anita Chen
A rare talent in orchestral music, equally adept at violin and piano, Anita plays with precision and style, warmth and imagination.
February 2, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
International Guitar Night
Tickets $28
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Bringing together the world’s foremost acoustic guitarists to perform their latest original compositions and exchange musical ideas in a public concert setting. Each tour, IGN founder Brian Gore invites a new cast of guitar luminaries to join him for special evenings of solos, duets and quartets that highlight the virtuosity and diversity within the world of acoustic guitar. Brian will be joined by Adrian Legg, England's eclectic, electric guitarist, Lulo Reinhardt from Germany, carrying on Django's Gypsy Swing legacy with an added Latin flavor, and Marco Pereira, Brazil's multi-dimensional virtuoso.
Sponsored by: Don & Angela Carey, URS, Channel 8, and KISU-FM Radio
February 10, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
The StepCrew
Tickets $32
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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This unbelievably energetic new show brings together three styles of exhilarating dance forms – Ottawa Valley stepdance, Irish stepdance, and Tap. With virtuosic dancers and musicians from the likes of The Chieftains, Cherish The Ladies, and Bowfire. The StepCrew boasts three world-class fiddlers backed by an amazing five-piece ensemble comprised of some of the most talented and respected musicians in the Celtic music scene today.
Sponsored by: Paul Davis Restoration, Portage, Candlewood Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites and Holiday Inn Express, Channel 3, and 100.7MYfm
February 15, 7:30 pm.
The Good Lovelies
Tickets $50
Carr Gallery/Call 522-0471
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The Good Lovelies are not your run-of-the-mill “all girl” band. Winners of the 2010 Juno Award (Canadian Grammy) for Roots Album of the Year and the New Emerging Artist Award at the Canadian Folk Music Awards. Part folk-roots, part Western Swing, the Toronto-based trio relies on unerring three-part vocal harmonies, clever songs, and, on stage, convulsively funny repartee drawn from a seemingly endless succession of comedic adventures on the road.
Exclusively sponsored by Jay Astle and Amy Lientz
February 16, 7:30 pm
Classy 97 presents:
ELVIS LIVES – The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Event
Tickets $45, $55
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Elvis Lives is an unforgettable multi-media and live musical journey across Elvis' life. His iconic style, embraced by many of today's artists, continues to intrigue audiences of all generations. Featuring finalists from Elvis Presley Enterprises'
worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, as well as a tribute to Ann-Margret, audiences "Can't Help Falling In Love"® with this phenomenal theatrical concert experience.
Sponsored by: Classy 97, Local News 8, Channel 3 Eyewitness News , Idaho Falls Magazine
February 23, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Flamenco Vivo - Carlota Santana
Tickets $32
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Flamenco Vivo is one of the nation's premier flamenco and Spanish dance companies. They believe that the universal spirit of flamenco, a multicultural art form, has the power to build bridges between cultures and inspire audiences from diverse backgrounds. Artistic Director Carlota Santana leads this company of energetic dancers and musicians.
Sponsored by: Idaho National Laboratory/Battelle Energy Alliance, Idaho Commission on the Arts/National Endowment for the Arts, Western States Arts Federation, Channel 8, and La Super Caliente
March 6, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Damn Yankees
Tickets $44
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Faust, fly balls, and devilishly good fun all meet at the home plate of the 7 Tony Award winning Broadway musical, Damn Yankees. This is the story of a 1950’s middle-aged baseball fanatic who trades his soul to the Devil for a chance to lead his favorite team in the pennant race against The New York Yankees. Filled with hit songs like “Whatever Lola Wants” and “You Gotta Have Heart”, this show is a musical comedy home run!
Sponsored by: Terry Miller, Mick & Elaine Ohman, Jerry & Carrie Scheid, Virginia Willard, Channel 3, Post Register, and KUPI 99
March 9, 2012, 7:30 pm
JOHN DENVER “The Tribute”
Tickets $25
The #1 John Denver Tribute show in the world today!
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Join Colorado’s own John Adams Band in this heartwarming tribute to the Rocky Mountain Legend. John Denver “The Tribute” provides a bona fide, reminiscent experience with not only the music, but also with the personal stories of times shared between Adams and Denver. Listen to the music the way it was meant to be; genuine and true to the way John Denver always performed it. Come and experience the magic created by John Denver “The Tribute” and relive the feeling of being “Rocky Mountain High” and other songs like Country Roads, Annie’s Song, Leaving on a Jet Plane, Calypso and many more. After John Adams performed with John Denver he said: “He sounds exactly like me!”
March 17, 7:30 pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Dervish
(St. Patrick’s Day)
Tickets $27
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Music from the West of Ireland featuring passionate vocals and dazzling instrumentals. Their concert performances are a myriad of tones and moods ranging from high energy tunes, played with fluidity and intuitiveness, to beautifully measured songs, from charming lyrics of life and love, to inspiring melodies that lift audiences from their seats.
Sponsored by: American Fabrication, Ken & Collett Olson, Channel 8, and 105.5 The Hawk & K-BEAR
Idaho Falls Community Concerts presents
March 20, 7:30 pm
Colonial Theater
Evan Marshall, Mandolin virtuoso
The world’s premier mandoloin virtuoso with a unique approach to solo mandolin-classical, with strong influences from the Italian and American folk traditions.
March 22, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Mike Birbiglia - My Girlfriend's Boyfriend
Tickets $32
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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2011 off Broadway award winner and New York Times best seller, Mike Birbiglia and My Girlfriend’s Boyfriend recount a lifetime of romantic blunders and miscues that most adults will spend a lifetime trying to forget. Come see this exclusive engagement immediately following its New York run!
Sponsored by: Idaho Brewing Company, Channel 3 and KISU-FM Radio
March 31, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Guy Davis & The High Flying Rockets
Tickets $27
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Guy Davis is a musician, composer, actor, director, writer, and consummate performer. He’s got some Blind Willie McTell and some Fats Waller, some Buddy Guy, and some Taj Mahal. Most importantly, Guy Davis is a bluesman. With his trio, he revives the traditions of acoustic blues through the material of the great blues masters.
Sponsored by: Kimmon Richards & Doug Whatmore, North Wind, Candlewood Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites & Holiday Inn Express, Channel 3, Post Register, and Classic Rock 102.5 & Fox Sports 930 am
Idaho Falls Community Concerts presents
April 11, 7:30 pm
Colonial Theater
Chris Burton VaCome Flamenco Ensemble
The guitar wizardry of Chris Burton Vacome with a vocalist, three dancers, a bassist and percussionist.
April 12, 7:30 pm.
Moira Smiley & VOCO
Tickets $50
Carr Gallery/Call 522-0471
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Moira Smiley & VOCO is a visionary blend of voices - redefining harmony singing with the power & physicality of folksong, the avant-garde fearlessness of Béla Bartók and the delicious, vaudevillian accompaniment of cello, banjo, accordion and body percussion. Moira Smiley leads an ensemble of extraordinary musicians who share a passion for spreading powerful, emotional music. Original improvisation-built songs steeped in Appalachia and Eastern Europe. VOCO is sweet hard-driving Americana mixed with crooked eastern European dance and dissonance. It's all rounded out with body-stompin' percussive movement and joyous, magnificent, hair-raising harmonies - music that mourns and dances at the same time. A portion of ticket proceeds supports outreach activities with Idaho Falls High School Choirs.
Sponsored by: Anne Voilleque and Louise S. Nelson, Idaho Commission on the Arts /National Endowment for the Arts, and Western States Arts Federation
April 13, 6-9:00pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Wine Festival 2012
Tickets $25 in advance/$30 at the door
VIP hour 5-6:00pm - Tickets $45
Designated Driver $5
Special Engagement - not part of season package. At the Shilo Inn, Idaho Falls. Sample from over 300 wines and microbrews from around the world. Other Festival activities include a door prize, raffle, and silent auction. New this year, our VIP Hour will allow you to sample wines and microbrews for a full hour ahead of the general public. Proceeds benefit the Idaho Falls Arts Council.
April 21, 6:00pm
Colonial Uncorked
Tickets $100
Colonial Theater Stage/Call 522-0471
Special Engagement - not part of season package. A multi-course small plate dinner with wine pairings catered by the area’s best chefs. A limited number of tables of 8 will be available for this intimate evening featuring live entertainment and exemplary cuisine. Be a part of this inaugural event benefitting the Idaho Falls Arts Council.
April 27, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom
Tickets $29
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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For more than thirty years, Peter Gros and his animal friends have thrilled children and adults alike. During his popular live presentations, Gros highlights his countless wildlife adventures with a mix of video clips, audience participation, and friendly exotic animals. He includes inspirational stories that deal with issues of conservation, travel,
and wildlife filming.
Sponsored by: Russell Johnson, North Wind, Idaho Commission on the Arts/National Endowment for the Arts, Candlewood Suites, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Holiday Inn Express, Channel 3, Post Register and Classic Rock 102.5 & Fox Sports 930 am
May 4, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
Classic Album's Live - Led Zeppelin ll
Tickets $29
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Remember when you used to listen to your favorite album all the way through, song by song? Classic Albums Live takes classic albums and recreates them live, on stage - note for note, cut for cut. This is the ultimate destination for music lovers wanting to hear the greatest albums performed live without impersonations, relying only on the music.
With elements of blues and folk music, Led Zeppelin II exhibits the band's evolving musical style of blues-derived material and their guitar and riff-based sound. Following its initial reception, it has been recognised by writers and music critics as one of the greatest and most influential rock albums ever recorded.
Sponsored by: CH2M-WG Idaho (CWI), Mountain View Hospital, Rex & Tiffany Redden, Teton Toyota, Channel 3, Post Register, and Arrow 107
May 10, 7:30pm
Idaho Falls Arts Council presents:
My Sinatra
Tickets $32
Colonial Theater/Call 522-0471
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Cary Hoffman turns his celebrated PBS Special into a very true, hilarious, and poignant one-man musical play about his love and idolization for his hero Frank Sinatra and the perils of wanting to become somebody else. Hoffman authentically sings just like his hero, as he weaves in over 30 classic Sinatra songs, creating a musical score about his lifelong idol.
Sponsored by: D.A. Davidson & Co., Tracy & Eric Hoart, John & Kathy Grossenbacher /Park & Sharon Price, Channel 8, and Classy 97
