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ConcertsChicago In Concert .......................................... Wed, Oct 1Peter Frampton .................................................... Fri, Oct 3The Australian Pink Floyd Show .......................... Wed, Oct 8Rodrigo y Gabriela ..............................................Thu, Oct 9Richard Marx* .................................................. Sat, Oct 11Classic Albums Live – White Album* ................. Sun, Oct 12Justin Hayward* ..............................................Mon, Oct 20Los Lonely Boys* ............................................. Wed, Oct 22Ring Starr & His All Starr Band ..........................Thu, Oct 23Jorma Kaukonen* .............................................Thu, Oct 23Kidz Bop* ......................................................... Sat, Oct 25Susan Boyle ...................................................... Sat, Nov 1The Fresh Beat Band .......................................... Thu, Nov 6Mary Chapin Carpenter* .......................................Fri, Nov 7David Cook* ...................................................... Sat, Nov 8Heart............................................................... Tue, Nov 11Randy Newman* .............................................. Tue, Nov 11Ricky Nelson Remembered*.............................Wed, Nov 12Primus & The Chocolate Factory ......................Wed, Nov 12Gin Blossoms* ................................................. Thu, Nov 20America* ...........................................................Fri, Nov 21Clint Black* .................................................... Sat, Nov 22Melissa Etheridge ............................................ Sat, Nov 22So You Think You Can Dance Live ....................... Tue, Nov 25Dave Koz and Friends Christmas ....................... Sat, Nov 29Yo Gabba Gabba! Live ......................................... Fri, Dec 5Jim Brickman Holiday Tour 2014* .......................Sun, Dec 7Rockapella Christmas* ..................................... Thu, Dec 11Kenny G Christmas............................................ Fri, Dec 12Manhattan Transfer Christmas* ......................... Sat, Dec 13Diana Krall* ...................................................Sun, Dec 14Peter White Christmas* ...................................Wed, Dec 17Ben Vereen*..................................................... Thu, Dec 18The Outlaws Homecoming Concert* ................... Fri, Dec 19Bowzer’s Holiday Party ..................................... Sat, Dec 20Trace Adkins Christmas ....................................Sun, Dec 21Vanessa Williams* ............................................Mon, Jan 5The Beach Boys ................................................Wed, Jan 7 The Fifty Shades of Grey Musical Parody: Cuff Me* .....Sat, Jan 10David Bromberg* ............................................. Thu, Jan 15Don McLean* .....................................................Fri, Jan 16Arlo Guthrie* .....................................................Fri, Jan 23Martina McBride ...............................................Sat, Jan 24Iris Dement* ....................................................Sun, Jan 25Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons ......................Wed, Jan 28Willie Nelson ................................................... Thu, Jan 29Engelbert Humperdinck .....................................Sat, Jan 31Leon Russell* ...................................................Sat, Jan 31Alton Brown Live .................................................Tue, Feb 3Dick Fox’s Golden Boys starring Frankie Avalon, Fabian & Bobby Rydell ...................................... Wed, Feb 4Olivia Newton-John* ...................... Wed, Feb 4 & Thu, Feb 5The Time Jumpers* ..............................................Fri, Feb 6Jonny Lang** ......................................................Sat, Feb 7Gordon Lightfoot* ............................................. Thu, Feb 12Alice Cooper ................................................... Mon, Feb 16Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam* ............................... Wed, Feb 18Dancing Pros: Live ........................................... Thu, Feb 19Dennis DeYoung - The Music of Styx with Rock Symphony w/ Pablo Cruise ..................Fri, Feb 20Michael Amante* ..............................................Sat, Feb 21The Midtown Men ............................................ Sun, Feb 22Tom Rush* ....................................................... Sun, Feb 22Megan Hilty* ....................................................Sat, Feb 28Melissa Manchester* .........................................Thu, Mar 5Tommy Emmanuel* ..........................Fri, Mar 6 & Sat, Mar 7Paul Anka .......................................................... Sat, Mar 7Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn* ...................... Sun, Mar 8Steve Solomon’s Cannoli, Latkes, and Guilt* ...... Sat, Mar 14John Mellencamp ....................... Thu, Mar 19 & Fri, Mar 20Richard Nader’s Doo Wop Reunion XV ............... Sat, Mar 21

The Bronx Wanderers* ..................................... Sun, Mar 22Jackie Evancho ................................................Thu, Mar 26Australian Bee Gees* .........................................Wed, Apr 1Michael Bolton* .................................................Wed, Apr 8The Orchestra, featuring Original Former Members of Electric Light Orchestra with Rock Symphony w/ Little River Band ............................................ Fri, Apr 10Tom Paxton & Janis Ian* ..................................Mon, Apr 13Chris Botti* .....................................................Wed, Apr 15Roberta Flack* ................................................Thu, April 23

ComedyKevin James ...................................................... Sat, Oct 4Bill Maher ........................................................ Sat, Oct 25Last Comic Standing* ........................................ Tue, Oct 28Louie Anderson* ................................................. Thu, Nov 6Lisa Lampanelli ................................................. Sat, Nov 8 Bill Engvall .......................................................Sat, Jan 10Kathleen Madigan* ...........................................Sat, Jan 24Paula Poundstone* ..............................................Sat, Feb 7Howie Mandel* ..................................................Fri, Feb 20Jane Lynch ..................................................... Sun, Mar 29

BroadwaySmokey Joe’s Cafe ............................................. Sat, Dec 6Guys & Dolls .....................................................Sun, Jan 4Chicago ............................................Fri, Feb 6 & Sat, Feb 7Jekyll & Hyde ...................................................Mon, Mar 2Anything Goes ............................................... Wed, Mar 18I Love Lucy® Live On Stage ........ Tue, Mar 24 & Wed, Mar 25 Flashdance The Musical ................................... Sat, Mar 28Rain - A Tribute to the Beatles ............................ Sat, Apr 25

World StageCeltic Thunder ...................................................Fri, Nov 14National Acrobats of China .................................Sun, Dec 7A Christmas Carol ...........................................Mon, Dec 22Salute to Vienna ..............................................Wed, Dec 31ABBA The Concert ..............................................Fri, Jan 23Puccini’s La Bohéme ..........................................Fri, Jan 30Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo* ................Tue, Feb 3Neil Berg’s 107 Years of Broadway .................... Thu, Feb 12Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake ...................................Sat, Feb 28Joshua Bell* .................................................... Tue, Mar 24

Adults At LeisureBronx Wanderers Christmas .............................Sun, Dec 14Elvis Birthday Bash ..........................................Sun, Jan 11Barbara & Frank: The Concert That Never Was ....Mon, Jan 19Glenn Miller Orchestra ....................................Mon, Jan 26Neil Berg’s 107 Years of Broadway .................... Thu, Feb 12Nelson Riddle OrchestraSinatra Centennial Celebration ..........................Tue, Feb 17Live From Nashville ........................................ Mon, Feb 23Jim Stafford in Concert .................................... Wed, Mar 4Swingtime ........................................................Mon, Mar 9Tony Kenny’s Irish Celebration ......................... Sun, Mar 15Sha Na Na Grease Tribute ................................Mon, Mar 23Diamonds Bandstand Boogie ............................ Tue, Mar 31

Special EventsPinellas Youth Symphony Serenade Strings Fall Concert ...........................Sat. Oct. 18Pinellas Youth Symphony Holiday Chamber Ensembles ..............................Fri, Nov 21Clearwater Chorus Holiday Concert* .................Sun, Nov 23Leading Ladies Breakfast with Santa ................. Sat, Nov 29

*Performance at the Capitol Theatre **Performance at the The Palladium

Artists, Dates and Times subject to change

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Peter FramptonGRAMMY® award-winner Peter Frampton returns to Clearwater performing his hits including Baby I Love Your Way, Do You Feel Like We Do & Show Me The Way. In 2007, Fingerprints earned Frampton his first GRAMMY® for Best Pop Instrumental Album.

Fri, Oct 3 • 8pm

ChicagoWith worldwide sales of more than 100 million records, five consecutive #1 albums and 21 top 10 Singles, including smashes like Saturday In The Park, 25 or 6 to 4 and If You Leave Me Now, Chicago is one of the most successful bands in music history.

with special guest The Ries Brothers

Wed, Oct 1 • 7:30pm

Widely known for playing Doug Heffernan on the hit sitcom

The King of Queens, he is also known for his stand up comedy

and lead roles in the films I Now Pronounce You Chuck

And Larry, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Grown Ups, Zookeeper and

Here Comes The Boom.

with special guestRichie Minervini

Sat, Oct 4 • 8pm

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Classic Albums LiveThe White Album

Classic Albums Live performs the ninth studio album, commonly known as The

White Album, by rock icons, The Beatles. Released in 1968, the album features such classics as Revolution, Ob-La-Di,

Ob-La-Da, Blackbird, & While My Guitar Gently Weeps. Cut for cut - note for note.

Sun, Oct 12 • 7pm

The Australian Pink Floyd Show

The Set the Controls Tour 2014 will draw heavily from the iconic The Dark Side

Of The Moon, Wish You Were Here and The Division Bell albums but the show

will also feature an element that will allow the audience to choose the

material that the band plays during the concert.

Wed, Oct 8 • 8pm

Richard MarxFresh off the release of his first studio

album in 10 years, Beautiful Goodbye, GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-

songwriter Richard Marx brings his full band to the intimate Capitol Theatre to

perform songs from his new album and all the hits, like Right Here Waiting and

Don’t Mean Nothing.

Sat, Oct. 11 • 8pm

Rodrigo y GabrielaInternationally acclaimed Mexican

acoustic rock guitar duo Rodrigo y Gabriela brings their unique

instrumental blend of metal, jazz and world music. Known for exhilarating

live shows, this duo has won the hearts of music lovers from all over the world

with their new album release of 9 Dead Alive.

Thu, Oct 9 • 8pm

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Los Lonely BoysGRAMMY® Award-winning trio, Los Lonely Boys, best known for their smash hit Heaven, GRAMMY®-nominated album Sacred & collaborations with Santana & Willie Nelson have released a new album, Revelation. This album adds an expansive range of new sonic elements on songs like Blame It On Love & Give A Little More.

Wed, Oct 22 • 7:30pm

Justin HaywardAs the driving force behind The Moody Blues, Justin penned classics like Night in White Satin, Tuesday Afternoons and Your Wildest Dreams, combining progressive-rock power with symphonic romanticism. The legendary singer-songwriter will perform songs from his latest release, Spirits of the Western Sky, as well as classic Moody Blues’ hits.

Mon, Oct 20 • 7:30pm

The legendary ex-Beatle tours with his All Starr Band featuring Richard Page, Todd Rundgren, Steve Lukather, Gregg Rolie, Gregg Bissonette and Warren Ham. As always, fans can expect to hear a jukebox worth of hits such as It Don’t Come Easy, Photograph and Yellow Submarine.

Thu, Oct 23 • 8pm

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Kidz BopThe KIDZ BOP Kids™ are taking the

stage at the Capitol Theatre to perform kid-friendly versions of today’s biggest hits in this high-energy and interactive

show. The Dream Big, Sing Loud! live show is the ultimate family concert experience that guarantees to get

everyone singing and dancing along.

Sat, Oct 25 • 2pm

Jorma KaukonenInnovator and purveyor of the blues, Jorma is an inventive player, whether pickin’ the blues or singin’ a song. A pioneering architect of rock, he is a

founding member of Hot Tuna, created the psychedelic sound & was inducted

into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for his days founding Jefferson Airplane.

Thu, Oct 23 • 8pm

Bill MaherEmmy® winner and host of HBO’s Real

Time with Bill Maher comedian and po-litical commentator Bill Maher returns with his notoriously candid stand-up

comedy. Maher has earned more than 33 Emmy® nominations for his hit

TV shows and specials.

Sat, Oct 25 • 8pm

Last Comic StandingLive Tour

NBC’s top-rated television comedy competition show, Last Comic Standing will feature Season 8’s winner Rod Man

as well as the top four finalists: Nikki Carr, Rocky Laporte, Joe Machi,

& Lachlan Patterson.

Tue, Oct 28 • 7:30pm

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The Fresh Beat BandNickelodeon’s preschool music group & stars of the Emmy® Award-winning TV series The Fresh Beat Band, head back on the road for a brand-new nationwide concert tour. The show will feature Kiki, Marina, Twist & Shout performing the band’s greatest hits including Bananas, Here We Go & a remixed version of Great Day.

Thu, Nov 6 • 6:30pm

Susan BoyleFrom Britain’s Got Talent to a world tour, GRAMMY®-nominated singing sensation Susan Boyle performs a sensational and contemporary repertoire of iconic album tracks and never-before-heard classics that will captivate and enthrall.

Sun, Nov 1• 8pm

Louie AndersonTwo-time EMMY® Award-winning Hollywood funnyman and bestselling author Louie Anderson is one of the most versatile and successful comedians working in Hollywood today - loved by the television audiences who never missed his nightly hit series Family Feud or his appearances on late night chat shows.

Thu, Nov 6 • 7:30pm

Mary Chapin CarpenterFive-time GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter and 2012 Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Mary Chapin Carpenter will embark on a unique series of intimate, acoustic performances this fall. With over 13 million records sold, Carpenter’s songs speak to the most personal of life’s details and the most universal.

with special guest Tift Merritt

Fri, Nov 7 • 7:30pm

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Lisa LampanelliComedy’s Queen of Mean, Lisa

Lampanelli is a cross between Don Rickles, Archie Bunker and a vial of

estrogen. She has won accolades from The King of All Media Howard

Stern and is known for saying things that most people are afraid to think. Lampanelli puts on a raunchy, gut-

busting performance.

Sat, Nov 8 • 8pm

David CookSeventh season American Idol winner David Cook made waves in 2008 with

eleven songs debuting on the Hot 100 charts including his Idol single The Time of My Life. His self-titled debut platinum

album features the hits Light On and Come Back to Me.

Sat, Nov 8 • 7:30pm

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson showed the world women can rock when their band, Heart stormed the charts with hits like Crazy On

You, Magic Man, Barracuda and These Dreams. Not only did the Wilson sisters lead the band, they

wrote the songs and played the instruments too, making them the

first women in rock to do so. Their long awaited return to

Ruth Eckerd Hall promises to be a night to remember.

with special guestBrynn Marie

Tue, Nov 11 8pm

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Celtic Thunder SymphonyWith newest member, Emmett O’Hanlon, the six man Irish singing group, Celtic Thunder, is embarking on their first ever full symphony orchestra tour. Celtic Thunder will be performing songs from their chart-topping album Christmas Voices featuring such holiday favorites as Away in A Manger, O Holy Night and the contemporary Mary’s Boy Child.

Fri, Nov 14 • 8pm

Randy NewmanAcademy®, GRAMMY® and Emmy® Award-winning composer Randy Newman performs a solo concert at the Capitol Theatre. Best-known for the songs Short People, You’ve Got A Friend In Me and I Think It’s Going To Rain Today and film scores from Sea Biscuit, the Toy Story pictures, and Monsters University.

Tue, Nov 11 • 8pm

Primus & The Chocolate FactoryPrimus’ Les Claypool, Larry LaLonde and Tim “Herb” Alexander return to Ruth Eckerd Hall to perform their new record Primus & the Chocolate Factory. Fans won’t want to miss hearing cult favorites My Name is Mud, Wynona’s Big Brown Beaver, Jerry Was a Racecar Driver and more!

Wed, Nov 12 • 8pm

Ricky Nelson RememberedStarring Matthew & Gunnar NelsonLive in ConcertFeaturing hit songs like Hello Mary Lou, Poor Little Fool, Travelin’ Man, Garden Party & more, Ricky’s multi-platinum record artists twin sons present a multi-media concert event.

Wed, Nov 12 • 7:30pm

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Gin BlossomsThe GRAMMY®-nominated band has penned crossover favorites spanning

five different formats, from Hey Jealousy and Found Out About You to Follow You

Down and As Long As It Matters.

with special guest Emily Kopp

Thu, Nov 20 • 8pm

AmericaGRAMMY® Award-winner America

returns for an intimate performance at the Capitol Theatre. America’s

best-known tunes include I Need You, Ventura Highway, Don’t Cross The River,

Tin Man, Lonely People and Sister Golden Hair. America’s six certified gold and platinum albums display a flawless

blend of genres expanding beyond their catalog of hits.

Fri, Nov 21 • 8pm

Prolific singer-songwriter Clint Black makes his Capitol Theatre debut

with an intimate performance. This five-time Academy of Country Music winner has written, recorded and released more than 100 songs,

a benchmark in any artist’s career. CMT lists Killin’ Time as one of the 100

Greatest Albums in country music.

with special guest Mallary Hope

Sat, Nov 228pm

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The 11-time Emmy® Award-winning show that sparked America’s

fascination with dance is set to captivate audiences again. Celebrating its momentous

11th season, So You Think You Can Dance’s Top 10 finalists

include: Bridget, Casey, Emilio, Jacque,

Jessica, Ricky, Rudy, Tanisha, Valerie &

Zack.

Tue, Nov 25 7:30pm

Dave Koz and Friends ChristmasThe 2014 Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Tour features Dave Koz along with three special guests: Jonathan Butler, GRAMMY®-winning singer-songwriter Christopher Cross & GRAMMY® nominee Maysa. The high-energy holiday show will feature the quartet’s fresh takes on holiday classics and other selections that beautifully capture the spirit of the season.

Sat, Nov 29 • 8pm

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! is back due to popular demand with an all-new show, Music is Awesome! The coolest rock concert for kids (and parents!) features DJ Lance Rock & the Gabba Gang, plus beat master Biz Markie! Don’t miss out on the fun! Come create memories that will last a lifetime!

Fri, Dec 5 • 3 & 6pm

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Season 11 Tour

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National Acrobats of ChinaOne of the most acclaimed acrobatic

troupes in China performing many unique acrobatic acts for several

generations. More than 200 artists of the company have won gold and silver

awards at international and national acrobatic competitions and circus festivals. The company presents a

brand new production that will amaze and astound audiences.

Sun, Dec 7 • 1pm

Smokey Joe’s CafeFeaturing The Coasters

Welcome to the hottest joint in town! This wildly infectious Broadway salute to Leiber & Stoller is a raise the roof, song-

and-dance celebration of some of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s greatest hits! Get ready

for songs like Hound Dog, Standby Me, Yakety Yak, Jailhouse Rock, Spanish

Harlem, On Broadway, Love Potion #9 & more.

Sat, Dec 6 • 8pm

Jim BrickmanOn A Winter’s Night

Holiday Tour 2014Jim Brickman brings together the sounds

of the season with On A Winter’s Night. Hailed as a crowd pleaser, this two-time

GRAMMY® nominee, along with his special guests, will showcase new music,

holiday favorites and the hits that make Jim Brickman the best-selling pianist of our time.

Sun, Dec 7 • 7pm

Rockapella ChristmasThe world’s most loved five-man a

cappella pop vocal phenomenon is known for its astonishing live

performances. Rockapella’s holiday show is a must see event! From unique takes on classic favorites to brand-new

originals, audiences of all ages can expect to be charmed by a holiday

performance like no other.

Thu, Dec 11 • 7:30pm

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The Bronx WanderersMerry BronXMAS TourLiving the American rock ‘n’ roll dream, the Bronx Wanderer’s are fresh off their album Merry BronXMAS. They will return to perform holiday songs with a Bronx twist that is instantly unforgettable and magical. Hear these songs as if it was the first time, as the Bronx Wanderers bring them to life

Sun, Dec 14 • 1pm

The Manhattan Transfer ChristmasWorld-renowned harmony group The Manhattan Transfer returns to perform holiday classics from their albums An Acapella Christmas and The Christmas Album. With numerous GRAMMY® Awards under their belt, The Manhattan Transfer is arguably the most successful vocal harmony group of all time.

Sat, Dec 13 • 8pm

GRAMMY® Award-winner and world-renowned saxophonist Kenny G performs his take on holiday classics. Known for his unique ability to combine R&B, pop and Latin into contemporary jazz; Kenny G has sold over 75

million records worldwide. His Christmas album, Miracles, is the second best selling Christmas

album of all time.

Fri, Dec 12 • 8pm

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Peter White ChristmasWe’re dreaming of A Peter White

Christmas! Contemporary jazz lovers eagerly await this fun concert. Peter

White is an extraordinary guitarist, Mindi Abair is a double-edged talent

on saxophone and vocals, Rick Braun is a masterful trumpet/flugelhorn

player; together they will perform an arrangement of holiday favorites in the

intimate Capitol Theatre.

Wed, Dec 17 • 7:30pm

The OutlawsHomecoming Concert

with BlackhawkCelebrating 40 years together, Southern rock legends The Outlaws are returning

home for a special concert at the Capitol Theatre. Known by fans as “The Florida

Guitar Army,” for their triple guitar rock sound and three-part country harmonies, The

Outlaws will be joined by Blackhawk, led by former Outlaws member Henry Paul.

Fri, Dec 19 • 8pm

Diana KrallFive-time GRAMMY® Award-winning

jazz pianist and world renowned singer Diana Krall’s latest U.S. Tour is in support of her stunning new album Wallflower

produced by 16-time GRAMMY® Award-winning producer David Foster. Krall’s

performance will be a once in a lifetime chance to see her up close in the

Capitol Theatre.

Sun, Dec 14 • 7:30pm

Ben VereenSteppin’ Out

Tony Award® winning and Emmy® nominated actor, singer and dancer

Ben Vereen will perform at the intimate Capitol Theatre. Joining Ben will

be a four piece band performing selections from classic Broadway shows

including Wicked, Fosse, Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar and Pippen, along with

standards and more.

Thu, Dec 18 • 7:30pm

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Salute to ViennaNew Year’s ConcertParty like it’s 1899 in Vienna! Celebrate the New Year with a stellar cast of European singers, dancers and full orchestra. Returning for its 17th season, this magnificent concert features famous Strauss waltzes, polkas & uplifting melodies from popular operettas, including Die Fledermaus and The Merry Widow.

Wed, Dec 31 • 8pm

A Christmas CarolA cherished tradition, this is the longest-running production of A Christmas Carol in the U.S. In this beloved Dickens classic, ghosts of Christmases past, present and future guide Scrooge on a journey of redemption as he discovers the spirit of Christmas and a new life filled with joy and love.

Mon, Dec 22 • 2 & 7pm

Trace AdkinsThe Christmas ShowThis country music superstar returns to perform songs from The King’s Gift. The show combines fireside storytelling with performances of classic carols, Adkins’ historical & humorous narration, loving delivery of time-honored Christmas classics make for a truly special holiday event.

Sun, Dec 21 • 7pm

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Bowzer’s Holiday Rock ‘n’ Roll PartyRock in the holidays with host Jon “Bowzer” Bauman of Sha Na Na! Featuring Herman’s Hermits Peter Noone (I’m Into Something Good, and I’m Henry the VIII), Gary Puckett & The Union Gap (Young Girl, Woman, Woman) and Joey Dee (The Peppermint Twist) along with Bowzer & The Stingrays!

Sat, Dec 20 • 7:30pm

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Guys & DollsThe Broadway Musical

Considered by many to be the perfect musical comedy, Guys and

Dolls tells the story of a group of small time gamblers and their lady loves.

Featuring Frank Loesser’s toe-tapping score including such favorites as Luck

Be a Lady & Sit Down, You’re Rocking the Boat. This show is spectacular fun!

Sun, Jan 4 • 7pm

The Beach BoysAmerican icons and Rock and Roll

Hall of Famers, The Beach Boys’ classic songs epitomize the spirit of the

California lifestyle. Their first hit Surfin’ Safari helped launch their chart-

topping songs for decades including the anthems: Surfin’ USA, I Get Around,

Barbara Ann, Good Vibrations, Wouldn’t It Be Nice and dozens more.

Wed, Jan 7 • 7:30pm

Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers

in the entertainment industry, having been recognized by every major

industry award affiliation. She’s also scored hits with her

songs Save the Best For Last, Dreamin’, Work To Do &

Academy Award-winning song Colors of the

Wind from Disney’s® Pocahontas.

Mon, Jan 57:30pm

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Elvis Birthday BashBack by popular demand, the top two “Elvises” return with one phenomenal show! Scot Bruce as young Elvis and Mike Albert as Las Vegas Elvis, along with the Big “E” Band offer a rockin’ birthday celebration of America’s first rock ‘n’ roll icon that will have you dancing in your seats!

Sun, Jan 11 • 1pm

The Fifty Shades of Grey Musical Parody Cuff MeCuff Me is an unauthorized spoof using parodies of hit songs to tell the kinky story of the bestselling novel Fifty Shades of Grey. Featuring send-ups of such popular songs as Madonna’s Like A Virgin and Carly Rae Jepsen’s Call Me Maybe, this show will be a rompin’ good time!

Sat, Jan 10 • 5 & 8pm

Rising to fame as part of the popular Blue Collar Comedy

Tour, and his Here’s Your Sign bit, GRAMMY®

Award-nominee Bill Engvall brings his sidesplitting stand-

up comedy routine for an unforgettable

evening of laughs. Don’t miss Bill Engvall’s first

performance at Ruth Eckerd Hall since his sold-out date in

2007.

Sat, Jan 108pm

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Don McLeanDon McLean is one of America’s most enduring singer-songwriters thanks to

his classic hits American Pie & Vincent (Starry Starry Night). Don has amassed more than 40 gold & platinum records

& was inducted into the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame. He has had songs

covered/sampled by Madonna, George Michael & Drake.

Fri, Jan 16 • 7:30pm

David BrombergMulti-instrumentalist, singer & songwriter

David Bromberg’s range includes bluegrass, blues, folk, jazz, ragtime, country & rock ‘n’ roll. Bromberg has worked with such

legendary artists as Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, George Harrison & Jerry Garcia. Back with his latest album, Only Slightly

Mad, Bromberg & his band will put on an unforgettable show.

with special guest Zach Caruso

Thu, Jan 15 • 7:30pm

Barbra & FrankThe Concert That Never WasStarring Sharon Owens as Barbra

Streisand and Sebastian Anzaldo as Frank Sinatra, it is unlikely that the two powerhouses ever shared the same

stage...until now! The Concert That Never Was… includes segments in

which Streisand & Sinatra create mas-terful duets of Somewhere, Something

Stupid, New York, New York & more.

Mon, Jan 19 • 1pm

Arlo Guthrie50th Anniversary of Alice’s Restaurant

Legendary singer-songwriter and social commentator Arlo Guthrie

commemorates the 50th anniversary of his iconic song with an intimate

performance. Like his father Woody, Arlo’s known for his songs about social

injustices. As a special treat for fans, Guthrie will perform Alice’s Restaurant

in its entirety.

Fri, Jan 23 • 7pm

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ABBA - The ConcertThe best ABBA tribute group with members of the original ABBA band will dazzle audience members with fantastic performances of ABBA’s most iconic hits including Mamma Mia, S.O.S., Money, Money, Money, Waterloo, Gimme, Gimme, Gimme and Dancing Queen. Audiences will see: “this is the closest to ABBA you’ll ever get.”

Fri, Jan 23 • 8pm

Kathleen MadiganOne of the most respected comedi-ans of her generation, Madigan has performed on nearly every stand-up television show ever made: Leno, Let-terman, Conan, Ferguson and so on. Her hour-long special, Madigan Again, which iTunes named one of the Best Comedy Albums in 2013, premiered exclusively on Netflix to rave reviews.

Sat, Jan 24 • 7:30pm

Four-time CMA winner Martina McBride has an illustrious career with hits like Independence Day, Safe in the Arms of Love, Blessed, Wrong

Again and A Broken Wing. Martina’s latest album Everlasting is a beautiful collection

of R&B and soul covers featuring duets with Kelly Clarkson and Gavin

DeGraw.

Sat, Jan 248pm

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Iris DementCelebrated country-folk singer-

songwriter Iris Dement returns to the Capitol Theatre since releasing her

critically-acclaimed album Sing the Delta in 2012. Known for her pure,

evocative style as heard on Leaning On the Everlasting Arms, Our Town and Let

the Mystery Be, Iris DeMent’s intimate performance is not to be missed.

Sun, Jan 25 • 8pm

Glenn Miller OrchestraMore than seventy years later, both

the legend and the music live on. The Glenn Miller Orchestra, featuring music

director Nick Hilscher, vocalist Natalie Angst and The Moonlight Serenaders is still considered the greatest band of

all time with 31 Top 10 hits like Tuxedo Junction, In the Mood and Moonlight

Serenade among others.

Mon, Jan 26 • 1pm

Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons

Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons return after last year’s sold out show.

This year marks the release of The Classic Albums Box featuring a

catalogue of 200 songs including such classics as Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like a Man, December 1963

(Oh, What a Night) and more!

Wed, Jan 28 • 8pm

Puccini’s La BohèmePresented by Teatro Lirico D’Europa

with Symphony Orchestra

Can love survive the hurdles of life and complexity of relationships?

Puccini’s poignant tale is one of the world’s favorite operas. A poet living

in Paris with artist friends falls for a fragile seamstress in failing health.

Accompany these characters through their struggles and triumphs in love.

Fri, Jan 30 • 7:30pmIn Italian with English supertitles

The World FamousGlenn Miller Orchestra

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Engelbert HumperdinckHis latest release Englebert Calling is a duets album with some of the most contemporary artists today. This iconic singer returns for his 27th performance to serenade audiences with his decades of hit songs including Release Me, There Goes My Everything, The Last Waltz and more.

Sat, Jan 31 • 8pm

Leon RussellThe legendary musician and songwriter has been performing gospel-infused southern boogie piano rock, blues and country music for more than 50 years. Leon Russell has released his album Life Journey, been inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame and toured with Elton John in support of their album The Union.

Sat, Jan 31 • 8pm

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte CarloFounded by a group of ballet enthusiasts wanting to present a playful view of classical ballet in parody form & en travesty, The Trocks, inspired brand of a loving knowledge of dance, impeccable comic approach & the fact that men can, indeed, dance en pointe have established themselves as a major dance phenomenon.

Tue, Feb 3 • 7:30pm

Alton Brown Live!The Edible Inevitable TourRenowned foodist and television personality Alton Brown’s Live! The Edible Inevitable Tour will feature a pinch of comedy, talk show antics, a multimedia lecture, live music, a dash of “extreme” food experimentation (ponchos are provided for those in the first few rows) and of course…puppets.

Tue, Feb 3 • 7pm

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Dick Fox’s Golden Boys starring Frankie Avalon, Fabian

and Bobby RydellThese “Golden Boys” were three of the

most popular Teen Idols of the late ‘50s and ‘60s. The Golden Boys spotlights

each of the performers and their great-est hits, Tiger, Turn Me Loose (Fabian);

Venus, Beauty School Dropout (Avalon) and Volare, Wild One (Rydell).

Wed, Feb 4 • 7:30pm

The Time JumpersVince Gill, Dawn Sears, Kenny Sears and Ranger Doug Green began as a jam session in 1998. Jump to 2012,

when the band released their self-titled debut album, displaying their expert

song writing abilities in bluegrass and traditonal country classics.

Not to be missed!

Fri, Feb 6 • 7:30pm

Forever timeless and musically renowned, Olivia Newton-John brings four decades of hits to the Capitol Theatre for two nights. Having sold more than 100 million albums, winning four GRAMMY® Awards, multiple top 10 hit songs including Physical, Magic, Xanadu, You’re The One That I Want & Hopelessly Devoted To You, Olivia Newton-John will deliver two unforgettable nights!

Wed, Feb 4 & Thu, Feb 57:30pm

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CHICAGO is a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. Whether you’re looking for your first Broadway musical, you’ve seen the Academy Award®-winning film or you’ve seen it before and want to recapture the magic, CHICAGO always delivers.

Fri, Feb 6 • 8pmSat, Feb 7 • 2 & 8pm

Paula PoundstoneAn Emmy® Award-winner, a Comedy Hall of Fame inductee, the first woman to win the cable ACE award, and one of Comedy Central’s 100 Greatest Stand-Ups Of All Time; she is a regular panelist on NPR’s Wait Wait….Don’t Tell Me. Her latest comedy CD, I Heart Jokes: Paula Tells Them in Boston, was recorded at Boston’s Wilbur Theatre.

Sat, Feb 7 • 8pm

Jonny LangAmerican blues, gospel and rock singer and guitarist Jonny Lang is known for his distinctive bluesy voice. The GRAMMY® Award-winner is touring in support of his album, Fight For My Soul, which features gorgeous vocal melodies and expressive guitar playing as heard on his single, Blew Up (The House).

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Gordon LightfootThe master songwriter, an inductee

of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, who penned If You Could Read My Mind,

Sundown and The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald loves both writing and touring and has blessed us with

more than 20 albums.

Thu, Feb 12 • 8pm

Neil Berg’s107 Years of Broadway

Back for its annual celebration, this dazzling all-new show features Broadway’s finest stars

performing songs from the best and most beloved Broadway musicals such as Jersey Boys, Wicked, MAMMA MIA! and Broadway classics from such composers as Hammer-

stein, Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim as well as Andrew Lloyd Webber and more.

Thu, Feb 12 • 1 & 7pm

Alice CooperThe Godfather of Shock Rock, the Rock

and Roll Hall of Famer who brought you the groundbreaking theatrical

Welcome to My Nightmare concert tour, the man behind Poison, School’s Out,

Feed My Frankenstein and so many hits, Alice Cooper is bringing his rock

psycho-drama stage show to town for a concert not to be missed!

Mon, Feb 16 • 8pm

Sinatra Centennial Celebration

Nelson Riddle OrchestraSinatra Centennial Celebration The Nelson Riddle Orchestra is currently

directed by Nelson’s son Christopher and will be joined by Bryan Anthony,

performing songs that Sinatra made into worldwide classics with the Nelson Riddle

Orchestra such as I’ve Got The World On A String, The Way You Look Tonight,

Summer Wind, and many more.

Tue, Feb 17 • 1pm

BroadwayNeil

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Dancing Pros: Live!Hosted by Alan ThickeStarring Karina Smirnoff & Edyta Sliwinska

For the first time pros from Dancing With The Stars, So You Think You Can Dance and dance champions from around the world will dance off against each other. Using electronic voting remotes attached to every seat, each member of the audience will get a chance to vote for their favorite couple, becoming part of the show!

Thu, Feb 19 • 8pm

Howie MandelKnown for being a judge on America’s Got Talent, he’s also received an Emmy® nomination for his role as the host on Deal or No Deal and a Daytime Emmy® nomination for his role as host for the syndicated version of the show.

Fri, Feb 20 • 8pm

Dennis DeYoungThe music of STYX with rock symphony

The founder of STYX returns to Clearwater showcasing all the STYX greatest hits including Lady, Babe, Come Sail Away, Too Much Time On My Hands, Mr. Roboto, his solo hits and more, all backed by a 30 piece rock symphony.

with special guest Pablo Cruise

Fri, Feb 20 • 7:30pm

Dave Mason’s Traffic JamBack by popular demand, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason returns for a night of classic Traffic songs (Dear Mr. Fantasy) and solo hits (Feelin’ Alright, We Just Disagree).

Wed, Feb 18 • 8pm

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Michael AmanteKnown as “The People’s Tenor”, Michael

Amante returns with his engaging stage presence, versatility, charisma

and vocal power in his debut perfor-mance at the Capitol Theatre. A true

crossover talent, Michael is captivating singing pop, rock, Broadway, gospel

and opera. He thrills audiences with his incredible four-octave range and

emotionally-charged delivery.

Sat, Feb 21 • 8pm

They took Broadway by storm in one of the biggest hits of all-time. Four stars from the original cast of Broadway’s Jersey Boys, on their fifth national tour, bring their signature sound to Clearwater performing their favorite ‘60s hits from The Beatles, The Rascals, Motown, The Four Seasons and more!

Sun, Feb 22 2pm

Tom RushRush was instrumental in shaping the folk revival of the ‘60s and the renais-

sance of the ‘80s and ‘90s. His distinc-tive guitar style, wry humor and warm,

expressive voice endears audiences around the world. His shows are filled with the rib-aching laughter of terrific storytelling, the sweet melancholy of

ballads and the passion of gritty blues.

Sun, Feb 22 • 7pm

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Russian National Ballet Theatre presents Tchaikovsky’s

Swan Lake A classic battle between an evil sorcerer and the power of true love is told through the silent beauty and grace of dance accompanied by the magical music of Tchaikovsky. Evil is afoot and temptation lurks as Prince Siegfried chooses a bride. Will love triumph over the sorcerer’s curse?

Sat, Feb 28 • 7:30pm

Megan HiltyAfter selling out last year’s show, Megan Hilty is back! Megan garnered acclaim for her Broadway performances as Glinda in Wicked and Doralee in 9 to 5: The Musical and her starring role on television’s SMASH. She’ll be performing selections from the American Songbook, jazz standards, Broadway and more!

Sat, Feb 28 • 8pm

Jekyll & HydeThe Broadway MusicalAn evocative tale of two men – one a doctor, passionate and romantic – the other, a terrifying madman and two women – one, beautiful and trusting – the other, beautiful and trusting only herself. Both women in love with the same man. Both unaware of his dark secret.

Mon, Mar 2 • 7:30pm

Live from Nashville Direct from Music City comes an incredible theatrical production that features some of the hottest up-and-coming talent in country music! World class singers backed up by a bona-fide band of Nashville’s finest musicians, this show has it all from phenomenal fiddling to top-flight vocals celebrating the best that classic and contemporary country music has to offer!

Mon, Feb 23 • 1pm

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Melissa ManchesterGRAMMY® Award-winner Melissa

Manchester’s first smash hit single was Midnight Blue. With co-writer Kenny

Loggins, she penned Whenever I Call You Friend. Her international hits

include Through The Eyes of Love, Don’t Cry Out Loud and more. Melissa

delivers one of the most entertaining live concerts you will ever see.

Thu, Mar 5 • 7:30pm

Jim Stafford in ConcertThis comedian/guitarist/singer-

songwriter offers music and satirical humor, from Spiders & Snakes to his classical guitar album Somewhere

in Time, from performing and writing for The Smothers Brothers Comedy

Hour to The Jim Stafford Show, movie soundtracks, hosting Nashville on the Road and co-hosting Those Amazing

Animals, Jim has done it all.

Wed, Mar 4 • 1pm

This one-time teen idol has become an international superstar performing

for audiences all over the world. With more than

900 songs, 125 albums and hits including Diana and My Way

during his more than five decade

career. Paul Anka’s accomplishments are

unmatched and his concerts are extraordinary.

Sat, Mar 7 • 8pm

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29Swingtime!Featuring The Jive Aces with Special Guests The Tinseltown JitterbugsThe Jive Aces are internationally renowned for their superior musicianship, spectacular stage show and their energetic renditions of fresh arrangements by such greats as Calloway, Darin, Armstrong, Martin and Davis, Jr. The Tinseltown Jitterbugs join The Jive Aces on stage for a memorable afternoon of swing, jive & R&B classics.

Mon, Mar 9 • 1pm

Steve Solomon’sCannoli, Latkes & Guiltthe therapy continues...He’s back! Just in case you’ve missed one of Steve Solomon’s award winning My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish comedies, Steve’s back with a hilarious show featuring the very best comedy bits from his earlier three shows—plus loads of new comedy pieces.

Sat, Mar 14 • 2 & 7:30pm

Béla Fleck & Abigail WashburnOften considered the premier banjo player in the world, Béla is the recipient of multiple GRAMMY® Awards and has been nominated in more different categories than any musician in GRAMMY® history. Joined on tour by his wife, Abigail Washburn in support of their new duet album.

Sun, Mar 8 • 8pm

Tommy EmmanuelFollowing his popular PBS special, Tommy Emmanuel And Friends: Live From The Balboa Theatre, CMA’s Global Country Artist of the Year for 2011 “finger style” guitarist Tommy Emmanuel will return for two nights in support of his latest album The Colonel & The Governor.

Fri, Mar 6 & Sat, Mar 7 8pm

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Anything GoesThe Broadway Musical

Winner of three 2011 Tony® Awards, including Best Musical Revival and

Choreography, peppering this Cole Porter first-class comedy are some of

musical theater’s most memorable standards including I Get A Kick Out Of You, You’re the Top, and of course,

Anything Goes.

Wed, Mar 18 • 8pm

Tony Kenny’s Irish Celebration

One of Ireland’s most beloved artists, Tony Kenny has starred in the world famous

Jury’s Irish Cabaret for more than 20 years. Joining Tony will be Richie Hayes and

Bernadette Ruddy along with The Trinity Dublin Band and the Dublin City Dancers

who’ll add the flavor of Ireland with Tony Kenny’s Irish Celebration!

Sun, Mar 15 • 1pm

Linda Eder’s diverse repertoire spans Broadway, standards, pop,

country and jazz. As the tragic character “Lucy” in Broadway’s

Jekyll & Hyde, Eder blew the roof off of the theatre each night. Linda re-

cently released a holiday album, Christmas Where You Are as a

follow up to 2011s Now.

Thu, Mar 197:30pm

Linda Eder

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Sha Na Na’s GREASE Tribute Rock ‘n’ roll is here to stay! From the stage at Woodstock to the stage at Ruth Eckerd Hall, get ready to hand-jive like its 1959 when Sha Na Na performs the music from the hit movie GREASE. Don’t miss this great family show!

Mon, Mar 23• 1pm

Richard Nader’s Doo Wop Reunion XVDoo Wop Reunion XV returns with Little Anthony (Tears on My Pillow, Hurts So Bad), Mary Wilson, of The Supremes (Stop! In the Name of Love, Baby Love), The Capris (There’s A Moon Out Tonight, Morse Code of Love) & Tommy Mara and The Crests (16 Candles, Cara Mia).

Sat, Mar 21 • 7:30pm

John MellencampOn tour in support of his latest album release, Plain Spoken, Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp returns to Clearwater. Mellencamp has 16 Top 20 hits including Jack and Diane, Pink Houses and Small Town.

Thu, Mar 19 & Fri, Mar 20 7:30pm

The Bronx WanderersA father and two sons living the American rock ‘n’ roll dream return to the Capitol Theatre. Quite possibly the best 90 minutes of ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s rock ‘n’ roll that you will experience on one stage. Hear these songs as if it was the first time, as the Bronx Wanderers bring them to life.

Sun, Mar 22 • 3 & 7pm

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Jackie’s first performance on NBC’s variety show, America’s Got Talent, left audiences

and judges astonished that such a perfect, beautiful soprano voice could come from

a 10 year-old girl. Her recordings have dominated the music and DVD charts.

Jackie’s fourth studio album is scheduled for release this year.

Thu, Mar 26 • 7:30pm

I Love Lucy® Live on StageTravel back to 1952 and experience

firsthand the filming of two hilarious I LOVE LUCY® episodes, complete with charming

host, ‘50s style harmonies from the Crystaltone Singers and the side-splitting

antics of America’s favorite foursome; Lucy, Ricky, Fred and Ethel. Whether young or old,

everybody really does LOVE LUCY!“I LOVE LUCY” ® & © 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Tue, Mar 24 • 8pmWed, Mar 25 • 2 & 8pm

Joshua Bell Often referred to as the “poet of the

violin,” Joshua Bell, one of the world’s most celebrated violinists makes

his Capitol Theatre debut with his stunning virtuosity, beautiful tone and

charismatic stage presence.

with Sam Haywood

Tue, Mar 24 • 7:30pm

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Flashdance The MusicalThe pop culture phenomenon of FLASH-DANCE is now live on stage. With electrify-ing dance at its core, FLASHDANCE-THE MUSICAL features a score that includes the biggest hit songs from the movie, includ-ing the Academy Award-winning title song Flashdance - What a Feeling, Maniac, Gloria, Manhunt, and I Love Rock & Roll.

Sat, Mar 28 • 8pm

Fresh from her iconic portrayal of Sue Sylvester on Glee and her

Broadway debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie, Emmy® and Golden

Globe® Award-winner Jane presents an evening of side-

splitting musical comedy as she explores her love of

the beauty and absurdity of the American standard and

show tunes.

Sun, Mar 29 • 8pm

FROM THE AWARD WINNING CHOREOGRAPHER OFMEMPHIS AND JERSEY BOYS

The Diamonds Bandstand Boogie!The Diamonds all-new show, Bandstand Boogie! features songs performed on the TV show, American Bandstand. From 1952 to 1989, American Bandstand showcased the greatest music, dance and fashion of four decades. Bandstand Boogie! captures the magic and the enduring memories of that golden age!

Tue, Mar 31 • 1pm

JANEL Y N C H

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Members of Electric Light Orchestra with Rock Symphony

Back by popular demand! Get ready for an evening of ELO’s greatest hits including Can’t Get It Out of My Head,

Telephone Line, Evil Woman, Strange Magic, Mr. Blue Sky and more performed by former original members of ELO and backed by a

live rock symphony.

Special guest Little River Band

Fri, Apr 10 • 7:30pm

Michael BoltonReturning after last year’s sold-out show,

multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning singer & songwriter Michael Bolton

established himself with the chart topping hits When A Man Loves A Woman &

How Am I Supposed To Live Without You. Michael has sold more than 55 million

records, has eight top 10 albums & two number 1 singles on the Billboard charts.

Wed, Apr 8 • 7:30pm

Chris BottiSince the release of his 2004 critically

acclaimed CD When I Fall In Love, Chris Botti has become the largest selling

American instrumental artist. His success has crossed over to audiences usually

reserved for pop muisc and his ongoing association with PBS has led to four #1 jazz albums as well as multiple Gold, Platinum

and GRAMMY® Awards.

Wed, Apr 15 • 7:30pm

withLittle River Band

The Australian Bee Gees Show

From the hit PBS Special, The Australian Bee Gees Show captures state-of-the-art sound

and vivid graphics that will get you dancing on your feet. From early hits (Massachusetts,

New York Mining Disaster 1941) to later classics (Stayin’ Alive and How Deep is Your

Love) this show will have you reliving your favorite Bee Gees moments.

Wed, Apr 1 • 8pm

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Roberta FlackGRAMMY® Award-winner Roberta Flack will set the night to music when she graces the stage at the Capitol Theatre. Known for such hits as The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, Where Is the Love, Killing Me Softly With His Song, Feel Like Makin’ Love, The Closer I Get to You, and Tonight I Celebrate My Love.

Thu, Apr 23 • 7:30pm

Rain - A Tribute to the BeatlesBACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! From the early hits to the later classics (I Want to Hold your Hand, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Let It Be, Come To-gether, Hey Jude) and more, this tribute band will take you back to a time when all you needed was love and a little help from your friends!

Sat, Apr 25 • 3 & 8pm

Willie NelsonThe iconic Texan is the creative genius behind historic recordings like Crazy, Hello Walls, Red Headed Stranger and Stardust. His six decade career boasts more than 200 albums, every conceivable award & honor to be bestowed on a person, 44 acting credits, & multiple books. His latest album, Band of Brothers is out now.

Thu, Jan 29 • 7:30pm

Melissa EtheridgeThis is ME marks GRAMMY® & Acad-emy Award-winner Melissa Etheridge’s 12th collection of new material. Fans will know the woman with the powerful lyrics, incomparable voice & blazing guitars from such hits as I’m The Only One & Come to My Window. This perfor-mance is not to be missed!

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Tom Paxton & Janis IanTogether at Last

Janis Ian, the GRAMMY® Award-winning singer- songwriter behind Society’s Child

& At Seventeen will join celebrated folk singer- songwriter Tom Paxton on stage

for one night only. Called the voice of his generation, Tom Paxton’s songs have been covered by everyone from Johnny Cash &

Woody Guthrie to Dolly Parton.

Mon, Apr 13 • 7:30pm

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