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For more information call The Library Theatre Box Office at (205) 444-7888 or go to http://www.hoover.lib.al.us/theatre/ Note: Tickets may be purchased in person or by phone. No mail orders will be accepted |
Tickets for the 2005-2006 Season go on sale August 19.
To be added to the mailing list, call The Library Theatre Box Office at
(205) 444-7888. Richie Havens One of the most recognizable voices in popular music, Richie Havens has recorded more than 20 albums during his 30-year career. As the opening act at Woodstock, he held crowds spellbound, concluding with his now classic “Freedom.” In addition to performing at President Clinton’s inauguration, he also presented a solo command performance for the Dalai Lama. Encore! Richie Havens is one of only two Tonight Show performers to be booked back-to-back nights by popular demand. Friday, Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. Los Lobos One Night Only - Having received worldwide acclaim for their chart-topping hit “La Bamba,” Los Lobos has been rocking crowds for 30 years and is still going strong. Now, the band makes a u-turn and returns to their early days, focusing on the rich diversity of Mexico’s music flavored with a little funk, rock and rhythm and blues. ”An American treasure, a great rock band” Saturday, Sept. 24 at 4 p.m. Alabama Ballet Join us as The Alabama Ballet
presents five diverse works: the Bram Stoker Dracula Pas de Deux; the
Danish classic Flower Festival; Flames of Paris, a
contemporary Russian classic; the Brahms Trio, choreographed by
Academy Award nominee Leslie Browne, former prima ballerina with the
American Ballet Theatre; and Unraveled, featuring the music of
Maurice Ravel, choreographed by Roger Van Fleteren, resident choreographer
for the Alabama Ballet. Thursday, Oct. 27 at 8 p.m. 1940's Radio Hour Starring Jan Hunter, Neal Hunter Hyde and Sam Chalker Travel back to 1942 for a live broadcast of The Mutual Manhattan Variety Cavalcade from the Hotel Astor. Complete with a harried producer, a drunken lead singer and a singing delivery boy, the show incorporates classics such as “Strike up the Band” and “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” capturing the spirit of that bygone era. Directed by jack Mann. “A totally exhilarating hour of singing, dancing and funny commercials” – New York Daily News Thursday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m. A Winters Eve Featuring Alison Brown with Special Guests Grammy-winning banjoist Alison Brown assembles some of her favorite musicians for an all-acoustic salute to the holidays. Their repertoire includes seasonal classics, traditional American favorites and inspired original compositions. Formerly with Alison Krauss and Union Station, Alison Brown was named “Banjo Player of the Year” by the International Bluegrass Music Association. She has recorded seven critically acclaimed solo albums. “A warm, intimate evening of entertainment and holiday spirit” Friday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. |
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