King Center for the Performing Arts Announces Fall 2009 Lineup

The King Center for the Performing Arts boasts an exciting fall lineup including legendary Willie Nelson and singer/songwriter/musician Jewel.  Many of the season's events also feature the pre-show PARTY on the PATIO.  Grilled burgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken and chips will be available for purchase. Mingle at the outdoor bar featuring full liquor and soda. For these shows patrons are also permitted to take their drinks into the theatre and enjoy them at their seat. All the ingredients are here for a party perfect atmosphere to celebrate a great classic album hit with family and friends!

Other season highlights include:

CRAIG MARTIN'S CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE SERIES
QUEEN: NIGHT AT THE OPERA
Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 8pm
Tickets on Sale NOW
Orchestra $26, Grand Tier $20

Classic Rock!  There's nothing like it!  Not a tribute performance or a cover band.  Classic Albums Live is an ensemble of world-class musicians recreating the greatest Rock albums ever recorded live on stage.  Note for note, cut for cut using every instrument that it took to record that album exactly as you remember it.  It's Rock ‘n' Roll played with the precision and fine detail of a philharmonic orchestra, only it's high energy classic Rock.

THE RIPPINGTONS featuring RUSS FREEMAN
Sunday, October 4, 2009 at 7:00 pm
Tickets on sale NOW at the King Center Ticket Office (321) 242-2219 or visit www.kingcenter.com or call Brevard Jazz Series (321)783-9004 or visit www.jazzseries.com
Orchestra $33.50, $25.50 • Grand Tier $25.50, $18.00

Grammy nominated Russ Freeman alongside drummer Dave Karasony, keyboardist Bill Heller, bassist Rico Belled and saxophonist Jeff Kashiwa are the multi-talented musicians who make up the smooth jazz fusion sounds of The Rippingtons. The group celebrates two decades in the music industry with the release of "20th Anniversary," a new CD/DVD featuring a colorful retrospective celebrating their joy of life and music over the years. Their ground breaking debut album "Moonlighting" was voted by Jazziz Magazine as the #1 Most Influential Contemporary Jazz Album of all time. "Modern Art," their latest release, incorporates exotic world music elements. Russ Freeman's innovative spirit as a composer and producer has led The Rippingtons with his trademark mix of fiery electric and classical guitars to receive distinct recognition with several #1 Billboard albums, numerous Oasis Awards including Group of the Year and Achievement in Video 1999. www.rippingtons.com

CRAIG MARTIN'S CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE SERIES
LED ZEPPELIN: PHYSICAL GRAFFITI
Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 8pm
Tickets on Sale NOW
Orchestra $26, Grand Tier $20

Classic Rock!  There's nothing like it!  Not a tribute performance or a cover band.  Classic Albums Live is an ensemble of world-class musicians recreating the greatest Rock albums ever recorded live on stage.  Note for note, cut for cut using every instrument that it took to record that album exactly as you remember it.  It's Rock ‘n' Roll played with the precision and fine detail of a philharmonic orchestra, only it's high energy classic Rock.

Willie Nelson
Wednesday, October 21, at 8:00 pm
Tickets On Sale - NOW
Orchestra $100.00, $75.00 • Grand Tier $53.50, $39.50

With a career that spans six decades, over 200 albums and every conceivable award and honor that can be bestowed to a person in his profession, Willie Hugh Nelson has earned the title "living legend." Among his accomplishments, the prolific songwriter from Texas has 8 Grammy Awards and is the recipient of The Lifetime Achievement Award and The Gene Weed Special Achievement Award given by the Academy of Country Music for unprecedented and genre-defying contributions to popular music. He has reached the top of the charts with classic hits such as "On The Road Again," "Always On My Mind," "Mamas Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys" and the popular duet with Julio Iglesias, "To All The Girls I've Loved Before." Most recently he performed in a video with Toby Keith featuring the No. 1 single "Beer for My Horses." www.willienelson.com

THE RAT PACK IS BACK!
Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 3:00 pm
Individual Tickets On Sale to public: Saturday 9/12/09, 10am at King Center Ticket Office
Internet Only Pre-Sale: Friday 9/11/09 at 10 am through www.kingcenter.com
Orchestra $38, $35, Grand Tier $35, $30

THE RAT PACK IS BACK! This spirited show recreates one of the famous "Summit at the Sands" nights when a swingin', ring-a-ding group known as the "Rat Pack" was creating hipster legend with a free-wheeling, no-holds-barred nightclub act starring Vegas' four favorite sons: Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin and Joey Bishop.
www.ratpackvegas.com

JEWEL Solo & Acoustic?Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 8:00 pm  
Opening: Meiko
Tickets On Sale:  NOW
Orchestra $48.00; Grand Tier $48.00, $38.00, $28.00

Accomplished singer, songwriter, musician, poet and author, Jewel has captured audiences with her soulful, crystalline voice. This three-time Grammy nominee, American Music Award and MTV Video Music Award winner is musically diverse, from the simplicity of acoustic-driven folk songs to band backed rock, pop, country, blues, jazz and classical infusions. Jewel's mass appeal started with the debut of her twelve-time platinum album entitled "Pieces of You," including chart toppers "Who Will Save Your Soul," "You Were Meant for Me" and "Foolish Games."  From angst ridden to achingly poignant and romantic, this artist entertains with her unique style. www.jeweljk.com

JIGU! THUNDER DRUMS OF CHINA
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 7 pm
Individual Tickets On Sale: Saturday, September 12, 2009, 10am at King Center Ticket Office
Internet Only Pre-Sale: Friday, September 11, 10am through www.kingcenter.com
Orchestra $24, Grand Tier $24, $18
Children's Discount Price: Orchestra $12, Grand Tier $12, $9 (Ages 12 & under)

Straight from the villages of the Shanxi Province of China, these talented drummers, percussionists and musicians bring the fine art of drumming and percussive performance to vibrant life. Skills reflecting their rich and historic culture have been passed down from generation to generation celebrating a tradition of musical excellence. This world-renowned company has won numerous awards including the Chinese Folk Competitions for Percussion and Drums Performers and are repeat Gold Medalists of the National Star Awards competitions. The whole family will enjoy this wonderment of sight and sound as they are swept away by the incredible power found in the intense drumming! Experience the vibrant and colorful roar of JIGU! Thunder Drums of China! www.iaipresentations.com www.myspace.com/jiguthunderdrumsofchina

THE SMOTHERS BROTHERS
Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 3 pm
Individual Tickets On Sale: Saturday, September 12, 2009, 10am at King Center Ticket Office
Internet Only Pre-Sale: Friday, September 11, 10am through www.kingcenter.com
Orchestra $47, $35, Grand Tier $35, $25

The Smothers Brothers, a legendary comedic duo, whose longevity in entertainment has surpassed all other comedy teams in history.  They are well known for their signature blend of topical (and often controversial) humor, natural warmth, good-natured sibling rivalry and musical talents. Their appeal transcends generations. They are perhaps most well known for their popular TV series, The Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour, that satirized political events and other sensitive topics of the day. These eloquent masters of comedy bring us a bit of their wit and superlative showmanship for one special performance.
www.smothersbrothers.com

For more information about any of the shows, please visit www.kingcenter.com or call 321-242-2219.

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