The King Center Announces Nine New Shows

The King Center announces nine new shows coming up for the fall season. Check them out below!

John MayALL

Tuesday, October 11, 8 pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $32 (inclusive of fees)

A Brevard Music Group Production

For over 50 years, John Mayall has served as a pioneer of blues music, rightly earning him the title, "The Godfather of British Blues." In 2013, John signed with producer Eric Corne's label, Forty Below Records, and has since been experiencing a true artistic and career renaissance. This revival continues with the release of a brilliant new studio album titled, Find a Way to Care. About the new album, Corne says, "I really wanted to feature John's keyboard playing on this record. He's truly one of the most lyrical, economical and underrated keyboardists around. We also wanted to change things up a bit after the success of A Special Life and the addition of a horn section on several tracks was a really fun way to do that. As good as the last album was, I think this one is even better." Today, John can safely say he's never been happier with his band and career and the road continues. www.johnmayall.com

Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood:

THE SCARED SCRIPTLESS TOUR

Thursday, October 13, 7:30 pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $60.75 (inclusive of fees)

An Elko Concerts Production

Armed with nothing but their sharp wit, comedians Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood take to the live stage to create hilarious and original scenes in their two-man show. Known by TV audiences for their work on Whose Line is it Anyway?, Colin & Brad improvise new material every night from audience suggestions and participation. "Interactive" in every sense of the word, Colin & Brad will take the audience on a comedic high-wire act... just like a live version of Whose Line! Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter for all ages! Learn more at colinandbradshow.com.www.colinandbradshow.com

Space Coast Ballet Company

THE NUTCRACKER

Saturday, December 3, 2pm & 7pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $19.50 (inclusive of fees)

Children age 12 and under - tickets starting at $16.50 (inclusive of fees)

The only Nutcracker you must see this season! This magical Christmas tradition is an artistic masterpiece produced by Kirov Ballet trained director, Janna Kirova and features internationally acclaimed principal Dusty Botton. With talented professional dancers and elegant costumes, The Space Coast Ballet's The Nutcracker rivals any production in New York City or elsewhere. "...the greatest thing to hit the Space Coast..." --FLORIDA TODAY spacecoastballetcompany.com,

CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO HOLIDAY SHOW - In the Studio Theatre

Monday, December 5, 7:30 pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $38 (inclusive of fees)

A Brevard Music Group Production

With glee, the King Center and Brevard Music Group proudly presents California Guitar Trio's Holiday show! The Trio kicks off a year of festivities, in celebration of 25 years of their genre-busting partnership, with this magical seasonal offering. Masters of classical compositions and classic rock, surf guitar and sonic experimentation, California Guitar Trio trims your tree with holiday standards from around the world- timeless, as 'Silent Night', and timely, as John and Yoko's 'Happy Xmas (War is Over)'. Unwrap a poignant, passionate rendition of 'Greensleeves', and a hypnotic 'Carol of the Bells' which is a favorite on Pandora Radio's Holiday Music station. Of course, the show features CGT's captivating storytelling and wit, interwoven with intricate, unexpected arrangements, the hallmarks of this instrumental super-group, whose music once awakened the astronauts on the space shuttle Endeavor. Fans can expect favorites from California Guitar Trios' beloved repertoire, as well as an "altogether warmhearted reckoning of Christmas carols and other pleasantries" (iTunes), with selections from their release, A Christmas Album. The recording has racked up an astounding 30 million plays on Pandora, with nearly five million in 2016 alone! Forget the shopping and holiday stress. Gather with family and friends in the intimate setting of the Studio Theatre for some comfort and joy with a show yule always remember! www.cgtrio.com

Taylor Hicks - In the Studio Theatre

Thursday December 8, 7:30 pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $54 (inclusive of fees)

An Elko Concerts Production

Taylor Hicks is one of the most beloved and popular AMERICAN IDOL winners of all time. From the start, Hicks' material on the mega-hit show set him apart, with a unique take on Southern soul, R & B, country and blues. Hicks' star continued to rise after he stepped off the IDOL stage. Less than three weeks after his IDOL victory, his debut single, Do I Make You Proud, entered at #1 on Billboard's Hot 100. His self-titled album debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200 and was quickly certified RIAA Platinum. Hicks also penned an autobiography Heart Full of Soul, and is the first male IDOL winner to be featured on a Grammy Award-winning album, Jimmy Fallon's, Blow Your Pants Off, which took home the 2013 Grammy for Best Comedy Album. On Broadway, Hicks starred in the hit musical, GREASE and as a testament to his musical talent and showmanship, he was the first Idol winner in history to secure a long term residency in Las Vegas, headlining at Paris Las Vegas, and other Caesars Entertainment properties all over the United States. Hicks is currently working on his first country album. www.taylorhicks.com

LIVINGSTON TAYLOR - In the Studio Theatre

Saturday, January 14, 7:30pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $58.50 (inclusive of fees)

Livingston Taylor has enthralled audiences for forty years with a diverse original repertoire of country, folk, bluegrass, and blues. His top forty hits "I Will Be in Love with You," and "I'll Come Running" launched his career, and a steady song output has characterized his performances ever since. Liv has toured with Linda Ronstadt, Jimmy Buffett, and Fleetwood Mac among many others, but his fans most often come to see him to experience the winning combination of raconteur, balladeer, and pure fun music making that characterize his concerts. Livingston's fourteenth album, Last Alaska Moon is out now. www.livingstontaylor.com

AN EVENING WITH Gladys Knight

Sunday, January 29, 7pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $47.50 (inclusive of fees)

Produced by AEG Live!

The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Very few singers over the last fifty years have matched her unassailable artistry. This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and has triumphed in film, television and live performance. In her first effort since 2013's Another Journey - Knight's 8th solo effort - this summer marked the release of Where My Heart Belongs, a new inspiration gospel album. Knight is a two-time Grammy winner in the gospel category and recently won an NAACP Image Award for "Outstanding Gospel Album." All told, Knight has recorded more than 38 albums over the years, including Gladys Knight and The Pips, and four solo albums. She is a tireless performer who still wows audiences around the country and the world. www.gladysknight.com

FOUR BITCHIN' BABES - In the Studio Theatre

"HORMONAL IMBALANCE, v 2.5
A MOOD SWINGING MUSICAL REVUE - THE ESTROGEN FUELED FUN CONTINUES!"

Thursday, February 9, 7:30pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $54 (inclusive of fees)

A Brevard Music Group Production

Make it a hot night of music and laughs with this anniversary show that celebrates the best of Babes, Boys, and Botox. With an extensive fan base from the advent of social media, and a deep catalogue of hits and fan favorites, this 'Fabulous Female Folkestra' has chosen to celebrate their wildly successful touring escapades, with a special Retro show that shines the spotlight back over 25years of their most requested songs. It's this "in demand" repertoire of hysterical and endearing songs that has made THE BABES the venerable "original girls' night out" theatre hit they are today! www.fourbitchinbabes.com

BATTLE OF THE BIG BANDS

Sunday, February 12, 3:30 pm

Tickets on Sale Friday, August 19th at Noon

Tickets starting at $48 (inclusive of fees)

A Brevard Music Group Production

Please join us for a musical tribute to the 1940's with two of the world's greatest big bands, The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and The Glenn Miller Orchestra. In Big Band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands. It could swing with the best of them, and no other band could come close to Tommy's when it came to playing ballads. The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra repertoire continues to entertain audiences of all ages throughout the world and represents explosive and swinging Big Band entertainment at its best. The legendary Glenn Miller was one of the most successful of all dance bandleaders back in the Swing Era of the 1930's and 40's. A matchless string of hit records, the constant impact of radio broadcasts and the drawing power at theatres, hotels and dance pavilion, built and sustained the momentum of popularity. Today, the 18 member ensemble continues to play many of the originAl Miller arrangements both from the civilian band and the AAFB libraries. Additionally, it also plays some more modern selections arranged and performed in the Miller style and sound. Just as it was in Glenn's day, the Glenn Miller Orchestra today is still the most sought after big band in the world.

Experience live music non-stop for 2 hours with the battle between these two legendary bands, both performing on our main stage. The audience will vote at the end of the evening for their favorite Big Band. This will allow us to return in the future with a new show featuring the audience selection plus a different Big Band from the 1940's. www.battleofthebigbands.com