New Shows added to State Theatre 2011 Schedule

The State Theatre in Easton has added 8 new shows to the 2011 Season.

Tickets for these new shows will go on sale to State Theatre Members Wednesday, December 8th at 10 AM, to the public on Wednesday, December 15th. During Members Only sales, there will be a 6 ticket limit per Member per performance.

State Theatre Memberships can be purchased at any time and begin at $75 for one year. As a non-profit organization, State Theatre membership contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Tickets and Memberships can be obtained by visiting the State Theatre Box Office, 453 Northampton Street, Easton, by calling 1-800-999-STATE, 610-252-3132 or online at www.statetheatre.org . Fees apply.

JESSE COOK (Saturday, March 5, 8 PM, $30/$25) Back by Popular Demand! Juno Award winning rumba flamenco master Jesse Cook performs regularly throughout the world and his live shows are notorious for drawing throngs of fans who sing and dance along during the entire performance. Those in attendance who may not yet be as familiar with his intoxicating rumba flamenco are quickly placed under the spell of passionate guitar work, Moorish rhythms, and Cook's smoldering on-stage charisma. In addition to headlining concerts and festivals, he has opened for such legends as B.B. King, Ray Charles and Diana Krall, and has toured with the legendary Irish band The Chieftans.

Michael Flatley'S LORD OF THE DANCE (Thursday, March 10, 8 PM $50/$45) Described by the New York Post as "fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining," and by the Los Angeles Times as "a showpiece extravaganza," Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers' bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting. Sponsored by WFMZ Ch 69 & WLEV 100.7

BRYAN ADAMS (Sunday, March 13, 7 PM, $50/$45) Bryan Adams continues his highly successful "Bare Bones" acoustic concert tour with a stop at the State Theatre! As Canada's best-known ambassador, Bryan Adams has spent the last three decades making music history. He has sold over 65 million records, toured six continents and achieved #1 status in over 40 countries around the world. With hits like, "Cuts Like A Knife", "Summer of '69", "Kids Wanna Rock", "Can't Stop This Thing We've Started", "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You", "Open Road" and most recently "Thought I'd Seen Everything", Adams status as one of the great songwriter's of our time has been solidified. Sponsored by 999 The Hawk & WFMZ Ch 69.

Frankie Valli & THE FOUR SEASONS (Tuesday, April 5, 8 PM, $80/$75) Oh, what a story. Frankie Valli, who came to fame in 1962 as the lead singer of the Four Seasons, is hotter than ever in the 21st century. Thanks to the volcanic success of the Tony-winning musical Jersey Boys, which chronicles the life and times of Frankie and his legendary group, such classic songs as "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like a Man," "Rag Doll," and "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" are all the rage all over again. Now Frankie salutes the decade that made him a star with his first new studio album in 15 years, Romancing The '60s, putting his own stamp on some of his favorite '60s songs. Sponsored by N. Pugliese, Inc.

The Beach Boys (Sunday, April 10, 5 PM, $55/$50)
Few, if any, acts can match The Beach Boys' concert presence, spirit and performance. Mike Love's role as the band's front man sometimes overshadows his stature as one of rock's foremost songwriters. "Surfin'," The Beach Boys' first hit came from his pen. With his cousin, BrIan Wilson, Love wrote the classics "Fun, Fun, Fun," "I Get Around," "Help Me Rhonda," "California Girls" and the Grammy nominated "Good Vibrations," and he also co-wrote the irresistible and chart-topping "Kokomo." Beach-Boy vet Bruce Johnston (member since 1965) joins Love in the current line up.
Sponsored by N. Pugliese, Inc.

ASIA (Thursday, April 28, 8 PM, $45/$40) Asia's debut album exploded onto the music scene in March 1982 with several Top 10 singles and sales exceeding 7 million copies. This "supergroup", featuring bassist/vocalist John Wetton, drummer Carl Palmer, keyboardist Geoff Downes, and guitarist Steve Howe, was the logical successor to their collective bands of the 70s - Yes, ELP, King Crimson, UK, and The Buggles. "This is the REAL ASIA" - guitarist Steve Howe. Sponsored by 999 The Hawk

PINKALICIOUS The Musical (Saturday, April 30, 5 PM, $20/$10 child 10 & under) PINKALICIOUS can't stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor's office with Pinkititis, an affliction that turns her pink from head to toe - a dream come true for this pink loving enthusiast. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament. With book and lyrics by Elizabeth Kann and Victoria Kann, and music, lyrics and orchestrations by John Gregor.

Bill Cosby (Sunday, June 5, 6 PM, $60/$55) Bill Cosby is, by any standards, one of the most influential stars in America today. His humor
often centers on the basic cornerstones of our existence, seeking to provide an insight into our roles as parents, children, family members, and men and women. The 1984-92 run of The Cosby Show and his books Fatherhood and Time Flies established new benchmarks on how success is measured. Recently, the Bill Cosby app was launched and is available on iPhone and soon to be Android enabled phones, and additionally, Cosby is hosting The Bill Cosby Show, "OBKB," a series of 10-minute webisodes. Sponsored by Lexus of Lehigh Valley, Lutron & N. Pugliese, Inc.

 

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