Jim Brickman Returns to The Center

We open our 15th Anniversary season at The Center with the much anticipated return of fans favorite Jim Brickman to The Center. We have spent the summer painting up, fixing up, shampooing and in general getting ready for this exciting night on October 3. While we were getting ready for your return, Jim was busy as every touring the country and recording his special Beautiful Word concert in Niagara Falls on June 5 and 6. We are thrilled to be presenting this concert here at Governors State University.

Jim Brickman has revolutionized the sound of solo piano with his pop-style instrumentals and star studded vocal collaborations.Since the release of his debut album “No Words” in 1994, Jim Brickman’s romantic piano sound has defined him as a marquis among contemporary instrumental hit makers. His signature style of playing and songwriting has also brought him six Gold and Platinum selling albums, 26 charted adult radio hits, a Grammy nod in 2003, Two SESAC “Songwriter of the Year” awards, a Canadian Country Music Award and a Dove Award presented by the Gospel Music Association.Jim's best-known compositions include the chart-toppers “Valentine,” “The Gift,” “Love of My Life,” “Simple Things” and “Peace.” In November 2005, he held the top three spots on Billboard’s New Age chart for his albums The Disney Songbook, Grace and Greatest Hits. Jim has established a reputation for his collaborations with many gifted musical artists that include: Martina McBride, Gerald Levert, Lady Antebellum, Michael W. Smith, Kenny Loggins, Carly Simon, Herb Alpert, Collin Raye, Pam Tillis, Michael Bolton, Sara Evans, Donny Osmond and Olivia Newton-John.A native of Cleveland, Ohio Brickman began playing piano at the age of five and studied music at the prestigious Cleveland Institute of Music. He founded his own advertising music company in 1980, writing commercial jingles for such advertisers as McDonald’s, Pontiac and Kellogg’s. A strong supporter of PBS, Jim has taped three concert specials for that network, which include Jim Brickman at the Magic Kingdom—The Disney Songbook (2005), My Romance, An Evening With Jim Brickman (2000) and Love Songs and Lullabies (2002). The 2009 PBS concert special Beautiful World is inspired by Jim’s many travels and his memorable experiences of music bridging borders and cultural divides. It’s theme of friendship, healing and connecting cultures includes the quintessential Jim Brickman sound and unites worldwide musical influences. You can see more about Jim on his website at http://www.jimbrickman.com/ or see his best videos at http://www.gatasi.com/tag/jim%20brickman

I look forward to welcoming you to this and many other events at The Center this season. Our 15th anniversary season is one in which we reach out to all members of our communities with events that Touch Our Lives. As in past years the events presented at The Center cover an entire spectrum of musical, dance, comedy and family events. We hope to see you again this year for events at The Center that entertain, educate and engage your spirit.

See You at The Center!

Burt Dikelsky
Executive Director

The Center's 2009-2010 Season is announced!

Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's amazing musical about magical enchantment blends the stories of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella - and more - into an exciting, intertwining show for all ages!

SHOW DATES
August 14 at 7:30 PM & August 15 at 2 PM and 7:30 PM at The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University.
Tickets for Into the Woods go on sale to the general public on June 15 and will be available for online purchase at www.centertickets.net
Box Office: (708) 235-2222.
Box Office Hours: Mon-Sat: 10 AM - 4 PM.
The Box Office is open two hours prior to show times.....

 AUDITIONS....

We are seeking children between the ages of eight and twelve; and adults high school age and older. ....

Visit www.slatetheatre.org or call 708.235.2244 for further audition information.

The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University has been the leader in bringing quality entertainment to the south suburbs for more than a decade. Now The Center itself is getting into the act with the founding of the Southland Area Theatre Ensemble (SLATE). The new theatre group has grown out of the extensive talents of Center staff, associates, and friends. 

Check out Louis Ramey from NBC's "Last Comic Standing" He will be here at the Center on Saturday, October 11 at 8 PM. Tickest are $58/$51/$38. Call (708) 235-2222 or visit www.centertickets.net or tickets.

The Center for Performing Arts is proud to announce its 2008-2009 Season!

Subscriber orders can be placed starting Friday, June 13. Call (708) 235-2222 for information or to place your order!

To become a subscriber, all you need to do is purchase any three shows or more for our 2008-09 season.

Subscriber benefits include:

• Savings of up to $5 off regular ticket prices

• Full ticket exchange privileges with 72-hour notice to box office

• Priority seating

• Advanced notice of season programming and added shows

• Entry in a drawing to win a downtown Chicago getaway package and free gas card

• All previous benefits

• Invitation to a private Subscriber Appreciation event on September 13 complete with food, fun and guided tours

• All previous benefits

• Savings of up to $6 off regular ticket prices

• $25 voucher to be used for future main stage ticket purchases*

*some restrictions may apply, contact box office for details.

NBC's "Last Comic Standing" Live Tour 
Saturday, October 11, 2008
8PM
$38/$51/$58

Mammoth Follies
Saturday, October 18, 2008
11AM
$10.50/$11.50/$15.50

An Evening with David Crosby and Graham Nash
Friday, October 31, 2008
8PM
$59/$72/$79

Second City: DeFace the Nation
Saturday, November 1, 2008
8PM
$24/$37/$44

Smokey Joe's Cafe'
Saturday, November 15, 2008
8PM
$26/$33/$46

Magic Tree House
Saturday, November 22, 2008
11AM & 3PM
Sunday, November 23, 2008
2PM
$26/$33

Christmas with Aaron Neville and the Neville Quintet with Charles Neville
Saturday, December 6, 2008
8PM
$53/$57/$64

A Christmas Carol
Sunday, December 7, 2008
4PM
$10.50/$11.50/$15.50

The Nutcracker
Saturday, December 13, 2008
1PM & 5PM
Adults: $20/$33/$40
Children 16 and under: $15/$28/$35

New York Theatre Ballet's Sleeping Beauty and Carnival of Animals
Sunday, January 25, 2009
4PM
Adults: $28/$41/$48
Children 16 and under: $23/$36/$43

Mike Super: Magic & Illusion
Saturday, January 31, 2009
8PM
Adults: $24/$37/$44
Children 16 and under: $19/$32/$39

The Lettermen with Trio Musicians
Saturday, February 14, 2009
8PM
$36/$49/$56

The Mikado
Sunday, February 22, 2009
4PM
$29/$42/$49

Pink Floyd Experience
Saturday, February 28, 2009
8PM
$34/$47/$54

Hairspray - National Broadway Tour
Friday, March 13, 2009 at 8PM
Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 8PM
$54/$58/$65

Hairspray - National Broadway Tour (Matinee)
Saturday, March 14 at 2PM
Special Matinee Prices: $44/$48/$55

Afro-Cuban All Stars
Friday, March 20, 2009
8PM
$35/$48/$55

DRUMline Live
Saturday, March 21, 2009
7PM
$39/$46

Junie B. Jones
Saturday, May 2, 2009
11AM & 1PM
$10.50/$11.50/$15.50

Kingston Trio
Sunday, May 3, 2009
5PM
$25/$40/$45

To Kill A Mockingbird
Saturday, May 9, 2009
8PM
$27/$34

Box Office: (708) 235-2222
Hours: 10AM -4PM
Monday-Saturday