2011-12 Seaso - Mattie Kelly Arts Center

Break!
The Urban Funk Spectacular MATTIE KELLY
2011-12
Season
Northwest Florida State College
Broadway’s Best
Touring Shows
October 8, 2011
Artist series
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2011-12
www.mattiekellyartscenter.org
(850) 729-6000
MATTIE KELLY
Northwest Florida State College
100 College Boulevard
Niceville, Florida 32578
An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity Institution
An absolutely stellar selection of nine nationally touring Broadway shows & Artist events from
New York and Las Vegas appear this season at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at Northwest Florida
State College. A new Custom Season Package option offers a 10% discount on each show if you
purchase a package of five or more national shows. Individual tickets to all the season’s national
touring shows are now on sale by phone or web. Groups of 10 or more tickets to a single show
will receive a $5 per ticket discount if the group sale is made by a single purchaser. Three shows
offer a youth ticket rate for patrons age 18 and younger.
The Broadway Series includes everything from today’s mega hits, like Monty Python’s Spamalot
(February 24) and the new Mel Brooks musical Young Frankenstein (May 10) to can’t-miss-classics
such as My Fair Lady (November 29) and Brigadoon (February 15). The home-run Broadway musical
hit Damn Yankees – winner of eight Tony Awards, rounds out the Broadway Series, appearing
January 28. The Artist Series is equally spectacular with top shows out of Las Vegas and New York,
including tonight’s BREAK! The Urban Funk Spectacular; as well as Blast! on January 18, the Tony
and Emmy Award winning music-in-motion event that’s a flurry of precision and pageantry with
brass, percussion, flags, rifles and special effects! Artist shows also include Simply Sinatra starring
Steve Lippia on February 4 with his 16 piece band in a tribute to “Ol’ Blue Eyes” himself and Andy
Gross, voted Las Vegas’ #1 Entertainer, for a night of comedy, illusions and more on March 10.
Contact or visit the Box Office between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday at (850) 729-6000
or purchase tickets online at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center website at www.mattiekellyartscenter.org.
See the website for show information, photos, videos and more!
Coming Next:
My Fair Lady • November 29. It’s no accident My Fair Lady once held the record
of longest running theatrical production in history! Don’t miss this timeless classic and all its
stunning Lerner and Loewe music. Tickets: $45 each.
Blast! • January 18. The winner of the 2001 Tony Award for “Best Theatrical Event”
and the 2001 Emmy Award for “Best Choreography.” Tickets $30 adults/$25 youth 18 & younger.
NWFSC Board
of Trustees
Paul A Foster
Rachel R. Gillis
Brian Pennington
Dale E. Rice, Jr.
Sandy Sims
Marijo Strauss
Esteena “Teena” K. Wells
H. Wesley Wilkerson
Dr. Ty Handy
President & Corporate Secretary
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The Urban Funk Spectacular
THE PROGRAM - Selections will be chosen from:
PART 1
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Hip Hop Essence
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Club Break!
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Block Party
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Hey DJ
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B-Boy Alley
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Hittin
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Video Jam
PART 2
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Times Square
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Poppin’ 9-2-5
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Human Beat Box
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Living Mannequin
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Pass the Beat
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Just Begun
Starring
AQUABOOGY • BBOY CRAZY C
BBOY VISCIOUS • UNLIMITED
DOOGIE HOUSER • BBOY FLEX • BBOY INSANE BBOY XTREME
With Live Music by
DJ STS
&
ANOINTED S
October 8, 2011 at 7:30 pm
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The Creators
Founder & Chief of Creation
Director of Production
Tour Director
Musical Direction
Vocal Percussionist
Choreographers
Costume Designer
Stylist
Lighting & Projection Designer
Still Photographer
Creative Consultant
Business Manager
Steve Love
Val Brochard
Darrin M. Ross
Antoine Judkins
Anointed S
James Everett
Leandro Polanco
Antoine Judkins
Ereina Valencia
Ariel St. Hilaire
Franklin Rowe
Reiko Love
Darrin Ross
Vivi Brochard
Lezly Ziering
Linda Linguvic
The National Sponsors
Apparel: Ecko
Fox Racing
P. Miller
Sean John
Sketchers
Tribal Gear
Wild Style Technicians
Studios:
New York Spaces
Time Circle Studios
The Roxy
MATTIE KELLY
Special Needs
Northwest Florida State College
We are happy to provide services for those with special needs. Wheelchair and companion
seating is available upon request. The facility is also equipped with wheelchair accessible restrooms,
handicap parking, ramps, and a passenger loading and unloading area to assist those with disabilities.
Assisted listening devices are available in the lobby prior to performances. Requests for an interpreter
for signed performances must be made at least five days in advance. Please notify the Associate
Director of the Mattie Kelly Arts Center at 729-6004 of your special needs. Assisted listening
devices have been generously provided by Sugar Beach Sertoma Club.
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About Break!
BREAK! The Urban Funk Spectacular traces the history of Hip Hop dancing over
the last thirty years. It is a tribute to this American urban art form. Cast members are
supremely talented artists from the world of “Breakdancing,” “Locking,” “Electric Boogaloo”
or “Popping,” Power Tumbling, as well as DJ-ing and Drumming & beat boxing (vocal
percussion). Many have been featured soloists in performances with such show-business
legends as Madonna, Janet Jackson, B2K, 50 Cent, Ringo Star, Whitney Houston, Puff
Daddy and Luther Vandross.
A distinctive American art form with hazy African roots that run deep through the
streets of inner cities, Hip Hop defies easy definition. Comprised of five elements – Dance,
MC, DJ, Graffiti, and Fashion - each component is improvised and recombined in a myriad
of rhythms and styles so that Hip Hop reinvents itself continually.
Though the exact origins of Hip Hop are unclear, dance elements hearken back to
an African tradition, involving a variety of footwork patterns, spinning and gymnastic
type moves, Hip Hop dancing has been heavily influenced by a number of sources. Some
consider James Brown and his 1969 hit: “Get on the Good Foot,” one of the starting points.
Inspired by his energetic, almost acrobatic dance on stage, many people began dancing
on the “Good Foot,” often incorporating moves that involved dramatic drops and spins.
Martial-arts films, which were extremely popular in the 1970s, contributed some of
the more spectacularly muscular and acrobatic elements to this burgeoning urban dance
phenomena. The term, “Breakdancing” actually arose with the growing recognition of
this art form by the media. The early 80’s “battles” between dance crews, attracted the
attention of the public and “Breaking,” “B-Boy-ing” or “Breakdancing” became associated
with other street dance styles such as “Locking” and “Popping.”
BREAK! is a New York City-based company, currently on a world tour, having already
received standing ovations across the five continents. Visit us at www.breakshow.com.
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Andy
Gross
March 10, 2012
Artist series $25 adult/$20 youth
“Not just another illusion show,
this show has it all.” – Jenny Jones
Enjoy a night of comedy, illusions and more with Las Vegas’
#1 Entertainer of 2010! Andy Gross will boggle the mind
with his ventriloquism, comedy and magic! Headlining at
comedy clubs nationwide, his variety show showcases his
unparalleled voice throwing ability and spellbinding feats
of illusion. His ad-libs during his stand-up are compared
frequently to Don Rickles and Robin Williams. Only a few
people in the world can throw their voice and Andy
Gross is the best in the business – it is a “must hear
to believe” feat! The hottest corporate entertainer,
stand up comic, magician and ventriloquist working
today – as evidenced by his sold out shows and
devoted following! Don’t miss Andy Gross!
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Who’s Who
STEVE LOVE—Founder & Chief of Creation
Steve Love is thrilled to bring the magic of street dancing to the theater with BREAK!
The Urban Funk Spectacular. Mr. Love got his inspiration from his experience with nontraditional dance forms. Over the years, Mr. Love has conceived and directed several
touring productions such as The New York Express Roller Dance Company, which has
received worldwide acclaim. He has hosted his own TV show, Love on Wheels! and
choreographed and directed numerous music videos, commercials, and industrials and
educational films for the corporate world. Clients include MTV, Sony, NYNEX, America
On Line, Lucent Technologies, Starburst, Cheerios, and Time/Life. He has worked closely
and appeared with celebrities such as Bill Cosby, Ben Vereen, Demi Moore, Jeff Daniels,
Conan O’Brian, Tisha Campbell, Nicolas Cage, Lou Gossett Jr. and two-time Academy
award-winning director Robert Wise. As a producer/director, Mr. Love’s various performing companies have enthralled millions in theaters and arenas across the five continents.
VAL BROCHARD—Director of Production
Val Brochard and Steve Love have a long-term working relationship, having collaborated on several productions and projects. Ms. Brochard has produced many concerts
as well as numerous music and industrial videos. She has conceived and directed commercials for brands such as Budweiser, Rogaine, Claritin, and M & M’s. In addition, Ms.
Brochard has produced several independent feature films, including Ocean Park, the
multiple award-winner of the 2002 Los Angeles and New York Independent Film Festivals.
“I must admit that BREAK! holds a very special place in my heart. Not only are our cast
members talented, creative and beautiful, they also are gracious and generous. Their
love for this art form is contagious and I promise you that BREAK! will leave you charged
up with tons of positive energy!”
DARRIN M. ROSS - Tour Director
Darrin M. Ross has been producing and engineering songs since 1984 with Jam
On Productions. He has recently completed the score and sound design for Alvin Ailey
American Dance theater’s Beyond The Steps PBS Documentary and for their ballets “Love
Stories and Reminiscin” along with sound design and composition for Suzan Lori Parks
TopDog/Underdog. He is also the recipient of a 2001 New York Dance & Performance
Award (BESSIE) for his music composition for Rome & Jewels. Mr. Ross has worked with
and established many artists in the industry such as Freeway, PM Dawn, Newcleus,
Doug E. Fresh, King Britt, Zhane, Jungle Brothers, Kim Waters, Todd Terry, the Roots,
Bahamadia, Victor Duplaix, and more. His sound design credits include, Fallen Crumbs
From The Cake, Cool Heat Urban Beat, The Pennsylvania Ballet, The Memphis Ballet, The
Colorado Ballet, Hot Mouth, Rome and Jewels, Facing Mekka, Maurice Hines Hot Feet,
Carols in Color, and many other dance theater works. Ross is President of the production company, Kitinay Productions Inc. Other collaborations include King Michael and
Champions Of The Dance.
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Performers
OTONIEL VASQUEZ (Aquaboogy)
Smooth and widely creative, this Miami native has been Popping & Locking for
more than a decade and a half. Having joined Break! in 2002, Aquaboogy has been a
featured dancer in both national & international tours, spanning the states and the globe.
Otto (Aquaboogy) Vasquez has over 15 years of experience in the Dance, Music and
Entertainment industries. Highlighted and featured as a dancer in: MTV, MTV ASIA, MTV
AUSTRALIA and VH1, he has been accredited via live interview thru MTV AUSTRALIA ,
MTV ASIA in Singapore and VH1. Aquaboogy has an extensive list of artists he has opened
and danced for: Run DMC, Grand Master Flash, Prodigy, Cindy Lauper, Tony Touch, Angie
Martinez, Nice & Smooth, Fab Five Freddie, Kilo (AKA Down) etc., and has worked with
Cirque Du Soliel. He has also toured as a featured dancer for Carnival Cruise Line and
the Off-Broadway show: Break! The Urban Funk Spectacular!
Carlos Forestier (Crazy C)
Crazy C holds a 2nd degree black belt and the State Champion of Florida in Karate.
He has trained in other martial arts as well and is considered a young master. Carlos
has been featured on Television on UPN, ESPN and Telemundo. Most recently he has
done stage show with celebrities “Pink” and “Boyz to Men.” Carlos would like to give
thanks to his crew, “Back Yard Funk” for his early training and to BREAK! The Urban Funk
Spectacular for giving him a chance to bring his unique style to performing arts centers
around the world.
Seth (AKA Doogie Houser) Gordon
Seth (AKA Doogie Houser) Gordon is a professional entertainer who was born
and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. Seth has appeared in a numerous amount of feature
movies, short films, and TV shows. He has danced for several recording artists such as
Jenna Drey, Don Philip, T-Vice, The Alex Bradd’n Project, Teen Sensation Aerial Rose,
Ciara, and Sean Kingston to name a few. He has appeared in several local, regional and
national commercials, PSA’s, and music videos. Credits include, Toyota, Casino Rama,
Nike, Mountain Dew, Winn-Dixie, Throat Cooler, Burger King, Royal Caribbean, and more!
The latest music video’s he has been featured in was Sean Kingston’s “Fire Burning” and
also T-Vice’s latest video. He believes in always remaining a student of any art form no
matter how good you are at it, this way you stay open minded and you will always have
room to grow and hone your craft.
BBOY XTREME
Smooth and widely creative, this New York native has been Breakin for more than
a decade. Having joined Break! in 2005, BBOY EXTREME has been a featured dancer
in both national & international tours, spanning the states and the globe. Hailing from
New York’s amazing dance scene, he has successfully achieved international recognition
having performed with artists such as Kilo, Prodigy, Grandmaster Flash, Run DMC, Angie
Martinez, Tony Touch, Diverse, Nice & Smooth and Rob Swift (Executioners). He recently
completed filming for STEP UP 4.
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Performers (cont.)
BBOY INSANE
Born and raised in Colombia, Bboy INSANE is a member of the world famous Dynamic
Rockers, which is also one of the pioneering groups of the dance, est. since 1977. As a
Member of the Dynamic Rockers, Insane has appeared MTV television show Made, B.E.T.
Wild Out Wednesdays, Madison Square Garden, and has also performed in theaters
around the country. He has recently been featured in videos by Lil Wayne, Big Sean,
Chris Brown and many other commercials and television specials.
UnLimited
UnLimited who is known for his unique style of dancing has performed in Hip Hop
Symphony 2011, Performing Art Politics 2010. He has worked with Artists such as Ian
Carey, Mandy Ventrice and T-vice, Darren Henson. Although Unlimited has studied other
dance styles such as Jazz, Modern, and Gaga, his passion has always been Funk Style
Popping and Locking. UnLimited has the natural ability to move as a house, Popping
and Locking. He was given the name due to the unorthodox variety of moves within
that particular style.
Shaun “ANOINTED S” ROIG
He possesses an ingenuity that enables him to construct a vocabulary of sounds
through his mouth. Anointed S defines the human body as the first instrument. He has
captivated thousands while touring with Alicia Keys, Angie Stone, Regina Belle, Malik
Yoba, The Gap Band, Will Downing, Patti Labelle, Violinist Eugene Park, Doug E Fresh, The
Roots and more. He has been a featured artist with the New York Symphony Orchestra.
He has also written, created and been featured in several nationwide television and
radio commercials. His commercial for Transformers was nominated for a Cleo award.
DJ STS
He has worked on various radio and television programs since 1989. Some of his
credits include: Street Soldiers by On The Go magazine, Live Convention, Old School Hip
Hop Alliance, and the Tru heads Movie which was shown on HBO, BET and The Avenue.
STS has opened for Busta Rhymes and The Wu Tang Clan. He is a founding member of
the DJ World Interactive. He has recently created his own which takes turntabalism to
a whole new level. DJ STS has participated in three DMC Competitions, The Battle For
World Supremacy and many other battles.
About Love Productions
LOVE PRODUCTIONS was founded by Steve Love in 1985, rapidly winning international
acclaim for extending the boundaries of the performing arts. Headquartered in Times
Square—the heart of New York City—the company is known for its unique ability to
create diversified productions and bring unconventional dance forms to the stage.
As a dedicated member of the community, LOVE PRODUCTIONS is committed to raising
public awareness about unconventional dance forms in the world of entertainment. For
the past few years, the company has been implementing special educational programs
in thousands of schools throughout the United States.
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Blast!
January 18, 2012
Artist series $30 adult/$25 youth
Audiences across the nation are going wild for Blast! – the
winner of the 2001 Tony Award for “Best Theatrical Event”
and the 2001 Emmy Award for “Best Choreography.” It’s
America’s newest music-in-motion movement on national
tour! Think Riverdance or Stomp but in a totally unique
event that combines instrumental virtuosity and the
precision & pageantry of brass and percussion, with
visual performers in a unique explosion of music and
the showmanship of outdoor pageantry. It’s a flurry
of drums, bugles, flags, rifles, sabers, costuming
and special effects!
“An exuberant show ... Blast!
stands, blows, pounds, marches
and whirls with panache.”
– Bruce McCabe, Boston Globe
“Get your tickets now! A sure-fire hit. The only problem is in trying
to describe just exactly what it is. This joyous explosion of music,
movement ... packs a definite punch ... part marching band, part color
guard and part jam session ... This is one you won’t want to miss.”
– Richard Ouzounian, The Toronto Star
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2011-12 Broadway & Artist Series
National Touring Shows
Nov. 29
Jan. 18 Jan. 28
Feb. 4 Feb. 15 Feb. 24 March 10 May 10 My Fair Lady – $45
BLAST! – $30 / $25
Damn Yankees – $45
Simply Sinatra, starring Steve Lippia – $30
Brigadoon – $45
Monty Python’s Spamalot – $45
Andy Gross – $25 / $20 Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein – $45
Mattie Kelly Arts Center Box Office
100 College Blvd., Niceville, Florida
(850) 729-6000 or www.mattiekellyartscenter.org
In-person Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
and 90 minutes prior to show time.
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