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Century Village Theaters
April Amy Alvarado From the Ozarks to Miami, this beautiful soprano sings lead roles in musical productions of Aida, The Pearl Fishers, Puccini’s Suor Angelica and more. Amy Alvarado combines genuine talent with years of study and experience to present a spectacular evening of music—from Broadway to opera and classic standards. Opening her show is comedian Larry Larkin. David And Shira Hailing from New York City, this couple is quickly becoming a South Florida sensation! The brilliant baritone and acclaimed songstress are known for their elegance, warmth, sincerity and a repertoire that includes Broadway favorites, operatic show stoppers and much more. Fab 5 Kids Tomorrow’s stars take the stage when five teens filled with pure, fresh talent sing and dance their way into your hearts. Incredible voices, energy and amazing aptitude make these young ladies a thrill to watch. Lecture — “Could They Talk” Three-time Emmy nominee and 30-year television veteran Larry Ferber brings Dinah Shore, Mike Douglas, Frank Sinatra, Bette Davis, Regis Philbin, Bette Midler and many more to the stage in a lecture peppered with video clips and anecdotes for an inside look at the TV industry. Celebrate The Ladies Of Soul Starring TK Blue & The Uncool Tony Kessler returns with his dynamite band in a new show that pays tribute to great ladies who put their soulful tag on popular music. From Etta James’ At Last to Aretha Franklin’s Respect, Tina Turner’s Proud Mary and more, this sparkling show makes you smile. www.centuryvillagetheater.com www.centuryvillagetheater.com May Almost Manilow This Vegas-style show recreates the look and sound of Barry Manilow, with all of his many hits—Copacabana, Mandy, I Write The Songs, Looks Like We Made It, Even Now, Weekend In New England, Tryin’ To Get The Feeling Again, Can’t Smile Without You and much more! Cecilia Roy Originally from British Columbia, Cecilia Roy lights up stages throughout her native Canada, the United States and Europe. With a mixture of old and new, from Ellington to Ella, she brings exuberance to her music and joy to her audiences. Opening for Roy is guitarist and singer David Fernando. James Perkowski In demand from England to Las Vegas, this popular tenor has performed for countless audiences, and with critical acclaim. He’s shared the stage with Barbara Cook at the Broward Center, Toni Braxton at the Flamingo in Vegas and Patti LaBelle in South Florida. Comic Michael Brill opens his show. Judy Scott Songstress Judy Scott toured nightclubs throughout the world with Frank Sinatra, Don Rickles, Bill Cosby, Buddy Hackett, Jerry Lewis and many more mega-stars. See for yourself why The New York Times praises Scott as a “major talent.” Opening the show is pianist Francisco Paz. Steppin’ Out With The Chapels This husband and wife singing team stars Broadway sensation Mara Joyce and fellow Broadway star and RCA recording artist Jimmy Chapel. Their fun-filled performance includes favorites from the Great White Way as well as other popular sizzling songs from the past and present. Page 3 June Shelley Keelor Shelly Keelor’s artistry is unique and multifaceted. In addition to a beautiful voice and ease in many styles, she possesses a stage presence imbued with elegance and power. One enthusiastic critic wrote that she “was phenomenal...we were gob-smacked!” From contemporary to jazz and standards, Keelor excels in all. Opening for Keelor is saxophonist and flutist Wes Anthony. Rick Melvern And France Rick Melvern and France Neil are personable performers who have traveled the country, including numerous appearances at Disney, entertaining delighted audiences. These two top singers perform an abundance of songs—from the Big Band Days all the way to today’s hits. They are the perfect example of a “dynamic duo.” Pedro Roman And Yezi Gonzalez Veteran entertainer Pedro Roman has a wellestablished reputation as an actor and singer. He takes the stage with Yezi Gonzalez who many compare to the young Celia Cruz, the famous Cuban international singer. Gonzalez’s voice is powerful and unbelievably rich. She dances with grace and poise. Tommy Mitchell “Sensational,” “magical,” “amazing” and “phenomenal” are just some of the words used to describe a concert by this talented singer and musician. Thanks to parents in the business, Tommy Mitchell grew up rubbing elbows with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie and Tony Bennett. He brings all of this talent and experience to a rousing performance. Opening his show is flamenco guitarist and singer Claude Kadoch. www.centuryvillagetheater.com www.centuryvillagetheater.com July Essence Of Motown Consummate entertainer Larry Johnson is joined by two special divas in this tribute to the great hits of Motown. Johnson, a Detroit native, has toured the world’s stages with former lead vocalists of The Temptations. This high-energy trio is a hit wherever they perform. Iris Revson She has performed on Broadway in several shows including The Pirates Of Penzance and Evita. Iris Revson has also appeared at great venues such as The Kennedy Center, Madison Square Garden and Carnegie Hall. Opening for this sensational songstress is skillful singer Michael Rapposelli. C Squared The two “Cs” in this musical equation are Clark and Cathy. Clark began singing professionally at the age of six and has performed in Las Vegas, the Caribbean and all the major Orlando attractions. Cathy has also traveled the world, delighting audiences with her versatility, charisma and girlnext-door persona. Together, they add up to a great show! Natalie Jackson Soulful and inspiring, Natalie Jackson is a versatile performer and vocalist, equally at home whether singing jazz, standards, classical, pop or rhythm & blues. Jackson has a classical background in piano and developed her vocal style under the tutelage of Dr. Aaron Bell, arranger for Duke Ellington. Opening her show is comic magician Rober. Page 5 August Across The Universe The Ultimate Beatles Tribute Errol Dante Unlike many tribute bands, which consist of actors with instruments, this production is made up of professional studio and touring musicians who recreate The Beatles classics as accurately as possible in a live setting. They bring the raw energy of The Beatles to life on stage in songs like Help!, Let It Be, I Want To Hold Your Hand, Penny Lane and more. Combine the calm of Bing Crosby and the cool of Perry Como with the sophistication of Tony Martin and you get the multi-talented Errol Dante. With a repertoire including Broadway, contemporary and international favorites, this “singer’s singer” always pleases a crowd. Opening for Dante is harpist Roberto Perera. Roy Michaels He was asked to step in for the late, great Johnny Maestro as lead vocalist for the legendary band, The Brooklyn Bridge. In addition to this timeless music, his repertoire also includes songs from Billie Holiday to Rod Stewart and just about everything in between. Cavendish Revue “That’s Entertainment!” The Gold Coast Singers present a wonderful evening of music from Broadway to Hollywood. This show contains hits from more than 50 years of Academy Awardwinning musicals, MGM movie classics, Gershwin, Hamlisch and much more! The Fabulous ’60s Starring Eddie Michael & Dina Martin These gifted vocalists and versatile performers are one of Florida’s top touring acts. They present hits from Neil Diamond, Elvis Presley, Connie Francis and more in this groovy ’60s revue! www.centuryvillagetheater.com www.centuryvillagetheater.com September Josie O’Donnell As Irish as a Tralee rose, Josie O’Donnell belts out songs with the best of them. Her terrific voice and sparkling wit make her a favorite whenever she takes the stage. Spanish guitar virtuoso Bob Folse opens the show for this feisty lady. Matt Stanley He brings to the stage an exuberance that is felt by his audience. Matt Stanley effortlessly blends together many different styles— from Broadway to Sinatra and Tom Jones to jazz. Opening for this powerful singer is accomplished singer and dancer Susan Ashley. Doo Wop Stylings With Mike Miller & Ken Brady Two great lead singers combine to take you on a journey back to the ’50s and ’60s as they perform all the wonderful songs that were part of the important moments of life. Mike Miller of Harmony Street fame and Ken Brady, current lead singer for The Casinos are a pleasure. Tom Stallone And Angela Tom Stallone combines a voice of unusual range and color with a magnetic stage presence. His powerful bari-tenor voice enables him to excel in a variety of music. He is accompanied by his wife Angela, a sensational soprano singer. They perform show tunes, standards and more! Page 7 October Turnstiles The Ultimate Tribute To The Music Of Billy Joel Faithfully recreating the “Piano Man’s” music earns this band high praise from the thousands who have heard them play. Hit songs to be heard include Allentown, Captain Jack, Honesty, Keepin’ The Faith, and much more. Robert Kole And Ruby Redwine Veteran Broadway star Robert Kole teams up with internationally acclaimed vocalist Ruby Redwine in an evening of music and dazzling entertainment. Kole was chosen by Leonard Bernstein to sing the world premier of his opera Trouble In Tahiti. Redwine’s musical style and artistic scope make her a favorite on stages throughout Germany, Austria, Holland, Belgium, France as well as the United States. James Michael “The Man Of Many Faces” Presents... “Who Am I Anyway?” He artfully combines more than 40 years of show biz experience and innate talent to present this tribute to Broadway’s great musical characters. James Michael transforms from Tevya to Zsa Zsa and countless others as he presents favorites from Fiddler On The Roof, La Cage, Jekyll & Hyde, Oliver and more! Lou And Lynn Carabello This high-energy husband and wife duo developed their skills in Las Vegas. They combine beautiful looks, sensitivity and humor in an act bursting with enthusiasm and a love for Broadway tunes and past and present love songs. Century Village® recreational facilities are handicapped accessible. Persons with disabilities needing special accommodations should contact the Box/Ticket Office to request such accommodation. All Programs Subject To Change And/Or Modification. TICKETS MAY BE PURCHASED ON-LINE: www.gateaccess.net www.centuryvillagetheater.com www.centuryvillagetheater.com