2015-2016 Show Information
Updated 4/2/2015
Snarky Puppy
Saturday, June 20 at 8 pm
Ticket prices $44 / $34
Brooklyn, New York-based Snarky Puppy is an instrumental fusion band featuring a collective of nearly 40
musicians, referred to as “The Fam.” Created by Grammy Award-winning bassist, composer and producer Michael
League, and formed in Denton, Texas, in 2004, Snarky Puppy incorporates a wide variety of instruments into their
music, such as guitars, pianos, keyboards, woodwinds, brass, percussion and strings. The band released their debut
album, The Only Constant, in 2006; their latest album is 2014’s We Like It Here. Many of the current and former
band members were once students at the University of North Texas, and they are routinely joined by other artists
such as Erykah Badu, Justin Timberlake, Kirk Franklin, Ari Hoenig and Snoop Dogg.
http://snarkypuppy.com/
“Weird Al” Yankovic
Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 8:00 pm
Ticket prices $59 / $49 / $42 / $37
With more than 12 million albums sold, three Grammys to his name and one of only three performers in history to
have registered a Top 40 single in each of the last four decades, “Weird Al” Yankovic is back on the road with The
Mandatory World Tour. Fresh off the release of his 14th studio album, Mandatory Fun (the first ever comedy
album to debut at #1 on Billboard’s Top 200), Weird Al takes no prisoners with parodies of some of the biggest hits
from 2014 such as Pharrell Williams’ Happy (Tacky), Robin Thicke’s Blurred Lines (Word Crimes), Lorde’s Royals
(Foil), Iggy Azalea’s Fancy (Handy) and Imagine Dragons’ Radioactive (Inactive). Irreverent. Hilarious. And it’s
Mandatory!
http://weirdal.com/
Peter Frampton and Cheap Trick
Tuesday, August 11, 2014 at 7:30 pm
Ticket prices $109/ $89 / $79 / $49
Time-tested rockers Peter Frampton and Cheap Trick co-headline this concert for the ages in the fittingly,
acoustically superb, Ferguson Center for the Arts concert hall! With more than 5,000 performances spanning four
decades and 20 million records sold worldwide, Cheap Trick is undoubtedly one of the most influential classic rock
groups of the past 50 years. The band was formed in 1974 and while it has evolved throughout the
years, Cheap Trick has continued to reach mainstream and critical success. Hits such as “I Want You To Want Me,”
“Dream Police,” and “Surrender” have cemented the group as one of America’s top rock ‘n’ roll bands of all time.
Peter Frampton remains one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history. At 16, he was lead
singer and guitarist for British band the Herd. At 18, he co-founded one of the first super groups, seminal rock act
Humble Pie. His session work includes collaborations with such legendary artists as George Harrison, Harry Nilsson,
David Bowie, Jerry Lee Lewis, Ringo Starr, John Entwistle and many others. His fifth solo album, the
electrifying Frampton Comes Alive!, is one of the top-selling live records of all time.
http://www.frampton.com/
http://www.cheaptrick.com/
Brian Regan Live Comedy Tour
Sunday, August 30, 2015 at 7:00 pm
Ticket prices $45 / $40
Comedian Brian Regan’s family friendly act has made him one of the premier funny men working today. His nonstop theater tour has taken him around the globe and in front of diverse audiences — all to critical and peer
acclaim. The perfect balance of sophisticated writing and physicality, Regan consistently attracts full houses with
fervent fans that span generations. He’s released a live, hour-long show album, All By Myself, and two highly
praised, hour-long Comedy Central specials on DVD — “The Epitome of Hyperbole” and “Brian Regan Standing
Up.” With his clean act, Regan has set a standard of excellence that others continually try to follow.
“Regan has been blazing a trail of laughter over the past few years and it’s even more amazing when you realize he
doesn’t need to be shocking or dirty to get a laugh. But what’s interesting is that most people won’t even realize
this until the end of the show when they think, ‘Wait a minute. There isn’t one joke of his that I couldn’t tell my
boss or my kids.’ ”
—Metro Spirit
Augusta, Georgia
http://brianregan.com/
Munich Symphony Orchestra
Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 7:30 pm
Ticket prices $87 / $72 / $62 / $27
Philippe Entremont, Conductor and Piano Soloist
Pepe Romero, Guitar Soloist
The Romeros, Guitar Quartet
The Munich Symphony Orchestra (Münchner Symphoniker) was founded in 1945 as “Symphonieorchester Kurt
Graunke” and — with its four subscription series in Prinzregententheater, Herkulessaal and the Philharmonie am
Gasteig — is regarded as one of the high-profile ensembles of the city of Munich (of which there are four). The
Orchestra performs more than 100 concerts each year throughout Europe, Asia and the United States (they last
performed here in 2009). Georg Schmöhe, as chief conductor, has been credited with raising the artistic profile of
the orchestra as well as the continuing enhancement of its symphonic repertoire. Philippe Entremont serves as
conductor, as well as piano soloist.
The New York Times wrote: “To call Pepe Romero a superb guitarist is to understate the case … [he] is an
exceptional musician, and one whose qualities would assuredly have made themselves known regardless of the
instrument he had chosen for his own.”
Known to millions as “The Royal Family of the Guitar,” the Romeros were founded by the legendary Celedonio
Romero with his sons Celin, Pepe and Angel in 1960. Half a century after walking onto the world stage as the first
classical guitar quartet, The Romeros continue to be a veritable institution in the world of classical music.
For program information, please visit the performance’s web page.
http://www.muenchner-symphoniker.de/
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas
Friday, November 13, 2015 at 8 pm
Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 2 pm
Saturday, November 14, 2015 at 8 pm
Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 1 pm
Sunday, November 15, 2015 at 6:30 pm
Tickets prices $79 / $69 / $62 / $57 / $52 / $42 / $ 37
This holiday season discover the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Start with a timeless tale of joy and goodwill,
fill it with classic Irving Berlin songs, top it off with glorious dancing and lots of snow and head on over to the
Ferguson Center for the Arts to see IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS. Performances begin November 13 for
this must-see classic in a lavish new production that the New York Times says to, “put on your wish list.” IRVING
BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS tells the story of a song-and-dance team putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn
and falling for a stunning sister act in the process. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever
written! Give everyone the gift they’re dreaming of with this merry and bright holiday musical.
www.whitechristmasthemusical.com
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 8 pm
Tickets prices $87 / $72 / $62 / $27
Pinchas Zukerman, Principal Guest Conductor and Violin Soloist
“Roof Raising Performances” and “Great Style and Panache” are just a few of the many rave review headlines
describing recent Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performances. Under the baton of guest conductor and violin
soloist Pinchas Zukerman (a phenomenon in the world of music for over four decades noted for his musical genius,
prodigious technique and unwavering artistic standards), the Royal Philharmonic has quickly become the leading
London orchestra and enjoys an international reputation for bringing audiences worldwide first-class
performances and the highest possible standards of music-making across a diverse range of musical repertoire.
Britain’s “self-appointed national orchestra” will return to the Ferguson Center by popular demand for a reprise of
its January 2012 visit.
For program information, please visit the performance’s web page.
Buddy—The Buddy Holly Story
Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 8 pm
Sunday, January 31, 2016 at 3 pm
Ticket prices $79 / $69 / $59 / $49 / $39
Now in its 25th amazing year, the “World’s Most Successful Rock ‘n’ Roll Musical” continues to thrill audiences on
tour in the U.S. and around the world. Viewed by more than 20 million people in over 20,000 performances
worldwide, Buddy opened in London’s West End in 1989, and has been seen on Broadway, throughout Canada, the
U.K., Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, Scandinavia, South Africa, the Netherlands and Singapore, winning
numerous awards along the way. Buddy tells the story of Buddy Holly through his short, yet spectacular career,
and features the classic songs, “Peggy Sue,” “That’ll Be The Day,” ”Not Fade Away,” “Oh Boy,” Ritchie Valens’ “La
Bamba,” The Big Bopper’s “Chantilly Lace” and many more!
www.buddythemusical.com
Direct from Gdansk, Poland
Polish Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra
Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 7:30 pm
Ticket prices $87 / $72 / $62 / $27
Ernst Van Tiel, Artistic Director and Conductor
Founded in 1945 on the heels of postwar Polish independence, The Polish Baltic Philharmonic is the largest music
institution in northern Poland. As it exists and thrives today, the Philharmonic represents an amalgamation of
international and historical influences (and the lofty passions that witnessed tragedy and drove revolutions) while
still capturing the prideful stoicism of contemporary Poland and the larger Baltic Sea coast.
Ernst van Tiel performed just about all the important works from the symphonic repertoire, but in particular his
interpretations of music from the 19th and 20th century provided him an international reputation. His activities
abroad include guest conductorships among others at the orchestra of the Teatro Communale in Bologna, where
he introduced works of contemporary Dutch composers, the Tampere Philharmonic Orchestra with a program
based on the music of Duke Ellington, the Royal Flemish Philharmonic, the National Orchestra of Belgium and
several orchestras in Germany and China.
http://www.filharmonia.gda.pl/index.php/en/
For program information, please visit the performance’s web page.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 7 pm
Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 2 pm
Saturday, February 13, 2016 at 7 pm
Sunday, February 14, 2016 at 1 pm
Sunday, February 14, 2016 at 6:30 pm
Ticket prices $79 / $69 / $62 / $57 / $52 / $42 / $37
Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, the smash hit Broadway musical, is returning to Hampton Roads! Based on the
Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million
people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes,
and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song. Experience the romance
and enchantment of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Ferguson Center for the Arts!
www.BeautyAndTheBeastOnTour.com
National Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, April 10, 2016 at TBD
Ticket prices $87 / $72 / $62 / $27
Nikolaj Znaider, Conductor
Benjamin Grosvenor, Pianist
This performance marks the second year of our unique relationship with The National Symphony Orchestra (NSO),
one of the finest, most visible orchestras in the country. Now in its 85th season, the sixth under the leadership of
Music Director Christoph Eschenbach, who is also the Music Director of the John F. Kennedy Center for the
Performing Arts, the Orchestra has played to great acclaim in events of national and international importance,
including state occasions, presidential inaugurations and official holiday celebrations. Its performances range from
bold new works to beloved favorites, chamber music to original educational programming, as well as innovative
pops programming in almost every genre. Founded in 1931, the Orchestra has, throughout its history, been
committed to artistic excellence and music education.
www.kennedy-center.org/nso/index
For program information, please visit the performance’s web page.
Chicago
Friday, April 15, 2016 at 8 pm
Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 2 pm
Saturday, April 16, 2016 at 8 pm
Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 1 pm
Sunday, April 17, 2016 at 6:30 pm
Ticket prices $99 / $89 / $79 / $69 / $59 / $49 / $39
A true New York City institution, CHICAGO has everything that makes Broadway great: a universal tale of fame,
fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping-song after another; and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever
seen.
No wonder CHICAGO has been honored with 6 Tony Awards, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy and thousands of
standing ovations.
It’s also no surprise that CHICAGO has wowed audiences all around the world, from Mexico City to Moscow, from
Sao Paulo to South Africa.
Whether you’re looking for your first Broadway musical, whether you’ve seen the Academy Award®-winning film
and want to experience the show live on stage or whether you’ve seen it before and want to recapture the magic,
CHICAGO always delivers.
“‘Chicago’ still glitters hypnotically.”
—Ben Brantley, The New York Times
http://www.chicagothemusical.com
Once
Friday, May 6, 2016 at 8 pm
Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 2 pm
Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 8 pm
Sunday, May 8, 2016 at 1 pm
Sunday, May 8, 2016 at 7 pm
Ticket prices $79 / $67 / $62 / $57 / $52 / $47
Winner of eight, 2012 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, ONCE is a truly original Broadway experience.
Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, ONCE tells the
enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who’s about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman
takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to
powerful new heights ... but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your
everyday romance. Emotionally captivating and theatrically breathtaking, ONCE draws you in from the very first
note and never lets go. It’s an unforgettable story about going for your dreams ... not living in fear ... and the
power of music to connect all of us.
www.oncemusical.com
Dirty Dancing—THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE
Friday, June 17, 2016 at 8 pm
Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 2 pm
Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 8 pm
Sunday, June 19, 2016 at 1 pm
Sunday, June 19, 2016 at 7 pm
Ticket prices $82 / $77 / $72 / $67 / $62 / $57 / $52 / $47 / $42
DIRTY DANCING—THE CLASSIC STORY ON STAGE is an unprecedented live experience, exploding with heartpounding music, passionate romance and sensational dancing.
Seen by millions across the globe, this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely
independent young spirits from different worlds who come together in what will be the most challenging and
triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring the hit songs, “Hungry Eyes,” “Hey Baby,” “Do You Love Me?” and the
heart-stopping “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.” London’s Sunday Express says, “This crowd-pleasing stage
adaptation hits the jackpot!”
Don’t miss your chance to see this record-breaking live theatre sensation. You’ll have the time of your life!
www.us.dirtydancingontour.com