2008-2009 Weidner Center Presents Performing Arts Series Announced
Jerry Seinfeld, Sara Evans, and local talent highlight this year’s series
Green Bay, WI --
Jun 8, 2008 --
Weidner Center Presents is pleased to announce the 2008-2009 Performing Arts Series. This year’s show-stopping series brings world class names like Jerry Seinfeld, Sara Evans and Jack Hanna to the Weidner Center. Expanded this season due to last year’s success is the Wisconsin Public Service Community Connections Series featuring all local talent.
The 2008-2009 season kicks off with television star Jungle Jack Hanna on Saturday, September 20, 2008. Hanna is being presented in partnership with the Northeast Wisconsin (NEW) Zoological Society as a fundraising event for both the Weidner Center Presents Stage Doors Education Series and the N.E.W. Zoological Society’s Conservation Education programs. Platinum-selling recording artist Sara Evans graces the Weidner Center stage on Friday, September 26, 2008. Evans is the winner of numerous accolades, including Academy of Country Music’s Female Vocalist of the Year. Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld returns to the Weidner Center on Thursday, October 16, 2008 for an unforgettable evening of fun and laughs. Also making return appearances are Leahy and Jim Brickman with holiday performances in December.
Sci-Fi fans will get a chance to see some of their favorite actors as L.A. Theatre Works presents a double feature of War of the Worlds & The Lost World. The show will feature actors from the Sci-Fi Channel, Star Trek and the X-Files. Exact casting to be announced at a later date.
Wisconsin Public Service Community Connections Series The 2008-2009 Performing Arts Series also brings the best local talent to the Weidner Center. The Wisconsin Public Service Community Connections Series provides local talent the unique opportunity to perform inside Fort Howard Hall at the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts. "We're excited to be able to continue and expand this successful community series," said Katie Green, Executive Director of Weidner Center Presents, Inc. "Last year’s sellouts prompted us to grow the series to five titles for the 2008-2009 season. We found the community eager to experience the talent we have right here at home, showcased at the world-class Weidner Center."
The Wisconsin Public Service Community Connections Series begins In November when Dan Riley pays tribute to the songs of the baby boomer generation in his show, I'm A Boomer, Baby!. In January, Let Me Be Frank Productions provides a humorous take on one of the King’s concerts in The Elvis “Lost” Show. Randy Peterson puts on a very special family concert on February 21st, and in April Marc Kotz will chronicle and dance his way from 17th and 18th Century France to the New World in his performance Dancing In The Fire: The Monarch, The Missionary, and The Métis. Wrapping up in May, the Wisconsin Public Service Community Connections Series and the audience move to the main Weidner Center stage when John Kelley & Fusion Express perform before a cabaret-style seating setup.
Green Bay Symphony Orchestra's 95th Anniversary Season The Green Bay Symphony Orchestra celebrates their 95th anniversary season with Bridget-Michaele Reischl returning to the podium for her 8th season as Music Director. Seven concerts in total are offered, and packages can be purchased as part of the Weidner Center Presents 2008-2009 Performing Arts Season. More information about the Green Bay Symphony Orchestra’s 95th Anniversary Season is available online at www.greenbaysymphony.org.
More information about the 2008-2009 Performing Arts Series as well as information on how to become involved in supporting the series can be found online at www.WCPresents.com.
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Weidner Center Presents, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing first class entertainment and arts education opportunities in Northeast Wisconsin.
Weidner Center Presents, Inc. • P.O. Box 10207 • Green Bay, WI 54307-0207 920.465.5100 • contact@WCPresents.com
