Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts at Brooklyn College concludes its 2010-2011 Theater Series on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 3pm with the first national tour of the new Gershwin musical ‘S Wonderful.
An invigorating jolt of entertainment.
— The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Incorporating 5 mini-musicals inspired by the real events occurring in and around the lives of the Gershwin brothers, this all-singing, all-dancing theatrical revue illustrates their impact on the world then and now. The story begins in New York City in 1916, then moves on to Paris in the 1930s, Hollywood in the 1940s and New Orleans in the 1950s. ‘S Wonderful takes audiences on a ride to the different places, times and musical styles that made the Gershwin brothers the most successful songwriting team in the history of popular music.
‘S Wonderful is filled with the legendary music of the Gershwin brothers and includes more than 40 timeless classics including “Rhapsody in Blue,” “Fascinating Rhythm,” “Strike Up The Band,” “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off,” “Nice Work If You Can Get It,” “Summertime,” “I’ve Got Rhythm,” “Someone To Watch Over Me,” “Funny Face,” and many more.
The creative team for ‘S Wonderful includes Ray Roderick (direction), Richard Hip-Flores (musical supervision and arrangements), and Vince Pesce (choreography). The tour is presented by Maximum Entertainment Productions and producers Todd Gershwin and Dan Chilewich of Premiere Media. The Gershwin families have authorized the use of the Gershwin songbook. Off Broadway Booking is the exclusive booking agent. The production had its world premiere at The Pittsburgh CLO.
About Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts
Founded in 1954, the mission of Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts is to present outstanding performing arts and arts education programs, reflective of Brooklyn’s diverse communities, at affordable prices. Brooklyn Center’s presentations explore both the classical traditions and the boldest contemporary performances, embracing the world culture that defines Brooklyn. Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts welcomes over 70,000 people to the 2,400 seat Walt Whitman Theatre each season, and boasts one of the largest arts education programs in the borough, serving 46,000 schoolchildren from over 300 schools annually with its SchoolTime series. In recognition of its commitment to quality family programming, Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts has been voted Brooklyn’s Best Theater or Theater Group for Kids as part of Nickelodeon’s 2009 ParentsConnect Parents’ Picks Awards.
‘S Wonderful at Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts
Walt Whitman Theatre at Brooklyn College, 2900 Campus Road, Brooklyn
Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 3pm
Tickets: $32 ($35 at door)
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Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts’ programs are made possible in part with public funding from the City of New York Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts. Funding for the 2010-2011 season is provided by: Target; JP Morgan Chase; Con Edison; Macy’s Foundation; Brooklyn Community Foundation; the Mertz Gilmore Foundation; National Grid; TD Bank; the New England Foundation for the Arts; Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour; The Harkness Foundation for Dance; Health Plus; and the Lila Acheson Wallace Theater Fund, established in the New York Community Trust by founders of The Reader’s Digest Association. Additional support provided by CNG Publications, The Brooklyn Eagle, and WBGO. Backstage catering is graciously provided by Applebee’s. Sheraton Brooklyn New York is the official hotel of Brooklyn Center’s 2010-2011 season.
Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts gratefully acknowledges generous support from the Members of the Brooklyn Delegation to the New York State Assembly and Speaker Sheldon Silver; Members of the Brooklyn Delegation to the New York State Senate and Majority Conference Leader John L. Sampson; Members of the Brooklyn Delegation to the New York City Council and Speaker Christine C. Quinn; and Commissioner of Cultural Affairs Kate Levin.
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